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Sorry, but you lost me at "procedurally generated worlds."
A beautiful handcrafted game world cannot be replaced by a throwaway, random world that no one else but you experiences. Outside of a "don't die" endless runner, these things never actually feel "fresh" to me.
They just feel insignificant and barren.

That Bloodstained... That 8-Bit... That is looking real good.

Wow... That's actually really exciting.

This makes me so smiley. And for 2 reasons:
1: The 3DS is a massive storehouse for a load of epic titles for me personally. I have titles from the DS, GBA, GB, NES, SNES, GBC, and dozens of indie DL titles that aren't present anywhere else.
2: Nintendo supporting it creates a first-world problem that pisses off idiots.

Boy, they do love to shove FFXV down our throats any time the opportunity arises.

I wonder what his son, Alpha Omega Sin has to say about it...

Yussss!
This is one I missed on the Wii U. So glad it's coming to the Switch.

Gives a new meaning to "blow on the cartridge."

Bee Ess

@SethNintendo sounds like Nintendo took the high road to appease a tantruming customer. Good for them.

Twice now I've sent in an out of warranty device (2 different 1st Gen 3DS-es) and Nintendo repaired them... Once for free and once for around $40. They're just great with customer service.
It seems to me that they consider your Nintendo account as well because I've had the customer service rep comment about my longtime loyalty and thank me for my loyalty, then had them explain the repair process.

I wonder what the MSRP is for Max...
The demo sold me on the game, but not for $50. I guess it ultimately depends on the amount of content, but I seems like a $30 game to me.

@Deleted84 now that was a bitter rant. Well done. Have fun griping about games you won't buy and about how angry you are at Nintendo! I wish I knew how to game like that... Like a mature, 30-something. I'm only 37, so what do I know? Haha

@Deleted84 I feel sad for you. It must be lemons for breakfast everyday over there at your place.

Oh please let this come to the US.

Patience is rewarded. I shall be definitely be snapping up a copy.

Oh no. Thassnobueno

Already pre-ordered 👍

Night Sky anyone?

@crackafreeze yeah, I'm really enjoying this one. True Nintendo veterans and legit nerds this time 👍

Radio Free Nintendo pretty meets my Nintendo podcast needs.
I'll give this month's NP podcast a shot, but last month's Krysta-fest was too much cringe for me to finish.

@dereq thanks so much for pointing out that option.

3D functionality makes this a 3DS title for me. I love the Switch, but I'd rather play any sprite-based side-scroller with that 3D slider cranked up.
It's a beautiful thing.

This is frigging wonderful news.
deBlob remains to be not only one of my favorite Wii titles, but it is one of my favorite games, period.

That tagline is pretty good, @Dom.
Keep it up and you'll soon be out of the doghouse for that Space Dave review 👍

@brandonbwii touche

@daveh30 I also love how you set yourself on a step above me by inferring that I am a child.
Check my profile, sir. 😑

@daveh30 trust?
What are you even talking about, Dave?

My assessment of Atooi's recent misfires is based upon my own years of playing their great games and following their development and changes... Their own repeated statements regarding the confusion over why their titles (Moon, Bomb Monkey, Chicken Wiggle, MM Super Challenge) didn't perform in sales as expected are clear evidence in support of my opinion.
Your opinion sounds to be based upon how much you love their games. And that's it.
Which is why you shifted the discussion away from my original point: Jools obviously needs to get his ducks properly set in a row.

So glad this review was handled by a professional. I needed to hear what @zipmon specifically had to say about it.
I loved the original and after reading this, I can honestly land at "want, don't need."
Great write up, per usual.

@daveh30 your rational requires too many maybes.

@daveh30 Treasurenauts was announced and gameplay shown before production even began on Totes, Chicken Wiggle, Xeodrifter or MM Super Challenge.
It seems obvious to me that there isn't a very solid game plan laid out at Jool's house.

"As a designer and artist, I like to explore different ideas and challenge myself by embarking on things that I haven't done before."

"What's next for you and the team?"

"Xeodrifter is due to be released February 15. Totes The Goat is at Nintendo Lot Check now, so that should be released sometime in March... After that we will be releasing Soccer Slammers on Switch in time for the World Cup. We're kicking around the idea of running a Kickstarter campaign to bring an HD version of Chicken Wiggle to Switch with new high definition artwork. Other than that we're still hammering away on Treasurenauts."

So, in other words... It's mostly re-releases of stuff they've done before, despite having announced Treasurenauts 3 years ago.
Does that seem like a contradiction to anyone else?

I'll wait on a price drop.
There are just too many good games available for the Switch that I'm not playing.
And I do agree that 5 is way harsh.
They gave it an 8/10 over at NWR and had this to say: If you are a fan of classic arcade games, I’d highly recommended Space Dave!, as it’s a prime example of a great pick-up-and-play game. The addictive gameplay had me always wanting to come back for one more round over and over again, proving that Choice Provisions successfully executed on what they were trying to deliver - a solid arcade experience.
That sounds like someone who understands what Choice Provisions accomplished. These devs are far from "monkeys" as @HauntedNostril so belligerently referred to them.
Whoa Dave was awesome enough to merit a chance for Space Dave.

@aaronsullivan that bit you mention about not going deep or disagreeing is called being fake.
C'mon. You can surely see that.

Man, it's official: Krysta Yang is the problem on Nintendo Minute, and this month, the Nintendo Power Podcast.
All she has is contrived, filler commentary and a forced attempt at humor... But no substantial contribution whatsoever.
Why is she present on the podcast, not to mention the YouTube series?
I couldn't even finish the latest episode of the NP podcast... The cringe was too much.

Very cool. Please showcase more Nintendo Nerdery like this in the future! 🐺

Hmm...
I'd have thought the tagline would've been: "Zelda's modern take on dungeons, tri-sected."
Y'know...
'Cause it's a Zelda game...
And... the Triforce is a thing.

Whoa Dave was a friggin gem. I'll definitely be snapping up Space Dave ASAP.

As a carnetarian, I am extremely offended by this and I will not support any game that espouses such rampant hatred for helpless vegetation.

Short answer: heck yeah, I'd buy a Steamworld Dig 2 cart!
If, however we're talking about a Dig collection with both games on the cart, I'd preorder it the minute it was announced. No doubt. I love this series.

Merry Christmas , NintendoLife.
You all are still my favorite Nintendo place with my favorite Nintendo people, even after 7 years.
@ThomasBW84 you will be truly missed.

RXN: Raijin is destined for failure at that price.

Welcome, Dom! Congrats!
I'm always open to changes so it'll be a good time having your personality added into the stew.
Merry Christmas and happy gaming.

They were good times, @ThomasBW84.
I was there when the hands changed from James to you, and I must say that you definitely did not burn down the place. Nintendo Life remains my go-to place for Nintendo news and reviews.
Well done, and congrats on your new job at CIRCLE.

Nice. Been intending on supporting Two Tribes and their last game since the Wii U Version was announced. It's great to see them exit on a high note. Should be some serious fun had with Rive soon.

I've only played the original on PS3, but I loved Valkyria Chronicles so much. IMO, Nintendo​​​ blatantly mimicked this title with Codename S.T.E.A.M. (which really is good in its own right.)
Anyways, I'm extremely excited that Sega decided to bring this to the Switch.

Exactly what here's-some-politics-with-your-Cartoon Network deserves. Wouldn't have bought it on principle, but knowing that it's lame game makes it a lot nicer.

That actually looks pretty fun.
Stoner? Reeeally...

Physical version whenever possible here.

A return of old school Super Mario would be a dream come true? Please bring back the magic, Miyamoto-San!