XBC DE I wanted to complete it before getting 3. Work has been so crazy that I come home and flip through my phone, depressed, for an hour or two before bed.
Today I’m going in to allow my coworkers to throw pies at me for charity. Love this life.
What’s crazy with these updates is the constant communication necessary. There is so much noise out there, and Nintendo is assuming that people and owners of the game are always engaged and plugged in. How many people bought this and haven’t touched it for weeks? How would they know there was an update. If they been binging Stranger Things or have moved onto something else?
These post release updates seem to be far too many. Maybe Nintendo has the data that proves otherwise, but THE AUDIENCE HAS MOVED ON.
I imagine Nintendo would like a continued revenue stream from Splatoon and its online modes. Since they didn’t really monetize the online mode, easiest way to get more money is to release a sequel.
I remember when it releases. I walked to the bank. Withdrew the money. Walked to GameStop…and bought it.
My parents were pissed at me. I faked a stomach ache to get out of going to my aunt’s pool party that afternoon, with thee plan of purchasing Sunshine.
…
As an adult I just realized I’m still a sneaky SOB and will fake being sick to get out of going places so I can play video games.
I’ll just wait until all the updates are done and I’ll buy the game at a discount.
I understand the thinking behind engaging the audience and doing “free” updates, but who’s really going to spend that much time with a Mario sports title?
I was 9 or 10 when I saw it. Hadn’t played OoT prior to that. My first game was Awakening. I liked the art style. Reminded me of a cartoon come to life.
Nintendo will do what they want, but the directs are a marketing tool THEY'VE pushed. It's something that generates interest, and spotlight, and news to advertise their games.
If they don't see the value in it anymore, then whatever I suppose.
As I get older I'm becoming less interested in this whole secrecy thing that video game industry is built around.
I don't understand it anymore. Maybe it's because I lack patience for the dog and pony shows.
I was super excited when Mario Kart DS opened up online play. As a kid it was such a wild idea that I would be able to race against other people that were not my family members.
I had to get the WiFi USB adapter thingy. Then I figured out how to connect to my school’s WiFi. I remember it as being kind of spotty connection, but it was my first online game and it was so simple fun.
I’ve had this Luigitornado tag for years. I designed my own racing decal in MKDS of a green tornado with the Luigi L.
I was so proud of racing using it among the marijuana decals and hairy butts.
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Re: Poll: How Do You Feel About Wave 2 Of The Mario Kart 8 Booster Course Pack?
Extra courses are nice novelty and all, especially people who are still playing, but I’m just about done with MK8. It’s been 8 years.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 30th)
XBC DE I wanted to complete it before getting 3. Work has been so crazy that I come home and flip through my phone, depressed, for an hour or two before bed.
Today I’m going in to allow my coworkers to throw pies at me for charity. Love this life.
Re: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe - Booster Course Pass Wave 2 Confirmed For Next Week
Warrio Colosseum. Please.
Re: Xenoblade Chronicles 3's Day One Update Is Out Now, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
I really wish I was 13 again and had a whole summer playing games like this.
Been working since I was 14…and this year in particular has been such a drag
Re: Nintendo Switch Sports Version 1.2.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
What’s crazy with these updates is the constant communication necessary. There is so much noise out there, and Nintendo is assuming that people and owners of the game are always engaged and plugged in. How many people bought this and haven’t touched it for weeks? How would they know there was an update. If they been binging Stranger Things or have moved onto something else?
These post release updates seem to be far too many. Maybe Nintendo has the data that proves otherwise, but THE AUDIENCE HAS MOVED ON.
Re: Random: GQ Calls Video Game Patches "Laziness", And People Are Not Impressed
The problem with gaming production seems to be lack of good leadership, management and vision.
I get it. Goals changes. ideas don’t work and development needs shift.
It’s art packaged as a product. These are always going to be problems.
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Xenoblade Chronicles 3
I eh. Reviews calling out it’s story and dialogue being a little hokey are just looking for negatives in my opinion. That’s part of the charm.
Re: Watch: Is Five Years Between Splatoon Games Too Short A Wait?
I imagine Nintendo would like a continued revenue stream from Splatoon and its online modes.
Since they didn’t really monetize the online mode, easiest way to get more money is to release a sequel.
Re: Soapbox: 20 Years Later, Super Mario Sunshine Is Still The Best 3D Mario
Damn…I was 13?
I remember when it releases. I walked to the bank. Withdrew the money. Walked to GameStop…and bought it.
My parents were pissed at me. I faked a stomach ache to get out of going to my aunt’s pool party that afternoon, with thee plan of purchasing Sunshine.
…
As an adult I just realized I’m still a sneaky SOB and will fake being sick to get out of going places so I can play video games.
Re: Mario Strikers: Battle League Update Adds Daisy, Shy Guy, And More
I’ll just wait until all the updates are done and I’ll buy the game at a discount.
I understand the thinking behind engaging the audience and doing “free” updates, but who’s really going to spend that much time with a Mario sports title?
Children with no spending power.
As an adult I’ll buy a finished game instead.
Re: Camelot Appears To Have Updated Its Official Website With Golden Sun Artwork
Golden Sun never struck me as anything but a substandard JRPG. It’s really just forgettable. It’s like a knock off of FF and DQ.
Re: PlatinumGames Hires Nintendo Veteran, Signalling 'Significant Change'
I’m not getting the buy out vibe some others are getting.
Why would Nintendo want to? They’re able to work closely with Platinum right now without a buy out.
As soon as they buy out I’m sure s lot of the talent would flake and then what?
They own a partial stake in Bayonetta? Doesn’t Sega share it?
Re: Where To Pre-Order Bayonetta 3 On Switch
I've had a Bayo 3 pre-order on Amazon since the week the game was announced all those years ago.
lol
Got one for Prime 4 too.
Re: Backlog Club: July - If You Haven't Played Hollow Knight Yet, Here's Your Chance
I honestly keep trying to play it.
Then when I go back to it there’s new areas and stuff and I get lost, so I move on with a different game.
Re: Random: Nintendo Shareholder Apparently Asked For A New F-Zero At General Meeting
I’d take an HD port of GX at this point
Re: Random: Retro Studios Clashed With Metroid Producer On Halo Influences
Sounds like a bunch of corporate BS. Seeing how BotW was influenced by Skyrim, maybe it’s a dated design philosophy
Re: Nintendo Direct Mini To Air Tomorrow, June 28
Woopeedoo. Can’t wait. I’m dissapointed because I have plans during the direct. Promised a friend I’d watch their paint dry.
Re: Miyamoto Wasn't A Fan Of The Art Style In Zelda: Wind Waker
I was 9 or 10 when I saw it. Hadn’t played OoT prior to that. My first game was Awakening. I liked the art style. Reminded me of a cartoon come to life.
Still like it
Re: Poll: Do You Think We'll Get A Nintendo Direct Next Week?
Nintendo will do what they want, but the directs are a marketing tool THEY'VE pushed. It's something that generates interest, and spotlight, and news to advertise their games.
If they don't see the value in it anymore, then whatever I suppose.
As I get older I'm becoming less interested in this whole secrecy thing that video game industry is built around.
I don't understand it anymore. Maybe it's because I lack patience for the dog and pony shows.
Re: Switch Online Should Leverage GameCube, Wii And Deliver "More" N64 Content, Says Former NoA Boss
This is why I’m buying physical. Sounds like we’re going to get less and less rereleases of legacy games.
Re: Gem Crafting Makes A Return In Xenoblade Chronicles 3, More Music Shared
I disliked crafting in Chronicles.
Re: Rumour: Potential Screenshots From A New "Finished" Fire Emblem Surface Online
That single shot and the info looks/sounds terrible.
Re: Poll: Pokémon Scarlet Or Violet - Which Will You Choose?
I’d vote in the poll, but the answers are stupid.
Re: Relax, The Sonic Frontiers Preview Footage Is From An "Early Build"
It’s a huge marketing blunder
Re: Another Popular YouTube Channel Pulls Nintendo Music After 500+ Copyright Claims
“ my non-Nintendo.”
And there-in lies the problem. These YouTubers do now own this music. Nintendo does.
Re: Check Out The First Proper Gameplay Footage For Sonic Frontiers
I’m done with open worlds
Re: Reggie Talks About Nintendo's Slow Adoption Of Online Play
I was super excited when Mario Kart DS opened up online play. As a kid it was such a wild idea that I would be able to race against other people that were not my family members.
I had to get the WiFi USB adapter thingy. Then I figured out how to connect to my school’s WiFi. I remember it as being kind of spotty connection, but it was my first online game and it was so simple fun.
I’ve had this Luigitornado tag for years. I designed my own racing decal in MKDS of a green tornado with the Luigi L.
I was so proud of racing using it among the marijuana decals and hairy butts.
Re: DC Justice League Game Teased, Coming To Switch Next Year
Looks like gross shovelware that plagued the Wii.
Re: Watch A Full Match Of Mario Strikers: Battle League From Nintendo France
I’m cautious about this. I loved the one in GCN, but hated the Wii sequel.
Re: Random: Many At Retro Studios Weren't 'Excited' To Work On Mario Kart 7
@Chocobo_Shepherd
Could be the team had another passion project and were suddenly asked to stop and switch gears.
Such a thing can be discouraging.
Re: Random: Many At Retro Studios Weren't 'Excited' To Work On Mario Kart 7
Why does it feel like Retro is Nintendo’s black sheep?
Every single game they’ve made has been critically acclaimed. Some less than others, but all well received.
Re: Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Collector's Edition Goodies To Ship At A "Later Date" (Europe)
@UltimateOtaku91 it’s been rumored the game has been complete for a while now.
It probably was. Collector rewards don’t signify any “rushing out.”
Re: Random: Daisy Fans Are Worried She's Been Dropped From Mario Strikers
Probably DLC of a sort
Re: Random: You Can Now Play As A Squirrel In Nintendo Switch Sports
That’s pretty nutty
Re: EA's Live Service Battle Royale Game Has Now Generated $2 Billion In Earnings
Can’t compete until the genres is over crowded and gamers move onto something else
Re: Reggie Thought Metroid: Other M Would Be A 'Defining Moment' For The Franchise
Eh. Maybe. Or that the story was horse snot and the gameplay was terrible.
Re: Don't Worry, Genshin Impact Is "Still In Development" For Nintendo Switch
No thanks. Not ever. Garbage.
Re: Reggie Fils-Aimé Wanted The 3DS To Launch At $199, But Was Rebuffed
People really going to milk this book or whatever for news articles huh?
Re: Video: 7 Nintendo Switch Games Exclusive To Japan That We Really Want Localised
Any of them have an English translation?
Re: Review In Progress: Nintendo Switch Sports - Familiar Fun With Friends, But Little More
I feel like I should get it, but I just don’t want it.
Re: Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Will Reveal Some Skin, Unsurprisingly
There’s dozens of video essays that discuss the problems with Xenoblade 2’s depiction of female characters. They’re interesting.
People can remain ignorant about how women are portrayed in media if they want.
Some of you all’s comments are ignorant to the point of being caricatures.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 23rd)
Hades. Game is pretty good.
Can’t imagine sinking all the time needed to see everything though. The 4 sets of levels are getting a little old
Re: Random: Euphoria Star Hunter Schafer Thinks It "Would Be Cool" To Play Princess Zelda In A Live-Action Movie
@BloodNinja
She doesn’t resemble the character to me. I don’t mind progressive casting, but this one is too left field. Nintendo wouldn’t do it anyway.
Re: Random: Euphoria Star Hunter Schafer Thinks It "Would Be Cool" To Play Princess Zelda In A Live-Action Movie
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Re: Talking Point: If Breath Of The Wild 2 Launched Alongside New Switch Hardware, Would You Upgrade?
I’m not going to stress about getting a new model.
Re: Atlus Dominates 3DS eShop Chart As Pokémon Crystal Falls Off Top Spot (North America)
You’d think Atlus is seeing the demand and will offer a collection of sorts
Re: Bandai Namco Appears To Be Remastering A '3D Action Game' For Nintendo
Hopefully it’s Assault, but I’d rather have another Star Fox game like Assault except bigger.
Re: Talking Point: Is It Ever A Good Idea To Start At 'The Beginning' Of Series Like Zelda Or Dragon Quest?
I want to play all the DQ main entries. I already beat the first one.
Re: Random: Kingdom Hearts 4 Was Hidden In This Artwork All Along
This franchise is the definition of incoherent.
Re: Sonic The Hedgehog 2 Director Says He's Open To Making A Smash Bros. Movie
That’s be pretty dumb. And the movie theater would smell like bo