Retro fans around the world still don't quite believe that Nintendo will make good on its promise to bring Earthbound to the Wii U Virtual Console this year, but more and more signs are suggesting it's really happening. The latest? The Australian Classification Board posting a simple update, rating the game for local release.
IGN writes: Mother 3 is one of the most hotly-desired RPGs ever, having never received an official translation in North America despite the cult popularity of its predecessor, Earthbound. But over all these years, series creator Shigesato Itoi has never weighed in on the discussion - at least until now."
The long-awaited documentary, which highlights the online community that's built around cult SNES RPG EarthBound over the years. It's an examination of the power of online communities and fandom, and the impact that Shigesato Itoi's series has had on its fans.
EarthBound is bona fide classic and part of gaming royalty that somehow still feels like a hidden gem.
maybe we will get it some time in a couple months then (:
Best Nintendo RPG ever sorry Pokemon your 2nd place to me.
No crying until the release date.
I cannot wait for the north American release, I'm going to buy a WiiU for this reason alone
Such a charming game.