The fact that they’re so behind the ball on this very simple feature that both Xbox and PS have offered for generations, in addition to their anti-consumer changes to their “family-friendly” game sharing for family members (what a complete disaster the virtual game card update was for me)… is atrocious and the beginning of the end for Nintendo… the Switch 2 is the last console I’ll purchase from them tbh, unless they hard-pivot.
I see it being very limited as I don’t see most Series X titles running on Nintendo hardware? Or maybe I’m confused about how they envision this working…
Still can’t search / add my friends easily, send them messages on the console, or party chat with them outside of some weird and obscure mobile app. Nintendo’s online will sadly perplexingly always be complete rubbish.
@Znake have you heard of game-sharing? My friend and I have a huge shared library on both Switch and Xbox, and split the cost of most all games, via PayPal. Sorry, digitally is the infinitely better choice.
Please remove “can keep it forever” from the Pros of physical games. My game cards that were in my stolen Switch case had to be re-purchased. My digital games, did not (redownload game licenses from my Nintendo history). I’ll never buy physical again for soooo many reasons.
Here’s an idea… how about you liquidate GameStop and it’s assets altogether, seeing as just about everything they offer can be purchased digitally or via an online retailer, i.e. Amazon.
I am very much looking forward to this, and February is my birthday month, so thank you!
I didn’t care much for MM when it originally released as I was still quite young, and I didn’t enjoy much, the time mechanic… however, I’ve come a long way over the decades since, playing Dead Rising and such. Also, the N64 NSO’s Suspend Point feature will very much come in handy for this, too…
Definitely effects my purchases. I didn’t grab a thing from that recent Bethesda sale because I can play all of those games for free (Yes, free - because I don’t pay for GamePass, I have it via GameShare).
I can’t seem to find a way to get the Silk Hat from Tom Nook... he is just selling the pointed ones in Red, Pink, Green and Purple, as well as the party poppers... any tips??
I’m just going to buy the same machine that seals these boxes, and reseal all of my opened game boxes and sell them in 2060 for millions of dollars, since the buyer will never know that they’ve been scammed lol.
I can only see it being an absolute trainwreck of a launch, but at the same time, my Day One Xbox One is in dire need of updating, so I might shell out the dough for it, good or bad.
@TheFullAndy I don’t think Game pass gets as many subscribers as you think. I know a lot of people, myself included who don’t even pay for their game pass subscription because their game sharing partner has it, so they have it as well. Also with game sharing, I NEVER pay full price for any game, whether it’s retail at launch or already deep discounted on the store. If my game sharing partner has a similar interest in it which 95% of the time he does, we split it via PayPal or Venmo.
Nintendo may have the Switch tax but at least they make their partners money... I don’t see how Xbox is doing any of their devs any favors financially, when I practically always have a library of +- 120 games installed for next to no money.
I’m a Portland, Maine resident; a hotel worker; and an Animal Crossing fan, and this article warms my heart. Way to connect with the guests Ashley and leave a lasting memory! Maine Hospitality FTW!
Seems like everyone is forgetting that Dead2y Premonition also comes out in July, one week before Paper Mario, and that too is a Nintendo Switch exclusive.
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Re: YouTube Is Working With Nintendo To Make Its App Available On Switch 2
The fact that they’re so behind the ball on this very simple feature that both Xbox and PS have offered for generations, in addition to their anti-consumer changes to their “family-friendly” game sharing for family members (what a complete disaster the virtual game card update was for me)… is atrocious and the beginning of the end for Nintendo… the Switch 2 is the last console I’ll purchase from them tbh, unless they hard-pivot.
Re: YouTube Is Working With Nintendo To Make Its App Available On Switch 2
Can you PLEASE! also add video streaming apps like Netflix, HBO Max, Peacock, Prime, etc.?
(I know Hulu already exists but I boycotted Disney following the whole Kimmel free-speech incident).
I use my Switch when I travel on planes and it would be SO CONVENIENT if I could toggle between Nintendo games and television/movies… thanks 🙏
My airline does not have screens built into the seat 💺 heads…
Re: Pokémon Almost Became A "Gritty" Baseball-Themed RPG In The West
I would buy day one if they made a Pokémon baseball ⚾️ game…
Re: "Unsportsmanlike Conduct" Sees Pokémon TCG Player Eliminated At World Championships
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Re: Xbox Reiterates Interest In Bringing Game Pass To "Every Screen" Including Nintendo Platforms
I see it being very limited as I don’t see most Series X titles running on Nintendo hardware? Or maybe I’m confused about how they envision this working…
Re: Jurassic Park: Classic Games Collection Launches Later This Month On Switch
The price tag is a little high, but damn am I excited to play Sega Genesis Jurassic Park again!
Re: Shuntaro Furukawa: Switch Successor Will Utilise The 'Nintendo Account' System
Whelp, that means nothing.
In other news, on your next Xbox system, you can use your same Gamertag.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 25th)
Life is Strange Remastered and Far Cry 2, both on Xbox Series X. Saving my Switch for May TotK.
Re: Video: Everything That Could Go Wrong With The Switch's Successor
Still can’t search / add my friends easily, send them messages on the console, or party chat with them outside of some weird and obscure mobile app. Nintendo’s online will sadly perplexingly always be complete rubbish.
Re: Soapbox: 1080° Snowboarding Is The Coolest Nintendo Ever Got
Sooo the game hasn’t been added to NSO yet?
This “article”… not “news” at all then, really.
Thanks for wasting my time again, NL!
Re: Super Mario Bros. Movie Runtime Seemingly Revealed
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Re: Random: Masahiro Sakurai Says He Prefers To Buy Video Games Digitally
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Re: Random: Masahiro Sakurai Says He Prefers To Buy Video Games Digitally
@Znake have you heard of game-sharing? My friend and I have a huge shared library on both Switch and Xbox, and split the cost of most all games, via PayPal. Sorry, digitally is the infinitely better choice.
Re: Random: Masahiro Sakurai Says He Prefers To Buy Video Games Digitally
Please remove “can keep it forever” from the Pros of physical games. My game cards that were in my stolen Switch case had to be re-purchased. My digital games, did not (redownload game licenses from my Nintendo history). I’ll never buy physical again for soooo many reasons.
Re: A New Limited-Time Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Tera Raid Battle Has Begun
Anyone willing to share their friend code and carry me, some? I’m only able access 5-star Tera raids currently… I’d appreciate it soooo much! Thx!
Re: Nintendo Considering "Various Initiatives" And "Further Enhancements" For The Switch Online Service
Messages to/from friends and players, and parties and party chat would be “revolutionary” as far as Nintendo’s online features/support are concerned.
They are so bad at basic/core Online Gaming and Services, it’s embarrassing.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 5th)
Spiritfarer all day
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 8th)
Sherlock Holmes Chapter One on Xbox Series X.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 24th)
Psychonauts 2.
I’d like to try the Modern Warfare II Open Beta but I can’t get past the menu without it crashing on my Series X.
Re: 'South Of The Circle' Brings Firewatch-Style Narrative Drama To Switch Soon
I got excited and thought this game was referencing the Arctic Circle, as in Alaska. Oh well, Antarctica it is…
Re: GameStop Staff Layoffs Are Announced As Chief Financial Officer Leaves
@joey302 Covering their overhead costs? lol 😂
Re: GameStop Staff Layoffs Are Announced As Chief Financial Officer Leaves
Here’s an idea… how about you liquidate GameStop and it’s assets altogether, seeing as just about everything they offer can be purchased digitally or via an online retailer, i.e. Amazon.
Re: GoldenEye 007's Return Could Be Close
I’d rather have them bring back 007: Nightfire
That game was my jam back in ‘02 on the OG Xbox
Re: Xbox Studio Rare "Immensely Pleased" About Banjo-Kazooie's Arrival On Switch
DK64 and Diddy Kong Racing are must haves.
Randomly, I’d also personally love THQ’s WWF: No Mercy.
Re: The Legend Of Zelda: Majora's Mask Is Being Added To Switch Online's Expansion Pack In February
I am very much looking forward to this, and February is my birthday month, so thank you!
I didn’t care much for MM when it originally released as I was still quite young, and I didn’t enjoy much, the time mechanic… however, I’ve come a long way over the decades since, playing Dead Rising and such. Also, the N64 NSO’s Suspend Point feature will very much come in handy for this, too…
Re: Random: The Song In This Metroid Dread Japanese Commercial Is A Certified Banger
That ***** does not bang… whatsoever lol.
Re: Random: This Nintendo Switch UI Redesign Makes The Home Menu And eShop Look Like Apple's iOS
It’s a shame that Nintendo doesn’t listen to their fans or any of the feedback that has been consistently been expressed to them.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Week? (August 28th)
Continuing Psychonauts 2 this weekend.
Re: Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For June And July 2021
Mario Golf and Skyward Sword for sure... I’m really tempted to grab THPS1+2 because I love that game and left my Series X back on the East Coast
Re: Soapbox: 'I'll Play It On Game Pass' Is Becoming Common, But Does That Affect Switch eShop?
Definitely effects my purchases. I didn’t grab a thing from that recent Bethesda sale because I can play all of those games for free (Yes, free - because I don’t pay for GamePass, I have it via GameShare).
Re: UK Charts: Animal Crossing: New Horizons Dethroned After Three Consecutive Weeks On Top
@Ralizah I think you are referring to MK11, not MK8? Also, you won’t get another entry until after Injustice 3, so don’t hold your breath.
Re: UK Charts: Animal Crossing: New Horizons Dethroned After Three Consecutive Weeks On Top
Agent 47 deserves the #1 spot. The game is lit.
Re: Animal Crossing: New Horizons: New Year's Eve Guide - Tom Nook New Year's Items List
I can’t seem to find a way to get the Silk Hat from Tom Nook... he is just selling the pointed ones in Red, Pink, Green and Purple, as well as the party poppers... any tips??
Re: Sealed Copy Of Super Mario Bros. 3 Sells For $156,000
I’m just going to buy the same machine that seals these boxes, and reseal all of my opened game boxes and sell them in 2060 for millions of dollars, since the buyer will never know that they’ve been scammed lol.
Re: Nintendo Is Being Sued Over Joy-Con Drift Yet Again, This Time By A Child
$5 million in damages?? LOL.
That’s a waste of time right there.
That’s not even a remotely reasonable ask.
Re: Video: Fuser's Latest Trailer Is A David Hasselhoff-Filled Assault On The Senses
LOL this is amazing
Re: Minecraft's Steve Revealed As Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Next DLC Fighter
Eh, I don’t care for this decision.
Re: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Next DLC Fighter To Be Revealed Tomorrow, 1st October
Knuckles or Funky Kong would be amazing.
Re: Michel Ancel Responds To Accusations Of Toxic Leadership During His Time At Ubisoft
Allow me to introduce you -
This is Laser, Blaser, Taser... and Michel
Re: Here's Your First Look At The Main Menu In Super Mario 3D All-Stars
Can’t wait for Midnight, Thurs. night!
Re: Rumour: Super Monkey Ball Announcement Coming Later This Month
I bet he joins Smash Bros Ultimate lol
Re: New Nintendo Infographic Shows Exciting Indies Coming To Switch In 2020 And Beyond
I hate to rain on Nintendo’s parade, but not a one of these excite me... I still haven’t even completed the base game of Hollow Knight.
I just want Breath of the Wild 2, Metroid and Mario Golf.
Re: Random: Epic Goes To War With Apple, Asks Players To "Join The Fight" And "Free Fortnite"
Or, let it lose to Apple and Google and be condemned forever.
Re: Nintendo Is "A Jewel" In The Industry And Has The Best First-Party Pedigree, Says Xbox Boss
I also fear for the direction of the Series X.
I can only see it being an absolute trainwreck of a launch, but at the same time, my Day One Xbox One is in dire need of updating, so I might shell out the dough for it, good or bad.
Re: Nintendo Is "A Jewel" In The Industry And Has The Best First-Party Pedigree, Says Xbox Boss
@TheFullAndy I don’t think Game pass gets as many subscribers as you think. I know a lot of people, myself included who don’t even pay for their game pass subscription because their game sharing partner has it, so they have it as well. Also with game sharing, I NEVER pay full price for any game, whether it’s retail at launch or already deep discounted on the store. If my game sharing partner has a similar interest in it which 95% of the time he does, we split it via PayPal or Venmo.
Nintendo may have the Switch tax but at least they make their partners money... I don’t see how Xbox is doing any of their devs any favors financially, when I practically always have a library of +- 120 games installed for next to no money.
Re: Lots Of DOOM Games, Skyrim And Wolfenstein Are All 50% Off On Nintendo Switch
I would love to pick up Skyrim on Switch but I just can’t justify it at $30 for a game that is nearly ten years old.
Heck, a similar sale is happening right now on Xbox One and you can get the Skyrim: Special Edition for $13.19.
If Nintendo would price match, then I’d buy.
Re: Random: Hotel Returns Lost Switch To Owner, And Even Looks After Their Animal Crossing Island
I’m a Portland, Maine resident; a hotel worker; and an Animal Crossing fan, and this article warms my heart. Way to connect with the guests Ashley and leave a lasting memory! Maine Hospitality FTW!
Re: Guide: Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For July And August 2020
Dead2y Premonition and Paper Mario for me, this month.
I’m personally surprised there aren’t more people hyped about getting a deadly premonition sequel/prequel exclusive to the Switch.
I suppose SWERY is an acquired taste, though.
Re: Nintendo Provides An Update On Potential Game Delays Due To COVID-19
Seems like everyone is forgetting that Dead2y Premonition also comes out in July, one week before Paper Mario, and that too is a Nintendo Switch exclusive.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 13th)
I picked up Astral Chain on the Summer Sale and will continue to enjoy that through the weekend.