I think the online is decent, but we don't need to resort to paid online subscription to improve it. I would never go online again on a Nintendo console if so.
@Pegasus: Until Trackmania Nations United, all games were free, so they were probably short in budget. However, I'm hoping this is at least Double A effort.
@P. D4NG3R: I don't see why that comment was really necessary to add. To be honest, unless EA Games choose to skip online for the Nintendo Wii version, I'll be hyped.
@madgear: From what I can recall, multiple video game companies hold the licensing rights to certain Marvel characters, which would make licensing issues a nightmare. This is why we should be glad that we even had Tatsunko Vs. Capcom.
I am so looking forward to this. The Conduit was a solid game, I can't imagine what they'll do with the next installment. Here's to hoping that we get DLC.
It's going very good so far, but in order to keep up the monmentum, they need to start focusing on there B franchises more, plus keep the VC alive if they want this year to be the best for core gamers.
Interesting decision. If I get permission to use Paypal and a pre-paid debit card (I think I'm old enough since I'm fixing to turn sixteen next month), then once I get a job and some money, I'll get Pokemon Rumble. Always wanted that game but never put forth the time.
Really disappointing update all-around. The last no VC week was acceptable because there was actually games that I wanted to get from there. Here, the only game that I might download is Cave Story and that's the only WiiWare game. Also, there are no VC games this week.
But then again, I shouldn't be complaining because (A: I have hundreads of titles I need to catch-up on and (B: I have math and science homework to do today.
@Nintendoftw: Yes, I actually do own one right now. All I can say is that I'm not really satisfied with the system. It could due to the fact that I'm mainly focusing on console gaming, but I never played my DS much anyway.
Right now, I am perfectly happy with the Nintendo Wii and I'm glad they are against an Wii HD, A.K.A. HD upgrade.
They must have realize that a upgraded DS did not work well in quality (I was disappointed with it), so they want to actually give us an new experience.
Now I am concern. I love the Virtual Console with a passion, despite their shortcomings, and I would absolutely hate it to go away. It'll be a make or break deal for me if I'm going to keep the Wii or not.
I figure the same will apply to a few other people.
@Stuffgamer1: I'm not offended by your statement at all, but in case you haven't notice, my behavior towards the Virtual Console has changed a lot since the no VC in Summer, 2009 debacle. I promised unless the week was truly bad, I would never complain about the Virtual Console updates again (Weekly updates). Although this could file as one, we already got strings of solid weeks making up for this one.
There is no need for concern unless we go another week without a Virtual Console update.
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Re: Nintendo Download: 17th May 2010 (North America)
About time. Will download it after doing some homework.
This somewhat makes up for the mini-drought we had. One more non-VC week would have left me furious.
Re: Pokémon Black and White Starters are Disappointingly Ugly
Coming out of Suckville.
With the only acceptable starter being the Grass Pokemon.
Re: Call of Duty: Black Ops Confirmed for Wii
(Yawn)
Like it's something to get excited about. It's obviously going to be severely dumb down.
Re: Miyamoto: Nintendo May Need to Rethink its Online Approach
I think the online is decent, but we don't need to resort to paid online subscription to improve it. I would never go online again on a Nintendo console if so.
Re: Call of Duty: Black Ops for Wii in Doubt
I honestly hope not. Last thing we need is another severely water down port.
Re: Lifting the Bonnet on TrackMania's Track Editor
@Pegasus: Until Trackmania Nations United, all games were free, so they were probably short in budget. However, I'm hoping this is at least Double A effort.
Re: The Sims 3 Coming to Wii, DS with Exclusive Features
@P. D4NG3R: I don't see why that comment was really necessary to add. To be honest, unless EA Games choose to skip online for the Nintendo Wii version, I'll be hyped.
Re: Review: Monster Hunter 3 (Tri~) (Wii)
I pray to God that I'm able to afford the game tommorrow and that they have some copies available.
Re: Nintendo Download: 19th April 2010 (North America)
Virtual Console is decent and I like DSiWare. WiiWare, not so much.
Re: Ryu, Ken and Sagat May Get Street Fitter on Wii
Kind of weird. Not liking it, but let's just ignore it for now.
Re: Hudson Serves Up Deca Sports 3 Announcement
What do you know? Maybe this will actually be good. Yeah, I might pick this one up.
Re: Reggie: 3DS is Our Next Handheld Platform
Really can't wait for the 3DS. It looks like an epic system, am I right?
Re: Nintendo Download: 12 April 2010 (North America)
Not my favorite week, but hey, look at the bright side! At least we got Military Madness: Nectaris.
Re: Interviews: High Voltage Software - Conduit 2
@Bulbasaur Rex: Thanks for informing me of that. That's really nice to hear. This should be an very good game.
Re: Interviews: High Voltage Software - Conduit 2
Really am interested in the game. BTW, the next time you interview them, give them this question:
Will players be able to dual-wield weapons and will there be local multiplayer aside from co-op?
Re: Black and White are the Next Gen of Pokemon Games
Okay that's lame.
What about Topaz and Jade? Those would make a lot more sense.
Re: Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 Could Be On Its Way
@madgear: From what I can recall, multiple video game companies hold the licensing rights to certain Marvel characters, which would make licensing issues a nightmare. This is why we should be glad that we even had Tatsunko Vs. Capcom.
Re: Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 Could Be On Its Way
I call BS. Capcom does not have the right to retail Marvel games anymore, plus a Wii release is still unlikely.
Re: Mothers Against Violence: Violent Games Aren't to Blame, Parents Are
About time that they realize that it's parents responsibility, not the video game industry. Now that's maknig sense.
Re: Nintendo Download: 5th April 2010 (North America)
Sweet. Another solid week for VC.
Re: Happy "Nintendo Life" Anniversary!
This is an fantastic site and remains one of my favorite Internet sites to date. Let's keep this awesomeness up.
Re: Virtual Console Confirmed for DSiWare
April fools joke. I know it's not true. Still, would be nice to have it.
Re: First Conduit 2 Screens Indicate There Will Be Lots Of Explosions
I am so looking forward to this. The Conduit was a solid game, I can't imagine what they'll do with the next installment. Here's to hoping that we get DLC.
Re: Round Table: Mario's Past and Future
It's nice to see the return of the Round Table series. I've requested this a few times and it's nice to have an 2nd installment done.
BTW, that was a great and intereseting article there. Mario is an awesome franchise and will continue to be awesome.
Re: Review: Ogre Battle 64: Person of Lordly Caliber (Virtual Console / Nintendo 64)
So can't wait for a job. I'll be getting this as soon as possible.
Re: Miyamoto: 2010 Will Be Great For Hardcore Nintendo Fans
It's going very good so far, but in order to keep up the monmentum, they need to start focusing on there B franchises more, plus keep the VC alive if they want this year to be the best for core gamers.
Re: The Conduit 2 Revealed in May Nintendo Power
I really cannot wait for this game, it's going to be great.
The Conduit was a solid game, let's hope the sequel is even better and releases in Japan.
Re: Ogre Battle 64: Person of Lordly Caliber
So we finally get an 3rd party title in North America? Awesome, may we see more 3rd party support on the Virtual Console.
Re: Nintendo Download: 29th March 2010 (North America)
So we finally get an 3rd party Nintendo 64 title?
Amazing news, I have to seriously download the game.
Re: Select Downloadable Games Available for Purchase on Nintendo's Web Site
Interesting decision. If I get permission to use Paypal and a pre-paid debit card (I think I'm old enough since I'm fixing to turn sixteen next month), then once I get a job and some money, I'll get Pokemon Rumble. Always wanted that game but never put forth the time.
Re: Japanese Virtual Console list - April 2010
I was starting to worry about the Virtual Console. But it's nice to see that it's being supported in all regions.
BTW, what do you think we'll get on April?
Re: Ogre Battle 64 Hits Europe This Friday
Square Enix is publishing the game in Europe? That's awesome! Here's to hoping for more 3rd party Nintendo 64 games.
Re: Nintendo Download: 22nd March 2010 (North America)
Really disappointing update all-around. The last no VC week was acceptable because there was actually games that I wanted to get from there. Here, the only game that I might download is Cave Story and that's the only WiiWare game. Also, there are no VC games this week.
But then again, I shouldn't be complaining because (A: I have hundreads of titles I need to catch-up on and (B: I have math and science homework to do today.
Re: Miyamoto Humbly Accepts BAFTA Fellowship Award
This guy truly deserves recognition for what he has done. He managed to help saved the gaming industry, that alone should have gotten him the award.
But he did a thousand times more then that and I'm really proud of him and Nintendo in general.
Re: Reggie: Innovation Is Still Nintendo's Priority
Great interview Reggie. And the smack talk was pretty good.
Re: Feature: The Making of the Nintendo Game Boy
I loved that system. Especially because of Tetris.
Let's hope there is an Virtual Console next generation. There are a lot of games from the Game Boy library that I want.
Re: Want Kid Icarus? Hey, Just Ask
While Kid Icarus isn't my most wanted title, I really do want it. Bring it on Nintendo!
Re: Reggie: Nintendo Not Considering Successor to Wii Quite Yet
@Nintendoftw: Yes, I actually do own one right now. All I can say is that I'm not really satisfied with the system. It could due to the fact that I'm mainly focusing on console gaming, but I never played my DS much anyway.
Re: Reggie: Nintendo Not Considering Successor to Wii Quite Yet
That is an good thing.
Right now, I am perfectly happy with the Nintendo Wii and I'm glad they are against an Wii HD, A.K.A. HD upgrade.
They must have realize that a upgraded DS did not work well in quality (I was disappointed with it), so they want to actually give us an new experience.
Re: Review: Zaxxon (Virtual Console / Virtual Console Arcade)
Sigh. Too bad this is a shovelware game. I was looking forward to this.
Re: Ironclad Gets ESRB Rating, Shoots It
Sweet. If this is the Neo Geo CD version, I'm going to be amazed.
Re: Nintendo Download 1st March 2010 (North America)
Good thing Nintendo brought in the goods for all sections. Apprently, our fear was just a concidence.
Re: Japanese Virtual Console list - March 2010
Now I am concern. I love the Virtual Console with a passion, despite their shortcomings, and I would absolutely hate it to go away. It'll be a make or break deal for me if I'm going to keep the Wii or not.
I figure the same will apply to a few other people.
Re: Live Text: European Gamers Summit 2010
I'll be watching this. Here's to hoping for new annoucements.
Re: Metroid: Other M Hits June 27th
Seriously not expected.
Re: Prince of Persia to Include SNES Remake of Original
Looks like I'm going to need to get this game now.
I hate not having a job.
Re: Capcom Reveals Everything You Want To Know About Monster Hunter 3
Holy ****, it's coming out on my birthday.
And FREE online play. I think I'm gonna scream.
Wii Speaks only adds to the awesomeness.
Re: Sin & Punishment 2 Coming June 7th
Round two of my money depletion.
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 2 Hits May 23
About time we get confirmation. Looks like I'll have to save up more money.
Because I want it on launch.
Re: Nintendo Download: 22nd February 2010 (North America)
@Stuffgamer1: I'm not offended by your statement at all, but in case you haven't notice, my behavior towards the Virtual Console has changed a lot since the no VC in Summer, 2009 debacle. I promised unless the week was truly bad, I would never complain about the Virtual Console updates again (Weekly updates). Although this could file as one, we already got strings of solid weeks making up for this one.
There is no need for concern unless we go another week without a Virtual Console update.