This game is getting the dreaded code-in-box physical release, just like Civ 7 and Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3+4. I dislike that because you can't resell it and it is a waste of plastic.
Shadow Labyrinth is my most anticipated title from Bandai Namco. I pre-ordered the physical secret edition on Switch and thankfully the Switch 2 upgrade is free!
@ear_wig What about the many Switch 1 game cartridges that require a huge update in order to play the game? This practice is not new and I really don't see an issue here. Even a physical game completely on the disc can be rendered unplayable, just look at The Crew by Ubisoft.
I don't get the hate for game key cards. At least we are still getting physical media from Nintendo. The Xbox version of The Outer Worlds 2 is not even getting a disc!
@Angelic_Lapras_King I don't think using game key cards hurts sells numbers at all. It's very similar to what PS5 games do with having some of the game on the Blu-ray and then needing to download an update. Nintendo is just getting with the times
@Truegamer79 How are game key-cards the same as a cloud version? For playing, the cloud version requires a constant internet connection and a key card only requires Internet for the download off the cartridge. Then you can even resell the cartridge... You can't resell a cloud version.
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Re: Shadow Labyrinth Is 4K/60 On Switch 2, Free Upgrade Available From Switch 1
I pre-ordered the secret edition on Switch and I am so glad to hear the Switch 2 upgrade is free!
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I like that there have been more Switch 2 game announcement recently, such as this cool looking title.
Re: WWE 2K25 Is Finally Confirmed For Switch 2 Alongside Release Date
This game is getting the dreaded code-in-box physical release, just like Civ 7 and Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3+4. I dislike that because you can't resell it and it is a waste of plastic.
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I'm looking forward to Wild Hearts S and No Sleep For Kaname Date.
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Super Metroid is one of the greatest games of all time, so this is good news!
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@Erigen yeah Story of Seasons is a much better series.
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This was the first Wii U game I played at launch in 2012 and I can still remember being blown away by this game on the gamepad. Good times
Re: Street Fighter 6 Reveals Special Collab Outfit Available For "One Year Only"
@Zeebor15 I could care less about the whole Game-Key Card debacle. I'm just here to enjoy the present and the games I have at the moment.
Re: Street Fighter 6 Reveals Special Collab Outfit Available For "One Year Only"
I am loving Street Fighter 6 on Switch 2. I hope Capcom continues to support the console with more games from their iconic franchises!
Re: Bandai Namco's Summer Showcase Promises Plenty Of Switch News Later This Week
Shadow Labyrinth is my most anticipated title from Bandai Namco. I pre-ordered the physical secret edition on Switch and thankfully the Switch 2 upgrade is free!
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This game looks too 'plane' for me.
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Souls-like games are too difficult for my liking. I can beat Castlevania but Dark Souls is just not my cup of tea.
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More Castlevania is a good thing.
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I still play Black Flag on the Wii U to this day, so a remake on the Switch 2 would be very welcomed!
Re: Poll: What's Your Switch (2) Game Of The Year So Far?
I've been blown away by the Switch 2 version of Civ 7
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Wrestling games made by 2K are not my cup of tea. I miss the THQ days.
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This is my most played Switch 2 game, as it has the best marathon mode for me to play on a handheld.
Re: Here's Every Square Enix Switch Game You Can Play On Switch 2 Right Now
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade on a handheld is going to be sick!
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Ever since The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks, I have loved train games.
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Jeep Thrills on Wii will be this weekend's game for me.
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This game looks fun. Taito should revive the Bust-a-Move series next.
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Fun Fact:
Arc System Works ported the original Double Dragon to the Sega Master System in 1988
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I hope the 2008 Turok game is eventually rereleased, too.
Re: Nintendo's President Apologises For Not Being Able To Meet Switch 2 Demand
The official case seems to be more elusive than the console.
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I've been buying almost every Switch 2 title released, though I think I will be skipping this one.
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July 11th is what I'm waiting for, Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3+4 on Switch 2.
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Dying Light 2 was suppose to get a cloud version on Switch 1. I wonder if that was cancelled...
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Worms: Open Warfare on DS is still one of my favorite games on a handheld.
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I've always enjoyed this series, especially the one on Vita, so I am excited about this game.
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I wish there was a collectibles tracker of some sort in free roam.
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Hey, Konami! I want a NEW Castlevania game, preferably on Switch 2.
Re: Review: Tron: Catalyst (Switch) - A Repetitive & Forgettable Time On The Grid
I'll stick with Tron 2.0 on the GBA
Re: Exclusive: Fast Fusion's First Major Update Arrives This Week With Three New Tracks
I wish Nintendo would let the Fast Fusion team develop the next F-Zero.
Re: Sega Knows You Hate Mario Kart's Blue Shells
Sega always makes the best racing games! I'm still playing Sega Rally Revo to this day.
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Pro Skater 3 on N64 was my introduction to the Tony Hawk series and this has been my favorite franchise since.
Re: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Officially Reveals Nickelodeon Collaboration
A Sonic and SpongeBob collab was not on my bingo card for this year.
Re: Forget Switch 2 Game Key-Cards - "Full On-The-Cart Physical Releases" Are What People Want, Says Publisher Lost In Cult
@ear_wig What about the many Switch 1 game cartridges that require a huge update in order to play the game? This practice is not new and I really don't see an issue here. Even a physical game completely on the disc can be rendered unplayable, just look at The Crew by Ubisoft.
Re: Forget Switch 2 Game Key-Cards - "Full On-The-Cart Physical Releases" Are What People Want, Says Publisher Lost In Cult
I don't get the hate for game key cards. At least we are still getting physical media from Nintendo. The Xbox version of The Outer Worlds 2 is not even getting a disc!
Re: Talking Point: Do You Have A New Go-To Racer In Mario Kart World?
Pauline is my favorite racer in the game and I mainly use the Tune Thumper as my vehicle.
Re: Former Nintendo Execs Fear We Might Be Waiting A While For A 3D Mario On Switch 2, Thanks To Donkey Kong
I want to be able to play Super Mario Galaxy 2 on the Switch 2.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (21st June)
I'm playing Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess and Street Fighter 6 on my Switch 2 this weekend. Go Capcom!
Re: Rumour: Final Fantasy Devs Supposedly Hint At Another Nintendo Release
@Angelic_Lapras_King I don't think using game key cards hurts sells numbers at all. It's very similar to what PS5 games do with having some of the game on the Blu-ray and then needing to download an update. Nintendo is just getting with the times
Re: Rumour: Final Fantasy Devs Supposedly Hint At Another Nintendo Release
@Truegamer79 How are game key-cards the same as a cloud version? For playing, the cloud version requires a constant internet connection and a key card only requires Internet for the download off the cartridge. Then you can even resell the cartridge... You can't resell a cloud version.
Re: Opinion: I Never Felt True Nostalgia Until I Played GameCube On Switch 2
Until the Switch 2 came out, the GameCube was my favorite console of all time.
Re: Capcom Spotlight Announced For Next Week, Here's A Teaser Trailer
I hope there is some Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess news. I am loving that game on Switch 2!
Re: Reaction: Donkey Kong Bananza Has Instantly Become My Most Anticipated Game Of 2025
Pauline is my favorite Mario character, so I am hyped!
Re: Review: RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery Of The Soulless Army (Switch 2) - A Unique, Action-RPG Take On The SMT Formula
I got my Switch 2 copy of the game yesterday! I'll start it once I finish playing Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess.
Re: Trails Beyond The Horizon Slips To Early 2026, But It's Also Coming To Switch 2
I have nothing against game-key cards. I like that they are resellable, as that helps me save money.
Re: Nintendo Reportedly Banning Switch 2's Using MIG Cartridges
Pirating games should be punishable to years in prison.