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I loved the first Toem, so I will definitely get the sequel!

@DTFaux Yep, I can definitely see the hoverboards as a way to traverse the map instead of the big lizard things from Scarlet & Violet.

The boards wouldn't require any story explanation either🤣

Eh-eh-eh-eh-X-men!

I first played on the NES in about 1991, but never actually did a full playthrough until the 3DS. I needed those save states!

@Sylamp The series is complicated, but does a wonderful job easing you into it. They introduce new mechanics slowly enough not to overwhelm you. Even though I played XBC1 and XBX when they first came out, I was still hesitant to play XBC2 and XBC3 because they looked overly confusing. Thankfully I gave them a chance last year, and was pleased by the well paced in-game tutorials, etc. Now, XBC2 can be very obtuse in places, but the entire series is a joy to play, and you get a serious bang for your buck.

Darn, I just recently got the Switch 1 version. I took the time to get all the stars, NO WAY I'm doing that again just for higher resolution.🤣

@mlt I think you're onto something there. It'd be pretty cool to see wartime Hyrule. Lots of interesting things they could do with that.

I'm very glad I waited to play these. Firstly, I can play them on my preferred system. Secondly, I can play them all relatively close together (I'm assuming the 3rd one will be out within a year or so)!

Very excited to play, although I need to finish the FFVII remake first😁

Veldt Man ftw!

Great news! I was hoping it would come out this year, and this sounds promising!

Always got a kick out of this game, especially the music and sound effects. Reminds me of those last wild days of gaming before everything became so structured.

Very cool. I had no desire to play the remake games when they came out years ago, but after the first one was announced for Switch 2, I really looked into them, and now that I've played the demo of remake intergrade, I can honestly say this is the most excited I've been to play a game(s) since Zelda: TOTK!

I was already pumped to play this, then I got the demo and heard the music, now I'm super pumped!

Although I think I might be disappointed since I'm expecting Red XIII to have the same voice as Dromarch from XBC2🤣

I do hope they release some more of these free updates. Quite a few great games I'd love to play with some extra visual something-something!

@Duncanballs Thanks for the insight into the demo. Although I'm a lifelong classic RPG man, I've only played XI in the DQ series. My wife preordered DQVII Reimagined for me, and I am really excited to play now that I've seen a lot of positive reactions to the demo.

I had an idea for the contest, but I can't draw, so I didn't submit. He was called "Ad Man." He was like a giant monitor with arms and legs. His move set involved hypnotizing Mega Man with ads and such, then attacking. The contest required a suction cup mechanic, and although it was a bit of a stretch, one of his hands was also a screen, and that one "sucked" Mega Man in with alluring ads.

@Samalik @Hern4ndeZzz Thanks for the info!

How's the game play? Is it turn-based combat? Or something like World of Warcraft, etc.?

Pippistrello was fantastic all around. Blade Chimera was great fun to play, but was very predictable story wise. Also, one not on the list: Momodora: Moonlit Farewell was a great as well.

Am I crazy or is that Bitabuto Kingdom music also used in another Nintendo game?

Nuts and Bolts from DKC3 boys!

This is one of those things I agree, but also struggle with. My fondest memory of Mario Sunshine is using the shoulder buttons for the Fludd controls. That was a new thing for Nintendo at the time, and I loved it. On the flip side, control experimentation can also lead to having to waggle a Wiimote for Link to swing a sword 🤣

I'm a big ole nerd, I won't even listen to these tracks before I play the game, because of "spoilers."😅

My wife graciously bought me this for an early Christmas present! I am so ready to play!

Wonderful! I've been waiting for the button remapping! Time for some SMB3!

@Lumi777 Oooooh okay. Thanks for clarifying. I'm dumb and confused a bunch of things.

I might be mistaken, but isn't there a remake already?

So glad I found Nintendo Life about 8 years ago. It's become my all time favorite website. I check it every day! Happy birthday!🎊

@johnedwin @MirrorFate2 What content was removed?

@DennyCrane Yes! I'd love to see some unique ghosts/monsters too, not just a bunch of generic ones.

@DennyCrane Well said! Those are my exact sentiments. And LM3 is, I think, the only Nintendo AAA I never finished and sold.

@DennyCrane I agree! Loved this one, but never really clicked with the sequels.

I remember getting Luigi's Mansion day one with the GameCube. Dad took me to Walmart at like 5 am to get it. Haven't played it since then. This might be my reason to upgrade to the Expansion Pack.

@Munchlax And a Duck Tales 2?!

Man, those are tempting. I caved and bought the pixel remasters cartridge after already buying digital on both PC and Switch. I also have FFVII and FFIX on both PC and Switch. DO I REALLY NEED THE PHYSICAL OF THOSE TOO?!!!!

Probably.

As much as I love all the additional tracks on the Switch version (especially the battle themes), I have a heavy nostalgia and love for the GameCube versions.

@progx I saw that price and was kinda blown away by how cheap it is compared to other AAA Switch 2 games. Is it going up to $69.99 once it comes out?

I've been on the fence about this one for years, but I think I'm finally sold now that it's on Switch 2!

Awwwwwwwww yeeaaahhhhhhhh!

I thought something fishy was going on! The eShop kept crashing on me! Got my Silksong tho!

I got married right around when the Switch 2 came out, so my gaming time has reduced drastically. I'll be getting Silksong, but who knows if I'll ever finish it!🤣

Very sweet! I will gladly pick up this one once again! Maybe I can 100% it this time!

I had no idea what this was until now. Love the concept! Ready to play!

Fantastic, phenomenal game! I remember the magic and joy of playing it the first time! Plus, the humor is spot on!

Weird that Octopath has a generic custom lead character, but it still looks good. I'm very excited for the Elliot game.

And did I miss something, is the Oblivion remake coming to Switch 2?

The game is so much more fun than I was expecting! So much fun to explore and mess around. Might have to change my score from a 9 to a 10, because it just may end up being one of my favorite ever games.

@adamagogobaby Yeah, I think you just press x or y to hide the UI.

I didn't even know this was a thing until I left the opening screen on and walked into another room. When I came back, I was like "whoa, this is so cool!"

Still a kid at heart, I guess. 😁

My body is ready for some DK destruction time!!!!!