theprodigy
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inb4 3rd party character DLC
Super Smash Bros Wii U and 3DS Thread 3: Ridley's Believe It or Not!
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inb4 3rd party character DLC
Why would you think that? Nintendo created a ton of DLC for Fire Emblem Awakening. They also made an entire second game as NSMB Wii U DLC. Nintendo seems to be exploring DLC quite a bit with their recent games.
Hyperactivity
Banned
I know it's called downloadable content but I've always categorized patches as being game necessities to fix things while "DLC" are "extras".
Yeah yeah it's still DLC lol.
I just don't see Sakurai locking characters and stages behind paywalls.
Nintendo may be looking to monetize it but Sakurai seems like the developer to have everything unlockable through challenges rather than buyable.
Fire Emblem was more closer to "new stages" as dlc for smash.
Super Luigi was closer to SF4 > SSF4AE in a smash dlc way of life.
So don't expect just 1 or 2 characters for smash as dlc
Yeah, I wouldn't count Smash DLC out just yet.
Nintendo is clearly working with Namco because of their DLC expertise. DLC confirmed.
But seriously, I'd love DLC even if it was paid. More Smash is a good thing. Though I don't expect them to do paid if it splits the userbase. Maybe if it was a big expansion and also sold at retail like Luigi U.
But seriously, I'd love DLC even if it was paid. More Smash is a good thing. Though I don't expect them to do paid if it splits the userbase. Maybe if it was a big expansion and also sold at retail like Luigi U.
IntelliHeath
As in "Heathcliff"
Your part is right. Let Nintendo to surprise us instead of expecting the DLC.
Why not both.
You can support a game well into the future.
It happens quite a bit.
I could see them doing, like... event match packages. Or break the targets. 10 new event matches for $2.99.
I don't think they have the balls to do new character DLC. Probably not even stages, either. Even then, there is SO much potential for DLC in Smash. Probably more than any other game ever made. You have:
-alternate costumes
-music packs
-additional single player modes
-new taunts
-new announcers
-event matches
-break the targets
-board the platforms (BRING IT BACK)
and the list goes on. I really hope Nintendo does support Smash 4 with legit DLC in the future. Say... a stage/music from the new Wii U Zelda game. I know I'd buy that in a heart beat, and it would be a shame if we have to wait another 6 years to see that game incorporated into a Smash Bros game.
I don't think they have the balls to do new character DLC. Probably not even stages, either. Even then, there is SO much potential for DLC in Smash. Probably more than any other game ever made. You have:
-alternate costumes
-music packs
-additional single player modes
-new taunts
-new announcers
-event matches
-break the targets
-board the platforms (BRING IT BACK)
and the list goes on. I really hope Nintendo does support Smash 4 with legit DLC in the future. Say... a stage/music from the new Wii U Zelda game. I know I'd buy that in a heart beat, and it would be a shame if we have to wait another 6 years to see that game incorporated into a Smash Bros game.
theprodigy
Member
pretty much this
Super Super Smash Bros.?
Street Fighter IV was handled perfectly.
I don't expect a new, updated version of Smash every year... but at least one "Super" version maybe 2 or 3 years after the original game's release would be fantastic. A bunch of new stages and characters, rebalance the cast, add some other goodies here and there. That's all you need. These 6 year gaps between games are too painful.
I don't expect a new, updated version of Smash every year... but at least one "Super" version maybe 2 or 3 years after the original game's release would be fantastic. A bunch of new stages and characters, rebalance the cast, add some other goodies here and there. That's all you need. These 6 year gaps between games are too painful.
Super Smash Bros. for WiiU Expansion Pack For WiiU
FUNKNOWN iXi
Member
wat.
How can generating more revenue and extending a game's life ever be seen as a negative with the Smash Bros. franchise? That's crazy talk, not to mention Sakurai has already mentioned supporting the game after it launches and we've been seeing Nintendo release more DLC for their games (Mario, Pikmin, etc.).
I don't even.
Red Arremer
Member
I think DLC for Smash Bros. might be complicated, and that's mostly because of how many people and legal issues are involved in this game.
It's basically 3 parties working on this (Sakurai's own whatever it's called right now, Namco and Nintendo), let alone all the people that are involved in regards to the license for a character/franchise, like GameFreak etc.
In terms of technology and willingness, I don't think anything is standing in Nintendo's way, but I don't think that we'll see anything beyond DLC that might already be planned before the game launches in terms of substantial updates, and if we do get something, then I think it would more likely involve things that don't require involvement of the many parties within this game's development, like additional color palettes or music.
It's basically 3 parties working on this (Sakurai's own whatever it's called right now, Namco and Nintendo), let alone all the people that are involved in regards to the license for a character/franchise, like GameFreak etc.
In terms of technology and willingness, I don't think anything is standing in Nintendo's way, but I don't think that we'll see anything beyond DLC that might already be planned before the game launches in terms of substantial updates, and if we do get something, then I think it would more likely involve things that don't require involvement of the many parties within this game's development, like additional color palettes or music.
Yeah, Nintendo has a habit of using filler names until the release date gets closer.
I'm still waiting
Project Cafe?
Red Arremer
Member
Yeah, community-generated content also is part of the "DLC that doesn't need to involve all the people".
theprodigy
Member
voltronbadA
Member
Man, never considered DLC for smash. I liked the idea of smaller things like alternate costumes being saved for DLC. Now I'm thinking of all the possibilities with other things, I do agree Nintendo seems to be pretty adventurous lately with DLC like Pikmin being the best example. Not sure they would dedicate the manpower/legal issues into new characters but other little things would be nice
TheGreatMightyPoo
Banned
Waluigi won't be shown tonight.
Disbelieve.
Disbelieve.
ShockingAlberto
Member
DLC seems exceedingly unlikely since the team making this game is a combination of people from a bunch of different teams who will all go back to their own studios and projects after this game is done.
I don't think DLC itself is actually a bad thing, I just don't think it's something that's exactly required.
I won't really get upset if they do add DLC, just as long as it's handled right. I just don't understand why it's needed so badly and how this is behind the times to not include them. I'd rather have a complete package, really.
EDIT: RE: Extending the game's life... Er, Smash Bros doesn't need DLC to survive. Did we forget that plenty of people still play the games to this day? Not to mention the competitive scene would likely sustain it (assuming Smash 4 is more competitive friendly this time).
This is also a good point as well. They are likely more willing to move on to their projects than sticking with Smash Bros post-launch, aside from maybe some patches.
TheCongressman1
Member
I like DLC, mostly just free DLC. But most importantly, I want patches when the game needs it.
Freezie KO
Banned
Please for the love of everything, NO DLC.
voltronbadA
Member
Man, I was starting to struggle with my smash hype the past couple weeks, but I've been watching the super smash bros melee documentary "The Smash Bros" that kotaku posted (on YouTube, easy to find)..,...
ALL ABOARD THE HYPER TRAIN AGAIN!
Seriously, it was a great documentary if you have the time (there are like 8 or nine half hour segments) and I cannot wait for next smash. Although I never learned any of those advanced techniques I really appreciate the depth in melee and hope that new smash really strikes the balance between melee and brawl like Sakurai has said it would
ALL ABOARD THE HYPER TRAIN AGAIN!
Seriously, it was a great documentary if you have the time (there are like 8 or nine half hour segments) and I cannot wait for next smash. Although I never learned any of those advanced techniques I really appreciate the depth in melee and hope that new smash really strikes the balance between melee and brawl like Sakurai has said it would
Choppasmith
Member
Well when you think about it Brawl had DLC in the form of the custom stage of the day.
Werewolf Jones
Member
Pic of the Day:
Caption: I've got this strange growth on my back lately---which should be impossible, since I'm a robot.
Oh hey, it's Pikachu's MEGA form.
perfect
Jawmuncher
Member
I'm still waiting on a character reveal of someone not in a previous smash game.
Or Snake just so I can know for sure if he is in or not (They need to at least keep his moveset and give it to a Advanced Wars character or something)
Boss Doggie
all my loli wolf companions are so moe
squatting dat robot
AdventureRacing
Member
Why? I mean seriously what is wrong with having support for a game post release? Especially when you only get one game per generation.
Hours Left
Member
Meh, we need something exciting.
The pics of the day pale in comparison to the overwhelming hype the Dojo gave us.
The pics of the day pale in comparison to the overwhelming hype the Dojo gave us.
*claps*
Pic of the Day:
Caption: I've got this strange growth on my back lately---which should be impossible, since I'm a robot.
Haha, that's rather cute! :3
astarisborn94
Member
IntelliHeath, is the roster contest still ongoing? I have been taking a leave from Smash discussion, but I just want to stop by to know before I return to my hiatus.
Also, more awesome Mega Man pictures FTW.
Also, more awesome Mega Man pictures FTW.
MrSaturn99
Member
I think this is the first time we've seen Mega Man on the 3DS version since the game was announced, no? He looks great.
Love that pic.
Love that pic.
There is a potential for this being Nintendos Dota or TF2 - But they propably won't use it.
Hopefully I'm wrong, but I don't see Sakurai sitting on SSB for the next year/few years and I don't see Bandai/Namco developing the game without him either.
MrSaturn99
Member
Really? n/m, then.