Gaming Forums => Nintendo Gaming => Topic started by: Oblivion on February 17, 2013, 11:48:51 PM
Title: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Oblivion on February 17, 2013, 11:48:51 PM
I really want this game, and I'm debating on whether I should get them on both systems. My question is, how easy is it to transfer files? Is it as easy as the Vita/PS3, or not? Is it something that can be done in less than 30 seconds?
(Also, when the hell is the Circle Pad Pro XL coming to the US?)
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Post by: NeoStar9X on February 18, 2013, 12:52:59 AM
Curious about this as well.
Still debating if I should get both. I eventually want both but not sure if I'll even put the 3DS version to good use. Thinking the extra money might be better spent on Luigi's Mansion instead.
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Post by: Kytim89 on February 18, 2013, 01:06:10 AM
If Nintendo releases that all-black 3DS XL with Monster Hunter 3DS pre-installed in North America then I will buy that with the Wii U game, and an actual Wii U.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on February 18, 2013, 01:25:06 AM
You got that kinda cash on hand?
That's atleast $550 before tax. just over $600 if you want your Wii U to match your black 3DSXL
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Kytim89 on February 18, 2013, 01:58:14 AM
That's atleast $550 before tax. just over $600 if you want your Wii U to match your black 3DSXL
I have a hefty tax return on the way. ;)
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Sarail on February 18, 2013, 04:48:21 PM
Kytim has six children.
But seriously. Do it. Look forward to playing Monster Hunter online with you... once again. :)
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Post by: Stogi on February 18, 2013, 04:51:51 PM
Six baby humans, six hundred wing-wangs.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: xcwarrior on February 19, 2013, 12:20:40 AM
I hope not long, I look to buy both versions.
Amazon is currently doing a deal, where if you preorder both 3DS and Wii U in the same checkout, they will only cost $80 total. I'm doing that unless Best Buy matches the deal, which I would rather use since I have gift cards to BB.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: NWR_insanolord on February 19, 2013, 12:36:57 AM
I ordered that Amazon deal and then canceled it a little while later after realizing I wanted the games digitally.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Oblivion on February 19, 2013, 01:58:59 AM
Yeah, I think I'm gonna just suck it up and buy them digitally. I think paying 20 dollars extra is worth it.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Toruresu on February 19, 2013, 07:42:03 AM
Sincere question. Why would you want both versions? I mean, if it was the same game and you could do the same things, then perfect. But isn't the 3DS version incapable of being played online?
I'm getting the Wii U version for sure.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Oblivion on February 19, 2013, 10:11:02 AM
Because I can transfer my dude to the 3DS version when I'm away from my house.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Louieturkey on February 19, 2013, 12:57:14 PM
Does the 3DS version have local co op?
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Ceric on February 19, 2013, 01:09:24 PM
Mine too. I thought that was why it was so popular in Japan. So Toruresu, the reason people would want both would be to continue developing their characters when away from the house. I would love to be able to take a game that requires a lot of grinding with me when away from home, such as Diablo III or Monster Hunter in this thread's case and develop the character further while at lunch from work or anywhere else. If I have the time and nothing to do, this fills that time.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: pokepal148 on February 19, 2013, 01:53:41 PM
im buying one waiting for a price drop on the other
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Ceric on February 19, 2013, 02:08:16 PM
Mine too. I thought that was why it was so popular in Japan. So Toruresu, the reason people would want both would be to continue developing their characters when away from the house. I would love to be able to take a game that requires a lot of grinding with me when away from home, such as Diablo III or Monster Hunter in this thread's case and develop the character further while at lunch from work or anywhere else. If I have the time and nothing to do, this fills that time.
Ni No Kuni. I be sooo much further if I could just take grinding onto a portable. Shoot I wouldn't need to be able to progress the story.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Louieturkey on February 19, 2013, 02:35:27 PM
Mine too. I thought that was why it was so popular in Japan. So Toruresu, the reason people would want both would be to continue developing their characters when away from the house. I would love to be able to take a game that requires a lot of grinding with me when away from home, such as Diablo III or Monster Hunter in this thread's case and develop the character further while at lunch from work or anywhere else. If I have the time and nothing to do, this fills that time.
Ni No Kuni. I be sooo much further if I could just take grinding onto a portable. Shoot I wouldn't need to be able to progress the story.
That would be quite awesome. It could be a DL only title for the Vita where it is just for fighting monsters and then you would upload that character back into the full game. I'd pay $10-15 for something like that.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Toruresu on February 20, 2013, 06:19:59 PM
But guys, come on. What's a 30 minute session going to accomplish in a Monster Hunter game (or do I suck that much? haha)? To me, Monster Hunter was a game I sat to play for at least 3 hours at a time. Loved it on the Wii. Yes you could craft, collect/farm items/stuff but I don't think any meaningful hunt could happen in such a short time. I don't think I'll double dip this one.
Another question. If my friend brings his 3DS MH character to my house, could we both play in the same world, with him playing in his 3DS me in my Wii U?
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: MrPhishfood on February 23, 2013, 09:29:10 AM
Another question. If my friend brings his 3DS MH character to my house, could we both play in the same world, with him playing in his 3DS me in my Wii U?
Yes up to 3x 3DS can connect to the Wii U but you will be limited to local play. No online play.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Enner on February 28, 2013, 12:15:01 PM
Capcom will patch the Wii U version of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate in April to unlock cross-region play between gamers in North America and Europe, the company announced today.
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The patch will also enable off-TV play on the GamePad.
Better late than never. Hurray!
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: TJ Spyke on February 28, 2013, 01:00:46 PM
It's not even that late, it will be a couple of weeks after launch.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Enner on February 28, 2013, 01:44:15 PM
It's not even that late, it will be a couple of weeks after launch.
Ideally, it should have been there from the start for Japan. For Japan, it will have been many long weeks. Though, I guess it doesn't matter much to them since they have had Tri G on the 3DS for over a year.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: TJ Spyke on February 28, 2013, 01:52:36 PM
The only thing the patch would do for Japan is Off-Screen play, the patch's main feature is to enable North American and European players to play with each other.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: pokepal148 on March 01, 2013, 04:38:06 PM
But guys, come on. What's a 30 minute session going to accomplish in a Monster Hunter game (or do I suck that much? haha)? To me, Monster Hunter was a game I sat to play for at least 3 hours at a time. Loved it on the Wii. Yes you could craft, collect/farm items/stuff but I don't think any meaningful hunt could happen in such a short time. I don't think I'll double dip this one.
Another question. If my friend brings his 3DS MH character to my house, could we both play in the same world, with him playing in his 3DS me in my Wii U?
dinking around moga woods, gathering materials, doing some certain quests,
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: the_dan_x on March 04, 2013, 07:43:14 AM
Transferring the save data between 3DS and Wii U is really quick. There is an application that you need to download on the 3DS, but after that, you just follow the on screen prompts on the Wii U and 3DS, and you're good to go. It just took a few seconds. Less than 30, if I remember correctly (I did this back in December).
I think the addition of Off-Play is a good thing and something that tons of people and the West seemed to have been clamoring for with this game. For the Japanese, I honestly have no idea. At any rates, it beats the previous Off-TV solution of NEEDING a 3DS and a copy of the game on top of the Wii U version. :-|
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Oblivion on March 04, 2013, 01:12:29 PM
Wait... you don't need a copy of the 3DS version? I was under the impression that both had to be bought.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Ceric on March 04, 2013, 01:28:55 PM
Wait... you don't need a copy of the 3DS version? I was under the impression that both had to be bought.
No. You don't have to have both to play the game. The only real difference, besides the platform stuff, is that the Wii U version can play online and the 3DS version cannot.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: Oblivion on March 04, 2013, 02:39:51 PM
So if I don't buy the 3DS version, I can transfer my Wii U file to my 3DS and play it? That's what I'm asking.
Title: Re: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - How easy is it to switch from system to system?
Post by: TJ Spyke on March 04, 2013, 02:43:42 PM
Sounds like it. I think Dan was saying that you don't need the 3DS version to play it on the Wii U and do off screen play. But if you want to play on the 3DS, you have to have a copy of that version.
