MarioWiki:Polls/Third Poll Committee

This is an archive of all polls from the Third Poll Committee (July 2012 – August 2013). The list of members during this time and archived polls from this time can be found below.

Poll Committee

• Crocodile Dippy (talk) — Chairperson
• Master Crash (talk) — Vice-Chairperson
• Bop1996 (talk) – Has gone inactive and cannot carry out duties.
• Henry Tucayo Clay (talk)
• MrConcreteDonkey (talk)
• Ralphfan (talk)
• New Super Mario (talk)
• Toad85 (talk)
• Lily x (talk)
• Mario4Ever (talk)

Archived polls

What do you think of paid subsciptions/memberships in games? (Lily x (talk), 2nd August, 2013)

What do you think of paid subsciptions/memberships in games?
They are great, the things you get from the membership is usually good quality so I have no problem with it. 7.08% (231 votes)
Even though I would rather everything be free, paying does have good benefits. 16.28% (531 votes)
I feel that sometimes companies use it to rip us off, but other times it is fine. 20.45% (667 votes)
I don't like the idea much, but some companies need to use it to get enough money. 14.93% (487 votes)
I hate it! It is completley pointless and a waste of money. 25.02% (816 votes)
I don't really care. 16.22% (529 votes)
Total votes: 3,261

What is your opinion on downloading games via the E-Shop? (Lily x (talk), 19th July, 2013)

What is your opinion on downloading games via the E-Shop?
I prefer it to physical copies, it means I haven't got a game card to worry about losing and it is often cheaper. 17% (830 votes)
I like the feature to download retro games and smaller games. However, I prefer to buy the physical version for larger games. 53.31% (2,602 votes)
I feel it takes away the charm that you get from buying a game. 11.74% (573 votes)
I don't like the idea, it is a ripoff and deprives those who can't access the internet on their 3DS. 6.04% (295 votes)
I don't care. 11.9% (581 votes)
Total votes: 4,881

RPG characters in other games? (MrConcreteDonkey (talk), 5th July, 2013)

Would you like to see characters from the RPGs appear in other games, such as Mario Kart?
Yes, I would love to see RPG characters appear more in other games. 52.75% (3,085 votes)
I'd like it, but I don't really mind that much. 24.74% (1,447 votes)
I don't really want to see them in other games. 6.67% (390 votes)
I am completely opposed to this ridiculous idea. 3.11% (182 votes)
I don't have an opinion on this. 6.1% (357 votes)
What are these "RPGs" you speak of? 6.62% (387 votes)
Total votes: 5,848

For which of these upcoming games are you the most excited? (Henry Tucayo Clay (talk), 21st June, 2013)

For which of these upcoming games are you the most excited?
Mario & Luigi: Dream Team 16.51% (1,443 votes)
Mario Golf: World Tour 1% (87 votes)
Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U 48.24% (4,217 votes)
Mario Kart 8 14.86% (1,299 votes)
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze 3.31% (289 votes)
Super Mario 3D World 16% (1,406 votes)
Total votes: 8,741

Should Nintendo earn money from LPs and other such Youtube videos? (Toad85 (talk), 7th June, 2013)

Should Nintendo earn money from LPs and other such Youtube videos?
Of course! It's their intellectual property. Let's Players, reviewers, and the like shouldn't be making money off of someone else's work. 14.95% (822 votes)
Absolutely not! Youtube personalities rely on their revenue, and besides, they're giving Nintendo free publicity. 47.27% (2,600 votes)
Can't we find some kind of middle road? 22.53% (1,239 votes)
I have no opinion one way or the other. 6.87% (378 votes)
What are you talking about? 8.38% (461 votes)
Total votes: 5,500

How do you feel about the absence of a Nintendo conference at this year's E3? (Mario4Ever (talk), 24th May, 2013)

How do you feel about the absence of a Nintendo conference at this year's E3?
This is great! Smaller conferences and Nintendo Direct ensure that only the most important information reaches people. 42.74% (1,292 votes)
This is a terrible approach that potentially limits the amount and quality of information people receive. 33.31% (1,007 votes)
I don't care how the information is presented/I get my information from sources other than Nintendo. 19.42% (587 votes)
I am more interested in what other companies have to offer this year, so no Nintendo conference is no big loss. 5% (137 votes)
Total votes: 3,023

What do you think of sequels in the Mario series? (Lily x (talk), 10th May, 2013)

What do you think of sequels in the Mario series?
They are great! They continue the story and style from a previous game. 53.39% (2,556 votes)
They can be good, if done properly. However, sometimes they are more like expansion packs. 38.56% (1,846 votes)
I have no real opinion. 4.07% (195 votes)
They are a good idea, but are often poorly excecuted by Nintendo. 2.86% (137 votes)
I hate them! They are pointless and a waste! 1.11% (53 votes)
Total votes: 4,787

First arcades, then consoles, now smartphones...what's the next big medium? (Toad85 (talk), 26th April, 2013)

First arcades, then consoles, now smartphones...what's the next big medium?
We'll see a revitalization of home console gaming with the 8th or 9th generation. 29.9% (1,045 votes)
Handhelds and tablets will dominate the market from here on out. 7.58% (265 votes)
The PC gaming master race will rule us all. 6.44% (225 votes)
Streaming games online, like on a "Steam Box" or Ouya. 2.69% (94 votes)
Why be limited to just one device? Cloud computing will let you play any game, anywhere, on anything! 9.44% (330 votes)
Virtual reality, maybe? Holodecks? 14.99% (524 votes)
Some kind of future dingamahooey we can't even begin to fathom yet. 28.96% (1,012 votes)
Total votes: 3,495

Removing Partners? (New Super Mario (talk), 12th April, 2013)

Was removing partners/pixls from Paper Mario: Sticker Star a bad idea?
Absolutely! It ruined the whole experience for me! 18.57% (974 votes)
Yes, I think Nintendo could have made a better game by including them. 39.63% (2,078 votes)
I would have liked them but it doesn't really matter to me. 21.22% (1,113 votes)
I liked battling without partners! 2.36% (124 votes)
No, I though it was a very good idea removing the whole partner idea. 2.14% (112 votes)
I have no opinion on this topic. 11.77% (617 votes)
The only Paper Mario game I've played is Sticker Star so I don't really know... 4.31% (226 votes)
Total votes: 5,244

What option takes precedence when choosing a character/kart/etc? (Master Crash (talk), 29th March, 2013)

What option takes precedence when choosing a character/kart/etc?
Appearance. 21.28% (1,091 votes)
Ease of Access (balanced). 9.81% (503 votes)
Maneuverability. 9.57% (491 votes)
Technicality. 3.24% (166 votes)
Speed. 17.96% (921 votes)
Durability. 1.17% (60 votes)
MORE POWEEEEER. 8.93% (458 votes)
I play as whatever. 28.04% (1,438 votes)
Total votes: 5,128

Are retro games a good thing? (Toad85 (talk), 15th March, 2013)

Are retro games a good thing?
Of course! Gaming should remember its roots, and throwbacks are a great way to do it. 66.42% (3,103 votes)
Innovation is important, but I'll play a retro title now and again. 24.57% (1,148 votes)
I have no strong feelings one way or the other. 4.15% (194 votes)
It's fine if that's your thing, but I prefer more modern titles. 3.55% (166 votes)
Never! Games should always push the boundaries of the medium and give us unique experiences. 1% (61 votes)
Total votes: 4,672

2013 is the year of Luigi! Are you excited? (Master Crash (talk), 1st March, 2013)

2013 is the year of Luigi! Are you excited?
Very! He definitely deserves some time in the spotlight! 83.05% (5,129 votes)
I think there are others more deserving of recognition. 7.72% (477 votes)
I've never been a Luigi fan, so this news doesn't excite me. 2.72% (168 votes)
I miss Mario already. 3.35% (207 votes)
I think he gets enough notice as is. 3.16% (195 votes)
Total votes: 6,176

DLC in Mario Games? (New Super Mario (talk), 15th February, 2013)

Nintendo has brought DLC into some of their games recently. Would you want Nintendo to experiment more with DLC in future Mario games?
It would be great seeing some downloadable content available to us in the future. 50.57% (2,027 votes)
It'd be cool, but I wouldn't pay money for it. 24.9% (998 votes)
It doesn't matter to me if Mario games have DLC or not. 13.55% (543 votes)
I don't like DLC. 10.98% (440 votes)
Total votes: 4,008

Open World? (New Super Mario (talk), 1st February, 2013)

How would you feel if the next 3D Mario game would have an open world, similar to that of the Zelda games, instead of levels?
That would be awesome! Exploring open world is just what the series needs! 51.14% (2,612 votes)
I like the idea, but not sure if it's best for the series. 30.83% (1,757 votes)
I don't care if it's open world or not 7.64% (390 votes)
I don't care for the idea. Stick to the classic format. 4.33% (221 votes)
That would be awful! It would take away from what the series is known for. 6% (310 votes)
Total votes: 5,290

Story? (MrConcreteDonkey (talk), 18th January, 2013)

Do you feel it is important for a game to have a good story, in addition to good gameplay and other elements?
Yes, I feel it's very important, and I wouldn't buy a game without a good story. 28.75% (1,126 votes)
I feel it's fairly important, though I wouldn't care too much if a game was fun but didn't have a fantastic story. 60.1% (2,354 votes)
I don't feel it's that important, and gameplay should be the main focus. 6.82% (267 votes)
No, it's not important to me at all. For me, it's all about the gameplay. 2.02% (79 votes)
I don't have an opinion on this matter. 2% (91 votes)
Total votes: 3,917

What has been your favorite game of 2012? (Master Crash (talk), 4th January, 2013)

What has been your favorite game of 2012?
Fortune Street. 1.92% (109 votes)
Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games. 5.41% (307 votes)
Mario Party 9. 9.43% (535 votes)
Mario Tennis Open. 2.05% (116 votes)
New Super Mario Bros. 2. 15.06% (854 votes)
New Super Mario Bros. U. 33.39% (1,894 votes)
Nintendo Land. 9.86% (559 votes)
Paper Mario: Sticker Star. 22.88% (1,298 votes)
Total votes: 5,672

Do you play any non-Nintendo consoles? (Master Crash (talk), 21st December, 2012)

Do you play any non-Nintendo consoles?
No, I'm a Nintendo-only person. 36.42% (2,066 votes)
I'm not picky when it comes to gaming companies. 46.26% (2,624 votes)
I'd like to if I had the means. 8.39% (476 votes)
I prefer other gaming consoles to Nintendo's, actually. 3.6% (204 votes)
I don't even own a gaming console! 0.72% (41 votes)
I'm of the glorious PC gamer master race, you lowly console gaming plebeians. 4.6% (261 votes)
Total votes: 5,672

What are your thoughts on console redesigns? (Crocodile Dippy (talk), 7th December, 2012)

What are your thoughts on console redesigns?
They're fantastic! The more consoles, the better! 24.21% (898 votes)
If they improve on the original design, then I'm fine with them. 29.36% (1,089 votes)
Only if they don't remove backwards compatibility. 27.74% (1,029 votes)
I don't like them very much, but to each their own. 4.48% (166 votes)
They're wastes of time and money, so shouldn't exist! 5.58% (207 votes)
I don't care either way. 8.63% (320 votes)
Total votes: 3,709

What is your opinion of glitches, hacks, and other ways to cheat in video games? (Toad85 (talk), 23rd November, 2012)

What is your opinion of glitches, hacks, and other ways to cheat in video games?
I love them! They're a great way to enhance your favorite games, and it makes them much more fun to play. 23.07% (1,032 votes)
They are OK, but most of the time I just want to play the game fairly. 35.37% (1,582 votes)
I only like them if they're not used during online play. 20.21% (904 votes)
I dislike them. Glitches and hacks break the game and make it too easy. 15.4% (689 votes)
I have no opinion on this topic. 6% (266 votes)
Total votes: 4,473

How do you feel about the changes in Paper Mario: Sticker Star? (Master Crash (talk), 9th November, 2012)

How do you feel about the changes in Paper Mario: Sticker Star?
I think it has the potential to turn out great. 34.72% (1,469 votes)
I'm just glad it's more of an RPG unlike it's predecessor. 16.26% (688 votes)
I'll probably enjoy it due to it being a Paper Mario game. 15.06% (637 votes)
I'm willing to give the changes a chance. 10.75% (455 votes)
I'll wait until I see more gameplay and news before making a decision. 8.6% (364 votes)
I'm not looking forward to the game at all. 5.84% (247 votes)
I've never really cared for Paper Mario games. 8.77% (371 votes)
Total votes: 4,231

Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon? (Bop1996 (talk), 27 October, 2012)

What would you most like to see in Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon?
Exciting new ghosts to capture. 18.75% (785 votes)
Interesting new gameplay mechanics. 17.86% (748 votes)
Dark, oppressive atmospheres. 17.84% (747 votes)
Inventive and fun puzzles. 16.03% (671 votes)
Compelling story. 29.52% (1,236 votes)
Total votes: 4,187

Yoshi? (Bop1996 (talk), 12 October, 2012)

What do you think of Yoshi?
Yoshi is a great character, but I don't like him so much as a gameplay mechanic. 9.79% (544 votes)
I enjoy Yoshi as a gameplay mechanic, but not as a character. 6.28% (349 votes)
Yoshi is great as both a mechanic and a character and should continue to be a major part of the entire series. 77.28% (4,292 votes)
Yoshi has outlived his potential as a character and a gameplay mechanic, and should appear less frequently. 2.39% (133 votes)
It makes no difference to me. 4.25% (236 votes)
Total votes: 5,554

What's your opinion on ported games? (Master Crash (talk), 28 September, 2012)

What's your opinion on ported games?
It's great to have old games on new consoles. 65.76% (1,999 votes)
I like them only if they add something to the game. 17.93% (545 votes)
I only like them if they stick 100% to the original game. 6.74% (205 votes)
They are a waste of time, companies should focus on making new games. 2.7% (82 votes)
I have no opinion. 6.88% (209 votes)
Total votes: 3,040

What is your opinion on the Wii U? (Henry Tucayo Clay (talk), 14 September, 2012)

What is your opinion on the Wii U?
It'll be Nintendo's best console so far, I'm definitely buying it! 40.25% (1,998 votes)
It looks like an innovative concept, I'll give it a try. 35.25% (1,750 votes)
I'll buy it only because it's made by Nintendo. 5.5% (273 votes)
It looks intriguing, but there are a few things about it I don't like. 7.7% (382 votes)
I don't like it. 2.36% (117 votes)
It's Nintendo's worst idea so far! 2.16% (107 votes)
I have no opinion on it. 6.79% (337 votes)
Total votes: 4,964

What are your thoughts on the New Super Mario Bros. series? (Master Crash (talk), 31 August, 2012)

What are your thoughts on the New Super Mario Bros. series?
I like what they're doing with it, and hope to see more of this series. 49.59% (2,253 votes)
I think the series is getting stale, and something new and innovative needs to be introduced. 28.11% (1,277 votes)
I don't like the series at all, and think that Nintendo should discontinue working on it. 1.3% (59 votes)
While I do enjoy the series, I think I'd rather have Nintendo focus on other Mario games. 17.32% (787 votes)
I was never interested in the series to begin with. 0.86% (39 votes)
I have no opinion. 2.82% (128 votes)
Total votes: {{{totalvote}}}

With the Super Mario Wiki Anniversary awards ceremony over, what were your thoughts on the entire event? (Crocodile Dippy (talk), 11 August, 2012)

With the Super Mario Wiki Anniversary awards ceremony over, what were your thoughts on the entire event?
It was fantastic all the way! 12.79% (577 votes)
I didn't agree with some of the results, but the presentations were nice. 2.37% (107 votes)
The presentations were lacking, but I'm happy with the results. 0.44% (20 votes)
It was alright. 1.29% (58 votes)
I wasn't very impressed with any of it. 0.24% (11 votes)
It was absolutely horrid! 1.29% (58 votes)
I didn't bother to see the ceremony. 8.13% (367 votes)
I still don't know what the Super Mario Wiki awards ceremony is! 73.45% (3,315 votes)
Total votes: 4,513

What are your early thoughts on the Super Mario Wiki awards ceremony happening next week? (Crocodile Dippy (talk), 3 August, 2012)

What are your early thoughts on the Super Mario Wiki awards ceremony happening next week?
I'm excited for it! It's all going to be awesome! 23.45% (698 votes)
I'm looking forward to seeing the results, but the presentations aren't interesting to me. 6.18% (184 votes)
I'm looking forward to seeing the presentations, but whatever the results are doesn't matter to me. 2.55% (76 votes)
I'm not very interested in the ceremony. 4% (119 votes)
I think it will be very dull. 0.37% (11 votes)
I think it will be terrible! 0.91% (27 votes)
What's the Super Mario Wiki awards ceremony? 62.55% (1,862 votes)
Total votes: 2,977

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