@RadioShadow I think they only have the Sonic games that were on Nintendo consoles/ had ports to them. Shadow the Hedgehog seems like a strange exclusion though.
3D Sonic... They still can't quite get it right. Just about all of the 3D Sonics have issues, many of them major. They are still fun, just don't expect a 8/10 game.
I think the issue is that it isn't so much the speed that makes 2D Sonic fun, it is the use of momentum, and gaining momentum to reach certain areas. Unfortunately, this is doesn't work in 3 dimensions, so they just make very linear areas to run fast in.
I'm not sure what Sega should do. I personally think that they should make a slower, more exploration based platformer, with some puzzles where rolling into a ball is needed.
I know I am going off topic, but I feel that I should mention that they created a hedgehog so that attacking and jumping is the same thing, making the controls simpler. Perhaps they should go back to the very initial ideas in order to make a new, very different, 3D Sonic.
I am laughing so much at the picture at the top. He has an entire massive shelf below his TV, yet he still puts a tiny little table next to it for his Switch.
If I didn't own the original versions of all the games already I would still get this, but I don't think it is worthwhile when I already have them and the changes are minimal.
What happened to regular remote controlled cars? Those + Mario Kart 8 is cheaper and probably better... I still think this is really cool, but I don't see how it is practical.
I'm not sure how to feel about this. I love Sonic... but many of the games have been very disappointing, and I'm not sure how to feel about what was once a competitor to Mario becoming cosmetic items in a free to play game. Hopefully it shows Sega that there is interest in the hedgehog still and they make another Sonic game (hopefully free of any terrible jokes or excessive story).
Maybe this will get me to give Ninjala a go again.
@SwitchVogel Thank you for the link! It does make sense that they kept things lightweight so that they are faster to load. I remember things on the 3DS taking quite long sometimes and they probably wanted to prevent that.
These are sort of cool, but the design looks very basic. If these come to Australia and I also happen to need some glue I might get one of them. I kind of like getting random cheap merchandise like this. I believe that UHU is good quality.
The eshop really needs some work. It is so difficult to find new games without having heard of them elsewhere. Perhaps a sort of "highlights" every month or something. Perhaps user reviews would be good too, but that could very easily go bad (like Metacritic) . Maybe just ratings then, like the 3DS. A lot of people forget that the news articles do help to promote games.
You can actually use a physical keyboard for typing just about anywhere on the Switch! I find it useful for typing comments in Super Mario Maker. I believe there are a few other games as well that have mouse support as well.
@rallydefault I had one, it was decent, but noticeably cheaper than something made by Nintendo. It also broke quite soon (terrible drifting, but it looks fixable with a little bit of soldering).
I'm hesitant to purchase another Powera controller after my last one developed drift wit minimal use. I think I just got a bad one. This looks nice though, might get it still, I need another controller (and would quite like a wired one). It looks really nice!
Actually been playing this one lately and really enjoying it. It certainly has its flaws, but very few games don't and I have found it quite enjoyable overall. I would recommend giving it a go, just be prepared for some frustrating parts. The stuff it does well massively beats what it does wrong.
I tried and wasn't a fan. Good to see that they are improving it though, I might give it a try again. I am not really into "free to play" games though. Hoping for some new content, perhaps a paid version that removes most of the frustrating parts.
I feel bad for the artist. It is a pretty good piece, Please don't compare it to such a ridiculously high standard such as Studio Ghibli. Please, if you the artist and are reading this, do not feel discouraged by the comments. This is really good!
Some people seem to not understand the meaning of inspiration.
I have never played a single Animal Crossing game. But some of these creations I see here are incredible. Maybe i should give it a go. I'm worried I will get addicted to it, like Stardew Valley.
Super Paper Mario. Excellent blend of genres, and a great story. Quite possibly one of my favourite games ever. I did really enjoy the first one as well, I remember getting it during the summer holidays and playing it all day only to finish it in a few days. Loved the little sections between chapters where you controlled Princess Peach.
Still working on Thousand Year Door, haven't had the time to finish it yet. It seems really good too, but I don't find the setting quite as appealing for some reason. Can't judge it much because I haven't even got halfway yet. I haven't played any of the others.
@Gamesurfer Those NES to SNES adapters aren't very good from what I've seen, they definitely would not compare to the Analogue Nt Mini. I still think the Nt is ridiculously expensive though.
I know the employee meant well, but it is a bit creepy to use someone's device without permission. I know a Switch is different to something like a laptop but still...
@rdm22 it isn't, it is made up of many separate but connected areas. Great game still, and there is plenty of exploration within the areas (some of which are still quite large and non linear)
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Re: Random: Sakurai's Cat Is Also Curious About Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit
I am amazed that someone made a webpage dedicated to Sakurai's cat. The cat is very cute!
Re: Get Ready For A Spooky Splatoon 2 Splatfest - Team Trick Vs. Team Treat
So much for "Final" fest... Looking forward to it still!
Re: How Well Do You Know Minecraft?
11/15 I used to play Minecraft a lot around 2014. Made some silly mistakes on this quiz even though I knew the answer.
Re: Poll: What's The Best 3D Sonic Game?
@RadioShadow I think they only have the Sonic games that were on Nintendo consoles/ had ports to them. Shadow the Hedgehog seems like a strange exclusion though.
Re: Poll: What's The Best 3D Sonic Game?
3D Sonic... They still can't quite get it right. Just about all of the 3D Sonics have issues, many of them major. They are still fun, just don't expect a 8/10 game.
I think the issue is that it isn't so much the speed that makes 2D Sonic fun, it is the use of momentum, and gaining momentum to reach certain areas. Unfortunately, this is doesn't work in 3 dimensions, so they just make very linear areas to run fast in.
I'm not sure what Sega should do. I personally think that they should make a slower, more exploration based platformer, with some puzzles where rolling into a ball is needed.
I know I am going off topic, but I feel that I should mention that they created a hedgehog so that attacking and jumping is the same thing, making the controls simpler. Perhaps they should go back to the very initial ideas in order to make a new, very different, 3D Sonic.
Re: Oops! Nintendo Seems To Have Accidentally Revealed Kirby Fighters 2
Yay! I liked the first one.
Re: Surprise! Nintendo Says Its Next Console Is Going To Be Very Much Like Its Other Consoles
I am laughing so much at the picture at the top. He has an entire massive shelf below his TV, yet he still puts a tiny little table next to it for his Switch.
Re: Sega Reveals Sonic's 30th Anniversary Logo, Will Share Additional Plans "In The Coming Months"
That logo is nice. Looking forward to the 30th anniversary. Really hope that any new games that get announced will be good.
Re: Anniversary: Super Mario Maker Turns 5 Years Old Today
Next people are going tell me the Wii is 14 years old...
Re: Poll: How Do You Feel About 'Limited-Time' Games From Nintendo?
If I didn't own the original versions of all the games already I would still get this, but I don't think it is worthwhile when I already have them and the changes are minimal.
Re: Jump Rope Challenge Updated To Version 1.2.0, Game Available Until The End Of This Month
@chiefeagle02 It also hurts my knee
Re: Quirky School Sim Art Sqool Is Coming To Switch With All-New Features
Looks very strange, but still intriguing. Will check out.
Re: Talking Point: Can Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit Possibly Be As Good As It Looks?
What happened to regular remote controlled cars? Those + Mario Kart 8 is cheaper and probably better... I still think this is really cool, but I don't see how it is practical.
Re: There's A Super Mario Splatfest Scheduled For Splatoon 2 Next January
Is it possible to get these shirts in Australia? I would really like one. The link here is only for US and Canada.
Re: Soapbox: Nintendogs Prepared Me For Life As A Dog Owner, And Now I Want A Switch Version
I remember getting this when I was about 6 and only being able to get a few minutes in because the game couldn't understand me saying the dog's name
Re: Ninjala's Rumoured Sonic The Hedgehog Collaboration Has Been Officially Confirmed
I'm not sure how to feel about this. I love Sonic... but many of the games have been very disappointing, and I'm not sure how to feel about what was once a competitor to Mario becoming cosmetic items in a free to play game. Hopefully it shows Sega that there is interest in the hedgehog still and they make another Sonic game (hopefully free of any terrible jokes or excessive story).
Maybe this will get me to give Ninjala a go again.
Re: Soapbox: We've Reached The Point-Of-No-Return In This Nindie Love Affair
@SwitchVogel Thank you for the link! It does make sense that they kept things lightweight so that they are faster to load. I remember things on the 3DS taking quite long sometimes and they probably wanted to prevent that.
Re: Random: Celebrate Mario's 35th Anniversary With These Adhesive Products From UHU
These are sort of cool, but the design looks very basic. If these come to Australia and I also happen to need some glue I might get one of them. I kind of like getting random cheap merchandise like this. I believe that UHU is good quality.
Re: Video: First 4 Figures Unboxes Its Huge (And Very Expensive) Mario And Yoshi Statue
That Yoshi looks bigger than my dog! If I was rich enough to buy this it would probably end up terrifying her!
Re: Soapbox: We've Reached The Point-Of-No-Return In This Nindie Love Affair
The eshop really needs some work. It is so difficult to find new games without having heard of them elsewhere. Perhaps a sort of "highlights" every month or something. Perhaps user reviews would be good too, but that could very easily go bad (like Metacritic) . Maybe just ratings then, like the 3DS. A lot of people forget that the news articles do help to promote games.
Re: Hypnospace Outlaw Will Support Mouse And Keyboard On Switch, At Nintendo's Request
@Dang69 I've been using a extremely boring 15 year old HP keyboard and it's working just fine. I think just about any USB keyboard will work.
Re: Hypnospace Outlaw Will Support Mouse And Keyboard On Switch, At Nintendo's Request
You can actually use a physical keyboard for typing just about anywhere on the Switch! I find it useful for typing comments in Super Mario Maker. I believe there are a few other games as well that have mouse support as well.
Re: PlatinumGames Opens Its Own Merch Store, Kicks Things Off With Masks And Logo Tee
So strange to see masks as merchandise. These look pretty nice!
Re: Mario Celebrates His 35th Anniversary With Two New Nintendo Switch Controllers
@rallydefault I had one, it was decent, but noticeably cheaper than something made by Nintendo. It also broke quite soon (terrible drifting, but it looks fixable with a little bit of soldering).
Re: Mario Celebrates His 35th Anniversary With Two New Nintendo Switch Controllers
@wasum Thank you for replying. I will avoid this one then. Very sorry to hear that you had so many fail.
Re: Mario Celebrates His 35th Anniversary With Two New Nintendo Switch Controllers
I'm hesitant to purchase another Powera controller after my last one developed drift wit minimal use. I think I just got a bad one. This looks nice though, might get it still, I need another controller (and would quite like a wired one). It looks really nice!
Re: Feature: Best Nintendo Switch Life Sims And Farming Games
Stardew Valley is excellent! Been playing it way too much
Re: Rumour: Is The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Taking To The Skies On Nintendo Switch?
Actually been playing this one lately and really enjoying it. It certainly has its flaws, but very few games don't and I have found it quite enjoyable overall. I would recommend giving it a go, just be prepared for some frustrating parts. The stuff it does well massively beats what it does wrong.
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl: Duel #56 - Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door
Japan's one looks more exciting, as well as referencing the battles with the curtains. Both are great!
Re: Hori Reveals Three New Colours For Its Split Pad Pro Switch Controller
Those look pretty nice. Hori quality is usually better than other 3rd party stuff
Re: Random: Japan's Mysterious Sonic Statue Receives A Fittingly Puzzling Restoration
That statue is pretty cool! I like how it is IceCap themed. Wouldn't mind a miniature version I could buy myself...
Re: Ninjala Version 2.0 Adds Worldwide Matchmaking, Improves The UI And Much More
I tried and wasn't a fan. Good to see that they are improving it though, I might give it a try again. I am not really into "free to play" games though.
Hoping for some new content, perhaps a paid version that removes most of the frustrating parts.
Re: Guide: How To Fix A Drifting Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
Perhaps the cat hair caused the problem...
Just kidding, those cats are very cute.
Re: Feature: Best Nintendo Switch Fitness And Exercise Games
Jump Rope Challenge... Did not agree with my knee
Re: Random: Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Transformed Into Stunning Studio Ghibli-Inspired Poster
I feel bad for the artist. It is a pretty good piece, Please don't compare it to such a ridiculously high standard such as Studio Ghibli. Please, if you the artist and are reading this, do not feel discouraged by the comments. This is really good!
Some people seem to not understand the meaning of inspiration.
Re: Explore Hyrule In This Amazing Zelda-Themed Animal Crossing: New Horizons Dream Island
I have never played a single Animal Crossing game. But some of these creations I see here are incredible. Maybe i should give it a go. I'm worried I will get addicted to it, like Stardew Valley.
Re: Feature: Rare Turns 35 This Week - We Pick 10 Highlights From The Nintendo Years
I started playing Jet Force Gemini, but I lost interest when I heard about the backtracking later in the game. Maybe I should give it a go again.
Re: Nintendo Details Switch, Wii U And 3DS Network Maintenance Across August And September
Hope they change the interface for the Switch shop.
Re: Poll: What's The Best Paper Mario Game?
Super Paper Mario. Excellent blend of genres, and a great story. Quite possibly one of my favourite games ever. I did really enjoy the first one as well, I remember getting it during the summer holidays and playing it all day only to finish it in a few days. Loved the little sections between chapters where you controlled Princess Peach.
Still working on Thousand Year Door, haven't had the time to finish it yet. It seems really good too, but I don't find the setting quite as appealing for some reason. Can't judge it much because I haven't even got halfway yet. I haven't played any of the others.
Re: Analogue Is Retiring Its Amazing Nt Mini After One Final Production Run
@Gamesurfer Those NES to SNES adapters aren't very good from what I've seen, they definitely would not compare to the Analogue Nt Mini. I still think the Nt is ridiculously expensive though.
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl: Duel #55 - Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island
Japan's is generally nicer, but I am not a fan of the text along the left side.
Re: Random: Head Of Xbox Appearing On Animal Crossing Talk Show Next Week
I'm amazed someone has made a Animal Crossing talk show...
Re: Feature: A Behind-The-Scenes Look At Ary And The Secret Of Seasons
Looks interesting, hope the Switch version is good!
Re: Japanese Charts: Animal Crossing Has To Settle For Second While Switch Takes Seven Of Top Ten
Amazing to see Mario Kart 8 still up there. Its a 6 year old game by now!
Re: Wii U Indie Platformer Adventures Of Pip Makes The Leap To Switch Next Month
Quite like the style of the graphics, might give it a go
Re: Can You Name These Nintendo Console Games From Their Box Art?
13/15 pretty happy with this!
Re: Nintendo Is Aware Of Paper Mario's Game-Breaking Bug, Will Resolve Issues ASAP
@MrBlacky Thank you for replying, I might consider getting it.
Re: Nintendo Is Aware Of Paper Mario's Game-Breaking Bug, Will Resolve Issues ASAP
I'm thinking about getting this game, I'm just curious how long is it?
Re: Random: Hotel Returns Lost Switch To Owner, And Even Looks After Their Animal Crossing Island
I know the employee meant well, but it is a bit creepy to use someone's device without permission. I know a Switch is different to something like a laptop but still...
Re: Best Nintendo Switch Open-World Games
@rdm22 it isn't, it is made up of many separate but connected areas. Great game still, and there is plenty of exploration within the areas (some of which are still quite large and non linear)