Wii Zapper/Link's Crossbow Training

ObsoletE

has anyone picked the zapper up yet?

i saw it in EB today ($50 rrp, inc LCT) and actually intended going back after my errands to get it, but i forgot, so is it worth going down again to get?
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WilliamsF1 · Posted: Mon Dec 17, 2007 6:45 pm�� Post subject:

I recall that this was being included with Ghost squad in Japan, so I'm hoping that it'll be included with Ghost squad in Australia once released.

If not, I'm sure there will be plenty around next year.
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B3NBO · Posted: Mon Dec 17, 2007 9:35 pm�� Post subject:

I think it looks like crap. IGN loves the Perfect Shot by Nyko ALOT more. It actually looks like a real gun...

I think i'll get that.

Nexus · Posted: Mon Dec 17, 2007 9:42 pm�� Post subject:

I saw it for $44 in the recent JB catalogue. I haven't picked it up yet, probably will in the future if it works well with some games otherwise I might sell out for the pack in Zelda game.
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genxevo · Posted: Mon Dec 17, 2007 10:30 pm�� Post subject:

anyone know if the game it self is tradeable anywhere yet?

yeah i took a look of the nyko one and quite liked it so i may get that one if play asia stock it

cosmoh · Posted: Mon Dec 17, 2007 10:42 pm�� Post subject:

I bought it as a Christmas gift to put under the tree and I gave it a quick go before wrapping it up, it was enjoyable and fun from what I played of it, the graphics are slightly cleaner than Twilight Princess, obviously because it was developed solely for Wii and not NGC. The game plays reasonbly well, once you get a feel for the way it aims it is addictive. As for the Zapper, at first it felt uncomfortable, and to small for my hands but then I figured out a good way to hold it and all was well. I have to say that if you have Large hands, you probably wont like the zapper as it seems it is designed for a smaller Japanese hand much like the original xbox gamepad was designed for the large American hands. To conclude I can say (first impressions wise) that for $44 it really could be a worthy addition to the Wii collection, though it may be a little on the short side, for single player that is.

theory · Posted: Mon Dec 17, 2007 11:48 pm�� Post subject:

Played Link's Crossbow Training at eGames. Was pretty fun and the $44 price tag tempts me but I still don't really think it's worth it without another good zapper game out. You might get a few hours out of it but it'll soon get old (like Wii Play for example) unless you try some multiplayer (if that's even possible with Link's CT) or are challenging someone for some arbitrary high score.

I also tried the Resident Evil game at eGames and was sorely dissapointed. I don't know how they could even put such a boring game on the show floor (yes, I loathed it that much!). Nothing good to say about this one at all.

I'm gonna wait a while before getting the Zapper.
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ObsoletE · Posted: Tue Dec 18, 2007 12:13 am�� Post subject:

thanks Pizza, as a guy with large hands, i think i might wait until i've actually used one before i spend the money on it.
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Daniel Golding · Posted: Tue Dec 18, 2007 10:48 am�� Post subject:

I disagree on the large hands issue. I did the preview at eGames of Crossbow Training, and I have the largest hands of anyone I've met (Mum's a pianist...). It felt fine for me to hold.
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Ciel · Posted: Tue Dec 18, 2007 11:45 am�� Post subject:

I picked up the zapper and a copy of Resident Evil: Umbrella Chronicles.

RE:UC is quite fun with the zapper, but you have to remember to set the controls to the zapper settings under the options. I did like the fact that it's weighted nicely and it's easy to grip.

I haven't really played Crossbow Training that much, but from first impressions it's doesn't look too bad for a game that comes with the zapper.

Macka · Posted: Tue Dec 18, 2007 11:56 am�� Post subject:

I really dislike the look of the zapper, cant wait for the Nyko Perfect Shot. I'll probably get it eventally for LCT though.

There is something that im curious about. With all of the virtual console games for the Wii, im surprised I havent seen any third party 64 controllers, etc.

I really want a 64 controller for when I can eventually start downloading games off the VC.
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Karai Pantsu · Posted: Tue Dec 18, 2007 12:57 pm�� Post subject:

Macka · Posted: Tue Dec 18, 2007 1:02 pm�� Post subject:

Karai Pantsu · Posted: Tue Dec 18, 2007 1:05 pm�� Post subject:

Oh sure, there is a distinct possibility that the Nyko one will feature a higher build quality - but if they're so willing to simply plagiarize a design then I have my doubts about them as a whole.
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Macka · Posted: Tue Dec 18, 2007 1:26 pm�� Post subject:

WilliamsF1 · Posted: Tue Dec 18, 2007 3:50 pm�� Post subject:

There's also this gizmo that they're selling at Dicksmith:

Link: http://www.dse.com.au/cgi-bin/dse.storefront/47673e420a4a1c9e2742c0a87f9c06ed/Product/View/YG6246

It's priced at $24.95, which is'nt to bad really. Although I've not had a go with the one above, it looks like it'd more comfortable.

bernietoast · Posted: Sun Dec 23, 2007 11:55 pm�� Post subject:

With all these gun accessories floating around with all these different options, do they actually enhance the gaming experience?

I have read some reviews saying that links crossbow training is better without the Nintendo Zapper. Are these accessories more of a hindrance when it comes down to actually playing the game? Or do they make the overall experience better?

IMO I think they wouldn't add much at all, these accessories were not designed with the game in mind, it actually seemed to happen the other way around. The best accessories/peripherals for consoles are ones that were built specifically for the game, these are also generally the expensive ones.

mcerto · Posted: Mon Dec 24, 2007 1:13 pm�� Post subject:

clione · Posted: Sat Feb 02, 2008 11:32 pm�� Post subject:

wii zapper is win!!!!!! so much endless repetitive fun!!!

the guy at EB almost didn't give it to me coz he didn't know what it was and so was saying they didn't have it.... i kept pointing behind him saying that it was right there, but he wouldn't look. good thing another EB person came to my rescue. thanks random EB dude!!!!!! *love*

StompBrother · Posted: Sat May 24, 2008 9:49 pm�� Post subject:

Just a heads up.... EB appears to be selling the NYKO PERFECT SHOT for $29.95. Got myself 2. It's great. My only real gripe is that you have to pull the trigger at least halfway to shoot. Otherwise it's the best "zapper" shell in the market.
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