"Mario & Sonic At the Olympic Winter Games" Scheduled For 10/13

Metal Mario · 07-15-2009, 08:51 PM

*Source: Nintendo World Report

Sega recently confirmed an October 13 release for Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, which is heading to Wii and DS.

Based off of the upcoming Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games, the upcoming game will feature numerous winter events including bobsleigh, ice hockey, and figure skating.

Featuring a cast of Mario and Sonic characters, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games will have both single and multiplayer competitive and cooperative modes, although the co-op mode will only be on Wii. That version will also use the Wii Balance Board for certain events.

Metal Mario · 07-17-2009, 05:11 AM

**X-3** · 07-17-2009, 01:17 PM

Unfortunately, I've barely touched my AtO game, so I doubt I'll be buying this.

Metal Mario · 08-20-2009, 03:51 AM

Some new screenshots have been released for both versions. Click here to see the screens from the Wii version, and here to see the DS screens.

Dr. Furball · 08-20-2009, 04:19 AM

Wow. Figure skating Bowser. That's...that's something.

Chaos Deviot · 08-20-2009, 11:33 AM

Atleast it has Metal Sonic and Donkey Kong in it. Let's hope for Big the Cat as well(no reason he shouldn't have been in the first instead of Vector. Why put ONE member of the Chaotix instead of a different character?)

Who knows if there's be more. Diddy Kong may show up as well. I wonder who his opposite will be...

Dizzy · 08-21-2009, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chaos Deviot

Metal Sonic and Donkey Kong

FanboysellingpointFTW.

Metal Mario · 08-24-2009, 11:35 PM

*Source: Nintendo World Report

The 2008 Olympics in Beijing, China weren't enough to cool off Mario and Sonic's heated rivalry so now they are taking it to Vancouver, Canada and will be using the 2010 Winter Olympics to prove to the world who is the ultimate mascot.

Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games will once again be developed internally by SEGA of Japan under the supervision of Shigeru Miyamoto. The developers aim to maximize the use of the different Wii control methods, while providing a fun and accessible experience.

Like its predecessor, the game will feature a series of mini-games based off real Olympic events. Some of the confirmed events include Bobsled Racing, Ski Racing, Snowboard Racing, Ice Hockey, Figure Skating, Speed Skating, and Curling. One of the biggest additions to the game is the ability to play the events using the Balance Board. The Balance Board will add a level of depth and realism as players will mimic the movements seen at the actual events. The events can also be controlled using the Wii Remote and Nunchuck. The title, however, won't be using MotionPlus in fear of limiting the audience.

SEGA has expressed that the events in Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games are more than just mini-games and are nearly full fledged events due to the depth of control and gameplay displayed by each one. An important change made to formula is that all events will be unlocked right from the start in order for people to get right into the game.

Dream Events will also make a return. They are variations of existing events featuring iconic Mario and Sonic elements such as weapons, power ups, and quirky competitive gameplay. At Gamescom 2009 SEGA unveiled two of these events; Dream Snow Fight and Dream Snowboard Cross. These variations, however, have to be unlocked. All event records will be recorded as players progress through the title.

The Mario and Sonic cast from the first game will return, and will bring new friends as well. From the Mario side we have Donkey Kong, a character originally meant to appear in the first title, and Bowser Jr. On the Sonic side Silver the Hedgehog and Metal Sonic round out the roster. No word on additional characters has been heard so far.

The title will also be host to various single and multiplayer modes. The latter will feature both competitive and co-operative play, which is exclusive to the Wii version. Players can either participate in each event individually or participate in the Festival Mode; a mode where players compete their way through the entire Olympics from the opening ceremony all the way to the end.

SEGA is set to release Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games on October 13.

Metal Mario · 08-25-2009, 05:20 AM

And here's the new trailer:

Click to view video.

Metal Mario · 09-15-2009, 12:45 AM

Here's a new trailer for the DS version:

Click to view video.

Metal Mario · 09-20-2009, 06:57 AM

Here's some more new trailers. Particularly notable is the new trailer for the Wii version, which demonstrates how the Wii Balance Board will be used.

Click to view video.

Luigiman7 · 09-20-2009, 12:06 PM

Many trailers in a triple post.

no one cares

1-up Salesman · 09-20-2009, 09:31 PM

Oh boy, yadayadayada. At least it's a game with MARIO AND SONIC IN IT TOGETHER.

***CaptHayfever*** · 09-21-2009, 09:29 AM

^I can think of a better one.

And remember, "I'm-a Luigi, number one!"

Robotazy · 09-22-2009, 09:39 AM

I demand Kirby and Ristar at the NBA All Star Game.

Chaos Deviot · 09-22-2009, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DarkZero

FanboysellingpointFTW.

Well, I could've done without DK since he's not a direct Mario character, but that's just me. The other two are Silver and Bowser Jr. Only half of this new roster is pretty good.

Metal Mario · 10-05-2009, 02:02 PM

Here's a new trailer featuring Dream Events in the DS version:

Click to view video.

Metal Mario · 10-13-2009, 06:53 PM

*Source: Nintendo World Report

Sega of America has announced via their blog that they will be hosting an event at the Nintendo World Store in New York celebrating the release of Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games on the Wii and DS.

The event will take place on Saturday, October 17 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Attendees will be able to play both versions of the game and participate in tournaments on the Wii version. During each hour, prizes will be given to the players with the best scores and times.

In addition to the tournament, Mario and Sonic will be there to meet and greet the participants and customers.

Luigiman7 · 10-13-2009, 08:28 PM

I WANNA MEET MARIO AND SONIC

Metal Mario · 10-13-2009, 08:40 PM

Then get thee to New York.

07-15-2009, 08:51 PM	#1
Metal Mario Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Gender: Posts: 16,435 Thanks: 72 Thanked 190 Times in 127 Posts	"Mario & Sonic At the Olympic Winter Games" Scheduled For 10/13 *Source: Nintendo World Report Sega recently confirmed an October 13 release for Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, which is heading to Wii and DS. Based off of the upcoming Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games, the upcoming game will feature numerous winter events including bobsleigh, ice hockey, and figure skating. Featuring a cast of Mario and Sonic characters, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games will have both single and multiplayer competitive and cooperative modes, although the co-op mode will only be on Wii. That version will also use the Wii Balance Board for certain events.

07-17-2009, 05:11 AM	#2
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08-20-2009, 03:51 AM	#4
Metal Mario Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Gender: Posts: 16,435 Thanks: 72 Thanked 190 Times in 127 Posts	Some new screenshots have been released for both versions. Click here to see the screens from the Wii version, and here to see the DS screens.

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08-20-2009, 11:33 AM	#6
Chaos Deviot Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Mt. Moon Gender: Posts: 1,565 Thanks: 131 Thanked 34 Times in 31 Posts Blog Entries: 1	Atleast it has Metal Sonic and Donkey Kong in it. Let's hope for Big the Cat as well(no reason he shouldn't have been in the first instead of Vector. Why put ONE member of the Chaotix instead of a different character?) Who knows if there's be more. Diddy Kong may show up as well. I wonder who his opposite will be...

08-24-2009, 11:35 PM	#8
Metal Mario Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Gender: Posts: 16,435 Thanks: 72 Thanked 190 Times in 127 Posts	*Source: Nintendo World Report The 2008 Olympics in Beijing, China weren't enough to cool off Mario and Sonic's heated rivalry so now they are taking it to Vancouver, Canada and will be using the 2010 Winter Olympics to prove to the world who is the ultimate mascot. Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games will once again be developed internally by SEGA of Japan under the supervision of Shigeru Miyamoto. The developers aim to maximize the use of the different Wii control methods, while providing a fun and accessible experience. Like its predecessor, the game will feature a series of mini-games based off real Olympic events. Some of the confirmed events include Bobsled Racing, Ski Racing, Snowboard Racing, Ice Hockey, Figure Skating, Speed Skating, and Curling. One of the biggest additions to the game is the ability to play the events using the Balance Board. The Balance Board will add a level of depth and realism as players will mimic the movements seen at the actual events. The events can also be controlled using the Wii Remote and Nunchuck. The title, however, won't be using MotionPlus in fear of limiting the audience. SEGA has expressed that the events in Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games are more than just mini-games and are nearly full fledged events due to the depth of control and gameplay displayed by each one. An important change made to formula is that all events will be unlocked right from the start in order for people to get right into the game. Dream Events will also make a return. They are variations of existing events featuring iconic Mario and Sonic elements such as weapons, power ups, and quirky competitive gameplay. At Gamescom 2009 SEGA unveiled two of these events; Dream Snow Fight and Dream Snowboard Cross. These variations, however, have to be unlocked. All event records will be recorded as players progress through the title. The Mario and Sonic cast from the first game will return, and will bring new friends as well. From the Mario side we have Donkey Kong, a character originally meant to appear in the first title, and Bowser Jr. On the Sonic side Silver the Hedgehog and Metal Sonic round out the roster. No word on additional characters has been heard so far. The title will also be host to various single and multiplayer modes. The latter will feature both competitive and co-operative play, which is exclusive to the Wii version. Players can either participate in each event individually or participate in the Festival Mode; a mode where players compete their way through the entire Olympics from the opening ceremony all the way to the end. SEGA is set to release Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games on October 13.

09-20-2009, 09:31 PM	#13
1-up Salesman Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Your bedroom. I love it here! Gender: Posts: 3,861 Thanks: 2,071 Thanked 228 Times in 180 Posts Blog Entries: 9	Oh boy, yadayadayada. At least it's a game with MARIO AND SONIC IN IT TOGETHER.

09-21-2009, 09:29 AM	#14
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10-13-2009, 06:53 PM	#18
Metal Mario Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Gender: Posts: 16,435 Thanks: 72 Thanked 190 Times in 127 Posts	*Source: Nintendo World Report Sega of America has announced via their blog that they will be hosting an event at the Nintendo World Store in New York celebrating the release of Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games on the Wii and DS. The event will take place on Saturday, October 17 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Attendees will be able to play both versions of the game and participate in tournaments on the Wii version. During each hour, prizes will be given to the players with the best scores and times. In addition to the tournament, Mario and Sonic will be there to meet and greet the participants and customers.

10-13-2009, 08:40 PM	#20
Metal Mario Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Gender: Posts: 16,435 Thanks: 72 Thanked 190 Times in 127 Posts	Then get thee to New York.