Release Dates:
Europe - 14th September 2007
NA - ?
Japan - 2nd September 2006
Official European site
Images:
Nintendo Europe
Zentendo
European Box Art:
Videos:
NoE - trailer
IGN - gameplay
Overview (Nintendo Europe):
Previews:Take a trip into the weird and wonderful world of Tingle as he becomes the hero of his very own adventure! Fans of the Legend of Zelda series will be familiar with the quirky character best known for making maps and hoarding every last Rupee he can get his hands on. And now you can take control of Tingle as he sets off on a wacky quest to collect as much cash as possible and reach a paradise beyond the clouds.
The game reveals that Tingles obsession with Rupees began after he was called to an abandoned pool near his home by the mysterious Uncle Rupee. Tingle is informed that throwing enough Rupees into the pool will cause a tower to rise from the ground which stretches up to Rupeeland an otherwise unreachable paradise. And so the adventure begins. Directing Tingle with the +Control Pad or YXAB Buttons, and using the Touch Screen to select items, interact with people you meet and mark key points on the game map, you must help Tingle collect as many Rupees as possible.
Money doesnt come easily though, and youll have to keep Tingle in the black by battling enemies, exploring dungeons and completing a variety of tasks. You can even raise Rupees by selling the maps you have charted. But be careful - trying to sell your maps at too high a price might make prospective buyers angry and lose you a sale!
Helping you out on your travels are the friendly fairy Pinkle and Tingles pet dog Barkle. Youll also have to hire bodyguards to protect you from bad guys who want to get their hands on your precious Rupees. Welcome to Tingles Rosy Rupeeland, where money definitely makes the world go round!
Take control of Tingle and guide him through a quirky adventure full of colourful characters.
Use the Touch Screen to interact with people you meet, chart maps and use items you have collected.
Hire bodyguards to protect you from the bad guys and use their special skills to reach areas Tingle cant get to on his own.
Cubed3 (English version)
Wired (Japanese version)Anticipation Rating: 5/5
Are you surprised? I know I was! Sure, it looked humorous and quirky, but those factors do not ensure a good game. Thankfully, though, Nintendo has geared the development of Rosey Rupeeland in the right direction and made it a worthy addition to the Zelda universe.
Gamespy (Japanese version)It's a fun game thus far. It's not exactly packed with jokes -- the comedy just comes from the fact that it's all just so weird. I think that a few rupees here and there isn't gonna matter so much in the long run. Just as long as you finish the dungeons and whatever other quests get thrown at you, you'll get stacks of rupees to throw in the Scientology pond and continue the adventure.
IGN (Japanese version)Tingle's Rose Colored Rupee Land is definitely not as epic as Zelda, but then again, it's not trying to be. This is the first time the Zelda franchise has spawned a spin-off title, and it's clear that a lot of effort went into the game. While the battles aren't too deep and there are no Wi-Fi options available, Rupee Land will serve as a great stopover until Phantom Hourglass hits stores.
Like countless Nintendo genre-busters, Tingle RPG doesn't follow the rules of gaming, but that's exactly why I'm enjoying it so much. It's unknown if Nintendo of America will be giving the game a stateside release, but based on a few hours with the Japanese version, this is the first time you'll want to pay to play with Tingle.
Developed by Vanpool. From what was posted in another thread, this is a studio started by some ex-members of Lovedelic, creators of L.O.L. on DC and Moon on PS1.
Developer interview.
Looks good.
Importing:
For buying within NA, NCSX has been suggested. See posts from hooo and d+pad below.
If you're considering importing from the UK, Gameplay has been suggested. Here's what they say about their postage options.