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One thing Netflix needs to fix”¦
I love Netflix on Wii, especially the improved no-disc-required version. The company recently announced its commitment to greatly increasing the rate at which it adds new films and shows to the service, with an eye toward eventually phasing out DVDs altogether. While they’re at it, I hope they address a nonsensical quirk in the interface’One that ignores the fact that many subscribers only w...
FlingSmash is the new Wii Play (with a meatier game)
After selling an unthinkable 28 million copies of Wii Play, Nintendo is ready to refresh the controller bonus game idea with the release of FlingSmash on Sunday. You already know about the bundled Wii Remote with “Motion Plus inside.” As for the included game, it’s like a side-scrolling Brickbreaker plus racquetball with a dash of pinball. It’s definitely more lasting than ...
Wii Remote Plus comparison pics
The Wii Remote Plus launches this Sunday, at least as a $50 bundle with FlingSmash. Interestingly, the Remote Plus is identical in weight to the original controller. But it is MotionPlus ready ’ a nice little touch for the five of you who play a lot of Motion Plus-enabled games. The only real difference is the new controller is labeled as such and appears to have more green circuity boards (see ph...
Early reviews for GoldenEye Wii remake are encouraging, love the multiplayer
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0amtMlin7a0[/youtube] Varying consensus opinion seemingly keep it from achieving the quality of the original. But it’s obvious GoldenEye 007 is anything but a cash-in. Out today, the $50 game is definitely worth consideration, especially from die-hard Bond, shooter, and multiplayer fans. Infendo impressions to follow.
Nintendo Pharmacist the coolest guy you’ll ever buy overpriced meds from
Infendo reader, good sport, and rad pharmacist Blake Shoemaker emails: My pharmacy (in a Publix grocery store) had a fun Halloween celebration that called for the departments to decorate their sections for kids to visit, play games, and trick or treat. I thought what better theme for young and old alike than an old school Mario level? I even dressed up to play the part! Thanks, Blake. “Pipe ...
Nintendo Vitality Sensor, we hardly knew you (or Nintendo needs a fresh image already)
I was once a semi-champion for the Nintendo’s Wii Vitality Sensor, but now even I have given into reason and rationality: This vaporware peripheral, for me, is all but dead on arrival.
In pictures: Nintendo World Store gets a makeover
Wired News reports: The Nintendo World Store’s three-week makeover added new Nintendo DSi stations, some sharp new lighting and an expanded museum area on the second floor, something of a shrine to all things Nintendo. The decor is sleek and stylish, with silhouettes of the company’s iconic videogame characters framing the walls and adorable plush toys lining every aisle. Any Infendo r...
Good game alert: Disney Guilty Party
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjeTkfMOWVg[/youtube] Recently featured on the new and improved Infendo Radio, the fam and I have been playing Disney Guilty Party, which is basically Mario Party + Clue, the board game. Throw in high quality production values, and the $40 party game is something I’m betting most families would enjoy.
Poll: What’s the best Nintendo handheld ever?
Choose wisely. {democracy:125}
This week’s Infendo Radio goes bump in the night, turns 200 episodes old
Join Derek and I as we discuss this week’s Nintendo headlines, answer reader mail, turn 200 episodes old, and celebrate Halloween with really awesome music. Happy Halloween, everyone! Radio Feed iTunes Feed Download links below FEEDBACK: Email [email protected] or leave us a message at 434-535-BIGN. Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 34:57 — 15.7MB)Subscribe: Email | RSS
Nintendo bets big on 3DS social gaming
Glassless 3D is the big selling point for Nintendo’s upcoming 3DS, arriving in March. But Nintendo wants in on social gaming as well, reports the Wall Street Journal. Nintendo says one of the new communication tools, StreetPass, finds and connects to a nearby 3DS machine even if the other party is a total stranger. The person doesn’t need to be using the 3DS at the time in order to wir...
Rock Band 3 angers and amazes fans, respects the Wii, and tries to teach me keyboard
Want to see the whiniest place on the internet? Drop by the Rock Band forums this week to witness the shrill cry of outraged fans discovering their favorite game’s become an entirely new beast. Comfort zones have been shattered. The familiar’s been bulldozed. Cash no longer exists, everything’s restructured and (shock) playing a real keyboard is haaaaaarrrrrrrrrd. I’m sidin...