Why would it come to Wii? That system is dead and has now been replaced. Besides the Neo Geo VC, there hasn't been a VC release on Wii in a long time. Also why on 3DS? 3DS has no SNES VC games.
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EarthBound |OT| Look at the sun. Face the sun and smile.
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Why would it come to Wii? That system is dead and has now been replaced. Besides the Neo Geo VC, there hasn't been a VC release on Wii in a long time. Also why on 3DS? 3DS has no SNES VC games.
I just hope this games sells well enough so that Nintendo feels it can justify translating and releasing Mother 3 on the 3DS in the future.
They have done this in the past, so I wouldn't be surprised if this is what they a doing now as well.
Just about top start it for the very first time!
Just make sure to not invite them in here by bringing that topic over into this thread and it'll be just fine.
They have done this in the past, so I wouldn't be surprised if this is what they a doing now as well.
Just about top start it for the very first time!
I have a feeling they won't last long in here.
Just make sure to not invite them in here by bringing that topic over into this thread and it'll be just fine.
I remapped it to ZL, more confortable if you play with the GamePad.
Padawan of Windu
Member
Like many others, words can't express how happy I am that it's finally here and acknowledged after all this time. And it's such good timing, as I JUST beat EarthBound 2 for the first time 2 weeks ago, and have been listening to EB music nonstop since. Can't wait to get home, buy it, and send money to a few friends so they can buy it too!
JaseMath
Member
All of my VC titles are via the Wii. I'm in the minority, but I'm not buying any VC titles on the Wii U simply because I'm not a sucker and I'll essentially have two separate libraries.
Broken Joystick
At least you can talk. Who are you?
Have they changed the text at all or was this in the original game? xD
https://miiverse.nintendo.net/posts/AYQHAAABAACNUKEXiDmcTw?sctw=1
https://miiverse.nintendo.net/posts/AYQHAAABAACNUKEXiDmcTw?sctw=1
Calamari41
41 > 38
That is in the original.
Also, everybody please take the Wii/3DS port begging to the Nintendo Digital thread
from the other thread:
don't worry guys you're just paying for the extra marketing
have fun you guys who haven't played it. it's phenomenal.
seriously though guys, have fun.
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don't worry guys you're just paying for the extra marketing
have fun you guys who haven't played it. it's phenomenal.
seriously though guys, have fun.
Nemesis_
Member
Nobody knew. lol
I'm pretty sure nobody knew the release date and nintendo decided to quietly launch it
Pseudo_Sam
Survives without air, food, or water
Earthbound seems to be trending pretty good on the twitters. Nice to see this game get love <3
Pro Tips for newbies:
- The balance of Earthbound is such that regular enemies hit hard, but bosses aren't necessarily huge HP damage sponges. You may find you defeated a boss in two rounds. Always be cautious of regular encounters.
- The beginning of the game is tough, and a lot of people think you have to grind, but it is not necessary if you're cautious. Get the best armour. Have lots of hamburgers and watch your health closely. Regular enemies hit hard, and rats in the caves will frequently get critical attacks.
- You'll probably have to back out of the cave at least once before you're strong enough to get through it entirely.
- You can heal for free at your Mom's house.
- You can get a free hat (armour) early in Onett.
- Get cold medicine before you go to Happy Happy Valley in Twoson.
- If you get a status ailment go to the hospital. Talk to everyone.
- Talk to everyone in the game in general.
- Don't buy Yoyos. Their hit percentage is worse than regular weapons.
- Save often. Save after every boss. Don't advance any plot elements if you're weak and not prepared to fight someone.
- The balance of Earthbound is such that regular enemies hit hard, but bosses aren't necessarily huge HP damage sponges. You may find you defeated a boss in two rounds. Always be cautious of regular encounters.
- The beginning of the game is tough, and a lot of people think you have to grind, but it is not necessary if you're cautious. Get the best armour. Have lots of hamburgers and watch your health closely. Regular enemies hit hard, and rats in the caves will frequently get critical attacks.
- You'll probably have to back out of the cave at least once before you're strong enough to get through it entirely.
- You can heal for free at your Mom's house.
- You can get a free hat (armour) early in Onett.
in the bushes north of the library. Walk around the edges until you find it
- If you get a status ailment go to the hospital. Talk to everyone.
- Talk to everyone in the game in general.
- Don't buy Yoyos. Their hit percentage is worse than regular weapons.
- Save often. Save after every boss. Don't advance any plot elements if you're weak and not prepared to fight someone.
Lordwindowlicker
Member
I finally get to experience this. I'll be buying it the moment I get home.
Same. Holding strong for that price drop though. I learned my lesson from the 3DS launch. Earthbound is amazing though. :-(
MisterHero
Super Member
beanman25
Member
Perfect tips man. Should help those on their first playthrough!
Lordwindowlicker
Member
To those who know the game and have already bought and opened the VC version, have they made any alterations to the music?
I ask this because one of the reasons people speculated that they weren't releasing it was due to some copyright issues related to samples in the music.
I ask this because one of the reasons people speculated that they weren't releasing it was due to some copyright issues related to samples in the music.
Seven Force
Banned
- If you find a group of enemies on screen that you don't think you'll win against, walk a few screens away, and then walk back to reset the enemies on screen.
Thanks. The Sharks are murdering me right now. lol
Calamari41
41 > 38
If you're having trouble with the first dungeon:
the magic butterfly that you run into more than halfway through respawns every time you exit and enter that area. Use this to your advantage.
YES. This one is really important.
Coin Return
Loose Slot
Downloaded it earlier, but can't play until later. This was always the "big" SNES game I always regretted missing out on, so it's nice to finally be able to play it.
MisterHero
Super Member
Yeah, most dungeons have a room like that. Similarly, you can potentially empty a room's enemies just by exiting and re-entering.
Edit: beaten
Dion Blaster
Member
So is this not coming to the Wii?
I think definitely put a link to the guide in the OT first post. The guide was included in the game and I think people should have it on hand while playing.
http://cdn02.nintendo-europe.com/me...bound_2/WiiUVC_EarthBound_PlayersGuide_EN.pdf
http://cdn02.nintendo-europe.com/me...bound_2/WiiUVC_EarthBound_PlayersGuide_EN.pdf
Lordwindowlicker
Member
Can anyone elaborate on this?
Thanks for writing that, I'll make a new banner and add it! And yes, feel free to add to it everyone.
And I'll be adding this and the other tips too if that's okay.
There already is one under media. Should I put it somewhere else?
Lordwindowlicker
Member
It was speculative as far as I know, but it's something that may have been altered.
Not that it would stop me from buying it, mind you.
Calamari41
41 > 38
It was long rumored that the game was never re-released because the Sky Runner song and Frankie's song were too close to existing music, and thus Nintendo was afraid of being sued. This theory kind of vaporized when someone actually asked someone high up at Nintendo, and they responded by saying "huh?"
This.