I'm on vacation right now, so I haven't been playing all that much. But, I did pick up Wonder Boy on Switch, so I've been slowly working through that. The Smash reveal also really got me in the mood for that series, so my aunt and I have been doing the event mode and Subspace in Brawl! It's nice to revisit that one after the two of us have played so much of the Wii U and 3DS versions.
I was able to get myself a SNES classic due to the restocks last week, so I've been going through Yoshi's Island for the first time! That is a fantastic game, although 5-3 reeeeeeeeally tested my patience. I hope to finish it up today. I'm also planning on jumping back into Fire Emblem Warriors on Switch, since I never finished it due to Odyssey launching just a week later. If I'm feeling really ambitious, I might work on DOOM a bit more as well, but I think FE:W will be my main game on Switch for a little bit.
I really enjoy Towerfall, so I hope to pick this one up soon! I still have a number of games to work through before I'd be able to get to this one however, so I'll probably wait for a sale.
The way everyone is ripping into Josh is gross. Based on the comments half these people are just spitting back what they've heard. Most of this isn't true and just a projection since he dislikes some of Nintendo's moves. Josh has a mouth but he's honest, creative, and EXTREMELY talented. I loved this episode of make beleive and I can't wait for more content under the Nintendo Beyond name.
I dislike mobile because of the platform itself, not necessarily because of its games. I'm more than open to trying this out as long as it is high quality. Actual buttons and sticks are far superior to touch controls.
Jeez this is ridiculous! I have about 215 gold coins, which is 100s of dollars of merchandise, and the best they can do is 30% off a 10 dollar N64 game?? Give me a break.
After Zelda I have nothing to play except 1 2 switch, super bomberman r, shovel knight specter of torment, and fast rmx until snake pass then MK8 deluxe then arms, sonic mania... come on guys there's a ton to play!
I love Overwatch, but I don't see any way they could get it on the Switch. Overwatch is always online, so unless they made an offline mode specifically for the Switch, i dont see it happening.
I Pre-Ordered my Switch last month with GameStop, and it will for sure be here on the third!! Very excited. I am gonna get Fast RMX digitally and I have a copy of BoTW coming from Amazon. I am a bit nervous that it will not be here launch day because of Amazon's iffy past, but this is my first time pre-ordering with them. (Angry Joe's Titanfall 2 experiance has me worried, but I am hopeful that it will make it in time.). I am hyped out of my mind and will be able to test out all of its features right away as two days after launch I am heading on vacation so I will be testing out the single Joy Con multiplayer in Fast RMX with my sister. It seems like my Wii U and PS4 won't be seeing much play time for a while!!
Perfect. Will be picking this up Day 1 with Zelda: BoTW! I wanted a co op game I could play with my sister, and it looks like this will be it. I also never played it on Wii U so I am glad to have the chance to play it before Mario Kart 8 Deluxe dominates my racing fix like 8 did on my Wii U! Very glad it supports the single Joy-Con too as I won't have enough funds to buy another set of Joy-Cons day 1. 20$, great price! I was gonna get Super Bomberman R to play with my sister but not at a 50$ price point.
Don't really care; played the game on PS4 and did not really like it that much. THAT SAID, if the Switch is going to succeed with 3rd party support, Nintendo needs to meet devs in the middle and help them get games over. I think what is more important though is that Nintendo begins to get games day and date with PS4/X1. While the Switch is not as powerful as the HD twins a good install base and a bit it of cash from Nintendo will help 3rd party devs make the leap and port their games over. Heck, if Sony could get devs to make games such as Borderlands and Injustice run on Vita, Nintendo should be able to do the same especially considering the power discrepancy isnt nearly as large. 3rd party support is a big deal. For as much as I love my Wii U (and I do love my wii u, its my favorite console this gen) I had to buy a PS4 as well simply for those third party experiences. Regardless, I already have my Switch preordered. Only 3 more weeks!
If I have only played Star Fox 64 3D, not the N64 classic, is it worth going back and buying the original? I love 64 3D but i dont want to wastle my money if it isnt worth playing the original too.
I am very excited for ARMS and I dont even like motion control that much. I get vibes of Overwatch, Pokkenn, Street Fighter 5, qnd splatoon from this game. It is my most anticipated Switch game behind SM Oddessy!
@Anti-Matter haha me too! Usually i play two hours then take a break and come back. I would rather play for shorter and have more fun than play longer and be weary.
We'll see if i need them or not. I have preordered a Switch and BoTW, and no other accessories other than a case to keep it safe. I'll mess around with just the standard joy cons and grip for now until either i feel what i have is good enough or if i need to get anything else. Having four controllers is a big deal for me though, so eventually I'll need to buy more.
I have to say I am surprised by Twilight Princess HD winning GOTY. While I played my wii u much less compared to my PS4, the wii u had some great releases. I think Pokken deserved the spot over the remake. While TP is certainly improved, it really isn't head and shoulders above the original. I played it for a bit but it did not hold me as I have already played the original wii version. Pokken felt very fresh and definitely kept me away from the ps4 for a good while. Similarly, while I am not too far in bc I only got the game for christmas, Color Splash is really good too. As for SF Zero, well, it just made me excited to replay SF 64 3D. A weak year for wii u, but I am looking forward to the future. As for 3DS, pretty good year! While I did not pick up too many titles I really enjoyed Super Mario Maker (The single player is much improved from the wii u release in my opinion) and Pokemon Sun was fantastic too. The hyperbole about it being the BEST generation is a bit ridiculous in my opinion however. Kirby Planet Robobot was OK, but did not feel as original and fun as Triple deluxe, but still enjoyable. I really want to get around to FE Fates, but that one just slipped past me. This year just felt a little dull in terms of Nintendo releases but the Switch looks very promising.
Heres what I'll say; hacking your 3DS is one thing, but then DLing a ROM of the new unreleased pokemon game, AND THEN PLAYING IT ONLINE is another. I've waited 3 years for gen 7; I can wait a bit longer.
I really dont miss the second screen. I have both a 3ds and a Vita.The single of the vita is leaps and bounds above that of the 3ds in my opinion because it allows for a wider, clearer screen as well as raised sticks and buttons. So, i was very happy to see that the Switch looks a lot like my vita. On the wii u side, i dont really like the gamepad, because it felt very forced. There are some occasions where i really enjoyed it, such as Nintendo land and legend of zelda ww hd, but overall, it is just ok.
Pokemon sun is a day one for me. Stardew Valley and Shantae are also must haves for me but if either come to ps4/vita ill be getting that version instead. Finally Color Splash looks fantastic and i wish people would stop whining about it. Probably won't get it until christmas. Poor 1st party output again this year (volume wise) so i guess i will be sticking with my ps4 for the most part. Next year looks much brighter with the NX and LoZ Breath of the Wild so I'm quite excited for that.
Guys, this game isnt for wii u owners. Wii U is done. This is for the very large 50+ million 3ds owners who don't have a Wii U. The removal sucks but what ever they had to do is what they had to do. No 3d on new 3ds systems is surprising though.
Fellow Android users; ya'll ever heard of an APK? 😅 Second, the overreaction to this is absurd. It is essentially a marketing tool to drum up hype for the NX by bringing Nintendo to an audience that isnt in touch. You'll get your real mario game. Nintendo releasing mobile games doesnt mean their "going mobile". Sony has a whole STUDIO making mobile games, GASP! Are they going mobile too??? No, of course not. It is just a supplemental stream of revenue.
I hate to say it, but Nintendo was clearly in the right to take down A2MR. This is a free game that directly competes with pieces of content Nintendo is selling. It's too bad to see it go like this, but the developer is right. Continue to show support and buy the classic metroid games. Buy prime, buy other M (that one is on VC right?). That is the only way to show your interest. Complaining at Nintendo or petitioning to take down Federation Force is childish. There are much more constructive ways to show Nintendo that there is demand for a conventional metroid.
I dont care if the critical consensus is that the game is a 3. I value paper mario for being a more experimental RPG and i loved sticker star. This is a day-one purchase for me. (Especially now that Zelda, horizon, and Yooka-Laylee are delayed)
I've been playing it every day since the 6th and have already spent $12. After being hugely disappointed by ORAS I am so happy with Pokémon Go! Maybe Go combined with Sun/Moon can rekindle my love of pokemon!
I don't understand why people are looking at this as though Nintendo is dropping support for splatoon. They clearly still have plans with the upcoming amiibo. Not to mention, the servers aren't going anywhere.
My best guess is a large true 3D Mario in the vein of galaxy or 64. This would not only give fans what they have been hoping for, but it could also be a showcase for the technical ability of the NX. long draw distances, great textures, a great sense of scale, etc. Hopefully it will be an original game, but it is very likely it would be galaxy 3.
Amiibo is by far the weakest. In fact I would say disney infinity had the best gameplay and figures of the three. Shame it had to be the first gone. Considering amiibo are continuously available on store pegs it isn't hard to see the amiibo train slowing down. I would venture to say Nintendo and their inability to fully use amiibo will lead them down the same path. Don't get me wrong, I love my amiibo, but more for the figure rather than the game.
I am very happy with star fox zero so far so I am pleased with 2016 so far. I have been using my ps4 more than my Wii u but star fox has convinced me to turn it back on. My 3ds has seen some good use this year too. Soon I hope to buy pokken since I loved the demo! Here's to a great 2016!
How dare Nintendo try and push a product! I'll proudly play f zero and hopefully Street fighter 2 on my new 3ds XL. I have had all the 3ds models and this one is truly great, but needs more exclusive features. The is one.
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Re: Talking Point: What Games Are You Playing This Weekend?
I'm on vacation right now, so I haven't been playing all that much. But, I did pick up Wonder Boy on Switch, so I've been slowly working through that. The Smash reveal also really got me in the mood for that series, so my aunt and I have been doing the event mode and Subspace in Brawl! It's nice to revisit that one after the two of us have played so much of the Wii U and 3DS versions.
Re: Talking Point: What Games Are You Playing This Weekend?
I was able to get myself a SNES classic due to the restocks last week, so I've been going through Yoshi's Island for the first time! That is a fantastic game, although 5-3 reeeeeeeeally tested my patience. I hope to finish it up today. I'm also planning on jumping back into Fire Emblem Warriors on Switch, since I never finished it due to Odyssey launching just a week later. If I'm feeling really ambitious, I might work on DOOM a bit more as well, but I think FE:W will be my main game on Switch for a little bit.
Re: The Creator Of Smartphone Hit Downwell Has Joined Nintendo
Downwell is rad. I'd love to see a Switch port where you can play in tabletop by removing a Joy-Con and standing the system up vertically.
Re: Feature: Conquering The Indie Mountain With Celeste Creator Matt Makes Games
I really enjoy Towerfall, so I hope to pick this one up soon! I still have a number of games to work through before I'd be able to get to this one however, so I'll probably wait for a sale.
Re: Batman - The Telltale Series Finally Gets Release Date Confirmation for Switch
Oh yes!!! I love DC. This is a day one buy.
Re: Dark Horse Reveals Zelda Encyclopedia as Final Instalment in Its Goddess Collection Book Series
They are excellent quality books! I have the first two so I'll certainly pick up the final as well.
Re: Video: Fan-Made Showcase Illustrates The Potential Of Animal Crossing On Switch
The way everyone is ripping into Josh is gross. Based on the comments half these people are just spitting back what they've heard. Most of this isn't true and just a projection since he dislikes some of Nintendo's moves. Josh has a mouth but he's honest, creative, and EXTREMELY talented. I loved this episode of make beleive and I can't wait for more content under the Nintendo Beyond name.
Re: Exclusive: Gear.Club Unlimited Unveiled for the Nintendo Switch, Coming This Year
I dislike mobile because of the platform itself, not necessarily because of its games. I'm more than open to trying this out as long as it is high quality. Actual buttons and sticks are far superior to touch controls.
Re: The Spirit of Miiverse Is Alive and Kicking in Splatoon 2
Well Miiverse sucks so this is fine by me lol
Re: My Nintendo Just Got Another Update in North America
Jeez this is ridiculous! I have about 215 gold coins, which is 100s of dollars of merchandise, and the best they can do is 30% off a 10 dollar N64 game?? Give me a break.
Re: The Mario Kart 8 Deluxe File Size Speeds Into View
I'll be there. Really loved MK8, but sorely missed the battle mode! I can't wait to play this on the Switch!
Re: Random: Turn Your Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Into A Knuckle Duster, Because Why Not
Umm... I'm pretty sure brass knuckles are illegal where i live lol, so no, i think ill stick to my joy con wrist straps!
Re: Nintendo Switch Stays On Top in Japan Despite Sharp Week Two Decline
After Zelda I have nothing to play except 1 2 switch, super bomberman r, shovel knight specter of torment, and fast rmx until snake pass then MK8 deluxe then arms, sonic mania... come on guys there's a ton to play!
Re: Overwatch Director "Loving" Nintendo Switch But Admits Porting Game Would Be A Challenge
I love Overwatch, but I don't see any way they could get it on the Switch. Overwatch is always online, so unless they made an offline mode specifically for the Switch, i dont see it happening.
Re: Nintendo is "Being Very Selective" on Which Indie Devs Will Be Allowed On Switch eShop
Good. The PSN is a joke right now and I don't want the eShop going the same way. Its about time we got a bit of curation!
Re: The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Is Officially One Of The Best Games Of All Time
Very excited!! My switch and BoTW will be arriving in the mail tonight!
Re: Review: Super Bomberman R (Switch)
I am not really interested in this game. I'm gonna get BoTW and Fast RMX. I might pick it up later down the road, but not today.
Re: Poll: Nintendo Switch Countdown - Less Than a Week to Go, Is the Hype Building?
I Pre-Ordered my Switch last month with GameStop, and it will for sure be here on the third!! Very excited. I am gonna get Fast RMX digitally and I have a copy of BoTW coming from Amazon. I am a bit nervous that it will not be here launch day because of Amazon's iffy past, but this is my first time pre-ordering with them. (Angry Joe's Titanfall 2 experiance has me worried, but I am hopeful that it will make it in time.). I am hyped out of my mind and will be able to test out all of its features right away as two days after launch I am heading on vacation so I will be testing out the single Joy Con multiplayer in Fast RMX with my sister. It seems like my Wii U and PS4 won't be seeing much play time for a while!!
Re: Feature: FAST RMX - The Price, Modes and Performance of Switch's Futuristic Racer
Perfect. Will be picking this up Day 1 with Zelda: BoTW! I wanted a co op game I could play with my sister, and it looks like this will be it. I also never played it on Wii U so I am glad to have the chance to play it before Mario Kart 8 Deluxe dominates my racing fix like 8 did on my Wii U! Very glad it supports the single Joy-Con too as I won't have enough funds to buy another set of Joy-Cons day 1. 20$, great price! I was gonna get Super Bomberman R to play with my sister but not at a 50$ price point.
Re: There Are Currently 'No Plans' For Final Fantasy XV On Nintendo Switch
Don't really care; played the game on PS4 and did not really like it that much. THAT SAID, if the Switch is going to succeed with 3rd party support, Nintendo needs to meet devs in the middle and help them get games over. I think what is more important though is that Nintendo begins to get games day and date with PS4/X1. While the Switch is not as powerful as the HD twins a good install base and a bit it of cash from Nintendo will help 3rd party devs make the leap and port their games over. Heck, if Sony could get devs to make games such as Borderlands and Injustice run on Vita, Nintendo should be able to do the same especially considering the power discrepancy isnt nearly as large. 3rd party support is a big deal. For as much as I love my Wii U (and I do love my wii u, its my favorite console this gen) I had to buy a PS4 as well simply for those third party experiences. Regardless, I already have my Switch preordered. Only 3 more weeks!
Re: Mario Sports Superstars Is Getting Its Own Range Of amiibo Cards
Im gonna buy the game, but I wont buy the cards unless they do something cool that mario amiibo can't.
Re: Nicalis Seemingly Confirms 1001 Spikes And Cave Story For Switch, Then Deletes Post
I really love the UI, it takes the best features from my 3DS, Wii U, and PS4 UIs.
Re: Nintendo Download: 19th January (North America)
If I have only played Star Fox 64 3D, not the N64 classic, is it worth going back and buying the original? I love 64 3D but i dont want to wastle my money if it isnt worth playing the original too.
Re: First Impressions: Going Hand-to-Hand With ARMS
I am very excited for ARMS and I dont even like motion control that much. I get vibes of Overwatch, Pokkenn, Street Fighter 5, qnd splatoon from this game. It is my most anticipated Switch game behind SM Oddessy!
Re: Nintendo Switch Pre-Order Stock - Tough to Find in the US, Easier in the UK
I got a pre order of the Grey NS from the GameStop site here in the US yesterday! Very excited.
Re: By The Way, The Joy-Con Grip Bundled With Nintendo Switch Won't Charge Your Joy-Cons
@Anti-Matter haha me too! Usually i play two hours then take a break and come back. I would rather play for shorter and have more fun than play longer and be weary.
Re: By The Way, The Joy-Con Grip Bundled With Nintendo Switch Won't Charge Your Joy-Cons
We'll see if i need them or not. I have preordered a Switch and BoTW, and no other accessories other than a case to keep it safe. I'll mess around with just the standard joy cons and grip for now until either i feel what i have is good enough or if i need to get anything else. Having four controllers is a big deal for me though, so eventually I'll need to buy more.
Re: Feature: The Nintendo Life Game of the Year Awards 2016
I have to say I am surprised by Twilight Princess HD winning GOTY. While I played my wii u much less compared to my PS4, the wii u had some great releases. I think Pokken deserved the spot over the remake. While TP is certainly improved, it really isn't head and shoulders above the original. I played it for a bit but it did not hold me as I have already played the original wii version. Pokken felt very fresh and definitely kept me away from the ps4 for a good while. Similarly, while I am not too far in bc I only got the game for christmas, Color Splash is really good too. As for SF Zero, well, it just made me excited to replay SF 64 3D. A weak year for wii u, but I am looking forward to the future. As for 3DS, pretty good year! While I did not pick up too many titles I really enjoyed Super Mario Maker (The single player is much improved from the wii u release in my opinion) and Pokemon Sun was fantastic too. The hyperbole about it being the BEST generation is a bit ridiculous in my opinion however. Kirby Planet Robobot was OK, but did not feel as original and fun as Triple deluxe, but still enjoyable. I really want to get around to FE Fates, but that one just slipped past me. This year just felt a little dull in terms of Nintendo releases but the Switch looks very promising.
Re: Nintendo Drops The Ban Hammer on Pokémon Sun and Moon Pirates
Heres what I'll say; hacking your 3DS is one thing, but then DLing a ROM of the new unreleased pokemon game, AND THEN PLAYING IT ONLINE is another. I've waited 3 years for gen 7; I can wait a bit longer.
Re: The November Monster Hunter Generations DLC is Now Live
Do people still play Yu-Gi-Oh? I have not heard that name in a long time!
Re: Poll: Nintendo Switch Delivers Single Screen Gaming - Will You Miss the Dual Screen Concept?
I really dont miss the second screen. I have both a 3ds and a Vita.The single of the vita is leaps and bounds above that of the 3ds in my opinion because it allows for a wider, clearer screen as well as raised sticks and buttons. So, i was very happy to see that the Switch looks a lot like my vita. On the wii u side, i dont really like the gamepad, because it felt very forced. There are some occasions where i really enjoyed it, such as Nintendo land and legend of zelda ww hd, but overall, it is just ok.
Re: Poll: What Are Your Most Anticipated Wii U and 3DS Games For the Rest of 2016?
Pokemon sun is a day one for me. Stardew Valley and Shantae are also must haves for me but if either come to ps4/vita ill be getting that version instead. Finally Color Splash looks fantastic and i wish people would stop whining about it. Probably won't get it until christmas. Poor 1st party output again this year (volume wise) so i guess i will be sticking with my ps4 for the most part. Next year looks much brighter with the NX and LoZ Breath of the Wild so I'm quite excited for that.
Re: Super Mario Maker for 3DS Won't Have 3D Support
Guys, this game isnt for wii u owners. Wii U is done. This is for the very large 50+ million 3ds owners who don't have a Wii U. The removal sucks but what ever they had to do is what they had to do. No 3d on new 3ds systems is surprising though.
Re: Talking Point: The Scale of the Mobile Industry Makes it an Important Market for Nintendo
Fellow Android users; ya'll ever heard of an APK? 😅 Second, the overreaction to this is absurd. It is essentially a marketing tool to drum up hype for the NX by bringing Nintendo to an audience that isnt in touch. You'll get your real mario game. Nintendo releasing mobile games doesnt mean their "going mobile". Sony has a whole STUDIO making mobile games, GASP! Are they going mobile too??? No, of course not. It is just a supplemental stream of revenue.
Re: AM2R Developer Encourages Players to Support Metroid II On the eShop and to Avoid 'Hate' Against Nintendo
I hate to say it, but Nintendo was clearly in the right to take down A2MR. This is a free game that directly competes with pieces of content Nintendo is selling. It's too bad to see it go like this, but the developer is right. Continue to show support and buy the classic metroid games. Buy prime, buy other M (that one is on VC right?). That is the only way to show your interest. Complaining at Nintendo or petitioning to take down Federation Force is childish. There are much more constructive ways to show Nintendo that there is demand for a conventional metroid.
Re: Poll: The Nintendo NX - Where Do You Stand on the Future of Nintendo?
The chances of me not getting an NX are zero, i just want it officially revealed already!
Re: Renegade Kid Has Kindly Offered To Port Sonic Mania To Nintendo 3DS
Yes please! Although, would a Vita version to too much to ask for?
Re: Hands On: Painting a Clearer Picture of Paper Mario: Color Splash
I dont care if the critical consensus is that the game is a 3. I value paper mario for being a more experimental RPG and i loved sticker star. This is a day-one purchase for me. (Especially now that Zelda, horizon, and Yooka-Laylee are delayed)
Re: Pokémon GO Player Retention Described as "Phenomenal" as Revenue Soars
I've been playing it every day since the 6th and have already spent $12. After being hugely disappointed by ORAS I am so happy with Pokémon Go! Maybe Go combined with Sun/Moon can rekindle my love of pokemon!
Re: Guide: How To Hatch Eggs In Pokémon GO Without Taking A Single Step
Huh. I'll give this a try when a get home. Can't seem to make my Galaxy s6 not blackout though :/
Re: Splatoon's Last Splatfest is Next Month
I don't understand why people are looking at this as though Nintendo is dropping support for splatoon. They clearly still have plans with the upcoming amiibo. Not to mention, the servers aren't going anywhere.
Re: E3 2016: New Kind Of Mario Game Is Coming, Says Shigeru Miyamoto
My best guess is a large true 3D Mario in the vein of galaxy or 64. This would not only give fans what they have been hoping for, but it could also be a showcase for the technical ability of the NX. long draw distances, great textures, a great sense of scale, etc. Hopefully it will be an original game, but it is very likely it would be galaxy 3.
Re: Talking Point: The Crowded Toys To Life Market Cut Its Weakest Link in Disney Infinity, Yet amiibo Should Be Safe
Amiibo is by far the weakest. In fact I would say disney infinity had the best gameplay and figures of the three. Shame it had to be the first gone. Considering amiibo are continuously available on store pegs it isn't hard to see the amiibo train slowing down. I would venture to say Nintendo and their inability to fully use amiibo will lead them down the same path. Don't get me wrong, I love my amiibo, but more for the figure rather than the game.
Re: Poll: NX and Mobile Make This a Defining Year for Nintendo - Are You Optimistic?
I am very happy with star fox zero so far so I am pleased with 2016 so far. I have been using my ps4 more than my Wii u but star fox has convinced me to turn it back on. My 3ds has seen some good use this year too. Soon I hope to buy pokken since I loved the demo! Here's to a great 2016!
Re: Konami and Capcom Are Bringing Some SNES Classics to New 3DS
How dare Nintendo try and push a product! I'll proudly play f zero and hopefully Street fighter 2 on my new 3ds XL. I have had all the 3ds models and this one is truly great, but needs more exclusive features. The is one.
Re: Nintendo of America Confirms New Wii U, 3DS and Wii Nintendo Selects Titles for 11th March
I would love to pick up pikmin 3!
Re: New North American Nintendo Selects Range Emerges in Retailer Listings
I would love to pick up pikmin 3! I want the game but I'm not sure about it so this price point is great!
Re: 17 Games Get North American eShop Discounts in the Winter Warm-Up Sale
Injustice is a no brainer for that price!!
Re: Another Fighter Character for Pokkén Tournament Will Be Revealed Next Week
My guess is dewott because there is no gen 5 playable characters. I could also be samurott but dewott seems to be more probable
Re: Editorial: Let's Make 2016 a Year of Nintendo Optimism
Any year with fire emblem, star fox, and Zelda is a good year! This is going to be everything we hoped 2015 would be!