I just got done chatting with Tyrone Rodriguez of Nicalis fame, and he dropped a little bit of information on me. If you’ve been wondering just how much Cave Story is going to cost you come Monday, get ready to spend 1,200 Nintendo Points. I know a lot of you have been wondering about the price, and now you finally have your answer! $12 for one of the best 2d games I’ve ever played. That sounds like a fair deal to me!

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Thank you, thank you, thank you. Thanks for the Twitter followers , the site readers, the podcast listeners, the forum users, and everyone else! You’re all a fantastic bunch, and I get reminded of that on a weekly basis. Let’s all get together and hang out some time, shall we?! My dreams would be the next place we could meet up, because I’m heading to bed. Last night’s dream had 3 bears trying to eat me (true story). I’d much rather hang out with you guys! See you all in a few, short hours. I’ve been really coming down hard on Metroid: Other M for its voice acting. Some people don’t seem all that bothered by what has been heard in the footage that Nintendo has released, and others seem to be just as fed up as I am. Quite honestly, I think what I heard during my demo session furthers my point even more, but I wasn’t allowed to capture footage from that playtime. I’m hoping some more footage gets released by the Big N soon, as I really want to hear your input on some of the voice work you haven’t heard yet. Following Metroid: Other M, I’ve been on a voice work kick. I’ve been pondering all the games I’ve played that feature horrible voice acting, compared to titles that actually do a good job. Unfortunately, I can think of many more games that don’t cut it. A recent high point, in my opinion, would have to be No More Heroes: Desperate Struggle. I think that game has a great voice cast, with the voice of Travis being the best of all. He delivers his lines with emotion, as well as the appropriate tone. I think that goes so far when building a character. You don’t want to have voice acting in a game, and then have the star of the show voiced by someone that delivers dialog like a robot. Sadly, that seems to be the case for Fragile Dreams. I just had the chance to play a little over an hour’s worth, and I’m already annoyed with the voice work. I think I’ll be switching to Japanese dialog/going text only in my next session…so long as I can do that! Seto, the main character, seems to have learned his line reading from the William Shatner school of acting. There’s only one person that can pull off that type of delivery, and that’s William Shatner. Pausing halfway through a sentence, or sometimes a quarter way through, does not make everything you say more dramatic. It just makes your lines drag, and the delivery completely ruins any feeling the lines have. At least the game itself is very intriguing! I’ve rambled on enough, and I want to make sure I hit the point of this ‘EoD’ thought. I want to hear about your thoughts on voice acting. It can be voice work in games in general, or within specific games. Tell me why I’m wrong about Metroid: Other M, join in with me for NMH:DS, or take the voice work conversation somewhere else. Voice in games can be a fantastic thing, but it truly downgrades a product when the actors are lackluster.

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GoNintendo ‘End of Day’ thoughts - Voice acting in video games

Today seemed like one of those days that just dragged on. I usually think the week goes by rather quickly, but this one is taking its time. I guess I just really want the weekend to be here! Well, I guess the faster I get to bed, the quicker that will happen! I’ll see you guys in a few, short hours. For those that follow the game industry, you’ve come to know multiple developers by name. There was a time when even the most diehard gamer didn’t even know who Miyamoto was. In today’s day and age, names like Miyamoto/Wright/Kojima are synonymous with the business. Those are the developer names that almost every gamer knows. That doesn’t make them any better/worse than any other devs, it just goes to show how far we’ve come when dealing with development recognition. With our heads full of hundreds of developer names, there are most likely a few that always rise to the top of your brain. These are the devs that really strike a chord with you, and somehow always manage to speak to you through their games. The experiences you have while playing through their titles are extremely memorable, causing you to learn every little bit about the guy/girl that you can. Just like authors and directors leave their marks, so do great game devs. Personally, I absolutely love Suda51’s approach to game development. His titles are far from perfect, but you can tell that he and his development team pour their hearts into these games. While the experiences might be a little bit lop-sided, I think the personal touches more than make up for that. Killer 7 and No More Heroes aren’t the best games you’ll ever play, but the unique approach and design elements that Suda sprinkles throughout these games matters much more to me. Do you have a favor developer? If so, leave a comment and let us know who it is. Of course, fill us in on why you love them as well!

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GoNintendo ‘End of Day’ thoughts - Do you have a favorite developer?

What a relaxing night I had. I went and picked up a game, came back to the warehouse and just chilled out with Mom B.. There was some TV watchin, some chit-chatting, and ton of relaxation. I have to make sure I take this approach next week! For now though, it’s on with the regular work schedule! Tonight has ended for me, so I’ll catch you guys in just a few, short hours. Hope you’re all doing well! I have been getting tons of emails about Sony’s GDC 2010 panel concerning Playstation Move. For those that don’t know, Sony has officially given a name to their motion controller setup for the PS3. There’s a Wiimote-like device, as well as a Nunchuk-like device. There’s also a game coming out called Sports Champions that looks a lot like Wii Sports/Wii Sports Resort. The similarities keep rolling in, and Nintendo fans are getting downright fuming over the situation. Some people see these Sony similarities as a positive for Nintendo. This new controller setup for the PS3 has all but confirmed that Nintendo set the motion control trend for this generation. Nintendo alone has made motion controlled gaming a success…so much so that the other hardware companies are pouring millions of dollars into devices that offer motion solutions for their platforms. There’s no doubt that both Sony and Microsoft have seen just how well things worked out for Nintendo, and now those guys want a piece of the motion pie. On the other hand, there are Nintendo fans that can’t believe just how closely Sony is mimicking Nintendo with their motion controller approach. I’m sure the Sony tech will provide a somewhat richer experience, but when it boils down to the nuts and bolts, this is the PS3 Wiimote and Nunchuk solution. There’s a Wii Sports clone in there, and somehow Sony doesn’t seem embarrassed about any of this. You would think that out of sheer respect for the competition, Sony would try to put their own spin on the Wii idea. From what I’ve seen, I really can’t say that Sony went for a brand-new approach, but instead opted for the me-too solution. I’m not trying to say that Sony’s tech doesn’t deserve a shot because it so closely resembles what Nintendo did with the Wii. I’m just, quite frankly, shocked at how little they changed. I guess Sony is doing what they feel is the only way to success and motion-controlled gaming. Now I open up the floor to you guys. You’ve made it very clear that you have opinions on this topic, so hit up the comments section and let loose. Defend Sony, attack Sony…just please keep it civil, and respect your fellow readers!

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GoNintendo ‘End of Day’ thoughts - Wiimote/MotionPlus/Nunchuk Vs. Playstation Move: Your Thoughts

Oh my lord…could you imagine what would happen if this project actually came to be? SEGA and Nintendo working together on a brand-new Sonic outing. We’re not talking spin-offs or anything like that. It would be a real-deal 3d sequel to all the previous Sonic the Hedgehog games. Could Nintendo actually help SEGA to make a game that stands out far, far from the crowd? Article here

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This week is going by pretty fast, don’t you think? I hope it’s all going well for you guys, as things have been pretty smooth over here. I can’t wait until the weekend…I have plenty of games I need to get some time with! Let’s just hope that Thursday goes off without a hitch. I’ll see you guys in a few, short hours. Have a great morning, all! Our friends at Nintendo are so nice to us…so very, very nice. They’ve decided to bestow upon us the first, North American reveal of the Johto region for Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver! I can’t even tell you how excited I am to bring this to you guys and gals. Sure, some of you have seen this info from following the Japanese coverage a few months back, but now you get to see what it’ll be like when you pick up your copy! What exactly do we have for you? How about a map of the Johto region, a look at Team Rocket, and some artwork for the Pokeathlon! I think these are all things you’ll thoroughly enjoy. Enough yapping from me…get to the goodies below! Thanks again to our friends at Nintendo for providing us with these assets. We all truly appreciate it! · Johto Region - Your journey begins in New Bark Town, a small town that also happens to be the home of Professor Elm. When Professor Elm asks you to carry out an important task for him, little do you know that it’s the start of an amazing adventure that will take you to all corners of Johto! You’ll encounter experienced Gym Leaders, incredible locales, scores of Pokémon, and, of course, Team Rocket along the way! · Team Rocket - The nefarious Team Rocket is back! Three years after causing all kinds of trouble in Kanto in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen versions, the unruly organization has moved to the Johto region to continue their criminal ways! It’s evident that Team Rocket is treating Pokémon terribly and using Pokémon to help carry out their illegal deeds. But what is their ultimate goal? You’ll discover their true secrets as you play Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions! · Pokéathlon -The all-new Pokéathlon gives you yet another way for your Pokémon to compete! The Pokéathlon is a series of events that measure the Speed, Power, Skill, Stamina, and Jump abilities of your Pokémon. Most of the Pokéathlon events use the stylus in some way. You’ll need to have sharp wits and a quick hand to succeed in the events!Participate in the events by choosing three suitable Pokémon for each course. Depending on how well you do, you can earn Athlete Points, which can be exchanged for items!

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GoNintendo ‘End of Day’ thoughts - Exclusive reveal: Pokemon HeartGold/SoulSilver’s Johto region!

Video Games | Pach-Attack! | Episode 104 XBox 360 | Playstation 3 | Nintendo Wii Direct link here

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THERE IS NO NEED TO REFRESH THE PAGE. THE LIVE-BLOG WILL AUTOMATICALLY UPDATE. Nintendo 2010 Media Summit

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I can’t tell if my cold is getting better or worse. I think all the ‘yucks’ from my head are draining down into my throat. That’s a good thing, right?! Oh well, enough with the gross talk. I hope you guys are all feeling great and healthy! I’ll see you all in a few, short hours. Cory has some special words to say this week, so I’ll step out of the virtual way and let him get to his message. I think you’ll like what you read. I wanted to take a minute and say thank you to everyone who has enjoyed these comics. They are a joy to make and I’m pleased that they’ve been so well received. I also wanted to make one thing clear regarding “bit and run” — I’ve actually got two volumes of comics written. My plan all along has been to run Vol. 1 from January 1 - March 26 and then take a break and use my free time to prepare for the San Diego Comic-Con (end of July) then begin releasing Vol. 2 from August 6 - October 29, another 3 month run. As much as I’ve loved making Vol 1., Vol. 2 is even better I think. Thanks again to Kevin and GoNintendo for this great partnership! - Cory

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GoNintendo ‘End of Day’ thoughts - Cory Godbey’s ‘bit and run’ #8

“Nintendo Australia is always pushing for games to be released here at the same time as the rest of the world, so we were pleased to get New Super Mario Bros. Wii before anyone else. Unfortunately, due to to the actions of this individual, future release dates may be affected for Australia, which is disappointing for us.” - Nintendo of Australia spokesperson Ouch…that really hurts the Aussie gamers out there. Normally you would chalk a statement like this up to a bluff, but with Nintendo you know that it could be the real deal. This is a real shame…just when Australia was getting things ironed out with their releases. Thanks to Vooks for the heads up! Link

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Software pirates may be screwing up release dates for Australia