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20110727
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20210115
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Sorry guys, I did all I could to support the browser for as long as humanly possible, but with our webhost's current encoding it's now no longer possible to keep the browser supported at a usable level. In memory of our over 7 years of supporting the browser I am writing this global message on my Wii U browser. This may well be my final post using the browser as it is a nightmare to navigate our site with and most features no longer work with the app. Who here has used their Wii U browsers to browse our website and post messages? When did you stop using the Wii U browser on our website? As always,...

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20160320
3DS Retail Reviews Hub
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20110502
Preview: 3DS Hardware (3DS Retail)
SneakerComments: 6Views: 2488
Tomorrow is the release of the Nintendo 3DS in Europe, Nintendo's newest handheld. We have it, so let's take a look at what's inside the box and what our first impressions are.

Unboxing
When opening the box, you are greeted by a lot of paperwork. There is a pin booklet with a code that can be entered on the Nintendo site. This will give you stars that can be used to buy special products like ringtones and wallpapers for a mobile phone but also Nintendo Points, games, statues and lots of other Nintendo goodies.

The other paperwork consists off a quick guide, a manual,...
20110625
Preview: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D (3DS Retail)
silksofswedenComments: 25Views: 5653
this is probally the most expected preview ever. im going to review loz: ocarina of time. now before i do that im gonna give you my first experience i had. back in the old days when it first arrived in n64 i was happy to see a new zelda game. it had the greatest storyline and graphic i ever could imagine. it quickly became my absolute favourite zelda game of them all. now there is many versions the game. so when it came out on 3ds i test played it and here is my preview!

1: storyline
well the storyline is the same but i can tell you right now 3ds made the storyline so awesome(not...
20120821
Review: 3DS XL Hardware (3DS Retail)
SkywardLComments: 7Views: 2369
No pictures since the system is more structurally impressive when it's in the palm of your hands. Trust me.

Japan release: July 28, 2012 (no charger and cradle)
Europe release: July 28, 2012 (no charger and cradle)
North America release: August 19, 2012 (no cradle)
Australia release: August 23, 2012 (no cradle)

I already knew that the Nintendo 3DS XL would have 90% bigger screens compare to the original 3DS. However, when viewing the actual 3DS XL screens with my own eyes, it was still a surprise to me. While the system is charging, an important...
20160524
Review: Bravely Second: End Layer (3DS Retail)
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A Brave Adventure!

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Developed by Square Enix and published by Nintendo, Bravely Second: End Layer is a massive JRPG for the 3DS and has had quite a bit of controversy regarding the censorship of the game in the west, but have these changes...
20171018
Review: Culdcept Revolt (3DS Retail)
TowaHerschel7Comments: 14Views: 2020

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Revolutionary Party!

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Developed by Omiya Soft and published by Nis America, Culdcept Revolt is a party game that fuses together gameplay elements from trading card games, board games, and other forms of entertainment. The game is actually very similar to Fortune Street which was released on the Wii and became somewhat of a cult hit in the West. So does Culdcept Revolt...
20171101
Review: Etrian Odyssey 2 Untold: The Fafnir Knight (3DS Retail)
ryoutakComments: 14Views: 1712

When strolling through your local woods is not enough

Game: Etrian Odyssey 2 Untold: The Fafnir Knight
System: Nintendo 3DS
Release Date:
27th November 2014 (Japan)
4th August 2015 (US)

What is it about?
Much similar to its...
20171205
Review: Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond the Myth (3DS Retail)
ryoutakComments: 13Views: 1547

I finally have the right to BEAR arms! Challenge accepted, Mrs. Bearnstein!

Game: Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond the Myth
System: Nintendo 3DS
Genre: RPG (First Person Dungeon Crawler)
Version Tested: Nintendo 3DS
Release Date:
4th August 2016 (Japan)
17th October 2017 (US)
20130212
Review: Fire Emblem Awakening (3DS Retail)
SkywardLComments: 17Views: 4162

© 2012, 2013 Nintendo / INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS

Available now exclusively for Nintendo 3DS in stores (good luck!) and digitally on the Nintendo eShop

Digital File Size: 8,577 blocks

Nintendo Network: Spotpass, Streetpass, Downloadable Content

Genre: tactical RPG, turn based

Starting up Fire Emblem Awakening for the first time immediately reveals that the production value for the game is incredibly high. The simultaneous wonderment from both the top screen, sharp...
20171226
Review: Fire Emblem Warriors (New Nintendo 3DS Retail)
ryoutakComments: 12Views: 2005

I’m your… Uh… It doesn’t matter who I am! My origin story’s kind of a mess.

Game: Fire Emblem Warriors
System: Nintendo Switch/ New Nintendo 3DS
Genre: Hack and Slash (3D RPG)
Version Tested: New Nintendo 3DS
Release Date:
Japan: 28th September 2017
US: 20th October 2017
20121121
Review: Harvest Moon: A New Beginning (3DS Retail)
KomicturtleComments: 5Views: 5401

A path to the right direction for the series

Harvest Moon has been on Nintendo’s consoles since the SNES days. Back then, it introduced a new and fresh genre that had set itself apart from the mainstream games. Although it came far later in the SNES’ life, it was well received and provided hours and hours of fun. Over 15 years, Harvest Moon has always stayed true to it’s formula and hasn’t changed much at all. The series even branched out two new series, Innocent...
20131201
Review: Mario And Luigi ~ Dream Team (3DS Retail)
TowaHerschel7Comments: 16Views: 2755
Dreamy Adventure!

Gameplay And Story:

The Mario And Luigi games have always been known for their zany stories and excellent gameplay and Dream Team is no different! First of all Luigi has incredible powers due to the game's world literally being a part of his dreams allowing him to multiply, grow...
20120218
Review: Mario Kart 7 (3DS Retail)
SkywardLComments: 14Views: 4073

C) 2011 Nintendo

Developer: Nintendo EAD
Co - Developer: Retro Studios
Publisher: Nintendo
website: http://mariokart7.nintendo.com/

NA Release: December 4, 2011
EU Release: December 2, 2011

Players: 1 - 4 (download play), 8 online
Recommended Price Tag: $31,99
Genre: Racing, Action

Alright time...
20150916
Review: Pokemon Alpha Sapphire (3DS Retail)
TowaHerschel7Comments: 16Views: 2062
Too Much Fun With Water!

Developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo and The Pokemon Company, Pokemon: Alpha Sapphire is a remake of the third generation Pokemon title, Pokemon Sapphire and it's thoroughly enjoyable from beginning to end!

The story is mostly the same as the original Pokemon Sapphire game, at least up to a certain point and the gameplay formula has been changed to be more like Pokemon X & Y. Pokemon...
20120228
Review: Resident Evil ~ Revelations (3DS Retail)
SkywardLComments: 15Views: 3135
Resident Evil: Revelations

(C) 2012 Capcom Co., LTD

Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom

NA Release: February 7, 2012
EU Release: January 24, 2012

Players: 1 - 2 (download play, online)
Recommended Price Tag: $34,99
Genre: Action, Adventure

Don't tell me that was the tugboat.

Yes it was but don’t get upset Jill Valentine because...
20171014
Review: RPG Maker ~ FES (3DS Retail)
TowaHerschel7Comments: 24Views: 2684

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A lightweight but intuitive game making engine for all to enjoy!

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Created by Kadokawa / Jupiter and published by Nis America, RPG Maker: FES is a lightweight and very flexible game creation engine that's is fun to tinker around with, but how does it compare to its PC counterpart? Continue reading our review to find out the answer to that question and many more!
20120824
Review: Star Fox 64 3D (3DS Retail)
SkywardLComments: 13Views: 3703

©1997 – 2011 Nintendo
3DS retail review base on the 3DS XL experience

Developer: Nintendo EAD
Co-Developer: Q-Games
Publisher: Nintendo

NA Release: September 9, 2011
EU Release: September 9, 2011
JP Release: July 14, 2011
AUS Release: September 15, 2011

# of players: 1, download play up to 4
Genre: Rail Shooter

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20120816
Review: Super Mario 3D Land (3DS Retail)
OrionJZedComments: 25Views: 4894

Mario’s first 3DS entry is a must-have for every 3DS owner!

Platform: Nintendo 3DS
Developer: Nintendo EAD
Publisher: Nintendo
Age Ratings: E - Everyone (ESRB); 3 (PEGI); A (CERO); G (OFLC)

The Super Mario series has constantly set the benchmark for innovation in the games industry, from the side-scrolling, colourful fun of Super Mario...
20141112
Review: Super Smash Bros. For 3DS (3DS Retail)
Super Smash Bros. For 3DS review (3DS)
GamergyComments: 26Views: 3786
Smashing!

It’s finally here, performing for— oh wait, wrong game. Still, Super Smash Bros is one of the biggest releases of the year, and while we’re still waiting for the Wii U version, the 3DS version will hold us over. The question is, “Should I get Smash Bros. for 3DS even though the Wii U version will be superior?” Well, I would say yes, but with a few disclaimers.

If you’re...
20120724
Review: Tales of The Abyss (3DS Retail)
TowaHerschel7Comments: 16Views: 5695
A Battle To Save The World or A Battle To Survive Boredom?

(Nintendo 3DS)

(C) 2005, Namco Bandai

Developer: Namco Tales Studios.
Publisher: Namco Bandai

NA release: February 14, 2012
EU release: November 25, 2011
JP release: June 30, 2011
AU release: November 24, 2011

# of Players: 1 Player
MSRP: $39.99
Genre: Action JRPG
20140104
Review: The Legend of Zelda ~ A Link Between Worlds (3DS Retail)
The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds review (3DS)
GamergyComments: 43Views: 7407
A Link to Greatness

Shortly after the release of the 3DS, Zelda fans have asked for a remake of the SNES classic The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the past. Nintendo listened, but decided to go a step further and make a sequel titled The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds. The game finally came out a short time ago, and like any Zelda game, Nintendo does not disappoint.

First off, you do not need to have played A...