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Kid Icarus: Uprising official website goes live
If, after 25 years of waiting, the need to reacquaint yourself with Kid Icarus is growing almost unbearable, Nintendo has today offered up a hefty slice of info that equates to blessed relief Specifically, Nintendo has launched the official website for its upcoming 3DS title Kid Icarus: Uprising, which will provide the long-awaited return for [...]
Nintendo announces Pearl Pink 3DS and free Wi-Fi
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, chances are you’re wondering what to get for that special someone in your life in order to properly quantify your affections. If so, then the gloriously girly Pearl Pink edition of the Nintendo 3DS portable videogame console might be just what you’re looking for. Set to hit retail on Feb. [...]
100-year-old granny endorses powers of Nintendo DS
The wide-ranging casual appeal of the Wii and DS has become the stuff of entertainment-based legend—not least because of Nintendo’s efforts to focus its underpowered current-gen consoles towards those beyond the usual demographic age range. And so, with homed pensioners everywhere supposedly keeping their spirits high and joints supple by playing Wii Sports, we once [...]
Nintendo promises to deliver ‘proper’ Wii U launch
Looking to avoid the same flat reception that met its 3DS portable console, Nintendo has boldly pledged to make sure the launch of its hugely anticipated Wii U system truly hits the mark. That’s according to Nintendo president Satoru Iwata, who this week said the lack of compelling launch software that hamstrung the 3DS will [...]
Nintendo won’t fix Mario Kart 7 shortcut exploit
Bad news for frustrated fans of Mario Kart 7 after it today emerged that Nintendo is unwilling to iron out a cheat-friendly glitch in the popular 3DS racer. Although the glitch doesn’t necessarily hamstring direct gameplay—which is probably why Nintendo is ignoring it—it does enable savvy players to exploit a significant course shortcut while traversing [...]
Netflix hits Wii in UK and Ireland
Netflix has this week expanded the reach of its hugely popular TV and movie platform by bringing streamed entertainment services to Wii users in the UK and Ireland. The arrival on Nintendo’s market-leading home console coincides with the general availability of Netflix in the UK and Ireland (January 9) and grants users access to a [...]
Nintendo confirms new Zelda is already in production
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword is barely out the door but Japanese gaming giant Nintendo has already revealed that a brand new Legend of Zelda game is already in development. Confirmation was offered by series producer Eiji Aonuma, who let slip in the final few pages of Hyrule Historia that Nintendo’s creative team is [...]
Rumor: Xbox 720 to include tablet peripheral
We’re barely two weeks into 2012 and already rumor and speculation regarding the PlayStation 4 and Xbox Next (a.k.a. 720) is piling up about the office. Following on from last week’s glut regarding mystery CES hardware peeks and E3 Expo announcements, we today bring you reports that suggest Microsoft’s next-gen platform will ape the Wii [...]
Report points to new Nintendo online store
Leading the videogame market on both hardware fronts, but somehow always seemingly caught playing catch-up where content is concerned, Nintendo is reportedly prepping a “full-blown” software store. That’s according to The Daily, which claims the download portal will accompany the upcoming Wii U console and will supposedly help the Japanese gaming giant compete directly with [...]
Nintendo eShop update includes retro Bionic Commando
Expanding the range and reach of its virtual videogame content a little further, Nintendo has today announced a selection of new software for its official online eShop store. The latest update consists of retro scroller Bionic Commando for the 3DS ($3.99 USD), Cake Ninja for the 3DS and DSi ($4.99 USD), and the somewhat unusually [...]