Heads-up guys: LOZ: Ocarina of Time didn't launch with the 3DS, it came out about 3 months after the handheld was released. PilotWings, Ridge Racer and Street Fighter IV were the big launch games!
It's easy to ignore these discounts because they're so frequently terrible, but at least the selection of games for this update is of a high-quality and relatively new, especially on 3DS.
@Drcharlenstein right - my understanding is that the game can't be accessed without a pre-order, which seems ridiculous. I'd really like it but won't be getting the game for another couple of weeks. Perhaps people will be selling digital codes over the coming weeks, but it would be better if there was some way of unlocking it in-game.
I like Nintendolife's scoring method and hope it stays but I also completely understand other outlets and reviewers frustrations when it comes to people simply judging a game, review or reviewers by a single metric.
This game has the potential to be INCREDIBLE. Like, one of the best of all-time good. It seems to be absolutely massive, I can't wait to set a few days aside when it's released and really get into it. With each new set of details, the game appears to get better and better. Can't wait
Always happy to see a new character, the more the merrier. I see another newcomer being announced soon, and hopefully more screens of the 3DS edition. And Yoshi. Definitely Yoshi.
It keeps being said over and over again, and I can see how it makes no difference at this point, but if they had just changed the name to "Wii 2" instead of "Wii U", I firmly believe it would have made a genuine difference.
After Just Finishing DD, I can only hope it's on 3DS. Far Moe suited to handheld gameplay in my opinion. Thankfully Layton x Wright is in the pipeline!
Great to see the 3DS doing so well. Not so long ago, it was in the same position as WII U is now, and people across the board were claiming it was not going to be a success, and it pulled through. Hopefully WII U can as well. Fantastic to see AA doing well too
So many great new games coming out... and the Wii U keeps getting better and better, with genuinely intuitive and different features like the Google Street View App being added as well as in-game miiverse interaction, I can't wait till Summer
I thought this was a fantastic, informative review. Sadly, I have exams next year so I won't be getting the console until summer, but great to know it's started promisingly, and the gamepad works well. Ridiculously happy to hear the touch screen is precise, I feel bad using a DS's touchscreen in the fear of scratching.
Can't wait. Loved the first two, and for now at least, perfectly ok with more of the same. Also, its been a surprisingly long time since I've had need to use my beloved 3ds, so hopefully it will be the beginning of a few more solid months gaming!
Good list, glad to see VVVVVV at the top. Downloading it, I was taking a chance but I got a sufficient amount of playtime out of it, well worth the purchase.
I remember when this project began and there was an article about on this site but only a few drawings as the project had just begun... looking at it now, it has come a far way! Well done to the artist, brilliant idea.
Great I had all 5 of the games announced months ago, but was still happy getting them on the 3ds, and while I still have most of the games, Kirby and Fire Emblem I've never had or played, and I really look forward to replaying these games!
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Re: Feature: All Hail The Game Boy Micro, The Sexiest And Most Impractical Game Boy Ever
Awh, great article. Had almost forgotten about the Micro.
Re: Feature: The 50 Best Nintendo 3DS Games Of All Time - Zelda, Pokémon, Animal Crossing And More
Heads-up guys: LOZ: Ocarina of Time didn't launch with the 3DS, it came out about 3 months after the handheld was released. PilotWings, Ridge Racer and Street Fighter IV were the big launch games!
Re: Feature: Predicting Super Bowl LIII with Super Smash. Bros Ultimate
Exceptional content
Re: Feature: Game Of The Year 2018 - Staff Awards
Deserved - Smash is fantastic.
Re: Feature: A Recap Of Nintendo Life Reviews In 2018
Keep up the great work!
Re: Get Discounts On Zelda, Yoshi And Lots More Games In The Latest US My Nintendo Rewards
It's easy to ignore these discounts because they're so frequently terrible, but at least the selection of games for this update is of a high-quality and relatively new, especially on 3DS.
Re: Nintendo Download: 27th September (Europe)
@Drcharlenstein right - my understanding is that the game can't be accessed without a pre-order, which seems ridiculous. I'd really like it but won't be getting the game for another couple of weeks. Perhaps people will be selling digital codes over the coming weeks, but it would be better if there was some way of unlocking it in-game.
Re: Nintendo Download: 27th September (Europe)
Anyone know if it's possible to get DBZ Super Butoden on Switch without a pre-order of Dragon Ball FighterZ?
Re: Talking Point: Do We Still Need Review Scores?
I like Nintendolife's scoring method and hope it stays but I also completely understand other outlets and reviewers frustrations when it comes to people simply judging a game, review or reviewers by a single metric.
Re: Review: Super Mario Odyssey (Switch)
The kind of game that people buy a console for. I can't wait to play.
Re: Review: The King of Fighters 2000 (Switch eShop / Neo Geo)
Great review Chris!
Re: No Really, Ubisoft Is Going To Release A New Wii Game In 2017
Both bemused and delighted that Daniel O'Donnell got a shout-out on a Nintendolife article.
Re: Xenoblade Chronicles X
Going to set aside a few days when this comes out. Looks incredible.
Re: Feature: The Final Xenoblade Chronicles X Presentation - Dolls and Online Features
This game has the potential to be INCREDIBLE. Like, one of the best of all-time good. It seems to be absolutely massive, I can't wait to set a few days aside when it's released and really get into it. With each new set of details, the game appears to get better and better. Can't wait
Re: Official Nintendo Magazine Announces Closure in the UK
Sad news
Re: Review: Fantasy Life (3DS)
Another quality game on. 3DS. Looks like it's going to be a strong end to the year.
Re: Xenoblade's Shulk Confirmed For Super Smash Bros. During Japanese Nintendo Direct
Delighted, intend to use him regularly and great to see the game represented.
Re: Poll: Which is Your Favourite Super Smash Bros. Challenger So Far?
Another fascinating poll, Robin and Yoshi for me!
Re: Poll: Which Is The Best Legend Of Zelda Game?
Really interesting poll! I gave Minish cap some love, I really enjoyed that game.
Re: Shu Takumi and Shintaro Kojima Shed Some Light On The Great Ace Attorney
I believe in them. Should be great. Hope Phoenix makes a return at some point, though.
Re: Feature: Time For a Super Smash Bros. New Challenger Screenshot Blowout
Yoshi. Just Yoshi.
Re: Month of Yoshi: Guide for Beginner Yoshi Owners
This is great!
Re: Nintendo Confirms Club Nintendo Promotion for Free Pokémon X Or Pokémon Y Download
Great promotion, if I didn't already have one this would entice me, Pokémon games rarely lower in price, more of an incentive.
Re: Professor Layton Vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Box Art Enters The Courtroom
Literally waiting years for this... out 3 days before my birthday! Can't wait!
Re: King Dedede to Wield the Mallet as the Latest Challenger in New Super Smash Bros.
Always happy to see a new character, the more the merrier. I see another newcomer being announced soon, and hopefully more screens of the 3DS edition. And Yoshi. Definitely Yoshi.
Re: The 3DS Was The UK's Top-Selling Games System in 2013
It keeps being said over and over again, and I can see how it makes no difference at this point, but if they had just changed the name to "Wii 2" instead of "Wii U", I firmly believe it would have made a genuine difference.
Re: Review: Dr. Luigi (Wii U eShop)
More Brain Training... if you know what I mean.
Re: New Ace Attorney Title Confirmed to be in Development
After Just Finishing DD, I can only hope it's on 3DS. Far Moe suited to handheld gameplay in my opinion. Thankfully Layton x Wright is in the pipeline!
Re: Video: Snazzy New Trailer Shows Off Wii U Exclusives
Project X looks amazing.
Re: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies Storms to the Top of the Japanese Charts
Great to see the 3DS doing so well. Not so long ago, it was in the same position as WII U is now, and people across the board were claiming it was not going to be a success, and it pulled through. Hopefully WII U can as well.
Fantastic to see AA doing well too
Re: Rumour: EA Looking into Taking on More Sports Franchises
GAA.
Re: Nintendo Direct: Watch The North American Presentation Live
So many great new games coming out... and the Wii U keeps getting better and better, with genuinely intuitive and different features like the Google Street View App being added as well as in-game miiverse interaction, I can't wait till Summer
Re: Paper Mario: Sticker Star Advert Gets Literal
Very cool, great game too.
Re: Review: Assassin's Creed III (Wii U)
Great to see that 3rd party games are starting off rather well. Hope it continues!
Re: 47,096 Perler Beads Made This Awesome Chrono Trigger Artwork
Amazing.
Re: Hardware Review: Wii U
I thought this was a fantastic, informative review. Sadly, I have exams next year so I won't be getting the console until summer, but great to know it's started promisingly, and the gamepad works well. Ridiculously happy to hear the touch screen is precise, I feel bad using a DS's touchscreen in the fear of scratching.
Re: Professor Layton vs Ace Attorney is "Progressing Well"
Good to hear it's going well, thought I might point out that it's spelt Phoenix* Wright.
@Flowerlark I am sorry, but you are wrong.
Re: Out Now: New Super Mario Bros. 2 Hops Into Europe
For-a-me, it's a purchase.
Re: More Fire Emblem DLC On Its Way To Japan This Month
Can't wait. The sooner this hits Europe, the better!
Re: Planning To Download New Super Mario Bros. 2? You'll Need About 45 Minutes
From the occasional PSN download, while slow, I find 45 minutes to be reasonable. Especially when it comes to sleep mode downloads.
Re: Review: New Super Mario Bros. 2 (3DS)
Can't wait. Loved the first two, and for now at least, perfectly ok with more of the same. Also, its been a surprisingly long time since I've had need to use my beloved 3ds, so hopefully it will be the beginning of a few more solid months gaming!
Re: Feature: Our Top Ten eShop Games
Good list, glad to see VVVVVV at the top. Downloading it, I was taking a chance but I got a sufficient amount of playtime out of it, well worth the purchase.
Re: How Many of These 375 NES Illustrations Can You Recognise?
I remember when this project began and there was an article about on this site but only a few drawings as the project had just begun... looking at it now, it has come a far way! Well done to the artist, brilliant idea.
Re: Review: Kirby's Block Ball (3DS Virtual Console / Game Boy)
May well buy this, looks good.
Re: 3DS Ambassador Game Boy Advance Games Revealed
Great I had all 5 of the games announced months ago, but was still happy getting them on the 3ds, and while I still have most of the games, Kirby and Fire Emblem I've never had or played, and I really look forward to replaying these games!
Re: 3DS Ambassador GBA Games Out Friday in Europe
Fire Emblem! Made my day!
Re: More Mario Kart 7 Courses Revealed
Really looking forward to this
Sooooo many games though, but I suppose, no bad thing!
Re: Here's 60 Pokemon Codes for Pokedex 3D
I like the 3D dex. It's quite cool. And free!
Re: Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D Utilises Home Console Assets
This sounds great! Can't wait for both titles
Re: Happy Two-Year "Nintendo Life" Anniversary
Probably the best, and my most trusted Nintendo site on the interweb. Well done guys