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Saturday23rd Mar 2013
News Erutan Beautifully Sings 'The Hunter's Mark' in Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Trailer
Capcom developed the special trailer just for her
Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate has finally emerged in the West and to celebrate the release Capcom has conjured up a new trailer which features well-known performer Erutan softly sing along with the game's theme. Erutan - whose real name is Kate Covington - has been playing music since she was one and a...
Friday22nd Mar 2013
Out Today Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate
Join the hunt
Today marks the European launch of one of the year's biggest games: Capcom's Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate on Wii U and 3DS. The latest instalment in the long-running franchise which has taken its Japanese homeland by a storm, Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate pits you against a wide variety of bloodthirsty beasts, each of which requires a...
Thursday21st Mar 2013
News Capcom To Make "New Product Announcements" At PAX East
Says there may be "a surprise or two" in store
PAX East is set to kick off in Boston this weekend and it's sure to generate a heck of a lot of buzz, what with the amount of video game companies that will be in attendance. One of those companies will be Capcom, which will be showcasing games such as Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, Resident Evil...
Tuesday19th Mar 2013
Video This Brünnhilde Great Sword Can Be Yours For Just 60,000 Zeni
While stocks last!
Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate is pretty great and all, but sometimes you just want to put down your controller, pick up a massive blade and actually slay some beasts in the real world. Thank goodness then for the MHSN's recent promotion on the Brünnhilde Great Sword, which is an absolute steal at just 60,000 Zeni. Or perhaps you'd...
Monday18th Mar 2013
News Preorder Both Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Versions At GAME, Get A Free T-Shirt
Suit up for the hunt
UK retailer GAME has confirmed that customers who preorder both the Wii U and 3DS versions of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate will receive an exclusive T-Shirt which should make them the envy of their fellow hunters. In a similar offer, UK online store ShopTo has announced that those who preorder either the Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate...
Nintendo Download 21st March 2013 (Europe)
Monstrous quests, reckless driving, retro boxing, a big sale and more
It's Monday, so you know what that means Europe. It's time for the Nintendo Download update news, letting us know what'll be dropping onto our systems later this week; we have a lengthy list that includes the latest €0.30 / £0.30 Wii U Virtual Console promotion, some...
Friday15th Mar 2013
News Monster Hunter Producer Answers Fan Questions In New Video Interview
Did your question make the cut?
A few weeks back, Nintendo UK asked Monster Hunter fans to put some questions to producer Ryozo Tsujimoto with the aim of getting them answered in an exclusive video interview. The video has now been posted online, and gives a little more insight into the creation of what is likely to be one of the biggest Nintendo...
Thursday14th Mar 2013
Nintendo Download 14th March 2013 (North America)
Hunting monsters, going to the City, throwing retro punches, being Mega and much more
It's Nintendo Download update time, North America, with so much packing the eShops and DSi store that we even had the information earlier than normal — all the more time to soak it up. Quite a few high profile retail downloads are joined by some demo action, a...
Friday1st Mar 2013
News Capcom Seeks a Western "Breakthrough" With Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate
"We're giving opportunity and options to consumers to really pick up the version they want"
Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate is old news in Japan — in the case of the 3DS version, very old news — yet it's one of two high-profile releases landing on the Wii U in the West in March, while also giving Nintendo handheld owners their first chance of slaying...
News Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate's 3DS Online Multiplayer Workaround Is Coming to Europe
We imagine North America will also be included
Not too long ago we told you about an option for online multiplayer in Monster Hunter 3 G on 3DS in Japan, which will require a separately sold Wii or Wii U LAN adapter, a Wii U and an app — due to the core software only supporting local multiplayer. No doubt useful for those that only own the 3DS...
Thursday21st Feb 2013
Nintendo Download 21st February 2013 (North America)
F-Zero, demos to hunt, adventures, vikings and a famous green dinosaur
It's Thursday, and it's time for Nintendo Download news in North America. Continuing the recent trend also seen in Europe there are only offerings for Wii U and 3DS, with a variety of demos, download-only games and a retail release to test your resolve. Let's see what's on offer...
Wednesday20th Feb 2013
Nintendo Download 21st February 2013 (Europe)
NightSky brings delight, F-Zero in 60 Hz, price cuts and monstrous demos
Nintendo's been keeping its download details for Europe under-wraps for a little longer this week, but now we know what delights are due to arrive. Both DSi and Wii are resting their weary circuits, with 3DS and Wii U stepping up with some enticing offers and big-time freebies;...
Friday15th Feb 2013
News 3DS Circle Pad Pro XL Coming To The UK March 22nd
Bolt (on) out of the blue
Nintendo has confirmed that the Circle Pad Pro XL will launch in the UK on March 22nd — just in time for Monster Hunter 3: Ultimate on the 3DS. The accessory follows in the footsteps of its smaller predecessor, which was designed to bolt onto the original 3DS console. The Circle Pad Pro XL offers an additional analogue...
Thursday14th Feb 2013
News Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Bundles Soaring Into Europe For Wii U and 3DS XL
The 3DS Circle Pad Pro XL arrives on the same day
It seems that Fire Emblem: Awakening isn't the only game to receive the special bundle treatment in Europe, as Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate will also be getting its own set of limited edition packs for both the Wii U and 3DS XL when the game arrives on 22nd March. The Wii U Limited Edition Premium Pack...
Friday8th Feb 2013
News Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Online Play Will Be Region Locked For Wii U
The world isn't in play
In a recent interview with Monster Hunter producer Ryozo Tsujimoto on Gamereactor it has been revealed that Monster Hunter 3: Ultimate online servers will be region-locked. This means that players won't be able to experience online gameplay with other players in another region - so North Americans can't play with gamers in...
Monday4th Feb 2013
News Put Your Questions To The Producer Of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate
Answers will come in a special video in March
Do you have any burning questions you'd like to put to the developers behind the forthcoming beast-slaying epic Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate? If the answer is yes then today's your lucky day - Nintendo UK is inviting fans to put their queries to producer Ryozo Tsujimoto, and the best questions will be...
Monday28th Jan 2013
News GAME Doubles Up On Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate
Get both the 3DS and Wii U versions for a slightly reduced price in the UK
As you probably know, Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate is launching on two Nintendo systems this year - the 3DS and the Wii U. While the Wii U version offers online play, the 3DS edition has that all-important portable factor - something we can imagine is causing many potential...
Friday18th Jan 2013
News Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Getting A Demo In February
Monster Hunter Try
Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate will be released on Wii U and 3DS in North America and Europe on 19th March and 22nd March respectively. The full game is expected to be available in the eShop at around the same time. Capcom has also revealed that a demo for the game will also be available to download for both the 3DS and Wii U versions...
Thursday17th Jan 2013
News Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Taking A Bite Out Of 3DS And Wii U On March 19th
Back for seconds three days later in Europe
Capcom and Nintendo have confirmed that Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate will be released in North America on March 19th. The game will be available on both the Wii U and 3DS. Europe will have to wait just three days longer to get its hands on the epic title. Downloadable versions are also expected to be made...
Monday7th Jan 2013
News Capcom Reveals Weapon Details for Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate
Quite the "sworded" affair
In anticipation of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate's release in March, Capcom Unity has begun posting some details about the game's weapons, starting with the classic Sword and Shield combo. The full weapon description states how this weapon set is more suited to novices, although skilled players who master it will be able to...
Thursday25th Oct 2012
News Capcom And Nintendo Teaming Up To Bring Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate To Europe
Nintendo remains hands-on with new distribution deal
Nintendo and Capcom have today confirmed that they are entering into a deal to bring the Wii U and 3DS versions of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate to European shores. Continuing the arrangement that has so far covered a wide range of Capcom titles - including Resident Evil: Revelations,
Monday22nd Oct 2012
News Nintendo Australia Goes Release Date Crazy
Paper Mario dated, new 3DS XL bundle announced
Nintendo of Australia has today confirmed some details on upcoming 3DS games such as Paper Mario: Sticker Star, Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, as well as a bunch of new downloadable games coming to the Nintendo eShop. Paper Mario: Sticker star will be available in Australia and New Zealand on the 8th of...
Thursday18th Oct 2012
News Monster Hunter 3 G Traps an eShop Discount in Japan
Re-packaged "Best Price" offer also on the way
Fans of the Monster Hunter series that live outside of Japan have been a little hard done by, casting envious glances to gamers in Japan who are looking forward to Monster Hunter 4, while the rest of us wait for the expanded version of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate. While Ultimate is also coming to Wii U...
Friday12th Oct 2012
News Watch Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate's Newest Trailer Right Here
Two hunters are better than one
Capcom is kicking off New York Comic-Con with a brand new trailer for Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, which is set to release sometime in March 2013. While the trailer mostly focuses on the Wii U version and its online co-op, there are a few glimpses into the 3DS version, and the ability to play locally alongside the Wii...
Wednesday3rd Oct 2012
News Japan Is Getting These Awesome Animal Crossing and New Super Mario Bros. 2 3DS Bundles
Bundles of joy
Nintendo has confirmed that it is releasing new 3DS XL hardware bundles in Japan, with Animal Crossing and New Super Mario Bros. 2 themed consoles expected to hit store shelves in November. At the start of November Nintendo will push the all-black 3DS XL onto store shelves for 18,900 yen ($240 / £150). That's just the console on its...
Tuesday25th Sep 2012
News Capcom Explains Wii U and 3DS Cross-Play in Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate
"You can have a Monster Hunter party"
The announcement of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate for Europe and North America, as part of Nintendo's recent Wii U reveal extravaganzas, finally gave fans of the series a welcome fix after a rather lengthy delay. Some were disappointed with the titles coming in March 2013, especially as Japan will get the new...
News Take a Look at Capcom's New Monster Hunter Merchandise
Wallets at the ready
Capcom is catching on to popular Japanese fashion by bringing out its own Monster Hunter Sukajan. Sukajan-style jackets have been a tourist favourite for many years, blending American varsity jackets and Japanese embroidery, and can be commonly found being flogged to bewildered tourists in the busy streets of Tokyo. This...
Monday17th Sep 2012
News 3DS Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Won't Be Venturing Online
Online play isn't going to feature in handheld instalment
Capcom has confirmed that the 3DS version of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate won't have online play. Such functionality will instead be exclusive to the Wii U edition of the game. Speaking to ONM, Capcom's Yuri Araujo confirmed that there were "no plans" to bring online play to Nintendo's portable
Thursday13th Sep 2012
News Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Slaying Beasts on Wii U and 3DS in March 2013
The series returns to the West
Fans of the Monster Hunter series have been eagerly awaiting news of the next instalment on a Nintendo system for a good while, yet today's announcement wasn't Monster Hunter 4, but rather Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate on both Wii U and 3DS, confirmed for North America and Europe in March 2013. This new title will...
