Nintendo is not known for making big splashes at GDC, but with the looming launch of the 3DS, I think we all knew that they'd have a few things to say.
May will the the month for all of the online content to hit the 3DS, including the eStore, which is what I'm most excited for. I love the idea of downloading handheld classics available to me anywhere without a cart. The Netflix streaming impressed me as well, and I'm anxious to see the quality of the streaming. I could see myself streaming Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs while at work, resting my DS on the computer. Let the slacking begin.
I'm a little disappointed that we did not get a release date for Kid Icarus, but they did throw a little old-school love our way with a June release for the remake of Ocarina of Time. I've been playing through a lot of the older Zelda games (and you can find some thoughts on those on the site) which makes me even more excited to play the one that is most highly acclaimed. I have not played it in almost 5 years.
I was super shocked that they announced a Mario game for the 3DS at GDC. I'm not surprised that there is one, and I have my fingers crossed for a November release. It just seems like Nintendo holds onto those announcements until 3DS, whereat I'm sure we'll hear more details.
They hype train is rolling.
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