"It seems there's nothing some won't try and sell on eBay, but we don't expect this to lead to much of a gold rush." Should be, "try to sell" instead of "try and sell".
Honestly, right now there really isn't much this system adds to the gameplay experience. If you're used to the 3DS XL, it's a downgrade on screen size. I know that the system has faster loading times and will have exclusive games and features in the future, but right now there really isn't any rush to get one.
Right now Pokemon Bank only works some of the time, even though it's back up in Japan. I have it on my 3DS and have experienced this. They may be working on making the service more stable, but hey, it might also come to the west.
I downloaded the game on my Japanese 3DS LL, and found that you can unlock the entire soundtrack within the game itself. That at least makes me a bit happier about not being able to get this.
I think even if they called Wii U "Cafe" they would have gotten more sales. Consumers are just too confused these days. I bought a Wii U at launch and love it. Even if it doesn't sell that well, as long as Nintendo keeps making great games I'll be happy.
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Re: Weirdness: Club Nintendo Members Attempt to Sell Flipnote Studio 3D Codes on eBay
"It seems there's nothing some won't try and sell on eBay, but we don't expect this to lead to much of a gold rush." Should be, "try to sell" instead of "try and sell".
Re: New Nintendo 3DS Ambassador Editions Already In The Hands Of Lucky Buyers
Honestly, right now there really isn't much this system adds to the gameplay experience. If you're used to the 3DS XL, it's a downgrade on screen size. I know that the system has faster loading times and will have exclusive games and features in the future, but right now there really isn't any rush to get one.
Re: Toys "R" Us amiibo Pre-Orders Cancelled Again
My order for Captain Falcon says it shipped, so hopefully I get it.
Re: Video: Nintendo Minute Debates Its 3DS Game of the Year
Whoever took this video did not white balance the camera...
Re: Demo for Super Smash Bros. 3DS Announced for North America and Europe
Just import 3DS and play full game now.
Re: Video: Watch Us Crack Some Skulls In The 3DS Super Smash Bros. Demo
The demo is so limited, but I still found it to be a lot of fun. Will be downloading full game on Friday.
Re: Legendary Actor and Comedian Robin Williams Has Died at 63
So many childhood memories thanks to him. Thank you Robin.
Re: Sega Is Bringing Hatsune Miku: Project MIRAI Remix To Western 3DS Consoles In 2015
Imported this when it came out. I guess I still made out since it's not coming until next year.
Re: Review: Shovel Knight (Wii U eShop)
Must download today!
Re: The World's Largest Video Game Collection is Sold for $750,250
That subheadline is so true.
Re: E3 2014: Fossil Fighters: Frontier Is Stomping Towards Western 3DS Consoles
It says 2015 on the e3 site: http://e3.nintendo.com/games/3ds/fossil-fighters-frontier/
Re: Nintendo Download: 12th June (North America)
I could have saved a ton of money if I didn't already have a lot of these games. Oh well! I had fun playing them.
Re: Round Table: Let's Discuss Our Hopes and Dreams for Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Trumpets. Orchestras of trumpets! Orchestras of orchestras of trumpets!!!
Re: Video: Check Out This Mario Kart 8 And Mario Kart Wii Moo Moo Meadows Comparison
Mario Kart 8 is looking awesome! May 30th can't come soon enough.
Re: Feature: What Can We Expect From Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire?
I'm surprised no one has pointed out the alpha symbol on Kyogre's fins and the omega symbol on Groudon's shoulder.
Re: Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire Footage Revealed
Watched the full hour and wasn't too surprised about this. This sort of thing has happened in the past. Still exciting though. I enjoyed the show.
Re: Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Confirmed For Worldwide 3DS Launch in November
I'm freaking out! I can't wait. November here we come. All aboard the hype train! E3 footage?
Re: Feature: A Week of Super Smash Bros. Wii U and 3DS Screens - Issue Thirty Six
That super leaf is tough to beat.
Re: Theatrhythm: Curtain Call Helps 3DS XL Double Its Sales, But Japanese Retail Continues To Struggle
Ever since that tax increase, sales have been down.
Re: Review: Kirby: Triple Deluxe (3DS)
I'd give this a 9/10. I played the Japanese version months ago and loved it.
Re: Nendoroid Toon Link Figure Slated for August Release
4,000 yen is equivalent to approximately $40 not $20. This looks great though.
Re: Review: Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney (3DS)
I'm thinking a U.S. release is going to happen sometime this summer.
Re: Month Of Yoshi: Your Travel Guide To Yoshi's Island
Considering it's a first party game. I'm still buying it, despite poor review scores.
Re: Nintendo Download: 13th March (North America)
Want to hear a joke? Super Mario Bros 3 is coming soon to North America.
Re: Month of Yoshi: The Brightly Coloured History of Yoshi
@Pod Birdo is a guy!
Re: Feature: Video Game Characters Looking for Love - 2014
Every year this is done, and every year there is a lack of females...
Re: Club Nintendo Rewards Updated for February
@rjejr It should still work on the Wii Shop channel as this is the method to download it on Wii U.
Re: Satoru Iwata Confirms That DS Games Are Coming To The Wii U Virtual Console
Know those GBA and N64 games coming to Wii U VC? Nintendo: "let's announce DS games and don't deliver those too!"
Re: Extended Maintenance On The Way For Pokémon X & Y Servers
Right now Pokemon Bank only works some of the time, even though it's back up in Japan. I have it on my 3DS and have experienced this. They may be working on making the service more stable, but hey, it might also come to the west.
Re: Senran Kagura Burst Pre-Order Bonuses Announced For Europe
That box art.... Lol.
Re: Ace Attorney Collection Coming To Japanese 3DS Consoles This April
I'll be importing this for my Japanese 3DS.
Re: Nintendo of America Offers Stock of Refurbished Wii U Deluxe Sets for $250
Where does Nintendo get the systems from? They don't buy them back.
Re: Pokémon HeartGold & SoulSilver Soundtrack Available For Download
@Guybrush20X6 I tried downloading this last week when it released and ran into errors as well.I haven't tried again though.
Re: Nintendo Download: 23rd January (Europe)
What takes so long to get a game on virtual console?
Re: Sakurai Re-iterates That There'll Be No Subspace Emissary-Style Story in Super Smash Bros.
Is it some kind of Luigi's Mansion Stage?
Re: Nintendo Confirms Major Reductions In Sales and Financial Projections
1. Remove region locking.
2. Bring all virtual console games to Wii U / 3DS. (GBA/GCN/DS)
Re: Video: This Is What The First Half Hour Of Kirby: Triple Deluxe Looks Like
I just beat this yesterday. Didn't 100% the save file yet but I'm at 85%. There are a ton of key rings to collect.
Re: Kirby: Triple Deluxe Sound CD Now Available at Club Nintendo in Japan
@sinalefa Club Nintendo Japan is awesome.In fact, the best.
Re: Kirby: Triple Deluxe Sound CD Now Available at Club Nintendo in Japan
I downloaded the game on my Japanese 3DS LL, and found that you can unlock the entire soundtrack within the game itself. That at least makes me a bit happier about not being able to get this.
Re: Nintendo Ordered to Pay Royalties on 3DS Sales For Patent Infringement
Well, there goes some of 3DS profits...
Re: Nintendo Acknowledges Network Issues and Suggests Patience
I've tried accessing the US and JP eShops many times and haven't had any success at all today.
Re: Feature: Why I Love Import Gaming
Still waiting for Hatsune Miku: Project Mirai 2 in the mail.
Re: Club Nintendo Rewards Are Updated for December
Nintendo needs to add more rewards to Club Nintendo.
Re: Serial Upgraders, Rejoice - Nintendo Has Finally Abolished The 3DS System Transfer Limit
Just make the system region free Nintendo... and I'll give you all of my money!
Re: Bravely Default Sequel Confirmed for 3DS in Japan
I thought this was confirmed a while back.
Re: Weirdness: Hori Creates Strange, Antibacterial Funnel For Wii U Microphone
These mics are on clearance everywhere for like $8. Who would buy an accessory for a mic no one wants?
Re: Pokémon the Movie: Genesect and the Legend Awakened Available Now on DVD in North America
Wow on DVD. State of the art technology.
Re: Poll: Nintendo and the Wii U Fight For Your Attention in This Busiest of Gaming Months
I think even if they called Wii U "Cafe" they would have gotten more sales. Consumers are just too confused these days. I bought a Wii U at launch and love it. Even if it doesn't sell that well, as long as Nintendo keeps making great games I'll be happy.
Re: Those Lovely Link Between Worlds Club Nintendo Posters Are Sold Out
I was thinking of getting these, but not enough space on my walls for them!
Re: Review: Senran Kagura Burst (3DS eShop)
Interesting, upon reading "Fit to Burst" I figured the review would be negative. After reading, I guess I was wrong.