Nicalis did a really slow and overall poor job handling Pixel's masterpiece. Plus Tyrone is such a Nintendo-hating, two-faced D-Bag. I dunno if this is good or bad news. Seeing as how if it weren't for Cave Story, Nicalis wouldn't be where it is today, I'd hope that they'd give it highest priority and do a great job.
I got the collectors edition of Millennium Girl with a CD and "art book" which was really just the equivalent of the pamphlet instruction booklet that used to come standard with games back in the day. This seems like more of the same
All i know is that this debacle took the wind out of my sails.. I'm no longer on the hype train, trying to figure out how to afford a NN3DS at launch. I'll be happily playing Majora's Mask and waiting for a real response from Nintendo about whether we'll ever get it or not.
It's a bummer for sure, and makes me really question the leadership ability of Reggie overall.
@DarkCoolEdge on the contrary, I have often re-read/revisited @zipmon reviews because of the detail and gameplay strategy advice. It reminds me of the old Nintendo Power coverage with in-depth game overviews.
Jet Force Gemini remains in my top 5 favorite N64 games. JFG and Goldeneye being the exceptions, I never was a huge N64-era Rare fan, but I played the heck out of this game. A true classic.
TREASURNAAAAAAAUTS!!! Well, at least this looks like it could be good... But I really want to play Treasurnauts. I've been patient since last Christmas.
I saw a great episode of The Backlog w/ Joe Walker with Chameleon Twist, and I've wanted to find a copy every since. (Shout out to Nintendo Life alumnus @SpaceKappa!)
@MadAdam81 I did read the translated Famitsu reviewers. Those people are in love with the Warriors games and it's really obvious. Now those were some biased reviews, where here I found a review that had the pros and cons and the reasons for said opinions. I don't spend my hard-earned money on hype and popular opinions.
I can't justify $60 for this. Looks like I'll be transferring my pre-order money over to Fantasy Life. Bummer. A much appreciated and thorough review though, @Damo.
The art style calls to mind a Wii hidden gem called Little King's Story. Do the similarities end there, @galachef55..? because I loved LKS! Fantasy Like seems like a great little game. Great review BTW!
Been anxiously waiting for this for a while now. It's great to see that it pretty much lives up to the hype. Unfortunately, I'll have to choose between this and Hyrule Warriors for the time being... Nice review @JakeShapiro!
@XFsWorld ridiculous. I'd believe Wii U being Nintendo's last console before that... but even that, I highly doubt. I predict a console/handheld merging next gen.
Now this really hits a nerve... I'm pissed. The Nintendo 3DS version is the reason that there was such an outcry for a multi platform release for crying out loud!
Ugh. That's a blow.
GC1 is easily one of the best games on the eShop. I always recommend it to people. As for the request for "full color" as a upward progression to GC3, I couldn't disagree more. The current design style is intentional, and I say it's wonderful. I like the variation this time around, but going full color would cause the game to lose its unique visual charm.
@wayneyrob22 Nintendo officially stated Wii U was compatible with 2 gamepads when it was released. That's already been established, so I don't know where you're pulling those "facts" from.
If the drastic increase in the frequency of my visits because of the recent Pokemon Happy Meals is any indicator... I'll definitely be eating a lot of chemically-treated fries in the near future.
Tyrone's so irritating to me. The fact that he's such an unapologetic, bashing, Wii U-hater and yet makes money off of us gets under my skin. I just can't bring myself to buy 1001 Spikes... and I own Cave Story, Night Sky and VVVVV.
I love a good remake, and can appreciate a continual evolution of existing IPs.... and I also love fresh and innovative new franchise possibilities. It's the incessant whining that kills me.
"Nintendo, why U always gotta put out the same games over and over?" "Check out our news games! Splatoon! S.T.E.A.M.!" "Nintendo, when U gonna put out another Advance Wars? Fire Emblem? Metroid? Majora's Mask?" sigh
@sinalefa what is wrong with you? This is easily one of the best games on the eShop. I really hope there's additional content and a graphical update. That would sell me on the double dip immediately.
I loved the first one. (Haggleman was the business.) I remember feeling like someone made a game just for me. I'd really like to see the second one on the eShop.
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Re: Rumour: Cave Story 2 Teased at PAX South and Could Be in the Works
Nicalis did a really slow and overall poor job handling Pixel's masterpiece. Plus Tyrone is such a Nintendo-hating, two-faced D-Bag. I dunno if this is good or bad news.
Seeing as how if it weren't for Cave Story, Nicalis wouldn't be where it is today, I'd hope that they'd give it highest priority and do a great job.
Re: Atlus Shows Off Terrific Launch Edition Extras for Etrian Mystery Dungeon
I got the collectors edition of Millennium Girl with a CD and "art book" which was really just the equivalent of the pamphlet instruction booklet that used to come standard with games back in the day. This seems like more of the same
Re: The New Fire Emblem For 3DS May Be Arriving Sooner Than Expected
@BensonUii that is just the worst.
I wish I'd never scrolled down to the comments...
Re: Professional Super Smash Bros. Player Proposes to Girlfriend at Tournament
You guys have had some great sub-headers recently.
Re: Nintendo of America Issues Non-Statement on the Region Skipping the Smaller New Nintendo 3DS
All i know is that this debacle took the wind out of my sails.. I'm no longer on the hype train, trying to figure out how to afford a NN3DS at launch. I'll be happily playing Majora's Mask and waiting for a real response from Nintendo about whether we'll ever get it or not.
It's a bummer for sure, and makes me really question the leadership ability of Reggie overall.
Re: New Nintendo 3DS Prices Pop Up in Italy, and They're Not Bad
Time to start pinching those pennies.
Re: Cancelled Game Boy Advance Title Is Back From The Dead A Decade After Its First Showing
@PvtOttobot so over-dramatic. The GBA has some seriously wonderful games. It remains my second favorite handheld system to date.
Re: Review: Shadow of the Ninja (Wii U eShop / NES)
@WaveWarlock and yet part 2 for the DS was really dang good...
Re: Atlus Confirms Etrian Mystery Dungeon for Spring 2015 Release in North America
Oh yes. It shall be mine. Majora's Mask and this will definitely make the blazing summer months here more bearable.
Re: Review: Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth (3DS)
@DarkCoolEdge on the contrary, I have often re-read/revisited @zipmon reviews because of the detail and gameplay strategy advice. It reminds me of the old Nintendo Power coverage with in-depth game overviews.
Re: Retro Adventure Title Elliot Quest Coming to Wii U in 2015
Oh snaps! I'll be keeping my eye on... I'll be keeping a watchful... I'll be watching. This looks cool.
Re: Costume Quest 2 Confirmed for European Wii U Release This Week
@ricklongo you and me, brother. Pleeeease release this in NA before Halloween!
Re: Nintendo 64x64: Jet Force Gemini
Jet Force Gemini remains in my top 5 favorite N64 games. JFG and Goldeneye being the exceptions, I never was a huge N64-era Rare fan, but I played the heck out of this game. A true classic.
Re: Renegade Kid Releases Debut Trailer For Upcoming 3DS eShop Title, Xeodrifter
TREASURNAAAAAAAUTS!!!
Well, at least this looks like it could be good... But I really want to play Treasurnauts. I've been patient since last Christmas.
Re: Review: Donkey Kong: Original Edition (3DS eShop / NES)
@FritzFrapp exactly.
Re: Nintendo 64x64: Chameleon Twist
Amen, @KeeperBvK.
Re: Nintendo 64x64: Chameleon Twist
I saw a great episode of The Backlog w/ Joe Walker with Chameleon Twist, and I've wanted to find a copy every since. (Shout out to Nintendo Life alumnus @SpaceKappa!)
Re: Giana Sisters 2 In Development, Could Be Coming To Wii U As Early As Next Year
I loved Twisted Dreams... but what about that off-TV play patch? I really need that sound on the gamepad to justify finishing the game.
Re: Review: Hyrule Warriors (Wii U)
@MadAdam81 I did read the translated Famitsu reviewers. Those people are in love with the Warriors games and it's really obvious. Now those were some biased reviews, where here I found a review that had the pros and cons and the reasons for said opinions. I don't spend my hard-earned money on hype and popular opinions.
Re: Review: Hyrule Warriors (Wii U)
I can't justify $60 for this. Looks like I'll be transferring my pre-order money over to Fantasy Life. Bummer.
A much appreciated and thorough review though, @Damo.
Re: Review: Fantasy Life (3DS)
The art style calls to mind a Wii hidden gem called Little King's Story. Do the similarities end there, @galachef55..? because I loved LKS! Fantasy Like seems like a great little game.
Great review BTW!
Re: Nintendo Confirms Week Two Details for Super Smashing eShop Sale
I'll be taking the sound advice of @Webby-sama as well as snagging Mega Man X2.
Re: Review: Teslagrad (Wii U eShop)
Been anxiously waiting for this for a while now. It's great to see that it pretty much lives up to the hype. Unfortunately, I'll have to choose between this and Hyrule Warriors for the time being...
Nice review @JakeShapiro!
Re: Review: Kirby Fighters Deluxe (3DS eShop)
..."bringing a beam to a bell fight." Classic. Another great review @zipmon!
Re: Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS Will Support The New 3DS C-Stick, But Not The Circle Pad Pro
@Ben_Rage_V2 hehehehe... yes you will. And so will I. And we'll all have a friggin ball with our portable Smash Bros.
Re: Review: Phonics Fun with Biff, Chip & Kipper: Vol. 1 (3DS)
Is there the slightest possibility that this could come to the States?
Re: September's Club Nintendo Reward Details Are Confirmed
Pictobits is a ridiculously underrated game. I had to comment just to sing its praise... but @zipmon beat me to it. It's a great puzzle title.
Re: Review: The Fall (Wii U eShop)
@conman2012 I had the same thought. Bring back @SpaceKappa!
Re: Review: Tappingo 2 (3DS eShop)
The first Tappingo was really dang good. I'll snag this once I finish the first one. That GBA puzzle is rad
Re: Poll: Tell Us What You Think of the New Nintendo 3DS
@XFsWorld ridiculous.
I'd believe Wii U being Nintendo's last console before that... but even that, I highly doubt. I predict a console/handheld merging next gen.
Re: Resident Evil Revelations 2 Confirmed By Capcom, Skipping Nintendo Systems
Now this really hits a nerve... I'm pissed. The Nintendo 3DS version is the reason that there was such an outcry for a multi platform release for crying out loud!
Ugh. That's a blow.
Re: Review: Demon King Box (3DS eShop)
And I thought you only reviewed good games @zipmon! Haha! I'll trust your judgement, as you haven't steered me wrong yet.
Re: WayForward is at the Reigns of Another Adventure Time 3DS Venture
I'm hopeful... but if the past serves as evidence, it won't be great. I hope I'm wrong because I really love Adventure Time.
Re: Keiji Inafune Juiced Up Azure Striker Gunvolt
"The throwback style is the game's biggest asset."
This doesn't fill me with confidence for the game...
Re: Animal Traits and Unique Features Outlined for Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley
This looks really interesting... It's on the radar now.
Re: Goodbye Galaxy Games Reveals First Teaser Image of Wii U FPS
If it's fast and addictive, the art style will only add to the great old-school aesthetic.
It has real promise. I'm in.
Re: Video: Hyperkin RetroN 5 Review - King Of The Clone Consoles?
Looks awesome @Damo! Overall, it seems like you're satisfied, eh?
For a while now, I've been wanting a Supaboy. Anybody tried one of those?
Re: Review: Steel Empire (3DS eShop)
Another great review @zipmon.
I'll be waiting for a sale though.
Re: Review: Pop'n Twinbee (Wii U eShop / Super Nintendo)
No party for US? Waaaaah...
Re: Interview: Bertil Hörberg Jumps Back Into the Saddle With Gunman Clive 2
GC1 is easily one of the best games on the eShop. I always recommend it to people. As for the request for "full color" as a upward progression to GC3, I couldn't disagree more. The current design style is intentional, and I say it's wonderful. I like the variation this time around, but going full color would cause the game to lose its unique visual charm.
Re: Atlus Teases a New Etrian Odyssey Title, Makes You Work To See It
I looooved The Millennium Girl on 3DS. News of another Untold would be music to my ears.
Re: Nintendo 64 Titles Heading to the Wii U Virtual Console
@wayneyrob22 Nintendo officially stated Wii U was compatible with 2 gamepads when it was released. That's already been established, so I don't know where you're pulling those "facts" from.
Re: Mario Kart 8 Toys Boosting Into McDonald's Happy Meals
If the drastic increase in the frequency of my visits because of the recent Pokemon Happy Meals is any indicator... I'll definitely be eating a lot of chemically-treated fries in the near future.
Re: Off-TV Play Coming to 1001 Spikes on Wii U
Tyrone's so irritating to me. The fact that he's such an unapologetic, bashing, Wii U-hater and yet makes money off of us gets under my skin. I just can't bring myself to buy 1001 Spikes... and I own Cave Story, Night Sky and VVVVV.
Re: E3 2014: Intelligent Systems Will Reveal New Advance Wars And Fire Emblem Titles "When The Time Is Right"
I love a good remake, and can appreciate a continual evolution of existing IPs.... and I also love fresh and innovative new franchise possibilities.
It's the incessant whining that kills me.
Re: E3 2014: Intelligent Systems Will Reveal New Advance Wars And Fire Emblem Titles "When The Time Is Right"
"Nintendo, why U always gotta put out the same games over and over?"
"Check out our news games! Splatoon! S.T.E.A.M.!"
"Nintendo, when U gonna put out another Advance Wars? Fire Emblem? Metroid? Majora's Mask?"
sigh
Re: E3 2014: Nintendo Reveals New eShop Games in Trailer Extravaganza
Gunman Clive 2 and A.N.N.E. look like must-have titles.
Re: SteamWorld Dig Is Finding Its Way to Wii U This Autumn / Fall
@sinalefa what is wrong with you? This is easily one of the best games on the eShop.
I really hope there's additional content and a graphical update. That would sell me on the double dip immediately.
Re: Another World: 20th Anniversary Edition Confirmed for Wii U and 3DS
I loved Flashback, but never actually played this... I'm assuming they're similar? Am I wrong?
Re: Renegade Kid's Jools Watsham Wants To Bring Retro Game Challenge 2 To The West
I loved the first one. (Haggleman was the business.) I remember feeling like someone made a game just for me. I'd really like to see the second one on the eShop.