I completely agree with Dazza above. And personally I've been sold on many games by playing the demo. Wii needs a more intimate system, right now everything's clunky, impersonal, and a pain to navigate.
Well there's not really anything I see here that catches my interest. Back to XBLA... Speaking of which- If any of you have a 360, I'd highly recommend Shadow Complex and/or Trials HD. Both excellent games, and highly addictive.
I like the approach, but there should be another way to get Nintendo's attention. I'm sure they have a long list of games people want- Nintendo surely knows that some fans would like such a game. I think if Nintendo saw an opportunity to make SSB:DS and thought it would sell well, they'd make it. I'm just a man, and I can see that this game might be a bad business decision- SSB is probably better left on a home console, especially considering how high-octane the game is. I used to wish for a portable version too, but now I think I'd rather see other games come to my DS.
@TourianTourist: Thanks, that's good to know- I appreciate it. Now I recall that you can indeed save data on SD- a friend mentioned he had the same problem you did when trying to transfer his Brawl data. That's pretty frustrating considering it's such a popular Wii game! Well take care of your console, cuz if you have to send it in, it's likely you won't get that data back.
As for the 360 issue, it's amazing how many people have encountered problems! Even I have had issues and I've owned an Elite 360 for about 5 months now. But I have to say, the online community is so great and the games so epic that I'd do anything to repair it. XD Xbox Live is a killer service- not necessarily because I say so- but because of the fact that not only the hardware is faulty, you have to pay for a gold membership. Meaning that if so many people still participate in Live, with both of these points considered, it must be damn good.
My Wii shorted out somehow and I ended up having to send it in to Nintendo. I paid them 70-80 bucks for the whole deal, which I can't complain about too much. I think it never should have happened though (I take good care of my hardware). If only Nintendo would create external hard drives! I had to download every game again (I have a LOT of VC/WiiWare). This was all before the SD card update, of course. And unfortunately all of my retail game data (Mario Galaxy, Zelda TP) was annihilated.
So it can be frustrating when your Wii needs to be repaired, but it's not nearly as frustrating as the fact that all data and downloadable content is contained the console, rather than external memory like the 360.. But now that I think about it.. Can you copy your save files from Wii games to an SD card? I assume you can, but I still have to complain about the hard drive issue.
I think it's funny that it was used for DSi advertisement! XD It's seems I just missed it though- it appears someone has already taken it down. Oh well.
@Chicken Brutus: I'm glad someone stepped in and stopped the whole "first!" thing- that gets irritating, and I'm simply a reader. Also, same thing with the "Corbie only gives 7's". Both of those type comments are indeed old- I was actually wanting to inquire about that a while back. Anywho, cheers to more engaging comments!
The Facebook functionality is awesome- I'm glad they finally did this. It takes a lot longer to upload them to a computer and then post. Thanks Nintendo!
Think of the app as a way of "going green". Sure you could buy a notepad and pencil, easy. But think of how enviromentally friendly you'll be carrying your DSi instead, and you'll look much cooler doing so.
I don't understand why everyone is offended by the language. "you should probably take a look at yourself and grow up." How about you grow up and stop making such a big deal? I'd think letting something like "Cockawesome" offend you is a sign of immaturity.
I use XBLA a lot too, and honestly, I would've gotten this on there anyway. If they bring the original to the Wii VC, I'll probably get that instead though.
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Re: WiiWare Needs More Exposure, Says Former XBLA Manager
I completely agree with Dazza above. And personally I've been sold on many games by playing the demo. Wii needs a more intimate system, right now everything's clunky, impersonal, and a pain to navigate.
Re: Trent Reznor Big Fan of Nintendo
I love Trent, it's cool to hear his take on the console wars. I'm actually listening to NIN now, it was surprising to see this article.
Re: Square Enix Prez Stares Into Crystal Ball; Sees New Wii in 2011
So the next Wii will have the current 360/PS3 specs? Bad idea, bad idea...
Re: Top 20 WiiWare Games in USA (11th Sept)
Started playing Contra ReBirth last night- it's not Contra 4, nor is it even 3, but still a hardcore game nonetheless.
Re: Super Meat Boy Development Update
Once it comes out, I'm gonna beat that Meat.
Re: First Impressions: Classic Controller Pro
Well, I suppose it's time to sell both of the old classic controllers on ebay. I never used them, unless I really had to (SNES VC games).
Re: NinjaBee and Grubby Games Announce The Amazing Brain Train for WiiWare
My brain is sufficiently trained at the moment. Pass.
Edit: I do admire the fact that they're trying to make "brain training" more fun with quests/trophies. We'll see how it develops.
Re: Rage of the Gladiator Horlan the Crusher Trailer and Exclusive MP3
I'm really enjoying the characters in the game. This time it's a bull-man with a bull belt buckle! That's one badass bull.
Re: Metroid Prime: Trilogy Now Available for Wii
This is great! It's too bad I have so many games to finish... I'll have to wait on this one.
Re: Nintendo Download: Jedis, Drills and Bubbles (US)
Well there's not really anything I see here that catches my interest. Back to XBLA... Speaking of which- If any of you have a 360, I'd highly recommend Shadow Complex and/or Trials HD. Both excellent games, and highly addictive.
Re: Flipnote Petition Says "We Want Smash Bros. DS!"
I like the approach, but there should be another way to get Nintendo's attention. I'm sure they have a long list of games people want- Nintendo surely knows that some fans would like such a game. I think if Nintendo saw an opportunity to make SSB:DS and thought it would sell well, they'd make it. I'm just a man, and I can see that this game might be a bad business decision- SSB is probably better left on a home console, especially considering how high-octane the game is. I used to wish for a portable version too, but now I think I'd rather see other games come to my DS.
Re: Wii "Most Reliable Console of This Generation"
@TourianTourist: Thanks, that's good to know- I appreciate it. Now I recall that you can indeed save data on SD- a friend mentioned he had the same problem you did when trying to transfer his Brawl data. That's pretty frustrating considering it's such a popular Wii game! Well take care of your console, cuz if you have to send it in, it's likely you won't get that data back.
Re: Wii "Most Reliable Console of This Generation"
As for the 360 issue, it's amazing how many people have encountered problems! Even I have had issues and I've owned an Elite 360 for about 5 months now. But I have to say, the online community is so great and the games so epic that I'd do anything to repair it. XD Xbox Live is a killer service- not necessarily because I say so- but because of the fact that not only the hardware is faulty, you have to pay for a gold membership. Meaning that if so many people still participate in Live, with both of these points considered, it must be damn good.
Re: Wii "Most Reliable Console of This Generation"
My Wii shorted out somehow and I ended up having to send it in to Nintendo. I paid them 70-80 bucks for the whole deal, which I can't complain about too much. I think it never should have happened though (I take good care of my hardware). If only Nintendo would create external hard drives! I had to download every game again (I have a LOT of VC/WiiWare). This was all before the SD card update, of course. And unfortunately all of my retail game data (Mario Galaxy, Zelda TP) was annihilated.
So it can be frustrating when your Wii needs to be repaired, but it's not nearly as frustrating as the fact that all data and downloadable content is contained the console, rather than external memory like the 360.. But now that I think about it.. Can you copy your save files from Wii games to an SD card? I assume you can, but I still have to complain about the hard drive issue.
Re: Pokemon HeartGold/SoulSilver Get Western Release Window
Seems like a lot of people like Cyndaquil haha. I usually end up ditching my starter Pokemon, so it won't matter which I choose too much.
@Ezekiel: That's the best news ever- Kanto will be available! I'm officially sold.
Re: Cyber-Squatter Uses PSPgo's Web Domain to Pimp DSi
I think it's funny that it was used for DSi advertisement! XD It's seems I just missed it though- it appears someone has already taken it down. Oh well.
@Chicken Brutus: I'm glad someone stepped in and stopped the whole "first!" thing- that gets irritating, and I'm simply a reader. Also, same thing with the "Corbie only gives 7's". Both of those type comments are indeed old- I was actually wanting to inquire about that a while back. Anywho, cheers to more engaging comments!
Re: myNotebook Development Nearing Completion
Terranigma said, "I think I'll just buy an actual notebook."
Ditto. Well put.
Re: Review: The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (Game Boy)
This is one of my favorite Zelda games to date. Thanks for the review, Corbie- I completely agree with your score.
Re: Buy Metroid Prime Trilogy, Get the Original Metroid Free
The original Metroid is no incentive to buy the trilogy. It's nice and all, but seriously. That game is everywhere.
Re: The Portable SNES You've Always Wanted, But Can Never Have
@ccatron: Thanks for the post man- I'm entertaining the thought of acquiring a GP2X Wiz. XD
Re: NA DSi Owners to Get Facebook Functionality Tonight
The Facebook functionality is awesome- I'm glad they finally did this. It takes a lot longer to upload them to a computer and then post. Thanks Nintendo!
Re: First Video of myNotebook
Think of the app as a way of "going green". Sure you could buy a notepad and pencil, easy. But think of how enviromentally friendly you'll be carrying your DSi instead, and you'll look much cooler doing so.
Re: Scribblenauts GameStop Preorder Bonus For The Birds
OMG that's pretty awesome. Might have to pre-order the game now, seems like it'll be a barrel of fun.
Re: La Mulana Announcement and Trailer
Music and sprite style remind me of Golden Sun in a way.
Re: Nicalis and Nigoro Join Forces
Looking forward to the release of "both tittles" as the article puts it.
Re: La-Mulana Coming to WiiWare
"Those screenshots look simply gorgeous. My jaw hit the floor when I saw them."
My thoughts exactly! I can't wait to play this.
Re: Interviews: Super Meat Boy - Team Meat
I don't understand why everyone is offended by the language. "you should probably take a look at yourself and grow up." How about you grow up and stop making such a big deal? I'd think letting something like "Cockawesome" offend you is a sign of immaturity.
Re: The Legendary Starfy Avatar Contest Winner
"anthonyb's sawblade Starfy was one I really liked, but it was deemed ineligible because it wasn't set as his avatar."
Aww dang it!!!! Poo, I should've entered that one then! Well I feel honored anyway- thanks Corbie! I should've taken the hint haha!
Re: The Legendary Starfy Avatar Contest Winner
Great job to everyone! This was a lot of fun! There were some really creative avatars- I laugh every time I see Rabbi Starfy hahaha!
Re: The Legendary Starfy Avatar Contest
Weird. I just logged back in and my avatar had changed. o_O Oh well. Changed it back.
Blackdragon's luma avatar is my new fave! I'm playing through Galaxy now, and love those guys.
@KnucklesSonic8: Thanks man! I was thinking of incorporating Kirby at first, but it looks like great minds think alike.
Re: The Legendary Starfy Avatar Contest
@sirgrim: OMG That's hilarious!
Re: The Legendary Starfy Avatar Contest
@theblackdragon: Thanks! Awesome Starfy is AWESOME!
Here's another my friend and I did- Incubus-style Starfy. It's hard to see but he has a goatee. A fun one hehe.
Re: The Legendary Starfy Avatar Contest
Ok- added mine.
Re: Super Smash Bros. Available on VC This Friday
Very cool. Enjoy Europe!
Re: Turtles In Time Remake No Longer Coming To WiiWare?
I use XBLA a lot too, and honestly, I would've gotten this on there anyway. If they bring the original to the Wii VC, I'll probably get that instead though.
Re: Top 20 DSiWare Games in USA (10th June)
Good call, warioswoods. I work my points the same way.
Re: Top 20 DSiWare Games in USA (10th June)
Last night I downloaded Pictobits, Flip Champs, and MvDK. I'm pleased with them all.
Re: E3 2009: Nintendo's Announcements
E3 2009 is about to make my head explode.
Re: Nintendo Download: Flip Champs, Final Fantasy IV, Boulder Dash (US)
"Pass. $37 for a WiiWare game? Lmao, nice try Square."
Exactly.
Re: Nintendo Download: Space Harrier Arcade, Fish'em All and Art Style: NEMREM (EU)
Neato. I've never played any of the Harrier games, so maybe this will be the place to start. If it comes here, of course.
Re: Gladiator A.D. Trailer Is Ready To Shower You In Gore
@Monkeh: We shall see soon, my child. Soon. But I agree, not super impressed; I'll wait to make the judgment call.
Re: Alien Hominid Joins The Meat Team
Just beat the original Meat Boy w/ all band-aids! It's quite a trip! Check it out if you haven't! (Great time killer)
Re: Oh, So That's The E3 Dead Space: Extraction Demo
'second the "i cant wait to buy this!"'
Third.
Re: Alien Hominid Joins The Meat Team
Wow, that's incredible. I can't wait! It'd be cool to see one of the Castle Crashers in there too.
Re: First Impressions: Arkanoid Plus!
Not much of a fan either. They just released an Arkanoid game on XBLA too. They look about the same.
Re: Hackers Expand Wii Storage, Door Now Open To Filthy Pirates
Wow. The only thing I appreciate about this is the customizable interface of the Wii Menu.
Re: Nintendo Download: Popstars, WiiWare Remakes and Clay Fighting (US)
I'm happy. We've finally caught up on some of these great games. Downloading Bubble Bobble when I get home.
Re: Nintendo Confirms Metroid Prime Trilogy For Wii
WOOT WOOT! I wonder how good the multiplayer will be. Hopefully it won't be anything like MP2.
Re: NSFW: Zelda, Peach and Samus Shed Clothing In The Name Of Art
What Wiiloveit said. XD
Re: Nintendo Life Exclusive - Bit.Trip Core E3 Trailer
Looks pretty intense! I have yet to beat Growth in Beat hehe.