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I'm glad you can at least transfer clear data. Hopefully that means at least how they normally handle New Game + files....Though it would be nice if you could move over full progress as well.

@ShieldHero Technically two years; the original Ys X: Nordics launched in Japan in September 2023. Most other territories got it late last year. Falcom has become much better at coordinating worldwide releases lately, but more with the Trails series. They're kind of pulling a Game Freak approach (pre-DLC) or an Atlus with this one.

Falcom is no stranger to remakes and rereleases of their Ys games, but there's typically a much longer gap. I think I was on Chapter 2 or 3 of Ys X: Nordics after it released here when they announced Proud Nordics. Even knowing the advice context, it was a very unpleasant surprise. I'm not against it; it's just too soon IMO. If they do release this game worldwide, I suspect it'll come sometime next year. If I ever do pick it up, it'll be years down the line and likely on a different platform if the publisher wants to stick with the GKC route.

They should have temporarily replaced these with Missingno.

Hype train commenced! Not sure I'll be able to catch it live since my work day starts around then (8 AM in my time zone), but there are some third-party games and wishes I'm looking forward to.

Fingers crossed for the Hollow Knight fans.

I'd much rather Atari acquire Thunderful over Microsoft or (shudders) Embracer. I quite enjoy the SteamWorld universe, though I'll admit their most recent release I've played is SteamWorld Dig 2 since I enjoy Metroidvanias so much. And I have tried the SteamWorld Build PC demo. I typically wait for the games to come down in price since they go on sale every so often. Nearly jumped on SteamWorld Quest for Switch recently until I saw it's been lower before.

Besides the "January" reference at the beginning that others have caught, "tgat" is also misspelled in the last paragraph.

A mouse game, you say?

I'm glad the puzzles gradually increase in difficulty. I downloaded the mobile version on Android - not paying for what should have been at least a free-to-start game on Switch - and have found it ridiculously easy so far. It seems the Professor Layton series has spoiled me. It's cute but shallow so far.

I realize mobile games are likely easier to churn out and can reach a wider audience, and some of the mobile Pokemon spinoffs are decent. But I'd love to see another good console spinoff before long. I'd buy a Pokemon Conquest port or sequel day one and am looking forward to eventually playing Pokemon Colosseum/XD: Gale of Darkness on Switch 2 NSO+ eventually.

I went with Japan, though I'm surprised NA didn't take Japan's approach either. The cover fits the love of explosions at the time and has a general Michael Bay vibe.

Thanks for the reminder! Downloading it now on mobile.

Apparently Catching Some Zs was on my gaming list; I slept in longer than I normally do today. Granted, this is my last full lazy Saturday for awhile, so I may as well rest. My Sundays are some degree of busy anymore.

• Ys IX: Monstrum Nox (Switch) - Wrapped up Chapter 4 during my last session and picked up my fourth party member - who's unique, to say the least. It seems as though Balduq Prison always yields more questions than answers while exploring. I'm currently doing side quests and trying to unlock more of Balduq before advancing the story in Chapter 5.
• Mario & Luigi: Dream Team - Well, it turns out Peach was already kidnapped by Bowser right under Toadworth's nose, so the Bros. are now working on reviving the Zeekeper in order to reach Bowser/Antasma's flying fortress. Not looking forward to an upcoming fight since I've heard it infamously doesn't cooperate with the 3DS gyro controls....This game would be more enjoyable without the filler and gimmicky giant battles IMO.

Happy gaming!

@Hee-ho-master Well played. XD Had to think about that one for a sec!

@JohnnyMind Awesome! Thanks for the link! Not sure I'd use the mouse controls, but I won't say no to the visual enhancements lol.

I want a MP4 release date and, if possible, a Switch 2 upgrade path like other first party titles. I don't think I can wait until I grab a Switch 2 for this one.

Wouldn't mind a shadow drop of MP2 and 3 Remastered either.

@HotGoomba "The Earth King has invited you to Club Nintendo."

I'm looking forward to eventually grabbing this game!...on Switch 1.

I think I know what I prefer and is best for myself, thanks. GKCs aren't it. I don't appreciate being told what's "best for me" by someone else.

I'll grab this eventually. I have a dozen other Trails games to get through first.

Nothing officially, but I might download Pokemon Friends on Mobile and see what I think. Probably No Sleep For Kaname Date sometime in the future.

Please...Pause the new sets for a bit. I need to finish some of the earlier ones! The trade update is much needed.

Inject this game into my veins, please!

Finally, a bricked device straight out of the box!

This checks out for my area. I check local stores out of curiosity now and then - I still don't intend to buy a Switch 2 for awhile - and have yet to find one in stock.

@Daniel36 Can do. Thanks again! Really like some of the ride POVs I'm finding.

@HeadPirate Exactly! And that's not including all the world ending phenomena that happens in the games and anime....Oh wait, some kids routinely put a stop to all that, so we're good!...Right?

@Daniel36 That all sounds down my alley for sure! Duly noted on the hotel options and the app; I definitely tend to shop around for rates and deals on trips and definitely take apps into account as well. Thanks for the bonus info!

@Daniel36 I haven't been. Just looked the park up, and it does look like a fun one! Some great rides, and I think I'd really enjoy the fantasy themes. I'll definitely consider visiting in the future. I appreciate the recommendation!

At first, I honestly thought this was gonna be a claymation-like PokèPark game that synced nicely with that section of the presentation, but I'm happy to be wrong. As a theme park fan, this looks really cool even if it's on the more chill side than what I typically prefer.

Hopefully if this is successful, they'll consider it for other real-world Pokemon region equivalents.

The Pokemon Legends: Z-A info drop and the Aardman tease were definitely the presentation highlights for me. Even if I think Mega Dragonite could have went in a cooler direction. It's possible its design will grow on me like DK's DKB redesign.

I'd throw that Pokemon theme park onto the list if I thought we had a chance to see a version of it outside of Japan.

You had me at "Aardman". Throwing in Pokemon is icing on the cake IMO.

This MIGHT have convinced me to bite on a Switch 2 earlier than planned if it was a snazzy special edition. Oh well. I'll wait for the inevitable Zelda or - less likely - DQ bundle.

I might give this a download on mobile sometime. I like puzzle games, and this seems like a good time waster for lines.

@HeadPirate To be fair, I'd take "crushed by Pokemon" over a myriad of other deaths out there. XD _{Unless it's Wailord or Snorlax.}

I enjoy looking at data spreads like this. Most is as expected, though I agree there are a handful of surprises.

I hope similar surveys are conducted in other territories. It would be interesting to see those figures as well as the average stats on a more global scale.

"The same website reports how Nintendo has "identified" Switch 2 issues with Batman: Arkham Knight,..."

Frankly, when hasn't a platform had issues with Arkham Knight?

Neither is great, but at least NA's cover has a subject. Is this even a contest?

@CammyUnofficial I will say there are a few QoL improvements in 2 that made going back to 1 mildly annoying at times, and in some ways it can feel more like a proof of concept in comparison. But I really enjoyed playing as Rusty again, revisiting Tumbleton and its characters, and the nostalgic rush of picking up a game that made a significant impact on me when I first played it on 3DS almost a decade ago. I still think SteamWorld Dig is worth a try even if I do agree 2 runs circles around it lol. Have a great weekend!

@MarioVillager92 The Loco Moto huh? Nifty bike name! On my profile pic: Thanks! I finally decided to switch from Ys X's take on Adol to something more chill and seasonal.

@CammyUnofficial I love SteamWorld Dig 2! It's one of my favorite Metroidvanias. I've played it three times, twice on Switch and once on PC/Steam. I hadn't revisited SteamWorld Dig for years - last played it on the Wii U - and decided to take the opportunity since it was briefly free on Steam. Dig 2 is superior in nearly every way, but the first game has aged fairly well IMO. The gameplay loop in both games is quite addictive.

@MarioVillager92 I hope you're enjoying Mario Kart World! Love your new profile pic of Toad in train gear.

Good grief, you guys have been busy in here today. There's usually something like 55-70 comments when I wake up. These articles go up at 4 AM in my time zone, so there's no way I'm getting an early start on my only guaranteed weekly sleep-in day. XD

• Ys IX: Monstrum Nox (Switch) - Currently in Chapter 3. Balduq is really starting to open up exploration-wise; it feels like the game throws more systems at the player at once vs. how Ys VIII gradually eases players into them. I like the Monstrum angle in this game; it's akin to playing as superheroes protecting the city from a threat invisible to the normies. I'm starting to understand some of the performance complaints with the Switch version, but the frame drops haven't dampened my enjoyment.
• SteamWorld Dig (PC) - Finished this last night! I found all secrets and obtained all upgrades. A nice, short Metroidvania.
• Mario & Luigi: Dream Team - Didn't play it at all this week; I decided to take a break from the game to focus on the above. Back in the saddle this morning and continuing our favorite duo's adventures in Driftwood Shore.

There is a Quaxly Community Day in Pokemon Go tomorrow, but I'm skipping it. I'll be at a show most of the time period it runs, plus it's tied with Chespin as my least favorite starter.

Happy gaming!

I'm glad that many seem to be having fun with this neat extra! I'll probably mess around with it a little when I get the game, but I doubt I'll spend much time in it.

Considering this is Level-5....

@HingryHuppo Interesting....In that case, I might give Hollow Knight a chance when it's on sale and my backlog is less robust. I found Raven Beak in Dread tough but fair on Normal difficulty. He's arguably the hardest final boss I've dealt with in a Metroid game, and I've played almost all of them (I've heard GCN Prime 2 is supposedly harder; I've only played the Wii version via MPT). I nearly dropped Shovel Knight due to Tinker Knight's stage in the third area - the first one I tackled - but found the others manageable. I haven't played the other Shovel Knight games and expansions however.

I appreciate the feedback!

I'm still quite interested in this game since it's a different, darker take on a classic video game character. Hopefully it isn't as difficult as Hollow Knight, which is one I've skipped due to what I've seen/read about it. I like challenging gameplay at times, but I certainly have a threshold as well. A good gauge of my limits are some levels from Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope and the final boss of Metroid Dread. I did finish both games.

In any case, this isn't a day one buy, but I'll get it somewhere down the line.

While I understand not wanting some stuff to take up space anymore, I try to sell or donate it if possible. Then I'll bin it. This was clearly good enough to pass onto someone else.

A 9 is pretty much what I expected! I've been sold on this game since we first learned about it. I'll be happy to pick this up the same day I finally cave for a Switch 2. I'll just dream of tearing up the scenery as DK in the meantime.

I'm glad these two are relative unknowns; less unreasonable pressure and "I can't unsee X character" moments. They seem promising from some of the comments more in the know. Zelda seems on point, and I'm sure wigs, hair dye, and other effects can be used to make "Link" appear closer to the version many of us are familiar with.

As for this movie....I'm keeping an eye on it and am trying to keep an open mind. But I really do think it would have worked better as a 2D animated feature.

Disappointing. I'm still planning to get the Switch 1 version since it'll be awhile before I grab a Switch 2, but I see no reason why they can't offer an upgrade path. I'd happily pay for it.

Watch the mod community stick in every Mario enemy known to man with those hands now lol. I'd love to see this with Cheep Cheeps, Spinies, and regular Piranha Plants!

I enjoy reading and watching behind-the-scenes dev stuff like this. As much as I selfishly wish this game was a dual release since I'll be rocking a Switch 1 for awhile, it's very understandable why they moved development to the Switch 2. More power clearly helps, especially when it comes to rendering all those extra pixels.

This game will be a Day One Tyranexx Switch 2 companion.

Ah good, the Nintendo Force HAS felt a bit off-balance lately.

@Antraxx777 Right, I realize that Japan got Ys X a lot earlier. It's more the fact that, historically, Falcom has waited for a different console or way later date to do something like this. For example, Ys VIII was originally released on the Vita, a significant gap between the original and the modern release on multiple platforms. Same with Ys: The Oath In Felghana (PSP originally, I think?) and its recent Ys Memoire remaster. Which is technically a remake already. Or even Memories of Celceta, which serves as a definite/canon version of all the different Ys IV versions.

Tl;Dr - Yes, Falcom is no stranger to pulling an Atlus or Game Freak when it comes to "enhanced" releases. But they've historically waited longer before doing so.