Posted by: gameonnintendo on: July 11, 2007
OK guys it’s underway! Make sure you hit refresh as I will be updating a TON!
-Right now they showed a cool video on the success of the Wii…..Reggie on stage as of right now
Update #1
-More discussion on the success of the Wii. Reggie discussing the cultural phenomenon on how “everyone” is a gamer.
-Reggie talking about how video games are growing worldwide.
Update #2
-More talk about how Nintendo is expanding the market (DS Talk). Discusses how women have been buying up the DS as well as the older generation.
Update #3
-Talk about how Nintendogs, Brain Age and Wii Sports have been “satellites” for video games.
- Discusses how people are saying “Wii is just a fad” and so was the DS. DS is the best selling game system on the planet. 40 million systems sold out all over the world.
-America alone 60 games already on Wii. Another 140 titles for DS and 100 for Wii.
-Strong 3rd party sales.
Update #4
-Showcasing another cool Nintendo themed video. Everything from Youtube people to newscasts
Update #5
-Shows Wii Zapper- Looks like a gun. Hold nunchuck and Wiimote. Showcasing the new controller with Ghost Squad, Medal of Honor and Resident Evil.
-Online Multiplayer for Medal of Honor! (32 PLAYER!)
-$19.99- for Wii Zapper!
Update #6
-Showcasing Ninja Gaiden DS.
-Dragon Quest next year.
-SUPER SMASH BROS BRAWL RELEASE DATE= DECEMBER 3RD!!!
Update #7
-Some guests take the stage to play some games. They are currently showing Zelda Phantom Hour Glass. They are describing how the touch screen is creating a whole new scheme for a Zelda title. Very intuitive. Zelda feels “fresh and new”. In Japan- Zelda has become one of the best selling Zelda games ever. The guest describes this title as his favorite.
Update #8
-They are now showing an intense battle with Metroid Prime 3. Looks pretty good. Showcasing how easy it is to switch between suites and guns.
-Another video on how Nintendo is expanding its audience.
Update #9
-5.5 Million people connected their DS to Wi-Fi.
-5.6 Million downloads on VC for Wii. 112 titles already on VC.
-A new channel- “Check Mii Out”. The voting channel previously described. Contests based on characters.
Update #10
-Reggie talks about Wii’s online strategy! Mentions Mario Strikers and states “I know you want more!” Madden confirmed Online for Wii.
-FIFA online from EA.
-Guitar Hero 3 ONLINE!!!!!
Update #10
-Mario Kart ONLINE 1ST QUARTER OF NEXT YEAR! Looks amazing! One person carts! Also mentions the title will have a ton of racers. A custom “Wii Wheel” when Mario Kart comes out. The Wii Wheel comes with Mario Kart.
Update #11
-Now shifts focus to “mass market” gamers. Satoru Iwata comes to stage. “Games are for eveyone” -Iwata. “Everyone can develop a like for video games”. Wants people to play together.
A new title coming up!!!
Update #12
-More video of families playing Wii.
-Showcased people playing Mario Galaxy (lucky stiffs) and Brain Age 2.
-Brain Age 2 August 20th.
Mario Galaxy will come out on November 12th!!! “First real successor to Mario 64″ Mario running in a “Bee” Costume!
Update #13
-Discussing My Sims. Coming out on Wii and DS. High School Musical coming to Wii and DS. Rayman Raving Rabbids 2 mentioned.
-Vision training Game for DS. Ubi-Soft bringing out My Word Coach.
-My Life Coach…..Makes “everything” better……(interesting)
-Wii Sports discussed. Reggie shows a video about how Wii sports is good exercise.
Update #14
-Last game they are showing- “Wii Fit” A new controller of sorts…..Looks like a scale. Basically a fitness program. Shows games as well as workouts. Soccer, dancing, Yoga everything. Looks really innovative!!!
Update #15
-Talking about Wii Fit. Describing how everyone in home will use this game. Having fitness instructors demonstrate the game.
-Wii Fit 4 genres of activities. Over 40 activities in the game.
- “Wii balance board” All wireless, can be used anywhere. Currently doing a body check on Reggie!!!
-You can track your BMI with different people in your house.
Update #16
-Done.
I can’t wait for November 12th! Also- I saw Mario running around in a bee costume….what was up with that?!?! Awesome.
Also-My wife was really pumped about Wii Fit. She kept saying- “We need to get that game”
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July 11, 2007 at 12:22 pm
OMG!! I’m speechless. I had no clue of WiiFit
It is absolutely amazing!!. And Mario Galaxy On Nov. 12 I feel like crying of happiness!!