Mario Kart 7 Review

Recently I have reviewed two of Nintendo's biggest games this year Skyward Sword and Super Mario 3D Land. But there is still one left and that is Mario Kart 7. Read after break to find out what I think:

Mario Kart 7 is Out Today

I'm gonna be to busy playing Mario Kart 7 to write so I'll just remind everyone to buy their copy. Mine is pre-ordered and ready to go!

Mario Kart Then and Now

With the tomorrow's release of Mario Kart 7 I thought it would be fun to compare the new comercial to the one for the original handheld Mario Kart, Mario Kart Super Circuit. First off the orignal and then the brand new commercial:

Super Mario 3D Land Review

An outstanding game

The tanooki suit is both helpful and super cute.

"Super Mario 3D Land is not only the best game on the 3DS, but one of the best games ever.
Super Mario 3D Land follows the story everyone knows: Peach is kidnapped and Mario saves her. As always the characters and levels themselves are charming and Mario in his tanooki suit is just plain cute along with fantastic environments that provide fun platforming challenges..." Read the rest of the review at my new blog by clicking here.

Hey! Listen! Nintendo is Going to be OK

Super Mario 3D Land and The Legend of Zelda Skyward sword came out only within the past few weeks and they have been doing huge numbers.

• Super Mario 3D Land has sold over 500,000 units making it the fastest selling handheld Mario game
• The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword has sold 535,000 units making it the fastest selling Zelda game

Things are also looking up for the 3DS and Wii:

• Sales of the 3DS increased 49% the week of Super Mario 3D Land's release
• Sale of the 3DS during Black Friday and the rest of that week were tripled at 325%
• On Black Friday the Wii sold 500,000 units making it the Wii's biggest black Friday

So things are really looking up for Nintendo! You can find the original story by clicking here.

Happy Thanksgiving!

For all my US readers I just wanted to say on behalf of the staff of The Four Parks, which is just me, happy Thanksgiving. For all readers in general their is a new trailer for Pushmo, a game I'm very excited for, so here it is.

My Freakyforms Creation: Mickey Mouse

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The 3DS exclusive eShop download game Freakyforms: Your Creations Alive lets you create your own characters. Being the Disney fan I am I decided to make a Mickey Mouse one as shown at the top of this post. Leave a comment and tell me what you think.

10 Reasons Why Mario Kart 7 is (Going to be) Awesome

Super Mario 3D Land is out so that is all for big 3DS games this year right? Wrong! Mario Kart 7 is coming out soon, December to be exact, so here is a list of 10 reasons why Mario Kart 7 will be awesome. Usually I try to stay away from list type articles but I thought this would be the best way of writing this particular post. You can see the 10 reasons after the break 

Super Mario 3D Land is Out Today

The wait is finally over, Super Mario 3D Land is out today! What are you waiting for? Go buy it! I am picking up my copy I pre-ordered from GameStop along with the free Tanooki Mario keychain that comes with it.

Why Steel Diver is One of the Best 3DS Games You've Never Played

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 The dark horse of 3DS games

Steel Diver was one of the Nintendo 3DS launch titles. This title had been in development for multiple years and was first shown at E3 during the unveiling of the DS.

Super Mario 3D Land: The Waiting Continues

I have not written much if not at all about Super Mario 3D Land so I am going to solve that problem now.

Video Game Music of the Week: Pilotwings Resort

Here is some great music from Pilotwings Resort, a launch game for the 3DS:

Winnie the Pooh Mii

From miicharaters.com here is a mii of the lovable Disney bear Winnie the Pooh. You can go on the website to get directions for the Wii or scan the qr code with a 3DS.

3DS Slider Pad Add-On Box Art

So from Nintendo Everything is box art for the slider pad add on in Japan.  You can see more picture of the attachment on my previous post about it here.

Spider-Man: Edge of Time Review

Spider-Man: Edge of the Time on the 3DS is a great games that showcases how far narrative experiences have come in games, and how the 3DS can have a great multi-platform game and not a watered-down experience. You can read my review after the break.

Video Game Music of the Week: Steel Diver

Here is some music I love from a 3DS launch title:

Spider-Man: Edge of Time

I am super excited for this game and already pre-ordered it. It comes out tomorrow. Here is the trailer:

Better Late Then Never: Cars 2 on 3DS

Cars 2 Is coming to the Nintendo 3DS. It is somewhat odd it took so long but it is the same deal with the Captain America game. From the press release:

"BURBANK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Disney Interactive Studios today announced that Disney•Pixar’s Cars 2: The Video Game is fast on its way to becoming the ultimate spy adventure. Since the game’s release on June 21, 2011, game critics have praised the title for its widespread appeal to both a younger and older audience, stunning visuals, and action racing gameplay fueled by multiplayer capabilities for up to four players. The next addition to this international game of espionage is expected to come this holiday with Cars 2: The Video Game for Nintendo 3DS™."


and:


"Available this holiday, Cars 2: The Video Game for Nintendo 3DS will offer the very best in eye-popping gameplay through the system’s stereoscopic 3D display. The game will take advantage of StreetPass™ communication, allowing players to unlock and share new skins. Multiplayer action with up to four players will also be available."


You can read the original story here and here.

Star Fox 64 3D Review

Run, don't walk, and get a copy today!

Star Fox 64 3D is a great remake of a great game. To read the full review look after the break.

Ace Combat: Assault Horizon Legacy 3DS Trailer

This game is looking pretty cool: