Here's what I think Nintendo should do for early-adoters:
I think Nintendo should give those who bought the Wii U Deluxe Set $50 in eShop credit to make up for the price difference. Additionally, Nintendo should give those who bought the Wii U ZombiU Deluxe Set $90 in eShop credit (for the difference between that and the WW bundle.)
Alternatively, since the Famicom Promotion was somewhat similar to an Ambassador Program, Nintendo could theoretically get away with providing no Promotion whatsoever.
Nintendo could also provide a partial compromise with consumers by providing a Digital Certificate, a la 3DS.
@ThomasBW84 Technically, it wasn't late at all, as Nintendo said it would be released on August 9th (today). From Nintendo Life's own article: "the app is making its way to the Wii U eShop (in North America and Europe) this Friday, 9th August."
@dragon_rider It's not that, but it's just that because I'm under 18 (only 13 here), the eShop won't let me download or view info for (and as such download demos of) M-rated titles, such as RE:R or ACIII.
This should hopefully give me a chance to buy Most Wanted in 6 months or so when I have the money to spend.
I had a dream once that I was at GameStop and they had the game used for $0.07... If only it hadn't been a dream that'd be a sweet deal, and also the first time seeing a big game for less than a dollar.
Don't really have a lot of time to game this weekend, but when I do get to game I'll be playing:
ZombiU - I have been stuck on The Arena for a few weeks, so I may try and finally beat it. Animal Crossing City Folk - This is far, far from my favorite game in the series, but I'm trying to get pumped up for New Leaf, so I may spend a few hours playing it. Animal Crossing (GCN) - My most favorite game in the series by far (hopefully a claim to be made with New Leaf soon, who knows?). I recently deleted my save data from a memory card, so I'll be playing this just for fun.
Does anyone know how many blocks the eShop version takes up? That's one of the reasons why I'm stuck on retail vs. download for this one. Any suggestions?
This is my first post since I got my Wii U ZombiU Deluxe Set two weeks ago (I bought it entirely with my own money that I was saving up since at least February 2011). With that being said, I'll be playing:
ZombiU (it really is an amazing game)
F-Zero (best racing game ever!!)
Monster Hunter Tri Ultimate [Demo] (I've never played any Monster Hunter before, so I'll see how it goes)
That's about it for me this weekend. In a few weeks, when I'm finally done with all these games, I'll revisit my old Wii collection (mostly LoZ:SS and Grandmaster Galaxy Prankster Comet in SMG2 for me).
Dj64Mk7 (My Nintendo Network ID; look for me on MiiVerse)
Who cares? Why do we even need HD? Super Mario Galaxy looked absolutely beautiful, and it wasn't HD. Can't we just go back to days when graphics didn't matter and it was all about the games, please!
@ChrisT99 UPDATE: It turns out I was right as I didn't have time to play any games. I have a jam-packed rest of the week, so no games for me this week. Oh well, there's always next week...
I have a Book Report due on Monday, and Math homework, and other stuff, so I might not be able to play any games this weekend, but if I do, I'll be playing:
-The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword (I'm stuck in Faron Woods)
-Super Mario Galaxy 2 (I just can't do that dang Grandmaster Galaxy Comet, it's so hard)
-Super Mario 3D Land (I'm stuck on S3-5)
And I'll be thinking of ways that I can save up enough money to get a Wii U next month
A)Will Mii's be supported B)Will DSiWare games be transfereble,if so will there be a fee C)Shop=Virtual Console ,3DSWare D)Price E)Will there be backwords compatability with original DS game cards
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Making it rain. Not money, but Watts.
Re: Video: Behold The Incredible Destructive Power Of The Mario Kart 8 Super Horn
@Mk_II But what about the battle mode?
9/10, for sure.
Re: First Impressions: Does Mugen's 2DS XL Battery Make Or Break The Handheld?
@andyrob_24_7 In the third paragraph, it says "*3*DS XL" instead of "2DS XL."
Re: Video: Join Us For A Relaxing Weekend Drive Around Mario Kart 8's Vintage Circuits
@SMEXIZELDAMAN The release date for Mario Kart 8 is May 30th. Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection is being shut down on May 20th.
Re: Nintendo Download: 8th May (North America)
No Mario Kart demo?
Re: Video: We Blast Around Five Of Our Favourite New Tracks In Mario Kart 8
@jariw So the actual game will run even smoother than the video?
Re: Sleek Metal NES Analogue Nt Now Available for Preorder
@SuperKMx But with an actual NES, you're never guaranteed that it would actually work. Same goes for the CRT.
Re: Dead Pixel Entertainment Announces Sync, A Wii U Exclusive FPS Inspired By Metroid Prime
It looks awesome, and I love the fact that it's a Wii U exclusive. Make it awesome, then take my money.
Re: Nintendo Download: 16th January (North America)
I knew I should've waited to buy Etrian Odyssey (I bought it at $29.99) .
Re: Review: Super Mario 3D World (Wii U)
Nice! Why do I have to wait until Christmas to get this game?
Re: Reggie Fils-Aime Reiterates That There's "Nothing to Announce in Terms of an Ambassador Program"
Here's what I think Nintendo should do for early-adoters:
I think Nintendo should give those who bought the Wii U Deluxe Set $50 in eShop credit to make up for the price difference. Additionally, Nintendo should give those who bought the Wii U ZombiU Deluxe Set $90 in eShop credit (for the difference between that and the WW bundle.)
Alternatively, since the Famicom Promotion was somewhat similar to an Ambassador Program, Nintendo could theoretically get away with providing no Promotion whatsoever.
Nintendo could also provide a partial compromise with consumers by providing a Digital Certificate, a la 3DS.
Re: Out Now: Art Academy: SketchPad Arrives, Right on Time, in North America and Europe
@ThomasBW84 Technically, it wasn't late at all, as Nintendo said it would be released on August 9th (today).
From Nintendo Life's own article: "the app is making its way to the Wii U eShop (in North America and Europe) this Friday, 9th August."
Re: Hideki Konno Delves Into Mario Kart 8
I want the Pro Contoller to be supported, then I would have no problem going from playing Mario Kart on Wii U to playing it on 3DS.
Re: Nintendo Download: 9th May 2013 (North America)
@dragon_rider It's not that, but it's just that because I'm under 18 (only 13 here), the eShop won't let me download or view info for (and as such download demos of) M-rated titles, such as RE:R or ACIII.
Re: Nintendo Download: 9th May 2013 (North America)
I would soo download the Revelations demo if it weren't for the stupid eShop age restriction thing. How do I get around that?
Re: EarthBound Delay May Not Have Been Caused By Music Licensing Issues After All
@mariobro4 That sounds really awesome!
Re: EarthBound Delay May Not Have Been Caused By Music Licensing Issues After All
I've never even heard of this game before, what is it like? Is it an RPG or something similar? I know nothing about this game.
Re: Criterion Has No Immediate Plans For More Need For Speed
This should hopefully give me a chance to buy Most Wanted in 6 months or so when I have the money to spend.
I had a dream once that I was at GameStop and they had the game used for $0.07... If only it hadn't been a dream that'd be a sweet deal, and also the first time seeing a big game for less than a dollar.
Re: Talking Point: What Games Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue Eleven
Don't really have a lot of time to game this weekend, but when I do get to game I'll be playing:
ZombiU - I have been stuck on The Arena for a few weeks, so I may try and finally beat it.
Animal Crossing City Folk - This is far, far from my favorite game in the series, but I'm trying to get pumped up for New Leaf, so I may spend a few hours playing it.
Animal Crossing (GCN) - My most favorite game in the series by far (hopefully a claim to be made with New Leaf soon, who knows?). I recently deleted my save data from a memory card, so I'll be playing this just for fun.
Re: File Sizes Revealed For 3DS eShop Retail Downloads
@clavier141 That's a great idea.
Re: Video: This Animal Crossing: New Leaf Trailer Shows You Around
Does anyone know how many blocks the eShop version takes up? That's one of the reasons why I'm stuck on retail vs. download for this one. Any suggestions?
Re: Feature: The GamePad - From Waggling Remotes To Dual Sticks and a Touchscreen
GamePad makes my hands cramp after awhile; Pro Controller is really, really comfortable though, more so than GCN controller in my opinion.
Re: LEGO City: Undercover
@X-145 What does it mean for a game to be sandbox-style?
Re: Nintendo Set To Host Mysterious 3DS Event In A Couple Of Weeks
All I want is three things:
Re: Site News: Happy "Nintendo Life" Anniversary!
James should've come back from Nintendo just to write THIS here article.
Re: Talking Point: What Games Are You Playing This Weekend? - Easter Edition
So much church stuff with The Easter Triduum, it's hard to find time to game! When I do find time though, I'll be playing:
If your curious as to why I'm playing both MH demo's, it's so I can figure out which version I like better.
Re: Nintendo Download: 28th March 2013 (North America)
Just bought Punch-Out for $0.30 on Wii U earlier today, might download the 3DS demo of MH3U later.
Re: Talking Point: What Games Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue Ten
@TotalHenshin
I'm not 100% sure, but I guess it's where the player goes and defeats every single enemy in a stage (correct?).
Re: Talking Point: What Games Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue Ten
This is my first post since I got my Wii U ZombiU Deluxe Set two weeks ago (I bought it entirely with my own money that I was saving up since at least February 2011). With that being said, I'll be playing:
That's about it for me this weekend. In a few weeks, when I'm finally done with all these games, I'll revisit my old Wii collection (mostly LoZ:SS and Grandmaster Galaxy Prankster Comet in SMG2 for me).
Dj64Mk7 (My Nintendo Network ID; look for me on MiiVerse)
Re: Feature: EB Expo 2012 Nintendo Booth Impressions
@ChunkyDroid I've never seen a gold marker before...
Re: Nintendo Download: 11th October 2012 (North America)
I wish Nintendo would give us a demo of NSMB 2 already...
Re: Feature: EB Expo 2012 Nintendo Booth Impressions
@ChunkyDroid Did he sign it with a sharpie?
Re: New Super Mario Bros. U Confirmed as 1080p, Or Not
Who cares? Why do we even need HD? Super Mario Galaxy looked absolutely beautiful, and it wasn't HD. Can't we just go back to days when graphics didn't matter and it was all about the games, please!
Re: Feature: EB Expo 2012 Nintendo Booth Impressions
What do they mean by "sign more handhelds"??
Do they mean that Charles actually signed peoples' 3DS's?
Re: File Sizes Revealed For 3DS eShop Retail Downloads
@clavier141 That's a great idea, it really is.
Re: Talking Point: What Games Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue Seven
@ChrisT99
UPDATE: It turns out I was right as I didn't have time to play any games. I have a jam-packed rest of the week, so no games for me this week. Oh well, there's always next week...
Re: Our Animal Crossing Nintendo Direct Translation Awaits Forest Folk Within
Why do we have to wait until 2013? WHY? It's not fair...
Re: Talking Point: What Games Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue Seven
I have a Book Report due on Monday, and Math homework, and other stuff, so I might not be able to play any games this weekend, but if I do, I'll be playing:
-The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword (I'm stuck in Faron Woods)
-Super Mario Galaxy 2 (I just can't do that dang Grandmaster Galaxy Comet, it's so hard)
-Super Mario 3D Land (I'm stuck on S3-5)
And I'll be thinking of ways that I can save up enough money to get a Wii U next month
Re: Tesco Slashes 3DS to Low Low Price of £175
if only it was the price of the dsi or lower ($150 anyone) why is it so expensive anyway?
Re: Nintendo's 3DS Events - We Want Your Questions!
A)Will Mii's be supported
B)Will DSiWare games be transfereble,if so will there be a fee
C)Shop=Virtual Console ,3DSWare
D)Price
E)Will there be backwords compatability with original DS game cards