I have much superior portable versions of the first four games on PSP already as the PS1 versions of the Rockman games are being released on the PlayStation Store.
The best part? I can also play them on my PS3 because with Sony, you only have to pay once to play your games on all your consoles.
I love Nintendo a heck of a lot more than Sony, but it just seems like they're being greedy now. Those who bought the Wii release of this game should have it on 3DS already.
I disagree with the people saying LittleBigPlanet 2 shouldn't have beat Mario Kart 7 "because it was the same as the first," because it built upon the original much more than any Mario Kart ever has. I like Mario Kart 7 a lot but it hasn't really changed at all since Mario Kart 64.
Maybe you can try playing games that aren't part of big name franchises. The Turbografx has plenty of gems that are much better than that Street Fighter port if you'd give 'em a chance.
I disagree that Pokémon should say their own names in the video games. I like them having individual calls, it makes them more animal-like and I am disappointed that the anime changed this.
Pokémon Stadium had high-quality versions of these calls and I think that was perfect.
You gotta love how there's a lot of SEGA hate here despite last year's Sonic Colors being easily the best Sonic game since the Genesis/Mega Drive, and this year's Sonic Generations 360/PS3 being amazing.
The Wii version of Unleashed actually didn't have any stages that the HD version had. They were in similar settings, but they played like flat racetracks for the most part whereas the 360/PS3 version had more variety in level design.
Yes, the Wii version was horrible! Most people who actually played both Sonic Unleashed games will tell you Sonic Unleashed for 360 and PS3 is actually an alright game.
The stage from Sonic 06 in the HD version was ironically one of the best stages in the game. Sonic 06 had cool levels and music, they just needed to be in a game that actually worked.
There is no graphical difference between versions of Twilight Princess, and the GameCube version was developed first so the Wii version is the one with the mirrored images.
The Wii version has widescreen, but it actually just zooms the image in, so you're not getting anything extra on the sides if you play it on Wii. You actually have the bottom and top cut off, in fact.
Radical Highway has never actually been confirmed. TSSZ News claims to have a reliable source saying so, though. I think it makes sense considering the Shadow race will probably take place there.
I hope this includes a better D-pad. Jacob Crites had it right when he said it was too clicky and stiff. Pokémon games are unplayable on my friend's 3DS due to this, so I can't imagine how badly platformers have it.
I'd only watch if it was a subtitled Japanese version. 4Kids butchered the English version pretty badly... Did you guys know the original version used orchestrated versions of Kirby video game songs like Green Greens as background music?
Super Mario Sunshine did it right. The worlds all had their own stories and it felt really immersive, but then they also had those bonus levels that played like this new game does.
I'm a huuuge Mega Man fan, but I'd advise you don't start with this entry. The controls and physics are rather buggy and it'd be a horrible first impression.
Enhanced versions of the first three NES games are available on PSP if anyone without brand loyalty to Nintendo wants portable NES Mega Man. They're Japanese PSOne import titles but they're pretty easy to figure out.
I agree. It was a fantastic game for what it was. The only "bad" Rare game of recent times is Perfect Dark Zero and even that may be going a bit too far...
I don't see what Star Fox would gain from Retro Studios. I'd love to be proven wrong, though.
They seem to be best with games previously known for atmospheric qualities such as Metroid and Donkey Kong Country. I'd love a Retro Studios Castlevania, but since it's a Konami franchise, I don't see that happening very soon.
EDIT: Actually, a Star Fox Adventures-style game would be right up their ally. Star Fox Adventures shared some of the same developers as Donkey Kong Country and both games had similar atmospheres. The only issue is that most fans want a traditional Star Fox.
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Re: Mega Man is Going to Blast 3DS Virtual Console
@Tengoku
Well, 25 years for a Nintendo handheld... Read my post. ;P
Re: Mega Man is Going to Blast 3DS Virtual Console
I have much superior portable versions of the first four games on PSP already as the PS1 versions of the Rockman games are being released on the PlayStation Store.
The best part? I can also play them on my PS3 because with Sony, you only have to pay once to play your games on all your consoles.
I love Nintendo a heck of a lot more than Sony, but it just seems like they're being greedy now. Those who bought the Wii release of this game should have it on 3DS already.
Re: Sonic the Hedgehog Turns 21 Today
@C-Olimar
What's it like living in 2006? ;D
Re: Review: Rayman (3DS eShop / Game Boy Color)
The It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia reference made me very happy.
Re: Redesigned Wii U Tablet Controller Is Revealed
I hope it has clickable analogue sticks.
Re: Nintendo Still Has Secret 3DS Games to Reveal
Donkey Kong Land Returns.
Re: Nintendo Reveals New Super Mario Bros. 2 for 3DS
Someday I'll be telling my grandchildren stories of a time when Nintendo used to be an innovative company that put effort into their games.
Retro Studios is the only part of Nintendo I have faith in right now.
Re: Nintendo Leaves BAFTA Empty-Handed
I disagree with the people saying LittleBigPlanet 2 shouldn't have beat Mario Kart 7 "because it was the same as the first," because it built upon the original much more than any Mario Kart ever has. I like Mario Kart 7 a lot but it hasn't really changed at all since Mario Kart 64.
Re: Nintendo Leaves BAFTA Empty-Handed
I love Nintendo and all, but some Nintendo fans can be really biased sometimes...
Re: SEGA Drops Four Sonic Games from Japanese VC
Maybe they're getting ready for The Taxman's remakes of these games. ;D
Re: Europe's Virtual Console Loses 6 Games This Month
@my_point_is
Maybe you can try playing games that aren't part of big name franchises. The Turbografx has plenty of gems that are much better than that Street Fighter port if you'd give 'em a chance.
Re: Pokémon Director Hypes up Sunday Announcement
I hope it's a new game and not just information on Keldeo.
Re: Talking Point: The Future of Pokémon
I disagree that Pokémon should say their own names in the video games. I like them having individual calls, it makes them more animal-like and I am disappointed that the anime changed this.
Pokémon Stadium had high-quality versions of these calls and I think that was perfect.
Re: Mario & Sonic London Olympics Sprints to 2m Sales
Sonic Generations would have been hindered by being on Wii... I love Wii for exclusives but I'd rather have my games on superior hardware.
Re: Full-Length Pokémon TV Shows Come to Nintendo Zone
The new Black and White seasons actually have less focus on Team Rocket and when they do it's actually much more interesting than before.
Re: Konami Dissolving Hudson Soft
@Aqueous
I believe you are getting Hudson mixed up with HAL. HAL still exists.
Re: Miyamoto Sure Has Some Weird Game Ideas
Someone better make this an indie game.
Re: Review: Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games (Wii)
You gotta love how there's a lot of SEGA hate here despite last year's Sonic Colors being easily the best Sonic game since the Genesis/Mega Drive, and this year's Sonic Generations 360/PS3 being amazing.
Re: Review: Sonic Generations (3DS)
@StarDust
Secret Rings was a crappy spinoff, play Sonic Colors - best Sonic game since Sonic Advance. It's mostly 2D gameplay, but the Wisps are really fun.
Re: Review: Sonic Generations (3DS)
The Wii version of Unleashed actually didn't have any stages that the HD version had. They were in similar settings, but they played like flat racetracks for the most part whereas the 360/PS3 version had more variety in level design.
Here's a comparison of one of my favourite stages: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxL21NQMczg
Re: Review: Sonic Generations (3DS)
@Kage_88
Yes, the Wii version was horrible! Most people who actually played both Sonic Unleashed games will tell you Sonic Unleashed for 360 and PS3 is actually an alright game.
Re: Review: Sonic Generations (3DS)
The stage from Sonic 06 in the HD version was ironically one of the best stages in the game. Sonic 06 had cool levels and music, they just needed to be in a game that actually worked.
Re: Sonic Generations 3DS Launch Trailer Gathers Speed
I'll just warn you all in advance that unless you like Sonic 4 mixed with Sonic Rush, you're not going to like this game.
@tendoboy1984
When they say this game has fourteen levels, they mean acts, not zones. That's significantly less than the HD version's eighteen acts.
360/PS3/PC:
Green Hill
Chemical Plant
Sky Sanctuary
Speed Highway
City Escape
Seaside Hill
Crisis City
Rooftop Run
Planet Wisp
3DS:
Green Hill
Casino Night
Mushroom Hill
Emerald Coast
Radical Highway
Water Palace
Tropical Resort
Re: Feature: The Best Games on GameCube and Wii
How is New Super Mario Bros. Wii above Donkey Kong Country Returns?
Re: Feature: The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword in Motion
@StarDust
There is no graphical difference between versions of Twilight Princess, and the GameCube version was developed first so the Wii version is the one with the mirrored images.
The Wii version has widescreen, but it actually just zooms the image in, so you're not getting anything extra on the sides if you play it on Wii. You actually have the bottom and top cut off, in fact.
Re: Review: Super Mario 3D Land (3DS)
I feel like I'm three years in the past saying this, but a 9 from Corbie was to be expected.
Re: Japanese Virtual Console List: November 2011
Nobody is talking about the fact that they have online multiplayer in a Mega Drive game on Wii?!? That's amazing, guys!
Re: Round Table: Let's Talk About Castlevania
Count me in as a guest if you ever do a Mega Man discussion? :3
I really need to play more Rondo...
Re: Keiji Inafune's King of Pirates is the Cutest Pirate Game Ever
I'm looking forward to this more than I was Legends 3. And I say that as a huge Mega Man fan.
Re: Review: Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins (3DS Virtual Console / Game Boy)
I've been playing this quite a bit on my Super Game Boy lately.
Re: Take a Trip to Emerald Coast in Sonic Generations Shots
Radical Highway has never actually been confirmed. TSSZ News claims to have a reliable source saying so, though. I think it makes sense considering the Shadow race will probably take place there.
Re: Mario Tennis Smashing Onto 3DS
"Are you excited about this popular franchise making its 3D debut?"
The Mario Tennis franchise made its 3D debut in 1995. ;D
Re: Talking Point: The Second Circle Pad and the 3DS Evolution
I hope this includes a better D-pad. Jacob Crites had it right when he said it was too clicky and stiff. Pokémon games are unplayable on my friend's 3DS due to this, so I can't imagine how badly platformers have it.
Re: Kirby Gets His Own TV Channel in Europe Tomorrow
I'd only watch if it was a subtitled Japanese version. 4Kids butchered the English version pretty badly... Did you guys know the original version used orchestrated versions of Kirby video game songs like Green Greens as background music?
Re: After 1980s Valet Parking Comes 1950s Lawn Mower Kids
I love Zordix. They have an amazing sense of humour. I'll definitely look into these games when I get a 3DS. They deserve it.
Re: Super Mario 3DS Has More Thrills, Less Exploration
Super Mario Sunshine did it right. The worlds all had their own stories and it felt really immersive, but then they also had those bonus levels that played like this new game does.
Re: Super Mario 3DS Has More Thrills, Less Exploration
I'd still love to see a completely open-world Mario game.
Re: Review: The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening DX (Game Boy Color)
I hope Ocarina of Time 3D doesn't overshadow this one at all...
Re: CryENGINE "Pretty Much Running" on Wii U
TimeSplitters 4?
Re: Mega Man: Dr Wily's Revenge Coming to 3DS VC
@Birdman13
I'm a huuuge Mega Man fan, but I'd advise you don't start with this entry. The controls and physics are rather buggy and it'd be a horrible first impression.
Enhanced versions of the first three NES games are available on PSP if anyone without brand loyalty to Nintendo wants portable NES Mega Man. They're Japanese PSOne import titles but they're pretty easy to figure out.
Re: Miyamoto Explains the Chubby Appearance of Mario
Mario would be nowhere near as endearing if he wasn't chubby.
Re: A Dragon Quest Collection for Wii Draws Near!
I'd love to own this.
Re: Rumour: Rare Looking Into 3DS Development
@Kid_A:
I agree. It was a fantastic game for what it was. The only "bad" Rare game of recent times is Perfect Dark Zero and even that may be going a bit too far...
Re: Rumour: Retro Studios Working on Game for Wii Successor
I don't see what Star Fox would gain from Retro Studios. I'd love to be proven wrong, though.
They seem to be best with games previously known for atmospheric qualities such as Metroid and Donkey Kong Country. I'd love a Retro Studios Castlevania, but since it's a Konami franchise, I don't see that happening very soon.
EDIT: Actually, a Star Fox Adventures-style game would be right up their ally. Star Fox Adventures shared some of the same developers as Donkey Kong Country and both games had similar atmospheres. The only issue is that most fans want a traditional Star Fox.
Re: Review: Final Fantasy III (Virtual Console / Super Nintendo)
I don't understand how the audio can be worse on PS1... I've played both versions and the audio seemed the same.
I'm a bit of a purist, so little things like "Biggs" being mistranslated as "Vicks" can really get to me more than load times ever will. ><
Re: Review: Final Fantasy III (Virtual Console / Super Nintendo)
What is exactly wrong with the PS1 version anyway?
Re: Review: Final Fantasy III (Virtual Console / Super Nintendo)
While Chrono Trigger will always be my favourite Square RPG of the SNES era, this game must not be overlooked by anyone.
Re: Prepare for a Cartoon Network Punch Time Explosion on 3DS
Where the hell is Johnny Bravo?
Re: Review: Liight (WiiWare)
I'm very interested. Any word on a demo?
Re: Who Dares to Release We Dare in the UK? Not Ubisoft!
I guess no US release also means no Canadian release? I'm considering this game for the sake of irony alone.