Nintendo 3DS

[Detective Shadzter]

What have they done to Samus' face? She looks like a different women to her appearance in the official Metroid games.

Those are Dynasty Warriors characters in Nintendo costumes.

[Patticus]

Those are Dynasty Warriors characters in Nintendo costumes.

Oh... well now I just feel mislead! True, I should have read the article first, but still, I associate the word 'costume' in videogames as 'entire skin' not an actual costume for another pre-existing character. I am all kinds of screwed up in my word definitions.

[Sean]

Ew, Zero Suit Samus.

[Nintendoga]

So I got Pushmo, and I'm kinda mixed about it.

I like the challenge and such, but I don't like how the difficulty curves so many times, like one stage is easy, then the next one is incredibly frustrating, before returning to downright pathetic. But still, I'm enjoying the game.

Also does anybody else know how come when I try to download other Pushmo QR's, it says these are too complex for me/ above my skill? How many stages do I need to beat before I can do this or whatever. I'm currently on Stage 103

Edited March 18, 2012 by Cyberspace

[Marcello]

Mario Tennis Open Boxart:

Not sure if it's been seen already.

[SchemingMinor]

Mario Tennis Open Boxart:

Not sure if it's been seen already.

Why is Bowser on Yoshi's team? Is it because Mario has used Yoshi too many times as a jumping platform on Dinosaur Island and abandoned him in bottomless pits?

Speculation, go.

Also has anyone else heard any info about DLC for Mario Kart 7? Nintendo mentioned that it should be available for this month.

Edited March 20, 2012 by Kintobor

[Conando]

Wait what. Nintendo said there would be DLC for Mario Kart 7?

[SchemingMinor]

Wait what. Nintendo said there would be DLC for Mario Kart 7?

I mentioned it on the Mario Kart 7 forum.

http://n4g.com/news/929550/nintendo-talks-nintendo-network-and-dlc-for-mario-kart-7/com

[Conando]

Oh cool. Excepting new tracks and kart parts? TOO BAD, WALUIGI TIME.

[Nintendoga]

Two things, first off Nintendo thought about a Super Mario 64 3DS Remake, but abandoned it in favor of Super Mario 3D Land (Mainly cause of Camera issues)

http://www.presstheb...ario-64-3d.html

I saw during your GDC 2012 presentation that you used levels from Mario 64 to test out the 3DS’ stereoscopic 3D. Fans were really excited by Super Mario Galaxy 2’s Mario 64 tribute level, Throwback Galaxy. Would you ever consider a 3D Super Mario 64 remake?

That early test that we did on the Mario 64 level when we were beginning development of Super Mario 3D Land was actually just to see how that game might play with stereoscopic 3D. What we figured out very quickly was that that way the levels were all designed was going to create so many stereo window violations – where an object would come in between Mario and the camera – that we knew we were going to need a different approach. So at the very least, we did rule out a remake of Super Mario 64 in stereoscopic view on the Nintendo 3DS.

And next, Possibly the long awaited Nintendo Network 3DS update (Extremely Likely)

A close MaxConsole source has just shared with us a few details related to an upcoming 3DS firmware update.

* This system update will allow users to take pictures of QR codes with the 3DS from the other device’s screen to redeem purchased content.

* This update will add the application "Nintendo Network" to the 3DS.

* Ability to update physical Nintendo 3DS Games via Nintendo Shop (DLC feature).

* A "Game Preview" Mode for the Nintendo 3DS system Nintendo Shop.

* Enhances the speed of the handheld.

* Increases the system security with automatic security updates.

* Nintendo Zone will be automatically added to European 3DS owners.

Now this seems extremely likely and believable that it could happen next week. Back at the investors meeting, Iwata said they were working on the Nintendo Network, and that it should be available sometime in March. Though he said early March, it's possible either they've been ironing out some problems, or have waited to launch it with games that support the Network (Kid Icarus Uprising for example). None the less, I'm excited.

Edited March 24, 2012 by Nintendoga

[Jeffhog]

Yes, yes, yes!

Outside of DLC, I'm definitely looking forward to eShop connectivity off the 3DS!

[Winston]

Finally! I've been waiting, now to wait for Waluigi DLC for MK7!

[Jeffhog]

Extra karts? Extra features?

[Swiss]

Do you think it's possible for them to add things like the ability to play a single race? I hope so...just karts and characters (except Waluigi, he needs to be prioritized over everything) would be a little underwhelming.

[Marcello]

Maybe Kid Icarus can get a dual analog stick control? =P

[Jeffhog]

...holy shit, you know what this could also mean?

Guys.

Super Smash Bros 4.

DLC characters and stages.

[Cola]

Do you think it's possible for them to add things like the ability to play a single race? I hope so...just karts and characters (except Waluigi, he needs to be prioritized over everything) would be a little underwhelming.

[Swiss]

Maybe the reason that it was rather lacking in content was to show off the DLC abilities of the Nintendo Network? (free of course)

[buba]

Soooo, will there be an update that let's you watch Youtube and stuff some of these days?

And no, by "stuff" I don't mean porn.

[Nintendoga]

My, what a nice birthday present Mr. Iwata.

The Nintendo 3DS turns 1 today in Europe, and as a birthday gift, Mr. Iwata has sent out a special Mii that not only adds to your accomplishments list, but he also has all of the puzzle panels, so this is your chance to get a new panel or get one of those darn pink pieces nobody else in your town seem to have.

Japan already got it last month, and it's finally arrived in Europe. He sent it via Spotpass earlier today, so check your notifications or something.

North Americans will get this on the 27th.

Edited March 25, 2012 by Nintendoga

[Conando]

No, the reason it had less content was due to Nintendo feeling like they needed to get it out for Christmas because, they NEEDED something to sell the 3DS.

[LunarEdge]

My, what a nice birthday present Mr. Iwata.

The Nintendo 3DS turns 1 today in Europe, and as a birthday gift, Mr. Iwata has sent out a special Mii that not only adds to your accomplishments list, but he also has all of the puzzle panels, so this is your chance to get a new panel or get one of those darn pink pieces nobody else in your town seem to have.

Japan already got it last month, and it's finally arrived in Europe. He sent it via Spotpass earlier today, so check your notifications or something.

North Americans will get this on the 27th.

Gotta get out if you want those pink pieces. I live in NJ and I usually find people with pink pieces when I travel up north or to places like NY and such. The only puzzles I have yet to 100% are the Super Mario 3DS puzzle and the newer Kid Icarus, which I'm like 3 pink pieces away from XD

[Katzii]

Problem is, LunarEdge, people over in the UK don't really have so many 3DSes about. I live in a small town here and the only 3DS I can ever connect with is the one in the game shop - all of the surrounding areas are even smaller towns so that's no help.

My main source of connections was actually Summer of Sonic last year, so hopefully this year will help towards that, too.

[LunarEdge]

Problem is, LunarEdge, people over in the UK don't really have so many 3DSes about. I live in a small town here and the only 3DS I can ever connect with is the one in the game shop - all of the surrounding areas are even smaller towns so that's no help.

My main source of connections was actually Summer of Sonic last year, so hopefully this year will help towards that, too.

Sorry to hear that hope things pick up

[Ekaje]

There really should be a way to trade pieces online, so people who don't live in places with high populations have a chance.

Edited March 27, 2012 by Ekaje