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February 23, 2012

RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D Might Be Coming Out in Three Weeks 3DS

by Neal Ronaghan - 8:36 am EST
Total comments: 4 Source: http://www.nintendo.com/whatsnew/detail/JDCfCQeysm...

In the past week, this n-Space-developed game has been on hold, delayed until May, and now, possibly hitting shelves in March.

RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D, published by Atari and developed by n-Space, is due out on March 13, according to a Nintendo release list.

The saga of this game has gotten quite confusing. It was initially announced last year, slated for an early 2012 release. A few weeks ago, we confirmed with Atari that the game was on hold. Then, last week, it was listed for a May 22 release on various retailer sites.

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February 22, 2012

Game Gear Titles Headed to the eShop 3DS

by James Dawson - 4:12 pm EST
Total comments: 14 Source: (Nintendo Direct)

Shinobi, Dragon Crystal, and Sonic the Hedgehog: Triple Trouble will be the first Game Gear titles to hit the 3DS Virtual Console.

Sega Game Gear games are finally headed to the Nintendo 3DS eShop.

Originally announced prior to the launch of the eShop, their release was reconfirmed today during the Nintendo Direct conference. The first three titles, Shinobi, Dragon Crystal and Sonic the Hedgehog: Triple Trouble will be released on March 14 in Japan and mid-March in Europe.

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Rhythm Thief Gets European Release Date 3DS

by Neal Ronaghan - 6:43 am EST
Discuss in talkback! Source: (Press Release)

Sega's peculiar rhythm game is coming out in April with help from Nintendo.

Rhythm Thief and the Emperor's Treasure is slated for an April 5 release in Europe, and will be distributed by Nintendo of Europe in the region.

The game, developed by Sega, takes place in Paris centers around the mystery behind the disappearance of the main character Raphael's father. Also, there's a lot of dancing.

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Punch-Out and Super Mario Bros. Out on European 3DS Virtual Console Next Week 3DS

by Neal Ronaghan - 6:34 am EST
Discuss in talkback! Source: (Press Release)

Also, a Nintendogs + Cats demo is out today.

Punch-Out and Super Mario Bros. are coming out on the 3DS Virtual Console in Europe on March 1. Both are the first NES games to get a full release on the eShop in Europe. Super Mario Bros. is an Ambassador game, and came out in North America last week for $5. 

A Nintendogs + Cats demo is also... Read more...

European Details from Nintendo Direct 3DS

by Daan Koopman - 6:20 am EST
Discuss in talkback! Source: (Nintendo Direct)

European plans mostly to be confirmed!

Nintendo of Europe gave its fans a translation of the Japanese presentation with a couple of minor differences. The Dragon Quest Monsters game and Fatal Frame were left out and most content mentioned got a big ''European plans to be announced'' stamp on it, though there a few details that did stand out.

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Mario Tennis Open Releasing May 20 3DS

by Andrew Brown - 6:17 am EST
Total comments: 2 Source: (Nintendo Direct)

Mario's new sports smasher gets a US release date.

The latest game to grace the Mario Tennis series has been confirmed to be launching in USA on May 20, Nintendo Direct revealed minutes ago. For more new details about the game, see our report from the Japanese version of Nintendo Direct earlier this morning.

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XSEED Bringing The Last Story to North America Wii

by Neal Ronaghan - 6:14 am EST
Total comments: 55 Source: (Nintendo Direct)

The Last Story is coming to North America!

The Last Story is coming to North America courtesy of XSEED Games, according to the Nintendo Direct presentation.

No release date was given, though Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime did say it will be on store shelves by the end of the year. 

The Last Story, developed by Mistwalker,... Read more...

Dillon's Rolling Western Available on eShop Everywhere Now 3DS

by Neal Ronaghan - 6:05 am EST
Discuss in talkback! Source: (Nintendo Direct)

Nintendo's next eShop game is out today in Japan, North America, and Europe.

The Rolling Western, developed by Vanpool, is available now on eShop worldwide for $10, according to today's Nintendo Direct presentation.

Originally revealed at E3, the game was confirmed to be available for each region during their respective Nintendo Direct presentations. You can read our impressions of the game here.

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New Brain Age 3DS Spin-Off Announced 3DS

by Alex Culafi - 5:05 am EST
Total comments: 3 Source: (Nintendo Direct)

The title aims to train memory and concentration.

Oni Training (or "Demon Training"), the newest title in the Brain Age series, was revealed by Nintendo President Satoru Iwata during Nintendo Direct.

The game is a spin-off of Dr. Ryuta Kawashima's Brain Age for 3DS, focusing on training the players memory and concentration. It features a demon version of Kawashima. Iwata said that the game attempts to give players a serious challenge while avoiding frustration.

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New Features of Mario Tennis Open Revealed 3DS

by Minoru Yamaizumi - 4:50 am EST
Total comments: 1 Source: Nintendo Direct

Players will be given a rank online.

The new installment of Mario Tennis series for 3DS, confirmed to be called Mario Tennis Open, will uses various functions of 3DS and debut in May, according Nintendo President Satoru Iwata at today's Nintendo Direct presentation.

Controlwise, like some 3DS fighting game such as Super Street Fighter... Read more...

New Crossover Project Teased During Nintendo Direct Event 3DS

by Patrick Barnett - 4:29 am EST
Total comments: 2

Namco Bandai, Sega, and Capcom team up for this project.

A new crossover project from Sega, Capcom, and Namco Bandai was revealed during today's Nintendo Direct event.

A short teaser trailer revealed that the game is coming to Nintendo 3DS. A website featuring a locked door being opened by a code was also unveiled. Once the door was opened you... Read more...

Initial Fire Emblem DLC Costs No Money 3DS

by Alex Culafi - 4:28 am EST
Total comments: 9 Source: (Nintendo Direct)

3DS owners can get their hands on new episodes and maps starting April 19.

The first round of Fire Emblem: Kakusei DLC will be free of charge, as reported by Iwata during Nintendo Direct.

The downloadable content includes new maps and episodic content, and will cost no money until May 31. Nintendo will also release prepaid cards to purchase content with at a later date.

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Metroid Coming to eShop in Japan Next Week 3DS

by Danny Bivens - 4:08 am EST
Total comments: 1 Source: (NCL), http://www.nintendo.co.jp/3ds/eshop/vc/tadj/index....

All 3DS owners in Japan will soon have a chance to try Samus Aran's first adventure.

The Famicom Disk System version of Metroid will be available on the eShop in Japan on February 29 for 500 yen.

Metroid was originally released in 1986 in Japan on the Famicom Disk System and then  later released in Europe and North America in 1987 on the Nintendo Entertainment System.The... Read more...

February 21, 2012

Kingdom Hearts 10th Anniversary Box Contents Shown DS3DS

by Patrick Barnett - 6:50 pm EST
Total comments: 1 Source: (andriasang.com), http://andriasang.com/con00y/kh3d_anniversary_box/...

Japanese gamers get quite a bit in this special anniversary bundle.

An image detailing the contents of the Japanese 10th anniversary Kingdom Hearts bundle was revealed by Square Enix.

In anticipation of both the Kingdom Hearts 10th anniversary and Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance, Square Enix is releasing a 10th anniversary Kingdom Hearts box. The box includes... Read more...

UK Release of Bit.Trip Saga Moved Forward 3DS

by Patrick Barnett - 6:48 pm EST
Discuss in talkback! Source: (pocketgamer), http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/3DS/BitTrip+Saga/ne...

You will be able to get the game one week sooner.

Bit.Trip Saga is coming to the UK on March 16, one week earlier than expected, according to publisher Rising Star Games.

UK gamers were originally looking forward to playing the 3D compilation of WiiWare titles on March 23. However, due to unknown reasons the game's release has been moved to March 16. 

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Retro City Rampage Gets Updated Release Date Wii

by Patrick Barnett - 2:23 pm EST
Total comments: 2

Get the game on WiiWare this upcoming May.

Retro City Rampage is coming to WiiWare this May, according to a press release.

Retro City Rampage does not seem to be lacking in content as it features over 50 story missions that involve everything from driving, shooting, platforming, and even rhythm elements. These story missions are accompanied by... Read more...

Ubisoft's Rayman Origins Becomes Profitable Wii3DS

by Patrick Barnett - 8:03 am EST
Total comments: 8 Source: (gamasutra), http://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/40327/2D_throwb...

The 2D platformer finally earns Ubisoft some money.

Rayman Origins has finally become a profitable game for Ubisoft, the company revealed to investors during a conference call earlier this week.

Rayman Origins released in November 2011 and was met with small sales numbers. NPD reports the game only sold 50,000 copies in its first month. However, Ubisoft claims the game "has the capacity to become a long-term seller for the company." There was no official sales data revealed.

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Shin'en Developing Tons of 3DS Software Wii3DS

by Patrick Barnett - 7:36 am EST
Total comments: 2 Source: (fnintendo), http://www.fnintendo.net/index.php?option=com_cont...

3DS owners will be seeing alot from this developer soon.

Shin'en is currently developing four different games for the Nintendo eShop, according to an interview with FNintendo.

When asked what their plans were for the eShop Shin'en revealed that they have four games currently in development; one of which is nearly complete.

Shin'en's Manfred Linzner said: "We are close to the launch of our first eShop game, and three more eShop games are in production at Shin'en."

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Theatrhythm: Final Fantasy Sells Out in Japan 3DS

by Patrick Barnett - 7:35 am EST
Discuss in talkback! Source: (Siliconera), http://www.siliconera.com/2012/02/16/report-theatr...

The recently released music game is hard to find.

Theatrhythm: Final Fantasy flew off store shelves in Japan when it was released this past week, according to a GetNews Report.

Theatrhythm: Final Fantasy landed in Japanese stores on February 16. According to the report, as soon as stores were opening, the game was beginning to sell out.

Theatrhythm:... Read more...

Mario Party 9 Release Date Announced for Australia Wii

by Nicholas Bray - 7:34 am EST
Discuss in talkback!

Mark off your calendar because Mario is throwing another party!

Nintendo Australia has announced that Mario Party 9 will be releasing on the Wii on March 8, 2012.

Mario Party 9 features some new modes for players, such as a party mode that changes how the game plays. In this mode, players move around the board in one vehicle,  and everyone takes turns being... Read more...

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