Been playing the Deluxe version of MonkeyBall. And I gotta say, two things: 1. It’s not as bad as NL’s 7 they gave it and 2: do yourself the favor, get the original soundtrack. It’s WAY better than the new one. I don’t know if the soundtrack is sold separately. If not, I’d seriously shell out the extra 10 bucks for infinitely better music.
I want a Series X or PS5 version. I’ve since made it to the end game and a new lick of paint would bring me right back. Love this game and before anybody says “ just get the Steam version.” No. I’m a multi-console gamer. To the bitter end.
@tonyp1987 I’d like that. I have this game on Xbox and initially, it was a bit of a mess. After several patches and then the release of the Series X, it now runs as intended. I 100%’ed this game. So it’s safe to say I liked it. If they can get this thing running solidly, I’d recommend it
@reporterdavid I read a bunch of reviews after NL’s and they’re all far more positive than theirs. And, I don’t care about monkey target and the lot. The main game has always been my favorite aspect. Which seems to have made the jump relatively unscathed. So, I’m in
This game on SX isn’t a bad game. All the technical issues mentioned here are eliminated on that system. The One X has a couple of the aforementioned issues, like the pauses between areas, long loading times and texture pop in. When I heard this was coming to Switch, I knew it was going to be a train wreck. I’m just here to see how bad. Not suprised at this outcome
Not quite Booyah. Still too far away. I am very interested though. And I don’t know if I blinked and missed it, but where’s Marina? I’ll be bummed if she doesn’t make a return
Once this is made available for NSO, then I’ll jump on board. With a little 1080 for good measure. Also, these games should support 16:9 and some form of online play
Add widescreen support and I’m in. The 4:3 aspect ratio should be an option for those that want to relive the old days. And 16:9 for those that want to relive the old days, with modern trappings. If that was available, it would’ve been an insta-buy from me.
I’m mostly excited to play Wave Ra… oh. Well, I still get to play 1080 Sno… That’s ok, there’s always XtremeG… hmm. Seriously though, all these games need widescreen support. The 4:3 ratio ain’t cutting it for me.
NL was being fairly generous with the 7/10 for Fresh Bites. The controls are sluggish and good lord, that speed metal music… I don’t care what anyone has to say, bad choice
You’re better off using two cans and a string. I hooked up my Powerbeats Pro headphones and the max volume strength is less than half of what wired headphones do. I slapped in my wired Sony earbuds and I had to turn them down. Making my PB’s seem pointless. Add to the fact, that this would’ve been the perfect time to add voice chat and I can’t help but feel, that they probably shouldn’t have bothered.
@Tigerfan810 I was one of those fans that felt showing Kraid was a HUGE spoiler. Now, I don’t blame Nintendo for that. I actually blame NL (and a couple others) for that. NL put Kraid’s name in the headline, so you couldn’t miss it if you tried. All they had to do was say “Spoiler Alert!” But, nope. Truthfully, a rookie mistake. They should know better.
Tried the demo and found it visually bland. Got an immediate DMC/Bayonetta vibe from it, then I played it and then I deleted it. I didn’t expect it to reach those lofty heights, but after playing the demo, I realized that I’ve been spoiled rotten by those two. Can’t bring myself to do it.
1: Cruis’n
2: Flynn
3: Blood Rayne
4: And, simply out of morbid curiosity…. Smashing the Battle. I think going into this game, just knowing it’s terrible, maybe the reason I like it. Or not.
@BenAV Yup, I bought this game and I gotta tell ya, I can’t stand that phone app - shovel ware - home screen icon. It sticks out like a sore thumb. All they needed to do was, use the in game graphics as the background and slap Monster Harvest on top. Good to go. As petty as it is, I’m probably gonna delete it, just because it’s gross. I find it oddly embarrassing, having that sit next to Monster Hunter Rise and it’s epic icon.
Despite my villainous ways, laughter and empathy creates bridges and solves all problems. Our time here is limited, let’s all have some fun… or be vaporized. Your choice.
@CammyUnofficial I’ve been saying that on almost every article, hoping that someone from Sega is reading these posts and decides to implement it. It’s too perfect not to do.
For those complaining, I get it. BUT, they’re not really locking any of the actual game away from you. It’s dumb cosmetics. Your experience will be fine. I’m sure Sega is paying for the licensing for Hello Kitty. Gotta make that money back somehow…
Hi I’m Megatron, leader of the Decepticons. And I’m buying Hello Kitty to play MonkeyBall with. Say anything remotely insulting and I have an arm mounted fusion cannon for you to contend with.
@HotGoomba I know. I’m hoping I can look past it. The game is silly and that’s ok. When it comes to my racing games though, no matter how silly, I’m all business.
@HotGoomba Not so much me, I don’t want them in the field at all. I know I don’t have to be one. I like the sound of high performance engines and tires screeching in surround sound. Not unicorns neighing and dinosaur grunts. Kinda kills the intensity for me.
This one makes me nervous. I really want it to be good. Don’t want to race with animals though. Hopefully, I can opt out of having to do so. Not really what I want to see racing around the track with me. I did see a motorcycle and Xtreme G came to mind. Happily.
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Re: Video: Metroid Dread's Latest Commercial Puts An EMMI In This Poor Woman's Lounge
@Specter_of-the_OLED as a black man, I can’t help but say, no.
Re: Four More Classic Shmups Confirmed For Switch, Including Konami's Cult Hit, Xexex
Someone, please put Einhander on this machine. Of all the shooters to be revisited, this one is quite deserving
Re: Join Us For The Nintendo Life Indie Spotlight, Returning On 4th October
Are these games we already know about? Or unannounced games? Or both?
Re: Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For October And November 2021
Been playing the Deluxe version of MonkeyBall. And I gotta say, two things:
1. It’s not as bad as NL’s 7 they gave it and
2: do yourself the favor, get the original soundtrack. It’s WAY better than the new one.
I don’t know if the soundtrack is sold separately. If not, I’d seriously shell out the extra 10 bucks for infinitely better music.
Re: Fatal Frame: Maiden Of Black Water's Latest Trailer Tells The Terrifying Truth Of Mt. Hikami
Depending on how this reviews, I think I’m gonna do either the PS5 or the SX version. Because sometimes, graphics do matter.
Re: Indie Firefighting Game 'Firegirl: Hack ‘n Splash Rescue' Sets Switch Alight This December
Been dying to see more of this. I love the art style. As long as it plays well, I’m down.
Edit: also, I get to save cats. Awesome
Re: Want Cross-Play And Cross-Progression In Monster Hunter Rise? Let Capcom Know In This Survey
I want a Series X or PS5 version. I’ve since made it to the end game and a new lick of paint would bring me right back. Love this game and before anybody says “ just get the Steam version.” No. I’m a multi-console gamer. To the bitter end.
Re: Bandai Namco Is Changing Its Logo In 2022
Did someone get paid actual money to come up with these? Horrendous. Back to the drawing board. Or, perhaps better yet, leave it as is.
Re: Darksiders III Is Out On Switch Today, Here's The Launch Trailer
@Rhaoulos huh… noted. I’m going to pay attention to that now. See if that consistently rings true.
Re: Darksiders III Is Out On Switch Today, Here's The Launch Trailer
@tonyp1987 I’d like that. I have this game on Xbox and initially, it was a bit of a mess. After several patches and then the release of the Series X, it now runs as intended. I 100%’ed this game. So it’s safe to say I liked it. If they can get this thing running solidly, I’d recommend it
Re: Nintendo Download: 30th September (North America)
@reporterdavid I read a bunch of reviews after NL’s and they’re all far more positive than theirs. And, I don’t care about monkey target and the lot. The main game has always been my favorite aspect. Which seems to have made the jump relatively unscathed. So, I’m in
Re: Darksiders III Is Out On Switch Today, Here's The Launch Trailer
Didn’t NL just decimate this game in a recent review? Like, a 4, if I remember correctly. Strange that they would be promoting it…
Re: Nintendo Download: 30th September (North America)
MonkeyBall, Unsighted and Death’s Gambit for sure. Maybe Melty Blood and Aeon Drive, with some positive reviews to sway me
Re: Playtonic Friends Presents Victory Heat Rally, A Throwback 'SuperScaler' Racer
If I could buy this now and wait 6 months until it releases, I would. This bring me way back. Count me in
Re: Review: Darksiders III - A Poor Switch Port Of A Distinctly Average Series Entry
This game on SX isn’t a bad game. All the technical issues mentioned here are eliminated on that system. The One X has a couple of the aforementioned issues, like the pauses between areas, long loading times and texture pop in. When I heard this was coming to Switch, I knew it was going to be a train wreck. I’m just here to see how bad. Not suprised at this outcome
Re: Poll: Do You Use The Black Or White Theme On Your Nintendo Switch?
Black is easier on the eyes. Especially for the late night sessions.
Re: Review: Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania - Feature-Packed, But Far From Top Banana
DAMMIT!!! I’m still getting it, with all the enthusiasm of kicking an empty can down the street.
Re: Here's A Closer Look At Splatoon 3's Museum And Weapons, Including The Ninja-Like Zipcaster
Not quite Booyah. Still too far away. I am very interested though. And I don’t know if I blinked and missed it, but where’s Marina? I’ll be bummed if she doesn’t make a return
Re: Soapbox: Wave Race 64 Is Now 25 Years Old, And It Still Rules
Once this is made available for NSO, then I’ll jump on board. With a little 1080 for good measure. Also, these games should support 16:9 and some form of online play
Re: Review: Steel Assault - A Quick Bite To Savour With Classic Castlevania Flavour
Add widescreen support and I’m in. The 4:3 aspect ratio should be an option for those that want to relive the old days. And 16:9 for those that want to relive the old days, with modern trappings. If that was available, it would’ve been an insta-buy from me.
Re: The First Switch OLED Comparison Video Has Surfaced
I have a launch Switch, who’s battery life is barely over an hour and 15mins. Seriously, if it weren’t for that, I’d stick to og Switch
Re: Gallery: 15 Screenshots Of Switch Online's N64 And Sega Mega Drive Launch Titles
I’m mostly excited to play Wave Ra… oh. Well, I still get to play 1080 Sno… That’s ok, there’s always XtremeG… hmm. Seriously though, all these games need widescreen support. The 4:3 ratio ain’t cutting it for me.
Re: The 'Second Free Update' For Mario Golf: Super Rush Swings Onto Switch Today
Needs some tropical locals, a la Mario Sunshine
Re: Bayonetta 3 Finally Gets A New Trailer, Out In 2022
I cried. Yes that’s all I have to say.
Re: Nintendo Download: 23rd September (North America)
Whew! Escaped another week of unnecessary spending. Nothing for me
Re: Bloodrayne 1 And 2 Are Getting "ReVamped" On Switch
NL was being fairly generous with the 7/10 for Fresh Bites. The controls are sluggish and good lord, that speed metal music… I don’t care what anyone has to say, bad choice
Re: Nintendo Download: 16th September (North America)
Eastward. I’m waiting for this weekend to relax and get into it.
Re: Arcade Platformer Steel Assault Will Come With A 'Retro Hard' Mode For People Who Like Pain
Is it 4:3 only? Because, if it is… I just can’t. It’s a waste of my 75” screen real estate
Re: How To Use Bluetooth Headphones On Switch - Connect AirPods To Nintendo Switch
You’re better off using two cans and a string. I hooked up my Powerbeats Pro headphones and the max volume strength is less than half of what wired headphones do. I slapped in my wired Sony earbuds and I had to turn them down. Making my PB’s seem pointless. Add to the fact, that this would’ve been the perfect time to add voice chat and I can’t help but feel, that they probably shouldn’t have bothered.
Re: Talking Point: What Games Are You Looking Forward To Playing On Switch OLED?
Metroid
Tetris
Crusin’
Monkey Ball
Eastward
Re: Review: Cruis'n Blast - An Arcade Racing Icon Returns In Spectacular Fashion
I was waiting on a positive NL review before purchase. I will wait no longer. Bought it is!
Re: Rumour: Huge Nvidia Database Leak Lists Unannounced Third-Party Games
Dragon’s Dogma 2, for the love of God, PLEASE!!!
Re: Nintendo's Metroid Dread Marketing Campaign Is Well Underway In Japan
@Tigerfan810 I was one of those fans that felt showing Kraid was a HUGE spoiler. Now, I don’t blame Nintendo for that. I actually blame NL (and a couple others) for that. NL put Kraid’s name in the headline, so you couldn’t miss it if you tried. All they had to do was say “Spoiler Alert!” But, nope. Truthfully, a rookie mistake. They should know better.
Re: Review: Ultra Age - Surprisingly Satisfying Devil May Cry-Style Hack-And-Slash Action
Tried the demo and found it visually bland. Got an immediate DMC/Bayonetta vibe from it, then I played it and then I deleted it. I didn’t expect it to reach those lofty heights, but after playing the demo, I realized that I’ve been spoiled rotten by those two. Can’t bring myself to do it.
Re: Nintendo Download: 9th September (North America)
1: Cruis’n
2: Flynn
3: Blood Rayne
4: And, simply out of morbid curiosity…. Smashing the Battle. I think going into this game, just knowing it’s terrible, maybe the reason I like it. Or not.
Re: Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania 'SEGA Legends' Pack Brings Back Classic Consoles
Ummm, Exciting..?
Re: Jaleco Action Game Pop Flamer Joins Hamster's Arcade Archives Collection
Alright, I’ll just say it. I find the game’s title to be hilariously unfortunate. I can only hope I’m not alone…
Re: Review: Monster Harvest - Poor Execution Of A Promising 'Stardew Valley X Pokémon' Premise
@BenAV Yup, I bought this game and I gotta tell ya, I can’t stand that phone app - shovel ware - home screen icon. It sticks out like a sore thumb. All they needed to do was, use the in game graphics as the background and slap Monster Harvest on top. Good to go. As petty as it is, I’m probably gonna delete it, just because it’s gross. I find it oddly embarrassing, having that sit next to Monster Hunter Rise and it’s epic icon.
Re: Now Suezo From Monster Rancher Is Confirmed For Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania
I’m happy to say… nope! You got me with the Hello Kitty and that’s it. I’ll say it again, Mii’s please.
Re: Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania Will Have Hello Kitty Paid DLC
Despite my villainous ways, laughter and empathy creates bridges and solves all problems. Our time here is limited, let’s all have some fun… or be vaporized. Your choice.
Re: Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania Will Have Hello Kitty Paid DLC
@stinky_t powers up fusion cannon what was that about love? I know not this sentiment human.
Re: Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania Will Have Hello Kitty Paid DLC
@CammyUnofficial I’ve been saying that on almost every article, hoping that someone from Sega is reading these posts and decides to implement it. It’s too perfect not to do.
Re: Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania Will Have Hello Kitty Paid DLC
@BloodNinja Holy crap! I’ve been Ninja approved! I’m thrilled! I’m feeling generous, I’ll not vaporize you.
Re: Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania Will Have Hello Kitty Paid DLC
For those complaining, I get it. BUT, they’re not really locking any of the actual game away from you. It’s dumb cosmetics. Your experience will be fine. I’m sure Sega is paying for the licensing for Hello Kitty. Gotta make that money back somehow…
Re: Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania Will Have Hello Kitty Paid DLC
Hi I’m Megatron, leader of the Decepticons. And I’m buying Hello Kitty to play MonkeyBall with. Say anything remotely insulting and I have an arm mounted fusion cannon for you to contend with.
Re: Cruis'n Blast Hits The Throttle In New Vehicle Showcase
@Pikman hope you guys have fun👍🏾
Re: Cruis'n Blast Hits The Throttle In New Vehicle Showcase
@HotGoomba I know. I’m hoping I can look past it. The game is silly and that’s ok. When it comes to my racing games though, no matter how silly, I’m all business.
Re: Cruis'n Blast Hits The Throttle In New Vehicle Showcase
@HotGoomba Not so much me, I don’t want them in the field at all. I know I don’t have to be one. I like the sound of high performance engines and tires screeching in surround sound. Not unicorns neighing and dinosaur grunts. Kinda kills the intensity for me.
Re: Cruis'n Blast Hits The Throttle In New Vehicle Showcase
@Pikman Sigh… yes, not even a unicorn. Regrettably
Re: Cruis'n Blast Hits The Throttle In New Vehicle Showcase
This one makes me nervous. I really want it to be good. Don’t want to race with animals though. Hopefully, I can opt out of having to do so. Not really what I want to see racing around the track with me. I did see a motorcycle and Xtreme G came to mind. Happily.