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TGS08: The dead rise in latest Chop 'Til You Drop trailer

Posted Oct 10th 2008 7:08PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: Video

A release date wasn't the only thing concerning Dead Rising: Chop 'Til You Drop to come out of Japan this week. A new trailer for the game, as you can see above, managed to escape the craziness that is TGS08.Within, you'll see a lot of the stuff you've seen before, just, you know, in motion. There's zombies, Frank jumping out of a helicopter and plenty of carnage to satisfy your every need.

Gallery: Dead Rising

Want to know more about Frank and his quest to survive the undead? Well, first off you should check out our comparison piece that looks at the Xbox 360 version versus the Wii port. Then, be sure to check out some of the game's waggle, as well as some more footage of the game in action. Braaaaaaaaains ...

Toys R Us having big games sale starting Sunday

Posted Oct 10th 2008 2:32PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: Sales

Toys R Us is having one huge sale, starting this Sunday. How huge of a sale? Buy two, get one huge. On top of the prospect at getting a free game, there's also some deals specific to Wii owners.

On Sunday and Monday, Toys R Us will offer 30% off Wii accessories. Now, this doesn't extend to Nunchuks and Wiimotes, but it works for other accessories and ... Wii Points cards! 30% off some Wii Points means you can nab a stellar WiiWare title or two, like, say, Mega Man 9. Or any one of the other games already available. Or even a Virtual Console game!

[Via Joystiq]

New Wii Channel in the works?

Posted Oct 10th 2008 1:36PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: Rumors, Channels

This one is a bit odd.

IGN recently published a kind of "What if?" story about connecting the DS and Wii versions of Guitar Hero together, to form some kind of Voltron-like super game. That's all well and good and we'll be the first to say that daydreaming is fun, but there was something curious tucked away within the three pages there.

"With a Wii channel already in the works that would output DS's audio from your TV speakers, it would be an impressive next step to sync the DS game with Wii, and use Guitar Hero Wii to truly interact with the pocket version." Wait a minute, there's a Channel in the works to output your DS's audio from your TV speakers? This is the first we've heard of anything like this (only the Speaker Channel comes to mind, but that's specifically for Band Brothers DX, so it doesn't fit).

What do you guys think? Error on IGN's part, or did they let something slip?

[Thanks, Sonic_13!]

TGS08: Suda51 confirms censored version of No More Heroes 2 for Europe

Posted Oct 10th 2008 11:46AM by David Hinkle
Filed under: News

But, wait, before you break out that pen and paper and start writing that angry letter, know this: you're also going to get a fully-featured, bloodtastic game, just like those of us in North America! This time around, you're going to have the option of choosing which version of No More Heroes: Desperate Struggle you want, though we can't imagine why you'd want one without the buckets of blood and over-the-top violence.

"We won't be able to make the same game for all territories," Suda 51 said. "For Europe, we're going to release two versions. One extreme version, and one with less violence." Why? Well, because so many Europeans bugged him about the version that released to their territory and how it was the same as the Japanese version of the game. "With No More Heroes 2 we want to please the fans too. I want the European users to be able to experience the extreme version."

So celebrate, Europe. For once, you're being taken seriously!

Gallery: No More Heroes: Desperate Struggle

TGS08: Arc Rise Fantasia to make North American dreams come true

Posted Oct 9th 2008 7:08PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: News

We've known about Arc Rise Fantasia for quite awhile now. Up until today, we've had to look at screens with envy, as the title was not confirmed for a North American release. Sure, we hoped it would happen, but there weren't any guarantees. That is, until now.

According to the press release that just hit our inbox, fresh from TGS, the game is scheduled to release sometime in 2009. Sadly, we don't have any kind of idea as to when in 2009 we'll be able to get our hands on this game, but, hey, at least we now know it's coming.

Gallery: Arc Rise Fantasia

[Via press release]

Miyamoto shows the kids Wii Music

Posted Oct 9th 2008 6:11PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: Fan stuff, Video

Since we all know Wii Music is not a game, but a toy, the target audience has to be the really young. Why else would Miyamoto be at a Japanese preschool, showing off the title? But, hey, we have to give it up to Shiggy and Nintendo. If there's a great way to gather interest in a title, it's with a dozen or so cute, smiling children.

Gallery: Wii Music

[Via Wiiblog]

Ubisoft really wants you to buy Shaun White Snowboarding

Posted Oct 9th 2008 3:30PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: News

How do we know? Because they're throwing a lot of money into advertising the game. $10 million, to be exact, all in the hopes that you'll want to hit the virtual slopes with Shaun and the gang.

The campaign started last night, where Ubisoft purchased all of the ad space on the season premiere of popular television show South Park. That's not it, either, as it's being reported that Shaun White will make appearances on ESPN shows on November 16th to promote the game. In addition to that, Ubisoft is also purchasing air time on select Viacom channels with the purpose of promoting Shaun White Snowboarding.

Gallery: Shaun White Snowboarding: Road Trip

TGS08: Sneak through the Tenchu 4 demo

Posted Oct 9th 2008 12:47PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: Video

You know, we've been watching Tenchu 4 for a bit now and we're holding out hope that it won't totally suck. Call us optimists or whatever, but we really thing the game can be a solid Wii title. For one, it's Tenchu and our fond memories of the early games keeps us hoping that the franchise will return to its roots again. Secondly, there isn't much in the way of compelling stealth-based games on the console, so a solid entry in the genre would benefit the library of games, in our eyes. Plus, it has kittens.

Above, you'll see the first video of three that takes you through the entire demo build available at TGS 2008. Head past the break for the other two.

Gallery: Tenchu 4

Continue reading TGS08: Sneak through the Tenchu 4 demo

Wii Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]

Posted Oct 9th 2008 12:00PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: Game Night

Update: The staff has left the Game Night chat. But, many folks were still in there when we left. Pop in and check it out or catch up with us next week!

It's Thursday again, which means one thing: it's almost Friday. Well, actually, it means two things. It's almost the weekend and we're gaming it up tonight! Joining us is as easy as heading past the break and following the instructions. Won't you join us?

Continue reading Wii Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]

Director talks up Muramasa: Demon Blade

Posted Oct 8th 2008 6:16PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: News, Interviews

When it was announced that Oboro Muramasa Youtouden was headed to North America (under the name Muramasa: Demon Blade), we got all kinds of excited. Not only does the game have a wonderful style all its own, it also looks like a great 2D experience in a world crowded with 3D games. During a recent interview with 1UP, the game's director Jyouji Kamitani answered questions dealing with the origins of the game, the motion controls players can expect and the playable build that will be available during the upcoming Tokyo Game Show.

Hit up this link to read the full interview.

Gallery: Muramasa: Demon Blade

Dead Rising port to feast on Japanese brains next year

Posted Oct 8th 2008 5:20PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: News

The latest issue of Famitsu has spilled the beans on a release date for Capcom's latest Wii port, Dead Rising: Chop 'Til you Drop. The game is slated for a February 2009 release in the region, meaning that those of us in North America, and you fine Europeans, will have to wait a bit longer than that to get our hands on the game. While you wait, why not check out some images from the game in our gallery below?

Gallery: Dead Rising

[Via CVG]

Target to sell exclusive version of Shaun White Snowboarding

Posted Oct 8th 2008 3:29PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: News

For those of you interested in Ubisoft's upcoming snowboarding game, Shaun White Snowboarding, know that retailer Target will be offering exclusive versions of the games for sale, with added content. What kind of content? Well, for one, the game will have Target Mountain included, which we imagine is a new mountain to snowboard down chock full of Target ads.

Other than that, the game will include the Target Chalet, which is "the real-life mountainside home where Shaun and his fellow Target athletes hang out with friends and family at the annual Winter X Games in Aspen, Colorado" Uh, cool? Finally, the Target edition of the game will feature "exclusive jibs, additional scenes and more characters."

There's no word on if this edition will be more expensive, but if it tickles your fancy, head on down to your local Target and pick up a $5 pre-sell card, which is basically your proof of pre-ordering it.

Gallery: Shaun White Snowboarding: Road Trip

[Via press release]

Rumor: Rogue Squadron compilation locking S-foils in attack position

Posted Oct 8th 2008 2:34PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: Rumors

According to the latest issue of EGM, which just arrived in our mail box, Wii owners could be seeing Rogue Squadron make a return to a Nintendo console, as Q from the Rumor Mill is reporting that Lucasarts has licensed out the Rogue Squadron series of games. Sadly, we're not talking about a brand new game, but rather a compilation of the N64 and GameCube titles, all on one Wii disc. With the whole Play on Wii thing, it seems like this has a good chance of becoming true.

Head past the break for the excerpt from the magazine.

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Wii Warm Up: Your favorite reveal

Posted Oct 8th 2008 8:00AM by David Hinkle
Filed under: Wii Warm Up

There was a ton of stuff to come from Nintendo's big news day last week. What we're wondering is what your favorite item was? Were you stoked about a certain game more than any others? Are you thrilled to hear about Club Nintendo coming to the States? Was the Nintendo DSi your favorite thing from the show? Nintendo's storage solution? What was your favorite thing to come out of Nintendo's fall media summit?

WiiSpeak Channel dated for Europe

Posted Oct 7th 2008 3:30PM by David Hinkle
Filed under: News, Channels

Wii lovers and fans of speakerphones across Europe, the WiiSpeak Channel has been dated for your region. The Channel and peripheral will debut alongside Animal Crossing: Let's Go to the City on December 5th, less than a month after North America receives the game and service. Sadly, there's no word on what the bundle will cost you and if it'll be much more expensive than the bundle we're getting in North America. We'd like to think it will cost around the same, but we know how you guys get the shaft sometimes.

Ever since it was revealed back at E3, WiiSpeak has been the talk (both good and bad) of the town. Check out our hands-on time with the device, as well as the details you may have missed on the WiiSpeak Channel. Plan on picking one up? Then you might want to check out Game Night, where you'll surely be able to chat with your fellow Wii lovers in the future.

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