I read "entire Xbox Series" and thought it meant Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and current Xbox combined, which a) might not be far off, and b) speaks to Microsoft's terrible nomenclature.
@TheFatPlumber The first thing I looked for when I booted up the Switch 2 eShop was a reduction in the number of shovelware and "hentai" puzzle games. Everything else has been improved, but not this!
@HugoGED @RadioShadow The timer never stops running, even when you hit rewind. So while you can use this exploit to get a very good lap time, your track time ends up horrendous.
TBH I thought it sounded too ambitious when they first announced they were expanding as a publisher. Not that I've kept up with that endeavor at all. Sad news, but not surprising. Hope those affected find new work soon.
MK7 is unexciting for a MK game but still very fun.
Is MK8 a 10/10? The absence of double items and ultra mini-turbos make it a big step down from MK8D, but that's only clear in hindsight. But the terrible battle mode does drop it to a 9 for me.
Game looks great. Direct was a good primer if you don't know much about the game, but a poor follow-up to the reveal two weeks ago and lacking new information.
@bloody_velvet Was thinking the same thing. Can't blame the company for laying off people they no longer need, but they should give them good severance. Not holding my breath.
My first thought when they unveiled this feature was "Oh, no, what's it going to do to my framerate?" Then I saw the GameChat videos, and it was clear they was streaming at a low framerate intentionally so as not to affect the game you're playing.
Ironic how companies moved production from China to Vietnam (which was the goal) because of tariffs on China, and now they're getting smacked with massive tariffs, anyway.
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Re: Poll: Have You Won Knockout Tour Online In Mario Kart World Yet?
Kinda funny, I won my first attempt. Haven't played this mode much online though, so I only have the one win.
Re: Back Page: Every Game Should Have A Cow
It's sad how no one cares about crabs anymore.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (21st June)
Maaahrio Kaaaht.
Re: Switch 2 Has Already Overtaken The Combined Lifetime Sales Of The Entire Xbox Series Family And PS5 Pro In Japan
I read "entire Xbox Series" and thought it meant Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and current Xbox combined, which a) might not be far off, and b) speaks to Microsoft's terrible nomenclature.
Re: Former Nintendo Execs Fear We Might Be Waiting A While For A 3D Mario On Switch 2, Thanks To Donkey Kong
I expect a wait of a year or two, but I can't see Nintendo taking any longer than that to get 3D Mario on their new console.
Re: Talking Point: Do You Have A New Go-To Racer In Mario Kart World?
I like Burger Toad, Racer Rosalina, every Yoshi, and, of course, Cow. But my heart belongs to Wario.
Re: Opinion: I'm Completely In Love With Mario Kart World's Photo Mode
I've had this game 2 weeks and haven't taken a single photo. Time to get at it.
Re: PSA: GoldenEye 007 Rip-Off Removed From The PSN Store Resurfaces On Switch eShop
@TheFatPlumber The first thing I looked for when I booted up the Switch 2 eShop was a reduction in the number of shovelware and "hentai" puzzle games. Everything else has been improved, but not this!
Re: Donkey Kong Bananza Direct: Every Announcement - How Would You Rate It?
Game looks great. Young Pauline is adorable.
Re: Nintendo Reminds Mario Kart Players They Can Toggle Auto And Smart Controls
Really annoying how you have to disable smart steering whenever you start a multiplayer match. Should be off by default.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Hoping To See In The Donkey Kong Bananza Direct?
@FarewellToGibdos Larry King?
Re: Nintendo's Music App Is Back On Track With A New Album Update
C'mon Nintendo, we need Mario Kart World.
Re: Poll: Do You Three-Star-Gold Every Mario World Grand Prix Before Moving On To The Next?
No, but I go back and 3-star them later.
Re: Mario Kart World's Rewind Feature Is Being Used To Set Crazy Time Trial Lap Records
@HugoGED @RadioShadow The timer never stops running, even when you hit rewind. So while you can use this exploit to get a very good lap time, your track time ends up horrendous.
Re: Mario Kart World: How To Access The Hidden LAN Mode Option
LAN PARTYYYYY!
Re: Review: The Legend Of Zelda: The Wind Waker (GameCube) - A Timeless Treasure
10/10 game. But I have WWHD on Wii U, so I'll replay it there when I get the urge.
Re: Doug Bowser Promises "Steady Supply" Of Switch 2s, Nate Bihldorff Plays Mario Kart With Jimmy Fallon
My Walmart had several in stock. I'm not too worried.
Re: Video: Check Out 14 Minutes Of Blistering Fast Fusion Gameplay On Switch 2
I played a lot of Fast RMX in 2017 on my Switch. This game looks pretty great.
Re: Gallery: Nintendo Switch 2 Size Comparison - Here's How It Compares To (Nearly) Every Handheld Known To Humankind
How does it compare to the Mega Duck? And I'm jealous of whoever owns that Nomad.
Re: Moo-ve Aside Mario Kart World, Garfield Kart 2 Is Racing Onto Nintendo Switch
Kids these days find it hard to believe, but Garfield was really great in the 80s and early 90s.
Re: Yooka-Laylee Dev Playtonic Is The Latest Studio Hit By Layoffs
TBH I thought it sounded too ambitious when they first announced they were expanding as a publisher. Not that I've kept up with that endeavor at all. Sad news, but not surprising. Hope those affected find new work soon.
Re: Poll: With One Week To Go, What Are Your Switch 2 Launch-Day Plans?
I'll visit my local Wal-Mart in the morning to see if they have any in stock. If so, then I'll decide whether to buy one or to wait.
Re: Feature: The Long & Rainbow Road To 'Mario Kart World' Part 3 - Final Lap
MK7 is unexciting for a MK game but still very fun.
Is MK8 a 10/10? The absence of double items and ultra mini-turbos make it a big step down from MK8D, but that's only clear in hindsight. But the terrible battle mode does drop it to a 9 for me.
MK8D is the best in the series.
Re: New LEGO Mario Sets Starring Wario, Captain Toad & Prince Florian Land August Release Date
I love the Wario in his hot pink Eldorado. Bonus points for including the Shortcat combo (they knew what they were doing).
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - Duel: F-Zero X
What a blowout. And the western box isn't even bad.
Re: Feature: The Long & Rainbow Road To 'Mario Kart World' - Part 2
I've come around lately on MKWii, but it is a bit overrated. Great tracks, though.
Double Dash is basically perfect.
Re: Back Page: Mario Kart World's Roster Is Full Of Deep Cuts, So Where Are These Guys?
Ugh. Please keep any and all of those terrible Mario & Luigi characters as far away from Mario Kart as possible.
Re: Feature: The Long & Rainbow Road To 'Mario Kart World', From SNES To Switch 2
There's a part of me that believes Super Mario Kart is still the best game in the series.
Re: Editorial: Gamers, Support The People And Sites You Love, Before It's Too Late
Not a fan of Polygon, but I don't like Screen Rant, either, so...it's a wash? No real opinion on Giant Bomb, though.
Re: You Can Now Hide Those Naughty Hentai Games On Switch
Was hoping this was an update to let you hide these games on the eShop.
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - Duel: Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones
Kind of a coin toss for me.
Re: Random: It's Official, Nobody Likes Monty Mole
Next time I play SMW I'll stomp on Monty Mole extra hard. Maybe then he'll take the hint.
Re: Mailbox: Switch 2 Price Drops, Remake Replacements, Pokémon Acquisitions - Nintendo Life Letters
Props to J. Slo. for the excellent letter.
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 US Pre-Orders Start 24th April, System & Launch Game Pricing Unchanged
Best case scenario, probably. Good thing it's clear to everyone why these price increases happened.
Re: Nintendo Direct: Mario Kart World: Every Announcement - How Would You Rate It?
Game looks great. Direct was a good primer if you don't know much about the game, but a poor follow-up to the reveal two weeks ago and lacking new information.
Re: Mario Kart World Brings Back Another Fan-Favourite Mode
Hoping Bob-omb Blast is in, too, but at least they included the two best modes.
Re: You'll Want To Learn These New Mario Kart World Tricks If You Hope To Win
Rewind is exactly what I was hoping for so I can practice the trickier shortcuts more easily. So excited.
Re: Yep, It Looks Like You Can Still Dodge Blue Shells In Mario Kart World
I loved how in Double Dash!! you could dodge red shells with a mini-turbo. 'Course, you couldn't drag items in that game.
Re: After Selling Pokémon GO For $3.5 Billion, Niantic Is Now Laying Off Employees
@bloody_velvet Was thinking the same thing. Can't blame the company for laying off people they no longer need, but they should give them good severance. Not holding my breath.
Re: Fans Fight Back Against Nintendo Switch 2 Scalpers
@YoshiAngemon "My names is Bubs. This is my regular voice."
Re: Round Up: The First Impressions Of Mario Kart World Are In
@TrogdorTheBurninator Trogdor! My compatriot!
Re: Switch 2 GameChat Choppy Frame Rate Explained By Nintendo
My first thought when they unveiled this feature was "Oh, no, what's it going to do to my framerate?" Then I saw the GameChat videos, and it was clear they was streaming at a low framerate intentionally so as not to affect the game you're playing.
Re: Nintendo Of America President Says Tariffs "Not Factored" Into Switch 2 Price
Ironic how companies moved production from China to Vietnam (which was the goal) because of tariffs on China, and now they're getting smacked with massive tariffs, anyway.
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Price Has Been Confirmed
I'll accept price increases on games as a sad necessity, but charging for a tech demo is dumb.
Re: Donkey Kong Country Artist Shares His Thoughts On Kong's New Design
It's a drastically better design. I guess nostalgia is strong, though.
Re: "Don't Let Nintendo Ruin The Entire Industry" - Is $80 For Mario Kart World A Bridge Too Far?
Aside from normal inflation, the economy and the world are pretty screwed up right now. I have a hard time blaming Nintendo for this.
Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's Official Switch Box Art Is Absolutely Stunning
This box art has me more excited for MP4 than the Direct did, haha.
Re: Poll: So, How Would You Rate The Nintendo Direct For March 2025?
Prime 4 was the biggest game of the presentation, but its trailer was pretty dull. Some niche surprises in there, but little did me personally.
Re: Select Pokémon Card Pre-Orders Cancelled After New Expansion's Disastrous Launch
The phrase "profit-based practices" amuses me. That could describe literally anything done for a livelihood, among other things.
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's SNES Library With Four More Titles
Honestly I probably don't have the time to invest in these. Otherwise I think I'd enjoy them.