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No DVDs or Blu-Ray for Wii U?

Thu, 16th Jun 2011
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Nintendo's Wii U won't support DVD or Blu-Ray playback, citing widespread existing access and cost concerns, amid speculation of workarounds.
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Wii U controller-console revealed

Wed, 8th Jun 2011
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Nintendo unveils the revolutionary Wii U at E3 - a hybrid controller-console, compatible with Wii, formerly known as Project Cafe.
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3DS due for first major update

Fri, 3rd Jun 2011
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Nintendo 3DS's first major update hits Kiwi fans on 7 June, offering new eShop content, including free Excitebike download till 7 July.
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Sonic Generations planned for 3DS

Thu, 2nd Jun 2011
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Sonic Generations speeds onto the Nintendo 3DS this November, featuring exclusive levels, unlockables, and a new two-player mode.
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Review: Steel Diver 3DS

Mon, 30th May 2011
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Steel Diver 3DS's gameplay sinks under frustrating controls, despite a promising start and unique features, leaving much to be desired.
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Nintendo unveils new Ocarina of Time 3D trailer

Wed, 4th May 2011
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Nintendo drops a dazzling trailer for the 3DS remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, a classic set for a June release.
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Rumour: Nintendo's next console lacks a hard drive

Wed, 4th May 2011
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Nintendo's next console reportedly shuns a traditional hard drive for 8GB flash memory, sparking debate on its download capacity ahead of E3 reveal.
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Rumour: 'Wii Select' budget software range incoming

Tue, 3rd May 2011
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Rumours suggest a budget 'Wii Select' range with classic Nintendo titles and reduced Wii console prices hitting the US market soon.
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Nintendo disappointed by 3DS sales figures

Thu, 28th Apr 2011
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Falling short of its sales goal by some 400,000 units, Nintendo intends to ramp up its marketing efforts in a bid to get the newly released console up to speed.
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Confirmed: Nintendo's next console to debut at E3

Tue, 26th Apr 2011
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Nintendo to unveil 'Project Cafe', a console eclipsing PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in power, at E3 in Los Angeles, confirms Kotaku.
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Rumour: Next Microsoft, Sony consoles due 2014

Thu, 21st Apr 2011
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Kotaku reveals Microsoft and Sony's next-gen consoles set for 2024, aiming to outlast current models and challenge Nintendo's next move.
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Review: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 3D

Mon, 18th Apr 2011
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PES 2011 3D impresses on 3DS, delivering captivating gameplay despite complex controls and audio missteps, scoring an 8 overall.
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PlayStation 3: over 50M sold

Fri, 15th Apr 2011
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Sony's PlayStation 3 sales soar past 50 million units globally, narrowing the gap with Xbox 360 and challenging market dynamics.
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New Nintendo console to debut at E3?

Fri, 15th Apr 2011
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Game Informer breaks news of Nintendo's upcoming console that's reportedly more powerful than both the Xbox 360 and the PlayStation 3.
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Nintendo claims record sales for 3DS

Wed, 13th Apr 2011
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Nintendo's 3DS smashes records in Australia, selling over 31,000 units in four days, marking the biggest handheld console launch.
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Announcement: Game Console magazine to transition to online format

Wed, 13th Apr 2011
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TechDay bids farewell to Game Console's print era, shifting to a digital-only format with the promise of free, timely, and superior content.
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Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3DS dated for Europe

Wed, 13th Apr 2011
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Nintendo's classic, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, will launch for the 3DS in Europe on 17 June, featuring enhanced 3D visuals and easier controls.
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Resident Evil 15th anniversary trailer unveiled

Wed, 6th Apr 2011
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There's a lot on the boil in aid of Resident Evil's 15th anniversary, and Capcom's here to remind you of it all in this special trailer.
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Activision releases Spider-Man: Edge of Time teaser trailer

Tue, 5th Apr 2011
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Here's the first footage of the next Spidey game from the team that brought you last year's Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions.
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Nintendo Australia teases next 'Mario Kart Wii commercial'

Mon, 4th Apr 2011
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Nintendo Australia launches search for fans to star in a new Mario Kart Wii advert, promising a unique chance for Aussie gamers in Sydney and Melbourne.