@Dom_31 I loved Ni No Kuni 1 and I couldn't even bring myself to finish the second game. I'm curious what the cash grab part was, because it might help explain why I hated the game so much. Were there a ton of microtransactions or something?
The soundtrack was incredibly inspired. It's too bad he felt the need to put himself into such stress while already needing rest, but he did incredible work. I noticed the motif from the first movie came back, and it's more noticable now we don't have Toto Africa or Don't Stop Believin' playing every 5 minutes.
Yeesh, there's a lot of distaste for this project here. I'll throw in some love. I played Demon Turf last year, so when I saw Kyle Bosman introducing the Bubsy 4D trailer, I knew seeing Fabraz's name was a pop-off moment. It's not just a new Bubsy game, it's a new Fabraz game and that is something to relish. Very excited to get around to playing both Demon Tides and Bubsy 4D.
I love the fact that this film left the pop music montages behind to make room for the re-orchestrated Mario music. This was the #1 thing I was worried about going into it, and more worried when I saw the Yoshi backstory scene (Which was admittedly cute). Seeing the music that was cut from the first movie in favor of 80s tracks, I couldn't be happier that it was all original music from then on.
I enjoyed it, I was very appreciative that they held off on the pop songs this time. I know someone was squirming in their seat during the editing process like "please can we put "Africa" by Toto here?" But I'm so glad they embraced the Mario orchestrations instead. I wish they would have had more faith in some of their plotlines, some were just dropped out of nowhere and never concluded, but I chose 7/10 because I felt like a proud parent watching it. Just a fun time.
@EarthboundBenjy They would've been better off using the FOMO feature to let us design our own themes. Something like Nintendo Badge Arcade, but using art like miiverse stamps. I mean, maybe I'd use gamechat just to show people the funny theme I made.
@Bolt_Strike I know you're kinda being facetious here but I played a PS4 port on Switch last year "In Sound Mind" and I nearly gave up playing it because it was like the game was being held together by toothpicks and duct tape. That's why I upgraded, personally but I always understand your perspective on why people might forego the upgrade.
@YinYangYoshi I'm intrigued by this rumor. SNES Star Fox is my childhood and I always wanted to finish it. Maybe this will be my chance to see it through.
Wowww, I just purchased OoT 3D again after it was stolen from my car years back, I am so ready for a replay but now I may just wait to see if the 2026 remake is the real deal
It looks lovely! It's reminding me of my forst time booting up Fortnite on Switch 2 after 2 years of playing on Switch 1; I was thinking, how did I ever put up with anything less?
So far I've completed RE Remake, Revelations, RE4 Remake, RE5, RE7 Biohazard, currently working on RE2 Remake and RE Village.
I kinda see them the same way I see the Zelda timeline- play them in whatever order you want then watch videos tying the stories together on youtube. This way you can have a handy recap of those stories and reminisce.
Also, a tip for RE1, from someone who spent her entire childhood trying and failing to complete the puzzle box of a mansion, if you want to just get through the game use a guide to help you. Not a video, but a text walkthrough.
What in the frigg are Angry Birds going to do at a hospital?
EDIT: This is Two Point Museum, that actually makes total sense of course there would be irate avians
@DennyCrane i was thinking this too. They could have used the "thud" sound real beef makes when it hits the countertop, it didn't have to be splatoon cartoon sploosh sounds.
@BAN You summed it up perfectly. Funny enough, that's how I feel about Super Mario Odyssey 8 years later. They may be the same team who made Galaxy, but I really miss the replayability of that old series.
DKC Returns releases Nintendo: Wow, maybe people really DO love Donkey Kong! Tropical Freeze releases Nintendo: Wow, maybe people really DO love Donkey Kong! Bananza releases Nintendo: Wow, maybe people really DO love Donkey Kong!
Why are people going to bat for the English language? It's not like you created the language lmao. All of us know English isn't simple, you don't have to prove it to some guy you don't know silly billies
I remember reading about Fortnite Save The World in Gameinformer way back, it shocked me when Fortnite became a juggernaut because I was like "really? THAT game?" And then I found out it turned into a Battle Royale. That's crazy to think the og gamemode I read about so far back is still here.
@molkom I've also played. After maybe 4 hours of play I feel like I got the full experience. The gameplay loop is good for when you're watching something in the background, but it gets monotonous quickly. It has a lot of detail in how you set up the outfits but I really kinda wished this were a Style Savvy game instead.
@StorminNorman @automatom My apologies y'all I haven't actually played the game; I didn't realize what I said would hit anyone like that. I took the comment down, just in case. I'm sorry again
I would LOVE to see current gen Ace Attorney, but who am I kidding I still have a long ways to go to catch up. Working on Trials and Tribulations right now 😭😭😭
@PessitheMystic I think they were trying to display the controller in places that seem fitting for Resident Evil. It definitely evokes RE7 more than 9, but it's still a neat idea in theory.
Awww it's so cute. It reminds me a little of the Switch 1 Pro Controller in terms of general look. I picked it up because I noticed some imperfections on my original pro controller 2, my partner and I always have to rock-paper-scissors over who gets "The soft controller" as they call it, and I feel this controller might be difficult to find in the far future (I already saw scalpers jacking the price of a preorder up to 130 the day before it released and I'd prefer to regret buying it than regret not buying it later on)
Ok they got me, I think this'll be the first gen I'm gonna try since X and Y. Pokemon is starting to look and feel like a WiiU game and that's like, exactly what I've been waiting for
@BlaizeV Totally understand the uncanny valley thing. I played Life is Strange Double Exposure (PS5) recently and anytime a character would smile I wanted them to stop.
Played a good amount of RE9 yesterday and the city scenes blew me away. I played the other recent games on Playstation and, given that there's no VR this time around I didn't feel like I was getting a gimped version like last generation.
Is there a way to turn off the World of Warcraft promotional skin on the main page of the site? I suuuuper don't like it. IGN has changed this site and I always knew it would.
Yayyyy Requiem is downloading right now for me. I also got the Pro Controller since I need another if my partner and I wanna play Split Fiction in comfort (also have a feeling it may be rare in the future because people think it's mega ugly. I think it's ugly-cute 💕)
More competition is always good. I'll probably pick up PS6 if it goes portable (hopefully the AI bubble has burst and prices go down by then) but I'm gonna wait till PS5 output slows down to a trickle because I'm still perfectly happy with that and I feel game systems are plateauing in terms of limitations
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Re: Gallery: Fangamer's UFO 50 Deluxe Edition Is Packed With Nostalgic Goodness
I hate how quickly I hit purchase on the Deluxe edition... I wanted that cute li'l magazine. I've been holding out on this game hoping for physical
Re: Rhythm Heaven Groove's Price Is A Welcome Surprise
In the words of the great philosopher Mario Mario,
ahem
"Yippee"
Re: New Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Trailer Continues Hugh Morris' Rejected Romance Drama
I've never clicked faster....
Re: Level-5 Will Finally Share News On Its Upcoming Titles In 'Vision 2026' Showcase
@Dom_31 I loved Ni No Kuni 1 and I couldn't even bring myself to finish the second game. I'm curious what the cash grab part was, because it might help explain why I hated the game so much. Were there a ton of microtransactions or something?
Re: "I Didn't Want To Let Anyone Down" - Mario Galaxy Movie Composer Wrote Much Of The Score In Hospital
The soundtrack was incredibly inspired. It's too bad he felt the need to put himself into such stress while already needing rest, but he did incredible work. I noticed the motif from the first movie came back, and it's more noticable now we don't have Toto Africa or Don't Stop Believin' playing every 5 minutes.
Re: Holy Moly, The Eternal Life Of Goldman Is Looking Really Darn Good
Alright, I'm so sold. It takes a lot to get me interested in a platformer (unless you're a plumber wearing a red hat) and this is how you do it!
Re: Feature: "Stop Tagging Us About Bubsy!" - Fabraz On Being Bullied Into Reviving A Maligned Mascot
Yeesh, there's a lot of distaste for this project here. I'll throw in some love. I played Demon Turf last year, so when I saw Kyle Bosman introducing the Bubsy 4D trailer, I knew seeing Fabraz's name was a pop-off moment. It's not just a new Bubsy game, it's a new Fabraz game and that is something to relish. Very excited to get around to playing both Demon Tides and Bubsy 4D.
Re: Feature: Our Top Ten Favourite Easter Eggs In The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
I love the fact that this film left the pop music montages behind to make room for the re-orchestrated Mario music. This was the #1 thing I was worried about going into it, and more worried when I saw the Yoshi backstory scene (Which was admittedly cute). Seeing the music that was cut from the first movie in favor of 80s tracks, I couldn't be happier that it was all original music from then on.
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give The Super Mario Galaxy Movie?
I enjoyed it, I was very appreciative that they held off on the pop songs this time. I know someone was squirming in their seat during the editing process like "please can we put "Africa" by Toto here?" But I'm so glad they embraced the Mario orchestrations instead. I wish they would have had more faith in some of their plotlines, some were just dropped out of nowhere and never concluded, but I chose 7/10 because I felt like a proud parent watching it. Just a fun time.
Re: Nintendo Really Wants You To Press Switch 2's GameChat Button
@EarthboundBenjy They would've been better off using the FOMO feature to let us design our own themes. Something like Nintendo Badge Arcade, but using art like miiverse stamps. I mean, maybe I'd use gamechat just to show people the funny theme I made.
Re: Feature: The Best (And Most Cursed) Tomodachi Life Miis We've Seen So Far
Wow!! Springtrap looks incredible, also I lowk love Mr Blobby
Re: Angry Birds Arrive At Two Point Museum In New Spring Seasonal Update
@NatiaAdamo Whoops! Wow, how did I miss that there was a Two Point Museum now? That makes total sense though those birds belong in a museum.
Re: Video: Super Mario Bros. Wonder Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch & Switch 2)
@Bolt_Strike I know you're kinda being facetious here but I played a PS4 port on Switch last year "In Sound Mind" and I nearly gave up playing it because it was like the game was being held together by toothpicks and duct tape. That's why I upgraded, personally but I always understand your perspective on why people might forego the upgrade.
Re: Rumour: Nintendo's 2026 Plans Include New Star Fox & Zelda Remake, No 3D Mario
@YinYangYoshi I'm intrigued by this rumor. SNES Star Fox is my childhood and I always wanted to finish it. Maybe this will be my chance to see it through.
Re: Rumour: Nintendo's 2026 Plans Include New Star Fox & Zelda Remake, No 3D Mario
Wowww, I just purchased OoT 3D again after it was stolen from my car years back, I am so ready for a replay but now I may just wait to see if the 2026 remake is the real deal
Re: Review: Disney Dreamlight Valley - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - A Lovely-Looking Upgrade, But Still Not There Yet
It looks lovely! It's reminding me of my forst time booting up Fortnite on Switch 2 after 2 years of playing on Switch 1; I was thinking, how did I ever put up with anything less?
Re: Random: Uh Oh, Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Miis Are Already Swearing
Well, this is ****ing great news!
Re: UK Charts: Pokémon Pokopia Continues To Slip, As A Newcomer Grabs The Gold
I'm interested in checking out Crimson Desert but if it's a soulslike I swear to Chris....
Re: ICYMI: You Can Access Pokémon Pokopia's Second In-Game Event Early
I hear pokopia is quite good I think I would like it given the right time and place. Also the new advertisement themes on NintendoLife are annoying
Re: Feature: Where The Heck Do You Start If You've Never Played Resident Evil?
So far I've completed RE Remake, Revelations, RE4 Remake, RE5, RE7 Biohazard, currently working on RE2 Remake and RE Village.
I kinda see them the same way I see the Zelda timeline- play them in whatever order you want then watch videos tying the stories together on youtube. This way you can have a handy recap of those stories and reminisce.
Also, a tip for RE1, from someone who spent her entire childhood trying and failing to complete the puzzle box of a mansion, if you want to just get through the game use a guide to help you. Not a video, but a text walkthrough.
Re: Angry Birds Arrive At Two Point Museum In New Spring Seasonal Update
What in the frigg are Angry Birds going to do at a hospital?
EDIT: This is Two Point Museum, that actually makes total sense of course there would be irate avians
Re: Multiple Switch Games Receive Switch 2 Compatibility Fixes
Yayyy Doom 2016! Excited to try that one with the new handheld boost mode
Re: Shenmue III Enhanced Is Coming To Switch 2, Physical Editions Confirmed
Yayyy, the original Yakuza series. I'll get 1/2 on PS5 and 3 for S2. I'll gladly double dip if they bring the first 2 to Switch or S2
Re: Super Meat Boy Brings Brutal 3D Platforming To Switch 2 This Year
@DennyCrane i was thinking this too. They could have used the "thud" sound real beef makes when it hits the countertop, it didn't have to be splatoon cartoon sploosh sounds.
Re: Donkey Kong Bananza Producer Can't Discuss DK's Future Just Yet, But Is Relieved After Fan Reception
@BAN You summed it up perfectly. Funny enough, that's how I feel about Super Mario Odyssey 8 years later. They may be the same team who made Galaxy, but I really miss the replayability of that old series.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077 Has "No Plans For Additional DLCs Or Expansions"
Still working on Cyberpunk, slowly. I keep getting distracted by Yakuza games like they are.... sidequests in a Yakuza game.
Re: Donkey Kong Bananza Producer Can't Discuss DK's Future Just Yet, But Is Relieved After Fan Reception
DKC Returns releases
Nintendo: Wow, maybe people really DO love Donkey Kong!
Tropical Freeze releases
Nintendo: Wow, maybe people really DO love Donkey Kong!
Bananza releases
Nintendo: Wow, maybe people really DO love Donkey Kong!
Re: "The Flavour Tends To Get Lost" - Dragon Quest's Yuji Horii On English Translations
Why are people going to bat for the English language? It's not like you created the language lmao. All of us know English isn't simple, you don't have to prove it to some guy you don't know silly billies
Re: My Nintendo Store Adds A Super Mario 40th Anniversary Reward (North America)
If I were to get any graphic tee I'd probably want the pyramid head tees the directors wore in the 2026 "Silent Hill Transmission" a few weeks back
Re: Fortnite's 'Save The World' Mode Is Going Free-To-Play, And It's Coming To Switch 2
I remember reading about Fortnite Save The World in Gameinformer way back, it shocked me when Fortnite became a juggernaut because I was like "really? THAT game?" And then I found out it turned into a Battle Royale. That's crazy to think the og gamemode I read about so far back is still here.
Re: Yoshi And The Mysterious Book's Switch 2 Box Art Is Suitably Adorable
It looks adorable, I'm just sad there's no co-op like in Wooly World
Re: ICYMI: Nintendo's Dishing Out Mario Galaxy Movie Digital Collectible Cards
Nintendo when I screenshot their digital cards: 😲
Re: Fashion Dreamer For Switch Shutting Down Online Mode Next Week
@molkom I've also played. After maybe 4 hours of play I feel like I got the full experience. The gameplay loop is good for when you're watching something in the background, but it gets monotonous quickly. It has a lot of detail in how you set up the outfits but I really kinda wished this were a Style Savvy game instead.
Re: Nightdive's 'SiN Reloaded' Remaster Is Heading To Switch 1 & 2 This Year
@TYRANACLES Agreed his little tanning goggles are killing me 😭😭😭
Re: Resident Evil Requiem Story Expansion Is Now In Development
I wonder if the minigame is anything like the horde wave mode that was in RE7. That was genuinely fun
Re: Resident Evil Requiem Gets A Small Switch 2 Update, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
@anoyonmus I'm workin my way through the quake and doom games in order of release so I'll wait as long as I need. Here's hoping for sooner
Re: Resident Evil Requiem Gets A Small Switch 2 Update, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Unrelated but did y'all see this possible leak for Doom: The Dark Ages on Switch 2?

Re: Xbox Is Bringing Another Game To Switch 2 Later This Month
Looks phenomenal. Love how it looks stop-motion. Glad games are trying new art styles to stand out because they're getting kinda samey out there.
Re: Fallout Support Studio Insists It's Not Teasing Another Game
I wonder if the purpose of the support system is to console you when you find out Fallout 5 isn't coming for a loooong time.
Re: Blue Prince's Excellent Mansion Mystery Arrives On Switch 2 Today
@StorminNorman @automatom My apologies y'all I haven't actually played the game; I didn't realize what I said would hit anyone like that. I took the comment down, just in case. I'm sorry again
Re: Capcom Spotlight Taking Place Later This Week, Here's A Teaser Trailer
I would LOVE to see current gen Ace Attorney, but who am I kidding I still have a long ways to go to catch up. Working on Trials and Tribulations right now 😭😭😭
Re: Indie World Showcase Announced For Tomorrow, 3rd March 2026
"Stop! Stop! I'm already broke!"
Re: Pokémon Winds & Waves Will Be Released "Exclusively" For Switch 2
I'll admit... it would be REALLY funny to see the Switch chug along trying to run this tho
Re: Gallery: Check Out These Close-Up Shots Of The Resident Evil Switch 2 Controller
@PessitheMystic I think they were trying to display the controller in places that seem fitting for Resident Evil. It definitely evokes RE7 more than 9, but it's still a neat idea in theory.
Re: Gallery: Check Out These Close-Up Shots Of The Resident Evil Switch 2 Controller
Awww it's so cute. It reminds me a little of the Switch 1 Pro Controller in terms of general look. I picked it up because I noticed some imperfections on my original pro controller 2, my partner and I always have to rock-paper-scissors over who gets "The soft controller" as they call it, and I feel this controller might be difficult to find in the far future (I already saw scalpers jacking the price of a preorder up to 130 the day before it released and I'd prefer to regret buying it than regret not buying it later on)
Re: Pokémon Winds & Waves Announced For Switch 2, Launching Next Year
Ok they got me, I think this'll be the first gen I'm gonna try since X and Y. Pokemon is starting to look and feel like a WiiU game and that's like, exactly what I've been waiting for
Re: Video: Resident Evil Requiem Side-By-Side Comparison (Switch 2 & PS5)
@BlaizeV Totally understand the uncanny valley thing. I played Life is Strange Double Exposure (PS5) recently and anytime a character would smile I wanted them to stop.
Played a good amount of RE9 yesterday and the city scenes blew me away. I played the other recent games on Playstation and, given that there's no VR this time around I didn't feel like I was getting a gimped version like last generation.
Re: Poll: So, Which Starter Will You Choose In Pokémon Winds & Waves?
Is there a way to turn off the World of Warcraft promotional skin on the main page of the site? I suuuuper don't like it. IGN has changed this site and I always knew it would.
Re: Digital Foundry Delivers Its Tech Analysis Of Resident Evil Requiem On Switch 2 - "Capcom Deserves Kudos For This Port"
Yayyyy Requiem is downloading right now for me. I also got the Pro Controller since I need another if my partner and I wanna play Split Fiction in comfort (also have a feeling it may be rare in the future because people think it's mega ugly. I think it's ugly-cute 💕)
Re: Rumour: Sony Apparently Has Gran Turismo Running On Switch 2, Just Don't Expect To See It
More competition is always good. I'll probably pick up PS6 if it goes portable (hopefully the AI bubble has burst and prices go down by then) but I'm gonna wait till PS5 output slows down to a trickle because I'm still perfectly happy with that and I feel game systems are plateauing in terms of limitations