Archive for Category: "E3"

Frogger 3D (3DS) – Hands-On First Impressions

Frogger 3D (3DS) – Hands-On First Impressions

Konami is bringing Frogger back for his 30th anniversary in “Frogger 3D” for Nintendo 3DS. While there was a Frogger game with the same name before, this is not it. This 3DS title has a much different feel than the original Frogger, but it is still the core game you have come to know and [...]

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FIFA 12 (3DS) – Hands-On First Impressions

FIFA 12 (3DS) – Hands-On First Impressions

If you have read my game reviews before, you will notice that I enjoy a good sports video game. FIFA 12 is coming out on the Nintendo 3DS, and I got some hands-on time with it at E3 2011. While the game looks just all right in 2D mode, it really comes alive when you [...]

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The Adventures of TinTin (3DS) – Hands-On First Impressions

The Adventures of TinTin (3DS) – Hands-On First Impressions

While searching the E3 2011 show floor, I ran across a Nintendo 3DS game from Ubisoft called “Adventures of TinTin.” Quite honestly, I had no idea what this was about (sorry, fans; hold back the flames) or what I was doing, and that never changed during my ten minutes of play. Apparently, it follows the [...]

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Power Rangers Samurai (Wii) – Hands-On First Impressions

Power Rangers Samurai (Wii) – Hands-On First Impressions

On day two of E3 2011, I got some hands on with Power Rangers Samurai for Wii. In the demo version, I was only able to play with the red ranger. Control used both the Wii Remote and Nunchuk. No waggle was included in the controls, which was a major benefit. Usually these types of [...]

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New Super Smash Bros. Details Arise

New Super Smash Bros. Details Arise

Creator Masahiro Sakurai stated that talk about a new Smash Bros. between Iwata and himself begun as soon as Brawl was released. Sakurai came to the conclusion that a Smash Bros. title was needed for the 3DS. Then Iwata talked to him about the WiiU and Sakurai decided that it would be necessary for a [...]

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Take a Tour of Nintendo’s Booth at E3 2011

Take a Tour of Nintendo’s Booth at E3 2011

Take a quick tour with me through Nintendo’s booth at E3 2011. You will see Zelda: Skyward Sword, multiple Wii U tech demos, the Nintendo 3DS demos, Kirby Wii, Just Dance 3, and more.

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FIFA 12 (3DS) – Street Gameplay from E3 2011

FIFA 12 (3DS) – Street Gameplay from E3 2011

While it might not be entirely close, here is a bit of street soccer gameplay from FIFA 12 for Nintendo 3DS from the E3 2011 floor. I apologize for the far-off view, as it was difficult to get a good shot. You may want to watch full screen in HD in order to see better.

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Kirby Mass Attack (DS) – Gameplay and Interview from E3 2011

Kirby Mass Attack (DS) – Gameplay and Interview from E3 2011

I was able to spend some time talking with a Nintendo representative about the upcoming Kirby game for Nintendo DS called, “Kirby Mass Attack.” It is an entirely touch-based game, and it will be out this September.

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Mystery Case Files: The Malgrave Incident (Wii) – Gameplay from E3 2011

Mystery Case Files: The Malgrave Incident (Wii) – Gameplay from E3 2011

Here is some gameplay from the upcoming Wii title, “Mystery Case Files: The Malgrave Incident” from E3 2011.

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Captain America: Super Soldier (Wii) – Gameplay from E3 2011

Captain America: Super Soldier (Wii) – Gameplay from E3 2011

Here is some gameplay from an E3 2011 demo of “Captain America: Super Soldier” for Wii. They also had the PS3 and 360 versions running on the sides, so you will also see a bit of comparison shots.

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Death to the Friend Code?

Death to the Friend Code?

Multiple sources are reporting that Nintendo’s next home console will not utilize the much hated Friend Code system for its online component. We do not have 100% confirmation this is in fact going to happen. Though, if it does, what exactly will they replace it with? We do not know just yet, but Ubisoft is [...]

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Nintendo/Ubisoft Wii U Developer Roundtable Info

Nintendo/Ubisoft Wii U Developer Roundtable Info

So the joint Nintendo and Ubisoft Developer Roundtable just happened.. Satoru Iwata, President of Nintendo, introduced Yves Guillemot, President of Ubisoft. The two said they worked closely together on Wii U. Below are the significant details revealed today… Ubisoft has 5 Wii U games on the way: Raving Rabbids, an Assassin’s Creed title, Tom Clancy’s [...]

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The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword – Gameplay from E3 2011

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword – Gameplay from E3 2011

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword is soon approaching for Wii. Check out a couple gameplay videos, which show off more of the game than seen before. Dungeon Boss Battle

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Shield Pose (Wii U) Tech Demo Gameplay at E3 2011

Shield Pose (Wii U) Tech Demo Gameplay at E3 2011

In the Wii U tech demo from E3 2011, Shield Pose, players use rhythm and direction to block incoming arrows.

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Battle Mii (Wii U) – Tech Demo Gameplay

Battle Mii (Wii U) – Tech Demo Gameplay

The Wii U tech demos at E3 2011 included one called Battle Mii, where one player will fly around in a ship (using the new controller) while the others search and shoot the ship down (using Wii Remotes).

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