Archive for the ‘Nintendo DS’ Category

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 »

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 »

In this episode:

* Sacred 2 review

* Dragon Age: Origins videos

* Dragon Quest IX reception

*and more!

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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.

*Final Fantasy Gaiden screens

*Last Rebellion screens

*Dissidia packaging info

*and more!

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…

Podcast: Download

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 »

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 »

The week of May 1st Chinatown Wars owners with a Wi-Fi connection will be able to acquire the “Bulletproof Hellenbach” vehicle from Rockstar social club. With more details here’s the full release. Read the rest of this entry »

Green is a very interesting color for a handheld. It definitely stands out and probably doesn’t show dirt or scratches. Maybe I’ll score one of these since I don’t own a DS at this point in time. Here’s the full release: Read the rest of this entry »

Yep, new downloads for both Nintendo’s consoles. It’s a blessing to finally see Nobanaga’s Ambition available for the Virtual Console. I wish Nintendo as a first party company, would offer more to the hardcore gamer. Read the rest of this entry »

Warner Bros Interactive has granted us some new Lego battles screen shots. This game is turning out to be an interesting DS title, I enjoy all the lego titles and this one looks to be no exception. Read the rest of this entry »

The N side wins again! Even thought sales for the Wii dropped from last month, Nintendo is still kicking royal ass around the world. It’s amazing what they’ve done with a tiny hardware upgrade and some motion controls. Can’t really knock them for successful innovation. Here’s the full release: Read the rest of this entry »

Anime fans have something to look forward when Fall of ‘09 hits and own themselves a Nintendo DS platform. Sega just announced a hit anime series into a full-on Strategy RPG for the little handheld. Here’s the release: Read the rest of this entry »

Nintendo announced a storage solution for the Wii today at GDC. Now you can basically save your downloaded games to SD cards and launch them from the SD card using a new icon on your Wii desktop. Just like I said, digital downloads to high speed, high capacity SD cards was the future. Who’s laughing now. Read the rest of this entry »