@crispfood2 In fairness, >80% of my playtime has been handheld - so I can't speak much for docked performance. Glad that a patch is inbound though for those who have noticed and/or been disappointed in the graphical fidelity
Ah ‘the game that broke the e-shop’ is a nice final publicity angle for Team Cherry (!)
Less than 17 £GBP in the UK, so I certainly don’t begrudge the additional waiting time from release… had a few mines crashes but managed to get it downloaded now
As others have said, as soon as Outlaws hits the inevitable Ubisoft price-drop then I’ll be grabbing this without hesitation.
Other Ubi games I’ve played recently, including PoP Lost Crown and Immortals Fenyx Rising, have been pretty enjoyable. Especially Lost Crown, which IMO is a criminally underrated metroidvania
@Picola-Wicola yeh it’s a weird space we find ourselves in today, regarding expectation and entitlement…
I’m definitely not defending games that are outright broken and/or buggy messes, but equally I don’t think an occasional frame drop is reason for mass outrage and boycotting (!)
I remember one particularly nasty thread about Donkey Kong, with various contributors spitting some real venom due to the 60fps occasionally dropping just slightly lower
The Switch2 is an awesome device, but it’s not a miracle machine… the portability factor + hardware limitations are always going to mean it’s ’behind the curve’ vs its competitor contemporary consoles
I’m fine with the trade off as I travel for work, so portability is ‘the only show in town’ for me.
But Shinobi looks and plays awesome as it is IMO - but hoping the new patch works to alleviate some of the negative discourse that is ruminating..
Maybe my standards are lower than others, but the game seems fine on Switch2?
I’m definitely not turning my nose up at any patch that will improve performance/fidelity… but seems that the occasional consumer outrage is somewhat unjustified?
Aside from the lengthy period/s of absolute silence, and all the contention around whether or not this game would exist (!)…. You’ve got to hand it that TC have been extremely pro-consumer since the announcement at Gamescom.
Honouring the KS pledges of the original game with a free copy of Silksong, plus putting it on Gamepass Day1, plus an incredibly reasonable price point for everyone else….. it really is quite disheartening that TC are the exception here instead of the rule!
Would be great to see this kind of pro-customer attitude from other studios
Good luck to TC, and here’s hoping it lands well critically and commercially (I’m certain it will on both fronts)
@Notsoavid 100% mate..... I honestly think this game could have really 'taken off' if the performance/bugging had been resolved at the original launch.
Its defo scratching the MH itch. Not enjoying it as much as Rise, but I actually favour Wildhearts > World
I'm interested, but I'll just hang on a bit for gameplay footage via video reviews etc
I recently brought Wildhearts S, which many review outlets and gamers defined as 'unplayable' due to some frame drops in busy combat periods ... but genuinely I am 70hrs deep into that game and its a blast. Similar performance to how MHRise ran on Switch1.
Switch2 isn't a miracle machine, and some of these 3rd party ports will be a bit ropey....
$ 20 / £ 20 will be a killer price-point for this game, and probably the perfect sweet-spot to entice those that are 'on the fence' but not yet certain about committing.
I was expecting around ~30$ / 30£, and would have happily paid this, and equally I think Team Cherry wouldn't have been outrageous in asking this either.
If it turns out to be true, seems to be a very consumer-friendly pricing strategy.... even moreso considering the landscape of gaming becoming an increasingly expensive hobby.
Yeh I like the style, albeit the length of development time still fascinates me.... I'd love to be a fly on the wall 'behind the scenes' just to understand what took so long? I'm delighted its finally here, and it will be a day 1 for me - but my mind is blown that the development years are pretty much the same as Baldurs 3!
I like that Team Cherry have 'stuck to their guns' in terms of difficulty/challenge.
I appreciate that this may make the game inaccessible for some players who appreciate an easier ride, but equally I think that arbitrary 'difficulty sliders' can sometimes compromise the artistic vision...
@Divide_and_Wander On a serious note.... I wonder if Nintendo have been purposefully waiting to hear/lock-in the Silksong release date, and holding back on MP4 until it is clear when the release window will be.
Likely that MP4 and SS have a similar audience(?) and Nintendo is perhaps wanting players to have time to play, complete, digest SS... and then maybe this means MP4 in November/December?
@Spedfrom Fully agree re. FromSoft... they are missing an open goal here. The game just needs to mirror how it runs on Steamdeck, decent/steady 30fps with medium graphics. Also, if they put it on an actual cartridge then it would be like printing money! (ala Cyberpunk)
As much as I personally didn’t gel with Starfield, I think that it’s transition to S2 is a ‘good thing’ in terms of hopefully paving the way for more ports… assuming it sells of course!
It seems like less devs than ever are putting out demos, which seems strange as surely this is a great way to secure pre-orders and/or sell people on the game who might be sat on the fence?
A good chance to test performance also. I downloaded the Wildhearts demo and had a great time, so much so that I preordered. Without the demo though I fear that review may have put me off due to the frame blips (still v playable though in my opinion and a ton of fun. Performance is similar to how MHRise played on OG Switch)
Ha..! I have a lot of time for Geoff, and am personally thankful he does his bit in keeping Gamescom and TGA alive.
And obviously there will be HK:SS news this week. The game has been confirmed playable (on the ROG Xbox Ally I believe?) so it makes sense that a release date will land
@zander_dale the TomToc cross body is a class act so far. I’d say actually that most of TT’s peripheral accessories are pretty decent.
The main/official dock is sadly way too big for the bag. However, swapping it out for the Travel Dock means that it comfortably houses the Switch2 console, needed cables (HDMI and Charger) + pro controller 2.
The cross bag is actually now my default storage for all the aforementioned, with the original dock now actually boxed away
4 days in the travel dock is proving really solid. So much less cumbersome to drag around to hotels and set up etc
Not sure I’d recommend if you’re just wanting a ‘spare’ dock for another room at home… but if you’re after a travel option then it’s an easy justification to buy 👍
I got this a couple of days back - and the review hits the nail on the head "a great travel accessory" .
I basically brought this for hotel hopping, and it does the job brilliantly. Worked straight out the box, no firmware updates or messing required.
Barely takes up any space at all, great for just stuffing in the bag with the charger and HMDI (For reference I am using both official charger and official HDMI that came with Switch2)
I use the Tomtoc Sling Crossbody Bag for travel, and now can very comfortably fit in: Switch2 console, Official HDMI Cable, Official Charger, ANTANK Travel Dock, Pro Controller 2
For anyone reading this article and wanting a first-hand experience... yesterday arrived the SIWIQU Switch 2 TV Dock (1st listed 3rd party dock in the article)
Ran fine straight out the box, very light/compact and exactly what I wanted for easy travel use. No cables included, so I just use the official HMDI and official charger that came with the Switch2. Delighted with it, seems working fine.
Wherever possible I'd actually prefer to use official Nintendo peripherals... but for some reason they don't seem to want to manufacture any smaller/portable docks? Perhaps they did for Switch 1 and I missed it
Anyway, SIWIQU Switch 2 TV Dock is a solid buy IMO. 24 hours later and still not bricked... yet (!)
@nmanifold yeh my plan was to use that 3rd-party mini cable/dock with the official Switch2 charger.
Any negatives experienced from the device? Or anything lacking in your opinion?
I basically want something small and 'no nonsense' for travel. I used to have the Genki Covert Dock 2, which was incredible btw, but not compatible with Switch2 sadly
@nmanifold I’m really interested in the Jemdo adapter
How long is the cable please? I think I read it is approx 2M…. Which makes it longer than the Switch 2 official HDMI cable? (Which is approx 1.5M I think?)
I’m hesitant about the choice to go live-action. I think the casting decisions (so far) seem pretty decent, but I can’t help thinking this project might have worked better as an animated endeavour… something really stylistic, similar to Arcane / Edgerunners / Spiderverse
The tonality is my biggest concern though, and just praying it doesn’t turn into another quip-fest
Nah, I'm sure its 'fine' but there are just so many other great games competing for my time!
Nothing about this game excites me in any way, but I can appreciate the effort in showcasing the mouse functionality... But it would also be great to see this implemented in existing/new games, things like D:OS2 for example... or Disco Elysium, anything that would/could benefit from mouse controls
@PeterTomlan86 Have you played Disco Elysium? This is such a great ride in terms of shaping the narrative, based on your dialogue choices and decisions (whilst you try to solve a murder, playing as an amnesiac cop with a substance abuse problem lol)
It is a terrific game, but quite adult in its themes and tonality
I'm not normally one to comment, and generally I'm more of an optimist that 'tries to see the upside' in most things
But that Direct.... honestly was perhaps the most underwhelming I've ever seen.
I saw an angry Redditor post that "the direct could have just been an email" (lol!) and actually agree with that.
I suspected we might at least get some release dates/windows for confirmed titles... FF7 Remake, Elden Ring, even Hades 2? (Silksong being at Gamescon in a few weeks basically ruled out any updates via the Direct, no surprises there at least)
A lot fo the titles were absolute filler, and many looked like cheap shovelware. And did the "one last thing" really need to be two(!) HD-2D games from Square Enix?
To my limited understanding, the Switch2 is essentially as powerful as the Steamdeck (give/take +/- in some areas) and it would be nice to see the hardware actually taken advantage of...
Many of us brought in to this new hardware to actually see it put to some use.
I recently played through THPS3+4, which was brilliant, and probably a good example of what the S2 is actually capable of. Likewise for DK, not my thing personally but at least it feels relatively 'contemporary'.
I'm certainly no FPS snob, and like to think I have a 'realistic' grasp of what Switch and Switch2 are capable of..... but honestly sure Switch2 should be able to hit a steady 60 with this game?? Its a retro-inspired 2D scroller??
Locked 30 on Switch1 should be feasible too right?
I can happily accept frame drops on something like Wildhearts, which pushes the tech a bit more, but NJ:R should surely be able to muster a decent performance on both Switch and S2
In which I am amazed to see MKW selling so well... especially in the wake of all the internet uproar regarding the price tag!
This perhaps says more about the consumer appetite for physical releases (and wanting a 'hard copy' MKW) instead of the game's quality?
On a personal note - I got MKW in a bundle with the Switch2...and absolutely think the game was a steal for the bundle price
But I think I would have felt disappointed to have spent 80£ on the physical.
Each to their own though, and am delighted to see DK doing so well. The reception to this game, critical and general/players, has been incredibly strong.
Shredder’s Revenge was a banger of a game, great fun to co-op with the kids also - a real blast.
Any word on the soundtrack here? TMNT:SR had tracks from WuTang I recall… wonder if the clan will return for Cosmic Invasion?
Great mix of characters also, the roster is shaping up to be a great mix of ‘well knowns’ with a few surprise additions.
As much as I love the AAA space, I genuinely welcome games like this also. Hope it gets plenty of love at release, surely the Christmas window will help shift some units also
I’ve taken the plunge and ordered, based on the demo quality
There are certainly some dips, but genuinely nothing that makes this game unplayable…. It kind of reminds me of how MHRise played on the OG Switch (but muddy, few frame drops, but overall incredibly fun)
I love the genre and have been genuinely looking forward to this. Nothing is ‘perfect’ I guess, and seems that the gaming community are harder to please than ever. I just read some review bombs for the new Tony hawk because songs were missing
Demo has me concerned about general performance, which seems a bit sloppy here… as this could be a really wasted opportunity for a renaissance of this title!
Hoping and praying that the final release version has some improvements, but not holding my breath
The demo actually had the inverse effect on me, in that it prevented me from preordering! Fingers crossed, but not expecting a lot here
Polishing off THPS 3+4 on Switch2... A real joy to play!
Props to the devs also for their efforts in curating the new/original levels (especially Waterpark!) which are genuinely quite decent.
Decided to essentially complete all the 'Pro Goals' in career mode, bringing both 3 + 4 to 100%, and then park the game. I'm not sure I have it in me to beat career mode with every character for various unlocks...
DK has me interested, but keeping it on ice for a week. Really interested in Wild Hearts, and praying the final release reviews better than the recent demo.... If WH reviews OK, I'll go for that - but if it bombs - DK all the way I guess.
Let me do my bit to genuinely advocate for this case, as well as TomToc as a reputable brand
I have the case in question for my Switch 2, as well as their identical versions for my OLED Switch and Steamdeck
Really classy looking, with a nice range of colours to suit minimalists or someone wanting something a bit flasher
Generally speaking I have a separate cable pouch bag for travel/work (also TomToc!) that I keep my global converter charging plug and accessories… so just having the 1 hard shell case for the switch 2 is ideal
Pretty happy with this, and a far better result than I'd dare hope for!
Casting relative 'unknowns' is a great win I think, and will allow the project to speak for itself somewhat.... as opposed to relying on star power etc
Ganon casting will be interesting, and I'm pretty optimistic for it
I'm pretty excited actually for what may come from the 3rd party side... seems like there is a ton of potential for some real bangers to come to Switch2, not to mention recent hits like E33 / KCD2 / Blue Prince / Tekken 8 / Lies of P etc.
Agree that Game Key-Cards suck, but made a call to go (begrudgingly) 'fully digital' for Switch2 -
OK so just to clarify, these charts are based on physical sales right? But... we are assumedly counting "code-in-a-box" as a physical sale? (based on Switch2 THPS sales being included, and I believe THPS on Switch2 is CiaB??)
Aside from that, delighted to see THPS do so well - quite the achievement also considering it is/was a Gamepass Day1
@nessisonett Yeah I'm inclined to agree with your take there, and you do really see the difference in comparing the layouts/maps for 3 vs 4... and how 3 was/is effectively designed to work around a 2-minute timer.
I'm still having a blast though, although enjoying 3 considerably more than 4 at this point (currently dropped 4, in an attempt to 100% #3 first with my custom character)
It is a shame they couldn't have done 'more' with the approach to 4, but otherwise I think the game plays wonderfully and looks amazing. Even Switch2 handheld performance is pretty exemplary
I hope it sells well, in the vain and naive hope that Activision/Blizzard look to make more of these... ideally a brand new modern-day game would be incredible, something similar to the THUG setup.
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Re: Shinobi: Art Of Vengeance Is Getting A Resolution Update On Switch
@crispfood2 In fairness, >80% of my playtime has been handheld - so I can't speak much for docked performance. Glad that a patch is inbound though for those who have noticed and/or been disappointed in the graphical fidelity
Re: The Switch eShop And Steam Are Buckling Under The Weight Of Silksong
Ah ‘the game that broke the e-shop’ is a nice final publicity angle for Team Cherry (!)
Less than 17 £GBP in the UK, so I certainly don’t begrudge the additional waiting time from release… had a few mines crashes but managed to get it downloaded now
Re: Review: Star Wars Outlaws (Switch 2) - An Underrated Adventure, A Super-Solid Port
Maybe there’s hope for Elden Ring yet….!?
As others have said, as soon as Outlaws hits the inevitable Ubisoft price-drop then I’ll be grabbing this without hesitation.
Other Ubi games I’ve played recently, including PoP Lost Crown and Immortals Fenyx Rising, have been pretty enjoyable. Especially Lost Crown, which IMO is a criminally underrated metroidvania
Re: Shinobi: Art Of Vengeance Is Getting A Resolution Update On Switch
@Picola-Wicola yeh it’s a weird space we find ourselves in today, regarding expectation and entitlement…
I’m definitely not defending games that are outright broken and/or buggy messes, but equally I don’t think an occasional frame drop is reason for mass outrage and boycotting (!)
I remember one particularly nasty thread about Donkey Kong, with various contributors spitting some real venom due to the 60fps occasionally dropping just slightly lower
The Switch2 is an awesome device, but it’s not a miracle machine… the portability factor + hardware limitations are always going to mean it’s ’behind the curve’ vs its competitor contemporary consoles
I’m fine with the trade off as I travel for work, so portability is ‘the only show in town’ for me.
But Shinobi looks and plays awesome as it is IMO - but hoping the new patch works to alleviate some of the negative discourse that is ruminating..
Re: Shinobi: Art Of Vengeance Is Getting A Resolution Update On Switch
Maybe my standards are lower than others, but the game seems fine on Switch2?
I’m definitely not turning my nose up at any patch that will improve performance/fidelity… but seems that the occasional consumer outrage is somewhat unjustified?
Re: Video: We've Played Star Wars Outlaws On Switch 2 - Here's 16 Minutes Of Gameplay
I'm 100% going to get this.. but not right now.
Ubisoft games seem to go on sale super quickly, like a couple of months following release... so DekuDeals alert is set up
Re: Review: Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion (Switch 2) - Decently Deep Mech Combat, But Clunky In Parts
I'll grab this 100%, but only as/when it lands on sale
Re: Team Cherry Provides One Last Silksong Update Before Launch
Aside from the lengthy period/s of absolute silence, and all the contention around whether or not this game would exist (!)…. You’ve got to hand it that TC have been extremely pro-consumer since the announcement at Gamescom.
Honouring the KS pledges of the original game with a free copy of Silksong, plus putting it on Gamepass Day1, plus an incredibly reasonable price point for everyone else….. it really is quite disheartening that TC are the exception here instead of the rule!
Would be great to see this kind of pro-customer attitude from other studios
Good luck to TC, and here’s hoping it lands well critically and commercially (I’m certain it will on both fronts)
Re: UK Charts: Metal Gear Solid 3 And Gears Of War Shake Up The Top Ten
Great to see the Birdman still hanging in at #10…! Would hope the sales revenue can justify a THUG remake - or even better, a completely new entry..?
Re: The Force Isn't Strong With Star Wars Outlaws On Switch 2, Initial Impressions Suggest
@Notsoavid 100% mate..... I honestly think this game could have really 'taken off' if the performance/bugging had been resolved at the original launch.
Its defo scratching the MH itch. Not enjoying it as much as Rise, but I actually favour Wildhearts > World
Re: The Force Isn't Strong With Star Wars Outlaws On Switch 2, Initial Impressions Suggest
I'm interested, but I'll just hang on a bit for gameplay footage via video reviews etc
I recently brought Wildhearts S, which many review outlets and gamers defined as 'unplayable' due to some frame drops in busy combat periods ... but genuinely I am 70hrs deep into that game and its a blast. Similar performance to how MHRise ran on Switch1.
Switch2 isn't a miracle machine, and some of these 3rd party ports will be a bit ropey....
Re: Hollow Knight: Silksong's Price Appears To Have Leaked
$ 20 / £ 20 will be a killer price-point for this game, and probably the perfect sweet-spot to entice those that are 'on the fence' but not yet certain about committing.
I was expecting around ~30$ / 30£, and would have happily paid this, and equally I think Team Cherry wouldn't have been outrageous in asking this either.
If it turns out to be true, seems to be a very consumer-friendly pricing strategy.... even moreso considering the landscape of gaming becoming an increasingly expensive hobby.
Re: Poll: When The Heck Is Metroid Prime 4 Actually Launching?
My excitement is definitely tempered, mainly due to this title being BC with Switch1....
I appreciate it will still look and play remarkable on Switch2, but I'm really keen now for new titles to fully take advantage of the new tech.
Re: Opinion: Silksong's Big 'Anticlimactic' Premiere Was Absolutely Perfect
Yeh I like the style, albeit the length of development time still fascinates me.... I'd love to be a fly on the wall 'behind the scenes' just to understand what took so long? I'm delighted its finally here, and it will be a day 1 for me - but my mind is blown that the development years are pretty much the same as Baldurs 3!
Re: Round Up: The Final Previews Are In For Hollow Knight: Silksong
@H3X3NH4MM3R - that is a great quote! A podcast I regularly listen to (WhatCulture Gaming, UK) quoted the same words last week, and rings very true.
Props to Team Cherry, as ultimately I want to experience the nature of the game as the devs intended it - in its purest curated form etc
Quite looking forward to it actually, bring on the 4th
Re: Round Up: The Final Previews Are In For Hollow Knight: Silksong
I like that Team Cherry have 'stuck to their guns' in terms of difficulty/challenge.
I appreciate that this may make the game inaccessible for some players who appreciate an easier ride, but equally I think that arbitrary 'difficulty sliders' can sometimes compromise the artistic vision...
Re: Review: ANTANK S3 MAX TV Dock Station For Nintendo Switch 2 - A Decent Little Travel Dock
@PeterPanana Sorry to hear that but I haven't experienced this at all! Maybe something else? Have you since re-tested the Nintendo dock??
Re: Hollow Knight: Silksong Finally Has A Release Date
@Divide_and_Wander On a serious note.... I wonder if Nintendo have been purposefully waiting to hear/lock-in the Silksong release date, and holding back on MP4 until it is clear when the release window will be.
Likely that MP4 and SS have a similar audience(?) and Nintendo is perhaps wanting players to have time to play, complete, digest SS... and then maybe this means MP4 in November/December?
Re: Video: We've Played Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade On Switch 2
@Spedfrom Fully agree re. FromSoft... they are missing an open goal here. The game just needs to mirror how it runs on Steamdeck, decent/steady 30fps with medium graphics. Also, if they put it on an actual cartridge then it would be like printing money! (ala Cyberpunk)
Re: Hollow Knight: Silksong Offers Buttery Smooth Performance On Switch 2
This news is great of course, but I fear that expectations of this game have surpassed the reality of what will be delivered.
I'm sure that Team Cherry will have created a great game, but the development time + hype might hurt the landing somewhat..
Re: Rumour: Another Bethesda Game Is Landing On Switch 2, It's Claimed
As much as I personally didn’t gel with Starfield, I think that it’s transition to S2 is a ‘good thing’ in terms of hopefully paving the way for more ports… assuming it sells of course!
Re: Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion Gets A Free Demo On Switch 2
Downloading now…
It seems like less devs than ever are putting out demos, which seems strange as surely this is a great way to secure pre-orders and/or sell people on the game who might be sat on the fence?
A good chance to test performance also. I downloaded the Wildhearts demo and had a great time, so much so that I preordered. Without the demo though I fear that review may have put me off due to the frame blips (still v playable though in my opinion and a ton of fun. Performance is similar to how MHRise played on OG Switch)
Re: Geoff Keighley Either Knows Something About Silksong, Or Is Just Being A Tool
Ha..! I have a lot of time for Geoff, and am personally thankful he does his bit in keeping Gamescom and TGA alive.
And obviously there will be HK:SS news this week. The game has been confirmed playable (on the ROG Xbox Ally I believe?) so it makes sense that a release date will land
Re: Preview: Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion - A Smart Evolution For Mech Fans, And A Good Early Test For Switch 2
This wasn’t in my radar at all, but the preview has genuinely got me interested.
Upcoming 1st party lineup isn’t doing much for me, not a huge fan of Pokémon / Kirby etc…. But this has me invested
In a huge fan of monster hunter and that comparison sounds intriguing
Re: Review: ANTANK S3 MAX TV Dock Station For Nintendo Switch 2 - A Decent Little Travel Dock
@zander_dale the TomToc cross body is a class act so far. I’d say actually that most of TT’s peripheral accessories are pretty decent.
The main/official dock is sadly way too big for the bag. However, swapping it out for the Travel Dock means that it comfortably houses the Switch2 console, needed cables (HDMI and Charger) + pro controller 2.
The cross bag is actually now my default storage for all the aforementioned, with the original dock now actually boxed away
4 days in the travel dock is proving really solid. So much less cumbersome to drag around to hotels and set up etc
Not sure I’d recommend if you’re just wanting a ‘spare’ dock for another room at home… but if you’re after a travel option then it’s an easy justification to buy 👍
Re: Review: ANTANK S3 MAX TV Dock Station For Nintendo Switch 2 - A Decent Little Travel Dock
I got this a couple of days back - and the review hits the nail on the head "a great travel accessory" .
I basically brought this for hotel hopping, and it does the job brilliantly. Worked straight out the box, no firmware updates or messing required.
Barely takes up any space at all, great for just stuffing in the bag with the charger and HMDI (For reference I am using both official charger and official HDMI that came with Switch2)
I use the Tomtoc Sling Crossbody Bag for travel, and now can very comfortably fit in: Switch2 console, Official HDMI Cable, Official Charger, ANTANK Travel Dock, Pro Controller 2
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Re: Round Up: The First "Hands On" Impressions Of The Pokémon Legends: Z-A Demo Are In
Last I played was Sw/Sh …. Following a departure from the series since classic Blue/Red
Enjoyable but way too easy for it to engage me
Similar to how people want Soulslikes to have easier sliders, I’d love this game to have something to organically ramp up the difficulty
Re: Best Nintendo Switch 2 Third-Party TV Docks
For anyone reading this article and wanting a first-hand experience... yesterday arrived the SIWIQU Switch 2 TV Dock (1st listed 3rd party dock in the article)
Ran fine straight out the box, very light/compact and exactly what I wanted for easy travel use. No cables included, so I just use the official HMDI and official charger that came with the Switch2. Delighted with it, seems working fine.
Wherever possible I'd actually prefer to use official Nintendo peripherals... but for some reason they don't seem to want to manufacture any smaller/portable docks? Perhaps they did for Switch 1 and I missed it
Anyway, SIWIQU Switch 2 TV Dock is a solid buy IMO. 24 hours later and still not bricked... yet (!)
Re: Disco Elysium-Inspired Narrative RPG 'Rue Valley' Gains A Switch Release
Really intrigued by this. As a huge Disco fan, and relatively fond of time travel/loop narratives, this game is definitely on the watch list
Always good to see Switch 2 as part of the distribution roster, hopefully the mouse controls can be put to use here
Re: Best Nintendo Switch 2 Third-Party TV Docks
@nmanifold yeh my plan was to use that 3rd-party mini cable/dock with the official Switch2 charger.
Any negatives experienced from the device? Or anything lacking in your opinion?
I basically want something small and 'no nonsense' for travel. I used to have the Genki Covert Dock 2, which was incredible btw, but not compatible with Switch2 sadly
Re: Best Nintendo Switch 2 Third-Party TV Docks
@nmanifold I’m really interested in the Jemdo adapter
How long is the cable please? I think I read it is approx 2M…. Which makes it longer than the Switch 2 official HDMI cable? (Which is approx 1.5M I think?)
Re: The Legend Of Zelda Movie's Official Social Media Account Goes Live
I’m hesitant about the choice to go live-action. I think the casting decisions (so far) seem pretty decent, but I can’t help thinking this project might have worked better as an animated endeavour… something really stylistic, similar to Arcane / Edgerunners / Spiderverse
The tonality is my biggest concern though, and just praying it doesn’t turn into another quip-fest
Re: After Some Early Issues, Genki Has Finally Upgraded Select Switch 2 Accessories
Hopefully they’re rustling up a new S2-compatible Covert Dock? Their CD2 was one of my best accessories for OG Switch
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting The Switch 2's Next Exclusive 'Drag x Drive'?
Nah, I'm sure its 'fine' but there are just so many other great games competing for my time!
Nothing about this game excites me in any way, but I can appreciate the effort in showcasing the mouse functionality... But it would also be great to see this implemented in existing/new games, things like D:OS2 for example... or Disco Elysium, anything that would/could benefit from mouse controls
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Indie World Showcase Predictions - What Do You Hope To See?
Baldurs 3!
Larian is technically an indie dev 😉😂
Re: Surprise! Nintendo Announces Indie World Showcase For Thursday 7th August 2025
Well, Larian is 'technically' an indie developer..... BG3 port inbound!
Re: Octopath Traveler 0 Has Been Rated For Switch And Switch 2
@PeterTomlan86 Have you played Disco Elysium? This is such a great ride in terms of shaping the narrative, based on your dialogue choices and decisions (whilst you try to solve a murder, playing as an amnesiac cop with a substance abuse problem lol)
It is a terrific game, but quite adult in its themes and tonality
Re: Reaction: Switch 2 Needed A Partner Showcase With Pep; This Wasn't It
I'm not normally one to comment, and generally I'm more of an optimist that 'tries to see the upside' in most things
But that Direct.... honestly was perhaps the most underwhelming I've ever seen.
I saw an angry Redditor post that "the direct could have just been an email" (lol!) and actually agree with that.
I suspected we might at least get some release dates/windows for confirmed titles... FF7 Remake, Elden Ring, even Hades 2?
(Silksong being at Gamescon in a few weeks basically ruled out any updates via the Direct, no surprises there at least)
A lot fo the titles were absolute filler, and many looked like cheap shovelware. And did the "one last thing" really need to be two(!) HD-2D games from Square Enix?
To my limited understanding, the Switch2 is essentially as powerful as the Steamdeck (give/take +/- in some areas) and it would be nice to see the hardware actually taken advantage of...
Many of us brought in to this new hardware to actually see it put to some use.
I recently played through THPS3+4, which was brilliant, and probably a good example of what the S2 is actually capable of. Likewise for DK, not my thing personally but at least it feels relatively 'contemporary'.
Re: Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound Will "Average" 30fps On Switch
I'm certainly no FPS snob, and like to think I have a 'realistic' grasp of what Switch and Switch2 are capable of..... but honestly sure Switch2 should be able to hit a steady 60 with this game?? Its a retro-inspired 2D scroller??
Locked 30 on Switch1 should be feasible too right?
I can happily accept frame drops on something like Wildhearts, which pushes the tech a bit more, but NJ:R should surely be able to muster a decent performance on both Switch and S2
Re: UK Charts: No Prizes For Guessing Who Overtook Donkey Kong Bananza This Week
This is physical release chart only right?
In which I am amazed to see MKW selling so well... especially in the wake of all the internet uproar regarding the price tag!
This perhaps says more about the consumer appetite for physical releases (and wanting a 'hard copy' MKW) instead of the game's quality?
On a personal note - I got MKW in a bundle with the Switch2...and absolutely think the game was a steal for the bundle price
But I think I would have felt disappointed to have spent 80£ on the physical.
Each to their own though, and am delighted to see DK doing so well. The reception to this game, critical and general/players, has been incredibly strong.
Re: Marvel's New Beat 'Em Up 'Cosmic Invasion' Reveals Two More Playable Characters
Genuinely looking forward to this!
Shredder’s Revenge was a banger of a game, great fun to co-op with the kids also - a real blast.
Any word on the soundtrack here? TMNT:SR had tracks from WuTang I recall… wonder if the clan will return for Cosmic Invasion?
Great mix of characters also, the roster is shaping up to be a great mix of ‘well knowns’ with a few surprise additions.
As much as I love the AAA space, I genuinely welcome games like this also. Hope it gets plenty of love at release, surely the Christmas window will help shift some units also
Re: Review: Wild Hearts S (Switch 2) - Monster Hunting That's Satisfying, If Unspectacular
I’ve taken the plunge and ordered, based on the demo quality
There are certainly some dips, but genuinely nothing that makes this game unplayable…. It kind of reminds me of how MHRise played on the OG Switch (but muddy, few frame drops, but overall incredibly fun)
I love the genre and have been genuinely looking forward to this. Nothing is ‘perfect’ I guess, and seems that the gaming community are harder to please than ever. I just read some review bombs for the new Tony hawk because songs were missing
Re: ICYMI: Koei Tecmo Has Released A 'Wild Hearts S' Demo On Switch 2
Demo has me concerned about general performance, which seems a bit sloppy here… as this could be a really wasted opportunity for a renaissance of this title!
Hoping and praying that the final release version has some improvements, but not holding my breath
The demo actually had the inverse effect on me, in that it prevented me from preordering!
Fingers crossed, but not expecting a lot here
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (19th July)
Polishing off THPS 3+4 on Switch2... A real joy to play!
Props to the devs also for their efforts in curating the new/original levels (especially Waterpark!) which are genuinely quite decent.
Decided to essentially complete all the 'Pro Goals' in career mode, bringing both 3 + 4 to 100%, and then park the game. I'm not sure I have it in me to beat career mode with every character for various unlocks...
DK has me interested, but keeping it on ice for a week. Really interested in Wild Hearts, and praying the final release reviews better than the recent demo....
If WH reviews OK, I'll go for that - but if it bombs - DK all the way I guess.
Re: Mini Review: tomtoc FancyCase-G05 For Switch 2 - A Slim Case That Nails The Fundamentals
Let me do my bit to genuinely advocate for this case, as well as TomToc as a reputable brand
I have the case in question for my Switch 2, as well as their identical versions for my OLED Switch and Steamdeck
Really classy looking, with a nice range of colours to suit minimalists or someone wanting something a bit flasher
Generally speaking I have a separate cable pouch bag for travel/work (also TomToc!) that I keep my global converter charging plug and accessories… so just having the 1 hard shell case for the switch 2 is ideal
Re: Mortal Kombat Releases Johnny Cage Teaser Ahead Of Official Sequel Trailer
Ha what a pleasant & fun surprise!
I actually feared for this casting choice (Karl would have been a great Kano right?) but I think that 60 seconds has absolutely won me over.
The new MK could be a fun time, definitely some potential for a good ‘popcorn movie’
Re: Nintendo Announces First Cast Members For The Legend Of Zelda Movie
Pretty happy with this, and a far better result than I'd dare hope for!
Casting relative 'unknowns' is a great win I think, and will allow the project to speak for itself somewhat.... as opposed to relying on star power etc
Ganon casting will be interesting, and I'm pretty optimistic for it
Re: Rumour: Major Third-Party Devs Reportedly Sitting On Multiple Switch 2 Announcements
I'm pretty excited actually for what may come from the 3rd party side... seems like there is a ton of potential for some real bangers to come to Switch2, not to mention recent hits like E33 / KCD2 / Blue Prince / Tekken 8 / Lies of P etc.
Agree that Game Key-Cards suck, but made a call to go (begrudgingly) 'fully digital' for Switch2 -
Re: UK Charts: Tony Hawk Puts Up A Gnarly Debut, But There's No Catching Mario Kart World
OK so just to clarify, these charts are based on physical sales right? But... we are assumedly counting "code-in-a-box" as a physical sale? (based on Switch2 THPS sales being included, and I believe THPS on Switch2 is CiaB??)
Aside from that, delighted to see THPS do so well - quite the achievement also considering it is/was a Gamepass Day1
Re: Review: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 (Switch 2) - A Welcome Reminder Of The Series' Glory Days
@nessisonett Yeah I'm inclined to agree with your take there, and you do really see the difference in comparing the layouts/maps for 3 vs 4... and how 3 was/is effectively designed to work around a 2-minute timer.
I'm still having a blast though, although enjoying 3 considerably more than 4 at this point (currently dropped 4, in an attempt to 100% #3 first with my custom character)
It is a shame they couldn't have done 'more' with the approach to 4, but otherwise I think the game plays wonderfully and looks amazing. Even Switch2 handheld performance is pretty exemplary
I hope it sells well, in the vain and naive hope that Activision/Blizzard look to make more of these... ideally a brand new modern-day game would be incredible, something similar to the THUG setup.