Thanks to Pellican for the tip!
There’s a couple of things in particular you should pay attention to in the video above. First, it shows that you can use the analog pad to control DS titles. Second, as we previously reported, there’s a rather larger border on the top screen while playing the DS games.
This information comes from Mie Kumagai, the creator of Virtua Tennis…
“There are no plans at the moment. But if people want it then we’ll obviously answer wishes.”
I can’t say I’ve played a ton of Virtua Tennis over the years, so I’m not exactly clamoring for a 3DS edition. Is this something you guys would like to see?
This information comes from Nintendo’s marketing manager James Honeywell…
“3DS is a unique product, so […] comparisons to other portable devices aren’t always applicable. If you look at other high-resolution portable devices, which is probably a better comparison than other portable gaming systems, three to five hours of intensive use is not an unreasonable battery life.”
Well, at the very least, I’d say it’s difficult not to compare the 3DS’ battery life to previous DS systems. I feel as though the 3DS is taking a huge step back. I wouldn’t be surprised if Nintendo released a 3DS Lite version sometime in the future with improved battery life.
This information comes from Iwata Asks…
Iwata: We released three versions of packages for the previous Nintendogs on the launch day. In some ways that was a first, so we had to explain the point to the in-house sales team and seek the distributors’ understanding.
Konno: I think we internally began by discussing 12 versions.
Miyamoto: No, it was 16 at first.
Konno: Huh? It was 16? (laughs)
Miyamoto: At the very start.
Iwata: Not 15?
Miyamoto: I think we talked about making the rack four-by-four…which makes 16. Or was it three by five?
Iwata: Then you explained to the sales people that the game begins from the moment you look at the store display in the real life and trying to decide which dog to choose. (laughs)
Miyamoto: That’s actually what I wanted to do.
Iwata: But when we consulted with Sales, we understood it would be hard for the retail outlets and ended up settling on three versions. This time, when we said, “Won’t one version be enough?” the sales people said, “Absolutely not!” (laughs)
Miyamoto: Right. They said three were a must. (laughs)
16 versions just seems like way too much. I’m pleased that Nintendo stuck with 3 versions in the end. And, as we know, the company is taking a similar approach with nintendogs + cats.
Pilotwings Resort
Nintendogs + Cats: Golden Retriever & New Friends
Nintendogs + Cats: French Bulldog & New Friends
Nintendogs + Cats: Toy Poodle & New Friends
Super Street Fighter IV: 3D Edition
The Sims 3
PES 2011 3D – Pro Evolution Soccer
LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars
Ridge Racer 3D
Super Monkey Ball 3D
Samurai Warriors: Chronicles
Asphalt 3D
Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars
Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell 3D
Rayman 3D
We’re still waiting to see what Nintendo of America has in store for their launch lineup, but we’ll let you know what’s being planned as soon as we hear something. I imagine things will be pretty close to the list you see above.
This information comes from Yoshinori Ono…
“In online versus battles, you will not have to worry about going through a complicated selection mode or screen to find a suitable partner. The game will find one for you on the Internet – it will be seamless. Online versus battles will be global, so you’ll be playing against the strongest fighters from Japan and America.”
Super Street Fighter IV 3D is turning out to be one of the strongest launch titles for the 3DS. It’s pretty much supporting every feature the system has to offer. And I definitely welcome seamless battles! The new friend code system will also help make a simpler online experience.
