@Ryno Just to be clear, I agree with you on 3rd Parties not coming back, or at least never selling good on any new Nintendo console ever again. But an example, is South Park ( which sold more versions than the PS1, because N64 version came out a year earlier) .... which is the same issue WiiU faced with 3rd party inferior ports that were a year old. But I had to look far and wide for that example lol
@GraveLordXD Besides all the thing you listed, which I agree on; my biggest gripe was the lack of exploration and that feeling of discovering hidden items. Hidden items were located on maps with a shiny orb that lead you straight to them ( and no option to turn this off), all you had to do was figure out if you use a missile or a bomb ... pathetic.
"We're taking our great IP and transforming them and making them new again — making them fresh and appealing for the fan who feels they know the franchise."
Basically, "we're abandoning the fanbase that made these series popular, and casting a wider net to try and attract casual/core audiences."
I can play Zelda OoT on almost any available console, including Wii U WiiVC ... yet 2 months later no zero mission in NA; which is only available in a GBA cart in NA. Legit, NoA
It's really disheartening. Because the games you wanted and expected on Wii U will be pushed back to give NX a more respectable launch library. A system not even 3 years old already being phased. Unless there is a Metroid Prime 4 at launch, with a reasonable console price; I will wait for the inevitable price drop less than a year later. And I've been a day console buyer with nintendo since SNES, been with N since 1986. The last couple gen's have been frustrating with Nintendo. There have been great games, but the amount of disappointments far outweigh that.
Hoping for the best, but been doing that since the Gamecube. Still holding out hope they're keeping Retro & Metroid Prime 4 a secret for a this long until a soon to be aired Nintendo Direct to shut us all up. lol
Was really looking forward to this. Now, all I can look forward to are the glitch mocking posts that will flood miiverse when it releases. Hopefully patches come through and fix many of the issues.
Pulled this off without having to trigger a new trampoline, and by pure accident during a friendlies set. Got many of us stumped lol https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9doA35b8CZQ
Was excited for amiibo in the beginning, but really don't care for it anymore; especially how almost every 1st party game now is including amiibo locked content and you can't even find the specific amiibo anywhere. 30 years I've been with Nintendo, and sadly after this years E3 disaster I'm about ready to call it quits. The only redeeming Wii U title, for me this past year as been the localization of Fatal Frame, so that's keeping me stringin along in the meantime.
What baffles me the most, is you have Hyrule Warriors, which was a spinoff game that includes almost every major character from all the zelda games. But they knew not to have "Legend of Zelda" in the title ... to not confuse fans and to keep it out of the core series. And yet here is Nintendo, slapping Metroid Prime on this game without a second glance.
Will wait for Splatoon to actually be finished before paying full price. The inability to make lobbies with friends at launch is unacceptable. Plus, between now and August I'm sure Amazon will have a price drop.
What limitations could a 2.5D game pose on the Wii U. LOL. Sounds like even though they've gone independent, they're playing it AAA safe. Not interested, anymore if not coming to Nintendo. Youtube LP it is, I suppose.
Plan on getting this, but not a Day 1 purchase anymore. I have no fun playing against random people I don't know or can't talk to. There are people out there who only buy these games with the intention to ruin the online experience for others. So when the "friend lobbies" feature gets released, that's when I'll most likely buy the game. Voice chat is not an issue, since my friends and I all use skype when playing online games with each other.
@rjejr seriously, seeing this as the only bit of news worthy of its own article doesnt really give much hype lol. At work so havent watched the stream myself, but still, not too hyped to hurry home and watch immediately
The best news since the WiiU was released! Been waiting for this since the GamePad was first revealed. I suppose we can finally leave the japanses miiverse FF5 page in peace now
My only hope that we'll get Zero Mission soon is possibly they plan to release it along with the MH4U Metroid DLC ... which, yes, I'm also hoping will be April's 4U DLC
I never cared for the games or the studio behind them. What bothered me most was this guy was a verified user account on miiverse, and the idiotic and trolling posts he made in attempts to promote his games on the service.
@BRAINFOX oh I know, I've done my research. Many people are complaining on capcomunity's site, and not a single response from anyone. EU can buy the themes, we can't. And it sux MH4U N3DS bundles didnt even get the option for the free one. Nintendo's excuse for that is they got the bundle $10 cheaper lmao. Bundles are suppose to be cheaper than buying separately to begin with ... makes no sense
I thought the whole point of exclusivity to a store was getting customers INTO your store. Kind of defeats the purpose when you sell them all online with pre-orders.
@sinalefa looking around eBay, this is almost what I'm tempted to do. Just buy the rare ones from overseas. I'm not a fan of pre-ordering, I like going to stores on release day and beating the crowds. But the way amiibo is being handled there is just no hope.
@Warruz Free downloads count as purchases off the eShop. Even with the DDP on the Wii U, any free DL code you used for a free game got you the DDP rewards ( which infact made it count as if you purchased the game even though it was free). So I'm sure it's no different with pre-installed games.
As a Zelda fan since the release of the original LoZ, and a newbie to Monster Hunter just last year ... I'd pick Monster Hunter over LoZ MM anyday MM is my favorite Zelda of the series and would give any excuse to replay it. But if I had to chose only 1, I'd get about 15-20 hours out of MM, where with MH4U I'd get 1500-2000 hours of playtime out of ... easily. 8)
So, exactly how is he playing "Mike Tysons" punch out ... with the wiimote? Seeing as that version isn't available on the Wii VC or Wii U eShop. That's honestly the first thing that popped in my head when watching this. Impressive stuff, though.
@andrew20 3 year platinum member, boguht mh3u digitally on both wiiu & 3ds ... and no codes (but I still get the nintendo spam promotion emails daily). I guess they consider I'm a for sure buyer, so no need to tempt me with demo codes
Luckily I got codes from MH players I play consistently with.
@SpykeXD Not in my view, if that is the case you may as well call any 2D platformer with an open world level select screen a clone of super mario world. Giana Sisters DS to me is one of the hidden gems of the system, not many played, nor could find. It's the reason Giana Sisters Twisted Dreams was a day 1 purchase for me, no questions asked. And is still one of my favorite WiiU eShop titles to this date.
About the topic of discussion. I actually agree with NinjaPigs response. I don't condone what was done, but taking matters public is only asking for a public spectacle to ensue. And for some, there is no such thing as bad publicity. And, thanx, I'll take some of that popcorn
@unrandomsam be sure to add something to that, so it doesn't leave others confused. Yes, the original Giana Sisters game released back on the C64 was a Super Mario Bros ripoff (like 25+ years ago). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMTdr026bZU But the current game on the eShop , no sir. Unless there's something even I don't know since you didn't bother leaving an example
@sinalefa Since you are the next in line, and I enjoy many of your posts, I have 1 spare code for you. Just let me know if you need one, and provide email unless we can PM on here. It is a NA region demo code
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Re: Rumour: Nintendo Isn't Bringing Devil's Third To North America
How long before we get the "Fatal Frame 5 canceled in NA" article
Re: Nintendo Download: 9th July (North America)
@grumblebuzzz <---- what he said.
Re: Talking Point: Raw Power Isn't Vital to Nintendo's NX, But It Does Matter
@locky-mavo Ya, your link shows the guy posting a fake made tweet by him saying it had good specs. Complete opposite
Re: Talking Point: Raw Power Isn't Vital to Nintendo's NX, But It Does Matter
@Ryno Just to be clear, I agree with you on 3rd Parties not coming back, or at least never selling good on any new Nintendo console ever again. But an example, is South Park ( which sold more versions than the PS1, because N64 version came out a year earlier) .... which is the same issue WiiU faced with 3rd party inferior ports that were a year old.
But I had to look far and wide for that example lol
Re: Star Fox Zero's Co-Op Mode to Offer Accessibility, and the Arwing's Robot Transformation "Is Not a Chicken"
@Koopa-King ... and we all know how well Nintendo keeps their promises.
Re: Hands On: Blast Ball Brings Crude Button Mashing and is a Poor Advert for Metroid Prime: Federation Force
@GraveLordXD Besides all the thing you listed, which I agree on; my biggest gripe was the lack of exploration and that feeling of discovering hidden items. Hidden items were located on maps with a shiny orb that lead you straight to them ( and no option to turn this off), all you had to do was figure out if you use a missile or a bomb ... pathetic.
Re: Bill Trinen Will Compete at Evo 2015 as a Super Smash Bros. for Wii U Competitor
His first opponent, "Bye", is pretty pro. Hope he makes it past that first round
Re: Nintendo Download: 2nd July (North America)
@Grumblevolcano dang, you're right! NoA, thanx for the memories
Re: Nintendo Download: 2nd July (North America)
@ikki5 "Wait... OOT the same week as Europe? I was expecting OOT to come out 3-6 months from now since they got it this week."
Seems Mario & Zelda games are immune to this trend. Fans of other series are left to rot while waiting
Re: Reggie Fils-Aime Asks for Fan Trust With Metroid Prime: Federation Force
"We're taking our great IP and transforming them and making them new again — making them fresh and appealing for the fan who feels they know the franchise."
Basically, "we're abandoning the fanbase that made these series popular, and casting a wider net to try and attract casual/core audiences."
Re: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is Hitting the Wii U Virtual Console Very Soon
I can play Zelda OoT on almost any available console, including Wii U WiiVC ... yet 2 months later no zero mission in NA; which is only available in a GBA cart in NA. Legit, NoA
Re: Talking Point: E3 Highlighted Nintendo's Development Shift Towards NX, and Away from Wii U
It's really disheartening. Because the games you wanted and expected on Wii U will be pushed back to give NX a more respectable launch library. A system not even 3 years old already being phased. Unless there is a Metroid Prime 4 at launch, with a reasonable console price; I will wait for the inevitable price drop less than a year later. And I've been a day console buyer with nintendo since SNES, been with N since 1986. The last couple gen's have been frustrating with Nintendo. There have been great games, but the amount of disappointments far outweigh that.
Hoping for the best, but been doing that since the Gamecube. Still holding out hope they're keeping Retro & Metroid Prime 4 a secret for a this long until a soon to be aired Nintendo Direct to shut us all up. lol
Re: Review: Never Alone (Wii U eShop)
Was really looking forward to this. Now, all I can look forward to are the glitch mocking posts that will flood miiverse when it releases. Hopefully patches come through and fix many of the issues.
Re: Yet Another PAC-MAN Glitch Has Surfaced In Super Smash Bros.
Pulled this off without having to trigger a new trampoline, and by pure accident during a friendlies set. Got many of us stumped lol
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9doA35b8CZQ
Re: Editorial: Nintendo's Approach to amiibo is Increasingly Frustrating
Was excited for amiibo in the beginning, but really don't care for it anymore; especially how almost every 1st party game now is including amiibo locked content and you can't even find the specific amiibo anywhere. 30 years I've been with Nintendo, and sadly after this years E3 disaster I'm about ready to call it quits. The only redeeming Wii U title, for me this past year as been the localization of Fatal Frame, so that's keeping me stringin along in the meantime.
Re: Talking Point: Metroid Prime: Federation Force and Entitled Fury
What baffles me the most, is you have Hyrule Warriors, which was a spinoff game that includes almost every major character from all the zelda games. But they knew not to have "Legend of Zelda" in the title ... to not confuse fans and to keep it out of the core series. And yet here is Nintendo, slapping Metroid Prime on this game without a second glance.
Re: Video: No Matter How Annoyed You Are At Nintendo's E3 2015 Digital Event, You're Not As Annoyed As This Guy
Just like any video I try to watch on this site, I'm interrupted by the video ads that auto play on the right side of the page. thanx, NL
Re: Poll: How Excited Are You About Nintendo's E3 Games?
FATAL FRAME!!!! ..... and that is all.
Re: Metroid Prime: Federation Force Is The Metroid Game You Didn't Expect, Or Perhaps Want
So, basically they've found a way to make the nintendo land metroid game a retail priced game. Legit
Re: Humble Nindie Bundle Allows Wii U and 3DS eShop Gamers in North America to Pay What They Want
Already own all the WiiU games, but for $10 its a steal, and I can share some of these great indie games with friends.
Re: Nintendo Download: 28th May (Europe)
Will wait for Splatoon to actually be finished before paying full price. The inability to make lobbies with friends at launch is unacceptable. Plus, between now and August I'm sure Amazon will have a price drop.
Re: Nintendo Download: 14th May (North America)
Another Week, same crap.
Re: Former Castlevania Producer Koji Igarashi's Kickstarter Launches, But Won't Come To Nintendo Consoles
What limitations could a 2.5D game pose on the Wii U. LOL. Sounds like even though they've gone independent, they're playing it AAA safe. Not interested, anymore if not coming to Nintendo. Youtube LP it is, I suppose.
Re: Nintendo Outlines Splatoon's Free Post-Launch Content
Plan on getting this, but not a Day 1 purchase anymore. I have no fun playing against random people I don't know or can't talk to. There are people out there who only buy these games with the intention to ruin the online experience for others. So when the "friend lobbies" feature gets released, that's when I'll most likely buy the game.
Voice chat is not an issue, since my friends and I all use skype when playing online games with each other.
Re: Nintendo Download: 30th April (North America)
Why would you not release zero mission the week the mh4u Metroid DLC arrives. But of course its ok to release MK GBA with MK8 DLC. dat logic
Re: The Mechs of Xenoblade Chronicles X Are Named "Skells" in its Western Release
@rjejr seriously, seeing this as the only bit of news worthy of its own article doesnt really give much hype lol. At work so havent watched the stream myself, but still, not too hyped to hurry home and watch immediately
Re: Nintendo Download: 23rd April (North America)
Glad others have got to enjoy Zero Mission. NoA just keeps given us the middle finger
Re: Wii U Horror Title Fatal Frame Confirmed For Western Release Later This Year
The best news since the WiiU was released! Been waiting for this since the GamePad was first revealed. I suppose we can finally leave the japanses miiverse FF5 page in peace now
Re: Nintendo Download: 26th March (North America)
My only hope that we'll get Zero Mission soon is possibly they plan to release it along with the MH4U Metroid DLC ... which, yes, I'm also hoping will be April's 4U DLC
http://www.reddit.com/r/MonsterHunter/comments/2z1dhh/summary_of_next_months_dlc_on_3rd_of_april_2015/
Re: Nintendo Download: 12th March (North America)
I knew not to get my hopes up on NoA getting Zero Mission this week. Please Understand
Re: Nintendo Download: 12th March (Europe)
Hmm, PAL gets Zero Mission this week. So I'm guessing we'll see it in NA sometime in October maybe
Re: Meme Run Disappears from the Wii U eShop
I never cared for the games or the studio behind them. What bothered me most was this guy was a verified user account on miiverse, and the idiotic and trolling posts he made in attempts to promote his games on the service.
Re: Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Free DLC, Including Link Equipment, Due 6th March
Short ranged double (claw)hookshots would be sweet for dual blades zelda themed weapon
Re: Nintendo Download: 19th February (North America)
@BRAINFOX oh I know, I've done my research. Many people are complaining on capcomunity's site, and not a single response from anyone. EU can buy the themes, we can't. And it sux MH4U N3DS bundles didnt even get the option for the free one. Nintendo's excuse for that is they got the bundle $10 cheaper lmao. Bundles are suppose to be cheaper than buying separately to begin with ... makes no sense
Re: Nintendo Download: 19th February (North America)
And still no 3DS MH4U themes for NA customers to purchase...
Re: Nintendo Download: 12th February (North America)
Will the themes be available today, or are they waiting for tomorrow with the game's releases?
Re: Meta Knight amiibo Hits Best Buy in US on 20th February
I thought the whole point of exclusivity to a store was getting customers INTO your store. Kind of defeats the purpose when you sell them all online with pre-orders.
@sinalefa looking around eBay, this is almost what I'm tempted to do. Just buy the rare ones from overseas. I'm not a fan of pre-ordering, I like going to stores on release day and beating the crowds. But the way amiibo is being handled there is just no hope.
Re: New 3DS HOME Themes Confirmed for Majora's Mask 3D, Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate and Ace Combat Assault Horizon Legacy+
@Warruz Free downloads count as purchases off the eShop. Even with the DDP on the Wii U, any free DL code you used for a free game got you the DDP rewards ( which infact made it count as if you purchased the game even though it was free). So I'm sure it's no different with pre-installed games.
Re: Nintendo Download: 5th February (North America)
Even though its 3rd party ... really wish MH4U had a pre-download system; that was so convenient for Smash4. Tempted on the Moon Chronicles games.
Re: Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Sales Meet Capcom Expectations, Despite Overall Company Sales Being Down
As a Zelda fan since the release of the original LoZ, and a newbie to Monster Hunter just last year ... I'd pick Monster Hunter over LoZ MM anyday MM is my favorite Zelda of the series and would give any excuse to replay it. But if I had to chose only 1, I'd get about 15-20 hours out of MM, where with MH4U I'd get 1500-2000 hours of playtime out of ... easily. 8)
Re: Weirdness: A Budding Little Mac Beats Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! While Blindfolded
So, exactly how is he playing "Mike Tysons" punch out ... with the wiimote? Seeing as that version isn't available on the Wii VC or Wii U eShop. That's honestly the first thing that popped in my head when watching this. Impressive stuff, though.
Re: YouTube Stars Aren't Happy With Nintendo's Revenue-Sharing 'Creators Program'
You know, there are times where we, as Nintendo customers, can only see nintendo exclusive games through youtube ... Lookin at you, Fatal Frame 5
Re: Shantae And The Pirate’s Curse For Wii U & 3DS eShop Releases In Europe And Australia On 5th February
@YANDMAN Yup, but no double dip discount; which is what I was referring to
Re: Nintendo of America Issues a Fresh Batch of Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Demo Codes
@andrew20 3 year platinum member, boguht mh3u digitally on both wiiu & 3ds ... and no codes (but I still get the nintendo spam promotion emails daily). I guess they consider I'm a for sure buyer, so no need to tempt me with demo codes
Luckily I got codes from MH players I play consistently with.
Re: Shantae And The Pirate’s Curse For Wii U & 3DS eShop Releases In Europe And Australia On 5th February
"and will not be available in the US" .... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1W7c8QghPxk
Re: Ninja Pig Studios Accused Of Stealing Pixel Art For Forthcoming Wii U Release Jumpy Cat
@SpykeXD Not in my view, if that is the case you may as well call any 2D platformer with an open world level select screen a clone of super mario world. Giana Sisters DS to me is one of the hidden gems of the system, not many played, nor could find. It's the reason Giana Sisters Twisted Dreams was a day 1 purchase for me, no questions asked. And is still one of my favorite WiiU eShop titles to this date.
About the topic of discussion. I actually agree with NinjaPigs response. I don't condone what was done, but taking matters public is only asking for a public spectacle to ensue. And for some, there is no such thing as bad publicity. And, thanx, I'll take some of that popcorn
Re: Ninja Pig Studios Accused Of Stealing Pixel Art For Forthcoming Wii U Release Jumpy Cat
@unrandomsam be sure to add something to that, so it doesn't leave others confused. Yes, the original Giana Sisters game released back on the C64 was a Super Mario Bros ripoff (like 25+ years ago). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMTdr026bZU But the current game on the eShop , no sir. Unless there's something even I don't know since you didn't bother leaving an example
Re: New Exploit Makes The 3DS Region Free Without The Need For A Flashcard Or Game Cart
@Ichiban < What he said!
Re: Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Demo Codes Now Being Distributed in North America
@sinalefa code has been sent
Re: Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Demo Codes Now Being Distributed in North America
@sinalefa Since you are the next in line, and I enjoy many of your posts, I have 1 spare code for you. Just let me know if you need one, and provide email unless we can PM on here. It is a NA region demo code