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@Gamer_Griff On December 4th when I start playing it!

@Spider-Kev Strong words, but simply phenomenal your ability to read dead peoples minds. Where did you learn that?

It's so funny, even as the article drops the hint that this is not about GKCs, so many seem to be automatically triggered to melodramatically proclaim that because of GKCs the situation is "a nightmare", "disgusting", "awful". Or ridiculous stuff like "Key Card is like the game doesn’t exist". Do you even play the games you buy or just display them on your shelves?

@datamonkey I wouldn‘t shoot you even if it weren‘t true.

@OldGamer999 I can understand your desire for such hardware capabilities, but it makes no sense for Nintendo. They will want the expriences of docked and portable play as similar to each other as they can be. That’s the whole point of the Switch, it‘s core DNA so to say. And as someone who mostly plays in handheld I also want that. If a game only runs really well in docked mode I‘m rather be p***ed, better not bring it to Switch then.

@BigJobz2000 Hahaha, mine too when I read the article! They really make it sound like it‘s OoT‘s anniversary. @Truegamer79 Sorry for making you feel old, too. We‘ll be Ninty gramps soon enough.

It‘s Ocarina of Time‘s 40th anniversary already? Wow, time flies …

@Potimarron No, obviously not. Just look at stuff like DK Bananza (where they could have just gone with another platformer in the traditional sense), Drag & Drive (a dual-mouse-wheelchair-basketball game) or even Zelda Echoes of Wisdom (with it's copy ability and massive deviation from the standard formula and even main protagonist). Or what about Kirby Air Riders and Metroid Prime 4 as their holiday titles this year? Both not really save bets and more in the "F-Zero" leftfield category, don't you think? And F-Zero 99 is actually still pretty recent, by the way.

I also think that people often make the mistake of confusing products (games, movies, music) that appeal to a large audience because they are geared towards the lowest common denominator, with those that contain something that has a universal resonance with people. I think much of what Nintendo does falls in the latter category.

It's the same in movies where many of the production "value" heavy blockbusters fall absolutely flat. You just need a good script, capable actors and someone who understands the language of cinema (and is willing to take a risk now and then) and can shoot a hit on a modest budget. And Nintendo understand the language of games better than most. It has so often been that I think a game looks really gorgeous and interesting, but in actuality plays like a**.

It's what I love about Nintendo's games and I often find it jarring going into big AAA 3rd party releases – something like Hogwarts Legacy – and how clunky and unintuitive they feel.

With his red hair Akuma does look a little bit like Ronald McDonald …

Halo‘s main protagonist, he‘s so …expressive! 😆 Never really had any interest in this series.

@TheWokesterGamer Agree, they should really split. But with how successful their games have been and EA having their claws in them, this will probably remain a fiction in the foreseeable future. And I'm really sorry for the bad pun. 😉

I am deeply conflicted. I want to play Split Fiction, but I don't want to put ANY money in EAs pocket.😩 Guess I have to remain principled. I'm not opposed to all uses of AI, but currently and as a whole it's moving in all the wrong directions and putting money in the pockets of a small number of people who are actively ***** up the world for the rest of us.

I'm all for a complete game, but I actually also wouldn't mind if they decided to release a boatload of new tracks a couple of years down the line. The one does not have to exclude the other and it doesn't make the original game any less complete …

One game I‘m really excited about! Been jealously eyeing other systems getting a port … On card or not on card, don‘t care. But happy for all who do.

It's on the European e-shop now too for 39,99 €.

@canaryfarmer Thanks a lot! Only have Pinball FX3 on Switch, because the newer one was supposed to run poorly in comparison. Will definitely give it a try on Switch 2 as there are several tables that look cool. Have to try TATE mode in table top with the new stand as well. Hopefully there will one day be a new Flip Grip for Switch 2 also.

Sounds great! One to use my SwOLED with Flip Grip for Tate Mode. Hardly touched my Switch since Switch 2 came out. Always loved a good pinball game since Pinball Dreams/Fantasies on Amiga 500.

Wrapping up Act 2 of Silksong (over 50 hours in) unless I get sidetracked again and find another boss in a hidden corner. Just stumbled upon renniS tsriF ehT (don‘t know how to set spoiler alerts, so I typed backwards 😉) two days ago and she put up a hell of a fight. It‘s still a wild mix between wanting to rage quit, discovery and triumph over adversity.
Happy Gaming!

The angry "fans" and all their spitting and spiting are DOOMED it seems. Enjoy your misery, we'll be happily playing our Swtich 2. Fantastic first 4 1/2 months it's been.

Insta buy! Looks awesome and we‘re finally getting new indie games taking full advantage of the new hardware.

@FantasiaWHT AI software is created to generate profit. Huuuuuuge difference!

@somnambulance Not entirely uncommon, I absolutely feel the same about the last two entries in the series. I enjoyed Village far more than for example RE4 Remake or even the Village DLC which went back to third person. The immersion is simply on another level.

Although I like SpongeBob only in passing, I think the game looks dope!

Good! 😉 Too many indie gems atm anyways.

@WiltonRoots You too, cheers!

@WiltonRoots Now we just have to convince the others, that that‘s the way to go … but who am I kidding.

@SterlingEyes You can do it, I believe in you! You‘re the Ultimate Warrior after all.

I have a date this weekend … with the Last Judge. Hope it goes well! 😆

Is this of any consequence to us here in Europe?
Anyways, all the best for her!

The new HD rumble of the Switch 2 is marvellous and especially how Team Cherry has implemented it in Silksong! Really heightens the level of immersion.

@Coffee-Waffle Does it come on a t-shirt? It would sell like hotcakes around here.

That's really pretty! Still have to play the game. Have it on Switch and iOS and the concept/core gameplay mechanic is really intriguing.

@The_Nintendo_Pedant I like "majoritarian"! It's certainly an insult to any self-respecting gamer sitting in their solitary cave …
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@WiltonRoots Me too, it feels rather inconvenient to have to swap cartridges anyways. So I don't care about Key Cards and physical not much either (though I like my Mario Maker 2 steel book edition). Unless there's a sweet sale. I also don't have a problem with limited SD space (or see it as offloading cost to consumer) as long as a sizeable number of games fit. Much less analysis paralysis or choice fatigue. I can download and have at my fingertips whatever I currently intend to play with the rest hanging happily in the clouds. I would only archive once there's a server shut down. Highly unlikely any time soon.

@WiltonRoots I think we were very well on topic … but rather in a meta sort of way. 😉

@SBandy1 There's certainly a discussion to be had about the name … But I'm actually curious about the game and I like their dedication. You're not always matching your original vision on a first attempt in any project. They decided it was worthy enough to pursue further. I wish them all the luck! Hopefully it turns out great, for them and for us.

@KociolekDoSyta Valid topic, yes. But blown out of all proportion atm.

"They're rightfully bringing this up every now and then." Every now and then? Now you are poking fun.

@WiltonRoots That would be neat. Should be suggested in the forum under "Ideas for the site".

@KociolekDoSyta You seem to be a collector. Then maybe we just relate differently to games. I simply like playing them and don't care much about how they are delivered. Like I like a cold lager, no matter if it comes in a glass or straight from the bottle. My real gripe is with how inflammatory this topic is, how inflammatory this article was designed to rile people up and how it detracts from what the main focus here should be: games.

@KociolekDoSyta No, I was just poking you a little. Wasn't that obvious? 😩 Your investment in this topic does amuse me a bit, if I'm perfectly honest.

@SegaBlueSky Me too. Hopefully it also applies to the demo (though it should, right?). But in the full game the difference (again I only tested handheld so far) is night and day.

@KociolekDoSyta "even tho I don't and won't own Switch 2" But you're spending your time on a Nintendo fansite decrying a "storage" medium for a system you won't ever own? @uncleMike must have really hit a nerve there.

Edit: "Dignity? Yes, people who aren't buying GKC are the ones who have dignity." In your case dignity does not even come into play. If you bought a Key Card you would be plain stupid as you do not own the system. What are we even talking about here?

Finally! This looks fantastic (Switch 2 handheld). The frames were buttery smooth to begin with and now it also looks the part. A huuuuuge step up. All the jaggedy edges, low res menu screens etc. are gone and only the beautiful art style shines. Once I'm done with Silksong I will jump right in.

@McBurn Otherwise, peoples‘ heads would likely go pop.

Thanks NL! Another wonderful comment thread coming up. And you‘ve really outdone yourselves with the cover-image, not inciting anything at all. 🙄

Edit: And applause, this article has of right now farmed more engagement than the review of Hades 2, one of the most highly anticipated games of the year.

@Tyranexx It’s free on Netflix, if you have an active subscription.
Edit: Well at least here in Europe.

You're called "Nintendolife" after all, what do you expect from Sega!? Oh right, no that was the 90's … 🤔

@Friendly Totally agree, I don‘t like that frizzy look and it schouldn‘t be too difficult to fix (uneducated guess 😉). C’mon Capcom, give us some shiny curls!