~Thread Updated!~
I gotta say, Penguin Patrol (a recently released DSiWare/e-Shop downloadable) is pretty fun.
The main objective is to collect a certain number of penguins and then make it to the goal, two optional objectives give you the task of saving all the penguins in one level and clearing all ice & penguins in a level (each one you complete earns you a star). It's very simple in the beginning and it shouldn't be too hard to make it past most of the levels if you're not aiming for a 3 star rating, but around level 30 (out of 75) the difficulty starts to increase and it becomes more challenging.
The controls are good (you could play with one hand, since you only need the d-pad), the music is nice (though there are only 2 or 3 tracks, so you'll be hearing them a lot), and the levels are well made (you'll be thankful for the undo button once you reach later stages).
I recommend checking it out if you're looking for a good simple puzzle game. The low price makes it even more inviting.
Release Date: Apr 5, 2012
No. of Players:1 player
Category: Puzzles, Strategy
Publisher:Grab, LLC
Price: 1.99
(The graphical styIe and gameplay reminds me of ice gyms from the Pokemon series)
@Gamingclone & GameboyTroy
:o Would you guys really want to see me make a Wii-U version of this thread? I've been thinking about making 3DS and Wii-U related threads for E3, so I haven't put much thought into making another Info Thread (plus I've been focusing on keeping this one updated). But I wouldn't mind making one for Wii-U if people want it.
@Djmaster214
You probably already have your answer thanks to Kaze and GamerEye, but I'll throw my answer out anyway:
Press up or down on the d-pad while you're in a level to switch 3D views. Up on the d-pad is the default 3D view, pressing down will switch to the "extended-depth" view. (which is supposed to make it easier to feel the depth of the 3D visuals)
@El_Zo1212o
It's confirmed that Link and Zero Suit Samus costumes will be in the game for your customizable character, you'll unlock them by beating the tutorial mode.
In japan there was a demo release for this game that lets you sample vs mode against the CPU, local multiplayer mode, and a tutorial mode using four generals. The coolest thing about this demo is that it links to the final game. Each time you play the demo, you'll get points which will unlock bonuses in the final game.
And here is the japanese launch trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NATU2yudiQk
No word on a localization yet, but thanks to the Nintendo costumes we may hear something at E3.
@nintendofreak_2
Posting that video here is fine with me, I also think a video like that could use its own topic. I'm sure others would like to see it.
From what I've seen this game is looking good. I had the original version on my Gameboy Color and I ejoyed it, but I think I only made it half way through before getting stuck, so I hope this new version comes over.
~Game Updates~
This week's e-Shop releases have been added to page 1.
Etrian Odyssey IV (page 1) and Disney Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion (page 4) have been added to the thread.
The Mario Tennis Open section has been moved to page 1, new details and 1 new trailer have also been added.
I removed specific spoilers from the Kingdom Hearts 3D section.
Spirit Camera: The Cursed Memoir and Circle Pad Pro are available now, that means their sections have been removed from the thread, but you can find all their info below.
~Other News~
Sega x Capcom x Namco Bandai game revealed as SRPG called Project X Zone (Project Cross Zone):
"Project X Zone is a strategy RPG featuring characters from the three makers. According to Sinobi, which gets Famitsu in advance, the characters, in general, team up in pairs for fighting scenes."
Characters are listed here in their pairings:
Capcom: Ryu & Ken (Street Fighter 0), X and Zero (Mega Man), Demitri and Dante (Darkstalkers and Devil May Cry), Chris and Jill (Resident Evil)
Sega: Shinguji Sakura and Ogami Ichiro (Sakura Wars), Pai and Akira (Virtua Fighter), Kurt and Riela (Valkyria Chronicles), Ulala and Touma (Space Channel 5 and Shining Force EXA)
Namco Bandai: Sanger Somvold (Super Robot Wars), Jin and Ling Xiaoyu (Tekken), Kos-Mos and T-elos (Xenosaga), Yurie and Estel (Tales of Vesperia), Kaito and Black Rose (.hack)
"The character list is not final. There will be other characters besides the initial announcement, including hidden characters."
"A first trailer for the game will be shown later this month."
SOURCES:
http://andriasang.com/con0lk/project_cross_zone_details/
http://andriasang.com/con0lq/project_x_zone_interview/
Pokemon Conquest shall conquer North America on June 18th:
"Pokémon Conquest, set to launch on June 18, offers a fun new way to play Pokémon in a unique world called Ransei that is filled with adventure. Developed by TECMO KOEI GAMES Co., Ltd., the 2D game can also be played on the Nintendo 3DS system.
In Pokémon Conquest, players take on the role of a young Warlord who is linked with a Pokémon. Together, they must set out to recruit Warrior allies to strengthen their growing kingdom. Along their journey, players will encounter a variety of Pokémon, as well as Warriors and Warlords inspired by the Japanese feudal era. The game contains nearly 200 Pokémon, including many from the recent Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version games, which have sold more than 4 million copies combined in the United States.
As the battlefield unfolds in Pokémon Conquest, players must choose the correct Pokémon type to inflict maximum damage on their opponents. In the turn-based skirmishes, players choose different tactics for intense six-on-six battles, and battle conditions can change on every turn, keeping players on their toes in anticipation of what will happen next." - Official Press Release
North American Announcement Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUiXhqgNeKU
Pokemon Conquest Intro Movie: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUiXhqgNeKU
SOURCE:
http://gonintendo.com/?mode=viewstory&id=174892
Fire Emblem: Awakening - DLC Details:
In Japan Fire Emblem: Awakening's first round of download content lets you play as the cIassic Fire Emblem character Marth. Clear the map, and you'll be able to make Marth a party member. The DLC will be available April 19th and will eventually be sold for 300 yen ($2-$3), but it'll be free until May 31st.
In a Iwata Asks column the developers talk about the decision to add DLC:
"Genki Yokota, director on the Nintendo side of the project, revealed that the topic of download content came up towards the end of the project when development was nearing completion. It was a bit tight in terms of scheduling, so instead of the producer saying "Let's add download content," he said something closer to "So, should we add download content?"
Due to how late the request arrived, they weren't able to do things like remove passages from the main game or make adjustments to passages in the game. This may not have been a problem, as Iwata noted that one concern when making a game compatible with download content is that you have to make sure you have enough built into the main game so that you absolutely will not hear criticism that the game is too lacking in content for those who don't buy the DLC.
Kohei Maeda, director on the Intelligent Systems side of the project, said that they're currently in the process of making the download content, and they will keep on making more from here on out.
Elsewhere in the interview, the staff discussed some of the game's non-paid download content. Players will receive a "Spot Pass Team" on a nearly daily basis. This team will consist of characters made in the image of past Fire Emblem characters. You'll be able to fight them, make them into allies, and so-forth. You can expect to receive around 120 teams through Spot Pass." - Andriasang.com
SOURCES:
http://andriasang.com/con0ks/fire_emblem_marth/
http://andriasang.com/con0hv/fire_emblem_dlc/
1up.com pulls a Wub-tastic 3DS April fools day joke:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uleS0i4Kgx4
Go Samus! Go Samus!
Zombie Panic in Wonderland headed to the Nintendo e-Shop:
"Zombie Panic in Wonderland 3DS
- Akaoni Studios confirms development of Zombie Panic in Wonderland for 3DS eShop
- development just started
- currently have 2 different ideas: revamp Zombie Panic in Wonderland + or do something involving new gameplay"
SOURCE:
http://gonintendo.com/?mode=viewstory&id=175567
~Now At Retail~
Spirit Camera: The Cursed Memoir
INFO:
- A spin-off of the Fatal Frame series, developed by Nintendo and TECMO KOEI GAMES
- Spirit Camera: The Cursed Memoir invites players to experience supernatural thrills they won't soon forget
- Uses the built-in camera functions and augmented-reality features of the Nintendo 3DS system
- The storyline involves a girl named Maya who has been hiding in the darkness of an old house, cursed by a malevolent woman in black
- To free Maya from the curse, players must use the "diary of faces", which is a 16-page AR notebook included with the game
- Use the diary to view ghostly images and interact with the world Maya is trapped in
- The 3DS system becomes the Camera Obscura in players' hands and is capable of revealing the supernatural and dispelling evil spirits
- The lines between reality and fiction blur in this chilling horror adventure
PICS:
VIDS:
(Youtube) Teaser Trailer
(Youtube) Look at this notebook - Short Flim
(Youtube) Launch Trailer
Circle Pad Pro
PRICE: 1,500 yen ($20 - GameStop Exclusive in the US)
POWER SOURCE: 1 AAA Battery (Lasts 480 hours per AAA battery)
FEATURES: 1 Slide Pad, R1 button, R2 and L2 triggers
RELEASE DATE:
Available in NA, EU and JP now
Games announced with Circle Pad Pro support:
- Kid Icarus: Uprising
- Monster Hunter Tri G
- Resident Evil: Revelations
- Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D
- Dynasty Warriors Versus
- Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance
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