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Ok, Im still searching for a scan of this, but apparently the latest issue of Nintendo Power reveals that Namco will be bringing of version of Katamari Damacy to the DS.

If true…wow. Ive been hoping for this since I played the game and thought that playing the game on the DS would be awesome.

Ill keep you posted.

UPDATE: Here is the scan from Nintendo Power. Sweeeeet!

NP Damacy Scan

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Its the Revolution rumor that wont die. This time, Game Informer is reporting that the innovative feature will be a touch screen on the controller. A couple of weeks ago a EA employee (supposedly) said the same thing. Didnt Iwata already tell us it wasnt going to be a touch screen?

Joystiqs GI Rumor

Oh, and my brother Matt thinks he knows what the real deal is. He believes that the proposal of gryos is correct. He also believes that the prongs on the controller will be able to turn and will feature force feeback of some sort. Plus, since gyros revolve…the name Revolution fits perfectly.

I guess we will see. Ahh, come on E3, I must know the truth!

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Here are a few awesome games that I am looking forward to. My focus is usually on Nintendo developed or related games, but I love good games, no matter what the system. And these games look awesome!

Made by the people that brought us ICO, this game is probably my most anticipated game now that Jungle Beat is out. Wow, totally amazing…

Wanda & Colossus

Have a god complex? Well, Black & White 2 is here to take care of that. This game looks set to improve on the original in every way, which is no small feat, as that game was great.

Black & White 2

And God of War just looks fun. Bloody good fun. Arcade style beat-em-up with lots of character and quality through and through.

God Of War

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Go buy this movie.

Unless you dont like good movies. Or if youre broke, cuz thats an acceptable excuse. Otherwise, buy it or forever have a small part of your soul cry because you missed out on one of the best and most enjoyable movies of the past few years.

[Now Playing| YTAG - DS]

A lot of people seem to be curious about the features of this game. So, here is a scan of the manual. Also of note, the Pictochat function is shown on pages 22 and 23.

Download the zip file:

YTAG Manual

source: DS LiveJournal

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Heads up to anyone in the US looking to snag Zoo Keeper or Mr. Driller Drill Spirits.

Awhile ago I wrote about how the US version of Drill Spirits lacked some features that the Japanese version had (Multi-player and Dristone). Well, turns out the Euro version got them. And its in English! So, thats the version to get.

Ive also heard that the Euro version of Zoo Keeper features an auto sleep mode, which when you close your DS will pause the game and turn off the light. For some reason, this isnt on the US version. Not a major thing, as you can still simply pause the game, but strange none the less.

Anyone know any good online UK based retailers?

[Now Playing| YTaG - DS]

I was just poking around the net and I stumbled across some new Pac-Pix wallpapers. Enjoy:

Namco Pac-Pix Site

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Employees of EB Games are reporting that Nintendo is going to stop bundling Metroid Prime Hunters with the DS.

Nothing official has been announced as to why this would be, but I can imagine it would save Nintendo some money. Plus, Nintendo said that since they packed a game with the system they think they lost out on some game sales. Either way, its pictochat only for buyers once the current crop of DS kits run out.

[’Aint no innovation, that takes concentration.’]

For awhile now Nintendo’s official line has been something to this extent; ‘The video game market is in a slump and developers are simply rehashing what has come before. That’s why we are going to push the envelope and make gaming fun again.’

If these two games are any indication of what the big N has is store for us, count me in. In fact, these two games provide more fun and innovation than Ive experienced in years.

More…

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A couple of new games have been announced for the DS. Officially, the DS will see a new Mori Mori Slime game from Square/Enix. Also annouced was Devil Kings, a DS game made by the producer of Resident Evil 4. Unofficially, its rumored that a version of Winning Eleven Soccer will be coming to the DS. Nice.

Also, a new Lunar RPG is headed to the DS. This one is called Lunar Genesis. I never played any of the old ones, but RPGs are very welcome on the DS.

Oh, and the Silent Hill game that was in the works for the DS has been canned. The director of the game didnt feel that a portable system could provide the right environment to make people scared.

To learn more about Mori Slime, check out this import review of the GBA game:
GA Review

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Our friends over at NDSArt have an awesome little write-up of Band Bros. Im not sure if this game is coming to the US, but I really hope so. A reader over there has also translated the game in case anyone wants to import it:

Band Bros Write-up

Band Bros Translation

And here is a link to the official Band Bros Site:

Band Bros Site

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Awhile ago I asked readers of this site for a little help figuring out how to play my games on my PC monitor. Everyone was very informative, but PolishBroadcast went above and beyond. He sent me a VGA converter…for free! Now I have a sweet gaming setup all through my PC monitor. Thanks man!

And I want to take this oppurtunity to say that I love my readers. I really think that 4cr has some of the best readers out there. Im constantly amazed at the quality of the comments you guys leave. I dont have to worry about worthless rants or fanboy ‘teh cube iis teh! stupod off jungle bongOOOOOS!@.’

Plus, I really feel like I know some of you and I always look forward to what you have to say. So, thanks everyone! Community is what its all about.

BTW, I will be starting up a new giveaway soon. Not sure what it will be yet, but Im digging through my stuff and also talking to a few people. So, stay tuned.

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Time for a little ‘awwwwwww.’ Three new Nintendogs videos and two new wallpapers.

Videos

Wallpapers

source: neo2046

[Now Playing| YTAG - DS]

Touch Kirby keeps looking cooler and cooler. Famitsu recently reviewed it and game the game a 34/40. Awesome!

Check out some new videos of the game in action:

Touch Kirby Site

[Now Playing| YTAG - DS]

So, I had about an hour to play Yoshi Touch & Go today in class. At first I didnt really understand what to do. Then, I started to see what was going on, but realized that this game is actually challenging. Finally, before I had to go I was able to get the hang of it and I was really digging it.

Ive read a lot of reviews for this game. For some reason, people seem to think this is supposed to be Yoshi’s Island 2. Hello, all you wonderful gaming journalists, this is a puzzle game! And you know what? IGN actually understood this and probably had the best take on the game. Bravo.

Anyway, Ive already been infected by this charmer…while driving home I was seeing little things and wanting to draw circles around them and shoot eggs at them. This game is a breath of fresh air. Its all about the high score. I love it.

Im planning to do a write-up on friday. Until then, check out a few reviews of the game. You can tell who played the game for more than 5 mins:

Joystiq Review Roundup