Category Archives: 3DS

Nintendo 3DS Conference Details

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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.

Super Mario 3D Land, Mario Kart 7 Boxarts

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Super Mario 3D Land Boxart

  • On Nov. 13, Nintendo will release the Super Mario 3D Land game for Nintendo 3DS. In this first-ever true 3D Mario platforming adventure, players can scout levels and find secrets before they play using the built-in gyro sensor feature of the Nintendo 3DS system.

Mario Kart 7 Boxart

  • Mario Kart 7 for the Nintendo 3DS system will be available Dec. 4 and will include a new optional first-person driving mode that is controlled using the gyro sensor.

Monster Hunter 3DS, Peripheral Leaked

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For weeks, rumors regarding Nintendo’s upcoming 3DS event have spread across the internet. Many people who claim to be in the know have explained that a handful of games will be announced, most likely to spur interest in the new handheld. Two of the proposed rumors have finally come true in the form of Monster Hunter 3G, a 3DS enhanced version of the Wii exclusive, and a peripheral that acts as another slider pad. Both of the surprising announcements come way of the popular Japanese gaming magazine Famitsu. It will be interesting to see what else Nintendo has to showcase at their pre-Tokyo Game Show event on September 13th, 2011. More information about the game, as well as the peripheral, can be found below.

Monster Hunter 3DS

  • Titled “Monster Hunter 3G”
  • An enhanced port of the Wii title “Monster Hunter Tri”
  • Due out in Japan before the end of 2011
  • 12 weapon types touched on
  • Underwater fighting
  • Local multiplayer included
  • No details for an online mode yet
  • Touchscreen used to automatically face monsters
  • Main monster named Blakidios

3DS Slide Pad

  • Features an R2 button on the top
  • Looks identical to current 3DS slide pad
  • Release date and price TBA (most likely at Nintendo’s event)
  • Attachment sticks out on all sides
  • Covers SD slot

Dragon Quest X Headed to Wii and Wii U

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Dragon Quest X Details

Square-Enix announced today that their latest game in the Dragon Quest series, Dragon Quest X, will be coming to Wii, as well as Nintendo’s upcoming console, Wii U. The developer has stated that the game is an online RPG, though you can beat the game in full on your own with the help of NPC characters. Dragon Quest X will feature a changeable job system, customizable housing, character skill points, and a ton of quests for players to complete.

Square-Enix also said that a Wii U version of the game is currently in development, and will take advantage of the system’s more powerful hardware. Players who create characters on the Wii version of the game will be able to interact in the same world with those who decide to wait for the Wii U version. Save files from Wii will be transferable over to the Wii U so that players can continue their journey once the superior iteration is released. The developers are considering the idea of including the ability to wirelessly send character(s) to a Nintendo 3DS, in order to make use of Streetpass. Streetpass is a feature on the Nintendo 3DS that allows 3DS units to communicate with each other while their owners pass one another on a street, bus, etc.

Though major details are unclear at this point, a beta for Dragon Quest X has been confirmed. Players will need a USB storage device to participate in the beta; at the same time, it will set up the potential for DLC and patches. The title will support a number of popular input options, including: Wiimote and Nunchuk, Classic Controller and Classic Controller Pro, and a USB keyboard.

Dragon Quest X Release Date

Dragon Quest X is currently set to launch for the Nintendo Wii sometime next year. The Wii U version of the game has been given a date of TBA. More details about the game, as well as the beta, will be available soon. We will be sure to update this post if any future developments arise.

How To: Download Nintendo 3DS Ambassador Games

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So you bought a Nintendo 3DS prior to the price drop, and you have been patiently waiting for the Ambassador Program to go live. Well, the wait is finally over! That’s right, you can download all ten of the first batch of Ambassador games right now. Full details on what titles are available and how to download them are below. What are you waiting for?!

Nintendo 3DS Ambassador Games

  • Super Mario Bros.
  • Metroid
  • The Legend of Zelda
  • Wrecking Crew
  • NES Open Tournament Golf
  • Donkey Kong Jr.
  • Balloon Fight
  • Ice Climber
  • Zelda II: The Adventure of Link
  • Yoshi
  • Ambassador Certificate

How to Download 3DS Ambassador Games

  • Turn on your 3DS system.
  • Make sure you are a part of the Ambassador Program, otherwise these games won’t show up for you. This can be done by entering the Nintendo eShop and heading to the “News” hub on the left. If you see an article titled “Ambassador Program Update” at the top, you’re good to go! You can also check your Ambassador status online by visiting THIS SITE.
  • Also note that you must be connected to the internet to download games from the eShop. Your connection availability can be viewed in the top left corner of the top screen on the 3DS.
  • Now that you know you are connected, and indeed a recipient of these games, go back to the main menu of the eShop.
  • Tap “Menu” in the top left hand corner of the bottom screen. This will create a small pop up. Scroll down the list and tap on “Settings/Other.”
  • This will take you to your handheld’s History. Scroll down a bit and tap on “Your Downloads.” Here, you will see every game and application you have downloaded onto your device.
  • Scroll down the list a bit and you should come across the ten games mentioned above. There’s no way to queue all of the downloads up, so you’ll have to do each game manually. Free is never easy! 😉
  • Find the titles you want to download and tap “Redownload.” Then select “Download.” Now the eShop will start to download the game(s) to your 3DS. Be sure to get the Ambassador Certificate as well, as it allows you to sign up for future notifications. You are still waiting on those ten free GBA games, afterall!
  • Once you are finished downloading them, the ten titles will appear on your 3DS home screen. So press the Home button and there you go! Ten new games to revisit. Enjoy!

Spider-Man: Edge of Time feat. Christopher Daniel Barnes

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Activision and Beenox have released a new trailer for their upcoming video game, Spider-Man: Edge of Time. The trailer features a look at Christopher Daniel Barnes, who does the voice work for Spider-Man 2099. Spider-Man: Edge of Time is scheduled to be released on October 4th, 2011. More details about the game itself can be found below.

Developed by Activision-owned studio Beenox, Spider-Man: Edge of Time challenges the player to take on the roles of both classic Amazing Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2099 to correct a timestream gone awry and prevent a catastrophic future brought on by the early and untimely death of Peter Parker.

 Spider-Man: Edge of Time is a focused, action-packed adventure set in two connected and evolving timelines, from the contemporary times of the Amazing Spider-Man to the corrupted future world of Spider-Man 2099, against the backdrop of a rich, tightly crafted narrative by acclaimed Marvel veteran Peter David (co-creator of the comic book series Spider-Man 2099).  The game features all-new “cause-and-effect” gameplay, where players will see how the immediate and sometimes unexpected effects of their actions as one Spider-Man changes the timeline of the other Spider-Man.

For more information on Spider-Man: Edge of Time tune in to the HeroHQ community on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/heroHQ.

BIT.TRIP SAGA/BIT.TRIP COMPLETE Release Date

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  1. Remember, if you want BIT.TRIP SAGA (3DS), you can pre-order it from Gamestop.com to get the BIT.TRIP SOUNDTRACK SAMPLER for free!
  2. But of course, if BIT.TRIP COMPLETE (Wii) is more your flavor, this soundtrack sampler comes packed-in with the Wii disc!
  3. Either way, you win!
  4. 9/13 is right around the corner!  Spread the word!

SMT: Devil Survivor Overclocked “Eighth Day” Trailer

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ATLUS has released a new trailer for their newly released 3DS title Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor Overclocked. Fans will get a glimpse at what their favorite characters are up to after the main events of Overclocked have ended. The trailer showcases some of the voice work that is spread throughout much of the game’s narrative as well. ATLUS is also pleased to announce that Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor Overclocked is officially available in stores across North America. Full details regarding the game’s launch can be found below.

  • “Devil Survivor Overclocked is a proven commodity,” stated Aram Jabbari, Manager of PR and Sales at ATLUS.  “Enhanced and expanded beyond the award-winning original, its unique hybrid of JRPG and strategy RPG mechanics are as fresh and novel today as ever, while the game’s story, now fully voiced thanks to the vastly increased capacity provided by Nintendo 3DS, carries even more weight and emotion as a result.  Platform owners yearning for a true hardcore experience and genre fans patiently hoping for the system to get its first RPG need not wait any longer–Devil Survivor Overclocked delivers precisely what they crave.”
    SMT: Devil Survivor Overclocked is out now for Nintendo 3DS in stores across North America.  Visit the game’s full website: http://www.atlus.com/devilsurvivor3ds.

$20 3DS Titles

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A few weeks ago, Nintendo officially dropped the price for their 3DS handheld to $169.99. From what I have seen (and read), it seems like quite a few consumers took advantage of the lower price point. In an effort to move software, a few retailers are having sales for 3DS games. Check out the break down below– there’s something for everyone!

$20 each @ Amazon:

$20 each @ Best Buy:
$20 each @ Target:

SMT: Devil Survivor Overclocked “Auction & Fusion” Trailer

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Developer/Publisher ATLUS today released a new trailer for their upcoming 3DS title Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor Overclocked. The trailer provides a closer look at how the game’s auction and fusion features will work. The auction feature has players trying to outbid one another within five seconds, while fusion allows players to combine the elements of two demons, creating unique monsters. With multiple endings, full voice acting, hand drawn art, and an additional eighth chapter, SMT: Devil Survivor Overclocked looks to be a great experience for SMT and 3DS fans alike.

SMT: Devil Survivor Overclocked is currently scheduled to launch for Nintendo 3DS on August 23, 2011.  Screenshots of the title can be found on our official Flickr page.

Visit the game’s full website, now live: http://www.atlus.com/devilsurvivor3ds