I noticed the list of coming soon Wii VC games has been changed recently. MJ's Moonwalker is no longer on the list and I'm almost positive there were a few others. Were the ratings confirmed to be false?
I guess the addition of Netflix today gives them an excuse not to add any Wii VC games. I'm pretty sure we didn't get one last week so we should have gotten one today. Not sure if the Gameboy games this week are worth getting excited about.
Cool! Now I can watch old He-man episodes on my 3DS! Hope we get some 3D movies later on. This is better than that Video player that Europe and Japan got.
This couldn't be worse than the live action segments on the Super Mario Bros Super show. Yeah Lou Albano was exactly like the real Mario right? Somehow that show was probably still more popular than this movie.
I honestly didn't hate this movie. I still have the VHS tape and watch it sometimes just for laughs. At least some of the soundtrack was cool. That Girl that played Daisy was pretty cute too.
I don't know about this one. I'd feel like a sissy buying such a girly looking game but it does sound interesting. On the other hand I do like platformers. I checked out the Demo video just for laughs and it actually looked well made. I might give it a chance.
I'm not going to bash FPS games. I do get in the mood to play them sometimes. I miss the days when games were fun without being violent. Most kids today think Mario is lame. It's all about the War games now. That's why so many uninformed parents try to blame real violence on videogames. They think all of them are about killing and gore.
The only reason people say Mega man 1 is the hardest is no E-tanks. I find the most difficult parts without a free refill are these...
1.Yellow devil 2. Mega clone He still infuriates me to this day. 3. Boss gauntlet towards end. 4. Dr Wily. Other than those moments the rest of the game is cake.
This article kinda depresses me. There's been alot of talk lately about the Mega man series dying off due to Inafune leaving Capcom. considering the future without the man who created it is a scary thought. We still have Legends 3 to look forward to. (so far) Other than that it's not looking good. Lots of great memories from this series. It was fun while it lasted.
America better get a big update like this too. It's such a load of crap that Japan always gets huge updates and we get tiny morsels. Nintendo of America must be run my monkeys.
I hear it's amazing when the famous purple stuffed worm in flap-jaw space with the tuning fork does a raw blink on Hara-kiri Rock. I need Scissors! 61!
Nostalgia is probably my biggest reason for downloading this. It was one of my first gameboy games. The music is just superb and it stays with you long after turning off the game. With only 5 stages it can be finished in roughly 20 minutes. There is however a code for hard mode which might add some replay value. It's still a great game when you just need something quick to play.
I don't care that Kirby's dream land is so short. Everything else about it is so good the length hardly matters. The music is so memorable and catchy. I just love King DeDeDe's theme! Glad to see FF VI finally arrive on VC. This will be my first time playing all the way through.
Didn't they learn their lesson with the last two storybook Sonic games? Wasn't Sega saying they were hoping to make better Sonic games from now on? How about Colors 2 instead of this crap again?
Wow Gargoyles quest! A gameboy game I never got the chance to play. Hope it comes to America soon. I wish they'd get that Nes sequel and possibly Demon's crest on the Wii VC.
Great game but one thing always confused me. Why do the Genesis games look and sound so much better? GBA was supposed to be a 32 bit system yet the Sonic advance games seem more primitive by comparison. Shouldn't it be the other way around?
I still like the original Gameboy Kirby better than any of the rest. It was his first game ever and what a game it was! A fantastic introduction to one of Nintendo's most beloved characters! Please come to America this thursday Kirby!
I might get this just because I'm a sucker for beat em ups. Where the heck are the sequels to the first Nes game though? They still have yet to be released on the Wii VC. I wonder what the hold up is?
And so it begins. 3DS VC finally gets it's first stinker. I knew the streak of good releases couldn't last. I think for my tennis fix I'll just download Mario tennis on N64.
I only recently got to play this and loved it. I like it much better than the Dsiware sequel. I can't wait for this on 3DS VC! Without a doubt the best GBC game I ever played!
I liked the Gameboy sequel much more than the Nes original. If anything bring that to 3DS VC. I really don't think I'd care for a 3D version of the first one. It's way too frustrating and not much fun all.
No point in a collection really. Most of the best Zelda games are on VC anyway. Just buy all those and there's your collection. As long as you own a Wii I'd say your covered. Especially with Skyward Sword on the way!
Whoa! Robin Williams? Cool! I heard that story about his daughter being named after Zelda but this is awesome! I wonder If he's played Ocarina of time before? He is supposed to be a pretty big Zelda fan after all.
I knew this game wasn't getting cancelled despite so many suggesting it was. I'm one of the few who actually liked it. Okay so the physics were a little off I'll admit. It was still an enjoyable game. Some of it was too much rehash though and not enough new material. Hopefully things will be better for the sequel.
The game that made me love Zelda! I actually played this before a Link to the past. Only took an hour into it and I was hooked. Been a Zelda fan ever since. Do not pass this up. Even if you're not a huge Zelda fan by the time you finish I bet you will be. You'll never forget it.
@ pikmaniac02 I believe he's referring to the altered fire Temple music, The mirror shields design change and Ganon spurting green blood instead of red. They were minor changes but it's still nice to own the original unchanged N64 version.
I just checked the Wii shop and it's all true. No new games were added today. Well so much for tradition. Monday just went back to being the worst day of the week.
This game had a huge impact on the Zelda series and videogames in general. Every bit of it is amazing to behold. I remember that first time stepping out into Hyrule field and just staring in awe! I was hooked for months. Only stopping to eat, sleep or go to the bathroom.
Okay so what's the deal with the update day? Is it monday for Wiiware and VC and Thursday for 3DS VC and Dsiware? I keep getting two different stories. Why would they suddenly make thursday the day for all updates? Since when do they ever announce releases ahead of time? Also no VC game this week is total BS. We didn't get a single VC game last week either. The pattern of one game every other week has been the norm for a while now so where's Final Fantasy VI?
Luigi's mansion was one of the first games I bought for Gamecube. People were harsh with it back then for being so short. It was bashed alot and called more of a tech demo than an actual game. I really loved it though and I never expected there to be a sequel. Anybody else's jaw drop when they announced this? Mine sure did!
Well since it doesn't play Gamecube games that's a good reason to hang on to your original Wii. I would never get rid of a system I spent good money on. No matter how old and out of date it gets. I still have every Nintendo console that has come out. It would be nice to have Gamecube games on the Wii U VC but I'm not counting on it.
Whoops the sound on my computer wasn't working for some reason. I had to restart it. Sorry If I seemed like an idiot for asking how to get the Gameboy border. My mistake.
I was expecting this soon since Japan is getting it for the launch. I used to own this on my original gameboy as well as the sequels. Bring on the rest of the Gameboy Mega mans!
The PS3 is just an updated PS2 then right? Ever notice how Nintendo doesn't go around tooting their own horn? Our stuff is better blah blah blah. Yeah you never hear that kinda talk from Nintendo. Sega used to brag about being so much better than Nintendo and look at them now. They aren't even in the console buisiness. Serves them right for being so smug. Maybe Sony can join them and go back to making TV's.
The prices seem fair to me. Just a reminder for those too young to remember. Gameboy games used to cost about 30/35 dollars. I'd say 3.99 is a good deal. Same complaining went on about the Wii VC pricing. Those cartridges were over 50 bucks. Don't be like this guy. [youtube:pbpLk240OAs]
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Re: Nintendo Download: 14th July 2011 (North America)
Wow I guess we got a VC game after all! Nintendo decided to be sneaky this time and surprise us.
I withdraw my previous complaint.
Re: Nintendo Download: 14th July 2011 (North America)
I noticed the list of coming soon Wii VC games has been changed recently. MJ's Moonwalker is no longer on the list and I'm almost positive there were a few others.
Were the ratings confirmed to be false?
Re: Nintendo Download: 14th July 2011 (North America)
I guess the addition of Netflix today gives them an excuse not to add any Wii VC games.
I'm pretty sure we didn't get one last week so we should have gotten one today.
Not sure if the Gameboy games this week are worth getting excited about.
Re: Netflix Arrives on 3DS in North America Tomorrow
Cool! Now I can watch old He-man episodes on my 3DS!
Hope we get some 3D movies later on.
This is better than that Video player that Europe and Japan got.
Re: Review: ANIMA: Ark of Sinners (WiiWare)
Fail. Major Fail. Sorry Anima you blew it.
Castlevania this is not.
Re: The Super Mario Bros Movie Could Have Turned Out Very Differently
This couldn't be worse than the live action segments on the Super Mario Bros Super show. Yeah Lou Albano was exactly like the real Mario right? Somehow that show was probably still more popular than this movie.
Re: The Super Mario Bros Movie Could Have Turned Out Very Differently
I honestly didn't hate this movie. I still have the VHS tape and watch it sometimes just for laughs. At least some of the soundtrack was cool.
Come on everybody let's walk the Dinosaur!That Girl that played Daisy was pretty cute too.
Re: Review: Fortified Zone (3DS Virtual Console / Game Boy)
I'll probably go ahead and get this one. Seems decent enough.
Re: Review: Roller Angels (DSiWare)
That bloodshot eyed thing in the screen shot above looks like Ren from Ren and Stimpy.
Re: Review: Roller Angels (DSiWare)
I don't know about this one. I'd feel like a sissy buying such a girly looking game but it does sound interesting. On the other hand I do like platformers. I checked out the Demo video just for laughs and it actually looked well made. I might give it a chance.
Re: The Thought of a Shooter-Only Future Makes Iwata Sad
I'm not going to bash FPS games. I do get in the mood to play them sometimes.
I miss the days when games were fun without being violent.
Most kids today think Mario is lame.
It's all about the War games now.
That's why so many uninformed parents try to blame real violence on videogames.
They think all of them are about killing and gore.
Re: Features: 10 Life Lessons Learned From Mega Man
The only reason people say Mega man 1 is the hardest is no E-tanks.
I find the most difficult parts without a free refill are these...
1.Yellow devil
2. Mega clone He still infuriates me to this day.
3. Boss gauntlet towards end.
4. Dr Wily.
Other than those moments the rest of the game is cake.
Re: Features: 10 Life Lessons Learned From Mega Man
This article kinda depresses me. There's been alot of talk lately about the Mega man series dying off due to Inafune leaving Capcom. considering the future without the man who created it is a scary thought.
We still have Legends 3 to look forward to. (so far)
Other than that it's not looking good.
Lots of great memories from this series.
It was fun while it lasted.
Re: Nintendo Download: 7th July (Europe)
@ Bass_X0
Well yeah that was a nice surprise. It would still be better if everybody got the same games uploaded. That way it would be more balanced.
Re: ANIMA: Ark of Sinners
For some reason I'm smelling a review of 7/10.
It won't be fantastic but just so so. I hope I'm wrong but We'll see.
It just looks kinda meh to me.
Re: Nintendo Download: 7th July (Europe)
America better get a big update like this too. It's such a load of crap that Japan always gets huge updates and we get tiny morsels.
Nintendo of America must be run my monkeys.
Re: Features: Bizarre Emails Sent to Nintendo Life - Volume 3
I hear it's amazing when the famous purple stuffed worm in flap-jaw space with the tuning fork does a raw blink on Hara-kiri Rock.
I need Scissors! 61!
Re: Review: Kirby's Dream Land (Game Boy)
Nostalgia is probably my biggest reason for downloading this.
It was one of my first gameboy games. The music is just superb and it stays with you long after turning off the game. With only 5 stages it can be finished in roughly 20 minutes. There is however a code for hard mode which might add some replay value.
It's still a great game when you just need something quick to play.
Re: Nintendo Download: 30th June 2011 (North America)
I don't care that Kirby's dream land is so short. Everything else about it is so good the length hardly matters. The music is so memorable and catchy.
I just love King DeDeDe's theme!
Glad to see FF VI finally arrive on VC. This will be my first time playing all the way through.
Re: Rumour: SEGA Preparing a Third Sonic Storybook Game
Didn't they learn their lesson with the last two storybook Sonic games?
Wasn't Sega saying they were hoping to make better Sonic games from now on?
How about Colors 2 instead of this crap again?
Re: Japanese 3DS Virtual Console Gets Pac-Man and More
Wow Gargoyles quest! A gameboy game I never got the chance to play.
Hope it comes to America soon. I wish they'd get that Nes sequel and possibly Demon's crest on the Wii VC.
Re: Review: Sonic Advance (Game Boy Advance)
Great game but one thing always confused me. Why do the Genesis games look and sound so much better? GBA was supposed to be a 32 bit system yet the Sonic advance games seem more primitive by comparison. Shouldn't it be the other way around?
Re: Nintendo Download: 30th June 2011 (Europe)
I still like the original Gameboy Kirby better than any of the rest.
It was his first game ever and what a game it was!
A fantastic introduction to one of Nintendo's most beloved characters!
Please come to America this thursday Kirby!
Re: Review: Double Dragon (Game Boy)
I might get this just because I'm a sucker for beat em ups.
Where the heck are the sequels to the first Nes game though?
They still have yet to be released on the Wii VC.
I wonder what the hold up is?
Re: Nintendo Download: 23rd June 2011 (North America)
And so it begins. 3DS VC finally gets it's first stinker. I knew the streak of good releases couldn't last. I think for my tennis fix I'll just download Mario tennis on N64.
Re: WayForward Pursuing Shantae for 3DS Virtual Console
I only recently got to play this and loved it. I like it much better than the Dsiware sequel. I can't wait for this on 3DS VC! Without a doubt the best GBC game I ever played!
Re: Sakurai "In Talks" to Bring Original Kid Icarus to 3DS
I liked the Gameboy sequel much more than the Nes original.
If anything bring that to 3DS VC. I really don't think I'd care for a 3D version of the first one. It's way too frustrating and not much fun all.
Re: There Will Be No Zelda 25th Anniversary Collection
No point in a collection really. Most of the best Zelda games are on VC anyway.
Just buy all those and there's your collection.
As long as you own a Wii I'd say your covered.
Especially with Skyward Sword on the way!
Re: Nintendo Download: 16th June 2011 (North America)
Don't wait for the review on DK 94. It's a well known fact the game is great! This was actually the first Super Gameboy Game if I remember correctly.
Re: 3D System Update Addresses Ridge Racer Issues
@ Figetingpigeon
Yeah I'm also pretty sure the charging light issue is fixed.
My 3DS's light goes off like normal now as well.
Re: Ocarina of Time 3D Advert Features Zelda and Her Father
Here they are talking about the game and the origins of his daughter's name.
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Pretty neat that Nintendo got him involved in this!
Re: Ocarina of Time 3D Advert Features Zelda and Her Father
Whoa! Robin Williams? Cool!
I heard that story about his daughter being named after Zelda but this is awesome!
I wonder If he's played Ocarina of time before? He is supposed to be a pretty big Zelda fan after all.
Re: Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 2 Due "In the Near Future"
I knew this game wasn't getting cancelled despite so many suggesting it was. I'm one of the few who actually liked it. Okay so the physics were a little off I'll admit. It was still an enjoyable game. Some of it was too much rehash though and not enough new material.
Hopefully things will be better for the sequel.
Re: Review: The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening DX (Game Boy Color)
The game that made me love Zelda! I actually played this before a Link to the past.
Only took an hour into it and I was hooked.
Been a Zelda fan ever since. Do not pass this up. Even if you're not a huge Zelda fan by the time you finish I bet you will be.
You'll never forget it.
Re: Review: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D (3DS)
I understand why the Fire temple music and Ganon's blood were changed but what was wrong with the mirror shield?
I never figured that one out.
Re: Review: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D (3DS)
@ pikmaniac02
I believe he's referring to the altered fire Temple music, The mirror shields design change and Ganon spurting green blood instead of red.
They were minor changes but it's still nice to own the original unchanged N64 version.
Re: Review: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D (3DS)
Did anyone really expect anything less than a 10/10?
You can't mess with perfection.
Re: Nintendo Download: 16th June 2011 (North America)
I just checked the Wii shop and it's all true. No new games were added today.
Well so much for tradition.
Monday just went back to being the worst day of the week.
Re: Features: A View from Hyrule Field
This game had a huge impact on the Zelda series and videogames in general. Every bit of it is amazing to behold. I remember that first time stepping out into Hyrule field and just staring in awe!
I was hooked for months. Only stopping to eat, sleep or go to the bathroom.
Re: Nintendo Download: 16th June 2011 (North America)
The 3DS e shop just got started and already they're stiffing us on Gameboy games?
Re: Nintendo Download: 16th June 2011 (North America)
Okay so what's the deal with the update day? Is it monday for Wiiware and VC and Thursday for 3DS VC and Dsiware? I keep getting two different stories. Why would they suddenly make thursday the day for all updates? Since when do they ever announce releases ahead of time? Also no VC game this week is total BS. We didn't get a single VC game last week either. The pattern of one game every other week has been the norm for a while now so where's Final Fantasy VI?
Re: First Impressions: Luigi's Mansion 2 (3DS)
Luigi's mansion was one of the first games I bought for Gamecube.
People were harsh with it back then for being so short. It was bashed alot and called more of a tech demo than an actual game.
I really loved it though and I never expected there to be a sequel.
Anybody else's jaw drop when they announced this?
Mine sure did!
Re: Wii U Uses 25GB Discs and Lacks GameCube Compatibility
Well since it doesn't play Gamecube games that's a good reason to hang on to your original Wii. I would never get rid of a system I spent good money on. No matter how old and out of date it gets. I still have every Nintendo console that has come out. It would be nice to have Gamecube games on the Wii U VC but I'm not counting on it.
Re: Review: Super Mario Land (Game Boy)
Whoops the sound on my computer wasn't working for some reason.
I had to restart it. Sorry If I seemed like an idiot for asking how to get the Gameboy border. My mistake.
Re: Review: Super Mario Land (Game Boy)
Ah I was wondering how you get the green tint! Now how do you get the Gameboy border on there like in the above video?
Re: Nikkei Corroborates Previous Wii 2 Controller Rumours
Sounds like they want to kill the 3DS before it even got started.
If this controller doubles as a game system then it'll hurt 3DS sales.
Re: Mega Man: Dr Wily's Revenge Coming to 3DS VC
I was expecting this soon since Japan is getting it for the launch. I used to own this on my original gameboy as well as the sequels. Bring on the rest of the Gameboy Mega mans!
Re: Sony President Thinks 3DS is Just an Updated DS
The PS3 is just an updated PS2 then right?
Ever notice how Nintendo doesn't go around tooting their own horn?
Our stuff is better blah blah blah. Yeah you never hear that kinda talk from Nintendo. Sega used to brag about being so much better than Nintendo and look at them now. They aren't even in the console buisiness. Serves them right for being so smug.
Maybe Sony can join them and go back to making TV's.
Re: eShop Games Start from $1.99 and Other Interesting Information
The prices seem fair to me. Just a reminder for those too young to remember. Gameboy games used to cost about 30/35 dollars.
I'd say 3.99 is a good deal. Same complaining went on about the Wii VC pricing. Those cartridges were over 50 bucks.
Don't be like this guy.
[youtube:pbpLk240OAs]
Re: Games Do More Damage Than Passive Smoking, says Doctor
@ Gamesake
Yeah Madworld taught me one thing for sure. If some guy comes up to you with an attitude just Impale his ass on a signpost!