Nintendo
What interview questions would you ask Nintendo?
In case you didn’t know, an upcoming episode of Infendo Radio will feature a special interview with Nintendo’s Kit Ellis. We’re planning on asking him about Donkey Kong addictiveness, in addition to upcoming Nintendo plans, which he’ll probably dodge like crazy. Nevertheless, what questions would you like Derek and I to ask? Let us know in the comments, and we select the be...
Yeah, that controls real well, buddy
Still pretty cool, though. (Thanks, Josh)
According to Nintendo, yesterday was November 31st
Does anyone else have the same Nintendo calendar that James Kochalka has? [click here for the excellent American Elf comic, which frequently features Nintendo references]
Old friend reuniting with CES in 2011
Going to CES this year? Cool! I’m not, but I know someone who is. Crazy thing about this mystery guest is they haven’t been to CES in 16 years. When I read the news this morning I felt a nostalgic pang for the Nintendo Power CES coverage of my youth. (The last time Nintendo went to CES they showed off hardware that would eventually become the N64). The modern day Nintendo will be showi...
Donkey Kong Country Returns not only incredibly fun, it’s a creative masterpiece
Am I wrong? Seriously, you’ll be in awe by level 1-2. Your mind will be blown by the second world. Retro Studios is the new Nintendo EAD. Game of the year. Worth every penny. PS ’ This game is proof that great platformers will live on, even after Miyamoto’s eventual death.
If a “Power Line” falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?
I know this is going to come as a shock to many of you, but Nintendo quietly shut down its tips by phone service this year, dubbed Power Line. “This service has been discontinued,” an automated operator told Infendo.com today. In case any of you haven’t heard of the Internet, the operator goes on to say, “For gameplay assistance, there are numerous online resources availabl...
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.
IBM working with Nintendo again for next console
PC World reports, via NeoGAF: “IBM is working with gaming machine vendors including Nintendo and Sony, said Jai Menon, CTO of IBM’s Systems and Technology Group, during an interview Thursday. ‘We’re working with all of the game folks to provide our capabilities into those next-generation machines,’ he said.” As a reminder, IBM supplied Nintendo with processors f...
Is Kirby the best 2D game since Yoshi’s Island?
Three worlds into Kirby’s Epic Yarn, I’m convinced this is the spiritual successor to Yoshi’s Island, which was and remains–arguably–the best 2D platformer of all time. If you’re old enough to remember the disappointment surrounding the release of the follow up, N64’s Yoshi’s Story, Kirby’s new title is the game you actually wanted to play back...
Club Nintendo’s latest reward is…kinda cool…
If you’ve joined Club Nintendo, and have been registering your first-party games (and if not, why not?), a new reward has become available in the company club store. 300 Club Nintendo coins will get you a Mario Sensu (folding fan), which will start shipping October 25th. Of all Nintendo’s Club offerings, this one strikes me as an item that could actually make a fun, unusual Holiday g...
Get a Wii in Infendo Red! (Japan Only!)
Ever wanted an Infendo Colored Wii? Nintendo Japan has got you covered: a limited edition red console in celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Super Mario Bros. It’s not “official” Infendo swag, sure – but you can bet your britches the first fan to slap a white “Infendo” logo on this baby will earn a special place in our hearts. It’s not all paint jobs ...