They fixed my launch Wii U for free last year when the internal memory corrupted. The guy said my warranty had never been activated. It seemed odd to me, but I'm not complaining.
I think it just depends on who you talk to when you call, and how much they're willing to help.
I got mine in '94 for around $400 with Magician Lord. That was most of my summer job money at the time. Didn't get another game until around 2000 when I started looking around eBay.
My biggest complaint at the moment is that it looks too big for me to carry in my pocket like I do with my 3DS. I like most everything else I've seen. I wouldn't be surprised if later they release a Switch Go, or some such that is smaller without the detachable controllers.
I suspect that the NX will be a handheld and console that use the same cartridges. The cartridge will contain lower res textures and the game's program. When you put the cart in the console, it will download higher res textures to internal memory. This would allow them to use smaller carts to combat the higher price vs optical media.
I generally don't buy virtual console games if I already own them physically, but I had bought several of these during the $.30 deal and a few through Club Nintendo. I don't really want to rebuy them again, but I may make an exception for Super Metroid.
If they do DLC, I would expect it to be a level theme and the proper blocks/enemies in a pack. I'm hoping for an art style as well, but I don't see that happening.
So far, with the exception of Rosalina, I have been able to get all of the Amiibo I wanted without importing or secondhand purchases, but I may resort to importing these.
@Pablo17 What Hard Drive? The Wii U doesn't have a hard drive. Nintendo opted for a flash chip on the motherboard which is much smaller and has a higher price per GB. Doubling the memory at launch probably would have added $50 to the price. Going the flash route allowed them to a. have less moving parts and b. produce a smaller system. Though I am surprised they haven't released a 64 GB system by now, they probably think it isn't necessary since external storage is an option.
Funny thing, I got my 3DS card holder from Club Nintendo and one of their cover inserts features pictures of various cover plates. I thought "Why are those there if I can't get them in the US?"
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Re: PlayStation 4 Just Overtook Wii's Lifetime Sales
But, but consoles are dead, just get a PC...
Re: Who Needs A Game Boy Classic Edition When You've Got The Analogue Pocket?
Wow, this is tempting. Add in HuCard support to replace my TurboExpress, and I'm there.
Re: Japanese Charts: Dragon Quest XI S Knocks Zelda: Link's Awakening Off Top Spot
Ys IX, how did I miss that?
Re: Feature: Uncovering The Unlikely Story Of The World's Worst Controller In The Power Of Glove
World's worst controller? I refer you to the U-Force. Much worse than the Power Glove.
Re: As You Probably Guessed, Need For Speed Heat Isn’t Coming To Switch
Pretty much the only EA franchise I play, but I'll have to wait for a review as the last few I have not enjoyed.
Re: Soapbox: Sorry Nintendo, Joy-Con Drift Means I Won't Buy Switch Lite At Launch
If you have issues with the controller, why not contatct Nintendo and get them fixed?
Re: Deals: PC Engine / TurboGrafx-16 Mini Pre-orders Are Now Live
Why is the US version only on the Japan store?
Re: You'll Be Able To Transfer Save Files Between Switch And Switch Lite, Eventually
So, can i not just download my cloud saves?
Re: Why Was Bayonetta 3 Missing From E3? PlatinumGames Explains All
I was expecting this to be a 2019 game, but I guess it will be a 2020 release at this point.
Re: Solomon's Key Joins Hamster's Arcade Archives Series On The Nintendo Switch
This was my dad's favorite game on the NES, but I don't think I've ever played this version. I may have to pick it up.
Re: Game Boy Classic Zelda: Link's Awakening Is Getting Remastered For Switch
My first thought is that I'm not crazy about the art style, but hopefully it will grow on me. As long as it plays well, this should be great.
Re: Japan Will Get Physical Boxes Of Smash Bros. Ultimate And Pokémon Let's Go With Digital Codes Inside
I bought a Vita game that was just a code in a box. The cashier tried to up sell me with the two year replacement plan.
Re: Random: This Switch User Interface Mock-Up Has Us Longing For More Features
As others have said, it is literally just a copy of the PS4 OS. There is nothing "special" about it.
Re: Review: R.B.I. Baseball 18 (Switch)
It's sad that MLB can't deliver on their own brand. The strategy of developing the games themselves clearly isn't working.
Re: Random: Nintendo Fixed One Man's Out Of Warranty, First-Gen 3DS For Next To Nothing
They fixed my launch Wii U for free last year when the internal memory corrupted. The guy said my warranty had never been activated. It seemed odd to me, but I'm not complaining.
I think it just depends on who you talk to when you call, and how much they're willing to help.
Re: NIS America's Online Stores Hacked, Credit Card Details Compromised
Guess it's a good thing I didn't buy that wall scroll the other day.
Re: Mario Tennis Aces Brings A GBA-Style Story Mode To Switch
I think I'd rather have Mario Golf, but hopefully this will be a return to form for the series.
Re: Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana Brings An Epic Quest To Switch This Summer
I've almost finished this on Vita. The whole time I was wishing it was on Switch.
Re: Book Review: 101 Video Games to Play Before You Grow Up
That's why I tried to beat the game without breaking any blocks when I was little.
Re: Guide: Where to Pre-Order Your Super NES Classic Edition
Hmm, now Amazon has taken down that product listing.
Re: Guide: Where to Pre-Order Your Super NES Classic Edition
I was signed up for notification from Best Buy and Amazon. No, e-mail from either of them...
Re: Nintendo Download: 27th July (North America)
I might have to upgrade my Wii AirZonk.
Re: Nihon Falcom President Would "Definitely" Like to Release Games on Nintendo Switch
I'll take Ys VIII to go.
Re: Rumour: Nintendo Switch Comes With A Built-In NES Emulator
A bit odd that it would be in the firmware. In the OS, sure, but in the firmware? Maybe a terminology issue?
Only needing the roms will certainly make games download faster.
Re: FIFA 18 Gets Reveal Trailer That Suggests Missing Features for Nintendo Switch
"EA Sports. If it's in the game, it's...ah, we don't care, they'll buy it anyway."
Re: Be Quick And Pick Up A NES Classic Mini Or Nintendo Switch At Best Buy Today
Well, I finally got through checkout. Hopefully I don't get charged eight times.
Re: Be Quick And Pick Up A NES Classic Mini Or Nintendo Switch At Best Buy Today
I have it in my cart, but I can't checkout. Grrr...
Re: Guide: How To Beat Zelda: Breath Of The Wild's Hardest Shrine Quest, Eventide Island
Why didn't I think to use cryonis to get the orb to that island pedestal. I cut down the palm tree and threw it from there.
Re: DFC Intelligence Believes Nintendo Switch Can Shift 40 Million Units by 2020
I'm currently thinking around 30 million, and most of that will be in Japan. I hope it does better, but right now I don't see it.
Re: Video: Let's See How Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World's Graphics Stand Up Compared to its Wii U Counterpart
I'm curious about the differences. Does it still have the miiverse stamps? I noticed during the video some of the bead placement seemed different.
Re: Random: Nintendo Gives Away 3DS Consoles On Plane To Promote Super Mario Maker
My first thought, did they get chargers?
Re: Hardware Classics: SNK Neo Geo AES
I got mine in '94 for around $400 with Magician Lord. That was most of my summer job money at the time. Didn't get another game until around 2000 when I started looking around eBay.
Re: Talking Point: The Nintendo Switch May Divide Opinion, But It's Made a Splash
My biggest complaint at the moment is that it looks too big for me to carry in my pocket like I do with my 3DS. I like most everything else I've seen. I wouldn't be surprised if later they release a Switch Go, or some such that is smaller without the detachable controllers.
Re: Video: Remembering Trevor McFur, Atari's Not Entirely Convincing Answer To Star Fox
I wish my jaguar still worked. The best game from my memory was Rayman.
Re: My Nintendo Extends Validity Period for Gold Points
Well, that's good since I haven't seen anything to spend mine on yet.
Re: Ubisoft Has "Surprises" Yet to be Announced for Nintendo NX
That doesn't surprise me.
Re: Reaction: The NX Could Benefit from Using Cartridges Instead of Discs
I suspect that the NX will be a handheld and console that use the same cartridges. The cartridge will contain lower res textures and the game's program. When you put the cart in the console, it will download higher res textures to internal memory. This would allow them to use smaller carts to combat the higher price vs optical media.
Re: Editorial: Nintendo's Virtual Console Revolution Must Wait as We Pay Once More for SNES Games
I generally don't buy virtual console games if I already own them physically, but I had bought several of these during the $.30 deal and a few through Club Nintendo. I don't really want to rebuy them again, but I may make an exception for Super Metroid.
Re: Video: We Want Your Super Mario Maker Levels for Our New YouTube Series
I've added most of my levels, and I'm only a few stars from 50.
Re: Video: This Super Mario Maker Player Captures The Frustration of Surprise 'Don't Move' Stages
I don't mind auto levels, but most of them are too long or too slow. I like trying to break them by getting to the flag before the ride is over.
Re: Angry Sun Game Files Reportedly Uncovered In Super Mario Maker
If they do DLC, I would expect it to be a level theme and the proper blocks/enemies in a pack. I'm hoping for an art style as well, but I don't see that happening.
Re: GameStop Confirms amiibo 3-Pack Pre-Order Event This Weekend
So far, with the exception of Rosalina, I have been able to get all of the Amiibo I wanted without importing or secondhand purchases, but I may resort to importing these.
Re: Talking Point: Fatal Frame's Trial Version and Limited Edition Highlight Nintendo's Shifting Approach to Retail
@Pablo17 What Hard Drive? The Wii U doesn't have a hard drive.
Nintendo opted for a flash chip on the motherboard which is much smaller and has a higher price per GB. Doubling the memory at launch probably would have added $50 to the price.
Going the flash route allowed them to a. have less moving parts and b. produce a smaller system. Though I am surprised they haven't released a 64 GB system by now, they probably think it isn't necessary since external storage is an option.
Re: Nintendo Confirms September amiibo Release Details for North America
Signed up for my Amazon notices. Noticed that they don't have listings for Bowser Jr., Dr. Mario, or the three pack.
Re: Europe, You're Getting Three More New 3DS Cover Plates This Month
Funny thing, I got my 3DS card holder from Club Nintendo and one of their cover inserts features pictures of various cover plates. I thought "Why are those there if I can't get them in the US?"
Re: Splatoon Storms to Top Spot in Japanese Charts With Six Figure Sales
I kind of expected the hardware numbers to be higher, but you take what you can get I guess.
Re: Amazon Confirms US amiibo Pre-Order Times for Wave 4, Splatoon and Silver Mario
Not sure I like the random time thing. Makes it seem that only people hitting refresh constantly will get orders in.
Re: Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition Leads in Japan as 3DS Tops Hardware Sales
Hmm, a lot of that looks like New 3DS and Wii U owners picking up back catalogue games.
Re: Nintendo's E3 Focus to Reportedly be on Wii U and 3DS, not Smart Devices or NX
Weren't they suppose to show QOL this year? Whatever happened to that?
Re: Turn It Up To Eleven, Guitar Hero Is Making A Glorious Comeback On Wii U
Depending on how they execute it, this may actually be a good use of FMV.