Talk:Nintendo 3DS

Isn't 3DS 8th generation console? Grand270 09:11, March 27, 2011 (UTC)

Technically speaking, yeah it is an eighth generation console. I don't think there's been an official movement into a new generation, though.. that's usually the privilege of the home consoles. - Kierke 10:19, March 27, 2011 (UTC)

The icon is still just a regular DS, is there not one for 3DS? I might make one if so

Interesting Development
Sources:


 * http://press.nintendo.com/articles.jsp?id=30048


 * http://www.andriasang.com/e/blog/2011/07/28/3ds_ambassador_program/

I'll try to paraphrase.

Nintendo is giving early buyers 20 free downloadable games from the Nintendo eShop.

The catch is you have to use your 3DS to connect to the Nintendo eShop at least once before 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on Aug. 11.

You will then be automatically be registered in the Nintendo 3DS Ambassador program. The program contains two elements:

From Sept. 1, Nintendo 3DS Ambassadors can download 10 NES Virtual Console games for free -AND- before they're available to everyone else.

Selection is to include: Super Mario Bros 1, Donkey Kong Jr., Balloon Fight, Ice Climber and The Legend of Zelda 1, although there is likely more to come. They won't have instruction manuals and will not be compatible with simultaneous two player play. Updated/Paid versions will be available to the public with these features, but Ambassadors can upgrade/download at no cost.

Around the end of 2011, Ambassadors can get 10 GBA Virtual Console games. Selection will include games like Yoshi's Island: SMA3, Mario Kart: Super Circuit, Metroid Fusion, WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$ (i.e. the first) and Mario vs. Donkey Kong and a few more. These will be available exclusively to Ambassadors, and there are currently no plans to make them available to the general public. (LOL, I'd like to see that slide.) The GBA games will disable the system's Spot Pass and Street Pass features (because we all get so many people on that, right?).

You won't be able to transfer these to other 3DS systems once Nintendo makes software to transfer games between 3DS systems.


 * Well, this is good news. Too bad they haven't announced if this ambassadors stuff will be global like the price cut. I just connected to the eShop but nothing interesting pop out.-TheDekuLink


 * Nothing's noticeable is going to happen just yet. They're probably keeping it on the down-low.


 * Yeah, but usually Nintendo come out of nowhere with this stuff. Like at the E3 "Hey, e-shop is gonna be avaible everywhere" and suddendly, e-shop everywhere. Or the Nintendo Video Service all of a sudden. I was hoping this ambassador stuff is already on, especially because there isn't much time and it's not confirmed in my ignored european country.-TheDekuLink


 * Seems like it's confirmed for UK/GB at least. Don't know about the other european countries, but this should be an ideal sign. http://www.nintendo.co.uk/NOE/en_GB/news/2011/nintendo_3ds_ambassador_programme_44123.html

Oh also.
From the same sources:

The new Super Mario "Tail" is supposedly going to be called Super Mario 3D Land and released in November (may just be that date in Japan, but we'll see).

Mario Kart Kite is supposedly going to be called Mario Kart 7 and released in December (again, same expectation).

I get the feeling these names may change, but they sound pretty permanent.

Demo Reel
Nintendo World Report did something of a demo reel of the games mentioned in the ambassador program. Might be worth checking out in case, you know, you never played any of these games before.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHmbSZz72SY


 * This is pretty awesome. Too bad I already have the original of every single nes game and gba games announced, with the single exception of Metroid Fusion.

Putting uncertain entries in this spot
How about Resident Evil Mercenaries 3D? It's actually pretty decent and fun when you get into it. Classic RE4 style action after all. Low replay value, but maybe add a small quip to wait for the price to drop first. Haniwa 14:08, December 27, 2011 (UTC)

Maybe. I'm curious about a consensus on it. Opinions seem to be wildly mixed. I'll see what I can get first and see what to write later. --Dejiko 21:09, December 27, 2011 (UTC)

"if you liked mercenaries in re4 or 5 you'll dig it.

if you dont like the idea of those game modes being used as a standalone game, you prolly wont like it either. but for 20 bucks its not bad."

Sounds about right to me. --Dejiko 21:27, December 27, 2011 (UTC)

Okay then.

Kid Icarus description
Can someone add onto this? I haven't played it so I can't do it, but I feel like "best game on the system" is a little biased and vague. Thanks.

Japanese games that may or may not make it over

 * Dwvs3ds.jpg
 * Dynasty Warriors Vs.
 * Beat 'Em Up/Strategy
 * Similar to SWC, it will attempt to better keep the more 1 vs 100 scale of the consoles. The game has more of a heavy concentration on fighting and multiplayer, though. Less characters are present than, but the game is based off of aspects in DW7 on consoles. Also has 3D graphics and a co-op and vs multiplayer mode, where you divide into groups (1 vs 3, 2 vs 2, free-for-all, etc.). Seems to be local and wi-fi. The single player mode has its own story. In this mode, you can create and play as a custom general (choose a gender and edit their appearance). The demo unlocks items and a panda hat, while the in-game-card tutorial (only) unlocks Link and Samus costumes.
 * JP: Out now US/EU: ???

"Supposedly" won't come over said by a Koei member.


 * Rocket_Slime_2.jpg
 * Dragon Quest Heroes: Slime Morimori 3/Rocket Slime 2
 * Action-Adventure/Giant Vehicle Battlan
 * Rocket Slime returns, and slips over to 3DS. This time, instead of tanks, you fight pirates with gigantic battleships. Looks to offer more customization to your vehicle, much more areas to explore, and a less GBA look to it. Also, WI-FI BATTLAN. Show the world online that you're master of the seas.
 * JP: Out now, Others TBA

Nothing announced.


 * Class_of_heroes_3D_papercraft.jpg
 * Class of Heroes 3D
 * RPG
 * If you haven't heard of this series yet, it's an official unoffical Wizardry spin-off. Officially. As such, expect lots of huge dungeons, traps, and mobs of monsters attacking you. Of course, with multiple fantasy races, classes, customization, skills, spells, synthesis, and so much more, the odds may be evenly matched. Sadly, unless Atlus or XSeed give us the magic word, it's unlikely we'll see it localized.
 * JP: Already out. Rest of the world: TBA

Nothing announced.

Rhythm Thief: Yay or Nay?
Leaving it here until a decision is made.


 * Rhythm_thief.png
 * Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure
 * Rhythm / Music
 * Your MC, Raphael/Phantom Thief, is basically a fusion of Michael Jackson and Lupin the 3rd. He ends up involved in a supernatural criminal activity as he tries to find his missing dad. A rhythm game using the 3DS' different functions in various ways as you steal art, fight crooks, get your dog to bite people's asses and get into all sorts of other hijinks. Not as easy as it sounds, as there's many different forces against you. SEGA is also "teaming up with famous artists for the game’s music". Pretty much confirmed to be totally rad, and is sprinkled with Sega fanservice here and there. If you liked Space Channel 5 and Samba de Amigo, you'll probably like this, too.
 * US: July EU: Out now

--Dejiko (talk) 18:18, July 13, 2012 (UTC)