@Coffee-Waffle same. The attention to characters is amazing, and it looks like a delightfully fun time! It gives me serious flashbacks to playing these games in the arcades.
I fondly remember the fine times where you'd get a 600 page paper manual in the box, among other cool things. Like with flight simulators like Falcon or Tornado.
I miss those times. Today all we seem to get is a code-in-a-box and a link to a PDF.
I'm gettin' old but things were better back then indeed.
@h3s I definitely need the stick. It's just the right and classic way to play arcade-like games for me.
Awesome stick that Hori Real Arcade Pro. I have the red/black Switch version and it's been awesome for me for many, many years now. The absolute best for shmups and bullethell games. Imho, of course.
@Shiryu I've always played ED in Solo mode, where I was just trading and exploring in the solar system without any interaction with other human players. That worked great for me, and the cool thing is that you'd still get to influence (a bit) the shared world with the online players a well.
Regarding Squadron 42, that's really the only reason I backed Star Citizen in 2013. I just wanted another single player Wing Commander game at that point (the DOS games were a ton of fun to me back then), but I guess making one takes more than 13 years with a very greedy and inapt Roberts at the helm. Many folk call the project Scam Citizen for a reason at this point.
@Shiryu Oh dear. I can't believe I actually spent $60 on Star Citizen in 2013, during its original Kickstarter. Currently that 'game' has already guzzled about 1 billion dollars in funding and it seems it's still nowhere near completion (to put it mildly). I think I might actually not even survive its release at this point. Thankfully Elite: Dangerous did it right instead imho, and I'm still absolutely still in love with that one.
But I seriously digress. I really like the look and fun feel of Victory Road, even though I am not a real-life footy fan as well. And I can actually play it during my lifetime. Please be good, game, and I'll definitely pick you up!
@sixrings I understand the frustration - but the game is what it is at this moment, unfortunately. I would also have assumed it to be able to reach that sweet spot of 60fps, seeing there are many quality S2 offerings that do this. Perhaps it is a lacklustre effort indeed.
However there should never be a need to call out other people's purchase decisions, is what I'm saying (which is what happened here). If one doesn't like the current offering, just don't purchase it, but don't blame others for enjoying a version they like playing anyways.
@rawzeku that's going to be a hard one to answer I think. I love farming games (for example Mineral Town, Rune Factory 4 Special and more recently Guardians of Azuma) and have been hooked with them, but I'm just totally glued to Fantasy Life at the moment. There's just so many different things to do and enjoy (about 15 jobs / lives including Farming to try out and 'work' on).
If you are looking forward to put loads of time in a relaxed game, Fantasy Life might just be it for you. I have not yet played Grand Bazaar but it's definitely on my radar. At this time I'm enjoying a probably more varied experience in FL. Make sure to check some detailed reviews and experiences on YouTube and pick the right one - good luck.
I pre-ordered this Game Boy set a while ago. Looking forward to build it and enjoy it sitting next to my Lego Atari 2600 and Space Shuttle Discovery. <3
@World yeah, he looks a bit like a smug Bond apprentice to me - I know I shouldn't judge an upcoming game by its Bond, but I dunno. I'm not feeling it.
@Pillowpants 'unfortunately' (but very fortunately) yes, I'm like 50+ of age. I loved and still love them, also when they somewhat later added simple graphics and music on Commodore 64 and Amiga and such.
If you are fond of classic adventures as well, may I recommend you check the free-to-see "GET LAMP" documentary in YouTube? I think you might love it.
@Doctor-Moo yeah, it really is a bit of a concern for me as well, playing this on the Switch. With a UI/UX like this, having a relatively big screen and good trackpad or a mouse seems best.
I'd love to have this on my Switch as well though. I'll probably end up getting it just because I love it and I'd enjoy it again on the go.
Update: I just noticed - if you're on Linux there's no native build for the Demo (only for the full game), but you can easily try it via Steam + Proton as well. Both the demo and full game are on Steam as well.
I really enjoyed playing this game on my computer. Great to hear it's still awesome on Switch.
For those who are in doubt whether this game will be fun - there is a free demo on GOG. It runs on Linux, Mac OS and Windows so you can see if it appeals to you before making a purchase.
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Re: Review: Caves Of Qud (Switch) - A Roguelike About Making Stories Through Unfathomable Systemic Interactions
An absolute must-own for me on my Switch. Always wanted to play this on there.
"Live and drink", everyone.
Re: Review: BlazBlue Entropy Effect X (Switch) - A Remarkably Over-Ambitious Roguelike That Goes Deep
@Vyacheslav333 People are whining, you say? Like you are doing when things are not always a fluent 60fps?
I'll let myself out.
Re: Review: Super Bomberman Collection - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - A Real Blast From The Past With Friends
Great package, lots of content. I love it. <3
Re: No Man's Sky 'Remnant' Update Adds Gravity Guns, New Vehicles & More
@Misima $24 (60% off at the moment) not cheap enough for you?
Re: Tales Of Arise - Switch 2 Performance And Resolution Revealed
@Max_the_German 30fps is unbearable? Really?
Re: Super Bomberman Collection Gets A Surprise Shadow Drop On Switch 2
@betterman I agree - let's bomb away!
Re: After Multiple Delays, Cult Hit 'Caves Of Qud' Is Finally Hitting Switch This Month
Definitely grabbing this one for Switch. Controller support for the desktop versions is great, so we should be good regarding that!
Qud on the go seems magical.
Re: Nintendo Will "Carefully Consider" A Switch 2 Price Increase, Says Furukawa
F this timelime. I might be getting old, but please bring back simpler and friendlier times.
Re: Review: Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Switch) - An Approachable And Addictive Masterpiece
Loved it and and still loving it. <3
Re: Limited Edition Resident Evil Requiem Watches Launch Next Month
@CRASH64 they certainly are!
Re: Mega Man: Dual Override Robot Master Design Contest Ends, Capcom Thanks Fans For "Wonderful" Submissions
@LoroTalby have you attempted to accept said cookie to let the Nintendolife webserver know you don't wish for cookies? That's how things work.
Re: Video: It's Time To Say Goodbye To The Lovely Felix-From-Nintendo-Life
All the best to you - thank you! <3
Re: Editorial: Happy Holidays From Everyone At Nintendo Life
Have fun everyone!
Re: Video: Here's Your First Look At The Street Fighter Live-Action Movie, Due Out 2026
@Coffee-Waffle same. The attention to characters is amazing, and it looks like a delightfully fun time! It gives me serious flashbacks to playing these games in the arcades.
Re: Round Up: Everything Announced At The Game Awards 2025 - All Switch 1 & 2 Reveals
Ace Combat 8 for me please! It's been a while since the previous one, which had an awesome Switch port as well.
Can't wait for this on the S2.
Re: Printable Metroid Prime 4 'Databook' Has Us Feeling Nostalgic For Instruction Booklets
I fondly remember the fine times where you'd get a 600 page paper manual in the box, among other cool things. Like with flight simulators like Falcon or Tornado.
I miss those times. Today all we seem to get is a code-in-a-box and a link to a PDF.
I'm gettin' old but things were better back then indeed.
Re: Review: HautePad M-Ultra Gen2 Arcade Controller For Switch & Switch 2 - Just A Hair From Perfection
@h3s I definitely need the stick. It's just the right and classic way to play arcade-like games for me.
Awesome stick that Hori Real Arcade Pro. I have the red/black Switch version and it's been awesome for me for many, many years now. The absolute best for shmups and bullethell games. Imho, of course.
Re: PGA Tour 2K25 Is Teeing Off On Switch 2
Excellent news! Looking forward to picking it up when the reviews are reporting a smooth golf experience. Please be good!
Re: Best Nintendo Switch Roguelikes, Roguelites And Run-Based Games
@Joriss Indeed and much agreed. I can't believe Cobalt Core isn't here. It's one of my favourites, and I love its pixel art and joyful characters.
NL - please do check it out and consider reviewing it for exposure. You'll dig it as well. <3
Re: After Years Of Delays, Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road Finally Has A 'Final' Trailer
@Shiryu I've always played ED in Solo mode, where I was just trading and exploring in the solar system without any interaction with other human players. That worked great for me, and the cool thing is that you'd still get to influence (a bit) the shared world with the online players a well.
Regarding Squadron 42, that's really the only reason I backed Star Citizen in 2013. I just wanted another single player Wing Commander game at that point (the DOS games were a ton of fun to me back then), but I guess making one takes more than 13 years with a very greedy and inapt Roberts at the helm. Many folk call the project Scam Citizen for a reason at this point.
Looking forward to Victory Road!
Re: After Years Of Delays, Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road Finally Has A 'Final' Trailer
@Shiryu Oh dear. I can't believe I actually spent $60 on Star Citizen in 2013, during its original Kickstarter. Currently that 'game' has already guzzled about 1 billion dollars in funding and it seems it's still nowhere near completion (to put it mildly). I think I might actually not even survive its release at this point. Thankfully Elite: Dangerous did it right instead imho, and I'm still absolutely still in love with that one.
But I seriously digress. I really like the look and fun feel of Victory Road, even though I am not a real-life footy fan as well. And I can actually play it during my lifetime. Please be good, game, and I'll definitely pick you up!
Re: Site News: Nintendo Life Turns 20 Today!
Happy anniversary! Love the website - keep it up! <3
Re: Nintendo Wins Lawsuit Against 'Pirate' Streamer Who Taunted Company Online
Good for him and well deserved.
Re: Trails In The Sky 1st Chapter Update Adds "Image Quality / Performance Settings" On Switch 2
@puddinggirl Yes, Japanese voice language is selectable in the Options.
Re: Feature: "We're Going To Need More Toilet Paper" - This Is Mario Kart-Attack!
Thanks for sharing this!
This is the way!
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 20.5.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
My Switch 2 is so stable now that it doesn't even move when I play it in handheld mode.
Re: Review: EA SPORTS FC 26 (Switch 2) - A Fantastic Football Game, Once You're Used To The Frame Rate
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Re: Review: EA SPORTS FC 26 (Switch 2) - A Fantastic Football Game, Once You're Used To The Frame Rate
@sixrings I understand the frustration - but the game is what it is at this moment, unfortunately. I would also have assumed it to be able to reach that sweet spot of 60fps, seeing there are many quality S2 offerings that do this. Perhaps it is a lacklustre effort indeed.
However there should never be a need to call out other people's purchase decisions, is what I'm saying (which is what happened here). If one doesn't like the current offering, just don't purchase it, but don't blame others for enjoying a version they like playing anyways.
Re: Review: EA SPORTS FC 26 (Switch 2) - A Fantastic Football Game, Once You're Used To The Frame Rate
@TerribleTerabytes You said "If you want to waste money on a clearly inferior product, be my guest. Reflects on you more than it does I."
What's your issue here exactly? Why not let people who don't need 60fps enjoy their stuff?
Give it a rest already.
Re: The Entire Final Fantasy VII Remake Trilogy Is Making Its Way To Switch 2
@JustMonika No thanks!
The Switch has always been right for me. I don't want to tinker with an OS and settings to do some gaming!
Re: "The Most Impressive Switch 2 Port To Date" - Digital Foundry Examines Star Wars Outlaws
@The_Nintendo_Pedant I'd gladly accept a new F-Zero as well!
Re: "The Most Impressive Switch 2 Port To Date" - Digital Foundry Examines Star Wars Outlaws
@HalBailman a new Wave Race game for Switch 2 would be amazing - how has Nintendo managed to ignore that game.
Re: Nintendo Life Reader Survey 2025
Answered them all, and looking forward to seeing the results.
Keep up the good work!
Re: 007 First Light Is More That Just Spies And Style, Launches March 2026 On Switch 2
@BrokenCiv I guess they want to get Bond to directly appeal to the younger audiences these days.
Re: 007 First Light Is More That Just Spies And Style, Launches March 2026 On Switch 2
@Dr_Awkward blame Nintendo, imho.
Re: 007 First Light Is More That Just Spies And Style, Launches March 2026 On Switch 2
A generic young Bond with no charisma and/or hair on the chin yet. I'll pass. Still not feeling it, especially since it's also digital-only.
Re: Everybody's Golf Spiritual Successor 'Easy Come Easy Golf' Gets Surprise 60fps Update
Very cool - updating and getting ready to tee off again!
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 System Update 20.4.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
It's so snappy!
Re: Review: Story Of Seasons: Grand Bazaar - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - The Series' Best Remake Yet
@rawzeku that's going to be a hard one to answer I think. I love farming games (for example Mineral Town, Rune Factory 4 Special and more recently Guardians of Azuma) and have been hooked with them, but I'm just totally glued to Fantasy Life at the moment. There's just so many different things to do and enjoy (about 15 jobs / lives including Farming to try out and 'work' on).
If you are looking forward to put loads of time in a relaxed game, Fantasy Life might just be it for you. I have not yet played Grand Bazaar but it's definitely on my radar. At this time I'm enjoying a probably more varied experience in FL. Make sure to check some detailed reviews and experiences on YouTube and pick the right one - good luck.
Re: Video: First 'Lego Game Boy' Review Gives Us Our Best Look Yet
@romanista thanks for mentioning that Lego Arcade Machine - I totally missed that!
Poor wallet.
Re: Video: First 'Lego Game Boy' Review Gives Us Our Best Look Yet
I pre-ordered this Game Boy set a while ago. Looking forward to build it and enjoy it sitting next to my Lego Atari 2600 and Space Shuttle Discovery. <3
The best of times!
Re: '007 First Light' Deep Dive Gameplay Is Coming Later This Week
@World yeah, he looks a bit like a smug Bond apprentice to me - I know I shouldn't judge an upcoming game by its Bond, but I dunno. I'm not feeling it.
Re: Review: Roadwarden (Switch) - A Fascinating And Quite Special Text-Based RPG
@Doctor-Moo absolute bargain - enjoy!
Re: Review: Roadwarden (Switch) - A Fascinating And Quite Special Text-Based RPG
@Pillowpants 'unfortunately' (but very fortunately) yes, I'm like 50+ of age. I loved and still love them, also when they somewhat later added simple graphics and music on Commodore 64 and Amiga and such.
If you are fond of classic adventures as well, may I recommend you check the free-to-see "GET LAMP" documentary in YouTube? I think you might love it.
Re: Review: Roadwarden (Switch) - A Fascinating And Quite Special Text-Based RPG
@Doctor-Moo yeah, it really is a bit of a concern for me as well, playing this on the Switch. With a UI/UX like this, having a relatively big screen and good trackpad or a mouse seems best.
I'd love to have this on my Switch as well though. I'll probably end up getting it just because I love it and I'd enjoy it again on the go.
Thanks for that review NL!
Re: Review: Roadwarden (Switch) - A Fascinating And Quite Special Text-Based RPG
@PlatinumSeraph enjoy!
Update: I just noticed - if you're on Linux there's no native build for the Demo (only for the full game), but you can easily try it via Steam + Proton as well. Both the demo and full game are on Steam as well.
Re: Review: Roadwarden (Switch) - A Fascinating And Quite Special Text-Based RPG
I really enjoyed playing this game on my computer. Great to hear it's still awesome on Switch.
For those who are in doubt whether this game will be fun - there is a free demo on GOG. It runs on Linux, Mac OS and Windows so you can see if it appeals to you before making a purchase.
Re: Review: UFO 50 (Switch) - A Wondrous Smorgasbord Of Retro Delights
@JonBoyJ
You just somehow uttered "These ancient games should remain in the past. There is no fun to be found there."
You are obviously wrong, but that's OK.
Re: NIS America: Trails Beyond The Horizon Switch 2 Game-Key Card Release Is "Most Beneficial Option" For Fans
@PixelVoyager it's greed and giving up on loyal customers, imho.
Re: NIS America: Trails Beyond The Horizon Switch 2 Game-Key Card Release Is "Most Beneficial Option" For Fans
Not buying this nice looking physical release because of it containing a key-card. Too bad.