@Moistnado yea they can say 4k on switch 2 all they want but the way I see it I already paid 450 dollars for that upgrade.
@kirbyo my recommendation, as someone with 3 kids, is to take up shmups. Nothing better for gameplay density, even if you only have 10 minutes you're making progress toward a 1cc or high score. And the switch has an incredible selection. Arcade genres in general, really.
First thought was why does the tron character have samus' arm cannon. I'm actually more concerned with the first person parts we've seen, that enemy design, behavior, and combat looks exactly the same as 20+ years ago
If it was just me I would not buy this. But then I feel like I'm depriving my children of one of the best platformers ever with Galaxy 2. Just had to pay $80 for an express sd card too...ugh
oh no some people had to try more than once, change the game, quick! Why is too hard taken as an immediate threat to sales, but too easy is completely ignored. I don't want my playthrough changed to appease the lowest common denominator gamer.
@Antraxx777 yea sounds annoying. I will maintain, however, without having played it haha, that if a developer wants to indicate "Do NOT get hit here!", then pingponging off enemies til you're dead is a valid way of communicating that.
Comments remind me of telling my friend that Man of steel was trash, and him offering all kinds of reasons why, like reshoots, rewrites, whatever it was. The reasons don't change the fact of the thing. We should be able to agree that frame rate drops are not a good thing. If it doesn't bother you, great, buy the game. That's why the actual review is the important part, not the number, please consider dropping the x/10 system.
I really like how the face buttons and sticks are pushed up at you above the grips. Going back to a pro controller feels wrong, like I'm reaching way down to the sticks. Forgot about that, good stuff. Been quite a while since I sold the old cube at hollywood video, feels great to hold again.
no kidding, I was going to keep my switch, I have 3 kids, but the constant joycon problems combined with the massive increase in load times for some reason led me to sell for switch 2 credit before it died on me completely. I wouldn't expect it to function very well in 20-30 years, unlike the 64 or GC or any handheld.
This industry is suddenly a prime teacher on capitalism and the class war it necessitates. Very interesting, really feel for all of you journalists and game developers caught in the chaos.
they act like crediting an artist somehow takes away from them, as if it costs anything. What the hell. These issues keep popping up and really makes me lose respect for them, they are out of touch with artists. Games with trailers and release date shouldn't have us playing guess the developer any more either, what is that.
@shgamer hori makes a good left joycon with a real dpad. Only catch is no wireless, handheld only. I'm sure they'll have a switch 2 version coming. Nintendo isn't going to do it.
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Re: Mailbox: Metroid Excitement Levels, Game Clubs, "The Galaxy Strategy" - Nintendo Life Letters
@Moistnado yea they can say 4k on switch 2 all they want but the way I see it I already paid 450 dollars for that upgrade.
@kirbyo my recommendation, as someone with 3 kids, is to take up shmups. Nothing better for gameplay density, even if you only have 10 minutes you're making progress toward a 1cc or high score. And the switch has an incredible selection. Arcade genres in general, really.
Re: ICYMI: Switch 2 Mouse Mode Is Supported In Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2, But There's A Catch
@Yosher my kids use it as a prompt to start bickering over who's ACTUALLY playing, and you're right the age doesn't matter
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 On Switch
Jim I appreciate the pigs in space reference, have a great day
Re: Classic Shmup Series 'Psyvariar' Is Getting A New Game On Switch 1 & 2
oh hell yes! Grazing is probably my favorite shmup mechanic, loved Delta
Re: Do Bananza And Odyssey Share The Same Pauline? Donkey Kong Dev Won't Confirm Anything
Yea they couldn't care less. Small because back rider
Re: Feature: Ghosts 'n Goblins Hit Arcades 40 Years Ago, And Its Recent Resurrection Is The Perfect Way To Celebrate
Hell yea loved the nes version, so fun getting wrecked by a flying demon 10 seconds into the game. Resurrected is awesome!
Re: Review: Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush (Switch 2) - DLC That's Ripe With Fun, But Could've Been More
Don't worry in 2031 it'll be 10% off on the eshop
Re: Where To Pre-Order Metroid Prime 4: Beyond For Nintendo Switch 1 + 2, Plus New Metroid amiibo
@sketchturner it's just so Nintendo life can make a few cents on links to purchases I assume
Re: Opinion: Metroid Prime 4 Reminds Me Of Gears 5, And It's Making Me Nervous
First thought was why does the tron character have samus' arm cannon. I'm actually more concerned with the first person parts we've seen, that enemy design, behavior, and combat looks exactly the same as 20+ years ago
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 Switch Comparison Video Makes Nintendo's Upgrades Clearer
If it was just me I would not buy this. But then I feel like I'm depriving my children of one of the best platformers ever with Galaxy 2. Just had to pay $80 for an express sd card too...ugh
Re: Nintendo Is "Acting To Protect The Industry" With Switch 2 Game Key Cards, Says Ex-Capcom Composer
true preservation is never going to come from a corporation; certainly not one so terrified of losing profit to emulation
Re: Nintendo Direct September 2025: Every Announcement, Game Reveal, Trailer
seeing virtua fighter for a sec was the best part, next to the info on the limited time in-person indoor light show at the museum in Kyoto
Re: Hollow Knight: Silksong's Upcoming Patch Will Nerf The Difficulty In Certain Areas
oh no some people had to try more than once, change the game, quick! Why is too hard taken as an immediate threat to sales, but too easy is completely ignored. I don't want my playthrough changed to appease the lowest common denominator gamer.
Re: Review: Adventure Of Samsara (Switch) - Atari's Throwback Metroidvania Embraces Cycles Of Life, Death, And More Death
@Antraxx777 yea sounds annoying. I will maintain, however, without having played it haha, that if a developer wants to indicate "Do NOT get hit here!", then pingponging off enemies til you're dead is a valid way of communicating that.
Re: Review: Adventure Of Samsara (Switch) - Atari's Throwback Metroidvania Embraces Cycles Of Life, Death, And More Death
Cheap-feeling knockback deaths are like the entirety of ninja gaiden ha I'll give this a go
Re: Review: SHINOBI: Art Of Vengeance (Switch) - A Beautifully Crafted Return For Joe Musashi
cool ragebound and now shinobi have unique issues on my new $450 machine
Re: "We Are Not Delaying" - Dark Deity 2 Dev Stands Firm Against Silksong
It's not the next 3d Zelda, chill
Re: Best Retro Throwback Nintendo Switch Games - Modern Games With Old-School Style
Oniken + Odallus Collection
Re: Forget Silksong, This New Terminator 2D Overview Trailer Looks Stupidly Good
Looks awesome, just hope 15 levels isn't too much
Re: Yooka-Replaylee Is Now "Content Complete"
@neil9000
seriously I've been buying mario karts for the last 25 years and going "this isn't nearly as fun as diddy kong racing."
Re: Reaction: Switch 2 Needed A Partner Showcase With Pep; This Wasn't It
was hoping for some virtua fighter
Re: Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound Will "Average" 30fps On Switch
wtf. besides prime 4 this was the only new release I was looking forward to this year. (and I'm not at all confident prime is this year.)
Re: 'Mouse Work' Gets Second Trailer, But Can't Release Until Creators Get Switch 2 Dev Kit
Yup at this point who knows. It's not like the launch was rushed.
Re: 'Mouse Work' Gets Second Trailer, But Can't Release Until Creators Get Switch 2 Dev Kit
more concerned with controlling leaks/not trusting devs than with quality launch games
Re: Review: Super Mario Party Jamboree - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV - A Fantastic Addition To An All-Time Party Game
but a new fzero would be repetitive
Re: Review: Donkey Kong Bananza (Switch 2) - Absolutely Smashing, But Can It Beat Mario Odyssey?
Comments remind me of telling my friend that Man of steel was trash, and him offering all kinds of reasons why, like reshoots, rewrites, whatever it was. The reasons don't change the fact of the thing. We should be able to agree that frame rate drops are not a good thing. If it doesn't bother you, great, buy the game. That's why the actual review is the important part, not the number, please consider dropping the x/10 system.
Re: Review: Donkey Kong Bananza (Switch 2) - Absolutely Smashing, But Can It Beat Mario Odyssey?
Odyssey was not my style, I miss the faster pace of galaxy, but my kids are gonna love this.
Re: 8BitDo's 'Pro 3' Controller Boasts Magnetic ABXY Buttons And A Charging Dock
Sorry my thumbs hate that configuration. Look cool though.
Re: Review: Nintendo Switch Online GameCube Controller - The Return Of The King
I really like how the face buttons and sticks are pushed up at you above the grips. Going back to a pro controller feels wrong, like I'm reaching way down to the sticks. Forgot about that, good stuff. Been quite a while since I sold the old cube at hollywood video, feels great to hold again.
Re: Exclusive: Fast Fusion's First Major Update Arrives This Week With Three New Tracks
I fused too many cars and can't afford the 3rd cup haha good news. Great game
Re: The DK Rap Is Back In Donkey Kong Bananza, But Nobody Told Its Composer
well on their way to becoming the disney of japan
Re: Random: Watch The Moment A Delivery Man Apparently Chucks A Switch 2 Up A Customer's Path
App gig contractors, no quality control or reason to care
Re: PSA: 8BitDo Controllers Require A Firmware Update To Work On Switch 2
@macaron35 that is great news about the wakeup
Re: PSA: 8BitDo Controllers Require A Firmware Update To Work On Switch 2
These have the best dpads
Re: Random: Using A GameCube Controller With The NSO App Yields Fun Surprises
in stock right now in US!
Re: PSA: Switch 2's Flashy New Kickstand Is Perfect For TATE Mode Play
@Zufolobelisk revy chum so, what's not to love
Re: The Switch's 'Repairability Score' Has Tanked Following Reassessment
no kidding, I was going to keep my switch, I have 3 kids, but the constant joycon problems combined with the massive increase in load times for some reason led me to sell for switch 2 credit before it died on me completely. I wouldn't expect it to function very well in 20-30 years, unlike the 64 or GC or any handheld.
Re: PSA: Switch 2's Flashy New Kickstand Is Perfect For TATE Mode Play
that's how I cleared my first arcade shmup, Mushihimesama, nice pick!
Re: Video: Do You Even Need A Pro Controller For The Switch 2?
I'll probably grab one.
Really hoping the Switch 2 is compatible with the Brook Universal Fighting Board. Virtua Fighter is coming! I'm optimistic it will be.
Re: How Well Do You Remember Super Mario Galaxy 2?
Wait, could mouse control make this a smooth experience for Switch 2?
Re: "If You're A Real Fan, You'll Find A Way" - Borderlands 4 Dev Gives Tone Deaf Response To Price Concerns
Real fans? What is this, middle school? 1991 stories? Should we analyze what minimum wage in '91 could pay for as opposed to now? Shut up.
Re: Limited Run's Switch 2 Numbered Releases Will Reportedly Include The "Full Game On The Cartridge"
After those shantae carts we're still gonna promote them huh
Re: Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. Announced For Switch 2
Awesome news
Re: Editorial: Gamers, Support The People And Sites You Love, Before It's Too Late
This industry is suddenly a prime teacher on capitalism and the class war it necessitates. Very interesting, really feel for all of you journalists and game developers caught in the chaos.
Re: Grant Kirkhope Apparently Got A Bananas Reason For His Missing Mario Movie Credit
they act like crediting an artist somehow takes away from them, as if it costs anything. What the hell. These issues keep popping up and really makes me lose respect for them, they are out of touch with artists.
Games with trailers and release date shouldn't have us playing guess the developer any more either, what is that.
Re: Poll: Which Switch 2 Accessories Are You Picking Up At Launch?
I'll take a docked-only, no joycons poor man switch 2 for $299 please.
So much extra to pay for when all I want is access to Metroid and Zelda on my tv
Re: Poll: Which Switch 2 Accessories Are You Picking Up At Launch?
@shgamer in my sample size of 1, no issues.
Re: Poll: Which Switch 2 Accessories Are You Picking Up At Launch?
@shgamer hori makes a good left joycon with a real dpad. Only catch is no wireless, handheld only. I'm sure they'll have a switch 2 version coming. Nintendo isn't going to do it.
Re: Poll: Which Switch 2 Accessories Are You Picking Up At Launch?
Has it been announced whether a switch 2 pro controller will work on switch 1? Can't afford the switch2 yet but I do need a new controller...
Re: Tired Of Pro Controller Charge Times? The Switch 2 Model Is A Huge Step Up
wow a headphone jack, I'm so tired of being gaslit by Tetris Effect telling me to put on headphones for the best experience. I bet they're right.