Welcome back to LouCyo’s reviews! In my last entry I summarized the how the PlayStation 4 clobbered the Xbox One. No matter how you look at it, the PS4 won battle and there’s no question about it. I believe Xbox is at the bottom of the food chain and will need an act (or several) of whatever devine entities out there to survive once all available consoles and games become available for purchase. With that said, I can’t forget to review Nintendo’s E3 live stream – which HOLY FUCK it was SOO GOOD!
First up, Pokemon X and Pokemon Y – Cannot. Fucking. WAIT! AHHH! Admitting to a hiatus of playing pokémon, I’ve always been a Pokemon fan. Heck. Not to long ago I dressed up as Pikachu to an themed event (which I might add I looked adorable). Nintendo’s presentation of Pokémon X/Y showed exceptionally enhanced graphics in comparison to the ones we are accustomed to on handheld devices. Pokémon battles have been blessed with more animation and smoother illustration. Nintento also uncovered the enigma revolving around Sylveon’s Type. You ready for this? Sylveon is a Fairy Type pokémon! Yes. You read right. It’s time to brush up on your pokémon knowledge and battle strategies. It was also revealed that Fairy is Super Effective against Dragon. Though I am not too ecstatic about it, I’m relieved Sylveon is not any of the types I mentioned on one of my posts earlier this year titled Who’s that Pokémon?! It’s… … Sylveon…? – especially flying. I would’ve punch a couple of concrete walls… Nonetheless, an addition that was much anticipated by many since a new Type hasn’t been introduce to the world of pokémon for quite some time now. New pokémon, new storyline, new world… I cant wait to throw them pokéballs!
Can we take a second to discuss Super Mario 3D World?! The best way to describe the level of elation I felt when Super Mario 3DW was announced is to compare it to 10 serious heart attacks combined because of the legendary essence the game embodies. Super Mario 3DW took me back to my SNES games when I played the CLASSIC Mario Bros. 2 (which if you’ve never played it, find any means necessary to do so… Even if it means your giving away your unborn child)! In Super Mario 3DW you’re be able to select 4 iconic characters. Apart from the obvious choice of Mario, you get to play as Luigi, Princess Peach, and Toad. Once you do, you’ll run through a 3D landscape stomping on enemies, climbing walls, and collecting coins. Moreover, Super Mario 3DW will offer is a Counter Operative mode which gives the game a nice twist. Nonetheless, encompassing much of all the Mario-esque fun we love. Super Mario 3DW will introduce “new power suits” to the Mario Bros. universe and one of these was the Cat Suit – this new suit will let the characters pounce on enemies; scratch foes in the face; and climb up walls. I can only imagine what other wacky outfits Nintendo has in store.
Let’s move on to some good ol’ Mario Kart! Wii U will let you enjoy the madness of Mario Kart 8. The word madness doesn’t even encircle the wonderful chaos of this game. You’re hovering over walls; gliding through the air; driving through water tunnels… For goodness’ sake the absence of gravity is implemented in the game – insane! And I love every single second of it. The courses look beautiful and I can’t wait to see the character selection and Power Ups.
Yes. The above picture is exactly what you’re imagining. Nintendo officially announced that a new Super Smash Bros will be available on 2014 featuring 3 new brawlers: Villager (Animal Crossing), Mega Man, and Wii Fit Trainer girl! Not much was revealed but we can all anticipated the epicness of this game. I can’t wait to see the whole brawling crew, the new challenger modes, special power moves… I’ll stop because I’m hyperventilating…
Above were the games that I believe will be the future highlights of the Wii U in the next upcoming months. Nintendo presented several other games during their presentation, but I wasn’t really quite enticed. For example, Wii Party U. It’s basically Mario Party but with Miis. You’re on a board; roll dice; move around the board; and play mini games after. I prefer Mario Parties – they just look more fun and aesthetically pleasing. Then the Wii Fit… I go to the gym. So yeah… Moving on. Nintendo did brought up third party games available for the Wii U. However, the majority of the games looked like games you can download to mobile devices. If not, the games are already going to be available on other consoles – no sense of excitement or exclusivity.
Nonetheless, Nintendo always does a great job in keeping a strong fan base even when finding itself not being the most popular or having the highest selling numbers during this console war. I was wondering why this is and decided to discuss it with one of my best friends in the whole wide world who is a gamer himself. I believe my friend explained it beautifully. Here’s a snippet of our conversation:
Me: “Would you agree that Nintendo’s ability to stay relevant even when other consoles top the charts is because they overall present more likable characters than other systems? I’m trying to decipher how Nintendo always seems to stay afloat in the midst of console wars. Like the fucking neutral party in world wars.”
Best friend: “I think it’s due to the fan loyalty it builds. It might not be the best at attracting new fans, but those who try it tend to at least buy their consoles due to the unique experiences they offer. With other consoles you feel like a consumer. You are objectively deciding whether to buy their consoles based on the merits of their machines and their exclusives. But with [N]intendo it’s more like you’re choosing to join in the goofy fun of an oddball company.”
Where there you have it! Are you excited for the Wii U now? I know I am! Let me know what you think. See you around!
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