Nintendo DS Friends Codes

Post by **Woz** » Wed Jan 04, 2006 11:08 pm

That's a shame.
I do wonder if Nintendo are stealthily building a voip wireless network that could rival the phone providers though. Think about it - the DS can take a mic and headset combo, it's got ample bandwidth and could do worldwide calling for free.

Post by **DE-G@vnor** » Wed Jan 04, 2006 11:27 pm

and what is VERY well hidden and never spoken about is that little connector for mic thats next to the headphone slot. I can see a "bluetooth/handsfree" accessory there if ever I saw one.

It needs more public access points though, to get anywhere near "decent" coverage. But I still reckon they could sell it on a USB WiFi connector at least (which, co-incidentally I have just bought, so I can finally play online with my big friend Woz).

I got a good news article from Canada that shows the Canadian take on it - and I have to say, it does have a point:

"We don't mean to get up on a soapbox here or anything, but the same DS WiFi network Nintendo's setting up in Japan in more benign spots like video game shops is still scheduled to hit America (as expected), but will land in a slightly more inauspicious venue: McDonald's. There are a lot of ways to roll out wireless access, but did Nintendo really have to go the one route that not only plays into the fat-gamer-nerd stereotype, but actually actively encourages unhealthy diets in America's youth? Gamers will supposedly be able to compete via WiFi in one of MickeyDee's 6,000 hotspot restaurants; we're as yet unsure of whether there'll be other future wireless venues for the DS in Canada, but let's hope there will be by giving them a resounding lack of support on this one."

AG40k · Post by **AG40k** » Thu Jan 05, 2006 1:11 am

yes, the ole fatty gamer stereotype, i dont know about you guys but i think that is a some what dated view on things.
Not to say that i support nintendo making Mcdonalds a provider of wi fi but it is good bussiness sense and there is nothing wrong with people playing a portable console when they/if they eat a McDonalds. The option to buy a wi fi router thingymebob is always available.

Post by **DE-G@vnor** » Thu Jan 05, 2006 4:11 am

Not here in North America, its very much a reality - obese kids are a problem here. Englands just got hype thats transferred over somehow.

Anyhoo, since i derailed this thread, I suppose I should do the decent thing are rerailify it.

ANIMAL CROSSING :
Player: G@vnor
Town: Kitsch
Code: 4037-8969-4497

Look forward to seeing you!

WOZ - need your player name and town matey

Post by **Thaedius** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 9:08 am

Saw this which made me chuckle

Post by sm » Sat Jan 07, 2006 10:43 am

The following is Animal Crossing related.

I'm sure I was just tricked into buying insurance.

Anyway I've added G@vnor and my gates are going to be open for a bit.

EDIT:Closed now.

Post by **DE-G@vnor** » Sat Jan 07, 2006 10:41 pm

dammit - reopen

Post by **Woz** » Wed Jan 11, 2006 5:48 pm

sm wrote:The following is Animal Crossing related.

I'm sure I was just tricked into buying insurance.

Bah - I chucked out a few bottle mails about this little weasel.
He's some sort of beaver I think. Tried to sting me for 3k, but I sussed him. The trouble is that the game goes into a loop and won't let you get out of the conversation with him. So I switched off and took the wrath of what's his name. Next time the beaver showed up I ignored his ass.

I've edited my details on the post above by the way.

It's a shame - I actually had the town open last night at around 2am.

Post by sm » Wed Jan 11, 2006 6:31 pm

Woz wrote: The trouble is that the game goes into a loop and won't let you get out of the conversation with him. So I switched off and took the wrath of what's his name. Next time the beaver showed up I ignored his ass.

Now why didn't I think of doing that.

Post by **Woz** » Wed Jan 11, 2006 8:19 pm

sm wrote:
Woz wrote: The trouble is that the game goes into a loop and won't let you get out of the conversation with him. So I switched off and took the wrath of what's his name. Next time the beaver showed up I ignored his ass.
Now why didn't I think of doing that.

Well, it's cheating. But I felt cheated that I figured out it was a con, but wasn't allowed out of the conversation.

Post by **DE-G@vnor** » Wed Jan 11, 2006 9:46 pm

take the insurance

He gives you money every time you get stung by bees and also for falling down holes. Also, when you buy forged paintings from Redd he gives you LOADS. I've easily made my 3k back.

I've got loads more "hints" but some are spolier esque - there are a lot of secrets in this game, I like that.

anyone going to be open tonight? I can get to the internet cafe for around 2am ish :/

Post by sm » Thu Jan 12, 2006 9:32 am

DE-G@vnor wrote: take the insurance He gives you money every time you get stung by bees and also for falling down holes. Also, when you buy forged paintings from Redd he gives you LOADS. I've easily made my 3k back.

I don't feel so ripped off now as all of the above has happened to me since I bought it.

DE-G@vnor wrote:
I've got loads more "hints" but some are spolier esque - there are a lot of secrets in this game, I like that.

Hints are always appreciated.

Post by **DE-G@vnor** » Thu Jan 12, 2006 7:12 pm

heres some then - SPOILERS IN HERE

1. You can make trees always grow and bear fruit with 100% success. To do this, you need to chop down a native tree , use the shovel to get rid of the stump and plant the fruit in the hole that has been created.

2. lost and found at the town gates are worth a look (lots forget this).

3. Shooting stars result in presents in the mail
Stars are preceeded by a twinkle sound effect, as soon as you hear this, quickly press A (maybe B , will check) - and your player will kind of pray. The next day you will get a present through the mail from Wishy Star. .

On Mario Kart - have you guys added me as friend? its still showing that you haven't on my side

Post by sm » Fri Jan 13, 2006 8:39 am

DE-G@vnor wrote: On Mario Kart - have you guys added me as friend? its still showing that you haven't on my side

I'm pretty sure I have but will check when I get home. Also I haven't been playing it since I got Animal Crossing.

Post by **DE-G@vnor** » Wed Jan 18, 2006 4:16 am

If anyone by any freak chance is online now and fancies a DS game - let us know. Still havent been online on Animal Crossing :/

Post by **Woz** » Wed Jan 18, 2006 8:25 am

DE-G@vnor wrote:If anyone by any freak chance is online now and fancies a DS game - let us know. Still havent been online on Animal Crossing :/

I'm normally awake around 1am, so we should arrange a meet.

Post by **DE-G@vnor** » Wed Jan 18, 2006 5:11 pm

I don't finish work until 1am and it takes me an hour to get home :/

Hmmm, but maybe I can make it to an internet cafe , let me know when you will be around at 1 and you can buy something at nooks

hehe, seriously, I just want to see another town.

Post by **Woz** » Wed Jan 18, 2006 6:13 pm

DE-G@vnor wrote:I don't finish work until 1am and it takes me an hour to get home :/

Hmmm, but maybe I can make it to an internet cafe , let me know when you will be around at 1 and you can buy something at nooks

hehe, seriously, I just want to see another town.

I could leave my machine on, but I worry about some nasty person coming over and chopping all my trees down!

Post by **DE-G@vnor** » Wed Jan 18, 2006 6:33 pm

probably not worth it, and then you can't shop at my Nookways, I think I need you to shop there before he will expand again (if he does expand again) - as I have easily spent 100,000 bells there.

Post by **Woz** » Wed Jan 18, 2006 11:46 pm

Yup - you need me (or someone) to shop there.
Nookington's - that's what you're after.
I'll post here if I'm still awake at 1am.

OK - I'm awake. Are you about?