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Post by amxfiles on Apr 20, 2008 22:21:28 GMT -5
I figured that's what they'd give it, on their Nintendo podcast, they kept saying how the superb online mode saved it, if it weren't for that, it would have never had broken the 8s.
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Post by Jax on Apr 21, 2008 1:02:42 GMT -5
i have it reserved for its release this thursday in australia.
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Post by DZ: WF Legacy on Apr 21, 2008 2:28:12 GMT -5
I'm surprised Nintendo had the balls to let people use their own Mii names online.
The video review was really good. All the faults I expected from day one are sadly true but just as much are the things that make Mario Kart great. I'll be getting it for my birthday so that's gonna be a ton of fun with 4-player.
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Post by BigT on Apr 22, 2008 3:02:49 GMT -5
i have it reserved for its release this thursday in australia. Same here, and with the public holiday Friday, it means an automatic 3 day weekend to play it!
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Post by SystemofaDan on Apr 22, 2008 15:51:04 GMT -5
Just beat the 50cc Mode
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Post by Wantallfigures™ on Apr 22, 2008 21:13:57 GMT -5
just picked mine up from work. Fun game.
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Post by Graze on Apr 22, 2008 21:33:09 GMT -5
I'll be going Sunday to pick this up. I'll need something to keep me busy for 24 hours until GTA
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Post by Hollywood Asia on Apr 23, 2008 10:36:52 GMT -5
Can't wait!
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Post by DZ: WF Legacy on Apr 26, 2008 4:25:03 GMT -5
Got my early rental copy.
So far it's alright. I'm sure it'll grow on me. Online is just as awesome as they say it is: no lag whatsoever. People seem to love Luigi Circuit over and over again for some reason. It's cool that there's a point system in place. It tells you beforehand how many people will probably be in the next race (it's just a string of VS matches not GP).
I don't have the Wii Wheel so I can't tell you how that is. Wavebird for me.
They remodeled the GBA, DS, and SNES courses in a way that retains the retro feel but makes it more presentable. Very cool stuff. So far my favorite new course is the Coconut Mall. Haven't played anything after what was available at the start.
Nintendo definitely screwed up a few things, sadly. They took the hop out for some ungodly reason. I can't do the power slide boost for the life of me (I think you can still do it with the R trigger?). And unavoidable items are unbalanced/too common - blue shell and lightning bolt city. One thing I loved about Super Mario Kart was that when you got hit you were out for awhile. With this one and the recent Karts it's like I can slip on a thousand banana peels and still get 1st place with ease.
But it's pretty fun. Definitely will be a blast with friends (No 2-player GP was a huge mistake though) and as I said online was executed surprisingly well. I forgot to mention that unlike the DS Wi-Fi you can now hold your items behind you just like single player. And all the courses are playable. Time Trials is supposedly the main appeal with this game aside from the wi-fi play. Downloadable ghost data is an excellent way to fine tune your skills.
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Post by Jax on Apr 26, 2008 8:19:41 GMT -5
I got it and i love it, i got the Wii wheel and i cant imagine playing it with another control, mind you i dont use the wii wheel, i just use the WiiMote sideways as is, i prefer it as i have smaller hands. The Wii wheel doesnt feel too bad, but theres no grip at all and doesnt really help you with where you should put your hands.
Gameplay is great, you choose between Manual and Automatic Karts, only downside is you cannot do the drift boost with an Automatic. --- ^^^thats probably why you cant do it XZEROX.--- The tricks are simple, just flick the remote in any direction to do one. The tracks are done nicely and feel great, my favourite is probably "Koopa Cape" which is a new track to my knowledge. Half the track is a massive waterslide and pipe so the water gives you continuous boost. Another great thing is in some levels there is a half pipe type thing with a boost pad which you have to drive up and do a trick to avoid an obstacle that will slow you down(Sand, Snow). Im really enjoying this game and it think if you own a Wii and have enjoyed any other Mario kart pick this game up.
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Post by Hollywood Asia on Apr 26, 2008 10:47:30 GMT -5
Can't wait for tonight!
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Post by Hollywood Asia on Apr 26, 2008 14:22:29 GMT -5
Got this game way earlier at a video game store by my house that gets games early, it ing ruled. Peaches Ninja Motorcycle rules.
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Post by Blair on Apr 27, 2008 12:59:47 GMT -5
Got it this morning, haven't had a chance to play it though...
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Post by Kody on Apr 27, 2008 13:55:47 GMT -5
Just got back from the store with it. I have yet to play it, obviously. I should give it a go within the hour, and once I get the feel for it, I'll post my thoughts/friend code.
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Post by Graze on Apr 27, 2008 14:48:43 GMT -5
I'm not a fan of the wheel, it's ok for the first few races. Friend code is below
1203-9618-9930
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Post by Hollywood Asia on Apr 27, 2008 14:57:55 GMT -5
I hate the Wheel, im fine with the Game Cube or even Classic.
I thought i would hate Motorcycles in this game but i love them alot, maybe its because i love motorcycles in real life.
I HATE WHEN IM ABOUT TO WIN AND GET HIT WITH A BLUE SHELL RIGHT AT THE END.
so annoying.
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Post by Kody on Apr 27, 2008 15:03:09 GMT -5
So I just played it for almost an hour, and I gotta say I'm surprisingly impressed with the wheel. A lot easier to use than I thought. The game is great. I figured I'd like it, I mean I love all the other Mario Kart games, DS being my favorite. I really like the online play, too. I only played two online games so far, though. Most of the courses I like, except for Wario's Mines. ing annoying course. Anyway, the game is good. I enjoy it a lot, but one thing I did notice, is there are WAY too many blue shells. Now, I didn't get much time to look at extra fetures, or anything. I'll go back and play later today. And, I think this is my friend code. It's the code it shows under my Mii when I go to my friends list: 3007-8481-8052
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Post by Hollywood Asia on Apr 27, 2008 15:11:45 GMT -5
So I just played it for almost an hour, and I gotta say I'm surprisingly impressed with the wheel. A lot easier to use than I thought. The game is great. I figured I'd like it, I mean I love all the other Mario Kart games, DS being my favorite. I really like the online play, too. I only played two online games so far, though. Most of the courses I like, except for Wario's Mines. ing annoying course. Anyway, the game is good. I enjoy it a lot, but one thing I did notice, is there are WAY too many blue shells. Now, I didn't get much time to look at extra fetures, or anything. I'll go back and play later today. And, I think this is my friend code. It's the code it shows under my Mii when I go to my friends list: 3007-8481-8052 I agree, the ratio of the blue shells is ridiculous but i guess with 12 Racers now the odds will be in their favor. I also agree on the game overall, fun stuff and easy to get into.
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Post by Hollywood Asia on Apr 27, 2008 15:22:31 GMT -5
oh yeah, and if anybody has codes im gonna collect them all and edit them here for future Tourneys and Exhibition Races against each other.
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Post by HR2X on Apr 27, 2008 16:21:01 GMT -5
I actually caved and bought a Wii today along with Mario Kart.. I have to say.. it's ing awesome.
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