Neuromancer
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Rusty's Real Deal Baseball | OT | Haggle for Peanuts and Crackerjack
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Glad to hear it!
BTW all, entrement posted this Kotaku article in a separate thread:
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=796463
http://tay.kotaku.com/rustys-real-deal-baseball-the-right-way-to-do-in-game-1558215409
terrisus
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Well, I bought 5 of the games: Bat & Switch, Make the Call, Cage Match, Volley Bats, and Quick Catch
Leaving the other 5: Drop & Pop, Feel the Glove, The Aim Game, Gear Games, and Bat Master
Frankly the other 5 don't sound that interesting to me. In part because a good portion of them use the gyro sensor, which I don't like at all. And then other than that, they just don't sound as interesting in general.
So, basically, I ended up spending like $8.50 or thereabouts for 5 games that I really enjoy (and I've only scratched the surface of them, I'm still going to spend a bunch more time with them).
Meanwhile, I didn't have to waste money on the other 5 games that I wasn't interested in, like I would have if this was just a flat "10 games for $xx.xx" sort of package.
While I wasn't sure how I would feel about the purchasing setup of this, in the end I'm pretty happy.
And, while I do want to find out the rest of the storyline, it's not enough to spend the money on the rest. So, I'll just make due for now, and I'm sure I can find out about it later.
Leaving the other 5: Drop & Pop, Feel the Glove, The Aim Game, Gear Games, and Bat Master
Frankly the other 5 don't sound that interesting to me. In part because a good portion of them use the gyro sensor, which I don't like at all. And then other than that, they just don't sound as interesting in general.
So, basically, I ended up spending like $8.50 or thereabouts for 5 games that I really enjoy (and I've only scratched the surface of them, I'm still going to spend a bunch more time with them).
Meanwhile, I didn't have to waste money on the other 5 games that I wasn't interested in, like I would have if this was just a flat "10 games for $xx.xx" sort of package.
While I wasn't sure how I would feel about the purchasing setup of this, in the end I'm pretty happy.
And, while I do want to find out the rest of the storyline, it's not enough to spend the money on the rest. So, I'll just make due for now, and I'm sure I can find out about it later.
This is a game that I wish had a budget retail release for $15 dollars. I like the game and grindworthy achievement aspects but I think the way it presents haggling digital items for money is a bit ... Eh, predatory? Borderline gambling? I don't know how explain it. The haggling turned me off to it.
terrisus
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Well, as I said above, I'm glad it didn't, since if it did, I would've had to waste an extra $6 or so on 5 other games that didn't interest me.
And, as I said above, the 5 that I went with are Bat & Switch, Make the Call, Cage Match, Volley Bats, and Quick Catch, and I think they're all good.
The rest of them I'm passing on.
Yes, you do need to buy them (EDIT: the ones with the key by them. See below) to get the full story, but I'm sure the story will be out there soon enough anyway.
Actually, I don't think this is correct. From what I saw playing the demo, you only need to purchase the games with a key lock on them for the complete story.
terrisus
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Oops, you're right, I forgot that only some of them advance the story.
So, yeah, need to buy the ones with the key on it.
No sweat! I think there's 6 of those.
Apologies for the double post, but I wanted to share my initial impressions of the game in a separate post. I played through the demo and haven't purchased any of the individual games yet, mostly because I'm running a backlog but also a bit because I don't know how eager I am to play more. I liked the game and found it charming, the little I played of it. The graphics work well and are simple but clean. The initial game is okay. It's not the most exciting minigame but I can see there being a bit of depth to it, although maybe not as much as I would like. I might just not be a big enough fan of baseball, though. I imagine some of the other minigames might be more fun for me.
I like the presentation quite a bit, from the characters' ages being given in human and dog years to the exaggerated gesticulations of Rusty himself. It's definitely an interesting experiment in F2P, and it probably holds a bit more interest for me than Steel Diver: Sub Wars does. I think I'll be interested to read more impressions just to find out how much there is to the other games and what people's impressions are after spending a bit more time with the overall game. I do like it, and I'm open to spending actual money on it, I just don't feel like I necessarily have a yen for it right this moment (pun intended, many apologies!).
I like the presentation quite a bit, from the characters' ages being given in human and dog years to the exaggerated gesticulations of Rusty himself. It's definitely an interesting experiment in F2P, and it probably holds a bit more interest for me than Steel Diver: Sub Wars does. I think I'll be interested to read more impressions just to find out how much there is to the other games and what people's impressions are after spending a bit more time with the overall game. I do like it, and I'm open to spending actual money on it, I just don't feel like I necessarily have a yen for it right this moment (pun intended, many apologies!).
I'd definitely recommend getting Bat and Switch or Cage Match if you are mostly interested in the batting aspects of the game. Going for completing the challenges with top grades takes time, and the derby games make for some replay value. These two have a good amount of content between them. The others are interesting (Make the Call, for example), but there are others that you might want to avoid if you don't like motion-controls with the handheld. Overall, each of these (with the exception of Bat Master) feel sort of like a Bird & Beans type of game, and for <$2 each, they're well worth it, at least for me.
bobawesome
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Everyone about this game just feels sleazy. Definitely won't be supporting any of Nintendo's free-to-play endeavors going forward based on this alone.
Hale-XF11
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I own all of them. My favorites in order from most to least are...
- Bat & Switch
- The Aim Game
- Cage Match
- Bat Master
- Gear Games
The rest are so-so.
terrisus
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Good thing this isn't being marketed by them as a "free-to-play game"
Was there something about Steel Diver that you didn't like?
n64coder
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Can you try it and report your findings? Maybe I'll do it since I have only bought one game so far and it won't be a chore to replay it
Oh my god what did they do with the character model. The original looks like a somewhat friendly shop owner but the dog in the US version looks like some kind of psycopath.
I'm surprised you're the first one to comment on Rusty's localization.
(stolen from tinycartridge)
Yeah, Japan's Rusty looks like a sorry old man while the NA's one really looks like a psycho. Those eyes... it's like he can't wait to chop you up and hide your body in his shed.
Hispanicguy
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So far, I've only bought Bat & Switch and I'm having a great time with it! Just finished getting gold on all basic challenges for that one. Will start the advance challenges shortly. Needed a break, lol.
Also managed to get 378 on Hi-Score Derby A, which gave me an A+.
Definitely see myself purchasing all the other games. My money is ready for a Rusty's Real Deal Baseball 2 (or any other version of it). Such a simple game, but so addicting.
Also managed to get 378 on Hi-Score Derby A, which gave me an A+.
Definitely see myself purchasing all the other games. My money is ready for a Rusty's Real Deal Baseball 2 (or any other version of it). Such a simple game, but so addicting.
Nintendo Life has reviewed the game and given it a 7/10. I'll add this to the OP.
Nintendo Life- 7/10
Nintendo Life- 7/10
terrisus
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I'm surprised you're the first one to comment on Rusty's localization.
(stolen from tinycartridge)
Yeah, Japan's Rusty looks like a sorry old man while the NA's one really looks like a psycho. Those eyes... it's like he can't wait to chop you up and hide your body in his shed.
It was mentioned a couple of times in the preview thread.
Starting here
Nice! I'm still at sub-300 on that one, trying to cross into the A+ grade but it's taking many many tries...
Getting into the advanced challenges for Cage Match, and oh man... is it uncanny how some of the pitches here are the same types as those in Winnie the Pooh's game. I guess they're cliches or something.
yep, you're right. the game specifically says this.
Hispanicguy
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430 on Hi-Score Derby A for Bat & Switch. Level 6 kicks my ass.
Also completed all of the advance challenges for that game. Getting gold on all of them is a different story. I really dislike UFO's, lol.
Will purchase another game but I want to get all gold on the advance challenges before moving on. Any recommendations as to what my 2nd purchase should be? I'm leaning towards Cage Match or The Aim Game.
Also completed all of the advance challenges for that game. Getting gold on all of them is a different story. I really dislike UFO's, lol.
Will purchase another game but I want to get all gold on the advance challenges before moving on. Any recommendations as to what my 2nd purchase should be? I'm leaning towards Cage Match or The Aim Game.
Between the two, Cage Match is the better one. Aim Game is split between batting and throwing, and both don't exactly have as much variation as the games that have a single focus.
KojiKnight
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Well this thread has convinced me... I'm turning on my 3DS right now to download it. From the preview on the direct I wasn't expecting much.
I'll be interested to hear what you think of the game, KK.
abstract alien
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This game feels like I just found some undiscovered NES title, and it's one of those old games that you just know will hold up over time. Wow.
abstract alien
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I had zero expectations for this and I'm a bit shocked at just how good it is. Not really sure how Nintendo could market this, but damn. I don't like baseball, or sports games for that matter, but it really does capture the gaming aspect that simply has a sports theme rather than the other way around.
KojiKnight
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Hmm guess my problem is I came in with some expectations from this thread... I was expecting a bit more to the carrot before it insisted I pay to continue. Nothing wrong with trying this model out for F2P, and at least it's not selling 1 time power ups or something... but it's just not doing it for me personally. Next time I buy an eshop card and have a few dollars left over I'll probably give it another go.
I have a feeling once I can actually find out a bit of the story I'll be more into it.
I have a feeling once I can actually find out a bit of the story I'll be more into it.
terrisus
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I think part of the issue is that people are viewing it as a "Free to Play" game (which Nintendo isn't marketing it as), as opposed to what it's more similar to - an episodic game.
Basically, you choose which "episodes" to buy, buy the ones you want, and skip the ones you don't want.
Velcro Fly
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The demo was really fun. I think I might look up videos on what all the other games are and maybe I'll see about buying a few. Do you get CN coins for this at all?
edit: Went ahead and bought the first game for $2. Put in an hour already doing challenges. Almost cleared them all and got gold on 19 of them. Definitely a fun little game that I can see myself playing more. For $2 I'm not expecting the world and it could take some time to grind out golds in everything. I never knew pressing the A button could be so much fun. Plus I actually care about Rusty as a character.
I might investigate some of the other games that don't require me to use the gyro controls. Just not really a fan of them. I love baseball though so this game is pretty fun. I've had my $30 credit from the SMT/FE deal since July and this is the first thing I've bought.
edit: Went ahead and bought the first game for $2. Put in an hour already doing challenges. Almost cleared them all and got gold on 19 of them. Definitely a fun little game that I can see myself playing more. For $2 I'm not expecting the world and it could take some time to grind out golds in everything. I never knew pressing the A button could be so much fun. Plus I actually care about Rusty as a character.
I might investigate some of the other games that don't require me to use the gyro controls. Just not really a fan of them. I love baseball though so this game is pretty fun. I've had my $30 credit from the SMT/FE deal since July and this is the first thing I've bought.
This game is really cool and super satisfying. Bat/hit/crack sounds are so good. Only played/bought the demo game so far, but I can see myself slowly buying/haggling for the rest. I gotta say, the eShop has had a pretty banging year so far. Between this, Steel Diver, Yumi's Odd Oddyssey and a few other games I've been meaning to download (Inazuma and that blacksmith Guild game), there's just been good stuff all around.
DryvBy
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Legit laugh out of this after looking back at Rusty.
JetBlackPanda
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Is there anyway to reset my game? I want a different pup.
It sucks but the only way I could find was to delete the actual save data. Pushmo and this game both should have multiple save files IMO.
panama chief
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ffffuuuu. i stab someone for that in NA
PsihoPerihelion
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This is so genius. I'm having a blast following the dialogues and story. I really feel bad when I haggle. Poor Rusty
We are all going to make Nontendo go third party.
We are all going to make Nontendo go third party.
Velcro Fly
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Advanced Challenges in Bat and Switch are brutal. Holy crap I'm bad at them. I managed A rank on 1-1 and 2-1 after a few minutes though.