It’s the calm before the Nintendo storm as we’re only days away from the release of some of Nintendo’s biggest holiday titles! This week on the NintendoFuse Podcast, we discuss whether GTA V will come to Wii U, the pricing for Resident Evil: Revelations, new characters for Mario Kart 7, a new 3DS firmware update, and MORE! Plus, the music in this episode is from various Pokemon games including some music from the recent 3DS release, Pokemon Rumble Blast. And if you’re a 3DS Ambassador… don’t forget to check out our HUGE contest with LOTS of prizes!

Also… it’s announcement time! The (now monthly) live shows will resume THIS TUESDAY at 7 pm eastern time (though there’s a chance it may be delayed to 8 pm)! Remember, YOU can join in to those in one of three ways…

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3) Call in with your microphone on your computer by downloading TalkShoe Live for free from here. Once installed, go to the Nintendo Fuse TalkShoe page and then select the option to connect through TalkShoe Live Pro.

Anyways, you can listen to the new episode above, or you can download it here or on iTunes here.

We hope you enjoy it and as always, feel free to post your comments/thoughts/suggestions. The NintendoFuse Podcast will be uploaded every Friday night, so stay tuned for more of the latest and greatest from Nintendo! And don’t forget that you can also catch up on the old episodes here, or by subscribing in iTunes by searching for NintendoFuse or by clicking this link. Enjoy!

It’s Friday, so it’s time for another episode of the NintendoFuse Podcast! This episode is called “NintenDOOMED… NOT” because we have sales details for Nintendo and as usual, people are overreacting and proclaiming doom and gloom. However, it’s clear this isn’t the case and there’s lots of new information from Nintendo this week to prove it. In this episode, we discuss Disney Universe for Wii, new Super Mario 3D Land details, when to expect new details on Wii U, new features coming to the 3DS eShop, and MORE!. Plus, the music in this episode is from the new Kirby’s Return to Dream Land for Wii. And if you’re a 3DS Ambassador… don’t forget to check out our HUGE contest with LOTS of prizes! Also stay tuned for the start of the monthly live shows probably the second week of November. You can listen to the new episode above, or you can download it here or on iTunes here.

We hope you enjoy it and as always, feel free to post your comments/thoughts/suggestions. The NintendoFuse Podcast will be uploaded every Friday night, so stay tuned for more of the latest and greatest from Nintendo! And don’t forget that you can also catch up on the old episodes here, or by subscribing in iTunes by searching for NintendoFuse or by clicking this link. Enjoy!

Lots of last minute news this week! We made sure to include it all in this week’s NintendoFuse Podcast. Listen in to get in-depth news on everything that happened on the Nintendo Direct presentations with Iwata and Reggie. Plus, new details on the 3DS firmware update, info overload on Mario Kart 7, and lots more! And if you’re a 3DS Ambassador… don’t forget to check out our HUGE contest with LOTS of prizes! Also stay tuned for details on the monthly live shows soon. You can listen to the new episode above, or you can download it here or on iTunes here.

We hope you enjoy it and as always, feel free to post your comments/thoughts/suggestions. The NintendoFuse Podcast will be uploaded every Friday night, so stay tuned for more of the latest and greatest from Nintendo! And don’t forget that you can also catch up on the old episodes here, or by subscribing in iTunes by searching for NintendoFuse or by clicking this link. Enjoy!

Are you ready for another new episode of the NintendoFuse Podcast? Well this week is “Full Steam Ahead!” as we get have details on all the latest Nintendo titles coming soon. This week, we’re talking about Super Mario 3D Land, Mario Kart 7, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword and more! Plus, there’s a online Pokemon tournament you can enter in, a new Wii bundle available soon, and even details on the title “Go Vacation“. And did you hear about our 3DS Ambassador Games Competition? There are LOTS of prizes so definitely check that out! Also stay tuned for details on the monthly live shows soon! You can listen to the new episode above, or you can download it here or on iTunes here.

We hope you enjoy it and as always, feel free to post your comments/thoughts/suggestions. The NintendoFuse Podcast will be uploaded every Friday night, so stay tuned for more of the latest and greatest from Nintendo! And don’t forget that you can also catch up on the old episodes here, or by subscribing in iTunes by searching for NintendoFuse or by clicking this link. Enjoy!

It’s Friday and that means it’s time for a new episode of the NintendoFuse Podcast! This week is a “new spin on a familiar tail” because the Tanooki tail will appear in both Super Mario 3D Land and Mario Kart 7… we’ll give you the latest details on both of those titles. Plus, new details on The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword as well as EA’s comments on Wii U. But that’s not all, there’s a lot more to hear about in this episode. It’s only our second episode in the new format, so please let us know what you think so we can try and improve next time. Also stay tuned for details on the monthly live shows soon! You can listen to the new episode above, or you can download it here or on iTunes here.

We hope you enjoy it and as always, feel free to post your comments/thoughts/suggestions. The NintendoFuse Podcast will be uploaded every Friday night, so stay tuned for more of the latest and greatest from Nintendo! And don’t forget that you can also catch up on the old episodes here, or by subscribing in iTunes by searching for NintendoFuse or by clicking this link. Enjoy!

HAPPY SECOND ANNIVERSARY!!! That’s right, we are BACK! The NintendoFuse Podcast has returned on its second anniversary with a new format. It’s been many weeks, but this new format will hopefully allow us to not have to take long breaks again. So what awaits you in this episode? Nick (SirVenom) gives us the lowdown on what’s hot on the site and forums, Steve (hattrick) takes us through this week’s releases, Hassan (DarkWish… that’s me!) discuss the latest handheld news, Jeremy (JHardin1112) has all the details on the latest console news, and Mickey (hey_suburbia) caps it off with a look ahead at what Nintendo has to offer with the Nintendo Forecast. You can hear all about new 3D Super Mario 3D Land screens (link here), new characters in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, and MUCH MORE in this episode! You can listen to it above, or you can download it here or on iTunes here.

We hope you enjoy it, and as always, feel free to post your comments/thoughts/suggestions. The NintendoFuse Podcast will be uploaded every Friday night, so stay tuned for more of the latest and greatest from Nintendo! And don’t forget that you can also catch up on the old episodes here, or by subscribing in iTunes by searching for Nintendo Fuse or by clicking this link. Enjoy!

Universe… Doe’s this include EVERYONE?

Who would you like to see in the new Smash Bros?

[Reddit]

A while ago, there was a rumor that the Nintendo 3DS would be getting a second Circle Pad via an attachment to the system. At the time, it seemed ridiculous but I posted it because the source was 01net, the French site that leaked details on Wii U before its reveal. Fast forward to today and Famitsu has begun to leak, and we now have confirmation that the rumor is true… it’s called the “Expansion Circle Pad”.

As you can see from the picture above, the attachment is a replacement for the current charging cradle for the 3DS. The second Circle Pad is to the right of the ABXY buttons and it also features R1, R2, and L2 shoulder buttons (the original R button is covered up by the attachment, but the original L button is still able to be used). No word on the price, release date, or if there will be a re-designed 3DS with the second Circle Pad built-in or not. Here are some additional images of the attachment:

Based on the additional images, there is speculation it could have an extended battery possibly, but that is of course unconfirmed. Expect more news at the upcoming Nintendo 3DS Conference on September 13th in Japan.

[Via Andriasang, NeoGAF, 1Up, and TwitPic]

First things first… this is a RUMOR. And a HUGE one. Quite honestly, this sounds ridiculous to me and I don’t believe it. Having said that, the source is the French site 01net and they were spot on with their Wii U rumors and apparently on some PlayStation Vita rumors as well. So because of their track record, I thought I’d post this here, but of course… take this with a massive grain of salt.

01net is claiming their source says Nintendo is working on an attachment for the 3DS that will bring a second Circle Pad to the system for approximately $10. How this will work is beyond me, but that’s what they’re claiming. They are also saying that Nintendo is working on a new 3DS that will “radically tone down the whole 3D angle”, involve a new design, and probably will a new name as well. Again, I find this very hard to believe… but I only post rumors from sites with a track record of being right, not just some random junk, so who knows.

01net will be discussing Wii U tomorrow, so perhaps we’ll get more rumors about that then as well. All I know is… things are going to be very interesting in the coming months/years.

[01net]

Note: The above image is a mockup. Also, this article originally stated the new handheld would be without 3D, but I then looked at the English version of the article (I was previously using Google Translate) and they said they will “radically tone down” the 3D, so it appears the 3D may not be gone entirely. I have updated the article to reflect that change.

UPDATE: According to the Official Nintendo Magazine (ONM), we have confirmation that both of these titles are on the list of free games.

According to a recent email from supposed Nintendo Customer Support, Super Mario Advance 4 and Kirby & The Amazing Mirror will also be a part of the 3DS Ambassador program. If we can believe this is true, those who purchase a 3DS and connect to the eShop at least once before the price drop on August 12, you will get these two games for free in addition to the ten already mentioned.

Something interesting to note are the typos, though. That could prove or disprove the validity of this email, depending on how you look at it. For instance, maybe the SMA4 is also a typo, as we know that SMA3 has already been confirmed. Only time will tell. For now, we’ll keep this filed under the rumor mill.

[GoNintendo & NintendoLife]

One can only guess what this image might mean.  It seems as though we have some speculation as to what the game is now, thanks to andriasang.com and the latest issue of Famitsu.

Cattle Call, developer of such games as Metal Max 3 and Space Invaders Get Even, is working on a unique new 3DS simulation game for Namco Bandai. Titled Brave Company, the new game is revealed on the pages of this week’s Famitsu.

In Brave Company, you play as the CEO of a hero dispatch agency. You’ll have to interview potential heroes, hire them, and send them out to the city to protect the peace. As you advance in the game, both your company and the city will grow.

Hero types include knights, archers, priests and wizards. If you send out a hero that’s better suited to a particular quest, you’ll have a better chance of success.

Brave Company features music from Prof. Sakamoto, image visual work from Tomomi Kobayashi (SaGa series), and character designs from Foo Midori (official site).

A 3DS release is set for October 27. An iOS version is also due in August.

Source: andriasang

A member of the NeoGAF forums supposedly got hold of a list that shows future games, and some to be revealed at E3 this coming week. One of the games on this list was Super Mario Wii 2! This makes me especially excited seeing as how much I love Mario games. Could this possibly be a way to hold off eager fanboys such as myself from Project Café? If so, it just might work. More to come this Tuesday, stay tuned as NintendoFuse will be bringing you the latest in E3 coverage!

Speaking of rumors, there were many surrounding the Wii, back when it was only known as Revolution. As we gear up for the official unveiling of Nintendo’s next home console, the successor to Wii, we thought it would be interesting to look back at the list of Revolution/Wii rumors. Did any of them did not pan out, and how many of them have resurfaced as a “Project Cafe” rumor? Let’s take a look.

• Launch price of $99
  QuickJump reported on Joystiq’s launch price claims. Even then, people were not sure. Today, we still have yet to see the Wii hit $99, as the latest price-drop only took it down to $149.
• 3D Projection
  While we know that Nintendo has been looking into 3D for a long time, it seems that many thought Revolution would have a 3D element. If you could not tell, it did not happen.
• Controller to feature tactile feedback
  There were many rumors that the Revolution controller would feature tactile feedback and even hot/cold feedback. While this did not find its way into the final controller, that has not stopped technology from trying it out. Will it eventually be seen?
• Controller to look like GameCube’s “Wavebird”
  This rumor was based on an alleged prototype. According to the source, the A/B/X/Y buttons would look similar to a SNES, and it would feature no gyroscope or touch screen. Maybe this was a prototype for the Wii Classic Controller, or maybe this person was making it up.
  
• Touch-Screen Controller
  With the success of the Nintendo DS, many rumors stated that the Revolution would have touch-screen controllers. That did not happen, obviously, but that does not stop the rumors from resurfacing for the successor.
• Gyroscopic sensors in controllers, not wireless
  This one comes from the Nintendo forums. Neither ended up being true, as the gyroscope was not added until Motion Plus, and the Wii Remote is definitely wireless bluetooth enabled.
• Controller to have Magnetic touch panel, Tilt Sensor, Scroll Wheel, Push Pull Joysticks, Sensitive Pad, Rumble, Microphone/Speaker, & a Screen
  On this huge list of features said to be included, only two and a half actually saw the light of day. The Wii Remote does include a tilt sensor, rumble, and speaker. The Wii successor, though, is rumored to include most of the missing elements.
• HD-DVD format for games
  This one obviously did not turn out, and neither did the success of the HD-DVD format anyhow. Instead, Nintendo went with a 12cm optical disc for their games, which is very similar to a standard DVD.
• Launching with Mario
  The launch of the Wii was missing Mario. Instead, we got The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, which also released for the GameCube months later.
• Controller would not feature a traditional D-Pad or “A” and “B” buttons
  Shuken Diamond got this one wrong, as the Wii Remote featured a D-Pad and A/B buttons. Yes, they were in different locations than we were used to, but they were still present in the end.
• Four 2.5Ghz IBM G5 Custom CPU
  While that would have been one powerful system, GamesIndustry.biz was a bit off, because the Wii ended up with a, IBM Broadway, which is only a 729mhz CPU. For reference, the GameCube had a 485mhz processor.
• Virtual space & head-tracking based on fixation points
  While many have tried this post-launch, Nintendo never implemented anything like this in the Wii. Since then, we have seen only Microsoft’s Kinect and the Nintendo 3DS really explore this technology.

What will the Wii successor (Project Cafe?) look like, and how will it function? We hope to find all those answers at E3 2011. Until then, expect many more rumors regarding every aspect of the system. As before, with the Revolution/Wii, do not believe everything you read.

Did we leave anything out? If so, please leave a note in the comments.

The LIVE recording is now over. It was our 50th episode and we discussed Project Cafe rumors, the Wii price cut and budget line, rumors of Sonic Generations for the 3DS, and much more! You can listen to it here.

So today is Monday and that means it’s time for the NintendoFuse Podcast! Join us TONIGHT at 9:30 pm ET as we talk about the latest Nintendo news and rumors. But did you know that there’s something special about tonight’s episode? IT’S OUR 50TH EPISODE!!! Thank you all so much for your support with this podcast in the past year and a half. Tonight will also be the last episode before we go on break for the summer, so make sure you don’t miss this! Tonight, we’re discussing the rumor of Sonic Generations for the 3DS, a Skyward Sword trailer easter egg, Miyamoto talks 3DS and Project Cafe, Nintendo Selects and the new Wii price cut, some Project Cafe rumors, and more! This week’s “Featured Game” is The Munchables for Wii, and our “Discussion Topic” involves our ideas for upcoming Nintendo 3DS games. There’s LOTS to discuss, so make sure you tune in TONIGHT at 9:30 pm ET to discuss it all in our LIVE recording!

Plus, YOU can actually call in to the podcast LIVE or join us in the chatroom. There are actually three ways to participate…

1) Chat in the chatroom by going to the Nintendo Fuse TalkShoe page once the podcast begins at 9:30 pm eastern time.

2) Call in with your phone by dialing (724) 444-7444 and when prompted for the Call ID, dial 59264#. You can then press 1 to join in as a guest, or you can create a free account on TalkShoe and enter your PIN number on the phone.

3) Call in with your microphone on your computer by downloading TalkShoe Live for free from here. Once installed, go to the Nintendo Fuse TalkShoe page and then select the option to connect through TalkShoe Live Pro.

Be here every Monday at 9:30 pm eastern time to listen and join in on the fun while we discuss the latest and greatest from Nintendo! You can also catch up on the old episodes here, or by subscribing in iTunes by searching for Nintendo Fuse or by clicking this link. Enjoy!

The LIVE recording is now over. We discussed the latest Project Café details, new 3DS-related news, and LOTS more! You can listen to the recorded episode here.

First off, if you didn’t see it already, we recorded a podcast interview with John Greiner, President of MonkeyPaw Games, about the upcoming WiiWare title, “BurgerTime HD”. Check it out here.

It’s that time of the week again… time for the NintendoFuse Podcast! Join us TONIGHT at 9:30 pm ET as we talk about the latest Nintendo news and rumors. Tonight’s episode is JAM PACKED with discussion, I think this could be our best episode yet, and I don’t always say that. We’re talking about new details on Super Mario 3DS, the Nintendo DS Lite discontinued, the announcement of Flipnote Studio 3DS, the first Nintendo eShop launch title announced, and so much more that I can’t list it all. Then, this week’s “Featured Game” is Metroid Prime: Hunters for the DS. And finally, we’re going to conclude with the same “Discussion Topic” as last week: Project Café a.k.a. Nintendo’s Wii successor. We have the official announcement, lots of new details, and plenty of interesting rumors to discuss! There’s LOTS to discuss and you do NOT want to miss this, so make sure you tune in TONIGHT at 9:30 pm ET to discuss it all in our LIVE recording!

Plus, YOU can actually call in to the podcast LIVE or join us in the chatroom. There are actually three ways to participate…

1) Chat in the chatroom by going to the Nintendo Fuse TalkShoe page once the podcast begins at 9:30 pm eastern time.

2) Call in with your phone by dialing (724) 444-7444 and when prompted for the Call ID, dial 59264#. You can then press 1 to join in as a guest, or you can create a free account on TalkShoe and enter your PIN number on the phone.

3) Call in with your microphone on your computer by downloading TalkShoe Live for free from here. Once installed, go to the Nintendo Fuse TalkShoe page and then select the option to connect through TalkShoe Live Pro.

Be here every Monday at 9:30 pm eastern time to listen and join in on the fun while we discuss the latest and greatest from Nintendo! You can also catch up on the old episodes here, or by subscribing in iTunes by searching for Nintendo Fuse or by clicking this link. Enjoy!