Doesn't surprise in the slightest. Haven't heard much from them in years. Let E3 die so we can all finally move on. Something else can take it's place.
I hate open world. It's confusing with no sense of direction. Yes, it works well for a sandbox game, but I prefer to have a linear path. Makes it easy to understand and play. Plus, makes story telling MUCH easier. ^^
Review is fair. Hard to ignore the performance issues. Story isn't anything too special but still nice to have. Overall, I'm enjoying the game. It's nice to play a monster collecting game that isn't pokemon.
Performance can always be optimized better via a patch or two. Not a deal breaker.
@dew12333 That doesn't bother me. Digital or cloud, I'm all for it. As the oldest of 5, I HATE dealing with the downsides of physical media.
@Anti-Matter Heha, keep dreaming. The gaming companies will do whatever it takes to save money. Not having to print out physical cartridges or disk will save them a ton. Simple facts.
@Ultimapunch All irrelevant. Digital only media IS coming whether you like it or not. Cheaper on companies and easier to manage by consumers as given by this article.
As for online stores shutting down, that business. We humans end up moving on to the next thing anyway. We don't have the attention span to even remember the old games. Humans are just THAT stupid.
Seeing as everything is on a streaming app these days, yes. Love using my Funimation, YouTube, and Hulu app. Wouldn't mind seeing a Paramount or HBC Max app.
I'm all for digital only. As the oldest of 5 in my family, it saves me the trouble of having to keep track of physical game cartridge. I care about the game, not the shell it may come in.
Let physical cartridges die and digital media take over. ^^
@Paddle1 oh, I'm aware. Tech has gotten smaller and more efficient in years but I'm not expecting anything major. I'm fine with seeing the new Switch handheld with more RAM and a better CPU. That would be more then enough for 1080p gaming. Nintendo has always been able to put out great First party titles with less hardware.
This is believable. Nintendo loves using last gen's tech. It cheap and it works. No need to worry about "red ring of death" issues that you see in the new tech.
If possible, I'd love to see a new playable race be added. I know it would be hard and has to be tied to the lore somehow, but I'd think it would be cool.
I rather they just keep updating Splatoon 3 longer. Keep adding weapon kits and maps. ^^
As for a possible Switch 2, it doesn't surprise me that it would use PS3/Xbox 1 specs. Nintendo always uses last gen hardware. This is because they know it works and keep it cheaper then it's competition. I don't think I've ever had a Nintendo console or handheld suffer the "red ring" of death before.
@EarthboundBenjy No product can last forever. From a developer point of view, just making the product and see how it goes is all that matters. Sides, the app is free. They aren't making money off of it.
If pulling from one product to another help makes the main product better, I'm all for it. The Pokemon TCG app is fine but it could be polish to a better product. So Kudos on them. ^^
I'd be happy if they made a new FFCC game from the ground up. It can be the latest in the FFCC series. This way, they don't have to worry about messing an original. This new game could also have working multiplayer from the start. : P
This Switch 2 is gonna be like the New 3DS. It will have a faster CPU and maybe a better GPU. Which I am fine with. Oh, and more RAM. That will help. The NS is still a strong console. It just needs new hardware specs.
We all saw this coming. It was only a matter of time. As for the UK, they will either cave or not get any games from Activision Blizzard. Microsoft makes plenty of money to NOT rely on the UK market.
Ah, this game was so much fun. The control scheme took some getting used to but so does Splatoon. Both games are very fun. Would love to see this game on the Switch. ^^
@Moonlessky I take it the game still runs pretty bad? 30fps I can live with. But if the FPS is still dropping and the game is running slow, it's not worth it. Sad...
Nice to know we don't have to worry about new accounts.
Say what you will about the age of the Nintendo Switch, it works. New tech in the Sony and Microsoft consoles (and even PC) is always buggy, glitchy, crashy, etc. I have not once any issues with my Nintendo console. No red ring of death or data breach *****.
@Dm9982 ah, that's what you meant. You left out the "online" in your post. PSO and PS are two different acronyms in the Phantasm Star series.
As for PSO2, I enjoyed the game a bunch. I have thousands of hours in that game. But that's with base PSO2. PSO2:New Genesis is a different game. Miley will vary but it change a lot compared to what PSO and PSO2 was.
Heha, doesn't surprise me too much that Bowser Jr. Is a teen. They are Koopas. So their age and growth will be different from humans. Hell, they could grow up to be in their 100s and look 40 or something.
@Axecon It's already confirmed that the Koopaling aren't not his biological children. Nintendo themselves reconned it. If anything, they are Bowser's adopted children. Who are probably older then we thought.
I always assumed the Koopaling were one year apart. Ludwig is the oldest and Larry is the youngest.
FFCC was my first into the series. Gameplay was fun but I loved the lore that was behind the spin off. I still want to get the switch version, if only to experience the story again (despite the caravaning not being exactly the same : p)
@Wheatly Since you clearly missed the point, I'll say it again. Us disagreeing with Nintendo's decisions is irrelevant.
Nintendo can do whatever they want with their IPs. That include NOT giving us what we want or what sounds like a good business decision. We can complain all we want but if they say no, then it's no. Aka, irrelevant.
Nintendo can do whatever they want with their IP. That includes releasing legacy content or not. The fact that we don't agree with this decision is irrelevant.
I actually enjoyed playing Black Ops 2 on Wii U. The dual screen play was so much better over traditional split screen. I would love to see such a feature make a comeback. ^^
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Re: Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince Update Announced For Switch
No crashes or any game breaking bugs I've noticed. Some choppy frames but that's about it. Nothing that stops me from playing the game.
But nice to see the game getting some patches on the way. Looking forward to seeing if this game will get any more DLC. Heha, would love it. ^^
Re: E3 Has Been Cancelled, Permanently
Doesn't surprise in the slightest. Haven't heard much from them in years. Let E3 die so we can all finally move on. Something else can take it's place.
Re: Zelda Producer Responds To Fans Who Want A More "Traditional Linear" Adventure
I hate open world. It's confusing with no sense of direction. Yes, it works well for a sandbox game, but I prefer to have a linear path. Makes it easy to understand and play. Plus, makes story telling MUCH easier. ^^
Re: Review: Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince (Switch) - A Near-Royal Return For The Addictive Monster-Catching Spin-Off
Review is fair. Hard to ignore the performance issues. Story isn't anything too special but still nice to have. Overall, I'm enjoying the game. It's nice to play a monster collecting game that isn't pokemon.
Performance can always be optimized better via a patch or two. Not a deal breaker.
Re: Square Enix Asks Fans To Consider Dragon Quest Monsters eShop Version After Physical Release Sells Out
Damn, for a game that many gamers are writing off, it's sure seems to sell well. Kudos!
And Kudo to the push towards digital sales! ^^
Re: Square Enix Asks Dragon Quest Fans To Refrain From Posting 'Dark Prince' End Game Spoilers
@rotekps_aniger It can also have the opposite affect. If a play knows how the game ends, why play it at all?
Humans are stupid with short attention spans. They'll go back to playing updating competitive multiplayer game that is popular to play at the time.
Re: Oh Dear, Contra: Operation Galuga's Physical Edition Is A Download Code In A Box
@dew12333 That doesn't bother me. Digital or cloud, I'm all for it. As the oldest of 5, I HATE dealing with the downsides of physical media.
@Anti-Matter Heha, keep dreaming. The gaming companies will do whatever it takes to save money. Not having to print out physical cartridges or disk will save them a ton. Simple facts.
Re: Oh Dear, Contra: Operation Galuga's Physical Edition Is A Download Code In A Box
Sweet. More proof the digital only era is closer then people want to believe. ^^
Re: The First Review For Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince Is In
This is famitsu. Doesn't surprise me they rate this game rather highly.
That being said, I enjoyed the demo. Currently playing the game now. If anything, the game is worth a solid 7/10.
Re: Video: 12 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In December 2023
Already have Dragon Quest Monster pre-ordered. I enjoyed the demo. Looking forward to the rest of the game. ^^
Re: Random: More Kids Want In-Game Currency Over Physical Media This Holiday
@Ultimapunch All irrelevant. Digital only media IS coming whether you like it or not. Cheaper on companies and easier to manage by consumers as given by this article.
As for online stores shutting down, that business. We humans end up moving on to the next thing anyway. We don't have the attention span to even remember the old games. Humans are just THAT stupid.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Like To See More Streaming Media Apps On 'Switch 2'?
Seeing as everything is on a streaming app these days, yes. Love using my Funimation, YouTube, and Hulu app. Wouldn't mind seeing a Paramount or HBC Max app.
Re: Random: More Kids Want In-Game Currency Over Physical Media This Holiday
Sounds right. Physical media is outdated for the more modern digital media. Let physical media die out so we can move on.
Re: Talking Point: If 'Switch 2' Is Backwards Compatible, What Will You Do With Your Switch?
Keep the console for awhile then sell it afterwards. Same with the docks if they don't work for the rumored "Switch 2."
Re: Digital Foundry Digs Into The Nvidia Chip Rumoured To Power 'Switch 2'
Nintendo has always target performance over graphics. I don't expect to see 4k resolution. Nor does it need it.
1080p 60fps is more then enough for a Nintendo console.
Re: Newly Discovered Nintendo Filing Shows Off "Dual-Screen, Detachable Device"
I would LOVE Nintendo to go back to dual screens. The DS and 3DS were a LOT of fun. So many good games that actually used 2 screens. ^^
Re: It's Over, Microsoft Has Officially Acquired Activision Blizzard
About damn time. We already knew this was going to happen. Not sure what the fuss was about by stalling them.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Buy A Digital-Only 'Switch 2'?
@Anti-Matter Physical media will NOT last forever. The gaming companies already know digital is much cheaper to produce. It's only a matter of time.
PC gaming is a digital only media. Console gaming WILL follow suit.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Buy A Digital-Only 'Switch 2'?
I'm all for digital only. As the oldest of 5 in my family, it saves me the trouble of having to keep track of physical game cartridge. I care about the game, not the shell it may come in.
Let physical cartridges die and digital media take over. ^^
Re: Nintendo Reportedly Briefed Activision On 'Switch 2' Back In 2022
@Paddle1 oh, I'm aware. Tech has gotten smaller and more efficient in years but I'm not expecting anything major. I'm fine with seeing the new Switch handheld with more RAM and a better CPU. That would be more then enough for 1080p gaming. Nintendo has always been able to put out great First party titles with less hardware.
Re: Nintendo Reportedly Briefed Activision On 'Switch 2' Back In 2022
This is believable. Nintendo loves using last gen's tech. It cheap and it works. No need to worry about "red ring of death" issues that you see in the new tech.
Re: Talking Point: What Do You Want From A 'Splatoon 4'?
If possible, I'd love to see a new playable race be added. I know it would be hard and has to be tied to the lore somehow, but I'd think it would be cool.
I rather they just keep updating Splatoon 3 longer. Keep adding weapon kits and maps. ^^
Re: Nintendo Reportedly Showed 'Switch 2' Demos To Developers At Gamescom
So much copium in the comments. XD
As for a possible Switch 2, it doesn't surprise me that it would use PS3/Xbox 1 specs. Nintendo always uses last gen hardware. This is because they know it works and keep it cheaper then it's competition. I don't think I've ever had a Nintendo console or handheld suffer the "red ring" of death before.
Re: Pokémon TCG Card Dex Is Being Removed From App Stores Later This Month
@EarthboundBenjy No product can last forever. From a developer point of view, just making the product and see how it goes is all that matters. Sides, the app is free. They aren't making money off of it.
If pulling from one product to another help makes the main product better, I'm all for it. The Pokemon TCG app is fine but it could be polish to a better product. So Kudos on them. ^^
Re: Splatoon 3 Version 5.0.0 Goes Live Soon, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Sweet, Tenacity got a buff. I use that on some on my main weapon build. This'll be fun. ^^
Re: Denuvo's 'Switch Emulator Protection' Is Now Available Via Nintendo's Official Dev Portal
I'm all for game devs protecting their games from piracy. But Denuvo sucks. Killing performance for protection isn't the way to go...
Re: Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Producer Asks Fans To 'Trust' That A New Chapter Will Dawn
I'd be happy if they made a new FFCC game from the ground up. It can be the latest in the FFCC series. This way, they don't have to worry about messing an original. This new game could also have working multiplayer from the start. : P
Re: Nintendo Reveals Every Challenge And Event Heading To Splatoon 3 This Month
@Anti-Matter Games known for its multiplayer. But if ya want to ignore that component, I guess you can.
Re: Rumour: Nintendo Is Targeting A 2024 Release For The Switch Successor
This Switch 2 is gonna be like the New 3DS. It will have a faster CPU and maybe a better GPU. Which I am fine with. Oh, and more RAM. That will help. The NS is still a strong console. It just needs new hardware specs.
Re: Talking Point: Would A Third Wave Of Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC Have Been Too Much?
Give another wave but with less Sword characters. There are SO many sword based characters...
Re: Splatoon 3 Version 4.1.0 Goes Live Today, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
@MooseTinsel Games got bigger. It makes it hard for download play to be a thing anymore.
Re: Microsoft Given All-Clear In The US To Acquire Activision Blizzard
We all saw this coming. It was only a matter of time. As for the UK, they will either cave or not get any games from Activision Blizzard. Microsoft makes plenty of money to NOT rely on the UK market.
Re: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Version 2.4.0) Character & Vehicle Performance Balance Changes Revealed
Huh, interesting. Nice to see a change of stats. No idea if this is good or bad though..
Re: Random: Sakurai Explains Why True Twin-Stick Controls Weren't Possible For Kid Icarus: Uprising
Ah, this game was so much fun. The control scheme took some getting used to but so does Splatoon. Both games are very fun. Would love to see this game on the Switch. ^^
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Version 1.3.2 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
@Dazman And someone's appears to be in denial.
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Version 1.3.2 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
@Moonlessky I take it the game still runs pretty bad? 30fps I can live with. But if the FPS is still dropping and the game is running slow, it's not worth it. Sad...
Re: Shuntaro Furukawa: Switch Successor Will Utilise The 'Nintendo Account' System
Nice to know we don't have to worry about new accounts.
Say what you will about the age of the Nintendo Switch, it works. New tech in the Sony and Microsoft consoles (and even PC) is always buggy, glitchy, crashy, etc. I have not once any issues with my Nintendo console. No red ring of death or data breach *****.
Re: Feature: Enclave HD's Producer On Bringing Starbreeze's ARPG To Switch - Frame Rate, Resolution, New Additions
@Dm9982 ah, that's what you meant. You left out the "online" in your post. PSO and PS are two different acronyms in the Phantasm Star series.
As for PSO2, I enjoyed the game a bunch. I have thousands of hours in that game. But that's with base PSO2. PSO2:New Genesis is a different game. Miley will vary but it change a lot compared to what PSO and PSO2 was.
Re: Feature: Enclave HD's Producer On Bringing Starbreeze's ARPG To Switch - Frame Rate, Resolution, New Additions
@Dm9982 They did a port of Phantasy Star Episode 1 on Switch. Gave it some QoL. Mainly to it's UI.
Re: Random: It Turns Out That Bowser Is A Fair Bit Older Than Mario, After All
Heha, doesn't surprise me too much that Bowser Jr. Is a teen. They are Koopas. So their age and growth will be different from humans. Hell, they could grow up to be in their 100s and look 40 or something.
@Axecon It's already confirmed that the Koopaling aren't not his biological children. Nintendo themselves reconned it. If anything, they are Bowser's adopted children. Who are probably older then we thought.
I always assumed the Koopaling were one year apart. Ludwig is the oldest and Larry is the youngest.
Re: Watch The Pros Splat It Out In The Splatoon 3 Championship 2023 Opening Qualifier
@Nintendancies That's competitive shooter for ya. Gamers love to sweat. : P
Re: Poll: Which Was Your First 'Final Fantasy'?
FFCC was my first into the series. Gameplay was fun but I loved the lore that was behind the spin off. I still want to get the switch version, if only to experience the story again (despite the caravaning not being exactly the same : p)
Re: Nintendo Wins Court Dispute Against Pirated Game Hosting Site
@Wheatly Since you clearly missed the point, I'll say it again. Us disagreeing with Nintendo's decisions is irrelevant.
Nintendo can do whatever they want with their IPs. That include NOT giving us what we want or what sounds like a good business decision. We can complain all we want but if they say no, then it's no. Aka, irrelevant.
Re: Nintendo Wins Court Dispute Against Pirated Game Hosting Site
Nintendo can do whatever they want with their IP. That includes releasing legacy content or not. The fact that we don't agree with this decision is irrelevant.
Re: Feature: Call Of Duty On Nintendo Systems - A Brief History
I actually enjoyed playing Black Ops 2 on Wii U. The dual screen play was so much better over traditional split screen. I would love to see such a feature make a comeback. ^^
Re: Video: 10 Exciting Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In April 2023
Can't wait for Advanced Wars. I wish for it to do well. Been waiting for this game for a long time. ^^