I'm surprised it took this long to sell out. I ordered mine on day one expecting it to sell out in a day or two. I guess the high price went a long way in limiting who could order it.
I've heard complaints about a lack of variety in enemies/bosses/patterns. I'm surprised this review doesn't address that. I wanted to get this game since I liked the demo so much, but this lack of variety has kept me from making the purchase.
Don't we already have all the Marvel tables? (And please, no more Marvel tables.) Nintendo themed tables, please. And an Endor table full of adorable Ewoks!
I've been thinking the baby Bros. should be a Smash Bros. team for years. Nice to see someone agrees. I imagine them like two Pichus, and of course, the Ice Climbers.
SSFIV is such a boring fighter. TvC and Injustice are better by leaps and bounds. My favorite third party games are VVVVVV, Mutant Mudds, RER, and Shadow Wars.
I informed NL of this the first day it went up on Club Nintendo, and they post an article after it sells out and gives someone else the credit. Sorry to the people who NL didn't inform in time.
Good review. You seem to be one of the reviewers that "get" this game.
I'm loving this game. There are plenty of times I wish I could use the Wiimote and nunchuck, though, because I suck at aiming with dual analog sticks. And me and my friend have been playing the multiplayer for the past three days. It's insanely fun.
This is all just opinion, so I won't make too much of a fuss, but I just can't understand how these Mario lists keep putting SMG1 above SMG2. I don't care if SMG1 came out first and is therefore "fresher." The question is, to a gamer who has never played either, which is better? Clearly it is Galaxy 2.
Nice review Jon. You really nailed the issues I had with Zen Pinball: the physics and the lack of detailed table explanations.
The best way I can explain Zen's physics is the ball feels like a ping pong ball when going up the table and it feels like it's made of uranium when it's going down the table.
Lol, I feel like I've just entered a lost dimension. Hey there uel. Castlevania: Circle of the Moon is the only Castlevania I've ever played. I never beat it though.
I think the Wii is the best system for Mario games. NSMB Wii and Galaxy 2 are my favorite 2d and 3d mario games. Galaxy 1 is right there with them. And don't forget about Super Mario All Stars Anniversary Edition and all the VC games.
Price drops like this so soon after a system's launch is nothing new. It only makes a 3DS look that much sweeter. At the same price as a DSi XL, there's no reason not to buy one.
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Re: Video: This Dr. Luigi Trailer May Be The Perfect Remedy
@Mizore,
How did you get it at that price?
Re: Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon Figurine Spooked Off Club Nintendo
I'm surprised it took this long to sell out. I ordered mine on day one expecting it to sell out in a day or two. I guess the high price went a long way in limiting who could order it.
Re: Feature: Time to Vote For Your Game of the Year 2013
I only regret that I have but one vote to give for Game of the Year!
Re: Talking Point: Wii U and Third-Party Inconsistencies Pose Questions for Console Owners
Classic catch 22 is right. They give us inferior ports and then complain that Nintendo gamers didn't buy it. Well, I wonder why?!
Re: Specialist Retailers Emphasize Their Support for the Wii U
Once Smash Bros. is out, everyone will have to have a Wii U.
Re: Review: Chain Blaster (3DS eShop)
I've heard complaints about a lack of variety in enemies/bosses/patterns. I'm surprised this review doesn't address that. I wanted to get this game since I liked the demo so much, but this lack of variety has kept me from making the purchase.
Re: Specialist Retailers Emphasize Their Support for the Wii U
Do people actually believe that the Wii U is doomed like the Virtual Boy?
Re: Nintendo Has Been Fantastic To Work With, Says Oddworld Developer
Dan is the man.
Re: Feature: A Weekend With Pikmin 3
I'm excited about the multiplayer. Me and my friend have played hundreds of matches in Pikmin 2's battle mode.
Re: Asda Stores No Longer Stocking New Wii U Systems or Games
They aren't even selling 3DS stuff? Did Microsoft and Sony get together to pay this company off?
Re: Zen Studios Would Love To Make An Indiana Jones Themed Pinball Game
We don't have enough pinball until we get The Pinball Arcade.
Re: Zen Studios Would Love To Make An Indiana Jones Themed Pinball Game
Don't we already have all the Marvel tables? (And please, no more Marvel tables.) Nintendo themed tables, please. And an Endor table full of adorable Ewoks!
Re: Review: Farming Simulator 3D (3DS eShop)
Yeah, but...nobody cares about the Vita.
Re: First Impressions: Wii Party U
I was hoping for a Tanks! 2.
Re: First Impressions: Yoshi's New Island
I was never overly impressed with the original Yoshi's Island.
Re: Impressions: Multiplayer is a Big Deal in Nintendo's Wii U Lineup
I too am surprised by how fun Wii Party U looks.
Re: Nintendo Download: 27th June (North America)
This is a very good week. It just needs a good Wii U game. I'll wait for a sale on Kokuga.
Re: Indie Developer Explains How Nintendo Made Him a Wii U Believer
@Yorumi
I completely agree.
Re: Talking Point: Looking Ahead to Nintendo's E3
I've been thinking the baby Bros. should be a Smash Bros. team for years. Nice to see someone agrees. I imagine them like two Pichus, and of course, the Ice Climbers.
Re: Feature: Our Top 10 Third-Party 3DS Games - Summer 2013
SSFIV is such a boring fighter. TvC and Injustice are better by leaps and bounds. My favorite third party games are VVVVVV, Mutant Mudds, RER, and Shadow Wars.
Re: Review: Mega Man X (Wii U eShop / Super Nintendo)
This is easily my favorite mega man game.
Re: Limited Super Mario Accessory Box Reward On Club Nintendo Has Sold Out Already
I informed NL of this the first day it went up on Club Nintendo, and they post an article after it sells out and gives someone else the credit. Sorry to the people who NL didn't inform in time.
Re: Review: ZombiU (Wii U)
Good review. You seem to be one of the reviewers that "get" this game.
I'm loving this game. There are plenty of times I wish I could use the Wiimote and nunchuck, though, because I suck at aiming with dual analog sticks. And me and my friend have been playing the multiplayer for the past three days. It's insanely fun.
Re: Review: Pokémon Black and White 2 (DS)
It's funny. I'm actually playing through Pokemon Red right now. It brings back a lot of memories.
Re: Review: Pokémon Black and White 2 (DS)
EV training doesn't take skill. It just takes a lot of time and basic math.
Re: Feature: Our Favourite Super Mario Games
This is all just opinion, so I won't make too much of a fuss, but I just can't understand how these Mario lists keep putting SMG1 above SMG2. I don't care if SMG1 came out first and is therefore "fresher." The question is, to a gamer who has never played either, which is better? Clearly it is Galaxy 2.
They should be looked at as stand alone games.
Re: 3DS XL Represents 'The Progress of Technology'
The only way I'd consider getting a 3DS XL is if they actually released that clear version. It brings me back to the days of N64 and GBC/GBA.
Re: Review: Marvel Pinball 3D (3DS eShop)
Nice review Jon. You really nailed the issues I had with Zen Pinball: the physics and the lack of detailed table explanations.
The best way I can explain Zen's physics is the ball feels like a ping pong ball when going up the table and it feels like it's made of uranium when it's going down the table.
Re: Review: Bonk's Adventure (TG-16)
How has no one commented on this yet? I always wanted to try this game, but never have.
Re: Castlevania: Circle of the Moon
Lol, I feel like I've just entered a lost dimension. Hey there uel. Castlevania: Circle of the Moon is the only Castlevania I've ever played. I never beat it though.
Re: Reggie Fils-Aime: Fanbase Demands Are 'Insatiable'
I agree with Reggie on this one.
Re: ShopTo Lists Wii U at Speculative £280
All I know is, it better not be more than $299.99.
Re: Talking Point: Why Skyward Sword Sales Failed to Soar
@Chrono, It's okay to not like the game, but to say that it's awful is just an ignorant statement. Did you get the attention that you wanted?
Re: Talking Point: What New Super Mario Bros. 2 Means for 3DS and Nintendo
Can't wait to get this on day one!
Re: Review: Colors! 3D (eShop)
I'm definitely interested in this.
Re: Feature: The Super Mario Renaissance
I think the Wii is the best system for Mario games. NSMB Wii and Galaxy 2 are my favorite 2d and 3d mario games. Galaxy 1 is right there with them. And don't forget about Super Mario All Stars Anniversary Edition and all the VC games.
Re: Feature: Nintendo’s Biggest Blunders
Cartridges are better.
Re: FAQ: Your Super Mario 3D Land Questions
@RYBlast
Not enough content? What do you want? Online multiplayer?
Re: FAQ: Your Super Mario 3D Land Questions
According to Nintendo Power there is no triple jump. Check again and get back with us.
Re: Review: Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins (3DS Virtual Console / Game Boy)
@CowLaunch,
Excellent point.
Re: Review: MotoHeroz (WiiWare)
If you don't buy this, it will be a grave mistake.
Re: Review: MotoHeroz (WiiWare)
Up there with World of Goo and Cave Story as the best WiiWare games. I haven't stopped playing this since Thursday.
Re: Nintendo Download: 8th September 2011 (Europe)
Poor controls...sigh. I guess every other wii racer has poor controls too then.
Re: Marvel at Kirby Mass Attack's Minigames
I want the whole game to be like that shooter mini game.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Makes Bold Move with the 3DS
Price drops like this so soon after a system's launch is nothing new. It only makes a 3DS look that much sweeter. At the same price as a DSi XL, there's no reason not to buy one.
Re: Preview: Super Mario (3DS)
The crouching backflip isn't a big deal if they left in the side flip. They left in the side flip, right?
Re: Preview: Super Mario (3DS)
@ZachKaplan, If this game came out at launch we would have one less game to look forward to.
Re: Feature: The State of WiiWare
At least we got 3D Pixel Racing. Seriously people, give it a chance.
Re: Aonuma Opens a Treasure Chest of Skyward Sword Details
Where are the spoilers?
Re: Introducing VitaGamr for PlayStation Vita!
Good. Let's get those Vita lovers out of here.