I'm more than thrilled to see that the Start and Select buttons are moved closer to the player's hand. This allows for quicker movements, in my book. However, on the analogue sticks... I'm wondering if that won't be slightly awkward at first going.

The most surprising name in this article?

Blockbuster =P

Damage control. You're doing it wrong.

Awww... no Michigan...

Now what? Capcom laughs about it over lunch and moves onto rehashing old games with new release versions.

Whaaa, whaaa, whaaa. Grow up, Oster. Your company will fish where the fish are biting. If the well dries up with, say, Microsoft, and you see Nintendo's download service booming, you'll be on there faster than you can say contradiction.

You're supposed to be a businessman. Act like one.

How about a new Link to the Past-style game... with a 3D Link to the Past as a bonus with it?

Could? COULD?! Get to it, Nintendo! lol

It's gonna come to Wii U. Even money says so. (No, I'm not making, taking, or encouraging bets, lol)

I'm not ENTIRELY sure it would have worked better on the DS... but the 3DS? Now we're getting somewhere.

Interesting... can't say I'm thrilled with that roster, though. I'd expect more iconic names or even more current names, honestly.

Yikes... Japan sure likes their licensed games, don't they?

Today is a good day... to game!

It depends how long PS3 and 360 are going to stick around. If they've got a good long time to go, then no. It'll make third parties more inclined to develop for the Wii U as well. If the PS4 and next X-Box are just around the corner, then yes. We can't afford to have another lag-behind power for another generation, I think.

Why would Nintendo make a console that can't compare power-wise with either of their rivals, especially when they're just about to jump themselves? When the Wii came out, it was comparable in graphical power to the PS2 and original X-Box. I don't buy this at all.

Yeesh, Tetris, a warning would have been nice. >.>

Being a 2D platformer is win enough for me, but throw in Uncle Scrooge? Epic WIN.

There are very few free games I actually care about. Team Fortress 2. Cave Story (PC). Stuff like Angry Birds, FarmVille, and the like are nice diversions, but when I want to get my serious game going, I'm going for the dedicated hardware. Games ate that platform's bread and butter, not just a throwaway. Therefore, the effort will be there, especially with Nintendo. Give me the full experience. Don't nickel and dime me for years on end.

Besides, you don't see the Sistine Chapel being continuously added to and augmented. You don't see the Mona Lisa consistently augmented. You don't see the Lincoln Memorial repeatedly changed. They're complete finished works of art, just like the Mario, Zelda, and Metroid games.

The last one... then we can get to work on Capcom bringing Ace Attorney Investigations 2 over, and Nintendo bringing over The Last Window...

Wake me when it's a My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic platformer or RPG, lol.

Snagged 'em. ^_^

Obvious trolls are obvious.

Europe? What's happening out there? Europe? EURRRROOOOOPE?!

@theblackdragon: lol, derp, thanks. ^^;

Actually... now I want to remember what I actually deleted. I remember realizing it was American-made and going to delete it... so I wonder what I accidentally deleted instead.

@Nintendoftw: Not sure if you're just looking to get a rise out of some people, but I feel your opinion is misguided.

In the recent generation...

Super Mario Galaxy 1 & 2
Super Smash Bros. Brawl
Sonic Colors
No More Heroes
Xenoblade Chronicles
The Last Story
Pandora's Tower
Professor Layton 1 - 6
Okami Den
Metal Gear Solid 4
The Legendary Starfy
Dragon Quest IX
Ninja Gaiden 2
Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia
Pokémon Black & White versions
Cave Story
Mega Man 9 & 10
Kirby's Epic Yarn
Monster Hunter Tri
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
Super Mario 3D Land

And that's just off the top of my head.

End @ talk.

Now, before anyone says "Outside of Nintendo, I mean," let me stop you right there. NINTENDO IS JAPANESE GAMING. They're a Japanese company with deep Japanese roots and rich in Japanese culture. Using a caveat like that only at the ends of trying to prove your point (which it can't as more than HALF the games I listed aren't made by Nintendo, though they MIGHT have been PUBLISHED by them. Big difference) does not help your cause and doesn't make you come across as a legitimate debater on this issue. Nintendo of America doesn't even make any games. Sure, there are American studios who'll develop FOR Nintendo, but you'll notice I didn't mention Metroid Prime or Donkey Kong Country Returns.

Now, I know, they don't have that huge multi-million dollar-looking cinimatics (in most cases) or pristine multiplayer... but in 30 years, I'll wager that ALL of these games are more remembered than any of the multiplayer-centered FPS games short of Team Fortress 2. Why? Well, the difference is as obvious as the Mona Lisa and a child's Lego set. Those games I mentioned? Mona Lisa. Done. Art. Perfect. Lego set? Played with and consistently altered until it's brushed aside. Yes, there'll be memories of it, but memories differ. History with Super Mario Bros. 3? Not quite so much, thus why many more gamers who play it can relate to one another.

Y'know, some of us Nintendo-only players can only compare it to the first Darksiders if we actually play it. hint hint nudge nudge

Again, my biggest concern is the game stores, big and small, whose employees lose their jobs in the inevitability of an all-digital distribution.

So many obvious jokes... so little time and willingness to type... XD

sees the word GAME in the headline

First thoughts (in Strong Bad's voice): Here comes the suck...

The only thing keeping me supporting physical media is the desire of not wanting to see thousands of game store employees suddenly become unemployed. Otherwise, WHEN IT'S READY, I welcome an all-digital age.

...I'm keeping my cartridges, though. =P

I thought this was why parental controls existed built into systems?

Y'know, of the three Rainfall titles, this is the one I wanted most. Glad we're getting it.

Ooooh, Game Gear Columns. Yes please!

I know some people roll there eyes at pony stuff, but for RPG fans, I think this augmentation of a line from Rarity works wonders.

Ahem...

"Of all the best possible things... this is THE. BEST. POSSIBLE. THING. EVER!"

Two down, one to go! Then we can start asking about Earth Seeker and Ace Attorney Investigations 2 (I know, AAI is Capcom, but Ii still want it over here, lol).

Well, this got me in a happy mood this morning. Reserving Last Story ASAP!

Punch-Out in 3D? Oh yeah. Hope there isn't any lag in this version.

Nintendo should have either medals, badges, or stars, if they decide to go that route.

Oh dear... well, sanity was a nice thing while it lasted. =P

I think developers today have lost their way. They've forsaken the ability to use abstract and think creativity for the sake of big, expansive, high-cost, realism-centric games that flounder on Nintendo platforms. I'm certain Wii U will have an easier time with third party support, but as for 3DS, companies need to relearn the ways of old.

Yes... this pleases the obsessive Shantae fan greatly! =P

I still want the start, select, and home buttons closer to the ABXY buttons.

Who doesn't love more toys?

@RudyDog13: Simon Belmont isn't a first party Nintendo Character.

Kinda harsh on Samus, there, weren'cha? Ah well. I still take her out of the selections, but also take Pikachu for a loving pet.

Of those not listed, I choose Tifa Lockhart, Sheena Fujibayashi, and, of course, Shantae.

Nice. Sounds to me like the 3DS is really going to make a name for itself for fans of fighting games, especially with Smash Bros. coming soon.

Yeah... that really is disappointing. Ah well! Get the Game Boy version in 3DS, I suppose!

The only true speed running should be without tool assistance. Just my feelings on the matter.

Thrilled to get these, though. It'll make that Great Temple much more bearable.

I personally like it. It's bold, it's clean, and everything is still easily navigable. I can't begin to tell you how many times a site gets a new look and finding something is a pain. Good job on your guys' end.

I don't care much for speed running, but I do find it impressive.