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Hanabi Festival returns with a bang! - Mi, 10 Mrz 2010
An all-star line-up of classics never before seen in Europe.

Retro action returns with WiiWare platformer Mega Man 10 - Fr, 05 Mrz 2010
Discover this week's wealth of new Nintendo DSi and Wii downloads

In shops now: Nintendo DSi XL - Fr, 05 Mrz 2010
Enjoy the new Nintendo DSi XL features and software together!

In shops tomorrow: Picross 3D - Do, 04 Mrz 2010
Solve Picross puzzles from a whole new perspective!

Meet the people behind Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth - Mi, 03 Mrz 2010
Learn more about the latest addition to the Ace Attorney series from the people who helped create it

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GamesMaster TV return being considered - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
Would you like to see GM back on our screens again?.
Remember the GamesMaster TV show? It could be set to make a welcome return to our screens as Future Publishing says it's considering "reviving the brand."

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Mario Galaxy 2 stars in new ONM - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
New issue out tomorrow...
There are some huge names in the new issue of Official Nintendo Magazine. Metroid, Wario, Sonic to name a few but only one man could possibly grace our cover. The one and only Mario! So good they named him twice (if you believe that his full name is Mario Mario, that is).



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Dark Void Zero Wii? - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
Seems like a natural fit say Capcom.
Dark Void Zero was released for DSiWare last week but it might not be the last we'll see of Capcom's retro-style reinvention.

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Monster Hunter dev explains lack of motion controls - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
Why you won't be waving your Remote.
Considering Monster Hunter is all about bashing monsters with a variety of weapons, you would have thought it would have been perfect for some Remote waving action.

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Rock Band 3 announced - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
'It will revolutionise the music genre'.
Rock Band 3 is on the way and according the game's Facebook page, it will revolutionise the music genre.

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PlayStation Move Gets Its First Wii Port (The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest) - 11/03/2010

Kotaku writes: "With the PlayStation Move looking, well, similar to Nintendo's Wii Remote, you may have wondered how long it would take until it was announced a Wii game was being ported to the PS3. The answer? How about, oh, a few hours.

Warner Bros let us know today that The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest, a game previously headed for the Wii (and DS), will now also be making an appearance on the PlayStation 3, "with full support for PlayStation's upcoming motion controller technology"."

New Mega Man 10 trailer featuring Bass (Mega Man 10) - 10/03/2010

PS3 Attitude: "Dr. Wily's most powerful robot joins Proto Man and Mega Man on their quest to save the world."

Lady Gaga Heads to Rock Band with 4 Songs Including Cover by Cartman (Rock Band) - 10/03/2010

Take a page from pop culture, when Cartman belts out Lady Gaga's Poker Face, it will be a reality on Rock Band next week as a DLC along with 4 other songs.

Harmonix and MTV Games today announced that a four pack of songs from pop sensation Lady Gaga, as well as a special Lady Gaga cover by COMEDY CENTRAL's South Park's own Eric Cartman will be added next week to the Rock Band Music Store of downloadable content for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and Wii.

Nintendo UK to boost Change4Life (Wii Fit Plus) - 9/03/2010

New Wii Fit Plus ad campaign to help Government promote healthy living message throughout March and April

No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle's Wii Nintendo Channel Data Debut (No More Heroes) - 9/03/2010

CoffeewithGames.Blogspot.com shows No More Heroes 2's play-time data, number of players reporting data, sale rank, and review score average.

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GamesMaster TV return being 'explored' - Thu, 11 Mar 2010
Brand to get major refresh as publisher considers its options.
The GamesMaster TV show, a spectacle of the nineties for us all, could make a welcome return as Future Publishing says it's considering "reviving the brand on TV screens".



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Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 Wii tutorial released - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
Wii Motion Plus allows any angle.
EA Sports has released a tutorial video for the Wii version of Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 demonstrating the sensitivity of the Wii Motion Plus.

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Wii 2: 'We're not there yet' - Reggie - Wed, 10 Mar 2010
Reggie Fils Aime discusses next Nintendo console.
Reggie Fils-Aime has revealed that Nintendo isn't yet thinking seriously about the next Wii platform.

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Rock Band 3 Announced - Tue, 09 Mar 2010
Music title to "revolutionise" the music genre.
Viacom CEO Philippe Dauman has confirmed that Harmonix is working on Rock Band 3, which is set for a worldwide release "this holiday season".

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EA announces PS3 motion control Tiger Woods - Tue, 09 Mar 2010
But PGA Tour 11 won't work with Natal.
Electronic Arts has announced that Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 will feature The Ryder Cup and will support Sony's new motion controller.

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Wii 2 Could Be Released Piece by Piece - Wed, 10 Mar 2010

Nintendo could be releasing Wii 2 right now

 

Disclaimer: I don't, for one second, think this is "real."  I don't think this is what is "going to happen."  The point of this article isn't to make any sort of predictions.  It scarcely should even be considered speculation.  Instead, this article is strictly entertaining a hypothetical situation; it's a mental game of problem solving.

 

 

Nintendo positioned themselves as a low-cost option in the interactive entertainment market.  They did well to innovate in terms of control input for this generation.  Also, they decided to forgo high-definition graphics with the Wii.  They went for a simplified online system (compared to the competition).  Many consider the Wii "current gen" when comparing it to its Gamecube predecessor, which the Wii is based on.

 

How can Nintendo catch up to Sony and Microsoft in terms of the high-tech gaming elements?  Are they destined to be last place in graphics (in technical terms), online systems, and the things that Nintendo has seemingly disregarded?

 

 

Reposition

 

First, we need to accept this concept: Nintendo cares.  In a world where Nintendo cares about competing with other companies in terms of the "core gamer" elements, this situation could actually come about.

 

We don't have a solid notion that Nintendo does care about competing in the high-powered areas of gaming, but that doesn't stop this situation from being considered.  Instead, we need to accept this hypothetical circumstance to continue on.

 

So, Nintendo wants to create a new console with HD graphics and a revamped online system (or what have you in regards to "high tech" gaming elements).  Assuming so, they could have troubles keeping it at a low price.

 

The best solution for Nintendo is to change gears.  Nintendo needs to shift their focus from being control-centric to zoning in on the more "non-tangible" elements of gaming.  The company centers around innovating on control input.  Logically, less effort and R&D dollars (more appropriately, yen) being spent on new and exciting controls should leave more time and money for the things most complainers have yearned for: a more fleshed-out system.

 

The question turns: how does Nintendo accomplish this?

 

 

Reuse

 

Microsoft looms with Project Natal.  Sony edges closer with Arc.  Even with Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime showing "no fear" (via Gizmodo), a wise businessman takes their competition seriously.

 

Microsoft and Sony are taking interesting turns at this stage in their console cycles.  Both companies, whose game systems predominantly demonstrate the advancing technology and graphical capabilities of home gaming, are developing new controllers.  Without a doubt, this is very "Nintendo" of them.

 

Let's not assume that Nintendo's plan is to counter-attack in predictable ways, with new(er) and (more) exciting control styles.  Instead, as we're hypothesizing, Nintendo is striking back in the graphics and online department, the one area of video games where they decidedly come in "last."

 

To accomplish this, they use the Wii Remote.  Again.

 

Even better, Nintendo would update the Wii Remote.  This proven device with an already-established install base becomes the iPod of gaming, with newer, better versions of it available.  As a better comparison, one could liken it to the DualShock 2 controller.

 

To clarify, recall that PlayStation owners that upgraded to the PlayStation 2 could play their original games and even new ones while using their PlayStation controller.  Still, a newer, altered version of the controller was released with the PlayStation 2.

 

Similarly, the Wii Remote begets the Wii Remote 2.  Perhaps Nintendo would include a better speaker in this new controller.  MotionPlus, as many rumors go, would certainly be included in its initial design.

 

This would be Nintendo's low-cost solution: existing technology (arguably, again).  The Wii Remote has been a success story.  With millions sold, why would Nintendo abandon it?

 

This also means that the Wii Remote 2 could very well be released BEFORE the new console.  Nintendo could be working on new peripherals that are designed just as much for Wii HD (or 2, or Dolphin, or whatever) as they are for the Wii.

 

 

Reduce

 

Nintendo could then release their new console "in pieces" for Wii gamers to pick up ahead of time.  What happens then?  A new Wii HD could easily be reduced to a $250 price, and you would already have the controllers to go with it.

 

Were Nintendo to go the Sony route, there's no need to change the design of the controller as well.  Good news, all those plastic guns and wheels that your Wii Remote clips into would also hold the Wii Remote 2.

 

This works the other way as well.  If Nintendo shows consistency, then a Wii Remote, Nunchuk, and MotionPlus could be sufficient controllers for the new console.  Buying all those devices sounds a lot better to the consumer when they find out they work for two systems.

 

Were this to be Nintendo's solution, expect the new system to sell out all over again for the next few years

 

With the Wii, Nintendo already turned everything we thought we knew about game console releases and video games on its head.  I wouldn't put it re-using controllers past them.

 

 

Re-think

 

After entertaining the thought, I find that doubts still linger.  For one, we have to assume that Nintendo cares about things like high-definition graphics or a more enriching online experience.

 

Even more, we have to assume that Nintendo is willing to act on this soon.  Nothing could be further from current indications from the company.  If anything, Nintendo's constant denial of an upcoming console shows their desire to ride out the Wii to its last sale.

 

Nintendo, especially Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime and Nintendo CEO Satoru Iwata, have made a habit of denying "Wii HD" for the past few months.  Their thought process revolves around adding HD to the current system, and how they don't consider that "enough" to make the new system worthwhile.  It's likely that they would also feel the same about using the same controls again in the new system.

 

However, the new console we hope for has far more features than what the current Wii offers.  Also, this doesn't discount the idea of Nintendo still innovating on supplemental controls for the system.

 

This brings up the Vitality Sensor.  Nintendo will be exhibiting the mysterious heart rate/pulse monitoring accessory in July, and possibly in June at E3.  If Nintendo believes that the Vitality Sensor can breath new life into the Wii, they have no reason to announce a new console.

 

Of course, none of this stops Nintendo from releasing the first parts of their new system, in the form of the Wii Remote 2.  As long as it doesn't come in white and no other colors for the first three years of its release, you'll hear no complaints from me.

Ghostfire Games Announces Release Date - Wed, 10 Mar 2010

Rage of the Gladiator to hit WiiWare next Monday.

It was recently announced by Ghostfire Games that Rage of the Gladiator will hit WiiWare's virtual shelves this coming Monday, March 15th. It will cost 1000 Wii Points.

 

 

And what good would a game be without a contest to coincide with its release? Ghostfire Games announced a competition which challenges players to beat the game as fast as possible. This encompasses both the regular game, and the challenge mode (more difficult versions of the bosses), which unlocks after beating the regular mode. If you do all of this first, with a Grade A in every boss fight, and send a screenshot to Ghostfire Games, they will put your name in one of their next video games.

 

If you remember, Ghostfire was working towards a late 2009 release of the game, but because of interest shown by fans, they decided to work in Wii MotionPlus. This set their development back, but as Ghostfire Games' Scott Merriam said in a prior interview, they prefer to take the "Blizzard approach" of making sure their game is a quality one, ensuring not to rush it out too soon.

 

 

Coupled along with the announcement of the release date was also new media of the boss Tagon (pictured above). This raps up all of the media releases Ghostfire Games will do before the release of the game. Each release served as a preview to a new boss, and to see a listing of bosses revealed in the game, check out Ghostfire Games' website.

 

Are you going to get this game? If so, are you going to compete to get your name in a video game?

 

 

The Wiire Podcast 162 - Mon, 08 Mar 2010

Recap of the Nintendo Media Summit

This week on The Wiire Podcast, Ian, Mike, and Andrew are told yet again that a successor to the Wii isn't coming "any time soon", footage is leaked (or faked) of Sonic 4, Sony files a baffling patent for a universal game controller, Ubisoft says there's no point in making realistic games for Wii, and Disney wants to take Epic Mickey to "new levels" on the Wii. Plus, tons of your listener questions answered! Download this episode now!

Topics covered in this week's episode:

• (0:02:14) Dunaway: No Wii successer "any time soon"
• (0:08:59) Zelda Wii Confirmed for 2010?
• (0:12:25) Rumor: Sonic 4 screens and footage leaked
• (0:15:27) Sony files patent for universal game controller
• (0:19:13) WayForward developing Batman: The Brave and the Bold game
• (0:21:01) Ubisoft: "No point" in doing realistic Wii games
• (0:27:13) EA: "Sharp and distinct" console transition unlikely
• (0:32:45) Tetris Party Deluxe coming to Wii and DS this June
• (0:34:58) Disney wants to take Epic Mickey to new levels on Wii
• (0:37:33) Nintendo Media Summit
• (0:46:22) Listener Mail

Runtime: 1:11:11

 

The Wiire Podcast 161 - Fri, 26 Feb 2010

Special guest Greg Tito from The Escapist

This week, special guest Greg Tito from The Escapist joins a full panel consisting of Ian, Mike, Andrew and Scott to discuss the news of the week, including Miyamoto's comments on potential new Nintendo hardware, Sony's viewpoint on developers moving to the PS3, new details on Sonic 4 for WiiWare, Netflix HD streaming labeled "underwhelming", Nintendo fines a gamer $1.5 million for uploading a game, and much more, plus your listener mail! You won't want to miss this - download this episode today!

Topics covered in this week's episode:

• (0:05:59) Currently Playing
• (0:11:36) Miyamoto Talks New Nintendo Hardware, Motion Plus Games
• (0:17:00) Sony: Publishers Leaving Wii For PS3
• (0:23:30) New Details on Sonic 4
• (0:27:18) Rumor: Sonic Playable in Super Mario Galaxy 2
• (0:32:56) 2009: Despite Wii Sales Market Declines
• (0:35:19) Developers Retreating From Wii
• (0:38:28) Netflix: HD Streaming "Underwhelming," Expects Wii Success
• (0:43:52) Nintendo Fines New Super Mario Bros. Wii Uploader $1.5 Million
• (0:46:48) Level-5 Developing Unannounced Wii Title, Dragon Quest?
• (0:50:31) Nintendo Announces Media Summit
• (0:54:39) Analyst: Nintendo Must "Immediately" Cut Wii Price To $150
• (0:58:11) WiiWare Demos Trial Ends
• (1:02:05) Nintendo Releases Budget Line in Japan
• (1:04:36) Listener Mail

Runtime: 1:20:55

 

Wii Loses Another Exclusive, de Blob 2 Going Multiplatform - Sun, 21 Feb 2010

THQ CEO Brian Farrell confirms de Blob 2 sequel going multiplatform in 2011

THQ CEO Brian Farrell has confirmed the publisher will be launching de Blob 2 for multiple platforms in fiscal 2011.

 

 

"de Blob started its life on Wii. We've not announced anything yet, but obviously with a great brand like that -- people love that character -- taking it to other platforms, the game mechanic can be done. Actually, I prefer it on a normal controller. We'll be branching it out to other platforms -- that's a great brand to build." Farrell said in an interview with IGN.

 

THQ originally announced a de Blob sequel was coming to Wii during an investors conference call on February 3.

 

This marks another lost Wii exclusive for Nintendo. Recently, High Voltage Software announced their upcoming monster/zombie shooter, The Grinder, will no longer be a Wii exclusive.

 

When asked just what gamers should expect from a de Blob sequel, Farrell had this to say:

 

"You'll really like what you see. It's being developed by our Blue Tongue studio down in Australia. I was down there probably about three months ago and they've just taken it to the next level. The first one is always the first one. And now having all the technology built so that they can work solely on the creative side and production values -- you're going to love what you see."

 

Initially developed by a small group of college students, de Blob puts players in control of a ball of color with the mission to jump around and repaint a barren city.

 

THQ's unique action puzzler took home five awards at the annual Games Developers' Association of Australia (GDAA) Awards in 2008. It received "Best Console Title", "Best Gameplay", "Best Graphics" and Best Audio" along with the coveted "Best Game" award.

 

For more info, check out The Wiire's de Blob Impressions.

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