I think it's the consumers' fault for not knowing that it's a new system. I mean with all the commercials and ads they better know the difference. It's not like the name is confusing or anything, right?
The name isn't the sole reason, but it does play a role.
Why are people displeased with this? Sure it looks bad, but the 3DS and 3DS XL still exist. This will be another, cheaper option. I rarely use the 3D on my 3DS as most people. It makes sense since the 3D is an extra cost, of if they remove it and it's cost to make a lower price device.
Could it possibly be Nintendo's fault? I know the low install base and possible loss names these developers not want to spend more money and time. But did Nintendo do nothing? I think it's Nintendo's fault for the poor system launch and the direction they're talking their gaming. But I do hope they stop making stripped down version of game for the wii u.
I think Nintendo should do their Directs this way. I know they like to remain secretive. But having one large Direct with so many announcements is great and all, but for a short period of time and then it's followed by a drought of news. I think they should spread them out like this. I also agree with Thomas, my attitude towards this game up until yesterday was "meh" and now I am seriously interested in it. Can anyone tell me about the demo? Was it any good?
@The_Joker I'm surprised they didn't do that. The only game they put ads for was sing, they were mediocre ads for a mediocre game. Nothing else. Their marketing is one of the worse that I've seen.
Wii U is not selling well, but at least it outsold the ps3. Being outsold by the vita in Japan might not be so bad since its handheld market is bigger than home console market. Though I doubt the Wii U will continue outselling the ps3 until a big game comes out.
Sure it would be great. But atlus games dont always sell millions of copies, that might not be appealing to Nintendo. At least I hope if they but them, they don't have them make other games like platformers.
My worry is that if Nintendo buys them, then Nintendo will consider their games not that great selling and have atlus work on something else. I doubt it, but it's possible.
@Beta I am not insecure about myself, and I wouldn't use as game's rating to try and prove otherwise. I also dislike nudity and sex in games. I do like a games rated for everyone, I actually enjoy them more. But as a grown man I often want a game to be somewhat mature, I am talking about the themes in the game. Something like eternal darkness. I just want varity of games. With fire emblem almost cancelled and no f zero, metroid, star Fox, or advance wars we are pretty much going to have Mario in every game and zelda. I love those games but it is not enough. Also I
Also, I mentioned tern rating. And @jumpnshootman had a good point.
I was holding on buying a wii u waiting for fire emblem. It is my favorite nintendo franchise. If they aren't going to make it, then there is nothing for me on the wii u. I can live without zelda. The fact that they're not making f zero is not helping either.
Well, considering how Nintendo puts no effort in advertising the Wii U or 3DS, it isn't very surprising that they would turn down free publicity. As @HaNks said, with the new game coming out, it makes less sense for them to do so.
I understand Nintendo wants to be protective over its franchises and rights, but I don't think they should shut the fan community to do so. I can't see any benefit from Nintendo in doing this.
My guess, however, is that EVO contacted Nintendo of America and they denied it because the person who works there might've not known what EVO is. They probably didn't study it thoroughly. But it's Nintendo we're talking about, they have been doing lots of, dare I say, stupid things lately.
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Re: Nintendo Unveils New Trailer and Details For The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
I love it. I'm really excited for it.
Re: Nintendo Acquires 27% of Panasonic’s PUX Technology, Which Includes Voice Recognition
This is interesting. We'll see where this goes.
Re: Prepare Yourself, There's A Bayonetta Anime Movie In The Works
It feels like Hellsing. At least it's Gonzo not Production IG.
Re: Dan Adelman - Nintendo is "Very Much Aware" of Demand for a Unified Account System
I always complained about the account system. And now that my 3ds broke, I feel even stronger about it.
Re: You'll Be Able To Choose Bulbasaur, Charmander Or Squirtle As Additional Starters In Pokémon X & Y
Yesssssss. Now I care about x and y.
Re: Nintendo Direct: Pokémon Direct Scheduled For Wednesday September 4th
Will not see it, but I hope they have good announcements.
@Sony_70
Probably not.
Re: Weirdness: ABC News Tells Us All About How the 2Dees Can Play 3Dees Games
They used a clip from the 2ds clip, they pronounce it 2ds there not 2dees. Same for the 3ds.
Re: Wii U Name Isn't To Blame For Poor Sales, Says Reggie
I think it's the consumers' fault for not knowing that it's a new system. I mean with all the commercials and ads they better know the difference. It's not like the name is confusing or anything, right?
The name isn't the sole reason, but it does play a role.
Re: Stardust Amazoness Is The New RPG In Development By Arc System Works
@lividd3ad
I share your concern. But the image shows some promising characters. But the game might not make it west, so in a way it doesn't matter.
Re: Say Hello To The Nintendo 2DS - A 3DS without 3D
Why are people displeased with this?
Sure it looks bad, but the 3DS and 3DS XL still exist.
This will be another, cheaper option. I rarely use the 3D on my 3DS as most people. It makes sense since the 3D is an extra cost, of if they remove it and it's cost to make a lower price device.
Re: Layton 7 is Announced, and Looks Like Quite a Departure
No, just no.
Re: Club Nintendo Japan Gets A Trio of Awesome T-Shirts
Nahh, ill keep my awesome tote bag. If only they made more of those.
Come on noa!!
Re: Zombie Title How to Survive Confirmed for the Wii U eShop, Without Online Multiplayer
Could it possibly be Nintendo's fault? I know the low install base and possible loss names these developers not want to spend more money and time. But did Nintendo do nothing?
I think it's Nintendo's fault for the poor system launch and the direction they're talking their gaming. But I do hope they stop making stripped down version of game for the wii u.
Re: Disney Infinity Has Reportedly Cost "Well Over $100 million" to Produce
Me no likey disney. So no thank you. But I think they can make the money from kids and parents.
Re: Pokémon X & Y Soundtrack Features 212 Tracks
I would love that things get Japan only releases.
I would like it if x and y had different music.
Re: Disney Magic Castle Stays On Top in Japan, As the 3DS Rules the Land
3ds is dominating. I would like to see some games make it out of Japan.
Re: Gaze Upon One of the Rarest 3DS Systems
If they make totoro one I will be very happy.
But I have the fire emblem one.
Re: GameStop Accused of Re-Printing Xenoblade Chronicles, Then Selling as "Used" For $90
@Brother_Jolteon
I know that. I was wondering if those copies were printed without Nintendo's permission. Again, these are just rumors.
Re: Feature: Some Early Miiverse Favourites From Art Academy: SketchPad
Awesome.
Re: GameStop Accused of Re-Printing Xenoblade Chronicles, Then Selling as "Used" For $90
Does Nintendo make money off of these copies? If that's the case, and assuming this is true, then Nintendo will not be happy about it.
Re: Metroid Fan Film Seeks Crowdfunding For Completion
Me no wanty. Thanks.
Re: Video: Blacksmith Forges Link's Master Sword
How much would I have to pay to get that thing? I'm fine with an arm, all I need is one to hold it.
Re: Talking Point: The Wonderful 101 Direct and Demo Set the Standard for Wii U Marketing
I think Nintendo should do their Directs this way. I know they like to remain secretive. But having one large Direct with so many announcements is great and all, but for a short period of time and then it's followed by a drought of news. I think they should spread them out like this.
I also agree with Thomas, my attitude towards this game up until yesterday was "meh" and now I am seriously interested in it.
Can anyone tell me about the demo? Was it any good?
Re: Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy Scheduled For A November Release In Europe
I am so excited for this game.
Re: New Nintendo Direct Coming August 7th, Focus Is "Previously Announced" Wii U And 3DS Software
I'm keeping my expectations low so I don't get disappointed.
I hope at least there is some x info, or some SMTxFE.
Re: Iwata Looking To Return To "Nintendo-Like Profits" This Financial Year
@The_Joker
I'm surprised they didn't do that. The only game they put ads for was sing, they were mediocre ads for a mediocre game. Nothing else. Their marketing is one of the worse that I've seen.
Re: Club Nintendo Rewards Get Active for August
I'll pass.
Re: Video: Rejected CGI Zelda Film Discovered Online
I hate the character design. I'm glad this didn't end up becoming a thing.
Re: The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD Japanese Box Art Revealed
Awesome cover for an excellent game.
Re: The Wonderful 101's Download Will Grab Over 10GB of Precious Hard Drive Space
@Guitardude7
Especially not with the way Nintendo handles the accounts.
Re: Talking Point: F-Zero GX HD Could Boost the Franchise onto Wii U
GX was amazing. I've always thought they should just update it for the wii u. Good article, thanks.
Re: Mario & Luigi Has a Dreamy Japanese Chart Debut, Wii U Hardware Sales Drop by a Third
@Sony_70
It is not. It's sad actually. But for a while it was not outselling it.
Re: Mario & Luigi Has a Dreamy Japanese Chart Debut, Wii U Hardware Sales Drop by a Third
Wii U is not selling well, but at least it outsold the ps3. Being outsold by the vita in Japan might not be so bad since its handheld market is bigger than home console market. Though I doubt the Wii U will continue outselling the ps3 until a big game comes out.
Re: Nintendo Tops Japanese Software Sales in First Half of the Year
@Dumedum
Sony and Sega publish lots of western games, at least I feel that way
Good for Nintendo.
Re: Code of Princess Receives Temporary Price Cut in North America
Might use my 30 from fe smt promotion for this. But I'll have to read your review later after work.
Re: Rumour: Nintendo Is Shaping Up To Acquire Troubled Atlus
There would be a problem if Nintendo, or any other publisher, bought them and the developers left the company.
Re: Rumour: Nintendo Is Shaping Up To Acquire Troubled Atlus
Sure it would be great. But atlus games dont always sell millions of copies, that might not be appealing to Nintendo. At least I hope if they but them, they don't have them make other games like platformers.
Re: Atlus Parent Company Reportedly Preparing To Sell Operations
My worry is that if Nintendo buys them, then Nintendo will consider their games not that great selling and have atlus work on something else. I doubt it, but it's possible.
Re: Nintendo Download: 11th July (North America)
Smt and then use the money from the promotion for eshop games.
Re: Review: Shin Megami Tensei IV (3DS)
I already have the game preordered. And now I can get 30 bucks from the promotion that I didn't know about. This is awesome.
Re: Shigeru Miyamoto Emphasizes That New Experiences, and a New Franchise, Are Keeping Him Busy
@Beta I am not insecure about myself, and I wouldn't use as game's rating to try and prove otherwise. I also dislike nudity and sex in games. I do like a games rated for everyone, I actually enjoy them more. But as a grown man I often want a game to be somewhat mature, I am talking about the themes in the game. Something like eternal darkness. I just want varity of games. With fire emblem almost cancelled and no f zero, metroid, star Fox, or advance wars we are pretty much going to have Mario in every game and zelda. I love those games but it is not enough. Also I
Also, I mentioned tern rating. And @jumpnshootman had a good point.
Re: Shigeru Miyamoto Emphasizes That New Experiences, and a New Franchise, Are Keeping Him Busy
After the fire emblem news I dont really care.
I hope the game is rated teen or mature though.
Re: Nintendo: Wii U Fire Emblem Would Need To Sell 700K To Justify The Effort
I was holding on buying a wii u waiting for fire emblem. It is my favorite nintendo franchise. If they aren't going to make it, then there is nothing for me on the wii u. I can live without zelda. The fact that they're not making f zero is not helping either.
Re: Nintendo Denies Permission For a Live Stream of Super Smash Bros. Melee At EVO 2013
I read on IGN that Nintendo allowed the streaming. So I guess this whole thing is over.
Re: Nintendo Denies Permission For a Live Stream of Super Smash Bros. Melee At EVO 2013
Well, considering how Nintendo puts no effort in advertising the Wii U or 3DS, it isn't very surprising that they would turn down free publicity. As @HaNks said, with the new game coming out, it makes less sense for them to do so.
I understand Nintendo wants to be protective over its franchises and rights, but I don't think they should shut the fan community to do so. I can't see any benefit from Nintendo in doing this.
My guess, however, is that EVO contacted Nintendo of America and they denied it because the person who works there might've not known what EVO is. They probably didn't study it thoroughly. But it's Nintendo we're talking about, they have been doing lots of, dare I say, stupid things lately.