Infendo

An anonymous Nintendo developer has allegidly leaked Wii specs. Follow the link for all the techno-mumbo-jumbo that I just don’t seem to care about. I don’t even know what powers my DS, but I could care less. Maybe I’ve completely bought into Nintendo’s marketing message… Regardless, key points of interest are (via Joystiq): Internal non-removable 512MB flash memory u...

We got a slew of tips over the weekend, so many thanks to all that took the time to send us the news. Here’s what happened over the weekend in case you missed: Offical DS Headset revealed MSN messenger on DS New FF III trailer Free Wii Dev kits for small developers [Thanks, Vincent, =puppetmaster=, Cephas, and Brian]

It appears to be true; E3 for next year and beyond has been cancelled. Big publishers are claiming not a big enough return on investment as they blow millions of dollars on the event. This year was the first time I’ve been, and I’m glad I got the opportunity to go though feel for any that hoped to in the future. What’s expected to happen are smaller events spread throughout the y...

For you non-podcast RSS or iTunes subscribers, Infendo Radio show #19 is live! Listen in as we discuss this week’s poll, rumors galore, and potential weaknesses for the Wii. Enjoy the show. Radio Feed iTunes Feed MP3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 31:50 — 29.3MB)Subscribe: Email | RSS

This short video documentary shows the making of Nintendo’s 2003 “School’s Out” promotion from the “Who are You?” marketing campaign that features hundreds of “Japanese” school children running, flying, and flipping their way to buy a new Nintendo product the second that school ends for the day. All though I always thought this commercial was filmed ...

Summer means a lot of things in Japan: a short break from school, lots of fireworks, discounts for wearing yukata, and an excuse to buy kaki gouri (shaved ice), everywhere you go. This summer however brings a slew of Pokémon promotions into the traditional mix of summer festivities. In addition to Rakuten Travel’s Summer Pika Discount with All Nippon Airways(the company with the Pokémon pl...

As one would expect, midsummer at the Happiest Place on Earthâ„¢ is a swirling human petri dish occupied by every specimen imaginable, making it the perfect locale in which to watch for savvy gamers on the go. DSes, GBA SPs, and PSPs were in abundance, most usually found at bus stops, hotel lobbies, and amidst long lines for shows, and usually in the hands of easily-distracted youths. A notable ex...

About.com explores the top weaponry that they believe will take the console to the top-spot this next generation. From the article: “Nintendo has always done some very unique and ambitious things with their consoles; the Wii is just more proof of that. They’ve got their ammo for this metaphorical console shootout. But when Nintendo starts firing, you’re either behind them or you&...

You say the words, “the game is like Zelda,” and my interests are piqued. Beyond Good and Evil got recommended that way to me while browsing Amazon’s Wind Waker page. But a Zelda-like movie game that’s actually good? GameSpot writes: “Monster House for the Game Boy Advance is an exception to the rule that says games based on movies have to suck… [it] duplicates ...

Here’s what some fine tipsters have sent in: Phoenix Wright, Trauma Center to release for $30 on 8/10 Gearbox (Brothers in Arms) supports Wii ’91 NP Predicts Super Mario Galaxy (was working title at E3) [Thanks, Evan, Vincent, AeroZeppelin]

Which non-Nintendo systems do you play and for what reasons? Also, if you don’t really care for Nintendo, but for some reason still enjoy Infendo, please, speak up and let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Which non-Nintendo current gen systems do you use to play games? PlayStation 2 PSP Xbox Xbox 360 PC other [Thanks, Mr.I]

AOL Games explores Nintendo’s long history citing the company’s positive and negative decisions. From the article: “The year: 2002… You’re Nintendo. What do you do? Introduce the concept of “connectivity,” a technology which lets players connect their Game Boy Advance to the GameCube and use it as a controller or additional view-screen, of course… &#...