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Definitely picking this up tomorrow. Long games like these will be enjoyed far more by me on the Switch and it’s ability to play anywhere.

I was considering checking this out but unfortunately I won’t support bad ports on any system. This is a firm pass for me. Maybe they can fix it with a patch but that doesn’t sound likely and even if it could they shouldn’t have released it in this state.

Wish this site was formatted for iPad...

@gloom I’m thinking it’s pretty obvious that the devs had a tough time programming for the Switch. I’m hearing the file size is larger than other formats and it runs slower. Sounds like some really sloppy or just plain inexperienced coding.

Do they really think Microsoft and Sony are releasing new consoles in 2019? I’m finding that really hard to believe. Both companies are said that their current consoles may be their last with us just seeing upgrades from time to time like the Pro and the X. Games will be developed to run on the original consoles and also to take advantage of the faster hardware. Switch will be running the gimpy versions but will not be left behind. Nintendo really hit a sweet spot with the portability factor of the switch. It’s going to do well. I hope Nintendo puts out a “new” Nintendo Switch in the future like it did with the 3DS that gives more power etc but runs older software. Would be great and allow them maintain the power needed for decent 3rd party support.

Here’s my deal, I’d love to get some of these games on switch. My son and I both play a lot of video games. We both have ps4/xboxone/Switch we call our own. On the ps4/Xbox I can buy one copy of a game digitally and we can both enjoy it on our consoles thanks to the way those companies have their home system setup and sharing. There is nothing like that on Nintendo. So for us to both play this on our switch I’m either paying for the game twice or we are taking turns, and of course we could t ever play together over the network. Work on that Nintendo.

Looks great!! Definitely going to load this up.

Wow...

Guess I’m just too old. I listed Super Mario Bros. As the best 2D. It was my first NES game, I was playing it the arcade even before I had my NES. First love I guess, always a special place in the heart. I really enjoyed Mario 64 as well. I just couldn’t put that one down. I haven’t been hooked to a Mario game in the 3D realm quite as much since then. I enjoyed all the others but I played those two games quite a bit more than any of the others.

@Danrenfroe2016 I’m hoping they come out with a more powerful version. I’m fine with the screen size but I wouldn’t be put off by it being a little thicker or heavier to support a little more power. I’m not expecting 4K but it would be nice if all games that came out on it could run at 1080p 60.

@shaneoh or at least put out an updated Bluetooth wavebird. All these adapters and cables are BS. Just put out a wireless version and be done.

If the switch could deliver the same experience I’m expecting on my other two consoles it would definitely be my preferred platform to play Battlefront. It can’t though and after seeing how it looks I’d have a hard time enjoying the experience knowing it’s prettier and faster on the other side of the fence.

I enjoyed playing BotW but after playing through it twice I have to admit I think too much of the game revolves about locating and completing shrines. A better mix of shrines and dungeons would have made the game perfect in my mind.

Because sitting in front of a TV is a challenge...

I think they failed to mention the botched launch and the name Wii U. I know several people who thought the Wii U was an add on for the Wii and of course most didn’t even know about it as there was very little advertising going on in the US.

@Ventilator I'm thinking lazy port. The system is definitely capable with the right folks doing the programming.

@SoIDecidedTo yea that’s very true, when something is basically unavailable for 6 months you kinda stop looking.

@sillygostly yea this Walmart tends to stock fairly well for the average Walmart, usually a little late on releases. Pretty sure they didn’t even get any of the SNES mini and when it comes to games, if I want them on launch day I go elsewhere.

@edgedino yea could definitely be a factor.

Not sure if demand is slowing but my local Walmart has had a single Splatoon bundle in stock for at least the last two weeks. Prior to that I’ve only seen a Switch in stock one other time, the cabinet is usually empty. Perhaps no one wants to buy that bundle. Holidays are coming too so I expect demand to ramp back up before Christmas.

To me the whole life thing was a hold over from arcade games. They don’t make sense on a console where I have an infinite number of tries.

Nice to see the Switch doing so well. Looking forward to some MARIO later this month

Walked up to the door at Target 10 minutes before open, 7th in line with 42 in stock.

I’m kinda aggravated by this. I have the other controller they sell that looks identical to the SNES game pad. They updated it to work with the switch and the NES mini so why not the SNES? I connected it to the SNES and it connects no problem but certain buttons don’t work. Seems like an easy firmware update to me.

@thesilverbrick I picked up one at Target this morning and they had 42 available. Situation already looks a lot better than the NES Mini. I hope all the scalpers enjoy sitting on their extra systems.

My local target had 42 in stock this morning. I got there right when they opened and there were 6 people waiting in line. Situation already looking better than the NES Mini. Glad I got one from a store at the actual retail price. I never once saw the NES Mini available anywhere. I hope all the scalpers choke on their purchases.

If I can get my hands on one I may try for the European version. I had the NA version back in the day but find the Euro more attractive. I also like the colored buttons on the controller. The American version is just bland to me. May try stopping by Target to see if I can get the NA version. I won’t be holding my breath.

Definitely gonna pick up Doom on release day. I really love being able to play anywhere, long live the Switch!

@JamesR I totally agree with you but this situation unfortunately leaves enthusiasts with no other option. I literally never saw the NES classic available anywhere for its entire lifespan. It was either feed a scalper or do without. Nintendo needs to make enough to meet the early demand otherwise the scalpers just keep gobbling them up the entire time as they did with the Nes. It was easy money for the scalpers.

This is just the kind of game I like to have on the go. Just preordered from Amazon for 20$. Can't beat that. My son and I will both enjoy it.

@daveh30 gotcha, yea that's some BS. I'll just pas on those games. Vote with your wallet.

Don't see what the big deal is. Some games will be too large to fit on the internal storage. That really doesn't come as much of a surprise. At least it will be stated right on the top of the box.

I bought a 200GB when I got my Switch at launch. I believe I paid 100$ for it then. By the time I'm thinking I need more space, which I may never, that 400GB card will cost a lot less. Glad to see they are continually getting bigger.

In Japan they have smaller rooms etc.. that's my theory on the silly short cables...they aren't worried about the west. We just buy their stuff. We try to anyway... looks like raspberry pi for me, I'll never actually see the SNES Mini at retail and the scalpers aren't getting my money.

@BLP_Software I didn't get email from any of the 4 retailers I signed up on, not that it would have mattered since it apparently happened while I was sleeping in the early morning hours. I'm totally bitter about these Nintendo rollouts.

Only issue is we don't know what the stock situation is really like because scalpers order 50 of them at a time... stock obviously won't last long like that. I would have at least liked to have a shot at trying to order one but unfortunately I was fast asleep when all the retailers decided to open the flood gates...Nintendo can suck it, they truly have idiots in charge of product rollouts.

The only place to preorder the snes mini, EBay. It's absolutely ridiculous to have to go through this to try to purchase something. They need to just stop with the whole internet preorder business and just stock the things on store shelves. Would be really funny seeing these idiots trying to put 50 units in their cart to go check out. I just want one, it shouldn't be this difficult.

@tanookisuit same, I'm totally pissed. I got a notice when Walmart screwed up and consequently cancelled my order.. now nothing, and it all happens while I'm sleeping.

I really hate that this all literally happened before I got out of bed!!! If I have to get one of these from a scalper I'm seriously considering just saying screw it and Nintendo...

Joy-Con pro I can see it now...

Nintendo definitely does not cease to amaze. The Wii U may have been a dud, at least in some people's eyes, but the Switch is basically everything I've ever wanted from a console. Nintendo has always been my favorite and they have truly spoiled me with the Switch. All future systems must be playable on the go!

I'd have to disagree. If we are going to judge this based on graphics and portability then the golden age will always be ahead as things will always advance. I miss the days where you bought a game and you got the full functional 100% complete game in the box. Now days you can't get a game from the store but more an install disc. Even Nintendo cartridge games require day one patches. Games from most devs launch with bugs that can at times really mess up the game until the next patch that can sometimes take a while to roll out. Now everything has paid DLC and quite often you don't really get the full game at launch. I think the golden age of gaming died when the internet made it too easy too for game publishers to put out unfinished broken games and allow publishers to nickel and dime their fans with DLC and micro transactions.

I'm glad that Nintendo is in my opinion still the best when it comes to testing their games before launch and providing the full experience without extra cost.

@LuckyLand funny thing is I hate achievements because for me I feel like they kinda ruined the experience for me for a period. It wasn't the achievements themselves rather the gamer score on Xbox live. My friends and I got kinda competitive with our gamer scores for a while and it started to impact the games I would play and the systems I would purchase games for. Now I don't bother worrying about achievements and things are like they used to be. Just play good games for the exper and enjoyment.

@Raiko LCDs screens aren't subject to screen burn-in, that's just plasma displays.

@Don yea but there are actually 3rd party games coming to the Switch. I'm very encouraged by the list. Very happy Switch owner right now. A break in big Nintendo titles gives me a little time to catch up on my other games on Xbox/PS4 .

Seeing the list of games and accessories is such a breath of fresh air. It's really rock solid proof that the Switch is a hit and Nintendo is back! I loved the Wii U personally but the slow trickle of titles that crawled onto the system definitely highlighted the fact that it wasn't performing very well in the market.

Just gonna go straight digital on these. I knew there was a reason I put a 200GB SD card in the Switch . Glad to see these coming, I was keeping an eye on the 3DS version ages ago.

Sure I have a few different copies of Street Fighter for various systems. I decided to get it in the Switch because I thought it would be cool to have anywhere. If feel ill be buying many games that fit just this reasoning.

I hope this game shows up in the US around the same time. It looks great and is just the kind of game I like to play on the go!

Very impressed, that took a lot of work!