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News: Yoga for Wii Stretches Out
But slowly, to avoid pulling a muscle
Publisher JoWood may be best known for adventure games like the Sam & Max Collection and Agatha Christie titles - the latest of which they've just announced for DS - but they're taking a step into the expanding world of fitness gaming with the launch of Yoga for Wii. Vienna, Austria, October 20th 2009; The world’s first 100% Yoga gaming experience is to..
News: New DSi and Wii Remote Colors Announced
Nintendo adds a bit of color to the holiday shopping season.
For those gamers who've been wishing for new DSi colors to be released in North America, it looks like your wish is about to come true. Not only is Nintendo bringing out two brand new DSi system colors, but they're also bringing an all-new black Wii Remote and Nunchuk to go along with it. You can check out a snippet of information from..
News: Metroid Prime: Trilogy Now Available for Wii
Acclaimed first-person adventure series gets updated Wii Remote controls.
Metroid Prime Trilogy hits North American store shelves today and now is your chance to experience these amazing classics again, two of them with completely updated Wii motion controls and 480p presentation.You can check out the official press release below for more information and a taste of what you can expect from this..
News: Konami and Hudson To Build The Tower of Shadow On Wii
It's a working title, apparently.
The title may not be nailed down quite yet, but we know this much: Hudson's new game, The Tower of Shadow (working title), is going to be published by Konami. It's a platformer where you climb some huge tower for mysterious reasons. Oh, and you're a shadow. Somehow. It's all in progress, really.Check out the press release below. Remember, this could all change at..
News: Wii Sports Resort Already Sold Over 500K Units In North America
Not bad for nine days on sale.
I haven't picked up Wii Sports Resort yet, but based on figures released by Nintendo today, certainly a lot of you did.Between the game's release on July 26 and August 3, a whopping nine days, the sequel to the most significant pack-in game this side of Tetris managed to sell more than half a million units.To put it in perspective against other titles in the Wii..
News: Monster Hunter 3 Formally Announced For US, EU
Slated for early 2010.
Just released in Japan, Capcom's Monster Hunter 3 Tri is set to tear up the homeland in a big, big way. So when do the rest of us get a chance at hacking away at a swarm of giant ants?Looks like North America and Europe will be able to get in on the action sometime in early 2010, Capcom announced today. We all knew it was coming, but now it's official and, well, still kinda..
News: Wii Sports Resort Tropical Escape
Play Nintendo's newest Wii release in a tropical setting.
Nintendo of America is kicking off a series of events across the US to celebrate the release of their brand new Wii release Wii Sports Resort.You can check out all of the details along with a complete schedule of the various events below. Sounds like a lot of fun for those who reside in these areas. On July 26, Nintendo invites everyone to..
News: Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 Takes to the Field in Autumn
What new features and updates are planned? Read on!
Although the Pro Evolution Soccer games have lost major ground to EA Sport's juggernaut FIFA franchise in recent years, Konami's flagship sporting series has shown remarkable form when turning out for Nintendo's Wii, with 2008 and last year's 2009 release showing off some pretty moves. The only real downside has been the long wait between the..
News: The Munchables Ships to Retailers
Namco-Bandai's new Wii title hits North American store shelves tomorrow.
We've just received word that Namco-Bandai's new Wii title The Munchables has just shipped to North American retailers. That means the game should be on store shelves by tomorrow morning.The game looks to continue to wacky tradition of the Katamari Damacy series with it's over-the-top visual flare and zany musical score. Of..
News: Tecmo Announces Family Fun Football for Wii
Party in the end zone with friends and family.
Tecmo has just announced their brand new Family Fun Football title for Nintendo's Wii console. If you're looking for Tecmo Bowl, you've come to the wrong place with Family Fun Football. This game has animals, aliens, and robots and isn't your typical pigskin experience.Below is the official press release for the game that provides a little insight into..
News: It's My Birthday: Casual Gaming Hits a New Low
It's my party and I'll cry if I want to
The 'casual gaming' debate is likely to flare up again with the confirmation that 2K Games is planning to release It's My Birthday for the Nintendo Wii in June of this year.Best described as a 'Birthday party simulator', this title is being billed as a 'party in a box', with support for up to 12 different brats.Now call us old fashioned, but surely the appeal..
News: Gun-shaped Wiimote Announced
Soon you can play all your games gangsta-style
Peripherals! Between the Wii Wheel, Balance Board, Perfect Shot and those useless plastic bits you snap onto the Wiimote to make playing Wii Sports even more embarrassing in front of a crowd, Nintendo's casual-friendly console can't seem to get enough.For those big into lightgun games and that arcade feeling, or if you want to pretend to shoot Pikmin..
News: Mini Ninjas Set To Invade DS and Wii
Hitman developer trains assassins of diminutive stature
IO Interactive – the studio behind the best-selling Hitman series of video games – has allowed its latest venture to spring from the shadows. Mini Ninjas is a cute-looking action title that features – yes, you’ve guessed it – vertically-challenged ninjas.It marks something of a radical departure for IO; the company has gained its..
