Social The Dog Opens a Can of Whoopass: Duck Hunt Social Thread

[BluePikmin11]

Goodbye Takamaru, hello Duck Hunt Dog! :D

I am so stoked (but sorry for Takamaru fans )

This is pretty much my reaction, the Ninka Kiwi leak is looking realer by the minute.

 

[Arcadenik]

It is really disappointing that Takamaru, the most wanted retro newcomer owned by Nintendo, is an Assist Trophy. The worst is wondering that if being the most wanted newcomer only gets you in as an Assist Trophy, then what does being the least wanted newcomer like Duck Hunt Dog gets? Is he finally going to have a trophy at best or a sticker at least or nothing at worst?

Are we getting any retro newcomers? Does Sakurai count Little Mac, Mega Man, and Pac-Man as retro newcomers?

 

[Reila]

It is really disappointing that Takamaru, the most wanted retro newcomer owned by Nintendo, is an Assist Trophy. The worst is wondering that if being the most wanted newcomer only gets you in as an Assist Trophy, then what does being the least wanted newcomer like Duck Hunt Dog gets? Is he finally going to have a trophy at best or a sticker at least or nothing at worst?

Are we getting any retro newcomers? Does Sakurai count Little Mac, Mega Man, and Pac-Man as retro newcomers?

Why should he? There is no reason to consider franchises which got new games in the past decade as retro newcomers. Mega Man had Mega Man 9 and 10, Little Mac had Punch Out!! Wii and Pac-Man gets new games frequently. If there isn't a new retro character in Smash, it is because Sakurai has no plans of trying to revive any of the remaining "dead retro" characters of Nintendo, which would be a true shame. Ice Climbers and Pit were some of the most interesting newcomers in the past.

 

[Weavel]

"reads topic"

No.

 

[Exegguter]

Put me om support!

 

[Arcadenik]

This is pretty much my reaction, the Ninka Kiwi leak is looking realer by the minute.

I want to believe but I'm a little scared of having my hopes raised if I'm gonna be disappointed again. We finally have a live leak that says Duck Hunt Dog is a newcomer. It's too good to be true. I'm just gonna assume that he won't get in even as a sticker just like in Brawl.

 

[Davidreamcatcha]

I want to believe but I'm a little scared of having my hopes raised if I'm gonna be disappointed again. We finally have a live leak that says Duck Hunt Dog is a newcomer. It's too good to be true. I'm just gonna assume that he won't get in even as a sticker just like in Brawl.

What are the specifications of this leak, exactly?

 

[Arcadenik]

What are the specifications of this leak, exactly?

Look for BluePikmin11's post on page 8 of this thread.

 

[Spazzy_D]

It is really disappointing that Takamaru, the most wanted retro newcomer owned by Nintendo, is an Assist Trophy. The worst is wondering that if being the most wanted newcomer only gets you in as an Assist Trophy, then what does being the least wanted newcomer like Duck Hunt Dog gets? Is he finally going to have a trophy at best or a sticker at least or nothing at worst?

Are we getting any retro newcomers? Does Sakurai count Little Mac, Mega Man, and Pac-Man as retro newcomers?

I'm still not sure how we haven't gotten a Duck Hunt stage yet.

 

[Yoshi-Thomas]

The roster if the leak ends up true (and assuming the Chorus Kids get in to make it 52), remember the three miis only share one slot.

 

[Arcadenik]

I'm still not sure how we haven't gotten a Duck Hunt stage yet.

I cannot believe we still haven't gotten any retro veterans, let alone a retro newcomer. It would be cool if we got a retro themed trailer that confirms Ice Climbers, Mr. Game & Watch, R.O.B., and Duck Hunt Dog.

 

[Ganonthegreat]

What exactly is this leak? I'm not buying it for a second by the roster. I mean Dr. Mario, Bowser Jr, Chorus Men and Dark Pit, but no Ridley, Mewtwo or K. Rool?

 

[Yomi's Biggest Fan]

I'm here to hope for the Dog's safety since he's the only "retro" option left for now. That is, if there are going to have any more Duck Hunt related content in Smash.

Just the thought of that poor animal crying instead of laughing would really break my heart. After all, this dog still managed to make the game entertaining to me when I was a kid despite his Scrappy Doo status.

 

[Arcadenik]

I really want to see people's reactions on YouTube when they see Duck Hunt Dog confirmed as a newcomer.

 

[Reila]

I'm here to hope for the Dog's safety since he's the only "retro" option left for now. That is, if there are going to have any more Duck Hunt related content in Smash.

There are other options, actually...

What exactly is this leak? I'm not buying it for a second by the roster. I mean Dr. Mario, Bowser Jr, Chorus Men and Dark Pit, but no Ridley, Mewtwo or K. Rool?

The fact the leak doesn't have characters you want doesn't mean it is fake. This is coming from a supporter of Ridley and King K. Rool.

 

[Arcadenik]

There are other options, actually...

The fact the leak doesn't have characters you want doesn't mean it is fake. This is coming from a supporter of Ridley and King K. Rool.

Well yeah... but Duck Hunt Dog is a pretty appealing option compared to most retro characters... an iconic character from the NES days representing the NES Zapper games... with a bizarre and unique moveset that involves breaking the fourth wall to shoot at targets and opponents... with elements from Duck Hunt, Wild Gunman, and Hogan's Alley... and his infamous laugh as a taunt would be legendary!

 

[YoshiandToad]

The two most iconic retros as I'd see them would be Balloon Fighter and Duck Hunt Dog. Everyone knew these two.

I hope we get the chance to slap people in the face with ducks in SSB4 like we did in the fangame SSB Crusade...that was honestly what sold me on him and now he's one of my most wanted!

Well Crusade actually just secured him...I blame you almost entirely, Arcadenik, for my support. When I first read this thread I laughed like the dog and thought the idea was far too silly, but then I realised of all the retro Nintendo games I played only Duck Hunt and Balloon Fight genuinely stuck in my mind. I began to read your suggestions and came around to the idea of the dog. He's been in my top five ever since.

 

[Yams]

I just feel like after all of Sakurai's comments about wanting to bring back old characters and wanting very unique characters, Duck Hunt Dog just seems so perfect. I'm not getting my hopes up too high, but I'm definitely way more optimistic than I have been for months.

It is really disappointing that Takamaru, the most wanted retro newcomer owned by Nintendo, is an Assist Trophy. The worst is wondering that if being the most wanted newcomer only gets you in as an Assist Trophy, then what does being the least wanted newcomer like Duck Hunt Dog gets? Is he finally going to have a trophy at best or a sticker at least or nothing at worst?

Are we getting any retro newcomers? Does Sakurai count Little Mac, Mega Man, and Pac-Man as retro newcomers?

I don't think that just because Takamaru, the most popular retro choice, is disconfirmed means that all retros below his level won't be playable. Sakurai has shown with these reveals that being a unique fighter is more important than being a popular one.

If not playable, I'm feeling good about DHD at least having some sort of reference, whether it be a sticker, trophy, or maybe an AT.

 

[Arcadenik]

I'm having some fan art ideas in my head if he's really playable in Smash.

Duck Hunt Dog would be Villager's BFF... he's crazy too... I mean, you have to be crazy to laugh at the person who's pointing the gun at you.

Ducks vs. Cuccos!

 

[Reality_Ciak]

Another reason to want DHD, because screw PETA. haha

 

[Sheng Long]

This character is amazing!!! It definitely makes me want to play as that dog. Great job man.

 

[smashkirby]

I would hope DHD is in both SSF2 and SSB4!

 

[ErenJager]

I was thinking an alternative Down special to pooping would be to dig.

Then it creates a pit fall for your opponents, the initial dig could also be like a sand attack if your standing behind the dog.

 

[jacobjeb]

I support it. It's a cool idea, not sure about the down special though. It's like jigglypuffs but it takes longer and adds damage. But I like the idea of him as a character and would be glad if he made it in. i dont see it happening though, but i can wish

 

[SomewhatMystia]

I never expected to actually be kind of interested in Duck Hunt Dog, but... Your moveset (and the whole Ninka leak thing) sold me. Consider me a supporter.

Now to photoshop DHD holding up a Chorus Kid...

 

[Spazzy_D]

I was never really a DHD supporter per se, but I will say this. Back when Melee had come out, and my friends and I had unlocked all the newcomers, we would often wonder what characters might make it into a sequel.

The front runners for new series characters for us were always 1.) Pit 2.) Little Mac 3.) Olimar 4.) DHD.

So I've always been cool with the choice.

 

[G1_Shockwave]

Would make for a great classic character, My NES was packed with Mario bros/Duck Hunt, so I have a lot of memories of that taunting jerk

 

[BluePikmin11]

I really want to see people's reactions on YouTube when they see Duck Hunt Dog confirmed as a newcomer.

I would love to see The Black Nerd's reaction specifically, I think he would extremely excited of his inclusion.

 

[Capybara Gaming]

This is pretty much my reaction, the Ninka Kiwi leak is looking realer by the minute.

Jr. fighting from a Mario Kart? With the Koopalings as alts?

Deconfirmed.

 

[Reila]

The leak says nothing about a kart, it says Bowser Jr. fights inside his Koopa Clown Car.

 

[Capybara Gaming]

The leak says nothing about a kart, it says Bowser Jr. fights inside his Koopa Clown Car.

still deconfirmed, the koopalings are all diferent sizes and would require different hit/hurtboxes. as well as weight.

 

[Reila]

still deconfirmed, the koopalings are all diferent sizes and would require different hit/hurtboxes. as well as weight.

If you say so

 

[Capybara Gaming]

If you say so

Not to mention they're have the name "Bowser Jr." on them while clearly being a different character. #strawgrasping

 

[BluePikmin11]

We'll since they are on the clown car, the car itself would probably be a hitbox, not the Koopalings, that should solve the problem really.

 

[Arcadenik]

Take the Bowser Jr./Koopalings talk to the Bowser Jr. thread.

Let's all glorify Duck Hunt Dog.

Duck Hunt Dog is love. Duck Hunt Dog is life.

All hail Duck Hunt Dog!

 

[Deleted member]

Not to mention they're have the name "Bowser Jr." on them while clearly being a different character. #strawgrasping

In such cases, even if two characters’ names and voices differ, as long as they function the same way, I assign them as alternate costumes. The Wii Fit Trainers, Villagers, and Robin are examples of this setup.

Unless Jr. was fighting outside the mech, the concept doesn't go against Sakurai's statement.

Anyways, why I came to this topic in the first place.
Not sure if it was mentioned here already, but apparently, the dog has been in a game after Duck Hunt: Barker Bill's Trick Shooting.

He appears in the Balloon Saloon game, and you can even shoot him, which pisses him off. And yes, it's the same dog. He has the laugh.

I need to do more research, but I think the name "Barker Bill" could be his name, given how pun-like it is when relating to a dog.

EDIT: Never mind; the game is based off of Barker Bill's Cartoon Show, so it's not the dog's name.
However, it still is the dog from Duck Hunt.

 

[Arcadenik]

I knew about Barker Bill's Trick Shooting. That's why I suggested that he get the blue top hat as one of his hats (like Pikachu's hats) in the first page.

I also suggested that he wear a cowboy hat and a sombrero like the outlaws in the NES Zapper game Wild Gunman.

 

[Arcadenik]

Check this out. I found this cool ad for the Duck Hunt arcade game (the one where you get to shoot the dog).

I found it in this link. http://www.usgamer.net/articles/five-weird-and-wonderful-nintendo-stories

An interesting read for anyone who's into Nintendo history.

 

[Yoshi-Thomas]

If Duck Hunt Dog is playable I ask Arcadenik to be renamed Duck Hunt Dog for a year while keeping the same avatar.

 

[Reila]

By the way, I think that if DHD is playable in Smash, it will likely get a redesign, like Ice Climbers and Pit got.