But why? They've never removed leaks like this before.
We had a similar result with Splatoon, SMM, and others, and the leaks were always just left there.
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Amiibo Wolf Link to unlock a new dungeon in Twilight Princess HD ?
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But why? They've never removed leaks like this before.
We had a similar result with Splatoon, SMM, and others, and the leaks were always just left there.
Dunno. Could have been wrong info, or revealed before it should have been. I imagine a Direct is coming very soon since it's out in 2 months though so we'll learn everything then about what the amiibo does. So far we know diddly squat about the changes to the game outside of removing a few tears and an increase of rupees.
Good question. It's possible practices have changed. It certainly looked real but maybe an Amazon employee was just trolling.
MP10? Are you sure your not confusing it with Mario Tennis?
We at least know in Japan Mario Pary 10 has done 200k retail. And in its first month in NPD it did 290,000 retail.
I wouldn't be surprised if it sells more than DK and Pikmin.
tenderbrew
Member
If that ends up being true, why not? I'm all for an extra dungeon!
I was pretty much getting that Amiibo anyway, it'll go well with my...44 others.
Gah, it hurts just to think how much money I invested in this stuff. :lol
God you are telling me.
Started doing the simple math in my head the other day and almost cried.
But they are pretty awesome, so it's worth it.
billy beane
Banned
"SHOW ME YA MOVES MIDNA"
Maybe the info was incomplete. You need the Wolf and Zelda amiibo to unlock the new dungeon which is built with assets from Zelda U.
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Deleted member 465307
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Yeah, I'm only expecting a challenge area where you fight Twilight creatures or something. It seems like way too much work (and rather unnecessary, given the game's length) for this remaster to have an actual new full dungeon.
tenderbrew
Member
But seriously, that they don't just randomly add dumb shit for all amiibo regardless of merit stuns me.
I would be into this.
I have to say, for such a passionate debate it has remained fairly civil. I appreciate that. Thanks GAF.
I think the main takeaway from this is that there is vocal consumer that feel excluded by Nintendo's focus on Amiibo. I feel this is a fair complain to make. We still don't have the full information, as everyone has noted, but its clear that if the cave locked behind the amiibo is exclusive to it, it will be seen as an unfair practice since they are blocking an exciting feature behind a toy that, as appealing as it is, not everyone wants to get.
So really, I hope Nintendo considered this and made the right decision to allow the cave to be available in some other way. This way people with Amiibo can get a reward and enjoy it faster, and people who don't want an amiibo can enjoy unlocking the extra content.
Nintendo´s Track record has been pretty stellar so far, the only one I don't like that much is the Shovel Knight integration, but that one is on Yatch Club Games, not Nintendo.
I think the main takeaway from this is that there is vocal consumer that feel excluded by Nintendo's focus on Amiibo. I feel this is a fair complain to make. We still don't have the full information, as everyone has noted, but its clear that if the cave locked behind the amiibo is exclusive to it, it will be seen as an unfair practice since they are blocking an exciting feature behind a toy that, as appealing as it is, not everyone wants to get.
So really, I hope Nintendo considered this and made the right decision to allow the cave to be available in some other way. This way people with Amiibo can get a reward and enjoy it faster, and people who don't want an amiibo can enjoy unlocking the extra content.
Nintendo´s Track record has been pretty stellar so far, the only one I don't like that much is the Shovel Knight integration, but that one is on Yatch Club Games, not Nintendo.
tenderbrew
Member
I love amiibo implementation and totally understand those who don't.
I think Nintendo could have definitely done it better, but for me, at this point and time it struck a chord.
Honestly wish they'd take it a step further. You should be able to buy the Cloud amiibo for instance to unlock DLC in Smash Bros OR pay for it alone.
I think Nintendo could have definitely done it better, but for me, at this point and time it struck a chord.
Honestly wish they'd take it a step further. You should be able to buy the Cloud amiibo for instance to unlock DLC in Smash Bros OR pay for it alone.
MisterHero
Super Member
I pray that anyone complaining about Amiibo has never ever:
-pre-ordered a game for exclusive content
-purchased a console-specific SKU for exclusive content
-or bought a game from a certain store for exclusive content.
Adding to the above, Zelda fans should be familiar with limited time offers. They as gamers should be familiar with the above practices and should not suddenly be offended by amiibos.
-Zelda DX had a special dungeon playable only on Gameboy Color
-Ocarina of Time/Master Quest only available by Wind Waker preorders
-Hyrule Warriors had store-exclusive DLC
Yeah, Amiibos being physical content keys has their own challenges, but they also have their upside too.
-Providing Nintendo makes enough, they are available indefinitely. No exclusivity to launch date BS.
-they don't require the internet and up-to-date services.* You can use them years and years later. You could lose a digital key if you accidentally erase it and the console's store no longer supports the system.
-most are well constructed. They are like a preorder/collector's edition gifts for casual customers.
*Games like Super Mario Maker are getting updated to support more amiibos, and it will probably be FREE DLC. imagine that
-He is actually two DLCs for the two games and are individually priced. Would the statue sell one version for the higher price or the discounted combined price?
-He comes with a stage which is it's own purchase.
-misc content like the Chocobo hat
If they combined together even at a discount, such an Amiibo would cost much more than they do now.
-pre-ordered a game for exclusive content
-purchased a console-specific SKU for exclusive content
-or bought a game from a certain store for exclusive content.
Adding to the above, Zelda fans should be familiar with limited time offers. They as gamers should be familiar with the above practices and should not suddenly be offended by amiibos.
-Zelda DX had a special dungeon playable only on Gameboy Color
-Ocarina of Time/Master Quest only available by Wind Waker preorders
-Hyrule Warriors had store-exclusive DLC
Yeah, Amiibos being physical content keys has their own challenges, but they also have their upside too.
-Providing Nintendo makes enough, they are available indefinitely. No exclusivity to launch date BS.
-they don't require the internet and up-to-date services.* You can use them years and years later. You could lose a digital key if you accidentally erase it and the console's store no longer supports the system.
-most are well constructed. They are like a preorder/collector's edition gifts for casual customers.
*Games like Super Mario Maker are getting updated to support more amiibos, and it will probably be FREE DLC. imagine that
It really is a good idea. Except in Smash Cloud's DLC contains multiple factors:tenderbrew said:
-He is actually two DLCs for the two games and are individually priced. Would the statue sell one version for the higher price or the discounted combined price?
-He comes with a stage which is it's own purchase.
-misc content like the Chocobo hat
If they combined together even at a discount, such an Amiibo would cost much more than they do now.
because you didn't pay for the content?
what about post-release DLC? They update the game with a software update.. I didn't pay for that, but now it's on my system.. Using your logic I now "own" that content and have a right to access it without paying.
Sounds like piracy to me
ShadowFox08
Member
I bet its a dungeon that can be accessed early in the game vs.. later w/out the amiibo.
Dungeon probably gives some kind of extra powerup.
Dungeon probably gives some kind of extra powerup.
Hey, that's true. This actually paints them in a quite positive light. Thread worthy, really.I dunno, at least this would be resellable.
If you consider amiibo DLC, you could buy the figure for $14 and then turn around and sell it when you're done and recoup most of your money.
With DLC you're stuck with it...
Now that I'm back I can put my two cents on this.
Yes, I think it sucks if the amiibo is the only way to access the dungeon.
Nintendo is walking this very thin line of making an amiibo worth it outside of just being a plastic toy with no real use and something worthwhile.
That said, I'm excited that TP is getting an extra dungeon, even if it would have make more sense for Wind Waker HD to get it.
Unless. That dungeon is linked somehow to Zelda Wii U. The fact that only the Wolf Link amiibo unlocks it makes me think Zelda Wii U is gonna be connected to Twilight Princess, maybe even be a sequel.
Yes, I think it sucks if the amiibo is the only way to access the dungeon.
Nintendo is walking this very thin line of making an amiibo worth it outside of just being a plastic toy with no real use and something worthwhile.
That said, I'm excited that TP is getting an extra dungeon, even if it would have make more sense for Wind Waker HD to get it.
Unless. That dungeon is linked somehow to Zelda Wii U. The fact that only the Wolf Link amiibo unlocks it makes me think Zelda Wii U is gonna be connected to Twilight Princess, maybe even be a sequel.
It's happening.
Ganondorf coincidentally is one of the amiibos I own. Now I'm on the other part of the fence. Sorry, guys!
