Is the GC's BBA no more!?

Solid Snake · Nov 5, 2002

After the intial run, the BBA adaptors have been erased from all major online stores including EB, GS, Amazon and especially Nintendo's own online store!

TonK · Nov 5, 2002

Originally posted by Solid Snake:
After the intial run, the BBA adaptors have been erased from all major online stores including EB, GS, Amazon and especially Nintendo's own online store!<hr></blockquote>

<a href="http://www.japanvideogames.com" target="_blank">www.japanvideogames.com</a>

GET IT NOW!

They are selling for $80 on ebay!

CONFIRMED, the Japanese BBA will work on a US GC!

lllllllllllllllllllllllll · Nov 5, 2002

blah! nintendo and there marketing tatic. wal-mart got an email from nintendo asking them to ship back the BBA. isnt that weird.

Brandon St Randy · Nov 5, 2002

I went back to work last night and snagged the last one. Guess they are serious about this recall eh?

NebraskaDragon · Nov 5, 2002

Aparently Gamestop is telling people that the BBA, Modem, and PSO are all discontinued.

lllllllllllllllllllllllll · Nov 5, 2002

i went to best buy the other day. I saw 7 copy at the store. and in the evening i went back they bring all the copy back to the warehouse. So i ask for a copy. one of the lady bring me the copy and she said she dont know why they bring it back to the warehouse. lucky me i got a copy+BBA =)

Chicago Cheeseburgler Crew · Nov 5, 2002

wow, this seems real weird. i hope i can somehow get one, once i buy myself a gc in a couple weeks.

TonK · Nov 5, 2002

Phoenix Down · Nov 5, 2002

Well I'll admit this is a new scare tactic for Nintendo. Anything to drum up sales I guess. I dunno, I'm just not buying this one.

And much as I love PSO, I'm not taking the plunge for one online game. Come on, Nintendo, get with the program!

Average Joe · Nov 5, 2002

Originally posted by Pheonix Down:

And much as I love PSO, I'm not taking the plunge for one online game.<hr></blockquote>

Something like this wouldn't work with a normal game, but PSO is like heroin to some people, they just can't get enough (BonusKun).

The game is uber addictive and fun as hell, so if they can get away with making you buy the game, adapter, keyboard, and pay a monthly fee, then it's just more money for them.

They got me suckered in, that's for damn sure.

Phoenix Down · Nov 5, 2002

Originally posted by Average Joe:


Something like this wouldn't work with a normal game, but PSO is like heroin to some people, they just can't get enough (BonusKun).

The game is uber addictive and fun as hell, so if they can get away with making you buy the game, adapter, keyboard, and pay a monthly fee, then it's just more money for them.

They got me suckered in, that's for damn sure.<hr></blockquote>

Don't get me wrong, I think it's an awesome game, it's just that I basically played it to death on the Dreamcast and I don't have a lot of interest in this version, that's all.

Spike Spiegel · Nov 5, 2002

Originally posted by Phoenix Down:


Don't get me wrong, I think it's an awesome game, it's just that I basically played it to death on the Dreamcast and I don't have a lot of interest in this version, that's all.<hr></blockquote>

You do know it's more than just a port? Three new characters, lots more music, double the levels. Nicer interface. A great game, and one that I will always love.

Spike

Sonic1787DC · Nov 5, 2002

I bought a BBA from Nintendo's website on Sunday... the last place I could possibly find it (thank you Daisuke)... i tshould be here tomorrow.

I don't even know why I went after this game. I played the shit out of it on DC (600 hours) and i lost interest... even when version 2 came out, i didn't care anymore despite the new stuff.

i began to get interested in this version again starting from a couple of months ago, but a few weeks ago i lost interest for no reason and now just bought it anyway since i knew id probably kick myself if i didn't... now im kicking myself that i did (i need xbox live/mech assault money).

the only reason i got the gamecube version was because my friends will be playing it. im going to get the xbox version as well, which if anything, will be a better version.

so, maybe i waisted 100 bucks... at least i can always sell my bba when i get it tomorrow for 80 on ebay if i decide to...

hell, i don't even know why i was addicted to this game, it's the same thing over and over again and the combat system technically does suck when you think about it.

still, even though im somewhat bored, im still addicted now... ive barely played version 2 (only beat the first part of the vr mission) and maybe when i get online ill enjoy it more. i just feel like im paying 40 bucks plus 100+ a year extra just to play this game on gamecube when ill be getting the xbox version anyway.

Sonic1787DC · Nov 5, 2002

by the way, are there ANY plans for ANY games to have netplay on GC so the bba/56k modem isn't a total waist.

i don't care if it's 1st party or 3rd party, just are there ANY games announced!?

Solid Snake · Nov 6, 2002

I'm not sure about any third party titles but its rumored that Nintendo's next mini kart racing game, either being Mario Kart or Donkey Kong / Diddy Kong Racing will be compatable.

By the way the BBA is going for $60-$65 (average before shipping) on eBay!

Sonic1787DC · Nov 6, 2002

Originally posted by Solid Snake:
[QB]I'm not sure about any third party titles but its rumored that Nintendo's next mini kart racing game, either being Mario Kart or Donkey Kong / Diddy Kong Racing will be compatable.[QB]<hr></blockquote>

hmm, that would be nice.

where did you hear that, ive never heard anything like that, but then again i haven't followed gamecube, xbox or ps2's news in a long time

too bad i only got one bba... coulda made a hella profit

Nesagwa · Nov 6, 2002

Maybe they are doing a limited run on everything so when the next versions of the game and BBA is released any bugs that are in there can be weeded out?

Bluevoodu · Nov 6, 2002

hold up a minute.....

They even recalled the PSO game?>!?!

I REALLY thought it was weird that I coudln't get any through my distributor. I could only get them in a retail chain.

I must say, this is the weirdest thing I have ever heard. I wwonder if there is a problem with the Adaptor... and they need to fix it?! But why would they recall the game too?

Keep us informed if ANYONE hears anything... please.

†B†V†

Bluevoodu · Nov 6, 2002

btw,..... the modem is still widely available. If some huge recall was going on, there would have been a story on it by now. The game is a HUGE seller.

†B†V†

Bluevoodu · Nov 6, 2002

bump

†B†V†

Daisuke Jigen · Nov 6, 2002

They are only going to sell a small fraction of BBAs to a small number (relatively) of people who buy the game and who want to play it online.

Business sense dictates not making it in huge numbers.

Bluevoodu · Nov 6, 2002

yeah, somethings up....
Their small numbers shortly turned to large #'s lol. although, in general they are right.... but... it looks like they underestimated the cube online popularity.

BTW.... I talked with a couple "people" we'll call them. Supposively they said there is a shortage (duh), but there was a slight mention of a manufacturing problem... or something wrong with the plant...etc.. Not sure exactly what they ment.

†B†V†

Highlander67 · Nov 6, 2002

I have a store local to me that has 7 of them in stock. I have 3 held to buy. If there are any others, does anybody want me to get them?

kiun · Nov 6, 2002

can you get 2 copies for me pls?
I can paypal you...
thx

RevQuixo · Nov 6, 2002

Hello,

Thank you for your interest in Nintendo products. Due to overwhelming interest in the Nintendo GameCube Broadband Adapter, we have run out of our initial inventory. The remaining supplies have been allocated to our retailer partners. Because we cannot fill your order any time soon, we have decided to cancel it with the confidence that you will be able to obtain it even sooner by buying it elsewhere. Your credit card will not be charged for the Broadband Adapter.

To purchase the Nintendo GameCube Broadband Adapter, please contact Toys R Us, WalMart, Best Buy, Electronics Boutique or GameStop. One of these retailers should have available product.

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