I probably would never have picked this game up in it's original form but I love the way it looks in 2D. This is now a day-one purchase for me(assuming that I own a 3DS by that time of course).
Nice review Zach. This game sounds pretty interesting. I might pick it up but I think that I will pass on the DLC. This game could really benefit from a demo.
@Kid_Crono: You mention that these games are free but when you think about it they really aren't. The early adopters already paid for them. Nintendo lowering the price of the 3DS is an admission by them that they made a mistake by overpricing the console to begin with. This gesture of "free" games is their way of apologizing to their fans by compensating them for dropping the price significantly only a few months after the system launched. This is a gesture of goodwill to avoid a backlash of angry complaints and trying to keep their customers happy. I personally think that this is a good deal but I can understand why some people are still not completely satisfied with it. People have the right to voice their opinions, it is their money after all.
@Kirk: The thing is that Nintendo wasn't satisfying it's fans and that is why this happened. They got cocky and made some really bad decisions so now they are paying for it. I think that they needed this wake-up call. At least now they are taking steps to make things right. I just hope that they will learn from their mistakes and turn the company around.
I'm kinda tempted to go out and buy a 3DS right now so I can get those free games but considering that I own most of those games already I would rather stick with the $80 discount. Plus, I'm pretty sure that those GBA games are going to be made available to the public eventually. I don't mind waiting.
No surprises here but that is what you get when you overprice your console. At least now Nintendo is learning from it's mistakes and selling it at the correct price.
@Aviator: Yeah, sorry about that. I actually missed that part of the article about the free games. I'm glad that Nintendo is doing something really cool to compensate the early adopters. Personally, I am more happy with the $80 savings but that is just me.
@43: Actually, the loose hinges are not normal. The first 3DS system that I owned did not have a loose hinge. I had to send it in to Nintendo for repairs due to another problem. Nintendo shipped me another 3DS system but the hinge on that one was extremely loose. That was the last straw for me and thus I returned my 3DS to the store. I'm interested in picking up another system one day, I just hope that Nintendo will sort out these defects.
I really like the Mega Man and Kid Icarus cases. I especially like how the Kid Icarus case has 8-bit images of Pit and The Eggplant Wizard when you open it. So cool!
I totally agree with Slapshot, Marvel Pinball and the Zen Pinball games are awesome! I actually own this game on both my Xbox 360 and PS3. The tables are incredibly well designed and lots of fun. Normally, I am not much of a pinball fan but this game won me over. I don't think that I will be buying this game again when it finally hits the Wii U and 3DS but I am glad that Nintendo fans will finally get the chance to experience this great game.
I almost totally dismissed this game but then I saw Yuji Naka, Prope and XSEED involved. After watching the trailer I think that it looks rather interesting. I would love to give this game a try.
WiiWare had a few really good games but ultimately the service was a huge letdown. There were just more things wrong with it than right. Nintendo really should take a page out of Microsoft and Sony's book to create a better online service for the Wii U.
Ahem: The Capcom Cycle Capcom does something stupid to upset their customers. Customers revolt and complain. Capcom apologizes profusely. Time passes. Capcom does something stupid to upset their customers.
So, the FULL game is really 1500 points. I hate when content that is supposed to be included in a game is withheld just so a company can rip-off their customers. Just release the whole game at 1500 points and be done with it instead of trying to fool people into thinking that this DLC is extra content.
This probably has more to do with the 3DS not selling as well as expected. Capcom may be hesitant to support the 3DS at this time until the system becomes more successful. I wouldn't be too surprised if there are more game cancelations from other 3rd party developers in the near future. Whether you were looking forward to this game or not, this is a major blow to the 3DS. I just hope that this is not a sign of ominous things to come.
So, if they released this game earlier and it doesn't sell then they will blame it on not enough people owning a 3DS but if they release it later and nobody buys it they will blame it on the fact that there are too many high profile games to compete against thus leaving it overlooked. Damned if you do and damned if you don't.
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Re: Interviews: Renegade Kid - Mutant Mudds
I probably would never have picked this game up in it's original form but I love the way it looks in 2D. This is now a day-one purchase for me(assuming that I own a 3DS by that time of course).
Re: Metroid Celebrates its 25th Anniversary Today
Adam did not authorize this 25th anniversary celebration but screw him.
Happy 25th Anniversary Samus!
Re: Europe, Your Spirit Will Avenge on 3DS VC Soon
I never heard of this game before but I just watched a video of it on YouTube and it looks like fun. I'll probably pick it up when I get my 3DS.
Re: Review: Burn the Rope (WiiWare)
I could see myself trying this out at 500 points, maybe. At 1000 points, never.
Re: Review: Bobby Carrot Forever (WiiWare)
Nice review Zach. This game sounds pretty interesting. I might pick it up but I think that I will pass on the DLC. This game could really benefit from a demo.
Re: Nintendo Download: 14th July 2011 (Europe)
I'd love to play Mario Picross.
Re: Capcom Talks Street Fighter X Tekken, SSFIV3D:AE on 3DS
"Would you lay down money for more Street Fighting action?"
Hell no!!!
Re: Talking Point: The NES Games You Want on 3DS Virtual Console
@Kid_Crono: You mention that these games are free but when you think about it they really aren't. The early adopters already paid for them. Nintendo lowering the price of the 3DS is an admission by them that they made a mistake by overpricing the console to begin with. This gesture of "free" games is their way of apologizing to their fans by compensating them for dropping the price significantly only a few months after the system launched. This is a gesture of goodwill to avoid a backlash of angry complaints and trying to keep their customers happy. I personally think that this is a good deal but I can understand why some people are still not completely satisfied with it. People have the right to voice their opinions, it is their money after all.
Re: Talking Point: The NES Games You Want on 3DS Virtual Console
The Guardian Legend
Re: Here's Nintendo's Most Up to Date Release Schedule
@Hardy83: If you think that is bad then wait until you see next year's line up.
Re: Iwata Shoulders Blame for Low 3DS Sales, Cuts Salary in Half
@Kirk: The thing is that Nintendo wasn't satisfying it's fans and that is why this happened. They got cocky and made some really bad decisions so now they are paying for it. I think that they needed this wake-up call. At least now they are taking steps to make things right. I just hope that they will learn from their mistakes and turn the company around.
Re: FAQ: Nintendo Ambassador Program and Free eShop Games
I'm kinda tempted to go out and buy a 3DS right now so I can get those free games but considering that I own most of those games already I would rather stick with the $80 discount. Plus, I'm pretty sure that those GBA games are going to be made available to the public eventually. I don't mind waiting.
Re: From April to June, Nintendo Only Sold 700,000 3DS Consoles
No surprises here but that is what you get when you overprice your console. At least now Nintendo is learning from it's mistakes and selling it at the correct price.
Re: 3DS Drops to $169.99 from 12th August
@Aviator: Yeah, sorry about that. I actually missed that part of the article about the free games. I'm glad that Nintendo is doing something really cool to compensate the early adopters. Personally, I am more happy with the $80 savings but that is just me.
Re: NES and Game Boy Advance Games Coming to 3DS Virtual Console
I guess this is a pretty nice gesture on Nintendo's part for the early adopters but personally I am more happy with saving $80.
Re: 3DS Drops to $169.99 from 12th August
Ouch, early adopters just got kicked in the balls!
Re: 3DS Gets Big Price Drop in Japan Next Month
Yes!!! This is great news!!! Now I can purchase a 3DS at the price that it should have been to begin with.
Re: There's Nothing Suggestive About This Video At All
Those boobs look Marvelous! Um, I mean this game.
Re: Review: Pac-Man & Galaga Dimensions (3DS)
It doesn't sound like I will be missing much by not purchasing this. Thanks for the review Jon.
Re: Uh Oh, Now Namco Goes for Single 3DS Save File
No leaderboards and no ability to delete your save file? Sorry Namco, no sale.
EDIT: Now that I see the Metacritic scores for this game I guess that I wouldn't have bought it anyway.
Re: Amazon Suspends 3DS Sales
@43: Actually, the loose hinges are not normal. The first 3DS system that I owned did not have a loose hinge. I had to send it in to Nintendo for repairs due to another problem. Nintendo shipped me another 3DS system but the hinge on that one was extremely loose. That was the last straw for me and thus I returned my 3DS to the store. I'm interested in picking up another system one day, I just hope that Nintendo will sort out these defects.
Re: These Handmade 3DS Cases are Awesome
I really like the Mega Man and Kid Icarus cases. I especially like how the Kid Icarus case has 8-bit images of Pit and The Eggplant Wizard when you open it. So cool!
Re: Amazon Suspends 3DS Sales
I hope that the red one doesn't have any problems if and when it comes to the US because that is the one I am waiting for.
Re: If Fans Speak Up, Majora's Mask 3DS Might Happen
Yeah sure it will happen, until they cancel it and blame the fans for not supporting it enough. Oh wait, wrong company!
Okay, now I can be serious; I support Majora's Mask on the 3DS 100%!
Re: Nudge Nudge, Marvel Pinball Rolls Towards Wii U and 3DS
I totally agree with Slapshot, Marvel Pinball and the Zen Pinball games are awesome! I actually own this game on both my Xbox 360 and PS3. The tables are incredibly well designed and lots of fun. Normally, I am not much of a pinball fan but this game won me over. I don't think that I will be buying this game again when it finally hits the Wii U and 3DS but I am glad that Nintendo fans will finally get the chance to experience this great game.
Re: Fishing Resort Tugging on a North American Line
I almost totally dismissed this game but then I saw Yuji Naka, Prope and XSEED involved. After watching the trailer I think that it looks rather interesting. I would love to give this game a try.
Re: Gremlins Gizmo Trailer Spotted at Comic-Con
I have very fond memories of Gremlins 2 on the NES but that probably has more to do with the fact that it was a Sunsoft game.
Re: Feature: The State of WiiWare
WiiWare had a few really good games but ultimately the service was a huge letdown. There were just more things wrong with it than right. Nintendo really should take a page out of Microsoft and Sony's book to create a better online service for the Wii U.
Re: 3DS Double Sales in Japan After Star Fox and Flare Red Launch
I just saw an unboxing for the Flare Red 3DS on YouTube and it looks gorgeous!
Re: You'll Get Your First 3DSWare Game Next Week
This doesn't look like the best way to kick off 3DSWare.
Re: Jupiter Creating Picross E for Nintendo 3DS eShop
I can't even imagine how awesome Picross in 3D will be.
Re: First Impressions: Rayman Origins (Wii)
I'll be picking this one up on either my PS3 or Xbox 360.
Re: Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2 Trailer Approaches
Well, it's Dragon Quest so I am compelled to buy it.
Re: Fox Flies Into a New Trailer for Star Fox 64 3D
This game is looking better than I expected. I might just cave in and purchase a 3DS just to play it.
Re: First Impressions: Kirby: Mass Attack
Great first impressions Marcel. This game looks and sounds wonderful. I am really looking forward to it.
Re: Solatorobo Dev Would Like to Work on Mega Man Legends 3
I'm not going to get my hopes up but it would be fantastic news if they could pull this off.
Re: Capcom Apologises for Poorly Worded Tweet
Ahem:
The Capcom Cycle
Capcom does something stupid to upset their customers.
Customers revolt and complain.
Capcom apologizes profusely.
Time passes.
Capcom does something stupid to upset their customers.
Re: Nintendo Download: 21st July 2011 (North America)
I hope that Bobby Carrot Forever turns out to be good. I'm interested in picking it up but I'm going to play it safe and just wait for the review.
Re: La-Mulana DLC Announced
So, the FULL game is really 1500 points. I hate when content that is supposed to be included in a game is withheld just so a company can rip-off their customers. Just release the whole game at 1500 points and be done with it instead of trying to fool people into thinking that this DLC is extra content.
Re: Nintendo Refuses to Confirm GameCube Downloads on Wii U
So, nothing confirmed confirmed.
Re: Heavy Fire Will Blow Up your 3DS
Am I the only one who misread the headline of this article as "Heavy Fire Will Blow on your 3DS"?
Re: Capcom Blames the Fans for Mega Man Legends 3 Cancellation
Any chance that Dr. Wily was the person who tweeted that message?
Re: Capcom Blames the Fans for Mega Man Legends 3 Cancellation
You really suck Capcom.
Re: Mega Man Legends 3 Cancelled
This probably has more to do with the 3DS not selling as well as expected. Capcom may be hesitant to support the 3DS at this time until the system becomes more successful. I wouldn't be too surprised if there are more game cancelations from other 3rd party developers in the near future. Whether you were looking forward to this game or not, this is a major blow to the 3DS. I just hope that this is not a sign of ominous things to come.
Re: Mega Man Legends 3 Cancelled
RIP Mega Man Legends 3, we hardly knew ye.
Re: Crush 3D "Delayed Due to Success of 3DS"
So, if they released this game earlier and it doesn't sell then they will blame it on not enough people owning a 3DS but if they release it later and nobody buys it they will blame it on the fact that there are too many high profile games to compete against thus leaving it overlooked. Damned if you do and damned if you don't.
Re: Nintendo Returns to Comic-Con with Multiple Playable Games
Just Dance 3, nuff said!
Re: Guillemot: "Assassin's Creed Wii U Won't Be Revelations"
Awesome, Assassin's Creed Kart Racing confirmed.
Re: Sorry, Looks Like Netflix Isn't Getting 3D Movies
Just one more reason for me not to get a 3DS right now.
Re: Uncharted Studio: "Wii U is Full of Holes, Nothing Sony Can't Do"
@MechaPhoenix wins for best post!