• Mega Man x Wario: The Return of 2D

I admire Capcom and Nintendo. They've been making the best games for all these years and haven't lost a single touch. With the success of their new games, I become accustomed to playing and enjoying them to the fullest.

Even though Wario Land: Shake It! got overshadowed by Mega Man 9, I support both equally as the returning age of old school 2D games.
Wario Land took 2D to a new level similar to what Super Paper Mario did.
Mega Man 9 took it much further by going 8-bit.
This game has set a new landmark and paving the way for other classic franchises to make their comeback return in retro style. I'm talking games like Castlevania, Sonic The Hedgehog, Contra, Bionic Commando, etc.
It's not necessary that these games are to go 8-bit/16-bit but to go to a form where they once shined their brightest. And only Mega Man can do it best.
In fact, it's ground-breaking for its time - in the world of High Definition 3D graphics.

Mega Man 9 is built for nothing short of perfection. And to have played this on a Nintendo system on Day 1 release, everything just felt so right for once.

And because of that, I've become as much of a fan as anyone else.
Here are some photos of some things I bought in hype of the game.

Leaping 8-Bit Mega Man T-Shirt:


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I also have my Mega Man 9 Original Soundtrack CD:


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As you might see, I too am a fan of everything 8-Bit and its underground music scene/culture.
My favorite track from the soundtrack is the Magma Man Stage theme, "Magma Burning".

At last, here's a piece of art work I made prior to the release of Mega Man 9 [WiiWare] and Wario Land: Shake It! [Wii].
It's a concept I've been thinking of for a few months.
A joint-project between two of the best game companies, Capcom and Nintendo.
I present to you, Mega Man x Wario wallpaper.



1280 x 1024 - click to download @ my deviantArt

Only one size is available at the moment, but if there are enough requests I'd be obliged to create more sizes.

// Roth

• Wii News & Updates 2008.10.06

WiiWare

Midnight Bowling™ (Gameloft, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone, 800 Wii Points): Plunge directly into the trendy and electric atmosphere of Midnight Bowling. With awesome playing sensations, prepare for ultra-fun gaming thanks to a new physics engine that lets you control your throws precisely and easily with your Wii Remote™ controller and make spectacular spins that will impress your opponents. Face up to three friends in the fun party mode, where your playing abilities will be put to the test. Whatever your experience level, launch yourself into the immersive career mode, where you will play in the trendiest bowling spots on the planet against charismatic characters that will give you a run for your money.
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Midnight_Bowling


MadStone (Riverman Media, 1-2 players, Rated E for Everyone, 800 Wii Points): Time is short. Earth trembles as the forces of nature stir and grow restless. Can you turn the tide? In this dynamic puzzle game, you must clear the path for your elemental MadStones to reach the bottom of the screen. Blocks can be broken by striking them directly or by the force of falling objects. The novice tries frantically to break enough blocks, while the master sets up cascading collapses with only a handful of direct strikes. As two sides struggle for domination, titanic forces build, only to be unleashed in an earth-shaking final confrontation. Experience the mystical single-player journey, or challenge a friend in competitive two-player mode.
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MadStone
YouTube Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecay5OhNCbM&fmt=18

Downloadable Content:


We’re proud to announce that the first of the Downloadable Content packs for Mega Man 9 will be available this week. Here’s the run down on what’s coming out.
Endless Attack (300pts) – Test your skills on a stage without end. Try to break the record for getting the farthest. Results will be displayed in the Rankings page. Not compatible with other Challenges.
Proto Man Mode (200pts) - Play the game as Proto Man. Some of Proto Man’s abilities may differ from Mega Man’s. Proto Man has the Charge Shot ability, Power Slide ability, and a shield that he can utilize to deflect bullets at enemies. However, Proto Man also takes double damage and has double bounce back when he is hit.
There is no story for Proto Man and he is not compatible with Rankings or Challenges.
Both DLC packs are available now on WiiWare Channel today (October 6th, 2008) with XBLA following on October 7th, and PSN releasing October 9th.


Virtual Console


Mario Golf™ (Nintendo 64™, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone, 1,000 Wii Points): Mario™ takes a well-deserved break from his role as the Mushroom Kingdom’s busiest hero and returns to the links for some world-class golfing action. Since no one likes to hit the fairways alone, he’s brought along a group of friends—both familiar characters and brand new ones. Choose from 10 different modes of play and six 18-hole courses in a variety of environments for a golfing experience with endless replay value. Add in fun, colorful graphics with a Mario touch (a Boo indicates wind direction), intuitive controls, incredibly deep game play and multiplayer support (taunt your opponents), and you have a game anyone will enjoy—even if you’ve never played a round of golf. Fore!
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mario_Golf


Shining Force™ II (Sega Genesis, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone—Mild Fantasy Violence, 800 Wii Points): It’s a dark and stormy night in the kingdom of Granseal when a thief steals two jewels from the Tower of the Ancients. He sets in motion strange events that lead to the resurrection of Zeon, the Devil King. Granseal’s king falls sick, the princess is kidnapped, and a door to Arc Valley, the Devil King’s home, is opened. The young swordsman, Bowie, realizing the grave danger Granseal faces, must lead the Shining Force to find the Holy Sword and the stolen jewels, and protect Granseal against the invading armies of Zeon.
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shining_Force_II

Wii
NBA Live 09 All-Play Official Website; IGN; Wiki
Army Men Soldiers Of Misfortune IGN
Crash: Mind Over Mutant IGN
Game Party 2 IGN
Ten Pin Alley 2

Nintendo DS
Spectrobes: Beyond the Portals Official Website; IGN; Wiki
Animal Paradise IGN
Bleach Dark Souls Official Website; IGN; Wiki
Crash: Mind Over Mutant IGN
Imagine Babysitters IGN
Imagine Fashion Designer New York IGN
The Legend Of Kage 2 Official Japanese Website; IGN; Wiki
Prey The Stars Official Website; IGN; Wiki

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IGN's Nintendo 64 Week

Day Three: http://retro.ign.com/articles/915/915214p1.html
and Day Four: http://retro.ign.com/articles/915/915727p1.html

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BBL, I'll go play some more Proto Man.

// Roth

• Mega Man 9 T-Shirt and ScrewAttack's Review

ScrewAttack has done a great review of Mega Man 9, covering just about every question that would be asked.
View @:


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click to enter Capcom Store

The new Mega Man 9 T-shirts are now available for pre-order at the Capcom Store.
The graphic is based on the official Mega Man 9 illustration.
It will be shipping Sep. 30th.

// Roth

• Mega Man Month!

It's MA-M-M-M-M-M-M-M-M-MEGA MAN MONTH~!
Time to celebrate on the release of the new entry of the main numeric Mega Man series.
I've manage to get it downloaded about an hour after release (1PM-ish EST) after I got back from a local art celebration.
To show my Mega pride, I've included a snapshot of my Mega Man T-shirt and Mega Man 9 OST below.



Mega Man™ 9 (CAPCOM, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone-Mild Cartoon Violence, 1,000 Wii Points): Mega Man fans, the wait is over! The classic Blue Bomber that debuted in 1987 is back with the ninth installment in the classic series. It's a new adventure for Mega Man done in an 8-bit style-graphics, music and gameplay are all like you remember them.

Mega Man 9 is developed by Inti Creates, a team made up of former Capcom devs that brought us the first three Mega Man X games, Mega Man Zero, and the Mega Man ZX series.

Mega Man 9 will also be available on PlayStation Network later on Wednesday September 25th and Xbox Live Arcade on October 1st next week.

Official Japanese Website: http://www.capcom.co.jp/rockman/
IGN: http://wii.ign.com/articles/884/884605p1.html
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mega_Man_9
Mega Man 9 Opening Intro on YouTube:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eh1mTmPVKlU&fmt=18[/youtube]
Direct Link

And here's my Mega Man T-shirt:

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I also have my Mega Man 9 Original Soundtrack CD:


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Next, I'd like to get a hold of that E-can to add my collection of energy drinks.
These things are pretty hard to find though.



And let's not forget about the..
Capcom's Mega Man 9 Retail Boxart Press Kit

When we came up with the concept of a "box art" for Mega Man 9, we thought it was kinda funny, since there would be no real retail box for a dowloadable title. The premise of our marketing concept for the game was to promote this title like it was 1987, complete with cheesy art and game descriptions (read the back of the box) that had little to do with the actual game.

We then started to think, well why not? Why don't we recreate an old NES package complete with a real NES cartridge? So, here it is. What do you think?

Unfortunately, we weren't able to put the full game on these cartridges (the licensing and legal issues were a headache and not worth the trouble), but I agree, it would've been cool. Instead, these carts contain a small CD with artwork, game information and screenshots.

Anyway, we're sending these bad boys out this week to our friends from the press. Don't worry, we're thinking about offering a very limited quantity (200) on the Capcom Store, probably with a PSN or XBLA game voucher. Comment below if you're interested.

(Oh yeah, the MM9 shirts are here as well. Darin from the Capcom Store will blog about it once he's ready to make them available. He's just getting back from Indy, but go bug him anyway!)

-John Diamonon

Source

Have a wonderful MA-M-M-M-M-M-M-M-M-MEGA MAN MONTH~! \:D/

// Roth

• Wii News & Updates 2008.08.24

I was on vacation this previous week but I am back now with some nice souvenirs including a classic 8-bit Mega Man T-shirt:


WiiWare


Midnight Pool (Gameloft, 1-2 players, Rated E for Everyone-Mild Suggestive Themes, Simulated Gambling, 800 Wii Points): Take a trip across America to make your dreams come true in a pool tournament worth millions. Visit the most colorful bars and meet seven of the coolest players on the circuit, from country music star Travis to Alison the biologist and John the sheriff. Learn the tricks of the trade through tutorials along the way, while advanced players can take on challenges to show off their trick-shot abilities. Keep things interesting with three sets of rules.
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Midnight_Pool
Official Nintendo Page: http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail...NS7x1kVleRYFgU

Virtual Console


Mega Man (NES, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone-Mild Cartoon Violence, 500 Wii Points): Join the blue bomber in his first-ever adventure as he battles the evil Dr. Wily and his robotic henchmen to restore peace to a troubled world. Mega Man is a super-robot created by the genius scientist Dr. Light. When Dr. Wily goes rogue with an army of six of his own devious robot masters, it's up to Mega Man to put a stop to his nefarious plot by traversing a series of stages rife with enemies, traps and perilous platform challenges. At the end of each stage, conquer one of the robot masters and claim his weapon as your own, using it to your advantage in subsequent fights.
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mega_Man_(video_game)
Official Capcom Page: http://megaman.capcom.com/index.php
Official Nintendo Page: http://www.nintendo.com/wii/virtualc...jrugkee1ee6rfw


NEO TURF MASTERS (NEOGEO, 1-2 players, Rated E for Everyone, 900 Wii Points): This is a golf game that was first released in 1996. The player picks one of six available golfers and competes on a number of golf courses around the world, including Japan (Fujiyama Oriental Golf Club), America (Grand Canyon Golf Course), Australia (Blue Lagoon Golf Course) and Germany (Baden Golf Course). The game features two modes of play. The first is Stroke Play, in which the player attempts to get the best score by playing all 18 holes. The second is Match Play, in which two players compete to see who can win more of the 18 holes. Grab a friend and get ready to hit the fairway.
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neo_Turf_Masters
Official Nintendo Page: http://www.nintendo.com/wii/virtualc...MggGCpn4Rxk8rB

Nintendo DS
Commando: Steel Disaster IGN; Official Website; GameTrailers

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1UP's Retronauts Episode 48: Nintendo Heaven View/Download:
http://www.1up.com/do/minisite?cId=3156908

Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People Episode 2 [WiiWare], Official IGN page including hands-on preview, and screenshots:
http://wii.ign.com/objects/142/14246169.html

Cursed Mountain [Wii], teaser video of an upcoming survival horror, leaked footage caught with camera:
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/38797.html

Dead Rising: Chop Til You Drop [Wii], debut trailer at Games Convention 2008 in Leipzig, Germany:
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/38590.html

MadWorld [Wii], new trailer titled 'Blood Hungry' shown at GC 2008:
http://wii.ign.com/dor/objects/14253...GC_082008.html

The Conduit [Wii], GC 2008 trailer:
http://wii.ign.com/dor/objects/14248...er_082108.html
new screenshots: http://media.wii.ign.com/media/142/14248157/imgs_1.html

Captain Rainbow [Wii], lots of new gameplay footage (wish, fishing, battle, folk dance, shooting star, etc.):
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/38936.html

Castlevania: Judgement [Wii], GC 2008 trailer, more gameplay footage:
http://wii.ign.com/dor/objects/14262...er_082008.html
Official IGN page: http://wii.ign.com/objects/142/14262760.html

Sky Crawlers [Wii], more screenshots:
http://news.dengeki.com/elem/000/000/100/100628/

de Blob [Wii], GC 2008 trailer:
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/38969.html

Kororinpa 2 [Wii] (more details below), debut trailer:
http://www.dailymotion.com/swf/k2tVadqgdaQMgOJLGF
new gameplay footage captured from Games Convention 2008 in Leipzig, Germany:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-TZ3mU42wI

Samba de Amigo [Wii], 'Song Pack' trailer:
http://gamevideos.1up.com/video/id/21043

Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood [NDS], 'Combat' trailer:
http://gamevideos.1up.com/video/id/21042

Tornado [NDS] 'Racoon' trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76ezkNKj4ls&fmt=18

Dragonball DS [NDS], trailer #2:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkGTxjQuvbk&fmt=18

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Dragon Ball: Orgins [NDS] will be the US and European title to Dragonball DS.
IGN has a preview of the game straight from Games Convention 2008:
http://ds.ign.com/articles/902/902341p1.html

Screenshots: http://media.ds.ign.com/media/142/14255195/imgs_1.html

IGN page: http://ds.ign.com/objects/142/14255195.html

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Dr. Slump [NDS], as based on the Anime and Manga of the same name created by Akira Toriyama (best known for Dragonball, DBZ series, Blue Dragon, etc.) and part of the Weekly Shonen Jump, and featured on the Jump Super Stars / Jump Ultimate Stars games, now has its own debut video game coming to Nintendo DS.
- release date revealed: October 30th, 2008 for Japan
Official Website now open! http://b.bngi-channel.jp/ds/dsa/game.html

Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dr_Slump

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More details are mentioned on the latest issue of Nintendo Power about Animal Crossing: City Folk [Wii]

- city area does not show players that are online
- auction house lets you bid on items posted by other users
- happy academy room shows rooms from houses that are decorated especially well
- the city "is a place for people who you have registered as Wii Friends."
- DS to Wii linkup "you can actually take your travel data and download it to your DS."
- take photos, transfer them to SD, email, or Wii friends
- Jingle the Reindeer is back for Toy Day
- Zipper T. Bunny is a new character for 'Bunny Day'
- DLC "We’re thinking of a service where you download new furniture, new wallpaper designs… that sort of thing,"
- all free
- no mention on more motion controls
- once again, Wii Speak is not bundled with the game

Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Animal_Crossing:_City_Folk

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Theresia [NDS], an adventure horror game on Nintendo DS

details:
- developed by Workjam
- help two characters escape a maze by solving puzzles, and combining items
- one character, a young girl that "loves her mom.. a lot"
- other character is Martel, a doctor that found a vaccine for fevers in young children
- both characters are connected, and there is more to learn about both their stories
- Martel paid a price for the vaccine, which we will learn about
- Japan: September 11th, 2008 NA: October 21st, 2008

Source

Boxart and Screenshots: http://www.watch.impress.co.jp/game/...0807/there.htm
Official Website: http://www.arcsystemworks.jp/theresia/
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theresia

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Moon [NDS], a Metroid Prime: Hunters-like first-person shooter title on Nintendo DS, has the release date of November 18th, 2008.
- official website now updated and gone Live!

Official Website: www.moon-game.com
IGN page: http://ds.ign.com/objects/142/14215698.html
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moon_(video_game)

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Kororinpa 2 [Wii] has just been announced at Leipzig GC 2008.

Details:
- 4 player mode
- Level Editor (share levels via WC24 once game is beaten)
- Design your own ball
- Mii support
- balance board support
- 10 stages for balance board, 100 for Wiimote control
- story added concerning an ant’s quest for a sunflower seed
- Konami publishing in Europe, first quarter 2009

Screenshots: http://www.dpadmagazine.com/2008/08/...pa-2-unveiled/

Official Website: http://www.kororinpa.com/
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kororinpa

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Samba de Amigo [Wii]

Release dates:
Europe: Sept. 19th
North America: Sept. 23rd

Day-on release DLC:
* Mambo Mambo – Lou Bega
* I Want Candy – Bow Wow Wow
* Are you Going to Be My Girl – Jet

New songs revealed:
* Baila Me – Gipsy Kings
* Papa Loves Mambo – Perry Como*
* Mambo No. 8 – Perez Prado
* Conga – Miami Sound Machine*
* Low Rider – War
* Mambo No. 5 – Lou Bega*
* Oye Como Va – Santana*
* Asereje – Las Ketchup*
* Arriba Allez – Bellini
* Magalenha – Bellini and Mondonca Do Rio
* Ran Kan Ran – Tito Puento*
* Groove Is In the Heart – Dee Lite
* Jump in the Line – Harry Belafonte*
* Do It Well – Jennifer Lopez*
* Como Ves – Ozomatli
* Cha Cha – Chelo
* Pon de Replay – Rihanna
* Smooth – Santana*
* Mexican Flyer – Ken Woodman*
* Borriquito – Charo
* Un Aguardiente – WaveGroup
* Solo Tu – WaveGroup
* Tango With Me – WaveGroup

Source

Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samba_de_amigo#Wii_version
Official IGN page: http://wii.ign.com/objects/966/966047.html

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MadWorld [Wii]

More details:
- amount of blood on-screen does not impact main character or enemies (you will not slip and fall)
- final length of game is undecided, but don’t expect a long game
- New minigame: Death Press - fill a hole with enemies as a giant spiked arm comes down and crushes them
- motorcycle is for travel between towns only. You will fight and go through different sequences when you ride
- dev team has no idea how the game will be launched in Japan, but the game will be kept as it was always meant to be

*Due to its violent nature, SEGA recently announced that the game is now banned from release in Germany after its exposure during GC08, Leipzig.

New MadWorld trailer titled 'Blood Hungry' shown at GC 2008:
http://wii.ign.com/dor/objects/14253...GC_082008.html

Official IGN page: http://wii.ign.com/objects/142/14253678.html
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madworld
Official UK website: http://www.sega.co.uk/platinumgames/...hUK/index.html

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Cursed Mountain [Wii]

- upcoming survival horror/adventure
- takes place in the late 1980s in the Himalayas
- site open!

Official Website: http://cursedmountain.deepsilver.com/us/agegate.php
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cursed_Mountain

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World Of Goo [Wii]

Official 2D Boy (developer) Blog update:
- "Translations into 5 languages (English, Spanish, French, Italian, German) is 91% done. I hope one day we'll be able to do Japanese too.."
- Cut-scenes: finishing up the very last end-of-game sequence, and the credits movie
- OCD: "We're putting in "OCD Flags" for each level, "Obsessive Completion Distinction", received if you complete a level under under extremely difficult criteria (ie. extremely high ball count, very fast, etc.)"
- Playtesting: we’re having friends and family play through the whole game, on camera, so we can tune level difficulty, find out if objectives are unclear, confusing, etc.

More details:
- Euro publisher is RTL Games
- Final retail price: 39,99€
- delayed to Q1 2009 for Europe
- NA to see WiiWare release this year
- new chapter added: The Moon
- each chapter has a unique theme (fanboyism, marketing, other tongue-in-cheek themes)
- 50+ levels.
- Online leaderboards: your stats are represented by a cloud on the Tower of Goo.
- Info shown: country with a flag, score, position, height
- one of the devs is provides voices for the game
- no Wiimote speaker use, dev team doesn’t like it
- rumble supported
- TV advertisements being discussed (most likely for retail version)
- Nintendo has been “wonderful” and “Very honest”
- 4 player co-op remains intact

Source

Official 2D Boy blog: http://2dboy.com/2008/08/14/leipzig-...i-goo-updates/
Official Website: http://2dboy.com/games.php
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_of_Goo

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Tactical Assassins 2 [WiiCade] is now available for play at WiiCade.com, a flash-based game to play via your Wii's Internet Channel.
Link: http://www.wiicade.com/playGame.aspx...20Assassin%202

Source

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Capcom has posted a final update concerning the Okami [Wii] special replacement cover art redemption.

Bad news: It may take a little longer for them to send the prints (including a confirmation email)
Good news: Since it took so long, they are shipping all 3 pieces of art to those who asked for replacements.

Capcom's Blog: http://www.capcom-unity.com/cferris/...__final_update

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Catch up on my previous Wii News & Updates as well as other video game related topics at my Blogspot, Xanga, or Multiply.
Recent news about me:
- Got my prizes for winning the WiiNin Mario Kart Wii online tournament: Chopper Commandos T-shirt, Pokemon Diamond stylis, Wii-ID battery cover.
- Mega Man T-shirt Get! Photos
- Got one of those echochrome looking art figures


// Roth

• Wii News & Updates 2008.08.11

This week's releases include a funny WiiWare title, two import VC titles, and MADDING MADDENING MADDEN~!

WiiWare


Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People Episode 1: Homestar Ruiner (Telltale Games, 1 player, Rated T for Teen-Crude Humor, Mild Cartoon Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes, 1,000 Wii Points): Charming. Suave. Awesome. These are the words Strong Bad would use to describe himself. In a world gone mad, only one man can be trusted to save the day. A man with an attitude. A man called Strong Bad. As the star of the Homestar Runner Web cartoons, Strong Bad has been answering e-mails (in boxing gloves), pranking his friends, pummeling his enemies, and making people with questionable taste snort milk out of their noses for years now. And he's branched out to star in Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People, a monthly five-episode series. In Episode 1: Homestar Ruiner, Strong Bad's plans to beat the snot out of Homestar backfire, and he ends up with an unwanted houseguest cramping his style. Now he needs to get life back to normal by any means possible. But wait, there's more: Teen Girl Squad comics, achievements, funny costumes and arcade games. You can even send pictures and messages to Wii Friends using Strong Bad's computer. So how about it? Can you handle Strong Bad's style?
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strong_...ractive_People
Official Site: http://www.telltalegames.com/strongbad
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYqITXXnPsA&fmt=18

Virtual Console


Break In (TurboGrafx16, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone-Tobacco Reference, 700 Wii Points): Gather up to four players for an authentic game of pool right in your own home. Choose from six billiards games including 9-Ball, Rotation and Carom (a game played without pockets). Use Simulation mode to calculate the perfect shot, or select Action mode and check out what went wrong with your missed shots. With all that to choose from, Break In gives players-from beginners to experts-all the elements necessary to enjoy a great game of pool. But it doesn't stop there. Select Technique to practice your angles or even go for a trick shot. Get some help from the CPU and hone your skills. With Break In, you'll be a pro in no time.
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Break_In
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4z_7f2ivpY


Star Parodier (TurboGrafx16 CD-ROM, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone-Mild Cartoon Violence, 900 Wii Points): Star Parodier is the hilarious spoof of the classic Hudson shooter Star Soldier. In this parody, there are three playable ships for players to choose from: the ingratiating PAROCEASER, the hot-headed BOMBERMAN, and the ever-so-introverted PC-ENGINE. Players control one of these unique and original ships and set off to blast their way through eight stages on the planet PAROSON. The comical characters take the color and flavor of the Soldier series to the next level and are guaranteed to leave players mesmerized. In addition to the normal game mode, there are also the familiar two-minute and five-minute attack modes, making Star Parodier the complete package that is sure to have players coming back for more.
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_Parodier
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDo3y35IqlY

Wii
Madden NFL 09 All-Play Official Website; Wiki; IGN

Nintendo DS
Madden NFL 2009 IGN
Bangai-O Spirits Wiki; IGN
Imagine Teacher IGN

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Madden NFL 09 All-Play [Wii], new features incl. 5 on 5, Playcalling, Call Your Shots, Celebrate Your Success, Improved Tackling..
Official YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfdxwvV3qBA
Controls: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sN1msTmitrc

Mushroom Men: The Spore Wars [Wii] gameplay videos:
http://wii.ign.com/dor/objects/88463...e-wars/videos/

The Conduit [Wii] gameplay videos:
http://wii.ign.com/dor/objects/14248..._080508_3.html

DDR Hottest Party 2 [Wii] trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27uhmWl-BiU&fmt=18

Rayman Raving Rabbids 3 [Wii] new video:
http://www.codenamerevolution.com/?p=7850

MySims Kingdom [Wii] official trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ud4iAEgwkS4&fmt=18

Captain Rainbow [Wii] new trailer #5 with subtitles (brought to you by WiiFolder):
http://www.wipido.com/video/2721

Pokemon Platinum [NDS] new preview trailer (with new Pokemon!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdfkCKxfUro

Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure [NDS] trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uYlVRLrPXE&fmt=18
Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhapsod...ical_Adventure

Metal Slug 7 [NDS] debut US trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvHSrC9yAac&fmt=18

My Aquarium (previously known as Blue Oasis in Japan) debut English trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDsMnUrx7kw&fmt=18

Mega Man 9 [WiiWare] gameplay videos:
http://wii.ign.com/dor/objects/14260..._elephant.html

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Rockman 9 (Mega Man 9) soundtracks heading to Japan soon
- Choose between 8bit compositions or arranged tracks
- Part 1: 8-bit will be released on Sep. 12th, will include 35 original tracks
- Part 2: Arranged version will be released on Oct. 10

Pre-Order

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Nintendo Channel Updates

Videos
Strong Bad’s Info Video 2
Mario Kart Wii: Who’s playing Wii today? 2
Developer’s Voice 3: Madden NFL 09 All-Play
Developer’s Voice 4: Madden NFL 09 All-Play
How Do You Play? Nintendogs
Age of Empires: Mythologies Info Video
Disney Fairies: Tinker Bell Info Video
Quantum of Solace Info Video
Digest Video

Demos (Expire 8/17)
Air Traffic Chaos
PICTOIMAGE
Carnival Games

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Guitar Hero: World Tour [Wii]

Songs confirmed so far..
* Airbourne - "Too Much Too Young…"
* Black Rebel Motorcycle Club - "Weapon of Choice"
* Bob Seger - "Hollywood Nights"
* Dinosaur Jr. - "Feel The pain"
* Silversun Pickups - "Lazy Eye"
* Survivor - "Eye of the Tiger"
* Black Label Society - "Stillborn"
* Metallica - "Trapped Under Ice"
* System of a Down - "B.Y.O.B."

* Blink 182 - "Dammit"
* Linkin Park - "What I’ve Done"
* Paramore - "Misery Business"
* The Doors - "Love Me Two Times"
* The Eagles - "Hotel California"

* Ozzy Osbourne - "Crazy Train"
* Ozzy Osbourne - "Mr. Crowley"
* Van Halen - "Hot for Teacher"
* Jimi Hendrix - "Purple Haze (Live, 1969)"
* Jimi Hendrix - "The Wind Cries Mary"
* At the Drive-In - "One Armed Scissor"
* Sublime - "Santeria"
* Billy Idol - "Rebel Yell"
* Foo Fighters - "Everlong"
* Steve Miller Band - "The Joker"
* Interpol - "Obstacle 1"
* The Doors - "Light My Fire"
* Michael Jackson - "Beat It"
* Linkin Park - "In The End"
* Smashing Pumpkins - "Bullet with Butterfly Wings"
* Lenny Kravitz - "Are You Gonna Go My Way"
* The Answer - "Never Too Late"

Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guitar_Hero_World_Tour
Official Website: http://www.guitarhero.com/

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Rock Revolution [Wii]

partial tracklist revealed..
* blink 182 - "All The Small Things"
* System Of A Down - "Chop Suey!"
* Quiet Riot (Slade) - "Cum On Feel The Noize"
* Fall Out Boy - "Dance, Dance"
* Kiss - "Detroit Rock City"
* Dream Theater - "Pull Me Under"
* The Killers - "Somebody Told Me"
* Rush - "Spirit Of Radio"
* Korn - "Falling Away From Me"
* Linkin Park - "Given Up"
more @

Source

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This week’s Game Savings

Amazon.com:
Madden 09 comes with $10 gift card

GameStop:
Madden 09 Midnight Launch & Preview: Pre-order Madden NFL 09, get exclusive coupon "playbook" worth over $50. (limited quantities)

GameCrazy:
Madden 09 Midnight Launch & Preview, Super Bowl tickets giveaway (see details in store)

Circuit City:
Order Madden 09, get free $5 gift card (CircuitCity.com)
Free EA Sports Mini Football with Madden 2009 Purchase
Rock Band Bundle [Wii]: $149.99
Super Smash Bros. Brawl [Wii]: $39.99
Mario Party 8 [Wii]: $39.99
MLB Power Pros [Wii]: $15.99
Imagine Teacher [NDS]: $19.99
Imagine Babyz [NDS]: $19.99
Madden NFL 2009 [NDS]: $14.99

Best Buy:
Madden 09 Midnight Launch: Order Madden 09, save $10 on another game priced $29.99+ (BestBuy.com)
Wii Fit IN STOCK
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games [Wii]: $39.99
Space Chimps [Wii]: $29.99
Rayman Raving Rabbids 2 [Wii]: $19.99
Free $10 Best Buy Gift Card with purchase of Little League World Series Baseball 2008 [Wii]

Target:
Brain Age: $17
Brain Age 2: $17
CrossworDS: $17
Flash Focus: $17
High School Musical: $17
Hannah Montana: $17

Walmart:
Order Madden 09, get free $10 gift card (Walmart.com)

Kmart:
Little League World Series Baseball 2008 [Wii]: $29.99
Kung Fu Panda [Wii]: $29.99
Guitar Hero Aerosmith [Wii]: $39.99
Guitar Hero Aerosmith Bundle [Wii]: $89.99
Guitar Hero 3 Bundle [Wii]: $59.99
Free Mini Folio with purchase of any 2 of the following DS titles: (Brain Age 2, Flash Focus, New Super Mario Bros, Nintendogs Dalmation)

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Catch up on previous Wii News & Updates at my Blogspot, Xanga, or Multiply.
Recent news about me:
- Mission Complete on SIREN: Blood Curse [PSN]. Videos available at my Ustream. Soon to be on the blog.
- Resident Evil 4 [Wii edition] live feed to start tonight. Either subscribe to my Twitter or Ustream.
- Got my mini Super Mushroom coin bank! Photo Green super mushroom coming soon..

// Roth