I love the NA box, it screams 90s. But that's my 90s experience, I grew up with that console and its box art. I imagine that's how most of us will choose. I love the look of the overseas console, but it's not what I grew up with
I've always been skeptical of live-action Zelda film working, it seems made for animation, but this looks alright. I instantly thought, "There's Zelda," which was likely the idea
I have a modded top-loader (simple LED mod under the POWER button), but play my NES carts on an AVS. I love that it used actual POWER and RESET buttons from the NES days
I picked up two of the speakers years back, though this may be an updated version. They were dirt cheap at the time, but I like the look. Less sold on the rest of the items, especially the keyboard's pricing, but it's great to see the NES celebrated, it's still one of my all-time favorite consoles. My folks got me the Deluxe Set back in what I think was 1986, as it wasn't yet widely available during the Christmas of 85, and it had a huge impact one me. It's when I truly fell in love with video games
I'd play a game based TOS or TNG for sure, but Trek games are usually so iffy I'm not in a rush to try this one. At the end of the day, I'd just like a Judgement Rites and A Final Unity remastered (with the original voice acting intact)
I've not yet looked into how much an admission ticket costs, but with amiibo leaping to upwards of 40 or more dollars a piece, I'm sure it's incredibly reasonable. Would love to see a traveling exhibition, though, for those who cannot easily travel to Japan
Don't be too hard yourself. I was about 6 or 7 when the original SMB released. I was gifted it when it was brand new. I loved it, great game and more impressive than what had previously been available for an at-home experience. But I turned my nose up at older titles, the ones that existed before I was born, and to this day I've still scoffed at giving some of them a try. Funny thing about SMB was that even when a "better" version was released in the 16-bit era, I preferred the original's sprite work. It was more charming to me than the updated and modern All-Stars revisions. I beat this one back in the day, but man, I definitely needed the infinite 1-UPs trick. Glad you tried this one again!
Having lived through every Nintendo launch since the NES, this one feels pretty underwhelming in terms of heavy hitters being present. I enjoyed Mario Kart, but after a couple weeks, I was ready for something more substantial. DK landed, which I'm still playing through slowly. If I were a younger me, say teens or 20s, I'd feel pretty let down. As a gamer in his 40s who doesn't have the gaming time he once had, the rate of 1st party drops is great. But I'm not the target demo. Nintendo needs to up their game here
@ChameleonBros Thanks! I took a screenshot to reference later. I appreciate you taking the time to write that. I do have the little attachment you mentioned, though I didn't know what the heck it was
I'm embarrassed to say I couldn't figure out the controls. I tried Joycon 2, is said I was Player 2, so I tried Joycon 1, and it worked as a mouse cursor, but I couldn't figure out which buttons are the two mouse buttons. It was awkward to hold. Is there a Mouse adapter I'm missing? Something to clip on the JoyCon?
From a storytelling perspective. StarFox, F-Zero or Metroid would make more interesting feature films, but if you're looking for a recognizable IP that could make for a wacky, colorful adventure aimed at younger viewers, this is probably the best bet
Doesn't sound too hard to implement. You could start the app like always, but it would feature a tab system. 'Available Titles' and 'Titles on this Console'. You check the ones under available that you want and it becomes a custom download for the app. But what do I know, I'm just a Nintendo fan will storage that isn't limitless
Will wait for reviews. I loved Double Dragon NEON, but I think that was WayForward, and I put a lot more faith in WayForward. This new game looks... cheap. Like it was initially made for smartphones
Funny you posted this, I was just online with Nintendo's customer support asking about the Switch 2's support for the first replica controller they released, the NES pads. You could only charge them by docking them with your Switch 1 and charging them in place of the Joy-Cons. I explained this feature to both Nintendo support reps and asked how I can charge them for use with my Switch 2 now that I traded in my 1 to help fund the 2. The first rep explained to me that the NES controllers are out of stock. I shook my head and tried a second human who didn't do much better. Are the old NES pads able to charge on a Joy-Con charging station for Switch 1? Meanwhile, on topic, I dig the GC pad for the Switch 2, but it definitely feels different in my hands than my original Gamecube controllers. I hope they expand the line for diehards, I'd love an NES Advantage to use with Nintendo Online's NES offerings
I'd be suspicious of any second-hand Switch 2 console right now, the console JUST came out. If anything, pick it up from somewhere like Gamestop that tests every unit first and comes with a receipt
I like the idea of other Nintendo characters and franchise tracks as DLC. The focus should stay on Mario's legacy, but it sure was a lot of fun racing Link
The lazy Red Dead 1 re-release doesn't fill me with hope. It should have been a proper remaster and was not, though I could see the Switch 2 running a straight port of RDR2 well
When I look at the materials used, I'm forced to ask... why the heck is this 40 dollars?! I picked one up on Amazon from a brand I've never heard of for about 20 and it's working just fine
Picked up one today and I like it, but the price is nuts and the color is boring. I can live with black, but the gray feels out of place. They should have gone with the blue or red accents from the Switch 2 joycons here
I'm still not buying this thing. I'm old enough to remember NES pack-in titles. SNES pack-in titles. Game Boy pack-in titles. Wii pack-in titles. You think Wii Sports as an included title would have convinced Nintendo that pack-ins out of the goodness of Nintendo's heart can move a lot more product over time, with the perceived value being greater. Some things you do as a video game company to reward your fanbase, not shake them down for additional cash
I'm not supporting this with money, but enough people will that Nintendo will learn the wrong lesson and never bundle anything free with a console at launch again
Because I was a kid at the time, the NES and SNES launch libraries are my favorite launch titles. The NES had a little bit of everything available and the SNES, while releasing far fewer titles at launch, were fantastic. Packing in Super Mario World alone makes it a stellar start
Nintendo's Wii Shop had music in 2006. To be fair, I spend a lot of time on Sony's PS Store and it doesn't have tunes, but Nintendo using music back in the day just felt more fun. They could've just recycled the same tune for every console and I'd have been happy
At this point, the bad seems to outweigh the good, but I have sincerely loved every Nintendo console I've ever owned. I'm not happy about leaping from 60 to 80 for games. The industry will likely see Nintendo get away with it and follow suit, even for broken, unpolished titles. It wouldn't be such a big deal if Nintendo could offer the same amazing sales and discounts the Playstation Store sees regularly, even for AAA titles. We'll all just have to see with sales numbers what consumers globally are willing to spend
If we were in a relationship with Nintendo, they would employ what psychologists call 'withholding'. Want a new F-Zero, Star Fox, or a port of HD titles from the Wii U? Want a US release of Mother 3? So sorry, you're out of luck, but don't you dare emulate it!
We're getting ripped off. No game for a system that looks to finally be able to keep up with the last console generation's graphical abilities should be 80 dollars, and that's just for a Mario Kart World box that has a cart inside with no game on it. It unlocks a download. I've picked up every Nintendo system since the NES was new, but this might be 'buy in a couple years' kind of console. Unless there's a new Zelda to get excited about, I'm not all in
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Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl - SNES Classic Mini Console
I love the NA box, it screams 90s. But that's my 90s experience, I grew up with that console and its box art. I imagine that's how most of us will choose. I love the look of the overseas console, but it's not what I grew up with
Re: Review: PB Tails Crush 550 TMR Controller For Switch 1 & 2 - A Gorgeous, Fair-Weather Pad With Classic Car Stylings
I'm in the 'the more crap you slap on a controller, the worse it looks' camp
Re: Rumour: Zelda Movie Production Set Footage Has Supposedly Leaked Online
I've always been skeptical of live-action Zelda film working, it seems made for animation, but this looks alright. I instantly thought, "There's Zelda," which was likely the idea
Re: Talking Point: How Do You Play NES Games These Days?
I have a modded top-loader (simple LED mod under the POWER button), but play my NES carts on an AVS. I love that it used actual POWER and RESET buttons from the NES days
Re: 8BitDo Announces 'NES40 Collection' Of Peripherals, And They're Up For Pre-Order Today
I picked up two of the speakers years back, though this may be an updated version. They were dirt cheap at the time, but I like the look. Less sold on the rest of the items, especially the keyboard's pricing, but it's great to see the NES celebrated, it's still one of my all-time favorite consoles. My folks got me the Deluxe Set back in what I think was 1986, as it wasn't yet widely available during the Christmas of 85, and it had a huge impact one me. It's when I truly fell in love with video games
Re: Review: Star Trek: Resurgence (Switch) - '90s Trek Fan? This'll Transport You
I'd play a game based TOS or TNG for sure, but Trek games are usually so iffy I'm not in a rush to try this one. At the end of the day, I'd just like a Judgement Rites and A Final Unity remastered (with the original voice acting intact)
Re: Feature: Who Is Devon Pritchard? - Meet The Next NOA President Stepping Into Bowser's Boots
If she wants to win us over, make amiibo affordable again
Re: Nintendo Museum Introduces "Limited-Time" Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary Ticket
I've not yet looked into how much an admission ticket costs, but with amiibo leaping to upwards of 40 or more dollars a piece, I'm sure it's incredibly reasonable. Would love to see a traveling exhibition, though, for those who cannot easily travel to Japan
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
I miss All-Stars and hope Sega returns to a racer that covers all of Sega's history
Re: "It Was A Bit Of A Perplexing Experience" - Hideki Kamiya On The Fan Reaction To Bayonetta 3
I was so disappointed with 3 that I never finished it. 2 was a blast, though
Re: Opinion: I'm Celebrating Super Mario Bros.' 40th Anniversary By Finally Finishing It
Don't be too hard yourself. I was about 6 or 7 when the original SMB released. I was gifted it when it was brand new. I loved it, great game and more impressive than what had previously been available for an at-home experience. But I turned my nose up at older titles, the ones that existed before I was born, and to this day I've still scoffed at giving some of them a try. Funny thing about SMB was that even when a "better" version was released in the 16-bit era, I preferred the original's sprite work. It was more charming to me than the updated and modern All-Stars revisions. I beat this one back in the day, but man, I definitely needed the infinite 1-UPs trick. Glad you tried this one again!
Re: Poll: Three Months In, How Would You Rate Switch 2's Library So Far?
Having lived through every Nintendo launch since the NES, this one feels pretty underwhelming in terms of heavy hitters being present. I enjoyed Mario Kart, but after a couple weeks, I was ready for something more substantial. DK landed, which I'm still playing through slowly. If I were a younger me, say teens or 20s, I'd feel pretty let down. As a gamer in his 40s who doesn't have the gaming time he once had, the rate of 1st party drops is great. But I'm not the target demo. Nintendo needs to up their game here
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's SNES Library With A Mouse Game
@ChameleonBros Thanks! I took a screenshot to reference later. I appreciate you taking the time to write that. I do have the little attachment you mentioned, though I didn't know what the heck it was
Re: Nintendo Expands Switch Online's SNES Library With A Mouse Game
I'm embarrassed to say I couldn't figure out the controls. I tried Joycon 2, is said I was Player 2, so I tried Joycon 1, and it worked as a mouse cursor, but I couldn't figure out which buttons are the two mouse buttons. It was awkward to hold. Is there a Mouse adapter I'm missing? Something to clip on the JoyCon?
Re: Nintendo's LEGO Game Boy Officially Revealed, Releasing 1st October 2025
I haven't bought and played with a Lego set since childhood, but this one, yeah, instant pre-order. The price point was perfect. It was on Amazon (US)
Re: Donkey Kong Might Be Getting His Own Movie
@eldersnake Agreed. If Nintendo opts to branch out and try an animated streaming film or animated series, I could see them turning to those franchises
Re: Donkey Kong Might Be Getting His Own Movie
From a storytelling perspective. StarFox, F-Zero or Metroid would make more interesting feature films, but if you're looking for a recognizable IP that could make for a wacky, colorful adventure aimed at younger viewers, this is probably the best bet
Re: First 4 Figures Unveils Sonic The Hedgehog Title Screen, Pre-Orders Now Live
I like it! But not 300+ dollars like it
Re: Mega Man Is One Of Capcom's "Most Important IPs" Despite No New Games In 7+ Years
At this point, I'd be happy to see some remasters of the earliest MM titles in the visual style of 11
Re: Talking Point: With Bigger GameCube File Sizes, Should Nintendo Let Us Download Individual NSO Games?
Doesn't sound too hard to implement. You could start the app like always, but it would feature a tab system. 'Available Titles' and 'Titles on this Console'. You check the ones under available that you want and it becomes a custom download for the app. But what do I know, I'm just a Nintendo fan will storage that isn't limitless
Re: Video: Which Original Switch Accessories Won't Work On Switch 2?
Do the NES controllers from Switch 1 for Nintendo Online still pair and function?
Re: Mario Kart World: Kamek Item Explained - What Does It Do & How To Get It
@Matt-e-r None for us. Which is a bummer. It helps other players unlock new outfits, but not the person using the item
Re: Mario Kart World: All Vehicles - What's The Best Kart?
I appreciate the addition of a R.O.B. vehicle, that was an unexpected touch
Re: Beat 'Em Up Classic Double Dragon Gets A Modern Revival On Switch This October
Will wait for reviews. I loved Double Dragon NEON, but I think that was WayForward, and I put a lot more faith in WayForward. This new game looks... cheap. Like it was initially made for smartphones
Re: Review: Nintendo Switch Online GameCube Controller - The Return Of The King
@Jack_Goetz Awesome! Thank you
Re: Review: Nintendo Switch Online GameCube Controller - The Return Of The King
@Jack_Goetz That's great news, does anyone have confirmation it works from having tried it?
Re: Review: Nintendo Switch Online GameCube Controller - The Return Of The King
Funny you posted this, I was just online with Nintendo's customer support asking about the Switch 2's support for the first replica controller they released, the NES pads. You could only charge them by docking them with your Switch 1 and charging them in place of the Joy-Cons. I explained this feature to both Nintendo support reps and asked how I can charge them for use with my Switch 2 now that I traded in my 1 to help fund the 2. The first rep explained to me that the NES controllers are out of stock. I shook my head and tried a second human who didn't do much better. Are the old NES pads able to charge on a Joy-Con charging station for Switch 1? Meanwhile, on topic, I dig the GC pad for the Switch 2, but it definitely feels different in my hands than my original Gamecube controllers. I hope they expand the line for diehards, I'd love an NES Advantage to use with Nintendo Online's NES offerings
Re: Nintendo's Strict Policy On MiG Carts Is Creating A Problem For Secondhand Switch 2 Buyers
I'd be suspicious of any second-hand Switch 2 console right now, the console JUST came out. If anything, pick it up from somewhere like Gamestop that tests every unit first and comes with a receipt
Re: Where Are Mario Kart World's Non-Mario Racers? Producer Kosuke Yabuki Has The Answer
I like the idea of other Nintendo characters and franchise tracks as DLC. The focus should stay on Mario's legacy, but it sure was a lot of fun racing Link
Re: Red Dead Redemption 2's John Marston Teases "Exciting News" This Week
The lazy Red Dead 1 re-release doesn't fill me with hope. It should have been a proper remaster and was not, though I could see the Switch 2 running a straight port of RDR2 well
Re: Review: Nintendo Switch 2 Carry Case - The Official Option Is A Solid One
When I look at the materials used, I'm forced to ask... why the heck is this 40 dollars?! I picked one up on Amazon from a brand I've never heard of for about 20 and it's working just fine
Re: Review: Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller - A New Benchmark In Comfort And Design
Picked up one today and I like it, but the price is nuts and the color is boring. I can live with black, but the gray feels out of place. They should have gone with the blue or red accents from the Switch 2 joycons here
Re: Poll: So, Did You Order A Nintendo Switch 2?
If I pick one up at launch, it will be the Mario Kart bundle to save 30 dollars on a title that would be, otherwise, overpriced
Re: Video: "It's Actually...Really Good" - Our Hot 'Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour' Preview Take
I'm still not buying this thing. I'm old enough to remember NES pack-in titles. SNES pack-in titles. Game Boy pack-in titles. Wii pack-in titles. You think Wii Sports as an included title would have convinced Nintendo that pack-ins out of the goodness of Nintendo's heart can move a lot more product over time, with the perceived value being greater. Some things you do as a video game company to reward your fanbase, not shake them down for additional cash
Re: Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Trailer Highlights New Minigames & Tech Demos
I'm not supporting this with money, but enough people will that Nintendo will learn the wrong lesson and never bundle anything free with a console at launch again
Re: Mortal Kombat 1 Dev NetherRealm Confirms It's Shifting Focus To "Next Project"
"the end of the game could be near with the release of the Definitive Edition"
In other news, the setting sun signals the end of the day could be near.
Re: Feature: Universal Won't Say Anything About A Zelda Theme Park, But They Don't Have To
A Zelda expansion priority-wise would have made a lot more sense than Donkey Kong
Re: "This Is It!" - Nintendo On Why It Added 'Cow' Into Mario Kart World
I'd rather have no extra character than a cow. It's Mario Kart, it should be a Mario character
Re: Back Page: Mario Kart World's Roster Is Full Of Deep Cuts, So Where Are These Guys?
Other: Wart from SMB2 USA
Re: Poll: After One Month, How Often Are You Actually Using 'Nintendo Today'?
Tried it, deleted it for space. I'd rather get my Nintendo news from your page and Nintendo's socials
Re: amiibo Could Be Getting A Price Hike, According To GameStop Listings (US)
I'd go up to 20 for an amiibo I really like the design of, but no higher
Re: Talking Point: Does Switch 2 Have Nintendo's Best Launch Line-Up Ever?
Because I was a kid at the time, the NES and SNES launch libraries are my favorite launch titles. The NES had a little bit of everything available and the SNES, while releasing far fewer titles at launch, were fantastic. Packing in Super Mario World alone makes it a stellar start
Re: The Switch 2 Won't Have Achievements Or eShop Music
Nintendo's Wii Shop had music in 2006. To be fair, I spend a lot of time on Sony's PS Store and it doesn't have tunes, but Nintendo using music back in the day just felt more fun. They could've just recycled the same tune for every console and I'd have been happy
Re: Opinion: A Few Too Many Questions & Unwelcome Surprises Are Taking The Shine Off The Switch 2 Reveal
At this point, the bad seems to outweigh the good, but I have sincerely loved every Nintendo console I've ever owned. I'm not happy about leaping from 60 to 80 for games. The industry will likely see Nintendo get away with it and follow suit, even for broken, unpolished titles. It wouldn't be such a big deal if Nintendo could offer the same amazing sales and discounts the Playstation Store sees regularly, even for AAA titles. We'll all just have to see with sales numbers what consumers globally are willing to spend
Re: Talking Point: Zelda: Wind Waker Is On Switch 2 - Do You Still Want A WW:HD Port?
If we were in a relationship with Nintendo, they would employ what psychologists call 'withholding'. Want a new F-Zero, Star Fox, or a port of HD titles from the Wii U? Want a US release of Mother 3? So sorry, you're out of luck, but don't you dare emulate it!
Re: Hands On: Should 'Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour' Be A Pack-In Game?
Of all the recent announcements, this one, a tech demo costing players extra cash, may be even greedier than 80 bucks for a Mario Kart game
Re: Poll: So, How Would You Rate The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct?
We're getting ripped off. No game for a system that looks to finally be able to keep up with the last console generation's graphical abilities should be 80 dollars, and that's just for a Mario Kart World box that has a cart inside with no game on it. It unlocks a download. I've picked up every Nintendo system since the NES was new, but this might be 'buy in a couple years' kind of console. Unless there's a new Zelda to get excited about, I'm not all in
Re: Uh Oh, Switch 2's Home Screen Looks Just As Bland As We Feared
I expect some level of visual pizazz for a $450 console. Heck, my PS3 had a more dynamic home screen in 2006
Re: Poll: So, How Would You Rate The Nintendo Direct For March 2025?
As meh as meh can be
Re: Nike's Donkey Kong Country-Inspired Trainers Finally Launch Today, But Be Quick
I find them hideous and definitely not worth that price tag. Still, if you're a diehard DK fan, I understand