Midnight Release Party!

[KirbyHugger8D]

I'm getting a physical copy because I trust it more, I want the booklet, and I've had it preordered since the 3ds came out. Also I'd rather not start this game when it's all dark and such. I'm going to get up super early and force my mom to dive me to GameStop so I can buy it right away.

 

[Schim]

I'm getting physical because I can get it potentially $11 cheaper.

 

[NightFlame750]

Got 2 $20 Eshop cards for $12 each!!! Which means $16 cheaper total! Ha! Best...discount......EVER!!!!!!!

 

[Prof Gallows]

I'm very confused on all of these posts saying they trust the physical copies more.

What does trust have to do with a virtual or physical copy of the same exact thing?
regardless of if it's a hard copy or a downloaded one, it's still the same thing to the 3DS. The only difference is that the virtual one is all saved onto your 3DS/SD card instead of on the game cart.

If it's a matter of trust in regard of potential problems, I'd think that the physical copy would be worse. You could lose it, it could break/stop working. To me a downloaded one would be better because you can't lose it and the only way it can break is if you break your whole 3DS.

 

[Sam]

I'm very confused on all of these posts saying they trust the physical copies more.

What does trust have to do with a virtual or physical copy of the same exact thing?
regardless of if it's a hard copy or a downloaded one, it's still the same thing to the 3DS. The only difference is that the virtual one is all saved onto your 3DS/SD card instead of on the game cart.

If it's a matter of trust in regard of potential problems, I'd think that the physical copy would be worse. You could lose it, it could break/stop working. To me a downloaded one would be better because you can't lose it and the only way it can break is if you break your whole 3DS.

^This.

 

[Officer Berri]

For me I'm much more likely to break a handheld system than I am a game cartridge. And mt level of organization with games is that they are never outside their container if I'm not playing them. And the container is always on the shelf. The only way I could see me losing a cartridge is only possible if someone takes it from me.

I also like having the boxes neatly organized on a shelf~ :3

 

[SockHead]

Might actually download it now after reading Gallows post

 

[Prof Gallows]

Might actually download it now after reading Gallows post

This is the decision you were looking for. *waves hand*

 

[Tammyface]

I like to get a physical copy only because of the experience of going to the store, walking in, finding the game and holding it in your hand, paying, walking back to the car and then ripping it open and looking through the little booklet! It makes me so anxious and excited and it's what makes the release day so awesome and momentous I also wouldn't want to get it an midnight only because I'd get too tired around 3 a.m. and have to stop playing () and then be groggy the next day.

 

[PapaNer]

I'm very confused on all of these posts saying they trust the physical copies more.

What does trust have to do with a virtual or physical copy of the same exact thing?
regardless of if it's a hard copy or a downloaded one, it's still the same thing to the 3DS. The only difference is that the virtual one is all saved onto your 3DS/SD card instead of on the game cart.

If it's a matter of trust in regard of potential problems, I'd think that the physical copy would be worse. You could lose it, it could break/stop working. To me a downloaded one would be better because you can't lose it and the only way it can break is if you break your whole 3DS.

Although my decision is based completely on wanting a physical copy for the book and case, there are faults that can occur with a digital copy.

Initial downloads can always cause issue (though Nintendo has much fewer than other systems), and when filling up an SD card, you risk memory slowing down and thus lags and such with gameplay. Also if mistakes were made by Nintendo in the e-shop, and you download a game with problems, it can corrupt the entire drive, and, granted I'm positive Nintendo will let you re-download your game on a new SD card, it is still a bit of a hassle.

I never thought about these things for the 3DS. Being a tech guy, I just went in to read more. Most of the problems with corrupt cards seem more or less user error, and are at times full card lag. Most of the time it is a specific, avoidable problem, but even Nintendo makes mistakes.

But by all means, there is no doubt in my mind that downloading NL as opposed to buying a physical copy of NL will not bring you problems unless you are pushing the limits of your drive space. There is no real fear in a corrupted ACNL download.

 

[Torotix]

Plus if you're worried about speeds and whatnot, it doesn't cost that much to upgrade to a higher quality/faster SD card. I'll definitely be buying a new one before I download it.

I don't know why people are like "ohh but I want the box/booklet". Be honest people, how many of you leave your game boxes in your closet and never look at them again? And again, which nintendo games are actually given booklets these days? They give you a flyer, 2 pages at best. The manual is contained within the cartridge for digital viewing only. And since the strategy guide is confirmed, it seems silly to base your debate on wanting the box or booklet.
The only reason I can see someone choosing the cartridge copy is the price to be honest.

 

[Prof Gallows]

Dark Moon didn't even come with a booklet. It came with a little folded sheet of paper(surprisingly). A lot of games just came in the box and that's it, other than Nintendo games that come with the rewards code.

 

[Peoki]

There are pros and cons to buying the physical copy vs digital download. It all comes down to personal preference, I guess. I like having the game cases regardless of the lacking pamphlets and storing them away after removing the cart.

I'm against downloading full retail games off the eshop because Nintendo doesn't use an account system like the PSN Store, Steam, etc. I'll admit that it is much more convenient to have digital downloads as you'll have quicker access to all games, however I've had my DS system stolen before and I wouldn't want to re-purchase everything again if such a situation came up.

 

[Marky Mark]

I'm still on the fence about digital vs. physical, but personally I kind of like the enjoyment of going out and buying the game, and the anticipation of playing it when you get back home. It's nostalgic.

 

[PapaNer]

I know it may seem a bit silly, but seeing the box makes me much happier than just having it on my 3ds.

 

[Kip]

I know it may seem a bit silly, but seeing the box makes me much happier than just having it on my 3ds.

Yeah, i know how you feel. I love having the actual case, it adds to my collection.

 

[Officer Berri]

I like all the cases for the games I've bought. They're like trophies for me! Even though half of them haven't been beaten for various reasons. Hey, I'll get to them! I finally beat Sonic Riders after ignoring it for like... 6 years. And screwed up my thumb for a few weeks in the process!

Boxes just look nice. :3 It's just too bad Nintendo doesn't make booklets anymore. They were my favorite part of buying games outside the game itself! I had a little thing to carry around with me all the time and just read! Sometimes I STILL read the Population Growing booklet.

 

[Tammyface]

I don't know why people are like "ohh but I want the box/booklet". Be honest people, how many of you leave your game boxes in your closet and never look at them again?

.....I actually do sometimes LOL
I like to marvel at all the boxes and stuff

 

[Kip]

There ain't no way I'd stuff my precious animal crossing into a closet!

 

[Officer Berri]

I have a big ol' game rental store display shelf (grandparents used to run a video store when I was a baby) that I can fill with games! Why on earth would I throw em in a closet! Not that they'd fit in my closet.. |: