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[Plinko]

I don't have Mario 64 already. I do have the cart, but I don't have my N64.

I have the DS version but I haven't played it in years. I know it sucked on the DS, but how well does it hold up with the aid of the 3DS' circle pad? It still won't be ideal I know, but if it's playable then I won't bother re-buying it.

It controls really well with a thumb stylus.

The circle pad just emulates the dpad. It's still 8-way on-off control, not analog.

When I upgraded to a 3DS XL I specifically made ensure to try Mario 64 with the circle pad and compare it to the OG DS.

To me, it's a night and day difference. It turned what I found to be a frustrating mess into an excellent and perfectly controllable experience.

 

[Macho Madness]

If you have a Wii U, don't take the Super Metroid bait!

 

[Davey Cakes]

If you have a Wii U, don't take the Super Metroid bait!

Exactly.

I've already had it for a while so I'm in the clear. Getting the 30 cent version anyway, since it's 30 cents rather than the eventual $1.50 upgrade cost.

Worst thing is, I won't be able to transfer my 100% save from the Wii version to the Wii U one, but whatever.

 

[Beer Monkey]

To me, it's a night and day difference. It turned what I found to be a frustrating mess into an excellent and perfectly controllable experience.

Well, here's a thread for anyone interested:

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=461981

Some people think the circle pad is a big upgrade but they certainly seem to be in the minority.

It's so not-analog to me, personally. Still uses a run button. Can only go in eight directions.

 

[IrishNinja]

yeah, Super Metroid bout to be 30c and i already got Mario 64...looks like they got my letter & brought back Urban Champ though!

 

[Thequietone]

I have all of them besides Urban Champion......Guess my points are going to stay hoarded.

 

[MrBS]

Urban Champion again? Nice try ninty.

 

[zroid]

Urban Champion again? Nice try ninty.

They've gotta unload all those digital copies somehow!

 

[donny2112]

They've gotta unload all those digital copies somehow!

They're filling up the digital warehouse. They can't bring in SNES games until they offload all the digital Urban Champions 3D copies.

Spoiler

Still not buying it.

 

[clay_ghost]

If only 3DS have SNES VC.........

 

[donny2112]

If only 3DS have SNES VC.........

I'd be out a lot more money but happily.

 

[jet1911]

If only 3DS have SNES VC.........

If only Nintendo didn't lack common sense.

 

[DrEvil]

Only 5 coins to platinum, lol.

My $5 Steel Diver post-play should put me over the top, jeez.

 

[Wiz]

So apparently Nintendo is sending out Club Nintendo surveys (10 free coins) to random people about some of their products.

Most of the questions were about Animal Crossing and Pokemon X/Y.

 

[Ondore]

Does anyone know the turnaround for the free game w/XL and Luigi's Mansion promotion? Do you get kicked to a menu as soon as you finish the second survey?

 

[womp]

So apparently Nintendo is sending out Club Nintendo surveys (10 free coins) to random people about some of their products.

Most of the questions were about Animal Crossing and Pokemon X/Y.

I received one of these in my email the other day. 10 points. The focus was on WiiU TVii.

I basically told them I bought the system to play games, not for the 'all in one media features' and that it doesn't even work with my setup anyway.

When I tap a cable channel, it changes the channel on my television. I use a cable box for that.

 

[balladofwindfishes]

Mine was asking me if I was interested in purchasing a 3DS, and Luigi's Mansion with it.

I have a 3DS, a 3DSXL and LM all registered... there was literally no real answer to the entire poll for me, but whatever, 10 free coins! They probably should have checked if you actually owned the system before asking "why don't you own this system"

 

[DDayton]

What, are there MULTIPLE odd surveys out now?

Not sure how to track them all.

 

[deduce]

I just logged into Club Nintendo and it said my chance to register Fire Emblem has passed. That sucks, I missed out on 40pts. I didn't realize eShop registrations were so stingy considering you can register box copies whenever.

 

[zigg]

I just logged into Club Nintendo and it said my chance to register Fire Emblem has passed. That sucks, I missed out on 40pts. I didn't realize eShop registrations were so stingy considering you can register box copies whenever.

This has been a sore point with me for several years now. Unless you're wired to immediately hit CN after you buy a game, you'll miss out on the surveys. I've suggested they should send an email to the CN member, but to no avail.

 

[Deleted member 74300]

Alright after getting Resident Evil for $20 I just need to do a few post surveys and buy Luigi's Mansion and platinum is mine again.

Spoiler

That is if I could find the damn game.

 

[Boss Doggie]

I just logged into Club Nintendo and it said my chance to register Fire Emblem has passed. That sucks, I missed out on 40pts. I didn't realize eShop registrations were so stingy considering you can register box copies whenever.

Ahh eShop registrations are timed? Damn.

 

[zroid]

The thing about the eShop registrations is downloading the game is equivalent to entering your code. In either case, you have 30 days hence to complete the actual survey and get your coins.

 

[Cess007]

Only 5 coins to platinum, lol.

Been curious for a while (since i just bought my 3DS a couple of weeks ago), what did Platinum status get you? :0

 

[zroid]

Been curious for a while (since i just bought my 3DS a couple of weeks ago), what did Platinum status get you? :0

Check the OP

 

[Boss Doggie]

The thing about the eShop registrations is downloading the game is equivalent to entering your code. In either case, you have 30 days hence to complete the actual survey and get your coins.

Ahhh I see.

 

[Cess007]

Check the OP

My bad! Thanks for the info !

 

[DrEvil]

Been curious for a while (since i just bought my 3DS a couple of weeks ago), what did Platinum status get you? :0

Every year it's different. Been platinum ever since they introduced the program, so, things like downloadable games, a Mario hat, character statue, etc.

 

[TunaLover]

I only have a Wii, I picked Super Metroid, there's a Wii U version available / in the works?
I consider get a Wii U in during this year.

 

[Roto13]

I only have a Wii, I picked Super Metroid, there's a Wii U version available / in the works?
I consider get a Wii U in during this year.

You'll be able to get Super Metroid for 30 cents for a month, but you won't be able to get it if you don't have a Wii U. YOu'll eventually be able to upgrade your Wii VC version of Super Metroid to the Wii U VC version for a dollar.

So if you want the Wii U version but won't own a Wii U for a while, you made the right decision getting the Wii version from Club Nintendo.

 

[EleventhDoctor]

Come on, Nintendo-put out some new Physical rewards, for God's sake! All these coins are burning a hole in my pocket!

 

[donny2112]

YOu'll eventually be able to upgrade your Wii VC version of Super Metroid to the Wii U VC version for a dollar.

Thought it was a $1.50 for SNES games?

 

[Roto13]

Thought it was a $1.50 for SNES games?

Well whatever. Less than $8.

 

[SmokedMeat]

You'll be able to get Super Metroid for 30 cents for a month, but you won't be able to get it if you don't have a Wii U. YOu'll eventually be able to upgrade your Wii VC version of Super Metroid to the Wii U VC version for a dollar.

So just to be clear, if purchasing a U my games won't transfer over unless I pay a fee? Is it per game?!

 

[Zeeman]

So just to be clear, if purchasing a U my games won't transfer over unless I pay a fee? Is it per game?!

You can transfer over your games with the transfer app and an SD card, but you can only play them in Wii mode, so only with Wii controllers and not on the tablet. You'll have to pay a fee per game to update the games to Wii U mode whenever that becomes available.

 

[Sleepy]

So my survey asked me about Animal Crossing and Pokemon X/Y. Some interesting questions asked if I was interested in buying a 3DS system for with the game. Now this could just be judging if I thought the games were worth buying a system for, or could Nintendo be judging the demand for the Animal Crossing/X&Y specific systems?

I wish they would have asked my feelings about the eShop/Virtual Console. I guess they don't need questions for which they already know the answers

 

[Mirk]

So I have 1100 coins atm. I got an email saying 320 are going to expire in june. So my question is if I spend say 350 now I'll have 750, so in june will they still take away another 320? What I am asking I guess is do you have to clear your balance to not lose any that expire.

 

[donny2112]

What I am asking I guess is do you have to clear your balance to not lose any that expire.

No. Spend 320 or more, and you should be good.

 

[Mirk]

No. Spend 320 or more, and you should be good.

sweet ty!

 

[Busaiku]

3rd party games don't give Early Registration bonuses?
Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate is the 1st game that was eligible for me.

 

[_woLf]

Gah, I have 440 coins that are expiring in June, but there is pretty much nothing I want. What do

I wish the Wii games were easier to play on Wii U... I'd get Super mario 64 easily if that was the case.

 

[zroid]

Gah, I have 440 coins that are expiring in June, but there is pretty much nothing I want. What do

I wish the Wii games were easier to play on Wii U... I'd get Super mario 64 easily if that was the case.

You could get it with the intention of upgrading to the Wii U version down the road (for whatever fee they charge -- probably 2 bucks). They haven't technically announced N64 games for Wii U... but you have to imagine it's coming. SM64 on the GamePaaaaaaaad!

 

[DDayton]

Bah. I need to update the spreadsheet -- I'm behind by more than a week now...

 

[dreamer3kx]

Can you spend coins if you reach gold or platinum, just reached plat.

edit: oops, just saw op.

 

[Pikma]

Can you spend coins if you reach gold or platinum, just reached plat.

Yes you can, even if you use them before reaching a status, they still count towards it.

 

[SickBoy]

Codes are gone.

 

[teeg]

I've got Club Nintendo codes for Warioware DIY and Pilotwings Resort that came with the used copies I bought at EB Canada's recent clearance. No idea if they're used or not, but I rebought the games and don't want to jump through any hoops with regard to setting up a family account or whatever, so if you want'em let me know. I'll PM one each to whoever replies first.

I'll take one.

 

[Borman]

I've got Club Nintendo codes for Warioware DIY and Pilotwings Resort that came with the used copies I bought at EB Canada's recent clearance. No idea if they're used or not, but I rebought the games and don't want to jump through any hoops with regard to setting up a family account or whatever, so if you want'em let me know. I'll PM one each to whoever replies first.

Id take Warioware if you could

 

[SickBoy]

Wow, that was quick.

 

[Borman]

Wow, that was quick.

Timed it just as I clicked the thread hah