Author Topic: Nintendo Power Thread! March 09 issue (Read 13477 times)

KDR_11k · « **Reply #25 on:** January 12, 2009, 03:21:52 AM »

If PS0 plays like PSO then I hope they allow putting icons on the touchscreen too, it kinda sucks when you only have 6 action slots with 2 of them taken by your weapon when you're a caster.

Zubo is in the previews in America? It's been released here some time ago (ratings average around 70% IIRC). I think they should have designed a better box art, the box looks more like the game is either a puzzle or a minigame collection about office work.

VP lost any chance at getting a sale from me with the SRPG change.

I saw an episode of the World Destruction anime, it seemed pretty bad.

Avalon Code sounds like a relative of My World, My Way...

ARF sounds like it will need very fine balancing or people will just spam one character's moves all the time. RPGs don't tend to be very balanced though, I guess some just assume balancing applies only to competitive gaming...

Bill Aurion · « **Reply #26 on:** January 12, 2009, 07:00:39 AM »

Well the World Destruction anime has a different plot than the game, I believe, so...

I've heard nice impressions from importers, and I love that they are actually putting effort into the localization, so I'm really looking forward to it...Avalon Code sounds like a refreshing change of pace as well...

Jonnyboy117 · « **Reply #27 on:** January 12, 2009, 02:43:17 PM »

I'm pumped for the Klonoa remake, since I love the original version. The Wii graphics look great from what I've seen. They REALLY need to remake the PS2 sequel and add in some fun.

Kairon · « **Reply #28 on:** January 12, 2009, 02:49:48 PM »

Quote from: Jonnyboy117 on January 12, 2009, 02:43:17 PM

I'm pumped for the Klonoa remake, since I love the original version. The Wii graphics look great from what I've seen. They REALLY need to remake the PS2 sequel and add in some fun.

So... you don't MIND that it's a remake of an 11 year old game?

KDR_11k · « **Reply #29 on:** January 12, 2009, 02:55:24 PM »

I never played the original so I don't care.

Jonnyboy117 · « **Reply #30 on:** January 12, 2009, 02:56:12 PM »

No. Klonoa is timeless, like a Super Mario game. It's one of the best platformers I've ever played, because the mechanics are so perfect. There are many puzzles that require you to grab enemies quickly and accurately in order to get to a hard-to-reach place.

Flames_of_chaos · « **Reply #31 on:** February 07, 2009, 04:06:05 PM »

NP gave sonic and the black knight an 8.0

-Story is entertaining.

-You control Sonic with the Nunchuck while the Wii Remote is used for slashing.

-Most of the time, combat doesn't slow you down unless you encounter many enemies.

-You can jump over and skip most enemies if you wish, but you can also attack with the sword or block and counter or use a Soul Surge homing attack. Combat works well

-Most of the required missions are straightforward. Frustrating tasks and recycled environments are reserved for extra challenges.

-The core of the game is pretty short. You can beat in a day. If you decide to take on the extra challenges and try to fully complete the game, it could probably take weeks.

-The game has 13 environments and some of the best graphics on the Wii.

-The game always runs a blistering frame rate.

-The music is excellent except for a few vocal songs.

NWR_pap64 · « **Reply #32 on:** February 07, 2009, 04:15:33 PM »

Even with THAT good review I am sure it will get torn to shreds, mainly by Sonic fans who want a classic game and ignore its good qualities (like what happened with Secret Rings).

GoldenPhoenix · « **Reply #33 on:** February 07, 2009, 06:50:24 PM »

Quote from: pap64 on February 07, 2009, 04:15:33 PM

Even with THAT good review I am sure it will get torn to shreds, mainly by Sonic fans who want a classic game and ignore its good qualities (like what happened with Secret Rings).

What about someone who wasn't a big Sonic Fan and still didn't find many redeeming qualities?

Flames_of_chaos · « **Reply #34 on:** February 17, 2009, 11:43:32 AM »

Alright I got my Issue of Nintendo Power:

NP 2008 Awards:
Overall GOTY - Super Smash Bros Brawl, Readers' Pick - Super Smash Bros Brawl
Wii GOTY - Super Smash Bros Brawl, Readers' Pick - Super Smash Bros Brawl
DS GOTY - The World Ends With You, Readers' Pick - Kirby Super Star Ultra
WiiWare GOTY - Megaman 9, Reader's Pick - Mega Man 9
Best Wii Graphics - Super Smash Bros Brawl, Readers' Pick - Super Smash Bros Brawl
Best DS Graphics - Castlevania: OoE, Readers' Pick - The World Ends With You
Best Original Score- Super Smash Bros Brawl, Readers' Pick - Super Smash Bros Brawl
Best Sound/Voice Acting - No More Heroes, Readers' Pick - Strong Bad Series
Best Music Game - Rock Band 2, Readers' Pick - Guitar Hero: World Tour
Best Adventure Game - No More Heroes, Readers' Pick - Okami
Best RPG - The World Ends With You, Readers' Pick - The World Ends With You
Best Shooter/Action Game - Mega Man 9, Readers' Pick - Mega Man 9
Best Sports Game - Tiger Woods 09, Readers' Pick - Super Mario Sluggers
Best Racing Game - Mario Kart Wii, Readers' Pick - Mario Kart Wii
Best Platformer - Kirby Super Star Ultra, Readers' Pick - Kirby Super Star Ultra
Best Puzzle Game - Professor Layton, Readers' Pick - Professor Layton
Best Alternative Game - Wii Fit, Readers' Pick - Animal Crossing City Folk
Best New Character - Travis Touchdown, Reader's Pick - Shade (Sonic Chronicles)
Best Multiplayer - Super Smash Bros Brawl, Readers' Pick - Super Smash Bros Brawl
Best Story - The World Ends With You, Readers' Pick - The World Ends With You
Best Online Functionality - Mario Kart Wii, Readers' Pick - Mario Kart Wii
Best Fighting Game - Super Smash Bros Brawl, Readers' Pick - Super Smash Bros Brawl

Reviews:

Fire Emblem Dragon Shadow: 8.5
My World My Way - 7
HOTD:Overkill - 8
Sonic and The Black Knight - 8
Boing! Dokodake - 7
Blue Dragon Plus - 8
Deadly Creatures - 7.5
Dragon Quest 5 - 8.5
We Ski and Snowboard - 6.5

NinGurl69 *huggles · « **Reply #35 on:** February 17, 2009, 12:18:22 PM »

Sonic = House of the Dead

=D

Flames_of_chaos · « **Reply #36 on:** February 17, 2009, 12:58:28 PM »

If you guys want specifics on the reviews like a summary just let me know.

KDR_11k · « **Reply #37 on:** February 17, 2009, 01:39:38 PM »

For comparison, how did they score other Sonic titles?

Flames_of_chaos · « **Reply #38 on:** February 17, 2009, 02:00:18 PM »

Quote from: kdr

For comparison, how did they score other Sonic titles?

Sonic Unleashed - 8
Sonic Chronicles - 8
Sonic Rush - 9
Sonic and the secret rings 8.5
Edit: Sonic Rush Adventure 9.0

BeautifulShy · « **Reply #39 on:** February 17, 2009, 04:11:15 PM »

What did they say about My World, My Way?

KDR_11k · « **Reply #40 on:** February 17, 2009, 04:19:10 PM »

So much for "hell froze over". If SR is 8.5 and BK is 8 does that mean BK is a step DOWN from SR?

Flames_of_chaos · « **Reply #41 on:** February 17, 2009, 04:52:28 PM »

Quote from: Maxi on February 17, 2009, 04:11:15 PM

What did they say about My World, My Way?

Fans of the RPG series would appreciate it
A lot of RPG cliches
Pout system is interesting since it allows you to rewrite the rules of the game such as getting more EXP, gold and other things
Seems like a lower budget game
A lot of repetitive quests but the game makes fun of it
Lot of the monsters and dungeon design is recycled from Master of the Monster Lair (Atlus is notorious recycling assets)
Because of the wit and comedy in the game it transformed MWMY from being a forgettable RPG to a likable RPG.

Stogi · « **Reply #42 on:** February 17, 2009, 05:19:27 PM »

Thanks Flames! Keep up the good work!

I'm probably going to give BK a rent. It sounds like the better aspects of Secret Rings plus SR. However, barring some freak accident, I'm definitely buy Mario and Sonic Winter Games. That game sounds phenomenal.

NinGurl69 *huggles · « **Reply #43 on:** February 17, 2009, 05:31:20 PM »

Quote from: KDR_11k on February 17, 2009, 04:19:10 PM

So much for "hell froze over". If SR is 8.5 and BK is 8 does that mean BK is a step DOWN from SR?

Means 8.5 was a fluke. NP and gaming media lulz.

Flames_of_chaos · « **Reply #44 on:** February 17, 2009, 06:01:07 PM »

Also if you guys want a scan of a specific article just let me know I can scan it and I'll post it up. March 09 Issue 239 ToC

BeautifulShy · « **Reply #45 on:** February 17, 2009, 07:18:08 PM »

I just got my issue. So I would appreciate it if you scaned it for other people.How about Shin Megami Tensei:Devil Survivor

NWR_Neal · « **Reply #46 on:** February 17, 2009, 07:49:17 PM »

The Conduit article if you would be so kind.

Mop it up · « **Reply #47 on:** February 17, 2009, 08:00:40 PM »

Now why am I not surprised that SSBBrawl swept the NP awards and there's barely a mention of Mario Kart Wii? What I am surprised about is that SSBBrawl didn't win the "Best Racing Game" award due to the F-Zero levels.

NP also fails for calling it "Super Mario Sluggers" instead of its real title, "Mario Super Sluggers".

Flames_of_chaos · « **Reply #48 on:** February 17, 2009, 09:27:40 PM »

Alright guys and Neal here's the 6 pages of the Conduit article, I'll do Devil Survivor later.
I sort of messed up on the 3rd page and I'm too lazy to fix it.

Stogi · « **Reply #49 on:** February 17, 2009, 09:47:26 PM »

The concept art is awesome. I especially like the one of the human.

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Author Topic: Nintendo Power Thread! March 09 issue (Read 13477 times)