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Aonuma on Majora’s Mask 3D development and changes

Now that Majora’s Mask 3D has been out for a week, a good portion of the title’s devoted fans have had a chance to experience the new gameplay and design for the 3DS. While certain changes may have been met with some resistance by some devotees, other changes have been welcomed with open arms. IGN had the amazing…

It’s a secret to everybody: The man behind Austin’s Zelda treasure hunt

If you are ever exploring the city of Austin, Texas, keep your eyes out for Zelda treasures that may be hiding in mysterious places. “Ez” (simply pronounced “easy”) is an Austin-based street artist who is quickly becoming known for his Zelda-themed “interactive” artwork that has been appearing throughout the city and the surrounding wooded areas. He admits that he is not “obsessed with Zelda“, however; it…

Good news: Deluxe Digital Promotion extended until April 1

We recently reminded you that Nintendo’s Deluxe Digital Promotion was originally scheduled to end on December 31. The DDP website updated and announced that Nintendo will be extending this Wii U promotion until April 1, 2015. For Wii U owners, this means that you need to exchange your points by March 31 in order to…

Miyamoto suggests amiibo integration in Zelda U

During a recent interview with iJustine, Shigeru Miyamoto briefly hinted at the possibility of amiibo integration in upcoming Wii U releases such as Zelda U and Star Fox U. “I can’t really say just yet… but we do plan on doing something so that people who have amiibo will get some enjoyment out of having amiibo…

Majora’s Mask 3D art update: Three more characters released

The Legend of Zelda UK’s Facebook page recently added more Majora’s Mask 3D character artwork to their already impressive lineup. We’ve already had glimpses of Skullkid and the Happy Mask Salesman, as well as the Bomber Gang, Mayor Dotour of Clock Town, and the beloved Anju. Now we are now being treated to even more beautiful pieces of art…

Nintendo patents Game Boy emulator for mobile devices

On November 27, Nintendo filed a patent with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for a software emulator that would potentially be used with Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance titles. Although this might not be new for Nintendo, the patent specifically mentions that the emulator would be for use…

Reggie on why you should upgrade to the Wii U

When Nintendo launched the Wii U in late 2012, the console did not fly off the shelves as they anticipated. This holiday, however, we will most likely start seeing an increase in sales due to the popularity of Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and Mario Kart 8. It seems that a lot of Nintendo fans have not…

New details on Amiibo integration in Hyrule Warriors

One great thing about the new Amiibo range from Nintendo is that they are not locked to specific games, much like Skylanders or Disney Infinity figurines. That being said, I doubt many of us ever thought that we could ever use a Mario Amiibo in Hyrule Warriors. Think again! We know that the Link Amiibo unlocks the Spinner but we were…

Download Super Smash Bros. for Wii U now, play later

Nintendo of America has recently announced that players who have opted into the downloadable version of Super Smash Bros. for Wii U will be able to preload the majority of the game before its release. This download-now-play-later model will work for people who have pre-ordered from Nintendo.com, the Nintendo eShop, and select retailers. The benefits of this option…

N64 vs. 3DS: A side-by-side comparison of Majora’s Mask

Do we even need to mention the unadulterated excitement that is surrounding the impending release of Majora’s Mask 3D? Of course not! That being said, many of us are wondering what the differences between the beloved N64 version and the 3DS remake will be. We already know that the artwork is stunning, but what does this mean for…

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