I, honestly, would love more of a story in Zelda. I think that's part of why I still find myself thinking about Twilight Princess. I loved that story so much.
The European version is ghastly. Oh my gosh, that is the shining example of a design created by a committee, and I feel bad for the designer who was forced to make it.
I think we're finally reaching the breaking point where the price of gaming is outweighing the desire for people to game. People will just find other ways if these price increases continue. Sony isn't competing with Nintendo for gamers' attention. They're competing with cheaper forms of entertainment, like TikTok and mobile gaming.
This is an absolute GAME CHANGER. Oh my gosh, I just tested out a handful of games, and they all look glorious in handheld mode. GRIS, The Plucky Squire, Citizen Sleeper, Dredge, Advance Wars. They are all crystal clear in 1080p. It's astounding.
So many people in these comments are taking a giant dump on the chat feature, but, honestly, my buddies and I use it, and it's genuinely great. Sure, it isn't perfect, but it's just so easy and intuitive to use.
@UpsideDownRowlet I know we'll get destroyed in the comments for this, but I couldn't agree more. I played Mario Odyssey and A Hat in Time back-to-back, and even though Odyssey was much more polished, I had more fun playing A Hat in Time.
I put my nostalgia aside and voted Gen VII. Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon have such dynamic backgrounds and eye-catching Pokémon. They're beautifully designed... But I was this close 🤏 to voting Gen I.
I thinking about picking up Fire Red, but I might have ruined the experience for myself a few years ago. I played Fire Red with an emulator at 6x speed, and I beat the entire game in 8 hours. I doubt that this version would allow that. 🤷
As good as this looks (7-8/10), I cannot justify spending $70 on a Mario sports game. It's way too much. How is this worth as much as DK Bananza? Mario sports games shouldn't cost more than $50, especially with the lack of single-player content. This feels like a swing and a miss (all puns intended).
When I was a kid, I had both the Kabuto and Kabutops cards and a little Kabuto toy, and thought they were the coolest Pokémon. Then I found out horseshoe crabs were real, and it blew my little mind.
Oh my goodness, PLEASE. I held off on picking this one up over the holidays because people said how low the resolution was for the game on Switch 2. Fingers crossed! 🤞
Most people here in the U.S. are barely living paycheck to paycheck. With tariffs, economy, job losses, and our ever-weakening dollar, I'm not surprised by this in the slightest.
I'm kind of shocked just how often I pick up my Steam Deck since I got the Switch 2. The Switch 2 is incredible, but the support has been lacking at best. Most of my Switch 1 games look terrible on the Switch 2. It's a real shame, honestly. I expected a lot more from the backwards compatibility. :/
My games all work, but the resolution and frame rate caps on most of my games leads me to pick up my Steam Deck more often than I thought I would after getting a Switch 2.
I don't know if anyone else is in the same camp as me, but I'm just so done spending money on this stuff. Every company is coming out with controllers and accessories for Switch 2, and I'm still burned out on how much I spent on the console and a single Pro Controller. Like, I'm good. I'm sure these are nice, but I think I'm going to forego spending money on hardware for as long as possible.
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Re: Talking Point: Do You Play Zelda Games For The Story?
I, honestly, would love more of a story in Zelda. I think that's part of why I still find myself thinking about Twilight Princess. I loved that story so much.
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl: Professor Layton And Pandora's Box
The European version is ghastly. Oh my gosh, that is the shining example of a design created by a committee, and I feel bad for the designer who was forced to make it.
Re: Talking Point: What Would You Want From A New Star Fox Game?
Oh my gosh, PLEASE no open world. I am so tired of open worlds. For the love, just give me an on-rails shooter that's dripping with campiness.
Re: Japanese Charts: Combined PS5 Sales Can't Even Beat Switch Lite
I think we're finally reaching the breaking point where the price of gaming is outweighing the desire for people to game. People will just find other ways if these price increases continue. Sony isn't competing with Nintendo for gamers' attention. They're competing with cheaper forms of entertainment, like TikTok and mobile gaming.
Re: Mouse: P.I. For Hire Switch 2 Performance And Resolution Revealed
I gotta be honest, I'm kind of surprised by these specs. They're kind of low for such a stylized, cartoonish game.
Re: Fox McCloud Blasts Into The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
In the words of Star Wolf, WHAT THE HECK!?
Re: Nintendo Misses Out On Top 10 In Metacritic's 16th Annual Game Publisher Rankings
I think whiffing twice with Welcome Tour, Drag x Drive, and only releasing one game in the 90/100 range will definitely do that.
Re: PSA: Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup In Bellabel Park Demo Now Available At Switch 2 Kiosks (North America)
Or, even better, how about just using Boost Mode for free.99?
Re: Switch 2's GameCube App Has Been Updated (Version 1.6.0)
Do we know if Nintendo has addressed the biggest problem with the Gamecube App, the awful input lag? The input lag is so bad I gave up on using it.
Re: Super Mario Bros. Wonder Has Been Updated To Version 1.1.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Thank you, Boost Mode, for making this DLC totally unnecessary for me. 😌
Re: Community: Which Switch 1 Games Benefit Most From Switch 2's New Boost Mode?
I was testing out my games last night. GRIS, Danganronpa, Citizen Sleeper, Advance Wars, The Plucky Squire, and Dredge all look GORGEOUS.
Re: PSA: Switch 2 Update Adds Handheld Mode Boost, Here's How To Use It
This is an absolute GAME CHANGER. Oh my gosh, I just tested out a handful of games, and they all look glorious in handheld mode. GRIS, The Plucky Squire, Citizen Sleeper, Dredge, Advance Wars. They are all crystal clear in 1080p. It's astounding.
Re: Nintendo Shows Off Icon Design Proposals For Switch 2's 'C' Button
So many people in these comments are taking a giant dump on the chat feature, but, honestly, my buddies and I use it, and it's genuinely great. Sure, it isn't perfect, but it's just so easy and intuitive to use.
Re: Best Super Mario Games Of All Time
@UpsideDownRowlet I know we'll get destroyed in the comments for this, but I couldn't agree more. I played Mario Odyssey and A Hat in Time back-to-back, and even though Odyssey was much more polished, I had more fun playing A Hat in Time.
Re: Best Super Mario Games Of All Time
The nostalgia is strong with this list.
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl: Pokémon 30th Anniversary Edition
I put my nostalgia aside and voted Gen VII. Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon have such dynamic backgrounds and eye-catching Pokémon. They're beautifully designed... But I was this close 🤏 to voting Gen I.
Re: Gallery: Here's A Look At Pokémon FireRed And LeafGreen On Switch
I thinking about picking up Fire Red, but I might have ruined the experience for myself a few years ago. I played Fire Red with an emulator at 6x speed, and I beat the entire game in 8 hours. I doubt that this version would allow that. 🤷
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Mario Tennis Fever?
@brandonbwii I mean, for sure. EA sports games shouldn't cost more than $10 a year because it's basically a paid annual update. 😂
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Mario Tennis Fever?
As good as this looks (7-8/10), I cannot justify spending $70 on a Mario sports game. It's way too much. How is this worth as much as DK Bananza? Mario sports games shouldn't cost more than $50, especially with the lack of single-player content. This feels like a swing and a miss (all puns intended).
Re: Poll: What's Your Favourite Gen 1 Pokémon?
When I was a kid, I had both the Kabuto and Kabutops cards and a little Kabuto toy, and thought they were the coolest Pokémon. Then I found out horseshoe crabs were real, and it blew my little mind.
Re: Jurassic Park: Classic Games Collection To Be Delisted Just Two Years After Release
So, I guess it's time to sail the open seas.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Mario Tennis Fever For Switch 2?
I don't think Mario sports games should be $70. They should really only be $40–$60.
Re: Video: Pragmata Demo Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch 2, Xbox Series S, PS5)
It absolutely blows my mind that a tablet is standing toe-to-toe with modern consoles. Way to go, little Switch 2!
Re: Poll: Will You Be Getting The New Joy-Con 2 Set?
I can't justify spending $100 on two joycons. I'm glad I got the Switch 2 on day 1 because I've already been priced out.
Re: One Of 2025's Standout Switch Releases Could Get A Switch 2 Edition Upgrade
Oh my goodness, PLEASE. I held off on picking this one up over the holidays because people said how low the resolution was for the game on Switch 2. Fingers crossed! 🤞
Re: The US Suffered Its Worst November Since 1995 In Terms Of Hardware Sales
@N8tiveT3ch Everything's computer 😌
Re: The US Suffered Its Worst November Since 1995 In Terms Of Hardware Sales
Most people here in the U.S. are barely living paycheck to paycheck. With tariffs, economy, job losses, and our ever-weakening dollar, I'm not surprised by this in the slightest.
Re: Video: Skyrim Still Isn't 60fps On Switch 2, But Here's How It Fares Against Switch 1
I honestly think it looks worse on Switch 2.
Re: Talking Point: Six Months Since Launch, How Would You Rate Switch 2?
I'm kind of shocked just how often I pick up my Steam Deck since I got the Switch 2. The Switch 2 is incredible, but the support has been lacking at best. Most of my Switch 1 games look terrible on the Switch 2. It's a real shame, honestly. I expected a lot more from the backwards compatibility. :/
Re: Japanese Charts: Kirby Air Riders Is Off To A Flying Start
Whoa. Not one PlayStation game was in the top 10? 😯
Re: NieR:Automata Finally Lands Switch 2 Compatibility Update
Nier Automata is one of, if not the greatest games I have ever played. This is fantastic news.
Re: Star Fox Programmer's Next Game May As Well Be A New Entry In Nintendo's Series
I've had my eye on this one for a while. It looks fantastic!
Re: Fortnite's Latest Trailer Is An Unsettling Realisation Of Its Crossover Ambitions
As someone who has never played Fortnite, this was a very overwhelming minute of content.
Re: Official Zelda Movie Photos Give Us Our Best Look Yet At Link And Zelda
It is genuinely spooky how similar he looks to the Link concept art for Twilight Princess.
Re: Random: Do You Miss Metroid Prime: Blast Ball? Don't Worry, PlayStation Has Got You Covered
This certainly will be a game.
Re: How Are You Finding Switch Game And App Compatibility On The Switch 2?
My games all work, but the resolution and frame rate caps on most of my games leads me to pick up my Steam Deck more often than I thought I would after getting a Switch 2.
Re: Feature: Now Samus Is Doing It - What Is It About The 'Akira Slide' That's So Great?
Why? Because Akira is effing amazing and one of the coolest things the human race has ever created. That's why.
Re: Service! Overcooked 2 - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Is Ready To Eat Today
This absolutely should have been a free update. I'll pass.
Re: Talking Point: What's The Best Firework Sequence In A Video Game?
No question. Nier Automata.
Re: Opinion: Pokémon Legends Z-A Is The Creepiest Entry Yet, Not In A Good Way
I genuinely cannot believe this is what a $100 AAA game looks like. It is crazy to me that people are defending this game.
Re: Opinion: Pokémon Legends Z-A Is The Creepiest Entry Yet, Not In A Good Way
@SlamDunk22_ One might say "unfinished"
Re: Review: Persona 3 Reload (Switch 2) - A Great Remake, But Still Not Definitive
I'm kind of shocked this is running at 30 fps. I played the whole 102 hours of this game on my Steam Deck OLED, and it was locked at 60 fps.
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Pokémon Legends: Z-A?
Let's be real. If this didn't have the Pokémon brand attached to it, it would have limped away with a 6/10, especially for that $100 price tag.
Re: UK Charts: Pokémon Legends: Z-A Sales Almost 50/50 Across Switch And Switch 2
The Pokémon Company is never going to make their games better so long as people keep buying them.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Pokémon Legends: Z-A?
This game is not for me, but have fun everyone who is picking it up.
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Pokémon Legends: Z-A
As always with this franchise, I'm good. It's literally been decades since I could get excited about Pokémon, and it looks like I'll still be waiting.
Re: Motördoom Is A Weird Mix Of Demon Slaying And BMX Tricks, But It Looks Kinda Gnarly
I don't know if I've ever seen a game like this where my immediate response was, "This game was made for Dunkey."
Re: Japanese Charts: Sucker Punch Stops Mario Galaxy Soaring Too High
I think Nintendo stopped Mario with that ridiculous price tag.
Re: Turtle Beach Unveils New Range Of Officially Licensed Switch 2 Accessories - Controllers, Cases And More
Cool... and I'm good, thanks.
Re: Hori's New Switch 2 Pad Lets You Lock The Home And Capture Buttons
I don't know if anyone else is in the same camp as me, but I'm just so done spending money on this stuff. Every company is coming out with controllers and accessories for Switch 2, and I'm still burned out on how much I spent on the console and a single Pro Controller. Like, I'm good. I'm sure these are nice, but I think I'm going to forego spending money on hardware for as long as possible.