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Nintendo Network for Wii U and 3DS revealed

Nintendo has pulled the curtain back on the Wii U's online functions, announcing its new Nintendo Network. This is different than the much-maligned Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection that governs previous Nintendo hardware, and is designed to cover both the 3DS and Wii U. Indeed we've seen it in action already in Mario Kart 7's online functions. "Unlike Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, which has been focused ...

Nintendo boss details network plans, considers retail game downloads

Compared to video game rivals Microsoft and Sony, Nintendo has lagged in the online department. But in a briefing this week, Nintendo president Satoru Iwata explained how his company will be expanding its efforts in the realm of networking and digital distribution with its new-generation game hardware, the 3DS and upcoming Wii U. Iwata said the company's fledging "Nintendo Network," introduced ...

Nintendo developing “Nintendo Network” for Wii U and 3DS

Nintendo is stepping up its online game with the future launch of a “Nintendo Network” for the Wii U and 3DS. Announced by Satoru Iwata in the company's latest financial report , the Nintendo Network will takes its lead from existing online services such as PlayStation Network and Xbox Live, and offer Wii U and 3DS owners access to Nintendo DLC, enhanced community features, and the opportunity ...

Wii U: Nintendo Planning 'Personal Accounts' Via New Nintendo Network

Nintendo reveals a new network plaform for the 3DS and Wii U. Nintendo has announced the 'Nintendo Network service' for the 3DS and Wii U, with which it hopes to "establish a platform" for community events, news, competitive gaming and the sale of digital content. Nintendo cited 'Tobidasu Pricla Kiradeco Revolution', a Japanese 3DS game which is the first to receive downloadable add-on content ...

Nintendo Network to offer gamer accounts, DLC and game downloads

Nintendo has revealed the first details of Nintendo Network - the platform holder's answer to Xbox Live and PSN. The online platform will replace the current Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service and will work across 3DS and Wii U. Foundations have already been laid – the phrase was first used in 3DS title Mario Kart 7, which featured clan support under the term Communities. While the previous ...