having played nearly every 2D platformer on Wii (NSMB, KirbyX2, WarioLand, Klonoa, Rayman, Sonic Colors, NiGHTS, I think the only ones I missed were a boy and his blob and Lost in Shadow) I can say that DKCR is indeed the best!
The difficulty is hard and that is indeed a good thing because the controls are precise to the point it is ALWAYS your fault when you screw up. The world is also magnificent! One of those games I regret not buying sooner, and at 5 million it IS underrated! The game deserves 10 million sales!

Go get it! For $30 buy two and give one as a gift!

My mind was blown pretty hard when they announced same-day download of retail games, but cloud storage too? If this is true, they're more serious about catching up to the competition than I thought.

Inazuma Eleven is close to release? Another huge 3DS game for the year! Nintendo is going to really dominate the japanese charts.

One of my most antecipated games... even though it's very hard for us to get it. Man, I don't want piracy on the 3DS, but DS fan-translations were so good...

More Inazuma Eleven = More 3DS systems sold. Dragon Quest Monsters 3D has been getting lots of pre-order lately and it's almost the end of the month. 3DS has dominated Japan. And having Pokemon release soon too... Nintendo will have a party with those numbers.

Over here in America, a smaller party, but still good nonetheless. July is going to be a big month for third-party releases, thanks to Square-Enix of course. Theartrhythm, Kingdom Hearts, and Heroes of Ruin(which has a new release date, check link). Also, Rhythm Theif is releasing in July too.

By the way, has Square mix the release dates for Kingdom Hearts? It say July 20th for North America and July 31st for Europe, which should be the other way around from the press releases and videos we've seen.

http://andriasang.com/con10b/square_enix_shipments/

I'm glad Pikmin 2 is a Nintendo Selects! I was going to buy it on Gamecube, but... Gamestop still has it priced at $40...
http://www.gamestop.com/gc/games/pikmin-2/27931

The phoque...

Just watched the new Kingdom Hearts "trailer"... Gorgeous as ever, probably the most gorgeous Kingdom Hearts game of them all.

Can't wait!

I need cases for my discs!

By the way, new 3DS firmware update available. Nothing really. Here's a google translation from the Japanese Nintendo site.

Latest update details
improve the convenience and stability of the system
To enjoy more comfortable, we have improved the stability and convenience of the system.

The body of the (※ 1) 4.1.0-○ J (in ○ enters either the number of 0 to 4), the update of the previous, does not include the following changes this.
● Additional features of the "Nintendo 3DS camera"
● Add the function of "Mii plaza passing"
● The function of "moving software and data," adding "move from Nintendo 3DS"
In (Enter either to ○ The number of 0 to 1) the body of the (※ 2) 4.1.0-○ J, of the previous update, does not include the following changes this.
● Add the "Internet Browser"
● Adding a "Nintendo e-shop"
● The function of "moving software and data," adding "move from Nintendo DSi"
● update from 1.1.0-1J [only] the deletion of "Nintendo video game music live" 3D Movie Limited


Google translated.

http://gonintendo.com/?mode=viewstory&id=177247

@VicViper You're right! This is the Kingdom Hearts with the least amount of fishfaces too! Very impressive!

Here's the trailer!

Mario Kart 7 Patch is Live! Not only does it fix the Maka Wuhu glitch, it also fixes the Wuhu Island and Bowser's Castle 3 glitch too. Like it was previously said, you have to have this patch in order to play online, so you cheats can cry in your room. Also, it enhances the speed when logging in and I think now you can back out of finding and joining the match while it's still processing.

REDMOND, Wash., May 15, 2012 - Two new downloadable Pokémon titles are coming soon to the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS. Pokémon Dream Radar and Pokédex 3D Pro will both release in fall 2012, giving players new ways to catch and learn about their favorite Pokémon, while expanding the overall experience for those that choose to play the upcoming Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 games on the Nintendo 3DS.

"2012 is shaping up to be a great year for fans of Pokémon video games," said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America's executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. "Not only can players look forward to a successor to one of the biggest Pokémon adventures ever, they can also enjoy two other titles that add to the Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 experience, helping to expand their enjoyment when playing on Nintendo 3DS."

Pokémon Dream Radar lets players use several different features of the Nintendo 3DS system, including the Nintendo 3DS camera, motion control and augmented-reality technology, to catch Pokémon by moving the Nintendo 3DS to discover hidden Pokémon. Players can catch the Pokémon by moving the Nintendo 3DS to aim and shoot beams at them. Caught Pokémon from Pokémon Dream Radar can be transferred into Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2, helping players build their roster of Pokémon. Pokémon Dream Radar also includes some hard-to-get Pokémon, giving players even more incentive to catch them for their game. Pokémon Dream Radar will be available exclusively for purchase via download from the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS.

Pokédex 3D Pro is a fully enhanced and upgraded version of the original Pokédex 3D application. It includes detailed information about the more than 600 Pokémon featured in the history of the Pokémon video game series. Pokédex 3D Pro also includes in-depth sorting, comparison and ranking tools, as well as comprehensive details on what abilities each Pokémon can learn and how it evolves. Additionally, the application includes extensive augmented-reality capabilities, including the ability to take photos of Pokémon in the real world. With Pokédex 3D Pro, all known Pokémon are unlocked from the start, allowing players to access a wealth of information that will be useful as they play through Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2. Pokémon Dream Radar will be available exclusively for purchase via download from the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS.

Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 bring players back to the Unova region two years after the events of Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version. Players who are familiar with Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version will immediately notice that the Unova region has transformed significantly in the new games. Embark on a new adventure starting in the new Aspertia City and discover what strange events are occurring and why the Unova region has changed two years after Team Plasma's defeat.

Players can also look forward to two new Legendary Pokémon, Black Kyurem and White Kyurem, which are featured on the games' packaging. Each of these powerful Legendary Pokémon boasts new devastating Ice-type signature moves; Black Kyurem knows Freeze Shock and White Kyurem comes ready for battle with Ice Burn. Black Kyurem will be available exclusively in Pokémon Black Version 2, while White Kyurem will only be found in Pokémon White Version 2. Developed for the Nintendo DS family of systems, the games can also be played on the Nintendo 3DS system in 2D mode.

For more information about Pokémon Black Version 2, Pokémon White Version 2, Pokédex 3D Pro and Pokémon Dream Radar, visit http://www.pokemon.com.

http://gonintendo.com/?mode=viewstory&id=177251