@Gatorclops I’m playing through three houses again on switch 2 and that game desperately needs it. Same with the Xenoblade games they just look so blurry in handheld.
@LinktotheFuture Super difficult but it has more variety than doing the same run over and over. Plus it ended up having one of my favorite fights in the game so it was a win.
@CJD87 Ugh of course it is. I’ve been dreading it since some of my friends got there first.
This bench made me laugh out loud it’s so on brand for the game. Hunters March isn’t even that bad if you have the dash so I fortunately did have health still. Now I was dumb and sat down a second time which honestly made it funnier.
Accessibility doesn’t necessarily mean making something easier. It means making it available so that everyone regardless of disabilities or other circumstances can play the game. Not necessarily making it easier. If it’s easier you’re not even playing the same game the developers wanted to be made so why bother. I personally usually drop souls esque games but I love metroidvanias so I’m sticking through this. It’s punishing and hard so there’s some bosses that got on my nerves but overall I’m really enjoying the experience. If you aren’t then maybe this genre or this game just isn’t for you and that’s fine. I’ve dropped Elden Ring three times and I don’t necessarily thing difficulty options would make it any better.
@Papery0shi All the Xenoblade games need switch 2 patches. Especially for handheld I decided to try to pick Xenoblade 3 back up for a good rpg to play on S2 but it looks rough especially in handheld.
@Fizza Pokemon legends Z is a full switch 2 upgrade while this is just a performance patch I guess. Won’t legends Z hit up to 120fps? Not justifying it I think it should be free but that’s probably the internal justification.
Probably one of my favorite games ever mostly because of the campaign. I replay it around once a year on a sick/rainy day. Favorite final boss in gaming and so many standout levels.
@MrDocena That’d only be true if people weren’t paying for it. Now people aren’t necessarily paying the insane upscale price especially for the raw card but the most recent sold tcgplayer listing is $800 which is still insane for a modern card.
Coincidentally all the stuff I’ve been playing is on steam and even then I’ve had a busy couple months. The only game I really had going on switch before that was Xenoblade 3 which I have fingers crossed for a switch 2 upgrade on.
@Rhaoulos I’m still struggling on finding consistent prices for anything. Seriously it’s not that hard for them to take the time to explain this msrp stuff.
I realllly want one of these but I’d prefer a US one so I don’t have to deal with region lock stuff. My 2DS is getting on in years and I really need something bigger and this looks perfect.
This is probably skewed towards the audience of the BAFTA game awards. Ask any random guy off the street chances are they won’t know who Lara Croft is let alone Agent 42. Mario Sonic Pac-Man Pikachu and their ilk are 100% the most recognizable characters due to how well marketed they are. Like you aren’t going to casually see someone in Hitman or Tomb Raider merch but Mario merch is a daily occurrence.
FF7 was a franchise on its own by the time the remake came along and had much more lore to work on for a fully expanded remake like it got. FF6 does not have that and does not need it. It is one of the closest things to a perfect game that I know. HD 2D would be great but it doesn’t need it. A remake like FF7 would not work.
I watched The Hunt for Red October a couple nights ago and all I could think was that I should drop in for a round on this game. I admittedly didn’t play much but I enjoyed it and am sad to see it go.
Hm on one hand I see the argument I mean that’s the direction that movies and tv shows went but they are different mediums by far. A season of tv takes what 8 hours tops to watch. A game can take up to 60 hours. If you have limited free time it legitimately makes more sense to just buy what you want compared to other mediums.
I have traded in a game only once. I was slightly short on funds tears of the kingdom launch day so I traded in my copy of Terraria for switch. I own it on steam anyhow so it was an easy choice.
@CaleBoi25 I’d take a switch port any day. I still remember being shocked as a kid with the boss fight thing at the end. As a Final Fantasy fan I was really happy with that sequence.
@Natendo64
Try Mario Sports Mix for the Wii. Played a bit this weekend for the first time in around 3 years and it has a pretty decent if relatively simplistic Hockey game. Base mechanics are there with I believe 9 distinct arenas and 20 something characters.
@Axecon I got the 80$ model although it didn’t come preloaded. Honestly the 2ds was a steal at that point and I hope someday nintendo has a dedicated handheld again. I’ve had mine for years and I am looking for an upgrade soon as the circle pad rubber fell off but it still works alright. Truly a great console.
I’m surprised to see the turnaround here in opinion of this game. I for one loved it but I wonder if a bit of it is fatigue. I kinda ignored most of botw so totk was mostly fresh. I poured 75 hours into it the first couple weeks and loved it. I’ll probably go back at some point but totk is definitely in my top 5 games of all time.
I liked the fire dungeon actually 😢. In all honesty it was for all the wrong reasons. The solutions the game wanted you to take were so stupid but making your own way was fun.
@Nintoz That is a good question. My other would be whether or not maps like Silence which are only at the end of a Grand Prix would be put into a normal rotation. That and maybe how often mini prix will be in because I really liked it for a more casual feel and then it disappeared.
@jmvalone I personally think map variety may be the games main issue for me. I’m loving it and it’s an easy 9 but for some reason only the same few tracks are rotating. The original game has more so I honestly can’t figure out why they aren’t all rotating for more variety.
I’m adoring this game and some of these tips are really helpful. Also as a message to the people saying this game is a monkeys paw situation frankly I think something like this will make a new fzero commercially viable for Nintendo. I for one never played fzero before this but I’d buy a new entry for sure since I’ve been having a blast with 99.
I was sick yesterday which was perfectly timed with the fzero 99 announcement. I’d never played fzero before but I gave it a try and now I can’t stop. my only complaint is the maps don’t seem to rotate but still really fun game.
@Rainbowfire We mostly are. We now pretty much are in an era of mediocre to good tie ins. Good thing we have Outright Games to keep the torch of crappy tie ins alive.
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Re: Pokémon Pokopia Is Seemingly Nintendo's First Game-Key Card Release
It’s 10 gigs what’s the logic. I get AAA releases with big file sizes but a game this small? No real reason.
Re: Surprise! Pikmin 4 Is Getting A Free Content Update On Switch Next Month
@Gatorclops
I’m playing through three houses again on switch 2 and that game desperately needs it. Same with the Xenoblade games they just look so blurry in handheld.
Re: Review: Hollow Knight: Silksong - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - Woven To Brutal Perfection
@LinktotheFuture
Definitely make the run through sinners road for the alt path then. Phantom is one of my favorite bosses anyways so have fun.
Re: Review: Hollow Knight: Silksong - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - Woven To Brutal Perfection
@LinktotheFuture
Super difficult but it has more variety than doing the same run over and over. Plus it ended up having one of my favorite fights in the game so it was a win.
@CJD87 Ugh of course it is. I’ve been dreading it since some of my friends got there first.
Re: Review: Hollow Knight: Silksong - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - Woven To Brutal Perfection
@Athropos
I know exactly what fight you mean. Worst feeling win since that elephant scene in It Takes Two.
Re: Review: Hollow Knight: Silksong - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - Woven To Brutal Perfection
@CJD87
The last judge run back is the only time I actually got frustrated with the game. I ended up skipping it through the secret route lol.
Re: "I Have No Words" - Silksong Fans Are Losing Their Minds Over One Bench
This bench made me laugh out loud it’s so on brand for the game. Hunters March isn’t even that bad if you have the dash so I fortunately did have health still. Now I was dumb and sat down a second time which honestly made it funnier.
Re: Talking Point: Is Hollow Knight: Silksong Too Difficult?
Accessibility doesn’t necessarily mean making something easier. It means making it available so that everyone regardless of disabilities or other circumstances can play the game. Not necessarily making it easier. If it’s easier you’re not even playing the same game the developers wanted to be made so why bother. I personally usually drop souls esque games but I love metroidvanias so I’m sticking through this. It’s punishing and hard so there’s some bosses that got on my nerves but overall I’m really enjoying the experience. If you aren’t then maybe this genre or this game just isn’t for you and that’s fine. I’ve dropped Elden Ring three times and I don’t necessarily thing difficulty options would make it any better.
Re: Donkey Kong Bananza's Dig Button Placement Is All Thanks To Miyamoto
@dazzleshell
In game purchases typically can refer to a switch online sub so not really an indicator
Re: Futuristic Deep Sea Adventure 'Glaciered', Swims Onto Switch 2 This Winter
@gabrigoes
For sure I definitely didn’t get a handle on the controls and combat in my short demo so it could definitely improve.
Re: Futuristic Deep Sea Adventure 'Glaciered', Swims Onto Switch 2 This Winter
Played at pax east this year was really neat. It did control a little weird but I could see it being a real gem.
Re: Review: Shadow Labyrinth - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - Sometimes 'Good Enough' Is Just That
I kinda loved the circle short for the absurdity and I’m sure this will be more of the same. Will be my next get after Bananza is finished.
Re: Splatoon 3's Summer Nights Event Returns Next Month With A New Splatfest & Free Items
@GregamanX
All of the gear was also from the Splatoon 2 final fest. I always used the eye of justice so might have to get back into Splatoon 3.
Re: Opinion: An Ode To The Fallen Arm, Xenoblade Chronicles' Best Map
@Papery0shi
All the Xenoblade games need switch 2 patches. Especially for handheld I decided to try to pick Xenoblade 3 back up for a good rpg to play on S2 but it looks rough especially in handheld.
Re: Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Footage Shows 60fps Gameplay For Switch 2
@Fizza
Pokemon legends Z is a full switch 2 upgrade while this is just a performance patch I guess. Won’t legends Z hit up to 120fps? Not justifying it I think it should be free but that’s probably the internal justification.
Re: Poll: With One Week To Go, What Are Your Switch 2 Launch-Day Plans?
Midnight launch and hopefully Mario kart all night.
Re: Opinion: Splatoon Brought Me Back To Online Multiplayer, But Octo Valley Shines Brightest
Probably one of my favorite games ever mostly because of the campaign. I replay it around once a year on a sick/rainy day. Favorite final boss in gaming and so many standout levels.
Re: Pokémon Scalpers Are Ignoring Tornado Warnings Just To Nab Latest Card Collection
@MrDocena
That’d only be true if people weren’t paying for it. Now people aren’t necessarily paying the insane upscale price especially for the raw card but the most recent sold tcgplayer listing is $800 which is still insane for a modern card.
Re: Pokémon Scalpers Are Ignoring Tornado Warnings Just To Nab Latest Card Collection
@MrDocena
Prismatic evolutions Umbreon price says otherwise. They will still sell unfortunately.
Re: Talking Point: Are You Ghosting Switch 1 To Save Yourself For Switch 2?
Coincidentally all the stuff I’ve been playing is on steam and even then I’ve had a busy couple months. The only game I really had going on switch before that was Xenoblade 3 which I have fingers crossed for a switch 2 upgrade on.
Re: You Can Now Hide Those Naughty Hentai Games On Switch
@TheExile285
I really wish they would let you remove those. I hate having old demos and other nonsense like that.
Re: Deltarune Will Have Exclusive 'Mouse Mode' Content On Switch 2
@OwenGamer22
The mouse function will be on pc but the switch slightly alters the sequence for two mouses.
Re: PSA: Switch Online Includes Switch 2 Edition Upgrade Pack Access At "No Additional Cost"
@Rhaoulos
I’m still struggling on finding consistent prices for anything. Seriously it’s not that hard for them to take the time to explain this msrp stuff.
Re: Poll: Which Starter Pokémon Will You Choose In Legends: Z-A?
Tepig all the way my first starter on my first pokemon game
Re: Monster Hunter-Style Free-To-Slay 'Dauntless' Is Shutting Down
@HammerGalladeBro the 3ds game unfortunately did not have that future which is a shame. The original was one of my favorite 3ds games as a kid.
Re: Feature: 10 Years Ago, Nintendo Launched The Very Best 3DS
I realllly want one of these but I’d prefer a US one so I don’t have to deal with region lock stuff. My 2DS is getting on in years and I really need something bigger and this looks perfect.
Re: Nintendo Direct June 2024: Time, Where To Watch, What To Expect
@Rozetta
I actually really liked FE2 remake. It’s actually my second favorite behind three houses
Re: Random: BAFTA's 'Iconic Game Characters' Poll Has Us Scratching Our Heads
This is probably skewed towards the audience of the BAFTA game awards. Ask any random guy off the street chances are they won’t know who Lara Croft is let alone Agent 42. Mario Sonic Pac-Man Pikachu and their ilk are 100% the most recognizable characters due to how well marketed they are. Like you aren’t going to casually see someone in Hitman or Tomb Raider merch but Mario merch is a daily occurrence.
Re: Random: New Pokémon Ad Positions 3DS As 'Retro', And The Internet Disagrees
I was in a GameStop yesterday and there was a sign advertising retro system trade ins. Some of the systems listed were the WiiU and PS3.
Re: Don't Expect A Remake Of Final Fantasy 6 Soon, If Ever
FF7 was a franchise on its own by the time the remake came along and had much more lore to work on for a fully expanded remake like it got. FF6 does not have that and does not need it. It is one of the closest things to a perfect game that I know. HD 2D would be great but it doesn’t need it. A remake like FF7 would not work.
Re: Online Play For Steel Diver: Sub Wars On 3DS Has Been Discontinued Early
I watched The Hunt for Red October a couple nights ago and all I could think was that I should drop in for a round on this game. I admittedly didn’t play much but I enjoyed it and am sad to see it go.
Re: Players Need To Start "Feeling Comfortable" With Not Owning Games, Says Ubisoft Subs Boss
Hm on one hand I see the argument I mean that’s the direction that movies and tv shows went but they are different mediums by far. A season of tv takes what 8 hours tops to watch. A game can take up to 60 hours. If you have limited free time it legitimately makes more sense to just buy what you want compared to other mediums.
Re: Poll: How Often Do You Trade-In Your Switch Games?
I have traded in a game only once. I was slightly short on funds tears of the kingdom launch day so I traded in my copy of Terraria for switch. I own it on steam anyhow so it was an easy choice.
Re: Soapbox: As A 'Slay The Spire' Addict, I Can't Believe I Almost Missed This 2023 Gem
I played this at PAX East and really enjoyed it but it slipped off my radar. I should give it a go.
Re: Mailbox: The Future Of 3D Mario, Indie Sequels, Deadlines - Nintendo Life Letters
@CaleBoi25
I’d take a switch port any day. I still remember being shocked as a kid with the boss fight thing at the end. As a Final Fantasy fan I was really happy with that sequence.
Re: Mailbox: The Future Of 3D Mario, Indie Sequels, Deadlines - Nintendo Life Letters
@Natendo64
Try Mario Sports Mix for the Wii. Played a bit this weekend for the first time in around 3 years and it has a pretty decent if relatively simplistic Hockey game. Base mechanics are there with I believe 9 distinct arenas and 20 something characters.
Re: Anniversary: Happy Birthday To Nintendo's Ugliest, Most Indestructible Console
@Axecon
I got the 80$ model although it didn’t come preloaded. Honestly the 2ds was a steal at that point and I hope someday nintendo has a dedicated handheld again. I’ve had mine for years and I am looking for an upgrade soon as the circle pad rubber fell off but it still works alright. Truly a great console.
Re: Star Wars Heritage Pack Is Getting A Physical Release, Includes 7 Games (North America)
This is tempting. I own KOTOR on mobile but I haven’t touched any of the others. May have to get this.
Re: Time Extension And Lost In Cult Are Joining Forces For 'The Console Chronicles'
Did I miss something. I hang around these comments sections quite a bit but I have no idea what’s going on.
Re: Hideki Kamiya Is Leaving PlatinumGames
@Lord
I would assume if any company is buying them it’d be Nintendo. Xbox and platinum have had a rocky relationship since Scalebound was cancelled.
Re: Poll: Have You Come First In F-Zero 99 Yet?
Getting closer I can manage top 25 regularly often into the teens.
Re: Soapbox: FOMO Nearly Ruined Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom For Me
I’m surprised to see the turnaround here in opinion of this game. I for one loved it but I wonder if a bit of it is fatigue. I kinda ignored most of botw so totk was mostly fresh. I poured 75 hours into it the first couple weeks and loved it. I’ll probably go back at some point but totk is definitely in my top 5 games of all time.
Re: Soapbox: FOMO Nearly Ruined Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom For Me
I liked the fire dungeon actually 😢. In all honesty it was for all the wrong reasons. The solutions the game wanted you to take were so stupid but making your own way was fun.
Re: Review: F-Zero 99 - A Brilliant Battle-Royale Revival That Plays To The Series' Strengths
@Nintoz
That is a good question. My other would be whether or not maps like Silence which are only at the end of a Grand Prix would be put into a normal rotation. That and maybe how often mini prix will be in because I really liked it for a more casual feel and then it disappeared.
Re: Review: F-Zero 99 - A Brilliant Battle-Royale Revival That Plays To The Series' Strengths
@jmvalone
I personally think map variety may be the games main issue for me. I’m loving it and it’s an easy 9 but for some reason only the same few tracks are rotating. The original game has more so I honestly can’t figure out why they aren’t all rotating for more variety.
Re: F-ZERO 99: Tips & Tricks - How To Win Races, Everything You Need To Know
I’m adoring this game and some of these tips are really helpful. Also as a message to the people saying this game is a monkeys paw situation frankly I think something like this will make a new fzero commercially viable for Nintendo. I for one never played fzero before this but I’d buy a new entry for sure since I’ve been having a blast with 99.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 16th)
I was sick yesterday which was perfectly timed with the fzero 99 announcement. I’d never played fzero before but I gave it a try and now I can’t stop. my only complaint is the maps don’t seem to rotate but still really fun game.
Re: Nintendo Direct September 2023: Time, Where To Watch, Our Predictions
@TheBigBlue
I’d prefer a radiance duology remaster. Or just a straight port those games are way too much used.
Re: Unity To Charge Developers A Fee Each Time A Game Is Installed Next Year
@blindsquarel
From what I can tell it’s because if you had to pay to use Unity most devs would move to unreal or some similar engine.
Re: Cowabunga! New Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Game Announced For Next Year
@Rainbowfire
We mostly are. We now pretty much are in an era of mediocre to good tie ins. Good thing we have Outright Games to keep the torch of crappy tie ins alive.