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Re: Soapbox: Nintendo Was Wrong To Turn Its Back On The Wii Remote

luke88

@cleveland124 yeah I agree, but I guess maybe Nintendo felt that the motion controls were integral to the game. I would've liked that option though.

@Mario-Man-Child Umm, I have read that a few times from other lefties. I will give it another try and hopefully I'll just get used to it. I did try holding the Wiimote in my right hand but it just didn't feel right, nor did holding the nunchuck in my left hand - after however many years of using the set up the other way.

Re: Two Tribes Announces That RIVE is Now a Development Farewell

luke88

@CB85 'Give up so easily' ?? That seems incredibly harsh, I'm sure laying off all their staff wasn't easy for them. I don't really have any idea how much they've been struggling these past years, do you?

I've really enjoyed their games and wish them all the best going forward, whatever they decide to do, they're clearly both very talented. I shall continue to look forward to Rive.

Re: Talking Point: Nintendo's Fortress of Secrecy Needs to Tighten Security for the Year Ahead

luke88

It's been a long while since I was genuinely surprised by a Nintendo announcement, probably not since that legendary direct several years ago - I think XCX was first shown then? And FEXSMT?

I don't remember hearing about splatoon before E3, but was as puzzled as I was delighted when I saw that for the first time. Fingers crossed for a few surprises at E3 this year.

To be totally honest, and I know this might be ridiculous, but I wish this site would make more of an effort to help those that want to avoid spoilers avoid them. Under current practices it's impossible to even open the site and read the stories I want to read without inadvertently finding out about games that are literally just about to be announced.

(Final edit 🙄) I should say "announced in a far more exciting and gratifying way than opening up Nintendo life and seeing a picture."

Re: Super Mario Bros. Z Creator Launches New Patreon Page After Nintendo Takedown

luke88

@Yorumi I completely agree that we ought not to make 'snap judgements,' and admittedly this is the first I've heard of this guy. Having said that, I've watched the episode above and checked out his patreon page; he is being paid, currently $1300 per episode - that's a salary, to 'create' content that is entirely dependent on other peoples creativity . Presumably the amount that he will get per episode will continue to rise. His **** Nintendo comment also indicates that he has very little awareness of or appreciation for the intellectual property rights of others. It's pretty hard to be sympathetic.

Re: Interview: Oddworld Creator Lorne Lanning Discusses New 'n' Tasty on Wii U

luke88

Absolutely fascinating interview, enjoyed it immensely. I've also never played an odd world game but I can vividly remember the impact it had on PlayStation friends. Glad to have an opportunity to rectify the situation.

I really ought to go to sleep but after that interview I think I may actually have to download this game this very moment and and see what it's all about. Haven't seen the NL review yet though, have I missed it or is it coming soon?