No New Nintendo 3DS XL for me

Over its launch weekend, I decided to pass on the New Nintendo 3DS XL after being super hyped. But all I had to do was think a little, it wasn't a hard decision in the end to make. I didn't have any plans to get Amiibo-compatible 3DS games, I didn't really want to dish out $200, I didn't want to have to stop using my Luigi hat 3DS case, and I think I'll just hold out for the smaller version, if it ever comes to America.
Now I would just like to stress how poor of a decision Nintendo made in not bringing the smaller version to America too, because I don't believe I'm alone when I say that I would MUCH rather have a normal New Nintendo 3DS than a New Nintendo 3DS XL. Because faceplates.
For now, I will continue to play my games with the 3D off and I will continue to not use Amiibo on my 3DS, but if the day ever comes where the New Nintendo 3DS comes to America, I will be the first to snag it.

I mean, who could resist Yoshi?

And LOOK AT THIS SHIT THIS IS A FUCKING WOODEN PLATE

New Nintendo 3DS Impressions

This Sunday, I'm getting a New Nintendo 3DS XL, so I'll be sure to play it  lot and get back to you guys on what I like and what I don't like about it. Until then, kcduckling out.

Nintendo Direct

http://www.nintendo.com/nintendo-direct/01-14-2015/#/video-1ndirect

Recently, a brand new Nintendo Direct aired full of interesting little videos and gameplay footage. Among them are the Nintendo New 3DS XL, Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D, Splatoon, and more. Check it out for yourself above.

Most Anticipated 2015

Legend of Zelda Wii U

honorable mentions:

Tom Clancy's The Division

Halo 5 Guardians

Star Wars: Battlefront

Game of the Year 2014

Super Smash Bros. for Wii U

honorable mentions:

Mario Kart 8

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Shovel Knight

Game of the Year 2014

For those of you who thought I had forgotten: I didn't. This year, I am looking to simplify things quite a bit. Last year you may remember I gave out tons of awards (best graphics, best sounds, console exclusive games of the year) but that's pointless. Game of the Year should be how it sounds. Not a multi-day piece by piece release but a simplified Game of the Year Award. Here's the schedule:

December 31st - Game of the Year 2014
January 1st       - Most Anticipated 2015

That's it. See you there.

Super Smash Bros. Wii U Review

Super Smash Bros. for Wii U Review

Super Smash Bros. is back and it is loaded with new arenas, characters, and moves for you to try out, but it has been a long 6 years since the last Smash outing, so how does this one stack up?

REALLY FREAKING WELL, that's how it stacks up. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U is the greatest entry in the franchise so far, even besting the classic Super Smash Bros. Melee. What differentiates it and ultimately makes it the better game is really a combination of a few things.

First and foremost, the characters. There are a LOT of characters in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and a LOT of them are new to the series. Greninja makes an appearance as well as Duck Hunt Dog, Pac-Man, Mega Man, and even Little Mac. All of the new additions are welcome (except the Fire Emblem ones, but more on that later) and provide a new, wonderful experience for the user. My two favorite characters are Little Mac and Pac-Man, both newcomers.

Secondly, the stages are nice. Representing a pleasant mix of past games and the current iteration, each stage is unique and offers a new experience then wherever you just came from. Additionally, there is an option to toggle whether the stages are flat or their normal stage. This is useful as it allows any stage to be flat and super useful for classic Smash fights.

But thirdly, the features. All of the features of this game all are fantastic. To name one, EIGHT PLAYER SMASH, in which eight players all fight each other. At the same time. Not four. Eight. Yeah, it's pretty frickin sweet.

Overall, the experience is absolutely amazing. Whether you're playing by yourself or duking it out with seven of your friends, Smash Wii U is an absolute pleasure to play, and a must-have for any Wii U owner.

SUPER SMASH BROS. WII U - 98

Pros:

 - The new, bigger roster
 - Eight player Smash
 - Literally everything besides the board game and the title

Cons:

 - Boring board game mode 

 - The title (c'mon, at least try)