Posted January 30, 2008 I have no idea how people can say "Snake or dont play this game" that right there is just rude It was never put exactly like that (well, not by me). It's a good point though. If snaking is in the Wii game, then people are going to snake. And if you don't like people snaking then you would be better off playing something else. For the record, I did suggest people just play with other people who they know don't snake, or stick with the single-player. But that obviously wasn't a good enough suggestion! I can just see it now Tales having a go at me for excessive use of shells It's shells as well now then for some? At this rate pressing the accelerate button will soon be considered a 'major advantage'. I hate people who accelerate! It completely ruins my fun of just sitting here on the starting line. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted January 30, 2008 I am geting this game when it comes out in the UK. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted January 30, 2008 You know, this whole debate about snaking is related to why Nintendo used friend codes in the first place and shunned online for so long. It's also why wavedashing is out of Smash Bros Brawl (i heard it was a glitch anyways). The friend codes are there so that we only have our online experiences with friends who would hopefully be on the same wavelength and skill level, keeping the fun in the game rather than meeting random people online who 'pwn' you with their '1337' skills and tactics. Shooters typically have this sort of thing, but then, the context of the situation, shooting someone in the face, makes it hard to reduce the aggression that fuels he hunt for tactics and skills giving one an edge. Smash Bros is being developed with this in mind, and its what Nintendo are aiming to head away from. It's probably why we have no Voice chat yet. This is what I have gathered from Iwata asks anyways. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted January 30, 2008 For goodness sake.. can you stop saying "You can't do it"?! I will reiterate again! I can't see how snaking is fun! Constantly wiggling left and right the whole time? Catch yourself on.. that's insanity! I totally argree. I don't see the fun side in wiggiling left and right for the whole race. I've never actually tried to snake and I've never really wanted to. But people seem to care more about winning than having fun. That's part of reason I much prefer playing with my mates rather than playing someone online. Anyway, this game just isn't getting me excited at all. Not really sure why. Possibly it's because me and my mates played Double Dash to death. Or possibly it's the tilt controls (is there other control options??) that don't appeal to me. Or it's possible I'm just getting more cynical as I get older...! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted January 30, 2008 I don't see the fun side in wiggiling left and right for the whole race. I've never actually tried to snake Then don't knock it until you have. people seem to care more about winning than having fun. There is such a thing as having fun trying to win. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted January 30, 2008 I totally argree. I don't see the fun side in wiggiling left and right for the whole race. I've never actually tried to snake and I've never really wanted to. But people seem to care more about winning than having fun. That's part of reason I much prefer playing with my mates rather than playing someone online. Anyway, this game just isn't getting me excited at all. Not really sure why. Possibly it's because me and my mates played Double Dash to death. Or possibly it's the tilt controls (is there other control options??) that don't appeal to me. Or it's possible I'm just getting more cynical as I get older...! All snaking does is make you faster. I don't see how going faster when EVERYTHING else you're doing is the same isn't fun. Trying to win is more exhilarating than you might think. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted January 30, 2008 I much prefer being in the "thick of it" with my friends whilst playing split screen than a lap ahead whilst they're battling it out. Much more fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted January 30, 2008 Yeah if it's anywhere as intense as the Mario Strikers Tourneys I can't wait! I can just see it now Tales having a go at me for excessive use of shells Haha, trust me, I won't. Personally, I don't like snaking. I can't do it and I just don't think that's what Mario Kart is about. I like the randomness of the game, and snaking destroys that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted January 31, 2008 I much prefer being in the "thick of it" with my friends whilst playing split screen than a lap ahead whilst they're battling it out. Much more fun. me and my friends all snake and are usually within a couple of seconds of each other. Win. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 1, 2008 Seems a little...erm...how to put this....uncomputer game like though? like them things you buy which plug into your TV? Perhaps the wheel is a bad idea? I'm not sure.... Still, it's Mario Kart! Why am i complaining?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 1, 2008 The wheel seems a cool idea to me. And maybe it will be dificult without the Wheel X_X Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 1, 2008 big box but goes nicely with the whole clean white thing nintendo got goin on Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 1, 2008 I cant remember but didnt Reggie say at E3 that MK has a variety of control methods? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 1, 2008 well the wheel is just a plastic thingy, you can use just the wiimote, so if it's like Excite Truck (the previous news are speculation btw, didnt have time to post in on the main site), I'll be using that, wheel or no wheel. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 1, 2008 I cant remember but didnt Reggie say at E3 that MK has a variety of control methods? Can't find the link but I remember something being mentioned about other control methods. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 1, 2008 There's debate about the latest Mario Kart details. One of the dudes from GoNintendo works or helps with the magazine and the Project Coordinator gave him the details early since he's part of the group and the next issue has a MK cover with new details. No reason for it be fake unless it's gonna turn into a second ONM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 1, 2008 All snaking does is make you faster. I don't see how going faster when EVERYTHING else you're doing is the same isn't fun. Trying to win is more exhilarating than you might think. The problem is that is separates the normal players from the hardcore too much, which isn't what Mario Kart is about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 1, 2008 I totally argree. I don't see the fun side in wiggiling left and right for the whole race. I've never actually tried to snake and I've never really wanted to. But people seem to care more about winning than having fun. That's part of reason I much prefer playing with my mates rather than playing someone online. I don't snake consistently but I do use the cornering boost. Yeah it does get you faster and I really do it out of habit to be honest. But I don't get all hyped about losing or winning (apart from a kind of "in your face!" way to my close friends) its just a laugh. Hearing people talking about all of these techniques for both SMK and SSB just sounds a bit silly. I just can't take the game that seriously not to mention I don't have the sodding time! I bet with all those hours of mastering these party games those people could have gone got a job and earned enough money to go travelling and you know... experience something in this world. EDIT: Sorry, that didn't mean to come out as such a bash on the more serious players. It's just from my PoV it's a prospect far from my mind. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 1, 2008 So its final name is Mario Kart Wii, then? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 1, 2008 I think the snaking issue should cease tbh who cares. I snake personally but if u think its shit then fine. Am I the only guy who looks forward to this game quite a lot? Ok there hasnt been much info but every MK game has been awesome, Double Dash if you got some multiplayer going was quality all it did wrong was the shortage of tracks in my view (and 1 karter is probably best). Nintendo know how to do their main franchises justice and so why worry over control scheme? It will be perfect im sure, and more options is probs a necessity. I think control could be better with anolougue and then point to aim shells etc but who knows? And yes, Boo is in! Wonder if he'll get his own special weapon this time round. baby peach & baby mario chars are silly though. k.rool and others are more deserving Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 3, 2008 Can't find the link but I remember something being mentioned about other control methods. Reggie Mario Kart Presentation About 1 minute in he mentions a variety of control scheme's. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 4, 2008 Come on Gamecube controller lol Nintendo have learned that adding in motion sensing where ti may not belong is a bad idea Now I've played MK Arcade GP and steering wheel controls do work alright for Mario Kart, but its no control pad Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 4, 2008 I only use the corner boost, the same which you get from snaking, on pretty much every valid corner. I can snake around the entire track if I want to but I don't. Why? It's not fun, it's damn painful! It hurts my thumb doing it so much and seems to reduce the gameplay down to a test of endurance rather than one of skill (and a little luck) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted February 4, 2008 I did snaking before i even knew it was a technique, i just played like that naturally. It hurts my hand after each race. Then i found out it was something that no one enjoyed playing against but i find it hard to stop doing it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
