News Article

USA WiiWare Update: Snowboard Riot & Lonpos

Posted Mon, 02 Feb 2009 by Darren Calvert

I predict a riot!

I predict a riot!

Great news for snowboarding fans today as Hudson’s Snowboard Riot is up for grabs for 1000 Wii points. This game looks like it has it all, racing action, weapons to slow down your opponents, Balance Board support and most importantly online competition! We think it looks like potentially one of the most exciting WiiWare games of the year, but you’ll have to wait for our review in a couple of days to discover if this is really the case. Until then why not check out the official site to help you decide if you want to take a chance on it before our review?

Today’s other game will challenge your mind rather than your reflexes. Lonpos is a logic puzzle game in which the player must fit a fixed number of beaded game pieces of various shapes, to fill a set area such as a rectangle or pyramid. The actual board game is quite popular in Japan and the WiiWare translation is not bad as we found out when it hit Europe two weeks ago, but it’s not really in the same league as the best of WiiWare’s puzzle titles. You’ll probably instinctively know if this is a game you will enjoy or not, no doubt.

On the Virtual Console this week another forgotten Master System game is hoping to get your attention. Sonic Chaos came very late in the day in the Master System’s lifetime, sadly it isn’t the best Sonic game on the system. One for hardcore Sonic fans only perhaps!

Tags: WiiWare, North American Releases, Hudson, Nintendo.

User Comments

QuarterRoy00

1. QuarterRoy00 United States 02 Feb 2009, 13:14 GMT

Nice Kaiser Chiefs reference in you screenshot caption for Snowboard Riot

bwaybuddy26

2. bwaybuddy26 United States 02 Feb 2009, 13:15 GMT

Well... Snowboard Riot looks good. Looking forward to next week, when the real fun begins! (LIT)

Tony

3. Tony United States 02 Feb 2009, 13:17 GMT

I think Lonpos is going to get lost in the crowded see of puzzle games on Wii Ware. Can't see this one up on the top 20 for a long time

It will be interesting to see how Snowboard Riot turns out

WiiGuy

4. WiiGuy United States 02 Feb 2009, 13:18 GMT

I'll have to wait to see what snowboard Riot turns out to be before i buy it

themortalangel

5. themortalangel United States 02 Feb 2009, 13:32 GMT

I've been looking forward to this, Snow board Riot looks to be a def must. Will wait for the review, but i really want a boarding game, so I may get it either way.

Pablo17

6. Pablo17 United States 02 Feb 2009, 13:40 GMT

I am really interested in Snowboard Riot. I will probably wait for the review though. It is too bad that there isn't a way for review sites to get these games prior to their release dates. It would be nice to get reviews when the game is released.

Of course since we rarely know what is even coming out, that is asking for a lot.

LinktotheFuture

7. LinktotheFuture United States 02 Feb 2009, 13:49 GMT

Snowboard riot could be awesome, or horrible. I am anxiously awaiting the review.

Starwolf_UK

8. Starwolf_UK United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 13:58 GMT

Can't see this one up on the top 20 for a long time
By a long time do you mean ever? Seriously it seems most WiiWare released these days will never see light of the top 20. Its a shame we don't get real sales numbers so we have no clue how they are getting on.

Nobarai

9. Nobarai United States 02 Feb 2009, 14:05 GMT

I hope Snowboard Riot is any good. It looks really fun...

Pablo17

10. Pablo17 United States 02 Feb 2009, 14:10 GMT

From watching a video of this, it looks like there is no option for just the wiimote?

I thought that Shawn White Road Trip did a fantastic job of just using the wiimote. I am to the point now, where I hate using the nunchuck for any type of racing game.

KnucklesSonic8

11. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 14:14 GMT

YES!!!! I was right!! I've been waiting for this! Must-buy! Can't wait to face you guys online! :D

I'm so excited! Can't wait till 12:00. :)

As for Lonpos, I don't know if it's for me for not.... I hear that the 800-Point price tag can be barely justified. But I heard the game has Online Play so at least there's that. :) I may hold off because I need the Points for other WiiWare titles forthcoming in the next couple weeks (i.e., most predominantly, Evasive space and whatever surprises Nintendo has in store for us).

Sonic Chaos isn't that bad. But I'm not getting it because I have it on Gems Collection. In fact, I kinda expected it to come this Monday.

tkubas1

12. tkubas1 United States 02 Feb 2009, 15:09 GMT

I didn't know snow board riot had online, if it gets a 8 i'll think about it, and if it it gets a 9 or 10 Its an easy download

KnucklesSonic8

13. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 15:15 GMT

You didn't know that? lol. It was mentioned since it was announced. That's why I've been looking forward to it so much.

Tony

14. Tony United States 02 Feb 2009, 15:47 GMT

@ Starwolf
Yeah it may show up one week if lucky. According to a IGN Nintendo voice podcast 2-3 weeks ago they said a some developers were dissapointed with the sales of their games. But no official sales records have been released. I agree it would be nice to know.

-TR

15. -TR United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 16:10 GMT

Bah! I thought it was comnig out here earlier!

Ricardo91

16. Ricardo91 United States 02 Feb 2009, 16:12 GMT

Love the Kaiser Chiefs reference!

I might look at Snowboard Riot if it turns out to be good (sounds promising so far), but I'm not getting near Lonpos.

Wiiloveit

17. Wiiloveit United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 16:27 GMT

Oh look, you got Lonpos and Snowboard Riot - both games that us Europeans already own. Oh no - but wait, what happened to Snowboard Riot? Oh yes, I remember, Nintendo were too stubborn to release it in Januray like Hudson wanted (or Hudson switched the date with SAMEGAME, either way - we should still have it).
Hope it's good, and can't wait for alla yours opinions.

KnucklesSonic8

18. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 16:40 GMT

@Pablo17: Yep. SW SBDG is awesome! :D
@Wiiloveit: Yep. I was told January as well. >_>

worrybomb

19. worrybomb United States 02 Feb 2009, 16:48 GMT

Oh man. I was expecting SAMEGAME to appear this week. Now Dazza is 50/50 with predictions. Darn you Nintendo! It's bad enough you mixed up Hudson release dates but now you screwed with Dazza's predictions!!?? =P

As for Snowboard Riot, it looks like it'll be a fun game but I'll wait for a review before purchasing. Lonpos, I can do without.

Dazza

20. Dazza United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 17:02 GMT

@worrybomb - Oh well, you can't grumble that Snowboard Riot came out today, I think it should be pretty decent. I was right about the Evasive Space press release also, so my physic predictions are almost intact! lol

How do all you Americans know of the Kaiser Chiefs? :D

Wiiloveit

21. Wiiloveit United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 17:04 GMT

@Dazza: Okay: this is the real test: what's going to happen to me over the space of the coming week?
Oh, and I was thinking the same thing about the Kaiser Chiefs. Leeds FTW!

Dazza

22. Dazza United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 17:11 GMT

@Wiiloveit - I will win the lotto! :-p

Note: Please post any friend codes you wish to swap for Snowboard Riot in this thread. If you haven't yet signed up to VC Forums, we recommend you do so.

KnucklesSonic8

23. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 17:12 GMT

I'm gonna go download it now. I'll tell everyone what I think and how many blocks it is.

Wiiloveit

24. Wiiloveit United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 17:15 GMT

@Dazza: if you actually did win the Lotto, that would be AWESOME. Also, and I'm asking you with this being my 1000th post here at WiiWare-World (I love you that much) ... what is actually going to happen to me over the next seven days? I know you know what.

KnucklesSonic8

25. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 17:20 GMT

@Wiiloveit: Congrats, bud! :)

Fleeman

26. Fleeman Canada 02 Feb 2009, 17:22 GMT

Ok its offical Feburary is the best Wiiware month ever

Shadx

27. Shadx Canada 02 Feb 2009, 17:25 GMT

No to both. SR just isn't for me and Sonic Chaos can be played on Sonic Adventure DX.

Wiiloveit

28. Wiiloveit United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 17:29 GMT

@Shadx: You might not be interested in it, but there was a third game as well, you know.

KnucklesSonic8

29. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 17:35 GMT

@ShadX: Exactly. that's why I'm not getting Chaos.

@Fleeman: Sure looks that way. I love this year's WiiWare schedule thus far. Awesome.

Guys, Snowboard Riot is 217 Blocks and Lonpos is 125 Blocks. Downloading SR now! :D

Pablo17

30. Pablo17 United States 02 Feb 2009, 17:43 GMT

Looking forward to reading some impressions for SBR. I know that Snowboard Riot is four players online, is it four player split screen as well?

PiratePete

31. PiratePete United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 18:05 GMT

Awesome! Greatly anticipating the review. This, World of Goo (sorry!), Mario Golf and Guitar Hero World Tour and (when I get it)Rock Band 2 DLC are the current downloads I want. Roll on 4th July (saving for a holiday. And i just got Korg DS-10!)

-TR

32. -TR United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 18:08 GMT

So any word of whether us Europians will be getting this in a fortnight?

Wiiloveit

33. Wiiloveit United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 18:10 GMT

@-TR: I don't see why we shouldn't - let's keep our fingers crossed that Ninty doesn't pull one over us again here.

Corbie

34. Corbie United States 02 Feb 2009, 18:10 GMT

Can't wait to see the review for Snowboard Riot. I've long been curious as to how this one was going to turn out. :)

Shadx

35. Shadx Canada 02 Feb 2009, 18:49 GMT

28. Wiiloveit: Oh yeah. No to that too.

KnucklesSonic8

36. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 19:05 GMT

Hey guys. Was playing online. Online integration is quite good. I really like the presentation of the game. :)

If you guys wanna know anything about it, lemme know. lol.

longtimegamer

37. longtimegamer United States 02 Feb 2009, 19:12 GMT

@KnucklesSonic- Is there any story at all? Do you have to earn differant gear or is the gear available from the start?

AlexSays

38. AlexSays United States 02 Feb 2009, 19:26 GMT

So KnucklesSonic, if you had to give the game a score between one and five million...

Shaoran

39. Shaoran Germany 02 Feb 2009, 19:30 GMT

How many Courses SR have?

KnucklesSonic8

40. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 19:35 GMT

So far, there are 4 Courses. Dunno if there are any unlockables but I'm fine if there are only 4.

@AlexSays: lol. :P

@longtimegamer: It's very "pick-up-and-play" if you know what I mean. You just jump right in. I haven't really played 1P so yeah... But Time Attacks are ranked too so that's great to see. The WFC Support is certainly welcomed in this game. And yes, I have a BB so that's another big reason for me getting it. :D

PiratePete

41. PiratePete United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 19:36 GMT

The main question is really, "KnucklesSonic, is Snowboard Riot worth a download? Thank you."

KnucklesSonic8

42. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 19:46 GMT

lol. Well in my humble opinion, the answer is a resounding yes. But whether or not you trust my judgment is up to you.

It's worth 1,000 Points for it's BB and WFC Support alone.
I have come across some issues, I won't lie. But they're overshadowed by the enjoyment I get from the game. :) WFC Racers are definitely not boring. They're quite eventful. I did about 4 rounds before quitting for a bit. I had to do a couple things. I'll be heading back shortly.

The game takes a while to get used to so don't expect to get it off the bat. Don't write it off so quickly, either. This is a game you need time and patience for, something I'm always prepared to give games. It's like Skate It for Wii. Although I haven't tried it yet (I really want to), I've been hearing that for those that give it enough time to get used to the controls, then there's a great game hidden beneath. I think some principles can be derived for SR too. :)

I'll be heading back shortly but I'll be back again later if you guys have more questions.

AlexSays

43. AlexSays United States 02 Feb 2009, 19:49 GMT

I have come across some issues, I won't lie.

Which include? lol
Talk about a cliffhanger.

Kenji510

44. Kenji510 United States 02 Feb 2009, 19:52 GMT

Not a bad week and i guess ill go for the Lonpos game, looks pretty interesting and my type of game to play too! :)

Wiiloveit

45. Wiiloveit United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 19:53 GMT

@KS8: Actually, I'm quite interested to hear your response to AlexSays' question: after all, you did say anything.
Also: only four courses? Well, that's a disappointment, although what with all the other features, I suppose I'm not allowed to complain *sigh.

PiratePete

46. PiratePete United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 19:58 GMT

Score! Thanks very much. It does look quite good in videos as well. Any specific score you would award it, or am I too early to ask that?

KnucklesSonic8

47. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 20:04 GMT

A little too early to tell for a score, yep. But definitely AT LEAST a 7, imo. I'm bordering on an 8 but like I said, I haven't exlpored the game thoroughly to judge it fairly.

@Kenji: It's a great week, imo. If you get Lonpos, tell me what you think. I'm still on the fence. And if you have it, that's more reason to get it since I'll have someone to face. ;)

@AlexSays: Yes! You were paying attention! lol. :P Well how's this? When I get back, then I'll get to my complaints. :P I need to play more anyways before I can classify certain things as complaints. I'm still not 100% used to the game.

@Wiiloveit: lol. 4 courses isn't disappointing, imo. The game has enough content to surpass some other WiiWare games that are unjustifiably priced at 1,000 Points, imo (stares at SPOGS Racing). And yeah, the other features of the game make up for it. Like I said, it's possible there are more courses. But when I went straight online, there were 4 available for selection. Who knows. It could be like some other Wi-fi games on DS where you can't pick a certain level online until you've unlocked it but others who have the stage unlocked can. I dunno. It's possible. :P

The game has a pretty big learning curve, though. I'll say that also. Like I said, don't expect to pick it up instantly. Although the mode is straightforward, the actual gameplay really is crazy. There's a lot to remember (e.g., items, your shield, and tricks).

Pablo17

48. Pablo17 United States 02 Feb 2009, 20:19 GMT

Sorry if I missed it.
Is there local, four player split screen?

Bahamut ZERO

49. Bahamut ZERO United States 02 Feb 2009, 20:20 GMT

Nothing here for me really. But Ill wait for the Snowboard review to be sure ;)

thewiirocks

50. thewiirocks United States 02 Feb 2009, 20:35 GMT

> Snowboarding... weapons to slow down your opponents

There's something you don't see every day...

KnucklesSonic8

51. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 20:38 GMT

@thewiirocks: Premise of using weapons such as missiles originated from Snowboard Kids on the N64, one of the many games I REALLY want to appear on the VC. It's a great game and I have many memories. Anyway, Hudson developed SBK and SBK2 and later SBKDS so it's only natural that this WiiWare game has a similar system.

@Pablo17: I can double check that for you. I'm pretty sure. Don't see why not when you face 4 People online.

tatemon555

52. tatemon555 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 20:54 GMT

A new Sonic game AND Snowboard Riot? I wonder what wonders will come next week along with LIT...

Pablo17

53. Pablo17 United States 02 Feb 2009, 21:29 GMT

@AKnuckles Sonic8
I just found a video that states that it is only two players offline but let me know if you find out something different. I was really hoping for a four player split screen mode.

KnucklesSonic8

54. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 21:39 GMT

@Pablo17: Yeah, on the Nintendo Channel video, it DOES say 2P Races. I was gonna mention that but yep, I'll double check.

@tatemon555: New Sonic game? It's Sonic Chaos. And it's not even that great. I was really hoping SSB64 would come today. Anyway, we know it WONT be Evasive Space since that's on the 16th, week after. :D

Anyone care to speculate?
And with that, I finally head back to Snowboard Riot. :P

PiratePete

55. PiratePete United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 22:06 GMT

This could be WiiWare game number 3 for me! LostWinds was the first. Good but oh-so short. After the first and only boss, I thought, "cool it's starting now!" The credits came. I just sat with an open mouth.

Bomberman Blast defies awesome. Open field, all speed on countdown, minimum 4 players. All hell broke loose.

So what will be third? On the 4th of July I hope to get World of Goo and Snowboard Riot (and Rock Band 2 with lots of DLC. Duran Duran!) Mario Golf too. Gah! So many games!

KnucklesSonic8

56. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 22:40 GMT

Keep going, PP! There are plenty of great WiiWare games. I have over 15. lol.

I'm here, waiting for people to come online.

In other news, 'm currently the #1 guy online for Battle! I'm the only one with an A Rank. :o Everyone else is at a B.

longtimegamer

57. longtimegamer United States 02 Feb 2009, 23:01 GMT

@KnucklesSonic-Still exciting?

Terranigma

58. Terranigma United Kingdom 02 Feb 2009, 23:01 GMT

Hopefully, we'll get Snowboard Riot soon. I'd hope so. As for Lonpos, i guess you had to get it sometime, so it's out of the way now.

KnucklesSonic8

59. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 23:03 GMT

@longtimegamer: What do you mean, "still exciting"?
*runs back to TV to face online opponents. lol.

Oh and playing with CPU's online in replacement of missing people is a nice addition. The CPU's are pretty good and they make things interesting. They actually attack you when you're ahead so the other human opponents at the back of the pack can get ahead.

longtimegamer

60. longtimegamer United States 02 Feb 2009, 23:06 GMT

@KnucklesSonic-Finding anything new in the game? Seems like you're still having fun.
Did You play high voltages race game? If so. How's this compare?

KnucklesSonic8

61. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 23:18 GMT

@longtimegamer: Yep, I bought HVHRS. How do you want me to compare them? Like in terms of difficulty? What specifically do you wanna know?

Keep in mind, it's kinda unfair since HVHRS didn't have online play. lol. But if you want, when I compare them after you reply, I'll ignore online play.

Toddr

62. Toddr Canada 02 Feb 2009, 23:24 GMT

@ KnucklesSonic8
Isn't snowboard riot 271 blocks, not 217?

KnucklesSonic8

63. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 02 Feb 2009, 23:29 GMT

Yeah, you're right. My mistake. Blame my quick fingers. XD
But yep, it's 271 it's just my fingers mixed up the two numbers.
See the game page for SR, Toddr. I replied to your comment there.

longtimegamer

64. longtimegamer United States 03 Feb 2009, 00:48 GMT

@KnucklesSonic8-Well it has 4 tracks. Is there alot of short cuts and such?
I heard the high voltage racer was pretty good but too easy on all difficultys. How's the difficulty on this? Are the tracks fairly long? Any cool moments?

SRPirate

65. SRPirate United States 03 Feb 2009, 01:09 GMT

@KnucklesSonic- Are you still only one with A rank? That's sweet, prob get this game VERY SOON, lol.

KnucklesSonic8

66. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 03 Feb 2009, 01:30 GMT

@SRP = Actually, now I have an AA Rank. And yep, everyone else has a B. I've even seen a C. :D

@longtimegamer: Difficulty definitely higher than Hot Rod Show. Tracks are straightforward and follow a design akin to Snowboard Kids on the N64. Go to the bottom of the hill then a teleporter brings you to the top. Yes, tracks are pretty long. And FTR, Hot Rod Show wasn't THAT easy.

longtimegamer

67. longtimegamer United States 03 Feb 2009, 02:15 GMT

@KnucklesSonic-Do you think this is worth the money you paid?

Do you still play the High voltage one too?

KnucklesSonic8

68. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 03 Feb 2009, 02:29 GMT

@longtimegamer: NO DOUBT. No srsly, I don't regret my purchase one bit! Definitely worth 1,000 Points. There's other WiiWare games priced at 1,000 Points and they're just not worth it. This is, imho but that's just me. See on the game page that I participated in my first 4P Race more than an hour ago before I had to get off. It was so much fun. It's a lot better when you can find 4 Humans rather than having CPU fillers. I'm not saying it's not enjoyable with CPU fillers. Because it is. I just find 4P Races more frantic. With CPU fillers, I'm ahead and when my speed drops, those are the times I wonder where everyone else is... and not even 10 seconds later I get hit by 1 missile and while I'm down, another missile, then a computer zips by whilst using the boost mechanic so I'm knocked down again. XD

But srsly, with 4P I had a great time. I can't wait to play again. I REALLY wanna play right now. I wish I could. :(

High Voltage is 1,000 too. And if you're debating between getting both, get Snowboard Riot.

High Voltage = Yep, I still play. I had a multiplayer session not too long ago. One didn't like it, one did. It was fun. :) Snowboard Riot surpasses it though.

longtimegamer

69. longtimegamer United States 03 Feb 2009, 02:33 GMT

@KnucklesSonic-Cool.Thanks.
Why cant you play now?

KnucklesSonic8

70. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 03 Feb 2009, 02:45 GMT

Tv's in use. :(
I would love to play if I could.
Got any more questions?

longtimegamer

71. longtimegamer United States 03 Feb 2009, 02:51 GMT

KnucklesSonic-No. Thanks. I may download this tonight. See how I do on it. Thanks for the feedback.

KnucklesSonic8

72. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 03 Feb 2009, 03:14 GMT

Awesome! If you do, lemme know! I'd love to add you on my Friend Roster! :D

Objection_Blaster

73. Objection_Blaster United States 03 Feb 2009, 03:35 GMT

The perfect end to an awful day. A Sonic game I have on a PS2 game I don't play, a crappy-looking and DLC-expensive puzzle game, and a racer that seems to derive much of it fun from online play (which my wii has always failed at for whatever reason.)
@KS8-Do the items or whatever feel cheap? The reason I lost interest in MK is because I was tired of winning by just using items and getting plowed by red/blue shells when I was about to win.

Mickeymac

74. Mickeymac United States 03 Feb 2009, 04:53 GMT

Well, these both suck, but who cares, Sonic's here! Yeah!...Now I just need Fantasy Zone II, and I can finally do that SMS day I wanted!

Virus

75. Virus United States 03 Feb 2009, 05:59 GMT

Well, this is an exciting update. While I value KnucklesSonic8's elaborate comments and such, I'll probably get Snowboard Riot if IGN and this site gives it favorable reviews (no offense KnucklesSonic8 :P). Gah, I really need a racing game; heck, I just want Snowboard Kids now...

KnucklesSonic8

76. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 03 Feb 2009, 14:54 GMT

@Obj_Blaster: I wouldn't say cheap but the items are fairly balanced. MKWii is worse, I'll say that. lol. But you will be a target (as with any other racing game) once you hit 1st place.

@Mickeymac: Nice way to write off Snowboard Riot so quickly. <_< Your loss.

@Virus: None taken! I'm a big fan of SBK and as I mentioned earlier, it's one of the games I've been really wanting to hit the VC. This game is great.

longtimegamer

77. longtimegamer United States 03 Feb 2009, 15:31 GMT

@KnucklesSonic8- I got it late last night. Played some on my own. I tried to look for players online but, didn't find any at that time. I played at least the first two tracks. Probably should practice the other two before I go online, just to know the layout. I guess I'll have to post my friend code on the link that Dazza provided.
By the way I saw that someone apparently got your topspot last night. Better get it back.:)

PiratePete

78. PiratePete United Kingdom 03 Feb 2009, 16:11 GMT

@ KnucklesSonic8: I agree! My friend had all the N64 SBK games! The frying pan was great. Good laugh at that. Actually imho, SBK beats MK64. Honestly, I don't like that game. It had few good tracks, but the handling felt awfullt clunky. Thats why Double Dash!! rocks. And Baby Park. It wasn't the same on MK DS...

Sooooo, yes KnucklesSonic8 you've pretty much sold me on getting it. Although you'll have to wait until
1. EU release (groan)
2. When I get money. I just got Korg DS-10 and I'm saving for a holiday. 4th of July could be when I get it. And you'll probably be bored of it by then.

-TR

79. -TR United Kingdom 03 Feb 2009, 16:13 GMT

I realy want this game now. Bah.

longtimegamer

80. longtimegamer United States 03 Feb 2009, 16:19 GMT

Still waiting to access my new forum account, so that I can put up my friendcode for SBR. Guess I'm going to play some for now.

PiratePete

81. PiratePete United Kingdom 03 Feb 2009, 16:21 GMT

@ longtimegamer: what are your thoughts on this game? KnucklesSonic8 already confirmed that I'm getting it, but other opinions are welcomed to.

KnucklesSonic8

82. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 03 Feb 2009, 16:22 GMT

@PiratePete: Awesome! Glad I could help! Lemme know when you DO get it, okay? I dunno HOW you'll let me know though. Either on the game page or through the VC Reviews Friend Code page.

@longtimegamer: Can't wait to get your FC! I tried this morning to find people, noone was online. :(

Pablo17

83. Pablo17 United States 03 Feb 2009, 17:12 GMT

@Knuckles Sonic8 Does online support split screen like Mario Kart? That feature tends to help fill up games.

Anyway...thanks for the impressions. If this was four player split screen I would have already purchased it. However, right now I am still undecided.

KnucklesSonic8

84. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 03 Feb 2009, 17:29 GMT

@Pablo17: Split screen...? Dunno what you mean... OH. Like if you were to have 2 people? I dunno if you can have 2 people online. Never tried. Dunno, TBH.

Yep, it's 2 Players. I think it's great. Online support + BB Support alone makes it worth 1000 imho.

longtimegamer

85. longtimegamer United States 03 Feb 2009, 17:31 GMT

@KnucklesSonic-Well they haven't sent an activation notic to my email yet. I don't know how long that takes.

@PiratePete-For one I think its got good music. It looks nice too. There's only 4 tracks: 1st for beginners, 2nd I don't recall, 3rd shortcuts, 4th advanced level.
It's not bad. The 4 different characters are better at different things and you can equip goggles to modify them. I think that there are only 3 types of goggles and what they modify is the same for each player.
The weapons and powers are cool. There were times when I'd get attack several times when I was trying to get up from an attack already.
One thing about the powers, read the manual because I think that one of the weapons (or powers) can attack you if you're in the lead and activate it.

I haven't got a chance to play online yet but the computer players keep you on your toes. So it's not too easy.

I'd say this game is pretty decent. You're probably going to want it for the online though ( unless you have a friend over. I don't know if you can unlock anything yet.
One more thing, I don't have a balanceboard, so I don't know how well that works.

☆☆☆Almost forgot, you can block attacks with your board. so thats cool. Also there is not alot of variety to what you can wear. I don't think you can change your board either, if I'm not mistaken.

Pablo17

86. Pablo17 United States 03 Feb 2009, 17:40 GMT

By split screen online, I was talking about two players (one system) playing online against other players. (This option is in Mario Kart and a bunch of 360 games and is usually called a guest feature)

It helps fill up games because you are at least bringing two players into a game. I have been reading where people can't find other players to play against. This feature would probably help out. (Or at least help games have 3 or 4 players in them).

PiratePete

87. PiratePete United Kingdom 03 Feb 2009, 17:43 GMT

@ longtimegamer: thanks for the first impressions there! I'll add my FC to Dazza's link at some stage, so if I find you or KnucklesSonic8 posting when I am, I'll let you know its there, Alternativly just ask whenever I'm posting (I might forget to post it)

Stratos

88. Stratos United States 03 Feb 2009, 19:03 GMT

IGN's Nintendo Podcast said that the game has horrible rubber-band AI.
So perhaps multiplayer is the way to go.

@Pablo17
Bomberman WW has the guest feature as well.

KnucklesSonic8

89. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 03 Feb 2009, 21:36 GMT

PiratePete: Me and LTG have been playing online for over 2 hours!! It's that fun. I only left because I was busy. 4P Races were AWESOME. I had such a great time. I never would've thought I'd play the game online that long. I ALWAYS had people joining and leaving the match. So it wasn't always just us two. But me and LTG were always there. Then this good guy named Charlie came along and he made things more interesting. He's 3rd Highest on the tables.

In other news, I'm #1 again now with an SS Rank. :o Over 9000 Ranking points. AWESOME! :D I love playing this game.

Stratos = AI isn't that bad. They also said the game is frustrating but so is MKWii. Don't trust everything IGNorant says. >_>

Bomberman's online mode falls below this imo.

@Pablo17: Finding people isn't a problem now! :D Not many had it at the start I guess.

Terranigma

90. Terranigma United Kingdom 03 Feb 2009, 21:44 GMT

Considering the weather Britain currently is getting, I'm surprised it's the US who got Snowboard riot first. I honestly think this game would go well with current conditions

longtimegamer

91. longtimegamer United States 03 Feb 2009, 22:30 GMT

Does anyone know how long it takes to get a varification email from vc forum? I can't seem to be able to leave a reply so I can post my friend code for SBR.

@knucklesSonic8-Good game online. I'm getting trashed right now. Had to stop to call someone and eat. Going back soon.

SRPirate

92. SRPirate United States 03 Feb 2009, 23:14 GMT

@KnucklesSonic- AA rank? That's crazy. So it's definately worth the points you paid for it?

SRPirate

93. SRPirate United States 03 Feb 2009, 23:16 GMT

Also, what's your MKWii friend code? I gave you mine didnt I?

Mickeymac

94. Mickeymac United States 04 Feb 2009, 02:02 GMT

@KnucklesSonic8

What? I don't like snowboarding or Lonpos, so to me, this update sucks. However, I do love Sonic.

KnucklesSonic8

95. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 04 Feb 2009, 03:45 GMT

@SRPirate = Yeah you did. Been too into Snowboard Riot too add it. lol. I'll message you with my FC on Wii, don't worry. And yeah, I don't regret paying 1,000 Points AT ALL. The game's great especially Online! :D

@Mickeymac: Well, that's too bad because you've probably missed out on SSX Blur, Shaun White Snowboarding, this and the list goes on.... Even if something doesn't appeal to you, that doesn't necessarily mean an update "sucks". Like I'm not 100% unto LIT but does that still mean the update sucks? lol. Maybe not the greatest example but y'know what I mean. :P

KnucklesSonic8

96. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 04 Feb 2009, 04:26 GMT

Oh and guys, wait for WWW's Review. Do not let IGN's review sway you. Their review for the game didn't have much thought go into it in the first place and secondly, I completely disagree with what they're saying and the game deserves at least a 7.5, AT LEAST. The game gets more than an 8.0 in my book, though.

If you're wondering about the game, let me know. Please. I'd hate to see people not try out this great game just because the less-than-excellent "IGN" says the game is "Medicore" when it's SO not. And I'm not the only one who thinks this way. Those on WWW who have this can testify plus, someone in the comments for their review make similar comments as well.

accc

97. accc United States 04 Feb 2009, 05:18 GMT

Yeah that IGN review was pretty dumb, they pretty much glazed over the multiplayer aspect and mostly just griped about the game's single player even though the multiplayer is clearly the focus of the game.

kendolink

98. kendolink United States 04 Feb 2009, 06:44 GMT

@ accc = Yea, IGN badly missed that point of the game. When you first go on the game the first option is Nintendo WFC. I myself am enjoying the game a lot, so much that I am the highest rank on it to show my love for this game. :) Though yea, I wish there was some more options or at least more people online. Right now there is an ok amount of players online, just waiting for everyone to get the money to purchase it. But overall I would give it at least a 7, but never a 5.5.

Twilight Crow

99. Twilight Crow Mexico 04 Feb 2009, 07:41 GMT

@KS8
Wow, you really like this game right?, I hadn't commented cause I wasn't interested on this weeks games, not a bad week though, and Snowboard Riot seems better than I thoght, the only snowboard game I've liked so far is Snowboaed Kids, so your comments took me from not even consider this to putting in on my DL list ;), btw did you get my MKWii friend code right? I haven't been able to catch you online.

Falk Sturmfels

100. Falk Sturmfels Germany 04 Feb 2009, 09:58 GMT

@KS8: As a german I have to wait for this game, but tell me (or somebody else): The time attack mode. How is this online? Is there a rank list? How big is the rank list? 10, 100, or what? Any clues, how long your record is saved? For me, thats one of the most funniest parts on Mario Kart Wii. Working again and again with the track, getting faster each turn.
Thanks for comments.

Tony

101. Tony United States 04 Feb 2009, 13:45 GMT

"How do all you Americans know of the Kaiser Chiefs?"

I have heard them at the gym where I work out. They have play bands from the UK all of the time. Remember its a small world after all :)

longtimegamer

102. longtimegamer United States 04 Feb 2009, 16:22 GMT

I don't see anyone online to race. If anyone wants to race me my friend code is finally up.

KnucklesSonic8

103. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 04 Feb 2009, 23:32 GMT

@Twilight Crow: I don't remember adding you! :o

@longtimegamer: I was online for an hour from 2:00PM onwards. Best times I'm finding to find people to play are 12:00, 2:00, 4:00.

@accc: Exactly! In fact, they kept complaining about certain things but it was VERY obvious they didn't spend much time with the game. I admitted that at times, things can get a bit ridiculous like Mario Kart but obviously, they must not realize that there's a shield and such a concept as gasps dodging for a reason. They've obviously overlooked that. And they barely credited the game for it's BB Support. I've been disliking IGN's reviews as of late. Highly IGNorant with this game more so than usual. >_>

@Falk Sturmfels: I'm a heavy TA'er myself so I can understand your concerns. Yep, there's a Ranking List. All the Ranking Lists show the Top 10 players. Since I'm IN the Top 10 (2nd place) right now, I don't know if it'll show the players near to you if you were say #30, for example. Your records are always saved so I don't get the second part of your question.

@kendolink: Kendo? Is that you? So YOU'RE the top banana right now. lol. How's it feel to be the first to reach 10,000 Ranking Points, hm? I'm pretty close myself.

kendolink

104. kendolink United States 05 Feb 2009, 01:43 GMT

@KS8 = It's fun, though I really can't stop playing or I might lose my spot. lol. But yea it's a good game, it just takes some getting used to.

Twilight Crow

105. Twilight Crow Mexico 05 Feb 2009, 04:16 GMT

@KS8
No, problem ;) here's my friend code again:
4682-9680-9610
I hope we get to play together soon.:)

Mickeymac

106. Mickeymac United States 05 Feb 2009, 05:52 GMT

@KnucklesSonic8

Games that don't appeal to me whatsoever = update sucks for me.

Now, back to Sonic!

Ricardo91

107. Ricardo91 United States 05 Feb 2009, 16:25 GMT

"How do you Americans know about the Kaiser Chiefs?"

Two words: Music Choice!

Uh-oh. IGN's review of Snowboard Riot is up, and it didn't really do too well...

This one ain't well.

Pablo17

108. Pablo17 United States 05 Feb 2009, 16:51 GMT

When is the Wiiware-World review coming?

SilentJ

109. SilentJ United States 05 Feb 2009, 18:39 GMT

Ok. I finally decide to wait for the review for once but this is taking kinda long. Wouldn't it normally be up by now? Review please!

KnucklesSonic8

110. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 06 Feb 2009, 21:52 GMT

lol. Well, SilentJ, you can read our comments till then.

@Ricardo91: Like I mentioned before, IGN's review for the game is sub-par. Doesn't depict the game accurately at all. No way does the game deserve that score. AT LEAST a 7.

@Mickeymac: Well, I tried. lol. :P

@kendolink: Yeah, I know! You passed me on the charts! I gotta play more! :P

@Twilight Crow: Here's my Friend Code! 4768-7994-7902. Hope to add you ASAP! :D

longtimegamer

111. longtimegamer United States 07 Feb 2009, 02:08 GMT

KnucklesSonic - Did you get my friendcode? I copied 4 friend codes and each time I look online for joining friends, I dont see anyone.

SilentJ

112. SilentJ United States 07 Feb 2009, 17:43 GMT

The comments here all seem positive and I suppose there is no review coming so I just might end up buying it. Has anyone used the balance board on this?

Toddr

113. Toddr Canada 07 Feb 2009, 18:02 GMT

@ Silent J
I've used the balance board for this game and it is quite good. I personally find it a bit awkward because I'm used to playing skiing games with it which involve leaning left and right, and this you lean forward and backward, but it does work well.

Toddr

114. Toddr Canada 07 Feb 2009, 18:03 GMT

@ KnucklesSonic8 " Here's my Friend Code! 4768-7994-7902."
Mind if I add you to mariokart?

SilentJ

115. SilentJ United States 07 Feb 2009, 18:30 GMT

@Toddr
Thanks. I haven't used the balance board for anything other than wii fit so I really want to try it out on something else.

Toddr

116. Toddr Canada 07 Feb 2009, 18:52 GMT

No problem. If you like using the balance board for games I really recommend we ski. It's a great game and it only costs 30 dollars.

KnucklesSonic8

117. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 08 Feb 2009, 00:59 GMT

We Ski isn't that great. SilentJ, get Shaun White Snowboarding. It's great.

@Toddr: Sure thing!

@longtimegamer: Oh, maybe I didn't add your code, then! Give it to me again (or I'll check the thread if you don't reply).

Toddr

118. Toddr Canada 08 Feb 2009, 01:26 GMT

@KnucklesSonic8 "We Ski isn't that great."
Yeah, but it is 20 bucks less and it's quite fun just to ski around in.

WeeGee

119. WeeGee United States 08 Feb 2009, 02:41 GMT

Where are the reviews, these games came out last week!

Toddr

120. Toddr Canada 08 Feb 2009, 04:34 GMT

@KnucklesSonic8
My friend code is 3008 3258 4955

KnucklesSonic8

121. KnucklesSonic8 Canada 09 Feb 2009, 03:07 GMT

@Toddr: Can't argue there. lol. It was ambitious, but I have a hard time getting into it. Every time I tell myself to play it again, something/another game comes up in its place, in the end. :P

Don't forget to post your FC on VC Forums!

Toddr

122. Toddr Canada 09 Feb 2009, 03:17 GMT

Yep, already have. That's mine for mariokart so you can add me.

Leave A Comment

Please login to post a comment.