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Wii U: Darksiders 2 Sets Precedence For Third-Party Ports
Many of the Wii U releases expected this November will be titles whcih have already been released on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC. Most of the Wii U versions will include all the current downloadable content for each title, which may account for the $60 price on most of the games.
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Wii U: Launch Lineup Misses Out Most Anticipated Titles
Nintendo's "launch" window covers a period from the U.S.'s Nov. 18 release to March 2013, meaning that some of the most anticipated titles will not arrive on the console until months after release. With less than eight weeks to go before the console's launch, Nintendo revealed which titles will be arriving on launch day alongside Wii U.
Wii U: Region Lock Means Players Restricted To Native Region Titles
Nintendo confirmed that Wii U, its next-generation console, will be region-locked when it launches in November. This means that players will be restricted to buying games from their home region.
Meet Autographer, The First Wearable Click-Free Camera
UK-based Oxford Metrics Group (OMG) has unveiled Autographer, an "intelligent" wearable camera that takes pictures automatically thanks to its in-built sensors. The Autographer is a small camera that features a wide angle lens, and the device can be worn on a lanyard or clipped to the user's outfit.
Nintendo President On Wii U: Barriers Removed For Hardcore Gamers
In an interview with Forbes, Nintendo President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) Reggie Fils-Aime said that the company accommoates hardcore gamers with Wii U's improved hardware and developer support.
Wii U: New Zealand Pricing Eclipses U.S., Americans Get Best Deal
The $350 pricing for Wii U's Premium Edition, including the console, accessories, and a game, may seem a little expensive, but New Zealand's pricing for the next-generation console is confirmed and it is more expensive than the US, lining up with other non-U.S. regions.
Nintendo Web Site Reveals Circle Pad Pro For 3DS XL
Nintendo's Japanese Web site offered the first glimpses of the new Circle Pad Pro attachment designed for gamers who want an additional analog option for their 3DS XL.
Unity Support Comes To Wii U As Two Parties Reach Agreement
Nintendo and Unity announced on Wednesday that the Wii U console will support the Unity development engine, bringing the accessible engine to Nintendo's next-generation console. The engine will be available for current and future Unity developers.
Sony Unveils New Super Slim PS3, Spikes Price In The U.S.
Sony has again revised its PlayStation 3 and introduced a smaller, thinner model of its flagship console at the Tokyo Game Show. The new model is reduced in size and sports larger hard drive capabilities, but it will also have a higher price tag in the U.S.
PlayStation 3 Gets Slimmer, Cheaper, And Larger: The Details
Sony unveiled a new PlayStation 3 on Tuesday. An FCC patent earlier in the year had hinted at a slimmer design, and the new model is 20 percent thinner and 25 percent smaller than the current model.
Wii U Deluxe Edition Sells Out; Early Days, But Hints At Wii-Like Success
Mobilenapps.com reported recently that in an interview with GamesIndustry.biz, Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime said that early Wii U sales were strong. GameStop corroborated the news by revealing that the Deluxe edition of the console has sold out.
New iPhone 5 A Better Gaming Device?
Apple's iPhone 5 launched on Sept. 12. It features a more powerful processor than its predecessors and sports a 4-inch display. Game developers may look at the new iPhone 5 as an improved gaming machine compared to previous models.
Apple To Hit 1 Billion iDevices Sales Threshold By 2015, Indicates Analyst
In August, Apple became the highest-valued company ever. According to Asymco analyst Horace Dediu, the Cupertino tech titan seems to be on track to sell 1 billion iOS devices. Dediu's iOS device sales projections are based on iTunes account growth for the next two years.
