Ooooooh! The first Chibi-Robo game holds a special place in my heart so this is interesting. Not sure I dig the art style just yet. Will be good to see it in motion.
There's no way they play footage from a Switch to when they're talking about this game on Switch. They'll show that when they announce Switch 2, because this game will definitely be on there.
So it's the procedurally generated maps that they've added, but I was really hoping we'd get a decent story mode and that just doesn't seem to be the case. If I didn't have the pangs of nostalgia for the Wii games, I probably give this a miss, but that's marketing for ya. I hope we get some DLC.
@Theghostofkeithmoon Oh! This is frustrating, I didn’t even know who the exclusive retailer was supposed to be. Didn’t see any notifications anywhere. 😭
I have the Mario Red + Blue edition of the original Switch model. I did want this one to match, but I'd just bought the Zelda OLED version and the only really special thing about this version is the original colour of the dock.
Meh.... I'd like to see Sonic 3D Blast from the Saturn as well as the Sonic Jam open world level make a return please. Oh and how about Knuckles Chaotix?!
I love my Mario Red console. The Platoon OLED is gorgeous as well.
I know that when they finally announce the Zelda OLED I'll buy that and sell my Mario Red. Even though I don't actually like that Zelda OLED all that much to be honest. I've just always had a Zelda themed console from Nintendo if they ever released one so it kinda feels like tradition. I had the gold GBA-SP. I had the Wii U, I had ALL the 3DS console variants.
I really loved the combo of the Wii U and the black Ocarina of Time 3DS.
My favourite would have to be the Link Between Worlds 3DS XL as the Tri-Force was at least the right way up when the console was opened and in use. All other designs were upside down!
I've never seen the 2DS or 2DS XL in person. I remember REALLY wanted the 2DS XL but I don't think it ever came out in the UK / Europe. And the design is upside down again, so that's annoying. I loved how the 2DS designs started to go 3D as wll. You could press the button on the Pokeball edition that I had. The Dragon Quest Metal Slim one was so gorgeous too.
It does look stunning but definitely won't look like that on Switch. That's got to be PS5 or PC footage. Also the character movement during the platforming looks horrendous. Almost Balan Wonderworld like.
I've seen a few companies are doing multiple game bundles on the eShop at the moment and I've noticed the prices are not particularly great value. But I guess they're designed to be perceived as good value. This one is the biggest joke of them all!
It really looks like a JRPG that came out 20 years ago given an HD makeover. Still I love Xenoblade 1 and I have Xenoblade 2 though haven't actually gotten round to playing it yet. I will buy this.
I know these games didn't come out over here but I really don't understand whju in today's world (unless there's some sort of rights / distribution legal issues I guess) that these game platforms can;'t just be universal. Let us play Japanese games in Japanese if we want to. Just make it clear these games never had localisations and so are only in Japanese.
And vice-versa of course. If there are any titles that Japanese gamers don't have on NSO.
It really is stunning! Agree with others that the placement for Start / Select could move. Perhaps above the A/B buttons. And maybe could add stereo speakers?
More than anything this proves the Internet and social media have ruined they way people behave. Before they'd keep their opinions to themselves. Now they think everybody wants to know.
I'm having such a great time playing these again and the both look and play wonderfully on Switch. I hope they sell really well and we get Half-Life 2 on Switch and then maybe, finally, a new game in those series.
Is anyone else experiencing a weird error in between levels or when getting achievements on Portal 2? I get a 'unable to connect to the internet' pop-up error when it tries to load the next level or when I get an achievement. Which is weird because I know I'm connected to the internet because I get friend notifications and can go on the eShop.
I did this a few times back in the day. It was quite cool, but it was terrible quality in terms of both sound and video so I only did it as a quirky bit of fun for a song or two.
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Re: Random: Nintendo's New 'Button Collection' Toys Can Be Used For Real Controller Repairs
These are cool. I wish I lived in Japan sometimes, but the amount of plastic in my house would be even worse than it already is!
Do you think Nintendo had a warehouse of spare buttons and was like "what do we do with these?"
Re: 'Emio - The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club' Launches On Switch Next Month
If this sells well will they release the original remakes on physical in Europe?
Re: Ex Chibi-Robo Devs Announce Spiritual Successor 'koROBO'
Ooooooh! The first Chibi-Robo game holds a special place in my heart so this is interesting. Not sure I dig the art style just yet. Will be good to see it in motion.
Re: No, The Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Trailer Was Not Running On 'Switch 2'
There's no way they play footage from a Switch to when they're talking about this game on Switch. They'll show that when they announce Switch 2, because this game will definitely be on there.
Re: New Rumours About Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Surface
I'd forgotten all about this and will be ALL over them when they finally arrive!
Re: Picross S Is Back With The 'Namco Legendary Edition' Later This Month
Yay, this is great news! I loved the Sega Picross.
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's Game Boy Library With Three More Classics
Did we not get The Frog For Whom the Bell Tolls on something before?
Re: 'Please Fix The Road' Is The Perfect Puzzler For Anyone With A Pothole Problem
Ooooh, this looks lovely.
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Endless Ocean: Luminous
So it's the procedurally generated maps that they've added, but I was really hoping we'd get a decent story mode and that just doesn't seem to be the case. If I didn't have the pangs of nostalgia for the Wii games, I probably give this a miss, but that's marketing for ya. I hope we get some DLC.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Xbox's Grounded For Switch?
So this is a game based on that scene from Honey I Shrunk The Kids? Sounds cool!
Re: Outer Wilds Physical Collector's Edition Looks Out Of This World, Pre-Orders Open Tomorrow
@Theghostofkeithmoon Oh! This is frustrating, I didn’t even know who the exclusive retailer was supposed to be. Didn’t see any notifications anywhere. 😭
Re: Outer Wilds Physical Collector's Edition Looks Out Of This World, Pre-Orders Open Tomorrow
I just want the game on physical, I don't want all the collectors stuff.
Re: Inti Creates' Umbraclaw Brings Side-Scrolling Action And Cat Reincarnation To Switch This May
This is giving me Bayonetta vibes.
Re: Anniversary: Happy Birthday To Nintendo's Ugliest, Most Indestructible Console
Yeah I really liked the 2DS. It was cute with it's doorstop wedge shape.
Re: Reminder: The 'Mario Red Edition' Switch OLED Is Out Today, Will You Be Getting It?
I have the Mario Red + Blue edition of the original Switch model. I did want this one to match, but I'd just bought the Zelda OLED version and the only really special thing about this version is the original colour of the dock.
Re: Guide: Every Mortal Kombat 1 Character, Kameo Fighter & DLC Reveal
Why isn't the premium edition available in the UK on Switch?
Re: Super Mario Bros. Movie DVD, Blu-ray And 4K Steelbook Pre-Orders Are Now Live
Oh no! I missed out on the fancy tin from HMV. Dammit.
Found it on Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BZSQS4WS?psc=1&smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp
Re: Movie Review: Tetris - The Blocks Don't Quite Line Up In This Mostly Fun Thriller
I actually did enjoy it but lots of it really had me screaming "that never happened" at the TV.
Re: Sonic Origins Plus Reportedly Out In June, Adds Amy Rose And 12 Game Gear Games
Meh.... I'd like to see Sonic 3D Blast from the Saturn as well as the Sonic Jam open world level make a return please. Oh and how about Knuckles Chaotix?!
Re: Round Up: Everything Announced At The Level-5 Vision 2023 Showcase
The poll should allow multiple choice!
Layton, Deca, Megaton and Fantasy Life have all got me interested!
Re: Photos Posted Online Showcase New Mario-Themed Switch Console Bundle
I have the Mario red Switch and dock and I love them!
Re: Talking Point: What Is The Best Special Edition Switch Console?
I love my Mario Red console. The Platoon OLED is gorgeous as well.
I know that when they finally announce the Zelda OLED I'll buy that and sell my Mario Red. Even though I don't actually like that Zelda OLED all that much to be honest. I've just always had a Zelda themed console from Nintendo if they ever released one so it kinda feels like tradition. I had the gold GBA-SP. I had the Wii U, I had ALL the 3DS console variants.
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Metroid Prime Remastered?
I've not played it yet. Waiting for the physical.
Re: Talking Point: Which Zelda-Themed Nintendo Console Has The Best Design?
I really loved the combo of the Wii U and the black Ocarina of Time 3DS.
My favourite would have to be the Link Between Worlds 3DS XL as the Tri-Force was at least the right way up when the console was opened and in use. All other designs were upside down!
I've never seen the 2DS or 2DS XL in person. I remember REALLY wanted the 2DS XL but I don't think it ever came out in the UK / Europe. And the design is upside down again, so that's annoying. I loved how the 2DS designs started to go 3D as wll. You could press the button on the Pokeball edition that I had. The Dragon Quest Metal Slim one was so gorgeous too.
Re: New Game From Breath Of The Wild Dev Looks Like A Stunning Mix Of Disney, Anime And Zelda
It does look stunning but definitely won't look like that on Switch. That's got to be PS5 or PC footage. Also the character movement during the platforming looks horrendous. Almost Balan Wonderworld like.
Re: Random: Fans Believe They Have Found The Original Wood Used In Mother 3 Logo
Some people really have a lot of time on their hands. As long as they've scratched whatever itch this was causing I'm happy for them.
Re: Sega Thinks Its "Super Game" Could Bank Over $600 Million USD
A new Project X Zone type game with a gatcha mechanic and micro transaction.
Re: Stylish '90s Inspired 3D Platformer Lunistice Gets A New Switch Release Date
Sort of looks like it plays how I always imagine I want Sonic The Hedgehog in 3D to play.
Re: Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Collector's Edition Is Finally Available To Pre-Order, If You Can Access The Site
What was the website down for a entire week for?
Re: Nintendo Switch System Update 15.0.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
This warranted v15? Nintendo’s version naming is bizarre.
Re: Random: Modder Creates Stunning Portable SNES, And We Want One
It's cool. Stunning might be a bit strong of a word!
Re: PSA: Sega Mega Drive Mini 2 Is Now Available To Pre-Order In The UK
Dammit I think I missed it!
Re: Sega Launches 'Ultimate Sonic Bundle' On Switch eShop, But Something's Missing
I've seen a few companies are doing multiple game bundles on the eShop at the moment and I've noticed the prices are not particularly great value. But I guess they're designed to be perceived as good value. This one is the biggest joke of them all!
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Xenoblade Chronicles 3
It really looks like a JRPG that came out 20 years ago given an HD makeover. Still I love Xenoblade 1 and I have Xenoblade 2 though haven't actually gotten round to playing it yet. I will buy this.
But I'm sorry, Nopon are awful!
Re: Nintendo Releases Another Update For Switch (Version 14.1.2), Here Are The Details
They added iCloud.com and outlook.com to the bad word list? Eh?
Re: Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Special Edition Pre-Orders Delayed Until After Launch (UK + EU)
This special edition is missing a soundtrack. We had one with 2 and with 1's Definitive Edition. So that's disappointing.
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Klonoa Phantasy Reverie Series
I've got (fond-ish) memories of enjoying this on PS2 but I downloaded the demo and was very underwhelmed.
Re: Custom Robo And Its Sequel Join Japan's Switch Online Service Next Week
I know these games didn't come out over here but I really don't understand whju in today's world (unless there's some sort of rights / distribution legal issues I guess) that these game platforms can;'t just be universal. Let us play Japanese games in Japanese if we want to. Just make it clear these games never had localisations and so are only in Japanese.
And vice-versa of course. If there are any titles that Japanese gamers don't have on NSO.
Re: RoboCop Gameplay Reveal Highlights Peter Weller's Return As Murphy
It looks very last gen, but I'm happy with that. I will play the heck out of this!
Re: Random: You've Never Seen An OG Game Boy Quite Like This One
It really is stunning! Agree with others that the placement for Start / Select could move. Perhaps above the A/B buttons. And maybe could add stereo speakers?
Re: Nintendo Switch Online Missions And Rewards: July 2022 - Animal Crossing, Super Mario Odyssey
I find these missions and badges pretty dull. Which is a shame.
Re: Rumour: Planned Remasters For GTA IV And Red Dead Redemption Have Apparently Been Scrapped
What state is the GTA Trilogy in on Switch these days? Did they ever fix it beyond one patch?
Glad I bought the Saints Row games instead to scratch that gameplay itch.
Re: Monkey Island's Creator Seemingly Shuts Down Blog After Personal Attacks
More than anything this proves the Internet and social media have ruined they way people behave. Before they'd keep their opinions to themselves. Now they think everybody wants to know.
Re: Review: Portal: Companion Collection - A Nintendo Debut For Two All-Time Greats
I'm having such a great time playing these again and the both look and play wonderfully on Switch. I hope they sell really well and we get Half-Life 2 on Switch and then maybe, finally, a new game in those series.
Is anyone else experiencing a weird error in between levels or when getting achievements on Portal 2? I get a 'unable to connect to the internet' pop-up error when it tries to load the next level or when I get an achievement. Which is weird because I know I'm connected to the internet because I get friend notifications and can go on the eShop.
Re: Pokémon GO Dev Niantic Axes Four Projects, Cuts 8% Of Workforce
Pokémon Go took 1.2 billion last year and the company is worth 9 billion yet they laying people off? Ok.
Re: Random: People Are Recording Concerts On Their 3DS Consoles, And We Love It
I did this a few times back in the day. It was quite cool, but it was terrible quality in terms of both sound and video so I only did it as a quirky bit of fun for a song or two.
Re: Random: Power Up Your Tree With These Mario, Zelda, And Pokémon Ornaments
The plain Mario, Yoshi and NES controller ornament are also on the Hallmark UK website. It's a shame these aren't really Christmas themed though.
Re: Nintendo Officially Reveals The LEGO Princess Peach Set
I wonder how this will play? I still need to buy an Luigi.
Re: Random: No, Your Wii Isn't Going To Self-Destruct
Can you imagine if one, somewhere in the world, did catch fire?!
Re: Reminder: You Can Now Download A Free Lite Version Of Chocobo GP On Switch
Oh cool, might actually give this a go then...