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Nintendo Delay-Age (Metroid Other M and S&P 2 Delayed)

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Dascu

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I'll echo the sentiments of several other posts here: I don't mind the releases being spread out a bit more, but I sure hope it's not delayed until Autumn, possibly with Zelda Wii being pushed into the next year.
 
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Regulus Tera

Romanes Eunt Domus
The S&P2 delay would hurt me more were it not for the fact that I've been playing the game since November.

It still sucks. Still, it helps the game since it's no longer sandwiched between NoA's two big releases for the summer. It helps it take the spotlight.
 
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Cdammen

Member
Hm... doesn't bother me that much. Monster Hunter Tri will get the play time it deserves and I still have a huuuge backlog of games I want to play on my Wii.
 
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Regulus Tera

Romanes Eunt Domus
You know, the S&P2 delay gives me more MH3 time. That's good, I guess.

ShockingAlberto said:
It's perhaps a tad bit early to be thinking about this, but I assume you're making the S&P2 NA thread, Regulus?
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Actually, I was assuming the "Western" thread would be the European one, since the game is coming out there earlier.

But no, I don't think I'm fit to make the thread. WAY too biased. I can help with... uh, coke and whores? I have no artistic abilities to speak of.
 
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JoshuaJSlone

Member
Skiesofwonder said:
You must of never owned a gamecube......
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Uhh, I think GameCube's holidays would be evidence that Metroid isn't the best holiday title. The biggest was 2003, the year they relied on price cuts and Zelda bundles rather than Metroid as in 2002/2004.
 
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Ranger X

Member
ShockingAlberto said:
A number of places, including Best Buy and Wal-Mart, changed the dates
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stores...
They read GAF and change their dates. lol
It's probably through because it actually make sense but I'll still wait for a confirmation.

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The Technomancer

card-carrying scientician
Ranger X said:
stores...
They read GAF and change their dates. lol
It's probably through because it actually make sense but I'll still wait for a confirmation.

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GAF->Stores->GAF?
Wouldn't surprise me...
 
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Regulus Tera

Romanes Eunt Domus
Hey, so I decided to bite and do the write-up for the S&P2 thread. I was wondering if you could do all the nifty graphics stuff, Alberto.
 
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Penguin

Member
Spiegel said:
geoffkeighley

Metroid Other M release date officially pushed to August 31
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I'm actually okay with that, two months is a long time, but gives the game some room from Galaxy. Some focus on S n P and assume FlingSmash is July?

And August has been Metroid month, think Prime 3 and Trilogy came out in Aug.
 
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Sadist

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PR

Nintendo today updated information for some of its key upcoming software releases, including several new titles that previously had not been dated. Sin & Punishment™: Star Successor and Metroid™: Other M will now launch for Wii™ on June 27 and Aug. 31, respectively. The coming months will also be packed with releases for the WiiWare™ and Nintendo DSiWare™ services, highlighted by the wild interactive fun of Photo Dojo™, which will be available as a free download to all Nintendo DSi™ owners with broadband Internet access from May 10 through June 10. Starting June 11, the game will be available for 200 Nintendo DSi Points™.

For Wii:

Sin & Punishment: Star Successor (Wii, June 27): The incredible new shooter game from legendary developer Treasure, Sin & Punishment: Star Successor features nonstop action with two playable characters and international online leaderboards to track high scores. Using the Wii Remote™ pointer functionality, the game offers unprecedented precision in the shooter genre. Broadband Internet access is required for online features.

Metroid: Other M (Wii, Aug. 31): Developed for the Wii console through a collaboration by Nintendo and the world-renowned Team Ninja, this newest installment of the Metroid saga looks at the classic franchise from a new perspective: While much of the game is reminiscent of 2-D side-scrollers, players can switch the perspective into 3-D at any time as they explore the twisting passages of a derelict space station and delve deep into a cinematic, never-before-told story of bounty hunter Samus Aran’s past. This new approach uses a new control scheme in which players use the Wii Remote controller, held sideways, to battle enemies and navigate the expansive, gorgeous environments in classic Metroid fashion, then aim at the screen with the Wii Remote pointer to blast foes in first-person and hunt the world for clues and hidden passages.

For WiiWare and Nintendo DSiWare (broadband Internet access is required):

Photo Dojo (Nintendo DSiWare, May 10): Get ready for some seriously fun Kung Fu action – starring you! Create your own characters and record the sound effects using the Nintendo DSi system’s camera and microphone. Use your imagination to set the stage for a fun-filled fight to the finish. In a special introductory offer, Photo Dojo will be available for free download via the Nintendo DSi Shop from May 10 to June 10. Starting June 11, the game will be available for download for 200 Nintendo DSi Points.

Earthworm Jim (Nintendo DSiWare, Gameloft, May 10): The classic action platformer is back with a never-before-seen feature, exclusively on the Nintendo DSi system. Run, gun, swing from hooks with your head, launch cows, bungee jump, rocket through speed levels and more, in crazy universes that offer huge game-play possibilities. Earn bonuses with facial expression-based challenges that track your face using the Nintendo DSi camera. Put on a smile, frown or make a variety of other faces to mimic Jim.

BIT.TRIP RUNNER (WiiWare, Aksys Games, May 17): Marking the first character-based adventure for CaptainVideo, the newest installment in the BIT.TRIP series features rhythm-based action platforming, more than 50 challenges to complete and a pounding chiptune-inspired soundtrack.

Looksley’s Line Up™ (Nintendo DSiWare, May 17): In this unique take on hidden picture games, Looksley the rabbit needs your help to find inspiring objects so he can finish the story he’s writing. The objects are hidden in 3-D dioramas made up of cutout layers that shift as you move the Nintendo DSi system. Unique Nintendo DSi camera-based controls let you peer deep into the game’s scenes and hunt for hidden objects just by moving the Nintendo DSi.

Frogger Returns (Nintendo DSiWare, Konami, May 17): Frogger Returns takes the challenge of the arcade classic Frogger and brings it to the Nintendo DSiWare service for the first time. Classic top-down 2-D game-play is updated with colorful 3-D graphics, a new perspective, new levels, new enemies and game-changing power-ups to dodge and grab.

Metal Torrent™ (Nintendo DSiWare, May 24): Compete with players around the world for the highest score in this new action game inspired by classic arcade shoot-’em-ups. Convert enemy bullets into score-generating cubes. Continuously absorb cubes to create score-accelerating combos. Download replay videos from top players via Nintendo® Wi-Fi Connection, or if you make the top five scores, upload your own video.

X-Scape™ (Nintendo DSiWare, May 31): Take on an epic space adventure in X-Scape. As captain of the VIXIV, a highly advanced space tank, you’ll roam the surface of dozens of alien worlds, battling the forces of an empire that is out to destroy you. The touch screen makes controlling your vehicle a snap, and your helpful robot companion is there every step of the way to help you with advice and weapon upgrades.

Hero of Sparta (Nintendo DSiWare, Gameloft, May 31): Battle like the fierce Spartan warrior you are to avoid a tragic death as you journey through mythical lands and even probe the depths of the Underworld. You will fight the most phenomenal monsters from mythology, defy Minotaurs and the Cyclops, and challenge the gods themselves!

Flametail™ (Nintendo DSiWare, June 7): Clean up the space lanes of floating garbage with the starship Flametail. As you wind your way through the mind-bending obstacle course, your flaming tail will ignite the piles of rubbish to eliminate them. But be careful to not get caught in a dead end, or let the barrier that’s following you reach your tail. This puzzle action game is easy for anyone to pick up and play.

A Kappa’s Trail (Nintendo DSiWare, June 14): Guide a little mythical river spirit to the human world with your Nintendo DSi stylus in this puzzle adventure. Draw a trail, and the little “kappa” will follow. It’s up to you to ensure he makes it through the gauntlet of enemies and treacherous paths of the Kappa Trail.
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Kard8p3

Member
Spiegel said:
geoffkeighley

Metroid Other M release date officially pushed to August 31
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I originally expected it to come in in August anyway so I'm fine with this plus more time for Galaxy 2.
 
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Nuclear Muffin

Banned
August 31st is actually OK with me. I can wait an extra month. I'm still concerned about Nintendo's E3 lineup though, hope this delay isn't a bad sign...
 
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schuelma

Wastes hours checking old Famitsu software data, but that's why we love him.
Spiegel said:
geoffkeighley

Metroid Other M release date officially pushed to August 31
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OMG THAT ONLY LEAVES FOUR MONTHS FOR ZELDAAAAA
 
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EatChildren

Currently polling second in Australia's federal election (first in the Gold Coast), this feral may one day be your Bogan King.
Hahaha. And people think Zelda will make the end of the year. Oh boy.
 
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[Nintex]

Member
titles that previously had not been dated. The coming months will also be packed
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Fuck you Nintendo :lol

The US might get the Vitality thing in July or something, maybe that explains the Metroid delay.
 
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Anth0ny

Member
August 31st isn't bad, but I was ready to murder this game during the Summer. Looks like it might leak into the first couple of weeks of school. Ehh.
 
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Door2Dawn

Banned
EatChildren said:
Hahaha. And people think Zelda will make the end of the year. Oh boy.
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Hahaha. And people still think Zelda will not make the end of the year, while not posting any evidence to point to that fact. Oh boy.
 
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[Nintex]

Member
Door2Dawn said:
Hahaha. And people still think Zelda will not make the end of the year, while not posting any evidence to point to that fact. Oh boy.
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To be fair the last thing Eonuma said is that he's a terrible planner and he worked twelve months on a track building feature that was cut during the production of Spirit Tracks.

But Iwata has pretty much promised everyone that the game would be out this year, unlike Reggie, Miyamoto who're all like "wait and see" on the subject he's pretty sure that they'll release it this year.
 
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Reilly

Member
Nintendo explains delays:

Metroid: Other M:

The launch date for Metroid: Other M has shifted to Aug. 31. As you may know, this game is the product of a unique partnership between longtime Metroid producer Yoshio Sakamoto, Team Ninja and many other individuals and groups, all of whom have set very high standards for this latest installment in the series. Although it’s taking slightly longer than expected to complete the project, we’re confident that fans will find it to be well worth the wait.

Sin & Punishment: Star Successor:

We’re striving to provide the best possible pacing for our summer game launches. A June 27 launch allows gamers to enjoy Sin & Punishment: Star Successor without having to rush through Super Mario Galaxy 2 (May 23).


http://wii.ign.com/articles/108/1085849p1.html
 
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KevinCow

Banned
As long as we don't get weeks within the release date, only to see it delayed again by over a month.

I swear to god if Nintendo ever pulls that shit again somebody's going down.
 
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ILikeFeet

Banned
Reilly said:
Nintendo explains delays:

Metroid: Other M:

The launch date for Metroid: Other M has shifted to Aug. 31. As you may know, this game is the product of a unique partnership between longtime Metroid producer Yoshio Sakamoto, Team Ninja and many other individuals and groups, all of whom have set very high standards for this latest installment in the series. Although it’s taking slightly longer than expected to complete the project, we’re confident that fans will find it to be well worth the wait.

Sin & Punishment: Star Successor:

We’re striving to provide the best possible pacing for our summer game launches. A June 27 launch allows gamers to enjoy Sin & Punishment: Star Successor without having to rush through Super Mario Galaxy 2 (May 23).


http://wii.ign.com/articles/108/1085849p1.html
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makes sense. I thought that the previous releases were too close together. 4 months is enough for Zelda for Christmas (I STILL BELIEVE)
 
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[Nintex]

Member
And Mario Galaxy 2 is released in may because gamers need enough time to fully entertain themselves with New Super Mario Bros. Wii.

I recently read a Dutch article from someone who was hired by NoE to translate a few Virtual Console related things. It's more or less the easiest job in the world. They're playing Galaxy 2 and Metroid for 'research'(and they're not even assigned to work on those games) and type about 8 lines of dialog/manual a day. The other 'workers' explained to him that when there's a sudden important release they have to work harder but there's hardly any pressure.
 
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Galang

Banned
Did they really have to wait a month before to decide the release dates were too close? But sales wise it makes sense, hopefully Sin & Punishment 2 will benefit... even if just a little. I want a third game. :lol

Regulus Tera said:
What's with this "was" bullshit?

The game is still coming out. You better still pick it up.
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Haha, worded that wrong. Wouldn't dare not pick it up! :D
 
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EatChildren

Currently polling second in Australia's federal election (first in the Gold Coast), this feral may one day be your Bogan King.
Door2Dawn said:
Hahaha. And people still think Zelda will not make the end of the year, while not posting any evidence to point to that fact. Oh boy.
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Nearly every Zelda before it coupled with Nintendo's own inability to stick to release dates for other franchise.

Other M just got delayed by two months. Why should I believe that Iwata/whoever has said "ZELDA FOR CHRISTMAS" when they're prone to delaying everything else?

Maybe it will will be a Christmas title, maybe Nintendo will hit their target. But I'm not silly enough to think that because Iwata/whoever said its for Christmas over six months before its due that it will, without a doubt, manage to make the date.
 
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WillyFive

Member
Regulus Tera said:
Hey, so I decided to bite and do the write-up for the S&P2 thread. I was wondering if you could do all the nifty graphics stuff, Alberto.
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I was going to do the thread, but since you guys started doing it, here's the opening I was going to use.

It's supposed to be mysterious, then to build up to the logo. I used the beta logo because it would relate to both European and US releases instead of having to choose one or the other. You can use if you like it.
 
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