Thankfully I'm not too sensitive to bad graphics, thanks to having played on a 5+ year old laptop until recently. However, I'm still noticing issues with this game. I've had the game just freeze for a moment a few times, one time it froze for at least a second and I thought it had crashed. Also the loading times are pretty long. Entering tera raids takes a while, and even just entering a battle or switching Pokémon has a slight delay. It's not bad enough to ruin the amazing gameplay, but I really hope they fix some of these issues in updates, or at least reduce them
More Pokémon violet. I played for about 6 hours yesterday, didn't complete any of the main objectives because I just wanted to explore. I found a level 17 riolu and now I want to evolve it before fighting the first gym just because I can
I had a panic blood moon happen after starting a new save, whilst I was still on the great plateau. The game must have forgotten to delete data from the old save or something
I think its good value, if you're actually going to play the dlc packs included. I don't have splatoon 2, ACNH, or MK8DX, so for me its not worth buying. If they add one or two dlcs that I actually want, then i'll probably get it. Gameboy/GBA would be cool as well, I'd love to play some of the older pokemon games, but I think at least gameboy should be available without expansion pack.
@Munchlax I kind of want to go in blind, and I think they are revealing too many of the new Pokémon, but I'd rather just watch the trailers than try to avoid info but inevitably see Pokémon in thumbnails. Also, I want to know more about the gameplay
I wish they would prioritise fixing the bug that prevents me from getting past Maz Kanata in episode 7, it's been 3 weeks since I got stuck and I've had to make a new save file to play the rest of the game, meaning I don't have any of my upgrades.
I was wondering what was going on with this, saw it a few days ago and was confused when there was no demo on the eshop. I hope they do release a demo, I've already bought it but demos are always a good thing
Left joycon unusable due to drift, so I now only use pro controller. Kind of annoying that I can't play handheld anymore but tabletop works alright. Bought September 2019
@nocdaes I think the main problem is making sure physical copies of the game are playable with no internet connection. The only way of checking the date without internet connection that I can think of is putting a timer inside the cartridge, which would probably have to wait until the next console. Also, it would need to be encrypted, as hackers would be able to disable a date check. Decrypting it would require internet connection to get the key from the servers. Although the vast majority of players won't have a problem with having to connect to the internet the first time they play a game, there will always be a small minority who can't connect the console to the internet. Perhaps the next console could use mobile networks just to get the encryption key from the servers?
Flygon needs more love, and a type change would be good for it as it is overshadowed by garchomp and zygarde. Dragon/bug would be best I think, because it would be a new typing and an interesting combo with bug types usually being weak and dragons being strong. It's not a very strong typing with 5 weaknesses and would really struggle against steel and fairy, but could be interesting.
More hollow knight, I've just got godhome left to complete (pantheons 1 and 2 finished), and I might play some steel soul mode. Maybe some loop hero as well (on pc).
@thinkhector I didn't buy home circuit, but I heard from a friend that it doesn't work very well. It seems very gimmicky, and would probably be fun for a few hours but then would get boring. It's a cool idea, but you have to set up a track to play it and even then the actual gameplay isn't as good as a normal mariokart. Also, you need to buy another kart to play multiplayer.
@GamerGrandpa I mostly played on the gamepad due to other family members using the TV, but I think a Pokémon snap game would have worked with just the gamepad.
@Handy_Man I think there might be more levels added in the future. It seems strange to introduce the shrinking concept but then only use it in one level. However it has been a long time since the last update
@Giancarlothomaz I can understand Nintendo not wanting to reduce sales of mk 8 deluxe, but if they made another game I think it would sell well enough to make up for it, especially if they do something new with the series.
I hope Nintendo releases a new mario kart soon. I bought a Wii u and I'm rewarded with 7+ years with no new mario kart (on consoles). Hopefully the long gap has given them time to make a really good mario kart, maybe even mariokart maker.
I got Hollow Knight early November. I'm still playing it. Got a pro controller for Christmas, and I am now using it to try and get 112%. I'm currently at 105%, so it shouldn't take too much longer. Then I'll attempt steel soul mode...
I'm so happy that it gives you a quest to get the shaymin and doesn't just give it to you. Typing in a code or talking to an NPC to get a mythical is so boring
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Re: Pokémon Fans Vent Frustrations Online About Scarlet & Violet's Technical Issues
Thankfully I'm not too sensitive to bad graphics, thanks to having played on a 5+ year old laptop until recently. However, I'm still noticing issues with this game. I've had the game just freeze for a moment a few times, one time it froze for at least a second and I thought it had crashed. Also the loading times are pretty long. Entering tera raids takes a while, and even just entering a battle or switching Pokémon has a slight delay. It's not bad enough to ruin the amazing gameplay, but I really hope they fix some of these issues in updates, or at least reduce them
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 19th)
More Pokémon violet. I played for about 6 hours yesterday, didn't complete any of the main objectives because I just wanted to explore. I found a level 17 riolu and now I want to evolve it before fighting the first gym just because I can
Re: Feature: 17 Things You Might Not Know About Zelda: Breath Of The Wild
I had a panic blood moon happen after starting a new save, whilst I was still on the great plateau. The game must have forgotten to delete data from the old save or something
Re: Poll: Is The Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Good Enough Value Yet?
I think its good value, if you're actually going to play the dlc packs included. I don't have splatoon 2, ACNH, or MK8DX, so for me its not worth buying. If they add one or two dlcs that I actually want, then i'll probably get it. Gameboy/GBA would be cool as well, I'd love to play some of the older pokemon games, but I think at least gameboy should be available without expansion pack.
Re: Heads Up, A New Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Trailer Will Premiere Tomorrow
@Munchlax I kind of want to go in blind, and I think they are revealing too many of the new Pokémon, but I'd rather just watch the trailers than try to avoid info but inevitably see Pokémon in thumbnails. Also, I want to know more about the gameplay
Re: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe - Booster Course Pass Wave 2 Confirmed For Next Week
These look so good, now I'm even more annoyed that I can't get it because I have mk8 on Wii u
Re: DLC Trailer Released For LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
I wish they would prioritise fixing the bug that prevents me from getting past Maz Kanata in episode 7, it's been 3 weeks since I got stuck and I've had to make a new save file to play the rest of the game, meaning I don't have any of my upgrades.
Re: Nintendo Updates Its 'Switch Online + Expansion Pack' Trailer With New Footage
This is starting to look like a decent deal, only problem is I don't have any of the games that the dlc is for
Re: Rumour: Is A LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Demo Incoming?
I was wondering what was going on with this, saw it a few days ago and was confused when there was no demo on the eshop. I hope they do release a demo, I've already bought it but demos are always a good thing
Re: Poll: Will You Be Buying The Mario Kart 8 Deluxe - Booster Course Pass DLC?
I would love to buy this dlc but that would also mean spending £50 on a game I already have on Wii u.
Re: Talking Point: How's Your Switch Holding Up After 5 Years?
Left joycon unusable due to drift, so I now only use pro controller. Kind of annoying that I can't play handheld anymore but tabletop works alright. Bought September 2019
Re: Pokémon Legends: Arceus Is Already Being Streamed Online, And It's Not Even Out Yet
@nocdaes I think the main problem is making sure physical copies of the game are playable with no internet connection. The only way of checking the date without internet connection that I can think of is putting a timer inside the cartridge, which would probably have to wait until the next console. Also, it would need to be encrypted, as hackers would be able to disable a date check. Decrypting it would require internet connection to get the key from the servers. Although the vast majority of players won't have a problem with having to connect to the internet the first time they play a game, there will always be a small minority who can't connect the console to the internet. Perhaps the next console could use mobile networks just to get the encryption key from the servers?
Re: Terraria Is The Next Free Trial For Nintendo Switch Online Users (Europe)
I'll play it for 2 days, then Pokémon Legends Arceus is out
Re: Feature: Our Totally Infallible Predictions For Hisui Forms In Pokémon Legends: Arceus
Flygon needs more love, and a type change would be good for it as it is overshadowed by garchomp and zygarde. Dragon/bug would be best I think, because it would be a new typing and an interesting combo with bug types usually being weak and dragons being strong. It's not a very strong typing with 5 weaknesses and would really struggle against steel and fairy, but could be interesting.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 8th)
More hollow knight, I've just got godhome left to complete (pantheons 1 and 2 finished), and I might play some steel soul mode. Maybe some loop hero as well (on pc).
Re: UK Charts: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Enjoys A Speedy Start To 2022
@thinkhector I didn't buy home circuit, but I heard from a friend that it doesn't work very well. It seems very gimmicky, and would probably be fun for a few hours but then would get boring. It's a cool idea, but you have to set up a track to play it and even then the actual gameplay isn't as good as a normal mariokart. Also, you need to buy another kart to play multiplayer.
Re: New Pokémon Snap Took 'Many Years Of Trial And Error', Core Concept Could Have Been Changed
@GamerGrandpa I mostly played on the gamepad due to other family members using the TV, but I think a Pokémon snap game would have worked with just the gamepad.
Re: New Pokémon Snap Took 'Many Years Of Trial And Error', Core Concept Could Have Been Changed
@Handy_Man I think there might be more levels added in the future. It seems strange to introduce the shrinking concept but then only use it in one level. However it has been a long time since the last update
Re: UK Charts: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Enjoys A Speedy Start To 2022
@Giancarlothomaz I can understand Nintendo not wanting to reduce sales of mk 8 deluxe, but if they made another game I think it would sell well enough to make up for it, especially if they do something new with the series.
Re: UK Charts: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Enjoys A Speedy Start To 2022
I hope Nintendo releases a new mario kart soon. I bought a Wii u and I'm rewarded with 7+ years with no new mario kart (on consoles). Hopefully the long gap has given them time to make a really good mario kart, maybe even mariokart maker.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (December 25th Holiday Special)
I got Hollow Knight early November. I'm still playing it. Got a pro controller for Christmas, and I am now using it to try and get 112%. I'm currently at 105%, so it shouldn't take too much longer. Then I'll attempt steel soul mode...
Re: The Pokémon Legends Website Seems To Be Teasing Something...
Hisuian voltorb? Nah, it's definitely hisuian ball guy
Re: 'Baba Make Level' Is A Free Editor Update For The Unique Puzzler Baba Is You, Coming To Switch Next Week
BABA MAKE LEVEL. BRAIN IS MORE CONFUSED
Re: Pokémon Legends Players Will Get Some Extra Goodies If They Have Sword & Shield And Let's Go Save Files
I'm so happy that it gives you a quest to get the shaymin and doesn't just give it to you. Typing in a code or talking to an NPC to get a mythical is so boring