In a recent investor meeting, Nintendo has revealed that by mid-2015, Amiibo will be able to unlock Virtual Console timed trials of classic NES and SNES titles on the Wii U. Continue reading Amiibo To Unlock Classic Nintendo Trials Soon
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Nintendo Celebrates Mega Man’s Anniversary with Discounts on Classic Titles
Today is Mega Man’s 27th birthday! Enjoy it by taking advantage of some sweet Nintendo eShop deals spanning Mega Man’s early years. Continue reading Nintendo Celebrates Mega Man’s Anniversary with Discounts on Classic Titles
Shovel Knight Sells Over 300,000 units
Congratulations Yacht Club Games! Continue reading Shovel Knight Sells Over 300,000 units
Axiom Verge Hands On Preview
Axiom Verge is solely created by Tom Happ, a gaming industry veteran who has worked on a plethora of previous PC and console releases. He started Axiom Verge back in March of 2010, mostly working on it as a side project in his free time. He is solely responsible for the art direction, coding, game design, and music. All of this was important information to consider when I played the first segment of the game. Continue reading Axiom Verge Hands On Preview
Wii U Bundles That Could Really Sell
Everyone knows that Nintendo’s home console isn’t flying off the shelves — whether it’s due to lack of consumer interest or just branding problems, it’s neither here nor there. That said, there is one thing that boosts Nintendo sales like no other — bundles. While they aren’t for everyone, there is no denying the mass appeal in the eyes of consumer. Not only that, but Nintendo has the deepest vault of cherished characters and established franchises to draw from.
Why We’re Still Getting Newer Editions of the Old 3DS
In September 2010, handheld gaming was changed forever. The Nintendo 3DS was released in Japan and showed the world that two screens can work in an innovative and creative way. Four years after its release, we’ve seen the Nintendo 3DS XL, Nintendo 2DS, and scores of special editions of them. Two weeks ago, Nintendo made a surprise announcement that they’re creating a “new” Nintendo 3DS with increased capabilities and eventually exclusive games. However, even with that announcement, Nintendo is still creating and promoting various new editions of the “old” 3DS. So, with this “New” Nintendo 3DS announced, why are we still getting newer editions of the “Old” Nintendo 3DS? Continue reading Why We’re Still Getting Newer Editions of the Old 3DS
NES Styled 3DS XL Coming Soon
Nintendo announced three new 3DS XLs, two of which have an upcoming game’s theme and one that has a classic NES console theme. Continue reading NES Styled 3DS XL Coming Soon
[Satire] Bowser Hijacks Princess Peach’s Castle
Today’s grand prix was interrupted as Toad reported that Princess Peach’s estate had been hijacked by none other than the notorious repeat-offender, Bowser. The crisis has brought many Mushroom Kingdom issues to light. Continue reading [Satire] Bowser Hijacks Princess Peach’s Castle
NES Remix 1 and NES Remix 2 Arriving in Stores
Nintendo recently announced that NES Remix and NES Remix 2 will be bundled together this holiday season in physical copies. Continue reading NES Remix 1 and NES Remix 2 Arriving in Stores