Until someone can beat Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft at creating content, I don’t think any cloud-based startups will make a difference beyond the ultra-casual.
I do think disc and cartridge hardware will wave its last gasp this generation, though, and am perfectly fine with that.
I think Nintendo can do cartoon-style graphics as well as anyone. If they stick to their wheelhouse, the Switch can absolutely remain relevant.
I don't get the obsession with trying to port AAA, hardware-intensive titles to the Switch, which then just point out its obvious deficiencies. If you want to play those games, just buy the system they work best on. Let Switch developers stick to what the Switch can do best.
I'm surprised, but glad, Witcher 3 isn't on here. I understand how getting the entire game on the Switch was an accomplishments, but the graphics really took me right out of the experience. It's for this reason I can't wait for the PS5. AAA titles have their place, and the Switch has its.
Other than the obvious picks, Hob, Yoku’s Island Express, and Fitness Boxing are tremendous games you will wind up buying. The latter was a complete pandemic lifesaver until I finally got Ring Fit last week.
Frame rate could be better, but it hasn’t gotten in the way for me yet.
I don’t think the game has a ton of longevity, but it’s definitely a fun play, and something you’ll come back to in small bursts. This is an easy 7 for me.
When the new systems come out, I’ll play the systemically intense games on those. I already dealt with Witcher 3 on the Switch and couldn’t get past the graphical limitations. The Switch does many things well, and I’ll stick to the games which take best advantage of that.
The obsession with physical releases on the part of some is ridiculous. It’s a little plastic thing in a plastic box with a cover on it. Roger Dean isn’t exactly designing the cover art here.
With the next generation of consoles coming up, I feel like the Switch will begin to become more of a compliment than a main system. I’m getting tired of hearing “it looks bad AND stutters AND takes ten minutes to load each time....but it’s the full game!”
I’m going to just play demanding games on a PS5 and/or Xbox X.
Frame rate stuff is definitely there, but this is a ton of fun. Not too stressful, very much in the Minecraft universe, and really does hit that Diablo sweet spot often.
I finally picked up Tales of Vesperia. It’s fine so far. Reaaaally sticks to genre convention, and the battle style isn’t the greatest, but it’s passing the time while I pay Tom Nook the last of my home loans.
You could port this right now to the Switch, charge $49.99 and people would buy in droves. It would look and play better than 99% of the “retro” stuff on the E-Shop.
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Re: Two Members Of "Notorious" Video Game Piracy Group Team Xecuter Arrested
Catching the real criminals. Eyeroll.
Re: Talking Point: There's Never Been A Better Time For Gaming Consumers, Nor A Worse Time For Gaming Innovation
@Brummieendo90 Not my concern.
Re: Talking Point: There's Never Been A Better Time For Gaming Consumers, Nor A Worse Time For Gaming Innovation
Until someone can beat Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft at creating content, I don’t think any cloud-based startups will make a difference beyond the ultra-casual.
I do think disc and cartridge hardware will wave its last gasp this generation, though, and am perfectly fine with that.
Re: Random: Switch Owners Are Discovering Just How Frustrating Super Mario Sunshine Can Be
Origami King is far from a "fiasco." Battle system isn't great, but it's a fun game.
Re: Random: Switch Owners Are Discovering Just How Frustrating Super Mario Sunshine Can Be
I started with Sunshine, actually. Surprised by the difficulty level. Right at the first level, getting these ten blue coins is an utter pain.
Re: Bandai Namco Kicks Off 'Summer Sunset' Sale On Switch, Get Up To 84% Off (North America)
If Mr. Drillerland had a deeper discount, it’d be mine.
I own Vesperia. Just way too old school for me.
Re: More Than 20 Million Courses Have Now Been Uploaded In Super Mario Maker 2
Maybe some of the complainers could try creating their own levels.
Re: More Than 20 Million Courses Have Now Been Uploaded In Super Mario Maker 2
My son only really got the hang of it recently, so it’s still “new” here!
Re: Even At £100, Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit Doesn't Come With A Game Card
And? Physical media is pretty much the domain of collectors at this point. The collectible here is the damn car.
Re: Review: A Short Hike - A Landmark Game For All Ages
Was waiting for you to review this one, as the Direct itself hooked me, and I spent the next two days exploring it.
Yeah. Perfection. I only wish there were that much more to Hawk Peak.
Re: Netflix's Gaming Documentary High Score Is A Nostalgia Trip Worth A Watch
There’s no YouTube and Chill. You best watch this.
Re: Switch Indie Sale Offers Up To 40% Off, Including Some Games From Yesterday's Showcase
Would love to hear some feedback on Raji and A Short Hike. Both looked very interesting to me.
Re: QubicGames Is Giving Away 6 "Awesome" Nintendo Switch Games For Free - Offer Ends Today
Jumping Joe & Friends is a surprising awesome little piece of shovelware.
Robonauts is fun for a few hours. Puzzle Book is fun for a few minutes.
So not as bad as you’d think. JJ&F is absolutely worth it if you need something banal and mindless for a few minutes.
Re: Paper Mario Producer Says "It's A Necessity" To Change The Combat System In Every Entry
I'm three banners in. I mean......it's fine. I'm not hating it. I just think some of the battles are utterly impossible to get right on the first try.
Re: Talking Point: So, Where Does Switch Fit Into Sony And Microsoft's Next Gen Landscape?
I think Nintendo can do cartoon-style graphics as well as anyone. If they stick to their wheelhouse, the Switch can absolutely remain relevant.
I don't get the obsession with trying to port AAA, hardware-intensive titles to the Switch, which then just point out its obvious deficiencies. If you want to play those games, just buy the system they work best on. Let Switch developers stick to what the Switch can do best.
Re: Review: Waifu Uncovered - A Puerile Pin-Up Shooter That's Surprisingly Satisfying
It'd being an old-school simple shooter might be enough for me to throw down a couple bucks to a laugh at the other stupidity on display.
Re: Feature: Best Switch Ports - The Most Impressive Ports On Nintendo Switch
I'm surprised, but glad, Witcher 3 isn't on here. I understand how getting the entire game on the Switch was an accomplishments, but the graphics really took me right out of the experience. It's for this reason I can't wait for the PS5. AAA titles have their place, and the Switch has its.
Re: Review: Catherine: Full Body - The Ultimate Version Of A Surreal Cult Classic
Strange to be that Nintendo World Report would spend so much time on some of the dates content, and not a mention here.
Re: New Video Gives Us Our Best Ever Look At Super Nintendo World
It looks incredible. Is the land just Mario themed, though, or are we missing something else in the video?
Looks a bit bigger than Diagon Alley, so size is just fine.
Re: Feature: Best Switch Demos - Try Before You Buy On Switch eShop
Other than the obvious picks, Hob, Yoku’s Island Express, and Fitness Boxing are tremendous games you will wind up buying. The latter was a complete pandemic lifesaver until I finally got Ring Fit last week.
Re: Soapbox: I’m Super Excited About The Future Of Animal Crossing: New Horizons
And yet the best thing they could do would be to allow for multiple islands.
Re: Mojang Launches Its First DLC Pack For Minecraft Dungeons Next Week
I bought the Hero edition, so yes, at some point.
Re: Animal Crossing: New Horizons Summer Updates Will Add Swimming, Diving And More
This was so needed. I’m running out of corners to fix up, and have resorted to creating new profiles and houses.
Re: Soapbox: I've Been Playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons Wrong All This Time, But No More
I achieved a five-star rating easily by doing what i feel is achieving balance. I think this post overstates things quite a bit.
Re: Nintendo Clamps Down On The Sale Of Characters And Items In Animal Crossing: New Horizons For Real Money
It’s that damn Carole Baskin!
Re: Random: Ever Wondered What Items And Furniture Animal Crossing Players Buy Online The Most?
Rooting for “butt plug” to make the list.
Re: Talking Point: Six Burning Questions We'd Love Nintendo To Answer This Summer
How about updating AC for multiple islands?
Re: Nintendo Hosts Monstrous Summer Sale On Switch, Almost 1,300 Games Discounted (North America)
Time to finally grab A Hat in Time.
Re: Animal Crossing Director Views New Horizons As The Start Of The Series' "Third Generation"
If it’s about communication, then Pekoe should respond with “I love you too.”
Re: Feature: 2020's Breakout Star? It Has To Be Animal Crossing's K.K. Slider
Full band rendition of KK Salsa, or I start flipping tables.
Re: Review: Minecraft Dungeons - A Simple Action RPG That Relies Too Heavily On The Minecraft Name
Frame rate could be better, but it hasn’t gotten in the way for me yet.
I don’t think the game has a ton of longevity, but it’s definitely a fun play, and something you’ll come back to in small bursts. This is an easy 7 for me.
Re: Game Featuring Nudity And Sexual Content Launches On Switch With 'E For Everyone' Rating
When I was your age, we walked uphill to and from school and played “Custer’s Revenge” once we got home! Get off my lawn!
Re: Review: The Outer Worlds - Obsidian's Fallout-Style RPG Is Worth A Look On Switch
When the new systems come out, I’ll play the systemically intense games on those. I already dealt with Witcher 3 on the Switch and couldn’t get past the graphical limitations. The Switch does many things well, and I’ll stick to the games which take best advantage of that.
Re: Review: XCOM 2 Collection - Firaxis' Stone-Cold Classic Makes The Leap To Switch Intact
The obsession with physical releases on the part of some is ridiculous. It’s a little plastic thing in a plastic box with a cover on it. Roger Dean isn’t exactly designing the cover art here.
Re: Review: XCOM 2 Collection - Firaxis' Stone-Cold Classic Makes The Leap To Switch Intact
With the next generation of consoles coming up, I feel like the Switch will begin to become more of a compliment than a main system. I’m getting tired of hearing “it looks bad AND stutters AND takes ten minutes to load each time....but it’s the full game!”
I’m going to just play demanding games on a PS5 and/or Xbox X.
Re: Random: Not All Animal Crossing Players Are Having Happy Wedding Seasons
This is amazing.
Re: Konami Just Surprise-Launched A Brand New Action Platformer On Switch
A more manageable Hollow Knight would be just fine by me.
Re: Nintendo New York Store Windows Smashed During Riots In Manhattan
They went straight for Ring Fit Adventure.
Re: The First DLC Pack For Minecraft Dungeons Launches This July
Frame rate stuff is definitely there, but this is a ton of fun. Not too stressful, very much in the Minecraft universe, and really does hit that Diablo sweet spot often.
Re: Ever Wondered Why A Villager Left Your Island In Animal Crossing? This Latest Datamine Reveals All
Is there any truth at all to them deciding to move out, even if you tell them to stay, in NH?
Re: Reminder: Bandai Namco's Huge Nintendo Switch Sale Ends Today, Up To 80% Off (North America)
I finally picked up Tales of Vesperia. It’s fine so far. Reaaaally sticks to genre convention, and the battle style isn’t the greatest, but it’s passing the time while I pay Tom Nook the last of my home loans.
Re: Adorable Animal Crossing Plushies Arrive In Stock At Merchoid
Pekoe or I start flipping tables and chairs.
Re: PETA Isn't Happy With Animal Crossing's Blathers, Or His Fish-Trapping Museum
Once again, it’s best not to think too hard about this game sometimes.
Re: Animal Crossing Director Wants To Make New Horizons "The Best Game Possible"
The best game possible would allow for multiple island....as well as making Pekoe my animal bride.
Re: Animal Crossing: New Horizons Datamine Reveals Spawn Rates Of Special Characters
I just want Pekoe to acknowledge that I love her.
Re: New Animal Crossing: New Horizons Glitch Lets You Walk On Rooftops And In The Sea
Wow, I can’t wait to....nah, I’ll skip this one.
Re: Ubisoft Forward Announced - A Brand New "E3-Style" Showcase Airing On 12th July
Beyond Good & Evil puhleeeeeese.
Re: Review: SuperMash - A Fun Genre Mashup Idea Let Down By Poor Execution
Talk about your worst case scenarios.
Re: Animal Crossing: New Horizons Has Already Exceeded Nintendo's Lifetime Sales Predictions
Im surprised it’s only 50%. You’d think digital media would be the standard by now.
Re: Super Mario 64 PC Port Shows The Game Running At 4K And With Ultra Widescreen Support
You could port this right now to the Switch, charge $49.99 and people would buy in droves. It would look and play better than 99% of the “retro” stuff on the E-Shop.