Tag: Nintendo

Call of Duty: Ghosts Sells Over $1 Billion In First Day At Retail

On By AnjelIn Games, Games, News, Online, PC, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation Network, Wii U, Xbox 360, Xbox Live Arcade, Xbox OneLeave a comment

codg

Activision this morning announced, that Call of Duty: Ghosts has sold more then $1 Billion into retail on the first day of release. Since being released yesterday, it has moved into the #1 spot on Xbox Live, according to Microsoft. Activision has also stated that the average play session on Xbox 360 has been longer on Ghosts then either Black Ops II or Modern Warfare 3 during the same time period. They also went on to state that Call of Duty: Ghosts is Gamestop’s Most preordered Next Gen Title, and that Activision saw more then 15,000 midnight launch events around the world for the title. The Full press release is below.

SANTA MONICA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI), announced today that the company sold more than $1 billion of Call of Duty®: Ghosts into retail stores worldwide as of day one.

“Call of Duty is by far the largest console franchise of this generation,” said Bobby Kotick, CEO of Activision Blizzard. “More people have played Call of Duty this year than ever before, logging four billion hours of gameplay. And in the last 12 months, Call of Duty®: Black Ops II, including its digital content, generated more revenues than any other console game ever has in a single year. Although it is too early to assess sell-through for Call of Duty: Ghosts, it’s launching at a time when the franchise has never been more popular.”

Millions of people are already playing Call of Duty: Ghosts online. Since its release yesterday, Call of Duty:Ghosts has moved to the #1 spot as the most played game on Xbox Live, according to Microsoft. Additionally, Activision confirmed that on the Xbox 360 videogames and entertainment system from Microsoft, average player sessions for Ghosts have been longer than either Black Ops II or Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 3, during the same time period.

Call of Duty: Ghosts launched at 15,000 midnight openings around the world. Fans around the world shared their excitement in social media, with Call of Duty-related terms trending an astounding 20 times globally on Twitter in the last 24 hours.

“Ghosts is an amazing game which ushers in the next generation of Call of Duty. The team at Infinity Ward has delivered yet another epic thrill ride in the campaign, and what I think is our best multiplayer game yet,” said Eric Hirshberg, CEO of Activision Publishing. “This is the must have launch title for the next generation of consoles, and we expect Call of Duty: Ghosts to be the most successful launch title for the Xbox One and PS4 by a wide margin. In fact, according to GameStop, Call of Duty: Ghosts is their most pre-reserved next gen title.”

Call of Duty: Ghosts is out now across PC, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U and I even saw it for sale for the PS4 when I was in the store yesterday.

Via Press Release

By Dayne “Anjel” Cody
@DayneCody

Super Mario 3D World, Just Keeps Looking Better Every Time We See It!

On By AnjelIn eShop, Game Videos, Games, Games, News, Videos, Wii ULeave a comment

Mario Catsuit

Today Nintendo thought it would be a good idea to not only drop a new bundle on us, but to also make us drool all over the place with a new 6 minute video for Super Mario 3D World. Seriously, this game just keeps looking better and better every time we see it! I can’t wait to get my catsuit on when this get released on Nov 22, but until then, enjoy the latest video below.

By Dayne “Anjel” Cody
@DayneCody

Nintendo Announces New Wii U Deluxe, Super Mario Bundle

On By AnjelIn Games, Games, News, Wii U3 Comments

Mario and Luigi Wii U Deluxe Bundle

Today Nintendo has announced, that on November 1st they are releasing a new Wii U Deluxe Bundle. Included in this new bundle will be a Wii U Deluxe and two games- New Super Mario Bros. U and New Super Luigi U together on one disc. This new bundle will be selling for 299$ and will replace the existing Wii U Deluxe bundle with Nintendo Land.

Mario and Luigi Wii U Deluxe Bundle Box Art

So if the Wii U Deluxe Zelda Bundle wasn’t to your liking, maybe this new one will be. The Zelda Bundle will still be available while supplies last, and after that, this will be the Wii U Bundle going forward. Look for this new Bundle in stores on November 1st.

Via Press Release

By Dayne “Anjel” Cody
@DayneCody

What Next Gen Console are you planning to buy?

On By AnjelIn Games, Online, PC, PlayStation 4, Tech, Wii U, Xbox One2 Comments

Next Gen Console Mashup

We here at Geekoholics.com have been wondering, what your thoughts on the next gen are? Are you planning on picking up a new Console? Wait and See? PC only gamer? Wii U? Let is know in the poll below, and tell us your thoughts in the comments.

By Dayne “Anjel” Cody
@DayneCody

Super Mario 3D World is looking like the Super Mario we have all been waiting for

On By AnjelIn Game Videos, Games, Videos, Wii ULeave a comment

WiiU_SuperMario_scrn02_E3

Super Mario 3D World for the Nintendo Wii U is starting to look like the first innovative Mario game in quite some time. The mix of open area 3d style and platform style is impeccable. Not to mention, FINALLY a Mario in HD (It looks absolutely stunning BTW)

I have had a chance to get some hands on time with it a couple of times now, and I must say, I had a blast. Ether with friends or alone, it is a whole lot of fun. The new powers are great (I mean a cat suit?? YES PLEASE!) It controls wonderfully, and you can use the Wii U controller.  1080p Mario is a sight for sore eyes (please release a Super Mario Galaxy in HD, PLEASE) This is gaming fun at its purest form. I can’t remember the last time a game made me giddy while playing, just from the sheer amount of whimsy. But anyways, to get a better idea of what I am talking about, take a look at the trailer below, and prepare to get excited!

Super Mario 3d World is slated to be released on November 22, Exclusively on the Wii U.

By Dayne “Anjel” Cody
@DayneCody

The Original Zelda: the Windwaker compared side by side with the new Zelda: the Windwaker HD.

On By AnjelIn eShop, Game Videos, Games, Games, News, Videos, Wii ULeave a comment

wind-waker-HD

So the new VERY pretty version of The Legend of Zelda: The Windwaker HD comes out in the Nintendo e-Shop tomorrow for the Wii U, and is hitting stores on Oct 4. So we thought we would show you this video showcasing just how BIG of an increase this new one is in graphical fidelity over the original. The Video may be in Japanese, but we can look and see just how far from the original this new remake is. I don’t know about you guys, but I know what I will be playing once this is released.

By Dayne “Anjel” Cody
@DayneCody

Nintendo 2DS hands on Impressions and Video

On By AnjelIn 2DS, 3DS, Game Videos, Games, Games, News, VideosLeave a comment

Nintendo 2DS Box

So during PAX  (Penny Arcade Expo)  this past weekend in Seattle, we were able to go hands on with the new Nintendo 2DS system. So I thought I would write some quick impressions from my hands on time with it.

  • It is much lighter in the hand then I thought it would be, it appears to be quite heavy, but that is not the case at all, it is definitely lighter then both of its 3DS brothers.
  • It feels a lot like the original Gameboy advance. It’s sturdy, has a similar feel to the plastic, and feels solid, like you could easily give this to a child and not stress about it.
  • It is much nicer looking in person then I thought it would be. I actually really liked the hand feel when I was holding it and playing games on it. Because you are holding more of it in your hands, I could see this being easier to play over long periods of time then the 3DS Twins, as there is nothing weighing it down awkwardly on one side like you get when you have the 3DS open.
  • The screens are the same size as the regular 3DS, just not with the 3D. They seem to be the same nice screens that you expect.
  • You can still take 3D video/pictures and send them to your friends with a 3DS. They just can’t be displayed on the 2DS.
  • They have added a lock screen toggle switch in the bottom right corner, as well as the WiFi switch has been removed and is now a software toggle.
  • The new Home button looks really nice, I hope that it comes over to the 3DS in the future.
  • I managed to fit it in my back pocket. I think trying to get it in a front jeans pocket would be pretty difficult, but it did fit fine in my back jeans pocket. Just remember to remove it before sitting down.

So there you have it, those are my initial impressions of the new Nintendo 2DS. I must say I was a LOT more impressed with it once I was able to hold it, and see it in the flesh. This is a device for small kids, and to that end I think Nintendo nailed it.

Take a look at our video below where we show you the 2DS from all the angles. If you have any other questions about the 2DS, feel free to ask away.

By Dayne “Anjel” Cody
@DayneCody

Two New Pokemon Edition 3DS XL Systems coming soon to North America.

On By AnjelIn 2DS, 3DS, Games, Games, NewsLeave a comment

Pokemon 3DSXL Systems

Today, during Nintendo Direct, the company announced, two Limited-Edition Pokemon X/Y-themed 3DS XL models, one blue and one red, coming to North America on Sept 27th. These systems feature the likenesses of Xerneas and Yveltal, the two Legendary Pokemon that grace the covers of the Pokemon X and Pokemon Y game boxes. The Pokemon X and Y games are not included in the package and will be sold separately.

Via Nintendo

By Dayne “Anjel” Cody
@DayneCody

Nintendo Announces the Nintendo 2DS, No This is NOT a Joke.

On By AnjelIn 2DS, 3DS, Game Videos, Games, Games, News, Online, VideosLeave a comment

Nintendo 2DS

This morning Nintendo announced, the Nintendo 2DS Handheld. It will play all of the DS and 3DS games, but only in 2D.

In the US it will be available in red or blue for $129.99 from 12th October, the same day Pokémon X and Pokémon Y comes out.

The Nintendo 2DS plays the entire library of packaged and downloadable games for Nintendo 3DS only in 2D, and features a fixed, slate-type form factor. Optional carry cases will be available in red or blue at launch for $12.99 a pop.

As for hardware features, the 2DS shares the Nintendo 3DS’ dual screens, gameplay controls and touchscreen features, and has backward compatibility with the existing library of over 2000 DS games. There’s also wireless connectivity for online multiplayer, Nintendo Video and access to the eShop.

Take a look at some screens of the 2DS below.

Screens:

Via Press Release

By Dayne “Anjel” Cody
@DayneCody

Nintendo Drops Wii U Price to $299.99 on 9/20!

On By RicoIn eShop, Games, Tech, Wii ULeave a comment

wiiu299

In a surprise move this morning Nintendo announced that they’re finally dropping the price of the Wii U Deluxe set to $299.99. This new Wii U bundle will include The Legend of Zelda Wind Waker HD and be available on September 20. Also if you notice the Wii U gamepad now has some cool Zelda themed artwork for this special bundle. Is this enough to make you consider the Wii U or is it too little too late?

via Nintendo Twitter.