News Articles
Monday8th Jul 2013
News Pokémon Adventure Tour Prepares to Heat Up UK Summer Events
Marketing is Super Effective!
There's a little game called Pokémon X & Y coming out in October, but there are also plenty of other 'mon games available right now. The series as a whole is part of the hype train, something that Nintendo UK is keen to exploit. It's announced the Pokémon Adventure Tour, which will take in five major outdoor...
Monday24th Jun 2013
News Animal Crossing: New Leaf Secures Second in the UK Charts, Again
A fine performance from the 3DS exclusive
Animal Crossing: New Leaf is hot stuff right now, earning Nintendo plenty of Bells as it continues to attract gamers and cause obsessions over fossils, tree shaking and the latest cool hats available to buy. It's not often a title as quirky and twee as New Leaf sells in big numbers and engages gamers of all...
Monday10th Jun 2013
News Luigi's Mansion 2 Scares Its Way Back Into the UK Top 10
Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate sneaks into the top 40
It's UK chart day, once again, and we have more 3DS success stories to share, as two of Nintendo's notable recent releases continue to show strong momentum in the top 10. Luigi's Mansion 2 has spooked enough consumers to climb back up to 8th in the all-format chart and become the highest placed 3DS...
Monday3rd Jun 2013
News Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D Maintains Top Ten 3DS Run
Clinging on at number eight
UKIE has issued the UK all-format software charts for last week, and confirmation of Donkey Kong Country Returns coming in eighth place — three down from its debut week — means another week with a 3DS exclusive in the UK top 10; we've now had quite a few consecutive weeks where that's been the case. Elsewhere,...
Monday20th May 2013
News Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity Is Super Effective in UK Charts
Another strong 3DS debut
In recent weeks there's been consistently good news for the 3DS in the UK, with titles occupying the top 10 of the all-format charts. Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity continues that good form, coming in at number four in its first week. According to UKIE, this is the third best debut week performance for the...
Monday13th May 2013
Nintendo Download 16th May (Europe)
Spooky starships, retro classics, free scares, juicy discounts and more
It's a dreary Monday morning but fear not, Europe, Nintendo Download salvation is at hand. We now know what treats are coming this week and, we hope you'll agree, it's a pretty strong lineup. Only Wii misses out, and there are new, old and discounted offerings to chew over;...
Monday22nd Apr 2013
News Nintendo of Europe Offers Free Game in "So Many Games!" Promotion
Register three and get a fourth free
In recent months we've seen Nintendo — both in Europe and North America — offer the incentive of a free game for those registering a 3DS XL. Nintendo of Europe is now stepping up with an enticing new offer featuring a list of eight retail games (both current and to be released); it's very simple, if you...
Nintendo Download 25th April 2013 (Europe)
A legendary Rayman freebie, brawling gods, Mega Man and more
A little later than normal this week, Nintendo of Europe has told us what to expect in this week's Nintendo Download update. No news of any Wii U Virtual Console games — though that doesn't necessarily mean they're not coming — but plenty of titles to choose from including some free,...
Tuesday9th Apr 2013
News The Pokémon Company Describes 2013 as a "Key Year" for the Franchise
Big plans to take the series further
The Pokémon franchise is, without a doubt, a vital part of Nintendo's success, especially in the handheld space, with a new generation 'mon release prompting hype and excitement that's only seen for select brands. It's big in both Japan and the West, and an iconic part of the gaming industry. It's not from...
Thursday4th Apr 2013
Nintendo Download 4th April 2013 (North America)
A chick's adventure, slaying monsters, finding your groove and more
It's Nintendo Download time, North America, and this week you have options on Wii U, 3DS and Wii. It's a mixture of the old, the new and DLC extras, so let's get right to it. Wii U eShop: Toki Tori 2 (Two Tribes, reduced to $13.49 until 25th April, will be $14.99) — Starting off...
Thursday21st Mar 2013
Nintendo Download 21st March 2013 (North America)
Luigi goes on a spooky quest, Pokémon go exploring, Zen Pinball and more
It's Thursday, and time for your Nintendo Download update, North America. This week we have an oft-demanded Wii U download that finally makes it across the Atlantic, two major retail offerings, a couple of discounts and some extra download goodies. Check out all of the details...
Thursday14th Mar 2013
Rumour Pikachu 3DS XL Already In US Stores, March 24th Release Mooted
Update - Nintendo confirms release date and price
Nintendo has now confirmed that the Pikachu 3DS XL will be released on March 24th in North America. In will include a 4GB SD card — as is standard for the XL model — and will have a suggested retail price of $199.99. Original article Nintendo's recent TV commercial for Pokémon Mystery Dungeon:...
Monday11th Mar 2013
News Special Edition Pikachu 3DS XL Shows Up In North American Commercial
Nintendo, you tease
Remember that awesome Pikachu 3DS XL that hit Japan all those months ago? It's long been rumoured that it could be heading stateside, and it would appear that we now have confirmation of that momentous event — from Nintendo itself, no less. The distinctive yellow system stars in the new TV commercial for
Thursday7th Mar 2013
Nintendo Download 7th March 2013 (North America)
A Nano Assault, falling down a well, wild ATV racing and much more
It's Nintendo Download day, North America, which is particularly good news if you own a 3DS or like a bit of Neo Geo retro action on Wii — if you only have a DSi or Wii U, never mind. It's a packed lineup for the big N's current handheld, with a broad range of download-only and...
Saturday2nd Mar 2013
News Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity Demo Arrives In North America Next Week
Well worth exploring
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity will be releasing on 3DS in North America on 24th March. The latest instalment in the sub-series will feature local multiplayer, have additional downloadable content and allows players to use the 3DS camera to scan objects and access new locations. Nintendo of America has announced it...
Tuesday26th Feb 2013
News Four Major 3DS Titles Given Australian Release Dates
Luigi's Mansion, Fire Emblem, Mystery Dungeon and Animal Crossing all dated Down Under
Nintendo Australia has kindly announced the release dates for four of the year's biggest 3DS titles. Aussies will be able to go hunting ghosts in Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon on 28th March. Fire Emblem: Awakening will be released from its slumber on 20th April...
Friday15th Feb 2013
News Catch Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity In Europe On May 17th
3DS dungeon crawling ahoy
Nintendo Europe has confirmed today that Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity will be hitting the region on May 17th. The latest in the Mystery Dungeon series, Gates to Infinity will feature randomly-generated levels and will allow players to use their 3DS console's camera to create Magnagates from real-world...
Thursday14th Feb 2013
News Nintendo of America Offering Free Retail Game To New 3DS XL Buyers
Provided you register Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity or Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon as well
Recently Nintendo of Europe gave people the opportunity to download a copy of a new game free of charge by simply registering a 3DS XL on Club Nintendo. That deal is now over, but Nintendo of America has just started a similar offer. The new...
Thursday7th Feb 2013
News Local Multiplayer Confirmed For Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity
There'll also be some downloadable dungeons
The Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series is venturing onto the 3DS in March with Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity. Nintendo has announced some interesting news about the upcoming release, including the fact that for the first time ever, Pokémon Mystery Dungeon will have a multiplayer mode...
Thursday20th Dec 2012
News Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity Hitting North America March 24th
New 3DS adventure set for early 2013 release
Nintendo has confirmed that Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity will be coming to North American 3DS consoles on March 24th, 2013. The latest instalment in the popular Mystery Dungeon sub-series, Gates to Infinity will allow 3DS owners to use the console's camera to scan objects and access new...
Thursday4th Oct 2012
News Pokémon Mystery Dungeon 3DS Getting Japanese November Release
Enter the Magna Gate and the Infinite Labyrinth
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Magna Gate and the Infinite Labyrinth will launch on the Nintendo 3DS in Japan on November 23rd, it has been confirmed. The latest instalment in the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series, this first 3DS entry apparently allows you to take photos of real-world objects using the 3DS...
