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Wii Guitar Hero 5 doesn't use in-game Friend Codes

And we thought the announcement of a returning feature from a previous game was exciting. In an interview with IGN, Vicarious Visions' Karthik Bala revealed that the Wii version of Guitar Hero 5 won't bother you for Friend Codes when you try to play online.

"For GH5, we've implemented support for your global Wii Friend Codes," Bala told IGN. "If you've got friends in your Wii address book, they'll automatically be added to your friends list in game, so you can easily connect up with them in online multiplayer games."

GH5 on Wii is now at "full feature parity" with the other versions, Bala said. It includes eight-player online play (no longer limited to two Wii consoles), and also adds a couple of Wii-exclusive features like a "Roadie Battle" mode and DS control of aspects of the (updated) Mii Freestyle.

Upcoming game ditching Friend Codes?


We imagine going against Nintendo is a bit like going against the mob. Don't talk out against Friend Codes and you won't find your house burned down. You know, that kind of thing. And, if the latest IGN Nintendo Voice Chat Podcast is to be believed, a "major" upcoming game will be doing away with Nintendo's antiquated system.

So, which game is it? Well, speculation first moved to The Conduit, but Joystiq confirmed with inside sources that it would indeed utilize Friend Codes. Which upcoming online-compatible major game could it be? Well, we're not sure, so toss us your guesses.

[Via Joystiq]

Wii Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]


Update: The staff is no longer in the Game Night chat. If you missed us, then we'll see you after the holidays.

It's Thursday again, which means you're one day closer to the weekend. It also means that it's time for Game Night, our weekly break from our hectic lives so we can spend time with who really matter: you! That's right, tonight we'll be throwing down in the best online-compatible games the DS and Wii have to offer. Want to get on board? Simply head past the break for the details.

See you all tonight!

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DS Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]


Update: The staff is no longer in the Game Night chat. If you missed us, then we'll see you after the holidays.

It's Thursday again, which means you're one day closer to the weekend. It also means that it's time for Game Night, our weekly break from our hectic lives so we can spend time with who really matter: you! That's right, tonight we'll be throwing down in the best online-compatible games the DS and Wii have to offer. Want to get on board? Simply head past the break for the details.

See you all tonight!

Continued →

Wii Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]


Update:The "official" Game Night has ended, but feel free to stick around in the chat room!

It's Thursday and you all know what that means! It's time to get our game on. If you've got a Wii and/or a DS, along with some online-compatible games, then it's simple to get in on the fun. For those of you new to all of this, head past the break for the details you need to get involved. As for everyone else, we'll see you tonight. Happy gaming all!

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DS Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]


Update: Okay, that's it for us, but you can continue enjoying the chat room!

It's Thursday and you all know what that means! It's time to get our game on. If you've got a Wii and/or a DS, along with some online-compatible games, then it's simple to get in on the fun. For those of you new to all of this, head past the break for the details you need to get involved. As for everyone else, we'll see you tonight. Happy gaming all!

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Wii Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]


Update: Thanks to everyone that managed to make it. The staff is no longer in the chat room, but feel free to poke your head in. See you next week!

Did you miss us last week? We sure missed you all! Being stuffed with Turkey and passed out on the couch is no substitute for gaming with friends. So, we're happy to get things back to normal around here. Won't you join us? Head past the break to find out how.

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DS Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]


Update: Thanks to everyone that managed to make it. The staff is no longer in the chat room, but feel free to poke your head in. See you next week!

Did you miss us last week? We sure missed you all! Being stuffed with Turkey and passed out on the couch is no substitute for gaming with friends. So, we're happy to get things back to normal around here. Won't you join us? Head past the break to find out how.

Continued →

Wii Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]


Update: The staff is no longer in the Game Night chat. Thanks to everyone that showed up and if we missed you, see you next week!

With the release of Animal Crossing: City Folk this week, we're anxious to visit your towns and hang out! Of course, we're not just playing that, as there's a large catalog of online-compatible games on the DS and Wii to choose from. Won't you join us? It's very simple and you can find all of the info you need past the break.

Hope to see you there tonight! Oh, and seeing as how next week is Thanksgiving, you should know that we won't be holding Game Night then.

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DS Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]


Update: The staff is no longer in the Game Night chat. Thanks to everyone that showed up and if we missed you, see you next week!

With the release of Animal Crossing: City Folk this week, we're anxious to visit your towns and hang out! Of course, we're not just playing that, as there's a large catalog of online-compatible games on the DS and Wii to choose from. Won't you join us? It's very simple and you can find all of the info you need past the break.

Hope to see you there tonight!

Continued →

Wii Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]


Update: The staff is no longer in the Game Night chat. Feel free to pop in and see who's still playing though!

Welcome ladies and gentleman. It's Thursday, which means only one thing: Game Night! We're trying to take a break from it all and enjoy some online-compatible games with you all. Interested, but haven't attended in the past? It's easy to get involved! Simply head past the break and read the details.

For the rest of you, see you there tonight, 7pm ET sharp!

Continued →

DS Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]


Update: The staff is no longer in the Game Night chat. Feel free to pop in and see who's still playing though!

Welcome ladies and gentleman. It's Thursday, which means only one thing: Game Night! We're trying to take a break from it all and enjoy some online-compatible games with you all. Interested, but haven't attended in the past? It's easy to get involved! Simply head past the break and read the details.

For the rest of you, see you there tonight, 7pm ET sharp!

Continued →

Wii Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]


Update: The staff is no longer in the Game Night chat. Try your luck or catch up with us next week!

Welcome to Thursday, which, aside from meaning you are so close to the weekend, indicates that it's time you should grab some of your online-compatible games and join us for Game Night! Haven't joined us before? No problem, getting in on the action is simple. Head past the break and get the details. If you still don't get it, leave a comment and we'll help you as best we can!

Hope to see you all there tonight!

Continued →

DS Fanboy presents: Game Night [update 2]


Update: The staff is no longer in the Game Night chat. Try your luck or catch up with us next week!

Welcome to Thursday, which, aside from meaning you are so close to the weekend, indicates that it's time you should grab some of your online-compatible games and join us for Game Night! Haven't joined us before? No problem, getting in on the action is simple. Head past the break and get the details. If you still don't get it, leave a comment and we'll help you as best we can!

Hope to see you all there tonight!

Continued →

Wii Warm Up: Your own multiplayer experiences


Yesterday, our latest Top 5 focused on multiplayer experiences and it got us thinking about you all. What are your most treasured multiplayer games? Do you prefer multiplayer online, or are you a fan of being in the room with the people you're playing against? What are your favorite multiplayer games and why?

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