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Archive for the ‘Nintendo DS’ Category

Deep Silver release new DS and Wii box art for “Lets Play Ballerina”

untitled Today, Deep Silver released a few case art images for the game Let’s Play Ballerina. The game is being released for both the Nintendo Wii and the Nintendo DS/DSi. Yes, I know that for the most part Bitbaggers aren’t really looking for this type of title. I personally have a few nieces that want this game for their NDS.

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Blue Dragon Sequel Coming to North America

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The next game in Hironobu Sakaguchi and Mistwalker’s Blue Dragon series, Blue Dragon: Awakened Shadow, will soon be seeing a release on North American shores. Read the rest of this entry »

Nintendo releases “another” handheld – it’s called DSiLL

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Nintendo is what I am considering the iPod of mobile gaming consoles. I heard the rumors about a week ago. This news came fast and now it’s official. I did some digging around and found the Official NDSiLL site, but still have not seen Nintendo’s press site get updated yet. To be quite honest

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Video Game Warzone #59

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Warzone 59

Torrence

What are you playing this week?
NPD
My cancellation of VGXPO
KFT is underway
Tommy Henderson joining us
Raekwon
Dreamcast

Weapon X

Answer to claims you made about Forza 3
Flip da script
Halo ODST
RvS 2010
A day inside xbox live

Hiphopgamer

First gameplay of VS13
Apple being in position to challenge PSP headon
PSPgo 8gb after launch
TGS may feature another Home update
Gameplay of Trico
Possible new Ninja Gaiden for 360
DJ Hero may launch with a website
3 other super secret things

Music:
“10 Bricks”
Raekwon featuring Ghostface Killa and Cappadonna
Only Built 4 Cuban Links Pt. 2

Infinite Space DS title concept art and trailers

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Playing the Role #5

In this episode:

*Concerns with Downloadable Games
*Dragon Age: Origins Delay
*Dissidia Impressions
*Gamers Outside of Japan Will Have to Wait for Dragon Quest IX
*Nostalgia Lane(?) – Super Mario RPG: The Legend of the Seven Stars
*Footage of League of Legends: Clash of Fates and Sands of Destruction

Modern Warfare On It’s Way To The Nintendo DS

Yeah you read that right! Infinity Wardn-Space is currently in development of a DS version of the popular franchise. Expect lots of vehicle action on the little handheld that could! Here’s the official release: Read the rest of this entry »

A Playing the Role Special: A Look Ahead

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Well, we’ve reached the end of July and the year is just past half-over. In the first half we saw great RPG release such as…..well, there was Fallout DLC. In the next couple of months we are going to see an avalanche of new releases not just limited to the RPG genre, but for video games in general. Arkham Asylum, Dark Void, Uncharted 2, Forza Motorsport 3, Modern Warfare 2, and Left 4 Dead 2 are all games that we hear about endlessly. But fuck all that, we all know you’re a 30 year old man who never leaves the house and sports a balding-ponytail combo. Grab your dice and cheetos, it’s time for a look at some upcoming RPGs. Read the rest of this entry »

Stan Lee Appears in Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2

Comic book legend Stan Lee has been making cameo appearances in almost every Marvel project. Now you can add video games to list. Activision wanted to give the fans something special this time around by adding the person that has co-created many of our favorite superheroes and villains. Also if that’s not enough, there’s contest information for fans. Here’s the release: Read the rest of this entry »

Playing the Role: Episode 2

In this episode:

* Sacred 2 review

* Dragon Age: Origins videos

* Dragon Quest IX reception

*and more!

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Dragon Quest IX Sells 2.3 Million In Two Days

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Now you must understand something before you read this. DQ9 was only released in Japan. It wasn’t released anywhere else in the world and moved 2.3 million copies. They say that 80% of stock in Japan is depleted. I’d love to hear Dragonwarrior’s comments on this. I may consider picking up at least one DQ game to see what all the hype is about. This goes to show that the power of portable gaming destroy’s console gaming in Japan. I guarantee you FF13 will not have these numbers. Here’s the original story from Andriasang which was translated from Famitsu.com:

Dragon Quest IX sold 2,343,440 copies in its first two days of sales, Famitsu.com reported today citing data from its parent Enterbrain. This figure covers July 11 and July 12. The game was released on the 11th, a Saturday, to the usual numbered DQ fanfare.

These early sales suggest that DQIX may be off to a better start than its predecessor. Famitsu.com also reports that over its first two days back in 2004, Dragon Quest VIII managed 2,237,000 units.

The PS2 title went on to sell 3.68 million units in Japan alone. Some insiders and analysts believe that DQIX could top the 5 million mark domestically.

Playing the Role: Pilot Episode

*Final Fantasy Gaiden screens

*Last Rebellion screens

*Dissidia packaging info

*and more!

Video Game Warzone #49: Does The Wii Have A Negative Impact On The Hardcore Market

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On this episode we discuss why 3rd parties view the Wii as a casual games console and how it’s negatively affecting the hardcore market. Red Steel 2 for instance, looks to be an awesome game. How is it that you wield a sword and carry a gun, killing everything in your path but yet there’s no blood in the game. This is what I call the Wii Effect. Ubisoft is catering to the casual market so they are dumbing down what could be a great game.

Also on this show:

* What if PS3 and 360 both launched in Nov 2006? Where would they be now? (Torrence)
* PS3 Slim a reality? (Torrence)
* Blaze Blue and the lost art of 2D fighters and games(Torrence)
* What does it mean when you say that you’re not a fan of a console (Weapon X)
* Asteroids being made into a film (Chad)
* Gaikai is groundbreaking and will change PC gaming forever (Hiphopgamer)
* And much much more…

Nintendo Responds To NPD Results

It’s that time of the month again folks! The time when fanboys froth at the mouth and true gamers go “ho hum”. First up to bat is Nintendo! They have gleefully responded to April’s NPD numbers. The DS moved MILLIONS! I think it’s safe to say that portable game has one this generation. Here’s their response: Read the rest of this entry »

Miami Law Goes Gold

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Are you ready to take on Miami’s worst criminals? Miami Law, a game with a story worthy of  its own prime-time action/drama TV show, will be available exclusively for Nintendo DS on June 9, 2009. With more details here’s the full release. Read the rest of this entry »

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