I wanted to pick up a physical copy of hades 1 on switch in the UK but the prices are deliciously expensive. So I’ve crossed number 1 and number 2 off my list.
Interesting, that they would cancel pre orders. As this would mean that in light of this ‘bad press’ people who previously wanted would now not. By cancelling pre orders you run the risk of those pre orders not being renewed.
On the subject of sega remakes teased in the compilation trailer last year, the two games which looked the most finished where shinobi which is now available and then probably crazy taxi which I’d expect post Xmas. As for golden axe and jet set maybe we will see them by the end of 2026
Awesome! But they would have sold more if they put it on a cartridge for UK and Europe!
I know I wanted to buy it then when found out it’s digital only. Never purchased.
When I saw this sparse rubbish looking area and what looked very rough graphics I thought time to re-think the day one purchase of MP4 and wait until it’s reduced to clear. Shoddy *****!
I’m also seeing people with lots of switch 2 issues from broken joysticks to dead pixels to powering on or off issues and charging issues with left joy cons
I’m not sure what direction Capcom is going in for the switch but I welcome MHS3.
But will we get a ground up MH or a port of world or wild.
With the talk of disappointing sales for wilds recently I’m unsure of Capcom’s direction. But when monster hunter lands that’s when I join the switch 2 community
So bottom line is they are saying the sd card is quicker than the game cartridge.
Overview
Nintendo Switch 2 uses microSDXC 7.1 cards, which offer read speeds of around 800-900 MB/s, significantly faster than the original Switch's microSDHC 60-95 MB/s speeds.
However, the cartridge itself is the slowest medium, with games loading from the faster internal storage. This allows the cartridge to function as a key to start the game, while the bulk of the data is accessed from the system's SSD
My rule of thumb when buying games is as follows. £1 for 1hr of gameplay. So if the game is 15 hours long or I’m gonna get 15hr gameplay then I pay £15 for it. If the game is priced at £30 but it’s only got 15hrs of gameplay play I would wait for it to be on sale at £15. Games that you play for 100s of hours can charge up to the maximum market price point. Eg Monster Hunter when I bought this it was at market value eg £40-£45 I’ve played this for 700hrs but clearly wouldn’t pay £700 for it. With today’s market value of switch at £40-£45 and switch 2 at £55-70 I’d expect to get 100s of hours from these but not less than their pound equivalent (switch 40-45hrs switch 2 55-70hrs)
At this stage this game has cost them so much. They will need to max sales across switch and switch 2 it’s gotta land Xmas to achieve this. The switch has a very strong line up heading into Xmas but the switch 2 needs a boost.
@Anachronism I’d love a ground up game but I wouldn’t be surprised if Capcom want to join the franchises back together.
A port of world ultimate inc all dlc and iceboune must be on the cards to plug the gap whilst they develop either a ground up or a dial back wilds port ‘Wilds S’.
I’m happy we’ve got stories 3 coming as this is a great spin off series but my dream would be to get a monster hunter 5 in the old style of gameplay.
Well they need to remind everyone what the Xmas release schedule looks like. Air riders Pokemon Metroid Plus tease the post Xmas releases to ensure people pick up switch’s for Xmas
If you haven’t already picked these titles up there’s some awesome price promotions on MK world and DK bananza at the game collection. This weekend with 10% when you spend £100.
That makes DK £51 and Mario £57 both full physical new copies.
www.thegamecollection.net (UK only)
Looks like switch 2 game pricing is getting more affordable in UK with games like SF6 Key card £38 and DK full hard copy £56, Mario kart full hard copy £62. Just wish some of the peripherals would come down a bit as £74 for a pro is still ridiculous.
If the bad press continues Nintendo will get involved and help resolve some issues. They want this title to be strong like Witcher was for the switch. It attracts a new demographic to the switch 2 which is what Nintendo is trying to achieve this generation. It looks like it’s running ok in docked so handheld shouldn’t be to hard to rectify. When’s the release date?
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Re: Even Capcom Was Surprised At How Well Resident Evil Requiem Runs On Switch 2
What engine is it running on? RE?
Re: Review: Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 (Switch) - Still Out Of This World
Will my switch all stars galaxy save file work with this release?
Re: Feature: Zelda, Layton, Mega Man - 10 Games We Played At TGS 2025 Coming To Switch 1 & 2
Absolutely can’t wait for Monster Hunter Stories 3.
Re: Capcom Teases Brand New amiibo For Monster Hunter Stories 3, Here's A Look
Let’s go! Can’t wait. Where’s the pre orders………
Re: Resident Evil Requiem Gameplay On Switch 2 Emerges From Tokyo Game Show
It can run……so come on Capcom get wilds running.!
Re: Review: Hades 2 - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - A Bewitching Sequel That's A Spell Off Perfect
I wanted to pick up a physical copy of hades 1 on switch in the UK but the prices are deliciously expensive.
So I’ve crossed number 1 and number 2 off my list.
Re: Site News: So, Where's Our Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Review?
Maybe they are after certain reviews that give the score that they want.
Re: Borderlands 4 Has Been Delayed For Switch 2, Digital Pre-Orders Cancelled
Interesting, that they would cancel pre orders. As this would mean that in light of this ‘bad press’ people who previously wanted would now not.
By cancelling pre orders you run the risk of those pre orders not being renewed.
Re: WWE 2K25 Online Shutdown Date Revealed Just Months After Switch 2 Release
This company is a joke, please don’t support them!
Re: Bomb Rush Cyberfunk Dev Reveals Another Jet Set Radio-Style Game
On the subject of sega remakes teased in the compilation trailer last year, the two games which looked the most finished where shinobi which is now available and then probably crazy taxi which I’d expect post Xmas.
As for golden axe and jet set maybe we will see them by the end of 2026
Re: Mailbox: Switch Game Pricing, Shovelware, Self-Nerfing - Nintendo Life Letters
I see it’s off set pricing, a common strategy used in retail to level out the profit from more cheaper products to produce vs the expensive ones.
Re: Review: Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush (Switch 2) - DLC That's Ripe With Fun, But Could've Been More
Got to be the worst dlc Nintendo has ever released?
Re: Marvel Vs. Capcom Fighting Collection Sells 1 Million Copies
@OldManHermit sorry I ment in the UK.
Re: Nintendo Showcases Every Switch And Switch 2 Direct Game In New Infographic
To be fair that direct had very little in it for me. But monster hunter stories 3 and Fire Emblem can’t come soon enough!
Re: Marvel Vs. Capcom Fighting Collection Sells 1 Million Copies
Awesome! But they would have sold more if they put it on a cartridge for UK and Europe!
I know I wanted to buy it then when found out it’s digital only. Never purchased.
Re: Opinion: Metroid Prime 4 Reminds Me Of Gears 5, And It's Making Me Nervous
When I saw this sparse rubbish looking area and what looked very rough graphics I thought time to re-think the day one purchase of MP4 and wait until it’s reduced to clear.
Shoddy *****!
Re: No Switch 2 "Upgrade Path" For Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined Planned
Seems the way for all dragon quest games announced since switch 2 launch
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 For Switch?
No pre orders in UK Nintendo store yet so can’t choose option 1
Re: Everybody's Golf Hot Shots Update Improves Performance On Switch 2
I’m picking this up……when it’s reduced to clear!
Re: Japanese Charts: Everybody's Golf: Hot Shots Scores An Eagle Despite Mixed Reception
After some rocky reviews I’ve removed everyone golf from my purchase list until I have chance to play a demo.
Re: Review: Genki Dual Wield Joy-Con Charging Dock For Switch 2 - Neat Delta Grips Aren't Quite Grippy Enough
Should we even be supporting this company?
Re: Round Up: Every "Exciting New Game" From The Acclaim Showcase
What a load of crap, and a jet set rip off.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Direct September Predictions - What Do You Hope To See?
Monster Hunter games!
Re: Nintendo Direct Announced For Friday, 12th September 2025
Some more monster hunter news would be good!
Re: Panzer Dragoon Zwei: Remake Resurfaces, Will Be Playable At TGS 2025
Looking like a graphical poor remaster already. I’ll wait till its
£5 like all their other games
Really hope Sega stop handing titles to this company
Re: Review: Cronos: The New Dawn (Switch 2) - Strong Story Elevates Otherwise Safe Survival Horror
That’s not the only bug. I’m seeing others getting stuck in doorways
Re: Nintendo Life Reader Survey 2025
Wow that’s a dull survey.
Thought we might get some questions about if we liked the site/s
Re: Cronos: The New Dawn Gets A Launch Trailer Specifically For Switch 2
So resi evil + dead space….interesting.
Re: Poll: Three Months In, How Would You Rate Switch 2's Library So Far?
I’m also seeing people with lots of switch 2 issues from broken joysticks to dead pixels to powering on or off issues and charging issues with left joy cons
Re: Poll: Three Months In, How Would You Rate Switch 2's Library So Far?
I’m not sure what direction Capcom is going in for the switch but I welcome MHS3.
But will we get a ground up MH or a port of world or wild.
With the talk of disappointing sales for wilds recently I’m unsure of Capcom’s direction. But when monster hunter lands that’s when I join the switch 2 community
Re: Poll: Three Months In, How Would You Rate Switch 2's Library So Far?
It’s odd how it feels like it’s still missing that killer must have the console game!
Re: Ubisoft Employee Explains Why Star Wars Outlaws Is A Game-Key Card
So bottom line is they are saying the sd card is quicker than the game cartridge.
Overview
Nintendo Switch 2 uses microSDXC 7.1 cards, which offer read speeds of around 800-900 MB/s, significantly faster than the original Switch's microSDHC 60-95 MB/s speeds.
However, the cartridge itself is the slowest medium, with games loading from the faster internal storage. This allows the cartridge to function as a key to start the game, while the bulk of the data is accessed from the system's SSD
https://youtu.be/tuxBOAOQV6s?si=_s8kbGHWSvbXmBme
Re: "I Can't Afford To Give It Away For Free" - Silksong's Low Price Is Causing Devs To Re-Evaluate Their Own Games
My rule of thumb when buying games is as follows.
£1 for 1hr of gameplay.
So if the game is 15 hours long or I’m gonna get 15hr gameplay then I pay £15 for it.
If the game is priced at £30 but it’s only got 15hrs of gameplay play I would wait for it to be on sale at £15.
Games that you play for 100s of hours can charge up to the maximum market price point. Eg Monster Hunter when I bought this it was at market value eg £40-£45 I’ve played this for 700hrs but clearly wouldn’t pay £700 for it.
With today’s market value of switch at £40-£45 and switch 2 at £55-70 I’d expect to get 100s of hours from these but not less than their pound equivalent (switch 40-45hrs switch 2 55-70hrs)
Re: The Switch eShop Is Buckling Under The Weight Of Silksong
No interest in this title.
Re: Review: Everybody's Golf Hot Shots (Switch) - Silly, Satisfying, But Hampered By Patchy Performance & Presentation
Day one patch?
Re: Review: Everybody's Golf Hot Shots (Switch) - Silly, Satisfying, But Hampered By Patchy Performance & Presentation
Sounds like they rushed to push this out without a care in the world.
Re: Borderlands 4 Post-Launch Roadmap Outlines The "First Few Months"
With many saying this is struggling to run on switch 2 I imagined the roadmap to be patch after patch to fix it.
Re: Talking Point: Would Drag x Drive Be Better With Miis Or Non-Mouse Control Options?
As a game bout to show off a new play style this is pale in comparison to Arms which was built to achieve the same.
Re: Poll: When The Heck Is Metroid Prime 4 Actually Launching?
At this stage this game has cost them so much. They will need to max sales across switch and switch 2 it’s gotta land Xmas to achieve this. The switch has a very strong line up heading into Xmas but the switch 2 needs a boost.
Re: Switch 2 Sales In The US Are Outpacing The Original Console By 75%
So are we saying 10m by xmas?
Are they actually gonna miss the year end target of 15m by end March or smash it?
Re: Video: So Just How Might These Third-Party Games Run On Switch 2?
@Anachronism I’d love a ground up game but I wouldn’t be surprised if Capcom want to join the franchises back together.
A port of world ultimate inc all dlc and iceboune must be on the cards to plug the gap whilst they develop either a ground up or a dial back wilds port ‘Wilds S’.
I’m happy we’ve got stories 3 coming as this is a great spin off series but my dream would be to get a monster hunter 5 in the old style of gameplay.
Re: Rumour: A Nintendo Direct Is Reportedly Coming Ahead Of Mario's 40th Anniversary
Well they need to remind everyone what the Xmas release schedule looks like.
Air riders
Pokemon
Metroid
Plus tease the post Xmas releases to ensure people pick up switch’s for Xmas
Re: Former PlayStation Head Praises Nintendo For Being "In Touch With Their Fan Base"
The fans hate that Nintendo don’t give them the titles they want. And rely to heavily on Mario and Zelda
Re: Video: So Just How Might These Third-Party Games Run On Switch 2?
Come on…..how did you not cover MH wilds or MH world even.
Re: PSA: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Open Network Test For Switch Announced
How to you get the network test on switch?
Re: Opinion: We Need To Talk About X Games
I’d say demon X but some games it’s actually a cross like monster hunter cross with Metroid
Re: Mario Kart World Wins "Best Nintendo Switch 2 Game" Of Gamescom 2025
If you haven’t already picked these titles up there’s some awesome price promotions on MK world and DK bananza at the game collection. This weekend with 10% when you spend £100.
That makes DK £51 and Mario £57 both full physical new copies.
www.thegamecollection.net (UK only)
Re: Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings Of Ruin Switch Online Game Trial Now Available (Europe)
Monster hunter Stories 2 is an excellent game. You would be a fool to miss a free opportunity to play it!
Re: Review: 8BitDo Arcade Controller For Switch + Switch 2 - The Best Way To Play Street Fighter 6
Looks like switch 2 game pricing is getting more affordable in UK with games like SF6 Key card £38 and DK full hard copy £56, Mario kart full hard copy £62.
Just wish some of the peripherals would come down a bit as £74 for a pro is still ridiculous.
Re: First Footage Of Elden Ring Running On Switch 2 Appears Online
If the bad press continues Nintendo will get involved and help resolve some issues. They want this title to be strong like Witcher was for the switch.
It attracts a new demographic to the switch 2 which is what Nintendo is trying to achieve this generation.
It looks like it’s running ok in docked so handheld shouldn’t be to hard to rectify.
When’s the release date?