Donkey Kong Bonanza has been a blast for me. I still haven't fought the final boss yet due to time constraints, but honestly that is exactly how I like it. I get to enjoy this game for longer stretches of time. And I'll probably never stop putting out comparisons between Donkey Kong Bonanza and Super Mario Odyssey. That being said, they are both very different beasts in core gameplay.
I honestly wasn't super impressed, though they did showcase some solid titles. I was just expecting a little bit more pizazz in comparison to what we got.
My brother was just telling me about this upgrade earlier today. In my opinion, the Nintendo Switch version needed it pretty badly. I still think I will probably end up playing this game on my Steam Deck OLED instead though.
I honestly don't have expectations but I am expecting some new titles and remasters/remakes of older titles. I am more interested in newer content versus remakes. As long as I get a few of those, I will be happy. Maybe even some more Nintendo Switch 2 upgrades for current games as well would be nice.
This is a pretty sizable update to be honest. I am pretty pleased with the fixes and changes overall. I am sure there is more to come in the future as well.
I am still planning on getting one myself. I just didn't have the money at the time. That being said, the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller I have is still going strong for the most part.
Common sense could have avoided this entire scenario. I honestly was disappointed myself that the cartridge wasn't yellow, but I wouldn't have gone this far. I am glad he was able to get the cartridge out.
Looks pretty cool! My girlfriend could potentially want this but it is pretty light on the piece count. I suppose that can't be helped considering what it is trying to emulate.
I have been playing Donkey Kong Bonanza on Nintendo Switch 2 and Bomb Rush Cyberfunk on Steam Deck OLED. Both of which are very different, but fun experiences. Happy gaming for whatever is left of your weekend everyone!
The Luigi one is probably my favorite. It isn't the most clean sculpture out of all of the available ones, but the shape of Luigi's head is a difficult to sculpt shape in the first place so I consider it pretty impressive.
I have been waiting for them to add new craftable items with copper for a very long time. I barely make use of it at this point. I know my kids will be happy with this update for sure.
I wasn't excited at all for Death Stranding 1, but after what I have heard about the sequel, I am genuinely interested now. I will probably skip the first one though since I watched my brother play it and I wasn't very interested. I hear the second entry is most much interesting.
Beating the Xbox Series wasn't exactly a hard record to break! I very curious what the overall sales of the Nintendo Switch 2 will be in a year from now.
For me personally, the North American variant is the easy choice. I do really like the Japanese variant as well, but the European is just out of the question for me.
I was always a pretty big fan of Neverwinter Nights but when I was younger I didn't have either the money or the PC to play the second game. I will almost certainly be playing this. I just don't know if I will be playing it on Nintendo Switch 2 or Steam Deck OLED at this point.
I honestly don't even need a demo, so I won't be searching for one. I already know I will love this game. It is probably my most anticipated game this year and I have a hard time believing anything else can top it.
That file size is pretty incredible to be honest. I know this game will be packed with content so I expected a higher file size amount. I have plenty of space to spare regardless since I only keep games I am currently playing downloaded. I don't even have an SD card in my Nintendo Switch 2 yet.
I will primarily be playing Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix+ today myself. I have been loving it, and it has been a great experience on my Steam Deck OLED. Happy gaming everyone as always!
I have nothing against the PS5, but mine has been completely powered off for over a month. Between my Steam Deck OLED and my Nintendo Switch 2, I can't see much of a reason to play it when my lifestyle requires mobility. That being said, I still love my PS5, it just doesn't serve much of a purpose at the moment.
I am not surprised by this news at all. I am just glad I was able to secure one myself. I would have been a little disappointed waiting on the side for the chance to get one while everyone else was having fun.
I certainly haven't forgotten about Donkey Kong Bonanza! It is my most hyped title at this point since I (like many others) have been waiting for a new 3D Donkey Kong game for a long time. I can't wait to see what cool secrets there are to find, and how many different there are to collect all the collectibles in this game. This will probably be just like Super Mario Odyssey where people are doing challenge runs with specific requirements for the foreseeable future. I will be picking the game up on day 1 if I have the money at the time. Going on holiday recently tore through my finances.
I recently revisited The Legend of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom through the Nintendo Switch 2 edition upgrade and I finally completed the game. I stopped playing it a long time ago before finishing it, so it felt great having a good reason to test out a Nintendo Switch 2 edition game.
For this weekend, I will mainly be playing Mario Kart World and AI: The Somnium Files - The Nirvana Initiave. I started that game as well a long time ago and never got around to completing it. I planning on beating it this time around.
I am not sure if I will be getting a survey but my experience with the Nintendo Switch 2 has been nothing but fantastic. It has caused me to go back and beat some of my games I never finished. They run so much better now!
The battery life has been fine for me as well, and how easily the system synced and utilized my old Nintendo Switch 1 controllers is fantastic.
I haven't taken advantage of mouse mode too much yet, but I can see where it will be very useful in the future.
The hardware feels premium as well, which is probably one of the most important things for me to enjoy a new piece of tech.
I will get a real feel on how I feel about the system when Donkey Kong Bonanza comes out. That will be the real test for me personally.
This overview is a pretty fair assessment of what I've experienced so far with Fortnite on Nintendo Switch 2. I don't really have any complaints with the experience so far and I am glad to be able to play it on something besides my PlayStation 5.
I have an immense amount of respect for this man. Even though it hasn't been long, I still miss whenever he was the voice of Mario. It was a completely different era.
The magnets are still a much better option over the rails that we were using before. Just like with anything else, you have to be careful when using it. And make sure your kids know how to properly attach and detach Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons.
I've been enjoying the game myself but I'm honestly more excited for Donkey Kong Bonanza. I don't enjoy Mario Kart games as much as I used to and I typically look for different experiences. That being said though, the game is still really fun and is a great family game. I have been having fun exploring the free roam areas and playing Grand Prix mode. I haven't really messed around for battle mode yet. I am saving that for family game night.
I personally am happy with the screen that was given. I never owned a Nintendo Switch OLED so I don't only have that type of comparison. The only comparison I would have would be with my Steam Deck OLED and that isn't really a fair comparison since it can't go up to 120 hz. I don't think I would even upgrade even if they did offer an OLED variant in the future unless there were some other specific features that made it worth a purchase.
I have really been enjoying mine. It still isn't replacing my Steam Deck OLED as my primary gaming machine, but it has been a fantastic family gaming device. I have no qualms with it at this point.
I was really hoping that Nintendo would have adjusted the technology behind their joycon sticks. Mine are working perfectly fine right now, but I wonder how long that will last.
I don5 have the money to purchase one right now but rest assured I will be getting one. I am more concerned with having enough money to get Donkey Kong Bonanza.
I think I would rather play the game for fun and earn the coins over time. We haven't gotten a new Mario Kart game in a very long time. There isn't much reason to rush the enjoyment of this one.
Honestly, the game really does look pretty cutesy. I love the colors and character models. The animations seem a little stiff but I vibe with it. 12 shops also seems like a decent amount of content. I actually think I would like to play it. I'd definitely get it for Nintendo Switch 2. I wonder what the price point is. I didn't see it listed in the article.
I saw this news on one of my social media apps earlier. It is a shame for sure because I honestly have enjoyed both of the Yooka-Laylee games. Layoffs will be a harsh reality during our curing gaming climate.
I only put about 10 or so hours into the game myself and I really enjoyed my time with the game. I don't think I will play much more because I feel like I got my fill of the game. Free content is always good content though so this is great for regular players.
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Re: Opinion: Can We Stop Comparing Donkey Kong Bananza's Tactile Thrills To Odyssey Now?
Donkey Kong Bonanza has been a blast for me. I still haven't fought the final boss yet due to time constraints, but honestly that is exactly how I like it. I get to enjoy this game for longer stretches of time. And I'll probably never stop putting out comparisons between Donkey Kong Bonanza and Super Mario Odyssey. That being said, they are both very different beasts in core gameplay.
Re: Reaction: Switch 2 Needed A Partner Showcase With Pep; This Wasn't It
I honestly wasn't super impressed, though they did showcase some solid titles. I was just expecting a little bit more pizazz in comparison to what we got.
Re: Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Gets Free Switch 2 Performance Patch
My brother was just telling me about this upgrade earlier today. In my opinion, the Nintendo Switch version needed it pretty badly. I still think I will probably end up playing this game on my Steam Deck OLED instead though.
Re: Feature: Nintendo Partner Direct Predictions - What Do You Expect To See?
I honestly don't have expectations but I am expecting some new titles and remasters/remakes of older titles. I am more interested in newer content versus remakes. As long as I get a few of those, I will be happy. Maybe even some more Nintendo Switch 2 upgrades for current games as well would be nice.
Re: Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Announced For Tomorrow, 31st July 2025
Excellent. I will absolutely be watching this when it goes live. Hopefully a ton of good stuff to look forward to gets announced.
Re: Mario Kart World Has Been Updated To Version 1.2.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
This is a pretty sizable update to be honest. I am pretty pleased with the fixes and changes overall. I am sure there is more to come in the future as well.
Re: Review: Dungeons & Dragons Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition (Switch) - A Flawed Gem That Needed More Polish
@Dpishere I am right there with you. I have every intention of picking up this game.
Re: Around 1 In 3 Switch 2 Owners Bought New Pro Controller Despite High Price Point (US)
I am still planning on getting one myself. I just didn't have the money at the time. That being said, the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller I have is still going strong for the most part.
Re: Random: DK Enthusiast Breaks Switch 2 In Bananas Spray Painting Job Gone Wrong
Common sense could have avoided this entire scenario. I honestly was disappointed myself that the cartridge wasn't yellow, but I wouldn't have gone this far. I am glad he was able to get the cartridge out.
Re: Nintendo's LEGO Game Boy Officially Revealed, Releasing October 2025
Looks pretty cool! My girlfriend could potentially want this but it is pretty light on the piece count. I suppose that can't be helped considering what it is trying to emulate.
Re: More Switch Games Reportedly Receive Switch 2 Compatibility Fixes
I don't own any of those games, but this is very nice to see!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (19th July)
I have been playing Donkey Kong Bonanza on Nintendo Switch 2 and Bomb Rush Cyberfunk on Steam Deck OLED. Both of which are very different, but fun experiences. Happy gaming for whatever is left of your weekend everyone!
Re: Switch Port Specialist Virtuos Confirms 270 Layoffs
Unfortunately, this is not very surprising considering the volatility of the video game industry these days. Nobody is safe to be honest.
Re: Gallery: Donkey Kong Bananza Players Show Off 'DK Artist' Masterpieces
The Luigi one is probably my favorite. It isn't the most clean sculpture out of all of the available ones, but the shape of Luigi's head is a difficult to sculpt shape in the first place so I consider it pretty impressive.
Re: Mini Review: WaterField Designs Magnetic Case For Switch 2 - Simple, But Brilliant
Looks okay, but for that price point it is an easy pass for me. I can't see an instance where I would even consider getting this one.
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - Duel: Weaponlord (SNES)
Honestly, this one should be labelled as a no contest. The North American variant takes the cake easily for me.
Re: Minecraft Is Updating Copper To "Make It More Useful"
I have been waiting for them to add new craftable items with copper for a very long time. I barely make use of it at this point. I know my kids will be happy with this update for sure.
Re: A Nintendo Subsidiary Helped Out On The Development Of Death Stranding 2
I wasn't excited at all for Death Stranding 1, but after what I have heard about the sequel, I am genuinely interested now. I will probably skip the first one though since I watched my brother play it and I wasn't very interested. I hear the second entry is most much interesting.
Re: Level-5 CEO Sees AI As 'Tool For Communication And Efficiency Improvement'
That is actually exactly how I view AI. I hope they always have that viewpoint.
Re: Switch 2 Has Already Overtaken The Combined Lifetime Sales Of The Entire Xbox Series Family And PS5 Pro In Japan
Beating the Xbox Series wasn't exactly a hard record to break! I very curious what the overall sales of the Nintendo Switch 2 will be in a year from now.
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - Donkey Konga 2
For me personally, the North American variant is the easy choice. I do really like the Japanese variant as well, but the European is just out of the question for me.
Re: Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition Is On Its Way To Switch This July
I was always a pretty big fan of Neverwinter Nights but when I was younger I didn't have either the money or the PC to play the second game. I will almost certainly be playing this. I just don't know if I will be playing it on Nintendo Switch 2 or Steam Deck OLED at this point.
Re: Donkey Kong Bananza Switch 2 Demo Spotted In The Wild
I honestly don't even need a demo, so I won't be searching for one. I already know I will love this game. It is probably my most anticipated game this year and I have a hard time believing anything else can top it.
Re: Nintendo Appears To Have Updated Donkey Kong Bananza's Switch 2 File Size
That file size is pretty incredible to be honest. I know this game will be packed with content so I expected a higher file size amount. I have plenty of space to spare regardless since I only keep games I am currently playing downloaded. I don't even have an SD card in my Nintendo Switch 2 yet.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (21st June)
I will primarily be playing Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix+ today myself. I have been loving it, and it has been a great experience on my Steam Deck OLED. Happy gaming everyone as always!
Re: Talking Point: Do You Have A New Go-To Racer In Mario Kart World?
Nope. I have always been a Luigi main and I don't think that will ever change. I always go back to using him.
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - Jet Set Radio (Dreamcast)
This was a tough one for me, but I ended up voting for the North American variant. It popped the most to me.
Re: As Switch 2 Breaks Records Worldwide, Sony Reminds Us That PS5 Still Exists
@sethfranum Exactly. My comment was just my take, that's all.
Re: As Switch 2 Breaks Records Worldwide, Sony Reminds Us That PS5 Still Exists
I have nothing against the PS5, but mine has been completely powered off for over a month. Between my Steam Deck OLED and my Nintendo Switch 2, I can't see much of a reason to play it when my lifestyle requires mobility. That being said, I still love my PS5, it just doesn't serve much of a purpose at the moment.
Re: Switch 2 Sets "All-Time" Launch Record For Video Game Hardware In The US
I am not surprised by this news at all. I am just glad I was able to secure one myself. I would have been a little disappointed waiting on the side for the chance to get one while everyone else was having fun.
Re: Poll: Do You Three-Star-Gold Every Mario World Grand Prix Before Moving On To The Next?
I only go for 3 stars occasionally, and I am not worried about a particular order. I am honestly in no rush to 100% complete this game.
Re: Nintendo Reminds Us DK Is On The Way To Switch 2 Next Month
I certainly haven't forgotten about Donkey Kong Bonanza! It is my most hyped title at this point since I (like many others) have been waiting for a new 3D Donkey Kong game for a long time. I can't wait to see what cool secrets there are to find, and how many different there are to collect all the collectibles in this game. This will probably be just like Super Mario Odyssey where people are doing challenge runs with specific requirements for the foreseeable future. I will be picking the game up on day 1 if I have the money at the time. Going on holiday recently tore through my finances.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (14th June)
I recently revisited The Legend of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom through the Nintendo Switch 2 edition upgrade and I finally completed the game. I stopped playing it a long time ago before finishing it, so it felt great having a good reason to test out a Nintendo Switch 2 edition game.
For this weekend, I will mainly be playing Mario Kart World and AI: The Somnium Files - The Nirvana Initiave. I started that game as well a long time ago and never got around to completing it. I planning on beating it this time around.
As always, happy gaming everyone!
Re: Nintendo Survey Asks Switch 2 Users About Their Experience So Far
I am not sure if I will be getting a survey but my experience with the Nintendo Switch 2 has been nothing but fantastic. It has caused me to go back and beat some of my games I never finished. They run so much better now!
The battery life has been fine for me as well, and how easily the system synced and utilized my old Nintendo Switch 1 controllers is fantastic.
I haven't taken advantage of mouse mode too much yet, but I can see where it will be very useful in the future.
The hardware feels premium as well, which is probably one of the most important things for me to enjoy a new piece of tech.
I will get a real feel on how I feel about the system when Donkey Kong Bonanza comes out. That will be the real test for me personally.
Re: Review: Fortnite (Switch 2) - A Visual Overhaul & Neat Mouse Mode Tricks For Ol' Reliable
This overview is a pretty fair assessment of what I've experienced so far with Fortnite on Nintendo Switch 2. I don't really have any complaints with the experience so far and I am glad to be able to play it on something besides my PlayStation 5.
Re: Random: Mario Kart World Players, Take Heed - This Is What Happens When You Throw A Blue Shell In First Place
Yeah, I have already done this myself in Mario Kart World. It was the first time I had ever seen it in my play experience.
Re: Charles Martinet Explains How He Wants To "Maintain The Integrity" Of Mario
I have an immense amount of respect for this man. Even though it hasn't been long, I still miss whenever he was the voice of Mario. It was a completely different era.
Re: Random: Ouch! Switch 2 Owners Are Feeling The Pinch With The New Joy-Con
The magnets are still a much better option over the rails that we were using before. Just like with anything else, you have to be careful when using it. And make sure your kids know how to properly attach and detach Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Cons.
Re: Mario Kart World: How To Access The Hidden LAN Mode Option
This will definitely be useful for tournaments. I won't have much of a use for it though.
Re: Review: Mario Kart World (Switch 2) - The Perfect Introduction To A New Console Generation
I've been enjoying the game myself but I'm honestly more excited for Donkey Kong Bonanza. I don't enjoy Mario Kart games as much as I used to and I typically look for different experiences. That being said though, the game is still really fun and is a great family game. I have been having fun exploring the free roam areas and playing Grand Prix mode. I haven't really messed around for battle mode yet. I am saving that for family game night.
Re: Poll: Are You Happy With Switch 2's Screen? Because Some People Certainly Aren't
I personally am happy with the screen that was given. I never owned a Nintendo Switch OLED so I don't only have that type of comparison. The only comparison I would have would be with my Steam Deck OLED and that isn't really a fair comparison since it can't go up to 120 hz. I don't think I would even upgrade even if they did offer an OLED variant in the future unless there were some other specific features that made it worth a purchase.
Re: It's Official, Switch 2 Has Sold Over 3.5 Million Units Globally In Its First Four Days
I have really been enjoying mine. It still isn't replacing my Steam Deck OLED as my primary gaming machine, but it has been a fantastic family gaming device. I have no qualms with it at this point.
Re: Magnetic Joy-Con Sticks Already In The Works For Switch 2 Amid Fears Of Drift
I was really hoping that Nintendo would have adjusted the technology behind their joycon sticks. Mine are working perfectly fine right now, but I wonder how long that will last.
Re: Switch 2 Pro Controller Teardown Gives Us A Good Look At The New Sticks
I don5 have the money to purchase one right now but rest assured I will be getting one. I am more concerned with having enough money to get Donkey Kong Bonanza.
Re: Mario Kart World Players Have Found A Really Easy Way To Farm Coins
I think I would rather play the game for fun and earn the coins over time. We haven't gotten a new Mario Kart game in a very long time. There isn't much reason to rush the enjoyment of this one.
Re: Tamagotchi Plaza Lets You Be A Dentist Or Tailor In New Gameplay Trailer
Honestly, the game really does look pretty cutesy. I love the colors and character models. The animations seem a little stiff but I vibe with it. 12 shops also seems like a decent amount of content. I actually think I would like to play it. I'd definitely get it for Nintendo Switch 2. I wonder what the price point is. I didn't see it listed in the article.
Re: Yooka-Laylee Dev Playtonic Is The Latest Studio Hit By Layoffs
I saw this news on one of my social media apps earlier. It is a shame for sure because I honestly have enjoyed both of the Yooka-Laylee games. Layoffs will be a harsh reality during our curing gaming climate.
Re: PowerWash Simulator's Final Free Content Update Splashes Onto Switch
I only put about 10 or so hours into the game myself and I really enjoyed my time with the game. I don't think I will play much more because I feel like I got my fill of the game. Free content is always good content though so this is great for regular players.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (31st May)
I'll probably be mainly playing Left 4 Dead 2 on Steam Deck this weekend. I can't see myself playing much else. Regardless, Happy gaming everyone!
Re: Sonic Looks To Be Teasing Something With Red Bull
I guess sometimes the blue hedgehog that has to go fast, has to go even faster. That is what Red Bull is for.