About that part on 1rst party releases. Are we really comparing the entire 1rst year of og switch to the first 4 months of the switch 2 … that’s a false equivalence.
It’s wild that it is kinda controversial to say Pokémon should be up to the same standard of quality as other Nintendo bigger franchises on the exact same console …
Kudos for most people being content with " Just Good Enough" from the most lucrative media franchise in history.
Great review it really gave a good idea of what to expect. I’m feeling from it like the game maybe lacks ambition which is kinda to be expected for Pokemon at this point but let’s hope the next Legend title combines the good elements of Arceus and Z-A because the potential for something excellent is there.
To me it’s clear the main public for this compilation are the non gamers families who will go see the Super Mario Galaxy Movie in theatre, hence the price that’s a bit expensive for us gamers who already played them. And it’s a great strategy when the 1rst trailer will drop and people will be hyped there’s already gonna a game in store.
Funny how people are complaining now but it’ll still end up being a best seller.
People have been blinded by nostalgia with Pokemon a long time ago already. I’ll wait to buy the game used cause this franchise doesn’t deserve to be bought brand new.
More info on Tomodachi Life and Rythm Heaven; with release date
Probably at least 1 more OG Switch for 2026. Yoshi Wooly World would be an easy choice but I’d prefer to see a dormant franchise being brought back like Wario land shake it / kid Icarus uprising
Metroid Prime 4, Splatoon Raiders and Hyrule Warriors new trailer + release date
Probably 1-2 Switch 2 editions games will be announced. Pikmin 4/ Paper Mario thousand year door would be great candidates.
The fire emblem three house team didn’t work on engage; their new game must be ready by now.
As far as Mario game, while a new 3d Mario is too early. I think a Mario sport (Baseball is most likely), Mario Maker 3 is possible. I’d buy a full remaster of galaxy 2 personally. Luigi Mansion 4 I could see get announced.
I could see a teaser for the new Monolith soft Ip or even Animal Crossing as a
One last thing.
If anything those games show's lots of potential for the future of the franchise but man the lack of level scaling for the gyms... such a stupid dumb decision for an open world game lol
There’s a new Zelda every year, for the last 3 we’ve had new 3d, new 2d, new Warriors (this year) I’d say that’s a lot better than the rerelease of a rerelease. 🙂
@Pat_trick Not to defend Nintendo (even if I will lol ) but you can’t really get a similar experience anywhere else so that’s kinda what would justify the price for Nintendo I’d guess ? :/
You want a Ubisoft style open world, here’s 30 + on a bunch of different platforms. BOTW and TOTK; there’s nothing that really compares to them.
@Jeronan Since 10-ish years Nintendo strategy with Zelda seems to have been releasing 1 game every year including the Warriors and spin-offs. Just because this year it’s Warriors 3 doesn’t mean it might not happen next year or later on 🙂
@DonJorginho I also thinks it’s really ugly to resell the games for a high price but like … any smart person will just buy a used copy of the switch version and pay the small fee for the upgrade. It’s gonna be the affordable solution.
@BlackenedHalo Games like Mario Odyssey or Link’s awakening will have free updates, IF there’s a substantial amount of work that was made (like Kirby getting what’s seems like the equivalent of a big dlc) I don’t think having to pay a small amount is that bad personally.
@cra1g0s I don’t think family/people on a budget necessarily needs a brand new console/ games to be happy. Like yes obviously that’s really fun to have what’s current but the original switch will probably become more affordable and there’s a large catalogue of great games that can be found at good price both new and used.
To me there’s still a lot of worth to be found in games that have been already released even compared to new stuff.
It doesn’t mean anything regarding the Zelda Wii U remasters guys, you’re just making assumptions ! Calm down they can still be announce and release later 🙂
Aside from obvious remake (looking at you Fire emblem) , ports and remasters I don’t think it’s too far fetch to expect new games from less ambitious franchises.
Stuff like Rythm Heaven, Wario land, Mario baseball.
We’ve seen in recent years that Nintendo isn’t afraid to dust off those smaller franchises like Endless ocean, Another Code, Famicom Detective club etc
Hopefully they already started working in improved models of Pokémon for Nintendo’s next console. I feel like the next big thing is Pokémons having texture. It doesn’t have to be super realistic but since they are animals I want to see fur, scales, feathers etc
@Giancarlothomaz Developing a game on a portable console that is not even HD (gen 5 is not even 3d it’s 2D sprite based) is NOT comparable to developing on a HD console, especially in the case of an open-world from a studio who have no experience making them.
One thing I feel people might not be aware enough is that open world games takes a lot of time to do and this really will be Game Freak 1rst open world game. 3 years since Sword/Shield is not enough. Cautiously pessimistic.
Sword/Shield released at the end of 2019
A studio with no experiences making semi- open world game made 2 of them in 3 years ? I’m really doubtful this will not be rushed.
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Re: Review: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (Switch 2) - Samus Returns In Prime Form
I feel really sad for the people who don’t play games that are bellow a 90% on metacritic
Re: Sorry Xillia 2, 'Tales Of Berseria' Is The Next Remaster From Bandai Namco
Hey look, another low effort port coming from Namco Bandai that doesn’t even take advantage of the retro compatibility of the switch 2 … shocking.
Re: What Are The 100 Best Nintendo Games? Here's The Chance To Make Your Voice Heard
Gotta give love to Sin & Punishment on the wii cause I feel most people will forget about that gem.
Re: Opinion: Third-Party Support For Switch 2 Is Already A Dream Come True
About that part on 1rst party releases. Are we really comparing the entire 1rst year of og switch to the first 4 months of the switch 2 … that’s a false equivalence.
Re: Pokémon Legends: Z-A Sold 5.8 Million Copies Globally In Its First Week
It’s wild that it is kinda controversial to say Pokémon should be up to the same standard of quality as other Nintendo bigger franchises on the exact same console …
Kudos for most people being content with
" Just Good Enough" from the most lucrative media franchise in history.
Re: Review: Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - Stellar Battles, But A Step Down From Arceus
Great review it really gave a good idea of what to expect. I’m feeling from it like the game maybe lacks ambition which is kinda to be expected for Pokemon at this point but let’s hope the next Legend title combines the good elements of Arceus and Z-A because the potential for something excellent is there.
Re: "OpenAI Is Trying To Get Sued" - Nintendo IP Floods Sora 2 Video Generation App
I really hate all that AI crap ! 😭
Re: Review: Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 (Switch) - Still Out Of This World
To me it’s clear the main public for this compilation are the non gamers families who will go see the Super Mario Galaxy Movie in theatre, hence the price that’s a bit expensive for us gamers who already played them. And it’s a great strategy when the 1rst trailer will drop and people will be hyped there’s already gonna a game in store.
Re: Pokémon Pokopia Looks Like An Adorable Mix Of Minecraft And Animal Crossing
Koei Tecmo developing means this could be a finished /not rushed game unlike the main Game Freak ones. Exciting !
Re: Pokémon Legends: Z-A Is Getting DLC Featuring Two Different Mega Raichu
Funny how people are complaining now but it’ll still end up being a best seller.
People have been blinded by nostalgia with Pokemon a long time ago already. I’ll wait to buy the game used cause this franchise doesn’t deserve to be bought brand new.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Direct September Predictions - What Do You Hope To See?
Stuff I’m expecting to see :
More info on Tomodachi Life and Rythm Heaven; with release date
Probably at least 1 more OG Switch for 2026. Yoshi Wooly World would be an easy choice but I’d prefer to see a dormant franchise being brought back like Wario land shake it / kid Icarus uprising
Metroid Prime 4, Splatoon Raiders and Hyrule Warriors new trailer + release date
Probably 1-2 Switch 2 editions games will be announced. Pikmin 4/ Paper Mario thousand year door would be great candidates.
The fire emblem three house team didn’t work on engage; their new game must be ready by now.
As far as Mario game, while a new 3d Mario is too early. I think a Mario sport (Baseball is most likely), Mario Maker 3 is possible. I’d buy a full remaster of galaxy 2 personally. Luigi Mansion 4 I could see get announced.
I could see a teaser for the new Monolith soft Ip or even Animal Crossing as a
One last thing.
Re: Oops, Bandai Namco May Have Leaked The Next 'Tales' Series Remaster
Maybe I’m crazy but I was sure the Xilia remaster was already announced a while ago 😅😅
Re: New Pokémon Legends: Z-A Trailer Finally Gives Dragonite The Love He Deserves
The promotion for this game has been really bad. It’s like they don’t have anything interesting to say about it.
And it’s a shame because I’m sure it’s gonna turn out good lol.
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Is Now The Second-Best Selling Game In The Series
If anything those games show's lots of potential for the future of the franchise but man the lack of level scaling for the gyms... such a stupid dumb decision for an open world game lol
Re: Video: Nintendo Shares More Footage Of Zelda: Wind Waker For Switch Online
There’s a new Zelda every year, for the last 3 we’ve had new 3d, new 2d, new Warriors (this year) I’d say that’s a lot better than the rerelease of a rerelease. 🙂
Re: Switch 2 Game-Key Cards Won't Make It Easy For Physical Collectors In Japan
Make more ethical purchases, support devs like Cd Projekt. Sucks for us but that’s what we have to do.
Nice side bonus we might over consume videogames less.
Re: Mario Kart World "Paid DLC" Would Be A Big No-No, According To Ex-Nintendo Duo
Maybe we should wait until the Mario Kart direct before making assumptions.
Re: Is The Switch 2 A Steam Deck Killer? Digital Foundry Dives Deep
Steamdeck sold like 4 millions, they are not competing against one another.
Re: The Switch 2 Won't Have Achievements Or eShop Music
Achievements are really shallow. We ain’t losing much imo.
Re: Random: Yep, Nintendo Switch 2 Game Cartridges Still Taste Disgusting
GG for the image Nintendo Life
Re: Masahiro Sakurai Provides Brief Development Update On His New Switch 2 Game
Sakurai out of Smash prison after 10 years we love to see that. Hoping he does another project (something new or Kid Icarus related) afterward.
Re: Where To Pre-Order Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom On Nintendo Switch 2
@Pat_trick If I personally I’m not willing to pay what the majority of people are, sadly that’s on me. And I agree it’s sucks.
That’s why competitiveness in the video game industry is really great.
Re: Where To Pre-Order Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom On Nintendo Switch 2
@Pat_trick Not to defend Nintendo (even if I will lol ) but you can’t really get a similar experience anywhere else so that’s kinda what would justify the price for Nintendo I’d guess ? :/
You want a Ubisoft style open world, here’s 30 + on a bunch of different platforms. BOTW and TOTK; there’s nothing that really compares to them.
Re: Hands On: Cyberpunk 2077 Might Pull A 'Witcher 3' On Switch 2
When Switch 2 launch we better have some verifications on if it can really fit in a pocket 😝
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Game Upgrade Pack Prices Seemingly Revealed (Japan)
@Jeronan Since 10-ish years Nintendo strategy with Zelda seems to have been releasing 1 game every year including the Warriors and spin-offs. Just because this year it’s Warriors 3 doesn’t mean it might not happen next year or later on 🙂
Re: Yep, Metroid Prime 4's Box Art For Switch 2 Is Ruined
@mariomaster96 100% sure it’s for legal reasons so they don’t get sued
Re: Yep, Metroid Prime 4's Box Art For Switch 2 Is Ruined
Even me a gay person isn’t this dramatic over nothing. Geez … 🙄😂
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Game Upgrade Pack Prices Seemingly Revealed (Japan)
@DonJorginho I also thinks it’s really ugly to resell the games for a high price but like … any smart person will just buy a used copy of the switch version and pay the small fee for the upgrade. It’s gonna be the affordable solution.
Really sucks for the general public.
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Game Upgrade Pack Prices Seemingly Revealed (Japan)
@Medic_alert 😭💀
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Game Upgrade Pack Prices Seemingly Revealed (Japan)
@BlackenedHalo Games like Mario Odyssey or Link’s awakening will have free updates, IF there’s a substantial amount of work that was made (like Kirby getting what’s seems like the equivalent of a big dlc) I don’t think having to pay a small amount is that bad personally.
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Game Upgrade Pack Prices Seemingly Revealed (Japan)
@cra1g0s I don’t think family/people on a budget necessarily needs a brand new console/ games to be happy. Like yes obviously that’s really fun to have what’s current but the original switch will probably become more affordable and there’s a large catalogue of great games that can be found at good price both new and used.
To me there’s still a lot of worth to be found in games that have been already released even compared to new stuff.
Re: Sega Announces Five Titles For Switch 2 "Launch Window"
@Athropos who says they might not be coming later on 🙂
Re: Uh Oh, Switch 2's Home Screen Looks Just As Bland As We Feared
I love that’s it’s a game console that focuses on games so it’s menus are minimalists.
Re: Switch 2 Was Very Nearly Called 'Super Nintendo Switch'
I think Nintendo still had trauma from the Wii U 😭💀
Re: GameCube Games Confirmed For Nintendo Switch Online On Switch 2
It doesn’t mean anything regarding the Zelda Wii U remasters guys, you’re just making assumptions ! Calm down they can still be announce and release later 🙂
Re: Nintendo's Switch 2 'Game-Key Cards' Somehow Manage To Make Codes-In-A-Box Worse
If it makes games that otherwise wouldn’t have release on the console make it to switch 2 im fine with that.
Re: Switch 2 Games Cost A Bit More Than You're Probably Expecting
Looking at old adverts of Super Nintendo / Sega Genesis games back in the days the games where 50-60 US$ back then.
Nowadays development costs is a lot more higher it’s not really comparable. Plus inflation.
Buying in less quantity and not over consuming is always kinda good too lol.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Direct Predictions - What Do You Want To See?
Aside from obvious remake (looking at you Fire emblem) , ports and remasters I don’t think it’s too far fetch to expect new games from less ambitious franchises.
Stuff like Rythm Heaven, Wario land, Mario baseball.
We’ve seen in recent years that Nintendo isn’t afraid to dust off those smaller franchises like Endless ocean, Another Code, Famicom Detective club etc
Re: Pokémon Champions Limited To "Select Pokémon" At Launch
My theory is it’s a way to rework Pokémon models / animations.
Re: Tales Of Symphonia Remastered Will Be Launching On Switch Next February
I know Symphonia is a fan favorite but I would have prefer so much more Tales of Rebirth or the director’s cut of Destiny + 2
Re: Pokémon Dev Job Listing References R&D For Next-Generation Hardware
Hopefully they already started working in improved models of Pokémon for Nintendo’s next console. I feel like the next big thing is Pokémons having texture. It doesn’t have to be super realistic but since they are animals I want to see fur, scales, feathers etc
Re: Classic GameCube Action RPG 'Tales Of Symphonia' Getting Switch Remaster
Im happy but I would have preferred so much more Rebirth, Destiny DC/2. There’s so many Tales of left in Japan.
Re: Video: Will Switch First-Party Games Ever Get A Permanent Price Drop?
I feel like the cost of switch cartridges is the true reason we never had Nintendo Select on switch and never will.
Re: The Terastal Phenomenon Is Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's Unique Mechanic
Another gimmick that will be put in the trash can next games but this time pokemon haves ugly hats.
Re: Persona 3 Portable, Persona 4 Golden, And Persona 5 Royal Are Coming To Switch
It’s awesome but don’t expect a physical version for P5 people. The Royal version on ps4 is 30gb
Re: Poll: What Are You Hoping To See In The Nintendo Direct Mini?
Okay but people really expect persona 5 to not be a cloud version !? I don’t think it’s possible otherwise.
Re: Video: Three Pokémon Games In One Year? Game Freak, Slow Down
@Giancarlothomaz Developing a game on a portable console that is not even HD (gen 5 is not even 3d it’s 2D sprite based) is NOT comparable to developing on a HD console, especially in the case of an open-world from a studio who have no experience making them.
Re: Video: Three Pokémon Games In One Year? Game Freak, Slow Down
One thing I feel people might not be aware enough is that open world games takes a lot of time to do and this really will be Game Freak 1rst open world game. 3 years since Sword/Shield is not enough. Cautiously pessimistic.
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Pokémon Violet Announced, Releasing Worldwide In "Late 2022"
@Giancarlothomaz but developing on 3ds takes a lot less ressources and time than on an HD console especially this new one being an open-world
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Pokémon Violet Announced, Releasing Worldwide In "Late 2022"
Sword/Shield released at the end of 2019
A studio with no experiences making semi- open world game made 2 of them in 3 years ? I’m really doubtful this will not be rushed.