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January 9th Nintendo Download


Posted on January 9, 2014 by Jason Nason

Nintendo 3DS eShop

Chibi-Robo!: Photo Finder (Nintendo) – Rated: E

Become one of the world’s best tiny robot helpers by doing your part to open a new museum. Collect Happy Points by vaccuming, picking up trash, and helping a cast of colorful characters, and then use those Happy Points to purchase special film that lets you photograph real-world objects and transport them into the game for the museum’s displays!

Mr. Curator wants to immortalize objects from your day-to-day life, and it’s Chibi-Robo’s job to collect them! Lead Chibi-Robo on a scavenger hunt, taking photos of real-world objects with the Nintendo 3DS Camera so that he can transport them into his world for the museum’s collection. Along the way, you’ll meet eclectic characters who need Chibi Robo’s help, like a sushi-slinging squid, a high-flying super hero, and an eccentric pair of chefs. The more happiness you spread, the faster your quest for exhibits can progress. Just make sure Chibi-Robo doesn’t run out of watts. He’s a tiny robot, after all.

  • Be the best mini robo-helper you can be
  • Clean up and play games with a cast of characters
  • Use the Nintendo 3DS Camera to go on a scavenger hunt
  • Transport real-world objects into the game world by taking photos of them

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Separate Trophies Confirmed for 3DS/Wii U versions of Super Smash Bros


Posted on January 6, 2014 by Jason Nason

Super Smash Bros. director Masahiro Sakurai shared another screen shot today from the upcoming game, confirming that trophies will be different in the 3DS and Wii U versions of the game. The trophies in the 3DS version will be based on handheld games while the Wii U version will feature trophies based on home console games.

The screenshot shared today is from the 3DS and is a trophy based on The Legend of Zelda.

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January 2nd Nintendo Download


Posted on January 2, 2014 by Jason Nason

With the eShop issues last week Nintendo has reissued a lot of the releases from last week as new releases this week, with games like Dr. Luigi, Super Punch-Out!! and Mario Tennis all being treated as new releases this week. But there are a few new things this week with the most notable being the Bravely Default demo! Also Capcom has a Wii U Virtual Console title in Mega Man X2. Still no word on Pokémon Bank and Poké Transporter, both of which are listed as TBD on Nintendo.com.

Nintendo 3DS eShop

Bravely Default (Nintendo / Square Enix) – Rated: E – FREE DEMO

Square Enix’s highly acclaimed fantasy RPG is an ambitious game that bolsters its turn-based combat with a compelling new risk/reward system that RPG fans will obsess over. Explore Luxendarc as Tiz and other memorable characters on a visually stunning quest to restore balance to the world. Download the free demo and experience an exclusive side quest that is not available in the main game. The full version of Bravely Default launches for Nintendo 3DS in stores and the Nintendo eShop on Feb. 7.

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December 26th Nintendo Download


Posted on December 26, 2013 by Jason Nason

Nintendo Wii U Virtual Console

Dr. Luigi (Nintendo) – Rated: E – $14.99

Zap viruses in a falling block puzzle game featuring Dr. Luigi™! There’s a new doctor in the house! Dr. Mar—or, uh, Dr. Luigi is a new twist on this classic virus-popping puzzle game! Use new L-shaped pills in a brand new game mode and compete with players locally or online.* Drop pills the usual way, or get a second opinion with the Wii U GamePad controller. Virus Buster mode lets you position falling pill segments with the touchscreen and stylus to place them wherever you want. Use L-shaped pills carefully in the new Operation L mode or, for you die-hard Dr. Mario fans, there’s always Retro Remedy mode. Feeling better? Then sweat it out online* and see where you rank among the world’s elite Operation L and Retro Remedy mode players. Both modes feature online leaderboards.* It’s just what the doctor ordered…even if it’s a little late!

  • Celebrate the Year of Luigi with Dr. Luigi
  • New L-shaped pills make you rethink your strategy in Operation L mode
  • Use the Wii U GamePad controller’s touchscreen in Virus Buster mode
  • Relive or try out the classic-pill dropping gameplay of Retro Remedy mode
  • Compete against other players locally or online*
  • Both the Operation L and Retro Remedy modes feature online leaderboards

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Plenty of Nintendo Systems and Games on Sale this Boxing Day


Posted on December 24, 2013 by Jason Nason

Nintendo of Canada has a lot of deals going on up north here with deals on the Wii U system, bundle, Wii Mini as well as a bunch of games. The deals include Canadian both online retailers as well as in store deals. Most of the deals started tonight with the online jump on Boxing Day but can also be found in store this Thursday morning.

Take a look at the below list of deals and where you can find them. We’ve also given you a bunch of links to make your online shopping that much easier!

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December 19th Nintendo Download


Posted on December 19, 2013 by Jason Nason

Nintendo Wii U Virtual Console

Knytt Underground (Ripstone / Nifflas’ Games) – Rated: M

Knytt Underground is a unique adventure delivering zen-like gameplay, vibrant environments and dynamic characters!

The legendary Knytt series continues with Nifflas latest creation; Knytt Underground

Humans practically destroyed the planet in a war five hundred years ago and have long since abandoned the world. The remaining population called ‘sprites’ are forced to live in tunnels underground.

“Mi” (that’s you!) is a mute but extraordinary sprite who develops special powers as she embarks upon a quest to ring the six bells of fate; which if not rung every six hundred years will begin a chain reaction that will obliterate the world! With an array of thrilling quests, unique zen-like gameplay and plenty of dynamic characters to meet and guide you on your adventure – Knytt Underground™ delivers a captivating and unparalleled experience that will not disappoint! Can you ring the six bells of fate and save the world before it’s too late? Download today and begin your journey through this vibrant and enchanted underground world!

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Rosalina Joins Super Smash Bros. and Mario Kart 8


Posted on December 18, 2013 by Jason Nason

Rosalina, who was introduced in the wildly enjoyable Super Mario Galaxy games for Wii, will be a playable character, accompanied by her starry friend, Luma when Super Smash Bros. launches on the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS in 2014. Not only that but she will also be playable in Mario Kart 8.

I am personally thrilled at the addition and am glad that Nintendo keeps revealling new playable characters for Super Smash Bros. There can never be enough characters to battle it out with and I am also hoping that there are plans to release even more as DLC after the games release. I don’t care if they are paid or free add on characters. The more the better!

New playable characters in Mario Kart 8 include Rosalina as well as various “Baby” Nintendo characters, like Baby Mario, Baby Luigi, Baby Peach and Baby Daisy. New course settings shown in a new gameplay video include an airport, the desert and high in the clouds, and vehicles including UFOs, four-wheel ATV buggies, standard karts as well as bikes.

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Move Over Mario, Dr. Luigi is in the Office


Posted on December 18, 2013 by Jason Nason

Nintendo is continuing The Year of Luigi with another title featuring everyone’s favourite brother. Nintendo is following up the WiiWare title Dr. Mario with a new game in the Wii U eShop in Dr. Luigi.

Much like in the previous game, players will be challenged to line up color-coded pills to destroy viruses. Unlike in the previous game where you were given small two-tone pills, the capsules in Dr. Luigi are, of course, L-shaped. In the last game during multiplayer when you chained a combo by clearing pills you would send “junk” into your opponents screen. This time the game will actually randomize your opponents next capsule at the last second, forcing them to make some last minute changes.

The game will come with a Dr. Mario mode, Wii U GamePad compatibility and online play. Dr. Luigi launches exclusively in the Nintendo Wii U eShop on December 31st for $14.99.

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NES Gets Remixed


Posted on December 18, 2013 by Jason Nason

What do you get when you put Link in the middle of the original Donkey Kong? What if you take a level of the original Super Mario Bros. and play it in shadows? Or how about flipping the level so that you run to the left? That’s the idea behind NES Remix, a new downloadable title on the Wii U eShop which takes sixteen classic NES games and gives you a whole new experience.

Select parts from 16 classic NES games have been remixed with new challenges. Get Mario to the goal pole while the level blinks out. Defeat an enemy within a certain time limit. Play a level of Excitebike and knock over a specific number of rivals. It’s amazing how something so small and seeminly simple in concept can be such an exciting idea.

NES Remix also includes Miiverse compatibility, so players can share their level times and collect 8-bit stamps. NES Remix is now available in the Nintendo Wii U eShop for $14.99.

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More Details for Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze


Posted on December 18, 2013 by Jason Nason

Not too long ago Nintendo announced that Cranky Kong would join Diddy and Dixie as playable companion characters for Donkey Kong in the Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze. Many seemed to be somewhat underwhelmed when that was the only news that Nintendo let slip at the VGX Awards, but when is the news of a new playable character not great news for an established franchise? Potential new characters for Super Smash Bros. are always top of mind for many people so this news was good news.

Cranky Kong has been around as a background character since the beginning and now that he is getting into the fray he brings with his own set of special moves that allow him to bounce off enemies and obstacles using his cane. Not only that but a new feature in the game allows players, who collect 100 bananas in a stage, to execute a new move called the KONG-Pow, which turns all enemies on the screen into items.

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Nintendo Unveils Hyrule Warriors


Posted on December 18, 2013 by Jason Nason

Nintendo made a surprise announcement this morning at their Nintendo Direct with the unveiling of a brand new adventure which combines The Legend of Zelda and the style of Tecmo Koei’s Dynasty Warrior franchise. The new action game, which Nintendo president Satoru Iwata confirmed is not considered the next Zelda game, is being developed by Tecmo Koei and is slated for a 2014 release on the Wii U.

The game is tentatively titled Hyrule Warriors, though that name could change as the game is still in development.

Take a look at a teaser trailer for the new game below.

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Nintendo Direct Coming Tomorrow Morning


Posted on December 17, 2013 by Jason Nason

Nintendo sent out notice today that there will be a new Nintendo Direct being broadcast online on Wednesday morning at 9am ET. This new Direct will share information focusing on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS software launching through spring 2014.

Could there be any information about the upcoming Wii U and 3DS Super Smash Bros. games? Perhaps some more details to get gamers excited about the upcoming Bravely Default game.

There are multiple titles already announced for the spring and beyond. These games include The Lego Movie (WiiU/3DS) from WB Games, Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games (Wii U) from SEGA, Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy (3DS) from Level 5, Mario Kart 8 (Wii U) from Nintendo, Yoshi’s New Island (3DS) from Nintendo and of course Bayonetta 2 (Wii U) from Platinum Games.

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Club Nintendo Rewards – December 2013


Posted on December 13, 2013 by Jason Nason

The month of December has brought even colder temperatures and four new classic downloadable game rewards for Club Nintendo members, including Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels.

The game is one of two Virtual Console titles that are available for the Nintendo Wii/Wii U, the other is Balloon Fight. The two other games for the Nintendo 3DS include Virtual Console title Mario’s Picross and DSiWare title Starship Defense. All four titles are available until January 12th, 2014.

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November 12th Nintendo Download


Posted on December 12, 2013 by Jason Nason

Nintendo Wii U Virtual Console

RUSH (Two Tribes) – Rated: E

RUSH is the third and last of the Two Tribes classics to arrive on Nintendo eShop. Other games in this range include 2D puzzle platformer Toki Tori and retro inspired platformer EDGE. In RUSH’s fully three dimensional levels, players need to guide cubes to color coded exit points using Conveyor belts, Warps, Stops Signs, Splits and more! The game can be easily controlled with the stylus on your Wii U GamePad allowing your brain to fully focus on the solutions!
Off-TV gameplay supported, Unique 3D puzzle solving gameplay with Conveyor Belts, Warps, Stop Signs, Splits and more; Over 70 levels of increasing difficulty; Hint system, when your brain needs a break; Drag and Drop stylus control system; Highly stylized environments

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Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze Set for Feb 21st Release


Posted on December 9, 2013 by Jason Nason

Nintendo confirmed the release date of Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze at Saturday’s VGX event while also confirming a new playable character. The game is set to be released for the Wii U on February 21st with Cranky Kong the newest playable character.

The hosts of the awards show tried to pry for more information out of Nintendo at the event, including the ask if another Metroid game was in the works, but no other information was revealed. Take a look below at more details.

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