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Title: NWR Staff's Favorite 10 Games of 2013
Post by: bluelander on December 23, 2013, 06:09:23 PM

The Year of Luigi is coming to an end. Come see which games we loved in 2013.

http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/feature/36261

Despite the struggling sales numbers of the Wii U and some analyst-fueled doom and gloom floating around, 2013 has been a stellar year for diehard Nintendo fans. We’ve seen multiple new entries in beloved franchises that have blown away expectations. 

We here at Nintendo World Report have been diligently discussing our top 10 favorite games of this year. They will be presented in a completely random order, with no ranking whatsoever attached.

Let us know in the comments below what you think of our selections, or if you feel like we missed any hidden gems. Don't forget to keep checking this page as we add each entry over the next few days.

Title: Re: NWR Staff's Favorite 10 Games of 2013
Post by: Leo13 on December 26, 2013, 01:45:16 PM

Want to play Pikmin 3, but lack a Wii U? $219 on newegg.com http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=0PW-003J-00002 (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=0PW-003J-00002)
This sale has been going on since last week I just got mine the other day.

Title: Re: NWR Staff's Favorite 10 Games of 2013
Post by: Leo13 on December 26, 2013, 04:43:19 PM

Wonderful 101 is on sale for $29.99
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/the-wonderful-101-nintendo-wii-u/8408054.p?id=1218875461769&skuId=8408054&st=wondeful%20101&lp=1&cp=1 (http://www.bestbuy.com/site/the-wonderful-101-nintendo-wii-u/8408054.p?id=1218875461769&skuId=8408054&st=wondeful%20101&lp=1&cp=1)

Title: Re: NWR Staff's Favorite 10 Games of 2013
Post by: sisibakbak on December 29, 2013, 04:42:53 PM

I bought it a few days ago and just finished the main set of levels. Absolutely adoring it, fantastic use of the GamePad and there's a crap ton to do. Has to be my GOTY (though, I haven't played a great deal of new games this year including 3D World so it's a bit of an easy choice really).

Title: Re: NWR Staff's Favorite 10 Games of 2013
Post by: Vrgin X on January 01, 2014, 04:19:57 PM

Team Plasma is so 2011, Team Flare is where it's at, son.  8)

Title: Re: NWR Staff's Favorite 10 Games of 2013
Post by: Pixelated Pixies on January 02, 2014, 03:22:59 PM

I'm going to post my top games of the year here, lest I forget. It's been a slow year in terms of gaming for me, so I can only muster excitement for the following 5 games.

1-The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
2-Fire Emblem: Awakening
3- Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon
4-Steamworld: Dig
5-Harmoknight

I also had some fun with the following notable mentions, but couldn't quite bring myself to put them on my 'top' list.

-Animal Crossing: New Leaf
-Pokémon Y
-Mario and Donkey Kong - Minis on the Move

I have also played a few hours of Pikmin 3, Rayman Legends and Super Mario 3D World, which all seem awesome, but not being a Wii U owner has meant I haven't spent as much time with those games as they probably deserve.

Title: Re: NWR Staff's Favorite 10 Games of 2013
Post by: Khushrenada on January 02, 2014, 04:09:11 PM

Oh ho! Nice. I thought the last spot might end up going to the Wonderful 101. Not sure what kind of support the game might have with staff. However, I can't argue with the choice of the 3DS's 6th jewel this year. Often not as appreciated as the main 5 of the year LM, FA, AC, PY/PX and ALBW, I'm glad it was not forgotten and regarded so highly.

Title: Re: NWR Staff's Favorite 10 Games of 2013
Post by: Leo13 on January 02, 2014, 04:57:00 PM

I agree AND disagree with Khushrenada. I agree that I expected Wonderful 101 on here somewhere, but I disagree on justification. I'm honestly shocked that it's not on here. I'd say there's no argument that it should be above Shin Megami Tensi and Ace Attorney.

Title: Re: NWR Staff's Favorite 10 Games of 2013
Post by: Pixelated Pixies on January 02, 2014, 06:36:33 PM

"Much like Grand Theft Auto V..." is not a statement I ever thought I'd see used in reference to an Ace Attorney game.

Title: Re: NWR Staff's Favorite 10 Games of 2013
Post by: Khushrenada on January 02, 2014, 07:53:29 PM

Quote from: Leo13 on January 02, 2014, 04:57:00 PM

I agree AND disagree with Khushrenada.

How dare you! You had it right in the first bit. Never second guess your first instinct.

Title: Re: NWR Staff's Favorite 10 Games of 2013
Post by: Leo13 on January 03, 2014, 05:04:02 PM

You really think BOTH of those deserve to be over Wonderful 101?
I was listening to the Official Nintendo Magazine Podcast this morning and they did their Nintendo 2013 top ten and W101 was #1
http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/56522/onm-podcast-matthew-and-joes-top-10-games-of-the-year/ (http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/56522/onm-podcast-matthew-and-joes-top-10-games-of-the-year/)

Title: Re: NWR Staff's Favorite 10 Games of 2013
Post by: Pixelated Pixies on January 03, 2014, 05:34:19 PM

Quote from: Leo13 on January 03, 2014, 05:04:02 PM

I was listening to the Official Nintendo Magazine Podcast this morning and they did their Nintendo 2013 top ten and W101 was #1
http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/56522/onm-podcast-matthew-and-joes-top-10-games-of-the-year/ (http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/56522/onm-podcast-matthew-and-joes-top-10-games-of-the-year/)

...Good for them?