I was underwhelmed by both but since Jeff actually had to hit his mark and the other guy just triggered samples.....Jeff wins. I can play rhythm with my left hand and trigger samples with my right. The programming is the difficult part of sampling. What I can't do is ever get a record to go back to the original point. It takes a lighter touch than I can achieve.
This is barely news. The headline needs "sort of" added to the end. Seeing Nintendo evolve is like watching a baby grow up. This would be on par with saying Nintendo is potty trained because one time it poo pooed in the potty while it was strapped to a toilet all day.
My daughter hasn't even had her first birthday yet but she's already played WiiU and 3DS. Don't worry Reggie, we'll indoctrinate errr introduce them...you just keep the content flowing.
Since the GBA games are starting to flow I want to see Nintendo work with Konami to get Ninja Five-O released for VC. I missed it the first time, it can't be worth the Ebay pricex.
I watched 3 hours or so today. It's something to do. I was convinced yesterday that Bill Trinen is either a big jerk or a robot. He looks evil. I'm still looking forward to Shovelknight even though $14.99 seems a little steep. I feel like it was a disappointment with no Metroid/FZero and Star Fox at LEAST a year away. I'm not into Smash or Zelda so it looks like I'll have to wait till next year.
I have the demo and I think it stinks. I loved Animal Crossing, got addicted till I felt I'd accomplished all I could and got bored with it. They are very different. This is closer to a dumbed down version of The Sims in my opinion.
Blue Shells are designed to take out the person in 1st place, now that's unfair! Bunny hoppin...meh. I'm starting the rumor you can do this in MK7 too.
I really wish that they would just remove friendly fire from the game or make it damage the one doing it. I'm interested in seeing the new subs and the new multiplayer stage. I'd like to know what level I'd be on if it went over Lv 99.
I can't even post it to Miiverse yet. It's sort of a dumbed down Sims. The demo is short. You buy food at the store, feed it to the Miis. They either like it or don't. You can decorate their homes with premade designs, they ask you questions. You can customize their voices a little bit. There just wasn't much happening in the demo to me.
I was one of the lucky platinum members who got the free demo. I thought the game looked uninteresting. I played the demo to completion (maybe an hour). I do not think I'll be picking it up based on the demo. A young child might enjoy it though.
Another update that seems to have gone unnoticed is that you can now access the web version of Miiverse from the WiiU web browser. I'm probably the only one who finds this handy.
Aria of Sorrow is still in my Gameboy Advance SP and Metroid Fusion spent a lot of time in there too. Anyone tried playing GBA after getting a 3DS XL? I can't believe how small that screen was.
Every week we line up with our money and our hopes. Every week we're disappointed. I do love Galaga ever since I played the cocktail table Galaga/Ms Pacman machine when I was a kid but I don't want it as the star release for virtual console. That said...pinball.
I think it does reward the better (skillful) players with leveling up and unlocking different subs. I think it's great and worth the $10. Nintendo is trying to make money off of it, nothing wrong with that. But a skillful player with a free sub has only a slight disadvantage, if any,over a paid user. Free to play, but not pay to win.
Today Nintendo is expected to announce they are being sold to Disney like everything else you loved as a child and Boba Fett will be playable in Mario Kart 8. Also there will be cake.
Do you ever wonder if Nintendo is intentionally trying to fail? I would love to see the faked enthusiasm that must exist in their meetings. Bring us the heads of the virtual console team! Then fire them.
Like I said, I hope I'm wrong. We'll see if they get a Nintendo Direct mention. At this point Nintendo would be happy to have 3rd party support from anyone.
I don't mind having more games but this scares me: Iwata-san says, “The DS will be the main driver for profit for the next fiscal year and the firm will focus on more efficient marketing.” MAIN driver for profit? DS games? Iwata please..
@MixMasterMudkip I think that's his angle. It'll be met with more apathy. The 3DS has a higher install base so if he's looking to squeeze pennies he's barking up the wrong tree. Can you imagine anyone ever saying, "You know, I want a PS4...but Wii U is gonna get DS games so I'll buy that instead"?
Iwata says that DS games will drive hardware sales of Wii U by showing off the second screen experience....that's just stupid. There's right way and a wrong way to relive the glory days. Pretty sure this is the wrong way.
@Nareva
The hardcore AC people buy two so they can trade with themselves and acquire more goods. I never played one before New Leaf but it hooked me. It's addictive. Perfect pick up and play. I've got over 1200 hours in now...it's a little sad.
Animal Crossing was robbed by the RPG nerds. I know so many people who bought 2 or more 3DSes just for AC. But the big winner is....everyone! Happy New Year Nintendolifers!
I can finally access the 3DS eshop. The trailer for Mario Tennis is actually for Mario bros. I'm guessing people have been working so hard that they're getting sloppy.
As much as everyone is freaking out, I'm sure Nintendo is freaking out worse. They're losing tons of money in casual impulse buys right now. In the entire time I've had my 3DS I've never seen an outage this long. I just feel bad for the people trying to download their Link Between Worlds digital copies. Enjoy your Face Raiders and AR games you poor souls.
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Re: Video: DJ Jazzy Jeff, Jeremy Ellis and The Roots Perform an Awesome Super Mario Bros. Remix
I was underwhelmed by both but since Jeff actually had to hit his mark and the other guy just triggered samples.....Jeff wins. I can play rhythm with my left hand and trigger samples with my right. The programming is the difficult part of sampling. What I can't do is ever get a record to go back to the original point. It takes a lighter touch than I can achieve.
Re: Cross-Buy is Now a Thing on Nintendo Platforms
This is barely news. The headline needs "sort of" added to the end. Seeing Nintendo evolve is like watching a baby grow up. This would be on par with saying Nintendo is potty trained because one time it poo pooed in the potty while it was strapped to a toilet all day.
Re: Miiverse Update Adds Post Embed Option, Activity Feed Customisation and More
Seeing Yeahs in your activity stream just cheapened their high value. Plus you could see how little it takes for your followees to get excited.
Re: Reggie Fils-Aime Highlights Importance of Children to Nintendo, Reveals Kids & Parents Web Portal
My daughter hasn't even had her first birthday yet but she's already played WiiU and 3DS. Don't worry Reggie, we'll indoctrinate errr introduce them...you just keep the content flowing.
Re: Interview: The Wizard Director Todd Holland On Everyone's Favourite Nintendo Movie Turning 25
Unfortunately old Lucas/Jack Vinson can't keep his power gloves off kids.
Re: Don't Worry, Nintendo Hasn't Forgotten About The Virtual Console
Since the GBA games are starting to flow I want to see Nintendo work with Konami to get Ninja Five-O released for VC. I missed it the first time, it can't be worth the Ebay pricex.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo's Innovative E3 Approach is a Breath of a Fresh Air
I watched 3 hours or so today. It's something to do. I was convinced yesterday that Bill Trinen is either a big jerk or a robot. He looks evil. I'm still looking forward to Shovelknight even though $14.99 seems a little steep. I feel like it was a disappointment with no Metroid/FZero and Star Fox at LEAST a year away. I'm not into Smash or Zelda so it looks like I'll have to wait till next year.
Re: Talking Point: Just How Similar Are Tomodachi Life And Animal Crossing?
I have the demo and I think it stinks. I loved Animal Crossing, got addicted till I felt I'd accomplished all I could and got bored with it. They are very different. This is closer to a dumbed down version of The Sims in my opinion.
Re: Poll: Should Nintendo Patch The Controversial Fire Hopping Technique In Mario Kart 8?
Blue Shells are designed to take out the person in 1st place, now that's unfair! Bunny hoppin...meh. I'm starting the rumor you can do this in MK7 too.
Re: Play: The Nintendo Life Mario Kart 8 GP Is Now Open
I got up to 55 and then quit! Fun times.
Re: Steel Diver Version 2.0 Delayed, Now Targeting Early June
@Klimbatize
He's English, friends with Pete. We won't see him in regional
Re: Steel Diver Version 2.0 Delayed, Now Targeting Early June
I really wish that they would just remove friendly fire from the game or make it damage the one doing it. I'm interested in seeing the new subs and the new multiplayer stage. I'd like to know what level I'd be on if it went over Lv 99.
Re: Nintendo Confirms Tomodachi Life: Welcome Version, Two Gift Codes With Each Retail Copy
@Obito_Tennyson
I can't even post it to Miiverse yet. It's sort of a dumbed down Sims. The demo is short. You buy food at the store, feed it to the Miis. They either like it or don't. You can decorate their homes with premade designs, they ask you questions. You can customize their voices a little bit. There just wasn't much happening in the demo to me.
Re: Nintendo Confirms Tomodachi Life: Welcome Version, Two Gift Codes With Each Retail Copy
I was one of the lucky platinum members who got the free demo. I thought the game looked uninteresting. I played the demo to completion (maybe an hour). I do not think I'll be picking it up based on the demo. A young child might enjoy it though.
Re: Club Nintendo Distributing Tomodachi Life Demo Codes to Select Platinum Members
I've got a golden ticket!!!
Re: Satoru Iwata Believes Nintendo Can Establish a "New Core Business" to Join Video Games
I'm ready for a Nintendo phone, but instead of a slide out keyboard...a slide out controller!
Re: Upcoming Child of Light Patch to Rename Difficulty Settings
I'm changing my status on this game from not buying to not caring. I think it's a more accurate representation of my apathy.
Re: Interview: A Look Through the Periscope at Steel Diver: Sub Wars
Momo joins the battle. Looking forward to the update. Hi @Pete-Trax , @Obito_Tennyson , And @Klimbatize my brother in Fluƒƒ.
Re: Steel Diver: Sub Wars
@Pete-Trax
Hey buddy, there's a Sub Wars forum here if you search for it. It's kind of dead though lately.
Re: Bandai Namco Announces Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures 2 for Wii U and 3DS
@Klimbatize
Precisely...but it worked for DK. Beetleguise is a GO!
Re: Miiverse Update Imposes Restrictions on Posting Comments
@UltraLaserTen
Weird, mine always said I could not view that content through web browser and to click the Miiverse icon in the main menu.
Re: Miiverse Update Imposes Restrictions on Posting Comments
Another update that seems to have gone unnoticed is that you can now access the web version of Miiverse from the WiiU web browser. I'm probably the only one who finds this handy.
Re: Bandai Namco Announces Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures 2 for Wii U and 3DS
As stated, yay 3rd party support and all but...didn't we say everything we need to with the first one?
Re: Wii U System Update 4.1.0 Available Now
@Randomname19
I tried to test it with Facebook. It said it worked...but it didn't.
Re: Australian Ratings Board Reveals Portable Castlevania and More F-Zero for Wii U's GBA Virtual Console
Aria of Sorrow is still in my Gameboy Advance SP and Metroid Fusion spent a lot of time in there too. Anyone tried playing GBA after getting a 3DS XL? I can't believe how small that screen was.
Re: Rusty's Real Deal Baseball Gets Into the Swing of the 3DS eShop on 3rd April
I think Nintendo will have one very successful free to play and one less so successful this year. Sub Wars is awesome.
Re: Nintendo Download: 13th March (North America)
Every week we line up with our money and our hopes. Every week we're disappointed. I do love Galaga ever since I played the cocktail table Galaga/Ms Pacman machine when I was a kid but I don't want it as the star release for virtual console. That said...pinball.
Re: Talking Point: Steel Diver: Sub Wars Proves That Nintendo Can Make Free-To-Play Work
@unrandomsam
I think it does reward the better (skillful) players with leveling up and unlocking different subs. I think it's great and worth the $10. Nintendo is trying to make money off of it, nothing wrong with that. But a skillful player with a free sub has only a slight disadvantage, if any,over a paid user. Free to play, but not pay to win.
Re: Talking Point: Steel Diver: Sub Wars Proves That Nintendo Can Make Free-To-Play Work
@Klimbatize
e e e e e e e e. See you on the other side.
Love,
Momo
Re: Nintendo Download: 27th February (North America)
Nintendo could probably make more money asking for donations than trying to sell this virtual console garbage.
Re: Steel Diver: Sub Wars
It's worth the $0.00. Not sure about $9.99 for full version.
Re: Talking Point: What We Expect In Nintendo Direct - 13th February
Today Nintendo is expected to announce they are being sold to Disney like everything else you loved as a child and Boba Fett will be playable in Mario Kart 8. Also there will be cake.
Re: Nintendo Download: 13th February (North America)
Do you ever wonder if Nintendo is intentionally trying to fail? I would love to see the faked enthusiasm that must exist in their meetings. Bring us the heads of the virtual console team! Then fire them.
Re: Brand New Game Developer, AE Games, Shows Its Support For Wii U
@ScorpionMG
Like I said, I hope I'm wrong. We'll see if they get a Nintendo Direct mention. At this point Nintendo would be happy to have 3rd party support from anyone.
Re: Feature: The Weird and Wonderful World of Nintendo Patents
I wonder why they never made an inflatable Wii girlfriend. Maybe that'll be their new non wearable product.
Re: Brand New Game Developer, AE Games, Shows Its Support For Wii U
Probably two fanboys in a garage working on a Flappy Bird clone...but I'd like to be proven wrong.
Re: Pokémon Bank Goes Live in North America
Now if they release SMB3 people will have to find something else to cry about.
Re: These Charming Animal Crossing: New Leaf Posters Are Available Now On Club Nintendo
I ordered a set, I never have enough coins for the big stuff. So I might as well.
Re: Satoru Iwata Confirms That DS Games Are Coming To The Wii U Virtual Console
I don't mind having more games but this scares me: Iwata-san says, “The DS will be the main driver for profit for the next fiscal year and the firm will focus on more efficient marketing.” MAIN driver for profit? DS games? Iwata please..
Re: Satoru Iwata Confirms That DS Games Are Coming To The Wii U Virtual Console
@MixMasterMudkip I think that's his angle. It'll be met with more apathy. The 3DS has a higher install base so if he's looking to squeeze pennies he's barking up the wrong tree. Can you imagine anyone ever saying, "You know, I want a PS4...but Wii U is gonna get DS games so I'll buy that instead"?
Re: Satoru Iwata Confirms That DS Games Are Coming To The Wii U Virtual Console
Iwata says that DS games will drive hardware sales of Wii U by showing off the second screen experience....that's just stupid. There's right way and a wrong way to relive the glory days. Pretty sure this is the wrong way.
Re: This Design For A "Game Boy Evolution" Sure Is Intriguing
I smell a cease and desist.
Re: Nintendo Ordered to Pay Royalties on 3DS Sales For Patent Infringement
Bronies love lawsuit stories
Re: Game of the Year: Nintendo Life Readers' Awards 2013
@El_Scorpio Got game on Jun 23rd. Many 12+ hour days in game.
Re: Game of the Year: Nintendo Life Readers' Awards 2013
@Nareva If you do, look me up
Re: Game of the Year: Nintendo Life Readers' Awards 2013
@Nareva
The hardcore AC people buy two so they can trade with themselves and acquire more goods. I never played one before New Leaf but it hooked me. It's addictive. Perfect pick up and play. I've got over 1200 hours in now...it's a little sad.
Re: Game of the Year: Nintendo Life Readers' Awards 2013
Animal Crossing was robbed by the RPG nerds. I know so many people who bought 2 or more 3DSes just for AC. But the big winner is....everyone! Happy New Year Nintendolifers!
Re: Nintendo Acknowledges Network Issues and Suggests Patience
I can finally access the 3DS eshop. The trailer for Mario Tennis is actually for Mario bros. I'm guessing people have been working so hard that they're getting sloppy.
Re: Nintendo Acknowledges Network Issues and Suggests Patience
As much as everyone is freaking out, I'm sure Nintendo is freaking out worse. They're losing tons of money in casual impulse buys right now. In the entire time I've had my 3DS I've never seen an outage this long. I just feel bad for the people trying to download their Link Between Worlds digital copies. Enjoy your Face Raiders and AR games you poor souls.
Re: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays From All At Nintendo Life
Thanks for all you do!