Blows my mind that some folks will be getting the inferior Switch 1 version just because of physical release. I would rather have the better Switch 2 version.
@Dang_69 Or they could just erase an older game on their memory card to make way for that new game. Not everyone keeps every single game on their memory storage.
I don't care about Pokemon but I don't see game key cards as an issue. Sony and Microsoft are going that way too. All 3 companies would only do digital purchases only if they could, but they want that physical storefront presence especially during Christmas present buying season. These game card releases are not for everyday gamers, but for clueless parents/relatives who want to put something under a tree. This is a perfect solution.
If the game is available on a game key card, people complain and claim to boycott that game. But when a game is available only digitally (not physical or game key card), several break ranks and purchase the game as evidenced by Silksong. I think that the game key card is more for brick and mortar store presence than anything else. More of an advertisement. Yeah, some games like PT might be taken off the digital store, but that is a small percentage. And I will be too busy playing Switch 5 or PS8 to notice.
@LastFootnote It does have to do with the other. Just pointing out how the physical game only people are never truly going to boycott something whether it is digital or key card if they really want to experience something (like Silksong).
Hollow Knight was good, but you would think it was the best thing since sliced bread. I will play Silksong when it comes out, but not in a rush like some here.
@KociolekDoSyta LOL. I kind of laughed when I read your arguement about no internet. I am sure that are some small scenarios of no internet, but it is not as hard to get these days. You can even access the internet on your Switch through your cell phone. Do you watch Netfilx or other streaming services at grandma's? Maybe it is a sign that grandma wants you to spend more time with her and not on your devices.
Stop pretending that you guys (gals) are collecting physical games for the future generations (like one of the letters talks about). If you have kids, they probably will be more interested in future generations console systems not the current ones. They might not even like video games. I have 2 grown kids. They both like the games that I am not interested in. And they play much less than I do. Your hoarder plan for future generations might just be yours and not theirs.
I have a PS5 for the big screen gaming but I love playing in handheld mode. I have Portal in addition to Switch but it ties me down to having to have a connection for streaming. Switch 2 would be perfect to bring those PS5 (or Xbox) games on the go. And before someone says Steam Deck, not interested in that.
@Razzy Unfortunately, the music performers/bands usually want tons of money for their songs to be used in games. Might be more greed from them than from the game maker (Rockstar).
Key card is not an issue for me. I will either get it digitally or on key card. People settling on an inferior Switch 1 version just because it is a key card just blows my mind.
This was great. In line with what I expected for an Indie Showcase. Partner Direct was a disappointment because I expected more AAA games from that one (more games like Cyberpunk 2077 to show off Switch 2 capabilities). So this is a good turnaround.
I love how people will allegedly refuse to buy games. Guess what, people like me will continue to buy and play digital and key card games. You guys can sit on the sidelines and watch people like me continue to play and enjoy games. See how long this self ban lasts.
I participated in it and indicated that I have preference for digital over physical and that I don't mind key cards. But that sales impact my puurchase decisions the most
@BrokenCiv Some of us don't like to play on PC. I have a PC, but all my video gaming has been on consoles and various handhelds for over 3 decades now. I played on PS4, but I would love to play Shadow games on the go on Switch 2.
The EA ones should be remastered in one collection, but knowing EA (not to mention licensing issues), this will never happen. It would be awesome to see Shadow of Mordor on Switch 2.
Unlike many here, I could care less about the key cards and don't mind them. I purchase more digital games these days. PC is all digital and Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo are going towards that too. Physical games will become more rare. What worries me more, is the lack of announcements for more games from 3rd parties. Nintendo should be killing it in year 1 with 1st and 3rd party games.
As a Switch owner, I am seeing Nintendo fans blindly defending Nintendo here. Where are the Microsoft ports like on PS5? They promised Call of Duty. Where are the rumored Assassin Creed games and RDR 2? Seems very underwhelming for a partner showcase
Wish list:
NHL
Mass Effect Trilogy
Read Dead Redemption 2
GTA 4 and 5
Fallout 3 and New Vegas Remake
Viewtiful Joe Collection
Psychonauts 1 and 2.
more Microsoft games
All Resident Evil games
That's it for ports and remakes. More new and original announcements
I know that this game is broken, but cooking and gardening are the most boring things to do in real life and in video games. I would prefer another Shadow of Mordor for LOTR.
The full physical cards cost a lot of money. I don't blame the game companies for doing game key cards. Otherwise they would be selling the physical copies for zero or next to no profit.
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Re: Video: 15 Exciting New Games Coming To Switch 1 & 2 In December 2025
Great month for sure
Re: Surprise! 'Skyrim Anniversary Edition' Lands On Switch 2 Today
It doesn't say if there any improvements to graphics from Switch 1 or how it now compares to other consoles
Re: Netflix Enters Agreement To Buy Warner Bros. For $82 Billion, Includes Game Studios
Get ready for huge monthly subscription hikes if this goes through
Re: Video: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Stuns On Switch 2 In This Side-By-Side Comparison
I will take faster loading any day. PS5 spoiled me with that. Huge improvement in that for Switch 2 version
Re: Video: We've Played Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition On Switch 2 - Here's 18 Minutes Of Gameplay
But how does it compare to other consoles like PS4?
Re: Surprise! Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition Is Available Now On Switch & Switch 2
Fantastic game. Highly recommended. Definitely better to experience it on Switch 2.
Re: Super Slick Roguelike 'The Rogue Prince Of Persia' Finally Dashes Onto Switch 2 Next Month
Blows my mind that some folks will be getting the inferior Switch 1 version just because of physical release. I would rather have the better Switch 2 version.
Re: Pokémon Pokopia Is Seemingly Nintendo's First Game-Key Card Release
@Dang_69 Or they could just erase an older game on their memory card to make way for that new game. Not everyone keeps every single game on their memory storage.
Re: Pokémon Pokopia Is Seemingly Nintendo's First Game-Key Card Release
I don't care about Pokemon but I don't see game key cards as an issue. Sony and Microsoft are going that way too. All 3 companies would only do digital purchases only if they could, but they want that physical storefront presence especially during Christmas present buying season. These game card releases are not for everyday gamers, but for clueless parents/relatives who want to put something under a tree. This is a perfect solution.
Re: Super Mario Galaxy Movie Nintendo Direct Announced For Wednesday, 12th November
We don't need a Nintendo Direct for a movie trailer drop.
Re: Nintendo Direct For Kirby Air Riders Announced For Thursday, 23rd October
It is neat that the game is coming but do we really need a second 1 hour long direct on this one game?
Re: Sonic Team's Boss Wants To Put More Sonic Characters In The Spotlight
Just focus on Sonic. He's the real star.
Re: Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 Rating Spotted Online
Unlike others here, I am looking forward to it.
Re: WWE 2K25 Online Shutdown Date Revealed Just Months After Switch 2 Release
Can you still play single player offline? I know that they can't have multiplayer forever but 2 years is ridiculous.
Re: Nintendo Is "Acting To Protect The Industry" With Switch 2 Game Key Cards, Says Ex-Capcom Composer
If the game is available on a game key card, people complain and claim to boycott that game. But when a game is available only digitally (not physical or game key card), several break ranks and purchase the game as evidenced by Silksong. I think that the game key card is more for brick and mortar store presence than anything else. More of an advertisement. Yeah, some games like PT might be taken off the digital store, but that is a small percentage. And I will be too busy playing Switch 5 or PS8 to notice.
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Remake For Switch 2 Slips Into 2026, Game-Key Card Confirmed
@LastFootnote It does have to do with the other. Just pointing out how the physical game only people are never truly going to boycott something whether it is digital or key card if they really want to experience something (like Silksong).
Re: The Entire Final Fantasy VII Remake Trilogy Is Making Its Way To Switch 2
I wonder as to how many of the people who are complaining about the game key cards went out and bought the digital version of Silksong.
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Remake For Switch 2 Slips Into 2026, Game-Key Card Confirmed
I wonder how many of the people complaining about the key cards went and purchased the digital version of Silksong.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Direct September Predictions - What Do You Hope To See?
Can't wait to hear people complaining about key card releases after the Direct, even though many of those bought Silksong digitally.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Direct September Predictions - What Do You Hope To See?
Wish list:
New Mario 3D game
Mario Galaxy 1 & 2 remaster
NHL game
Read Dead Redemption 2
Microsoft games
Assassin Creed games
Re: UK Charts: Mario Kart World Takes The Lead While Cronos Sees Weak Sales On Switch 2
People blaming Cronos low sales on key cards should examine why Outlaws is selling well on the very same key cards.
Re: Round Up: Pour One Out For These 6 Brave Games Launching On 'Silksong Day'
How about none option?
Re: The Force Isn't Strong With Star Wars Outlaws On Switch 2, Initial Impressions Suggest
Looks great in the video above.
Re: Video: Kirby And The Forgotten Land Is A Dream On Switch 2 - Here's Our Side-By-Side Comparison
It looks exactly the same to me in both screens. It is still a fun game.
Re: Nintendo Download: 21st August (North America)
A lot of trash games
Re: Indiana Jones And The Great Circle Will Launch On Switch 2 In 2026
This is what the partner showcase should have had. Highlight for me for sure.
Re: Hollow Knight: Silksong "Special Announcement" Is Coming This Thursday
Hollow Knight was good, but you would think it was the best thing since sliced bread. I will play Silksong when it comes out, but not in a rush like some here.
Re: Mailbox: Game-Key Cards, Slacker Sakurai, Shapes & Beats - Nintendo Life Letters
@KociolekDoSyta LOL. I kind of laughed when I read your arguement about no internet. I am sure that are some small scenarios of no internet, but it is not as hard to get these days. You can even access the internet on your Switch through your cell phone. Do you watch Netfilx or other streaming services at grandma's? Maybe it is a sign that grandma wants you to spend more time with her and not on your devices.
Re: Mailbox: Game-Key Cards, Slacker Sakurai, Shapes & Beats - Nintendo Life Letters
Stop pretending that you guys (gals) are collecting physical games for the future generations (like one of the letters talks about). If you have kids, they probably will be more interested in future generations console systems not the current ones. They might not even like video games. I have 2 grown kids. They both like the games that I am not interested in. And they play much less than I do. Your hoarder plan for future generations might just be yours and not theirs.
Re: Feature: 32 Games We're Dying To See On Switch 2
I have a PS5 for the big screen gaming but I love playing in handheld mode. I have Portal in addition to Switch but it ties me down to having to have a connection for streaming. Switch 2 would be perfect to bring those PS5 (or Xbox) games on the go. And before someone says Steam Deck, not interested in that.
Re: Feature: 32 Games We're Dying To See On Switch 2
I don't care if they are key cards or digital only. I just want this whole list of games to come over, maybe I would also love to see NHL
Re: New Grand Theft Auto Trilogy Physical Switch Release Spotted
@Razzy Unfortunately, the music performers/bands usually want tons of money for their songs to be used in games. Might be more greed from them than from the game maker (Rockstar).
Re: Pac-Man World 2: Re-Pac Is A Big Glow-Up On Switch & Switch 2
Switch 2 version will most likely have better performance, graphics and quicker loading times. Well worth it even if it is a key card release.
Re: Pac-Man World 2: Re-Pac Is A Big Glow-Up On Switch & Switch 2
Key card is not an issue for me. I will either get it digitally or on key card. People settling on an inferior Switch 1 version just because it is a key card just blows my mind.
Re: Nintendo Indie World Showcase August 2025 - Every Announcement, Game Reveal & Trailer
This was great. In line with what I expected for an Indie Showcase. Partner Direct was a disappointment because I expected more AAA games from that one (more games like Cyberpunk 2077 to show off Switch 2 capabilities). So this is a good turnaround.
Re: Crypt Custodian & Islets Dev Is Bringing Another Gorgeous Metroidvania To Switch Next Year
This game was the highlight for me from the Showcase. Looking forward to it.
Re: Nintendo Sends Out Second Game-Key Card & Physical Game Survey
I love how people will allegedly refuse to buy games. Guess what, people like me will continue to buy and play digital and key card games. You guys can sit on the sidelines and watch people like me continue to play and enjoy games. See how long this self ban lasts.
Re: Surprise! Nintendo Announces Indie World Showcase For Thursday 7th August 2025
I hope that it's for unannounced games, not games we already know about like Silksong. I look forward to it but don't need a direct for it.
Re: Nintendo Sends Out Second Game-Key Card & Physical Game Survey
I participated in it and indicated that I have preference for digital over physical and that I don't mind key cards. But that sales impact my puurchase decisions the most
Re: Best Lord Of The Rings Games, Ranked - Switch And Nintendo Systems
@BrokenCiv Some of us don't like to play on PC. I have a PC, but all my video gaming has been on consoles and various handhelds for over 3 decades now. I played on PS4, but I would love to play Shadow games on the go on Switch 2.
Re: Best Lord Of The Rings Games, Ranked - Switch And Nintendo Systems
The EA ones should be remastered in one collection, but knowing EA (not to mention licensing issues), this will never happen. It would be awesome to see Shadow of Mordor on Switch 2.
Re: Here Are The Top Ten Best-Selling Nintendo Switch Games As Of June 2025
Will the Zelda games on Switch 2 have their own count separate from Switch 1? Will that include the $10 upgrades?
Re: Reaction: Switch 2 Needed A Partner Showcase With Pep; This Wasn't It
Unlike many here, I could care less about the key cards and don't mind them. I purchase more digital games these days. PC is all digital and Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo are going towards that too. Physical games will become more rare. What worries me more, is the lack of announcements for more games from 3rd parties. Nintendo should be killing it in year 1 with 1st and 3rd party games.
Re: Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase July 2025: Every Announcement, Game Reveal, Trailer
As a Switch owner, I am seeing Nintendo fans blindly defending Nintendo here. Where are the Microsoft ports like on PS5? They promised Call of Duty. Where are the rumored Assassin Creed games and RDR 2? Seems very underwhelming for a partner showcase
Re: Feature: Nintendo Partner Direct Predictions - What Do You Expect To See?
Wish list:
NHL
Mass Effect Trilogy
Read Dead Redemption 2
GTA 4 and 5
Fallout 3 and New Vegas Remake
Viewtiful Joe Collection
Psychonauts 1 and 2.
more Microsoft games
All Resident Evil games
That's it for ports and remakes. More new and original announcements
Re: Nintendo Was The Only One Making Steady Revenue On NES, Says Capcom Vet
And this is exactly why physical Switch 2 games would be sold at a loss and why key cartridges are more preferable by 3rd parties
Re: Review: Tales Of The Shire: A The Lord Of The Rings Game (Switch) - The Hobbit, Or "There It Crashed Again"
I know that this game is broken, but cooking and gardening are the most boring things to do in real life and in video games. I would prefer another Shadow of Mordor for LOTR.
Re: NIS America: Trails Beyond The Horizon Switch 2 Game-Key Card Release Is "Most Beneficial Option" For Fans
The full physical cards cost a lot of money. I don't blame the game companies for doing game key cards. Otherwise they would be selling the physical copies for zero or next to no profit.
Re: Poll: Has Donkey Kong Bananza Made You Feel Ill?
I have not played Bananza, but there was one game that gave me motion sickness in the past and it was Gears of War.
Re: Sonic Racing: Crossworlds On Switch 2 Will Feature The Full Base Game On Cartridge
They should be charging more for physical cards and less for digital and key card games.