Well, I guess they wanted to give people an incentive to actually buy the physical version. Kind of moot for me, but good for those who care. Let's just hope the game turns out well.
That's certainly a way to characterize DF's overall conclusion of this video game because it wasn't what the headline suggests. But hey, I'm the idiot for clicking on obvious clickbait.
I've played more Mario Kart World with my family than I did 8 and I'm glad for it. Tbh, I feel like my kids will have similar memories (when they're adults) I do about Mario Kart 64, which is really cool.
I don't know if that would have happened with DKB launching at the same time as Mario Kart World.
@roboshort right and Iwata was a programmer, so maybe there is a connection between actually working on whatever it is you sell and being a genuine CEO exists? Either way, they both share(d?) that.
@JCLKaytwo I spoke for myself on my original reply to the article. I responded to your reply by giving you the basis for my opinion. You can insert all the commentary you want, but those are facts. Where did I say that everyone must feel like I do?
@JCLKaytwo do you interact with sculptures and films the same way you do a video game?
Edit: and in any case, I generally agree that it is an art form but people often use that as a means of taking themselves far too seriously. I.e., it's pretentious.
I always felt classifying video games as art seems slightly pretentious, even if there is merit to the arguments proponents of referring to them as art make.
I broke down and pre-ordered DK Bananza. Paid $55 for it with some slight wizardry. It comes out the day after my wife turns "20," so that will be a busy week!
So he's free if you own the NS2 version with DLC or...?
Honestly, I'll probably wait until they release every character before buying it because I'm sure it will go on discount at some point before then. Even on NS2.
Yes, that is an unfair discrepancy when their employees already likely work (and yes, actually work) for more than 40 hours per week without overtime pay.
Wild how they are giving free upgrades to everyone BUT Nintendo users. I don't blame Nintendo when this exact company will offer a free upgrade for an upcoming game, Shadow Labyrinth.
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Re: Sonic Racing: Crossworlds On Switch 2 Will Feature The Full Base Game On Cartridge
Well, I guess they wanted to give people an incentive to actually buy the physical version. Kind of moot for me, but good for those who care. Let's just hope the game turns out well.
Re: "Somewhat Mixed" - Digital Foundry Delivers Its Technical Analysis Of Donkey Kong Bananza
That's certainly a way to characterize DF's overall conclusion of this video game because it wasn't what the headline suggests. But hey, I'm the idiot for clicking on obvious clickbait.
Re: Opinion: Honestly, I'm So Glad We Had To Wait For Donkey Kong Bananza
I've played more Mario Kart World with my family than I did 8 and I'm glad for it. Tbh, I feel like my kids will have similar memories (when they're adults) I do about Mario Kart 64, which is really cool.
I don't know if that would have happened with DKB launching at the same time as Mario Kart World.
Re: Square Enix Rules Out Switch 2 "Upgrade Path" For Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake
I already wait for sales on SE games before buying, so this will be no different.
Re: Rumour: A Nintendo Direct Is Set To Take Place Later This Month, It's Claimed
I'm constantly reminded of Plainrock124 whenever I read Nintendo Direct rumors.
Re: Donkey Kong Bananza Gets Short Clip Celebrating Three Days Until Launch
That was a goofy clip on the app. This will be an awesome game!
Re: Donkey Kong Bananza Director Acknowledges Performance Drops: "We Prioritized Fun And Playability"
And in 8 years when we play this (again) on Switch 3 it will be even more fun in 8k. Well, maybe not "more" fun, but smoother.
Jokes aside, I'm sure the drops aren't going to hinder my enjoyment because I'm not hyper focused on frames.
Re: Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack Announced For Switch 2 And Switch
@Noelemahc Yakuza was supposedly not for Nintendo consoles and that's back...
Re: Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack Announced For Switch 2 And Switch
Nice, I was wondering when something like this would come out and for Switch 2.
Related note: How is Tekken not coming to Switch 2?
Re: Anniversary: 10 Years After His Passing, Satoru Iwata's Thoughts Are More Relevant Than Ever
@roboshort right and Iwata was a programmer, so maybe there is a connection between actually working on whatever it is you sell and being a genuine CEO exists? Either way, they both share(d?) that.
Re: Anniversary: 10 Years After His Passing, Satoru Iwata's Thoughts Are More Relevant Than Ever
@kal_el_07241 tbf, he seems like it from the few times I've heard him in interviews.
Re: Donkey Kong Bananza, Like Mario Kart World, Was Initially Planned For Switch 1
@Nintoz the demo I played at Target looked great, fwiw.
Re: Anniversary: 10 Years After His Passing, Satoru Iwata's Thoughts Are More Relevant Than Ever
It's a little surprising the NVIDIA CEO's comments seem so genuine. Corporate types are usually the least genuine people on the planet.
Also, of course I miss Iwata. He also seemed like a really cool guy who actually enjoyed playing video games.
Re: DK Bananza Devs "Needed To Know More About Donkey Kong," So They Went To Miyamoto
It's always fun to see these making of's.
Re: Donkey Kong Bananza, Like Mario Kart World, Was Initially Planned For Switch 1
Nintendo has done this on previous consoles so...meh.
Re: Nintendo Will Discontinue Switch Game Vouchers Entirely In 2026
Well, that's no good.
Re: Miyamoto Views Games As 'Products', Not 'Works Of Art', Says Ex-Nintendo Dev
@JCLKaytwo okay, cool. So you didn't actually read my response, as expected.
Have a good one.
Re: Miyamoto Views Games As 'Products', Not 'Works Of Art', Says Ex-Nintendo Dev
@JCLKaytwo I spoke for myself on my original reply to the article. I responded to your reply by giving you the basis for my opinion. You can insert all the commentary you want, but those are facts. Where did I say that everyone must feel like I do?
Re: Miyamoto Views Games As 'Products', Not 'Works Of Art', Says Ex-Nintendo Dev
@JCLKaytwo yeah, "we" do know who's pretentious. It's you.
Re: Miyamoto Views Games As 'Products', Not 'Works Of Art', Says Ex-Nintendo Dev
@JCLKaytwo do you interact with sculptures and films the same way you do a video game?
Edit: and in any case, I generally agree that it is an art form but people often use that as a means of taking themselves far too seriously. I.e., it's pretentious.
Re: Miyamoto Views Games As 'Products', Not 'Works Of Art', Says Ex-Nintendo Dev
I always felt classifying video games as art seems slightly pretentious, even if there is merit to the arguments proponents of referring to them as art make.
Re: Review: System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster (Switch) - The Best Way To Play BioShock's Spiritual Predecessor
Switch 2 update, when?
Re: Round Up: The First Reviews Are In For Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4
Good to hear there are Switch 2 review copies. Bad to hear that the game crashes.
Re: Mega Man Is One Of Capcom's "Most Important IPs" Despite No New Games In 7+ Years
Maybe Mega Man Legends 3 is coming to Switch 2 and that's what Capcom has been working on this whole time.
Lol
Re: Nintendo Highlights Multiple Switch 2 And Switch Games Launching In July 2025
I broke down and pre-ordered DK Bananza. Paid $55 for it with some slight wizardry. It comes out the day after my wife turns "20," so that will be a busy week!
Re: Review: Croc: Legend Of The Gobbos (Switch) - A Solid, If Unspectacular Retro Adventure
I still want a 3D Yoshi.
Re: After Croc, Argonaut Games Wants To Remaster This N64 Cult Classic
Sign me up, Buck!
Re: Preview: Donkey Kong Bananza - DK's Getting His Own Odyssey, And It's A Helluva Trip
Welp, time to pre-order.
Re: Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Release Date Could Be Revealed Soon, As Switch 2 Rating Spotted
The people want Elden Ring on Switch 2. And when I say "the people," I mean me.
Re: Disney Speedstorm Is Getting A Free Switch 2 Upgrade
I love how this still has the 6 FPS typo. Lol
Re: Bandai Namco's Summer Showcase Promises Plenty Of Switch News Later This Week
Let's hope a certain massive game coming to NS2 tarnishes the showcase. In this instance, that's a plus. Also, Tales of Arise Switch 2 port, when?
Re: Best Nintendo Switch 2 Gaming Headsets
The timing on this couldn't be better because I was messing around with a headset and it was fine but I want wireless. Thanks!
Re: Video: Digital Foundry Tests Out Switch 2's Free Switch Game Upgrades
Super Mario Odyssey surprised me with how nice it looks and Splatoon 3 also looks great.
Echoes of Wisdom is also vastly improved. Kind of makes me wish I hadn't beaten it when it came out, tbh.
Re: Dave The Diver Is Getting A Free Switch 2 Upgrade "Soon", Says Mintrocket
I really wish more companies would start telling people upgrades were coming in advance, like this. Now I'll grab this on a sale for sure.
Re: Street Fighter 6's First Season 3 Character Arrives This August
@Gamer83 well, that makes waiting easier.
Re: Nintendo's President Apologises For Not Being Able To Meet Switch 2 Demand
Tbh, they've done a good job with keeping restocks.
Re: Nintendo's President Apologises For Not Being Able To Meet Switch 2 Demand
@Truegamer79 eh, GCN wasn't that hard to find but that was ages ago.
Re: Street Fighter 6's First Season 3 Character Arrives This August
So he's free if you own the NS2 version with DLC or...?
Honestly, I'll probably wait until they release every character before buying it because I'm sure it will go on discount at some point before then. Even on NS2.
Re: 97 Games You Should Pick Up In Nintendo's Switch eShop Summer Sale (North America)
I picked up Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 and it's bringing back a lot of memories. I loved those games in middle school when they were new.
Re: EA Worker Pay Continues To Dwindle As CEO Picks Up $5 Million Bonus, Thus Creating Amusingly Tall Financial Graph
Yes, that is an unfair discrepancy when their employees already likely work (and yes, actually work) for more than 40 hours per week without overtime pay.
Re: Fans Reckon Nintendo Has "Killed" Mario Kart World With Its Latest Update
@Mattock1987 "Those ‘fans’ are drama queens. It’s really not a big deal."
Feels like being a drama queen is more or less obligatory for being a 'fan' of anything on the internet.
Re: Japanese Charts: Mario Kart World Speeds Past 1 Million Physical Sales
@SuperBro64 eh, I've been loving it regardless. There will always be controversy in life. Enjoy what you like and don't pay attention to the noise.
Re: Feature: Every Switch 2 Launch Game, Ranked
I've been considering buying Fantasy Life and this makes me want it more.
However, play MKW multi-player as much as possible. It's excellent, that way. I'm creating a ton of memories with my kids and it's been great!!!
Re: Fans Reckon Nintendo Has "Killed" Mario Kart World With Its Latest Update
In other news, I finally 3-starred acorn cup on 150cc last night. It was not as easy for me as I expected. This new MK is hard for us old timers. Lol
Re: Donkey Kong & Pauline Amiibo Is Now Up For Pre-Order From Nintendo (UK)
I really wish these weren't so absurdly priced in the U.S.
Re: Review: Ruffy And The Riverside (Switch) - An Inventive Platformer That's More Than Copy-Paste
Well, that's pretty cool.
Re: Little Nightmares 3 And Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition Announced For Switch 2
Wild how they are giving free upgrades to everyone BUT Nintendo users. I don't blame Nintendo when this exact company will offer a free upgrade for an upcoming game, Shadow Labyrinth.
Re: Nintendo Confirms The Release Date For Drag X Drive On Switch 2
@AussieMcBucket same here. You don't have digital only for Steam Deck! It's all physical games!
Re: Nintendo Confirms The Release Date For Drag X Drive On Switch 2
@KoopaTheGamer US wasn't showing when I posted, but I'll look. Seems too high for me.
Re: Nintendo Confirms The Release Date For Drag X Drive On Switch 2
Game Stop listed the price at $7.99. Might be worth a look at that price.
Edit: nope, $20 U.S.
I'm good...