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@Mgalens Oh okay after reading through your comment again I get it now

Yes ever since that Don Mattrick fiasco everyone's on their toes whenever they hear something's "locked" behind an internet connection. And tbh that was really a concerning moment since the console would be calling home every now and then, so in a way I truly get how people are feeling now since I also owned an Xbox One. Sucks that memory is getting mixed up with a day one update.

@Mgalens I certainly get why people are upset don't get me wrong. But imo there are more pressing issues that anger could be directed at. At the end of the day, there could be tons of reasons why a device would require a day 1 update. It could be time constraints and they couldn't push updated firmware before they left the factory, or them just using the update as a deterrent for people breaking street dates. If I were to rank every single Switch 2 pre-launch "controversy" this certainly takes the bottom.

Most games launch after a system launch, so it makes sense to ensure some of those games function properly so a system update is needed prior to a game launch, no? It's the same with PC graphic drivers. Both AMD and Nvidia often release a major driver update before a popular game launch date. It could be the same here and Nintendo might just be gathering the necessary data for a more stable firmware at launch. Mario Kart World could have gotten updates after Switch 2 units left the factory. There are cases where Nintendo released system updates for games that sometimes normal game patches would not suffice. It's even possible that Mario Kart World will include the system update on the cart which they also did in the past. If the first concerns were Switch 1 games not playable on the new system, it makes sense because why would you use a feature that's "in-progress" pre-launch seeing that they're still working on their compatibility list.

A non-issue for me in this day and age. And some people are overreacting and thinking this is an online-only console. This is not an Xbox. You switch it on, update it, done. This isn't some major issue like with emulation and game-key cards and stuff. If a process as small as a day one system update ticks you off then don't buy it. I'm also gifting this to my nephew and yes it is my responsibility that it's updated and could actually play games right away before I give it to him.

A more practical way to do day one system updates imo.

If only I could find a physical copy. It's sold out everywhere!

Tbf being the largest multimedia franchise in the world comes with the largest and most toxic community in the world as well. Joining Pokemon discussions is like stepping into a field of land mines.

MK8D is so stable we ridin' horses next

He should have stopped at "not my call".

I'm excited to see how Ultra Quality looks like in person! But will mostly likely switch back to Quality mode just for the 60fps. I guess the choice of using 8K shadowmaps is for supersampling on both handheld and TV mode to achieve more detail. In my opinion it's kind of unnecessary especially on a small 1080p screen but hey at least we have options! Personally I would prefer them focus on screen space reflections rather than shadows. Awesome nonetheless!

I can't wait to pour hundreds of hours to this like I did with RMX 😆

Fukuoka was a lovely place. I'd like to go back when I get the chance.

@Misima Trust me if I could fight it I would. But if our options weren't limited some things should have changed by now. But unfortunately here we are.

@Misima I get you, but imo ultimately it comes down to cost. Nintendo could stomach the added markup of silicon cards but we can't expect 3rd parties especially indies to do so as well. Right now there is no low-cost option to use unless we could find ways to use discs as a medium again and restart the conversation. I get it but I don't see physical media being in the forefront of anyone's priorities anymore unlike the old days.

Games are already expensive as it is I don't want them adding a 10 dollar tax just because they used an expensive silicon cartridge.

Here's the thing. As games get bigger and bigger something like this was bound to happen. And honestly, even physical games today can't be played anymore without a day one update (and some are humongously large). So while I won't be supporting game-key cards but instead just opt for the full digital download, 3rd parties will either just put their stuff on the eShop or give us a code in a box, or outright give us a physical game unplayable without a day 1 update. Game-key cards are proven to be a good middle ground, in my opinion.

That said I'm still a physical game buyer. So as much as possible I'd still buy physical games. Partly because of storage economy and I like boxes on my shelf. But if digital is the only option then so be it.

Having actual VAs in a teaser might indicate this has been in production for a while. Considering Too Kyo's financial situation they might be biting more than they could chew.

I'm might get this just for pure arcade nostalgia. I still prefer controller over fight stick/pad though when actually playing but it's fun to pull 2 of these out when a friend is over.

I have the first 8bitdo stick and I honestly prefer that over this new one.

@Bobb @MoldyPasta
The Kyoto office was set up to be close to NCL HQ and act as a support studio to assist in Nintendo's own games so I don't think a Xenoblade game or original IP is in the cards. Though their Tokyo studio was hiring earlier this month so still something to get excited about.

They also have a another support studio in Tokyo (assists both NCL and the main Tokyo branch) so 3 studios in total.

LRG went downhill years ago. Unless they're the only option for a game I would want physically, it's a big nope from me.

Still waiting for a new Dead or Alive 7.

In other news:
Oh an Anti-Matter comment! grabs popcorn

Continue Astral Chain at Clovers and we're good. 👍

Good thing Astral Chain isn't "chained" to PlatinumGames. That studio is a sinking ship! My hope is Nintendo gives Clovers a chance with the series especially Kamiya was technically a supervisor for the game.

Ever since AI became a thing people these days use it as a weapon for accusations. Despicable.

@Duncanballs There's an ignore button if that helps. I'm guessing a lot already did.

@Unit_DTH I don't mind really mind them tbh. It's just that I don't really sell any of my games so if I'm gonna get one I might as well just get the full digital download. What I meant is I need to plan ahead and maybe get an express SD card since so far there are a few games already I plan to get that'll fill up the internal storage fast including Wild Hearts.

Personally I just feel this new format is pointless unless you feel the need to lend or resell the carts.

Hyped but I still need to finish the first one. Very underrated franchise!

It's not EA or the fact it's a boxed release with a piece of paper in it that I'm worried about. It's the look and performance (and file size) of it. Hands-on previews of the game on Switch 2 wasn't reassuring in the slightest! I may as well get it on another platform.

A lot of other services do the same tbh it's nothing new. Still, people have the right to be concerned due to privacy and whatnot but as long as users behave and Nintendo has legitimate reasons to collect these data then I see this as a non-issue, especially if you're using it for what it's actually intended for.

Basically if you want to opt out then don't use the service and just use Discord (but!) or something. If you use it then you opted in and made your choice. One thing to note though is Discord and MS Teams (to name a few) could also record your voice and video chats/calls. So if you're a Discord user and disappointed with this news then you better read your favorite chat apps' privacy policies as well if you haven't already.

@Unit_DTH Just realized this is a game-key card release. Well that puts a damper in my plans. But let's see though. The game might still be fun enough for me to consider getting it but it'll be the full digital release since game-key cards for me are utterly pointless.

@Unit_DTH Based on reviews I think it's a good game all things considered though I haven't played it yet. I'm pretty open-minded about these hunting-type games so I think I'll enjoy Wild Hearts for what it is and won't compare it to MH 1 to 1. I guess having already played games like Soul Sacrifice, God Eater, Toukiden, etc. helped me get a good grasp on what to expect from anything other than Capcom's offerings. I'm sure I'll find it interesting. The only problem is will it have a steady online player base.

@BenAV Agreed. I very much liked their products but they absolutely dropped the ball. Their continued Kickstarter successes must've gone to their heads big time. I mean who in Bowser's name would reveal a mockup of an allegedly leaked console before the actual reveal. Not to mention them saying they got their hands on a real one then backtracking hard when legal eyes were on them.

@Jeronan To be fair, I had a few that became faulty after a few months and they offered replacements for free. I get what you're saying man but chill. As far as I'm concerned they deserved what's coming their way but you need to check again. They have clear black and white privacy and refund/warranty policies on their website, not to mention an email you use to contact them, which I have done in the past.

A bit unrelated but Genki was actually the first to find out why 3rd party docks back then were bricking Switches and they even did a full write-up on Reddit and they did a video on it (hence the Convert Dock, the first 3rd party dock that actually works). They proven they do quality stuff but what you're ranting about I think is more about how they present themselves as a company than what is actually being discussed here. What did anyone expect from a company that started out doing Kickstarter projects? Again, they deserved to be sued after the crazy stunt they pulled but let's go back to the topic at hand, not their management of websites and the assembly lines.

I wanted to buy the game but it's always out of stock everywhere. And yes, I want it physically.

As long as it's off EA's hands then as a big MonHun fan, sure I'll give this one a go. At least until a new Monster Hunter comes out on Switch 2. I played a lot of Toukiden back in the Vita days so hopefully there's some of that in Wild Hearts.

@Medic_alert Well to be fair you can't really physically fit a full disk on a handheld, yes? It's really either the costly option or a full digital platform ala Steam Deck, Rog Ally, etc.

As much as I loathe game-key cards, it's the only middle ground to incentivize 3rd parties to bring their games "physically" over the Switch 2; via the cheaper, smaller sized cards. At least that's what I think. Having said that, I still believe 3rd parties, particularly the big ones (Sega...cough cough Capcom...cough cough Square...), are just cheapening out and being lazy. They could have easily ate the cost of the bigger-sized cards.

At the end of the day, you can't really blame either party. But of course a large portion of the community still want to push the blame to someone. Nobody wins.

As far as JP pubs are concerned, I just hope Bandai Namco would stick to having their games on-cart since they have a pretty good relationship with the Big N all these years. Ubisoft and EA on the other hand, I wouldn't be surprised if they only offer game-key cards on day 1 until the end of time.

A shame really. I loved their previous offerings but now its greed over common sense. I'm surprised this didn't happen sooner!

While I'm excited to play this (officially) again after all these years, I'm more excited for Fast Fusion, currently.

I think there was a game that made the Joy-Cons rumble as loud as it can get which was later patched. It can get quite annoying at times so I turn it off in select games. But at least they're saying the feedback is much better and more nuanced compared to last gen.

I'm keeping my day 1 and OLED Switch for now at least until we get a solid backwards compatibility list from them. I wouldn't want to trade-in/sell my Switch 1s and then find out some of my purchased games won't work or at least won't be in a stable state on the new system.

"The developer and publisher is planning to support the Switch 2..." is an overstatement.

Just imagine how stable a Switch 2 could be. Mind-blowing!

@SearchingS @Edu23XWiiU The moment I saw that I immediately thought about Red Steel/Red Steel 2 on Wii from Ubisoft. That game was so incredible and satisfying when it came to gameplay and motion controls. IMO the only game that properly made use of the Wii Motion+ accessory. I'm still hoping one day they make Red Steel 3.

Just a Pro Controller, case, and screen protector. I'm still thinking whether I should get a grip for it but for now I think these will work.

I'm very much interested in the Q&A portion of the magazine. Hopefully we get an official translation soon.

Anyone buying this as a "collectors" item is delusional. But hey since it has a digital Steam (PC) version it's okay if Switch 2 kinda does it too right? /s

Management of any brick and mortar store almost always forces downstream to upsell and reach unrealistic quotas. I don't think this will get resolved any time soon unless someone upstairs make changes.

Staff lady: "I can't wait to go home and finally finish BotW. Good thing there are no spoilers in these demos."
Ikaboze: beats the game
Staff lady: "Why you little...!"
😂

@cosmograph Yeah I'm not entirely opposed to digital (I still won't switch fully) since there are games that I want to be on the ready any time. SF6 or fighting games in general doesn't eat large amounts of your time and I enjoy playing them on short bus/train rides. The thing I'm worried about is the 50+GB file size, it's crazy.

@cosmograph I'm excited for SF6 and pre-ordered with the console but I might have to cancel it since I was late knowing it would be a game-key card. I might as well just download the game straight-up. I don't sell any my games anyway.

@HammerKirby The Switch 2 "improvements" goes without saying but yeah If I'm a physical guy I'm better off going with the Switch 1 version and hope Switch 2 could run it better. But IMO they could have gotten it to at least 1440p on Switch 2.

I'm beginning to think Atlus should have just went with a Switch 1 port and not even bother with Switch 2. I mean, they're practically identical minus the fps! A bit of a lazy port if you ask me. And not to mention the Switch 1 version has the full game in the card (I think). Maybe Sega just being cheap as usual, I dunno.

Pe-ordered the game with the hardware. I loved SF4 so this would be my first Street Fighter in a while.