Unfortunately, many people seem to think that "hardcore" games are ones where you kill, and destroy, and kill some more. I'm talking about FPS games. Now, I'm not saying that FPSs are bad, but, they are changing peoples views on what a "hardcore" game is. People that play FPS games and nothing else on systems like the Xbox 360 and the PS3 groan when you mention something like Mario and the Wii. They always say "Oh dude, the Wii is SO ! That piece of crap is babies, bro!" and they say things like "Mario is like, the gayest thing in the universe." Frankly, that really rks me. It irks me to a point where I want to say something like "Oh yeah? You think that games like Mario are , huh? Well, how about you go and get 100% completion on Super Mario World and Super Mario 64 and Super Mario Galaxy. 1 AND 2. Then tell me if you think that Mario is gay." and then, they're gonna say "DUH, WHY CAN'T I JUST SHOOT'EM?" These people also think that if a games does not have good graphics, it sucks. Wow, that is a pretty fair judgement, considering that you have probably never even played an 8-bit or 16-bit game. Also, all of those FPS-shoot-kill-destroy-pull-trigger-make-house-go-boom people would probably fail to an awesome degree in an RPG where you actually have to solve puzzles and make decisions other than throwing a grenade. To all of those people, Nintendo is a joke because they only make "wuss" games like Kirby and Pokémon. To them, Sony and Microsoft are the only decent gaming companies because their games have great graphics and whatnot. Okay, do the games challenge your brain or make you think of ways to strategically think of a way to overcome your opponent other than "I'm gonna shoot him in the face".
Again, I don't think ALL FPSs are bad, I mean, c'mon METROID IS AWESOME! But, I do think they have blurred the vision of many gamers and have cauused them to think that the only respected gamers are ones that can make inappropriate gestures over a corpse that they have just killed.
I wonder what it was like to wake up one morning and say, "Hey, ya know what I'm gonna do? I'm gonna get an AR card tatooed on my arm. Yeah, that sounds like a good idea!"
I'm trying not to be (too) rude, but I'm kind of tired of hearing that a lot of people did not like it. Yeah, okay, we get it, it wasn't what you were expecting, let it go. You really don't want to comment on the other games that were on the chart (even though there were no labels, so we really didn't know what the numbers were exactly)? It was still cool to those of us who didn't have it back in the day.
Wow, that was really cool. I have not seen anything that creative in a very long time. It makes me think what he can do with other kinds of gaming consoles and systems.
Well, I'm sorry. I didn't know that the kind of hand-held gaming system defines what kind of man you are. I guess I should start playing PSP games so that I can be a self-respected member of society.
Plus, you know what I hate? I hate it when I bring up a conversation about Nintendo or the Wii, and then everybody around me is all like, "Duuuuude, the Wii is totally gay! Dude, why do you have a DS. That's really sad, are you like 5 years old or something?". Yeah, I hate that soooo much. I just didn't know that a game had to have hardcore blood, weapons, nudity, death, and cursing in it for it to be a really cool game, sorry. All I'm trying to say is that some people are really misguided.
I've literally been staring at the computer screen for like, 5 minutes wondering how such a thing could ever come to exist on a gaming console......I salute the soul who has the bravery and courage to try and evaluate this...this...this THING!
2. Before I saw the video, I thought it was just gonna be a game where you play New Super Mario Bros. Wii, plain and simple, not a whole bunch of wheels and slot machines. (Although, if it was just playing the game, then it would be too easy to reach Bowser and win the "Mario Jackpot")
3. Good luck trying to get a turn for this game. It's gonna be crowded and hogged from the first minute the arcade is open, to the last. All the other games are gonna be collecting dust and thinking that they were as cool as Mario.
4. I hope you brought your coins because with all that stuff you can play, and with all of the tickets you can earn, it's gonna cost you AT LEAST a dollar in tokens.
5. All they need to make now is a The Legend of Zelda game (sword-slashing based, like those Samurai games). Then a Warioware game (mini-game based), then a Donkey Kong game (just like DKCR, that'll make a fair fight to win a final boss jackpot), then a Yoshi game (Puzzle based), then a Metroid game (Shoot'em-up based), then a Kirby game (side-scroller based, as it already is), and FINALLY a Star Fox game (flying/shooting based, like the Star Wars arcade game).
In all honesty, this is very well done. Not only do these people know how to tie basic Mario elements into a shoot'em-up, gangster like trailer, but they know what they're doing with all of those great refeneces that make you go "Wow, I can't believe they tied THAT in there!"
Gah! I really, REALLY want this, but if I actually do preorder this, it'll make me feel like such a sucker to fall for this old marketing gimmick. Stupid corporate hijinx, trying to screw with my thought process....grumble, grumble
This dude needs to mind his own business. I mean yeah, he's a market analyst (which means it is his business, I guess) but he shouldn't be saying that we should pay MORE! He might give Nintendo ideas....
Uh, this is a tough one because who doesn't want cool TV shows based on our favorite video game characters, but then again, if it's like all those other shows back in the 80's, we're all in trouble if this thing hits our TV screens.
@Bulbasaurus Rex Yes, that is true, but the new episodes are really awful. Like REALLY awful.
It's a cool concept, but I don't think that it's fair to make people walk to unlock stuff in games. And then there's the whole "battery" issue. Plus, there's always a chance for somebody or something to bump into you and it might (and I'm just saying MIGHT) break or mess up your hard-earned 3DS when you're walking around.
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Re: Ocarina of Time 3D Soundtrack Coming to Australasia
So, there's no way for Club Nintendo US people to get it now?
Re: There Will Be No Zelda 25th Anniversary Collection
I would like Zelda 1 and 2, and A Link to the Past remastered. That would be nice.
Re: SEGA Unveils 20th Anniversary Sonic Figurine
Meh.
Re: Talking Point: What's in a Console Colour?
Straight up CLEAR
Re: Mario and Link Make eShop Cards Look Good
Yummy
Re: Talking Point: Should Nintendo Try to Recapture 'Hardcore' Gamers?
Unfortunately, many people seem to think that "hardcore" games are ones where you kill, and destroy, and kill some more. I'm talking about FPS games. Now, I'm not saying that FPSs are bad, but, they are changing peoples views on what a "hardcore" game is. People that play FPS games and nothing else on systems like the Xbox 360 and the PS3 groan when you mention something like Mario and the Wii. They always say "Oh dude, the Wii is SO ! That piece of crap is babies, bro!" and they say things like "Mario is like, the gayest thing in the universe." Frankly, that really rks me. It irks me to a point where I want to say something like "Oh yeah? You think that games like Mario are , huh? Well, how about you go and get 100% completion on Super Mario World and Super Mario 64 and Super Mario Galaxy. 1 AND 2. Then tell me if you think that Mario is gay." and then, they're gonna say "DUH, WHY CAN'T I JUST SHOOT'EM?" These people also think that if a games does not have good graphics, it sucks. Wow, that is a pretty fair judgement, considering that you have probably never even played an 8-bit or 16-bit game. Also, all of those FPS-shoot-kill-destroy-pull-trigger-make-house-go-boom people would probably fail to an awesome degree in an RPG where you actually have to solve puzzles and make decisions other than throwing a grenade. To all of those people, Nintendo is a joke because they only make "wuss" games like Kirby and Pokémon. To them, Sony and Microsoft are the only decent gaming companies because their games have great graphics and whatnot. Okay, do the games challenge your brain or make you think of ways to strategically think of a way to overcome your opponent other than "I'm gonna shoot him in the face".
Again, I don't think ALL FPSs are bad, I mean, c'mon METROID IS AWESOME! But, I do think they have blurred the vision of many gamers and have cauused them to think that the only respected gamers are ones that can make inappropriate gestures over a corpse that they have just killed.
Re: A Closer Look at UK's Pre-Order Ocarina 3D Bonus Gift
The posters are pretty cool, but otherwise...not a great gift. Australia had a much better one, with the actual ocarina and whatnot.
Re: Okay Australia, Your Zelda 3DS Pre-Order Bonus Beats the Rest
Un. Fair.
Re: Review: Chrono Trigger (Virtual Console / Super Nintendo)
Wow...I guess anybody who's anybody has to (or already has) play this game. I've never played it before, so I'll definitely get it.
Re: Forget About Cards, Have an Augmented Reality Tattoo
I wonder what it was like to wake up one morning and say, "Hey, ya know what I'm gonna do? I'm gonna get an AR card tatooed on my arm. Yeah, that sounds like a good idea!"
@TwilightV: Nice
Re: What Happens When Animal Crossing Meets Lost?
I didn't get the Mario one or the Duck Hunt one. The rest were very funny.
Re: Over 2 Million Players Bought Mario's 25th Anniversary Game
please leave the moderating to us — TBD
I'm trying not to be (too) rude, but I'm kind of tired of hearing that a lot of people did not like it. Yeah, okay, we get it, it wasn't what you were expecting, let it go. You really don't want to comment on the other games that were on the chart (even though there were no labels, so we really didn't know what the numbers were exactly)? It was still cool to those of us who didn't have it back in the day.
@The Picture Caption Yes, he certainly does.
Re: Review: Mega Man X (Virtual Console / Super Nintendo)
This will be my first MMX game ever.
Re: Rumour: Wii 2 to Cost $350, Support 3DTVs, Out in October
I can't keep up with this stuff...
Re: Ocarina of Time 3D Gets Boss Rush Mode and Helpful Videos
I'm squeaking with joy right now.
Re: Mega Man X
FINALLY!!!
Re: Nintendo Download: 18th April 2011 (North America)
Yay! Like everbody else on here, I say "It's good that MegaManX is finally here!"
@Bulbasaurus Rex Hopefully...and soon....
Re: The GameBoy Makes Beautiful Music Even When Switched Off
Wow, that was really cool. I have not seen anything that creative in a very long time. It makes me think what he can do with other kinds of gaming consoles and systems.
Re: Sony CEO Refers to Nintendo Handhelds as "Babysitting Tools"
Well, I'm sorry. I didn't know that the kind of hand-held gaming system defines what kind of man you are. I guess I should start playing PSP games so that I can be a self-respected member of society.
Plus, you know what I hate? I hate it when I bring up a conversation about Nintendo or the Wii, and then everybody around me is all like, "Duuuuude, the Wii is totally gay! Dude, why do you have a DS. That's really sad, are you like 5 years old or something?". Yeah, I hate that soooo much. I just didn't know that a game had to have hardcore blood, weapons, nudity, death, and cursing in it for it to be a really cool game, sorry. All I'm trying to say is that some people are really misguided.
Re: Features: Nintendo 3DS Launch Game Buyer's Guide
The must buys are all the games I wanted anyway, so I'm cool with this list.
Re: Nintendo Download: 4th April 2011 (North America)
Anyone ever notice that Bonk looks a heck of a lot like Krillin?
Re: WiiWare Gets Weirder with Pelvic Floor Training on Friday
I've literally been staring at the computer screen for like, 5 minutes wondering how such a thing could ever come to exist on a gaming console......I salute the soul who has the bravery and courage to try and evaluate this...this...this THING!
Re: Pac-Man & Galaga Dimensions Includes Modern Remakes
Lookin' good, lookin' good. I like what I see.
Re: Capcom Brings New Super Mario Bros. Wii to the Arcades
5 things I have to say:
1. What's your deal Capcom, you don't OWN Mario!
2. Before I saw the video, I thought it was just gonna be a game where you play New Super Mario Bros. Wii, plain and simple, not a whole bunch of wheels and slot machines. (Although, if it was just playing the game, then it would be too easy to reach Bowser and win the "Mario Jackpot")
3. Good luck trying to get a turn for this game. It's gonna be crowded and hogged from the first minute the arcade is open, to the last. All the other games are gonna be collecting dust and thinking that they were as cool as Mario.
4. I hope you brought your coins because with all that stuff you can play, and with all of the tickets you can earn, it's gonna cost you AT LEAST a dollar in tokens.
5. All they need to make now is a The Legend of Zelda game (sword-slashing based, like those Samurai games). Then a Warioware game (mini-game based), then a Donkey Kong game (just like DKCR, that'll make a fair fight to win a final boss jackpot), then a Yoshi game (Puzzle based), then a Metroid game (Shoot'em-up based), then a Kirby game (side-scroller based, as it already is), and FINALLY a Star Fox game (flying/shooting based, like the Star Wars arcade game).
Re: The Brothers Mario 2 Trailer Introduces Us to the New Don
"What can I say, I'm hooked on the brothers!"
In all honesty, this is very well done. Not only do these people know how to tie basic Mario elements into a shoot'em-up, gangster like trailer, but they know what they're doing with all of those great refeneces that make you go "Wow, I can't believe they tied THAT in there!"
Re: Talking Point: The 3DS Friends List is Severely Lacking
I think this is where the people who haven't gotten a 3DS yet, say: "Well, I sure am glad I haven't gotten a 3DS yet!"
Re: Nintendo Responds to 3DS Black Screen Error
Ruh-roh
Re: Club Nintendo NA has a Ball with New Prizes
I don't think it would be worth it. Sorry.
Re: Brand New Conduit 2 Weapons Trailer Touches Down
This looks pretty cool.
Re: Purchase Pokemon Black or White Promptly for an Easy Victini
Gah! I really, REALLY want this, but if I actually do preorder this, it'll make me feel like such a sucker to fall for this old marketing gimmick. Stupid corporate hijinx, trying to screw with my thought process....grumble, grumble
By the way, Portista, I love your avatar.
Re: Curl Up Around this Cosy Fire on Friday, Europe
Wow, that's really something. Well, I'm gonna go face palm until my hand falls off. Bye!
Re: Miyamoto Can't Wait to Show Off Super Mario Bros. 3DS
This looks really interesting. I can't help but think that this will make the already classic masterpiece of a game seem like a totally new adventure!
Re: Will We See a Zelda 25th Anniversary Collection this Year?
Not to be greedy, but I would want all the games, an awesome soundtrack, and some serious collectables. I knew it, I'm being too greedy.
Re: Twisting and Matching 3D Objects Comes to DSiWare
Looks fun!
Re: First Impressions: 3DS Video Round-Up
I agree with PunnyGuy fully. Mario is sure to get some kind of spectacular.........something.....for this revolutionary system!
Re: Why the 3DS Will Not Use an Achievement System
Good.
Re: First Impressions: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D
#2 knows where it's at!
Re: First Impressions: 3DS Virtual Console
Yay, I've never really gotten a chance to play any old gameboy games, so this will be fun!
Re: Pachter: Nintendo Should Charge More for 3DS
This dude needs to mind his own business. I mean yeah, he's a market analyst (which means it is his business, I guess) but he shouldn't be saying that we should pay MORE! He might give Nintendo ideas....
Re: BIT.TRIP BEAT
YAAAA-HOOOOOO!!!!!
Re: Wow, Disney Epic Mickey Sold 1.3m Copies in North America
Good for it.
Re: Pac-Man Returns to Our TV Screens Via Unscripted Series
Uh, this is a tough one because who doesn't want cool TV shows based on our favorite video game characters, but then again, if it's like all those other shows back in the 80's, we're all in trouble if this thing hits our TV screens.
@Bulbasaurus Rex Yes, that is true, but the new episodes are really awful. Like REALLY awful.
Re: Live Text: Steve Wiebe Attempts to Re-Claim Donkey Kong World Record
Best of luck to them both.
Re: Iwata: Making Consoles is Like Buying Sushi, and Other Insights
I can hardly wait! I'M SO HUNGRY!!!!!
Re: Look Out Fireplacing, You've Got Competition
I just can't wait for another fun and new adventure to come out, like ummmmm.........watching paint dry!
Re: Review: Deca Sports 3 (Wii)
I expected 4/10 or 5/10. At any rate this looks stupid.
Re: So This is What a Naked 3DS Looks Like
Is it just me or is it hot here? Because that system is smokin'!
But, for real that is actually pretty cool.
Re: Contents of 3DS Box Revealed
Wow! That sounds like a nice little cradle this has goin' for it!
Re: Steve Wiebe Attempting to Reclaim Toppled Donkey Kong Record This Saturday
Nice to see that the oldies are still as popular today as they were way back when.
Re: Earn Coins by Walking Around With Your 3DS
It's a cool concept, but I don't think that it's fair to make people walk to unlock stuff in games. And then there's the whole "battery" issue. Plus, there's always a chance for somebody or something to bump into you and it might (and I'm just saying MIGHT) break or mess up your hard-earned 3DS when you're walking around.