Zelda -The Phantom Hourglass announced for DS (Wind Waker Style)
10-01-07, 03:38 PM
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I was going to call Gamestop after work today and see if they have it. I've read a few reports of people having trouble finding it today. Circuit City & Best Buy claim that they'll have it early tomorrow afternoon for what it's worth.
10-01-07, 08:52 PM
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Originally Posted by UncleGramps
I was going to call Gamestop after work today and see if they have it. I've read a few reports of people having trouble finding it today. Circuit City & Best Buy claim that they'll have it early tomorrow afternoon for what it's worth.
I may try that fam video order, I did want it for my trip this weekend, but for saving $10, I can wait.
10-02-07, 08:36 AM
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Too many good games out to play...
10-02-07, 11:06 AM
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Well, when I called Gamestop last night, they said they'd be getting it today. I think I'll get it at Circuit City since they're including a Zelda-themed accessory set (pen stylus, headphones, and screen wipe).
10-03-07, 05:26 AM
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Don't forget to register your copy of the game with your My Nintendo account as soon as you get it for your free stylus.
10-03-07, 08:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Maquis
Where did you see this promotion? I did register my copy once I got it yesterday, but I didn't see that promo on Nintendo's site...
I also haven't seen any mention of it since then. I posted that a few days before launch and had assumed that it would show up by now. I'm sure it'll show up eventually. Just keep an eye on https://my.nintendo.com/consumer/opr_promos.jsp
If/when I hear something else, I'll be sure to update.
10-03-07, 08:08 AM
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I played for about 30 minutes last night (got to the first dungeon maybe?) before I stopped. Was only doing it to get through the opening while I waited on some on-call activities I got dragged into last night.
I have to admit I was almost stumped on the (first cave spoiler)
Doesn't bode well for me for the rest of the game
The stylus control isn't bad so far, but I really don't like the way you have to roll. I hope I get better at aiming it.
I have to admit I was almost stumped on the (first cave spoiler)
Spoiler:
Doesn't bode well for me for the rest of the game
The stylus control isn't bad so far, but I really don't like the way you have to roll. I hope I get better at aiming it.
10-03-07, 08:34 AM
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I got this last night with the CC bonus items. Worth it for the stylus pen alone.
Have played a little. The controls are pretty good, feels like a Zelda game but still keeps things fresh. I agree that the somersaulting is a big wonky.
The multiplayer "Battle Mode" isn't too bad either. Not a very deep or robust game, but good for a quick session. Suffers from the usual problems of people disconnecting when they are losing a fight.
Have played a little. The controls are pretty good, feels like a Zelda game but still keeps things fresh. I agree that the somersaulting is a big wonky.
The multiplayer "Battle Mode" isn't too bad either. Not a very deep or robust game, but good for a quick session. Suffers from the usual problems of people disconnecting when they are losing a fight.
10-03-07, 10:20 AM
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This morning I finished the first dungeon and returned to the starting island. Great game so far. As mentioned, the somersault move is often tough to pull off, but the other controls are great. Tracing the boomerang path is a lot of fun, and the map notes are a neat idea. The graphics are also really impressive for a DS game. Oh, and the art style for the opening cutscene is amazingly cute.
10-03-07, 10:22 AM
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The controls (other than the somersault) are the most awesome use of the touchscreen on the DS ever. And the game itself is great. I'm stuck on
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10-03-07, 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by GatorDeb
The controls (other than the somersault) are the most awesome use of the touchscreen on the DS ever. And the game itself is great. I'm stuck on
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Easily some of the most inventive usage of the touchscreen and microphone I've ever seen on a DS game. Be prepared to get crazy looks from anyone around you when you purchase the crane.
10-03-07, 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by Groucho
I got this last night with the CC bonus items. Worth it for the stylus pen alone.
10-03-07, 10:51 AM
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This game ius awesome. I finished the first Dungeon, and got through the second part of the cave with the killer floors. The controls are so tight, aside from the aforementioned somersaulting.
10-03-07, 11:41 AM
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Originally Posted by slop101
How so? Any pics? What other bonus items? I've vowed to never step inside a Circuit City, so I wonder if it's worth breaking that vow...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/errorik...7602235458324/
I got the set at CC, but I'm considering putting it up on eBay since I don't think I'd ever use the pen stylus or the headphones.
10-03-07, 11:44 AM
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Im glad Im not the only one who has some issues with somersaulting... And this is one hard game to play on the subway, and hearing I have to use the microphone isnt going to make it better. But Im loving the game so far.
10-03-07, 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by slop101
How so? Any pics? What other bonus items? I've vowed to never step inside a Circuit City, so I wonder if it's worth breaking that vow...
Here's what the packaging looks like:
CC counts the game as $27.94 and the bonus item as $7.50 on the receipt (for a total of $34.99).
10-03-07, 12:11 PM
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Originally Posted by slop101
Oh, so can you buy the bonus stuff separately?
10-03-07, 12:26 PM
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It looks like I'll be getting it a Circuit City, I love shopping there ever since they pissed off the entire internet. Plus, since the game is $35 everywhere (no deals).. I might as well get something for free, it'll be a good birthday gift or stocking stuffer for one of my friends.
10-03-07, 12:39 PM
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Originally Posted by PixyJunket
It looks like I'll be getting it a Circuit City, I love shopping there ever since they pissed off the entire internet. Plus, since the game is $35 everywhere (no deals).. I might as well get something for free, it'll be a good birthday gift or stocking stuffer for one of my friends.
It's amazing how much you hate the internet.
10-03-07, 12:56 PM
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Originally Posted by PixyJunket
Plus, since the game is $35 everywhere (no deals)...