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  • skeldareskeldare Gresham, ORRegistered User regular
    Drascin wrote: »
    Man. Only ten days left, guys. Ten days. I'm getting jittery here.

    I had hoped that the Dark Souls DLC would help tide me over but it was delayed and the anticipation pains are hitting full force right now.

    Once the 3DS version comes out, the anticipation pains will move on to the Wii U version.

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  • kimekime Queen of Blades Registered User regular
    skeldare wrote: »
    Drascin wrote: »
    Man. Only ten days left, guys. Ten days. I'm getting jittery here.

    I had hoped that the Dark Souls DLC would help tide me over but it was delayed and the anticipation pains are hitting full force right now.

    Once the 3DS version comes out, the anticipation pains will move on to the Wii U version.

    Not as much, to be honest. The wait for the 3DS version is definitely the hardest part.

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  • ChopperDaveChopperDave Registered User regular
    kime wrote: »
    skeldare wrote: »
    Drascin wrote: »
    Man. Only ten days left, guys. Ten days. I'm getting jittery here.

    I had hoped that the Dark Souls DLC would help tide me over but it was delayed and the anticipation pains are hitting full force right now.

    Once the 3DS version comes out, the anticipation pains will move on to the Wii U version.

    Not as much, to be honest. The wait for the 3DS version is definitely the hardest part.

    I've logged more than 20 hours on the demo, and that only has 1 mode, 5 characters, and 1 stage.

    At those rates I think the full 3DS version will probably keep me busy enough until the WiiU version.

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  • kimekime Queen of Blades Registered User regular
    The 3DS version could keep me busy enough for years, probably. But The Wii U will be better for longer sessions and with groups, so I want that as soon as possible too :P

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  • dav3ybdav3yb Registered User regular
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  • PolaritiePolaritie Sleepy Registered User regular
    More Venusaur confirmed, frankly.

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  • StericaSterica Yes Registered User, Moderator mod
    Torterra, you gen one cranks.

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  • PolaritiePolaritie Sleepy Registered User regular
    edited September 2014
    Nah, it's not the right look to be Torterra. No hard shell.

    Maybe Exeggutor?

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  • kimekime Queen of Blades Registered User regular
    First gen best gen

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  • WyvernWyvern Registered User regular
    kime wrote: »
    First gen best gen
    On average, sure. But Torterra is the best starter.

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  • PolaritiePolaritie Sleepy Registered User regular
    I'm partial to third myself - contests were a fun sidegame and Gardevior is one of my favorites on top of that. (X/Y are way up there though just for dress up).

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  • WinkyWinky rRegistered User regular
    Obviously it's sudowoodo.

  • edzeppedzepp Registered User regular
    Man, people are getting a lot of mileage from that tree.

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  • agoajagoaj Top Tier One FearRegistered User regular
    How has no one captured footage of a giant village in giantmode planting a giant tree?

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  • glithertglithert Registered User regular
    edited September 2014
    Guys come on it is clearly a gogoat with a tree on its back

    Oh wait were you guys doing a thing, did I just ruin the thing

    Fuck

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  • StericaSterica Yes Registered User, Moderator mod
    I'm actually shocked the tree is effective. I felt like it'd be way to slow to water and chop it, although I guess most of the utility isn't from cutting it down.

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  • ArchArch Neat-o, mosquito! Registered User regular
    I'm actually shocked the tree is effective. I felt like it'd be way to slow to water and chop it, although I guess most of the utility isn't from cutting it down.

    I still don't get how people are able to get that move off in an actual fight

    I'm amazed every time

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  • PolaritiePolaritie Sleepy Registered User regular
    Arch wrote: »
    I'm actually shocked the tree is effective. I felt like it'd be way to slow to water and chop it, although I guess most of the utility isn't from cutting it down.

    I still don't get how people are able to get that move off in an actual fight

    I'm amazed every time

    The cutting down is iffy. Setting up the tree doesn't require much of an opening for either step, and your pocket will make people hesitant to use projectiles. The risk of OHSHITTREEPOW adds additional caution if you have the seedling out (and the watering pushes back, messing up spacing for hits on top of it).

    Now, cutting it down? Yeah that has no business connecting without setup. On the other hand, you don't need to cut it down - just having the axe handy is helpful. (Worth noting is that the tree blocks projectiles and mucks with movement... making cutting from the other side somewhat safe against people without swords)

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  • ZekZek Registered User regular
    Having a tree gives you territory control, and nobody can force you to leave the vicinity when you're playing stock. What are they going to do, harass you with projectiles?

  • StericaSterica Yes Registered User, Moderator mod
    Villager's fair is like the most intense bullshit.

    It's a decent range projectile that comes out fast and has way better knockback than what you'd expect.

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  • DrascinDrascin Registered User regular
    Imperfect wrote: »
    Well, Hyrule Warriors is out in two.

    Mayhaps that will ease the pain?

    Honestly, Warriors games are a thing that you either like or you don't. And I've always been in the "don't" camp.

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  • Mr_RoseMr_Rose 83 Blue Ridge Protects the Holy Registered User regular
    Villager's fair is like the most intense bullshit.

    It's a decent range projectile that comes out fast and has way better knockback than what you'd expect.

    The slingshot? Yeah. Best excuse to master quick jump timing in the demo for sure.

    Also, a random thing:
    http://youtu.be/w9W4odBxIXY

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  • Maz-Maz- 飛べ Registered User regular
    I'm pretty decent with Villager but I haven't mastered the slingshot at all. The stream of that tournament that was linked to a couple of pages back had a Villager who was pretty good with it though, maybe I should emulate him. He kept using it while he was off-stage so that the projectile was at ground level, which was pretty smart.

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  • WinkyWinky rRegistered User regular
    Arch wrote: »
    I'm actually shocked the tree is effective. I felt like it'd be way to slow to water and chop it, although I guess most of the utility isn't from cutting it down.

    I still don't get how people are able to get that move off in an actual fight

    I'm amazed every time

    It's a real versatile move, and surprisingly effective in a lot of situations.

    Watering a seedling is a decent trap for catching people off-guard, as the tree does decent damage and knock-back just from sprouting, the tree itself is an effective shield that will protect you from attacks, and actually chopping the tree down is a pretty safe move: if they approach from anywhere except the 90 degree angle above/behind you they'll either be blocked by the tree or eat an axe to the face.

  • Warlock82Warlock82 Never pet a burning dog Registered User regular
    Pic of the day. We've prepared many hats for Mii Fighters...but a lot of them are humorously designed, so it might be hard to coordinate them with flair. You could, of course, choose to not wear the hats at all... It makes me wonder--how is everyone planning to dress up their Mii Fighters? Well, one thing is for sure: the ninja headband worn by the Mii in front should look good with anything.

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  • King RiptorKing Riptor Registered User regular
    I believe it

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  • Kai_SanKai_San Commonly known as Klineshrike! Registered User regular
    So I am really feeling Megaman now that I put some serious time into him. At first he is so jarring because he plays almost exactly like hes straight outta his game (something chars like sonic and samus would prolly kill for). I used to think he was just outright terrible. But he is definately not.

    You just need to short hop like its your job. His fair and bair are KILLER good. For different reasons. His up air and dair are also good in their own right but much more situational (they are kill moves in their respective direction, though up air is a solid edge guard that you can mix in side smash for a lot of pressure on the edge).

    But something that is significant is the pellets. Oh god the pellets. They really add up the damage, and being able to walk around (and jump!) while firing means you can disrupt like everything that isn't ranged. Just straight up cancel peoples moves.

    Oh, and when we can change the controls o freaking turn off up jump, his up tilt is increidble albiet risky. But it comes out so fast if you do a perfect dodge is game over for someone.

    Oh and crash bomb isn't as bad as it seems. There are benefits to making someone guard. Also, putting it under the stage on return then pelleting someone off and they get hit by the explosion during a recovery is good for some lolkills.

    I have him up to winning most of my 1v1 vs a level 9 cpu. I wish there was real people to play but I gotta wait till release to play you all. I will need some kind of friend list though I haven't done a 3ds game with PAers yet

  • Maz-Maz- 飛べ Registered User regular
    Great Greninja vs Pac-Man match from a Japanese tournament:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gU_EClaO7Sg

    Looks like the hydrant is gonna be a huge part of Pac-Man's game.

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  • PLAPLA The process.Registered User regular
    Greninja's grab looks like Whirlpool or something.

  • Kai_SanKai_San Commonly known as Klineshrike! Registered User regular
    Wow pacman gets pretty technical. Thats some crazy shit.

  • skeldareskeldare Gresham, ORRegistered User regular
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    REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Fans that have what it takes to compete with the best Super Smash Bros. players in the country are about to get a chance to win a trip to New York to show off their skills. On Saturday, Oct. 4, a day after the Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS game launches in stores and in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS, 15 GameStop stores around the country (as well as the Nintendo World store in New York) will host local tournaments for the newly launched all-star fighting game featuring three rounds of four-player battles.

    On Saturday, Oct. 4, a day after the Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS game launches, 15 GameStop s ...
    On Saturday, Oct. 4, a day after the Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS game launches, 15 GameStop stores around the country (as well as the Nintendo World store in New York) will host tournaments for the newly launched all-star fighting game. (Photo: Business Wire)

    Participants for the 64-player local tournaments on Oct. 4 are selected on a first-come, first-served basis with no pre-registration required. Participants may bring their own Nintendo 3DS or Nintendo 2DS systems and/or Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS games to the tournaments, but are not required to do so.

    The winners of each local tournament will win a trip to New York to participate in the Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS National Open Tournament at Nintendo World on Oct. 11, which will be broadcast live on Nintendo’s channels on Twitch and YouTube starting at 6 p.m. ET. During the Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS National Open Tournament, character customization will play an important role in the action, allowing the top 16 players to engage in an all-out, no-holds-barred battle showcasing all the game has to offer.

    The winner of the final tournament will not only bask in the glory of victory, but also win a trophy and champion’s robe. Additional details on how fans can attend the event at Nintendo World will be announced in the future. Nintendo World will also be giving fans an opportunity to purchase Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS before its nationwide launch. Starting at 8 p.m. ET on Oct. 2, Nintendo World will host a smashing fan gathering, allowing attendees to be among the first to purchase Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS.

    Each local tournament will begin at 11 a.m. local time on Oct. 4. The participating locations and starting times for each local tournament are as follows:

    Location Address
    GameStop
    Winfield Shopping Center
    966 Blossom Hill Road
    San Jose, CA 95123

    GameStop
    Anaheim Town Center
    2004 East Lincoln Ave.
    Anaheim, CA 92806

    GameStop
    c/o Barnes & Noble
    960 S. Colorado Blvd.
    Denver, CO 80246

    GameStop
    The Brickyard S/C
    6451 W. Diversey Parkway, Suite G-9
    Chicago, IL 60707

    GameStop
    Dedham Mall
    336 Providence Highway
    Dedham, MA 02026

    GameStop
    St. John’s Plaza
    9150 Baltimore National Pike, Suite 16
    Ellicott City, MD 21042

    GameStop
    SWM Skibo S/C
    1590 Skibo Road
    Bonnie Doone, NC 28303

    GameStop
    32 E. 14th Street
    32 E. 14th St.
    New York, NY 10003

    GameStop
    Bellevue Square
    242 Bellevue Square
    Bellevue, WA 98004

    GameStop
    Tower Shops
    2140 S. University Drive
    Davie, FL 33324

    GameStop
    Lake Brandon Shoppes
    11025 Causeway Blvd.
    Brandon, FL 33511

    GameStop
    SWM Sand Lake Corner
    8115 S. John Young Parkway
    Orlando, FL 32819

    GameStop
    Chamblee Village
    1841 Chamblee Tucker Rd., Suite 3A
    Chamblee, GA 30341

    GameStop
    c/o Barnes & Noble
    3003 W. Holcombe Blvd.
    Houston, TX 77025

    GameStop
    c/o Barnes & Noble
    2201 Preston Rd., Suite E
    Plano, TX 75093

    Nintendo World 10 Rockefeller Plaza
    New York, NY 10020



    On Sept. 27, to give fans time to practice for the main event, 100 GameStop locations around the country (including the 15 listed above) will offer visitors the opportunity to enjoy the same demo version of the game that is currently available in the Nintendo eShop.

    Additional terms and conditions apply to the Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS National Open Tournament series. For full rules and details, visit http://smashbros.nintendo.com/rules/.

    For more information about Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS, visit http://www.smashbros.com/us/.

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  • McFlynnMcFlynn Registered User regular
    edited September 2014
    Well, I'm probably not going to be winning any tournaments, so not getting the game on day 1 for more practice isn't a big deal to me, I think I'm gonna hold off a week and see if maybe a 5 or 10 dollar off sale happens somewhere.

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  • PolaritiePolaritie Sleepy Registered User regular
    Ahahaha. Some states get 3, most get none.

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  • Knight_Knight_ Dead Dead Dead Registered User regular
    McFlynn wrote: »
    Well, I'm probably not going to be winning any tournaments, so not getting the game on day 1 for more practice isn't a big deal to me, I think I'm gonna hold off a week and see if maybe a 5 or 10 dollar off sale happens somewhere.

    On Smash? Best deal you'll probably get is a sale on eshop points.

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  • StericaSterica Yes Registered User, Moderator mod
    The best deal you'll get is maybe a few pity dollars on a used copy from GameStop. People steal games and then "trade them in" like two days after launch.

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  • WinkyWinky rRegistered User regular
    Aw shit, I'm totally showing up for that (though I'm not going to win).

    Looks like this ludicrous amount of Megaman playing on the demo will be useful for something!

  • IgortIgort Registered User regular
    Kai_San wrote: »
    So I am really feeling Megaman now that I put some serious time into him. At first he is so jarring because he plays almost exactly like hes straight outta his game (something chars like sonic and samus would prolly kill for). I used to think he was just outright terrible. But he is definately not.

    I've been hearing a couple people say here and there that some of the changes they've made to Sonic almost make him feel like he's straight out of his game, but yeah, saying Megaman plays almost exactly like he's walked straight out of a Megaman game is pretty apt way of putting it.

  • Kai_SanKai_San Commonly known as Klineshrike! Registered User regular
    Yeah I haven't played new sonic get honestly do I didn't have much basis for that in the new game

  • McFlynnMcFlynn Registered User regular
    It was really close to two weeks when Amazon started selling Mario Kart 8 for 12 dollars off.
    The best deal you'll get is maybe a few pity dollars on a used copy from GameStop. People steal games and then "trade them in" like two days after launch.


    Ah, yeah. There was a comic book store I used to frequent that would always have a ton of the newest TV seasons the day they came out. They had one lady bring in the complete Seinfeld DVD set with the pirate shirt still shrink wrapped. They eventually started telling the suspicious people that they don't accept stuff the day it comes out to try to discourage them stealing but they'd just bring it in the next week.

  • ZekZek Registered User regular
    Mega Man is a really weird character. Almost all of his moves are awesome but often fairly situational and easily punished, so you have to get some practice in to train yourself how to play him compared to most characters. He's going to be really terrible for button mashers.

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