[Thanks, Ryan!]
Brawl character selection screen revealed
[Thanks, Ryan!]
Nintendo mysteriously updates Everybody Votes, Opera throws the browser a keyboard bone
While exciting on the face, though, today's update ends up being less than thrilling. Much-needed keyboard functionality came to the Opera browser, but it's still limited, and the Wii remote must be used to navigate through text boxes. Take the average search form as an example; at the computer, most of the time, you can type in your search terms and hit enter -- or at the most, tab to the search button and then hit enter. No such luck with the Wii's browser. It's more like this:
- Navigate to text box with Wii remote
- Enter text on keyboard
- Navigate to enter/search button with Wii remote
- Profit. Very slow and awkward profit, but better than a poke in the eye with ye olde sharp stick.
The Play 'n Learn bundle issue cleared up, sort of
1up contacted Nintendo about the UPC, and Nintendo told them in no uncertain terms that "Wii Play 'n Learn" was definitely not related to any hardware bundle, including the one it's associated to. They cited a possible mistake in the UPC filing. That means that "Wii Play 'n Learn" is something else. Our guess is that it's probably some kind of game which enables you to learn-- while playing.
Mario Kart Wii just got a bit less kartish
Also, a low quality trailer (via Go Nintendo) can be found past the post break.
Knuckles and Sonic get it on
If it weren't for all the other crazy news coming out of Japan right now, we would be tempted to call this Mario & Sonic week. Every time we turn around, it seems like we're seeing new bits from their upcoming joint Olympics title. Not that we're complaining, though -- not when it means we get to see Yoshi's stats and Knuckles and Sonic trying to poke each other with pointy objects. We can only guess it's Sonic's year to kick ass and take names. Check out the updated gallery below for the latest images from the game!
SMG update: Toy robots, manta rays, and more!
Even with all the critical news hitting the press today, Super Mario Galaxy was never in danger of being cast aside. Still, to make sure we wouldn't forget who loves us (and where our money's going this November), Nintendo packed our lunch with new screenshots from its highly anticipated 3D platformer.
We have no idea what is going on in the above screenshot, but whatever it is, it's totally awesome. There's a 2D Mario sprite hopping around, another Mario is flying past a wind-up toy robot, and it all looks like it's taking place in someone's bedroom. Jump past the break for more!
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Mario heads back to the diamond
No news on who will be developing the game, whether it be an internal Nintendo studio or outsourced to someone else. Also, no screens were shown and no release date is known as of right now. Still, we're happy to hear that something a bit more fleshed out than Wii Sports: Baseball will be hitting the Wii.
Croal goes on CNN to discuss Manhunt 2
Of course, she still brought up the whole "kids acting out murder" thing. Croal, however, brought up the common sense argument, stating that the game is rated "M" for mature, and isn't designed for children. Of couse, some kids are still going to get their hands on it, but he believes (just like many other sane individuals) that it is up to the parents to keep their kids away from material that isn't appropriate for them.
Dojo update: Sonic the Hedgehog (of course)
After dropping the bomb on us very late last night (or really early this morning, depending on how you want to look at it), it's only natural that the dojo would update us with a new trailer and bio for newcomer Sonic the Hedgehog. And, based on the trailer above, Sonic's Final Smash involves him transforming into his super self. Be sure to also hit up the gallery below, where some screens of Sonic in-game await your eager eyes. And be sure to head past the break for another new trailer for the game.
Gallery: SSBB gallery two
Gallery: Super Smash Bros. Brawl
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Mario and Sonic joined by Mii at the Olympics
Hey, guess what? I'm going to be in Mario & Sonic at the Olympics! Yes, that's right, my very own Mii will be included in the cast of characters set to strut their stuff in a variety of different events when the game releases next month. In fact, you're just as lucky as me, as your Mii will be included in the game, as well. Don't you feel special? We certainly do.Sega announced that the upcoming game will include full support of Miis. So, if you want to know how you'd do in the 5K against Sonic, then feel free to give it a go.
Monster Hunter 3 moved from PS3 to Wii
Monster Hunter 3 was previously announced for the PS3, but Capcom has now changed their plan and announced it as a Wii exclusive. Without the barrier of having to buy a new $500+ system, Monster Hunter 3 (tri-) (that's the official title-- we don't know either!) should be quite the hit. An important part of the Monster Hunter experience is online play. We expect such a feature will appear on the Wii, though we don't look forward to seeing how the game will integrate friend codes.
Wii Fanboy Weekly October 3, 2007 - October 10, 2007
Wii Fanboy is constantly striving to bring you content you care about. Whether its original content from our crack team of writers or the latest news and information pertaining to the Nintendo Wii, we're always working hard for you. And, best of all, we don't ask you for anything more than to read our stories. So, do us a solid and check out some of our great content below:
- Wii wins the Amazon wedding registry war
The new breed of wedding gifts. - New Wii SKU is actually Wii Play 'N Learn
UPC information has been updated on the new rumored Wii SKU. - Revolutionary: Shells 'n' Cheese
A look at peripherals. - VC Monday Madness video wrap-up 10/8/07
NeoGeo games don't play nice. - Friday Video: Zack, Wiki and hats
This week focuses on Capcom's upcoming pirate adventure. - Virtually Overlooked: Time Cruise
We take a look at Time Cruise, a game for the TurboGrafx16 and tell you why it should be on the Virtual Console. - New WiiWare titled revealed in Gravitronix
Gravitronix joins PLÄTTCHEN twist 'n' paint as an upcoming WiiWare download. - The VC Advantage: Shout at the Devil
Need help dominating some of the newest games released on the Virtual Console? We got you covered. - Revolutionary: This is not the Star Wars you're looking for
Utilizing the GlovePIE script, we give motion-based controls to Star Wars: Episode 1 Racer. - Nintendo cares about Wiimote safety
Nintendo is spending big bucks to make sure you don't break your Wiimote (or someone's face). - VC Monday Madness video wrap-up 10/1/07
We provide homegrown footage of Sin & Punishment and Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels. - Turbo CD game Air Zonk to grace the Virtual Console
North America gets its first Turbo CD game for the Virtual Console in Air Zonk. - Friday Video: Destroyer of Oil
This week's featured video is none other than some trailers for No More Heroes. - TGS 2007 round-up
All of the Wii-specific news from the show, neatly organized for you.
Ghost Squad stands out from the crowd
Between these, the dolphin squirt guns, and the be-swimsuited antagonists, Ghost Squad's bonus mode is starting to become very aquatic-themed. It's also becoming very hilariously surreal, and we can't wait to see what else pops up. Oh, Sega. You've already earned our admiration. You had us at dolphin-shaped guns. It's strange, but even more than the Sega fan dream of a NiGHTS sequel, a port is bringing back our long-dormant feelings of Sega fandom.
Slew of new titles announced for Wii Ware
Though its potential can't be denied, Nintendo's Wii Ware channel, an upcoming download service for new Wii games, didn't impress us much with the seemingly low-budget titles announced for it so far. Nintendo amended that worriment today at its Tokyo conference by revealing a lineup of impressive projects in progress, turning our "Excitement Level" knob to eleven, one measure greater than what we previously thought the mechanism allowed.
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Little King and the Promised Land (1500 Wii Points, March), a "country-building sim," stands out from the bunch, promising an exclusive side story which takes place after the original GameCube game. This marks the fourth entry to the series and the second Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles title announced for the Wii. Square Enix has already made a teaser site for you to load up and immediately close once you've realized that there's almost nothing there yet.
Hudson, having kept things on and poppin' on the Virtual Console side for some time now, demonstrated its commitment to the new service by announcing new games like Bomberman, Star Soldier R, and Joysound, the last of which will be a karaoke title. Namco Bandai also chimed in with Mojipittan, a Japanese word puzzle game.
As for Nintendo's contributions to the Wii Ware channel, the company announced Dr. Mario (!!!), Pokemon Farm, Puzzloop for Everyone, and Maruboushikaku, all of which appearing to have some form of Mii integration. You can preview screenshots for those titles at the Famitsu links below.
Read - FFCC: The Little King and the Promised Land teaser site
Read - FFCC: The Little King and the Promised Land screenshots
Read - Star Soldier R screenshots
Read - Mojipittan screenshots
Read - Dr. Mario, Pokemon Farm, Puzzloop for Everyone, and Maruboushikaku screenshots
Wii Warm Up: Waggle Waggle Revolution
What does the Wii need in order to have a truly classic music game library? Ports, remakes, sequels, or even original ideas are welcome. We long for a new version of Enix's early rhythm game Bust a Groove, whose combination of attack moves and somewhat flexible timing is still totally unique.
