I don't think you have to beat the original Shovel Knight first. Once the content is downloaded, you just start a new file and choose which character you want to play as.
I have the normal Mega Man amiibo but I don't have a NEW 3DS, so I can't actually use him for this game :/
I have a digital copy of Tron Bonne too! I just wanted to play the first Legends game first.
Having a gaming wife is the best! 
I started MM1 today and have taken down all 8 Robot Masters. Just gotta go take care of Dr. Wily. I'm really enjoying it so far.
Hmm. You felt in a good mood...after having given the dad speech about responsibility. I think you learned something about yourself today! 
Man, that sucks 
I hope whatever tinkering you do sparks some new life into it.
I'm interested to know what you think of the game overall compared to the first one. Getting to play as Phoenix and Maya sounds like good silly fun.
I know! I love the "dur dur dur dur" at the end
A depressing game doesn't sound like much fun...
Then I shall try again tomorrow!
