@Froid12 "the developers themselves flagged that it should take you roughly 100 hours to clear, and that’s not including the mountain of optional side content." This article, of course. Did you even read it?
Wishing those who will watch fun. It's not for me. To be honest I think it's stupid to have game of the year awards in December. Should be January, when the year is actually over. But hey, here we are.
100 hours, that's a hefty time. I feel that all JRPG creators have a need to boast about the length of the game, but ultimately, it's what you do with that length that counts. As with many other things in life.
I had doubts about this game, but I think I'll happily pass on this one in favour of shorter games. That backlog isn't getting any shorter with all those massive JRPGs to play!
I abandoned the first one, because I thought battles dragged on too long and there was no way to speed them up. I also didn't enjoy the excessive grinding needed to level characters up if they weren't part of your party for some time. So I don't know. I think I'll pass, despite loving the art direction of the games.
I won't read the review yet, because I want to go in unspoiled as much as possible, but love seeing the game get a 9/10. It'll probably be that for me as well, I think! Can't wait to get started. I have 2 weeks leave from work, so I'll have all the time to play!
Love the app! I currently have the random option on, so I can get the best of all worlds, so to speak. The addition of more themes is welcome. If only they did this for Switch and Switch 2... I'd love to have themes for the games I love... But I guess those are times long past.
I'll probably just start on Normal and then try Hard mode. I enjoyed it in the first Metroid Prime. But I'm getting older and my reflexes are getting worse, hahaha.
I like the fact that there's a team now. I'm sure they'll mix things up in the formula a bit, which I think is a good thing. I'm certain there will be plenty of "solitude" in the game.
Really don't care for Call of Duty, but happy for those who are looking forward to playing a game in the series on Switch. It's definitely not the type of game I buy Nintendo hardware for.
@SoIDecidedTo I don't understand people's fixation on Nintendo acquiring Rare at this point. They are nowhere near to what they were during the Nintendo days in the 90s and 00s.
This sounds right up my alley as a TBOI fanboy. That game is also brutal, depending on the chosen character and whatever luck of the draw you have, pick-ups wise.
Will you be doing a video review of this one, too?
I ordered all amiibos for this game. I usually don't really care for their functions, I just like to display them with my games and make fun dioramas with them. To be honest, I'd rather unlock the Sylux footage myself, than use the Amiibo to get the cutscene.
Well, that's definitely a song I heard! Can't quite make out if they're trying their best to be a Metallica parody, or not, with the vocals. But the lyrics are pretty on the nose, haha.
I am going to complete ToTK first before digging into this one. But I love to see all the new stuff and fixes they add. Hopefully they'll keep this going!
@Excalibur_120 Okay, well, everybody has different hobbies. I'm certain you have a couple that other people would find a waste of time, too. As long as people get enjoyment out of whatever it is they are doing and they're not harming anyone, what's not to admire about it?
Doing what Nintendon't, I see. It seems he just built his own Star Fox, but with a wolf/dog? I mean, it's very obvious. This game has some serious Engine No 9. vibes. I hope it'll work out for him. The example I gave most certainly didn't...
It's great that it exists, but no, I am not going to get it. The Rosalina Amiibo on the other hand. I might just bite for that one, seeing as it's so cute with the Lumas surrounding her.
Yeah, this one doesn't really appeal to me at all. I'm not someone to judge a game by its graphics, but in this case I don't think it's for me also based on the actual gameplay I've seen.
If PVP is forced, it's gonna be a big no for me, dog. I just don't like fighting other players online. Mostly because I suck at it too hard and can't be arsed to get into stressful combat with actual people online. Ewww...
6 hours of music! I sure didn't expect that! Glad to see it added, as it is a relatively new title. Still, the wait for any Xenoblade Chronicles OSTs is long and I really wish they would add these particular soundtracks sooner, rather than later. Fire Emblem: Three Houses too.
I still needed to use up saved up leave, so I decided to take a leave from work during the first two weeks of December. Good timing on my part, so I can dig in when the game arrives!
I don't have the game yet, but my estimate is 8/10. Although I hope it to be one point higher once I have a copy. I'm holding out because I put it on my Yule wishlist. My only caveat is that I am not too big on racing games in general, and this game is, well, a pure racing game, haha. But seeing as it has so much content and challenges, I'm sure I'll be spending lots of hours trying to beat the challenges same as I did in Smash Bros.
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Re: Nintendo Reveals New Line Of Metroid Merch, And We Want It All
@DennyCrane you bet, hahaha
Re: Nintendo Reveals New Line Of Metroid Merch, And We Want It All
Wow, those are some really cool things! Hopefully I can get my hands on at least a few of them!
Re: Review: Octopath Traveler 0 (Switch 2) - A Bit Of A Retread, But Unmissable (And Enormous)
@Froid12 "the developers themselves flagged that it should take you roughly 100 hours to clear, and that’s not including the mountain of optional side content." This article, of course. Did you even read it?
Re: Review: Octopath Traveler 0 (Switch 2) - A Bit Of A Retread, But Unmissable (And Enormous)
@Froid12 that's not what the article says...
Re: The Game Awards 2025: Time, Date & How To Watch
Wishing those who will watch fun. It's not for me. To be honest I think it's stupid to have game of the year awards in December. Should be January, when the year is actually over. But hey, here we are.
Re: Review: Octopath Traveler 0 (Switch 2) - A Bit Of A Retread, But Unmissable (And Enormous)
100 hours, that's a hefty time. I feel that all JRPG creators have a need to boast about the length of the game, but ultimately, it's what you do with that length that counts. As with many other things in life.
I had doubts about this game, but I think I'll happily pass on this one in favour of shorter games. That backlog isn't getting any shorter with all those massive JRPGs to play!
Re: Poll: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Is Out On Switch 2 And Switch This Week, Will You Be Getting It?
My only pre-order this year. I rarely do, but when I do it's because I'm a huge fan. I only do this for a couple of series:
That's about it.
Re: The First Review For Octopath Traveler 0 Is In
I abandoned the first one, because I thought battles dragged on too long and there was no way to speed them up. I also didn't enjoy the excessive grinding needed to level characters up if they weren't part of your party for some time. So I don't know. I think I'll pass, despite loving the art direction of the games.
Re: "It's Make-Or-Break For Sure" - Shovel Knight Dev's Fate Rests On Upcoming Zelda-Like
I really hope this game will do well. I for one am going to buy it.
Re: Review: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (Switch 2) - Samus Returns In Prime Form
I won't read the review yet, because I want to go in unspoiled as much as possible, but love seeing the game get a 9/10. It'll probably be that for me as well, I think! Can't wait to get started. I have 2 weeks leave from work, so I'll have all the time to play!
Re: Here's Another Look At Elden Ring Running On Switch 2
Definitely gonna get this game. Game key card, or not. I mean, if I get it on Steam, it's digital only too. So who cares at this point.
Re: Review: Marvel Cosmic Invasion (Switch) - Up There With Best-Ever Arcade Marvel Games
Yeah, this one is right up my alley. 90s X-men and Spider-man cartoons were peak Marvel for me. Can't wait to play this coop with some friends!
Re: Nintendo Today! Mobile App Update Adds A New Donkey Kong Theme
Love the app! I currently have the random option on, so I can get the best of all worlds, so to speak. The addition of more themes is welcome. If only they did this for Switch and Switch 2... I'd love to have themes for the games I love... But I guess those are times long past.
Re: Random: Takaya Imamura's Animal Crossing Design Skills Put Our Best Efforts To Shame
And here I am, barely able to make a smileyface, lol. Great work! I love it when people put so much effort into games like this!
Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Difficulty Settings Revealed By Nintendo
I'll probably just start on Normal and then try Hard mode. I enjoyed it in the first Metroid Prime. But I'm getting older and my reflexes are getting worse, hahaha.
Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - Meet The Team
I like the fact that there's a team now. I'm sure they'll mix things up in the formula a bit, which I think is a good thing. I'm certain there will be plenty of "solitude" in the game.
Re: Feature: The Tightest, Briskest Mario & Luigi Game Turns 20 Today And Deserves More Love
It's a shame this game is in limbo right now. I would love to play it at some point!
Re: Call Of Duty Dev Sledgehammer Games Seeking Talent With "Switch Experience"
Really don't care for Call of Duty, but happy for those who are looking forward to playing a game in the series on Switch. It's definitely not the type of game I buy Nintendo hardware for.
Re: Japanese Charts: Kirby Air Riders Is Off To A Flying Start
Love to see it! Nintendomination all over again, with all titles being Switch (2) titles. What a time to be alive!
Re: Nintendo To Acquire Bandai Namco Studios Singapore As A Subsidiary
@Yoshi3 they could just acquire those separately from the studio.
Re: Quentin Tarantino's Animated Kill Bill Sequel Premieres This Week... In Fortnite
@AG_Awesome I agree, one of the funniest taglines for any article here at least since a week or so.
Re: Nintendo To Acquire Bandai Namco Studios Singapore As A Subsidiary
@SoIDecidedTo I don't understand people's fixation on Nintendo acquiring Rare at this point. They are nowhere near to what they were during the Nintendo days in the 90s and 00s.
Re: Mini Review: Morsels (Switch) - A Punishing, Obscure, But Thoroughly Entertaining Roguelite Dungeon Crawler
This sounds right up my alley as a TBOI fanboy. That game is also brutal, depending on the chosen character and whatever luck of the draw you have, pick-ups wise.
Will you be doing a video review of this one, too?
Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond: amiibo Unlocks Revealed
I ordered all amiibos for this game. I usually don't really care for their functions, I just like to display them with my games and make fun dioramas with them. To be honest, I'd rather unlock the Sylux footage myself, than use the Amiibo to get the cutscene.
Re: Random: Did You Know Aliens: Infestation's End Credits Song Is A Rollercoaster Of Xenomorphic Emotion?
@Potimarron You'd be surprised how many bands take themselves way too serious. I can't imagine these guys are, haha.
Re: Nintendo To Acquire Bandai Namco Studios Singapore As A Subsidiary
A surprise to be sure, but a welcome one! Can't wait to see what games they will bring us.
Now do us all a favour, Nintendo and buy Capcom next.
Re: Random: Did You Know Aliens: Infestation's End Credits Song Is A Rollercoaster Of Xenomorphic Emotion?
Well, that's definitely a song I heard! Can't quite make out if they're trying their best to be a Metallica parody, or not, with the vocals. But the lyrics are pretty on the nose, haha.
Re: Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment Update 1.0.2 Patch Notes - New Quests, Weapons And Battles Added
I am going to complete ToTK first before digging into this one. But I love to see all the new stuff and fixes they add. Hopefully they'll keep this going!
Re: Huge Super Mario 64 Trick That Will Change Speedruns "Forever" Has Been Discovered
@Excalibur_120 Okay, well, everybody has different hobbies. I'm certain you have a couple that other people would find a waste of time, too. As long as people get enjoyment out of whatever it is they are doing and they're not harming anyone, what's not to admire about it?
Thanks for the honest answer!
Re: Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection Has Been Rated For Switch
Great news! I still have to get Mega Man Battle Network Collection, but I'll definitely add this one as a fan of the Blue Bomber!
Re: Review: Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted (Switch 2) - An Imperfect Specimen, But Still Bloomin' Good
Yeah, I'm not getting this on account of it being from EA now. I fondly remember the original. What a game!
Re: Every Nintendo Switch Online NES Game Ranked
@MontyCircus It was added now!
Re: Huge Super Mario 64 Trick That Will Change Speedruns "Forever" Has Been Discovered
@Excalibur_120 Why does it matter? If someone can make a living doing what they love, is it wrong? Or is this masked jealousy? Just curious ✌️
Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Launch Streams Announced, Watch "Top Streamers" Play
I'll be enjoying the game myself, thank you very much! But have fun to those who will tune in!
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's NES And Game Boy Library With Four More Titles
Very nice update! I'll definitely check them all!
Re: Switch Online's Game Boy App Has Been Updated To Version 3.0.0, Adds Boot Screen Easter Egg
Love these little things. Now an option to turn off all the ugly borders in all of the NSO apps would be great 👍
Re: Huge Super Mario 64 Trick That Will Change Speedruns "Forever" Has Been Discovered
Great news! I love seeing people still finding secrets after such a long time in old games!
Re: Star Fox Programmer's Next Game May As Well Be A New Entry In Nintendo's Series
Doing what Nintendon't, I see. It seems he just built his own Star Fox, but with a wolf/dog? I mean, it's very obvious. This game has some serious Engine No 9. vibes. I hope it'll work out for him. The example I gave most certainly didn't...
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting A Copy Of Rosalina's Storybook?
It's great that it exists, but no, I am not going to get it. The Rosalina Amiibo on the other hand. I might just bite for that one, seeing as it's so cute with the Lumas surrounding her.
Re: Opinion: 20 Years Later, Need For Speed: Most Wanted Is Still The Series' Best Outing
I remember NFS: Hot Pursuit on PC. It was one of my favourite games in the series. Although NFS2 was an excellent game, too, with the 3DFX card.
Re: Is The Pokémon Café's New Mega Dimension Menu Teasing Some Returning Legendaries?
Two of my most beloved legendaries! Ruby/Sapphire are still among my favourite Pokémon games ever. The GBA sprites were really peak.
Re: 15 Years In The Making, Caves Of Qud Is Finally Coming To Nintendo Switch
Yeah, this one doesn't really appeal to me at all. I'm not someone to judge a game by its graphics, but in this case I don't think it's for me also based on the actual gameplay I've seen.
Re: NieR:Automata Finally Lands Switch 2 Compatibility Update
So, now would be a good time to get the game for me! Awesome!
Re: 'The Duskbloods' Could Be FromSoftware's Most Ambitious Game Yet, According To Leak
If PVP is forced, it's gonna be a big no for me, dog. I just don't like fighting other players online. Mostly because I suck at it too hard and can't be arsed to get into stressful combat with actual people online. Ewww...
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 21.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
In these grim times, it's nice to see that the Switch 2 is the most stable thing in my life.
Re: Nintendo Has Scheduled Maintenance For 3DS Later Today
Still love my 3DS! Got quite a backlog for it, too. I really need to finish A Link Between Worlds sometime soon.
Re: Nintendo Music Update Adds Super Mario Party Jamboree + Jamboree TV Album
6 hours of music! I sure didn't expect that! Glad to see it added, as it is a relatively new title. Still, the wait for any Xenoblade Chronicles OSTs is long and I really wish they would add these particular soundtracks sooner, rather than later. Fire Emblem: Three Houses too.
Re: Metroid Prime 4's Official Rating Summary Spotted On ESRB Website
I still needed to use up saved up leave, so I decided to take a leave from work during the first two weeks of December. Good timing on my part, so I can dig in when the game arrives!
Re: Marvel Cosmic Invasion's Opening Movie Is Packed With '90s Nostalgia
Yeah, that one's right in the nostalgia! Brought me back to saturday mornings as a young teenage kid!
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Kirby Air Riders?
I don't have the game yet, but my estimate is 8/10. Although I hope it to be one point higher once I have a copy. I'm holding out because I put it on my Yule wishlist. My only caveat is that I am not too big on racing games in general, and this game is, well, a pure racing game, haha. But seeing as it has so much content and challenges, I'm sure I'll be spending lots of hours trying to beat the challenges same as I did in Smash Bros.