Category: Nintendo Wii (Page 7 of 9)

      Redbox Adds Video Games

      August 16, 2009 /

      Redbox DVD ready for return.If you’re a serious sociophobe when it comes to renting video games you have reason to rejoice today. Redbox, maker of those red…boxes that allow you to be the subject of much animosity as you slowly browse for your DVD of choice, has added video game kiosks to its manless rental station armada.

      For now the selection is pretty slim, and the prices are a little steep. Games will run you $2 a night (by comparison, Blockbuster gives you 5 nights for $9 – then again, they’ll also make you talk to someone; is it just me or have Blockbuster employees gotten ridiculously annoying?) for Wii, DS, 360, PS2, and PS3 titles. Of course they did just launch the service, so selection is likely to improve, but price probably won’t. The stations are available now in the Reno, Nevada area.

      News, Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii, PS3, Xbox 360

      Sports Illustrated Subscription Gets You A Copy Of Madden 10

      August 15, 2009 /

      Madden 10 for Xbox 360.If you’re a Madden fan looking to get the latest release, you may want to consider signing up for a year of Sports Illustrated instead. The sports mag is actually giving away a copy of Madden 10 with your yearly subscription for free, and for the console of your choice.

      From a financial standpoint it’s a great pick. You get 28 issues of the magazine for $49 (and get yourself enrolled for automatic renewal), plus a bonus Madden documentary and, of course, a free copy of Madden 10 (which retails for $60 for PS3 and Xbox 360). I’m willing to call it $125 worth of merchandise for just under $50.

      Remember, the deal’s only good if you live in the US or Canada.

      EA, Nintendo Wii, PS3, Xbox 360

      Psyclone Wiimote Charging Station Gets Recalled

      August 14, 2009 /

      Psyclone 4-dock Wiimote charging station.The US Consumer Product Safety Commission has sent out a recall on all Psyclone Essentials and React Wii 4-Dock Battery Recharge Stations. Apparently the stations turn the battery packs in your Wiimotes into fire hazards and a fairly serious risk for burning both you and potentially your house. The cause for the recall seems to be six separate consumer incidents in which people reported burned hands.

      All told there are around 220,000 of these units being tossed like hot potatoes in public hands. The charging stations were distributed by Griffin International. Remember, this is for all of the stations, not just some. No matter where you picked yours up, it needs to be returned.

      News, Nintendo Wii

      “Madden” is still king of the console

      August 11, 2009 /

      Just like clockwork, the annual installment of Electronic Arts’ hugely popular “Madden” football series was released today for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Nintendo Wii with a slew of new features. At the top of the list is an online franchise mode that lets you play a ten-season NFL schedule with up to 31 other friends, and, for the first time in the history of the franchise, online co-op. EA has also jumped on the mobile bandwagon with a custom iPhone app that can be used to update rosters on the go.

      The game’s biggest strengths this year, however, are the incredible attention to detail, from the addition of a more realistic injury system (play hurt and you could risk a longer recovery) to the lifelike reactions of the players on the field and the coaches and refs on the sideline. As usual, the game isn’t perfect, but much like last year’s 20th anniversary edition, it comes pretty darn close. Check out Bullz-Eye’s full review of the game and, after you’ve had a chance to play it yourself, come back to let us know what you think.

      EA, Mobile Gaming, Nintendo Wii, PS3, Reviews, Xbox 360

      Iwata Thinks Wii/DS Population Could Double Yet

      August 11, 2009 /

      Wii and the DS.In a recent investor Q&A, Satoru Iwata was confident in the continued success of Nintendo’s Wii and DS, pretty much as they exist now. Yes, just as they exist now. No Wii HD. No serious DS makeover. Just the consoles we know and millions love.

      According to Iwata, some 209 million people are actively using Nintendo’s current generation of hardware. He believes there is real potential for that number to double. “Numerically there is still a possibility to even double the current user population of Wii and DS,” he said. Sounds crazy, but to be honest, who thought the Wii would do what it has done so far? The MotionPlus is blowing up and the DS has consistently done well in every market.

      As a word of comfort to investors and gamers alike, Iwata confirmed that the company is not stagnant. He blew the usual huff and puff about hardware development, hinting at the idea that the market just isn’t ready for another console. “When our internal ideas and trend in the world match up, and when it’s clear that we would be able to manufacture an abundant amount at an affordable price, we will be able to publicly speak about next hardware.”

      Source: Nintendo

      News, Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii

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