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Sonic to return and save the day…..for Wii U
Gaming

Sonic to return and save the day…..for Wii U

Good news for Nintendo Wii U and 3DS owners emanating from the US as it appears Nintendo has signed an exclusive worldwide partnership with SEGA.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2013
Wii U? Not for us
Gaming

Wii U? Not for us

Avalanche Studios, creators of Just Cause, shun the Wii U amid concerns over its small fan-base and lack of third-party games.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Thu, 9th May 2013
Has the Wii U been hacked?
Gaming

Has the Wii U been hacked?

The Wii U faces a fresh challenge as it's reportedly been hacked, raising questions about the future of Nintendo's console.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Wed, 1st May 2013
Wii U finally outsells PS3…in Japan
Gaming

Wii U finally outsells PS3…in Japan

Although many believe the Wii U to be a generation of console all on its own, the events of the past week might change a few minds.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Fri, 5th Apr 2013
Nintendo lunches TVii
Gaming

Nintendo lunches TVii

Nintendo launches TVii for Wii U in North America, promising a unified second-screen experience for TV, cable, and on-demand services.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Dec 2012
Wii U arrives in NZ
Gaming

Wii U arrives in NZ

The next-generation is finally here, so take the day off work, close the curtains, lock your doors and put your social life on hold...

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Nov 2012
Wii U sells well
Gaming

Wii U sells well

Despite a bumpy take-off, analysts have declared the launch of the Wii U a success and some believe it will be sold out for months after the Christmas rush.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
Technical problems plague new Wii U
Gaming

Technical problems plague new Wii U

Nintendo Wii U launch in the US marred by slow loading times, system crashes, igniting fan frenzy despite tech woes.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Nov 2012
NZ date set for Wii U
Gaming

NZ date set for Wii U

After months of rumours and debate, the next-generation of consoles has been scheduled for release on November 30.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Sep 2012
Mixed reviews for Wii U
Gaming

Mixed reviews for Wii U

Two reputable industry voices have expressed their opinions on the Wii U, with one declaring the new console a '$400 Xbox 360 seven years late'.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Aug 2012
Microsoft Boss says Wii-U is wannabe Xbox 360
Gaming

Microsoft Boss says Wii-U is wannabe Xbox 360

Microsoft VP claims Nintendo's Wii-U is merely an Xbox 360 successor, sparking debate on innovation vs. graphic prowess in gaming's next phase.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Jul 2012