@Koapa
3D ... as in rendered in polygons? No thanks, I prefer the 2D art style. The 3DS is obviously very capable of rendering console visuals, but the developers want to keep the Castle of Illusion look.

@Linkstrikesback
That's a damn shame, because the game is just amazing. What about the CPP controls don't you like? I find they work well and replicate a real console controller layout.

Honestly, game "manuals" like SM3DL are perfectly fine with me. What's the point of being "Eco-friendly" with the game case if you're going to waste paper and print a needless manual. The digital manuals included with most games are more than enough (and more convenient) for folks living in the 21st century.

@Koops3
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=cheaply

Just give me a 3DS bundle cart full of Neo Geo goodness and a snap-on mini joystick for my dpad and call it a day.

My wife got me SM3DL bundled 3DS (and the Sony Wireless Stereo Headphones for BF3). I then picked up Pilotwings & Nintendogs + Cats for $5 a piece. Also picked up Zelda OoT & Mario Kart 7. Loving the 3DS (bought the Nyko battery pack; 8 hrs of wifi gaming), I definitely underestimated it (despite adoring my DSi). Looks like I'll be plenty busy this following month, since I'll be out of the country for vacation - woohoo!

@Koops3
The free app isn't a game, so how could it be FUN??? Though I do think it's pretty neat being able to "file" your medical history.

I'm so glad I have the gray brick. I picked it up about 3 months ago from a thrift store for only five smackers. Looked like crap when I got it (was missing lens to the screen). After some deep cleaning and a new screen, my Gameboy looks gorgeous! Great read, btw

@ Ghouls 'n Ghosts

the music is brillant, just watched some videos of it on YouTube. Anyone remember Shadow of the Ninja, awesome 8-bit co-op goodness and great music