Topic: The Nintendo Switch Thread

File size is out of control, and since devs don't have incentive on the other platforms to actually compress the files, they aren't going to bother only for the Switch. (Which is a shame).
If at least devs would let players select what stuff they want to download - like, if I don't care about multiplayer, it would be great not being forced to download anything related to it.

@electrolite77 Perhaps one of my favorite openings from a Youtube video about video games I've seen in a while. Scratch that, video period.

Nice editing, good points, and someone who can actually ee-nun-see-ate their words.

I watched that video, its great.

People were practically foaming at the mouth to see Switch fail.

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 teaser site is up. Holiday 2017, and new pics (these are just a few)

http://xenobladechronicles2.nintendo.com

Does anybody care for a 2d mario on switch?

Sadly most of those people are Wii U owners. Some of them still think the Switch will fail.

@The64Master No!! It can take a 5 to 7 year rest!

@Spoony_Tech PlayStation fanboys refuse to accept the Switch's success. Sony is in rather big trouble, especially for being so stubborn to work with Microsoft and Nintendo. Microsoft and Nintendo seem to be getting along rather well. The arrogance of Sony really makes me want to sell my PS4 and SWITCH to Xbox. It's good to see that 2 game companies can agree with their differences and co-exist.

@Spoony_Tech Also, yes. I agree. 3D mario is clearly superior over 2D. The health system really allows for an expanded amount of mechanics. This can also make the boss fights more innovative and fun.

@The64Master - I think a lot of people are bitter because of the rapid succession of 2D Mario games that came out in the beginning of the Wii U's lifespan. Which somehow, after 5 years, people are still bitter over. Which I do find amusing, since we've had shorter waits for more "dead" franchises and games before.

But real talk; 2D Mario is inevitable, but it would be interesting to see if Nintendo would plan a traditional Mario or maintain a service for a Mario Marker DX/2 to extend the length of those experiences. Though both will likely exist by the end.

I do personally think Nintendo should consider recycling some assets of Odyssey to make a 3D World 2. It would shorten a development time and approach a more multiplayer Mario experience (and doubles down the the Joy-Con sharing as well without another port), which is only a win-win regardless how against it SOME people are.

2D Mario can take a break, then show up sometime in 2019 to invigorate the series again.

I'd say '18, but Oddessy has the entire year covered. It'll be that good.

The main 2D Mario games can die, Mario Maker I would love for it to continue.

The fact that these console wars among fanboys even still exist is stupid. Having a preference for a particular platform is fine, but wishing for the collapse of any of them is rediculous. A gaming industry where Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo, and PC all thrive is a good gaming industry.

As for 2D Mario, it really needs a break. It's becoming stale quickly, at least for me. 3D Mario definitely needs some time in the spotlight.

@KirbyTheVampire I agree. I always found myself getting rather bored when I pick up and play a NSMB game. It's just so-1985. I still love the original Mario 2D games, such as World, 2, 3 and the Original. You can also tell how much more care and love is put into the 3D games. The 3D games always, and I mean ALWAYS present new mechanics, worlds, enemies, bosses, characters, and more. The 2d Mario games: Goomba, Koopa, Bowser, Mario, Luigi, Peach.

@KirbyTheVampire - Not defending 2D Mario games here... But the wait gap between a 2D Mario is larger than that of the 3D one as of right now. But people act like we got one yesterday, but haven't seen a 3D Mario since Galaxy.

I'll only be purchasing multiplats or indies on Switch for the rest of the gen (although we'll see if my resolve breaks down in the face of Monster Hunter World), as I don't appreciate being tethered to a TV when I play a game.

Which makes it SO satisfying to see the Switch selling as well as it is.

...I consider 3D World a 3D Mario game, sooo...

@Paraka I feel like games like 3D world and 3D land could be great replacements for 2D mario. It was 3D, fun, and still kept that Mario-ish feel. Not to criticize 3D mario games, but they can sometimes feel a tad bit too realistic. Also, like you said, multiplayer 4 player Mario is rather crucial. I'm not going to be devastated if we never get a 4 player Mario, but it is always good to have the novelty of access to one on the Switch.

To be fair, 3D Land was also a generic Mario enemies game as far as I remember. Which ironically proves your point as it was STILL better than any of the NSMB games but was less interesting than the other 3D games.

@The64Master - I prefer 3D Mario games, namely cause the fake sense of freedom (which makes me excited for Odyssey), and control. Though I am personally not opposed to more 2D Mario games, I still think the way people are acting it like we just received NSMB2 and NSMBU ported to Switch last month.

Though they're likely to be existing as much as Mario Party 11 and Mario & Sonic Winter Olympics (calling it, next N-Direct will show it for February/March window). The discussion is when, not if. And if Mario Maker makes it out first I feel that we won't see a 2D Mario for a longer period of time.

I just liked the "3D" games because, unlike the 2D ones, they were still trying out new things. Keeping 2D mechanics while mixing in 3D gameplay, 3D World just expanded on it which was fine by me. (I mean, they did the same with Galaxy, so whatever)

I knew that Galaxy 3 wasn't happening, or another 3D World would happen...And I was right, once again they're doing new things with the enemy possession thing.

Then there's the 2D games...DS and Wii were fine, they brought back memories...But, after that, it was basically the same game over and over again...Same visuals/graphics, same bosses...SAME...FREAKING..."BAHS"!!! Even the giant Bowser final boss, that was epic seeing on Wii, is just...BORING! xD