Amazon Lightning Deal: The Legend of Zelda: TLP for NGC $19.99

[GrimmFandango]

TP for Cube.

[Poor2More]

Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess GC 19.99

[babycarlitos]

ha!! zelda...... not a TRUE rpg... STILL a "BELOVED FANTASY" lolololol ...

[SDC]

Yeesh, I got this for $30 on launch day. Laaaaaaaaame.

[allyourblood]

smokin' price.

[Ryukahn]

LMAO!!! GC Twilight Princess! ahahahahaha:rofl:

[informer]

zelda for gamecube? eh

[Megafrog]

Twilight Princess Zelda for the Cube, 19.99

[rodeojones903]

GC version!?!? Boo!

[Sporadic]

The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess for Nintendo Gamecube


Gold Box Price: $19.99

[baldbuddha]

and the disapointment, didnt someone say zelda was not an rpg

[xeno]

meh*watches tv*
@baldbuddha (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/member.php?u=97137)

yea like 10 people said that zelda isnt a RPG

[skube]

Bah Zelda for the Gamecube FTL!
boo Amazon!

[dpadilla4]

weak!!

[Blade70]

Nooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!

[rvdrock]

ROFL...gamecube

[Poor2More]

Beloved? RPG?GC? WTF

[Gamelore]

Bummer. I don't even like Zelda, let alone a gimped version. Oh well.

[-Sean]

zelda =/= rpg. thanks for false advertising amazon :bomb:

edit: 3% already claimed?!

[Chris in Cali]

WTF, why the GCN version?

[joshnorm]

Wow glad to see that Zelda is a fucking RPG. BOO the hype machine had my hopes up.

[Exodus.Lang]

I was impressed until I noticed that it was the GameCube version.

[doho7744]

Move along, nothing to see here

[keithp]

10 minutes until massive disappointment. Can't wait!

QFT and FTW!

[the_punisher]

WHAT A fuckING RIPOFF. EPIC DIAPPOINTMENT X 4 (for MGS4, even though that's ironic cuz MGS4 will be the opposite)

[slowdive21]

umm why wont it add to my cart?

[Sharp Katana]

aww it's TP. Good price nonetheless, too bad I already have it.

[Master Shake]

Well at least I'm drunk.

[gunm]

Ahahahahahaha!

[Kyz]

Worst. Buildup. Ever.

[prateeko]

Hmm, I think I'll get this. I've been wanting it for my Cube collection and $20 is a fair price.

Plus now I can get something else I want with it...

[fatez]

wow! this is a great deal...

[gobz]

What the frack

[imacgod]

Anywho, back on topic, I kind of hope it's Twilight Princess... for the GameCube! I'd like it to complete my GameCube collection. I haven't seen a deal for it yet. And I might end up bringing my GameCube to school since I don't have reason to leave it in storage at home, so I wouldn't mind playing TP again.

Obviously, I am happy. :)

[ihavenolife123]

time to talk about nocturne again

[V878]

Picked it up with the free shipping. Don't own a Wii and the traditional controls don't bother me. Didn't want to pay more than $20 for it so not a bad deal for me.

[jimbodan]

I was impressed until I noticed that it was the GameCube version.

Same here. actually added it to my cart before I realized it wasn't the Wii version

[baldbuddha]

people are buying it, thats whats sad

[fifthcore]

people are buying it, thats whats sad

Collector's Item!!!

[Monroeski]

people are buying it, thats whats sad
Yes, how terrible that people are picking up a recent GotY for a great price. What bastards. :D

[slidecage]

only if there was something cheap to buy to push it to 25 to get free shipping

[Dead of Knight]

I was like, "Holy crap, that's actually a good deal! Too bad I already have it." ....Then I went to CAG, where it was pointed out that it's the Gamecube version.

[Dr Mario Kart]

I got it. I can goozex it for 700 points and get the Wii version for 600

[abilyk]

I think it's a great deal. The GC version of the game reflects the initial design (with Link as left-handed), but the Wii version mirrors EVERYTHING, making Link right-handed and mirroring all the environments.

I expect the GC version was produced in relatively limited quantities, and first-party games like this rarely drop in price even in normal circumstances. Even though I own and have played through the Wii version, I'm happy to add this to my collection for a cheap price.

[judyjudyjudy]

This thread made me LOL.

[Master Shake]

only if there was something cheap to buy to push it to 25 to get free shippingIt has free shipping.

[SnotRocket]

Zelda is not an RPG.


Amazon has something to argue with you about.

This sucks!

[Veronica Mars]

LoL

[kunfumike]

amazon has failed me with a game from a last gen system they must be kidding us!

[MikeHoncho]

Move along guys. Nothing to see but broken dreams

[crunchewy]

I don't have a Wii, so this is a good deal for me. Can I use the Atlus $5 off coupon with this deal? If so, even better.

[fatez]

only if there was something cheap to buy to push it to 25 to get free shipping
it is already free shipping... they charge you the full price and give you promotional credit to take it down to $19.99, so it is free shipping at $19.99

[peteyrose]

Ordered it w/free 2 day shipping. LOVE amazon prime! :D

GC version owns the Wii version btw.

[Gumby the Green]

hmm i understand it was a sucky buildup for some people, but I'm pretty excited, finally get to get this bad boy for the cube and finish playing it, and add it to the collection, and $20 isn't bad at all.

[Gothic Walrus]

Yes, how terrible that people are picking up a recent GotY for a great price. What bastards. :D

If this thread didn't make it abundantly clear, a large number of CAG users are idiots. It's a good game, and it's not like the Gamecube controller is a bad way to play the game.

ha!! zelda...... not a TRUE rpg... STILL a "BELOVED FANTASY" lolololol ...

Beloved? RPG?GC? WTF

zelda =/= rpg. thanks for false advertising amazon :bomb:

edit: 3% already claimed?!

I'd still like someone to explain to me why Zelda isn't an RPG.

[V878]

only if there was something cheap to buy to push it to 25 to get free shipping
I got free shipping and I just ordered the game. I assumed Gold Box gives free shipping even if it's below $25.

[WilliamG]

This ticks me off, actually. I'm really pissed at Nintendo for the way they handled the Zelda release. No 16:9 on the Gamecube = LAME. And the sword controls on the Wii = LAME. I quit playing the Wii one because it just got old swinging my hand around the whole time, and you can't switch the controls! I wish you could swing by PUSHING A FRICKIN' BUTTON!!!

Ah well. Will pass on this... will wait for the Wii Collector's Edition with push-button sword-swinging. One can hope, can't one?

[eliter1]

People, understand that lighting deals have free shipping if their original price is over 25. Why are you always asking for a filler item.:roll:

[gkrykewy]

LOL, cube version. Garbage. I was hoping for oblivion.

[JDUB X]

Good deal Amazon, but Zelda is not an RPG

[InvaderZim]

Zelda for the Gamecube - 19.99

[prateeko]

I got free shipping and I just ordered the game. I assumed Gold Box gives free shipping even if it's below $25.

Actually, shipping is free cuz a promo is applied on a $48 game. I totally forgot about that, thanks for letting us know it was free!

Canceled DQM which I had as filler, I'd rather just get Zelda and not spend more money than I have to with Mario Kart and GTA coming up...

[fatez]

there is still good resale and trade value for this game, so why knock it? :P

[Nibi]

In for 1. My little sister stole my copy.

[rodeojones903]

Zelda for the Gamecube - 19.99


Fuck thanks!

[Gothic Walrus]

This ticks me off, actually. I'm really pissed at Nintendo for the way they handled the Zelda release. No 16:9 on the Gamecube = LAME. And the sword controls on the Wii = LAME. I quit playing the Wii one because it just got old swinging my hand around the whole time, and you can't switch the controls! I wish you could swing by PUSHING A FRICKIN' BUTTON!!!

Ah well. Will pass on this... will wait for the Wii Collector's Edition with push-button sword-swinging. One can hope, can't one?

Given that none of the Zelda games have been modified like that and rereleased on their original console in America before, you'll probably be waiting for a long time.

[kyle4404]

this is a pretty good deal. For those who havn't played it... the small portion of you.. you must get this.

[KingBroly]

During Twilight Princess on Wii, they really could've pulled the camera back at times. Especially when you cross Lake Hylia. When you do that in the GC version, it's amazing.

[rainking187]

I was hoping for oblivion.

LOL

[ets]

Great Deal if you don't have it. You get free shipping before they deduct for the promotion:

tem(s) Subtotal: $47.99
Shipping & Handling: $4.49
Super Saver Discount: -$4.49
Promotional Certificate: -$28.00
-----
Total Before Tax: $19.99 Estimated Tax: $0.00
-----
Grand Total: $19.99

[Tecka]

Could be good!

[Jack]

Thanks for posting, Morphine. I ordered a copy and used the Atlus $5 coupon to get it for $14.99.

[Wolfpup]

Do we really need 30 people all announcing the name of the game? I think we've got it now :D

Talk about false advertising. They claim it's going to be a "beloved fantasy RPG"...and they give us a game that's not even an RPG?

Something in the Final Fantasy series made the most sense, since obviously it probably is the most beloved RPG series, there's a ton of them they could have discounted, and the ad even had "Fantasy" in the description, and those descriptions do real obvious stuff like that half the time.

It is considered an RPG by many.

That's not an RPG!

wtf.. why a game cube game??

Twilight Princess Gamecube, 19.99

Goddammit. Zelda is not a RPG.

Amazon has something to argue with you about.

Ordered it w/free 2 day shipping. LOVE amazon prime! :D

GC version owns the Wii version btw.


I'd still like someone to explain to me why Zelda isn't an RPG.

The distinction is perhaps a fine one, but without some form of stats and leveling, it's not an RPG. Granted, games pretty similar to Zelda are action-RPGs (Final Fantasy Adventure comes to mind as an example), but as is Zelda is an adventure game (or "action adventure" for those who think only PC-style adventure games are adventure games).

This ticks me off, actually. I'm really pissed at Nintendo for the way they handled the Zelda release. No 16:9 on the Gamecube = LAME. And the sword controls on the Wii = LAME. I quit playing the Wii one because it just got old swinging my hand around the whole time, and you can't switch the controls! I wish you could swing by PUSHING A FRICKIN' BUTTON!!!

Yeah, I have that issue with a lot of Wii and DS stuff. It's like they do these alternate controls just to justify the weird input hardware or something. Everyone I've talked to says the 'Cube version is better-except the lack of 16:9 is incredibly lame and feels arbitrary just to push people to the Wii version.

They should have had at least the option for more standard controls in this Zelda. I might have liked it better (although I really didn't like it compared to Wind Waker).

[thakingrocka]

i like the GC version better than the wii version. it was built for the GC, and that's where it should be played. buy it. it's totally worth it. i paid 50 and i feel no remorse.

[Wolfpup]

i like the GC version better than the wii version. it was built for the GC, and that's where it should be played. buy it. it's totally worth it. i paid 50 and i feel no remorse.

I probably would if I still had my controllers and memory cards (VERY stupid of me to get rid of them, but oh well :( ) Everyone I've talked to about it tells me the 'Cube version is superior. Should have given you the option to use the Classic Controller.

[eliter1]

Does anyone have an Atlus code they want to give to a fellow CAG, I'd bite for $14.99

[lilchubz11]

not to bad

[Masterkyo]

Argh............ why is GC. I already owned the Wii version & no need to spend $20 for GC version. It should be PSP game deal instead GC deal :(

[legendoffanboy]

pretty easy buy at 20
grr i dont need to be spending money atm

[ranmasama]

Whats the difference between the Wii versions and GC version?
Is only the controls different? If it is then I may just buy the GC version.

[V878]

Actually, shipping is free cuz a promo is applied on a $48 game. I totally forgot about that, thanks for letting us know it was free!

Canceled DQM which I had as filler, I'd rather just get Zelda and not spend more money than I have to with Mario Kart and GTA coming up...

Oh good to know how it works. First time I've used Gold Box. Hope I get this by Thursday next week so I can take it with me home and play it next weekend.

I'm really loving Amazon. Picked up the Orange Box for $30 in Feb DotD and $20 for TP is not bad at all (considering how stingy Nintendo is with price drops on their games).

[Penguin1084]

pretty easy buy at 20
grr i dont need to be spending money atm

same here..

I'm really thinking about buying it even though I own the Wii Version...

decisions, decisions....

[V878]

Whats the difference between the Wii versions and GC version?
Is only the controls different? If it is then I may just buy the GC version.

From Wikipedia:

Shigeru Miyamoto had said in an interview that the only differences between the GameCube and Wii versions of the Twilight Princess are technical[40] (as described above). The Wii version also displays in a 16:9 (anamorphic widescreen mode; see Wii) format in 480p, where the GameCube version plays only in 4:3.[41] 480p is possible on early DOL-001 models of the GameCube, using the component-cable or if the GameCube version is played on the Wii console.

In the Wii version of Twilight Princess, Link is right-handed, despite his normal left-handed preference. Miyamoto noticed that most play-testers preferred wielding their "swords" right-handed, but at that point, all maps, bosses and models had already been designed with a left-handed stance in mind. The simplest solution was to invert the entire game horizontally. In the GameCube version, Link remains left-handed, and the maps and player guides for the two versions are mirror versions of each other.[42] Anything in the game referring to east/west or left/right is changed accordingly between the two versions, with only two exceptions: the Wii version's sun rises in the west and sets in the east at dusk, and its characters shake hands left-handed.

[lurknomore]

great price for the game. bought at launch for full retail.

[Jack]

Whats the difference between the Wii versions and GC version?
Is only the controls different? If it is then I may just buy the GC version.

This is from the Gamespot review:

Graphically, the GameCube version is roughly identical to the Wii release. The main difference comes from a lack of 16:9 widescreen support, resulting in many of the story sequences being letterboxed when viewed in 4:3. However, the game does have 480p support. If you're properly equipped with a GameCube component cable and a TV capable of handling the higher resolution, you'll get a slightly cleaner image. The combat controls are more conventional on the GameCube, since you won't be shaking the controller around to attack (though if you've already played the Wii version, expect to feel dumb when you start to shake your WaveBird and wonder why nothing's happening), but the Wii controls actually end up feeling more precise in a direct comparison. It's easier and faster to aim your arrows, boomerang, or other targeted items using the Wii Remote. It's easier to move the camera around with the Wii Remote, too. While the GameCube controller is more precise when it comes to swinging your sword, the easier aiming and faster access to the spin attack make the Wii version's combat controls superior, even though they have a few issues of their own.

Also, in what has to be the weirdest change, the entire GameCube game is a mirror image of the Wii version. Actually, it's probably the other way around--Nintendo flipped the Wii version so that Link would be holding his sword in his right hand, which is the hand you're supposed to use to hold the Wii Remote. Link's a lefty on the GameCube, and the entire world is flipped around, as well. If you've played the Wii version, that'll trip you up a bit, but considering that the most likely candidate for the GameCube version of the game is someone that didn't get a Wii, this isn't a problem in any way. You can't go wrong with either version of the game, but if you're still trying to decide, the Wii version is just a bit better.

[NolbertoS]

Semi-Average Deal, wanted the Wii Version more than the GC version. I'll keep hoping the Wii version of Twilight Princess will sell for 19.99 someday.

[Tecka]

Should I get it for 20 bucks or buy the Wii version from my friend for 35?

[Meno]

I liked the Wii version a lot more and I played through both.

[YourFace]

Well, the lack of widescreen support means I'll hold out for the Wii version.

[Chronis]

Should I get it for 20 bucks or buy the Wii version from my friend for 35?

This. Wii controls aren't worth $15 more. <_< They aren't worth more, peroid. While the controls do help with stuff like arrow shooting, you won't be doing more arrow shooting than sword figthing. And this person's opinion of the sword controls are that they are boring. Not fun.

[BIG5]

I wasn't expecting this at all, but I'm considering it, if only for the mirrored world. I already own the Wii version, but I'm about ready to replay it and doing so with everything reversed would be kind of interesting. I should probably just say no though.

[ranmasama]

So playing the GC version on my Wii on my Widescreen would look crap?
It won't support widescreen so I'll be basically playing on something like a 24 inch instead of 32 inch?

My widescreen is 32 inch btw

[ZForce]

I would have considered picking it up but.... it's sold out already :(

[Ultros]

wait a minute, I added this into my cart and it says that I claimed it about 20 minutes ago but when I went back to my cart now the item is gone?!? Will they still give me the gold box price one they restock?

[emg28]

When I first saw the hint I knew this was going to be LoZ: TP. I just thought it was going to be the Wii version. Anyways, this is a good price since I don't think Nintendo will lower the price on it. Ordered. :D


^ Glad I didn't hesitate. OOS already!

[abhinav]

For anyone that cares, i own the Wii version of this game and could not get into it but i did enjoy the GC version more. Now i just gotta think if this is worth $20... anyone know how much the Wii version sells for at gamestop?

[s0undwav3]

Awesome, well I just got my copy, and when it comes I'm going to craigslist it since it goes for high dollar in my area. Not even worth using it for the Gamestop two games and pay 9.99 for Mario Kart..this game easily can get more than 20 for. I might just keep it and find absolutely everything in the game, instead of last time just wondering around and making it to the end, which was awesome..Midna was/is really beautiful.

[Chronis]

For anyone that cares, i own the Wii version of this game and could not get into it but i did enjoy the GC version more. Now i just gotta think if this is worth $20... anyone know how much the Wii version sells for at gamestop?

You mean if you trade your Wii version to them? Probably about $15-18. But if you actually mean, how much they sell it for, $50 new, $45 used.

[ets]

^ Glad I didn't hesitate. OOS already!

only 16% Claimed as of right now...

[theflicker]

If it happens to be Twilight Princess for the Cube for maybe $15 I'll bite. I have the Wii version, but I miss the camera control and am also a sap.

Eh, 19.99. I'm in for one.

[V878]

Lol it was saying 100% claimed a little while ago but now back to only 16%. Looks like the deal is still on. Wonder how many copies Amazon has to sell (not sure how many Nintendo still prints now).

[emg28]

I would have considered picking it up but.... it's sold out already :(

wait a minute, I added this into my cart and it says that I claimed it about 20 minutes ago but when I went back to my cart now the item is gone?!? Will they still give me the gold box price one they restock?



^ Glad I didn't hesitate. OOS already!


only 16% Claimed as of right now...

Oops. I just assumed. :oops:

[Cry Havoc]

This is great. I want the GC version so I can play it on my Wii in the living room or the GC in my bedroom. I borrowed the Wii version for a few hours but never really liked the swinging controls, so this is perfect for me. I even got the guide for it 2 days ago from a CAG and have been on the lookout for a deal. Thank you, Amazon.

[emg28]

Lol it was saying 100% claimed a little while ago but now back to only 16%. Looks like the deal is still on. Wonder how many copies Amazon has to sell (not sure how many Nintendo still prints now).

Thanks. Feel a little bit better. :)

[Armenius]

Bleh...Wii maybe, but GC? Glad I forgot about this. :roll:

[ricoraney]

I would have considered picking it up but.... it's sold out already :(
It isn't sold out, you have to click on the gold box deal. The price will adjust. I just bought 1.

[rothgar24]

Thanks guys. I wanted the wii version but from the above comments it sounds like the gamecube version is just as good or maybe better in the long run. I'm in. 20 bucks with free shipping is a good deal.

edit: wasn't sure I would enjoy the motion controls over the entire length of the game anyway.

[fignutz32]

in for one

[pjarvi]

Yay, I got 1 too! I'm always shocked to see stores still trying to sell Gamecube games for their original release price. Now if I can just find a new copy of Wind Waker for less than $50...

[SubjectNameHere]

Son of a bitch why isn't this the Wii version? I sold mine a long time ago and now want it back for $20! :)

Fantastic deal though. It looks like ass on Wii widescreen but other than that, it's actually better than the Wii version IMO.

[Dreamer]

Looks like you can only buy one at this price! Damn....

[ProtoEXE88]

Bought.

Thought I missed it, only 19% have been claimed. It'll be nice to play this in its original form, though it'll be weird I'm sure.

[MetalGearDraco]

I just got Zelda and bought a giant bag of Gardetto's to get Free Shipping. They were going to charge me $17.00 shipping for a $6.19 bag of Gardetto's before the discount. Thank god for the Free Shipping.

[SGT Killjoy]

OMGWTF it disappeared again!

[V878]

^Just checked and it's still up. 20% claimed.

[SGT Killjoy]

thats weird the link is gone for me, and it says 20%

ohk, cleared my cookies and all good

[Ziv_Zulander]

Ahhhh fuck it, i'm buying.

[SGT Killjoy]

there is a weird glitch where if you add it to your cart and delete, it wont work. or sometimes you get to the checkout and it doesnt do the discount.

[blarz]

I'm in at this price. I owned the Wii version (got stolen), so this will work as a good replacement. :D:D

[SGT Killjoy]

it thinks i already bought it for some reason!

[coolzero]

I have been waiting to get this game for a long time! :)

[SGT Killjoy]

wow what a crock, when i try to checkout with a new name, i get to the end and it doesnt have my discount.

BS.

[eliter1]

wow what a crock, when i try to checkout with a new name, i get to the end and it doesnt have my discount.

BS.

You only get one per account.

[SGT Killjoy]

No, what happened is on my normal account

1. i added it
2. accidentally deleted it
3. amazon thinks its still in my cart for some reason
4. got new account
5. when i put in all my info, when i get to checkout, it says $47.99

[SGT Killjoy]

nvm got it

[bigdaddy]

Peopel are bitching about the fact you get the real version of a Zelda game for $20?

[darkxghost]

Good deal, got this plus Hot Shots Tennis for $26.87. Was able to use the $5 off Atlus coupon and free shipping. :D

[spoo]

:rofl:At the flame war before we knew what game, :lol: the ones arguing about Zelda RPG/not RPG:rofl:

[rothgar24]

I'm also picking up the Zelda themed shirt.woot.com as well. $30 on Zelda related goodness tonight.

[lockey]

I'm also picking up the Zelda themed shirt.woot.com as well. $30 on Zelda related goodness tonight.
thanks for the shirt.woot. got my Zelda fix. now to finish Ocarina of Time.

[iGen]

LOL at all the failures in this topic.

The Gamecube version is the definitive version. Also, it's the greatest installment in the Zelda series thus far.

[romeogbs19]

LOL at all the failures in this topic.

The Gamecube version is the definitive version. Also, it's the greatest installment in the Zelda series thus far.

Agreed. Though in fairness I never played the Wii version so my view's a bit tainted. I just feel TP was meant for the Gamecube and ultimately the Wii version is at best a forced port -- though props to Ninty for adding a host of Wii functions into it.

But we all know Link is left-handed ;-)

[crunchewy]

I decided not to buy and now I'm regretting. I do have a backlog, but this game probably isn't going to go for any less, even used, and I do want to play it eventually. Oh well.

[Wolfpup]

So playing the GC version on my Wii on my Widescreen would look crap?
It won't support widescreen so I'll be basically playing on something like a 24 inch instead of 32 inch?

My widescreen is 32 inch btw

It'll look exactly the same as the Wii version, other than the lack of widescreen. You've played other non-widescreen progressive scan games, right? I'll look exactly like those.

[ziutek]

Zelda is now 25.99 on amazon. A bit more than goldbox but still cheaper than anywhere else.
http://www.amazon.com/Legend-Zelda-Twilight-Princess/dp/B0009UBR3A/ref=pd_bbs_sr_2?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1208558144&sr=8-2

[Gamelore]

Agreed. Though in fairness I never played the Wii version so my view's a bit tainted. I just feel TP was meant for the Gamecube and ultimately the Wii version is at best a forced port -- though props to Ninty for adding a host of Wii functions into it.

But we all know Link is left-handed ;-)

Thanks, you guys encouraged me to buy it after I originally laughed at the deal.

I have a Wii, and I was very disappointed in the deal, thinking the Wii version was better (by default). My backlog stretches > 100 games, but I do intend to play this at some point. I think it's retarded that they mirrored the game for Wii (ruining coherence w/ prior Zelda games, destroying original aesthetic feel, etc), and that the wii-mote isn't 100% necessary to play. Definitive version in this case does appear to go to Gamecube.

I have an absolute NO-FORCED-PORT policy for Wii games. All Wii games I buy must not be ports if they use the wii-mote. Yes, that means Okami, MLB Power Pros, Lego Star Wars, and in this case, Zelda:TP.

Original Wii games only, thx.

[Wolfpup]

Zelda is now 25.99 on amazon. A bit more than goldbox but still cheaper than anywhere else.
http://www.amazon.com/Legend-Zelda-Twilight-Princess/dp/B0009UBR3A/ref=pd_bbs_sr_2?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1208558144&sr=8-2

Yeah, still sounds like a great deal, if you can stomach having missed it even cheaper :)

I might actually bite if they still sold controllers and memory cards-especially if they still had Luigi's Mansion. I really shouldn't have sold my Gamecube stuff :(

Thanks, you guys encouraged me to buy it after I originally laughed at the deal.

I have a Wii, and I was very disappointed in the deal, thinking the Wii version was better (by default). My backlog stretches > 100 games, but I do intend to play this at some point. I think it's retarded that they mirrored the game for Wii (ruining coherence w/ prior Zelda games, destroying original aesthetic feel, etc), and that the wii-mote isn't 100% necessary to play. Definitive version in this case does appear to go to Gamecube.

I have an absolute NO-FORCED-PORT policy for Wii games. All Wii games I buy must not be ports if they use the wii-mote. Yes, that means Okami, MLB Power Pros, Lego Star Wars, and in this case, Zelda:TP.

Original Wii games only, thx.

Personally I don't want the Wii's features used unless they add something to the game, and so far the vast majority of the time I don't like them (ditto for the DS). I really like games that are brave enough to just use the classic controller or offer it as an option (it's a nice pad! I probably prefer it to the 360's pad).

I did think Super Mario Galaxy did a great job with it. Basically it wasn't necessary, but the minimal things it did (collecting stars or whatever it is) actually controlled well and didn't need super precision or anything. It wouldn't have worked though if Galaxy didn't have one of the most phenomenal auto-cameras anyone's ever done (maybe the very best in a game that doesn't use fixed perspectives).

What I'd like to see is the hardware actually get pushed. I like that High Voltage developer talking about that. It's like yeah it's low end compared to a Playstation 3, but most Wii games come off looking like it's worse than the Playstation 2 and Gamecube, which is pathetic since it's actually a solid piece of hardware.

[V878]

Very impressed with Amazon. Ordered shipped out today through USPS and say I should get it by the 22nd. Not bad at all for the low price.

This is the first new GameCube I've ever bought. Picked up a used Gamecube through eBay for ~$30 in September (with a controller, 2 mem cards). Bought a few used games (SSBM, MP1) and was waiting for TP to come down to $20. So glad Amazon decided to make it a Lightning deal.