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First Official Tech Details on Wii U and Its Bold New Controller

Nintendo’s new controller has been revealed, a touchscreen-based device that works with all-new, high-definition hardware. This is our first official look at Wii U. We’ve seen it in person, played with its unique control scheme. It is a combination of a more traditional interface—as previously reported, the new controller has two analog sticks, one d-pad,…

By Michael McWhertor Published June 7, 2011

First Hands On With Nintendo’s New Wii U, the Next-Generation of Play

I played Nintendo’s Wii U earlier this week, the exciting successor to the Wii that not only plays a lot like the Wii—now with a new, unique twist—but a console that plays nicely with the Wii controllers and accessories you already have. It is an experience that incorporates the social appeal of the Wii while…

By Michael McWhertor Published June 7, 2011

Mario Kart 3DS Travels by Land, Sea, and Air

Check out the amphibious and aerial footage of Mario Kart 3DS direct from Nintendo’s E3 2011 press conference.

By Mike Fahey Published June 7, 2011

This is the First Picture of Nintendo’s New Console, the Wii U

And to go along with the new controller, the first look at Nintendo’s new console hardware. More details soon! It’s possible perhaps that we’ve actually played it. Perhaps.

By Joel Johnson Published June 7, 2011

This is the First Picture of Nintendo’s New Controller on the Wii U

Here it is, folks. Your first look at Nintendo’s new controller. Tons more detail to come. (And here’s the Wii U console.)

By Joel Johnson Published June 7, 2011

Nintendo’s New Console is the Wii U

Nintendo revealed the name of its new console today. It is Wii U. Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime announced the name at the company’s E3 news conference moments ago, saying the name reflected the gaming-together theme of its predecessor, the Wii, while making it a perfect fit for the individual user, hence U. The…

By Owen Good Published June 7, 2011

Star Fox 3D to Feature Tilt Control on 3DS

When it releases, Star Fox 3D will make use of the Nintendo 3DS’ unique features, including its tilt-control functionality and internal cameras, Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime said at the company’s E3 2011 news conference. Star Fox 3D will capture your facial expressions through the camera. In multiplayer, this means it will display your…

By Owen Good Published June 7, 2011

All-New Super Mario 3DS Coming by Year’s End

At E3, Nintendo revealed it has an all-new Super Mario adventure built specifically for the 3DS, arriving on store shelves by the year’s end. A short video following the announcement showed Mario and Luigi in action in 3D platforming levels, some with shifted perspectives, that used longtime series motifs and new elements altogether. Nintendo of…

By Owen Good Published June 7, 2011

Nintendo Celebrates Zelda‘s 25th Anniversary With Live Music

Nintendo kicked off it’s E3 2011 press conference with a musical celebration of The Legend of Zelda, kicking off with a live orchestra and finishing things off with a selection of highly recognizeable themes requested by Shigeru Miyamoto himself.

By Mike Fahey Published June 7, 2011

The Legend of Zelda: The Four Swords is Free in September

At its E3 2011 news conference, Nintendo announced that The Legend of Zelda: The Four Swords will be available as a free DSiWare download in September. The re-release is part of the company’s plans to release Zelda content on all of its platforms in the series’ 25th anniversary year. Also, concurrent with the launch of…

By Owen Good Published June 7, 2011

Answer These Nintendo Trivia Questions, While You Wait

As is tradition, Nintendo is projecting trivia questions—all involving Nintendo games—in Los Angeles’ Nokia Theater, as they get the crowd in their seats. So… as you get in your seats, try these trivia questions.

By Stephen Totilo Published June 7, 2011

Live at Nintendo’s Next Wii Unveiling

We’re here down front at Nintendo’s 2011 E3 press conference. This is the last of the big press conferences of this E3. And with Nintendo’s next big console expected to be unveiled and detailed, perhaps it will be the best as well. What do we know about the next Wii? Officially, not a whole lot.…

By Brian Crecente Published June 7, 2011

Everybody Get in Line for the E3 2011 Nintendo Spectacular

With Nintendo showing off their latest and greatest console during their E3 2011 press conference this morning, this is a ridiculously long line that pretty much everyone wants to be in.

By Mike Fahey Published June 7, 2011

Transferring DSi Games to the 3DS Is So Easy!

Besides the Nintendo eShop, today’s 3DS system update allows players to transfer DSiWare titles, photos, and music over to the 3DS. Pikmin transfer the data in what can only be described as cute. Once you transfer over the data, you cannot transfer it back. It took website Vooks.net an hour to transfer 34 DSiWare titles…

By Brian Ashcraft Published June 7, 2011

The Pokedex 3DS Walkthrough

A Pokémon: Black and White Pokédex is included in the latest 3DS system update. YouTube user CuddleofDeath gives a walkthrough, showing the various features and highlights.

By Brian Ashcraft Published June 7, 2011

How to Create a Game Boy…Virtually!

The Nintendo eShop launched in the latest 3DS update, bringing with it the handheld’s Virtual Console. Players can buy Game Boy titles like Super Marioland But there’s more than that! The Virtual Console games can be played in black and white or Game Boy green. It’s even possible to boot up the game with a…

By Brian Ashcraft Published June 7, 2011

It’s Time to Update Your 3DS. The eShop is Live.

Nintendo’s 3DS system update is now live, ready to deliver the eShop and other goodies that should have come with your eye-twisting handheld in the first place. Enjoy!

By Mike Fahey Published June 7, 2011

Ocarina of Time 3D Gets a (Short) Animated Trailer

Ahead of Nintendo’s E3 press conference, the company has still found time to hype the upcoming Ocarina of Time re-release on 3DS with this slick new commercial, featuring short CG-animated scenes from the game.

By Luke Plunkett Published June 6, 2011

Finally, a 3DS Alarm Clock and Battery Pack With a Buttload of Speakers

Nyko’s new 3DS accessories are both excellent and horrible reminders of the way we live now.… [Gizmodo]

Gizmodo Published June 6, 2011

A Very Special No One Cares Edition of The Nintendo Download

It’s the beginning of E3 week and the 3DS system update will launch a whole new way to purchase downloadable games from Nintendo later this evening, so here’s four puzzle games. Knock yourself out. There were to ways to handle this week’s Nintendo Download. Nintendo could have released something absolutely spectacular for WiiWare, DSiWare, or…

By Mike Fahey Published June 6, 2011