Wait. Is this an official translation, as in it's getting an official release? Or just a fan translation. I can't tell.
Also, how's the music? The music totally made Attack of the Friday Monsters for me. I think I had to figure out a way on to Japanese iTunes to download it back when it came out.
At this point, if there's a hardware announcement, I doubt it will be before the end of next week. That way Nintendo bookends both sides of E3 and makes it about them, letting third parties announce software in between. And they probably won't even "announce the announcement" until next Wed. I'd love to be wrong and still see something in the next few days though, and that's assuming any of this happens in June at all.
I don't know what's left to say about this topic. When the Switch was announced as a portable/console hybrid, the thing I was most excited about was the potential to have all of Nintendo's Virtual Console offerings in one place, rather than split between two systems. I even thought those of us who had bought dozens or hundreds of dollars worth might be able to re-download them on the Switch at a discount, as a loyalty reward for sticking with the Wii U during its lack of popularity. Boy was I an idiot.
If Nintendo wants to do those other things too, go crazy! I'm all for options for those who prefer to pay a monthly fee or to own a physical device. But just give us the option to pay for those games individually, at a reasonable price, like God intended!
After the pandemic is over, Paul Rudd should host a charity event where people get to play SNES games with him on an abandoned drive-in theater screen.
We've waited far too long for folders. It's not good enough anymore. The Switch needs playlists - custom sets of games that you can sort yourself. I don't know if that's a feature on the other major consoles either, but with the sheer number of micro games available on the eShop, it's becoming necessary.
@BloodNinja I think I may not have explained properly - I didn't mean cross-saving with the old releases themselves. I'm talking about including the original as an option (a la Metroid Zero) and then having your save data work in both versions. But it would all still be within the new release.
Lets take a simple game like Link's Awakening on Switch, for example. If they had the option in the main menu to play either the remake or a ROM of the Gameboy/Gameboy Color version, the only info that would need to be transferable would be your items, the number of rupees/hearts you currently have, and your coordinates on the game map (not sure if puzzles reset or not - it's been a while since I've played, but you get the idea) My point is, even if you're not trying to seamlessly toggle between two versions of the game instantaneously, it should be possible to "link" save data and then have your save file for one update each time the other is changed (if you so choose). For more complex RPGs it might get tougher, especially since lots of remakes involve re-balanced stats and whatnot. But even in some of those cases, it may be more a matter of how "fair" the developer wants you to play; ie. going into a simpler version of a game and scoring items that were redesigned to be less accessible.
Anyway, I'm no game design genius, but I can't imagine it's impossible in every instance, and I'd love to see it tried. But toggling, which almost certainly requires a ground-up redesign like you say - is arguably better, and I'm glad Diablo II is doing it.
I was waiting for the magic word: toggle. For someone who missed a lot of these classic games, having the option to experience the original visuals and sound is a must for me. I know it's not possible for all remakes since there's a lot going on under the hood that needs to be synchronized, but I still wish more companies would include the originals in these remasters, even if it's just dropping a ROM into the game menu. If you can have cross progression across consoles and PC, why not cross progression between your remake and an original release version?
The hate here is as predictable as clockwork. Here's the thing guys: she's a celebrity who mentions Nintendo considerably more than your average celebrity. She will be mentioned here routinely. Get over it.
Just acknowledge you're pissed that she said "I don’t need a 40-year-old white dude to tell me what didn’t work about A Wrinkle in Time" three years ago, and that if this article were about any other celebrity, you wouldn't have thought twice about it. The "anti-PC" crowd seems to be just as intent on having safe spaces where they don't need to hear the name of that person that upset them in 2018.
Still haven't bought Super Mario 3D All Stars and probably won't at this point. I don't want to support the practice of artificial scarcity in a digital market. And quite frankly, I don't feel like that collection is worth $60. I want Sunshine and Galaxy quite a bit, and I hope they appear in some more stable form this generation. If not, it'll hurt, but that's the choice I've made.
@COVIDberry I could see them going for Alex Kidd as a vintage mascot that Sakurai may have some particular fondness for. But as I think more about it, I'd say Wonder Boy is a more likely fit for that role.
It may not be tonight's reveal, but if I had to pick the character(s) I think more likely than any other at this point it would be Claire Redfield/Leon Kennedy. I also think Alex Kidd, Dante, Ryo Hazuki or even Kazuma Kiryu are decent bets, and Crash or Rayman if they decide to throw the West one more bone. -sigh- But my true wish will always be Goemon!
Wow, the full-throated defense of mega-corporations here is quite mind-boggling. Companies are not your friends. You don't have to buy their stuff and you don't need to love the value you're getting even if you do. Capitalism is supposed to be about competition - part of that is criticizing business decisions you don't like, not just saying "yes, please and thank you, oh great owners of production!"
For the record, I raised an eyebrow myself when I saw Doom 64 thrown in as an incentive, since so many people had bought it specifically to tide themselves over. Granted, Doom 64 was extremely cheap, so I don't particularly care, but I certainly won't jump down the throat of someone who does.
Four years ago I might have been annoyed by Minecraft Steve as a character in Smash, but now that I've played the game, I can appreciate it's brilliance even if I'm not a huge fan. You can't ignore the fact that this is the most successful video game of all time, and in just eleven years I think Minecraft Steve can be said to be iconic in the same way that Mario, Sonic and Pac-Man are. I also happen to think that Minecraft's music is stunning, and its worlds lend themselves to a unique looking and functioning stage for Smash. So long story short, I think this is a great addition.
Also, Minecraft Steve and Claire Redfield/Leon Kennedy were the two character additions that I thought were near-certain, so that's one half down. I'm still holding a sliver of hope for my beloved Goemon!
Limited availability isn't slimy. What's slimy is the deliberate lack of information being given to consumers. If they said "Look, these will all be available individually down the line, but if you want them bundled for a better price, you have until ____", that'd be fine. But instead it's "Will they come back? Will they be gone until the next system? Guess you're gonna just have to risk it! Teehee!"
I'd love to see Skyward Sword come to Switch, but I don't want Wind Waker and Twilight Princess to be stranded on Wii U island. I'm a sucker for playing franchises in order, and since I've never beaten any of the above, I'd really like to see the Wii U remasters first, to be honest. Better yet, all three together!
FINALLY! Waiting for Risky's Revenge to come to Switch is literally the reason I haven't pulled the trigger on any other Shantae games yet. I don't know why I insisted on playing them all in order, but at least now I can.
The only one I've played is Shantae 1 on the 3DS and I actually never beat it - I think I was up to the last dungeon. I may pick it up for Switch, especially if there are any nice tweaks or features, but Risky's Revenge is the real news for me.
It's funny that this comes up today; I've been doing a deep dive on the Ys series for the last two days. I always like to try out classic franchises in order if possible (although I've just started Ys VIII myself), so I'd like to see Ys Chronicles come to Switch. Even better if they could add some of the graphics/music options from the pre-1997 releases. I know it already includes the PC-88 soundtrack, so that's cool.
I guess you could take a screenshot of the password, but still...
I'm all for including the password system for kicks. Not having a save feature alongside though does necessarily annoying. But then, would anyone ever really enter the password?
Yes this is what I was hoping for, although the reveal of new characters actually made me disappointed once I saw it was only three. This was the perfect opportunity to bring back Goro! Are there gonna be ANOTHER two character packs after this?
@Krambo42 Not sure if you're trolling since it's such as unpopular opinion, but I actually agree with you. Maybe not better than Return, since that movie was pretty much perfect for the age when I saw it, and I think it was great for what it was. But Last Jedi was the first movie since Empire to actually try something different with the characters and the themes, and in a way, I thought, that still respected the universe. Some parts definitely fell flat, but I think history will be much kinder to The Last Jedi than to The Force Awakens.
I was so annoyed when I read this and grumbled to myself "Ugh. It's April 1st in the UK, isn't it." Then I realized, it's actually March 30th, and April 1st won't be making an appearance in any time zone for another half a day. Could this really be happening?
@AnnoyingFrenzy Yep, I was just about to say: can we please get Risky's Revenge on Switch! It's already on iOS, PS4 and Wii U for crying out loud. I'm literally waiting to buy all of the others until that one comes out. And no, I don't want to bust out my Wii U or 3DS and buy it, only to find it come to Switch the next week.
Nightdive Does What Nintendont. Keeping the N64 alive, with this, Turok and the upcoming Shadowman. But Nightdive also has Forsaken already remastered in their library, including both the PC and N64 levels of the game. Bring it to Switch!
I know it's a bit obscure now, but I REALLY want a Sleeping Dogs port on Switch.
After that, I'd also like to see a BioShock collection, an Arkham collection, Assassin's Creed Ezio Collection, Bully and (as you mentioned) Shenmue 1 and 2 HD. Those are almost all PS3-era games, so I can't see any huge problems with porting any of them.
I don't know... At first I thought it was totally the Envato animation, but after looking closely, NMH looks WAY more like the original Studio Plumeau animation than it does the Envato one. Either it was straight up stolen, or someone saw both assets and thought it was fair to use either variation. Either way, Grasshopper needs to find the individual responsible, or face the music.
And for those saying to "chill out" about IP theft: I'm no fan of IP law myself. But I am totally on the side of a small company having work stolen by a big one. Copyrights are a matter of survival for them and those are exactly the people IP laws SHOULD be protecting.
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Re: 'My Summer Vacation', By The Makers Of 'Attack Of The Friday Monsters', Is Getting An English Translation
Wait. Is this an official translation, as in it's getting an official release? Or just a fan translation. I can't tell.
Also, how's the music? The music totally made Attack of the Friday Monsters for me. I think I had to figure out a way on to Japanese iTunes to download it back when it came out.
Re: Nintendo's E3 Direct To Air 15th June
At this point, if there's a hardware announcement, I doubt it will be before the end of next week. That way Nintendo bookends both sides of E3 and makes it about them, letting third parties announce software in between. And they probably won't even "announce the announcement" until next Wed. I'd love to be wrong and still see something in the next few days though, and that's assuming any of this happens in June at all.
Re: Talking Point: Surely It's Time For Game Boy On Nintendo Switch Online?
I don't know what's left to say about this topic. When the Switch was announced as a portable/console hybrid, the thing I was most excited about was the potential to have all of Nintendo's Virtual Console offerings in one place, rather than split between two systems. I even thought those of us who had bought dozens or hundreds of dollars worth might be able to re-download them on the Switch at a discount, as a loyalty reward for sticking with the Wii U during its lack of popularity. Boy was I an idiot.
Re: Sega Will Start Selling NFTs Based On Its IPs This Summer
Nice to see SEGA going back to their yakuza roots!
Re: Talking Point: Why Did Nintendo Give Up On Its 'Classic Edition' Concept So Soon?
I don't want any more classic editions.
I don't want a subscription paywall.
I just want the Virtual Console.
If Nintendo wants to do those other things too, go crazy! I'm all for options for those who prefer to pay a monthly fee or to own a physical device. But just give us the option to pay for those games individually, at a reasonable price, like God intended!
Re: More Retro Games Are On The Way To Capcom Arcade Stadium
The only new feature I want is the ability to buy individual games.
Re: Random: Someone Really Wants Ant-Man To Sign Their Super Nintendo
After the pandemic is over, Paul Rudd should host a charity event where people get to play SNES games with him on an abandoned drive-in theater screen.
Re: The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles Brings Long-Awaited Games To Switch This July
Coincidentally, "AA" is also a rough translation of Naruhodo.
Re: Rumour: Is Something Going On Between Microsoft And Nintendo?
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Re: Back Page: An Interview With Luigi, The Late Mario's Brother And Business Partner
The only thing I love more than the media's obsession over the removal of Mario games from the eShop is how much the Nintendo apologists hate it.
Re: The Absolute Worst Castlevania Is Coming To Arcade Archives On Switch
Is it the worst Castlevania ever? Because with that promotional artwork, I'm pretty sure it's the best Castlevania ever.
Re: Nintendo Says Mario Will Continue To "Power-Up" As It Begins To Shut Down His Anniversary Celebrations
Goodbye, Super Mario 3D All Stars. I not at all knew thee.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo 3DS Features That Should Really Be On Switch
We've waited far too long for folders. It's not good enough anymore. The Switch needs playlists - custom sets of games that you can sort yourself. I don't know if that's a feature on the other major consoles either, but with the sheer number of micro games available on the eShop, it's becoming necessary.
Re: UK Charts: Super Mario 3D All-Stars Sees Huge Sales Spike Ahead Of Its Removal From Stores This Week
HOLD! HOOOOOOOLD!
Re: Nintendo Isn't Backing Down On Its Decision To Pull Mario Products From Stores This Month
I'm not buying Super Mario 3D All-Stars as a limited release, plain and simple.
Re: Diablo II: Resurrected Is Coming To The Nintendo Switch This Year
@BloodNinja I think I may not have explained properly - I didn't mean cross-saving with the old releases themselves. I'm talking about including the original as an option (a la Metroid Zero) and then having your save data work in both versions. But it would all still be within the new release.
Lets take a simple game like Link's Awakening on Switch, for example. If they had the option in the main menu to play either the remake or a ROM of the Gameboy/Gameboy Color version, the only info that would need to be transferable would be your items, the number of rupees/hearts you currently have, and your coordinates on the game map (not sure if puzzles reset or not - it's been a while since I've played, but you get the idea) My point is, even if you're not trying to seamlessly toggle between two versions of the game instantaneously, it should be possible to "link" save data and then have your save file for one update each time the other is changed (if you so choose). For more complex RPGs it might get tougher, especially since lots of remakes involve re-balanced stats and whatnot. But even in some of those cases, it may be more a matter of how "fair" the developer wants you to play; ie. going into a simpler version of a game and scoring items that were redesigned to be less accessible.
Anyway, I'm no game design genius, but I can't imagine it's impossible in every instance, and I'd love to see it tried. But toggling, which almost certainly requires a ground-up redesign like you say - is arguably better, and I'm glad Diablo II is doing it.
Re: Diablo II: Resurrected Is Coming To The Nintendo Switch This Year
I was waiting for the magic word: toggle. For someone who missed a lot of these classic games, having the option to experience the original visuals and sound is a must for me. I know it's not possible for all remakes since there's a lot going on under the hood that needs to be synchronized, but I still wish more companies would include the originals in these remasters, even if it's just dropping a ROM into the game menu. If you can have cross progression across consoles and PC, why not cross progression between your remake and an original release version?
Re: Random: Brie Larson Doesn't Want To Be The Clown Villager From Animal Crossing
The hate here is as predictable as clockwork. Here's the thing guys: she's a celebrity who mentions Nintendo considerably more than your average celebrity. She will be mentioned here routinely. Get over it.
Just acknowledge you're pissed that she said "I don’t need a 40-year-old white dude to tell me what didn’t work about A Wrinkle in Time" three years ago, and that if this article were about any other celebrity, you wouldn't have thought twice about it. The "anti-PC" crowd seems to be just as intent on having safe spaces where they don't need to hear the name of that person that upset them in 2018.
Re: Bowser Explains Why Mario's Games Will Be Removed On 31st March 2021
Still haven't bought Super Mario 3D All Stars and probably won't at this point. I don't want to support the practice of artificial scarcity in a digital market. And quite frankly, I don't feel like that collection is worth $60. I want Sunshine and Galaxy quite a bit, and I hope they appear in some more stable form this generation. If not, it'll hurt, but that's the choice I've made.
Re: The Next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Fighter Will Be Revealed During The Game Awards
@COVIDberry I could see them going for Alex Kidd as a vintage mascot that Sakurai may have some particular fondness for. But as I think more about it, I'd say Wonder Boy is a more likely fit for that role.
Re: The Next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Fighter Will Be Revealed During The Game Awards
It may not be tonight's reveal, but if I had to pick the character(s) I think more likely than any other at this point it would be Claire Redfield/Leon Kennedy. I also think Alex Kidd, Dante, Ryo Hazuki or even Kazuma Kiryu are decent bets, and Crash or Rayman if they decide to throw the West one more bone. -sigh- But my true wish will always be Goemon!
Re: Video: 16 Brutal Minutes Of DOOM Eternal Switch Gameplay
Wow, the full-throated defense of mega-corporations here is quite mind-boggling. Companies are not your friends. You don't have to buy their stuff and you don't need to love the value you're getting even if you do. Capitalism is supposed to be about competition - part of that is criticizing business decisions you don't like, not just saying "yes, please and thank you, oh great owners of production!"
For the record, I raised an eyebrow myself when I saw Doom 64 thrown in as an incentive, since so many people had bought it specifically to tide themselves over. Granted, Doom 64 was extremely cheap, so I don't particularly care, but I certainly won't jump down the throat of someone who does.
Re: Re-Release Of N64 Classic Glover Appears To Be Taking Shape, Kickstarter Teased
@NotoriousWhiz and Body Harvest!
Re: Fangamer Has Just Launched A Range Of Goemon Merchandise
Goemon confirmed for Smash!
Re: Cult FMV Shooter Corpse Killer Is Shambling Towards Your Nintendo Switch
Man, these just keep getting better and better.
Re: Video: Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Calamity Trailer Shows Breath Of The Wild's Hestu In Action
Funny, I'm usually not a fan of English voice acting but my first reaction to hearing Hetsu in this trailer was "that's actually pretty good".
Re: This Is What Kirby's Minecraft Form Looks Like In Smash Bros. Ultimate
Quite frankly I'd have been outraged if this WASN'T the copy ability.
Re: Reports About Super Mario Bros. 35 Being A "Rip Off" Of Last Year's Fan-Made Battle Royale Simply "Not True"
It's true, Nintendo are notorious hacks. Adding Minecraft Steve to Smash was based on an idea I had two and a half weeks ago.
Re: Minecraft's Steve Revealed As Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Next DLC Fighter
Four years ago I might have been annoyed by Minecraft Steve as a character in Smash, but now that I've played the game, I can appreciate it's brilliance even if I'm not a huge fan. You can't ignore the fact that this is the most successful video game of all time, and in just eleven years I think Minecraft Steve can be said to be iconic in the same way that Mario, Sonic and Pac-Man are. I also happen to think that Minecraft's music is stunning, and its worlds lend themselves to a unique looking and functioning stage for Smash. So long story short, I think this is a great addition.
Also, Minecraft Steve and Claire Redfield/Leon Kennedy were the two character additions that I thought were near-certain, so that's one half down. I'm still holding a sliver of hope for my beloved Goemon!
Re: Macbat 64 Brings N64-Inspired 3D Platforming To Switch Later This Week
"Games never need to look better than this!" - me in 1997
Re: The Long-Lost Clockwork Aquario Is Being Pushed Back To 2021, New Screens Revealed
Damn, that's one pretty-ass game.
Re: Review: Super Mario 3D All-Stars - Three Of Mario's Greatest Adventures Come To Switch
You'd tell us if Super Mario Galaxy 2 was a secret unlockable, right Nintendo Life? * sniff *
Re: Legal Documents Suggest Monster Energy Is To Blame For Ubisoft's Gods & Monsters Name Change
Oh yeah, I'm totally gonna get those brands confused...
@Shamrock Not quite!
Re: Poll: How Do You Feel About 'Limited-Time' Games From Nintendo?
Limited availability isn't slimy. What's slimy is the deliberate lack of information being given to consumers. If they said "Look, these will all be available individually down the line, but if you want them bundled for a better price, you have until ____", that'd be fine. But instead it's "Will they come back? Will they be gone until the next system? Guess you're gonna just have to risk it! Teehee!"
Re: Review: Bounty Battle - A Reprehensible Indie-Infused Take On Super Smash Bros.
@status-204 I figured unplayable would be zero stars. Which means there's something between this and a broken game. Maybe this gets a 2 for concept?
Re: Rumour: Is The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Taking To The Skies On Nintendo Switch?
I'd love to see Skyward Sword come to Switch, but I don't want Wind Waker and Twilight Princess to be stranded on Wii U island. I'm a sucker for playing franchises in order, and since I've never beaten any of the above, I'd really like to see the Wii U remasters first, to be honest. Better yet, all three together!
Re: Nintendo Download: 16th July (North America)
"perhaps even unlock a convenient one-finger mode."
Hoo, boy!
Re: WayForward Is Releasing Two Classic Shantae Games On The Nintendo Switch
FINALLY! Waiting for Risky's Revenge to come to Switch is literally the reason I haven't pulled the trigger on any other Shantae games yet. I don't know why I insisted on playing them all in order, but at least now I can.
The only one I've played is Shantae 1 on the 3DS and I actually never beat it - I think I was up to the last dungeon. I may pick it up for Switch, especially if there are any nice tweaks or features, but Risky's Revenge is the real news for me.
Re: Demon-Slaying RPG Ys Origin Announced For Nintendo Switch, Physical Editions Confirmed
It's funny that this comes up today; I've been doing a deep dive on the Ys series for the last two days. I always like to try out classic franchises in order if possible (although I've just started Ys VIII myself), so I'd like to see Ys Chronicles come to Switch. Even better if they could add some of the graphics/music options from the pre-1997 releases. I know it already includes the PC-88 soundtrack, so that's cool.
Re: Review: Ultracore - DICE's Lost 1994 Run And Gun Shooter Is Reborn On Switch
I guess you could take a screenshot of the password, but still...
I'm all for including the password system for kicks. Not having a save feature alongside though does necessarily annoying. But then, would anyone ever really enter the password?
Re: Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath Revealed, A New Story Expansion Launching This Month
Yes this is what I was hoping for, although the reveal of new characters actually made me disappointed once I saw it was only three. This was the perfect opportunity to bring back Goro! Are there gonna be ANOTHER two character packs after this?
Re: LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Will Feature Almost 500 Characters, Key Art And Screenshots Revealed
@Krambo42 Not sure if you're trolling since it's such as unpopular opinion, but I actually agree with you. Maybe not better than Return, since that movie was pretty much perfect for the age when I saw it, and I think it was great for what it was. But Last Jedi was the first movie since Empire to actually try something different with the characters and the themes, and in a way, I thought, that still respected the universe. Some parts definitely fell flat, but I think history will be much kinder to The Last Jedi than to The Force Awakens.
Rise of Skywalker was garbage though.
Re: PlatinumGames' Fourth Reveal Turned Out To Be An April Fools' Joke
Okay, so I watched it, and...
I thought it was pretty funny. Also, I'd play that.
But yeah, Bayonetta 3 reveal trailer tomorrow. Don't worry.
Re: Nintendo To Remaster 'Most Of Super Mario’s 35-Year Catalogue' For Switch in 2020, New Report Says
@RedZone908 UGH! I would be sooo pissed. This would just be cruel!
Re: PlatinumGames' Fourth Reveal Turned Out To Be An April Fools' Joke
Guys, relax. Bayonetta 3 reveal trailer tomorrow.
Re: Nintendo To Remaster 'Most Of Super Mario’s 35-Year Catalogue' For Switch in 2020, New Report Says
I was so annoyed when I read this and grumbled to myself "Ugh. It's April 1st in the UK, isn't it." Then I realized, it's actually March 30th, and April 1st won't be making an appearance in any time zone for another half a day. Could this really be happening?
Re: Shantae And The Seven Sirens Sets Course For Switch This May, New Details Revealed
@AnnoyingFrenzy Yep, I was just about to say: can we please get Risky's Revenge on Switch! It's already on iOS, PS4 and Wii U for crying out loud. I'm literally waiting to buy all of the others until that one comes out. And no, I don't want to bust out my Wii U or 3DS and buy it, only to find it come to Switch the next week.
Re: Review: DOOM 64 - Will Tide You Over Until DOOM Eternal Arrives On Switch
Nightdive Does What Nintendont. Keeping the N64 alive, with this, Turok and the upcoming Shadowman. But Nightdive also has Forsaken already remastered in their library, including both the PC and N64 levels of the game. Bring it to Switch!
Re: Feature: Nintendo Switch Ports We'd Love To See In 2020
I know it's a bit obscure now, but I REALLY want a Sleeping Dogs port on Switch.
After that, I'd also like to see a BioShock collection, an Arkham collection, Assassin's Creed Ezio Collection, Bully and (as you mentioned) Shenmue 1 and 2 HD. Those are almost all PS3-era games, so I can't see any huge problems with porting any of them.
Re: Animation Effect From No More Heroes 3 Extended Cut Trailer Surprises Studio
I don't know... At first I thought it was totally the Envato animation, but after looking closely, NMH looks WAY more like the original Studio Plumeau animation than it does the Envato one. Either it was straight up stolen, or someone saw both assets and thought it was fair to use either variation. Either way, Grasshopper needs to find the individual responsible, or face the music.
And for those saying to "chill out" about IP theft: I'm no fan of IP law myself. But I am totally on the side of a small company having work stolen by a big one. Copyrights are a matter of survival for them and those are exactly the people IP laws SHOULD be protecting.