Post by: tylerohlew on April 25, 2013, 06:12:48 PM
We've got eight games, all of which are accessible on Wii and/or 3DS already. Get their details.
http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/feature/34000
Okay, good, you're still here. Since you're reading this, it's likely you haven't sworn off Nintendo for good based off of the Wii U Virtual Console's launch lineup. That's great. But maybe you're still upset, maybe you've sworn off these titles. But perhaps all you need is a little refresher. Did you swear off Super Mario World because of some odd "Bros. before Globes" motto? Did the name Ice Climber make you think it stars only one? Because there's totally two! What other wonders await you? Read on, and learn more about the upcoming Wii U Virtual Console launch lineup.
Originally Released: 1986 for the NES
Also On: GBA, Wii Virtual Console, 3DS
Multiplayer: Yes (2-player simultaneous)
Franchise Notables: Balloon Kid (3DS Virtual Console), Balloon Trip Breeze (Wii U - Nintendo Land)
NWR Coverage: Jared Rosenberg Recommends
Originally Released: 1986 for the NES
Also On: GBA (e-Reader), Wii Virtual Console, 3DS Virtual Console
Multiplayer: Yes (2-player asynchronous)
Franchise Notables:Donkey Kong Country Returns (Wii, 3DS)
NWR Coverage:Carmine Red Does Not Recommend
Originally Released: 1985 for the NES
Also On: GBA (e-Reader and Classic NES Series), Wii Virtual Console, 3DS (3D Classic)
Multiplayer:No
Franchise Notables: Excitebike 64 (N64),Excitebike World Rally (WiiWare)
NWR Coverage:Steven Rodriguez Recommends
Originally Released: 1991 for the SNES
Also On: Wii Virtual Console
Multiplayer: No
Franchise Notables: F-Zero X (N64), F-Zero GX (GameCube)
NWR Coverage: Jared Rosenberg - SNES Top 20
Originally Released: 1985 for the NES
Also On: GBA (e-Reader and Classic NES Series), Wii Virtual Console, 3DS Virtual Console
Multiplayer: Yes (2-player simultaneous)
NWR Coverage:
Mike Gamin Recommends for Fans
Originally Released: 1993 for the NES
Also On: Wii Virtual Console, 3DS (3D Classics series)
Multiplayer: No
Franchise Notables:Kirby's Epic Yarn, Kirby's Return to Dreamland
NWR Coverage:Andrew Brown's 3D Classics Kirby's Adventure Review
Originally Released: 1987 for the NES
Also On: Wii Virtual Console, 3DS Virtual Console
Multiplayer: No
Franchise Notables:Super Punch-Out!!, Punch-Out!! (Wii)
Originally Released: 1991 for the SNES
Also On: Wii Virtual Console
Multiplayer: Yes (2-player asynchronous)
Franchise Notables:Yoshi's Island, New Super Mario Bros. U
NWR Coverage:First Super NES Memories
So what are you going to play from this batch? Or are you waiting for Super Metroid and greener pastures. Let us known in the forums below!
8Post by: Sundoulos on April 26, 2013, 07:52:24 AM
Post by: azeke on April 26, 2013, 08:01:59 AM
Personally, i'm waiting for Super Metroid, never played it before.
Post by: pokepal148 on April 26, 2013, 08:05:40 AM
I know that it is consistent with their past pricing structure, but it's amazing that Nintendo is still charging $5 and $8 for some of these. There a few NES and SNES games I'd be willing to fork over that much money to play, but they are few and far between. I hope that they introduce summer sales to the Wii U VC at some point.on SNES with how pricey rpgs get *cough* earthbound *cough* it is a steal...
Post by: Sundoulos on April 26, 2013, 08:31:47 AM
Agreed. Earthbound (and many of the SNES-era RPGs) would be personally worth $8 to me. There's no way I'd pay $5 for Balloon Fight, Ice Climber, Excitebike, or DKjr at this point, though.I know that it is consistent with their past pricing structure, but it's amazing that Nintendo is still charging $5 and $8 for some of these. There a few NES and SNES games I'd be willing to fork over that much money to play, but they are few and far between. I hope that they introduce summer sales to the Wii U VC at some point.on SNES with how pricey rpgs get *cough* earthbound *cough* it is a steal...
Post by: RABicle on April 26, 2013, 08:51:22 AM
Post by: azeke on April 26, 2013, 08:58:53 AM
Balloon Fight should cost 30 3DS Coins.But... But... but Iwata himself made that fish jump out of the water!
Post by: Jess1053 on April 26, 2013, 09:13:04 AM
Don't worry! Earthbound is in the 'launch window!' Based on our experience with that we'll see it in a year.
Having the entire development cycle of the Wii U to get these emulators ready and waiting 6 months after launch for only 8 games already found elsewhere. Meh... Nintendo isn't in a rush to please its fans.
Post by: Kairon on April 26, 2013, 12:02:55 PM
Post by: TJ Spyke on April 26, 2013, 12:48:05 PM
Just as disappointing as the Wii U launch titles.
Don't worry! Earthbound is in the 'launch window!' Based on our experience with that we'll see it in a year.
The Wii U had one of the best launch lineups ever, don't know what you are smoking.
And Iwata flat out said in the Nintendo Direct that EarthBound would be coming later this year.
Post by: Pixelated Pixies on April 26, 2013, 12:56:17 PM
Post by: pokepal148 on April 26, 2013, 01:30:49 PM
Post by: NWR_insanolord on April 26, 2013, 01:31:57 PM
Post by: pokepal148 on April 26, 2013, 01:33:25 PM
Post by: TJ Spyke on April 26, 2013, 01:35:05 PM
Poke, no. They pay $1 more than you would have to pay. You don't want to buy the game, fine. But what unwould be willing to pay has no bearing on a discussion for the actual price,
Post by: pokepal148 on April 26, 2013, 01:38:00 PM
I will attest to that pix pix. I got Ice Climber for free with the Ambassador Program and I couldn't see myself paying more than $1 for it, its just not a good game and I would not recommend it for anyone.Actually read the last two posts before jumping to conclusions, i was comparing to if games like ice climber would be dropped to 3$ on the Wii U
Poke, no. They pay $1 more than you would have to pay. You don't want to buy the game, fine. But what unwould be willing to pay has no bearing on a discussion for the actual price,
Post by: TJ Spyke on April 26, 2013, 01:42:26 PM
Post by: pokepal148 on April 26, 2013, 01:50:39 PM
and it's going to be $4.99 :D
