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January 11, 2012

Philadelphia Zelda Symphony Concert Date Revealed

by Patrick Barnett - 2:40 pm EST
Discuss in talkback! Source: (The Mann), http://manncenter.org/events/legend-zelda-symphony...

If none of the other concert dates interested you, here is another.

The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses will be making a stop in Philadelphia this summer.

The Legend of Zelda concert is coming July 25, 2012 to The Mann Center of Performing Arts. The concert is touring all across North America in 2012, and this is the most recently revealed stop on its list. Tickets can be purchased at varying cost by the general public on January 20 at 10:00 a.m.

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Metroid Prime 3 Prototype Leaked GCWii

by Patrick Barnett - 1:37 pm EST
Discuss in talkback! Source: (The Cutting Room Floor), http://tcrf.net/Proto:Metroid_Prime_3:_Corruption

A prototype of the game built on Gamecube hardware was leaked.

A prototype of Metroid Prime 3 built on Gamecube hardware with additional memory was leaked.

The prototype, built in March 2006, features a debug menu and can be played using a Gamecube controller. The debug menu features a slew of options including a weapon select screen and the ability to change Samus' energy tanks and health.

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Netflix Now Available to UK Wii Owners Wii

by Patrick Barnett - 1:35 pm EST
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The popular video streaming service has made its way to the Wii in the UK

Wii owners in the UK and Ireland can now stream TV shows and movies on their Wii through Netflix.

Netflix, which has been available on the Wii in America for quite some time, is available for a subscription fee of £5.99. To download Netflix onto your Wii, visit the Wii Shop Channel. Under the Wii Channels menu select "Netflix Instant Streaming for Wii", then download the software for free.

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Nintendo Creating a Zelda Fan Photo Mosaic

by Patrick Barnett - 11:59 am EST
Total comments: 1 Source: (Nintendo via Facebook), https://www.facebook.com/Nintendo?sk=app_306037222...

Your photo could be on a mosaic displayed at the Nintendo World Store.

In continuation of The Legend of Zelda's 25th anniversary, Nintendo revealed plans through Facebook to create a Zelda Fan Photo Mosaic that will be featured at the Nintendo World Store in New York City.

Fans of the series must simply pledge their support, and optionally include a photo of themselves... Read more...

FarSight Studios Now Has a Wii U Dev Kit WiiU

by Patrick Barnett - 11:42 am EST
Discuss in talkback! Source: (FarSight Studios via Facebook), https://www.facebook.com/pinballarcade/posts/32593...

The game developer is also preparing a 3DS version of The Pinball Arcade.

FarSight Studios revealed that they have a Wii U dev kit through the Facebook page of their game, The Pinball Arcade. They also revealed the status of the 3DS port of The Pinball Arcade.

The full post reads "Quick Nintendo update: We have dev equipment for the Wii-U and fully anticipate being ready... Read more...

Mutant Mudds Website Gets Updated 3DS

by Patrick Barnett - 11:41 am EST
Total comments: 1

Also, the game passed one step of Nintendo's review process.

Renegade Kid recently relaunched their Mutant Mudds Website. The new design shows off the games trailers, as well as a slew of other information. Additionally, Renegade Kid's Jools Watsham tweeted that the game passed step one of Nintendo's review process.

The webpage details the various abilities... Read more...

Crush 3D Delayed to March in North America 3DS

by Neal Ronaghan - 7:48 am EST
Total comments: 1 Source: (Sega)

UPDATE: However, it's still coming out in Europe this week.

Crush 3D is coming out in March in North America, according to representatives from Sega. It was most recently scheduled for release today.

Previously, Crush 3D, a port of a 2007 PSP game, was slated for a September 2011 release, but was delayed because Sega wanted to hold the game until the 3DS sold more units. A February 2012 date was announced back in October, but the title was moved up to January 10, 2012 in December.

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New Downloadable Games Available on Club Nintendo DS3DSWii

by Mike Gamin - 6:50 am EST
Total comments: 19 Source: (Club Nintendo), https://club.nintendo.com/

Spend your hard earned coins on new games starting today!

Club Nintendo's reward offerings were updated today. While the downloadable games from December are no longer available, four new games have taken their place.

Like last time, the games can be ordered in the same manner as other rewards on the Club's site. Upon ordering, you will receive a code... Read more...

January 10, 2012

Souleye Releases VVVVVV Follow-up Soundtrack 3DS

by Aaron Kaluszka - 11:44 pm EST
Discuss in talkback! Source: http://www.souleye.se/adventure

Adventure includes tracks added in the 3DS version.

Magnus Pålsson released a new album today titled Adventure, featuring numerous tracks from retro puzzle-platformer VVVVVV.

Pålsson, who goes by the moniker Souleye, composed the driving chiptune soundtrack to VVVVVV. As was the case with his previous VVVVVV albums, Adventure is available for $10 in digital and CD format, and most of the tracks can be freely streamed from Bandcamp.

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Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D Release Dates Announced 3DS

by Pedro Hernandez - 11:18 am EST
Total comments: 4

Solid Snake's mission sees an early release in February and March.

Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D will be released on February 21, 2012 on North America, and March 8 in Europe, Konami confirmed today.

Snake Eater 3D is a 3DS remake of the classic PlayStation 2 title, which stars Big Boss when he was known as Naked Snake in a mission set during the Cold War of... Read more...

Kid Icarus: Uprising to Use Circle Pad Pro 3DS

by Pedro Hernandez - 11:04 am EST
Total comments: 33 Source: (Official Nintendo Magazine), http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/34138/ki...

Now everyone can fully enjoy Pit's newest adventure!

Kid Icarus: Uprising will use the 3DS Circle Pad Pro, game director Masahiro Sakurai told Official Nintendo Magazine.

"The way we are using the Circle Pad Pro in the game is to provide support for left-handed gamers," explained Sakurai to Official Nintendo Magazine. "We've made it possible to use the right Circle Pad in place of the left one."

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No Tiger Woods on Wii This Year Wii

by Neal Ronaghan - 8:05 am EST
Total comments: 22 Source: (Press Release)

The motion-enhanced golf series is just coming to Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 this year.

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 13 is only coming to Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 on March 30, skipping Nintendo platforms, according to a representative from EA Sports.

The decision was made so the new version could take advantage of new online and social features on the other two platforms. Additionally, EA... Read more...

January 8, 2012

Could WayForward Develop a Future Mega Man Game?

by Patrick Barnett - 4:51 pm EST
Total comments: 21 Source: (Capcom-Unity.com), http://www.capcom-unity.com/ask_capcom/go/thread/v...

Capcom discusses whether WayForward could ever take the reigns of the Blue Bomber. 

Capcom discussed whether a Mega Man game could ever be handled by WayForward Technologies in a forum post on their website.

While Senior Vice-President Christian Svensson recognizes WayFoward's prowess in handling 2D action games, it doesn't appear that Capcom has any plans for such a partnership currently.

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January 7, 2012

Capcom Clarifies Their Stance on SOPA

by Patrick Barnett - 8:29 pm EST
Total comments: 50 Source: (Capcom-Unity.com), http://www.capcom-unity.com/ask_capcom/go/thread/v...

They are a part of the ESA, but have taken no official side.

Capcom attempted to clear up misconceptions regarding their support of SOPA in a forum thread on their site.

Earlier this week, a Capcom spokesperson released a statement regarding SOPA, claiming "The ESA represents us on these matters". The ESA, a group comprised of many game developers including... Read more...

The Binding of Isaac Expansion Will Be Included in Potential 3DS Version

by Pedro Hernandez - 12:38 pm EST
Total comments: 10 Source: (Joystiq), http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/06/the-wrath-of-the...

The game's sole expansion will appear on the 3DS version, should the game come out.

The Binding of Isaac will include its first and only expansion, "The Wrath of the Lamb," in the planned 3DS version, Edmund McMillen mentioned in an e-mail exchange with Joystiq.

When asked about the 3DS version of the game, McMillen stated that it is being planned. "The only news I have on the 3DS is that it seems possible but it's still going through higher ups to make sure there won't be an issue with the 'religious' aspect," he said.

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January 6, 2012

Mario Kart 7, Monster Hunter Remain 3DS Top Sellers 3DSWii

by Pedro Hernandez - 4:49 pm EST
Total comments: 4 Source: (Siliconera), http://www.siliconera.com/2012/01/05/this-week-in-...

At the end of the year, Nintendo 3DS games remained strong sellers.

Mario Kart 7 and Monster Hunter 3G remained the top sellers at the end of 2011.

According to sales data by Media-Create, 4gamer and Geimin.net, for the week of December 26, 2011 until January 1, 2012, Mario Kart 7 sold 109,463 units for a total of 1,160,169 units since release. Following was Capcom's Monster Hunter 3G, which sold 100,042 units for a total of 985,490 copies.

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First Piece of Kingdom Hearts 3D Merchandise Revealed 3DS

by Pedro Hernandez - 4:46 pm EST
Total comments: 1

Anyone want an adorable plushie Dream Eater?

Square Enix has revealed a new plush toy based on Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance.

The toy is based on Wonder Nyan, one of the Dream Eaters Sora and Riku can encounter and train to battle other Dream Eaters and enemies. Dream Drop Distance will have a wide variety of  Dream Eater characters, but whether they will also be turned into plush toys has yet to be confirmed.

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3DS Breaks Enterbrain's Sales Records 3DS

by Pedro Hernandez - 4:45 pm EST
Total comments: 24 Source: (Andriasang), http://andriasang.com/comzkv/3ds_sales_record/

The 3D system that could is breaking sales records in Japan.

The 3DS broke Enterbrain's single-month sales record in December, according to Japanese website Sankei News.

Nintendo sold 1,492,931 3DS units in December, which broke Enterbrain's sales record, which began tracking in 1997. Enterbrain's sales coverage began on November 28 and ended on December 25. Nintendo's 3D system has claimed the top of the sales charts for seven months in a row.

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Miyamoto Working On Mystery Original Title 3DSWiiUWii

by Pedro Hernandez - 2:22 pm EST
Total comments: 12

Pikmin 3 is also mentioned as one of the titles being worked on.

Shigeru Miyamoto is working on an unnannounced, original title, the designer confirmed in an interview with Zoomin Games.

In the interview, Miyamoto talks about the legacy he has at Nintendo, explaining that many of the developers behind Super Mario 3D Land were once kids that grew up playing Mario games.

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LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes Announced 3DSWiiDS

by Patrick Barnett - 2:09 pm EST
Total comments: 2

Batman is set to join other super heroes as he saves Gotham City.

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment officially announced LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes for various Nintendo platforms.

LEGO Batman 2 is the next installment in the LEGO franchise of games. The game follows both Batman and Robin, joined by other DC super heroes including, Wonder Woman, Green... Read more...

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