Fans of the original DKC will know that Cranky will obviously be the best character in the game. As soon as anybody chooses him, he will complete the stage automatically. His Kong-Pow bonus will involve boring the enemies to death with rants about the game's HD graphics.
I find it oddly fitting to look at this picture while listening to Sarah McLachlan's "I Will Remember You." This is a very moving picture. RIP, Nintendo Power.
Well, that's one pleasure of mine gone down the drain. I'll never forget you, Nintendo Power. Sure, you can find video gaming news and tips all around the Internet these days, but Nintendo Power pioneered it first, doing it with great wit and a slightly sarcastic sense of humor. It was also on rare occasions a source of news that brought attention to certain games first, like Epic Mickey 2 and Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate. I'll miss the funny editors, Mr. T. jokes, Power Profiles, reviews, previews, and especially the Power Up! section. Goodbye, Nintendo Power. Thank you for some great gaming moments.
Cool! The site looks like it could be a TWEWY announcement, down to the background and fonts. SInceTWEWY was my favorite DS game, I am hyped as heck for this announcement!
@grumblegrumble: Yes, it is! Last month, Nintendo confirmed that New Art Academy will be launching in the US later this year. I'm probably not going to get it, seeing as how I've recently downloaded Colors! 3D (thank you, weekand deal!).
I've been tempted to download Colors! 3D for quite some time now, but now that there's a sale, I don't really have an excuse anymore. This, along with Mole Mania and Wario Land add up to an amazing week of downloads!
That's a great idea! I'll stick to retail, though. The box art is great and something tells me that the game will take up a lot of room on my SD card (I need to upgrade it).
Even though I thought E3 was lacking something, I really am looking forward to most of those titles that Reggie mentioned above. He is absolutely right about gamers; they can never be pleased.
I would expect to pay at least $300 for the console. I would also expect it to come with one GamePad, a Sensor Bar (if necessary), a GamePad charger, and Nintendo Land.
I wasn't expecting to see the Game Boy Kirby games in this collection, let alone six great games. Even though I already own Dream Land, Adventure, and Super Star (the DS remake), plus a copy of Dream Land 2 that barely works, I'll get this collection. I'm glad I didn't get the Club Nintendo Kirby Super Star!
I'm not sure if I can wait 30 minutes for a response, especially if I post something about a game that I'm REALLY stuck in. Plus, I'm sure there will be hackers who will manage to sneak in "unacceptable" language and pictures.
Before today, I thought that Scribblenauts and Wii U would be a perfect match. Apparently, I thought right. My first creation will be a cheeseburger with wheels and a motor. I shall name it "Fast Food."
As a fan of the Paper Mario series, I will no-doubt purchase Sticker Star, even if I don't really like the subtitle. I can't wait to read the game's dialogue. It should be a hoot.
I like the subtitle, "Dark Moon." It gives Luigi a certain edge that his bro. can't quite match. The new footage looks great, also. Is it me, or does the dog ghost resemble Zero from The Nightmare Before Christmas?
I'm pretty sure this will be bundled with the console. Either way, Nintendo Land has peaked my interest, mostly because it has made two dreams of mine a reality; both a Nintendo-based theme park AND a theme park that I won't have to wait in a line for! (Granted, a real Nintendo theme park would have been better, but this will have to do...)
I'm liking how the GamePad will be used in Arkham City. By the looks of it, it makes the player really feel like he is in control of Batman's utility belt.
Launch day, you say? Wa-hoo! This gave looks like it will be better than New Super Mario Bros. Wii. The stages look much more creative, plus Giant Land (or something very similar) is back! The baby Yoshis give the game a Galaxy/World vibe, too. Can't wait!
I'm digging the game's four-person strategy feature like a bunch of White Pikmin near hidden treasure! Speaking of White Pikmin, I wonder if they, along with the Purple Pikmin, will make a return. Even if they don't this is still a must-have for me.
@Nin-freak In Mario Power Tennis' single-player Tournament Mode, players couldn't turn Power Shots off. In order to unlock more content in the game, players had to play through the Tournament Mode. I don't hate Power Shots, yet I'm not their biggest fan.
Mario Tennis is the reason why I love to play tennis (casually). It's nice to see the series back away from the Power Shots while still offering fun new modes and Mii customization. The RPG mode will be missed, but on the plus side, I won't have to worry about taking forever to give my characters the experience points I have earned (that took forever!).
Good old Mario... I feel like this is the Super Mario Renaissance, too, mostly because the famed plumber is going on more real adventures these days than drifting off into spin-off territory (and even then, most of those spin-offs were well-crafted).
I like that the ink-spewing Piranha Plants from Super Mario 3D Land and a Super Mario Galaxy-inspired mode are included in this game. I'll definately consider purchasing this game.
I love a good hand-drawn game. If the 3D effect is like that of Mighty Switch Force!, then this will be another great example of hand-drawn 3D done right on N3DS. I'm looking forward to this title. By the way, Pete should be careful. Bowser might sue him for stealing his Thwomp idea.
I kind of figured that players wouldn't have to sing along. Still, call me crazy, but I'm actually looking forward to the songs. Most of the songs in animated Disney movies are fantastic, and knowing how big a Disney fan Warren Spector is, the songs in the game should be excellent.
I agree! Kid Icarus: Uprising is fantastic. I knew that it was going to be great, but I never realized that it would become my personal favorite N3DS game so far. It's a perfect blend of quality and quantity, much like Super Smash Bros. Melee and Brawl. A fantastic game.
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Re: Wii U Console Sales Climb in Japan as 3DS XL Maintains Dominance
What's this? POSITIVITY? I knew the Wii U would pick up eventually. Let's hope that this good Japanese news occurs worldwide.
Re: Rumour: Cranky Kong to be Fourth Playable Character in Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
Fans of the original DKC will know that Cranky will obviously be the best character in the game. As soon as anybody chooses him, he will complete the stage automatically. His Kong-Pow bonus will involve boring the enemies to death with rants about the game's HD graphics.
Re: North American Club Nintendo Releases a Gorgeous Link Between Worlds Poster Set
They're lovely! One of these days, I'll chip in and get them. Hopefully, they won't go out of stock too soon.
Re: Video: Super Mario Soup Helps Drag Kids Away From Super Mario Game
Soup-er Mario!
Re: Nintendo Power Reader Pays Tribute With a Painting
I find it oddly fitting to look at this picture while listening to Sarah McLachlan's "I Will Remember You." This is a very moving picture. RIP, Nintendo Power.
Re: Check Out These Amazing Nintendo Can Sculptures
Very impressive! I'm surprised nobody suggested "Charcander" yet!
Re: Nintendo Power Magazine Will End With December Issue
It's been a pleasure reading Nintendo Power. Too bad you didn't get to issue 300. Go out with a bang!
Re: Those Wii U Launch Details Might be Coming in September
My guess is November 18th for $300, bundled with Nintendo Land.
Re: Nintendo Power Magazine Looks Set to Shut Down
Well, that's one pleasure of mine gone down the drain. I'll never forget you, Nintendo Power. Sure, you can find video gaming news and tips all around the Internet these days, but Nintendo Power pioneered it first, doing it with great wit and a slightly sarcastic sense of humor. It was also on rare occasions a source of news that brought attention to certain games first, like Epic Mickey 2 and Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate. I'll miss the funny editors, Mr. T. jokes, Power Profiles, reviews, previews, and especially the Power Up! section. Goodbye, Nintendo Power. Thank you for some great gaming moments.
Re: Square Enix Teaser Looks Awfully Like The World Ends With You
Cool! The site looks like it could be a TWEWY announcement, down to the background and fonts. SInceTWEWY was my favorite DS game, I am hyped as heck for this announcement!
And Geonjaha, YOU LIE!!!
Re: Feature: DS Games We Want on Wii U
Kirby Canvas Curse and Meteos would work perfectly on the Wii U.
Re: Nintendo Confirms Its Holiday Hits in North America
Wario Land II and a Fluidity Sequel? Awesome. I'm also looking forward to the Paper Mario: Sticker Star launch in November.
Re: Luigiās Mansion: Dark Moon Spooked Into 2013 For North America
Bummer... And I was looking forward to more ghost-busting. At least Paper Mario: Sticker Star is coming this year!
Re: Review: New Art Academy (3DS)
@grumblegrumble: Yes, it is! Last month, Nintendo confirmed that New Art Academy will be launching in the US later this year. I'm probably not going to get it, seeing as how I've recently downloaded Colors! 3D (thank you, weekand deal!).
Re: Nintendo Download: 26th July 2012 (North America)
I've been tempted to download Colors! 3D for quite some time now, but now that there's a sale, I don't really have an excuse anymore. This, along with Mole Mania and Wario Land add up to an amazing week of downloads!
Re: Nintendo Offering Incentives for Retail Downloads in Japan
That's a great idea! I'll stick to retail, though. The box art is great and something tells me that the game will take up a lot of room on my SD card (I need to upgrade it).
Re: Club Nintendo's Gold and Platinum Prizes Have Emerged
While these prizes aren't as amazing as 2010's Mario statue, I'm still looking forward to receiving my Mario playing cards.[youtube:sBFPtuwP4n4]
Re: Reggie Fils-Aime: Fanbase Demands Are 'Insatiable'
Even though I thought E3 was lacking something, I really am looking forward to most of those titles that Reggie mentioned above. He is absolutely right about gamers; they can never be pleased.
Re: Bomb Monkey Blows Up Real Big Next Week
I went ape for Mutant Mudds, so maybe I'll go bananas for Bomb Monkey!
(You wanted monkey puns, right?)
Re: Wii U Will be a 'Great Value Proposition'
I would expect to pay at least $300 for the console. I would also expect it to come with one GamePad, a Sensor Bar (if necessary), a GamePad charger, and Nintendo Land.
Re: First Impressions: ZombiU
Other than the silly name, this looks like a thrilling game!
I LIKE FRENCH FOOD
Re: Nintendo Download: 14th June 2012 (North America)
D'OH HO, YOU MISSED THAT ONE. TRY ANOTHER.
Re: Kirby's 20th Anniversary Special Collection Doesn't Suck
I wasn't expecting to see the Game Boy Kirby games in this collection, let alone six great games. Even though I already own Dream Land, Adventure, and Super Star (the DS remake), plus a copy of Dream Land 2 that barely works, I'll get this collection. I'm glad I didn't get the Club Nintendo Kirby Super Star!
Re: E3 2012: The Most Gorgeous Wii U Screenshots Yet
Trine 2 is drool-worthy! Also, someone on the New Super Mario Bros. U team must really love Van Gogh.
Re: Nintendo Download: 7th June 2012 (North America)
More Wii VC? Surprising and amazing.
Re: Nintendo to Offer Triple Layer of Miiverse Moderation
I'm not sure if I can wait 30 minutes for a response, especially if I post something about a game that I'm REALLY stuck in. Plus, I'm sure there will be hackers who will manage to sneak in "unacceptable" language and pictures.
Re: E3 2012: Scribblenauts Unlimited Drawn Into Wii U and 3DS
Before today, I thought that Scribblenauts and Wii U would be a perfect match. Apparently, I thought right. My first creation will be a cheeseburger with wheels and a motor. I shall name it "Fast Food."
Re: E3 2012: Paper Mario Sticker Star Out This Holiday Season
As a fan of the Paper Mario series, I will no-doubt purchase Sticker Star, even if I don't really like the subtitle. I can't wait to read the game's dialogue. It should be a hoot.
Re: E3 2012: Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon to Launch This Christmas
I like the subtitle, "Dark Moon." It gives Luigi a certain edge that his bro. can't quite match. The new footage looks great, also. Is it me, or does the dog ghost resemble Zero from The Nightmare Before Christmas?
Re: E3 2012: Nintendo Land to Show Off the GamePad
I'm pretty sure this will be bundled with the console. Either way, Nintendo Land has peaked my interest, mostly because it has made two dreams of mine a reality; both a Nintendo-based theme park AND a theme park that I won't have to wait in a line for! (Granted, a real Nintendo theme park would have been better, but this will have to do...)
Re: E3 2012: Batman Arkham City: Armored Edition Swoops Onto Wii U
I'm liking how the GamePad will be used in Arkham City. By the looks of it, it makes the player really feel like he is in control of Batman's utility belt.
Re: E3 2012: New Super Mario Bros. 2 Jumps onto 3DS 19th August
Mario is just like silence; he is golden.
Re: E3 2012: New Super Mario Bros. U Hopping Onto Wii U
Launch day, you say? Wa-hoo! This gave looks like it will be better than New Super Mario Bros. Wii. The stages look much more creative, plus Giant Land (or something very similar) is back! The baby Yoshis give the game a Galaxy/World vibe, too. Can't wait!
Re: E3 2012: Pikmin 3 Sprouts On Wii U
I'm digging the game's four-person strategy feature like a bunch of White Pikmin near hidden treasure! Speaking of White Pikmin, I wonder if they, along with the Purple Pikmin, will make a return. Even if they don't this is still a must-have for me.
Re: Sakurai Won't Make a Kid Icarus: Uprising Sequel
Masahiro Sakurai on the Kid Icarus series: "I'M FINISHED!"
Re: First Impressions: Mario Tennis Open
@Nin-freak
In Mario Power Tennis' single-player Tournament Mode, players couldn't turn Power Shots off. In order to unlock more content in the game, players had to play through the Tournament Mode. I don't hate Power Shots, yet I'm not their biggest fan.
Re: First Impressions: Mario Tennis Open
Mario Tennis is the reason why I love to play tennis (casually). It's nice to see the series back away from the Power Shots while still offering fun new modes and Mii customization. The RPG mode will be missed, but on the plus side, I won't have to worry about taking forever to give my characters the experience points I have earned (that took forever!).
Re: Feature: The Super Mario Renaissance
Good old Mario... I feel like this is the Super Mario Renaissance, too, mostly because the famed plumber is going on more real adventures these days than drifting off into spin-off territory (and even then, most of those spin-offs were well-crafted).
Re: Add Tennis Balls to the List of Things Goombas Hate
I like that the ink-spewing Piranha Plants from Super Mario 3D Land and a Super Mario Galaxy-inspired mode are included in this game. I'll definately consider purchasing this game.
Re: More Gorgeous Epic Mickey 3DS Screenshots Revealed
I love a good hand-drawn game. If the 3D effect is like that of Mighty Switch Force!, then this will be another great example of hand-drawn 3D done right on N3DS. I'm looking forward to this title.
By the way, Pete should be careful. Bowser might sue him for stealing his Thwomp idea.
Re: Nintendo Gives Mario a New Website to Call Home
That makes me wonder what will happen to the "Website for Celebrating Mario." http://www.nintendo.com/sites/mario/
Re: Musical Epic Mickey 2 "Won't Make You Sing"
I kind of figured that players wouldn't have to sing along. Still, call me crazy, but I'm actually looking forward to the songs. Most of the songs in animated Disney movies are fantastic, and knowing how big a Disney fan Warren Spector is, the songs in the game should be excellent.
Re: Game of the Month: March 2012 - Kid Icarus: Uprising
I agree! Kid Icarus: Uprising is fantastic. I knew that it was going to be great, but I never realized that it would become my personal favorite N3DS game so far. It's a perfect blend of quality and quantity, much like Super Smash Bros. Melee and Brawl. A fantastic game.
Re: Google Maps 8-bit for NES
A PYRAMID DRAWS NEAR!
Re: First Epic Mickey 3DS Screen Shows Scrooge McDuck
I wonder if Mickey will be able to bounce on Scrooge's cane as a power-up...
Re: Review: Kid Icarus: Uprising (3DS)
Non-laggy online? Thank you, Sakurai-San! Looking forward to Friday!
Re: Nintendo Leaves BAFTA Empty-Handed
Peggle beat Mario? Zelda didn't win anything? Bummer. At least Rayman Origins got something.
Re: Samus and Link Suits Pop Up in Dynasty Warriors Vs.
Sweet! I especially like how the Link costume resembles the style introduced in Skyward Sword.
Re: Super Mario 3D Land Director Wanted Cape Mario
I like the way this guy thinks. The Cape Feather was a fantastic power-up in Super Mario World and should make a return in a future game.
Re: 3D Beauty Clock Timing a Release on 3DS in Japan
LordOtaku will be jealous of Japan for this. :E