The simple "VVVVVV" on the top screen when I open up the eShop makes me feel good. Who knew 6 V's could be so elegant, simple, and cool? I wanted the game after hearing about it, but relegated to passing on it because of its steep price tag. But seeing its simply elegant title, 6 blue Vs coming at me in 3D on a black background, I knew I had to get it. It just feels so right.
Who wrote/created the soundtrack for the game? And, (If applicable) How did he/she go about writing the music, to fit the game's atmosphere or to sound good on its own?
I was lucky enough to get Skyward Sword, Mario Kart 7, Super Mario 3D Land, and Rayman Origins. I won't be in need of games to play for a loooong time.
Nintendo has outdone themselves with this week's download menu. Keep this up and I'll start expecting nothing less! I will finally get a Rytmik game, Swapnote, and possibly Mighty Switch Force. I hope I get an eShop card this week, because I might need a few.
I loved this game. Loved it. I remember I got it and never really played it, but I was bored and picked it up again. I spent hours with this game, especially in anticipation for Mario Kart DS. The controls are well-suited for a 2D racing game, so no, the controls are not awful. They just aren't MK7 controls.
@14: Very good points. To me it seems the only difference between this year and years previous is the Ambassador program and the slightly larger than normal update.
I loved Wild World. Absolutely loved it. It felt like a world away from my own, a wonderful escape where I could do as I please and visit others. But I lost some of this love with City Folk. I enjoyed it, sure, but it didn't feel like as much of an escape. Something about it felt different.
So I hope that the new 3DS AC returns my love to the series. I always wanted to be able to communicate with an entire AC community via Wi-Fi in Wild World, but I was relegated to playing with my one friend who had it. If this new game can capture the magic of WW while introducing new things and robust online options, I will never stop playing it.
This is great, I can't wait for NightSky. I've been waiting for that game since it was announced for WiiWare in 2009. Once this lineup hits the eShop will have already surpassed DSiWare as far as quality and quantity of quality games.
I was very bored over the summer and could've used a few fresh games. Although it is a bit crammed, I enjoy the sudden influx of games, it gets me excited again. I can't get them all, but I only own Nintendo consoles so it's a little less expensive. This article does present some great points though.
Also, in the third paragraph I believe it is supposed to be a total of £225, not £255.
This is one of the most well-written reviews I have read, not only on this site but overall. Bravo. Give this dude some more work!
And I did come off with the impression that the controls were floaty from the trailer, but if Mr Reece says the controls are tight, I am going to have to believe him!
@60: Are you KIDDING me? Is that a joke? Having Mario fly around draped in a bloody Tanuki carcass is much worse than Mario's Tanooki suit, if you can even consider the suit bad.
I can't see how this would warrant such a high price, I wouldn't even think about buying it for $2. The WiiWare demo was easy and lifeless, I don't want to see mangled Pokemon toys banging around on a screen. Good for young kids, I guess.
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Re: Game of the Year: Nintendo Life Staff Awards 2011
The DS section is incorrect. There is no Radiant Historia.
Re: Review: VVVVVV (3DSWare)
The simple "VVVVVV" on the top screen when I open up the eShop makes me feel good. Who knew 6 V's could be so elegant, simple, and cool? I wanted the game after hearing about it, but relegated to passing on it because of its steep price tag. But seeing its simply elegant title, 6 blue Vs coming at me in 3D on a black background, I knew I had to get it. It just feels so right.
Re: Disney Newsletter Accidentally Outs Epic Mickey 2
Ew, no thanks.
Re: SEGA Confirms No WiiWare Outing for Sonic 4: Episode II
That's fine, I'll be too busy playing good games to notice anyway.
Re: Renegade Kid Wants Your Mutant Mudds Questions
Who wrote/created the soundtrack for the game? And, (If applicable) How did he/she go about writing the music, to fit the game's atmosphere or to sound good on its own?
Re: Talking Point: Your Nintendo Christmas Presents
I was lucky enough to get Skyward Sword, Mario Kart 7, Super Mario 3D Land, and Rayman Origins. I won't be in need of games to play for a loooong time.
Re: VVVVVV eShop Release Date Revealed for North America
I want this. But $8? Mayyyybe.
Re: Feature: Bizarre Emails Sent to Nintendo Life - Volume 4
I like how in #17 you remove the sender's name, only to reveal it in the note at the bottom. Also, the Pokemon poetry was superb, excellent points.
Re: Game of the Year: You Decide!
GHOST TRICK BETTER WIN OR IM GONNA SLIT YER Christmas presents open before Christmas!!!
Re: Nintendo Download: 22nd December 2011 (North America)
Nintendo has outdone themselves with this week's download menu. Keep this up and I'll start expecting nothing less! I will finally get a Rytmik game, Swapnote, and possibly Mighty Switch Force. I hope I get an eShop card this week, because I might need a few.
Re: Review: Mario Kart Super Circuit (3DS Virtual Console / Game Boy Advance)
I loved this game. Loved it. I remember I got it and never really played it, but I was bored and picked it up again. I spent hours with this game, especially in anticipation for Mario Kart DS. The controls are well-suited for a 2D racing game, so no, the controls are not awful. They just aren't MK7 controls.
Re: Review: Mighty Switch Force (3DSWare)
The banner is tempting me to ge this. So is the glowing review.
Re: 3DS to Hit 4 Million Sold in Japan Sooner Than Expected
Nintendo is so screwed. Apple will probably buy them soon. I'd even say that's "TRILL." That was for you random TRILL dude
Re: Rumour: Official Legend of Zelda Series Timeline Revealed
I guess I need to have played more than 5 of these games to even start to understand this.
Re: Talking Point: Why Is It So Hard to Make a Good Christmas Game?
It isn't. http://youtu.be/EvjvRB0eOqs
Re: Nintendo Download: 22nd December 2011 (Europe)
Lucky Europe bastads.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo's Year of Giving
@14: Very good points. To me it seems the only difference between this year and years previous is the Ambassador program and the slightly larger than normal update.
Re: Out Now: Nintendo 3DS Ambassador GBA Games
Look at me I guessed thy would release them in December and they said they would and they did I'm the coolest person on the Internet.
Re: Nintendo America Loads eShop with New 3D Trailers
Great box art. Unusually good.
Re: Feature: Celebrating 10 Years of Animal Crossing
I loved Wild World. Absolutely loved it. It felt like a world away from my own, a wonderful escape where I could do as I please and visit others. But I lost some of this love with City Folk. I enjoyed it, sure, but it didn't feel like as much of an escape. Something about it felt different.
So I hope that the new 3DS AC returns my love to the series. I always wanted to be able to communicate with an entire AC community via Wi-Fi in Wild World, but I was relegated to playing with my one friend who had it. If this new game can capture the magic of WW while introducing new things and robust online options, I will never stop playing it.
Re: Miyamoto: "Retro Could Work with Nintendo on Zelda"
Let them do whatever the hell hey want, they deserve it at this point. Anything they make is gold.
Re: New Kid Icarus: Uprising Trailer Shows Dark Pit
@37: I guess it is true than.
Re: New Kid Icarus: Uprising Trailer Shows Dark Pit
Now we know why Nintendo left voice acting out of Skyward Sword: EVERYONE complains about it, no matter how decent it is.
Re: 3DS eShop Has All These Games Launching in Quarter 1
This is great, I can't wait for NightSky. I've been waiting for that game since it was announced for WiiWare in 2009. Once this lineup hits the eShop will have already surpassed DSiWare as far as quality and quantity of quality games.
Re: Charts: 12th December 2011 (North America)
I'm glad to see these charts return, as they were what kept me hooked at WiiWareWorld
Re: Aonuma: "Future Zelda Games Will Use Motion Controls"
Good. Lol @ comments.
Re: Talking Point: The Evolution of the 3DS
I dont really notice an issue with DS games on the 3DS, but stuff like that really irks me. Is it just screen size, or is the quality truly worse?
Re: WarioWare Takes Christmas Movies and Makes Them Better
All in good fun, recognized most. This reminded me I need to start playing this game again.
Re: Miyamoto Stepping Down Into Smaller Role
@shredmeister: I don't know who you are, but very eloquently written. I agree completely.
Re: Talking Point: The Overcrowded Holiday Release Schedule
@Mr_Reece: Ah, I was just adding the totals together, I forgot about Europe's pricing variation at different retailers.
Re: Talking Point: The Overcrowded Holiday Release Schedule
I was very bored over the summer and could've used a few fresh games. Although it is a bit crammed, I enjoy the sudden influx of games, it gets me excited again. I can't get them all, but I only own Nintendo consoles so it's a little less expensive. This article does present some great points though.
Also, in the third paragraph I believe it is supposed to be a total of £225, not £255.
Re: Hunting King is an Augmented Reality eShop Shooter
These taglines are going to be the death of me.
Re: Guide: Mario Kart 7 Top Tips
So glad they replaced MKDS's drifting system with this, I never drifted on that game because it was too much effort for such little reward.
Re: It's Official: Xenoblade Chronicles is Coming to North America
I guess im in the very small minority who doesn't really care. The Last Story looking mildly interesting, but this looks kinda "meh."
Re: Review: Rayman Origins (Wii)
This is one of the most well-written reviews I have read, not only on this site but overall. Bravo. Give this dude some more work!
And I did come off with the impression that the controls were floaty from the trailer, but if Mr Reece says the controls are tight, I am going to have to believe him!
Re: Review: Sonic Generations (3DS)
I will pick up Colors instead. I'm not going to encourage lazy game development on the 3DS or any other system.
Re: Try a Spot of Doctor Lautrec with Flash Demo
Given the Nintendo Power review I'm not going to even bother.
Re: Miyamoto: "Super Mario 64 Was Boring"
@18: But it got you reading though right?
I think the game still is mostly boring, I couldn't finish the DS version because I was tired of doing the same thing so slowly.
Re: Miyamoto Not a Huge Fan of Mario Kart 7 Customisation
British English is awesome. I'm going to start using it.
Re: Feature: The Most Bizarre Nintendo Life Search Results
Why you're free games. Please?
Re: PETA - Relax Mario Fans, It Was All a Joke
@yellowchocobo That isn't even backed up with evidence, nor is it even remotely true. Do you work for PETA too?
Re: PETA - Relax Mario Fans, It Was All a Joke
Or, it wasn't a joke until they realized how much it irritated people and how ridiculous it was.
Re: PETA Launch Campaign Against Mario
@60: Are you KIDDING me? Is that a joke? Having Mario fly around draped in a bloody Tanuki carcass is much worse than Mario's Tanooki suit, if you can even consider the suit bad.
Re: PETA Launch Campaign Against Mario
As a side note, I would totally buy a Mario-themed "Save the Raccoon Dogs" T-shirt. Get on that. Someone.
Re: PETA Launch Campaign Against Mario
By issuing this statement, PETA is sending the message that it is OK to act ignorantly and release incredibly stupid statements.
Re: Feature: How Japanese Folklore Inspired Mario’s Tanooki Suit
Now I see why Tom Nook wears that apron...
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo's Plans to Fight Back
@39: The only knowledgeable and true comment.
Re: Iwata Reveals Big New Improvements for eShop
I fail to see how DLC is exciting. Maybe for Animal Crossing, but I dunno.
Re: Colourful European 3DS Bundles Look Like This
If I saw enough of these, I might buy one. Even though I already have a 3DS. Theses should be brought to the states.
Re: Review: Pokémon Rumble Blast (3DS)
I can't see how this would warrant such a high price, I wouldn't even think about buying it for $2. The WiiWare demo was easy and lifeless, I don't want to see mangled Pokemon toys banging around on a screen. Good for young kids, I guess.