Great article! I’ve always admired the studio and their games from afar, but have never taken the plunge and played one for myself. I really want to get into the Xenoblade series. I might begin with 3 and work my way backwards.
This genuinely looks like a great Pokémon game. The only thing I don’t like is the diamond pokemon thing, but everything else I’m very much excited for. The NPCs look to be the best in a while.
Animal Crossing, Hades, and A Short Hike. I Am Dead I just purchased, and am looking forward to getting into that. I'll catch up on Paper Mario and Xenoblade eventually. A solid year all around!
@Clyde_Radcliffe I couldn't agree more lol. I've always wanted to own more than one console, and this generation I was finally able to. It's been fun, but I definitely can't keep up with all the consoles have to offer, whether it's time or money. Whenever I upgrade to the next generation I'll only be getting one.
This is really impressive, and I can't say I'm surprised. It's an amazing console and appeals to people of all ages. It's becoming one of my favorites ever.
@MisterWhen That was a looong time ago under much different leadership. Clearly Rare, and the other first party studios Microsoft acquired, are all in a much better place now.
This was the first generation I didn't like immediately, but after playing them, and the sequels, they became one of my favorites. I really wish I still had my copies. I have always wanted to go back and play through all the DS Pokemon games.
This is the only one in the collection I haven't played, so I'm really looking forward to getting into it. I was hoping for a Sunshine remaster, but this will have to do!
@Panopticon I would say the game playing out a very specific event that is a huge part of the Breath of the Wild lore confirms this will be a canon game.
@kingeo What makes you think this mean no Wind Waker? If there will be a Wind Waker port, it will most likely come next year for Zelda's 35th anniversary.
@tanaka2687 yeah that's probably the most interesting game they have made in years. Even though it looks like a carbon copy of Breath of the Wild lol which says a lot about how I view their games.
I actually think this looks fun. I'll definitely give this a try. I've played this style of game before, and had a decent time. I can totally understand the frustration with the direction the series is taking lately. With all the mobile games, and the mixed reception to Sword/Shield..which I actually really liked. Hopefully next major game they will have a Diamond and Pearl Remake, or a more open world type of game to get a lot of people back on board with the series.
Who would have thought that making games about one of the most popular series of all time would be a good idea! Finally, EA realizes they were wasting their deal with the Star Wars IP.
I haven't played Animal Crossing in a couple of days, so I really want to get back into that. Will also be continuing my playthrough of Pokemon Sword. Have a great weekend everyone!
@Heavyarms55 I agree with you completely! I am loving my time with Pokemon Sword. As someone who didn't really like Sun and Moon, Sword and Shield is a nice return to form.
My favourite Mario games of all time. They are both masterpieces, and among the best games I've ever played. I would love nothing more than to play them again on the switch without the motion controls.
I like to play online, but I'll renew it when their online service is as good as Xbox 360, or when their Virtual console offerings are half as good as it was on the Wii.
I picked up the Digimon Cyber Sleuth on switch recently when they were on sale, and am having a great time with it so far. I have never played a Digimon game before, despite being a fan of it growing up. Beyond that, maybe I'll finally get Animal Crossing?
Started a new game of Alpha Sapphire recently. Still my favorite generation. I haven't really played much of the last few Pokemon games, maybe i'll get into some of those soon..
Continuing the adventure in Pokemon Sword. Have three badges now, and am really loving it so far. Will also probably pick up Stardew Valley on sale, and Box Boy on 3DS.
This really looks fantastic. 30 dollars for two great looking expansions, and people are complaining they should be free? All of this new content looks really great, and will keep me playing this game for a long long time.
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Re: Talking Point: Do You Have A New Go-To Racer In Mario Kart World?
Is Diddy Kong not in this game ?!
Re: Review: Aka – Ponder And Wander In A Cosy Open World That Needs Some TLC
I’ll wait for the patches, but I am definitely going to buy this! I was sold on the art style alone.
Re: Feature: The History Of Monolith Soft - From Baten Kaitos To Xenoblade And Zelda
Great article! I’ve always admired the studio and their games from afar, but have never taken the plunge and played one for myself. I really want to get into the Xenoblade series. I might begin with 3 and work my way backwards.
Re: Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Trailer Introduces Us To Rival Team, Victory Road, And More
This genuinely looks like a great Pokémon game. The only thing I don’t like is the diamond pokemon thing, but everything else I’m very much excited for. The NPCs look to be the best in a while.
Re: Feature: Which Region Has The Best Pokédex? Every Pokédex, Ranked From Best To Worst
TEAM HOENN FOR LIFE
Re: Feature: A Pokémon Retrospective: Generation 3 - 2002 To 2006
I just discovered these awesome retrospectives, and I just want to say GEN 3 IS THE BEST GEN!
Re: Former Nintendo Of America Boss Reggie To Appear On G4TV Next Week
I love the new G4, and I love Reggie. I'll be tuning in.
Re: Talking Point: Is The New Switch Lite Blue, Or Purple?
Oh great. I just bought the grey switch lite a couple of weeks ago, and now this amazing color comes out!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 23rd)
I'll probably continue playing some Pokemon Sword. I really want to finish it up before diving into the DLC. Have a great weekend everyone!
Re: Almost 4,000 People Have Ranked Their Top Starter Pokémon - Here Are The Results
Glad to see my guy Treeko so highly rated. I didn't expect that. Gen 3 starters are my favorite.
Re: Reminder: What's The Best Switch Game Of 2020? It's Time To Rate Your Favourites
Animal Crossing, Hades, and A Short Hike. I Am Dead I just purchased, and am looking forward to getting into that. I'll catch up on Paper Mario and Xenoblade eventually. A solid year all around!
Re: Switch Owners "Most Likely" To Own A Rival Console, 2020 Study Shows
@Clyde_Radcliffe I couldn't agree more lol. I've always wanted to own more than one console, and this generation I was finally able to. It's been fun, but I definitely can't keep up with all the consoles have to offer, whether it's time or money. Whenever I upgrade to the next generation I'll only be getting one.
Re: The Game Awards GOTY Is The Last Of Us Part 2
Well deserved. It's the best game I've ever played. Some of these comments are, well, not surprising lol.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 31st)
I'll be playing Animal Crossing, and Pokemon Sword. Have a great weekend everyone!
Re: Ruined King: A League of Legends Story Gives LoL A Turn-Based RPG Twist In Early 2021
I've always wanted to try this series out, and this looks like a good place to start. Looking forward to it.
Re: Switch Has Now Been The Best-Selling Console In The US For 22 Consecutive Months - That's A New Record
This is really impressive, and I can't say I'm surprised. It's an amazing console and appeals to people of all ages. It's becoming one of my favorites ever.
Re: Reminder: Bandai Namco's Summer Switch Sale Ends Today, Get Up To 84% Off (North America)
Are the problems with Ni No Kuni fixed? I had read around launch there were some bugs that caused crashing and losing save data.
Re: Microsoft Has Just Bought Bethesda, Giving It Doom, Fallout, Elder Scrolls And Wolfenstein
@MisterWhen That was a looong time ago under much different leadership. Clearly Rare, and the other first party studios Microsoft acquired, are all in a much better place now.
Re: Anniversary: Pokémon Black And White Are Now 10 Years Old
This was the first generation I didn't like immediately, but after playing them, and the sequels, they became one of my favorites. I really wish I still had my copies. I have always wanted to go back and play through all the DS Pokemon games.
Re: Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings Of Ruin Hits Switch Summer 2021
I love this more than the mainline series, so really excited about this!
Re: Video: Super Mario 3D All-Stars Gets A New Sunshine-Specific Commercial
This is the only one in the collection I haven't played, so I'm really looking forward to getting into it. I was hoping for a Sunshine remaster, but this will have to do!
Re: Nintendo Reveals Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, A New Zelda Set 100 Years Before Breath Of The Wild
@Panopticon I would say the game playing out a very specific event that is a huge part of the Breath of the Wild lore confirms this will be a canon game.
Re: Nintendo Reveals Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, A New Zelda Set 100 Years Before Breath Of The Wild
@kingeo What makes you think this mean no Wind Waker? If there will be a Wind Waker port, it will most likely come next year for Zelda's 35th anniversary.
Re: Nintendo Reveals Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, A New Zelda Set 100 Years Before Breath Of The Wild
@Panopticon What makes you think this won't be be canon? It's clearly a Breath of the Wild prequel.
Re: Nintendo Reveals Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, A New Zelda Set 100 Years Before Breath Of The Wild
This is a really cool surprise. Never played a Warriors game, but a Breath of the Wild prequel ..I mean c'mon I'm all in!
Re: Nintendo Reveals Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, A Game Set 100 Years Before Breath Of The Wild
@Shamrock You're kidding, right?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 29th)
Will be playing A Short Hike, and maybe some more Pokemon Sword as well. Have a great weekend everyone!
Re: Red And Green Voted Most Popular Pokémon Games In Japanese Poll
My favorite generation has always been Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald.
Re: Reminder: Ubisoft Forward Airs Today - An "E3-Style" Showcase Featuring News, Reveals And Much More
Beyond Good and Evil 2 news would be cool, but I also am not crazy about what that game has turned into.
Re: Reminder: Ubisoft Forward Airs Today - An "E3-Style" Showcase Featuring News, Reveals And Much More
@tanaka2687 yeah that's probably the most interesting game they have made in years. Even though it looks like a carbon copy of Breath of the Wild lol which says a lot about how I view their games.
Re: Random: Niantic Got Rian Johnson To Direct A Pokémon GO Commercial
@meeto_1 not a hot take at all. He is a fantastic director and writer.
Re: TiMi Studios Describes Pokémon Unite As An 'Unprecedented Opportunity And Challenge'
I actually think this looks fun. I'll definitely give this a try. I've played this style of game before, and had a decent time. I can totally understand the frustration with the direction the series is taking lately. With all the mobile games, and the mixed reception to Sword/Shield..which I actually really liked. Hopefully next major game they will have a Diamond and Pearl Remake, or a more open world type of game to get a lot of people back on board with the series.
Re: EA Intends To "Double Down" On Star Wars Video Game Development
Who would have thought that making games about one of the most popular series of all time would be a good idea! Finally, EA realizes they were wasting their deal with the Star Wars IP.
Re: Looks Like We're Finally Getting A New Zoids Game In The West
Wow, okay I totally forgot about Zoids. Was really into this a kid. I'll definitely give this game a shot when it releases.
Re: 'Pokémon Presents' Live Presentation Teased For Tomorrow, 17th June
Diamond and Pearl remakes?? A guy can dream...
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 6th)
I haven't played Animal Crossing in a couple of days, so I really want to get back into that. Will also be continuing my playthrough of Pokemon Sword. Have a great weekend everyone!
Re: The Pokémon Company Just Recorded Its Second Best Year In History
@Heavyarms55 I agree with you completely! I am loving my time with Pokemon Sword. As someone who didn't really like Sun and Moon, Sword and Shield is a nice return to form.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 30th)
I've been slowly playing Animal Crossing New Horizons and Pokemon Sword. I am having a great time with both.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 30th)
@Guitar_bard How do you like Fantasy Life? I've been thinking about picking that one up.
Re: Feature: Super Mario Galaxy 2 - 10 Years Of Nintendo's Straightest, Greatest Sequel
My favourite Mario games of all time. They are both masterpieces, and among the best games I've ever played. I would love nothing more than to play them again on the switch without the motion controls.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 23rd)
Animal Crossing New Horizons and Pokemon Sword. Having a great time with both.
Re: Nintendo Says It Will Continue To Increase The Appeal Of The Switch Online Service
I like to play online, but I'll renew it when their online service is as good as Xbox 360, or when their Virtual console offerings are half as good as it was on the Wii.
Re: Harvest Moon: One World Announced For Nintendo Switch
@Nintemma Wow, that's a lot I wasn't aware of! Thanks so much for the reply, i'll definitely check out those games you mentioned.
Re: Harvest Moon: One World Announced For Nintendo Switch
I've never played a Harvest Moon game before, but just yesterday I was thinking I'd like to try one. I look forward for more info
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 9th)
I picked up the Digimon Cyber Sleuth on switch recently when they were on sale, and am having a great time with it so far. I have never played a Digimon game before, despite being a fan of it growing up. Beyond that, maybe I'll finally get Animal Crossing?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 2nd)
Started a new game of Alpha Sapphire recently. Still my favorite generation. I haven't really played much of the last few Pokemon games, maybe i'll get into some of those soon..
Re: Shigesato Itoi's Company Announces The Mother Project - Includes Book And "Other News" Before The End Of 2020
@Creature Yeah lol I was excited for it to be an art book or something like that, when I saw it was just scripts..just more disappointment
Re: Fire Emblem's Byleth Confirmed As Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's 5th DLC Fighter
Hey, at least we got Banjo Kazooie
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 11th)
Continuing the adventure in Pokemon Sword. Have three badges now, and am really loving it so far. Will also probably pick up Stardew Valley on sale, and Box Boy on 3DS.
Re: Pokémon Sword And Shield Is Getting An Expansion Pass, And It Looks Mighty
This really looks fantastic. 30 dollars for two great looking expansions, and people are complaining they should be free?
All of this new content looks really great, and will keep me playing this game for a long long time.