My alarm will be set in the morning. Asked my husband if he’d be willing to take the kids to school so I can watch the direct before I have to get ready for work. So excited!
I’ve only been playing Liberations and find it to be great. Don’t really care about playing the main game at all. Liberation runs smoothly and that’s all I could have asked for
@Gamer83 It’s not Nintendo at all. Blame Sony for their changing policies within the past year regarding sexual content in games. Spike Chunsoft clearly didn’t wish to be bothered making a more complete version for Switch, so they just used the same content from the PS4 version which Sony would have made them censor.
I just want it for AC: Liberation. Can we have a more in-depth, separate review of that compared to AC3: Remastered? And is Liberation on the cart or a separate download code? If separate, I will happily trade in the cart in a heartbeat
@SegaBlueSky I’m pretty sure I’ve seen an officially licensed GameBoy watch sold online and at Nintendo World before, so there is one out there on the market
@Dazza: You forgot to mention the price for Assassin’s Creed 3 Remastered as well as the fact the game also includes the second game Assassin’s Creed: Liberation starring the female character Aveline de Grandpré
@Xavcob I know this article is old but I wanted to respond to you in how much I agree! I’m importing 5 copies on release (one for myself and one for each of my kids) and we’re hyped for it.
As to getting more anime... I really wish they’d bring Shadowside over to the US as I feel its darker tone would probably resonate with audiences more here than it did in Japan. I believe too many found the original anime here to be so very kiddy and too comedic with no real story goal and Shadowside is the total opposite.
I also factor Hasbro’s hand in the toys as a major factor in the series failure. Bandai made quality stuff for Japan and Hasbro cheaped out on us totally. There was no marketing, the show went on Disney XD which is a paid cable channel which already limits the audience unless you have streaming services... Hasbro never even gave us Fumi-chan’s watch (and I showed a rep the toy I had of it during the first game’s launch at Nintendo World)... Bandai needs the rights back for international distribution and amp up marketing
@nin10doom @ArcanaXVI The game has already been announced for the US. In Japan and the US, Arc System Works is the publisher while Europe will have PQube as the publisher. The game was available to play at NYCC and AnimeNYC last year. I had fun with it when I worked both conventions and I will definitely be purchasing for both my Switch and PS4
Actually, the Japanese Tamagotchis got soooo much better since the 90s. Full color screen, connectivity to others with the same kind, free DLC at special stations in toy stores.... Bandai has hopped back on the Tamagotchi train here in the US to bank on nostalgia but why they still won’t release the fully color models here is head scratching given the demand for the re-releases is huge. I collect each new pet that comes out in Japan every year now because they’re loads better and tons of fun. My kids love them too.
@ICISAZEL LOL. I’m sure they do when I buy 4 children, myself, and my husband our own systems and games each. And that’s on top of my personal collection of variants when it comes to systems.
Between this and the Smash Bros. Console bundle I have preordered, I actually want this more. And will still keep my day one launch system. Not concerned about any supposed revisions or upgrades until I see an actual product presented. But it’ll be like my DS/3DS collection: buying multiple iterations and never parting with any of them
Wonder what child character will be in the next game since there’s been one in the first two. Either way, the hype is immense and I preordered on Amazon the day it was announced and listed
I know it’s a major long shot but an official localization of Great Ace Attorney 1 & 2 would be vastly appreciated. i have all the games, including the Japanese versions as well as the fan translation of Miles Edgeworth Investigations 2 on an offical DS cart (gift for my birthday this Summer from my husband when he came across it by pure chance) that works in my old DS Lite (no hacking/mod or anything needed but will only read on the original DS or DS Lite).. so to have more English games (and on physical media would be a bonus) would be vastly appreciated whether on 3DS or Switch
That is a load of crap. Foremer warehouse employee from my early college days and I can tell you the job is not bad like a lot of articles/people have made it out to be over the years. Is the job easy? Nope, it’s fairly repetititve and somewhat competitive. Is the job for everyone? Not at all. Not everyone does well in the hustle/bustle environment of the warehouse, but I also recall plenty of people that enjoyed their jobs there that said they’d never do anything else. I choose to shop with Amazon because more often than not, they do tend to be the cheaper alternative depending on what I’m purchasing AND they are generally faster for receiving items. I never quite understood the hate for Amazon before and after I worked there. It pays well for a not so easy job. Quite a few occupations do that.
I just imported the game and controller from Amazon Japan (seriously, a much better and cheaper alternative to Play Asia) and will be double dipping when the game releases in the US on both the Switch and PS4 (I purchased the Asia region game/controller bundle at an anime convention earlier this year).
While I think it’s a missed opportunity to release the drum outside of Japan given kids especially do like little gimmicks like that (think Rock Band and Guitar Hero), I also understand since this Bandai essentially testing the series’ longevity outside of the home country again after all these years.
If the imported controller still works with the localized version of the game, then it shouldn’t be a big issue for those in the know that want it. But I will say, the drum is a pretty finicky piece of equipment and Hori hasn’t always had a good track record with them. So better to err on the side of caution for both the manufacturer and the consumer.
I recently received this manga from my husband for Mother’s Day. I like the dark nature but it’s got so many head games being played in the plot that I was left with more questions the further I read. Will still buy though
@Krisi THIS!!! I imported all of the versions of 3 from Japan along with the medals and toys but goodness if I don’t just need my kids’s and my collection of the localized games to be complete
Style Savvy was announced as an eshop only title for NA yesterday. Releases on 12/25. Ironically it is the European version as evident in the Brit speak but you can choose your currency in the demo
I think it’s great. Many people know of Legend of Zelda, yes, but having stuff from the franchise incorporated in other games that are still not entirely mainstream does bring some attention to said franchise. I can’t wait to download this to the game. My kids and I are having a blast with MHS and I’ve practically put my Switch to the side for now even though I just got Xenoverse 2 on Friday (though with the release of FE Warriors in Japan this week, I’ll likely pick up my Switch again very soon)
My copy of ARMS shipped yesterday and is out for delivery today Kids and I are going to have fun this evening after work (and it's their last day of school too)
Seriously! It's ridiculous that anyone would get their knickers in a twist because others don't do things the same way they do. I turn off my Switch as well when it will be unused for an extended period (usually the work week as I don't have long enough breaks at work for satisfactory Switch play though I do use my 3DS at lunch). My Switch is powered off during the week unless I get home early enough in the evening to assist with homework, get kids to bed after dinner and baths and still have decent time for a little gaming. Otherwise, my weekends are when the system is used nonstop.
Honestly... Didn't think it was a crime to power it off. But most rechargeable batteries can warp over time from overcharging. It's one of the reasons even my phone and tablet isn't charged every night.
He mentioned white purity. That speaks volumes in and of itself. Used to love him dearly but once that came out of his mouth... Nope. So what exactly is he saying about those of his fans (such as myself) whom are bi-ethnic/bi-racial? I am bi-racial and in an inter-racial marriage. I have no sympathy for him. He essentially spits in the face for what my parents stood and fought for. My parents were harrassed for their relationship which was considered illegal at one point in time.
I have the imuto 20000 mAh power bank. Works well but I still plan to invest in the rav simce it has usb-c to usb-c connection which I hear is better. But the imuto powers the system with no trouble. Sat in a hospital ER from 11:45am to 8:30pm visiting a relative that collapsed at work yesterday. Powerbank kept me playing BotW all day with no interuptions
I have those (as posted above with pictures). As I said, I put skins on once and they stay on for the life of the system. Unless one is constantly changing out their skins, I don't forsee this being an issue. And I certainly hope the officially licensed ones wouldn't have that issue
@Aslanmagic Yeah, it's no big deal for me. I mean, unless you're constantly changing skins (which is fine if you want to vary the look every so often), then I don't see this being an issue.
However!
If the adhesive were to degrade the system/controllers' coating over time and you were to trade it in down the road and remove the skin only to have this still happen, then it would be problematic I think
I got the PDP Zelda skins licensed by Nintendo. I'm not concerned because when I put a skin on, it stays on. I never change them and I baby my stuff to the point there is little to no wear on the device or skin
Great! I know I Am Setsuna has English available in the Japanese version, so happy I went ahead and imported the game from Japan. But this will make it easier for downloads and the Japanese eShop takes Visa so that's a plus
I have a 128gb SanDisk card, usb-c cable 5 pk (come ins several lengths), imuto 30000mAh powerbank, Beats by Dre Solo3 headphones, the Zelda Play and Protect Skin/Screen Protector set, Zelda case by PDP....
Tomorrow isn't getting here fast enough (All my stuff is paid in full for pick up at Gamestop but my store isn't doing a midnight)
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Re: Reminder: Pokémon Direct To Air Tomorrow, 5th June
My alarm will be set in the morning. Asked my husband if he’d be willing to take the kids to school so I can watch the direct before I have to get ready for work. So excited!
Re: Video: Digital Foundry Finds Assassin's Creed III Remastered On Switch "Hard To Recommend"
I’ve only been playing Liberations and find it to be great. Don’t really care about playing the main game at all. Liberation runs smoothly and that’s all I could have asked for
Re: Mature Visual Novel YU-NO Gets Western Switch Release Date And Day 1 Edition
@Gamer83 It’s not Nintendo at all. Blame Sony for their changing policies within the past year regarding sexual content in games. Spike Chunsoft clearly didn’t wish to be bothered making a more complete version for Switch, so they just used the same content from the PS4 version which Sony would have made them censor.
Re: Review: Assassin's Creed III Remastered - The Franchise Runt Gets A Clunky Switch Port
@daveh30 Ugh..... Well, at least I can say I have it physical on Switch I suppose....
Re: Review: Assassin's Creed III Remastered - The Franchise Runt Gets A Clunky Switch Port
I just want it for AC: Liberation. Can we have a more in-depth, separate review of that compared to AC3: Remastered? And is Liberation on the cart or a separate download code? If separate, I will happily trade in the cart in a heartbeat
Re: This Game Boy Color Watch Is Effortlessly Cool, And Pre-Orders Have Just Gone Live
@SegaBlueSky I’m pretty sure I’ve seen an officially licensed GameBoy watch sold online and at Nintendo World before, so there is one out there on the market
Re: Nintendo Download: 16th May (North America)
@Dazza: You forgot to mention the price for Assassin’s Creed 3 Remastered as well as the fact the game also includes the second game Assassin’s Creed: Liberation starring the female character Aveline de Grandpré
Re: Suda51 Has An Announcement Planned For MomoCon 2019
I’d give just about anything for either an updated Lollipop Chainsaw port or a sequel to the game. Was one of my favorites on PS3 back then
Re: New Yo-Kai Watch 4 Characters, Explorable World And More Revealed
@Xavcob I know this article is old but I wanted to respond to you in how much I agree! I’m importing 5 copies on release (one for myself and one for each of my kids) and we’re hyped for it.
As to getting more anime... I really wish they’d bring Shadowside over to the US as I feel its darker tone would probably resonate with audiences more here than it did in Japan. I believe too many found the original anime here to be so very kiddy and too comedic with no real story goal and Shadowside is the total opposite.
I also factor Hasbro’s hand in the toys as a major factor in the series failure. Bandai made quality stuff for Japan and Hasbro cheaped out on us totally. There was no marketing, the show went on Disney XD which is a paid cable channel which already limits the audience unless you have streaming services... Hasbro never even gave us Fumi-chan’s watch (and I showed a rep the toy I had of it during the first game’s launch at Nintendo World)... Bandai needs the rights back for international distribution and amp up marketing
Re: Kill la Kill: IF Is Bringing Its 3D Battle Action To Switch In Europe
@nin10doom @ArcanaXVI The game has already been announced for the US. In Japan and the US, Arc System Works is the publisher while Europe will have PQube as the publisher. The game was available to play at NYCC and AnimeNYC last year. I had fun with it when I worked both conventions and I will definitely be purchasing for both my Switch and PS4
Re: Poll Confirms That Sobble Is The Most Popular Pokémon Sword And Shield Starter
Scorbunny! My kids love Grookey and Sobble though my oldest likes Scorbunny as well. My husband is still undetermined
Re: Little Friends: Dogs & Cats Is A Nintendogs-Style Game Coming Exclusively To Switch
I see Shiba, I buy!
Re: Feature: What We Expect From The February Nintendo Direct
Bayonetta 3 and Pokemon are what I’d want to hear about. And perhaps a reveal for Persona 5
Re: Rumour: Looks Like We're Getting The Tamagotchi And Pokémon Crossover We've Always Dreamed Of
@FragRed
Actually, the Japanese Tamagotchis got soooo much better since the 90s. Full color screen, connectivity to others with the same kind, free DLC at special stations in toy stores.... Bandai has hopped back on the Tamagotchi train here in the US to bank on nostalgia but why they still won’t release the fully color models here is head scratching given the demand for the re-releases is huge. I collect each new pet that comes out in Japan every year now because they’re loads better and tons of fun. My kids love them too.
Re: This Diablo III Limited Edition Switch Console Hits Stores Next Month
@ICISAZEL LOL. I’m sure they do when I buy 4 children, myself, and my husband our own systems and games each. And that’s on top of my personal collection of variants when it comes to systems.
Re: This Diablo III Limited Edition Switch Console Hits Stores Next Month
Between this and the Smash Bros. Console bundle I have preordered, I actually want this more. And will still keep my day one launch system. Not concerned about any supposed revisions or upgrades until I see an actual product presented. But it’ll be like my DS/3DS collection: buying multiple iterations and never parting with any of them
Re: Skybound Games Will Finish The Walking Dead: The Final Season
I’m here at NYCC and I tell you, the reaction to this news was epic
Re: Yo-Kai Watch 3 Is Finally Headed To Europe And North America This Winter
FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!
Re: Bayonetta 3 Development Going "Very, Very Well", PlatinumGames Feels "Excited"
Wonder what child character will be in the next game since there’s been one in the first two. Either way, the hype is immense and I preordered on Amazon the day it was announced and listed
Re: Capcom Hosting Ace Attorney Panel At This Year's Tokyo Game Show
I know it’s a major long shot but an official localization of Great Ace Attorney 1 & 2 would be vastly appreciated. i have all the games, including the Japanese versions as well as the fan translation of Miles Edgeworth Investigations 2 on an offical DS cart (gift for my birthday this Summer from my husband when he came across it by pure chance) that works in my old DS Lite (no hacking/mod or anything needed but will only read on the original DS or DS Lite).. so to have more English games (and on physical media would be a bonus) would be vastly appreciated whether on 3DS or Switch
Re: Hori Taiko Drum Controller Won’t Be Released In The West, But Here's Where You Can Get One
@NEStalgia I will agree they are most certainly slipping. By no means are they a perfect company either but I enjoyed my time there
Re: Hori Taiko Drum Controller Won’t Be Released In The West, But Here's Where You Can Get One
@Sabroni
That is a load of crap. Foremer warehouse employee from my early college days and I can tell you the job is not bad like a lot of articles/people have made it out to be over the years. Is the job easy? Nope, it’s fairly repetititve and somewhat competitive. Is the job for everyone? Not at all. Not everyone does well in the hustle/bustle environment of the warehouse, but I also recall plenty of people that enjoyed their jobs there that said they’d never do anything else. I choose to shop with Amazon because more often than not, they do tend to be the cheaper alternative depending on what I’m purchasing AND they are generally faster for receiving items. I never quite understood the hate for Amazon before and after I worked there. It pays well for a not so easy job. Quite a few occupations do that.
Re: Hori Taiko Drum Controller Won’t Be Released In The West
I just imported the game and controller from Amazon Japan (seriously, a much better and cheaper alternative to Play Asia) and will be double dipping when the game releases in the US on both the Switch and PS4 (I purchased the Asia region game/controller bundle at an anime convention earlier this year).
While I think it’s a missed opportunity to release the drum outside of Japan given kids especially do like little gimmicks like that (think Rock Band and Guitar Hero), I also understand since this Bandai essentially testing the series’ longevity outside of the home country again after all these years.
If the imported controller still works with the localized version of the game, then it shouldn’t be a big issue for those in the know that want it. But I will say, the drum is a pretty finicky piece of equipment and Hori hasn’t always had a good track record with them. So better to err on the side of caution for both the manufacturer and the consumer.
Re: Yo-Kai Watch Blasters Officially Revealed For Western Release, Arrives This September
@Anti-Matter
They could do like SE did with Magnolia in Bravwly Second and use French or some other language. Heck, even a made up language
Re: Psychological Horror Adventure Angels of Death Is Headed To Switch This Month
I recently received this manga from my husband for Mother’s Day. I like the dark nature but it’s got so many head games being played in the plot that I was left with more questions the further I read. Will still buy though
Re: Yo-Kai Watch Is Getting A New Game In A 'Shock Reveal' Set For 27th June
@Krisi THIS!!! I imported all of the versions of 3 from Japan along with the medals and toys but goodness if I don’t just need my kids’s and my collection of the localized games to be complete
Re: Bayonetta 3 is In Development and is a Switch Exclusive
There’s only one correct response to this news........TAKE MY MONEY!!!!!!!!!!
Re: Nintendo Download: 2nd November (North America)
@Pokefanmum82
Style Savvy was announced as an eshop only title for NA yesterday. Releases on 12/25. Ironically it is the European version as evident in the Brit speak but you can choose your currency in the demo
Re: Fire Emblem Warriors Gets a Suitably Dramatic Intro Cinematic
My Treasure Box CE from Japan is heading in as we speak! Can’t wait!
Re: Monster Hunter Stories x The Legend of Zelda Free DLC is Live This Week
I think it’s great. Many people know of Legend of Zelda, yes, but having stuff from the franchise incorporated in other games that are still not entirely mainstream does bring some attention to said franchise. I can’t wait to download this to the game. My kids and I are having a blast with MHS and I’ve practically put my Switch to the side for now even though I just got Xenoverse 2 on Friday (though with the release of FE Warriors in Japan this week, I’ll likely pick up my Switch again very soon)
Re: Nintendo Download: 21st September (Europe)
@ThomasBW84 Thanks a bunch
Re: Nintendo Download: 21st September (Europe)
Is the Xenoverse DLC not available for NA? It seems NL lists more comprehensive lists for EU/UK than US at times....
Re: Video: Experience an Awakening With this Fire Emblem Warriors Story Trailer
Preordered on both systems. Really want to see Camilla in the game as she was my favorite in Fates
Re: Nintendo Download: 15th June (North America)
My copy of ARMS shipped yesterday and is out for delivery today Kids and I are going to have fun this evening after work (and it's their last day of school too)
Re: Video: Nintendo Switch Controllers All Have a Power Button Hiding in Plain Sight
@SetupDisk
Seriously! It's ridiculous that anyone would get their knickers in a twist because others don't do things the same way they do. I turn off my Switch as well when it will be unused for an extended period (usually the work week as I don't have long enough breaks at work for satisfactory Switch play though I do use my 3DS at lunch). My Switch is powered off during the week unless I get home early enough in the evening to assist with homework, get kids to bed after dinner and baths and still have decent time for a little gaming. Otherwise, my weekends are when the system is used nonstop.
Honestly... Didn't think it was a crime to power it off. But most rechargeable batteries can warp over time from overcharging. It's one of the reasons even my phone and tablet isn't charged every night.
Re: Playtonic Removes JonTron's Voice from Yooka-Laylee
He mentioned white purity. That speaks volumes in and of itself. Used to love him dearly but once that came out of his mouth... Nope. So what exactly is he saying about those of his fans (such as myself) whom are bi-ethnic/bi-racial? I am bi-racial and in an inter-racial marriage. I have no sympathy for him. He essentially spits in the face for what my parents stood and fought for. My parents were harrassed for their relationship which was considered illegal at one point in time.
Re: Guide: Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories You Should Buy
I have the imuto 20000 mAh power bank. Works well but I still plan to invest in the rav simce it has usb-c to usb-c connection which I hear is better. But the imuto powers the system with no trouble. Sat in a hospital ER from 11:45am to 8:30pm visiting a relative that collapsed at work yesterday. Powerbank kept me playing BotW all day with no interuptions
Re: Third-Party Nintendo Switch Vinyl Skin Producer Warns of Damage to System
@Radbot42
Sounds like an awesome plan! And no, haven't noticed any kind of damage whatsoever from the dock upon the system
Re: Third-Party Nintendo Switch Vinyl Skin Producer Warns of Damage to System
@Radbot42
That was initally what I was going to do but looking at the skins in person, I decided to just apply everything
Re: Third-Party Nintendo Switch Vinyl Skin Producer Warns of Damage to System
@VR32F1END
I have those (as posted above with pictures). As I said, I put skins on once and they stay on for the life of the system. Unless one is constantly changing out their skins, I don't forsee this being an issue. And I certainly hope the officially licensed ones wouldn't have that issue
Re: Third-Party Nintendo Switch Vinyl Skin Producer Warns of Damage to System
@Aslanmagic
Yeah, it's no big deal for me. I mean, unless you're constantly changing skins (which is fine if you want to vary the look every so often), then I don't see this being an issue.
However!
If the adhesive were to degrade the system/controllers' coating over time and you were to trade it in down the road and remove the skin only to have this still happen, then it would be problematic I think
Re: Third-Party Nintendo Switch Vinyl Skin Producer Warns of Damage to System
I got the PDP Zelda skins licensed by Nintendo. I'm not concerned because when I put a skin on, it stays on. I never change them and I baby my stuff to the point there is little to no wear on the device or skin




Re: Poll: Merry Switchmas - Has the Nintendo Switch Launch Got You In a Festive Spirit?
@liljmoore Skins are your best friend
Re: Poll: Merry Switchmas - Has the Nintendo Switch Launch Got You In a Festive Spirit?
@Ryu_Niiyama No scarf in the mix. Shirt, Socks, and a Bag
Re: Poll: Merry Switchmas - Has the Nintendo Switch Launch Got You In a Festive Spirit?
@Aslanmagic Thanks. Now to hide this all from my kids when they get in from school. It's all mine!!
Re: Poll: Merry Switchmas - Has the Nintendo Switch Launch Got You In a Festive Spirit?
My Launch haul!






Re: Guide: How To Access the Nintendo Switch eShop For Multiple Regions
Great! I know I Am Setsuna has English available in the Japanese version, so happy I went ahead and imported the game from Japan. But this will make it easier for downloads and the Japanese eShop takes Visa so that's a plus
Re: Guide: Nintendo Switch Launch Day Shopping List: Micro SD Cards, Controllers And Accessories
I have a 128gb SanDisk card, usb-c cable 5 pk (come ins several lengths), imuto 30000mAh powerbank, Beats by Dre Solo3 headphones, the Zelda Play and Protect Skin/Screen Protector set, Zelda case by PDP....
Tomorrow isn't getting here fast enough (All my stuff is paid in full for pick up at Gamestop but my store isn't doing a midnight)
Re: It's Time to Claim Your Nintendo Account User ID for Nintendo Switch
KawaiiKuroKitsune13 is mine!
Re: It's Time to Claim Your Nintendo Account User ID for Nintendo Switch
@Peace-Boy Managed to geet to it finally.
On another note, has anyone been able to use any uppercase letters in their new ID?