Great review Jon. I think I'll probably wait until I see it for around $30. From what I've seen, I don't think I want to pay full price. Looks like a lot of fun though.
The more I saw of this game the more I lost interest, but it always sucks seeing an indie dev having a hard time. Sounds like getting it localized was a nightmare for everyone involved.
The exact, official wording is "a new Super Mario Bros. game." That, along with the supermario4.com registration, strongly indicates a new 2D game. I wonder if this and the 3DS version will be the same and interact in the same way as the next SSB?
I think if Nintendo was given the rights to make an original Angry Birds game on the DS, then they'd do some amazing things with it.
The problem I had with the original is that — while fun in spurts — it was just a glut of the same thing over and over again. And I definitely think it would have suffered on the DS since the screen resolution and size is quite a bit smaller, and you already have to squint to see anything on the iPhone.
I think the closest thing we'll get to an RPG mode is a hub for your Mii with tournaments, minigames to increase your skill level, and maybe your own customizable pad to house trophies and other stuff.
If there was anything on the level of Power Tour we'd have heard of it by now.
@Nin-freak Yes, there are power shots. I saw a Japanese video and I saw someone (I think it was Peach?) pulling off one.
He's entitled to his opinion, of course, but making this kind of statement right before you're about to release a game is idiotic. Seriously, does this guy have any brains at all?
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pixelman commented on Talking Point: Should Zelda Go Episodic?:
Nooooooooo!!
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pixelman commented on Review: Mario Tennis Open (3DS):
Great review Jon. I think I'll probably wait until I see it for around $30. From what I've seen, I don't think I want to pay full price. Looks like a lot of fun though.
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pixelman commented on Colour-Based AR Patent is Hot Stuff:
:somanypatents:
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pixelman commented on E.X. Troopers Trailer Released:
The guy has pink hair.
nothxbye.
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pixelman commented on Interview: Nigoro on La-Mulana's Cancellation:
Stay classy, @BulbasaurusRex.
The more I saw of this game the more I lost interest, but it always sucks seeing an indie dev having a hard time. Sounds like getting it localized was a nightmare for everyone involved.
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pixelman commented on Ubisoft Announces Avengers Game for Wii U:
Please be good.
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pixelman commented on 2D Platformer on 3DS Web Browser Hops Jumps In...:
This is pretty neat. I can imagine a G&W style game working on the browser without much of a problem.
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pixelman commented on Kid Icarus: Uprising on SNES Might Have Looked...:
Wow. That's. Wow.
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pixelman commented on Rumour: Retro Studios Preparing Star Fox Wii U...:
I'd love to have ground combat mixed in again, personally. I think it's safe to say that Retro would do a helluva lot better job than Namco did.
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pixelman commented on LEGO Zelda Concept Nets 10,000 Supporters:
Epic.
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pixelman commented on Iwata: "Overwhelmingly Rich" Wii U Launch Line...:
I wonder if Retro's got something for launch. Hmmmmmetroid.
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pixelman commented on Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing Transformed Hits...:
I just thought of how awesome Skies of Arcadia 2 on the 3DS would be.
This sounds pretty fun. I'll keep my eye on it.
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pixelman commented on We'll Probably See Some New Nintendo Character...:
Coolbeans. I just hope they're not as nauseatingly cutesy as Pushmo. xP
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pixelman commented on Rayman Legends is Coming to Wii U, Supports NFC:
Haha this is awesome. I'm digging the Viking theme.
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pixelman commented on Real Life Skyward Sword Controls Don't Work:
Haha, that was great.
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pixelman commented on Nintendo Reveals New Super Mario Bros. 2 for 3DS:
I loved the first one, so this is awesome news for me. Just make the physics less floaty!
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pixelman commented on Review: Colors! 3D (eShop):
Oh thanks ejamer! That's definitely big enough for what I'm thinking. :3
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pixelman commented on Konami Code Unlocks Extra Votes in the French ...:
Oh I thought this was a cheat code that let you vote multiple times. Darn.
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pixelman commented on Miyamoto to Show Wii U Mario at E3:
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-04-16-confirmed-nintendo-will-announce-a-new-super-mario-bros-game-for-the-wii-u-at-e3
The exact, official wording is "a new Super Mario Bros. game." That, along with the supermario4.com registration, strongly indicates a new 2D game. I wonder if this and the 3DS version will be the same and interact in the same way as the next SSB?
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pixelman commented on Review: Colors! 3D (eShop):
What's the largest sized image you can make? (in pixels)
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pixelman commented on Miyamoto: "Angry Birds Would Have Been Better ...:
I think if Nintendo was given the rights to make an original Angry Birds game on the DS, then they'd do some amazing things with it.
The problem I had with the original is that — while fun in spurts — it was just a glut of the same thing over and over again. And I definitely think it would have suffered on the DS since the screen resolution and size is quite a bit smaller, and you already have to squint to see anything on the iPhone.
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pixelman commented on Talking Point: Is Nintendo Over-Reliant on Sup...:
Yes.
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pixelman commented on Pandora's Tower Inspired By Lunch on a Train:
This game is just too frickin weird for me. o___o
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pixelman commented on Donkey Kong Jr. and Sonic Blast Head to Japan ...:
Would they please release the original GG STH? Best Sonic game ever, and it had amazing 8-bit pixel art.
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pixelman commented on Capcom: "No Plans for Resident Evil 6 Wii U At...:
Resident Evil 6: Wii U Edition.
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pixelman commented on Nintendo Buys Supermario4.com Web Domain:
Pleaseyespleaseyespleaseyes. I'd kill for a legit SMB4 on the 3DS.
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pixelman commented on Customisable Miis and Online Standings Served ...:
I think the closest thing we'll get to an RPG mode is a hub for your Mii with tournaments, minigames to increase your skill level, and maybe your own customizable pad to house trophies and other stuff.
If there was anything on the level of Power Tour we'd have heard of it by now.
@Nin-freak Yes, there are power shots. I saw a Japanese video and I saw someone (I think it was Peach?) pulling off one.
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pixelman commented on More Gorgeous Epic Mickey 3DS Screenshots Reve...:
WOW. This is beautiful!
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pixelman commented on Talking Point: Is Wii U's Power Really That Im...:
With great power comes great responsiliby.
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pixelman commented on Kid Icarus: Uprising Fails to Fly in UK Charts:
The controls are fine with the stand. Like anything new, they take a lot of practice and getting used to.
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pixelman commented on This Is Your Kid Icarus: Uprising Weapons Bible:
I can't see it either.
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pixelman commented on GameStop Starts Selling eShop Download Codes:
That's handy. Only those two games though?
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pixelman commented on Review: Kid Icarus: Uprising (3DS):
Aw yeah. I can't wait for Friday.
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pixelman commented on Kid Icarus Uprising Gets Perfect Review Score ...:
Freak'n. Can't. Wait.
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pixelman commented on New Fire Emblem Trailer Raises the Temperature:
I wish NOA would stop pussyfooting around releasing games anymore. This is getting old. u___u
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pixelman commented on Michael Pachter Suggests That Wii U Could Stru...:
Slow news day at NintendoLife Towers, eh?
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pixelman commented on Review: Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters (3DS...:
Always loved the graphics in this game.
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pixelman commented on Super Mario 3D Land Could Have Had Skateboarding:
Skateboarding on a koopa shell down a pipe...? Crushing cockroaches with your 3DS...?
Sequel please?
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pixelman commented on Renegade Kid Teases New eShop Game:
Maybe you don't throw bombs at blocks... maybe... it's a cursed bomb hat and you have to make your way through the level before your head explodes!
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pixelman commented on Havok Physics and Animation to Power Wii U Games:
If anyone's interested in what games it's used in:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Havok_(software)#Havok_in_video_games
...everything from Uncharted 3 to Brawl to the Halo series. Very nice. :3
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pixelman commented on Indie Developer Phil Fish Says Japanese Games ...:
He's entitled to his opinion, of course, but making this kind of statement right before you're about to release a game is idiotic. Seriously, does this guy have any brains at all?
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pixelman commented on Two More Sonic Game Gear Games Rated:
Why can't they release the GG Sonic 1? That game is crazy fun and these others are awful. >:[
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pixelman commented on Nothing Says "Marry Me" Like Swapnote:
Haha awww.
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pixelman commented on North America, These Are Your Upcoming eShop G...:
Come on Nintendo. Stop rereleasing games that were already rereleased. Rerelease some that haven't been rereleased yet. >:[
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pixelman commented on Game of the Month: February 2012 - Metal Gear ...:
Yay, I love GotM features.
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pixelman commented on Review: Mario Party 9 (Wii):
I'm so going to get this. It looks like fantastic fun.
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pixelman commented on Review: Super Mario Bros. (NES):
I still like the All-Stars version of this best.
mostly because I'm better at it, haha.
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pixelman commented on Dragon Quest Monsters 3D Bundle on the Way to ...:
lol syko, that's awesome.
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pixelman commented on Nintendo Japan Reveals Cobalt Blue 3DS Console:
That's a sweet blue. Much better than that Aqua Blue shiz.
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pixelman commented on Two New MH3G 3DS Bundles to Hit Japan:
Wannnnnnnttttttt. Just release it over here already. DDD: