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Metroid Prime Hunters 2 may happen on DS
Metroid Prime Hunters 2, a DS sequel to the well-received original Metroid Prime Hunters, is a definite possibility according to a new interview with Metroid lead Kensuke Tanabe in Official Nintendo Magazine.
While he didn’t exactly say a new game is coming, he did speak possitively about the possibilities, albeit in broad terms.
“We are always planning to make new games in the Metroid Prime series,” he said. “Depending on the timing and the situation, we cannot deny the possibility of realizing it on the DS or DSi.”
Tanabe has also stated in the past that he’d like to make another multiplayer focused Metroid game ala Metroid Prime Hunters.
At the very least, this seems to suggest that Nintendo is thinking about where to take the series outside of the upcoming Team Ninja-developed Metroid: Other M for Wii. A game I can’t WAIT to play.
Personally I’m a huge Metroid fan and currently playing through Metroid Prime 2 (review forthcoming). For more information on the past Metroid games see my following reviews:
1. Metroid Review
2. Metroid: Zero Mission Review
3. Metroid 2: Return of Samus Review
4. Super Metroid Review
5. Metroid Prime Review
6. Metroid Prime 3: Corruption Review
7. Metroid Trilogy Review
8. Metroid Prime Pinball Review
Via 1UP
No comments »Lufia 2 DS remake or reimagining underway
Lufia 2 is coming to the DS as “Estpolis: The Land Cursed by the Gods”, which is a new game in the Lufia series which is called Estpolis Denki in Japanese.
The game is a re-imagining of Lufia 2 but features many changes and enhancements. The model for Selena will be polygonal this time, the world is in 3D and the game will include voice-overs. It will also be an action RPG, which is a first for the franchise.
In Japan it will be released on February 25, 2010.
The game was revealed in the Japanese Famitsu magazine with the following features as quoted by NeoGAFer Rpgmonkey:
* It was a request by SE.
* It’s in no way a port.
* It’s different from a remake; the story, characters, and world-view have been reconstructed.
* The Wave Device is (a) key, the world is different from the SNES version.
* It’s still like a Lufia game.
* The bottom screen is only used for changing characters.
* The D-Pad is more central than the stylus.
* It’s programmed so bosses take up both screens.
* While the bosses are difficult, a guide isn’t needed (I think that’s what he said…).
* Action game players will be satisfied, but it’s fine for those who aren’t good at action games as well.
* The elements are a growth of the RPG (you’ll be hurt if you waste time).
* The scenario is based on II, and there are parts where the lines are the same as II’s, but it’s basically been completely rewritten.
* The number of places like towns that will be in the game is different from I and II.
* There are also elements we tried to add for the fans of the series so far.
* You can figure out hidden setups within the puzzles.
* They’re bringing back music from I and II.
* The sound quality has been improved without tampering with the melody line.
* The main staff from the original version are making it.
* They’re keeping things like “xxx of Magic” and “Magical xxx” as they are since back then (I think they’re talking about treasures/items or something?).
Via NeoGAF, Silicon Era
Sonic Classic Collection discovered for DS
A new Sonic compilation has been revealed for DS called Sonic Classic Collection. This was revealed via the Australian ratings board (the BBFC).
The game will include a few of the classic Genesis Sonic titles which have been re-released on other platforms but not for the DS up until now.
Included in the collection is:
* Sonic the Hedgehog
* Sonic the Hedgehog 2
* Sonic the Hedghot 3
* Sonic & Knuckles
* - Knuckles in Sonic the Hedgehog 2
* - Knuckles in Sonic the Hedgehog 3
It will also include some extras such as a video for Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood, a History of Sonic video and a Sonic art gallery.
Via GoNintendo
Digimon Story: Lost Evolution and Dragon Ball DS 2 Assault! Red Ribbon Army revealed for DS by Namco Bandai
Namco Bandai had been getting fans hyped up for what was imagined to be a big reveal on a classic RPG that they would be reviving.
A countdown clock on their web-site was counting down to the big moment and the words read “That RPG will return”.
So what RPG is returning . . . well according to Japanese blogs, it seems that the “big reveal” is . . . a new DS Digimon game. Called Digimon Story: Lost Evolution, an RPG for the DS. It’s scheduled for release in Japan in 2010.
Not exactly what everyone was hoping for . . . they were thinking more along the lines of a new Baten Kaitos or maybe even a new Xenosaga game.
Also announced is Dragon Ball DS 2 Assault! Red Ribbon Army, a sequel to Dragon Ball DS is scheduled to ship on February 11, 2010.
Via Silicon Era
Lego Rock Band DS cheats for unlockable bands
Lego Rock Band for the DS is the newest entry in the Rock Band series. Cheats for the game to unlock additional bands are listed below.
UNLOCKABLE GUEST ARTIST BANDS
To unlock the following artists for use in your own bands you need to complete the following songs listed below in the Tour Mode. Doing so will unlock the following artist that you can put into your own band.
Here is the list of bands and how to unlock them.
1. Blur - Beat “Song 2″ in Tour.
2. David Bowie - Beat “Let’s Dance” in Tour.
3. Iggy Pop - Beat “The Passenger” in Tour.
4. Queen - Beat “We Are The Champions” in Tour.
Final Fantasy 4 wallpaper
Welcome to our Final Fantasy IV wallpapers page!
Final Fantasy 4 is remade on the DS in 3D and re-introduces what Americans knew as “Final Fantasy II” to a whole new generation. Here we will post images that you can use as desktop wallpapers, both official and otherwise. We will add to this list as we find cool new wallpapers for the game.
To download to your PC computer: Right click on the Image. Select “Set as Background Image.”
To download to your Mac computer: Click Image to Download to Desktop. Go to Apple Menu > System Preferences. Click Desktop & Screen Saver. Click “Choose Folder…”.
Below you can find the rest of the Final Fantasy 4 wallpapers.
Click on each thumbnail for the wallpaper size image to pop up.
Final Fantasy 3 wallpaper
Welcome to our Final Fantasy III wallpapers page!
The third game in the series wasn’t originally released outside Japan. It finally came as an upgraded 3D version for the DS. Here we will post images that you can use as desktop wallpapers, both official and otherwise. We will add to this list as we find cool new wallpapers for the game.
To download to your PC computer: Right click on the Image. Select “Set as Background Image.”
To download to your Mac computer: Click Image to Download to Desktop. Go to Apple Menu > System Preferences. Click Desktop & Screen Saver. Click “Choose Folder…”.
Below you can find the rest of the Final Fantasy 3 wallpapers.
Click on each thumbnail for the wallpaper size image to pop up.
Hotel Dusk 2: Last Window coming to DS in Japan on January 2010
Nintendo has quietly announced Hotel Dusk 2 for DS.
It is the sequel to Hotel Dusk: Room 215 which was a highly acclaimed adventure game that fans have long been waiting for a sequel to. Now they will finally get it!
Sadly (to some), it’s not Hotel Dusk 2 Wii but rather is a DS-exclusive follow-up. It will be released in Japan on January 14, 2010 and has yet to be announced for release outside the Land of the Rising Sun.
It is being developed by CING, the same company that made the first game, so you know it should be just as good. It also features a story that is set in Los Angeles in America during the 1980s. The Japanese name of the game is “Last Window -Mayonaka no Yakusoku-”, it doesn’t yet have an English title.
Via NeoGAF
New video game releases week 46, 2009
Here’s the list of this week’s game releases. Hold on to your wallets, because you’re thrown in one of the best gaming weeks of the year! The most popular games are: Assassin’s Creed II (Xbox 360, PS3), New Super Mario Bros. Wii (Wii), Left 4 Dead 2 (PC, Xbox 360), The Sims 3: World Adventures Expansion (PC, Mac), LEGO Indiana Jones 2: The Adventure Continues (Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, PS2, PSP, PC, DS), Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles (Wii), God of War Collection (PS3), Little Big Planet (PSP), Assassin’s Creed II: Discovery (DS, iPhone) and Assassin’s Creed: Bloodlines (PSP). On the downloadable games front we’ve got today’s Wii Shop and DSiWare titles Pokemon Rumble, Indiana Jones’ Greatest Adventures, Street Fighter II’: Champion Edition, Art Style: Digidrive, Arcade Bowling, Robot Rescue. Followed by Diner Dash and Gyromancer on Xbox Live Arcade (updates Wednesday). Then there’s Peggle and Peggle Nights on PlayStation Network (updates Thursday). No word yet on any GameTap Gold games (updates Thursday).
Monday:
Arcade Bowling - $2 (DSi Shop)
Art Style: Digidrive - $5 (DSi Shop)
Indiana Jones’ Greatest Adventures - $8 (Wii Shop)
New Super Mario Bros. Wii (Wii)
Pokemon Rumble - $15 (Wii Shop)
Robot Rescue - $2 (DSi Shop)
Street Fighter II’: Champion Edition - $7 (Wii Shop)
The Sims 3: World Adventures Expansion (PC, Mac)
Tuesday:
Assassin’s Creed II (Xbox 360, PS3)
Assassin’s Creed II: Discovery (DS, iPhone)
Assassin’s Creed: Bloodlines (PSP)
Bermuda Triangle: Saving the Coral (DS, Wii)
Chaotic: Shadow Warriors (Xbox 360, DS, PS3)
God of War Collection (PS3)
Hands On! Tangrams (DS)
Hot Wheels: Battle Force 5 (DS, Wii)
Imagine: Artist (DS)
Jambo! Safari Animal Rescue (Wii)
JumpStart Escape from Adventure Island (Wii)
Just Dance (Wii)
Kamen Rider Dragon Knight (Wii)
LEGO Indiana Jones 2: The Adventure Continues (Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, PS2, PSP, PC, DS)
Left 4 Dead 2 (PC/Steam, Xbox 360)
Little Big Planet (PSP)
My Hero: Doctor (DS)
My Hero: Firefighter (DS)
NCAA Basketball 10 (Xbox 360, PS3)
Petz Dogz Talent Show (DS)
Planet 51 (PS3, Xbox 360, DS)
Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles (Wii)
Scene It? Bright Lights! Big Screen! (Xbox 360, Wii)
Stoked: Big Air Edition (Xbox 360)
The Princes and the Frog (Wii, PC, DS)
Tony Hawk: Ride (Wii, Xbox 360, PS3)
Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s Tagforce 4 (PSP)
Wednesday:
Diner Dash - $10 (Xbox Live Arcade)
Gyromancer - $15 (Xbox Live Arcade)
Thursday:
Peggle - $10 (PlayStation Network)
Peggle Nights - $5 (PlayStation Network)
On Wii Shop and DSiWare today: Pokemon Rumble, Indiana Jones’ Greatest Adventures, Street Fighter II’: Champion Edition, Art Style: Digidrive, Arcade Bowling, Robot Rescue
Nintendo downloads this week: On WiiWare you’ll find a brand new Pokémon adventure in Pokemon Rumble, visitors to the Wii Shop Channel this week will also find a pair of classic Virtual Console games – one offering irresistible action with the iconic Indiana Jones series, the other featuring the timeless thrills of Capcom’s Street Fighter series. Meanwhile, Nintendo DSiWare users can visit the Nintendo DSi Shop to discover an eye-popping new Art Style game, a fun, arcade-style bowling title and a robot-themed logic game, all available for easy download and playable anytime, anywhere on the hand-held Nintendo DSi system. New this week are WiiWare game demos, which you’ll find in the WiiWare section of the Wii Shop Channel by searching for “Demo”.
Nintendo has now added these new/classic games to the Wii Shop Channel and Nintendo DSi Shop. The games go live at 9AM Pacific time. Users with a high-speed Internet connection can redeem Wii Points or Nintendo DSi Points to download the games. Wii Points can be purchased in the Wii Shop Channel. Nintendo DSi Points can be purchased in the Nintendo DSi Shop. A Nintendo Points Card can be purchased at retail locations or Amazon (see Card on the right).
Where available, we’ve included videos of each of today’s games. Either for nostalgia’s sake or so you can see if any new game is to your taste.
This week’s new WiiWare game is:
Pokémon Rumble
Publisher: Nintendo
Players: 1-4
ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older) – Mild Cartoon Violence
Price: 1,500 Wii Points
Description: Available exclusively for the WiiWare service, Pokémon Rumble is an action game in which you control Toy Pokémon (referred to as “Pokémon”) and take on wave after wave of other Pokémon in a variety of stages. You can befriend some of the defeated Pokémon along the way, which lets you add them to your collection and grants you the ability to use them in battle. Switch between collected Pokémon at any time, taking advantage of the fact that the amount of damage you deal depends on the type of move used and the type of Pokémon hit. Be the last one standing to gain the right to compete in the Battle Royale and test your skills against many Pokémon at once. You can also team up with three people for some multiplayer action (additional Wii Remote controllers required), working together to take down tough Bosses and earning points that can be used toward recruiting or training Pokémon. You can even save your favorite Pokémon to your Wii Remote controller for exchanges with friends. Combining beautiful cel-shaded graphics and exciting game-play features, this is one rumble you won’t want to miss. Note that a demo version of Pokémon Rumble is also available for zero Wii Points.
Anyone who joins Club Nintendo – or is already a member – will have the opportunity to unlock an exclusive Toy Pokémon character that can be used in the game. Simply connect your Wii Shop Channel account to your new or existing Club Nintendo account, use Wii Points to download Pokémon Rumble and watch for an e-mail containing a special password that lets you access the character in the game. More information about this offer can be found at the Pokemon Rumble registration info page. The offer is available only through April 30, 2010.
This week’s new Virtual Console games are:
Indiana Jones’ Greatest Adventures
Original platform: Super NES
Publisher: LucasArts
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older) – Mild Violence
Price: 800 Wii Points
Description: Grab your trusty whip and slash your way through all three Indy classics in this no-thrills-barred adventure. If it happened in the movies, it happens here: the giant boulder from Raiders of the Lost Ark, the mine-cart chase from Temple of Doom, the three trials from Last Crusade, Rene Belloq and Colonel Vogel – it’s three times the action, all in one fully loaded game.
Street Fighter II’: Champion Edition
Original platform: TurboGrafx16
Publisher: Capcom
Players: 1-2
ESRB Rating: T (Teen) – Mild Blood, Violence
Price: 700 Wii Points
Description: This is the classic PCEngine (TurboGrafx16) version of the two-player fighting game that started it all. At the time, a large capacity HuCARD was used to allow faithful recreation of the dynamic arcade game and its features, including bonus stages and sound effects. In the game, players select one of 12 characters and face opponents in a no-holds-barred battle to decide the top fighter. Master a character’s special moves and combos to defeat your rivals around the world. In “V.S. BATTLE” mode, there’s a convenient handicap feature. Using this feature to adjust a character’s performance, a novice player can be evenly matched against a seasoned player to enjoy an intense, head-to-head combat experience.
This week’s new DSiWare games are:
Art Style: DIGIDRIVE
Publisher: Nintendo
Players: 1-2
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 500 Nintendo DSi Points
Description: It’s traffic control with a twist as you try to direct identical cars down the same road in Art Style: DIGIDRIVE. This constantly moving puzzle game combines an easily understood playing field (an intersection) and a simple goal (create fuel), challenging you to properly guide a never-ending stream of cars. Stack similar cars five deep to create some fuel, then use that fuel to continue your progress in the game. Play in ENDLESS mode to see how long you can last, or compete against the computer or a human opponent in VS mode. Use combos to your advantage and see if your reflexes can handle the intensity of Overdrive mode. When all is said and done, you may never look at gridlock quite the same way again.
Arcade Bowling
Publisher: Skyworks Interactive
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 200 Nintendo DSi Points
Description: From Skyworks comes another addictively classic game, Arcade Bowling. It was designed by video game legend David Crane, one of the original founders of Activision and one of the most critically acclaimed game designers of all time. In the tradition of everyone’s favorite Boardwalk bowling game, use your stylus and steady aim to flick “laser” balls down the alley and up the ramp into the scoring holes. The farther away the scoring hole is, the more points you’ll get. Arcade Bowling features three futuristic sound tracks, state-of-the-art 3-D graphics and two addictive game modes, Classic and Progressive. In Classic Mode, roll up to nine balls to score as many points as you can. In Progressive Mode, enjoy multiple levels of game play with increasing score plateaus and bonus targets. Here’s a review of the same game on iPhone:
Robot Rescue
Publisher: Teyon
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) – Comic Mischief
Price: 200 Nintendo DSi Points
Description: Robot Rescue is a fun logic game based on a simple but entertaining concept. Your mission is to free robots trapped in 45 evil computer labyrinths while avoiding deadly traps. Sound easy? Not so fast. Each robot shares linked controls, so when you move one, you move them all. It will take clever planning and nerves of steel to pull off this electronic escape. You’ll need to avoid many traps, such as mines or electrical circuits, and take advantage of special elements like glue stains. Choose one of three difficulty levels and get ready for a challenge.
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