Hello, I've recieved some comments on what I wrote 3 years ago and wanted to respond and try to clarify. My point is that in some cases it's as if portraying a woman can only be done by, or is only interesting if showing the body in a sexual way - ass, legs, boobs, in tiny clothing, showing underwear - and sometimes with a perplexed expression in her face. This is objectifying. As the article says, the magazine made a mistake to portray Link as a woman instead, but why make these exposed images of a female version of Link in this type of magazine (which I assume is just a regular magazine)? Would they have portrayed Link as a male in the same way? How would you react to that? Would it seem appropriate here? Sure, this magazine is old and we've come a long way since, but I still see women portrayed like this in unnecessary contexts. I understand that in a fantasy world you want to fantasize, but in this particular case the idea was not to sexualize Link, right? It was just to make him as female. Is this what it means to be a woman? Role models are important, it doesn't matter if they're "real" or not.
For the 10 year anniversary of 3DS, I bought Pokémon Ultra Moon today. Missed out on some good games at the end of its era. I'm thinking of getting Story of seasons trio of towns as well.
I've started going through my backlog of half finished games and have now finished Pokémon Shield, Ys VIII and Night in the Woods. This week end I'm playing Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch.
I've also downloaded Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy to play together with my mother next week when I'll visit her.
I'm back to YS VIII after a break and now I'm hooked again and almost forgot to play Animal Crossing yesterday! Didn't think it would be that easy to get back to it.
That was... not what I wanted. Since getting Ring Fit Adventure I've been thinking it'd be cool if it was a collab with Pokémon, kind of like Pokémon Go but Ring Fit Adventure style!
A game that really surprised me was Headlander, I don't think it's released on Switch though. I also liked Yoku's Island Express and Battle Chef Brigade. They all feel innovative and a bit different from other games.
For me, one important aspect of a turn-based game is that the fights shouldn't be/feel too slow and boring and I think this one might be. Otherwise looking interesting.
I would love to have Animal Crossing as a physical copy but at the same time I know it's a game I'll want to start quickly and inbetween other games, so it'll be digital.
I had a long break but now I'm hooked again on My time at Portia. Just got married to Aadit after 90 hours of gameplay! I can really spend whole days on this game...
I'll definetly get it but will wait untill christmas (Having so many on-going games and pre-ordered Pokémon is coming soon). Hopefully multiplayer will be nice with the family.
I'm having so many adventures going on: Dragon Quest XI, Ni no Kuni, Cosmic Star Heroine and Night in the Woods. Also playing some Killer Queen Black but match making is just too long which means I'm not really playing it, just waiting to get to play...
@Joe-b I know, too many great games now. I played Link's Awakening on Game Boy as a child, therefore it'll have to wait untill I played other games new to me first, but I will get it someday. Yeah, I'm getting Dragon Quest XI for my birthday in the beginning of October!
I'll probably not get everything this week but I'm interested in Ni No Kuni, Zelda and Sayonara Wild Hearts. My partner is getting Untitled Goose Game and I might borrow that too. Nice week!
I actually bought Just Dance 2018 on sale today and also getting back to Fitness Boxing, need to get some training. Otherwise I'm playing Astral Chain and Dragon Quest XI demo. Maybe some SNES too.
@gloom I agree, the controls are a bit different from other games which make them harder to master. I confuse the buttons alot. Only 3 hours in so I hope I'll get it soon.
@Jezebel95 It's alright, could've been a worse spoiler. It's just that I thought I was almost finished (on chapter 17) and then could start Astral Chain, but now I feel I can't really wait longer. I've also played Fire Emblem alot since it launched (already finished Black Eagles and now end of Blue Lions). It's my first FE and I love it. Will get back to it in between other games for sure!
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Re: Random: Artwork In Retro Japanese Magazine Depicts Link As A Female
Hello, I've recieved some comments on what I wrote 3 years ago and wanted to respond and try to clarify.
My point is that in some cases it's as if portraying a woman can only be done by, or is only interesting if showing the body in a sexual way - ass, legs, boobs, in tiny clothing, showing underwear - and sometimes with a perplexed expression in her face. This is objectifying.
As the article says, the magazine made a mistake to portray Link as a woman instead, but why make these exposed images of a female version of Link in this type of magazine (which I assume is just a regular magazine)? Would they have portrayed Link as a male in the same way? How would you react to that? Would it seem appropriate here?
Sure, this magazine is old and we've come a long way since, but I still see women portrayed like this in unnecessary contexts. I understand that in a fantasy world you want to fantasize, but in this particular case the idea was not to sexualize Link, right? It was just to make him as female. Is this what it means to be a woman? Role models are important, it doesn't matter if they're "real" or not.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 27th)
For the 10 year anniversary of 3DS, I bought Pokémon Ultra Moon today. Missed out on some good games at the end of its era. I'm thinking of getting Story of seasons trio of towns as well.
Re: Nintendo Offers Rare Savings On Mario Switch Games In Europe
35% instead of 33%? 😅
Re: Get A First Look At The Story Of Seasons Marriage Candidates
@Cynas Yes! Can they please acknowledge adult gamers? We grew up.
Re: Get A First Look At The Story Of Seasons Marriage Candidates
Might be the first time I go for a girl. Laura and Bridget look nice!
Re: Poll: Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit Is Out Today On Switch, Are You Getting It?
My cats would probably love this.
Re: Poll: Have You Won A Game Of Super Mario Bros. 35?
I've downloaded the game but not played it yet, hmmm, what should I vote?
Re: Round Up: All The Games From The Nintendo Indie World Showcase - August 2020
A short hike is sweet but very, yeah, short.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 15th)
I've started going through my backlog of half finished games and have now finished Pokémon Shield, Ys VIII and Night in the Woods. This week end I'm playing Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch.
I've also downloaded Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy to play together with my mother next week when I'll visit her.
Re: Pokémon-Like Nexomon: Extinction Will Have 381 Monsters, And (Almost) All Have Now Been Revealed
@XCWarrior I won't look at it either, but I would like to see them without their evolutions, which is not possible in this list.
Re: Pokémon-Like Nexomon: Extinction Will Have 381 Monsters, And (Almost) All Have Now Been Revealed
I would like a list with no evolved ones, I think it spoils the game a bit when you already know what they will look like when they evolve.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 8th)
I'm back to YS VIII after a break and now I'm hooked again and almost forgot to play Animal Crossing yesterday! Didn't think it would be that easy to get back to it.
Re: Animal Crossing: New Horizons Update 1.4.0 Patch Notes - Save Data Backup, Fireworks, Dreaming And More
@Anti-Matter I understand, I just wish it could be a choice to go to random islands, easily jump in without a code.
Re: Animal Crossing: New Horizons Update 1.4.0 Patch Notes - Save Data Backup, Fireworks, Dreaming And More
What is even the point in dreaming if you need a dream address? I'm disapointed but not surprised since Nintendo is always too cautious.
Re: Pokémon Unite, An Online Team Battle Game, Revealed For Switch And Mobile
That was... not what I wanted. Since getting Ring Fit Adventure I've been thinking it'd be cool if it was a collab with Pokémon, kind of like Pokémon Go but Ring Fit Adventure style!
Re: UK Charts: Ring Fit Adventure Continues To Impress As Nintendo Takes Half Of The Top Ten
I bought Ring Fit Adventure last week as it was finally in stock. Love it!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 20th)
Finally got Ring Fit Adventure! Also playing Animal Crossing NH and Xenoblade Chronicles.
Re: Community: Found A Real Gem On Switch eShop? We Want To Hear From You
A game that really surprised me was Headlander, I don't think it's released on Switch though. I also liked Yoku's Island Express and Battle Chef Brigade. They all feel innovative and a bit different from other games.
Re: Switch-Bound Tactical Roguelike Rogue Lords Proves That It's Good To Be Bad
For me, one important aspect of a turn-based game is that the fights shouldn't be/feel too slow and boring and I think this one might be. Otherwise looking interesting.
Re: The Wonderful 101: Remastered
@Bunkerneath I got it, thank you! Though it says it's not available in my region so I'm sorry if I got it for nothing...
Edit: It works now
Re: How Well Do You Know Mario?
Mario is younger than me?! Mamma mia...
Re: A "Bonus One-Off" Splatfest Will Take Place In Splatoon 2 Next Month
Why did they not choose the toilet paper splatfest in these times?
Re: Guide: Where To Buy Ring Fit Adventure For Nintendo Switch
And I JUST NOW got to know that my Ring fit adventure order has been canceled... So sad.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 4th)
I wonder for how long Animal crossing will be in the lead.
Will buy Good job soon!
Re: Poll: Animal Crossing: New Horizons - What Would You Like To See Added In An Update?
I realize all my choices has to do with time consume. Otherwise I'd want more neighbours, preferbly giraffes and mooses, and new personality types.
Re: Four New Animal Crossing Spirits Join Smash Bros. Ultimate Later This Week
I will not believe anything today
Re: UK Charts: Animal Crossing: New Horizons Sales Fall By 81% In Disappointing Week For Nintendo
Perhaps everyone just wanted (needed) it so bad they bought it the first week
Re: Here Are The Full Patch Notes For Ring Fit Adventure Version 1.2.0
Now I want this game even more! Have to stick with Fitness Boxing untill it restocks.
Re: Reminder: The Fourth Wave Of DLC For Fire Emblem: Three Houses Is Now Available
I was waiting for this whole day yesterday untill I saw it'd get released 3am on the 13th in Europe and not the 12th...
Re: Nintendo Reveals The Playable Characters In The Next Wave Of DLC For Fire Emblem: Three Houses
Linhardt isn't a house leader (don't think he wants to be either)
Re: Fire Emblem's Byleth Confirmed As Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's 5th DLC Fighter
Sothis would have been cool. But I guess you'll somehow transform during play?
Re: Poll: What Other Wii U Games Do You Want To See On Switch?
Only one vote? Then I choose Xenoblade Chronicles X, even though I have it on WiiU. Otherwise I'd like to try The Wonderful 101.
Re: Video: Nintendo Releases New Commercial And Boxart For Animal Crossing: New Horizons
I would love to have Animal Crossing as a physical copy but at the same time I know it's a game I'll want to start quickly and inbetween other games, so it'll be digital.
Re: Feature: The Best Nintendo Switch Fitness And Exercise Games To Welcome In The New Year
I didn't get Ring Fit Adventure for Christmas so I'm back to Fitness Boxing.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Christmas? (Special Edition 2019)
I guess it depends what I get for Christmas, but I'm hoping for Luigi's Mansion 3 and Ring Fit Adventure.
I'll also introduce my brother to some games since he got himself a Switch Lite.
Re: Co-Op Action-RPG Dauntless Launches Today On Switch
Fortnite Monster Hunter?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 9th)
I had a long break but now I'm hooked again on My time at Portia. Just got married to Aadit after 90 hours of gameplay! I can really spend whole days on this game...
Re: Poll: Luigi's Mansion 3 Is Out Today, Are You Getting It?
I'll definetly get it but will wait untill christmas (Having so many on-going games and pre-ordered Pokémon is coming soon). Hopefully multiplayer will be nice with the family.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 26th)
I'm having so many adventures going on: Dragon Quest XI, Ni no Kuni, Cosmic Star Heroine and Night in the Woods. Also playing some Killer Queen Black but match making is just too long which means I'm not really playing it, just waiting to get to play...
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 21st)
@aVagabond I've only played 2 hours so far but it seems smooth to me. I'm not an expert on the subject though.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 21st)
@Joe-b I know, too many great games now. I played Link's Awakening on Game Boy as a child, therefore it'll have to wait untill I played other games new to me first, but I will get it someday. Yeah, I'm getting Dragon Quest XI for my birthday in the beginning of October!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 21st)
@Joe-b You should! Feels like playing a Studio Ghibli movie. Just warming my heart.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 21st)
What about Ni No Kuni? That's what I'm playing now and it's super cute! Just what I need in between studies.
Re: Hexagroove Brings The Beat To Switch Next Month, From Devs Behind Elite Beat Agents
Go Sweden! I've met one of the devs so I'm rooting for them! Will be interesting to follow.
Re: Nintendo Download: 19th September (Europe)
I'll probably not get everything this week but I'm interested in Ni No Kuni, Zelda and Sayonara Wild Hearts. My partner is getting Untitled Goose Game and I might borrow that too. Nice week!
Re: Review: Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition - A Pure Work Of Magic
One of my favourite games.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 7th)
I actually bought Just Dance 2018 on sale today and also getting back to Fitness Boxing, need to get some training. Otherwise I'm playing Astral Chain and Dragon Quest XI demo. Maybe some SNES too.
Re: Video: Digital Foundry Gives Its Technical Analysis Of Astral Chain On Switch
@gloom I agree, the controls are a bit different from other games which make them harder to master. I confuse the buttons alot. Only 3 hours in so I hope I'll get it soon.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 31st)
@Jezebel95 It's alright, could've been a worse spoiler. It's just that I thought I was almost finished (on chapter 17) and then could start Astral Chain, but now I feel I can't really wait longer. I've also played Fire Emblem alot since it launched (already finished Black Eagles and now end of Blue Lions). It's my first FE and I love it. Will get back to it in between other games for sure!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 31st)
@Jezebel95 I see. It's just that I don't want even a tiny spolier, but I guess it's hard to avoid.