I like the minimalist sensibility, but I'm not a big fan of the actual designs featured. Ah well, Uniqlo sells out instantly regardless of your interest, so it's a moo point.
@larryisaman you're making a fantastic point about this. Bundling one of their first party games would off-set the sting quite a bit. However one COULD (poorly) argue that the system already comes with a game packed in...Astro's Playroom, which is more than the Switch 2 can say
Just played the Demo on Steam. Thoroughly impressed. The visuals, voice acting and music production quality are something else. The base gameplay is like Shovel Knight (or Ducktales) and dials it up with some thoughtfully neat mechanics that will no doubt have me coming back to levels once further upgrades are unlocked on the adventure. You even have to consider degrading your upgradable staff (on the fly) to make it past bosses and platforming sections. The demo is clearly just is the tip of the iceberg, but it has impressively thoughtful level design that really meshes into the overall visual style and animation going on around you.
So what's funny is, my wife didn't know much about Mario 2, Star Fox, or Mario Galaxy - and her personal sentiment to the movie was similar to the reviews out there. She didn't even say she didn't like it, but it was really a Mario deep-dive. Honestly that's what I was hoping it would be and I loved it ha - my kids enjoyed it too and are wanting to go back. Definitely can't afford seeing it again anytime soon though!
@bleeflooflah Yes! After you buy them, the icons are tied to your NSO account forever! Even for games I haven't bought yet I can't help but compulsively snatch up most of the icons, in case I buy the game later. It's a perpetual collectathon once you get hooked on it. Your NSO icons have their own game collection in your profile menu on the NSO page. You can go back and browse the icons sorted by each game, which can feel like a little selection of artwork if you collect them all.
Played the demo on PC. Thoroughly unimpressed. The visuals are the best part; everything else is sub-par. The game plays like if Shovel Knight ditched all of its impressively thoughtful level and encounter design in favor of looking pretty.
@MamaSymphonia All fair points! Not enough to make me want to upgrade at this time, but future consideration isn't off the table. Whatever form they're played in, I can easily recommend both Super Mario Galaxy titles to pretty much anyone. The first game is still my favorite 3D Mario title.
Shiren the Wanderer: Tower of Fortune and the Dice of fate, and Shiren the Wanderer: Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island. They're some of the best pure Rogue games to come out in the last generation. I can't recommend them highly enough
@stuntz0rZ I think Nintendo should release a Choose One bundle for the Switch 2. Maybe this game with both Galaxy games together or MKW or DKB or Pokopia. Might as well at this point.
I totally get why they are doing this, but it still seems kind of weird to pair it with the switch 2 instead of the switch 1 that the games were released for.
@Anti-Matter If they do, it won't be for the West.
I am a fervent Yo-kai Watch fan, but Level5 has all but abandoned the western market with these games.
We never got Yo-kai Watch 4 (first game on the Switch) here in the West nor the Yo-kai Watch 1 Switch port.
I have all the 3 games on my New 3DS XL, but was so disappointed in Level5 for abandoning us with Yo-kai Watch 4 and the Yo-kai Watch 1 Switch port. Especially the latter one baffled me greatly, since it was already localized.
Have been on the fence about getting a Switch 2. This offer is pretty tempting though. Never played either Mario Galaxy game. Probably best to buy one soon too before a likely inevitable price hike.
Even though I have heard they are good, I thought 20XX and 30XX were cheap Megaman inspired games but never realized they were roguelikes, that should make them interesting. I don’t like how the graphics of the first one like, but the sequel looks a lot better visually. And both are on sale currently.
The demo sold me, I've pre-ordered Darwin's Paradox with LRG. They sent a mail saying it was delayed to end of year, but I don't mind the wait. I like a good stealth game, and with a humorous twist that will be new to me. I still have to play the Pragmata demo, and they haven't announced a proper physical yet, so I'm not in a rush. The Mouse game could be something, but I'd like a demo first.
That's a recurring issue for me. Uniqlo's licenses are great, but most of the designs are minimalist or have great art on the back. I want to see my T-shirt design when I look in the mirror. The good old way.
A $20 discount on each game for those of us who already have a Switch 2 would be awesome.
@JohnnyMind I'll never understand why people take the time to go to sites for things that don't interest them, but I also don't give them the time of day. Mute the dweebs and move on (the latter of which they should do, but never will).
I've loved a lot of Uniqlo's VG crossovers. (I got a Mega Man and and FF Moogle shirt). I wish they made shirts in a slimmer cut and lighter fabric, though. The frumpy fit and thick scratchy weave just ain't my jam.
Haven't seen the film yet, but I find the designs nicely colourful and cheerful. I would get them for myself if I didn't already have an overfull closet. Good thing they're not selling them in theatres, that would be an instant impulse buy ... and getting one would mean getting them all XD
Getting kicked out of the galaxies when picking up a star feels so outdated now, but aside from that, I've just replayed both games to 100% and they are super fun, creative and absolutely gorgeous on the Switch version. For somebody looking to get a Switch 2 who just saw the film and never played the games before, it certainly is a great deal to catch, even without the small discount. You're in it for at least 50h of pure blissful videogaming.
I keep seeing pre-orders for physical versions of this game with a placeholder date and wondering what it's all about. Now I'm definitely pre-ordering this as soon as they give a date. Looks very unique for a genre of game that is so very common. I'd rather a Switch 2 version, but I won't start that physical discussion.
@Tyranexx It might be worth noting that (not a game changer obviously but) the standalone Switch releases of SMG 1 and 2 have been pretty significantly improved visually over the Wii and even the SM3DAS version. Textures are much higher resolution and of course the UI has been redone in HD. They've also gone in and changed all the tutorial / help text to refer to Switch controls, and added amiibo functionality. Not something I'd re-buy either game for at $40, but they are better!
Ooh, it does look great! And not just the visuals, yeah! It also seems to be a bit horror-y, the way he "defeats" those big enemies. Sheehan.
The art style, at least for the main character, reminds me of Tintin.
Its because the rest of the industry largely buys studios to get IP. Nintendo, by contrast, buys a studio to get talent. Thus why they rarely buy out studios, but when they do the results are good. Also why they don't have mass layoffs, because the employees are the point ( rather than unfortunate interchangeable cogs that were 'tragically' attached to the IP ).
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Re: Uniqlo's Super Mario Galaxy Movie Clothing Range Is Now Available
I like the minimalist sensibility, but I'm not a big fan of the actual designs featured. Ah well, Uniqlo sells out instantly regardless of your interest, so it's a moo point.
Re: Former Nintendo Sales Lead Thinks Switch 2 Price Increase Is "Inevitable"
@larryisaman you're making a fantastic point about this. Bundling one of their first party games would off-set the sting quite a bit. However one COULD (poorly) argue that the system already comes with a game packed in...Astro's Playroom, which is more than the Switch 2 can say
Re: Feature: Our Top Ten Favourite Easter Eggs In The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Idk but are those Easter eggs? Everything listed is very prominent in their respective shots. It is hard not to see them.
Re: "I Didn't Want To Let Anyone Down" - Mario Galaxy Movie Composer Wrote Much Of The Score In Hospital
The music was really fantastic in this movie
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
Just played the Demo on Steam. Thoroughly impressed. The visuals, voice acting and music production quality are something else. The base gameplay is like Shovel Knight (or Ducktales) and dials it up with some thoughtfully neat mechanics that will no doubt have me coming back to levels once further upgrades are unlocked on the adventure. You even have to consider degrading your upgradable staff (on the fly) to make it past bosses and platforming sections. The demo is clearly just is the tip of the iceberg, but it has impressively thoughtful level design that really meshes into the overall visual style and animation going on around you.
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
Appreciate you stopping short of using the word stunning
Re: Feature: Our Top Ten Favourite Easter Eggs In The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
@Kyloctopus oh yeah.. that had me cracking up
Re: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Opening Day Breaks Multiple Records Worldwide
So what's funny is, my wife didn't know much about Mario 2, Star Fox, or Mario Galaxy - and her personal sentiment to the movie was similar to the reviews out there. She didn't even say she didn't like it, but it was really a Mario deep-dive. Honestly that's what I was hoping it would be and I loved it ha - my kids enjoyed it too and are wanting to go back. Definitely can't afford seeing it again anytime soon though!
Re: Nintendo Really Wants You To Press Switch 2's GameChat Button
@TheFunkyPhantom Ohh I'll have to try that then, thank you!
@bleeflooflah Yes! After you buy them, the icons are tied to your NSO account forever! Even for games I haven't bought yet I can't help but compulsively snatch up most of the icons, in case I buy the game later. It's a perpetual collectathon once you get hooked on it. Your NSO icons have their own game collection in your profile menu on the NSO page. You can go back and browse the icons sorted by each game, which can feel like a little selection of artwork if you collect them all.
Re: New Limited-Time Switch 2 Offer Features A Small Saving On Mario Galaxy
So basically, spend 520 + tax (570) save 20 .... hooooooooly shiiiiiiiiiiiii
Re: "I Didn't Want To Let Anyone Down" - Mario Galaxy Movie Composer Wrote Much Of The Score In Hospital
@Mathieu_B Yeah. :/
Re: "I Didn't Want To Let Anyone Down" - Mario Galaxy Movie Composer Wrote Much Of The Score In Hospital
Sir, that's nothing to mess around with. Wishing you a strong recovery.
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
Played the demo on PC. Thoroughly unimpressed. The visuals are the best part; everything else is sub-par. The game plays like if Shovel Knight ditched all of its impressively thoughtful level and encounter design in favor of looking pretty.
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
The trailer alone has sold me the game. I LOVE its aesthetics.
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
Cuphead, Hollow Knight, and Duck Tales had a baby, and it was this game. And I will buy it.
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
@RumandCohibas I have no words.
Re: New Limited-Time Switch 2 Offer Features A Small Saving On Mario Galaxy
@MamaSymphonia All fair points! Not enough to make me want to upgrade at this time, but future consideration isn't off the table. Whatever form they're played in, I can easily recommend both Super Mario Galaxy titles to pretty much anyone. The first game is still my favorite 3D Mario title.
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StS has become legendary in my household. Easily one of my favorite games of the past decade and I can't wait for the second one to hit the Switch.
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Shiren the Wanderer: Tower of Fortune and the Dice of fate, and Shiren the Wanderer: Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island. They're some of the best pure Rogue games to come out in the last generation. I can't recommend them highly enough
Re: New Limited-Time Switch 2 Offer Features A Small Saving On Mario Galaxy
@stuntz0rZ I think Nintendo should release a Choose One bundle for the Switch 2. Maybe this game with both Galaxy games together or MKW or DKB or Pokopia. Might as well at this point.
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
I just like THQNordic finally having a W
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Finally took a day off so playing Virtua Fighter 5 in between prepping my garden.
Re: New Limited-Time Switch 2 Offer Features A Small Saving On Mario Galaxy
I totally get why they are doing this, but it still seems kind of weird to pair it with the switch 2 instead of the switch 1 that the games were released for.
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
@DwaynesGames Oh cool, someone else that played Henry Hatsworth. TEA TIME!
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
Gives off Henry Hatsworth vibes. (Granted that game had more of a puzzle aesthetic on top of the action platforming but it was super fun)
Re: Level-5 Will Finally Share News On Its Upcoming Titles In 'Vision 2026' Showcase
@Anti-Matter If they do, it won't be for the West.
I am a fervent Yo-kai Watch fan, but Level5 has all but abandoned the western market with these games.
We never got Yo-kai Watch 4 (first game on the Switch) here in the West nor the Yo-kai Watch 1 Switch port.
I have all the 3 games on my New 3DS XL, but was so disappointed in Level5 for abandoning us with Yo-kai Watch 4 and the Yo-kai Watch 1 Switch port. Especially the latter one baffled me greatly, since it was already localized.
Re: New Limited-Time Switch 2 Offer Features A Small Saving On Mario Galaxy
Not a great deal. Removing Mariokart bundle for this you are getting less excitement. Should have included both to make an excellent deal.
Re: New Limited-Time Switch 2 Offer Features A Small Saving On Mario Galaxy
Have been on the fence about getting a Switch 2. This offer is pretty tempting though. Never played either Mario Galaxy game. Probably best to buy one soon too before a likely inevitable price hike.
Re: Best Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 Roguelikes, Roguelites & Run-Based Games
Even though I have heard they are good, I thought 20XX and 30XX were cheap Megaman inspired games but never realized they were roguelikes, that should make them interesting. I don’t like how the graphics of the first one like, but the sequel looks a lot better visually. And both are on sale currently.
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The demo sold me, I've pre-ordered Darwin's Paradox with LRG. They sent a mail saying it was delayed to end of year, but I don't mind the wait. I like a good stealth game, and with a humorous twist that will be new to me.
I still have to play the Pragmata demo, and they haven't announced a proper physical yet, so I'm not in a rush.
The Mouse game could be something, but I'd like a demo first.
Re: Uniqlo's Super Mario Galaxy Movie Clothing Range Is Now Available
That's a recurring issue for me. Uniqlo's licenses are great, but most of the designs are minimalist or have great art on the back. I want to see my T-shirt design when I look in the mirror. The good old way.
Re: New Limited-Time Switch 2 Offer Features A Small Saving On Mario Galaxy
A $20 discount on each game for those of us who already have a Switch 2 would be awesome.
@JohnnyMind I'll never understand why people take the time to go to sites for things that don't interest them, but I also don't give them the time of day. Mute the dweebs and move on (the latter of which they should do, but never will).
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
Looks like something I'd enjoy! Maybe ill wishlist this one
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
Thanks for putting this on my radar.
Re: New Limited-Time Switch 2 Offer Features A Small Saving On Mario Galaxy
I never got them on the Wii, maybe this is my time?
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@Baker1000 Jack Black or Chris Hemsworth
Re: Level-5 Will Finally Share News On Its Upcoming Titles In 'Vision 2026' Showcase
@NatiaAdamo @SillyG yeah confirming it’s Japan only physical, cos I own it haha. Loved the game so much I bought the Japanese physical for the shelf
Re: Uniqlo's Super Mario Galaxy Movie Clothing Range Is Now Available
Again very unremarkable.
Re: Uniqlo's Super Mario Galaxy Movie Clothing Range Is Now Available
I've loved a lot of Uniqlo's VG crossovers. (I got a Mega Man and and FF Moogle shirt). I wish they made shirts in a slimmer cut and lighter fabric, though. The frumpy fit and thick scratchy weave just ain't my jam.
Re: Uniqlo's Super Mario Galaxy Movie Clothing Range Is Now Available
Haven't seen the film yet, but I find the designs nicely colourful and cheerful. I would get them for myself if I didn't already have an overfull closet. Good thing they're not selling them in theatres, that would be an instant impulse buy ... and getting one would mean getting them all XD
Re: New Limited-Time Switch 2 Offer Features A Small Saving On Mario Galaxy
Getting kicked out of the galaxies when picking up a star feels so outdated now, but aside from that, I've just replayed both games to 100% and they are super fun, creative and absolutely gorgeous on the Switch version. For somebody looking to get a Switch 2 who just saw the film and never played the games before, it certainly is a great deal to catch, even without the small discount. You're in it for at least 50h of pure blissful videogaming.
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
I keep seeing pre-orders for physical versions of this game with a placeholder date and wondering what it's all about. Now I'm definitely pre-ordering this as soon as they give a date. Looks very unique for a genre of game that is so very common. I'd rather a Switch 2 version, but I won't start that physical discussion.
Re: Best Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 Roguelikes, Roguelites & Run-Based Games
For the fifth year in a row since you began this list, I’m bringing up ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove. :0)
You gave it 7/10, which I expect is not enough to make the cut, but it is my fav of this genre, and one I have over 150 hrs playtime on. 😎
Re: Level-5 Will Finally Share News On Its Upcoming Titles In 'Vision 2026' Showcase
Finally the professor and his world of steam will be getting a release date. Been waiting for a while, hopefully it’s decent.
Re: New Limited-Time Switch 2 Offer Features A Small Saving On Mario Galaxy
@Tyranexx It might be worth noting that (not a game changer obviously but) the standalone Switch releases of SMG 1 and 2 have been pretty significantly improved visually over the Wii and even the SM3DAS version. Textures are much higher resolution and of course the UI has been redone in HD. They've also gone in and changed all the tutorial / help text to refer to Switch controls, and added amiibo functionality. Not something I'd re-buy either game for at $40, but they are better!
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
Ooh, it does look great! And not just the visuals, yeah! It also seems to be a bit horror-y, the way he "defeats" those big enemies. Sheehan.
The art style, at least for the main character, reminds me of Tintin.
Re: Feature: Our Top Ten Favourite Easter Eggs In The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Aren't the large goombas really a Giant Land (World 4) from Mario 3 reference?
Re: Monolith Soft Talks Up Ganondorf's "Alluring Charm" In New Interview
@nhSnork
Its because the rest of the industry largely buys studios to get IP. Nintendo, by contrast, buys a studio to get talent. Thus why they rarely buy out studios, but when they do the results are good. Also why they don't have mass layoffs, because the employees are the point ( rather than unfortunate interchangeable cogs that were 'tragically' attached to the IP ).
Re: Uniqlo's Super Mario Galaxy Movie Clothing Range Is Now Available
100% cotton as well so looks pretty good.
Re: Best Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 Roguelikes, Roguelites & Run-Based Games
After reading it here, I bought Bad North. It is currently on sale for 2,99 Eur.
Downloaded the demo first and played the first level. Felt fun, so i bought it