While I have no doubt that the remake will provide quality of life enhancements, and will likely feel the best to play, I do feel like a lot has been lost in the visuals department. The remake art style feels inferior to the originals, and the colours in the game are a lot less bright and saturated. I do hope the game sells well though, we can do with a new original Advance Wars title.
@IpwnedU123 You should probably try buying it. One of the reasons it likely took 19 years to release a new 2d metroid game (i.e. not a remake) is because the franchise was deemed to niche and didn't make enough sales. Not buying the game now may mean you'll have to wait a way longer time to play the next game.
I would love that, although it would have a hard time standing up to Retro's outing. I do wish the rumour wasn't spoiled in the title, because if it is true some people might prefer to be surprised during its announcement.
@LEGEND_MARIOID I didn't even know Bananaman had a tv series. I thought he was just a character who had a strip in the Beano comic (which I enjoyed a lot as a kid).
I remember playing the Next Chapter in 2009 and loving it. The game had me emotionally invested, especially the ending. I don't know if it would hold up if I played it now that I'm older. Still looks better than this though. Could've used a lot more work.
@Zeldafan79 Suckering is a strong word. Sure Sonic had a cooler aesthetic, but the games were quality, so consumers weren't really "suckered" into playing the games. I also only played the 2d sonic games in the past 3 years, so I'm saying this with no nostalgia when I say sonic mania is legitimately one of the best platformers I've played.
@Noid It could continue off of the altered ending where they had Mikey fall off a tree and go into a coma. However I would definitely prefer the original ending. The game probably sucks now, but it I was very emotionally attached to it when I was a kid.
@Ogbert Ooh nice. I mean obviously I haven't played the game so I'm missing some context but I'm wondering how much being nicey nicey would be a detriment. Reminds me of Kirby's epic yarn which just the other day got a solid recommendation in an article by Gavin. Perhaps the different tastes of the reviewer is something to consider.
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Re: Talking Point: Our Favourites From E3 2021
Definitely Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake. After that would be Eiyuden Chronicle.
Re: The Procession To Calvary Is A Pythonesque Comedy Renaissance Game Coming To Switch
@nessisonett If it ain't broke don't fix it?
Re: The Procession To Calvary Is A Pythonesque Comedy Renaissance Game Coming To Switch
I heard this game is great, and really funny. Also nooo @nessisonett why you change your icon ;_;
Re: Video: Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp Switch Vs. GBA Comparison
While I have no doubt that the remake will provide quality of life enhancements, and will likely feel the best to play, I do feel like a lot has been lost in the visuals department. The remake art style feels inferior to the originals, and the colours in the game are a lot less bright and saturated. I do hope the game sells well though, we can do with a new original Advance Wars title.
Re: It Appears This Mario Party Superstars Minigame Has Been Adapted For Accessibility
That's a nice touch. Hope this becomes the standard for Nintendo going forward.
Re: Pokémon Unite Launches Next Month On Switch, But Mobile Players Will Need To Wait
@moodycat I believe it's more of stagnation rather than decline, but I see your point.
Re: Yes, The Samus Returns Team Helped Nintendo Develop Metroid Dread
@IpwnedU123 You should probably try buying it. One of the reasons it likely took 19 years to release a new 2d metroid game (i.e. not a remake) is because the franchise was deemed to niche and didn't make enough sales. Not buying the game now may mean you'll have to wait a way longer time to play the next game.
Re: Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp Reimagines The Classics On Switch
Is it just me or does the art style look like a massive downgrade from the original?
Re: Mini Review: Alba: A Wildlife Adventure - A Relaxing, Off-Rails Pokémon Snap-Alike
Definitely one of the more interesting indie games I've seen all year.
Re: Nintendo Asks That You Don't Co-Stream The E3 2021 Nintendo Direct, Thanks Very Much
This sounds unreasonable enough.
Re: Talking Point: New Super Mario Bros. Is 15 Years Old, And It's Still Fantastic
@Deppasois It warms my heart whenever I find out that other people have heard of Custom Robo Arena
Re: Rumour: The Next Donkey Kong Is Being Developed By The Super Mario Odyssey Team
I would love that, although it would have a hard time standing up to Retro's outing. I do wish the rumour wasn't spoiled in the title, because if it is true some people might prefer to be surprised during its announcement.
Re: Apparently The Fortnite Banana Man Is Important In The Epic V Apple Trial
@LEGEND_MARIOID I didn't even know Bananaman had a tv series. I thought he was just a character who had a strip in the Beano comic (which I enjoyed a lot as a kid).
Re: What SteamWorld Game Deserves A Sequel? Image & Form Would Like To Know
@Sourcecode @Sabrewing They are doing a new game (The Gunk) exclusively for Xbox and PC.
Re: Construction On Super Nintendo World Hollywood Is Coming Along Nicely
@gamer777 Too bad he's dead now
Re: Video: Here's A Sneak Peek Trailer For The Lord Of The Rings: Gollum
@SwitchVogel You've now made me dedire a big budget jar jar binks game. Thank you
Re: Super Mario Maker 2's Final Ninji Speedrun Course Could Spell The End For New Content
@PBandSmelly And among us
Re: Random: Nintendo Ironically Celebrates All Mario Switch Games With Fans, Weeks Before Wiping Some From Existence
Still haven't bought nintendo switch online, so Mario 35 will be leaving the store with me never having experienced it.
Re: Eight-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Ever Pro Fortnite Player
@Anguspuss I mean if the kid's going to be earning a lot of money, her "moronic" decisions have actually worked out in the long run.
Re: Poll: Do You Like The Chibi Art Style In Pokémon Brilliant Diamond And Shining Pearl?
@Dragwhite Same. It's funny that a 3ds game has better visuals and art direction to a home console release.
Re: Post Malone To Star In Pokémon 25th Anniversary Virtual Concert
@fadedcolors Probably a lot of the general public.
Re: Ubisoft To Show More Love To Free-To-Play Titles Moving Forward
Yves Guillemot looks so happy in that photo. Can anyone really say no to that face?
Re: Sonic Movie Voice Actor Says Sequel Script Is "Awesome", Hasn't Been Asked To Voice Any Games
@Carck I mean if he's on ducktales he can probably be in a video game.
Re: Random: No, Nintendo Did Not Sue A 9-Year-Old Child For Creating A Cardboard Game Boy
I'm more surprised that it didn't happen.
Re: Nintendo Switch Has Overtaken 3DS Lifetime Sales In Just Four Years
Obligatory fix Joycon comment.
Re: New Pokémon Snap Pricing, File Size And Other Key Details Revealed
Wish more games supported Arabic. There's a reason it's one of the five major languages.
Re: Random: Welp, The Internet Thinks Bowser Is Hot Again
I mean with that flaming hair and fire breath, he is literally hot.
Re: Nintendo Winter Wonderlands - Can You Name All These Festive Levels?
5/12. I really need to play more games.
Re: Random: Man Accidentally Names Nephew After A Pokémon
@ancientlii Honestly not a bad idea
Re: Shigeru Miyamoto Gives Super Mario Fans A Sneak Peek Of Super Nintendo World
Miyamoto's hair looking a lot neater than usual.
Re: Random: Man Accidentally Names Nephew After A Pokémon
I'm just here wondering why the family were so insistent on having the name start with a Z.
Re: Inkypen Launches New Wave Of Steampunk Comics On Nintendo Switch
Those Mickey Mouse JoJo poses though
Re: Nintendo Releases 'Swapnote Remastered' Update, Despite Killing The App Seven Years Ago
Perhaps it's because some people could use the spotpass app to homebrew their devices. Maybe nintendo wanted to eliminate that.
Re: Spelunky 1 And 2 Are Both Coming To Nintendo Switch
Which is better to begin with?
Re: Review: Drawn To Life: Two Realms - A Strange Sequel Which Totally Misses The Point
I remember playing the Next Chapter in 2009 and loving it. The game had me emotionally invested, especially the ending. I don't know if it would hold up if I played it now that I'm older. Still looks better than this though. Could've used a lot more work.
Re: Monster Hunter Movie Director And Star Apologise To Chinese Viewers For Racist Joke
In order to avoid offending future audiences, film directors should research the historical significance of each and every line in their movies.
Re: Hyper Light Drifter Gets A Fancy Collector's Edition On Switch, Pre-Orders Now Open
I mean I love getting games physically, but for Indies I find it so much more expensive that I'm usually put off.
Re: Nintendo Consoles Are Aimed At "Kids And Teens" Says Sega's Toshihiro Nagoshi
Judging from the responses in the comments I'd say he was completely right.
Re: Nintendo Reveals The Top 15 Most-Downloaded Switch Games In November 2020 (Europe)
@Heavyarms55 It's more like putting different colours of a fastback as different cars.
Re: Random: Super-Clever AR Hacks Make Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit Really Shine
@ToadBrigade This is a horrible crime and that NL sucks for supporting it.
Re: Nintendo Reveals Even More LEGO Super Mario Sets And Character Packs For 2021
I wonder if the lego sets are only going to be on sale until March 2021 too.
Re: It Seems The Debug Cubes In The 3D All-Stars Version Of Mario Sunshine Are No Longer Visible
Re: Sega Yakuza Producer Would Make A "Completely Different" Sonic Game, If Given The Opportunity
@Zeldafan79 Suckering is a strong word. Sure Sonic had a cooler aesthetic, but the games were quality, so consumers weren't really "suckered" into playing the games. I also only played the 2d sonic games in the past 3 years, so I'm saying this with no nostalgia when I say sonic mania is legitimately one of the best platformers I've played.
Re: The First Review For Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Calamity Is Now In
It seems like Famitsu gives almost every Japanese game they play 36/40.
Re: Random: Ball Guy Is Getting His Very Own Pokémon Trading Card
For a moment I thought ball guy was a Pokemon YouTuber or something.
Re: My Time At Portia Sequel Reaches 100K Kickstarter Goal In Less Than 24 Hours
I'm confused as to why it takes 25,000 dollars to put a Kickstarter t-shirt in game.
Re: A New Drawn To Life Game Has Been Rated For The Nintendo Switch
@Noid It could continue off of the altered ending where they had Mikey fall off a tree and go into a coma. However I would definitely prefer the original ending. The game probably sucks now, but it I was very emotionally attached to it when I was a kid.
Re: THO Simulator Is Your Chance To "Examine Damage" And, Erm, "Ensure Safe Roads" On Switch
I swear I also read THQ simulator
Re: Random: It Turns Out Some Cats Love Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit
Question: Does the Mario Kart: Live Home Circuit starter kit come with a cat? This is the only thing that will justify the purchase for me.
Re: Review: I Am Dead - A Quirky Adventure That's Pleasantly Rewarding, Despite Its Faults
@Ogbert Ooh nice. I mean obviously I haven't played the game so I'm missing some context but I'm wondering how much being nicey nicey would be a detriment. Reminds me of Kirby's epic yarn which just the other day got a solid recommendation in an article by Gavin. Perhaps the different tastes of the reviewer is something to consider.