While not exactly  a brand new color since it was previously available in a Nintendogs bundle, it is still unknown how limited the run will be.  If you already bought that special someone the Nintendogs bundle, looks like you may need to consider other gift ideas since this is the same  system. Same price too just no free doggy game.

Here is Nintendo’s press release:

REDMOND, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Nintendo of America has a perfectly pink new option for consumers looking to win over their loved ones this Valentine’s Day. Starting Feb. 10, a Pearl Pink edition of the Nintendo 3DS™ hand-held system – previously available only as part of a limited-edition bundle – will be available as a stand-alone item at retailers nationwide, offered at a suggested retail price of $169.99.

In addition to free Wi-Fi access at thousands of locations across the nation, fun augmented-reality features and the ability to enjoy games and videos in 3D without the need for special glasses, Nintendo 3DS has a host of built-in social features that can keep users connected to their special someone throughout the year, plus a great lineup of games (sold separately) that lovebirds can enjoy together:

With the system’s built-in camera, sweethearts can each use their system to capture and share 3D photos and videos of romantic outings this Valentine’s Day – and always.
The new Swapnote™ application, which is available for download from the Nintendo eShop at no cost, lets users create and send customized 3D love notes to their sweethearts from their Nintendo 3DS.
The adorable virtual pets in the nintendogs™ + cats game can bring out players’ sweet side and make great portable companions on those lonely days when they’re apart.
Users can share creative passion with their beloved by playing downloadable games such as Pushmo™ and Freakyforms™: Your Creations, Alive!, both available from the Nintendo eShop, and by exchanging QR codes to show off their heartfelt handiwork.
The multiplayer modes in the Mario Kart™ 7 game invite players to get their hearts and their karts racing on a wild array of 3D Mario-themed courses.
For more information about Nintendo 3DS, visit http://www.nintendo.com/3ds. 

Nintendo does have a solution of sorts though and I’m quoting the sequence below. Hopefully this spares some gamers that haven’t reached the broken area yet, personally I haven’t started Skyward Sword yet but I do plan to use this to avoid losing my entire save progress.

1. At the beginning of the quest, go to Lanayru Desert to retrieve the song of the Thunder Dragon.

2. In the Lanayru Mine, speak with Golo the Goron.

3. Complete the Thunder Dragon’s event, and receive his song.

4. Before heading to the forest or volcano regions, speak with Golo in the mine again.

5. At this point, the forest and volcano events will no longer occur, making it impossible to continue.

Solutions:

• This issue WILL NOT OCCUR if the Fire and Water Dragon songs have already been collected before collecting the Thunder Dragon’s song. Talking to Golo in the Lanayru Caves will also NOT trigger this issue.

• If the game has been saved after completing the sequence of events, it will no longer be possible to proceed through the game on that save file. The only options at that point are to either start the game over or to use an earlier save file to continue.

I wish I had a better answer, but I’m afraid there currently is no other fix available. I can assure, however, that we are documenting all feedback we receive on this issue. Thank you for your patience and support.

As the last section notes, there is no real solution for the issue now, they will most likely have to press a new batch of games with the bug instance corrected but it will likely not reverse the issue for those hit with it now.

Oh you guys…

While the download of the Hulu Plus app will be a free download, the service itself is a pay service. 7.99 a month is all you need to begin streaming thousands of television episodes by years end.

For more details look below for the date, time and location and even some handy links to get you there.

WHEN:
Friday, Oct. 21, 2011 @ 8 p.m.

 WHERE:
Pantages Theatre
6233 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles,CA 90028

Find it on:
Google Maps | Mapquest | Bing

Sounds too good to be true? Here is the official word.

“For anyone who was on the fence about buying a Nintendo 3DS, this is a huge motivation to buy now,” said Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime. “We are giving shoppers every incentive to pick up a Nintendo 3DS, from an amazing new price to a rapid-fire succession of great games.”

“What if I already bought one for $250?” Good question.
Nintendo is giving you 20 free games. Early adopters will get 10 NES games and 10 GBA games. All you have to do is log in to the eShop before the price drop date to register.
The titles announced so far,

NES

Super Mario Bros.
Donkey Kong Jr.
Balloon Fight
Ice Climber
The Legend of Zelda

GBA

Yoshi’s Island: Super Mario Advance 3
Mario Kart: Super Circuit
Metroid Fusion
WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$
Mario vs. Donkey Kong

The rest of the titles will be announced shortly. Also, the GBA titles will never be available for purchase in the eShop.They are entirely exclusive to members of the early adopter Ambassador program.

Nintendo promises 3d movies in the future also, so updates are planned.

Netflix is available now in the eShop for free.

Final Fantasy seems to have no end of installments on the DS, for many, this is a great thing as finding a good and long game can be a chore. Today we get a look at the Crown System of jobs that can be assigned to characters in game.  Check out the video and screens below for details on how it works and what starting classes are available.

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Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes of Light Screenshots

Etrian Odyssey III: The Drowned City is slated to release on September 21, 2010 for the DS.

With Arc Rise Fantasia just around the corner, the team has released a new batch of game footage and screens to the masses.

Check out the video below and images after the jump.

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