@AG_Awesome hmph not sure it’s worth double the price but it is good fun using the mouse action stuff and such. And you know it’s still less than the cost of a movie in the theater! There isn’t huge replay value as a whole so something to consider;)
Nintendo Forecast man has a great breakdown video of why scores are effectively lower for Prime 4. Not just drinking the Koolaid but with some real reasoning behind it. If this came out a few years after 3, I really think it would’ve gotten at least upwards of an 88ish
Great review and so glad the federation forces didn’t sour the vibe for you Ollie! I’m a bit concerned I’ll be more in Alex’s camp and find them annoying but I’m sure I’ll get over it! Was really hoping the rest of media felt the same and this would land at least a 90 on meta critic but it is what it is. I’m sure I’ll still love nearly every second of it.
9/10 loving it as much as I wished I loved MKWorld. People who write it off for being too simplistic, it’s really not. The main difference between Mario kart and others is you don’t have to hold a button down to accelerate. Kinda nice to have that go automatically. Like many have said there is just so much love put into the game. So much content. So much charm. And there’s plenty to do in single player if you enjoy the gameplay. Even Top Down mode is super fun for me so I’m all in. Now, to get my friends to get it so I can play them is my real challenge….
I’m loving it. And stoked for a reason to keep ppl engaged. There’s so much to do.
Side note, I find it annoying to see ppl (switchforce) say there was no one playing online on the first freaking day. I played at 1am est last night and had 0 wait time between rounds. I imagine many want to play single player first to figure the dang game out before getting slain online.
Only other review I saw so far was Gamespot, they also gave it a glowing review and an 8/10 score. Seemed more like a 9 based on the words but hey I guess 8 does mean “great”. Looking forward to tomorrow regardless !
One of those times when I don’t understand why they didn’t wait just a bit to flesh out the camera compatability first. Similar to Powerwash getting mouse controls at a later date. Tho I guess it’s better/easier to launch along with other consoles release dates.
@SpaceboyScreams ah I see,, that’s impressive! I only spent about 100. I could see playing with someone make it more compelling. The few island visits I had with friends were kind of boring I wish there was more to do together! Collabo dream islands look to fix that a bit! But are there other group tasks you recommend?
Or I think you’re saying the most fun comes from actually sharing an island?
@JohnnyMind great reminders. Wild how people still don’t feel like Nintendos delivering enough games. The games we’re waiting for will come (3D Mario, Zelda, AC). And we got plentyyy to play in the mean time
@Serpenterror not to try to sway you to get it now while you already have a ton to play but it is kinda the best price I could expect at only $15. Very worth it!
@DashKappei I have both switches but played on switch 1 today and it ran great no issues all up through the first boss. Graphics kinda simple but effective and charming.
Great game I meant to play just a bit but ended up playing 2hrs. Definitely a new crack game.
Can’t wait to check it out tho am generally averse to mega addicting games I gotta give it a whirl. Heard the musics awesome too — same guy behind Citizen Sleeper, and many more cool indies.
@GoombaJMR so awesome seeing you in here explaining more about the game!! It does appear the reviewer didn’t quite get deep enough as you mentioned a lot was left out. I had read for instance that there is a ton of music variety (as you pointed out, so many songs, awesome!).
From what I’ve seen and heard, amazing job. 7 years of time well spent. Looking forward to picking it up at some point tho my gaming time is so limited these days for what I’d like, this gives me an extra excuse to make more time tho since I’ll be learning 🙇♂️
(Ok Vyacheslav, doesn’t detract from his point lol.)
I really wanted to love it the first go round, love the concept and how many different bits there are going in. Distinct things to enjoy doing,,, such as the arcade! Which btw wasn’t that game already included or is this a new racer?
Overall felt the og was lacking something that I don’t imagine this upgrade provides. But still worth playing I’d say!
This brings a tear to my eye. Cyberpunk coming w a few stickers and an ad made me so happy as well. I really miss the days of yore, when games came with instruction booklets. I used to read them on the toilet. Now I read Nintendolife (as I’m currently doing)
Price sucks compared to other gaming companies doing the right thing and actually giving discounts on older games. Though really everything is more expensive now. Annnd Nintendo is a corporation beholden to their shareholders when it comes down to it, unfortunately. Capitalism baby!
Can’t wait to replay 1 and play 2 for the first time!!
Really cool they’re upgrading. I had a good time with it, very charming and a fun variety of things to do. Tho I did feel like it was missing something I can’t quite put my finger on,
@Mirage-5x5 don’t let the dlc stop you from getting DK! The game is so dang good and to me the dlc is very unnecessary tho a fun diversion. Don’t feel like you’re missing out if you don’t get the dlc
In price conversations I always like to try to remind us entitled gamers of present that very bad and short games used to cost $60-80 back in the SNES and 64 days.
@ShadLink totally agree. The game was so complete as is. This isn’t one of those cases where important content was locked behind a paywall. Or just not worth it. This seemingly is to me. And if it’s not to you, don’t buy it. Anyone remember Luigi’s Mansion 3 dlc? I don’t bc I never got it heh but that to me didn’t seem worth the $20. Nintendo been greedy for years. (I’ve lived thru nearly all of them;) Anyone saying otherwise is lying to themselves. Inflation, tariffs, etc. $20 is how much I pay for a movie in theaters these days anyway. It’s all up to the consumer in how to spend our hard earned money on entertainment after all.
Awesome you can purchase separately as well! Considering many of us already bought 3D All Stars it would be kinda lame to have to double dip (tho I might anyway to have the collection on kart:)
Funny how people feel it’s not worthy of full price to me. Back in the day games were about the same price often hitting $70 even if crap with barely any content.
I’m in the pro Mario tennis camp tho. aces was great once they added the content. This has way more right out the gate. Best M Sports title they could’ve announced!
@Broosh totally agree. The Pokemon segment was not great and the Prime bit didn’t even have VO. They really need to do a Prime direct and properly promote this!
Heck Air Riders is getting 2 directs, it’s the least they could do.
I like the bike idea but I’m hoping the bits are more for transitioning between zones rather than just a constant presence of gameplay.
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Re: Absolum's First Major Update Arrives Early Next Year, Here's What's Included
Great news!! Hope they continue to support its glory
Re: Review: KUUKIYOMI 4: Consider It Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - Delightfully Silly, With Plenty Of Dark Laughs
@AG_Awesome hmph not sure it’s worth double the price but it is good fun using the mouse action stuff and such. And you know it’s still less than the cost of a movie in the theater! There isn’t huge replay value as a whole so something to consider;)
Re: Review: KUUKIYOMI 4: Consider It Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - Delightfully Silly, With Plenty Of Dark Laughs
@Suketoudara wow never heard of it. Thanks for the intel! Did you end up getting ?
Re: Metacritic Shares Updated List Of "Every Metroid Game, Ranked"
@moevot138 totally agree, tho I’m only 1hr in
Re: Metacritic Shares Updated List Of "Every Metroid Game, Ranked"
Nintendo Forecast man has a great breakdown video of why scores are effectively lower for Prime 4. Not just drinking the Koolaid but with some real reasoning behind it. If this came out a few years after 3, I really think it would’ve gotten at least upwards of an 88ish
Re: Don't Worry, Nintendo's Working On A Fix For Some Kirby Air Riders Bugs
If anyone’s racing one course for more than 116 hours they have a problem, I’d even go so far as to say after 4 hours, you might need to seek help
I have to misunderstanding tho right?
Re: Review: Octopath Traveler 0 (Switch 2) - A Bit Of A Retread, But Unmissable (And Enormous)
Dam yea like others have said, no way I can commit to a 100hr game. Why I haven’t event played part 2:/ tho I really want to
Re: Review: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (Switch 2) - Samus Returns In Prime Form
Great review and so glad the federation forces didn’t sour the vibe for you Ollie! I’m a bit concerned I’ll be more in Alex’s camp and find them annoying but I’m sure I’ll get over it! Was really hoping the rest of media felt the same and this would land at least a 90 on meta critic but it is what it is. I’m sure I’ll still love nearly every second of it.
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Kirby Air Riders?
9/10 loving it as much as I wished I loved MKWorld. People who write it off for being too simplistic, it’s really not. The main difference between Mario kart and others is you don’t have to hold a button down to accelerate. Kinda nice to have that go automatically. Like many have said there is just so much love put into the game. So much content. So much charm. And there’s plenty to do in single player if you enjoy the gameplay. Even Top Down mode is super fun for me so I’m all in. Now, to get my friends to get it so I can play them is my real challenge….
Re: Review: Goodnight Universe (Switch 2) - A Supernatural Adventure, Quirky & Heartwarming
@SwitchVogel yea that makes sense probably better to just get it out in time rather than wait to have all features ready
Re: Kirby Air Riders In-Game Events Are Planned To Run For A Year After Launch
I’m loving it. And stoked for a reason to keep ppl engaged. There’s so much to do.
Side note, I find it annoying to see ppl (switchforce) say there was no one playing online on the first freaking day. I played at 1am est last night and had 0 wait time between rounds. I imagine many want to play single player first to figure the dang game out before getting slain online.
Re: Review: Kirby Air Riders (Switch 2) - Incredibly Chaotic, But Satisfyingly Deep & Rewarding Racing
Only other review I saw so far was Gamespot, they also gave it a glowing review and an 8/10 score. Seemed more like a 9 based on the words but hey I guess 8 does mean “great”. Looking forward to tomorrow regardless !
Re: "We Would Rather Cut Off Our Own Arms" - Demonschool Studio Necrosoft Lets You Know What It Thinks About Using AI
Heck yea. More of this.
Re: Review: Goodnight Universe (Switch 2) - A Supernatural Adventure, Quirky & Heartwarming
One of those times when I don’t understand why they didn’t wait just a bit to flesh out the camera compatability first. Similar to Powerwash getting mouse controls at a later date. Tho I guess it’s better/easier to launch along with other consoles release dates.
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition?
@SpaceboyScreams ah I see,, that’s impressive! I only spent about 100. I could see playing with someone make it more compelling. The few island visits I had with friends were kind of boring I wish there was more to do together! Collabo dream islands look to fix that a bit! But are there other group tasks you recommend?
Or I think you’re saying the most fun comes from actually sharing an island?
Re: Nintendo Reconfirms Release Windows For Major Upcoming Switch 2 Games
And still people are complaining there aren’t enough first party games 🙃
Re: Opinion: Animal Crossing On Switch 2 Has Me Equal Parts Buzzing And Baffled
@JohnnyMind great reminders. Wild how people still don’t feel like Nintendos delivering enough games. The games we’re waiting for will come (3D Mario, Zelda, AC). And we got plentyyy to play in the mean time
Re: Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition?
@SpaceboyScreams I meannnn 1 thousand hours is a tonnnnn of hours. I’m surprised you weren’t burned out away earlier!
Re: Review: Once Upon A Katamari (Switch) – A Roll-'Em-Up Revival Done Right
So glad it turned out good! Just finished the original again aka reroll. Such a great game
Re: "Go Tell Nintendo" - Ex-Blizzard President Responds After Xbox Calls Exclusives "Antiquated"
Call me old school but I prefer exclusives
Re: Xbox Reiterates Its Support For Switch 2
Miss the days of exclusivity. I know it’s stupid but,,,
Re: Absolum And Ball X Pit Post Excellent Initial Sales, But They Deserve More
@itsapossum lol at your prices suggestion. They’re both worth more than they cost imho
Re: Absolum And Ball X Pit Post Excellent Initial Sales, But They Deserve More
Loving them both! And playing them both on my switch 1 more than 2 for commuting and such and they run just fine:)
Re: Review: BALL x PIT (Switch) - Ballsy, Beautifully Balanced, Mercilessly Addictive
@Serpenterror not to try to sway you to get it now while you already have a ton to play but it is kinda the best price I could expect at only $15. Very worth it!
Re: Review: BALL x PIT (Switch) - Ballsy, Beautifully Balanced, Mercilessly Addictive
@DashKappei I have both switches but played on switch 1 today and it ran great no issues all up through the first boss. Graphics kinda simple but effective and charming.
Great game I meant to play just a bit but ended up playing 2hrs. Definitely a new crack game.
Re: Review: BALL x PIT (Switch) - Ballsy, Beautifully Balanced, Mercilessly Addictive
Can’t wait to check it out tho am generally averse to mega addicting games I gotta give it a whirl. Heard the musics awesome too — same guy behind Citizen Sleeper, and many more cool indies.
Re: Review: Ruffy And The Riverside (Switch) - An Inventive Platformer That's More Than Copy-Paste
@Gavintendo hmm woah quite a difference in score. Could be a very personal kinda enjoyment I guess
Re: Review: Ruffy And The Riverside (Switch) - An Inventive Platformer That's More Than Copy-Paste
Just read the article about the patch which fixed frame rate issues which lead me here. Looks so rad ! Thanks for giving it some shine.
Re: Review: Shujinkou (Switch) - Words Whup Sticks & Stones In This Innovative Dungeon Crawler
@GoombaJMR so awesome seeing you in here explaining more about the game!! It does appear the reviewer didn’t quite get deep enough as you mentioned a lot was left out. I had read for instance that there is a ton of music variety (as you pointed out, so many songs, awesome!).
From what I’ve seen and heard, amazing job. 7 years of time well spent. Looking forward to picking it up at some point tho my gaming time is so limited these days for what I’d like, this gives me an extra excuse to make more time tho since I’ll be learning 🙇♂️
(Ok Vyacheslav, doesn’t detract from his point lol.)
Re: Review: Absolum (Switch) - Evolves Arcade, RPG & Roguelike Formats Into Something Fresh & Exciting
Loving it so far. 2 runs quickly became 5!
Re: Retro Zelda-Inspired Adventure 'Mina The Hollower' Has Been Delayed For Switch 2 And Switch
Love that they’re doing this! Wish other devs would follow suit….
Re: Mini Review: The Touryst: Deluxe (Switch 2) - An Upgrade To First Class For The Return Trip
I really wanted to love it the first go round, love the concept and how many different bits there are going in. Distinct things to enjoy doing,,, such as the arcade! Which btw wasn’t that game already included or is this a new racer?
Overall felt the og was lacking something that I don’t imagine this upgrade provides. But still worth playing I’d say!
Re: Yooka-Replaylee Physical Confirmed For December, Includes Extra Goodies
@ChromaticDracula indeed
Re: Review: KUUKIYOMI 4: Consider It Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - Delightfully Silly, With Plenty Of Dark Laughs
Yessss I loved the first two. Had no idea there were now 4 and love that they made a sw2 version. Great usage for mouse controls!
Re: Yooka-Replaylee Physical Confirmed For December, Includes Extra Goodies
This brings a tear to my eye. Cyberpunk coming w a few stickers and an ad made me so happy as well. I really miss the days of yore, when games came with instruction booklets. I used to read them on the toilet. Now I read Nintendolife (as I’m currently doing)
Re: One Of 2025's Best-Reviewed Games Has Quietly Released On Switch Today
Very intrigued if its both fun and can help me w my very low level attempts at learning the language I’m in!
Re: Review: Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 (Switch) - Still Out Of This World
Price sucks compared to other gaming companies doing the right thing and actually giving discounts on older games. Though really everything is more expensive now. Annnd Nintendo is a corporation beholden to their shareholders when it comes down to it, unfortunately. Capitalism baby!
Can’t wait to replay 1 and play 2 for the first time!!
Re: Review: Dear Me, I Was... (Switch 2) - A Bold, Heartfelt, Wordless Visual Novel
Wasn’t expecting this to be so appealing but learning it’s only 45min, I’m sold!
Re: The Touryst: Deluxe Hits Switch 2 Next Week At 4K / 60fps
Really cool they’re upgrading. I had a good time with it, very charming and a fun variety of things to do. Tho I did feel like it was missing something I can’t quite put my finger on,
Re: Nintendo Showcases Every Switch And Switch 2 Direct Game In New Infographic
@Mirage-5x5 don’t let the dlc stop you from getting DK! The game is so dang good and to me the dlc is very unnecessary tho a fun diversion. Don’t feel like you’re missing out if you don’t get the dlc
Re: Nintendo Showcases Every Switch And Switch 2 Direct Game In New Infographic
It is indeed a lot
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 Switch Comparison Video Makes Nintendo's Upgrades Clearer
@NotASockPuppet I’m defending high prices and yet I support this image
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 Switch Comparison Video Makes Nintendo's Upgrades Clearer
In price conversations I always like to try to remind us entitled gamers of present that very bad and short games used to cost $60-80 back in the SNES and 64 days.
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 Switch Comparison Video Makes Nintendo's Upgrades Clearer
@the_beaver this and DK was $60. I did not buy heh. But I will be getting Galaxy 2
Re: Donkey Kong Bananza Has Been Updated To Version 2.0.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
@ShadLink totally agree. The game was so complete as is. This isn’t one of those cases where important content was locked behind a paywall. Or just not worth it. This seemingly is to me. And if it’s not to you, don’t buy it. Anyone remember Luigi’s Mansion 3 dlc? I don’t bc I never got it heh but that to me didn’t seem worth the $20. Nintendo been greedy for years. (I’ve lived thru nearly all of them;) Anyone saying otherwise is lying to themselves. Inflation, tariffs, etc. $20 is how much I pay for a movie in theaters these days anyway. It’s all up to the consumer in how to spend our hard earned money on entertainment after all.
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 Prices Are Live, And It's Sticker Shock Time
@CobaltFan a 10/10 game Id say it’s worth it!
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 & 2 Bundle Confirmed For Switch, Launching October
@SaltySpitoon957 oof maybe I won’t be double dipping after all
Re: Super Mario Galaxy 1 & 2 Bundle Confirmed For Switch, Launching October
Awesome you can purchase separately as well! Considering many of us already bought 3D All Stars it would be kinda lame to have to double dip (tho I might anyway to have the collection on kart:)
Re: Mario Tennis Fever Hits Switch 2 Next February
Funny how people feel it’s not worthy of full price to me. Back in the day games were about the same price often hitting $70 even if crap with barely any content.
I’m in the pro Mario tennis camp tho. aces was great once they added the content. This has way more right out the gate. Best M Sports title they could’ve announced!
Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Finally Gets A Release Date, Open World Confirmed
@Broosh totally agree. The Pokemon segment was not great and the Prime bit didn’t even have VO. They really need to do a Prime direct and properly promote this!
Heck Air Riders is getting 2 directs, it’s the least they could do.
I like the bike idea but I’m hoping the bits are more for transitioning between zones rather than just a constant presence of gameplay.