So I haven't been posting much lately. Part of that is because I've been spending so much time playing my Nintendo 3DS. Sure there's really only one game out for it right now (The Legend of Zelda 3D), but It's a fine enough game that I don't mind for now. Plus, we're still very early into the life cycle of this handheld's lifespan and there are a handful of games that I can't wait to get my hands on. Super Mario 3D, Star Fox 3D, Cave Story 3D, Mario Kart 3D, Metal Gear Solid 3D, and Kid Icarus are all strong looking titles that will (or should) be coming by year's end and each one looks like a title worthy of your hard earned cash. On top of that, titles like Luigi's Mansion 3D, Megaman Legends 3, Super Smash Brothers, Professor Layton vs. Ace Attorney, and Animal Crossing will be coming out sometime in the future. And with the Virtual Console and DSiWare titles already available for download, (at cheap prices, too boot) this is a console that many could spend countless hours on.
Still, since it is so early in this system's life cycle, and since I've actually had the opportunity to see what this little handheld is capable of, I've decided to toss together a list of 5 titles I want to see. Here's that list:
Pokémon Snap 3D
Back in 1999, I got my Nintendo 64. The first game I got for it was Pokémon Snap. To say that I played that game would be an understatement, becaue I played the hell out of that game. So why would it make a great 3DS game? Easy; Pokémon Snap is about going on a safari and taking pictures of Pokémon in their natural environment. It's a game that's very light on action and very big on just taking in the area around you and interacting with it in various ways to catch that perfect moment with any particular Pokémon. It's such a slow paced series that it's perfect for 3D because you'll be taking in all of the imagery. What's more, the last and only title in the series came out in 1999, when the 2nd generation titles hadn't released yet. With over 400+ critters introduced since then, there are a lot more Pokémon to take pictures of and they'll look great in 3D.
Angry Birds
If you've never heard of or played Angry Birds, then you really are behind on the times. Released about a year or two ago, the title soared to the top of Apple's AppStore in no time at all and has since spread out to every smart phone platform, the mac, and even Google's Chrome web browser. Now, I think, is the time that it made the move over to a proper video game platform and 3DS is the place I'd love to see it. It'd fit right in on the eShop or perhaps even a full retail release. With the ability to download newer course packs through WiFi (much like how Professor Layton games give out weekly puzzles), you can even add a little more life to the title after players have gotten their 3 stars in ever puzzle. And with 2GB of space on the 3DS cartridge, you can include all of the available levels already out and maybe even a few exclusive levels.
Anything Final Fantasy
Final Fantasy saw a wealth of titles on the original DS. With remakes of Final Fantasies 3, 4, and 5, a Tactics Advance sequel, a Final Fantasy 12 tactics game, as well as a few Crystal Chronicles titles, the series definitely had a presence. So what's to say that Square Enix won't do more on the new console. Both Final Fantasy 6 and 7 are ripe for remaking, so why not make them for the 3DS? They could even make a PSVita version and still include any of the touchscreen controls. You could even go a little more obscure (or as obscure as Final Fantasy gets anyway) and remake Final Fantasy 9, which would fit right in on a Nintendo handheld with it's lighthearted look and atmosphere. Actually, while we're on Square Enix's JRPGs, Dragon Quest IX was a fantastic title on the original DS, so a new title on the 3DS would be a welcomed addition as well.
Ace Attorney
Much like Pokémon Snap, the Ace Attorney series is one that would make great use of 3D, as it's a title that isn't as action oriented as other titles. Instead, it's more of a point and click type game, with each case requiring you to track down evidence from various areas involved in the case. So needless to say, this is a series where you' d really get to take in the setting and appreciate how the 3D makes the scenery around you really pop. What's more, allowing the player to examine the evidence in 3D would be a really neat use of the platform's abilities, too. You really could get a great game that uses the 3D well.
Super Mario World
Finally, out of left field, my final pick is Super Mario World. Mario's premier on the Super Nintendo is to this day one of his most beloved adventures. Let's bring that experience back with the eShop's 3D Classics line. Imagine viewing moments like Mario climbing up to the Yellow Switch Palace, or the final battle with Bowser himself in 3D. I am and trust me, it's beautiful. Heck, if Nintendo wanted, they could even give the game a proper 3D remake and add in some new levels. I for one wouldn't complain. Alternatively, they could do the same with Super Mario Brothers 3, as that is another one of the best entries into the series and it is the suit where the Tanuki suit (which is coming back in Super Mario 3DS) made it's first appearance. So either way, either of these games getting a 3D makeover would be a very welcomed addition to the 3DS family.
So there we have it, 5 games that I'd love to play on my Nintendo 3DS! I liked making this list a whole lot, so maybe I'll do some more video game related posts in the future. Though I have to get back to updating this thing on a regular basis as it is already. See you next time and until they, hit me up with your thoughts; what would you like to see on the 3DS?
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