Smash 3DS Why I Prefer Super Smash Bros. for 3DS

[ToastMiller]

Wii U version will have better online, that's a big deal to me personally, most of my friends live across the country so having the option of a wired connection is essential for me. I will be getting both versions myself

Why do you think wii U will have better online?

 

[Road Death Wheel]

Why do you think wii U will have better online?

lan connection.

 

[Flaxr XIII]

Ugh. You guys sound like bickering fanboys here. And its not even like Sony vs Xbox fanboying. They're both Nintendo! You're bickering over two halves of the same team! A house divided cannot stand people!

They both have their own Pros and Cons and it's ultimately just down to preference. Unlike you guys, I don't go out that much. And when I am out, I'm usually focusing on whatever I'm out for, whether it be friends, family, or business. Also, Off-TV Play is just as good for portability around the house. Again, that's just preference.

Can I just say though, what the hell does stereoscopic 3D have to do with anything? Maybe it's just me with bad eyesight, but I can't go 5 minutes with the 3D on without my eyes crunching up. I mostly just use it for cutscenes or just to test it out for the first time and that's it. And whether or not the 3D uses up more battery I don't even know since I never use it, but I'd rather be using the battery for game time. Maybe you guys have godlike eyes or whatever but 3D isn't the Ultimate Pro in my books and I'm sure the majority of you won't use it either.

 

[SuperSah]

Smash 3DS is my main version mostly because I only own a 3DS.

They luckily have not gimped on the content. The game has everything a Smash game should, and come on, Smash on the go, whenever and wherever I want?

Hellll yessssssss

 

[BunnyBoy1337]

I'm only getting the 3DS version, mostly because I can't afford a Wii U, but I have the same reasons as you as well.

 

[DarkRyu]

The on the go factor for me isn't really that huge, I find myself more often than not playing my 3DS at home anyway. When I go out, I rarely ever have time to bust out my 3DS and play anything, in fact because of this I hardly take it with me anymore when I leave the house. I don't even consider myself a busy person and I just can't find the time for it outside of my home

 

[Reila]

The on the go factor for me isn't really that huge, I find myself more often than not playing my 3DS at home anyway. When I go out, I rarely ever have time to bust out my 3DS and play anything, in fact because of this I hardly take it with me anymore when I leave the house. I don't even consider myself a busy person and I just can't find the time for it outside of my home

For you. For most of Japanese players and quite a few westerns as well, having the game in a portable device is a huge plus.

 

[DarkRyu]

Never said it wasn't, I started my post off saying "for me". Don't know why you felt you had to clarify that, when a lot of people in this thread have talked about how godlike portability is. I don't even disagree that it's great, I just said that it won't be of much use to me

Hopefully the Wii U version gets an exclusive mode, Smash Run is pretty neat, it would be a shame if they didn't do something unique for both

 

[Raijinken]

I'm here to argue my case for Super Smash Bros. for 3DS, which many people seem to be writing off as the inferior version. Now, I'm not asking why people hate it - we already have a thread for that (multiple, even). I'm here to bring a case to this game. It may be long-winded, so bear with me.

Here's a short list of why I think it will not be inferior:

1. Mobility: For a long time Smashers have enjoyed playing their game, but many younger were limited by being dragged around with their parents and the more sophisticated audience were bound with little time to stop and play on a home console, between work, school, and relationships. With Super Smash Bros. for 3DS, you can take your game anywhere! It's more convenient and easier to focus with the screen closer and despited the smaller screen and lesser graphics IN MY OPINION the mobility completely makes up for that. Speaking of graphics...
2. More Graphical Options: The thing about this game that hangs people up is the graphical limitations brought by the lackluster Nintendo 3DS screens. However, the game manages to look excellent taped and live. You can adjust the thickness of the lines around it from thick to none, allowing for many options for your play style and preferences. Additionally, the outlines are the perfect remedy for smaller screens, allowing you to distinguish characters better.
3. Release Date & Cost: It's no secret that for 3DS is cheaper and comes out earlier. For people on a budget, this makes Super Smash Bros. for 3DS a better choice. You can play Smash before Wii U-ers and for a lower cost.
4. Multiplayer: Everyone who is a Smash Fan (mostly) knows that the 3DS is selling waaaaaaay better than the Wii U. It's also logical to think that more people would buy the 3DS version, no? This will ensure that the online multiplayer will be of varied skill levels and more players allow you to not worry about waiting forever to join that one game that needs to finish. Also, as for local multiplayer (also online, I suppose) it would be logical to also think people around you would have for 3DS over for Wii U, allowing for more multiplayer options. Bringing me to my final listed (but not final) point...
5. SMASH RUN!!!!!!: If anyone needs a reason to prefer Smash Bros. for 3DS, show 'em Smash Run. It's fresh, it's new, it's innovative - and it feels natural and makes sense.

I agree with all of this.

Except Smash Run being new and innovative. It's just City Trial for Smash. Doesn't mean it's not amazing, just that it's not new.

 

[RPGatWill]

I agree with all of this.

Except Smash Run being new and innovative. It's just City Trial for Smash. Doesn't mean it's not amazing, just that it's not new.

That's a fair stance to have, but I never played City Trial so it'll be new for me. Add in the Wii U price point (Just getting the system, let alone the extension that let's you use a gamecube controller, an actual gamecube controller, probably a wii controller, wii knumchucks, amiibo, battery chargers so I don't have to replace batteries constantly) and I'll stick to the system I have for smash. When I get a windfall of an extra $1000 or so I may consider the Wii U then. Who knows, it may have dropped in price, though I doubt Smash 4 will drop in price ever.

Either way I'd wait to see what the exclusive mode for the Wii U is before saying it's superior or inferior or whatever. They are pretty much the same game aside from the stages and graphics, neither of which makes much impact on me personally.

 

[Raijinken]

Yea, I've no doubt both versions will be great. I'm in the same boat for not having a U, and until it gets a few more must-haves, I'll stick to the 3DS. That said, if there wasn't a 3DS version, I'd be saving hard for a U to get the game.

 

[Deleted member]

Yea, I've no doubt both versions will be great. I'm in the same boat for not having a U, and until it gets a few more must-haves, I'll stick to the 3DS. That said, if there wasn't a 3DS version, I'd be saving hard for a U to get the game.

Same man. I'll be sticking to the 3DS for now. The Wii U version is great, but I don't have a Wii U, so yeah. The 3DS version brings a new Smash experience, and that's what I'm looking forward to at the moment.

 

[BindingBlade]

Same man. I'll be sticking to the 3DS for now. The Wii U version is great, but I don't have a Wii U, so yeah. The 3DS version brings a new Smash experience, and that's what I'm looking forward to at the moment.

It's unique, and with yet another message of agreeance I will name it a general opinion!

 

[SmashBro99]

You know why they aren't releasing them at the same time right?

Mobile smash is cool but I'm pretty sure the majority of people would only get it for the Wii U if they came out at the same time, and the 3DS version wouldn't sell squat.

So we're having this ugly version pushed on us first, lucky for them most people don't wanna wait and will just get the 3DS version then drop it when Wii U comes out :D

Well played Nintendo.

 

[Raijinken]

You know why they aren't releasing them at the same time right?

Mobile smash is cool but I'm pretty sure the majority of people would only get it for the Wii U if they came out at the same time, and the 3DS version wouldn't sell squat.

So we're having this ugly version pushed on us first, lucky for them most people don't wanna wait and will just get the 3DS version then drop it when Wii U comes out :D

Well played Nintendo.

I'd still get it for 3DS, since there is not yet a Fire Emblem or F-Zero game on the U. I imagine others are in the same boat (having a 3DS, not wanting a U strictly for Smash).

If they REALLY wanted to sell the U version so hard, they'd have not made a 3DS version. I'd totally be getting a U if that happened.

 

[Ragna22]

All I'll say is I'm loving how Smash Run is turning out, and I like the 3DS box art better than the Wii-U's, other than that, I'll wait til I play the games first before judging which one I like better.

 

[Deleted member]

All I'll say is I'm loving how Smash Run is turning out, and I like the 3DS box art better than the Wii-U's, other than that, I'll wait til I play the games first before judging which one I like better.

Agreed, man. Yeah, I don't get the thing of '''Wii U is better'' or ''3DS is better''. It's just a game, and it all comes to personal preference. Both versions are equal and are good in their own right, like I've said in past threads.

 

[BindingBlade]

I'd still get it for 3DS, since there is not yet a Fire Emblem or F-Zero game on the U. I imagine others are in the same boat (having a 3DS, not wanting a U strictly for Smash).

If they REALLY wanted to sell the U version so hard, they'd have not made a 3DS version. I'd totally be getting a U if that happened.

If they wanted the Wii U version to sell better they should've have released the 3DS version earlier either.

 

[Raijinken]

If they wanted the Wii U version to sell better they should've have released the 3DS version earlier either.

Also a good point, but just knowing the option would exist would still keep me from getting a U just for Smash.

 

[Reila]

Making the game only for the Wii U would most likely be a huge waste of resources/budget. It would move units, it would sell a lot, but hardly enough to justify the development of the game. Making it for the 3DS was the best decision Nintendo could make, from a business point of view.

 

[warionumbah2]

Nintendo are betting everything on the Wii U Smash, 3DS is fine its the handheld version of the Wii.

Nintendo better make U better or else its gonna hurt the console a lot.

i'll play the 3DS version but will mostly play my Wii U version when it comes, not playing 3DS on a bus when i could listen to music, not at collage when i can socialize. Only time i'll play the 3DS version after the Wii U release is when i'm on a plane,long journey.

overall i'll play this version a lot till the Wii U comes i only have time to play at home.

 

[Reila]

Nintendo are betting everything on the Wii U Smash, 3DS is fine its the handheld version of the Wii.

wat

 

[warionumbah2]

wat

as in almost everyone has it. U_U

 

[Reila]

as in almost everyone has it. U_U

Ah, I see. Anyway, I am sorry to burst your bubble, but I really doubt the Wii U version will be better than 3DS version. Unless the 3DS version has framerate drops or some kind of game breaking glitch, both versions will likely be equivalent in terms of quality. The Wii U version will have its perks, as will the 3DS version. Ultimately, it is up to the player to choose which version is better for them. Me? I am choosing the 3DS version.

 

[AustarusIV]

Frankly, I think the reason most people are upset with the 3DS version and are calling it "inferior", is because they somehow think it's a resource drain on the Wii U version.

But that isn't true at all. The 3DS version entered development first, and it's already more or less completed by this point. More people are going to be playing that version over the one for Wii U even after it comes out.

 

[Colino]

I prefer it because I can play it whilst taking a poo. I greatly value things I can do whilst taking a poo.

And while this may be possible on Wii U it's going to be that much more uncomfortable.

 

[warionumbah2]

Ah, I see. Anyway, I am sorry to burst your bubble, but I really doubt the Wii U version will be better than 3DS version. Unless the 3DS version has framerate drops or some kind of game breaking glitch, both versions will likely be equivalent in terms of quality. The Wii U version will have its perks, as will the 3DS version. Ultimately, it is up to the player to choose which version is better for them. Me? I am choosing the 3DS version.

don't really care which is better i'm only saying it should be cause the Wii U is at the brink of death. only bubble your bursting is the Wii U.

 

[PingPongCop]

lan connection.

How does that have to do with anything? :l

 

[ChibiIceClimberz]

Speaking of online multiplayer, both games utilize the Nintendo Network so one version won't have better online than the other.

I prefer it because I can play it whilst taking a poo. I greatly value things I can do whilst taking a poo.

And while this may be possible on Wii U it's going to be that much more uncomfortable.

I'm not sure how it's uncomfortable; it's pretty much the same, lol.

 

[Colino]

I'm not sure how it's uncomfortable; it's pretty much the same, lol.

The pad is bigger and unless your toilet is located right next to your tv set (I'm sorry for you) there is a decent chance you'll have a little bit of lag.

 

[ChibiIceClimberz]

The pad is bigger and unless your toilet is located right next to your tv set (I'm sorry for you) there is a decent chance you'll have a little bit of lag.

It's big, but it's not heavy at all. Plus, depending on your home, you can bring your GamePad from afar without latency issues.

 

[Soul.]

Frankly, I think the reason most people are upset with the 3DS version and are calling it "inferior", is because they somehow think it's a resource drain on the Wii U version.

But that isn't true at all. The 3DS version entered development first, and it's already more or less completed by this point. More people are going to be playing that version over the one for Wii U even after it comes out.

Lol, we've wanted a handheld Smash game and now almost everyone is calling it inferior because it's "holding the Wii U back".
Almost everyone will play Smash 3DS more because you can play the game at any time because of the 3DS' larger install base. So for example, you're in SmashBoards and want to play Smash 4, there's the 3DS version.
It's okay if someone doesn't like the 3DS version, but not everything will be on the Wii U. Calling it inferior is pointless because I don't think the 3DS players are hating on the Wii U version, or would Wii U players want their version to be called inferior as well?
Both games will be good.

 

[ChikoLad]

Anyway, I am sorry to burst your bubble, but I really doubt the Wii U version will be better than 3DS version..

That's completely subjective, because both games cater to different preferences.

Speaking of online multiplayer, both games utilize the Nintendo Network so one version won't have better online than the other.

But they still have different infrastructure, and the Wii U supports wired connections, while the 3DS doesn't. Wired connections are always better than wireless connections. So no matter what, you will always have the capacity to have a better connection on Wii U.

 

[DatSmasher]

I heard this one is more like Melee than the Wii U version since it's faster. I don't need more reasons than this to find it surperior. Still getting the Wii U version too though. Because GC controller.

 

[TerminalMontage]

I heard this one is more like Melee than the Wii U version since it's faster. I don't need more reasons than this to find it surperior. Still getting the Wii U version too though. Because GC controller.

That can't be! I heard the physics and mechanics are the same, as they should be and as they'll probably be in the end product. That might've been the result of different builds for the WiiU and 3DS demos, one being newer than the other.

 

[ChibiIceClimberz]

But they still have different infrastructure, and the Wii U supports wired connections, while the 3DS doesn't. Wired connections are always better than wireless connections. So no matter what, you will always have the capacity to have a better connection on Wii U.

For better connection, yes, but in terms of content, they're handled pretty much the same.

 

[Deleted member]

don't really care which is better i'm only saying it should be cause the Wii U is at the brink of death. only bubble your bursting is the Wii U.

Uh, well, we should leave the sales thing to Nintendo. We've been wanting a handheld Smash to come out since the beginning and now people are dissing it? Some are saying that the 3DS version shouldn't exist so that the Wii U can ''thrive'' in sales, but I'm pretty sure that the former is going to sell more than the Wii U game.

 

[warionumbah2]

Uh, well, we should leave the sales thing to Nintendo. We've been wanting a handheld Smash to come out since the beginning and now people are dissing it? Some are saying that the 3DS version shouldn't exist so that the Wii U can ''thrive'' in sales, but I'm pretty sure that the former is going to sell more than the Wii U game.

What was the point of this reply? I'm not dissing the game, i'm not going against the fact that the 3DS will outsell.

 

[DatSmasher]

That can't be! I heard the physics and mechanics are the same, as they should be and as they'll probably be in the end product. That might've been the result of different builds for the WiiU and 3DS demos, one being newer than the other.

Yeah it's probably just because the 3DS version was closer to being finished. I agree they should make the physics the same. But I'd rather have a slow-paced Wii U version and a fast-paced 3DS version than two slow-paced ones.

 

[SS-bros14]

I agree with just about most of this.
It's portable, has better stages IMO, and also the past three Smash's were for console, it's nice for a change.
Anyone who disagrees, there's this thing that has been out for awhile, called an 'opinion'.