Wow, this sucks. I've played through every Borderlands couch co-op with my wife, and generally look forward to their releases because well, couch co-op tends to have gone the way of the Dinosaurs and I could always rely on the Borderlands series to have the option. This news worries me that we're going to get another Nintendo generation with heavily sacrificed ports.
Man, if scalping wasn't dastardly enough, they couldn't even donate all the unwanted meals to homeless or those in need to gain even an ounce of positive karma, scalpers truly are dreggs
I've been mostly playing Yakuza Like a Dragon this last week, I bought it day 1 a few years ago but was suffering from Yakuza fatigue as I spammed through the complete mainline series just prior and burnt myself out. Thought I'd revisit this week and omg I've caught the Yakuza/Like a Dragon bug again - hard! Was looking at trying to get Dead Souls as it's the only one I haven't played pre Like a Dragon but wowee the price has skyrocketed for that so don't think that'll be happening anytime soon!
Anywho, this weekend I will be alternating between Yakuza LaD and Bananza!
Well, I never did manage to complete Wind Waker prior to DK releasing, but I am determined to see it through! So this weekend I'm going to allow myself some time off to alternate between WW and force myself to progress past the tutorial level of DK, even though I'm having way to much fun punching through everything lol
I used to be a die hard physical enthusiast but I'm letting myself go this generation, primarily for convenience but I've also promised myself not to be just a shelf collector anymore so I've gone digital and am having an absolute blast with the opening hours of DK!
It's worrying news that all these layoffs are happening and doesn't bode well for the future of gaming, I can't help but feel that we won't see a rise in unique, fresh games and instead they're killing creativity by closing all these smaller gaming studios
My brain can not get used to the OG pro controller not having the ability to wake the console up and I hate how every day I have the same conversation with myself about purchasing the new pro controller just because of this QoL feature lol
I've played 2k to death on my Xbox and thought I'd want to buy this in a heartbeat but I've got to say the way 2k has over monetized their myfaction modes, especially in the last few months and practically missold their first DLC wave has really put a bee in my bonnet over buying another 2k game. I'm well aware that there has to be profit but when a company cares more about squeezing every last dime out of a player base instead of the game itself it becomes very apparent and is a huge turn off.
I'm not sure I have the eye for it but tbh I've not noticed any issues with the Switch 2 screen and having a larger screen size after being so used to my OG Switch is a welcome addition so I'm more than happy
I'm yet to win a knockout tour online but I'll keep trying haha, I'm having a lot of fun with MK World online but my only gripe is not being able to play with both friends and strangers at the same time
@Jslade my own personal take is that Diddy will be in the first DLC wave alongside new DK and Pauline outfits, hence why we only get x1 additional outfit for each of them at the moment unlike most other characters
I like to mix it up but I've always had a soft spot for Daisy as a playable character when given the option - we need Daisy to feature more in some mainline games!
At the moment I'm deep into Wind Waker on NSO, I never played it first time round and even though I bought the HD version for my Wii U it was towards it's end of life and never got round to playing so really enjoying playing the original on my Switch 2 now, so will be alternating that with MK World and Link's Awakening, happy gaming everyone ๐ค๐ป
This has been bothering me no end at the moment, its almost like muscle memory for me, pick up pad, press home button, press home button again, realise, walk over to console and press button. It really is the little QoL things that make all the difference lol
My plan is to get one down the line, but for now my Switch 1 pro pad is working just fine with games, my only gripe is how it doesn't turn on the switch 2 console from standby so I am already fighting the urge not to buy one for that reason alone ๐คฆ๐ปโโ๏ธ
Wasn't there an article a while back (rumouring) saying Nintendo was prepared for their biggest console launch in history and guaranteed consumers a unit day 1 if they wanted one? I'm so done with rumours at this point, this has been the most frustrating console launch for me and I've been gaming since the NES, I don't know, maybe I'm just getting too old lol
Thanks for all your answers to my question, I think it makes more sense to me now, I'm erring on the side of for the most part it's lack of effort/lazy ports which is a real shame, especially as I've been eyeing up this collection for a while despite just having picked up the Metal Gear HD collection pretty cheap for 360, I guess for now I'll stick with that instead of going portable
Genuine question as I don't know, but why do these games struggle to hit a consistent 30fps on modern consoles opposed to the 60fps on the original older hardware?
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Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - Meet The Team
@Mana_Knight so I wasn't the only one!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (6th September)
I'm currently working through Like A Dragon Gaiden and Shinobi but will also start MGS Delta tonight, happy gaming everyone ๐๐ป
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (30th August)
I'm currently playing through Like A Dragon Gaiden so think my weekend will be taken up with that and DKB, Happy gaming folks
Re: Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings Of Ruin Switch Online Game Trial Now Available (Europe)
@kid_keo if you don't mind digital it comes up pretty often in sales for pretty cheap!
Re: Borderlands 4 On Switch 2 Won't Support Split-Screen Couch Co-Op
Wow, this sucks. I've played through every Borderlands couch co-op with my wife, and generally look forward to their releases because well, couch co-op tends to have gone the way of the Dinosaurs and I could always rely on the Borderlands series to have the option. This news worries me that we're going to get another Nintendo generation with heavily sacrificed ports.
Re: McDonald's Japan Pulls Happy Meal Pokรฉmon Cards Early, And Fans Blame Scalpers
Man, if scalping wasn't dastardly enough, they couldn't even donate all the unwanted meals to homeless or those in need to gain even an ounce of positive karma, scalpers truly are dreggs
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (2nd August)
I've been mostly playing Yakuza Like a Dragon this last week, I bought it day 1 a few years ago but was suffering from Yakuza fatigue as I spammed through the complete mainline series just prior and burnt myself out. Thought I'd revisit this week and omg I've caught the Yakuza/Like a Dragon bug again - hard! Was looking at trying to get Dead Souls as it's the only one I haven't played pre Like a Dragon but wowee the price has skyrocketed for that so don't think that'll be happening anytime soon!
Anywho, this weekend I will be alternating between Yakuza LaD and Bananza!
Happy gaming everyone! ๐ช๐ป
Re: Feature: Nintendo Partner Direct Predictions - What Do You Expect To See?
I personally would love to see Metal Gear Delta, Resi 9 and I'd for sure take a Yakuza game or two ๐๐ป
Re: Rumour: SpongeBob SquarePants Is Bringing A New Game To Switch 2
Maybe we'll see it's official announcement at a certain Direct hmmm? ๐ง
Re: Julian LeFay, The 'Father Of The Elder Scrolls', Has Passed Away
Terrible news - condolences to his family and may he Rest in Sovngarde
Re: Aardman Animation's Pokรฉmon Collaboration Teased
This was my highlight of the show ๐
Re: Nintendo's Switch Online Playtest Program Returning, Includes Switch 2 Support
I didn't get in the first time round but got accepted this time ๐๐ป
Re: Video: Switch 2 Vs. Steam Deck System Face-Off, Digital Foundry Investigates
@kingbk Well said
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (19th July)
Well, I never did manage to complete Wind Waker prior to DK releasing, but I am determined to see it through! So this weekend I'm going to allow myself some time off to alternate between WW and force myself to progress past the tutorial level of DK, even though I'm having way to much fun punching through everything lol
Re: ICYMI: Here's A Look Inside Donkey Kong Bananza's Switch 2 Game Case
I used to be a die hard physical enthusiast but I'm letting myself go this generation, primarily for convenience but I've also promised myself not to be just a shelf collector anymore so I've gone digital and am having an absolute blast with the opening hours of DK!
Re: Random: It's Civil War As One Pokรฉmon Trading Card Store Robs Another
I feel like this would be suited as a side quest in Yakuza
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (12th July)
Currently playing through Windwaker on NSO - hoping to have it completed in time for Bananza!
Re: Blurred Art In Nintendo's N64 Switch Online Trailer Suggests Exciting Upcoming Additions
Praying for Conker over here ๐๐ป
Re: Romero Games Reportedly Shut Down Following Xbox Layoffs
It's worrying news that all these layoffs are happening and doesn't bode well for the future of gaming, I can't help but feel that we won't see a rise in unique, fresh games and instead they're killing creativity by closing all these smaller gaming studios
Re: Video: Which Original Switch Accessories Won't Work On Switch 2?
@dannym2091 right? Definitely making me want to upgrade
Re: Video: Which Original Switch Accessories Won't Work On Switch 2?
@Tayrailbridge I mean using the OG pro controller on the switch 2 console lol
Re: Video: Which Original Switch Accessories Won't Work On Switch 2?
My brain can not get used to the OG pro controller not having the ability to wake the console up and I hate how every day I have the same conversation with myself about purchasing the new pro controller just because of this QoL feature lol
Re: WWE 2K25 Appears To Be Teasing A Switch 2 Announcement
I've played 2k to death on my Xbox and thought I'd want to buy this in a heartbeat but I've got to say the way 2k has over monetized their myfaction modes, especially in the last few months and practically missold their first DLC wave has really put a bee in my bonnet over buying another 2k game. I'm well aware that there has to be profit but when a company cares more about squeezing every last dime out of a player base instead of the game itself it becomes very apparent and is a huge turn off.
Re: Mini Review: Locomoto (Switch) - On The Right Cosy Track, But Has A Few Train Faults
For the slightest of seconds I thought this was Spirit Track related when I opened up the home page and saw the train ๐ญ
Re: Front Mission 3: Remake Appears To Replace 2D Art Assets With Generative AI
As a career illustrator this saddens me.
Re: "One Of The Slowest Modern LCDs I've Ever Seen" - Digital Foundry's John Linneman On Switch 2's Display
I'm not sure I have the eye for it but tbh I've not noticed any issues with the Switch 2 screen and having a larger screen size after being so used to my OG Switch is a welcome addition so I'm more than happy
Re: Sega Knows You Hate Mario Kart's Blue Shells
I've never really had an issue with the Blue Shell, yeah it adds an element of stress but in a fun way! Especially against friends
Re: Poll: Have You Won Knockout Tour Online In Mario Kart World Yet?
I'm yet to win a knockout tour online but I'll keep trying haha, I'm having a lot of fun with MK World online but my only gripe is not being able to play with both friends and strangers at the same time
Re: Share How You're Using GameChat and Win LEGO Mario Kart + Mighty Bowser!
I've had an absolute blast using game chat on Mario Kart World and can't wait to use it on Splatoon 3!
Re: Video: Get A "Bird's Eye View" Of Pinball Park In Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4
@Member_the_game thanks for the heads up! ๐๐ป
Re: Talking Point: Do You Have A New Go-To Racer In Mario Kart World?
@Jslade my own personal take is that Diddy will be in the first DLC wave alongside new DK and Pauline outfits, hence why we only get x1 additional outfit for each of them at the moment unlike most other characters
Re: Talking Point: Do You Have A New Go-To Racer In Mario Kart World?
I like to mix it up but I've always had a soft spot for Daisy as a playable character when given the option - we need Daisy to feature more in some mainline games!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (21st June)
@FishyS Hope you get better soon! The DK direct got me really excited for the new game, July 17th is my target for completing Wind Waker lol
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (21st June)
At the moment I'm deep into Wind Waker on NSO, I never played it first time round and even though I bought the HD version for my Wii U it was towards it's end of life and never got round to playing so really enjoying playing the original on my Switch 2 now, so will be alternating that with MK World and Link's Awakening, happy gaming everyone ๐ค๐ป
Re: More Switch Titles Get Switch 2 Backwards Compatibility Fixes
@progx great explanation
Re: Mario Kart World Has Been Updated To Version 1.1.1, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
@Kilroy this is what I'm hoping for too, online is such a blast, it's just a shame you can't play online with friends and strangers at the same time
Re: Red Dead Redemption 2's John Marston Teases "Exciting News" This Week
Great, just when I thought my Switch 2 backlog wasn't going to be as big as my Switch 1 lol
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (14th June)
I imagine like most, I am alternating between Wind Waker on NSO and MK World ๐ช๐ป
Re: Gulikit Claims To Be The First Third Party Supporting Wake-Up Functionality On Switch 2
This has been bothering me no end at the moment, its almost like muscle memory for me, pick up pad, press home button, press home button again, realise, walk over to console and press button. It really is the little QoL things that make all the difference lol
Re: Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound Unleashes Two Physical Editions On Switch This September
Can't wait for this!
Re: Mario Kart World Players Have Found A Really Easy Way To Farm Coins
@Suketoudara seconded! Playing to unlock characters is half the fun for me!
Re: Switch 2 Pro Controller Teardown Gives Us A Good Look At The New Sticks
My plan is to get one down the line, but for now my Switch 1 pro pad is working just fine with games, my only gripe is how it doesn't turn on the switch 2 console from standby so I am already fighting the urge not to buy one for that reason alone ๐คฆ๐ปโโ๏ธ
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - Nintendo Switch 2 Special
Definitely a close one between DK and MK, I love the detail in both but I think DK just tips it for me, awesome cover art
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (29th March)
I'm currently alternating between Okami HD on Switch and MGS Peace Walker on Series X, happy gaming everyone ๐ค๐ป
Re: Switch 2 Pre-Orders Expected To Sell Out "Day One" Due To Limited Unit Allocation
Wasn't there an article a while back (rumouring) saying Nintendo was prepared for their biggest console launch in history and guaranteed consumers a unit day 1 if they wanted one? I'm so done with rumours at this point, this has been the most frustrating console launch for me and I've been gaming since the NES, I don't know, maybe I'm just getting too old lol
Re: Video: Digital Foundry's Technical Analysis Of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection 2.0 Update
Thanks for all your answers to my question, I think it makes more sense to me now, I'm erring on the side of for the most part it's lack of effort/lazy ports which is a real shame, especially as I've been eyeing up this collection for a while despite just having picked up the Metal Gear HD collection pretty cheap for 360, I guess for now I'll stick with that instead of going portable
Re: Video: Digital Foundry's Technical Analysis Of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection 2.0 Update
Genuine question as I don't know, but why do these games struggle to hit a consistent 30fps on modern consoles opposed to the 60fps on the original older hardware?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (8th March)
Okami HD, Oddworld SoulStorm and Donkey Kong on NSO for me this weekend!
Happy International Women's Day and happy gaming all! ๐ค๐ป
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (1st March)
I'll be playing through more Okami HD and alternating with Oddworld Soulstorm, happy gaming everyone ๐ค๐ป
Re: Konami Adds Incredibly Rare Slice Of GBA Ninja History To The Switch eShop
Looks like 2025 is year of the Ninja!