Should be fun for us retro fanatics I think younger players need a good dose of GTA, too. I agree with @BaronMunchausen above. Nothing to be negative about when such a great series of games are coming to the Switch, a piece of gaming history, imho.
I just upgraded to the new OLED Switch! So I also picked up Zelda: Skyward Sword HD and am loving it. Currently just got to the first dungeon.. lol.. Haven't played this in years, but its seriously a great game. Also recently got: Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Sonic Mania, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Cooking Mama Cookstar, Paper Mario: Origami King, Rayman Legends, a few others, and lots of e-shop games. Looks like all my weekends are set for awhile! 8)
I also just updated my profile after not doing so for years but I have a vintage gaming YouTube channel that I post videos in weekly (mostly Atari & Nintendo.) Check it out in my profile if interested.
Btw, I am loving the OLED Switch! It's a huge upgrade to the original I had initially. I had a Switch Lite before this I got in Summer 2020 and really missed playing on the big screen. (I gave my launch edition Switch to a kid who I met and was extremely poor, so I visited with his family, and I did my good deed and traded it for his Dads' PS2 plus Sega Genesis and games. He literally cried he was so happy. When I was a kid, dreaming for the day when I could afford a new NES or SNES game, because my parent's couldn't afford it, I always wished a stranger would trade me for one, and that's exactly what I did. Well, for another kid who was just like me.) 8-)
@SwitchedOn_Games Considering this game is $5.99 right now I'd say grab it! I just did. It's still downloading but I figure I'll get at least a good $6 of gameplay out of it. It actually looks great to me (but I've got 40-something year old eyes.) -B
@SummerPlay I just purchased it for $5.99 in the eShop. they're having a sale.. so here's hoping the loading times are fixed, but at that price I guess it's a steal. Thx
@geiseldiesel oh, definitely! I still haven’t beat the game because I’m just too busy playing so many other things. But I’m about 25% in. It’s a beautiful game, for sure, and I see much more positive about it than negative. I feel like if Zelda fans knew the BOTW follow up borrows quite a bit from this game, they would be more apt to play it. Such an underrated gem for me, kind of like Spirit Tracks that I went back and played many years ago and fell back in love with. 🙌🌟
Just picked up Skyward Sword HD for my new OLED Switch a few weeks back and it's an amazing game! I never gave it its fair shot when it was on the Wii. This is really an underrated, fantastic game.. and it seems like some elements from this game (such as flying) may make it into the new BOTW sequel. A+
This game is on sale right now at Best Buy for $14.99, not a bad price. I picked it up to play on my new OLED Switch Looks like a fun game, have never played this version, but I do own the version for the Atari Jaguar!
@Kynwal hahah, for sure. I had luck yesterday so hit up the gamestops and have them call a nearby store if they are out , worked for me . You can aLos change out the joy cons to a different color the old ones work too
@Kynwal What I do to remedy that situation is wash my hands before using my Switch jk haha I hear ya. I just got a case for it from Best Buy since they made the new OLED Switch a millimeter longer, older accessories don't fit. (Argh.) New cases are like $20. But yes, I hear you... I do like the white color, though, it looks a little less childish and more premium. Def feels heavier in the hand and much larger than my lite!
@Kynwal Update: I purchased an OLED Switch (white model) today. GameStop down the street had one more left, and I ran up to purchase it! Loving it so far. I know I seem like I'm going back on what I said, but I was afraid of supply chain issues and holiday sales (empty shelves) so I went ahead and bit the bullet, lol. So far it gets an A++!
Is there anywhere left to pre-order in the U.S.? What's the best advice ya'll can give for getting one on release day? Will there be any available? Asking for a friend, lol.. Thx
The OLED model doesn't justify the upgrade for myself and for many I know, and if Nintendo really wants to make stockholders and investors happy, as well as loyal customers (32+ year customer here) they'd innovate at a much faster pace with this console. I'm still happy with my Switch Lite I got last year! But I still play my 3DS, GameBoy Micro, GBA, Wii U, Super NES, NES and N64 about as much as I play the Switch Lite!
The 3DS was a natural successor to the DSi and the GameBoy Advance SD, and so many more before it, going back to the original GameBoy. (I owned them all, and I still play my GameBoy Micro from time to time!) I remember saving up all my money from my first job at the age of 14 to get more games for my GBA, including Minish Cap, one of my faves. While I suppose the Switch is a natural progression from the 3DS, we still don't have apps which the 3DS had and lack of customization for the Switch seems to be a step backwards for me as an OG classic gamer. The 3DS will definitely be missed! Go download your games while they're still available. Word on the street is Nintendo is slowly dropping 3DS titles in the shop. The 3DS was and still is an amazing device that I use every once in a while, probably about as much as my Switch at this point since I've moved on to 8 bit 80's gaming at this point. DEF one of the best on the OG systems! xx
All I know is... City Connection is a retro, unique, amazing game from my childhood that inspired so many others. They branched out to form their own company back in the day. Check it out if you have time to broaden your horizons out of this stupid Anime BS.
I still think Amiibo is not worthy of mentioning here... A silly technology with little to no relevance on (most) gameplay. My highlight of the past 10 years was definitely the 3DS XL. I played on mine for the longest, and I still fire it up once in a while to play my Ambassador Games Right now, I'm obsessed with my Switch Lite and playing Zelda: links awakening and Tetris 99. Here's to another great decade of Nintendo!
Wha-? No 3DS love? What a shame, Nintendo. Abandoned the 3DS and 2DS users again, I see... This is why I now play Xbox and barely pick up my 3DS or 2DS anymore.
@Spiders That is subjective, obviously.. in my opinion, this Human Resource game is not a real game, it's junk ware, or poorly ported mobile game or PC copycat bloatware, and a real game would be something along the lines of a VC release or a new game, even an indie game, as long as its original. Again, this is entirely subjective. It would be nice to have more good games, though.
My own list of 5 Nintendo "must haves" for the Switch going forward:
1. Games. (and not junkware)
2. Games! (and a web browser)
3. Games!! (and Nintendo VC content)
4. Games!!! (and a music player)
5. Games!!!! (and apps)
This is my most recent (today) 3DS e-shop purchase after being totally glued to my Switch and my NES (for some reason), and man, SMW is just as fresh and awesome today as it was back when I was a kid and playing it on my Super Nintendo. Awesome game on the 3DS, and a perfect treat for new and old (ahem!) alike. 10! A+
Can we have some REAL games for the Switch, please? This is just embarrassing. Also embarrassing is the fact you gave it a 7 out of 10. At this rate, a Sudoku clone should get a 9/10, easy.
The ONLY thing the Switch needs are more games, and it would have been nice if we could have brought over our already purchased (sometimes, more than once!) titles from the Wii U and 3DS eshops. How many times are we going to have to re-buy the same games, Nintendo? I'm surprised there isn't massive outrage. However, I still love my Switch, and the one fabulous Zelda game that plays great on it. Also: I had a WIFI issue for the past few days where my Switch wouldn't connect to my home wifi (as it had previously) and I scoured the internet and found that this can be fixed by fully powering off the Switch (holding in power button on top left until the system restarts.) This fixes the wifi problem. Seems like this issue would have been addressed in this system update since I see others have suffered from it, too.
Instant purchase for me since I own the Virtual Console version. Loved it then, and this is even better! Updated for the times and even better! Totally agree with the great review. Here's hoping a sequel is in the works! A+ Great value and a great game!
This game is currently on sale for like $2 in the e-shop. Purchased it earlier today and haven't put the dang thing down.. Great little puzzler, with cute retro music and graphics. I can see that the original Zelda was a huge inspiration here. I would have to agree with the review, and maybe throw in an extra point because I love this. I heard it's a short game and while I'm already 3/4 the way through, for $2, you can't go wrong here.
Friday the 13th on NES is one of my favorite old skool games! (I agree with Joel Couture!) It's a wonderful game! The music, the frenetic pace, the slayed kids, the creepy cabins and screen views. I love it! I actually beat it once, it's possible, but very very difficult! Love it! Grab it if you can at a used game store or online, and play it. I hope Nintendo will release this on 3DS e-shop soon (doubtful though with licensing issues), it would be a wonderful game to play again but portable.
Totally agree with the review, as sad as I am to say that. The demo felt like it was a cheap $5 dsiware game. When a Zelda game feels like that, it's not good! My score: 5/10. In my opinion, this is the WORST Zelda game in the entire franchise. It offers nothing new or exciting as all other Zelda games before it have.
As a huge AC:NL fan, I actually love AC:HHD for what it is. It's not a re-hash of the same game as AC:NL was, obviously, and that's a good thing. Instead, this game is all about creativity and sharing your AC creations with others. If you don't like it, don't buy it. That being said, I love this game, I'm currently playing it like crazy and I would give it a 8/10. Good review, but I would actually rate it higher. Wouldn't give it a 10 just because you can't fish and you don't have your own home to live in and create. Other than that, it's great! So give it a play first if you can (rent it) before you buy, see if it's your cup of tea. Just because something isn't the same as what it was before is no reason to hate on it. As always, if you don't like it, don't get it. Ciao!
Yay for EU! I've had this one for awhile now, but haven't picked it back up since I got stuck on a middle level. It gets very difficult about halfway through! Good luck!
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Re: Gallery: Rockstar Shares First Screenshots Of The GTA Trilogy For Nintendo Switch
Should be fun for us retro fanatics I think younger players need a good dose of GTA, too. I agree with @BaronMunchausen above. Nothing to be negative about when such a great series of games are coming to the Switch, a piece of gaming history, imho.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 6th)
I just upgraded to the new OLED Switch! So I also picked up Zelda: Skyward Sword HD and am loving it. Currently just got to the first dungeon.. lol.. Haven't played this in years, but its seriously a great game. Also recently got: Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Sonic Mania, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Cooking Mama Cookstar, Paper Mario: Origami King, Rayman Legends, a few others, and lots of e-shop games. Looks like all my weekends are set for awhile! 8)
I also just updated my profile after not doing so for years but I have a vintage gaming YouTube channel that I post videos in weekly (mostly Atari & Nintendo.) Check it out in my profile if interested.
Btw, I am loving the OLED Switch! It's a huge upgrade to the original I had initially. I had a Switch Lite before this I got in Summer 2020 and really missed playing on the big screen. (I gave my launch edition Switch to a kid who I met and was extremely poor, so I visited with his family, and I did my good deed and traded it for his Dads' PS2 plus Sega Genesis and games. He literally cried he was so happy. When I was a kid, dreaming for the day when I could afford a new NES or SNES game, because my parent's couldn't afford it, I always wished a stranger would trade me for one, and that's exactly what I did. Well, for another kid who was just like me.) 8-)
Re: Review: Gear.Club Unlimited 2 - Sluggish Controls Force This Real-World Racer Off The Track
@SwitchedOn_Games Considering this game is $5.99 right now I'd say grab it! I just did. It's still downloading but I figure I'll get at least a good $6 of gameplay out of it. It actually looks great to me (but I've got 40-something year old eyes.) -B
Re: Review: Gear.Club Unlimited 2 - Sluggish Controls Force This Real-World Racer Off The Track
@SummerPlay I just purchased it for $5.99 in the eShop. they're having a sale.. so here's hoping the loading times are fixed, but at that price I guess it's a steal. Thx
Re: Zelda: Skyward Sword On Switch Has Already Matched Its Lifetime Wii Sales
@geiseldiesel oh, definitely! I still haven’t beat the game because I’m just too busy playing so many other things. But I’m about 25% in. It’s a beautiful game, for sure, and I see much more positive about it than negative. I feel like if Zelda fans knew the BOTW follow up borrows quite a bit from this game, they would be more apt to play it. Such an underrated gem for me, kind of like Spirit Tracks that I went back and played many years ago and fell back in love with. 🙌🌟
Re: Zelda: Skyward Sword On Switch Has Already Matched Its Lifetime Wii Sales
Just picked up Skyward Sword HD for my new OLED Switch a few weeks back and it's an amazing game! I never gave it its fair shot when it was on the Wii. This is really an underrated, fantastic game.. and it seems like some elements from this game (such as flying) may make it into the new BOTW sequel. A+
Re: Review: Rayman Legends: Definitive Edition (Switch)
This game is on sale right now at Best Buy for $14.99, not a bad price. I picked it up to play on my new OLED Switch Looks like a fun game, have never played this version, but I do own the version for the Atari Jaguar!
Re: Where To Buy Nintendo Switch OLED Model
@Kynwal hahah, for sure. I had luck yesterday so hit up the gamestops and have them call a nearby store if they are out , worked for me . You can aLos change out the joy cons to a different color the old ones work too
Re: Where To Buy Nintendo Switch OLED Model
@Kynwal What I do to remedy that situation is wash my hands before using my Switch jk haha I hear ya. I just got a case for it from Best Buy since they made the new OLED Switch a millimeter longer, older accessories don't fit. (Argh.) New cases are like $20. But yes, I hear you... I do like the white color, though, it looks a little less childish and more premium. Def feels heavier in the hand and much larger than my lite!
Re: Where To Buy Nintendo Switch OLED Model
@Kynwal Update: I purchased an OLED Switch (white model) today. GameStop down the street had one more left, and I ran up to purchase it! Loving it so far. I know I seem like I'm going back on what I said, but I was afraid of supply chain issues and holiday sales (empty shelves) so I went ahead and bit the bullet, lol. So far it gets an A++!
Re: Where To Pre-Order Nintendo Switch OLED Model
Is there anywhere left to pre-order in the U.S.? What's the best advice ya'll can give for getting one on release day? Will there be any available? Asking for a friend, lol.. Thx
Re: Talking Point: The Switch Is Following Nintendo's Successful Portable Playbook
The OLED model doesn't justify the upgrade for myself and for many I know, and if Nintendo really wants to make stockholders and investors happy, as well as loyal customers (32+ year customer here) they'd innovate at a much faster pace with this console. I'm still happy with my Switch Lite I got last year! But I still play my 3DS, GameBoy Micro, GBA, Wii U, Super NES, NES and N64 about as much as I play the Switch Lite!
Re: Best Of 2020: An Ode To The 3DS, Nintendo's Workhorse Console
The 3DS was a natural successor to the DSi and the GameBoy Advance SD, and so many more before it, going back to the original GameBoy. (I owned them all, and I still play my GameBoy Micro from time to time!) I remember saving up all my money from my first job at the age of 14 to get more games for my GBA, including Minish Cap, one of my faves. While I suppose the Switch is a natural progression from the 3DS, we still don't have apps which the 3DS had and lack of customization for the Switch seems to be a step backwards for me as an OG classic gamer. The 3DS will definitely be missed! Go download your games while they're still available. Word on the street is Nintendo is slowly dropping 3DS titles in the shop. The 3DS was and still is an amazing device that I use every once in a while, probably about as much as my Switch at this point since I've moved on to 8 bit 80's gaming at this point. DEF one of the best on the OG systems! xx
Re: Editorial: Happy New Year From All Of Us At Nintendo Life
Happy New Year everyone! Make it a great year... for vintage gaming!
Re: Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics Will Also Receive A Free Version For Multiplayer
@90sRetroGaming awesome! A must buy for me. I liked the 3ds games they produced, and the old carts
Re: Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics Will Also Receive A Free Version For Multiplayer
When is this coming to America?
Re: Kemco And City Connection Apologise Over New Switch JRPG Revenge Of Justice
All I know is... City Connection is a retro, unique, amazing game from my childhood that inspired so many others. They branched out to form their own company back in the day. Check it out if you have time to broaden your horizons out of this stupid Anime BS.
Re: Nintendo Download: 23rd April (North America)
Yay. More Picross. Exactly what we needed
Re: Feature: 2010-2019 - Nintendo's Decade In Review
@kingbk agreed! While I say that, I do have a MARIO amiibo still in the box unopened lol 😂
Re: Feature: 2010-2019 - Nintendo's Decade In Review
I still think Amiibo is not worthy of mentioning here... A silly technology with little to no relevance on (most) gameplay. My highlight of the past 10 years was definitely the 3DS XL. I played on mine for the longest, and I still fire it up once in a while to play my Ambassador Games Right now, I'm obsessed with my Switch Lite and playing Zelda: links awakening and Tetris 99. Here's to another great decade of Nintendo!
Re: Nintendo Download: 30th August (North America)
Wha-? No 3DS love? What a shame, Nintendo. Abandoned the 3DS and 2DS users again, I see... This is why I now play Xbox and barely pick up my 3DS or 2DS anymore.
Re: Super Destronaut DX Brings Some Classic Arcade Action To Nintendo Switch
As a huge retro gamer, this game is AMAZING for the price. If you like Space Invaders, Galaga, Galaxian, those kinds of games.. you'll love this. A+!
Re: Review: Human Resource Machine (Switch eShop)
@Spiders That is subjective, obviously.. in my opinion, this Human Resource game is not a real game, it's junk ware, or poorly ported mobile game or PC copycat bloatware, and a real game would be something along the lines of a VC release or a new game, even an indie game, as long as its original. Again, this is entirely subjective. It would be nice to have more good games, though.
Re: Talking Point: One Month of Nintendo Switch - Early Momentum Brings Optimism
@rjejr Exactly. And thankfully I'm a Zelda fanatic, otherwise I wouldn't have bothered to pre-order.
Re: Talking Point: One Month of Nintendo Switch - Early Momentum Brings Optimism
Let's not beat around the bush.
Switch needs more games!
Just say it.
Re: Feature: One Month of Nintendo Switch - Five Improvements We Want to See
My own list of 5 Nintendo "must haves" for the Switch going forward:
1. Games. (and not junkware)
2. Games! (and a web browser)
3. Games!! (and Nintendo VC content)
4. Games!!! (and a music player)
5. Games!!!! (and apps)
Thank you
Re: A New Patch Is Available for Breath of the Wild on Switch
@MarcelRguez I agree! It's a wonderful game. Future updates and stability improvements are welcomed! This game is amazing.
Re: Feature: Thirty Years Ago, Little Mac Became a Champion in Punch-Out!!
Li'l Mac Rules! Love the original
Re: Review: Super Mario World (New 3DS / SNES)
This is my most recent (today) 3DS e-shop purchase after being totally glued to my Switch and my NES (for some reason), and man, SMW is just as fresh and awesome today as it was back when I was a kid and playing it on my Super Nintendo. Awesome game on the 3DS, and a perfect treat for new and old (ahem!) alike. 10! A+
Re: Random: Someone Turned a Dead Nintendo 64 Into a Funky Retro Switch Dock
Agreed, what a waste. Plus, it looks tacky... and the N64 had way cooler games at launch than the Switch.
Re: Review: Human Resource Machine (Switch eShop)
Can we have some REAL games for the Switch, please? This is just embarrassing. Also embarrassing is the fact you gave it a 7 out of 10. At this rate, a Sudoku clone should get a 9/10, easy.
Re: Nintendo Switch OS Version 2.1.0 is Now Live
The ONLY thing the Switch needs are more games, and it would have been nice if we could have brought over our already purchased (sometimes, more than once!) titles from the Wii U and 3DS eshops. How many times are we going to have to re-buy the same games, Nintendo? I'm surprised there isn't massive outrage. However, I still love my Switch, and the one fabulous Zelda game that plays great on it. Also: I had a WIFI issue for the past few days where my Switch wouldn't connect to my home wifi (as it had previously) and I scoured the internet and found that this can be fixed by fully powering off the Switch (holding in power button on top left until the system restarts.) This fixes the wifi problem. Seems like this issue would have been addressed in this system update since I see others have suffered from it, too.
Re: Review: Toki Tori 3D (3DS eShop)
Instant purchase for me since I own the Virtual Console version. Loved it then, and this is even better! Updated for the times and even better! Totally agree with the great review. Here's hoping a sequel is in the works! A+ Great value and a great game!
Re: Video: Nintendo Gets Literal in Its Latest Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer Commercial
Woah! Trippy stuff. This world is hopeless..
Re: Feature: Ten Wii U and 3DS Games That Are Perfect for Halloween
You forgot about Undead Storm Nightmare on e-shop. I actually downloaded it a long time ago and still play it occasionally. Very Halloweeney!
Re: Nintendo Life Weekly: Miitomo, Twilight Princess HD, Unannounced 3DS & Wii U Titles, and More
Looks terrifying.
Re: Review: Fairune (3DS eShop)
This game is currently on sale for like $2 in the e-shop. Purchased it earlier today and haven't put the dang thing down.. Great little puzzler, with cute retro music and graphics. I can see that the original Zelda was a huge inspiration here. I would have to agree with the review, and maybe throw in an extra point because I love this. I heard it's a short game and while I'm already 3/4 the way through, for $2, you can't go wrong here.
Re: Feature: Our Nintendo Gaming Plans for Halloween - Part One
Friday the 13th on NES is one of my favorite old skool games! (I agree with Joel Couture!) It's a wonderful game! The music, the frenetic pace, the slayed kids, the creepy cabins and screen views. I love it! I actually beat it once, it's possible, but very very difficult! Love it! Grab it if you can at a used game store or online, and play it. I hope Nintendo will release this on 3DS e-shop soon (doubtful though with licensing issues), it would be a wonderful game to play again but portable.
Re: Review: The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes (3DS)
Totally agree with the review, as sad as I am to say that. The demo felt like it was a cheap $5 dsiware game. When a Zelda game feels like that, it's not good! My score: 5/10. In my opinion, this is the WORST Zelda game in the entire franchise. It offers nothing new or exciting as all other Zelda games before it have.
Re: Review: Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer (3DS)
As a huge AC:NL fan, I actually love AC:HHD for what it is. It's not a re-hash of the same game as AC:NL was, obviously, and that's a good thing. Instead, this game is all about creativity and sharing your AC creations with others. If you don't like it, don't buy it. That being said, I love this game, I'm currently playing it like crazy and I would give it a 8/10. Good review, but I would actually rate it higher. Wouldn't give it a 10 just because you can't fish and you don't have your own home to live in and create. Other than that, it's great! So give it a play first if you can (rent it) before you buy, see if it's your cup of tea. Just because something isn't the same as what it was before is no reason to hate on it. As always, if you don't like it, don't get it. Ciao!
Re: Nintendo Download: 7th July (North America)
I'm gonna get me some QIX tonight.
Re: Nintendo Download: 7th July (Europe)
I love QIX! I hope we see it on NA E
e-shop soon!
Re: QIX
I want!!! In north America... ;(
Re: Arcade Bowling
suckage!! i give this 4/10
Re: Mighty Flip Champs Europe-Bound This Month!
Yay for EU! I've had this one for awhile now, but haven't picked it back up since I got stuck on a middle level. It gets very difficult about halfway through! Good luck!
Re: Nintendo Download: Pokémon, Whips, Fighters, Bowling Balls, Robots, Intersections and Demos (US)
Sounds like a great update for the DSi Shop! Can't wait for Arcade Bowling, DigiDrive and the Robot thing.
Re: Review: Art Style: INTERSECT (DSiWare)
It's been released today in America.. lets see how this one fares. Looks like it's gonna be a winner!
Re: Robot Rescue
Well, its coming today, and it's 200 points. I think it might be worth it, but we'll see...
Re: Arcade Bowling
I love bowling video games, so I will def be getting this!
Re: Review: A Little Bit of... Nintendo Touch Golf (DSiWare)
I want this in the U.S.! Any chance?