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Out This Week: March 17, 2014
ign.com posted by IGN Mar 17 2014 19:00 GMT in Xbox 360 News
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inFamous: Second Son, Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes, the HD remaster of Final Fantasy X and more will hit store shelves this week.
Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars dev talks sales, no definite Wii U/3DS plans, but Chaos Reborn could come over
nintendolife.com posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:59 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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A portion of a Nintendo Life interview with developer Julian Gollop...

Nintendo Life: Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars was one of the undisputed gems of the 3DS launch lineup. Were you happy with the critical and commercial performance of the title?

Julian Gollop: I was very happy with the critical reception for GRSW, given the tight deadlines we had and the limitations of the Nintendo dev kits until shortly before the launch of the console. It was the second highest rated launch title for the 3DS on Metacritic, which is no small achievement. The commercial performance was not so good, largely because the launch of the 3DS was underwhelming, and only corrected by a price drop some time later.

NL: Do you have plans for any other 3DS titles — retail or download?

Julian Gollop: No, although I would have loved to have continued working on the 3DS. I have always loved the Nintendo handhelds ever since I got my Gameboy in 1989, and I am glad the 3DS is now doing really well.

NL: Rebelstar Tactical Command is another Nintendo title of yours, and follows on from one of your earlier hits, Rebelstar Raiders. What was it like working on the Game Boy Advance? Have you ever considered making the game available on the 3DS?

Julian Gollop: Working on the Game Boy Advance was great — although very challenging for our relatively complex little strategy game. We never quite got the frame rate fast enough, but the game was playable. I am quite proud of what we achieved, and it was made in 8 months with no previous experience developing on the GBA. I have never considered making it available for the 3DS though — Namco, the publisher, holds the rights. We did start work on a sequel which was originally destined for the DS, but Namco wanted to change platform to PSP and the project never got off the ground.

NL: What are your thoughts on the Wii U? Are you working on anything for that platform at the moment?

Julian Gollop: I was a great fan of the Wii, but I am less sure about the Wii U, although I would like to see it do well. I don't have any plans to do anything for it right now, but that could change.

NL: Do you have any plans to bring Chaos Reborn to the Wii U or 3DS eShop?

Julian Gollop: Not at the moment, but if the game is successful, then it may become possible.
Arrow of Laputa: A Shadowless Teacher and the Key of Chiron announced for 3DS
gematsu.com posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:52 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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- coming from ArtePiazza
- sequel to a DS game called Arrow of Laputa
- due out on March 26 in Japan for 500 ye
New Release - Part II of Majora's Mask: Waiting for the Dawn EP
gonintendo.com posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:41 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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Part II introduces new artist Reven into the fold as she and Rozen tackle the more sensitive side of Majora’s Mask. A contrast to the first half, the sweeping melodies of Part II dwell on the heart-wrenching scene of Kafei’s return to Anju and their decision to stay in Clock Town no matter the outcome. Fans of the game will recognize snippets of several themes from the series as the piece builds to its awaited conclusion: the end of the world…or the dawn of a new day.

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The Famous "Wall Of Death" Stunt Looks Just As Crazy In GTA V
watchlist.kotaku.com posted by Kotaku Mar 17 2014 18:00 GMT in Grand Theft Auto V
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Sometimes people question if GTA has broken physics that allow some of the crazy stunts we see, but this stunt has actually been done in real life.Read more...
Wooden Sen'SeY slated for April or May release
ntower.de posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:26 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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@Shortiloe Still no fixed date, but it's coming! It's for April or May ^^

— Neko Entertainment (@NekoEnt) March 17, 2014
Kinect Sports Rivals Producer Defends Kinect
ign.com posted by IGN Mar 17 2014 18:25 GMT in Xbox 360 News
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Producer believes the device is essential for the evolution of gaming.
Nnooo talks escapeVektor's future, eShop design opinion and more
nintendoeverything.com posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:22 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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A portion of a NE interview with Nic Watt of Nnooo...

NE: escapeVektor was originally planned as the first part of a larger series. Are there still any plans to develop a sequel? How well did the 3DS/Vita versions perform?

NW: The ideas of the other games are still there and we would love to return to the series. I think if we did we would have to address how to make them more marketable and less abstract so as to attract a wider audience. Each game in the series is very well thought out already so you never know what the future might bring!

NE: What are your thoughts on the current Nintendo eShop? Does it give indie games enough visibility?

NW: I think the eShop, like most digital store fronts is satisfactory. The way Nintendo highlight and group products as well as changing them on a weekly basis is definitely better than most digital stores. However I think that we are in a transition state where previously physical stores would be nice places to visit with big displays of popular content and then aisles of older content grouped by genre or category.

I used to love spending time in music stores and the way Virgin and HMV in the UK used to group and highlight content was amazing. They had a main area of their store dedicated to the most popular content and then other areas with more niche content. But even in the niche areas they would spend time having displays of cool Titles/artists/albums within that niche so that if you liked say Radiohead and went to the indie rock section of the store they might be highlighting bands similar to them.
Personally I would love to spend time designing a better store front which allows users to spend an enjoyable time browsing the content in these online stores. I think that currently the platform holders don’t realize they are the new Virgins and HMVs of this world. They don’t spend enough time on design and layouts to be proud of their store, making them great experiences for the consumer.

So if anyone at Nintendo wants an extra designer with some ideas I’d love to help!
Thomas Was Alone, Unit 13 free on PlayStation Plus this week
blog.us.playstation.com posted by Joystiq Mar 17 2014 19:00 GMT in PlayStation Vita
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Sony expands its Instant Game Collection this week with Thomas Was Alone and Unit 13, which will be released as free downloads for PlayStation Plus subscribers starting tomorrow.

Mike Bithell's Thomas Was Alone, available for both the PlayStation 3 and PS Vita, takes a gang of quadrilateral shapes through a series of puzzle-platforming levels bridged by clever narration. The PlayStation Vita-exclusive Unit 13 serves up tactical third-person shooter action, debuting in 2012 as SOCOM series developer Zipper Interactive's swan song.

Both games will be released as free downloads for Plus members after the PlayStation Store updates tomorrow evening. Thomas Was Alone is a Cross-Buy release, and Plus subscribers will receive both the PS3 and Vita versions with tomorrow's update.

[Image: Mike Bithell]
Professor Layton Vs. Ace Attorney - AU boxart
t.co posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:18 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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Professor Layton vs Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney launches 29th March. Check out the packshot! pic.twitter.com/8TrX3NKY5E

— Nintendo AU NZ (@NintendoAUNZ) March 17, 2014
SEGA sends out a Happy St. Patrick's Day message from Sonic
t.co posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:17 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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Happy St. Patrick's Day! pic.twitter.com/QswJzYrWbG

— Sonic the Hedgehog (@sonic_hedgehog) March 17, 2014
Watch_Dogs' AUS reclassification explained
kotaku.com.au posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:15 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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Coming from a Australian Classification Board report...

“The game contains references to sexual violence that cannot be accommodated in the MA15+ classification category, which states that “sexual violence, implied or otherwise, is not permitted. (One character inspects the women, feeling her breasts and “spreading her legs” before pulling a nearby character into a room, where the presumption is — as shown by a later scene — that she is then sexually abused.) ...The room is set up with video cameras and filming equipment and as the male moves away from the bed several blood spots are visible on the bed sheets. On-screen text identifies the woman as a nineteen year old, Romanian immigrant.”

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Amazon Instant Video hits Wii u in Germany
gonintendo.com posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:11 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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OH WOW....finally!!! #AmazonInstantVideo , The first Video streaming service on #WiiU for Germany, is now available!! pic.twitter.com/7XxZS4WO8D

— NiNTENDOMiNATiON (@TiLMEN) March 17, 2014
Abyss - another Wii U screen
t.co posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:10 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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Abyss WiiU new screenshot!!! pic.twitter.com/G4U4jJlUF6

— EnjoyUp (@enjoyupgames) March 17, 2014
Japan - Nintendo dropping original Wii U Premium bundle
gonintendo.com posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:08 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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NCL is calling it quits on the original Premium Wii U. Wii Sports Club one is the new standard. (via @playeressence) http://t.co/fyJTvPI3vQ

— Daan Koopman (@NintenDaan) March 17, 2014
Warner Bros. sells 1.6 million LEGO games since 2013
mcvuk.com posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:07 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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Coming from an MCV UK interview...

“Since the start of 2013, WBIE has sold 1.6m LEGO games. LEGO is currently the second biggest game franchise in 2014 year-to-date, in terms of units sold, with 420,200 units. Another strong week could see the LEGO game franchise take the number one franchise spot." - Spencer Crossley, sales and marketing director UK at Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment
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999: The Novel Now Available
gonintendo.com posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:01 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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March 17, 2014 Torrance, CA – Aksys Games is pleased to announce 999: The Novel (also known as Zero Escape: 9 Hours, 9 Persons, 9 Doors The Novel) for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad is now available on the App Store for $4.99! 999: The Novel is a thrilling choose your own path story from acclaimed writer Kotaro Uchikoshi that takes readers on a suspense-filled journey full of danger, terrifying choices, and unexpected twists toward a variety of endings that may or may not see them coming out alive on the other side.

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Renegade Kid - official Facebook page open
gonintendo.com posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 18:00 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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Hey look! We have a Facebook page. Please like it, if you like us! :) https://t.co/GZ6AZNTln8

— Renegade Kid (@RenegadeKidLLC) March 17, 2014
XCOM creator's Chaos Reborn aiming for spring 2015
joystiq.com posted by Joystiq Mar 17 2014 18:30 GMT in XCOM
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Julian Gollop, the creator of the 1994 PC and Amiga strategy game X-COM: UFO Defense, launched a Kickstarter campaign this week for his next trek in the turn-based genre, Chaos Reborn. An update to one of his other classics, Chaos: The Battle of Wizards, Chaos Reborn will have players customizing and leveling-up wizards before entering a battle arena with up to five others. Gollop is seeking $180,000 by April 17 to fund the game's production, and is expecting to launch it on PC, Mac and Linux by spring 2015.

The game was first announced in November 2012 and was later detailed in January. Joystiq went hands-on with a prototype version of Chaos Reborn earlier this month, discussing the game with Gollop in a special Twitch livestream. Those that pledge at least $20 to the crowdfunding campaign will receive a digital copy of the strategy game, and backers will receive the multiplayer prototype version within two to three months of the campaign's conclusion. [Image: Julian Gollop]
Star Trek: TNG, Firefly Graphic Novels, Watch Dogs, Titanfall
amzn.to posted by Kotaku Mar 17 2014 17:15 GMT in Gaming News
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Time to boldly pay less than any man one has paid before. The first five remastered seasons of Star Trek: The Next Generation on blu-ray are all discounted today, hitting some of their lowest prices so far. It's going to be a long long time before these sets ever become what we consider cheap, so grab them while they're within reach. [Amazon]Read more...
Why New Video Games Still Cost $60
kotaku.com posted by Kotaku Mar 17 2014 17:20 GMT in Steam
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Call of Duty vs. Battlefield. Disney Infinity vs. Skylanders. Every year, intense marketing battles happen over which games will dominate certain categories. Why don't publishers like EA or Activision do what marketplace competitors do in other areas do and simply undercut the price? Read more...
Ultra Street Fighter 4 Final Mega Character Reveal
capcom-unity.com posted by Rock, Paper, Shotgun Mar 17 2014 18:00 GMT in PC Gaming News
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Capcom has insisted that this trailer is the final character reveal for Ultra Street Fighter 4, but how can we trust a company that released Street Fighter 2 seventeen times (Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix is a thing that exists) with any sort of claim of finality? I’m hitting ‘post’ on this, but the minute I do I expect a Special Massive Mega Character Reveal Trailer Remix to arrive, and I’ll have to do a Quantumly Entangled Awesome Excellent Fistbump post in response. Then on and on and on. The trailer introduces Decapre, one of Bison’s henchman, and an apparently new character to control.

… [visit site to read more]

15 Coolest Weapons in Final Fantasy
ign.com posted by IGN Mar 17 2014 18:00 GMT in Final Fantasy IV
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The Final Fantasy franchise is known for its flashy weaponry. Come see if your favorite weapon made the list.
Ghost Recon Online Renamed for Launch
ign.com posted by IGN Mar 17 2014 17:58 GMT in PC Gaming News
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In April, Ghost Recon Online's open beta will close and launch under a new name.
3DS eShop - A handful of EU sales
espal3ds.com posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 17:53 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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Nano Assault EX (€ 7.49 until April 10, normally 9.99 €)
Art of Balance TOUCH! (€ 5.20 until April 10, normally € 6.99)
Jett Rocket II: The Wrath of Taikai (€ 6.70 until April 10, normally € 8.99)
Mutant Mudds (€ 5.99 until April 3, normally 8.99 €)
Angry Bunnies (4.85 € until April 17, normally € 6.49)
Fishdom H2O: Hidden Odyssey (€ 3.74 until April 17, normally € 4.99)
My Exotic Farm (€ 6.99 permanently)
Decapre Reveal Trailer
ign.com posted by IGN Mar 17 2014 17:53 GMT in Xbox 360 News
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The fifth and final character is revealed at last. Say hello to Decapre!
Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty - new content to be revealed in 2 days
t.co posted by GoNintendo Mar 17 2014 17:49 GMT in Nintendo Stuff
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See more of Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty in just 48 HOURS! http://t.co/qh40fTcejj pic.twitter.com/BkLE0bx65V

— Oddworld Inhabitants (@OddworldInc) March 17, 2014
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