I've been playing a lot of N64 games recently! It's a catalog I haven't explored much when compared to other systems. I'll finish the original Ocarina of Time this weekend, having only played 3D before, and I'll get more into Paper Mario! Also picked up The Knight Witch on sale, so I'll be checking that out
I've only recently really gotten into the Paper Mario series, I played The Origami King and I'm playing the original now, so I'm super excited for this to release. It definitely LOOKS like the best in the series, even disregarding the unanimous praise it gets. Day one buy for sure.
@somnambulance That and Star Force, and that'd be pretty much everything! Maybe a little collection of the Gameboy games + Mega Man & Bass too, though I don't see that happening.
Very close between B&W and B2W2. Either way, gen 5 was by far my favorite. Best soundtrack, story, and gameplay, in my opinion. I can see why some people may be frustrated at the more consistent interruptions, a la Sun and Moon, just not as bad, but I didn't mind really and that's just me. Sun and Moon are actually my second favorite games.
@Mauzuri expecting a little bit too much from the best-selling media franchise of all time? I'm glad you and many others will enjoy it, and if I were to get it, I would probably enjoy it to an extent too, but for a franchise as large as Pokemon, I don't think there's a way to expect 'too much' from these games.
@Don Personally, I was at least hoping for a port of WWHD and TPHD, maybe in a bundle. The G&W is pretty cool, but ultimately Zelda 35th was quite underwhelming.
I feel as though any Smash game that comes out after Ultimate will be pretty underwhelming in the end, at least if they aren't going to bring all the characters back, which was kinda the selling point of Ultimate. I'd be perfectly happy if they just bring this game forward to their next console, and if they'd like to add more DLC later down the line, sounds good to me.
Xenoblade Chronicles is fantastic, so I hope that this leads to more people trying the series out. Really happy with all of the support Nintendo has given the series, and I'm really excited to try out Pyra and Mythra!
Wont be picking this up myself (I have it on Xbox), but I highly, highly recommend picking up this game. My favorite racing game of all time and very, very fun. It's more arcade-y, so it's easy to get into and have a blast with.
Honestly, if the resolution and fps numbers weren't revealed, I wouldn't have even realized how low they are. People are talking a lot about how XC2 had really low resolution and fps at times too, and I never noticed that either. I don't really care about the numbers at all, it still looks beautiful, and it's evident either way that Monolith Soft put a ton of effort into this game.
@BabyYoshi65 pretty sure all of them are 60 USD. XC2 has a standalone DLC for 40 USD as well. I wouldn't expect a sale any time soon either with how Nintendo handles the prices of their first party games lol
@BabyYoshi65 I personally can't speak for Xenoblade Chronicles (though I will be able to in about a day!), but Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is fantastic. Probably in like my top 10 favorite games, and I'm not even a huge JRPG guy. Definitely worth a shot. I hear constant good things about Xenoblade Chronicles though, and most of those who've played both 1 and 2 prefer the original. Xenoblade Chronicles X is also great, but I didn't get as into it, though I'd like to give it another shot.
@PickledKong64 Same here. Normally I wouldn't credit those leaks at all, but leakers have kinda been on a roll recently, so there's definitely a possibility. It'll be exciting to get a new Metroid release at all since there hasn't been one since I got into the series, and if it's a 2D Metroid game, it'll be even more exciting with the fact that there hasn't been an original 2D one for 18 years.
@PickledKong64 that's fair. Definitely deviates from the Metroid formula. I can't wait for a sequel though, if that ever happens anyway, I need to see Samus vs the Galactic Federation.
So excited to start playing! I LOVE Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and after everything I've heard and seen about this game, the original may be even better. Already have it pre-downloaded, the wait is almost over!
@PickledKong64 My first two as well! Hollow Knight is still my favorite game of all time, and Super Metroid got me into one of my favorite franchises of all time. Fantastic games. Also, I hope you don't mind me talking about Metroid Fusion since you asked Jimmy, but I really enjoyed it. While it was definitely more linear, I think the less linear areas in each zone made up for that. Loved the story and scary aspects of that game.
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Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (27th April)
I've been playing a lot of N64 games recently! It's a catalog I haven't explored much when compared to other systems. I'll finish the original Ocarina of Time this weekend, having only played 3D before, and I'll get more into Paper Mario! Also picked up The Knight Witch on sale, so I'll be checking that out
Re: Video: Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Gets A Five-Minute Overview Trailer
I've only recently really gotten into the Paper Mario series, I played The Origami King and I'm playing the original now, so I'm super excited for this to release. It definitely LOOKS like the best in the series, even disregarding the unanimous praise it gets. Day one buy for sure.
Re: Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Surpasses One Million Sales Worldwide
@somnambulance That and Star Force, and that'd be pretty much everything! Maybe a little collection of the Gameboy games + Mega Man & Bass too, though I don't see that happening.
Re: Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Surpasses One Million Sales Worldwide
That's awesome man! Always makes me happy to see Mega Man getting some love, the series deserves it.
Re: Zelda: Wind Waker-Vibes Await In 'Sail Forth', Now Setting Course For Switch In 2022
I hope it's good, Wind Waker is tied for my favorite game of all time so I'll almost certainly check it out.
Re: Poll: What's The Best Pokémon Game Ever?
Very close between B&W and B2W2. Either way, gen 5 was by far my favorite. Best soundtrack, story, and gameplay, in my opinion. I can see why some people may be frustrated at the more consistent interruptions, a la Sun and Moon, just not as bad, but I didn't mind really and that's just me. Sun and Moon are actually my second favorite games.
Re: Review: Pokémon Brilliant Diamond And Shining Pearl - A Middling Pair Of Remakes
@Boldfoxrd great choice, it's a fantastic game!
Re: Review: Pokémon Brilliant Diamond And Shining Pearl - A Middling Pair Of Remakes
@Mauzuri expecting a little bit too much from the best-selling media franchise of all time? I'm glad you and many others will enjoy it, and if I were to get it, I would probably enjoy it to an extent too, but for a franchise as large as Pokemon, I don't think there's a way to expect 'too much' from these games.
Re: PSA: Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda Will Let You Enjoy Both Japanese And 'Western' Versions
@Don Personally, I was at least hoping for a port of WWHD and TPHD, maybe in a bundle. The G&W is pretty cool, but ultimately Zelda 35th was quite underwhelming.
Re: Sakurai Says He's Not Thinking About A New Smash Bros. Game, But Won't Rule It Out
I feel as though any Smash game that comes out after Ultimate will be pretty underwhelming in the end, at least if they aren't going to bring all the characters back, which was kinda the selling point of Ultimate. I'd be perfectly happy if they just bring this game forward to their next console, and if they'd like to add more DLC later down the line, sounds good to me.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo 3DS Features That Should Really Be On Switch
I've been begging for themes since the Switch came out. They were really cool on 3DS
Re: Pyra and Mythra Are Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Newest DLC Fighters
Xenoblade Chronicles is fantastic, so I hope that this leads to more people trying the series out. Really happy with all of the support Nintendo has given the series, and I'm really excited to try out Pyra and Mythra!
Re: Nintendo Officially Unveils The LEGO NES Console, Launches Next Month
This is very stupid. I love it.
Re: Video: Get Hyped For Burnout Paradise Remastered On Switch With This New Trailer
Wont be picking this up myself (I have it on Xbox), but I highly, highly recommend picking up this game. My favorite racing game of all time and very, very fun. It's more arcade-y, so it's easy to get into and have a blast with.
Re: Review: Shantae And The Seven Sirens - Back To Basics Brilliance Leads To A Must-Have Metroidvania
I haven’t even seen ads for this game, but I’m definitely interested now.
Re: It's Official: The Sonic The Hedgehog Movie Is Getting A Sequel
Nice. Great movie, especially by video game adaptation standards.
Re: Video: Digital Foundry Delivers Its Verdict On Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition
Honestly, if the resolution and fps numbers weren't revealed, I wouldn't have even realized how low they are. People are talking a lot about how XC2 had really low resolution and fps at times too, and I never noticed that either. I don't really care about the numbers at all, it still looks beautiful, and it's evident either way that Monolith Soft put a ton of effort into this game.
Re: Metroid-Inspired Side-Scroller Outbuddies DX Blasts Onto Switch "Soon"
Looks kinda weird, but I like it.
Re: Returning Players Can Collect Some Bonus Gold In Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition
@BabyYoshi65 pretty sure all of them are 60 USD. XC2 has a standalone DLC for 40 USD as well. I wouldn't expect a sale any time soon either with how Nintendo handles the prices of their first party games lol
Re: Returning Players Can Collect Some Bonus Gold In Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition
@BabyYoshi65 I personally can't speak for Xenoblade Chronicles (though I will be able to in about a day!), but Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is fantastic. Probably in like my top 10 favorite games, and I'm not even a huge JRPG guy. Definitely worth a shot. I hear constant good things about Xenoblade Chronicles though, and most of those who've played both 1 and 2 prefer the original. Xenoblade Chronicles X is also great, but I didn't get as into it, though I'd like to give it another shot.
Re: Gorgeous Gothic Metroidvania The Last Faith Is Bound For Switch
@PickledKong64 Same here. Normally I wouldn't credit those leaks at all, but leakers have kinda been on a roll recently, so there's definitely a possibility. It'll be exciting to get a new Metroid release at all since there hasn't been one since I got into the series, and if it's a 2D Metroid game, it'll be even more exciting with the fact that there hasn't been an original 2D one for 18 years.
Re: Feature: Potential Switch Port Round-Up - The Wii U Games That Haven't Come To Switch
Wind Waker and Twilight Princess HD on the Switch would make me the happiest dude ever.
Re: Gorgeous Gothic Metroidvania The Last Faith Is Bound For Switch
@PickledKong64 that's fair. Definitely deviates from the Metroid formula. I can't wait for a sequel though, if that ever happens anyway, I need to see Samus vs the Galactic Federation.
Re: Review: Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition - A Timely Update Of One Of The Greatest RPGs Ever
So excited to start playing! I LOVE Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and after everything I've heard and seen about this game, the original may be even better. Already have it pre-downloaded, the wait is almost over!
Re: Gorgeous Gothic Metroidvania The Last Faith Is Bound For Switch
@PickledKong64 My first two as well! Hollow Knight is still my favorite game of all time, and Super Metroid got me into one of my favorite franchises of all time. Fantastic games. Also, I hope you don't mind me talking about Metroid Fusion since you asked Jimmy, but I really enjoyed it. While it was definitely more linear, I think the less linear areas in each zone made up for that. Loved the story and scary aspects of that game.
Re: Gorgeous Gothic Metroidvania The Last Faith Is Bound For Switch
I enjoyed Blasphemous a lot, might check this one out. Never really get tired of Metroidvania's as a genre, I love the freedom they give you.