Thank goodness this is actually an entirely new adventure with its own story. I also like how they add some of best Pokémon from older games such as Riolu and Tyranitar. This is already looking to be better than the first two games. Let's hope they have taken the time to actually add things like a Safari Zone, vs. Seeker and something like a Battle Frontier. Those, among other cool aspects of older games, are sorely missing in the current games. I am surprised about the new Gym Leaders. I wonder if there will be eight all-new ones.
I find the circle pad on 3DS to be rather uncomfortable for prolonged playing sessions. I don't really get why they don't want to use an analog stick for a console controller.
Intereresting. It seems you can fuse Zekrom or Reshiram with Kyurem. I hope it will be a completely new game as opposed to being two 'third versions' instead of one. But why on DS?
In the case of Black and White, a third version is justified for a change. There is just so much that's missing in that game. No Safari Zone, no VS. Seeker, no Battle Frontier. And it'd be nice to see it as a special 3DS version of the game. Heck, it should have been a 3DS game from the start. If that had been the case, the 3DS would not have had such a rough launch.
I think they should make those rare DLC-only Pokémon into unlockables rather than those periodic events. Meet certain criteria and unlock them in Mystery Gift. Think of it as an achievement system. I have Mew. But that's because I still had one sitting in my HeartGold cartridge to transfer. I should be able to get it in Black as well. If you have these events, then at least keep them active without end. This makes sure you can still catch 'em all if you buy the game a year after release.
And fix the GTS, please. I'm so tired of those people that ask for an impossible level 1 Zekrom and offer a Bidoof in exchange.
No multiplayer? That is inexcusable in a Mario Kart game. If they ever start releasing GBA games to the general public, this should be fixed. How hard can it be to emulate the link cables in wireless play.
Glad I've got the old cartridge. It's one the system's best.
It's too bad it's so short. What is there is impressive though. Particularly the visuals. Graphically this is one of, if not the most impressive Zelda game ever made. It sure is the best-looking GBA game.
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Re: New Trainers and Town in Pokémon Black & White 2
Thank goodness this is actually an entirely new adventure with its own story. I also like how they add some of best Pokémon from older games such as Riolu and Tyranitar. This is already looking to be better than the first two games. Let's hope they have taken the time to actually add things like a Safari Zone, vs. Seeker and something like a Battle Frontier. Those, among other cool aspects of older games, are sorely missing in the current games. I am surprised about the new Gym Leaders. I wonder if there will be eight all-new ones.
Re: Nintendo Buys Supermario4.com Web Domain
Super Mario Bros. 4 exists. It's just called Super Mario World. I believe they originally intended to call it that.
Re: Out Today: Xenoblade Chronicles (North America)
I love the huge world this game has. Still haven't taken the time to finish it, though.
Re: More Gorgeous Epic Mickey 3DS Screenshots Revealed
Looks great. It really retains that SNES-vibe.
Re: Rollercoaster Tycoon 3DS Springs Back Into Life
Totally psyched for this!
Re: Feature: The Life and Times of SEGA's Game Gear
I remember my cousin owning one of these giants.
Re: Rayman Origins 3DS Pushed Back in Europe
Multiplayer after all? (Fingers crossed)
Re: SEGA Drops Four Sonic Games from Japanese VC
What is this all of a sudden. It's getting worse. Why is it that so many VC games are taken down.
Re: Pokémon Black and White 2 Box Art Revealed
Still not sure what to expect from this game. Give us some info, Game Freak!
Re: Europe's Virtual Console Loses 6 Games This Month
Why? What is this all of a sudden.
Re: Super Mario Galaxy Blasts Past 5 Million Milestone
The best game on Wii! Hands down!
Re: Nintendo Download: 8th March 2012 (Europe)
Ah! Mega Man X!
Re: Interview: Camille and Kennerly - The Harp Twins
These pretty ladies remind me so much of Zelda in Skyward Sword.
Re: Spanish Pokémon Team Disgraced
Someone has Muk on his team...
Re: Three Turbografx-16 Games Dropped from VC
What the hell is this all of a sudden? This is like the third time this month games got stripped from VC.
Re: Review: Everdrive 64
If you have an original copy, but just want all your games ready to use on a single cartridge, I'd say: why not?
Re: Get Your Pokémon Sequels Teaser Trailer Here
I so passionately hope the '2' means it really is a sequel, rather than just a double Yellow-esque version for Black/White.
Re: Exclusive Pokémon Available Ahead of Championships
I caught a Riolu in the game, but I might as well download this as Riolu takes some time to evolve.
Re: Nintendo Japan Reveals Cobalt Blue 3DS Console
Pretty!
Re: European Virtual Console Set for Bumper March Crop
Finally some good stuff!
Re: Retro Game Master Headed to DVD
Never heard of this show, but it sounds fum.
Re: Wii U Controller Originally Had Proper Analogue Sticks
I find the circle pad on 3DS to be rather uncomfortable for prolonged playing sessions. I don't really get why they don't want to use an analog stick for a console controller.
Re: Pokémon Black & White Version 2 Announced
Intereresting. It seems you can fuse Zekrom or Reshiram with Kyurem. I hope it will be a completely new game as opposed to being two 'third versions' instead of one. But why on DS?
Re: Pokémon Director Hypes up Sunday Announcement
Let's hope it's a 3DS game. And by that I mean an actual RPG like Black/White.
Re: Pokémon Director Teases Something for Sunday
In the case of Black and White, a third version is justified for a change. There is just so much that's missing in that game. No Safari Zone, no VS. Seeker, no Battle Frontier. And it'd be nice to see it as a special 3DS version of the game. Heck, it should have been a 3DS game from the start. If that had been the case, the 3DS would not have had such a rough launch.
Re: Review: Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3 (Game Boy)
This is the best platformer on the system if you ask me.
Re: RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D Hits the Skids
I hope they use their time for perfecting the game. The 3DS seems like a perfect platform for a portable RCT.
Re: Kirby's Dream Land 2 On the Way to Japanese eShop
This is much lengthier than the first one. I like the animal buddies. It's sorta like in Donkey Kong Country.
Re: Out Today: Resident Evil Revelations (North America)
I played the demo and god does it look pretty.
Re: Resi Revelations Takes a Hit in UK Charts
I played the demo today and I am surprised to see what the 3DS is actually capable of.
Re: Talking Point: The Future of Pokémon
I think they should make those rare DLC-only Pokémon into unlockables rather than those periodic events. Meet certain criteria and unlock them in Mystery Gift. Think of it as an achievement system. I have Mew. But that's because I still had one sitting in my HeartGold cartridge to transfer. I should be able to get it in Black as well. If you have these events, then at least keep them active without end. This makes sure you can still catch 'em all if you buy the game a year after release.
And fix the GTS, please. I'm so tired of those people that ask for an impossible level 1 Zekrom and offer a Bidoof in exchange.
Re: Push Square is Open for Business!
Finally!
Re: Nintendo Announces 2D Super Mario Title for 3DS
Nintendo seems eager to quickly release as many big games as possible.
Re: Mewtwo to Psyche Out Pokémon Black and White
Cool! I've had many good times with this dude in the Game Boy days.
Re: Review: Super Mario Advance 3: Yoshi's Island (Game Boy Advance)
Is it ever coming to VC? For now I'm glad I got the GBA cartridge.
Re: Review: WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$! (3DS Virtual Console / Game Boy Advance)
This game is one big, bizarre ride of insanity... and it's awesome!
Re: Zelda: Skyward Sword Misses Wii's 2011 Top Five
This is sad to see. While it wasn't as good as some media (including NL) said it is, Skyward Sword is still a great game.
Re: Aonuma: "Zelda Timeline is Less Important Than Mechanics"
Within two years, there's probably gonna be a new Zelda game to screw it all up again.
Re: Metal Gear Solid-Themed 3DS Teased
Smexy!
Re: Review: Wario Land 4 (3DS Virtual Console / Game Boy Advance)
One of the few GBA classics I still need to get my hands on.
Re: Win a Metallic Red 3DS!
I'm joining in!
Re: Merry Christmas from Nintendo Life!
Merry christmas to you all.
Re: There's a Myst Descending on 3DS Next Year
It's great, but you have to apprecaite this game. Wasn't the Rime Age in the fully rendered Real Myst version already?
Re: Review: Mario Kart Super Circuit (3DS Virtual Console / Game Boy Advance)
No multiplayer? That is inexcusable in a Mario Kart game. If they ever start releasing GBA games to the general public, this should be fixed. How hard can it be to emulate the link cables in wireless play.
Glad I've got the old cartridge. It's one the system's best.
Re: Australian Board Rates Ubisoft's First Ever Virtual Console Titles
They should release the Mega Drive version of Rayman on Wii.
Re: Review: Metroid Fusion ( / Game Boy Advance)
I slightly prefer this over Zero Mission, even though that's an amazing game as well.
Re: Review: The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap ( / Game Boy Advance)
It's too bad it's so short. What is there is impressive though. Particularly the visuals. Graphically this is one of, if not the most impressive Zelda game ever made. It sure is the best-looking GBA game.
Re: Nintendo Japan to Release Stunning Zelda Art Book
If they release this in other languages, the do want factor is going to be rather high.
Re: Zelda: Skyward Sword Available for £24.99 in UK
They never have deals like that here on the continent for some reason.
Re: Nintendo Japan Preparing Skyward Sword Save File Fixer
Good going Nintendo. A game-ruining bug in BOTH Zelda games for Wii.