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[TheMoon]

This doesn't include the 3DS amiibo reader, does it?

No. As you can clearly see on the side there. The NFC Reader/Writer is only bundle with Animal Crossing HHD.

 

[SeanR1221]

What if you want the digital game and the Amiibo?

 

[TheMoon]

What if you want the digital game and the Amiibo?

You buy the bundle and sell the game inside and buy the eShop version.

 

[The Giant]

It's been revealed that Vanpool is co developing the game with Skip.

http://www.classification.gov.au/Pa...8fM0TEqXSOxlGDbpSSE4R%2ftGndNXVvxKpSlj9wUGFA6

 

[Gonzo The Great]

It's been revealed that Vanpool is co developing the game with Skip.

http://www.classification.gov.au/Pa...8fM0TEqXSOxlGDbpSSE4R%2ftGndNXVvxKpSlj9wUGFA6

That explains why it looks so mediocre.

 

[OrbitalBeard]

Any Gaffers play this at E3? If so, what'd you think?

 

[maxcriden]

New gameplay footage:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYMDB0W-tts

(Via GoNintendo.com)

 

[MulderYuffie]

really looking forward to this how much is that amiibo bundle gonna be?

 

[maxcriden]

really looking forward to this how much is that amiibo bundle gonna be?

I want to say it's $40. I don't think it's been made available for preorder almost anywhere yet though.

 

[SuperCambot]

The bundle with the amiibo is up at GameStop.

http://www.gamestop.com/nintendo-3ds/games/chibi-robo-zip-lash-amiibo-bundle/125421

 

[MrSaturn99]

The bundle with the amiibo is up at GameStop.

http://www.gamestop.com/nintendo-3ds/games/chibi-robo-zip-lash-amiibo-bundle/125421

Snagged, thanks.

 

[atomsk]

holding out for a best buy preorder

 

[leroidys]

The bundle with the amiibo is up at GameStop.

http://www.gamestop.com/nintendo-3ds/games/chibi-robo-zip-lash-amiibo-bundle/125421

Thank you!

 

[maxcriden]

The bundle with the amiibo is up at GameStop.

http://www.gamestop.com/nintendo-3ds/games/chibi-robo-zip-lash-amiibo-bundle/125421

Grabbed one an hour ago, just in case. Thanks!

 

[Foffy]

New gameplay footage:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYMDB0W-tts

(Via GoNintendo.com)

Music sounds super charming. I imagine people most salty about the game are those who liked what the series was with the first three entries, as it's become more experimental since the 3DS titles.

 

[Ryouji Gunblade]

That realization when Chibi-Robo is getting more love and care than Metroid.

 

[fernoca]

That realization when Chibi-Robo is getting more love and care than Metroid.

Well, love comes in many ways.
We still don't know much about the future of Metroid and many has voiced their disappointment at this Chibi Robo being 2D, so many actually see this game as "hate".

 

[Az987]

Cmon, best buy or amazon. Hurry up and put the amiibo edition up!

 

[TheSlySoul]

The bundle with the amiibo is up at GameStop.

http://www.gamestop.com/nintendo-3ds/games/chibi-robo-zip-lash-amiibo-bundle/125421

Decided to jump on it since you can cancel pre-orders.
I do not understand the hate, but I never played the series so yeah...

 

[OrbitalBeard]

The bundle with the amiibo is up at GameStop.

http://www.gamestop.com/nintendo-3ds/games/chibi-robo-zip-lash-amiibo-bundle/125421

Awesome, thank you! Got a pre-order in.

 

[AcademicSaucer]

That realization when Chibi-Robo is getting more love and care than Metroid.

Yeah, Skip should be making a new Metroid Prime instead of this right ?

 

[Crono27]

ugh bought it. just for amiibo sadly. hopefully game is somewhat decent

 

[TheMoon]

That realization when Chibi-Robo is getting more love and care than Metroid.

How these two are even related in your mind is beyond me.

 

[OrbitalBeard]

How these two are even related in your mind is beyond me.

For some odd reason, I think a lot of people believe all Nintendo games are made by the same team .

 

[Aostia]

I liked that new footage. Btw, the cost of the game I've seen around is the normal price for a 3ds game, including the amiibo, so I'd say it's a good value proposal

 

[TheMoon]

For some odd reason, I think a lot of people believe all Nintendo games are made by the same team .

Well, it's all Miyamoto hammering away on his keyboard in a basement

 

[SatoAilDarko]

Hey the Amiibo bundle is now up at Best Buy.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/chibi-robo-zip-lash-chibi-robo-amiibo-figure-nintendo-3ds/4209700.p?id=1219707295804&skuId=4209700

$32 before tax with GCU.

 

[TheOnlyOneHeEverFeared]

Has the release date of this been set back in EU? Release date in Ireland says 6th November.

 

[TheMoon]

Has the release date of this been set back in EU? Release date in Ireland says 6th November.

That's always been the date. It never changed. You just forgot that it was always set for November in PAL land and October everywhere else.

 

[TheOnlyOneHeEverFeared]

That's always been the date. It never changed. You just forgot that it was always set for November in PAL land and October everywhere else.

Doh, my bad. Must have been confusing it with triforce heroes.

 

[maxcriden]

First review scores from Famitsu:

Chibi-Robo!: Zip Lash (3DS) – 7/8/8/8

(via NintendoEverything & GoNintendo)

 

[leroidys]

First review scores from Famitsu:

Chibi-Robo!: Zip Lash (3DS) – 7/8/8/8

(via NintendoEverything & GoNintendo)

Yikes, that's like a 40/100 from Famitsu.

 

[solaaire]

First review scores from Famitsu:

Chibi-Robo!: Zip Lash (3DS) – 7/8/8/8

(via NintendoEverything & GoNintendo)

humble beginnings

Spoiler

please be good so i can buy the amiibo bundle

 

[maxcriden]

Yikes, that's like a 40/100 from Famitsu.

Sorta, but there are some kind of games they just aren't likely to review highly (solid sidescrollers, for example) so I wouldn't take too much stock in it.

 

[Tamanator]

That explains why it looks so mediocre.

They developed 'Freshly-Picked Tingle's Rosy Rupeeland', the best Legend of Zelda game, so I wouldn't judge Zip Lash just yet.

 

[The12thGripper]

Yikes, that's like a 40/100 from Famitsu.

You do know the max score Famitsu gives is a 10, right?

 

[leroidys]

You do know the max score Famitsu gives is a 10, right?

Yes. You have to be pretty much garbage to get a 7 most of the time though.

 

[maxcriden]

Can anyone explain what exactly the CR amiibo does in the game? Do you need it to access the figurine showcase?

 

[TheMoon]

Can anyone explain what exactly the CR amiibo does in the game? Do you need it to access the figurine showcase?

Finally, the overview video ends with a short amiibo overview, showing what you can do with the Chibi-Robo! amiibo. It allows you to transform into Super Chibi-Robo once per day, level up Chibi-Robo, unlock some figures via the capsule machine, but also get some extra stages, and more.

from: http://www.perfectly-nintendo.com/chibi-robo-zip-lash-japanese-overview-video/

Compatible amiibo: Chibi Robo! (you can become Super Chibi-Robo!, save your scores, and unlock the Gashapon machine); any amiibo: unlock a special figure of Chibi-Robo! imitating the pose of the character scanned, that you get via the Gashapon machine).

from: http://www.perfectly-nintendo.com/chibi-robo-zip-lash-jp-website-open-details-videos-and-more/

Thanks to the compatiblity chart on Nintendo’s website, we have a rundown of the amiibo features in Chibi Robo! Zip Lash:

– Chibi Robo! amiibo: get Super Chibi Robo!, unlocks the Toy Capsule Machine;
– all amiibo: get coins to buy items;
– all amibo (except Pikachu, Lucario, Charizard, Greninja, Jigglypuff, Sonic, Pac-man and Mega Man): you can get special figurines of Chibi Robo doing the pose of the amiibo via the Toy Capsule Machine.

from: http://www.perfectly-nintendo.com/chibi-robo-zip-lash-more-details-on-the-amiibo/

 

[maxcriden]

from: http://www.perfectly-nintendo.com/chibi-robo-zip-lash-japanese-overview-video/

from: http://www.perfectly-nintendo.com/chibi-robo-zip-lash-jp-website-open-details-videos-and-more/

from: http://www.perfectly-nintendo.com/chibi-robo-zip-lash-more-details-on-the-amiibo/

Thanks. I've been a bit confused about these features, though. Is there really no other way to unlock the Gashapon machine or these stages?

 

[TheMoon]

Thanks. I've been a bit confused about these features, though. Is there really no other way to unlock the Gashapon machine or these stages?

I haven't checked any of the recent NA previews so maybe they covered it there.

 

[maxcriden]

I haven't checked any of the recent NA previews so maybe they covered it there.

Thanks. I'll look into it.

 

[solaaire]

Nintendo Life posted a new game play video a couple of days ago, and the video opens with some pretty positive impressions.

Also, what's with the lack of reviews? We're only 2 days out.

 

[whiterabbit]

Nintendo Life posted a new game play video a couple of days ago, and the video opens with some pretty positive impressions.

Also, what's with the lack of reviews? We're only 2 days out.

That's cool, I'll have to check out the video.

Yeah, also is there an OT for this on GAF that is being made?

I can't decide if I want to buy that Amiibo bundle or not. It would be my first Amiibo, but I don't think my 3DS/2DS can use amiibo anyway, it would just be a cool thing to have.

I want to read a review or two before I decide on getting this or not. 2D platformers are kind of my favorite genre though.

 

[NateDrake]

Didn't realize we ere so close already. I am ready for this! Again any impressions or reviews?

Review embargo lifts tomorrow.

 

[whiterabbit]

Nintendo Life posted a new game play video a couple of days ago, and the video opens with some pretty positive impressions.

Also, what's with the lack of reviews? We're only 2 days out.

I just watched this video, and I think the game looks really solid and extensive. I think I'll get this one.

 

[me0wish]

Pre-loaded and ready, I haven't been as hype as I am right now for a long while. Is there going to be an OT for this?

 

[wild wild rice]

Review embargo lifts tomorrow.

Hoping to be pleasantly surprised, but I doubt it.

 

[Camjo-Z]

Remember everyone, if you don't buy this, Chibi-Robo runs out of energy PERMANENTLY! No pressure though.

Pre-loaded and ready, I haven't been as hype as I am right now for a long while. Is there going to be an OT for this?

Yeah, TheMoon has it covered.

 

[Rodney McKay]

Giant Bomb has a short Quicklook of the game here: http://www.giantbomb.com/videos/quick-look-chibi-robo-zip-lash/2300-10748/

I think it looked pretty fun, if a little on the simple side. The leash throwing stuff reminds me of throwing eggs in Yoshi and building up your leash length reminds me of collecting more blobs in Loco Roco (lets you get into new areas and stuff.

Strangely enough for me, the fact that you're smashing blocks to get stuff made me the most interested I've been in the game so far. I love smashing stuff in games, haha. There's nothing else coming to the 3DS this year that I'm interested in so I think I might actually pick this up.