Not much shown for 2021 but 2022 looks exciting. Glad more people can enjoy N64 and Genesis games. I have a hacked Switch running Retroarch so I've enjoyed it for some time. I have the Retrobit 6 button Genesis controller, I highly recommend that model!
I'm a broken record here but I'd rather have Nintendo make a Switch 2 instead of a Switch Pro. Developers would still have to support the original model so we're not going to see the performance/resolution boost people are expecting. If the Switch 2 can be on par with the Xbox One we'll probably keep getting current gen ports.
You can also touch the battery icon to reveal the percentage, but I hate using the touchscreen if I don't have to (fingerprints!) so its nice to know this option exists. 😄
Kinda related, I recently played Mortal Kombat 3 on a Game Gear emulator and was surprised by how good the graphics looked lol. The gameplay kind of sucked when you remember that there were only 2 buttons 😅
People argue that game backups are piracy, but this is a perfect example where if you purchased the game you should be entitled to keeping the ROM forever.
Disappointing that you have to be connected to the internet to start the game (this frustrated me on the subway pre-covid lol). Besides that they did an awesome job bringing it to the Switch with 60fps 😁
Most of the time the articles/reviews give you enough context to know if a game is online only, but I wish Nintendo Life was more clear when a game is online only. Maybe a field at the beginning of the page?
Mario Kart Tour would have been great if it worked in landscape mode, supported gamepads, and had 200cc unlocked for all. Nintendo really knows how to ruin a mobile game smh.
You guys do a great job at finding and reviewing every game. I've played so many games just because they've been featured on this site. Keep up the good work!
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Re: The Toy-Themed Shooter Hypercharge: Unboxed Just Got Its "Biggest" Switch Update Ever
@D_Cybercherries I'm always looking for fun split screen games. Its always cool to see a dev responding to comments, keep up the good work! 😎
Re: Poll: What Did You Think Of Yesterday's Nintendo Direct?
Not much shown for 2021 but 2022 looks exciting. Glad more people can enjoy N64 and Genesis games. I have a hacked Switch running Retroarch so I've enjoyed it for some time. I have the Retrobit 6 button Genesis controller, I highly recommend that model!
Re: These New Sega Charging Mats Let You Wirelessly Charge Your Phone In Style
Need this in the U.S. 😭
Re: Lil Gator Game Is An Adorable Adventure Waddling Onto Switch
Looks very cool! Like a mix of Croc and Tearaway.
Re: Mini Review: Hoa - A Gentle Platformer With Stunning Studio Ghibli-Esque Art
Sometimes I need an easy game to relax to. Not everything needs Dark Souls level difficulty 😜
Re: Secret Neighbor, A Multiplayer Horror Set In The Hello Neighbor Universe, Scares Switch Next Week
Split screen? My neices and nephews love hello neighbor, would be fun to play with them.
Re: Techland Is Reportedly Bringing Dying Light: Platinum Edition To Switch This October
It says Local Co-op, anyone know if that means split screen?
Re: Worms Rumble Is Out Now, With Spaceport Added In Free Update
Is this online only or can I play offline/split screen style?
Re: Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy: Cloud Version Confirmed For Switch
Wow lost all excitement when I saw its cloud only. Might as well play on PC if I have to be close to an internet connection.
Re: Sonic Colors: Ultimate Confirmed For Switch, Releases This Fall
As a Sonic fan I'm mad at this game for introducing wisps to the series. I hate wisps.
Re: Rumour: Sega Will Re-Release Sonic 3 & Knuckles In A New Sonic Collection
My favorite Sonic game and I play it all the time via emulator but it would be great for the masses to replay as well. 👍🏽
Re: Soapbox: Hurry Up And Release The Switch Pro Already, My Switch Is Dying
I'm a broken record here but I'd rather have Nintendo make a Switch 2 instead of a Switch Pro. Developers would still have to support the original model so we're not going to see the performance/resolution boost people are expecting. If the Switch 2 can be on par with the Xbox One we'll probably keep getting current gen ports.
Re: Site News: After Our Best Year Yet, Things Are Changing Here At Nintendo Life
I love Nintendo Life, keep pushing out quality content. 👑
Re: Jet Set Radio's Legacy Lives On In This Official Trailer For Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
Looks cool but I hate the way-to-early announcements. Remind me again in 2022.
Seriously tho I wish Nintendo Life had a notification system where it can remind you that a game you're interested in got released.
Re: Poll: What Did You Think Of The February 2021 Nintendo Direct, Then?
that nintendo direct was wack. 👎🏽
Re: Random: Did You Know About Nintendo Switch's ZL/ZR Battery Feature?
You can also touch the battery icon to reveal the percentage, but I hate using the touchscreen if I don't have to (fingerprints!) so its nice to know this option exists. 😄
Re: Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury Leaked Online A Week Before Launch
Those of us with hacked Switches are used to playing games a week ahead. If its in the hands of reviewers its in the hands of the community. 😜
Re: Immortals Fenyx Rising Meets Blood Of Zeus In New Limited-Time DLC
Still stuck at the last boss 😭
Glad they keep making DLCs. As far pricing goes I'm playing on custom firmware so not concerned. 🙃
Re: Video: Seven 'Impossible' Ports That Made It Onto Nintendo Systems
Kinda related, I recently played Mortal Kombat 3 on a Game Gear emulator and was surprised by how good the graphics looked lol. The gameplay kind of sucked when you remember that there were only 2 buttons 😅
Re: Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury File Size Revealed
I'd still consider 3 gb small. Large to me is 20gb+ like NBA 2K and Mortal Kombat 11 lol.
Re: How Much Faster Is Super Mario 3D World On Switch Compared To The Wii U Original? This Much
Being a huge Sonic fan I'm all for making Mario faster! 😁
Re: Nintendo Appears To Be Pulling DSiWare Games From The 3DS eShop
People argue that game backups are piracy, but this is a perfect example where if you purchased the game you should be entitled to keeping the ROM forever.
Re: Our Switch Ports Will Keep Getting Better, Says Conversion Specialist Virtuos
Played all 3 Bioshock games on the Switch for the first time. Great series and great job on the ports!
Re: Upcoming Metroidvania DeathStick Is Changing Its Name To Akatori
The game itself looks awesome, I just feel like devs shoot themselves in the foot sometimes by announcing too early. 2022 seems so far away lol.
Re: Super Mario Maker Online Services To Be Terminated, Will Soon Be Removed From Sale
If a game is online it is always temporary. 😥
Re: Serious Sam Collection Arrives On Switch Next Week, eShop Listing Reveals
Really hoping split screen comes to the Switch. I miss goldeneye style local multiplayer with my friends!
Re: Every Switch Star Wars Game Is Currently On Sale, But You'll Have To Be Quick
I know I'm preaching to the choir here but I would love to see Jedi Fallen Order on the Switch. Currently playing on PC, would be epic on the go.
Re: Random: PS5's DualSense Controller Works With Your Nintendo Switch, Kinda
I love my 8bitdo wireless adapter! Switch games are way better with a PS4 controller, glad to see this continuing with the PS5 controller 😁
Re: The Company Behind Control's Cloud Version Is Bringing More "Major" Titles To Switch
I would rather see Nvidia make a version of GeForce Now for the Switch. On my modded Switch Moonlight runs great so I can certainly see the potential.
Re: It's Been Three Years Since We First Embarked On A Super Mario Odyssey
Intentionally did not 100% complete this game so I would always have some power moons to find throughout the Switch lifecycle. 😁
Re: Warner Bros. Was Worried Mortal Kombat 11 Wouldn't Be "Nintendo-Friendly"
Disappointing that you have to be connected to the internet to start the game (this frustrated me on the subway pre-covid lol). Besides that they did an awesome job bringing it to the Switch with 60fps 😁
Re: Random: Not A Fan Of Mario Kart Tour's Mobile Controls? Try A Wii Nunchuk
I wish Mario Kart Tour supported gamepads, glad they implemented landscape mode at least.
Re: DOOM Eternal Switch Release Still Happening, id Software Says It's "Very Close"
I already started playing on PC because I couldn't wait any longer. Hoping there is some sort of cross save so I don't have to start from scratch.
Re: Super Mario 64 Emulator In 3D All-Stars Includes References To Other N64 Titles
If you want N64 emulation that badly install custom firmware + retroarch. Works great! 😉
Re: Huge Streets Of Rage 4 Patch Adds 'Almost 80 Updates' To The Game
I'm only on Stage 3, this has been in my backlog. Definitely need to return to it!
Re: Mortal Kombat 11 Receives New Update - Full Patch Notes August 2020
I play offline so if there isn't any new content I don't see the need to update.
Re: Rumour: Switch Control Options Supposedly Uncovered In Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 Warehouse Demo
I desperately want this to be true! 😫
Re: Nintendo Download: 20th August (North America)
Inmost, Raji, and No Straight Roads for me 😁
Re: Review: Rogue Company - A Solid, If Unspectacular Hero Shooter With Plenty of Potential
Most of the time the articles/reviews give you enough context to know if a game is online only, but I wish Nintendo Life was more clear when a game is online only. Maybe a field at the beginning of the page?
Re: Mario Kart Tour Is Getting A Landscape Mode And A New Control Layout
Landscape and gamepad would make this game way more fun! Now if they can just make 200cc free...
Re: Review: Vigor - Stealthy Scavenging Marred By Technical Issues
Split screen?
Re: Adventures Of Chris Is A '90s-Inspired Platformer Starring A Charmingly Unlikely Hero
Oh man this game looks hilarious! Definitely on my radar 👍🏽
Re: Circle Of Football Has No Rules And Absurd Characters, And It's Coming To Switch This Year
I'm not into sports games but this looks fun!
Re: Random: First Curry, Now Sonic's Getting His Own Energy Drink
Spencers has been selling Sonic energy drinks for a while now. The liquid is blue, don't really remember the taste lol.
Re: Nintendo To Cut Back On Mobile Games After Animal Crossing Success, Says Report
Mario Kart Tour would have been great if it worked in landscape mode, supported gamepads, and had 200cc unlocked for all. Nintendo really knows how to ruin a mobile game smh.
Re: EA Is Bringing Seven Games To Nintendo Switch Over The Next 12 Months
While I'm dreaming here Jedi Fallen Order would be awesome!
Re: Community: Found A Real Gem On Switch eShop? We Want To Hear From You
You guys do a great job at finding and reviewing every game. I've played so many games just because they've been featured on this site. Keep up the good work!
Re: Talking Point: ARMS Turns 3 And Deserves More Love Than Ever
I enjoy this game when playing with friends, but the grand prix story mode is really difficult. Don't think I made it past the third stage lol.
Re: Hail To The King, Baby - Duke Nukem 3D Is Coming To Switch This Month
Just googled that it doesn't have split screen. Looks like N64 version on Retroarch is the way to go.
Re: Check Out This New Footage Of Free-To-Play Cross-Play Shooter Rogue Company
I usually play offline but I'm always happy when a free cross-play title makes its way to the Switch! 😁