Topic: 3DS eShop Recommendations thread

Oh yeah, and also VVVVVV

You people should get Bloody Vampire and Gunman Clive. Do it.

So far it's been Link's Awakening DX and Donkey Kong '94 that had been constantly impressing the player by delivering new gameplay elements all to the very end. VVVVVV is simply great. One of the finest platformers on the service, along with Cave Story and Mighty Switch Force. Oh, and without a doubt, Wario Land is much better than SML2. I had the price-cut deal for Metroid II and I haven't found it to be even half as good as 'Super Metroid' was.

Guys, do you think Metroid II is better than the first? Most of the people on this forum are recommending the black and white sequel over it's colorful predecessor. On the European eShop, Metroid has a 4 star rating, while Metroid II: Return of Samus has 4 stars and-a-half! I know this is the wrong place to be asking such a question, but I just downloaded the first Metroid to give it a try, since I started liking the sequel a bit more. I've been hearing that it was a frustrating experience for most because of the difficulty. IGN has it on it's #6 for Best NES Games of All-Time.

I could never get into Metroid 2. I still prefer the original over it.

As to recommendations, my top 5 eshop games so far are:

• Mutant Mudds
• Mighty Switch Force
• Crimson Shroud
• Pushmo
• Donkey Kong '94

You simply can't beat those games.

I do think Gunman Clive has the best price/value ratio, though. It's short, but the 3D is amazing, the gameplay is tight, and there are a variety of game modes. I'm particularly fond of duck mode myself.

Least favorite eshop games so far are probably Ketzal's Corridors and Denpa Men.

10. Zen/Marvel Pinball (Zen Studios)
9. Gunman Clive (Höberg Productions)
8. NightSky (Nicalis)
7. Mighty Switch Force! (WayForward)
6. Liberation Maiden (Level-5)
5. VVVVVV (Nicalis)
4. Cave Story (Nicalis)
3. Sakura Samurai (Nintendo)
2. Denpa Men: the Came by Wave (Genius Sonority)
1. Crimson Shroud (Level-5)

Honorable Mentions:

• Mutant Mudds (Renegade Kid)
• Family Tennis 3D (Arc System Works)
• 3D Classics: TwinBee (Nintendo/Namco)
• 3D Classics: Kirby's Adventure (Nintendo)
• 3D Classics: Kid Icarus (Nintendo)
• 3D Classics: Xevious (Nintendo/Namco)

I also had a hard time getting into it myself. A game that was designed to be atmospheric as Metroid II is, deserved to have color! My second reason was that it had no map (unlike Super Metroid and later installments) and the player could find himself lost at one point, trying to figure out a way to progress.
As for 'Donkey Kong '94', it's simply beyond words.. What a platformer! 10/10 in my book.

Cave Story, Ikachan, Mario Lost Levels, or Mega Man??

I'll say Cave Story. It's pure 2D platforming bliss, and it's a better "Metroidvania" title than some Metroids (I at least enjoyed it more than Metroid & Metroid II).

If you've never played it before, Cave Story is a brilliant game with a decently length campaign (I managed 7 hours, people seem to average 9-12) and some good replay value. The 3DS download version includes some extras.

Ikachan isn't worth $5, I'm not speaking for VC.

Cave Story definitely with this version in particular being the best version of CS yet. Definitely nab this one if you are looking for an action platformer with elements of Metroid. If you have enough cash to spare, I definitely Recommend Mega Man 2 (or wait for the superior 3) for some retro run and gun platforming action. As for Ikachan, it was definitely a satisfying experience but $5 is a hard pill to swallow. I'd say get it if you are a fan of Cave Story, which you are not.

Thanks, I was thinking about Cave Story because I've never played it and it looks really cool.

ikachan.... i got it, and it is very easy..... and very short. but a game that i will DEFINETLY come back to play later...

oh.... and we should get a couple different harvest moons (not the gbc one; were already getting that one)

Really, the first couple of Metroid games weren't very good. It was only after Super Metroid that Ninty really hit the jackpot. Zero Mission was the peak of excellence for the series, in my opinion. It is one of the greatest games ever made.

Ok so I have 3 dollars to spend wondering if anyone of you guys can suggest a game for that price or should I just save it. I just got Gunman Clive so please dont recommend that. Also will take Dsiware into consideration too.

If you don't get taxed on downloads in your area, I'd suggest the Sword of Hope II if you enjoy RPGs (it's $2.99).

It's a bit oldschool as far as RPGs go, but you just get sent back to the opening area if you die (you don't lose any items, experience, money, or story progress), so it's forgiving to newcomers.

If Mario's Picross is also $2.99, I'd also suggest that. It's probably the longest GB game I've played, and I really enjoyed it (and I'm usually not much of a puzzle guy).

Nope I dont get taxed in my area . I forgot to mention that.

What's the consensus on Bit Trip Saga.

Want to pick it up but I hear the lag is bad. Does it effect the runner levels?

@Sony_70 - I never played the WiiWare/Complete versions, but I was able to beat Runner on Saga. I don't think the lag is too terrible in it, but it can definitely mess up your rhythm on it. 6 high-quality games for only $10? I'd say get it.

@Tasuki - For eShop/DSiWare games worth looking at for under $3, I'd look into Aura-Aura Climber, Candle Route, GO Series: Undead Storm, Pop Island: Paperfield, Spotto! and CATRAP.