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Theatrhythm: Final Fantasy box confirms Nintendo Network?

Is Nintendo finally rehauling their outdated DLC system? A little marking on the upcoming 3DS game Theatrhythm: Final Fantasy indicates yes.

The icon isn’t present on the actual cover art itself, but the dummy box is emblazoned with a bright orange “Nintendo Network” symbol in the upper right hand corner. Additional text indicates this title will have paid downloadable content. In tandem with its looming release date, this would make it the first game from Nintendo to follow the traditional DLC model used by their Western counterparts.

Nintendo Network is said to be an online service connecting the 3DS and Wii U, but few other details are available. With Theatrhythm: Final Fantasy‘s Japanese release date mere weeks away on February 16, we should have some answers soon.

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Original 3D remastered Kid Icarus confirmed with Uprising pre-order

By Holly Green 20 days ago | Leave a comment

As you may recall, there was a rumor floating around some time ago that the original Kid Icarus would be included with the 3DS reboot of the Kid Icarus series, due in March. This rumor was only fed by an interview given by Nintendo designer Masahiro Sakurai, who could only say “No comment” when asked about the speculation. At the time, I thought it an interesting response, given there was no elaboration or even a flat out no. As it turns out, the original Kid Icarus WILL be included with Uprising…kind of. Those who pre-order Kid Icarus: Uprising will receive a bonus download code that can be redeemed for a copy of the 3D remake of Kid Icarus, entitled 3D Classics: Kid Icarus. The download will be made playable the same day as Kid Icarus: Uprising‘s March 23 release.

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Resident Evil Revelations demo available now in Nintendo eShop

By Holly Green 20 days ago | Leave a comment

Not ready for the full Revelation? How about just a tidbit? Previously available with Resident Evil: Mercenaries 3D, the Resident Evil: Revelations demo is now open for free download in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS. Play as one of three characters, Jill Valentine, Chris Redfield, or Keith Lumley and their intrepid partners as they face a menacing new virus amid the confined spaces of an abandoned cruise ship. The full experience can be purchased when Resident Evil Revelations debuts February 7.

Weekly Nintendo Shop Update — January 12, 2012

By Jason Leavey 27 days ago | 4 Comments

While I’m certainly the gamer in the family, my dad is an absolute pinball junkie. It’s always been his dream to have an arcade style pinball machine at his house, something I know he’d end up using more than his kitchen table. While that hasn’t become a reality for him yet, I have tried to convince him of some cheaper alternatives, in the form of pinball video games!

Zen Pinball 3D is part of this week’s new digital download releases from Nintendo. The 3DS game features four themed tables to choose from, with promises of bringing forth the most realistic ball physics of any pinball video game. The $6.99 price tag seems a tad high, considering free versions of Zen Pinball are available for iOS and Android devices. Still, for those that miss that old time feeling, it’s great to have another option for pinball junkies that miss those familiar lights and sounds.

For a look at all of this week’s releases, including Kirby’s debut on Nintendo Video, continue reading Nintendo’s official press release:

[This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content:

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Zen Pinball 3D™ – Zen Pinball 3D for Nintendo 3DS™ brings an incredible stereoscopic 3D experience to the acclaimed video game pinball series for the first time, featuring four original, beautifully crafted tables. (For Nintendo 3DS)

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Rumor: Luigi’s Mansion 2 will be two player

By Holly Green 70 days ago | 1 Comment

Is Luigi about to get a little help in the ghost sucking department? According to MyNintendoNews, Nintendo Europe recently put up a listing for Luigi’s Mansion 2, and among other details, stated that the sequel will be two player. Examining the page, however, it appears that they either fixed a typo (the side panel says it’s a one player game) or playing Skyrim ten hours a day is affecting my eyesight more than I thought, ’cause I can’t find any mention of it.

So was this mere error, or fact? I can’t even conceive of a two player Luigi’s Mansion, but I’m sure it’d be facilitated by StreetPass. Which would be better, co-op or versus? And the second player should be Mario, right?

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UKIE: Nintendo and Sony should focus on iOS and Android

By Jack Fabris 73 days ago | 5 Comments

Andy Payne, chairman of UKIE, has decided that both Nintendo and Sony would be better off if they would just stop making hardware and focus their attention on making games for iOS and Android.

“I think it would be a massive relief to both Sony and Nintendo to become content-only. Right now, they might not even know it. You know that thing where you take drugs and you think it’s the best thing in the world? Then you get off them and go, ‘What was I doing?’

“Imagine any Mario or Zelda property being on the iPhone or an Android phone. They’d get £10 or £15 for it, because people would want to pay to have it on their phone. They would. And that would be amazing… wouldn’t it be refreshing to have Nintendo really making stuff for the iPhone, Android, and all the other stuff that’s around?”

So, after being a huge part of the video game industry since its origin and creating some of the most commercially successful consoles and handhelds in history, Nintendo is going to ask, “What was I doing?” And what about Sony? The PlayStation 2 has shipped more units than any other console. Plus, with the way Nintendo’s games are designed specifically with the hardware in mind (in terms of how they’re controlled), many games simply wouldn’t work on a mobile phone.

So what are your thoughts? Do you think Nintendo and/or Sony should ditch hardware and focus on games for iOS and Android?

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Nintendo gifting another round of Ocarina of Time 3D soundtracks

By Christian Ponte 76 days ago | 1 Comment

Happy Thanksgiving, indeed: If you were one of the people who just missed the cut for a copy of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D Official Soundtrack back when it was offered as an early registration bonus, you may have had another chance at it. Some of you have probably already received this e-mail:

Hello,

Thanks for registering your copy of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D in your Club Nintendo account. We know it’s been a while since you registered, but we’ve managed to locate a few extra copies of the soundtrack CD that was awarded to those who registered the game in June. As you just missed getting a copy, we’re going to send one of these newly located copies to you!

If you haven’t already received an email notification, you will soon!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Sincerely,

Nintendo of America Inc.
Consumer Service Department

I can just imagine someone at Nintendo opening a random box they found in some back room, and someone’s Zelda Item Fanfare ringtone coincidentally goes off as they realize what’s in the box. Were you one of the lucky ones?

Nintendo offers chance to buy Skyward Sword early at Master Sword unveiling

By Holly Green 82 days ago | Leave a comment

If you’re in New York City and want to be among the first of the general public to get your hands on The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, check your calendars for Saturday! Tomorrow, November 19, Nintendo World will be holding a flagship event, unveiling a Master Sword replica and a historical Zelda showcase for eager fans who attend between 9:00AM to 1:00PM. Visitors can also purchase a copy of Skyward Sword, a full day before retail release, and receive a limited edition poster while supplies last. For details, hit the jump!