@Dang_69 Please don't get me wrong, no intention to be offensive in any way. Just personally struck me as a step towards an American FPS, a step away from what Metroid has historically been.
From a European pov it feels like the Americanisation of the IP, and personally I think I can live without Hollywood style bs in what was with Dread still an amazing franchise. I’ll wait for the reviews but not pre ordering for sure.
@Medic_alert I completely agree and am following the same path. I would’ve jumped on Yakuza 0 and I find it frustrating to have to hold back, but the same will go for all future game key releases.
Having opinions based on a video of a demo I didn’t even play makes no sense, at least for me. If given the opportunity I’ll play the demo or I’ll buy the game, try it and then eventually make up my mind if I like it or not. I saw a tremendous amount of online hatred about Scarlet, but finished up playing it, spending many hours and tbh quite enjoyed it. It wasn’t a perfect game by any stretch, but still enjoyable.
@SpaceboyScreams I’m also a bit worried by the urban setting, I hope it doesn’t mean all urban, no nature; and yes, Arceus needs at least a 4k update, if they really don’t want to release a sequel.
There will certainly be many excellent alternatives on the market, better quality and lower prices, as it was with the smaller Switch 1 cases (Tomtoc comes to mind, but I’m sure there are many other).
Let’s be honest, the store is awful. I can’t think of anything positive to say about it. I can’t understand why a so-called family oriented company has hentai everywhere, why the store is so slow and terribly organized, the complete absence of some sort of curation. Nintendo could learn so much from Valve
Sorry to say but Nintendo can F*** OFF with these key cards. I won't be buying a single one (I currently have over 100 Switch games in physical format). If I didn't have many great memories since the SNES days I would probably be boycotting Nintendo this generation, but key cards are an absolute NO.
@Dee123 Well, because it's news. I saw TH on YT yesterday and was quite surprised to see the proportion of the storm in the chat. I wasn't expecting to see a chat with what I would estimate were at least 70% of messages asking for a price reduction. I can imagine that Nintendo may have taken tariffs into account in calculating the pricing.
I personally don’t like the art style either. If I think of all the old school design around skateboarding (anche also a lot of the contemporary) this feels at least to me way too mainstream and shallow. I guess they must have decided to go with this art direction for a reason.
@BenAV Thanks for answering, I'm not really into visual novels - not yet, at least - so yes, my assumption was poorly informed, to say the least. Yes, I agree, a bit light on both sides, still an enjoyable game. Looks like a project that lends itself to DLCS.
@BenAV I enjoyed it, but couldn't help feeling it's more of a visual novel with RPG mechanics than a real card-based RPG... Perhaps it's just me, I don't know. Nevertheless, I enjoyed the first playthrough but didn't follow up with an NG+. Perhaps one day I get through the staggering backlog.
@KnightsTemplar Completely agree, I find the Oled so much better. Having said that it really depends how much you play handheld. Considering I only play handheld the difference is striking to say the least.
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Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - Meet The Team
@Dang_69 Please don't get me wrong, no intention to be offensive in any way. Just personally struck me as a step towards an American FPS, a step away from what Metroid has historically been.
Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - Meet The Team
From a European pov it feels like the Americanisation of the IP, and personally I think I can live without Hollywood style bs in what was with Dread still an amazing franchise. I’ll wait for the reviews but not pre ordering for sure.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Kirby Air Riders?
@iLikeUrAttitude Kirby is HUGE, especially in Japan. This guy (not you, but the guy you replied to) doesn't know what he's talking about.
Re: Pokémon Pokopia Reveals "Peculiar" New Forms In Extended 10-Minute Trailer
Wrote this elsewhere, but might as well continue, this will be the first Pokemon game I'll skip thanks to this key card idiocy.
Re: Street Fighter 6 McDonald's EX Colours Now Available, Here's Every Free Code
It's advertising, I would be surprised if these weren't free. Never going to download advertising, especially from McD.
Re: Review: Disgaea 7 Complete (Switch 2) - A Definitive Return For This Tactical RPG Giant
I would live to buy this, but being on GKC they can stuff it
Re: Ubisoft Employee Explains Why Star Wars Outlaws Is A Game-Key Card
@Jeronan sorry to hear that, I had no idea
Re: Ubisoft Employee Explains Why Star Wars Outlaws Is A Game-Key Card
@Jeronan Don't know where you live in Europe but SD Oled has never been 1000 euros.
Re: Switch Online's GBA App Has Been Updated (Version 3.0.0)
@jay2 I wouldn’t say better, but both
Re: Review: Star Wars Outlaws (Switch 2) - An Underrated Adventure, A Super-Solid Port
Not interested in SW, but wouldn't support it considering that it's a Game Key. Especially after Cyberpunk...
Re: SEGA Shares A Detailed Look At Yakuza Kiwami & Kiwami 2 In New Switch 2 Gameplay Footage
Wish these came in cards and not keys
Re: Japan's National Library Says Game-Key Cards Are Not Eligible For Preservation
@Medic_alert I completely agree and am following the same path. I would’ve jumped on Yakuza 0 and I find it frustrating to have to hold back, but the same will go for all future game key releases.
Re: Video: Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Full Gameplay Demo
Having opinions based on a video of a demo I didn’t even play makes no sense, at least for me. If given the opportunity I’ll play the demo or I’ll buy the game, try it and then eventually make up my mind if I like it or not. I saw a tremendous amount of online hatred about Scarlet, but finished up playing it, spending many hours and tbh quite enjoyed it. It wasn’t a perfect game by any stretch, but still enjoyable.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting The Switch 2's Next Exclusive 'Drag x Drive'?
Too grey for me…
Re: Pokémon Legends: Z-A Playable Switch 2 Demo Appearing At Upcoming Events
@SpaceboyScreams I’m also a bit worried by the urban setting, I hope it doesn’t mean all urban, no nature; and yes, Arceus needs at least a 4k update, if they really don’t want to release a sequel.
Re: Hands On: Forget The Name, Square Enix's New Action RPG Is A Lovely HD-2D Take On SNES-Era Zelda
@Divide_and_Wander same here, really looking forward to it
Re: NIS America: Trails Beyond The Horizon Switch 2 Game-Key Card Release Is "Most Beneficial Option" For Fans
Very beneficial to my wallet because I’m not buying it
Re: Nintendo Reveals New Game Modes & Items For Mario Party Jamboree - Switch 2 Edition
I’m very happy to hear about a fast mode — this game, at least for me, lasts far too long and becomes tedious after a while.
Re: Nintendo Gives Us A Closer Look At Switch 2's "All-In-One" Carrying Case
There will certainly be many excellent alternatives on the market, better quality and lower prices, as it was with the smaller Switch 1 cases (Tomtoc comes to mind, but I’m sure there are many other).
Re: Fight Fans Rejoice, 8BitDo Is Launching A New Arcade Controller For The Switch
@SirLink If I'm not mistaken this is designed for fighting games / brawlers?
Re: Here's A Look At The Back Of Mario Kart World's Switch 2 Box Art
@BrokenCiv if only musk didn’t force his on me and other millions
Re: Here's A Look At The Back Of Mario Kart World's Switch 2 Box Art
@BrokenCiv boycott twitter and eveything musk fs
Re: Game Devs Weigh In On Switch 2, And A "Much Better" eShop Is A Must
Let’s be honest, the store is awful. I can’t think of anything positive to say about it. I can’t understand why a so-called family oriented company has hentai everywhere, why the store is so slow and terribly organized, the complete absence of some sort of curation. Nintendo could learn so much from Valve
Re: "We MUST Resist Buying These Game-Key Releases", Says GamesMaster Host
Sorry to say but Nintendo can F*** OFF with these key cards. I won't be buying a single one (I currently have over 100 Switch games in physical format). If I didn't have many great memories since the SNES days I would probably be boycotting Nintendo this generation, but key cards are an absolute NO.
Re: Hands On: 'Drag x Drive' Is Fantastic, But Is It Destined To Be Switch 2's ARMS?
I really hope this is not the new Arms. Arms had a lovely art direction, this looks indeed very dull and uninviting.
Re: Nintendo Treehouse 3rd April 2025 - All Switch 2 Gameplay Reveals
@Late Fair enough, missed that one, thanks
Re: Nintendo Treehouse 3rd April 2025 - All Switch 2 Gameplay Reveals
@Dee123 Well, because it's news. I saw TH on YT yesterday and was quite surprised to see the proportion of the storm in the chat. I wasn't expecting to see a chat with what I would estimate were at least 70% of messages asking for a price reduction. I can imagine that Nintendo may have taken tariffs into account in calculating the pricing.
Re: Nintendo Treehouse 3rd April 2025 - All Switch 2 Gameplay Reveals
Not a word about the Treehouse chat spam? Bring the prices down?
Re: Review: Castlevania Dominus Collection (Switch) - The Strongest Konami Compilation Yet
@AceTrainerBloke true, but you’re supporting M2
Re: Poll: Was The Nintendo DS Prototype Really So Ugly?
The prototype was indeed hideous
Re: Nintendo Discontinuing 'X' Integration On Switch Next Month
Twitter or X is trash.
Re: Super Mario Party + Red & Blue Joy-Con Bundle Announced
When will Nintendo finally release DLC for Superstars?
Re: Feature: What's The Best Way To Play Super Mario Bros. In 2023?
Analogue Pocket
Re: Talking Point: What Is The Best Special Edition Switch Console?
AC is the best IMHO. With special editions, I always feel that much more could be done.
Re: Dead Cells: Return To Castlevania Will Emerge On Switch Next Month
@Greatluigi yes, it’s awesome
Re: Dead Cells: Return To Castlevania Will Emerge On Switch Next Month
I’d love this to be a standalone
Re: Random: "Walupeach" Was Almost A Thing, But Miyamoto Vetoed Before Seeing The Designs
Absolutely nothing against Tatsunoko and the awesome character design of his productions. A Tatsunoko / Mario crossover could be pretty awesome.
Re: Review: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R - A Mid-Tier Fighter With Top-Tier Fan Service
I'd love a One Punch Man fighting game like this
Re: Electronic Duo Autechre Say It Almost Got To Do Metroid Prime's Soundtrack
Would love AE to publish what they would've done. A Metroid tribute project.
Re: Review: OlliOlli World - A Radical Departure And A Must-Play
I personally don’t like the art style either. If I think of all the old school design around skateboarding (anche also a lot of the contemporary) this feels at least to me way too mainstream and shallow. I guess they must have decided to go with this art direction for a reason.
Re: Reminder: Lego’s Sonic The Hedgehog - Green Hill Zone Set Is Now Available
@nessisonett I was thinking the same... although this is clearly aimed at a completely different market.
Re: Review: Voice Of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars - Yoko Taro Deals An Impressive Card-Based RPG
@Cathousemaster Yes, considering how the game's structured I'd say that it sits in a nice spot. Not too long, neither too short, just right.
Re: Review: Voice Of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars - Yoko Taro Deals An Impressive Card-Based RPG
@Cathousemaster Around 15 to 18 hours I would say.
Re: Review: Voice Of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars - Yoko Taro Deals An Impressive Card-Based RPG
@BenAV Yes, exactly. I was thinking the same and would definitely play an expansion should it arrive.
Re: Review: Voice Of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars - Yoko Taro Deals An Impressive Card-Based RPG
@BenAV Thanks for answering, I'm not really into visual novels - not yet, at least - so yes, my assumption was poorly informed, to say the least. Yes, I agree, a bit light on both sides, still an enjoyable game. Looks like a project that lends itself to DLCS.
Re: Review: Voice Of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars - Yoko Taro Deals An Impressive Card-Based RPG
@BenAV I enjoyed it, but couldn't help feeling it's more of a visual novel with RPG mechanics than a real card-based RPG... Perhaps it's just me, I don't know. Nevertheless, I enjoyed the first playthrough but didn't follow up with an NG+. Perhaps one day I get through the staggering backlog.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 16th)
Eastward. Loving it, much more that expected.
Re: Nintendo Recommends Some Games To Check Out On The Switch OLED Model
@KnightsTemplar Completely agree, I find the Oled so much better. Having said that it really depends how much you play handheld. Considering I only play handheld the difference is striking to say the least.
Re: Poll: So, Which Switch OLED Did You Buy?
@JAR3CK white + additional orange/purple joy cons
Re: Japanese Developer Treasure Teases Future Releases For Switch Online
Bangai-o all the way