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By Andy Steyn On 10 Sep, 2014 At 03:07 AM | Categorized As Wii U, Wii U News | With No Comments
hyrule warriors limited edition

Nintendo World Stores will exclusively stock the Limited Edition SKU of Hyrule Warriors in North America. Announced through Twitter, Hyrule Warriors Limited Edition will come complete with a North American copy of Hyrule Warriors and the replicate blue scarf that Link fashions in the game. The bundle goes on sale on September 26 at 8 […]


Famitsu Gives Super Smash Bros. For 3DS An Excellent Review Score
By Michael On 9 Sep, 2014 At 10:22 PM | Categorized As 3DS, 3DS News, News, Smash Updates, Super Smash Bros, Wii U, Wii U News | With No Comments
super smash bros wallpaper

With 4 days remaining until Super Smash Bros. For 3DS releases in Japan, reviews  for the title should slowly trickling in as we approach the date. Japanese publication Famitsu is the first to jump in – sharing their review score of Super Smash Bros. For 3DS. Famitsu has given Super Smash Bros. For 3DS an impressive score of […]


By Jocelyn Mak On 9 Sep, 2014 At 09:23 PM | Categorized As Wii U, Wii U News | With No Comments
wonderful 101 (1)

In commemoration of the 1st Anniversary since the release of The Wonderful 101, Hideki Kamiya of Platinum Games has proudly announced that The Wonderful 101 Official Soundtrack will be available for purchase on iTunes. The soundtrack contains 127 songs from the game, which is divided into 2 volumes at $10 each. The soundtrack has an extra treat […]


By Michael On 9 Sep, 2014 At 05:12 PM | Categorized As 3DS, 3DS News, Smash Updates, Super Smash Bros, Wii U, Wii U News | With 1 Comment
super smash bros results screen

Today on Miiverse, director Masahiro Sakurai shared a little more information on how rewards are determined in Classic Mode. Sakurai explains that a roller spins before every stage to determine what reward you get; red indicates a customization reward, green for trophies and yellow for gold. In Classic mode, a roller spins before every stage […]


By Andy Steyn On 9 Sep, 2014 At 02:25 PM | Categorized As Wii U, Wii U News | With 2 Comments
bayonetta 2

Platinum Games has announced that they will be hosting a launch party celebrating the Japanese release of Bayonetta 2 on September 20. The event will be held at the Ion Cinema Makuhari and will be completely free, but bookings are necessary to reserve yourself a seat. As for the entertainment, key members of Platinum Games such as […]


By Michael On 8 Sep, 2014 At 12:12 AM | Categorized As 3DS, 3DS News, News, Wii U, Wii U News | With No Comments
Super Smash Bros akb48

The AKB48 commercial for Super Smash Bros. For 3DS has finally emerged. Uploaded by YouTube user rvx opq, the commercial showcases adorable Mii Fighters resembling several members of the insanely popular Japanese entertainment group, AKb48. Of course, the AKB48 Mii Fighters are not strictly there for show- Nintendo fans will be able to create their favorite […]


By Andy Steyn On 6 Sep, 2014 At 09:09 PM | Categorized As Wii U, Wii U News | With No Comments
Bayonetta 2

It appears Nintendo is prepared to advertise their upcoming action-climax game, Bayonetta 2 for the Wii U. Two Television commercials have emerged targeting the Japanese video game market. Featuring the voluptuous Bayonetta in skimpy clothing, suggestive poses and sublime action gameplay – these Television commercials will surely appease the stereotypical gamer in Japan. I know […]


By Jocelyn Mak On 6 Sep, 2014 At 07:40 PM | Categorized As News, Wii U, Wii U News | With No Comments
project cars wii u

Slightly Mad Studios inadvertently angered the Nintendo community when they announced that the Wii U version of Project Cars has been delayed, now scheduled for release in 2015. The lack of explanation on the behalf of Slightly Mad Studios and Bandai Namco games only fanned the flames of displeasure amongst the community. Thankfully, Alex Tudor […]


By Jocelyn Mak On 6 Sep, 2014 At 06:43 PM | Categorized As News, Wii U, Wii U News | With No Comments
he legend of zelda wii u 2

The Legend of Zelda Franchise isn’t known for deep cinematic experiences, that’s not to say they aren’t good, it’s just that cutscenes often take a backseat to the gameplay. Speaking to Nintendo Life, director of the Zelda series, Eiji Aonuma, revealed that he is on a mission to ensure that the cutscenes in The Legend of Zelda […]


By Andy Steyn On 5 Sep, 2014 At 10:59 AM | Categorized As News, Wii U, Wii U News | With 1 Comment
bayonetta 2

The Bayonetta 2 Nintendo has just finished airing filling in Nintendo fans with a great deal of information – which will surely excite fans. In case you have missed the direct – I’ve made a small summary of all the key points discussed in the direct. Also, I’ve embedded the Nintendo Direct below for you […]


By Andy Steyn On 5 Sep, 2014 At 09:57 AM | Categorized As News, Wii U, Wii U News | With No Comments
bayonetta 2 (4)

Nintendo of Europe has confirmed that the climax action game, Bayonetta 2, will be heading into European stores on October 24 – which is the exact same day as the North American release date. Presumably, the Australian release date will be on October 25 as retail titles typically release on Saturdays, Additionally, Europe will get […]


By Jason On 5 Sep, 2014 At 05:34 AM | Categorized As News, Videocast, Wii U, Wii U News, wii u videos, ZyroXZ2 Wii U "Five" | With No Comments
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— While there are many, and I mean MANY, other places to get news, I still like to talk about Nintendo news… That I care about!  You see, not ALL Nintendo news may matter to me, but sometimes, just sometimes, the news really gets me all fired up.  Or more accurately, a certain area that […]


By Michael On 4 Sep, 2014 At 04:50 PM | Categorized As 3DS, Smash Updates, Super Smash Bros, Wii U, Wii U News | With No Comments
super smash bros smah run 2

Today on Miiverse, director Masahiro Sakurai shared more details on the 3DS exclusive mode, Smash Run. In his post, Sakurai described one of the final battles in Smash Run, called “Run.” As the name may have alread suggested, players take part in a mad dash to the end, with the player crossing the finish line […]


By Michael On 2 Sep, 2014 At 09:32 PM | Categorized As Wii U, Wii U News | With No Comments
hyrule warriors pixel master sword

Nintendo of Europe has announced that a trendy Pixel Master Sword add-on will be available for Hyrule Warriors on launch day. As the name might have already suggested – the Pixel Master Sword is a 3D replicate of the Master Sword from the early 2D Zelda games (y A Link to the past IIRC). In addition to the Pixel Master Sword, […]


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