I think a mixture of Tate mode if you wanna play in handheld mode, and dominus if on the big screen, then some games cam be recommended to tate mode (maybe in case of very touch heavy games like Spirit Tracks), is the best option. Maybe if they change some games to have movement done with analogue instead of touch (PH and ST). Although that's a lot more work, and I doubt they'd do that last idea for many or any games.
I think some people might be being a bit harsh on the writer of this page. They wanted other improvements on Switch, not the 4k. For myself I wanted 60fps - I have the MGS collection on ps3 and that runs at 720p, 60fps, so the Switch should be able to at least have a mode to do that, even if it can't do 1080p 60fps (which for two decade year old game seems like it could be done as well, honestly).
I'd be most hyped to see Metal Sonic, Amy, Blaze, maybe Mecha Sonic as well. Think Chaos would also be interesting but dunno if that would hit general audiences as hard. Feel like Metal Sonic is super cool even if you've never seen him before.
@sketchturner If you're not as big on story, this will probably be the one that most suits your taste. But all the games have a big emphasis on exploration, so I think you'd probs like them all anyway.
Glad even supposedly lesser gamers, such as Angel of Darkness, are getting preserved. This looks like a great collection but not willing to pay Aspyr full price for anything after I bought Battlefront Collection day 1 (yes I'm that dumb).
This made my day. Nintendo is so iconic for announcing this while everyone is so hyped for Switch 2. Hope the orders come to the UK soon, as I do really wanna own one even as a piece of gaming history.
Hope it does well and they add a million more sounds tbf.
I played Resi 4, 5 and 6 back to back for the first time so by the time I got to 6 it was a nice change of pace and I really enjoyed the story, despite it being seen as fan-servicey in places.
He always seemed so genuine whenever I saw him talking about the Mario + Rabbids games. Love to see that level of passion and am very excited for his next work.
@Lizuka I think we might get more drops soon if Switch 2 releases alongside GCN, maybe DS NSO. Feels like they might be holding off a bit in comparison to last year and first half of this year, as if waiting for something like that, although I think we've got some sick drops lately, despite being a little more spaced out.
Will definitely get this when the definitive edition releases. Hope we get more DLC in the future, and as other people have said more Lynx and Jaguar games.
This is what I love NSO for. Adding the stuff we'd never thought we'd see again. Battletoads Double Dragon today was a great example of it. Mario Paint would be a massive heavy-hitter in this catergory.
I would have bought if it it was a collection, but buying each separately at launch seems a bit of a faff. Will probs wait for a sale when they all out.
Hopefully this is testing the waters for potential remasters or even a new game. Would love to see the original GBC version of the first game on NSO as well, if it was basically already finished - in a similar way to the release of Star Fox 2.
@Darthroseman For the price I definitely wouldn't recommend. I played again after the first update and it was still an awful port, so do with that what you will.
This review seems a little harsh to me. The game is meant to be about relaxing. The first game even let you input your own music, so I think this is definitely made to be a podcast, or youtube-in-background game where you can just vibe out. Game seems like it's exactly what it says on the tin and I think maybe the reviewer expected something different without any disrespect to them. I'm still looking forward to getting this at some point.
It's good they're trying to fix it but it's too late - all the servers are completely empty and will probably remain that way. Can't believe I trusted Aspyr after the Kotor 2 situation. Spent 30 quid, but at least I'll never buy from them again.
I bought these games hoping Aspyr had returned to form after their Tomb Raider remasters. But found myself very disappointed - the multiplayer is borked, the default control schemes were designed by an ape, and the 32gb install is a joke for such old games. Never buying from Aspyr again. Would have refunded immediately if I could.
Hopefully they offer some free games to offset this awful remaster like they did with Kotor II, although I doubt it.
@Yomerodes I see your arguments, Konami did amazing stuff with the PS2 hardware. But this collection only runs at 1080p 60fps on the PS5, compared to 720p 60fps on PS3. I think it's just a pretty lazy port in all honesty across all platforms. They could have got it to run better on Switch with a little effort, as they could have upscaled it to 4k on PS5. These games are from the PS2 era - they should run at 60 on anything, even if that meant a performance mode. Just my opinion though - respect yours. Hoping they do a next-gen update for Switch 2, although I don't think they will.
EDIT: Just looked it up and according to Eurogamer they only run at 720p on every console as well :/.
Not interested if it's still locked to 30. The old collection could do 60, and that was on PS3 - and Switch is more powerful than that console. I know people will argue it's not but Witcher 3 wouldn't run on PS3.
Gonna try and beat Earthbound Beginnings if I have time. I'm on my second time up Mt.Itoi and believe after that I have to go away and come back one more time. Really hope this game gets a remake at some point as it is so close to being one of the best rpgs of the era, but is slightly let down by a few small pacing and other problems that they could fix.
Still having fun despite all that and with a walkthrough, I'd definitely recommend it to any fans of classic rpgs.
I'm super happy they have taken the feedback from S and V, and decided on a longer development time to make the game as polished as it can be. Also, the presumed idea of you building up the city the way you want sounds like an amazing gameplay loop. All that being said, I do think Red and Blue on NSO would have been the perfect thing to tide us over and create hype for the Direct.
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Re: Poll: Okay, It's Time To Ask The Obvious - Will We Get Donkey Kong 64 On NSO?
I'm honestly more interested for Donkey Kong '94 to come NSO first.
Re: Talking Point: What Would Be The Ideal Way To Play DS Games On 'Switch 2'?
I think a mixture of Tate mode if you wanna play in handheld mode, and dominus if on the big screen, then some games cam be recommended to tate mode (maybe in case of very touch heavy games like Spirit Tracks), is the best option. Maybe if they change some games to have movement done with analogue instead of touch (PH and ST). Although that's a lot more work, and I doubt they'd do that last idea for many or any games.
Re: Bug Fables, The Fantastic Paper Mario-Like RPG, Gets Surprise Anniversary Update
been wanting try this for a while, this has reminded me to pick it up
Re: Yakuza Kiwami Update Is Out Now, Here Are The Patch Notes
Can't wait finally try this game, just wish there was a physical as well.
Re: New Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Update Leaves The Switch Behind
I think some people might be being a bit harsh on the writer of this page. They wanted other improvements on Switch, not the 4k. For myself I wanted 60fps - I have the MGS collection on ps3 and that runs at 720p, 60fps, so the Switch should be able to at least have a mode to do that, even if it can't do 1080p 60fps (which for two decade year old game seems like it could be done as well, honestly).
Re: Sonic 3 Director Teases Another Character Reveal At The End Of The Movie
I'd be most hyped to see Metal Sonic, Amy, Blaze, maybe Mecha Sonic as well. Think Chaos would also be interesting but dunno if that would hit general audiences as hard. Feel like Metal Sonic is super cool even if you've never seen him before.
Re: Castlevania Tribute Starring Classic Dracula Actor Launches Today On Switch
The best Dracula portrayal ever. Hope this is good, but can't deny I will probably get it even if it's only decent, just to see Lugosi in a game.
Re: Review: Angel At Dusk (Switch) - A Magnificent, Grotesque Gateway To An Entire Genre
Always wanted to try and get into shmups, so this might be the perfect entry place for me.
Re: Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Confirmed For Switch
One of the best RPGs ever. Depending on the day I either place this or XC1 as my fave Xenoblade game.
Re: Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Confirmed For Switch
@sketchturner If you're not as big on story, this will probably be the one that most suits your taste. But all the games have a big emphasis on exploration, so I think you'd probs like them all anyway.
Re: Yakuza Kiwami Is Supposedly "Selling Like Crazy" On Switch
Almost seems like it's better than a 6 .
Re: Masahiro Sakurai Teases His YouTube Channel's "Special Finale"
Imagine if this has all been a build up to reveal Switch 2 in his last video XD
Re: Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered Shoots Onto Switch Next Year
@Banjo- Same saw them earlier this year, it was amazing.
Re: Rumour: Nintendo Might Be Gearing Up For A GameCube Controller Comeback
Best controller ever made.
Re: Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered Shoots Onto Switch Next Year
Glad even supposedly lesser gamers, such as Angel of Darkness, are getting preserved. This looks like a great collection but not willing to pay Aspyr full price for anything after I bought Battlefront Collection day 1 (yes I'm that dumb).
Re: Forget 'Switch 2', Nintendo Has Just Revealed An Official Alarm Clock
This made my day. Nintendo is so iconic for announcing this while everyone is so hyped for Switch 2. Hope the orders come to the UK soon, as I do really wanna own one even as a piece of gaming history.
Hope it does well and they add a million more sounds tbf.
Re: Poll: Resident Evil 6 Turns 12 - Does It Really Deserve Its Dire Reputation?
I played Resi 4, 5 and 6 back to back for the first time so by the time I got to 6 it was a nice change of pace and I really enjoyed the story, despite it being seen as fan-servicey in places.
Re: Mario + Rabbids Director Davide Soliani Launches New Studio, Working On Original IP
He always seemed so genuine whenever I saw him talking about the Mario + Rabbids games. Love to see that level of passion and am very excited for his next work.
Re: Mario Movie Actor Says Second Film Is "Very Exciting So Far"
Really hope we get Danny DeVito as Wario. He was literally made for that role.
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's GBA Library With Two More Titles
@Lizuka I think we might get more drops soon if Switch 2 releases alongside GCN, maybe DS NSO. Feels like they might be holding off a bit in comparison to last year and first half of this year, as if waiting for something like that, although I think we've got some sick drops lately, despite being a little more spaced out.
Re: Mini Review: Atari 50: The Wider World Of Atari (Switch) - More Of The Brilliant Same
Will definitely get this when the definitive edition releases. Hope we get more DLC in the future, and as other people have said more Lynx and Jaguar games.
Re: All Three Atelier Ryza Games Land Optimisation Updates, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Been interested in the Atelier series for a while so this is a great excuse jump in for me (after EOW).
Re: Rumour: Nintendo May Be Looking To Add SNES Mouse Support To Switch Online
This is what I love NSO for. Adding the stuff we'd never thought we'd see again. Battletoads Double Dragon today was a great example of it. Mario Paint would be a massive heavy-hitter in this catergory.
Re: All Annapurna Interactive Staff Resign Following Failed Spin-Off Negotiations
Hope this leads to a new studio!
Re: Back Page: Dark World, Lorule, Termina - A Voyage Home To Hyrule Via Zelda's 'Other' Worlds
What about Koridai and Gamelon
Re: Rumour: Wii & DS Favourite 'MySims' Could Be Coming To Switch Soon
I loved Kingdom and Agents on the Wii as a kid so would love to try the original if it's a good port and reasonably priced.
Re: Nintendo Museum Tickets Will Feature Your Mii
Hopefully this is a sign that the Switch 2 will feature Miis more prominently.
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's GBA Library With Pokémon
This is great news, never expected this game at all.
Re: Even More Aero The Acro-Bat Games Are Heading To Switch This Year
I would have bought if it it was a collection, but buying each separately at launch seems a bit of a faff. Will probs wait for a sale when they all out.
Re: Star Wars: Bounty Hunter Dev Aspyr Shows Off Boba Fett Easter Egg
After buying the Battlefront Collection, I won't be giving Aspyr anymore of my money any time soon.
Re: Mario + Rabbids Director Davide Soliani Leaves Ubisoft After 25 Years
Really hope he joins Nintendo, maybe works on some Mario RPGs in house.
Re: No Man's Sky's 'Worlds Part I' Update Brings A New Level Of Detail To The Universe
Is this worth getting on Switch? I keep wondering whether to get it or wait and see if it gets a port on Switch 2.
Re: Random: Hideo Kojima Highlights The 21st Anniversary Of 'Boktai' On GBA
Would love a port of this. Dunno if it could be made to work by somehow looking at the weather reports for the area in that day.
Re: Feature: Legendary Starfy 101 - A Brief History Of TOSE's Adorable Platforming Star
Hopefully this is testing the waters for potential remasters or even a new game. Would love to see the original GBC version of the first game on NSO as well, if it was basically already finished - in a similar way to the release of Star Fox 2.
Re: Obscure '90s Mascot Platformer 'Aero The Acro-Bat' Makes Surprise Return
It's a shame it's not a collection of all the games, but still game preservation of lesser known titles like this is still great .
Re: Feature: Where Does 'Echoes Of Wisdom' Fit In The Zelda Timeline? Here Are 3 Theories
@gaga64 I think it fits perfectly there too
Re: Final Fantasy Creator Isn't Interested In Revisiting The Franchise
If Mistwalker itself won't do it, I'd love him to hire another team to do a port of The Last Story at least.
Re: Aspyr Is Bringing Another Classic Star Wars Game To Switch This August
I was completely down until I saw the word 'Aspyr'.
Re: Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection Update 3 Out Now On Switch, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
@Darthroseman For the price I definitely wouldn't recommend. I played again after the first update and it was still an awful port, so do with that what you will.
Re: Review: Endless Ocean: Luminous (Switch) - A Meditative Marine Milieu, But Incredibly Shallow
This review seems a little harsh to me. The game is meant to be about relaxing. The first game even let you input your own music, so I think this is definitely made to be a podcast, or youtube-in-background game where you can just vibe out.
Game seems like it's exactly what it says on the tin and I think maybe the reviewer expected something different without any disrespect to them.
I'm still looking forward to getting this at some point.
Re: Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection Update 2 Out Now On Switch, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
It's good they're trying to fix it but it's too late - all the servers are completely empty and will probably remain that way. Can't believe I trusted Aspyr after the Kotor 2 situation. Spent 30 quid, but at least I'll never buy from them again.
Re: Soapbox: Where The Heck Is Fallout 3 On Switch?
I'd prefer New Vegas on Switch but I'd take 3 too.
Re: Review: Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection (Switch) - Riddled With Issues, This Is
I bought these games hoping Aspyr had returned to form after their Tomb Raider remasters. But found myself very disappointed - the multiplayer is borked, the default control schemes were designed by an ape, and the 32gb install is a joke for such old games. Never buying from Aspyr again. Would have refunded immediately if I could.
Hopefully they offer some free games to offset this awful remaster like they did with Kotor II, although I doubt it.
Re: Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection's Next Update Comes To Switch "Late March"
@Yomerodes I see your arguments, Konami did amazing stuff with the PS2 hardware. But this collection only runs at 1080p 60fps on the PS5, compared to 720p 60fps on PS3. I think it's just a pretty lazy port in all honesty across all platforms. They could have got it to run better on Switch with a little effort, as they could have upscaled it to 4k on PS5. These games are from the PS2 era - they should run at 60 on anything, even if that meant a performance mode. Just my opinion though - respect yours. Hoping they do a next-gen update for Switch 2, although I don't think they will.
EDIT: Just looked it up and according to Eurogamer they only run at 720p on every console as well :/.
Re: Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection's Next Update Comes To Switch "Late March"
Not interested if it's still locked to 30. The old collection could do 60, and that was on PS3 - and Switch is more powerful than that console.
I know people will argue it's not but Witcher 3 wouldn't run on PS3.
Re: Review: New Star GP (Switch) - A Stylish, Moreish Homage To The Likes Of Virtua Racing
@Mr_Monochrome have you tried Fast Racing on Switch? That's a great F-Zero-like .
Re: Review: New Star GP (Switch) - A Stylish, Moreish Homage To The Likes Of Virtua Racing
Will have another look at this in a couple months, after a few patches have hopefully been released.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 2nd)
Gonna try and beat Earthbound Beginnings if I have time. I'm on my second time up Mt.Itoi and believe after that I have to go away and come back one more time. Really hope this game gets a remake at some point as it is so close to being one of the best rpgs of the era, but is slightly let down by a few small pacing and other problems that they could fix.
Still having fun despite all that and with a walkthrough, I'd definitely recommend it to any fans of classic rpgs.
Re: Pokémon Legends Z-A Announced, Coming To Switch In 2025
I'm super happy they have taken the feedback from S and V, and decided on a longer development time to make the game as polished as it can be. Also, the presumed idea of you building up the city the way you want sounds like an amazing gameplay loop.
All that being said, I do think Red and Blue on NSO would have been the perfect thing to tide us over and create hype for the Direct.
Re: Random: Donkey Kong: Tropical Freeze Could Have Been About Alien Invaders
This would be an awesome idea for the next DKC game.