Holy crap, was not expecting this. Though, when I first saw the trailer for this, it did look like a full retail game. Well, I need to buy some more eshop credit anyways, 'cause FEA DLC is driving me broke. I think I will get this game, provided it has enough content to warrant its price. I enjoy music games and I have faith in gamefreak.
I don't think this particular idea of 3DS acting a controller will work out, but I'm still positive that in the future, there will be games that have other methods of 3DS/WiiU connectivity.
Personally, I think it's a great campaign, but the reaction of consumers proves otherwise. Any advertisement that can be potentially confusing or misleading is a bad one.
I like Boo_Buster's suggestion of removing the "I'm not a gamer part". That way no one perceives it negatively.
I seem to agree with this perspective. To be honest, I wasn't that impressed with WiiU from the get go. The hardware is just on par with current 7th gen consoles and I'm sure it'll fall behind when Sony and Microsoft release their new systems. I know Nintendo has been focusing on 'innovative' gameplay by incorporating the gamepad as major and unique part of the WiiU experience, but, while it is cool, it's kind of gimicky. It won't be enough to last the full 8 years of a standard console lifespan. I wouldn't be surprised if 4/5 years down the road Nintendo releases their next console.
No, I am not excited for this. I used to be a competitive battler, but retired when I entered high school (I was mainly in the gen IV era). Making EVs and IVs this easily attainable is not something I appreciate. The Power item IV breeding in HG/SS was a good thing, but I think BW2 is taking it over the top. Part of the reason Pokemon was great was because of the challenge of getting the perfect Pokemon, Training to lvl 100 is also absolute bull. They should've kept lvl 100 wifi battles intact.
I was really disappointed to discover that B/W 2 would only be on DS. I felt Generation 5 was a bit too much for the DS to handle. In the original BW, they introduced many things like the kind of "3D on 2D" if you know what I mean ( most pominantly in Castelia. Also, the constantly moving battle animations. It resulted in what I felt as an inferior gaming experience. Coming off of HG/SS which had one of the cleanest graphics styles, B/W really disappointed me. I was hoping they could use the 3DS' much improved power to smooth the edges in terms of graphics.
One last thing that really pisses me off. I don't know how many people have noticed, but when you play DS pokemon games on the 3DS, the picture is blurry. It has something to do with the screen resolution and the way the pokemon games' graphics work (it's like a pixelated art style, the DS Legend of Zelda games don't have this problem on 3DS). 3DS owners' only option is to either play the game in its natural resolution (which is like, a quarter of the 3DS' screen, or to play the game but "expanded" and therefore blurrier on the full 3DS screen. Sorry I don't know the proper terms and whatnot. I'm not a techie. BUT WHAT I DO KNOW IS THAT THE GAMING EXPERIENCE IS INFERIOR WHEN PLAYED ON A 3DS.
I never subscribed, but I loved reading them at Shoppers Drug Mart! As a kid, they were the only magazine that I connected with. I'm sad to see it go. I will definitely buy the last few issues.
It seems nintendo is kind of lagging a generation behind in terms of hardware capabilities, but personally, I'm fine with that. The WiiU is able to play 1080p HD video which is enough. For me, games are more about fun and innovative gameplay rather than graphics.
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Re: Rhythm Hunter: HarmoKnight's US Price Is Revealed
Holy crap, was not expecting this. Though, when I first saw the trailer for this, it did look like a full retail game. Well, I need to buy some more eshop credit anyways, 'cause FEA DLC is driving me broke. I think I will get this game, provided it has enough content to warrant its price. I enjoy music games and I have faith in gamefreak.
Re: Aonuma: Wii U Zelda Is All About "Rethinking Series Conventions"
Yes, this sounds great! I'm usually opposed to change, but in Nintendo I trust!
Re: Level 5: Fantasy Life Will Become A Series
Yes, but only if it comes to NA!
Re: Feature: The Biggest 3DS Games of 2013
FIRE EMBLEM ONE MONTH LET'S GO
Re: Rumour: 3DS Cartridge Could Allow Handheld to Function as Wii U Controller
I don't think this particular idea of 3DS acting a controller will work out, but I'm still positive that in the future, there will be games that have other methods of 3DS/WiiU connectivity.
Re: Nintendo Download: 3rd January 2013 (North America)
Please review Unchained Blades soon! I trust Nintendolife and I need a good opinion on this game.
Re: Feature: 10 Essential Games For Your New 3DS
where is zelda
Re: Review: Hydroventure: Spin Cycle (3DS eShop)
Yes! I've been waiting for this since september! I never got to play the Wii version but it looked so intriguing. Now that it's one 3DS I can't wait!
Re: Unchained Blades Coming To North American 3DS eShop In The New Year
Awesome, I get back from my winter vacation at like, 6 pm on January 2nd. I'll be excited to download this title!
Re: Nintendo Download: 6th December 2012 (North America)
Ugh,now they make Harvest moon available for digital download...
Re: Fire Emblem: Awakening Hitting North America 4th February 2013
WHOOO! Can't wait!!
Re: XSEED Struggling To Get Unchained Blades Onto The 3DS eShop
Sounds like a good game. I'd pick it up if it came to NA. I want a good RPG to play!
Re: Nintendo Download: 22nd November 2012 (North America)
Such a great week for downloads!!
Although I hate the interpretation of Mah Jong games. It isn't just a simple matching game!
Re: Analysts Believe Wii U Will Be Put To The Test Come Summertime
All depends on the GAMES! I won't be picking up my WiiU until I see some good, quality games come out.
Re: Take A Look At The Gatorade-Infused Exclusive Features Of Wii U NBA 2K13
Sounds great. I won't be getting a WiiU on release, but when i do pick one up, I'll be getting NBA 2K13 for sure.
Re: XSEED Hints at Rune Factory 4 Localisation
I'd like to get into this series. if it comes to NA I'll get it for sure.
Re: Review: Style Savvy: Trendsetters (3DS)
I love sim games, and I kind of want this. I'm a bit embarrassed to buy it though!
Re: Talking Point: The Message in "I'm Not a Gamer" Commercials
Personally, I think it's a great campaign, but the reaction of consumers proves otherwise. Any advertisement that can be potentially confusing or misleading is a bad one.
I like Boo_Buster's suggestion of removing the "I'm not a gamer part". That way no one perceives it negatively.
Re: Review: NightSky (3DS eShop)
Great! I've been eyeing this game on the coming soon page for a while. I hope the game can live up to this great review.
Re: MCV: Wii U Is A Stopgap System, Real Successor Is Still To Come
I seem to agree with this perspective. To be honest, I wasn't that impressed with WiiU from the get go. The hardware is just on par with current 7th gen consoles and I'm sure it'll fall behind when Sony and Microsoft release their new systems. I know Nintendo has been focusing on 'innovative' gameplay by incorporating the gamepad as major and unique part of the WiiU experience, but, while it is cool, it's kind of gimicky. It won't be enough to last the full 8 years of a standard console lifespan. I wouldn't be surprised if 4/5 years down the road Nintendo releases their next console.
Re: File Sizes Revealed For 3DS eShop Retail Downloads
nbd, I have an 8 gig SD card. Not that I would ever buy digital...
The should be able to lower the price by skipping the middle man and selling direct to customers.
Re: Pokémon Black and White 2 Designed for Dedicated Trainers
No, I am not excited for this. I used to be a competitive battler, but retired when I entered high school (I was mainly in the gen IV era). Making EVs and IVs this easily attainable is not something I appreciate. The Power item IV breeding in HG/SS was a good thing, but I think BW2 is taking it over the top. Part of the reason Pokemon was great was because of the challenge of getting the perfect Pokemon,
Training to lvl 100 is also absolute bull. They should've kept lvl 100 wifi battles intact.
Re: Ever Wonder Why Pokémon Black And White 2 Isn't On The 3DS?
I was really disappointed to discover that B/W 2 would only be on DS. I felt Generation 5 was a bit too much for the DS to handle. In the original BW, they introduced many things like the kind of "3D on 2D" if you know what I mean ( most pominantly in Castelia. Also, the constantly moving battle animations. It resulted in what I felt as an inferior gaming experience. Coming off of HG/SS which had one of the cleanest graphics styles, B/W really disappointed me. I was hoping they could use the 3DS' much improved power to smooth the edges in terms of graphics.
One last thing that really pisses me off. I don't know how many people have noticed, but when you play DS pokemon games on the 3DS, the picture is blurry. It has something to do with the screen resolution and the way the pokemon games' graphics work (it's like a pixelated art style, the DS Legend of Zelda games don't have this problem on 3DS). 3DS owners' only option is to either play the game in its natural resolution (which is like, a quarter of the 3DS' screen, or to play the game but "expanded" and therefore blurrier on the full 3DS screen. Sorry I don't know the proper terms and whatnot. I'm not a techie. BUT WHAT I DO KNOW IS THAT THE GAMING EXPERIENCE IS INFERIOR WHEN PLAYED ON A 3DS.
Re: New Super Mario Bros. 2 Worldwide Coin Total Surpasses 36 Billion
I wish they could show coins collected by region, such as Asia vs Europe vs Americas. That could inspire some friendly competition!
Re: Nintendo Power Magazine Will End With December Issue
I never subscribed, but I loved reading them at Shoppers Drug Mart! As a kid, they were the only magazine that I connected with. I'm sad to see it go. I will definitely buy the last few issues.
Re: Sumo Digital Declares Wii U Capabilities to be "On Par" or Better Than PS3
It seems nintendo is kind of lagging a generation behind in terms of hardware capabilities, but personally, I'm fine with that. The WiiU is able to play 1080p HD video which is enough. For me, games are more about fun and innovative gameplay rather than graphics.