Hotel Dusk: Room 215 - Nobody Wants This Game To End... Ever...

[RelentlessRolento]

Hotel Dusk: Room 215

Trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYY3ocPMx9w


Extended Trailer (http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ds/awij/player.html?mv=movie_3d&width=626&height=430) <--- A Must Watch

US Site (http://www.nintendo.com/gamemini?gameid=uN12aToYOtUFtpNhWdKoxuWnyXw-wSJg)

Japanese Site (http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ds/awij/)




Don't take what I said in the title too seriously...

Ever since this game was announced at the last E3, I've been very interested. That's saying alot even after I didn't like Cing's previous touch game, Trace Memory. This game seems to do everything right, primarily in terms of the visuals. Thank you Nintendo for supporting such unique projects.

[furyk]

Nah, the post is titled exactly the way you should treat this game. Hotel Dusk and Phoenix Wright in the same month! Yay.

[Diiz]

Forgot about this game but it still looks badass.

[JEKKI]

yea I was gonna post this in the DS 2007 thread.

this game looks real awesome

[Chacrana]

What the fuck? I've never even heard of this game. And that trailer actually looked pretty damn cool. I'm gonna have to watch this one... could end up being the next Phoenix Wright.

[Scorch]

Nah, the post is titled exactly the way you should treat this game. Hotel Dusk and Phoenix Wright in the same month! Yay.
Indeed. Have had this preordered for a bit now. Reserved it at GameCrazy (both PW and HD), I don't think GC is offering the stylus bonus for PW! :( I knew from the second I saw the first shot of this game that I must have it. Can't wait.. Phoenix Wright one week, Hotel Dusk the next, hoorah!

[Mike UFC]

I'm even more excited about this game after checking out that trailer. Every other game I've got going on might get sent to the backburner for this one.

[zatos]

I've had this one preordered for a while now. Go and get me all excited now whydoncha? :D

[Rei no Otaku]

I liked Trace Memory, so I'm looking forward to this. Probably going to get overshadowed by Phoenix though.

[Chibi_Kaji]

From the moment I first heard about this game I couldn't wait for wait for this game. Especially after hearing it's from the guys who did Trace Memory. I just hope this game will last a little longer then TM did, or at least gives me some incentive to replay the game a few times. But from the looks of that preview in Nintendo Power, it looks like it will have some replay value.

[GrimNecroWizard]

I've had this one preordered for a while now. Go and get me all excited now whydoncha? :D

Whoa I saw your avatar and was like wtf I don't have this pre-ordered...When did I post this?

XD

[Strell]

I look exactly like the detective guy.

This is only more of a reason for me to get this.

Thick necked bearded short haired badasses FTW.

[mykevermin]

I look exactly like the detective guy.

The game looks like a fucking a-ha video.

Intriguing nonetheless; I'll wait for first impressions of it before buying it.

[Strell]

The game looks like a fucking a-ha video.


ARE YOU SUGGESTING IT WILL BREAK OUT INTO BAD 80s DANCE NUMBERS?

That just makes me want it more.

[crystalklear64]

Damn.. gotta find a DS Lite for less than $135, so many awesome games coming :(

[javeryh]

What's the release date?

[JohnnyDrama]

I think I saw the ad for this game in a couple of game mags, but didn't really pay attention to it. After seeing that trailer, I'm definitely interested now.

[CAG 79]

What's the release date?

01/22/2007

I already got it pre-ordered. :)

[AndrewCP]

Sounds a bit interesting but I'm not quite sold on this yet. I'm gonna have to wait and see a few more videos that show a decent amount of gameplay. I will be keeping watch on this game though.

[greydemise]

i heard nothing about this game, only until i saw a circular in a gamestop, it was in a tiny corner, but it still managed to grab me by the balls and say PLAY ME!!!
soo in for this one

[Kayden]

It reminds me too much of Tom Goes to the Mayor.

Lose.

[Roufuss]

It reminds me too much of Tom Goes to the Mayor.

Lose.

Oh shit, I read this before watching the trailer, and now there is no way in hell I can take the game seriously since all I think about now is Tom Goes to the Mayor :rofl:

I just started laughing as soon as I saw the guy.

I'll probably still buy the game and check it out, but wow, I just expected Tom Peters to bust out of nowhere.

[Kayden]

Oh shit, I read this before watching the trailer, and now there is no way in hell I can take the game seriously since all I think about now is Tom Goes to the Mayor :rofl:

I just started laughing as soon as I saw the guy.

I'll probably still buy the game and check it out, but wow, I just expected Tom Peters to bust out of nowhere.

I'm glad I could ruin it for you. :lol:

[Kawnhr]

I'll probably get this, but not for a while. It looks interesting, but with Phoenix Wright 2 coming out the week before it, and having limited funds, not for a while.

[keithp]

If this game continues to fly under the radar it should have a quick price drop and then I'll pick it up.

[Kaijufan]

Dusk looks pretty cool. I may have to pick it up if it gets good reviews.
I hope this (along with Phoenix Wright) sell well, and we see more of these adventure style games come out on the DS. I've never played some of the Lucas Arts text adventure games (like Monkey Island) and I would love to pick them up on the DS.

[Wolfpup]

Looks like a rental for me. I *LOVE* the graphics-absolutely gorgeous. But I *hated* Trace Memory (quit after a few hours), and pretty strongly dislike PC Style adventure games in general.

In fact I have zero interest in Phonex Wright 2. I enjoyed the original to a point (great characters and everything), but I had to force myself to get through it, and don't want any more. Just don't like the genre at all (with the exception of Riven, I guess). I've always preferred console style adventure games.

EDIT: I love that many developers just pump out great graphics on the DS (and GBA before it) not worrying that they're "not powerful", but just worring about making a great looking game. There were TONS of GBA games I thought looked better than games on the "big" systems, and they're pulling it off again on the DS. Nice to see.

[Strell]

Looks like a rental for me. I *LOVE* the graphics-absolutely gorgeous. But I *hated* Trace Memory (quit after a few hours), and pretty strongly dislike PC Style adventure games in general.

In fact I have zero interest in Phonex Wright 2. I enjoyed the original to a point (great characters and everything), but I had to force myself to get through it, and don't want any more. Just don't like the genre at all (with the exception of Riven, I guess). I've always preferred console style adventure games.

EDIT: I love that many developers just pump out great graphics on the DS (and GBA before it) not worrying that they're "not powerful", but just worring about making a great looking game. There were TONS of GBA games I thought looked better than games on the "big" systems, and they're pulling it off again on the DS. Nice to see.

....

I'm sorry, but I discern no reason for this post to be here. The basic things you said are "I don't like this game, I didn't like the first game from the same devs, I don't like adventure games of this style, and the graphics suck."

So thank you for sharing.

[Kayden]

....

I'm sorry, but I discern no reason for this post to be here. The basic things you said are "I don't like this game, I didn't like the first game from the same devs, I don't like adventure games of this style, and the graphics suck."

So thank you for sharing. Whats wrong with his post? He said he'd rent it because he like the graphics but was wary of the gameplay. At least he put forth a bit of an explanation as to why he was hesitant to own it. Its not like he said GAME R FAIL! Like someone would have said if it was a PS3 game.

[Dead of Knight]

I'm very interested in this game, but I will likely not buy it at launch and instead wait for a consensus. I'm sick of being burned by games that look good by buying them at launch instead of waiting for opinions (COUGHCONTACTCOUGH).

Also Kayden, WTF? I loved your old baby avatar. :cry: At least PM me the image so I can save it.

[Strell]

Whats wrong with his post? He said he'd rent it because he like the graphics but was wary of the gameplay. At least he put forth a bit of an explanation as to why he was hesitant to own it. Its not like he said GAME R FAIL! Like someone would have said if it was a PS3 game.

He said he doesn't like adventure games. It would be like me going into a thread about the newest basketball game and saying "Yeah I don't really like basketball games in general so I'm not interested in this."

Then why in the fuck would I go into to begin with? It's not like I didn't know what the thread was about...

[Kayden]

He said he doesn't like adventure games. It would be like me going into a thread about the newest basketball game and saying "Yeah I don't really like basketball games in general so I'm not interested in this."

Then why in the fuck would I go into to begin with? It's not like I didn't know what the thread was about...

Is this thread titled "New Adventure Game!"? No. I had no idea what it was when I clicked the link. I didn't even know what forum it was in as I just went to it from "newest posts". I just wanted to see why I was an idiot for not getting it.

[Brak]

Game-Noir!

There needs to be more film-noir games.

The only ones I can think of are:

- Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne
- L.A.-Noire (not even out yet)

This is a genre that needs to be tapped in. This and spaghetti western.

It should be in black and white, though. I've always thought that Max Payne 2 would have had a larger impact if it was presented in black and white...

[Ikohn4ever]

i have been hyped about this game since E3

[mykevermin]

There needs to be more film-noir games.

This just in: EA acquires license to "Chinatown."

[Sofa King Kool]

I'll probably pick it up at some point, even though I'm terrible at those kinds of games. They're still fun as hell.

[Kayden]

....

I'm sorry, but I discern no reason for this post to be here. The basic things you said are "I don't like this game, I didn't like the first game from the same devs, I don't like adventure games of this style, and the graphics suck."

So thank you for sharing.

I just thought of something else...

The entire point of that post was to say the other post had no point. Whats the point of a post that says another post has no point? Whats the point of this post if its just pointing out the lack of point to the post you posted about the shortage of point to the previous post as to the one you had commented on? Whats the point of posting this post without a point having already pointed out it serves no point but to point out the no having point of your previously posted pointless post?

http://static.flickr.com/52/137199788_fecbaa379a_m.jpg

[Strell]

Whats the point of posting this post without a point having already pointed out it serves no point but to point out the no having point of your previously posted pointless post?



The point of your no point having post is to point out that by having no point in response to a no point having post previously posted to point out another post that have no point posted earlier is simply to point out that most posts all point out nothing but points that have no point in the realm of point making, such that most posts not having points carry the point of having no point and are posted to ensure having no points to point out, which is what your no point having post did in regards to my no point having post which in itself was a response to another no point having post, thereby creating a discussion of whether or not posts can or can not have points in relation to each other's point-having or not-point-having, thus proving that posts, no matter how many points they make, ultimately make no points even in the pursuit of point-making posting.

Your head asplode x2

[MusicNoteLess]

The point of your no point having post is to point out that by having no point in response to a no point having post previously posted to point out another post that have no point posted earlier is simply to point out that most posts all point out nothing but points that have no point in the realm of point making, such that most posts not having points carry the point of having no point and are posted to ensure having no points to point out, which is what your no point having post did in regards to my no point having post which in itself was a response to another no point having post, thereby creating a discussion of whether or not posts can or can not have points in relation to each other's point-having or not-point-having, thus proving that posts, no matter how many points they make, ultimately make no points even in the pursuit of point-making posting.

Your head asplode x2

Oh noez! Strell has RegalSinitis!!!11!!!1!1!

[Brak]

This just in: EA acquires license to "Chinatown."
It's already bad enough that there was a film sequel...

Heads would fuckin' roll.

[Warg]

I'll give this thread a bit of a bump.

I'm also looking forward to this game as much as anyone else. But, as far as staying on track for the release date, doesn't it kinda worry anyone else that there hasn't been any coverage of this game since E3? I mean, I normally don't follow previews heavily, due to them being mostly marketing machines and providing little in the way of opinions, and due to wanting to keep the game's presentation as fresh as possible when I finally do play it. But still, don't companies normally put out at least a few things when coming closer to the release date, to indirectly indicate that they're on track?

[furyk]

I'll give this thread a bit of a bump.

I'm also looking forward to this game as much as anyone else. But, as far as staying on track for the release date, doesn't it kinda worry anyone else that there hasn't been any coverage of this game since E3? I mean, I normally don't follow previews heavily, due to them being mostly marketing machines and providing little in the way of opinions, and due to wanting to keep the game's presentation as fresh as possible when I finally do play it. But still, don't companies normally put out at least a few things when coming closer to the release date, to indirectly indicate that they're on track?

Well Hotel Dusk seems to be a niche game without a niche following yet. If I remember correctly, Phoenix Wright 1 had little to no build up until the first game gained the cult following it now has.

[Scobie]

Nintendo had a multi-page feature on Hotel Dusk in the last issue of Nintendo Power (w/ Wario on the cover). Sure, it's a Nintendo-published title, but Phoenix Wright didn't get any sort of coverage like that when it was coming out.

Nintendo kinda knows it's a niche market and probably won't spend hardly any money in pushing it outside of a few web site banner ads.

[Dr Mario Kart]

The animation style made me think of what it would be like to have a Tom Goes to the Mayor Game D:

[soonersfan60]

This feels like Drill Dozer all over again: great Nintendo game that got little hype or publicity, developed a cult following, but dropped in price quickly and off the charts. Hotel Dusk sound like it has the first two parts... Hopefully it follows suit with the third part (dropped in price quickly) so I can get it for cheap. I want this game (but am spending too much on other titles coming out that I want also).

[jer7583]

Very unsure of if I want to pick this up at launch. It could be a Phoenix Wright style niche game that stays pricey for a long time, or a Trace Memory style one where it drops quick and hard.. FFVI advance comes not long after, so I might wait.

[Dead of Knight]

EGM has given this an 8,8, and a TEN. Holy shit. I think I will be getting this at launch...

[dmaul1114]

I'll probably pass as I'm not big on adventure games. Was chore to finish Phoenix Wright for me. Just too slow paced for my tastes.

[ArthurDigbySellers]

I'm definitely excited for this game. I think I'm actually going to pass up Phoenix Wright 2 for this one. I have heard PW2 isn't as good as the first and that they didn't add on a DS-specific case like they did with the original PW (I'm sure everyone knows, but both games are GBA ports).

The Nintendo Power coverage of Hotel Dusk was very in-depth and has me really excited.

Oh, and EB and GS are adding their $5 DS premium to this game as well so get it at BB, Target, etc., for $30 instead. Don't support their inflated price bullshit.

[judyjudyjudy]

As an adventure game lover, I'm totally pissed at myself for being oblivious to this game. I'd like to see more impressions from other reviewers before I buy it, but the EGM numbers are really pushing it.

[Like A Breath]

This feels like Drill Dozer all over again: great Nintendo game that got little hype or publicity, developed a cult following, but dropped in price quickly and off the charts. Hotel Dusk sound like it has the first two parts... Hopefully it follows suit with the third part (dropped in price quickly) so I can get it for cheap. I want this game (but am spending too much on other titles coming out that I want also).

Or it can go the Lost In Blue route where you'll have to be scouring on EBay to find one for under 50 bucks! I'm not taking that chance, I'll probably be buying this the first week it comes out.

[meerkatgamer]

Or it can go the Lost In Blue route where you'll have to be scouring on EBay to find one for under 50 bucks! I'm not taking that chance, I'll probably be buying this the first week it comes out.
Same here I'm lucky Lost in Blue was my first DS game I bought.

Hotel Dusk:Room 215 looks great and fun I'm looking forward to it since it was announced and I'll picking this up when it's released, hopefully this sells well i'm a fan of these types of games and i'd like to see more games like this.

[-Never4ever-]

He said he doesn't like adventure games. It would be like me going into a thread about the newest basketball game and saying "Yeah I don't really like basketball games in general so I'm not interested in this."

Then why in the fuck would I go into to begin with? It's not like I didn't know what the thread was about...

Trolls are trolls, they need to post in threads / on boards they don't belong in / on.

Also I'm sick of people bitching about Sony / PS3 bashing. Yes it happens, ALOT, but bringing it up is not going to change the fact that quite a few people hate Sony and / or think the PS3 is garbage, no need to bring it up in every other post.

Back on topic; first a 10 from EGM, now these kickass trailers, now I have yet another game to preorder. Who says January's a slow month?

[62t]

Lost In Blue was published by Konami, known for having a small print for portable games.

[Ikohn4ever]

13 days, hopefully this will tide me over with the Wii drought

[crewj]

Lost In Blue was published by Konami, known for having a small print for portable games.
i'm still looking for a copy of lost in blue!

btw, i preorded hotel dusk from cduniverse!

[Wolfpup]

Trolls are trolls, they need to post in threads / on boards they don't belong in / on.

Huh? I'm a "troll" because I post that I'm probably going to rent the game because I love the graphics, but probably won't like it, and explain why? Wow! What a trolly post indeed!

Also I'm sick of people bitching about Sony / PS3 bashing. Yes it happens, ALOT, but bringing it up is not going to change the fact that quite a few people hate Sony and / or think the PS3 is garbage, no need to bring it up in every other post.

Again...huh? It's okay to troll and act like a frigging Ape in regards to the PS3, but it's not okay to have a problem with that? And what the HEY does that have to do with this thread?

[jfunkdpg]

I went in my local EB to preorder this along with Phoenix Wright 2, but it (Hotel Dusk) wasn't showing up in the computer. Has this happened to anyone else?

[io]

So, I just noticed the EGM 8/8/10 (missed all the discussion above :lol: - oh well). Wow, they are usually so stingy with the 10's - the last guy *REALLY* likes it. This was completely off my radar. I only heard about it because of CAG. I think I might drop a preorder at GR and see if there's any chance they get it in. If they don't get it, maybe I can pick it up at Gamecrazy. EB wants $35 for it and I can't imagine this is not a $29.99 MSRP game (with EB's $5 DS game price inflation in full effect).

[Kirra]

The Nintendo Power coverage of Hotel Dusk was very in-depth and has me really excited.


I got my free issue of Nintendo Power and saw that Hotel Dusk had its very own in-depth article as well. I flipped t it quickly but my issue has a nasty print problem. The words are all burry and the ink is misaligned. It gave me a headache... Anyway, EGM's 8,8,10 is pretty interesting...

[daroga]

I went in my local EB to preorder this along with Phoenix Wright 2, but it (Hotel Dusk) wasn't showing up in the computer. Has this happened to anyone else?It was in the computer for me, but they weren't taking preorders anymore (ever?). This wasmid-week last week.

[RelentlessRolento]

It was in the computer for me, but they weren't taking preorders anymore (ever?). This wasmid-week last week.


that's weird as hell...??? I went to pre-order when I went to get Lost Planet and the guy said it's not in the system either...??? It's not like the game is in high demand... my only two thoughts are that the game is super obscure and nobody knows about it or it's going to have an extremely limited release.

[Strell]

This shows up on Bestbuy.com, so it should arrive next week, aye?

Thank you grandma for the late $25 Christmas present....

[io]

This shows up on Bestbuy.com, so it should arrive next week, aye?

Thank you grandma for the late $25 Christmas present....

And, as expected, it is $29.99 there. Hmmm... Maybe I ought to preorder at Gamecrazy just to be safe. I have a feeling this will have a limited run even though it is published by Nintendo. I'm sure they think this is a very niche game like the original Phoenix Wright and I think it could be a cult hit just like that it. Though this game I might actually play ;). (Yes, I have PW, just haven't gotten around to it yet).

[Strell]

(Yes, I have PW, just haven't gotten around to it yet).

I don't care how much I like the word globementum, you will remedy this immediately.

[io]

I don't care how much I like the word globementum, you will remedy this immediately.

Meh, just shove it in your pants with the lobsters ;).

I think part of my reluctance to play PW is that I fear I just might not think it is the greatest game ever made, and that would make me either 1) a shunned pariah on CAG or 2) question the meaning of my existence. I'd rather just carry on knowing that I own this wonderful game but not having to make it live up the lofty expectations you all have set for it ;).

This is actually the same reason I want to get and play Hotel Dusk right away. I'd like to be in on the ground floor this time - then I can be one of the people telling everyone to play some wacky obscure DS game!

[RelentlessRolento]

This is actually the same reason I want to get and play Hotel Dusk right away. I'd like to be in on the ground floor this time - then I can be one of the people telling everyone to play some wacky obscure DS game!


Go play Rub Rabbits :)

I fear I wont be able to pre-order, but I'll be hunting it down. PW had alot of appeal for me, but now I don't give a rats turbine ass about it. Not that it's bad, I just don't care for it.

[thagoat]

The game looks like a fucking a-ha video.taaaaake ooooon meeeeeeee (take on me) taaake meee.........

[io]

taaaaake ooooon meeeeeeee (take on me) taaake meee.........

DIE. NOW. (for putting that song in my head while I'm trying to work!)

[Strell]

Meh, just shove it in your pants with the lobsters ;).

I think part of my reluctance to play PW is that I fear I just might not think it is the greatest game ever made, and that would make me either 1) a shunned pariah on CAG or 2) question the meaning of my existence. I'd rather just carry on knowing that I own this wonderful game but not having to make it live up the lofty expectations you all have set for it ;).

This is actually the same reason I want to get and play Hotel Dusk right away. I'd like to be in on the ground floor this time - then I can be one of the people telling everyone to play some wacky obscure DS game!

Understandable.

Coward.

:)

Actually, I'm in the same situation regarded several things, including games, movies, and anime.

[RelentlessRolento]

Actually, I'm in the same situation regarded several things, including games, movies, and anime.


I think a large portion of the living race feels the same.

[Rei no Otaku]

I think a large portion of the living race feels the same.
Not me. I get almost as much enjoyment out of finding out something popular sucks as I do finding out it is great.

As for the Hotel Dusk preorder thing, no it's not in the computer system for whatever reason and we have no idea why. There's normally only three reasons why a game isn't in the system. One, it's shipped already. Two, it's $20 or less. Three, full on preorders. Thing is I doubt any of those three are true except possibly the last one. In which case the game is going to be wicked rare. Personally I'm going with my own 4th reason. The awesomeness of Phoenix Wright erased it from the computer.

[Roufuss]

This shows up on Bestbuy.com, so it should arrive next week, aye?

Thank you grandma for the late $25 Christmas present....

And as usual, Best Buy will have 3 times the amount EB / GS does, and for $10 cheaper since its $30 - $5 GGC (or the $5 Gamepro coupon), so $25.

EB / GS should never be a measuring stick of anything when it comes to video game availability.

[RelentlessRolento]

Not me. I get almost as much enjoyment out of finding out something popular sucks as I do finding out it is great.

As for the Hotel Dusk preorder thing, no it's not in the computer system for whatever reason and we have no idea why. There's normally only three reasons why a game isn't in the system. One, it's shipped already. Two, it's $20 or less. Three, full on preorders. Thing is I doubt any of those three are true except possibly the last one. In which case the game is going to be wicked rare. Personally I'm going with my own 4th reason. The awesomeness of Phoenix Wright erased it from the computer.


I'll go with the 5th reason: Hotel Dusk is so awesome it ripped through a wormhole in the universe.

[defiance_17]

Meh, just shove it in your pants with the lobsters ;).

I think part of my reluctance to play PW is that I fear I just might not think it is the greatest game ever made, and that would make me either 1) a shunned pariah on CAG or 2) question the meaning of my existence. I'd rather just carry on knowing that I own this wonderful game but not having to make it live up the lofty expectations you all have set for it ;).

This is actually the same reason I want to get and play Hotel Dusk right away. I'd like to be in on the ground floor this time - then I can be one of the people telling everyone to play some wacky obscure DS game!

Phoenix Wright is far from the greatest game ever made. I've only played through the third chapter so far, and for the most part it was pretty good, but some areas were pretty ridiculous. I bought into the worship, and have been pretty let down so far--I wouldn't recommend going far out of your way to play it, especially with what you said about being let down. Excuse me while I prepare for crucifixion.

I picked up a used copy of Touch Detective this weekend at GameStop, and I think I was confusing it with Hotel Dusk. I should really keep better tabs on DS games.

[Apossum]

I just hope the story doesn't suck. So far it looks like a detective story, but those damn japanese have a way of...well, I won't be surprised if Kyle discovers that the mana flow of the universe is drying up and that he must wield the holy aegean spirit flower to defeat the long haired dude that looks like a chick.

hey, I'll play it for the art style anyway!

[Strell]

Cing made this game, not Square, so shut up you.

[Apossum]

Cing made this game, not Square, so shut up you.


it's rare that game story goes past the level of amusement, whether it intends to or not, so I'm not holding my breath...

[io]

I just hope the story doesn't suck. So far it looks like a detective story, but those damn japanese have a way of...well, I won't be surprised if Kyle discovers that the mana flow of the universe is drying up and that he must wield the holy aegean spirit flower to defeat the long haired dude that looks like a chick.

hey, I'll play it for the art style anyway!

But damn, the only reason I'd ever get a PS3 is to play those types of games!

[RelentlessRolento]

I just hope the story doesn't suck. So far it looks like a detective story, but those damn japanese have a way of...well, I won't be surprised if Kyle discovers that the mana flow of the universe is drying up and that he must wield the holy aegean spirit flower to defeat the long haired dude that looks like a chick.

hey, I'll play it for the art style anyway!


don't blame that on the japanese either... the canadians are already screwing witht hat stuff in Assasin's Creed tying the future with medeivil times.

[Apossum]

don't blame that on the japanese either... the canadians are already screwing witht hat stuff in Assasin's Creed tying the future with medeivil times.


there's a lesson here....developers need to hire real writers! or games and stories are difficult to mix. but even graphic novel/point and click games let me down :(

[hootie]

I'll definitely be getting this game :)

I can't wait!

For some reason, the 40's-noir style is pulling me to game uncontrollably



HELP

[Apossum]

I'll definitely be getting this game :)

I can't wait!

For some reason, the 40's-noir style is pulling me to game uncontrollably



HELP


it takes place in 1979.

but good news! Rockstar is developing a game called L.A. Noir for the 360 that has an early 20th century noir theme.

[hootie]

I know it takes place in 1979, I'm just saying the style reminds me of 40's noir films

[jer7583]

So i tried to pre-order this today with some gamestop credit, and the manager told me that hotel dusk was NOT entered into their POS and could not be pre-ordered. I bet you could pre-order madden 2008 or whatever though. Fucking gamestop.

[Iskander]

I went in my local EB to preorder this along with Phoenix Wright 2, but it (Hotel Dusk) wasn't showing up in the computer. Has this happened to anyone else?

Yes! I did a similar thing today and the guy could not find a listing for it.

[soonersfan60]

Is there any place online where Hotel Dusk can be purchased (now or later) with Google checkout to get $10 off?

[Reality's Fringe]

Is there any place online where Hotel Dusk can be purchased (now or later) with Google checkout to get $10 off?

buy.com.

[javeryh]

Does anyone know if there is a left-handed option to play this game like in Brain Age? I will be super annoyed if this is overlooked.

[ArthurDigbySellers]

Does anyone know if there is a left-handed option to play this game like in Brain Age? I will be super annoyed if this is overlooked.

Yes, it has support for lefties. From Nintendo Power:

"With the DS on its side, you're given an overhead map view on the right screen and a first-person polygonal view on the left (or vice-versa for lefties)."

[javeryh]

Yes, it has support for lefties. From Nintendo Power:

"With the DS on its side, you're given an overhead map view on the right screen and a first-person polygonal view on the left (or vice-versa for lefties)."

Whew! Thanks.

[Aberforth]

I just got the EGM where this game got a 10. I don't know if I'm allowed to post the review, but here it is anyway.

For such an amazing detective drama, it's a damn shame hardly anyone is clued-in on its brilliance--blame Nintendo for keeping this gem hidden. Playing Hotel Dusk made me realize why I love the DS: The game executes everything with such craft and creativity--you hold the system like a book, the puzzles make terrific use of the touch screen--that it pushes home how fun games can be when the DS developers dare to be different. And, unlike other point-and-click adventures, Dusk does a great job of making sure you don't get lost fishing for facts. Factor in the twist-heavy story (I want a sequel, dammit!) and you have one doozy of a DS game.

That's the review that gave it a 10.

[botticus]

I just can't decide if I get this game now or wait. One never knows with some of these games how long they'll sit on shelves.

Might be another good "if GR gets it, I'm game" situation.

EB charging $35 for it doesn't help matters.

[javeryh]

I just can't decide if I get this game now or wait. One never knows with some of these games how long they'll sit on shelves.

Might be another good "if GR gets it, I'm game" situation.

EB charging $35 for it doesn't help matters.

I've been on the fence with this one but I think I'm going to get it at release. It looks and sounds great and I can't imagine at least not enjoying it somewhat since someone in EGM gave a 10 (not that they are the be all end all of reviews but a 10 is something that I'm bound to at least like). Worst case scenario is that I eBay it for what I paid or more in a few months when it is hard to find.

[RelentlessRolento]

the guy who rated it 10 sold me on the game. It seems like that the two other reviewers missed the shining spots of the game and this guy knew what it was really worth.

[io]

the guy who rated it 10 sold me on the game. It seems like that the two other reviewers missed the shining spots of the game and this guy knew what it was really worth.

And let's not forget the other 2 gave 8's, which isn't bad at all considering how much they panned everything else in that issue. I mean, had it been solid 8's we'd still probably think that was a pretty good review for such an offbeat title.

Botticus - I'm with you on the GR thing. Have you preordered it there, or just hoping they get it in? Due to bad weather I'm not sure when I'll be able to get in to even see if they have preorders but I definitely will. Thing is, I'll probably get it at Gamecrazy if GR doesn't come through the first week of release - I put the chances fairly low of my GR getting this at all, though it helps a bit that it is published by Nintendo. I will hold off on the inflated EB price though for sure.

[botticus]

And let's not forget the other 2 gave 8's, which isn't bad at all considering how much they panned everything else in that issue. I mean, had it been solid 8's we'd still probably think that was a pretty good review for such an offbeat title.

Botticus - I'm with you on the GR thing. Have you preordered it there, or just hoping they get it in? Due to bad weather I'm not sure when I'll be able to get in to even see if they have preorders but I definitely will. Thing is, I'll probably get it at Gamecrazy if GR doesn't come through the first week of release - I put the chances fairly low of my GR getting this at all, though it helps a bit that it is published by Nintendo. I will hold off on the inflated EB price though for sure.No preorder. I will plan on heading over (in likely equally shitty weather) to do some preorders this weekend. Might be too late for that one, but we'll see. I can at least check what they have on order in the near future.

[RelentlessRolento]

Famitsu: 33/40 - [9|7|9|8]

http://www.gamebrink.com/news/792-Famitsu_Scores_for_the_Week_of_01182007.html


it's a no brainer now...

[opportunity777]

This reminds me of Deja Vu for the NES and PC.

[hootie]

Wow, I can't believe the scores this game is getting, it's amazing.



I have to get this game now :D

[Logain8955]

This game looks very awesome. I really like that sketchy noir art style... if I can float 35 bucks, this will be mine.

[meerkatgamer]

Yeah $35 is pretty high, but if your a cheap ass gamer there's other places that'll sell it besides GS/EB.

I think bestbuy has it for 29.99 which i'm getting it there since I got a gift card from christmass to use.

[Roufuss]

The title of the thread should be: "You're an idiot to pay $5 over MSRP at EB / GS for this game".

I'm shocked so many people, on Cheap Ass Gamer no less, will throw down $5 over MSRP for a game.

Full price, yea, I can see that, but you're giving EB / GS $5 of your money for no reason.

[Aberforth]

Especially if you can go to best buy and use a GGC to get an additional 5 bucks off.

[RelentlessRolento]

The title of the thread should be: "You're an idiot to pay $5 over MSRP at EB / GS for this game".

I'm shocked so many people, on Cheap Ass Gamer no less, will throw down $5 over MSRP for a game.

Full price, yea, I can see that, but you're giving EB / GS $5 of your money for no reason.


Done. ;)

[hootie]

EBGames.com is the only way I can get this game, I have to take one for the team and pay the extra.... :-(

[spoo]

EBGames.com is the only way I can get this game, I have to take one for the team and pay the extra.... :-(
Amazon has it for $30 w/free shipping.

[Roufuss]

Done. ;)

:rofl:

And yea, Spoo is right.

[Xevious]

The game looks interesting. I am going to wait for the reviews though.

[bortle]

Amazon has it for $30 w/free shipping.

Nice, just ordered it.

[RelentlessRolento]

The game looks interesting. I am going to wait for the reviews though.


soot through the pages... 2 reviews already.

[dmaul1114]

The game looks interesting. I am going to wait for the reviews though.

8.0, 8.0, 10.0 in the Feb EGM. Some other reviews have been posted as well.

[Blind the Thief]

My only conern is where to get it. I can beg and plead and try to get someone to take me to Best Buy on release day, or I can just order it on Amazon and wait a couple more days for it...I am playing other games right now, but I really want this. Hmph. I honestly don't know what to do. :(

[-Never4ever-]

My only conern is where to get it. I can beg and plead and try to get someone to take me to Best Buy on release day, or I can just order it on Amazon and wait a couple more days for it...I am playing other games right now, but I really want this. Hmph. I honestly don't know what to do. :(

Go with amazon and enjoy your other games, it'll come before you know it.

[hootie]

I don't know if this has been posted in this thread yet, but:

Famitsu gave it a 9,7,9,8 which came out to 33/40, which is great coming from that magazine.

[mkg12]

CheapyD said in CAGcast #58 that Famitsu scores are basically meaningless if it's a game that's going to sell well.
i'm guessing they rated Hotel Dusk legitly, but I believe the PS3 Gundam game was getting 9's on Famitsu while US reviews were panning it with 3's.

[ArthurDigbySellers]

CheapyD said in CAGcast #58 that Famitsu scores are basically meaningless if it's a game that's going to sell well.
i'm guessing they rated Hotel Dusk legitly, but I believe the PS3 Gundam game was getting 9's on Famitsu while US reviews were panning it with 3's.

Yeah, if a game is Final Fantasy or anything else that Japanese gamers universally love, it gets the Famitsu bonus scores. A game like Hotel Dusk is not something that is in the radar at all, so I would assume it is legit.

BTW, I'm with everyone who is NOT going to buy this from EB/GS. That $5 bump on certain DS and GBA games is complete bullshit. I refused to buy Drill Dozer from there (back when it was $30 - before it was clearanced) until I saw it priced at $30 in their store. They claimed it was a pricing mistake but sold it to me for $30 anyway.

I'm getting this from Best Buy, even if I have to wait a few extra days.

[hootie]

Woo, I preordered it finally!

I got the worst shipping option though, so I'll have to wait until at least a week after it comes out to get it :-(

[Strell]

CheapyD said in CAGcast #58 that Famitsu scores are basically meaningless if it's a game that's going to sell well.
i'm guessing they rated Hotel Dusk legitly, but I believe the PS3 Gundam game was getting 9's on Famitsu while US reviews were panning it with 3's.

You think this game is going to sell well?

I doubt it will top That's So Raven DS.

[hootie]

:rofl:


The sad part is you're probably right.

[pete5883]

You think this game is going to sell well?
You might want to read that again. They said it was probably rated legitly, which means they do not think it's going to sell well.

[RelentlessRolento]

Be sure to watch the gameplay video here... though this may not blow away people, everything in the video made me drool:

http://www.gametrailers.com/gamepage.php?id=2802

[Blind the Thief]

Ok, I bought it from Amazon. This is going to be a looong week ahead of me.

[Rozz]

I will be picking this one up asap!

[hootie]

This is going to be a looong week ahead of me.


Yes it will :cry:

I got 5-10 day shipping, which = :twoguns:

[RelentlessRolento]

I'm just going to wait till wed, or thurs to pick this up at BB since it's cheaper... plus it's nice since it's on my way home everyday.

[Diiz]

Pre-ordered at Amazon. I still need to wait for my DS AC adapter anyway, so I don't mind the wait.

[io]

I preordered it at GR and they told me they have none coming to the store :bomb:. Hopefully that will change with my preorder (not likely though). If it doesn't by late next week I'll try to preorder it at Gamecrazy.

[Scorch]

If it doesn't by late next week I'll try to preorder it at Gamecrazy.
Too late, sir. It comes out on the 22nd or 23rd and the preorders for the first batch ended this past week. What sucks even worse is that the game will not be hitting GameCrazy locations unless someone preordered it (it's marked as "Preorder Stores Only" on the release list), so they won't have any extra copies of it either.

You can still preorder it, i'm sure they'll let you, but they won't have a copy for you on release day unless other people ordered it too. They'll generally take preorders until the day before a game comes out (like Lost Planet) because they'll have extras, but preordering it this late in the game when it's marked preorder stores only means you're 99.9% SOL at GC stores.

//Scorch is glad he preordered last month

[RelentlessRolento]

I preordered it at GR and they told me they have none coming to the store :bomb:. Hopefully that will change with my preorder (not likely though). If it doesn't by late next week I'll try to preorder it at Gamecrazy.


I still say GC has bad policy with their pre-orders, thus usually making EB/GS have the upper hand... Then again I've never seen a GC, so I can't say much.

[Scorch]

I still say GC has bad policy with their pre-orders, thus usually making EB/GS have the upper hand... Then again I've never seen a GC, so I can't say much.

Then how do they have "bad policy" with their preorders?

[io]

Well, damn, I was going to do it when I was in there last week but forgot about it. I'll probably do it anyway just to see. It will still be a better chance than GR getting it ;). I get a free rental by making a preorder, right? I saw this in the store the other day. Last time I preordered there (Portrait of Ruin) I saw the same thing the next time I was in - the guy never mentioned it to me while taking my preorder though, of course.

[jfunkdpg]

Yeah I called up a GC the other day to see if they were still taking reservations (since my local GS/EB don't have the game in their system) and they said yes, but it won't guarantee me a copy. I thought to myself, then what the hell is the point to preordering it?

[Scorch]

Well, damn, I was going to do it when I was in there last week but forgot about it. I'll probably do it anyway just to see. It will still be a better chance than GR getting it ;). I get a free rental by making a preorder, right? I saw this in the store the other day. Last time I preordered there (Portrait of Ruin) I saw the same thing the next time I was in - the guy never mentioned it to me while taking my preorder though, of course.

It's not a free rental, it's a "rent one get one free" coupon. Most employees forget to ring it up, so ask next time you PO. It's not like the MVP card.. when the MVP is rung up, the buffing card and magazine subscription automatically ring up, but with PO's, they have to manually do it. So next time, just ask about it and you should get one.

Yeah I called up a GC the other day to see if they were still taking reservations (since my local GS/EB don't have the game in their system) and they said yes, but it won't guarantee me a copy. I thought to myself, then what the hell is the point to preordering it?

Yeah, that's a preorder store only reason. Some games are like that. The general cut-off date for preorders for the 1st allocation/shipment ends the week before the game comes out because all the numbers and whatnot get sent to the DC so they can start setting up shipments for individual stores. With Lost Planet, Halo, or other high profile titles, they'll ship more than the PO's (for instance, local store had 10 PO's of LP, received 16 copies) and they'll continue to take preorders. You can go ahead and preorder Hotel Dusk, you're just not guaranteed one on launch day. Preordering now might still get them to send a copy or two to the store, but it'll probably be the week after it comes out.

Some games are marked preorder stores only for launch day then arrive two weeks later or so. DOA Xtreme 2 was marked PO stores only for the launch week but was in all stores 2 weeks later or so.

So basically.. you're not guarenteed a copy since you're wanting to preorder so late in the game, but if they get one in, it'll be yours. I say go ahead and do it, you really have nothing else to lose.. worse comes to worse, you take the $5 and put it on something else, or you just get your $5 refunded back to you.

[jollydwarf]

Ok, I bought it from Amazon.

So did I...just now. It's not like I exactly need another game right now, it's just that the gaming community hype for this one is crushing and I'm really afraid it's going to become very scarce, very quickly. I know how many of you seemed to be hunting for Phoenix Wright for about half of 2006. This might be 180 degrees away from that situation, but why take chances?

Plus, it's devoid of anime-y characters and has a truly mature atmosphere to it, so that alone mandates my patronage. And hey, I happened to like a-ha.

[Warg]

Isn't January 22 is supposed to be the ship date, not necessarily the arrival date? In any case, though, if I don't get a copy in a timely manner, I've got plenty of other activities (and games) to keep me occupied for a while.

[mbartholow]

I had to cave and get it from Amazon. I still had some gift certif money there. This thread and the one over at GoNintendo (http://gonintendo.com/?p=11949#comments) spooked me into it.

Won't be left behind on this one, even if I don't open it until summer.

[hootie]

I could care less if it is hard to find, I got my preorder in, and all I have to do is sit back and wait for it to come to my doorstep :)


Which will be a painful wait.

[clockworkgreen]

I had my Amazon pre-order set....

Then decided to cancel, for whatever reason. The fact that I'm finally playing my PS2 and working my way through San Andreas AND bought Phoenix Wright 2 the other day played a small part.

Though after re-reading this thread, I went back and put the pre-order back in at the 'Zon.

/no self control

[hootie]

I had my Amazon pre-order set....

Then decided to cancel, for whatever reason. The fact that I'm finally playing my PS2 and working my way through San Andreas AND bought Phoenix Wright 2 the other day played a small part.

Though after re-reading this thread, I went back and put the pre-order back in at the 'Zon.

/no self control


:lol:

Don't worry, it happens to the best of us :rofl:

[spiwak]

As I was able to get a white DS Lite today, as reported in the other thread, I'm now thinking if I should just get this game when it comes out.....tomorrow... or wait on reviews/used copies.

[defiance_17]

I caved last night. When it comes to DS games, I really have problems saying, "no."

[Apossum]

hope this is available through gamestop.com. that would mean it's also on barnesandnoble.com and I have a $25 gift card to there :)

[Scorch]

As I was able to get a white DS Lite today, as reported in the other thread, I'm now thinking if I should just get this game when it comes out.....tomorrow... or wait on reviews/used copies.

It comes out Tuesday, it ships out from the developer tomorrow.

[redsox6391]

I preordered this from Amazon.com (had over $30 in gift certificates) two days ago. It says I should get it next Monday or so. That's the only drag to buying online.

[io]

So basically.. you're not guarenteed a copy since you're wanting to preorder so late in the game, but if they get one in, it'll be yours. I say go ahead and do it, you really have nothing else to lose.. worse comes to worse, you take the $5 and put it on something else, or you just get your $5 refunded back to you.

Well, I preordered it today (Sunday) at my GC. They didn't mention a thing about it being limited, or not getting it from the first batch or whatever. They did say they would call me, which is BS because they never called me about my Castlevania Portrait of Ruin preorder. Since they don't necessarily seem to know what's going on I'll make sure to call them and go pick it up ASAP if they get it in. Chances are, though, no one else has preordered it and they won't get any (at first anyway). So now I have it preordered at 2 stores (GR and GC) that probably won't get it at all. So much for getting in on this game before it becomes the next Phoenix Wright - I wanted to be one of the cool kids this time, dammit!

[daroga]

Hmmm, I've got a Best Buy gift card from my credit card and I'd love to knock $5 off the price of the game, but Best Buy online is saying that they'll get it in on the 29th. I'm hoping that's a goof and I'll be able to pick it up in-store on Tuesday or Wednesday.

[Ikohn4ever]

Hmmm, I've got a Best Buy gift card from my credit card and I'd love to knock $5 off the price of the game, but Best Buy online is saying that they'll get it in on the 29th. I'm hoping that's a goof and I'll be able to pick it up in-store on Tuesday or Wednesday.


ditto, I got a GGC burning in my wallet to be used on it.

[Dr Mario Kart]

http://www.gamespite.net/img/blogart/0701jan/070122_hoteldusk.jpg

[nasum]

I don' know why I'm excited by this game but I am drawn to it...

[hdtvrand]

Anyone seen the game released today in stores?

[Chibi_Kaji]

Anyone seen the game released today in stores?
If I'm not mistaken today is the shipping date. So we'll likely see it sometime tomorrow.

[RelentlessRolento]

I don' know why I'm excited by this game but I am drawn to it...


same here...

Anyone know if TRU will have this tomorrow? I'm scared They won't stock this immediately (ie. either thursday or never) since it took them a month after Every Extend Extra was released to put it on shelves.

nvm... this kinda confirms it at TRU:

http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2592149&cp

[Ecofreak]

I'm definitely interested in this game, but don't want to fork out full price for a while. So! I just picked up the new Phoenix Wright and have the original, so if someone is interested in doing a 1 for 1 trade, hit me up!

I know this belongs in the "Trades" forum, but thought it'd be easier this way. :)

[Apossum]

alright, despite my apprehension, I bit. ordered through B+N via GS (since I had a B+N GC.) If anything, it's always good to support creative, underdog titles.

[RelentlessRolento]

alright, despite my apprehension, I bit. ordered through B+N via GS (since I had a B+N GC.) If anything, it's always good to support creative, underdog titles.


... so that confirms it's in the GS system finally?

[Apossum]

... so that confirms it's in the GS system finally?


It said "Ships in 24 hours" on B+N but on Gamestop.com it says "back ordered" :-k

[botticus]

I may stop in EB tomorrow to see if they have any stock above preorders. And on top of that, I'll see if I can get the $5 off, since every other store has it for $29.99.

[hack]

Oh I cannot wait for this game. I hope that Sears gets it in tomorrow. I have some gift cards that need using.

[Nelo Ice]

i just got my copy today
found 5 at walmart
its sitting right next to me atm :D

[botticus]

i just got my copy today
found 5 at walmart
its sitting right next to me atm :DOooh, thanks for that. I forgot I have $20 in Walmart gift cards that have been sitting around for a year. Time to use them!

[Roufuss]

i just got my copy today
found 5 at walmart
its sitting right next to me atm :D

I hope this will stop all the crying that it will be rare.

[Scorch]

I hope this will stop all the crying that it will be rare.

An initial shipment means nothing. Games are everywhere when they come out.

[Roufuss]

An initial shipment means nothing. Games are everywhere when they come out.

We'll see... the fact that it will be at Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Circuit City, probably Target, hell even K-Mart means that if you want it bad enough, it's easy to find, even if it ever did become "rare".

It's certainly a reason to not pay the $5 premium at EB / GS, because chances are if your city has a GS or an EB you have a Wal-Mart.

[amicus]

yeah i'm going hunting for it tomorrow. :)

[hootie]

WTF?

It says my EB preorder online is backordered, yet the game says "ships within 24 hours" on the games page


AHH!

[Logain8955]

I just picked up my copy about 45 min ago at Best Buy, Oxnard CA. They got in 5.


I may stop in EB tomorrow to see if they have any stock above preorders. And on top of that, I'll see if I can get the $5 off, since every other store has it for $29.99.

EBs should have extra copies, we haven't been able to sell preorders on it because it wasn't in the system.

[jer7583]

I saw it at target today, but I have a best buy gift card to use, and those asshats didn't have it in yet.. ugh.

[fdu]

Any sightings in SOCal?

[Over easy]

Hmm... Maybe I'll try my luck at the super Walmart after Prison Break and 24.

[Kaijufan]

I didn't really feel like hunting down a copy of this game so I just ordered a copy from Amazon since I'm playing Phoenix Wright 2 right now.

[Dr Mario Kart]

http://img442.imageshack.us/img442/5756/duskphoenix21ul.jpg

[Strell]

http://img442.imageshack.us/img442/5756/duskphoenix21ul.jpg

http://static.flickr.com/65/198316553_d8cb1dbaac_m.jpg
http://img6.gamerz.be/PWAA/screen_02.jpg

[RelentlessRolento]

http://static.flickr.com/65/198316553_d8cb1dbaac_m.jpg
http://img6.gamerz.be/PWAA/screen_02.jpg


http://www.zelda-fans.com/wp-content/images/_Hotel%20Dusk%20Room%20215.JPG

...plus, PW is WAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYY overated.

also, for drooling:

http://www.hoteldusk.com/

watch the videos for awesomeness.

[Strell]

From a purely objective standpoint, I don't think a relatively unknown game will beat PW in sales. I also imagine the print run isn't that great.

If it sells well, then that is VERY good, cuz I want all the adventure games I can get, being that I grew up with the Lucasarts adventures and want as many as possible.

If it approaches PW2's sales - which are riding some momentum from the low print run/sell-out fiasco of PW1 - then that is awesome.

I just don't see it happening.

[RelentlessRolento]

From a purely objective standpoint, I don't think a relatively unknown game will beat PW in sales. I also imagine the print run isn't that great.

If it sells well, then that is VERY good, cuz I want all the adventure games I can get, being that I grew up with the Lucasarts adventures and want as many as possible.

If it approaches PW2's sales - which are riding some momentum from the low print run/sell-out fiasco of PW1 - then that is awesome.

I just don't see it happening.


I think sales will be determind by the amount Nintendo prints... if it's limited then it will sell like crazy and Nintendo will do reprints, but if there's a large hulk of games, forget about it... though, it's guaranteed sleeper success.

[Nelo Ice]

bah i want pw jfa as well...only saw 3 copies at best buy

[RelentlessRolento]

I soley beleive the main reason why PW holds up so well is the cast of characters... It's good stuff but not the best... but if you add distinctive character crew, people get attached :)

[TC]

Hopefully worst buy has this for in store pickup soon. I have a $10 online coupon I can use with store pickup.

[DJPUN]

Quote:
Originally Posted by Dr Mario Kart http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/disturbed/misc/backlink.gif (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2598649&posted=1#post2598453)
http://img442.imageshack.us/img442/5756/duskphoenix21ul.jpg


http://static.flickr.com/65/198316553_d8cb1dbaac_m.jpg
http://img6.gamerz.be/PWAA/screen_02.jpg
LOL :booty:

[yukine]

I haven't been keeping up with this thread. I saw an article about this game in Game Informer... and so here I am.

How is the length of this? Is it longer or about the same as Phoenix Wright?

Edit: Also, I haven't picked up the new Phoenix Wright. Which one to get? :D

[nasum]

You'd be even more of a fool to not get it at CC or BB for MSRP!!

I'm in no hurry to buy a new game right now so I just bought it with free shipping on the CC website. I was about to grab Brain Age and the Beta/Gamma Wave set as well but thought better of it.

[yojimbojazz]

im in northern NJ. Hackensack area. anyone get theirs yet? if so... where and are there any copies left? thanks in advance.


noire foreverrrrrrr

[JohnnyDrama]

I saw it at target today, but I have a best buy gift card to use, and those asshats didn't have it in yet.. ugh.
hopefully there are some copies at my local target

[munch]

I'm hoping my Wal-Mart gets it in like some are reporting. I have $56 there on a giftcard and would like to use it on this game.

[jollydwarf]

My Amazon preorder, while admittedly placed in the 'eleventh hour' (back on Friday or Saturday, I think), is apparently experiencing a "delay". So obviously the supply they got was outstripped by their preorder demand. I'll live, but I just thought I'd throw that out there to demonstrate...something.

[Dead of Knight]

Fuck. Amazon.com nows says they're gonna have it on January 26th. Not like I'd be able to play it before then, but still.

Free shipping+no tax=waiting to buy on Amazon

[daroga]

Anyone in Michigan or Midwest states find it at Best Buy yet?

I called, the guy said they didn't have it, but I'm not sure I really trust him. He literally tried to transfer me to the furniture department 2 times to find the "Hotel Desk" I was looking for. Ugh.

Too bad Best Buy is like a 20 minute trip or I'd just go and look for myself.

[yukine]

So this is already becoming hard to find? Interesting, I guess I'll just pick it up. I just don't want something extremely short.

[coltcannon]

BB still has Jan. 29th, walmart has Jan. 22nd, eb/gamestop has Jan. 22nd. Hopefully BB doesnt hold them til then.

[Vegan]

Yeah, what's up with Best Buy? Both their website and their in-store employees are saying it comes out next week.

[javeryh]

Anyone in Michigan or Midwest states find it at Best Buy yet?

I called, the guy said they didn't have it, but I'm not sure I really trust him. He literally tried to transfer me to the furniture department 2 times to find the "Hotel Desk" I was looking for. Ugh.

Too bad Best Buy is like a 20 minute trip or I'd just go and look for myself.

:rofl: I was at Best Buy and the idiot I asked said "What is this Hotel Desk?" needless to say they didn't have it since 3 people I asked near the VG section never even heard of it. I had the exact same experience at the CC down the street too. *sigh*

[ArthurDigbySellers]

It's available on walmart.com if anyone is having a hard time finding it locally.

[blue_volvo]

No luck at Target, Circuit City or Best Buy here. bastards...

[Masterkyo]

My guess some stores selling this game early b4 released date (it's not hard to find). Also, I'll not pay extra $5 over MSRP for this game but i do wanted get it around $20 ish ;)

[Scorch]

GameCrazy was scheduled to get it in today.

Big suprise, it did not come in..

[RelentlessRolento]

:rofl: I was at Best Buy and the idiot I asked said "What is this Hotel Desk?" needless to say they didn't have it since 3 people I asked near the VG section never even heard of it. I had the exact same experience at the CC down the street too. *sigh*


I went to 4 places and had the same reaction... I'm amazed at how much "under the radar" this game is... people I know that are always on top of DS stuff didn't even know of this.

I was pissed I couldnt get mine today, but glad/sad it wasn't just me. Reminds me of the gears of war release that pissed a ton of people off.

[Vegan]

Hotel Dusk spotted at Best Buy in Burbank, CA. There were only 3 copies as of 1pm. My friend and I each bought a copy, so that means there's 1 left.

Don't forget a Gamer's Gift Card at the kiosk by the registers.

woo!

[Over easy]

I picked mine up today at the Walmart supercenter at Dixon, CA. They looked like the only have about 4 in, and didn't even have shelf space in the case for them.

[clockworkgreen]

If I kept my original Amazon order, it'd probably be here sooner. As it is, I'm getting a delivery time of Jan 31-Feb 1.

However, last 2 things I ordered from Amazon, even with free shipping, arrived next day (Kentucky to Virginia via UPS).

And Amazon still states it in stock, if you don't mind waiting.

[Dr Mario Kart]

I called Best Buy, and they insist that they are not getting it until the 29th, yet some people across the intarwebs have reported seeing them at BB already?

Whats the deal?

[hack]

I called Best Buy, and they insist that they are not getting it until the 29th, yet some people across the intarwebs have reported seeing them at BB already?

Whats the deal?

The game comes out today, so it should be on most store shelves. If your store hasn't gotten any, they must not be keeping up with their game shipments or something.

[Vegan]

Best Buy employees who state that it doesn't come out until next week are probably just reciting the website that they just looked up. Which is incorrect.

[SDMeslow]

Ordered it from CDUniverse with Google checkout - they say they'll send it out on the 24th, for a grand total of $24.34 shipped. :-)

[Robobandit]

I paid the rip-off price at EB.. the girl behind the counter said she had it pre-ordered herself and couldn't wait to play it.

Loving it so far, but I knew I would from what I played this morning (thank you supercard). Ever since the 10 score from that one guy in EGM, I've been even more interested in this than I was initially.

This game just oozes style and the presentation is among the best I've seen in any game. The notepad function is really immersive, to see Hyde jotting down notes while you draw on the touch screen.

Love the jazzy music, also. My only complaint is that the text scrolls a little too slow, but I can overlook that rather easily

[hootie]

My EB online order now says "Usually ships within 24 hours"

Is this good? (I chose the 5-10 shipping)

[Robobandit]

My EB online order now says "Usually ships within 24 hours"

Is this good? (I chose the 5-10 shipping)

I wouldn't get too excited until it says "Processing" or "Open"..

[javeryh]

I stopped at GameStop on the way home and the dude never even heard of it - and then said he didn't know if or when they would get it because it wasn't in the system... WTF?

[Vegan]

Yeah, it's pretty hard to comprehend why this happened to a Nintendo-published game. Lack of advertising? Sure, fine, that's their prerogative. But lack of product being shipped, so much so that most retailers have never even heard of it? That just doesn't make sense.

[Kirin Lemon]

Stopped by my Best Buy tonight to check on this. Luckily, a friend of mine was working, and I had her investigate. Apparently my store actually has six copies *in stock,* but because their system still lists the street date as 1/29/07, she was unable to go fetch one out of the back room under fear of punishment.

Damnit.

[Robobandit]

When I used the stock checker on ebgames.com for my zip code, only one of the stores was listed as having copies on the way. When I went to that store around 3 pm, I was able to get one of the few copies that they received. The girl behind the counter informed me that it was one of her most wanted games and that she had pre-ordered it herself, after finding out it was made by the folks who did Trace Memory.

The EB in the other mall here in town and the gamestop I went by didn't have it in their computers at all.

[DJPUN]

I just got my copy at my local gamestore

let the hype begin

they only got 2 copies ( me getting one of them)

local gamestop did not have them in yet

they are only getting 4 copies

[Raider]

My Wal-Mart got six copies of the game, grabbed one. Looks like it might be pretty hard to find once all the first run copies are gone.

[Starky27]

Stopped by my Best Buy tonight to check on this. Luckily, a friend of mine was working, and I had her investigate. Apparently my store actually has six copies *in stock,* but because their system still lists the street date as 1/29/07, she was unable to go fetch one out of the back room under fear of punishment.

Damnit.
Ran into the same exact problem at the BB by me. I pulled up the Nintendo.com site and showing the floor manager the 1/22 release date and he emailed corporate to see if he could sell it 'early'. Didn't get a reply yet as to why they have the wrong release date...

[Apossum]

my B+N order says "Ships Jan. 23rd!" but it didn't ship today.

I'm starting to think this "release date" is really some kind of weird viral marketing campaign...

[mkg12]

Finally getting the, "We are preparing these items for shipment and this portion of your order cannot be canceled or changed." from Amazon.

[Reality's Fringe]

Was going to wait until I got more money, but if it suddenly disappeared for some reason I'd kick my own ass. So I pre-ordered from CDuniverse using Google checkout. $24.40 just about, shipped.

[jer7583]

I picked it up at best buy today.. the asshat tried to say they didn't have any in stock, then I went around back by a counter and found them at the bottom of a rack of games they were too lazy talking about Laguna Beach and how much they love being douchebags to stock.

I got it for $25, amazing game! I'd say they had about 6 or less copies, this was in a very very busy area of milwaukee, the one across the mayfair mall. Seems like this might suffer the Phoenix Wright effect, for a few weeks anyway.

[daroga]

My Walmart had none. They did have literally 3 rows filled with copies of Happy Feet, though, so that's well stocked in this area if anyone's looking. :P

[spiwak]

I saw three of them at Wal-Mart, none at Best Buy. I decided to wait, as I've been spending so much money lately. Guess I should probably just get it tomorrow if it's gonna turn up rare soon. It didn't have a price on it, how much is it? I figured $30 but if I can get it for cheaper using some sort of coupon or sale then I'd like to go with that.

[rupan_sansei]

Nothing at Best Buy, Target, Circuit City, or Toys R Us. Did find a few copies at Wal Mart though. Woohoo! :)

[Darkside Hazuki]

Grabbed one off the shelf at BB this morning. They had plenty (6+).

[Dr Mario Kart]

My Best Buy had them in the back. They refused to sell them to me until the 29th, so I had to drive clear across town to the other Best Buy to find someone more reasonable.

[SpazX]

I had a $25 GC from my amazon card, so I ordered it there for a grand total of $4.99. I should get it by the end of next week.

[MusicNoteLess]

no go for here in the sunnyvale BB area. I know they had 4 copies in the back room but I got rejected just like everybody else. I'm going to see if I can show em a flyer about how the release date was last yesterday.

[coltcannon]

Finally found one at target. They didnt have the tag out and the lady looked at it strangely. Glad I got one, def. going to have the PW effect for the next month.

[tiredfornow]

My Walmart had none. They did have literally 3 rows filled with copies of Happy Feet, though, so that's well stocked in this area if anyone's looking. :P

all 3 of my walmarts had that same 3-5 rows of happy feet, haha.

but only one of them had two copies of hotel dusk :]

[Chacrana]

Might pick this up when I get back home on Thursday... I'm definitely getting it at some point, but I'm in the middle of FFV now and I'm going to be playing FFVI as soon as that's out... so I don't know how much time I have for this. And I got my investigative fix in Phoenix Wright 2 so I can live without getting this immediately.

[jollydwarf]

Some "delay". My Amazon order just shipped earlier today. Having Prime, I should have it by Thursday. I wonder if this will be Cheapy's game of choice for the throne at some point this year.

[Over easy]

Anyone tried it with the Rumble Pak? I saw the logo on the back of the case, but I don't have a Rumble Pak to try it with.

[cgarb84]

Just ordered one from Amazon.com. The early reviews seem really positive. I really like story-driven games so I think I will like this a lot. Now I just need to finish Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow before this arrives.

[Dr Mario Kart]

oh snap. Now I'm gonna have to hunt down a copy of Metroid Pinball just for the rumble pak

[mkg12]

Gamespot has their review up, 8.2

Hotel Dusk weaves an absorbing noir-style mystery with traditional adventure game elements and stylish presentation and does it all with a deft touch.

The Good: Classic detective noir storyline that's both clever and thoughtful; character graphics are sharp and uniquely styled; puzzle solving is generally quite logical; top-notch dialogue.

The Bad: Protracted item/people-hunting situations periodically rear their ugly heads; story sometimes telegraphs its intentions; molasses-esque pacing will probably drive some people up the wall.

[Nelo Ice]

oh snap. Now I'm gonna have to hunt down a copy of Metroid Pinball just for the rumble pak
huh? why not the standalone rumble packs, my walmart had at least 2 rows of them

[Dr Mario Kart]

oh, I didnt know they sold them by itself. How much?

[Nelo Ice]

oh, I didnt know they sold them by itself. How much?

bah forgot lol

[RelentlessRolento]

oh, I didnt know they sold them by itself. How much?

if it's close to $10, you're better off with Metroid Prime Pinball since it's $10 at CC and TRU.

[tiredfornow]

nice av relentless.

Im liking the way this game is going, it reminds me of myst. :/

[RelentlessRolento]

nice av relentless.

Im liking the way this game is going, it reminds me of myst. :/

thx, I like it too ;)


I'm scared I won't be able to find this tommorow, but we'll see. I checked to see if any EBs/GSs are getting them in from the website search and... none... not even one order. I blame it on their non addition of adding it to the pre-order list. This sucks! I'll either have to wait till the 29th to get it at BB or keep looking. I'll swing by Target and EB tommorow to check, as well as TRU. >_< this is really annoying >_<

[Chacrana]

http://www.gamespot.com/ds/adventure/hotelduskroom215/review.html?sid=6164619

8.2

[fdu]

Found it at the Best Buy in Torrance for you SOCal CAGs. Lots of copies left. The employee actually dug around in the back for me. Cool retail employee. Maybe he was a CAG! :)

[nesfan8222]

Frys in Burbank, CA had at least 15+ copies on the shelf at 29.99 as of this evening

[Vegan]

if it's close to $10, you're better off with Metroid Prime Pinball since it's $10 at CC and TRU.

Is the rumble pak that comes with Metroid Pinball made to fit the Lite, or the Phat?

[munch]

I got one last night at Wal-Mart. It was on the bottom of shelf.


Wal-Mart also had a WoW: BC Collector's Edition. I thought about grabbing it so I can have 2, but I said no.

[Doom5]

Is the rumble pak that comes with Metroid Pinball made to fit the Lite, or the Phat?

The Phat.

[RevdrJFlash]

I had a $25 GC from my amazon card, so I ordered it there for a grand total of $4.99. I should get it by the end of next week.


I've probably said this before but if anyone needs a credit card the Amazon one is awesome, thanks to the 25 dollar gift certificates I'm getting PW2 and Hotel Dusk for 4.77 (Prime is awesome too, much love to my mother for buying to for me for Christmas).

Should be here Friday, can't wait although i probably should beat the last case of PW first...



Oh and it's official, i am a DS whore, i think this makes game number 16 for the little handheld that could.

[nasum]

Well having 16 games is one thing, how long have you had the DS?

Within one week of buying a DS my mom bought 7 games... That's just insane.

[RevdrJFlash]

Well having 16 games is one thing, how long have you had the DS?

Within one week of buying a DS my mom bought 7 games... That's just insane.

Let's see, i got the phat for graduation from college and that was '05, so since May of 2005. Got the lite for my birthday in June '06.

I think it's actually 17 games since i forgot i bought Trace Memory over the weekend (Toys R Us had it in a bin for 9 bucks).

I could count my copy of Metroid Hunters First hunt but i lent it to my boss and I've got a Japaneses copy of Harvest Moon that i can't play since i don't know Japanese (If you're wondering why i have it, i actually found it on the floor of a bar in Tokyo).

[csidegamer]

I had 7 games before I got my DS.

My son only has 4.

[daroga]

Ugh, same guy answering the phone at Best Buy, same "hotel desk" conversation.

Maybe Walmart will just have it and I'll eat the $5 I could save.