I remember an old nonogram game for Neo Geo that had a little boy anime character, a little girl anime character and a gorilla that burst into tears and cried out that it wanted to be a beautiful woman.
I have no idea what it was all about - the ROM was Japanese, so I couldn't read the text. But It was so memorable and full of personality. It was mad and risky.
I was excited for this after Nintendolife’s review.
I cannot believe this scored above a 5. It’s a miserable experience. Even if there’s an ok racer in there somewhere I could not be bothered to find it. Utterly horrible.
After some consideration I went with the Binbok controller. Waiting for it to be delivered and hoping it works as well as some reviews say. The Split pad pro has too many missing features for my liking.
I get why some people would not think this is worth it, which I think is the norm for all special editions. Most of the stuff included is tat, and the cards are a bit crap imo.
But the art book is glorious. Far better than expected. It was the reason I got it and I think it's fantastic! But I collect artbooks, especially those focussed on concept and development art. I just wish there was text explaining the images properly.
Some puzzles get repetitive? Its not a long game, but I got very bored before the end and gave up. The dialogue is mildly witty, but I really never got the hype for this game.
@KateGray I'm so jealous that you got to hear it live. I tried to plan an international trip to coincide with a performance (I'm in South Africa), but couldn't manage it.
Just hearing the music in the trailer hit me in the feels, can't wait to play this again.
@Noid My best guess would be that they prioritised Mario, for obvious reasons, but are leaving themselves an option to add content later based on other properties.
While everyone goes wah wha wha about freedom of expression and hand wringing about what the world is coming to, This basically amounts to the devs going, " Oh crap! thats not what we meant to say at all!"
Creatives need feedback, just like anyone else. When you find out that you did not achieve your intention, you fix it. So the outcome will be closer to what they intended, based on user feedback.
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Re: Beekeeping Game APICO Waggle-Dances Its Way Into A Summer Switch Release
"If the bee disappears from the surface of the Earth, man would have no more than four years left to live." - Einstein
Re: Reggie Thought Metroid: Other M Would Be A 'Defining Moment' For The Franchise
Other M is fantastic. I'd love an HD rerelease.
Re: 85 Must-Have Games You Should Pick Up In The Switch eShop Sale (Europe)
Recommending anything with only 10% off is foolish.
Also Narita Boy is on sale. Get it!
Re: Random: Here's Why Nintendo Doesn’t Want You Using The Word "Nintendo" To Describe Video Games
They must have been incredibly relieved when they lost the frustrating market dominance that would cause consumers to think like this!
Re: PICROSS S GENESIS & Master System Edition Sees Its First Ever Discount (US and Europe)
I remember an old nonogram game for Neo Geo that had a little boy anime character, a little girl anime character and a gorilla that burst into tears and cried out that it wanted to be a beautiful woman.
I have no idea what it was all about - the ROM was Japanese, so I couldn't read the text. But It was so memorable and full of personality. It was mad and risky.
All of these Picross games strike me as so bland.
Re: Who Needs Switch Pro? New Dongle Promises To "Instantly Upgrade Switch To 4K"
The only thing I want from a Switch pro is faster load times
Re: Toaplan's Coin-Op Classic 'Snow Bros.' Is Coming To Switch This May
not the Toaplan I was looking for.
bring on the shmups!
Re: Square Enix Details Current Issues And Future Of New Switch Racer Chocobo GP
I was excited for this after Nintendolife’s review.
I cannot believe this scored above a 5. It’s a miserable experience. Even if there’s an ok racer in there somewhere I could not be bothered to find it. Utterly horrible.
Re: Random: MercurySteam's Metroid Dread Game Award Finally Arrives At Its Office
And to all those people we didn’t credit, this award is also yours. Enjoy!
Re: AM2R Creator Isn't A Fan Of Metroid Dread's E.M.M.I. Encounters
I agree. While I began to dread the EMMI encounters, I don’t think it was the dread they were going for.
But the EMMIs were nothing compared to the ‘oh jeez, not you again’ encounters of the Chozo.
The game was at its best when it stopped interrupting itself.
Re: Square Enix Admits Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy "Undershot" Initial Sales Expectations
Damn shame. It’s my favorite game of the last year.
Re: Hardware: With One Change, These Hori Pokémon Controllers Would Be Perfect For Arceus
The Binbok controller is fantastic, and has gyro. Get that instead.
Re: Hori Is Releasing A Pokémon Legends: Arceus Split Pad Pro For Nintendo Switch
After some consideration I went with the Binbok controller. Waiting for it to be delivered and hoping it works as well as some reviews say. The Split pad pro has too many missing features for my liking.
Re: Step Aside, Switch Pro - The Orion Upswitch Wants To Turn Your Switch Into A Handheld TV
Slap an epilepsy warning on that video right now.
Re: Here Are The Top Ten Best-Selling Nintendo Switch Games As Of September 2021
Best selling Switch game is a Wii U game.
Re: Random: This Girl's Mother Makes The Absolute Best Metroid Halloween Cosplay
It looks great and fits the shape of an actual human without dislocating the arms!
Re: Random: Forget Dread, It's All About Metroid: Other M On Twitter Right Now
Other M is daring, and that always provokes a variety of reactions.
Personally I loved it. I’d instabuy a hd rerelease.
Re: Metroid Dread Sparks Improved Sales For Past Games In The Series
I would absolutely eat up a HD rerelease of Other M.
Re: Gallery: Feast Your Eyes On Metroid Dread's Special Edition
I get why some people would not think this is worth it, which I think is the norm for all special editions. Most of the stuff included is tat, and the cards are a bit crap imo.
But the art book is glorious. Far better than expected. It was the reason I got it and I think it's fantastic! But I collect artbooks, especially those focussed on concept and development art. I just wish there was text explaining the images properly.
Re: Review: Sonic Colors Ultimate - The Best 3D Sonic Game Gets A Respectable Remaster
I preferred Lost World. Less repetitive, less sugar rush.
Re: The D&D Roguelike Game Curious Expedition 2 Is Out Now On Switch
It’s as if the animators have never seen or experienced walking before.
Re: Random: We've Been Wrong About This Streets Of Rage Special Move For Almost 30 Years
Its obviously 'Grand Papa' in honor of the man who trained Axl. Obviously.
Re: Random: Pokémon Fans Are Making Themed Xbox Design Lab Controllers
Part of me is glad that this is not available in South Africa. I would spend so much money otherwise.
Re: Mini Review: Alba: A Wildlife Adventure - A Relaxing, Off-Rails Pokémon Snap-Alike
I'm so glad this is good. Very happy about the short length. Seems a great game to be able to play with your kids.
Re: Rumour: Get That Salt Ready, Apple Is Reportedly Working On A Nintendo Switch-Style Hybrid Console
Honestly, it would be shocking if Apple wasn't looking at this constantly. A tech company that big will have R+D going on in all sorts of directions.
Re: Poll: New Pokémon Snap Is Out Today On Switch, Are You Getting It?
I would love to, but it’s much to expensive.
Re: Video: Beautiful Ghibli-Esque Platformer Hoa Gets A 7-Minute Gameplay Trailer
Each animation looks like it will charming once.
Re: First 4 Figures Reveals Metroid "Samus Helmet" Statue
I don't get it. Whats the point if you can't wear it?
Re: Minute Of Islands, The Adventure Time-Like Adventure Game, Gets Delayed
Does not remind me of Adventure Time, not understanding the comparison at all.
[edit: it looks really interesting though]
Re: Review: Thomas Was Alone - An Ageing Indie Hit That Still Has Something To Say
Some puzzles get repetitive? Its not a long game, but I got very bored before the end and gave up. The dialogue is mildly witty, but I really never got the hype for this game.
Re: Soapbox: Zelda: Skyward Sword Is Good, Actually
@KateGray I'm so jealous that you got to hear it live. I tried to plan an international trip to coincide with a performance (I'm in South Africa), but couldn't manage it.
Just hearing the music in the trailer hit me in the feels, can't wait to play this again.
Re: Preview: Ghosts 'n Goblins: Resurrection Is Going To Hurt You, A Lot
Like a lot of Capcom games it’s launching at a price that seems designed to settle at 50% off as standard.
Re: Soapbox: Zelda: Skyward Sword Is Good, Actually
I absolutely love Skyward Sword. But I cannot believe you didn’t mention the EPIC soundtrack!
Re: Review: Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury - A Superb Mario Adventure With A Bowser Bonus
It's my absolute favourite non-kart Mario game. Glad to hear all that about Bowser's Fury. Happy to stick with the Wonderful Wii U version.
Re: Mario Kart 8 Overtakes Mario Kart Wii As Best-Selling Series Entry
Nintendo uses Double dip! It's super effective!
Re: Review: Cyber Shadow - A Blisteringly Brilliant Action Platformer
how is 10 hours too short for a game like this? I would personally prefer it to be sub 5hours.
Re: A 'Pro' Switch With More Power Might Not Even Be Fully Utilised, Says Industry Veteran
On the flip side, the thing I like most about the PS5 is the speed. Faster load times alone would be worth the upgrade for me.
Re: How Much Faster Is Super Mario 3D World On Switch Compared To The Wii U Original? This Much
I’d rather stick with the original creative vision.
Re: Yes, Bowser's Fury Really Is Its Own Standalone Mode In Super Mario 3D World On Switch
They could even sell it as a separate game, so that Wii U dans don’t have to pay full price to get a sliver of content.
Re: Super Mario 3D World Trailer Shows Off Two Minutes Of Bowser's Fury Gameplay
Aah more content for my favorite and most played Wii U game. But I'll never see it, because I'm not paying for it again on Switch.
Re: The Wonderful 101: Remastered Gets A New Wonder Code, Here's Every Code Released So Far
I think its appalling that this content is not pushed to Wii U for those of us that supported the game at the start.
Re: Super Nintendo World Will Open February 2021, New Images And Mario Kart Ride Detailed
@Noid My best guess would be that they prioritised Mario, for obvious reasons, but are leaving themselves an option to add content later based on other properties.
Re: Aussie Gamers Are Locked Out Of Switch's Cloud-Based Future, It Seems
Not South Africa either.
Re: Neo Geo Shmup Andro Dunos Is Getting A Switch-Based Sequel
Might not be on the top of your list, but the original is one of my favorite Neo Geo shooters. Super excited for this!
Re: Nintendo Download: 17th September (Europe)
I would like to know more about why Space Elite Force looks so very much like Steredenn.
Like a more pixelated version, including the bosses. Is there a relationship between the games?
Re: Puma Looks Ready To Pounce On Super Mario's 35th Anniversary With Some Nintendo-Branded Sneakers
I love them but they're really more Sonic, which is weird.
Re: Thunder Lotus Apologises For Ableist Storyline In Spiritfarer, Pledges To "Correct The Mistake"
While everyone goes wah wha wha about freedom of expression and hand wringing about what the world is coming to, This basically amounts to the devs going, " Oh crap! thats not what we meant to say at all!"
Creatives need feedback, just like anyone else. When you find out that you did not achieve your intention, you fix it. So the outcome will be closer to what they intended, based on user feedback.
Re: Spiritfarer Was Thunder Lotus' "Most Ambitious Launch" Ever, And There's More Work To Be Done
@Provanities Thanks for the reply, that makes me much more interested.
Re: Review: Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles Remastered Edition - A Weak RPG Enlivened By Nostalgia
Never played this, but I would.love Crystal Bearers to make a comeback. I know this is not realistic, but I think it's massively underrated.
Re: Spiritfarer Was Thunder Lotus' "Most Ambitious Launch" Ever, And There's More Work To Be Done
@ricklongo Thanks! thats great info