@GuSilverFlame you're right, a lot of stuff in west is cut n paste and that's why i love Nintendo and their creativity but they still seem to struggle keeping up with the times
No offence, but I fear Nintendo is just too Japanese for their stuff to be successful in the west. The seem to be outta touch. Vitality sensor...did anyone want that?! I have worries....
I wish they would do their own Gamefly style download program where you download and can continue playing a game for X number of days unless you renew it. My concerns about all these new ideas is are they knee jerk reactions that will be stupid and watered down, or won't see light of day til mid 2015...
@JaxonH No no, I'm well aware how much games cost and this will no doubt be a great game, but given the Wii U's "situation" having their games be cheaper than those of the PS4 and Xbone would be a good decision. Obviously what I want to pay and what the price will actually be will be drastically different but one can dream...
Looks so good, can't wait. That said, the speed run thing seems to be N's go to thing -Mario, Rayman, god knows what else. Not my cup of tea speed runs, but doesn't hurt either. What's the price on this? I feel wii u sweet spot should be 39.99 personally...
@James1993 um, maybe a month or so ago? I lose track but someone posted the link in the comments section one day and I got my hopes way up. Google it and you should be able to find it.
Sure, my family lives in UK and it would be convenient if they could buy games for us and then mail em to Florida but really I don't see region lock as a major deal. We'll live...
Trouble is, these publishers set their expectations so high that if a game only sells modestly they abandon the game or the platform. Thus, WiiU is SOL =/
My inner negativity won't stop nagging me that this is Japan, sales will still continue to be modest to crap in the US =( Though my optimistic side hopes I'm wrong...
@Yorumi of course it's possible, my issue is really Nintendo isn't going to reel in the typical hardheaded ps3/xbox gamer using MK8. So really comparing the Numbers annoys me because Nintendo is really running its own race.
I'm reading a lot about MK8 helping WiiU sales. I have my doubts, I don't know any PS/xbox gamers that ever talk about or that give two s#!ts about mario kart. =/
I thought Miiverse to be a bit mehhh, until I was stumped in WWHD and put a post out on Miiverse. People responded quickly to help me and none if it was snarky and trolling! (IGN comments section anyone?) So I'm not a huge user of it but I'm a fan for sure!
Though my son is only six, Ocarina 3D has held him like no other. (mind u i don't think he has a bloody clue what the ultimate goal or task he needs to complete is on it) I agree, a long game for the sake of being long is pointless. Keep us coming back long after it's left the commercial spotlight!
Best thing N can do is simply advertise it as being FUN and not try to go toe to toe with the other two. It's difficult, but we need to not compare Wii U sales against 4 & One
It's a great console for families. The "hardcore" may shun it and of course it won't sell like the others, but it is a good console. Just not a record breaker...
Still on WWHD. No new games until my son gets Skylanders SF, and hopefully fingers crossed my wife gets me SM3DW! (gods know i've been dropping hints like theres no tomorrow)
Honestly, anyone who is open minded and not a droid can see Wii U is a console worth owning. Its not perfect, but is by no means a "dud." Its all about who you ask.
@rjejr HA! I've actually got a lil girl on the way. Her soon to be bedroom already has a few Zelda pics hung up so I'm gonna start her off right. When the kids want games for xmas, I benefit as well! Haha =P
Can't wait for this one tho prob after xmas. Money is tight Skylanders was my son's game of choice from the fat man this year. He and my wife weren't keen on NSMBU probably because it was so close to the previous Wii iteration which we played to death. Glad to hear a good time was had playing this with the family.
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Re: Feature: Breaking Down What Nintendo's QOL Platform Could Mean
@GuSilverFlame you're right, a lot of stuff in west is cut n paste and that's why i love Nintendo and their creativity but they still seem to struggle keeping up with the times
Re: Feature: Breaking Down What Nintendo's QOL Platform Could Mean
No offence, but I fear Nintendo is just too Japanese for their stuff to be successful in the west. The seem to be outta touch. Vitality sensor...did anyone want that?! I have worries....
Re: Nintendo Still Working On Bringing Game Boy Advance Titles To 3DS Virtual Console, Says Natsume
How bloody hard can it be?! Fed up with VC games drip fed to us...
Re: Nintendo Planning to Offer "Flexible Price Points" for Games
I wish they would do their own Gamefly style download program where you download and can continue playing a game for X number of days unless you renew it.
My concerns about all these new ideas is are they knee jerk reactions that will be stupid and watered down, or won't see light of day til mid 2015...
Re: Preview: Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
@JaxonH No no, I'm well aware how much games cost and this will no doubt be a great game, but given the Wii U's "situation" having their games be cheaper than those of the PS4 and Xbone would be a good decision. Obviously what I want to pay and what the price will actually be will be drastically different but one can dream...
Re: Preview: Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
Looks so good, can't wait. That said, the speed run thing seems to be N's go to thing -Mario, Rayman, god knows what else. Not my cup of tea speed runs, but doesn't hurt either. What's the price on this? I feel wii u sweet spot should be 39.99 personally...
Re: Dakko Dakko's Rhodri Broadbent Emphasizes The Value of Unique Consoles
Brilliant and balanced and logical view of gaming! Love it.
Re: Mass Market Price And Mario Kart 8 Will Reverse The Wii U's Fortunes, Say UK Retailers
I love Wii U and MK8 will help...but they're not gonna be flying off shelves...
Re: Feature: Nintendo Games Our Readers Would Love to See in 2014
@James1993 um, maybe a month or so ago? I lose track but someone posted the link in the comments section one day and I got my hopes way up. Google it and you should be able to find it.
Re: Feature: Nintendo Games Our Readers Would Love to See in 2014
Its not listed, but I'm still interested in that rumour about HD N64 remakes...
Re: FuzzyWuzzyGames Talks About Its Development Experience With The Wii U
Yeah NoA adverts are really bad. They need to let a new agency sort their marketing out
Re: Club Nintendo Rewards Updated for January
I always forget about 1080 but when I'm reminded, I remember how much I'd love a new one!
Re: No Game Content "Hostile to China" Will Make It Through As Ban Lifts
I remeber that famous Nintendo game "Kirby Return to China To Overthrow The Government" It was a classic but...one china will never know...
Re: Video: Please Don't Let This Wii U Star Fox Footage Get Your Hopes Up
Nintendo KNOWS we want a new Star Fox game, they're not thick. They Also love to keep us waiting is the trouble...
Re: Weirdness: Chibi-Robo! Photo Finder Has a Virtual Butt Removed in North America
I go nuts for butts!
Re: 3DS Hack Removes Region Locking For Retail Cartridges
Sure, my family lives in UK and it would be convenient if they could buy games for us and then mail em to Florida but really I don't see region lock as a major deal. We'll live...
Re: Renegade Kid Teases Announcement for "FPS Lovers and 3DS Owners"
I'm not an FPS nut, but I've been waiting for one on the 3DS!
Re: Talking Point: Is The Castlevania Series Finished With Nintendo?
Trouble is, these publishers set their expectations so high that if a game only sells modestly they abandon the game or the platform. Thus, WiiU is SOL =/
Re: Site News: How was 2013 for Nintendo Life?
Sorry guys, an hour late but happy new year and cheers for the fantastic Nintendo site!
Re: Game of the Year: Nintendo Life's Staff Awards 2013
I'm gonna say it - I agree with the Castlevania choice!
It takes a bit of time to get into it, but its a great game. IMO of course...
Re: Eurogamer's Game of the Year is a Nintendo Winner
Agreed, finally got this game and it is quite brilliant!
Re: Review: Banana Bliss: Jungle Puzzles (3DS eShop)
@brandonbwii Agreed, 7 to me is one where I've bought games I actually wanted, now I've got a bit o coin to go back for ones I passed on initially
Re: Notch "Not Aware of Any Plans" for Minecraft on Wii U
I Actually appreciate his follow up tweet. Kinda showed he wasn't trying to be a jerk or anything with the first tweet...
Re: Nintendo Dominates Festive Hardware Charts in Japan
My inner negativity won't stop nagging me that this is Japan, sales will still continue to be modest to crap in the US =( Though my optimistic side hopes I'm wrong...
Re: Funky Kong's Return Confirmed for Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
He looks a bit camp in that pic don't ya think? Haha
Re: Video: Lycra-Clad Promo Insists That Wii Fit U Is "Fitness That Fits"
Yoga pants....
Re: Nintendo Direct Focusing On Wii U And 3DS Games Coming Spring 2014 To Air Tomorrow
Whatever happen to that Yoshi yarn game or whatever?
Re: NPD Results Deliver a 3DS Milestone And Modest Wii U Sales
@Yorumi of course it's possible, my issue is really Nintendo isn't going to reel in the typical hardheaded ps3/xbox gamer using MK8. So really comparing the Numbers annoys me because Nintendo is really running its own race.
Re: NPD Results Deliver a 3DS Milestone And Modest Wii U Sales
I'm reading a lot about MK8 helping WiiU sales. I have my doubts, I don't know any PS/xbox gamers that ever talk about or that give two s#!ts about mario kart. =/
Re: Talking Point: Miiverse Can Promote System Unity And Serve As A Powerful Wii U Advertisement
I thought Miiverse to be a bit mehhh, until I was stumped in WWHD and put a post out on Miiverse. People responded quickly to help me and none if it was snarky and trolling! (IGN comments section anyone?)
So I'm not a huge user of it but I'm a fan for sure!
Re: Parent Trap: Children Are Our Future, So Let Them Play
Though my son is only six, Ocarina 3D has held him like no other. (mind u i don't think he has a bloody clue what the ultimate goal or task he needs to complete is on it) I agree, a long game for the sake of being long is pointless. Keep us coming back long after it's left the commercial spotlight!
Re: Retail Company Rakuten Highlights the Wii U and iPad as Most Talked About Children's Presents
Best thing N can do is simply advertise it as being FUN and not try to go toe to toe with the other two. It's difficult, but we need to not compare Wii U sales against 4 & One
Re: TIME Lists Its Reasons For Picking Wii U Over PS4 And Xbox One
It's a great console for families. The "hardcore" may shun it and of course it won't sell like the others, but it is a good console. Just not a record breaker...
Re: Analysts Weigh In With Estimates for Wii U Fiscal Year Sales
I wanna comment but...can't...find the strength...commented on this...topic...too many times...ggglgggghhh...
Re: Epic Vice President Mark Rein Remains Unconvinced By Second Screen Gaming
I absolutely LOVE the 2nd screen. Theres no going back in my opinion, I think the gamepad is great. Not used to full potential yet tho...
Re: Talking Point: What Games Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue Twenty
Still on WWHD. No new games until my son gets Skylanders SF, and hopefully fingers crossed my wife gets me SM3DW! (gods know i've been dropping hints like theres no tomorrow)
Re: Video: Running Wild In Super Mario 3D World's Sprawling Savanna
Bahhh hurry up Christmas!
Re: Weirdness: Model Chrissy Teigen Celebrates a Mushroom Kingdom Birthday
No clue who these people are but what an awesome party!
Re: Nintendo's Partnership With Southwest Airlines Takes Off As Mario Gives Away Free Wii U Systems
Really liking this sudden burst of advertising theyre doing lately!
Re: Former Pikmin Director Currently Working On "Original Title" for Nintendo
Read this earlier. Glad to hear because Nintendo NEEDS new IPs badly!
Re: iPhone Gaming Controller Could Mean "The End Of Nintendo", Claims Investment Site
Zzzzzzz wha-....whuh....whats going on?! I fell asleep reading another doom n gloom story...
Re: Review: Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures (Wii U)
Wow. Colour me shocked!
Re: CNET Outlines Console Purchase Choices And Highlights Wii U as a "Pretty Compelling Buy"
Honestly, anyone who is open minded and not a droid can see Wii U is a console worth owning. Its not perfect, but is by no means a "dud." Its all about who you ask.
Re: Video: Super Mario Soup Helps Drag Kids Away From Super Mario Game
Oh what a soup-er idea this was... I've got loads more but not nearly the time haha
Re: EA Germany Survey Fails To Acknowledge The Wii U
EA doesn't like Nintendo. Also, snow is cold.
Re: FAST Racing NEO To Feature 'Hyper Real Graphics'
Bring it on! =)
Re: Parent Trap: Super Mario 3D World Is Another Family Classic From Nintendo
@rjejr HA! I've actually got a lil girl on the way. Her soon to be bedroom already has a few Zelda pics hung up so I'm gonna start her off right.
When the kids want games for xmas, I benefit as well! Haha =P
Re: Parent Trap: Super Mario 3D World Is Another Family Classic From Nintendo
Can't wait for this one tho prob after xmas. Money is tight Skylanders was my son's game of choice from the fat man this year. He and my wife weren't keen on NSMBU probably because it was so close to the previous Wii iteration which we played to death. Glad to hear a good time was had playing this with the family.
Re: Check out These Awesome Super Mario Happy Meal Toys
This would have been brilliant marketing in the US!
Re: Miyamoto: Nintendo Has Unfinished Business With Super Mario Galaxy Series
Meh... I'm a minority but I'm not right bothered about Galaxy. I don't like the sense of isolation that comes with Space.