As someone who has played both the DC & Wii Sambas a ton, my opinion is they did a great job on the Switch version aside from the song lineup.
I feel the controls work like they did on the Wii version in that it determines the position based on the orientation you hold controllers. I'm not sure they could have done much more without requiring a floormat like on DC.
I agree it feels odd holding the controllers in the way required, but after awhile it becomes natural.
I am so hyped for this! I loved this on PS1 and have most of the game memorized from replaying it. So glad they ported it to Switch & Steam as I no longer have my PS1 copy.
I can't wait to finally be able to play Rhapsody 2 and 3.
I was even attempting to buy Rhapsody 2 on PS3 a week before they announced these getting localized, but I had trouble accessing my Japanese PSN account. XD
Now can they update it to work fully with the SNES pad? I can play just fine, but the input combo to return to the home screen doesn't work on the GameBoy app. That and I can't connect a second controller while in the app.
I couldn't figure out how to quit without using the power button on the console, just like in the old days. XD
I love every Ace Attorney game, but this one would have to be my second favorite. (First goes to Great Ace Attorney.)
Definitely check it out, if you are interested in these style of games. I still think Capcom will eventually bring these to Switch, but it would be wise to snag this just in case they don't.
Also I am still hyped for Ghost Trick making it's way to Switch! Hopefully this will follow suit.
I have been playing the Japanese release of this for a bit and I have been enjoying it. Each event is short and range from easy to being quite exhausting.
They get pretty creative with mini game ideas. One I find hilarious involves you punching cars as they come towards you on a conveyor belt. Also some events have you grappling around like Spiderman and feel very satisfying when you time it right.
Also you level up as you play which will give you new outfits, titles and new exercise events to play.
I can't read Japanese so I get lost sometimes when setting up routines. Being able to read without having to run a quick translate will help me a lot! lol
@Freek Well IO Interactive did say their 007 game will be an original story regarding an agent earning their 00 status. Come on IO, lets see the Regginator as 007! XD
Zelda WW, TP & Minish Cap
Metroid Prime Trilogy
Metroid Fusion
Metroid Zero Mission
Super Mario RPG
Super Mario Advance 4 (has the e-reader exclusive levels unlocked)
Kirby & the Rainbow Curse
Yoshi's Woolly World
Klonoa GBA 1-2
Wii Party U
Also if you enjoy goofy platformers, check out all the Bonk games.
Lets go on an adventure where Mario tames a dinosaur. One is given the name, Yoshi and they go to beat up a giant turtle. Donkey Kong is also there, but only to sing music numbers.
I have had issues with the image share feature website for awhile. Only one that worked for me was Tumblr.
I know with the Wii U, at least, you can upload screenshots using the web browser to any compatible website. Flickr for example worked for me for awhile. I can't confirm if it still works at the moment as they changed their uploader since I last checked.
Basically any website which has a simple HTML file selection input box should work for uploading screenshots from Wii U (and possibly 3DS?).
Oh I remember the days when I avoided using a wireless router and used LAN for everything. My only exception was the DS, of course. (I used the LAN adapter for Wii.)
I guess for me, the only time that comes up is if an old rare game gets a digital release. I would then play the digital one instead and keep the original in storage. Earthbound, for example.
Prinny Presents Vol 2 with Makai Kingdom & ZHP launching next Tuesday and then this in August. I love all the support NIS is giving the Switch!
The original Rhapsody is so rare now, it will be great to have it more accessible. (Thankfully this seems to be the PS version and not the DS version.) I can't wait to play that and La Pucelle again.
Yep. I tend to check the Japanese eShop each week, so I knew of this. I thought maybe they were finally going to localize it when I saw this article. I definitely considered buying this more than a few times even though I cannot understand Japanese. Definitely my type of game.
@Zeropulse I first tried them on Wii U and I love them. Like GravyThief mentioned, they are puzzle-based platformers. A lot of trying to figure where or how to get to the stage goal.
The second game keeps things pretty similar with the puzzle-platforming. This one includes art you can unlock by finding the collectibles.
Day one! I love this series and it always puts me in a good mood. Salmon Run is my absolute favorite as I tend to prefer co-op over PVP, but I still have a blast with Tower Control and Rainmaker.
Monster Games worked on some of my favorite games including Excite Truck, Pilot Wings Resort, Excitebike: World Rally. Hope this doesn't mean we'll never see another Excite game.
Marsupilami: Hoobadventure for me. Definitely fills my craving for a new DKC game. Pretty short, but still very fun and polished! Wish that game received more recognition.
Giraffe and Annika is a cute 3D platformer. Not perfect but pretty enjoyable and full of charm.
I picked up Kemono Heroes from this sale and I am enjoying it. It is only about 1-2 hours but it has a few characters with unique abilities to try out.
I am still on the fence about this. I am not a fan of how access to the DLC islands is tied to the subscription. If I just buy the DLC standalone, I won't have to think about staying renewed in order to use it. However I am interested in the launch lineup for the Genesis. We have no indication whether or not any future DLC will be included in this subscription and based on how slowly they have been adding SNES games, it might be awhile anyway.
I may just wait on the subscription and just buy the AC DLC.
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Re: Hatsune Miku Is Getting Her Very Own Fitness Boxing Game On Switch
I am enjoying FoTNS Boxing and am up for trying another silly punching game.
The Switch sure has become my workout console with Ring Fit, Fitness Boxing, Samba, and Fitness Circuit.
Re: Review: Samba De Amigo: Party Central - Sega's Cult Classic Returns In Need Of A Shake-Up
As someone who has played both the DC & Wii Sambas a ton, my opinion is they did a great job on the Switch version aside from the song lineup.
I feel the controls work like they did on the Wii version in that it determines the position based on the orientation you hold controllers. I'm not sure they could have done much more without requiring a floormat like on DC.
I agree it feels odd holding the controllers in the way required, but after awhile it becomes natural.
Re: Rhapsody: Marl Kingdom Chronicles Will Sing On Switch In August
I am so hyped for this! I loved this on PS1 and have most of the game memorized from replaying it. So glad they ported it to Switch & Steam as I no longer have my PS1 copy.
I can't wait to finally be able to play Rhapsody 2 and 3.
I was even attempting to buy Rhapsody 2 on PS3 a week before they announced these getting localized, but I had trouble accessing my Japanese PSN account. XD
Re: Samba De Amigo: Party Central Welcomes Sonic To The Maraca Mayhem
I was hopeful for this happening due Sonic, chao and Ulala being in the Wii version.
Also slight correction: Gearbox Software developed Samba de Amigo for the Wii as SEGA and Sonic Team weren't interested, I believe.
Re: Random: Kirby's Dream Land 2's Animal Friends Might Not Be What They Seem
Now can they update it to work fully with the SNES pad? I can play just fine, but the input combo to return to the home screen doesn't work on the GameBoy app. That and I can't connect a second controller while in the app.
I couldn't figure out how to quit without using the power button on the console, just like in the old days. XD
Re: Countdown: 3DS eShop Spotlight - Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies
I love every Ace Attorney game, but this one would have to be my second favorite. (First goes to Great Ace Attorney.)
Definitely check it out, if you are interested in these style of games. I still think Capcom will eventually bring these to Switch, but it would be wise to snag this just in case they don't.
Also I am still hyped for Ghost Trick making it's way to Switch! Hopefully this will follow suit.
Re: Fitness Circuit Brings Your Own Virtual Trainer To Switch This May
I have been playing the Japanese release of this for a bit and I have been enjoying it. Each event is short and range from easy to being quite exhausting.
They get pretty creative with mini game ideas. One I find hilarious involves you punching cars as they come towards you on a conveyor belt. Also some events have you grappling around like Spiderman and feel very satisfying when you time it right.
Also you level up as you play which will give you new outfits, titles and new exercise events to play.
I can't read Japanese so I get lost sometimes when setting up routines. Being able to read without having to run a quick translate will help me a lot! lol
Also here is a link to the official site: https://www.spike-chunsoft.com/fitnesscircuit/en/
Re: Amusing Anime Crossover 'Fitness Boxing Fist Of The North Star' Gets Release Date
@Sisilly_G Nice! Even better.
Re: Amusing Anime Crossover 'Fitness Boxing Fist Of The North Star' Gets Release Date
Day one for me. I wanted to like Fitness Boxing but felt it needed something to make it not so plain.
For anyone curious, there has been a demo for this up on the Japanese store for a while. I imagine once this releases, they will add an English demo.
Re: Poll: Do You Want Weapon Degradation To Return In Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom?
As long as the master sword doesn't have to constantly recharge, I will be fine.
Re: Soapbox: Wario Land 4 Deserves More Love, And Indie Devs Are Doing What Nintendon't
I was literally contemplating purchasing this on Wii U yesterday as I love both platformers and Metroid. Thanks you sold me on WL4!
Re: Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure Sequels Get First-Ever Western Release This Summer
Day one purchase here! Rhapsody is one of my favorite games of all time and I had been wanting to try the sequels for ages.
Re: Video: We Hereby Declare That 2023 Will Be The Year Of 3DS Street Pass
I take my 3DS everywhere but I live in the middle of nowhere, so it has always been rare to get one.
I used to be able to go to Walmart and flip on the wireless mode of their demo unit and farm passes off of that, though.
Re: Reggie Fils-Aimé Returns To The Game Awards As A Presenter
@Freek Well IO Interactive did say their 007 game will be an original story regarding an agent earning their 00 status. Come on IO, lets see the Regginator as 007! XD
https://gamerant.com/project-007-io-interactive-pre-release-information-expectations-game-style/
Re: Rating For 'Ghost Trick' Has Been Spotted In Korea
I absolutely love Ghost Trick and I hope for a port so more people can experience this. I would buy either a port or sequel on day one!
Re: Soapbox: After 10 Years I'm Finally Getting A Wii U, But Where Should I Start?
Zelda WW, TP & Minish Cap
Metroid Prime Trilogy
Metroid Fusion
Metroid Zero Mission
Super Mario RPG
Super Mario Advance 4 (has the e-reader exclusive levels unlocked)
Kirby & the Rainbow Curse
Yoshi's Woolly World
Klonoa GBA 1-2
Wii Party U
Also if you enjoy goofy platformers, check out all the Bonk games.
Re: Poll: Is The Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Good Enough Value Yet?
I'm waiting until Mario Party 3 before I try this.
Re: Jurassic World Aftermath Collection Unearths November Release Date On Switch
I've wanted to try this game for so long however I never cared for VR. I will definitely try this out on Switch.
Re: Random: Toad Will Also Have A Musical Moment In The Mario Movie
Now what about Donkey Kong? https://youtube.com/watch?v=GGKvpaKiEMU
Re: Random: Jack Black Says Bowser Has "A Musical Side" In Mario Movie
Maybe DK and Bowser can have a musical battle. DK has had a lot of practice.
Re: Community: Found A Great Switch Game We Didn't Review? We Want To Know
Marsupilami - Hoobadventure! Short but good 2D platformer heavily inspired by the Donkey Kong Country games.
Re: Chris Pratt Has Seen The Super Mario Movie Teaser, Says He's "Blown Away"
Lets go on an adventure where Mario tames a dinosaur. One is given the name, Yoshi and they go to beat up a giant turtle. Donkey Kong is also there, but only to sing music numbers.
Re: The 3DS And Wii U Are Losing Two More Features Next Month
I have had issues with the image share feature website for awhile. Only one that worked for me was Tumblr.
I know with the Wii U, at least, you can upload screenshots using the web browser to any compatible website. Flickr for example worked for me for awhile. I can't confirm if it still works at the moment as they changed their uploader since I last checked.
Basically any website which has a simple HTML file selection input box should work for uploading screenshots from Wii U (and possibly 3DS?).
Re: PSA: Switch Connection Problems? We Wouldn't Recommend Nintendo's Network Fix
Well considering all the ports the Switch has gotten from other consoles, its no wonder they suggest all those port numbers.
Re: Nintendo Reiterates That Splatoon 3's 'Salmon Run' Mode Will Be Available 24/7
Those salmonoids can't run from my busy schedule now! Wahahaha!
Re: Disney's New Free-To-Play Racer Wants To Be Distinct From Mario Kart With "Combat Racing"
This game seems like a mixture of Asphalt 9, Mario Kart and Sonic Racing Transformed to me, which is exactly the type of racer I could go for.
Re: Nintendo Switch Sports Version 1.2.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Well sounds like I need to practice curving. I always bowl straight down the middle. lol
Re: Nintendo Says To Stop Using Its Wi-Fi USB Connector Due To Security Concerns
Oh I remember the days when I avoided using a wireless router and used LAN for everything. My only exception was the DS, of course. (I used the LAN adapter for Wii.)
Re: Mini Review: Growbot - A Musical Point-And-Clicker, Superficial But Sumptuous
Definitely have this one in my backlog. Love the style and musical puzzles sound interesting.
Re: Nintendo Download: 14th July (North America)
I am interested in Growbot, Spidersaurs and possibly Endling.
Re: DS Cult Favourite 'Touch Detective' To Get "Funghi Case Files" Collection On Switch In Japan
I would buy an English version of this on day one! I love the two DS ones and never got to play the 3rd since it never released here.
Re: Nintendo Might Finally Be Racing Ahead With Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's Wave 2 DLC
I predict July 18/19.
There's scheduled maintenance July 18 at 9pm Pacific.
https://www.nintendo.com/consumer/network/en_na/network_status.jsp
Re: Ray Tracing? No, TRAY RACING, In Upcoming Free-To-Play 16-Player Racing Game, 'Tray Racers'
This was in my watch list, but if its free, I'll be there day one!
Re: Every Game From The Wholesome Direct 2022 Coming To Switch
This single showcase increased my backlog by about 10 games. Wholesome Direct was definitely my favorite of this week.
So glad these shows help me discover games I wouldn't have heard of otherwise.
Re: Poll: What's The Best James Bond Game?
My favorite are "From Russia With Love" and "Everything or Nothing" both on the GCN. Had some of my favorite driving missions and had fun gadgets.
Sean Connery returning for the role also made From Russia With Love extra special for me.
Re: Video: Do You Own A Video Game So Rare That You Can Never Actually Play It?
I guess for me, the only time that comes up is if an old rare game gets a digital release. I would then play the digital one instead and keep the original in storage. Earthbound, for example.
Re: Take A Look At La Pucelle: Ragnarok From 'Prinny Presents NIS Classics Volume 3'
Prinny Presents Vol 2 with Makai Kingdom & ZHP launching next Tuesday and then this in August. I love all the support NIS is giving the Switch!
The original Rhapsody is so rare now, it will be great to have it more accessible. (Thankfully this seems to be the PS version and not the DS version.) I can't wait to play that and La Pucelle again.
Re: Random: How On Earth Did We Miss Bandai Namco's "Cooking Action Battle Game" Tabe-O-Ja?
Yep. I tend to check the Japanese eShop each week, so I knew of this. I thought maybe they were finally going to localize it when I saw this article. I definitely considered buying this more than a few times even though I cannot understand Japanese. Definitely my type of game.
Re: Rumour: Ubisoft Reportedly Developing Sequel To Immortals Fenyx Rising
I still need to get around to the first one in my backlog. Guess I can add the sequel to my backlog, assuming this rumor is true.
Re: Japan Gets Special Edition Of Klonoa On Switch Which Includes Drinking Glasses
@Zeropulse I first tried them on Wii U and I love them. Like GravyThief mentioned, they are puzzle-based platformers. A lot of trying to figure where or how to get to the stage goal.
The second game keeps things pretty similar with the puzzle-platforming. This one includes art you can unlock by finding the collectibles.
Re: Poll: Are You A Fan Of Nintendo Switch Online's Game Pass-Style Missions And Rewards?
I like this idea. I will be checking for new items when they cycle out.
Re: Poll: The End Is Coming, But How Much Will You Miss The Wii U And 3DS eShop?
@cyrus_zuo It was in fact today. I had bought a few games from the website yesterday.
Re: Nintendo Shares The Original EarthBound Player's Guide Online
Now if only PDF technology supported smell-o-vision, this guide would be complete.
Re: Poll: It's The Year Of Splatoon 3 - Are You Excited?
Day one! I love this series and it always puts me in a good mood. Salmon Run is my absolute favorite as I tend to prefer co-op over PVP, but I still have a blast with Tower Control and Rainmaker.
Re: The Studio Behind Excite Truck And Excitebots Has Been Acquired By iRacing
Monster Games worked on some of my favorite games including Excite Truck, Pilot Wings Resort, Excitebike: World Rally. Hope this doesn't mean we'll never see another Excite game.
Re: Capcom Shares Special Ace Attorney Artwork To Celebrate Its 20th Anniversary
I like how Auchi and Payne are just peeking out.
Re: Poll: What's The Best Switch Game Of 2021? It's Time To Rate Your Favourites
Marsupilami: Hoobadventure for me. Definitely fills my craving for a new DKC game. Pretty short, but still very fun and polished! Wish that game received more recognition.
Re: NIS America Sale Discounts 34 Games On Nintendo Switch
Giraffe and Annika is a cute 3D platformer. Not perfect but pretty enjoyable and full of charm.
I picked up Kemono Heroes from this sale and I am enjoying it. It is only about 1-2 hours but it has a few characters with unique abilities to try out.
Re: Yay! Town Ordinances Are Finally Making A Return To Animal Crossing
Night owl ordinance! Now I can set my Switch to use my actual timezone again. I usually don't get time to play until after 9pm.
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of The Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Price?
I am still on the fence about this. I am not a fan of how access to the DLC islands is tied to the subscription. If I just buy the DLC standalone, I won't have to think about staying renewed in order to use it. However I am interested in the launch lineup for the Genesis. We have no indication whether or not any future DLC will be included in this subscription and based on how slowly they have been adding SNES games, it might be awhile anyway.
I may just wait on the subscription and just buy the AC DLC.