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Zumba Fitness World Party Announced

May28
by Garv on May 28, 2013 at 11:35 pm
Posted In: News, Wii, Wii U, Xbox 360, Xbox One

Anyone thinking that the fitness genre was dead is wrong. Zumba Fitness is coming back and coming to the Wii, Wii U, Xbox 360, and the Xbox One. We’ll get more information at E3.

From the press release:

    Majesco Entertainment Company, publisher of the Zumba® Fitness video game franchise that has now sold more than nine million copies worldwide, announced today that Zumba® Fitness World Party is expected to launch this October on Kinect™ for Xbox 360®, Wii™ U and Wii™, and later this year on Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft. Immerse yourself in the movement and music of exotic global destinations in this culturally-rich fitness experience that brings the corners of the Earth into your living room!

    This vibrant fitness journey kicks off with the World Party teaser trailer followed by the Brazil destination trailer that marks the first stop in the Passport to Party program. Every month Majesco will release a new destination trailer that gives players a sneak peek of where Zumba will take their in-game workout. Fans who register for their virtual passport on zumbafitnessgame.com get access to a $10 discount coupon off the game exclusively from GameStop along with behind-the-scenes content and multiple entries in the World Party Sweepstakes that will send one lucky winner and a friend to an exotic destination featured in-game.
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Skylanders Giants Made Activsion Blizzard Does Well Over the Holidays

Jan14
by Garv on January 14, 2013 at 11:57 pm
Posted In: News, PS3, Wii, Xbox 360

Everyone knew that Skylanders Giants was a big franchise these days, and bringing in over $500 million for the company shows just how big. Let’s just hope that Activision handles this franchise better than their previous ones.

From the press release:

    Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc., announced today that, according to data from the NPD Group, the Skylanders franchise crossed $500 million in retail sales in the U.S., inclusive of accessory packs and figures, and reached this milestone faster than any other kids’ gaming property. Additionally, together Skylanders Giants and Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure figures have outsold the top action figure lines in the toy category in the U.S., outselling such popular toy lines as Beyblades, WWE and Star Wars.¹

    Skylanders Giants, the sequel to Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure – the #1 best-selling kids’ game of 20112 – generated more than $195 million in U.S. sales, inclusive of accessory packs and figures, in 2012.3 Additionally, Skylanders Giants eclipsed domestic box office sales for each of the top holiday kids feature films including “Wreck-It Ralph” and “Rise of the Guardians” in 2012.4
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LOVEFiLM Released for Wii

Dec04
by Garv on December 4, 2012 at 11:41 pm
Posted In: News, Wii, Wii U

The Wii may be dying, but it’s not dead yet. Amazon released LOVEFiLM for the system today which allows Wii users to watch movies on their console. A Wii U version is coming as well, but we don’t know when that will be.

From the press release:

    LOVEFiLM, an Amazon company, launches on Nintendo’s Wii home console today with a launch on Nintendo’s new HD home console Wii U to follow shortly, transforming the movie viewing experience for up to eight million UK Wii users who will now be able to select and instantly stream movies and TV shows with a wave of their Wii Remote.

    The launch will bring the LOVEFiLM Instant service into the homes of more film fans than ever before, enabling them to watch unlimited movies and TV series instantly through their Internet-connected Wii console and all from as little as £4.99 a month.
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Wii Gets A Price Drop

Oct18
by Garv on October 18, 2012 at 11:09 pm
Posted In: News, Wii

The Wii got a price drop today down to $129.99 in the U.S. Many people have been asking if this was going to happen, and it just seemed to be inevitable with the Wii U around the corner.

From the press release:

    Nintendo is dropping the Wii console to a suggested retail price of $129.99 U.S. in advance of the busy holiday shopping season. The new configuration is beginning to arrive in stores now, and will be broadly available in the U.S. by Oct. 28. This high-value configuration includes a black Wii console and both Wii Sports and Wii Sports Resort on a single game disc, as well as a Wii Remote Plus and a Nunchuk controller – both black to match the console. This configuration replaces the current black Wii that comes with New Super Mario Bros. Wii.

    “Nearly six years after it launched, people are still attracted to the pure, inclusive fun of the Wii console,” said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “A new suggested retail price and the inclusion of two great games make it an easy choice for families looking for a great value this holiday season.”
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NBA 2k13 Puts Up Great First Week Sales

Oct15
by Garv on October 15, 2012 at 11:39 pm
Posted In: News, PC, PS3, PSP, Wii, Wii U, Xbox 360

Looks like players were ready for a new NBA game as NBA 2k13 put up it’s best sales week ever.

From the press release:

    2K Sports today announced franchise record-setting sales of NBA 2K13, the latest iteration in the top-selling and top-rated basketball simulation series*. In its first week of sales, NBA 2K13 sold-through 49 percent more copies than the franchise’s previous fastest-seller, NBA 2K11**. This record-shattering growth is due in part to the expanding global popularity of the NBA 2K brand, which accounted for a 66 percent increase in international sales as compared with NBA 2K11**.

    Fans have flocked online to experience NBA 2K13 action with their friends, and the number of online users has more than doubled from last year’s NBA 2K12. In addition, the number of played online games has also grown exponentially, as NBA 2K13 has experienced a 127 percent increase over last year’s totals**.
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Drop Zone Under Fire Hits WiiWare

Oct05
by Garv on October 5, 2012 at 11:59 pm
Posted In: News, Wii

New action game Drop Zone Under Fire hits WiiWare for 500 points.

From the press release:

    Selectsoft, a leading developer of family-friendly games, announces Drop Zone: Under Fire for Nintendo’s WiiWare™ service. Dive into action with Drop Zone! Get the adrenaline flowing as you blast your way through free fall. Adjust your velocity while maneuvering around buildings and automated fire in a 360º immersive sky-dive simulation. Pick up weapons and bonuses, and feel the thrill of blasting robot ships as you rush towards your jump target!

    Blast through 100 action-packed levels filled with incredible graphics and fun twists! Drop Zone: Under Fire was developed in partnership with Teyon, and will be available on Nintendo’s WiiWare™ service on October 4th for 500 Wii Points™.

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La Mulana WiiWare Trailer

Sep06
by Garv on September 6, 2012 at 11:30 pm
Posted In: News, Wii

Looks like La Mulana is actually going to hit WiiWare. Here’s a trailer to prove it.

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LEGO Lord of the Rings Trailer

Aug13
by Garv on August 13, 2012 at 10:47 pm
Posted In: 3DS, DS, News, PC, PS3, Vita, Wii, Xbox 360

Gamescom brings a new round of trailers and now we have one for the next LEGO game. It’s pretty funny.

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Inazuma Eleven Strikers Headed to Europe

Aug09
by Garv on August 9, 2012 at 11:21 pm
Posted In: News, Wii

European Wii users will be able to play Inazuma Eleven Strikers on September 28th.

From the press release:

    Immerse yourself in the world of Inazuma Eleven like never before when Inazuma Eleven Strikers makes its Wii console debut on 28th September 2012. Shape and control a dream team of star players from the Inazuma Eleven series and enjoy intense football battles for up to four players.

    Prepare for all-out action in this home console sibling to the popular handheld football RPGs; this time, arcade-style action brings the series to life like never before as the stadiums, the characters and their spectacular special moves become playable on the big screen, looking exactly like fans of the TV series have come to expect.
    Take part in a series of competitions that represent Raimon Jr High team’s rise through the ranks, playing through the most significant team encounters of the TV series – some of which haven’t even aired yet! You can also build your entire team from scratch. New players can be scouted from any team you defeat – but it’ll take a hefty sum of Inazuma Points and a pitch-perfect eye to shape a team of champions.
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Nintendo Wins Wii Patent Lawsuit

Aug02
by Garv on August 2, 2012 at 11:07 pm
Posted In: News, Wii

Copper Innovations Group had alleged that Nintendo had infringed on one of their patents with the Wii, but this was settled in Nintendo’s favor. Congrats, Nintendo.

From the press release:

    A U.S. District Court judge has summarily dismissed a patent-infringement lawsuit against Nintendo brought by Copper Innovations Group, LLC. Copper had alleged that the Wii console and its controllers infringed on one of its patents (U.S. Patent No. 5,640,152). Judge David Cercone of the U.S. District Court in Pittsburgh granted summary judgment in Nintendo’s favor and ruled that there was no need for a jury trial.

    “We are very pleased with the court’s decision,” said Richard Medway, Nintendo of America’s deputy general counsel. “Nintendo has a long history of developing innovative products while respecting the intellectual property rights of others. We also vigorously defend patent lawsuits when we firmly believe that we have not infringed another party’s patent, despite the risks that this policy entails. I would like to express our sincere appreciation for the tireless efforts of our legal team.”

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