Nintendo whips out censor hammer in Metroid Prime Trilogy over D word
Filed in External News, August 31, 2009, 10:51 pmNintendo’s gone and censored the D word in Metroid Prime 3 Trilogy. That’s right, the D word. This was found in the first heavy dialogue voice overs for the Wii version, making people wonder why the sudden sensitivity against it. Dayum.
If you listen closely, you’ll hear Admiral Dane in the new version saying, “No! They’re targeting the planetary-defense system.” In the original, “Damn” can be heard loud and proud in the place of “No.”
Check it out yourself.
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Square Enix’s FF-clad TGS lineup revealed
Filed in External News, , 10:06 pm
Another major gaming event coming up – the Tokyo Game Show is prepping to get its game on this year. Publishers are starting to whip out their lineups for the said event, and today’s lineup comes from Square Enix. To No surprise at all, they’ll be taking a very FF-clad lineup to TGS 2009.
- The Four Light Warriors: Final Fantasy Gaiden (DS)
- Dissidia: Final Fantasy Universal Tuning (PSP)
- Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers (Wii)
- Final Fantasy XIII (PS3)
- Kingdom Hearts: Birth By Sleep (PSP)
- Front Mission Evolved (PS3 / Xbox 360)
- Dragon Quest IX (DS)
- Final Fantasy IV: The After Years (WiiWare)
- Final Fantasy XIV (PS3 / PC)
- Final Fantasy XI: Vandiel Collection 2 (PS2 / Xbox 360 / PC)
- Lord of Vermillion II (Arcade)
- Dragon Quest Monster Battle Road II (Mobile)
- Dragon Quest More Mysterious Dungeon (Mobile)
- Secret of Mana (Mobile)
- Kingdom Hearts Coded (Mobile)
will be playable in the booth
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Jade Raymond now head of Ubisoft Toronto
Filed in External News, , 5:06 pm
Assassin’s Creed producer and Ubisoft’s very own cutie Jade Raymond has just moved up the ranks now that she’s been promoted to head of the new Ubisoft Toronto studio.
She will be working under Yannis Mallat, who is CEO to both the new Toronto Studio, as well as the one in Montreal. Jade Raymond will be in charge of a new studio, focusing on “AAA games and new intellectual properties.” Right now, she’s still busy with Ezio and “other Ubisoft projects,” according to the announcement.
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LostWinds Sequel Finally Sees Light of Day
Filed in External News, , 6:12 amIf you’ve been reading WiiBlog for awhile then you know of my love for LostWinds. If you don’t know of my platonic love for the WiiWare game, then check out my very first WiiBlog review. It’s been awhile since we’ve seen or heard anything regarding LostWinds. I was almost worried that Frontier had given up [...]
Mario Goes ‘Prima Donna’ At Video Shoot
Filed in External News, , 5:53 amOh, we all know Mario is a douche bag. One we still love though. But how big of a douche is he? Just watch this video and look for yourselves.
Microsoft Not Admitting Nintendo Wii Was Reason Behind Natal
Filed in External News, , 5:45 amWhile there are many factors that have led to the current state of Nintendo Wii domination in the consumer world, new and engaging ways to play video games is one of the main reasons. Pushing buttons and moving analog sticks? Why do that when I can make motions myself? With people who are new to [...]
On Shelves This Week: August 30 – September 5, 2009
Filed in External News, August 30, 2009, 11:48 pm
We’ve got an even spread of game releases for this week’s batch of On Shelves games, including a couple of downloadable ones. Big for handhelds this week would be Capcom’s and Namco Bandai’s brawler offerings on the PSP, Fate/Unlimited Codes (available via PSN) and Soul Calibur: Broken Destiny, respectively.
Get ready to make more rockin’ music too with the release of Guitar Hero 5 across all platforms, as well as a couple more casual games to stave off that boredom. Ready? Get rollin. Full list of game releases this week below.
Champions Online – This MMO features The Champions, a group of superheroes tasked to protect the Millennium City. Out to launch their crusade for peace, security and justice, they’re calling for more allies to defend the city against evildoers. It features a wide variety of character options, ensuring that total customization, as well as real-time combat and the graphically detailed Champions universe.
Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 Commander’s Challenge – With 50 unique challenges, there ought to be at least one that you pass with flying colors. But let’s not limit ourselves to just one. After all, that will be such an embarrassment given that you have been chosen as a member of one of the most elite armies, taking on the toughest commanders.
- Xbox 360, PS3 – August 31, 2009
- ESRB Teen
- Electronic Arts
Cruise Ship Vacation Games – It’s the ultimate cruise vacation fun you’ll have, with many game offerings, such as Casino games, 10 mini0games, and more.
- Wii -September 1, 2009
- ESRB Everyone
- US 19.99
- Activision
Defense Grid: The Awakening – Yes, it’s a tower defense game, this one specifically designed for the Xbox Live Arcade. Up to four players are given the opportunity to hack, slash and smash their way through the lush, hand-drawn landscapes of up to 20 defense environments.
- Xbox 360 (XBLA) – September 2, 2009
- ESRB Everyone 10
- Hidden Path Entertainment
Emergency Room: Real Life Rescues – And here we’ve got another medical-simulation game for the DS. If saving lives inside the emergency room is not your cup of tea, then maybe ambulance-action is what suits you more. Be the first on the scene as a paramedic and stabilize the patient until you reach the hospital. They better be not DOA. (This one’s weird. It’s been on Shelves for three weeks now).
Fate/Unlimited Codes – The visual novel graces the PSP with this game version of Fate/Stay Night. Visit Japan and its local towns as seven pairs of Masters and Servants compete for the Holy Grail, possession of which will grant them any wish. It’s a brawlfest at its finest, definitely.
- PSP (PSN) – September 3, 2009
- ESRB Teen
- Capcom
Gears of War 2 GoTY Edition – The GoTY Edition will be carrying ALL of the downloadable content previously offered for the game. They’ve got that all that covered with “The All Fronts Collection,” which adds 19 maps, and the “Road to Run,” which provides for the extra campaign scene.
- Xbox 360 – September 1, 2009
- ESRB Mature
- US 36.99
- Microsoft
Guitar Hero 5 – More rockin’ and rollin’ are coming your way from Activision for their newest music simulating game, Guitar Hero 5.
- Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, PS2 – September 1, 2009
- ESRB Teen
- Activision
Luxor - Puzzle action in a fast-paced environment leads you to confront the goddess Isis out to annihilate Ancient Egypt and its famous mystical lands. Colored spheres sure are pretty, but they’re deadly, and it’s up to you to make sure that they do not succeed in overwhelming the palaces, fields and skies of Egypt by shooting at them.
- iPhone – August 31, 2009
- ESRB Everyone
- Mumbo Jumbo
Mini Ninjas – He may be small but he’s got the moves. Hiro, the ninja, will bring you to an awesome ninja adventure as you train to battle a magical army of an evil Samurai. Learn Kuji and use them well and you just might find yourself strong and able enough to reach the final confrontation with the Evil Samurai in his Fortress of Doom.
- Xbox 360 (XBL), PS3, Wii, DS, PC – September 1, 2009
- ESRB Everyone 10
- Eidos Interactive
Muramasa: The Demon Blade – It’s the Genroku era and the place is ruled by the skilled shogun Tsunayoshi Tokogawa. It is, however, not a time of peace, and Tokogawa’s greed for power is only getting stronger. He is after the Demon Blade, and it is up to you to make sure he does not lay his hands on it.
- Wii – September 3, 2009
- ESRB Teen
- US 46.99
- Ignition Entertainment
NBA 2K10: Draft Combine – It’s a DL title, alright, which allows fans to custom-create their favorite players down to the smallest detail. Begin their careers on-court and experience what it’s like to go through the Draft process.
- PS3 – September 3, 2009
- ESRB Everyone
- US
- 2K Sports
Pinball Hall of Fame – The Williams Collection – Perfect for that “whiling-away-the-time” moments, this version of the classic pinball game graces your modern consoles with its old school entertainment.
Section 8 – You’re a part of the super elite squad, who, oddly, has this fascination with suicide missions no other army infantry would dare take.
Soul Calibur: Broken Destiny – challenging single-player modes, head-to-head multiplayer and gorgeous visuals are what awaits any fighting game fan in this offering from Namco Bandai.
- PSP – September 1, 2009
- ESRB
- US 38.99
- Namco Bandai
Wii Homebrew: Wii Game Studio
Filed in External News, , 9:11 pm
Wii homebrew developer Robert Dixon has emailed us to let us know that he has now released his latest project, Wii Game Studio. It’s a code-free easy tool for developing Wii homebrew.
Do take note of the fact that this is just a Beta release, hence there may still be bugs lurking about. Alos, make sure that you have installed devkitPro before installing this app.
Thanks to Robert!
Download: Wii Game Studio
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PS3 drops to dead last in Japan’s hardware sales charts
Filed in External News, , 7:35 pm
Handhelds are dominating the hardware sales charts in Japan right now, but the story over there is still the PS3 — specifically the fact that it has dropped to dead last in the Media Create sales rankings.
The PS3 moved only 2,052 units for the week ended August 23. That’s more than a thousand units less than the older PS2. It’s quite possible that the lull in sales is because people are waiting for the PS3 Slim to drop. It would be interesting to see the number for that week. Also, contrary to the new pricing scheme for older PS3s in other countries, Sony Japan has chosen to not give the bulkier models a price drop.
At the top of the charts is the DSi. Yep, it’s still going strong, selling more than half of the second placer PSP. Rounding out the top four are the Wii and Xbox 360 in third and fourth place, respectively. Here are the charts:
- DSi: 59,578
- PSP: 27,187
- Wii: 26,972
- Xbox 360: 8,979
- DS Lite: 5,735
- PS2: 3,295
- PS3: 2,052
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Nintendo staying the course, will leave price cuts to Microsoft and Sony
Filed in External News, August 29, 2009, 6:25 pm
It’s been a head-on collision between Sony and Microsoft the past week with their own respective price cut announcements. Oddly enough, Nintendo remains sitting prettily and quietly. Have they got no plans to launch their defenses in light of the current happenings? Apparently, no, they don’t.
Said Denise Kaigler, Nintendo of America’s rep, their status quo will be remaining unchanged.
Our focus has always been creating fun and engaging game-play experiences. Because of that focus, Wii has been the best-selling video game system in the United States for two years and counting.
It offers the most fun and the best value for consumers. Wii can be played by every member of the family the moment it comes out of the box. It’s the only console that offers the option of precise motion controls right now, with the Wii MotionPlus accessory. And Nintendo systems are the only place you can play new and classic Nintendo franchises.
Wii games that will be on people’s lists through the holidays include Wii Sports Resort, Metroid Prime: Trilogy, Wii Fit Plus and New Super Mario Bros. Wii.
Nintendo offers something for everyone.
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