I'm hoping both models end up being released. I'll be buying a mini for my son, and a Pro for myself. Hopefully both models are compatible with the existing dock, since I already own extra for all the TV's in the house. That would be just super...
Gonna play through Kirby's Adventure on the NES Online, and hopefully finish off the last few levels of Sniper Elite V2. Probably some Mario Kart or Mario Party with the kiddos at some point, too.
@sanderev they compare it to the PS4 version because it's a known benchmark. Yes, they could just show just the Switch version, and comment just in its performance, but the point of the video is to investigate what concessions they made to get the game running on Switch. If you only care that games runs in an acceptable state, that's totally fine. Some people who are interested in the technical side want to see how it was done. It's not pS4 fanboyism, it's informative.
I was really excited when this game was first announced for PS4, but ended up being pretty disappointed with it. Really cool idea, but the execution was lacking, I thought. I won't be buying it again.
I seriously doubt we'll see a new mainline entry come to the Switch alongside the XStation versions, but maybe an exclusive, watered down entry, similar to the one the Vita got. Or, even more likely, a port of an older game. I would not be opposed at all to a collection of some of the first COD games, the WW1 /2 entries...
@ShikabaneHime13 Liberation is on the cart, only the DLC packs are a seperate download (about 3.5 Gig for the DLC, and 1.8gig for the day 1 patch, so it's about 5.3 Gig total install.)
I wonder when the hefty day 1 patch was released and if they had access to it when they started playing for this review. I haven't noticed any of the audio stuttering or frame rate issues they mention.
There hasn't been a good wrestling game since the N64... although it's entirely possible I only feel that way since it was shortly after that time that I felt I had outgrown wrestling. I'd rather see a cartoony wrestling game at this point. No license, use all original characters, with great local multiplayer. The (trying to be) ultra realistic WWE games are lame.
Took a lot of playing, but I got it working on PSVR... Not quite the same setup as using PSVR for "cinema mode" for an external source.
Unplug the HDMI cable that comes from the PS4 into the VR breakout box from the breakout box, leave that slot empty. On the front of the breakout box, the double HDMI cable that plugs into the headset, unplug the right side and plug that into the Switch dock. Run another hmdi cable from the port on the breakout box you just unplugged to the tv. Leave everything else plugged in.
PS4 needs to be turned on to turn on the headset, and it won't output to the tv, but it works in the headset. There's no head tracking, but that makes BotW more playable.
Turn in the VR mode on the switch before you dock it, the screen is garbled in the headset without it in this setup.
I'm torn... I want to buy the VR Labo, but I know I'll only play about 15 minutes of BotW with them and never touch em again...
Edit: put on my Samsung Gear VR headset with no phone inserted, and held the switch up against the open end. Adjust the focus till it's mostly un-blurry, look around a bit... and I've had my fill. It's neat-o.
@Itzdmo "What are the alternatives If the entire game won't fit on Nintendos cartridges?"
That has never been a problem There are NO Switch games that will not fit on the currently available 32GB game cards that Nintendo offers. The issue with games that only have part of the game on the card is that publishers are CHOOSING to put the game on a smaller card to save money. It's Nintendo's fault for allowing the practice, but it is not and has never been a hardware limitation.
I usually opt for physical releases when available, but a game being digital only does not upset me in the slightest. could not care less. That being said, I don't understand the point of selling an empty case. Just avoid all the drama from the drama queens and make the cover available as a printable PDF file and those that want the case on their shelf can print it off and throw it in a case.
There's already a ton of cheap NES clones with screens and tv out capabilities on the market. Other than putting the games legally on cartridges, this doesn't sound new or exciting.
I loved my VB, still drag it out once a year or so to play. I would love to see a couple VB games released on Switch with LaboVR support. Still say it's criminal that no VB games were ever released as Virtual Console games on 3DS.
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Re: Super Mega Baseball 2 Aims For A Home Run On Switch Next Week
Really enjoyed the 1st one on PS4. Glad I've held off on buying RBI. I'll grab this instead..
Re: Nintendo Download: 18th July (North America)
Nothing this week, looking forward to Wolfenstein!
Re: You Can Now Get 90% Off All Atooi Games On Nintendo Switch (North America)
Great games, Mutant Mudds and Xeodrifter in particular. You can't afford not to pick them up at this price.
Re: Guide: Nintendo Switch vs Nintendo Switch Lite: What Are The Differences?
@Jin15 motion controls use the gyro, not IR. The lack of IR will have no effect on motion controls.
Re: Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered Will Be A GameStop Exclusive In The United States
Stupid EB Games. I pre-ordered it, because I had to, but I ain't happy about it...
Re: Nintendo Finally Opens A Second Official Retail Store
Israel? Well that's not very handy...
Re: Switch Mini Rumours Escalate As Spanish Arm Of GAME Lists Accessories
I'm hoping both models end up being released. I'll be buying a mini for my son, and a Pro for myself. Hopefully both models are compatible with the existing dock, since I already own extra for all the TV's in the house. That would be just super...
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 15th)
Gonna play through Kirby's Adventure on the NES Online, and hopefully finish off the last few levels of Sniper Elite V2. Probably some Mario Kart or Mario Party with the kiddos at some point, too.
Re: Video: Here's How The Witcher 3 On Switch Compares To The PS4 Version
@sanderev they compare it to the PS4 version because it's a known benchmark. Yes, they could just show just the Switch version, and comment just in its performance, but the point of the video is to investigate what concessions they made to get the game running on Switch. If you only care that games runs in an acceptable state, that's totally fine. Some people who are interested in the technical side want to see how it was done. It's not pS4 fanboyism, it's informative.
Re: Atooi Collection Keeps The 3DS Alive By Throwing Five Games On One Physical Cart
I already have all these games, but I definitely want this as a collector's item. Hopefully there's a Switch version down the line, too!
Re: DOOM Eternal Unleashes Hell On 22nd November
Can't wait for more DOOM!
Re: Radiation City Brings The Horror Of Chernobyl To Nintendo Switch Next Week
Radiation Island was hot trash. No thanks.
Re: Pokémon Sword And Shield, Zelda: Link's Awakening And More To Be Playable At E3
LM3 and LoZ:LA are the 2 I'm excited for.
Re: Virtua Racing And Wonder Boy: Monster Land Arrive In The West At The End Of June
Nice, definitely getting VR
Re: GameStop's Database Lists More Than 20 Unannounced Switch Titles Ahead Of E3
C'mon NHL20 for Switch. Buy my love, EA....
Re: Review: Among the Sleep: Enhanced Edition - Has Some Growing Up To Do
I was really excited when this game was first announced for PS4, but ended up being pretty disappointed with it. Really cool idea, but the execution was lacking, I thought. I won't be buying it again.
Re: Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered Busts Onto Switch Later This Year
Nice. Really enjoyed this game on PS3. I would have played the PS4 Remaster, but a Switch port is preferable.
Re: Rumour: Switch References In Call Of Duty Site Code Start Chins A-Waggin'
I seriously doubt we'll see a new mainline entry come to the Switch alongside the XStation versions, but maybe an exclusive, watered down entry, similar to the one the Vita got. Or, even more likely, a port of an older game. I would not be opposed at all to a collection of some of the first COD games, the WW1 /2 entries...
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 25th)
AC III, and Sniper Elite V2
Re: Nintendo Download: 23rd May (North America)
With Sniper Elite, Assassin's Creed, RE4, and Sonic Racing in the last week... Don't think I'll need to purchase anything this week.
Re: Review: Assassin's Creed III Remastered - The Franchise Runt Gets A Clunky Switch Port
@ShikabaneHime13 Liberation is on the cart, only the DLC packs are a seperate download (about 3.5 Gig for the DLC, and 1.8gig for the day 1 patch, so it's about 5.3 Gig total install.)
Re: Review: Assassin's Creed III Remastered - The Franchise Runt Gets A Clunky Switch Port
I wonder when the hefty day 1 patch was released and if they had access to it when they started playing for this review. I haven't noticed any of the audio stuttering or frame rate issues they mention.
Re: The Award-Winning Brothers: A Tale Of Two Sons Comes To Switch With Exclusive Co-Op Mode
Not one I'd want to double dip on, but definitely a great game. Highly recommend if you haven't played it.
Re: Resident Evil 4 On Switch Is Missing Something Pretty Major For Nintendo Fans
Meh, no biggie.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 18th)
Tetris99, and Sniper Elite V2... probably some Mario Kart or Mario Part with the kids at some point.
Re: Feature: The Ever-Changing World Of Nintendo Switch Menu Icons
Some people just need to complain...
Re: Talking Point: Why Is It So Hard To Buy A Switch Dock Set?
I bought a 2nd one... Walked into a store and picked it up at MSRP. Had no idea there was a dock shortage....
Re: WWE 2K Dev Not Happy With Recent Games, Will Create New Wrestling IP To Re-Energise Staff
There hasn't been a good wrestling game since the N64... although it's entirely possible I only feel that way since it was shortly after that time that I felt I had outgrown wrestling. I'd rather see a cartoony wrestling game at this point. No license, use all original characters, with great local multiplayer. The (trying to be) ultra realistic WWE games are lame.
Re: Japanese Charts: Nintendo Switch Is Already On The Verge Of Surpassing PS4's Lifetime Sales
@Jokerwolf Oh wow, you predicted the Switch when they all but spelled it out for us?!!
Re: EB Games Canada Listing Suggests Darksiders II Is Making A Comeback
And that's 29.99 in Canadian pesos, so that'll be $20 US....
Re: PEGI Rating Reveals A Mighty Switch Force! Collection Is On The Way
Really enjoyed the two 3ds releases, definitely interested in this
Re: A New Earthworm Jim Is Coming, But There's A Rather Large Catch
Booo.... EWJ is day one on any mainstream system for me. I'm not buying that thing to play it though.
Re: Charles Martinet, Voice Of Mario, Clears Up A Decades-Long Debate
Anyone, including Charles, who says it's anything other than "So long, gay Bowser!" is completely, 100% wrong.
Re: Hands On: Super Mario Odyssey VR - A Non-Essential But Pleasant Return Trip
Took a lot of playing, but I got it working on PSVR... Not quite the same setup as using PSVR for "cinema mode" for an external source.
Unplug the HDMI cable that comes from the PS4 into the VR breakout box from the breakout box, leave that slot empty. On the front of the breakout box, the double HDMI cable that plugs into the headset, unplug the right side and plug that into the Switch dock. Run another hmdi cable from the port on the breakout box you just unplugged to the tv. Leave everything else plugged in.
PS4 needs to be turned on to turn on the headset, and it won't output to the tv, but it works in the headset. There's no head tracking, but that makes BotW more playable.
Turn in the VR mode on the switch before you dock it, the screen is garbled in the headset without it in this setup.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 27th)
Super Blood Hockey!
Re: Reminder: The Labo VR Update For Super Mario Odyssey And Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Is Now Live
@Beermonkey lol, I just tried the same thing with my Gear VR headset. It's neat-o, and I've had my fill.
Re: Reminder: The Labo VR Update For Super Mario Odyssey And Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Is Now Live
I'm torn... I want to buy the VR Labo, but I know I'll only play about 15 minutes of BotW with them and never touch em again...
Edit: put on my Samsung Gear VR headset with no phone inserted, and held the switch up against the open end. Adjust the focus till it's mostly un-blurry, look around a bit... and I've had my fill. It's neat-o.
Re: Talking Point: Do We Still Want Achievements On Switch?
100% yes. Should've debuted an achievement system with the Switch.
Re: Nintendo Has "No Plans" To Announce New Hardware At E3
Pre-E3 Hardware Direct confirmed.
Re: Feature: The 50 Best Game Boy Games - Zelda, Pokémon, Metroid, Mario And More
No Hit The Ice or Track Meet!?
Trash.
I suppose Link's Awakening was okay, though.
Re: Humble Store Expands Digital Switch Selection With More Third-Party Offerings
@Dman10 There were 2 Nintendo Humble Bundles before Sony had one. WiiU and 3DS games. I would say a Switch HB isn't that unlikely.... eventually.
Re: Nintendo Download: 18th April (North America)
Pre-purchased Cuphead.
Re: Nintendo Switch System Update 8.0.0 Is Now Live
Controller update included as well... Not sure what that does.
Re: Nintendo Switch System Update 8.0.0 Is Now Live
sigh disappointing.
Re: Reminder: Reggie Fils-Aimé Retires As Nintendo Of America President Today
Sooooo.... There should be a last minute announcement any minute now for Reggie's farewell Direct, right?
Re: Bethesda Confirms Wolfenstein: Youngblood Will Include A Download Code Instead Of A Game Card
@Itzdmo
"What are the alternatives If the entire game won't fit on Nintendos cartridges?"
That has never been a problem There are NO Switch games that will not fit on the currently available 32GB game cards that Nintendo offers. The issue with games that only have part of the game on the card is that publishers are CHOOSING to put the game on a smaller card to save money. It's Nintendo's fault for allowing the practice, but it is not and has never been a hardware limitation.
Re: Bethesda Confirms Wolfenstein: Youngblood Will Include A Download Code Instead Of A Game Card
I usually opt for physical releases when available, but a game being digital only does not upset me in the slightest. could not care less. That being said, I don't understand the point of selling an empty case. Just avoid all the drama from the drama queens and make the cover available as a printable PDF file and those that want the case on their shelf can print it off and throw it in a case.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 13th)
Hellblade... Might pick up the Labo VR today
Re: Evercade Is A Brand New Cartridge-Based Handheld Console Which Connects To Your TV
There's already a ton of cheap NES clones with screens and tv out capabilities on the market. Other than putting the games legally on cartridges, this doesn't sound new or exciting.
Re: Random: Cool Virtual Boy Easter Egg Discovered In Nintendo Labo VR
I loved my VB, still drag it out once a year or so to play. I would love to see a couple VB games released on Switch with LaboVR support. Still say it's criminal that no VB games were ever released as Virtual Console games on 3DS.