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If I buy the dedicated Switch 2 version, do I still get access to the Switch 1 version?
Or is it better to buy the Switch 1 version and do the free upgrade?
I own both consoles and the price for both methods is identical.
Would be great if I could play on both consoles.

@Stormcloudlive Thanks! In that case I'll pass. Otherwise my son will immediately ask why Pokémon Violet is on the Switch homescreen.
It's better as a Christmas surprise. 😀

Where do I enter this code? I bought this game as a Christmas present. Can I claim this in the eShop without booting up the game?
Or do you need to enter this inside the game?

@BundyDanger
Thanks for the clarification!
I now understand the added value for this edition!

Good point. Also, why is everybody so hyped about Mortal Kombat Trilogy while the standalone versions of part 1, 2 and 3 are already included in this collection?
Isn't Trilogy just a repackaged version of those 3 games?

I applaud this choice! However, you may wonder how much added value the native Switch 2 version will have over the Switch 1 version, given that this is a collection of ports of games released between 1992 and 2003. If you exclude the Game Boy Advance releases, the most recent game from this collection was released in 1997!

If there are no noticeable difference, I would still buy the more expensive native Switch 2 version, purely to support the sentiment that games are available in their entirety on a Switch 2 cartridge.

GKC need to go away.

So, nobody is playing the "TV" part in Mario Party Jamboree TV.

The theory behind this solution:

"While it sounds like it doesn't make sense.. it actually does when you look at the technical side.

While HDMI is a cable. The signal that goes through is a 2.4 GHz band signal. Which is the same as Wifi 2.4 and bluetooth!

Cheap unshielded, old cables or damaged ones might "leak" this signal, which could theoretically cause interference with other similar signals.

So using a better HDMI cable can in fact stop that interference and let the bluetooth signal roam more freely without corruption. Causing a more stable connection"

Apparently it doesn't only solve the disconnection issue, but for some a better HDMI cable also improves the distance you can sit from your dock before the Joy-Cons lose connection.

Better not be a Game-Key Cartridge...

*Edit
It's a Switch 1 release only, which means full game on cartridge.

This has me significantly worried that Nintendo uses this "speech-to-text" in combination with AI, to automatically scan your chat history for certain words they deem a risk and closely monitor those users.

Nintendo already admitted that they record video and voice audio from every chat session and the last 3 minutes of each session will be up for review and checked for "language or behavior that may violate applicable laws".

If you bought the DLC on Switch 1 you'll get it free on Switch 2. However, if you bought the DLC on the Wii-U, as I did, you're out of luck.

@Grogro
That reasoning doesn't make sense to me. Now you can't lend a physical Switch 2 game to someone with a Switch 2, which is the bigger issue if you ask me.

Also, not every Switch 2 owner will own a Switch 1.

The customer is under the assumption it's buying a native physical Switch 2 game. Getting something else can be considered misleading if not more devious practices.

@SillyG I assume if you already bought the DLC on Switch one you'll have access to it on Switch 2. If not, all hell is going to break loose.

But from the point of new consumer who never had a Switch one, I agree that those are going to have to pay a lot to get the full experience on Switch 2 for basically a 8 year old game. Without even the option to lend out or resell their physical cartridge.

@larryisaman
They're also doing this with Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. So it's not about repurposing unsold cartridges.

Edit:
Also the case with Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

Also, a download code will mean that you can no longer share your physical "Switch 2 version" with friens and family. Only the account who claimed the download code has access to the native Switch 2 content.

That immediately explains why Nintendo came up with the "Virtual Game Card". So that you can still share your "Switch 2 game" virtually.

However, when you buy a game completely digital, the "Virtual Game Card" applies. When upgrading from a physical "Switch 2 Edtion", you still need to have the cartridge with the Switch 1 version of the game in your console to be able to play the digital "Switch 2 Edtion".

I wonder if the "Switch 2 Edition" games, where the upgrade was performed from a physical copy also qualify for the "Virtual Game Card" option.

If 'No', then you pay the main price for physical "Switch 2 Edition" games that you cannot lend out, resell, still require a complete digital download (so no space savings on your internal Switch 2 memory thanks to the data being on the cartridge).

And if 'Yes', then the receiving party must also have the Switch 1 Cartridge in their console, in order to be able to play the digital "Switch 2 Edition", via the"Virtual Game Card" option?

Too many unknown variables...

Also, If I am a Switch 2 owner with an NSO subscription, some upgrades are free. So that means that the most logical and economically friendly choice would be to not buy the physical "Switch 2 Edition" of a game but consciously choose the Switch 1 version, because otherwise you would pay extra for an upgrade that you already have access to because of your NSO subscription.
Make it make sense! 😅

@TheRazzBerry
Just wait until they ask you more money for DLC...

@Axecon
That cow is an inside joke. Its a reference in how they are going to milk more dollars out of you with DLC.

This game looks ridiculous. Which kid ever fantasised about being a wheelchair bound robot?
If they were human, it would feel so much better.
The robots don't even seem to have super powers.
I just don't get it...

This looks insanely good! Much more hyped for this than current day tripple A games from big studios!

I prefer a steady 30fps at all times over the constant switching between 30fps and 60fps. It's actually the switching that irritates me, not the framerate itself.

I'm wondering if this game will get a "Switch 2" patch or even a dedicated "Switch 2" release.

Reminds me of the movie "Small Soldiers" from 1998.

For now, you can only order this via creditcard, which I don't have. PayPal orders go live on April 25th. Fingers crossed it's still available then. 🙏

Rocket Knight! I need to have it! Can't wait to play those levels again where you're in a giant Mech!

Can't find it in The Netherlands eShop.

"& a bunch of small jank."
Best patch notes ever.
I love these guys. They have fun stuff on their official YouTube page like a remix from the song "Suavemente"', but only the "suaves". And yes, it's exactly as stupid/brilliant as it sounds, lol.

I really want to buy this, but the fact that it has come to Switch makes me think it might come to PS5 as well. PS5 has better screen recording options and this game begs to share your gameplay clips. Also, the haptic feedback and touchpad on the PS5 controllers have a lot of potential.
Anyone got any info if it comes to other consoles as well 😅?

Does it only support Joy-con gyro controls and IR sensor? Or can it also be played with a Pro controller?

What movie is Figment from? Looks like he came straight out of a Spyro game.

I'm still waiting for a new Mario Kart.
Mario Kart 8 launched on May 30th, 2014 on the Nintendo Wii U.
Don't get your hopes up for a new 3D Mario anytime soon.

Pre-ordered the Gold Edition as soon as it was available. The first game is in my top 3 Switch games for sure! And the DLC for that one must have been one of the most expansive (while still being fun!) DLC's in decades!

Great, now show me Peach's for the sake of equality (just kidding).

In Europe, you can pre-order in the official Ubistore. There you'll get a 20% discount when you use 100 uplay points (the coins you get for playing Ubisoft games).
I got the physical Gold Edition for €71,99 instead of €89,99.

Aren't these devices basically copying the same effect as increasing the sharpness and colour saturation levels from your TV's picture settings, but with extra steps and less control of the end result?
I prioritize getting the image to look as much as possible as the original source and intent by the developer and don't like artificial (fake) improvements. Better spend that money towards a good TV calibration disc.

It says 1125 pieces, which seems a bit much when I look at the picture. It also states 18+. I don't think Lego has anything released for ages 18 and above. So maybe fake?

I'm so intrigued by this game! I'm a sucker for turn based combat and I love the Mii aspect in this game! I'm just a little worried the game itself is going to be generic/easy.

I've 100% completed this on Wii-U.
If Super Mario Bros. 2 on NES & Super Mario World on SNES had a baby, this would be it.
One of the best 3D Mario's i've ever played. And also one of the few 3D Mario's with a actual full-blown co-op multiplayer.

But why is mom suddenly driving a new Tesla and taking a vacation to Europe?
Hmmm...

I got the blank canvas too.
Didn't think much of it. But now seeing there are version with interior art stings a little.

For a brief moment I read these members were executed...

@Retro_Player_77
I've heard Cuphead will get a physical release, after they released the upcoming DLC pack.

It's going to be Planet Coaster on PS5 for me. The unofficial but real sequel to Rollercoaster Tycoon 1 and 2.

I'm confused. Is this physical retail version going to be available in all regular game stores? Or only via (pre-)order through their website?

This game needs a sequel/remaster, together with Tetris Sphere. Played both a lot on my N64!

@BarefootBowser
Well, at that point it might be cheaper and easier to buy the regular Switch. Don't forget you can't buy a single Joy-con. They're sold in pairs.

If you buy separate joy-cons, how do you charge the joy-cons if you can't connect them to the Switch Lite?

Will there be a physical special edition including the seasonpass at a reduced price?

I wonder if it will release simultaneously with a physical copy at that time

It's actually 31 august for Europe

"Interpupillary distance is fixed and an estimated 10mm shorter than what can be achieved with the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive"
Why Nintendo???
So this basically means that grown-ups who are interested in this can't use it (without experiencing double vision or severe headaches)...
10mm is a lot! Probably won't even fit my face xD!