New Pokemon Center opening in Japan to lend relief for earthquake victims

When disasters happen sometimes it takes something as simple as a recognizable video game or cartoon character to help kids cope with even the toughest of situations. Pokemon in Japan is a staple that’s become the new Mickey Mouse for thousands, if not millions, and so just getting a chance to take a photo alongside Pikachu may be enough to give kids that boost to look forward to tomorrow. That being said, Nintendo plans to open yet another Pokemon Center (its 7th in the country) as a means to take one more step towards normals. — More after the break!

How to download those free NES games from the eShop for 3DS Ambassadors

If you bought your 3DS prior to the $70 price cut and accessed the eShop then you’re elgibile to download 10 free NES games from the 3DS’ virtual console this very instant. How do you so? Well, it’s not as easy as just going to what’s available in the eShop catalouge. You’re going to need a little play by play, but it’s nothing we can’t help you with. — More after the break!

Zelda Skyward Sword gets most delicious looking limited edition bundle

Skyward Sword may have taken its sweet time getting to us, but in a very short two months we’ll be in store for one of Link’s most epic adventures and the origin of the “Blade of Evil’s Bane”: the Master Sword. However, you’ll have some nifty options when purchasing the game, as Nintendo has revealed info on a limited edition bundle which will included a built-in Motion Plus Wii Mote. — More after the break!

Zelda producer excited about Wii U's possibilities for the series

It’s been nearly two months since E3 but buzz about the Wii U has yet to disappate. Well, if Nintendo keeps dragging out this long and painful death of the Wii then more and more talk of Wii U will no doubt be happening. In fact in the most recent edition of Nintendo Power, long time Zelda producer and creative force, Eiji Aonuma, shares his thoughts on the many concepts and possibilties the Wii U could have in store for a property such as The Legend of Zelda. — More after the break!

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Super Metroid reimagined in CGI, with downloadable tribute album - (Video)

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Super Metroid reimagined in CGI, with downloadable tribute album - (Video)

While the CG portion is only about the first minute of this 5 minute video, it gives a look into the vast and solitary world that Samus experiences in Super Metroid. And actually, it was Metroid’s 25th anniversary earlier this month, and so to commend the occasion Shinesparkers released a tribute album dubbed Harmony of a Hunter — Download HERE

Rumor - Nintendo redesigning 3DS, adding extra circle pad

So get this, after already slicing the 3DS by over 30%, the legendary firm is thinking about redesigning the 3DS and adding a second circle pad… or so goes the rumor. Actually, it doesn’t end there! The 3D handheld has gone through so much recently, could these stories be based on fiction or is Nintendo really that conflicted? — More after the break!

How to verify your Nintendo 3DS Ambassador eligibility

So you bought your 3DS at launch, or maybe you were one of the lucky few who nabbed one a day or two before the price cut (thanks to Target and Wal-Mart) and you connected to eShop, then you might want to hear this info on the Nintendo’s Ambassador program. What’s this program all about? Well, to put it bluntly Nintendo is offering be 20 free Virtual titles ready for download to early adopters of the handheld. You can check your eligibility with a new site that Nintendo’s launched just this past weekend. — More after the break!