I've set up one once and pretty much followed the guidelines... had around 9 people in. While the clique thing is true I'm a bit of a clown myself so it helped breaking the ice and getting people to interact.
Some hints:
Make sure you have enough wall plugs, extension cords, etc, because people ARE going to need it. (and remind them to bring their chargers)
Remind people to UPDATE their 3DS before leaving home because some features like Download Play might not work if they are using (very) outdated firmware. (It happened with two people on my experience and we had to use our mobiles as hotspots... messy...)
If you don't have a tournment thing in mind, run a poll asking people what they want to play. And bring Mario Kart 7 as it never fails.
I don't know if this was reported but ZombiU is just $19.99 on the Canadian eShop. Same goes for Assassin's Creed III. I remember reading here they were slashed to $29.99 but I checked last night and it says $19.99 (and doesn't mention it's a sale so I believe it's permanent)
I'm not a major fan of online play but I'm hugely interested in this title. I really hope Nintendo adds a Mario Kart level of replayabilty on it and that co-op works smoothly offline too!
Mixed feelings as I'm all digital when it comes to Wii U games and I can already see exclusive figurines being bundled with deluxe physical copies meaning you'll be even more ripped for going digital.
The evolution of Dami Im on the show was amazing. With the help of mentor Dannii Minogue, she went from awkward karaoke singer to the most interesting winner of the show.
Prince is amazing. I always related these games titles to his amazing Diamond and Pearls album but I guess most fans are too young to remember it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEvP8xp6p8U
People need to realize that almost all DLC that's out there is actually "day one DLC" even when they're not made available to the public on "day one", they are always ready before the games are released and then put out there a couple of months later with a lame afterthought press story.
China's cultural policies are very restrictive but I feel Nintendo's family-friendly stance will fall really well with them. Can't say the same for PS4/XOnes!
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Re: Kotaku Says YES to the Wii U - Rejoicing Begins
When Jesus say yes nobody can say no...
Re: British Tabloid The Sun Brands Gaming "As Addictive As Heroin"
It's a tabloid for feck sake x
Re: New Converse X Super Mario Bros. Shoes Are Stepping Into Japan
Good to see Nintendo accepting more deals involving their IPs but I'll pass.
Re: Feature: The Biggest Wii U Games of 2014 - Summer Edition
Captain Toad's Treasure Tracker is the only day-one for me. I have a huge backlog behind me! I'll grab Smash U and Bayo2 too!
Re: The Results Of Nintendo Games Seminar Show Innovation And Imagination
I would love to play these games. They should make it available in their original Japanese forms.
Re: Don't Fancy Sonic Boom? No Problem, The Sonic 2 HD Fan Remake Is Back On Track
sorry loves but the iOS-like HD polish doesn't do it for me x
Re: Review: Shovel Knight (Wii U eShop)
Probably grabbing the Wii U version!
Re: Review: Shovel Knight (3DS eShop)
I hate watching gameplay videos but I recently caught myself watching 10 minutes of Shovel Knight on Wii U. It is THAT good.
Re: Guide: Forming Your Own StreetPass Meet-Up Group
I've set up one once and pretty much followed the guidelines... had around 9 people in. While the clique thing is true I'm a bit of a clown myself so it helped breaking the ice and getting people to interact.
Some hints:
Re: Ubisoft Runs Another eShop Discount Bonanza in North America
Got ZombiU for $14.99 on the Canadian eShop. Does anyone knows why it's even cheaper on Canada?
Re: Agitha, of Twilight Princess Fame, Confirmed as Playable Character in Hyrule Warriors
Loads of females I hope more males join in to balance it x
Re: Ubisoft Runs Another eShop Discount Bonanza in North America
Legends got (a huge part of) Origins inside of it as an unlockable.
Re: Ubisoft Runs Another eShop Discount Bonanza in North America
@iphys SOLD
Re: Ubisoft Runs Another eShop Discount Bonanza in North America
ZombiU was $19.99 up until last night. Has it gone up?
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Should Beware the Slippery Slope of Sponsored DLC
I think it's very tacky in a good way... I like it.
By the way, some of the cars unlocked on the game by normal means are very real-world-ish too.
Re: Video: Watch Our Handy Highlight Video To See How Nintendo Silenced Its Critics At E3 2014
Great round up. (And nice eyes.)
Re: Two Separate Bayonetta 2 Retail Releases Confirmed for Europe
Honestly, they need to sort this up.
Re: Nintendo Needs To Cut Wii U Cost To Capitalise On Mario Kart 8 Success, Says Ubisoft CEO
I don't know if this was reported but ZombiU is just $19.99 on the Canadian eShop. Same goes for Assassin's Creed III. I remember reading here they were slashed to $29.99 but I checked last night and it says $19.99 (and doesn't mention it's a sale so I believe it's permanent)
Re: Nintendo 64 Titles Heading to the Wii U Virtual Console
This has been there for YEARS, fellas! Of course it's coming but that text doesn't mean soon.
Re: New Super Mario 64 Remix Album is a Work of Musical Art
I want MARIO 64 DS on Wii U!
Re: Mutant Mudds 3DS 'Deluxe' Update Has Been Approved in Both North America and Europe
Never beaten the Granny levels but looking forward to try the Ghost ones!
Re: This Splatoon Collage Shows Off the Artists on Miiverse
I'm not a major fan of online play but I'm hugely interested in this title. I really hope Nintendo adds a Mario Kart level of replayabilty on it and that co-op works smoothly offline too!
Re: Bayonetta Download Code Included With Retail and eShop Copies of Bayonetta 2
I'm a happy bunny now!
Re: E3 2014: Nintendo Launches 30% Off Discount Bonanza on the Wii U and 3DS eShop Stores
Might grab Super Mario Advance 3: Yoshi's Island
Re: E3 2014: Nintendo Reveals Amiibo NFC Concept, Confirmed For Mario Kart 8
Mixed feelings as I'm all digital when it comes to Wii U games and I can already see exclusive figurines being bundled with deluxe physical copies meaning you'll be even more ripped for going digital.
Re: E3 2014: Wii U eShop Version of Bayonetta 2 Does Not Come with the First Game
Bummer...
Re: E3 2014: Nintendo Reveals A Slew of New Trailers for Previously Announced Games
Whoa!
Re: Dami Im, Winner of Aussie X Factor, Appointed as Official Nintendo Ambasador of Tomodachi Life
The evolution of Dami Im on the show was amazing. With the help of mentor Dannii Minogue, she went from awkward karaoke singer to the most interesting winner of the show.
I wish it was global tho...
Re: Nintendo Shows Off April's Game Boy Advance Wii U Virtual Console Line-up
I wonder what the question mark icon does.
Re: Tomodachi Collection: New Life Tests Western Waters with Survey
No gay marriage equals a "no" from me.
Re: Pokémon Diamond & Pokémon Pearl: Super Music Collection Available Now on iTunes
Prince is amazing. I always related these games titles to his amazing Diamond and Pearls album but I guess most fans are too young to remember it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEvP8xp6p8U
Re: Pure Chess DLC Will Be Available Day One, And Won't Cost As Much As You Think
People need to realize that almost all DLC that's out there is actually "day one DLC" even when they're not made available to the public on "day one", they are always ready before the games are released and then put out there a couple of months later with a lame afterthought press story.
Re: Weirdness: The Makers Of TV Show Resurrection Clearly Want Nintendo On Smartphones
The 1983-2010 copyright info means it's the tweaked "Donkey Kong – Original Edition" NES ROM released as a Club Nintendo reward.
Re: Weirdness: These iPhone Mock-Ups Suggest That Mario On Mobile Might Be A Bad Idea
No no no.
Re: Nintendo and Retro Studios Speak on Resistance to Going Mobile
Well, a first step could be a Miiverse iOS app with notifications and all of that.
Re: Retro Studios Talks Up Wii U And Has Been Working On A New Title Since November
@Interneto LOL stop it
Re: Retro Studios Talks Up Wii U And Has Been Working On A New Title Since November
@Interneto do we know each other?
Re: Retro Studios Talks Up Wii U And Has Been Working On A New Title Since November
It's Metroid.
Re: Best Buy's 20% eShop Card Discount is Back
Vile they should do this to Credit Card users too.
Re: NES Remix 2 Will Bring Even More 8-Bit Favourites To Your Wii U
The first one focused on the first life of the NES and this one is focusing on it's second life. Makes perfect sense.
Re: Nintendo Download: 13th February (North America)
Rayman Legends had a price cut. It was 59.99 and now it's 39.99. It doesn't mention SALE anywhere so it seems it's a permanent cut.
Re: Month Of Kong: Meet Donkey Kong's Extended Family
Where's Kiddy?
Re: Nintendo Releases a Quirky YouTube Campaign for Bravely Default
I can't focus on anything that's said on Nintendo Minute because the male host is so yum.
Re: Nintendo Reveals Release Windows For a Host of Promising eShop Games
Shantae!
Re: Nintendo Still Working On Bringing Game Boy Advance Titles To 3DS Virtual Console, Says Natsume
Cross-buy is a must!
Re: Lift in Chinese Console Ban and Market Fluctuations Contribute to Sizeable Nintendo Stock Increase
China's cultural policies are very restrictive but I feel Nintendo's family-friendly stance will fall really well with them. Can't say the same for PS4/XOnes!
Re: Review: Goof Troop (Super Nintendo)
it's fantastic! this one should earn a HD remake!
Re: Shigeru Miyamoto Clarifies That Local Multiplayer is Still the Priority for Mario
online play is for loners who dont have any friends in there real lives x
Re: Resident Evil Revelations And Mercenaries Are Half Price On The eShop Over Halloween
Download REvelations right now! Used two $5 codes I had from ddp and the game costed me just $10!
Re: Mario & Luigi Premium Wii U Bundle Confirmed For North American Release
Got the Wind Waker bundle so I'll probably download Nintendo Land for $29.99 when it's up!