I thought I'd be playing DK Bananza, but I can't stop playing Assassin's Creed Shadows. If it really is coming to Switch 2, that's gonna be such a fantastic fit.
Yes, but I do it a bit differently. I three star every cup on a CC class before moving on to the next class, which makes more sense to me. I do all cups in 50cc at 3 stars, then all cups in 100cc at 4 stars, then 150cc.
You wouldn’t change out the size of your motor on a real go kart or bike before completing a tournament in its class. To do all CCs of one cup first is the true chaotic method (though Nintendo should have grouped by class rather than cup, to be fair)
I’m really excited for it but the top tier of hype won’t hit until like a week or two before release. I’ve been playing through all the Fromsoft Soulsborne games so that’s had me pretty busy games wise. Also decided to revisit Elden Ring for NG+ a year after platinuming it so I’m good till release date for games.
The Switch port I most wanted is finally here, but too late for me. Caved in last year and got the Platinum on PS4, and if I were to replay it, I'd probably opt for PC cuz Steam Deck. So glad it's finally available for every system now, though. Hands down my favourite JRPG.
These are coming too late to Switch for me , lol. I waited years for them to announce P5R for Switch but finally caved and played through it (and platinumed it) on PS4 last year. And while I still have P4G to play and finish on a modern console (never did finish it on my friend's Vita copy - got about 90% through it), and haven't touched P3P before, I'll have a Steam Deck by the time they release for Switch, negating a LOT of me bothering with 3rd party releases on it. I just think it's funny, mg most wanted pipedream Switch ports get announced right when I start pulling away from the console 🙃
I already have both on Wii U, but Wind Waker HD dropped support for inverted Y axis, so is unplayable for me. Fingers crossed they fix this with a Switch port as it's my favourite pre-BOTW 3D Zelda game and I'd love to finally play the updated version of it.
The very first time I saw and played a Zelda game it was the original Legend of Zelda on NES. I was 5 when it released but didn't come across the game until I was about 7 or 8 and an older kid across the street from us had it. Didn't play a lot of it, but it was a very clear memory.
The Zelda game I consider to be my first true forray into the series was A Link to the Past. We would rent an SNES from our local video rental store for mine and my brother's birthdays and ALTTP was one that always grabbed my attention thanks to my earlier exposure to the original, and it was the game that made 10 year old me decide to save every penny from my paper route, bottle returns from bottles we collected from local construction sites, birthday/Christmas money, and bought my own SNES. And I didn't get the bundle that came with Super Mario World for quite a bit cheaper than buying the core system plus a game, I saved for an extra length of time so I could get the system by itself and ALTTP as, while it was more expensive than the SMW bundle, it was still cheaper than getting the bundle PLUS another game. All I cared about right then and there was playing ALTTP in full, on my own SNES, and it is STILL my all-time favourite video game.
First game I remember playing was at the age of 4, Nintendo's port of Donkey Kong for CollecoVision. My Dad eventually sold his CollecoVision to buy us an NES a few years later, but we'd rented one a few times before then.
Just about finished my Bloodborne playthrough. Played a good chunk back in 2018 when it came to PS Plus and was my first Fromsoftware game, but my subscription expired before I could finish it. It was HARD. Never got back to it, partly because of the difficulty. Since then, I'd played a little Sekiro, Dark Souls Remastered, and Demon's Souls remake, but Elden Ring really opened the flood gates for me. I Platinumed Elden Ring, then I immediately did the same for Sekiro, then back to Bloodborne. It's like it's on easy mode this time around after all the time I've spent in those games since 2018, and I can't get enough of them.
@Spiders yeah, I played it the moment it unlocked for PC. It was pretty bad, like the whole game's framerate would pause for a second or two when loading areas of the game, so bad that it killed me during the intro twice. Still performed better with the day one patch than during review period from what I've seen. I also tweaked my NVIDIA Control Panel settings with some recommended settings I found that had improved it. Was playing coop for a couple of hours yesterday and they did a small update yesterday that improved it even further, very smooth.
While it's my personal favorite PRE-BOTW 3D entry, Wind Waker HD is the worst because Nintendo removed the ability to invert the Y axis and therefore unplayable for so many gamers.
Wired - agreed, wired is a no-go for me No gyro - bummer, but not the end of the world No HD rumble - couldn't care less No rumble AT ALL, even basic rumble - couldn't care less No NFC - oh no, all the amiibo I never scan! Needlessly bulky instead of finding middle ground - soooooo bulky. It almost feels like an Xbox controller.
The thing about the Hori Split Pad Pro is that it brings proper analog sticks to the Switch in handheld, feels better in the hand than the non-ergonomic joycon, and makes shooters feel waaaaaay better (aside from the lack of gyro, which I agree is nice to have). In a pinch, this is a great secondary pro controller for multiplayer. I'd never play with it docked, but I can see how some who already have them would opt to grab the add-on rather than another controller.
@Nicolai shinespark has been a staple of the series since Super Metroid. To say talking about it is a spoiler is like saying talking about the morph ball is a spoiler.
Hahahaha. You seriously included the prime Trilogy in this list? Not exactly fair including a port compilation, doesn't really count as an entry in the Metroid series if the individual games are there, too. Gonna just consider Super Metroid as the true and rightful winner!
No. If I'm gonna exercise, I'm gonna go to the gym. If I'm gonna game, I'm gonna play something far more interesting from a gameplay and story direction.
Currently working on my second playthrough (alternate path of the Black Eagles — kept a save file at the fork), but I can't imagine myself playing BL and GD anytime soon. Will come back to them after all the DLC is released and play everything else then.
Did a 100% play through of Super Metroid over the weekend. Lonnnnnng time since I've played it through, first time 100%. Was the first game's release I ever obsessed over.
Why would you put out a trailer of a game in such an unpolished state? The animation's choppy as hell. Should have waited until it was out of (pre)alpha.
@Bunkerneath just get it digitally, then. They probably need support before they can justify doing a physical copy. You can pay more money for it later, not like you wouldn't be paying extra for the physical copy in the first place anyway.
I'm inclined to believe them when they say they're safe, considering they had this product lined up before the Switch even launched, but pulled it when they got their hands on the Switch and realized it would damage the finish. Glad to see they reworked it and are back! (but I have neon yellow joycon now, so too late for me)
No way in hell would I back a project looking to bring an IP from a company as famously litigious as Nintendo. Don't care if they say Nintendo is on board. Kickstarter video games are already dicey enough.
Doom (when the price drops)
LA Noire (depending on reviews)
Batman
Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2 (when the price drops)
Snipperclips DLC (after I finally finish the main game)
Hulu (to see if there's any free stuff)
@Kobeskillz I don't have an Xbox One and never will because all the Xbox exclusives I want to play are available for PC, but then it's also currently part of a Humble Bundle for a $7 average.
I could get it there, but I want it on Switch because I want it on the hybrid platform, not tethered to my PC which is stationary. Not a slap in the face, many will make their purchase decision based off their own individual wants and which platform(s) are available to them (I also have a PS4). There are a number of games that I've decided to pay a little bit more for, or have a slightly less experience with graphically because I want that option of on the go gaming, and the more people that support these titles on Switch while available elsewhere (often for less because they've been there a while), or even double dip, the more developers will take note that it's worth putting them out for it as well.
Double Dash is the best. My brother and I ruled played co-op with me driving and him gunning. Probably my favorite co-op game and fondest co-op memories.
@lillith I played through Thimbleweed Park when it was released for PC and I wish I'd waited for Switch, simply for the mobility factor as I didn't want to put it down! It's really fantastic, no matter which platform you decide on.
Just Steamworld Dig 2 for me this week. Would have been Thimbleweed Park as well if I didn't already have a Steam copy.
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Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (26th July)
I thought I'd be playing DK Bananza, but I can't stop playing Assassin's Creed Shadows. If it really is coming to Switch 2, that's gonna be such a fantastic fit.
Re: Poll: Do You Three-Star-Gold Every Mario World Grand Prix Before Moving On To The Next?
Yes, but I do it a bit differently. I three star every cup on a CC class before moving on to the next class, which makes more sense to me. I do all cups in 50cc at 3 stars, then all cups in 100cc at 4 stars, then 150cc.
You wouldn’t change out the size of your motor on a real go kart or bike before completing a tournament in its class. To do all CCs of one cup first is the true chaotic method (though Nintendo should have grouped by class rather than cup, to be fair)
Re: Poll: So, Did You Order A Nintendo Switch 2?
I also preordered a Satisfye grip with case.
Re: Talking Point: Are You Ghosting Switch 1 To Save Yourself For Switch 2?
I’ve hardly touched my Switch since Steam Deck. Excited to pick those games back up on the Switch 2!
Re: Poll: What Are Your Hype Levels for Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom?
I’m really excited for it but the top tier of hype won’t hit until like a week or two before release. I’ve been playing through all the Fromsoft Soulsborne games so that’s had me pretty busy games wise. Also decided to revisit Elden Ring for NG+ a year after platinuming it so I’m good till release date for games.
Re: Review: Persona 5 Royal - Finally On Switch, This Is The Very Definition Of Essential
The Switch port I most wanted is finally here, but too late for me. Caved in last year and got the Platinum on PS4, and if I were to replay it, I'd probably opt for PC cuz Steam Deck. So glad it's finally available for every system now, though. Hands down my favourite JRPG.
Re: Persona 3 Portable & Persona 4 Golden Arrive On Nintendo Switch January 2023
These are coming too late to Switch for me , lol. I waited years for them to announce P5R for Switch but finally caved and played through it (and platinumed it) on PS4 last year. And while I still have P4G to play and finish on a modern console (never did finish it on my friend's Vita copy - got about 90% through it), and haven't touched P3P before, I'll have a Steam Deck by the time they release for Switch, negating a LOT of me bothering with 3rd party releases on it. I just think it's funny, mg most wanted pipedream Switch ports get announced right when I start pulling away from the console 🙃
Re: Random: Fan Remakes Pokémon Yellow In Link's Awakening-Style 3D
@Wexter my thought as well. Waaaaay more 3D dot Game Hero than LA
Re: Poll: Do You Actually Want Switch Ports Of Wind Waker And Twilight Princess?
I already have both on Wii U, but Wind Waker HD dropped support for inverted Y axis, so is unplayable for me. Fingers crossed they fix this with a Switch port as it's my favourite pre-BOTW 3D Zelda game and I'd love to finally play the updated version of it.
Re: Talking Point: What Was Your First Legend Of Zelda Game?
The very first time I saw and played a Zelda game it was the original Legend of Zelda on NES. I was 5 when it released but didn't come across the game until I was about 7 or 8 and an older kid across the street from us had it. Didn't play a lot of it, but it was a very clear memory.
The Zelda game I consider to be my first true forray into the series was A Link to the Past. We would rent an SNES from our local video rental store for mine and my brother's birthdays and ALTTP was one that always grabbed my attention thanks to my earlier exposure to the original, and it was the game that made 10 year old me decide to save every penny from my paper route, bottle returns from bottles we collected from local construction sites, birthday/Christmas money, and bought my own SNES. And I didn't get the bundle that came with Super Mario World for quite a bit cheaper than buying the core system plus a game, I saved for an extra length of time so I could get the system by itself and ALTTP as, while it was more expensive than the SMW bundle, it was still cheaper than getting the bundle PLUS another game. All I cared about right then and there was playing ALTTP in full, on my own SNES, and it is STILL my all-time favourite video game.
Re: Video: What Was Your First Video Game Ever?
First game I remember playing was at the age of 4, Nintendo's port of Donkey Kong for CollecoVision. My Dad eventually sold his CollecoVision to buy us an NES a few years later, but we'd rented one a few times before then.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 28th)
Just about finished my Bloodborne playthrough. Played a good chunk back in 2018 when it came to PS Plus and was my first Fromsoftware game, but my subscription expired before I could finish it. It was HARD. Never got back to it, partly because of the difficulty. Since then, I'd played a little Sekiro, Dark Souls Remastered, and Demon's Souls remake, but Elden Ring really opened the flood gates for me. I Platinumed Elden Ring, then I immediately did the same for Sekiro, then back to Bloodborne. It's like it's on easy mode this time around after all the time I've spent in those games since 2018, and I can't get enough of them.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 26th)
@Spiders yeah, I played it the moment it unlocked for PC. It was pretty bad, like the whole game's framerate would pause for a second or two when loading areas of the game, so bad that it killed me during the intro twice. Still performed better with the day one patch than during review period from what I've seen. I also tweaked my NVIDIA Control Panel settings with some recommended settings I found that had improved it. Was playing coop for a couple of hours yesterday and they did a small update yesterday that improved it even further, very smooth.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 26th)
Horizon Forbidden West on PS5 and Elden Ring on PC. Switch (and SMTV) has taken a back seat for some time now, even before Horizon launched.
Re: Video: Which Legend Of Zelda Remaster Is Best?
While it's my personal favorite PRE-BOTW 3D entry, Wind Waker HD is the worst because Nintendo removed the ability to invert the Y axis and therefore unplayable for so many gamers.
Re: The Best Switch Joy-Con Finally Get A Grip For TV Play
@JaxonH
Wired - agreed, wired is a no-go for me
No gyro - bummer, but not the end of the world
No HD rumble - couldn't care less
No rumble AT ALL, even basic rumble - couldn't care less
No NFC - oh no, all the amiibo I never scan!
Needlessly bulky instead of finding middle ground - soooooo bulky. It almost feels like an Xbox controller.
The thing about the Hori Split Pad Pro is that it brings proper analog sticks to the Switch in handheld, feels better in the hand than the non-ergonomic joycon, and makes shooters feel waaaaaay better (aside from the lack of gyro, which I agree is nice to have). In a pinch, this is a great secondary pro controller for multiplayer. I'd never play with it docked, but I can see how some who already have them would opt to grab the add-on rather than another controller.
Re: Metroid Dread: Shinespark - How To Speed Boost And Shinespark Like A Pro
@Nicolai shinespark has been a staple of the series since Super Metroid. To say talking about it is a spoiler is like saying talking about the morph ball is a spoiler.
Re: Best Metroid Games Of All Time
Hahahaha. You seriously included the prime Trilogy in this list? Not exactly fair including a port compilation, doesn't really count as an entry in the Metroid series if the individual games are there, too. Gonna just consider Super Metroid as the true and rightful winner!
Re: Best Nintendo Switch Metroidvania Games
DEAD CELLS IS NOT A METROIDVANIA!!!
Re: It Looks Like CrossCode Will Finally Be Released On The Switch Next Month
Awesome! Loved what I played on PC Game Pass but really felt it was more suited to playing on the go (for me). Don't sleep on this one.
Re: Nintendo Discounts Top Games For MAR10 Day On Switch eShop And In-Store (North America)
Once again, Nintendo shows how much their discounts suck.
Re: Monster Boy Sold More Copies On Switch Last Week "Than The Entire 5 Months Before That"
You know you're asking too much for your game when...
Re: Poll: Nintendo's Ring Fit Adventure Is Out Today, Are You Getting It?
No. If I'm gonna exercise, I'm gonna go to the gym. If I'm gonna game, I'm gonna play something far more interesting from a gameplay and story direction.
Re: Upcoming Fire Emblem: Three Houses DLC Reportedly Detailed Ahead Of Release
Currently working on my second playthrough (alternate path of the Black Eagles — kept a save file at the fork), but I can't imagine myself playing BL and GD anytime soon. Will come back to them after all the DLC is released and play everything else then.
Re: Bloodstained Team Shares Update On Incoming Switch Fix, But There's Still No Set Date
I'll grab this when it gets fixed and goes on sale. Not before.
Re: Talking Point: Please Nintendo, Can We Get These Things In Switch Firmware Version 10?
I upgraded to the better battery life Switch and haven't even logged into my UK account, simply because it's wonderful having JUST my region's news.
Re: Poll: So, Which SNES Games Have You Been Playing On Nintendo Switch?
Did a 100% play through of Super Metroid over the weekend. Lonnnnnng time since I've played it through, first time 100%. Was the first game's release I ever obsessed over.
Re: Curse Of The Sea Rats Is An All-New Metroidvania Headed To Switch
Why would you put out a trailer of a game in such an unpolished state? The animation's choppy as hell. Should have waited until it was out of (pre)alpha.
Re: 'Meowtroidvania' Game Gato Roboto Pounces Onto Switch Next Week
@Bunkerneath just get it digitally, then. They probably need support before they can justify doing a physical copy. You can pay more money for it later, not like you wouldn't be paying extra for the physical copy in the first place anyway.
Re: 'Meowtroidvania' Game Gato Roboto Pounces Onto Switch Next Week
@ThatNyteDaez k
Re: Rumour: French Gaming Website Suggests Cuphead Could Come To Switch
@Timppis when did I say anything about millennials??
Re: Rumour: French Gaming Website Suggests Cuphead Could Come To Switch
@Timppis My first console as a kid was a Colleco Vision, quickly followed by NES.
Re: Rumour: French Gaming Website Suggests Cuphead Could Come To Switch
@Timppis git gud
Re: Review: Sundered: Eldritch Edition - An Enjoyable But Challenging Take On The Metroidvania Format
Dead Cells isn't a Metroidvania. Why do people keep comparing Metroidvanias to it?
Re: Surprise! Both Guacamelee Games Headed To Switch, First Available Right Now
@16bitdave you just want more, don'tcha?
Re: Tencent Confirms Free-To-Play Titles Won't Be Impacted By Nintendo Switch Online
@ReaderRagfish hahahahaha
Re: Tencent Confirms Free-To-Play Titles Won't Be Impacted By Nintendo Switch Online
@ReaderRagfish you must be new to Nintendo
Re: Perfect Angle Brings Optical Illusion Puzzles To Nintendo Switch This May
Every time I encounter one of these types of puzzles in a game, they just end up frustrating. Can't wait to play a whole game's worth!
Re: Customise Your Nintendo Switch With These 'Safe' Console Skins
I'm inclined to believe them when they say they're safe, considering they had this product lined up before the Switch even launched, but pulled it when they got their hands on the Switch and realized it would damage the finish. Glad to see they reworked it and are back! (but I have neon yellow joycon now, so too late for me)
Re: Random: Super Mario World Kickstarter Aims To Bring The Lost Chapter To Switch
No way in hell would I back a project looking to bring an IP from a company as famously litigious as Nintendo. Don't care if they say Nintendo is on board. Kickstarter video games are already dicey enough.
Re: Review: Bayonetta 2 (Switch)
@therealgamer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CkQskMZUBs
Re: South Park: Fractured But Whole Coming to Switch on 13th March, says Aussie retail listing
Pass. Already played it on PS4.
Re: Nintendo Download: 9th November (North America)
Damn, this is a big week. I'll be getting:
Doom (when the price drops)
LA Noire (depending on reviews)
Batman
Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2 (when the price drops)
Snipperclips DLC (after I finally finish the main game)
Hulu (to see if there's any free stuff)
Re: Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle DLC Gets Shown Off In Shiny New Trailer
For those unable to access the video in the states, I'm laughing. Now you know the frustration of so much of the rest of the world 😂
Re: Talking Point: What Games Are You Playing This Weekend? - The Triumphant(?) Return
Mario + Rabbids
Silent Hill 2
Cuphead
Re: Oxenfree Comes to the North American eShop on 6th October
@Kobeskillz I don't have an Xbox One and never will because all the Xbox exclusives I want to play are available for PC, but then it's also currently part of a Humble Bundle for a $7 average.
I could get it there, but I want it on Switch because I want it on the hybrid platform, not tethered to my PC which is stationary. Not a slap in the face, many will make their purchase decision based off their own individual wants and which platform(s) are available to them (I also have a PS4). There are a number of games that I've decided to pay a little bit more for, or have a slightly less experience with graphically because I want that option of on the go gaming, and the more people that support these titles on Switch while available elsewhere (often for less because they've been there a while), or even double dip, the more developers will take note that it's worth putting them out for it as well.
Re: Super Mario Kart Nearly Became F-Zero 2
Double Dash is the best. My brother and I ruled played co-op with me driving and him gunning. Probably my favorite co-op game and fondest co-op memories.
Re: Feature: Dashing Through Super Meat Boy and Catching Up with Tommy Refenes
But when is the original Super Meat Boy gonna hit Switch??
Re: SteamWorld Dig 2 Promises A Big Reward For Dedicated Completionists
Would be cool if unlocked the first Steamworld Dig.
Re: Nintendo Download: 21st September (North America)
@lillith I played through Thimbleweed Park when it was released for PC and I wish I'd waited for Switch, simply for the mobility factor as I didn't want to put it down! It's really fantastic, no matter which platform you decide on.
Just Steamworld Dig 2 for me this week. Would have been Thimbleweed Park as well if I didn't already have a Steam copy.