This was my game of the Summer. I tried to put it in the back of my mind and wait for a sale, but ended up downloading it a couple days after release. It's basic for sure. Not as layered as HADES. But, man, as a TMNT fan, I could not get enough. Every time I pick it up I have to do a run with each of the boys. I was just wishing that it had more playable characters and DLC. MY BODY IS READY!!!!
I LOVE THIS GAME!!!! Another amazing Treasure developed high-octane shooter with some great control and a varied move set. This and FF ORIGINS had a permanent place in my GBA SP at the time. Sadly, all were stolen when someone broke one of the back door windows of my car. Still one of my saddest losses as this game sells for a pretty-penny now on the aftermarket. Oh, and NA FTW cover-wise!
This is a really tricky situation. I mean, traditionally, Nintendo hardware has had price-cuts throughout their respective life cycles. This did not happen with the Switch. Just now are we seeing retailer deals for the Lite at around $160.00 USD here in the States. Nintendo MAY drop the original Switch to $250.00 with the OLED at $300.00. However, this will not stop the Switch 2 from launching at $400.00 USD. I can't see a $500.00 USD price-point. I feel like it will prohibit people from upgrading and may persuade them to buy a Steam Deck instead. $400.00 USD seems like the sweet spot.
Of course rocking the Splatoon 3 Tetris 99 event. However, stumbled across the GORI: CUDDLY CARNAGE demo and I'm hooked. Have already ran through the demo several times and rocked the arena mode; and this was all last night and this morning. The resolution is in the toilet in order to secure a fairly smooth framerate, but it's the over-the-top combat and hover- board-locomotion system that makes it a joy to play. I am sure it will get a 5 or 6 in reviews, but I'm really loving it. Need to see of PS5 has a demo.
@Scoopz I would rather have a game that worked on 2 systems than 1. Like with many of my PS4 games. They run on my PS5 as if I was playing on a PS4 PRO. MP4 for Switch 1 and then upgraded performance if I drop it in my new system.
@Scoopz I know what a cross-gen release means. I bought TP at the Wii launch and BotW at the Switch launch. What I was saying was that I hope they DON'T do that. I want them to just release it on Switch 1 and through backwards compatibility you can play it on Switch 2, but to have a patch on the Switch 2 that increases framerate and resolution.
@Scoopz The footage shown looked to be Switch1 for sure. I am still holding out hope that the S2 will be backwards compatible with 90% of the S1 catalog so games will run better on S2 with a patch. I will not buy a 60fps BotW or TotK and I think most S1 owners are in the same boat. If that is not the case, then MP4 will definitely be a cross-platform release. However, Metroid is not Zelda in the sense that it will do large numbers or convince people to jump to a new console right away. A new Mario would definitely do that.
We are probably looking at a January/February reveal with a Spring launch. I am thinking a new 3D Mario will be the launch title as that will really bring back the nostalgia feels of having a new Mario on Day One. This leaves MP4 releasing around March as the last big Switch 1 title.
The first CAPCOM VS. SNK is next for me after the MARVEL collection. I want these all on hard copy for my Switch. Capcom is doing pretty awesome lately; really hitting the fans where they need it. Konami's collections have been decent, now we just need more new stuff!
Ah, yes, the Flipper (I believe GPU)! The beginning of a great relationship with AMD and in my mind the project that put them on the map. The texture compression in that thing was light years ahead and was able to stream and unpack data super fast off the mini-DVDs.
Throw in Factor 5's audio compression and the GCN was a marvel. In many ways it was more powerful than the PS2 and a match for the XBOX. Nintendo really came out swinging with that system.
I've been playing SPLINTERED FATE pretty much non-stop since it launched. Such a great love-letter to TMNT fans. I wish there was a greater variety in environments, but I see DLC in this game's fututre.
I was just about to sign up too. No joke. I've missed getting a gaming mag in the mail. I will see if I can go snag the last issue from GameStop this weekend.
@Game_Boi Yep. At that point it would be a monthly digital subscription service. Luckily, we have Nintendo who are probably at least one or two life cycles away from that nightmare of a future.
Going into this, I really thought I would be voting N64 or GBA (honestly, my favorite Big N format are the GCN DVDs). But I voted for the 3DS. I love the look, size, and weight. They are all still safe and pretty in my case. Much more substantial than the OG DS and Switch formats.
@WaveBoy Completely agree. While TOXIC CRUSADERS looks like a decent update of the NES/GENESIS title, G.I. JOE looks like a crappy web-based game. So sad. MMPR looks fantastic!
I was literally watching a Genesis/Mega Drive "Best Of" compilation yesterday and snickered when this popped up. Thought to myself "So when are Aero and Boogerman coming to Switch??". Guess I know part of the answer now. :/ Now 7-UP needs to get off their butts and give me COOL SPOT!!!
I really want this game, but $30.00 USD seems a little steep for a game originally developed for mobile. That being said, there are many mobile games that have surprised me and that I have purchased on Switch. Might just have to take the plunge as this looks like the perfect Summer game ( I LOVE BEING A TURRRRTLLE!!!!).
The family wants Switch Sports, but with the WiiU NEVER leaving my living room TV and a gaggle of Wiimotes.... Not sure I see the point. TBH, though, I WAS actually waiting for Basketball, lol, as it was my favorite addition to RESORT.
SOLAR JETMAN and COBRA TRIANGLE are legit additions. With all the Rare love lately, I'm thinking we may get DK64 this Christmas for the 25th anniversary. Maybe some DIDDY KONG RACING???
Club Nintendo was great and even leading into the WiiU/3DS era rewards were fantastic. I remember getting the Hanafunda cards and the giant 3DS '?' card. Later, I was able to redeem points for DK: TF and Warioware on WiiU. The current loyalty program is a shadow of what used to be offered.
@LadyCharlie I was thinking the same thing. Servers allowing, say, 60 to a 100 drivers all dodging eachother and fighting over fares. The map better be huge, but if done right I'm down. Hopefully the original will be included as an unlockable.
I think about this a lot. I feel like any more PS4/5 era titles should wait for S2. I am pretty surprised we have not received FALLOUT 3 / NEW VEGAS by this point. I would love if Ubisoft brought PoP 2008 over. EA would have cleaned up with BAD COMPANY 1/2, MIRROR'S EDGE, and DEAD SPACE. Konami could have easily brought over LORDS OF SHADOW 1 & 2 as well. As for KIRBY'S EPIC YARN.... Wait for S2 so we can have it in glorious 4K/60; those graphics deserve it.
This was also my number one announcement. It's been so hard to get these officially!!! I never thought it would happen. This is a pre-order physical for me; easily.
I only voted for CONKER. TBH, the six games I am wanting now on the N64 service is this, BODY HARVEST, TETRISPHERE, DIDDY KONG RACING, DK 64, and ROGUE SQUADRON. I mean, sure, I would take NO MERCY, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE, CASTLEVANIA 64, and WETRIX as well (the latter two being most likely). But, with them already having WINBACK, PERFECT DARK, GOLDENEYE, and BLAST CORPS on there it's already pretty slammin'!
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Re: It's Official, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate Is Getting DLC
This was my game of the Summer. I tried to put it in the back of my mind and wait for a sale, but ended up downloading it a couple days after release. It's basic for sure. Not as layered as HADES. But, man, as a TMNT fan, I could not get enough. Every time I pick it up I have to do a run with each of the boys. I was just wishing that it had more playable characters and DLC. MY BODY IS READY!!!!
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl: Duel - Astro Boy: Omega Factor
I LOVE THIS GAME!!!! Another amazing Treasure developed high-octane shooter with some great control and a varied move set. This and FF ORIGINS had a permanent place in my GBA SP at the time. Sadly, all were stolen when someone broke one of the back door windows of my car. Still one of my saddest losses as this game sells for a pretty-penny now on the aftermarket. Oh, and NA FTW cover-wise!
Re: Talking Point: Would $499 Be Too Much For 'Switch 2'?
I could see $500.00 USD if Mario Odyssey 2 is bundled with it. Classic NES/SUPER NES style.
Re: Talking Point: Would $499 Be Too Much For 'Switch 2'?
This is a really tricky situation. I mean, traditionally, Nintendo hardware has had price-cuts throughout their respective life cycles. This did not happen with the Switch. Just now are we seeing retailer deals for the Lite at around $160.00 USD here in the States. Nintendo MAY drop the original Switch to $250.00 with the OLED at $300.00. However, this will not stop the Switch 2 from launching at $400.00 USD. I can't see a $500.00 USD price-point. I feel like it will prohibit people from upgrading and may persuade them to buy a Steam Deck instead. $400.00 USD seems like the sweet spot.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (17th August)
Of course rocking the Splatoon 3 Tetris 99 event. However, stumbled across the GORI: CUDDLY CARNAGE demo and I'm hooked. Have already ran through the demo several times and rocked the arena mode; and this was all last night and this morning. The resolution is in the toilet in order to secure a fairly smooth framerate, but it's the over-the-top combat and hover- board-locomotion system that makes it a joy to play. I am sure it will get a 5 or 6 in reviews, but I'm really loving it. Need to see of PS5 has a demo.
Re: Video: Marvel vs. Capcom: Fighting Collection 'Marvel Super Heroes' Trailer
I just want a solid release date. I have already put in a request with my locally owned game store. Bring it on!!!!!
Re: Rumour: Game Developers Supposedly Told Not To Expect Switch "Successor" In Current Financial Year
@Scoopz
I would rather have a game that worked on 2 systems than 1. Like with many of my PS4 games. They run on my PS5 as if I was playing on a PS4 PRO. MP4 for Switch 1 and then upgraded performance if I drop it in my new system.
Re: Rumour: Game Developers Supposedly Told Not To Expect Switch "Successor" In Current Financial Year
@Scoopz
I know what a cross-gen release means. I bought TP at the Wii launch and BotW at the Switch launch. What I was saying was that I hope they DON'T do that. I want them to just release it on Switch 1 and through backwards compatibility you can play it on Switch 2, but to have a patch on the Switch 2 that increases framerate and resolution.
Re: Rumour: Game Developers Supposedly Told Not To Expect Switch "Successor" In Current Financial Year
@Scoopz
The footage shown looked to be Switch1 for sure. I am still holding out hope that the S2 will be backwards compatible with 90% of the S1 catalog so games will run better on S2 with a patch. I will not buy a 60fps BotW or TotK and I think most S1 owners are in the same boat. If that is not the case, then MP4 will definitely be a cross-platform release. However, Metroid is not Zelda in the sense that it will do large numbers or convince people to jump to a new console right away. A new Mario would definitely do that.
Re: Rumour: Game Developers Supposedly Told Not To Expect Switch "Successor" In Current Financial Year
We are probably looking at a January/February reveal with a Spring launch. I am thinking a new 3D Mario will be the launch title as that will really bring back the nostalgia feels of having a new Mario on Day One. This leaves MP4 releasing around March as the last big Switch 1 title.
Re: Capcom Wants To Revive All Of Its Legacy Fighting Games On Modern Platforms
The first CAPCOM VS. SNK is next for me after the MARVEL collection. I want these all on hard copy for my Switch. Capcom is doing pretty awesome lately; really hitting the fans where they need it. Konami's collections have been decent, now we just need more new stuff!
Re: Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Physical Edition Getting Wide Retail Release
PlayAsia had me covered.
Re: Rare 'Nintendo Dolphin' GameCube Prototype Re-emerges On Social Media
Ah, yes, the Flipper (I believe GPU)! The beginning of a great relationship with AMD and in my mind the project that put them on the map. The texture compression in that thing was light years ahead and was able to stream and unpack data super fast off the mini-DVDs.
Throw in Factor 5's audio compression and the GCN was a marvel. In many ways it was more powerful than the PS2 and a match for the XBOX. Nintendo really came out swinging with that system.
Re: Feature: The Next Splatfest May Decide Splatoon 4's Future, So We Make A Case For Every Team
Callie and Marie For Life!!!
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl: Mega Man Zero 3
I don't no why they didn't just use the Japanese art across all regions.
Re: Feature: Nintendo Life eShop Selects & Readers' Choice (July 2024)
I've been playing SPLINTERED FATE pretty much non-stop since it launched. Such a great love-letter to TMNT fans. I wish there was a greater variety in environments, but I see DLC in this game's fututre.
Re: Iconic Publication Game Informer Is Closing Down After 33 Years
I was just about to sign up too. No joke. I've missed getting a gaming mag in the mail. I will see if I can go snag the last issue from GameStop this weekend.
Re: Even More Aero The Acro-Bat Games Are Heading To Switch This Year
I just want COOL SPOT.
Re: Poll: Which Is Your Favourite Nintendo Game Cartridge Design?
@Game_Boi
Yep. At that point it would be a monthly digital subscription service. Luckily, we have Nintendo who are probably at least one or two life cycles away from that nightmare of a future.
Re: Poll: Which Is Your Favourite Nintendo Game Cartridge Design?
@-wc-
WiiUs BluRays are sooo sexy! #SmoothToTheTouch
Re: Poll: Which Is Your Favourite Nintendo Game Cartridge Design?
Going into this, I really thought I would be voting N64 or GBA (honestly, my favorite Big N format are the GCN DVDs). But I voted for the 3DS. I love the look, size, and weight. They are all still safe and pretty in my case. Much more substantial than the OG DS and Switch formats.
Re: Metal Slug Meets Symphony Of The Night In 'Guns Of Fury', Launching 2024
Looks wonderful. Hope it co.es out soon!!!
Re: Poll: Are You Ready To Move On From The Switch?
I have over 600 games on the Switch. If the new system is not backwards compatible then I will probably not purchase one at launch.
Re: Nintendo Expands 'Controller Button Collection' In Japan With SNES, N64 & GameCube Keychains
I NEED ALL OF THESE.
Re: Reminder: SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos Is Now Available For Switch
I like the original CAPCOM VS. SNK, better. Played for hundreds of hours on Dreamcast. It was in constant rotation with MVC2, SC. and CRAZY TAXI.
Re: Stardew Valley Creator Pledges To Never Charge Money For DLC Or Updates
This makes me want to go buy a copy right now.
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl: Duel - Gargoyle's Quest II: The Demon Darkness
Come on Japan! No pupils FTW!!!!
Re: Review: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate (Switch) - Hades In A Half-Shell
@dojmin
There is one! NINJA TURTLES for the 3DS was a Diablo-style take. It was a tie-in for the first Michael Bay produced movie.
https://youtu.be/_CvAfltqVdo?si=sN8_9bJe-93122Wi
Re: 'The Karate Kid: Street Rumble' Chops Its Way Onto Switch In September
@Andee
"Okay... Ali with an 'i'." ; )
Re: 'The Karate Kid: Street Rumble' Chops Its Way Onto Switch In September
@Andee
That's how I originally typed it, but then I second guessed myself. Thanks for the confirmation!
Re: 'The Karate Kid: Street Rumble' Chops Its Way Onto Switch In September
@WaveBoy
HE-MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Re: 'The Karate Kid: Street Rumble' Chops Its Way Onto Switch In September
@WaveBoy
Completely agree. While TOXIC CRUSADERS looks like a decent update of the NES/GENESIS title, G.I. JOE looks like a crappy web-based game. So sad. MMPR looks fantastic!
Re: 'The Karate Kid: Street Rumble' Chops Its Way Onto Switch In September
Being able to play as Ally in her gym class outfit and Mr. Miyagi has guaranteed a (sale) purchase from me.
Re: Obscure '90s Mascot Platformer 'Aero The Acro-Bat' Makes Surprise Return
I was literally watching a Genesis/Mega Drive "Best Of" compilation yesterday and snickered when this popped up. Thought to myself "So when are Aero and Boogerman coming to Switch??". Guess I know part of the answer now. :/ Now 7-UP needs to get off their butts and give me COOL SPOT!!!
Re: It's Official, Roguelike 'TMNT: Splintered Fate' Will Feature 4-Player Couch Co-Op
I really want this game, but $30.00 USD seems a little steep for a game originally developed for mobile. That being said, there are many mobile games that have surprised me and that I have purchased on Switch. Might just have to take the plunge as this looks like the perfect Summer game ( I LOVE BEING A TURRRRTLLE!!!!).
Re: Feature: Nintendo Switch Sports Basketball - A Slam Dunk Or A Missed Shot?
The family wants Switch Sports, but with the WiiU NEVER leaving my living room TV and a gaggle of Wiimotes.... Not sure I see the point. TBH, though, I WAS actually waiting for Basketball, lol, as it was my favorite addition to RESORT.
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's NES Library With Seven More Games
SOLAR JETMAN and COBRA TRIANGLE are legit additions. With all the Rare love lately, I'm thinking we may get DK64 this Christmas for the 25th anniversary. Maybe some DIDDY KONG RACING???
Re: An Unofficial 'Club Nintendo' Anthology Is Hitting Kickstarter Next Month
Club Nintendo was great and even leading into the WiiU/3DS era rewards were fantastic. I remember getting the Hanafunda cards and the giant 3DS '?' card. Later, I was able to redeem points for DK: TF and Warioware on WiiU. The current loyalty program is a shadow of what used to be offered.
Re: Sega's Crazy Taxi Reboot Is Described As A 'Massively Multiplayer Driving Game'
@LadyCharlie
I was thinking the same thing. Servers allowing, say, 60 to a 100 drivers all dodging eachother and fighting over fares. The map better be huge, but if done right I'm down. Hopefully the original will be included as an unlockable.
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - DK: King Of Swing
They are all kind of "meh." Went with NA as it was the one I was most likely to grab off the shelf and look at the back to find out more.
Re: House Of The Dead 2: Remake Gets Rated For Switch By The ESRB
@AtlanteanMan
I'm a big fan of CRISIS VRIGADE. Downloaded it through SideQuest.
Re: Feature: 54 Switch Ports We'd Love To See Before The Generation's Out
I think about this a lot. I feel like any more PS4/5 era titles should wait for S2. I am pretty surprised we have not received FALLOUT 3 / NEW VEGAS by this point. I would love if Ubisoft brought PoP 2008 over. EA would have cleaned up with BAD COMPANY 1/2, MIRROR'S EDGE, and DEAD SPACE. Konami could have easily brought over LORDS OF SHADOW 1 & 2 as well. As for KIRBY'S EPIC YARN.... Wait for S2 so we can have it in glorious 4K/60; those graphics deserve it.
Re: Mortal Kombat 1's Next DLC Fighters Possibly Revealed In New Datamine
CONAN!?!?!? FREAKIN' CO-NAN!!!!!?????? WHY ARE YOU FORCING ME TO BUY THIS?????
Re: Aspyr Is Bringing Another Classic Star Wars Game To Switch This August
Okay, okay, okay. Now we just need ROGUE SQUADRON... But by Nightdive.... ; )
Re: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Costs $60 On Switch
$50.00 USD at most. I just don't understand Nintendo price gouging for this title.
Re: Random: Coder Creates Super Mario 64 For The GBA, And It's Looking Excellent
This is what a video game by Salvidor Dhali would look like....
Re: Random: Fan-Made Controller Plays Super Monkey Ball With An Actual Ball
Thank you for making this day that much more magical. I would love to give this a go! Simply brilliant!!
Re: Soapbox: Marvel Vs. Capcom Was The Unsung Hero Of The June Nintendo Direct
This was also my number one announcement. It's been so hard to get these officially!!! I never thought it would happen. This is a pre-order physical for me; easily.
Re: Feature: 9 'Mature' Games We'd Love To See On Nintendo Switch Online's New N64 App
I only voted for CONKER. TBH, the six games I am wanting now on the N64 service is this, BODY HARVEST, TETRISPHERE, DIDDY KONG RACING, DK 64, and ROGUE SQUADRON. I mean, sure, I would take NO MERCY, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE, CASTLEVANIA 64, and WETRIX as well (the latter two being most likely). But, with them already having WINBACK, PERFECT DARK, GOLDENEYE, and BLAST CORPS on there it's already pretty slammin'!
Re: Yes, The Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection Is Getting A Physical Release
@LikelySatan
The roster, backgrounds, and music are all better!