I just hope the games success made Nintendo America know they were wrong in passing on it. Nintendo should have just given the fans what they wanted instead of just looking at the money angle. While I know this can't always be the case, they owed it to North American Wii owners who supported the console.
Being a huge Mario fan, I think NSMBU deserves 1st but I don't think NSMB2 deserves to even be in the top 3. KI to me was the far superior game but I haven't played Sticker Star so I get that it may deserve 1st.
All I can say is I am very happy for Nintendo. It seems every generation there is a different Nintendo franchise that is Number 1, which says a lot about the breadth and strength of it's games.
Great seeing that video again after many years. I imported most of my consoles before launch in Australia so I never got one by surprise but I can relate to the excitement.
Considering the Wii U has been out a month, and it has the world's best selling FPS, not to mention Zombie U, I think it's fair to say that Wii U owners do play FPS. We are just not obsessed with them like many PS3 & 360 owners.
Exactly...everyone is missing point. There was a translation error and Nintendo had actually said they were working on a patch for Dragon Quest X. This does not mean they are/ aren't working on speeding up the menu. Considering the Wii was constantly updated to improve performance, I think it's a given that Nintendo will always try to improve the user experience on Wii U.
This is so silly because a translation error led to another negative piece about Nintendo.
We need some positive stuff for a change..it's like every week there is some bad news. NL How about you post how youtube is working again? You guys posted that Youtube stopped working...now that it's working again, we get no new article.
Wow after watching the vid I'm surprised by it. Obviously I'm more patient because I haven't really noticed. Anyway If Nintendo can indeed speed up things it will be appreciated..especially by that woman.
Awesome I want it. In fact I hope Sega bring back more of their classic arcade games which if the rumour going around at the moment is true, they are. Give me Outrun please!
Konami & Kojima always have excuses for not making their games for Wii U. They also go on about how if they made a game they would use the consoles unique features but end up giving us nothing!
While I get really angry at Konami for their real lack of support for Nintendo home consoles since the days of the N64, it's up to Nintendo to get these games on their system.
Every time there is a massacre video games get blamed. The worst thing is that many of the recent mass shootings in America have been made by males under 40 which often means that these people own a video game console. Considering Call of Duty games sell in the millions, it's not uncommon for for people who won a console to also own a COD game.
When are these journalist going to realise that video games are now mainstream and that murderers owning a video game console is just coincidence!
Sad because I wanted this game to be good! Also really sad that this was Eurocom's last ever game...really not a great example of how capable they were!
Wow loved the demo but I have got everything now. I wish Castle Rock had some sort of achievement system or a timer so I would be encouraged to go back. Anyway what a gorgeous game.
The general perception on Miiverse is one of positivity, thus I ordered the game and should be getting it early next week. I have yet to play it so I have no idea how I will feel about it!
I don't get why people are complaining about the Wii Mini...no one is forcing you to buy one! I just hope that Nintendo continue to sell the traditional model alongside the Mini because I would always recommend that over this, even with the price difference!
While an apology of sorts is always appreciated, it's the traditional console players that feel neglected and let down because of the absence of Megaman in the last few years. Accordingly a free to play PC game does very little to compensate say, a 3DS owner and Megaman fan like me who was waiting for the also free to play demo of Megaman Legends!
It's a testament to the games traditional fan base, that make many of us willing to pay for a console version of Street Fighter X Megaman!
You were unlucky because when my Wii died, Nintendo transferred all my Wiiware and Virtual Console titles to the replacement Wii. If they could do that back in 2009 (for me), it's certainly no great revelation that Nintendo can do the same with Wii U in 2012 and beyond.
C'mon Nintendo there are some things that really should have been accomplished with Wii U. While I'm glad Nintendo doesn't copy every feature of their competitors willy nilly, a unified account system really should have been standard on the Wii U!
I signed. This is the perfect opportunity for Namco and From Software to find a new audience for their game. Considering the way Zombie U turned out, Dark Souls sounds like a great match for the Wii U.
I think it's also up to Nintendo to actively pursue 3rd party games that are also coming to PS3 and Xbox 360!
I wonder if Australia will ever get TVii though considering the sad lack of anything even resembling Hulu or Netflixx (Quickflix is decidely crappy..I know cause I pay for it) there probably isn't a need!
I agree with you. Now I can't wait for the next Eurogamer article that points out that Tekken Tag Tournament drops in frame rate. Oh wait if it doesn't, and it's actually better on Wii U, I doubt we are going to hear about it!
I think I get what he's saying but regardless, I am so excited that Nintendo is again giving us a console that is unique and more than just about more power under the hood!
I hope this comes to the PAL eshop soon. It would actually be nice to get the demo before the game to entice me to buy it though I'm pretty sure I will get this regardles.
This is really sad! Eurocom have been great Nintendo supporters and always made good use of the hardware. I really hope we will see at least 1 Wii U game from them in the future!
@ doctor_doak - You make it sound like developers have a huge list of choices to who can publish their games. I think most developers are struggling for work and will take a contract wherever they can!
Nintendo already march to the beat of their own drum and aren't satisfied competing with Sony & MS for the existing video game market. In fact they want way more than that! Nintendo want everybody who doesn't already play video games to join in and with their proven track record of innovation, seem to have a much better chance of doing that than the other two console manufacturers!
Might I add, I love Nintendo for their games and the only thing I want from them is to foster better relations with 3rd parties so in addition to their Top class software, we get as much games that are all the rage on competing consoles. While it's early days yet, Nintendo appear to be exactly that with the Wii U!
I am happy that PS3 owners will get to play a great Resident Evil game that I feel was sadly overlooked by many on 3DS! I wouldn't buy the game again on Wii U and despite the average reviews, I am secretly pining for an updated version of Resident Evil 6 for the Wii U!
I am still trying to decide what size HDD I want for my Wii U! I also want one that is glossy and will look right at home next to my soon to be mine Black Wii U! I really doubt if I will need more than 1TB yet I'm still contemplating a 2TB one just to future proof myself completely!
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Re: In Need Of A Portable Super Nintendo? Look No Further
Very cool and perfect for the inevitable zombie apocalypse.
Re: The Last Story Was Almost Left Untold In North America
I just hope the games success made Nintendo America know they were wrong in passing on it. Nintendo should have just given the fans what they wanted instead of just looking at the money angle. While I know this can't always be the case, they owed it to North American Wii owners who supported the console.
Re: Zen Pinball 2 Now Gearing Up For January 2013
Loved the 2 Zen Pinball games on 3DS. Looking forward to this. I expect to pick up quite a few tables.
Re: Game of the Year: Nintendo Life's Staff Awards 2012
Being a huge Mario fan, I think NSMBU deserves 1st but I don't think NSMB2 deserves to even be in the top 3. KI to me was the far superior game but I haven't played Sticker Star so I get that it may deserve 1st.
Anyway nice to see the staffs picks.
Re: Animal Crossing: New Leaf Hits 2 Million Sales In Japan
All I can say is I am very happy for Nintendo. It seems every generation there is a different Nintendo franchise that is Number 1, which says a lot about the breadth and strength of it's games.
Re: The Nintendo 64 Kids Recall The Christmas When Santa Knocked It Out Of The Park
Great seeing that video again after many years. I imported most of my consoles before launch in Australia so I never got one by surprise but I can relate to the excitement.
Re: Nintendo Download: 27th December 2012 (Europe)
Damn was so looking forward to Zen Pinball 2!
Re: Interview: Nintendo of America's Dan Adelman
After hearing his comments. maybe Super Meat Boy may one day come to Wii U eShop. Heck, I would still buy it!
Re: Nintendo of Europe's Satoru Shibata Gives a Christmas Message
Considering the Wii U has been out a month, and it has the world's best selling FPS, not to mention Zombie U, I think it's fair to say that Wii U owners do play FPS. We are just not obsessed with them like many PS3 & 360 owners.
Re: Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate - Trevor's Story Trailer (Nintendo 3DS)
Oh man March? Basically that means Wii U only for the next few months.
Re: Rumour: Ubisoft Looking To Buy THQ's Assets
Well considering Ubi's great relationship with Nintendo, I think this would probably be the best for us.
Re: Retro City Rampage Looks Set For A January Release on WiiWare
Honestly I probably won't get it now, considering I play my Wii U almost exclusively. How about a Wii U port?
Re: Nintendo Is Not Working On Fix For Wii U's Slow OS
Exactly...everyone is missing point. There was a translation error and Nintendo had actually said they were working on a patch for Dragon Quest X. This does not mean they are/ aren't working on speeding up the menu. Considering the Wii was constantly updated to improve performance, I think it's a given that Nintendo will always try to improve the user experience on Wii U.
This is so silly because a translation error led to another negative piece about Nintendo.
We need some positive stuff for a change..it's like every week there is some bad news. NL How about you post how youtube is working again? You guys posted that Youtube stopped working...now that it's working again, we get no new article.
Re: Nintendo Is Sorry For Wii U Load Times, Is Working On A Fix
Wow after watching the vid I'm surprised by it. Obviously I'm more patient because I haven't really noticed. Anyway If Nintendo can indeed speed up things it will be appreciated..especially by that woman.
Re: This New Super Mario Bros. 2 Course Pack Will Push Your Skills To The Limit
I have still haven't considered any DLC because Coin Rush mode wasn't really my thing. Some real levels I would pay for.
Re: Space Harrier 3D Is Real, Hits Japanese 3DS eShop Next Week
Awesome I want it. In fact I hope Sega bring back more of their classic arcade games which if the rumour going around at the moment is true, they are. Give me Outrun please!
Re: Kojima Productions: We Aren't Thinking About Metal Gear Rising On Wii U
Konami & Kojima always have excuses for not making their games for Wii U. They also go on about how if they made a game they would use the consoles unique features but end up giving us nothing!
While I get really angry at Konami for their real lack of support for Nintendo home consoles since the days of the N64, it's up to Nintendo to get these games on their system.
Re: UK Press Pins Blame For Sandy Hook Massacre On Video Games
Every time there is a massacre video games get blamed. The worst thing is that many of the recent mass shootings in America have been made by males under 40 which often means that these people own a video game console. Considering Call of Duty games sell in the millions, it's not uncommon for for people who won a console to also own a COD game.
When are these journalist going to realise that video games are now mainstream and that murderers owning a video game console is just coincidence!
Re: Review: Real Bout Fatal Fury (Wii Virtual Console / Neo Geo)
Yeah it makes no sense they released the far superior sequels first! I guess if you want the whole series then you have to get this!
Re: Microsoft's Application For Killer Instinct Trademark Is Denied
Wow what a bummer for MS. How do you resurrect a franchise without being able to use it's name?
Re: Review: James Bond: 007 Legends (Wii U)
Sad because I wanted this game to be good! Also really sad that this was Eurocom's last ever game...really not a great example of how capable they were!
Re: Rumour: Capcom Is Bringing Its Arcade Classics To 3DS And Wii U eShop
Hell Yeah was a huge fan of Capcom's work in the 80's but especially 90's. Anyway it's a start!
Re: Talking Point: Test Running Rayman Legends
Wow loved the demo but I have got everything now. I wish Castle Rock had some sort of achievement system or a timer so I would be encouraged to go back. Anyway what a gorgeous game.
Re: Review: Disney Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion (3DS)
I was actually waiting for this game but there hasn't been one good review yet. Disappointing because I need something new on my 3ds.
Re: ZombiU Producer "Disappointed" By Early Reviews
The general perception on Miiverse is one of positivity, thus I ordered the game and should be getting it early next week. I have yet to play it so I have no idea how I will feel about it!
Re: Rayman Legends Demo Finally Arrives In The Wii U eShop
I just checked the Aussie eShop and there is still nothing here except for the same FIFA 13 Demo. Please come Down Under!
Re: Talking Point: The Wii U eShop Needs Patience
I am working on my patience...I will get there...be patient!
Re: Hardware Review: Wii Mini
I don't get why people are complaining about the Wii Mini...no one is forcing you to buy one! I just hope that Nintendo continue to sell the traditional model alongside the Mini because I would always recommend that over this, even with the price difference!
Re: Street Fighter X Mega Man Is "A Bit Of A Mea Culpa"
While an apology of sorts is always appreciated, it's the traditional console players that feel neglected and let down because of the absence of Megaman in the last few years. Accordingly a free to play PC game does very little to compensate say, a 3DS owner and Megaman fan like me who was waiting for the also free to play demo of Megaman Legends!
It's a testament to the games traditional fan base, that make many of us willing to pay for a console version of Street Fighter X Megaman!
Re: Nintendo Confirms It Is Possible To Transfer Network IDs To Another Wii U
@McHaggis
You were unlucky because when my Wii died, Nintendo transferred all my Wiiware and Virtual Console titles to the replacement Wii. If they could do that back in 2009 (for me), it's certainly no great revelation that Nintendo can do the same with Wii U in 2012 and beyond.
C'mon Nintendo there are some things that really should have been accomplished with Wii U. While I'm glad Nintendo doesn't copy every feature of their competitors willy nilly, a unified account system really should have been standard on the Wii U!
Re: Petition Started To Get Dark Souls II On The Wii U
I signed. This is the perfect opportunity for Namco and From Software to find a new audience for their game. Considering the way Zombie U turned out, Dark Souls sounds like a great match for the Wii U.
I think it's also up to Nintendo to actively pursue 3rd party games that are also coming to PS3 and Xbox 360!
Re: Feature: We've Unboxed A Wii Mini So You Don't Have To
Only 1 Usb port it seems. Still if it sells more Wii's then I'm all for it.
Re: Mass Effect Trilogy Could Yet Come To Wii U
After hearing about the trilogy on other consoles I skipped ME3 on Wii u. Bring it out and I will likely buy it.
Re: Retro Gamer Magazine Celebrates Christmas With Nintendo-Themed Cover
Wow I wondered why the art reminded me of Super Play! I loved that magazine!
Re: Nintendo Network Premium Website Goes Live
Works fine for me in Australia too!
Re: Error Prevents Purchase Of ZombiU And Assassin's Creed III On Euro Wii U eShop
So is 10pm the cut off time for all regions? Wow it's mazing Nintendo haven't infomed anyone about this!
Re: Hacker Claims To Have Deciphered Wii U CPU and GPU Speeds
@LordJumpMad
The Wii was hacked silly yet no credit card details were stolen...that was more the domain of the PS3!
Re: Wii U Version Of 007 Legends Canned In Australia
I read the reviews and was going to skip it anyway. Sad though because it got released on PS3/360, I was excited or it!
Re: TVii Application Will Be Available In Japan At Launch
I wonder if Australia will ever get TVii though considering the sad lack of anything even resembling Hulu or Netflixx (Quickflix is decidely crappy..I know cause I pay for it) there probably isn't a need!
Re: Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition Dogged By Performance Issues
@DrSlump
I agree with you. Now I can't wait for the next Eurogamer article that points out that Tekken Tag Tournament drops in frame rate. Oh wait if it doesn't, and it's actually better on Wii U, I doubt we are going to hear about it!
Re: Game Designer Says "Wii U Isn't Sure of Itself, and That's its Greatest Virtue"
I think I get what he's saying but regardless, I am so excited that Nintendo is again giving us a console that is unique and more than just about more power under the hood!
Re: Fractured Soul Demo Blasting Onto North American 3DS eShop
I hope this comes to the PAL eshop soon. It would actually be nice to get the demo before the game to entice me to buy it though I'm pretty sure I will get this regardles.
Re: Rumour: Yoshi's Land Coming To Wii U
Could this mean that other games that showed up on debug menu that guy stumbled upon could also be coming to Wii U? I hope so!
Re: Nintendo of Europe Gives Free Retail Game to 3DS XL Owners
C'mon Nintendo, don't forget us Aussies...I want Layton!
Re: GoldenEye 007 Wii Dev Suffers Major Job Losses
This is really sad! Eurocom have been great Nintendo supporters and always made good use of the hardware. I really hope we will see at least 1 Wii U game from them in the future!
@ doctor_doak - You make it sound like developers have a huge list of choices to who can publish their games. I think most developers are struggling for work and will take a contract wherever they can!
Re: Review: ZombiU (Wii U)
It says something about my trust in Nintendolife and it's reviews that I am putting Zombie U back on my shopping list!
Re: Injustice: Gods Among Us - Wii U Tokyo Game Show Trailer
I would rather they bring over Mortal Kombat for the Wii U but if this turns out good, I will be all over it!
Re: Analyst Believes Nintendo Shouldn't Compete With Sony And Microsoft
Honestly this kind of thing makes me mad!
Nintendo already march to the beat of their own drum and aren't satisfied competing with Sony & MS for the existing video game market. In fact they want way more than that! Nintendo want everybody who doesn't already play video games to join in and with their proven track record of innovation, seem to have a much better chance of doing that than the other two console manufacturers!
Might I add, I love Nintendo for their games and the only thing I want from them is to foster better relations with 3rd parties so in addition to their Top class software, we get as much games that are all the rage on competing consoles. While it's early days yet, Nintendo appear to be exactly that with the Wii U!
Re: Resident Evil Revelations Jumping Ship To PS3?
I am happy that PS3 owners will get to play a great Resident Evil game that I feel was sadly overlooked by many on 3DS! I wouldn't buy the game again on Wii U and despite the average reviews, I am secretly pining for an updated version of Resident Evil 6 for the Wii U!
Re: Guide: Using USB Storage with the Wii U
I am still trying to decide what size HDD I want for my Wii U! I also want one that is glossy and will look right at home next to my soon to be mine Black Wii U! I really doubt if I will need more than 1TB yet I'm still contemplating a 2TB one just to future proof myself completely!