I always thought that the Vania part of Metroidvania was the rpg like elements, ie different armor, weapons, leveling up, etc. Otherwise games without these rpgish mechanics are just like Metroid.
@HamatoYoshi from the review; "Which is where a problem comes in. Rayne is indeed made for whizzing and slashing – both words for weeing but that’s not what we mean..."
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Re: Hideki Kamiya Would Like You To Play The First Two Bayonetta Games Before Trying The Third
@Tantani @Frappa @BTB20
I meant re-release Bayonetta 2 with the code for Bayo 1 physically. Almost impossible to find where I live.
Re: Hideki Kamiya Would Like You To Play The First Two Bayonetta Games Before Trying The Third
Sure, re-release them and I'll gladly buy and play them.
Re: Talking Point: What Could NFTs Mean For Gaming, And Why Are They So Divisive?
I have reread "What is an NFT" many times and still have no idea what it is.
Re: Spike Chunsoft Switch eShop Sale Is Live, Discounts Up To 85% Available (North America)
@Offolsense @BananaMetallurgica @JustMonika @dBackLash
Thank you all!
Re: Spike Chunsoft Switch eShop Sale Is Live, Discounts Up To 85% Available (North America)
Where should one start with Steins Gate?
Re: 2021's Game Boy RPG 'Dragonborne' Is Getting A Fancy DX Version For Game Boy Color
@Splodge cool thank you
Re: 2021's Game Boy RPG 'Dragonborne' Is Getting A Fancy DX Version For Game Boy Color
Has anyone played this yet? Is it any good?
Re: 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim On Switch Will Feature Brand New Bonus Content
@JustMonika cool, thank you!
Re: 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim On Switch Will Feature Brand New Bonus Content
Will this be physical or digital only?
Re: .hack//G.U. Last Recode Is Coming To Nintendo Switch Next Year
I just got this on the PS4 like a month ago. Oh well, I'll end up double dipping.
Re: The New Zelda Game & Watch Hides A Cool Little Secret
Ok. This might sound stupid but, I want one of these now.
Re: Soapbox: What Makes A Game A Good Metroidvania Anyway?
I always thought that the Vania part of Metroidvania was the rpg like elements, ie different armor, weapons, leveling up, etc. Otherwise games without these rpgish mechanics are just like Metroid.
Re: Poll: Metroid Dread Is Out Today On Switch, Are You Getting It?
Going to pick it up after work today. Very excited to play this!
Re: Rune Factory 5 Physical And Limited Editions Now Up For Pre-Order
Still gonna get the Limited Edition here in the states. Though I wish it had the plushie.
Re: Nintendo Download: 30th September (North America)
@fragranthills cool, thank you for the info!
Re: Nintendo Download: 30th September (North America)
@fragranthills where did you get Cotton Tribute physically? Playasaia?
Re: Castlevania Advance Collection Is Out Today On Nintendo Switch eShop
@sixrings this and Kotor
Re: Poll: WarioWare: Get It Together! Is Out Today On Switch, Are You Getting It?
I miss the Wario Land series...
Re: Razion EX Launches On Nintendo Switch This Month, Here's Your First Look
@nintendolife
Finally getting a digital release September 16 2021.
Re: Review: BloodRayne Betrayal: Fresh Bites - Sheer Bloody Style Atones For Poor Platforming
@HamatoYoshi from the review;
"Which is where a problem comes in. Rayne is indeed made for whizzing and slashing – both words for weeing but that’s not what we mean..."
Re: Review: BloodRayne Betrayal: Fresh Bites - Sheer Bloody Style Atones For Poor Platforming
I learn so much about British slang on this site. I never knew slashing meant urinating.
Re: 'Bittersweet Birthday' Brings Bullet Hell Adventure To Switch In 2022
When the article said bullet hell, I was thinking a shmup. Disappointed with the video. Not that Switch is hurting for shmups mind you.
Re: Atari's Classic Arcade Shooter Returns When Centipede: Recharged Fires Onto Switch
Not a fan of the art style. Skipping this one.
Re: Check Out This Detailed Overview Of Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot On Switch
Already have this on Xbone but am going to double dip.
Re: Review: Blaster Master Zero 3 - A Masterful Conclusion To The Trilogy
Beat the game this evening. Ending was pretty good. Overall I found this one a tad too easy. Still a great experience though!!
Re: Review: Blaster Master Zero 3 - A Masterful Conclusion To The Trilogy
@Jackpaza0508 yup. Bad I know.
Re: Review: Blaster Master Zero 3 - A Masterful Conclusion To The Trilogy
Having a blast with the game so far. 😄
Re: Mini Review: Arcade Archives VENDETTA - Konami's Finest Belt-Scrolling Brawler? You'd Better Believe It
@HamatoYoshi I despise the term Metroidvania. They throw that word around way too much. And they use the term incorrectly.
Re: Dotemu 'Apologise Unreservedly' As Streets Of Rage 4 DLC Is Unavailable On Switch
@Znake you're being facetious right?
Re: Switch OLED Success "Could Set A Precedent For Charging More Across The Industry", Analyst Warns
@Ralizah LMAO! It really is the ugliest console I've ever seen!!! That is a very apt description!
Re: Sakurai Reminds Us There's Only One DLC Fighter Left For Smash Ultimate (Again)
I look forward to the comments section on this one.
Re: This Guide To Japanese RPGs Is Amazing, And Also Out Of Stock
@Noisy_neighbour lol admittedly only read some of the article.
Re: This Guide To Japanese RPGs Is Amazing, And Also Out Of Stock
When I check the website it says Available soon, coming October 4th 2021. Reprint maybe?
Re: Universal's New Streaming Exclusivity Deal Will Affect Super Mario Movie
@Clammy him or Lou Albano.
Re: The Big 1.0.5 Patch For Story Of Seasons Is Out This Weekend
Update is live in the US.
Re: The Big 1.0.5 Patch For Story Of Seasons Is Out This Weekend
I've been looking forward to this patch. I haven't played since launch week and will be starting over this weekend.
Re: First Impressions: Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Is An RPG Of Monstrous Potential
You lost me at "Monstie".
Re: Final Fantasy IX Is Being Turned Into An Animated Series
@AlienigenX The Castlevania anime would beg to differ...
Re: The Metroid Dread Special Edition Set Is Looking A Bit Tasty
Metroid is one of my favorite franchises but 90 bucks is too steep for me.
Re: Story Of Seasons DLC Part 2 Is Now Available, With New People To Marry
I'm still waiting for the next update to fix the makers. I haven't played since launch week.
Re: Poll: The Famicom Detective Club Games Are Out Today On Switch, Are You Getting Them?
I would have gladly bought a physical edition. With digital only, I will wait for a sale.
Re: Disney And Dotemu Releasing LucasArts Classic Games On Switch eShop Next Month
This has made my day!
Re: Bandai Namco Just Registered Trademarks For The GameCube Exclusive Series Baten Kaitos
@kkslider5552000 I was so disappointed by PSO 3.
Re: Anime And Manga Series 'Made In Abyss' Is Coming To Switch As A 3D Action RPG
Love the Manga! Haven't gotten to watch the anime yet.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 1st)
Probably some monster hunter and Ghost of Tsushima. Just got Ghost and am loving it!!!
Re: Mortal Kombat Movie Comes Out Fighting With A $22.5m US Box Office Opening
@Crockin You're right. It would have made a good TV show...in the right hands.
Re: Mortal Kombat Movie Comes Out Fighting With A $22.5m US Box Office Opening
I thought it was pretty good. The opening scene was particularly good and I wish the rest of the movie would have had that quality throughout.
Re: Xbox Cloud On Switch? Nintendo Won't Allow It, Says Industry Analyst
Meh. Streaming games doesn't interest me at all anyway.
Re: Sonic Character Props Spotted On Film Set Of Sonic The Hedgehog 2
@Zach777 I actually laughed out loud at that!
Re: Rumour: Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot Could Be Switch-Bound, According To New Leak
Please give us Dark Souls 2 and 3 on Switch!!!!