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Nintendo fans play more Sonic than Wii Music
Original at supertechnews.com
• 3 hours ago
Did you know that Nintendo records the average play time of titles you and your family plays? I didn’t know that, but they do. They where even 14 Vote(s)
News: Hanabi festival stuffs Wii/DSiWare/VC
Original at Eurogamer
• 5 hours ago
Mario Calculator! Mario Clock! There are several offerings spread across DSiWare, WiiWare and Virtual Console today - all in celebration of another Hanabi festival. This typically fills Nintendo's online cupboards with old games previously restricted to Japan, and bumps the price u...
Engadget Podcast 153 - 07.03.2009: Independence Day edition
Original at Engadget
• 5 hours ago
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How Many Hours People Play Nintendo's Wii Games (Sorry, Donkey Kong) [Nintendo]
Original at Kotaku
• 6 hours ago
By Stephen Totilo Wii Sports (November 2006) — 35 hours, 47 minutes Mario Kart Wii (April 2008) – 31 hours, 40 minutes Excite Truck – (November 2006) 12 hours, 39 minutes Battalion Wars 2 (October 2007) — 12 hours, 23 minutes Wii Music (October 2008) — 9 hours, 17 minutes
SouthPeak delivers Roogoo for Wii and DS
Original at Adrenaline Vault
• 6 hours ago
By Michele White SouthPeak Games has released two new additions to their growing Roogoo series: Roogoo Twisted Towers for Wii and Roogoo Attack! for DS. Only quick reflexes and thinking can save Planet Roo from the vicious Prince Moo and his wicked Meemoo followers. Both games follow the Roogoos through c...
Wii firmware 4.1 hits Japan
Original at Go Nintendo
• 15 hours ago
By RawmeatCowboy Japanese Wii owners are now getting the 4.1 firmware upgrade for their Wii. What’s the big change with this latest update? It appears that Japanese users were having some issues with the Wii after playing Wii Sports Resort. If you were to play Wii Sports Resort, and then load a WiiWare or [...]
Team6 Game Studios proudly presents their new website and 5 Wii games
Original at Go Nintendo
• 22 hours ago
By RawmeatCowboy 18 singleplayer missions Everything in sight is destructable Control your helicopter with Wii mote and Nunchuk Monster Trucks Mayhem Enormous tires, incredible, massive engine power and the shocking excitement of Monster Trucks has made it to the Nintendo Wii system (and PC)!
Patch: Wii homebrew game - bugiin v1.3
Original at Wii
• 22 hours ago
By Ryan F. Homebrew coder Brunette redhead has released a new update for Bugiin, a spinoff of Mario Paint's mini game Gnat Attack for the Nintendo Wii. The game features two main game modes, the classic mode, which is level based much like the original and a swarm mode which features endless enemies. T...
New Astro Boy Game, New Screens, New Impressions [Impressions]
Original at Kotaku
• 22 hours ago
By Stephen Totilo The Wii version of the next Astro Boy game showed up in New York a couple of weeks ago. As of July, we can cover it. Click the thumbnails. Look at the screens. Read my notes. All at once. Really, click to expand. I'm trying something new here by doing a preview as a series of captions.)
The Conduit - review
Original at Go Nintendo
• Thu, Jul 2
By RawmeatCowboy An outstanding effort for an independent third party. It raises the bar for graphics, controls, and online gameplay for FPS on the Wii. While the single player could use more variety and co-op, the online is the best on the system. High Voltage along with SEGA have just proven there place as th...
Patch: Wii homebrew - Wii7800 v0.2
Original at QJ.net - Wii
• Wed, Jul 1
• 3 related articles
Homebrew coder Raz0red has released the second update for Wii7800, a port of ProSystem emulator for the Nintendo Wii. The new update has added lots of features and some more tweak.s. Version 0.2 changelog: Lightgun support High score cartridge support Increased accuracy of Maria cycle tim...
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Patch: Wii homebrew - Wii7800 v0.2
Original at Qj.net
• Wed, Jul 1
• 3 related articles
Homebrew coder Raz0red has released the second update for Wii7800, a port of ProSystem emulator for the Nintendo Wii. The new update has added lots of features and some more tweak.s. Version 0.2 changelog: Lightgun support High score cartridge support Increased accuracy of Maria cycle tim...
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Patch: Wii homebrew - FCE Ultra GX v3.0.5
Original at Wii
• Wed, Jul 1
By Ryan F. More updates from homebrew dev Tantric today as he released a new version of FCE Ultra GX, a modified port of FCE ultra v0.98.12 NES emulator for the Nintendo Wii. The latest release has fixed the auto-update, increased file browser list, added new features and fixed various bugs.
Wii Sports Resort scores 94%
Original at CVG Online
• Wed, Jul 1
A "must-have" says Official Nintendo mag. Nintendo The Official Magazine has published the first Wii Sports Resort review, calling the sequel a "must-have game" for fans of the original and those who want to see what MotionPlus is all about. Click here to read the full article Related Stor...
The Ten Most Avidly-Played Wii Games In America (As Of July 1)
Original at Kotaku
• Wed, Jul 1
By Stephen Totilo I tracked these numbers for the first of the month since September of 2008 and will continue to here for Kotaku. These stats are through July 1. We skipped the June report due to E3, but Kotaku's newest intern, Andrew Freedman did a great job catching those numbers for our records early last mo...
Opinion: GoNintendo ‘End of Day’ thoughts - Spreading the word on Wii games
Original at Go Nintendo
• Wed, Jul 1
By RawmeatCowboy How do we go about combating situations like these? I think it comes down to the gaming press, and its coverage of Nintendo platforms. The Wii and DS may be the biggest sellers in this generation, but the coverage of their games pales in comparison to 360/PS3/PSP. Many outlets just don’t devo...
Patch: Wii homebrew - Snes9x GX v4.0.7
Original at Wii
• Tue, Jun 30
By Ryan F. Fixed auto-updateIncreased file browser listing to 10 entries, decreased font sizeAdded text scrolling on file browserAdded reset button for controller mappingsSettings are now loaded from USB when loading the app from USB on HBCFixed menu crashes caused by ogg player bugsFixed me...
Opinion: Nintendo Voice Chat: Episode 51
Original at WiiNintendo
• Tue, Jun 30
By hey_suburbia Bozon and Matt would recommend Tiger Woods MotionPlus bundle over Wii Sports Resort, but if you’re not a golf fan you should buy Wii Sports Resort Predictions for The Conduit for the end of the year – 250K – 300K for Bozon, Matt agreed with it – Matt optimistically HOPING for above 500K – Prob...
How To: Copying Wii Games Using A Game Copy Software
Original at sterlingsilveraccessories.com
• Mon, Jun 29
Do you want to learn how to copy Wii games? There is no doubt that Nintendo Wii is one of the most popular video consoles in the market these days. Hwoever, games are expensive. You do not want to have to replace a game if something happens to it and it gets scratched or broken. It is very easy...
Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast, Episode 51
Original at IGN
• Mon, Jun 29
By IGN Staff Matt, Craig and Mark chat about Wii Sports Resort, Conduit sales projections and more.
The Conduit Review: A Bland, But Enjoyable Shooter
Original at Kotaku
• Mon, Jun 29
By Brian Crecente But the Wii-exclusive first-person shooter hopes to win gamers over not with its plot and known voice talent, but its nuanced controls and solid multiplayer gaming. With the ability to tweak every control in the game, from HUD layout to motion controls, High Voltage Software seems to be g...
How To: Get The Best Wii Games Using Wii Game Downloads
Original at submitarticlesfree.com
• Mon, Jun 29
• 4 related articles
Lots of kids, as well as adults, are fanatics of Nintendo Wii games. Because of this, we decided to provide you with tips on how to get games without spending too much money. Each Wii game is expensive, and to be able to get it at low costs, you can avail the games through online downloading. Wii...
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Opinion: Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 Wii - Best Golf Game Ever?
Original at Nintendo Wii News and Views
• Sun, Jun 28
By JohnnyV Earlier in the month, I provided my first impressions of Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 on the Nintendo Wii. Since, I’m still addicted to the greatest, most frustrating golf game I’ve ever played. So, yes - I believe Tiger Woods 10 on the Nintendo Wii is ‘the‘ golf game to play. My opinion counts for ver...
SimEarth - review
Original at Go Nintendo
• Sun, Jun 28
By RawmeatCowboy A portion of a OMG Nintendo review… For 800 Wii Points, you get a game that you could still be playing this time next year. Full review here A portion of a OMG Nintendo review… For 800 Wii Points, you get a game that you could still be playing this time next year. Full review here
Here’s How Downloading Wii Games Gives You The Newest Games
Original at antiboothbabes.com
• Sun, Jun 28
• 4 related articles
by Sam Lockwood Lots of kids, as well as adults, are fanatics of Nintendo Wii games. Because of this, we decided to provide you with tips on how to get games without spending too much money. Each Wii game is expensive, and to be able to get it at low costs, you can avail the games through online...
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Kotaku Originals: The Beer Frame [Original]
Original at Kotaku
• Sat, Jun 27
By Owen Good Nintendo How Much Of New Mario Vs. DK Is Actually New The Little Things Noticed At Our Nintendo Demos Why Guys Should Care About Girl-Game Style Savvy Fifty-Seven Flights Up With New Super Mario Bros. Wii Pokemans Pokemon Heart Gold/Soul Silver Dated For Japan
How To Burn Nintendo Wii Games
Original at articlesbase.com
• Fri, Jun 26
Learn How To Burn Nintendo Wii Games by using a simple software program that offers multiple burning options. Read Full Article Here: http://www.articlesbase.com/video-games-articles/how-to-burn-nintendo-wii-games- 996748.html
Dawn of Discovery for Wii, DS and PC now available
Original at Go Nintendo
• Thu, Jun 25
By RawmeatCowboy SAN FRANCISCO – June 25, 2009 – Today Ubisoft announced that Dawn of Discovery(TM), a real-time strategy and simulation game specifically designed for the Wii(TM) system, the Nintendo DS(TM) hand-held system and PC, is now available in stores. Dawn of Discovery gives gamers the opport...
Let's Tap Review: Rhythm Limbo [Review]
Original at Kotaku
• Wed, Jun 24
By Michael McWhertor Had Let's Tap been released as a Wii launch title, it may have gotten a little more attention for its abilities to showcase what Nintendo's motion controller is capable of. Don't let Let's Tap get lost in the mini-game crowd if you're looking for something unique, something clearly not pho...
Podcast: Infendo Radio 150
Original at infendo-radio-150 (Feedburner)
• Mon, Jun 22
By radio@infendo.com (Blake Snow & Scott Johnson for Infendo.com) This week the fellas talk about Nintendo's "Kind Code", Street Figher IV on Wii, Club Nintendo, and a game called Nostalgia for the DS. Music for this week's show: Double Dragon Remix by Nitendo Guru can be found at http://www.ocremix.org/remix/OCR00963/
Kotaku Originals: Bustin' Makes Me Feel ...
Original at Kotaku
• Sat, Jun 20
By Owen Good Apple/iPhone Apple Says Game Accessories Coming to iPhone, Touch Apple Now Rates iPhone and Touch Games Apple Gaming Console Makes Sense, Says Gameloft CEO Portable PSA: Nintendo DSi Doesn't Rock Portable Game Beats Console Games For... The First Time Ever?
Podcast: Nintendo Voice Chat, Episode 50
Original at WiiNintendo
• Thu, Jun 18
By hey_suburbia Based on DS game (obviously influenced) Almost ported over to Wii (has that look) 4 player support Miyamoto said there is so much going on that it can’t handle online since it’s taxing the hardware too much Craig understands what Miyamoto meant with the online statement Zelda Wii
Podcast: Lineup for Rock Band Country revealed
Original at Adrenaline Vault
• Tue, Jun 16
By Michele White Harmonix, along with distribution partner Electronic Arts Inc., has revealed the full set list for the Rock Band Country (oxymoron?) track pack, which includes some of country’s biggest artists including Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, and Kenny Chesney. The track pack hits store shelve...
Over 125 Wii games listed for release from now through 2010 [E3 2009]
Original at Gaming Bits
• Thu, Jun 4
ATV: Quad Kings - August 2009 Band Hero - November 2009 Groovin’ Blocks - August 2009 Ju-on: The Grudge - October 2009 Need for Speed NITRO - November 2009 New Super Mario Bros. Wii - Holiday 2009 Our House: Party! - October 2009 The BIGs 2 - July 7, 2009 Wii Sports Resort - July 26, 2009
How To: Toribash Wii TutorialOriginal at YouTube
• Thu, May 21
By rss@youtube.com (hampa999) Author: hampa999 Keywords: Toribash WiiWare Nintendo Wii physics ragdoll noobs Hamster Veb Added: May 21, 2009
How To: Tutorial on adding codes on Code Manager to Gecko 1.9 for WiiWare/Channel Hacking on WiiOriginal at YouTube
• Wed, May 20
• 4 related articles
By rss@youtube.com (dalekjd3) Author: dalekjd3 Keywords: Tutorial Code Manager Gecko OS 1.9 WiiWare Channel Hacking Homebrew BannerBomb App Cheat WiiRD Added: May 20, 2009
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Patch: Wii Homebrew - Bannerbomb Alpha 1 v108
Original at Wii
• Wed, May 20
By Ryan F. Homebrew coder Comex has released a new update for Bannerbomb. Bannerbomb is an exploit that allows the user to load a .dol or .elf file from an SD card. It also allows users to run homebrew on System Menu 4.0 and all previous versions. The new update fixes some bugs and added new features.
Podcast: Retronauts: A History of Punch-Out!!
Original at Wired
• Thu, May 14
By Chris Kohler Yep, it’s finally Punch-Out!! time. FedEx just delivered the Wii version. And we’ve just spent an inordinate amount of time on Retronauts talking about the (all too brief) history of the series. Game|Life the Audio: E3 Predictions (mp3, 26:09)
E3 2009: IGN’s Wii Trends and Predictions
Original at WiiNintendo
• Thu, May 14
By hey_suburbia Matt Casamassina writes: At E3 2008, Nintendo’s legendary master designer and recognized international superhero Shigeru Miyamoto said that the Mario and Zelda teams had reunited and were actively working on their next projects. Vague, but enough for us to throw parties. He also admit...
Opinion: So, How Many Wii Games Are Any Good?
Original at Kotaku
• Tue, Apr 7
By Luke Plunkett Let's find out! Just like they did for both Xbox 360 and PS3 games, market research firm EEDAR have rounded out the trilogy by tracking every Wii game's Metacritic score and found how much of the system's catalogue has been a hit with critics, and how much of it hasn't.
Wii system update 4.0 opens doors to even more piracy
Original at Go Nintendo
• Sat, Mar 28
By RawmeatCowboy News is, the latest Wii system update has opened up the console to a host of new methods for pirates to exploit. The one that has everyone talking is a way to run Wii game ISOs through USB devices. If this is true, Nintendo could find themselves up against a rock and a hard place. Thanks to Kiwisoup...
Engadget Podcast 139 - 03.27.2009Original at Engadget
• Fri, Mar 27
By Trent Wolbe 00:03:15 - OnLive killed the game console star? 00:17:50 - Nintendo launches Wii System Menu 4.0, including SD card WiiWare playback 00:25:35 - 'Resident Evil 5' Xbox 360 unboxing 00:27:25 - Canon EOS Digital Rebel T1i now official (and that article Nilay was talking about)
Walkthrough: Wii System Menu 4.0's SD Card ChannelOriginal at Joystiq
• Wed, Mar 25
By David Hinkle Well folks, it's finally here, and many of you likely can't wait to run home and check out the new functionality. Above, you'll find a video walkthrough of the new SD Card Channel in action, and below is a slide-by-slide walkthrough, if you're anti-video. So, check out the new Wii update and w...
Wii Sports Boxing - How To Not FailOriginal at YouTube
• Tue, Mar 24
• 4 related articles
By rss@youtube.com (SilentBeutlin) Author: SilentBeutlin Keywords: Wii Nintendo Boxing Sports Motionplus motion+ wiimote sensing how to nunchuck mii controls waggle Added: March 24, 2009
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Patch: Custom IOS36 Rev 08 (cIOS v8) Released for Nintendo Wii
Original at ps3news.com
• Sun, Mar 8
b]Waninkoko[/b] released an updated version of his Custom IOS for the Nintendo Wii today. To quote: This is a Custom IOS, an IOS modified to add new features not available in the official IOS. This IOS has been created to be used ONLY with homemade software. The Custom IOS installs as IOS249 an...
Podcast: The Wii-kly Fuse Podcast #11 - Everything WiiOriginal at WiiNintendo
• Tue, Dec 9
By DarkWish Go over this week’s Wii, DS, and Wii Shop Channel releases, the Nintendo Channel updates for the week, as well as what we’ve been playing on Wii and DS The Opera Browser 2.0 update is discussed and we discuss what Wii Speak could possibly be used for in it
Patch: Wii Menu Version 3.3 Now Available for Download
Original at WiiNintendo
• Tue, Jun 17
• 5 related articles
By hattrick Wii Menu version 3.3 is now available for your Wii console. To update your Wii Menu to the latest version, please select the Update button at the bottom of the screen or select the System Update option in the Wii System Settings. Thank you for updating your Wii console! Nintendo]
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Opinion: Say, Did You Know How Many Wii Games Suck? [Nintendo Wii]
Original at Kotaku
• Wed, Feb 13
By Luke Plunkett How awful? See above. While every console of the past eight years (sorry Dreamcast) have seen their games average around 69-71%, the average Wii score is only 64%. Which leads to much hypothesizing in the piece about reviewers not "understanding" the Wii, theories on the impact of shovelw...
The new “Internet Channel” for Nintendo Wii
Original at Nintendo Wii Zone
• Wed, Oct 10
By saigonmain More Nintendo Wii News Hardware keyboard support, send to a Wii friend are key features of new release Oslo, Norway and Tokyo, Japan - October 10, 2007 Opera today announced Nintendo has started distributing the much-anticipated new version of the Internet Channel for Nintendo Wii. The...
How To: Stream your iTunes library to your Wii
Original at Lifehacker
• Thu, Jun 7
The method requires a little bit of setup, but the tutorial walks you through every step, so it should be a breeze to get working. Since most Wii owners most likely have the console hooked up to their home stereo (if they've got one), this is a great way to make your digital music library availa...