Konami's long running & legendary soccer series is coming to the GameCube! Wahoo!

Great news folks! In a C&VG interview with Konami Computer Entertainment Osaka, a version of International Superstar Soccer has been confirmed for Gamecube.

"We haven’t received any development tool yet, but [there are plans to bring ISS to Gamecube] because this is one of the strongest titles for Konami KCEO," said Mr Katsuya Nagae, Executive Vice President and General Manager of KCEO. "So we will definitely have ISS for Gamecube."

A link to a more "mainstream" look at the industry from MSNBC's Stephen Kent.

While not everyone likes articles by MSNBC it can still be interesting to take a look at what a more mainstream outlet has to say about the games industry. (Plus it's an article from our good friend Steven Kent!)

If nothing else you're seeing what many more people are going to be learning about the GameCube than what we in the know folks who peruse all the sites will know. Take a look..

...This interview with Shiggy!

You definitely do not want to miss this interview! Some new and interesting tibits out of this translated interview with Miyamoto that covers a few new wrinkles and info bits from the master himself concerning Gamecube and development for it. Just the right thing for Sunday night reading...

Here's a Picasso comic... AND new screens!

In a joint venture with Promethean Desgins, the developers behind the upcoming Gamecube bound Picassio, Gamecomics.com have launched their website with an online comic based around their upcoming espionage based game. Episode 1 of the comic is now online, with the series expected to update in monthly... Read more...

Mr. Okada talks with Core Magazine about the GBA's capabilities... and more.

Satoru Okada, a general manager at Nintendo, talked with Core Magazine about everything Game Boy Advance, from the handheld's inception to its possible lifespan. Mr. Okada clearly pointed out that plans for the Game Boy Advance existed long before the Game Boy Color was released, in fact he said that the late Gumpei Yokoi envisioned a handheld like the GBA years ago, but both technical and financial restrictions hampered its development.

Never give up! Never surrender (Mother 3)!

Ty made some pretty slick Wallpapers from some of my Space World pictures! We've got seven of these sweet thangs up for you to download in a variety of desktop size flavors.

Time to dump that tired David Hasslehoff backround and hook yourself up with one our new Wallpapers! Enjoy 'em! A couple more coming your way soon! Just a little gift from your friends from the Planet...

You don't have to play Mario Tennis for fun, you know! There are other forms of ent--oh, wait... You can play for prizes!

You think you've got mad Mario Tennis skillz? Prove it & win cool stuff! Starting today, Blockbuster Video kicked off a contest to celebrate the U.S. release of Mario Tennis. Apparently, you can get a code from your local Blockbuster store that will unlock the "Blockbuster Cup" in the game. Log your... Read more...

Billy defends the GC's design...

The GameCube is NOT ugly! I am so sick of people saying this thing is F&*king ugly. Guess what! It's really hard to explain this, but once you see a GameCube up close, I think you'll be impressed.

I will admit, when they first showed everyone the GameCube, I was kind of shocked. Almost Mortified.... Read more...

In a suprising move, Sega has developed a new French perfume!

Interesting, and funny news story that UKResistance posted about Sega releasing a new Fragrance! It's another "funny-ha ha" story Ty dug up. Man I wish I had that much time to dig up things like this. I would be playing Mario Tennis! Here's the slop...

To capitalise on the massive success* of... Read more...

The little green men come to the GBA.

The ever popular Army Men series of videogames, published by 3D0, have made appearances of a variety of platforms, everything from GBC to N64 and Playstation. 3DO, looking to continue the success of the series, have made plans to bring the Army Men franchise to the Game Boy Advance. The specifics... Read more...

I bet this Spyro Dragon news story could fit right here!

The fourth Spyro the Dragon title is hitting GBA, and should be available sometime in 2002. No word yet if Spyro will be coming to a GameCube near you. Spyro will also be ported to PlayStation 2, Xbox, and PC.

Who wants more Spaceworld video coverage? I DO! I DO!

Game Spot has posted the Press Event in almost every flavor imaginable. If you haven't gotten enough of the GameCube - GBA footage, or just want to see it again for the first time...head on over there. Very cool stuff!

Wow! We're like the McDonalds of the Nintendo sites!

Yeah boy! We've had our 1 millionth visitor here at PlanetN2000! Woohoo! Thanks to you the readers for your support! And of course, special thanks to the amazing PlanetStaffers for all of their hard work over the years. If it wasn't for you, none of this would be possible.

In celebration, while... Read more...

Uh oh, Nintendo! Watch out for Bandai!

Just when it looked like the Gameboy Advance had the playing field all to itself, it looks like it may indeed face some competition. Online reports are speculating that Bandai are to unveil a new color handheld to compete directly with the GBA. The system is rumored to be cheaper than Nintendo's handheld... Read more...

Looks like we're not the only ones who are thrilled with the GameCube!

Don't get the wrong idea, this is all in jest. :) Click for the whole, uh, story.

"Look at that, maw! It's like a purdy purple box! Like the box the toaster came in!" exclaimed Eddie "Scooter" McDavis, a stupid ----ing idiot who was recently hospitalized for drinking a gallon of window cleaner.... Read more...

Namco is being completely unbiased with its two main franchises.

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For the bandwith-challenged, the Miyamoto press conference is now up in text form.

That's right folks, the Miyamoto Spaceworld 2000 press interview session has all been converted into text by the hardworkers at Gamers.com. Hit the link above to read the full thing as Miyamoto, discusses everything from loading times to why the GameCube is the "ultimate games machine".

The quote of the interview definitely puts a smile on your face.

In the end all I had was my memories, but boy what an experience it was. Here's my final breakdown of all I saw and thought...

First off, at this period of time I would say that my clock was totally screwed up. I had been there for 24 hours already, slept a few hours, and still didn’t feel normal. Also, the lack of Mountain Dew in Japan did drive me partially insane. Bocari Sweat (Japanese Sports Drink) didn't quite... Read more...

Billy writes up a real tear-jerker!

Yes, Space World went faster than...er...Pokemon Popsicles on a hot Japan day. It was truly a remarkable event! Yes, unfortunately it's all over. Impressions still coming! Adam from TB and I got sucked into the wonderful city of Akikhabra, which is Japan's Electronics capital, and blew a crapload... Read more...

Billy talks about the third and final day of Space World.

7:37am Japan Time - Good morning again folks! It's Day #3 of Space World, and today we will be feeding you most of our impressions of GBA games. I didn't get a chance to post my impressions yesterday due to the fact we did a little sight seeing and shopping. Still no 64DD anywhere, and no freakin' Mountain Dew. Pretty pathetic if you ask me. I'm going to ask our connections with Nintendo if they know why there aren't any available. Very odd.