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Nintendo Direct May 17th, 2013


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That’s right folks, yet again there will be another Nintendo Direct video streaming tomorrow, May 17th, 2013.  The facebook announcement states that the video will “provide updates on upcoming summer Wii U and 3DS titles”, so likely it’ll just be about release dates and maybe some new trailers.  I wouldn’t expect any kind of big announcement, but if you’re keeping track of any Wii U/3DS titles that are supposed to come out soon, then there’s no harm in watching it.  The facebook announcement also states that they will discuss future Wii U titles for the fall in another Nintendo Direct conference before the start of E3, which of course coincides with Nintendo’s decision to skip out on having a big presentation this year.

 

Edit: The Nintendo Direct will be held at 7am PST, which is about 10am EST for anyone on the east coast

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What Time Is It? Regular Time!


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Ok, stupid article title, I’ll give you that, but let’s move on to the news shall we?  Wayforward has announced two new games in development based off of hit Cartoon Network shows Adventure Time and Regular Show.  Adventure Time: Explore The Dungeon Because I Don’t Know has the player exploring the secret dungeon beneath the Candy Kingdom and will not only feature multiple selectable characters, but also four person co-op and the actual voice actors from the show.  If you read my review on the last Adventure Time game, you’d know that, while a very pleasing experience for a fan of the show, in the actual gameplay department it left me wanting more, especially for the price tag that they put it at.  Hopefully Wayforward learned something and will be able to not only offer more to the game besides amazing sprite work, but also deliver it at a reasonable price.  But that’s not the only game they’ve announced, right along side it is a game announcement for it’s co-hit show, Regular Show.  Regular Show: Mordecai and Rigby in 8-bit Land finds our two heroes transported inside their favorite video games and in desperate need of a way out.  No release date has been given but they are said to be released later this fall, with the Regular Show game landing on the 3DS, and the Adventure Time game landing on Wii U, Xbox 360, PS3, PC, and 3DS.  As with the last game, Wayforward has stated that the creators of both shows are working very closely with Wayforward on their respective titles.

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Bring Order Back To The Courtroom In Phoenix Wright: Dual Destinies


Phoenix Wright 5, which was announced to be coming to the west at the last Nintendo Direct, has got a new name and release window.  Phoenix Wright: Dual Destinies find our favorite lawyer who can’t catch a break, Phoenix Wright, as he finds himself twisted in a case that brings the roof down on the well known courtroom.  As with tradition, Phoenix Wright will have another sidekick this time around.  Athena Cykes, a defense attorney herself, helps Phoenix Wright by allowing him to find the “hidden emotions” behind witnesses testimonies.  This also marks the series first rendition in full 3D as opposed to it’s previous sprite work (If you’re not counting Phoenix Wright vs Professor Layton that is).  No solid release date is given, but we do have the release window of Autumn 2013.  The game will only be released digitally in the west, which is already sparking some negative emotions among fans.  While there are positive notes to having a game be digital release only, it also means no fancy collectors editions, and Nintendo has a terrible history with having all games being full priced even when offered digitally, which leaves a sour taste in people’s mouths and a bigger hole in their wallet.

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Kingdom Hearts 1.5 Drops In September, Pre-Order for Exclusive Art Book


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Are you a fan of the Kingdom Hearts series and eagerly expecting 1.5 HD ReMix? Are you new to the series and wondering what all the hublub is about? Well you won’t have to wait much longer.  Kingdom Hearts 1.5 HD ReMix has had it’s release date pushed up to September 10th, 2013 (September 13th for you EU customers), which is a meager 4 months away!  Not only has the release date been pushed up, but a limited number of pre-orders will come with a special, limited edition Art Book for the game, so you best go pre-order now!  As a reminder, Kingdom Hearts 1.5 HD ReMix is a HD Collection of two of the series titles, Kingdom Hearts Final Mix (The “special edition” of the game that never left Japan) and Kingdom Hearts: Re: Chain of Memories.  The game will also feature all of the cutscenes from Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days, which is a blessing if you ask me, that game was less than desirable.  The game will be $39.99 at launch, but as it is with a number of Amazon’s listings, you can pre-order it for a cheaper price (A whole four cents cheaper, what a bargain!)

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No Sleeping On The Job With This Month’s Playstation Plus Service


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The May preview for the PlayStation Plus Instant Game Collection has dropped, and they’ve finally listened to a large out cry from the fans.  First up on the list is Sleeping Dogs, I personally have no experience or knowledge of the game, but if so many people asked for it one has to believe it’s good.  Not only will you get the full game with PlayStation Plus, but you’ll also get three “premium” DLC packs, including the Retro Triad pack, Red Envelope pack, and Street Racer pack.  Also coming later this month is Knytt Underground, which is Cross-Buy enabled for PS3 and Vita, Germinator, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift, and Pinball Arcade, which is also Cross-Buy enabled.  Looks like the Vita is getting some pretty hefty support this month.  Along with the May preview, we of course get the weekly preview, showing that Sleeping Dogs will be the first game to drop, along with a discount on the Papo & Yo bundle, which includes the game and the soundtrack.  As for the games leaving the Instant Game Collection there is, in order, Demons Souls, Megaman 9 & 10 combo pack, Tekken 6 PSP, Darksiders, and Zombie Tycoon 2, so get them while they’re hot folks.

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Blade Wolf On The Prowl May 17th


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The third piece of Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance DLC will be hitting both the PSN and XBLM May 17th.  For those not in the know, this dlc has the player in control of Blade Wolf, robo-hound pal of both Raiden and Jetstream Sam.  The DLC will take place during the time before Blade Wolf fights Raiden, back when he was working under Mistral.  It’s a little difficult imagining how this DLC will play and control, at least with Sam we could figure he’d play similar to Raiden, but this thing is a damned robotic wolf with a chainsaw tail!! Regardless of whether or not we can understand how it’s going to control, if anyone can make it feel amazing, it’s Platinum Games.

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Iwata Takes The Throne As Nintendo of America CEO


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In the mayhem of managerial changes going down at Nintendo, one job change sticks out more then the many others.  Satoru Iwata, President of Nintendo and known for his work on many of Nintendo’s franchises such as the Kirby franchise, will be taking the chair as the new Nintendo of America CEO.  Does this mean we’re getting a new president? No, Iwata is merely taking in the role, assimilating the duties into his already (possibly) long list of duties as President of Nintendo.  This also means that Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime will be directly following Iwata’s orders, will his body be ready for that challenge?   Only time will tell.  The move is part of a series of managerial changes to compensate for a wave of planned retirements in the company.  Iwata will be taking the place of Tasumi Kimishima, who will now work in their Kyoto head quarters as the General Manager of Corporate Analysis and Administration, as well as the General Manager of the General Affairs Division, that’s a mouthful of Generals.  Nintendo states that the move will support “the company’s unified global strategy” and “allow streamlined decision making and enhance Nintendo’s organizational agility in the current competitive environment.”

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