I'm guilty of happily throwing down a few bucks simply for an extra outfit(s) in games like Red Dead Redemption, L.A. Noire, and Assassin's Creed III because I personally feel that such cosmetic changes can extend the replayability of the game. However, spending money to get an overly powerful weapon early in the game ruins the challenge of the game and makes it all too easy to beat, and all the "Oh it's only a dollar" transactions can hurt the wallet and rack up several charges on your credit card that you don't want.
Part of me feels sick that the kid mentioned in the full article wants to own such advanced weapons when he's old enough, so yeah, if they feel that putting in fictional names and models will discourage future gun ownership, by all means. Fictional names don't bother me, the power of the weapon isn't diminished.
Demos for all games is something that would improve sales for all games. Many games I am hesitant to buy for fear of losing my money, and it doesn't help when I spent $10+ on a few games and quickly deleted them because they couldn't hold my interest. I find the prices fairly decent on the eShop, though I think sales and price cuts over time for certain titles.
I am extremely grateful to this site for offering consistent reviews on all eShop titles. They are a huge factor in whether or not I purchase a game and have saved me from many bad games that do not deserve my money.
No doubt this will be a gold mine for Disney, but they won't get a dime from me. I don't mind DLC because for the majority of games out there, DLC is simply an option, not a required part of the game. I never played Skylanders and I don't have an interest in playing it so I can't comment on whether or not all the figures feel optional or required, but based on this article, Disney Infinity's figures feel required, and for $200, I'd rather buy a new console, or have a sweet nest egg to put towards a new console.
This needs to be addressed, or at least rush the Wii U Virtual Console, as the only digital Wii games I want are Virtual Console titles. I buy a lot of digital content and I depend on the coins for free games.
I wouldn't be opposed to a new 3D game, but after Altered Beast and Golden Axe, I don't trust them, and a new 2D side-scroller for the digital marketplace would be awesome.
No way it could be used as a controller, but I wouldn't mind somehow playing my carts and eshop titles on my TV. When Pokemon Stadium came out, I spent more time playing Red and Blue on my TV then on my Game Boy.
I've been hoarding coins for game downloads, finding all the physical offers useless, but this is pure gold. I prefer carts to digital downloads, especially when they're still full price, and most of my carts are Pokemon games anyway. It'll be quite awhile before I end up filling this case to its limit.
I love Mad Dog McCree, though I agree the muddy visuals can get in the way a lot.
My horror pick is Gangstar 2: Kings of L.A. I read the reviews, I knew it was bad, but I figured it would be still be tolerable. I love Grand Theft Auto and many games that copy that style, but Gangstar sucked ALL the fun out of the GTA formula! How the heck do you do that?!
If I have to spend full price for a retail download, I'll just buy the game cart. If the digital price eventually drops to $20, like many digital games on the 360, then I'll buy.
I'm confused. Is it $8 for both versions or $8 for each version? I never played AR games before but this sounds like it could be a easy way to try them.
@UnseatingKDawg Some 360 Arcade games (like Joy Ride Turbo, Uno, and others) use your avatar in the game rather than a character exclusive to the game. The outfits are still just something to look at, they don't affect the game at all, but it's something at least.
I at least give them some credit for not being a mini-game compilation like almost every movie tie-in for the Wii and DS, but I expected the game to be shovelware all the same.
Better a game gets released on A system then never be released at all. Whenever I get a new console, I usually find one game that justifies the price, and after that, my collection for that platform grows over time, making the price even more worthwhile.
You guys weren't kidding. I enjoy GTA-style sandbox games, and I liked the idea of having a portable Los Angeles, but this was completely and utterly against enjoyment. 1/10
I don't see a problem with offering a hunting game, even one for exotic animals. This isn't the first game nor is it the last, and I've seen hunting games on Nintendo systems before. It's a fantasy not to be replicated in real life, same as almost every video game ever made, whether it has realistic or cartoonish violence. I enjoy going on a killing spree in Grand Theft Auto games just for the sake of causing mayhem, and I shoot every animal that moves in Red Dead Redemption, but I would never take someone's life in the real world, nor would I ever go hunting, whether it's for deer or some exotic animal elsewhere in the world.
The larger screen sounds nice, especially for Netflix, but the design is honestly ugly as sin. With more color options, I might be persuaded to buy it.
Even though Luigi was just a re-skinned Mario in the original Super Mario Bros, I still preferred playing him, and sometimes I'd play a two-player game by myself just so I could play him. I love Luigi's Mansion and I can't wait for the sequel.
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technotreegrass commented on Club Nintendo Rewards Updated With Some Retro ...:
I wasted my coins on 3D Classics: Urban Champion last May. I wish I could get a refund.
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technotreegrass commented on Talking Point: The Slippery Slope of Micro-Tra...:
I'm guilty of happily throwing down a few bucks simply for an extra outfit(s) in games like Red Dead Redemption, L.A. Noire, and Assassin's Creed III because I personally feel that such cosmetic changes can extend the replayability of the game. However, spending money to get an overly powerful weapon early in the game ruins the challenge of the game and makes it all too easy to beat, and all the "Oh it's only a dollar" transactions can hurt the wallet and rack up several charges on your credit card that you don't want.
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technotreegrass commented on Rumour: Assassin's Creed IV Due This Year, Fea...:
The sea battles were the best thing in Assassin's Creed III. I would LOVE a whole game based around them.
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technotreegrass commented on GoldenEye Creator Explains N64 Title's Role In...:
Part of me feels sick that the kid mentioned in the full article wants to own such advanced weapons when he's old enough, so yeah, if they feel that putting in fictional names and models will discourage future gun ownership, by all means. Fictional names don't bother me, the power of the weapon isn't diminished.
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technotreegrass commented on Reaction: Gunman Clive Provides a Positive Exa...:
Demos for all games is something that would improve sales for all games. Many games I am hesitant to buy for fear of losing my money, and it doesn't help when I spent $10+ on a few games and quickly deleted them because they couldn't hold my interest. I find the prices fairly decent on the eShop, though I think sales and price cuts over time for certain titles.
I am extremely grateful to this site for offering consistent reviews on all eShop titles. They are a huge factor in whether or not I purchase a game and have saved me from many bad games that do not deserve my money.
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technotreegrass commented on Disney Infinity Pricing Emerges:
No doubt this will be a gold mine for Disney, but they won't get a dime from me. I don't mind DLC because for the majority of games out there, DLC is simply an option, not a required part of the game. I never played Skylanders and I don't have an interest in playing it so I can't comment on whether or not all the figures feel optional or required, but based on this article, Disney Infinity's figures feel required, and for $200, I'd rather buy a new console, or have a sweet nest egg to put towards a new console.
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technotreegrass commented on Club Nintendo Accounts Can't Be Linked To The ...:
This needs to be addressed, or at least rush the Wii U Virtual Console, as the only digital Wii games I want are Virtual Console titles. I buy a lot of digital content and I depend on the coins for free games.
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technotreegrass commented on ATV Wild Ride Trailer and Details Race Onto Th...:
$5-$8 tops.
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technotreegrass commented on Nintendo Download: 10th January 2013 (North Am...:
Depending on the review, I might get the Deer Hunt game since I LOVE the African safari game.
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technotreegrass commented on Streets Of Rage 4 Almost Happened, But Sega De...:
I wouldn't be opposed to a new 3D game, but after Altered Beast and Golden Axe, I don't trust them, and a new 2D side-scroller for the digital marketplace would be awesome.
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technotreegrass commented on Rumour: 3DS Cartridge Could Allow Handheld to ...:
No way it could be used as a controller, but I wouldn't mind somehow playing my carts and eshop titles on my TV. When Pokemon Stadium came out, I spent more time playing Red and Blue on my TV then on my Game Boy.
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technotreegrass commented on The 3DS Cartridge Case Returns to Club Nintend...:
I've been hoarding coins for game downloads, finding all the physical offers useless, but this is pure gold. I prefer carts to digital downloads, especially when they're still full price, and most of my carts are Pokemon games anyway. It'll be quite awhile before I end up filling this case to its limit.
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technotreegrass commented on Feature: The Nintendo Life Crypt of Downloadab...:
I love Mad Dog McCree, though I agree the muddy visuals can get in the way a lot.
My horror pick is Gangstar 2: Kings of L.A. I read the reviews, I knew it was bad, but I figured it would be still be tolerable. I love Grand Theft Auto and many games that copy that style, but Gangstar sucked ALL the fun out of the GTA formula! How the heck do you do that?!
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technotreegrass commented on Nnooo: Let us "Browse, Buy and Gift Content Ou...:
I'd love to link all my eShop games to an account at least.
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technotreegrass commented on File Sizes Revealed For 3DS eShop Retail Downl...:
If I have to spend full price for a retail download, I'll just buy the game cart. If the digital price eventually drops to $20, like many digital games on the 360, then I'll buy.
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technotreegrass commented on 3D Classics: Urban Champion Is A Downloadable ...:
Again?! Oh come on! What about 3D Classics Twinbee or 3D Classics Kirby?!
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technotreegrass commented on Spirit Hunters Ghosting Onto DSiWare on 22nd N...:
I'm confused. Is it $8 for both versions or $8 for each version? I never played AR games before but this sounds like it could be a easy way to try them.
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technotreegrass commented on Talking Point: The Possibilities of New Super ...:
@UnseatingKDawg Some 360 Arcade games (like Joy Ride Turbo, Uno, and others) use your avatar in the game rather than a character exclusive to the game. The outfits are still just something to look at, they don't affect the game at all, but it's something at least.
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technotreegrass commented on Review: Hotel Transylvania (3DS):
I at least give them some credit for not being a mini-game compilation like almost every movie tie-in for the Wii and DS, but I expected the game to be shovelware all the same.
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technotreegrass commented on Platinum: Without Nintendo, There Would Be No ...:
Better a game gets released on A system then never be released at all. Whenever I get a new console, I usually find one game that justifies the price, and after that, my collection for that platform grows over time, making the price even more worthwhile.
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technotreegrass commented on Review: Fractured Soul (3DS eShop):
Glad to hear it's a good game, though it may be a while before I can pick it up.
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technotreegrass commented on Speed Demons, Rejoice - Zordix Is Bringing Mot...:
Make them both $5 or less and it's an instant-buy. Anything more, I'd hate myself and I'd have to wait a while.
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technotreegrass commented on Rumour: Nintendo Land May Not be Bundled With ...:
If Nintendo Land is a separate title, I won't buy it. If it came bundled, I'll play it, but it doesn't look like my kind of thing.
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technotreegrass commented on Review: Outdoors Unleashed: Africa 3D (eShop):
This is a really great game, I'm glad you reviewed it.
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technotreegrass commented on Reward Yourself With Smash Bros. on NA Club Ni...:
The Wii gets great games for rewards. I hope Mario Kart 64 will be a reward soon.
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technotreegrass commented on Rising Board 3D Hits The eShop Surf on 20th Se...:
Never played the Pop Island games, but this looks like a worthy purchase.
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technotreegrass commented on Nintendo Download: 6th September 2012 (North A...:
Maybe Crazy Hunter if the review is good. But I want more Virtual Console games for the 3DS, and bring back the weekend sales!
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technotreegrass commented on Review: Gangstar 2: Kings of L.A. (DSiWare):
You guys weren't kidding. I enjoy GTA-style sandbox games, and I liked the idea of having a portable Los Angeles, but this was completely and utterly against enjoyment. 1/10
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technotreegrass commented on Talking Point: The Rules for Violence in Video...:
I don't see a problem with offering a hunting game, even one for exotic animals. This isn't the first game nor is it the last, and I've seen hunting games on Nintendo systems before. It's a fantasy not to be replicated in real life, same as almost every video game ever made, whether it has realistic or cartoonish violence. I enjoy going on a killing spree in Grand Theft Auto games just for the sake of causing mayhem, and I shoot every animal that moves in Red Dead Redemption, but I would never take someone's life in the real world, nor would I ever go hunting, whether it's for deer or some exotic animal elsewhere in the world.
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technotreegrass commented on Nintendo Download: 30th August 2012 (North Ame...:
Maybe Outdoors Unleashed depending on the review.
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technotreegrass commented on Pikachu 3DS XL Pre-Orders Prompt Long Lines in...:
Glad to hear it's doing well. I hope it comes to North America one day, though I'm still holding out for either a nicer color or a better SE.
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technotreegrass commented on Out Now: 3DS XL Goes Big in North America:
The larger screen sounds nice, especially for Netflix, but the design is honestly ugly as sin. With more color options, I might be persuaded to buy it.
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technotreegrass commented on Talking Point: The Long Suffering Luigi:
Even though Luigi was just a re-skinned Mario in the original Super Mario Bros, I still preferred playing him, and sometimes I'd play a two-player game by myself just so I could play him. I love Luigi's Mansion and I can't wait for the sequel.
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technotreegrass commented on Review: Crazy Chicken Pirates 3D (3DS eShop):
I wholly agree that it could have used a lot more content, but for it's price, I find it decent and fun.
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technotreegrass commented on Nintendo Download: 16th August 2012 (North Ame...:
Bought and love Crazy Chicken Pirates 3D.
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technotreegrass commented on 3D Classics Excitebike Revs Up as Club Nintend...:
I would get it, but I already got for free when I bought my 3DS. How about 3D Classics Twinbee or Kirby?