Nintendo Announces 3DS Launch Line Up, Wii, DS Highlights - News

by VGChartz Staff , posted on 15 June 2010 / 5,052 Views

From Nintendo's Press Site. Lots of good stuff inside.

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LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nintendo is raising the bar – again.

Nintendo changed the world of video games with touch-screen gaming on the Nintendo DS^™ in 2004. Nintendo then pioneered the motion-controlled gaming revolution with the Wii^™ console and the Wii Remote^™ controller back in 2006. Today the company unveils an even more immersive gaming experience: Nintendo 3DS^™.

At the E³ Expo today, Nintendo gave the world the first look at a portable system that lets people view games in 3D, without the need for special glasses. Nintendo also announced a substantial list of upcoming games for Nintendo 3DS, the Wii console and the Nintendo DS family of systems – a lineup that reads like a who’s who of some of the greatest franchises in video game history with a completely new look and feel.

“The additional dimension of depth in 3D makes it easier for players to judge distances while giving developers a new tool to create games and experiences that play with both height and depth,” said Nintendo video game designer Shigeru Miyamoto, who pioneered the fully rendered 3D video game world with Super Mario 64^™.

Nintendo 3DS comes with a 3.53-inch top screen and a 3.02-inch bottom touch screen. It has three cameras – one inner and two outer – to deliver the 3D effect and take 3D pictures. It includes a motion sensor, a gyro sensor and even a Slide Pad that allows 360-degree analog input. At the E³ Expo, Nintendo showed attendees a range of games and applications for Nintendo 3DS that reinvent some of the industry’s most beloved franchises. These include:

Kid Icarus^™: Uprising, the long-awaited franchise follow-up to the NES^™ classic.
Mario Kart^™, which shows off the potential of driving and tossing bananas in 3D.
nintendogs^™ + cats, a new version of the best-selling nintendogs franchise that lets players interact even more with their virtual puppies – and kittens!
PilotWings Resort^™, a flying simulation that lets players soar above Wuhu Island.
Animal Crossing^™, a new installment of the charming community-building franchise.
StarFox 64^™ 3D, a game that demonstrates the true distance and depth of outer space using Nintendo’s well-known franchise.
Steel Diver^™, a new submarine-navigation game from Nintendo.
Paper Mario^™, which brings paper-based 2D environments to life.

Nintendo 3DS also comes to market with the strongest third-party support of any video game system in Nintendo history. Games on display at the Nintendo booth at the E³ Expo include:

DJ Hero^® 3D from Activision
RESIDENT EVIL^® REVELATIONS from Capcom
The Sims^™ 3 from Electronic Arts
HIDEO KOJIMA’S METAL GEAR SOLID SNAKE EATER 3D “The Naked Sample” from Konami
Professor Layton and the Mask of Miracles (name not final) from LEVEL-5
RIDGE RACER^® (name not final) from Namco Bandai Games
KINGDOM HEARTS franchise game from Square Enix
DEAD OR ALIVE^® 3D (name not final) from Tecmo Koei Games
SAMURAI WARRIORS^® 3D from Tecmo Koei Games
Battle of Giants^™: Dinosaur Strike from Ubisoft
Hollywood 61 (name not final) from Ubisoft

A sampling of other Nintendo 3DS games already in planning includes SUPER STREET FIGHTER IV 3D Edition (name not final) from Capcom; Madden NFL and FIFA Soccer games from Electronic Arts; CODENAME: Chocobo Racing^® 3D and a FINAL FANTASY ^®franchise game and from Square Enix; a NINJA GAIDEN^® (name not final) game from Tecmo Koei Games; Saint’s Row: Drive By from THQ; Assassin’s Creed^™Lost Legacy, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon^™ and Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell Chaos Theory^™ from Ubisoft; and a Batman game from Warner Bros. Additional games are in development by Atlus, AQ Interactive, Disney Interactive Studios, Harmonix, Hudson Soft, Majesco, Marvelous Entertainment, Rocket, SEGA, Takara Tommy and Take-Two Interactive.

Nintendo also announced a substantial slate of games on the way for its Wii console and Nintendo DS family of systems, with a list of characters and franchises that appeal to all types of gamers.

”If the video game industry had an All-Star team, Nintendo’s games would fill the starting lineup,” said Cammie Dunaway, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “The combination of advanced interface and engaging game play broadens our appeal to all audiences. This is evidenced perfectly at the E³ Expo this year by the incredible new experience and controls that Wii MotionPlus brings to The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.”

Wii:

The Legend of Zelda^™: Skyward Sword: The game marks a turning point for the franchise, as the introduction of full motion controls enabled by the Wii MotionPlus^™ accessory synchronizes player movements with Link’s actions while offering the most intuitive play control of any Legend of Zelda game to date. The game is scheduled to launch in 2011.
Donkey Kong Country^™ Returns: The classic franchise makes a return with new levels and updated graphics, but with the same sense of fun and excitement of the original. For the first time in the series, two people can play through the entire game cooperatively. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
Kirby’s Epic Yarn^™: Kirby’s entire immersive world is created from different fabrics and textiles. Kirby himself is made from yarn, which gives him the versatility to take the shape of a car, submarine, parachute or UFO. The game is scheduled to launch this fall.
Wii Party^™: A party game that brings the fun off the screen and into the living room. Players must perform tasks in the real world to achieve success in the game. The game is scheduled to launch this fall.
Mario^™ Sports Mix: A collection of four amazing sports – Mario style. Players can compete with their favorite Mushroom Kingdom characters in basketball, volleyball, hockey and dodgeball. The game is scheduled to launch in 2011.
PokéPark^™ Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure: The first Pokémon adventure game on the Wii console puts Pikachu^™ at the center of a fun, expansive area filled with adventure, Attractions and Pokémon. Players take on the role of Pikachu and interact with Pokémon and compete in Skill Games and Attractions, such as races, battles and other challenges, to save the PokéPark from disaster. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
Samurai Warriors^™ 3: Players can choose from more than 35 playable samurai characters, many based on actual figures from Japanese history. Each samurai has different skills and weapons, and each one offers a different perspective on the overall story of the unification of Japan. The game is scheduled to launch on Sept. 27.
GoldenEye 007^™ from Activision: The original revolutionized first-person shooters, and this Wii-exclusive sequel features four-player split-screen competition or up to eight players competing online. It’s the signature GoldenEye experience for a new era, and is scheduled to launch this fall.
Disney Epic Mickey from Disney Interactive Studios: In this Wii exclusive, players take Mickey Mouse on an epic journey of creativity and discovery. In Wasteland, an alternate world with lands inspired by Disney’s animated films and theme parks, players use paint and paint thinner to change the world and affect the outcome of the game. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
NBA JAM from Electronic Arts: In this revival of the classic franchise with vintage game play, the Wii-exclusive sequel includes new features that bring outrageous moves and over-the-top hoops action to new levels. The game is scheduled to launch this October.
Just Dance 2^® from Ubisoft: The second installment of the popular franchise features hot dance moves choreographed by experts in every style of music. Up to eight players can compete or, for the first time, two players can dance side by side as a duo. It’s a nonstop dance party only available on Wii this fall.
Sonic Colors^™ from SEGA: In Sonic’s latest adventures, he blasts through obstacles like never before as he uses colored power-ups to boost his abilities and speed through stages. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
New Carnival Games^® from 2K Play: This sequel to the multimillion-selling original features more than 30 new games and 300 new prizes, plus multiplayer action for every game. Only available on Wii this September.

Nintendo DS Family:

Pokémon Ranger^™: Guardian Signs: The third installment in the action-packed Pokémon Ranger series lets players take on the role of a Pokémon Ranger tasked with protecting Pokémon, people and nature. With new Ranger Signs to call powerful Pokémon, including Legendary Pokémon, and the addition of multiplayer missions, players investigate the nefarious actions of the Pokémon Pinchers, who have been disrupting the peace by chasing and catching Pokémon. The game is scheduled to launch this fall.
Golden Sun^™: Dark Dawn: A classic role-playing game branches out with a new look, countless adventures and heroic battles. The game picks up 30 years after the first two games in the series left off with amazing graphics and beautifully animated summoning abilities that span both Nintendo DS screens. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
Dragon Quest^® IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies^™: For the first time, this storied franchise is appearing exclusively on the Nintendo DS family of systems. Character customization, cooperative multiplayer adventuring and an epic story make for a one-of-a-kind experience. The game is scheduled to launch on July 11.
Professor Layton and the Unwound Future^™: This third installment in the series includes more than 165 puzzles and even more animated sequences and voice acting than the previous game. The game is scheduled to launch on Sept. 20.
Mario vs. Donkey Kong^™: Miniland Mayhem: Players use the stylus to draw red girders and control items like ladders, pipes, springs and conveyor belts. The goal is to bring the Mini Toys to the door. Using an intuitive tool kit, players can create new level maps and share them with the public. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
Super Scribblenauts^™ from Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment: The sequel to the smash-hit original includes 120 new levels, the ability to use more than 10,000 adjectives, a hint system and a level editor for players to create their own levels and objectives. The game is scheduled to launch in Q4.
Ghost Trick^™: Phantom Detective from Capcom: Players are transported into the spirit world of a murder victim who has lost his memory and returned as a ghost. Players must possess and manipulate objects to solve puzzles and the mystery. The game is scheduled to launch this fall.
Rock Band^® 3 from MTV Games: The franchise makes its first appearance on Nintendo DS with a stylish interface that puts players into the Rock Band universe like never before. Eight play modes challenge players in guitar, bass, drums, keyboards and vocals, and both co-op and competitive multiplayer options are available. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.
Okamiden^™ from Capcom: Players use a brush to draw bridges into existence, traverse canyons and connect winding paths through space. This sequel to Okami follows the story of an adorable wolf pup that fights off a new threat that has drained vibrant colors from the world. The game is scheduled to launch in 2011.
FINAL FANTASY^®: THE 4 HEROES OF LIGHT^™ from Square Enix: This first original FINAL FANTASY game for the Nintendo DS family of systems uses charming storybook visuals and a fun, intuitive combat system. Players can customize their characters and up to four players can join forces for cooperative play. The game is scheduled to launch on Oct. 5.
Sonic Colors^™ from SEGA: The portable version of the game doubles the excitement and action by using both screens as a giant, unified landscape. The game is scheduled to launch this holiday season.

For the duration of the E³ Expo, Nintendo will provide fans with exclusive videos and Nintendo content on the Nintendo E3 Network. People can visit http://e3.nintendo.com to watch developer interviews, get all the information about new games and see coverage coming directly from the show floor. The same exclusive content also will be streamed through the Nintendo Channel to Wii owners who have a broadband Internet connection.

Remember that Wii and Nintendo DSi feature parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about these and other features, visit http://wii.com or http://www.nintendodsi.com.

21 Comments

SJGohan3972 (on 16 June 2010)

That lineup is simply amazing, good time to be a Nintendo fan.

Silver-Tiger (on 16 June 2010)

Nintendo totally dominated this E3.

NoirSon (on 16 June 2010)

I was happy with E3 until I read that they are releasing a port of Star Fox 64 on 3DS.

You lazy bastards GIVE US a new Star Fox game and this time put effort into it to improve or recreate the joy that Star Fox and Star Fox 64 gave, rather then dull it down with stupid attempts to change it i.e. the on foot missions that ruined Assault and Star Wars Rogue Squadron 3.

zzamaro (on 15 June 2010)

@elmerion

Correct me if I'm wrong but we already knew that Zelda was going to be showed today, right?

A203D (on 15 June 2010)

All it needs now is a 3D Sonic.

Carpevi (on 15 June 2010)

3DS is a beast...in it's first day!

MediocreLogic (on 15 June 2010)

The games for 3DS:
Kid Icarus: Uprising - Getting that
Mario Kart 3DS - Getting that
Nintendogs + cats - Probably not getting that
PilotWings Resort - Getting that
Animal Crossing 3DS - MAYBE getting that
Star Fox 64 - MUST BUY ON THE FIRST SEC IT GETS RELEASED, 'nuff said
Steel Driver - No
Paper Mario - @#$% yeah!
Yup, 3DS is my day one buy, nothing going to stop me, I mean NOTHING, and when I say nothing, I MEAN it, and when I say I MEAN it, I AM DEAD @#$%^& SERIOUS!
I will also be getting DJ Hero, Resident Evil, Metal Gear Solid, SSFIV, Dead or Alive, and, of course, KINGDOM HEARTS. The features on 3DS look far beyond of what I had imagined, it is beyond overkill, and it's FRIGGIN AWESOME.
For the Wii I will be getting The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword (of course), Kirby: Epic Yarn (it looks awesome, don't care what anyone says), Epic Mickey (I always liked Mickey games and this looks like the best so far), and..... yours truly......... DONKEY KONG RETURNS!!!! OMG!!!!!! (!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!) O.o o.O O.O o_o O_O (Overhyping, dying to play it, DYING, and I mean DYING).
Not really excited for any new DS games though, maybe I'll check out Golden Sun DS

siphillis (on 15 June 2010)

didn't nintendo also announce just sequels or games that were already shown.mario sport game is a sequel to the sports series just with mario all the other games were sequels and epic mickey was also revealed month ago. except steel diver and battle of giants i have heard all the names. dont get me wrong im not saying sony or microsoft won its just all the comments about the hd consoles just releasing sequels nintendo does the same

MirrorWorld (on 15 June 2010)

I am buying this the instant it comes out. Whatta beast.

mr_capello (on 15 June 2010)

epic mickey is epic

elmerion (on 15 June 2010)

Whoever thinks Sony or Microsoft won the E3 is sick, this is beyond amazing, Kirby, Donkey Kong, Zelda and Kid Icarus on a single session thats full of win

Sony only showed sequels to games we already knew were going to be released.. the presentation was pretty dull

madmaniac (on 15 June 2010)

This just blows my mind!!

thedaftman (on 15 June 2010)

Nintendo wins E3 and they just killed the competition i sold my wii but for zelda ima have to buy another one oh and the 3ds is more than anything i could ever hope to be (becoming a nintendo fanboy all over again), sorry Sony

blunty51 (on 15 June 2010)

That's pretty dam stellar. Everyone wanted a PilotWings, Starfox, Kid Icarus, Zelda, Kirby, Donkey Kong...maybe even the 2D Paper Mario. And they friggin got it.

Complain away ppl..