I am a massive fan of the franchise, but like many of you, am not liking the art style. I am buying this game day one for 2 reasons: online play and hoping Nintendo will make another entry in the series. If they decide to not make another, at least I have the Wargroove series.
I played through DE, 2, and Torna over the last couple of years, and am about to finish 3. I have X for Wii U but I think I'll play it next summer. I have been playing a LOT of Xenoblade and I think I need a little break haha
I wish Nintendo would just release Advance Wars 1+2. It was foolish of them to tie their delay to Russia/Ukraine, and nobody truly would have cared if they moved forward with the initial release, yes even despite Olaf and Blue Moon being a version of Russia.
I'm still interested in this game, but lack of crossplay for a game like this in 2022 seems crazy. I think there's a good chance this goes on sale before Christmas. I'll wait.
Really disappointed that there was nothing about Advance Wars. Nintendo have really painted themselves into a corner by linking the delay with war in Ukraine. What if the war goes on for years? Many war games will release and no one will care, while Nintendo is sitting on the most cartoony, unrealistic take on military conflict (which is one of my favorite series of all time).
On another note, super pumped for Octopath 2.
@MrHonest I will pick it up on ps5 as well. I'm sure it will look great on switch, and I'd rather own it on cartridge, but I just need to see that full HD-2D goodness in 4k.
Just finished powering through Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and Torna over the past few weeks, so really excited to start 3! I'm going to take my time with this one.
And as always, some Virtua Fighter 5: Final Showdown matches here and there.
I love my Arcade1up. I got a Final Fight cab a few years ago and changed the control deck and put a raspberry pi with about 100 of my favorite arcade, NES, and SNES games. Really fun project.
@Snatcher I just finished 2, and while I was not a fan of the art direction and sexualization of some of the characters, I really came to like the battle system and enjoyed the story and it's connection to 1. I do not regret playing it before I start 3.
@Sam_ATLUS Did you get to play through X as well? What did you think? I beat 1 and 2 and am now trying to beat Torna before starting 3, although I did pick up a copy of 3.
I want to say Xenoblade Chronicles 3 (I picked it up), but really I am still playing XC2: Torna. I finished 2 a few days ago and won't move on until I beat Torna.
@Chris77 I beat the first game last year and it definitely took me a good while to get into it, but in the end it was worth a playthrough. Playing 2 now and experiencing the same thing as far as getting into it.
Wow, really glad they are not shutting down Splinter Cell: Blacklist multiplayer on 360. The spies vs. mercs gameplay is so much fun. I hope it make a comeback someday!
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Re: New Advance Wars Switch Overview Trailer Introduces The Basics Of Battle
I am a massive fan of the franchise, but like many of you, am not liking the art style. I am buying this game day one for 2 reasons: online play and hoping Nintendo will make another entry in the series. If they decide to not make another, at least I have the Wargroove series.
Re: Talking Point: What's The Best Year In Gaming?
Whatever year I used to lug my tv and xbox to my friend's basement and we would stay up all night playing Halo and Splinter Cell LAN parties.
Re: UK Charts: Metroid Prime Remastered Continues To Sell Well In A Week Of Mario Discounts
Finally was able to find one at a local Walmart here in the US
Re: Exclusive: Wargroove 2 Brings Strategy To The Shores On Switch Later This Year
@Rosona Agree 100%. This always bothered me
Re: Exclusive: Wargroove 2 Brings Strategy To The Shores On Switch Later This Year
Yes!!! A friend and I still play online matches regularly to this day.
Re: Splatoon 3: Fresh Season 2023 - Every New Weapon, Stage, And Feature
@Snatcher yes past catalog items show up in the regular shop and Splatnet shop on the app as well.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 11th)
Splatoon 3 splatfest for me!
Re: Nintendo Direct Confirmed For Tomorrow
Advance Wars ASAP please!!
Re: Splatoon 3 Splashes With Over 10 Million Sales In Three Months
That's awesome! It really is a fantastic game. I still play online matches daily.
Re: Nintendo Improves Switch eShop's Search Function With Small QoL Update
I just want the eShop to run fast and stable
Re: Random: Masahiro Sakurai Says He Prefers To Buy Video Games Digitally
While I love physical, another pro of digital is not having to switch out cartridges/discs.
Re: Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Collection Launches On Switch Spring 2023
As much as I would love to have the collection on cartridge, I can't justify paying $75US.
Re: Ys X: Nordics Announced For Nintendo Switch, Launching In 2023
Looking forward to Oath in Felgana on Switch and X on PS5! Keep them coming, Falcom!
Re: Classic Text-Based Adventure 'Colossal Cave' Is Getting A 3D Revival In January
As a huge King's Quest and Sierra fan, I will definitely give this game a shot. So cool to see Ken and Roberta Williams still making games!
Re: Round Up: Everything Announced At The Game Awards 2022 - Every Game Reveal And Trailer
Super pumped for Hades II ! The first was a 10 out of 10 game for me.
Re: Video: 11 Exciting New Games Coming to Nintendo Switch In December
I'm really excited for DQ Treasures!
Re: Soapbox: Xenoblade Chronicles X's Influence Is Bigger Than You Think
I played through DE, 2, and Torna over the last couple of years, and am about to finish 3. I have X for Wii U but I think I'll play it next summer. I have been playing a LOT of Xenoblade and I think I need a little break haha
Re: Feature: Missing In Action - What Happened To These Switch Games?
I wish Nintendo would just release Advance Wars 1+2. It was foolish of them to tie their delay to Russia/Ukraine, and nobody truly would have cared if they moved forward with the initial release, yes even despite Olaf and Blue Moon being a version of Russia.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 12th)
Still plugging away at Xenoblade Chronicles 3. I am 80 hours in and really enjoying it.
Re: Review: Dragon Ball: The Breakers - Dares To Be Different From Other Dragon Balls
I'm still interested in this game, but lack of crossplay for a game like this in 2022 seems crazy. I think there's a good chance this goes on sale before Christmas. I'll wait.
Re: Dragon Quest Treasures Overview Trailer Showcases Impressive Scope
I am a huge fan of DQ XI, but wasn't really into this until I saw this trailer. Now it's a day 1 purchase for me.
Re: Video: Square Enix Shares 20 Minutes Of Octopath Traveler II Gameplay Footage
Man this looks so good! I absolutely loved the original and can't wait to play this.
Re: Talking Point: What Did You Think Of The Latest Nintendo Direct?
Really excited for Octopath 2, but very disappointed to hear nothing about Advance Wars.
Re: Round Up: Everything Announced In The September 2022 Nintendo Direct - Every Game Reveal And Trailer
Really disappointed that there was nothing about Advance Wars. Nintendo have really painted themselves into a corner by linking the delay with war in Ukraine. What if the war goes on for years? Many war games will release and no one will care, while Nintendo is sitting on the most cartoony, unrealistic take on military conflict (which is one of my favorite series of all time).
On another note, super pumped for Octopath 2.
Re: Octopath Traveler 2 Journeys Onto Nintendo Switch February 2023
@MrHonest I will pick it up on ps5 as well. I'm sure it will look great on switch, and I'd rather own it on cartridge, but I just need to see that full HD-2D goodness in 4k.
Re: Video: Masahiro Sakurai Breaks Down 'Risk And Reward' In Games
I was happy to see him feature one of my favorites, Virtua Fighter 5: Ultimate Showdown, in the video.
Re: Random: Masahiro Sakurai Updated His Awesome Gaming Setup, Here's A Look
Am I the only one who never realized you could set up a Switch dock like that?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 6th)
Just finished powering through Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and Torna over the past few weeks, so really excited to start 3! I'm going to take my time with this one.
And as always, some Virtua Fighter 5: Final Showdown matches here and there.
Re: Best Switch Games... That Don't Fit In Other Lists Of Best Switch Games
Katamari Damacy is in my all-time top 5. If you have never played it, it goes on sale down to $7 US. Give it a try!
Re: GAME's 'Home Arcade' Range Lets You Build The Arcade Of Your Dreams
I love my Arcade1up. I got a Final Fight cab a few years ago and changed the control deck and put a raspberry pi with about 100 of my favorite arcade, NES, and SNES games. Really fun project.
Re: Nintendo Reconfirms Release Windows For Major Upcoming Switch Games
Glad to see Advance Wars still on the list at least.
Re: Random: Xenoblade Chronicles' Shulk Cutscene Was Originally 'A Little Creepy'
@Snatcher I just finished 2, and while I was not a fan of the art direction and sexualization of some of the characters, I really came to like the battle system and enjoyed the story and it's connection to 1. I do not regret playing it before I start 3.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 30th)
@Sam_ATLUS Did you get to play through X as well? What did you think?
I beat 1 and 2 and am now trying to beat Torna before starting 3, although I did pick up a copy of 3.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 30th)
I want to say Xenoblade Chronicles 3 (I picked it up), but really I am still playing XC2: Torna. I finished 2 a few days ago and won't move on until I beat Torna.
Re: Say Hello To Time Extension, The Newest Member Of Our Network
This is right up my alley! Looking forward to digging in!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 23rd)
In the 2nd to last chapter of Xenoblade Chronicles 2, just in time for 3 next weekend. I was hoping to squeeze Torna in as well, but we'll see.
Re: Soapbox: Correcting A Horrifying 15-Year Mistake By Finally Playing Elite Beat Agents
Great game! I love the level with "September" by Earth, Wind and Fire.
Re: Best Switch Games For Short Play Sessions
Splatoon 2 and Rocket League are definitely my go-to games for a quick session.
Re: Back Page: Making The Perfect Nintendo Frankenconsole
A switch with stereoscopic 3d would be amazing for me
Re: Sega Is Teasing A New Game, Reveal Happening Soon
Virtua Fighter 6 would be incredible
Re: Witness Hilarious Body Physics In 'Pro Gymnast Simulator', Out This Month
Trials: Gymnastics
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 28th)
Playing through Xenoblade Chronicles 2 in advance of 3 coming out. It took me a while to get into it, but now, I'm really feeling it!
Re: Capcom Releasing "Multiple Major New Titles" By March 31, 2023
Already preordered Capcom Fighting Collection. Looking forward to many online matches this summer!
Re: Live A Live Switch Remake Took "Three Years" To Make, Says Original Director
Looking forward to picking this up day 1. Loved Octopath and this is right up my alley.
Re: Video: Nintendo Shares New Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Footage
@Chris77 I beat the first game last year and it definitely took me a good while to get into it, but in the end it was worth a playthrough. Playing 2 now and experiencing the same thing as far as getting into it.
Re: Ubisoft Shuts Down Online Functionality For A Bunch Of Older Games
Wow, really glad they are not shutting down Splinter Cell: Blacklist multiplayer on 360. The spies vs. mercs gameplay is so much fun. I hope it make a comeback someday!
Re: Feature: Will These 10 Classic JRPGs Ever Come To Switch?
I would love to see Xenogears and Skies of Arcadia come to the Switch, since there is no easy way to play either of them, outside of emulation.
Re: New Trailer For Capcom Fighting Collection Released, Switch eShop Pre-Orders Go Live
Pre-ordered a physical copy last night. Really looking forward to playing all the games in this collection. Just in time for summer!
Re: Video: 12 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In April 2022
13 Sentinels and Chrono Cross look great, wish we were still getting Advance Wars this month though...
Re: Windjammers But With Guns? Introducing Cyberpunk Sports Title 'Hyper Gunsport'
Cool idea, but not at all like Windjammers imo