April 2011
April 18th, 2011
This video gives us an idea of we can expect of the Nintendo 3DS game, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D.
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April 16th, 2011
April 16th, 2011
Here are details on the controls for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D.
- controls similar to Nintendo 64 controller
- to walk slowly push circle pad gently forward
- to run push circle pad all the way
- much of the setup same as original
- circle pad allows tight control over hero
- moving around feels fluid and responsive
- 2 options for aiming items
- bottom screen used for inventory, maps, Link’s health and magic meters
April 15th, 2011
A press release from Majesco Entertainment gives us some details about their Nintendo 3DS game, Nano Assault.
MAJESCO ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES ‘NANO ASSAULT™’ FOR NINTENDO 3DS™
Dynamic Shooter Set in a Cellular World Features Unique Aesthetic
EDISON, N.J., April 14, 2011 – Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: COOL), an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, announced today Nano Assault™ for the system is in development for an expected release this fall. Developed by Shin’en, this fast-paced shooter leaps off the screen with stunning 3D graphics that resemble electron microscope imagery. It’s within this dangerous microscopic world that players will navigate a Nanite ship through a cellular system, maneuvering through alien cell clusters, fighting off infections, and analyzing and destroying the virus’ core to ultimately save humanity.
“Nano Assault’s inspired visual style looks fantastic and is perfectly suited for 3D,” said Jesse Sutton, Chief Executive Officer, Majesco Entertainment. “The game is a fresh approach to the classic shooter, featuring a unique theme, solid depth of play and tight controls. I think this game is going to surprise a lot of people.”
In Nano Assault™, players blast their way through 32 twisted cell stages and dark worlds with rugged landscapes that adjust in difficulty based on the player’s skill level. Prepare to battle and defeat extreme nemeses including the Black Nucleus, Hyper Blobs and Spore Plants using powerful beams, energetic bombs and other unlockable assault weapons. To ensure successful missions, players can clone and respawn themselves to continue the journey anytime. Special features include Missions Mode, an unlockable arcade style cell stage where players must beat the clock by destroying the most enemies, and Hall of Fame, a bragging rights leaderboard where players can publish and compare high level scores with friends. Additionally, players will be able to use the StreetPass™ feature to trade unlocked content.
Nano Assault™ for Nintendo 3DS is expected to release this fall. For additional information about Majesco’s exciting products, please visit http://www.majescoentertainment.com/.
About Majesco Entertainment Company
Majesco Entertainment Company is a provider of video games for the mass market. Building on more than 20 years of operating history, the company is focused on developing and publishing a wide range of casual and family oriented video games on Kinect for Xbox 360®, PlayStation®Move motion controller, WiiTM, Nintendo 3DSTM and DSTM, Facebook® Platform, mobile and other leading platforms. Product highlights include Cooking MamaTM, TETRIS® Party Deluxe and Zumba Fitness®. The company’s shares are traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol: COOL. Majesco is headquartered in Edison, NJ and has an international office in Bristol, UK. More info can be found online at www.majescoentertainment.com or on Twitter at www.twitter.com/majesco.
April 15th, 2011
Here is the boxart and some screenshots, as well as a press release from Aksys Games on their upcoming Nintendo 3DS game, BlazBlue Continuum Shift II:
BlazBlue Continuum Shift II is headed to the PSP and 3DS on May 31st! Hit the jump for the full press release.
TORRANCE, Calif.–April 15th, 2011–Aksys Games, a publisher of interactive entertainment software, is pleased to announce that BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II will be headed to both the PSP® system and the Nintendo 3DS™ handheld system in Spring 2011. BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II is an enhanced port of the critically-acclaimed BlazBlue: Continuum Shift, and the next installment in the popular 2D fighting game series known as BlazBlue.
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II contains the complete set of single player features from the console version, such as Arcade, Score Attack, Training, and Story mode, and also has an ad-hoc Network mode for multiplayer play. This impressive list of features is topped off with new content created specially for the handheld version, including extra story material and brand-new modes such as Legion 1.5 and Abyss Mode.
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II features the full 18-character cast of the original BlazBlue: Continuum Shift, including the three DLC characters Makoto, Valkenhayn, and Platinum. Furthermore, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II also features the new system mechanics and game balance revisions introduced by the original arcade version and system version 1.03. With all of these new features, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II is a brand-new fighting game experience sure to meet the expectations of fans everywhere.
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II Key Features
All-New Single Player Content
Upgrade your character to reach the bottom in the new Abyss Mode, create an army to conquer your foes in the new Legion 1.5 Mode, polish your skills in the revamped Challenge Mode, and earn Platinum Dollars to unlock a host of in-game rewards.
Redesigned Fighting Experience
With new system mechanics, game engine revisions, and a roster entirely rebalanced from its original predecessor, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II offers a fully-updated fighting game experience for both veterans and newcomers alike.
Enhanced Story Features
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II contains not only the full story of the original, but also brand-new Story Mode and Arcade Mode segments for players to enjoy.
Ad-hoc Multiplayer
Ad-hoc multiplayer allows up to 4 players to participate in a single session. Two players will square off while the others spectate.
April 13th, 2011
April 13th, 2011
Interesting facts have been released for the Nintendo 3DS game, Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D.
For the first time Resident Evil®: The Mercenaries 3D delivers the intense Mercenaries gameplay experience on a handheld console.
Featuring re-mastered stages from Resident Evil® 4 and Resident Evil® 5, it’s a race against time as players try to defeat as many enemies as possible before the countdown reaches zero. The fast-paced, combat intensive action of Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D is available both as a solo experience or gamers across the world can team up and enjoy two-player co-op via network play.
Gamers will have the opportunity to tackle the game’s missions with legendary Resident Evil® characters from past and present and face off against some of the most terrifying enemies, such as the Executioner and Popo Karimu. Playable characters include Chris Redfi eld, Krauser, Hunk, Jill Valentine, Albert Wesker and, making her debut in a Mercenaries game, Claire Redfield.
Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D includes the addition of an all new Skill Slot feature. Players are able to fi ll three skill slots from a selection of 30 skills including improvements to weapons performance, reload speed or melee abilities and customize characters to best suit their style of play.
While the gameplay will be familiar to those who have previously played Mercenaries, changes have been implemented to take advantage of the new hardware, most notably transforming the stages and characters to full 3D plus the ability for players to move and shoot and the addition of touch screen functionality to switch weapons on the fly.
Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D will also include a playable demo of the forthcoming Nintendo 3DS title, Resident Evil® Revelations.
Take control of Jill Valentine and experience the horror to come in this all new Resident Evil title.
• Resident Evil Revelations demo included.
• 1 or 2 players – Ad Hoc and Nintendo Wi-Fi connection.
• 30 missions of intense Mercenaries action.
• In depth skill and abilities unlock system that encourages and rewards replaying. Skills and abilities include health, weapons damage, customization etc.
April 12th, 2011
Check out the Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D gameplay trailer with Jill and Wesker.