Gamertell

It was hard to be a child of the ‘80s and not encounter “Captain” Lou Albano in some form. He was one of the most charismatic managers in World Wrestling Federation history, appeared in numerous videos with pop star Cyndi Lauper and to a generation of gamers he was Mario… Continue Reading »

Club Nintendo sent out an email today (July 14, 2009) announcing the free reward for Elite Status members. The rewards are based on status with Platinum members being able to choose from two rewards and Gold status members having only one choice… Continue Reading »

It’s another insanely eclectic week on Nintendo’s downloadable game services. WiiWare is boasting a new Sega game,  fighting kitchen appliances and rainbow islands, DSiWare has your ripoff clock and calculator needs covered, and the excellent Arcade version of Space Harrier wraps up the pickings. Personally, I’m all for the toaster,… Continue Reading »

By far and away, the game I personally had the most fun with at this year’s E3 was Nintendo’s surprise sidescroller, New Super Mario Bros. Wii. It’s an insanely fun multiplayer co-op experience that really combines old school Mario sensibilities with an almost Four Swords-ish approach to multiplayer. Continue Reading »

This one is still technically a rumor until it’s officially confirmed - but it’s a particularly strong one. “Japan’s top economic newspaper”, the Nikkei Shimbun, recently reported that Nintendo is planning a new Mario game for release on Wii in Japan later this year. The same story (via GameLife) also… Continue Reading »

Gotta love when a good show throws down a few gaming references. The episode of 30 Rock titled “Mamma Mia” that aired last week (May 7, 2009), included three noticeable nods to video games within a couple minutes. (Can you tell I’m a week behind with my TiVo?) Around 35… Continue Reading »

MSNBC Games Editor Kristin Kalning has a piece about the lack of quality software on the Nintendo Wii. We’re really beginning to see the divide between the hardcore gamer that’s currently disappointed in Nintendo’s offerings and the casual gamer that is just happy to be here. Wedbush Morgan analyst Michael… Continue Reading »

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games was one of the biggest selling games for the Wii and DS in the United Kingdom after selling close to 2 million copies across both consoles since release. It is without a doubt a big hit among consumers so a sequel would be… Continue Reading »

You know that the end of the year is the time for many things - gift buying, game-marathon sessions, about two trillion awesome releases - and finally, lists! Who doesn’t love a good list - and GameDaily has the granddaddy of all things nostalgia and Nintendo. In the spirit of… Continue Reading »

ThinkGeek has released its December 2008 holiday catalog and few familiar items have returned. As for new kewl stuff,  there’s Mario & Luigi 10 in. Vinyl Figures, the Tuttuki Bako Virtual Finger Game, a Mario Kart WiiMote Projection Light and much more… Continue Reading »