New York to Use Xbox Live as an Emergency Broadcast System

It seems that the state of New York are planning to use Microsoft’s Xbox Live service as a means to send emergency broadcasts to gamers, they may also consider doing the same for the Wii and PS3. Read more

Nintendo Wii Pay-per-view Service Launched

Nintendo Wii users who do not live in Japan are a little upset that they do not have access to some of the features that the Japanese enjoy, such as the TV Guide Channel. It seems that there will be more to get upset about, as we have learned from Engadget that Japanese pay-per-view service has now launched. Read more

Assassin’s Creed 2: Sales Better than Original

Although Modern Warfare 2 is still at the top of all UK sales charts Assassin’s Creed 2’s launch has been extremely successful, so successful that its sales figures are more impressive than the original Assassin’s Creed. Read more

Original Mario Kart coming to Nintendo Wii soon

Some great news for Nintendo Wii owners now, as we are pleased to confirm that the original and classic Mario Kart game will be making an appearance on the Virtual Console soon. Read more

Black Friday 2009 Ads: Walmart’s doorbuster console deals

Just a few days ago we posted news about Walmart’s Black Friday ad for 2009, which featured a link to ad scans with a full list of deals. Yesterday we pointed out that you should look for the doorbuster deals this Black Friday, these are limited stock items but also have the biggest discounts. Read more

Black Friday Sales 2009: Toys R Us game deals

We have more Black Friday deals to tell you about now, this time it is for gaming fans as Toys ‘R Us are giving customers the chance to save big on a few items that you may very well be interested in picking up. Read more

Black Friday 2009: Amazon’s Sony PSP Go Deal

Earlier today we reported that Amazon would be offering a Nintendo Wii-related Black Friday deal tomorrow, we are now hearing that Amazon will also be offering a Black Friday deal for the Sony PSP Go. Read more

Avatar for iPhone/iPod Touch: Game Trailer

During our recent trip to Eurogamer 2009 we managed to get a sneak peak at the Avatar game which will soon be available on PS3, Xbox 360 and the Wii, better still we managed to see the game in 3D, this certainly helped build up the hype for both the game and the movie. Read more

Amazon’s Black Friday Wii Bundle Deal

Usually if you would like to buy a Nintendo Wii with a Wii Fit Plus with Balance Board it would set you back $289.98, however Amazon are currently offering a better deal when you buy both items. Read more

BBC iPlayer for Wii: New Version Being Developed

These days consoles offer more and more non-gaming functionality, it seems that Nintendo are looking to expand their Wii console, according to a recent article on ITProPortal we should soon be seeing BBC iPlayer on the Wii. Read more

Walmart Pre Black Friday Sales 2009: Value Bundles

Walmart recently released a new set of Pre Black Friday value bundles for this year’s 2009 sales. These deals have been available online at Walmart all over the weekend on games, toys, electronics, video games, home items and much more. Read more

Sony PS3 vs Xbox 360 Sales: Hardware vs Software

It is no secret that the Sony PS3 is till outpacing the Xbox 360 in hardware sales, October sales taken from US NPD Group data show that Microsoft’s games console proved much better when it came to top ten software sales. The Xbox 360 claimed five of the ten slots, giving them 44 percent of the sales. Read more

Nintendo Wii: Motion Racing Wheel available now

Just in case you were feeling slightly jealous after reading our hands-on report on the stylish Forza 3 racing wheel, it has been reported that a MotionPlus compatible racing wheel for the Wii is now available to buy in the UK. Read more

Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker: Game release on Nintendo Wii soon

Some good news to share with Nintendo Wii owners now, as we have heard reports that Michael Jackson’s classic game Moonwalker could be releasing on the Wii Virtual Console soon. Read more

Black Friday 2009: Nintendo Wii owners on the alert for deals

As many of you will be aware, Black Friday is probably the best time of the year to pick up discounts for all your favourite game hardware and software. This year is no exception as we are hearing reports of some great deals for gamers, especially for all the Nintendo Wii owners out there. Read more

Nintendo Wii 2: No Wii HD release - Fils-Aime

Well this bit of news is sure to disappoint the millions of Nintendo Wii owners out there who were clinging on to the hope that a new bit of kit was on the way. Nintendo America’s President, Reggie Fils-Aime has firmly stated that there is no existance of a Wii HD console and the company has ‘no’ plans to release one. Read more

COD Modern Warfare Reflex: New images and leaked video

Just in case you were getting slightly jealous on all the news relating to Modern Warfare 2 on the PS3 and Xbox 360, we have some juicy images to show you now, as well as the first (we think!) video leak for Modern Warfare: Reflex on the Nintendo Wii. Read more

Nintendo Wii Zelda: ‘Gorgeous graphics’ promised by Miyamoto

Nintendo recently held their financial briefing and during the Q&A section, the legend that is Shigeru Miyamoto revealed that the upcoming Zelda title for the Nintendo Wii will feature ‘gorgeous graphics’.

As reported from NintendoEverything, the new game is not expected for some time (it hasn’t even been given a title yet), but Miyamoto’s latest comments is sure to excite fans of the Zelda series - especially those who are thirsty for more after the successes of Twilight Princess.

Back to Miyamoto’s comments though, as he revealed that the team are ‘preparing gorgeous graphics for the sake of users’ anticipation for a grand role-playing adventure.’

He continued: ”We have assembled one of the most creative team for the recent Zelda for DS, and we want to be as creative as possible for upcoming Wii Zelda.”

Sounds good to us. Let us know your thoughts on his comments. You’ll be able to read more from Miyamoto over at NintendoEverything.

Black Friday Deals 2009: Kmart Ad lists Video Game Specials

If you are a gaming fanatic and are looking to pick up some great deals on Black Friday weekend, you might want to check out what Kmart are offering, as we already have details on what will be available over the Black Friday weekend. Read more

Modern Warfare 2: Nintendo Wii unable to deliver exact experience

Following a recent interview with Infinity Ward’s Robert Bowling, it has been revealed that the Nintendo Wii would be unable to deliver the exact experience as seen on the PS3 or Xbox 360 - potentially destroying any hopes Wii owners had on a port sometime in the future. Read more

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