@Aneira If your speaking in terms of the village quests then your correct. The village quests are meant to be easy, it's seemingly practice for the monsters (more-so geared to newcomers to the series). The hub/online quests are much harder.
Even online the easier hunts are likely do to having a solid veteran team. I've been online with randoms before and it made thens much harder, people carting back to back often being one shotted. For the vets they'll likely have to wait until the end of April update for the harder content, or possibly have the online hub scaled a bit higher.
Ideally I would take a chunk out of Divinity: Original Sin 2, but will likely settle for a few missions in Rebel Galaxy Outlaw, or try to get a bit closer finishing the Witcher 3: Blood & Wine DLC.
More accurately I'll likely never get a chance to touch the switch until after 9 when the kids are in bed, then promptly fall asleep on the couch at 9:30.
Honestly it's just like movies these days. People are: 1. Out of fresh ideas. 2. Realize it's easier to just release an already popular franchise (remakes or comic books turned tv shows/movies) knowing they'll make money, either off of nostalgia or from people who never experienced it before.
All said the second option is much more profitable in the long run.
I wish this infographic included the games that were announced separate from the Nintendo Direct, since there are a lot more quality games slated to come out between now and summer.
@Teksetter Glad I could help. I was watch-listing this one as well, maybe waiting for a sale, but I'm glad I caved. It's always good to have a nice space shooter at the ready should the mood strike you.
@BulbasaurusRex Maybe that is a morality choice, but I personally don't consider it as such. Loosely you could consider it space-western/GTA style game. Its just like most open world games if you do something illegal/stupid then then there will be consequences.
You might be in a sector that's heavily policed, you'll have to blast your way through then fine, if not then don't have contraband, or possibly buy a secret compartment that is shielded from their scanners, or jettison it and come back around and scoop it up later. Take your pick.
All in all the story aspects, you'd find in a sim, are there. You can just focus on the main story and do none of the side missions and do just fine. Though at times you will need to do some side jobs to get enough credits to progress the story (i.e. buy a needed part for your ship), but nothing that wouldn't take a few minutes. However it's when you go off the beaten path is where you find yourself immersed in the setting of story the most, and it really drives you to do those main quests, or just cruise around listening to the radio, mining resources, or shipping cargo from place to place. The choice is up to you.
@Teksetter This is definitely better than everspace. The options you have as a player are far superior. As for the "latch on"/auto follow, you can literally turn that off, as well as aim assist, so that should be a non-issue.
As far as physical you wouldn't be able to get his physical on any platform. As much as I like having physical, I wouldn't miss out on this game over that.
@BruceCM Yes it does seem like its more for TV performance than anything. Which makes me wonder if it would be a simple dock update, and an updated screen on the switch unit itself.
@KateGray Don't let the arm chair journalist ruffle your feathers. It was a great piece. It elicited a very good discussion, based on the very issues you brought out, amongst the users here. Which is what all good journalist do. Kudos.
@Ghostchip @Ghostchip Oh really? I hadn't heard that. I just remember the huge fallout from it, but didn't really hear any comments on how it was after the fact. That's good news to hear, but it begs the question is it too much to ask for that same polish upon release, and not a while afterwards?
@Ghostchip Yes I just saw that too. I will say for No Man's Sky they took it upon themselves to deliver what they said would be in the game, and it turned into some much better. I not sure if they've met all of their initials goals yet. The effort they've put forth thus far has gotten high praise.
@Ghostchip Not rude at all lol. I got caught in talking about Cyberpunk that I mistakenly attributed your comment about them as well. As far as Pokemon, I too don't remember much.
The only thing can I recall is there being some differences in what was shown to the public and what it actually made the final release. For me if felt very minor, but a lot of people were up in arms over it.
@Ghostchip But they did absolutely straight up lie about the game in the early trailers and features they have massive claims of what the game would have, and only a fraction of it was implemented. Even the development time wasn't accurate they literally started 2 years ago, not the 5-7 years that it was claimed to be.
I do however think if they stuck to solely policing it for PC only and not focused on consoles the game would have been much better, and possibly easier for them to work out the bugs, and workarounds for limitations of said consoles. What's done is done now and hindsight is 20/20. I just hope other companies take note to this and temper expectations to more realistic levels next time.
@HamatoYoshi They knew they had an unfinished product though, why they had so many delays they could have delayed it again, they may have lost some preorders and further angered fans but all would have be forgiven if they released what they said/intended to release. They decided that they didn't want to ire of fans by delaying it further. So instead they received the ire of fans by releasing a game that they knowing knew wasn't complete, and didn't deliver a lot of things they said it would.
Now that can be squarely placed on the company, as it has been confirmed that the devs didn't want to push out a very subpar product with their names on it.
@RupeeClock I'm not sure how much of No Many Sky I can blame of Sony. I distinctly remember the No Man's Sky lead developer going on a late night talk show and hyping up the came and specifically say that you can do this and that, namely being able to meet someone on the same planet. That want's put into the game until way later, and when it did show up it wasn't as the lead dev had said it would be. He also made claims it would take a person so many days to reach the center of the galaxy, which was also debunked when a guy tested it out and it took about on a few hours
Honestly there aren't many developers that can be trusted with delivering a finished product day one. Nintendo can do it for the most point, but even they had to issue a day one patch with Breathe of the Wild. Though for the most part it was still only 200 mb?
As Nintendo fans we often complain about delays and "droughts", but for the most part those games are almost always near perfection, other times they can be found lacking (looking at you Mario Party).
Should note that South Park: Fractured But Whole's gold edition was the best deal of the bunch costing $90 for the game and all DLC's, but was only $23 dollars during this sell.
@Henmii This game is pretty great. I hate rouge-likes, but this one is different. I can't help but come back to it since the story keeps unfolding each and every attempt. I thought that the cosmetic additions were just that, but no, they too play a part. This game was very well done, and I'm glad I decided to take a leap of faith on it.
@Ness_Main I don't know about that. I thought the same since I detest these types of games, but the story and all the different things the game allows you to is simply awesome. I watched a few different non-spoiler gameplays to help me decide. Glad I gave it a shot.
@KingKRoolMain Yea, its a bummer. I got used to it though after a while, it made the dungeon a bit more immersive. Having to be quick and think on the fly since you could get attacked at a moments notice.
@rosemo I'm with you on that. Very few games provide DLC that includes something substantial. It's my sole reason behind waiting for complete editions of games, so I can avoid the whole DLC cash grab that most devs use nowadays. Saves money and teaches the kids a lesson in patience.
@SLIGEACH_EIRE Just keep resetting should show up. Had it happen to me a couple of times had to load up the save again, and campfire to the correct time of day, sometimes its not exact. Give it a few minutes in game.
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Re: Feature: Best Visual Novels For Nintendo Switch
@ZeldaNX @Handy_Man
Just in case you two missed the news:
https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2021/04/the_great_ace_attorney_chronicles_brings_long-awaited_games_to_switch_this_july
Re: Space Commander: War And Trade Will Boldly Go Onto Switch In May
@ChromaticDracula You'll love Rebel Galaxy Outlaw then.
Re: Space Commander: War And Trade Will Boldly Go Onto Switch In May
@Magician Definitely give Rebel Galaxy Outlaw a go. It's really well done.
Re: Random: Did You Catch The Easter Eggs In The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles Trailer?
@NintendoGamer202444
Nothing at all. His wife's name however....
Re: Review: Monster Hunter Rise - A New Apex For Capcom's Beastly Franchise
@Aneira If your speaking in terms of the village quests then your correct. The village quests are meant to be easy, it's seemingly practice for the monsters (more-so geared to newcomers to the series). The hub/online quests are much harder.
Even online the easier hunts are likely do to having a solid veteran team. I've been online with randoms before and it made thens much harder, people carting back to back often being one shotted. For the vets they'll likely have to wait until the end of April update for the harder content, or possibly have the online hub scaled a bit higher.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 13th)
Ideally I would take a chunk out of Divinity: Original Sin 2, but will likely settle for a few missions in Rebel Galaxy Outlaw, or try to get a bit closer finishing the Witcher 3: Blood & Wine DLC.
More accurately I'll likely never get a chance to touch the switch until after 9 when the kids are in bed, then promptly fall asleep on the couch at 9:30.
Re: Soapbox: I'm Tired Of Ports And Remakes - Where Are All Nintendo's New Ideas?
Honestly it's just like movies these days. People are: 1. Out of fresh ideas. 2. Realize it's easier to just release an already popular franchise (remakes or comic books turned tv shows/movies) knowing they'll make money, either off of nostalgia or from people who never experienced it before.
All said the second option is much more profitable in the long run.
Re: Bethesda's Future Games Will Be "Where Game Pass Exists"
Just give us Fable 1 & 2, keep all the Bethesda game.
Re: Mojang's Flames Of The Nether DLC Pack For Minecraft Dungeons Is Out Now
Is this included with the hero edition or does it have to be bought separately?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 20th)
Rebel Galaxy Outlaw all weekend. Gotta be a space cowboy.
Re: New Nintendo Infographic Shows Off The 30+ Games Announced During This Week's Direct
I wish this infographic included the games that were announced separate from the Nintendo Direct, since there are a lot more quality games slated to come out between now and summer.
Re: The 3DS Game Miitopia Is Coming To Nintendo Switch This May
Give us Fantasy Life!
Re: Zelda: Skyward Sword HD Hits Switch This July Alongside Themed Joy-Con
After the Wii version, the release on Wii U and now Switch...no thanks.
Re: Nintendo Direct To Air Tomorrow, Wednesday 17th February
Ok! Who's in charge of making the Nintendo Direct Bingo card?
Re: Review: Rebel Galaxy Outlaw - Deliciously Daring Dogfighting In The Depths Of Space
@Teksetter Glad I could help. I was watch-listing this one as well, maybe waiting for a sale, but I'm glad I caved. It's always good to have a nice space shooter at the ready should the mood strike you.
Re: Review: Rebel Galaxy Outlaw - Deliciously Daring Dogfighting In The Depths Of Space
@BulbasaurusRex Maybe that is a morality choice, but I personally don't consider it as such. Loosely you could consider it space-western/GTA style game. Its just like most open world games if you do something illegal/stupid then then there will be consequences.
You might be in a sector that's heavily policed, you'll have to blast your way through then fine, if not then don't have contraband, or possibly buy a secret compartment that is shielded from their scanners, or jettison it and come back around and scoop it up later. Take your pick.
All in all the story aspects, you'd find in a sim, are there. You can just focus on the main story and do none of the side missions and do just fine. Though at times you will need to do some side jobs to get enough credits to progress the story (i.e. buy a needed part for your ship), but nothing that wouldn't take a few minutes. However it's when you go off the beaten path is where you find yourself immersed in the setting of story the most, and it really drives you to do those main quests, or just cruise around listening to the radio, mining resources, or shipping cargo from place to place. The choice is up to you.
Re: Review: Rebel Galaxy Outlaw - Deliciously Daring Dogfighting In The Depths Of Space
@BulbasaurusRex There is no morality choices to be had you can do what you want.
Auto-follow and aim-assist can be turned off, so not sure why this would be something that would deter you.
Re: Review: Rebel Galaxy Outlaw - Deliciously Daring Dogfighting In The Depths Of Space
@Teksetter This is definitely better than everspace. The options you have as a player are far superior. As for the "latch on"/auto follow, you can literally turn that off, as well as aim assist, so that should be a non-issue.
As far as physical you wouldn't be able to get his physical on any platform. As much as I like having physical, I wouldn't miss out on this game over that.
Re: Review: Everspace - Stellar Edition - An Entertaining Roguelike Which Fuses FTL With Rogue Squadron
Can't decide between this or Rebel Galaxy Outlaw.
Re: Nintendo Will Discuss Upcoming Switch Games "At The Appropriate Time"
Take your time Nintendo, I'm still on the second island in Divinity 2 and my backlog weeps from lack of attention.
Re: Talking Point: So, What Are The Chances We'll See A 'New' Nintendo Switch In 2021?
@BruceCM Yes it does seem like its more for TV performance than anything. Which makes me wonder if it would be a simple dock update, and an updated screen on the switch unit itself.
Re: Ori Director Criticises "Snake Oil Salesmen" Behind No Man's Sky, Cyberpunk, And Fable
@KateGray Don't let the arm chair journalist ruffle your feathers. It was a great piece. It elicited a very good discussion, based on the very issues you brought out, amongst the users here. Which is what all good journalist do. Kudos.
Re: Ori Director Criticises "Snake Oil Salesmen" Behind No Man's Sky, Cyberpunk, And Fable
@Ghostchip @Ghostchip Oh really? I hadn't heard that. I just remember the huge fallout from it, but didn't really hear any comments on how it was after the fact. That's good news to hear, but it begs the question is it too much to ask for that same polish upon release, and not a while afterwards?
Re: Ori Director Criticises "Snake Oil Salesmen" Behind No Man's Sky, Cyberpunk, And Fable
@Ghostchip Yes I just saw that too. I will say for No Man's Sky they took it upon themselves to deliver what they said would be in the game, and it turned into some much better. I not sure if they've met all of their initials goals yet. The effort they've put forth thus far has gotten high praise.
Re: Ori Director Criticises "Snake Oil Salesmen" Behind No Man's Sky, Cyberpunk, And Fable
@Ghostchip Not rude at all lol. I got caught in talking about Cyberpunk that I mistakenly attributed your comment about them as well. As far as Pokemon, I too don't remember much.
The only thing can I recall is there being some differences in what was shown to the public and what it actually made the final release. For me if felt very minor, but a lot of people were up in arms over it.
Re: Ori Director Criticises "Snake Oil Salesmen" Behind No Man's Sky, Cyberpunk, And Fable
@Ghostchip But they did absolutely straight up lie about the game in the early trailers and features they have massive claims of what the game would have, and only a fraction of it was implemented. Even the development time wasn't accurate they literally started 2 years ago, not the 5-7 years that it was claimed to be.
I do however think if they stuck to solely policing it for PC only and not focused on consoles the game would have been much better, and possibly easier for them to work out the bugs, and workarounds for limitations of said consoles. What's done is done now and hindsight is 20/20. I just hope other companies take note to this and temper expectations to more realistic levels next time.
Re: Ori Director Criticises "Snake Oil Salesmen" Behind No Man's Sky, Cyberpunk, And Fable
@HamatoYoshi They knew they had an unfinished product though, why they had so many delays they could have delayed it again, they may have lost some preorders and further angered fans but all would have be forgiven if they released what they said/intended to release. They decided that they didn't want to ire of fans by delaying it further. So instead they received the ire of fans by releasing a game that they knowing knew wasn't complete, and didn't deliver a lot of things they said it would.
Now that can be squarely placed on the company, as it has been confirmed that the devs didn't want to push out a very subpar product with their names on it.
Re: Ori Director Criticises "Snake Oil Salesmen" Behind No Man's Sky, Cyberpunk, And Fable
@RupeeClock I'm not sure how much of No Many Sky I can blame of Sony. I distinctly remember the No Man's Sky lead developer going on a late night talk show and hyping up the came and specifically say that you can do this and that, namely being able to meet someone on the same planet. That want's put into the game until way later, and when it did show up it wasn't as the lead dev had said it would be. He also made claims it would take a person so many days to reach the center of the galaxy, which was also debunked when a guy tested it out and it took about on a few hours
Honestly there aren't many developers that can be trusted with delivering a finished product day one. Nintendo can do it for the most point, but even they had to issue a day one patch with Breathe of the Wild. Though for the most part it was still only 200 mb?
As Nintendo fans we often complain about delays and "droughts", but for the most part those games are almost always near perfection, other times they can be found lacking (looking at you Mario Party).
Re: Physical Version Of Kingdoms of Amalur For Switch Includes The "Full Game" On Cartridge
Guess this is as close to Fable as I'll ever get on the Switch.
Re: Video: This Guardian Kill Takes Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Trick Shots To New Heights
Guess I'll finally buy it (had it on Wii U), think it's time my youngest played his first Zelda game.
Re: Nintendo Unveils Brand New 'Mario Red & Blue' Switch Console
Took them long enough
Re: Preview: Monster Hunter Rise Feels Like A Glorious Homecoming For The Series, Not A Side-Story
@RandomAfricanGamer From what I've read, its 30 times (quests) single player, online multiplayer available until they take it down in February.
Re: Ubisoft Switch Sale Discounts Immortals Fenyx Rising, Mario + Rabbids And Plenty More
Should note that South Park: Fractured But Whole's gold edition was the best deal of the bunch costing $90 for the game and all DLC's, but was only $23 dollars during this sell.
Re: Random: The NSO Icon On The Switch Home Menu Is Driving Some Users Crazy
Meh. People are just looking to complain about something at this point.
Re: Nintendo Announces Huge Cyber Deals Sale For Europe, Up To 75% Off Top Games
@popey1980 This is the way.
Re: Nintendo Goes Big With Cyber Deals Sale, Up To 50% Off Top Switch Games (North America)
@Jbarnes101 Thanks for the tip. I might be able to convince the wife. The kids might be a tad too young for this just yet.
Re: Nintendo Goes Big With Cyber Deals Sale, Up To 50% Off Top Switch Games (North America)
Do I finally try out Diablo III?
Re: Poll: Are You Getting Any Of These New Nintendo Switch Releases?
Nothing until MH: Rise, unless LoZ or Prime 4 comes out before then.
Re: Review: Hades - A Heavenly Trip Into Hell That's Utterly Essential For All Switch Owners
@Henmii This game is pretty great. I hate rouge-likes, but this one is different. I can't help but come back to it since the story keeps unfolding each and every attempt. I thought that the cosmetic additions were just that, but no, they too play a part. This game was very well done, and I'm glad I decided to take a leap of faith on it.
@Ness_Main I don't know about that. I thought the same since I detest these types of games, but the story and all the different things the game allows you to is simply awesome. I watched a few different non-spoiler gameplays to help me decide. Glad I gave it a shot.
Re: It's Official, Monster Hunter Rise Confirmed For Nintendo Switch
@Leu10antFalcon I wonder how much more it will add to the 15 million Japanese switch sales.
@TG16_IS_BAE Is there no local multiplayer? I'd much rather have that over online whenever possible.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 8th)
Don't know about anyone else, but I'm still trying to escape Fort Joy.
Re: Minecraft Dungeons
@KingKRoolMain Interesting, I haven't had that issue.
Re: Minecraft Dungeons
@KingKRoolMain Yea, its a bummer. I got used to it though after a while, it made the dungeon a bit more immersive. Having to be quick and think on the fly since you could get attacked at a moments notice.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 28th)
Good Job! and Ringfit Adventure for sure.
Quarantine sure puts not having more than one switch into perspective
Re: Mobile Hit Fire Emblem Heroes Introduces A New Subscription-Based Service
@rosemo I'm with you on that. Very few games provide DLC that includes something substantial. It's my sole reason behind waiting for complete editions of games, so I can avoid the whole DLC cash grab that most devs use nowadays. Saves money and teaches the kids a lesson in patience.
Re: Guide: Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For February And March 2020
@jarvismp You won't find any argument from me. Absolutely agree.
Re: Guide: Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For February And March 2020
@jarvismp Figurine, board game, steel book, stickers, artbook soundtrack, and the actual game of course.
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Re: Random: Nintendo UK Continues To Advertise Ring Fit Adventure Despite Stock Shortages
@Dogorilla Did you check Amazon UK? I got a copy from there around Christmas time.
Re: Review: Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia (3DS)
Got mine early. Its is loads of fun, it is reminiscent of Awakening. I like SoV's story slightly better though.
Re: Guide: How to Farm Dragon Parts in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
@SLIGEACH_EIRE Just keep resetting should show up. Had it happen to me a couple of times had to load up the save again, and campfire to the correct time of day, sometimes its not exact. Give it a few minutes in game.