@Mr_Pringles I can't believe anyone has bothered hacking slots... What's the point? A good player will always beat a bad player, it doesn't matter what they have in their loadout.
@MarioPhD I couldn't dissagree more! Plague Knight played and controlled so much better than Shovel Knight did. It was a real masterclass in platforming that re-wrote the rules.
I'm so happy this came to Europe, I was so jealous when the last Humble Bundle dropped stateside. Now I've got the whole of this bundle in spite of already owning the top tier (Darksiders II and SSFIV3D), but it's for charity and is still a fantastic bargain, so why not? I urge you all to support this.
She broke her contract by moonlighting in a second job, so Nintendo didn't fire her, she fired herself. A contract is terminated if you break it - it's a very simple concept, so I'm not sure why anyone is trying to place the blame for all this on Nintendo.
As for all the hate she was getting - that was totally uncalled for, but as a PR person she should also have read the situation and played it a bit smarter.
Having said that I have a lot of sympathy for her. Loosing your job is rough and is not something anyone should be celebrating.
@PixlBitStudios I'll give the touch controls a go since you seem to have put a lot of effort into them, but buttons are always my preferred method for Picross.
This is an absolute disgrace - a lot of very unhappy customers, myself included. I've been checking their website every day for over a month and still can't get it!
Nintendo better recognize the huge demand for special editions and do another run of stock. I'm seriously considering not buying it at all now.
What's the point of hyping up the multiple storylines and then making it impossible to get a hold of?
All my main levels are still there, but I did have a level deleted that was an improved and re-uploaded edit of one of my old levels. Don't know of any reason for that... People will just have to play it without the new checkpoints and reduced difficulty I suppose. It's a pitty because people were clearly finding that level too hard. :/
I can't believe this got such a low score from you guys, this is such a good game. Sure it felt unfinished, but what was there was top tier, pure gameplay - looks like it went WAY over your heads!
@Jamotello Man, a P.N.03 sequal would be so amazing. That has to be one of the most under rated games of all time - but I guess the fact Capcom only half finished the game is a pretty big negative mark against it.
This news doesn't make the censorship any more acceptable or any less irritating. Sure it was a slightly weird, and funny feature, but that's the type of thing that makes Japanese games interesting - you get stuff that would never be included in a western game. Sometimes it's something great sometimes not, but I can't understand why anyone would actually be celebrating the removal of content from a game and the white washing of its cultural identity.
@MadAdam81 Also word for word acuracy should always be the goal with a translation. It's probably impossible and certain changes may be unavoidable, but it should always be the initial aim. The whole point is to allow the audience to understand a foriegn game - not to dilute it and change the way it plays. Imagine a samurai film where they digitally make everyone wear cowboy hats:- has the film been localised or destroyed?
@MadAdam81 Lost in translation is one thing, but removing sections of games or entire character arcs is quite another. Also Earthbound was totally butchered and is a prime example of the problems of censorship, so I'm not sure how mentioning it really helps your argument. Are you saying it's okay to go around censoring stuff because it's happened in the past?
@MadAdam81 You obvoiusly have a limited understanding of censorship - this should help you: 'Self-censorship is the act of censoring or classifying one's own blog, book, film, or other forms of media. This is done out of fear of, or deference to, the sensibilities or preferences (actual or perceived) of others and without overt pressure from any specific party or institution of authority.' So the fact that Nintendo are choosing this themselves makes no difference.
I really liked this app - Didn't use it much, but it was cool and I'll be sad to see it go as it was a great fit for the tech.
Looks like I won't be buying any future apps on Nintendo platforms though. I got it for free myself, but this is very unfair to all those who actually paid for it.
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Re: With Splatfests Finished, Judd Is Now Your Source of Super Sea Snails in Splatoon
@Mr_Pringles I can't believe anyone has bothered hacking slots... What's the point? A good player will always beat a bad player, it doesn't matter what they have in their loadout.
Re: Review: BOXBOY! (3DS eShop)
This review is an utter joke.
Re: Review: SPLASHY DUCK (Wii U eShop)
@sinalefa Don't forget Crossy Road!
Re: Yacht Club Games Provides Update on Future Campaigns and Content
@MarioPhD I couldn't dissagree more! Plague Knight played and controlled so much better than Shovel Knight did. It was a real masterclass in platforming that re-wrote the rules.
Re: Hands On: Embracing Freedom in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
@TearTheRoofOff
'So basically what ricklongo said but with more pretentious clarification.'
...Lol, fantastic!
Re: E3 2016: Nintendo Reveals Ever Oasis for the 3DS
@Zach777 Codename Steam was amazing - it's one of the best games on the system.
Re: Weirdness: Fox Stole Footage Of NES Titles For Family Guy And Copyright-Claimed The Originals On YouTube
I had a copyright claim on Mario Kart 8 footage uploaded from the games own upload feature :/
The video's still down.
Re: Win The Fire Emblem Fates Special Edition New 3DS XL and Limited Edition Game
This would totally make up for not being able to get a hold of it the first time around! It's crazy that they didn't limit it to one per customer.
...I just need fate on my side...
Re: Three New Discounts Arrive on My Nintendo in Europe
This is a huge dissapointment.
Re: Humble Friends of Nintendo Bundle Passes 60,000 Sales in Under 24 Hours
@Bzab + @Qwerts Sorry folks, my brother wants them. Like I said though, you should support this and buy the bundle - it's worth it.
Re: Interview: Image & Form Gives Us the Full Lowdown on the SteamWorld Heist: The Outsider DLC
I love this game, it's one of the very best available on the system. If you haven't bought this yet, hang your head in shame.
Re: Humble Friends of Nintendo Bundle Passes 60,000 Sales in Under 24 Hours
I'm so happy this came to Europe, I was so jealous when the last Humble Bundle dropped stateside. Now I've got the whole of this bundle in spite of already owning the top tier (Darksiders II and SSFIV3D), but it's for charity and is still a fantastic bargain, so why not? I urge you all to support this.
Re: Western Localisation Of Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Features Costume And Age Changes
Cut content = no sale.
Re: Pocket Card Jockey Gallops Into Europe on 5th May
The demo was great and kept me occupied for 3hrs straight! I'll be picking this for sure.
Re: SteamWorld Heist's DLC, The Outsider, Is Coming on 28th April
One of the best games on the 3DS... if you're waiting for the Wii U version - don't! It's perfect for portable gaming and looks great in 3D.
Re: Nintendo Download: 21st April (Europe)
@RainbowGazelle That's the US version they're selling.
Re: Yacht Club Games Gives Details on Huge Shovel Knight Sales in Extensive Blog and Infographic
Very well deserved as it's such a fantastic game. Going to pick the amiibo up ASAP.
Re: Review: Lovely Planet (Wii U eShop)
If the demo was anything to go by, this is a steaming pile of excrement.
Re: International Game Developers Association Issues Critical Statement Over Nintendo and Alison Rapp
She broke her contract by moonlighting in a second job, so Nintendo didn't fire her, she fired herself. A contract is terminated if you break it - it's a very simple concept, so I'm not sure why anyone is trying to place the blame for all this on Nintendo.
As for all the hate she was getting - that was totally uncalled for, but as a PR person she should also have read the situation and played it a bit smarter.
Having said that I have a lot of sympathy for her. Loosing your job is rough and is not something anyone should be celebrating.
Re: Interview: Solving the Puzzle of PixlCross on Wii U
@PixlBitStudios I'll give the touch controls a go since you seem to have put a lot of effort into them, but buttons are always my preferred method for Picross.
Re: Nintendo's Official UK Store Opens Pre-Orders For Fire Emblem Fates: Limited Edition - Rapidly Sells Out
This is an absolute disgrace - a lot of very unhappy customers, myself included. I've been checking their website every day for over a month and still can't get it!
Nintendo better recognize the huge demand for special editions and do another run of stock. I'm seriously considering not buying it at all now.
What's the point of hyping up the multiple storylines and then making it impossible to get a hold of?
Someone needs to be fired!
Re: Review: Sadame (3DS eShop)
@ga3tr0n Click on 'Overview' at the top of the page.
Re: Miitomo Trends on Twitter as Nintendo's Charm Strikes Again
@GammaPhonic I added you too.
Re: Miitomo Trends on Twitter as Nintendo's Charm Strikes Again
@Juxio Done (@HermeticMrFox) I never use Twitter, but Nintendo are using their powers of persuasion!
Re: Miitomo Trends on Twitter as Nintendo's Charm Strikes Again
I'm stuck on a loading screen every time I try it.
'Loading... 100%'
But surely that means you've finished loading you little tease!
Re: GAME Grabs UK Exclusivity of Fire Emblem Fates Special Edition
All gone. GAME can go f*ck themselves!
Re: Pokémon Shuffle Gets a Major Update and New Features
@Thejoe66 Everything is unlockable for free, but you have to put a huge amount of time in.
Re: Popular Super Mario Maker Speedrunner and Streamer Has All His Levels Deleted by Nintendo
They removed his levels for bad language - why is that an issue?
...Also, if his 'job' is playing Mario Maker on twitch then I have no sympathy for his loss of revenue.
Re: Nintendo Download: 24th March (Europe)
@Mario-Man-Child You won't actually have to pay that much as you're just upgrading. In the UK it's 99p - not sure about the price in Euros.
...As long as you've transfered it to your Wii U's hard drive that is.
Re: Nintendo Seems To Be Deleting Super Mario Maker Levels Without Explanation Or Warning
All my main levels are still there, but I did have a level deleted that was an improved and re-uploaded edit of one of my old levels. Don't know of any reason for that... People will just have to play it without the new checkpoints and reduced difficulty I suppose. It's a pitty because people were clearly finding that level too hard. :/
Re: Impressive Fire Emblem Fates Sales Ensure It Makes an Impact on US Charts
Well deserved sales for Nintendo's greatest series.
Re: Fire Emblem Fates Finally Has a Release Date and Details for Europe
These are the droids I'm looking for.
Can't wait!
Re: Rumour: The European Version of Bravely Second Only Has "Good" Sidequest Endings
Oh, God... No more - Please!
Re: Former Rare And Retro Staffer Rhys Lewis Is Bringing Procedurally Generated Shmup Action To The Wii U
Looks underwhelming.
Re: Review: P.N.03 (GCN)
I can't believe this got such a low score from you guys, this is such a good game. Sure it felt unfinished, but what was there was top tier, pure gameplay - looks like it went WAY over your heads!
Re: Armillo
I have serious buyers remorse over this game.
Re: PDC World Championship Darts 2009
The worst game I've ever owned. Don't even think about buying it!
Re: PlatinumGames Explains Shift to Contract Work and Ambition to be One of the World's Top Studios
@Jamotello Man, a P.N.03 sequal would be so amazing. That has to be one of the most under rated games of all time - but I guess the fact Capcom only half finished the game is a pretty big negative mark against it.
Re: Rumour: New Splatoon Mini-Game Arriving Soon with Fresh amiibo Figures in Tow
@leo13 ...But the Amiibo games ARE mini-games like Squid Jump!
Re: Here's Exactly What Has Changed With Fire Emblem Fates' "Skinship" Petting Mode
This news doesn't make the censorship any more acceptable or any less irritating. Sure it was a slightly weird, and funny feature, but that's the type of thing that makes Japanese games interesting - you get stuff that would never be included in a western game. Sometimes it's something great sometimes not, but I can't understand why anyone would actually be celebrating the removal of content from a game and the white washing of its cultural identity.
Re: Site News: Gamer Network Kindly Requests Your Help With This Survey
Well, I did it... even though it's likely the results will be used for evil.
Re: Quality Of Life Device Not Fit To Be Sold As "A Nintendo Product" At The Moment, Says Kimishima
Can't say I'm dissapointed or surprised by this news, it sounded like a really bad idea from the moment it was first anounced.
Just focus on the games Nintendo.
Re: Jools Watsham Wants to Know if You Want a Dementium III
We don't even have the first game here in Europe, so how should I know.
...Although, obviously the answer is NO.
Re: Nintendo Removes Infamous Drugging Scene From Western Localisation Of Fire Emblem Fates
@MadAdam81 Also word for word acuracy should always be the goal with a translation. It's probably impossible and certain changes may be unavoidable, but it should always be the initial aim. The whole point is to allow the audience to understand a foriegn game - not to dilute it and change the way it plays. Imagine a samurai film where they digitally make everyone wear cowboy hats:- has the film been localised or destroyed?
Re: Nintendo Removes Infamous Drugging Scene From Western Localisation Of Fire Emblem Fates
@MadAdam81 Lost in translation is one thing, but removing sections of games or entire character arcs is quite another. Also Earthbound was totally butchered and is a prime example of the problems of censorship, so I'm not sure how mentioning it really helps your argument. Are you saying it's okay to go around censoring stuff because it's happened in the past?
Re: Bravely Second "Tomahawk" Costume Change Confirmed For The West
@BoilerBroJoe Self imposed censorship to avoid an (anticipated) controversy is still censorship - no government required.
Re: Bravely Second "Tomahawk" Costume Change Confirmed For The West
@Octoling This in no way makes sense.
Re: Nintendo Removes Infamous Drugging Scene From Western Localisation Of Fire Emblem Fates
@MadAdam81 You obvoiusly have a limited understanding of censorship - this should help you: 'Self-censorship is the act of censoring or classifying one's own blog, book, film, or other forms of media. This is done out of fear of, or deference to, the sensibilities or preferences (actual or perceived) of others and without overt pressure from any specific party or institution of authority.' So the fact that Nintendo are choosing this themselves makes no difference.
Re: Rumour: Data Miners Find Evidence That Suggests New Splatoon amiibo Are Coming
@HeCaster101 Callie and Marie outfits would seem more likely.
Also maybe we'll finally get the pixelated platformer mini game from all the previews?
Re: Wii Street U Service Being Discontinued In March, Leaving eShop This Month
I really liked this app - Didn't use it much, but it was cool and I'll be sad to see it go as it was a great fit for the tech.
Looks like I won't be buying any future apps on Nintendo platforms though. I got it for free myself, but this is very unfair to all those who actually paid for it.