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Nintendo announces half-year release schedule
REDMOND, Wash., Jan. 16, 2008 ”“ With their focus on fun for everyone, Nintendo’s Wiiâ„¢ and Nintendo DSâ„¢ systems are leading a new movement in the world of video games. Games based on brain exercises. ”¦ New experiences that surprise even core gamers. ”¦ Grandparents buying video game systems ”“ for themselves! Surely, these are unprecedented times. “The video game industry has neve...
If you play only seven games in you life time, play these, says Famitsu
Only seven games have received perfect scores from Famitsu since the Nippon magazine started in June 1986 (in chono order): The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (1998, N64) Soulcalibur (1999, Dreamcast) Vagrant Story (2000, PlayStation) The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker (2003, GameCube) Nintendogs (2005, Nintendo DS) Final Fantasy XII (2006, PlayStation 2) NEW ENTRY: Super Smash Bros. Brawl (200...
Review: Zack & Wiki: The Quest for Barbaros’ Treasure
For a moment in late December, and just for a moment, I was transported back in time more than 15 years to a period in my life when desktop computer towers had Turbo buttons, clocked out at around 44 MHz and even the nails-on-chalkboard ping of a consumer-grade 14.4 modem was still a twinkle in some telcom engineer’s eye. It was, truly, a frightening time with much uncertainty. But this mome...
Nintendo spotting: Excite Truck spotted in Utah
Jeff from Utah sent this photo in with a wink and a smile. I love this game.
Assassin’s Creed DS coming in February
London, United Kingdom ”“ 15 January 2008 ”“ Today Ubisoft, one of the world’s largest video game publishers, unveiled Assassin’s Creed Altaïr’s Chroniclesâ„¢, exclusively for the Nintendo DSâ„¢. The Assassin’s Creed Altaïr’s Chronicles video game will be available at retailers nationwide in February.
Smash Bros. Brawl delayed a month to Mar. 9
From the horse’s mouth, Nintendo proper: Due to delays in the completion of Super Smash Bros. Brawl, we’ve had to change the release date of the game to Sunday, March 9th. I deeply apologize to the people who have looked forward to playing the game for so long and ask that you hold on just a little longer. Thank you for your patience. Too bad, fortunately there’s No More Heroes, ...
Nintendo to Microsoft: No Goldeneye for you!
Word on the digital street is that Nintendo is playing the no soup for you card on Microsoft as it pertains to that golden goodie, Goldeneye. Allegedly, in what is quickly becoming a pissing match of almost biblical proportions, Nintendo blocked the title’s move over to Xbox Live Arcade, regardless of the fact that accepting the deal would have also allowed Rare to publish Goldeneye and othe...
Factor 5 is going to sweat Wii hardware
IGN brings word today that Factor 5, once critical of Wii’s paltry graphics, is now making an unannounced Wii game without using GameCube tech. Not only did Factor 5 work with Nintendo to develop GameCube’s audio solution, but it pushed the console harder on a graphics level than just about every other studio, Nintendo included. Bearing that in mind, fans can rest assured that whatever...
Virtual Console Monday – Pac-Attack and Riot Zone
It’s 1993 all over again with today’s new Virtual Console releases: Pac-Attack – SNES – 1993 – 800 Wii Points Pac-Man makes a rare appearance outside of a maze environment in Pac-Attack, a fun and quirky puzzle game. This unique entry in the genre puts its own twist on established conventions and adds one of gaming’s most iconic characters to the mix. Riot Zone ...
Top Spin Wii controls still sound bogus, man
Last August, I criticized 2K Games’ decision to use both the Nunchuck and Wii Remote on the upcoming Top Spin Tennis game, scheduled for release this spring. Without trying 2K’s setup, I’m convinced the wired Nunchuck will impede full swings while nerding out.
Nintendo releases kill more time until Brawl
Really not much to see here. I know Blake was all excited about Nitrobike. Nanostray 2 might deserve mention as well. Anything else here of interest to you? Releases for the week ending January 19th, 2008: DS Corvette Evolution GT Miami Nights: Singles in the City Nanostray 2 Wii CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Hard Evidence Furu Furu Park Luxor: Pharaoh’s Challenge Nitrobike Samurai W...
Sonic RPG revealed in next Nintendo Power
Alucard in the Infendo Forums clued us in to the next cover of Nintendo Power and its revelation of details about Bioware’s upcoming Sonic RPG. The new game will be called Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood. Based on the promotional art and title, it actually looks slightly interesting. Still not sure if Sonic is a rich enough character to give us a good RPG. Thoughts? [Source]