JohnnyMind

JohnnyMind

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Re: Nintendo Confirms Switch 2 Revision For Europe

JohnnyMind

I'm waiting to see how it actually ends up being and so the potential tradeoffs like the ones already mentioned here before judging it and maybe even considering getting it myself at some point - that said, the more options (while this should technically be the only model in Europe going forward most certainly people will still be able to find find the older models in some way or the other) the better!

Re: Crystal Dynamics Comments On Its Use Of AI In Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis

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At this point I'm glad the majority, me included, will most likely get this and other games regardless because these "boycotts" etc. more than AI are hurting the human developers still mostly involved in creating games, images etc. (and even exclusively, let's not forget all the witch hunts against creators who actually aren't using AI at all, here's an example and this is just the tip of the iceberg) - personally, I'd rather go against AI usage that genuinely negatively affects creators first and foremost and their creations instead of hurting them myself just for the sake of a crusade against AI as a whole...

Re: Rumour: A Nintendo Direct Might Come Our Way As Soon As Next Week

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As already mentioned also by people in the forums, it would make sense even without considering the potential leaks (although now that NatetheHate also mentioned that it's more likely than not as he's practically always right when it comes to Directs unlike games) as this week Summer Game Fest and after the next week there are various things that could divert people's attention and at the very end of the month Star Fox - looking forward to the Direct whenever it happens, but most likely next week!

Re: Hands On: Rayman Legends Retold - Somehow, Legends Returned, But...Why?

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@Itsashame "[T]he original Legends being way more recent than the original Star Fox 64" (and so of course its graphics as well) - anyway, in addition to the abovementioned there are also all the marketing advantages of a new release like being presented at showcases as has just happened, being in latest games section of stores etc. while being less risky than a completely new game... and again, even if I didn't care about such remakes myself I'd still be happy for those who'll play these games if not series for the first time thanks to all that other than hopefully these being just the starting points to eventually get completely new titles, too!

Re: Hands On: Rayman Legends Retold - Somehow, Legends Returned, But...Why?

JohnnyMind

@Itsashame ... I've practically already mentioned that myself, what's comparable is the intention of introducing the franchise to more people and doing so by remaking the most notable game in these series while there are those differences (although not only opinions on visuals can differ and I've already seen several here on Nintendo Life preferring the new version even when it comes to Rayman, but also these remakes will have additional contents and/or QoL features etc. as reasons for people to get them instead of the originals) - regardless, I really hope both will succeed at that and so these series will finally make proper comebacks!

Re: Mina The Hollower Sold 300,000 Copies In Its First Three Days

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Love to hear it, fingers crossed it keeps on selling and so Yacht Club Games will be in an even better spot (glad we're already beyond the "really, really great" stage based on the current sales and that quote) - personally, I've supported Mina on Kickstarter and I'm so looking forward to playing it as soon as I can!

Re: Kirby Air Riders For Switch 2 Has Received A Small Update Today

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As much as I wouldn't have said no to additional contents through DLC, Air Riders has been chock-full of things to do from the start (and if it got DLC then people would've claimed they cut stuff from the base game, damned if you do and damned if you don't)...
Leaving that aside, glad these amiibo are now supported and getting them myself when I can - in general looking forward to eventually playing more Air Riders on my own and for my channel!

Re: Hands On: Rayman Legends Retold - Somehow, Legends Returned, But...Why?

JohnnyMind

It's similar to the Star Fox situation in that they're trying to introduce Rayman to more people and so it makes sense to start with Legends for the reasons Gougnon mentioned, but there are some difference that make it weirder (the original Legends being way more recent than the original Star Fox 64 and its availability on all contemporary platforms while the previous remake of 64 is stuck on 3DS) - regardless, personally I absolutely welcome it and even more so considering its additions... and also since I haven't properly played Legends yet and again, as abovementioned this is first and foremost for those who haven't played the game or even any Rayman games before, if I weren't on board myself I'd still be happy for them and also what this could mean for Rayman's future!

Re: Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis Jumps Onto Switch 2 Next Year

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So glad this is now confirmed also for Switch 2 and even more so since it should be a day-and-date release - definitely interested in it myself (we'll see if I'll able to play other Tomb Raider games before this one comes out or if it will, funnily enough considering it's a reimagining of the very first game in the series, end up being my first one)!

Re: Round Up: The First Previews Are In For Star Fox On Switch 2

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Again, the "something more new and exciting" should eventually happen, but only after introducing Star Fox to more people first in the Mario movie and then as a videogame (by the way, here are the sales of the series so far) and I'd say there's no better way to do so with a remake of 64 that has improved visuals, controls, extras etc. - anyway, glad most mentioned here enjoyed what they've played of this, looking forward to doing so myself as soon as my copy arrives!

Re: Preview: Star Fox (2026) - Just A Remake, But What A Remake

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Didn't expect a preview already, nice - most likely the main purpose of this remake is exactly introducing new players (even more so after Fox's inclusion in the Mario movie) to Star Fox and 64 is definitely the best starting point although of course with improved visuals, controls and even some additions - seems like it's mission accomplished, not just complete, based on this although of course we'll see when we get closer the full release... and fingers crossed that will be the case for the sake of this very game and hopefully completely new ones in the future, too!

Re: Review: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Switch 2) - Some Rough Edges, But Still A Great Game

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Thanks for the review, most certainly I won't particularly mind the technical downsides (that's usually the case for me in general and even more so when it comes to such a game in particular) while practically everything else mentioned absolutely appeals to me - so glad they ported it to Switch 2 and so I'll be able to play it myself... after finishing Remake, haven't started that yet but I'll do so as soon as I can considering not only Rebirth, but also the third game which seems to be coming sooner rather than later!

Re: Mouse: P.I. For Hire Is Getting Performance And Optimisation Improvements On Switch 2

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Glad they're further improving this game in general and also specifically on Switch 2, while not a dealbreaker for me it would be great if they added gyro - even more so if that ends up being included there, fingers crossed they'll release the second, larger patch in time for the physical release (regardless, I've already preordered that and I'm looking forward to playing this game when I can)!

Re: UK Charts: 007 First Light Leaves The Competition Shaken

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Love to see First Light debuting on top!
Also personally happy for Lego Batman in 2nd, Requiem in 3rd, Pokopia in 5th, Yoshi in 6th, World in 7th, Forza Horizon in 10th, Legends Z-A in 12th, Pragmata in 15th, the Galaxy bundle in 16th, Wonder in 17th, Red Dead Redemption back to the charts in 18th (most certainly thanks to a sale on PS5, but glad to see the Switch 2 percentage), Bananza in 19th, 8 Deluxe in 20th, Jamboree in 21st etc.!

Re: Minecraft Switch 2 Rating Pops Up Online

JohnnyMind

Guess they're keeping the announcement for the June Direct then - regardless, glad Minecraft is finally getting a Switch 2 version for those interested in it (me included if I end up giving it a try myself at some point)!

Re: Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games & Accessories For June & July 2026

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Preordered from Italian Amazon all the highlighted games, Mouse P.I., Digimon Time Stranger (in addition from Japanese Amazon I've preordered Inazuma Eleven and Goemon) and getting a digital copy of The Witch's Bakery as I've supported it on Kickstarter - again, pretty busy months when it comes to new releases and I'd say I couldn't be happier... but of course most likely there will be a Direct as well, after that then I'll actually say that!

Re: Video: 11 Exciting New Games Coming To Switch 1 & 2 In June 2026

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Preordered physically Rebirth, Elliot and Star Fox (along with other games not mentioned here like the physical of Inazuma Eleven etc.), will eventually get Denshattack for sure, most likely The Grand Master 4, maybe something else from this list - anyway, June will be another busy month when it comes to new releases and I couldn't be happier... and as already mentioned here hopefully we'll get a Direct, too!

Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl: WarioWare, Inc: Mega Party Game$!

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North America for me as it shows not just Wario, but also the other WarioWare characters and that's even more important considering that each one of them hosts a multiplayer game which are the peculiarity of this version other than the usual single-player stages and are playable there - all the other covers tell instead of showing aspects about this game...
Speaking of, on the Japanese one it says 最多最短最速 - アツマレ!!メイドインワリオ Saita Saitan Saisoku Atsumare!! Made in Wario "Most, Shortest, Fastest - Gather!! Made in Wario" (Made in Wario is the Japanese name of WarioWare while Atsumare of this one in particular and there are also other writings, but the remaining big one is simply あつまれ!! atsumare!! again, just in hiragana)!

Re: Bubsy 4D Update Coming Soon To Switch 1 & 2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes

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Haven't checked out all the patch notes here, but the first ones are funny in my opinion (in more ways than one, certainly didn't expect "[e]nsuring Bubsy's bowel movements are consistent" and "[e]ducating Bubsy that even bobcats need to obey the laws of physics") - anyway, glad they're further improving this game, looking forward to getting and then eventually playing it myself!

Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (30th May)

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@eldersnake Thank you, luckily it's not too bad for now (hopefully I'll be able to play CrossWorlds on stream tomorrow, especially to take part in the Puyo Puyo Festival), but that's exactly why I'd rather not risk making it worse by going out - ha ha yeah, while I'll still stick to my gaming schedule I'll definitely play even just slightly more Yoshi and Bananza today considering that!