And of course ... what does the outsourcing of production mean to consumers?

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Reports are coming in this morning that Nintendo may have settled on a third-party manufacturer for its GameCube hardware. First International Computer (FIC) in Taiwan has apparently already shipped some of the GameCube consoles, and will ramp up production in the fourth quarter.

So you've seen the new US commercial, but what about the Japanese version? Get your dose of Yoshi right here.

We've uploaded the new Japanese commercial for Yoshi's Island: Super Mario

Advance 3.  It's completely different than the US version, so all you Yoshi

lovers out there...you'll want to check this out.

The artwork alone is worth this teeny-tiny download.

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Don't have any pockets to store your Game Boy? Stick them in your shoes and make a fashion statement!

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Ah, Japan. The land of the toilet-roll hat, chopsticks with their own fans and of course, Engrish (Shine Get!). And now Japan can chalk off another task on their list of things to do with their telescopic chalk holder, as they've invented the latest chic fashion: Game Boy Color SHOES AND BOOTS.

More Nintendo commercials for you! This time straight from Nintendo’s website in Japan.

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Nintendo Japan has posted two commercials on their Star Fox Adventures web site. Star Fox Adventures is scheduled to be released on the 27th in Japan. (U.S. release date is 23th) From the commercials, it looks like the voice acting will be in English, and like Mario Sunshine, the cut scenes will have Japanese subtitles. The downloads are below:

Famitsu reviews Disney’s Skateboarding for the GC and Super Mario Advance 3 for the GBA.

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In the latest issue of Famitsu, Super Mario Advance 3 was awarded a silver mark with the score of 31 (8,8,7,8). The other GBA game, Samurai Evolution (Enix), received a score of 28 (7,8,7,6). The only GC title reviewed, Disney Sport’s Skateboarding, received a 29 (7,7,7,8)

Ha HA! If these don't beat the crap out of the Super Mario Sunshine commercials I don't know what does. Take a look!

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Nintendo's started their new Animal Crossing advertising campaign, and we've

got all the commercials for you.

We've uploaded all three of the new

Animal Crossing commercials to our media server.  Our staff absolutely

loves these, and we think you'll get a kick out of them as well.  Real

No Zelda delay? That's what Nintendo says. Get the official word right here.

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Final Update: According to our Nintendo sources, Zelda is still on track for a February release. From what we've been told, Zelda is a lot further along than most believe, and could actually make the February release.

We'll keep you posted.

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It's unbelievable. Games that have been 5 bucks used for years are now new and exciting on paper!

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Nintendo's e-Reader Turns Trading Cards Into Video Games

New Way to Play Games On Game Boy(R) Advance

REDMOND, Wash.--Sept. 16, 2002--Nintendo is turning paper trading

cards into electronic games for the Game Boy(R) Advance using the new

innovative e-Reader.

Panasonic Center Opens in Tokyo And PGC is there. Details about what was there at the Nintendo Game Front inside.

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The Panasonic Center opened today in Tokyo showcasing Panasonic’s latest technology and products. The center included a section called the Nintendo Game Front featuring the latest Nintendo games on Panasonic’s television sets and stereo systems.

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You know you watch this show, so just admit it already.

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THQ has shipped their second SpongeBob SquarePants game for GBA, subtitled "Revenge of the Flying Dutchman". A GameCube version will be released this December in North America. Here's the dealio:

THQ AND NICKELODEON SHIP

SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS™: REVENGE OF THE FLYING DUTCHMAN

Employees sound off about the sale to Microsoft.

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The newly revived RareNet has an exclusive story on Rare employees' reactions to the Microsoft deal. The speakers are all anonymous, of course, but this is a very rare chance to hear from the company employees themselves. Here's a brief excerpt:

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Time to get excited!

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There's a new Japanese website for Square's upcoming GBA debut, Final Fantasy Tactics Advance. Judging from our automated Babelfish translation, the site will fully launch (presumably with screens and more info) on September 20th, and there's a big counter ticking down... Read more...

Yo Scrappy, wassup!

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Today THQ announced that their newest game, Scooby-Doo! Night of 100 Frights, has shipped for GameCube. The game features some of the original cartoon series voice cast, including Don Knotts, Tim Conway and Tim Curry. The release doesn't mention whether or not Casey Kasem returns to play Shaggy...

Check out a sample of Ubi Soft's upcoming cel-shaded FPS.

Ubi Soft has released a very tiny 37 second clip of it's upcoming cel-shaded

FPS XIII.  This file may be tiny, but it's a pretty slick movie showing off

some of the games mechanics.  Neck snapping, knive throwing, and plenty of

gun popping.  So far, it's looking pretty good. XIII will be released

So you imported PSO 1&2 with the modem and want to know how to get it working so you can play online? Fear not!

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Phantasy Star Online for Dreamcast was one of the most import friendly games because it had an English option, and you could get Hunters Licenses easily.

The GameCube version of Phantasy Star Online Episodes 1 & 2 is no different. According to our sources, the... Read more...

Bloody. Creepy. Yummy.

Capcom has posted a new Biohazard 0 (Resident Evil 0) promo movie. 

Get a much better look at post train events, see plenty of new monsters and

bosses you'll be facing, and take a quick dip in the incredible music.  You'll also get to see the new mystery man in

action.  One look at this movie will get the biodrool flowing again.

9 new screenshots, and a new website for Turbo Turtle Adventures.

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New character Turbo Turtle's website currently contains downloadable movies and screenshots as well as some details about the game itself and gameplay.

The game, which will be released in September, stars the Turtle on an adventure to make his way back home from the Isle of Mazes where he has become trapped.

The GameCube upgrade to this RPG from Sega and Overworks now has a US release date. Plus, more info on the new content.

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Today Sega of America confirmed that Eternal Arcadia Legend for GameCube will be released in North America in January 2003 as Skies of Arcadia Legend. The press release also notes that the game will have new sections that tell the characters' backstories and other events leading up to the original plot. Here's the official word:

Even more wacky butt-ugly fun. Might as well get even nuttier and use words like poo poo, and tinkle to capture kids eyes.

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The earth-loving Butt-Ugly Martians™ invade Game Boy Advance™ video game consoles

Inspired by the Hit Television Series, This Exciting Action Game Features Kids' Favourite Martian Heroes and Advanced Alien Gadgetry

September 10, 2002 - The popular Butt-Ugly... Read more...

Butt-Ugly Martians: Zoom or Doom! to be released this November in Europe.

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This autumn, the heroic Butt-Ugly Martians™ race onto Nintendo Gamecube™ and PlayStation®2

Out-Of-This-World Combat Racing Game Features Favourite Characters And Super-Slick Air Bikes From The Hit Television Series

September 10, 2002 - Race fast-moving,... Read more...