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The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Anniversary Edition is out and completely free on your 3DS and DSi

As promised by Nintendo earlier this year, The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Anniversary Edition is now available as a free 3DS and DSi download, part of the ongoing 25th anniversary celebration for the series.

After a rocky start, the Nintendo 3DS is tops in Japan

Following the controversial price cut, and despite still low software sales, the Nintendo 3DS has surpassed the PS3 in monthly sales to take the top spot.

Nintendo announces ‘unprecedented range of games’ in bid to save 3DS

In a bid to save Nintendo's struggling 3DS handheld gaming deivce, the president of the company today announced plans for an "unprecedented range of games." But will it really make any difference?

Video game sales down 23 percent in August – 3DS sales up 260 percent

Retail sales of video games were down again in August, this time posting a 23 percent decline from last year. Deus Ex: Human Revolution and the Nintendo 3DS are the only winners.

Nintendo adds more buttons to 3DS with bulky expansion

The latest issue of Famitsu shows a new Nintendo 3DS expansion that tacks on a second "Circle Pad" onto the side of the handheld as well as more shoulder buttons. But is it a good idea?

Nintendo 3DS Ambassador Program games are now ready for you to download

Nintendo releases the first batch of games in its 3DS Ambassador Program a day early on the eShop, with participants now able to download 10 classic NES games from their user profile's download list.
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Nintendo shares rise after 3DS price cut

Stock prices for Nintendo have finally risen after much-publicized Nintendo 3DS problems.

Nintendo launches serial number checker for 3DS Ambassador Program

Nintendo puts a serial number checker up on its support site, allowed 3DS owners to browse over and check to make sure that their device is confirmed for the Ambassador Program, a free games offer announced in the wake of the recent price cut.

Nintendo 3DS sales explode to 215,000 following Japanese price drop

Japanese sales of the Nintendo 3DS rose dramatically in the first week after Nintendo's scheduled 40 percent price drop took effect, but will the numbers hold?

Hey Nintendo, it’s time to get on board with mobile gaming

Before it's too late, Nintendo needs to dump its archaic anti-mobile agenda and get with the times.
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Nintendo announces red 3DS, more upcoming games

"Flame red" Nintendo 3DS will hit U.S. and European markets next month, more new games to follow.

Nintendo 3DS price drop starts today at Walmart

Walmart drops the Nintendo 3DS price down to $170 early in some stores, allows buyers to take advantage of the cheaper device while also receiving the Ambassador Program's 20 free games.

Thanks to the 3DS cut, pressure mounts for Sony to drop PS Vita price

After Nintendo drastically cut the price of its 3DS, many are calling on Sony to lower the price of its upcoming PlayStation Vita handheld before it actually hits the market in 2012.

Nintendo 3DS Japanese sales drop 50 percent after price cut

In the week following the 3DS price cut, a move done to spur sales, Japanese sales of the Nintendo 3DS fell by half.

Nintendo President apologizes for 3DS price drop

Nintendo President Satoru Iwata issues a personal apology, as the company continues to deal with the backlash from 3DS owners after lowering the price of the handheld system 30-percent.

No Wii U price or release date announcement until 2012

Nintendo won't be announcing a price or release date for its Wii U console until sometime in 2012, company president Satoru Iwata confirms.

Satoru Iwata defends Nintendo’s level of social engagement

Nintendo president Satoru Iwata defends his company's level of engagement in the world of social media, pointing to the Wii's success with families and the 3DS's SpotPass and StreetPass features as examples.

Nintendo announces two more free games for early 3DS buyers

To make up for a 30-percent price cut Nintendo will give 3DS owners that purchased the system at full price 20 free games, 10 of which were announced last week. Two more titles have been added to the list: Super Mario 3 and Kirby and the Amazing Mirror.

Nintendo 3DS price cut a response to lessons learned from the GameCube

Nintendo president Satoru Iwata says that the lessons learned from the GameCube's life informed the company's decision to slash the price on the 3DS last week.
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Nintendo 3DS early adopters get 20 free games with updated multiplayer

Disappointed that Nintendo slashed the price of the 3DS just a few months after you purchased it? Nintendo is rolling out a new program to thank consumers for their loyalty in early September.
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Five reasons why the Nintendo 3DS is Bob-ombing with gamers

Nintendo is taking drastic measures to save the 3DS, including an $80 price cut. But will it be enough? Here's why the Nintendo 3DS has failed to connect with gamers so far, and why a lower $170 price tag won't be enough to save it.
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Nintendo president takes 50-percent pay cut in wake of quarterly loss

Satoru Iwata puts blame for Nintendo 3DS problems on his own shoulders, halves salary.

Consumers: Still not on board with 3D

The Nintendo 3DS is the latest device to experience the third dimension's lack of user interest.
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Nintendo slashes 3DS price after first-quarter loss

Nintendo 3DS price drops to $170 after Japanese company posts first-ever loss.

Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D for Nintendo 3DS delayed until 2012

Konami confirms that the planned holiday 2011 release of Nintendo 3DS title Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D has been delayed until sometime in 2012.
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College Humor among first 3-D video offerings on Nintendo 3DS

The first crop of 3-D videos on Nintendo 3DS brings the laughs.
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75 percent of new Netflix subscriptions in Q2 were streaming only

Netflix added 1.8 million subscribers in the second quarter, with 75 percent of new subscribers opting of its streaming-only service.

Pac-Man & Galaga Dimensions Review

Pac-Man & Galaga Dimensions rolls a number of titles from each classic franchise into one package for the Nintendo 3DS, but we found the compilation lacking.

Amazon halts 3DS sales while investigating complaints

3DS sales are being held up while Amazon looks into issues with the handheld gaming device.
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NPD: Video game sales continue to fall in June

When's the last time you picked up a new video game? Video game industry sales fell again in June continuing a downward trend.

Netflix now available on Nintendo 3DS

Nintendo has announced that Netflix is now available on the Nintendo 3DS, with 3D content coming soon.
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Nintendo Video for 3DS launching in North America this summer

Have you been looking for something else to do with the Nintendo 3DS than play Ocarina of Time? Netflix Instant is headed to the latest Nintendo handheld.

Dual Pen Sports Review

Bandai has released a new Nintendo 3DS game filled with several sports mini games, and one unimpressive new gimmick.

Dream Trigger Review

Dream Trigger has fleeting moments of electronica-fueled brilliance, but difficulty bordering on insane and repetitive levels will wear you down over time.
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Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D review

Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D splinters a classic mini-game from previous Resident Evil titles off into a standalone Nintendo 3DS title, but a glaring lack of depth makes its full-game price tag seem out of whack.

Microsoft wary of dedicated mobile gaming platforms, COO says

Microsoft COO Dennis Durkin doesn't see the company following Nintendo's and Sony's respective leads in the portable gaming space with a dedicated handheld game device of its own.

E3 2011 event: Shigeru Miyamoto reveals insights at Nintendo Developer Roundtable

Nintendo held its official Nintendo Developer Roundtable with Shigeru Miyamoto, who gave insights into many of 3DS games on display at E3 this year and spoke on the upcoming Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.
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E3 2011 hands-on: Mario Kart for 3DS

Joining a host of classic franchises making their way to Nintendo's newest handheld, Mario Kart for 3DS has added gliders and underwater propellers to the mix, but plays it safe, for the most part. Our hands-on E3 2011 impressions.