We really need some release dates for Metroid and Hyrule Warriors and some more first party announcements. Fingers crossed for native Switch 2 versions of Resident Evil too.
@LazyDaisy Yeah, the Switch was helped by ports early on, but it helps when they're some of the best games ever. BotW and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe take it for me over Mario Kart World and DK Bananza but just by a hair.
People here are acting like the Switch 2 had a bad launch lol. The 3DS had no heavy hitters for 3 months until an Ocarina of Time remake, and the Wii U had Nintendo Land and NSMBU at launch and then a drought for 9 months until Pikmin 3. Yes, the Switch 2's launch is worse than the Switch 1's, but between Mario Kart, DK, Drag x Drive, and some third party games, it's been pretty good so far.
The internet is way too harsh on Drag x Drive. It's fun in short bursts. I really enjoy it for what it is. Yes, the art style is a bit drab, but I reckon Nintendo went with it to avoid offending people.
Definitely picking the game up. Makes me wonder if either Metroid Prime 4 or Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment will be the September game, but it seems unlikely.
Yeah, that seems fair. I was playing a lot better once I got used to the controls during the global jam, but, man, this game's presentation lacks the Nintendo charm.
I think that people are melting down over nothing. It was a solid showcase of third party games. Monster Hunter Stories, two Square Enix RPGs, new Katamari, Pac-man World 2 Re-Pac, and ports of Yakuza, Dragon Ball Sparking Zero, and Persona 3 Reload. Plus a new HW trailer. A respectable 7/10 showing.
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Re: Virtual Boy Is Being Added To Nintendo Switch Online
Absolutely wild lol. Excited to finally play Virtual Boy.
Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Finally Gets A Release Date, Open World Confirmed
It's finally happening! What a wait it's been, and I hope the journey will be worth it.
Re: Hyrule Warriors Age Of Imprisonment Smashes Through Switch 2's Defences This November
Earlier than I expected!
Re: Mario Tennis Fever Hits Switch 2 Next February
It looks like another solid Mario Tennis game.
Re: A Brand New Yoshi Adventure Is Heading To The Switch 2
The announcement didn't do much for me, but I'm happy for Yoshi fans.
Re: It's Official, The Mario Movie Sequel Is Based On Mario Galaxy
I'm excited, the Galaxy games were always some of the most cinematic so it makes sense to make a movie based off of them.
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 & 2 Bundle Confirmed For Switch, Launching October
I'm glad that we're finally getting Galaxy 2 on Switch!
Re: Nintendo Today! Updated To Version 2.0.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Move over Mario, it's the year of Kirby!
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Direct September Predictions - What Do You Hope To See?
I really hope we don't get a Super Mario Maker 2 Switch 2 Edition. At this point we need a 3.
Re: Nintendo Direct Announced For Friday, 12th September 2025
We really need some release dates for Metroid and Hyrule Warriors and some more first party announcements. Fingers crossed for native Switch 2 versions of Resident Evil too.
Re: Review: Bubsy In: The Purrfect Collection (Switch) - Limited Run Cleans Out The Kitty Litter
Bad games should be preserved too. Plus it will be fun to look back at if the new Bubsy turns out good.
Re: The Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games
Way too early to make this list. Come back when the system is a year old.
Re: Poll: Three Months In, How Would You Rate Switch 2's Library So Far?
@LazyDaisy Yeah, the Switch was helped by ports early on, but it helps when they're some of the best games ever. BotW and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe take it for me over Mario Kart World and DK Bananza but just by a hair.
Re: Poll: Three Months In, How Would You Rate Switch 2's Library So Far?
People here are acting like the Switch 2 had a bad launch lol. The 3DS had no heavy hitters for 3 months until an Ocarina of Time remake, and the Wii U had Nintendo Land and NSMBU at launch and then a drought for 9 months until Pikmin 3. Yes, the Switch 2's launch is worse than the Switch 1's, but between Mario Kart, DK, Drag x Drive, and some third party games, it's been pretty good so far.
Re: The Switch eShop And Steam Are Buckling Under The Weight Of Silksong
Biggest indie launch of all time no questions.
Re: Review: Star Wars Outlaws (Switch 2) - An Underrated Adventure, A Super-Solid Port
Glad to hear this is a solid port. I'll check it out eventually.
Re: Nintendo Music Adds Fire Emblem: Awakening Soundtrack In New Update
I would love to see Fire Emblem Awakening HD. Such a monumental game in the franchise.
Re: Talking Point: Would Drag x Drive Be Better With Miis Or Non-Mouse Control Options?
The internet is way too harsh on Drag x Drive. It's fun in short bursts. I really enjoy it for what it is. Yes, the art style is a bit drab, but I reckon Nintendo went with it to avoid offending people.
Re: Review: Kirby And The Forgotten Land - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World - Kirby's Best Shines Even Brighter
I'm excited to return to Kirby and the Forgotten Land. What a gem.
Re: Yooka-Replayee Appears To Be Getting A Proper Physical Release For Switch 2
Well, I'm a lot more interested in it now.
Re: Hollow Knight: Silksong Finally Has A Release Date
Feels like a mythic event in gaming has finally come to an end.
Re: Indiana Jones And The Great Circle Will Launch On Switch 2 In 2026
Huge announcement! I'm pumped for this.
Re: Hollow Knight: Silksong "Special Announcement" Is Coming This Thursday
Happening status: Happening!
Re: Nintendo Music "Special Release" Adding Tracks From Kirby Air Riders Today
Yay! Great surprise.
Re: Here's A Look At The Official Box Art For Kirby Air Riders On Switch 2
That is clean.
Re: Kirby Air Riders Zooms Onto Switch 2 This November
Definitely picking the game up. Makes me wonder if either Metroid Prime 4 or Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment will be the September game, but it seems unlikely.
Re: Kirby Air Riders' City Trial Mode Looks Just As Bonkers As We'd Hoped
Skyah looks great! Lots of location variety between the volcano, colosseum, and underground mall.
Re: Random: The Pokémon Company Is Putting This Pronunciation Debate To Bed
Nice to know that I was in the right all along!
Re: Kirby Air Riders Direct Revealed for Tomorrow, 19th August 2025
Here we go!!! I'm pumped.
Re: Anniversary: n-Space & Nintendo's M-Rated GameCube Gem Is 20 Years Old
Geist is a fun little game. I would love to see it on NSO or even remade.
Re: Review: Drag x Drive (Switch 2) - A Real Baller With Friends, But Is There Enough To Do?
Yeah, that seems fair. I was playing a lot better once I got used to the controls during the global jam, but, man, this game's presentation lacks the Nintendo charm.
Re: Anniversary: Paper Mario First Unfolded On N64 25 Years Ago
Happy Birthday to one of the finest RPGs ever made!
Re: PSA: Shoot Some Hoops With Drag x Drive's Dev Team This Weekend
Drag x Drive didn't click with me at first, but I got better and scored quite a bit. My defense still needs work, though.
Re: PSA: Shoot Some Hoops With Drag x Drive's Dev Team This Weekend
The controls definitely take some getting used to.
Re: UFO 50 Gets A Surprise Shadow Drop On Switch Today
Talk about an amazing shadow drop!
Re: Pilotwings SNES, N64 And 3DS Albums Soar Onto 'Nintendo Music' In New Update
I know the Pilotwings franchise is a glorified tech demo, but it's a damn shame we never got one in HD.
Re: Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Blasts Onto Switch And Switch 2 This November
Very happy about this coming to Switch 2, not happy about it being a Game Key Card.
Re: Switch Is Now Within Touching Distance Of The DS' Lifetime Sales
Switch should outsell the DS this quarter.
Re: Switch 2 Has Sold "More Than 6 Million" Units, And Almost As Many Copies Of Mario Kart World
Insane launch month. Talk about a record breaker.
Re: Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection Gets Proper Physical Release On Switch 2
And that's how it's done. Kudos for a proper Switch 2 physical.
Re: Octopath 0 Is A Game-Key Card On Switch 2, And Square Enix Has "No Plans" For A Switch 1 Upgrade Option
Game key cards are the most disappointing thing about the Switch 2.
Re: Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase July 2025: Every Announcement, Game Reveal, Trailer
I think that people are melting down over nothing. It was a solid showcase of third party games. Monster Hunter Stories, two Square Enix RPGs, new Katamari, Pac-man World 2 Re-Pac, and ports of Yakuza, Dragon Ball Sparking Zero, and Persona 3 Reload. Plus a new HW trailer. A respectable 7/10 showing.
Re: Pac-Man World 2 Is Getting The Re-Pac Treatment
Super pumped for more Pac-man World.
Re: Square Enix Is Bringing A Brand New HD-2D RPG To Switch 2 Next Year
Switching between Elliot and Faie has me intrigued. An eventual purchase.
Re: Octopath Traveler 0 Will Bring More Adventures To Switch 1 & 2 This Year
The Octopath Travler games are as reliably solid RPGs as you can get.
Re: Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment Teases New Construct In Fresh Trailer
Still no release date is surprising. I expect a September Nintendo Direct with a lot of release dates for this, Kirby Air Riders, and Metroid Prime 4.
Re: Persona 3 Reload Is Making The Jump To Switch 2 This October
Huge reveal. Having so many Persona games on Nintendo systems lately is awesome.
Re: A Brand New Katamari Game Is Coming To Switch
One of the biggest announcements of the Direct for me. I'm pumped for more Katamari.
Re: Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Announced For Tomorrow, 31st July 2025
Alright, I'm down to see what third party games are coming to Switch 2.
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's SNES Library With A Mouse Game
Wow, talk about a bomb drop.