NBA Jam, which is currently a Wii-exclusive, may be coming to the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 platforms after a slip via Germany’s USK rating system revealed the possibility. The USK has the game listed under both platforms, presumably for the Playstation Network and Xbox Live Arcade. However, oddly enough, the system does not have it being shown on the […]

According to a press release by VGChartz, Nintendo’s New Super Mario Bros. Wii, has reached the 15 million sold mark faster than any other single-platform video game yet. In just 32 weeks NSMBW has beaten Wii Sports Resort for the title, 8 weeks faster. It is also being declared the “sixth-best-selling Mario title of all time”.

Not only is Mario and Legend of Zelda creator Shigeru Miyamoto contemplating a 3D rendition of Super Mario World, he’s also preparing to dazzle us next year with an all-new video game character. Speaking at a recent investors meeting at Nintendo’s Kyoto-based headquarters, the famed designer said, “It’s about time for a new game character. Perhaps this can be delivered […]

Echoing criticism made by vocal core gamers, Nintendo has conceded that its suite of online services for Wii and DS are lagging behind the competition. While company CEO Satoru Iwata admits that Nintendo is “not currently satisfied” with its online offerings, he reassures that efforts to bring forth improvements are underway. At the same time, Iwata feels online comes secondary to a compelling […]

Nintendo silently rolled out a Wii Menu update last night, once again taking a stab at crippling homebrew. Now at version 4.3, the latest system software revision scans for and deletes any files it deems as “unauthorized.” Homebrew, of course, falls under that umbrella.

Sonic the Hedgehog creator and NiGHTS Into Dreams producer Yuji Naka is a name that needs no introduction in the platforming space. His latest effort, entitled Ivy the Kiwi, is a charming platformer scheduled to make its stateside debut on Wii and DS later this August courtesy of XSEED and developer PROPE. Backed by lush colorful storybook-style visuals and intuitive […]

Popular consensus is that Nintendo stole the spotlight at this year’s E3, and we’re inclined to agree. With a venerable lineup strewn across both the hardware and software segments, Nintendo showcased offerings that pleased everyone: from the most casual to the most devout core gamers. A power-packed conference from beginning to end, Nintendo spent very little time on number crunching charts and related sales statistics: their message […]

At this morning’s press conference, Nintendo unveiled the latest entry into the Legend of Zelda series, Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword. In this new entry into the series it will take full advantage of the Wii controllers and Wii Motion Plus. The in-game sword will reflect your movements 1:1 with the Wii controller, allowing for an entire new depth to […]

In a slip, IGN published the first trailer for the GoldenEye 007 Wii remake which shows off some of the “enhanced” graphics and the new Bond, Daniel Craig. There will be plenty of multiplayer modes offered in the remake with paintball, melee-only and 16 more. You can catch out the video after the break, which has already been pulled from […]

Activision’s plans to leverage the Bond license going forward may include a new GoldenEye title for Wii and DS, according to a source close to Eurogamer. Separate from the Bond racer purported to be in development at Bizarre Creations, the title is reportedly due out in November and “may” be a remake of 1997’s N64 cult-classic, originally developed by Rare.

Last but certainly not least, Nintendo has confirmed that its E3 press conference will kick off 9:00 a.m. PDT at the NOKIA Theatre on June 15, the same venue as last year. We already know a portion of the conference will focus on Nintendo’s new-fangled handheld, the 3DS — which still has yet to be officially named. Perhaps we’ll catch […]

In continuing its Wii-prefixed line of accessible game experiences aimed to appeal to all demographics, Nintendo has lifted the curtain on Wii Party, revealed as part of a Nintendo investor presentation. Think of it as Mario Party with Miis. Miis will carry a central role in the title, serving as an avatar that identifies players. According to company president Satoru […]

May the fourth be with you: in commemoration of Star Wars day, LucasArts has penciled in a firm release date for Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, announcing that the title will hit store shelves on October 26. A multi-platform effort, the title is slated to hit PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii, Nintendo DS, and PSP. Picking up from where […]

It’s official — Nintendo is expanding its range of bundled offerings with a new system color to complement its peripheral line-up in North America. That color is of course black. Priced at $199, the bundle includes both Wii Sports and its MotionPlus-touting sequel Wii Sports Resort. That’s not one, but two games for the same price. Nintendo says the offer […]

While those in Japan are fortunate enough to have multiple Wii system colors to choose, pickings are slim in the US. Despite Nintendo releasing Wii peripherals decked in black, white stands as the only system color available over yonder. However, if retail listings are any indication, it looks as if Nintendo plans to complement its peripheral lineup with a black […]

It’s official — the wait for Samus Aran’s 2D-3D hybrid outing has inched closer to the end of summer. In a statement released today, Nintendo confirmed that Wii titles Metroid Other M and Sin and Punishment Star Successor have been pushed back to June 27 and August 31 respectively. Hardly surprising, considering delays are a thing of second nature when […]

As part of an “administrative reorganization” effort, Sega West has put the jobs of 73 staffers on the chopping block. Broken down, that number represents both regional sides of the company’s business, 36 positions in San Francisco and 37 in London.

Word has emerged that a pair of Nintendo’s big-hitters on Wii have been delayed. According to a retail source, Sin & Punishment 2 has been pushed back to June 27, while Metroid Other M sees a more significant delay, now listed as “TBD” according to the same source. Sin & Punishment 2 was originally scheduled to hit shelves on June […]

It’s no secret that Bizarre Creations of Project Gotham Racing and Geometry Wars fame is hard at work a Bond racing title. Despite rumors that have been circling around since 2007, little information is known on the title, only that it will not tie-in with any previously released Bond films. Aside from that, not even an official name has been […]

Old-school, exploration heavy sci-fi FPS Descent will join Nintendo’s WiiWare catalog of downloadable offerings this fall, publisher Interplay announced today. Originally created by Parallax Software, developer G1M2 is handling the WiiWare version, promising to retain the same classic gameplay that broke new ground in the 3D space 15 years ago with obligatory waggle support added in. Sounds like a winning […]