Nintendo Wii U and 3DS news at Wii's World

Stand by your Wii

Acclaimed 3rd party accessory makers Hori are bringing out an illuminated Wii stand. Available in black and white, it lights up with blue LEDs. Hori Wii Stand That's not all though, underneath a flap on the front you'll find a USB socket. The Hori USB Illumination Stand will retail for around $20. Do most people actually use their stand? I know my Wii is horizontal. Maybe that should be our new poll.... read more

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Trophy Stand item in SSBB

It's all about the trophies in today's Super Smash Bros Brawl update. Specifically the trophy stand item, which you use to turn opponents from the Subspace Emissary into trophies. At least let my kid go. WOO A PENNY!!1! Ha, nice shoes. I can take it. We're not in Kansas any more Towtow. I'm a Towtow and I can't get up! And the award for angriest sheep goes to.. Are you... read more

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Sonic goes super in SSBB

Sakurai's feeling festive and has given us a reasonable update: Sonic's final smash in Super Smash Bros Brawl. As you might expect, Sonic uses the chaos emeralds' powers to go Super Sonic, at which point he turns yellow and races through the air at breakneck speeds. Awesome radical to the max dudes! These might pay off my debts. You can't do this, I'm holy and... read more

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Dixie Kong for xmas

Doesn't look like Nintendo are going too overboard for Christmas this year. The Virtual Console games added today are: Donkey Kong Country 3 (SNES) Blades of Steel (NES) Rolling Thunder 2 (Genesis) More on Friday with the Europe / Australia releases.... read more

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No Mega Man in SSBB?

Mega Man creator Keiji Inafune spoke recently in a Q+A session on the Bionic Commando podcast. He revealed that he hasn't yet been approached about including Mega Man in Super Smash Bros Brawl. "Well, I really do love Super Smash Brothers. It's a great series. But Nintendo hasn't asked me if they can use Mega Man in their game. I'm still waiting. We have a little bit of time left, it's not coming out for another... read more

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Classic British Motor Racing trailer

Budget title Classic British Motor Racing now has a trailer: It might look ok, but these Popcorn Arcade games have a real bad reputation for being shovelware. Buyer beware!... read more

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Red Steel 2 confirmed

The UK's official Nintendo magazine has confirmed Red Steel 2 is in development. The original was a launch title and received mediocre reviews. According to the magazine we can expect the following from the sequel: Better controls. Improved A.I. Online play. Red Steel 2 is estimated for release during Winter 2008.... read more

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Overalls Wario in Smash Bros Brawl

So it's Christmas Eve and Sakurai gives us... Overalls Wario. Thanks man -_-. In addition to changing colors, Wario can also change uniform. So whether you prefer American Badass Wario, or classic Wario in overalls, Super Smash Bros Brawl has got you covered. I love the nightlife. I got to boogie. See! My breath doesn't stink of garlic. Classic FTW. We've got classy duds up the... read more

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Blades of Steel on Virtual Console

Three games added to the PAL Virtual Console lineup today, unless you live in France which apparently had legal issues with "Skate or Die". It's a good week, some of us will have fond memories of "Blades of Steel". Blades of Steel (NES) Skate or Die (NES) Monster Lair (TG-CD) Back Monday for the US releases, will Nintendo serve up something special for Christmas Eve?... read more

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Subspace Emissary Movie

Sakurai's been cranking out much better updates this week. Today we get a cool video about the Subspace Emissary that features in the Adventure Mode of Super Smash Bros Brawl. Although, we have seen a good portion of it already. If the movie's to be believed, there won't be a dull moment.... read more

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More about Wii Chess

The official site for Wii Chess is now online, offering a short trailer and some small screenshots. Some features described include: One player mode - Face off against state of the art Artificial Intelligence, with an adjustable difficulty setting suitable for n00bs and grandmasters alike. Online multiplayer - Challenge other players from around Europe through Nintendo's Wi-Fi Connection. Motion - Move... read more

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Nintendo owning game sales in Japan

Big N had a great week in Japan for December 10th - 16th. Out of the Top 10, a whopping nine of them are based on the Wii or DS platforms. Mario Party DS (DS) - 180,000 Wii Fit (Wii) - 124,000 Groan Turismo 5 Prologue (PS3) - 116,000 Professor Layton and Pandora's Box (DS) - 74,000 Super Mario Galaxy (Wii) - 74,000 Dragon Quest IV (DS) - 73,000 Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games (Wii) - 64,000 ... read more

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PDC Darts 2008 trailer

Dart fans get your happy hats on, here's a trailer for PDC World Championship Darts 2008. And it was going so well until the hilarious voice over at the end.... read more

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More Virtual Console systems?

The official Nintendo website has been seeing a facelift in all regions, including Japan. The Virtual Console page has been updated as well, and the layout might just suggest that two retro systems will be added to its repertoire. Room for 2 at the inn. Speculation is abound on what these systems could be, if anything. Suggestions include Sega Master System, Commodore 64 and the aging MSX.... read more

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Bomberman Land trailer

Bomberman Land has been out in Japan for a long while, but is now set for a US release late in January. Hudson has made this trailer showing off the game's features: Seems like it offers much more than the standard 2D games, but I get the feeling it's aimed at casual gamers. Wap wap wap-wap.... read more

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Kirby's brawl moves

Kirby and his moves are in the spotlight today for the Super Smash Bros Brawl update. It's a meaty one, with more screenshots than you've seen in your life! Kirby is unique, in that he can copy his enemy's standard special move (like Peter Petrelli). It happens after he inhales and swallows his opponent, that can't be pleasant. Mmmm Wranglers, my fave. Trade hats? Mine's too big. Wa..... read more

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Merry Christmas from the Rabbids

DAAAAAAAAAAH! Happy holidays from some caring sharing rabbids. This is a promotional clip for Ubisoft's Rayman Raving Rabbids 2. What will they get up to next?... read more

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Emergency Mayhem new screenshots

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Emergency Mayhem trailer

It's been a while since we've heard about Emergency Mayhem, but Codemasters has now released a trailer. Despite its zany stylings and the dreaded word "mini-games", I remain cautiously (perhaps foolishly) optimistic for this one.... read more