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Here’s everything Super Mario Galaxy 2 that was shown at the Nintendo Media Summit

The Nintendo Media Summit held so much news for everybody that it was almost crazy. Well here we’ve got pretty much everything Super Mario Galaxy 2 that was released at the summit. Above is the trailer that was released which shows us some mad dragon like monsters, boo’s, Yoshi’s, and most importantly the badass worlds that will be in the game. Seriously you have be psyched about this game.

Then below we just have some screenshots of the game, captures from the video, some art, and so on. Check em’ out, and enjoy all the goodness that is.

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Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Quotes trailer released

It looks like we’ve got even more Bad Company 2 news, with an all-new trailer which shows quotes from a lot of reviewers of the game so far, and they even threw in some pretty badass kills into the video as well. Rockets taking down helicopters, buildings falling on enemy squads, I want this game so unbelievably bad.

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We’ve got Nintendo’s hardware and software lineup for first part of 2010

We’ve got what you guys have all been waiting for. We’ve got Nintendo’s official lineup of hardware and software for the first part of 2010, and release dates for the hottest and most highly anticipated games. Yeah, you know the ones: the DSi XL, Metroid: Other M, and more. So without further ado:

The new Nintendo DSi XL hand-held system - launches March 28 at a suggested retail price of $189.99

Super Mario Galaxy 2 - launches May 23

Metroid: Other M - June 27

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies – summer 2010

Monster Hunter Tri - April 20

Sin and Punishment: Star Successor - June 7

Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands - May 18

Mega Man 10 – March 1

Cave Story - March 22

WarioWare: D.I.Y. Showcase - March 29

“Nintendo finished 2009 with a bang, and we’re continuing our momentum into 2010,” said Cammie Dunaway, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “With Nintendo DSi XL, Super Mario Galaxy 2 and Metroid: Other M coming in the first six months of the year, we’re making sure all our fans have great game content to enjoy year-round.”

I’m really really stoked for Nintendo in 2010, they’ve really got some great software coming out, and you’ve gotta admit that whether you like what they do or not. Combine that with all of the other consoles and it’s going to be a pretty big year.

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Final Fantasy I and II come out on the iPhone today

Actually a pretty hotly anticipated game, Final Fantasy I and II have been released for the iPhone and iPod Touch for $8.99 each. Above we’ve got the launch video for the game as well as some screenshots below. I’d be sure to check the game out, it sounds like the controls really work well with the system and I mean you can’t really beat two of the best retro RPG’s ever.

Just remember guys, the password is “Wild Rose”. Remember it well.

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We’ve got loads of new Fable III screens for ya!

Ain’t that a huge lie. I was reading the press release title and was all stoked and we only got 2 screenshots and a logo out of the deal. Oh well, it’s all leading up to the huge unveiling of everything that we’re almost positive is gonna happen at E3. From what I see so far, I’m so unbelievably stoked for the game. Common’ Peter Molyneux, you can give us a little more info can’t you?

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EA confirms more multiplayer content for Bad Company 2

Battlefield: Bad Company 2 isn’t even out yet and EA is pushing for it to take the number one spot for online games. They’ve just announced that all new maps will be unclocked for the game when it comes out on March 2nd and in the UK on March 5th. The pack will include the Laguna Alta map playable in Conquest mode and Nelson Bay map playable in Rush mode, bringing the total number of multiplayer maps up to 10.

Want a little bit more? Later in March yet another map pack will be released FOR FREE! That one will give players the ability to play the Arica Harbor map in Conquest mode and Laguna Presa map in Rush mode. Bam! Howdoya like that?

“Battlefield: Bad Company 2 will redefine online modern warfare on March 2. We are deeply committed to the FPS community and Battlefield fans worldwide,” said Patrick Bach, Senior Producer for Battlefield: Bad Company 2. “These first two map packs are just the beginning. We’re planning ongoing support for the community by always keeping the experience fresh and ensuring the best possible gameplay experience.”

Keep it up EA, we love what you’re doing, and we want Bad Company 2.

Now.

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DPrime Review: New Super Mario Bros. Wii

When Mario moved into the third dimension with Super Mario 64 it seemed like there was no looking back for console Mario titles, and for almost fifteen years that remained true. Now Mario has finally returned to the second dimension on home consoles with New Super Mario Bros. Wii, but it comes with a bit of a twist adding simultaneous multiplayer which is a first for the series. New Super Mario Bros Wii is also the debut of Nintendo’s Super Guide to help more casual players pull through the game. The additions of these features may give you the impression that New Super Mario Bros Wii is a side scrolling Mario title aimed at casuals, but fortunately that is far from the case.

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New Metroid: Other M screens and art are full of awesome

As if a release date for Cave Story wasn’t good enough, we’ve got some more screens thanks to GoNintendo for the upcoming Team Ninja and Nintendo game, Metroid: other M, which has a release date of June 27th.

The art style for the game looks really great, and everything looks like it’s coming together nicely. I’m stoked to see how the sidescrolling aspect of the game is going to play out, as there really hasn’t been anything like that on a console (albeit the morph ball in Metroid Prime), since Super Metroid.

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Cave Story hitting WiiWare on March 22nd

It looks like we’ve finally, finally got a release date for the game that was supposed to be hitting in 2009. Nicalis has announced that the action-adventure game Cave Story will be hitting exclusively on WiiWare on March 22nd.

I’m so super stoked for the game. In case you haven’t been staying up-to-date with the game, here are a list of all of the features and updates the the game will be getting:

Cave Story Wii Features:
- Standard definition and Wii-exclusive progressive (480p) graphics
- New character designs by creator, Daisuke Amaya
- Completely redrawn background and interface, exclusive to Wii
- Remastered music as well as the original soundtrack
- Mix-and-match new/old artwork and music!
- Five new play modes (including Sanctuary Time Attack and Boss Rush)
- Three-save files, as demanded by fans
- Over 20 epic boss battles through Mimiga Island
- 15 levels to explore in the vast world
- 10 unique weapons to find and upgrade
- Classic Controller compatibility
- Three unique endings
- A few surprises fans

I’m just gonna tell you: if there’s one game that you could download for the WiiWare in the months after Cave Story’s release, this would be the game to buy.

Guaranteed.

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Paradox Interactive announces lineup for GDC ‘10

It looks like Paradox Interactive, most recently known for their work on the Mount & Blade series as well as East India Company, have released their lineup for GDC 2010. Obviously as you guessed there will be some more Mount & Blade, an old west game called Lead and Gold, Magicka, Lionheart: King’s Crusade, and Ship Simulator Extremes (sounds pretty awesome, right?).

Mount & Blade: Warband
Mount & Blade: Warband, the multiplayer sequel to the original Mount & Blade, will enable up to 64 players to fight for glory on a single map in team deathmatch style battles. Mount & Blade: Warband will be available in the US and via digital distribution on March 30th, 2010.

Lead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild West
The exciting team-based multiplayer action of the Old West will soon hit consoles in the highly anticipated third-person shooter set for release late Q1 2010 from developer Fatshark. Get your guns locked and loaded with the chance to try out your shooting skills for yourself.

Magicka
A humorous action-adventure title based on Norse mythology, Magicka will transport players into a fantasy environment where four brave souls will be called upon to take on..well, you know the deal. Being developed by Arrowhead Game Studios for multiple platforms and will be released in Q2 2010, Magicka will offer players millions of spellcasting combinations in a parody and satire of a clichéd fantasy world.

Lionheart: Kings’ Crusade
Lionheart: Kings’ Crusade will pit players between the years of 1189-1192, calling upon warriors to enter the heart of the battle in one of the most vicious wars of all time. Players will have the opportunity to take on this challenge as either Richard the Lionheart or the Saracen commander Saladin when the game is released in Q3 2010.

Ship Simulator Extremes
Additionally, Paradox will showcase Ship Simulator Extremes, the upcoming ship simulator from developer Vstep. The title will feature a wide variety of ocean vessels to navigate ultra-realistic weather conditions and environments in an adventure on the open seas. Ship Simulator Extremes is scheduled for release in Q2 2010.