The built-in kickstand of the original Switch had design flaws: it was flimsy and often popped off, the Switch leaned to one side when used, and it exposed your SD card. I found a plastic stand that folds flat for easy storage at Five Below a few years back. It's a $5 fix!
Which Switch is right for me? The one I already have; I can't afford another one. I'm glad I'm not missing out on a new Metroid/Zelda/Mario game that's only available on an upgraded model. I still think this should have been the version that launched, though.
I still need to play the first one; I bought the Switch version during a sale but I'm working through the backlog (currently playing Axiom Verge). I'll have time to wait for a sale on the sequel
Do you remember the Peanuts comic strip where Charlie Brown tries to kick the football? As a Metroid fan, I feel like Charlie Brown and Nintendo is standing in for Lucy ("we promise not to pull it away this time"). Also, it's not easy being a fan of F-Zero, Wave Race, and Star Fox. It's a good thing I like Zelda.
I want to get physical versions of Zombies Ate My Neighbors, Contra Anniversary Collection, Axiom Verge 2, and River City Girls 2. What I can afford, however....
Once you read a review for one of these games, it's too late. There have been several great games I hadn't even heard of until seeing a review on Nintendo Life. I won't buy from scalpers; I'd rather go without.
@moodycat While we're waiting for Metroid Prime 4 and asking for Metroid Prime Trilogy, Nintendo shadow drops Other M 2. It'd be totally ironic if it was actually good.
Two Point Hospital might still be on sale on the eshop. Three days ago, I got the Jumbo Upgrade DLC, which was also on sale. I look forward to jumping back into the game and checking it out. I enjoy the puns (such as Mock Star, with Freddie Mercury wannabes strutting around, and Lightheadedness, whose sufferers have light bulb heads) and general sense of humor (if a patient dies, the ghost wanders around but a properly-skilled janitor can vacuum it up Luigi style). I am definitely intersted in this university-themed follow up.
I noticed that DLC for Overcooked 2 and Moving Out are also on sale. I already had the Overcooked 2 DLC but I got the Movers in Paradise DLC and Narita Boy, which I was pleasantly surprised at being on sale since it's a recent release.
Impossible Lair is generally accepted as the better of the two Yooka-Laylee games.
I already have Tony Hawk and Destroy All Humans on PS4 with no desire to double dip. As a retro gamer, I am excired to play Zombies Ate My Neighbors and Alex Kidd. This is the first I've heard about Fallen Knight, but the screenshot looks intriguing; I'd like to see more before committing. Game Builder Garage and Mario Golf go on my Eventually list, waiting for a Black Friday or Mario Day sale.
I passed on the mobile ports. I was disappointed that SE didn't port the NES versions to Switch instead. However, this looks much more appealing! I echo the comments requesting the first two games to be remade in this style and released to the West.
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Re: Doctor Who: The Edge Of Reality Arrives In September Starring Jodie Whittaker And David Tennant
Should we concerned that the game features glitches?
Re: Nintendo Won't Say Whether Switch OLED Joy-Con Fixes Drift, So Don't Count On It
After four years, my right joy-con started drifting hard to the right. I was fighting it constantly. This article helped: https://www.nintendolife.com/guides/how-to-fix-a-drifting-nintendo-switch-joy-con-analog-stick. Recalibrating helps short-term but I just got some contact cleaner.
Re: Review: Boomerang X - Frantic First-Person Action That'll Keep You Coming Back
In the screenshots, it looks like the mummy's hand is holding the Glaive from Krull (but it seems to be missing a blade).
Re: Soapbox: Could Switch OLED Actually Make A Reality Of Nintendo's Cheesy Tabletop Dream?
The built-in kickstand of the original Switch had design flaws: it was flimsy and often popped off, the Switch leaned to one side when used, and it exposed your SD card. I found a plastic stand that folds flat for easy storage at Five Below a few years back. It's a $5 fix!
Re: Tails Of Iron Is An Adventure RPG With Heroic Rats, Arrives On Switch Soon
This looks good. That reminds me: what happened to Curse of the Sea Rats?
Re: Should I Buy A Switch OLED? Which Nintendo Switch Is Best For Me?
Which Switch is right for me? The one I already have; I can't afford another one. I'm glad I'm not missing out on a new Metroid/Zelda/Mario game that's only available on an upgraded model. I still think this should have been the version that launched, though.
Re: Gallery: Nintendo Switch OLED Model In All Its Glory
@Scrubicius It's nice to know that I'm not the only one thinking it won't stay that white.
Re: Former Star Fox Programmer Would Be Interested In Making A New Entry Without The "Gimmicks"
I'd like to play a Star Fox game without gimmicks. Also preferably not another remake of Star Fox 64.
Re: A Free Update Brings More Items And A Whole New World To 2D 'Goomba Sim' Wunderling
I chuckled at the Aladdin reference.
Re: Neo: The World Ends With You Could Take 100+ Hours To Beat Depending On Your Playstyle
I still need to play the first one; I bought the Switch version during a sale but I'm working through the backlog (currently playing Axiom Verge). I'll have time to wait for a sale on the sequel
Re: Best Cheap Nintendo Switch Games - Switch eShop Deals (US)
Does anyone recommend the Telltale Batman games? Each one is currently on sale for $6 and the Shadows mode is on sale for $1.59.
Re: Poll: What's The Best Tony Hawk Game?
Which game could you play as Darth Maul?
Re: Review: Mario Golf: Super Rush - A Solid Swing, But Par For The Course
I'll wait for the inevitable Black Friday or Mario Day sale.
Re: Switch Error Code 2123-1502 - Nintendo Appears To Have Fixed Issue Related To Update 12.0.3
Nintendo stabilized the destabilizing stability update?
Re: Video: Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp Switch Vs. GBA Comparison
Wayforward is known for animated style games. Have they ever made a game with this polygonal art style before?
Re: Doug Bowser Responds To Reports About "Upgraded Switch Replacement" (Again)
Translation: "I can neither confirm nor deny those rumors."
Re: Discolored Is An Intriguing Puzzle Adventure, Out On Switch Soon
That looks interesting. I'd wait for a review and a sale, but I'm interested.
Re: Talking Point: Why Metroid Dread Will Be Worth $60
@TakoSamurai $80 for AAA games in the future doesn't sound farfetched when PS5 games are selling for $70 now.
As to the matter at hand: if a remake of Link's Awakening sells for $60, why wouldn't an original Metroid game be full price?
Re: Video: Enjoy An Hour Of Sonic The Hedgehog History In This Retrospective
Remembering the console wars of the 90's, I marvel at how I can now play Mario, Sonic, and Crash Bandicoot games on my Nintendo system.
Re: Switch Error Code 2123-1502 - Users Still Waiting On Fix For Update 12.0.3 Issues
I get this error but if I click on Continue enough times, the game downloads. It's like I wear the Switch down.
Switch: Download error
Me: The error isn't real; download it
Switch: No
Me: Download it
Switch: No
Me: Do it!
Switch: Okay
Re: Nintendo Says It's "Working Hard" On Metroid Prime 4
How long before we see a screenshot or preview of Metroid Prime 4?
Re: Strange Brigade Is Out Now On Switch eShop
I got the PS4 version for $5 (it was a Best Buy Deal of the Day), but haven't tried it yet. I will not be double-dipping.
Re: Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp Reimagines The Classics On Switch
They went with this art style so nobody would accuse them of copying Wargroove.
Re: Poll: What Did You Think Of Nintendo Direct At E3 2021?
Metroid alone made this Direct an A for me. Advance Wars and Cruis'n Blast were really nice surprises.
Re: Metroid 5 Is Coming To Switch As Metroid Dread, And It's 2D
This game made E3 for me. It looks fantastic!
Re: E3: Get Your Nintendo Life E3 2021 Bingo Cards Here!
Classic Revival could be used for so many games yet, sadly, will probably remain open.
Edit: I admit I was wrong. Who saw Advance Wars coming? Surprisingly, Cruis'n Blast was leaked but true.
Re: Poll: How Hyped Are You For Nintendo's E3 Direct?
@AtlanteanMan I feel your pain.
Re: Video: Check Out These Amazing Game Builder Garage Creations
There are some amazing GBG builds already!
I just know that if I tried to make something, it would be the game equivalent of a stick figure doodle.
Re: Poll: How Hyped Are You For Nintendo's E3 Direct?
Do you remember the Peanuts comic strip where Charlie Brown tries to kick the football? As a Metroid fan, I feel like Charlie Brown and Nintendo is standing in for Lucy ("we promise not to pull it away this time"). Also, it's not easy being a fan of F-Zero, Wave Race, and Star Fox. It's a good thing I like Zelda.
Re: Every Physical Game From Limited Run's E3 2021 Show Coming To Nintendo Switch
I want to get physical versions of Zombies Ate My Neighbors, Contra Anniversary Collection, Axiom Verge 2, and River City Girls 2. What I can afford, however....
Re: Super Rare Games Changes Course On Physical-Only "Shorts", Makes Them Timed Exclusives
Once you read a review for one of these games, it's too late. There have been several great games I hadn't even heard of until seeing a review on Nintendo Life. I won't buy from scalpers; I'd rather go without.
Re: Back Page: Things That Will Absolutely Definitely Happen During Nintendo's E3 2021 Direct
@moodycat While we're waiting for Metroid Prime 4 and asking for Metroid Prime Trilogy, Nintendo shadow drops Other M 2. It'd be totally ironic if it was actually good.
Re: XSEED Games Has "Multiple Reveals" Lined Up For E3
@Jmjfrank I liked The Last Story more than Xenoblade Chronicles. A Switch remaster would be welcome.
I would also request Little King's Story for Switch.
Re: Here's What To Expect At E3's Wholesome Direct Showcase
I don't need to watch this, right? Nintendo Life will post the videos for Switch releases, right?
Re: Nintendo Confirms Switch Digital Deals Promotion To Follow E3 Event
Up to 50%. So the only game that'll be half price is the game you really don't want, right? The games you really want will be 20% off at best.
Re: Annapurna Interactive Locks In Last Stop's Switch Release Date, Launches This July
Last Stop looks intriguing.
Re: thatgamecompany's Sky: Children Of The Light Gets Switch Date, Season Based On 'The Little Prince'
You had me at Flower.
Re: Classic Arcade Game 'The Simpsons' Will Get A New Cabinet This Year
@kingbk I would definitely buy a Simpsons/X-Men game pack.
I wonder why this article is on Nintendo Life if it isn't being ported to a Nintendo system.
Re: Alfred Hitchcock – Vertigo Isn't A Trick Of The Mind, It's Out On Switch This Year
@LaytonPuzzle27 That's intriguing; Rear Window came to mind for me, as a point-and-click adventure game.
Re: Multiplayer Shooter Retrograde Arena Just Launched On Switch For Free
I'll check it out, but this reminds me that I would like a Geometry Wars game on Switch.
Re: Review: Wonder Boy: Asha In Monster World - A Fine Revival, Faithful To A Fault
@MontyCircus That's a really good point. I had already decided that, if I bought this game, I'd buy the physical version to get the original game.
Re: Review: Wonder Boy: Asha In Monster World - A Fine Revival, Faithful To A Fault
This review gives an 8 (Great) but IGN gave a 5 (Mediocre). Who do I believe?
Re: Ubisoft's E3 Conference Will Feature "A Few Surprises"
@CactusMan Beyond Good and Evil HD was on PS3, so it should be able to run on Switch.
I would really like to see a new Rayman game for Switch, even if Michel Ancel is sadly no longer involved.
Re: Random: 'Twice For Nintendo Switch' Twitter Trend Leaves News-Hungry Fans Disappointed
I thought 'Twice for Nintendo Switch' was a reference to the Wii U (and now 3DS) ports.
Re: Two Point Campus Appears On Microsoft Store, And It Looks Rather Bonkers
Two Point Hospital might still be on sale on the eshop. Three days ago, I got the Jumbo Upgrade DLC, which was also on sale. I look forward to jumping back into the game and checking it out. I enjoy the puns (such as Mock Star, with Freddie Mercury wannabes strutting around, and Lightheadedness, whose sufferers have light bulb heads) and general sense of humor (if a patient dies, the ghost wanders around but a properly-skilled janitor can vacuum it up Luigi style). I am definitely intersted in this university-themed follow up.
Re: Team17 Switch Sale Slashes Game Prices By Up To 90% (North America)
I noticed that DLC for Overcooked 2 and Moving Out are also on sale. I already had the Overcooked 2 DLC but I got the Movers in Paradise DLC and Narita Boy, which I was pleasantly surprised at being on sale since it's a recent release.
Impossible Lair is generally accepted as the better of the two Yooka-Laylee games.
Re: Ghibli-Inspired Puzzle-Platformer 'Out Of Line' Scores June Release Date On Switch
This looks really promising. The art style looks great. However, the main character looks like he was copied from Scribblenauts.
Re: Super Magbot Is A 'Magnetic Platformer' Out Soon On Switch, Demo Playable Now
I watched the trailer and thought it looked like Teslagrad crossed with Super Meat Boy. I then read the same assessment in the article.
Re: Video: 14 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In June
I already have Tony Hawk and Destroy All Humans on PS4 with no desire to double dip. As a retro gamer, I am excired to play Zombies Ate My Neighbors and Alex Kidd. This is the first I've heard about Fallen Knight, but the screenshot looks intriguing; I'd like to see more before committing. Game Builder Garage and Mario Golf go on my Eventually list, waiting for a Black Friday or Mario Day sale.
Re: Square Enix Is Releasing A Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake For Home Consoles
I passed on the mobile ports. I was disappointed that SE didn't port the NES versions to Switch instead. However, this looks much more appealing! I echo the comments requesting the first two games to be remade in this style and released to the West.