I like the Musou genre. P5Strikers is the best I've played so far. The previous LoZ mousou's have been good but it's a genre where you CAN have your fill. So maybe not straight away but defo eventually
Reading the review and looking at the footage, it reminds me why I have always like this dev's work. Cheers for the review, a download at some point soon for me.
My personal favourite is Platinum DS. The game that got me back heavily into Pokemon. Since the very first Pokemon game way back when, I had only dabbled in Pokemon games up until then. I think it was the one that got my kids and nephews into the franchise. Honestly., not much to choose between the DS games after that for me. Glad Legends Arceus Switch getting SOME love too.
@JaxonH Pretty much where I am at. I respect the value for money angle in finite games budgets. However, I just want a good, stable game to play. The gameplay is NOT superior to me in 60fps. If I don't like the game in 30, I won't like it in 60. Crazy stuff tbh.
Reads more like an 8 to be honest, judging by the reviw content. Cheers for the review.
GoombaJMR and this review has me convinced (actually already downloaded it based on trailer and other reviews elsewhere 😅 - metactiticing at 90 on PS5 😲)
Puzzles are amongst the "higher tier genres" in my gaming preferences but I didn't get around to playing this, somewhat strangely. Definitely will be giving this a downloand on the Switch 2. Cheers for the review.
I really like Crossworlds but I have to play it longer to feel or see it being better than All Stars Racing Transformed. That is where the real comparison should be made. Also, it's still not as good as the Mario Kart series, particularly 8 DX. Mario Kart World is just that. Mario Kart in a Mario Kart World which Sonic Crossworlds isn't - as in open worldy. It's far more arcadey. They can both exist in the same genre space and be good individual experiences. Furthermore, I usually don't care if the gameplay is good, but the Switch 1 visuals aren't too great. It effects the experience a smidgen for some reason. Maybe it's because I know a Switch 2 version is on the horizon. I'd still recommend it if the Switch is the only console you have or if you want a handheld version
I have played 1 & 4 (nails but good) but only some of 5.....
I'll be single dipping so it seems a little bit more tempting for that reason. I think had I alread played this on Switch 1, I wouldn't have purchased this based on the review.
Mobile game had me turned off in the first place. But this is an abysmmal showing. Not worthy of a generally excellent franchise. A long way from Three Houses or Engage. Looking fwd to the proper mainline Switch 2 actual video game. Cheers for going through this in order to review the game for us!
@nhSnork I loved many of the 3rd party ports on the Switch 1. Would much rather play on the hybrid system than a PS5 or XBOX "ass in chair in one room". However, I think it's time to move on. It's been great for nearly a decade now
TBH, much as I love Switch 1, it's time we saw Switch 2 exclusives more and more. Simply because Switch 1 games by third parties were becoming more and more messy. Yeah I know, P5R and Switcher 3 were amazing on the system, but...
If you look at the footage & trailer, as well as read the blurb, you can tell it really is potentially good. One or those you have a good feeling about.
This is with me having no idea how it reviewed despite having heard of it previously.
I only play a small selection of dungeon crawler games and this one is likely to be one of them.
Playing this Switch 1 version on the Switch 2 and its good gameplay. Close to All Stars Racing Transformed Wii. It doesn't look as good as the PS5 footage (significantly tbf), but that is 100% to be expected. I'll probably take the upgrade pathway come December when the S2 version is out. No real feeling of framereate issues yet.
Cheers for the reviews. It's getting rave reviews on PC and PS5 so it's good to read that the Switch 2 version pretty much measures up. Probably will go ahead and get it. Noice.
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Re: Review: Once Upon A Katamari (Switch) – A Roll-'Em-Up Revival Done Right
Cheers for the review.
The Katamari series continues to be fairly highly rated on the Switch consoles it appears. Woah.
Good read.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment?
I like the Musou genre. P5Strikers is the best I've played so far. The previous LoZ mousou's have been good but it's a genre where you CAN have your fill. So maybe not straight away but defo eventually
Re: Review: Night Striker Gear (Switch) - The Shining Apex Of The 'Super Scaler' Concept
Reading the review and looking at the footage, it reminds me why I have always like this dev's work. Cheers for the review, a download at some point soon for me.
Re: Street Fighter 6 McDonald's EX Colours Now Available, Here's Every Free Code
@daftmagician Not really 🙂
Re: Street Fighter 6 McDonald's EX Colours Now Available, Here's Every Free Code
Despite being free, I think I'll pass ...
(Love the game though)
Re: Best Pokémon Games Of All Time
My personal favourite is Platinum DS. The game that got me back heavily into Pokemon. Since the very first Pokemon game way back when, I had only dabbled in Pokemon games up until then. I think it was the one that got my kids and nephews into the franchise. Honestly., not much to choose between the DS games after that for me. Glad Legends Arceus Switch getting SOME love too.
Re: Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition Brings The Apocalypse To Switch 2 In 2026
Yes please. I'll take this.
Re: Mini Review: Lumo 2 (Switch) - A Delightful Celebration Of British Retro Gaming
Loved Lumo 1 so I think I'll get a fair bit out of no.2. It reads like it is more of the same which is a good thing
Cheers for the review.
Re: Anniversary: Fatal Frame: Maiden Of Black Water Still Scares The Pants Off Me Ten Years On
Absolutely loved the WiiU game and was generally disturbed by it. The Wii U gamepad gameplay made it particularly immersive
Re: New Dragon Ball Game Project To Be Revealed Early Next Year
FighterZ and Kakarot were very good. I'm down for more.
Re: UK Charts: Pokémon Legends: Z-A Sales Almost 50/50 Across Switch And Switch 2
It's a good, good video game. I acknowledge it's "cons", however.
Re: Nintendo Download: 16th October (North America)
Need a review for Lumo 2 for the Switch 2.
Pokemon Legends will be downloaded a little later
Re: Review: Yooka-Replaylee (Switch 2) - Feels Like The Game It Was Meant To Be, Finally
@JaxonH Pretty much where I am at. I respect the value for money angle in finite games budgets. However, I just want a good, stable game to play. The gameplay is NOT superior to me in 60fps. If I don't like the game in 30, I won't like it in 60. Crazy stuff tbh.
Re: Review: BALL x PIT (Switch) - Ballsy, Beautifully Balanced, Mercilessly Addictive
Excellent (Mr Burns voice) .....that's one to insta-download off the wishlist!
Cheers for the review. "My kinda thang" this!
Re: Takashi Iizuka Explains Why Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Was Delayed On Switch 2
Will be taking the Switch 2 upgrade option. Solid kart racer.
Re: Switch 2 Named One Of The Best 'Entertainment & Gaming' Inventions Of 2025
It's been a great console for me.
There isn't actually that much innovation elsewhere IMO either.....
Re: Review: Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - Stellar Battles, But A Step Down From Arceus
Thanks for the review. A good read.
There feels a sort ot ineviteability to the game being reviewed thusly. A good game but not up to the high standard of past Pokemon video games.
I'll still get it because of the pro's (well summarised as to my exact reasoning why, actually) , but maybe not at launch.
Re: Community: 32 Switch Games We Missed, As Recommended By You
Really enjoyed looking through all of those suggestions. Absolutely love this feature.
Card Fight Vanguard DD2 & Witch of the Holy Night stand out in particular for me personally. As does Grand Prix Story.
BTW, I have only heard of 3 games in that list and I like to think I keep a good knowledge of eShop games, even the obscure ones.
I already have mini motorways which is good. Reminds me of a very cool DS/DSiware game
Re: Switch 2 Launch Title Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster Updated (Version 1.0.2), Here Are The Patch Notes
Already have it downloaded on my New 3DS XL. NS2 version is worth a serious punt if you haven't played it before IMO
Re: Review: Shujinkou (Switch) - Words Whup Sticks & Stones In This Innovative Dungeon Crawler
Reads more like an 8 to be honest, judging by the reviw content. Cheers for the review.
GoombaJMR and this review has me convinced (actually already downloaded it based on trailer and other reviews elsewhere 😅 - metactiticing at 90 on PS5 😲)
Re: Nintendo Download: 9th October (North America)
Absulom only this week
Disgaea 7 Switch 2 Edition when discounted a bit.
Yooka Replaylee later on in the year or early next year.
Reviews needed for any others that may crop up.
Re: Review: Little Nightmares III (Switch 2) - A Missed Opportunity For Couch Co-op That Plays It A Little Too Safe
Cheers for the review.
It seems no.2 is the height of the series.
Re: Video: 11 Exciting New Games Coming To Switch 1 & 2 In October 2025
5 BIG releases I'm certain to insta-buy there.
Re: Sonic Racing: CrossWorld's First "Premium" DLC Pack Arrives This Week
All Stars Racing Transformed >
So far....
Re: Mini Review: The Touryst: Deluxe (Switch 2) - An Upgrade To First Class For The Return Trip
Puzzles are amongst the "higher tier genres" in my gaming preferences but I didn't get around to playing this, somewhat strangely. Definitely will be giving this a downloand on the Switch 2. Cheers for the review.
Re: Broken Sword Continues To Reforge With 'The Smoking Mirror' On Switch
I'm quite partial to the broken sword games but I haven't played this one. I'll need a review, mind
Re: Feature: Nintendo Life eShop Selects (September 2025)
Massive month for Indie games with Hollow Knight Silksong & Hades 2 out. Hollow Knight is superb. I have Hades 2 on my backlog.
Re: Opinion: Sonic Racing Crossworlds > Mario Kart World, And It's Not Even Close For Me
I really like Crossworlds but I have to play it longer to feel or see it being better than All Stars Racing Transformed. That is where the real comparison should be made. Also, it's still not as good as the Mario Kart series, particularly 8 DX. Mario Kart World is just that. Mario Kart in a Mario Kart World which Sonic Crossworlds isn't - as in open worldy. It's far more arcadey. They can both exist in the same genre space and be good individual experiences. Furthermore, I usually don't care if the gameplay is good, but the Switch 1 visuals aren't too great. It effects the experience a smidgen for some reason. Maybe it's because I know a Switch 2 version is on the horizon. I'd still recommend it if the Switch is the only console you have or if you want a handheld version
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (4th October)
Galaxy 2 and finishing off XCX
Re: Review: Disgaea 7 Complete (Switch 2) - A Definitive Return For This Tactical RPG Giant
I have played 1 & 4 (nails but good) but only some of 5.....
I'll be single dipping so it seems a little bit more tempting for that reason. I think had I alread played this on Switch 1, I wouldn't have purchased this based on the review.
Cheers for the review.
Re: Review: Fire Emblem Shadows (Mobile) - Flat F2P Folly With Simplistic Strategy & Social Deduction
Mobile game had me turned off in the first place. But this is an abysmmal showing. Not worthy of a generally excellent franchise. A long way from Three Houses or Engage. Looking fwd to the proper mainline Switch 2 actual video game. Cheers for going through this in order to review the game for us!
Re: Atlus Rules Out Persona 3 Reload Switch Port
@nhSnork I loved many of the 3rd party ports on the Switch 1. Would much rather play on the hybrid system than a PS5 or XBOX "ass in chair in one room". However, I think it's time to move on. It's been great for nearly a decade now
Re: Digital Foundry Breaks Down Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 On Switch 1 & 2
Really should have done Switch 2 Edition (exclusive) Galaxy 1 & 2 physical.
Then release just Galaxy 2 as an individual release for Switch 1.
Re: Inti Creates Unveils New "Paper Craft" 2D Action Game For Switch 2, Out October
Looks like my kinda thang tbh.
Enjoy your gaming
Re: Atlus Rules Out Persona 3 Reload Switch Port
TBH, much as I love Switch 1, it's time we saw Switch 2 exclusives more and more. Simply because Switch 1 games by third parties were becoming more and more messy. Yeah I know, P5R and Switcher 3 were amazing on the system, but...
Re: One Of 2025's Best-Reviewed Games Has Quietly Released On Switch Today
If you look at the footage & trailer, as well as read the blurb, you can tell it really is potentially good. One or those you have a good feeling about.
This is with me having no idea how it reviewed despite having heard of it previously.
I only play a small selection of dungeon crawler games and this one is likely to be one of them.
Re: Nintendo Download: 2nd October (North America)
Galaxy 1 & 2 "Switch 2" and Final Fantasy Tactics. Need a review for Shujinko. It looks quite interesting and has potential....
Re: Review: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds (Switch) - Cracking Karting, But Struggles To Keep Up On Switch
Playing this Switch 1 version on the Switch 2 and its good gameplay. Close to All Stars Racing Transformed Wii. It doesn't look as good as the PS5 footage (significantly tbf), but that is 100% to be expected. I'll probably take the upgrade pathway come December when the S2 version is out. No real feeling of framereate issues yet.
Review is fair and a good read. Thanks.
Re: Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games & Accessories For October & November 2025
All the main games you highlighted except Yooka Replaylee will be purchased by me at some stage in 2025. Along with DB Sparkling Zero & Katamari
Require reviews:
Octopath Zero
Tales of Xilia Re
Loved Octopath Traveller.
Re: Review: Trails In The Sky 1st Chapter - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - A Comprehensive Update Of A Classic Series Opener
Cheers for the reviews. It's getting rave reviews on PC and PS5 so it's good to read that the Switch 2 version pretty much measures up. Probably will go ahead and get it. Noice.
Re: Feature: Zelda, Layton, Mega Man - 10 Games We Played At TGS 2025 Coming To Switch 1 & 2
Those were a cool series of impressions. Cheers for the write up.
I think MH3, Hyrule Warriors AOI , DQ I&II HD-2D as well as Layton's latest outing stand out the most.
I love me some Katamari and some Resi Evil (to a large extent), but I'll need reviews for those. I suspect they'll be good.
All Switch 2 purchases where possible of course.
Re: Video: Square Enix Showcases 17 Minutes Of Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined Gameplay
I liked the upgraded visuals on the 3ds version. I think this version has taken it up an extra level on that. I'd like this done to 5,8 and 9 please
Re: Random: KUUKIYOMI 4: Consider It's Switch 2 Edition Uses Mouse Mode In Neat Ways While Poking Fun At Nintendo
Oooooh.
I really want to download this!
Cheers for the heads up.
Re: Get Your First Proper Look At C. Viper Gameplay In Street Fighter 6
Great game on the Switch 2 and good addition.
Re: Nintendo Download: 25th September (North America)
Sonic Crossworlds and Hades II.
Will see if any surprises come up. If not that's more than enough for me for this week. So good week.
Agatha Christie game further down the line.
Re: Classic Mech Anime And Tactical Card Combat Collide In 'Battle Chef Brigade' Dev's New RPG
I liked BCB so I will look out for this. Trailer and description indicate promise.
Re: Mario Kart World Has Been Updated To Version 1.3.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
That's actually a great update!
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 Switch Comparison Video Makes Nintendo's Upgrades Clearer
Will get. But I.would like to see Switch2 graphics.
Re: "It Was A Bit Of A Perplexing Experience" - Hideki Kamiya On The Fan Reaction To Bayonetta 3
A brilliant trilogy.
Re: No Switch 2 "Upgrade Path" For Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined Planned
This is very different from the Sonic x Shadow Generations situation