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S2 and upgrade just showed up for me in US

From Nintendo page:
**Nintendo Switch 2 features**
The Nintendo Switch™ 2 version of Divinity: Original Sin 2 has a higher resolution and provides a smoother experience with increased framerate.

I never did get the anniversary dlc. This will probably push that purchase.

Can we please refer to this as generative AI? AI has been successfully used in games since the beginning. While they may be in the same family, advanced pathfinding and decision making (not to mention processing and graphics capabilities) AI used for NPCs versus asset creation using generative techniques (particularly those that are used to replace human created art and not merely supplement or provide a backbone for it) are quite different things and that key difference gets lost when everyone buckets it all as just “AI”.

I’m just surprised they were able to find two people with pointy ears.

I would love a demo for this. Without one, it’ll be a pass until it shows up at the library sometime in the future.

Haven’t had a chance to read through all this yet, but I hope the “invisible wall” is not as restricting (not sure if that’s the right word, but there were too many times I ran into a barrier that seemed to be terribly positioned in the first game).

Will probably give this a try down the line.

I love seeing detailed patch notes like this. And the updates to the last foe listed above were very much needed (still need to try and see how far it went, tho)

How do portal 1 and 2 run on switch 2?

Sounds like it’s exactly as advertised, perfect. Can’t wait to give it a go

I’ve got to say, this looks really fun

I could use some stability in the random blackouts…

Pre-ordered, read the reviews, sent Nintendo a request to cancel order on launch day and happily they did. I have no plans for the camera and no benefit for base game lost the upgrade for me. My family loves the normal version, tho.

@Skippermonkey I have the same question regarding the camera. I won’t be getting the camera, but would get the game if all the new content works well without the camera and any mini games or other stuff that require a camera are just filtered out.

Is there any way to add a quick blurb about switch 2 performance on reviews? It doesn’t have to be too thorough, just something like we played the intro and no drops or something. It’d be interesting to see how these new S1 games perform

I would love a demo to finally get on the pre-order side. The direct did go a long way in convincing me I will enjoy this game, though. (I thought) I was a pretty solid no before the direct

It is fun when you can find things, but there’s a lot of aimless driving. Incorporating mini games on the tracks could go a long way (not just P’s, but little races or even longer point A to point B free for all races). Also, real split screen in free roaming, please!

I hope they release a demo. That could get me interested in a game way more than a direct ever would

I can’t decide if I should upgrade to online expansion just for this or not…

More information on what games will include local gameshare would be great.

@R_Ryder that is a very interesting point. Probably no way to upgrade to a digital version without paying full way again, too. Hmm. Hopefully there are some reviews that include a breakdown on what the actual loss is at some point.

Why are the separate joy cons and charging grip offering preorders (at least as far as I can tell in the US)? I’ve got everything else on pre-order, but all the sites keep saying “coming soon” or equivalent.

I’m looking forward to updates to existing switch games in terms of even just basic performance more than anything else at launch. Especially those that are free and just benefit from better memory and processing. I don’t need new graphics for everything, just consistent frame rates will do. MK should be fun, but the next big one I’ll probably get excited about is a new Zelda or Mario. More older RTS such as an Age of Empires or StarCraft or something would be great, too. Especially with mouse support.

I wouldn’t mind a sequel to immortals fenix rising. But I won’t hold my breath.

I’d be game for an NHL game, too. Even just Sega’s NHL ‘94

I was able to get a bundle at Walmart. Target wouldn’t allow payment to process for a long time, so I gave up there. Hopefully my order sticks elsewhere. I wasn’t able to find an extra set of joycons anywhere, though.

I think leave it up to game designers, but my personal preference is something akin to BOTW and TOTK where there are outfits you can earn/find that enable the ability and you have to remember to use it. Or offer a glider of some sort. I don’t think there should be a straight abolishment of fall damage, but I wouldn’t be opposed to a toggle on offer for those who would like it.

This could be interesting and fun to explore

I am going to preorder (if I can get one), mostly for updates to Zelda games and mkw. Not a lot of other launch titles have gotten my interest. Hopefully there’s more out soon. I’d love a civ vii demo for S2 and dk demo. That might get me to buy into those titles.

But these accessory prices… I’m fine with the console price, to be honest. But to get extra controllers (pro and joycon) is going to be $200 (with tax)!

Hopefully there’s a dark mode. This bright white on a significant portion of the screen is hard for me to look at

Does this mean added distance to Mario kart live cars (assuming they will be compatible)?

Maybe pressing it allows you to quickly switch back and forth between a performance mode and graphics mode? Something like turn off AI scaling.

Or, maybe a quick save button (for use in any game).

I think mouse mode is probably the right answer, though.

One thing that has bothered me with it is that, when playing with AI, it 100%s rhythm minigames every single time. Including when playing with multiple AI, they all 100% every time. This is in “normal” mode when playing boards and just minigames.

As someone else mentioned, the amount of time it takes to get anywhere (and number of clicks) is just way too long and it’s not even a loading problem. The areas and menu are confusing to work with/find what you want. All of that will probably get better as I play more and get used to it, I assume, but it’s been a rough start.

Otherwise, boards are strong, playable characters are strong.

I put it at 7/10 for now. It is fun once you get going.

@DennyCrane same! Really excited to see this come back, it was one of my favorites at the time.

Maybe they will announce movement with a Microsoft product and bring Age of Empires 4 over (secret hope of mine). Or Halo or something.

I wouldn’t mind seeing this implemented on the pro controller with two wheels. One to the right of A so you can move it up and down with the inside of your thumb. One below B (or maybe at an angle between A and B) for left and right scrolling that would also be in easy reach.

That was a great video addition. Fun to watch

@Max_the_German medallion locations: office, grocery store, home. That’d be incredible.

I’m a little disappointed in the coop (at least based on this and other reviews). P3’s was fun to play with my wife.

Can you repost this in a month or two?

I enjoyed sands of time, this could be great. I would also love to see an open world PoP at some point.

Both games are incredible. bOTW is an excellent precursor to spend 100 hours in before going into TOTK. By the time I was done with BOTW, I still wanted more. I loved the open exploration of everything, though. TOTK has that “more” in spades. And I’m enjoying how I expect to come across a guardian in a lot of open places only to find that none are there (phew!). For me, TOTK wins at the end of the day because of the clutter. There’s so much to do and skip and come back to, I don’t feel like I’m ever just done with an area and have no need to go back, which keeps me always moving and going back to the towns already visited for more than just supplies and additional hearts.

Boomer shooter?

How is Mario Kart still up on top? Who is left to sell it to?

I can’t see Rauru and not think that must be what Gustav looks like (from Kill the Farm Boy)

@Manxman64 agreed!

It took me many run-ins to figure out I could actually help the poor guy

Everything works. No bugs, no issues with getting control mechanisms to act correctly, freedom to do/try anything even before you really should.

How did they have time to play the game?! That’s really impressive stuff.

Spend a bunch of time exploring every nook and cranny, complete every puzzle, avoid big boss fights until I’m over prepared/equipped. Bring it to a close after 150 hours or so. Probably not even start the story until 50-60 hours in, similar to how I approached BOTW (at least after initial training/walkthrough area).

Oh, you want me to go that way? No thanks

Well, I for one enjoyed the article