Friday 7 May 2010

Super Mario 64 DS Distribution

  • What consoles is your game available on and was it released on any other console, if yes then was it at the same time or at a later date?
    -Initially the Super Mario 64 was released on the Nintendo 64 in 1996, the controller was designed specifically for this game, to be the perfect interface for controlling Mario's moves. The Super Mario 64 game is available on the Nintendo DS as it was released at the same time as that particular console.
  • Why do you think it is available on that console? i.e. the Wii's interactivity is essential for the game experience.
    -Super Mario 64 is available on the Nintendo DS because it is sure to offer up plenty of challenges that you need help with. The Nintendo DS also means that you can play Super Mario 64 while travelling and moving around as the Nintendo DS is a portable handheld console. Also the Nintendo DS has a new style of control—touch control, that Mario can now be played on opposed to the platform console of Nintendo 64.

  • After it's initial release was there any add-ons or downloads?
    -There were no add-ons or downloads, however after the Nintendo DS release soon after it the Nintendo DS Lite was distributed in 2006 which was smaller, lighter and brighter screens.
  • What content is available online, where online (what websites) and why do you think that particular content is online? i.e. what makes it different, desirable for the gamer?
    -http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/bf6eff85-6d2e-47f5-aa88-842dd0998eaa
    This official Nintendo website offers the narrative of the game, how the console has advanced the game technology and the features of the game available on the Nintendo DS. This makes the games desirable as it gives the gamer more information about the game possibly before they purchase it to make sure it's the style of game they know would enjoy. The website is desirable also as you know the information can be trusted as it is the official Nintendo website.
    -http://uk.gamespot.com/ds/action/dssupermario4x4/index.html?tag=tabs%3Bsummary
    This website offers summary, reviews, news, hints and cheats, forums, images, previews and features, videos and answers. This website is desirable for the gamer as it offers plenty of information about the game and also hint that could help them if they got stuck on a particular part of the game. The images and previews are also desribale for the gamer as it shows the type of graphics and how the game will peform on the Nintendo DS.

  • What websites are your game available on? i.e. XBox live
    -Online Retailers

    Many online retailers specialize in stocking older and used products.
    -Pawn Shops

    Pawn shops are an excellent place to find older products.
    -Garage Sales, Flea Markets, or Classified Ads

    You can often find great deals and games that can be difficult to find. Remember, cleaning before use is highly recommended.
    -Online Auction Sites
    . Online auction sites are often a good source of hard-to-find or discontinued products
    -Nintendo's Online Store (Accessories and Replacement Parts)
  • Can you play your game with other people? i.e through bluetooth on the DS or on a multi-player mode on the Wii.
    Yes you can play Super Mario 64 in multiplayer via bluetooth on the DS.
  • Were there any promotions for your game? i.e. like Coca-Cola and FiFA

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