I’d go for this. Recently beat FFVII on Switch (I’ve been trying to beat that game for 20+ years). Wouldn’t mind a physical edition to give FFVIII a crack.
The only two I need to complete my Zelda amiibo collection are Smash series Link and Ganondorf. It’s a shame that amiibo are pretty much a dead product now. I’ve enjoyed collecting them.
Metacritic Might as well do away with the ten point scale for user reviews. It’s always either a 10, from the mindless fanboys, or a 0, from the tantrum throwing man children.
His scores and ability to set them has never been in question. They were removed because he has been proven to have cheated on at least one occasion. If Guinness want to reinstate his legit scores, that’s their prerogative. The guy is still a proven cheater.
How did Sega get it so right with the Mega Drive mini, but so wrong with this Game Gear mini. If it had a decent number of games I would definitely buy one.
If each one had all 16 games it, it'd still be a rip off. I think this is aimed at collectors rather than anyone who actually wants to play some Game Gear games.
@JMR_Alden the special edition comes with a soundtrack CD (the only reason I actually bought it) and a survival backpack like the one you find in the game. It’s pretty dumb.
Call me crazy, but I’m kind of glad it’s full of janky technical issues. I love, LOVE, the PS2 games and their terrible frame rate, wonky controls and bad camera were all part of the low budget charm.
I got my special edition version today. I’m really enjoying it, mostly in spite of, but partly because of the technical issues.
I’d say it deserves a 6/10, because it offers such a unique (other than the earlier titles) gameplay experience. If you’re curious about it, maybe wait for it to go on sale.
This is Racing Apex, a game that was originally announced years ago (2015 I think) but has been in development hell ever since. They probably changed the name to get away from the stigma of vapourware it has. I’m just happy it’s finally coming out, I’ve been looking forward to it since it was first revealed
Between this and Racing Apex, I thought we had a full on arcade racing revival on our hands. Which would have been amazing, because I love those kinds of games. I hope they both eventually see a release.
@sikthvash nothing nostalgic about my love for the series. I played them for the first time only about a year ago. You’re totally right about the B-Movie vibe though.
I love this series. The thing about them is, they’re really not very good when it comes to production values. Bad animations, bad sound effects, bad controls, bad writing etc. But there is something totally unique about those games that makes them really compelling. That’s why I have preordered the special edition.
I just hope this entry lives up to the really wonky, borderline broken but fun/hilarious legacy of the series.
I have owned every single piece of Nintendo hardware with the exception of the Virtual Boy and the only one I’ve had a problem with is an N64 that I tried to mod and broke in the process (obviously, not Nintendo’s fault).
I’ve had a Sega Saturn, two Dreamcasts, an original Xbox, two Xbox 360s, a PS1 and a PS2 break on me. Never a piece of Nintendo hardware.
I’ve had an eye on this one for a while. It looks like it could be good. The dev has a track good record. Also, they’re called VD Dev, and they’re French. Brilliant.
OMG!! This is amazing. I’m so excited about this. Coincidentally, I’m playing through the first game on PS2 at the moment. All I need now is a HD port of the third game. Day made.
In my head Wonder Boy, Monster World and Alex Kidd are all the same series. Also, Virtua Racing! That’s a day one get for me. Can’t wait to play that one
Now that is a stone cold amazing line up of games. Plenty of all time classics, a good handful of lesser known but still great games and a healthy dose of those rare/expensive collectors items that most mortals will never get to own.
And M2 on emulation duty? This will totally blow Nintendo’s mini consoles out of the water. I can’t wait
I imported a physical copy from America for the 3DS. It’s still in my pile of shame, haven’t touched it once. One day, maybe. I did listen to the soundtrack CD that came with it though. That soundtrack is fantastic. A great mix of electronic sounds and strings. I loved that.
I’m not even slightly upset about this, it is a free update after all. But bloody hell, it’s five years since it’s original release of Shovel Knight. I wonder how long it will take them when they finally start making something new.
I’m seriously considering this one. I’ve only ever played Untold 1 and I enjoyed it, but not enough to see it trough to the end. Has the series changed significantly since Untold?
I hope we get one or two more rounds of Ninty Selects for 3DS here in Europe. There’s a few games I’d like, but I’m not quite willing to pay full price for. Miitopia, Poochy & Yoshi and maybe Final Fantasy Explorers.
@ALinkttPresent this is exactly why I bought it when it went into the selects range here in Europe. It’s a fun Mario Adventure even if you completely ignore all the stage creation stuff, which I did.
I love the 3DS and I never want it to end!! Seriously though, I still play my 3DS a lot. I spent way more time on it than my Switch last year and I am planning on buying more games for it this year. The idea that Nintendo should kill it is silly. Surely it makes more sense to invest in it in proportion to its profitability? And that’s exactly what they’ve been doing these past two years.
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Re: Online Listings For Final Fantasy Physical Twin Pack Surface In Europe
I’d go for this. Recently beat FFVII on Switch (I’ve been trying to beat that game for 20+ years). Wouldn’t mind a physical edition to give FFVIII a crack.
Re: Review: Super Mario 3D All-Stars - Three Of Mario's Greatest Adventures Come To Switch
The non-inverted camera controls in Sunshine have me a tad worried. That may well ruin it for me. I just can’t do non-inverted cameras.
Re: Almost Every Legend Of Zelda amiibo Is Back On Nintendo's Official UK Store
The only two I need to complete my Zelda amiibo collection are Smash series Link and Ganondorf. It’s a shame that amiibo are pretty much a dead product now. I’ve enjoyed collecting them.
Re: Metacritic Implements 36-Hour Delay On User Reviews, To Ensure "Gamers Have Time To Play"
Metacritic Might as well do away with the ten point scale for user reviews. It’s always either a 10, from the mindless fanboys, or a 0, from the tantrum throwing man children.
Re: Billy Mitchell's Donkey Kong And Pac-Man Scores Are Reinstated By Guinness World Records
His scores and ability to set them has never been in question. They were removed because he has been proven to have cheated on at least one occasion. If Guinness want to reinstate his legit scores, that’s their prerogative. The guy is still a proven cheater.
Re: Hotshot Racing Gets Delayed Until Summer 2020
I’ve been waiting for this game for about 78 years I think. I can wait a couple more months.
Re: Random: FIFA Crowd Noises Will Be Used For Some Televised Premier League Matches
I hope, when a player scores a goal, they still celebrate as if there is a crown going crazy. That'd be too funny not to watch.
Re: Sega's Game Gear Micro Was Originally Going To Be Even More Stingy
How did Sega get it so right with the Mega Drive mini, but so wrong with this Game Gear mini. If it had a decent number of games I would definitely buy one.
Re: Sega Celebrates Its 60th Anniversary With A Micro Version Of The Game Gear
If each one had all 16 games it, it'd still be a rip off. I think this is aimed at collectors rather than anyone who actually wants to play some Game Gear games.
Re: Swedish Retailer Updates Its Listing For Metroid Prime Trilogy On Switch, Says It's Arriving Next Month
RETAIL LISTINGS MEAN NOTHING.
Re: Poll: Splatoon 2's Splatfest Takes Place This Weekend - Are You Siding With Team Mayo Or Team Ketchup?
I doesn't matter what side you pick, we all know HP sauce is the king.
Re: EA Play Live Goes Digital This June - Expect World Premieres, News And Much More
Let's face it, if one of the big publishers doesn't want to support the Switch, we'd all rather it be EA.
Re: Retro-Inspired Racer 80's Overdrive Speeds Onto The Switch eShop Early Next Month
I’ve got this on 3DS. The lack of analogue controls makes it very difficult to enjoy.
Re: Review: Disaster Report 4: Summer Memories - A Totally Unique Experience Marred By Technical Problems
@JMR_Alden the special edition comes with a soundtrack CD (the only reason I actually bought it) and a survival backpack like the one you find in the game. It’s pretty dumb.
Re: Review: Disaster Report 4: Summer Memories - A Totally Unique Experience Marred By Technical Problems
Call me crazy, but I’m kind of glad it’s full of janky technical issues. I love, LOVE, the PS2 games and their terrible frame rate, wonky controls and bad camera were all part of the low budget charm.
I got my special edition version today. I’m really enjoying it, mostly in spite of, but partly because of the technical issues.
I’d say it deserves a 6/10, because it offers such a unique (other than the earlier titles) gameplay experience. If you’re curious about it, maybe wait for it to go on sale.
Re: Hotshot Racing Brings "Silky Smooth" 60fps Arcade Racing To Switch This Spring
This is Racing Apex, a game that was originally announced years ago (2015 I think) but has been in development hell ever since. They probably changed the name to get away from the stigma of vapourware it has. I’m just happy it’s finally coming out, I’ve been looking forward to it since it was first revealed
Re: Of Course Pokémon Sword And Shield Is Getting Review-Bombed
Of all the thing in the world worth being pissed off about, Pokémon almost certainly isn’t one of them.
Re: Nintendo Has Now Sold More Than 750 Million Games Consoles Worldwide
Wow, that’s nearly as many consoles as games I’ve bought, put on my shelf, then never played.
Re: Square Enix Is Releasing A Game Boy Color Dragon Quest Game On Switch eShop
What a coincidence, I just bought the GameBoy cart a week or so ago. Haven’t had a chance to try it yet though.
Re: The First Three Dragon Quest Games Will Be Released On The Switch eShop In Japan
Will these games ever be release in Europe on a proper games console?
Re: '90s Super GP Is Still Alive, And Will Now Include Online Play
Between this and Racing Apex, I thought we had a full on arcade racing revival on our hands. Which would have been amazing, because I love those kinds of games. I hope they both eventually see a release.
Re: Meet The Good, Bad And Ugly Survivors You'll Encounter In Disaster Report 4
@sikthvash nothing nostalgic about my love for the series. I played them for the first time only about a year ago. You’re totally right about the B-Movie vibe though.
Re: Random: Nintendo Posts About Mario Enjoying Sunshine, Internet Goes Wild
Remember the purple and yellow chairs in the Smash direct? Often, people will believe something for no other reason than they want it to be true.
Re: Meet The Good, Bad And Ugly Survivors You'll Encounter In Disaster Report 4
I love this series. The thing about them is, they’re really not very good when it comes to production values. Bad animations, bad sound effects, bad controls, bad writing etc. But there is something totally unique about those games that makes them really compelling. That’s why I have preordered the special edition.
I just hope this entry lives up to the really wonky, borderline broken but fun/hilarious legacy of the series.
Re: Nintendo Download: 22nd August (Europe)
Wait, Dragon Quest XI Definitive Edition has DLC? What do words even mean anymore?
Re: Poll: Have You Ever Had Problems With Nintendo Hardware?
I have owned every single piece of Nintendo hardware with the exception of the Virtual Boy and the only one I’ve had a problem with is an N64 that I tried to mod and broke in the process (obviously, not Nintendo’s fault).
I’ve had a Sega Saturn, two Dreamcasts, an original Xbox, two Xbox 360s, a PS1 and a PS2 break on me. Never a piece of Nintendo hardware.
Re: Poll: Vote For Your Favourite Nintendo DS Games
I voted Nintendo Touch Golf. It is, no joke, my favourite Nintendo DS game.
Re: 3DS YouTube Service Ends In Japan This September
The 3DS will live forever. Viva la 3DS!!
Re: Sega Mega Drive Mini's European Release Has Been Delayed
I’m fine with this. September was going to be an expensive month, now it’s not so bad.
Re: Arcade Racer Rise: Race The Future Speeds Onto Switch This Month
I’ve had an eye on this one for a while. It looks like it could be good. The dev has a track good record. Also, they’re called VD Dev, and they’re French. Brilliant.
Re: Disaster Report 4: Summer Memories Is Heading To Switch In The West
OMG!! This is amazing. I’m so excited about this. Coincidentally, I’m playing through the first game on PS2 at the moment. All I need now is a HD port of the third game. Day made.
Re: Virtua Racing And Wonder Boy: Monster Land Arrive In The West At The End Of June
In my head Wonder Boy, Monster World and Alex Kidd are all the same series. Also, Virtua Racing! That’s a day one get for me. Can’t wait to play that one
Re: Mega Drive Mini Games List: All 42 Titles Revealed
Now that is a stone cold amazing line up of games. Plenty of all time classics, a good handful of lesser known but still great games and a healthy dose of those rare/expensive collectors items that most mortals will never get to own.
And M2 on emulation duty? This will totally blow Nintendo’s mini consoles out of the water. I can’t wait
Re: Review: Gato Roboto - A Charming Metroidvania Which We Wish Hung Around Longer
I’ve been keeping an eye on this one because it looks so adorable. This review has convinced me to get it
Re: Nintendo Download: 23rd May (Europe)
@BBIAJ 👍
Re: Nintendo Download: 23rd May (Europe)
I’m sure I’m the only person who cares, but those Japanese Rail Sim 3D games aren’t on sale at all when I go to the 3DS eShop. What gives?
Re: Get Discounts On Classic Zelda Games, Fire Emblem And More With My Nintendo Rewards (Europe)
@PBandSmelly I know right? Free healthcare and now this.
Re: Rumour: "Cheaper Version Of The Switch" Expected To Launch By The End Of June
I hope it has a clamshell type design. Or at the very least, be truly pocket sized.
Re: Sega Ages Virtua Racing Speeds Onto The Japanese eShop Next Week
This, Daytona USA and OutRun 2 would make my Switch the perfect arcade racing machine
Re: Cel Damage HD Unleashes Vehicular Combat On The Switch eShop This Week
I remember this as being distinctly average. It strikes me as an odd choice for the HD remaster treatment. Where’s my SOS: The Final Escape remaster?
Re: Cuphead Is Coming To Nintendo Switch, Along With Xbox Achievements
This is great news. But please, PLEASE tell me you can turn achievements off. Or at least turn off the notifications for them. I can’t stand them.
Re: The Alliance Alive HD Remastered Arrives In North America And Europe This Fall
I imported a physical copy from America for the 3DS. It’s still in my pile of shame, haven’t touched it once. One day, maybe. I did listen to the soundtrack CD that came with it though. That soundtrack is fantastic. A great mix of electronic sounds and strings. I loved that.
Re: Yacht Club Games Has Delayed Shovel Knight: King Of Cards
I’m not even slightly upset about this, it is a free update after all. But bloody hell, it’s five years since it’s original release of Shovel Knight. I wonder how long it will take them when they finally start making something new.
Re: Review: Etrian Odyssey Nexus - A Stellar Send-Off For A Beloved RPG Series
I’m seriously considering this one. I’ve only ever played Untold 1 and I enjoyed it, but not enough to see it trough to the end. Has the series changed significantly since Untold?
Re: Nintendo Readying One Unannounced Switch Title “Fans Would Be Delighted To Know" About
This is such a non statement. Nintendo have ALWAYS got something in development they haven’t announced that would please fans.
Re: Mario, Zelda And Star Fox Games Are Joining The Nintendo Selects Range In North America
I hope we get one or two more rounds of Ninty Selects for 3DS here in Europe. There’s a few games I’d like, but I’m not quite willing to pay full price for. Miitopia, Poochy & Yoshi and maybe Final Fantasy Explorers.
Re: Mario, Zelda And Star Fox Games Are Joining The Nintendo Selects Range In North America
@ALinkttPresent this is exactly why I bought it when it went into the selects range here in Europe. It’s a fun Mario Adventure even if you completely ignore all the stage creation stuff, which I did.
Re: Talking Point: Come In Nintendo 3DS, Your Time Is Up
I love the 3DS and I never want it to end!! Seriously though, I still play my 3DS a lot. I spent way more time on it than my Switch last year and I am planning on buying more games for it this year. The idea that Nintendo should kill it is silly. Surely it makes more sense to invest in it in proportion to its profitability? And that’s exactly what they’ve been doing these past two years.
Re: Nintendo Download: 10th January (Europe)
I’ve just bought OutRun. That should be downloaded and ready to play by the time I get home from work
Re: Starlink: Battle For Atlas Is Getting Lots Of New Content Tomorrow, And It's All Free
Bought it last week. Still haven’t bothered to try it yet. Mainly because of Smash and I’ve just got back into Xenoblade.
I’m surprised they’re bothering with updates at all considering how miserably it’s sold.