I've been burned by digital purchases. I installed custom firmware on my PS3 and my account was banned resulting in me losing hundreds of dollars in purchases I can no longer download. My original Nintendo Switch was also banned and i could no longer access the eShop. One can argue that I should purchase a second console if I'm going to install custom firmware, but its the principal of the matter. You can be easily locked out from purchases made with real money.
@VegasToad Yes, I would love a twisted metal type game on the switch! This looks to colorful. Plus showing the touchscreen controls on the screenshots looks terrible.
Online only games will be hard for historians to preserve. I personally prefer offline games but J understand there is an audience for everything.
On a related note, some online only games do have user communities who are dedicated to making the game work again. Sonic Runners Revival is one that comes to mind and is a game I still regularly play.
Another reason I hate this "always online" climate. Copying save files only became an issue because of leaderboards and achievements. As someone who generally plays offline games I hate these restrictions.
Can someone who is pro-folders explain to me their use case? Practically speaking I don't know how I would organize games into folders (ex: "Nintendo Folder", "AAA games", "Indie", etc).
If something like this happened in an adult game like Call of Duty I don't think it would be a big deal, but the fact that this is a kid friendly game has me conflicted. This is why Nintendo will always be restrictive with online content.
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Re: The Super Game Boy Is Now 26 Years Old
I never owned one but I did have the game boy player for the gamecube. Fond memories of that one. 😁
Re: Poll: Should Nintendo Release A Digital-Only Switch?
I've been burned by digital purchases. I installed custom firmware on my PS3 and my account was banned resulting in me losing hundreds of dollars in purchases I can no longer download. My original Nintendo Switch was also banned and i could no longer access the eShop. One can argue that I should purchase a second console if I'm going to install custom firmware, but its the principal of the matter. You can be easily locked out from purchases made with real money.
Re: Embrace The '90s When 2D Platformer Pixboy Jumps Onto Switch This Week
I wish I was strong willed enough to resist this game lol 🙈
Re: Sega Is "Really Excited" About Sonic's Future, But Can't Reveal Anything Right Now
The non-anouncement anouncement 😞
Re: Prepare For High-Octane Car Combat When Carnage: Battle Arena Smashes Onto Switch
@VegasToad Yes, I would love a twisted metal type game on the switch! This looks to colorful. Plus showing the touchscreen controls on the screenshots looks terrible.
Re: Pokémon Rumble Rush To Shut Down This Summer, Just One Year Since Launch
Online only games will be hard for historians to preserve. I personally prefer offline games but J understand there is an audience for everything.
On a related note, some online only games do have user communities who are dedicated to making the game work again. Sonic Runners Revival is one that comes to mind and is a game I still regularly play.
Re: Pokémon Sword And Shield's Latest Event Rotates Some Version Exclusives
@DaCh33f @Plexagon Awesome, thanks guys!
Re: Pokémon Sword And Shield's Latest Event Rotates Some Version Exclusives
Are these types of events online only? I usually play offline and I'm always confused when I read these headlines if these changes will work offline.
Re: Nintendo Reiterates Plans For Animal Crossing: New Horizons Save Data Workarounds
Another reason I hate this "always online" climate. Copying save files only became an issue because of leaderboards and achievements. As someone who generally plays offline games I hate these restrictions.
Re: Review: Kunai - Pacing Problems Undermine This Otherwise Likeable Roguelike
I thought this was a great game! Had lots of fun. I prefer short games so I appreciated the length.
Re: Surprise! First-Person Shooter Warface Is Now Available On Switch For Free
Probably yelling at the clouds again, but does this have split screen?
Re: Sega Laments Poor Performance Of Its Console Releases In Latest Financial Report
Maybe make a Sonic game this year? 🤷🏽♂️
Re: DC Universe Online Developer "Very Pleased" With Response To Switch Version
Most of my sessions are on the train or bus so I don't usually play online games. Looks cool tho!
Re: New Nintendo Switch Trailer Shows Off Cross-Save Functionality With PC Games
I didn't even know this was a feature, awesome!
Re: Feature: Why You'll Never Get To Play Your Favourite Retro Game On Switch
Switch + Retroarch = 😁
Re: Yes, The Sonic Movie Redesign Was Led By Sonic Mania Animator Tyson Hesse
@JayJ I'm sure we will never know for fear of the artist's safety. 😂
Re: PSA: Make Sure You're Buying The Right Mega Drive Mini This Holiday Season
"Worse" version has cartridge support, 6 button controller, wireless support, and possibly Sonic 3 and Knuckles (game list not out yet?).
Things I wish Sega would have considered with the official model.
Re: Review: Asphalt 9: Legends - Likeable Burnout-Style Racing Action, If You Play The Right Way
Another comment stating it started on the N-Gage. I owned the system and title, it was so awesome. I wish someone would make another gaming phone.
Re: Devs Make Big Bucks On The Switch eShop By Drastically Reducing Game Prices
People like cheap games. 👍🏽
Re: Razer's New Gaming Tablet Is One Of The Most Blatant Nintendo Switch Clones Yet
They lost me with the controller layout. I like the DualShock layout (d-pad to the left and joysticks at the bottom). Looked promising tho.
Re: Talking Point: Please Nintendo, Can We Get These Things In Switch Firmware Version 10?
Can someone who is pro-folders explain to me their use case? Practically speaking I don't know how I would organize games into folders (ex: "Nintendo Folder", "AAA games", "Indie", etc).
Re: Nintendo Wins Another War Against Piracy As Court Ruling Sees Offending Sites Blocked
Seems like Nintedo Life visitors are very anti-piracy. 🤔
Re: Site News: Do Us A Favour And Complete This Reader Survey
Took a bit longer than I thought, but glad you didn't ask for any personal information. 😀
Re: DOOM Eternal's Multiplayer Will Be Equally As Satisfying As The Single-Player Campaign
Split screen?
Re: Fan Creates Homemade Switch Mini Console, Beating Nintendo To The Punch
This does not look pocket size at all lol.
Re: Soapbox: Why I'm Not Excited About Playing NES Games On The Nintendo Switch
Homebrew and emulators already gave me NES games on Switch. Honestly I'm still sad that Nintendo is making us pay for online games. 😥
Re: Arcade-Style Co-Op Shooter RICO Scores New Trailer And Release Window
The gameplay looks cool, not a fan of cop games tho. 😥
Re: Super Street: The Game Will Let You Burn Rubber On Your Nintendo Switch
Split Screen?
Re: Play As Parodies Of Top Movie Stars In Pixel Action Heroes, Coming To Switch Next Month
Split Screen please.
Re: Switch Hackers Are Now Forcing Adult-Themed Imagery Into Super Mario Odyssey
If something like this happened in an adult game like Call of Duty I don't think it would be a big deal, but the fact that this is a kid friendly game has me conflicted. This is why Nintendo will always be restrictive with online content.