Nintendo E3 2010 Press Conference - 3DS, Kid Icarus, Zelda, DKC, Kirby!

[Cao Cao]

E3 2010: June 14-17

Nintendo's E3 Site (http://e3.nintendo.com)

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The major press events are listed below, for reference:
Microsoft Press Conference - Monday, June 14th 10:30am PDT <World Clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=6&day=14&year=2010&hour=10&min=30&sec=0&p1=137)> Nintendo Press Conference - Tuesday, June 15th, 9:00am PDT (6am HST, 8am AKDT, 10am MDT, 11am CDT, 12PM EDT) <World Clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=6&day=15&year=2010&hour=9&min=0&sec=0&p1=137)> Sony Press Conference - Tuesday, June 15th 12:00pm PDT <World Clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=6&day=15&year=2010&hour=12&min=0&sec=0&p1=137)>
EA - Monday, June 14th 2:00pm PDT <World Clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=6&day=14&year=2010&hour=14&min=00&sec=0&p1=137)>
Ubisoft - Monday, June 14th 5:00pm PDT <World Clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=6&day=14&year=2010&hour=17&min=00&sec=0&p1=137)>
Activision - Monday, June 14th 9:00pm PDT <World Clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=6&day=14&year=2010&hour=21&min=00&sec=0&p1=137)>
Konami - Wednesday, June 16th 1:00pm PDT <World Clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=6&day=16&year=2010&hour=13&min=00&sec=0&p1=137)>
Natal/Cirque du Soleil - Performed Sunday. Airing Tuesday June 15th, 3:30pm PDT on MTV, 9:00pm PDT on Nick@Nite; 4:00pm PDT at GameTrailers.

In less than one week, the Electronic Entertainment Expo 2010 will commence. From what has been rumored/revealed so far, this is shaping up to be a major event for all platforms, with potential new hardware announcements, more information on big-name titles, the unveiling of new titles, and expanded coverage on things that were announced at previous media functions.

As it stands now, the schedule for the platform trio is similar to last year's E3, with Microsoft doing their conference on Monday, and Nintendo and Sony holding their conferences on Tuesday. However, there is a notable difference in Nintendo's case, as this year, their press conference will be twice as long, two hours, compared to one hour at the previous shows. The extension isn't too surprising, since they plan to unveil the Nintendo 3DS at the show, and some major titles, like the new Zelda Wii game, should make an appearance.

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Pertinent information

Major sites to find live video streams of the press conferences:
IGN's E3 Site (http://e3.ign.com/)
Youtube E3 channel (http://www.youtube.com/e3)
* This year, IGN has partnered with Youtube to provide the live streaming videos of the conferences. Youtube's servers are pretty strong, so this might be a good feed during the busy times.

GameTrailers (http://www.gametrailers.com/e3/)/SpikeTV
* Last year's impressions: The first feed I watched was choppy, probably due to high traffic at the time. Strangely enough, it was the exact opposite for the UbiSoft conference. GameSpot's feed was choppy, and GameTrailer's feed was high-quality and silky smooth. My verdict for GameTrailers: When it works, it works beautifully.
* It has been announced that SpikeTV will have live TV coverage of Microsoft's Press Conference, exclusive TV broadcasting rights via a deal struck between Microsoft and MTV Networks. SpikeTV will not be covering any of the other conferences, so catch the Microsoft one online or on SpikeTV, and catch the rest online or on G4tv.
* Due to this deal, GameTrailers may be under pressure to better handle the increased server load this year, so their stream might be smooth during the busy times.
* It has also been announced that those with iPhones can watch the live streams on GT, an option if you are away from a computer.

GameSpot's E3 site (http://e3.gamespot.com/)
* Last year's impressions: Gamespot had poor video quality and so-so sound volume, but it's a reliable live feed.

G4tv (Online and TV) (http://g4tv.com/e32010)
* Last year's impressions: I watched the TV feed for the Microsoft presser, and as promised, it was commercial-free (Though the Microsoft feed will be online-only this year, due to the MS/MTVN TV deal). A good choice if you catch G4. Haven't tried the online feed, though it will be hosted on uStream this year (uStream app available for iPhone and Android).

1UP's E3 site (http://www.1up.com/e3/)
* Like G4, 1UP will be hosting their live videos on uStream this year.

Nintendo official E3 site (http://e3.nintendo.com/)
* This year, Nintendo will be streaming live video of their press conference at the e3.nintendo.com website. There's nothing up at the site right now, but they should add stuff as the conference gets closer.

Konami's E3 site (http://www.konami.com/e3/)
* Apparently, this will be the only place to catch a live feed of Konami's conference, and registration is required to do so.

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Maniac Section
Now, like last year's thread, it's time for the section o' speculation, where I gather items that have either been confirmed, rumored, or just things that I think will appear.

First up, from the lab of Dr. Fred (Things that have been confirmed, or are incredibly likely, to appear):

Nintendo 3DS - Nintendo has already confirmed that they will be unveiling this at the show, and with the longer duration, this conference will presumably answer many of our burning questions. What tech will be powering it? What will it look like? How will the 3D effect be performed? What are the control options? What games will be made for it? What are the other features besides 3D?
New Wii Zelda - Miyamoto said last year that this untitled Zelda game would be revealed at this year's conference, and judging from a recent German interview, that announcement seems to be on track. Last year, all he gave us was a piece of artwork and the assurance that it would be a Wii Motion Plus-exclusive title.
Vitality Sensor - Iwata mentioned it at last year's press conference, and nothing else has been revealed about it since, except for some vague details on Wii Relax. Presumably, they will have some stuff to show at this year's conference.


From the footage recorded by Nurse Edna (Stuff that was announced at earlier events):

- Dragon Quest IX (DS) - Nintendo is publishing it in the US and Europe, so it would not be surprising to see the localized version at the show.
- FlingSmash (Wii) - Shown at E3 2009 by Nintendo, this is a WM+ exclusive title that's kind of tough to describe (A tennis-pinball platformer? (http://www.destructoid.com/nintendo-s-flingsmash-tennis-pinball-platforming-164931.phtml)). Interestingly enough, it currently has a $30 MSRP.
- Golden Sun DS - The third entry in the popular RPG series was announced at E3 2009, and at the time it had a short trailer and a small demo on the show floor, so we should expect more info at this year's event.
- Line Attack Heroes (Wii) - Announced at the October media event a few years ago and re-confirmed at last year's E3
- Metroid Other M (Wii) - Originally set for June but pushed to August, it will likely be playable at the show.
- Pikmin 3 (???) - Announced two years ago, and last E3, Miyamoto said that a small team was working on it. Perhaps they would be ready to show something this year.
- Sin and Punishment 2: Star Successor (Wii) - Already out in Europe and set for June in the US, they'll probably mention it and have it out on the show floor.
- Wii Party - The supposed successor to the Mario Party franchise, we'll probably hear more about this at the conference.
- Xenoblade (Wii) - Announced at E3 2009 as Monado, this re-christened RPG title may make a second E3 appearance if Nintendo plans to release it in the West.

- Dragon Quest X (Wii) - Announced by Square-Enix a few years back, we may finally hear something about it. Unlikely though, since TGS or a Nintendo/Square-Enix press event would be a more fitting venue.
- Epic Mickey (Wii) - With Warren Spector at the helm, this will be Disney's major holiday title, we may see a playable build at the show. Rumor has it that they may show a version with overhauled graphics, to look closer to the artwork.
- Ghost Trick (DS) - Localization announced at Captivate, so we probably won't see much new at this show since that occurred so recently.
- Ivy the Kiwi? (DS & Wii) - This title, from Yuji Naka's Prope studio, is supposed to be similar in gameplay to Kirby Canvas Curse. It's multi-platform, and it has a unique hand-drawn on parchment graphic style.
- Okamiden (DS) - See Ghost Trick.
- Monster Tale (DS) - A platformer, with a monster-raising twist, from the creators of Henry Hatsworth.
- NBA Jam (Wii) - We'll likely see more of this, possibly at EA's event.
- Super Scribblenauts (DS) - The sequel to 2009's Scribblenauts, and 5th Cell has promised to fix the problems of the first one (e.g. adding D-Pad control of Maxwell), while adding plenty of new stuff (adjectives and adjective-stacking).
- Might as well mention the notable Wiiware releases that have been announced, and will probably make appearances at the show in some form: And Yet It Moves, Descent, La-Mulana, Night Game, Noitu Love 2, Puzzle Agent, Stonekeep, Super Meat Boy, Toribash.


From the stampbook of Wierd Ed (Released/Announced in other regions):

- Hotel Dusk 2: Last Window (DS) - Released in Japan earlier this year, the future of this sequel to the cult hit Hotel Dusk may be questionable due to developer Cing's bankruptcy filing, but if Nintendo was planning to bring it over, there's no better place to announce it.
- Jam with the Band (DS) - The localized version of Daigasso! Band Brothers DX was quietly announced for Europe, and it seems to be bringing over all of the features of the Japanese version (Downloadable songs, Karaoke mode, etc.). A US release has yet to be announced, but E3 would be the venue to do it.
- The Last Story (Wii) - A Nintendo-published RPG from Hironobu Sakaguchi's Mistwalker studio, and E3 would be a good venue for some footage if they plan to localize it.
- Pokemon Black & White (DS) - They have already announced a release date for the US, perhaps they will reveal more footage or info at the show.
- Professor Layton and the Last Time Travel (DS) - The second Layton localization was announced at E3 2009, so the announcement of the final game in the first Layton trilogy would be fitting at E3 2010. Level-5 has already filed the trademark for "Professor Layton and the Unwound Future."
- The recent price drops on the DS Lite/i/LL in Japan could be indicative of future price drops in the western regions. Then again, perhaps not (or at least not in the short-term), since it seems the DS is still selling well in the US each month.

- Dragon Quest VI (DS) - Square-Enix has released the other two DQ remakes in the West, and they have hinted in the past that they wanted to bring this remake to the West too. Since it was finally released in Japan back in January, there would be no better time to announce this localization.
- Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes of Light (DS) - Square-Enix has already announced it for the US, and they'll probably show something at the expo.
- Ninokuni: The Another World (DS) - As I said last year, this RPG title seems too big to stay in one country. Developed by Level-5, one of the first 4-gigabit DS carts, used that size to accomodate the fully-orchaestrated score, and animation by Studio Ghibli.
- Tales of Graces (Wii) - Probably won't be announced, since Bandai-Namco seems to bring over only a few entries of the Tales series, but still worth listing I guess.
- Atlus: They usually have a few surprises up their sleeves, last year it was Trauma Team and Shiren the Wanderer. This year, they will probably announce their localization plans. Super Robot Taisen OG Saga Endless Frontier Exceed? SRT OGS Masou-Kishin? Solarobo? The 7th Dragon? They recently announced Etrian Odyssey III, so there should be some more info at the show.


From the birdbath of Dead Cousin Ted (Misc. matters):

- Retro, developer of the Metroid Prime series, has been working on a mystery title for quite some time now. Allegedly, it was scheduled to appear at past shows, but was usually bumped at the last minute due to not being ready to show off. No time better than E3 to show what they've been working on.
- Project Sora (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_Sora), a Nintendo subsidiary headed by Smash Bros. director Masahiro Sakurai, has been developing something big for a while. Will they be ready to show what they are working on? Who knows...
- I guess on that note, we haven't heard anything from NCL for a while, and Q-Games always seem to be working on something (They should have recently finished X-Scape for DSiWare), so perhaps these two might be working on some unannounced projects. There's also Next Level Games, the developer of the Mario soccer games and the Punch-Out!! remake, though they have apparently been busy working on the Wii version of that upcoming Transformers WFC game.
- Some time ago, Nintendo filed trademarks for a "Power Wii." Perhaps we may see what that is all about.
- A Wiimote was recently submitted to the FCC. Are the changes simply related to cost-cutting measures, or could this have a built-in WM+? We might find out at this event.
- I might as well also mention the recent rumor that Activision is planning to publish a Goldeneye remake for Wii and DS, developed by Eurocom and n-Space respectively.
- Two rumors within the past week: Destructoid has reason to believe that Animal Crossing will be a launch title for the 3DS, and IGN's Craig Harris (http://wii.ign.com/articles/109/1096857p1.html) wrote about a rumor that Retro will be showing a Donkey Kong revival.

[Strell]

Dooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood. Predictions in the form of Maniac Mansion characters? My heart just melted a little.

[Droenixjpn]

Cannot wait until E3 2010! Just one more day... Sadly, I have school.

[Snake2715]

Sweet! I cant wait.

[dan13l858]

I'll be there to play 3DS but i might miss the Nintendo and Sony press conference.

[Law_Professor]

Joystiq predicts a sequel to New Super Mario Bros. DS, and that's okay with me!

[Strell]

It's now rumored that Retro is making a new Donkey Kong.

Which, haha, ok.

[EXStrike]

yeah yeah yeah

Let's do this.

[Dead of Knight]

As long as Nintendo announces Last Story and Xenoblade for the US I'll be satisfied. I really don't expect much of anything from them considering the past few E3s of shame. I'll be sure to try to watch it for the lulz though.

[crunchewy]

Joystiq predicts a sequel to New Super Mario Bros. DS, and that's okay with me!

Ooooh. I'd buy that.

[Sir_Fragalot]

Unless they pull out some crazy shit, I am gonna be disappointed if they don't announce one of the following.

Pilotwings Wii
Horror game that uses Vitality Sensor

So my hopes are zero to none with this press conference but I will watch it for fun.

[Strell]

"Nintendo should announce Duke Nukem Forever, or else I'm gonna cryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy."

[maximumzero]

Nintendo in general always caters to my tastes and they usually have the conference with what I'm the most interested in, so bring it the hell on.

[coolz481]

As long as Nintendo announces Last Story and Xenoblade for the US I'll be satisfied. I really don't expect much of anything from them considering the past few E3s of shame. I'll be sure to try to watch it for the lulz though.

Agreed on The Last Story and Xenoblade. Maybe DQX gets a small tease also with IX coming in July???

[M-PG71C]

As long as its not 2005 all over again where they jump up and down over connectivity, it can't be too terrible. Damn thing is two hours long though. What time is their presentation in EST? I been trying to find it but, meh. :D

EDIT: Nevermind, question answered, reading is good for me! :P So 12 EST... guess I can sleep in?

[Lone_Prodigy]

It's now rumored that Retro is making a new Donkey Kong.

Which, haha, ok.

Of all the franchises to do...

[slidecage]

anyone know the odds of a price drop this year

with the old 360s getting a cut wouldnt be shocked to see the White wiis fall to 129

[BJWanlund]

Of all the franchises to do...

Ehh, if they return Donkey Kong to the pre-DKC days, or even make a new variation on the classic Donkey Kong, more like a mesh of DKC, DK64 and the original DK arcade game, then it might be wonderful.

Although I was holding out hope Retro would revitalize Pilotwings... but that's just me.

BJ

[Strell]

Although I was holding out hope Retro would revitalize Pilotwings... but that's just me.


It's not just you. I'd be happy just to have P64 on the VC at this point since another entry seems less than zero.

[Droenixjpn]

This week is amazing and I'm super pumped for every conference.

[shosh]

please let it be zelda this year.
hopefully a mkwii sequel, but thats wishful.

but nintendo should easily steal the show this year with the 3DS.

[slidecage]

i wonder if they will confirm that ds lites will no longer be made (or has that been confirmed)

just DSI and DSI XL and the new system

[KingBroly]

I think they open that Conference tomorrow with Metroid, and close it with a third party game for Wii.

[wwe101]

hopefully 3ds will be under $150. if it is ill bite since ive never owned a ds

[ChibiJosh]

The DSi XL is nearly $200. Do you really expect the new handheld to be less than the old one?

[botticus]

I imagine the 3DS will be at or above (< $200) the DSi XL. All of the current iterations are getting a price drop in Japan likely to open up that price range for the new hardware.

3DS is really the only thing I'm looking for to be exciting out of this whole expo, Zelda might fit the bill if it seems significantly changed (for the better).

Luckily I got my time-sensitive work out of the way yesterday, just starting a weeklong activity today that should leave me plenty of time to watch or at least listen to this whole thing.

[pete5883]

Hm, the original was only $150, it would be nice if it were that cheap. I say this like I'm not going to buy it, regardless of price.

Didn't remember that the original DS was announced only 2 months before it was released. It would be nice if they did that again, too.

[KingBroly]

I don't think they'll reveal a 3DS price.

[PagingDrUgly]

:pray: F-Zero Wii ...

[Strell]

About an hour to go. Nintendo historically has been late, though, so I'm guessing longer than that.

[crunchewy]

I don't think they'll reveal a 3DS price.

I think they will. Winner gets a free taco!

[crunchewy]

i wonder if they will confirm that ds lites will no longer be made (or has that been confirmed)

just DSI and DSI XL and the new system

I really can't imagine that they'll continue producing the DS Lite with 3 other DS's to produce as well (DSi, DSi XL and 3DS). Yeah, the Lite is going to get the axe. I can't see how it couldn't.

[Cao Cao]

Around three minutes before the scheduled start date
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fysno8xdJWo

I'll check out Nintendo's feed, and switch to GameTrailers if the video quality isn't as good.

[Strell]

I can't get Gamespot's feed to load.

[M-PG71C]

Nintendo's feed is pretty good, and my internet connection sucks complete ass. :P

[Cao Cao]

Countdown to Reggie!

[Strell]

Watching on 1up.

And here. We. Go.

[Cao Cao]

It's ZELDA!!!!

[Strell]

RIGHT to Zelda. Wow.

[Cao Cao]

Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword
The style looks like a fusion of WW and TP.

[Strell]

Lmfao.

"I explain it better myself."

[Cao Cao]

Enter Miyamoto!

[Sigma]

Miyamoto!!!!!!!!!111

[A Happy Panda]

Jesus Christ the demo is not going well...

[RedGamer]

... THis looks horrible.

[Sigma]

This new Zelda looks like fun and I will likely buy it (I haven't bought a game for my Wii since SSBB came out), but the motion control doesn't seem all that responsive in this demo. It's taking Miyamoto several attempts to do simple things like slice a certain direction.

EDIT: Too bad this won't have Gamecube controller support. I imagine you'd be able to everything in one attempt with something as precise as an analog stick and buttons!

Turn off wireless devices! LMAO! Nintendo is failing right now!

[dodgeme]

Man they really do not seem to have the motion controls perfected too well yet.

[Cao Cao]

They'll have to work on the sensing by release.

[collipop]

LOL at him blowing himself up with the bomb

[hockeyfun66@]

I'm sure the problem is not wireless devices...

[A Happy Panda]

I HIGHLY doubt its the controls...I bet its the stage.

[spoo]

... THis looks horrible.

It looks great but it looks like it plays like shit. :wall:

[dodgeme]

Haha lol. Blaming the arrow problems on wireless devices.

[Sir_Fragalot]

I never thought I would be as excited for the new Zelda as I am right now. This looks like the Zelda I have been waiting for after OOT.

[Sigma]

I HIGHLY doubt its the controls...I bet its the stage.
Nah, they already confirmed it was the crowds wireless devices!

[Strell]

Link is running like Sonic.

[RedGamer]

News from Zelda Presentation at E3 2010:

Whip it out!

[officerrickyross222]

can you play this with the classic controller ?

[dmunkee]

Oh shit, Link's goin' Belmont on that ass. Your move Konami :lol:

[Cao Cao]

It'll be on the show floor, so we should check the previews to see if the issues are still present.

[spoo]

can you play this with the classic controller ?

I wish but doubt it.

[crunchewy]

He thinks they are having the same wireless issues that Apple did with the iPhone 4. Supposedly will be available on the show floor so others should be able to tell us how it works.

[Strell]

No Zurda this year.

[Frogurt.man]

lol

[cochesecochese]

2011. Ugh.

edit: So what is the big holiday game? Please tell me it's not Wii Party.

[hockeyfun66@]

Maybe they'll be able to fix the sensing within the next year...

[A Happy Panda]

I wonder how many AV people Miyamoto just fired.

[Cao Cao]

Now it's NBA Jam. Mario Sports.

[crunchewy]

I'm certainly looking forward to the new Zelda, but I have a question. Is this game going to be Teen rated and have blood? One of my kids does not like seeing blood in games and I was pretty annoyed that Twilight Princess apparently has that. Of course nobody has the answer, I'm just talking. :)

[cochesecochese]

Maybe they'll be able to fix the sensing within the next year...
IIRC correctly Nintendo had problems with another game at E3 on this type of setup. Wii Sports maybe? To their credit the issues seem to be with the awkward setup.

[Strell]

New Mario sportz.

[officerrickyross222]

I wish but doubt it.

:cry:

2011. Ugh.

edit: So what is the big holiday game? Please tell me it's not Wii Party.

starfox, or new super smash bros lol.. wii sports revolution ftw xD

[yukonrye]

What they've shown of Zelda is a bit of a letdown.

Edit: But Mario Hockey is not!

[cochesecochese]

New Mario sportz.
Looks like this and Wii Party are all my girlfriend will want to play this year. Thanks a lot, Nintendo.

edit: 2011? Yesssss.

[dodgeme]

Lol Mario Sports Mix.

[officerrickyross222]

sony basically has this e3 in the bag, i just hope they dont waste time talking about ''move'' allday. uncharted 3, kh3 (i can dream) :D

[crunchewy]

Nintendo Character Sports Mix. Awesome.

[Strell]

Wii Party.

This is pretty boring so far, given the technical difficulties of Zelda and what appears to be a me-too Hudson Mario Sportz game.

[dodgeme]

Oooo we have Wii Party now. Supposedly the next bridge title.

[Cao Cao]

Maybe they'll be able to fix the sensing within the next year...

It may have been something on the stage. I really can't see them being confident enough to show it on stage and letting folks try it on the floor unless they figured it was ready to show. This is Miyamoto we're talking about.

[Frogurt.man]

Just dance 2 baby yyyyyyyyeaaaaahhhh!!!!

[dmunkee]

Yikes, Wii Party? Like Mario Sports wasn't enough of a party game? So far, no good.

[cochesecochese]

Come on Wii Music 2 Hyper Gold Megamix Tournament Edition. Make it happen.

[Sigma]

I wanna see the 3DS! Shut up about the lame Wii!

The reason I don't buy Wii games, Reggie is because they are boring and you announce things like Wii Party.

[Cao Cao]

Golden Sun DS time

[Strell]

Some of you are watching this conference and expect Nintendo to not talk about Wii titles?

I wonder if you try to order spaghetti at McDonalds.

[cochesecochese]

Golden Sun DS time
Never played the series but this new one is looking really good.

[Sigma]

New Golden Sun footage ! Finally something good from Nintendo! And it looks awesome!!!

[crunchewy]

I don't even know what Golden Sun is like, but it certainly looks nice.

[Cao Cao]

Goldeneye trailer.

[dodgeme]

Talking about Goldeneye Wii now. Lol it looked not much better then the N64 version.

[crunchewy]

Golden Eye was spoiled, otherwise would have been a nice surprise.

[Strell]

Well there you go. Betting on Goldeneye as your big holiday title.

[RedGamer]

Goldeneye Wii is not impressive. They are going to totally ruin all the nostalgia we have for the N64 version. This is a money-grab and it's not gonna be anywhere near as compelling as they think.

[dmunkee]

Oh shit, it's about to get Epic in here...

[Cao Cao]

Quiet. It's EPIC Mickey time. Warren is speaking.

[Sigma]

GoldenEye was fun in 96' but now it's not exciting at all and it's just another shooter and not a very good looking one at that.

[hockeyfun66@]

Is it just me or did Reggae just call it Disney: Epic Disney when he walked off the stage?

[Cao Cao]

Yeah, there must be some interference. The pointer is jumping erratically.

[spoo]

Mickey Mouse Sunshine...

[Strell]

Ok, 1up's stream is basically dead.

Warren Spector has great stage presence. People could learn from him.

[dodgeme]

Im watching it on IGN with no problems. I may just watch it on G4 in a bit.

[Sigma]

Yeah, there must be some interference. The pointer is jumping erratically.
Surely everyone in the crowd has either a notebook, iPhone, or Android phone connected to wifi.

The style of Epic Mickey reminds me of Mickey Mania and the Steamboat Willy level they are showing looks awesome.

[SpazX]

Damn I guess I missed Zelda, but epic mickey actually looks kinda cool.

I'm watching from nintendo's site, btw, seems great.

[Strell]

Oh shit. Project Sora.

OH SHIT, KIRBY.

[crunchewy]

Kirby!

[Cao Cao]

They're showing Project Sora!

[Frogurt.man]

Disney is encouraging kids to play with paint thinner.

[dodgeme]

Kirby sounded interested but the look of it just killed that.

[Strell]

Kirby: Yoshi's Story 2010 Edition

[hockeyfun66@]

Wtf is epic yarn

[crunchewy]

Oh my god! This looks awesome. Yeah for Kirby!

EDIT: It's freaking Kirby and the play looks awesome.

[SpazX]

little big kirby is what I was thinking, but I won't let the look put me off, love kirby, might be cool.

[dmunkee]

So is Kirby more epic than Mickey?

[spoo]

Wtf is epic yarn
Worst subtitle ever.

[Sigma]

Kirby just stole Nintendo's show. Best news is it appears to have very little motion control involvement!!!!!!

[Strell]

And there's your first party holiday title.

[Cao Cao]

Kirby's Epic Yarn: This Fall

[crunchewy]

I like the look a lot and stuff like grabbing the scenery and pulling it to change it. Looks awesome to me!

[officerrickyross222]

nintendo need to announce a sackboy and mario adventures for wii and ps3 to save the show lol

[dodgeme]

Metroid Other M. I think he said end of august.

[hockeyfun66@]

Worst subtitle ever.

Yea, the game looks better then some of the crap coming to 360, in my opinion, but the name is terrible.

[Strell]

Metroid is just....godly.

[Cao Cao]

Nice box art for Other M. August 31st

[Strell]

Retro incoming.

And it IS Dk.

[spoo]

DKC looks HOT!

[crunchewy]

Woah! DK! Looks great!

[Cao Cao]

Retro DKC!

[mtxbass1]

New Donkey Kong? I'm sold.

[dodgeme]

Is that a new Donkey Kong Country game.

[hockeyfun66@]

Donkey kong!!!!!!

[dodgeme]

Im going to have to actually buy a Wii now.

[Strell]

Oh.

Fuck.

Yes.

[Sigma]

Thank you Retro Studios! DK is finally back!!!!!

[crunchewy]

I love, love, love the return of 2D gaming!

[dastly75]

Best thing I've seen so far, DK.

[SpazX]

damn, new donkey kong country, awesome

[Strell]

Where you at, Rare?

Where you at?

[dodgeme]

Nintendo 3DS!

[Cao Cao]

Time for 3DS!

[collipop]

Time for me to get a wii I think

[crunchewy]

How are they going to demo the 3D effect? You can't. Could be a problem for marketing. They are going to have to have this one display and playable in stores.

[yukonrye]

My wallet is vibrating.

[Cao Cao]

3D pictures and plays 3D movies

[dodgeme]

Project Sora = Kid Icarus Uprising

[Cao Cao]

Kid Icarus is Project Sora!

[spoo]

Sigh, why only one analog nub?

[crunchewy]

They really aren't showing that much on the 3DS, just talking about it. I guess they've got a way to go yet. Still, sounds promising.

[hockeyfun66@]

Did the site go down for everyone for a while?

[Ryukahn]

Wow, the Nintendo Live feed kept skipping/cutting/etc and was really pissing me off. I missed most of the gameplay videos shown, and have only found the Zelda one so far. Hopefully the other ones are uploaded soon.

Did the site go down for everyone for a while?

Sure did

[Cao Cao]

Yeah, CAG was struggling the whole time. GAF imploded when the 3DS stuff came out.

There's an Iwata Asks interview going on right now at Nintendo's site. Close-ups of 3DS, and they mentioned the Virtual Boy and Pilotwings in passing.

http://e3.nintendo.com/

EDIT: Now they're moving to Zelda.

[A Happy Panda]

GAF is still broken.

[Lost_In_Shadows]

I got what I wanted from Nintendo. A new Kirby and a new Donkey Kong. Although the Kirby doesn't really do it for me. I'll still play it,but they should have made it like it use to be instead of changing it and adding more motion controls. :roll:

[Chuplayer]

Kid Icarus on the 3DS? I just jizzed in my pants.

Metal Gear Solid on the 3DS? Kojima talking about jungles? I just dry orgasmed in my pants.

[Cao Cao]

Kid Icarus on the 3DS? I just jizzed in my pants.

Metal Gear Solid on the 3DS? Kojima talking about jungles? I just dry orgasmed in my pants.

Yeah, quite a few big names on that third-party rundown. Saints Row, Metal Gear, Resident Evil, Kingdom Hearts, Assassin's Creed.

[Sc4rfac3]

Nintendo WINS!!!!!!!!

[cochesecochese]

Hmmmm. Not sure if want.

If there are no other colors then I am definitely out. After buying all 4 iterations of the DS I'm not sure if I should wait for the next version of this to come out. I guess we'll see what happens when the demo stations and software demos come out.

As for Wii? Nothing for me except Zelda and Wii Party.

[Scorch]

e3 over. Nintendo wins

[Lawyers Guns N Money]

Do want. All of that. Except maybe the Wii Party.

[Vinny]

Hats off to Nintendo for finally going back to giving gamers what they want: games. Glad they kept the casual shit to a minimum.

Sony is not gonna have an easy too topping this.

[paddlefoot]

I got what I wanted from Nintendo. A new Kirby and a new Donkey Kong. Although the Kirby doesn't really do it for me. I'll still play it,but they should have made it like it use to be instead of changing it and adding more motion controls. :roll:

I like how Microsoft can have the worst E3 ever while Nintendo does almost the same things with sequels to key franchises and people get what they want.

Not that I'm complaining. I want to play Kid Icarus and Zelda :D

[KingBroly]

Zelda: Skyword Sword
Metroid Other M
Mario Sports Mix
Donkey Kong Country Returns
Kirby's Epic Yarn
Kid Icarus Uprising
Disney Epic Mickey
Golden Sun Dark Dawn

ALL WILL BE MINE. Lock this up, Nintendo won. They killed every site on the net with pure epicness

[Lone_Prodigy]

And not a single mention of the Vitality Sensor.

[Cao Cao]

Jeremy Parish's tweet:
http://twitter.com/gamespite
3DS is the real deal. Even my janky-ass eyes can visualize it. PSP-level graphics in 3D. I am seriously impressed. 9 minutes ago via Twitter for iPhone

[Cao Cao]

A part of the 3DS Fact sheet. Read it. Now
http://users.skynet.be/fa036594/3ds1.JPG
http://users.skynet.be/fa036594/3ds2.JPG

EDIT: PILOTWINGS RESORT! Squeeeeeee!
Star Fox 64 3D
Paper Mario
Animal Crossing

[Dead of Knight]

Conference was fuck amazing. Can't wait for DKC Returns and Kirby looks incredible. Where the fuck are Xenoblade and Last Story though? >:(

[Ryukahn]

A part of the 3DS Fact sheet. Read it. Now
http://users.skynet.be/fa036594/3ds1.JPG
http://users.skynet.be/fa036594/3ds2.JPG


Err, I see Etrian Odyssey, Persona, Animal Crossing, Mario Kart, Final Fantasy, and Dragon Quest listed. Are these all new games in the franchises!?!?!!?:hot::hot::hot:

[Blackout]

I am so pumped for the new Donkey Kong.

[crunchewy]

A part of the 3DS Fact sheet. Read it. Now
http://users.skynet.be/fa036594/3ds1.JPG
http://users.skynet.be/fa036594/3ds2.JPG

EDIT: PILOTWINGS RESORT! Squeeeeeee!
Star Fox 64 3D
Paper Mario
Animal Crossing

Lots of great stuff on there... and Martha Stewart? In 3D? Awesome!

[ZForce915]

Am I the only one that thought that the Zelda game was dumb?

[lustyhitter]

This may have been the best E3 Press Conference ever. No lame celebrities, no fake enthusiasm and very little chest pumping. From Epic Mickey to Kid Icarus 3DS to the actual 3DS itself, I'm excited. I especially can't wait for the new Donkey Kong Country. They kicked some major ass today. They have won this E3 hands-down.

A+

[ChibiJosh]

Geez. I sleep late and Nintendo goes fucking nuts! I'm happy about pretty much all of this news. I hope Sony can give a decent follow-up.

[Javery]

I think I'm getting old. I really look forward to a new Zelda and Metroid but that's about it. I'll reserve judgment on the 3DS until I see it in person - it sounds really cool but I don't think you can fully understand it without actually playing it. I hope they don't screw up Kid Icarus.

[crunchewy]

And not a single mention of the Vitality Sensor.

Yeah, that's pretty interesting that it was a no show. Maybe never to be seen again? Or maybe they figure they've got to wait until they actually have something to show that explains its existence.

The show was great. Started off slow, but then lots of great stuff to look forward to, and I'll be perhaps alone in saying that I really liked how Kirby game looked. I wish they'd found a way to show us the 3DS, but there was no way to do that. I presume they'll have kiosks in stores showing it off like they do the DS Lite now. Only other thing - no mention of a release date nor a price. I think I owe somebody a taco.

[crunchewy]

This may have been the best E3 Press Conference ever. No lame celebrities, no fake enthusiasm and very little chest pumping. From Epic Mickey to Kid Icarus 3DS to the actual 3DS itself, I'm excited. I especially can't wait for the new Donkey Kong Country. They kicked some major ass today. They have won this E3 hands-down.

A+

+1 on the no fake enthusiasm and such. Well Reggae a little bit, but there's no way around that to some extent. It was a huge improvement over their past efforts.

[M-PG71C]

They have won E3 hands down. It seems they are finally able to strike a sense of balance between who they are talking to and what they need to show. :P

I'm extremely happy! Nintendo 3DS can't come sooner! And I'm very surprised that Retro seems to have brought Donkey Kong out of the dead! Finally someone competent to revive it!

I do wish they would confirm that Xenoblade and The Last Story are coming Stateside though, hopefully a press sheet will show that.

[Ryukahn]

I think I'm getting old. I really look forward to a new Zelda and Metroid but that's about it. I'll reserve judgment on the 3DS until I see it in person - it sounds really cool but I don't think you can fully understand it without actually playing it. I hope they don't screw up Kid Icarus.

I could see it just fine since I do not plan to use the 3D at all. While I am not very interested in Kid Icarus, the game itself looked really badass, so that raises my expectations for the 3DS. However, I definitely want to see how more games look on it plus some info about the list of games that Cao Cao posted.

[KingBroly]

BTW, Paper Mario got confirmed for 3DS, as did Super Street Fighter IV.

[Lone_Prodigy]

Of all the franchises to do...

I eat my words. When I saw the mine cart level I was sold.

[ChibiJosh]

A part of the 3DS Fact sheet. Read it. Now
http://users.skynet.be/fa036594/3ds1.JPG
http://users.skynet.be/fa036594/3ds2.JPG

EDIT: PILOTWINGS RESORT! Squeeeeeee!
Star Fox 64 3D
Paper Mario
Animal Crossing

Shin Megami Tensei
A Boy and His Blob (severely under-rated Wii game in my opinion)
Super Robot Wars (apparently)
Metal Gear Solid

I may actually pick one of these up on day 1.

[Ryukahn]

BTW, Paper Mario got confirmed for 3DS, as did Super Street Fighter IV.

Do you have a link to the article or some details on if Paper Mario is a remake/new game/etc?

[yukonrye]

Am I the only one that thought that the Zelda game was dumb?

No. Based on what they've shown so far I agree. The graphics looked like the middle point between Wind Waker and Twilight Princess and were just OK, nothing thrilling. The play mechanics aren't what needed to be changed. It's the pacing and structure of the entire game that needs to be overhauled. I'm already guessing that the game is going to feel just like another Zelda but with tactical waggle and I am in no rush to play it.

[sdp]

This event was so good that even CheapyD must have been impressed, nevermind he doesn't like stuff unless its a shooter. But even he has to realize that the event was infinitely superior to the MS one.

We didn't see much information about the 3DS because its not going to launch till fall 2011 in the US, we'll have more info closer to the japanese early 2011 launch.

as far as Zelda, Epic Mickey also had interference, Google had the same problem a few weeks ago and Apple a week ago. With so many bluetooth devices at the same place it causes interference.

[Chuplayer]

Star Fox 64 3D

I think I just had a multiple orgasm.

[sofik88]

best E3 conference ever. loved it. also that 3DS game list is simply mindblowing. it may be my first day buy for me. i already want all Shin Megami Tensei games, Super Street Fighter 4, DJ Hero, Professor Layton, Blood Rayne(HELL YEAH, i loved this series), Boy and His Blob, Ridge Racer, Mario Kart, Kid Icarus, Dead or Alive, Ninja Gaiden, Dynasty Warriors, Samurai Warriors, de Blob 2, Saints Row. my head explodes. they better release it next year cuz i need to start collect money for all those games.

[KingBroly]

Do you have a link to the article or some details on if Paper Mario is a remake/new game/etc?

Well, SSF4 was on one of the screens, everything else people are mentioning.

[soulvengeance]

I think I'm getting old. I really look forward to a new Zelda and Metroid but that's about it. I'll reserve judgment on the 3DS until I see it in person - it sounds really cool but I don't think you can fully understand it without actually playing it. I hope they don't screw up Kid Icarus.

I'm with ya, I didn't really feel all that excited about the games that were announced except for Goldeneye. I have to say though, for gamers, no doubt the Nintendo presser was much better then the MS one so far.

[Cao Cao]

That list is likely real. Nintendo confirmed alot of things with this press release (Also from GAF).

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.

[Strell]

3DS came out, and the internets got all broken around here.

[007]

I honestly have no idea what Sony could possibly show that would top any of that. I think this year's E3 can easily go to Nintendo at this point, especially if the 3DS plays well on the floor.

I think the biggest contrast between this and Microsoft's presentation was the element of surprise. Yes, both companies showed sequels/revamps, but a lot of the Nintendo stuff was out of nowhere. Kirby, Donkey Kong, Kid Icarus (!)... all things that may have been rumored, but never 'real', as it were. Microsoft showed a lot of things that were already announced, which just makes it less exciting.

Also, I'm really glad that the success of NSMBWii has sort of opened the floodgates for more old school-type games. Side-scrolling Kirby and DK? Yes, please. :D


EDIT - Jesus, that 3DS game list is INCREDIBLE. That's the only possible word for it.

[M-PG71C]

Well, I guess that gives me some time to continue to complete my DS collection. College was a bitch and I missed out on a world of titles that spanned two years.

I just got a hold of Gambare Goemon DS that came out years ago, and I have so much more, not to mention the new ones coming out too. Damn!

[Strell]

•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.

OH SHITx100000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 000000000000

OH

SHIT

[Strell]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/Einzell/vuvureggie1.png

[Strell]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/Einzell/vuvureggie2.png

[Lost_In_Shadows]

This is the best Nintendo conference in years! I got everything I wanted except for F-Zero.

[Strell]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/Einzell/vuvureggie3.png

[Dead of Knight]

Official Nintendo Press Kit does not mention Xenoblade or Last Story.

Fuck.

[Spacepest]

HOLY SHIT.

As of this moment, I'm preparing myself for two things:
My wallet emptying itself in the future
Rarely leaving my house because of all these new games being played

And Nintendo...goddamn...Kid Icarus. I'm really tempted to buy a handheld again.

[Strell]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/Einzell/vuvureggie4.png

[elwood731]

I was very surprised by Nintendo. Zelda was weak starting off, but Metroid, Donkey Kong, Kirby, and Kid Icarus really wowed me. I think Nintendo far outdid MS this year. Still, it was weak on third party as usual, but then if you own a Wii you expect that.

[crunchewy]

BTW, Paper Mario got confirmed for 3DS, as did Super Street Fighter IV.

Paper Mario on the 3DS? Where did you see that? That is the most awesomest thing ever! And so perfect for 3D too. I mean, it's paper, in 3D. If you don't get why that is so awesome, then you haven't played Paper Mario/Paper Mario The Thousand Year Door. I just hope that it's a new game and not just a 3D-ification of the original, great though it was.

[KingBroly]

Ranking for me from the conference:

#1 - Kid Icarus Uprising
#2 - Kirby's Epic Yarn (VERY close)
#3 - Metroid Other M
#4 - Disney Epic Mickey
#5 - Donkey Kong Country Returns

I want to see a better live demo of Zelda. Even Reggie said they weren't happy with it.

[Kaijufan]

Nintendo won E3. So many great games and the 3DS is looking good.

[mtxbass1]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/Einzell/vuvureggie4.png

:applause:

[iRent]

Official Nintendo Press Kit does not mention Xenoblade or Last Story.

Fuck.

This....

Any, looks like Nintendo will be getting some 3rd party support this coming year by bringing in KH and MGS. Resident Evil got a pretty big applause too.

[PR Mega X]

Just as CAG broke, I was posting that the only thing missing is Star Fox. Star Fox 64 on 3DS totally does it for me.

[KillerRamen]

I wasn't at all excited for the Nintendo 3DS before the conference, but now I'm sold. Kid Icarus looks great and it will have a ton of 3rd party support due to the success of all the iterations of the DS. I'm just waiting for a date and a price so I can preorder a blue one. :bouncy:

[M-PG71C]

This....

Any, looks like Nintendo will be getting some 3rd party support this coming year by bringing in KH and MGS. Resident Evil got a pretty big applause too.

Surely they are going to bring them over, they are huge titles with some serious production values backing them. Not to mention Xenoblade is actually doing pretty good in Japan (50K first day sales, which is good!).

Then again, we haven't heard if they are bringing over the second DS Fire Emblem title either, or even a mention of Pokemon Black and White. I'll remain optimistic for the time being lol :P

[thisboywillbreak]

Still, it was weak on third party as usual, but then if you own a Wii you expect that.

Didn't like Goldeneye? Also, most third parties have their own conference/event. Nintendo had a ton to show off and limited time to do it in. Nintendo doesn't have to rely on third party presence at their own conference like MS does.

[cochesecochese]

I think I'm getting old. I really look forward to a new Zelda and Metroid but that's about it. I'll reserve judgment on the 3DS until I see it in person - it sounds really cool but I don't think you can fully understand it without actually playing it. I hope they don't screw up Kid Icarus.
I'm in the same boat pretty much. Kirby and DK look interesting but I can't shake the feeling that neither is going to offer anything particularly new or exciting. I've only been holding onto my Wii for Zelda and DQX and it looks like that trend will continue. However, now that I have seen the 3DS in black I am overwhelmingly excited for it. The launch lineup looks good, not great, and I am a little worried that we won't see as much interesting software as is available on plain ol' DS.

To be fair, I'm not particularly wowed by MS' offerings or what SONY has been up to lately. We'll see.

No. Based on what they've shown so far I agree. The graphics looked like the middle point between Wind Waker and Twilight Princess and were just OK, nothing thrilling. The play mechanics aren't what needed to be changed. It's the pacing and structure of the entire game that needs to be overhauled. I'm already guessing that the game is going to feel just like another Zelda but with tactical waggle and I am in no rush to play it.
I'm worried about this as well. I was not impressed with Twilight Princess, Phantom Hourglass or Spirit Tracks. If this ends up feeling like 'just another Zelda' then I'm probably done with the series for a while.

[crunchewy]

Yes, yes, but no mention of a release date for the 3DS (nor price). I'm guessing that means it won't be until next year. Sigh.

[flameofdoom666]

Ranking for me from the conference:

#1 - Donkey Kong Country Returns
#2 - Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, The
#3 - Metroid: Other M
#4 - Kirby's Epic Yarn
#5 - Kid Icarus: Uprising

Notable games:

Epic Mickey
Golden Sun: Dark Dawn
Paper Mario 3DS
Star Fox 3DS


I AM SO EXCITED FOR DONKEY KONG!

[Jayayess1190]

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o290/Jayayess1190/3DS_intro_610x405.jpg

[Strell]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/Einzell/reggievuvu2.png

[Ryukahn]

Yes, yes, but no mention of a release date for the 3DS (nor price). I'm guessing that means it won't be until next year. Sigh.

Maybe they will launch it along side the new Pokemon games, even though they aren't specifically for the 3DS. Either way, the line up is absolutely sick.

[beerme]

Iwata Asks: e3 edition

http://e3.nintendo.com/iwata-asks/index.html

[ATK]

Well I know what I am saving my money for next. The 3DS unless Sony releases the new PSP and it just blows my mind even more than Nintendo just did. Well done.

[PhaperPlane]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/Einzell/vuvureggie4.png

You win the internet today! :D

[Cao Cao]

GAF user tiong_fi, or someone else, has downloaded all of the Nintendo Press stuff for the 3DS, and is uploading it. You can either download the zips or view it in the folders:
http://reformiklubi.fi/~mattu/

[Pck21]

Great conference and showing by Nintendo today. I wasn't expecting much but I was expecting a better showing than Microsoft and they did just that. Old franchises are returning and new hardware was revealed. If you're a Nintendo fan, you couldn't really ask for much more. I was excited by may of the games and I know that I will be able to relive my childhood again in Winter of this year. Great job!

[Strell]

I wonder what happened with the Vitality Sensor. Also I want impressions on Kid Icarus yesterday. F that, I wanted them twenty years ago.

[Hiei69]

GAF user tiong_fi, or someone else, has downloaded all of the Nintendo Press stuff for the 3DS, and is uploading it. You can either download the zips or view it in the folders:
http://reformiklubi.fi/~mattu/

Thanks

2GB game cards at launch

[elwood731]

Didn't like Goldeneye? Also, most third parties have their own conference/event. Nintendo had a ton to show off and limited time to do it in. Nintendo doesn't have to rely on third party presence at their own conference like MS does.

No, I didn't really. GoldenEye, really? Is this a straight port, remake, or what of the original? If it's anything but a straight port, then why get excited? We've already seen how a GoldenEye sequel flopped. If it's a straight port, then why are we all so excited? I'm happy to see it, but not overjoyed like some (and I loved it in its day).

As for not needing others, are you serious? Nintendo could have easily shown a 3-minute trailer highlighting some 3rd party games and been enough. They didn't. The only real 3rd party support to speak of was for the 3DS. Nintendo had a great show and addressed the issues from the last two years of not catering to the hardcore crowd, but they still fell short in 3rd party support.

[Javery]

Too bad we couldn't get WW style graphics on the new Zelda. The "realistic" depiction kind of sucks.

[Strell]

My connection gave out during the Kid Icarus reveal. Watching it now and seeing him say "Sorry to keep you waiting?"

Holy shit. Holy shit. That's right the fuck up there with Starcraft 2's original trailer.

[shosh]

Too bad we couldn't get WW style graphics on the new Zelda. The "realistic" depiction kind of sucks.

I remember a time when everyone hated the WW style.

[Draekon]

I remember a time when everyone hated the WW style.

I still hate the Windwaker style. I don't mind cell shading but I felt that Windwaker used that art style horribly.

[paddlefoot]

Is anyone going to get to actually look at the 3DS during the show to get impressions? The launch line-up looks awesome. Nintendo is really throwing there IP weight around like never before!!! Kid Icarus, Metroid, Kirby, Mario, Zelda, Pilotwings, etc.

[FallMoon]

It is just me or does Kirby: EPIC Yarn seem more like a DS/handheld game than a console game? Oh well, it looks super fun anyway.

[Dakinggamer]

Nintendo E3 press event was amazing!!

[Javery]

I remember a time when everyone hated the WW style.

So do I and all of those people are, and always have been, crazy as hell. The WW graphics (and art style) are still some of the best I've ever seen in a video game.

[slidecage]

Yes, yes, but no mention of a release date for the 3DS (nor price). I'm guessing that means it won't be until next year. Sigh.

Funny thing is by then the whole 3D thing will be a thing of the past ..

i still say we see a major hit to everything 3d within the next 2 to 3 years

it was a major fad back in the 80s and it will be the same now



Sad no price drops for any of the DS systems


was really hoping for a price cut.. some good games but nintendo let me down this year

so far 360 the big winner this year

[crunchewy]

I really like the Windwaker look. I also like the style of the DS games. Go figure.

Oh, and somebody please pinch me. I'm still giddy.

[paddlefoot]

Funny thing is by then the whole 3D thing will be a thing of the past ..

i still say we see a major hit to everything 3d within the next 2 to 3 years

it was a major fad back in the 80s and it will be the same now



Sad no price drops for any of the DS systems


was really hoping for a price cut.. some good games but nintendo let me down this year

so far 360 the big winner this year

I still remember pressing select while playing Rad Racer

[Javery]

Too bad we couldn't get WW style graphics on the new Zelda. The "realistic" depiction kind of sucks.

OK, I just saw the trailer and got a good look at the graphics - I like them. WAY better than Twilight Princess.

[usickenme]

. If you're a Nintendo fan, you couldn't really ask for much more!

where the fuck is Pikmin 3????!!!!

[evanft]

Nintendo won E3. Everyone can go home.

[Lost_In_Shadows]

Nintendo owned them hard. To me Nintendo was better than Microsoft and Sony combined. They finally listened and went after the hardcore gamers instead of making more casual crap.

[KingBroly]

I think they will. Winner gets a free taco!

I want my taco now.

[SpazX]

I didn't watch MS, but Nintendo beat Sony hard. I'm looking forward to pretty much every game Nintendo showed, not to mention the 3DS.

[SuperPhillip]

I was waiting for Nintendo to screw up somehow, but even when they did during the Zelda demo, it wasn't too bad. Best conference by far.

[slidecage]

did they ever give more info when Golden sun Ds is coming out

[ChibiJosh]

where the fuck is Pikmin 3????!!!!

I agree with this sentiment.

[DarkSageRK]

RPGs where?

[flameofdoom666]

I was honestly expecting Pikmin 3 and Zelda out of this E3... but Kirby, DK, and Kid Icarus fill the void that Pikmin 3 left.

DK looks phenominal.

[wwe101]

i want them to remake goldeneye for 3ds!!!!!!

[Hiei69]

i want them to remake goldeneye for 3ds!!!!!!

That honestly would have made more sense than the Wii.

[Javery]

Wait, so they are putting OOT on the 3DS? That would be pretty sweet.

[Cao Cao]

Wait, so they are putting OOT on the 3DS? That would be pretty sweet.

Well, there are screenshots on their server:
http://e3.nintendo.com/images/ctr/othergames/zelda/5.png

(Here's the rest at a mirror (http://www.gonintendo.com/viewstory.php?id=127080))

Usually, Miyamoto has some time with the press at a separate event after the conference. Perhaps he was planning to announce it there?

[Droenixjpn]

I need to go watch this conference, now. It's an hour and a half right? I might be able to squeeze that in somehow soon. I can skip the G4 demos and stuff, I'll just read about those on their website or something.