Another cash grab, from Nintendo. This definitely could, and should have been included on the cartridge.
Compare to Astro Bot (a much better game than DK Bananza) on PS5, which have gotten multiple free dlc, since the release, with extra stages, modes etc.
I played Bananza, up til layer 10, and just don't feel like finishing the rest. All the smashing and collecting got too damn repetitive. Hope we get a 2D Country game next.
They really should have called this Metroid Beyond, and act like a spinoff. I haven't gotten any Prime feel from what we've seen so far.
I miss the claustrophobic, sci-fi horror feel, of the older games.
We need a proper direct, focused on the game.
I'm not against new ideas, but I'm just so damn tired of open worlds...
Just get the Red Viper emulator for the 3DS, or the VB emulator on Quest. WAY better experience, compared to the original hardware. The library is small, but there are some genuine classics among them.
I'm so tired of this version of Zelda, and her annoying voice. I hope they move on, from the BotW universe, and give the franchise a fresh reboot, like they used to do.
They could have put this content on the cartridge. Greedy *****.
As if the game wasn't expensive enough already.
"But, how else is this poor old, 18+ trillion dollar company, gonna survive..." 🤣
Paid DLC... No thanks. I got bored after Layer 10, and haven't gone back to it. Just got to repetitive for me, and the worlds (except for a few) just wasn't interesting enough.
Western developed platformers, was pure horror. Did the mistake of buying Bubsy for SNES, back in the day, but thankfully, I could return if for a full refund.
People complain about, modern games being crap. But they seem to forget, just how bad it was back in the 80:s-90:s as well, when the nostalgia goggles falls off.
For people complaining about adding a difficulty settings, you can still play at hard, and get the experience YOU want.
The "Git Gud!" crowd are such an annoying bunch of elitist a******s.
@Jeronan Yeah, this is the reason, why I only buy Nintendo consoles for the exclusives, that are tailor-made for the console. Everything else, I play on PC, or the stronger consoles.
Reading the typical "If this game can do it, so should that game as well", not understanding that, different game engines work in different ways, when it comes to disk access and CPU/GPU usage.
@electrolite77 It's not magic. If a game is too demanding, then there is a limit to what can be done, with optimization. Otherwise Cyberpunk etc would run at native 4K 120fps, with raytracing, on Switch 2.
Don't get me wrong here. It's still impressive that they can make these games run at all on handhelds. But mediocre performance will once again become the norm on newer demanding games, on Nintendo hardware.
Not surprising. It's a very demanding game, even for more powerful consoles.
You have to set expectations with these huge titles. Switch 2 is more powerful, but not THAT powerful. In portabel mode, it's even weaker than the Steam Deck. It only docked, when it surpasses that handheld.
And no it doesn't have anything to do with optimization, as some engines scale down better than others to mobile hardware.
Switch 2 is basically a portable PS4.
And once again the weak CPU is often an issue.
This is why I only play first party exclusives on Nintendo hardware.
After waiting for 8 years, I have lost a lot of hype for the game.
Not sure anymore if it will deliver the goods.
The gameplay we've seen so far, didn't exactly make my jaw drop.
But we'll see.
I sure as hell hope, that Nintendo NEVER announces a game that early, ever again.
The graphical and resolution downgrade, is pretty massive in some areas, but still, cool to see how the Switch 2 version turned out. From the looks of the upscaling artifacts, it seems that FSR is used, once again, instead of the superior DLSS...
I decided to just buy first party and exclusive indie games on Switch 2, and play the rest on my PC and Legion Go S.
I think UE5 games and upcoming AAA games, will struggle on Switch 2, unless they start to take proper advantage of using DLSS instead.
But things might improve, with some additional optimizations, both when it comes to software and the hardware itself. I wish the developers had access to more RAM for games. Just an additional 1GB (going from 9 to 10GB) could go a long way. Let developers free up more memory, by disabling game-chat and video capture functions. Would gladly trade those, for better performance in games. They could do it on Switch 1, so hopefully Nintendo will let them do the same on Switch 2, in the near future.
All developers should include a performance mode, on upcoming Switch 1 games, that unlocks the framerate (and dynamic resolution), for future use on Switch 2. Then there would be no need for a SW2 patch, later on.
Looks much more fun, than Mario Kart. Already got bored with Mario Kart World, after just a few races. Shouldn't have wasted the money on that bundle...
I love Kirby. But come on. Give us that damn MP4 Direct already... It's the reason why I bought this damn system, as I expected a late summer release...
Just another crappy tech demo, that chould have been a free pack-in game.
It's sad how Nintendo have dropped the ball on this. On Wii we had Wii Sports. And on Wii U we had Nintendo Land, which both acted like games to show of the tech, but also succeeded in being really fun games.
After all the updates, this have become one of my favorite Double Dragon games. Hope we get some DLC in the future, with more stages. Love how the stages expand, depending on which one you start with. Usually start with the "Egyptian" stage, as it's (too me) the worst one.
This could backfire, and as the kid grows older, he/she is already burned out on everything Mario and Nintendo, and moves on to the next thing.
Let your kids discover their own favorite brand of characters and toys, and don't force your Nintendo nostalgia upon them.
Seriously, it's time to lock the gates, and only let quality indie games through. This ***** is just going to get worse, with all the AI created crap...
I was hoping for Contra styled run and gun.
But including a timer, stealth and searching for ammo, makes me fear, that we might also get boring 90s labyrinth styled maps, like in that Alien 3 game etc.
I'll wait for reviews.
Why they didn't include a performance mode, when they knew about the Switch 2, is just insane. Cancelled my physical Switch edition, and bought it on Steam instead. IF, it get's a Switch 2 patch, I might buy the physical.
This is NOT a game, you wanna play with the added input lag that 30fps brings, as it's VERY dependent on quick reflexes. Even the new Shinobi demo, with more intense action, runs better on Switch 1.
I miss when previous gen consoles, dropped in price, and became budget consoles.
Increasing the price of almost decade old hardware, which costs them MUCH less to manufacture today, is nothing but greed.
Tariffs are just an excuse for them to raise the price, even higher
Nothing in the poll, that I'm interested in, as I've already played most of them on other platforms. I hope there is some brand new stuff in there, and not just ports of older titles.
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Re: Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 Gets A Seven-Minute Overview Trailer
I hope this remaster, and the new movie, leads up to a surprise reveal of Galaxy 3, next year.
Re: Review: Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush (Switch 2) - DLC That's Ripe With Fun, But Could've Been More
Another cash grab, from Nintendo.
This definitely could, and should have been included on the cartridge.
Compare to Astro Bot (a much better game than DK Bananza) on PS5, which have gotten multiple free dlc, since the release, with extra stages, modes etc.
I played Bananza, up til layer 10, and just don't feel like finishing the rest. All the smashing and collecting got too damn repetitive. Hope we get a 2D Country game next.
Re: Opinion: Metroid Prime 4 Reminds Me Of Gears 5, And It's Making Me Nervous
They really should have called this Metroid Beyond, and act like a spinoff. I haven't gotten any Prime feel from what we've seen so far.
I miss the claustrophobic, sci-fi horror feel, of the older games.
We need a proper direct, focused on the game.
I'm not against new ideas, but I'm just so damn tired of open worlds...
Re: Nintendo Releasing Physical 'Talking Flower' From Mario Wonder Next Spring
Wonder how long it will take, before someone find out how to mod it, and let it say a bit more nasty stuff.
Re: ICYMI: If You Want To Play Virtual Boy Classics, You'll Need To Buy One Of Nintendo's Accessories
Just get the Red Viper emulator for the 3DS, or the VB emulator on Quest. WAY better experience, compared to the original hardware.
The library is small, but there are some genuine classics among them.
Re: Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment Box Art Officially Revealed For Switch 2
I'm so tired of this version of Zelda, and her annoying voice.
I hope they move on, from the BotW universe, and give the franchise a fresh reboot, like they used to do.
Re: Surprise! Donkey Kong Bananza Is Getting DLC, And It's Out Today
They could have put this content on the cartridge. Greedy *****.
As if the game wasn't expensive enough already.
"But, how else is this poor old, 18+ trillion dollar company, gonna survive..." 🤣
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 Prices Are Live, And It's Sticker Shock Time
Insane. Galaxy 2, should be no more than $20...
Re: Surprise! Donkey Kong Bananza Is Getting DLC, And It's Out Today
Paid DLC... No thanks.
I got bored after Layer 10, and haven't gone back to it.
Just got to repetitive for me, and the worlds (except for a few) just wasn't interesting enough.
Re: Virtual Boy Is Being Added To Nintendo Switch Online
@EvenStephen7
Only to play it in 3D.
Re: Virtual Boy Is Being Added To Nintendo Switch Online
@Truegamer79
No, but it had some great games on it, that deserves to be played again. VB Wario Land is my favorite in the series.
Re: Virtual Boy Is Being Added To Nintendo Switch Online
Interesting timing, as I just installed the VB emulator "Red Viper" on my New 3DS. Which works amazing btw.
Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Finally Gets A Release Date, Open World Confirmed
Open-world....
The more I see from the game, the less of a Prime games it feels.
Been waiting forever for this one, but I'm not feeling it anymore.
Re: It's Official, The Mario Movie Sequel Is Based On Mario Galaxy
Would also have been the perfect timing for Galaxy 3, but nope...
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 & 2 Bundle Confirmed For Switch, Launching October
I expected them so surprise us with Galaxy 3...
But nope...no new 3D Mario...
Re: Super Mario Bros. Wonder Is Getting A Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Yay.... another generation of ports...
Re: Round Up: Every "Exciting New Game" From The Acclaim Showcase
"Acclaim makes a triumphant return"
You're kidding, right?
Just a bunch of mobile phone looking indie crap. I tried that metroidvania game, and the controls and gameplay was horrible.
Re: Nintendo Direct Announced For Friday, 12th September 2025
If they don't give us the release date for Metroid Prime 4...
Re: Review: Bubsy In: The Purrfect Collection (Switch) - Limited Run Cleans Out The Kitty Litter
Western developed platformers, was pure horror.
Did the mistake of buying Bubsy for SNES, back in the day, but thankfully, I could return if for a full refund.
People complain about, modern games being crap. But they seem to forget, just how bad it was back in the 80:s-90:s as well, when the nostalgia goggles falls off.
Re: Hollow Knight: Silksong's Upcoming Patch Will Nerf The Difficulty In Certain Areas
For people complaining about adding a difficulty settings, you can still play at hard, and get the experience YOU want.
The "Git Gud!" crowd are such an annoying bunch of elitist a******s.
Re: Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake Resurfaces, Will Be Playable At TGS 2025
Why can't they just release a collection, with the original versions?
These remakes just sucks.
Re: "The Most Impressive Switch 2 Port To Date" - Digital Foundry Examines Star Wars Outlaws
WAY better than I thought it would be, after hearing the rumors.
I'm impressed, and glad I was wrong about this one.
Re: Video: Trails In The Sky 1st Chapter DLC Overview Trailer Released
Played the demo for about an hours, and then uninstalled it.
I'm done with Falcom JRPG's.
All of them looks and feel the same now, with the typical clichés, characters and artstyle, that modern JRPG' suffer from.
They even succeeded to make YS boring now...
Might give the original version a try instead.
Re: Ubisoft Employee Explains Why Star Wars Outlaws Is A Game-Key Card
@Jeronan
Yeah, this is the reason, why I only buy Nintendo consoles for the exclusives, that are tailor-made for the console.
Everything else, I play on PC, or the stronger consoles.
Re: Ubisoft Employee Explains Why Star Wars Outlaws Is A Game-Key Card
@jojobar
It's not about the size, it's about the speed that is needed to access that data.
Re: Ubisoft Employee Explains Why Star Wars Outlaws Is A Game-Key Card
Reading the typical "If this game can do it, so should that game as well", not understanding that, different game engines work in different ways, when it comes to disk access and CPU/GPU usage.
Re: Ubisoft Employee Explains Why Star Wars Outlaws Is A Game-Key Card
Not surprised, as the Switch 2 carts are still WAY slower than a SSD.
Lots of data that needs fast access in modern open world games.
Re: The Force Isn't Strong With Star Wars Outlaws On Switch 2, Initial Impressions Suggest
@electrolite77
It's not magic. If a game is too demanding, then there is a limit to what can be done, with optimization.
Otherwise Cyberpunk etc would run at native 4K 120fps, with raytracing, on Switch 2.
Don't get me wrong here. It's still impressive that they can make these games run at all on handhelds. But mediocre performance will once again become the norm on newer demanding games, on Nintendo hardware.
Re: The Force Isn't Strong With Star Wars Outlaws On Switch 2, Initial Impressions Suggest
Not surprising. It's a very demanding game, even for more powerful consoles.
You have to set expectations with these huge titles. Switch 2 is more powerful, but not THAT powerful. In portabel mode, it's even weaker than the Steam Deck. It only docked, when it surpasses that handheld.
And no it doesn't have anything to do with optimization, as some engines scale down better than others to mobile hardware.
Switch 2 is basically a portable PS4.
And once again the weak CPU is often an issue.
This is why I only play first party exclusives on Nintendo hardware.
Re: Poll: When The Heck Is Metroid Prime 4 Actually Launching?
After waiting for 8 years, I have lost a lot of hype for the game.
Not sure anymore if it will deliver the goods.
The gameplay we've seen so far, didn't exactly make my jaw drop.
But we'll see.
I sure as hell hope, that Nintendo NEVER announces a game that early, ever again.
Re: Video: We've Played Cronos: The New Dawn On Switch 2
The graphical and resolution downgrade, is pretty massive in some areas, but still, cool to see how the Switch 2 version turned out. From the looks of the upscaling artifacts, it seems that FSR is used, once again, instead of the superior DLSS...
I decided to just buy first party and exclusive indie games on Switch 2, and play the rest on my PC and Legion Go S.
I think UE5 games and upcoming AAA games, will struggle on Switch 2, unless they start to take proper advantage of using DLSS instead.
But things might improve, with some additional optimizations, both when it comes to software and the hardware itself. I wish the developers had access to more RAM for games. Just an additional 1GB (going from 9 to 10GB) could go a long way. Let developers free up more memory, by disabling game-chat and video capture functions. Would gladly trade those, for better performance in games. They could do it on Switch 1, so hopefully Nintendo will let them do the same on Switch 2, in the near future.
Re: Tales Of Xillia Remastered Coming This October, Confirmed 30fps For Switch
30fps...
All developers should include a performance mode, on upcoming Switch 1 games, that unlocks the framerate (and dynamic resolution), for future use on Switch 2.
Then there would be no need for a SW2 patch, later on.
Re: Kirby Air Riders Direct: Every Announcement - How Would You Rate It?
Looks much more fun, than Mario Kart.
Already got bored with Mario Kart World, after just a few races.
Shouldn't have wasted the money on that bundle...
Re: Preview: Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion - A Smart Evolution For Mech Fans, And A Good Early Test For Switch 2
So better performance in handheld mode?
Sounds like they are pushing the docked mode a bit too far.
Wonder if they are finally using DLSS?
Re: Kirby Air Riders Direct Revealed for Tomorrow, 19th August 2025
I love Kirby. But come on. Give us that damn MP4 Direct already...
It's the reason why I bought this damn system, as I expected a late summer release...
Is it even coming in 2025 anymore?
Re: Shenmue III Is Finally Confirmed For 'Nintendo Platforms'
I wouldn't even accept a free copy of this trash.
Felt like an insult to all the years of waiting.
Re: Feature: 32 Games We're Dying To See On Switch 2
Removed
Re: Review: Drag x Drive (Switch 2) - A Real Baller With Friends, But Is There Enough To Do?
Just another crappy tech demo, that chould have been a free pack-in game.
It's sad how Nintendo have dropped the ball on this.
On Wii we had Wii Sports. And on Wii U we had Nintendo Land, which both acted like games to show of the tech, but also succeeded in being really fun games.
Re: Double Dragon Gaiden Scores Another Free DLC Character Pack In New Update
After all the updates, this have become one of my favorite Double Dragon games.
Hope we get some DLC in the future, with more stages.
Love how the stages expand, depending on which one you start with. Usually start with the "Egyptian" stage, as it's (too me) the worst one.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Is Laser-Targeting Your Toddlers With This New 'My Mario' Line
This could backfire, and as the kid grows older, he/she is already burned out on everything Mario and Nintendo, and moves on to the next thing.
Let your kids discover their own favorite brand of characters and toys, and don't force your Nintendo nostalgia upon them.
Re: Random: Oh Jeez, Now Palworld Has Its Own Rip-Off On The Switch eShop
Seriously, it's time to lock the gates, and only let quality indie games through.
This ***** is just going to get worse, with all the AI created crap...
Re: Could This Mysterious Super Mario 40th Anniversary X Account Be Legit?
Still waiting for Galaxy 2 and a Switch port of 3D Land (prefer it to 3D World).
Re: Forget Silksong, This New Terminator 2D Overview Trailer Looks Stupidly Good
I was hoping for Contra styled run and gun.
But including a timer, stealth and searching for ammo, makes me fear, that we might also get boring 90s labyrinth styled maps, like in that Alien 3 game etc.
I'll wait for reviews.
Re: Kirby And The Forgotten Land Switch 2 Trailer Showcases More New Mouthful Modes
"Upgraded framerate", while the framerate contantly stutters in the video. Hope it's just the trailer itself, and yes, I watched in 4k/60.
Was hoping for more graphical improvements, like the textures and some anti-aliasing, but nope.
Hope we get a brand new Kirby game soon, built ground up for Switch 2.
Re: Surprise! Nintendo Announces Indie World Showcase For Thursday 7th August 2025
Oh come on...
Give us a proper, first party direct.
Re: Review: Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound (Switch) - A Gorgeous & Gory Return To The Series' 2D Roots
@RemyMartin
You support the devs, buying the game on ANY system.
Re: Review: Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound (Switch) - A Gorgeous & Gory Return To The Series' 2D Roots
Why they didn't include a performance mode, when they knew about the Switch 2, is just insane.
Cancelled my physical Switch edition, and bought it on Steam instead. IF, it get's a Switch 2 patch, I might buy the physical.
This is NOT a game, you wanna play with the added input lag that 30fps brings, as it's VERY dependent on quick reflexes.
Even the new Shinobi demo, with more intense action, runs better on Switch 1.
Re: Nintendo Switch Console & Accessory Prices Are Going Up In The US
I miss when previous gen consoles, dropped in price, and became budget consoles.
Increasing the price of almost decade old hardware, which costs them MUCH less to manufacture today, is nothing but greed.
Tariffs are just an excuse for them to raise the price, even higher
Re: Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase July 2025: Every Announcement, Game Reveal, Trailer
Only "Cronos" for me, but I'll play it on PC.
Other than that, way too many sequels, prequels and ports of older games.
Re: Feature: Nintendo Partner Direct Predictions - What Do You Expect To See?
Nothing in the poll, that I'm interested in, as I've already played most of them on other platforms. I hope there is some brand new stuff in there, and not just ports of older titles.