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Neither 3DS Layton has gone on sale in NA. The closest we got was you could get Donkey Kong Original as a download when it launched.

Thanks, I'll have to endure the blow then.

 

[Blu(e)]

Not this month but Battle Network 2 I believe comes out later this year and 3 comes out presumably early next year

No, we're getting Mega Man, 5, 6, X3, & Battle Chip Challenge this month. Battle Network 2 & 3 are coming eventually, but most likely won't hit until sometime next year.

Thanks to both of you. Pardon my ignorance, but where is this information coming from? I've looked at the links in the OP and they don't even have dates for the Megaman that are coming out this month. I just got a Wii U so I have no idea how Nintendo release schedule is like.

 

[Phil S.]

So I have $10.01 for my eShop balance. I'm interested in getting a Virtual Console game.

I'm thinking Mega Man Battle Network or Yoshi's Island, both GBA. I've enjoy both games, and would love to replay either of them. The original MMBN is my second favorite in the series with MMBN2 as my favorite. I remember hating Bubbleman's portion in MMBN3, where I had to go, then return, then go, then return, wash and repeat, so that soiled my opinion of that one.

I like 2D platformers, and Yoshi's Island was always a great one. I know the GBA version is harder due to lack of items (I think), but I don't think there's any other issues.

Which would you get?

I'd be interested in Ufouria, but I don't like how dark NES games on the Wii U are.

 

[terrisus]

If you don't have Earthbound, get Earthbound.

 

[Phil S.]

I have EarthBound.
Got it when it released!

 

[terrisus]

Alright, good.
That's just something I need to always make sure of any time anyone asks for a Virtual Console suggestion.

Of the games in your post, I would suggest Yoshi's Island.

 

[astrogamer]

Thanks to both of you. Pardon my ignorance, but where is this information coming from? I've looked at the links in the OP and they don't even have dates for the Megaman that are coming out this month. I just got a Wii U so I have no idea how Nintendo release schedule is like.

Nintendo is hiding the release partly as to surprise which day each game comes. However, they put those Megaman titles at the same as the press release highly suggesting that these are the titles for the Mega-August. No other Megaman that is yet to release is on their database. I'm slightly mistaken in my original reply as according to Capcom Unity announcement of the Virtual Console titles, Battle Network 2 and 3 along with Zero 2 could make it to late 2014 but they are likely far enough back to be 2015 releases in NoA's VC backlog.

 

[Blu(e)]

Nintendo is hiding the release partly as to surprise which day each game comes. However, they put those Megaman titles at the same as the press release highly suggesting that these are the titles for the Mega-August. No other Megaman that is yet to release is on their database. I'm slightly mistaken in my original reply as according to Capcom Unity announcement of the Virtual Console titles, Battle Network 2 and 3 along with Zero 2 could make it to late 2014 but they are likely far enough back to be 2015 releases in NoA's VC backlog.

Ah so just putting two and two together. Thank you again. Really wanted to play the series together without having to wait. Maybe I'll look into something else to pick up.

Spoiler

Eh, might pick it up anyways since I got $15 from the digital deluxe program.

 

[rjc571]

So I have $10.01 for my eShop balance. I'm interested in getting a Virtual Console game.

I'm thinking Mega Man Battle Network or Yoshi's Island, both GBA. I've enjoy both games, and would love to replay either of them. The original MMBN is my second favorite in the series with MMBN2 as my favorite. I remember hating Bubbleman's portion in MMBN3, where I had to go, then return, then go, then return, wash and repeat, so that soiled my opinion of that one.

I like 2D platformers, and Yoshi's Island was always a great one. I know the GBA version is harder due to lack of items (I think), but I don't think there's any other issues.

Which would you get?

Have you considered Klonoa on the GBA? It's a perfect blend of platforming and puzzle solving. Outstanding game, if a bit on the easy side (although the bonus levels will kick your ass!). I don't think Yoshi's Island was particularly well suited for the GBA. The GBA port suffered from a lack of visibility due to the system's screen resolution, which was much lower than what SNES games were designed to be displayed at.

 

[Phil S.]

Haha. I actually have Klonoa as well. Played it last month and enjoyed it a bunch.

 

[@MUWANdo]

1001 Spikes is (or was) $10.01 exactly, if that matters to you at all.

 

[Beren the Empty-Handed]

I like 2D platformers, and Yoshi's Island was always a great one. I know the GBA version is harder due to lack of items (I think), but I don't think there's any other issues.

Yoshi's Island GBA has items. You can still choose to not use them, of course. It also has a few extra stages that the SNES game didn't have, while losing out on a couple of level features (Touch Fuzzy, Get Dizzy takes a big hit unfortunately). Otherwise it's a great re-creation.

I haven't played that Mega Man game, so I can't really compare the two. Hopefully I've helped your decision a little, though.

 

[Javier]

Frederic: Resurrection of Music is really good. If you're a fan of rhythm games I say this one is a must, specially if you like classical music.

 

[jholmes]

Frederic: Resurrection of Music is really good. If you're a fan of rhythm games I say this one is a must, specially if you like classical music.

It's rather frustratingly not available in Canada.

 

[Starwolf_UK]

Ah, I see Ash & Misty surfing it up without Brock. Poor Brock.

Must have happened during the Orange Islands. Where is Tracey? Well, you try using a wet sketchpad...

Also 'color' (*sigh*) me surprised WayForward put out a non-Shantae, non-"code for food" licensed game on the GBC.

 

[FreedomFighter]

Yoshi's Island GBA has items. You can still choose to not use them, of course. It also has a few extra stages that the SNES game didn't have, while losing out on a couple of level features (Touch Fuzzy, Get Dizzy takes a big hit unfortunately). Otherwise it's a great re-creation.

I haven't played that Mega Man game, so I can't really compare the two. Hopefully I've helped your decision a little, though.

I didn't really think it was that bad on GBA. The warping effect isn't as smoothly and seamlessly done on the GBA but the effect was still the same.

 

[Colonel Mustard]

Frederic: Resurrection of Music is really good. If you're a fan of rhythm games I say this one is a must, specially if you like classical music.

I have a feeling that our pleas for people to check out this game will fall on deaf ears because it's not an SNES game that people have played 17 times before.

 

[PixyJunket]

You don't know what this news means to me.

My daughter just saw me playing the 360 game the other day, and wanted in. But I only have one controller. But, she does have a 2DS...I hope it makes it over.

That's great. I think it will come out here, the US 3DS eShop is apparently a great place to release games. Also, if you haven't yet gotten the chance to play Protect Me Knight in multiplayer, you're in for a real treat.

 

[terrisus]

I have a feeling that our pleas for people to check out this game will fall on deaf ears because it's not an SNES game that people have played 17 times before.

For me it's falling on deaf ears (music game, deaf ears, hah) because I don't like rhythm games :þ

 

[Team Top Hat]

As celebration for a new month, reaching 10,000 Club Nintendo coins, and for hope that NOA will improve itself; I am giving away one digital reward to the first member who posts a picture of their 3DS or Wii U where it shows their Mii on the screen.


Games to choose from
3DS - Kid Icarus
3DS - Metal Torrent
Wii U- Donkey Kong Jr.
Wii/Wii U - Paper Mario


I will also be holding this contest on Monday when the new rewards come out, so be ready!

 

[Synless]

As celebration for a new month, reaching 10,000 Club Nintendo coins, and for hope that NOA will improve itself; I am giving away one digital reward to the first member who posts a picture of their 3DS or Wii U where it shows their Mii on the screen.


Games to choose from
3DS - Kid Icarus
3DS - Metal Torrent
Wii U- Donkey Kong Jr.
Wii/Wii U - Paper Mario


I will also be holding this contest on Monday when the new rewards come out, so be ready!

http://twitter.com/Synless/status/495712414206537728/photo/1

 

[Kysen]

Gunvolt and Senran kagura this month nice.

 

[kennah]

As celebration for a new month, reaching 10,000 Club Nintendo coins, and for hope that NOA will improve itself; I am giving away one digital reward to the first member who posts a picture of their 3DS or Wii U where it shows their Mii on the screen.


Games to choose from
3DS - Kid Icarus
3DS - Metal Torrent
Wii U- Donkey Kong Jr.
Wii/Wii U - Paper Mario


I will also be holding this contest on Monday when the new rewards come out, so be ready!

Woo!?

EDIT: Poo

 

[terrisus]

See, now isn't that much more fun? :þ

 

[Team Top Hat]

http://twitter.com/Synless/status/495712414206537728/photo/1

You win! What game would you like?

 

[Synless]

You win! What game would you like?

Thanks and I would love paper mario, I've never played it.

 

[Pikma]

Thanks and I would love paper mario, I've never played it.

You're in for a treat, I'm just starting it for the first time too (got it with CN coins actually) and man, is it amazingly fun!

 

[Team Top Hat]

Thanks and I would love paper mario, I've never played it.

Sent

 

[Synless]

Sent

Thanks again!

 

[Flandy]

Why is there a giant green rectangle going across my screen when I boot up Wii mode? It's only there in the second transition between Wii U and Wii mode. Not there while it's actually in Wii mode. This normal?

 

[joedick]

I was a bit behind on these threads, so sorry if this is late. Recently, people were asking if there is any way to use a download code on somebody else's system, then transfer the NNID to another Wii U, or if a download code could be used if they don't own a Wii U. I presume this was to collect the free game from MK8 before buying the system.

It's worth noting that the codes don't seem to expire. So in the case of MK8, you could've received the code in your e-mail and hung onto it until you had a system. I just downloaded my copy of Donkey Kong: Original Edition, and I got the code in November 2012. I've held free Club Nintendo codes for over a year as well.

 

[terrisus]

I was a bit behind on these threads, so sorry if this is late.

I just downloaded my copy of Donkey Kong: Original Edition, and I got the code in November 2012. I've held free Club Nintendo codes for over a year as well.

There's some definite irony here >.>


(Seriously though, thanks for the info)

 

[vatstep]

I was a bit behind on these threads, so sorry if this is late. Recently, people were asking if there is any way to use a download code on somebody else's system, then transfer the NNID to another Wii U, or if a download code could be used if they don't own a Wii U. I presume this was to collect the free game from MK8 before buying the system.

It's worth noting that the codes don't seem to expire. So in the case of MK8, you could've received the code in your e-mail and hung onto it until you had a system. I just downloaded my copy of Donkey Kong: Original Edition, and I got the code in November 2012. I've held free Club Nintendo codes for over a year as well.

In this case, they do expire. You need to choose a game and generate the eShop code by the end of August, and it needs to be redeemed by the end of September.

 

[joedick]

There's some definite irony here >.>

Ha! Story of my life

In this case, they do expire. You need to choose a game and generate the eShop code by the end of August, and it needs to be redeemed by the end of September.

Oh, so it is. Well, good thing I wasn't I wasn't more on the ball then! At least it works for CN games - great for code hoarders like me, I usually wait til the next CN year to redeem if I'm already at platinum.

 

[Weng]

From Shin'en's Twitter:

Here is a bone We will release first screenshots for FAST RACING NEO this September!

Damn. I can't wait any longer.

 

[cacildo]

Do you remember when Iwata said something something about VC prices..... it wasnt exactly about VC prices, it was more like you should get some discount or something free when you buy VC games.....

Do anybody remember this or did i just dreamed about it?

Because i still feel bad about buying VC games at these prices....

Thanks and I would love paper mario, I've never played it.

Damn, i never played it too...
But i just bought an old, real N64. So maybe i should just track it down

 

[Team Top Hat]

Do you remember when Iwata said something something about VC prices..... it wasnt exactly about VC prices, it was more like you should get some discount or something free when you buy VC games.....

Do anybody remember this or did i just dreamed about it?

Because i still feel bad about buying VC games at these prices....




Damn, i never played it too...
But i just bought an old, real N64. So maybe i should just track it down

Iwata says a lot of things...seems like half he says comes true, half doesn't. Either this is never going to happen or it's not going to happen until the next releases of handheld/console; which is even worst, because the longer they wait the more marketshare they lose. They seem to be saying a lot with not fully following through with it. Shame really.

 

[L~A]

From Shin'en's Twitter:

Damn. I can't wait any longer.

Translation: in october, we'll update the website with a new artwork, and by January, you still won't have seen a single polygon of the game yet

Seriously, it's about time.

 

[GeekyDad]

Question regarding Liberation Maiden:

I'm playing the iOS version, but I didn't get any replies in the iOS thread. It's a general question about the game itself, though. I played through the first parts of the game, and though it's really pretty to look at, I kinda had a hard time discerning what I was supposed to be shooting at. The explanations were fine, but making those targets out onscreen was not as straightforward. Any tips?

 

[flowsnake]

Question regarding Liberation Maiden:

I'm playing the iOS version, but I didn't get any replies in the iOS thread. It's a general question about the game itself, though. I played through the first parts of the game, and though it's really pretty to look at, I kinda had a hard time discerning what I was supposed to be shooting at. The explanations were fine, but making those targets out onscreen was not as straightforward. Any tips?

You did get an answer, by the way.

 

[JoeM86]

This week, in Europe

 

[cacildo]

i thought this was last week

 

[jholmes]

I have a feeling that our pleas for people to check out this game will fall on deaf ears because it's not an SNES game that people have played 17 times before.

In my defence, I'm not checking it out because the game is unavailable for purchase in Canada and no one seems to care enough to even find out why.

 

[steveovig]

Most of those NES games should be normally priced at half-off.

 

[Starwolf_UK]

i thought this was last week

It is an ongoing promotion. That is the selection for next week. Last week had SMB1 not lost levels.

 

[JoeM86]

This week, in Europe:

Wii U Virtual Console
Mach Rider €4.99/£3.49
Megaman Battle Chip Challenge €6.99/£6.29

3DS
Rabi Laby 3 €4.99/£4.49
Parking Star 3D Demo

3DS Virtual Console
Mega Man 2 €3.99/£3.59
Xtreme Sports €4.99/£4.49


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Price Reductions

Wii U
Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels €3.49/£2.44 (Until August 14) Requires NES Remix or NES Remix 2 downloaded
Donkey Kong Jr. €2.49/£1.74 (Until August 14) Requires NES Remix or NES Remix 2 downloaded
Mario Bros. €2.49/£1.74 (Until August 14) Requires NES Remix or NES Remix 2 downloaded
Kid Icarus €2.49/£1.74 (Until August 14) Requires NES Remix or NES Remix 2 downloaded
GOLF €2.49/£1.74 (Until August 14) Requires NES Remix or NES Remix 2 downloaded
Baseball €2.49/£1.74 (Until August 14) Requires NES Remix or NES Remix 2 downloaded
Tennis €2.49/£1.74 (Until August 14) Requires NES Remix or NES Remix 2 downloaded
Disney Planes €19.99/£17.49 (Until August 21)
Blok Drop U €0.99/£0.79 (Until August 21)
Scram Kitty and His Buddy on Rails €4.99/£4.49 (Until August 14)
Abyss €0.49/£0.44 If you own Unepic. (Until August 21)
Unepic €8.49/£7.64 If you own Abyss. (Until August 21)
Toki Tori 2+ €5.99/£5.00 If EDGE, RUSH and Toki Tori have been downloaded. (Until August 21)

3DS
Disney Planes €14.99/£13.49 (Until August 21)
Snow Moto Racing 3D €3.99/£3.59 (Until August 21)

 

[L~A]

Europe:

Nintendo eShop (3DS)

Mega Man 2 (Capcom, GB VC) - €3.99/£3.59
Dr. Wily is up to no good, once again. This time he's stolen an experimental time travel device and zipped off to the future! Meanwhile, Mega Man and his trusty sidekick, Rush, are sent on a mysterious mission to investigate an underground lair. Jump and blast your way through a barrage of maniacal enemies while collecting a variety of weapons and items to help fight more Robot Masters! Who is this stranger from the future called Quint? Can Mega Man reach Dr. Wily before time's up? Suit up and let's go!

Xtreme Sports (WayForward, GBC VC) - €4.99/£4.49
The Xtreme Cola Company has invited all-comers to Xtreme Island to become the Xtreme Sports champion! Guppi and her boyfriend Fin take up the challenge, with your help! From the makers of cult classic Shantae comes this colourful spin on high-adrenaline sports. Try your hand at surfing, street luge, in-line skating, skateboarding and even skyboarding! Explore the island to find friends, foes and even a few hidden treats. Practise hard and then compete in events to win medals; there are more than 400 to collect!

Rabi Laby 3 (Agetec) - €4.99/£4.49
Return to the Queen's labyrinth...Alice and Rabi are once again living together in peace. But the Queen had something else in mind; she could not forget what they had done. Consumed by resentment and the thirst for revenge, she devised an insidious plan and kidnapped Alice and Rabi to her labyrinth. Rabi Laby 3 is the latest episode of this hybrid puzzle platform series. Alice and Rabi must work together and use their unique skills to escape. As one they must survive many dangers and overcome challenges beyond anything they have experienced before. As Alice and Rabi struggle to escape the labyrinth, they will discover the Queen's true intentions and a dark secret will be exposed. Join Alice and Rabi as they explore the labyrinth, unlock bonus content and earn ranking medals for completed stages.

Parking Star 3D Demo (CIRCLE Ent.) - Free
It's a parking game. Your goal is to get the "Park Star". Park the car as quickly as possible, while keeping any damage to your ride to a minimum. Visit the Tokyo Tower, the Louvre Museum in Paris, the Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai, and Tiananmen Square! In Parking Star, you can enjoy all these famous places around the world by driving. This is a casual game that simulates real parking. Use your accomplished driving skills to park at specific locations as fast as possible. With bonuses awarded for passing a level, you can upgrade your vehicle, or just buy a new car!

Special offers
Disney Planes (Disney) - €14.99/£13.49 (Ends August 21, normally €29.99/£24.99)
Snow Moto Racing 3D (Zordix AB) - €3.99/£3.59 (Ends August 21, normally €7.99/£7.19)


Nintendo eShop (Wii U)

Mach Rider (Nintendo, NES VC) - €4.99/£3.49
Earth, the year 2112. A lone motorcycle warrior is all that stands between invaders and survivors. You are Mach Rider! In the main Fighting Course mode, race through winding highways and take out the enemies using your machine guns or by barging them into obstacles. In Endurance Course, pit your survival skills against the clock, or try Solo Course for an enemy-free ride. Mach Rider also includes a Design mode, enabling you to create your own courses on which to race. This is the US version of the game.

Megaman Battle Chip Challenge (Capcom, GBA VC) - €6.99/£6.29
Your favourite characters from the Megaman Battle Network universe are back to duke it out in the Battle Chip Grand Prix! Face multiple opponents on your way to the ultimate prize: an extremely rare Battle Chip! Command your Net Navi using Battle Chips of various elemental types: fire, water, electricity or wood. Choose your Battle Chips wisely, depending on the material in the arena; metal aids electric attacks, while grass weakens them. As well as the Grand Prix, you can also battle in one-off bouts or create your own tournament!

Special offers
You must own NES Remix or NES Remix 2 for the following NES offers.
Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels (Nintendo) - €3.49/£2.44 (Ends August 14, normally €4.99/£3.49)
Donkey Kong Jr. (Nintendo) - €2.49/£1.74 (Ends August 14, normally €4.99/£3.49)
Mario Bros. (Nintendo) - €2.49/£1.74 (Ends August 14, normally €4.99/£3.49)
Kid Icarus (Nintendo) - €2.49/£1.74 (Ends August 14, normally €4.99/£3.49)
GOLF (Nintendo) - €2.49/£1.74 (Ends August 14, normally €4.99/£3.49)
Baseball (Nintendo) - €2.49/£1.74 (Ends August 14, normally €4.99/£3.49)
Tennis (Nintendo) - €2.49/£1.74 (Ends August 14, normally €4.99/£3.49)
Disney Planes (Disney) - €19.99/£17.49 (Ends August 21, normally €39.99/£34.99)
Blok Drop U (RCMADIAX) - €0.99/£0.79 (Ends August 21, normally €1.49/£1.29)
Scram Kitty and His Buddy on Rails (Dakko Dakko) - €4.99/£4.49 (Ends August 14, normally €9.99/£8.99)
Abyss (EnjoyUp Games) - €0.49/£0.44 (If you own Unepic. Ends August 21, normally €1.99/£1.79)
Unepic (EnjoyUp Games) - €8.49/£7.64 (If you own Abyss. Ends August 21, normally €9.99/£8.99)
Toki Tori 2+ (Two Tribes Publishing) - €5.99/£5.00 (If EDGE, RUSH and Toki Tori have been downloaded. Normally €14.99/£12.99)

 

[Flandy]

Does the digital version of Lego City Undercover have better loading times than the disc version? I've heard the loading times are terrible on it so I was wondering if it would be better to go with digital.

 

[L~A]

Does the digital version of Lego City Undercover have better loading times than the disc version? I've heard the loading times are terrible on it so I was wondering if it would be better to go with digital.

Pretty sure it's identical. Didn't notice any improvement with the download version.

Edit: actually, pretty sure the loading times are due to how the devs. made the engine and stuff, rather than a limitation from the disc drive or something... so going digital wouldn't have much of an impact, if it all. So you probably should go physical for that one, especially if you can find find it cheaper.

 

[tolkir]

Year of Megaman confirmed.