So happy to see Octopath on there. Game divers even more sales. I dunno if it'll top OT2 for me, but it's definitely getting close with how deep OT0 has its hooks in me.
@GamingFan4Lyf Yeah, seriously. Like...can you imagine them charging $20 for it? If you were to buy the game separately, that would make it $100, which would be insane.
Have a feeling this is gonna be a very predictable show with E33 winning basically everything. Hopefully there will be some worthwhile reveals because the outrageousness that sometimes comes from this show can only carry it so far.
So, so happy to see it scored well. The Ocotpath games have always had a special place in my heart. They always impress me with their great gameplay, appealing art style, and gives me just enough story and characters to make me care.
I'm more than ok with the 100 hours thing, too. Considering that it's 1) a JRPG, no duh it's gonna be long. I've played many that are just as long, if not longer. And 2) for $50, I'd be more than happy to pay compared to +$70 games that I'll finish in a weekend.
No, I don't care if it's niche. So what if it is? This is one of the most polished, engaging, deep, memorable, and content-rich multiplayer games I've ever experienced. No amount of questioning why this game exists or naysayers are gonna sway me from that. If anything, I wouldn't be surprised if this game ends up becoming one of Nintendo's biggest sleeper hits as time goes on.
Shame. Game deserves way more than that. It's not only one of the games that gets the most use out of my Switch 2 (alongside Bananza and Hades 2), but also one of the best multiplayer games I've ever played.
Glad it did well, and no, I'm not upset that it's somewhat divisive. Any game that is doing something unique and different is way more interesting to me than the been-there-done-that ones that are predictable and safe. Decisive games aren't the same as actual bad games. If the gameplay doesn't jive with you, play something else. It's not the game's fault.
I was already on board from the very start. I've played the hell out of the original and it makes me so happy to see a game that originally released on Nintendo's worst selling console get a second chance on one of their better selling ones.
Don't know why some people think that there's some weird catch for this game existing, but whatever.
Ok...yeah. I like this. Still don't think I'll watch it the minute I'm in theaters, but this has my attention. Will most likely watch it when it's on streaming.
@MamaSymphonia Right? Some of this is the kind of stuff I would see on Reddit or something. It's just a movie trailer, y'all. They haven't forgotten the games. Calm down. You don't have to watch it.
Well, this is it, Illumination. Are you gonna treat this timeless gem with the respect it deserves, or are you gonna muck it up in more ways than one? Hopefully it's the former.
@N00BiSH @Nintoz @PeterTomlan86 I 100% agree. Parroting all of your words, Galaxy is one of the most significant, meaningful, and special games in the entire Mario franchise, if not the most. It was a game that gave us unforgettable moments that we all still remember even to this day, had us go through amazingly crafted levels, gave us a fantastic soundtrack that graced our ears, and had moments of tact and silence. So the fact that Illumination of all things has its grubby hands on this shakes me to my core. It's the one game that they cannot mess up.
Granted, I'm not gonna write this off immediately since we obviously haven't seen anything yet and Nintendo always cracks the whip, but I really hope they don't do something like make Rosalina overly goofy or something.
Air Riders getting two Directs was a good idea because it showed the many modes and content in that game. Moreover, Sakurai and his team are behind it, not Retro Studios. Whatever advertising is going on with that game has no bearing on this one—literally none.
Hell, I'm willing to bet we get an overview trailer for this one in the next few weeks or so.
It pretty much made the wait unbearable. It's literally everything I could've asked for. I've said it before, and I'll say it again: Doubting Sakurai is somewhat foolish.
Holy crap, the way it all just connects. First, you ride alongside the train, then go through the entire factory, and it all ends with you soaring through the skies across the aircrafts. I know that 90% of our time is gonna go to City Trial, but I'd be lying out of my teeth if I said I'm not too excited about racing on these insane looking tracks.
Yes, yes, yes! Kinda feels like this will be the one where things really pop off. It felt like the first one was just getting to terms with the basics of what Air Ride is, which is pretty much how these types of things go.
Yeah, the graphics aren't the best, the game could really benefit from voice acting, and there are a few things that could have been improved. Despite all this, I don't hate the game. In fact, and I can't believe I'm saying this, but it might be the best Pokémon game I've played on the Switches. Whether that's a low bar to clear or not, I can't say for sure, but it’s definitely less awkward than Scarlet and Violet, and it doesn’t feel as dreadful to play like Sword and Shield.
Yeah, I'm enjoying the game and all, but the fact that it has these cool-looking scenes with characters doing dynamic poses and animations with no voices whatsoever really takes the wind out of my sails. They needed to fix this years ago.
MKW was one of the best, worst, and most disappointing racing games ever played—all three at once. And I have zero interest in playing anything Sonic. Can't wait for Kirby Air Riders; that game looks like something I can get behind.
It's still the best game in the series—no, the best game ever made by this company. Especially the sequel, which had everything I could've wanted. Story, characters, music, the 'mon designs, the extra content, the locations, the unique battles, the graphics... the game was just oozing with charm. Man, to be young again.
I would kill for a remake, but after the Diamond and Pearl remakes, maybe not.
@N00BiSH Exactly. Hell, for all we know, he could reveal +50 new tracks to race on or a completely brand new mode. It's Sakurai. The guy who loves to stuff his games with things to do, both big and small. Doubting him is somewhat foolish.
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Re: Opinion: I Reviewed 25 Switch 2 Games In 2025, And These Are My Top 3 Picks
Yeah, Air Riders rocks. Have no interest in any more Hyrule Warriors games, and the only tactical RPGs I play are the ones from Fire Emblem.
Re: Best Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 Games Of 2025
@Cipher36 Huh, weird. Guess it changed. Oh well, still pretty high!
Re: Best Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 Games Of 2025
Woooooooo!!! Octopath Traveler 0 in the top ten! Love to see it!
Re: Square Enix's HD-2D Series 'Octopath Traveler' Hits Another Sales Milestone
And it deserves many more. These games scratch that JRPG itch that no other game does. So happy to see it grow as time goes on.
Re: Beloved Superhero Comedy Dispatch Is Seemingly Flying Onto Switch 2 Next Year
Yeah, don't skip this. Game is fun.
Re: The Game Awards GOTY For 2025 Is Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
E33 wins, because of course. Happy for it, though. Game was great. Mario Kart World didn't deserve to win spit, but eh.
Re: Japanese Charts: Sorry Samus, Octopath Is The Best-Selling New Release This Week
So happy to see Octopath on there. Game divers even more sales. I dunno if it'll top OT2 for me, but it's definitely getting close with how deep OT0 has its hooks in me.
Re: Random: Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Wins GameStop's "Worst Game Of The Year" Award
Good. Paying actual money for a tutorial is dumb.
Re: UK Charts: Metroid Prime 4 Debuts Behind Mario Kart World And EA Sports FC 26
Octopath Traveler 0 being so low is lame. Game is absolutely awesome.
Re: Is Mario Kart World Getting Donkey Kong Bananza DLC? Datamines Have Fans Speculating
@GamingFan4Lyf Yeah, seriously. Like...can you imagine them charging $20 for it? If you were to buy the game separately, that would make it $100, which would be insane.
Re: The Game Awards 2025: Time, Date & How To Watch
@BaldB3lper78 Totally. That game would be perfect for it.
Re: The Game Awards 2025: Time, Date & How To Watch
Have a feeling this is gonna be a very predictable show with E33 winning basically everything. Hopefully there will be some worthwhile reveals because the outrageousness that sometimes comes from this show can only carry it so far.
Re: Review: Octopath Traveler 0 (Switch 2) - A Bit Of A Retread, But Unmissable (And Enormous)
So, so happy to see it scored well. The Ocotpath games have always had a special place in my heart. They always impress me with their great gameplay, appealing art style, and gives me just enough story and characters to make me care.
I'm more than ok with the 100 hours thing, too. Considering that it's 1) a JRPG, no duh it's gonna be long. I've played many that are just as long, if not longer. And 2) for $50, I'd be more than happy to pay compared to +$70 games that I'll finish in a weekend.
Can't wait for tomorrow.
Re: UK Charts: Kirby Is Nowhere To Be Seen In A Quiet Week
People really do refuse to broaden their horizons and give unique things a chance, I swear.
Re: Japanese Charts: Kirby Air Riders Is Off To A Flying Start
Better. Much better. Hopefully it'll be an evergreen title over there, too.
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Kirby Air Riders?
9/10.
No, I don't care if it's niche. So what if it is? This is one of the most polished, engaging, deep, memorable, and content-rich multiplayer games I've ever experienced. No amount of questioning why this game exists or naysayers are gonna sway me from that. If anything, I wouldn't be surprised if this game ends up becoming one of Nintendo's biggest sleeper hits as time goes on.
Re: UK Charts: Kirby Air Riders Narrowly Misses Out On A Top Ten Spot
@ozwally Haha, Toko is a great character and Danganronpa is a great series, I agree!
Re: UK Charts: Kirby Air Riders Narrowly Misses Out On A Top Ten Spot
Shame. Game deserves way more than that. It's not only one of the games that gets the most use out of my Switch 2 (alongside Bananza and Hades 2), but also one of the best multiplayer games I've ever played.
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Kirby Air Riders
Glad it did well, and no, I'm not upset that it's somewhat divisive. Any game that is doing something unique and different is way more interesting to me than the been-there-done-that ones that are predictable and safe. Decisive games aren't the same as actual bad games. If the gameplay doesn't jive with you, play something else. It's not the game's fault.
Re: Review: Kirby Air Riders (Switch 2) - Incredibly Chaotic, But Satisfyingly Deep & Rewarding Racing
Never had any doubt. Still can't believe this is happening, and tomorrow no less! Game's gonna eat up so much of my time.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Kirby Air Riders?
I was already on board from the very start. I've played the hell out of the original and it makes me so happy to see a game that originally released on Nintendo's worst selling console get a second chance on one of their better selling ones.
Don't know why some people think that there's some weird catch for this game existing, but whatever.
Re: The Game Awards Nominees Announced, Donkey Kong Bananza Up For GOTY
Bananza for me. Even though it's insanely obvious who wins this.
Re: Feature: 10 Years On, Is Animal Crossing: Amiibo Festival Really That Bad?
Yes. Next question.
Re: Super Mario Galaxy Movie Trailer Reveals Rosalina, Bowser Jr., And More
Ok...yeah. I like this. Still don't think I'll watch it the minute I'm in theaters, but this has my attention. Will most likely watch it when it's on streaming.
Re: Pokémon Pokopia Is Seemingly Nintendo's First Game-Key Card Release
Despite this, it will still sell, especially since it's Pokémon. We go through this song and dance every single time with this franchise.
Re: Super Mario Galaxy Movie Nintendo Direct Announced For Wednesday, 12th November
@MamaSymphonia Right? Some of this is the kind of stuff I would see on Reddit or something. It's just a movie trailer, y'all. They haven't forgotten the games. Calm down. You don't have to watch it.
Re: Super Mario Galaxy Movie Nintendo Direct Announced For Wednesday, 12th November
Well, this is it, Illumination. Are you gonna treat this timeless gem with the respect it deserves, or are you gonna muck it up in more ways than one? Hopefully it's the former.
Re: Images Of Yoshi From 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' Have Leaked Online
@N00BiSH @Nintoz @PeterTomlan86 I 100% agree. Parroting all of your words, Galaxy is one of the most significant, meaningful, and special games in the entire Mario franchise, if not the most. It was a game that gave us unforgettable moments that we all still remember even to this day, had us go through amazingly crafted levels, gave us a fantastic soundtrack that graced our ears, and had moments of tact and silence. So the fact that Illumination of all things has its grubby hands on this shakes me to my core. It's the one game that they cannot mess up.
Granted, I'm not gonna write this off immediately since we obviously haven't seen anything yet and Nintendo always cracks the whip, but I really hope they don't do something like make Rosalina overly goofy or something.
Re: Kirby Air Riders Looks To Be Powered By Bandai Namco's New In-House Engine
Love to see it! Loved what I played with the demo and can't wait for the full release. Don't care how it does; I've been waiting years for this.
Re: Talking Point: Smashing Switch 2 Numbers Prove Nintendo's Strategy Is Super Effective
Not surprised by their success at all. When someone wants the newest toy, chances are they'll want it. Doesn't matter who screams at you otherwise.
Re: Metroid Prime 4's Sweet New Trailer Builds The Hype For Next Month's Launch
Air Riders getting two Directs was a good idea because it showed the many modes and content in that game. Moreover, Sakurai and his team are behind it, not Retro Studios. Whatever advertising is going on with that game has no bearing on this one—literally none.
Hell, I'm willing to bet we get an overview trailer for this one in the next few weeks or so.
Re: Surprise! Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Arrives Next Year
Yeah, we're definitely not getting a new one next year. A tease maybe, but definitely not a release.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment?
Maybe, but not right away. Starting to get a little sick of seeing these types of games if I'm being honest.
Re: Pokémon Legends: Z-A Scored US' Biggest Physical Game Launch Since TOTK
Love to see it. Had so much fun with it.
Re: Kirby Air Riders Direct #2: Every Announcement - How Would You Rate it?
It pretty much made the wait unbearable. It's literally everything I could've asked for. I've said it before, and I'll say it again: Doubting Sakurai is somewhat foolish.
Re: Sakurai Reveals Even More Kirby Air Riders Footage Ahead Of Tomorrow's Direct
Holy crap, the way it all just connects. First, you ride alongside the train, then go through the entire factory, and it all ends with you soaring through the skies across the aircrafts. I know that 90% of our time is gonna go to City Trial, but I'd be lying out of my teeth if I said I'm not too excited about racing on these insane looking tracks.
Re: Nintendo Direct For Kirby Air Riders Announced For Thursday, 23rd October
Yes, yes, yes! Kinda feels like this will be the one where things really pop off. It felt like the first one was just getting to terms with the basics of what Air Ride is, which is pretty much how these types of things go.
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Pokémon Legends: Z-A?
8/10.
Yeah, the graphics aren't the best, the game could really benefit from voice acting, and there are a few things that could have been improved. Despite all this, I don't hate the game. In fact, and I can't believe I'm saying this, but it might be the best Pokémon game I've played on the Switches. Whether that's a low bar to clear or not, I can't say for sure, but it’s definitely less awkward than Scarlet and Violet, and it doesn’t feel as dreadful to play like Sword and Shield.
Re: Poll: Which Starter Pokémon Did You Choose In Pokémon Legends: Z-A?
Tepig. Always have to get that Black/White recognition.
Re: Poll: Is It About Time Game Freak Added Voice Acting To Pokémon?
Yeah, I'm enjoying the game and all, but the fact that it has these cool-looking scenes with characters doing dynamic poses and animations with no voices whatsoever really takes the wind out of my sails. They needed to fix this years ago.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Pokémon Legends: Z-A?
I am, already have it preorder. Always did have a soft spot for this series and that never changed no matter how bad things got.
Re: Nintendo Goes Full Pixar In Strange New Animated Short Film, 'Close To You'
Oh boy. Here we go with the weird cryptic stuff again!
Re: Opinion: Sonic Racing Crossworlds > Mario Kart World, And It's Not Even Close For Me
MKW was one of the best, worst, and most disappointing racing games ever played—all three at once. And I have zero interest in playing anything Sonic. Can't wait for Kirby Air Riders; that game looks like something I can get behind.
Re: Anniversary: Celebrate Unova As Pokémon Black & White Turns 15
It's still the best game in the series—no, the best game ever made by this company. Especially the sequel, which had everything I could've wanted. Story, characters, music, the 'mon designs, the extra content, the locations, the unique battles, the graphics... the game was just oozing with charm. Man, to be young again.
I would kill for a remake, but after the Diamond and Pearl remakes, maybe not.
Re: Surprise! Kirby Air Riders Is Getting A Second Direct
@N00BiSH Exactly. Hell, for all we know, he could reveal +50 new tracks to race on or a completely brand new mode. It's Sakurai. The guy who loves to stuff his games with things to do, both big and small. Doubting him is somewhat foolish.
Re: Nintendo Direct September 2025: Every Announcement, Game Reveal, Trailer
8/10.
Fire Emblem, Hades 2, Danganronpa 2x2, more Air Riders news on the way, a lot of good Mario stuff...yeah! I'm happy.
Re: Virtual Boy Is Being Added To Nintendo Switch Online
Huh. Well, this is definitely...something.
Re: Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Charges Onto Switch 2 In 2026
3H was one of my favorite Switch games, so I'm all over this.
Re: Surprise! Donkey Kong Bananza Is Getting DLC, And It's Out Today
Game deserves it. Making an already amazing game even more amazing.
Re: A Brand New Yoshi Adventure Is Heading To The Switch 2
Sold. Always loved these games.