Super Mario 3D Land Press Release

The Mushroom Kingdom Goes 3D in Super Mario 3D Land for Nintendo 3DS

First Mario Game for Nintendo 3DS Hand-Held System Launches Nov. 13; Nintendo to Host Interactive Launch Event in Times Square on Nov. 12

REDMOND, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– The timeless platforming fun of the Super Mario™ video game franchise expands into a new dimension this holiday season with the Nov. 13 launch of the Super Mario 3D Land™ game. Created exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS™ hand-held system, this new game places Mario™ and his friends in immersive environments that players can enjoy in true 3D without the need for special glasses. Also introducing power-ups, enemies and the return of Tanooki Mario, Super Mario 3D Land promises to satisfy series fans, newcomers and holiday gift seekers at a suggested retail price of $39.99 in the United States.

The game’s remarkable 3D visuals make it easy for players to judge depth and distance as they run through levels, collecting coins and bumping question blocks in search of interesting power-ups. Abilities such as rolling somersaults and high-speed dash moves add to players’ strategic options. Players also can play as Tanooki Mario, using his tail to hover or perform floating jumps and attacks. The game’s level design makes use of the Nintendo 3DS system’s 3D capabilities; some levels require players to progress from top to bottom, while others challenge them to move forward into the spatial depths of an environment. This is truly the next evolution in Mario game play.

“Mario fans from every generation will love experiencing the Super Mario franchise in true 3D,” said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “Making your way through the Mushroom Kingdom has never been so immersive, and Nintendo 3DS lets players dive into the action anytime, anywhere. The game is sure to put smiles on lots of faces this holiday season.”

New characters in the game include enemy Goombas with tails and Piranha Plants that can spit ink to obscure players’ view. In addition to familiar special items such as Fire Flowers and Super Mushrooms, players will find Propeller Blocks that let Mario reach high places and a Boomerang Flower that changes him into Boomerang Mario and enables him to throw boomerangs. Additionally, players can examine parts of some levels by using the Nintendo 3DS system’s built-in gyro sensor to pan and explore.

Another unique feature can give players a helping hand when they’re having trouble with a tricky level. If a player loses too many lives in a row, an invincible White Tanooki Mario or P-Wing can be activated, giving the player a chance to complete the level without enemy threats. Players can also choose to skip ahead to the end of a tricky stage if they prefer to simply move on. These features are completely optional for gamers who prefer to play through levels without help.

Nintendo Stages Epic Super Mario Celebration in Times Square

On Saturday, Nov. 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., visitors to Military Island in New York’s Times Square can join Nintendo for a special interactive Super Mario 3D Land launch event. For one day only, fans are invited to play inside Mario’s 3D world with life-size warp pipes, trampoline coin jumps and a flagpole finale. Attendees can also enjoy live appearances by a Mario costumed character, prize giveaways while supplies last, fun photo backdrops and the chance to play Super Mario 3D Land before the game launches. Fans are encouraged to dress as Mario or other favorite Mushroom Kingdom characters for the occasion. To help Mario fans take this experience home early, Toys“R”Us Times Square, which is located next to the event site, will offer the game for sale during the event from noon to 2 p.m.

Remember that Nintendo 3DS features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about this and other features, visit http://www.nintendo.com/3ds.

For more information about Super Mario 3D Land, visit http://supermario3dland.nintendo.com.

Source: Nintendo PR

Famitsu Software Sales 11/6

1. [3DS] Super Mario 3D Land
2. [PS3] Battlefield 3
3. [PS3] Uncharted 3
4. [PSP] Final Fantasy Type-0
5. [Wii] Kirby’s Return to Dreamland
6. [3DS] Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime 3
7. [PSP] World Soccer Winning Eleven 2012
8. [Wii] Just Dance
9. [360] Battlefield 3
10. [Wii] Go Vacation

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Media Create Hardware Sales

3DS – 145,271
PSP – 27,952
PS3 – 26,966
Wii – 11,725
DSi LL – 2,041
Xbox 360 – 1,699
PS2 – 1,457
DSi – 1,057
DS Lite – 33

Last Week:

3DS – 65,041
PSP – 30,605
PS3 – 25,217
Wii – 11,784
DSi LL – 2,009
Xbox 360 – 1,704
PS2 – 1,228
DSi – 1,061
DS Lite – 55

Media Create Software Sales 11/6

01./00. [3DS] Super Mario 3D Land (Nintendo) {2011.11.03} (¥4.800) – 343.492 / NEW
02./00. [PS3] Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception # (Sony Computer Entertainment) {2011.11.02} (¥5.980) – 124.989 / NEW
03./00. [PS3] Battlefield 3 (Electronic Arts) {2011.11.02} (¥7.665) – 123.379 / NEW
04./01. [PSP] Final Fantasy Type-0 (Square Enix) {2011.10.27} (¥7.770) – 122.286 / 594.540 (-74%)
05./02. [WII] Kirby’s Return to Dream Land (Nintendo) {2011.10.27} (¥5.800) – 55.779 / 192.589 (-59%)
06./00. [PSP] World Soccer Winning Eleven 2012 (Konami) {2011.11.03} (¥4.980) – 45.437 / NEW
07./00. [3DS] Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime 3 (Square Enix) {2011.11.02} (¥6.090) – 38.859 / NEW
08./00. [360] Battlefield 3 (Electronic Arts) {2011.11.02} (¥7.665) – 27.723 / NEW
09./04. [WII] Just Dance Wii (Nintendo) {2011.10.13} (¥5.800) – 25.665 / 189.116 (-8%)
10./05. [WII] Go Vacation (Bandai Namco Games) {2011.10.20} (¥5.800) – 16.995 / 89.463 (-33%)
11./00. [WII] World Soccer Winning Eleven 2012 (Konami) {2011.11.03} (¥4.980) – 14.117 / NEW
12./14. [WII] Wii Sports Resort with Remote Plus (Nintendo) {2010.11.11} (¥5.800) – 12.570 / 638.091 (+2%)
13./03. [PS3] The Idolmaster 2 # (Bandai Namco Games) {2011.10.27} (¥7.980) – 10.721 / 76.233 (-84%)
14./12. [PS3] World Soccer Winning Eleven 2012 (Konami) {2011.10.06} (¥7.980) – 10.636 / 381.156 (-23%)
15./00. [PS2] World Soccer Winning Eleven 2012 (Konami) {2011.11.03} (¥4.980) – 9.786 / NEW
16./13. [PSP] AKB1/48: If I loved an Idol in Guam… # (Bandai Namco Games) {2011.10.06} (¥5.229) – 8.883 / 310.625 (-34%)
17./16. [WII] Rhythm Heaven: Fever (Nintendo) {2011.07.21} (¥5.800) – 8.581 / 535.523 (-7%)
18./08. [PS3] Gekijouban Macross F: Sayonara no Tsubasa – Hybrid Pack # (Bandai Namco Games) {2011.10.20} (¥7.140) – 8.352 / 167.700 (-50%)
19./15. [PSP] Naruto Shippuden: Narutimate Impact (Bandai Namco Games) {2011.10.20} (¥5.230) – 7.144 / 72.374 (-41%)
20./00. [3DS] Nicola Kanshuu: Model Oshare Audition 2 (Alchemist) {2011.11.03} (¥5.980) – 6.643 / NEW
21./20. [NDS] Kirby Mass Attack (Nintendo) {2011.08.04} (¥3.800)
22./11. [PS3] Dead Island (Spike) {2011.10.20} (¥8.190)
23./23. [3DS] The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D (Nintendo) {2011.06.16} (¥4.800)
24./22. [PSP] Monster Hunter Freedom 3 (PSP the Best) (Capcom) {2011.09.22} (¥2.990)
25./07. [PSP] Ro-Kyu-Bu! # (Kadokawa Games) {2011.10.27} (¥6.090)
26./27. [3DS] Nintendogs + Cats: French Bulldog / Shiba / Toy Poodle & New Friends (Nintendo) {2011.02.26} (¥4.800)
27./24. [WII] Dragon Quest 25th Anniversary: Famicom & Super Famicom Dragon Quest I-II-III (Square Enix) {2011.09.15} (¥4.440)
28./28. [WII] Family Fishing # (Bandai Namco Games) {2011.08.04} (¥5.040)
29./30. [NDS] Pokemon Black / White (Pokemon Co.) {2010.09.18} (¥4.800)
30./17. [PS3] FIFA 12 (Electronic Arts) {2011.10.22} (¥7.665)

Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain Released for PSN Today

London (9th November 2011) – Square Enix Ltd., the publisher of Square Enix® interactive entertainment products in Europe and other PAL territories, today announces the classic PSOne adventure, BLOOD OMEN: LEGACY OF KAIN™ is available to download now for the PSP® (PlayStation® Portable) system and the PlayStation®3 system via the PlayStation®Network, priced €5.99 / £4.79.

In BLOOD OMEN: LEGACY OF KAIN you play the role of Kain, damned to feast upon the blood of man. Become embroiled in a twisted story as you explore the vast world of Nosgoth, slaughtering over 170 different enemies along the way. As Kain you’ll get to morph into many ghoulish guises including a bat, wolf and mist, unleashing an arsenal of deadly magic on anyone who gets in your way. With over 100 hours of bloodcurdling gameplay awaiting you, prepare for an epic quest of vengeance that will drag you to the depths of depravity.

Source: Square Enix PR

Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim now available for pre-load on steam

If you have pre purchased Skyrim on Steam or were thinking about it, Skyrim is now available for pre download, but sadly not pre playing, on Steam and the release date is Friday 11-11-11, so 2 days to go now only.