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I have made no secret of my burning hatred for the bullsh*t that gets heaped on the European market by Japanese publishers, not least by Nintendo, whose decision to refuse Europe a release date for one of the most anticipated Wii titles of all time (out of like, two) was taken by many, especially myself, as a huge slap in the face. I don't even care to play the thing, but principles are principles.

Anyway, the release date seems to have FINALLY been revealed, weeks after the US got their copies, months after Japan, and long after everyone has stopped caring about the stupid overhyped game. Aaaand if you thought it'd head our way any time soon, think again. Nintendo will see fit to grace Europe with Brawl's presence on June 27th. That's a few days before July, which was the originally rumored release month. I guess an optimist could say that means we're getting it earlier than expected. That person would be murdered shortly thereafter. After receiving weeks of conflicting, rubbish excuses, and Reggie Fils-Aime taking the p*ss out of them all, European Nintendo fans can finally play Brawl (legally) in the middle of the summer.

Thanks, Nintendo, you're the greatest!

Wankers.








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BlackSheep's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:06
BlackSheep
yay my birthday

i don't even play this anymore, are u still gonna get it? haha
thisissami's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:16
thisissami
i've gotta say, i just moved to the US this past year for college, and it really is much better here when you actually get to play a game when it's hype reaches the max. having lived in the middle east beforehand (which gets it's games even after europe, for the most part), i definitely know what it's like to get shafted on more or less every single game. my condolences go to those who are currently living in europe :(
3r0t1c n3rd's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:19
3r0t1c n3rd
Nintendo can go fuck themselves for all I care.
ScottyG's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:22
ScottyG
Hey, look on the bright side. You're getting it earlier than expected! ^_^

:p
Projectexodus's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:23
Projectexodus
Too late Nintendo... I've already had my Wii chipped, and got a downloaded copy of US Brawl from my cousin. Not only that, but my dear cousin gave me several other DVD's with Wii games on them (oooh Mario Kart is fun!).
I normaly dont support piracy, but there are limits to how much I can tolerate. I just felt like being rebelious for once.
This could've been prevented you know...
KaL YoshiKa's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:28
KaL YoshiKa
So like..do..do I import this or does Australia get a release date too? COME ON..WE ONLY SPEAK ENGLISH HERE :'(
Holyetheline's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:30
Holyetheline
I played Brawl for a week and it was awesome... then I went back to my normal gaming which mainly consists of playing Xbox 360.

As long as you get GTA IV on time I think everything will be fine.
brad drac's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:37
brad drac
Meh. At least they probably won't be charging €150 for it.
mandlebaum123's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:39
mandlebaum123
I think the cynicism on this site is the reason why I visit much less than I used to.

Europe has had mario kart wii for a while, and that gets no mention. Lift up those fat rolls in the shower, and you may be able to get the sand out of your vaj.
BlackSheep's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:44
BlackSheep
@mandle

are you as old as your avatar shows?

cynicism is the reason i VISIT the site. why would mario kart wii get mention in a smash bros. article? big deal europe had it 3 weeks before us in the U.S.

that still doesn't condone the fact that they waited an additional 4-5 months
Shin Oni's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:45
Shin Oni
....people still play this?

...people in Europe haven't modded their systems already?
Boolean's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:50
Boolean
I'm so glad I sold my Wii, Nintendo can shove their release dates up thier clackers.
mandlebaum123's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:51
mandlebaum123
The cynicism used to be served with a side of humor. There is nothing funny in this article. Maybe Mr. Sterling just sucks.

Its an article that whines about how europe gets hosed all the time. You're right. Why would it mention a game that negates that point?
Jim Sterling's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:51
Jim Sterling
"I think the cynicism on this site is the reason why I visit much less than I used to."

Try visiting EVEN less than that, you stupid cunt.

How's that for cynicism?
mandlebaum123's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:53
mandlebaum123
OOH.

Choke on your monocle, you lame ass.
Jim Sterling's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:54
Jim Sterling
Tell it to my pageviews, mate.
3r0t1c n3rd's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:56
3r0t1c n3rd
@mandlebaum:

Release of Mario Cart Wii:

EU April 11.
US April 27.

That's 2 weeks



Release Brawl:

Us March 9.

Eu June 27.

That's 4 months


Do you see now why we are so pissed?
Cheeburga's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:56
Cheeburga
Jesus, that's a long time.
mandlebaum123's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:56
mandlebaum123
HAHAHAHAHA!

Now you're getting funny.

Pageviews. HAHAHA
Bioautographical's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 09:58
Bioautographical
I really do love people who throw in personal insults, especially fat jokes. It lets me breeze right through and know exactly who has a valid opinion and who does not.
Jim Sterling's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:01
Jim Sterling
You win the argument mandlebaum.

I can't counter a comment that utterly retarded.
BlackSheep's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:01
BlackSheep
"Its an article that whines about how europe gets hosed all the time. You're right. Why would it mention a game that negates that point?"

did you read the same article I did? it's an article about the smash bros. brawl release date.... maybe one sentence is about europe in general, but it's all about smash.
Jim Sterling's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:03
Jim Sterling
BlackSheep: The guy is just bitchy because it's a negative article in which the Wii is involved. You can tell from his lack of logic and his bizarre "arguments" that make no sense.
Pinkerton's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:10
Pinkerton
Hey, I don't this is a fair argument at all. Europe got the Tingle game that the U.S. didn't even have a chance to play!
Rucksack's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:11
Rucksack
@Jim

I for one support your quest for cynical content!
Schmo0zle's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:16
Schmo0zle
I'm pretty sure the "Europeans getting gyped" thing has something to do with a still-demolished Nazi supply line from the 1940's or something.

Just a hypothesis.
ZanyIce's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:20
ZanyIce
Everyone I know with a Wii has already chipped it and pirated SSBB or is about to. There really is no excuse for a 4 month delay.
jdub28's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:25
jdub28
Im not saying its ok but Brawl has basically Nintendos wole history in the game. Its not like an rpg where you are simply translating text. Boxart, release history, the descriptions for the trophies and maybe the trophies themselves, and voice work for pokemon and ATs.

The only people that I think have a legitimate right to pirate are Australians. I dont really understand why you guys have to wait so long or as long as PAL.
Excel-2011's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:27
Excel-2011
GAMETRADERS ROBINA
Jim Sterling's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:31
Jim Sterling
"Im not saying its ok but Brawl has basically Nintendos wole history in the game. Its not like an rpg where you are simply translating text. Boxart, release history, the descriptions for the trophies and maybe the trophies themselves, and voice work for pokemon and ATs. "

But ... that IS still translating all text. Your argument holds no water whatsoever.

No, a more sensible argument is Metal Gear Solid 4, which has a shitload of subtitle text AND voiceovers, and is being released WORLDWIDE on the same day.

Konami can do it.

Nintendo can't.

And that's fucked up.
Tamz's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:32
Tamz
Pretty damn ridiculous frankly, I was hyped for Smash Bros but now I just don't care, Nintendo have missed their window I've lost interest and it's not like I'll miss being mentally scarred by the piss poor excuse for online play.
3r0t1c n3rd's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:34
3r0t1c n3rd
@Jdub28:

I think that's a phoney argument. If Nintendo isn't capable of a worldwide release, that's just bad planing and management. And if they don't want to, that's even worse.
Yuphrum's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:37
Yuphrum
Meh, at least its after my exams so I'll have something to look forward to...
Jamie McGinn's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:38
Jamie McGinn
I won't be buying this game on principle now, I was mildly interested in it during the hype, but I honestly don't really care that much about it.

I do think it's pretty disrespectful they way Nintendo has "handled" this situation. Have they even given us a reason behind the delay? Sure we can speculate, but have *they* told us?

I may wind up selling my Wii now, there isn't much I play on it, and the games I have played were basically GameCube ports.

The fact that Europe is getting this game almost half a year later is disturbing.
The fact that Australia still doesn't have a release date is confusing and aggravating.
deaddays's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:39
deaddays
Nintendo hatred is a must if you want to be cool on this site.
mandlebaum123's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:41
mandlebaum123
My argument makes perfect sense. Your pageviews (like they prove anything) don't make you any less of a whiny, unfunny cunt.
Shin Oni's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:42
Shin Oni
I think it's strange (and funny.) how sony shuts down the lik sang website and people in Europe still support the PS3 (and sony.) rather strongly.

Nintendo phails to release some big hittin games earlier than they should and they get the "fuck you" card.It's awesome and shows how badly Nintendo's marketing is screwing up outside of Japan.
Jim Sterling's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:42
Jim Sterling
"I do think it's pretty disrespectful they way Nintendo has "handled" this situation. Have they even given us a reason behind the delay? Sure we can speculate, but have *they* told us?"

They've given us two different excuses, one of which was a ridiculous "cannot meet demand" argument. I can't remember the other one, but it was equally stupid.

Can't meet demand? No way is this fucking game going to outsell GTA IV which is released ummmmm this week!?
3r0t1c n3rd's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:43
3r0t1c n3rd
No, it's a must have if you are European.

I thinl part of the reason why Nintendo does this, is because they know the average consumer si going to buy the game nevertheless.
The Rotting Zombie's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:46
The Rotting Zombie
Daddy Nintendo why you hate us so? Why you lock us in the celler so much Daddy?
3r0t1c n3rd's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:46
3r0t1c n3rd
@Shin Oi: The Playstation is still a very strong brand and a synoyme for video game console in Europe. Most people just think "Hey, Playstation. I know that! Must be good!" and buy the thing.
Grapefruit Juice's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:47
Grapefruit Juice
All the more time for euros to practice "slapping you’re your palm against the controller like a circus seal"
Chicken008's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:53
Chicken008
That old game..seems like I've owned it for years..
slayoyayo's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:54
slayoyayo
hey i dunno maybe it has to do with DISTRIBUTION OR SUPPLY/PRODUCTION issues? Or did you ever take into consideration the fact that Europe has WAY more countries than the other regions and that somehow that just maybe miiiight factor into distribution issues?? Nintendo is a company that wants to make as much profit as possible. Stop taking things so fucking personal you idiot. Nintendo doesnt owe you anything, if you dont like Nintendo then stop trying so hard to like them and just get over it.
Hoodie's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:56
Hoodie
Maybe it's a server issue? We all saw the problems with the US launch- imagine if you threw Europe into the mix. Still, I feel your pain guys. Brawl is really fun, contrary to the opinion of all the jaded "hardcores" on this site. Plus LOOK AT SQUIRTLE HE'S SO FREAKING CUTE!!!!11!!!1
Cube's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:58
Cube
and everybody in the rest of the world don't care.
BigKev's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 10:58
BigKev
Meh, i already BOUGHT it with a freeloader. As long as they dont update the wii into a non-freeloader zone, i am not angry, brawl is still awesome, and people who are saying they will avoid it now are cutting off their nose to yada yada cliche.
Jamie McGinn's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 11:01
Jamie McGinn
@slayoyayo

Yes, It must take almost half a year to get those copies over to Europe. It's a long long trip.

Don't even think about getting them to Australia, I'm pretty sure Nintendo are having to invent some kind of Quantum Space/Time distorting portal to reach there.
Jim Sterling's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 11:07
Jim Sterling
"Go to hell Sterling,"

No.

"all your posts are bitching about something or another"

http://www.destructoid.com/dear-namco-interplay-don-t-screw-up-82996.phtml
http://www.destructoid.com/latest-metal-gear-solid-4-trailer-83092.phtml
http://www.destructoid.com/new-zeno-clash-screens-it-s-that-game-you-ve-all-forgotten-about--82949.phtml
http://www.destructoid.com/splatterhouse-will-be-for-ps3-360-more-or-less-confirmed-82896.phtml
http://www.destructoid.com/oh-yeah-new-earthworm-jim-as-well-82820.phtml

All of these positive posts disagree with you.

"and if you do fancy yourself a gaming journalist, your bias nature fucks that up."

I'm not a games journalist. I can be as biased as I want and you will just have to learn to get the fuck over it.

"Is hype the only reason you play games? Are you that big of a loser that you need to trash everything and create controversy rather then posting the clear and present facts about why you enjoy playing games."

Your bias against my posts fuck up this argument. rofl.

"Its sucks that Brawl was pushed back in Europe but there must be a reason."

They've given two conflicting reasons that have no logical merit.

"You just arent that good of a journalist to find that out."

I'm not a journalist.

"You just prey on the anger of people and hope that gets you lots of posts."

I don't have to hope for it when there are people like you around.

"So don't play the game on principle alone, no one will be hurt if you dont it's only you that misses out, not the hype train."

You misread my point. I'm not interested in the game regardless, but on principle, I want to speak up for my European counterparts who DO want it and are shafted. I also want Europeans who feel shafted to speak with their wallets and their imports.

"Also what kind of loser uses pageviews as a viable argument for anything."

Someone who has a SHITLOAD of pageviews.
BlackSheep's Avatar - Comment posted on 04/24/2008 11:11
BlackSheep
^^^^^^^

i love jim.
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