@thesilverbrick why should they? When the public goes nuts for things like mini consoles. I agree with what your saying, but we (the public) except it.
I had no idea Sega had an indoor theme park, until recently. And I’m old enough to have been around for Sonic World! 😂 I watched a video about it and looked it pics. Very interesting vibe. I imagined this new place would have 3D (before I read the article). I see they have that and more. Putting on 3D glasses, at a theme park, is not a fun experience. It’s like the Mario Kart ride. Why not do something similar to the Cars ride?
Is it true that the NES redesign worked, without blowing the cartridges? I had two original NES’s. They both were pieces of garbage by the mid 90’s. I always wanted the redesign, because I heard you never had to blow the carts.
@ExtravagantLuig I have both downloaded. I’ve played a little of both. I prefer the Impossible Lair. Do I have to play the first game, in order to understand the second?
I don’t think I have a favorite. Not that I didn’t like the system. This article made me realize, outside of Mario DX, I don’t remember playing anything other than shovel ware. I had a Quest for Camelot game. That should tell you what I was buying, back then! 😂 I was using it for the upgrade and backwards compatibility.
I had no idea Nintendo was involved with this series. I also had no idea the 64 version was poorly received (critically). I LOVED that game. I played the h*** out of it! I bought a special, translucent controller, just for this game! 😂
I’m guessing the comparison is for content. Even if both games are going for two different audiences. Their both major franchises, so why not compare? There isn’t a whole lot going on these days, in terms of news.
@ChromaticDracula if it helps, back in the 90’s, translucent raincoats were popular. Never got one, but I reeeeeaaaaly wanted one! 😂 The most I did was wear translucent watches. 😂
The translucent look reminds me of the 90’s. I loved translucent products. Consoles. House phones. Portable consoles. Controllers. Virtual pets! I could go on and on. I never went through a new Gameboy iteration without purchasing a translucent version! 😂
Does R-Type warrant the asking price? That seems steep. I loved these types of games back in the day. What I don’t remember, how long they took to complete. Maybe it’s the gameplay, but I’m thinking an arcade game, in terms of time it takes to complete the game.
I would love to buy more of the Picross games. I loved the games on the DS and 3DS. I enjoyed Mario Picross. I currently have S3 on my Switch. When it comes to the bigger, more complex, puzzles, the rules are so vague. It feels like I’m playing Mario Kart. By that I mean, when I complete a puzzle, it feels like it’s by luck and not strategy. 😂 Even when I get help (something I’m not fond of doing).
The little man figures out how to get ahead, there’s an outcry, it’s put to a stop. A CEO, who’s not worth his weight in gold cuff links, makes a killing. There’s another kind of outcry. The feckless kind. We move on. So goes the cycle of life. sighs
Unless I’m overlooking it, where’s Mega Man 64? By the way, it doesn’t look that bad in 2021. I don’t know about the gameplay. It could be like the 90’s cartoon. In my imagination, it’s awesome! Watched one episode on YouTube...😐 I used to anticipate THIS on Saturday mornings! 😂
I played this game for the first time, last year. It ended up being on of my favorite games, in the more modern era. I have to confess, I haven’t finished it. I was like, “whatever,” when I would see people saying it’s long. WELP....I have to agree! 😂 I got tired of the cutscenes, dialogue and the beeps and bops. 😂 I’m down to the wire, though. According to a strategy guide, I have a few more areas to explore. I’ll get back to it, one day. For now, I’m ok with the occasional Night in the Woods/ Mario Galaxy session.
I once questioned how companies made money off Game Pass. A small subscription fee, compared to a 50 to 60 dollar game. How is it possible? I remember somebody telling me, one of the reasons is Microsoft’s deep pockets. So, do they really just throwing money at developers? I don’t see Nintendo having to follow Microsoft. Their brand isn’t a world renowned. If Sony comes up with something and it’s a success, I think that’s when Nintendo should take notice. But it’ll probably be too late. Unless they come up with something for their next system.
There was a time I would have jumped on this. Never played it. I remember all the hype and watching a documentary about the dude who made it. Now I have the Toad game. I’ll pass on this.
Didn’t know this game was still popular. Never played it. But from the outside looking in, it seems to have turned into the game equivalent to Space Jam or Time Square. Jam it with IP...IP...IP...
@Toy_Link I love watching vlogs on theme parks. Especially the parks located overseas. The fact that they have a lot of rides, not based on a poplar franchise, makes them more appealing.
@Toy_Link oh ok. I went four or five years ago. It was my first time, since the mid 90’s. I could think of a list of things they could have gotten rid of!!!! Starting with the Jimmy Fallon playback during the tour. I know it has nothing to do with what we are saying, I just needs to happen! 😂 I remember when they used to have an actual person ride with guest. 😕 Shrek 4D....Jurassic Park (I’ve seen the remake, still looks lame)....Minions....King Kong (bring back the old King Kong). Universal relies too heavily on screens. I still remember ET, Backdraft, a studio tour with no breaks because of nearby shows being shot. Cool set pieces from classic shows. So different now.
@Anti-Matter Maybe it’s a matter of society being groomed for these types of things. With phones being updated every year (with minor updates in between) and home consoles getting updated more often. Also, things like updates adding enhancements to games that are already released, also, the sports games that are released every year, with no drastic changes. Ditto for Pokémon games. All the remasters. Again, it feels like we’ve been groomed to except these things, over and over. So we’re ok with things like the last two console launches. TERAFLOPS?! I’m sorry. I can’t get over that! 😂
I miss being slack jawed, like when I saw the soon to be released Mario 64, in action, back in the day, Same goes for the last Bioshock game. Even more modern, Mario Odyssey. It bumped Mario 64 as my all time favorite game. I remember being in love with a game like Okami. I don’t feel excited about the stuff that’s been announced for this year, so far.
Another thing that baffled me. Star Wars fans being excited about ELEVEN new projects! Weren’t people just complaining about Disney’s treatment of the franchise a couple of years ago? 🤷🏾♂️
I think entertainment, overall, is dry. 2020 was a boring year. Nothing really exciting is going on. I still wonder what the game Shows, like E3, would have looked like, if there was no pandemic. Of course, it’s a matter of taste.
I never liked AC. The Mario compilation is cool but, I’ve played those games, back in the day.
I was baffled by the hype for the PS5 and the new Xbox. All of that excitement over teraflops and quality of life improvements. Where were the handful of killer games that were must own and exclusives? Making games compatible to the last generation systems and doing upgrades...meh. Made the next generation even less appealing.
I don’t know if the game industry will be effected but, where does entertainment go from here? I don’t see anything having much bite with people being so sensitive. Where’s the energy? The excitement? 🤷🏾♂️ I understand things have been turned upside down, due to the virus, but, outside of that, when things are in full swing, I’m worried about future content.
@TheLightSpirit I was a coaster fanatic growing up. When I would go to amusement parks, it was mainly about the coasters and thrill rides. That mentality stuck with me in digital form, too! 😂 I remembered getting some kind of compilation pack. It was RTC3 (after I got rid of the original. The bugs really hurt the game) and it included the water park and zoo expansions. I briefly flirted with the water park stuff and I never looked into the zoo aspect. I bought RCT 3 last year, on the Switch and it got me curious about other games like this. Maybe a Sim City type game. If you have any recommendations, send them my way!
@TheLightSpirit I agree. I always preferred the creator content from LittleBigPlanet players. It didn’t feel like people set out to create difficult levels, with no sense of the player in mind. In my mind, it’s something like the people who create coasters in Roller Coaster Tycoon, just to see them fly off the track and kill park guest. 😂
@BloodNinja I feel like I’ve seen you comment on YouTube videos. I think on popular Switch channels. It’s the way you end your comments. It’s always stuck out to me! I saw you comment on a video and I was like, “I think that’s him (or her)!” 😂 I hadn’t seen a comment from you, so I forgot about it. Your comment reminded me! 😂
Edit: these types of articles, about this company, seem to come out every couple of years. Layoffs after record profits. The big wigs still getting their bonuses. What I don’t recall seeing are the severance packages and healthcare for a year. I could be wrong.
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Re: Nintendo Wins $2.1 Million In Lawsuit Against ROM Website
@thesilverbrick why should they? When the public goes nuts for things like mini consoles. I agree with what your saying, but we (the public) except it.
Re: Sega Might Be Reviving Its Theme Park Business In The West
I had no idea Sega had an indoor theme park, until recently. And I’m old enough to have been around for Sonic World! 😂 I watched a video about it and looked it pics. Very interesting vibe. I imagined this new place would have 3D (before I read the article). I see they have that and more. Putting on 3D glasses, at a theme park, is not a fun experience. It’s like the Mario Kart ride. Why not do something similar to the Cars ride?
Re: Feature: Nintendo Hardware Refreshes Through The Ages
Is it true that the NES redesign worked, without blowing the cartridges? I had two original NES’s. They both were pieces of garbage by the mid 90’s. I always wanted the redesign, because I heard you never had to blow the carts.
Re: Team17 Switch Sale Slashes Game Prices By Up To 90% (North America)
@Ulanda cool! Thanks! I had just finish Odyssey, when I decided to play the first game. BIG MISTAKE! 😂
Re: Team17 Switch Sale Slashes Game Prices By Up To 90% (North America)
@ExtravagantLuig I have both downloaded. I’ve played a little of both. I prefer the Impossible Lair. Do I have to play the first game, in order to understand the second?
Re: Marsupilami: Hoobadventure Is A Charming Platformer Heading To Switch
I had no idea Marsupilami was comic. I used to love the show on Disney Afternoons. I wouldn’t mind checking out the comics.
Re: Poll: What's The Best Game Boy Color Game?
I don’t think I have a favorite. Not that I didn’t like the system. This article made me realize, outside of Mario DX, I don’t remember playing anything other than shovel ware. I had a Quest for Camelot game. That should tell you what I was buying, back then! 😂 I was using it for the upgrade and backwards compatibility.
Re: Cruis'n Blast Could Be Coming To Nintendo Switch
I had no idea Nintendo was involved with this series. I also had no idea the 64 version was poorly received (critically). I LOVED that game. I played the h*** out of it! I bought a special, translucent controller, just for this game! 😂
Re: Video: Remembering The 3D Classics NES Range On Nintendo 3DS
I forgot about this. I wonder if there’s a list of all the ways Nintendo has repackaged their classics.
Re: Black Isle Admits There Have Been "Issues" With The Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance Switch Release
@DrDaisy I don’t know your age, but if you weren’t around for the 64 era.... Nintendo delays are not as bad as they used to be.
Re: Sonic Is Alive And Well, According To Sega Sammy's Sales Data For Fiscal Year 2021
So much untapped potential in Sega.
Re: Japanese Charts: New Pokémon Snap's Off To A Good Start, But Resident Evil Village Is A Major Threat
I’m guessing the comparison is for content. Even if both games are going for two different audiences. Their both major franchises, so why not compare? There isn’t a whole lot going on these days, in terms of news.
Re: HD Remaster Of Xbox Live Arcade Hit Toy Soldiers Announced For Switch
I thought this was going to be a remake of the Dreamcast game. Then I realized that was Toy Commander. This looks cool, too.
Re: Nintendo Switch Production Is Struggling To Keep Up With Demand
I think production struggles will leave its mark on 2021. I’m talking in all aspects of life!
Re: Random: Say Hello To The Wii SPii Portable, A GBA-Sized Console
@ChromaticDracula if it helps, back in the 90’s, translucent raincoats were popular. Never got one, but I reeeeeaaaaly wanted one! 😂 The most I did was wear translucent watches. 😂
Re: Random: Say Hello To The Wii SPii Portable, A GBA-Sized Console
The translucent look reminds me of the 90’s. I loved translucent products. Consoles. House phones. Portable consoles. Controllers. Virtual pets! I could go on and on. I never went through a new Gameboy iteration without purchasing a translucent version! 😂
Re: Nintendo Download: 29th April (North America)
Does R-Type warrant the asking price? That seems steep. I loved these types of games back in the day. What I don’t remember, how long they took to complete. Maybe it’s the gameplay, but I’m thinking an arcade game, in terms of time it takes to complete the game.
Edit: I didn’t know there was a demo released.
Re: Ubisoft's 'Irresistible Deals' Event On Switch Ends Soon, Up To 75% Off (North America)
I recently jumped on Mario + Rabbids because it was on sale. I didn’t realized, until later, that Ubisoft’s games always seem to be on sale! 😂
Re: Nintendo Download: 22nd April (North America)
I would love to buy more of the Picross games. I loved the games on the DS and 3DS. I enjoyed Mario Picross. I currently have S3 on my Switch. When it comes to the bigger, more complex, puzzles, the rules are so vague. It feels like I’m playing Mario Kart. By that I mean, when I complete a puzzle, it feels like it’s by luck and not strategy. 😂 Even when I get help (something I’m not fond of doing).
Re: GameStop CEO Reportedly In Line For A $179m 'Goodbye' Deal This Summer
The little man figures out how to get ahead, there’s an outcry, it’s put to a stop. A CEO, who’s not worth his weight in gold cuff links, makes a killing. There’s another kind of outcry. The feckless kind. We move on. So goes the cycle of life. sighs
Re: Poll: What's The Best Mega Man Game?
Unless I’m overlooking it, where’s Mega Man 64? By the way, it doesn’t look that bad in 2021. I don’t know about the gameplay. It could be like the 90’s cartoon. In my imagination, it’s awesome! Watched one episode on YouTube...😐 I used to anticipate THIS on Saturday mornings! 😂
Re: Xbox Cloud On Switch? Nintendo Won't Allow It, Says Industry Analyst
Useless the Switch in the background means, Rare Replay is coming to the Switch, I’m not interested.
Re: Soapbox: An Anniversary Ode To Okami, The Best Zelda Game That Isn't
I played this game for the first time, last year. It ended up being on of my favorite games, in the more modern era. I have to confess, I haven’t finished it. I was like, “whatever,” when I would see people saying it’s long. WELP....I have to agree! 😂 I got tired of the cutscenes, dialogue and the beeps and bops. 😂 I’m down to the wire, though. According to a strategy guide, I have a few more areas to explore. I’ll get back to it, one day. For now, I’m ok with the occasional Night in the Woods/ Mario Galaxy session.
Re: Soapbox: 'I'll Play It On Game Pass' Is Becoming Common, But Does That Affect Switch eShop?
I once questioned how companies made money off Game Pass. A small subscription fee, compared to a 50 to 60 dollar game. How is it possible? I remember somebody telling me, one of the reasons is Microsoft’s deep pockets. So, do they really just throwing money at developers? I don’t see Nintendo having to follow Microsoft. Their brand isn’t a world renowned. If Sony comes up with something and it’s a success, I think that’s when Nintendo should take notice. But it’ll probably be too late. Unless they come up with something for their next system.
Re: thatgamecompany's Award-Winning Sky: Children Of The Light Soars Onto Switch In June
I played Journey on the PS3. It made me cry, multiple times. I forgot about this developer, after awhile. I’m down to try this.
Re: FEZ Will Bring A Cool Hat And Gameplay To Switch Today
There was a time I would have jumped on this. Never played it. I remember all the hype and watching a documentary about the dude who made it. Now I have the Toad game. I’ll pass on this.
Re: House Of The Dead: Remake Shoots To Switch Later This Year
Labo compatible?! 😜
Re: Epic Secures $1 Billion In Funding, With Sony Investing Another $200 Million
Didn’t know this game was still popular. Never played it. But from the outside looking in, it seems to have turned into the game equivalent to Space Jam or Time Square. Jam it with IP...IP...IP...
Re: Random: Reggie Responds To Yet More Requests For Mother 3 In Typical Reggie Fashion
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. Who is this ma outside the suit? He’s a walking corporate respond waiting to happen. I don’t get the love.
Re: Construction On Super Nintendo World Hollywood Is Coming Along Nicely
@Toy_Link I love watching vlogs on theme parks. Especially the parks located overseas. The fact that they have a lot of rides, not based on a poplar franchise, makes them more appealing.
Re: Japanese Charts: Monster Hunter Rise Stays Top In A Nintendo-Dominated Top Ten
I wonder what it’s like to be a huge Xbox fan in Japan.
Re: Construction On Super Nintendo World Hollywood Is Coming Along Nicely
@Toy_Link oh ok. I went four or five years ago. It was my first time, since the mid 90’s. I could think of a list of things they could have gotten rid of!!!! Starting with the Jimmy Fallon playback during the tour. I know it has nothing to do with what we are saying, I just needs to happen! 😂 I remember when they used to have an actual person ride with guest. 😕 Shrek 4D....Jurassic Park (I’ve seen the remake, still looks lame)....Minions....King Kong (bring back the old King Kong). Universal relies too heavily on screens. I still remember ET, Backdraft, a studio tour with no breaks because of nearby shows being shot. Cool set pieces from classic shows. So different now.
Re: Construction On Super Nintendo World Hollywood Is Coming Along Nicely
Where do they have the room? Did they close any attractions?
Re: Rumour: Neopets Could Be Coming To Switch
Neopets?! Club Penguins?! What about Virtual Pets and March of the Penguins?! 😜
Re: Video: 11 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In April
I remember seeing a game with children on rafts, collecting trash. Anybody know what I’m talking about? I wonder how it turned out.
Re: UK Charts: Super Mario 3D All-Stars Remains In Top Ten Despite Being Discontinued
Why is the game being sold for a lot on eBay?
Re: Talking Point: An Extraordinary Year For Gaming Certainly Didn’t Come Easy
@Anti-Matter Maybe it’s a matter of society being groomed for these types of things. With phones being updated every year (with minor updates in between) and home consoles getting updated more often. Also, things like updates adding enhancements to games that are already released, also, the sports games that are released every year, with no drastic changes. Ditto for Pokémon games. All the remasters. Again, it feels like we’ve been groomed to except these things, over and over. So we’re ok with things like the last two console launches. TERAFLOPS?! I’m sorry. I can’t get over that! 😂
I miss being slack jawed, like when I saw the soon to be released Mario 64, in action, back in the day, Same goes for the last Bioshock game. Even more modern, Mario Odyssey. It bumped Mario 64 as my all time favorite game. I remember being in love with a game like Okami. I don’t feel excited about the stuff that’s been announced for this year, so far.
Another thing that baffled me. Star Wars fans being excited about ELEVEN new projects! Weren’t people just complaining about Disney’s treatment of the franchise a couple of years ago? 🤷🏾♂️
Re: Talking Point: An Extraordinary Year For Gaming Certainly Didn’t Come Easy
I think entertainment, overall, is dry. 2020 was a boring year. Nothing really exciting is going on. I still wonder what the game Shows, like E3, would have looked like, if there was no pandemic. Of course, it’s a matter of taste.
I never liked AC. The Mario compilation is cool but, I’ve played those games, back in the day.
I was baffled by the hype for the PS5 and the new Xbox. All of that excitement over teraflops and quality of life improvements. Where were the handful of killer games that were must own and exclusives? Making games compatible to the last generation systems and doing upgrades...meh. Made the next generation even less appealing.
I don’t know if the game industry will be effected but, where does entertainment go from here? I don’t see anything having much bite with people being so sensitive. Where’s the energy? The excitement? 🤷🏾♂️ I understand things have been turned upside down, due to the virus, but, outside of that, when things are in full swing, I’m worried about future content.
Re: Surprise, Surprise! Super Mario 3D All-Stars Prices Skyrocket As Scalpers Set Up Shop
Can’t wait until this is a distant memory. Looking forward to the day somebody brings is up and I go, oh yea, I forgot about that!” 😕
Re: Back Page: Our Sneak Peek At The (Definitely Real) Early Draft Of Ubisoft’s Female Game Reviewer Movie
I hope you guys do more back page articles. This was interesting. Thanks! ☺️
Re: Review: Doshin The Giant - A Chilled-Out Cult Classic That's Still Fresh In 2021
I didn’t see any mention of a Switch release. Why the review? Is Nintendolife revisiting old games?
Re: Dev Explains Why Nintendo Made Mario's Anniversary Games Limited-Time
FOMO? This is my first time seeing this. Bet I’ll start seeing it everywhere now.
Re: UK Charts: Super Mario 3D All-Stars Sees Huge Sales Spike Ahead Of Its Removal From Stores This Week
@carlos82 ok. I thought Nintendo wanted the unsold copies back. It seemed weird to me.
Re: UK Charts: Super Mario 3D All-Stars Sees Huge Sales Spike Ahead Of Its Removal From Stores This Week
What happen to the unsold copies of Allstars? If such a thing will exist by the first.
Re: Nintendo Appears To Have Already Terminated Super Mario Maker's Bookmark Website
@TheLightSpirit I was a coaster fanatic growing up. When I would go to amusement parks, it was mainly about the coasters and thrill rides. That mentality stuck with me in digital form, too! 😂 I remembered getting some kind of compilation pack. It was RTC3 (after I got rid of the original. The bugs really hurt the game) and it included the water park and zoo expansions. I briefly flirted with the water park stuff and I never looked into the zoo aspect. I bought RCT 3 last year, on the Switch and it got me curious about other games like this. Maybe a Sim City type game. If you have any recommendations, send them my way!
Re: Nintendo Appears To Have Already Terminated Super Mario Maker's Bookmark Website
@TheLightSpirit I agree. I always preferred the creator content from LittleBigPlanet players. It didn’t feel like people set out to create difficult levels, with no sense of the player in mind. In my mind, it’s something like the people who create coasters in Roller Coaster Tycoon, just to see them fly off the track and kill park guest. 😂
Re: Former Nintendo Of America President Reggie To Step Down From GameStop's Board Of Directors
Don’t get the love for this dude. Everything he says is typical corporate stuff with an occasional quotable line.
Re: Get Up To 75% Off With These Switch eShop Offers (North America)
@jump I recently bought Mario + Rabbids Kingdom (haven’t played it yet). These games have similar gameplay, right?
Re: Sonic The Hedgehog's Getting Its Own Physical Card Game
Lots of Sonic announcements, except for the one thing that made him a household name. 🤷🏾♂️
Re: Close To 190 Employees Have Reportedly Been Laid Off By Activision Blizzard, Due To Impact Of The Pandemic
@BloodNinja I feel like I’ve seen you comment on YouTube videos. I think on popular Switch channels. It’s the way you end your comments. It’s always stuck out to me! I saw you comment on a video and I was like, “I think that’s him (or her)!” 😂 I hadn’t seen a comment from you, so I forgot about it. Your comment reminded me! 😂
Edit: these types of articles, about this company, seem to come out every couple of years. Layoffs after record profits. The big wigs still getting their bonuses. What I don’t recall seeing are the severance packages and healthcare for a year. I could be wrong.