Ok, that's a bit...different. Hope this gets all of the "new IP" people to shut their pie holes for a little while.
Thoughts?
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Dasmos on July 10, 2008, 09:28:20 AM
Okay I had no idea what was going on in that trailer, but colour me intrigued.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Pale on July 10, 2008, 10:07:21 AM
Miyamoto's new IP confirmed! =P
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on July 10, 2008, 10:48:10 AM
Well it involves a superhero reject trying to help a bunch of obscure Nintendo characters in a world that has some rather beautiful art design (by Skip LTD, most likely)...Why WOULDN'T you want it?
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: bustin98 on July 10, 2008, 12:04:48 PM
I'm sorry, but I have no interest in this game. My world consists of colors like brown, gray, and muzzle fire.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Deguello on July 10, 2008, 12:06:29 PM
"I'm sorry, but I have no interest in this game."
This will be the majority response from all the "MAKE NEW IP" people.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Nick DiMola on July 10, 2008, 12:08:14 PM
Well it involves a superhero reject trying to help a bunch of obscure Nintendo characters in a world that has some rather beautiful art design (by Skip LTD, most likely)...Why WOULDN'T you want it?
QFT. If this doesn't release in America, time to mod the Wii and get me an import copy.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Pale on July 10, 2008, 12:18:19 PM
I hope it's still called Captain Rainbow when it comes here.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: DAaaMan64 on July 10, 2008, 12:42:40 PM
Hope this gets all of the "new IP" people to shut their pie holes for a little while.
Thoughts?
I think you should shut your goddamn mouth. I lament the fact that I'll never get to play this wackiness.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Chozo Ghost on July 10, 2008, 05:29:26 PM
Is it just me, or does this seem very similar to the art style in TIngle's DS RPG adventure? I also think that this game probably won't make it here to the U.S. for probably the same reason Tingle didn't make it here, and that reason would be because homophobia is a major problem here, unlike in Japan or Europe.
It does look like a cool game, and I hope it makes it here, but the bigots might keep that from happening.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on July 10, 2008, 05:41:21 PM
I would rather keep the idea that Tingle never made it stateside for the sole reason that Tingle just isn't a very popular character, not because of its homosexual undertones...That gives this game a bit better chance of coming over... =(
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Nick DiMola on July 10, 2008, 05:51:50 PM
Is it just me, or does this seem very similar to the art style in TIngle's DS RPG adventure?
I'd say it much more closely resembles Skip's other title GiFTPiA.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Adrock on July 10, 2008, 07:10:35 PM
There's next to no gameplay in that trailer. I appreciate the obvious humor that will be in the game but I'd like some indication that what I'm playing will actually be fun.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Peachylala on July 10, 2008, 07:32:20 PM
I think you should shut your goddamn mouth. I lament the fact that I'll never get to play this wackiness.
So certain are you? Nintendo has done nothing but surprise people for the last two years. Maybe this game will make it to the states. If not, you can always import it and spend hours rifling through translation guides. :)
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on July 10, 2008, 09:48:27 PM
Unfortunately, importing Wii games is not nearly as cheap as importing DS games... =(
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Mario on July 10, 2008, 10:29:16 PM
Tingle is popular. You can thank IGN for it not coming to America LOL. The style isn't that similar to Tingle, looks a lot more like Giftpia.
I think it should come over here because of the Nintendo characters in it. At least I hope.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Svevan on July 10, 2008, 10:46:30 PM
It's by Skip, ergo, I will climb mountains to purchase it.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: KDR_11k on July 11, 2008, 04:34:51 AM
I would rather keep the idea that Tingle never made it stateside for the sole reason that Tingle just isn't a very popular character, not because of its homosexual undertones...That gives this game a bit better chance of coming over... =(
Homosexual undertones? What? Sure, the bridge builder guys are weirdos and Tingle's costume isn't exactly the epitome of manliness (though overall he seems slightly more evil than weird, cackling when he succeeds and all that) but other than that I don't see much about homosexuality. The game has more busty women than muscled men.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Mario on July 11, 2008, 04:50:53 AM
The bridge builders exist for being hilarious.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on July 11, 2008, 07:52:50 AM
I figured a guy named Duke with a white hat and sunglasses like that is a reference to Fear and Loathing.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on July 23, 2008, 08:09:17 PM
Two new trailers!
Little Mac ain't so little anymore... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8PzU01nLvU) Takamaru is far too formal! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpYyLjdSt9w)
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Post by: Caliban on July 23, 2008, 08:30:29 PM
Awesome. Although I would wish that they would not use gibberish for human characters, just my personal opinion.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Ceric on July 23, 2008, 09:00:03 PM
Hmm... This is starting to look much more interesting. I also want to know what he used for the subscripts and the links.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: BeautifulShy on July 23, 2008, 09:12:23 PM
I don't mind the voices it reminds me of Okami which I like.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Morari on July 23, 2008, 09:55:21 PM
Little Mac ain't so little anymore... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8PzU01nLvU)
Finally some confirmation that Birdo is still a dude in drag.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Ceric on July 24, 2008, 10:12:10 AM
[Prompted by another thread but I felt that it was more relevant in the games thread.]
I think Captain Rainbow is an odd mix of Viewtiful Joe (Changing TV Personality), Kingdom of Hearts(Nintendo Characters in a Non-Nintendo Wordl), and Animal Crossing(Running around helping people). I'm truly not sure who this fully appeals to. Parts of it definitely appeals to me but, other parts counteract that. Plus I'm not to keen on the chosen art style. Just not big on the proportions there using more then anything else. I reserve true judgment till I can get my hands on this game. It has the potentially to be truly special and the potential to need to be burned and buried with ET.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Smash_Brother on July 24, 2008, 12:47:16 PM
This game looks like the SSBB "Apology" or something.
If Geno shows up, that cements it.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: UltimatePartyBear on July 24, 2008, 12:57:34 PM
Everything about this game reminds me of the excellent Chibi Robo. I fear that NOA will shun it just like they did Tingle's game, especially after seeing references to Birdo's origin and a Japan-only character like Takamaru.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Ceric on July 24, 2008, 01:33:37 PM
Everything about this game reminds me of the excellent Chibi Robo. I fear that NOA will shun it just like they did Tingle's game, especially after seeing references to Birdo's origin and a Japan-only character like Takamaru.
Did they say something about Birdo being a guy... If so thats an American thing.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: UltimatePartyBear on July 24, 2008, 02:57:03 PM
Did they say something about Birdo being a guy... If so thats an American thing.
You have that backwards. Birdo has always been male in Japan, but they usually change that for the U.S. versions. In the trailers for Captain Rainbow, Birdo has a rather masculine voice, and Little Mac acts surprised and double checks his script after referring to Birdo as a girl, then says that it depends on one's point of view.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Ceric on July 24, 2008, 03:11:04 PM
See I thought the story went that Birdo in Doki Doki Panic was a girl but when it came stateside NoA didn't think it was right to beat up on a girl so they changed the wording to make Birdo a guy. Every couple of year I hear a different story on how that is.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on July 24, 2008, 03:36:04 PM
It's the stuff of Legend.
Watch out, Zelda.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Ceric on July 24, 2008, 03:40:31 PM
Legend Of BirdoJust for TYP:Quest for The Crystal Eggs.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on July 24, 2008, 04:34:58 PM
See I thought the story went that Birdo in Doki Doki Panic was a girl but when it came stateside NoA didn't think it was right to beat up on a girl so they changed the wording to make Birdo a guy. Every couple of year I hear a different story on how that is.
Nope, it was mentioned in the original Japanese manual that Birdo was a cross-dresser, and that was obviously changed for the U.S. release...Since then, Birdo was turned back into a girl, but this game is poking fun at her (his) origins...
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Smash_Brother on July 24, 2008, 05:12:33 PM
This game would be a massive yawn for me...if not for the fact that the team behind Chibi Robo is behind it and CR was fucking amazing.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Ceric on July 24, 2008, 05:17:50 PM
I wonder if SalesBot has a part in this one...
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: BeautifulShy on July 24, 2008, 08:09:18 PM
Yeah that would be great. Ceric do you plan on bringing back Salesbot?
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Post by: nickmitch on July 24, 2008, 09:10:18 PM
This could be the Captain N game I've been dreaming of, only not.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: ThePerm on July 25, 2008, 10:25:14 PM
birdo = gender: female, Sex: male
gender is social role
sex is biological role
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Ceric on July 25, 2008, 10:29:52 PM
Yeah that would be great. Ceric do you plan on bringing back Salesbot?
Actually, I've got a new version of the parser written right before BnM disappeared. I've thought about picking it up again. Maybe even sitting down and fixing "Fun With Numbers." Though on my machine there is an odd login bug which didn't help matters.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: BeautifulShy on July 25, 2008, 11:23:25 PM
Well I hope it works out.:)
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: ShyGuy on July 26, 2008, 02:58:56 AM
I had the original manual for the US Super Mario 2 cartridge and it did say that Birdo was guy who thought he was a girl. I was too young at the time to think there was any connotation to that. It was just like Bugs Bunny in a dress.
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Post by: Morari on July 26, 2008, 11:11:41 PM
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: BeautifulShy on July 30, 2008, 02:31:22 PM
So it is Crazy Tracy. Man I am liking this game alot. So far the characters are Crazy Tracy, Little Mac and Birdo. Who's next?
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: vudu on July 30, 2008, 03:16:01 PM
Man, those boobs sure are something. :P
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: KDR_11k on July 30, 2008, 04:41:18 PM
Does it have the Koopa Kids that got tossed aside and replaced by "Bowser Jr."?
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: BeautifulShy on July 30, 2008, 05:10:53 PM
As far as I can tell I haven't seen them. The last I saw them was in Mario & Luigi:SuperStar Saga. I pose this question to everybody who would you want to be in this game?
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: DAaaMan64 on July 30, 2008, 05:19:20 PM
Bomb kids (Majora's Mask) Zapdos (Pokemon) Proffesor E. Gadd (Or the could just make Luigi's Mansion 2 already) The camera man in the background in excitebike Swanky Kong Tiptup the turtle from DKR as well as Wizpig
OTHERS
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on July 30, 2008, 06:17:16 PM
Farore (the ignored Oracle of Secrets who spends both games hanging around inside the Maku trees) Wart Kuribo's Shoe Ayumi Tachibana (Famicom Detective) Giygas Kraid Luigi
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: NWR_pap64 on July 30, 2008, 10:50:47 PM
Don't do that! This was a secret plan to find out who hasn't played the best game ever!
Well at least I have one target to stalk... >=|
For the record, I've played and owned Link's Awakening and think its a great handheld title. I just dpn't remember the story and characters that well.
But I shall never forget how you could get away with theft, and the punishment you would receive if you were caught :) .
Speaking of which...remember that frog guy with the sword? The guy whose house would play the secret Nintendo song? I have the strong feeling that he will be a character in Captain Rainbow.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on July 31, 2008, 12:39:58 AM
You must play the game until it is burned into your MEMORY!
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Tanookisuit on July 31, 2008, 12:48:10 AM
Isn't the frog in Link's Awakening Wart? Also, I remember almost nothing from that game also. Just some raccoon and a mushroom and something about soup.
Characters I want to see: Balloon Fighter Hogan's Alley bad guys Mike Jones form Startropics
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: MegaByte on July 31, 2008, 07:30:57 AM
Yeah (AKA Mamu), but he's referring to Richard, a prince whose villa is full of frogs. The music in his villa as well as Richard himself are from Kaeru no Tameni Kaneha Naru (For the Frog the Bell Tolls).
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: KDR_11k on July 31, 2008, 08:57:22 AM
Perhaps the walking fires from Donkey Kong or even Pauline herself? Mr. Game & Watch?
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: vudu on July 31, 2008, 02:32:03 PM
This gets more and more excited every time I see it. The game looks quirky, innovative, and FRESH.
Too bad American homophobia and the obscure Nintendo references will likely keep this away from our shores.
The way I see it, the game has no *** elements (as far as I know, and Birdo is in the game). Its basically a game built around the interaction of classic Nintendo characters. In other words; Chibi Robo with Nintendo characters.
The only thing that inspires homophobia is the name Captain Rainbow. The rainbow has been seen as a symbol for girls and *** people. Remember Rainbow Brite? She was an icon for girls.
We live in an era in which gamers view consoles as extensions of their egos, life styles...and dicks.
A game with a name like Captain Rainbow makes little boys...I mean grown men fear that their status is in shaky ground.
I personally see the character as a farce, kinda like Powered Toast Man. If the Rainbow elements are removed or toned down there wouldn't be a problem.
If this game is released in the US, name intact and all, I have to congratulate Nintendo for being bold.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on August 08, 2008, 08:11:42 PM
Captain Brown Almost Hardcore?
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: NWR_pap64 on August 08, 2008, 08:56:39 PM
Did you guys notice. There was Mario and Luigi above Crazy Tracy.
Mario and Link.
i didnt :(
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: BeautifulShy on August 18, 2008, 11:46:35 AM
Http://www.famitsu.com/game/coming/1217306_1407.html Some old some new screens
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on August 20, 2008, 12:19:22 AM
Three commercials and a new trailer! (http://wii.com/jp/articles/captain-rainbow/) (Best commercials ever!)
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Caliban on August 20, 2008, 01:03:37 AM
So how's this game supposed to be played anyhow? I'm confused, and the commercials didn't help much. Well the trailer gave some insight, but I have no clue on what was being spoken.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: DAaaMan64 on August 20, 2008, 01:20:41 AM
So how's this game supposed to be played anyhow? I'm confused, and the commercials didn't help much. Well the trailer gave some insight, but I have no clue on what was being spoken.
agreed.
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Post by: Dasmos on August 20, 2008, 01:23:19 AM
Commercials were fantastic.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on August 20, 2008, 01:26:53 AM
Think of it as Animal Crossing crossed with an action game...You explore the island in search of characters to help...You then provide your services (such as training Little Mac in boxing, the Famicom Wars Soldats in volleyball, etc)...I believe you have to collect those weird white things that have the yellow ears...Once you collect enough of them (through helping others and finding them around the island), you'll get a star...You have to get the star to a certain place (I guess so it can be granted), but "shadows" come after you, and if you're caught you are sent to a minigame where you face off against them...When you finally get the star to its goal, you can either grant Nick's wish (to become a really popular superhero) or one of the Nintendo characters' wishes...I assume choosing Nick's wish will just end the game, while granting everyone on the island's wishes will get you the true ending of the game... =)
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on August 20, 2008, 02:02:11 AM
Oh, and Famitsu has reviewed the game: 8/7/8/8 (31/40)
And what the review had to say from someone (http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=12462406&postcount=518) who has seen it:
Quote
The Famitsu cross-review in a nutshell : really great, funny characters and writing. The characters in particular are really expressive, and seem to all be living their own life withing the game (also thanks to the day/night cycle). Pretty enjoyable gameplay, good tempo. Some really indecent (in a good way) humor. Seems like the music is pretty good too. Overall, it would seem like they all really liked it, including the "7" guy.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: BeautifulShy on August 20, 2008, 02:16:41 AM
Thats a good score and overview of the game. I hope it gets a US release.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Nick DiMola on August 20, 2008, 06:45:25 AM
If this game doesn't see a US release I am going to be furious. I'm hoping Nintendo has something to say about localization soon.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on August 20, 2008, 09:09:13 AM
New trailer starring Lip! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLEHK0NT3Sc)
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Caliban on August 20, 2008, 09:30:15 AM
Think of it as Animal Crossing crossed with an action game...You explore the island in search of characters to help...You then provide your services (such as training Little Mac in boxing, the Famicom Wars Soldats in volleyball, etc)...I believe you have to collect those weird white things that have the yellow ears...Once you collect enough of them (through helping others and finding them around the island), you'll get a star...You have to get the star to a certain place (I guess so it can be granted), but "shadows" come after you, and if you're caught you are sent to a minigame where you face off against them...When you finally get the star to its goal, you can either grant Nick's wish (to become a really popular superhero) or one of the Nintendo characters' wishes...I assume choosing Nick's wish will just end the game, while granting everyone on the island's wishes will get you the true ending of the game... =)
Well I'm not convinced on this game from your description, but I will give it a chance because I also gave a chance to Chibi-Robo with the exact same feeling I have for CR at the moment.
I hate to be the bearer of bad news but... (http://Http://gonintendo.com/?p=53548)
The only negative part of that was the reaction of the person that posted it, there is no reason to take that as meaning a release is less likely and it may mean that it's slightly more likely.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: NWR_pap64 on August 23, 2008, 02:03:54 AM
I hate to be the bearer of bad news but... (http://Http://gonintendo.com/?p=53548)
Not surprising, though disappointing. Like I mentioned already the obscure Nintendo references along with the fruitiness of Japanese humor will keep this one away.
Even if it does get released in the US the game will likely be treated as minimally as possible, like Chibi Robo before it.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Mario on August 23, 2008, 02:37:43 AM
What the ****? What a shitty news story. Talk about spin. The fact the game is there is only a good thing. Horrible horrible website.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: GoldenPhoenix on August 23, 2008, 03:01:30 AM
I really want this game here, it is looks unique, quirky and FRESH.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on August 23, 2008, 09:07:08 AM
What the ****? What a shitty news story. Talk about spin. The fact the game is there is only a good thing. Horrible horrible website.
Seriously, GoHobo is HARDLY an industry mole...
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Mario on August 29, 2008, 11:41:05 AM
The game is out, hope it's not flopping.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on August 29, 2008, 12:03:49 PM
It's flopping, but that doesn't make it any less awesome!
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: D_Average on August 29, 2008, 08:09:50 PM
I'll be honest, I had my doubts about this game, but after watching the first 12 minutes, it does look intriguing.... http://wiifolder.com/?p=87 (http://wiifolder.com/?p=87)
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: GoldenPhoenix on August 29, 2008, 08:32:18 PM
I really hope Nintendo brings this game out in the US, it may actually catch on if marketed correctly like Animal Crossing.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Caliban on August 30, 2008, 12:46:24 AM
ZOMG the truth is revealed. lolz (http://kotaku.com/5043331/birdo-imprisoned-over-gender-mix+up-only-a-dildo-can-save-her)
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: vudu on August 30, 2008, 10:06:27 AM
I really hope Nintendo brings this game out in the US, it may actually catch on if marketed correctly like Animal Crossing.
Not likely to happen given what I've read about the game (for example, see Caliban's link). ;)
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on August 30, 2008, 10:17:06 AM
So quick are people to forget about Conker...
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: vudu on August 30, 2008, 10:26:19 AM
Conker was able to fly under the radar because not even Nintendo cared about the N64 by that point. If Conker came out a few years earlier (or was delayed to a NGC game, it would have been censored quite a bit. Also, it was made by Rare, Nintendo's then-darling second party, not Skip, a dev team Nintendo doesn't really care about.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on August 30, 2008, 11:57:11 AM
Well they obviously care about Skip enough to let them do whatever the hell they want...
Now tell me, what was the last game of Ninty's that was censored in the localization from Japan to the U.S.? I can't think of one in the past two generations...Hell, they don't even care about 3rd party censorship for the most part (BMX XXX?)
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: vudu on August 30, 2008, 03:51:20 PM
I don't recall saying the game would be censored during localization. I said it wouldn't be localized at all. (And there are plenty of those.)
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on August 30, 2008, 03:53:38 PM
You certainly implied that the game wouldn't make it over because of the content...If it doesn't make it over it's because NOA are a bunch of lazy goons, nothing otherwise... =(
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: KDR_11k on August 31, 2008, 03:53:09 AM
Explain Tingle then.
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: Bill Aurion on August 31, 2008, 02:17:13 PM
No audience for Tingle since he's a pretty disliked character in America... :tpg:
Title: Re: Captain Rainbow?!
Post by: KDR_11k on August 31, 2008, 02:55:50 PM
You make it sound like any region likes that guy.
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Post by: BeautifulShy on September 30, 2008, 03:59:52 PM
