@Manicfatty. I forgot to say i agree with you, that's why i mentioned SSBB, like they also used the excuse of "think about the casuals" to don't make leader boards and all that kind of stuff, they instead used a pretty week online which doesn't even keep scores when playing with friends, that was disappointing.
However i understand why Nintendo does this, they may be "like tourists" like you said, but right now the only brand that makes games for them is Nintendo, while the others focus on the core gamers. I understand your disappointment though, i share it at some point with other franchises of Nintendo that got the same treatment.
@Surgical Precision. There is no big difference on the emulation of them you only notice if you play BOTH, the only thing which i really find annoying is the inverse buttons, that was a wtf move from them, like what's the point of changing the button configuration that we grow up with!, they added a "rapid fire" however.
I think people exaggerated about the problems of the game, but they exist
Megaman 7 suffered some changes, mostly on the ending (it's all true). I never played Megaman 8 before so i really can't comment what changed and what not.
The AC should be cheaper than that :s if you can find a better price i say go for it. I favored the AC because i found it cheaper (used but in good condition) which i think is an advantage to independent downloads, but if you will pay the same for each then probably the VC is a good option as well because it has better controls and you can avoid the worst of the series (MM 8 imo), you will have to wait until they become available though xP MM 3 is not even up yet!. However that will always be just "data", the AC will have some collection value in the future (maybe), not to mention you don't waste some precious Wii memory.
Whatever you do is alright, there are a lot of pros and cons about it.
Mega Man 3 is awesome, it's my favorite! (yes i also treasure MM 2 and the very first one), the debate of which one is the best will go on forever! Both are very enjoyable experiences and i hope this time America get it at the same time than Europe Capcom trolled us with the release dates of MM 1 and 2!
@Surgical Precision:If you can get the Anniversary collection i encourage you to do so, it contains also the rare Megaman the powerbattle and the powerfighters (arcade) and some other stuff, not to mention Megaman 1 to 8. I have all the NES games but that didn't stop me from getting the aniversary collection for the equivalent of $10! (not getting them for the VC i must confess for the same arguments you said).
The VC has the advantage that if someone doesn't want the whole package they can still get to play high profile MM 2 and 3 for example, without paying attention to the least popular.
(yes i see Megaman 10 comming, in the near future like 2009)
Overpriced, i'm a Megaman fan but nah that's TOO MUCH, i would rather get something more useful than something that is just sitting in there for you to watch...
Haha hilarious, well i think they WILL solve this problem but they screw from the very beginning, they could easily stuff some 20 gb on the Wii and everyone would be happy!
I really expect this problem to be solved, but it is not easy to just "send some garbage update", they really have to test and make a lot of stuff to solve this problem, which will cost time and resources to get it done!
It's not a stupid move, they get you to buy independant points for each console xD which is in fact a well thought move from them.
It's sad for us however that we will have to feed two hungry consoles of points!, also i wonder if you will be able to buy these with credit cards for the DSi, because not everyone get stupid "nintendo points" cards they are not sold out of the US! (and i assume Europe and Australia?)
@ Stuffgamer. Well done!, you are well informed and know what you're talking about, i do read these long posts.
Now about the Banjo games, did you guys never saw it coming?, it was obvious to me that these RARE games won't be on VC, they may be old but RARE and Microsoft have future plans for some of these franchises (Killer Instinct 3 for example), so i don't think they would "let go" easily. Either they get them or let the games in the "legal void" forever (like Golden Eye; everyobody looses).
We should forget about Golden Eye and Perfect Dak too (besides i have them anyway).
You should see it from the side that Wii owners have access to a LOT of old jewels (both exclusive and not) already, if you compare the library i think it's fair that they get a game like Banjo when you get all Ninty classics and more. Just trying to see the "half glass full" xP.
That's great, in a couple of hours we will have this game (i'm assuming until the morning), i will get this on the afternoon after i get home, i have waited for so long for this game, i'm sure it won't disappoint me.
Yes i really enjoy Mario RPG more than the FF from SNES, because the story but also they are different on many things, so is Earthbound which has no comparison with most RPG, is that unique.
It was one of the first games i've ever played, don't be hard on it, it's a little game that is fun. Probably is not worth the download, but is not a bad game.
Damn it then just remake Chrono Trigger and Secret of Mana or release them on VC, but do SOMETHING, don't take another 10+ years to think what would be the best for your wallet if either way we are going to make Square richer :X.
I think we may get it before because there was a port of this game (and the first NES mother) for the GBA on Japan not so long ago, we never got that port either so probably they will give us the game on VC before.
Well you're right, that's why i said "small number" because they really can't keep track of how much data users are trying to handle, i haven't reported either that i have 100 miserable blocks left .
So yeah there must be a solid market to target this "device" they have to figure out, i guess they are trying to find out if is worth it (which i bet it is).
Yeah this RPG is kinda tough, mostly the first run and if you don't take your time to level your buddies (because you get them at puny levels). Some things in there are hilarious, sarcastic and really well done.
I would buy Earthbound, without hesitate it a bit.
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Re: USA VC Update: Boogerman
Haha what a mediocre game. This week didn't happened.
Re: USA VC Update: Mega Man 3
Megaman 3 makes up for any other week with two "nobody" games we have had...
This game rocks, if you can download it now besides complaining! If you don't dig a VC release like this i really don't know what else could you want.
I don't think Europe/Aus will have to wait that much for the game, i think they will get it in the week or next week.
Re: Virtual Console games to be directly downloadable to SD cards
@Manicfatty. I forgot to say i agree with you, that's why i mentioned SSBB, like they also used the excuse of "think about the casuals" to don't make leader boards and all that kind of stuff, they instead used a pretty week online which doesn't even keep scores when playing with friends, that was disappointing.
However i understand why Nintendo does this, they may be "like tourists" like you said, but right now the only brand that makes games for them is Nintendo, while the others focus on the core gamers. I understand your disappointment though, i share it at some point with other franchises of Nintendo that got the same treatment.
Re: Virtual Console games to be directly downloadable to SD cards
@Manicfatty. "Casual gamers" are the majority of costumers... they been trying to simplify games or some sort of thing lately (see SSBB as well).
Re: USA VC Releases: Secret of Mana and Street Fighter II Genesis
OMG everyone download it, NOW NOW NOW!!!.
(Everyone on this region anyway xP)
Re: OFLC Update: Mega Man 3
Haha Megaman soccer was amusing... that is of course if you like soccer and megaman xP.
If Willy Wars comes to the VC i'll get it!, never played it before, just on emulators (cough).
Re: OFLC Update: Mega Man 3
@Surgical Precision. There is no big difference on the emulation of them you only notice if you play BOTH, the only thing which i really find annoying is the inverse buttons, that was a wtf move from them, like what's the point of changing the button configuration that we grow up with!, they added a "rapid fire" however.
I think people exaggerated about the problems of the game, but they exist
Megaman 7 suffered some changes, mostly on the ending (it's all true). I never played Megaman 8 before so i really can't comment what changed and what not.
The AC should be cheaper than that :s if you can find a better price i say go for it. I favored the AC because i found it cheaper (used but in good condition) which i think is an advantage to independent downloads, but if you will pay the same for each then probably the VC is a good option as well because it has better controls and you can avoid the worst of the series (MM 8 imo), you will have to wait until they become available though xP MM 3 is not even up yet!. However that will always be just "data", the AC will have some collection value in the future (maybe), not to mention you don't waste some precious Wii memory.
Whatever you do is alright, there are a lot of pros and cons about it.
Re: OFLC Update: Mega Man 3
Mega Man 3 is awesome, it's my favorite! (yes i also treasure MM 2 and the very first one), the debate of which one is the best will go on forever! Both are very enjoyable experiences and i hope this time America get it at the same time than Europe Capcom trolled us with the release dates of MM 1 and 2!
@Surgical Precision:If you can get the Anniversary collection i encourage you to do so, it contains also the rare Megaman the powerbattle and the powerfighters (arcade) and some other stuff, not to mention Megaman 1 to 8. I have all the NES games but that didn't stop me from getting the aniversary collection for the equivalent of $10! (not getting them for the VC i must confess for the same arguments you said).
The VC has the advantage that if someone doesn't want the whole package they can still get to play high profile MM 2 and 3 for example, without paying attention to the least popular.
(yes i see Megaman 10 comming, in the near future like 2009)
Re: The DSi – One Step Closer to a Portable Virtual Console?
Man i want to buy this, i feel so bad however.... it's like so consumist, like I DON'T NEED IT but i will end getting it
Sniff...
At least it's not going to cost that much... right?, i hope they don't launch it with a retarded high price ><.
Re: Mega Man 9 Press Kit Fetches $750 on eBay
Overpriced, i'm a Megaman fan but nah that's TOO MUCH, i would rather get something more useful than something that is just sitting in there for you to watch...
Re: Virtual Console games to be directly downloadable to SD cards
Haha hilarious, well i think they WILL solve this problem but they screw from the very beginning, they could easily stuff some 20 gb on the Wii and everyone would be happy!
I really expect this problem to be solved, but it is not easy to just "send some garbage update", they really have to test and make a lot of stuff to solve this problem, which will cost time and resources to get it done!
Oh well, "the lazy works twice in the end".
Re: Sorry Kids – You're Not Allowed To Share Your Nintendo Points
It's not a stupid move, they get you to buy independant points for each console xD which is in fact a well thought move from them.
It's sad for us however that we will have to feed two hungry consoles of points!, also i wonder if you will be able to buy these with credit cards for the DSi, because not everyone get stupid "nintendo points" cards they are not sold out of the US! (and i assume Europe and Australia?)
Re: Capcom Releases Two Mega Man 9 Downloadable Content Packs
Not so interested on the endless stage. I want to download protoman though, but it sucks the lack of story and no records for him :/.
Re: Mega Man 9 - Proto Man Details Revealed
I will get it.
The best thing is ability to reflect those annoying projectiles.
Re: Banjo-Kazooie and Banjo-Tooie "Exclusively" on XBLA
@ Stuffgamer. Well done!, you are well informed and know what you're talking about, i do read these long posts.
Now about the Banjo games, did you guys never saw it coming?, it was obvious to me that these RARE games won't be on VC, they may be old but RARE and Microsoft have future plans for some of these franchises (Killer Instinct 3 for example), so i don't think they would "let go" easily. Either they get them or let the games in the "legal void" forever (like Golden Eye; everyobody looses).
We should forget about Golden Eye and Perfect Dak too (besides i have them anyway).
You should see it from the side that Wii owners have access to a LOT of old jewels (both exclusive and not) already, if you compare the library i think it's fair that they get a game like Banjo when you get all Ninty classics and more. Just trying to see the "half glass full" xP.
Re: Mega Man 9 T-Shirts Now On Sale
That's a high price, to the point the game itself it's cheaper ;S ... but oh well, i think i may get one.
Re: Review: Mega Man 9 (WiiWare)
The wait was worth!, this Mega Man has the best level design since MM III it's so fun to play, i've been playing it all day.
It has high difficulty, somewhat like MM I if you prefer.
Re: Mega Man 9 Confirmed For US Release On Monday!
That's great, in a couple of hours we will have this game (i'm assuming until the morning), i will get this on the afternoon after i get home, i have waited for so long for this game, i'm sure it won't disappoint me.
Re: OFLC Update: Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse (NES)
I really recommend this Castlevania, is one of the finest from all and has some great characters.
I wish they remade this game just like they did with Rondo of blood for PSP. For now the VC will do .
Re: USA VC Releases: Cho Aniki and Final Soldier
Man, pump some iron it's ok... but no, something is wrong with that game xD.
Re: USA VC Releases: Super Mario RPG and Clu Clu Land
Awesome week!.
Re: Japanese Virtual Console list - September 2008
Can't wait for a US Secret of Mana release! (on a couple of months anyway!).
Re: USA VC Update: Sonic (Master System) and Splatterhouse 2
Wow somerhing strange must be going on.
Re: Mega Man Finally Out On Monday In USA
(*inserts credit card for more wii points*)
Re: Samurai Shodown II Coming To North American VC In August
Will download this.No point on getting the first now right?.
Re: Japanese Virtual Console list - July 2008
Now i wonder if i should download Samurai Shodown or just wait for the sequel, i wonder how much it will take for them to bring it to american VC...
Re: Review: My Pokémon Ranch
Is just a storage thing for people like me with no room left for the pokemon, IS NOT A GAME XD, so i don't even think is worth a review...
People that don't even have diamond or pearl, don't even try it.
Re: Super Mario RPG Released in Japan Today
It should be coming soon need more wii points!.
Re: Secret of Evermore - Brian Fehdrau Interview
I don't really liked Evermore, story, concept and anything, just the battle system (and that's because i like secret of mana).
I won't download.
Re: City Connection
On the VC probably there isn't, but i'm not trying to make you like it lol, probably i'm the only person that enjoyed it...
Re: City Connection
Nah not the worst, just it never stand the test of time... i say don't download it.
Re: Japanese Virtual Console list - June 2008 (Super Mario RPG!)
@Stuffgamer_ You have a point on that.
Yes i really enjoy Mario RPG more than the FF from SNES, because the story but also they are different on many things, so is Earthbound which has no comparison with most RPG, is that unique.
Re: Japanese Virtual Console list - June 2008 (Super Mario RPG!)
I'll pay 900 for it!, but evil NIntendo is like:
-"hehehe you wanted it?, you requested it and craved for it?, 900 wii points FOOLS!".
Re: City Connection
It was one of the first games i've ever played, don't be hard on it, it's a little game that is fun. Probably is not worth the download, but is not a bad game.
Re: US VC Releases - 26th May - Metal Slug
City connection is a little fun game!, i don't know if is worth the download, but i remember it from my childhood and it was great.
Re: Square-Enix Changes Its Mind About The Virtual Console?
Damn it then just remake Chrono Trigger and Secret of Mana or release them on VC, but do SOMETHING, don't take another 10+ years to think what would be the best for your wallet if either way we are going to make Square richer :X.
Re: North American WiiWare launch games
I don't feel attracted to any of these titles. Maybe Dr. Mario...
I hope this gets really good things in the future, so far looks weak.
Re: ActRaiser
This game KICKS ASS, download it now, NOW, NOW!
Re: Nintendo Wii hard drive coming soon?
@Snyderman.
You speak the truth!. And sadly i can't be more agreed (as a Nintendo fan).
Re: ESRB Update: EarthBound Finally Coming To Virtual Console!
@poggydude
I think we may get it before because there was a port of this game (and the first NES mother) for the GBA on Japan not so long ago, we never got that port either so probably they will give us the game on VC before.
Re: US VC Releases - 5th May - Pokemon Puzzle League
@StarDust.
That's pretty kiddy, i mean sure you can stay away from a game but because you think it suck or you don't feel appeal for it.But that's too much lol.
Is ok, not like i say you must play them anyway.
Re: RPG Titles Dominate Nintendo Power’s Most Wanted List
Well it's kind of a RPG... so i must say... where is my Secret of Mana on the list? . I want it!.
Re: Nintendo Wii hard drive coming soon?
@smashter
Well you're right, that's why i said "small number" because they really can't keep track of how much data users are trying to handle, i haven't reported either that i have 100 miserable blocks left .
So yeah there must be a solid market to target this "device" they have to figure out, i guess they are trying to find out if is worth it (which i bet it is).
Re: ESRB Update: EarthBound Finally Coming To Virtual Console!
Yeah this RPG is kinda tough, mostly the first run and if you don't take your time to level your buddies (because you get them at puny levels). Some things in there are hilarious, sarcastic and really well done.
I would buy Earthbound, without hesitate it a bit.
Re: US VC Releases - 5th May - Pokemon Puzzle League
Pokemon Puzzle league is a good game.
Hey, is better than nothing
Re: Nintendo Wii hard drive coming soon?
Don't jump to conclusions... it is pretty much in the air. And he even calls us (the ones that want more memory) a "small number", so take your guess.
I hope they make an external drive for it, because i want to keep downloading stuff, from VC and when Wii ware comes.
Re: ESRB Update: EarthBound Finally Coming To Virtual Console!
Oh hell yes!, i will get this as soon as we are able to download it. Please, pleeeassee don't take a year to do it .
Re: US VC Releases - 7th April - Yoshi's Cookie
I still have this game for my NES, and out of the collection side of it (because the cartridge is pretty rad) i really don't recommend it.
Re: Japanese Virtual Console list - April 2008
Oh yes please, bring "Rondo of Blood" to us!. It'll be awesome.
While you're at it, i hope Bloodlines gets a chance too .
Re: Tetris is Coming to WiiWare - Online Play Included
This one looks interesting, i love Tetris, everyone loves tetris!!. Let's see if it opens the way for Paneru de pon (Tetris attack).
And i hope as well it has the "type-A" "type-b" and "type-c" classic Tetris music.