Is the 3DS a gimmick? Find out in the second half of this episode.
Side B has Nick, Chessa, and Jason discussing the merits of the 3DS. Initial discussion revolves around the system being a gimmick and quickly moves to discussion on the quality of the launch titles.
A DS tech demo surprisingly doesn't make for very compelling 3DS launch game.
There's no question, Steel Diver is a weird game. Even after playing it for a while, I'm still not totally sure how to feel about it. Clearly, it's not the deepest of games and it's definitely not one of the better launch titles available, especially from Nintendo. Furthermore, its 2D gameplay does a better job showcasing the touch screen than it does the 3D effect; which isn't totally surprising considering the game started as a DS tech demo. The gimmicky Periscope mode handles that just fine, but like the main content, it's not going to be compelling for the majority of players.
Click through for coverage on each and every 3DS launch game.
If you're like us, you're likely extremely excited for tomorrow. It marks the launch of Nintendo's latest handheld system, the 3DS. The system offers stereoscopic 3D, Wii quality graphics, and a slew of new games - sixteen to be exact. That's a lot of choice! In order to make the right decision on your launch software, click through and read up on each and every game that will be available alongside your shiny new Cosmo Black or Aqua Blue system.
Fire away at your enemies, and explore the depths with your submarine in Steel Diver for the Nintendo 3DS.
One of the more unique games to launch with the 3DS.
Steel Diver has a rather odd history. Originally a Nintendo DS tech demo, the game appeared to be one of those neat concepts that never came to fruition. A generation later the game is set to release as a 3DS launch title.
