I don't think Nintendo would necessarily be evil to raise the price. After all, the memory shortage is completely out of their hands.
That said, I also don't see why the consumer needs to be the one to bear the brunt of the rising RAM costs. Nintendo should understand that if they treat their consumers well, consumers will come to them.
Splatoon Raiders piques my interest, as I've always been curious about Splatoon as an IP but felt that the multiplayer shooter aspect didn't appeal, but I need some actual info about the game.
I am trying to rapidly play Tomodachi Life on my Modded 3DS to decide if I want to buy a voucher for TOTK and Living the Dream.
EDIT: The game is fine, though I can't say I'd get $50 worth out of Living the Dream. I never used vouchers since I was more of a physical diehard on Switch 1, and I suppose now I never will. I hope Nintendo replaces it with a better program (something like Nintendo Selects), but given their recent track record, I'm not getting my hopes up.
When the card is inserted in the system, you just see the tiny edge of the card, and that's only on the back of the console WHILE the kickstand is open. $40 extra for that is insane.
I'm anticipating a Partner Showcase. We have enough titles to last us until the Summer, so a Direct before Spring probably isn't necessary.
I also wouldn't be surprised if Nintendo moves to a schedule of having 2 General Directs annually during the Switch 2's lifespan, with 1 in Late March/Early April and one in September.
@MoldyPasta Nice! I played Undertale for the first time in 2024 and it truly was a phenomenal experience. The True Pacifist final boss was one of the best moments in a game I had ever seen.
As a general rule of thumb, games shouldn't be announced until the devs are mostly certain that they can release it within a year or less of the announcement.
Hollow Knight: Silksong This is one of those games that just absolutely hooks me. I'll probably be spending most of my time on this game. Currently, I'm going around the map going to places I couldn't before now that I have the wall jump.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons I'm trying to play this for just a brief amount of time daily. Yesterday, Nook's Cranny and Island Services were closed due to renovation, so I'm interested in seeing them reopen today.
Mario Kart World and Kirby Air Riders As always, I'll probably play a few matches in either or both of these games.
@FrenchVaniIIuxe "You don't 'leave' a company immediately after a high-profile release that was contentious at best."
Why not? If Tanabe planned on retiring, why wouldn't he leave soon after finishing a major release? Besides, most people generally found that the game was serviceable, and that would hardly ever justify a producer with such an impactful legacy being fired.
Nintendo has some truly impeccable timing. They waited over half a year to post a trailer showing off all their free Switch 2 updates only to release the first free update in a while the day later.
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Re: Nintendo Will "Carefully Consider" A Switch 2 Price Increase, Says Furukawa
I don't think Nintendo would necessarily be evil to raise the price. After all, the memory shortage is completely out of their hands.
That said, I also don't see why the consumer needs to be the one to bear the brunt of the rising RAM costs. Nintendo should understand that if they treat their consumers well, consumers will come to them.
Re: Round Up: The Final Previews Are In For Mario Tennis Fever
@PharoneTheGnome It's $70.
https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/mario-tennis-fever-switch-2/
Re: Nintendo Reconfirms Release Windows For Major Upcoming Switch 2 Games
Splatoon Raiders piques my interest, as I've always been curious about Splatoon as an IP but felt that the multiplayer shooter aspect didn't appeal, but I need some actual info about the game.
Nothing else interests me from this slate at all.
Re: It's Official, The Switch Is Nintendo's Best-Selling Console Of All Time
2 days later
"Sony reveals PS2 production resuming"
Re: Pokémon 30th Anniversary Nintendo Store Event Announced (US)
I look forward to the anniversary.
Re: Surprise! Tomodachi Life's 3DS Soundtrack Has Been Added To Nintendo Music
@ParrakerriRush "Say that again."
Re: Surprise! Tomodachi Life's 3DS Soundtrack Has Been Added To Nintendo Music
Much better than the last two lackluster OSTs. I am pleased with this one.
(We need something big soon though! Give me 3D World or (3)DS Pokemon!)
Re: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Fails To Meets Sega's Expectations
The demo didn't impress me when I played it, but I hope Sega continues to support Crossworlds for its passionate, albeit small, fan base.
Re: ICYMI: Paper Mario-Styled RPG 'Escape From Ever After' Has Launched On Switch
I'll have to check this out.
Re: Quiz: LEGO Pokémon's Priciest Set Is HOW MUCH!?
11/12
I messed up on the Lego question by only reading the UK prices when I had previously seen the set prices in USD, so I got confused.
Re: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Director Hopes To Share Switch 2 Update In "Very Near Future"
(Jaws theme plays)
"We're going to need a bigger MicroSD Express Card."
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (31st January)
Hollow Knight: Silksong
I'm making my way through Act 2. This game truly is incredible.
Mario Kart World and Kirby Air Riders
Probably going to play a few online matches here and there.
Have a good weekend, everyone!
Re: Poll: What Nintendo Switch 2 Games Are You Most Excited For In 2026?
Deltarune Chapter 5 and the as of yet unannounced Pokemon Gen 10.
Re: Reminder: Today's Your Last Day To Buy Switch Game Vouchers
I am trying to rapidly play Tomodachi Life on my Modded 3DS to decide if I want to buy a voucher for TOTK and Living the Dream.
EDIT: The game is fine, though I can't say I'd get $50 worth out of Living the Dream. I never used vouchers since I was more of a physical diehard on Switch 1, and I suppose now I never will. I hope Nintendo replaces it with a better program (something like Nintendo Selects), but given their recent track record, I'm not getting my hopes up.
Re: Book Review: The History Of The Pokémon Games - A Light, Informative Blast To The Past
Why are so many people unable to comprehend that Pokemon Legends is mainline?
Re: Pokémon Legends: Z-A "Complete" Five CD Soundtrack Announced For Japan
That Jacinthe theme is going on loop
Re: Random: Bubbles Or Hugh? The Tomodachi Life Nintendo Direct May Have Been Different In Your Region
All hail Hugh Morris! All hail Hugh Morris!
Re: Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream's Price And Box Art Have Been Revealed
The box art is cute, but I don't think this game justifies $60 for me.
Re: Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Nintendo Direct: Every Announcement - How Would You Rate It?
Hugh Morris carried the direct.
Re: Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Moves In On Switch 1 This April
My first reaction to the teddy bear was
"Freddy Fazbear"
Re: Resident Evil Requiem Is Getting A Themed MicroSD Express Card
When the card is inserted in the system, you just see the tiny edge of the card, and that's only on the back of the console WHILE the kickstand is open. $40 extra for that is insane.
I'm sure collectors will eat it up, though.
Re: Feature: 11 Of The Strangest Game Over Screens On Nintendo Consoles
"geeeeeeet dunked on ! ! !"
Re: WarioWare's Original Soundtrack Has Been Added To Nintendo Music
If you really want to go insane, put any of the 5 second Microgame themes on loop.
Edit: I am under the impression that the comment directly below this one has decided to follow my instructions.
Re: Kirby Air Riders Has Been Updated To Version 1.3.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
GameShare felt like a natural fit for a more niche multiplayer game like this, so I'm glad it's finally getting the update.
Re: Rumour: A Nintendo Direct May Be Coming As Soon As Next Week
I'm anticipating a Partner Showcase. We have enough titles to last us until the Summer, so a Direct before Spring probably isn't necessary.
I also wouldn't be surprised if Nintendo moves to a schedule of having 2 General Directs annually during the Switch 2's lifespan, with 1 in Late March/Early April and one in September.
Re: Poll: Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 Has A Final Title, But What Could It Be?
Final Fantasy VII: Republican
Re: Mailbox: Non-Standard Switch 2s, Joy-Con Colours, Zelda amiibo We Need - Nintendo Life Letters
How about a Morshu amiibo that charges your credit card every time you scan it?
Re: Super Mario Galaxy Movie's New Trailer Shares A "First Look" At Yoshi
What a scam. I was promised NO GAME INFORMATION, but in the Direct, they talked about information about older games that had Yoshi in them!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (24th January)
@MoldyPasta Nice! I played Undertale for the first time in 2024 and it truly was a phenomenal experience. The True Pacifist final boss was one of the best moments in a game I had ever seen.
Good luck with the Genocide Run!
Re: Feature: "Demoralisation Is A Strong Word, But It Accurately Describes The Situation" - Why Do So Many Games Get Delayed?
As a general rule of thumb, games shouldn't be announced until the devs are mostly certain that they can release it within a year or less of the announcement.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (24th January)
Hollow Knight: Silksong
This is one of those games that just absolutely hooks me. I'll probably be spending most of my time on this game. Currently, I'm going around the map going to places I couldn't before now that I have the wall jump.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
I'm trying to play this for just a brief amount of time daily. Yesterday, Nook's Cranny and Island Services were closed due to renovation, so I'm interested in seeing them reopen today.
Mario Kart World and Kirby Air Riders
As always, I'll probably play a few matches in either or both of these games.
Happy gaming everyone!
Re: Pokémon Legends Z-A Ranked Battle Season 6 Start Date And Rewards Revealed
I love Swampert! Hopefully we get Home compatibility soon, cause I do not own the DLC.
Re: The Next 'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' Nintendo Direct Arrives Sunday, 25th January
They'll reveal Wario, also voiced by Chris Pratt, and in the movie they'll reveal that Wario is actually Mario stuck in a time loop or something.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting The Switch 2 Upgrade For Super Mario Bros. Wonder?
Alternate Title: Will you pay $20 to deface Super Mario Bros. Wonder's icon on the Switch 2 home screen?
Re: Random: Mario Wonder's New Box Art Might Be The Ugliest 'Switch 2 Edition' Cover Yet
A diagonal separator would have been much better (though still ugly).
Re: Nintendo Download: 22nd January (North America)
Eventually I'll pick up FF7RI, but right now I'm too busy being addicted to Silksong.
Re: Lego Teases Another Adult Mario Kart Set, This Time Starring Luigi
I like how half of this comment section is talking about the Lego itself and then the rest is misinterpreting the phrasing of 'Adult Mario Kart'.
Re: Switch 2 Remains The Fastest-Selling Console In The US At 4.4 Million Units
"But my local Target still has Switch 2's in stock..."
Re: A 'World Class' Pokémon Attraction Is Coming To Universal Studios
Well that was incredibly vague. They didn't say a thing about Super Nintendo World. This may not even be a land.
Re: Mario Wonder's 'Real' Talking Flower Sounds Both Charming And Irritating
I was just waiting for them to say "IT CAN'T DIE!"
Re: Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup In Bellabel Park Arrives On Switch 2 In March
Yeah, we're not getting a General Direct before March (if that) are we?
Re: Chris Pratt Supposedly Hints At "A Couple More" Character Surprises In The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
So excited to see the reveal that the movie has KOOPAS
Re: Pokémon Legends Z-A Version 2.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
The increase to the Mega shard limit is a great improvement. Also, why are there so many game updates this week?
Re: Mario Kart World Has Been Updated To Version 1.5.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
I checked this article on mobile and it auto played a video about 200CC and for a brief moment I thought the update actually had content.
Re: Nintendo Producer Kensuke Tanabe Has Seemingly Confirmed His Retirement
@FrenchVaniIIuxe "You don't 'leave' a company immediately after a high-profile release that was contentious at best."
Why not? If Tanabe planned on retiring, why wouldn't he leave soon after finishing a major release? Besides, most people generally found that the game was serviceable, and that would hardly ever justify a producer with such an impactful legacy being fired.
Re: Sonic Mania Dev Laments "Corporate Bureaucracy" Ahead Of Its Next Game
Well that trailer was psychotic. Wishlisted.
Re: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Gets A Free Switch 2 Update And Adds Dixie Kong
Nintendo has some truly impeccable timing. They waited over half a year to post a trailer showing off all their free Switch 2 updates only to release the first free update in a while the day later.
Re: Feature: 40 Games We'd Love To See On Switch 2
Ports I'd like to see:
Re: Nintendo Music Adds Another Legendary Zelda Soundtrack, Here's Every Song Included
Another seafaring soundtrack. What's next?
Re: Video: Nintendo Highlights Enhanced Switch Games On Switch 2
I really hope we get some more. At the very least some handheld mode resolution patches.