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First 'Skylanders Giants' Screens

2012-02-07T17:08:00.000+00:00

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Activision Announce 'Skylanders Giants'

2012-02-07T17:06:00.000+00:00

New Game to Build on the Landmark Success of its Predecessor, Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure™

Next Chapter in the Franchise Introduces More Than 20 New Figures Including Super-Sized Giants and Characters Featuring Light Technology

Global Marketing Partnership With Toys”R”Us Grows Alongside The Game

Santa Monica, CA – February 7, 2012 – Bring Your Toys To Life™. This novel premise takes a monster step forward with the worldwide unveiling of Skylanders Giants, the follow-up to the most successful kids’ IP launch of the year.¹ Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI), will debut the sequel at the North American International Toy Fair in booths 3151 and 3251 at the Javits Center in New York City from February 12-15.

Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure uniquely combined collectible real-world toys with an epic virtual game world, creating a new platform for communal play that was embraced by parents and kids everywhere. Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure was the #1 best-selling kids’ franchise worldwide in 2011, as well as the #1 overall new IP launched in North America, according to The NPD Group, Charttrack and GfK.

¹According to The NPD Group, Charttrack and Gfk

According to The NPD Group, Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure went on to become a Top-10 seller in North America and generated the greatest overall single-year sales, inclusive of software and accessories, of any new children’s IP in North America, since NPD has been tracking the category.

Skylanders Giants builds upon the breakthrough fundamentals of the first game-merging the physical and virtual realms with an innovative line of cross-platform toy figures that have “brains,” which players everywhere can magically bring to life in the world of Skylands. This next installment of the franchise features a variety of new characters, new challenges, a thrilling new story-driven adventure, and advanced integration across console, handheld, mobile and online:

Going Big: Skylanders Giants introduces eight new highly collectible figures that are more than twice the size of the main skylanders cast in both physical and virtual form. Their in-game powers and abilities reflect their colossal scale.

Bright Lights: Helping to further the real world magic of bringing toys to life, Skylanders Giants includes a set of characters that feature spectacular new light technology integrated into the toys, allowing the figure to light up when near or on the Portal of Power™. These characters have additional in-game benefits as well. Batteries are not required.

Brand New Skylanders: Eight new regular sized skylanders, each with their own unique powers, abilities, and personality, join the adventure alongside the Giants.

Forward Compatibility: Every beloved character from Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure is 100% compatible with Skylanders Giants, leveled-up stats and customizations intact.

Wider Worlds: Portal Masters will see all new arenas and more gameplay options in Battle Mode for exciting head-to-head play, as well as enhanced Elemental Zones, new Hero Challenges, and other features that encourage players to collect and level up every character.

Skylanders Giants also features closer integration with Skylanders Spyro’s Universe, the large online world that allows Portal Masters around the world to greatly expand their Skylanders experience.

“Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure’s success in 2011 validated an exciting idea-that with the right technology, and the creative minds to support it with engaging characters and story, we could define a new model for children’s play,” said Eric Hirshberg, CEO of Activision Publishing. “Skylanders Giants marks the evolution of this core concept. We’ve got super-sized figures, remarkably cool new characters that light up, as if by magic, and more ways to play and explore Skylands than ever before. We’re delighted to announce the title at Toy Fair 2012 and can’t wait for fans to go hands-on this fall.”

Toys”R”Us has reaffirmed its commitment to Activision and the Skylanders franchise, and will remain a marquee retail partner for the launch of Skylanders Giants. “While it was still in development, we recognized the potential that Skylanders had to connect with our customers due to its unique merging of physical and digital play,” said Jerry Storch, Chairman and CEO, Toys”R”Us, Inc. “The game was an enormous success last holiday shopping season, and the toys seem to evaporate as soon as they arrive on our store shelves. We’re excited to continue our enthusiastic support for Skylanders with a comprehensive, global marketing program to introduce Giants to our customers.”

Skylanders Giants is developed by Toys For Bob, an Activision studio located in Novato, California. The game is not yet rated by the ESRB. For more information, visit www.skylandersgame.com

Weekly UK Sales Update

2012-02-06T20:41:00.000+00:00

It's that time of the week again, but no new Nintendo releases this week...

Multi-format Top 10

LW	TW	Title	Developer	Label	Publisher
-	1	FINAL FANTASY XIII-2	SQUARE ENIX	SQUARE ENIX	SQUARE ENIX EUROPE
-	2	METAL GEAR SOLID HD COLLECTION	BLUEPOINT GAMES	KONAMI	KONAMI
5	3	BATTLEFIELD 3	DIGITAL ILLUSIONS	EA GAMES	ELECTRONIC ARTS
1	4	FIFA 12	EA CANADA	EA SPORTS	ELECTRONIC ARTS
-	5	SOULCALIBUR V	PROJECT SOUL	NAMCO BANDAI GAMES	NAMCO BANDAI GAMES
9	6	ASSASSIN'S CREED: REVELATIONS	UBISOFT (MONTREAL)	UBISOFT	UBISOFT
2	7	CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE 3	INFINITY WARD/SLEDGEHAMMER	ACTIVISION	ACTIVISION BLIZZARD
3	8	THE ELDER SCROLLS V: SKYRIM	BETHESDA	BETHESDA SOFTWORKS	BETHESDA SOFTWORKS
4	9	JUST DANCE 3	UBISOFT (FRANCE)	UBISOFT	UBISOFT
8	10	SAINTS ROW: THE THIRD	VOLITION	THQ	THQ

Nintendo Wii Top 10

LW	TW	Title	Developer	Label	Publisher
1	1	JUST DANCE 3	UBISOFT (FRANCE)	UBISOFT	UBISOFT
3	2	ZUMBA FITNESS	PIPEWORKS	505 GAMES	505 GAMES
2	3	ZUMBA FITNESS 2	ZOË MODE	505 GAMES	505 GAMES
4	4	MARIO & SONIC LONDON 2012 OLYMPIC GAMES	SEGA	SEGA	SEGA
5	5	MARIO KART WII	NINTENDO	NINTENDO	NINTENDO
6	6	WII PARTY	ND CUBE	NINTENDO	NINTENDO
7	7	SKYLANDERS: SPYRO'S ADVENTURE	TOYS FOR BOB	SKYLANDERS	ACTIVISION BLIZZARD
11	8	FIFA 12	HB STUDIOS	EA SPORTS	ELECTRONIC ARTS
10	9	NEW SUPER MARIO BROS. WII	NINTENDO	NINTENDO	NINTENDO
8	10	THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: SKYWARD SWORD	NINTENDO	NINTENDO	NINTENDO

Nintendo DS Top 10

LW	TW	Title	Developer	Label	Publisher
1	1	MOSHI MONSTERS: MOSHLING ZOO	BLACK LANTERN	MIND CANDY	MIND CANDY
2	2	PROFESSOR LAYTON AND THE SPECTRE'S CALL	LEVEL 5	NINTENDO	NINTENDO
3	3	CARS 2	FIREBRAND GAMES	DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS	DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS
4	4	NEW SUPER MARIO BROS.	NINTENDO	NINTENDO	NINTENDO
5	5	MARIO KART DS	NINTENDO	NINTENDO	NINTENDO
6	6	ART ACADEMY	HEADSTRONG GAMES	NINTENDO	NINTENDO
9	7	LEGO HARRY POTTER: YEARS 5-7	TRAVELLER'S TALES	WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE	WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE
8	8	1001 TOUCH GAMES	SELECTSOFT PUBLISHING	GSP/AVANQUEST	GSP/AVANQUEST
7	9	LEGO NINJAGO: THE VIDEOGAME	HELLBENT GAMES	WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE	WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE
10	10	MARIO VS DONKEY KONG: MINI-LAND MAYHEM!	NINTENDO	NINTENDO	NINTENDO

Nintendo 3DS Top 10

LW	TW	Title	Developer	Label	Publisher
3	1	SUPER MARIO 3D LAND	NINTENDO	NINTENDO	NINTENDO
2	2	MARIO KART 7	RETRO STUDIOS / NINTENDO	NINTENDO	NINTENDO
1	3	RESIDENT EVIL: REVELATIONS	CAPCOM	CAPCOM	CAPCOM
4	4	NINTENDOGS + CATS: GOLDEN RETRIEVER	NINTENDO	NINTENDO	NINTENDO
8	5	SONIC GENERATIONS	DIMPS	SEGA	SEGA
7	6	THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: OCARINA OF TIME 3D	GREZZO	NINTENDO	NINTENDO
9	7	TALES OF THE ABYSS	NAMCO TALES STUDIO	NAMCO BANDAI GAMES	NAMCO BANDAI GAMES
5	8	SUPER POKEMON RUMBLE	AMBRELLA	NINTENDO	NINTENDO
6	9	RAYMAN 3D	UBISOFT (CASABLANCA)	UBISOFT	UBISOFT
-	10	FIFA 12	EA CANADA	EA SPORTS	ELECTRONIC ARTS

Explore Your Dreams and Fears in the C.R.U.S.H Machine

2012-02-06T20:35:00.000+00:00

A variety of retro games as well as an amusing puzzler and bouncing Kirby classic come to Nintendo eShop, Nintendo DSi Shop and the Wii Shop Channel this week

6^th February 2012 – Help Danny in Crush™3D Demo, as he’s stuck inside the C.R.U.S.H. machine, wandering the worlds created by his worries. It’s your job to get him out by plotting the correct route through his confused and tangled imagination. Available only on Nintendo 3DS™, this innovative game contains a range of bonus features including the ability to exchange gifts with friends via StreetPass™ and the chance to access exclusive artwork, collectibles and much more.

A number of other delights also await Nintendo 3DS owners this week, including the classic Kirby Game Boy block-buster, Kirby’s Block Ball™, where you will require fast-reactions to get to the final showdown and defeat the evil King Dedede. Also check out the fun-packed puzzle game Crazy Cheebo: Puzzle Party and take control of Atreyu and his magical cane Milo in Gaia’s Moon, both on Nintendo DSiWare.

On Wii, why not join Peter Pepper for some retro gaming in BurgerTime World Tour or get ready for battle in THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’97 classic?

Check out all the other latest offerings which are available for download this Thursday via Nintendo eShop, Nintendo DSi Shop and the Wii Shop Channel.

Prepare for the Arrival of 'The Last Story' Exclusively on Wii

2012-02-06T20:33:00.000+00:00

Ahead of the much anticipated European launch of The Last Story on 24^th February fans can check out a new website, Iwata Asks interview and videos!

6^th February 2012 – Hironobu Sakaguchi’s latest RPG The Last Story™ arrives exclusively on Wii later this month, adding another head-turning title to the list of exclusive adventures on offer for Wii players.

From today, you can discover more about the latest title from esteemed game creator Hironobu Sakaguchi by visiting the official website for The Last Story, watching a newly released teaser video for the game and reading an exclusive interview with some of the people who brought it into being.

The official website for The Last Story is now live and transports players to the world of Lazulis Island; hub of a war-torn empire characterised by magic, mercenaries and monsters. Check out the site for details on the game’s innovative combat system, customisation options and 6-player online battle mode – as well as more info on the story and footage of the locations that bring The Last Story to life.

On top of that, the official website is also home to the first in a series of new teaser videos introducing the larger than life cast of The Last Story and offering a sneak peak at some of the stunning events the game has in store.

One look at the beautiful visual style of The Last Story makes it easy to see the love and attention to detail poured into the game, and a newly-published interview in the Iwata Asks series offers more insights into the creative process behind the RPG. In the interview, Nintendo President Satoru Iwata meets with the game’s director Hironobu Sakaguchi and character designer Kimihiko Fujisaka to talk about bringing their grand vision for The Last Story to life.

The limited edition bundle of The Last Story contains an exclusive SteelBook™ cover, a copy of the game and a The Elements Of The Last Story package, which includes The Premium Soundtrack CD and The Illustrations art booklet. The CD features a 7-track selection of music from the game composed by Nobuo Uematsu who has also collaborated with Hironobu Sakaguchi on many of his previous iconic RPGs.

Check out a new website, teaser video and interview for the The Last Story ahead of its release on 24^thFebruary and discover the latest details on a game destined to take Wii players’ breath away. You can visit the official website for The Last Story at http://www.nintendo.co.uk/laststory.

50 New 'The Last Story' Screens

2012-02-06T20:30:00.000+00:00

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New 'Dynasty Warriors VS' Trailer

2012-02-06T20:28:00.000+00:00

The Jump Fiesta trailer for the recently announced 'Dynasty Warriors VS' has finally made its way online...

Kid Icarus: Uprising Patent Discovered - New Streetpass Feature Revealed?

2012-02-05T17:57:00.000+00:00

A new patent has been discovered revealing an unannounced feature for Kid Icarus: Uprising….

- patent credits Masahiro Sakurai
- patent details a feature for an unspecified shooting game
- patent involves transmission between two systems
- includes a process for fusing pairs of in-game weapons together
- each piece of data in the exchange represents a weapon
- when two systems meet, this weapon data can be fused into a new weapon
- fusion costs coins
- weapons set to transmit cannot be equipped by your character
- a gun and stick can fuse to create “a weapon capable of firing and using magic.”
- weapon stats are determined randomly from a pre-specified range
- these include attack power, elemental ability, stamina, shooting range
- fusion is not limited to StreetPassed weapons
- fusion can include two weapons found in treasure chests in single-player play

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Rumour: Lady Gaga: The Experience In Development For Wii & Wii U?

2012-02-05T17:56:00.000+00:00

Rumour has it that Ubisoft isn’t finished with the ‘The Experience’, come on, you can at least act suprised…

Ubisoft are supposedly working on ‘Lady Gaga: The Experience’ for several formats including the Wii and Wii U.

If true (why would someone make this up?, the game will likely ship this holiday season.

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New 'Tekken 3D: Prime Edition' Screens

2012-02-05T17:50:00.000+00:00

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New 'Mario & Sonic London 2012' Screens

2012-02-05T17:49:00.000+00:00

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New 'Hastune Mike: Project Mirai' Screens

2012-02-03T20:05:00.000+00:00

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New 'Code Of Princess' Trailer

2012-02-03T20:03:00.001+00:00

KONAMI ANNOUNCES PRO EVOLUTION SOCCER 2012 3D NOW AVAILABLE FOR NINTENDO 3DS™

2012-02-02T20:34:00.002+00:00

Latest Edition of Successful Soccer Franchise Features New Modes, New Control Options, and Full Online Functionality

El Segundo, Calif. – February 1, 2012 – Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced the highly anticipated fan favorite Pro Evolution Soccer 2012 3D is now available for the Nintendo 3DS™. Pro Evolution Soccer 2012 3D on the Nintendo 3DS handheld gaming platform offers a variety of new features which will allow fans to experience the game-play like never before.

"With 3D imaging capability, Pro Evolution Soccer fans will have the most authentic soccer experience short of actually stepping onto the field and scoring a goal," said Tomoyuki Tsuboi, President of Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. "We're thrilled to offer this new version to Pro Evolution Soccer with enhanced images to fans around the world."

Pro Evolution Soccer 2012 3D offers unrivalled realism, and allow users exclusive entry into its recreation of the UEFA Champions League and also allows users to experience the thrills of South America's high-intensity Copa Libertadores. Full control is offered over the game, with every pass, through ball, tackle and shot left to the player, and accessible through either the analog stick and buttons, or by a new touch-screen control system where players use the stylus to move their players.

Pro Evolution Soccer 2012 3D focuses on the skills on show via a number of new, intelligent camera views that pan and swoop to cover the on-pitch action and show off the 3D powers of the Nintendo handheld. Players are also invited to hone their skills in a number of game modes.

The eternally popular Master League option made famous by previous home format versions of Pro Evolution Soccer is now a vital part of Pro Evolution Soccer 2012 3D, and allows users to shape and develop a team of unknowns into a dynamic football force. Similarly, the game's new "Become a Legend" option takes a more personal look at the game, charging the player with the progression of one player trying to establish themselves as a world-class talent.

Other new additions include new League and Cup competitions, Free Training where the multi-layered controls elements can be practiced, and an Edit Mode wherein the players and their kits can be adapted. Pro Evolution Soccer 2012 3D also boasts a strong online element following huge demands for fans of the series.

In addition, gamers can now play against a friend in one-on-one games through both the wireless and Wi-Fi settings, while KONAMI has implemented a new take on the StreetPass system of data exchange. The Master League team data can be exchanged with other users, and fans can play against with the exchanged team. In this case, the exchanged team is to be played by CPU.

Pro Evolution Soccer 2012 3D is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB and is now available for purchase at retailers nationwide for an SRP of $29.99 for Nintendo 3DS. For more information and assets, please visit: http://www.konami.com/downloads/.

About Konami Group
Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment properties. Konami's titles include the popular franchises Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill, DanceDanceRevolution and Castlevania, among other top sellers. The latest information about Konami can be found on the Web at www.konami.com. KONAMI CORPORATION is a publicly traded company based in Tokyo, Japan with subsidiary offices, Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. in Tokyo, Japan, Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. in the United States and Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH in Frankfurt, Germany. KONAMI CORPORATION is traded in the United States on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol KNM. Details of the products published by Konami can be found at http://www.konami.com.

3 New 'Kid Icarus: Uprising' Screens

2012-02-02T20:33:00.000+00:00

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First 'Guild 01: Crimson Shroud' Screens

2012-02-02T20:31:00.001+00:00

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5 New 'Mario Party 9' Screens

2012-02-02T20:29:00.003+00:00

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New 'Xenoblade Chronicles' Screens

2012-02-02T20:28:00.001+00:00

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Nintendo Hires Ex-Crytek Staff

2012-02-02T20:14:00.000+00:00

Last year Nintendo & Retro Studios hired several industry veterans from Naughty Dog, and Vigil. Now it appears Nintendo are at it again!

This time they have hired Mark Atkinson, who has previously worked for Crytek, Lionhead and Ignition.

His new job title is "Consultant Software Engineer", which he began in September 2011.

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New 'The Last Story' Screens

2012-02-01T20:45:00.002+00:00

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New 'The Last Story' Characters Trailer

2012-02-01T20:44:00.002+00:00

OMG, its becoming hard to believe this is on the Wii. Looking beautiful....

Nintendo TV Goes 3D!

2012-02-01T16:36:00.002+00:00

Official on-console video show now available in full 3D on the Nintendo 3DS

1 February 2012 – Nintendo TV, Future Publishing’s on-console video show made its debut in December on the Nintendo 3DS™ and the second episode is available to view via Nintendo eShop now. Powered by Official Nintendo Magazine, the upgraded show has already received over a million views on the Wii™ console in 18 months and is now available in full 3D on Nintendo 3DS.

In each episode, Nintendo 3DS owners can access original 3D footage from the latest games in Select, news in Update and hot tips on what every gamer needs in Nintendo eShop Essentials. The monthly show also features behind-the-scenes footage, plus a fantastic competition and is available to be streamed directly from the Nintendo eShop.

The second episode, which is live now features Resident Evil Revelations and reveals news about upcoming titles The Last Story and Mutant Mudds. Nintendo eShop Essentials features Pullblox and 3D Classics Kid Icarus, plus there’s a terrifying feature filmed at London’s premiere horror attraction, the London Bridge Experience, all filmed in high-definition 3D.

The first competition in the new-look show gives gamers the chance to win an Ice White Nintendo 3DS system with Super Mario 3D Land, Mario Kart 7 and The Legend of Zelda™: Ocarina of Time 3D.

James Honeywell, Marketing Manager at Nintendo UK said “We are always striving to bring fun and exciting new content to Nintendo 3DS users and Nintendo TV will do just that. We are looking forward to launching a new episode each month, adding to the host of other unique 3D content available from our various partners.”

The innovative eight-minute, entirely 3D show is yet another example of pioneering digital publishing from Future, who scooped the AOP Digital Consumer Publisher of the Year and Grand Prix Awards earlier this year.

Lee Nutter, Publisher of Future’s Nintendo Group said: “The new 3D video show really is the first-of-its-kind. The original show has been hugely successful on the Wii since launch and this cutting-edge upgrade embraces the new technology of the Nintendo 3DS perfectly. Our partnership with Nintendo continues to go from strength-to-strength and has witnessed Nintendo’s consoles transform the UK games market forever.”

The latest episode is available to Nintendo 3DS users now via the Nintendo eShop.

For more information on Nintendo 3DS and SpotPass™, visit the official Nintendo 3DS website at www.nintendo3ds.co.uk.

Weekly Japanese Sales Update

2012-02-01T16:28:00.000+00:00

This week Armoured Core V and Resident Evil: Revelations came out in Japan, see how they did plus the latest hardware sales below...

[PS3] 01. Armored Core V (From Software, 01.26.2012): 163,906 <-- NEW
[3DS] 02. Resident Evil Revelations (Capcom, 01.26.2012): 146,559 <-- NEW
[PSV] 03. Tales of Innocence R (Namco Bandai, 01.26.2012): 54,853 <-- NEW
[3DS] 04. Mario Kart 7 (Nintendo, 12.01.2011): 29,230 (1,433,958)
[3DS] 05. Monster Hunter 3G (Capcom, 12.10.2011): 27,032 (1,186,898)
[360] 06. Armored Core V (From Software, 01.26.2012): 24,719 <-- NEW
[3DS] 07. Super Mario 3D Land (Nintendo, 11.03.2011): 23,003 (1,288,495)
[PS3] 08. Idolmaster Anime & G4U Pack Vol.4 (Namco Bandai, 01.26.2012): 18,179 <-- NEW
[3DS] 09. Rhythm Thief (Nintendo, 01.26.2012): 14,928 (46,526)
[3DS] 10. Inazuma Eleven Go (Level-5, 12.15.2011): 10,479 (370,804)

1. 3DS: 84,789 (80,960)
2. PS3: 22,924 (21,155)
3. PSV: 18,942 (15,219)
4. PSP: 16,008 (17,181)
5. Wii: 10,396 (10,173)
6. X360: 1,235 (1,588)
7. DSi LL: 1,180 (1,200)
8. DSi: 738 (822)
9. PS2: 713 (903)

Get online with your Nintendo 3DS today with free-hotspot.com

2012-02-01T11:22:00.001+00:00

Access over 5,000 European free-hotspot.com Wi-Fi Hotspots across 21 countries for free via your Nintendo 3DS

1^st February 2011 – Nintendo of Europe today announces a new deal with free-hotspot.com, the world’s largest multinational network of exclusively free Wi-Fi Hotspots. The partnership will allow Nintendo 3DS™owners free access to over 5,000 Wi-Fi hotspots across 21 European countries. Your Nintendo 3DS will automatically* connect to free-hotspot.com’s network in many of the biggest fast food restaurants and leading hotel chains across Europe including McDonald’s, Burger King, KFC, Subway, Ibis Hotels and Etap Hotels.

It’s never been simpler to connect your Nintendo 3DS to the internet. Your Nintendo 3DS will automatically search for and connect to the internet via free-hotspot.com’s access points across Europe.

Once connected to the internet, special and exciting content can be received automatically to your Nintendo 3DS system via SpotPass™, even whilst your Nintendo 3DS system is in Sleep Mode. Some of the exclusive content you could receive include unique 3D videos from the Nintendo Video™ service, notifications, extra content for your software and system updates which can all be received without lifting a finger.

When you next have time while waiting to be served or while being checked in at a hotel, why not also browse the Internet for free and check out your favourite websites or even access the Nintendo eShop? Enjoy looking through, downloading and playing the latest Nintendo 3DS Download Software and classic titles from the Nintendo Virtual Console™ – all available from the Nintendo eShop.

Laurent Fischer, Managing Director of European Marketing & PR at Nintendo of Europe says: “With such an extensive European-wide Wi-Fi access network, partnering with free-hotspot.com made absolute sense. The access points are largely located in popular restaurants and hotels – places where Nintendo 3DS owners are likely to want, and to unwind in. We also urge all Nintendo 3DS owners to also take advantage of the latest System Update which has brought an array of new features and enhancements, including 3D video capture.”

Joseph Brunoli, Managing Director of Anacapa Holdings, Ltd., operators of the free-hotspot.com network, added: “Our extensive network of Wi-Fi hotspots across Europe will provide Nintendo 3DS users with a high speed, reliable service to help them make the most of their time while away from home. We are delighted to work with Nintendo and to announce this important partnership.”

For more information on Nintendo 3DS and SpotPass, visit the official Nintendo 3DS website atwww.nintendo3ds.co.uk. For information on performing a system update, visit the Support section at support.nintendo.com