@LastFootnote I can understand that being frustrating! I always make sure to put the game's name in the image text and I only try to do it when it's a stacked week like this week, but I've changed the tag here and I'll make sure to stick to the tag/caption and image matching going forward appreciate you letting me know!
@Andee I'd say generally, the Underworld route (below) is about the same difficulty until you reach the final boss. I had a bit more trouble with that encounter than I ever did with dad but once I got it down, I actually found the lower route easier.
In terms of the second route (upward), it's tougher across the board. Apart from maybe the first boss? You have a lot more options and boon combinations in Hades 2, though and Melinoe should be played much more defensively than Zagreus - less in-your-face, more taking advantage of her magic and ranged attacks.
Something that might help is that in Hades 2, attacks are projected much more clearly imo. You'll almost always see tells for them and they're a lot easier to learn and recognise. And I think the balance is a bit better; there are no huge difficulty spikes. When things are harder, it's more of a gradual curve up, but because of the second route, I'd say the sequel is tougher overall.
@BaldB3lper78 There's two - you should see both versions when you search on the Switch 2 eShop. They're the same price and the upgrade pack, if you do grab the Switch 1 version, is free.
@raymond23 Yep! If you buy the Switch 2 version, you can still download and play it on Switch 1. Obviously there's no 120fps option but I think we can all understand that
@JohnnyMind Even worse, I was referring to the other game - so it should read "Unlike Party, however, Voyagers is a co-op physics platformer where you and a buddy"
@FaroreAbhorsen I really like this idea! We don't have anyone in our network unfortunately, but I'm going to pass this on because, as you say, a large amount of coverage is coming from those who have limited wheelchair experience.
In terms of streamers and YouTubers, I can only think of the wider accessibility sphere. Laura Kate Dale has a list of recommended accessibility creators (https://access-ability.uk/2023/07/13/gaming-accessibility-creators-you-should-be-following/) and Can I Play That? Is another good resource (https://caniplaythat.com/)
One thing that I find a little frustrating about the game is that apparently, according Laura Nintendo reps (back at the London hands-on experience) were told not to refer to the vehicles as wheelchairs. I don't really understand that decision, especially because everyone has stuck to calling them wheelchairs.
@AussieMcBucket We're hoping to do impressions pieces on the free update games, and then add those summaries to the existing Switch 1 reviews obviously brand new stuff takes priority with the new console, but that's the current goal
@Debo626 I mean, there's no way vibration and haptics don't make the battery drain faster. It's probably much less noticeable on a Pro Controller because the battery life is so good. But on PS5 the battery drains so fast on the Dual Sense.
Thinking about it more after your comment, it's probably a combination of overthinking it, modern controllers having more features, growing up using a lot of controllers that didn't have vibrate, and just being advised to turn vibrate off if I want to save battery. Same with a phone, right?
Essentially, it's a habit and a holdover from growing up. We all have quirks, and I guess this is mine but it's something I'll be trying to break out of.
@wuntyme8 Thanks for reading! And I promise I'm fine, but the state of the world is... tenuous Here's hoping that 30th anniversary project has a nice surprise for us
@Otoemetry Honestly, it's really just a case of limited resources and time. In the case of Ultros, it really just came down to prioritisation. It's a multiplatform release that came to Switch late, and is already well-known elsewhere.
We sadly can't review everything, and Ultros is just one of those games we had to let slip by.
@JohnnyMind It seems to be working for me and others on staff, and there are a couple of votes in already. Refresh and if it's still not working for you, let me know
@Wilforce @Vyacheslav333 This is definitely something we'll keep in mind for next time - we decided to run with it even with the lack of Switch games because developers are probably holding off on making those announcements when the new console is coming. And leading with the Switch games is a good idea. So I appreciate the feedback. I still want to highlight these games and this presentation going forward, but there are things we could do to make it a little more friendly for you all
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Re: Drag x Drive Devs Tried Wheelchair Basketball In Prep For Game
@CaleBoi25 I appreciate the feedback! We've edited the piece and added a note at the bottom
Re: Random: "Splendid Game" - Shigeru Miyamoto Was A Fan Of Banjo-Tooie
@Maxz Yep, I (and many others) will take it We've popped the new tweet up top now.
Re: Nintendo Download: 13th November (North America)
@LastFootnote I can understand that being frustrating! I always make sure to put the game's name in the image text and I only try to do it when it's a stacked week like this week, but I've changed the tag here and I'll make sure to stick to the tag/caption and image matching going forward appreciate you letting me know!
Re: Review: Hades 2 - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - A Bewitching Sequel That's A Spell Off Perfect
@Andee I'd say generally, the Underworld route (below) is about the same difficulty until you reach the final boss. I had a bit more trouble with that encounter than I ever did with dad but once I got it down, I actually found the lower route easier.
In terms of the second route (upward), it's tougher across the board. Apart from maybe the first boss? You have a lot more options and boon combinations in Hades 2, though and Melinoe should be played much more defensively than Zagreus - less in-your-face, more taking advantage of her magic and ranged attacks.
Something that might help is that in Hades 2, attacks are projected much more clearly imo. You'll almost always see tells for them and they're a lot easier to learn and recognise. And I think the balance is a bit better; there are no huge difficulty spikes. When things are harder, it's more of a gradual curve up, but because of the second route, I'd say the sequel is tougher overall.
I hope that helps a little!
Re: Opinion: I Can't Believe I'm Finally Getting My Dream Pokémon Game In 2026
@LastFootnote Darn it, I knew who I meant! (thank you, fixed!)
Re: Hollow Knight: Silksong: Walkthrough & All Collectibles
@_747_ I am The verdict will be in next week
Re: First Impressions: Same But Different? - Our Initial Hours With Hollow Knight: Silksong
@BaldB3lper78 There's two - you should see both versions when you search on the Switch 2 eShop. They're the same price and the upgrade pack, if you do grab the Switch 1 version, is free.
@raymond23 Yep! If you buy the Switch 2 version, you can still download and play it on Switch 1. Obviously there's no 120fps option but I think we can all understand that
Re: 007 First Light Is More That Just Spies And Style, Launches March 2026 On Switch 2
@Bigmanfan That was the deluxe edition pricing! Thank you! Should be all updated now.
Re: Feature: Nintendo Life eShop Selects (August 2025)
@Max_the_German Done! We'll do that going forward
Re: Surprise! PS1 Cult Classic 'Fear Effect' Just Shadow-Dropped On Switch
@PKDuckman I can see it on the EU eShop at least (Spain, on the console itself), but nothing in AU/NZ. We're reaching out
Re: Nintendo Download: 21st August (North America)
@DwaynesGames Can you imagine...! (Thanks! Fixed)
Re: Two Of The Worst Mortal Kombat Games To Be Included In Legacy Kollection
@gb_nes_gamer That's for physical editions only, I believe - still worth mentioning in the article, though, so thanks for the reminder!
Re: Round Up: Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025 - Every Switch 1 & 2 Announcement & Trailer
@Lofoten Thanks! It should be there now
Re: Mario Kart World Announces 'Summer Vacation Skill Test' Event
@Suketoudara Ah, good spot! I'll add a line in thank you!
Re: Annapurna Is Bringing This Cute Co-op LEGO Game To Switch In September
@JohnnyMind Even worse, I was referring to the other game - so it should read "Unlike Party, however, Voyagers is a co-op physics platformer where you and a buddy"
Re: Pokémon TCG Pocket Updates Card Art Following Plagiarism Allegations
Wrong copy/paste! The correct link is there now
Re: Nintendo Switch Console & Accessory Prices Are Going Up In The US
@rjejr You're not mansplaining! I'm an idiot. Thank you for everyone pointing out the error. I've fixed the story and issued a correction
Re: Trails Beyond The Horizon Lifts Off With New Switch 1 & 2 Release Date
@KeAfan7 Originally we knew it was January 2026, today confirms the date specifically: 15th January
https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2025/06/trails-beyond-the-horizon-slips-to-early-2026-but-its-also-coming-to-switch-2
Re: Japanese Charts: Donkey Kong Bananza Sells A Bunch, But Can't Beat Mario Kart
@Maxz I sure did! 🤦
Re: Switch 2 Launch Helps Boost US Video Game Spending To Record June High
@parkerdeal Now an extra 5 million would change things drastically wouldn't it thanks!
Re: Switch 2 Launch Helps Boost US Video Game Spending To Record June High
@DennyCrane Good spot! Fixed!
Re: Pokémon Presents July 2025: Every Announcement, Full Livestream
@BaldB3lper78 Oof, thank you, I've corrected that!
Re: Feature: Nintendo Life eShop Selects (June 2025)
@JohnnyMind @Flapflop Fair point changed!
Re: Drag X Drive Switch 2 eShop Price Revealed
@FaroreAbhorsen I really like this idea! We don't have anyone in our network unfortunately, but I'm going to pass this on because, as you say, a large amount of coverage is coming from those who have limited wheelchair experience.
In terms of streamers and YouTubers, I can only think of the wider accessibility sphere. Laura Kate Dale has a list of recommended accessibility creators (https://access-ability.uk/2023/07/13/gaming-accessibility-creators-you-should-be-following/) and Can I Play That? Is another good resource (https://caniplaythat.com/)
One thing that I find a little frustrating about the game is that apparently, according Laura Nintendo reps (back at the London hands-on experience) were told not to refer to the vehicles as wheelchairs. I don't really understand that decision, especially because everyone has stuck to calling them wheelchairs.
https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:ed4465al7bf2r7a6p2lb5xr6/post/3lmpb7rrq7c2i?ref_src=embed
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Footage Shows 60fps Gameplay For Switch 2
@AussieMcBucket We're hoping to do impressions pieces on the free update games, and then add those summaries to the existing Switch 1 reviews obviously brand new stuff takes priority with the new console, but that's the current goal
Re: Oops, Yuji Horii May Not Have Leaked Massive Remake News After All
@Tayrailbridge Fixed!
Re: Viral Horror Co-op Game Is The Latest Victim Of Shameless eShop Scam
@Lofoten I've added some in! Apologies for the delay!
Re: Nintendo Download: 24th April (North America)
@JohnnyMind I've uploaded a new poll so hopefully that should fix the issues! Let me know if not
Re: Switch 2 GameCube NSO Controllers Up For Pre-Order On My Nintendo Store UK
@Bunkerneath @dazzleshell Well thanks to both of you I'll add your name too!
Re: Opinion: No One Is Talking About The Switch 2's Best Feature
@Debo626 I mean, there's no way vibration and haptics don't make the battery drain faster. It's probably much less noticeable on a Pro Controller because the battery life is so good. But on PS5 the battery drains so fast on the Dual Sense.
Thinking about it more after your comment, it's probably a combination of overthinking it, modern controllers having more features, growing up using a lot of controllers that didn't have vibrate, and just being advised to turn vibrate off if I want to save battery. Same with a phone, right?
Essentially, it's a habit and a holdover from growing up. We all have quirks, and I guess this is mine but it's something I'll be trying to break out of.
Re: Xenoblade Chronicles X: What's The Best Division?
You didn't want to fill in the blanks?
Thank you, good spot! Should all be fixed now
Re: UK Charts: WWE And Monster Hunter Hold Strong In Quiet Week For Nintendo
@Nua Guilty as charged! Fixed, thank you
Re: Feature: But The Future Can Change - Chrono Trigger And Learning To Love The World
@wuntyme8 Thanks for reading! And I promise I'm fine, but the state of the world is... tenuous Here's hoping that 30th anniversary project has a nice surprise for us
Re: Feature: Nintendo Life eShop Selects (February 2025)
@Otoemetry Honestly, it's really just a case of limited resources and time. In the case of Ultros, it really just came down to prioritisation. It's a multiplatform release that came to Switch late, and is already well-known elsewhere.
We sadly can't review everything, and Ultros is just one of those games we had to let slip by.
Re: Fantasy Life i Development Was Restructured In 2024 As Keiji Inafune Left Company
@Astropez An honest error on my part. I've edited and added a note at the top for the correction. Slap on the wrist for me!
Re: Nintendo Download: 20th February (North America)
@JohnnyMind @mjharper @Bunkerneath We're looking into it!
Re: Nintendo Download: 20th February (North America)
@JohnnyMind It seems to be working for me and others on staff, and there are a couple of votes in already. Refresh and if it's still not working for you, let me know
Re: Is Skies Of Arcadia Coming Back? New SEGA Trademark Gets Fans Excited
@Thomystic I have a brand
Re: Community: What Are Your Favourite Sidequests On Switch?
@Max_the_German Ahh yes, I was thinking of 'Return To Crookback Bog' as part of that whole questline, so I've clarified
Re: Video: We've Spotted Some Secrets In The Nintendo Switch 2 Reveal Trailer
@Lofoten Oooh, interesting. That's something we'll look into Thanks!
Re: New Mario Kart 9 Teased For Switch 2
@PikminMarioKirby It might not be, and I do say "presumably", but it's all subject to change at this point I'll put a little extra disclaimer
Re: Bandai Namco Promises To Release Tales Remasters "Fairly Consistently"
@KingMike Oh gosh, you're right - I completely forgot about the mobile version. Thank you, I'll add a correction
Re: Round Up: Day Of The Devs The Game Awards Edition 2024 - Every Announcement, Confirmed Switch Games
@NINTELDRITCH Hah, beautiful. I've fixed it, thanks!
@Wilforce @Vyacheslav333 This is definitely something we'll keep in mind for next time - we decided to run with it even with the lack of Switch games because developers are probably holding off on making those announcements when the new console is coming. And leading with the Switch games is a good idea. So I appreciate the feedback. I still want to highlight these games and this presentation going forward, but there are things we could do to make it a little more friendly for you all
Re: Looks Like Fire Emblem & Paper Mario Dev Intelligent Systems Is Hiring
@darkswabber @SlasherZ Habitual typing there! Thanks, I've changed it
Re: Nintendo Download: 14th November (North America)
@Tasuki There will No word on when but we'll be working on one
Re: Super Nintendo World's Donkey Kong Country Park Gets Opening Date
@Markiemania95 Fixed - appreciate the spot!
Re: Feature: The History Of SaGa, Square's Weirdest, Bravest RPG Series
@KingMike Probably for the best, honestly! Seems a shame to take that part of the series' identity away. Not that FFL 3 isn't good.
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For The Plucky Squire
@LastFootnote Yep, that's my bad. All fixed with a correction. I'm sure we'll have a definite answer as more people get their hands on the game
Re: Two New Mario Kart 8: Deluxe Switch Bundles Announced (North America)
@Lofoten I saw that. I guess I was erring on the side of caution or being hopeful! I'll change the wording, anyway.
Re: Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom's Master Works Has Some Suggestions On Kass' Whereabouts
@NINTELDRITCH Thanks - fixed it