Understandable for games designed for a true console experience, but they could at least try to squeeze on the Switch their mobile games like everyone else is doing.
Well, Nintendo just lost Dragon Quest to Sony/PC then, with the 3DS version missing the western release (a real shame!) and the Switch version sales potential basically killed before the game was even shown. The worst part is that Dragon Quest XI is probably the biggest 3rd party game announced for the Switch so far, that doesn't bode well.
A new Monster Hunter exclusively for Switch at this point would mean going backwards for Capcom. With the great reception World is getting, there is no way that the next MH is not going to end up in PS4/Xbone/PC, and since World already set the bar high any improvement on it would be too much for the Switch to handle. On the other hand, spinoffs like Monster Hunter Stories should be possible.
As a Wii U owner, Kirby will be my third Switch game, there is nothing else to look forward to if I don't want to double dip on games I already played.
@Tsurii It might not be as bad as it seems, I believe that NPD ranks the games by the amount of $ they made instead of units sold, so the fact that it's being sold at a lower price plays against Echoes in the rankings.
Well, considering that I'm waiting for a smaller version without a dock or joy-cons to buy one, I'll have to take EA's and Bethesda's side on this one: for me it's a portable, albeit a rather unconfortable one.
While I don't mind the existence of Wii U ports I don't plan to buy them either, so Pokken Tournament being the only announcement for Switch is a bit dissappointing.
About the Ultra versions of Sun/Moon, if they're similar to White/Black 2 then I can see myself buying a copy, 3DS is my favourite handheld and I'm always happy to see new games for it.
I don't own the system yet, but ARMS is the first Switch game I'm interested in. Come 2018 with Splatoon 2, Mario Odyssey, Fire Emblem and hopefully Shin Megami Tensei for Switch already on the stores, I'll buy the console.
I have a Wii U, the only one I haven't played is Fatal Frame 'cause it didn't get a physical release in America, that's the only one I'd pick for Switch if I can have it on a cartridge.
When a game made by Compile Heart sells nearly as much as a game with Mario in it, it should be clear that somehow, somewhere, Nintendo Nibelsnarfed up.
I was far more interested in this game than in Xenoblade, and I'm pretty pissed off now that it's impossible to find anywhere. Leaving indie games aside, digital is not and option for me when big publishers are involved, same reasoning applies to Fatal Frame V, I won't pay more than $ 1.99 for them in that format.
@Marshi Not really, I've a Wii U and JRPGs are my favorite genre, but I just can't stand Xenoblade combat system due to the auto-attacks. There is a reason why the game also sold poorly in Japan, it's an JRPG that is niche even among JRPG fans.
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Re: Poll: The Famicom Detective Club Games Are Out Today On Switch, Are You Getting Them?
No, I want a physical version. I'm not paying more than $ 20 for digital games.
Re: Video: 19 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In May
Shantae and the Seven Sirens supposedly releases on May 28th, that and The Wonderful 101 (PS4) are the ones I'll buy.
Re: EA Says Madden 19 Isn't Coming To Switch Because It's "What's Best" For The Game
Understandable for games designed for a true console experience, but they could at least try to squeeze on the Switch their mobile games like everyone else is doing.
Re: PlatinumGames Wants The Wonderful 101 On Switch
Already have it on Wii U and I don't give a [removed] about the Switch, but I'd buy it again in a heartbeat just to support it, awesome game.
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Re: Dragon Quest XI On Switch Will Arrive "Much Later" Than Other Versions
Well, Nintendo just lost Dragon Quest to Sony/PC then, with the 3DS version missing the western release (a real shame!) and the Switch version sales potential basically killed before the game was even shown. The worst part is that Dragon Quest XI is probably the biggest 3rd party game announced for the Switch so far, that doesn't bode well.
Re: Talking Point: What Games Are You Playing This Weekend
Stella Glow on the great, old 3DS is my choice for this week.
Re: Guide: Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For March And April
Only preordered The Alliance Alive for 3DS, so nothing of the things listed.
Re: Video: Feast Your Eyes on Bayonetta 2 on Switch Compared to Wii U
Nope, I still have my physical copies of Bayo 1 and 2 for Wii U,
Re: Soapbox: Monster Hunter World Has Claimed Its Prize, But Capcom Shouldn't Forget Nintendo
@MFD Yeah, I feel the same, but it's the only type of MH exclusive that I can see the Switch getting.
Re: Soapbox: Monster Hunter World Has Claimed Its Prize, But Capcom Shouldn't Forget Nintendo
A new Monster Hunter exclusively for Switch at this point would mean going backwards for Capcom. With the great reception World is getting, there is no way that the next MH is not going to end up in PS4/Xbone/PC, and since World already set the bar high any improvement on it would be too much for the Switch to handle. On the other hand, spinoffs like Monster Hunter Stories should be possible.
Re: Feature: Here's What Was Announced During The January 2018 Nintendo Direct Mini
As a Wii U owner, Kirby will be my third Switch game, there is nothing else to look forward to if I don't want to double dip on games I already played.
Re: Bayonetta 2 On Switch Will Come With These Changes
I have the game for Wii U, don't need it again. Skipping this and will wait to see how Bayo 3 looks like.
Re: Sega's Valkyria Chronicles 4 Is Marching Towards Nintendo Switch
@GoldenGamer88 That might be true, but you're missing out on the best JRPG released in the 7th gen if you don't play the first Valkyria Chronicles.
Re: Camelot Software Boss Is Keen To Make Shining Force IV A Reality
Yes please, even if you have to make it exclusive to the Ouya it won't matter, I'll buy one just to play it!
Re: Nintendo Download: 12th October (North America)
I'll buy Etrian Odyssey V retail version, nothing to download.
Re: Atlus Confirms A Western 3DS Release For The Alliance Alive In Early 2018
Best announcement of the Direct for me.
Re: Get Ready for a Nintendo Direct on 13th September
Nice, crossing my fingers for some 3DS surprises and/or localizations.
Re: Editorial: Farewell to the Flawed Miiverse, But Thanks for the Memories
Should have taken down My Nintendo instead of Miiverse, now THAT is a flawed thing.
Re: First Three Dragon Quest Titles Heading to the 3DS in Japan
I'd definitely buy them for my 3DS if they ever come to the west.
Re: Switch Stock Shortages Cost Nintendo First Place In May's NPD Hardware Charts
@Tsurii It might not be as bad as it seems, I believe that NPD ranks the games by the amount of $ they made instead of units sold, so the fact that it's being sold at a lower price plays against Echoes in the rankings.
Re: Talking Point: EA and Bethesda Highlight Nintendo Switch as a Portable Powerhouse at E3
Well, considering that I'm waiting for a smaller version without a dock or joy-cons to buy one, I'll have to take EA's and Bethesda's side on this one: for me it's a portable, albeit a rather unconfortable one.
Re: Poll: What Did You Think of the Pokémon Direct and Its Big Reveals?
While I don't mind the existence of Wii U ports I don't plan to buy them either, so Pokken Tournament being the only announcement for Switch is a bit dissappointing.
About the Ultra versions of Sun/Moon, if they're similar to White/Black 2 then I can see myself buying a copy, 3DS is my favourite handheld and I'm always happy to see new games for it.
Re: Poll: Did the ARMS Global Testpunch Land a Knockout Blow?
I don't own the system yet, but ARMS is the first Switch game I'm interested in. Come 2018 with Splatoon 2, Mario Odyssey, Fire Emblem and hopefully Shin Megami Tensei for Switch already on the stores, I'll buy the console.
Re: Square Enix Silent On Switch Dragon Quest XI Due To "Adult Circumstances"
I'll go with the 3DS version anyways if a western release is announced.
Re: Nintendo Highlights Recent 3DS Success and Talks of 'Flexible' Hardware Lifecycles
@fiben1002 Amen to that.
Re: Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia File Size and DLC Details Emerge in Japan
One of my most awaited games of the year.
Re: Poll: What Wii U Ports Would You Like to Play on Nintendo Switch?
I have a Wii U, the only one I haven't played is Fatal Frame 'cause it didn't get a physical release in America, that's the only one I'd pick for Switch if I can have it on a cartridge.
Re: Guide: Nintendo Switch Launch Games: The Complete List
Zelda for Wii U and Bomberman 'cause it might be hard to find later if I decide to buy a Switch.
Re: Poll: A Week On, How Do You Feel About the Nintendo Switch?
I might buy one when Dragon Quest XI, project Octopath Traveler, the new SMT and Fire Emblem games hit this shores, not before that.
Re: Nintendo Switch Won't Have Miiverse Or StreetPass
Deal breaker right there.
Re: Hands On: Putting the Nintendo Switch Hardware Through Its Paces
I'll keep my 'kiddy' designed 3DS with its lovely pixelated screen and stay away from this overpriced monstrosity, thank you.
Re: Rumour: You'll Be Able To Unleash Your Inner Octoling In Splatoon On Nintendo Switch
I'd have welcomed Octolings in the Wii U version, but I don't think I'll be buying the game again for Switch.
Re: Yooka-Laylee Rattles Away From Wii U Release
Well, I won't buy the game then, no big deal.
Re: Rumour: Bayonetta And Cloud amiibo Delayed Until Release Of Super Smash Bros. On Switch
If these rumours are true then Nintendo is giving Wii U owners no reason to buy the Switch, let's wait and see how that works for them.
Re: Here Are Your New My Nintendo Rewards
This program actually makes me want to avoid digital purchases...
Re: Paper Mario: Color Splash Makes Modest Japanese Chart Debut
When a game made by Compile Heart sells nearly as much as a game with Mario in it, it should be clear that somehow, somewhere, Nintendo Nibelsnarfed up.
Re: Etrian Odyssey V and Dragon Ball Fusions Lead the Way in Japanese Charts
Please fix the article, it sold half of Shin Megami Tensei IV launch sales, but close to EO IV launch sales.
Re: Poll: Which Nintendo NX Games Do You Want to See in the Launch Window?
The lack of Advance Wars in the options automatically makes this list invalid.
Re: Weirdness: North American Devil's Third Copies Sell for Silly Money on eBay Due to Stock Shortage
I was far more interested in this game than in Xenoblade, and I'm pretty pissed off now that it's impossible to find anywhere. Leaving indie games aside, digital is not and option for me when big publishers are involved, same reasoning applies to Fatal Frame V, I won't pay more than $ 1.99 for them in that format.
Re: Xenoblade Chronicles X Earns Modest UK Chart Position But Outsells Predecessor
@Marshi Not really, I've a Wii U and JRPGs are my favorite genre, but I just can't stand Xenoblade combat system due to the auto-attacks. There is a reason why the game also sold poorly in Japan, it's an JRPG that is niche even among JRPG fans.