I’ve been steadily playing Ni No Kuni since I got my Switch last month. I’m on the part of the game where everything really gets into gear - I love the story.
My 3DS will also be getting some love. I picked up Hey Pikmin last year and every week I’ve been doing a level or two. It’s not a classic but it has steadily grown on me and I’ve had a lot of fun with it.
@shonenjump86 I’ve completed LM1 & LM2 and currently playing through LM3.
For me, LM2 was definitely a lot harder than LM3. But it was really inventive and it looks gorgeous in 3D.
There are some valid criticisms of LM2 but, if you have the time I think it’s worth getting into. And the humour is really well done in LM2, something few people mention when talking about it.
I’ll be buying this at the end of the month - it’s on sale until then. I’ve been looking Going out for this one for some time and glad to see the review confirms it’s a must buy.
I picked up Xenoblade for the N3DS in 2019. And it took up six months of my life - but this six months really touched me as I was so invested in the story and the characters.
I may have to agree that for me it was the game of the decade too. And, I will be getting XC2 at the end of the year.
I’ve headed back to my 3DS for some Monster Hunter 4. As I just finished Bayonetta on the Switch (blasted through that in a few days) I’m in that mood to keep hacking and slashing.
Also doing a bit of Mario Rabbids. I picked that up in the Christmas sale and I’m having a great time with it.
I loved this game. And Tharja. Obviously. And also so glad it saved such a great franchise. Was not that hot on Fates but loved Shadows of Valentia. Yet to pick up Three Houses though.
I picked up Mario Rabbids as at that price it was a steal.
Also got Blossom Tales - a little gem - for almost free as I juiced my gold coins.
I was so tempted to pick up City Skylines, also on sale, but as a new Switch owner my backlog is huge and City Skylines is just too much at the moment.
@San_D I would also love to see the SNES Fire Emblems (Genealogy of the Holy War and Thracia 776) given a remake much like Fire Emblem Gaiden was remade for the 3DS - I really loved Shadows of Valentina!
I’ve never played them but they have a popularity in the FE community and much of the series staples stems from these titles.
I’m a first time purchaser of the Switch Lite - ordered mine this week and I’ve not had a switch previously (instead catching up on my 3DS backlog)
For me, always gaming in handheld mode (too busy for home console, too much of a connoisseur for mobile phones) the Lite was a perfect fit for me. And the price point is just right too!
Finished Xenoblade on the 3DS last week. Awesome. Just started Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate - proving to be very interesting and will keep me occupied until I buy my Switch next month
I think it shows what a good leader Iawata was. Although Regggie has a difference of opinion he respected it and that autonomy essentially gave the Wii era the success it had.
@Bucket Played and completed DQ7. It is a bit of a grind and it does require a kind of ‘clear the decks’ approach in order to complete it.
I know it’s hard with all the great games available but if you dedicate yourself to DQ7 for a week or so, you’ll get really immersed in the game and will want to complete it. But it is a 100 hour game.
I am the exact target audience for the Lite. I’m exclusively a portable gamer and have not upgraded from the 3DS.
I travel a lot so I do not have time for a sit down session of gaming plus with two toddlers I need to hide my things in hard to reach places. A home console would just get wrecked by my family 😜
I will be getting accessories like the SD Card this month and the Lite next month. Cannot wait to finally play Breath of the Wild!
I love playing my 3DS. Two systems and eight years of memories. In the age of mobile gaming, against the odds, this plucky little system kept Nintendo alive and allowed the company to grace us with the Switch.
But whilst I can see myself playing the 3DS for many moons to come, I am looking forward to ‘Switching’ this Autumn when the Lite is released.
@Guitar_bard I’m about 120 hours into Xenoblade. As I fly a lot, those airport lounges have been great for getting through this and the 3DS’ awesome RPG library.
I have found Xenoblade so absorbing and one of the reasons I am looking forward to the Switch Lite is to play Xenoblade 2 on the go.
Stella Glow. I downloaded it about a month ago when it was on sale but did not play it until now as I’ve bern churning through my 3DS backlog (I’ve seen the credits for three games in the last month).
I have to say I am impressed with it so far - a cool JRP - even though it’s a little kinky 🤨
I have and I am still having a great time with my 3DS. All good things must come to an end but I can still see myself playing this wonderful machine for years to come.
I am eyeing this one. Loved Awakening (introduced me to the franchise), liked Fates and loved Echoes.
I do hope that more games from previous eras are rereleased like Gaiden was as being a relative newbie I really appreciated seeing some of the history of the series.
Like I have said before, the price point of the 3ds makes it exceptional value. And there’s a ton of games retailing at low prices.
My last three games were Fire Emblem Warriors, Mario and Luigi Paper Jam and Hey Pikmin. All three titles - physical - come in at £12-14 in stores or online.
For £100 it is easy to pick up a 2ds (with a pack in game and free SD Card for e-shop) and two retail games - many are AAA titles like Zelda or Animal Crossing. A bargain and from Nintendo’s point of view a no-effort way to make cash.
@kirbygirl Just finished Codename STEAM. Considering I got this game on sale - well worth it.
STEAM does have flaws - mostly technical - but a lot of charm at the same time. If Intelligent Systems has ironed them out, this could have been the start of a great franchise.
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Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 18th)
I’ve been steadily playing Ni No Kuni since I got my Switch last month. I’m on the part of the game where everything really gets into gear - I love the story.
My 3DS will also be getting some love. I picked up Hey Pikmin last year and every week I’ve been doing a level or two. It’s not a classic but it has steadily grown on me and I’ve had a lot of fun with it.
Re: Tired Of Luigi's Mansion 3's Boss Fights? This Glitch Lets You Skip One
@shonenjump86 I’ve completed LM1 & LM2 and currently playing through LM3.
For me, LM2 was definitely a lot harder than LM3. But it was really inventive and it looks gorgeous in 3D.
There are some valid criticisms of LM2 but, if you have the time I think it’s worth getting into. And the humour is really well done in LM2, something few people mention when talking about it.
Re: Review: To The Moon - A Powerful Interactive Story You Really Need To Experience
I’ll be buying this at the end of the month - it’s on sale until then. I’ve been looking Going out for this one for some time and glad to see the review confirms it’s a must buy.
Re: Feature: Game Of The Decade Staff Picks - Xenoblade Chronicles
I picked up Xenoblade for the N3DS in 2019. And it took up six months of my life - but this six months really touched me as I was so invested in the story and the characters.
I may have to agree that for me it was the game of the decade too. And, I will be getting XC2 at the end of the year.
Re: Feature: Game Of The Decade Staff Picks - The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
It’s on my list to buy. Will probably get this in 2021.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 11th)
I’ve headed back to my 3DS for some Monster Hunter 4. As I just finished Bayonetta on the Switch (blasted through that in a few days) I’m in that mood to keep hacking and slashing.
Also doing a bit of Mario Rabbids. I picked that up in the Christmas sale and I’m having a great time with it.
Re: Nintendo Download: 9th January (Europe)
Picked up Okami HD on sale so I can get to finally play that classic. Loved Okamiden on the DS so I’ll be glad to sink my teeth into this one.
Would’ve loved to buy RE4 but I’m too broke after Christmas. I’ll wait for Capcom’s next sale before picking that one up.
Re: Level-5 Realises Fans Don't Like Delays, But Does It To Make Its Games Better
I love Level 5. Their games always have a great story attached and they can pack one hell of an emotional punch.
Re: Feature: Game Of The Decade Staff Picks - Fire Emblem: Awakening
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I loved this game. And Tharja. Obviously. And also so glad it saved such a great franchise. Was not that hot on Fates but loved Shadows of Valentia. Yet to pick up Three Houses though.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 4th)
Ni no Kuni. Just love that game. I picked up Mario Rabbids in the sale and I’ve been having a blast!
Also a bit of Monster Hunter 4 on my 3ds. I’ve almost finished it and I want to see the credits roll.
Re: Ni no Kuni Anime Movie Arrives On Netflix Later This Month
I’m playing the hell out of this game. And with this animation’s release on Netflix, the wife and me now have a date night.😘
Re: Reminder: Nintendo's Huge Festive Switch Sale Ends Today, More Than 700 Games Discounted (Europe)
I picked up Mario Rabbids as at that price it was a steal.
Also got Blossom Tales - a little gem - for almost free as I juiced my gold coins.
I was so tempted to pick up City Skylines, also on sale, but as a new Switch owner my backlog is huge and City Skylines is just too much at the moment.
Re: Feature: Our Most Anticipated Nintendo Switch Games Of 2020
@Incoherent1 I enjoyed my time with New Leaf but I’m uncertain if I want New Horizons and I still turn on
my 3DS yo play it anyway.
For me Bayonetta 3 is high on my must haves.
Re: Talking Point: Nintendo Switch Online Took A Step Forward In 2019, But It's Not There Yet
Having just bought my Switch (Lite) I have no desire to subscribe to the online service.
As much as I love the NES and SNES games from my childhood, I already have them owned through virtual console.
However if there were N64 or more impressively GC games, then I might snap at a subscription.
Re: UK Charts: Call Of Duty Rules The Final Chart Of 2019 As Luigi And Mario Hold Firm
Compared to say four or five years ago, to see that many exclusive Nintendo titles in the U.K. top 10 is pretty astounding.
Re: Feature: The Best Hidden Gems And Underrated Switch Games Of 2019
@cyrus_zuo I’ve just started Ni No Kuni and I’m having a blast. I can’t wait to experience this story - I love Level 5 games anyway
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Christmas? (Special Edition 2019)
Monster Hunter 4 on my 3DS...
But now as I’m getting a Switch for Xmas (the wife has agreed), my first games on that system will be Bayonetta (1 then 2) and Ni No Kuni.
Re: Nintendo Wants To Focus On New "Experiences" For Switch, But Is Open To More Remakes
@San_D I would also love to see the SNES Fire Emblems (Genealogy of the Holy War and Thracia 776) given a remake much like Fire Emblem Gaiden was remade for the 3DS - I really loved Shadows of Valentina!
I’ve never played them but they have a popularity in the FE community and much of the series staples stems from these titles.
Re: Switch Lite Is "Generating Its Own Demand, Without Negatively Impacting" The Original System
I’m a first time purchaser of the Switch Lite - ordered mine this week and I’ve not had a switch previously (instead catching up on my 3DS backlog)
For me, always gaming in handheld mode (too busy for home console, too much of a connoisseur for mobile phones) the Lite was a perfect fit for me. And the price point is just right too!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 26th)
Finished Xenoblade on the 3DS last week. Awesome. Just started Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate - proving to be very interesting and will keep me occupied until I buy my Switch next month
Re: Satoru Iwata Initially Didn't Want Wii Sports Bundled With Wii In The US, Says Reggie
I think it shows what a good leader Iawata was. Although Regggie has a difference of opinion he respected it and that autonomy essentially gave the Wii era the success it had.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 19th)
@Bucket Played and completed DQ7. It is a bit of a grind and it does require a kind of ‘clear the decks’ approach in order to complete it.
I know it’s hard with all the great games available but if you dedicate yourself to DQ7 for a week or so, you’ll get really immersed in the game and will want to complete it. But it is a 100 hour game.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 19th)
My 3ds backlog is finally coming to end!
Will finish this weekend Xenoblade 3D (Sunk 200+ hours into that game), Stella Glow and my third play-through of Zelda LBW.
All I’ve got left is Monster Hunter 4 and Mario & Luigi Paper Jan to finish before I get my Switch for Xmas!
Re: Did Hideki Kamiya And Ikumi Nakamura Just Tease An Okami Sequel?
@JHDK Okamiden is the sequel - and agreed, much overlooked.
If there’s a part 3, I’m game!
Re: Poll: Have You Downloaded Mario Kart Tour On Your Mobile Device Yet?
Hell no!
Personally I don’t think much of mobile games but this really leaves a sour taste in the mouth
Re: Poll: Nintendo Switch Lite Is Out Today, Are You Getting One?
Yes. Ordering mine next month and finally upgrading from my 3ds
Re: Hardware Review: Nintendo Switch Lite - Half A Switch, But That's More Than Enough For Some
I am the exact target audience for the Lite. I’m exclusively a portable gamer and have not upgraded from the 3DS.
I travel a lot so I do not have time for a sit down session of gaming plus with two toddlers I need to hide my things in hard to reach places. A home console would just get wrecked by my family 😜
I will be getting accessories like the SD Card this month and the Lite next month. Cannot wait to finally play Breath of the Wild!
Re: Shulk Gets Another Encore In Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition For Switch
I’m playing this on the 3DS. And I am so glad it is coming to Switch. Far more people need to play this game!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 31st)
I’m about to finish Xenoblade Chronicles on the 3DS. So excited!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 17th)
I had a Zelda itch to scratch so I am replaying Link Between Worlds on the 3DS. Awesome fun!
Re: Feature: Best Nintendo DS Games
I just managed to snag a copy of Chinatown Wars for £14. I know it’s an old game but I’m looking forward to it.
Re: Nintendo Switch Has Now Sold 36.87 Million Units, Could Pass SNES Total By Christmas
This system has legs!
Whatever the problems with the Joycons, the Switch has that Mojo - it is a cool system, and it will continue to sell.
What’s interesting is where Nintendo will go from here in about three or four years time.
Re: Sorry Nintendo, But The 3DS Really Is Dead Now
I love playing my 3DS. Two systems and eight years of memories. In the age of mobile gaming, against the odds, this plucky little system kept Nintendo alive and allowed the company to grace us with the Switch.
But whilst I can see myself playing the 3DS for many moons to come, I am looking forward to ‘Switching’ this Autumn when the Lite is released.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 27th)
I’m blasting through Mario & Luigi Dream Team. I’m almost at the end of the game and having sunk 35 hours into the game, I can say it’s worthwhile.
Otherwise I’ve also been dipping into Stella Glow in the 3DS. I want to finish my backlog before getting the Switch Lite this Autumn.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 27th)
@Krull Game and CEX online have Xenoblade 3D for reasonable money.
Do get it - the game is brilliant!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 20th)
A trinity of 3DS RPG’s to whittle down my backlog - Xenoblade Chronicles, Stella Glow and Mario & Luigi Dream Team.
I’m really storming through Xenoblade - I’ll hopefully complete it before the end of Summer
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 13th)
@Guitar_bard I’m about 120 hours into Xenoblade. As I fly a lot, those airport lounges have been great for getting through this and the 3DS’ awesome RPG library.
I have found Xenoblade so absorbing and one of the reasons I am looking forward to the Switch Lite is to play Xenoblade 2 on the go.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 13th)
@Guitar_bard I also went through the whole 3DS RPG backlog and finished DQ7 about a month ago.
Now I’m churning through Xenoblade 3D with a bit of Mario & Luigi Dream Team thrown in.
Re: Doug Bowser Says Nintendo Will Continue To Support The 3DS Family Of Systems
@rjejr low as those numbers might be, it’s still profit so why not keep riding that money train.
Re: Nintendo Switch Lite Officially Revealed, Launches This September
This is perfect - I’ve been waiting for a truly portable Switch as that’s how I like my gaming.
I’ll be first in the queue for this one!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 29th)
Stella Glow. I downloaded it about a month ago when it was on sale but did not play it until now as I’ve bern churning through my 3DS backlog (I’ve seen the credits for three games in the last month).
I have to say I am impressed with it so far - a cool JRP - even though it’s a little kinky 🤨
Re: Weekly Famitsu Drops The 3DS From Its Release Schedule Section
I have and I am still having a great time with my 3DS. All good things must come to an end but I can still see myself playing this wonderful machine for years to come.
Re: Fire Emblem: Three Houses File Size Revealed, DLC Also Confirmed
I am eyeing this one. Loved Awakening (introduced me to the franchise), liked Fates and loved Echoes.
I do hope that more games from previous eras are rereleased like Gaiden was as being a relative newbie I really appreciated seeing some of the history of the series.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 22nd)
Churning through the 3DS backlog. Luigis Mansion completed and now Fire Emblem Warriors. Along with a little Xenoblade 😃
Re: Nintendo Shares Colourful Graphic Outlining Upcoming Switch Releases
Ni no kuni. Just so wanting to play it
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 15th)
@Krull - Luigi’s Mansion is a great game. I’ll also be playing it this weekend and I hope to be nearly finishing it too.
Re: Nintendo Reiterates It Has "No Games To Announce" For 3DS, But Says It's Still An "Important" Device
Like I have said before, the price point of the 3ds makes it exceptional value. And there’s a ton of games retailing at low prices.
My last three games were Fire Emblem Warriors, Mario and Luigi Paper Jam and Hey Pikmin. All three titles - physical - come in at £12-14 in stores or online.
For £100 it is easy to pick up a 2ds (with a pack in game and free SD Card for e-shop) and two retail games - many are AAA titles like Zelda or Animal Crossing. A bargain and from Nintendo’s point of view a no-effort way to make cash.
Re: Animal Crossing: New Horizons Finally Shown Off For Nintendo Switch, Delayed To 2020
I actually think this is a smart move to delay until 2020. Obviously we don’t want a rushed game but also the Switch will have momentum next year.
Re: Feature: Here's Why Perfect Dark Has Three Different Covers
The Japanese artwork is so evocative. It could easily pass for film noire poster
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 8th)
@kirbygirl Just finished Codename STEAM. Considering I got this game on sale - well worth it.
STEAM does have flaws - mostly technical - but a lot of charm at the same time. If Intelligent Systems has ironed them out, this could have been the start of a great franchise.