So.....our VC games are....where? We have a ton of catching up to do in the VC and Europe has a lot of catching uo to do in 3DSWare. Swith us off for a bit Nintendo!
Well this week is good in my book. We got a VC game on Wii (although I'm personally not interested) plus a decent little (and not to mention, cheap) 3DS download, and a seemingly good RTS game for DSiWare. Not really a bad game in the bunch! Be upset that there may not be anything for you personally but at least recognize that this week isn't half bad. And next week won't be bad either. I can't wait to download Kirby's Block Ball! I have a theory. It seems that lately US has gotten non-stop 3DSWare and Europe non-stop 3DS VC. perhaps next week is the switching point where both regions will catch up in each area. Here's hoping for Wario Land the week after Kirby!
That trailer actually looked...dare I say...good! Seeing that this game was 1) only 2 bucks and 2) developed by Teyon, my hopes were not set too high at all. Now I think I'll be buying this tomorrow! And even if it actually does turn out to be awful, its only 2 bucks. Not that big of a deal!
Looks like a great eShop addition. The graphics do look a bit rough but since its eShop and not retail, I think they can get away with it. As long as the game plays well I don't really give a crap about the graphics. Will almost certainly pick up on day 1!
WHY DO YOU DO THIS TO ME NINTENDO!!!! About a year ago I totally gave up on Pikmin 2 reaching North American Wiis and just played the Gamecube version. If I had known we would eventually get this I would have definitely saved it for this version!!! Sigh....oh well. The game WAS a masterpiece so playing through it again wouldn't be the worst thing in the world I guess.
I'm more excited for this than someone probably should be for folders. I love keeping my menu neat and tidy and organized and these lovely things will help greatly with that! Not to mention, this gives the 3DS menu a near-limitless number of slots. Now we just need DSiWare playable straight off the SD card and all will be right with the world!
I'm excited for this! I won't be indifferent to a Mario release until the games start getting bad (which simply has not happened yet). Prediction time! Anyone think Wario might be in the game at all. The gold in some of those pics as well as the purple pipes just gives me that vibe. Also great to see Tanooki ears/tail return (instead of the full suit? Along with the P-Meter. I can't wait to get my hands on it!
YAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!! This makes me so happy. Year in and Year out since like....2008 or 2009 I've been thinking "Ok, THIS year we'll see Pikmin!" Each succeeding year my hopes would grow higher thinking "Nintendo can't POSSIBLY hold it back AGAIN!" Nintendo has played with my emotions over this game for years now and this June, my eyes will finally behold the greatness that is PIKMIN 3!!!!!! I'm so excited. This may be my most anticipated game of all time!!!
This is a fantastic application and absolutely worth every penny! I really hope to see an update at some point in the future that adds a couple needed features (Like a search bar in the gallery) and it would be totally prefect!
While I admit that this week is pretty light on content, I still say its not a bad update. One of the 2 games here is a good buy and yet another solid 3DS download. If each week contains just one good game and its the only one for the week, I'm happy. And even IF this week was just total crap, we just got one of the best painting applications ever developed last week. That's enough to keep me busy for a LONG time!
300 seems good. I was thinking 399 for the launch price but 300 is better! Honestly though, it doesn't matter for me. I'll be lined up for this one regardless of price.
What an absolute shame. I'm glad I already have it but I feel bad for those who don't. It would have been nice if they had given some warning like a month in advance so anyone putting it off could at least have it.
@RR529: Exactly. Thanks much for clarifying that for me. When the pool game mentioned above comes out, then we will have a far better comparison. As of right now though, for my money, 90's Pool is just fine.
Awe man...I wish I lived in that area. This game looks extremely interesting and might be one of the best applications of AR technology yet. I can't wait to pick it up in 2 weeks!
@ChocoGoldfish: How can you even begin to make that comparison? This game while technically available on 3DS is actually a regular DS title...and its 2 dollars. I would be stunned if it was comparable to Vita's Hustle Kings. The aim of this title is obviously a deliberately simple, no-frills pool game for quick 5-10 minute sessions and in that respect, I feel it succeeds.
This review about sums up the game but I would have given it a 7. Yes its very simple and plain but I like that and that is exactly what I was hoping to get when I downloaded it. Those trick missions are either harder than this review makes them out to be or I'm just stupid because I've gotten stuck a lot. Playing against the computer is also fun enough in short bursts. I'm happy with my purchase and urge anyone who enjoys simple 2D pool with very competent physics to give it a look.
I just downloaded that pool game for the hell of it. From the video it looked ok and I trust the developers so I thought it was a pretty safe buy. Actually not bad at all! It may not have fancy bells and whistles but it doesn't need it and I don't want it. This is pool boiled down to its essence with respectable physics, a two-player option (same system) and 20 trick missions to accomplish. Good buy in my book for just two bucks. Turns out this week wasn't SO bad!
So glad that Uprising is selling well. If it sells well throughout the rest of the world this could be the beginning of a new main Nintendo franchise! I've been thoroughly enjoying Icarus these past few days and would absolutely love a sequel on Wii U!
Excellent! Since both versions will almost surely be totally different games, I think I'll grab both the Wii game and 3DS game! I hope they connect or tie in with each other somehow. I like when supplement handheld games do that!
The charge is fine by me. Its probably to thin out the number of entries they get and also help pay off the winners. Although if you're reading this, you shouldn't even bother blowing your cash because it will be I who wins the top prize!
This is an extremely intriguing and interesting concept. Good or bad, I really tip my hat to this guy for coming up with something truly creative and original. We need more stuff like this in today's game industry!
Amazing news! I have been feverishly awaiting the release of this one and will surely pick it up in two weeks! I think the between painting in 3D and the expansive online sharing features, this should be an excellent download!
Sweet! I really enjoyed the first Epic Mickey so this one is a sure buy on day 1! Great to hear they are working really hard on the camera this time around. I really hope there tuns out to be a 3DS version of this as well.
Hmmm...wasn't really considering this but now I think I might buy it! I have a bunch of gift cards for various places burning a hole in my pocket anyway
Awwwwee... I was really looking forward to picking this up this month. I really hope the delay is to make the game better somehow and not for some stupid reason. The game's graphics were already gorgeous. I can't imagine how beautiful they'll be in 3D!
Ya know, I had originally ordered 2 copies of Revelations in order to get 2 games with the typo as well as 2 of the pre-order bonus case from GameStop. My plan was to dell one game and one case to try and recoup all of the money but after reading this....I think I'm gonna keep my sealed "Revelaitons" copy. Less than 100,000 isn't a lot and I can see this easily becoming a rare piece in the future which is important to me since I collect video game memorabilia. Still selling one of the cases though, nothing special about them!
But this makes no sense.....I thought Vita was gonna blow the 3DS out of the water just as easily as its predecessor took care of the original DS. Oh wait...Seriously though, I find it hilarious that history seems to be repeating itself almost exactly as it went down 7 years ago. When will you silly people learn
Damn...I was really hoping they took out that stupid out of bounds thing....Some holes in the WiiWare game required you to shoot the ball directly into the hole. Very stupid rule IMO...was gonna get this but now it will take some pretty shining reviews and a good price to bring me around...
This looks really really interesting for sure. I'm just a bit worried....do you need some extensive math knowledge for this. Its been many years since I've been in a math class and have forgotten nearly everything advanced. For example, I can't remember at all what sin, cos, and tan even are....So is there a certain level of knowledge required here?
Well this week sucks hard for sure but i'm ok with it. We've had quite a few great weeks lately so one stinker in the bunch doesn't really bother me. Now if we have another suckish week next Thursday....then we might have a problem!
Good! 3DS is finally on top where it belongs! Looks like history has repeated itself with the whole DSvsPSP/3DSvsVita thing. Everyone counted 3DS out just as they did with DS and here we are again in the same situation except 3DS is actually selling BETTER than DS did at this stage. Silly people, when will you learn
Nice! I enjoyed the first one although it was a tad on the short side. Really looking forward to this and Wario Land! Hopefully Wario Land may land in the US tomorrow? A man can dream!
I pre-ordered 2 copies from Gamestop like 3 months ago so I'll surely get the rare error version for both! The beauty of it is that I'll probably own my copy of the game plus that pre-order bonus case for free since I'm sure I'll be able to sell the second copy and second case for near or equal to the cost of both games. I remember the Mercenaries case sold for quite a bit of cash when that game came out. I hope I gambled this one out right
I really like the look of the game card case. I'm definitely getting that! I've been in the market for one for a while but they're all so damn ugly! I finally found the one that suits me perfectly! And it doesn't hurt that its an official Nintendo product. I buy the official stuff instead of 3rd party crap whenever I can.
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Re: Nintendo Download: 10th May 2012 (North America)
Nothing for me. I was expecting Kirby's Block Ball...Well at least I now know for sure that its out next week.
Re: Kirby's Dream Land 2 Reaches Europe Next Week
So.....our VC games are....where? We have a ton of catching up to do in the VC and Europe has a lot of catching uo to do in 3DSWare. Swith us off for a bit Nintendo!
Re: Nintendo Download: 3rd May 2012 (North America)
Well this week is good in my book. We got a VC game on Wii (although I'm personally not interested) plus a decent little (and not to mention, cheap) 3DS download, and a seemingly good RTS game for DSiWare. Not really a bad game in the bunch! Be upset that there may not be anything for you personally but at least recognize that this week isn't half bad. And next week won't be bad either. I can't wait to download Kirby's Block Ball! I have a theory. It seems that lately US has gotten non-stop 3DSWare and Europe non-stop 3DS VC. perhaps next week is the switching point where both regions will catch up in each area. Here's hoping for Wario Land the week after Kirby!
Re: Bird Mania 3D Confirmed for May Flight in PAL Regions
That trailer actually looked...dare I say...good! Seeing that this game was 1) only 2 bucks and 2) developed by Teyon, my hopes were not set too high at all. Now I think I'll be buying this tomorrow! And even if it actually does turn out to be awful, its only 2 bucks. Not that big of a deal!
Re: First Impressions: ATV Wild Ride 3D
Looks like a great eShop addition. The graphics do look a bit rough but since its eShop and not retail, I think they can get away with it. As long as the game plays well I don't really give a crap about the graphics. Will almost certainly pick up on day 1!
Re: Rayman Legends is Coming to Wii U, Supports NFC
Figures to collect? I will collect them all!!!!!
Re: Guide: Nintendo 3DS System Update v. 4.0.0-7
One other change: When you flick the menu quickly to either side, it makes a sort of high-pitch chime that blends in with the background music.
Re: Pikmin 2 Finally Reaches North American Wiis Soon
WHY DO YOU DO THIS TO ME NINTENDO!!!! About a year ago I totally gave up on Pikmin 2 reaching North American Wiis and just played the Gamecube version. If I had known we would eventually get this I would have definitely saved it for this version!!! Sigh....oh well. The game WAS a masterpiece so playing through it again wouldn't be the worst thing in the world I guess.
Re: Organise Your Home Menu With New 3DS Update
I'm more excited for this than someone probably should be for folders. I love keeping my menu neat and tidy and organized and these lovely things will help greatly with that! Not to mention, this gives the 3DS menu a near-limitless number of slots. Now we just need DSiWare playable straight off the SD card and all will be right with the world!
Re: Nintendo Reveals New Super Mario Bros. 2 for 3DS
I'm excited for this! I won't be indifferent to a Mario release until the games start getting bad (which simply has not happened yet). Prediction time! Anyone think Wario might be in the game at all. The gold in some of those pics as well as the purple pipes just gives me that vibe. Also great to see Tanooki ears/tail return (instead of the full suit? Along with the P-Meter. I can't wait to get my hands on it!
Re: Play NES With a Coffee Table Controller
Why so much If it was like....$1000 I MIGHT have been able to swing it but $3500? I just can't make that happen.
Re: We'll Finally See Pikmin 3 at This Year's E3
YAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!! This makes me so happy. Year in and Year out since like....2008 or 2009 I've been thinking "Ok, THIS year we'll see Pikmin!" Each succeeding year my hopes would grow higher thinking "Nintendo can't POSSIBLY hold it back AGAIN!" Nintendo has played with my emotions over this game for years now and this June, my eyes will finally behold the greatness that is PIKMIN 3!!!!!! I'm so excited. This may be my most anticipated game of all time!!!
Re: Review: Colors! 3D (eShop)
This is a fantastic application and absolutely worth every penny! I really hope to see an update at some point in the future that adds a couple needed features (Like a search bar in the gallery) and it would be totally prefect!
Re: Nintendo Download: 12th April 2012 (North America)
While I admit that this week is pretty light on content, I still say its not a bad update. One of the 2 games here is a good buy and yet another solid 3DS download. If each week contains just one good game and its the only one for the week, I'm happy. And even IF this week was just total crap, we just got one of the best painting applications ever developed last week. That's enough to keep me busy for a LONG time!
Re: Rumour: Wii U Components Cost $180, Will Retail at $300
300 seems good. I was thinking 399 for the launch price but 300 is better! Honestly though, it doesn't matter for me. I'll be lined up for this one regardless of price.
Re: Nintendo Download: 5th April 2012 (North America)
YAY!!!! COLORS 3D!!! I've been waiting a very long time for this baby to come out. Definitely buying! And at just 7 bucks, WHAT A STEAL!!!
Re: Tetris Party Live Disappears from eShop
What an absolute shame. I'm glad I already have it but I feel bad for those who don't. It would have been nice if they had given some warning like a month in advance so anyone putting it off could at least have it.
Re: Review: 90's Pool (DSiWare)
@RR529: Exactly. Thanks much for clarifying that for me. When the pool game mentioned above comes out, then we will have a far better comparison. As of right now though, for my money, 90's Pool is just fine.
Re: Spirit Camera Event Set to Haunt San Francisco
Awe man...I wish I lived in that area. This game looks extremely interesting and might be one of the best applications of AR technology yet. I can't wait to pick it up in 2 weeks!
Re: Review: 90's Pool (DSiWare)
@ChocoGoldfish: How can you even begin to make that comparison? This game while technically available on 3DS is actually a regular DS title...and its 2 dollars. I would be stunned if it was comparable to Vita's Hustle Kings. The aim of this title is obviously a deliberately simple, no-frills pool game for quick 5-10 minute sessions and in that respect, I feel it succeeds.
Re: Review: 90's Pool (DSiWare)
This review about sums up the game but I would have given it a 7. Yes its very simple and plain but I like that and that is exactly what I was hoping to get when I downloaded it. Those trick missions are either harder than this review makes them out to be or I'm just stupid because I've gotten stuck a lot. Playing against the computer is also fun enough in short bursts. I'm happy with my purchase and urge anyone who enjoys simple 2D pool with very competent physics to give it a look.
Re: Nintendo Download: 29th March 2012 (North America)
I just downloaded that pool game for the hell of it. From the video it looked ok and I trust the developers so I thought it was a pretty safe buy. Actually not bad at all! It may not have fancy bells and whistles but it doesn't need it and I don't want it. This is pool boiled down to its essence with respectable physics, a two-player option (same system) and 20 trick missions to accomplish. Good buy in my book for just two bucks. Turns out this week wasn't SO bad!
Re: Kid Icarus Ignites 3DS Sales Spike in Japan
So glad that Uprising is selling well. If it sells well throughout the rest of the world this could be the beginning of a new main Nintendo franchise! I've been thoroughly enjoying Icarus these past few days and would absolutely love a sequel on Wii U!
EDIT: Also, Lol at Vita sales :3
Re: Nintendo Download: 29th March 2012 (North America)
This week is a bit meh but it matters not. Next week Colors 3D shall finally be mine!!!
Re: Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion Confirmed for 3DS
Excellent! Since both versions will almost surely be totally different games, I think I'll grab both the Wii game and 3DS game! I hope they connect or tie in with each other somehow. I like when supplement handheld games do that!
Re: pitchWinPLAY Competition Announced
The charge is fine by me. Its probably to thin out the number of entries they get and also help pay off the winners. Although if you're reading this, you shouldn't even bother blowing your cash because it will be I who wins the top prize!
Re: Could It Be Magic? First Ace Mathician Trailer Arrives
This is an extremely intriguing and interesting concept. Good or bad, I really tip my hat to this guy for coming up with something truly creative and original. We need more stuff like this in today's game industry!
Re: Colors! 3D Brightens North America on 5th April
Amazing news! I have been feverishly awaiting the release of this one and will surely pick it up in two weeks! I think the between painting in 3D and the expansive online sharing features, this should be an excellent download!
Re: Surprise! Disney Announces Epic Mickey 2 for Wii
Sweet! I really enjoyed the first Epic Mickey so this one is a sure buy on day 1! Great to hear they are working really hard on the camera this time around. I really hope there tuns out to be a 3DS version of this as well.
Re: Review: PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond (Wii)
Hmmm...wasn't really considering this but now I think I might buy it! I have a bunch of gift cards for various places burning a hole in my pocket anyway
Re: Rayman Origins 3DS Delay Goes Worldwide
Awwwwee... I was really looking forward to picking this up this month. I really hope the delay is to make the game better somehow and not for some stupid reason. The game's graphics were already gorgeous. I can't imagine how beautiful they'll be in 3D!
Re: Capcom Admits It Can't 'Sugarcoat' Its Revelaitons Typo
Ya know, I had originally ordered 2 copies of Revelations in order to get 2 games with the typo as well as 2 of the pre-order bonus case from GameStop. My plan was to dell one game and one case to try and recoup all of the money but after reading this....I think I'm gonna keep my sealed "Revelaitons" copy. Less than 100,000 isn't a lot and I can see this easily becoming a rare piece in the future which is important to me since I collect video game memorabilia. Still selling one of the cases though, nothing special about them!
Re: Pokémon Director Hypes up Sunday Announcement
I think its gonna be Pokemon Grey but I desperately hope, wish, want, and prey that its an announcement of Pokemon Snap 2 for 3DS or Wii U!
Re: Marvel Pinball 3D a Separate eShop Game, not DLC
Sweet! I love Zen Pinball so I will absolutely be buying this along with any DLC they can throw at us!
Re: Nintendo Lets Rip with Kid Icarus: Uprising Multiplayer Info
This looks really REALLY intense. I'm afraid I won't be able to compete in something so fast-paced
Re: Mario Tennis Open for North America on 20th May
Sweet! I'm definitely grabbing this one!
Re: Dillon's Rolling Western Spins to Europe Today
How odd...a new 3DS download on a Wednesday....very strange Nintendo.
Re: Reggie Also Presenting Nintendo Direct Tomorrow
C'mon baby! Let's get some big, juicy news! Come out swinging tomorrow Nintendo and take a major dump on the Vita launch!
Re: Rumour: Japanese Developers Moving from Vita to 3DS
But this makes no sense.....I thought Vita was gonna blow the 3DS out of the water just as easily as its predecessor took care of the original DS. Oh wait...Seriously though, I find it hilarious that history seems to be repeating itself almost exactly as it went down 7 years ago. When will you silly people learn
Re: First Impressions: Fun! Fun! Minigolf TOUCH! (3DS eShop)
Damn...I was really hoping they took out that stupid out of bounds thing....Some holes in the WiiWare game required you to shoot the ball directly into the hole. Very stupid rule IMO...was gonna get this but now it will take some pretty shining reviews and a good price to bring me around...
Re: A Big List of Pokémon Rumble Blast Toy Codes
@Koops: Unfortunately, shiny Pokemon do not exist in Rumble Blast. One of the biggest oversights of the game IMO...
Re: Ace Mathician is Goodbye Galaxy's Next DSiWare Game
This looks really really interesting for sure. I'm just a bit worried....do you need some extensive math knowledge for this. Its been many years since I've been in a math class and have forgotten nearly everything advanced. For example, I can't remember at all what sin, cos, and tan even are....So is there a certain level of knowledge required here?
Re: Review: Tekken 3D Prime Edition (3DS)
Is there any Tekken Bowl here? Me and my cousin used to play that for hours. If this one included it, then I would almost certainly buy at some point!
Re: Nintendo Download: 9th February 2012 (North America)
Well this week sucks hard for sure but i'm ok with it. We've had quite a few great weeks lately so one stinker in the bunch doesn't really bother me. Now if we have another suckish week next Thursday....then we might have a problem!
Re: Two Tribes Announce Toki Tori 2 Wii U Plans
That level creator idea sounds like a really creative, innovative use of the Wii U tablet! This is surely an instant buy when it comes out!
Re: Resident Evil Revelations Scares Its Way to Top of Japanese Charts
Good! 3DS is finally on top where it belongs! Looks like history has repeated itself with the whole DSvsPSP/3DSvsVita thing. Everyone counted 3DS out just as they did with DS and here we are again in the same situation except 3DS is actually selling BETTER than DS did at this stage. Silly people, when will you learn
Re: Kirby's Dream Land 2 On the Way to Japanese eShop
Nice! I enjoyed the first one although it was a tad on the short side. Really looking forward to this and Wario Land! Hopefully Wario Land may land in the US tomorrow? A man can dream!
Re: Review: GO Series: Undead Storm (DSiWare)
I doubt it but...does it have Download Play? If it has that I will open the eShop and buy it right now!
Re: Capcom Will Replace Evil Typo
I pre-ordered 2 copies from Gamestop like 3 months ago so I'll surely get the rare error version for both! The beauty of it is that I'll probably own my copy of the game plus that pre-order bonus case for free since I'm sure I'll be able to sell the second copy and second case for near or equal to the cost of both games. I remember the Mercenaries case sold for quite a bit of cash when that game came out. I hope I gambled this one out right
Re: Mario Party 2 Joins the Club Nintendo Rewards Gang
I really like the look of the game card case. I'm definitely getting that! I've been in the market for one for a while but they're all so damn ugly! I finally found the one that suits me perfectly! And it doesn't hurt that its an official Nintendo product. I buy the official stuff instead of 3rd party crap whenever I can.