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		<title>Nintendo Direct Wii U And 3DS Announcement Wrap-Up</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2015 04:34:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Derek Strickland]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>We breakdown the most exciting announcements of the new Nintendo Direct, including new Amiibos, N64/DS Virtual Console games, Mario Maker and more.</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/04/03/nintendo-direct-wii-u-and-3ds-announcement-wrap-up/">Nintendo Direct Wii U And 3DS Announcement Wrap-Up</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com">VR World</a>.</p>
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				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="762" height="421" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Yoshi-Yarn-Amiibos.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Yoshi Yarn Amiibos" /></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMedqo8mLaQ" target="_blank" rel="lightbox-video-0">April 1st&#8217;s new Nintendo Direct</a> is pretty hefty, and Nintendo has made some pretty sizable announcements throughout the showcase.</p>
<p>Join us as we take a look at the most exciting reveals and highlights from the coverage, including Nintendo 64 and DS games coming to Wii U&#8217;s Virtual Console (finally!) along with new Amiibo waves, a standalone NFC scanner for 3DS and 2DS handhelds, a brand new Animal Crossing and footage from the Shin Megami Tensei x Fire Emblem crossover.</p>
<p><iframe width="1140" height="641" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/IMedqo8mLaQ?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p>Other goodies include a confirmed <em>Mario Maker</em> release date, a poll for future <em>Super Smash Bros</em>. characters, a<em> Splatoon</em> Amiibo three-pack, new portable &#8220;Amiibo cards&#8221;, an amazing new trailer for the 3DS <em>Fire Emblem</em> game, and more.</p>
<p>Without further adieu, let&#8217;s jump right in starting with the Wii U Virtual Console news.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_51417" style="width: 610px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-51417 size-medium" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Wii-U-N64-3DS-Virtual-Console-600x327.png" alt="Wii U N64 3DS Virtual Console" width="600" height="327" /><p class="wp-caption-text">The Wii U&#8217;s Virtual Console presence is getting a much needed expansion with N64 and Nintendo DS games.</p></div>
<h2>Wii U Virtual Console News</h2>
<p>One of the biggest announcements during the showcase was that Nintnedo 64 and DS games are officially coming to the Wii U Virtual Console.</p>
<p>This represents a huge opportunity for the company to expand its beleaguered cross-platform digital service, which is actually quite underwhelming in its current state.</p>
<div id="attachment_51415" style="width: 610px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Wii-U-Nintendo-DS-Emulation.png" rel="lightbox-0"><img class="wp-image-51415 size-medium" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Wii-U-Nintendo-DS-Emulation-600x333.png" alt="Wii U Nintendo DS Emulation" width="600" height="333" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">The Wii U will have a variety of different layout options for both N64 and DS games.</p></div>
<p>But how will Nintendo 64 and DS emulation work with the Wii U Gamepad?</p>
<p>Nintendo will provide a host of dual-screen options for both platforms, so the same screen is mirrored across both the TV and Gamepad. But some games will be different and use your TV as the main screen, allowing the Gamepad or Pro controller to be used as the controller.</p>
<p>Other games will use &#8220;both screens as one connected screen&#8221;, meaning the Gamepad will be an accessory screen rather than simply mirrored.  As for Nintendo DS emulation, users can flip the Wii U Gamepad vertically to simulate the handheld&#8217;s dual-screen layout.</p>
<div id="attachment_51416" style="width: 610px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Wii-U-Virtual-console-Custom-Mapping.png" rel="lightbox-1"><img class="wp-image-51416 size-medium" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Wii-U-Virtual-console-Custom-Mapping-600x325.png" alt="Wii U Virtual console Custom Mapping" width="600" height="325" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Custom button mapping is supported across N64 Virtual Console games.</p></div>
<p>Also Nintendo 64 games on the Virtual Console will let you map your own buttons for customized control schemes, which is a great option considering how different the Gamepad is from the original N64 controller.</p>
<p>The first Virtual Console games will be <em>Super Mario 64</em> and <em>Yoshi&#8217;s Island DS</em> both priced at $10 and are available now on the Wii U&#8217;s Virtual Console shop.</p>
<p>Nintendo 64 games will be priced at $10-12 whereas Nintendo DS games will cost $7-10. But if you already own the games on the Wii&#8217;s Virtual Console and transfer them over to your Wii U, each game will be reduced to $2.</p>
<p>Other Wii U VC games include:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong><em>Yoshi Touch &amp; Go</em> (DS) -</strong> April 9 &#8211; $9.99</li>
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<li><strong><em>WarioWare Touched! </em>(DS)-</strong> April 9 &#8211; $9.9</li>
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<li><strong><em>Donkey Kong 64</em> (N64) -</strong> April 16 &#8211; $9.99</li>
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<li><strong><em>Mario Kart DS</em> (DS)</strong> <strong>-</strong> April 23 &#8211; $9.99</li>
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<li><strong><em>Paper Mario</em> (DS) -</strong> April 30 &#8211; $9.99</li>
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<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/04/03/nintendo-direct-wii-u-and-3ds-announcement-wrap-up/">Nintendo Direct Wii U And 3DS Announcement Wrap-Up</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com">VR World</a>.</p>
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		<title>Zelda Wii U Delayed, Isn&#8217;t Coming in 2015</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2015 22:36:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Derek Strickland]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>We are no longer making a 2015 release our number one priority, says Eiji Aonuma.</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/03/28/zelda-wii-u-delayed-isnt-coming-in-2015/">Zelda Wii U Delayed, Isn&#8217;t Coming in 2015</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com">VR World</a>.</p>
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				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="1280" height="720" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Zelda-WiiU.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Zelda WiiU" /></p><p><strong>UPDATE:</strong> <em>Nintendo has confirmed that the </em>Legend of Zelda<em> Wii U port <a href="https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/581579256704081920" target="_blank">won&#8217;t be showcased at E3 2015</a>.</em></p>
<p><em>Original story is as follows.</em></p>
<p><em>The Legend of Zelda</em> Wii U port has been delayed, and won&#8217;t be releasing in 2015 after all.</p>
<p>The news comes straight from game producer Eiji Aonuma who announced the push back in a <a href="https://youtu.be/7y1VKSVeGD0" target="_blank">recent video update</a>.</p>
<p>Aonuma cites the reason for the delay is that the development team has &#8220;discovered new possibilities for the game&#8221;, and the timeframe constricts on the new content they could add to make <em>Zelda</em> on Wii U the &#8220;complete and ultimate <em>Zelda</em> game&#8221;.</p>
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<blockquote><p><em>&#8220;Since I declared at The Game Awards in December that the game would launch in 2015, the directors and the many members of the development team have been working hard developing the game to make it the best it can be.</em></p>
<p><em>&#8220;In the last three months, as the team has experienced firsthand the freedom of exploration that hasn&#8217;t existed in any Zelda game to date,we have discovered several new possibilities for this game.</em></p>
<p><em>&#8220;As we have worked to turn these possibilities into realities, new ideas have continued to spring forth, and it now feels like we have the potential to create something that exceeds even my own expectations.</em></p>
<p><em>&#8220;As I have watched our development progress, I have come to think that rather than work with meeting a specific schedule as our main objective, and releasing a game that reflects only what we can create within that scheduled time&#8230;</em></p>
<p><em>&#8220;I feel strongly that our focus should be to bring all these ideas to life in a way that will best make The Legend of zelda on Wii U to be the best game it can possibly be.</em></p>
<p><em>&#8220;So, I must apologize to you all that were expecting the game by year&#8217;s end, but we are no longer making a 2015 release our number one priority.</em></p>
<p><em>&#8220;Instead, our priority is to make the most complete and ultimate Zelda game.</em></p>
<p><em>&#8220;I hope to use the added time to make The Legend of Zelda for Wii U into a game that will reward you for your patience, so thank you for your continued support.&#8221;</em></p></blockquote>
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<p>The news comes as a big disappointment to Wii U fans that were looking forward to the game this year, myself included. Some fans even rushed to buy the console after seeing the footage, and will undoubtedly be let down with the news.</p>
<p>The new open-world<em> Legend of Zelda</em> on Wii U represents a huge leap forward for the franchise, and Aonuma showcased an playthrough at The Game Awards 2014 that delved into the game&#8217;s expansive feel.</p>
<p>Seeing how huge the scope is for the game, it&#8217;s not surprising to see it get delayed. Creating and shaping such a substantial game world is no easy feat, and hopefully Aonuma can provided more</p>
<p>Many are speculating that the delay signifies that the new <em>Zelda</em> port will see a release on <a href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/03/17/nintendo-announces-new-platform-called-nx/" target="_blank">Nintendo&#8217;s mysterious new NX console</a>, but the Japanese company hasn&#8217;t revealed anything yet and probably won&#8217;t until 2016.</p>
<p>At least <a href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/03/07/xenoblade-chronicles-x-combat-trailer/" target="_blank"><em>Xenoblade Chronicles X</em></a> is still on schedule for a 2015 release, and we&#8217;ll have <a href="http://splatoon.nintendo.com/" target="_blank"><em>Splatoon</em></a> in May, but the new <em>Zelda</em> was one of this year&#8217;s premiere Wii U titles.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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		<title>Xenoblade Chronicles X Gets New 30 Minute Combat Trailer</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2015 02:00:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Derek Strickland]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Nintendo sheds light on Monolith Soft's masterful J-RPG successor, revealing arts, combos, classes and more.</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/03/07/xenoblade-chronicles-x-combat-trailer/">Xenoblade Chronicles X Gets New 30 Minute Combat Trailer</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com">VR World</a>.</p>
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				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="934" height="508" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Battle-4.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Battle 4" /></p><p>In a very special <em>Xenoblade</em>-themed Nintendo Direct, the Japanese gaming giant showcased a half-hour of straight gameplay footage for the upcoming Wii U exclusive JPRG <a href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/02/07/watch-25-minutes-of-new-xenoblade-chronicles-x-footage/" target="_blank"><em>Xenoblade Chronicles X</em></a>.</p>
<p><iframe width="1140" height="641" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BC3-jRemdPU?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p>The footage gives a delightful overview the RPG&#8217;s expansive battle system, which is a real-time action-based active system very much akin to the combat mechanics found in the original <em>Xenoblade Chronicles</em> on Wii.</p>
<p>Fighting sequences are pretty immersive, painting a distinct picture of being able to drop in and out of combat within the game&#8217;s wide-scaled environments. The UI is sleek and MMO-like, featuring a hotbar with various abilities balanced out by active cooldowns, as well as a dynamic party-based system for strategic and tactical battles.</p>

<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Battle-5.png' rel="lightbox[gallery-0]"><img width="750" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Battle-5-750x420.png" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Battle 5" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Battle-4.png' rel="lightbox[gallery-0]"><img width="750" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Battle-4-750x420.png" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Battle 4" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Battle-3.png' rel="lightbox[gallery-0]"><img width="750" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Battle-3-750x420.png" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Battle 3" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Battle.png' rel="lightbox[gallery-0]"><img width="750" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Battle-750x420.png" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Battle" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Battle-6.png' rel="lightbox[gallery-0]"><img width="750" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Battle-6-750x420.png" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Battle 6" /></a>
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<p>Combat will be fluid and different characters will have &#8220;Arts&#8221; (as <a href="http://gamingbolt.com/this-is-what-combat-will-be-like-in-wii-u-exclusive-xenoblade-chronicles-x" target="_blank"><em>Gamingbolt</em></a> notes these are very similar to Monado Arts featured in the first game) which are color-coded skillsets determined by various battle stances and techniques. There are four different kinds of arts: fighting, shooting, support and weakening.</p>
<p>Combos are an important part of combat, and you&#8217;ll be able to thread together attacks between various party members for spectacular high-damage finishing moves.</p>
<p>Plus every character has a sort of Limit Break-like Super Saiyan-esque boosted-damage status called an &#8220;Overclock&#8221;, which can raise damage output and unlock various other abilities.</p>
<p><a href="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Class-Change.png" rel="lightbox-0"><img class=" size-medium wp-image-49257 aligncenter" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Class-Change-600x322.png" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Class Change" width="600" height="322" /></a></p>
<p>Apart from combat sequences, the new 30 minute video gives us a decent glimpse at <em>Xenoblade Chronicles X</em>&#8216;s class change system, and gamers can expect to see a multitude of different jobs and classes each with their own set of unique roles and abilities.</p>
<p>Nintendo still hasn&#8217;t revealed a release date for North America and Europe, and hopefully we&#8217;ll hear something on that account soon. I don&#8217;t know about you but I&#8217;m incredibly hyped for this game, and it looks to be a strong contender for 2015&#8217;s best RPG of the year.</p>
<p>Since were betting some of you don&#8217;t speak Japanese, <a href="https://twitter.com/Cheesemeister3k" target="_blank">Cheesemeister3k</a> translated some of the more important facts from the video:</p>
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<li>Last time, we introduced Planet Mira. This time, we’ll explain the battle system. Tatsu can’t battle, so has to stay at home.</li>
</ul>
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<li>You’d be in trouble without Tatsu. Need info? Ask him. You won’t get any info without him. He’ll keep things going smoothly.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Now introducing beasts near NLA (New Los Angeles). Switch between sword and gun for simple attacks, activated by auto attack.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>More advanced techniques are called arts. They’re categorized into fighting, shooting, support, and weakening arts.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Be careful when using arts: you have to wait a certain amount of time before you’re allowed to recast the same art.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>It’s important to balance usage of auto attack and arts. Soul Voice lets you communicate with your party to use specified arts.</li>
<li>Soul Voice settings let you plan out strategies in advance of battle. The characters will use the ones you select<br />
Combos increase damage. Learn arts to generate combos. Doing a combo will let you deal 1.5x damage. Hit from behind.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Shooting from above or below will increase your accuracy. You can target parts of an enemy to break defenses piece by piece.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Double recast, waiting for the recast meter to refill a second time after becoming available again, will boost arts strength.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>You can bring your fallen party members back by resuscitating them. You can use auto attack while waiting for double recast.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Overclock Gear reduces recast waiting times. Using the same arts consecutively ups damage. Triple recast is stronger still.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Enemy Icons display their level, other info. An eye indicates visual search. A bolt means seismic sensitivity (tread lightly).</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Enemies with a circle around the eye icon hunt in packs, and will call others when they see you.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Equipment. Weapons come in melee and shooting varieties. Armor: helmets, body armor, left arm, right arm, and leg armor.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>As you use weapons and armor, the supplying company will develop new equipment products for you.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Equipment slots allow you to customize your weapons and armor with stat-modifying items.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Leveling up. Gain experience not just from battle, but by finding treasure, etc. Unlocked the arts in your class to open more.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Choose which class and set of arts to unlock and change to.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>You can form teams of 4 characters. Here’s Ilina. Guin has youthful strength. Doug uses heavy equipment, and is kind.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>This is Lao. Many characters will surprise you with what they bring to battles.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>How are you supposed to fight this big robot? Use your battle skills to win. There’s another weapon at your disposal: dolls.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Next presentation will be about Dolls</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Xenoblade Chronicles X World Areas, Customizations And More Revealed</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Monolith Soft lays on the hype with a smorgasboard of new tantalizing screenshots, videos and info on one of 2015's most anticipated RPG's.</p>
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				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="740" height="450" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-1.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Character 1" /></p><p>Monolith Soft has released a hefty amount of new <em>Xenoblade Chronicles X</em> info on the game&#8217;s <a href="http://xenobladex.jp/" target="_blank">official Japanese website</a>, revealing a bunch of new pictures of New Los Angeles, the planet Mira, characters, quest arcs&#8230;and much more.</p>
<p>As <em>Xenoblade Chronicles X</em> is one of the most anticipated games of the year, any little scrap of info is enough to send nerds like myself into a hype-fueled flurry of excitement.</p>
<p>But once again Japan has one-upped the Western world&#8217;s style of teasers by unleashing a volley of new tantalizing images and info on the game, painting a clearer picture of Monolith Soft&#8217;s new magnum opus.</p>
<p>First off let&#8217;s take a look at character creation options.</p>
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<h2>Character Creation &amp; Customization</h2>
<p>Monolith Soft affirms that players will have the chance to create their own specific &#8220;Avatars&#8221; by customizing various staple features like eye color, skin color, height, hair color/style and more.</p>
<p>Players will also be able to customize their Avatar&#8217;s voice, and the website has a nice little preview of <a href="http://xenobladex.jp/character/avatar.html" target="_blank">audio voice samples</a> across both male and female heroes.</p>
<p>The character page has also been updated with in-depth dossiers on <em>Xenoblade Chronicles X</em>&#8216;s in-game cast, which we have listed below.</p>
<p>Note that the descriptions are based on loose Japanese-to-English translations, and this probably isn&#8217;t the full list of characters.</p>
<p><a href="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Character-List.png" rel="lightbox-0"><img class=" size-medium wp-image-47124 aligncenter" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Character-List-600x60.png" alt="Xenoblade Character List" width="600" height="60" /></a></p>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://xenobladex.jp/character/chara01.html" target="_blank">Elma</a> &#8211; BLADE leader, known for her calm and insightful judgement while in and out of battle.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://xenobladex.jp/character/chara02.html" target="_blank">Lynlee</a> &#8211; As a genius engineer, Lynlee serves as an invaluable mechanic for the BLADE outfit.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://xenobladex.jp/character/chara03.html" target="_blank">Tatsu</a> &#8211; Appears to be a quirky alien indigenous to the planet Mira, very cheerful and has an innocent demeanor.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://xenobladex.jp/character/chara04.html" target="_blank">Van Damme</a> &#8211; BLADE commander who served as a chief engineer for the interstellar immigrant ship Moby Dick and leads the expedition forces on the planet Mira.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://xenobladex.jp/character/chara05.html" target="_blank">Irina</a> &#8211; Dedicated blade operative, known for her skills in the previous Doll Corps outfit.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://xenobladex.jp/character/chara06.html" target="_blank">Guin</a> &#8211; Young devout fighter who served in the Doll Corps alongside Elma and Irina.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://xenobladex.jp/character/chara07.html" target="_blank">Nagi</a> &#8211; Served as the captain of the crash-landed Moby Dick interstellar ship, currently serves as a high-ranking military executive on New Los Angeles.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://xenobladex.jp/character/chara08.html" target="_blank">Maurice</a> &#8211; Appears to be the president or administrative politician on New Los Angeles, acting as a chief member of the bureaucracy for the new frontier.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://xenobladex.jp/character/avatar.html" target="_blank">Player Character (Avatar)</a></li>
</ul>

<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-5.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-1]"><img width="740" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-5-740x420.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Character 5" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-4.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-1]"><img width="740" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-4-740x420.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Character 4" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-3.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-1]"><img width="740" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-3-740x420.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Character 3" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-2.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-1]"><img width="740" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-2-740x420.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Character 2" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-1.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-1]"><img width="740" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-1-740x420.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Character 1" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-7.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-1]"><img width="740" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-7-740x420.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Character 7" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-6.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-1]"><img width="740" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-6-740x420.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Character 6" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-8.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-1]"><img width="740" height="420" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Character-8-740x420.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Character 8" /></a>

<h2>Planet Mira</h2>
<p>Now let&#8217;s take a look at the game&#8217;s major fantasy world, Planet Mira. The planet is separated into five distinct major continental zones: the Forgotten Canyon, White Tree Continent, the Luminous Forest, the Black Steel Continent, and finally the Primal Wilderness.</p>
<p>In an effort to colonize offworld zones, Earth sent off the interstellar transport ship called the Moby Dick to look for prime life-sustaining planets.</p>
<p>The Moby Dick soon crash landed upon one such planet, Mira, and after two months, formed New Los Angeles (NLA) which served as the bastion of humanity in the foreign world.</p>
<p><a href="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_field02_01.png" rel="lightbox-1"><img class=" size-medium wp-image-47107 aligncenter" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_field02_01-597x600.png" alt="img_field02_01" width="597" height="600" /></a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Throughout their journey, players will explore Mira&#8217;s five regions in full open-world style, coming across a number of fantastic and sci-fi creatures along the way.</p>
<p>According to the brief introduction, players will be able to &#8220;seamlessly&#8221; traverse the world of Mira, hopping from continent to continent as they progress through the storyline.</p>

<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-17.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-17.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 17" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-18.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-18.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 18" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-16.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-16.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 16" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-15.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-15.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 15" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-14.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-14.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 14" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-9.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-9.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 9" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-10.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-10.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 10" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-11.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-11.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 11" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-12.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-12.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 12" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-13.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-13.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 13" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-8.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-8.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 8" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-7.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-7.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 7" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-6.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-6.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 6" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-5.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-5.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 5" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-4.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-4.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 4" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-2.jpg' rel="lightbox[gallery-2]"><img width="710" height="399" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-Field-2.jpg" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X Field 2" /></a>
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<p>The areas themselves are so incredibly bizarre and truly bring a sense of pure sci-fi mastery, melding wonder, splendor and curiosity together to breathe life into yet another world that&#8217;s rife with amazing style.</p>
<p>The sheer scope and &#8220;otherworldliness&#8221; of the planet says volumes about the game itself, and remains one of my most anticipated desires: I can&#8217;t wait to roam and carouse the regions, basking in their titanic strangeness and take in their weird alien vistas complimented with towering tentacled monstrosities and other alien flora and fauna.</p>
<h2>New Los Angeles &#8211; The Hub of Humanity</h2>
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<p>New Los Angeles (NLA) is a city-state that acts as the major hub for human life on Mira, and is the headquarters for the BLADE military operation that protects the colony from on-world dangers.</p>
<p>NLW is actually the residential area from the first Moby Dick ship transplanted into the world itself, making it quite symbolic, and the city spearheads all efforts to cultivate the alien planet to make it a &#8220;second Earth&#8221;.</p>

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<p>The techno-industrial futuristic city is sectioned off into four different areas: the BLADE area, industrial area, commercial area and residential area.</p>
<p>But NLA isn&#8217;t just about high-tech machines, ships and military outfits: it has a stylish side with tropical palm trees and sun-lit squares that emulate the upscale city on Earth, making it quite appealing. NLA also features beautiful gardens and parks that are perfect for evening strolls, designed to make colonists feel right at home.</p>
<p>Players will be able to visit these areas at their leisure, and possibly do some shopping here and there on their days off.</p>
<p><a href="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-BLADE.png" rel="lightbox-2"><img class=" size-medium wp-image-47113 aligncenter" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-BLADE-600x315.png" alt="Xenoblade BLADE" width="600" height="315" /></a></p>
<h2>BLADE and the Eight Factions</h2>
<p>BLADE is the primary military faction in <em>Xenoblade Chronicles X</em> that&#8217;s charged with protecting the citizens of New Los Angeles and spearheading the frontier efforts for the planet.</p>
<p>BLADE operatives are thrust into the most dangerous and hazardous missions in order to secure zones as well as explore and scout out various regions of Mira&#8217;s five continents. Military officials are charged with taking on hostile alien forces in direct combat encounters, while collecting information and key supplies along the way.</p>

<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/BLADE.png' rel="lightbox[gallery-4]"><img width="380" height="222" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/BLADE.png" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="BLADE" /></a>
<a href='http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/BLADE2.png' rel="lightbox[gallery-4]"><img width="380" height="222" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/BLADE2.png" class="attachment-vw_medium" alt="BLADE2" /></a>
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<p>Members of the elite military task force also have to search Mira for &#8220;life points&#8221;, a sort of ethereal life force/essence, which might be the key in resurrecting or sustaining part of New Los Angeles&#8217; populace that remains &#8220;asleep&#8221;.</p>
<p>The translations are a bit iffy, but it looks like a portion of the Moby Dick&#8217;s immigrants have been placed in a type of suspended slumber (possibly a sort of death state) and can only be brought back with &#8220;life points&#8221;.</p>
<p><a href="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/BLADE-Factions.png" rel="lightbox-3"><img class=" size-medium wp-image-47117 aligncenter" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/BLADE-Factions-452x600.png" alt="BLADE Factions" width="452" height="600" /></a></p>
<p>BLADE has eight distinct Unions (or departments, sort of like guilds) that players can affiliate themselves with throughout the game.</p>
<p>Every Union has its own unique line of quests and missions, and completing them earns players a &#8220;Union point&#8221; which can be spent in ranking up their standing in the particular faction.</p>
<p>One of the main benefits of choosing a Union is that you get &#8220;Union support&#8221;, which could possibly be various upgrades like weapons and armor, or perhaps a specific skill increase.</p>
<p>Additionally you&#8217;ll be able to change your Union affiliation within the game, and you&#8217;re free to choose any Union you like.</p>
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<h2>Quests</h2>
<p>Xenoblade Chronicles X will feature a number of different quest arcs similar to any open-world RPG, including main story quests and side quests.</p>
<p>The Japanese site also mentions something called &#8220;Kizuna Quests&#8221;, which the translations roughly say are &#8220;made in the wake of new encounter&#8221;. These could be found peppered across Mira, outside of the fortress-city of New Los Angeles.</p>
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<p>Additionally the site shows off the in-game mini-map which looks pretty amazingly dynamic. And if you ever get lost in the game, you can call upon a magical &#8220;navigation ball&#8221; that points you in the right direction, leading you to items and quest locations.</p>
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<p>Last but not least, we have a new batch of <em>Xenoblade Chronicles X</em> artwork for you to feast your eyes on. Check below for some glorious sci-fi paintings!</p>
<p>And if you can&#8217;t get enough <em>Xenoblade</em>, check out <a href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/02/07/watch-25-minutes-of-new-xenoblade-chronicles-x-footage/" target="_blank">25 minutes of in-game footage</a> that showcases off Monolith Soft&#8217;s RPG mastery in action. Even if you&#8217;ve already seen it, it&#8217;s good for another view (or another twenty).</p>

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		<title>Xenoblade Chronicles X Japanese Box Art Revealed</title>
		<link>http://www.vrworld.com/2015/02/08/xenoblade-chronicles-x-box-art/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2015 04:55:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Derek Strickland]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Spoilers: it's amazing.</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/02/08/xenoblade-chronicles-x-box-art/">Xenoblade Chronicles X Japanese Box Art Revealed</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com">VR World</a>.</p>
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				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="1006" height="725" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Xenoblade-Chronicles-X-cover-art.png" class="attachment-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Xenoblade Chronicles X cover art" /></p><p>Being a gamer in the West pretty much means we miss out on a lot.</p>
<p>Whether it&#8217;s overseas exclusives like <a href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/01/27/dragons-dogma-online-japan-exclusive/" target="_blank"><em>Dragon&#8217;s Dogma Online</em></a>, first crack at multi-region games, or incredibly detailed cover art, Japanese gamers often have it made.</p>
<p>And the new <em>Xenoblade</em> cover art just rubs it in even more.</p>
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<p>A new listing on <a href="http://www.amazon.co.jp/%E4%BB%BB%E5%A4%A9%E5%A0%82-XenobladeX-%E3%82%BC%E3%83%8E%E3%83%96%E3%83%AC%E3%82%A4%E3%83%89%E3%82%AF%E3%83%AD%E3%82%B9/dp/B00S66U3HU/?&amp;tag=rnwap-20" target="_blank"><em>Amazon Japan</em></a> shows the overseas box art for <em>Xenoblade Chronicles X</em> in all of its supra-sci-fi Gundam-y glory.</p>
<p>As far as epic covers go, this is yet another staple to add in Japan&#8217;s already ample library of amazing video game box art.</p>
<p>Could we see this titanic masterpiece make its way West this year? Or is this cover destined to be yet another expensive collector&#8217;s item?</p>
<p>Only time will tell, but Japan will get their hands on Monolith Soft&#8217;s sci-fantasy epic in April whereas the rest of the gaming world will have to wait for an official 2015 release date.</p>
<p><iframe width="1140" height="641" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/videoseries?list=PLMlGVyMf47PEi7snnThBpiWb6GeSGg1e2" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p>Also just in case you missed it, check out our glimpse at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tpzCdnCFNM&amp;list=PLMlGVyMf47PEi7snnThBpiWb6GeSGg1e2" target="_blank">25 minutes of <em>Xenoblade Chronicles X</em> gameplay footage</a> below. It showcases battles, New Los Angeles, and much more.</p>
<p>And don&#8217;t forget to drop by <a href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/02/07/watch-25-minutes-of-new-xenoblade-chronicles-x-footage/" target="_blank">our <em>Xenoblade Chronicles X</em> coverage</a> for more info on the Wii U exclusive, including install size, peripheral support, and even the Japanese exclusive Wii U bundle.</p>

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		<title>Nintendo Club Discontinued To Make Way For New Rewards Program</title>
		<link>http://www.vrworld.com/2015/01/20/nintendo-club-discontinued-make-way-new-rewards-program/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2015 12:23:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Derek Strickland]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>The Nintendo Club is closing down to make way for a newer, better rewards system.</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/01/20/nintendo-club-discontinued-make-way-new-rewards-program/">Nintendo Club Discontinued To Make Way For New Rewards Program</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com">VR World</a>.</p>
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				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="400" height="300" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Club-Nintendo.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Club Nintendo" /></p><p>For the past six years Nintendo has rewarded its fans with a one-of-a-kind loyalty program. With the <a href="https://club.nintendo.com/" target="_blank">Nintendo Club</a> millions of fans collected coins just like Mario to spend on special rewards.</p>
<p>The best part about it was that anyone could be a member, and that you get coins with every Nintendo purchase, from 3DS and Wii U games to consoles.</p>
<p>Sadly Nintendo will be <a href="http://club2.nintendo.com/program-notice/" target="_blank">discontinuing the Nintendo Club</a>, and as of July 1, 2015, all of your hard-earned coins will be wiped clean.</p>
<p>Below we have a schedule that reveals the cut-off date for registration, coin redemption, and more.</p>
<h2>Club Nintendo program discontinuation schedule</h2>
<p><strong>1/20/2015</strong> Products released after this date are not eligible for registration with Club Nintendo</p>
<p><strong>3/31/2015</strong> Last day to earn Coins, register products with Club Nintendo, and sign up for new Club Nintendo membership</p>
<p><strong>6/30/2015</strong> Last day to redeem Coins or access your account on the Club Nintendo website. Club Nintendo program shuts down at 11:59pm PT on 6/30/2015.</p>
<p><a href="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Nintendo-Club.jpg" rel="lightbox-0"><img class="aligncenter wp-image-45642 size-full" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Nintendo-Club.jpg" alt="Nintendo Club" width="983" height="489" /></a></p>
<p>Be aware that you have to register any Club Nintendo PIN&#8217;s by March 31, 2015 regardless if the particular code is past that date. So let&#8217;s say your code expires in August 2015, you won&#8217;t earn the coins if you don&#8217;t redeem it by the cut-off date in March.</p>
<p>To  make sure you spend all of your existing coins Nintendo plans to add &#8220;dozens of downloadable games and a limited quantity of exclusive reward items&#8221; starting in February. Also as a token of appreciation, the company is <a href="http://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/13988/p/52" target="_blank">giving all club members a free copy of <em>Flipnote Studio 3D</em></a>.</p>
<p>What if you&#8217;re an Elite or Gold member? Nintendo affirms that your free Elite gift will be delivered sometime this April, and more info will be posted <a href="http://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/2275/p/52" target="_blank">here</a> when it&#8217;s announced.</p>
<p>But all is not lost: Nintendo plans to continue their rewards structure with a brand new loyalty program.</p>
<p>The new program is likely timed with the <a href="http://www.vrworld.com/2015/01/14/nintendos-new-3ds-xl-handheld-coming-u-s-february/" target="_blank">announcement of Nintendo&#8217;s New 3DS models</a> that are set to release in North America and Europe on Feb. 13.</p>
<p>Unfortunately it appears that old Nintendo Club codes might not earn coins in the new rewards club, so the codes found in older 3DS games probably won&#8217;t carry over.</p>
<p>I for one hope Nintendo devises a way to let older Nintendo Club codes work with the new program. It&#8217;s not very fair if a gamer buys a new copy of <em>Pokemon Alpha Sapphire</em> and isn&#8217;t able to use the PIN to get rewards.</p>
<p>Another interesting prospect is the possibility of Amiibos earning coins in the new rewards program, which would give gamers even more incentives to pick them up.</p>
<p>For more information on the discontinuation on the Nintendo Club check out <a href="http://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/13913/p/52" target="_blank">this FAQ</a>.</p>
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		<title>Zelda Wii U Gets New Gameplay Demo, Coming 2015</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2014 06:03:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Derek Strickland]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Nintendo takes aim at 2015 for their next open-world Zelda adventure.</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com/2014/12/05/zelda-wii-u-gets-new-gameplay-demo-coming-2015/">Zelda Wii U Gets New Gameplay Demo, Coming 2015</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com">VR World</a>.</p>
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				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="1280" height="720" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Zelda-WiiU.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Zelda WiiU" /></p><p>At the inagural The Game Awards, Nintendo&#8217;s Eiji Aonuma and Shigeru Miyamoto showcased a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjWz1hvkDsQ" target="_blank" rel="lightbox-video-0">brand new gameplay demo</a> for the new <em>Legend of Zelda</em> game on Wii U.</p>
<p>Originally announced at E3 2013, <em>Zelda</em> Wii U features a dynamic open-world depiction of Hyrule, taking on a more epic grand-fantasy type of feel. Players will be able to explore the massive in-game world and interact with the environment in new ways, and experience new dynamic combat mechanics to boot.</p>
<p><iframe width="1140" height="641" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wjWz1hvkDsQ?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p>The new gameplay demo takes place in real-time and highlights a number of pretty interesting never-before-seen features including new modes of transporation like the sailcloth.</p>
<p>The sailcloth is straight out of <em>Skyward Sword</em> and is very much akin to a hang glider, letting Link fly through the air and seamlessly travel after jumping off high precipices.</p>
<p>Epona makes her triumphant return as well, and serves as the primary method of travel in Hyrule. While riding Epona players won&#8217;t have to worry about running into trees or obstacles as the game automatically avoids them to give a more &#8220;natural&#8221; feel.</p>
<div id="attachment_42778" style="width: 778px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Zelda-Wii-U-2.jpg" rel="lightbox-0"><img class="wp-image-42778 size-full" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Zelda-Wii-U-2.jpg" alt="Zelda Wii U 2" width="768" height="422" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Link can vault off of Epona&#8217;s back and shoot arrows in slow-mo while in the air, adding a new layer of depth to combat.</p></div>
<p>The gameplay footage depicts control of Epona as easy and fluid, and at one point Aonuma remarks that players will barely have to press the Wii U gamepad to move her. This frees up your hands to do a variety of things like scouting the region by changing the view, or even plotting your course on the map via the Wii U gamepad.</p>
<p>Link can also engage in combat while on horseback, including swinging a sword and shooting arrows. Our stalwart elfin hero can also vault off Epona&#8217;s back in a spectacular flip and fire arrows at enemies while he&#8217;s in the air.</p>
<p>The game goes into slow-mo when vaulting off horseback to give you time to aim, making combat engaging and rather stylish.</p>
<div id="attachment_42777" style="width: 776px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Zelda-Wii-U.jpg" rel="lightbox-1"><img class="wp-image-42777 size-full" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Zelda-Wii-U.jpg" alt="Zelda Wii U" width="766" height="420" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Zelda Wii U uses the gamepads innovative touchscreen as a second-screen map, letting gamers plot waypoints and check their location at any time.</p></div>
<p>Using a spyscope Link can scout his surroundings and look for interesting areas. Even here Nintendo innovation shines through, as gamers can use the Wii U gamepad&#8217;s gyroscope to move the lens around.</p>
<p><em>Zelda</em> Wii U&#8217;s map system is also incredibly dynamic.</p>
<p>Utilizing the Wii U gamepad&#8217;s touch interface, players can plot their own waypoints and zoom in and out of regions on a whim. Aonuma remarks that the game world is pretty massive, and that it&#8217;d take Link a long time to traverse Hyrule on foot.</p>
<p>There&#8217;s a number of little features that bring new depth to the in-game world as well: Miyamoto spotted some insects writhing on a rock while Link rode by on Epona, as well as some apples in the trees. Aonuma reveals that Link can &#8220;pick and eat&#8221; these apples, and we might even be able to hunt the animals as well.</p>
<div id="attachment_42779" style="width: 775px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Zelda-Wii-U-3.jpg" rel="lightbox-2"><img class="wp-image-42779 size-full" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Zelda-Wii-U-3.jpg" alt="Zelda Wii U 3" width="765" height="415" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Thanks to the dynamic weather and time effects, players will come across some pretty immersive vistas throughout Hyrule.</p></div>
<p>Although the gameplay trailer clocks in at a brief four minutes, it shows a wealth about Link&#8217;s new journey. The in-game world is spectacularly dynamic, filled to the brim with natural effects, flora and fauna, and region-specific environments like wooded hinterlands and sunny lakes.</p>
<p>And there&#8217;s breathtaking vistas that look right at home in games like <em>Skyrim</em>.</p>
<p><em>Zelda</em> Wii U is currently slated for a release <strong>sometime in 2015</strong>, and Aonuma affirms that &#8220;all of the staff members are working together and doing their best&#8221;.</p>
<p>At the closing of the footage, Miyamoto reveals that his new Star Fox Wii U title will be released in 2015 as well&#8211;actually <em>before</em> the <em>Zelda</em> Wii U release.</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com/2014/12/05/zelda-wii-u-gets-new-gameplay-demo-coming-2015/">Zelda Wii U Gets New Gameplay Demo, Coming 2015</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com">VR World</a>.</p>
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		<title>GameStop&#039;s Cyber Monday Deals Revealed, Lasts All Week</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2014 15:47:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Derek Strickland]]></dc:creator>
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				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img width="962" height="528" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/GameSTop-Cyber-Monday.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="GameSTop Cyber Monday" /></p><p>Traditionally &#8220;Cyber Monday&#8221; is a one-day online extension of Black Friday&#8217;s sales extravaganza that offers consumers one last chance to pick up the hottest deals at discounted rates.</p>
<p>But GameStop has broken this tradition by extending <a href="http://www.gamestop.com/collection/cyber-monday" target="_blank">their Cyber Monday deals</a> across the entire week, slashing prices on console bundles, games, accessories and more.</p>
<p>Notable offerings include the continuation of the <em>Assassin&#8217;s Creed: Unity</em> Xbox One bundle for $329, the $399 <em>GTA V</em> &amp; <em>The Last of Us: Remastered</em> PS4 bundle, and the <em>Super Mario 3D World</em> Wii U Bundle for $299.</p>
<p><a href="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/GameStop-CyberMonday.png" rel="lightbox-0"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-42529" src="http://cdn.vrworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/GameStop-CyberMonday.png" alt="GameStop CyberMonday" width="956" height="574" /></a></p>
<p>Online only deals include an amazing deal on Polk&#8217;s Xbox One 4-Shot gaming headset for just $60, <em>Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor</em> for $30, <em>Dark Souls II</em> on Xbox 360 or PS3 for just $10, a Buy 2 Get 1 Free deal on all used games and accessories under $20.</p>
<p>You can also get a PC download of <em>Borderlands 2</em> for just $3, and a 32GB PS Vita Memory Card for just $39.99. Oh and there&#8217;s a Nexus 7 32GB tablet priced at $59.99&#8211;might be an error, but in case it isn&#8217;t be sure to jump on it asap.</p>
<p>Below we have a breakdown on some great deals from the sale, and if you don&#8217;t see what you&#8217;re looking for below be sure to scan GameStop&#8217;s <a href="http://www.gamestop.com/collection/cyber-monday" target="_blank">official Cyber Monday deals page</a>.</p>
<h1>Online Only</h1>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-one/consoles/xbox-one-limited-edition-call-of-duty-advanced-warfare-bundle/116395" target="_blank"><em>Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare</em> Xbox One Bundle</a> &#8211; $429</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-one/consoles/xbox-one-assassins-creed-unity-bundle/117548" target="_blank">Xbox One <em>Assassin&#8217;s Creed: Unity</em> Bundle</a> &#8211; $329</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-one/accessories/xbox-one-4-shot-gaming-headset-black/111577" target="_blank">Xbox One 4 Shot Gaming Headset</a> &#8211; $59.99 ($100 off)</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-one/accessories/xbox-one-wireless-controller/110093" target="_blank">Xbox One Wireless Controller</a> &#8211; $44.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/accessories/kingston-hyperx-cloud-gaming-headset/116201" target="_blank">Kingston HyperCouldX PS4/PC Gaming Headset</a> &#8211; $59.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/accessories/gamestergear-cruiser-xb200-i-gaming-headset/117239" target="_blank">Gamester Gear Cruiser XB200-I Xbox Gaming Headset</a> &#8211; $29.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-360/consoles/xbox-360-500gb-console-holiday-value-bundle/117142" target="_blank">Xbox 360 500GB Holiday Value Bundle</a> (<em>CoD: Ghosts &amp; CoD: Black Ops II</em>) &#8211; $199</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><em><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-360/games/madden-nfl-15/113711" target="_blank">Madden NFL 15</a> </em>- (Xbox 360 &amp; PS3) $29.99, (PS4 &amp; Xbox One) $39.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-360/games/borderlands-the-pre-sequel/114501" target="_blank"><em>Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel</em> </a>- $39.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/pc/games/borderlands-2/92828" target="_blank"><em>Borderlands 2 (PC download)</em></a> &#8211; $2.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-360/games/wwe-2k15/115209" target="_blank"><em>WWE2K15</em></a> &#8211; $39.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-360/games/nba-2k15/114926" target="_blank"><em>NBA 2k15</em> </a>- $39.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps4/games/middle-earth-shadow-of-mordor/113630" target="_blank"><em>Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor</em> </a>(PS4, Xbox One) &#8211; $29.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps4/games/lords-of-the-fallen/114141" target="_blank"><em>Lords of the Fallen</em></a> &#8211; $39.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-360/games/alien-isolation/114146" target="_blank"><em>Alien: Isolation</em></a> &#8211; $39.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps4/games/fifa-15/115355" target="_blank"><em>FIFA 15</em></a> &#8211; $39.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps4/games/mlb-14-the-show/112614" target="_blank"><em>MLB 14: The Show</em></a> &#8211; $19.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps3/dlc/grand-theft-auto-online-the-great-white-shark-cash-card/113413" target="_blank"><em>GTA Online</em> Great White Shark Cash Card</a> &#8211; $10</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><em><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps4/games/walking-dead-the-complete-first-season/114757" target="_blank">The Walking Dead; Complete First Season </a></em>- $19.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps4/games/sleeping-dogs-definitive-edition/116403" target="_blank"><em>Sleeping Dogs: Definitive Edition</em></a> &#8211; $29.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps4/games/infamous-second-son/109954" target="_blank"><em>Infamous Second Son</em></a> &#8211; $19.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps4/games/tomb-raider-definitive-edition/113246" target="_blank"><em>Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition</em></a> &#8211; $19.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps3/games/final-fantasy-x-x2-hd/110038" target="_blank"><em>Final Fantasy X, X-2 HD Remaster</em></a> -(PS Vita, PS3) &#8211; $19.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps3/games/lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii/110480" target="_blank"><em>FFXIII: Lightning Returns</em></a> &#8211; $19.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps-vita/accessories/32gb-playstation-vita-memory-card/98472" target="_blank">32 GB PS Vita Memory Card </a>- $39.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/android/tablets/nexus-7-32gb-2012/108154" target="_blank">Nexus 7 32GB Tablet (Pre-Owned)</a>- $59.99</li>
</ul>
<h1>In-Store</h1>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/accessories/elgato-game-capture-hd60/117842" target="_blank">Elgato Game Capture HD (Xbox One, PS4, Xbox 360, PS3, Wii U, PC)</a> &#8211;  $149</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-360/accessories/xbox-360-hard-drive-60gb-gs-refurb/72158" target="_blank">60GB Xbox 360 HDD (Refurbished)</a> &#8211; $14.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-360/accessories/xbox-360-wireless-controller/40647" target="_blank">Xbox 360 Wireless Controller </a>(pre-owned) &#8211; $30</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/elect/electronics/google-chromecast-hdmi-streaming-media-player/114901" target="_blank">Google Chromecast</a> &#8211; $25</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/pc/games/diablo-iii/76157" target="_blank"><em>Diablo III for PC</em> </a>- $19.99</li>
</ul>
<h1>Bundles</h1>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps4/accessories/playstation-tv-system-bundle/115549" target="_blank">PlayStation TV System Bundle</a> &#8211; $99.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps4/consoles/playstation-4-500gb-system-black-friday-bundle-with-grand-theft-auto-v-and-the-last-of-us-remastered/118074" target="_blank">PS4 Bundle With <em>GTA V</em> and <em>The Last of Us: Remastered</em></a> &#8211; $399</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/wii-u/consoles/super-mario-3d-world-wii-u-32gb-deluxe-console/117284" target="_blank"><em>Super Mario 3D World</em> 32GB Wii U Bundle</a> &#8211; $299</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/wii-u/consoles/super-mario-3d-world-wii-u-32gb-deluxe-console-super-smash-bros-bundle/118798" target="_blank"><em>Super Mario 3D World</em> 32GB Wii U Console + <em>Super Smash Bros.</em> Bundle</a> &#8211; $399</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/collection/bundles" target="_blank"><strong>More Bundles&#8230;</strong></a></p>
<h1>Blast From the Past Bundles</h1>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/wii/consoles/nintendo-wii-holiday-blast-from-the-past-system-bundle/118985" target="_blank">Wii Blast From the Past Refurbished Bundle</a> &#8211; Includes 5 games (pre-owned) $89.99</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-360/consoles/xbox-360-20gb-refurbished-blast-from-the-past-system-bundle/118773" target="_blank">Xbox 360 20GB Blast From the Past Refurbished Bundle</a> &#8211; Includes 5 games (pre-owned) &#8211; $129</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-360/consoles/xbox-360-s-250gb-refurbished-blast-from-the-past-system-bundle/114496" target="_blank">Xbox 360 250GB (Model S) Blast From the Past Refurbished Bundle</a> &#8211; Includes 5 games (pre-owned) &#8211; $199</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/ps3/consoles/playstation-3-120gb-slim-grand-theft-auto-bundle/118930" target="_blank">PS3 120GB Slim GTA Bundle</a> -<em> GTA V &amp; GTA IV</em> &#8211; $199</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="http://www.gamestop.com/collection/bundles" target="_blank"><strong>More Bundles&#8230;</strong></a></p>
<h1>Buy 2 Get 1 Free Pre-Owned $20 Games &amp; Accessories</h1>
<p>Since most of GameStop&#8217;s pre-owned games are around $10 a piece, this deal is a great way to save on some yesteryear classics. Be sure to drop by the retailer&#8217;s <a href="http://www.gamestop.com/browse/accessories/games?nav=28-xu0,13ffff2418-ffff2419-d3-50-6" target="_blank">full listing of pre-owned titles</a> to mix and match your deals!</p>
<p>Thanks for the heads up, <a href="http://www.polygon.com/2014/12/1/7313143/gamestop-cyber-monday-sale" target="_blank"><em>Polygon</em></a>!</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com/2014/12/01/gamestops-cyber-monday-deals-revealed-lasts-week/">GameStop&#039;s Cyber Monday Deals Revealed, Lasts All Week</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.vrworld.com">VR World</a>.</p>
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