I traded in my old Switch and a couple of games for the new one plus a warranty and screen protector. I basically updated it for free. It didn't cost me anything and I have money left over. They let me transfer my data in the store.
I've thought about the math. Right now on Raise I can get two $50 eShop cards for $92 ($46 each). So I get $100 for $92 plus any promo codes. That's enough for two vouchers and I keep a couple of extra dollars. Plus any gold coins I have so take maybe like $2.00 off. My first time on Raise, it cost me $82 for two $50 eShop cards using the first time promo. Adding a little gold coins, it cost me like $78 (something near that number - I don't remember) for 2 new games.
Two games at Wal-Mart could be $50 each, plus a 7% sales tax where I am. So it would be $107.
$92 (which doesn't include a potential promo code discount, gold coins, or any money left over) vs $107. The voucher system was cheaper for me.
I definitely took advantage of these vouchers. It was a good deal for me as somebody who buys digital (especially mixing it with Raise). I don't get why they are stopping it at all. Are they losing money from it? I'm lost. Whatever I guess. At least I'm set for now.
I don't see the point of getting a new Switch for a small upgrade. Especially when I can imagine the number of games I could buy for the same price instead. Now if there was a Pro version that was significantly better, that's another story.
It captures the spirit of Marvel and my nostalgia for this series. It's not an amazing game, but it's really fun. I've had some frame rate issues, but the game plays very well for the most part. It's fun trying out different characters. If you just want a fun beat em up with your favorite Marvel characters on the go, this game is perfect for you.
It's better to wait until after launch anyways. Who knows what problems it could have? Not saying it will have problems, but the early adopters get to be the guinea pigs.
I haven't had a problem with my Joy-Con, but it is a real problem that hopefully gets resolved. A lot of people are saying the same thing so it's not nothing.
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Many of the games I traded in are free PS Plus games now and they give $5 extra for trade ins so it was a no brainer.
Re: Guide: Where To Buy The New Nintendo Switch With Better Battery Life And Screen
I traded in my old Switch and a couple of games for the new one plus a warranty and screen protector. I basically updated it for free. It didn't cost me anything and I have money left over. They let me transfer my data in the store.
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What a waste of a PS4. I would just give it to somebody if I was that pissed, but I would never be that pissed over a video game.
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Janemba is a pretty random character to add, but he's a cool villain so I'm fine with it.
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Too expensive for me, but still cool.
Re: Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers "Not Currently Scheduled To Return" In North America
I've thought about the math. Right now on Raise I can get two $50 eShop cards for $92 ($46 each). So I get $100 for $92 plus any promo codes. That's enough for two vouchers and I keep a couple of extra dollars. Plus any gold coins I have so take maybe like $2.00 off. My first time on Raise, it cost me $82 for two $50 eShop cards using the first time promo. Adding a little gold coins, it cost me like $78 (something near that number - I don't remember) for 2 new games.
Two games at Wal-Mart could be $50 each, plus a 7% sales tax where I am. So it would be $107.
$92 (which doesn't include a potential promo code discount, gold coins, or any money left over) vs $107. The voucher system was cheaper for me.
But it's different for others.
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I just beat Fire Emblem: Three Houses yesterday. I think I'm going to start the Bayonetta series this weekend.
Re: Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers "Not Currently Scheduled To Return" In North America
I definitely took advantage of these vouchers. It was a good deal for me as somebody who buys digital (especially mixing it with Raise). I don't get why they are stopping it at all. Are they losing money from it? I'm lost. Whatever I guess. At least I'm set for now.
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I picked Blue Lions. No regrets.
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I already bought Astral Chain. My body is ready.
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Well deserved. It's an amazing game!
Re: Soapbox: Should I Wait For Switch 'Pro' Or Is The 'New' Switch SKU Worth An Upgrade?
I don't see the point of getting a new Switch for a small upgrade. Especially when I can imagine the number of games I could buy for the same price instead. Now if there was a Pro version that was significantly better, that's another story.
Re: Review: Fire Emblem: Three Houses - The Zenith Of A Legendary SRPG Series
I'm excited. It's going to be my first Fire Emblem game ever.
Re: Review: Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order - Arcade Brawling Is Back, Baby
It captures the spirit of Marvel and my nostalgia for this series. It's not an amazing game, but it's really fun. I've had some frame rate issues, but the game plays very well for the most part. It's fun trying out different characters. If you just want a fun beat em up with your favorite Marvel characters on the go, this game is perfect for you.
Re: Soapbox: Sorry Nintendo, Joy-Con Drift Means I Won't Buy Switch Lite At Launch
It's better to wait until after launch anyways. Who knows what problems it could have? Not saying it will have problems, but the early adopters get to be the guinea pigs.
I haven't had a problem with my Joy-Con, but it is a real problem that hopefully gets resolved. A lot of people are saying the same thing so it's not nothing.