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Zeep
03-04-2006, 04:56 AM
In the month following March 20th, activity on Nintendo WiFi is going to double. I mean double. They're nearly at one million connections, and I predict another million within four weeks.

Why?

Metroid Prime Hunters.
Tetris DS.
Lost Magic (http://nintendonow.e-mpire.com/index.php?categoryid=4&m_articles_articleid=3502).

All releasing on the exact same day. And these aren't just three games, these are three Triple-A games. In fact, they're more than that: You've got Metroid, a fast-paced shooter, Tetris, a classic-made-modern puzzle game, and Lost Magic, an online RPG. There is, quite literally, something for everyone. I would almost go as far to say that within a few months nearly every DS owner will own at least one of these games.
henryhund
03-04-2006, 05:00 AM
I think that is a good prediction, but we will have to wait until we see the quality of the wifi connection setup in each of the games. From the way they describe Metroid, it seems like it will be awesome. But if connections drop often or there are other problems... well who knows.
Bombardier
03-04-2006, 05:06 AM
activity on Nintendo WiFi is going to double.

Why?

Tetris DS.

Are you telling me that Tetris DS is an online title?
Zeep
03-04-2006, 05:11 AM
It's been an online title since day 1.
Bombardier
03-04-2006, 05:12 AM
It's been an online title since day 1.
Giggity.
SuperLuigiBros
03-04-2006, 05:27 AM
^lol.

Whats this Lost Magic thing all about? What can you do online? Is it an MMO?
footchicken
03-04-2006, 05:29 AM
I currently own all of the DS wifi enabled titles, and with these promising titles it looks like I'm gonna continue buying all of the wifi enabled games.
They all look soo good!
Zeep
03-04-2006, 05:29 AM
no, actually, i was just reading more about it, it's basically just an offline RPG, but you can duel other wizards with WiFi.

I currently own all of the DS wifi enabled titles, and with these promising titles it looks like I'm gonna continue buying all of the wifi enabled games.
They all look soo good!

I have all of them... except THAS. I kinda want to buy it just so i can say i have the set but at the same time, i've never like skating games.
Markopolo356
03-04-2006, 05:29 AM
Metroid is a must get for me as of now. The online looks friggin insane. VoIP, stat tracking, multiple bounty hunters, multiple original game modes. Like henry said the only thing that could ruin this game is d/c issues. I'm a little shakey though on Lost Magic and Tetris though.
Zeep
03-04-2006, 05:31 AM
Metroid is a must get for me as of now. The online looks friggin insane. VoIP, stat tracking, multiple bounty hunters, multiple original game modes. Like henry said the only thing that could ruin this game is d/c issues. I'm a little shakey though on Lost Magic and Tetris though.
Remember: the game tracks each user's purposeful disconnects. and accidental disconnects are no more likely than on any other wifi game.
SuperLuigiBros
03-04-2006, 05:35 AM
Im more sure about getting Tetris DS than Metroid DS. I have no idea why. Probably because I havnt been able to get online with my DS since i got my new router
Markopolo356
03-04-2006, 05:35 AM
Remember: the game tracks each user's purposeful disconnects. and accidental disconnects are no more likely than on any other wifi game.

Then this will be 18 long and hard days for me.
Zeep
03-04-2006, 05:36 AM
Im more sure about getting Tetris DS than Metroid DS. I have no idea why. Probably because I havnt been able to get online with my DS since i got my new router
what brand?

also, what difference does a router make between Tetris and Hunters? they're both wifi games.
Mathx
03-04-2006, 05:36 AM
The DS saw a tremendous boost in sales in Japan when Nintendogs was realeased, they recently even had a shortage... I wonder what Metroid is going to do to the DS in the US and Europe?
Markopolo356
03-04-2006, 05:37 AM
Im more sure about getting Tetris DS than Metroid DS. I have no idea why. Probably because I havnt been able to get online with my DS since i got my new router

Well from what I remember Nintendo was going to release the wifi adaptor thing in stores with MP Hunters. Although it would be an extra 35 bucks, I've heard it works great.

The DS saw a tremendous boost in sales in Japan when Nintendogs was realeased, they recently even had a shortage... I wonder what Metroid is going to do to the DS in the US and Europe?

Metroid will definately sell well. It looks like a game that will please mainstream US gamers with the online while still satisfying hardcore gamers.
IEatFriedPikmin
03-04-2006, 06:02 AM
i dont think it is completely safe to call all of those triple A titles.

but yes, we will definitly see an increase.
DankHero
03-04-2006, 06:25 AM
oh im excited for Metroid Prime Hunters and March 20th my birthday. Fantastic
pac4life
03-04-2006, 04:41 PM
Im waiting for Metroid Prime H and Tetris. My mom will play that...(tetris)

Lost magic? Dunno. I dont like RPG's unless im doing something. But traditional RpG's are my least favorite genre...
ocarinamask
03-04-2006, 04:56 PM
The games are supposed to be released on the 20th, but where I live, the stores only get them in on like Wednesday. Those extra 2 days are going to kill me. I plan on getting both Tetris and Metroid. On that Monday I have the research project from hell due. Then I can enjoy these games. I don't think Nintendo will have a problem keeping the Wifi service up and running. I'm so pumped for these games.
Bsack
03-04-2006, 07:31 PM
I love RPG games, but this Lost Magic doesnt seem like it will be my kind of game. I dunno, but im not willing to fork out 35 bucks for it.