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Nintendo's EGN 2004 Lineup (GBA/NGC) - Screens
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under European Games Network - European Games Network 2004
Cartoons Come to Nintendo's Game Boy Advance
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under E3 - Pre - E3 2003
New Application Enables Nintendo Game Boy Advance and Game Boy
Advance SP To Play Color and Sound Cartoon Episodes
4Kids Entertainment announced today the debut of GBA-TV, an exciting new application for the estimated installed base of 12 million Game Boy® Advance systems.
GBA-TV cartridges containing cartoon episodes play on Game Boy Advance and Game Boy Advance SP systems in the same manner as video game cartridges. Special proprietary technology developed by the 4Kids Entertainment subsidiary, 4Kids Technology, Inc., enables kids to watch the cartoons contained in the GBA-TV cartridges on their Game Boy Advance. The technology enables the Game Boy Advance to
'Nintendogs' (NDS) - Screens
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under E3 - E3 2005 May 18th
Nintendo DS Japanese Sales Surpass 5 Million Units
by Rainier on Dec. 26, 2005 @ 10:32 p.m. PST | Filed under News
Domestic sales of Nintendo's DS portable game machine reached 5 million units in less than 13 months after its launch in early December 2004, the fastest-ever pace in Japan's video game market, Nintendo said on Monday.
Nintendo Revolution Unveiling at E3 2006?
by Rainier on Nov. 28, 2005 @ 5:57 p.m. PST | Filed under News
Nintendo's PR machine got into gear today with an early bird special, mark May 9, 2006 in your calendar as Nintendo will unveil the Nintendo Revolution. That particular day is of importance because that is the annual day when Nintendo has its pre-e3 conference at the Kodak Theatre (home of the Academy Awards), on Hollywood Blvd, kickoff at 9:30 a.m. Hopefully we'll get to see more than just a mockup, and a tv remote.
'Nintendogs' (NDS) Sells One Million Copies In Europe
by Rainier on Nov. 25, 2005 @ 12:12 p.m. PST | Filed under News
Nintendo announced today that, so far, it has sold over 2 million Nintendo DS' since it launched earlier this year, selling at a rate of 100,000 units per week. Nintendogs contributes to its hand-held popularity, which has sold over 1 million copies since its European launch on October 7th in Europe. Nintendo hopes to repeat that success through the holidays with Mario Kart DS, its first Nintendo game to offer Wi-Fi gaming through the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.
Parents In Control of 'Nintendo Revolution' Content
by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2005 @ 1:56 p.m. PST | Filed under News
Nintendo today announces its nextgen Revolution console will include a play control system. By using a password-controlled setting, adults can decide what flexibility they'll allow younger players to have in playing video games rated 3+, 7+, 12+, 16+ or 18+. The system also ensures dedicated adult gamers can opt to play without limitations.
Nintendo Launches Wi-Fi Connection in North America
by Rainier on Nov. 15, 2005 @ 1:47 a.m. PST | Filed under News
That sound you hear is the thunder of video gamers worldwide revving their engines for the launch of Mario Kart DS and Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. The online gaming service for Nintendo DS lets users connect wirelessly to race. From the very start, users can log on easily to shoot shells and burn rubber against opponents from all around the world.
Nintendo Rolling Out Its Wi-Fi Service In The UK
by Rainier on Nov. 4, 2005 @ 2:57 a.m. PST | Filed under News
Nintendo UK is bringing Wi-Fi technology into play from the 25th November 2005 with a new deal with wireless providers BT Openzone and The Cloud. The launch of the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service means the UK will allow anyone to play against friends and family across the globe simply, safely and for free.
Nintendo of Europe Distributing Capcom Titles
by Rainier on Nov. 3, 2005 @ 8:44 a.m. PST | Filed under News
Nintendo of Europe has announced it will be adding an exciting line-up from Capcom to its expansive catalogue of Q1 games releases. Nintendo will be distributing Viewtiful Joe: Double Trouble, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney and Megaman Battle Network 5: Double Team on the Nintendo DS and Viewtiful Joe: Red Hot Rumble for GameCube.
Nintendo Licenses Writing Recognition Technology
by Judy on Oct. 26, 2005 @ 10:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Canadian software maker Zi Corp. said today that it has signed a licensing deal for its Decuma handwriting recognition technology with Japan's Nintendo. Nintendo developers can use Zi's technology while creating software for the Nintendo DS.
Nintendo Fiscal Estimates Impacted by Weak GameCube Sales
by Judy on Oct. 7, 2005 @ 1:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Nintendo cut its first-half operating profit estimate by one third on Friday due to sluggish sales of its GameCube game console and software in the United States, but boosted its net profit estimates due to currency-related gains. They also cited price cuts to its "DS" portable game machine and high development costs for a new game system as factors weighing on its earnings.
Nintendo Announces Wi-Fi Details For Revolution & NDS
by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2005 @ 12:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
On Nov. 14, Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection will begin a new era of easy, social gaming. For the first time, characters from the Nintendo universe will be playable online, as part of a unique wireless community, accessible inside or outside the home.
Nintendo Dropping NDS Price in Europe
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2005 @ 4:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Exciting news in time for Christmas as Nintendo today announced that it is cutting the price of its popular Nintendo DS, offering even greater value. From 7th October, Nintendo DS will be available at the estimated retail price of around £89.99. The £10 price drop will take effect on the same day as the launch of Nintendogs.
Nintendo Finally Reveals Its Revolutionary Controller
by Rainier on Sept. 16, 2005 @ 12:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Nintendo breaks with more than 20 years of video game history by abandoning the traditional controller held with two hands and introducing an all-new freehand-style unit held with one hand. Read more for details ...
Longtime Nintendo Exec Announces Retirement
by Judy on Sept. 12, 2005 @ 2:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Randy Peretzman, Nintendo's vice president of sales, will retire at the end of this year. After 20 years of dedicated service, Peretzman has decided to step down due to health reasons. His first project was the launch of the NES at a time when retailers had little interest in video games.
'Nintendogs' (NDS) Sells 250,000 Units in First Week
by Judy on Sept. 1, 2005 @ 12:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Nintendo announced on Thursday its new puppy training game Nintendogs sold 250,000 units in its first week, making it the hottest-selling title in the United States.
Nintendo's Impressive Fall Lineup (GBA/NDS/NGC)
by Rainier on Aug. 22, 2005 @ 8:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Today's Nintendo revealed their release scheduled for GBA, NDS and gamecube through the end of the year. Today's launch of Nintendogs marks the end of the summer doldrums and the beginning of the "dog days" of summer with no less than 170 titles for the next few months. Read more for details ...
Nintendo Lowers Nintendo DS Retail Price To $129.99
by Rainier on Aug. 16, 2005 @ 9:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Nintendo is announcing new pricing for the Nintendo DS of $129.99, effective Aug. 21, in advance of the arrival of a critically acclaimed title for the dual-screened, hand-held video game system. The $20 price drop comes just ahead of the Aug. 22 U.S. launch of Nintendogs, which has become a cultural phenomenon and a sales leader in Japan because of its innovative appeal.
Extra 'Nintendogs' (NDS) Puppies In North America
by Rainier on June 13, 2005 @ 8:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Nintendo revealed today that the US edition of its Japanese "runaway" hit Nintendogs will have three new breeds on top of the previously announced 18. Purchase one of several breeds available at the beginning of the game, then start spending time with your pup.
Nintendo to Establish 1,000 WiFi Hotspots
by Judy on June 7, 2005 @ 11:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Nintendo announced today that it would establish 1,000 WiFi hotspots in Japan by the end of 2005 where owners of its DS portable game machines can play games with others online for free.
Nintendo's E3 2005 Lineup - Screens
by Judy on May 17, 2005 @ 11:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Check out the following new screens from Nintendo's 2005 E3 lineup:
- 'Advance Wars: Dual Strike' (NDS) - Screens
- 'Animal Crossing DS' (NDS) - Screens
- 'Battalion Wars' (NGC) - Screens
- 'Chibi-Robot' (NGC) - Screens
- 'Dance Dance Revolution: Mario Mix' (NGC) - Screens
- 'Donkey Kong Country 3' (GBA) - Screens
- 'Donkey Konga 2: Hit Song Parade' (GBA) - Screens
- 'Dynasty Warriors Advance' (GBA) - Screens
- 'Electroplankton' (NDS) - Screens
- 'Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones' (GBA) - Screens
- 'Kirby Adventure' (NGC) - Screens
- 'The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess' (NGC) - Screens
- 'Mario & Luigi 2' (NDS) - Screens
- 'Mario Baseball' (NGC) - Screens
- 'Mario Kart DS' (NDS) - Screens
- 'Mario Party 7' (NGC) - Screens
- 'Mario Tennis Advance' (GBA) - Screens
- 'Meteos' (NDS) - Screens
- 'Metroid Prime: Hunters' (NDS) - Screens
- 'Metroid Prime Pinball' (NDS) - Screens
- 'New Super Mario Bros.' (NDS) - Screens
- 'Nintendogs' (NDS) - Screens
- 'Odama' (NGC) - Screens
- 'Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness' (NGC) - Screens
- 'Screw Breaker' (GBA) - Screens
- 'Super Mario Strikers' (NGC) - Screens
- 'Touch Golf' (NDS) - Screens
- 'Touch Kirby' (NDS) - Screens
- 'Trace Memory' (NDS) - Screens
- 'Yoshi's Universal Gravitation' (GBA) - Screens
Nintendo Releases Minor 'Revolution' Specs
by Rainier on May 13, 2005 @ 2:42 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Nintendo stated loud and clear that they are not to be overlooked in the next generation home console race with the revelation of several unique features of the company's next console system. Revolution will be small, about the thickness of three standard DVD cases and only slightly longer, will play either horizontally or vertically, be backward compatible, dual layer DVD, self-loading media drive, and be wireless Internet ready out of the box.
Nintendo DS Goes Online
by Judy on May 10, 2005 @ 2:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Nintendo is partnering with IGN Entertainment to create an innovative network for portable video games. Set to debut later this year, the wireless service for Nintendo DS will use IGN's GameSpy Technology to let people around the world link easily and wirelessly to play games, just as if they were playing face-to-face.