It's got some flaws, weird design decisions, and throwaway games, but still has a lot of great content with excellent presentation.
I learned mancala, backgammon, and hanafuda through this and really enjoying them. The game made it easy to learn with assists and reference for hanafuda being very helpful.
I'd just like to see some games filled out more like golf could have had more holes, slot cars more tracks, team tanks more levels.
I've seen some downgraded switch ports but the graphics look really poor on this. Like a PC game set to absolute minimum resolution and graphics settings.
I disagree with the review too. I wish the graphics were sharper but it's a lot of fun. The dirty tricks add strategy as they are limited. So even though you can rewind time you have to pick the best situation to use it and your opponent is doing the same with their dirty tricks. There's a back and forth going on. The obstacles on field are easily avoidable if you watch out for them but are a nice touch.
The game still feels like football but there's enough action elements to keep it fun if you're tired of sports games.
You don't even get a short booklet these days with carts unless it's some collectors edition. I wish more games had manuals.
Price is a factor. Some games are more expensive physical but many end up a lower price. Mutant Football league physically was $20 for the cart for me vs $30 digital and had some extra teams with the cart. However, some digital are cheaper and you get more points for digital.
Convienence is another. I like being able to scroll through my games list and choose a game without having to get up and switch carts.
Storage is important too. If it's a big game might be worth saving some space on my sd and getting the cart. However, games under a gig can seem like a waste of a cart.
My switch collection is pretty split. I look at the option on a game by game basis.
I have no idea how this got a better score than Go Vacation. That is the best casual game on switch. 50 minigames and 4 open worlds to explore. Plus create your own villa and explore others. The minigames often have different modes too.
It's a surprisingly good game. Some cheesy music and presentation but there's so much to do with many of the 50 activities having multiple modes. Plus the whole open world and exploration aspect. A great game to chill with single player in between more intense games. I'd imagine it's fun multilayer too.
Interesting article. I've definitely gotten to where I have a huge backlog of games but still look at new game. I guess it's a fear of missing out on a really great gaming experience.
But I really don't get the people that still say switch doesn't have enough games. Yeah there are a lot of ports but there's gotta still be tons of great games you haven't played yet. The eshop has really been growing.
Seems like some horrible decisions from management. They made a lot of good games.
It's probably like Atari before the video game crash. They expected huge sales of a licensed game and didn't make nearly what they expected. Don't bet on big properties always making big sales.
Save the world may be the original and planned main mode of the game but battle royale is the one people are playing. Save the world was launched as paid early access and is still being developed.
I'm not a fan of crafting and survival games so only getting the battle royale mode is fine by me.
Battle Royale is the main mode people are going crazy for so it makes sense to focus on that. The save the world mode is still early so maybe when it's finished they can include it.
Might be unnecessary but still reasonable for them to request it. Still leaves a lot that is allowed. Nintendo has had much more restrictive policies for streaming.
I'm all for more Arms. Whether dlc or sequel. With all the different arms, fighters, stages, and modes there's a lot of great content and plenty to build on.
Love this game and glad they are still doing events and stuff for it. I'd imagine they could do party crashes again with the same fighters but different match ups.
This game would be more attractive at a lower price though at least it does offer online leaderboards. I like old school shmups so will likely get this when on sale.
This was on steam and considered a fun cheap series of games. Might be very casual and not for everyone but I think it belongs on switch at the price they are selling it at.
I'd recommend this over quest of dungeons. It's cheaper and a more unique experience. I have quest of dungeons for pc and it feels like it's missing something. Maybe a hunger system. It's not bad just feels standard. The different yokai and the limited inventory on top of traditional roguelike systems makes this stand out.
I'd say your experience with this could vary wildly. The only complaint I have is that I'd like to have some sort of action sections or something during the survival section as it can feel a bit monotonous after playing a long session.
But, the game is fun in short bursts. You can play just the scavenge or survival sections to get better at them. The random nature of the game makes it very repayable. You learn what to look out for but you're not usually going to be in the same exact situation again.
The game wouldn't run on my computer for a while some reason so I'm glad it came out for switch. The way the scavenging and survival sections work together is clever and some of the situations your family can get into are entertaining.
I liked my Ouya. Was an early android box before nvidia shield or fire tv.
However, the controller was pretty bad and would start lagging or losing connection. I would usually pair my ps3 controller to my Ouya. Using the controller design is an awful idea.
People seem a bit divided on Arms but I love it. For me it stood out as a reason to get a switch. A lot of other Nintendo releases for switch have been either versions of wii u games or part of established franchises. This is a whole new experience, is original, and a lot of fun.
Some issues but a great game overall. Besides performance issues I'd like to see the menus work with with the joycon when in vertical mode. Also I can't seem to play with just one joycon if the joycons are detached and I'm playing portably.
If you compare the ports games used to get on weaker hardware to this its really impressive. Watch the digital foundry video on the original doom ports and compare to this.
In the old ports levels were altered, music changed, gameplay changed, much slower frame rate, and even whole different engines used. Even going to wii and wii u ports many things would have to be changed.
This is the exact same game with a lower but still smooth frame rate and reduced graphical effects. That's impressive and great for anyone who wants an alternate way to play doom or doesn't own the game yet.
I think it did well initially but the enthusiasm for add on packs died off after some time. Can't expect expensive add ons for a years old game to keep selling.
Streaming apps like this are common in Android app stores and other devices. It's just a matter of whether Nintendo would be alright with it. It could bring more value to the system but Nintendo night think it's too complicated or would interfere with their business.
This seems to have a more in depth loot system than most similar games. Most of my currency earned has been from selling loot. You can upgrade loot and even generate random loot for a price. You can change classes midgame if you have a full set of loot for that class.
It makes the time between levels really interesting. Most games like this you're only given a few choices of loot to pick up but this is closer to a full rpg loot system.
It's a really solid game and cheaper than binding of isaac.
I'd like tate mode to work with the joy cons docked. Ideally you should be able to play in tate with just one joy con. Right now you're forced to use both while they are connected. I don't know if I'm the only one that wanted to be able to play like this.
Definitely a quality game with lots of content and options. The game would have still been fun without all the extras but they really make the game world come alive and make the experience more personalized. Great game to play for a couple minutes on the go but can suck you in.
One of my favorite games. Most early zelda games had obscure puzzles too. I'm not big into zelda since I didn't have zelda on Nintendo when I was young. This was my zelda.
It has its flaws but does a lot right. Nice graphics and classic music. The day night cycle was unique and gave it more of a horror atmosphere at night. The castles were exciting and tough. Upgrades were a lot of fun and really felt earned. Figuring out a puzzle without a guide and getting to a new area felt awesome.
But, many puzzles are practically impossible without a guide and boss fights are mostly nothing special. Some travel felt tedious and having to use passwords was annoying.
It has its flaws but for me its strengths outweigh its weaknesses. A modern remake would be awesome.
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Re: Random: The Switch Subreddit Is Having A Bit Of A Meltdown
Sounds like a good bit of silly harmless fun. There's other switch subreddits so why not make a weird one?
Re: Nintendo Reveals The Most Popular Games In Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics
It's got some flaws, weird design decisions, and throwaway games, but still has a lot of great content with excellent presentation.
I learned mancala, backgammon, and hanafuda through this and really enjoying them. The game made it easy to learn with assists and reference for hanafuda being very helpful.
I'd just like to see some games filled out more like golf could have had more holes, slot cars more tracks, team tanks more levels.
Re: Review: Ninjala - A Vibrant And Surprisingly Strategic Arena Brawler, But There's Room For Improvement
Game seems kinda random and controls feel sloppy.
Re: Review: Contra: Rogue Corps - An Ugly And Unfocused Mess That Shames The Contra Name
I've seen some downgraded switch ports but the graphics look really poor on this. Like a PC game set to absolute minimum resolution and graphics settings.
Re: Tetris 99 Update Adds Hard Drop Sensitivity Setting And A New Win Screen
I hope the hard drop settings make it more playable with the dpad on the pro controller
Re: Review: Mutant Football League: Dynasty Edition - Throwing Out The Rulebook Results In A Frustrating Game Of Gridiron
I disagree with the review too. I wish the graphics were sharper but it's a lot of fun. The dirty tricks add strategy as they are limited. So even though you can rewind time you have to pick the best situation to use it and your opponent is doing the same with their dirty tricks. There's a back and forth going on. The obstacles on field are easily avoidable if you watch out for them but are a nice touch.
The game still feels like football but there's enough action elements to keep it fun if you're tired of sports games.
Re: Feature: Digital vs Physical - What Is Your Preference for Nintendo Switch?
You don't even get a short booklet these days with carts unless it's some collectors edition. I wish more games had manuals.
Price is a factor. Some games are more expensive physical but many end up a lower price. Mutant Football league physically was $20 for the cart for me vs $30 digital and had some extra teams with the cart. However, some digital are cheaper and you get more points for digital.
Convienence is another. I like being able to scroll through my games list and choose a game without having to get up and switch carts.
Storage is important too. If it's a big game might be worth saving some space on my sd and getting the cart. However, games under a gig can seem like a waste of a cart.
My switch collection is pretty split. I look at the option on a game by game basis.
Re: Review: Carnival Games - Perfect Family Fun And Another Solid Switch Couch-Play Option
I have no idea how this got a better score than Go Vacation. That is the best casual game on switch. 50 minigames and 4 open worlds to explore. Plus create your own villa and explore others. The minigames often have different modes too.
Re: Review: Go Vacation (Switch)
It's a surprisingly good game. Some cheesy music and presentation but there's so much to do with many of the 50 activities having multiple modes. Plus the whole open world and exploration aspect. A great game to chill with single player in between more intense games. I'd imagine it's fun multilayer too.
Re: Soapbox: Why Do We Want More Games When We've Already Got Too Many?
Interesting article. I've definitely gotten to where I have a huge backlog of games but still look at new game. I guess it's a fear of missing out on a really great gaming experience.
But I really don't get the people that still say switch doesn't have enough games. Yeah there are a lot of ports but there's gotta still be tons of great games you haven't played yet. The eshop has really been growing.
Re: Telltale Games Begins Majority Studio Closure With Mass Layoffs
Seems like some horrible decisions from management. They made a lot of good games.
It's probably like Atari before the video game crash. They expected huge sales of a licensed game and didn't make nearly what they expected. Don't bet on big properties always making big sales.
Re: Talking Point: Do We Still Need Review Scores?
Meh, I could take or leave review scores. I give them a 5/10.
Re: Nintendo's Recent Legal Action Against ROM-Sharing Sites Scares Major Player Into Removing Downloads
That's the main site I was hoping wouldn't go down. Some sites have roms that are too new but they were good and reliable.
It's partially because of the emulation scene that there is such demand for retro games.
Re: Nintendo Wants To Release 20-30 Indie Games Every Week On Switch
As long as most of the games are of high quality then I'm all for it.
Re: US Research Analyst Believes Gaming Could Become 100% Digital By 2022
Doubt it. Definitely digital will continue to get more business but that timelinenis way too soon for all digital.
Re: Fortnite On Nintendo Switch Doesn't Have Save The World Mode
@shani
Save the world may be the original and planned main mode of the game but battle royale is the one people are playing. Save the world was launched as paid early access and is still being developed.
I'm not a fan of crafting and survival games so only getting the battle royale mode is fine by me.
Re: Fortnite On Nintendo Switch Doesn't Have Save The World Mode
Battle Royale is the main mode people are going crazy for so it makes sense to focus on that. The save the world mode is still early so maybe when it's finished they can include it.
Re: Sushi Striker: The Way of Sushido Has Shockingly Poor Launch In Japan
The demo was ok but the characters were obnoxious. I didn't expect it to be a hit here but figured it would sell better in Japan.
Re: Square Enix's Octopath Traveler Prologue Demo Arrives On 14th June
The random battles could be annoying but I enjoyed primrose's story and liked boosting attacks.
Re: Review: Just Shapes & Beats (Switch eShop)
Game looks fun. Reminds me more of Soundodger+ or a bit.trip game than super hexagon. Though I love that game and even the Vectrex version.
Re: Review: The Infectious Madness of Doctor Dekker (Switch eShop)
Was this game directed by Tarantino?
Re: Weirdness: The Internet Can't Deal With Yoshi's Sad Mario Tennis Aces Losing Pose
He wants you to feel guilty for beating him. Don't fall for his tricks.
Re: Arc System Works Lays Down The Law With Streaming Guidelines For BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
Might be unnecessary but still reasonable for them to request it. Still leaves a lot that is allowed. Nintendo has had much more restrictive policies for streaming.
Re: Get In The Holiday Mood With Bandai Namco's Go Vacation For Switch
Hopefully it's closer to wii sports resort than most of the third party wii minigame collections.
Re: Nintendo's Damon Baker Explains Why Some Indie Devs Are Refused Access To The eShop
I think they've done a good job of getting good indie games on the switch and not letting the eshop get filled with trash.
Re: ARMS Producer Open To Sequel In The Future, Would Like To Reveal 'Unknown Stories'
I'm all for more Arms. Whether dlc or sequel. With all the different arms, fighters, stages, and modes there's a lot of great content and plenty to build on.
Re: Max Brass And Dr. Coyle Will Heat Things Up In The Next ARMS Party Crash
Love this game and glad they are still doing events and stuff for it. I'd imagine they could do party crashes again with the same fighters but different match ups.
Re: Cult Super Famicom Title Majyuuou Is Making A Comeback
I've played it emulated. Good game. Maybe a bit more like flashback.
Re: ARMS Version 5.1 Adds Gallery Feature, New Badges And Tournament Mode
Maybe no new playable characters but glad to see still some updates. This is the game that pushed me to buy a switch and I haven't been disappointed.
Re: Review: Space Dave (Switch eShop)
This game would be more attractive at a lower price though at least it does offer online leaderboards. I like old school shmups so will likely get this when on sale.
Re: Slime-San's First Free DLC Pack To Make A Mess On Nintendo Switch Mid-February
Great game. At the very least the graphics function extremely well making it easy to tell what you can interact with or what will kill you.
I've been waiting for this dlc since its also part of a patch with fixes and other updates like additional minigames.
Re: Review: Oh...Sir! The Hollywood Roast (Switch eShop)
This was on steam and considered a fun cheap series of games. Might be very casual and not for everyone but I think it belongs on switch at the price they are selling it at.
Re: Review: Yōdanji (Switch eShop)
I'd recommend this over quest of dungeons. It's cheaper and a more unique experience. I have quest of dungeons for pc and it feels like it's missing something. Maybe a hunger system. It's not bad just feels standard. The different yokai and the limited inventory on top of traditional roguelike systems makes this stand out.
Re: Review: 60 Seconds! (Switch eShop)
I'd say your experience with this could vary wildly. The only complaint I have is that I'd like to have some sort of action sections or something during the survival section as it can feel a bit monotonous after playing a long session.
But, the game is fun in short bursts. You can play just the scavenge or survival sections to get better at them. The random nature of the game makes it very repayable. You learn what to look out for but you're not usually going to be in the same exact situation again.
The game wouldn't run on my computer for a while some reason so I'm glad it came out for switch. The way the scavenging and survival sections work together is clever and some of the situations your family can get into are entertaining.
Re: Random: The Ouya Pad Lives On As A Knock-Off Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
I liked my Ouya. Was an early android box before nvidia shield or fire tv.
However, the controller was pretty bad and would start lagging or losing connection. I would usually pair my ps3 controller to my Ouya. Using the controller design is an awful idea.
Re: Feature: Memorable Games of 2017 - ARMS
People seem a bit divided on Arms but I love it. For me it stood out as a reason to get a switch. A lot of other Nintendo releases for switch have been either versions of wii u games or part of established franchises. This is a whole new experience, is original, and a lot of fun.
Re: ARMS Version 5.0 Is The Last Content Update The Game Will Recieve
I was happy with the content in the game at launch. The rest was a nice bonus. I just hope they continue with the crash events
Wish the game got more recognition. It's a great and innovative game. Easy to get into but tough to master. Hope it gets a sequel.
Re: Review: Pinball FX3 (Switch eShop)
Some issues but a great game overall. Besides performance issues I'd like to see the menus work with with the joycon when in vertical mode. Also I can't seem to play with just one joycon if the joycons are detached and I'm playing portably.
Re: Reminder: Get Ready For The Massive Martial Arts ARMS Party Crash
2 of my favorite characters though I usually play as ninjara.
I'm liking these party clash events. I usually play ranked matches so these give me a reason to play other match types online.
Re: Review: DOOM (Switch)
If you compare the ports games used to get on weaker hardware to this its really impressive. Watch the digital foundry video on the original doom ports and compare to this.
In the old ports levels were altered, music changed, gameplay changed, much slower frame rate, and even whole different engines used. Even going to wii and wii u ports many things would have to be changed.
This is the exact same game with a lower but still smooth frame rate and reduced graphical effects. That's impressive and great for anyone who wants an alternate way to play doom or doesn't own the game yet.
Re: Nintendo of America Adds Some Halloween-Themed Switch eShop Discounts
Might get snake pass and will definitely get butcher.
Not the best sale but it's something.
Re: Rumour: LEGO Dimensions Has Apparently Been Killed Off
I think it did well initially but the enthusiasm for add on packs died off after some time. Can't expect expensive add ons for a years old game to keep selling.
Re: Rainway Streaming App Continues to Push the Switch Version, Teasing Cuphead Footage
Streaming apps like this are common in Android app stores and other devices. It's just a matter of whether Nintendo would be alright with it. It could bring more value to the system but Nintendo night think it's too complicated or would interfere with their business.
Re: Zerodiv Is Bringing Psikyo's Zero Gunner 2 To Switch
I love seeing more shmups on switch. Give us everything with tate mode.
Re: Deemo Will Bring a Musical Flourish to the Nintendo Switch Next Week
Will Deemo have a demo?
Re: Review: NeuroVoider (Switch eShop)
This seems to have a more in depth loot system than most similar games. Most of my currency earned has been from selling loot. You can upgrade loot and even generate random loot for a price. You can change classes midgame if you have a full set of loot for that class.
It makes the time between levels really interesting. Most games like this you're only given a few choices of loot to pick up but this is closer to a full rpg loot system.
It's a really solid game and cheaper than binding of isaac.
Re: Review: Strikers 1945 (Switch eShop)
I'd like tate mode to work with the joy cons docked. Ideally you should be able to play in tate with just one joy con. Right now you're forced to use both while they are connected. I don't know if I'm the only one that wanted to be able to play like this.
Re: Review: Slime-san (Switch eShop)
Definitely a quality game with lots of content and options. The game would have still been fun without all the extras but they really make the game world come alive and make the experience more personalized. Great game to play for a couple minutes on the go but can suck you in.
A few issues but they're being worked on.
Re: Feature: NES Mini Classics - Castlevania II: Simon's Quest
One of my favorite games. Most early zelda games had obscure puzzles too. I'm not big into zelda since I didn't have zelda on Nintendo when I was young. This was my zelda.
It has its flaws but does a lot right. Nice graphics and classic music. The day night cycle was unique and gave it more of a horror atmosphere at night. The castles were exciting and tough. Upgrades were a lot of fun and really felt earned. Figuring out a puzzle without a guide and getting to a new area felt awesome.
But, many puzzles are practically impossible without a guide and boss fights are mostly nothing special. Some travel felt tedious and having to use passwords was annoying.
It has its flaws but for me its strengths outweigh its weaknesses. A modern remake would be awesome.
Re: Kirby's 20th Anniversary Special Collection Doesn't Suck
Could have been better with some extra games but still a good offering. Plus there is the bonus minigame. Hope it's $30 or less.