Starsunder
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Maaaaaan shit I am hype for Mario U. Directly into my veins!
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GameInformer Oct WiiU Info (NSMBU/NintendoLand) [Don't Post Scans, Even Digital Ones]
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Alex
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Man, if that's the case...
That's basically what Super Mario World did, but then again Super Mario World had it's own aesthetic and assets. This sounds different, however, I mean they did mention already that the desert one had melting food items.
A big new set of level themes and a new soundtrack would make me very happy, and that's a little sad. :lol
Mid boss yeah.
Nocturnowl
Member
Castle Boss in NSMB, Tower and Castle in NSMBWii, Castle Boss in NSMB2
It graduated to the big time, personally I want something new.
Jump on Meta Ridley's back!
That would be fucking awesome. Actually, I do remember seeing a Meta Ridley animatronic out in the hub back during E3.
The boss theme in nsmb wii and 2 are similar to boom booms theme, but they arent the same. Its an original theme.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5pMBdbBu7I&feature=youtube_gdata_player
I do agree that after being used twice consecutively, we need a new main castle boss theme. Is pretty catchy though.
Nocturnowl
Member
Oh yeah, complete brain lapse on my part, that similar start up just popped into my head and I was like yeah, it's definitely Boom Boom's theme.
MisterLuffy
Member
I really do enjoy and adore Super Mario World, I can't wait for NSMBU to come out. I'm excited and satisfied with the direction of this game.
NSMBU already has a few things I've been wanting from the series -- much better world map, more alternate routes, and some new and interesting world themes. Hopefully they work in some new enemy designs and I'll be extremely pleased with the package, sans the art/music issues that won't be changing.
I'll take Boost Rush and probably enjoy it as well, but it's not something I was really looking for in my Mario, and I'm kind of curious how it will work if there are any levels that require you to stop, have to change to vertical platforming, or have to ride on platforms... To remedy this, I'd imagine that auto-scroll for Boost Rush varies in speed, maintains a relatively low constant speed, or perhaps the mode is only available on certain levels.
I'll take Boost Rush and probably enjoy it as well, but it's not something I was really looking for in my Mario, and I'm kind of curious how it will work if there are any levels that require you to stop, have to change to vertical platforming, or have to ride on platforms... To remedy this, I'd imagine that auto-scroll for Boost Rush varies in speed, maintains a relatively low constant speed, or perhaps the mode is only available on certain levels.
cartman414
Member
SMW didn't have enough high intensity platforming.
It's fine if they keep the explorable world map, but I hope they also keep the option to instantly jump from one world to another.
The Mana Legend
Banned
This game is one step closer to the first excellent 2D Mario game in forever.
Now all that's needed is an upgrade in the music, which still sounds pretty terrible.
Now all that's needed is an upgrade in the music, which still sounds pretty terrible.
Out of Working Order
Member
You know, the tornado one could just be a spin on the rocky mountain world.
Chet Rippo
Member
You mean Chocolate Island, Choco Mountain is a Mario Kart 64 racetrack.
They did say though that the cake desert has melting desserts in the background, so who knows?
Mihael Mello Keehl
Banned
Nope but layer cake desert has melting desserts and I didnt even see it yet! HYPE!
I'm thinking the "melting desserts" will be quicksand.
The tornado one is most likely Valley of Bowser or something.
Updated the Metroid Blast info with some info on controllers/stages including the fact that you'll have Samus' trademark grapple
- one player flies Samus' ship using the GamePad and screen
- 4 Wii MotionPlus players (plus Nunchuk) try to shoot down the ship
- no radar available
- includes a lava-filled Norfair map
- this map features a mechanical Kraid that players can grapple up
- one player flies Samus' ship using the GamePad and screen
- 4 Wii MotionPlus players (plus Nunchuk) try to shoot down the ship
- no radar available
- includes a lava-filled Norfair map
- this map features a mechanical Kraid that players can grapple up
abstract alien
Member
Shit, almost read the descriptions of the different worlds. Can't be spoiling myself, but the bits I read sound nice. Will buy digital copy so it's always available without hassle.
shadyspace
Banned
If I'm in a position to have people to play it with I might actually get Nintendo land.
Do we know if any other mini-games require the MotionPlus add-on? I've got two controllers equipped with it (each from game bundles), but my other two are without
I can only think of one friend who has the add-on as well.Yeah I'll definitely be picking it up since I enjoyed Wii Sports for the first year quite a bit with friends. I'm kind of worried that some of these games just won't play as well with only two or three people... it definitely seems like 3 - 5 will be required for most of them, which is a bummer. I won't have a problem getting 4 or 5 people together at times, but I enjoyed always being able to play Wii Sports with just one or two others. I'm really hoping it's a pack-in for this reason... I won't shell out 40 - 60 bucks for a game I won't be able to have much fun with unless I have a full group of people
I hope this uses the same art style as that Ridley robot in the E3 trailer. If so...HYPE GET!
If... NintendoLand has online... with Metroid Blast.. I'd be there Day one.
Though Balloon Trip Breeze at least kind of hints at online leaderboards with Miiverse, but this is Nintendo.
Do we know if any other mini-games require the MotionPlus add-on? I've got two controllers equipped with it (each from game bundles), but my other two are without
Ideally it should vary, from what I've played of Luigi's Mansion/Animal Crossing, those don't require motion controls at all.. so in theory should work with standard Wiimotes
Do we know if any other mini-games require the MotionPlus add-on? I've got two controllers equipped with it (each from game bundles), but my other two are without
I'd have to think that the Zelda game requires it, as it looks like the sword mechanics are directly out of Skyward Sword.
chertipros
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I really wish the nintendoland theme park was more than just a tiny little hub. It should be more open IMO. Still going to be fun regardless though
Host Samurai
Member
The only negative on Mario is that Boom Boom is just going to be recycled 7x. They should try and make some interesting boss fights like in Yoshi's Island or Galaxy. Such a wasted opportunity.
NotoriousLynx
Banned
And my hopes for Nintendo Land sky rocketed. It was already the third game I plan to get with the Wii U and one of the only games I followed this year. I know each of the games are going to be on par with the simplicity of Wii Sport's games, but I'd really like to see Metroid Blaster become a standalone game if its well done; maybe I'm too optimistic, but it seems like a possibility. Lets hope for a sequel to Nintendo Land: Nintendo World (or better yet, an actual amusement park).
Perhaps they'll mix it up a bit.. lady Boom Boom (who's name escapes me), Reznor and Boom Boom.
Do we know if any other mini-games require the MotionPlus add-on? I've got two controllers equipped with it (each from game bundles), but my other two are without
Honestly, even though I only have 1 motion+ wiimote, I hope the WiiU requires it for all WiiU wiimote games. It's just so much better for motion control, and having the old wiimote will split the userbase, and developers won't support 'mote+ as much.
Yeah. I was excited about Reznor being used in NSMB2 but smh at what they actually did.
TheUnknownForce
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Wasn't naming Yoshi's Island SMW2 all NOA's fault? In Japan it was just called Super Mario: Yoshi's Island; it was never meant to be a direct sequel when it was being produced from the looks of it. It's like saying Super Mario Bros. USA was in fact intended to be a true sequel to Super Mario Bros. when it was first being made.
I do understand your sentiments though. I think the reason there is less "taking 2D to the next level" is that projects cost a hell of a lot more and take a lot more time to produce. They need to ensure each game sells. Nintendo is not the only company which has done constant sequels with little change to the methodology of the game. There are not many games nowadays whose sequels are absolutely drastic changes from the original.
friskykillface
Banned
All those metroid bits sound good but once again, i have no one to play with
Online online online, does it need to be said 646568677656555787787 times
Hyped for new super mario brothers wii u, hopefully its longer the NSMB2
Online online online, does it need to be said 646568677656555787787 times
Hyped for new super mario brothers wii u, hopefully its longer the NSMB2
AkimbO_Arcana
Banned
I'm in love with NintendoLand already! Seriously, it sounds better and better.
Thanks. Hopefully they phase out the sale of non-MP controllers altogether soon if they haven't already. And bring the price down while they're at it (the tech is getting pretty old now anyway, and it looks like it's here to stay for another 5 years or so). I think I'd prefer if they kept the ratio of games that don't require MP support around 2:1. I definitely want it there, but not it too high of a quantity.
Edit:
I'm torn between the issue, because I feel the same as you, really. The problem is that among my friends, my house is generally the place to game since I have every system, lots of controllers/accessories, etc. and I really don't want the burden of buying more MP add-ons is all
Especially if there's a game or two in the launch window that's going to make me want to dish out the cash for a second GamePad... ugh, I'll probably put that off for a bit, actually.Freezie KO
Banned
NSMB U sounds tired. So now they're imitating SMW instead of SMB3. Hooray?
I'd prefer less emphasis on exploration, especially given the terrible placement of secrets in NSMB2. Platforming is more fun than exploration.
I'd prefer less emphasis on exploration, especially given the terrible placement of secrets in NSMB2. Platforming is more fun than exploration.
While I haven't played NSMB2, these two things certainly aren't mutually exclusive. And if NSMB2 was lackluster in regard to exploration, hopefully the execution is improved in this version. The information above is touting non-gameplay features for the most part, all of which sound great. Platforming is certainly more fun than exploration, but exploration enhances the overall package. I think everybody here wants a solid platformer that improves upon NSMBW and 3DL (edit: and NSMB2, as I said I didn't play it), each of which were marred by a more simplistic early game when it came to the platforming.
ZeroGravity
Member
New Super Mario World sounds great. SMB3 is by far my favorite 2D Mario but they've kind of tapped that well dry. At least I hope this shuts people up a bit about "all the NSMB games are the same."
Probably won't have to wait that long since the GI screens seem to show that footage will be online included with the article.