The NWR staff members look back at some of the games they wish to see on the handheld Virtual Console
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One feature that saw birth in this generation of console gaming is the online distribution of classic and new titles. The Wii, in particular, saw this through the Virtual Console, a service which allows players to download their favorite classic games since the launch of the system in 2006. Whether it was for the NES or the N64, and even the Turbografx-16, gamers could relive their childhood memories thanks to this service.
Despite offering original content through WiiWare and DSiWare, there hasn't been a service dedicated to classic handheld games. That will no longer be the case as the upcoming 3DS will feature its Virtual Console, focusing on handheld gaming (specifically Game Boy games). Players will now be able to download their favorite Game Boy and Game Boy Color game directly onto the 3D enhanced system.
NWR decided to look back at some of our favorite games to see which ones we thought deserved to be on the service. So far, we expect that Super Mario Land and The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening DX will be available as soon as the eShop goes live in May. There is no guarantee that all of our titles will hit the service (as there are still many games that need to be released on the Virtual Console), but many have a great chance of doing so thanks to their timeless gameplay, unforgettable characters, or incredible level of challenge.
We're going to reveal one staffer's wants each day for the rest of the week. Without further ado, let us look at the possible future of the handheld Virtual Console by looking at our gaming past.
When this idea was first pitched, I asked if they wanted to expand the scope beyond the Game Boy. The idea was flatly rejected.
That's something that hasn't been touched upon yet, as far as I know... how will the 3DS VC handle multi-player?
But if they support multiplayer, then UncleBob's hacked together Faceball 2000 multiplayer solution could become a lot less unique.
My demands are simple:
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- Pokemon Trading Card Game
Fun thing this feature has taught me: our staff can't follow directions.
Color me shocked. No mention of the ever so popular Cho Aniki: Otoko no Tamafuda for the Wonderswan by Mr. Lindemann! Come on, you know it will happen eventually!
Oh snap, I totally forgot about that. Didn't you play my copy of Pokemon Pinball?