I'm not a big Metroid fan so I suppose I can't say for certain....but I can understand why the fans would be unhappy with this. It doesn't even seem like Samus will make an appearance. It might as well not be a Metroid game.
@KDChronos Well I imagine indies who find success on Kickstarter want the same success for other indies on Kickstarter and they more than any other developers understand the importance of Kickstarter and crowdfunding. I think there's a kind of "The little guys helping each other out" kind of mentality.
I really hope they go back to the style of the original two games and bring partners back. I don't mind if they try to innovate, but I think there are certain things that should act as the foundation rather than being left out.
Also don't be afraid to have plenty of creative wacky characters and locations. I don't want to see too many Toads hanging around.
You know I could see them revealing Roy and Wolf/Ballot Character(s) in this presentation and saving just Ryu for the digital event when more people are watching.
I'm kind of neutral towards Lucas....but I think I'm going to buy him on both versions if only because I have a favourite I'm hoping gets in as dlc and if each character sells super well it might encourage them to go further than they were intending.
I really wish they had Gamecube games on the virtual console. Adding games from that console would really inject some life back into the virtual console.
As much as I have fond memories of playing the original Banjo Kazooie, I can't help but wonder if this game is going to stand out on it's own merits or just end up being "We desperately want to relive the glory days of Banjo-Kazooie!": The Game.
Not impressed with this. The thought of another Marth clone annoys me to no end. I don't have anything against Ryu really but there are numerous other characters I'm more interested in. He's not really on my radar.
I'd probably buy Ryu and pass on Roy.
I wonder if the ballot means anything at all or is it just to keep us amused....
I'm still spinning from the thought of being able to vote in the ballot for Isaac from Golden Sun. That game was such a huge part of my childhood and Isaac has huge moveset potential, how on earth do I condense that into 500 characters or less?
It's still a bit odd that physical games and eShop games are being separated like that. They're all on the 3DS aren't they? Wouldn't it give a clearer view if we could vote on all of them at once?
It's almost like eShop games are being treated as inferior....in my opinion some of the best 3DS games are download only.
I might get the Mario Kart dlc pack. I have something like 4800 stars so if they add the second one too I'll be able to get both through Club Nintendo.
Alternatively I might get Golden Sun. Already played it but it might be nice to replay it.
Out of the confirmed games I'm looking forward to playing Octodad the most.
There are other indie games (said to be heading to Wii U) still in development that I'm more excited for than these though. (Earthlock, Dex, Children of Morta etc)
Also, I think more people need to improve their own judgement when it comes to what they choose to play. They shouldn't treat a score as gospel, in the end all these reviews are written by people with their own tastes and biases. They're not omnipotent gods who know what's right for you.
Honestly I think I'd rather scores were dropped. Too often I just scroll to the bottom and look at the score, to the point where I don't think the reviews are that useful anymore. I also appreciate how metacritic scores are messing with developers, I don't like the idea of that at all.
I think the score can make the actual review a waste of time. I don't read most of the reviews on this site. (unless I'm already interested in the game which defeats the purpose)
Granted these days I'm more likely to look at gameplay videos on youtube and use my own (generally accurate) judgement to decide what I play. Perhaps if you made video reviews with gameplay footage they would be more engaging to the community?
I think I'd prefer a Recommend/Avoid label system.
Did I occur to you that there will be plenty of people who never bought the original Majora's Mask? Especially considering it was such an oddball in the franchise. (Not to mention people too young to have played it)
If it does well it's not necessarily because people who played it before are buying it again.
I definitely enjoy unlocking characters. The roster is already so big I don't find it necessary to have all of it available from day one. I love the thrill of finding a new character.
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Re: Nintendo Posts a New Fatal Frame V Trailer, Fall Release Confirmed For North America
I kind of wish they had put this in the Digital Event, be a little more daring.
Re: New Trailer Emerges for Shin Megami Tensei X Fire Emblem
I'm reasonably excited for this. I just wish they had shown more gameplay footage. I think it would have made a huge difference.
Re: Mario & Luigi Paper Jam Brings More RPG Action To 3DS Next Year
I'm on the fence with this one. Paper Mario has been turning me off recently, although I still enjoy the Mario & Luigi games.
I'll just have to wait and see.
Re: Metroid Prime: Federation Force Is The Metroid Game You Didn't Expect, Or Perhaps Want
I'm not a big Metroid fan so I suppose I can't say for certain....but I can understand why the fans would be unhappy with this. It doesn't even seem like Samus will make an appearance. It might as well not be a Metroid game.
Re: Poll: What Did You Think of Nintendo's E3 Digital Event?
I'm disappointed, but I should point out that I've never been a Star Fox fan. So don't lump me in with those people who "don't know what they want".
Re: Feature: What We Expect from Nintendo's E3 Digital Event
Paper Mario (in the style of the first two games) and Golden Sun 4 would make for an amazing Digital Event for me.
Re: Ryu, Roy, New Stages and More Now Available in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U & 3DS
I'll probably just buy the characters and the Kirby stage.
I don't really care much for the Mii Costumes (although I might pick the Inkling ones up if we never get them as actual playable characters)
Re: Shovel Knight Digs His Way Into Bloodstained As Kickstarter Campaign Strides Towards The $4.5 Million Mark
@KDChronos Well I imagine indies who find success on Kickstarter want the same success for other indies on Kickstarter and they more than any other developers understand the importance of Kickstarter and crowdfunding. I think there's a kind of "The little guys helping each other out" kind of mentality.
Re: Hyrule Warriors Is Slashing Its Way to 3DS
I'm not that bothered by this leak, since it's not something I would have been particularly impressed with anyway.
Not really interested in Hyrule Warriors.
Re: Feature: Nintendo Franchises We Want to See at E3 - Paper Mario
I really hope they go back to the style of the original two games and bring partners back. I don't mind if they try to innovate, but I think there are certain things that should act as the foundation rather than being left out.
Also don't be afraid to have plenty of creative wacky characters and locations. I don't want to see too many Toads hanging around.
Re: Reggie Fils-Aime Promises 3DS E3 Reveals While Being as Vague as Possible
Golden Sun 4 please. I'm crossing my fingers AND toes.
Re: Reggie Fils-Aime Promises 3DS E3 Reveals While Being as Vague as Possible
Dance Dance Revolution X Xenoblade Chronicles crossover.
Kpop dance remix of "You Will Know Our Names" plays in the background
Shulk: I'm really feeling it.
Riki: Happy Happy Time!
Re: Video: Extended Trailer For Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon is Released
Wow that affinity chart seems like a pretty shameless nab from Xenoblade Chronicles.
Re: Nintendo Announces a Special Video Presentation for Super Smash Bros., Hosted by Masahiro Sakurai
You know I could see them revealing Roy and Wolf/Ballot Character(s) in this presentation and saving just Ryu for the digital event when more people are watching.
Re: Fan Site Randomly Generates a "Leaked" List of Nintendo's E3 Plans
The Legend of Zelda: Governor of Dirt
Sounds thrilling.
Re: Lucas DLC Confirmed for 14th June Release on Super Smash Bros. for Wii U & 3DS
I'm kind of neutral towards Lucas....but I think I'm going to buy him on both versions if only because I have a favourite I'm hoping gets in as dlc and if each character sells super well it might encourage them to go further than they were intending.
Re: Talking Point: Prepare Yourselves - E3 Silly Season is Here
I'm ready to cry when Isaac as smash dlc is included in an E3 "rumour" and then inevitably turns out to be fake.
Re: Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon is Adventuring to 3DS
"Super" doesn't exactly fill me with hope.
I really enjoy the Pokemon Mystery Dungeon series but Gates to Infinity was a bit of a step down. So I'm not sold on this yet.
I'm getting tired of adding "New" or "Super" to the start of all these games. Why can't it be "Fantabulous Pokemon Mystery Dungeon"?
Re: Video: 'Smashified' Series Adds King K. Rool to the Collection of Super Smash Bros. Speed Paintings
I'm still hoping they'll make a render for Isaac from Golden Sun.
Overall I hope to see them make more renders of Nintendo characters.
Re: Poll: Is It Time For a Fresh Alternative to the Virtual Console?
I really wish they had Gamecube games on the virtual console. Adding games from that console would really inject some life back into the virtual console.
Re: First Impressions: Hands On With Playtonic's Yooka-Laylee
As much as I have fond memories of playing the original Banjo Kazooie, I can't help but wonder if this game is going to stand out on it's own merits or just end up being "We desperately want to relive the glory days of Banjo-Kazooie!": The Game.
It still looks like heaps of fun though.
Re: Here's Why The StreetPass Bunny Couldn't Care Less If You Don't Buy His Games In Europe
Europe definitely has the right idea. You're running a shop not a charity.
Imagine walking into a store and the clerk gave you puppy dog eyes every time you looked like you weren't going to buy anything.
Re: Weirdness: Street Fighter's Ryu is Now Being Rumoured as Future DLC in Super Smash Bros.
Not impressed with this. The thought of another Marth clone annoys me to no end. I don't have anything against Ryu really but there are numerous other characters I'm more interested in. He's not really on my radar.
I'd probably buy Ryu and pass on Roy.
I wonder if the ballot means anything at all or is it just to keep us amused....
Re: Nintendo Download: 16th April (Europe)
I voted smash dlc but what I really mean is I'll be downloading Mewtwo.
I'm not really sold on the Mii costumes. I might get the Dunban outfit and leave it at that.
Re: Empty Slots on Super Smash Bros. Site Suggests More Upcoming DLC Characters
I can't believe Nintendolife posted a news article about this....
Re: Poll: Which Characters Do You Want to Win the Smash Bros. Fighter Ballot?
There's no way Shovel Knight is getting in, totally hopeless. Shovel Knight hasn't even been released in Japan. They haven't a clue who he is.
I heard Nintendo of America had to beg Sakurai just to get that CommanderVideo trophy in the game.
Re: Poll: Which Characters Do You Want to Win the Smash Bros. Fighter Ballot?
Isaac is my top pick.
Although I have to question a character poll that doesn't include King K Rool.
Re: MewTwo And Lucas Confirmed As Super Smash Bros. DLC Characters
I'm still spinning from the thought of being able to vote in the ballot for Isaac from Golden Sun. That game was such a huge part of my childhood and Isaac has huge moveset potential, how on earth do I condense that into 500 characters or less?
Re: Poll: Vote For Your Ten Must-Play Games On Nintendo 3DS
@LinkSword Yeah I agree with this.
It's still a bit odd that physical games and eShop games are being separated like that. They're all on the 3DS aren't they? Wouldn't it give a clearer view if we could vote on all of them at once?
It's almost like eShop games are being treated as inferior....in my opinion some of the best 3DS games are download only.
Re: Mysterious Murasame Castle's Takamaru Was Considered For Super Smash Bros.
I'm still waiting on Isaac from Golden Sun.
Re: Poll: Where Do You Stand On DeNA, Smart Device Games, Nintendo 'Membership' And The Nintendo NX?
I only recently got a Wii U so even if we did know more about NX I don't think I could bring myself to be excited about it.
As for this whole mobile issue, I'm a little wary about it but I don't think it'll be as bad or dramatic as some people are making it out to be.
Re: eShop Games Added To The European Club Nintendo Store
I might get the Mario Kart dlc pack. I have something like 4800 stars so if they add the second one too I'll be able to get both through Club Nintendo.
Alternatively I might get Golden Sun. Already played it but it might be nice to replay it.
Re: Feature: We Catch Up With Four Nindies at EGX Rezzed
I've been following Dex for a while now. Super excited to see the finished game released.
Re: Gallery: This Custom Mario Party N64 is a Sight for Sore Eyes
@Luigifan141
Probably because there's already a green one. (Luigi)
Re: Feature: Ten Upcoming Nindie eShop Games to Watch on Wii U and 3DS
Out of the confirmed games I'm looking forward to playing Octodad the most.
There are other indie games (said to be heading to Wii U) still in development that I'm more excited for than these though. (Earthlock, Dex, Children of Morta etc)
Re: Poll: Are You An Early Adopter With The New Nintendo 3DS?
I'll probably get a new 3ds XL eventually. I already have a regular 3ds that's doing just fine though.
Since I already own Xenoblade Chronicles I'm not too pushed about it right now.
Re: Meet Playtonic, A Studio Of Ex-Rare Staff That Wants To Work With Nintendo
Wow, this definitely sounds promising.
I'd love to see more quirky 3D platformers like Banjo Kazooie. (That aren't Mario)
Re: Poll: Do Video Game Reviews Need To Have A Score?
Also, I think more people need to improve their own judgement when it comes to what they choose to play. They shouldn't treat a score as gospel, in the end all these reviews are written by people with their own tastes and biases. They're not omnipotent gods who know what's right for you.
Re: Poll: Do Video Game Reviews Need To Have A Score?
Honestly I think I'd rather scores were dropped. Too often I just scroll to the bottom and look at the score, to the point where I don't think the reviews are that useful anymore. I also appreciate how metacritic scores are messing with developers, I don't like the idea of that at all.
I think the score can make the actual review a waste of time. I don't read most of the reviews on this site. (unless I'm already interested in the game which defeats the purpose)
Granted these days I'm more likely to look at gameplay videos on youtube and use my own (generally accurate) judgement to decide what I play. Perhaps if you made video reviews with gameplay footage they would be more engaging to the community?
I think I'd prefer a Recommend/Avoid label system.
Re: Poll: Which Nintendo Franchises Should be Produced as TV Shows?
Xenoblade Anime. -drools-
Also not Nintendo related but I'd jump over the moon if they made an Ace Attorney anime.
Re: Weirdness: There’s A Tomato In My Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
I need to see fanart of the Smash Bros characters obsessing over and worshipping tomatoes.
Re: Review: The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D (3DS)
@BenAV
Did I occur to you that there will be plenty of people who never bought the original Majora's Mask? Especially considering it was such an oddball in the franchise. (Not to mention people too young to have played it)
If it does well it's not necessarily because people who played it before are buying it again.
Re: Cult PlayStation 2 Title Legend Of Kay Is Getting Remastered On Wii U
Huh, never heard of this game before. Then again there's so many "Legend of" games maybe I just forgot it.
Re: Sakurai Considered Having All Fighters Unlocked In Super Smash Bros. For Wii U
I definitely enjoy unlocking characters. The roster is already so big I don't find it necessary to have all of it available from day one. I love the thrill of finding a new character.
Re: Video: Pixelated Recreation of The Simpsons Evokes Nostalgia
That was awesome.
Re: Code Name S.T.E.A.M Demo Available Now on the 3DS eShop
Will definitely have to give this a go, I've been sitting on the fence about it for a while.
@Sparx
Paranatural! This is the first time I've seen a fan outside the website.
Re: Super Smash Bros. for Wii U Update 1.0.2 Adds a Host of Extra Stages for 8-Player Smash
That's really cool. I had been feeling the variety for 8 player smash wasn't the best.
Thanks Sakurai! (and co)
Re: Capcom's Ryozo Tsujimoto Feels Monster Hunter Is Gaining Traction In The West
@readyletsgo
Yeah, I played a monster hunter demo on the 3ds and I thought the gameplay felt kinda clunky. It didn't live up to the hype.
Re: Rumour: Terraria is Making Its Way to Wii U and 3DS
Already played it on PC but it is a really fun game, if you haven't played it already I'd recommend it.
Re: Club Nintendo to Close, With Replacement Loyalty Programme Coming Later in the Year
Ugh that sucks, I just registered a bunch of games for nothing.
Can't say I'll really miss it, the European Club Nintendo never really had worthwhile prizes in the star catalogue.