This is what I like about Nintendo. They can provide genuinely fun gaming experiences without resorting to excessive violence and the like. Some may enjoy these types of games, but I just don't honestly.
I was afraid of this. The Wii U was the first home console to launch in this new economic landscape. Its sales and reception may also give us an idea of how the other next gen consoles will preform. Hopefully the industry will work its way out of this funk.
@cornishlee - He was originally called Eggman in Japan. However, when the series was brought to the US, his named was changed to Robotnik. Not only that, but the West put its own spin on the Sonic series. However, when Sonic Adventure was released, all world regions decided to follow the Japanese storyline, thus he was called Eggman again. Thus, his name is Dr. Ivo "Eggman" Robotnik.
@9-Volt Look, we all know '06 happened. It was bad. Everyone knows. But do we have to keep bringing it up? It's been 7 years now and many better games have come out since. There's no need to act like each new Sonic game is going to be another '06. (Also, in the context you are using, the word would be "shudder", not "shutter).
@Lopezdm - Do you have good memories of Sonic? 'Cuz he's called "The Blue Blur". The Blue Bomber is Mega Man. @BenAV - Ya know, making fun of Sonic games is no longer cool or funny. It hasn't been since Colors or Generations. Anyways... I love me some Sonic. I'll get this probably on launch. Possibly both versions, like I did with Colors.
From what I've seen of the previous games and this one, the camera could be a real selling point for Pikmin 3. I know I'm going to enjoy taking pictures of my Min and the other creatures.
Looks like the Wii U is doing just fine. My guess for the reason that sales aren't higher is the bad economy. It works two-fold. One, people have less extra money to spend. Two, due to less money, people are choosing older, cheaper consoles with established libraries. Having the latest thing just isn't as important anymore. I'm sure this will change, given time and additional games.
You want to know what's ironic? I recently saw an advert saying that "Skylanders is a proud sponsor of Disney Channel". It seems that Skylanders is funding its own doom.
I wonder how the folks who are complaining that the Wii U is too expensive will react when the next Sony and Microsoft consoles are launched. I can't imagine that either of those will be cheaper than Wii U. I bet part of the reason why the Wii U isn't off to better start is the fact that it's launching in a significantly different economical playing field than the Wii, Xbox 360, and Playstation 3. I believe that Wii U will find its stride, but it may just take a bit longer than previous generations.
I really liked it. I thought the story behind it was well done. It's too bad that a considerable portion of the Sonic fanbase is so... unappeasable. They're why the rest of the fanbase can't have nice things. Anyways, this make me want to see a full-fledged Sonic movie.
@3Dash - I wouldn't trust a direct machine translation. Just read the last paragraph of the article after it's been run through the translator a time or two. "Rub the only ds game in Korea without knowing if no 7 3 2 is sodium chloride. Make an animal in a limited Special Edition: new 3 ds XL/LL bundles leaves release."
@Chrysalis - Yeah, I guess I meant that it will attract both new and old players alike. I could have worded what I meant better. But yes, I am super hyped for this game.
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Re: Reaction: The Rayman Legends Delay Is a Low Blow, But The Apocalypse Isn't Here
I'll still end up getting Legends I'm sure, just probably not on launch like I originally planned. I'll probably have other games by that point.
@Bankai - If you want people to provide evidence for every claim that they make, be my guest. Just remember that your rules apply to yourself as well.
Re: Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed Comparisons Are Favourable for Wii U
This game certainly deserves the praise it has received. It is a spectacular racer and possibly my favorite Wii U title right now.
Re: Microsoft Almost Purchased Sega In Order To Compete With Nintendo And Sony
I sure am glad that didn't happen. I like being able to play Sonic on my Nintendo systems.
Re: Rayman Legends No Longer a Wii U Exclusive, Delayed to September
Re: Rumour: Next Sonic Game Will Be Called Sonic Adventure 3
I still enjoy playing SA and SA2 on the Gamecube. I would love to see another adventure title that benefits from the abilities of modern systems.
Also, lighten up fellas. SEGA learned from '06. No need to look at every new Sonic game in such a bad light.
PS - Welcome to NL @TheEmerlLad!
Re: Wii Street U App Finds Its Way to Wii U eShop in Japan
@ThomasBW84 - Really? That's great. I planned to get this app anyways, but the fact that it' free really sweetens the deal.
Re: Paper Mario: Sticker Star Advert Gets Literal
Very cool! If I didn't have to worry about cats, I'd love to have those paper models in my house.
Re: Nintendo Hints At An Additional Platform In The Future
If Nintendo makes a phone, then I will finally break down and get a cell phone.
Re: Review: Ice Climber (3DS eShop / NES)
I wasn't too fond of this Ambassador Title. Like the review said, the jumping is a total pain.
Re: Talking Point: Gun Violence and Nintendo is an Unlikely Pairing
This is what I like about Nintendo. They can provide genuinely fun gaming experiences without resorting to excessive violence and the like. Some may enjoy these types of games, but I just don't honestly.
Re: EA: Excited About New Generation Which Is "Yet to Come"
@Molotov - Seriously, what are you saying? What is "Smt Smtn" supposed to mean?
Re: Latest Figures Show The Video Game Market Is Contracting
I was afraid of this. The Wii U was the first home console to launch in this new economic landscape. Its sales and reception may also give us an idea of how the other next gen consoles will preform. Hopefully the industry will work its way out of this funk.
Re: Review: Fire Emblem: Awakening (3DS)
Great review. I will, without a doubt, pick this up.
Re: Feature: Reimagining The Wind Waker on Wii U
These are some very interesting ideas. Hopefully we'll see some of them included in the real release.
Re: Emergency Maintenance Scheduled for Nintendo Online Services on 28th January
Good to know. Since I have both Black/Black 2, I am curious as to what this maintenance will entail.
Re: Disney Infinity Will Have A New Game Released Every Year
My, this certainly is an ambitious project. I would like to see how this turns out.
Re: Rumour: New Sonic Title Dashing To Wii U And 3DS
@cornishlee - He was originally called Eggman in Japan. However, when the series was brought to the US, his named was changed to Robotnik. Not only that, but the West put its own spin on the Sonic series. However, when Sonic Adventure was released, all world regions decided to follow the Japanese storyline, thus he was called Eggman again. Thus, his name is Dr. Ivo "Eggman" Robotnik.
Re: Bowser Is Officially The Greatest Video Game Villain Of All Time
Bowser deserves the top spot. But seriously, the Minecraft Creeper beating Dr. Ivo "Eggman" Robotnik?

Eggman: I should have tried a little harder.
Re: Rumour: New Sonic Title Dashing To Wii U And 3DS
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Re: Rumour: New Sonic Title Dashing To Wii U And 3DS
@9-Volt Look, we all know '06 happened. It was bad. Everyone knows. But do we have to keep bringing it up? It's been 7 years now and many better games have come out since. There's no need to act like each new Sonic game is going to be another '06.
(Also, in the context you are using, the word would be "shudder", not "shutter).
Re: Talking Point: The Wii U Virtual Console Trial Campaign's Advertising Role
I missed some of these games on the VC before. Now looks like the perfect chance to pick them up.
Re: Rumour: New Sonic Title Dashing To Wii U And 3DS
@Lopezdm - Do you have good memories of Sonic? 'Cuz he's called "The Blue Blur". The Blue Bomber is Mega Man.
@BenAV - Ya know, making fun of Sonic games is no longer cool or funny. It hasn't been since Colors or Generations.
Anyways... I love me some Sonic. I'll get this probably on launch. Possibly both versions, like I did with Colors.
Re: Wii U Virtual Console Trial Campaign Schedule Released
Do want Super Metroid! Maybe Mother 2 being released for purchase on the Japanese Virtual Console is a good sign for a future worldwide release.
Re: Take a Pikmin's Eye View with Pikmin 3's Camera Mode
From what I've seen of the previous games and this one, the camera could be a real selling point for Pikmin 3. I know I'm going to enjoy taking pictures of my Min and the other creatures.
Re: Rumour: Today's Nintendo Direct To Focus On Wii U Virtual Console
@JogurtTheYogurt - You are paying for the upgraded features. It's perfectly understandable. If you don't like it, then don't buy it.
But seriously, if someone could find me a link to the full picture at the top of the article, I'd be really grateful.
Re: Nintendo Direct: Watch The Wii U Direct Presentation Live
This Nintendo Direct was filled with so much win!
Re: Rumour: Today's Nintendo Direct To Focus On Wii U Virtual Console
@Damien - Where did you get the picture for this article? It's incredible! So many games represented in one picture!
Re: Nintendo Direct: Watch The Wii U Direct Presentation Live
I can't wait to find out what this Nintendo Direct reveals.
Re: Ralph Nader Targets Violent Video Games and Their Developers
Re: Satoru Iwata Tweets That Wii U Direct Will Be "A Bit Different"
@DerpSandwich - It's only as disappointing as you let it be. Not every Nintendo Direct will reveal major titles and projects.
Re: Nintendo Download: 17th January 2013 (North America)
I already knew that Fire Emblem would be excellent, but the demo simply cemented that. I can't wait for Feb. 4th.
Re: Nintendo of America Outlines Upcoming Q1 eShop Releases
Well shoot. I was hoping for the new Shantae (or the original one) to be released soon.
Re: 3DS Maintains Dominance of the Japanese Charts
Looks like the Wii U is doing just fine. My guess for the reason that sales aren't higher is the bad economy. It works two-fold. One, people have less extra money to spend. Two, due to less money, people are choosing older, cheaper consoles with established libraries. Having the latest thing just isn't as important anymore. I'm sure this will change, given time and additional games.
Re: Pandora's Tower Finally Heading To North America
Eh, I think I'll pass. I'm sure it's great and all, but Xenoblade was good enough for me.
Re: "All The Bravest" Square Enix Trademark Was for iOS Game, Not Bravely Default Localisation
Re: The Sundance Festival and Red Carpet Are Calling For Mario
Perhaps this will help raise awareness of the Wii U.
Re: Disney Infinity Developer Would Like to Include Star Wars And Marvel
If this happens, I may break down and invest.
Re: Disney Infinity Heading to Wii U, Wii and 3DS This Summer
You want to know what's ironic? I recently saw an advert saying that "Skylanders is a proud sponsor of Disney Channel". It seems that Skylanders is funding its own doom.
Re: Analyst Firm Concerned That Wii U Will "Lack Broad Appeal"
I wonder how the folks who are complaining that the Wii U is too expensive will react when the next Sony and Microsoft consoles are launched. I can't imagine that either of those will be cheaper than Wii U. I bet part of the reason why the Wii U isn't off to better start is the fact that it's launching in a significantly different economical playing field than the Wii, Xbox 360, and Playstation 3. I believe that Wii U will find its stride, but it may just take a bit longer than previous generations.
Re: Feature: Pokémon X & Y - What We Know So Far
Uh, isn't Fennekin really more of a fox than a deer?
Re: Ubisoft: Wii U Power Meant No Limitations For Rayman Legends
This is looking so great. I can't wait for Feb. 26.
Re: Didn't Pick Up The Pink 3DS XL? Hard Luck
Maybe after this model is out of the way, Nintendo will release a new, better colored limited edition XL. Maybe then I'll get an XL.
Re: New Sonic Fan Film Receives Mixed Reception, But At Least Yuji Naka Likes It
I really liked it. I thought the story behind it was well done. It's too bad that a considerable portion of the Sonic fanbase is so... unappeasable. They're why the rest of the fanbase can't have nice things.
Anyways, this make me want to see a full-fledged Sonic movie.
Re: Fire Emblem: Awakening Demo On Its Way to North America
This game sounds better and better every time I hear about it. I can't wait to give that demo a try.
Re: Nintendo Download: 10th January 2013 (North America)
Nothing for me here. I still have other games to work on, though, so I'm good.
Re: South Korea Is Getting Animal Crossing: New Leaf Before North America And Europe
@3Dash - I wouldn't trust a direct machine translation. Just read the last paragraph of the article after it's been run through the translator a time or two.
"Rub the only ds game in Korea without knowing if no 7 3 2 is sodium chloride. Make an animal in a limited Special Edition: new 3 ds XL/LL bundles leaves release."
Re: Pokémon X & Y Legendary Details Revealed
Yveltal? Awesome! Do want!
Re: Talking Point: Pokémon X & Y Provide a Timely Boost for 3DS in the West
@Chrysalis - Yeah, I guess I meant that it will attract both new and old players alike. I could have worded what I meant better. But yes, I am super hyped for this game.
Re: Virtual Console Games Will Eventually Be Playable On Wii U GamePad Alone
Can't wait to see what Nintendo does with this.
As for Ocarina of Time, I can already can play that handheld... in 3D!
Re: The Big Wii U Survey
I completed the survey. It reminds a bit of Club Nintendo surveys.