Homebrew News

Originally Posted by wraggster

Paper Mario sets itself apart from the rest of the Mario games using its charming papercraft art style and turn-based battles. Depth has always been a big part of the series and you can bet Nintendo will be using the 3DS' capabilities to full effect in this game.

Nintendo also released new Super Mario 3D Land screenshots this week.


http://www.computerandvideogames.com...rio-3ds-shots/

Originally Posted by wraggster

Continuing its second media burst of the week, Nintendo's released a batch of new Mario Tennis 3DS screenshots.
The handheld entry was announced earlier this week and is yet again being developed by Camleot, which also did Mario Tennis games for N64, GBA, as well as the Mario Golf series, and will release in Europe in 2012.

http://www.computerandvideogames.com...ns-escape-tgs/

Originally Posted by wraggster

It looks the Tokyo Game Show had passed with no mention of the long-awaited Resident Evil 6. Or has it?
Kotaku claims to have confirmation from a Japanese Capcom representative that a video for the game leaked online (but no seemingly wiped from existence) is legitimate, and is being shown off behind closed doors at the trade show.
On the record, Capcom has of course refused to comment on the “rumours”.
The trailer itself opens with the Resident Evil 15^th Anniversary logo before

...

Originally Posted by wraggster

Sony Online Entertainment's free-to-play Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures has hit more than 8 million registered users one year after release.
"LucasArts continues to be an excellent partner, giving our team unprecedented access so that we can continue to create a virtual world that expands beyond the storylines of the TV show in fun and creative ways," said John Smedley, president of Sony Online Entertainment.
Mary Bihr, vice president of global publishing at LucasArts added:

...

Originally Posted by wraggster

Valve Software has made its popular physics puzzler Portal free until September 20, hoping to see it used in classrooms.
"When we heard the buzz surrounding the new role video games are playing in education, we had to throw our hat in the ring," said the developer.
"Innovative educators are finding ways to incorporate Portal and Portal 2 into their classrooms-helping teach physics and critical-thinking skills. It's eye-opening to see how video games can be used in amazing

...