Infendo

So IGN has launched their Revolution channel, at last. With it, they’ve brought some insider news to the public. Here’s what they know (allegedly): Developers are currently working with “GameCube-based kits” that resemble “a souped up Xbox”. They still don’t have final specifications for Revolution’s ATI-developed graphics chip, codenamed Hollywood. ...

IGN has launched their Revolution Channel. In addition to having all of their existing Revolution articles under one roof, it looks like they have a wealth of new information. On naming the channel Revolution, editor Matt Casamassina says, “On a side note, as soon as we know the real name of the console, we will update the site to reflect it. Nintendo will probably unveil that little tidbit ...

If eBay is any judge, pink is the new black. Er, something like that. The Pearl Pink Nintendo DS is fetching huge premiums at online auctions. It sells for as much as $275, $125 over MSRP. Whether or not you think pink is hot, that price sure is. How much would you be willing to pay to get your ideal color Nintendo DS? [Source: Punch Jump]

Nintendo of Europe’s Director of Sales and Marketing, Jim Merrick, announced earlier today that he will be going back to work for Nintendo of America. Merrick left NOA about 3 years ago to help out NOE. He has recently become a beloved figure amongst Nintendo fans all over by releasing new information about Revolution and Nintendo Wifi in almost all of his interviews. He is also the man who ...

Though Mario platformers are not my preferred Nintendo franchise, they are some of the finest games this planet has ever seen. *tips hat to Miyamoto* Case in point: Super Mario Advance 2 has pried me away from the very addictive Mario Kart DS for the time being. But hey, that’s a Mario game too, although not a platformer. So what’s your pick for best Super Mario Advance on the GBA?

This is just too funny. Some comedic folks have released a nice little parody of the TGS controller promo. It’s got everything so be sure to check it out. [Source: Google Video]

So the Gameboy bar at NYC’s Nintendo World Store might not count as an official Nintendo Spotting. I mean it’s the company’s head retail store, but this image was just too slick not to post. Several kids playing the very fun GBA. At least for the sapp in me, this image really captures what games can and should do. They should be fun and they should bring out the kid in you. Now I...

Developer NIBRI has released screenshots of their upcoming game, Raid of the River. NIBRI says that is being developed for the Nintendo Revolution. Revolution Report contacted NIBRI directly for further comment. In response, the game’s project manager Piotr Orlowski stated, “[NIBRIS] would like to do this game directly for Revolution and DS, only Nintendo platforms [will] get this game...

Pictured below is arguably one of the sweetest gaming deals I’ve ever landed. Thanks to Mario’s, a local game store, I purchased a slightly used Gameboy Micro with Super Mario Advance 2 for a mere $79 bucks. In an effort to compete with the big boys, the store only sells used games. But they have a huge selection and every now and then some incredible sales. Even better than Ebay on oc...

According to the latest issue of Famitsu, Smash Brothers creator Masahiro Sakurai returns for Revolution version after a two-year absence from Nintendo. From the article: “According to Famitsu, Sakurai was persuaded by Nintendo president Satoru Iwata to return to Nintendo over conversations that took place at the E3 Expo held earlier this year.” [Source: Gamespot]

Want to get your hands on Zelda: Twilight Princess without waiting until next spring? If you’re in the San Fransico area, head on over to the Moscone Center for a playable demo at the Games and Music Experience expo. If you can make it, be sure to send us a tip with your first-hand impression. [Source: Gamespot]

One word: massive. “Would you like a game console along with that power supply?”[Source: Game Chair]