Duck Tales REMAKE coming to XBLA, PS3, Wii U

**CDiablo** · 07-12-2013, 09:22 AM

Originally Posted by LiquidPolicenaut

So it looks like this is being released on the PSN, WiiU and PC on Aug 13 and not until Sep 11 for the XBLA. What I liked hearing even more is that a retail version is being released for the PS3 on Aug 20th for $19.99 plus it comes with a Ducktales collector's pin.

The retail version seems to be a download code and a pin for $5 more. Seems like a ripoff to me.

**buzz_n64** · 07-12-2013, 10:21 AM

Originally Posted by CDiablo

The retail version seems to be a download code and a pin for $5 more. Seems like a ripoff to me.

No!!! This blows! They're missing the point as to why someone would want a retail version.

**JSoup** · 07-12-2013, 03:45 PM

Originally Posted by buzz_n64

No!!! This blows! They're missing the point as to why someone would want a retail version.

True, but it's nothing new. The boxes for Mega Man 10 and Marvel vs. Capcom 2 was like that, $5 for a pretty box to put on your shelve.

**bb_hood** · 07-12-2013, 04:36 PM

Originally Posted by LiquidPolicenaut

So it looks like this is being released on the PSN, WiiU and PC on Aug 13 and not until Sep 11 for the XBLA. What I liked hearing even more is that a retail version is being released for the PS3 on Aug 20th for $19.99 plus it comes with a Ducktales collector's pin.

I actually think this is pretty cool, if the pin isnt total jank I wouldnt mind spending the 20$. DuckTales a-woo-hoo

**duffmanth** · 07-18-2013, 08:58 AM

This was my very first NES game! So I downloaded and finished the PS3 version of this game the other day and it's a great game! It stays true to the original NES version with colourful and beautiful levels, and classic, old school platforming that requires perfect timing with jumping and attacking. The levels have had an HD facelift and look great, but will be familiar and fresh at the same time for veterans of the game. The controls stay the same as they were in the NES game, but feel a little unresponsive at times. Each level has a few new elements that make things a little more fun and challenging, but I won't spoil it for anyone. If you're playing this game on normal or hard, there's going to be points where you're gonna wanna throw your controller, cuz the difficulty curve gets a little ridiculous sometimes. The soundtrack and voice acting are great to, as all of the original voice actors are back. The only real complaints I have are the sometimes unresponsive controls and constant cut scenes.

**Frankie_Says_Relax** · 07-18-2013, 09:20 AM

Pre-purchased with discount on PLUS this week. Looking forward to it!

**M.Buster2184** · 07-19-2013, 05:27 AM

I think the game will be good. I just hope they kept the moon theme the same.

**JSoup** · 07-19-2013, 06:03 AM

I'm more interested in the Haunted Mansion theme. Was always my favorite. Has the updated version leaked or otherwise been previewed yet?

**bb_hood** · 07-19-2013, 07:12 AM

My favorite theme is the Himalaya stage music. Does the retail version of the game require a pre-order??

**Frankie_Says_Relax** · 07-19-2013, 11:52 AM

Originally Posted by bb_hood

My favorite theme is the Himalaya stage music. Does the retail version of the game require a pre-order??

If you're talking about the brick/mortar version, I'd say much like the Marvel Vs. Capcom 2 box it's going to be in short supply since it's really just a box with a DLC code and a pin.

So, if your local retailer is offering pre-orders, go for it.

**Bojay1997** · 07-19-2013, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by Frankie_Says_Relax

If you're talking about the brick/mortar version, I'd say much like the Marvel Vs. Capcom 2 box it's going to be in short supply since it's really just a box with a DLC code and a pin.

So, if your local retailer is offering pre-orders, go for it.

So far Gamestop seems to be the only retailer listing it. I think that was the case for Marvel vs. Capcom 2 as well.

**Frankie_Says_Relax** · 07-19-2013, 12:47 PM

Originally Posted by Bojay1997

So far Gamestop seems to be the only retailer listing it. I think that was the case for Marvel vs. Capcom 2 as well.

If that's the case they'll take a pre-order on anything.

**JSoup** · 07-19-2013, 01:18 PM

Originally Posted by Frankie_Says_Relax

If that's the case they'll take a pre-order on anything.

That's pretty much always been true. When I was in high school, I used to pre-order crap that had been out for months just to secure my copy in the next shipment or to force them to order more.

**BHvrd** · 07-19-2013, 06:31 PM

This is a must have and is how to do a remake, just tweak the graphics to update it but keep the same addictive fun gameplay everyone remembers. Looks like one of the best remakes in a long time, gotta buy it.

**Jorpho** · 07-19-2013, 09:31 PM

Originally Posted by BHvrd

This is a must have and is how to do a remake, just tweak the graphics to update it but keep the same addictive fun gameplay everyone remembers. Looks like one of the best remakes in a long time, gotta buy it.

Those are strong words for something that has only been presented in video form. It is entirely possible that they are spectacularly botching the job in ways we cannot yet identify! It has happened so many times before! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Arcade Attack looked pretty good initially, too.

**Frankie_Says_Relax** · 07-19-2013, 09:33 PM

Originally Posted by Jorpho

Those are strong words for something that has only been presented in video form. It is entirely possible that they are spectacularly botching the job in ways we cannot yet identify! It has happened so many times before!

Played it at PAX East. It's totally sound mechanically.

I think if anything it's going to be a matter of how much the final product may clash with anybody's nostalgia for the 8-bit original.

**treismac** · 07-19-2013, 11:30 PM

Originally Posted by Frankie_Says_Relax

I think if anything it's going to be a matter of how much the final product may clash with anybody's nostalgia for the 8-bit original.

Including the ability to flip back and forth from 8-bit graphics to the new cartoony graphics would be a nice solution to this potential clash. It worked for the remakes of the first two Monkey Island games.