AlwaysGreener

Is there some kind of recent curse that was bestowed upon the Mario series whenever it involves itself in an RPG? It's been one apathetic game after the next for over 5 years, there's gotta be reason for something like this.

With the recent rumor of Mario & Luigi Superstar Saga DX remake swarming around gives me some hope in quickstarting the classic RPG roots, however the idea of Rabbids being in a Super Mario RPG is still a bit unnerving seeing how their popularity and appeal is little to none at this point.

I wouldn't doubt it, the 3DS line of systems have done very well these past few years. Steady support for it until the bitter end would be a no brainer, even if the Switch is a Console/Handheld hybrid.

@Oat That was pretty surprising to me that Nintendo never really supplied the normal New Nintendo 3DS in North America, especially since the detachable face plates could've been very profitable in an age where everyone likes to express their own individuality with their devices.

LOL! That came out of left field. Of course just when I upgrade to a New Nintendo 3DS XL, Nintendo would release a cheaper alternative. Well at least one I got looks cooler.

@Frosty_09 I would love to see something like Soma Bringer or XenoSaga series being brought to the Switch.

I hope Nintendo does something special for the ravenous pink ball over here in the west. Like another anniversary collection, an art & concept book, some more Amiibo announcements, the whole shebang. Something like that would be a true treat, if you ask me.

I believe there's a balance between 1st party exclusives and 3rd party games. I doubt many Nintendo fans would buy a AAA game such as Mass Effect, Call of Duty, or dare I say Skyrim, however I do see the possibility of 3rd party exclusives much like Monster Hunter, Professor Layton, Etc being much more profitable on an Nintendo console.

@Jeronan @faint Monster Hunter 3 on the Wii U sold decently, however it was released at a time where monster hunter isn't as popular in the west as it is now.

@Capt_N I think it depends on the demand for such games too. Seeing how there are other fellow commenters hoping for games such as the original Starfox and Super Mario World 2 to be brought to the rumored system, it gives some hope to the fact that Nintendo would consider such a legal decision.

It is possible for Nintendo to obtain the rights to the Super FX chip from the now defunct Argonaut Games, however it would be difficult since the property is now in a weird legal limbo of not having a proper owner.

@yuwarite I except your stance on the feature, honestly I do, but people have the right to state their opinion whether you consider it selfish or not. Having a cautious mind is better then having a naive one. Whether you consider it my only consternation weak or not, it's my opinion take with a grain salt if you really have to. Though as I said before it's not a bad feature, I still have the right to speak out my concerns, if someone can't except someone else's opinion then they're just as selfish. It's ironic how we're complaining about people complaining, but I feel this conversation has run it's course. I hope you do not feel ill-will towards me because of this argument for I do not have anything against you. Thank you for keeping this argument civil and have a good day.

@yuwarite It could be training wheels, however there is a possibility of people who'll just use it forever. I mean you were the guy who called everyone under 25 the whining generation. The reason i'm bothered by this is that there might be a possibility of such a thing, however the only one who's upset here is you my friend, since I just stated my opinion and my opinion only.

@Yasume It seems you can finally understand sarcasm. I'm so proud of you.

Here we go again...

@yuwarite Well I apologise if I struck a nerve with you. Everyone has an opinion whether you people consider it selfish or not. Though I commend Nintendo's attribute for having this feature, so that everyone can play, but you fail to understand that some players will just use this feature and never try to better themselves in terms at getting better at the game.

@yuwarite Maybe people should try getting good at a game, instead of the game holding their hand the entire time while playing it. The point in losing is not to make you feel bad about yourself, but to motivate you to do better.

I would've preferred a clam shell design opposed to the Vita-esque design this mock up was going for, however the Joycon analogue sticks would be a challenge to make something like that work.

@Syrek24 Were you trying to be ironic with your #166 comment? Because everything you just said is conflicting in what you believe is making you sick in these comment sections. Are you just ignorant to how you really act towards others or are you just a predisposed hypocrite? Either way I pity you.

There's always something about Japanese Manga to me that makes it stand out. Cultural differences are major factor to that, for example something like this is a type of comedic low brow randomness that appeals to young children. Much like fart jokes, slapstick, etc. What's interesting is that low brow comedic gags found in shows like Ren & Stimpy, Looney Tunes, and The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy are starting to disappear in western media in exchange for more intellectual jokes instead. You could say that there are shows now that do the same low brow comedic routine, however they are done poorly and leave little to be desired in terms of comedic value.

@BiasedSonyFan It's just sometimes you take some comments too seriously. I'm guilty of the same thing. I hope you don't take my comment as an insult, since it's just friendly observation.

@Priceless_Spork @PanurgeJr @PlywoodStick @BiasedSonyFan

It's always a treat to see one of you comment, whether it's PanurgeJR's undying hatred to Slig, BiasedSonyFan taking a comment way too seriously, Priceless Spork's sarcasm, or PlywoodStick's jokes. All four make a perfect storm in one comment section.

@Crono1973

"...the thing I find the most humorous are the people who say they never bought a Wii U and then beg for Wii U ports. If there were enough interest in Wii U games to justify buying a Switch and then begging for ports then there was enough interest to justify buying a Wii U."

Eh, you're just going to have to take it with a grain of salt. The Wii U had its perks, but for many consumers it's concept was less to be desired compared to the Switch's. And seeing is how the Switch is getting some ports of Wii U games, there's a large possibility of some of the Wii U's brightest gems being ported over to much wider and more interested audience.

@Turbo857 I guess you're right. I hope problems something like this will be avoided if the Snes Classic Edition ever rolls around.

@Turbo857 But paying $60 for 30 games was just a better deal, then just paying $5 for each game. I'm sorry if I snapped at you, I've been looking for this thing for months, but to no avail. The fact that it's just now been discontinued both struck a nerve of frustration, while also being disheartening for many like me who've looking for it all this time.

@BiasedSonyFan Yeah, but they still had the potential to make money with NES classic. The Wii U being dead as a door nail, the 3DS slowly moving out of the spotlight, and the Switch being the juggernaut of sales that it is, there is no possible way that the NES classic can hurt it sales. Hell, it could bring more potential customers to Nintendo, with the whole retro craze going on these days. Any sale is a good sale and it's still desired by many who would give their hard earn cash to buy it, but why go against it? The Switch has solid footing with no real competition in it's wake that could move it, since it's on a league of it's own, console wise that is. Why would Nintendo just give up on potential gold mine?

@Turbo857 I doubt we'll get anything special from the Switch's Virtual Console, if it does get released that is. It'll probably be as sub-par as the Wii U's VC with it's drawn out colors and poor control configurations. The fact that you believe that this would cannibalize the Switch's virtual console is complete hogwash. It's bad enough Nintendo screwed up with this, but it's even worse when fanboys damage control the situation and act as if it was good thing.

It's bad enough I couldn't find the damn thing and now they're discontinuing it. Are they just that uninformed on their products or really just that stupid?

Torches and Pitchforks anyone?

@Yasume Sarcasm isn't really your strong suit is it? Even if it's in a jokingly manner, like what @PlywoodStick said.

@Haru17 It's unfortunate what happened to Paper Mario. Turning from a charming series to a bland tedious mess.

@Yasume Though it's true that the Switch needs it's own good exclusives to be successful, but bringing some Wii U ports over to the Switch would be beneficial since there is good chance of people who own or will own a Switch probably don't even have a Wii U. Bringing the Wii U's best titles over will not only allow a larger audience to enjoy them, but it would also lessen the Switch's gaming drought.

XCX, TMS #FE, and Pokken Tournament would be great ports to the Switch.

It would be awesome if SquareEnix cracked open it's Super Famicom library of games that have yet to be brought to western shores.

@leo13 "Path of Radiance", but yeah it's a really good game. And it would definitely benefit being on virtual console, especially seeing the ludicrous prices it's now going for.

Xenoblade and ARMS are looking good.

@Action51 It would be a better investment just to get the Switch, the Wii U had some good games, but it's not worth buying at this time especially since there's a large probability of the Switch getting some Wii U games in near future, with the likes of Mario Kart 8 deluxe, BOTW, and Lego City strengthening the possibility. My hopes are that a port of XCX and TMS#FE gets confirmed to come on the Switch.

Virtual console and a new Direct would be nice.

@NintySnesMan I know it's a Sega rom, but the reason I brought Nintendo into this is because Kalmaro states that roms in general shouldn't be allowed just because Nintendo doesn't allow them. NintendoLife has the right to show off fan made roms, even if someone see's it as morally wrong.

@Kalmaro Chill out it's just a rom. So what NintendoLife is advertising it, it's their site not yours. As if it's really hurting Nintendo's sales in the process. People have been using Nintendo roms for years and Nintendo hasn't gone bankrupt yet, because of it.

@bimmy-lee I'm glad that we kept this conversation civil.

@Amsterdamsters He does apparently, but then you guys dog him for being positive, instead of being negative.

@PlywoodStick After quick search through some comments I found the one you're talking about. And yeah, subpopz was gossiping and hounding the guy. At least I got here both sides of the story, thank you for that.

@bimmy-lee I see now what you're trying say. Consumers shouldn't over-anticipate a certain product then blame the company for it, whatever expectation they have is on them, if they don't like it. Although consumers can be informed and entitled, if they feel that a company isn't giving them what they want, then they're allowed to spend their money elsewhere.

@3MonthBeef Yeah, I do that to sometimes when i'm texting something really fast. I see what you're saying and thank you for giving more background on the situation.

@3MonthBeef I don't examine every little detail in the comment, but I do read the articles, since I actually trust this site (most of the time) with it's news, mainly to see what's new with the Big N. I don't want sound like i'm offended or anything, but what do you mean by "...we've gotten to get a fair handle of you spouts some out there comments." I was just making an observation with his rhetoric. And who almost banned who?

@bimmy-lee I guess just saying "well that's, capitalism" would be a broad term. But nevertheless everyone is entitled to have expectations of said product. If said company/corporation can't deliver on said product or give a good reason to buy said product, then the consumers has the right to move on the next said company that will. If the consumer doesn't like said product they have the right to give his/her dissatisfaction with said product. And if entitled consumers are spreading misinformation or giving negative opinions of said product. It's up to the company or corporation to debunk misinformation and appease those who are having an issue with said product to insure that sales are good. That's what PR is for.

@3MonthBeef Lol, I've been going to this site for about two years, it's just now that I've made an account. I know that something like that is regular thing on this site, but I guess I can't stand hyperbole when it isn't really needed.

@PanurgeJr I understand that Sligeach is annoying and probably would do as what @Action51 had stated in his opinion, but I just found your #112 comment was a bit overkill when explaining how much evidence he really had. I'm not trying to be "That Guy", but he does have the right to speak his mind whether it's fact or opinion, even if it's critically negative.

@PanurgeJr To be honest the evidence that @Action51 states in his opinion isn't really that significant. He just said that there are Switch "naysayers" who flip the Switch, when something like power and sales come to mind. Not saying something like that doesn't happen, but I found your comment on "significant volume of evidence" was a bit over exaggerated in my opinion. The only thing he stated is that their are people aren't giving the Switch a fair shot, when the only thing he had stated was just his opinion and hypothesis with no concrete evidence to back up the claim.

@bimmy-lee Well that's capitalism my friend. If one company in the industry can't provide to a consumers personal wants and whims, then they'll move to the next company that'll provide those want and whims. Whether their entitled or not, it's just how things are.

Been looking for a NES Classic for months now, it shouldn't be that hard to have it fully restocked, since most of the hype has died down quite a bit.