Next month’s issue of the Japanese magazine should be quite smashing.

Monthly Japanese publication CoroCoro says they’re featuring a list of all characters and stages for the upcoming 3DS version of Super Smash Bros. in next month’s issue, according to an ad on their website.

The issue in question is slated to come out on August 12, roughly a month prior to... Read more...

He's gonna take you back to the past.

Angry Video Game Nerd Adventures is hitting the Wii U "very soon", with the 3DS version to come out sometime after.

This news comes from AVGN Adventures developer's Twitter, FreakZone Games, where it was stated that "AVGN ADVENTURES IS COMING TO WII U VERY SOON, AND 3DS AFTER. Thanks."

Based... Read more...

The series’ producer says other Square Enix titles could get the Theatrhythm treatment.

The upcoming Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call may end the series’ reliance on Final Fantasy and allow for future rhythm titles based on other Square Enix franchises.

Theatrythym producer Ichiro Hazama revealed this and more in an interview with GameSpot. "This is just my own broad thinking,... Read more...

Pick one free downloadable game, please.

The 2014 Elite Status gifts have been revealed on Club Nintendo. Instead of any physical rewards like previous years, choices consist of sixteen different free downloadable titles, with Gold members' options being limited to Virtual Console games.

The following games will be claimable until 11:59 PM PT on August 15, 2014:

What Pokémon has a new Mega Evolution? And why is Pikachu dressed as a southern belle?

A new Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire video has launched this morning, showcasing various aspects of the remakes.

The video shows the various gyms found in the game as well as the Elite Four trainers. A short segment on Secret Bases was also shown for a few seconds, confirming their return.

Now's as good a time as any to stock up!

An upcoming Best Buy promotion will offer a buy one, get one free deal for select 3DS games.

The promotion, which is set to run for the week of 7/20-7/26, has been leaked early on the Blu-ray.com forums. Games included in the deal are Pokemon X & Y, Kirby Triple Deluxe, Yoshi's New Island,... Read more...

If you like Fire Emblem, today's your lucky day!

Lucina and Robin from Fire Emblem: Awakening have been confirmed for the upcoming Smash Bros. games for 3DS and Wii U.

The video shown this morning revealing them has Chrom wounded. Lucina takes the blade to fight Captain Falcon from the F-Zero series who is now confirmed to be in the game. The... Read more...

A company rep offers a thorough breakdown detailing how Bayonetta 2 buyers will get the first game for free. UPDATE: We now have new information direct from Nintendo to augment our original report.

UPDATE: We have received word direct from a Nintendo rep regarding this issue, and the information we now have presents a different take on how digital shoppers will go about getting Bayonetta 1 and 2.

Those getting the games from the eShop will need to make two separate purchases, but the price... Read more...

The designer of indie darlings Isaac and Super Meat Boy keeps hope alive.

Binding of Isaac is still not ruled out for a 3DS release in some form, according to a Tumblr post from the game’s designer, Edmund McMillen.

McMillen, also known for his work on Super Meat Boy and prominent role in Indie Game: The Movie, responded to a fan’s question of whether a 3DS version... Read more...

There are more Pokémon up for grabs this August!

Pokémon trainers across Japan have the chance to grab two special Pokémon to enhance their experience in Pokémon X and Y this month.

As part of the annual Tanabata Festival, players who visit the Tohoku Pokémon Center have will the chance to grab their own Shiny Jirachi. It will be level 10 creature and will know the moves Wish, Swift, Healing Wish & Moonblast and hold a Star Piece to complete the package.

Because you can never have enough Pokémon!

UK retailer GAME will be hosting a Charizard distribution event from July 11 to August 10.

Players can either obtain the fire-breathing Pokémon through a Nintendo Zone download in the store or through a serial code if requested. The Charizard obtained will come with Charizardite Y for players connecting with Pokémon X and Charizardite X for Pokémon Y players.

If you want to compete in some Smash Bros. while in a human can of sardines, then I have an event for you!

Nintendo will be holding a Smash Bros. Tournament for its upcoming 3DS entry at the Marriott Marquis & Marina, close to the San Diego Convention Center, during San Diego Comic-Con.

The tournament will begin with preliminary four player battles and will end with one-on-one fights. Participants... Read more...

Despite the company's solid 3DS classic releases, Wii U remains left out.

Yosuke Okunari, a Sega producer who has recently worked with developers M2 on a line of 3D Classics for 3DS, says there are no plans for Sega titles to come to Wii U Virtual Console.

This assertion came in response to a question posed to Okunari via Twitter. Despite the bad news, he did give a... Read more...

The series is evolving to let you enjoy it "freely in a vast world."

Shigeru Miyamoto further explained the "open world" of the upcoming Legend of Zelda game for Wii U in the 74th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders when asked when more information would be announced for the game.

Though he could not give any information that has not already been officially... Read more...

Place your bets!

A new challenger for the upcoming Super Smash Bros. games for Wii U and 3DS will be revealed on Monday, July 14, via a live stream on the games' official website. Director Masahiro Sakurai announced on Miiverse that the unveiling will begin at 7 a.m PT. The stream, as seen below, is currently displaying a countdown to the announcement.

Wii U will be left in the dust until next year.

Slightly Mad Studios’ racing simulator Project Cars will be released on Wii U sometime in 2015, publisher Bandai Namco has confirmed.

The Japanese Publisher released the following statement: "We're committed to delivering an exceptional and unique experience for racing fans on Wii U and for... Read more...

New info emerges from the latest Nintendo Direct in Japan.

Fresh gameplay details for the new 3DS action RPG from Square Enix, Final Fantasy Explorers, were shown off in the latest Nintendo Direct in Japan.

Set for release this winter to Japanese audiences, Explorers will allow gamers to play with others locally or online. The game relies on a job system... Read more...

Get ready to hunt monsters on your 3DS ... again.

Monster Hunter 4G is set to release October 11 for the Nintendo 3DS in Japan, as revealed in today's Japanese Nintendo Direct.

Physical versions will retail for 5,800 yen while the digital download will be available for 5,546 yen. This updated version of Monster Hunter 4 will feature additions to the game such as new monsters and new actions for players, and it will also allow save files from the original to be carried over.

If you like baseball, this is the week for you! If not, umm...

Not much this week in the download. I don’t even know what to say, the list here is so bare. The good news is that both systems have a new Virtual Console release. The bad news is that it’s the same game, and I don’t even know if it's any good. Since I never played it though, I shouldn’t be one to judge. Here’s hoping next week has a bit more variety.

The presentation will focus on third-party 3DS titles.

A Japanese Nintendo Direct focusing on third-party 3DS titles will be presented Friday, July 11, as revealed on the company's Japanese site. No announcement has been made regarding concurrent Directs for western markets.

Friday's event follows closely behind a Direct from last week focused on... Read more...