We were gonna wait for my birthday in a couple of weeks to go see it. But this was the first weekend in a while the kids had no dance related obligations or birthday parties. So we decided to just go today.
Mario and video games aren't really my wife's jam (outside a game here and there of Mario Kart or Mario Party). So she didn't really have any investment in seeing it and was just kind of along for the ride. The kids and I? We loved it. It was a fun ride from start to finish. I mentioned elsewhere that I had a grin on my face the whole time from all of the references and Easter eggs. And boy did they pack 'em in. Both Mario and Nintendo in general. I do agree with criticism elsewhere to that they didn't really give a lot of it time to breathe and honestly, I could have gone with an additional 20-30 minutes for the movie. But I know it's for the kiddos and understand the length.
My favorite moment would have to be the Mario Kart sequence. It was really a great showcase in the visuals and again, packed to the gills with tons of references.
One thing that was completely bizarre and threw me off a bit was the Luma. Not so much it's inclusion (cause it is Mario related). But it's personality was completely bizarre and really a bit dark. It was funny. But I wasn't sure if I had missed something related to its personality in a Galaxy game that would explain it or it was just a narrative choice.
I can't wait to see what they do with the sequel and it's obvious a sequel is going to happen. Even though there's a lot packed in the movie in reference to the franchise, they barely scratched the surface. I know there was some hints (subtle and pretty explicit) on where a sequel might go. But there's just so much to the Mario franchise they could use, the sequel could be anything. Can't wait 😀
@MSaturn If there is any Nintendo property that I would think would be easiest to adapt, Zelda would be one of them.
First, movies like The Dark Crystal, Labyrinth, Willow, and Lord of the Rings have proven there is a market for high-concept fantasy movies.
You already have the core concept of the story developed. I guess if anything might be difficult, it would be what game(s) should they adapt. I say follow the (what I assume) this movie's format in that it's not necessarily adapting a particular game. But the concept and it be an original story
@Cashews Now we are getting into the discussion on what we are considering a bust and by what metric. Is it strictly financial? Critically? Are factoring in the pandemic issue of many of these movies not having a theatrical release like Frozen 2 was afforded?
I realize how much money these movies make is the ultimate bottom line and so yes, I don't disagree that they were bust in those areas. I haven't seen the live-action Mulan movie or Lightyear yet. But I thought Soul, Raya and the Last Dragon, and Onward were fun and pretty good movies
@Switch_Pro I'd hardly call modern Disney a trainwreck. If we are looking at their current era starting from 2008 up until now, they had an incredible streak of some critically and commercially acclaimed movies. The only real clunkers are Strange World and Bolt and even those have their redeeming qualities. Although I guess it's worth asking what exactly are we talking about when we mention Disney. Are we strictly talking about their feature animations? Pixar movies? Marvel movies?
And it's not like there haven't been down moments in even some of Disney's most prosperous eras. Even some movies in its Renaissance era weren't on the level of Little Mermaid or Lion King.
While other's opinions are entertaining to read, I'm gonna see the movie regardless of whether they're reviews are glowing or not. My birthday is in a couple of weeks. So it's on my birthday itinerary
I'll always have fond memories of the best moments and reveals from E3s of the past. But it's current format was not only outdated, but just ridiculously gaudy, and overstuffed for no real reason.
Looking back, I realize that I really didn't care for all the extra stuff that came with some press conferences. I don't care for celebrity endorsements. If I wanted to see a musical act, I'd got to a concert or watch music video. It was boring watching execs and developers getting on the stage and endlessly pontificating on how great the great the industry is, and how great being a gamer was. I already know.
Edit: I guess to answer the question. I don't know if this is the absolute end of E3.y feelings aside on what it became, E3 is a well known name in the industry. So I'm sure someone with bright, and modern ideas could take the even and figure out a way to bring it back successfully
Its bittersweet. But there comes a time when it's okay to say goodbye to something that's had it's time. If they are truly desperate in wanting to keep the concept of E3 alive, I think the energy and time spent trying to keep this thing alive (in it's current format) could be spent trying to find a way to make it work in today's culture.
Considering Aonuma plainly says that there's a lot they couldn't (or don't want to) show at the moment leads me to assume there's quite a bit more to expect from the game than what this shows.
I also don't know how drastically different some were expecting the map to be from BotW. It's a sequel. Taking place in the same time period. Sounds like some wanted an entirely new Zelda experience. Which would be a fair gripe if that's what we were told, but then sprung a direct sequel at the last minute.
Lastly, how much of this game are people wanting to see before release? Because I know this crowd and I know video game fans. And I know if they were to have spoiled a bunch of stuff ahead of time, people would still be complaining.
It's bittersweet. But the show has needed this shake up. So I'm genuinely excited for.the future. And besides, it's not like we haven't had Pokèmon content before that didn't feature Ash.
I'm genuinely excited and hyped. I'm also not at all concerned that we haven't gotten an extensive look at the game yet. I suspect partly because they don't want to spoil some stuff. But also, we'll probably get some kind of Zelda specific Direct next month
I also think the comments about it being BotW DLC is ridiculous. They've already stated how it initially started out that way and why it ultimately isn't.
I had a much longer, convoluted response I meant to post. But lost it. But to summarize, my post was really in response to the broader discussion at large and not necessarily specific to anyone here. There's been a couple of viral videos in the last few months that have really set off the debate. A lot of the discourse from both sides seems to lack any modicum of respect for the point of view. Which, sadly, I guess isn't all that surprising when it comes to online interaction.
Also with all due respect, I wasn't necessarily looking for kudos on my feelings on parenthood. I appreciate it. But ultimately, I am not sure I would classify parenthood in itself as fulfilling. But just an aspect of my life that has made it, as a whole, fulfilling for me personally up to this point. I guess that's the point I was trying to make. As I said, I don't want to be disingenuous and try to paint it as not being difficult. But for those of us with the privilege of not having to worry about some really essential things (child care, food on the table, roofs over our heads and just having the means to provide that stuff), parenthood doesn't and shouldn't mean the end of our lives as individual people.
Just gonna wade into the conversation a bit with my two cents. I think folks need to stop getting caught up in trying to convice others what is best for their lives and why the decisions they make are mistakes. This goes to both sides of this topic. For those who choose to be parents or didn't necessarily plan on becoming one, but did for some reason? Don't feel the need to bend over backward to defend your choice or the choice to be a parent. No need to preach to others and make them feel like they're missing out in life by not having kids
For those who feel the need to defend why they choose to not have kids or go further and mock those with kids as being at some kind of disadvantage in life? No need to do so either.
Just let people make their own choices that, ultimately, have no effect on your life in the end.
I will add that I am a parent of two kids. Being a parent is something I knew, for pretty much most of my life, that I wanted to do and don't regret the choice for one moment. But I also know, from experience with loved ones, that being a parent is just not for everyone and it shouldn't be hard to get out of your feelings to understand that.
I also want to push back a bit on the idea that somehow, life is over when you become a parent and choose to parent. Make no mistake, it's an absolutely tough job being an active parent. Somedays make me want to pull my hair out in frustration. Sometimes from my kids just being kids. Sometimes of the circumstances that come with having children, no real fault of their own. I also must acknowledge the privilege I have of not having to struggle in some aspects of parenting that others do, and that may color my view somewhat. Not to say we are wealthy or well off by any means. But there are some things (at the moment) that we don't have to worry about that other families do.
With that being said, life has not ended. I am still able to do most of the things I enjoyed doing before having kids. Maybe not as spontaneously or as frequently as I would like. But my nor my wife's life or own interests has stopped
@Anti-Matter It really comes down to your comfortableness. As has been said by others, its something to keep in mind. But at the same time, it's not as widespread as the outrage has made it out to be. Plus, the info provided by those who it happened to have been very vague and could very well involve other factors they aren't sharing.
That's not to say Game Freak shouldn't be looking into it. It's just probably hard to find the needle in the haystack when you aren't really sure what that needle is supposed to look like.
To share my personal experience, I have updated my game and haven't come across any issues so far. I know there was some question about preordering the DLC possibly being the culprit. But I've also read many people have done so and haven't run into this issue.
@Eagly Does the average Pokèmon fan even know what a NFT or blockchain is to defend?
I feel like I've read every article about the concepts and still don't have a clue about them, why they're good or bad, and what they're purpose is in the end.
I'm all for having the jingle return. Some shinies aren't all that different in look from the original which makes it near impossible to know you're encountering a shiny variant. Charcadet's difference, for example, only involves having blue eyes instead of their usual red.
I get it though. It isn't necessarily hard to see you are encountering a shiny if, for most Pokemon, their coloring dramatically differs from the normal one. However, people have to know what the shiny looks like to begin with as well. With that being said, it's not always clear to know what you're looking for if you don't know what it looks like, to begin with. So the jingle was great in that respect.
I also don't think the jingle made it any easier to find shinies. I think I've found more shinies in this game than in Legends.
@Handheld_TrifectAce I'll have to find the reddit post where I saw it.
But the gist of it was that the future paradox Pokemon are named as such and look as such because they serve some specific purpose or job in the (supposed) future they come from. For example, Iron Bundle would serve as a sort of mail person/delivery service for this particular future. Iron Hands serves as some kind of police/security force in the future. Iron Treads may have been a part of some transportation systems.
I can't remember the other ones at the moment. But it was kind of the gist of the theory.
@Handheld_TrifectAce Someone had a really cool theory that might explain why their names and looks are that way. It's possible it might have to do with their functions in the supposed future they come from.
I'm gonna be honest. My heart skipped a beat thinking they were gonna have the gall to announce a whole new set of games so soon. Glad it's just the S/V DLC. Looks good!
@gazamataz I am quite aware of how borrowing things work. This was almost 20 years ago and as I said, I don't really remember how I got it. So for all I know, I could be way off. I also don't think the person who gave it to me probably even remembers it.
I seem to recall someone letting me borrow their GBA SP and they never asked for it back. I already had a purple GBA and I think I had asked to use theirs to do some Pokémon trading. It ended up becoming my main GBA. I remember it not ever really being on my radar until I actually had one. It was such a cool and ingenious design. Ended up carrying that thing everywhere.
Honestly, I don't remember who exactly gave me the SP. Maybe it was a cousin or my wife's (then girlfriend) little sister. Whoever it was, I don't think they were a serious enough gamer to have one in the first place. Which is why it was so easy for them to part with
@Ensemen Maybe celebrating is too harsh. I think just being realistic and pointing out that we live in a different world compared to when E3 was at its peak. Even compared to the early days of the internet age, it's a completely different animal. People are no longer glued to specific dates or periods of time anymore.
Kind of how with TV, the fall season and sweeps periods no longer hold the importance they use to. The E3 period of big reveals and announcements is no longer relevant when you have the global reach to make those same announcements at any moment.
I know everyone is on the train that the next console should/has to be similar to the Switch. I get it. For the convenience factor, the Switch has provided and for possible backwards compatibility.
Personally, I think Nintendo can go the traditional console route. As long as the software and support are there, they can do it. If they so choose to. I wouldn't be opposed to it and would probably buy it. Again, provided it does have the games I want to play and support from third party and not another Wii U situation
I'm sure there have been quite a few over the years, but I can't remember them all.
Two come to mind:
1) The Water Temple in Ocarina of Time. Specifically, the time block in the Longshot room that I didn't know was there, caused me to backtrack cause I thought I missed something. I put the game down for a few days, I was so frustrated. My cousin, Chuck (god rest his soul) was home sick one day from school. When I got home, he had figured it out
2) The other would be that pachinko level in Mario Sunshine. 3D All Stars reminded me why I never actually finished it. I'm sure there's some technique out there to finish it as I don't think Nintendo would actually leave the thing broken if that was the case.
@Octane I don't necessarily need a National Dex in the game. The National Dex hasn't been in a game since X and Y. I don't mind having it offloaded to a separate app (as they did with Bank and now with Home). So that isn't really my bone of contention with the issue. It was nice to just have the ability to just use any Pokemon I wanted in Gen 7 games and not being stuck in storage.
But you are right in that it isn't necessarily a priority. Your point about slowing down and trying to make the best game possible, rather than annual releases is probably what they should be focused on more so. Scarlet has been fun to play. But it definitely should have had another 6 months to a year in development. Same with Legends and SwSh
As for what they should do in 20 years if they continue to add more Pokemon? I don't know. I personally think they need to slow down and not add as many each gen as they have been. I say this. But the official youtube channel just put out a really well-done video celebrating 1008 Pokemon. So now the nostalgia glasses have me thinking "Why stop there?" 😂
@Octane To be fair, they manage to do this in Gen 7, on a less powerful handheld console. So I don't think it's totally off base to speculate why it can't be done in the Switch games.
Personally, I've long moved past being annoyed about the situation. But I can understand the frustration (from the consumer's POV) of having to keep your Pokemon in a storage service, paying for this service with no guarantee any of the Pokemon will ever be included in a game again
I still don't understand why folks got so ornery about talk of a Switch Pro. Like, you would almost think someone kicked your puppy or peed in your cornflakes, folks got so incensed over it. Sure, it got a little annoying that the talk kept coming up, only to have no results to show for it. But at the same time, it's not that hard to come to the conclusion that plans can and do change all the time and that's probably the case here.
I am inclined to believe that where there's smoke, there's fire and that the upgraded Switch did exist.
As for what Nintendo does next? I wouldn't at all be opposed to a traditional console. I mean, I love the portability of the Switch. But at the same time, it really comes down to software. If the Switch didn't have the games I enjoyed playing, to begin with, its portability wouldn't have mattered. So if the next one turns out to be a traditional, stationary console, I would be fine with that. I know that's not the case for everyone due to the current Switch's form being one of the big draws for most.
Even with something that seems this insignificant, it's nice to hear developers are listening. I just hope a majority of the criticism was constructive in tone
Exciting times. A lot of uncertainty comes with a decision like this. But I think the show will be fine. As iconic as Ash is in the Pokémon universe, it’s not like there isn’t precedence of there being Pokémon content that doesn’t feature Ash to begin with. So the opportunity is there for something new and fresh.
I say this as someone who has watched the anime from the beginning (or at least since it’s English debut). I’ll always think fondly of the duo of Ash and Pikachu. But it’s long been time to move on.
Also, I found the whole brouhaha over the VA change to be silly. Especially how Sarah Natochenny was treated. Sure, it was a bit jarring and weird to hear Ash and others with different voices. But then again, I was in my mid 20s when it happened. So maybe I had a bit more patience and common sense. But nonetheless, she figured out her own interpretation and became just as iconic in the role as Veronica Taylor. At least in my opinion
@nessisonett I’m not usually one to be cynical. But I kind of had the same thoughts. These feel a little bit on the late side and for no real good reason.
Now that was a fantastic trailer. And it seems they really are gonna hit the right time for a property as silly and fantastical as Mario.
Voices? I'm on board with the voices. I think Chris Pratt nails a perfect Mario voice that has shades of Charles Martinet, but different enough that's appropriate for a full length movie. Charlie Day sounds fine as Luigi. Keegan-Michael Key sounds great as Toad. I was anxious to see what they do with Peach and I'm happy to hear she sounds pretty straightforward and not the sort of ultra girlish, high pitched, squeaky voice we've heard from Peach in the past. And she's actively getting in on the action.
An appearance by Tanooki Mario. Peach powering up with a Fire Flower
The real kicker was the Mario Kart scene. And RAINBOW ROAD!!!!
Looks like there also might be a Mario Galaxy/Rosalina tease in the movie or possibly an outright appearance.
Trailer had me smiling from the start to finish. I really hope this movie sticks the landing
Not defending some of the decisions being made with this year's game. But just to comment on the price, the game is currently on sale for as low as $25 and will probably periodically be on sale for around that much for the holidays. I get the game for the kids every year (and trade in last years game) and never do I buy it at full price
Only if it's a Pokèmon I don't plan on ever trading away. I hate getting Pokèmon with nicknames I can't change. So I don't want to do that to others. Even then, I only nickname on rare occasions, if I'm inspired. I also keep them to nicknames that have some form of their actual name in it. So for instance, I nicknamed my Chimchar in Brilliant Diamond Chimnychunga. It
I'm not gonna lose my crap about this and I'll admit to being the first to suggest staying off social media til you got a chance to consume whatever it is you don't want spoiled.
But in the case of this, I was taken aback the English twitter account spoiled this when I saw it this morning. In fact, I thought they were tweeting about his Alolan win (which did happen. So the impression as if this is the first time he's won a championship is a bit odd).
I saw all kinds of explanations as to why they may have chosen to do so. One was that they knew it would get spoiled anyways. Which I can understand on some level. But maybe it's just my twitter feed. I rarely see anyone spoil anime plots when they air initially in Japan. So that didn't seem like that would be an issue.
I also don't consistently see the English account tweet out spoilers from the anime. Which would at least provide some context as to why they chose to do it. But they don't. So why choose to spoil, of all things, this?
@Anti-Matter Okay. But what does your like or dislike of Zelda have to do with the possible existence of a set? Are you trying to say just because you're not a Zelda fan, one shouldn't exist?
I told my wife if she needs any Christmas ideas for me this holiday season, an adult lego set would be nice. Personally, I would buy a Zelda-themed lego set in a heartbeat. I feel like a lot of the elements of Zelda really lend themselves well to being lego sets (i.e Hyrule Castle, The Deku Tree, the Triforce, Master Sword, etc...)
I honestly have no issue with more information. Certainly, I don't condone leaks. I also don't welcome spoilers in everything I consume. But I make an exception for games. Way too much money being plunked down for not knowing what I am getting into.
Whether it's inspired by or similar to Breath of the Wild, I really don't care. I just hope it's a good game for the sake of the character Sonic. He's such a unique and fun character. It's a crime he's been subjected to such up and down treatment and mediocre offerings over the years. I just hope this game delivers.
I find people's reaction to recast a funny thing. Not meaning a new Batman series type of recast. But a recast within an already establish series/universe. Only because I grew up watching soap operas and recasting is part of the norm in that genre. So for me, it doesn't really make a difference as long as the recast is right for the role, and is able to bring their own unique take coupled with capturing the spirit of the character.
The balance is establishing that this is the same character, but acknowledging the new actor is a different actor and bringing their own flair to the role. Playing to their strength, but not (purposely or unintentionally) having the character come off as a different character
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Re: Talking Point: The Super Mario Bros. Movie - What Are Your Favourite Moments?
We were gonna wait for my birthday in a couple of weeks to go see it. But this was the first weekend in a while the kids had no dance related obligations or birthday parties. So we decided to just go today.
Mario and video games aren't really my wife's jam (outside a game here and there of Mario Kart or Mario Party). So she didn't really have any investment in seeing it and was just kind of along for the ride. The kids and I? We loved it. It was a fun ride from start to finish. I mentioned elsewhere that I had a grin on my face the whole time from all of the references and Easter eggs. And boy did they pack 'em in. Both Mario and Nintendo in general. I do agree with criticism elsewhere to that they didn't really give a lot of it time to breathe and honestly, I could have gone with an additional 20-30 minutes for the movie. But I know it's for the kiddos and understand the length.
My favorite moment would have to be the Mario Kart sequence. It was really a great showcase in the visuals and again, packed to the gills with tons of references.
One thing that was completely bizarre and threw me off a bit was the Luma. Not so much it's inclusion (cause it is Mario related). But it's personality was completely bizarre and really a bit dark. It was funny. But I wasn't sure if I had missed something related to its personality in a Galaxy game that would explain it or it was just a narrative choice.
I can't wait to see what they do with the sequel and it's obvious a sequel is going to happen. Even though there's a lot packed in the movie in reference to the franchise, they barely scratched the surface. I know there was some hints (subtle and pretty explicit) on where a sequel might go. But there's just so much to the Mario franchise they could use, the sequel could be anything. Can't wait 😀
Re: Mario Movie's Opening Box Office Predicted To Be The Biggest Of 2023 So Far
@MSaturn If there is any Nintendo property that I would think would be easiest to adapt, Zelda would be one of them.
First, movies like The Dark Crystal, Labyrinth, Willow, and Lord of the Rings have proven there is a market for high-concept fantasy movies.
You already have the core concept of the story developed. I guess if anything might be difficult, it would be what game(s) should they adapt. I say follow the (what I assume) this movie's format in that it's not necessarily adapting a particular game. But the concept and it be an original story
Re: Mario Movie's Opening Box Office Predicted To Be The Biggest Of 2023 So Far
@Cashews Now we are getting into the discussion on what we are considering a bust and by what metric. Is it strictly financial? Critically? Are factoring in the pandemic issue of many of these movies not having a theatrical release like Frozen 2 was afforded?
I realize how much money these movies make is the ultimate bottom line and so yes, I don't disagree that they were bust in those areas. I haven't seen the live-action Mulan movie or Lightyear yet. But I thought Soul, Raya and the Last Dragon, and Onward were fun and pretty good movies
Re: Mario Movie's Opening Box Office Predicted To Be The Biggest Of 2023 So Far
@Switch_Pro I'd hardly call modern Disney a trainwreck. If we are looking at their current era starting from 2008 up until now, they had an incredible streak of some critically and commercially acclaimed movies. The only real clunkers are Strange World and Bolt and even those have their redeeming qualities. Although I guess it's worth asking what exactly are we talking about when we mention Disney. Are we strictly talking about their feature animations? Pixar movies? Marvel movies?
And it's not like there haven't been down moments in even some of Disney's most prosperous eras. Even some movies in its Renaissance era weren't on the level of Little Mermaid or Lion King.
Re: Round Up: The First Impressions Of The Super Mario Bros. Movie Are In
While other's opinions are entertaining to read, I'm gonna see the movie regardless of whether they're reviews are glowing or not. My birthday is in a couple of weeks. So it's on my birthday itinerary
Re: Poll: Is This The Very End Of The Road For E3?
I'll always have fond memories of the best moments and reveals from E3s of the past. But it's current format was not only outdated, but just ridiculously gaudy, and overstuffed for no real reason.
Looking back, I realize that I really didn't care for all the extra stuff that came with some press conferences. I don't care for celebrity endorsements. If I wanted to see a musical act, I'd got to a concert or watch music video. It was boring watching execs and developers getting on the stage and endlessly pontificating on how great the great the industry is, and how great being a gamer was. I already know.
Edit: I guess to answer the question. I don't know if this is the absolute end of E3.y feelings aside on what it became, E3 is a well known name in the industry. So I'm sure someone with bright, and modern ideas could take the even and figure out a way to bring it back successfully
Re: SEGA & Tencent Have Also Decided To Skip This Year's E3
Its bittersweet. But there comes a time when it's okay to say goodbye to something that's had it's time. If they are truly desperate in wanting to keep the concept of E3 alive, I think the energy and time spent trying to keep this thing alive (in it's current format) could be spent trying to find a way to make it work in today's culture.
Re: Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Trailer Gets Creative With Vehicle Building, Fused Weapons
Considering Aonuma plainly says that there's a lot they couldn't
(or don't want to) show at the moment leads me to assume there's quite a bit more to expect from the game than what this shows.
I also don't know how drastically different some were expecting the map to be from BotW. It's a sequel. Taking place in the same time period. Sounds like some wanted an entirely new Zelda experience. Which would be a fair gripe if that's what we were told, but then sprung a direct sequel at the last minute.
Lastly, how much of this game are people wanting to see before release? Because I know this crowd and I know video game fans. And I know if they were to have spoiled a bunch of stuff ahead of time, people would still be complaining.
Re: New Trailer Gives Us Our Best Look Yet At The Pokémon Horizons Anime Series
It's bittersweet. But the show has needed this shake up. So I'm genuinely excited for.the future. And besides, it's not like we haven't had Pokèmon content before that didn't feature Ash.
Re: Poll: What Are Your Hype Levels For Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom?
I'm genuinely excited and hyped. I'm also not at all concerned that we haven't gotten an extensive look at the game yet. I suspect partly because they don't want to spoil some stuff. But also, we'll probably get some kind of Zelda specific Direct next month
I also think the comments about it being BotW DLC is ridiculous. They've already stated how it initially started out that way and why it ultimately isn't.
Re: Random: Hideki Kamiya Thinks Bayonetta Origins Will Help People Make Babies
I had a much longer, convoluted response I meant to post. But lost it. But to summarize, my post was really in response to the broader discussion at large and not necessarily specific to anyone here. There's been a couple of viral videos in the last few months that have really set off the debate. A lot of the discourse from both sides seems to lack any modicum of respect for the point of view. Which, sadly, I guess isn't all that surprising when it comes to online interaction.
Also with all due respect, I wasn't necessarily looking for kudos on my feelings on parenthood. I appreciate it. But ultimately, I am not sure I would classify parenthood in itself as fulfilling. But just an aspect of my life that has made it, as a whole, fulfilling for me personally up to this point. I guess that's the point I was trying to make. As I said, I don't want to be disingenuous and try to paint it as not being difficult. But for those of us with the privilege of not having to worry about some really essential things (child care, food on the table, roofs over our heads and just having the means to provide that stuff), parenthood doesn't and shouldn't mean the end of our lives as individual people.
Re: Random: Hideki Kamiya Thinks Bayonetta Origins Will Help People Make Babies
Just gonna wade into the conversation a bit with my two cents. I think folks need to stop getting caught up in trying to convice others what is best for their lives and why the decisions they make are mistakes. This goes to both sides of this topic. For those who choose to be parents or didn't necessarily plan on becoming one, but did for some reason? Don't feel the need to bend over backward to defend your choice or the choice to be a parent. No need to preach to others and make them feel like they're missing out in life by not having kids
For those who feel the need to defend why they choose to not have kids or go further and mock those with kids as being at some kind of disadvantage in life? No need to do so either.
Just let people make their own choices that, ultimately, have no effect on your life in the end.
I will add that I am a parent of two kids. Being a parent is something I knew, for pretty much most of my life, that I wanted to do and don't regret the choice for one moment. But I also know, from experience with loved ones, that being a parent is just not for everyone and it shouldn't be hard to get out of your feelings to understand that.
I also want to push back a bit on the idea that somehow, life is over when you become a parent and choose to parent. Make no mistake, it's an absolutely tough job being an active parent. Somedays make me want to pull my hair out in frustration. Sometimes from my kids just being kids. Sometimes of the circumstances that come with having children, no real fault of their own. I also must acknowledge the privilege I have of not having to struggle in some aspects of parenting that others do, and that may color my view somewhat. Not to say we are wealthy or well off by any means. But there are some things (at the moment) that we don't have to worry about that other families do.
With that being said, life has not ended. I am still able to do most of the things I enjoyed doing before having kids. Maybe not as spontaneously or as frequently as I would like. But my nor my wife's life or own interests has stopped
Re: PSA: A New Limited-Time Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Tera Raid Battle Is Now Live
@Anti-Matter It really comes down to your comfortableness. As has been said by others, its something to keep in mind. But at the same time, it's not as widespread as the outrage has made it out to be. Plus, the info provided by those who it happened to have been very vague and could very well involve other factors they aren't sharing.
That's not to say Game Freak shouldn't be looking into it. It's just probably hard to find the needle in the haystack when you aren't really sure what that needle is supposed to look like.
To share my personal experience, I have updated my game and haven't come across any issues so far. I know there was some question about preordering the DLC possibly being the culprit. But I've also read many people have done so and haven't run into this issue.
Re: The Pokémon Company Is Looking To Hire Someone With NFT Knowledge
@Eagly Does the average Pokèmon fan even know what a NFT or blockchain is to defend?
I feel like I've read every article about the concepts and still don't have a clue about them, why they're good or bad, and what they're purpose is in the end.
Re: The Pokémon Company Is Looking To Hire Someone With NFT Knowledge
@Jeronan Not to be that guy. I think you mean Max Raids. Tera Raids are Scarlet and Violet
Re: Feature: 5 Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Quality Of Life Updates We Still Want To See
I'm all for having the jingle return. Some shinies aren't all that different in look from the original which makes it near impossible to know you're encountering a shiny variant. Charcadet's difference, for example, only involves having blue eyes instead of their usual red.
I get it though. It isn't necessarily hard to see you are encountering a shiny if, for most Pokemon, their coloring dramatically differs from the normal one. However, people have to know what the shiny looks like to begin with as well. With that being said, it's not always clear to know what you're looking for if you don't know what it looks like, to begin with. So the jingle was great in that respect.
I also don't think the jingle made it any easier to find shinies. I think I've found more shinies in this game than in Legends.
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Version 1.2.0 Bug Supposedly Corrupting Save Files
The most wacky part of this story is the suggestion, by a rep, to use a feature that isn't even available yet 😂
Re: Capcom 'Spotlight' Broadcast Announced, Airing Next Week
I don't really play much from Capcom these days. But it would be really nice if they finally decided to port the rest of the AA games to the Switch.
Re: Pokémon HOME Updated To Version 2.1.1, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
@Sisilly_G I was thinking the same thing. Why not include this in the much larger update?
Re: Latest Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Tera Raid Event Starts Today, Features New Paradox Pokémon
@Handheld_TrifectAce I'll have to find the reddit post where I saw it.
But the gist of it was that the future paradox Pokemon are named as such and look as such because they serve some specific purpose or job in the (supposed) future they come from. For example, Iron Bundle would serve as a sort of mail person/delivery service for this particular future. Iron Hands serves as some kind of police/security force in the future. Iron Treads may have been a part of some transportation systems.
I can't remember the other ones at the moment. But it was kind of the gist of the theory.
Re: Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Tera Raid Bug Replaces Paradox Pokémon With Eggs
Folks need to take a chill pill. It really isn't that serious and not that big of a deal.
Re: Latest Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Tera Raid Event Starts Today, Features New Paradox Pokémon
@Handheld_TrifectAce Someone had a really cool theory that might explain why their names and looks are that way. It's possible it might have to do with their functions in the supposed future they come from.
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet DLC, The Hidden Treasure Of Area Zero, Coming Later This Year
I'm gonna be honest. My heart skipped a beat thinking they were gonna have the gall to announce a whole new set of games so soon. Glad it's just the S/V DLC. Looks good!
Re: Talking Point: 20 Years Of The Best Game Boy Ever - How Did You Get Your GBA SP?
@gazamataz I am quite aware of how borrowing things work. This was almost 20 years ago and as I said, I don't really remember how I got it. So for all I know, I could be way off. I also don't think the person who gave it to me probably even remembers it.
Re: Talking Point: 20 Years Of The Best Game Boy Ever - How Did You Get Your GBA SP?
I seem to recall someone letting me borrow their GBA SP and they never asked for it back. I already had a purple GBA and I think I had asked to use theirs to do some Pokémon trading. It ended up becoming my main GBA. I remember it not ever really being on my radar until I actually had one. It was such a cool and ingenious design. Ended up carrying that thing everywhere.
Honestly, I don't remember who exactly gave me the SP. Maybe it was a cousin or my wife's (then girlfriend) little sister. Whoever it was, I don't think they were a serious enough gamer to have one in the first place. Which is why it was so easy for them to part with
Re: Nintendo, Sony And Xbox Reportedly Skipping E3 2023
@Ensemen Maybe celebrating is too harsh. I think just being realistic and pointing out that we live in a different world compared to when E3 was at its peak. Even compared to the early days of the internet age, it's a completely different animal. People are no longer glued to specific dates or periods of time anymore.
Kind of how with TV, the fall season and sweeps periods no longer hold the importance they use to. The E3 period of big reveals and announcements is no longer relevant when you have the global reach to make those same announcements at any moment.
Re: Japanese Charts: Nintendo Switch And Pokémon Continue To Dominate The Top Spot
@Anti-Matter What in the world are you going on about?
Re: Talking Point: Does Nintendo's Next Console Have To Be 'Another' Switch?
I know everyone is on the train that the next console should/has to be similar to the Switch. I get it. For the convenience factor, the Switch has provided and for possible backwards compatibility.
Personally, I think Nintendo can go the traditional console route. As long as the software and support are there, they can do it. If they so choose to. I wouldn't be opposed to it and would probably buy it. Again, provided it does have the games I want to play and support from third party and not another Wii U situation
Re: Talking Point: What Is The Most Frustrated You've Ever Been With A Video Game?
I'm sure there have been quite a few over the years, but I can't remember them all.
Two come to mind:
1) The Water Temple in Ocarina of Time. Specifically, the time block in the Longshot room that I didn't know was there, caused me to backtrack cause I thought I missed something. I put the game down for a few days, I was so frustrated. My cousin, Chuck (god rest his soul) was home sick one day from school. When I got home, he had figured it out
2) The other would be that pachinko level in Mario Sunshine. 3D All Stars reminded me why I never actually finished it. I'm sure there's some technique out there to finish it as I don't think Nintendo would actually leave the thing broken if that was the case.
Re: Sega Confirms "More" Sonic Prime Is Coming Later This Year
I just finished them this afternoon. It was fun and enjoyable thus far. Really interested to see where it goes from here
Re: Some Jakks Pacific Mario Movie Toys Are Out In The Wild, Including A Fire-Breathing Bowser
If i had the space at home for figures, this would be a no brainer
Re: PokéDoko Teases Special "World Premiere" Video To Celebrate 1,000+ Pokémon
@Octane I don't necessarily need a National Dex in the game. The National Dex hasn't been in a game since X and Y. I don't mind having it offloaded to a separate app (as they did with Bank and now with Home). So that isn't really my bone of contention with the issue. It was nice to just have the ability to just use any Pokemon I wanted in Gen 7 games and not being stuck in storage.
But you are right in that it isn't necessarily a priority. Your point about slowing down and trying to make the best game possible, rather than annual releases is probably what they should be focused on more so. Scarlet has been fun to play. But it definitely should have had another 6 months to a year in development. Same with Legends and SwSh
As for what they should do in 20 years if they continue to add more Pokemon? I don't know. I personally think they need to slow down and not add as many each gen as they have been. I say this. But the official youtube channel just put out a really well-done video celebrating 1008 Pokemon. So now the nostalgia glasses have me thinking "Why stop there?" 😂
Re: Random: Here's A Closer Look At Every Mario Movie McDonald's Toy
@dew12333 If we are talking about the word with its original, intended meaning. Then no. That is not the correct context of the word
Re: PokéDoko Teases Special "World Premiere" Video To Celebrate 1,000+ Pokémon
@Octane To be fair, they manage to do this in Gen 7, on a less powerful handheld console. So I don't think it's totally off base to speculate why it can't be done in the Switch games.
Personally, I've long moved past being annoyed about the situation. But I can understand the frustration (from the consumer's POV) of having to keep your Pokemon in a storage service, paying for this service with no guarantee any of the Pokemon will ever be included in a game again
Re: Random: Here's A Closer Look At Every Mario Movie McDonald's Toy
@dew12333 Did you mean to type 'working away' or were you being serious in trying to find a use for the word 'woke'?
Re: Rumour: Switch Pro Was Real But Got Cancelled, Claims Digital Foundry
I still don't understand why folks got so ornery about talk of a Switch Pro. Like, you would almost think someone kicked your puppy or peed in your cornflakes, folks got so incensed over it. Sure, it got a little annoying that the talk kept coming up, only to have no results to show for it. But at the same time, it's not that hard to come to the conclusion that plans can and do change all the time and that's probably the case here.
I am inclined to believe that where there's smoke, there's fire and that the upgraded Switch did exist.
As for what Nintendo does next? I wouldn't at all be opposed to a traditional console. I mean, I love the portability of the Switch. But at the same time, it really comes down to software. If the Switch didn't have the games I enjoyed playing, to begin with, its portability wouldn't have mattered. So if the next one turns out to be a traditional, stationary console, I would be fine with that. I know that's not the case for everyone due to the current Switch's form being one of the big draws for most.
Re: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection Switch Icon To Be Updated In Next Patch
Even with something that seems this insignificant, it's nice to hear developers are listening. I just hope a majority of the criticism was constructive in tone
Re: Ash Ketchum VA Shares Message Ahead Of Character's Exit From Pokémon Anime
Exciting times. A lot of uncertainty comes with a decision like this. But I think the show will be fine. As iconic as Ash is in the Pokémon universe, it’s not like there isn’t precedence of there being Pokémon content that doesn’t feature Ash to begin with. So the opportunity is there for something new and fresh.
I say this as someone who has watched the anime from the beginning (or at least since it’s English debut). I’ll always think fondly of the duo of Ash and Pikachu. But it’s long been time to move on.
Also, I found the whole brouhaha over the VA change to be silly. Especially how Sarah Natochenny was treated. Sure, it was a bit jarring and weird to hear Ash and others with different voices. But then again, I was in my mid 20s when it happened. So maybe I had a bit more patience and common sense. But nonetheless, she figured out her own interpretation and became just as iconic in the role as Veronica Taylor. At least in my opinion
Re: Kazuya & Sephiroth amiibo Release 13th January, Pyra & Mythra Arrive In 2023
@nessisonett I’m not usually one to be cynical. But I kind of had the same thoughts. These feel a little bit on the late side and for no real good reason.
Re: Princess Peach And Donkey Kong Debut In New Super Mario Bros Movie Trailer
Now that was a fantastic trailer. And it seems they really are gonna hit the right time for a property as silly and fantastical as Mario.
Voices? I'm on board with the voices. I think Chris Pratt nails a perfect Mario voice that has shades of Charles Martinet, but different enough that's appropriate for a full length movie. Charlie Day sounds fine as Luigi. Keegan-Michael Key sounds great as Toad. I was anxious to see what they do with Peach and I'm happy to hear she sounds pretty straightforward and not the sort of ultra girlish, high pitched, squeaky voice we've heard from Peach in the past. And she's actively getting in on the action.
An appearance by Tanooki Mario. Peach powering up with a Fire Flower
The real kicker was the Mario Kart scene. And RAINBOW ROAD!!!!
Looks like there also might be a Mario Galaxy/Rosalina tease in the movie or possibly an outright appearance.
Trailer had me smiling from the start to finish. I really hope this movie sticks the landing
Re: Mini Review: Just Dance 2023 Edition - Some Welcome Changes To The Old Routine
Not defending some of the decisions being made with this year's game. But just to comment on the price, the game is currently on sale for as low as $25 and will probably periodically be on sale for around that much for the holidays. I get the game for the kids every year (and trade in last years game) and never do I buy it at full price
Re: Random: Duplicate Shiny Pokémon With This Scarlet And Violet Exploit
@Rob3008 I was gonna say the same thing. This leaves them with an interesting conundrum.
Re: Talking Point: Do You Name Your Pokémon?
Only if it's a Pokèmon I don't plan on ever trading away. I hate getting Pokèmon with nicknames I can't change. So I don't want to do that to others. Even then, I only nickname on rare occasions, if I'm inspired. I also keep them to nicknames that have some form of their actual name in it. So for instance, I nicknamed my Chimchar in Brilliant Diamond Chimnychunga. It
Re: Random: After 25 Years, Ash Ketchum Is Now The Very Best, Like No One Ever Was
I'm not gonna lose my crap about this and I'll admit to being the first to suggest staying off social media til you got a chance to consume whatever it is you don't want spoiled.
But in the case of this, I was taken aback the English twitter account spoiled this when I saw it this morning. In fact, I thought they were tweeting about his Alolan win (which did happen. So the impression as if this is the first time he's won a championship is a bit odd).
I saw all kinds of explanations as to why they may have chosen to do so. One was that they knew it would get spoiled anyways. Which I can understand on some level. But maybe it's just my twitter feed. I rarely see anyone spoil anime plots when they air initially in Japan. So that didn't seem like that would be an issue.
I also don't consistently see the English account tweet out spoilers from the anime. Which would at least provide some context as to why they chose to do it. But they don't. So why choose to spoil, of all things, this?
Re: Random: Lego Is Now Blocking Idea Submissions Based On The Legend Of Zelda
@Anti-Matter Okay. But what does your like or dislike of Zelda have to do with the possible existence of a set? Are you trying to say just because you're not a Zelda fan, one shouldn't exist?
Re: Random: Lego Is Now Blocking Idea Submissions Based On The Legend Of Zelda
I told my wife if she needs any Christmas ideas for me this holiday season, an adult lego set would be nice. Personally, I would buy a Zelda-themed lego set in a heartbeat. I feel like a lot of the elements of Zelda really lend themselves well to being lego sets (i.e Hyrule Castle, The Deku Tree, the Triforce, Master Sword, etc...)
Re: Nintendo To Establish Joint Venture Company With Mobile Firm DeNA
A lot of doom and gloom in these comments without knowing where exactly how this is gonna turn out, lol.
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Teasing Brand New Trailer "You Won't Want To Miss"
I honestly have no issue with more information. Certainly, I don't condone leaks. I also don't welcome spoilers in everything I consume. But I make an exception for games. Way too much money being plunked down for not knowing what I am getting into.
Re: Sonic Team Head: Sonic Frontiers And Breath Of The Wild Are "Not Similar At All"
Whether it's inspired by or similar to Breath of the Wild, I really don't care. I just hope it's a good game for the sake of the character Sonic. He's such a unique and fun character. It's a crime he's been subjected to such up and down treatment and mediocre offerings over the years. I just hope this game delivers.
Re: Liam Hemsworth To Replace Henry Cavill In Witcher's Netflix Series
I find people's reaction to recast a funny thing. Not meaning a new Batman series type of recast. But a recast within an already establish series/universe. Only because I grew up watching soap operas and recasting is part of the norm in that genre. So for me, it doesn't really make a difference as long as the recast is right for the role, and is able to bring their own unique take coupled with capturing the spirit of the character.
The balance is establishing that this is the same character, but acknowledging the new actor is a different actor and bringing their own flair to the role. Playing to their strength, but not (purposely or unintentionally) having the character come off as a different character