@xInsomniax there was one for beyonetta 2 last month, but I miss the regular Nintendo Directs... I think part of the reason for not having one is because of Iwata's health problems. (I think he said something about that in the Japanese Nintendo Direct a little while ago)
@AENIGMA I think he is talking about a different problem than you mentioned, but I have the same hard drive and my Wii u has been freezing. I will give that a try, thanks!
@DiscoGentleman overall it is mainly the same, but there are some games that are only in Japan and there are a few games that are also missing from it. There are a few exclusive eShop titles, but I haven't looked into very many of them. Also there is Nintendo Game Seminar 2013 which has 4 free games which I found fairly fun. As for exclusive Wii U games, there is Yakuza 1&2(haven't tried yet, but there is a demo), Taiko no Tatsujin Wii U version and Puyopuyo Tetris.
Also most games are more expensive (partly due to the tax recently increasing to 10%), Fatal Frame V is about $88...
@DiscoGentleman I got one when I was there last year and I have enjoyed it quite a bit even though the only exclusive games I own are on the virtual console. It came with NSMBU and Wii Party U(don't own the NA version of this) and I also got MK8 for the promotion since some games weren't available for NA... I am also thinking of getting Fatal Frame, but I've never played the series before.
Also if you plan to buy the digital version, make sure you get the 32GB (unless you have a hard drive) which will also get you points towards nintendo network premium/digital deluxe. The game is around 14GB by the way.
I'm not really sure about that since there wouldn't be a whole lot of people getting a 3DS and especially Wii U from more than one region. (Although I do have a NA and Japanese version of each myself).
@3dcaleb oh, sorry. I had given it away to a friend last night. At least the demo will have 30 uses though. That should hopefully be enough until the full game comes out.
@SkywardLink98 the one being released now will have 30 uses, but I have one more left I can give to you if you want. I did offer it to a couple friends first though so it would depend on if they reply/want it by the time I get off work (6pm pacific)
@BensonUii @luke88 same here, but I have a Japanese Wii U and the MK8 promotion for Japan allowed me to play 2 of 6 games for a month then get 40% off both if I buy it. 1 game I chose was W101 and I enjoyed it a lot. But I think it is still cheaper on my NA Wii U ($30-35?) compared to roughly ¥4200.
@baba_944 If you aren't signed into miiverse on your phone/computer, it will ask you to sign in after you click on the size of the picture that you want.
Accidentally voted Wind Waker HD >.< it is a great game of course(what Zelda isn't? Haha), but I meant to tap on Majora's Mask. And Link'sAwakening DX would be second place(only 2%? )
Also there is an extra update for NA at least. https://miiverse.nintendo.net/posts/AYMHAAACAADMUKl2iyg7gQ Posts from verified accounts will appear in the language you currently have set and you can choose to view them in other languages too.(such as French, Spanish and Portuguese)
While I found boxing a bit difficult at first, I was able to get used to the controls and it wasn't too much of a problem. I do not like the single wii remote at all though.
Starfox is something I've been waiting for for awhile, but I guess since it has pretty much only been announced it isn't my top pick. Loved Zelda the most, but Smash Bros.(plus the tournament) and Splatoon are close second/thirds.
Dang, was hoping to see more GBA virtual console... Fire Emblem just came out on the Japanese Wii U and I've been waiting to play it again(the saving broke on my GBA cartridge...)
I would get game and wario or sonic lost world if it was for wii u, I own the games that are available for na(although wii play u is on my Japanese wii u) so I'll probably get an English version of it now. Wanted lost world for the Zelda dlc(downloaded, but I don't have the game yet).
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Re: Super Smash Bros. for Wii U Live Nintendo Direct to Introduce "50 New Things"
I always have work when these happen
Well, looking forward to watching it when I get off work!
Re: Japan Is Getting A Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Nintendo Direct This Week
@xInsomniax there was one for beyonetta 2 last month, but I miss the regular Nintendo Directs... I think part of the reason for not having one is because of Iwata's health problems. (I think he said something about that in the Japanese Nintendo Direct a little while ago)
Re: Wii U System Update 5.2.0 Brings Folders, New UI Design and More
@AENIGMA I think he is talking about a different problem than you mentioned, but I have the same hard drive and my Wii u has been freezing. I will give that a try, thanks!
Re: Nintendo Download: 25th September (North America)
@DiscoGentleman overall it is mainly the same, but there are some games that are only in Japan and there are a few games that are also missing from it. There are a few exclusive eShop titles, but I haven't looked into very many of them. Also there is Nintendo Game Seminar 2013 which has 4 free games which I found fairly fun. As for exclusive Wii U games, there is Yakuza 1&2(haven't tried yet, but there is a demo), Taiko no Tatsujin Wii U version and Puyopuyo Tetris.
Also most games are more expensive (partly due to the tax recently increasing to 10%), Fatal Frame V is about $88...
Re: Nintendo Download: 25th September (North America)
@DiscoGentleman I got one when I was there last year and I have enjoyed it quite a bit even though the only exclusive games I own are on the virtual console. It came with NSMBU and Wii Party U(don't own the NA version of this) and I also got MK8 for the promotion since some games weren't available for NA... I am also thinking of getting Fatal Frame, but I've never played the series before.
Also if you plan to buy the digital version, make sure you get the 32GB (unless you have a hard drive) which will also get you points towards nintendo network premium/digital deluxe. The game is around 14GB by the way.
Re: Nintendo Region Locks Consoles To Get More Hardware Sales, Says Mitchell Corp Boss
I'm not really sure about that since there wouldn't be a whole lot of people getting a 3DS and especially Wii U from more than one region. (Although I do have a NA and Japanese version of each myself).
Re: Nintendo Download: 18th September (North America)
@3dcaleb oh, sorry. I had given it away to a friend last night. At least the demo will have 30 uses though. That should hopefully be enough until the full game comes out.
Re: Nintendo Download: 18th September (North America)
@darklinkinfinite ya the demo will have 30 uses. I believe it was said when the download codes were announced. Also the Japanese demo has 30 uses.
Re: Nintendo Download: 18th September (North America)
@SkywardLink98 the one being released now will have 30 uses, but I have one more left I can give to you if you want. I did offer it to a couple friends first though so it would depend on if they reply/want it by the time I get off work (6pm pacific)
Re: Retailer Lists Super Smash Bros. Wii U for 21st November
I saw a picture that had another part attached to that which said something like release date subject to change so I wouldn't call it confirmed yet.
Re: Nintendo Download: 11th September (North America)
Still holding onto a little hope for Fire Emblem(7)...
Re: Video: Watch Us Crack Some Skulls In The 3DS Super Smash Bros. Demo
@PvtOttobot Murabito is how you say villager in Japanese.
Re: You Can Dress Up As Fox McCloud Thanks To Bayonetta 2's Star Fox Costume
@BensonUii @luke88 same here, but I have a Japanese Wii U and the MK8 promotion for Japan allowed me to play 2 of 6 games for a month then get 40% off both if I buy it. 1 game I chose was W101 and I enjoyed it a lot. But I think it is still cheaper on my NA Wii U ($30-35?) compared to roughly ¥4200.
Re: Reaction: Picking Apart The New Nintendo 3DS And New 3DS XL
@Hy8ogen I guess so and it appears that the new 3ds won't come to the west until 2015 so I'm kind of fine with that now.
Re: Reaction: Picking Apart The New Nintendo 3DS And New 3DS XL
@Hy8ogen unfortunately, it has already been sent... I decided to finally get an XL since Nintendo just started selling refurbished Zelda XLs.
Re: Reaction: Picking Apart The New Nintendo 3DS And New 3DS XL
I just ordered a refurbished XL...
Re: Microsoft's Phil Spencer Lays Down Ice Bucket Challenge to Reggie Fils-Aime and Shuhei Yoshida
@PvtOttobot he might blow up if he does do it though haha
Re: Nintendo's At It Again With Another Majora's Mask Tease
@baba_944 If you aren't signed into miiverse on your phone/computer, it will ask you to sign in after you click on the size of the picture that you want.
Re: Nintendo's At It Again With Another Majora's Mask Tease
@bezerker99 @baba_944 I made a Japanese NNID that will allow you to download the wallpaper. Username: tlozwall Password: tlozwall1
Re: Nintendo's At It Again With Another Majora's Mask Tease
@bezerker99 you need to be signed in to a Japanese NNID, but I will create one for anyone to use in a bit. I will also make a forum post with it.
Re: Poll: Which Is The Best Legend Of Zelda Game?
Accidentally voted Wind Waker HD >.< it is a great game of course(what Zelda isn't? Haha), but I meant to tap on Majora's Mask. And Link'sAwakening DX would be second place(only 2%? )
Re: Miiverse Update Allows You To List Favourite Game Genres and Add Lines To Posts
Also there is an extra update for NA at least. https://miiverse.nintendo.net/posts/AYMHAAACAADMUKl2iyg7gQ Posts from verified accounts will appear in the language you currently have set and you can choose to view them in other languages too.(such as French, Spanish and Portuguese)
Re: Review: Wii Sports Club: Baseball + Boxing (Wii U eShop)
While I found boxing a bit difficult at first, I was able to get used to the controls and it wasn't too much of a problem. I do not like the single wii remote at all though.
Re: Reaction: Our Thoughts on Nintendo's Big Day at E3
So are we not going to get a Mario Ballet?
Re: Poll: Your Favourite Showing from Nintendo During E3 Day One
Starfox is something I've been waiting for for awhile, but I guess since it has pretty much only been announced it isn't my top pick. Loved Zelda the most, but Smash Bros.(plus the tournament) and Splatoon are close second/thirds.
Re: E3 2014: Wii U Legend Of Zelda Revealed, Confirmed For 2015 Release
I just noticed that Link is right-handed in that trailer...I miss lefty Link
Re: Play: The Nintendo Life Mario Kart 8 GP Is Now Open
Just joined. My Mii's name is かずお
Re: Star Fox's Iconic Blue-Marine Is Descending To Steel Diver: Sub Wars
I just got the full version just for the blue marine!
Re: Review: Ittle Dew (Wii U eShop)
Never really bothered to look at this, but I think I want it now. Haha
Re: Play: Mario Kart 8 With Nintendo Life on Twitch - Live!
I've gotten hit by so many green shells >.<
Re: Play: Mario Kart 8 With Nintendo Life on Twitch - Live!
Slowly catching up to Anthony.
Re: Play: Mario Kart 8 With Nintendo Life on Twitch - Live!
Woo! Got first in that race!
Re: Play: Mario Kart 8 With Nintendo Life on Twitch - Live!
I hate pirannha plants...
Re: Play: Mario Kart 8 With Nintendo Life on Twitch - Live!
Just joined. I'm かずお from Japan. (I'm in Canada but bought this on my Japanese Wii U)
Re: Pullblox/Fallblox Sequel Coming to Wii U eShop in Japan on 19th June
Never played a game in this series, but it looks pretty interesting so I will probably buy this when it comes out.
Re: Pullblox/Fallblox Sequel Coming to Wii U eShop in Japan on 19th June
Never played a game in this series, but it looks pretty interesting so I will probably buy this when it comes out.
Re: Best Buy's 'Smash-Fest' Venues, Perks and Demo Details Confirmed
Is this only in the states? I could have sworn they said North America when it was announced... Please come to Canada
Re: Feature: A Week of Super Smash Bros. Wii U and 3DS Screens - Issue Thirty Nine
We like Ike! (Or I do at least)
Re: NPD Q1 Spend Shows 1% Drop Despite Substantial Hardware Boost
@Hy8ogen do those glasses happen to shield us from laser death ray eyes?
Re: Video: The Latest Mario Kart 8 Commercial is Possibly the Strangest Yet
@Turnip haha, I loved that commercial!
Re: Round Table: Let's Discuss Our Hopes and Dreams for Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
https://scontent-a-iad.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t1.0-9/10300113_684565244950309_3012041650001309619_n.jpg my friend showed me this.
Re: Tecmo Koei Hopeful That Hyrule Warriors Will Tap Into Zelda Fanbase and Hit One Million Sales
So far, the only Warriors game that I've played is Samurai Warriors 3, but I enjoyed it a lot so I will definitely buy this(plus it's Zelda!).
Re: Nintendo Download: 15th May (North America)
Dang, was hoping to see more GBA virtual console... Fire Emblem just came out on the Japanese Wii U and I've been waiting to play it again(the saving broke on my GBA cartridge...)
Re: Feature: What Can We Expect From Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire?
@Portal_King didn't it say "you are being watched" or something like that when you went in? Thinking back, it seems like that guy was really creepy...
Re: Feature: What Can We Expect From Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire?
All I want to see is for the secret bases to return and to be like the Ruby/Saphire/Emerald ones. hint*streetpass*hint
Re: Pokkén Fighters and Pokkén Tournament Trademarks Emerge in Europe
@ThomasBW84 actually it is just regular blaziken and lucario in the video, not their mega evolutions.
Re: Weirdness: Monster Hunter 10th Anniversary Merchandise Includes Electric Guitars and Golf Gear
Looks like I'm going to have to take up electric guitar, or golfing.
Re: Activision Enlists Kevin Spacey To Sell Call Of Duty: Advanced Warfare's New Brand Of Combat
It looks interesting, but MW3 was my least favourite CoD so I'm not sure if I will enjoy this one.
Re: Mario Kart 8 Club Nintendo Promotion Offers a Free Wii U Game
I would get game and wario or sonic lost world if it was for wii u, I own the games that are available for na(although wii play u is on my Japanese wii u) so I'll probably get an English version of it now. Wanted lost world for the Zelda dlc(downloaded, but I don't have the game yet).
Re: Greninja Strikes a Pose in These Super Smash Bros. Screens
@siconlol Looks like Link is the real ninja here.