Nintendo is replying – here they are, now shut up!
This is a huge list of games that will put the library of Wii titles close to 150 (not counting Virtual Console games) and the DS titles close to 450.

I thnk Nintendo really wants to show everyone that not only Nintendo developed games are scheduled ot hit the console but also a lot of third party games as well, many have speculated that third party developers would shy away from the unique controls.

Here is the all encompassing list of games scheduled to come out for the Wii and the DS until the first quarter of next year.

Wii
Oct. 1: MLB(R) Power Pros from 2K Sports
Oct. 1: Dragon Blade: Wrath of Fire(TM) from D3Publisher of America
Oct. 2: Crash(R) of the Titans from Sierra Entertainment, Inc.
Oct. 5: Balls of Fury(TM) from DSI Games
Oct. 8: Donkey Kong(R): Barrel Blast from Nintendo
Oct. 9: FIFA 08 from Electronic Arts
Oct. 9: Bleach: Shattered Blade(TM) from SEGA
Oct. 9: LOONEY TUNES: ACME ARSENAL(TM) from WB Games
Oct. 10: Arctic Tale from DSI Games
Oct. 15: Sea Monsters from DSI Games
Oct. 16: Thrillville(R): Off the Rails(TM) from LucasArts
Oct. 22: EA PLAYGROUND from Electronic Arts
Oct. 23: Backyard Football from Atari, Inc.
Oct. 23: The Sims 2(TM) Castaway from Electronic Arts
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A lot of gamers have complained of their systems getting very hot and until now the Wii didn’t have a solution. Nyko has just shipped out the Intercooler for Wii systems to help keep your Wii nice and frosty. Maybe now I can lie my Wii down without fear of it catching fire, although the design of the Intercooler does look a bit spotty with a “made in a sweat shop factory feel”, but let’s see how it does.

From the official press realease:

Los Angeles, CA – October 10, 2007 – Nyko Technologies®, a premier peripherals manufacturer, announced today that it has shipped the Intercooler for Wii to retailers nationwide, giving Wii gamers the ultimate solution for keeping their innovative console running under optimal conditions.
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Nintendo announced this morning that you will be able to download DS demos via your Wii in the comfort of your own home instead of having to go to a download station in an official Nintendo store. This is an awesome feature that is long overdo, now Nintendo needs to pony up and get with some remote play action like Sony is trying. I will definitely use my DS more if I can try out games and see what they are like before going out to buy them.

[Via Wired]

SEGA confirmed four unique Dream events in their new Mario & Sonic at the Olympics game, Dream Race, Dream Platforming, Dream Table Tennis and Dream Fencing.

Also they have confirmed the fact that Mii’s will be playable characters!! Looks like the Hulkster will be getting some gold medals afterall.

From the official press release:

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games has not only a massive line-up of real-life Olympic events, but SEGA can today proudly confirm that their much anticipated title also has a unique series of exclusive “Dream Events” to add to the mix. The Dream Events – which are both single and multiplayer – are based in colourful game-like universes that include objects and power-ups that will either improve a players game, or bring their opponent down.

The four Dream events featured are:

– Dream Race (Sandhill Race Course) – Get on your marks for this intense power-up filled race course, made for either one player, or as many as four.
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A bit more news on the much anticipated Super Smash Bros. Brawl, it looks like the fuzzzy blue hedgehog, Sonic, we have grown to love over the years will make an appearance. I wonder what kind of moves he will get and if this means we can also expect possibly Tails and Knuckles? I think next character they should add in is everyone’s own Loot Ninja, what do you think?

From the official press release:

SEGA’s gaming legend Sonic The Hedgehog to feature in Super Smash Bros Brawl for Wii

10th October, 2007- Nintendo of Europe and SEGA Europe Ltd today revealed that Sonic, SEGA’s legendary blue hedgehog, will be making his debut in the eagerly anticipated beat ‘em up, Super Smash Bros. Brawl for Wii. This brawling, battling, action packed video game features a varied roster of characters, from Mario to Link to Zero Suite Samus and now players can choose the iconic hedgehog to go into battle with.
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One of my main complaints with the Wii as a whole, aside from lack of titles and fear of the controls being just a 15 minute fad, is that the Mii’s which everyone spends a lot of time creating aren’t utilized as much as they should be. Looks like Nintendo heard our cries and is starting to incorporate them into future titles.

We already knew that Mii’s would show up as playable charcters in the new 2k sports title MLB Power Pros, but now after reading a buddies site from across the pond, we see that perhaps we could see some Mii action in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games. Good for the Mii’s, I can’t wait to whoop some Sonic ass using my Hulk Hogan Mii!

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After hearing of a lot of people bowing out of the lastest edition of E for All (looks at Sony and MS), it looks like Nintendo is looking to capitalize their monopoly at the E for All Expo now. If you happen to be in the in the Los Angeles area from October 18 to the 20th, you might want to stop by the Convention Center to check out the newest installment of Nintendo games, especially Super Smash Bros. Brawl and Super Mario Galaxy.

In addition, Nintendo will host a daily Super Smash Bros. Brawl tournament. Competitors get a free Wii-themed T-shirt, and a different T-shirt will be available each day of the show.

Although the lineup is subject to change, the complete list of games for Nintendo systems scheduled to appear at E for All include:

Wii
Super Mario Galaxy
Super Smash Bros. Brawl
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Big Brain Academy is a pretty well known franchise now with a lot of success on the Nintendo DS systems. With great success came a new successor for the big brother console, the Wii. Big Brain Academy: Wii degree is an interesting game to work out your mind with pint sized mini games in the same vain the DS did.

Presentation and Graphics: The visual style of the game is pretty basic, nothing awe inspiring to be seen here, but hen again the focus for this game is not 60 FPS blistering 3D graphics but the mind tantalizing mini games. 2.5 out of 5

Sound and Music: Sound and music are pretty basic, with most sound acting as a reward for doing something well or poorly. Think Pavlov’s effect using the Wiimote speaker. 2 out of 5
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After hearing MS brag about their best lineup in history it got me thinking, throughout the years we have had different eras in gaming and consoles, which is everyone’s favorite?

For some their favorite will be the newest cutting edge technology, the nostalgia of the old 8 bit consoles, the progression to 16 bit or the classic old school Atari days. This can be viewed from many aspects like, games, hardware or just pure preference.

For this editor I think my favorite era of gaming has to be the NES and Sega Master System days. This opened the world of gaming to my eyes and got me really hooked, I can recall spending hours playying Ninja Gaiden and Contra, while discussing with my cousin which was the better system between the two. (I was always the Nintendo owner)

What do you guys think?

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Nintendo announced that a new color scheme is available for the Nintendo DS in the United States: Crimson and Onyx. This color combination was previously only available in a Brain Age 2 bundle. Here’s what Nintendo thinks:

Playing the new two-tone Crimson/Onyx Nintendo DS™ is sure to get you noticed. Just like the hottest new cell phones and MP3 players, it combines incredible functionality with a sweet look: bright red coupled with smooth black.

I’m not sure it’s going to get you noticed as much as an iPhone, but the bold color scheme might turn the heads of some gamers.

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