PaletteSwappedNinja posted:

For those who don't know, Fantasy Zone 2 DX is a reimagined version of the SMS game that M2 developed for System-16 arcade hardware in 2008.

elf help book posted:

The original Fantasy Zone was an arcade game that was ported to the Master System (and other systems). The sequel was made for just home systems and then ported to older arcade hardware. As a bonus for a PS2 release with many different Fantasy Zone games, M2 made a theoretical arcade version of the game, to see what it could have been on the better hardware of the time.

PaletteSwappedNinja posted:

Sorry, I should have been more clear.

The original Fantasy Zone 2 was released for Sega Master System in 1987; unlike the original game, which started in arcades and moved to SMS, FZ2 was developed primarily for consoles and didn't really have an authentic arcade counterpart.

In 2008, Sega/M2 released a Fantasy Zone compilation for PS2 and as a bonus, they included a new "deluxe" version of Fantasy Zone 2 that had been reimagined for circa-1987 arcade hardware. It's not a stylistic homage like Shovel Knight or whatever, it literally runs on System-16 arcade hardware (with extra RAM, they cheated a little bit) and can be burned to a ROM, and the version included on that PS2 compilation is running under emulation.

Now, they've remade FZ2DX for 3DS, and this'll be the first official release outside Japan. This version is a port rather than an emulation, so they were able to make lots of tweaks and changes that weren't possible for the other 3D Classics releases because they're not bound by old emulator/hardware restrictions or unfamiliarity with the programming or whatever.

Rexroom posted:

Depends. The DSN-12 is an analog synthesizer with all the fancy knobs and buttons to tweak. M01D is a workstation. They're both music tools where you have to learn the trade yourself, but if I had to pick, the M01D would probably be the easiest of the two for beginners.

Katana Gomai posted:

it really isn't

Ohvee posted:

The description when you click on the Moon Chronicles picture shows a few episodes. I only have episode one so I thought that maybe I'd be able to redeem the key to get the rest of the episodes. Unfortunately that doesn't seem to work.

irlZaphod posted:

NA eShop usually updates at noon Eastern.

Austrian mook posted:

The 3DS Luigis Mansion was really good

Austrian mook posted:

Thats sick. The fact that more games dont offer local online multiplayer with multiple players is a crying shame.

PaletteSwappedNinja posted:

High-contrast art styles like Boxboys don't play nice with stereo 3D.

Looper posted:

Does it have multiplayer? I got really into terraria a couple of years ago playing with my roommates

Terraria Forums posted:

Terraria 3DS launch FAQ

What content is included?
Terraria 3DS includes all the content from 1.2 with the exception of Dyes which are excluded on technical grounds*. To make up for that, we’ve added Minecarts, Fishing and a few 1.3 UI options like the ability to quick stack to a chest. The 3DS version also features a completely overhauled interface, making full use of the two screens. You can cycle the bottom screen between an intuitive touch to build interface; a world map; or as a quick-select inventory bar. It’s the most intuitive Terraria has ever been on console, and we’ve included a few surprises for the Nintendo fanbase.

Will there be variable world sizes?
At launch, there is a single world size of 1750x900. You can save up to three Worlds and three Characters per console. This is as large as the original 3DS can handle. We are investigating the possibility of introducing larger worlds as a New 3DS-exclusive feature in future, but for launch we felt it was important to start everyone off on a level playing field.

Any other technical stuff I should be aware of?
This game plays in 2D ONLY. This is for a couple of reasons: the way the graphics layers work on 3DS was not conducive to a really exciting 3D effect; and the technical overheard required to run the game in 3D would have meant compromises in terms of world size and other gameplay-damaging areas. The game runs on ALL models of 3DS (original, XL and New) and also 2DS. The framerate on original 3DS is 30fps, whereas the New gets a boost to 60FPS.

Any other New 3DS benefits?
For launch, we wanted a single version that could be enjoyed by all players. There are different control possibilities for New, but nothing that will unbalance a multiplayer game with people on an Original or 2DS.

How does multiplayer work?
Multiplayer is 1-4 players via Local Play. Each player needs to have their own copy of the game.

Will there be a demo on the eShop?
There are no plans currently to offer a demo. I encourage people to seek out the opinions of their peers – there are a handful of people on the Forum playing this already.

Will the 3DS version be updated post launch?
We are planning to support both Nintendo versions post-launch, as we have done with the console versions. Update 1 is already specced out and scheduled, and we’ll be listening for community feedback from the moment the game goes live.

Will there be cross play between the Wii U and 3DS versions?
This is not possible owing to the smaller world size on 3DS.

When will the physical/retail version launch? Wii U?
Both of these are still planned for an Early 2016 launch.

How much free space do I need to install this game?
The game itself is around 80MB, which @Spectra tells me is 640 blocks. The save game and any subsequent content updates will be saved to the SD card.

I have a technical issue or feedback – where can I provide this?
You can always leave a post on TCF, and/or we would encourage you to utilize our new Customer Service Portal: http://support.505games.com/support/home

We will be gathering any additional bugs from our ongoing play/testing as well as your experience and rolling fixes into that first Update.

*We use pixel shaders to implement dyes on the other platforms, but 3DS does not have this capability.

Fix posted:

Fast Racing Neo is pretty cool.

Rexroom posted:

Fast Racing Neo is getting an update in January that includes a mini map during races, "online tags" and some other stuff. Also, the game will be released in Japan next week.

Fritzler posted:

Should I buy shovel knight on wii u or 3ds? Anyone have strong opinions?

PaletteSwappedNinja posted:

NOA put some more games on sale but didn't list them because they're bad: http://www.nintendo.com/eshop/offers

Race The Sun (Wii U eShop)
Sin & Punishment (Wii U VC)

Starfox 3D (3DS)
Gunman Clive 2 (3DS eShop)

In Training posted:

PS4 uses the same storage whether or not you buy physical or digital. When you put the disc in it installs everything to your hard drive anyway.

enojy posted:

Just a heads up, Mega Man Legacy Collection is only $14.99 on the eShop. Seems like MSRP for the physical version is $30 ($50 for collector's edition.)

alf_pogs posted:

whats the general opinion on super mario 3D land on 3DS? i loved 3D world a lot

enojy posted:

There's a demo of Pocket Card Jockey up. This game is gonna rule. Why you should agree: it's the horse from Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan in his own game where you play a bastardized version of Solitaire to hype him up and win races and LEVEL UP. In the demo, you gently caress up the giddy ups and piss your horse off. You get bucked off, run over by half a dozen other horses, and die.

ImpAtom posted:

greatn posted:

Badge arcade doesn't work for me anymore, it claims my memory is full even though I got a poo poo ton of space.

JesustheDarkLord posted:

Why do you not own Luigi's Mansion? It was a good title back when there were like 5 games.

Minidust posted:

Does anyone know the exact contents of the soundtrack download you get with the physical version of Mega Man Legacy Collection? Like is it a slapdash MP3 sampler, or some expansive FLAC chronicle of each game... I'm assuming it's closer to the former but I'd like to be sure of what I'm missing out on before I go for the digital version of the game.

codenameFANGIO posted:

No Kirby game will take you more than five hours to beat and they're all pretty entertaining, I think you will enjoy yourself.

irlZaphod posted:

Axiom Verge | NA | PAL | $19.99 / £14.99 / €17.99 (eShop Only)

Neddy Seagoon posted:

As the AU release date for the Multiverse Edition is currently December 31st, I'd say it's digital now with a physical release TBD.

deadly_pudding posted:

I'm pretty curious about Stern Pinball Arcade. I will probably buy every pinball game that hits Switch. I know Pinball FX is coming soonish, too.

deadly_pudding posted:

oh dang, I didn't realize it was already up. I thought they were still figuring out the vertical mode. I hope we hear about Pinball Arcade, too. Pinball is perfect on Switch.

Canned Panda posted:

Unless you take into account handheld mode while playing Son of Zeus. Talk about killer slowdown...

It plays okay in vertical mode, just get some SNES levels of slowdown in certain situations in "regular" handheld mode.