tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70676150388814507352024-02-19T10:57:33.814+00:00Mini GamersA gaming site devoted to bringing you all the news in the world of handheld gaming.MINI GAMERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17710530920316436995noreply@blogger.comBlogger309125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067615038881450735.post-5099374410818516302015-07-13T15:59:00.000+01:002015-07-13T15:59:25.205+01:00Nintendo CEO Satoru Iwata Dies From Cancer Aged 55<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Nintendo has today confirmed the sad news that its CEO and much-respected videogame programmer has died at the age of 55 from cancer. Rumours of Mr. Iwata's failing health first began to circulate back in 2014 when he was advised by doctors not to travel to <i><a href="https://www.e3expo.com/show-info/2541/about-e3/"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>E3</b></span></a></i>, Los Angeles premiere gaming conference. Nevertheless, he underwent surgery and returned to work after a brief respite.<br />
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During his time as CEO, which began in 2002, Satoru Iwata was credited with the launch of many of Nintendo's successful products, including most notably its <i>DS</i>, <i>3DS</i> and <i>Wii</i> consoles. He had recently began to refocus Nintendo gaming away from the console market and towards the 'mobile gaming' market, which is expected to double Nintendo's expected profits by providing quality Nintendo titles to the growing market of smartphones and tablet devices. Earlier this year, Nintendo signed an exclusive deal with mobile gaming company, DeNA, who will be tasked with bringing Nintendo's vision of high-quality Nintendo mobile games to life.<br />
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The untimely death of Mr.Iwata has shocked many of the company's fans, who have taken to social media sites to voice their tributes to the man who brought some truly innovative and creative products to the gaming community. Even Nintendo's closest rival, <i>Sony Playstation</i> paid its respects in a simple tweet, which reads: <i>"Thank you for everything, Mr. Iwata."</i> <span style="font-size: xx-small;">[sourced from: http://kotaku.com/the-video-game-community-pays-tribute-to-satoru-iwata-1717397315].</span><br />
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With the loss of its treasured CEO, Nintendo faces a difficult time ahead in its search for new Leadership. One thing is certain, however, Satoru Iwata was a man of rare talent and vision. His leadership helped Nintendo to produce its popular line of easy-to-use, family-friendly consoles, which brought the joys of videogaming to even wider audiences. He will be sadly missed by the gaming community and he has left some very big shoes for his successor to fill.<br />
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The creative geniuses at<span style="color: #38761d;"> <a href="http://ttgames.com/"><b><span style="color: #38761d;">TT games</span></b></a></span> have produced yet another game under their tried and tested LEGO format. Universal's dinosaur extravaganza <i>Jurassic World </i>is the latest blockbuster movie to undergo a LEGO metamorphosis, and we have to say that the results are looking good!<br />
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The game encompasses storylines from all four films in the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jurassic_Park"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b><i>Jurassic Park </i>series</b></span></a>, from the park's humble beginnings under its original creator, John Hammond, to the bone-chomping action of the ferocious<span style="color: #38761d;"> </span><a href="http://manusaurio.deviantart.com/art/Jurassic-World-Indominus-rex-508388887" style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: #38761d;">Indominus Rex</span></a>, which actually means<i> 'Untamable King' </i>in Latin<i>.</i><br />
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As well as the usual LEGO gameplay, including solving various <b>puzzles</b> and collecting several coloured studs etc, <b>players can create their own custom dinosaurs</b> from various body parts collected throughout the game's twenty levels, each divided over four story chapters.<br />
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More than twenty species of standard dinosaur breeds and over one hundred human characters can also be unlocked during the course of the game.One quirky unlockable character is <b>Mr. DNA</b> (the chatty, animated DNA strand who we see guiding tourists in the first and fourth films) he can be used to provide in-game hints and tips once unlocked.<br />
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The main human characters also have their own special abilities, which can help at various points during the game. For example, Nick Van Owen, the wildlife photographer from <i>Jurassic Park: Lost World </i>(played by Vince Vaughn,) can now use the flash on his camera to temporarily daze and confuse the attacking dinosaurs!<br />
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As well as the Story Mode levels, the game also has two open world settings, <i>Isla Nublar</i> and <i>Isla Sorna</i>. One of the most exciting features of the <b>open-world gameplay</b> is the ability to play as a rampaging dinosaur in certain areas. Furthermore, the game does feature a <b>two-person Co-Op Mode</b>, which means that your friends can also join in the fun.<br />
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<b><i>LEGO Jurassic World</i> </b>also brings some interesting features such as a brand new <b>Weather</b> mechanic and a whole <b>day and night cycle</b>, which helps to vary the gameplay a little. Nevertheless, this game follows the tried and tested LEGO format that we are all familiar with pretty closely, and the new mechanics do not vastly add anything to the playable portions of the game.<br />
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Another aspect of the game is the various 'Chase' sequences, which involve rapidly pressing buttons in order to avoid being eaten by some large carnivorous dinosaur. Although these chases look visually impressive, the actual gameplay mechanics can make them seem a bit boring after a while.<br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Having Trouble viewing this trailer? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDfsUO_KPkE"><b><span style="color: #38761d;">CLICK HERE</span></b></a></span></div>
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In conclusion, this is a very good, funny, visually-beautiful addition to the LEGO games franchise. If you are already a fan of the LEGO games, then this title will fit very nicely into your collection and the gameplay will be very familiar to you.<br />
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If you are an adult gamer who has yet to experience a LEGO video game, you may find that <i><b>LEGO Jurassic World</b></i> is not the best title to start with as the chase sequences and fairly simple puzzles may become repetitive after a while.<br />
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Nevertheless, <i><b>LEGO Jurassic World's</b></i> simple mechanics help to make it an excellent game for children or adult casual gamers who are looking for something entertaining but uncomplicated to play. <b><i>LEGO Jurassic World</i></b> is a quirky game, packed with humour that should appeal to the whole family. Overall <b><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers</span></b> rating: <b>7/10</b><div class="blogger-post-footer">COPYRIGHT 2010/2011 Mini Gamers http://worldofminigamers.blogspot.com</div>MINI GAMERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17710530920316436995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067615038881450735.post-3849380693951412192015-04-13T16:21:00.000+01:002015-05-02T16:54:07.144+01:00Resident Evil Revelations 2 Gets PS Vita Release But No Plans For 3DS!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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With <a href="http://www.capcom-europe.com/"><i><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Capcom</b> </span></i></a>already releasing the popular <i><b>Resident Evil Revelations 2 </b></i>on the major gaming platforms including: <i>PC</i>, <i>Xbox One</i>, <i>PS3</i> and <i>PS4</i>, handheld gamers have been left wondering whether they too would be treated to some more Zombie-shooting action. Well, today the wait is finally over.<br />
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<i>Capcom</i> has indeed confirmed that <i>Frima Studio</i> will be responsible for porting <i>Resident Evil Revelations 2</i> onto the <i>PS Vita</i> some time in <b>Summer 2015</b>, although no actual release date has yet been announced.<br />
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The game will feature all four episodes of <i>Resident Evil</i> and all DLC items released so far. Sony has also promised some interesting touchscreen and gyroscopic control features, which will play an important part within the game.<br />
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Nevertheless, the <i>PS Vita </i>release has sparked annoyance from some sections of the <i>3DS </i>community who are wondering why <i>Resident Evil Revelations 2</i> has not been adapted for use with the Nintendo handheld too, when the game was originally exclusively available in this format. <i>Capcom</i> has cited "Technical problems" as the main reason for why the game will not be returning to the<i> Nintendo 3DS</i> any time soon. A spokesperson from <i>Capcom</i> has said:<br />
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<i>"It's partly a technical reason. We have our own custom engine called the MT Framework, and as the mobile and home console versions are quite different technically, given that we were taking the home console versions as a starting point, it just led somewhat naturally." <span style="font-size: xx-small;">[Sourced from: </span></i><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i>http://uk.ign.com/articles/2015/02/18/heres-why-resident-evil-revelations-2-isnt-coming-to-the-3ds]</i></span><br />
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The news has come as a big disappointment to fans of the original<i> Resident Evil Revelations 3DS </i>game, but for the time being at least, the idea of a <i>Resident Evil Revelations 2</i> port for the <i>New Nintendo 3DS </i>console seems like little more than a pipe-dream.<br />
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The <i>Gold Mario Amiibo</i> figurine has been very successful in terms of sales in America, where it is on sale as a Walmart exclusive. Nevertheless, it looks as though it is set to be just as popular in the UK, with third-parties regularly selling the figurines at £100 each on the popular auction site, <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/gold-mario-amiibo-limited-edition-rare-uk-mint-/111657356841?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item19ff4c0e29"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>EBAY</b></span></a>. </div>
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The <i>Gold Mario Amiibo</i> figure may differ aesthetically from the standard Mario <i>Amiibo</i> figurine, but it functions in exactly the same way as its original counterpart. There was rumours of a <i>Silver Mario Amiibo</i>, but this has yet to be confirmed. </div>
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If you are a big fan of <i>Animal Crossing: New Leaf</i> on the <i>Nintendo 3DS/New 3DS </i>or <i>2DS</i> consoles, then you would have been delighted by the latest <i>Nintendo Direct</i> Broadcast, which aired yesterday. Nintendo have announced that they are planning to release a new spinoff interior design simulator, which is themed around the <i>Animal Crossing</i> series, called <b><i>Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer</i></b>.<br />
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Have you have ever wanted to create the perfect home for your <i>Animal Crossing: New Leaf </i>buddies?Well, this is your chance. <i><b>Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer</b></i> lets you design custom interiors for all the characters in the classic game. They tell you what kind of room they want, and you collect items of furniture, wallpapers and carpets that help to turn their dream homes into a reality.<br />
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Nintendo also mentioned that this would be the first ever <i>Animal Crossing</i> game to come with <i>Amiibo </i>NFC supported content. However, instead of the <i>Amiibo</i> figurines that have been produced for <i>Super Smash Bros. 4</i>, (which have often been accused of being impractical and too bulky to use when carrying them around with the portable <i>New 3DS</i> console,) Nintendo have announced that <b><i>Animal Crossing: Happy Home designer</i></b> will use <b><i>Amiibo</i> cards </b>instead, which work in the same way as the Amiibo figurines, but which are easier to store and collect. This obviously has a lot of scope for use with other future Nintendo titles as well. </div>
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<i>Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer</i> is expected to be released in the USA and Europe some time in <b>Autumn 2015</b>. However, there was even more Animal Crossing news, as Nintendo also went on to talk about the <b>new Animal Crossing DLC course</b> which is now coming to <i><b>Mario Kart 8</b> </i>on the <b>23rd of April 2015.</b></div>
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As well as a course which looks to be every bit as cutesy and quirky as the original <i>Animal Crossing</i> game, including <b>different seasons </b>every time the characters race around the track, Nintendo will also add a <b>free update</b> that adds <b>a 200cc speed class</b>, which means that players who have mastered the existing races get a brand new challenge. The update also adds <b>support for more Amiibo characters</b>.</div>
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For those of you who are not fans of <i>Animal Crossing</i>, there were further announcements including (amongst others), a trailer for for <b>a new </b><i><b>Fire Emblem</b></i><b> game, </b>which is due to be released in Europe in<b> </b>2016, an announcement about <b>a special Amiibo peripheral which will allow existing <i>3DS</i>, <i>3DS XL</i>, and <i>2DS</i> consoles to use the Amiibo figurines</b>, and an announcement about the <b>fourth wave of collectible Amiibo figures, </b>which can be expected over the next few months:<br />
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The latest edition to<span style="color: #38761d;"> <a href="https://www.nintendo.co.uk/Nintendo-3DS/Nintendo-3DS-94560.html"><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Nintendo's 3DS family</span></b></a> </span>was launched in the UK yesterday and <span style="color: #274e13;"><b>Mini Gamers </b></span>could not wait to get our hands on this impressive successor to the <i>3DS</i>. However, are the <i>New Nintendo 3DS</i> and <i>New 3DS XL</i> consoles really as good as all the hype suggests? What exactly is so 'new' about them, and are they really worth the cash?<br />
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At first glance, the <i>New 3DS</i> looks pretty similar to the original <i>3DS</i> console, but there are a surprising number of small aesthetic and functional changes, which we here at <span style="color: #274e13; font-weight: bold;">Mini Gamers </span>HQ have decided to separate into three distinct categories called <span style="color: #274e13;"><b>'The Good'</b> </span>- all those changes that are a marked improvement on the old 3DS console, <span style="color: #274e13;"><b>'The Bad'</b></span> - those things which are worse about the <i>New 3DS</i> than its predecessor, and <span style="color: #274e13;"><b>'The Indifferent'</b></span>, which are those additions or changes which don't really add or worsen anything from the previous model.<br />
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<li><span style="color: #274e13;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">The Volume Control:</u> </span>This has been moved from the bottom left-side of the console to the top left-side of the console, which is great for anyone who used to find that their fingers would sometimes accidentally push the volume slider on the original <i>3DS/3DS XL </i>models when they were holding or moving the console.</li>
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<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">The Name:</u> </span>Yes, it is terrible. Adding the prefix 'New' to the start of a product may have indeed worked for <i>Apple </i>with their <i>New iPad</i>, but it doesn't really work in the case of Nintendo's latest console. Try typing in "<i>new 3DS</i>" or "<i>New 3DS XL</i>" into any search engine and you will instantly see advertisements for brand new <u>original</u> <i>3DS</i> consoles, as well as the brand new <i>New 3DS</i> consoles, which actually look suspiciously similar to each other at first glance. So how has Nintendo made the difference between these consoles clear? Well, they haven't really, except to have <span style="color: #38761d;"><b>'</b></span><a href="http://www.nintendo.com/amiibo/"><span style="color: #38761d; font-weight: bold;">Amiibo'</span><span style="color: black;">-</span></a>style sparks coming off of the word 'new' on the packaging. Not very helpful to a gamer who has never seen either 3DS consoles before.</li>
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It could be argued that the <i>New 3DS</i> console is actually an improved version of the original <i>3DS </i>with all the extra buttons and functions that fans have been asking for. If you have not tried a <i>3DS</i> console, then the New 3DS is definitely a great purchase with lots to offer its gamers.<br />
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If you are the proud owner of an original<i> 3DS</i> or <i>3DS XL</i> console, then the <i>New 3DS</i> does offer many enhanced features as mentioned above, but with very few <i>3DS</i> software titles currently optimised for the special<i> New 3DS</i> functions such as: <i>Amiibo</i> compatibility, or the C-stick and extra shoulder button controls, it may be worth waiting a little longer before you trade in your old <i>3DS</i>. Overall <span style="color: #274e13;"><b>Mini Gamers</b></span> rating: <b>8/10</b>.<br />
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There are only six more days to go before Nintendo's latest console, the <i><b>New Nintendo 3DS</b></i> and its <i>XL</i> counterpart go on sale in the UK, and many of us have been frantically pre-ordering the console with either our favourite <i>Monster Hunter 4</i>, or <i>The Legend of Zelda Majoras Mask 3D</i> bundles. </div>
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However, for 3DS fans in the USA, there has been an extra chance to get your hands on a new console, with popular video game retailer, <b>GameStop</b>, holding many midnight launches in stores across America. Gamers will be able to buy the console from precisely 12:01 am on the <b>13th of February 2015</b> and will also be able to take their pick of the aforementioned bundles as well! </div>
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If you don't fancy waiting in line, US gamers can also order the <i>New 3DS/New 3DS XL</i> from the <b>Best Buy</b> website, (<a href="http://www.bestbuy.com/"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>http://www.bestbuy.com</b></span></a>) but the retailer has warned that it has had to cancel some pre-orders of <i>The Legend of Zelda: Majoras Mask</i> bundle because it has proven so popular and is now out of stock.</div>
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Video game retailer, <b><i>GAME</i></b> has also promised some <b>UK midnight launches </b>in around a third of its stores. GAME is also the only UK retailer to stock the limited edition <i>Monster Hunter 4: Special Edition New 3DS XL</i>, which features an exclusive design. </div>
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Furthermore, GAME has also have added an incentive for those 3DS owners who might be reluctant to trade in their old 3DS for the <i>New 3DS/3DS XL</i> console because of the "Data Transfer" function which requires both the old and new machines to port saved data across from one console to the other. </div>
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According to GAME, anyone who now buys a <i>New 3DS/New 3DS X</i>L console and keeps the receipt, will be able to trade-in their old 3DS console at the higher trade-in price, which is usually offered for only seven days after the launch of a new console!</div>
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<i> </i><b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massively_multiplayer_online_game"><span style="color: #38761d;">Massively Multiplayer Online</span></a></b> publishing giant,<i> <b>Sony Online Entertainmen</b>t,</i> has today been sold to the private investment company, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbus_Nova" style="color: #38761d; font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">Columbus Nova</a>, for an undisclosed sum. The company has since announced that it will be changing its name from SOE to <b style="font-style: italic;">Daybreak Studios</b>, and will now primarily focus on producing video games for multi-platforms, including Nintendo, Xbox and some mobile platforms as well.<br />
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A spokesperson for <i>Daybreak Studios</i> has said: <i>"We expect to have even more resources available to us as a result of this acquisition, it also means new exciting developments for our existing IP and games as we can now fully embrace the multi-platform world we are living in." <span style="font-size: xx-small;">[sourced from: http://www.pcgamer.com/sony-online-entertainment-sold-becomes-daybreak-game-company/}</span></i><br />
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Sony has today announced changes to some of its PlayStation applications. Amongst those applications affected are Sony's music-streaming app,<b><span style="color: #38761d;"> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_Unlimited"><span style="color: #38761d;"><i>Music Unlimited</i></span></a></span></b>, which is due to be discontinued on the <b>29th of March 2015</b>, and the popular video-streaming app, <b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/YouTube"><span style="color: #38761d;"><i>YouTube</i></span></a></b>, which is set to be discontinued in <b>April 2015</b>.<br />
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The news has come as somewhat of a disappointment to fans of these two applications, but never fear: Sony has announced that it will be replacing its <i>Music Unlimited</i> service with a brand new music-streaming service called <b><i>PlayStation Music</i></b>, which will be powered by the extremely popular music-streaming service, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spotify"><b><i><span style="color: #38761d;">Spotify</span></i></b></a>.<br />
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Fans of the PlayStation <i>YouTube</i> app will also be pleased to hear that they will still be able to access the mobile web version of <i>YouTube</i> from their console's Internet browser, so they can enjoy all the videos that they used to get from the application itself.<br />
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Sony has also announced that they will be discontinuing the <i>Near</i> and <i>Maps </i>applications on the <i>PS Vita </i>console soon. This is expected to occur some time in <b>March 2015</b> via a System Update. It is not yet known whether these applications will be replaced with new versions of similar applications or not but it is clear that some serious changes are afoot...Watch this space!<br />
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The wait is finally over for Nintendo fans in the UK after a special <i>Nintendo Direct </i>broadcast at 2pm today has revealed some more information about the upcoming <i>New 3DS</i>, including the all-important European release dates!<br />
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<b><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers</span></b> can now reveal that the console, which has already been released in places such as Japan and Australia will now debut in the UK and North America on the <b>13th of February 2015</b>. Furthermore, both the New 3DS and its XL counterpart will debut in the UK on the same date, so there will be no need to upgrade to the larger model (which is equal in size to the current 3DS XL) at a later date. North America will only have the XL model of <i>New 3DS.</i><br />
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Furthermore, there is good news for <i>Nintendo 3DS</i> users who wish to use their existing <i>3DS</i> games on the new system, which was initially considered incompatible with existing <i>3DS</i> software as it has a different, more advanced processor.<br />
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Nevertheless, Nintendo yesterday revealed that some existing 3DS titles, including the ever-popular <i style="font-weight: bold;">Super Smash Bros. 4</i>, <u>WILL</u> receive a <b>firmware update </b>on the 13th of February that will make them compatible with the <i>New 3DS </i>system. However, Nintendo will still be bringing out some exclusive titles such as <i><b>Xenoblade Chronicles 3D</b></i>, (which is set to debut in <b>April 2015</b>,) which will work exclusively with the <i>New 3DS</i> systems only.<br />
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As well as being larger and having more processing power than the previous 3DS models, the New 3DS comes equipped with a new C-stick, for enhanced control, as well as a special <b><a href="http://worldofminigamers.blogspot.co.uk/2014/06/e3-2014-nintendo-digital-event.html"><span style="color: #38761d;">'Amiibo'</span></a></b> button, which will allow users to sync their New 3DS with Nintendo's unique range of NFC figurines for the first time ever! Nintendo also announced its second wave of <i>Super Smash Bros. 4</i> 'Amiibo' toys during the broadcast.<br />
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We here at <b><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers</span></b> HQ are very excited by the news. Those of you who are desperate to own the <i>New 3DS</i> for yourselves will not have very long to wait at all! If you missed the broadcast yesterday, watch it below now:<br />
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The results of the Annual <a href="http://blog.eu.playstation.com/tag/ps-vita/"><i><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Playstation Blog</b></span></i></a> <b>Game of the Year Award</b><i><b>s 2014</b></i> were published last night. Almost 400,000 Sony console gamers have cast their votes for their favourite<i> PS4</i>, <i>PS3</i> and <i>PS Vita</i> games online since voting first began on the 18th of December 2014,<br />
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Although results in the<i> PS Vita</i> category were incredibly close, it was <a href="https://www.ubisoft.com/en-GB/"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Ubisoft</b></span></a> who finally picked up the Platinum Award for their game, <i>Child of Light</i>, narrowly beating games such as <i>Freedom Wars </i>and <i>The Binding Of Issac: Rebirth</i> for this honour.<br />
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For those of you who haven't had the chance to experience the <i>Child of Light </i>game for yourselves, the trailer below gives you a small taster of this beautiful title:<br />
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For those of you who wish to know which games made the top spot in the other categories, a full list of all the winning titles and runners-up can be obtained by <a href="http://blog.eu.playstation.com/2015/01/08/playstation-blog-2014-game-year-awards-winners-revealed/"><span style="color: #38761d;">CLICKING HERE</span></a>.<div class="blogger-post-footer">COPYRIGHT 2010/2011 Mini Gamers http://worldofminigamers.blogspot.com</div>MINI GAMERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17710530920316436995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067615038881450735.post-31449678042983309002015-01-07T11:00:00.000+00:002015-01-07T17:12:09.468+00:00Nintendo Today, Ebay tomorrow: How 'Loyal' Fans Sell Exclusive New 3DS Consoles At Way Over The Original Price!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In a continuation from our 1st of January post about an <span style="color: #38761d;"><a href="http://worldofminigamers.blogspot.co.uk/">exclusive early UK release for Nintendo's <i>New 3DS</i> console</a></span>, reports are now emerging that some of the special limited-edition New 3DS consoles that have been offered to selected <i>Club Nintendo</i> members are today being sold on the auction site <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-Nintendo-3DS-Ambassador-Edition-Bundle-UK-Edition-/121537882729?pt=UK_VideoGames_VideoGameConsoles_VideoGameConsoles&hash=item1c4c38ea69"><span style="color: #38761d;">EBAY</span></a> for almost four times their recommended retail price.<br />
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According to an article on <a href="http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2015-01-06-new-3ds-ambassador-edition-selling-for-up-to-400-on-ebay"><span style="color: #38761d;">Eurogamer</span></a> earlier today, over fifty <i>New 3DS</i> consoles have now been listed for sale, with the 'Buy It Now' prices reaching as much as £400 in most cases, which is a massive markup on the bundle's original £179.99 price tag. Furthermore, many of these consoles have yet to be shipped to their intended original owners by Nintendo.<br />
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Whilst Nintendo's exclusive invitation was a very clever idea, the <i>New 3DS</i> consoles were supposed to be sent to loyal Nintendo fans only, but today it seems as though loyalty counts for nothing when there is a quick profit to be made. Nevertheless, with the <i>New 3DS</i> reaching its official release dates in Japan and Australia, it is likely to be only a matter of time before these models end up for sale on the UK site as well.<br />
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For non <i>Club Nintendo</i> members in the UK, the choice is clear: <i>either fork out for a massively overpriced limited edition version of the New 3DS console, or wait for confirmation of a release date for the official one. </i><br />
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Nevertheless, with no official release date confirmed in the UK, fans of the handheld console are in for a long wait and <b><span style="color: #38761d;">Mini Gamers</span></b> cannot help but wonder how many of them will succumb to the idea of an early look at what promises to be a great addition to the existing 3DS range, even if it means paying a lot extra for the privilege...<br />
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<i>Happy New Year</i>! Well, with the start of 2015, comes some interesting information regarding the <i>New 3DS </i>handheld console. Nintendo has revealed that the average price range for the latest addition to their <i>3DS</i> range will be around <b>£155.99</b> in the UK later this year.<br />
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The price was revealed in an email sent to select <i>Club Nintendo</i> members inviting them to get their hands on a <i>New Nintendo 3DS Ambassador Edition Bundle,</i> a special edition bundle featuring a white New Nintendo 3DS along with exclusive<i><b> Ambassador Edition</b></i> cover plates, Super Smash Bros. cover plates and a charging cradle.<br />
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The exclusive offer will open on the <b>6th January 2015,</b> but only those members with an email invitation can purchase the handheld device early. <i>The Ambassador Edition Bundle</i> will cost <b>£179.99 </b>in the UK, with Nintendo pricing the value of the console at £155.99, and the cover plates and cradle at £7.67 each.<br />
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Surprisingly, Nintendo has confirmed that <i>Club Nintendo</i> members who which to take advantage of the exclusive invitation could in fact receive the new console as early as next week, but for the rest of the Nintendo fans in the UK, no official release date has yet been given.<br />
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The early release of such a console by Nintendo is a very smart move as it is likely to swell the numbers who wish to pre-order the device for themselves, as well as encouraging more fans to sign up for <i>Club Nintendo </i>membership in order to capitalise on any future console deals.<br />
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<i>What do you think of the limited-edition Ambassador New 3DS bundle?</i><br />
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So, the first <i><b>PlayStation Experience</b></i> has just taken place in Las Vegas, but what did we learn about upcoming PlayStation video games for 2015 from the two-day event? Well, amongst the barrage of trailers for some upcoming PS4 titles, including the ever-popular <i>Uncharted 4, Tearaway: Unfolded </i>or<i> No Man's Sky</i>, there were some quite interesting offerings for <i>PS Vita</i> owners too. The following five games are just a taster of the brilliant <i>PS Vita</i> titles that are scheduled for release some time throughout 2015:<br />
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So there you have it - some top-quality games that will be making their way to the PlayStation Store throughout the coming year, but what do our fellow gamers out there think of the announcements? If you have any thoughts about these games or any other articles on the<b><span style="color: #38761d;"> </span><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers</span></b> blog, feel free to leave us a comment and let us know. We love to hear from you.<br />
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Yes, it is that time of year again! Christmas is swiftly approaching, and the fourth edition of our favourite festive game has just appeared for download in the <i>Nintendo 3DS eShop</i>. For those of you who are not familiar with the <i>Christmas Wonderland </i>series on the <i>Nintendo DS</i> and <i>Nintendo 3DS</i>, it is a series of <b><span style="color: #38761d;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puzzle_video_game#Hidden_object_game"><span style="color: #38761d;">Hidden Object</span></a> </span></b>games, all with a Christmassy theme.<br />
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In <b><i>Christmas Wonderland 4</i></b>, we again join Bill and Mary as they attend the Christmas parade, whilst Mrs. Claus, Santa and the elves try and get all the toys ready in time for the big day!<br />
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As well as the hidden object lists, players will have to solve a number of <b>puzzle mini games</b> in order to progress to the next level. These include tasks such as arranging a set of Santa heads in the correct order or helping Mrs. Claus to finish decorating the Christmas cake.<br />
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The game has some beautiful graphics, including some in 3D, but it has to be said that the 3D function of the game is extremely limited as most of the graphics are displayed solely on the bottom screen, which is a tad frustrating.<br />
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Nevertheless, if you are looking for a fun festive game to play in the run up to Christmas, then this title is just perfect for you. Furthermore, at only £4.49, it is a bargain to download from the Nintendo eShop and will keep most casual gamers interested for quite a long time. Overall <b><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers</span></b> rating: 7/10.<br />
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Yes, the <b>21st of November 2014</b> is a great day for Nintendo fans! Not only is Nintendo releasing its latest Pokemon title - <i>Pokemon Omega Ruby</i> and <i>Pokemon Alpha Sapphire </i>for the 3DS<i> </i>throughout North America and Japan today (<i>European gamers will have to wait until the <b>28th of November 2014</b> for their version the game</i>), but today officially marks the release of Nintendo's first wave of <a href="http://worldofminigamers.blogspot.co.uk/2014/06/e3-2014-nintendo-digital-event.html"><i><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Amiibo</span></b></i></a> figurines.<br />
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The NFC <i>Amiibo</i> figures are expected to retail for around £10 each, and can allow users to add their favourite Nintendo characters to some of exciting Wii U, 3DS and New 3DS console games in the future. However, these figurines will be initially used in the Wii U version of <i>Super Smash Bros. 4</i>, which also debuts today!<br />
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Thus, whether you are a 3DS or Wii U gamer, there is definitely a lot to celebrate. Well done, Nintendo!<br />
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<b><i>PlayStation TV</i></b> (<i>AKA PS TV, or PS Vita TV</i>) launches in Europe today. Sony's micro-console is said to cost around £90, but <b><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers</span></b> asks what does it actually allow users to do, and is it really worth the money?<br />
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Firstly, for those of you who are unfamiliar with <i><b>PlayStation TV</b></i>, this device is like a non-portable version of the <i>PS Vita</i> handheld console. It connects to most standard TVs via an HDMI cable. It allows PS4 users to stream some games content onto a secondary TV, which is a great bonus for those gamers who wish to extend their PS4 gaming beyond the living room, especially if someone else is needing to watch the main TV.<br />
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<i><b>PlayStation TV</b></i> can also be used as a dedicated gaming device. However, in order to do this, players will have to invest in additional memory cards, as the micro-console itself only comes with 1GB of storage. However, the system does come with a games bundle, including a Playstation Store voucher for three downloadable games - <i>OlliOlli</i>, <i>Worms Revolution</i> and <i>Velocity Ultra</i>, so users can start having fun with PlayStation TV right from the beginning.<br />
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The device is Plug 'n' Play, so it is fairly simple to set up. If you are familiar with the PS3 or PS4 consoles, you should not have any trouble in setting up and accessing this device. The system uses the standard <i>PS Vita</i> operating screen. The traditional touchscreen 'swipe and flick' functionality of the <i>PS Vita</i> is now duplicated by pressing the 'O' button on a <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DualShock"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>DualShock 3 or 4 controller</b></span></a>.<br />
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<b><i>PlayStation TV</i></b> is great for playing <i>PS Vita</i> games on a standard HD TV too, but one of the major downsides of this is that not all of the <i>PS Vita</i> games currently on the market are compatible with this device. Sony has included a list of <a href="http://blog.eu.playstation.com/2014/09/22/playstation-tv-release-date-price-full-list-compatible-games-2/"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>compatible <i>PlayStation TV</i> software </b></span></a>on its website though, so it might be worth checking this before deciding to part with your hard-earned cash. <i>PS Vita</i> titles can either be downloaded onto the system via the PlayStation Store, or played by inserting the game card into the available slot.<br />
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The answer to this is both yes and no. It is currently possible to rent and watch some films or TV programmes through the Sony Entertainment Network app, but unfortunately, the system seems to sadly lack <i>Netflix</i>, <i>Amazon Prime</i>, <i>Now TV</i> or the other great entertainment or audio apps found on the PS4 and even on the older PS3 systems at the moment, which is a bit of a shame, and a definite drawback for those users who were hoping that <b><i>PlayStation TV</i></b> would act as a multimedia streaming device. These entertainment applications will not work using the 'Remote Play' function either.</div>
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If you are a <i>PS Vita</i> owner, being able to stream your favourite <i>PS Vita</i> titles to a large television certainly has its appeal, but as discussed, the drawback here is whether or not your favourite <i>PS Vita</i> titles are actually compatible with the <i><b>PlayStation TV</b></i> system at present. Many original <i>PS Vita</i> titles will not be compatible, nevertheless, future <i>PS Vita</i> releases are likely to be developed with the micro-console in mind. Thus, it may be worth purchasing a <i><b>PlayStation TV</b></i> micro-console when a larger catalogue of compatible <i>PS Vita</i> games becomes available. </div>
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If you were hoping for a miniature multimedia streaming device, then you are likely to be most disappointed by what the <i><b>PlayStation TV</b></i> system currently has to offer. Nevertheless, there is huge scope for development here. <i>Now TV</i> and <i>Netflix </i>were added to the PS3 after its original development, so there is no reason why a version of these applications could not be developed for use with <i><b>PlayStation TV</b></i> at a later date. Moreover, the recently hinted at <a href="http://www.techradar.com/news/internet/cloud-services/playstation-vue-is-sony-s-cloud-tv-service-coming-to-ps4-ps3-and-ipad-1272839"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>PlayStation Vue</b></span></a> application would definitely go very nicely with the <i><b>PlayStation TV</b></i> system should it be added at a later date. Nevertheless, at the moment, with its skeleton multimedia functionality, <b><i>PlayStation TV</i></b> is unlikely to appeal to those people who prefer video and film streaming over gaming.</div>
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The <b><i>PlayStation TV</i></b> micro-console has both its good and bad points. It is small, easy to set up and use and offers new and exciting ways for <i>PlayStation</i> gamers to access and stream their media. However, it seems somewhat lacking in content at the moment and will not appeal to all <i>PlayStation</i> users. Unfortunately, it may not be worth its £90 price tag for some people right now.</div>
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Nevertheless, with more content and multimedia applications sure to be added to the device in the future, we have no doubt that <i><b>PlayStation TV</b></i> will eventually be a great addition to the<i> PlayStation</i> range. If you are in any doubt about whether or not to purchase <i><b>Playstation TV</b></i>, then the advice from us here at <b><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers</span></b> HQ is to wait until there is more <b><i>PlayStation TV</i></b> compatible content available. Watch this space!</div>
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Namco-Bandai's long-running Japanese RPG series, <b><i><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tales_of_Hearts"><span style="color: #38761d;">Tales of Hearts</span></a></i></b> has now been remade for the <i>PS Vita.</i> The new game, called <b style="font-style: italic;">Tales of Hearts R</b>,<b style="font-style: italic;"> </b>follows main protagonist Kor Meteor. Kor discovers a woman named Kohaku Hearts and her brother Hisui near his home town. When Kohaku is infected with a monster called a Xerom, Kor attempts to cure her using an ancient sword designed to fight the monster. In the process, he ends up shattering Kohaku's spiria - the essence of her heart and emotions - and scattering the pieces across the world. Kor, Hisui and Kohaku embark on a quest to restore Kohaku's spiria before it is too late.<br />
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One of the major changes to <b style="font-style: italic;">Tales of Hearts R </b>is the battle system. Battles now occur randomly within different arenas throughout the game. Consecutive successful hits can stun an enemy and they can then be thrown up into the air, causing extra battle damage when they are knocked back to the ground.<br />
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Players can also juggle between the standard melee type attacks to using incantations known as 'Artes'. Players can use 'Soma' points, which are collected during successful battles, to level-up their chosen character and improve their battle stats, weapons and a whole host of other customisation options.<br />
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There are some puzzles which also need to be solved along the way, which helps keep things interesting. The game comes with new and sharper graphics, a nice audio soundtrack and detailed voice acting. Unfortunately though, the game's producers have chosen to forgo the usual English Dub process and have decided to merely to use English subtitles over the original Japanese voices instead, which is a bit of a shame.<br />
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In conclusion, <b style="font-style: italic;">Tales of Hearts R </b>is a very good game. The improved battle system, crisp graphics and a detailed, immersive plot help to engage players in the story. It is a shame that there is no English-dubbed voice-acting as reading the subtitles can sometimes be a little distracting, nevertheless, this is a worthwhile addition to the<b><i> </i></b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tales_(series)"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b><i>Tales</i></b> series</span></a>, and a must-buy for hardcore RPG fans. Overall <b><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers</span></b> rating: <b>7/10</b>.<br />
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Nintendo has today announced that it will be again remastering one of its most popular <i>Legend of Zelda</i> titles for the 3DS handheld. <b style="font-style: italic;">The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask </b> is the sixth game in the <i><b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Legend_of_Zelda"><span style="color: #38761d;">Legend of Zelda</span></a></b></i> series and was released on the<b><span style="color: #38761d;"> </span></b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_64"><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Nintendo 64</span></b> </a>in the year 2000.<br />
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The gameplay of <b style="font-style: italic;">The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D </b>follows on from the events shown in <i>The Ocarina of Time</i>, which was itself remastered for the 3DS back in 2011. Thus, a lot of the gameplay mechanics from <i>The Ocarina of Time</i> are still in use, including the ocarina songs, the dungeon puzzles and Link's weapon-based combat, which will be instantly recognisable even to newer fans of <i>The Legend of Zelda</i> franchise.<br />
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<b style="font-style: italic;">The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask </b>is considered by many critics to be a darker tale than some of the other Zelda titles. The game works on a unique three-day cycle. In the main story, which takes place in Termina, which is an alternate version of the usual setting of Hyrule.<br />
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The main antagonist, <a href="http://zeldawiki.org/Skull_Kid"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>the Skull Kid</b></span></a>, <span style="font-size: x-small;">(<i>shown above</i>)</span> has stolen a powerful ancient artifact known as<i> Majora's Mask</i>. Harnessing the dark energy of Majora's Mask, the Skull Kid causes the land's moon to slowly fall towards<i> </i>Termina, where it crashes after three days. Our hero, Link, has to travel back and forth through time in order to reset the beginning of the catastrophic three days in which the mask was stolen, and find a way to stop the moon from destroying the world.<br />
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As with <i>The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D</i>, this game has been rendered in stereoscopic 3D and the cutscenes look breathtakingly beautiful as a result. Furthermore, in Europe, the game is set to be packaged with some seriously rare goodies too, including a silver <i>The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask</i> pin badge, a double-sided poster and a special steelbook cover for the game, making it a must-buy for many true Zelda fans.<br />
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The game is set to make its 3DS debut some time in <b>Spring 2015</b>. As well as the hard copy of the game, <b style="font-style: italic;">The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D</b> will also be available as a Nintendo eShop download upon its release. If you wish to know more about the game, then the latest <i>Nintendo Direct</i> broadcast should help to answer your questions:<br />
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2015 is fast-approaching and with big releases such as <i><b>The Legend Of Zelda: Majora's Mask</b></i> and a brand new 3DS console on the way, it is already shaping up to be a great year for gaming. Keep checking in with the <b><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers </span></b>blog for more exciting news and previews about this game over the coming months, but for now, watch this space!<div class="blogger-post-footer">COPYRIGHT 2010/2011 Mini Gamers http://worldofminigamers.blogspot.com</div>MINI GAMERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17710530920316436995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067615038881450735.post-65571285636668960392014-11-01T15:55:00.000+00:002014-11-06T15:59:26.289+00:00Coming Soon To A PS Vita Near YOU... The Muppet Movie Adventures!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Muppets"><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Muppets</span></b></a> are back! This time, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kermit_the_Frog"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Kermit the frog</b></span></a> and the rest of his furry puppet friends are set to take on Hollywood in a brand new title for the <i>PS Vita </i>called <i style="font-weight: bold;">The Muppet Movie Adventures</i>. Help Kermit, Miss Piggy, Animal and Gonzo the Great as they take leading roles in their own blockbuster movies.<br />
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The game sees some of our favourite Muppet characters battling movie bad guys across five different movie genre locations, including the Wild West and Outer Space amongst others. Can they manage to be the hero of their story and save the day? Along the way, our heroes will face some challenging foes, and they will also meet some other classic Muppet characters who are determined to make a cameo appearance!<br />
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The game is due to be released on <b>Friday the</b> <b>7th of November 2014</b>. It can also be downloaded from the <i>Playstation Store</i> for just 19.99! If you are a fan of the Muppets, then this is a wonderful addition to your memorabilia collection.<div class="blogger-post-footer">COPYRIGHT 2010/2011 Mini Gamers http://worldofminigamers.blogspot.com</div>MINI GAMERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17710530920316436995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067615038881450735.post-15433470836239386482014-10-24T12:17:00.000+01:002014-10-20T13:41:43.184+01:00Game of the Week: Disney Magical World [3DS]<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>Have you ever wondered what it might be like to live amongst some of your favourite Disney Characters</i>? <i>If so, then this game is absolutely perfect for you...</i><br />
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<i style="font-weight: bold;">Disney Magical World</i> is a new <b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_simulation_game"><span style="color: #38761d;">Life Simulation</span></a></b> game, which<i style="font-weight: bold;"> </i>allows players to explore the <i><b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walt_Disney_Animation_Studios"><span style="color: #38761d;">Disney</span></a></b></i> universe in a new and exciting way. Players begin their adventure in Castleton, where they will settle in to their own room and be able to visit the local cafe. This is also where they will find the magical World Gates, which will allow them to <b>journey to other worlds populated by over sixty best-loved <i>Disney</i> characters</b>, including <i>Mickey and Minnie Mouse</i>, <i>Cinderella</i>, <i>Alice in Wonderland</i>, <i>Donald Duck</i> and many, many more. <b><i> </i></b><br />
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Players can create a new character for the game or use an existing Mii character. They can then choose how they play the game, from collecting and using different materials for furniture and wallpaper, to eating various snacks, Do favours for your new Disney friends by fetching their requested items, or going on special 'ghost-hunting' quests to collect stickers and open up new areas of the map to explore.<br />
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<b style="font-style: italic;">Disney Magical World </b>has already launched in North America and Japan, and has so far been considered a successful addition to the <i><b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Disney_Interactive_Studios_games"><span style="color: #38761d;">Disney Videogame franchise</span></a></b></i>, shipping more than 500,000 copies since March this year. <span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i>[sourced from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disney_Magical_World#Reception]</i></span><br />
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<b style="font-style: italic;">Disney Magical World</b> is a fun interactive game which will appeal to old and young Disney enthusiasts alike. The customisation options and expansive game map make it very enjoyable. Furthermore, there is the chance to gain further <b>bonus items</b> via Spotpass, such as new outfits and furniture, and there are also items which can be purchased from the <i>Nintendo eShop,</i> including an entirely new world to explore!<br />
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Thus, <i><b>Disney Magical World</b></i> is likely to keep gamers interested for quite a long time. This is a fantastic title, complete with some very good animated cutscenes and voice acting. Definitely one for the top of the Christmas List this year. Overall <b><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers</span></b> rating: 8/10.<br />
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<i><b>Disney Magical World</b> </i><b>is available to buy from the 24th October 2014</b>.<div class="blogger-post-footer">COPYRIGHT 2010/2011 Mini Gamers http://worldofminigamers.blogspot.com</div>MINI GAMERShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17710530920316436995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7067615038881450735.post-90576247570389284622014-10-10T14:29:00.000+01:002014-10-17T16:45:58.834+01:00The PlayStation Experience Is Coming And You're Invited!!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Sony has today announced that it will be holding its first ever <i>PlayStation Experience. </i>The community event is due to take place in Las Vegas between the <b>6th and 7th of December 2014</b> and will be open to anyone aged eighteen or over.<br />
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Attendees will get the chance to sit in on many in-depth panels, meet some of the industry’s best developers, get an exclusive first look at what’s coming next in 2015, and they will also have the opportunity to purchase rare collectibles directly from their favourite game studios,<br />
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Ticket prices are still being finalised, but are expected to cost around $50 ( approximately £31) for a one-day pass, or $90 (approximately £56) for the two-day pass.<br />
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It certainly sounds like an amazing time for those gamers who are lucky enough to go! Nevertheless, for those gamers who won't be able to attend the event in person, the <a href="http://blog.us.playstation.com/"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>PlayStation blog</b></span></a> will have live coverage of the event from start to finish, including breaking news and live video streams through multiple distribution channels.<br />
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More news about the event, including the programming schedule, Streaming times and finalised ticket prices is expected within the next two weeks, so remember to check in with <b><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers</span></b> for more news about this event as it occurs.<br />
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Nintendo's <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_Smash_Bros."><span style="color: #38761d;"><b><i>Super Smash Bros</i></b></span></a> is an incredibly long-running franchise, but for those gamers who are still unfamiliar with it, <i>Super Smash Bros.</i> is one of the leading crossover fighting games, which is known for its wacky cast, who are all well-established characters from other Nintendo games.<br />
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With the fourth edition of the franchise making its 3DS début today, <b><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers</span></b> thought we would take the opportunity to introduce you to some of the more obscure character choices for this edition of the game, and let you know what precise 'Special moves' they each have to offer in battle.<br />
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It would not be usual to find a fitness trainer locked in battle, but this trainer has some seriously enviable battle moves. Originally from Nintendo's popular Wii game, <i>Wii Fit, </i>this average-looking female comes with some seriously impressive special moves, which, as you'd expect, are all based around the idea of fitness and exercise:<br />
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<i><b>Fantasy Life </b></i>is a new 3DS game in which players can choose to play as not one - but twelve - distinctly different characters. The game has been brought to you by <i>Level 5 inc.</i> the team behind the hugely successful <i><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Professor_Layton"><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Professor Layton</span></b></a></i> franchise, and it has all the makings of another massively popular game series. </div>
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The game is set in the fictional world of Reveria. Players start out as by customising a generic <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avatar_(computing)"><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Avatar</span></b></a>. Players may alter the gender, body type, skin colour, hairstyle, face shape, eyes, and voice of their chosen character.</div>
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In conclusion, Fantasy Life is a very enjoyable game that will appeal to RPG fans of almost any age. The colourful, quirky graphics and gentle plot will almost certainly appeal to younger gamers, whilst the subtle intricacies of the gameplay coupled with the lure of expansion packs and an online multiplayer experience are likely to appeal to the more mature RPG fan too. Overall <span style="color: #274e13;"><b>Mini Gamers</b> </span>rating: <b>8/10</b>.<br />
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It has been a long and difficult time for the many thousands of gamers who have been patiently waiting for the hugely-popular <a href="http://minecraft.gamepedia.com/Minecraft"><b><i><span style="color: #38761d;">Minecraft</span></i></b></a> franchise to finally make its debut on Sony's<i> PS Vita</i> handheld.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #274e13;">Mini Gamers</span></b> first bought you news of <i><b>Minecraft: PS Vita</b></i> <i><b>edition</b></i> back in<span style="color: #38761d;"> <a href="http://worldofminigamers.blogspot.co.uk/2014_06_01_archive.html" style="font-weight: bold;">June</a>,</span> when the game was first revealed to the public during Sony's press conference at<span style="color: #38761d; font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;"> </span><a href="http://2014.e3expo.com/" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: #38761d;">E3 2014</span></a>. The game was originally given a release date of 'August 2014', but various game glitches and bugs meant that the<i> PS Vita </i>edition was delayed.<br />
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Today, <a href="http://minecraft.gamepedia.com/4J_Studios"><b><span style="color: #38761d;">4J Studios</span></b></a>, the team behind the <i><b>Minecraft: PS Vita edition</b></i>, announced that the game is in its final testing at Sony. Whilst there is still no official release date for the game, the fact that the game is undergoing its final checks prior to release is still something to feel excited about.<br />
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