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  • E3 2010: Kirby's Epic Yarn (Wii)

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    alexjlopez
    Published on 06-15-2010 03:24 PM
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    Features:

    • The look of the world is stunning, but it’s also interactive. Pulling on stray threads might reveal hidden areas. When Kirby literally goes behind the scenes, the virtual fabric warps and bends to show his location.
    • Thanks to his versatile yarn composition, Kirby can take on a variety of forms both in his common actions and when he transforms into powerful vehicles. When Kirby dashes, he zips around as a car. In water, he turns into a submarine. At times he can even transform into a massive robotic tank, a UFO and other vehicles.
    • Two players can play through the entire game together*.
    • Gems and collectible items are scattered throughout the environments for players to find.











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    1. Flare's Avatar
      Flare - 06-16-2010, 06:40 AM
      By far, my favorite Wii game in E3. It looks unbelievable!

      Also, it appears to be a fresh concept. I wanna play it now!
    1. alexjlopez's Avatar
      alexjlopez - 10-11-2010, 03:45 PM
      Kirby's Epic Yarn is hitting store shelves this Sunday--can't wait!

      Here's the new US commercial:

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      alexjlopez - 10-12-2010, 07:23 AM
      Official Site is up: http://kirbykirbykirby.com/

      Click "Extras" for a new video showing co-op mode.
    1. Flare's Avatar
      Flare - 10-12-2010, 07:36 AM
      Oh man... so many games, so little time.

      I now have over 5 games in the backburner. Metroid Other M, NBA Jam, Red Dead Redemption, Castlevania Lords of Shadow, Dragon Quest IX and now this...

      sigh...
    1. alexjlopez's Avatar
      alexjlopez - 10-12-2010, 07:45 AM
      Quote Originally Posted by Flare View Post
      Oh man... so many games, so little time.

      I now have over 5 games in the backburner. Metroid Other M, NBA Jam, Red Dead Redemption, Castlevania Lords of Shadow, Dragon Quest IX and now this...

      sigh...
      A nice problem to have hehehe.
    1. Flare's Avatar
      Flare - 10-12-2010, 07:58 AM
      Quote Originally Posted by alexjlopez View Post
      A nice problem to have hehehe.
      Yeah, add that to the fact that Fall TV season is happening at the same time. Plus the summer blockbusters now being released on disc.

      Oh and wait, I also have a wife that needs attention, LOL.
    1. TechMaster's Avatar
      TechMaster - 10-15-2010, 06:09 AM
      Quote Originally Posted by Flare View Post
      Oh man... so many games, so little time.

      I now have over 5 games in the backburner. Metroid Other M, NBA Jam, Red Dead Redemption, Castlevania Lords of Shadow, Dragon Quest IX and now this...

      sigh...
      Lightweight! I have like 30+ games in the queue.
    1. Flare's Avatar
      Flare - 10-15-2010, 12:36 PM
      Quicklook for Kirby's Epic Yarn has dropped!

      http://www.giantbomb.com/quick-look-...-yarn/17-3374/
    1. Shane R. Monroe's Avatar
      Shane R. Monroe - 10-15-2010, 12:48 PM
      The game is solid ... beautiful ... great platformer. Give me giant Kirby Tank FTW!
    1. hiphopcr's Avatar
      hiphopcr - 10-15-2010, 01:11 PM
      Kirby scores a starling review at IGN. I didn't know the game had 2-player co-op! Sweet!

      Oh, and you can't die, so it's good for a casual romp but it doesn't sound very challenging.
    1. Shane R. Monroe's Avatar
      Shane R. Monroe - 10-15-2010, 01:16 PM
      It's a game for perfectionists ... getting every single item on the level with no mistakes ... or you can just barrel through it and enjoy the scenery.
    1. alexjlopez's Avatar
      alexjlopez - 10-15-2010, 02:19 PM
      A few deals for those looking to pick up Kirby on Sunday:

      Toys R Us: Buy Kirby's Epic Yarn and get a $10 gift card and official strategy guide FREE.
      Kmart: Buy Kirby's Epic Yarn at MSRP ($49.99) and get $20 off New Super Mario Bros. Wii, Metroid: Other M, or Sin & Punishment: Star Sucessor.
    1. Flare's Avatar
      Flare - 10-15-2010, 02:24 PM
      That quicklook of the game, man... so hilarious.

      Alex Navarro: Thanks for introducing me to the happiest moment of my life.

      I tell you, this game has the power of melting the coldest of hearts.
    1. WorknMan's Avatar
      WorknMan - 10-17-2010, 03:12 AM
      Quote Originally Posted by hiphopcr View Post
      Kirby scores a starling review at IGN. I didn't know the game had 2-player co-op! Sweet!
      Giantbomb gave it 5 stars:
      http://www.giantbomb.com/kirbys-epic...-31730/reviews

      Now, come on guys... let's hear all about the media's obvious bias against Nintendo
    1. Shane R. Monroe's Avatar
      Shane R. Monroe - 10-17-2010, 07:29 AM
      How many first party Nintendo games get anything BUT glowing reviews?

      Game Informer just have Wii Party a 4.5 - and it seems "ok" to blast that title for some reason; everyone is getting into it.

      But, look at non-Nintendo first party titles...

      Kirby is a great game ... it's actually deserving of it's praise.
    1. Flare's Avatar
      Flare - 10-17-2010, 07:32 AM
      Quote Originally Posted by WorknMan View Post
      Now, come on guys... let's hear all about the media's obvious bias against Nintendo
      Yes but remember Giantbomb is not a sellout. They're OK in our books, remember?

      Hey, Alex Navarro from Screened.com reviewed the game? What a pleasant surprise.
    1. alexjlopez's Avatar
      alexjlopez - 10-17-2010, 11:07 AM
      Quote Originally Posted by Flare View Post
      Yes but remember Giantbomb is not a sellout. They're OK in our books, remember?
      Exactly--I have no problems with those dudes, I think they do a nice job.

      But to Worknman's point, I think Epic Yarn has been well received throughout the usual game sites--I haven't seen it unfairly trashed yet. Even so, to use this one example as proof that game journalists don't have a thorn up their asses when it comes to Nintendo is a bit of a stretch. For every Kirby's Epic Yarn or Super Mario Galaxy there are dozens of other games that never got a fair shot (or thorough playthrough for that matter) from industry sponsored game sites.
    1. Flare's Avatar
      Flare - 11-29-2010, 02:14 PM
      I was walking past the TV room and noticed my kids (5 and 3 years old) jumping with joy and watching the credits roll on Kirby Epic Yarn.

      WTF. Can you believe these rascals actually finished a full retail game? They played it from beginning to end, beat the last boss and finished the damn game.

      I'm in awe. When I was 5 I was probably still on the bottle... kids these days... sheez.
    1. alexjlopez's Avatar
      alexjlopez - 11-29-2010, 02:17 PM
      Quote Originally Posted by Flare View Post
      I was walking past the TV room and noticed my kids (5 and 3 years old) jumping with joy and watching the credits roll on Kirby Epic Yarn.

      WTF. Can you believe these rascals actually finished a full retail game? They played it from beginning to end, beat the last boss and finished the damn game.

      I'm in awe. When I was 5 I was probably still on the bottle... kids these days... sheez.
      That's awesome, man--there is greater joy for a kid than conquering a cool game.
    1. Flare's Avatar
      Flare - 11-29-2010, 02:21 PM
      Quote Originally Posted by alexjlopez View Post
      That's awesome, man--there is greater joy for a kid than conquering a cool game.
      I'm trying to find more games that have co-op. Unfortunately, Epic Mickey is single player and it's also a bit too dark.

      Maybe Donkey Kong Country Returns? At least if they can't get past a certain part, they can always go autopilot, LOL.

      That's what they liked about Kirby, if one of them got stuck behind because she didn't know what to do (the smaller one usually), she could always press A and just float around watching the action .
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