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July NPD numbers

Console sales figures for the month of July 2009 are in, from the NPD Group. July 2009 (US) Nintendo DS - 538,900 Nintendo Wii - 252,500 RRoD 360 - 202,900 PSP - 122,800 PS3 - 121,800 The software chart makes for some good reading too. Wii Sports Resort (Wii) - 508,200 NCAA FOOTBALL 10 (360) - 376,500 NCAA FOOTBALL 10 (PS3) - 237,400 Wii Fit - 164,300 Mario Kart Wii (Wii) -... read more

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Scooby Doo: First Frights new screenshots

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Scooby Doo First Frights

Jinkies, some new details on Scooby Doo: First Frights have unraveled. The game is based on an upcoming CGI film which takes us back to a time where Scooby is younger and the Mystery Inc gang are tackling their first case. First Frights lets you play as any character you choose, be it Scooby, Shaggy, or any other team member. A co-op mode is also featured, letting a friend join you to solve puzzles, collect clues... read more

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Slot Car Racing and Phantasy Star

Today doesn't seem like a particularly inspiring day for WiiWare in PAL regions of the world. Family Slot Car Racing (WiiWare) 3-2-1, Rattle Battle (WiiWare) Phantasy Star (Master System) The Family series doesn't have a reputation for setting the gaming scene on fire, I'm guessing Slot Car Racing won't either. Flipnote Studio is out on DSiWare though.... read more

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Brave: A Warrior's Tale new screenshots

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Spyborgs webisode 1

The first animated "webisode" promoting Spyborgs on Wii has been released. A joint venture between Capcom and S4 Studios, it seems a series of these will be put up on the game's official website. We also have a few new screenshots on the Spyborgs page.... read more

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Frogger Returns new screenshots

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Spyborgs new screenshots

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Flipnote Studio free on DSi

Nintendo DSi owners who are interested in creating and watching animations can now download Flipnote Studio for free through DSiWare. The software created by Nintendo features a simple interface where users can create basic "flip pad" style animations, as well as the ability to add sounds through the microphone. These animations can be shared between local players over Wi-Fi, or over the Internet via a service... read more

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Super Mario Chess set

Introducing the new Super Mario Chess Set, being created by USAopoly (nice name) this Fall at a recommended retail price of $44.99. Now I like chess as much as the next guy, but this set seems as though it could be complicated to use. It also features some questionable character choices for the pieces... Luigi is queen? Wouldn't goombas make better pawns? I don't know, but Nintendo Monopoly seems like a... read more

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No More Heroes Desperate Struggle details

A piece in the latest EDGE magazine spills out some new details on the notorious Suda51's latest game, No More Heroes: Desperate Struggle. Travis' motorbike, the Schpeltiger, handles better and is twice as long. The schoolgirl assassin is called Kimmy, her story is that she wants Travis "all to herself". After each boss battle, a 2D animation of Travis walks from one end of the screen to the other, hopping... read more

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Star Wars sequels also hitting Virtual Console

George LucasArts has confirmed that the sequels to the SNES hit Super Star Wars (released yesterday) will also be coming to the Virtual Console in future weeks. These sequels being: Super Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Super Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Both will be priced at the usual 800 Wii Points. Good times for SW fans who love the retro gaming.... read more

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No More Heroes: Desperate Struggle new screenshots

No More Heroes: Desperate Struggle screenshot

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The Three Musketeers: One for All review

Three Musketeers: One For All! for Nintendo's WiiWare was one of my highly anticipated titles. Graphically, it's akin to Viewtiful Joe with bright and detailed cel-shaded graphics. It has to be pointed out that the screens of this game that are around on the internet just don't do it justice. If you watch a trailer for it; it'll greatly change your opinion.... read more

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Ninja Captains Wii party

Publishers Nordcurrent have sent out a press release announcing a wacky new game. Running from bulls in Spain, racing gondolas in Venice, sledging down snowy mountains in Antarctica, and battling a gigantic robot mouse in New York city are just a few of the wacky activities you perform in this fun party game. Ninja Captains not only offers 20 unique games that are both fun and challenging, but the Wii... read more

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Samurai Warriors 3 new screenshots

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NyxQuest and Star Wars

The force is strong with Virtual Console today, and WiiWare isn't looking too bad either. NyxQuest: Kindred Spirits (WiiWare) Rock N' Roll Climber (WiiWare) Super Star Wars (SNES) NyxQuest was formerly known as Icarian, in case you're unaware. Are you satisfied with this week's offerings? More on Friday with the PAL region releases.... read more

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Monster Hunter 3 boosts Wii sales

Over in Japan, the release of Monster Hunter 3 has given Wii console sales a real shot in the arm. The game, which achieved a perfect 40/40 score in Famitsu magazine, sold 520,000 units in its first two days of being available. July 27th - August 2nd (2009) Nintendo Wii - 95,357 Nintendo DS - 85,737 Sony PSP - 33,049 Sony PS3 - 8,760 MS Xbox 360 - 3,552 ... read more

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Tumblepop tumbling onto WiiWare

SnapDragon Games, the team behind the.. seminal.. Karate Phants: Gloves of Glory are working on another WiiWare title. Tumblepop is originally an arcade game published by Data East. Gameplay has a kind of Ghostbusters / Luigi's Mansion vibe where players suck clowns and ghosts into a vacuum cleaner. It looks pretty bizarre to me, but it can't be worse than the phants.... read more

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Bonsai Barber and Shinobi

Europeans can download two new games as of this morning, looks like rumors of Virtual Console dying have been exaggerated. Bonsai Barber (WiiWare) Revenge of Shinobi (Genesis) More on Monday with the US releases. Have a shiny weekend.... read more