Publisher Square Enix has sent over a fresh selection of screenshots from the DS remake of Final Fantasy IV. Originally released on SNES, the 3D-enhanced handheld remake features voice-overs, CG cutscenes, and remixed musical score by Nobuo Uematsu. Already released in Japan, the game is due out July 22 in the states, with a release in European territories following later […]

Is Castlevania heading to Wii? Rumors regarding a Wii entry in the series first surfaced when leaked screenshots – which later turned out to be legit – from the DS title Order of Ecclesia showcased a Wii sub-menu item, hinting at possible Wii to DS connectivity. Konami has since refused to comment on the leak and the official word currently […]

Straight from the search pages of retailer Toys “R” Us comes a photo of the Guitar Hero: On Tour Nintendo DS hardware bundle set to hit store shelves in June. The color isn’t half bad, quite nice actually, but the GH flame logo? Ugh. If you’re still interested, the entire package will set you back $179.99.

Speaking in a recent interview, LucasArts PR manager Chris Norris and Jeffrey Gullett, assistance producer for the company’s upcoming shooter Fracture, were asked about the possibility of bringing point-and-click adventure classics such as Indiana Jones and the Fate of the Atlantis and Monkey Island to the Wii or Nintendo DS. While Norris said that releasing such titles on both of […]

According to Rare game designer Justin Cook, the company was considering to allow DS units to connect with its upcoming Xbox 360 title Viva Pinata: Trouble In Paradise. As you may or may not know, the game includes a feature that enables players to use the Xbox Live Vision Camera for scanning images of pinata cards. By scanning cards, you […]

The original Dragon Ball starring young Goku is making a comeback on the Nintendo DS later this year, according to scans from the latest issue of Japanese magazine V-Jump. While little is known about the title, the aforementioned scans indicate that it is played from a 3D isometric perspective akin to The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass. Additionally, the title […]

The NPD Group has released its monthly video game hardware and software sales figures for the month of April. According to the results, Rockstar’s open-world crime thriller sold a total of 2,850,000 units, making it the best-selling software title on both PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 for the duration of April. “GTA IV captured two of the three top game […]

Agetec today announced that it will publish Sega’s dart tossing simulation game Touch Darts in North America. Slated for a release next month in June, the title features four gameplay modes in all, including tournament, quickplay, four-way multiplayer via single cartridge, and a fresh challenge mode consisting of ten classic and new mini-games. Dart players can enjoy the tournament option […]

In an earnings conference call with investors today, Activision reaffirmed its position on reinventing the long-running Tony Hawk skating series from the ground up, with company CEO Michael Griffith revealing that an exclusive Nintendo DS entry in the series is currently in development. While the developer for the title went unnamed, Griffith further noted that the new DS title will […]

The Game Factory has announced that it has signed an agreement with Seven Towns Limited to publish Two Tribes’ upcoming 3D puzzle game Rubik’s World for the Wii and Nintendo DS. Catering to the family-friendly audience of ages eight and up, the game takes players inside a virtual Rubik’s Cube, challenging them to construct 3D shapes and objects in order […]

Sierra Entertainment today announced that Dawn of the Dragon, the final chapter in The Legend of Spyro trilogy, will hit this fall for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, PS2, and Nintendo DS. In the game, players team up with former nemesis Cynde in an effort to thwart the plans of the Dark Master. Dawn of the Dragon introduces a […]

Confirming recent speculation, Ubisoft today announced that a new Prince of Persia game is in the works for PC, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. Development on the title is being headed by the company’s Montreal studio, the same team responsible for hits such as Assassin’s Creed and Prince of Persia Sands of Time trilogy. Slated for a Holiday 2008 release, […]

THQ has announced that it is working on a expanded video game adaptation of New Line Cinema’s forthcoming 3-D movie Journey to the Center of the Earth. In development for the Nintendo DS, the game is said to feature seven worlds pulled directly from the live-action film, allowing players to reprise the role of all three of the film’s main […]

Square Enix today announced that its upcoming Final Fantasy IV DS remake will hit Europe “this summer.” It’s a vague release window, but at least Euro folks can now rest easier knowing that they won’t have to wait *months* after the confirmed North American launch date of July 22 to play this game. Alongside the confirmation of a summer release, […]

Nintendo of America has revealed that it will launch the currently Japan-only “Nintendo Channel” in North America next month, alongside the debut of WiiWare, according to a Wired report. On the freely accessible channel, Wii owners will be able to post reviews for WiiWare titles that they’ve played for a minimum of one hour, as well as watch exclusive interviews […]

In celebration of the recent release of two new entries in the Pokemon Mystery Dungeon franchise, Explorers of Darkness and Explorers of Time, Nintendo has launched an exciting online sweepstakes filled with collectible Pokemon memorabilia and related goodies. Fans can enter for the sweeps now at Nintendo’s official website. In addition to various Pokemon games and merchandise, the big prizes […]

Agetec’s upcoming DS multiplayer party game LOL will be sold exclusively through online retailers, the publisher announced today. While uncommon, online-only titles are nothing new. Nintendo’s own obscure rhythm-based game Electroplankton was not released in stores, available only through Nintendo.com and other major online retailers. LOL will carry the budget-friendly price of $19.99 when it’s available through Agetec’s website on […]

Aksys Games today announced it has acquired the publishing rights to bring Sonic Powered’s Nintendo DS action RPG From The Abyss stateside. Featuring a unique, randomly generated world, the game boasts an intuitive control scheme and 2 player wireless co-op battle system. Additionally, players can define their character’s class by distributing skill points. From The Abyss is slated for a […]

Electronic Arts today announced that it will publish Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince later this year for the Wii, PlayStation 3, PS2, Nintendo DS, PC, Xbox 360, PSP, and mobile devices. The game will of course be based on J.K. Rowling’s sixth Harry Potter book and its release will coincide with the upcoming film adaptation, which is due out […]

You see that? Looks like our predictions regarding Square Enix’s recently registered trademark were spot on after all. According to an updated ESRB listing, Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen has been rated for the Nintendo DS. While the folks over at Square Enix still have yet to officially announce the title, there’s essentially no doubt now that a […]