Big disappointment here is the lack of RE 2&3. Not that I expected the remakes but I’d have liked a port at least. I find it really off putting that I can’t ply the entire series. Particularly as 2&3 are faves of mine. Code Veronica would be nice too!
@JayJ wasn’t it reportedly Michael Jackson? Both dealing with his estate and association with any accusations made against him would be off putting but as others have said there is alternate music.
No chance it will have 4K and it is completely pointless beyond a bit of marketing. The Aya Neo isn’t comparable if it ever releases it will be twice the price with ***** battery. The Pro(or new or XL) will be a slightly improved model with less slowdown and pop in. They would be mental to make exclusive games. A sensible option would be smaller bezel(think the glossy area on the unit being screen) with a half decent attempt at 1080P both docked and handheld, better joycons and maybe some larger storage(or multiple SD card slots).
@Slowdive Normally yes, but I think the butthurt at a lack of a proper direct is going to give a lot of people negative thinking before it even starts. Maybe I'm overthinking it the poll results would indicate that.
Looked fine but I think they're doing the indie devs a disservice by having a Nindies ahead of the proper Direct. Same with Partner or Pokemon or Smash directs.
@Octane you’re right does seem like the Wii U was one to avoid. It would have been nice if they offered some sort of trade in for ports as they seem intent on wiping the U from history.
@Octane isn’t that the point of the video? You’re in the vast minority here, most Switch owners won’t have played this or the other games that have been ported. Get that it’s disappointing if you have played it though! But that’s probably more to do with the slow trickle of new game into coming out of the big N
@Agramonte if you can and don't want portability the $5 version is the way to go! I'm still hopeful the Switch version will get some performance patches. Its happened on several other games so no need to panic about this port.
I’m glad they are doing it, but didn’t feel like there was much there for me. I’m intrigued by SMT but it’s too far away for me to be excited about. Would have been nice to have more upcoming game’s for 2020 that wasn’t DLC or shovelware. Low expectations, still slightly dissapointed.
@Steel76 it’s July, there’s no reason they can’t announce first part games later. It’s fairly nailed on we will get 1 or 2 more Mario games to celebrate the 35th anniversary. But the “main” first party game this year is Animal Crossing.
@khululy They’re kept out because of poor PR. WWE historically didn’t/don’t really care about the welfare of their performers or their families. There are lots of well documented cases on top of Owen and Benoit. From the steroids use of the 80s right up until the lack of any decent testing for COVID happening now.
@BenAV Totally agree I feel like they've hit the mark with Switch s well they should adhere closer to the handheld model(that gave Game Boy, DS and 3DS much longer life spans than docked consoles). There is plenty of things they can add to the ecosystem to extend its life it's just whether Nintendo as a company can achieve them.
@westman98 but not that difficult. You would have to lose the developer interviews maybe but gathering game footage and editing it together with voiceovers are all things that can be done in relative isolation.
@retro_player_77 neat idea but going retro while great for nostalgia collectors it doesn’t really get the games out there. Perhaps they could do it as an e-magazine but not much fun for collectors. Short of individual announcements I don’t see what else they do differently. Something like Stadia would be good for announcements if you could get a 5 min window to try out aspects of a new game. Or walk a virtual E3 (similar to how fortnite does concerts and trailers).
Safety first and all that. But it does seem there’s nothing stopping them doing a direct. Especially as we’ve had 2 Pokemon and a Smash presentation. This does sound like one could be in the offing though.
@TG16_IS_BAE it would be nice but that would increase costs(and therefore price), battery life would be poorer(or a bigger battery and bigger unit). There’s always a trade off if you want to hit a certain price point. And it’s not that it’s not possible when you look at what has been achieved with Doom and Witcher 3.
@Richnj the thing is it could be or at least a worthwhile endeavour if they put the effort in. Quick ports while some might appeal, aren’t going to cut it on there own. They need something to win over the players who have a negative view of them. Then they could flood the switch with ports and people won’t take the stance of refusing to not buy EA games.
@graysoncharles frostbite is in theory compatible with the switch it just needs EA to port it over (or hire a third party to do so)
@iulis84 in fairness it’s an update of FIFA 19 (which was an improvement on 18) just a shame they didn’t bother trying to improve it since then.
As much as a dislike EA I would be tempted by a half decent update to FIFA. I said this last time but something like the volta mode seems made for the switch.
It would be such a home run if they released a Wii kit for Switch. Along as they treated those who purchased from the shop fairly I can’t see how it would go wrong. We bought a Wii on a great deal for some lockdown exercise and got twilight princess which I’ve never played.
For the record this is the same score they gave WWE 2K18 which is an already poor game terribly ported to the Switch chock full of game ruining bugs. It seems unfair to rate this the same.
MK11 remains the only physical Switch game I’ve traded in. Once I’d played the story mode I didn’t feel like there was much I wanted to do. Had some of the DLC characters been unlock able through gameplay I’d have kept it. May get this (as the actual gameplay was good and have played MK since the original) when it inevitably gets reduced(and preferably on a cart).
@TheFullAndy the general consensus seemed to be that there won't be a June Direct(that would normally coincide with E3) as Nintendo are not in a position to announce their exclusives. This is why Paper Mario got announced separately as that is ready. What we'll probably get is more Switch games in developers own announcements throughout June(that would usually be in a Direct).
@LocalPenguin I don't think your lack of excitement around these games is down to the lockdown. I think the Mario focus was largely Nintendos big thing for the year, they are pretty focused on building the Mario brand(the Universal Super Mario World was due to open this year too). Maybe there will be a surprise drop of another big game, and if there's no Direct there's always a chance of 3rd party announcements too.
@FTL totally I really wanted to like it(and did really like the fighting mechanics) but once I’d gone through story I lost interest the towers and krypt felt like little reward for a lot of grind. And I resented having to pay half the cost of the game again for the extra characters, although I would have reconsidered if at least some of them were unlockable in game.
Only game I’ve traded in for the switch. Once I’d done story mode there was nothing to unlock apart from loot box nonsense. And the price of the DLC was extortionate. I’m guessing DLC pack 2 and an ultimate with both included.
THPS 1-4 were fantastic. Would love a reworking but only if they get enough input from those who used to work at Neversoft. Anything up to proving ground was still pretty decent(if a little tired in format at that time) would love that but they need to licence a lot/most of the music.
@thesilverbrick I think because they kind of did that with the mini direct they are waiting until it is more certain. I also think they are having to adjust to new working conditions as well as it giving them a convenient out to push back the usual E3 announcements window so it’s not coinciding with hype for new consoles. Especially as they are looking to push the Mario IP as a brand with all the other partnerships
@TheDavyStar This is particularly true when the Excel is being used as a hospital. And when you consider the large number of patients who won't leave with their lives you have to wonder if anyone will want to go there.
They missed a trick by not adding Wii Fit/Sports compatibility to the Switch. Or by not making enough Ring Fits! I bought Fitness boxing to get me through!
@FragRed I think thats just for the government aid. But even then you cant guarantee anything. Hopefully they pull through as it will be a shame for their staff many of whom are active members of the gaming community.
Its a shame for the fans who were going(a few YTers and Podcasters mentioned having tickets). I think a lot of small to medium devs will lose out as well as E3 provides a focal point which gets people excited about games and an individual Web Stream may not do much for them. It's why the Nintendo Streams are great(When they happen).
@Moistnado the first 2 DLC have been gauntlets and challenges based on existing levels and new characters. I’m not holding out much hope this will be different but it does have a new boss in Dr Doom.
@Spoony_Tech the options to do that were hidden at the start. If this is a graphical update it’s taken this long because they want to make it better without risking the stability of the game. Others have done it, released updates that have improved graphics so why not this one. I just hope I’m not too far in before I finish it(probably months away)
Same platform with no exclusives Modest power bump so games like Witcher look better(less pop in, render hair properly) 1080P handheld with bigger screen in same form factor(screen fills glossy part of the current bezel on OG switch) 1080P still docked(4K is pointless at this stage, HDR would be better) Sturdier build around JoyCon docking but JC are interchangable between versions. So those that can't afford a pro can buy better joy cons.
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Re: Rumour: New Monster Hunter For Switch Will Be Revealed Soon, According To Capcom Insider
Big disappointment here is the lack of RE 2&3. Not that I expected the remakes but I’d have liked a port at least. I find it really off putting that I can’t ply the entire series. Particularly as 2&3 are faves of mine. Code Veronica would be nice too!
Re: Emulation Expert M2 Expects To Collaborate With Sega Again In The Future
@JayJ wasn’t it reportedly Michael Jackson? Both dealing with his estate and association with any accusations made against him would be off putting but as others have said there is alternate music.
Re: Rocky Comes To Switch In Big Rumble Boxing: Creed Champions
@nessisonett @rjejr Yeah not impressive hope they improve frame rate before the Spring
Re: Rumour: New Switch Model Launching Early 2021, According To Taiwanese Newspaper
No chance it will have 4K and it is completely pointless beyond a bit of marketing.
The Aya Neo isn’t comparable if it ever releases it will be twice the price with ***** battery.
The Pro(or new or XL) will be a slightly improved model with less slowdown and pop in. They would be mental to make exclusive games.
A sensible option would be smaller bezel(think the glossy area on the unit being screen) with a half decent attempt at 1080P both docked and handheld, better joycons and maybe some larger storage(or multiple SD card slots).
Re: Poll: What Did You Think Of The August 2020 Nintendo Indie World Showcase?
@Slowdive Normally yes, but I think the butthurt at a lack of a proper direct is going to give a lot of people negative thinking before it even starts.
Maybe I'm overthinking it the poll results would indicate that.
Re: Poll: What Did You Think Of The August 2020 Nintendo Indie World Showcase?
Looked fine but I think they're doing the indie devs a disservice by having a Nindies ahead of the proper Direct. Same with Partner or Pokemon or Smash directs.
Re: First-Person Adventure Game Adome Brings "Intense" Parkour To Switch This Autumn
"Adome has players jumping, climbing, dropping, running up walls and shooting enemies in an "intense", parkour-style"
I saw none of that in the trailer.
Re: Video: The Switch Is A Wii U Port Machine, And That's A Good Thing
@Octane you’re right does seem like the Wii U was one to avoid. It would have been nice if they offered some sort of trade in for ports as they seem intent on wiping the U from history.
Re: Video: The Switch Is A Wii U Port Machine, And That's A Good Thing
@Octane isn’t that the point of the video? You’re in the vast minority here, most Switch owners won’t have played this or the other games that have been ported. Get that it’s disappointing if you have played it though! But that’s probably more to do with the slow trickle of new game into coming out of the big N
Re: Talking Point: Have You Missed E3 This Year?
The medium isn’t the problem the quality and quantity of announcements are.
Re: New Story DLC For The Outer Worlds Is Coming To Nintendo Switch In The Future
@Agramonte if you can and don't want portability the $5 version is the way to go!
I'm still hopeful the Switch version will get some performance patches. Its happened on several other games so no need to panic about this port.
Re: Poll: Did The Nintendo Direct Mini: Partners Showcase Meet Your Expectations?
I’m glad they are doing it, but didn’t feel like there was much there for me. I’m intrigued by SMT but it’s too far away for me to be excited about. Would have been nice to have more upcoming game’s for 2020 that wasn’t DLC or shovelware.
Low expectations, still slightly dissapointed.
Re: Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase Airs Later Today
@Steel76 it’s July, there’s no reason they can’t announce first part games later. It’s fairly nailed on we will get 1 or 2 more Mario games to celebrate the 35th anniversary. But the “main” first party game this year is Animal Crossing.
Re: Soapbox: It's Time For WWE No Mercy To Make A Comeback On Nintendo Switch
@khululy They’re kept out because of poor PR. WWE historically didn’t/don’t really care about the welfare of their performers or their families. There are lots of well documented cases on top of Owen and Benoit. From the steroids use of the 80s right up until the lack of any decent testing for COVID happening now.
Re: What Comes After Switch? Nintendo Discusses Plans For Future Game Consoles
@BenAV Totally agree I feel like they've hit the mark with Switch s well they should adhere closer to the handheld model(that gave Game Boy, DS and 3DS much longer life spans than docked consoles).
There is plenty of things they can add to the ecosystem to extend its life it's just whether Nintendo as a company can achieve them.
Re: Here's Your First Look At Crysis Remastered Running On Nintendo Switch
@TAndvig my thoughts exactly. I was ready to buy off of watching that trailer.
Re: Nintendo Provides An Update On Potential Game Delays Due To COVID-19
@westman98 but not that difficult. You would have to lose the developer interviews maybe but gathering game footage and editing it together with voiceovers are all things that can be done in relative isolation.
Re: Nintendo Says Directs Are 'Incredibly Effective', But They Might Not Be Around Forever
@retro_player_77 neat idea but going retro while great for nostalgia collectors it doesn’t really get the games out there. Perhaps they could do it as an e-magazine but not much fun for collectors.
Short of individual announcements I don’t see what else they do differently. Something like Stadia would be good for announcements if you could get a 5 min window to try out aspects of a new game. Or walk a virtual E3 (similar to how fortnite does concerts and trailers).
Re: Nintendo Provides An Update On Potential Game Delays Due To COVID-19
Safety first and all that. But it does seem there’s nothing stopping them doing a direct. Especially as we’ve had 2 Pokemon and a Smash presentation.
This does sound like one could be in the offing though.
Re: A New Patch Is In The Works For The Switch Version Of The Outer Worlds
@TG16_IS_BAE it would be nice but that would increase costs(and therefore price), battery life would be poorer(or a bigger battery and bigger unit). There’s always a trade off if you want to hit a certain price point. And it’s not that it’s not possible when you look at what has been achieved with Doom and Witcher 3.
Re: Talking Point: Is EA's Switch Strategy Lazy, Or Simply Common Sense?
@Richnj the thing is it could be or at least a worthwhile endeavour if they put the effort in. Quick ports while some might appeal, aren’t going to cut it on there own. They need something to win over the players who have a negative view of them. Then they could flood the switch with ports and people won’t take the stance of refusing to not buy EA games.
Re: Star Wars Episode l: Racer Is Out Today On Switch, Here's The Launch Trailer
Always happy for decent Star Wars ports will pick this up eventually. Would love the Rogue Squadron series too!
Re: Review: Burnout Paradise Remastered - Thrilling Open-World Racing Tempered By Blurry Visuals And A High Price
I can live with the blur but not at that price!
Re: Yep, The New FIFA Game For Nintendo Switch Will Be Another Legacy Edition
@graysoncharles frostbite is in theory compatible with the switch it just needs EA to port it over (or hire a third party to do so)
@iulis84 in fairness it’s an update of FIFA 19 (which was an improvement on 18) just a shame they didn’t bother trying to improve it since then.
As much as a dislike EA I would be tempted by a half decent update to FIFA. I said this last time but something like the volta mode seems made for the switch.
Re: Nintendo's Wii Is Still A Hit In Care Homes 13 Years Later
It would be such a home run if they released a Wii kit for Switch. Along as they treated those who purchased from the shop fairly I can’t see how it would go wrong.
We bought a Wii on a great deal for some lockdown exercise and got twilight princess which I’ve never played.
Re: New Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Glitch Lets You Escape Hyrule And Go Beyond The Map's Borders
@fafonio BotW is possibly my fav game of all time(at least current fav) but I wouldn't object to more in depth dungeons.
Re: Review: Summer In Mara - Alluring Presentation Hides A Fundamentally Flawed Adventure
For the record this is the same score they gave WWE 2K18 which is an already poor game terribly ported to the Switch chock full of game ruining bugs.
It seems unfair to rate this the same.
Re: Ninjala Will Offer A Single-Player Story Mode, But You'll Have To Pay For It
Doesn't seem entirely unreasonable. If its a decent single player mode it doesn't seem bad for $10
Re: Switch Fighter Aims To Turn Your Switch Into A Table-Top Arcade System
It’s ability to function as a dock makes this interesting. Particularly as alternative/replacement docks are few and far between.
Re: Review: Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath - An Expensive Way To Get The Full Mortal Kombat 11 Experience
MK11 remains the only physical Switch game I’ve traded in. Once I’d played the story mode I didn’t feel like there was much I wanted to do.
Had some of the DLC characters been unlock able through gameplay I’d have kept it. May get this (as the actual gameplay was good and have played MK since the original) when it inevitably gets reduced(and preferably on a cart).
Re: Four Unannounced Nintendo Games Potentially Teased By New Amazon Listings
@TheFullAndy the general consensus seemed to be that there won't be a June Direct(that would normally coincide with E3) as Nintendo are not in a position to announce their exclusives. This is why Paper Mario got announced separately as that is ready.
What we'll probably get is more Switch games in developers own announcements throughout June(that would usually be in a Direct).
Re: It Doesn't Sound Like A Nintendo Direct Will Be Happening Anytime Soon
@LocalPenguin I don't think your lack of excitement around these games is down to the lockdown. I think the Mario focus was largely Nintendos big thing for the year, they are pretty focused on building the Mario brand(the Universal Super Mario World was due to open this year too). Maybe there will be a surprise drop of another big game, and if there's no Direct there's always a chance of 3rd party announcements too.
Re: Gallery: See How Much Better Xenoblade Chronicles Looks On Switch
@CairiB I’m the same really got into RPGs since having the switch.
Re: Mortal Kombat News Is Coming, New Reveal Planned For Tomorrow
@FTL totally I really wanted to like it(and did really like the fighting mechanics) but once I’d gone through story I lost interest the towers and krypt felt like little reward for a lot of grind. And I resented having to pay half the cost of the game again for the extra characters, although I would have reconsidered if at least some of them were unlockable in game.
Re: Mortal Kombat News Is Coming, New Reveal Planned For Tomorrow
@FTL it’s dire, that being a core part of the game isn’t much of a defence.
Re: Tony Hawk's Rumoured 2020 Video Game Is Sounding Increasingly Likely To Be Real
@Jayofmaya I said 1-4 were fantastic? I said all of them up until neversoft stopped making them were decent not sure we disagreed?
Re: Mortal Kombat News Is Coming, New Reveal Planned For Tomorrow
Only game I’ve traded in for the switch. Once I’d done story mode there was nothing to unlock apart from loot box nonsense. And the price of the DLC was extortionate.
I’m guessing DLC pack 2 and an ultimate with both included.
Re: Tony Hawk's Rumoured 2020 Video Game Is Sounding Increasingly Likely To Be Real
THPS 1-4 were fantastic. Would love a reworking but only if they get enough input from those who used to work at Neversoft.
Anything up to proving ground was still pretty decent(if a little tired in format at that time) would love that but they need to licence a lot/most of the music.
Re: A Nintendo Direct In June Is Beginning To Seem Less And Less Likely
@thesilverbrick I think because they kind of did that with the mini direct they are waiting until it is more certain.
I also think they are having to adjust to new working conditions as well as it giving them a convenient out to push back the usual E3 announcements window so it’s not coinciding with hype for new consoles. Especially as they are looking to push the Mario IP as a brand with all the other partnerships
Re: Gallery: Huge Batch Of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition Screenshots Show Characters And Environments
Im hoping more of the Collectors edition become available but with the constraints on manufacturing at the moment Im not holding my breath.
Re: EGX, The UK's Biggest Games Show, Confirms 2020 Event In London
@TheDavyStar This is particularly true when the Excel is being used as a hospital. And when you consider the large number of patients who won't leave with their lives you have to wonder if anyone will want to go there.
Re: Coronavirus Isolation Seems To Be Causing A Spike In Wii Sports' Resale Value
They missed a trick by not adding Wii Fit/Sports compatibility to the Switch.
Or by not making enough Ring Fits!
I bought Fitness boxing to get me through!
Re: GAME Furloughs Staff On Full Pay Until End Of April, But Can't Say If They'll Have Jobs To Come Back To
@FragRed I think thats just for the government aid. But even then you cant guarantee anything.
Hopefully they pull through as it will be a shame for their staff many of whom are active members of the gaming community.
Re: The End Of An Era: E3 2020 Is Officially Cancelled
Its a shame for the fans who were going(a few YTers and Podcasters mentioned having tickets).
I think a lot of small to medium devs will lose out as well as E3 provides a focal point which gets people excited about games and an individual Web Stream may not do much for them. It's why the Nintendo Streams are great(When they happen).
Re: The First Animal Crossing: New Horizons Review Is In
@mist this really it’s nice reaffirmation if you already love the game. But it’s probably not going to convince anyone new.
Re: Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3's Fantastic Four DLC Launches On 26th March
@Moistnado the first 2 DLC have been gauntlets and challenges based on existing levels and new characters.
I’m not holding out much hope this will be different but it does have a new boss in Dr Doom.
Re: Square Enix Indie Division Teases Imminent Nintendo Switch Announcement
@Agriculture it’s not new most “indie” music is bands on major labels.
Re: Saber Interactive Says The Witcher 3 Update For Switch Will Be "Worth The Wait"
@Spoony_Tech the options to do that were hidden at the start. If this is a graphical update it’s taken this long because they want to make it better without risking the stability of the game.
Others have done it, released updates that have improved graphics so why not this one. I just hope I’m not too far in before I finish it(probably months away)
Re: It's Raining Fists And Metal Is Like A Rhythm-Based Smash Bros., And It's Out Today On Switch
Comes in for Double Kick Heroes, leave's disappointed
Re: Poll: What Features Would You Want In A Switch 'Pro'?
Same platform with no exclusives
Modest power bump so games like Witcher look better(less pop in, render hair properly)
1080P handheld with bigger screen in same form factor(screen fills glossy part of the current bezel on OG switch)
1080P still docked(4K is pointless at this stage, HDR would be better)
Sturdier build around JoyCon docking but JC are interchangable between versions. So those that can't afford a pro can buy better joy cons.