Twig Posted March 5, 2016 Actually the claim was that they couldn't get GBA to work properly on the original 3DS. Which, if you're an ambassador, you know, because it boots into DS mode and then runs the game from there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CussedCayuse Posted March 5, 2016 I remember that whole silliness with the ambassador program. My thought is that maybe since SNES games only work on the new hardware, they can now do the same now with GBA games now. Look at me, holding my breath. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miffy495 Posted March 5, 2016 Yeah, they're going right for my wallet with those. Super Mario World, Super Mario Kart, Earthbound, Super Metroid, Donkey Kong Country 2 (the best DKC), and Link To The Past, ALL on VC in their first three rounds of release. Fuck. I know I've bought these games too many times already (except Earthbound, which I've only had the opportunity to purchase once in my life). I know they're more expensive on 3DS than they've been on any other VC platform. I KNOW these things. I don't know if I can hold off despite knowing this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horza Posted March 5, 2016 Yep, I've spent a good amount of time looking at the SNES virtual console games on WiiU eshop wishing they'd be on 3DS instead. First 4 games (SMW, Earthbound, Super Metroid, LTTP) are instant buys at least. Not sure how well Mario Kart and F-Zero have aged and if I've ever played any Donkey Kong game except Donkey Kong JR on Game&Watch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manny_c44 Posted March 5, 2016 Does anyone, anywhere in the world, know how I might go about getting normal, white New 3ds faceplates? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dartmonkey Posted March 7, 2016 They only come if you buy the console new (in EU or JP). Mind you, there are some BEAUTIFUL faceplates out there - why do you want boring white? Damn, I wanted SNES VC on 3DS for so long but it's come too late. I played LttP and SMW on GBA and went and got Earthbound and Super Metroid on Wii U. I'm starting a (small) collection of JP carts to play on Retron 5. They really should have launched this with the New 3DS and its SFC buttons. They must have crunched the numbers but I do not understand their piecemeal approach to VC. It should begin at launch and be supported with a couple of titles per platform per week until the ENTIRE back catalogue is available. I guess getting games recertified across all territories is an expensive ballache - that's the only explanation I can think of. Also, this is the first time I've felt that cross-buy really should come into play. Being able to play your games across the platforms would be a small box ticked and might persuade a few people to pick up the other console. The number of people buying twice must be very low, no? Perhaps this is the last hurrah before cross-buy comes baked-in with NX. Also also, why do Nintendo hide their 1:1 pixel mode? Final also, why don't NES VC games have a 1:1 pixel mode on 3DS? Stretched pixels or no, why not hide the option away like they do with the GB? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manny_c44 Posted March 7, 2016 I cannot stand the faceplate designs, I just don't wish to put any sort of character onto a system. They're truly dreadful. My only option is ordering a replacement part from Nintendo Japan adn then have it forwarded to me with a special service....probably it'll cost me at least 30-40 dollars. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dartmonkey Posted March 8, 2016 Well, I agree that some of them are a bit garish but there are loads of subtle, understated ones too. Loads of possibilities. https://www.nintendo.co.jp/3ds/hardware/accessories/plate.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manny_c44 Posted March 8, 2016 Oh that hanafuda one is actually really nice (No.071)...will I be able to obtain it though, that's the question... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Twig Posted March 8, 2016 Looking at those faceplates I'm once again angry that they're only available for the tiny baby hands version of the handheld. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marginalgloss Posted March 8, 2016 I guess the lack of cross-buy for SNES games on New 3DS is disappointing, but it's also entirely consistent with their Virtual Console policy on NES games for Wii U and 3DS. You can't buy Super Mario Bros 3 or Balloon Fight on both devices for one price, for example, so it would be weird for them to allow that for a handful of SNES games but not for every other cross-platform VC game. It feels to me more like they're just playing out the consequences of a business decision that was made a long time ago. Still, I do hope the NX and their new account system will signal a change in direction in this area... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dartmonkey Posted March 8, 2016 Imagine if they made all previously purchased VC titles immediately available for redownload on NX... It'd be a hell of a trump card and would help bring all the disappointed Wii U owners round. It'd also help salve the inevitable post-launch lull. I new some new faceplates. My SNES decals are wearing away a bit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manny_c44 Posted March 9, 2016 No 71 purchased, but altogether costs more than 35 clams to come from Japan... ...thanks miyamoto Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kolzig Posted March 9, 2016 Amazon Japan sends also some game stuff abroad now starting this week. You might be able to get 3DS covers also from there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manny_c44 Posted March 10, 2016 Yeah I know, that was announced like ten minutes after I bought it on ebay. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dartmonkey Posted March 25, 2016 All amiibos should unlock a bespoke character theme on 3DS. That is all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Twig Posted March 25, 2016 All amiibos should unlock a bespoke character theme on 3DS. That is all. You're not wrong! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jennegatron Posted March 26, 2016 holy shit. give me a jigglypuff theme nintendo. please. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kolzig Posted March 26, 2016 Just got Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright a few days ago. I thought I could never find this game in the shops since I've never seen it sold anywhere, but totally by random I saw it in this week in one strange shop and immediately bought. And it soooo good. The only weird thing about it is hearing Phoenix and Maya talk English in the video cutscenes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
noahghola Posted March 30, 2016 They only come if you buy the console new (in EU or JP). Mind you, there are some BEAUTIFUL faceplates out there - why do you want boring white? I really want a white 3DS as well--I mean, look at this! http://www.vooks.net/img/2014/09/New-Nintendo-3DS-White1.jpg So clean, dare I say retro? That Famicom feel. But my understanding is the same as yours, that they're only available (region-locked) in other regions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gdf Posted April 28, 2016 The latest Humble Bundle is Nintendo themed and a great way to nab some cheap 3DS games! It's still a good deal even if you don't have a Wii U (does anyone?) I paid about £10 and got Shantae, Retro City Rampage, Rhythm Thief, Citizens of Earth and Street Fighter IV, with more to come. Installed Shantae first and played half an hour or so. It's a fast paced, traditional style 2D platformer and seems right up my alley. Bought my 3DS about a year ago (the cool one with the SNES coloured face buttons) and have mostly played Majora's Mask and ALBW. Even second hand games are prohibitively expensive so it's nice to get a bunch of them I can dip in and out of while travelling or whatever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Griddlelol Posted April 28, 2016 Is this USA only? I really hope not, blocking these things by region absolutely sucks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N1njaSquirrel Posted April 28, 2016 nope, it's EU only i think I was also super bummed out that I couldn't get involved in the last nintendo humble bundle Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperBiasedMan Posted April 28, 2016 Nintendo eShop codes can only be redeemed on Nintendo eShop in Europe and South Africa. They will not work on American or Japanese Wii U or Nintendo 3DS devices. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gdf Posted April 28, 2016 Sorry everyone I never noticed that. Rare that we're the region getting the sweet deals though (further apologies to the Aussies).Anybody played the games concerned? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
