@Audiogore0733 you should definitely start with REmake of 1 … this is a franchise that benefits from storytelling. So you’ll enjoy knowing how everything came up to be.
I recommend 1,0,2,3,Code Veronica ,4,Revelations 1, Revelations 2, 5,6,7,8,9
One of the best games of a generation. Already 100%'d it on release for Switch and WiiU. Not triple dipping and spending 200 hours again.
But if a game deserves an upgrade ... its this one.
I think it will be a success. Saw many people talking about the demo in social media. And seems it really is a well made, fun and unique game. Add to it that it will release on all platforms, even a great Switch 2 version.
It will be successful and pretty sure a new franchise for Capcom.
@Cia Wind Waker nothing at stake? What about “the world you live in is a lie and it’s the result of an apocalyptic event where there were green lands instead of being on the verge of disappearing thanks to a great flood conjured by gods”?
Isnttrying to find new lands for people to live in and recover what was once lost, while trying to fulfill your destiny where the previous one failed” not stakes enough? Add to it that your family was kidnapped and there’s a murderous semi god trying to obtain a weapon of, let’s say, mass destruction while waking vessels of ancient warriors and royalty?
It’s more interesting tbh than BotWs “hey, you died and here’s this empty land now with the spirits of people you once knew…. Go out, kill something, touch grass, remember what happened, but in disorder, making no narrative sense at all”
TotK’s story was a spoilery narrative mess through and through. I’ll never understand why they would tie each segment of the story to a specific place, resulting in a mess of a story, instead of telling it how it’s supposed to be. 80% of the time you’re wondering what the hell is happening and spoiling yourself of things that haven’t even happened.
I think they still have time to tweak them. I remember some amiibos looked rough during their reveals but they upgraded them for final release.... at least on Nintendo's side. Just remember how Marth look in the first amiibo batch from Smash
So lets hope they can improve their faces because who doesn't want Resident Evil amiibo?
@FullMetalWesker I wasn't chomping your head. I actually took it as a genuine, sincere question. My answer wasn't personal or anything, it was in a general sense.
What I don't agree with the open world philosophy is that, yeah, sure it works with NEW games and franchises.
But trying to transform something that has an established formula into open world is, for me, the most asinine form of creativity. They all just start to look and play the same.
I mean, I play Metroid for a different gameplay experience than Ghost of Tsushima for example. I played Zelda for a different gameplay experience than, lets say Horizons.
But when every game starts to transform into the same thing... then its the end of creativity.
Metroid is supposed to be a Metroidvania experience through and through, not something else I can find on other franchises.
Just like Resident Evil or Zelda, they are something unique (IMO not the latest Zeldas... I have any other open world game or Minecraft for that)
This is why MP4 didn't connect with the stablished fanbase. Metroid is meant to be the whole opposite of an open world game.... and I know Nintendo and Retro knew ... that's why they didn't have that much faith in the game to begin with (the development reset and the lack of marketing).
They admitted in a developer interview that they were just trend hunting because they started to cater to some fans on the internet that wanted an "Open world Metroid" after the succes of BotW.
Again, not trying to be rude with you man, just having a sincere discussion
@rvcolem1 ok, but I mean, its not that they are bogging down more powerful games because they want them on the Switch 1 too. The heavier games go exclusively to Switch 2.... also, the console doesn't even have a year yet. Usually the transition between consoles lasts for quite a few years.... just look at the PS4-PS5.
It takes a bit of time to build a user base big enough to commit just to a single console.
@FullMetalWesker Im curious as to why people think going “open world” is an evolution?
Open worlds by default let you go where you want to go, no restraints.
The Metroid formula has always been to be able to access new areas whenever you obtain new abilities, there is a progression design in place in maze like environments with interconnected areas. It’s the heart of the Metroidvania subgenre (and Zelda by extension)
If you disappear that just because you go trend hunting (open worlds), then it’s not the same genre anymore. And for a series that actually defined the genre (it’s in the name) … you just can’t destroy what makes Metroid Metroid.
Open world is NOT an evolution, it’s just a genre destroyer.
Why does everyone want every single game to go open world? There wouldn’t be any variety any more ….. and it’s starting to show.
Theres so much open world slop that is getting quite boring.
Metroid Prime 4 failed miserably (design-wise) and Capcom corrected ship too with Requiem (which I applaud) when they saw this open world trend hunting wouldnt work for the Resident Evil formula at all.
@PtM He is right…. There were some articles stating that they couldn’t do their vision from scratch because they were handled a started project.
Hopefully Retro Studios learns from these mistakes and plan their own vision to get this series back on its feet.
@twilite9 hopefully Nintendo has few inputs on the next one. Most of its mistakes reek of Nintendo… specially the “open world” because “every fan was asking for an open world Metroid”
Who in their right mind would listen to those “fans” when THAT is the complete antithesis of what Metroid actually is?
Even if it’s not that great of a Metroid game, everyone should be glad it sold fairly well. Nobody wants the series to go into obscurity like Star Fox, F-Zero or Advance Wars….
However hopefully Nintendo doesn’t takes this as people liking their “open world” shenanigans
Take your time Monolith …. I cannot handle another 100+ hours RPG right now…. I’m still going with Persona 3 and have the FF7 remake with prequel still in queue.
Lol I was blocked for praising Wonderful 101 during the WiiU era … so it’s not like “when gamers step out of line” but rather “people who don’t speak Japanese”.
Ok, tbh it looks better than the first previews.
This is an iconic moment in Zelda so I may buy it in the end.
Next should be Majoras Clock Tower with the moon hovering … about to crash and the fight between Link and Skull Kid at the top
Im glad I have the Virtual Boy emulator in my 3DS in all its 3D glory because Nintendo forcing you to buy the peripheral to play these games is asinine
Damn, why are the latest official licensed Legos so ugly? I can find better and more creative MOCs out there. The Deku tree was ugly as hell.
Having said that…. It’s tempting to have such an iconic moment from the second best Zelda game…. Next I hope they make a set of the best Zelda…. A Majora’s Mask one that’s prettier.
Im glad you could enjoy the game!! These are some things that we don’t consider at the moment but are really important to people. Thanks for this article
@Rykdrew thanks, that’s what I’ve read. But in your opinion, is the effort and time essential to get a grip for a post “main story”?
Does it add anything essential to the story? Or will I just waste 10-20 hours of my life of something that isnt worth it?
@Serpenterror its not that. I'll speak for @Joeynator3000, but as an Advance Wars fan ... I do find quite simplistic the weakness triangle that FE uses. Its soooo basic that it grows quite dull sometimes.
In contrast, Advance Wars is like playing chess. Its waaay more strategic than FE.
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Re: Marvel Maximum Collection Revives Six Classic Superhero Titles On Switch
I’ll never understand how someone could come up with the worst videogame name ever.
SEPARATION ANXIETY!!?
How do you even come up with that? 🤣
Re: Resident Evil Requiem 'Creator's Voice' Video Dives Into The Switch 2 Release
Why would anyone buy a horror game if they are not able to play it alone?
The whole purpose of a horror game is to be scared.
Re: Mini Review: Resident Evil Village Gold Edition (Switch 2) - A Solid First-Person Follow Up
@Audiogore0733 you should definitely start with REmake of 1 … this is a franchise that benefits from storytelling. So you’ll enjoy knowing how everything came up to be.
I recommend 1,0,2,3,Code Veronica ,4,Revelations 1, Revelations 2, 5,6,7,8,9
Re: Mini Review: Resident Evil Village Gold Edition (Switch 2) - A Solid First-Person Follow Up
I prefer 8 over 7 .... but both are awesome games.
Re: Poll: Will You Be Getting Pokémon FireRed Or LeafGreen On Switch?
I'm gonna get BOTH...... for my hacked Switch of course.
Re: Pokémon FireRed And LeafGreen Officially Revealed For Switch
Give me more reasons to hack my OG Swtich Nintendo 😉
Re: Hands On: Xenoblade Chronicles X & Mira Are Even More Magnificent On Switch 2
One of the best games of a generation. Already 100%'d it on release for Switch and WiiU. Not triple dipping and spending 200 hours again.
But if a game deserves an upgrade ... its this one.
Re: Forget The Talking Flower, This Is The Cutest Upcoming Mario Toy
The voice feels so un-Yoshi that it puts me off completely. It’s devoid of any of its charm.
Re: Capcom's New IP Is Off To A Promising Start As Demo Hits One Million "Combined Downloads"
I think it will be a success. Saw many people talking about the demo in social media. And seems it really is a well made, fun and unique game. Add to it that it will release on all platforms, even a great Switch 2 version.
It will be successful and pretty sure a new franchise for Capcom.
Re: Talking Point: Age Of Imprisonment Could Inspire Next Zelda Game, Say Devs, But What Does That Mean?
@Cia Wind Waker nothing at stake? What about “the world you live in is a lie and it’s the result of an apocalyptic event where there were green lands instead of being on the verge of disappearing thanks to a great flood conjured by gods”?
Isnttrying to find new lands for people to live in and recover what was once lost, while trying to fulfill your destiny where the previous one failed” not stakes enough? Add to it that your family was kidnapped and there’s a murderous semi god trying to obtain a weapon of, let’s say, mass destruction while waking vessels of ancient warriors and royalty?
It’s more interesting tbh than BotWs “hey, you died and here’s this empty land now with the spirits of people you once knew…. Go out, kill something, touch grass, remember what happened, but in disorder, making no narrative sense at all”
TotK’s story was a spoilery narrative mess through and through. I’ll never understand why they would tie each segment of the story to a specific place, resulting in a mess of a story, instead of telling it how it’s supposed to be. 80% of the time you’re wondering what the hell is happening and spoiling yourself of things that haven’t even happened.
Re: Talking Point: Age Of Imprisonment Could Inspire Next Zelda Game, Say Devs, But What Does That Mean?
That’s it … I’m done with modern Zelda
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl: Duel - Super Bomberman 2 (SNES)
Bomberman 64 will forever be a beacon of light in N64 multiplayer sessions.
Re: Nintendo Showcases Every Switch And Switch 2 Partner Direct Game In New Infographic
I guess we will never get Sea of Thieves on Switch 🥺😭
Re: Metroid Prime 4's "Combined Sales" Have Surpassed One Million, Nintendo Confirms
@Bolt_Strike thank you, that was a very thought out reply that I 100% agree with
@gaymer90 …. Exactly what he already said
Re: Resident Evil Requiem's Amiibo Get The Spotlight In A New Switch 2 Trailer
I think they still have time to tweak them. I remember some amiibos looked rough during their reveals but they upgraded them for final release.... at least on Nintendo's side. Just remember how Marth look in the first amiibo batch from Smash
So lets hope they can improve their faces because who doesn't want Resident Evil amiibo?
https://www.reddit.com/media?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpreview.redd.it%2Ffun-amiibo-history-time-when-the-first-wave-of-smash-amiibo-v0-33mbql1pu5lc1.jpeg%3Fwidth%3D640%26crop%3Dsmart%26auto%3Dwebp%26s%3D1513e4c9d681412cbd82eb9c147b0709dd867f52
Re: Metroid Prime 4's "Combined Sales" Have Surpassed One Million, Nintendo Confirms
@FullMetalWesker I wasn't chomping your head. I actually took it as a genuine, sincere question. My answer wasn't personal or anything, it was in a general sense.
What I don't agree with the open world philosophy is that, yeah, sure it works with NEW games and franchises.
But trying to transform something that has an established formula into open world is, for me, the most asinine form of creativity. They all just start to look and play the same.
I mean, I play Metroid for a different gameplay experience than Ghost of Tsushima for example. I played Zelda for a different gameplay experience than, lets say Horizons.
But when every game starts to transform into the same thing... then its the end of creativity.
Metroid is supposed to be a Metroidvania experience through and through, not something else I can find on other franchises.
Just like Resident Evil or Zelda, they are something unique (IMO not the latest Zeldas... I have any other open world game or Minecraft for that)
This is why MP4 didn't connect with the stablished fanbase. Metroid is meant to be the whole opposite of an open world game.... and I know Nintendo and Retro knew ... that's why they didn't have that much faith in the game to begin with (the development reset and the lack of marketing).
They admitted in a developer interview that they were just trend hunting because they started to cater to some fans on the internet that wanted an "Open world Metroid" after the succes of BotW.
Again, not trying to be rude with you man, just having a sincere discussion
Re: Super Bomberman Collection Gets A Surprise Shadow Drop On Switch 2
@rvcolem1 ok, but I mean, its not that they are bogging down more powerful games because they want them on the Switch 1 too. The heavier games go exclusively to Switch 2.... also, the console doesn't even have a year yet. Usually the transition between consoles lasts for quite a few years.... just look at the PS4-PS5.
It takes a bit of time to build a user base big enough to commit just to a single console.
Re: Super Bomberman Collection Gets A Surprise Shadow Drop On Switch 2
@rvcolem1 why wouldn't they release this in the Switch too? If its capable then there's more audience to buy these kind of games.
Re: Super Bomberman Collection Gets A Surprise Shadow Drop On Switch 2
@Oram77 one of the best multiplayer games of all time
Re: Metroid Prime 4's "Combined Sales" Have Surpassed One Million, Nintendo Confirms
@FullMetalWesker Im curious as to why people think going “open world” is an evolution?
Open worlds by default let you go where you want to go, no restraints.
The Metroid formula has always been to be able to access new areas whenever you obtain new abilities, there is a progression design in place in maze like environments with interconnected areas. It’s the heart of the Metroidvania subgenre (and Zelda by extension)
If you disappear that just because you go trend hunting (open worlds), then it’s not the same genre anymore. And for a series that actually defined the genre (it’s in the name) … you just can’t destroy what makes Metroid Metroid.
Open world is NOT an evolution, it’s just a genre destroyer.
Why does everyone want every single game to go open world? There wouldn’t be any variety any more ….. and it’s starting to show.
Theres so much open world slop that is getting quite boring.
Metroid Prime 4 failed miserably (design-wise) and Capcom corrected ship too with Requiem (which I applaud) when they saw this open world trend hunting wouldnt work for the Resident Evil formula at all.
Re: Metroid Prime 4's "Combined Sales" Have Surpassed One Million, Nintendo Confirms
@Arkham24601 sometimes archaic save systems add to the gameplay … ie Resident Evil
I’d rather have these save points than the game saving at each corner. It makes a game over screen useless
Re: Metroid Prime 4's "Combined Sales" Have Surpassed One Million, Nintendo Confirms
@PtM He is right…. There were some articles stating that they couldn’t do their vision from scratch because they were handled a started project.
Hopefully Retro Studios learns from these mistakes and plan their own vision to get this series back on its feet.
@twilite9 hopefully Nintendo has few inputs on the next one. Most of its mistakes reek of Nintendo… specially the “open world” because “every fan was asking for an open world Metroid”
Who in their right mind would listen to those “fans” when THAT is the complete antithesis of what Metroid actually is?
Re: Metroid Prime 4's "Combined Sales" Have Surpassed One Million, Nintendo Confirms
Even if it’s not that great of a Metroid game, everyone should be glad it sold fairly well. Nobody wants the series to go into obscurity like Star Fox, F-Zero or Advance Wars….
However hopefully Nintendo doesn’t takes this as people liking their “open world” shenanigans
Re: Preview: So Far, Super Mario Bros. Wonder On Switch 2 Isn't Making A Great Case For Itself
The base game was a pretty MEH experience IMHO. Wasted potential and concept.
Re: Rumour: Xenoblade Chronicles Voice Actor Might Have Leaked Evidence Of A New Release
Take your time Monolith …. I cannot handle another 100+ hours RPG right now…. I’m still going with Persona 3 and have the FF7 remake with prequel still in queue.
I’d never say no to a Xenoblade X-2 though ….
Re: Metroid Prime 4 & Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment Sales Get Off To A Slow Start
Because one is a bad sequel and the other is a repetitive sequel
Re: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Director Hopes To Share Switch 2 Update In "Very Near Future"
Just deliver the game… I’ll buy it…. I mostly don’t care about FPS and resolutions as long as the game is great.
I hope it’s soon so I can play all three FF7 canon games back to back preparing for the final entry.
Re: Hideki Kamiya's Block-Happy, Take-No-Crappery Is "Super Reassuring", Says Yoko Taro
Lol I was blocked for praising Wonderful 101 during the WiiU era … so it’s not like “when gamers step out of line” but rather “people who don’t speak Japanese”.
Re: Video: Get A Closer Look At LEGO's New Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Set In This First Review
Ok, tbh it looks better than the first previews.
This is an iconic moment in Zelda so I may buy it in the end.
Next should be Majoras Clock Tower with the moon hovering … about to crash and the fight between Link and Skull Kid at the top
Re: Feature: 11 Of The Strangest Game Over Screens On Nintendo Consoles
Lol... this reminds me of that video of Jon Tron with the Lion King bootleg game over screens where Simba hangs himself.
https://youtu.be/0ghGWWfzq-o?si=x92PE-A8shWaqmmE&t=271
Re: Switch Online's Virtual Boy Adding New Feature To Change Screen Colour "Later This Year"
Lol the 3DS VB emulator does this with filters. Come on Nintendo 🤣 you’re being ridiculous AND greedy with this VC
Re: Anniversary: 'The Last Story' Helped The Wii Go Out On A Real-Time High 15 Years Ago
I never understood why Operation Rainfall never included the other amazing Monolith gem: Disaster Day of Crisis for release in NA
Re: Nintendo Announces Launch Line-Up For Switch Online Virtual Boy
Im glad I have the Virtual Boy emulator in my 3DS in all its 3D glory because Nintendo forcing you to buy the peripheral to play these games is asinine
Re: Rumour: Switch Online GameCube Releases Might Have Been Leaked
Both games are unnecessary. MP2 is probably getting a remaster and Pikmin 2 is already available on Switch.
Re: Rumour: A Nintendo Direct May Be Coming As Soon As Next Week
@datamonkey I think now they will have to wait until the stink of the 4th settles a bit this time ... :/
Re: Super Mario Galaxy Movie's New Trailer Shares A "First Look" At Yoshi
That Yoshi voice is just WRONG!!!
Re: Best Final Fantasy Games, Ranked - Switch 2 And Nintendo Systems
FF VI in the top spots certainly brings faith back to me in this community. You sirs have shown good taste.
Re: Nintendo Producer Kensuke Tanabe Has Seemingly Confirmed His Retirement
Yikes…. I’d do one more to try to leave on a high note
Re: Armature Studio, Founded By Metroid Prime Devs, Has Been Shut Down
If only they could go back to Retro to put Metroid Prime in the right path again ….
Re: Zelda's Next Lego Set Might Have Been Leaked, Here's A Look
Damn, why are the latest official licensed Legos so ugly? I can find better and more creative MOCs out there. The Deku tree was ugly as hell.
Having said that…. It’s tempting to have such an iconic moment from the second best Zelda game…. Next I hope they make a set of the best Zelda…. A Majora’s Mask one that’s prettier.
Re: Zombies Return In Resident Evil Requiem, But Now They're More Terrifying Than Ever
Hardcore it is .... LONG LIVE RIBBONS .... Down with autosave!
Re: Hazelight Founder Josef Fares On EA: "Let's Be Honest, There's Not A Publisher In The World That Hasn't F****d Up"
Dude.... just don't let your studio go to the EA Cemetery..
I guess all the, now defunct, studios said the same thing as you at one point...
Re: Pokémon Lego Sets Are Already Being Sold On eBay For Stupid Money
Give it 4 months and it will be at 1/4 the price on certain Chinese apps.
What a waste of money to pay sums like that.
Re: Opinion: The Nintendo Console Nobody Wanted To Review Returns Soon, And I'm Here For It, Again
@AllBLK well.... they are in all their 3D glory if you hack your 3DS
Re: Opinion: Metroid Prime 4 Does This One Thing Better Than Any Other Nintendo Game
Im glad you could enjoy the game!! These are some things that we don’t consider at the moment but are really important to people.
Thanks for this article
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (10th January)
@Rykdrew thanks, that’s what I’ve read. But in your opinion, is the effort and time essential to get a grip for a post “main story”?
Does it add anything essential to the story? Or will I just waste 10-20 hours of my life of something that isnt worth it?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (10th January)
@Rykdrew Do you recommend the DLC?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (10th January)
30 hours in Persona 3 Reload …. a bit tired of Tartarus and the same five locations… so I’m hoping the story picks up soon.
Re: Pokémon Developer Game Freak To Reveal More About 'Beast Of Reincarnation' Later This Month
Imagine if they put that effort, time and budget to a Pokemon game 🙄
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch 2's GameCube Library With Another Game
@Serpenterror its not that. I'll speak for @Joeynator3000, but as an Advance Wars fan ... I do find quite simplistic the weakness triangle that FE uses. Its soooo basic that it grows quite dull sometimes.
In contrast, Advance Wars is like playing chess. Its waaay more strategic than FE.