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To be honest, micro SD requirement isn't such a big issue I think. Flash memory isn't cheap... so I don't see Nintendo will give 128GB options or something. At least, Nintendo opted for a standard micro SD card that we can find quite affordable right now and the price will be going down every year (some might even have spare micro SD lying around). Compare that to Apple for instance, adding $100 for each 128GB and no expansion whatsoever. Comparing to PS4 or Xbox One, they used traditional HDD, so in a way, it's kinda unfair to compare them to Switch portable nature (Wii U, yes, 32GB sucks there).

Besides, it's not like every game going forward will require this. I think Nintendo just give 3rd party the option and it depends entirely to each of them to think if adding additional data is worthed it, or that they will fit everything on cartridge by whatever means. Consumer might feel alienated seeing the micro SD requirement warning on the box, so that's one thing for 3rd party to consider. At least, there is that option now, so the catridge size won't be a restriction for 3rd party to bring their AAA game to Switch, which can be a good thing if you think about it.

I would play a plumber simulator featuring Mario!

Oh, ARMS is still on chart. That makes me happy. Good result for Switch and Splatoon 2!

Good for Switch, still selling as much as demand I guess. Splatoon 2 is a beast, it's like every Switch buyer also pick Splatoon 2, wonder how long this 1:1 will go. And I'm just happy to see ARMS in chart, hopefully for a long time. Can't wait to play the next character.

I haven't played football games in ages, but it might be a game I can play with my friend that is usually just play Fifa or PES. Still consider getting it.

That's... underwhelming...

They have a chance to make a big tournament using familiar name, promoting their competitive games like Splatoon 2, ARMS and even Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. But oh well...

I hope this is not the main gameplay and more of the side content. But well, doesn't matter, this is a game that I have to try out the HD rumble effect. Hope it comes to west though.

Wow, that is quite amazing. Pretty good voice acting too. It will be on my radar.

I just need a Min Min Amiibo in my life. Make it happen, Nintendo! As for the functionality, it won't bother me too much. Make it to just unlock, say... Min Min color schemes for all other characters will be a fun touch. Or they can make it unlock Min Min as the Grand Prix champion. Or do it like Smash Bros, so we can train our Min Min and beat those Twintelle Amiibo!

Come on Nintendo, gimme Min Min, please.

Okay, maybe I should stop with my Min Min obsession. Haha

I have a huge expectation on the younger generation at Nintendo. Stay fresh!

Well done Splatoon 2. Yeah, it is an amazink game and a very addictive one, even though I got splatted a lot. It's one game I have been wantink since the Wii U and happy to finally be able to play it on the Switch! Lovink it since launch!

Sweet result. And this considering the stock issues in Nintendo main markets too, especially Japan with long queue just for a raffle. Also happy to see ARMS passing 1 million! That also means it has about 1/4 attach rate, pretty cool for a new IP.

@ACK I think rush works quite okay in this case, if it got any easier to cancel rush, anyone can just spam attack whenever rush is coming. I like the current way, if we can move away from direct hit, then we can attack or grab from the side to cancel it.

If anything, there is this trick that I see a lot of high ranked player use to ensure guaranteed rush: do a grab -> we response with punch to cancel the grab -> rush, which cancel our punch -> guaranteed hit. I think that is one technique that need to be nerfed, seems like the ARMS returns too quickly after we cancel the grab. I also encounter a couple of times that successful grab can be switched to rush immediately, which also another guaranteed hit.

Congrats for the big N! Will be interesting to see the holiday sales.

I have spent more than 50 hours on ARMS, so I'll say it definitely worth the $60 it asked for. Not to mention new DLC and mode going forward.

I'm not sure why people think the ARMS second week is bad, of course it will drop, any game did. The question is how long can ARMS keep this going, probably not long with Splatoon 2 coming, but if it could stay in chart and keep selling throughout the year, I think it did well.

Nice guide there!

I think investor will be disappointed if they hoped Nintendo will focus more on mobile. Most of their resources is definitely on full fledged console games. Still, Nintendo won't ditch mobile completely as it gives them a great exposure.

I dig this, will be on my watch. A sequel with pencil color style will be awesome!

Shame about Ever Oasis, but glad to see ARMS hanging there. Go go ARMS!

Bluetooth might add delay to the sound, especially if it needs channel mixing with voice chat from phone. As clunky as this thing is, I think it is the only workable solution to be able to enjoy voice chat while still able to listen to the in game sound, without introducing any delay.

Of course best solution will be having the Switch handle voice chat directly. Perhaps that is what Reggie hinted at.

@Fandabidozi I'm sure I will

Good news for ARMS! It certainly have Splatoon-like appeal in it, and hopefully it will reach as well. Even just 50% of what Splatoon have done will be a great success for ARMS. I'm a fan of it since the introduction and happy to see it doing relatively well.

I also love Splatoon since the introduction, but never have access to it since I don't have a Wii U, however next month I'll finally be able to play it. Can't wait!

@KirbyTheVampire I think it just about the placement, Kirby is one of the first new game to show, while Yoshi is shown directly after Metroid Prime 4 reveal, easily overshadow anything comes next. The situation might easily in Yoshi favor if it shows first. Both games looked good anyway!

Will need a physical keyboard, as the virtual one in Switch is terrible. I don't know why I keep mistyping there, and never have the same problem with iPhone or Android virtual keyboard.

Anyway this can be quite fun... As a programmer in my day job, I have to admit that I have lost a lot of my passion in it, so I'll see if this might spark my interest in exploring something new, hopefully even learn other language.

Well, it appears that Switch can't run two apps simultaneously... So...

Portable only and I'll be more than happy. Please more Lawton, Level 5!

It's unfortunate that World won't come to Switch, but think of it another way, they might not announce Switch support because they are trying to sell XX right now in Japan. Well, one can hope, right?

I hope XX will get localized soon. And another hope that they have another plan for Switch MH entry. Man... all these news were such a blow to Nintendo fans. It seems Nintendo will carry Switch by themselves again.

It's pretty cool, but for some reason, it also looked a bit bland compared to the more colorful entries on 3DS. Wonder if this is spin-off or a mainline entry. Still hopeful that MH5 will come for Switch though.

Day one for sure. My ARMS are ready, June 16th can't come soon enough.

Hopefully, we'll be able to preload this.

Well, there is a lot of Ninjara for sure. There is plenty that uses Twintelle at first, but seems like a lot of them switch to the more familiar character later.

Ribbon Girl is a tough enemy to beat, wide range of movement and small target, she is quite hard to hit. Add to that a quick Slapamander to slap her opponent. Mechanica is not as quick, but isn't that Master Mummy slow either. Her ARMS seems to be all heavy hitter and can easily overwhelm a smaller opponent.

I found a lot of Min Min in the first round of Testpunch but it seems a lot of them moved away on the second round. I kept my loyalty to Min Min though and find her as good as any other at beating her opponents. Ram Ram is definitely my favorite ARMS, while the Dragon is great for scoring long range attack.

@Anti-Matter and bam, Monster Hunter XX announced for Switch... Haha... I think they always want some portability factor for Monster Hunter game, which is why it is perfect for Switch.

They should just make a main Monster Hunter for Switch, and bam... Millions seller there. I refuse to believe Capcom will be stupid enough not to make a Monster Hunter game available for Switch.

Min Min of course...

Looks cool, though a smaller one that doubles Switch battery should be sufficient enough (i.e a 6000 mAh one). Looking at the spec which it says to add 390g to Switch, especially on handheld mode seems like a terrible idea.

This is pretty cool. Once it's setup, it's easy to switch (pun not intended). Good going Nintendo!

Awesome works! The joy-con already addresses VR control, so the missing part is screen resolution and power. This won't be realistic right now, but if Switch iteration is quick, i.e 2-3 years each with the same OS inside but improved display and specs (think like iOS device with yearly updates), it could happens. Generation separated console should be a thing of past already.

I think they reveal this too soon, but bring it on!

It's actually worse than I expected. I'm sure Switch can do better than that, but again this is a port... So well... Not really care though, I don't plan to own any console other than Switch anyway.

And here I am refreshing Amazon a couple of times a day, to see if I get a chance of preorder opening. I hope I'll be able to secure one at launch day and didn't have to pay ridiculous price demanded by scalper.

Regarding 3DS co-existing, I'm sure they will for a while. But not for that long, I guess 2 years until the game releases dry out. At that time, they will probably release a Switch Mini at $200.

Waiting for Amazon PO to open... guess I missed it

It was portable device, we can't exactly expect it to be on par with PS4 performance. At most, they could only be as good as the latest iPad.

Anyway, I'll be happy to see it updated every 2 years or so. They sort of did it with the New 3DS anyway, so nothing stop them to do the same thing with Switch.

Well, it's a live event, of course they wanted the most convenient time in their country. I think it doesn't matter that much, coverage will comes a bit later, but it will still covered by mainstream media. Social media trending might be a bit divided though, as some will tweet live and some will tweet later. If they could keep the trending up all day, it will be awesome, but I'm a bit worried the trend won't reach the peak it deserved and spread out too much instead. Let's see how it goes, I'm excited! Bring it on Ninty

I think it's a decent price, Nintendo seems to really polish this game up and might just made the best runner game. They keep Mario from being too cheap, yet not to be point of competing with the full game. I hope it will be a success.

@Anti-Matter create a new Google account and use VPN when logged in to that account. You can gain access to US Play Store that way.

Liberation Maiden and Attack of the Friday Monsters were both great little game. Highly recommended these, esp at this bargain price.

I'll be all for it if it is the full feature length animation, like the cut scenes is. Hollywood movie though, just no... please

Nintendo drops dedicated game console and go full-blown on mobile games, Nintendo shares up 100%. That will be the headline I expect investor are happy with.

The design is great, sleek and looks ellegant. I think that is what they need, sleek console that people want to take around. The name though... why? First Switch, which is odd for a console name. Then Joy-Con??? ROFL. Anyway, I'm SOLD.

Nice list! I saw Autodesk, isn't that the company that make art software like Sketchbook? I wonder if that means stylus input is confirmed.

I'm in for the HYPE