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So first party games, proven third party titles, indies and the odd miracle port.

Pretty much everything I wanted.

The music is much more forgettable than Morrowind. I'm happy for everyone who I would imagine this was their first Elder Scrolls game. For me, I wasn't enamoured with it half as much as it's predecessor. Still, I might give it another go. Thankfully the grphics won't look like they have been smeared in vaseline in the remaster (God, what an awful time for graphics that was! Bouncer was awful for it!) If this is a remaster, then Morrowind deserves a remake

@datamonkey They probably lost count of how many beats they borrowed lol.

If it's been in development since Odyseey, then it's going to be an $80 game lol.

I don't know if it's Sony training (certainly more mainstream thinking) but you don't expect Mario games. They come out when they have a new idea or hardware concept. So I wouldn't be expecting Cappy in the next one. Look at Super Mario World and Super Mario World 2 (Mario was baby in that!!)

So as a long time Nintendo fan, DK releasing is no more surprising than Luigi's Mansion on the cube. You appreciate the games that Nintendo make...but don't start exoecting stuff. They don't work like that. Gameplay ideas come first not 'let's make another Mario game.'

He absolutely nailed his original facial expressions. Quite remarkable!

Hi. Dave from Digital Floundering here. Thought I'd share an interview we did with the developers.
"So, apparently you guys are using DLSS."
"Yes, we are using the features of the NVidia chipset."
"Really?"
"Yes."
"Are you sure, we couldn't see it."
"Yep."
"...but really, though?"
"YES! Accross four modes."

So there you have it. We have no evidence the game is using DLSS at this time. Thank you for reading.

DLSS is like the ghost in the machine!

Well, I wanted an NES to SNES type next gen. Seems like Nintendo did too haha

I fear the writer is hanging her hat too much on the word escapism (or experience.) Removing any jeopardy in a video game would make them feel too safe, maybe even boring. And that's not escapism. But I do get it, dying from merely traversing a game world is a bit lame. But is that on the player or the game?

@WiltonRoots Ooooh, I try to not do the whole top this and that thing lol. Takes up far too much of my day wondering about it

@WiltonRoots One of my fave consoles. Still own it

Nice to see another developer use physical. Bodes well for Deamon X Machina

@LastFootnote I do hope your sentiment isn't soley aimed at gaming. The next 4 years are going to be seismic and felt everywhere

All things considered I don't think it's as bad as many make out. Granted I would like some clarity on this VRR on monitors grey area. It sounds worth investing in a monitor maybe.
I think what is happening is, there is clearly widespread whiplash projected at Nintendo because it's the path of least resistance, caused by a broarder sense of instability and insecurity elsewhere in the world. I feel it. And I am far and away not unique.

I'll add Saturn btw. That's a good one

@PloverNutter I'll add those to the list Ty

@nhSnork Well I'll edit it and include it. (Wasn't intending my post to be some sort of historical document hahaha!)

@PloverNutter I agree with you from a slightly different perspective. When you aren't in first place you try harder. Neccessity is the father of invention and all that.

@BenAV Yeah, the games look phenomenal. You can see the years of development in Mario Kart. Probably overlooked or taken for granted but that open world can't have been easy to design.

@Anti-Matter everybodies next generation is going to be very challenging over the next 4 years.

Don't get me wrong, I can't wait to get my Switch 2, but...well...could this be the worst console launch ever?

• Prices that caught everyone off guard.
• Delayed pre-order dates.
• Overviews updated with features removed.
• Overviews with errors.
• Seemingly one sole third party embracing physical media.
• No Super Monkey Ball at launch.

Now I am not saying everything is Nintendo's fault here. The global economy is a crap shoot at the moment, but it feels like they could have used more time, but then again, how will the world look next week? Either way, it looks easy to start losing confidence in the hardware (because of the messaging or lack thereof. Different hymn sheets etc.) I mean, the games look amazing!

Maybe Nintendo should have avoided talking specs like they traditionally do (that might touch on losing their identity?). All the fps,vrr, resolution talk is steering conversation away from their games. Edit - I might be actually doing them a disservice there, as their chat doesn't tend to go beyond 'improved frame rate' etc.

Possible contenders

• XBox One (legendary fail but in hindsight, pretty much where we are today. Go figure...)
• Wii U (Branding failure.)
• PS3 (Probably priced worse than the Switch 2!)
• 3DS (Over priced leading to a price cut / ambassasor programme.)
• PS Vita (Restrictingly proprietary hardware.)
• Virtual Boy (Headache inducingly flawed design.)
• SEGA Saturn (Sloppy timing.)
• Atari Jaguar (Trevor McFur. Nuff said!)

Games looking smoother in handheld mode would blow my mind lol.

@Dev-N It's the players that are that mean...not Mario

@Kairuuu Having the penguin hurl off a cliff in that Direct was the best nod!

I'm not going to vote because I don't want that to be a reflection on what I actually think of the game. As Directs go, it was ok. I like them to have more than 1 game haha. As an advert, I think it was a 10. I am more than excited to get my hands on it. It just exudes quality.

@WiltonRoots Fair enough. O.<

And how on this fair Earth are we meant to make our own way to Rainbow Road lol?

Anyone that saw my predictions will probably guess how over the moon I am lol! Platforming to reach places, missions, battle mode and time trial. Yeah. All great! They missed the Popeye memo obviously but I'll let them off. (Although it would be nice to unlock Ballon Kid for Battle mode and other NES characters.)

Defo snapping this up! BOSH!

@johnedwin Don't p%ss on folk dude. It's not cool.

I was under the impression VRR was handheld only...hence me asking if it would work on a TV / Monitor.

We'll see I guess.

@DwaynesGames The full roster is 50 racers, but when you play for the first time there is only 49...because Princess Peach is missing.

@StewdaMegaManNerd That's why I said him lol. We don't need to say that on a Nintendo fan site

I think having the whole game on a chip is just so...cyberpunk. Can't wait to own it.

I don't get the discourse about Nintendo seemingly playing it safe with Switch 2. They don't HAVE to reinvent the wheel here. They are STILL riding the Switch wave it was so good. The upgrades are all welcome. The mouse controls are genius.

Predictions

• Missions in free roam mode. (Crazy Taxi style.)
• Battle Royal Battle mode played accros the entire world (like Fortnite). In fact, battle mode has been quiet!!
• Time trials - plot your own route.
• Space in that massive world to build your own track and invite players to race it. (uses the mouse controls.)
• Erm...Special guest character (the one more thing) Popeye.

@Grumblevolcano They can't be quiet throughout May, surely.

@Toastmaster Who is wallowing in third place and trying to stay relevent with a new business strategy?

Honestly, when Nintendo where in 3rd place we got a localisation of Earthbound. Companies try harder in third place. Break glass in case of emergency lol. If Switch 2 flops, we'll probably get Earthbound 3 hahaha!

When is the next XBox Direct? They said they would be putting platforms on their trailers going forward. (Unless Nintendo really do control messaging to that degree!)

XBox put games on Switch 2, I buy XBox games. It's that simple. Oh, and free Shadowrun!

It's coming. It will more than likely be a key card (or Limited Run physical) I liked Morrowind (damn, I want a remake!) and Skyrim, but I dunno, I just could never get into Oblivion. One of those games where if it was your first Elder Scrolls game, it likely blew you away. Maybe I should give it another go.

I own maybe 4 of those games listed. Could have been worse.

Devolver are one of my fave publishers. They are just so punk. Glad they will be supporting my next console

Why do they never address what's in the box...

So much Capcom Vs SNK on Switch. LOVE IT!

Everyone better start clearing their living room tables lol...

It's about the games, Yosh. Sony could maybe do with making some...

I mean, I can see why third parties want to go all digital, but it still sucks. Thank God Nintendo still cherish physical media.

Ooooh, yet another group of Star Wars heroes including a jedi, a smuggler, a trooper, a bounty hunter and a droid...

Sigh.

I just saw a clip of a blue shell going off in the water...and sending a tidal wave in every direction!

@DashKappei That's our special relationship...protect everyone's biggest bloody market.