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@brakeman90 Thanks for that! Now I remember. Resident Evil 5 & 6. Didn't they do some RE spin-offs that weren't well-received?

All the Capcom love got me thinking. Was Capcom ever in trouble? Games are not being well-received. Financially. It seems like I remember a Devil May Cry release signaling a need for a change. Am I remembering wrong?

Edit: I have vague memories of well-received remasters bringing on a shift for the better.

@CaptainQuo People go on and on about specs, and I'm left wondering the same thing. What I loved about consoles, over PC’s, was the simplicity. Like so many other things in life, it's gotten too complicated.

I was late to the party. I remember the original release. Never piqued my interest. When it came out on the Switch, I decided to give it a try. I LOVED the game! The only thing, I never beat it! 😩 It's a long game! After the big reveal, I played for a while longer. Eventually, I lost interest. I didn't think it was boring, I had enough. Spending time trying to figure out what to do added a lot to my play time.

I was always in awe of how beautiful it looked. I can't wait to see what they do with today's hardware. I bet the transformation of lands will be stunning!

Never wanted to see the first movie. Mario being light on story, coupled with Illumination’s filmmaking style, made me think it wasn't for me.

I've always felt that Mario Galaxy was my Mario movie experience. Light on the story. It was cinematic. Moments of fan service. It was like playing the evolution of the series. It surprised me in many ways. No way the movie could have lived up to Galaxy.

I saw the trailer for the second film. I actually enjoyed it. It ALMOST made me want to see the first. The reviews are a reminder. I'm probably not going to like it. I've had issues with American animated movies and the need to constantly simulate for years.

I have yet to see anybody playing a Switch 2 in public. When the OG Switch dropped, I could tell Nintendo was on to something. I went from seeing everybody playing a Nintendo DS, to everybody playing on their phones. And that was replaced with the OG Switch.

@Jeyl I was about to type a similar comment. Back in the day, I was a SpongeBob fanatic. McDonald's was giving away toys I wanted with each Happy Meal. I drove around, until I was able to purchase them all. I did the same thing when Burger King had SpongeBob watches. I hadn't eaten at either place in years. Some of the workers would look confused. 😂

I could never beat these games. But I had a ton of fun swimming around! 😆

I thought Megaleg was that boss from Mario Odyssey. I don't know its name. I only remember the pain. Not THAT is an iconic boss! 😒😩😤😡 🔥

I haven’t seen anything that makes me want to purchase a Switch 2. And nothing on the horizon. I feel like Nintendo is coasting and the people are lapping it up!

My mind is on a Steam Deck. Which is something I never thought I’d consider buying. I had no beef with it. I’m used to the big three.

Edit: Maybe coasting is the wrong word. But something feels off about Nintendo these days.

@AussieMcBucket If I remember correctly, when the press ran stories about Miyamoto retiring, Nintendo’s stock price took a hit.

I'm aware of them passing their methods and knowledge to the new generations. But I still wondered about Nintendo’s future.

There are so many examples of key people
no longer being with a company and the company suffers.

I later found out that Miyamoto wasn't part of the development of Mario Odyssey. After that, I felt they'd be alright.

It proves that how they do things is working.

Still haven't seen anybody playing one in public. I always saw the OG Switch in the wild.

@AussieMcBucket I think the day it’s announced that Miyamoto is leaving, it’ll break the internet and Nintendo’s stock price. I remember when the press ran stories saying he was leaving. Of course, turned out to be false. But the reaction was huge.

I haven't been this confused by Nintendo’s success since the pandemic. I don't care how long we were inside, ANIMAL CROSSING! 😩 And that game seemed to carry Nintendo for TOO LONG! And that holiday line-up…😏

I'm still waiting for a few reasons to take the leap. But I'm not feeling Nintendo as a whole. I've never considered getting a Steam Deck, until recently. A majority of the time, when I see a trailer for something interesting, it's on Steam.

I scrolled and see this while watching OG Ducktales! I listen to the Disney Afternoon album while I draw. I think this is dope news!

I wonder if other reviewers think of the same blurbs. When I read them, I think, “It's so obvious!” 😆

I loved the original and the sequel. Part 3 was a disaster (originally)! I'll always remember it as the game that introduced me to game-breaking bugs! I was so disappointed! I bought the Switch addition, years ago. Outside of some weirdness with the camera and building, it was a solid port. Never thought I'd play this game on the go!

@bosh In another article, I mentioned the lack of “excitement” for the Switch 2. I forgot it came out. The excitement for the OG Switch was palpable. I was told it wouldn't be the same since the Switch 2 was a continuation. Also, the library isn't up to snuff yet.

I'm glad I'm not the only one who's feeling this way. I'm seeing all of these amazing numbers, but they're not translating to life. I remember seeing the OG Switch everywhere. These days, when I see one, it's the OG Switch.

I started thinking about the Wii U launch. It was also quiet. I wondered if the Switch 2 was headed towards a similar era. It didn't help that I was getting A LOT of negative Switch 2 videos on YouTube. I never look for negative content on Nintendo. So, I was surprised by the recommendations.

Also, all the talk about prices and key cards. I thought about the launch of the Nintendo 3DS. Did Nintendo’s ego bite them in the butt, again? I guess it didn't.

Even with Switch 2’s success, Nintendo feels very different in this era. Not in a good way. And, I'm not thinking about prices or key cards.

This article makes it seem like Xbox is a person. Am I tripping?

Has there ever been any material that goes in-depth about the design of a Nintendo game? It feels like Nintendo is secretive about its games, and we get the occasional tidbits.

Every time I see M2, I think about VAPORWARE! I'm old enough to remember reading about it in magazines.😩

I’ve been coming to this site since the 2010s. I thought this quiz was a new thing. 🤷🏾‍♂️ 😂 Anyway, I enjoyed this!

@gcunit That makes sense. But I couldn't help but think about the release of the Wii U compared to the Wii.

@electrolite77 @Doctor-Moo I guess it's the lineup. When the OG Switch was released, there was excitement in the air. It felt like Nintendo finally got it right. I forgot that the Switch 2 came out the day it was released. It felt muted. And it's felt like it ever since. I guess when the big games drop, it'll be a different story. I don’t think it’ll happen this holiday season.

Speaking of big games. I still don't understand the hype that surrounded Donkey Kong Bonanza. 🤷🏾‍♂️

It still feels like something is off about this era. The success of the original Switch felt palpable.

@Anti-Matter I don’t follow Pokémon. But that's the most impressive thing I've seen from this franchise! WOW!

I never understood the love for Reggie. He talked like a corporate press release. Yeah, he dropped some quotes that he knew the internet would eat up, but the dude was boring. Maybe I would like him if I were into memes.

Nintendo was always in the business of making money. But this Switch 2 era feels very corporate. To me, it started to feel that way towards the end of the Switch. They can surprise us with the Virtual Boy. Or show Samus with a bike. It doesn't change the overall feeling. 🤷🏾‍♂️

@zidentia My first thought was Furby. I remember putting mine in a drawer so it would SHUT UP! 😆

I'll be disappointed if there isn't a farming simulator, or five!

@MirrorFate2 I guess you’re a fan. 😆 Sorry. Interviews with old Rare employees. Any news on that game inspired by BK. Being added to a game or announcing new merchandise. There are always people whining about wanting a new game. It has gotten annoying.

@Tayrailbridge I don't think they're worse than Banjo Kazooie fans. 😩

@BonzoBanana I’ve always thought the UK was more into the PlayStation. From my perspective, since the days of the original Wii (when I started paying attention to weekly sales), Nintendo has done pretty well in the UK. However, their strongest markets were the US and Japan.

I'm from the US. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

Honestly, I'm surprised by the success of the Switch 2. I forgot the system had come out the day it was released. Like you, I felt things were different. The hype was palpable when the Switch was released.

According to YouTube, nobody is buying it anymore.

This made me think about something. Wasn’t Nintendo working on a Quality of Life line? I remember something called a Vitality Sensor.

Something tells me the Switch 2 sells will disappoint EA.

NOT ANOTHER FARMING GAME!!! 😩 The Directs for the OG Switch featured A LOT of them!

The older I get, the more I sense deja vu. Layoffs. Studio closures. Pirating. Questionable decisions, leading to a shaky time. System launches and all that surrounds them. Just about any type of “controversy.” It all feels like it just keeps happening in some kind of cycle. Even articles about these types of events. And the comments under them.

They won't be able to keep these in stock. People already adorn their Crocs with cartoon characters.

Edit: I saw the word casual in this article. It got me thinking. Does Nintendo still promote to casual gamers? That was huge during the Wii years.

Virtual Pets>>>>>>>>>Tamagotchi

I recently watched this for the first time in years. I LOOOOOOOOVE this MOVIE!!!! Great film score, too! I haven't checked out the sequel, yet.

Edit: The fact that there isn't a dark ride, in somebody's theme park, based on the Pie Machine is CRAZY!!!

This made me think about The Plucky Squire for some reason. Has anybody played it on the Switch 2? If so, how does it look??

@LazyDaisy I recently found my old DK64 strategy guide. Took me back to how ANNOYING THIS GAME IS!

The hype, leading up to the release, felt bigger than when the system came out.

I saw the thumbnail, and for a second, I thought it was that game Everwild. I wonder if that game will ever see the light of day.

Honestly, I checked this site this morning. Only to feel shocked at what I saw. Today was the day! I'm not feeling the excitement. I felt the excitement, in the months leading up the the official announcement. I don't have one. I probably won't be getting one. Nothing against it. I think the OG Switch was my last console. But I still like to observe the landscape. When I heard about somebody not knowing it was out, I wondered if we could have another WiiU situation! Not as dire! But, in comparison to the first Switch. And throw in a bit of 3DS. I don't even feel the excitement online.

I wonder if it's Nintendo’s turn, yet again! Win a generation. Only to struggle with the follow-up. Due to hubris.

It might be premature to think this way. But this does feel quite for the follow-up to something that has gotten so much love. Even when it was showing its age and people wanted the next thing.

Throw in Nintendo being so successful at spreading brand awareness. They’ve come a long way from “NX” and Mario making an appearance at the Olympics.

Personally, this seemed like the best launch ever for Nintendo. In terms of offerings. A smooth transition. Anybody who's old enough remember, this never happened in the past. 😆

If Nintendo under performs. And the other two continue down the road they're on. No feelings of competition. Where would thay leave the industry?

@ear_wig If children are passionate enough, they'll still go for it. It’s like animation. Thanks to the internet, people know what to expect. It’s unstable and cutthroat. Doesn't stop people from wanting to make cartoons.

They make it seem like they'll have enough for people to casually stroll in and get one. And we know that won't happen!

People said, “I'm not going digital!” Digital sales have increased over the years.

People are mad about some of Nintendo’s decisions. But y'all will get used to it and move on with your lives. Same goes for the $80 games.