@sevex Same here. So THAT'S why Bananza 100$CAD was so much more reasonable than Kirby's 115; turns out you have to shell an extra 30$CAD for the complete game. So yeah; that physical copy you bought 2 months ago you were so proud of? Not the full game.
@Kraven Not disdain; people just need to be reminded it's not set to cure cancer.
@Anti-Matter Yes, whenever you don't share someone's opinion, the best thing is to be outraged and tell them how wrong they are. How much time you spent on a game is also a very useful metric that should turn most people/situations around.
Even back then, that wierd art with the fake Kate Winslet with the Milla Jovovitch wig was so bizarre I could not even be bothered to look at the back of the box. I would have gave the Europe version at least a look-see.
@topsekret @Riku3456 You guys are mixing up the rendering resolution and output resolution.
On Switch 2, from the title screen, vanilla Jamboree always rendered at 1080p, but it used to output in a 2160p signal/container. Now it's straight up 1080p output.
If you select JAMBOREE TV, however - you get a 1440p render in a 2160p output, including the normal Jamboree games that can be played within it. It is complicated, yes. All because Nintendo wanted to maintain full version parity between vanilla Jamboree for Switch 1 and 2.
@Aventurier Yes, that is common to most tvs; it means while it may be available if forced, 1440p modes (60/120) are not exposed in the tv EDID.
However, games can still force it "in-game", if available at all. Mostly used to do 60 fps games in a 120 container in order to reduce latency atm; Street Fighter, Mona..; those games are not rendering at 120; it's just for latency.
Ooooh; found it; now Switch 2 will literally output a 1080p signal/container; leaving the tv to do the upscaling, where it used to output the same 1080 in a 2160p container.
Most likely for compatibility reasons with the Switch 1 version.
@MarioBrickLayer I expect a game-sized Upgrade Pack like Bowser's Fury or New Super Luigi U; A handful of levels like Star-Crossed World would be a disappointment. Don't think Switch 1 will be supported, but 120hz docked is likely to be available.
Please stop; I yield. My backlog is already overloaded for the coming years. I will allow Silksong and Metroid Prime 4; please delay the rest into 2026 or 2027.
@SoIDecidedTo And all-time low. Picked it up as well along with Mario + Rabbids 2. Will also prolly pull the trigger on Prince of Persia and No Man's Sky, but I'm trying to keep my backlog under control.. XD
Played on Switch 2 docked; so being a Switch 1 game, presentation is "up to" 1080p30; yuk. Ground physics felt both sloppy and stiff; way off. Air travel was better. Items were lackluster at best. On the bright side, the portals à la Ratchet & Clank was pretty cool and seems like it could be more enjoyable than MKW connecting/highway paths. Also, the story and upgrade systems should provide a lot more depth. Hopefully they will have a Switch 2 demo at launch.
@KevinP I can understand the resentment; it's just funny to see someone jump on a post like this to express it.
The physical rewards available in North America really kinda are garbage grade; especially compared to what it used to be. Used my physical copy of Bananza as an opportunity to get free shipping on the Mario Tote Bag and the DK Bananza Napkin; pretty weak stuff.
@Yydeckard I'm old too. I totally remember games like FF3 and Secret of Mana going for 99$CAD+taxes back in 1993-4. So yeah; Bananza going for 99$CAD from 2025 kinda bites but is hardly the end of the world.
@AussieMcBucket Really tells a lot about the kind of compromises that were being made for Switch 1 port, doesnt it? Shiny new Switch 2 uplift now gets the "standard" quality assets, and it can run at "up to" 1080p30 docked. What a time to be alive. =S
Maybe it's just me, but digital purchases just make it too easy to lose track of your backlog. I'm too lazy to swap cartridges all the time; when I pop one of these suckers in, I don't swap until I see the credits roll. That's why my copy of Final Fantasy Collection is still under wrap..; I feel a bit intimidated.. XD
@jsty3105 Hey; if you want a more expensive lesser version, have at it, mate. I'm not trying to spoil your fun; just saying that money could be put to better use. How many Switch 2 ports do you currently own? I thought they were universally shunned.
You can bet it will be Mario focused. Mario Wonder is getting a NS2 edition or they would have already updated it like the others; so think Mario Wonder + Wario Sorrow or something. And I fully expect a 120hz mode. Plans for MKW should be unveiled. Likely also Mario All-Star 2 featuring MG2, 3D Land and whatever else they can scrape.
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Re: Nintendo Download: 18th September (North America)
Are these real games? Feels like you're making up half of them.
Re: Mario Kart World's First European Online Event Gets Underway Later This Month
I run the game once a week to collect my NSO silver coins but that's about all the use I've been getting out of it since launch week +1.
Re: Where To Pre-Order Metroid Prime 4: Beyond For Nintendo Switch 1 + 2, Plus New Metroid amiibo
Don't pre-order unless given a SIGNIFICANT physical bonus. NEVER pre-order digital. Think they are going to run out of bits?
Re: Review: Bubsy In: The Purrfect Collection (Switch) - Limited Run Cleans Out The Kitty Litter
I'd be very interested in an interview with someone getting the super collectors edition, preferably with photos of the person's game room.
Re: Review: Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush (Switch 2) - DLC That's Ripe With Fun, But Could've Been More
A mere 2 months after release. What value do our physical copies really hold, now?
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 Switch Comparison Video Makes Nintendo's Upgrades Clearer
@Suketoudara Do you have a link to that 120hz mention? I only see 1080p on SW1 and 4K on SW2.
Re: Review: JSAUX EnergyFlow Joy-Con Charging Dock For Switch 2 - A Colourful Option If You've Got A Two Pair
Got a pair, but that's it I'm afraid.
Re: One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 - Switch 2 Edition Announced, Includes Free Upgrade For Switch Owners
Was pretty hilarious to see all those One Piece flags floating around on almost every wide shot of Nepalese protests footage.
Re: No Switch 2 "Upgrade Path" For Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined Planned
I imagine Switch 2 owners will have no purchase planned for Dragon Quest VII so here's that
Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Finally Gets A Release Date, Open World Confirmed
My only problem with the bike is that it's seemingly going to be the only vehicle available in the entire universe, which is silly af.
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 & 2 Bundle Confirmed For Switch, Launching October
Switch 2 owners will have to download an update to run their physical copy AT ALL, so what's the point =(
Re: ICYMI: If You Want To Play Virtual Boy Classics, You'll Need To Buy One Of Nintendo's Accessories
That piece of plastic will hunt landfills and YouTubers backdrop for years to come.
Re: Donkey Kong Bananza Has Been Updated To Version 2.0.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
@sevex Same here. So THAT'S why Bananza 100$CAD was so much more reasonable than Kirby's 115; turns out you have to shell an extra 30$CAD for the complete game.
So yeah; that physical copy you bought 2 months ago you were so proud of? Not the full game.
Re: Nintendo Direct Announced For Friday, 12th September 2025
@Dimey Why are you like that ; what wrong did I do to you
Re: Nintendo Direct Announced For Friday, 12th September 2025
@Dimey I said mainline. All-stars was clearly a special thing.
Re: Nintendo Direct Announced For Friday, 12th September 2025
If no Mario Wonder Switch 2 Edition I'm literally eating my boots. It's the only mainline Mario not updated for SW2.
Re: The Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games
@Kraven Not disdain; people just need to be reminded it's not set to cure cancer.
@Anti-Matter Yes, whenever you don't share someone's opinion, the best thing is to be outraged and tell them how wrong they are. How much time you spent on a game is also a very useful metric that should turn most people/situations around.
Re: The Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - Duel: Forsaken (N64)
Even back then, that wierd art with the fake Kate Winslet with the Milla Jovovitch wig was so bizarre I could not even be bothered to look at the back of the box.
I would have gave the Europe version at least a look-see.
Re: Tales Of The Shire: A The Lord Of The Rings Game Updated On Switch
Patches are never on time; they only show up when they mean to
Re: Review: Star Wars Outlaws (Switch 2) - An Underrated Adventure, A Super-Solid Port
"Looks, sounds, and plays great on Switch 2"
"super smooth and responsive"
or
"capped at 30fps"
"odd bit of hitching here and there when transitioning to a new area"
"character models can look a little rough at times"
Pick only one
Re: First Impressions: Same But Different? - Our Initial Hours With Hollow Knight: Silksong
I'll wait for the WiiU version
Re: Video: We've Played Star Wars Outlaws On Switch 2 - Here's 16 Minutes Of Gameplay
This is not the Star Wars you are looking for.
Re: Super Mario Party Jamboree Updated For Switch 2 And Switch (Version 2.2.0)
@Aventurier That trick only works in a handful of games. Bananza is not among them.
@ProfesorPoncho Vouchers can only buy Switch 1 games. You will have to buy the Jamboree TV Upgrade Pack.
Re: Super Mario Party Jamboree Updated For Switch 2 And Switch (Version 2.2.0)
@Aventurier But it wasn't supported out of the box; it was added only 2 years ago in version 6.0.
https://www.reddit.com/r/PS5/comments/x802cn/ps5_system_software_60_released_with_1440p/
And it's not like Switch 2 doesn't support it, it simply has to be exposed in the EDID. You can put a 10$ EDID emulator dongle in between and it will work.
Re: Super Mario Party Jamboree Updated For Switch 2 And Switch (Version 2.2.0)
@topsekret @Riku3456 You guys are mixing up the rendering resolution and output resolution.
On Switch 2, from the title screen, vanilla Jamboree always rendered at 1080p, but it used to output in a 2160p signal/container. Now it's straight up 1080p output.
If you select JAMBOREE TV, however - you get a 1440p render in a 2160p output, including the normal Jamboree games that can be played within it. It is complicated, yes. All because Nintendo wanted to maintain full version parity between vanilla Jamboree for Switch 1 and 2.
@Aventurier Yes, that is common to most tvs; it means while it may be available if forced, 1440p modes (60/120) are not exposed in the tv EDID.
However, games can still force it "in-game", if available at all. Mostly used to do 60 fps games in a 120 container in order to reduce latency atm; Street Fighter, Mona..; those games are not rendering at 120; it's just for latency.
Re: Super Mario Party Jamboree Updated For Switch 2 And Switch (Version 2.2.0)
Ooooh; found it; now Switch 2 will literally output a 1080p signal/container; leaving the tv to do the upscaling, where it used to output the same 1080 in a 2160p container.
Most likely for compatibility reasons with the Switch 1 version.
Re: Rumour: Another Claim Points To A Nintendo Direct Later This Month
@MarioBrickLayer I expect a game-sized Upgrade Pack like Bowser's Fury or New Super Luigi U;
A handful of levels like Star-Crossed World would be a disappointment.
Don't think Switch 1 will be supported, but 120hz docked is likely to be available.
Re: Rumour: Another Claim Points To A Nintendo Direct Later This Month
@MarioBrickLayer Put your money on a Mario Wonder Switch 2 Edition + Wario Sorrow.
Wonder is the only mainline Mario to have not received a free Switch 2 update. That's the tell.
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give 'Kirby & The Forgotten Land + Star-Crossed World'?
Canadian here too; and yes, the pricing is absolutely insane. 115$CAD, are you kidding me?
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - Harvest Moon (SNES)
"Sir, do you really want to replace the funny characters of original art with some random picture of a dude on a farm?"
"Yes; do that"
"But Sir, you do understand we're trying to sell this game to kids, right? Are you sure this is a good idea?"
"I was selling Atari to your father, young man; I know what I'm doing. But do put a cow front and center."
Re: Borderlands 4 Post-Launch Roadmap Outlines The "First Few Months"
Someone should take bets on when that game is going to go 50% off.
Re: Video: 13 Exciting New Games Coming To Switch 1 & 2 In September 2025
Please stop; I yield. My backlog is already overloaded for the coming years. I will allow Silksong and Metroid Prime 4; please delay the rest into 2026 or 2027.
Re: Talking Point: Would Drag x Drive Be Better With Miis Or Non-Mouse Control Options?
This should've been a ARMS or Switch Sports Switch 2 Edition. Would've solved all of it.
Re: Reminder: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds 'Open Network Test' For Switch Is Now Live
@Suketoudara Audio wasnt great but that intro video song 1000% makes up for it. =D
Re: 66 Switch 1 & 2 Games You Should Check Out In The eShop 'Blockbuster Sale' (North America)
@SoIDecidedTo And all-time low. Picked it up as well along with Mario + Rabbids 2. Will also prolly pull the trigger on Prince of Persia and No Man's Sky, but I'm trying to keep my backlog under control.. XD
Re: Reminder: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds 'Open Network Test' For Switch Is Now Live
Played on Switch 2 docked; so being a Switch 1 game, presentation is "up to" 1080p30; yuk.
Ground physics felt both sloppy and stiff; way off. Air travel was better. Items were lackluster at best. On the bright side, the portals à la Ratchet & Clank was pretty cool and seems like it could be more enjoyable than MKW connecting/highway paths.
Also, the story and upgrade systems should provide a lot more depth.
Hopefully they will have a Switch 2 demo at launch.
Re: My Nintendo Store Restocks Exclusive Kirby Reward (North America)
@KevinP I can understand the resentment; it's just funny to see someone jump on a post like this to express it.
The physical rewards available in North America really kinda are garbage grade; especially compared to what it used to be. Used my physical copy of Bananza as an opportunity to get free shipping on the Mario Tote Bag and the DK Bananza Napkin; pretty weak stuff.
Re: Another Switch Game Just Got A Free Switch 2 Upgrade - Includes Higher Frame Rate, Enhanced Resolution And More
@Yydeckard I'm old too. I totally remember games like FF3 and Secret of Mana going for 99$CAD+taxes back in 1993-4. So yeah; Bananza going for 99$CAD from 2025 kinda bites but is hardly the end of the world.
Re: Another Switch Game Just Got A Free Switch 2 Upgrade - Includes Higher Frame Rate, Enhanced Resolution And More
@AussieMcBucket Really tells a lot about the kind of compromises that were being made for Switch 1 port, doesnt it? Shiny new Switch 2 uplift now gets the "standard" quality assets, and it can run at "up to" 1080p30 docked. What a time to be alive. =S
Re: ICYMI: Nintendo Reminds Us Switch Game Vouchers Won't Be Sold After January 2026
Nintendo: thought 2025 was expensive? I got 2026 news for ya.
Re: Video: Bandai Namco Shows Off Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO's Switch 2 Motion Controls
Motion controls? Oh hell no.
Re: CD Projekt Reveals 75% Of Cyberpunk 2077 Switch 2 Sales Were Physical In Opening Month
Maybe it's just me, but digital purchases just make it too easy to lose track of your backlog. I'm too lazy to swap cartridges all the time; when I pop one of these suckers in, I don't swap until I see the credits roll.
That's why my copy of Final Fantasy Collection is still under wrap..; I feel a bit intimidated.. XD
Re: My Nintendo Store Adds An Exclusive Kirby Reward (North America)
@MyMemory So much hate triggered by a simple bag
Re: My Nintendo Store Adds An Exclusive Kirby Reward (North America)
@YunoboCo Was thinking the same. Then I got my hands on the Donkey Kong Napkin - Rally Towel, sorry - and realized bags were not so bad after all. XD
Re: Poll: When The Heck Is Metroid Prime 4 Actually Launching?
Best time would be right now. As an adult of more than 25 yo with no children, I cannot bring myself to even consider buying a Kirby or Pokémon game.
Re: Square Enix Confirms Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Runs At A "Stable" 30fps On Switch 2
@jsty3105 Hey; if you want a more expensive lesser version, have at it, mate. I'm not trying to spoil your fun; just saying that money could be put to better use. How many Switch 2 ports do you currently own? I thought they were universally shunned.
Re: Square Enix Confirms Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Runs At A "Stable" 30fps On Switch 2
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Re: Poll: Ahead Of Silksong's Release, Are You 'Finally' Playing Hollow Knight?
Why the heck is this not on sale right now?
Re: Rumour: A Nintendo Direct Is Reportedly Coming Ahead Of Mario's 40th Anniversary
You can bet it will be Mario focused. Mario Wonder is getting a NS2 edition or they would have already updated it like the others; so think Mario Wonder + Wario Sorrow or something. And I fully expect a 120hz mode. Plans for MKW should be unveiled. Likely also Mario All-Star 2 featuring MG2, 3D Land and whatever else they can scrape.