definitely not. Nintendo systems are always going to be a little lacking in horsepower — I don't want one byte wasted on storing or running TikTok (for example).
Physical media the only way to "BUY" media. Everything else is just a weird rental. I'll buy physical forever. And when the day comes that physical media is no longer offered, I will gladly, GLADLY sail the high seas (and make patreon donations or something to the devs).
Wow! Some really good looking games on this list!!!!
Shantae, Blade Chimera, Gecko Gods, Planet of Lana, and maybe even the Urban Myth thingy.... put those honeys on physical media and you'll have my money!!
I had no idea people didn't like her voice work in those games. I think she does an EXCELLENT job as Zelda!! My only problem with her playing the role, as others have stated, is that she's roughly twice the age of zelda — far too old! How does this article ignore that???
Anime or no sale. I can't even fathom what a good live-action Zelda would look like. Let alone one that has been in any way touched by modern Hollywood.
Anything that plays unique physical media has indefinite value. Case in point: I still use my NES once a year, I had to use a VCR a few weeks ago, I need to rip some CDs this weekend, and I'm on the lookout for a miniDV player.
Perhaps it's an age thing, but I see a lot of people who are like 22 and younger that have no concept of future media needs. So, yea, please sell your Switch right away, I'll be happy to have more on the market when/if my current one needs replacing!
I think it's great to see NL suggesting so many non-white people for traditionally white characters. Link and Zelda's fair skin and (often) light hair really don't have anything to do with their characters. It's not like Hyrule is in Europe or North America or northern Asia or Australia or even EARTH for that matter.
I also don't think they should worry about casting someone who looks good with traditional "elf" ears. The pointy ears also have nothing to do with Hylian characters. And it's not like people in real life have ears like that anyway, so they don't need to be in the movie.
They also don't need to be particularly short people. I think it would be great to see Link or Zelda represent taller people as actors of height are usually excluded from elf-like roles. And their stature really has nothing to do with their character.
So, based on these criteria, I think my top choices for Link and Zelda would be...hmmm... I guess if I really thought about it... Shaquille O'Neal and Leslie Jones.
The animated shorts over the last, what, 5 years(?) have been the real heart of the Pokemon franchise outside of the games themselves. Really love them.
ugh. no. the original is Peach. the tweak is "movie Peach." I liked that movie, but that version of Peach was the worst part. oh well, I was already 50/50 on this game. if they lean too much into the movie version it might slide me off.
Why would these developers intentionally put Kap front and center (let alone in the game) if they wanted the audience to focus on-topic about the gameplay?? Oh right, they didn't, just like Kap, they wanted cheap publicity and clickbait.
I would never buy a digital-only system. If a company doesn't want to sell me their games (ie, only wants to "rent" them to me), I'm more than happy to never buy their games.
.... I will play the games, I just won't BUY them. arrr.
But if they sell me the games physically, I will always buy them. Simple as that. Your move, game industry.
@EaglyBird Well said. I'm loving the game, but there is no valid reason why it isn't technologically MUCH better. Pokemon has more financial resources at its disposal than nearly any other IP on the planet. The fact that they can't have a few interns go through the code to make it run to the level of Zelda or Xenoblade is something I cannot fathom or explain O_o
I know I'm clearly in the minority here, and the game could very well be terrible, but I'm actually kind of interested in a game that looks and plays like Cuphead but is less dark, twist, and difficult. So, if that's the case, I'd want to check it out.
and yet ACTUAL Toad (red shroom circles, blue shirt) is not in the game. instead Toad fans just get "Blue Toad" and "Yellow Toad." they don't even have the Buckenberry and Alagold monikers =P
Actually, I had the exact same thought when I saw it. I still think it doesn't look like something that would be part of the Mario universe. However, there are a few things like that in this game. So clearly this game is trying to actively break away from the typical Mario aesthetic.
I trust when Miyamoto is firm, and I also trust when he trusts others. It's a system that has worked out pretty will for Nintendo (and us gamers!).
@RubyCarbuncle I certainly understand your view on it. I just don't agree with it. I don't expect to change your mind and that's ok — we can disagree.
I think I already explained my perspective. It's a question of fairness to me. Someone getting something immediately that possibly took someone else hours. I don't see that as fair. Maybe you have reasons for thinking it's fair, but I think it cheapens the entire process. I like the idea that certain Pokemon have different strengths and weaknesses — I think it is part of the fun of the entire franchise. Removing that from the equation removes a lot of the fun for me.
It would be like watching the NBA except all the players can just change their stats to Michael Jordan without practice or exercise. Winning in that league wouldn't mean as much in my eyes.
I'm glad. I've always been against genning Pokemon. "but all it does is save time!" yea, that's the idea! people who invest the time and mental energy are the ones who should be rewarded with the benefits.
and as many have already said, these days it's so easy, even the time excuse is barely relevant.
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Re: Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Will Bloom Onto Switch In Summer 2024
Is the multiplayer online or local only?
Re: Capcom Ending Monster Hunter Rise "Collab DLC" In January 2024
and nothing of value was lost. #opinion
Re: Talking Point: Would You Like To See More Streaming Media Apps On 'Switch 2'?
definitely not. Nintendo systems are always going to be a little lacking in horsepower — I don't want one byte wasted on storing or running TikTok (for example).
Re: Random: More Kids Want In-Game Currency Over Physical Media This Holiday
Physical media the only way to "BUY" media. Everything else is just a weird rental. I'll buy physical forever. And when the day comes that physical media is no longer offered, I will gladly, GLADLY sail the high seas (and make patreon donations or something to the devs).
Re: Talking Point: Would You Like To See A Professor Layton Collection On Switch?
Yes! A million times yes!! The only reason I haven't finished Azran Legacy is because I got tired of playing handheld.
Re: Pokémon's COO Wants To Keep Franchise Going For "Hundreds Of Years"
I would definitely like higher quality control, but aside from that, I would look forward to enjoying Pokemon games for the rest of my days.
.... and if GameFreak wants my suggestions I'm always available for consultation
Re: The Game Awards 2023: Where And When To Watch The Game Awards
New trailers? yes. Game reveals? Of course.
Anything to do with Geoff Keighley? a-no, thank you.
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's Next 7-Star Tera Raid Battle Event Announced For This Weekend
Let's goooooo!!!
Re: Random: Nintendo Is A "Wonderful" Place To Work If You're A Genius, According To Former Employee
Yea! Nintendo should really celebrate mediocrity more than genius! That's the way!
....
Re: Video: Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince "Monster Showcase"
Already pre-ordered! Let's gooooooo!!!
Also, yet another game that proves ScarVio should run way better than it does -_-
Re: Round Up: Everything Announced In The November 2023 Nintendo Indie World Showcase
Wow! Some really good looking games on this list!!!!
Shantae, Blade Chimera, Gecko Gods, Planet of Lana, and maybe even the Urban Myth thingy.... put those honeys on physical media and you'll have my money!!
Re: Action RPG With 'Overwhelmingly Positive' Reception Launches On Switch This Week
this game looks great in stills, but in "motion" it looks like shovelware O_o
Re: Geoff Keighley And The Game Awards Are Now In Fortnite
I've never played Fortnite, but a chance to pretend destroy Geoff Keighley is something I'd be interested in doing
Re: Zelda's Voice Actor Would "Love" To Reprise Her Role In The Live-Action Movie
I had no idea people didn't like her voice work in those games. I think she does an EXCELLENT job as Zelda!! My only problem with her playing the role, as others have stated, is that she's roughly twice the age of zelda — far too old! How does this article ignore that???
Re: Review: 9 Years Of Shadows - Unique Ideas Elevate This Scrappy Metroidvania
Is this available physically yet?
Re: Miyamoto And Avi Arad Have Been Discussing The Zelda Movie For A Decade
Anime or no sale. I can't even fathom what a good live-action Zelda would look like. Let alone one that has been in any way touched by modern Hollywood.
Re: Talking Point: If 'Switch 2' Is Backwards Compatible, What Will You Do With Your Switch?
Anything that plays unique physical media has indefinite value. Case in point: I still use my NES once a year, I had to use a VCR a few weeks ago, I need to rip some CDs this weekend, and I'm on the lookout for a miniDV player.
Perhaps it's an age thing, but I see a lot of people who are like 22 and younger that have no concept of future media needs. So, yea, please sell your Switch right away, I'll be happy to have more on the market when/if my current one needs replacing!
Re: Talking Point: So, Who Could Play Link, Zelda, Ganondorf In The Upcoming Zelda Movie?
I think it's great to see NL suggesting so many non-white people for traditionally white characters. Link and Zelda's fair skin and (often) light hair really don't have anything to do with their characters. It's not like Hyrule is in Europe or North America or northern Asia or Australia or even EARTH for that matter.
I also don't think they should worry about casting someone who looks good with traditional "elf" ears. The pointy ears also have nothing to do with Hylian characters. And it's not like people in real life have ears like that anyway, so they don't need to be in the movie.
They also don't need to be particularly short people. I think it would be great to see Link or Zelda represent taller people as actors of height are usually excluded from elf-like roles. And their stature really has nothing to do with their character.
So, based on these criteria, I think my top choices for Link and Zelda would be...hmmm... I guess if I really thought about it... Shaquille O'Neal and Leslie Jones.
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet DLC The Indigo Disk Gets December Release Date
let's gooooooooo!!!
Re: 'Ninja Or Die' Is One Of The Most Stylish Retro Games On Switch, And It's Out Now
looks too hard and fast for me. shrug
Re: The King Of Fighters XIII Global Match Gets A New Trailer Ahead Of Launch
"SNK has also previously confirmed physical ... editions." Then you shall have my money!!
Re: Spirittea Blends Stardew Valley With Studio Ghibli On Switch In November
@Poodlestargenerica slow clap
Re: Spirittea Blends Stardew Valley With Studio Ghibli On Switch In November
ummm, please do not sully the names of Stardew Valley nor Studio Ghibli by likening them to this.
Re: Pokémon: Paldean Winds Episode Two Is Available Now On YouTube
The animated shorts over the last, what, 5 years(?) have been the real heart of the Pokemon franchise outside of the games themselves. Really love them.
Also, how is NL 4 days late with this?? lol
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Version 2.0.2 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
@Nua 100% agree.
Re: Random: Nintendo Gives Princess Peach Some Facial Tweaks In 'Showtime!' Key Art
ugh. no. the original is Peach. the tweak is "movie Peach." I liked that movie, but that version of Peach was the worst part. oh well, I was already 50/50 on this game. if they lean too much into the movie version it might slide me off.
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Version 2.0.2 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Finally. Now the game is flawless.
In all seriousness .... I still love it despite the inexcusable flaws.
#partOfTheProblem
Re: Review: Wild Card Football - An Ambitious Take On Gridiron Lacking A Full Deck
Why would these developers intentionally put Kap front and center (let alone in the game) if they wanted the audience to focus on-topic about the gameplay?? Oh right, they didn't, just like Kap, they wanted cheap publicity and clickbait.
Re: Little Goody Two Shoes Combines Cute And Creepy This Halloween On Switch
Put it on a cartridge and I'll buy it!
Re: Talking Point: Would You Buy A Digital-Only 'Switch 2'?
I would never buy a digital-only system. If a company doesn't want to sell me their games (ie, only wants to "rent" them to me), I'm more than happy to never buy their games.
.... I will play the games, I just won't BUY them. arrr.
But if they sell me the games physically, I will always buy them. Simple as that. Your move, game industry.
Re: Video: Another Code: Recollection Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch & DS)
I want this so badly!! Physical copy pre-ordered!!!
Re: Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 Resolution & Frame Rate Chart Released
Are all 3 games on the PS4 disc? Or do 2 and 3 need to be downloaded like on the Switch version?
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Pokémon Scarlet & Violet - The Teal Mask
@EaglyBird Well said. I'm loving the game, but there is no valid reason why it isn't technologically MUCH better. Pokemon has more financial resources at its disposal than nearly any other IP on the planet. The fact that they can't have a few interns go through the code to make it run to the level of Zelda or Xenoblade is something I cannot fathom or explain O_o
... still really fun though ^_^
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Pokémon Scarlet & Violet - The Teal Mask
ScarVio should have run way better from day one. And I still will never forget that the online co-op of Gen 4 has still never returned.
Those issues aside, I had an amazing time with the base ScarVio game.
The first DLC is simply more of the same. The same flaws, and the same awesome time. So... I'm good with that ^_^
Re: Another Code: Recollection Remakes Two Cult Classics On Switch in January 2024
Stick it in my veins now!!!!!!!!
Re: Enchanted Portals Conjures Cuphead-Like 2D Platforming On Switch This September
I know I'm clearly in the minority here, and the game could very well be terrible, but I'm actually kind of interested in a game that looks and plays like Cuphead but is less dark, twist, and difficult. So, if that's the case, I'd want to check it out.
Re: Cowabunga! New Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Game Announced For Next Year
Mutant Mayhem? Bogus.
Re: Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer Reveals Megan Fox As The Outworld Vampire Nitara
@LadyCharlie she wouldn't have a career without cheesecake.
Re: Review: ANONYMOUS;CODE - A Spellbinding Sci-Fi Visual Novel In A Flashy Package
Can someone answer a possibly stupid question for me?
Is this game connected to Master Detective Archives: Rain Code at all?? Cuz it's the same Publisher and they both end in "code."
I think they are NOT connected, but I haven't played either game yet so I'm just checking.
Re: Random: Super Mario Bros. Wonder's Director Is Also Happy Daisy Is Playable
and yet ACTUAL Toad (red shroom circles, blue shirt) is not in the game. instead Toad fans just get "Blue Toad" and "Yellow Toad." they don't even have the Buckenberry and Alagold monikers =P
Re: Miyamoto Wasn't A Big Fan Of Super Mario Bros. Wonder's Early Elephant Design
Actually, I had the exact same thought when I saw it. I still think it doesn't look like something that would be part of the Mario universe. However, there are a few things like that in this game. So clearly this game is trying to actively break away from the typical Mario aesthetic.
I trust when Miyamoto is firm, and I also trust when he trusts others. It's a system that has worked out pretty will for Nintendo (and us gamers!).
Re: Square Enix To Publish Whimsical Horror Adventure 'Little Goody Two Shoes'
put it on a disc/cart and I'll buy it!!
Re: Hands On: Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1 Could Be So Much More, But Isn't
no true physical version = no true purchase.
reap what you sow, Konami!
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - Duel: Mega Man 7
in a rare instance, the NA MegaMan box is pretty good. but, JP still wins.
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
is this game coming to physical media?
Re: Acrobatic 2D Platformer 'Curse Crackers' Backflips Onto Switch Next Week
I'm sorry curse who now??
Re: Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Producer Asks Fans To 'Trust' That A New Chapter Will Dawn
I absolutely adore(d) the Crystal Chronicles series. I would love to see it continue in loving hands.
I was excited for the remaster until I heard it wouldn't release physically.
Maybe they should just remaster the old games, put them all on one cartridge, and give it online co-op. That would make a lot of people happy.
Re: Pokémon World Championships Disqualifies Scarlet And Violet Pros Using Hacked Monsters
@RubyCarbuncle I certainly understand your view on it. I just don't agree with it. I don't expect to change your mind and that's ok — we can disagree.
I think I already explained my perspective. It's a question of fairness to me. Someone getting something immediately that possibly took someone else hours. I don't see that as fair. Maybe you have reasons for thinking it's fair, but I think it cheapens the entire process. I like the idea that certain Pokemon have different strengths and weaknesses — I think it is part of the fun of the entire franchise. Removing that from the equation removes a lot of the fun for me.
It would be like watching the NBA except all the players can just change their stats to Michael Jordan without practice or exercise. Winning in that league wouldn't mean as much in my eyes.
Again, you're allowed to disagree. Peace.
Re: Pokémon World Championships Disqualifies Scarlet And Violet Pros Using Hacked Monsters
I'm glad. I've always been against genning Pokemon. "but all it does is save time!" yea, that's the idea! people who invest the time and mental energy are the ones who should be rewarded with the benefits.
and as many have already said, these days it's so easy, even the time excuse is barely relevant.
Re: Unlike Metroid Prime, Quake II's Original Dev Team Is Credited On The Switch Remaster
@WatsonWatson you are very good at misunderstanding me. so, fair well.