Posts Tagged “nintendo”
3DS Users Get Free WiFi At UK Airports
Nintendo UK today announced a new deal with Airport Internet WiFi provider Boingo that will allow 3DS owners to connect to their service at major UK airport hubs for free. 3DS users at airports including London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Stansted as well as Southampton, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen will automatically connecty to the network while you’re at the terminal. Read On »
Konami Announces Release Date and Features for Snake Eater 3D
A few days ago, Konami announced some key details about Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D, which is set to come out the 21st of February 2012.
For the readers out there who have yet to experience the beauty of MGS: Snake Eater, let me set the scene. It’s the 1960s, and the Cold War is on the verge of becoming a blazing hot one. A soviet rocket scientist is looking to defect to the U.S., and it’s up to the series hero, Snake, to save him. In typical fashion, the poop hits the fan and Snake is thrust into a plot that could see the end of his beloved country. Hopefully the game’s story is unaltered, with original voice actors, but we won’t know until release.
Aside from the obvious 3D enhancements, the title will have some new features exclusive to the 3DS version – The coolest of which has to be the camouflage photography system. This option allows players to take a picture using the 3DS’s camera, and the game will make a camo pattern for Snake out of the colors in the snapshot. A camo percent will be given, so players will know how effective their custom garbs will be.
Other features unique to the 3DS will also help to augment gameplay. With the dual screens, all the action will take place on the top while Snake’s inventory will be displayed on the bottom. This will allow players to instantly switch weapons or tools, without having to search through menus to find them. The gyro controls will also be included, for actions such as balancing on narrow ledges.
If you’re like me, and are worried about the downgrade to only one thumbstick, Snake Eater 3D will feature full Circle Pad Pro support. This will allow players to easily target enemies at a distance.
So there you have it, some fresh facts about Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D. The title is looking like it’s well on its way to helping fans relive the joy that was Operation Snake Eater!
Nintendo 3DS Sales Surpass 4 Million Units
In a press release posted today, Nintendo announced that their 3DS handheld has surpassed the 4 million mark, selling more units in its first nine months than their flagship console, the Wii.
2011 A Year Of Videogames in Review
Having heralded in the New Year with new games, consoles, and adventures to look forward to, Wanderson75.net decided it was high time to look at what this past year brought to the world of gaming and technology. Even a cursory glance would remind us that 2011 was a bit of a rollercoaster ride, providing a myriad of emotions ranging from excitement and anticipation (announcements of next generation consoles and handhelds) to outrage and disgust (major game services being hacked), a sense of loss (at Steve Jobs death), or even incredulous hilarity (the recent Ocean Marketing debacle). Here are some of the more noteworthy items, in our most humble opinion: Read On »
Nintendo Confirms – Wii U Will Be Available At CES 2012
Wanderson75.net has just confirmed via email with a Nintendo spokesperson that the Wii U will in fact be available at the 2012 CES. Per the spokesperson:
“Nintendo of America, working with the 2012 International CES management, will offer demos of the upcoming Wii U console to members of the media who did not see the system at the 2011 E3 Expo. However, Nintendo will not have a booth at CES, nor does it plan to include any games, experiences or information beyond what was available at the 2011 E3 Expo. Production and development efforts remain on track for the Wii U launch, which will take place between the start of the 2012 E3 Expo in June, and the end of 2012. ” Read On »
Nintendo Reveals 2012 Line-Up
Yesterday, Nintendo revealed their massive lineup for 2012, including several games for all systems. Notable among this list are titles such as Mario Party 9 (Wii), Inazuma Eleven 2 Firestorm/Blizzard (DS), Luigi’s Mansion 2 (3DS), Pandora’s Tower (Wii), and the highly anticipated Kid Icarus: Uprising (3DS).
Xenoblade Chronicles Coming To North America – GS Dates Release as April 2
After much hounding from fans here in North America, Nintendo is finally announcing the release of Xenoblade Chronicles for the Wii! The story of Shulk and his battle against the Mechon captured the hearts of many fans in Japan and Europe, while here in the States and Canada we were only able to share in the tale via screenshots, reviews, or the occasional sneaky importer. Read On »
Nintendo Brings Mario Kart 7 to Life at Los Angeles Auto Show
Have you ever wondered what Mario’s go-kart would be like in real life? Well wonder no more! Yesterday, Nintendo’s Reggie Fils-Aime and West Coast Customs CEO Ryan Freedlinghaus unveiled two custom-built Mario Karts at the Los Angeles Auto Show at the LA Convention Center this last Wednesday. These life-sized replicas come furnished with glider attachments and even propellers like in the game! Read On »
IGN UK Podcast100 Party at the 100 Club!
The 100 Club played host to IGN UK as they celebrated reaching 100 podcasts. Wanderson75 was there to enjoy, and join in, the festivities! Read On »
Console News For Monday, December 20
Only a week left until Christmas. Have you gotten your shopping done? Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation Coming To A DS Near You Dragon Quest fans rejoice! The 1995 continuation of the Dragon Quest series is finally coming to the States on the Nintendo DS handheld console. Originally released on the Super Famicom (Japanese Version of the SNES), DQVI was never brought over to the US for commercial release. No release date yet however,… Read On »