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[DashReindeer]

I tried the demo on 3DS and it was some boss battle that was overly long, grindy, and not all that clear how to play. I wanted to like it, I really did, but I was very underwhelmed. For an RPG, just too action-focused.

The Arenas (or areas) are very small, uninspired. I didn't see anything to encourage exploration. Soul Sacrifice was the same on Vita. I liken it to a more action-heavy Phantasy Star Online.....which is not a complement.

They might as well not even make demos of deep games. There's no way the creators can capture what makes the experience so good when they have to distill it into a little chunk that's designed to grab you within minutes. That's not the type of game Monster Hunter is, and there's not a demo on earth that could realistically sell this game.

Monster Hunter is an experience that rewards you for putting in the time and effort learning how your weapon of choice works, how to efficiently harvest the goods you need, how to exploit each and every monster's "weaknessness," how to hunt. Monster Hunter is not an RPG and it's not an action game (well, not entirely); it's a hunting game. It tasks you with learning your environment, gathering materials and resources, building and forging the items and weapons and armor you need for a hunt, and then proceeding to track, kill (or capture) and carve up your prey.

It's a brilliant game that simply cannot be appreciated without dedicating oneself to learning the systems at play. Because of that, it's a tough sell to a lot of modern gamers who like instant gratification more than long-term reward. Discovering the depth and joy of G-Rank Monster Hunter is not something that every gamer will get to do, but the ones that do are luckier for it.

 

[jmls1121]

The gaming world has changed since the old days. Plus FPS is predominantly a faceroll genre, no offence intended to it - it's just about having fun shooting stuff. So the idea of adding complexity and forethought to the gameplay really alienated some people. Meaning there were always gunna be some reviewers who didn't understand a FPS that didn't involve charging in guns blazing, with infinite ammo and regenerating health.

Wonderful 101 got similar treatment, although not as badly. Those sorts of games just aren't meant to be played by everyone, some people just don't get them.

This sums it up. There really is not a single game that is right for everyone.

This environment is all the reason why it is so hard to launch new IP with new gameplay ideas.

 

[Slixshot]

The gaming world has changed since the old days. Plus FPS is predominantly a faceroll genre, no offence intended to it - it's just about having fun shooting stuff. So the idea of adding complexity and forethought to the gameplay really alienated some people. Meaning there were always gunna be some reviewers who didn't understand a FPS that didn't involve charging in guns blazing, with infinite ammo and regenerating health.

Wonderful 101 got similar treatment, although not as badly. Those sorts of games just aren't meant to be played by everyone, some people just don't get them.

well said. Happy to be the type of person who can appreciate them

 

[blitzwolf215]

Just thought I let this thread know, the Mario and Luigi Wii U and the Zelda Wii U are back in stock at gamestop.

 

[MechDX]

Wii U Zelda bundle for $289 shipped and no tax except NY/NJ

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nintendo-Wi...0784531566?pt=Video_Games&hash=item54006f106e

 

[JDeluis]

I was going to wait until Thursday to pick the Best Buy Bundle, but after reading the thread about the new Nintendoland bundle that includes a Luigi Wii remote I just couldn't wait.

I went ahead and bought a Wii U Mario & Luigi Deluxe Set at Target. I already have 4 games that I purchased this month. Monster Hunter 3, Ducktales: Remastered, Disney Infinity and Skylanders Swapforce. I'm going to pick up Super Mario 3d World tomorrow.

The only thing I don't like is the shiny black finish on the console, I would have preferred a matte black. It would match my Xbox 360 and PS3 which are both matte black. I'm sure it won't be long before I start seeing spider webs on the paint. Might need a rubber to keep it pristine.

 

[Marvelous]

Wii U or PS4? I still can't decide and it is getting on my nerves, lol. I mean, it's entirely possible that I may get both before the generation is over with, but I don't know which one I should get first.

The games I'd like to play on the Wii U are NSMBU, NSLU, 3D World, Monster Hunter 3U, NintendoLand, X, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, SMT x FE, Nintendo vs. Capcom and I'm sure there will be other games that'll interest me. At least I hope so.

For the PS4, I want to play Diablo III: RoS, Final Fantasy XV, Kingdom Hearts 3, Guilty Gear Xrd, Street Fighter V, Marvel vs. Capcom 4, Tales of Whateveria and... that's all I can think of at the moment.

Yes, I know some of those games haven't been announced yet and one or two of them probably will never happen, lol. I should probably go with the Wii U... Most of those PS4 games most likely won't be available until 2015 or later.

 

[ozfunghi]

Wii U or PS4? I still can't decide and it is getting on my nerves, lol. I mean, it's entirely possible that I may get both before the generation is over with, but I don't know which one I should get first.

The games I'd like to play on the Wii U are NSMBU, NSLU, 3D World, Monster Hunter 3U, NintendoLand, X, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, SMT x FE, Nintendo vs. Capcom and I'm sure there will be other games that'll interest me. At least I hope so.

For the PS4, I want to play Diablo III: RoS, Final Fantasy XV, Kingdom Hearts 3, Guilty Gear Xrd, Street Fighter V, Marvel vs. Capcom 4, Tales of Whateveria and... that's all I can think of at the moment.

Yes, I know some of those games haven't been announced yet and one or two of them probably will never happen, lol. I should probably go with the Wii U... Most of those PS4 games most likely won't be available until 2015 or later.

If you mean what you said, the choice seems clear about which one to get first. WiiU already has some of the games you want. PS4 doesn't. WiiU also costs less and has seen a pricedrop already. If you wait with PS4, you could benefit from that as well. Alternatively, get a PS4 now, pay full price and wait... until the games you want come out, while your console devaluates.

 

[Marvelous]

If you mean what you said, the choice seems clear about which one to get first. WiiU already has some of the games you want. PS4 doesn't. WiiU also costs less and has seen a pricedrop already. If you wait with PS4, you could benefit from that as well. Alternatively, get a PS4 now, pay full price and wait... until the games you want come out, while your console devaluates.

And a better version of the PS4 could become available in 2-4 years... Guess I'll get a Wii U first unless I just decide not to get any gaming console until 2015 or so. Online multiplayer is free on the Wii U, correct? Huge point for Nintendo this gen.

 

[ozfunghi]

And a better version of the PS4 could become available in 2-4 years... Guess I'll get a Wii U first unless I just decide not to get any gaming console until 2015 or so. Online multiplayer is free on the Wii U, correct? Huge point for Nintendo this gen.

Yes, free online.
Miiverse is great.
Screenshot feature beats PS4 and XBO (latter doesn't have one)
Browser is about as fast as XBO (from tests posted on gaf) and not much slower than PS4, yet has touchscreen controls for navigating and typing. Movie playback is awesome... flip the movie full screen to the tv, while you continue browsing on the pad.
Off-tv play is also great if you have to share the tv, or if your toilet/bed aren't too far from your WiiU.
The general UI has become much faster through updates, while still remaining slower than the competition... but the touchscreen input more than makes up for that (tab to select, slide to scroll etc...).
Play Virtual Console games on the gamepad. You can even play Wii games on the gamepad, but only as a tv, you'll still need the wii controller. The gamepad even has an integrated sensor bar so you can play FPS without the tv, while using pointer controls, lol.

 

[civilstrife]

Snagged a deluxe on Craigslist for $200 with Nintendoland, NSMB U and a pro controller.

How'd I do?

 

[Zalman]

Wii U or PS4? I still can't decide and it is getting on my nerves, lol. I mean, it's entirely possible that I may get both before the generation is over with, but I don't know which one I should get first.

The games I'd like to play on the Wii U are NSMBU, NSLU, 3D World, Monster Hunter 3U, NintendoLand, X, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, SMT x FE, Nintendo vs. Capcom and I'm sure there will be other games that'll interest me. At least I hope so.

For the PS4, I want to play Diablo III: RoS, Final Fantasy XV, Kingdom Hearts 3, Guilty Gear Xrd, Street Fighter V, Marvel vs. Capcom 4, Tales of Whateveria and... that's all I can think of at the moment.

Yes, I know some of those games haven't been announced yet and one or two of them probably will never happen, lol. I should probably go with the Wii U... Most of those PS4 games most likely won't be available until 2015 or later.

The smartest thing to do is to get the Wii U now and PS4 later. If you get a PS4 now, you will not only miss out on everything that came out this year but also things like Mario Kart, Donkey Kong, Smash Bros. and more. Most of your wanted PS4 games aren't coming out for a long time.

 

[Mauricio_Magus]

Wii U or PS4? I still can't decide and it is getting on my nerves, lol. I mean, it's entirely possible that I may get both before the generation is over with, but I don't know which one I should get first.

The games I'd like to play on the Wii U are NSMBU, NSLU, 3D World, Monster Hunter 3U, NintendoLand, X, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, SMT x FE, Nintendo vs. Capcom and I'm sure there will be other games that'll interest me. At least I hope so.

For the PS4, I want to play Diablo III: RoS, Final Fantasy XV, Kingdom Hearts 3, Guilty Gear Xrd, Street Fighter V, Marvel vs. Capcom 4, Tales of Whateveria and... that's all I can think of at the moment.

Yes, I know some of those games haven't been announced yet and one or two of them probably will never happen, lol. I should probably go with the Wii U... Most of those PS4 games most likely won't be available until 2015 or later.

All the games you mentioned(except Diablo) aren't even near, get a Wii U. I won't even consider the PS4 until 2015.

 

[ozfunghi]

Snagged a deluxe on Craigslist for $200 with Nintendoland, NSMB U and a pro controller.

How'd I do?

Honestly, i think others have posted somewhat better deals, but far from bad. Maybe the console you got isn't a launch WiiU, with still more warranty or hardly used. I bought a WiiU for a buddy of mine as a present, paid 160 euro's, basic pack, with ZombiU and NSMBU, two wiimotes and a nunchuck. That was a launch system though.

 

[Marvelous]

Yes, free online.
Miiverse is great.
Screenshot feature beats PS4 and XBO (latter doesn't have one)
Browser is about as fast as XBO (from tests posted on gaf) and not much slower than PS4, yet has touchscreen controls for navigating and typing. Movie playback is awesome... flip the movie full screen to the tv, while you continue browsing on the pad.
Off-tv play is also great if you have to share the tv, or if your toilet/bed aren't too far from your WiiU.
The general UI has become much faster through updates, while still remaining slower than the competition... but the touchscreen input more than makes up for that (tab to select, slide to scroll etc...).
Play Virtual Console games on the gamepad. You can even play Wii games on the gamepad, but only as a tv, you'll still need the wii controller. The gamepad even has an integrated sensor bar so you can play FPS without the tv, while using pointer controls, lol.

Sounds pretty awesome for the most part, lol. Thanks for the information!

The smartest thing to do is to get the Wii U now and PS4 later. If you get a PS4 now, you will not only miss out on everything that came out this year but also things like Mario Kart, Donkey Kong, Smash Bros. and more. Most of your wanted PS4 games aren't coming out for a long time.

All the games you mentioned(except Diablo) aren't even near, get a Wii U. I won't even consider the PS4 until 2015.

Yeah, I should just hold off on the PS4 and get a Wii U first. There will be enough Wii U games for me to play. And I could always get the regular Wii games to play as well, right? *skipped out on the Wii*

 

[Mauricio_Magus]

Sounds pretty awesome for the most part, lol. Thanks for the information!





Yeah, I should just hold off on the PS4 and get a Wii U first. There will be enough Wii U games for me to play. And I could always get the regular Wii games to play as well, right? *skipped out on the Wii*

YOU SKIPPED ON THE WII?!?!

Get a fucking Wii U, buy a wiimote + and a nunchuk with a million games, you'll need one anyways for Pikmin 3, which you should buy.

At least I'm going to recommend what I consider the 2 best Wii games: Super Mario Galaxy 2 and Xenoblade Chronicles.

 

[coreyerb]

I just rented ZombiU and I am very pleasantly surprised so far. I honestly don't know what the hell was wrong with the IGN and Gamespot reviews of this game. What is wrong with it?

Is there something wrong with methodical survival horror?

So again, what is wrong with this game? Another example where a game was ruined by terrible critics.

The IGN reviews more like "yea not really my thing" while the Gamespot review was one of the worst reviews I have ever read and dripping with incompetence to grasp what a game is trying to be.

Nothing is wrong with the game aside from a little launch-rush jank. Doesn't mean it's perfect, though.

Right, if your review is going to influence sales and developer bonuses maybe you should base your opinion on a little more than "I don't like it." I wish such lazy writing wasn't given so big an audience.

As others said, ZombiU is great at what it's meant to be. Not without flaws but it checks all of 1) terrifying 2) difficult 3) unforgiving and Gamepad inventory management helps the feeling of moment-to-moment desperation.

 

[Vaiim]

Snagged a deluxe on Craigslist for $200 with Nintendoland, NSMB U and a pro controller.

How'd I do?

Nice, that's a great price

Yeah, I should just hold off on the PS4 and get a Wii U first. There will be enough Wii U games for me to play. And I could always get the regular Wii games to play as well, right? *skipped out on the Wii*

Well you wont need to worry about a lack of games to play for the next couple of years with both Wii/WiiU to play lol. The Wii has some real gems, plus the games look a bit nicer on the WiiU. Mario Galaxy 2/Xenoblade are brilliant, and of course Metroid Prime Trilogy!

 

[Sean]

I bought a Wii U last week and now I see that Target is offering a $25 gift card with new system purchases from 11/24 - 11/27. Customer service said I can't pricematch but have to return the system and buy a brand new one in order to qualify. Sort of a hassle but I thought okay.

Right now I am in settings > delete all user data. But the information on that screen was sort of confusing and scared me from doing this. Would like to get clarification from gaf first.

1. Can I log in to my Nintendo Network account on the replacement Wii U or is it locked to this console that it was created on?
2. Is it possible to transfer my game saves from this console to another? It seems like I can back them up but NOT transfer to a new console? Is this right? It seems totally crazy.

 

[Aostia]

I bought a Wii U last week and now I see that Target is offering a $25 gift card with new system purchases from 11/24 - 11/27. Customer service said I can't pricematch but have to return the system and buy a brand new one in order to qualify. Sort of a hassle but I thought okay.

Right now I am in settings > delete all user data. But the information on that screen was sort of confusing and scared me from doing this. Would like to get clarification from gaf first.

1. Can I log in to my Nintendo Network account on the replacement Wii U or is it locked to this console that it was created on?
2. Is it possible to transfer my game saves from this console to another? It seems like I can back them up but NOT transfer to a new console? Is this right? It seems totally crazy.

Nintendo ID is linked to the console.
Don't know about save data, I didn't try yet

 

[RGVNOE]

I bought a Wii U last week and now I see that Target is offering a $25 gift card with new system purchases from 11/24 - 11/27. Customer service said I can't pricematch but have to return the system and buy a brand new one in order to qualify. Sort of a hassle but I thought okay.

Right now I am in settings > delete all user data. But the information on that screen was sort of confusing and scared me from doing this. Would like to get clarification from gaf first.

1. Can I log in to my Nintendo Network account on the replacement Wii U or is it locked to this console that it was created on?
2. Is it possible to transfer my game saves from this console to another? It seems like I can back them up but NOT transfer to a new console? Is this right? It seems totally crazy.

I think you have to call NIntendo Customer Service, I believe they're the only ones able to transfer your stuff right now.

 

[Tripon]

Any suggestions for a charging station?

I'd just buy some renewable batteries and a charging station for that. You'd spend about the same. And the batteries are more universal than just a charing dock for wii controllers.

 

[D-e-f-]

I bought a Wii U last week and now I see that Target is offering a $25 gift card with new system purchases from 11/24 - 11/27. Customer service said I can't pricematch but have to return the system and buy a brand new one in order to qualify. Sort of a hassle but I thought okay.

Right now I am in settings > delete all user data. But the information on that screen was sort of confusing and scared me from doing this. Would like to get clarification from gaf first.

1. Can I log in to my Nintendo Network account on the replacement Wii U or is it locked to this console that it was created on?
2. Is it possible to transfer my game saves from this console to another? It seems like I can back them up but NOT transfer to a new console? Is this right? It seems totally crazy.

As of now both of those are locked to your console. You should contact Nintendo customer service about moving your NNID to a new system before you jump on that deal to see if it works. You cannot move save data off of your Wii U at the moment. This seems to be a piracy protection measure as saves were the main exploit used to hack the Wii back in the day (you can still move Wii saves around like always).

So: call up Nintendo's customer service about an NNID transfer. If they give you the green light, jump on that deal. I highly doubt you have amassed a lot of saves in that one week so that shouldn't be much of a loss?

 

[Zaraki_Kenpachi]

Copying myself from another thread but Wonderful 101 is $50 at amazon right now, I know some people were looking for it. Not a huge discount, but first I've seen.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002I08CSW/?tag=neogaf0e-20

 

[Tripon]

Copying myself from another thread but Wonderful 101 is $50 at amazon right now, I know some people were looking for it. Not a huge discount, but first I've seen.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002I08CSW/?tag=neogaf0e-20

Uh, w101 was selling for $48 just the other day, so I'd anything it went up in price.

 

[Zaraki_Kenpachi]

Uh, w101 was selling for $48 just the other day, so I'd anything it went up in price.

Really? It was $48 on amazon? I've been watching for it and must have missed it then.

 

[FlyinJ]

Finally got my WiiU-

A question-

I have a USB external 1TB drive. If I use it on the WiiU for storage, does it format the entire drive just to be used on the WiiU only? Or can I use it on the WiiU and other devices?

 

[Pitmonkey]

Finally got my WiiU-

A question-

I have a USB external 1TB drive. If I use it on the WiiU for storage, does it format the entire drive just to be used on the WiiU only? Or can I use it on the WiiU and other devices?

Formats the entire drive.

 

[Crom]

Thanks for the input, guys. This was the post that sold me completely.

I was expecting Zombie of Duty. If I'm getting true survival horror, then I'm so fucking in.

Yep, Zombi U is awesome. It was the 1st game in a long time that made me tension. I don;t know what the hell IGN was thinking with their review.

Great game in which you have to be careful and proceed cautiously (like you should if a zombie could be around the corner)

 

[D-e-f-]

Finally got my WiiU-

A question-

I have a USB external 1TB drive. If I use it on the WiiU for storage, does it format the entire drive just to be used on the WiiU only? Or can I use it on the WiiU and other devices?

Once your storage goes Wii U, it'll never go back. Unless you reformat it again and lose everything on there.

 

[jmls1121]

Yep, Zombi U is awesome. It was the 1st game in a long time that made me tension. I don;t know what the hell IGN was thinking with their review.

Great game in which you have to be careful and proceed cautiously (like you should if a zombie could be around the corner)

Yep. There are only 2 things in entertainment that have genuinely scared me. Twin Peaks and ZombiU.

 

[Dark Octave]

How much does Gamestop buy used WiiUs for?

I'm thinking about sitting outside a GS and offering someone $10 more than what they do.

Spoiler

actually I would pick up a 3DS XL before a WiiU

 

[FlyinJ]

Once your storage goes Wii U, it'll never go back. Unless you reformat it again and lose everything on there.

Yikes! I really wish I didn't buy a 1TB drive then. I doubt the entire Wii U library would fill it...

Can I choose where the save games are stored? Or do they get stored where the game is downloaded to? Can I erase a downloaded game but keep the save file?

 

[Piano]

Someone on Craigslist selling Nintendoland for $10. Worth it?
Going to pick up ZombiU for $10 from gamestop on BF also.

 

[witness]

Wii U or PS4? I still can't decide and it is getting on my nerves, lol. I mean, it's entirely possible that I may get both before the generation is over with, but I don't know which one I should get first.

The games I'd like to play on the Wii U are NSMBU, NSLU, 3D World, Monster Hunter 3U, NintendoLand, X, Mario Kart, Smash Bros, SMT x FE, Nintendo vs. Capcom and I'm sure there will be other games that'll interest me. At least I hope so.

For the PS4, I want to play Diablo III: RoS, Final Fantasy XV, Kingdom Hearts 3, Guilty Gear Xrd, Street Fighter V, Marvel vs. Capcom 4, Tales of Whateveria and... that's all I can think of at the moment.

Yes, I know some of those games haven't been announced yet and one or two of them probably will never happen, lol. I should probably go with the Wii U... Most of those PS4 games most likely won't be available until 2015 or later.

I went through this exact thing on sunday morning. I read Best Buy would have some PS4s sunday morning and thought all about getting a Wii U or a PS4 all day saturday and sunday morning. I was completely torn and didn't know what to do. There are some great exclusives already on Wii U and 3 big ones confirmed for next year (MK8, Smash, and Donkey Kong), but with a lack of 3rd party support and the fact that its a sure thing PS4 will still be around and supported 6 or 7 years from now, I pulled the trigger and went with the long term investment and got my PS4 sunday morning. I do have buyers remorse for now (I'm not particularly wow'd by the PS4 because its "more of the same"), and think about what might have been if I got a Wii U. To be fare I get buyers remorse about any expensive purchase.

 

[D-e-f-]

Yikes! I really wish I didn't buy a 1TB drive then. I doubt the entire Wii U library would fill it...

Can I choose where the save games are stored? Or do they get stored where the game is downloaded to? Can I erase a downloaded game but keep the save file?

There are detailed options to delete stuff. Patches/Updates, game data and save files are all listed separately and can be annihilated at your whim.

 

[Sarcastico]

Just bought the Wind Waker bundle plus Mario 3D World. Started playing the latter and it's an excellent game.

Very happy with the purchase.

Question: Can I play Mario 3D World without switching on the gamepad and just use the pro controller?

 

[FlyinJ]

There are detailed options to delete stuff. Patches/Updates, game data and save files are all listed separately and can be annihilated at your whim.

Can I choose initially where the save file is going to be stored? Does it default to the device where the game is installed, or does it default to the internal memory?

 

[gothamghost]

Someone on Craigslist selling Nintendoland for $10. Worth it?
Going to pick up ZombiU for $10 from gamestop on BF also.

I think $10 is worth it for Nintendoland. Especially if you ever do any couch co-op. Even still some of the mini games are a lot of fun.

 

[FryHole]

Someone on Craigslist selling Nintendoland for $10. Worth it?
Going to pick up ZombiU for $10 from gamestop on BF also.

For that price, absolutely. The Zelda and Luigi's Mansion minigames are great fun.

 

[TangoAlphaLima]

Question: Can I play Mario 3D World without switching on the gamepad and just use the pro controller?

Yes. When the system starts, hit the home button, then go into Controller Settings and turn the Gamepad display off. You can just use the pro controller to play, but you will miss the touch screen and microphone features.

 

[Sarcastico]

Yes. When the system starts, hit the home button, then go into Controller Settings and turn the Gamepad display off. You can just use the pro controller to play, but you will miss the touch screen and microphone features.

Thanks!

 

[Rodney McKay]

How do Wii games look on HDTVs when played on the Wii U?

I've got a powerful enough PC to use Dolphin well, but some games (like Mario Galaxy) still have some audio issues or little glitches like that.

Any visual improvements (scalers, etc.) over just using a Wii?

 

[Sendou]

How do Wii games look on HDTVs when played on the Wii U?

I've got a powerful enough PC to use Dolphin well, but some games (like Mario Galaxy) still have some audio issues or little glitches like that.

Any visual improvements (scalers, etc.) over just using a Wii?

They look slightly better than playing them through Wii hooked to the same TV. Still they don't look too hot. I can enjoy playing them but just be prepared to see some pretty rough stuff if you are used to Dolphin quality.

There are no scalers or anything like that. HDMI just looks a little better than some other cables Wii supported.

 

[D-e-f-]

I think $10 is worth it for Nintendoland. Especially if you ever do any couch co-op. Even still some of the mini games are a lot of fun.

It's even worth twice as much and more. At $10 this shouldn't even be a question. It's exceptional.

Can I choose initially where the save file is going to be stored? Does it default to the device where the game is installed, or does it default to the internal memory?

No clue, I don't use external storage.

 

[FlyinJ]

I just realized that, more than likely, I'm going to be buying physical games for this as the eShop is notorious for never reducing prices. For instance, ZombiU being $9 used on black friday.

I think I might just return the 1TB drive, as 32 gigs should be enough for any games I might grab digitally.

Is there any advantage in load times for going digital? Can you install disc games entirely into storage like on the 360?

 

[Jachaos]

Sounds pretty awesome for the most part, lol. Thanks for the information!





Yeah, I should just hold off on the PS4 and get a Wii U first. There will be enough Wii U games for me to play. And I could always get the regular Wii games to play as well, right? *skipped out on the Wii*

Being interested in the games you are (FExSMT, japanese RPGs) and having skipped on the Wii, I'd definitely recommend Fire Emblem Radiant Dawn for Wii if you ever come across it. It's one of my favourite games ever.

 

[TangoAlphaLima]

Someone on Craigslist selling Nintendoland for $10. Worth it?
Going to pick up ZombiU for $10 from gamestop on BF also.

Thanks for pointing out the deal on the used ZombiU at Gamestop for $10 on BF, hadn't noticed that when I looked at the ad.

NintendoLand is $15 used at Gamestop, and they're doing the B2G1 free on preowned on BF. So I'm definitely doing a ZombiU + NintendoLand + Free $10 game for $25.

 

[Jachaos]

I just realized that, more than likely, I'm going to be buying physical games for this as the eShop is notorious for never reducing prices. For instance, ZombiU being $9 used on black friday.

I think I might just return the 1TB drive, as 32 gigs should be enough for any games I might grab digitally.

Is there any advantage in load times for going digital? Can you install disc games entirely into storage like on the 360?

Advantages I've had are faster loading and being able to download the games at midnight. On the other hand, retail often has cheaper prices and you can re-sell.

 

[D-e-f-]

I just realized that, more than likely, I'm going to be buying physical games for this as the eShop is notorious for never reducing prices. For instance, ZombiU being $9 used on black friday.

I think I might just return the 1TB drive, as 32 gigs should be enough for any games I might grab digitally.

Is there any advantage in load times for going digital? Can you install disc games entirely into storage like on the 360?

The eShop is not notorious for never reducing prices. At least not in Europe. Though you'll likely always get better deals on physical games, regardless of platform. Note that of those 32gigs, you only have about 25-26 to use for data as the rest is occupied by firmware stuff.

Games cannot be installed from disc.

Don't forget the DDP points you're losing (or "not getting" actually) by not going digital-only, though.