@batmanbud2 It's a reference to King Rhoam, Zelda's dad seen in some of the games. Pretty sure he's not in Echoes of Wisdom to our knowledge as of now so it's definitely a little random lol.
I'm just baffled by how all those charming celebrities were so cringe as presenters. I actually lost some respect for Will Arnett as a comedic actor last night.
@Tobunari Oof you got me, I am 100% one of those smash fans who forgets the 3DS game exists xD. To be fair though, Wii U and 3DS are entirely identical in terms of core gameplay and roster, which are arguably the greatest core components of what defines a smash game. The stage/item/trophy differences are all small and only made that way for exclusivity's sake and the modes, while varied, feel kind of half-baked and were rightfully largely forgotten, at least in my opinion. Though admittedly I never played Smash Run on 3DS, which I know many say is really fun.
As much as I love smash the way he makes it, I hope you're right about Sakurai turning down the offer to make another game no matter how tempting it is, and finally moving on to do what he wants. @BTB20 is right, there's no way they're gonna actually end the series just because he's not on board, but personally, I find the idea of new blood working on the series and potentially making changes Sakurai never would to be kind of exciting! (unless those changes suck lol)
Looks like they kinda phoned it in with these final adjustments. Not that I blame them at all, Sakurai made a fantastic game here and deserves a nice long vacation before Nintendo pulls up with another dump truck full of money saying "Please Make Smash 6!"
@MS7000 that’s a fair point. As someone who actually owned a Wii U and the first Splatoon, I found the second to be a bit too similar and didn’t get as much mileage out of it.
Y’all gotta clarify in the headline if it’s a general direct mini or a partner showcase, cuz I got a mini heart attack thinking we were getting new first party stuff 😅
I bought this game solely to play local multiplayer with my family. Psyonix making it free and making that temporarily not an option feels like a huge slap in the face.
I’m surprised no one really got super excited for the return of Donkey Kong Jr. Aside from being a Smash spirit, he hasn’t made an appearance in decades!!
Can we all please just stop and enjoy the fact that K Rool’s buff says “Increased durability of the belly?” The reasons to love this game just never stop!!
There could still be a Direct like presentation for Mario's 35th, because that wouldn't require anything from other developers. Though you'd think if they had that planned they wouldn't have gone ahead and announced Paper Mario...
I just recently bought my first micro sd card for my year 1 switch (yeah, I had a lot of archived data lol) and I was wondering if transferring between it and console storage was a thing. I guess there’s my answer! 😄
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Re: Surprise! The N64 App Is Also Getting Some Enhancements On Switch 2
Thank goodness! The old Rare FPS games are really tough to go back to because of us controls, so this helps a lot
Re: Poll: So, How Would You Rate The Nintendo Direct For March 2025?
@Nintoz HA! I was thinking a Mario Movie 2 update when he showed up, but that's way better lol.
Re: Video: We've Played The Legend Of Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom - Here's 15 Minutes Of Gameplay
@Indielink Ohhhh I didn't see that! Very cool that he's making a return.
Re: Video: We've Played The Legend Of Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom - Here's 15 Minutes Of Gameplay
@batmanbud2 It's a reference to King Rhoam, Zelda's dad seen in some of the games. Pretty sure he's not in Echoes of Wisdom to our knowledge as of now so it's definitely a little random lol.
Re: Sonic And Co. Roll Into 'Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble' With The 'SEGA Pass' DLC
I would love if the the last 2 characters were DK and Diddy, but the name “Sega pass” seems to indicate Sega characters only
Re: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Final amiibo Is Coming In 2024
We series collectors can finally sleep peacefully now.
Re: Nintendo Doesn't Plan To Announce Mario's New Voice Actor Ahead Of Wonder's Release
I swear if it’s Chris Pratt…
Re: A "Massive amiibo Restock" Is Reportedly On The Way
I just need Sephiroth at retail price is that so much to ask? 😭😭
Re: Feature: Our 17 Favourite Dogs In Games - Canine Companions & Memorable Mutts
Um… what about Poochy???
Re: Anniversary: Two Years On, Here Are Some Amazing Game Builder Garage Creations
Wow I completely forgot this game existed.
Re: Zelda amiibo Listings Surface Online Ahead Of Tears Of The Kingdom Launch (North America)
A Sephiroth amiibo restock would be nice
Re: Nintendo Expands Its Switch Online Game Boy Advance Service March 9th
They should’ve dropped it the same day as Metroid Prime Remaster, just like when the 2 games originally released on the same day
Re: New Kirby's Return To Dream Land Deluxe Trailer Showcases Magoland Mini-Games
Still nothing about the Magolor Epilogue though? Wonder if they’re saving it for a certain presentation…
Re: Nintendo, Sony And Xbox Reportedly Skipping E3 2023
Well if this is true and there’s no June general direct like last year, that probably means we’re in for a heck of a direct in February 😅
Re: Best Simpsons Games On Nintendo Systems
Y'all forgot Lee Carvallo's Putting Challenge
Re: Nintendo Of Europe Announces New Senior Managing Director
I’m gonna go join the army, earn the rank of Captain, and then change my last name to Falcon just to increase my chances of becoming a Nintendo exec.
Re: Introducing Pokémon Scarlet And Violet's New Starters - Which One Will You Choose?
Callling it now: Quaxly’s final evolution will be a playable fighter in the next smash.
Re: Talking Point: What Did You Think Of The Game Awards 2021?
I'm just baffled by how all those charming celebrities were so cringe as presenters. I actually lost some respect for Will Arnett as a comedic actor last night.
Re: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Version 13.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
@Tobunari Oof you got me, I am 100% one of those smash fans who forgets the 3DS game exists xD. To be fair though, Wii U and 3DS are entirely identical in terms of core gameplay and roster, which are arguably the greatest core components of what defines a smash game. The stage/item/trophy differences are all small and only made that way for exclusivity's sake and the modes, while varied, feel kind of half-baked and were rightfully largely forgotten, at least in my opinion. Though admittedly I never played Smash Run on 3DS, which I know many say is really fun.
As much as I love smash the way he makes it, I hope you're right about Sakurai turning down the offer to make another game no matter how tempting it is, and finally moving on to do what he wants. @BTB20 is right, there's no way they're gonna actually end the series just because he's not on board, but personally, I find the idea of new blood working on the series and potentially making changes Sakurai never would to be kind of exciting! (unless those changes suck lol)
Re: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Version 13.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Looks like they kinda phoned it in with these final adjustments. Not that I blame them at all, Sakurai made a fantastic game here and deserves a nice long vacation before Nintendo pulls up with another dump truck full of money saying "Please Make Smash 6!"
Re: Geoff Keighley Shares Opening Night Live "Hype Trailer" Ahead Of Gamescom 2021
Also @HotGoomba where did you get that Pumbaa Goomba pic from because that absolutely kills me 😂
Re: Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit Just Got A New Cup And Three New Course Themes
Random surprises like this are why I love Nintendo
Re: Feature: Nintendo's Most Iconic E3 Moments
For me, nothing will ever beat “Everyone Is Here!”
Re: Random: Ring Fit Adventure's Ring-Con Has Been Transformed Into A Working Accordion
I swear some of the "Random" articles feel like they'd come from the Onion except they're actually real and I love it.
Re: Sakurai Explains Why Xenoblade's Rex Isn't A Smash Ultimate DLC Fighter
I don’t see how Pyra just overseeing Rex is different from Arsene overseeing Joker but I’m not complaining.
Re: Nintendo Hiring Splatoon 3 Level Designer To Renovate "Existing" Stages
@MS7000 that’s a fair point. As someone who actually owned a Wii U and the first Splatoon, I found the second to be a bit too similar and didn’t get as much mileage out of it.
Re: Yooka-Laylee Developer Playtonic Games Teases New Reveal Coming "Soon"
I hope it’s not another platformer. Both Yooka Laylee games weren’t very good IMO.
Re: Sakurai's Smash Bros. Sephiroth Broadcast Will Run For About 35 Minutes
Obligatory comment about how few music tracks he’s probably gonna come with
Re: Talking Point: What's Your Comfort Food Game?
Anything Kirby for me, especially the mainline 3DS games.
Re: Nintendo Shadow-Drops Another Nintendo Direct Mini, Watch It Here
Y’all gotta clarify in the headline if it’s a general direct mini or a partner showcase, cuz I got a mini heart attack thinking we were getting new first party stuff 😅
Re: Psyonix Says It's Still Working On Resolving Rocket League's Split-Screen Multiplayer "Issue" On Switch
I bought this game solely to play local multiplayer with my family. Psyonix making it free and making that temporarily not an option feels like a huge slap in the face.
Re: How Well Do You Know Kirby?
Normally I do pretty badly in these quizzes but this was an easy 10/10. Kirby is my favorite video game franchise ever!
Re: Don't Worry, Split-Screen Multiplayer Will Return To Rocket League On Switch
They'd better bring it back. The whole reason I bought it was to play local with the fam.
Re: "Super" Mario Kart Tour Event Starts Next Week, Get Ready To Welcome Back Two Familiar Faces
I’m surprised no one really got super excited for the return of Donkey Kong Jr. Aside from being a Smash spirit, he hasn’t made an appearance in decades!!
Re: Random: Nintendo Posts New Image Of Mario In The Sunshine, Internet Goes Wild Again
Oh man, I'm DYING for new Mario Sunshine content of sorts! It's my all time favorite game!!
Re: How Well Do You Know Luigi?
9/12 Ashamed I forgot the year of Luigi
Re: Start Menu Screen For LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Supposedly Leaked
This legit gives me more chills than seeing the actual live action characters like that would. I love Lego Star Wars so much!! So nostalgic!
Re: Feature: 10 Of The Most Blatant Snack Sponsorships In Retro Gaming History
I was so sure Super Monkey Ball would be on here for literally every banana having the Dole logo on it.
Re: Nintendo's Directors Receive New Approval Ratings - Here's How Shareholders Voted
Glad to see Furukawa getting approval now. I feel like he didn’t get as warm a welcome as Iwata’s successor as Bowser did.
Re: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Version 8.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Can we all please just stop and enjoy the fact that K Rool’s buff says “Increased durability of the belly?” The reasons to love this game just never stop!!
Re: Baby Wario Becomes A Qualified Doctor In Nintendo's Mobile Game Dr. Mario World
These doctors are now so far past the bottom of the barrel and I love it
Re: Is The Original Super Monkey Ball Announcer Teasing A New Game?
Let’s Goooooo(al)!!!! I’ve been waiting for this for 15 years!!
Re: It Doesn't Sound Like A Nintendo Direct Will Be Happening Anytime Soon
There could still be a Direct like presentation for Mario's 35th, because that wouldn't require anything from other developers. Though you'd think if they had that planned they wouldn't have gone ahead and announced Paper Mario...
Re: Random: Neighbour Sends Apology Pokémon Cake After Calling Police On Pokémon GO Players
I love that! there's no problem that can't be solved with a "sorry I called the cops on you" cake.
Re: Random: Nintendo's Hotline Used To Guide Super Metroid Players With This Forbidden Map
That is actually amazing! Sometimes I wish the internet never became a thing just so things like this could still exist.
Though no internet would mean the un-existence of plenty of other things... including this site... yeah, maybe not. XD
Re: Nintendo Switch System Update 10.0.0 Is Now Live
I just recently bought my first micro sd card for my year 1 switch (yeah, I had a lot of archived data lol) and I was wondering if transferring between it and console storage was a thing. I guess there’s my answer! 😄
Re: Review: Gunbrick: Reloaded - A Painfully Tedious Puzzler Which Isn't Worth The Effort
The real tediousness was scrolling past 5 “Pure Xbox” ads in the single article.