Retro City Rampage will certainly be a welcome release on the 3DS eShop, making its way to Nintendo's portable after its appearance on WiiWare and a host of other platforms. It's an anarchic game full of energy, so could certainly be ideal for some escapism on the go.
With development ongoing the developer, Vblank Entertainment, has posted an update on its Facebook page to confirm that the title will support the Circle Pad Pro and, by extension, the Circle Pad Pro XL. This is good news, in our book, as the dual stick controls of the Classic Controller / Pro were our main choice when reviewing the WiiWare version. The control setup with two analogue sticks — or Circle Pads in this case — accommodates an intuitive free aiming shooting mechanic, which should prove useful in trickier sections of the game.
Are you planning to pick this up on the 3DS eShop when it eventually arrives? Let us know in the comments below, and if you want to know more about the game you can check out our interview with Brian Provinciano.
Thanks to Ryan Millar for the tip.
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That could be the deal breaker, definately going to pick this up (as long as it not overpriced)
If it is 10 € or less, I'll buy it. Circle pad pro support is great news.
How much is it on other platforms?
Hmm...imma go check out the video again
Great news. I thought the WiiWare version was an absolute blast. Highly recommended.
When does the Circle Pad Pro XL get released in the USA?
yes!!! I didn't know this was coming to 3ds! one of my favorite games in a long time!
An absolute first day purchase for me.
I didn't even realize I could use the second stick on the Vita version. This game plays even better now.
I am glad it supports it. (Not comfortable for me to hold my 3DS XL for much time without the Circle Pad Pro.) Dunno that it needs it though. (Lots of games that supporting dual stick spoils. Removes the precision).
I liked it that I could play it a few different ways depending on my mood the first time without pausing the game.
Absolutely loved this game on my friend's PC! One of my favorite games ever, easily! I'm really excited for the chance to play it on my 3DS!
I haven't played it before, but I may just get the 3DS version.
Depends on its cost how quickly I will get it. (Already bought it twice).
If it seems like tons of extra work has been put in to it to me I will probably just get it though.
Yay, the crappy add on has a bit more use!
Seriously, when was the last title that utilized the Circle Pad Pro?
Will there be a 2DS CPP?
@Captain_Gonru Is it $15 on XBLA? I know it's $10 on PSN. Pretty sure it's been that way since it came out. I'd be surprised if it was more than $10.
@Angelic_Lapras_King Nano Assault EX uses it if you want. (Some parts are actually harder with it than without though). If everything supported at least the R button on it that would be enough for me. (With it then my hands are in a much better position).
@unrandomsam I'm surprised the add on did not lead to at least one 3DS FPS, but I guess after the crappy Vita COD game no one wants to touch handheld for FPSs anymore....
@Angelic_Lapras_King From the big 3rd parties I expect some effort (Not optimal) for PS/Xbox then the absolute minimum possible for everything else. The only way for there to be a good one is for it to not be a port. (Even then the Renegade Kid DS ones are dire). Think there is one coming up from someone I have never heard of.
I would rahter want it for the Wii U - not sure yet if i get it for 3ds.
I tried that on my Ps3... seems awesome, except for the total mess (caused by the overall layout I suppose)... maybe I just need to play it more
@Hyperstar96 soo, he used the wrong expression: is that a deal breaker?
Maybe the straw that broke the camel's back or... idk.
He was probably meaning something like "deal maker" but yeah, it's hard to think of an actual expression like that...
This game is made by one guy. Brian has said a few times that he wouldn't bother supporting the CPP if he didn't have to, but he feels reviewers would dock points from the score. I don't blame him.
I wish Nintendo made available something that was just the grip part of the circle pad pro. It is ok using it all the time other than pressing the R button.
Be pretty much pure profit for them only a bit of plastic.
I think my hands feel worse after using the CPP then just the usual cramping that comes from the 3DS. Still, gonna keep it for the collection. If I ever get RCR it will be on 3DS.
Gonna buy this game anyway, CCP support is a bonus addition. The 3ds is so much more comfortable to me with it.
I would say it will be $9.99, and I'm grabbing this for sure.
Its £14.99 RRP for me on Steam. (I think I bought it for £9.99 quite early on). Don't think I will buy it straight away if it is £14.99.
I keep forgetting I downloaded this on WiiWare. Not sure if I'll rebuy, although I would rather prefer to have it on 3DS.
@Captain_Gonru I can't access Xbox Live on my Xbox anymore, but according to the Xbox website (which I'm not sure how reliable it tends to be) it is indeed $15 on XBLA. Weird, because it's $10 everywhere else. Xbox people got screwed (or more likely it's to cover the update costs. Microsoft should really do something about that...).
EDIT: Oh, it's $15 on Steam, too. Weird, though at least on Steam it might go on sale frequently.
Gonna get it.
No need for the CPP, the 3ds stand bundled with KI:U is more than enough for me. You do not get tired of holding the system and also let you enjoy the 3D properly.
Hm. May have to get a Circle Pad Pro just for this game. I will have to think about this.
Dual Sticks? Do I really need it? I only played it on wiiware using the dpad and buttons on the classic controller. I thought being a retro-inspired title, it wouldn't use analog control.
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