UnseatingKDawg

So they went well beyond a home run and nailed a Grand Slam with the Switch. Very good news to hear!

@thesilverbrick: You sound a lot like other people online who can't seem to get past the early 90's. Sonic Adventure 2 is still as fun now as it was then (as for it's predecessor, that's another story). As for the high-speed gameplay in Unleashed onward, I really don't see how that's mediocre. There's still plenty of different pathways and secrets, it's just 3D mixed with 2D. I'm only being as "realistic" as you are here; it's just that I happen to enjoy it more than you, without it having to be nostalgia related.

@thesilverbrick: Say what you will, but Sonic Adventure 2 was well beyond "mediocre". Same with Colors and Generations.

His videos taken down was justifiable in my eyes. Spoilers suck. As for the 3 month ban? Sweet sweet karma biting him in the rear.

I'm about the only one in my circle of friends who actively uses the 3D. Granted, a couple games I don't even bother with (New Super Mario Bros. 2 because it just blurs the background and makes the models stand out, and Hyrule Warriors Legends because it drops the framerate, for example), but I love it in several titles. The aforementioned Super Mario 3D Land, Kid Icarus Uprising, Luigi's Mansion. Same with Super Smash Bros., Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World, Mario Kart 7, Metroid: Samus Returns and a bunch more. I was bummed out to see the Superstar Saga remake get the 2D only treatment. But hey, technology marches on. I just wish they'd do full support until the very end.

Well, it's a shame, but these things happen. Looks like amiibo might be the only toys-to-life line left.

On the plus side, I can get the rest of the packs I need. And hopefully a Supergirl figure that's not $60.

Due to how they handled this year (avoiding the elephant in the room at E3, delaying some packs), I'd say it was pretty clear they were wrapping it up this year. It's kind of a shame too. Although quite buggy, it's the best LEGO game I've played in years. Heck, even if they were to do a release on Switch that would follow traditional rules (unlocking the characters yourself) I'd probably snap it up real quick.

Didn't know the SNES design was considered ugly as a matter of fact. Maybe someone has a low opinion of the design, but I like it. Although I always did like the multicolored buttons as opposed to the light purple/dark purple. To each their own.

I'll be adding The Mummy Demastered to my wish list for now. I've got another game and amiibo to get next week. And 5 more games next month...

@meleebrawler: I have a tendency to keep forgetting that little tidbit.

I'm not going to lie, Mania is the best Sonic game I've played since Generations - I'll go as far to say it's what Sonic 4 should've been. It's just that I've really been looking forward to Forces. I love the boost gameplay they've had since Unleashed. The sense of speed, the umpteen number of paths and shortcuts to take, the exhilaration of dodging a spike or pit at the last second while running at Mach 5. I'm also willing to give the custom character thing a go too. Not to mention this is the first time in over a decade that we can play as Shadow in a main-series title again. Guess some people just don't see it the same way.

Still grabbing it. It's not the first Sonic game I've played to not hit 60 FPS, and as long as that 30 FPS stays good and locked, I'm good.

So many people nitpicking about framerate... I'm surprised there wasn't nearly as much complaining about other titles. Like Breath of the Wild.

I was pretty bummed to hear that there was no 3D, but no biggie. I'm still going to enjoy this starting Friday.

Wish we had that box art...

I’ve already had my Mario and Zelda amiibo preordered at GameStop months ago. But best of luck to whomever’s going for them!

@kbshadow: No, actually. I was a little surprised myself. Isaac doesn't drain the battery quite as fast to begin with, but airplane mode drastically prolonged it. I was at about 29% when I was ready to pick my SNES up.

I waited about 4 1/2 hours on the 28th for a midnight release. Played Binding of Isaac on my Switch the entire time

Well, I’m glad I got some VC games that I did, since they didn’t feel the need to put them on Wii U (like N64 Smash Bros.)

@AlexSora89: That was beautiful

I don’t think I have the mental capacity to handle this revelation...

@AlexSora89: Yeah, and watch any system running that game after the NES crash-out... XD

My wallet’s definitely going to be screaming at me the next couple months but it’ll be so worth it. New Sonic. New Mario. Skyrim on the go. Doom on the go. This has definitely been one of the best years for gaming.

At least they're offering free games somewhere...

I feel like I’m the only one here who dislikes gyroscopic aiming...

Anyway, I’ll gladly double dip on this just to play it on the go. Same with Skyrim. And same (hopefully) with Fallout 4

I can hope for a Fallout 4 port...

I enjoyed playing this on my Xbone. I do love the portable aspect of it, so I think I’ll double dip. I just hope they fixed that nasty glitch involving 100% completion...

It's about time. I've been waiting over a decade to play as him in a platformer again.

Doesn't surprise me much. Had an online order they royally screwed up and some items don't seem to even exist when you want to pre-order on their site.

I was excited to see Pokey Pummel from MP7. I hope they bring back some of the best boards too.

Eh, could be worse. I don't go for sports games, but at least I'll have an idea as to what'll happen with DOOM and possibly Skyrim.

But 5GB for a save file is quite ridiculous...

Everyone wants a piece of the big pie...

Well, it was nice to post screenshots while it lasted.

To all those who are getting the game, I hope you thoroughly enjoy it. I'm also glad it has high reviews.

I'm still making a pass because I cannot stand ANYTHING involving those vermin.

Huh... nothing on 3DS or Wii U at all.

Despite all the negativity (especially on this site), I'm looking forward to getting this. I enjoy the high-speed 3D levels that have been in since Unleashed.

Walmart, Best Buy, and Amazon all failed to email me. I'll check with my local GameStop after work, but I don't have my hopes up.

My co-workers and I thought this looked like crap when it was released for Xbone and PS4. This review doesn't surprise me in the least.

@607jf: Thanks for the tip. Might have to look into that.

I'd just like to know how they opened it up - mine doesn't play the SEGA startup sound. Tried 3 sets of AAs, and nothing.

I unlocked it within the first day of playing. What can I say, I'm really good at Blue Sphere. These last five levels though...

I was wondering if it was just me or if the Home button lagged this morning. Eh, no biggie. I'll take a lagging Home function over poor performance.

@OorWullie: Wow... I'm at a loss myself. That's how the classic games worked. Guess he hasn't taken the time to appreciate them.

@OorWullie: Sounds to me those reviewers have gone a tad soft when it comes to playing games. I mean, restarting the stage after losing all lives is a standard for most platformers... guess I'll never fully understand reviewers.

Glad I'm getting my collector's edition and the Switch release next week.

Ah, I needed a good laugh to brighten my day.

I could say Nintendo tried with this new program, but that's being far too generous.

Grabbin' me some Sonic Mania and Pokken Tournament.

Who comes up with this crap?

@Whopper744: I appreciate that one.

@eltomo: Nope. We'll nitpick at the slightest thing if it means we'll make a quick buck! XD

I'm definitely grabbing Namco Museum and Miitopia down the line.