People have praised the game for it's story, however many have had issues (myself included) with it's motion controls and use of them. If they bought Skyward Sword to the Switch with the option to turn the motion controls of, i'll probably go for a purchase.
That was the one feature that prevented me from not completing this game, that and the calibration.
I remember getting an N64 for Christmas in 1999. With it, i had a copy of Super Mario 64 and Ocarina of Time. Now, Mario 64 was great. It had a challenge, the worlds were great (to a point). But was restricted in terms of the world to explore.
However, Ocarina of Time was something else. Here, we had a game that offered near-freedom to go where you wanted and it felt like you were going on an adventure. Took me a few days to find the Kokiri Sword (i had the shield from the store on the first day), didn't know there was anything on the other side of the tunnel. I honestly thought it was in the Lost Woods (i mean, the Master Sword was in A Link to the Past as i was told).
From clearing the Deku Tree, was onto Hyrule Field and the Castle. First time going into Hyrule Field, that's when i knew this game would be special. And it clearly was, loved every minute of the game. Took me a while to get all Golden Skulltulas, Poes and a perfect score on the Gerudo Training Grounds.
I've owned this on every Nintendo home console ever since, and i recently finished it again on the 3DS.
Ocarina of Time still tops my list of Zelda games. It wasn't my first Zelda game, that goes to Links Awakening. But this was the first Zelda game i completed.
Now, if Breath of the Wild didn't have breakable weapons then it would be topping Ocarina as the best Zelda game.
Honestly, they should have had the llibrary of past Nintendo games (well, at least 5-10 games from the NES, SNES, N64, Gameboy/Color/Advance) ready at launch. Along with voice chat/messaging direct on the Switch, and all games backed up via the Cloud.
Instead of basically the same we had for free with a NES library.
Just needs Kirby now and we're complete on the NES titles. Next, bring the SNES titles and add some new features to the Switch Online to make it more worth the £20 a year
All things have to come to an end. Bought my WiiU from an ASDA clearance sale for about £120 with a copy of Super Mario Bros U. Mostly got 1st party titles as my PS4 was used for 3rd party games i was interested in. I do 1/2 regret getting a WiiU seeing how much it didn't sell, but that issue was down to people being confused what a WiiU was (look back at the WiiU reveal event which is terrible to watch then), and you can have an idea why it didn't sell (that and too many control choices didn't help either).
Funny thing is, the WiiU Facebook page has lasted longer than the WiiU itself.
Little surprised to see that Oracle of Ages outsold Seasons, and Pokemon Crystal behind Pinball. However seeing Silver outselling Gold, hardly a surprise
It's unbelievable how much content Nintendo keeps pumping into their games post-launch. Love playing Splatoon, not as much as i'd like to play due to other games and commitments. But still, it's great fun none the less.
As much as i think the new controller is a good idea, i'm not paying £45 for Mew. Some really hardcore Nintendo and Pokemon fans will (i know a handful myself). Got the Let's Go Eevee pre-ordered for release.
As soon as i bought a Switch, my 3DS was retired. I still go back to play the odd game on it, but outside of that, i leave it be and focus on the Switch.
However, Nintendo seem to be doing it the right way. The 3DS has one heck of a library of games, perfect for the younger generation to get into the Nintendo family (plus, the 3DS is more durable than the Switch). When they are ready, move them onto the Switch.
These days, it's not viable for a gaming publication to be profitable. Especially when any news happens, it's published online and is available straight away. It's a shame these publications have to close down, but it's the times we live in. And sooner rather than later, even the newspapers will stop print.
I remember having to wait a month to get the latest gaming news from the likes of N64 and NGC magazine. As the new consoles came out, the name change of the magazine always felt like a new era.
It's good the staff are going to be relocated into other areas.
Missing the part of requiring to "check in" at least 52 times a year to make sure your online sub is active, smells like the Xbox One 2013 E3 all over again.
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Re: Nintendo Adds Three More Games To The Switch Online NES Library On 12th December
Maybe next year, add SNES/Gameboy (all iterations) games to the service as well. Would make the fee more worth paying for.
Re: Rumour: The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Is Taking To The Skies On Switch
People have praised the game for it's story, however many have had issues (myself included) with it's motion controls and use of them. If they bought Skyward Sword to the Switch with the option to turn the motion controls of, i'll probably go for a purchase.
That was the one feature that prevented me from not completing this game, that and the calibration.
Re: Feature: Remembering Zelda: Ocarina of Time, 20 Years Later
I remember getting an N64 for Christmas in 1999. With it, i had a copy of Super Mario 64 and Ocarina of Time. Now, Mario 64 was great. It had a challenge, the worlds were great (to a point). But was restricted in terms of the world to explore.
However, Ocarina of Time was something else. Here, we had a game that offered near-freedom to go where you wanted and it felt like you were going on an adventure. Took me a few days to find the Kokiri Sword (i had the shield from the store on the first day), didn't know there was anything on the other side of the tunnel. I honestly thought it was in the Lost Woods (i mean, the Master Sword was in A Link to the Past as i was told).
From clearing the Deku Tree, was onto Hyrule Field and the Castle. First time going into Hyrule Field, that's when i knew this game would be special. And it clearly was, loved every minute of the game. Took me a while to get all Golden Skulltulas, Poes and a perfect score on the Gerudo Training Grounds.
I've owned this on every Nintendo home console ever since, and i recently finished it again on the 3DS.
Ocarina of Time still tops my list of Zelda games. It wasn't my first Zelda game, that goes to Links Awakening. But this was the first Zelda game i completed.
Now, if Breath of the Wild didn't have breakable weapons then it would be topping Ocarina as the best Zelda game.
Re: Nintendo eShop Cyber Deals: Big Savings And Discounts (North America)
Not a bad selection on sale, hopefully the EU sale is similar.
Re: Super Mario Odyssey Adds Two New Outfits To Celebrate The Holiday Season
As much as i like the support for this game Nintendo are providing with new costumes, i'd love a new world or two as paid DLC.
Re: Nintendo Switch System Update 6.2.0 Is Now Available
My Switch fell over on Monday due to instability. Probably wouldn't have fallen over had this update been available at the time.
Re: Nintendo Switch Online Service Had A "Good" Launch, Focus Will Now Shift To Boosting Its Appeal
Honestly, they should have had the llibrary of past Nintendo games (well, at least 5-10 games from the NES, SNES, N64, Gameboy/Color/Advance) ready at launch. Along with voice chat/messaging direct on the Switch, and all games backed up via the Cloud.
Instead of basically the same we had for free with a NES library.
Re: Kirby Star Allies Update Introduces New Dream Friends And Adds Challenge Mode
Challenging levels you say. I'm in for them, should be fun.
Re: Nintendo Suspending Wii Video Streaming Services Early Next Year
Sounds like it's heading to the Switch, and seeing how Nintendo are the ones ending support for the Wii, it's probably happening sooner than we think.
To be fair, most online fuctionality on the Wii has ended or is due to end. So Netflix going from this system is just the norm really.
Re: Pokémon GO Caught $73 Million In The Month Of October
Still a daily player, trying to reach that all important level 40 milestone.
Re: Niantic's Rework Of Ingress Could Make Pokémon GO A Better Game
Probably will be quite easy to integrate Ingress with Go.
Re: Nintendo Adds Trio Of Games To Switch Online NES Library Next Week
Just needs Kirby now and we're complete on the NES titles. Next, bring the SNES titles and add some new features to the Switch Online to make it more worth the £20 a year
Re: Nintendo Is Closing The Official Wii U Facebook Page This Friday
All things have to come to an end. Bought my WiiU from an ASDA clearance sale for about £120 with a copy of Super Mario Bros U. Mostly got 1st party titles as my PS4 was used for 3rd party games i was interested in. I do 1/2 regret getting a WiiU seeing how much it didn't sell, but that issue was down to people being confused what a WiiU was (look back at the WiiU reveal event which is terrible to watch then), and you can have an idea why it didn't sell (that and too many control choices didn't help either).
Funny thing is, the WiiU Facebook page has lasted longer than the WiiU itself.
Re: Random: NPD Reveals Best-Selling N64 And Game Boy Color Games From The Mid To Late Nineties
@Trajan Ages was more puzzle based over Seasons, as for Silver I don't have a clear answer on that one
Re: Random: NPD Reveals Best-Selling N64 And Game Boy Color Games From The Mid To Late Nineties
Little surprised to see that Oracle of Ages outsold Seasons, and Pokemon Crystal behind Pinball. However seeing Silver outselling Gold, hardly a surprise
Re: Get Ready To Put In A Shift For Mr. Grizz On Splatoon 2's New Salmon Run Map
It's unbelievable how much content Nintendo keeps pumping into their games post-launch. Love playing Splatoon, not as much as i'd like to play due to other games and commitments. But still, it's great fun none the less.
Re: Rumour: YouTube Could Be Arriving As Soon As Next Week On Nintendo Switch
It'll be useful for me. Will be able to watch YouTube on a bigger screen at lunch in work.
Re: More Than Half Of Pokémon Let's Go Pre-Orders Have Been For The Poké Ball Plus Bundle Edition
As much as i think the new controller is a good idea, i'm not paying £45 for Mew. Some really hardcore Nintendo and Pokemon fans will (i know a handful myself). Got the Let's Go Eevee pre-ordered for release.
Re: The 3DS Is Far From Dead, Nintendo Says It's "Continuing With Efforts To Expand Sales"
As soon as i bought a Switch, my 3DS was retired. I still go back to play the odd game on it, but outside of that, i leave it be and focus on the Switch.
However, Nintendo seem to be doing it the right way. The 3DS has one heck of a library of games, perfect for the younger generation to get into the Nintendo family (plus, the 3DS is more durable than the Switch). When they are ready, move them onto the Switch.
Re: UK Gaming Magazines GamesMaster and GamesTM Set To Close Next Month
These days, it's not viable for a gaming publication to be profitable. Especially when any news happens, it's published online and is available straight away. It's a shame these publications have to close down, but it's the times we live in. And sooner rather than later, even the newspapers will stop print.
I remember having to wait a month to get the latest gaming news from the likes of N64 and NGC magazine. As the new consoles came out, the name change of the magazine always felt like a new era.
It's good the staff are going to be relocated into other areas.
Re: Your Nintendo Switch Cloud Save Files Will Be Lost If Your Online Subscription Expires
Missing the part of requiring to "check in" at least 52 times a year to make sure your online sub is active, smells like the Xbox One 2013 E3 all over again.