I'm sad I missed out on the DKC theme last time around, and a couple from a year or so ago that still have yet to show up in the shop...wish they'd offer them
They should launch it at two price points, an LCD and OLED at launch...otherwise, like I did with the first Switch, I'll just stick with my launch day console throughout the lifespan. But I would be willing to pay more initially for OLED if that was offered.
I would much rather they stick with the smaller Switch case sizes instead of using more-standard DVD/Bluray cases like everyone else... or maybe even smaller like the 3DS/DS cases, it's not like the games are any bigger inside
Nice, glad they're adding some more racers into the N64 roster...would be amazing if we ever got Diddy Kong Racing, but I'd take Beetle Adventure Racing or Automobili Lamborghini if they're looking for suggestions
Nope Did not hear anything about a waitlist, but I can't imagine I'd get into that either...I'm sure demand was incredibly high and they seemingly only want to do these demos for a couple days.
Mario Kart is the best game for introducing kids to video games, you can pick any character, any kart/bike combinations, and still enable the steering and acceleration assists independently for each player. Our daughter can play as Princess Peach or Cat Peach and doesn't get frustrated because she drove off a cliff over and over.
I wish this would mean any updates for the stand alone Episode One Racer on Switch...it would be great if there was any way to adjust volume of sound effects vs. music :-
If it has a 1080p screen AND runs Switch 1 games in their docked resolution up to 1080p, that would be awesome. Also if it could output them at 4k, or play them smoother in some cases with it's extra power that'd be fun. Still very good news since I have built up quite the library on Switch and haven't finished nearly all of it!
I'm sad that there are basically no ways to earn Platinum Coins anymore...JUST from the mobile games a little, but such a missed opportunity to not build in ways to earn rewards through the Switch or otherwise. I'd love to get these post-its, but my balance has just been shrinking with no way to earn them back at this point (other than gold coins of course)
I don't understand the shape of this, why does it bulge out so much for the joy-cons, and then swoop in where the screen would be...the joy-cons aren't going to stick up out of the top above the screen are they?
It's cuter than I was expecting since it appears to actually be stop-motion, but otherwise, wasted potential. Still loving this game though as I slowly play through it
Built in support for TATE mode would be amazing, could finally stop using the 3D printed grip that holds my joycons on each side of the vertical screen (though that works great for pinball games, and I'd imagine also DS games)
As I said before, I hope they add as many tracks from Smash Bros as possible, even if that confuses what game things are from a little. Also would love to get Luigi's Mansion 2 and Zelda Link Between Worlds music too.
Oh, fun, the first version of Tetris I ever played was the Spectrum HoloByte game, which came on both 5.25" and 3.5" floppy. That said, I still wish among ALL these games they had managed to include the Tengen NES Tetris release with coop mode.
Prolly just because the demo is now running at a higher frame rate than N64 could manage. Though there used to be a cheat code to make you run faster too.
Wait, N64 games support widescreen?! Or is this an emulation change, because if so, they should allow the option for all N64 games if you want to toggle proper widescreen rendering (if possible)
Still sad it doesn't have a round screen like the last-gen Echo Spot, which is on Woot today for $30, and quite a bit more functional though without fun Nintendo alarms unless you set a specific sound/music track yourself of course
Didn't get in, but since it required Switch Online+Expansion subscription, I assume it's to play test, or stress test a new online, multiplayer game, maybe Balloon Fight 99 or something unexpected like that
Perhaps it's because I'm playing in handheld always (on my subway commutes) but it's been barely noticeable and certainly hasn't affected gameplay in the least.
Of course, had the game been locked at 30fps, either people wouldn't notice any slowdown, or they'd complain it never goes above 30fps...which used to be just fine for most games
And that is why I've owned almost every Nintendo console they've ever released, because they continue to innovate and do their own thing, which is much more fun imo
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Re: Not Sold On Switch 2 Camera? HORI's Piranha Plant Model Might Change Your Mind
SOLD, this is adorable and will look way cuter sitting there on our TV stand compared to the official one.
Re: Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Builds Hype With New Tetris 99 Crossover
I'm sad I missed out on the DKC theme last time around, and a couple from a year or so ago that still have yet to show up in the shop...wish they'd offer them
Re: Nintendo's MAR10 Day eShop Sale Welcomes A Handful Of Sweet Savings (North America)
@Wisestfool Damn, I missed that, really have never noticed it on sale since it launched and became part of the Online Expansion subscription
Re: Nintendo's MAR10 Day eShop Sale Welcomes A Handful Of Sweet Savings (North America)
You know, if they ever even once discounted the Mario Kart DLC, I'd have bought it outright by now...
Re: Be Warned, Two NES Titles From Limited Run Games May Damage Your Console
All the more reason to buy it digitally I guess?
Re: Random: This Fan-Made Render Has Us Dreaming Of Switch 2's Dual-Screen Potential
Isn't there a top USB-C port on Switch 2 already, so you wouldn't have to flip it around like that...
Re: We're Getting Some Strong 'Inside' Vibes From Konami's Upcoming Octopus Platformer
So it SAYS to wishlist now, but it's not in the eshop yet...
Re: Talking Point: Why An LCD Screen Isn't The End Of The World For Switch 2
They should launch it at two price points, an LCD and OLED at launch...otherwise, like I did with the first Switch, I'll just stick with my launch day console throughout the lifespan. But I would be willing to pay more initially for OLED if that was offered.
Re: Celeste Fans May Want To Check Out This Adorable New Platformer On Switch
Shame I can't even wishlist this on the US eshop...
Re: Rumour: Switch 2 Game Cases Might Take Up More Space On Your Shelf
I would much rather they stick with the smaller Switch case sizes instead of using more-standard DVD/Bluray cases like everyone else... or maybe even smaller like the 3DS/DS cases, it's not like the games are any bigger inside
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's N64 Library With Namco Classic 'Ridge Racer 64'
Nice, glad they're adding some more racers into the N64 roster...would be amazing if we ever got Diddy Kong Racing, but I'd take Beetle Adventure Racing or Automobili Lamborghini if they're looking for suggestions
Re: PSA: 'Nintendo Switch 2 Experience' Invites Are Now Being Sent Out
Nope Did not hear anything about a waitlist, but I can't imagine I'd get into that either...I'm sure demand was incredibly high and they seemingly only want to do these demos for a couple days.
Re: Opinion: My Daughter Made Me Realise That Mario Wonder's Difficulty Options Need Work
Mario Kart is the best game for introducing kids to video games, you can pick any character, any kart/bike combinations, and still enable the steering and acceleration assists independently for each player. Our daughter can play as Princess Peach or Cat Peach and doesn't get frustrated because she drove off a cliff over and over.
Re: 'Symphonia' Harmonises Hand-Drawn Art And Musical Platforming On Switch Today
Mega Man on NES had spikes that insta-killed you too...why are they Hollow Knight spikes now?
Re: New Star Wars 'Prequel Pack' Launching Alongside Jedi Power Battles This Week
I wish this would mean any updates for the stand alone Episode One Racer on Switch...it would be great if there was any way to adjust volume of sound effects vs. music :-
Re: Nacon Reveals New Switch 2 Accessory Range, Including Mario Kart Wheels
Wheels are important, I hope I can find ones similar to the Orzly ones I have for the current joy-cons
Re: Switch 2 Will Be Backwards Compatible With Physical And Digital Games, With Some Exceptions
If it has a 1080p screen AND runs Switch 1 games in their docked resolution up to 1080p, that would be awesome. Also if it could output them at 4k, or play them smoother in some cases with it's extra power that'd be fun. Still very good news since I have built up quite the library on Switch and haven't finished nearly all of it!
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 Reveal Trailer Gives First Official Look At The New Console
I miss the fully-colored joycons, but maybe that'll be an option. Also still hope for an OLED option...
Re: My Nintendo Store Adds New Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Reward (US)
I'm sad that there are basically no ways to earn Platinum Coins anymore...JUST from the mobile games a little, but such a missed opportunity to not build in ways to earn rewards through the Switch or otherwise. I'd love to get these post-its, but my balance has just been shrinking with no way to earn them back at this point (other than gold coins of course)
Re: Nintendo Announces The Final Tetris 99 Maximus Cup For 2024
Still wish they'd ever release older themes in the shop for any Maximus Cups we might have missed along the way...
Re: Dbrand Seems To Have Shared Images Of Switch 2 Inside Its New Case
I don't understand the shape of this, why does it bulge out so much for the joy-cons, and then swoop in where the screen would be...the joy-cons aren't going to stick up out of the top above the screen are they?
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's NES And Game Boy Color Library With Two More Classics
Wish it was Tengen Tetris for NES though with coop mode...
Re: 'Nintendo Music' Adds Another N64 Soundtrack, Here's Every Song Included
They should just stick the entire Switch Smash Bros soundtrack on here, that'd help cover A LOT of properties, and add fun versions of many tracks too
Re: New Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom Animation Short Is So Very, Very Boring
It's cuter than I was expecting since it appears to actually be stop-motion, but otherwise, wasted potential. Still loving this game though as I slowly play through it
Re: Talking Point: What Would Be The Ideal Way To Play DS Games On 'Switch 2'?
Built in support for TATE mode would be amazing, could finally stop using the 3D printed grip that holds my joycons on each side of the vertical screen (though that works great for pinball games, and I'd imagine also DS games)
Re: NES-Inspired Platformer 'Everdeep Aurora' Is Bringing Wholesome Vibes In 2025
I was more interested until I read "procedurally-generated"
Re: Rollercoaster Tycoon Classic Is Making Its Way To Switch Next Month
Know what this makes me want, a 1994 EA/Bullfrog Theme Park remaster/remake...loved that as a kid on our DOS PC
Re: Reaction: Rest Easy, Folks, Your Switch Backlog Ain't Going Anywhere
Hope it can output at 4k, even for older games...maybe even rendering at 4k with patches...
Re: 'Nintendo Music' Hosts A Different Version Of Ocarina Of Time's Fire Temple Theme
Why not just use the version without the real chants from v1.2??
Re: Nintendo Music App: Every Game Soundtrack Included - How To Download, All Systems
As I said before, I hope they add as many tracks from Smash Bros as possible, even if that confuses what game things are from a little. Also would love to get Luigi's Mansion 2 and Zelda Link Between Worlds music too.
Re: 'Nintendo Music' Will Add More Tracks Over Time, Here's What's Been Revealed So Far
They should add everything from Smash Bros they possibly can, so many good tracks across all of Nintendo's history plus remixes and re-recordings.
Re: Digital Eclipse's 'Tetris Forever' To Include 2 MS-DOS Games
@ralphdibny He's playing the version that was included in the Microsoft Entertainment Pack:
https://archive.org/details/wep_20200803
Re: Digital Eclipse's 'Tetris Forever' To Include 2 MS-DOS Games
Oh, fun, the first version of Tetris I ever played was the Spectrum HoloByte game, which came on both 5.25" and 3.5" floppy. That said, I still wish among ALL these games they had managed to include the Tengen NES Tetris release with coop mode.
Re: Random: Oops! It Looks Like Banjo-Tooie's Idle Demo Is Sped Up On NSO
Prolly just because the demo is now running at a higher frame rate than N64 could manage. Though there used to be a cheat code to make you run faster too.
Re: Video: Yooka-Replaylee Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Original & Remaster)
Maybe I'll finally play more than the first level this time...
Re: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Swings Onto Switch Next Year
This is a fantastic DKC game, but after playing on Wii and 3DS, I might be set
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's N64 Library Next Week
Wait, N64 games support widescreen?! Or is this an emulation change, because if so, they should allow the option for all N64 games if you want to toggle proper widescreen rendering (if possible)
Re: Random: Nintendo's Museum Might Be Emulating SNES Games On Windows PC
They should all be using FPGA systems, like from Analogue, but since it's Nintendo, they have their own in-house emulators they could be using too
Re: Delightful-Looking GBC Puzzler 'Sofia The Witch' Scores Sweet Limited Collector's Edition
Are they also going to release this digitally on Switch??
Re: The Eternal Life Of Goldman's Stunning Hand-Drawn Visuals Have Blown Our Socks Off
Wow, that looks beautiful, can't wait to wishlist it if they ever put up an eshop listing...
Re: 14 Games In The Upcoming 'Tetris Forever' Compilation Have Been Confirmed
@GameOtaku Very sad no Tengen Tetris with coop mode, but also sad they couldn't have included Tetris DS, which is my other favorite version
Re: Round Up: The First Impressions Of The Nintendo Sound Clock 'Alarmo' Are In
Still sad it doesn't have a round screen like the last-gen Echo Spot, which is on Woot today for $30, and quite a bit more functional though without fun Nintendo alarms unless you set a specific sound/music track yourself of course
Re: Nintendo Announces Switch Online: Playtest Program Related To "New Feature"
Didn't get in, but since it required Switch Online+Expansion subscription, I assume it's to play test, or stress test a new online, multiplayer game, maybe Balloon Fight 99 or something unexpected like that
Re: Nintendo Switch System Update 19.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Sweet, sweet stability
Re: Random: Blimey, This 3D Printed Hyrule Model From Zelda: LTTP Is Massive
Does he say how long this took him, like most people I skipped to the end to watch the final result
Re: Poll: Are You Bothered By The Frame Rate In Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom?
Perhaps it's because I'm playing in handheld always (on my subway commutes) but it's been barely noticeable and certainly hasn't affected gameplay in the least.
Re: Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom's Frame Rate Is "Even Worse" Than Link's Awakening
Of course, had the game been locked at 30fps, either people wouldn't notice any slowdown, or they'd complain it never goes above 30fps...which used to be just fine for most games
Re: Adorable BMX Adventure 'Tanuki: Pon's Summer' Has Been Confirmed For Switch
Oh nice, I watched the trailer and hoped they'd announce this for Switch!
Re: Nintendo To Go In 'Different Direction' To Current AI Trends, Says Miyamoto
And that is why I've owned almost every Nintendo console they've ever released, because they continue to innovate and do their own thing, which is much more fun imo
Re: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge Gets A Fresh New DLC Update
Most likely dropping at noon if it's really going to be available today...well, maybe not...guess we just have to keep checking until the DLC shows up