IGN writes: "The fact that Flipnote Studio is free means that Nintendo can now add a bulletpoint to the list of included features of the Nintendo DSi system. After toying with the program for hours and seeing co-workers' reactions and excitement, both in what I produced and how easy it is to use, I'm now comfortable in saying that there's a real reason to own a DSi system. Flipnote Studio is the system seller Nintendo really needs".
Using the Playdate’s developer studio, James Daniel recreated the DSi’s Flipnote studio on the new handheld. Using that magical crank, you can scrub through each frame at a speed set by your cranking hand!
Martin Watts for Bits 'n' Bytes Gaming writes:
In addition to finally allowing Zelda-hungry fans to order tickets to the much anticipated Legend of Zelda 25th Anniversary Symphony Concert, Nintendo is also upping the celebrations with a brand new contest. The aptly-named “Make Your Own Zelda Flipnote” competition goes live today in search of some of the best, original Zelda-inspired Flipnote animations from across the globe.
Chris Buffa (Modojo): Nintendo recently announced a June 6 launch date for the long awaited 3DS eShop, the virtual store that'll let users download a variety of games from multiple platforms.
