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TalkBack / Re: Wii U Firmware Version 4.0.2 Now Available

« on: November 20, 2013, 11:38:37 AM »

Isn't TVii basically a web app, though? Like Miiverse, I don't think that's something that would get updated with a firmware update - it just happens whenever you log in after Nintendo (or whoever manages it) decides to update it.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Official Sales Thread

« on: November 15, 2013, 09:50:53 AM »

I'm sure the combined numbers for X/Y put it over GTAV. So yeah. Pokémon was the number one selling game of October.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: What obscure old game deserves the Kid Icarus: Uprising treatment?

« on: November 10, 2013, 06:20:28 PM »

I just want Darkwing Duck remade. Then all will be good.

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Podcast Discussion / Re: Episode 357: Legal Satire

« on: November 10, 2013, 02:39:29 AM »

Yeah, that makes the PS4 a no-go in my book. Complete wreck, too, as that would have completed the package for me. It's such a defining feature because I'd use it constantly for movies and the telly. That's pretty much what my PS3 was used for before it finally YLOD'ed.

I can live without the next big Naughty Dog game. Won't bother me one bit.

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General Gaming / Re: Your game of the Generation

« on: November 10, 2013, 02:28:51 AM »

I thought about this one. I really did. And while I thoroughly enjoyed and loved Uncharted 2, Skyward Sword, Mario Galaxy, Rockband, Final Fantasy III, and Pokémon Black...Xenoblade completely and relentlessly mesmerised me.

Not since Chrono Trigger and A Link to the Past has a game completely taken my breath away from me. I honestly didn't know what to expect going in - I just thought, "Oh, this MIGHT be a decent JRPG. It's probably just gonna be another run of the mill Japanese exp grind fest, though..."

Wow, was I ever wrong. Beginning to end, the game kept me on the edge of my seat wanting to squeeze out a bit more time to traverse the grand scope of a world that Monolithsoft feverishly crafted with care. It's charming, heroic, sad, happy, and brilliantly fearful all at varying points in the game. And yes, I'll say it like I've already said it a hundred times...

I love it.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Super Smash Bros. for WiiU (& 3DS)

« on: November 07, 2013, 11:27:51 AM »

I take it like this...

The "for" in the title is just that - it's as if you're saying "four." So, just insert a "4" in its place. Tada!

Super Smash Bros. 4 (Wii U) and Super Smash Bros. 4 (3DS)

Because that's what it is.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Pokémon X/Y

« on: October 31, 2013, 10:13:31 AM »

I'm a big fan of it. Spritzee/Aromatisse has become my lead tier one team starter. She kicks arse.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Official Sales Thread

« on: October 31, 2013, 10:10:25 AM »

I wonder if there's any chance of the new Jikkyou Powerful Pro game getting localised ala MLB Power Pros? I'd love to play the new one. Looks sharp.

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TalkBack / Re: More Cross-Play Titles Coming From Nintendo

« on: October 22, 2013, 07:55:32 PM »

I'm definitely for this, as it might spur more sales of Wii U versions of games...if gamers knew they could get online and have a huge crowd of gamers from other consoles to play alongside.

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Movies & TV / Re: Rate the last TV show you've seen

« on: October 16, 2013, 11:02:31 AM »

Watched episode one of the new (2nd) season of TMNT (2012). I like the new direction the show's going in with the mutagen cannisters - and equally happy that Wingnut is now a thing!

I just wonder when/if a certain Casey Jones is going to show up. And this episode also hints that Shredder's minions, Bebop and Rocksteady, might actually be a thing to happen this season (even though they were never in the original comic books - IIRC.)

Can't wait for the next episode.

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NWR Forums Discord / Re: Tetris Effect

« on: October 09, 2013, 10:32:50 PM »

Meteos did this to me years ago. Gah, I love that game.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: What obscure old game deserves the Kid Icarus: Uprising treatment?

« on: October 05, 2013, 03:37:57 PM »

Star Tropics.

This this this this this this this THIS. A million times over, THIS.

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General Gaming / Re: What are you playing?

« on: October 04, 2013, 09:22:24 AM »

That actually reminds me.  Is Hyperion stable yet?  Is it past the initial MMO launch rush?

Yes, absolutely. I mean, sure, there's going to be maintenance to all servers in time. But as far as the initial instability and login errors are concerned...it's all fantastic now.

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General Gaming / Re: What are you playing?

« on: October 03, 2013, 12:30:58 PM »

I'm in Mateus. I'd have to create a completely new character to join up with you, right?

Nope. In a few days, the World Transfer service is going to open up, and for the first five days, it'll be free to transfer over one character of your choosing. Go for it. We have a blast on Hyperion!

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General Gaming / Re: What are you playing?

« on: October 02, 2013, 06:07:29 PM »

Final Fantasy XIV. I'm actually surprised about how much fun I'm having. I'm a Cat-Girl Lancer.

OBLIVION! What server, yo?! Join Hyperion!

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NWR Forums Discord / Re: Train runs over couple having sex on tracks

« on: October 01, 2013, 12:56:56 AM »

Oh, I imagine she knew it was coming...

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: No multiplayer but we're expected to pay full price?

« on: September 28, 2013, 10:31:10 PM »

I'm fine with that. I'd never touch the multiplayer anyway. Bring it, Batman.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: NWR Forums Top 10 Zelda Games

« on: September 28, 2013, 12:42:54 AM »

1. Skyward Sword
2. Minish Cap
3. A Link to the Past
4. Majora's Mask
5. Link's Awakening
6. Twlight Princess
7. The Wind Waker
8. Four Swords Adventures
9. Ocarina of Time
10. Adventure of Link

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General Gaming / Re: What are you playing?

« on: September 21, 2013, 06:10:22 PM »

Got my copy of GTA V today, so I'll be able to take a break from poopsocking it in Final Fantasy XIV.  Man, that game is great, despite every effort by Square-Enix to sabotage it.  The MMO community is just as I remember it; a disheartening blend of assholes, noobs, try-hards, and some decent folk looking to have some fun.

What server are you playing on? Sounds like the wrong one. Join my Backloggery gang and I (Lindy's with us, too!) on Hyperion. LOTS of helpful folks there.

But yeah, FFXIV is great.

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General Gaming / Re: What are you playing?

« on: September 10, 2013, 10:31:12 PM »

Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn

Reboot. v2.0. Eorzea has changed, and the planet of Hydaelyn is all the better for it. I played v1.0 from the very inception, and to see all of the changes that have taken new shape and form is quite incredible.

The first thing that struck me were the intuitive opening game mechanics. Everything is set up, step-by-step, to pull the player into how everything functions. Whenever a new mechanic presents itself, a pop-up dialogue box will appear teaching the player about the new function. Very, very user-friendly.

But most importantly, the game's lore and beginning story is what has pulled me in the most. v1.0 had a small bit of story - Director Tanaka truly tried creating something unique...I just assume he got lost in the process of trying to bring everything together. But Yoshida? No way. This guy has everything under control. Battle mechanics, story, play control, the world - oh god, the WORLD. Eorzea has never looked better. Every area feels incredibly organic, and every small, tiny facet of detail oozes with charm. And the new Luminous graphics engine does this game justice.

I'm sure I've already clocked in over 30 hours since launch last week, and I still cannot get enough. I log in, and there's just so much to see and do. I can only imagine what the first expansion is going to bring - new lands to explore, new storyline elements, new weapon classes/jobs. I can't wait.

Naoki Yoshida, you are a godsend. Thank you.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Official Sales Thread

« on: September 05, 2013, 09:27:04 AM »

Excellent numbers for XIV: A Realm Reborn. And you can tell if you're playing online, too. All of this server upgrade/maintenance going on has taken Square-Enix completely by surprise. Such a great game...and a great re-imagining of the world and lore, too.

That's part of the reason I haven't jumped in among others is I'm waiting for the servers to settle.

I  hope you do get on, Ceric. And join Hyperion to boot! It's a very compelling game, and I've never been engrossed by a MMO story before like I've been with ARR. New battle mechanics are smooth, and the new Crossbar system is brilliant. So good, that I've ordered a Wii U Pro Controller USB adapter for my PC - I tire of using this Logitech controller. :/

Off-topic: Oh, and I'm listening to the newest NFR. Keep up the good work!

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Official Sales Thread

« on: September 05, 2013, 09:15:24 AM »

Excellent numbers for XIV: A Realm Reborn. And you can tell if you're playing online, too. All of this server upgrade/maintenance going on has taken Square-Enix completely by surprise. Such a great game...and a great re-imagining of the world and lore, too.

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TalkBack / Re: Nintendo Unveils New Entry Level Handheld, the 2DS

« on: August 29, 2013, 12:56:25 PM »

How is this marketed to kids? It's flat...like an iPad...like a Nexus 7/10...like a Galaxy Note. And all of these devices are bought and used by adults.

Just because Pokémon comes out alongside this thing in October doesn't mean it's being marketed towards little children. I feel as if that's a very obtuse assumption. I'm 31 years of age, and I want one of these things NOW. It's perfect for me - just not for my copy of Phantom Hourglass...

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TalkBack / Re: Nintendo Unveils New Entry Level Handheld, the 2DS

« on: August 28, 2013, 12:31:08 PM »

This is fantastic. Perfect for me, as I can't see 3D effects anyway.


Definitely buying one come 12 October. I really like the design, too.

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General Chat / Re: NWR's WorldWide Test Kitchen

« on: August 24, 2013, 10:03:03 PM »

That guy knows how to make food sound incredible.