Newer Super Mario Bros. Wii: Released Today!

Newer is a full unofficial sequel to New Super Mario Bros. Wii, crafted over the span of 3 years by a team of devoted Nintendo fans. Playable legally on any homebrew-enabled Wii; no piracy or hardware mods needed. Newer Super Mario Bros. Wii adds nearly 130 all-new levels to an already great game. Introduced to the franchise is a rebuilt world map system, new level themes, freshly remixed music, and surprising new level mechanics. 

Requirements

• Wii or Wii U console
• New Super Mario Bros. Wii game disc (US, Europe or Japan versions)
• SD card with at least 570MB free space
• SD adapter or slot so you can transfer files to it from your computer

To get started, head over to the Newer website here. 

3DS's Price Cut by $80

Yesterday, Nintendo announced that they will cut the price on their new portable, the 3DS, to $169.99 in August. This move has been seen by many as hasty, but they're doing this to pick up lost momentum. "Having strong momentum is very important for game platform businesses. Once momentum is lost, great power is needed to change that trend." This price cut will also increase 3DS sales over the PlayStation Vita (the cheapest Vita model, originally priced competitively,  was $249.99.) Interestingly, the superiors at Nintendo are giving themselves pay cuts, with Iwata, the current president of Nintendo receiving a 50% cut to his salary, not including his company success bonuses. They are doing this "to show our sincere attitude and to fulfill our responsibility. We really must recover our financial performance and take Nintendo back into the position in the marketplace where it is well appreciated." 

Nintendo's Press Conference at E3 2011

Presenting Nintendo's next home console, Wii U! 

It may look bland, like a simple change in the plastic shell, but the real attraction is the controller. 

Wii U's controller features a plethora of control methods. It utilizes two Circle Pads, a D-Pad, L and R buttons, ZL and ZR buttons, stereo speakers, a front-facing camera, an accelerometer, a gyroscope, and a 6.2-inch touch screen. Wii U will still be compatible with previous Wii controllers such as the Wii Remote, Nunchuk, Classic Controller, and even the Balance Board.  The system itself supports full HD at 1080P. Games can be played on the TV, or relocated on the touch screen. You can also share images and videos from the controller to the TV. Nintendo is once again supporting hardcore audiences while still keeping the casual audience happy. Very few games have been confirmed for Wii U, but we'll most definitely know more about it before it launches sometime next year.