Nintendo has just announced that if you buy New Super Mario Bros. 2 (3DS)--the first game ever
(on a Nintendo system) that you can purchase both in stores and on the Nintendo eShop--on the eShop you GET DOUBLE the amount (compared to the packaged version) of Club Nintendo coins! 50 for the packaged version if you register it by 9/20 and 100 for the downloadable version if you register it by 9/20.
Congratulations Nintendo, you have tempted me--a person who prefers packaged software--to buy New Super Mario Bros. 2 from the eShop.
Source: Nintendo
Friday, July 20, 2012
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Project CARS, Gameplay and Graphics Videos
^Love the the detail in the trees^
^Love the the detail in the car^
Project CARS looks like it's going to be a very cool (and realistic) racing game.
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Member of the Technology Hobbit Chat and Reviewer Q&A: EwokLemonade
This Q&A was made so that you can know the likes and dislikes of one of the people that is a member of the Technology Hobbit Chat, and so you can find which of the reviewer's has the same tastes in video game's, and therefor chose which review to trust.
What video game consoles do you own? (And what have you owned, but no longer have):
The Gameboy. No doubt. I grew up on that device, and forever it shall remain in my heart, and in my hand.
What is your preferred video game developer? And why?
I am a big fan of Valve as well as Treyarch and Activision, because of the quality and, well, fun aspects of the games they make.
What 8th gen handheld video game console looks the coolest? And why? (only answer if you don't own a 8th gen handheld video game console (3DS, and PS Vita), or don't think you own the coolest):
EwokLemonade Q&A
What video game consoles do you own? (And what have you owned, but no longer have):
I have Xbox, original and 360, PS1, GameCube, Wii, and multiple DS's and Gameboys.
What is your preferred way to play video games? (consoles, PC's, phones-tablets, ext.) And why?:
What is your preferred way to play video games? (consoles, PC's, phones-tablets, ext.) And why?:
Usually consoles are the best, but I also enjoy a lot of PC games, specifically Minecraft. I also will play the occasional iOS game on an iPod. I do prefer consoles because of the gameplay and graphics quality.
What is your preferred--7th Gen--home video game console? (Xbox 360, PS3, or Wii) And why?:
What is your preferred--7th Gen--home video game console? (Xbox 360, PS3, or Wii) And why?:
In my personal opinion, the 360 is the best. Although the Wii was very interesting when it first came out, because the technology was only available for that specific console at the time, the games and their gameplay lacked. Besides the Legend of Zelda games and some Mario games. I don't care much for the PS3, mostly because I have never owned one, and I really don't intend to, although it's graphics are mildly higher than that of the xbox.
What is your preferred handheld video game console? And why?:
What is your preferred handheld video game console? And why?:
The Gameboy. No doubt. I grew up on that device, and forever it shall remain in my heart, and in my hand.
What is your preferred video game developer? And why?
I am a big fan of Valve as well as Treyarch and Activision, because of the quality and, well, fun aspects of the games they make.
What 8th gen handheld video game console looks the coolest? And why? (only answer if you don't own a 8th gen handheld video game console (3DS, and PS Vita), or don't think you own the coolest):
Probably the PS vita. I had a PSP for a very long time (until I didn't play it as much, so I sold it to my brother who then sold it for twice as much) so I knew how fun that system was. The PS vita looks awesome, and I might have to buy it soon.
What is your favorite video game franchise? And why?:
What is your favorite video game franchise? And why?:
Probably either the Portal series, or maybe the Call of Duty franchise. They both are amazing, and most of all, fun.
What is your favorite video game? And why?:
What is your favorite video game? And why?:
I can't say that I actually have a favorite. I love many games by many different developers. I do not have a solid answer.
What is the worst game you have played? And why?:
What is the worst game you have played? And why?:
I'd have to say one of the Tiger Woods franchise golf games. I couldn't play more than 5 minutes without immediately turning off the Xbox.
What next gen video game (Wii U{the only one we know anything about, unless you cont rumors}, Xbox 720, or PS4) console do you look forward to the most? And why?:
What next gen video game (Wii U{the only one we know anything about, unless you cont rumors}, Xbox 720, or PS4) console do you look forward to the most? And why?:
The 720. Definitely. The Xbox is my favorite console, and the 720, I hope, will surpass it in every way.
What do you think about the Wii U?:
What do you think about the Wii U?:
I think Nintendo is really trying, but they also need to really step up their game if their going to beat their competitors at Microsoft and Sony.
Who is your favorite "Tech Titan"? (Apple, Microsoft, or Google) And why?:
Who is your favorite "Tech Titan"? (Apple, Microsoft, or Google) And why?:
I love all of them, I only use apple iPods as opposed to any MP3 devices. I only use PCs and Microsoft computers. And, I ONLY use Google as my search engine.
Witch of the Big 3 do you like most? And why?:
Witch of the Big 3 do you like most? And why?:
Like I said, I don't have a favorite.
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Also see:
Overlord of The Technology Hobbit, and Reviewer Q&A: TechnoHobbit
Member of the Technology Hobbit Chat and Reviewer Q&A: DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat
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Also see:
Overlord of The Technology Hobbit, and Reviewer Q&A: TechnoHobbit
Member of the Technology Hobbit Chat and Reviewer Q&A: DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat
Member of the Technology Hobbit Chat and Reviewer Q&A: DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat
This Q&A was made so that you can know the likes and dislikes of one of the people that is a member of the Technology Hobbit Chat, and so you can find which of the reviewer's has the same tastes in video game's, and therefor chose which review to trust.
What video game consoles do you own? (And what have you owned, but no longer have):
Xbox 360, Wii, PS3. Previously owned Nintendo 64 I think, PS1, PS2, and Xbox.
What is your preferred way to play video games? (consoles, PC's, phones-tablets, ext.):
Consoles.
What is your preferred--7th Gen--home video game console? (Xbox 360, PS3, or Wii) And why?
Xbox 360 because of the multiplayer experience and awesome video games.
What is your preferred handheld video game console? And why?
iPod touch (if that counts) because of how the whole app thing works and free apps and fun stuff.
What is your preferred video game developer? And why?
Microsoft because they make fun and enjoyable games that are not always for children (which is a good thing) and just makes it fun to play online with your buddies.
Which of the Big 3 do you like most? Why?
What do you think about the Wii U?
Who is your favorite "Tech Titan"? (Apple, Microsoft, or Google) And why?
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat Q&A
What video game consoles do you own? (And what have you owned, but no longer have):
Xbox 360, Wii, PS3. Previously owned Nintendo 64 I think, PS1, PS2, and Xbox.
What is your preferred way to play video games? (consoles, PC's, phones-tablets, ext.):
Consoles.
What is your preferred--7th Gen--home video game console? (Xbox 360, PS3, or Wii) And why?
Xbox 360 because of the multiplayer experience and awesome video games.
What is your preferred handheld video game console? And why?
iPod touch (if that counts) because of how the whole app thing works and free apps and fun stuff.
What is your preferred video game developer? And why?
Microsoft because they make fun and enjoyable games that are not always for children (which is a good thing) and just makes it fun to play online with your buddies.
Which of the Big 3 do you like most? Why?
Microsoft Because they don't only make video game consoles they make computers and lots of other stuff also.
What is your preferred handheld video game console? And why?
I would have to say the 3DS because I never really liked the PS handheld's, they just sort of sucked.
What is your favorite video game franchise? And why?
Halo because the way it was made was just awesome. I like Star trek, stargate, and star wars, Halo is like them all combined and put into a video game. It is by far my favorite video game franchise.
What is your favorite video game? And why?
What is your preferred handheld video game console? And why?
I would have to say the 3DS because I never really liked the PS handheld's, they just sort of sucked.
What is your favorite video game franchise? And why?
Halo because the way it was made was just awesome. I like Star trek, stargate, and star wars, Halo is like them all combined and put into a video game. It is by far my favorite video game franchise.
What is your favorite video game? And why?
Right now my favorite video game is probably Halo Reach. Halo Reach is the latest Halo game (if you don't count Halo Anniversary). It is my favorite of the Halo's. In story line it is a prequel to the others but in multiplayer it is way cooler.
What is the worst game you have played? And why?
Worst game I have ever played is Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfare. I completely hated that game (with a passion). The controls were not like any other war game. And the game play was boring (it was for the Xbox just to let you know).
What is the worst game you have played? And why?
Worst game I have ever played is Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfare. I completely hated that game (with a passion). The controls were not like any other war game. And the game play was boring (it was for the Xbox just to let you know).
What next gen video game (Wii U{the only one we know anything about, unless you cont rumors}, Xbox 720, or PS4) console do you look forward to the most? And why?
Well I guess the Xbox 720. I'm an Xbox fan and that's mostly why. I haven't actually heard anything about the Xbox 720 but i guess 360 is cool 720 has to be cooler.
What do you think about the Wii U?
Ah the Wii U I think it actually looks pretty cool with its Wii controller connecting to the Wii and stuff. But I won't get it because it doesn't bedazzle me. I have said it a few times I'm not a big Wii fan and most likely never will be.
I like Google for its search engine, but that's where I stop liking Google. Google+ is just kinda dumb to me when there is Yahoo available. Apple and Microsoft is where it is hard for me. Apple has iPod's and computers. Microsoft has computers and video games. But when it comes down I like video games more than listening to music. Microsoft is the best in my mind.
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Also see:
Overlord of The Technology Hobbit, and Reviewer Q&A: TechnoHobbit
Member of the Technology Hobbit Chat and Reviewer Q&A: EwokLemonade
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Also see:
Overlord of The Technology Hobbit, and Reviewer Q&A: TechnoHobbit
Member of the Technology Hobbit Chat and Reviewer Q&A: EwokLemonade
Monday, July 16, 2012
Analyst Michael Pachter Says Activision Forced Nintendo To Make the Wii U Pro Controller: Yeah Right
In a interview with Edge, the anti-Nintendo analyst Michael Pachter said, "Activision never said anything to me, but I know that [for] big games like Call Of Duty they said, 'No, we're not putting it on there if you don't give us a conventional controller'. So they gave in."
Sorry, Michael Pachter, I don't trust you. AT. ALL. How do you "know" this if Activision never said anything to you? Did you know Activision puts Call Of Duty on almost anything? Whether it be a PC, an HD console (Xbox 360 and PS3), a Nintendo DS, a PlayStation Portable, the Wii, an iPhone, or a BlackBerry, you name it. I doubt they hate the screen so much that they would require Nintendo to make this. . .
. . . in order for them to put Call of Duty on the Wii U. While this. . .
. . . can do everything the Wii U Pro Controller can, plus more. For one thing, with the Wii U GamePad you don't need to buy a headset to play online, instead you can use the built-in Mic and speakers (or you can plug a pair of ear buds into the headphone jack)! The only thing the Wii U Pro Controller is good for is local multi-player games and fighting games like Street Fighter or Tekken (where it can be distracting).
Sorry, Michael Pachter, I don't trust you. AT. ALL. How do you "know" this if Activision never said anything to you? Did you know Activision puts Call Of Duty on almost anything? Whether it be a PC, an HD console (Xbox 360 and PS3), a Nintendo DS, a PlayStation Portable, the Wii, an iPhone, or a BlackBerry, you name it. I doubt they hate the screen so much that they would require Nintendo to make this. . .
. . . in order for them to put Call of Duty on the Wii U. While this. . .
Sunday, July 15, 2012
The Technology Hobbit Chat: Games We're Excited About, 3DS XL, and Favorite Genres
TechnoHobbit: Welcome to the first edition of The Technology Hobbit Chat, I am your host TechnoHobbit, and to day I have with me.....
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Hey, I'm DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat
TechnoHobbit: Is there anything technology or video game related you want to chat about today?
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Well I was thinking to start the chat off we should talk about video games. And not just any video games, but the ones we are exited for that are not out yet.
TechnoHobbit: Ok, I'm most excited for, Pikmin 3 (Wii), and Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon (3DS). What games are you looking forward to?
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Halo 4 (Xbox 360), Assassin's Creed III (any), Call of Duty: Black Op's 2 (Xbox 360).
TechnoHobbit: I think Halo 4 looks cool, and like how it won't be less focused on shooting (don't care for shooters).
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Yah the graphics look way better than the latest one (Halo Reach), and the multiplayer looks just plain amazing.
TechnoHobbit: I don't play many multiplayer game besides Mario Kart 7, so how is the multiplayer different compared to other games in the same genre?
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Well they haven't leaked to much of the Game but just small details like there will be a Spec Ops like game variant (from COD Modern Warfare 2,3) that looks pretty fun. The ranking system is also nice where you don't just get XP for winning, but credits which you can use to buy things like armour or voices for your character.
TechnoHobbit: Ah, sounds cool!
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Yah I can't wait.
TechnoHobbit: I guess, I will choose the next topic: 3DS XL http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBIMIvphgEs&feature=relmfu
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Cool so its like a big DS? How big is it exactly?
TechnoHobbit: Like a big 3DS. The system's top screen is 4.88 inches, while the lower screen is 4.18 inches. Both screens will be 90% larger than on the original 3DS.
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Dang! That's pretty cool.
TechnoHobbit: Yeah! The few people who have seen one say games look awesome on that screen and the 3D sweet-spot (were you can see the 3D) is bigger.
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Thats sounds awesome.
TechnoHobbit: You want to choose the last topic?
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Yah I was thinking we should end it with what kind of video game genre do you like most? RPG, Shooter, Racing? like what is your favorite kind of gameplay?
TechnoHobbit: Ok.
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: I prefer RPG the most (I know its a little weird since my favorite game is not really a role playing game although it kinda is) because I like playing as myself in video games.
TechnoHobbit: I have played one RPG: Super Paper Mario, it's fun. My favorite genres are: Action-Adventure, Platformer's, and Racing
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Yes those are fun and enjoyable. What is your favorite of those genres? Video game I mean.
TechnoHobbit: Hard question, my favorite genre has to be.... Action-Adventure, and my favorite video game in that genre is (so far) The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Oh I cant wait to buy that. I have been meaning to, but I am just so busy.
TechnoHobbit: Cool, I think some places are saleing it for $30. Oh, and if you don't have one you also have to buy a Wii MotionPlus expansion, or a Wii Remote Plus
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: OK. Oh yeah (just to let you know) my favorite RPG is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. it is pretty fun.
TechnoHobbit: I have heard that game is good (and is getting some nice DLC). I have to go now so, bye (and thanks for chatting)!!!!
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Alright can't wait for the next chat. See Yah.
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DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Hey, I'm DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat
TechnoHobbit: Is there anything technology or video game related you want to chat about today?
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Well I was thinking to start the chat off we should talk about video games. And not just any video games, but the ones we are exited for that are not out yet.
TechnoHobbit: Ok, I'm most excited for, Pikmin 3 (Wii), and Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon (3DS). What games are you looking forward to?
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Halo 4 (Xbox 360), Assassin's Creed III (any), Call of Duty: Black Op's 2 (Xbox 360).
TechnoHobbit: I think Halo 4 looks cool, and like how it won't be less focused on shooting (don't care for shooters).
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Yah the graphics look way better than the latest one (Halo Reach), and the multiplayer looks just plain amazing.
TechnoHobbit: I don't play many multiplayer game besides Mario Kart 7, so how is the multiplayer different compared to other games in the same genre?
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Well they haven't leaked to much of the Game but just small details like there will be a Spec Ops like game variant (from COD Modern Warfare 2,3) that looks pretty fun. The ranking system is also nice where you don't just get XP for winning, but credits which you can use to buy things like armour or voices for your character.
TechnoHobbit: Ah, sounds cool!
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Yah I can't wait.
TechnoHobbit: I guess, I will choose the next topic: 3DS XL http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBIMIvphgEs&feature=relmfu
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Cool so its like a big DS? How big is it exactly?
TechnoHobbit: Like a big 3DS. The system's top screen is 4.88 inches, while the lower screen is 4.18 inches. Both screens will be 90% larger than on the original 3DS.
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Dang! That's pretty cool.
TechnoHobbit: Yeah! The few people who have seen one say games look awesome on that screen and the 3D sweet-spot (were you can see the 3D) is bigger.
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Thats sounds awesome.
TechnoHobbit: You want to choose the last topic?
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Yah I was thinking we should end it with what kind of video game genre do you like most? RPG, Shooter, Racing? like what is your favorite kind of gameplay?
TechnoHobbit: Ok.
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: I prefer RPG the most (I know its a little weird since my favorite game is not really a role playing game although it kinda is) because I like playing as myself in video games.
TechnoHobbit: I have played one RPG: Super Paper Mario, it's fun. My favorite genres are: Action-Adventure, Platformer's, and Racing
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Yes those are fun and enjoyable. What is your favorite of those genres? Video game I mean.
TechnoHobbit: Hard question, my favorite genre has to be.... Action-Adventure, and my favorite video game in that genre is (so far) The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Oh I cant wait to buy that. I have been meaning to, but I am just so busy.
TechnoHobbit: Cool, I think some places are saleing it for $30. Oh, and if you don't have one you also have to buy a Wii MotionPlus expansion, or a Wii Remote Plus
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: OK. Oh yeah (just to let you know) my favorite RPG is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. it is pretty fun.
TechnoHobbit: I have heard that game is good (and is getting some nice DLC). I have to go now so, bye (and thanks for chatting)!!!!
DJ Fluffy Kitty Cat: Alright can't wait for the next chat. See Yah.
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Pikmin 3 Gameplay Video's (the Graphics Look Gorgeous)
Not only does Pikmin 3 look fun, but it's graphics look gorgeous too, and to think that some people say this game looks like a up-scaled Wii game. Dude, if this game looks like a up-scaled Wii game, than I can't wait to see how Pikmin 4 looks like....
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Rumor: PS3 Super Slim Coming Out Soon?
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Lately there have been some rumors flying around saying that a PS3 Super Slim is going to come out during the 2012 holiday season, sometime in November. I didn't believe it until the following pictures leaked:
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As you can see it's a lot more slim than the PS3 Slim, and it has the model number CECH-4000 (the first PS3 had the model number CECH-L00, and the PS3 Slim had the model number CECH-3000).
Speculation time: I think they are going to release the PS3 super slim in November at the price of $200 with a 80 GB hard drive in an attempt to combat the Wii U when it also releases this holiday season. Then they will lower the price to $150 when Microsoft releases the Xbox 720 in 2013. Then, contrary to popular belief, Sony will wait to release the PS4 until 2014 instead of at the same time the Xbox 720 is released. Please remember this is just speculation.
Friday, July 13, 2012
Nintendo Won't be Making an FPS, Apparently (According to the Media) That Means Nintendo is Stuck in the Past
Earlier this week Satoru Iwata (president of Nintendo) said: "You shouldn't be expecting Call of Duty-like games to be offered from Nintendo. For that type of game my belief is that, if there are companies out there who can do this very well, then instead of us try to do it this, or to compete with them, it would be better to have them do it on our platforms, so to invite them and to support them to offer this kind of entertainment on our platform"
(Source: Independent).
That sounds like a good idea to me, but apparently not making an FPS, according to some of the media, means Nintendo is stuck in the past and doesn't make Hardcore games: "So if there's anything truly 'hardcore' (meaning: not including Mario or the likes) on the Wii U, it will have to come from third parties" (Source: Fragland) and "This Examiner doesn't blame Nintendo to sticking with what they know. For Nintendo, Mario and Zelda has been their bread and butter and why they may push innovation in one department, they're franchises are stuck in the past. It doesn't make them bad games, it means that if you've played on [sic] Mario or Zelda game, you've played them all"(Source: Examiner) .
How can sticking to your morals and choosing not to compete in a genre that's filled with highly popular games like of Call of Duty, Halo, Battlefield, and Tom Clancy, in (in my opinion) a genre that's not very innovative make Nintendo stuck in the past and not hardcore? Dude, Nintendo is the one least in the past: they are making a new high-tech console, while Microsoft and Sony are still insisting that 6-7 year old tech is still high-tech, not to mention that Zelda: Skyward Sword uses high-tech motion controls.
Though I agree that the first Zelda and Zelda: Skyward Sword are the almost exactly the same (same with Mario). . . . okay, that was me being sarcastic--I don't really agree with that. Just play Super Mario Sunshine and Super Mario Galaxy, or any other Mario games, and you will see that they are not almost the same (same with Zelda).
That sounds like a good idea to me, but apparently not making an FPS, according to some of the media, means Nintendo is stuck in the past and doesn't make Hardcore games: "So if there's anything truly 'hardcore' (meaning: not including Mario or the likes) on the Wii U, it will have to come from third parties" (Source: Fragland) and "This Examiner doesn't blame Nintendo to sticking with what they know. For Nintendo, Mario and Zelda has been their bread and butter and why they may push innovation in one department, they're franchises are stuck in the past. It doesn't make them bad games, it means that if you've played on [sic] Mario or Zelda game, you've played them all"(Source: Examiner) .
How can sticking to your morals and choosing not to compete in a genre that's filled with highly popular games like of Call of Duty, Halo, Battlefield, and Tom Clancy, in (in my opinion) a genre that's not very innovative make Nintendo stuck in the past and not hardcore? Dude, Nintendo is the one least in the past: they are making a new high-tech console, while Microsoft and Sony are still insisting that 6-7 year old tech is still high-tech, not to mention that Zelda: Skyward Sword uses high-tech motion controls.
Though I agree that the first Zelda and Zelda: Skyward Sword are the almost exactly the same (same with Mario). . . . okay, that was me being sarcastic--I don't really agree with that. Just play Super Mario Sunshine and Super Mario Galaxy, or any other Mario games, and you will see that they are not almost the same (same with Zelda).
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Project Sora is Dead :(
Today on Project Sora's website they had this:
This company was dissolved on June 30th 2012.
We thank you truly for your patronage.
This home page will close on July 31st 2012.
We thank you truly for your patronage.
This home page will close on July 31st 2012.
Project Sora
Good bye Project Sora, we will miss you :(
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