Nintendo Wii U and 3DS news at Wii's World

La-Mulana new screenshots

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September 4th, 2012
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La-Mulana is coming to WiiWare

Sooner than you thought

Good news for action platformer fans. After a lot of uncertainty with cancellations and such like, a press release from Nigoro confirms that La-Mulana will, after all, be coming to WiiWare in the US and Europe. The game had originally lost its publisher, but EnjoyUp Games stepped in to save the... read more

September 4th, 2012
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WWE 13 new screenshots

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September 4th, 2012
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Wii U price and date leaked?

The truth is out there

This should be considered a rumor at the moment, but an online website called Video Product Distributors has added some Wii U information to its website detailing some Wii U bundles - complete with dates and prices: VPD listings WIIU SYSTEM - GM - 11/11/12 $249.99 WIIU SYSTEM W/ - GM - 11/11/12... read more

September 4th, 2012
Rob Jones
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The Cave coming to Wii U

GOTYAY?

Ron Gilbert, the well known game designer behind the first two Monkey Island adventure titles, is bringing his new downloadable game called The Cave onto Wii U in early 2013. It features three main characters who are stuck in a mysterious labyrinth and they must solve puzzles to get out. Here's a... read more

September 4th, 2012
Rob Jones
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Wii U Experience video (Denver)

Smiles all round

The Wii U Experience tour rolled into Denver, where members of Club Nintendo got to try their hands at some of the games that will be available early in the console's life. The responses are glowingly positive, but then this video is taken from Big N's official YouTube channel. Featured games New... read more

September 3rd, 2012
Rob Jones
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Toki Tori 2 level editor

Let's get creative

Just a small tidbit of info for those of us who are excited for Toki Tori 2. According to Two Tribes' twitter stream earlier today, a level editor is being created specifically for the Wii U. This means if it goes to plan, users could create and share puzzles with each other. "Today, the 1st draft Wii U... read more

September 3rd, 2012
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ZombiU gameplay video

Don't say the Z word

Upcoming Wii U action-horror title ZombiU made its debut appearance at PAX recently, Ubisoft has now gone ahead and released game footage onto the Internet. This video is a little on the gory side with zombie heads getting stomped and beaten with cricket bats, so if you're young or squeamish don't press... read more

September 3rd, 2012
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Darksiders II new screenshots

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September 3rd, 2012
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First Wii U accessories revealed

Who buys some of these things?

A company called Atomic Accessories is set to brave the waters and be among the first to manufacture peripherals for Nintendo's Wii U console. The initial lineup consists of the usual suspects - a variety of cases, stands, chargers and styluses (styli?). Take a look and see if there's anything you'd pick... read more

August 31st, 2012
Rob Jones
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Street Fighter anniversary

Go Ryu, it's y'birthday

Here's a nice piece of news to make some of you feel old (ok, me too): the Street Fighter franchise just celebrated its 25th birthday. On August 30th, 1987, the first Street Fighter game was released in Japanese arcades. It wasn't a huge success like its sequel, but did show early snippets of what was to... read more

August 31st, 2012
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Nintendo Gamer magazine to close

Times are changin'

The video gaming print media is about to lose another magazine, as Future Publishing has announced Nintendo Gamer will cease to be. The independent UK-based mag has been around in various guises since 1992, originally sporting the name "Super Play". The last issue goes on sale next week (number 80), it... read more

August 31st, 2012
Rob Jones
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Prof Layton's Miracle Mask due in Oct

Another puzzle solved

It's been confirmed that 3DS puzzler Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask will be released in both North America and Europe during the month of October. This new entry in the popular series will offer up 150 new puzzles, with a further 365 to be downloaded on a daily basis. Professor Layton and the... read more

August 31st, 2012
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Mario Warfare on YouTube

Bob-ombs away

What do you get when you cross Super Mario with the Call of Duty franchise? Mario Warfare is what, and YouTube users beatdownboogie give us a taste of what it's all about with this new trailer. The Mushroom Kingdom is under attack, who will man up to save it? What are the odds it'll be better than the... read more

August 31st, 2012
Rob Jones
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New Super Mario Bros 2 review

In Mario's case, is greed that good?

When Nintendo came out with the New Super Mario Bros. series, the mix of old-school 2D Mario gameplay and modern CG style graphics ended up becoming a success beyond even Nintendo's wildest expectations. Now with the launch of a brand new console on the horizon and the 3DS entering it's second year, Nintendo... read more

August 24th, 2012
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Nintendo 3DS gets supersized

90% more bigness

Much like they did with the DSi, Nintendo has revealed plans to launch a larger version of the 3DS handheld. In a Nintendo Direct video dated June 21st, the new Nintendo 3DS XL was showcased. The XL has 90% larger screens and aims to provide gamers with an even more immersive 3D experience. It comes... read more

July 26th, 2012
Rob Jones
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Let's Create Pottery next month

All it's cracked up to be

If you've ever had a passing interest in pottery or just wanted to reenact that scene from Ghost, Infinite Dreams has you covered with Let's Create Pottery, heading to WiiWare next month. Already a huge hit on Apple platforms with over 3 million downloads across 60 countries, LCP aims to simulate the fun... read more

July 13th, 2012
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Mega Man X2 hits Virtual Console

Nintendo Download for June 14th

The Virtual Console hasn't seen a lot of action in recent months, but a decent game has launched on the service across North America today. Mega Man X2 (SNES) Help X fight against the Mavericks by picking up this Capcom gem for the usual 800 Wii points.... read more

July 13th, 2012
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Capri Sun sponsored video

Make extra room in your fridge, as everybody's favorite drink Capri Sun has gone nova and reinvented itself in a new bigger package suitable for those long summer days spent out in the sunshine with friends. More refreshing than ever, The Big Pouch weighs in at an impressive 11.2 ounces, which we're assured is a record breaker in pouch-based beverages across the board. Also brand new is the noticably stylish... read more

July 13th, 2012
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Purple 3DS coming on May 20th

If you've held off on buying a 3DS in the hope that a purple one would eventually be made, your dreams are about to come true later this month. Nintendo has confirmed a Midnight Purple edition of the handheld is coming out on May 20th, with a suggested price tag of $169.99 USD (check this site for other exchange rates if you're outside the US). The purple wonder joins the other colors in making up a running total... read more