More From Nintendo's Press Event - DSi XL! Super Mario Galaxy 2! Metroid - Other M!

That slick new black Wii wasn't all the Big N had to reveal yesterday afternoon! Nintendo also gave us a date of April 15 for the DSi XL, which has been chunked up to a larger size to help out those with difficulty reading the screen of the standard DSi properly (full details here very shortly).

Nintendo have also given us a window of "mid year" on Mario Galaxy 2 and Metroid - Other M for local release (these have been announced for May and June respectively in the US, draw your own conclusions, but keep in mind Nintendo dates don't always match up worldwide)

Hit the link for more including SMG2 trailer and DSi XL press release

Also announced for Australia was Monster Hunter Tri for the Wii, which will be available in May with an optional bundle including the new Classic Controller Pro.

The US media summit promised that region would also be receiving Sin & Punishment 2 for Wii in the first half of this year and mentioned that Nintendo would be publishing Dragon Quest IX on DS, however news on these titles was unfortunately absent from the Aussie event.

And now we present the Super Mario Galaxy 2 Trailer. Yes, please!



The DSi XL press release:

Australia, 24 February, 2010 –
Meet the newest member of the Nintendo DS family – Nintendo DSi™ XL. From 15 April 2010, the new hand held console from Nintendo, will be in available in stores. Nintendo DSi XL is a larger console that contains bigger screens than any of the previous models, a wider viewing angle, the ability to immediately play with pre-installed software, longer battery life, improved sound, and a new, larger, more comfortable stylus.
The screens on Nintendo DSi XL are 4.2”, which makes the screen on Nintendo DSi XL 93 per cent bigger than the Nintendo DS® Lite screen. The wide-angle visibility of the larger screens makes Nintendo DSi XL perfect for sharing. Ponder over brain teasers with the person sitting next to you, or even surf the Internet together on the Nintendo DSi Browser.
The Nintendo DSi Browser is just one of the bonus pre-installed software options that comes free with Nintendo DSi XL. Other software already pre-installed includes: Clubhouse Games – Express Card Classics - Play classic card games on your Nintendo DSi XL.
A Little Bit of... Dr Kawashima’s Brain Training: Arts Edition - features various challenges based on words, pictures and music that you can use regularly to keep your brain sharp in just a few minutes a day.
Photo Clock - Photo Clock turns your Nintendo DSi XL into a photo frame with added clock and alarm functions.
Flipnote Studio - Flipnote Studio is an application that can be used as a notepad along with the stylus. Users can also replay a number of pages of the memo pad to create animated sequences.
Nintendo DSi XL contains all of the features from Nintendo DSi, including Nintendo DSi Camera, Nintendo DSi Sound and Nintendo DSi Shop. Nintendo DSi XL still plays all of your favourite Nintendo DS games and will be available in two stylish colours, burgundy and bronze.
For more information on Nintendo DSi XL, please visit: www.nintendo.com.au

The Monster Hunter Tri press release:

Australia, 24 February, 2010 –
The wait is nearly over! Nintendo and Capcom® Entertainment, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, announce Monster Hunter® Tri for Wii. Monster Hunter Tri will be available in May 2010 as a standalone game, or in a bundle with the new Classic Controller Pro™ which comes in black.
Monster Hunter Tri offers one of the best visual Wii experiences to date and depicts a living, breathing ecosystem where humans co-exist with majestic monsters that roam both dry land and brand new sub-aqua environments – a first for the series. Offering the player varied control configurations to suit their style of play, players can choose between the Classic Controller Pro, Wii Remote™ and Nunchuk™, or Classic Controller™ to slay the monsters that inhabit the world.
The Classic Controller Pro’s more traditional control configuration will give gamers the ultimate monster hunting experience. The Classic Controller Pro includes a second row of shoulder buttons and ergonomically friendly grips. The Classic Controller Pro plugs directly into the Wii Remote™ controller, and until now, has been available only in the Japanese market.
Monster Hunter Tri is online play supported, so you can take your monster hunt online with up to three of your friends and talk to them via Wii Speak™. Or hunt together with a friend on one Wii in split-screen mode.
For further information on Monster Hunter Tri, visit: http://gamesites.nintendo.com.au/monster-hunter-tri/

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Wii New Super Mario Bros is Very Red

Very red! Not only has the "Wii White" trade dress for the cover been replaced with "Mario Red", but so has the plastic case! A cool little touch for what's sure to be a cool HUGE game. Pre-orders available now

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Nintendo E3 Press Conference - 2 New Wii Marios, New Wii Metroid, Wii Fit Plus! (June 3rd, 2009)

Core gamers, Nintendo still loves you! The big N, of course, had some casual-friendly announcements in the form of Wii Fit Plus, new software for the Balance Board adding to the original, Facebook integration with the DSi and the Wii Vitality Sensor, which will clip onto your finger, monitoring your pulse as you play (surely the usefulness of this will be explained in due time). However, the most time was given to hardcore games...and what games they were!

DS owners will be seeing a new Golden Sun game, the GTA-styled Cop: The Recruit, Mario & Luigi - Bowser’s Inside Story and the DSi Ware release, Mario vs Donkey Kong - The Minis March Again, which will allow for custom creation and sharing of levels over the Nintendo WiFi Network.

Wii owners will go nuts to hear that not only is a four-player New Super Mario Bros coming before year’s end, but 2010 will see the release of Super Mario Galaxy 2, now featuring Yoshi, and Metroid - Other M, being developed by Team Ninja! Numerous Wii MotionPlus demos were also shown, including the far too awesome looking Red Steel 2.

Sony roundup coming shortly!

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Pre-Order Pokemon Platinum, Get a Free DS Case! (April 29th, 2009)

The Gamesmen are happy to announce a special limited offer to those who get in early to pre-order Pokemon Platinum Version for the Nintendo DS! Not only will you get the game at $59.95, $10 off the recommended retail price, but you’ll also receive a FREE DS Lite console case with a lenticular image, valued at $19.95! You’ll save nearly $30! What’s "lenticular" mean? The picture changes depending on the angle you’re looking at, showing the Renegade Pokemon Giratina morphing into it’s Origin Forme! We have limited spaces available for this offer, so Pokemaniacs, you know what to do!

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What’s Up With Wii Motion Plus? (April 16th, 2009)

Wii Motion Plus, the attachment set to add an even further level of immersion to you’re Wii games has received release dates and info for almost all territories this week, however, here in Aus, we’re still waiting patiently to find out when we’ll get our mitts on the thing! In the interest of keeping our loyal visitors up to date, here’s what’s happening around the world (and probably a fair indication of what will happen here): The Wii Motion Plus attachment will first be released on it’s own mid-June, and then bundled in with Wii Sports Resort in July.

Games designed with the peripheral in mind (aside from include:

- Virtua Tennis 2009 (due May 14th)
- EA Sports Grand Slam Tennis (due June 18th)
- Tiger Woods PGA 2010 (due June 18th)

We expect an announcement shortly from Nintendo Oz. Check back for details soon.

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DSi Out Now! (April 2nd, 2009)

The Nintendo DSi launches today! With two built-in cameras, a larger screen, improved wi-fi, music playback and more, it’s a hot item! Be quick, initial stock is disappearing fast. Our product listing has full details!

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New Zelda, Wii Storage Solution and More Nintendo News From GDC! (March 26th, 2009)

Nintendo president Satoru Iwata gave his keynote speach at the 2009 Game Developers conference overnight and we’ve got some highlights for you!
First off, The Legend of Zelda - Spirit Tracks was announced for release on DS before the end of the year! Judging from the visuals, it would seem to be a Wind Waker/ Phantom Hourglass sequel, this time with link piloting a train(!) across the Hyrule countryside.
Next up were some very tasty Wii announcements! The new firmware upgrade (apparently available right now) brings support running Virtual Console and WiiWare games direct from your SD card, which will now support cards up to 32 GB in size!
The Virtual Console will also receive a boost with the addition of arcade games and multiple Final Fantasy releases, including My Life As A Darklord, FFIV - The After Years and classic FF games from earlier Nintendo systems. Oh, and Rock & Roll Climber was shown which will offer rock climbing using Wii Remote, Nunchuk and the Balance Board.
Of course, Nintendo’s new baby, the DSi, was not left out with demonstrations of two very interesting DSiWare titles, Moving Memo and WarioWare Snapped. A seperate announcement was made to officially confirm that DSi enhanced titles are on the way that will be playable on DS/ DS Lite, but add extra features when played on DSi, although no specific games were mentioned.

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14th of May is Pokemon Day! (March 19th, 2009)

Pokemon Platinum has been dated for Australia! Mark May 14 in your diaries, Pokemaniacs! In the same batch of press releases from Nintendo, the Gamesmen has also received word that the Big N will also be dropping New Play Control! Pikmin 2 for Wii on the same day and Rhythm Heaven for DS on June 4. Click on any of the names/links for more info!

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Club Nintendo Is Go! (March 12th, 2009)

Club Nintendo’s Aussie chapter, after being announced almost a year ago, is finally up and running! Those little code cards you’ve been collecting from your first party Nintendo titles since Mario Kart Wii hit last April can now net you some sweet exclusive swag from the house that Mario built. You can check out the first round of redeemable goodies here. Game & Watch collection for DS, anyone?

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Wii Remotes Return (February 26th, 2009)

A strong Christmas worldwide for Nintendo’s console has lead to a drought on extra controllers for the early part of this year, but the Gamesmen are happy to report that Wii Remotes have returned to stock! While we will be doing our utmost to keep fresh supplies rolling in on a regular basis, demand is still likely to continue to outstrip supply for a while. Our recommendation? Get ’em while the getting’s good! Stock is in all stores now or available online.

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Nintendo DSi - Coming April 2nd! (February 19th, 2009)

It’s official - Nintendo’s latest revision to the DS portable gaming system has been confirmed, priced and dated for Australia! Hitting the streets April 2, the DSi will be available in black or white and carry a recommended retail price of $299.95. The unit will accept virtually all DS software (however, the Gameboy Advance cartridge slot has now been dropped), as well as featuring upgraded abilities. Most obvious among these is the inclusion of two cameras which can be used to take photos that can then be manipulated and sent to friends. The DSi also includes in-built music playback software, a 17% larger screen than that of the DS Lite, SD card slot and improved Wi-Fi support. An online DSi shop will be accessible to purchase new mini-games and applications for the unit, too. Check out the full details right here!

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Everyone’s a Winner at the Nintendo Basement (February 3rd, 2009)

The Nintendo Basement are quickly establishing themselves as a great source for news and reviews on all things Wii and DS. One great feature they’ve run recently was a handy Christmas buyers guide last year (whose recommendations still stand strong, we might add!) with an accompanying competition which The Gamesmen was proud to co-sponsor. The competition has now been run and won, with the winners posted on The Nintendo Basement’s site. Click on through to see the winners who gave the best descriptions of their dream Nintendo Christmas! Congrats to the winners and congrats to TNB for a great comp!

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