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@Paulo awesome, thanks for replying with those cool memories and suggestions with the G&W Gallery releases - I still have my original G&W Parachute LCD as well. Thankfully those LR44 batteries are still around!

Regarding Nintendo's LCD games, I got to play Oil Panic and Greenhouse that were owned by other kids, and I loved them as well.

Also played other LCD games as well - I vividly remember the 'budget' Mini Arcade games like Sea Ranger, Plane and Tank Battle, and Highway. Those were lots of fun.

I also still have my original Cresta Pac-Man LCD game, with the little red joystick on the right. As a kid I decorated the bottom of the thing with all kinds of tiny stickers - spelling 'Pac-Man' with letters and adding some fruit stickers for additional coolness.

I'm keeping my old LCD games ''running' 24/7, replacing the batteries each year or so, and my Pac-Man game still plays its relatively short daily alarm song like it always has. Good times.

@Paulo the dual-screen DK games were awesome, weren't they?

I had (and still have) the original 'orange' one myself. LCD handheld games were hot in my eighties. We played them together and temporarily swapped out our games with other kids to fully enjoy all of them.

This is a lovely feature, but "we decided to release this title as a Game-Key Card on the Nintendo Switch 2 as we believed it was the most beneficial option for our customers" is an absolutely laughable and dismissive answer to a solid question.

I would have considered purchasing this, but since it's a game-key card, no thanks.

It's a shame.

@USWITCH64 Yeah, I'm not getting the hate on the new Kart either. I've been playing the game since launch and I'm still in love with it. To each their own I guess.

Regarding DKB, the nonsense about needing a totally fixed and totally stable 60fps on DKB is ridiculous, imho. If you need that kind of stuff to have an enjoyable experience, perhaps consider 'upgrading' from Nintendo, or play less-demanding games.

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@Smithicus I just overclocked my Switch 2 in anticipation of tomorrow - I'll be fine!

@AmplifyMJ Now that I've finally read some DKB reviews, I'm convinced of that as well.

@ThisisJosh I sincerely hope so that they're joking. My sarcasm detection mechanism probably malfunctioned when I made that reply, I guess.

Can't wait to dive in tomorrow.

@Shmoo 'Hedonistic filth'? Really?

Your family will be so happy now that you have decided to not grant them the game.

I think you might be overreacting a bit.

Love it. Well done, and can't wait.

Looking forward to it - the game really appears to be a polished barrel of fun indeed!

I still love it at this point shrugs

Review bombing is cringe and pathetic. These people should grow up.

I wouldn't mind a solid new Everybody's Golf. These games are so much fun to play. Let's hope it's going to be good!

@Ryanm519 highfives It's indeed an absolute fun blast. Loving it. I'm happy that I got the S2 release with Kart 'built-in', a true bargain. So worth it.

Cart on!

@IronMan30 Same! I had originally tried the demo but decided not to purchase it in the end. Let's hope Dredge will be given such a S2 performance update as well - if they announce that I'll be grabbing that too, I think.

I never played Strikers before, it looks like a ton of fun. Looking forward to it!

@Metazoxan I agree that companies are made of people. I agree we can't expect them to be perfect.

But speaking for myself I expect them to be caring and decent, not blaming others for their own mishaps. It's all about attitude. Swearing 'for the funs of it' and being edgy/snarking doesn't help them much.

I don't have any Dbrand products yet, and it will stay that way. I'd rather spend my money with a company that shows customers some decency and respect.

My list of 6 that I'm playing so far:

1 Mario Kart World (zany fun, a true joy)
2 Fantasy Life (I totally underestimated its awesomeness)
3 Rune Factory Guardians of Azuma (my favourite RF game is RF4 Special, but this one is loads of fun so far)
4 Breath of the Wild (it's like driving in an old car that has just been given a huge overhaul - it's absolutely fantastic to re-explore Hyrule like this)
5 Cyberpunk (still can't believe it's running so well - can we have the new Witcher next year as well?)
6 World Tour (worth the $10 if you're a nerd like me)

@CJD87 I believe it's 60fps in fighting mode, but gameplay is limited to 30fps in the 'open world' - including the fights that happen in there.

That definitely looks less pixely than the 2600 version. Man I'm getting old.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HthiZCDmvY

@basednrd Understood - thanks for the reply!

I just cannot understand their 'be edgy, snarky, and sweary towards customers' outings and businessmodel. How could they presume this is actually boosting their sales? I'd be totally happy condering and buying Dbrand accessories if they were coming from a 'generally nice and decent' company.

With all this, I'm just getting a "be edgy and snarky, or stay away" vibe. It's just how this feels for me. shrugs

@basednrd it's that demeaning attitude, while blaming others for their own mistakes, that make me think Dbrand is run by a childish bunch of clowns who shouldn't be operating a business if they are unwilling to be decent to their customers.

After reading this article and especially Dbrand's obnoxious comments, I'll be skipping on their products forever.

Bye Dbrand. You'll deserve the backlash.

Absolutely amazing game. I hope it'll be good on Switch 2, because I'm eager to play this again on my new favourite console.

Perhaps (hopefully) we'll get a S2 update for Under Night In-Birth II, but to be honest that awesome fighter is already running perfectly on the original Switch. But hey, an update would be nice.

@JohnnyMind enjoy that Switch 2!

@GrailUK Ah, good 'ol Zzap!64. The greatest of times.

@antonvaltaz @world Thank you for mentioning the screenshots on Deku. I looked it up and I am glad they at least included the classic version!

I have always loved Boulderdash (on C64), but I have to say I'm not a fan of this 'contemporary visuals' artstyle.

I had hoped they'd put it a 'retro vibe' mode, but alas.

I'm incredibly looking forward to be playing my very first Sky game starting with this newly crafted installment.

I won't be grabbing it unless there's a proper (standard / simple) physical Switch 2 version though. Seeing that gameplay footage I think I'm going to love that new Nintendo hardware a lot.

If there is no physical Switch 2 version I'll simply be continuing my vast Xenoblade Chronicles adventures, probably.

And Switch 2 wins the beauty contest as well!

@Dm9982 I really like to have my gaming experience to be (optionally) portable as well - I'm taking my Switch everywhere. Like 'back in the days' I loved my GameBoy and today Nintendo has still got it right delivering that awesome 'it just works - just plug in the cartridge' experience.

Good stuff, I'm sure we will enjoy the new Switch.

@Dm9982 yes I'll definitely have this thank you very much! Looking forward to seeing what they can squeeze out of the 'little' Switch 2. It will be the first time I play the actual game, and I can't wait.

Hopefully we'll get that upcoming new Witcher with a solid experience as well.

The internal 256GB will be more than enough for me.

Can't wait to start playing when this arrives. Bring it on.

I'm seriously disappointed in the way "sharing gameplay data" is needed to get that invitation. I guess me not sharing disqualifies me, though I meet all of the other criteria.

Thankfully I am settled with a preorder elsewhere, but I'd have prefered to have ordered it from Nintendo if I was given that chance.

Good luck everyone. Good times ahead.

I love the way this new console truly seems to be a 'simple' Switch 2.

Bring it on, my wallet is ready.

Looks great and welcome (especially since it's optional) - it would definitely trigger performance issues on the OG Switch, but with the Switch 2 those problems will probably be solved.

For me Minecraft has always been a really fun experience, so I am looking forward to its further development.

I'm having a great time so far, with this Switch release.

I am astonished what these developers can still achieve with a decade old hardware. Well done indeed. My journey wil continue tomorrow.

@JohnnyMind ignore the sad troublemakers and always be yourself. Have a great weekend!

Thanks for that interview! It's excellent to read that they can still pretty much do what they like doing going into the future as well.

@Kraven I'm also beyond hyped at this point - enjoy! It's such an excellent franchise.

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I lost track of time and drove home from work too late today. Totally missed my chance to pick up my copy which was delivered at my post office pickup point. Oy.

I was looking forward to start my journey with this particular Xenoblade game for the very first time this evening. But thankfully the weekend is near. I'll have pretty much zero knowledge of X's story and will definitely take my sweet time to experience all of it.

Thanks for the tips NL and I'm excited to get started.

Woohoo! Looking forward to playing it - awaiting my cart to arrive!

Take my monies Nintendo - I am ready.

I have to admit I haven't really played a lot of Minter games in the last decade, but back in the eighties I played and loved a good share of his classics on my C64. I have fond memories of playing Mutant Camels after loving Empire Strikes Back on my first 'proper' game console - the Atari 2600.

I love retro shmup-like arcade games (and pinball) and I went to Play Expo in Manchester UK two times, about a decade ago. During my last visit I met an online friend from the UK who held an R-Type record (I myself wanted to improve on my Time Pilot score) and we were able to have a Guinness or two with Jeff in the evening - and we had a great time talking about games of old and current.

Great memories - and I love how he's still creating fun arcade games as of this day.

Thank you for the continued support and features, mister Ape!

@JohnnyMind Censorship obviously isn't great I agree, but I mean, this controversy clearly (?!) is just about boobs, and keep in mind the character's age and such.

The game will be great as ever. Enjoy!

Not again! I already have one!