Infendo
With Wii weapons, something violent this way comes
It’s only a matter of time now. The first Wiimote fatality is imminent. [Even more at GoNintendo]
Super Paper Mario DS connectivity hint
I’ll talk more about my experiences with Super Paper Mario a bit later, but for now enjoy this not so subtle hint about a DS-to-Wii connectivity upgrade coming soon. There are two things to hypothetically take away from this image. 1) We knew it was coming for other game, and this just reaffirms that fact. 2) Remember those patches we discussed the other day, and how there were good and bad ...
Nintendo spotting: Triforce on European truck edition
Somehow, somewhere, Link will find this delivery truck…
Guitar Hero 3 confirmed for Wii; YOU ROCK!!!
According to a stealthy Red Octane FAQ by way of Kotaku: “Guitar Hero 3 for the Playstation 2, PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii are currently scheduled for release in the United States in Fall of 2007.” We’ve heard rumors before, but I can’t be happier with the prospect that the Wii version (in addition to the already rocking PS2/360 versions) will creativly use the Wii mote in additi...
Nintendo supports US fight against pirates
If you’re a pirate (especially if you live in China), be very wary of buying or selling illicit copies of Nintendo properties: As part of its uncompromising campaign against international piracy, Nintendo continues to be an outspoken supporter of the U.S. government, given that more than 7.7 million counterfeit video game products from more than 300 Chinese factories and retailers have been ...
Top 7 Nintendo mistakes don’t include the Wii
Games Radar has a feature today on Nintendo’s seven deadly sins (or mistakes). It’s almost as hot as Blake’s new Infendo header. Almost. The feature is a nostalgic walk through of the absolute worst of Nintendo’s storied history. The Virtual Boy; strong arming third parties to the point that the U.S. government had to get involved; all but a handful of games on the Nintendo...
Nintendo Spotting – Mario In A Plane
While this interview with artist Jeremy Tinder over at The Daily Cross Hatch doesn’t mention Mario, there is a pretty cool painting of Nintendo’s mascot. Click the pic for the full scoop. [Thanks, James.]
Ubisoft reaps Wii rewards; Other publishers like EA? Not so much.
Bloomberg reports that sluggish Wii support by EA has cost the company 25% of its yearly profits. Others are feeling the sting as well contrary to Ubisoft’s success as an early Wii supporter. From the article: “Wii games helped increase [Ubisoft] sales for the December quarter by 24 percent to $405 million. In January, the company raised its 2007 forecast for revenue growth to 16 perce...
Super Mario 64 goes 8-bit… Sort of
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6nj5FlK7C0]While Super Mario 64 glitch videos abound on youtube, this is the first full texture-replacement video I’ve seen of Super Mario 64, and it’s a good one. Almost all of the textures have been replaced with those from the original Super Mario Bros. and though the result may not be the prettiest, it is still interesting to look at. A very...
Using Virtual Console titles to promote Wii games
Super Paper Mario comes out for Wii this week and Nintendo has missed a tie-in marketing opportunity. Having the original Paper Mario or even Super Mario RPG available for Virtual Console download a week or two before Super Paper Mario was released would’ve drummed up more buzz for the new Wii game while cashing in on older titles. There is ample opportunity to do this in the future. A month...
Liar Liar done Phoenix Wright style
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90Rwz7JG2Vg]Great stuff. Now it’s time for an Elite Beat Agents version of Saturday Night Fever.
Get Your Spend On – new releases this week
There’s an exciting new release this week, one that everyone has been waiting for. Oh, and Super Paper Mario is out, too. DSCake Mania WiiSuper Paper Mario I’m already planning a trip to the store tonight and have blocked off a chunk of time on my calendar to delve into Super Paper Mario. Anyone else going out of their heads with anticipation for some 2D/3D zaniness?