We're not sure if anything will be able to unseat these three before the holidays but, if history is any indication, NSMBW might as well build a summer cottage in the top 10.
Modern Warfare 2, Mario, Assassin's Creed 2 still running the UK charts
by Justin McElroy 
on Nov 30th 2009 10:00AM
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We're not sure if anything will be able to unseat these three before the holidays but, if history is any indication, NSMBW might as well build a summer cottage in the top 10.
Reader Comments (49)
Posted: Nov 30th 2009 10:08AM (Unverified) said
MW2 is running at the top longer than I expected. I was predicting a blowout after that first week of sales.
Yes, I'd bet NSMBW will be there probably until the end of the gen.
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Yes, I'd bet NSMBW will be there probably until the end of the gen.
Posted: Nov 30th 2009 10:18AM Vegeta has a ps3 said
I think you're underestimating the appeal of a good multiplayer FPS.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 10:20AM (Unverified) said
It's not that, I was saying it sold so well initially, that that had to steal some sales that had been planned for later. People couldn't wait.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 10:31AM MrSpaceCowboy said
The way I see it, Mario wins. It only came out on one platform...
@Jason Statham:
It's not so 'good' on PC...
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@Jason Statham:
It's not so 'good' on PC...
Posted: Nov 30th 2009 10:38AM Mr Khan said
Yeah, there are two lists they publish, one that has games listed by platforms (so that Modern Warfare 2 would make an appearance 2 or 3 times, depending on how well the PC version is still doing, but NSMBWii would be at the top of that chart, in all likelihood), and one that lists the games as singular entities, which is better reflective of publisher performance
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 1:19PM Spunky Monkey 190906 said
Nope, I know quite a few people saving up to buy it, want it but haven't found the time to buy it yet, or haven't got a console, planning to get one for X-mas with MW2 at the top of their game wish list, so i wouldn't say its time has come and gone, that would be the same as saying Halo should only last a few days of extreme sales as everyone would have bought it who wanted it by then.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 10:38AM Spike Spiegel Humble Bounty Hun said
"I don't see the appeal of an FPS in which it takes three bullets to kill someone."
I hope that is a joke...
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I hope that is a joke...
Posted: Nov 30th 2009 10:40AM (Unverified) said
Look Samuel, it takes more than tree bullets to kill Nathan-STD.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 10:44AM Kleptomaniac said
I think what he meant more was in Call of duty even if you shoot someone in the body they go down quit easily. I've seen people be shot in the leg and still die.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 11:04AM Spike Spiegel Humble Bounty Hun said
@Kleptomaniac
Well people do die from body and leg wounds.
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Well people do die from body and leg wounds.
Posted: Nov 30th 2009 11:11AM Kleptomaniac said
Yeah but they don't go down like they would from a headshot. I guess it doesnt matter as long as you enjoy the gameplay
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 11:43AM Spike Spiegel Humble Bounty Hun said
I understand what you mean, but realism does take it's effect. A game like Forza I consider to be very realistic and it is still fun and challenging. I mean really if CoD was realistic it would take even less shots than 3 to bring someone down. Just glad it isn't to the effect of halo's damage. I'd prefer 3 shots over unloading 3 clips into someone before they finally go down.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 12:46PM (Unverified) said
There is always hardcore mode where one bullet usually means death unless last stand is used. Also, people are still functional if hit in the arms or legs. Sure they'll die but they can still shoot right?
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 10:38AM (Unverified) said
It's like my Grampa always said-
It's hard to go up against a guy who can shoot fire balls from his hat.
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It's hard to go up against a guy who can shoot fire balls from his hat.
Posted: Nov 30th 2009 10:45AM Mayor West said
I'm really surprised/saddened to see that DS port selling so well.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 10:54AM (Unverified) said
I've noticed the word "Port" seems to roll off the tongue of people who don't know what they're talking about.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 11:26AM xGeneral DEATHxDEETH82 said
If you're ranked higher than level 50 in multiplayer during the first week, try taking a break. I recommend going outside. ;-)
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 11:44AM NightElve said
MW2 is a pretty good damn game I just beat it in Veteran. I will always remembered the "Loose Ends" chapter as the one that almost made me gave up my hopes to finish this game in this difficulty.
As I am not that into Online gaming I will just complete the Special Ops by myself or with a friend and that's it I will move to another game.
:)
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As I am not that into Online gaming I will just complete the Special Ops by myself or with a friend and that's it I will move to another game.
:)
Posted: Nov 30th 2009 1:39PM Katana Master said
@ Nathan
What the hell are you on about? "If you barley could complete it on veteran, i don't suggest any other cod's"
That means nothing.
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What the hell are you on about? "If you barley could complete it on veteran, i don't suggest any other cod's"
That means nothing.
Posted: Nov 30th 2009 1:09PM UnverifiedUser said
I would've got MW2, if I could have made it in time for the GameStop "trade in 2 get it for $20 deal" since I can't see spending $60 on the game. It looks good, but the most I'd spend on it, if CoD4 is anything to go by, is $30 bucks.
However, I did go with my next of kin, the Italians, since release day with NSMBW and ACII. Truly a pair of awesome titles.
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However, I did go with my next of kin, the Italians, since release day with NSMBW and ACII. Truly a pair of awesome titles.
Posted: Nov 30th 2009 1:22PM Spunky Monkey 190906 said
Well, I'm happy with my purchase, but I think for my multiplayer desires I'll wait for MAG, that way I'll have two amazing war games fulfilling different needs :D
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 3:55PM The Monarch said
I dunno, MAG isn't looking all that great...
Did you play the Beta? I was pretty underwhelmed.
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Did you play the Beta? I was pretty underwhelmed.
Posted: Nov 30th 2009 1:33PM Katana Master said
I swear I am going to stab someone if AC2 doesn't get game of the year.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 2:18PM Katana Master said
Oh yeah and that also, I just finished AC2 and was blinded by it beauty.
My GOTY's: Assassins Creed 2 + Uncharted 2
Silly me.
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My GOTY's: Assassins Creed 2 + Uncharted 2
Silly me.
Posted: Nov 30th 2009 2:18PM Spunky Monkey 190906 said
I was thinking the same, I loved AC2, but Uncharted 2 was just incredible.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 6:11PM BananaBoat said
I just finished ACII, and I completely agree with you. It is the most ambitious project in years, and it fixes just about every flaw that the original had, while bringing great additions to the table. Ubisoft might have over delivered with the game, because I'd have been just as happy with half as much content, and I think that really says something.
I liked Uncharted 2, but I'd still say that game of the year should go to ACII.
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I liked Uncharted 2, but I'd still say that game of the year should go to ACII.
Posted: Nov 30th 2009 7:25PM (Unverified) said
Funny thing is people were making up their minds on AC2 being the GOTY before it even came out. Especially on Joystiq, where they would constantly talk about how it would be GOTY, before it even came out. No bias there, nope.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 3:10PM fadeoutagain2784 said
I got both NSMBW and AC2 on Black Friday, both GREAT games... but I have to say - AC2 has completely blown me away... I didn't think it'd be possible to live up to the expectations, but it's even surpassed them (for me). I didn't even play the original AC for more than 3 or 4 hours due to the horrible pacing and monotonous missions, but I've probably put almost 15 hours into it in just 3 days (that's a lot for me). NSMBW is pretty much just what I thought it'd be, but SO much fun with friends and has incredible nostalgic value. It was a great holiday weekend for me.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 3:53PM fadeoutagain2784 said
I disagree - I mean... if you go back to the original Mario games, they're not really challenging anymore aside from the fact that extra lives are harder to come by. There are some levels in NSMBW that are pretty tough... but you basically have unlimited tries to get thru them because of all the coins and 1-ups everywhere. All that really does is make the game less frustrating, not less difficult. And when I say this, I don't want to start an epic argument about frustration vs difficulty/challenge... it's just my opinion.
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Posted: Nov 30th 2009 3:20PM Monkey Fetish said
You start understanding why all the other big-name titles moved their launch dates to next year. MW2 is a unstoppable...
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