To those fussing over the exclusivity I respectfully ask that you get a hold of yourself and look at the big picture. Already, they had a few people point out and apologize over the region locking. This obviously with it doing well and many people voicing their grievances is more fuel to the get rid of region locking fire. It's great Nintendo has jumped on the Humble bundle bandwagon, great that it's raising a good chunk of change, and great that there are people voicing at desire to participate(i.e. not pissing and moaning like a two year old). Anything that concretely shows Nintendo that it's not worthwhile to have region locking is great and if it takes a limited humble bundle or two to finally end it then it would be more that worth it.
The heck! Has no one ever been in a store going out of business? First, and unfortunately it may come as a shock, no one is entitled to anything, hell not even the next day. Second, it's normal for stores that are liquidating all products to reduce price to ensure they will all be gone. As to what, well normally you would expect all the good stuff to go and the 70%+ off is usually the offal. Heck I'm sure that they are just as surprised that some really nice loot are still available. It's one thing to be a little bit upset that you missed out on some good deals, but to come off as Nintendo has cleverly pulled the wool over your eyes and slighted you big time is nothing more than asinine logic you would expect from a toddler.
@abbyhitter The main focus it seems is that on top of all that you also you have to kill some mooks with the final hit as well. such as you see with link doing the spin slash at the end.
@Falk_Sturmfels Well that depends on you. Finishing all the quests shouldn't take more than a few tens of hours, all weapons and armor would be low to mid 100s. Then there are some that just play and play and play since it's just a blast for them. I personally had about 1500 or so when I decided to take a little hiatus, but I know of people who have played even more.
Never been a horror fan of any sort, even with the whole excitement/adrenaline thing, I simply just cannot understand the appeal, that said, I do hope it will make it for those that are fans.
@MortalKombat2007 truth be told, there really is no good reason to have it. it's just a nifty perk to test it out early. Definitely would like it but it is just as good otherwise. ^_^
Eh, I figure that I wait for a few days to see if I would be one of the ones who would get a code. Guess I may not be so if there is anyone with a NA code to spare, I would love it if you you send it my way to [email protected].
@Darknyht You've best summed it all up for me. Science has no bearing at all in the realms of fantasy, to mix the two is silly at best and just plain stupid at worst. To have a fanciful what if moment is perfectly fine and a good exercise of the mind from time to time. But if you are wasting precious funds on outlandish garbage like Mario Galaxy "Physics" or take 85% of what game theory says seriously, then you have issues.
Cute. Kinda ridiculous that people are sore over a PR stunt. Especially since there are at least 49 hojillion other legitamate things one should be frustrated about.
heck, I'm glad there has been a dry spell so to speak. I've been catching up like crazy and there are even some games I haven't gotten as a result, such as shovel knight, guacamelee, and more.
It looks about right. You figure on top would be LttP, OoT, MM, TP, WW and SS. TP for me but honestly It's like saying pick your favorite child (not really but you know what I'm getting at). They all are amazing games.
@XXIV
Except that only the female can pass down the pokeball and a female snorunt will only make more snorunts. Hence, how it is simple to see it's mother's illegality....well simple for everything except their anti hack checks of course.
Nothing surprising in this article. Enjoyed the DW games a bit and currently my library is devoid of this kind of hack and smash gaming, so being a Zelda fan first, I can see no better choice to fill the spot.
If memory serves, this brings the roster to 29 meaning that there only 6 slots left since irc they were to have the same number of characters as they did in Brawl. I just hope that I get to play the Cap'n again.
Eh, it's a non-essential change; nothing to fuss about. Personally, I like the newer one. Undo the braid and basically the guy's got a mullet, nature's most hated hair styles. Guy looks looks a futuristic Joe Dirt.
Well the one thing I learned is that apparently Japanese dogs age far more horribly and old western dogs are toasted 24/7. Both are terrifying in their own way. Still, kinda interested in the game and seeing how well I can haggle Creeps McGruff.
@ToastyYogurt agreed, the industry for the most part has taken a serious wrong turn, and as such, progress is not continuing forward on the wrong path, it is when you turn around and head back towards the right one.
All I got from this was bed wetter pissing on about some poor experience then like the greatest of non-genuses and proceed to show AAA immaturity and needlessly burn bridges. At best, just another FEZ whiner. Yes he should feel bad for getting crapped on hard by EA, who wouldn't, but the foolishness he displayed afterwards is all on him.
Should have taken a page from Inafune. As far as I know, he has not openly pissed himself over Capcom and knowing Capcom's rep with it's employees he very well could have tons to grip about and didn't. He just left and did something constructive about his situation rather than crying on Twitter like a Middle School tween.
Well to those who have the time to game hard that does seem to not bode well. But the last year plus of my gaming was consumed hardcore by Monster Hunter 3U and Pokemon X I still have every other game out already to tide me over heck I still have to go out and get a bunch. Any Lull would be welcoming for me. I seriously need to catch up.
@Fazermint That is exactly what I was thinking. This biggest issue with people developing games for nintendo systems IS the fact that we buy Nintendo games both in type and quality. I, like many others who are accustomed to buying things that actually work, won't buy POS games that seem to be flooding the market. This is not to say Ninty hasn't made it's fair share of piles or needed patches as well, but still for the most of it I've only seen a genuine desire to actually TRY to make quality games come from Nintendo and a select few developers/indies, to which I gladly fund and support. Most of those there are rank and file independants looking to make the most while doing the least, hence why they all gravitate to PC/Smartphone drivel.
You are only looking at half the problem. Yes there are those that only seek 1st party, but then you have to ask yourself why? No one just flippantly decides this or anything really, there is purpose to all action. Experience shows us that most 1st party only people are jaded from the vast amount of shovelware produced and peddled to them. Heck you only have to look at the lunacy of ME3 on wii u while they also released a full trilogy on all other systems at the same time. All in all it's an unending cycle. 3rd party half assing games and Nintendo fans showing no interest or support as a result which in turns goads them to try even less or simply pull support. The solution is that 3rd partys need to stop with these half hearted attempts and make an effort in what they send over to the Wii U AND Nintendo needs to build some bridges with 3rd party. Both sides need to own up and do some work for this nonsense to stop.
@Karakato Too late for that. Anywho, If she does her job without any political chicanery or playing the gender card then what the hey. But given that it is implied that she was given the position via nepotism(if true a valid complaint) and there is no real experience with the product(also valid) then it doesn't look good so far.
Honestly, I can't see why even the whole SJW nonsense is even a thing. If people want equality then do so with your actions. Words are cheap and plentiful. In the similar vein of Morgan Freeman's solution to racism, just stop. Trust me, it really does work. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2d2SzRZvsQ
@Wolf_Link Yikes! I hope not digital only. I would have to pass up on it. I'm a physical copy kinda guy. Heck it's the same reason I want nothing to do with Ace DD. The fact that in most circumstances you do not own the game and that it is tied to a system/cloud is appalling to me. I'm not one to pay for a game that dies with a system or is in a cloud that is supported at the whims of a company. If a system breaks you can replace it no big issue, but if as it stands if the system breaks then you are out the system and, for some people, upwards to thousands of dollars needlessly.
@AugustusOxy You know swinging to an extreme POV you dislike in an attempt to discredit said point of view is foolish and does little to serve in bringing people across to your side. This is hardly is a heavy handed as it is made to be.
Sending lewd pics to underage kids is really messed up stuff and a serious offence in most countries. We can say all we want about how Nintendo essentially napalmed the situation, but in all honesty I rather focus my frustration on the brain trust that thought it genius to send vulgar crap to lil runties and ruined the service for all of us because frankly they are the ones who truly are to blamed for this debacle. I just hate the fact that we have to be nannied because certain people just can't show some sense of responsibility.
I just hope that this is either replaced by miiverse or reinstituted in some form soonish.
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Re: Monster Hunter X (Cross) Confirmed for Japanese Release
@Samuel-Flutter
Technically, we already had 5-9:
1. Mh1
2. MhG
3. Mh2/F
4. MhFG/U
5. MhTri
6. Mhp3rd
7. MhTriG/U
8. Mh4
9. Mh4G/U
10. MhX
Re: Humble Bundle Issues Official Statement About Region-Locked Nintendo Promotion
To those fussing over the exclusivity I respectfully ask that you get a hold of yourself and look at the big picture. Already, they had a few people point out and apologize over the region locking. This obviously with it doing well and many people voicing their grievances is more fuel to the get rid of region locking fire. It's great Nintendo has jumped on the Humble bundle bandwagon, great that it's raising a good chunk of change, and great that there are people voicing at desire to participate(i.e. not pissing and moaning like a two year old). Anything that concretely shows Nintendo that it's not worthwhile to have region locking is great and if it takes a limited humble bundle or two to finally end it then it would be more that worth it.
Re: Brave The Water Temple In This Cosy Zelda-Themed Bath Robe
Blessed Saltines! Never have I wanted such a frivolous item so much!
Re: Capcom's Spring Sale Offers Up Six eShop Discounts in North America
@sketchturner I do believe you can skip the cutscenes I'll have to check when I get home.
Definitely can recommend Ducktales and D&D. Thinking about SFIV myself.
Re: The Prices of the Remaining Physical Goods on Club Nintendo in North America Have Been Reduced
The heck! Has no one ever been in a store going out of business? First, and unfortunately it may come as a shock, no one is entitled to anything, hell not even the next day. Second, it's normal for stores that are liquidating all products to reduce price to ensure they will all be gone. As to what, well normally you would expect all the good stuff to go and the 70%+ off is usually the offal. Heck I'm sure that they are just as surprised that some really nice loot are still available. It's one thing to be a little bit upset that you missed out on some good deals, but to come off as Nintendo has cleverly pulled the wool over your eyes and slighted you big time is nothing more than asinine logic you would expect from a toddler.
Re: New Fire Emblem on 3DS Takes Shape as Two Separate Releases in Japan
And like that you've lost me.
Re: Feature: Why We're Still Playing... Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate After Dozens of Hours
@erv
Pretty much, I was surprised that I had over 500 on Tri and 1500 in 3U and still was eager for more.
Re: Max Your Rupees With This Fortuitous Hyrule Warriors Glitch
@abbyhitter
The main focus it seems is that on top of all that you also you have to kill some mooks with the final hit as well. such as you see with link doing the spin slash at the end.
Re: Review: Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate (3DS)
@Falk_Sturmfels
Well that depends on you. Finishing all the quests shouldn't take more than a few tens of hours, all weapons and armor would be low to mid 100s. Then there are some that just play and play and play since it's just a blast for them. I personally had about 1500 or so when I decided to take a little hiatus, but I know of people who have played even more.
Re: Devil's Third Director Tomonobu Itagaki Believes That Wii U Title Fatal Frame V Will Make It To The West
Never been a horror fan of any sort, even with the whole excitement/adrenaline thing, I simply just cannot understand the appeal, that said, I do hope it will make it for those that are fans.
Re: Weirdness: This Video Uses Super Mario Bros. 2 to Illustrate the Consequences of Capitalism
Wow, this nonsensical farce doesn't even rise up to the dignity of a response.
Re: Video: Capcom Explains Why Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate On New Nintendo 3DS Is The Definitive Experience
@shigulicious
Yes it should support the circle pad. From what I had heard, when it boots from the N3DS it says something akin to Circle pad pro found.
Re: Nintendo of America Issues a Fresh Batch of Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Demo Codes
@MortalKombat2007 truth be told, there really is no good reason to have it. it's just a nifty perk to test it out early. Definitely would like it but it is just as good otherwise. ^_^
Re: Interview: Exploring Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate With Mr. Ryozo Tsujimoto and Mr. Kaname Fujioka
Eh, I figure that I wait for a few days to see if I would be one of the ones who would get a code. Guess I may not be so if there is anyone with a NA code to spare, I would love it if you you send it my way to [email protected].
Re: Science Tries To Ruin Our Fun As Zelda's Hookshot And Mario Galaxy's Planets Come Under Scrutiny
@Darknyht You've best summed it all up for me. Science has no bearing at all in the realms of fantasy, to mix the two is silly at best and just plain stupid at worst. To have a fanciful what if moment is perfectly fine and a good exercise of the mind from time to time. But if you are wasting precious funds on outlandish garbage like Mario Galaxy "Physics" or take 85% of what game theory says seriously, then you have issues.
Re: Video: GameStop Shows How It Faked 'Karissa the Destroyer' at Super Smash Bros. for Wii U Event
Cute. Kinda ridiculous that people are sore over a PR stunt. Especially since there are at least 49 hojillion other legitamate things one should be frustrated about.
Re: Sonic Boom Exploit Allows Players to Skip Large Sections of the Game
Woot! Now, every Sonic is Sonic '06! In all seriousness, this is not as surprising as it should be.
Re: Video: You'll Be Able To Play As Metroid's Samus Aran In Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate
@sinalefa
Actually,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqpAh38n-V8
Re: Nintendo Unleashes Wacky Super Smash Bros. For Nintendo 3DS Commercials
Granted they all were a bit cheesy, I did lose it when guy sitting in the bus started shrieking.
Re: Animal Crossing Content Is Coming To Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate
@NintenAliff
That actually sounds hamazing.
That said, this crossover stuff is starting to get really weird.
Re: The Trending #WiiUDroughtAid Shows That, Actually, There's Plenty to Play on Wii U
heck, I'm glad there has been a dry spell so to speak. I've been catching up like crazy and there are even some games I haven't gotten as a result, such as shovel knight, guacamelee, and more.
Re: Poll: Which Is The Best Legend Of Zelda Game?
It looks about right. You figure on top would be LttP, OoT, MM, TP, WW and SS. TP for me but honestly It's like saying pick your favorite child (not really but you know what I'm getting at). They all are amazing games.
Re: Controversy Arises at U.S. Pokémon Nationals With Regards to Cheating
@XXIV
Except that only the female can pass down the pokeball and a female snorunt will only make more snorunts. Hence, how it is simple to see it's mother's illegality....well simple for everything except their anti hack checks of course.
Re: First Impressions: Hyrule Warriors Is Zelda, But Not As We Know It
Nothing surprising in this article. Enjoyed the DW games a bit and currently my library is devoid of this kind of hack and smash gaming, so being a Zelda fan first, I can see no better choice to fill the spot.
Re: EA Explains Why It's Abandoning Dedicated Handhelds For Smartphones And Tablets
@HeroOfCybertron @kereke12
Change that or to an and then you have it right. Both got burned hard thought to my knowledge only one "learned" from it.
Re: Two Separate Bayonetta 2 Retail Releases Confirmed for Europe
Ah the joys of confusing translations mixed with the usual corporate miscommunication. Well as long as they sort it out by their release dates.
Re: Here's Another Huge Batch of Hyrule Warriors Screens to Enjoy
@Technosphile
I'm thinking it may be Nayru from Oracle of Ages.
Re: Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy Case Begins on 3DS eShop in Winter 2014
Just as it was with DD no physical release no sale here.
Re: Video: Capcom Unleashes a New Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Trailer
The amount of upswinging will rise exponentially with this one.
Re: Yoshi, Sheik, and Zero Suit Samus Confirmed as Challengers in Super Smash Bros.
If memory serves, this brings the roster to 29 meaning that there only 6 slots left since irc they were to have the same number of characters as they did in Brawl. I just hope that I get to play the Cap'n again.
Re: Subtle Character Design Changes Spotted for North American Version of Azure Striker Gunvolt
Eh, it's a non-essential change; nothing to fuss about. Personally, I like the newer one. Undo the braid and basically the guy's got a mullet, nature's most hated hair styles. Guy looks looks a futuristic Joe Dirt.
Re: Rusty's Real Deal Baseball Has Some Interesting Localization Changes
Well the one thing I learned is that apparently Japanese dogs age far more horribly and old western dogs are toasted 24/7. Both are terrifying in their own way. Still, kinda interested in the game and seeing how well I can haggle Creeps McGruff.
Re: Weirdness: Square Enix Reproduces Deadly Final Fantasy XIV Boss in 16-Bit Style
@ToastyYogurt
agreed, the industry for the most part has taken a serious wrong turn, and as such, progress is not continuing forward on the wrong path, it is when you turn around and head back towards the right one.
Re: Monster Hunter Producer Ryozo Tsujimoto Emphasizes the Value of Community and the 3DS for MH4 Ultimate
@Ony
I couldn't have said it more eloquently.
Re: Former Criterion Boss Alex Ward Laments Issues With Releasing Need For Speed On Wii U
All I got from this was bed wetter pissing on about some poor experience then like the greatest of non-genuses and proceed to show AAA immaturity and needlessly burn bridges. At best, just another FEZ whiner. Yes he should feel bad for getting crapped on hard by EA, who wouldn't, but the foolishness he displayed afterwards is all on him.
Should have taken a page from Inafune. As far as I know, he has not openly pissed himself over Capcom and knowing Capcom's rep with it's employees he very well could have tons to grip about and didn't. He just left and did something constructive about his situation rather than crying on Twitter like a Middle School tween.
Re: Sega's New Shining Game Is Rather Different From What You Might Have Been Expecting
Blessed bovine, and I thought the Metroid Series going FPS was a hellova stretch.
Edit:Then again, Ehrgeiz and Dissida
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Direct Pointed to Another Wii U Retail Drought
Well to those who have the time to game hard that does seem to not bode well. But the last year plus of my gaming was consumed hardcore by Monster Hunter 3U and Pokemon X I still have every other game out already to tide me over heck I still have to go out and get a bunch. Any Lull would be welcoming for me. I seriously need to catch up.
Re: Less Than 5% of Those Polled by the Game Developers Conference Have Wii U Plans
@Fazermint
That is exactly what I was thinking. This biggest issue with people developing games for nintendo systems IS the fact that we buy Nintendo games both in type and quality. I, like many others who are accustomed to buying things that actually work, won't buy POS games that seem to be flooding the market. This is not to say Ninty hasn't made it's fair share of piles or needed patches as well, but still for the most of it I've only seen a genuine desire to actually TRY to make quality games come from Nintendo and a select few developers/indies, to which I gladly fund and support. Most of those there are rank and file independants looking to make the most while doing the least, hence why they all gravitate to PC/Smartphone drivel.
Re: Ubisoft Refuses to Comment on Watch_Dogs Wii U Cancellation Rumours
@gatorboi352
You are only looking at half the problem. Yes there are those that only seek 1st party, but then you have to ask yourself why? No one just flippantly decides this or anything really, there is purpose to all action. Experience shows us that most 1st party only people are jaded from the vast amount of shovelware produced and peddled to them. Heck you only have to look at the lunacy of ME3 on wii u while they also released a full trilogy on all other systems at the same time. All in all it's an unending cycle. 3rd party half assing games and Nintendo fans showing no interest or support as a result which in turns goads them to try even less or simply pull support. The solution is that 3rd partys need to stop with these half hearted attempts and make an effort in what they send over to the Wii U AND Nintendo needs to build some bridges with 3rd party. Both sides need to own up and do some work for this nonsense to stop.
Re: Ace Attorney Collection Coming To Japanese 3DS Consoles This April
took them long enough
Re: Game of the Year: Nintendo Life Readers' Awards 2013
Other than Monster Hunter clearly being robbed looks good, but then again I am a bit biased ^_^
Re: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays From All At Nintendo Life
Merry Christmas to all!
Re: Initial Run of Conception II Coming With a Bonus Disc
Ah! Bundles of joy, I get it!
Re: Get Mythical Time Travel Pokémon Celebi When You Download Pokémon Bank
Wasn't gonna bother with the free download seeing as X is my first mon game in years but this has intrigued me.
Re: Video: This New Pokémon Bank Trailer Shows The Upcoming App in Action
@Ace_The_Elf:
Actually, it's 5 bucks for the year.
Re: Feature: 12 Days of Christmas - The Legend of Zelda's Legacy Continues
@bobbypaycheque
Honestly, given Luigi's lot in life, I can't think of a more appropriate way to end the year.
Re: Mighty No. 9 Studio Comcept Facing Fan Backlash Over Community Manager Appointment
@Karakato Too late for that.
Anywho, If she does her job without any political chicanery or playing the gender card then what the hey. But given that it is implied that she was given the position via nepotism(if true a valid complaint) and there is no real experience with the product(also valid) then it doesn't look good so far.
Honestly, I can't see why even the whole SJW nonsense is even a thing. If people want equality then do so with your actions. Words are cheap and plentiful. In the similar vein of Morgan Freeman's solution to racism, just stop. Trust me, it really does work. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2d2SzRZvsQ
Re: Serial Upgraders, Rejoice - Nintendo Has Finally Abolished The 3DS System Transfer Limit
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3ALwKeSEYs
With this now I will finally start looking into those special edition handhelds.
Re: Monster Hunter 4 Has Shipped Over Four Million Units in Japan
@Wolf_Link
Yikes! I hope not digital only. I would have to pass up on it. I'm a physical copy kinda guy. Heck it's the same reason I want nothing to do with Ace DD. The fact that in most circumstances you do not own the game and that it is tied to a system/cloud is appalling to me. I'm not one to pay for a game that dies with a system or is in a cloud that is supported at the whims of a company. If a system breaks you can replace it no big issue, but if as it stands if the system breaks then you are out the system and, for some people, upwards to thousands of dollars needlessly.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo's Safe and Family-Friendly Focus is Integral to Its Fortunes
@AugustusOxy
You know swinging to an extreme POV you dislike in an attempt to discredit said point of view is foolish and does little to serve in bringing people across to your side. This is hardly is a heavy handed as it is made to be.
Sending lewd pics to underage kids is really messed up stuff and a serious offence in most countries. We can say all we want about how Nintendo essentially napalmed the situation, but in all honesty I rather focus my frustration on the brain trust that thought it genius to send vulgar crap to lil runties and ruined the service for all of us because frankly they are the ones who truly are to blamed for this debacle. I just hate the fact that we have to be nannied because certain people just can't show some sense of responsibility.
I just hope that this is either replaced by miiverse or reinstituted in some form soonish.