Netflix launched in Canada today for PS3 and Wii, its PS3 service featuring new disc-less streaming not expected to hit the US until October.

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Netflix launched in Canada today for PS3 and Wii, its PS3 service featuring new disc-less streaming not expected to hit the US until October.

For $7.99 a month, Canadian gamers can watch unlimited movies and television shows at the press of a button on the PS3 and with the old school streaming disc for Wii. Canadian Xbox 360s will receive the service “later this fall,” according to Netflix.

As of now, there is no option for an instant watch queue on either system and it is unclear if this feature will be added later. Netflix plans to add French language capabilities ”over time” for our French-Canadian neighbors up north.

PC, Mac, iPad, iPod Touch and iPhones can also stream Netflix in Canada now, along with Samsung and Toshiba Blu-ray players.

Canadians can start a one-month free trial at www.netflix.ca.

This marks Netflix’s first venture outside the US–what do our Canadian comrades think of finally having Netflix on their consoles? It’s been a success in the States, but does that automatically mean it will do well elsewhere? Are there any major Canadian competitors? Send your thoughts down south in the comments!

Netflix is going global with its first expansion outside the US, taking its streaming-only service to Canada “this fall,” according to a recent press release.

Canadian Netflix will allow users to watch movies and TV episodes instantly from their TVs “via a range of consumer electronics devices capable of streaming from...]]>

Netflix is going global with its first expansion outside the US, taking its streaming-only service to Canada “this fall,” according to a recent press release.

Canadian Netflix will allow users to watch movies and TV episodes instantly from their TVs “via a range of consumer electronics devices capable of streaming from Netflix,” and on PCs and Macs. Netflix has yet to officially announce any Xbox 360, PS3 or Wii involvement, though a representative told Joystiq, “We’re not announcing the Netflix ready devices until the service launches, but it’s fair to assume that several popular, brand name devices will be capable of streaming from Netflix to TVs at launch – in addition to the ability to watch instantly on computers — and that we’ll add to the family of devices over time.”

The Canadian service will be available in English with the addition of a French language capability over time.

Canadians can head to www.netflix.ca for an email update when the service launches in the fall.

How do you Canadian movie-lovers feel about Netflix hitting your turf? Are those in other countries excited for the possible first step toward an international Netflix? Let’s hear from you in the comments!

UPDATE: If you’ve watched the episode already and wanna get our response to the PS3 region lock thingy-ma-bob, please take a second to check out this post on EpicBattleAxe.com. Thx!

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UPDATE: If you’ve watched the episode already and wanna get our response to the PS3 region lock thingy-ma-bob, please take a second to check out this post on EpicBattleAxe.com. Thx!

Prepare the second wave and loose the beserkers, its time for another edition of EpicBattleCry! In this week’s Skirmish we try not laugh as Splinter Cell: Conviction is delayed again, contemplate non-HD streaming from Netflix on the Wii, revel around the rumor of a Tecmo Super Bowl remake, make the most of the news that Star Wars: The Old Republic is looking at a spring 2011 release window, and discuss the news that a new Zelda is on the way.

With our skepticism, facetiousness, and loathing of Project Natal firmly on the record we change gears this week. Since Microsoft has, thus far, failed to demonstrate how Natal could be not only workable, but even desirable as a controller for traditional games, we discuss some uses suggested by several forum members that may actually have merit for gamers.

Then, we take a look at some recent EBA Poll results and find out what gamers think about the recently released Army of Two: The 40th Day as well as the news that Splinter Cell: Conviction has been delayed once more.

The Battle Cry of the Week goes to the gang at ScrewAttack for their excellent parody of the Natal documentary screened at CES 2010, Out of this World and other under-the-radar classics, SCEE for region locking Demon’s Souls and refusing to sell it in all territories.

Remember to sound off below and each week will pick our favorite to become the next Member Battle Cry! Stay sharp.

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“Our research shows that 86 percent of all U.S. Wii consoles are located in the living room,” said Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime. “The Wii...]]>
Nintendo and Netflix announced today that the popular DVD rental/streaming service will be coming to the Nintendo Wii and be available for Netflix subscribers beginning this Spring.

“Our research shows that 86 percent of all U.S. Wii consoles are located in the living room,” said Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime. “The Wii console is the social hub around which friends and family members gather to play games and have fun. Soon both new and longtime Wii owners will enjoy the benefits of Netflix – and a variety of informational and entertainment options – by being Netflix members and connecting their consoles to the Internet.”

“Our goal is to offer Netflix members as many ways as possible to watch movies and TV episodes streamed from Netflix right to their TVs and to give non-members more and compelling reasons to consider the service,” said Netflix co-founder and CEO Reed Hastings. “Joining forces with Nintendo, which has been so immensely popular with consumers since its introduction, is a very meaningful step in that direction.”

Like PS3 owners, Wii owners will need a Netflix instant-streaming disc to enjoy the service, which will be available at no additional cost to Netflix subscribers. Netflix members and Wii console owners can now reserve a free instant-streaming disc by going to www.netflix.com/Wii. Once available in the spring, the discs will be delivered for free by first-class mail.

Let us know what you think of this development below!

Scale the wall and breech their defenses, its time for another edition of EpicBattleCry! In this week’s skirmish, we open pandora’s box with the new God of War III Ultimate Edition, run down down the details of Netflix on the PS3, check out the Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Limited Edition, and ponder the newly...]]>

Scale the wall and breech their defenses, its time for another edition of EpicBattleCry! In this week’s skirmish, we open pandora’s box with the new God of War III Ultimate Edition, run down down the details of Netflix on the PS3, check out the Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Limited Edition, and ponder the newly announced Nintendo DSi LL.

With Modern Warfare 2 just around the corner, we examine some of the recent news that has cast a shadow over the release of this title; is Infinity Ward ruining their rep with players by charging more for less features with MW2 on PC? Long-running Japanese game mag Famitsu has given Bayonetta a perfect score? Is the game really that good and is there such a thing as a perfect game?

The Battle Cry of the week goes to the DSi LL for boldly establishing the new less-portable trend, Left 4 Dead 2‘s avatar awards, the possibility of Goldeneye finally making an appearance on the Wii Virtual Console next year, and all those PC gamers who have vowed not to purchase MW2; are they planning to get some other way?

Remember to sound off below and each week will pick our favorite to become the next Member Battle Cry! Stay sharp.

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