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30 million Nintendo Wii sold in US so far

Wednesday, August 11th, 2010

The fastest selling games console in the history of US is ’s Wii. Since its launch the company has sold more than 30 million units of the Wii and that too in just 45 months.

In a recent statement, the said that the Wii offers motion gaming and it has surpassed the 30 million units marks in the United States. The company further said that the Wii had sold faster than of .

According to analysts, the Wii is going to become the most popular games console in the world.

claims that as of June 2010 the company has sold 74 million of Wii units globally.

Currently the of is the most sold games console of the world. In last 10 years has sold 145 million units of .

of America’s executive vice president of sales and marketing Cammie Dunaway said, “More than any other video game system in history, Wii has expanded the world of video games to new audiences. This milestone is another reminder that people want fun games they can play with others — all at a value-minded price.”

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Black Ops will also be released on DS

Thursday, July 29th, 2010

Recently has announced that its upcoming shooter, : , will also be released on .

The game is due to be out on November 9th and on the same day it will also be released on the handheld.

is developing the game for . The game will let the players take on the role of CIA operatives that engage in strange mission.

Studio Head of , Dan O’Leary, said: “: for the is going to take the handheld experience to a new level. From taking the controls of an attack helicopter to flying an experimental stealth fighter jet, players will have a wealth of new features to utilize”

game will be having six-player online multiplayer with all new Perks and an all new Perks system. It will also be having a tough two-player Co-Op mode along with Arcade mode which will allow players to unlock achievements and rewards.

Players will also get to fly helicopters and jest in the game on the handheld.

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Nintendo unveils 3DS platform to stop illegal play

Thursday, July 15th, 2010

, as the report comes, has now tightened bolts on its anti-piracy measures. It has unveioled the handheld and this will surely ensure that the gamers only play the legal games.

This new platform is too tough to crack than what it was with the previous versions. It is in fact impervious to cracks from illegal downloaders.

Executive vice-president of THQ Ian Curran said, “The problem with the market in the last few years, particularly with , is that it’s just been attacked by piracy. It’s made it almost impossible to shift any significant volume. The combated it a little bit, but the has taken a step further.”

Well, let us wait and watch how difficult it is to crack and how long the hackers take time to crack it. Wish this do not happen.

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Nintendo sales takes big leap after retail price cut

Thursday, July 8th, 2010

Sales of have taken a big leap, a leap of 40% every week since the trade price of was lowered last month.

The current price of the handheld is £129.99 and it is being promoted to comsumers as part of a ‘’ campaign.

Rob Saunders, head of communications of , said: “Since the adjustment in trade price has been passed on to consumers, each of the previous three weeks have seen sales increase by over 40 per cent week-on-week.”

The company, as it is usually, stressed that it does not directly dictate RRPs and the firm also stipulated that the price cut only applies to the and not to others, the and XL.

For the past week the platform holder is running ‘’ TV ads on many channels during prime time.

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Pokemon Leaf Green game SKIN at only $6.98

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

The Leaf Green game SKIN 15 for costs just $6.98 and it is too useful. Below are the features of it:

It is superior-quality breathable vinyl stick-ons/decals. It resembles a paint job same as hot rods and race cars.

This will not tear up as paper does and it will also not leave any residue like stickers if it is removed anytime.

The skins are made in USA and the materials in and USA.

Enough thickness in protecting the system from scratches.

It does not void any kind of warranty of the system because it is not replacing any parts.

The company has more than seven years online selling experience and guarantees 100% money back.

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PSP was sold more than Nintendo DSi, XL in Japan

Monday, June 14th, 2010

In the recent sales data from it is revealed that Corp.’s handheld SKUs outsold the SKUs.

According to Co., the has ranked No. 1 by selling 23,588 where as the go sold 1,026 units and it occupied the 9th place between May 31 and June 6.

If we look at the comparison, it is seen that the LL sold 10,737 units and it is ranked on the 4 position for hardware. Addition to this, 8,219 units were sold of in the same period.

For the same week the sold 1,743 units.

In the month of March released for the the XL. It included

two 4.2-inch LCD screens. Each of the screens were 93 percent larger than handheld. It also has 2 digital cameras, larger stylus, Sound application and of course improved battery life.

It is priced at $189.99 each and is being sold in Burgundy and Bronze colors.

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DS XL is being sold more than PSP in Japan

Monday, May 24th, 2010

According to the latest retail data from , the SKUs of has outsold the handheld of .

On Friday the Co. reported that 15,879 units of LL were sold units and it ranked No. 3 hardware between the time period of May 10 and May 16.

In the same period 9990 units of were sold.

For the week the was sold by 2,695 units.

The ranked No. 1 and it had sold 24,475 units and the go sold 871 units. It was ranked at No. 9.

In the month of March also released the XL to the . It is
better known with the two 4.2-inch LCD screens and each of it is 93 percent larger than the handheld. It also features 2 digital cameras. It has improved battery life and comes with larger stylus.

This handheld was price tagged at at $189.99.

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Joint announcement with American Heart Association tomorrow

Monday, May 17th, 2010

Tomorrow a joint announcement is going to come between of America and the at a press event in New York City.

As we all know that the is dedicated in promoting . It is a non-profit organization and it is, over the years, working to curb health conditions like the heart disease and strokes.

We also well know it that has also been promoting healthy activities through its games. Earlier it gained popularity through games. Now the company is coming up with their Vitality Sensor and this is surely going to promote as well.

The news of this announcement came with very little details. Well, we will keep you all updated with it after the press event in the New York City.

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PSP tops the Nintendo retail sale chart

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010

The is ahead of other games of in sales according to recent retail data released in .

On Friday Co. revealed that 59,315 units of was sold and it has ranked No. 1 and 1,890 units of go was sold. It is ranked on as No. 8. The data updated the sales between Apr. 26 and May 2.

LL was at No. 4 with a sales figure of 25,569 units for the week and the sold 15,628 units. During the period the sold 4,069 units.

In the month of March released the XL to the . It includes two 4.2-inch LCD screens and it is larger by 93 percent than the handheld. The new handheld also has two digital cameras, larger stylus, Sound application, and also a improved battery life. It was released in two colors, Burgundy and Bronze, and it was price tagged at $189.99 each.

The new handheld had pre-installed software such as Brain Age Express: Arts & Letters, Brain Age Express: Math and Photo Clock, and two free applications: the Browser and Flipnote Studio.

The Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker Entertainment Pack will hit the market in the month of June this year. This pack will include a ‘Spirited Green’ -3000 hardware, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker UMD, exclusive in-game Camouflage Uniform with FOX logos and Stealth Gun feature. It will also have Playstation Network movie download voucher apart from a 2GB Memory Stick Pro Duo. It will be price tagged at $199.99.

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Exiting games releasing this year

Sunday, March 14th, 2010

, and 5th level are going to make exposure of some exiting game with the combination of games set of 2009. It would be released in late 2010.

You can get information about it in . It is the treasure of key words of games for players. It contains 120 new levels with improved system.

This game will emphasis on the adjectives. Through this game players would be able to create their own game levels and share with friends. It will help the players to get progress in level.

The game sold more than 1 million copies. The first Scribblenauts was superb it interacted the players. You can write down words on screen and can use in life. You can bring novelty in your experience

Scribblenauts will solve the issue and the problem of also. It would bring a variety of words and images.

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