I have played this and Sky Crawlers, and I have to say I prefer Sky Crawlers, although I am comparing a retail game to a download. While I do like both, Sky Crawlers being retail allows it to have a lot that Pearl Harbor doesn't. From multiple difficulties to 20 planes with I think 4 or 5 colors each. Although Red Sun Rising has also left me quite impressed, especially for wiiware. So if you're looking to buy one of them, I'd say get both, especially since they're both pretty cheap.
I'm hoping for a Wii version. If it were DS, I would likely not find the controls and graphics anywhere near as appealing as the console games. Of course, that would only be if it's the same style as the other 2.
I'm not sure how I feel about this game. I've read in other impressions that you switch into morph ball by pressing A, which sounds awkward. I also read that the voice acting for Samus is emotionless. On the flip side, apparently you can dodge around enemies while in 2D mode. So while in 2D, you can still take advantage of 3D. I kinda like the idea of switching between third and first person. So as long as it feels Metroid, I should like it. So I can't wait to try it out.
I'm starting to wonder if this is going to cost more than 600 points. Unless they split the length of their average 3 levels into 50 micro-levels, it seems likely it will be a bit longer than the previous games.
I totally agree with the review. I feel the poor controls really lower the fun and quality of this game. Sure, you may get used to the controls eventually, but that still doesn't make 'em any less crappy. Nor does it make up for all of those times where I try to attach x to y and instead maxwell jumps into a pool of lava. I give this game an 8.
I've beaten MP3, never played MP2, and stopped playing the first one half way through due to my dislike of the controls, so I'll definitely be picking this up.
I do want some changes to zelda, but still want the classic formula. What Miyamoto said is a little vague, he could be talking about story or graphics, or gameplay when he says it won't be radically different. But I don't think he's talking about gameplay because I remember reading an interview with him not that long back saying that currently they are strictly working on the gameplay, trying to get it just right. Which would suggest they are trying something new because they are taking so much time on it, but then again that could just be implementing Wii M+
I would give it a 9/10. I really liked the spinner and actually being able to swing your sword while on horseback. I was disappointed that the dungeons were easier then previous zelda games but I thought that Wind Waker's were even easier than TP's.
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Re: Review: Pearl Harbor Trilogy - 1941: Red Sun Rising (WiiWare)
I have played this and Sky Crawlers, and I have to say I prefer Sky Crawlers, although I am comparing a retail game to a download. While I do like both, Sky Crawlers being retail allows it to have a lot that Pearl Harbor doesn't. From multiple difficulties to 20 planes with I think 4 or 5 colors each. Although Red Sun Rising has also left me quite impressed, especially for wiiware. So if you're looking to buy one of them, I'd say get both, especially since they're both pretty cheap.
Re: Don't Get Too Attached to 3DS Name, says Iwata
Good. While the 3DS title is creative, the moment I heard it I disliked it.
Re: Red Steel 2 Blunted After Poor UK Chart Debut
It is a great game, probably my favorite 3rd party Wii title. I recommend everyone pick it up at some point.
Re: Miyamoto Confirms Pikmin 3
I'm hoping for a Wii version. If it were DS, I would likely not find the controls and graphics anywhere near as appealing as the console games. Of course, that would only be if it's the same style as the other 2.
Re: First Impressions: Bit.Trip RUNNER
Looking forward to this.
Re: First Impressions: Metroid: Other M
I'm not sure how I feel about this game. I've read in other impressions that you switch into morph ball by pressing A, which sounds awkward. I also read that the voice acting for Samus is emotionless. On the flip side, apparently you can dodge around enemies while in 2D mode. So while in 2D, you can still take advantage of 3D. I kinda like the idea of switching between third and first person. So as long as it feels Metroid, I should like it. So I can't wait to try it out.
Re: Cave Story Coming March 22nd
Hellz yeah!
Re: Podcast: NLFM Episode 4: The One With Datarock
I will definitely be listening to this, when I have the time/feel like it.
Re: Podcast: NLFM Episode 3: BIT.TRIP Down Memory Lane
Listened to it earlier, and it was great.
Re: First Impressions: Super Meat Boy - Part 2
I love the cons of Commander Video.
I am really starting to look forward to this.
Re: Gaijin Games Wants To RUN With Your Art
Wow, 50 stages... /me nearly drowns in saliva
I'm starting to wonder if this is going to cost more than 600 points. Unless they split the length of their average 3 levels into 50 micro-levels, it seems likely it will be a bit longer than the previous games.
Re: Nintendo No Longer Publishing Metroid Prime Trilogy in US
BLASPHEMY! But seriously, pick up a copy right now if you enjoy life.
Re: DS Follow-Up to Feature Motion Sensor?
I'm guessing an accelerometer is gonna be in the next one, as well as a more accurate camera.
Re: Review: Bit.Trip Void (WiiWare)
A great game and very enjoyable. However, Core remains my favorite of the Bit.Trip series.
Re: BIT.TRIP VOID Coming to North America November 23rd
I was hoping it would come out next monday.
Re: Rumour: New Mario In the Works?
I think this is fake.
I remember during E3 this year someone made a fake account for Retro Studios and teased that they were gonna have a big announcement at the show.
Re: New Super Mario Bros. Wii 'Super Skills' trailer
Anyone else notice them doing some little twirl move in mid-air?
Re: Review: Scribblenauts (DS)
I totally agree with the review. I feel the poor controls really lower the fun and quality of this game. Sure, you may get used to the controls eventually, but that still doesn't make 'em any less crappy. Nor does it make up for all of those times where I try to attach x to y and instead maxwell jumps into a pool of lava. I give this game an 8.
Re: Features: Looking Back At BIT.TRIP BEAT, Pt. 1
A great game BEAT is. I just recently beat it too. The final boss was awesome and really surprised me.
Re: Metroid Prime: Trilogy Now Available for Wii
This isn't coming out until tomorrow where I am.
Re: New Metroid Prime Trilogy Artwork
I've beaten MP3, never played MP2, and stopped playing the first one half way through due to my dislike of the controls, so I'll definitely be picking this up.
Re: New Wii Zelda Won't Be Radically Different, Says Miyamoto
I do want some changes to zelda, but still want the classic formula. What Miyamoto said is a little vague, he could be talking about story or graphics, or gameplay when he says it won't be radically different. But I don't think he's talking about gameplay because I remember reading an interview with him not that long back saying that currently they are strictly working on the gameplay, trying to get it just right. Which would suggest they are trying something new because they are taking so much time on it, but then again that could just be implementing Wii M+
Re: Review: The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess (Wii)
I would give it a 9/10. I really liked the spinner and actually being able to swing your sword while on horseback. I was disappointed that the dungeons were easier then previous zelda games but I thought that Wind Waker's were even easier than TP's.