Nintendo 3DS Conference Details

3DS Video Capture

  • System update coming in November that will enable users to record 3D video.
  • More improvements coming via system updates: improved eShop experience, updated Mii Plaza, and new experiences for those who have already conquered all that the StreetPass challenges have to offer. Possibly new minigames, etc.

Pink 3DS

  • Announced for a October 20th release date in Japan.

The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Anniversary Edition

  • Available for free.
  • Download period starts on September 28th, 2011 and ends on February 20th, 2012.
  • Can be downloaded via DSiWare on DSi and DSiXL systems. Nintendo eShop for 3DS owners.
  • Multiplayer gameplay is handled wirelessly. Not sure if this is local only or over wifi as well.
  • New stages and abilities added to extend the game’s replay value.

Animal Crossing 3DS

  • Can become head of village.
  • Personalize your village.
  • Ability to view homes of those you come in contact with via StreetPass.

Fire Emblem 3DS

  • Two player cooperative mode.
  • More details coming at a later date.
Other 3DS Games
  • Mario Kart 7– Lakitu and Metal Mario are playable characters. First person driving mode. Online enabled.
  • Kid Icarus: Uprising– Delayed until Quarter 1 of 2012.
  • Dynasty Warriors Vs.– Features multiplayer component.
  • Bravely Default Flying Fairy– New RPG from Square-Enix. Uses AR card system similar to Kid Icarus.
  • Ace Combat 3D: Cross Rumble
  • Culdcept 3DS– Online functionality. Scheduled for 2012 release.
  • SD Gundam G Generation 3D– Part of 3DS bundle. Scheduled for December 22nd release.
  • Culchopit 3DS– Soccer simulation game. Scheduled for 2012 release.
  • Tamodachi Collection
  • Hatsuke Miku: Project Mirai!

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Details

  • Has been in development for five years, with over 100 employees contributing to it.
  • Optional hint system for new players.
  • Over 50 hours of total gameplay, and more than 100 minutes of cinematic cutscenes.
  • Boss Challenge Mode for players looking for more replay value.

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