Wanna chime in with the "impossible port" crowd. They shouldn't throw this phrase around only because we're used to it. Doom and Witcher III were amazing on Switch, but the whole selling point of the Switch 2 is that it's more powerful and up-to-date. So getting fed this "you should be glad this game even plays on your Nintendo thingy" wording is simply annoying.
I watched the first direct and loved how excited Sakurai himself was ... but then I tried the demo and it really didn't do much for me. I found myself wishing for a more conventional control scheme. So I guess this is just isn't for me, but I hope fans of the first game will enjoy it.
Not having 1080p on the handheld screen for all games seems like such a missed opportunity. 2D games like Broken Sword, Night in the Woods and Mutazione upscale beautifully, but 3D games and in-game text often look pretty rough (Mario Kart 8, Smash Bros. Ultimate).
I usually prefer full scene covers like the Japanese one, but this one feels off. The eye is drawn to Hastings' huge head while Katrielle is crammed into the corner. The unused space of the empty ceiling completes the wonkiness.
Some of the games look right up my alley and I got „Is this Seat Taken“ right away. Great little logic game and the whole vibe reminds me of one of my favorite 3DS games, Brunch Panic.
That limbo state between Switch 1 and Switch 2 feels a little weird right now, though. I think Herdling could benefit from a Switch 2 upgrade, even if it‘s just higher resolution on the handheld screen.
Never finished it on Switch, so it‘s kind of a no-brainer for me. At this point I‘m happy about every game that‘s 1080p in handheld mode, some of my Switch games look pretty rough.
The only scenario I see is putting games on my Christmas wishlist or giving them away as presents to others (but I also made personalized cards with eShop codes in the past, like when I wanted to gift Mutazione to my friends). A nice steelbook for a special game I look forward to might be tempting, but in general I'm against this new development. Might pick it up from the bargain bin if it's on discount, though.
I don't need the sugar-coating. I can put my 25 years old Pokémon Yellow Edition into my 25 years old Gameboy Color and start playing. This device never knew the internet was a thing. And yes, there's bugs that could be patched out. But it simply works. And if I buy a physical game, I want that Gameboy Color feeling and not just a piece of plastic to put on my shelf.
I know technically this is not much worse than having SOME data on the card and having to download the rest … but it feels like a waste of plastic. I‘m not seeing myself re-selling these or talking my friends and family through the „lending“ process. It defeats the purpose of a physical cartridge. I was considering getting Yakuza 0 and/or Hitman for launch, but like this I‘ll just put them on my eShop wishlist and wait for a sale.
There's no reason to put Legends Z-A on the Switch 2, they barely used the Switch to its full potential yet (which launched with "Breath of the Wild" eight years ago).
every now and then I come across an interesting game that looks right up my alley and that I can't wait to play only to realize it was released six years ago
The Another Code remake showed how to not do it. It's the last game that needs a "record scratch - how we got here" opening, but here we are. Sometimes linear storytelling and a slow opening that sets the mood can be a good thing. (They could have easily started with the player controlling Ashley finding a letter at home or exploring the ship.)
"Most people think game development is like a river, that flows swift and sure in one direction, but I have seen the face of Ubisoft and I can tell you they are wrong."
There aren't even any jokes, the characters are just narrating what's happening on-screen. It's like one of those "literal music videos" from 15 years ago.
@Sisilly_G The original, uncropped versions are on Disney+.
I love the joycons and the whole modular system was part of the appeal for me. Always having two controllers with you is amazing and I used table top mode often enough for it not being a gimmick. That said, I don't think the Switch 2 should be held back by it's predecessor design-wise. I'd like to keep using the joycons for multiplayer games, but they don't need to connect to the console.
I'm playing the first part right now and while I enjoy spending time with these characters again, I feel like it doesn't really add much to the original game. The softer art style also makes it lose some of its edge. I feel like a more straightforward port would have been interesting, but I also need to re-visit the original game to make sure I'm not just blinded by nostalgia right now.
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Re: Digital Foundry Delivers A Tech Analysis Of Assassin's Creed Shadows On Switch 2
Wanna chime in with the "impossible port" crowd. They shouldn't throw this phrase around only because we're used to it. Doom and Witcher III were amazing on Switch, but the whole selling point of the Switch 2 is that it's more powerful and up-to-date. So getting fed this "you should be glad this game even plays on your Nintendo thingy" wording is simply annoying.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Kirby Air Riders?
I watched the first direct and loved how excited Sakurai himself was ... but then I tried the demo and it really didn't do much for me. I found myself wishing for a more conventional control scheme. So I guess this is just isn't for me, but I hope fans of the first game will enjoy it.
Re: How Are You Finding Switch Game And App Compatibility On The Switch 2?
Not having 1080p on the handheld screen for all games seems like such a missed opportunity. 2D games like Broken Sword, Night in the Woods and Mutazione upscale beautifully, but 3D games and in-game text often look pretty rough (Mario Kart 8, Smash Bros. Ultimate).
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - Duel: Layton's Mystery Journey: Katrielle And The Millionaires' Conspiracy (Switch)
I usually prefer full scene covers like the Japanese one, but this one feels off. The eye is drawn to Hastings' huge head while Katrielle is crammed into the corner. The unused space of the empty ceiling completes the wonkiness.
Re: Random: The Pokémon Company Is Putting This Pronunciation Debate To Bed
Rye-kwah-zah (I’m German)
Re: Nintendo Indie World Showcase August 2025 - Every Announcement, Game Reveal & Trailer
Some of the games look right up my alley and I got „Is this Seat Taken“ right away. Great little logic game and the whole vibe reminds me of one of my favorite 3DS games, Brunch Panic.
That limbo state between Switch 1 and Switch 2 feels a little weird right now, though. I think Herdling could benefit from a Switch 2 upgrade, even if it‘s just higher resolution on the handheld screen.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting The Switch 2 Upgrade For Kirby And The Forgotten Land?
Never finished it on Switch, so it‘s kind of a no-brainer for me. At this point I‘m happy about every game that‘s 1080p in handheld mode, some of my Switch games look pretty rough.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Indie World Showcase Predictions - What Do You Hope To See?
I'd love something new to get excited about, that looks good on Switch 2 in handheld mode. Doesn't even have to be an exclusive.
Re: Fantasy Life i Is Proving So Popular That Level-5 Has Already Announced Free DLC
love how suprised they sound
Re: Another Switch 2 "Code-In-Box" Physical Release Appears Online
Booooo! Boooooo!!!
Re: Rumour: Ubisoft Might Already Be Teasing More Switch 2 Games
Sands of Time remake please.
Re: Talking Point: Will You Be Buying Any Game-Key Card Switch 2 Games?
The only scenario I see is putting games on my Christmas wishlist or giving them away as presents to others (but I also made personalized cards with eShop codes in the past, like when I wanted to gift Mutazione to my friends). A nice steelbook for a special game I look forward to might be tempting, but in general I'm against this new development. Might pick it up from the bargain bin if it's on discount, though.
Re: Nightdive Studios' CEO Says That Game-Key Cards On Switch 2 Is "Disheartening"
I don't need the sugar-coating. I can put my 25 years old Pokémon Yellow Edition into my 25 years old Gameboy Color and start playing. This device never knew the internet was a thing. And yes, there's bugs that could be patched out. But it simply works. And if I buy a physical game, I want that Gameboy Color feeling and not just a piece of plastic to put on my shelf.
Re: Switch 2 Joy-Con 'HD Rumble' Won't Be As Loud As It Was On Switch
I massaged my dying mother's feet with the joycons when my Pokémon dynamaxed
Re: Every Nintendo Switch 2 Game-Key Card Release
I know technically this is not much worse than having SOME data on the card and having to download the rest … but it feels like a waste of plastic. I‘m not seeing myself re-selling these or talking my friends and family through the „lending“ process. It defeats the purpose of a physical cartridge. I was considering getting Yakuza 0 and/or Hitman for launch, but like this I‘ll just put them on my eShop wishlist and wait for a sale.
Re: Switch 2 GameCube Controller Compatible With Other Games, But There May Be Some "Issues"
@Galaxy2IsTheGOAT I've been using the Gamecube controller for Mario Kart 8 DX, works great.
Re: Feature: 27 GameCube Games We'd Love To See On Nintendo Switch 2 NSO
Prince of Persia - Sands of Time. If they emulate it right this could look better than the HD version.
Re: Random: Yep, Nintendo Switch 2 Game Cartridges Still Taste Disgusting
Licking my new cartridges became a ritual at some point.
Re: Poll: So, How Would You Rate The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct?
I went from "yay Mario Kart" to "yay Mario Kart".
Re: Talking Point: Should We Actually Get Excited For Pokémon Day This Year?
There's no reason to put Legends Z-A on the Switch 2, they barely used the Switch to its full potential yet (which launched with "Breath of the Wild" eight years ago).
Re: Poll: Are There Any Good Lord Of The Rings Games On Nintendo Consoles?
Aragorn's Quest was a lot of fun in multiplayer. I spent an evening hunting crows while riding on horseback through the plains of Rohan with a friend.
Re: Nintendo Switch Finally Surpasses PlayStation 2's Lifetime Sales In The US
@Rob3008 Nintendo DS sold 53.8 million in the US, so 7.2 million apart. (Source: Wikipedia)
Re: New Hand-Drawn 3D Platformer Is Bursting With Nintendo Inventiveness
this gave me motion sickness after five seconds
Re: Level-5 CEO Reconfirms Three Switch Game Releases For 2025
@Bobb
Re: 'Fitness Boxing 3' Overview Trailer Introduces New Workouts And Hunky Instructors
Bernardo, my love ...
Re: Feature: A Trip To Machida, The Real-Life 'Pallet Town' That Inspired Pokémon
Re: Talking Point: What Game Should Be 'Switch 2's 'Skyrim Moment'?
Eldenring. I have no intention of playing it, but it would be great marketing.
Re: Super Mario Party Jamboree Will Include Pauline As A Playable Character
I'm noddin' my head like, yeah
Movin' my hips like, yeah
Re: Mini Review: Starman (Switch) - Won't Blow Your Mind, But Will Chill You Out
every now and then I come across an interesting game that looks right up my alley and that I can't wait to play only to realize it was released six years ago
Re: World Of Goo 2 Switch Update Now Live - New Pro Controller Feature, Fixes And More
One of the levels crashed the game twice for me, so I‘m glad to hear about the update.
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's GBA Library With Pokémon
This looked like Pokémon Ruby from the corner of my eye 😭
Re: Random: "Let Them Play, First Thing!" - Sakurai Is Tired Of Slow Game Openings
The Another Code remake showed how to not do it. It's the last game that needs a "record scratch - how we got here" opening, but here we are. Sometimes linear storytelling and a slow opening that sets the mood can be a good thing. (They could have easily started with the player controlling Ashley finding a letter at home or exploring the ship.)
Re: Nintendo Reveals Disturbing 'Emio' Teaser, And Fans Are Baffled
Re: Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid Is Getting A Local Switch Release This August
It's like that Shin-chan game without Shin-chan, I love it!
Re: Poll: What's Your Switch Game Of The Year Of 2024 So Far?
1. Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
2. stich.
3. Another Code Recollection
4. Tomb Raider I - 3
Re: Ubisoft Toronto Joins Prince Of Persia: The Sands Of Time 'Remake' Project
@Ryu_Niiyama they literally marked it as a spoiler
Re: Ubisoft Toronto Joins Prince Of Persia: The Sands Of Time 'Remake' Project
"Most people think game development is like a river, that flows swift and sure in one direction, but I have seen the face of Ubisoft and I can tell you they are wrong."
Re: Ubisoft Toronto Joins Prince Of Persia: The Sands Of Time 'Remake' Project
@TruthisRare if the Prince doesn‘t look like this I won‘t play 😤
https://pp.userapi.com/c637623/v637623824/75f08/2s6VjI0qBhQ.jpg
Re: Marvelous Officially Reveals Farmagia, A New Monster Game Releasing This Year
Would be nice to see some actual gameplay. Looks like you will grow the monsters on a farm and combat might be card-based?
Re: Nintendo Switch Ending Support For Social Media Platform 'X' Next month
It was my go-to option to quickly get my screenshots online, so I'm a bit miffed.
Re: Rumour: 'Switch 2' Said To Be Fully Backward Compatible With A Larger, 1080p Screen
at this point just announce the thing already
Re: Random: The Simpsons Meets Mario Kart In Bizarre TV Mash-Up
There aren't even any jokes, the characters are just narrating what's happening on-screen. It's like one of those "literal music videos" from 15 years ago.
@Sisilly_G The original, uncropped versions are on Disney+.
Re: Digimon Game Producer Kazumasa Habu Has Left His Role After 12 Years
I enjoyed Cyber Sleuth and Survive, so I'm grateful for his work.
Re: World Of Goo 2 Brings Gooey Mayhem To The Switch In May
The developers announced this back in December, but I completely forgot about it. Looking forward to playing it on Switch!
Re: Video: Digital Foundry's Technical Analysis Of Tomb Raider I-III Remastered
Now if they would just let me play the Switch version... doesn't seem to be live yet.
Re: Video: Digital Foundry Talks 8-Inch 'Switch 2' Screen, Joy-Con Compatibility
I love the joycons and the whole modular system was part of the appeal for me. Always having two controllers with you is amazing and I used table top mode often enough for it not being a gimmick. That said, I don't think the Switch 2 should be held back by it's predecessor design-wise. I'd like to keep using the joycons for multiplayer games, but they don't need to connect to the console.
Re: Hamster Corporation Celebrates 400 Arcade Archives Titles On Switch
that escalated quickly
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Another Code: Recollection?
I'm playing the first part right now and while I enjoy spending time with these characters again, I feel like it doesn't really add much to the original game. The softer art style also makes it lose some of its edge. I feel like a more straightforward port would have been interesting, but I also need to re-visit the original game to make sure I'm not just blinded by nostalgia right now.
Re: 'Switch 2' Launching This Year With 8-Inch LCD Screen, According To New Analyst Rumour
.... how about putting "Rumour" at the beginning of the headline, not at the end?
Re: Talking Point: Which Feature From Each Smash Bros. Game Should Make A Return?
I love how Melee's Adventure Mode really embraced the different game worlds. The Subspace Emissary felt kind of generic a lot of the time.