PAX Prime is now right in its peak, with the Seattle event attracting thousands of attendees eager to soak in all there is to offer. Nintendo's been particularly active, too, not only running a booth with plenty of contests and retail games, but also a neat Nindies Lounge with a range of exciting download games.
It's the eShop arena that we're focused on here. There have been two big talking points in the past week - the terrific line-up showcased at a Nindies@Night event and, of course, the Shovel Knight amiibo. Before we share some thoughts on these topics we want to know what you think, as always.
Let's start with the eShop games - we're eager to know which of the titles you're most excited about (you can choose up to three), and also your overall impressions of the current and upcoming eShop line-up for 2015 and early 2016. You can see all of this week's PAX trailers here, while the sizzle reel is below.
So, what do you think?
Are you excited about the upcoming Wii U and 3DS eShop lineups? (965 votes)
Absolutely, both platforms are looking fantastic right now25%
Yes, but more the Wii U line-up than 3DS39%
Yes, but more the 3DS line-up than Wii U5%
Hm, I'm not sure10%
Not really, but there are a few games I might get17%
No, I think they're disappointing4%
Which Nindies PAX games are you most excited about? (Choose up to 3) (2,446 votes)
Kerbal Space Program7%
Mutant Mudds Super Challenge2%
SteamWorld Heist10%
Hive Jump3%
Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty4%
Runbow (already released)9%
Shantae: Half-Genie Hero13%
Tumblestone0%
Shovel Knight: Plague of Shadows (free DLC)22%
Action Henk0.4%
Year Walk2%
STARWHAL2%
The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth (already released in NA)3%
FAST Racing NEO18%
None of them3%
Secondly, there's the exciting news of an amiibo for Shovel Knight. While the figure and the concept are rather thrilling (and it's the first Nindie amiibo), there are other areas to consider such as its function as an unlock for future modes and DLC. The overall amiibo range largely adds new functionality or minor extras, with the possible exception of Splatoon challenges, but the Shovel Knight amiibo will seemingly do more than that. It'll unlock co-op functionality, challenges, visual enhancements and content in future games. It's not definitively known that these bonuses won't also be sold separately, but it's an interesting approach.
So, what are your thoughts?
Are you excited about the Shovel Knight amiibo? (1,064 votes)
Oh yes, I can barely contain myself!23%
I sure am, though I'm nervous about being able to find stock28%
Sort of, but I'm not overly hyped23%
Not really, no13%
No way, I don't even like the idea of it5%
I don't have Shovel Knight, so why are you asking me?8%
What do you think of the Shovel Knight amiibo's concept? (1,024 votes)
Brilliant, I love the idea36%
I quite like it, but am cautious about how much content is locked behind it34%
I'm not sure what I think12%
I'm dubious, it seems to hold the unlocks to too many features10%
I disapprove, this isn't what amiibo's all about7%
Do you plan to buy the Shovel Knight amiibo? (1,040 votes)
Day one!20%
Yes, assuming I can find one35%
I'm not sure11%
Not yet, but I may change my mind12%
Nope13%
Don't have the game, don't care9%
Would you like to see more 'Nindie' amiibo? (1,049 votes)
Absolutely, I'd like to see this idea expand to more games and franchises44%
Sure, as long as they're only for the top download games26%
I'm not sure8%
Not really, but I'll decide case-by-case14%
No, is the simple answer8%
Thanks as always for your votes and chatter in the comments, and we'll be revisiting these topics - influenced by your voting - on Sunday.
Tom has been involved in the games industry for over a decade, mostly writing about it or struggling to sell Indie games. Loves reading, writing, hunting Capcom’s fiercest monsters and watching baseball.
I reckon Nindie amiibo could be a successful thing. The brand isn't limited to Nintendo IP anymore, and that's exciting, free promotion for both sides.
Hoo boy. I gotta get me that Shovel Knight amiibo. From what it sounds like, it's functionality is looking to be as amazing as Super Smash Bros for Wii U and Mario Party 10, in my opinion.
I'm all up for any other third-party amiibo, as long as their functionalities are not as half-baked as Kirby and the Rainbow Curse's and Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker's amiibo functionalities.
I'm all for new Amiibo, I think a Shantae Amiibo would look awesome! I don't have Shovel Knight, and won't get the Amiibo, but I'm glad it's out there for others who want it. I just hope there is a different way to get the unlockable features of Amiibo that have certain modes tied to it; in case you can't get the Amiibo, or you don't want it. If they stock a lot of the Shovel Knight Amiibo, then having another way to get the features wouldn't be necessary. But I have a feeling the stock of them won't be too high...
I think this is great, it's a way for Nintendo to build third party relationships from the bottom up, rather then try to compete to be the biggest subsidizer of mega-publishers.
For me, indies are where it's at right now. I see the stuff getting pumped out of the Ubisoft and EA and Activision studious, and I couldn't be more bored.
Games like Steamworld, Shovel Knight, Shantae, UnEpic, and Toki Tori have been surprise hits and welcome fresh air.
Gunman Clive would be an interesting looking amiibo though I feel using it effectively in the game would be limited. Honestly, you could slap Amiibo on anything right now and I would soak it up like a sponge!
There are quite a few indies that I'm looking forward to, and as for the Shovel Knight amiibo...it's uses are a bit questionable, but I love Shovel Knight, so I'm going to get it...TRY to get it.
About the incoming indie games, my three are SteamWorld Heist (looks amazing), OddWorld and Plague of Shadows (and I'll get that Shovel Knight amiibo for sure).
I'm also interested in some of the others but those are my favorites and sure downloads.
Again, nice to see the first nonSmash third party character is an indie one. This could attract way more indies so win win win (Ninty, indies and gamers).
I do hope Wayforward goes next with Shantae and/or Patty Waggon. Would love Armillo or Scram Kitty but that is a longer shot.
Kerbal Space Program interests me most, mainly because I watched a guy play the game next to me in a college class a couple years ago. Needless to say, some of his crashes and designs were entertaining.
Not too many indies I'm interested in, and I'm pretty sure Shovel Knight amiibo will end up being another rare that has to be bought at Amazon for $60 or something.
I'm all for amiibo integration into Indie titles. It would tempt me into buying some games more, but I have to agree with @ninty4thewin - I would rather have more uses for the amiibo I already own. But that's a whole other kettle of fish.
I really, really doubt that. Stock has remained good for third party characters, even in the baren wasteland of NA. I don't see why Shovel Knight would be any different.
Give me an Amiibo centric RPG or other game and I'll buy more. I dont have anything to do with my up to date Smash Amiibo collection.
Also, locking content behind Amiibo that Nintendo will purposely make impossible to easily find is pretty crappy of them. Maybe one day when Nintendo wants to actually stock them, I'll buy more
My only worry about Nindie (3rd party) Amiibo is their value, these non-Nintendo figures don't have to be used by Nintendo in their games. Obviously its possible Nintendo will add shovel knight to Mario Maker at a later date but as it stands it only works in Yacht Club games... which probably explains why co-op is unlocked exclusively via amiibo
@Mando44646 well there hasn't been any Fire Emblem series for Amiibo, yet so far its just smash versions of the character but I am hoping there will be one like the "Super Mario" range.
As for Starfox Miyamoto did say an transforming arwing is coming post launch. I do want to see an starfox range with the kinda scary taxidermy puppets art style
Woo, I'm really excited for Shovel Knight amiibo. It looks great and I'd love to have it in my collection. I still strongly disagree with them being used to unlock additional game modes if there's no cheaper DLC option available (Shovel Knight co-op and Splatoon different weapons, limited ink and time missions), but most amiibo content has been good so far.
Having more Indie amiibo would be fantastic, but I don't want it to be too excessive and I only want to see them if they have a good idea on what to use them for. A Shantae one would get me super excited.
Games wise , looking forward to Steamworld Heist , Year Walk and Fast Racing Neo. Amiibo wise , I like the idea of Indies releasing amiibo and I think the Shovel Knight amiibo looks great. Somebody in the comments mentioned a World Of Goo amiibo , I'd really like a Wii U update of the game and some Little Inferno amiibo. Does anybody know if Tomorrow Corporation intend to bring Human Resource Machine to consoles after Steam ? I still think Little Inferno is one of the best indies on the Wii U and I'd love to see a sequel to it in the future. @ThomasBW84 The video is the Kerbal Space Program trailer instead of a sizzle reel.
I think it is more than appropriate that Shovel Knight is the first 3rd party Amiibo. I couldn't think of a better candidate.
WAY too many great games to just choose 3. WAY too many.
Absolute MUST-Haves Day One
FAST Racing Neo Shantae Half Genie Hero Kerbal Space Program Runbow Hive Jump Tumble stone Steamworld Heist Yooka Laylee Little Devil Inside Typoman Shovel Knight Rive Freedom Planet Bloodstained Hollow Knight Little Devil Inside Mighty No 9 (despite my drop in interest)
And I'm sure I'm forgetting some.
@Megumi You can pre-order the Shovel Knight Amiibo right now through Amazon UK- ships to the U.S. The conversion rate works against us a little bit and you have to pay for overseas shipping, but whatever. Can always cancel if you secure a preorder here in the US at a later date. I ordered two of them to mitigate the shipping cost (the more you order the less it costs for each one).
I recommend putting in a preorder right away- they already sold out at Amazon Germany.
My general feelings is that it is just more of what I don't want laying around the house, amiibo figures that cost a lot for what they deliver. Add in that they become physical gatekeepers from content and I am doubly not interested.
With the Nindies, I would have been more impressed had the Kerbel game came over a year ago along with the other Unity capable indies that made sense.
Unless I've missed a Nintendo Download Update or something, shouldn't Runbow be classified as "Already released in North America" rather than "Already Released"?
I had mentioned this with Amiibo a long while back essentially using a Wilt Chamberlain Amiibo for nba 2k to lure those third party games back to the console. The next best thing is use of the independent developers for this, and if the toys look as good as Shovel Knight, I'm more than willing to purchase not only the figure but the game. This has grabbed my attention far more than any first party Amiibo other than the anniversary Mario.
I was actually afraid that Nintendo might monopolize the amiibo concept in some sort of fashion, denying 3rd parties access to it. Shovel Knight is a step in an intersting direction, and I hope that some other developers jump in on it, as well. Though I'd like to know how a developer "applies" for having a character represented as an amiibo. Of course, there is the ongoing stock issue, and commencing even more new amiibo figures for production doesn't really help resolve the problem at all, so it's a double-edged sword when you think about it.
But, now that I think about it, it doesn't HAVE to be a figure. A gloss card, keychain, or a fake NFC gamecart (for retail releases of download games, for example) would be nice alternatives for Limited Editions, or generally more variety in the amiibo representation.
The way I see indies...last gen, games like army of two or kingdom of amular, those are 3rd party games that gathered is no room for on today on ps4 etc... But whar are the rest of us goingvtobplat when we get bored or gta and minecraft, destiny??? No, enter today's indies. They are budget great games in a lot of cases. I'd rather pay $20 day 1 for fast neo or steam world heist, then $60 for something like mag, then sell it in 4 months for $20 back...costing me $40. And I don't have the game to play. I counted and I have 50 download games for my 3ds. I have 5 download retail Nintendo games, and 6 actual cartridge. Binding of Isaac for me is nearing 50 playthroughs with only 6 times beating it. As much as I like dark souls, this is fun and challenging too. I can wait a few more months for dark souls 3 and play games off the above list in the meantime.
I'm not a fan of the idea of making amiibo the ONLY way to unlock a piece of content. It's used well in Smash, as you can easily take your figure player to another system (or even a different version).
However, the Splatoon amiibo and amiibo in Mario Kart aren't a great use in my opinion. I think the content in these two games should be unlockable instantly with the amiibo AND also be unlockable through normal gameplay. (Nothing ridiculous such as win 32 races in a row online in first place for Mario Kart... More like reach X amount of coins, where X is a reasonable number.)
I'm not too worried about amiibo stock. There are plenty of rereleases for many amiibo and production of them is increasing. The Shovel Knight amiibo will probably not be rare. It unlocks alot of content in Shovel Knight and will unlock more content in future games. The most commen amiibo are the ones who unlock the most content, with all the Mario Amiibos besides Toad being the most commen cause they are used in both MP10 and Smash.
I love Shovel Knight, but the amiibo unlocks way to much content. Multiplayer could have easily been added in an update. It's like Mario Party 10, it's just DLC locked behind a plastic figure.
The Nindie Amiibo are definitely on my download list for the Amiiqo, at least. I forsee them being made in small quantities and thus easily scalpable, so good luck to all those who still buy them.
To each his/her own but personally I thought about getting into collecting Amiibo when they were first announced but wisely decided not to. I'm entering a stage in my life where "stuff"...especially the kind of stuff that has no/marginal use beyond sitting on your shelves collecting dust...just isn't as important anymore, and certainly not important enough to shell out the kind of absurd money it would take to keep a collection current (I'm speaking as a completist and from experience).
I still love the games, though I definitely sense the Wii U is in decline aside from Xenoblade Chronicles, Zelda, and maybe a couple of others unless new announcements are made. But from both an income level and priorities standpoint I just can't justify getting into something that's both addictive and costly...a dangerous combination.
My 3 picks are Fast Racing NEO, Shovel Knight: Plague of Shadows, and Runbow! Also THAT SHOVEL KNIGHT AMIIBO IS THE PUREST DEFINITION OF HYPE! Shovel Knight was my second favorite game last year!
I think amiibos based on other non- Nintendo characters is a great idea. There are a lot of people who love amiibos not just because they can be used to unlock stuff in games but because they make cool collectables of video game characters gamers love. I'm really hoping for a Shantae amiibo.
I dont really get the concerns over the shovel knight amiibo, the game was released 'in full' long before the amiibo was ever revealed. I think as long as the content is additional to the game then whats rhe problem
I like the idea of a Shovel Knight Amiibo. Wouldn't mind seeing a Shield Knight amiibo, or a bad guy one from the game someday. Other people want Shantae, I'm not really interested in the series but she would make a decent amiibo. I can't think of very many indie titles that would have characters that would make a good amiibo though. I'd rather see them dig out some other known characters. Arthur from Ghosts and Goblins would be great for Smash and as an Amiibo. Geno would be a big seller I think.
I was very pleasantly surprised to see Kerbal Space Program coming out on Wii U (hopefully it will come at around the same time as the other console versions) so it is top of my list alongside FAST Neo Racing. Lots of good games in that list, though; moreso than PS4 or Xbox One at least!
I'd like to see the Ryu amiibo first before they make more indie Amiibos. Although I would also buy a Beatbuddy Amiibo. But other than that, there just aren't interesting indie characters around...
It's nice that Nintendo's expanding their Amiibo lines to 3rd party companies, but the Shovel Knight Amiibo seems to have too much content locked behind it. Perhaps they could sell Co-op mode for a cheaper price off the e-shop...
Not surprising Nintendo's been making (not the biggest, but still considerable) headlines at PAX. I mean, it's basically NOA's backyard and as we know, gas isn't free. Reggie could even have driven himself. He didn't, because 6 years ago, the Wii was still printing money. I'm just saying, he could have.
Officially, I no longer own a Wii U. It took almost 2 and a half years to finally get rid of it (which is longer than I had either the PS3 or 360) but I'm down to just a New 3DS XL (I'm not 12, sorry bargain bin, faceplate junkies). I might look at an NX if they can shape up with their hardware / games / release schedules / online strategy, but I've all but separated myself from console gaming. On the other side, looking at the Nindies line-up here, I'm confident I've made the right decision to abandon the Wii U. It's clear Nintendo will postpone Zelda to the NX, Xenoblade isn't much of a step beyond the droning first game and Devil's Third is DOA. Fatal Frame deserved so much better than Koei Tecmo hyper-sexualizing their best property and Yoshi's just another insipid platformer. I mean, I guess I've seen Nintendo do so much better, even when beating their dead horses. There's no real passion to move things forward, so I've moved on while things are still remotely entertaining. Thanks for the memories Wii U. I will hereby remember you as the Dreamcast 2.0.
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I reckon Nindie amiibo could be a successful thing. The brand isn't limited to Nintendo IP anymore, and that's exciting, free promotion for both sides.
Hoo boy. I gotta get me that Shovel Knight amiibo. From what it sounds like, it's functionality is looking to be as amazing as Super Smash Bros for Wii U and Mario Party 10, in my opinion.
I'm all up for any other third-party amiibo, as long as their functionalities are not as half-baked as Kirby and the Rainbow Curse's and Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker's amiibo functionalities.
I'm all for new Amiibo, I think a Shantae Amiibo would look awesome! I don't have Shovel Knight, and won't get the Amiibo, but I'm glad it's out there for others who want it. I just hope there is a different way to get the unlockable features of Amiibo that have certain modes tied to it; in case you can't get the Amiibo, or you don't want it. If they stock a lot of the Shovel Knight Amiibo, then having another way to get the features wouldn't be necessary. But I have a feeling the stock of them won't be too high...
As long as we get Shantae, I'll be happy!
Shantae, NEO & Mutant Mudds are the only indies I'll get. And of course the free Shovel Knight DLC.
I think this is great, it's a way for Nintendo to build third party relationships from the bottom up, rather then try to compete to be the biggest subsidizer of mega-publishers.
For me, indies are where it's at right now. I see the stuff getting pumped out of the Ubisoft and EA and Activision studious, and I couldn't be more bored.
Games like Steamworld, Shovel Knight, Shantae, UnEpic, and Toki Tori have been surprise hits and welcome fresh air.
WHERE IS TREASURENAUTS!?!?!?!?
Gunman Clive would be an interesting looking amiibo though I feel using it effectively in the game would be limited. Honestly, you could slap Amiibo on anything right now and I would soak it up like a sponge!
There are quite a few indies that I'm looking forward to, and as for the Shovel Knight amiibo...it's uses are a bit questionable, but I love Shovel Knight, so I'm going to get it...TRY to get it.
Rusty amiibo!!
About the incoming indie games, my three are SteamWorld Heist (looks amazing), OddWorld and Plague of Shadows (and I'll get that Shovel Knight amiibo for sure).
I'm also interested in some of the others but those are my favorites and sure downloads.
Shantae and Rusty amiibo please!
Again, nice to see the first nonSmash third party character is an indie one. This could attract way more indies so win win win (Ninty, indies and gamers).
I do hope Wayforward goes next with Shantae and/or Patty Waggon. Would love Armillo or Scram Kitty but that is a longer shot.
Shantae and Patricia (Might Switch Force) amiibo would be awesome
I would like a World of Goo amiibo and a Commander Video amiibo.
@DarkCoolEdge THIS. I would pay scalper prices for Rusty.
Kerbal Space Program interests me most, mainly because I watched a guy play the game next to me in a college class a couple years ago. Needless to say, some of his crashes and designs were entertaining.
I'll also be keeping an eye on Steamworld Heist.
Not too many indies I'm interested in, and I'm pretty sure Shovel Knight amiibo will end up being another rare that has to be bought at Amazon for $60 or something.
I'm all for amiibo integration into Indie titles. It would tempt me into buying some games more, but I have to agree with @ninty4thewin - I would rather have more uses for the amiibo I already own. But that's a whole other kettle of fish.
That said I do want that Shovel Knight amiibo.
@Megumi
I really, really doubt that. Stock has remained good for third party characters, even in the baren wasteland of NA. I don't see why Shovel Knight would be any different.
I like Amiibo as long as I don't have to pay more than the normal price for them. Shovel Knight looks cool so I'll try and get hold of one.
Definitely want to see more 3rd party amiibo. Shantae would be excellent.
@NintyMan Apparently Playtonic pitched a Yooka-Laylee amiibo a couple months ago!
Im pissed Fire Emblem and the new Star Fox dont get Amiibo, meanwhile random multiplat Indies do? Nonsense
Give me an Amiibo centric RPG or other game and I'll buy more. I dont have anything to do with my up to date Smash Amiibo collection.
Also, locking content behind Amiibo that Nintendo will purposely make impossible to easily find is pretty crappy of them. Maybe one day when Nintendo wants to actually stock them, I'll buy more
My only worry about Nindie (3rd party) Amiibo is their value, these non-Nintendo figures don't have to be used by Nintendo in their games. Obviously its possible Nintendo will add shovel knight to Mario Maker at a later date but as it stands it only works in Yacht Club games... which probably explains why co-op is unlocked exclusively via amiibo
@Mando44646 well there hasn't been any Fire Emblem series for Amiibo, yet so far its just smash versions of the character but I am hoping there will be one like the "Super Mario" range.
As for Starfox Miyamoto did say an transforming arwing is coming post launch. I do want to see an starfox range with the kinda scary taxidermy puppets art style
Woo, I'm really excited for Shovel Knight amiibo. It looks great and I'd love to have it in my collection. I still strongly disagree with them being used to unlock additional game modes if there's no cheaper DLC option available (Shovel Knight co-op and Splatoon different weapons, limited ink and time missions), but most amiibo content has been good so far.
Having more Indie amiibo would be fantastic, but I don't want it to be too excessive and I only want to see them if they have a good idea on what to use them for. A Shantae one would get me super excited.
Games wise , looking forward to Steamworld Heist , Year Walk and Fast Racing Neo. Amiibo wise , I like the idea of Indies releasing amiibo and I think the Shovel Knight amiibo looks great. Somebody in the comments mentioned a World Of Goo amiibo , I'd really like a Wii U update of the game and some Little Inferno amiibo. Does anybody know if Tomorrow Corporation intend to bring Human Resource Machine to consoles after Steam ? I still think Little Inferno is one of the best indies on the Wii U and I'd love to see a sequel to it in the future.
@ThomasBW84 The video is the Kerbal Space Program trailer instead of a sizzle reel.
I think it is more than appropriate that Shovel Knight is the first 3rd party Amiibo. I couldn't think of a better candidate.
WAY too many great games to just choose 3. WAY too many.
Absolute MUST-Haves Day One
FAST Racing Neo
Shantae Half Genie Hero
Kerbal Space Program
Runbow
Hive Jump
Tumble stone
Steamworld Heist
Yooka Laylee
Little Devil Inside
Typoman
Shovel Knight
Rive
Freedom Planet
Bloodstained
Hollow Knight
Little Devil Inside
Mighty No 9 (despite my drop in interest)
And I'm sure I'm forgetting some.
@Megumi
You can pre-order the Shovel Knight Amiibo right now through Amazon UK- ships to the U.S. The conversion rate works against us a little bit and you have to pay for overseas shipping, but whatever. Can always cancel if you secure a preorder here in the US at a later date. I ordered two of them to mitigate the shipping cost (the more you order the less it costs for each one).
I recommend putting in a preorder right away- they already sold out at Amazon Germany.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Yacht-Club-Games-Shovel-Knight/dp/B014LGTNXS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1440878595&sr=8-1&keywords=Shovel+knight+Amiibo
@MoonKnight7 No matter what store I go to, all we have are Mario characters...
My general feelings is that it is just more of what I don't want laying around the house, amiibo figures that cost a lot for what they deliver. Add in that they become physical gatekeepers from content and I am doubly not interested.
With the Nindies, I would have been more impressed had the Kerbel game came over a year ago along with the other Unity capable indies that made sense.
I feel like I'm the only one that doesn't have Shovel Knight right now...
Why is Poncho not on that list? Otherwise, I'm pretty psyched about most of these games.
Unless I've missed a Nintendo Download Update or something, shouldn't Runbow be classified as "Already released in North America" rather than "Already Released"?
Fixed the video, that's what I get for rushing earlier!
I took the list from the Nindies PAX line-up, but will be sure to do something for non-PAX indie games too, as I know there's a decent batch of them.
Of those listed I am most interested in:
Action Henk.Plague of Shadows. Fast Racing Neo.
I had mentioned this with Amiibo a long while back essentially using a Wilt Chamberlain Amiibo for nba 2k to lure those third party games back to the console. The next best thing is use of the independent developers for this, and if the toys look as good as Shovel Knight, I'm more than willing to purchase not only the figure but the game. This has grabbed my attention far more than any first party Amiibo other than the anniversary Mario.
Definitely want Fast Racing Neo and Kerbal Space Program. My interest in amiibo has waned a lot, though.
I was actually afraid that Nintendo might monopolize the amiibo concept in some sort of fashion, denying 3rd parties access to it. Shovel Knight is a step in an intersting direction, and I hope that some other developers jump in on it, as well. Though I'd like to know how a developer "applies" for having a character represented as an amiibo.
Of course, there is the ongoing stock issue, and commencing even more new amiibo figures for production doesn't really help resolve the problem at all, so it's a double-edged sword when you think about it.
But, now that I think about it, it doesn't HAVE to be a figure. A gloss card, keychain, or a fake NFC gamecart (for retail releases of download games, for example) would be nice alternatives for Limited Editions, or generally more variety in the amiibo representation.
Indies don't really interest me & this amiibo fad can sod right off. As much as I hate to say it, I think my days as a Nintendo fan may numbered.
The way I see indies...last gen, games like army of two or kingdom of amular, those are 3rd party games that gathered is no room for on today on ps4 etc... But whar are the rest of us goingvtobplat when we get bored or gta and minecraft, destiny??? No, enter today's indies. They are budget great games in a lot of cases. I'd rather pay $20 day 1 for fast neo or steam world heist, then $60 for something like mag, then sell it in 4 months for $20 back...costing me $40. And I don't have the game to play. I counted and I have 50 download games for my 3ds. I have 5 download retail Nintendo games, and 6 actual cartridge. Binding of Isaac for me is nearing 50 playthroughs with only 6 times beating it. As much as I like dark souls, this is fun and challenging too. I can wait a few more months for dark souls 3 and play games off the above list in the meantime.
I'm not a fan of the idea of making amiibo the ONLY way to unlock a piece of content. It's used well in Smash, as you can easily take your figure player to another system (or even a different version).
However, the Splatoon amiibo and amiibo in Mario Kart aren't a great use in my opinion. I think the content in these two games should be unlockable instantly with the amiibo AND also be unlockable through normal gameplay. (Nothing ridiculous such as win 32 races in a row online in first place for Mario Kart... More like reach X amount of coins, where X is a reasonable number.)
I'm not too worried about amiibo stock. There are plenty of rereleases for many amiibo and production of them is increasing. The Shovel Knight amiibo will probably not be rare. It unlocks alot of content in Shovel Knight and will unlock more content in future games. The most commen amiibo are the ones who unlock the most content, with all the Mario Amiibos besides Toad being the most commen cause they are used in both MP10 and Smash.
I love Shovel Knight, but the amiibo unlocks way to much content. Multiplayer could have easily been added in an update. It's like Mario Party 10, it's just DLC locked behind a plastic figure.
The Nindie Amiibo are definitely on my download list for the Amiiqo, at least. I forsee them being made in small quantities and thus easily scalpable, so good luck to all those who still buy them.
To each his/her own but personally I thought about getting into collecting Amiibo when they were first announced but wisely decided not to. I'm entering a stage in my life where "stuff"...especially the kind of stuff that has no/marginal use beyond sitting on your shelves collecting dust...just isn't as important anymore, and certainly not important enough to shell out the kind of absurd money it would take to keep a collection current (I'm speaking as a completist and from experience).
I still love the games, though I definitely sense the Wii U is in decline aside from Xenoblade Chronicles, Zelda, and maybe a couple of others unless new announcements are made. But from both an income level and priorities standpoint I just can't justify getting into something that's both addictive and costly...a dangerous combination.
My 3 picks are Fast Racing NEO, Shovel Knight: Plague of Shadows, and Runbow! Also THAT SHOVEL KNIGHT AMIIBO IS THE PUREST DEFINITION OF HYPE! Shovel Knight was my second favorite game last year!
+1 to everyone who wants a Shantae amiibo.
I think amiibos based on other non- Nintendo characters is a great idea. There are a lot of people who love amiibos not just because they can be used to unlock stuff in games but because they make cool collectables of video game characters gamers love. I'm really hoping for a Shantae amiibo.
I dont really get the concerns over the shovel knight amiibo, the game was released 'in full' long before the amiibo was ever revealed. I think as long as the content is additional to the game then whats rhe problem
The Shovel Knight amiibo is cool, but I do hope we get a Shantae amiibo too.
Shovel knight is one of the worst eshop games I've had the displeasure of playing, but I would like a shantae amiibo to be released.
I like the idea of a Shovel Knight Amiibo. Wouldn't mind seeing a Shield Knight amiibo, or a bad guy one from the game someday. Other people want Shantae, I'm not really interested in the series but she would make a decent amiibo.
I can't think of very many indie titles that would have characters that would make a good amiibo though. I'd rather see them dig out some other known characters. Arthur from Ghosts and Goblins would be great for Smash and as an Amiibo. Geno would be a big seller I think.
There's some very cool looking games in there I'm looking forward to getting my grubby mitts on!
Think the love for Fast Racing Neo shows the interest still there for F Zero.
I was very pleasantly surprised to see Kerbal Space Program coming out on Wii U (hopefully it will come at around the same time as the other console versions) so it is top of my list alongside FAST Neo Racing. Lots of good games in that list, though; moreso than PS4 or Xbox One at least!
I'd like to see the Ryu amiibo first before they make more indie Amiibos. Although I would also buy a Beatbuddy Amiibo. But other than that, there just aren't interesting indie characters around...
It's nice that Nintendo's expanding their Amiibo lines to 3rd party companies, but the Shovel Knight Amiibo seems to have too much content locked behind it. Perhaps they could sell Co-op mode for a cheaper price off the e-shop...
I hope we can unlock this content that's in the shovel knights amiibo in game.
Kerbal Space Program is a huge game to be coming to Wii U. More people need to be excited for it!
Not surprising Nintendo's been making (not the biggest, but still considerable) headlines at PAX. I mean, it's basically NOA's backyard and as we know, gas isn't free. Reggie could even have driven himself. He didn't, because 6 years ago, the Wii was still printing money. I'm just saying, he could have.
Officially, I no longer own a Wii U.
It took almost 2 and a half years to finally get rid of it (which is longer than I had either the PS3 or 360) but I'm down to just a New 3DS XL (I'm not 12, sorry bargain bin, faceplate junkies).
I might look at an NX if they can shape up with their hardware / games / release schedules / online strategy, but I've all but separated myself from console gaming.
On the other side, looking at the Nindies line-up here, I'm confident I've made the right decision to abandon the Wii U.
It's clear Nintendo will postpone Zelda to the NX, Xenoblade isn't much of a step beyond the droning first game and Devil's Third is DOA.
Fatal Frame deserved so much better than Koei Tecmo hyper-sexualizing their best property and Yoshi's just another insipid platformer.
I mean, I guess I've seen Nintendo do so much better, even when beating their dead horses. There's no real passion to move things forward, so I've moved on while things are still remotely entertaining.
Thanks for the memories Wii U.
I will hereby remember you as the Dreamcast 2.0.
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