Month: August 2006

It seems like only yesterday that I attacked an analyst for some questionable research here on Infendo, but today I’m going to switch gears and actually agree with one. Watch out for flying pigs everyone. The analyst prediction today says that the online games market is set to reach $4.4 billion by 2010, driven predominantly by the likes of the Big Three’s next-generation consoles (yes...

Next Generation doesn’t mention Infendo writer Matthew by name, but I think it’s safe to say that his hard-hitting expose on the relationship between Nintendo and Rare was the basis for their article today on the game company responsible for several Nintendo hits. Interesting bit on how Rare got its start back in the 80’s with Nintendo: “By early 1985 the [Stamper brothers]...

It’s raining here in New England, so the cool jazz of this first video just fit, man, ya dig? Oh, and the video is a “making of” the classic Japanese Nintendo commercial “School’s Out.” And, of course, it would just be plain cruel not to show the finished result. Nintendo, more please. [Thanks for the nostalgia, Dylan]

Using information we’ve known about for at least a week if not more, Motley Fool writer Tim Beyers lays down an optimistic outlook for Wii’s chances this fall. And yes, I’m being a snarky elitist by saying that; this is a blog after all, so it comes with the territory. Beyers points to a recent report about Atari, and how the developer was shelving PS3 development until 2007 due ...

After reading several previews of Viva Pinata from last week’s Leipzig Games Convention, I remembered that we’re approaching the four year anniversary of Rareware’s departure from Nintendo. When Microsoft purchased Rare in September of 2002, many wondered how the GameCube would survive without the UK-based developer. After all, it was Rare that helped gamers get through the long ...

Star Fox Command currently has an average review score of 81 according to MetaCritic. Not bad. IGN writes: “The stylus controls might still need some work but the core idea is sound, with accuracy and precision that previous Star Fox games – and air combat titles in general – just never offered before.” Who’s buying this baby?

Just in time for the launch of yet another Wii-Fi enabled title, Star Fox Command, Nintendo told us today that the two millionth unique subscriber has signed onto the service. No word was given on where that subscriber was located, so I’ll just have to keep this $1,000 Infendo prize check for myself. In all seriousness though, this is a pretty important milestone for Nintendo, especially sin...

A couple of quick Wii-related news bites worth mentioning this morning: Ubisoft has confirmed that Rayman Wii will have temporary exclusivity until May 2007. The studio has confirmed that the Wii version of the game is it’s main focus, with ports only being developed when the Wii version has been completed. Rayman Raving Rabbids launches alongside the Wii later this year. In my opinion the W...

As I was digging through Joystiq’s trash this morning as I am wont to do in my Monday morning daze, I discovered more Nintendo Wii-related news from Go Nintendo. As the Sept. 14 “special event” date draws near, I imagine that these types of things will become more and more regular as everyone and their dog clamors to be the guy or gal who breaks the big story, thus guaranteeing m...

Unconfirmed Infendo tipster and self-proclaimed Nintendo insider Ryan R. writes: “It’s me, everyone’s favorite ‘unofficial’ Nintendo Rep with some BIG Wii news that everyone has been waiting for. That’s right, the release date: It will be November 12 [keeping in line with my prediction on Infendo Radio #23]. This keeps up with our Sunday release tradition. The N...

Infendo Radio #23 is fresh off the digital air waves! Listen in as we discuss disappointing Leipzig announcements, slowing DS momentum, GameCube titles for Wii, the Nintendo-only conference in September, most anticipated DS game this year, and much more. Enjoy the show! Radio Feed iTunes Feed MP3 (Pay no mind to the annoying minor buzz in the background. Scott just left his Xbox 360 on during the ...

Nintendo officials have admitted time and time again that mistakes were made with the GameCube. Whether it was the lack of a steady stream of games, minimal third party support, or poor marketing, the GameCube certainly had its flaws. Apparently, Nintendo knows the mantra about those not learning from their past being destined to repeat it, as it appears determined to right many of the GameCube...