Iwata 'No Further 3DS Price Drops, Holding Back Software

In a Q&A session following a recent investor briefing, Nintendo president Satoru Iwata implied that it would not be repeating this year's significant 3DS price cut in the near future, and admitted to holding back some completed 3DS software for release after the busy holiday season.

In a Q&A session following a recent investor briefing, Nintendo president Satoru Iwata implied that it would not be repeating this year's significant 3DS price cut in the near future, and admitted to holding back some completed 3DS software for release after the busy holiday season.
Looking forward to the 2013 fiscal year, however, the Nintendo president said the company was "not anticipating a situation where we must expand the hardware by generating a large loss on the sales of the hardware," implying that a similar price drop would not be necessary in the near future.

"During the fiscal year ending March 2013, we are expecting the profitability of Nintendo 3DS hardware to improve significantly," he said. "As long as we can create sufficient momentum, I think we will be able to come close to our usual course of business operations in the next fiscal year."

Elsewhere in the Q&A session, Iwata said the company was intentionally holding back some completed 3DS software to avoid limiting its impact during the crowded holiday season.

"Video games need to stay fresh, so it is not practical for us to put them on hold for too long, but we think that some of them may be held for a certain amount of time so that there will be a short interval between when they are completed and when they are launched," he said.

For 3DS software specifically, Iwata said the holiday season was "so dense that, if we added any more software, the total sales would not increase. Accordingly, we have intentionally delayed the launch of some software titles to early next year."

Following upcoming holiday season releases for Super Mario 3D Land and Mario Kart 7, Nintendo has announced Kid Icarus: Uprising, Luigi's Mansion 2, Paper Mario and Animal Crossing 3DS titles for some time next year.

Nintendo rumoured to be working on micro-transaction firmware update for 3DS

Reports have emerged in Japan's biggest newspaper Nikkei that Nintendo is considering introducing an in-game purchasing model for the 3DS.

Nintendo's digital downloads are currently accounting for less than 5 percent of its total sales figures, something which is not the case for other Japanese games makers.

The report indicates that a firmware update could arrive as early as next month, allowing developers to start integrating micro-transactions into their titles, but the first games to use this feature aren't expected to arrive until 2012.

Mario Sighting at Westfield Horton Plaza on Nov. 4

  WHAT:   Be on the look-out in your city for dozens of Marios dressed in
                Tanooki ears and tails to celebrate the upcoming launch of the Super
                Mario 3D Land(TM) game for the Nintendo 3DS(TM) hand-held system.
                Marios will leap from the Mushroom Kingdom into the real world for
                a special one-time appearance that San Diego-area consumers won't
                want to miss.
                Super Mario 3D Land is the first Mario(TM) game created for
                Nintendo 3DS and launches on Nov. 13. It is the next evolution of
                Mario game play with the return of the fan-favorite Tanooki Mario,
                the game uses 3D visuals to deliver classic Mario action with
                enhanced depth, distance and speed, all without the need for
                special glasses. To date, more than 262 million Super Mario games
                have been sold around the globe, making it one of the world's most
                widely enjoyed video game series.
        WHO:    Dozens of Marios, consumers of all kinds
        WHEN:   Friday, Nov. 4
                Sometime between 12:30-1 p.m.
        WHERE:  Westfield Horton Plaza (near Broadway Circle entrance)
                324 Horton Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101

LINK JOURNEYS BACK INTO THE HEAT OF THE ACTION IN THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: SKYWARD SWORD FOR WII

Nintendo has revealed more details about the captivating areas, items and game play in the massive The Legend of Zelda™: Skyward Sword game, launching exclusively for the Wii™ system on Nov. 20. This week, Link™ continues his epic quest and travels back to the Eldin Volcano as additional discoveries have uncovered new portions of the map. Players will dig the new items and find a new way to traverse through this area. Newly revealed game elements include the following:

• Return to the Eldin Volcano and the Fire Sanctuary: Link travels back to this volcanic area to journey into the Fire Sanctuary, a dungeon that sits on top of the volcano's summit.

• New Items: In the Fire Sanctuary, Link receives yet another new item - the Mogma Mitts. Using these, he is able to access underground tunnels by digging through soft patches in the ground to explore the subterranean areas in this dungeon.

• The Quest Continues: As Link makes his way through this treacherous area and continues on his quest to find and help Zelda™, a massive eruption throws him from atop the volcano.

• More Fun in the Skies: When Link returns to Skyloft he can look forward to a multitude of fun diversions, including Pumpkin Pull, a challenging game of target shooting that involves flying pumpkins.

Nintendo will continue to regularly provide fans with select details and information about the game prior to its Nov. 20 launch. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword will be available as a standalone game or as part of a limited-edition bundle that also includes a gold-colored Wii Remote™ Plus controller. Additionally, every copy in the initial production runs of the game will come packaged with a special music CD containing orchestral arrangements of select songs that were performed at The Legend of Zelda 25th Anniversary Symphony Concert on Oct. 21 in Los Angeles.

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword is now available for pre-order at major retailers throughout North America. A deposit may be required for pre-orders. See individual retailers for details. For more information about the game, visit http://www.zelda.com/skywardsword/.

Nintendo gave us a hint at when it will finally release its successor to the Wii.

Nintendo's president, Satoru Iwata told investors that the company will show off the final version of the Wii U at next year's E3 conference, according to GamePro. Since E3 takes place in late spring, it's likely Nintendo is holding out for a Holiday 2012 launch for the Wii U.We got our first look at the Wii U in June when Nintendo first unveiled the prototype.

Super Mario 3D Land Set To Launch in Times Square with Life Size Gameplay

Nintendo is gearing up for its biggest 3DS title release of the year. Super Mario 3D Land is set to  launch, in New York City’s Times Square.
On November 12, Nintendo will be setting life size warp pipes for gamers to flock to and grab a few coins off of a trampoline. There will also be a flag pole finale.
Highlights include:
- A performance from a mass group of Nintendo characters at the start of the event
- A set of exclusive Tanooki ears and tails as featured in the original franchise, rewarded to fans onsite throughout the event (available while supplies last).
- A “Mushroom Kingdom” Pizza truck nearby offering free mushroom pizza slices to the first 1,000 consumers onsite that tweet using the #SuperMario3D hashtag.
- Additionally, in advance of its official Nov. 13 release date, Nintendo is rewarding its biggest fans in attendance with an exclusive limited early sale of the game at Toys “R” Us located in Times Square on Nov. 12.

Australians Get Fantastic Super Mario 3D Land And Mario Kart 7 Pre-Order Bonuses

Just like with the zelda ocarina of time 3d Australia gets a other great pre-order.

EB Games in Australia has revealed the pre-order goodies gamers can pick up for purchasing either Mario Kart 7 or Super Mario 3D Land. If you pre-order Mario Kart 7 you’re entitled to a plush Mario hat and if you purchase Super Mario 3D Land you can grab a cute Tanooki plush hat.

Mario Kart 7 Steering Wheel for Nintendo 3DS

It's no secret that Mario Kart 7 is due out in December, but it now appears that a certain 3DS-compatible steering wheel from Hori will be too. According to Andriasang, Amazon's Japanese site listed the peripheral sans photos, pricing it at a cool ¥1,280 (about $17). Not long after that the blog snagged a few press shots of said unit, which looks like a odd blend of the iPhone-oriented Helix grip and Nintendo's own Wii Wheel. The attachment is said to feature tweaked shoulder triggers and Nintendo's Official Seal of Approval, but won't score you extra SlidePad functionality.

 

Nintendo to release pink and white 3DS bundles for Christmas

The ‘ice white’ Nintendo 3DS will comes with Super Mario 3D Land, a new Mario game which draws on classic gameplay from older games, along with new touches.
Players can take control of Mario to save Princess Peach from Bowser’s clutches once again with abilities such as the Propeller Box, Boomerang Mario and binoculars.
Boomerang Mario lets players immobilise enemies with a boomerang while donning a blue shell and helmet. The Propeller Box lets players fly to reach secret areas and the binoculars lets players see from the first-person perspective to spot enemies and hidden objectives.

The pink Nintendo 3DS bundle will include the console and a copy of Nintendogs and cats, aimed squarely at the young female audience.
Nintendogs and cats lets players take care of a virtual pet, utilising the console’s 3D graphics and functions. Its inner camera recognises the face of the player, allowing the animal to follow their head movements.
Players can also use the microphone and stylus to teach their pet a variety of tricks with voice commands.

Kid Icarus 3D Classic Coming to Japan

Kid Icarus is one of the next titles to be released for the 3D Classics series.
In Japan, gamers who register two Nintendo 3DS titles between October 1 and January 15 will be able to download the 3D Classic Kid Icarus free of charge through a campaign with Club Nintendo in Japan called "Chotto Mario na Nintendo 3DS Present Campaign".
After registering the games, players will receive a download code on their 3DS. The functionality to be able to receive and use this code will be implemented via the 3DS firmware update later next month.
There is no solid release date for the 3D Classic Kid Icarus at this time. Following the reveal of Kirby's Adventure in a European press release today, this is one of the last games in Nintendo's original batch of six 3D Classics.

Nintendo launches Nintendo Direct

Nintendo Direct is an initiative from Nintendo to deliver news directly to their fans. Satoru Iwata hosted a live stream to kick it off, and Reggie Fils-Aime has launched the official website for North America with the first of what should be many video updates.

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword - Earth Temple Overview

 This looks great

The Full Nintendo Direct Conference (10/21/2011)

Just In case you missed the first Nintendo Direct conference It’s in Japanese,

Mario Themed Nintendo 3DS Consoles

Nintendo has announced that Club Nintendo Japan will be holding a special campaign for gamers who purchase two Nintendo 3DS games between October 1st and January 15th. Those picked will be eligible to win one of these three special Nintendo 3DS systems

Kid Icarus 3D Classic Also Heading To The Nintendo 3DS

Kid Icarus for the NES will be receiving the 3D Classic treatment in Japan. The game will be free to download on the Nintendo 3DS eShop for Japanese Club Nintendo members. No word as of yet regarding a Western release date.

Nintendo 3DS Messaging System Coming In December

Soon we will be able to message our friends on the Nintendo 3DS with a free messaging app on the eShop called Nintendo Letter Box. You’ll be able to write or draw messages to your friends and you can also attach 3D photos and voice clips you’ve recorded using the Nintendo 3DS Sound App.

Nintendo Bringing Hulu Plus to the Wii and 3D Video to 3DS

Hulu Plus and 3D video recording are coming soon to the 3DS and Wii, Nintendo announced Friday.
Device owners will be able to access TV shows and movies through Hulu Plus “by the end of the year.” Hulu Plus, which was more or less the only streaming video service not previously available on those systems, offers access to current and past seasons of shows from ABC, Comedy Central, Fox, NBC and MTV for $7.99 per month.
A 3DS system update, which includes 3D video capture, will arrive by the end of November. Users, who are currently only able to capture 3D images, will soon be able to record up to 10 minutes of 3D video and create their own 3D stop-motion animated videos.

The Legend Of Zelda Skyward Sword Main Quest Is Around 35 Hours Long

The Official Nintendo Magazine has revealed that the main quest players will embark on during The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword will be around 35 hours long. However, you’ll spend a lot longer with the game if you aim to do some of the many side quests featured in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.

“There are about 35 hours to be spent on Skyward Sword’s main quest along, and at least double that if you plan on dipping into the game’s plentiful side-quests, collecting all of the insects, upgrading all of the items, discovering the locations of the Goddess Cubes and exploring the world.”

[Trailer] Super Mario 3D Land - Overview Trailer

this second trailer gives you plenty of glorious gameplay footage. Super Mario 3D Land is coming out November 18th in Europe and November 13th in North America.

[Trailer] Super Mario 3D Land - Boomerang Mario Video

Nintendo has uploaded a couple of new Super Mario 3D Land videos. The first video shows off Boomerang Mario and his abilities

Nintendo 3DS: Record 10 Minutes Of 3D Video On Nintendo 3DS With November Firmware Update

Respected Japanese news publication The Nikkei has revealed that Nintendo 3DS owners will be able to take up to ten minutes of 3D video footage and upload them to external sites such as Youtube. Nintendo will reveal more information at its press event which takes place tomorrow.

3DS Gets its First Major Franchise Title This Month in Pokemon Rumble Blast – And, Its StreetPass Ready

On Oct. 24, Pokemon Rumble Blast makes its was to the 3DS. It’s Nintendo’s first, big franchise player to get a completely new game on 3DS. And, it promises to be a good one. Pokemon Rumble Blast features 600 Toy Pokemon, New Team Battle and Charge Battle modes, cooperative multiplayer and interactive StreetPass content. Streetpass allows gamers to challenge Toy Pokemon from other nearby players.
So, if you’ve collected all your Puzzle pieces and need something new to use your StreetPass for, you’ll get to use your 3DS to indulge in the “got a catch em all” fever of Rumble Blast.

Amazon Sells Out Zelda: Skyward Sword Gold Remote Bundle

We knew it was going to be limited, Well, it turns out Amazon are now completely out of stock of the Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword gold Remote bundle. I’m sure there will be a few other retailers that will have copies available for pre-order.

Nintendo of Australia: Nintendo eShop Cards Now Available

 Zelda Prepaid Cards heading to Europe and today we have a new pair cards heading to Australia. Two cards in particular can be seen to the left, the first of which is worth $15 and features Mario, while the second is worth $30 and features Link. The Zelda card has official artwork of Link from the original Legend of Zelda, A Link to the Past, and Ocarina of Time. You can pickup these eShop cards in Australia over at EB Games, Dick Smith, and GAME. For those of you in New Zealand, these cards are available for purchase in EB Games for you as well.

Nintendo 3DS Update Coming to Europe November 4

Nintendo of Europe announced today during an event in Munich that the highly anticipated Nintendo 3DS update will be available to download on November 4.
A new StreetPass game, previously teased during September's Nintendo 3DS Conference 2011, will be included in the update, though details surrounding this game are unknown.
The update will also include 3D video recording, improvements to the StreetPass Mii Plaza and Nintendo eShop.

Four-Legged Friend In the Sims 3 Pets

The Sims 3 Pets is a video game available today for the Nintendo 3DS,Pets aren’t new to the long-running Sims franchise, but the ability to play as a Sim Pet is. Players can create dogs, cats, or horses and determine their personalities, coats, body types, and breeds. You can have a perfectly house-trained dog, or the maniacal barker that terrorizes the mailman. It’s up to you.
You can also earn Karma Points within the game, which will allow you to transform Sims and their pets into other species, call down a meteor strike from the sky, or possess your pet and watch them wreak havoc upon the neighborhood.
Also, there’s a unicorn. As unicorns often are, this one is hard to find, so you’ll have to search all over the Sims’ world to find it. Once you do, you can befriend it and earn its loyalty, eventually even making it the next household pet!
There are other pets in the game – birds, rodents, lizards, turtles, and snakes – but you can only control dogs, cats, or the human Sims in the household

Nintendo 3DS Online Presentation Coming Friday

Nintendo is going to stream a pre-recorded Nintendo 3DS conference October 21 (this Friday) at 8:00 PM in Japan. Nintendo’s Global President, Satoru Iwata, will be hosting the conference and is going to reveal more details about Mario Kart 7 as well as more details on the upcoming 3DS firmware update. As with the previous 3DS conference in September, those interested in the information will be able to view the presentation via streaming sites Nico Nico Live or Ustream. Also be sure to check Nintendo's website for more information as the conference draws closer.
As stated above, the conference starts at 8:00 PM on Friday in Japan and will begin at 7:00 AM Friday morning Easter Standard Time (US East Coast), 12:00 noon British Standard Time (London), and 10:00 PM Easter Daylight Time (Sydney).

Majesco Entertainment's Pet Zombies Infects Your Nintendo 3DS Today

Pet Zombies is now available on Nintendo 3DS™ at retailers everywhere. Developed by 1st Playable Productions, Pet Zombies is the first undead pet sim that lets you raise your own zombie, customize it to your liking, manage its diet, and play truly twisted games to unlock even more macabre fun -- all in 3D!

GAME FEATURES INCLUDE:

• Raise your very own zombie and manage and control its every need.
• Play a variety of mini games: Zombie Launch, Luck of the Dead, Dumpster Dive and more!
• Nurture your zombie with tasty treats and toys, or torment them with a torch, shock collar or cattle prod!
• Customize everything about your zombies: facial deformations, variable decay, clothing, and un-lockable items.
• Unlock themed backgrounds and decor to create the best environment for your pet zombie.
• Trigger eye popping gory effects: throw food, drinks, toys or brains with the stereoscopic 3D screen.
• Earn badges, Zombucks for use in the pet shop, and unlockables by completing games and gameplay challenges.

BlazBlue Continuum Shift 2 gets Manga Edition

Arc System Works Europe will release a special Manga Edition of BlazBlue Continuum Shift 2 for Nintendo 3DS on November 4, 2011.
The Official BlazBlue 'Phase Zero Prologue' manga features:

• Full localisation of the Japanese original that was released with BBCS2 in Japan.
• Increased size and paper quality for the ultimate version of this sought-after manga.
• Chronicles the beginning of Ragna's story when he’s thrown back 100 years into the past.
• Witness Ragna's first meeting with his eventual master, Jubei and his introduction to the mysterious Celica.

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift 2 is the biggest version of BlazBlue yet, featuring:

• All the DLC characters of the console version unlocked.
• Two brand new stories for Sector Seven and The NOL Academy.
• Brand New Abyss mode allowing you to level up your character against increasingly tough opponents.
• The critically acclaimed Tutorial, Challenges and Story modes that give BlazBlue the biggest single player experience of any fighter!

You'll also get a bonus collector's chibi Ragna Keyring limited to the Manga Edition only.
The BlazBlue Continuum Shift 2 Manga Edition is limited to only 200 units and is now available for pre-order at the Arc System Works Europe store for £49.99 on 3DS

Nintendo Brings 3D Performance Via SpotPass To Nintendo 3DS

Nintendo UK has announced via press release that it’s providing a 3D performance by the world-famous Berliner Philharmoniker through Nintendo 3DS SpotPass. The video which is available via Nintendo Video shows an orchestral rehearsal of the “Russian Dance” from Igor Stravinsky’s Petrushka filmed in full 3D. The video is available for a limited time only

NINTENDO CHALLENGES KIDS TO DISCOVER THEIR OWN SUPER ABILITIES

Nintendo wants to inspire kids across North America to discover their inner superheroes with some help from the iconic Kirby™ video game character. Starting today, kids who visit http://kirby.nintendo.com/superability will be invited to create drawings and descriptions of their dream Super Abilities, taking inspiration from Kirby's Super Abilities in the new Kirby's Return to Dream Land™ game for the Wii™ system. Their imaginative creations can be submitted to Nintendo and may be featured as part of a project to aid Starlight Children's Foundation™.

Launching exclusively for the Wii console on Oct. 24, Kirby's Return to Dream Land features five new Super Abilities that are activated when the heroic Kirby inhales special enemy characters. For example, the Flare Beam Super Ability allows Kirby to deploy a ball of energy that can wipe out an entire screen's worth of foes. Visitors to the site at http://kirby.nintendo.com/superability can download a Kirby coloring sheet and come up with their own Super Ability that they would use to help others. For added inspiration, kids can visit The Stacks at http://scholastic.com/stacks and take a "What's Your Super Ability?" quiz. Participants can answer questions to determine which of the Super Abilities featured in Kirby's Return to Dream Land would suit them best.

Kids' completed Super Ability coloring sheets can be submitted via mail, email or fax. Nintendo and Scholastic will post select submissions to a virtual gallery on the Nintendo site, and some submissions will be featured at a special Oct. 27 unveiling at Miller Children's Hospital Long Beach in Long Beach, Calif., to celebrate Nintendo's sponsorship of an interactive Starlight Fun Center™ mobile entertainment unit. Patients at the hospital will also be invited to use coloring sheets to create their own Super Abilities. Both Nintendo and Scholastic are dedicated to raising awareness about Starlight by encouraging children to help others.

PROFESSOR LAYTON AND THE LAST SPECTER OVERFLOWS WITH PORTABLE PUZZLE FUN

New and experienced fans of the Professor Layton video game series don't have to wait for Halloween to discover a wealth of eerie tricks and brain-teasing treats this season. Launching today for the Nintendo DS™ family of hand-held systems, the Professor Layton and the Last Specter™ game marks an extraordinary new chapter in the fan-favorite puzzle adventure franchise, featuring a prequel storyline that invites players to help the top-hatted professor solve his very first case. Professor Layton and the Last Specter features more puzzles than any previous series installment and a bonus role-playing game called Professor Layton's London Life™ that lets fans immerse themselves in the Professor Layton universe like never before. This new game delivers hours upon hours of unique portable entertainment.

In Professor Layton and the Last Specter, distinguished scholar Hershel Layton has yet to become a world-famous master sleuth. Upon receiving a mysterious letter from an old friend, he travels to a rural town called Misthallery that's said to be haunted by a nocturnal phantom. As players progress through the story by solving a wide variety of logic, slide, picture, number and language puzzles, they'll also encounter Layton's brainy assistant, Emmy Altava, and witness his first meeting with would-be apprentice Luke Triton. The game's numerous puzzles intertwine with the storyline in clever ways and are suitable for all skill levels. Starting Oct. 23, players can also download additional puzzles by connecting their Nintendo DS system to the Internet via Nintendo® Wi-Fi Connection.

"The huge variety of puzzles in Professor Layton and the Last Specter make it not only entertaining but also a terrific value," said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America's executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. "With a bonus role-playing game that takes the experience even deeper, players can get to know Professor Layton and his universe in a fun, interactive way."

Nintendo Wii POTIONS, LAKES AND LINK'S WHIP AMONG REVEALED ELEMENTS IN THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: SKYWARD SWORD

Nintendo has revealed another set of details about the fascinating areas, items and game play in the upcoming The Legend of Zelda™: Skyward Sword game,
 Lake Floria and the Parella Tribe: Later in his quest, Link must make his way to an as-yet-undiscovered section of the Faron Woods that is home to Lake Floria. The lake is inhabited by the squid-like Parella tribe, which makes its first appearance in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword. Even when revisiting past areas like Faron Woods, players will make new discoveries and, occasionally, find drastic changes to the environment that require them to explore these areas in entirely different ways.

• Swimming: As one might expect, getting to and exploring Lake Floria requires Link to swim. The intuitive motion control of the Wii Remote Plus gives players a natural way to control Link as he swims across the lake's surface or into its watery depths.

• Insects and Potions: Throughout the game, Link travels back and forth between the surface and Skyloft. Players can collect bugs in the various areas they visit, and these insects can be used to infuse new ingredients into the variety of different potions available for purchase at the bazaar in Skyloft, giving the potions powerful new effects. Players can experiment with different potions and insects to find the concoctions that best meet their needs.

• Fun Fun Island: Also new in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword is Fun Fun Island, one of the small islands that float above the clouds near Link's hometown. As the name suggests, there's a lot of fun to be had there, but before Link can enjoy everything the island has to offer, he must find a way to fulfill the request of its lone inhabitant.

• Whip: Players can use the Wii Remote Plus to lash Link's whip at enemies and objects. The whip also can be used to grab items and is integral to solving certain puzzles. Link's items can be selected in real time without pausing the game when he is on the ground, making it easier to switch between a sword and other items.

Activision Announces "Battle of the NASCAR

Activision  announced today the "Battle of the NASCAR Kids" championship tournament is coming to Homestead-Miami Speedway the weekend of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Championship this November 19-20. Stoking the rivalries among fans, drivers and their families, Activision is finally giving kids a chance to compete for the glory as they play against one another to be crowned champion. To inform, educate and excite the millions of hungry NASCAR fanatics, the event aims to bring together NASCAR families to ultimately raise $25,000 for the NASCAR foundation.
The upcoming arcade-racing video game NASCAR Unleashed, "Battle of the NASCAR Kids" will pit the kids of NASCAR drivers against one another in a virtual championship tournament. The winner will personally deliver a check from Activision to the NASCAR Foundation for $25,000. With their dads as coaches and their moms as managers these kids will be gunning for the top slot and the honor of winning the first ever "Battle of the NASCAR Kids" competition.

CAPTAIN MORGANE AND THE GOLDEN TURTLE UK LAUNCH MOVES TO FEBRUARY 2012

Reef Entertainment and Wizarbox have announced that the UK launch of Captain Morgane and the Golden Turtle on PS3, PC, Nintendo Wii and Nintendo DS has been put back to 3 ^rd February 2012.
The reason for the reschedule came from focus group and fan feedback received during the build up to the Q4 2011 launch.
Craig Lewis, Commercial Director of Reef Entertainment said; “This is a very important launch for Reef Entertainment and we wanted to ensure that the game would meet the expectations of ‘So Blonde’ fans and new customers alike. However, following the feedback from fans and from our focus groups, we found there were a number of issues, including areas of the English voice acting, which needed to be addressed. We’ve therefore taken the decision to revise the game and as a consequence the UK launch has been rescheduled. But we’re pleased to announce that we’re on course for the Q4 2011 launch in France and Italy, with the remaining European markets following shortly afterwards. We’d like to thank everyone for their feedback and comments and we look forward to the launch in February 2012

NINTENDO DOWNLOAD HIGHLIGHTS NEW DIGITAL CONTENT FOR NINTENDO SYSTEMS - OCTOBER 13, 2011

Nintendo Video™Night of the Living Carrots Part 1 - DreamWorks Animation – B.O.B. and the gang from Monsters vs. Aliens come together on Halloween to save their town from a takeover by zombie carrots. Will B.O.B. be able to overcome his fears to save the day? (For Nintendo 3DS™)

Nintendo eShop Catrap – Catboy and Catgirl have been trapped in an underground labyrinth that's crawling with monsters. In order to reverse the curse and return to their human form, they must solve all 100 puzzles set out before them.  (For Nintendo 3DS)

WiiWare™101-in-1 Explosive Megamix – Discover 101 mind-blowing mini-games for all tastes. Whether you like puzzle games, sports games or fast-paced arcade action, you'll definitely find something to suit you. Jump in and enjoy many hours of fun. (For Wii™)

Also new this week:• Furry Legends (Nintendo eShop / Nintendo DSiWare™) 
• 1001 Blockbusters (Nintendo eShop / Nintendo DSiWare) 
• FAST: Racing League (demo version) (WiiWare)

Tales of the Abyss 3DS Screenshots

Tales of the Abyss will be released on the 14th of February in 2012. Tales of the Abyss for the Nintendo 3DS is aimed at offering mobile gamers the grand adventure that was so popular on Sony’s home console. Prepping for a 2012 release, The hook of the game lies in its active real-time battle system, allowing players to move about and give commands on the fly using the updated “Flex Range Linear Motion Battle System”. It’s a little unfortunate we don’t get this kind of evolution in other (J)RPGs within the genre, but maybe that might all change with Tales of Grace F for the Sony PlayStation 3.

Ninja Gaiden Being Developed Independently for the Wii U

Speaking with VG24/7 about their progress developing Ninja Gaiden 3 for Nintendo’s new console, Team Ninja indicated that it would not be “developed in parallel” with the Xbox 360 or PS3 versions. In fact, Peter Garza of Tecmo Koei confidently stated that the team is pushing the console “as hard as they can.”
… we really wanted to use whatever hardware we were on, we want to use to its full potential and really push that. Not just in spec, but the features that make that hardware unique. So for right now with Wii U, we’re just starting to know what Wii U is and how we can make it fun."

Some analyst says Wii U is not a 'next generation' console

Michael Pachter said in an interview published yesterday with Industry Gamers.
"The Wii U is a pretty ambitious undertaking," Pachter told Industry Gamers. "It's a new console, with new controls and architecture, but it's not quite 'next' generation. Developers have to contend with differences between the Wii U and current generation consoles, then have to figure out what to do with the controls."
According to Pachter, the Wii U will be home to "no significant third-party 'exclusives,'" and instead, will simply get games from developers that are ported from the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.
Nintendo's decision to release a new console next year is somewhat of a surprise, since the company's competitors are reportedly not planning to release new hardware until 2014--when, some believe, the true "next generation" will begin.
The issue for Nintendo is that the company's current-generation device, the Wii, is behind the curve. Although the console has sold extremely well over the years, it lacks HD graphics and the graphical sophistication to compete visually with the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. With the Wii U, Nintendo is addressing that problem with HD graphics and better internal components, but there is some fear that the device's visuals will only match those of the consoles already on the market. I know people out there don't know there more to video game then just graphic look at Angry Birds. This is just one person also alot of these so called analyst said the same about the wii and that did really well.

Activision's Wipeout 2 Hits Stores Today

Wipeout 2 returns with even more thrilling obstacles and hilarious spills. The latest installment, based on ABC's hit television series, has players testing their mettle against fresh challenges from the show's summer and winter seasons; navigating past ice, snow, foam, and more to take the prize and all the bragging rights! Fan favorites like the Sucker Punch and Big Balls are back, while brand new courses and effects guarantee plenty of surprises. Losing is part of the fun—unlike contestants on the show, massive wipeouts are enjoyed from the comfort of the living room! Once again, hosts John Anderson and John Henson narrate the out-of-control action.
"In working so closely with ABC, we've been able to make sure that the videogame series stays true to the off-the-wall nature of the show," said Nicole Armstrong, Activision Publishing. "Families will be able to get their Wipeout fix day or night with Wipeout 2."
Wipeout 2 utilizes every platform's unique capabilities! Fire off paintballs or hurl snowballs to trip up your friends as they run the course on the PlayStation®3 or Xbox 360. Use the newly revised controls of the Wii version for a more intuitive and engaging experience than ever. Pass the Nintendo DS systems around for four-player "Hot Seat" gaming or take the experience to a whole new visual plane on the Nintendo 3DS. Whichever the console, whether alone or with friends, players are sure to have a wild time! Who says this can't be tried at home?

Wipeout 2 is now available on Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS, Wii, PlayStation Move and Kinect for Xbox 360. The Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS versions are rated E for Everyone by the ESRB. The Wii, PlayStation Move and Kinect for Xbox 360 versions are rated E10+ for Everyone 10 and older by the ESRB

Gundam Nintendo 3DS coming for Christmas

Namco Bandai Games has teamed up with Nintendo to release a console designed after Char Aznable, the antagonist/anti-hero seen in the Gundam franchise. Beyond the standard accessories included with a 3DS, the game SD Gundam G Generation 3D will be included. Everyone who buys this game will receive an AR card featuring Gundam Age-1 Normal, while people who buy the bundle will get an exclusive AR card featuring Char's Zaku II Mobile Suit.
Both the game and the bundle will be released on December 22nd, with the bundle running for 21,090 yen in Japan.

Nintendo Is Releasing A Blue Wii Console In November

Nintendo UK has announced via a press release that it’s launching a blue Wii console to coincide with the release of Mario and Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games. The exclusive newly configured blue Wii will be available to purchase from 18^th November

Nintendo announces a peripheral

Nintendo today announced the next big 3DS peripheral the first official Nintendo headset for the handheld device. The device will be launching November 4th in Europe. A launch date for North America has not been announced and the devices retail cost is expected to be £24.99 with a suggested retail price of 29.99$ expected for the device upon release in North America.
The device was developed by PowerA the headset will offer features far more advanced then past handheld head sets. Like buttons for music selection the thing is with barely any MP3 capabilities what music will we use these buttons for? Another huge selling feature is full voice chat support, however with Mario Kart 7 being the first major Nintendo published title to feature online and no mention of voice chat capabilities. What good does that feature do? The only major feature that will be useful at the moment is volume control enabling you adjust the volume meaning you can use the head set like a set of headphones.

Nintendo Reveals Details About Faron Woods in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword for Wii

Faron Woods and Skyview Temple: The forest is the first location Link visits after leaving Skyloft, an island world suspended high in the sky. The people of Skyloft have never been to the surface, so this stage marks a strange new experience for Link. Traversing the forest leads him to Skyview Temple, where Zelda may be held.
-- Dashing: By holding down the A Button, players can make Link run faster and grant him acrobatic abilities, such as the ability to briefly run up a sheer wall to grab onto a cliff. Dashing uses up some of Link's endurance, which replenishes itself over time once Link stops running. Certain powerful attacks, like the spin attack, also use up endurance. When all of Link's endurance is used up, his movement is slowed dramatically for a few moments.
-- Dowsing: Fi, the spirit of the powerful Goddess Sword and Link's guide, informs Link that he can use the sword to search for things through dowsing. In dowsing mode, when Link holds out his sword, the sword will beep and provide visual feedback when pointed in the direction of the intended target. This technique can be used to search for many objects and characters in the game. In Faron Woods, Link uses it to search for Zelda, guiding him to Skyview Temple, where Zelda's aura can be detected.
-- Kikwi Tribe: The Kikwis are cute, fuzzy creatures that Link encounters while exploring the forest, resembling a kiwi fruit in animal form. Link can search for the Kikwis in the forest using dowsing. In return, they will help him on his search for Zelda.
-- Slingshot: This is one of the first items that Link receives in the game. While it's not very powerful, it can be used to stun enemies and activate objects in the environment. As with many items in the game, players aim the slingshot by moving the Wii Remote(TM) Plus.

Nintendo preparing a Leaf Green 3DS for Luigi’s Mansion 2?

you can see, the listing has an image of the Monster Hunter 3G 3DS we saw earlier tonight, but that could have been quickly mocked up after the announcement. We also see what looks like Slider Pad support for Luigi's Mansion 2. All rumor right now, but believable at that."

Dead Space Heading To Wii U?

A  job listing over at Visceral Games Montreal suggests that the developers are preparing a new Dead Space game for an unannounced platform. We’ve already had Dead Space: Extraction on Wii so it’s certainly likely that we could see a new addition to the franchise on Nintendo’s forthcoming Wii U. Would you like a brand new Dead Space game?

the legend of zelda skyward-sword Faron Woods

This gameplay that takes place in the Faron Woods, where Link must defend some helpless forest creatures against a monster invasion. Viewers should note that one of the forest creatures very much resembles a small Deku Tree.

Nintendo Tour Bus tops in Livonia, Mich. for a holiday preview

Nintendo Holiday Tour spent its day-long stop showing off some of the video game company’s most anticipated releases in the coming months.

Directed first to the Wii console, Representative Janine provided a demonstration of the special body movement controls that highlighted The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, expected to be released in November.

Also demonstrated on the Wii was Kirby, who stars in the October 24-slated Kirby’s Return to Dream Land. It will be the second titular game for the little puff of pink this season, also appearing in the Nintendo DS game Kirby Mass Attack, which was released on September 19.

The Nintendo 3DS games were the final draw of the day, with Tetris: Axis receiving a draw of high interest thanks to the inclusion of special game options such as “Fever” and “Survival,” the latter of which involves the columns rising up every time a row fails to be eliminated. Throw in “Mario Kart 7” and “Professor Layton and the Last Specter,” and the 3DS consoles remain a top draw thanks to new color tones like Cosmo Black and Flame Red.

Those with Wii preferences, however, are sure to be comforted by holiday bargains when the Nintendo Selects series releases several classics at lower prices such as $19.99.

Continuing its tour eastward, the Nintendo Holiday bus can only anticipate ongoing turnout and buy-ups as the season inches closer and closer, and fans can take the time to find out what they consider to be the perfect purchases through participation

Nintendo 3DS: Soon Available In Ice White And Misty Pink

The Ice White model is set to hit the Japanese market on November 3rd for ¥15,000. That’s two weeks after the Misty Pink version launches. Nintendo has yet to announce these new models for the US

Cartoon Network: Punch Time Explosion XL Coming This Holiday From Crave Games

Crave Games,  today announced the holiday release of Cartoon Network: Punch Time Explosion XL for PlayStation(R)3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft(R) and the Wii(TM) system from Nintendo. To play the game prior to release, look for it at this year's New York City Comic Con, taking place at the Javits Center, October 13-16.
Building off the success of Cartoon Network: Punch Time Explosion on the Nintendo 3DS, the fast-paced console fighting game features iconic locations and an all-star cast of fan-favorites recruited from Cartoon Network's most popular television series including: Ben 10, Samurai Jack, Johnny Bravo, The Powerpuff Girls and Dexter's Laboratory. The all-new brawler video game with 26 playable characters, including eight new characters, gives players the power to duke it out with their friends for cartoon supremacy. A great gift for kids and adults wanting to step into the shoes of their beloved cartoon characters both new and old, Cartoon Network: Punch Time Explosion XL will explode onto the home consoles this holiday season.

Apple Co-Founder Steve Jobs DEAD AT 56

Steve Jobs -- the mega-genius who co-founded Apple Inc. -- has died he "died peacefully today surrounded by his family" .... the Apple mogul's family said in a statement. Apple has released a statement ... reading, "Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being.

Those of us who have been fortunate enough to know and work with Steve have lost a dear friend and an inspiring mentor. Steve leaves behind a company that only he could have built, and his spirit will forever be the foundation of Apple."

Tekken For Wii U Is Still In Pre-Production

Tekken series producer Katsuhiro Harada has told an audience in France that Tekken for Wii U is still in pre-production. Apparently the project is being managed by a separate team devoted to checking out new technology, who’re currently evaluating Nintendo’s forthcoming console. Sounds as though we’ve got quite a wait ahead of us

Nintendo sued by UltimatePointer over the Wii, TechCrunch reports

Nintendo  was recently sued by a company called ThinkOptics over the Wii, and TechCrunch reports that UltimatePointer is also set to sue. UltimatePointer claims Nintendo knew its products were infringing a patent titled "Easily Deployable Interactive Direct-Pointing System and Presentation Control System and Calibration Method Therefor" before the patent was officially issued.

WWE All Stars on 3DS

Coming November sees wrestling mania coming to Nintendo’s 3DS as WWE All Stars goes three dimensional. I didn’t think Hulk Hogan was still in the business but by the looks of the trailer below he still happily dones his spandex and grapples with other men. Awesome.

WWE All Stars is available on 3DS from 25th November.

The Official Monster Hunter Tri G Box Art For Nintendo 3DS

Capcom has shown off the official box art for the Monster Hunter Tri G on the Nintendo 3DS. The game has yet to be confirmed for a Western release but should be out in Japan on December 10, 2011.