I think it mostly comes down to whether the transfer speed and size limit of the current games cards is considered acceptable. If they can't get what they need out of the existing design, they may have to break compatibility to get what they need.
I'm very split. I very much wanted a new 2d mario with a new art style, but something about that trailer didn't feel good to me. I look forward to giving it a try to see what it is like.
I picked up a digital copy of Mario Kart. Been wanting to for a while so that I don't have to change cards to play it. With the DLC coming and the sale, seemed like a perfect time.
The fact that Nvidia is working on a new chip isn't surprising, but it doesn't really tell us anything about the release window of the system. It could be any time in the next five years.
Being named on the poster is normally part of contract negotiations. I would guess it was something that was never offered. Great that they added them, though. If their characters are on the poster, it seems their names should be too.
I'm tempted to pick it up, but I need to know more first. Is the original music in place? Does it require a download for physical? How it the performance overall?
I've tried to play it three times (1st time my Wii memory corrupted, again when I got my Wii back, and then again on Wii U) and it never clicked with me. I might try it again with button controls, and see how it goes.
A new art style for 2d Mario is something I've wanted to see for a while, and a Super Mario Land remake would be a good opportunity to experiment with that.
I'll pick up Hero and Terry when he is available, but I think that's it for me as far as amiibo go, unless one of the new characters gets my attention.
Edit: I'd totally pick up a Bonk if he is one of the new Smash characters.
The difference here is that the game card slot doesn't add much space/cost to the system unlike the optical drives on the other systems. Nintendo wouldn't gain much by removing it to release a "digital edition".
I had this turned on at one point, but had to turn it off because it stopped accepting the codes. I was never able to turn it back on, but finally got it working again yesterday. I had two unknown logins on my account, but no purchases.
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Re: No Switch 2 "Upgrade Path" For Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined Planned
I was ready to order the collectors edition until I saw it is a key card.
Re: Dragon Quest VII Gets Reimagined For Switch And Switch 2 In Early 2026
Maybe I'll actually finish it this time. Third times the charm, right?
Re: Switch 2 GameCube Controller 'Early Purchase' Goes Live Next Week (North America)
Good to know. I pulled up the page last week, and thought I had missed the window.
Re: Nintendo Switch "Successor" Announcement Is Coming "This Fiscal Year"
I wonder how much announcing the announcement will impact holiday sales.
Re: Soapbox: With Switch Online, It's The Perfect Time To Bring Back These Wii U Gems
I'm honestly surprised they haven't done a NES Remix port for Switch. That and a Pushmo compilation seem like easy wins to me.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Like To See More Streaming Media Apps On 'Switch 2'?
I don't need it, but I can see why other people may want it.
Re: UK Charts: Mario Wonder Soars As WarioWare Lands With A Whimper
I love the Warioware series, but I had no interest in Move It.
Re: Pac-Man Returns In... Another Battle Royale Game?
That announcer is too excited.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Buy A Digital-Only 'Switch 2'?
I had to send in both my Wii and Wii U for corrupted mmc flash, so I'm not inclined to want digital only.
Re: Soapbox: 'Switch 2' Doesn't Really Need Backwards Compatibility
I think it mostly comes down to whether the transfer speed and size limit of the current games cards is considered acceptable. If they can't get what they need out of the existing design, they may have to break compatibility to get what they need.
Re: Mario Vs. Donkey Kong Brings Some Platform Puzzling To Switch Next February
I hope they add some new levels or something. I've already played through this several times.
Re: Star Trek: The Next Generation Boldly Bounces Into Pinball FX's New Table DLC
Not a fan of the music in that video. Hope that doesn't play during the game.
Re: Soapbox: Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom's Thunderous Callback To The Great Sky Island Is Perfect
I was convinced that the game would end with the creation of Skyloft and make the timeline cyclical.
Re: Super Mario Bros. Wonder, A Brand New 2D Mario Game, Is Coming To Switch
I'm very split. I very much wanted a new 2d mario with a new art style, but something about that trailer didn't feel good to me. I look forward to giving it a try to see what it is like.
Re: You'll Be Able To Play Pokémon Mini On The Analogue Pocket Soon
Still waiting. I'm in the Q4 group.
Re: 3DS System Update 11.16.0-49 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
I just updated mine today...
Re: Talking Point: What Was Your First Mario Kart Game?
Seeing these responses makes me realize how old I am. Now get off my lawn.
Re: Random: Rare's Unreleased Game Boy Rival Is A True Handheld Marvel
Seeing this brings back vague memories of seeing it in a magazine back in the day.
Re: Poll: What's The Best Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Game?
Turtles in Time is the best. Is it even a question?
Re: Everything Announced In The Latest Splatoon 3 Trailer - New Weapons, Photo Mode, And 3-Player Turf Wars
The three-way turf war sounds interesting, but I wasn't very excited by anything else.
Re: Reggie Thought Game Boy Micro Was "A Nonstarter" But Was "Forced" To Launch It
I love my micro, but I have to agree with him that by the time it launched, it was kind of pointless.
Re: Galaga Sequel 'Gaplus' Is The Next Arcade Archives Game On Switch
I played this in an arcade as a kid. When I told people that I played a version of Galaga where you could capture the enemies, nobody believed me.
Re: Poll: Do You Own This Rare Twilight Princess Box?
Kind of looks like a store placeholder art for preorders or something.
Re: Review: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 1 - A 'Safe' Start To The 48-Track DLC Pack
Some of the courses do feel a bit narrow. It doesn't help that I'm very rusty and haven't played in a while. Looking forward to the other packs.
Re: Konami Announces Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection For Switch
I hope the emulation is good. I haven't played Manhattan Project in years. Lost my cartridge a long time ago.
Re: MAR10 Day Sale Now Live On US Switch eShop, Mario Games Discounted
I picked up a digital copy of Mario Kart. Been wanting to for a while so that I don't have to change cards to play it. With the DLC coming and the sale, seemed like a perfect time.
Re: Best Batman Games On Nintendo Systems
I really enjoyed the Brave and the Bold games. They're a tad on the easy side, but they are fun. I think the cartoon is very underrated.
Re: 'Switch Pro' Trends On Social Media After Massive Nvidia Leak Reignites Speculation
The fact that Nvidia is working on a new chip isn't surprising, but it doesn't really tell us anything about the release window of the system. It could be any time in the next five years.
Re: Sonic The Hedgehog 2 Movie Updates Promotional Poster After Fan Feedback
Being named on the poster is normally part of contract negotiations. I would guess it was something that was never offered. Great that they added them, though. If their characters are on the poster, it seems their names should be too.
Re: Random: Disney+ Chip 'n Dale Reboot Features A Cute Nod To The 1990 NES Game
God, that looks terrible.
Re: Nintendo Minute's Kit And Krysta Say Goodbye In Their "Final Episode"
I assume this is a result of the closing of the California office. I believe that is where they were filmed.
Re: 'Gex' The Forgotten '90s Video Game Mascot Might Be Making A Comeback
I loved the original on 3DO back in the day. I hope they do well by the property.
Re: Poll: The Hype For Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy Is High, Is It In Your Switch Plans?
I'm tempted to pick it up, but I need to know more first. Is the original music in place? Does it require a download for physical? How it the performance overall?
Re: Random: Smash Bros. Twitter Encourages Fans To Let Their Imaginations "Run Wild" Before The Final Fighter Reveal
As much as I would like to see someone like Rayman or Bonk, I think the last character should be a Nintendo character.
I think I would go with Paper Mario. I think he could have a fairly unique moveset.
Re: Japanese Charts: Visual Novel 'Tsukihime' Takes Top Spot In Another Strong Week For Switch
I wonder if those Xbox numbers are people importing Japanese Xboxes due to the supply issues?
Re: Review: Ys IX: Monstrum Nox - A Fine Action-RPG With Performance Issues On Switch
I've been enjoying it, but the framerate is rough compared to the PS4 version.
Re: Neo Geo Pocket Color Selection Vol.1 Offers 10 Handheld Classics For Your Switch
Hey, I actually don't already own two of those. Would love to see a physical release for this.
Re: Soapbox: Zelda: Skyward Sword Is Good, Actually
I've tried to play it three times (1st time my Wii memory corrupted, again when I got my Wii back, and then again on Wii U) and it never clicked with me. I might try it again with button controls, and see how it goes.
Re: Best Of 2020: 8 Games That Could Really Benefit From A Modern Remake On Switch
A new art style for 2d Mario is something I've wanted to see for a while, and a Super Mario Land remake would be a good opportunity to experiment with that.
Re: Capcom Hack Reveals Great Ace Attorney Collection And Mysterious New Switch Project "Guillotine"
If they translate the Great Ace Attorney games, I'll be all over that.
Re: Scalpers Are Already Listing The "Limited" Switch Release Super Mario 3D All-Stars
Super Mario All Stars for the Wii was also a limited release, and there were copies of that sitting on the shelves for years.
Re: Guide: Where To Pre-Order Joker And Hero Super Smash Bros. amiibo
I'll pick up Hero and Terry when he is available, but I think that's it for me as far as amiibo go, unless one of the new characters gets my attention.
Edit: I'd totally pick up a Bonk if he is one of the new Smash characters.
Re: Random: The Smash Bros. ARMS Presentation Gave Us A Better Look At Sakurai's Insane Gaming Setup
Curious what is above the Xbox. Is that just a surround sound receiver?
Re: Poll: Should Nintendo Release A Digital-Only Switch?
The difference here is that the game card slot doesn't add much space/cost to the system unlike the optical drives on the other systems. Nintendo wouldn't gain much by removing it to release a "digital edition".
Re: Japanese Charts: Animal Crossing Keeps Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics From Top Spot
I wonder how long the "Animal Crossing keeps X from the top spot" headline will continue to work?
Re: Nintendo Switch Players Advised To Secure Accounts After Numerous Unauthorised Login Reports
I had this turned on at one point, but had to turn it off because it stopped accepting the codes. I was never able to turn it back on, but finally got it working again yesterday.
I had two unknown logins on my account, but no purchases.
Re: Guide: Animal Crossing: New Horizons: Bugs And Fish Leaving Animal Crossing After March - Catch These Critters Before April 1st
Going to have to find a stringfish. Made a lot of money on those in New Leaf.
Re: Super Mario Lego Is A Thing That Is Happening
I guess their contract with mega blocks expired?
Re: Review: Psikyo Shooting Stars Alpha - Great Games Shamed By Horrendous Input Lag
I haven't noticed the lag, but then, I'm not that great at these games, I just have fun playing them.
Re: Random: Xbox Series X? That's Just A Tall GameCube, The Twitter Masses Say
Didn't Nintendo already release a system that was just two Gamecubes taped together?