The new Metroid is a half-finished game—often boring and empty. There is no excuse for this. This game should be a system seller. I have mixed feelings about the Switch 2; at the moment, I don’t see the games that would make the premium prices worth paying.
If I take into account that, for example, the Xbox automatically upscales most older games beautifully to 4K, while the Switch 2 doesn’t, then I’d say my vote is a solid 7 out of 10 — and that’s without even considering the whole game keycard issue.
But seriously, where are the legendarily high-quality Nintendo games these days? Looking at the numbers, it seems like the quality is dropping while the prices keep going up.
Switch 2 just came out a few months ago, but in every new game review I keep reading about FPS issues. Even with Donkey Kong Bananza. I don’t get the developers — if the hardware can’t handle it, why even bother? Who’s going to pay 80 USD for downscaled games running at 20–30 FPS? Certainly not me. Right now I’m playing the 100-year-old Skyrim on my Switch 2, and even that only runs at 30 FPS xD
Kamiya undeniably has vast experience — that’s a fact. But apart from constantly singing his own praises, he hasn’t really accomplished much in recent years.
I hope a stronger, upgraded Switch will come within a year. If this does not happen I will sell my Switch and move forward to Steamdeck. Frankly, I am fed up with overpriced remasters.
Although I prefer hanheld mode gaming at handheld mode the Switch is very uncomfortable for me. Another problem is the drifting. I thought I will avoid it but no….
@rushiosan I have bought the original ninja gaiden black, and ninja gaiden 2 for my Xbox Seriex X. True 60 fps with 4K. For me I think it was a better choice.
This is insane. My switch 2 years and 3 months old, it started drifting and the service asks money for the repair. All of my friends experienced this problem...
I do not wait Bayonetta 3 anymore. Platinum is a very chaotic company in the wrong way. The quality of their games is very different because they do a lots of things in same time. Their last game Astral Chain still bugy and unfinished.
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Re: Nintendo Suggests Metroid Prime 4's Tortured Development Meant It Was "Divorced From The Changing Of Times"
The new Metroid is a half-finished game—often boring and empty. There is no excuse for this. This game should be a system seller. I have mixed feelings about the Switch 2; at the moment, I don’t see the games that would make the premium prices worth paying.
Re: Surprise! Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade's Free Switch 2 Demo Is Now Live
I tried the demo, but the performance didn’t convince me — it would still need a lot of optimization.
Re: Mini Review: The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition (Switch 2) - Just Hugely Disappointing
Because of the input lag it feels 15 fps. Good job Bethesda!
Re: Surprise! 'Skyrim Anniversary Edition' Lands On Switch 2 Today
@HenrikW Delete the game, then reinstall it. After that, start it and choose ‘Update’ from the game menu.
Re: Video: Skyrim Still Isn't 60fps On Switch 2, But Here's How It Fares Against Switch 1
I loaded a few of my old save games and got around 15 fps in handheld mode. Just a note
Re: Surprise! 'Skyrim Anniversary Edition' Lands On Switch 2 Today
The only game I’ve played on the Switch 2 lately, I just finished it recently… and now they release a free upgrade. Awwww
Re: Talking Point: Six Months Since Launch, How Would You Rate Switch 2?
If I take into account that, for example, the Xbox automatically upscales most older games beautifully to 4K, while the Switch 2 doesn’t, then I’d say my vote is a solid 7 out of 10 — and that’s without even considering the whole game keycard issue.
Re: Metacritic Shares Updated List Of "Every Metroid Game, Ranked"
But seriously, where are the legendarily high-quality Nintendo games these days? Looking at the numbers, it seems like the quality is dropping while the prices keep going up.
Re: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Has Been Updated To Ver. 1.1.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
"The Switch 2 retail physical version is a Switch 1 cart." What????
Re: Here's Another Look At Elden Ring Running On Switch 2
I think this game is a bit too much for the Switch 2. It would have been better if they had ported Dark Souls 2 and 3 with proper FPS instead.
Re: Resident Evil Requiem's Switch 2 Physical Release Includes A Lenticular Edition
A game key card is basically just a box with a code in it. I’m not going to support that.
Re: Poll: Three Months In, How Would You Rate Switch 2's Library So Far?
Unfortunately poor.
Re: Ubisoft Employee Explains Why Star Wars Outlaws Is A Game-Key Card
This is pure corporate *****!
Re: Review: Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion (Switch 2) - Decently Deep Mech Combat, But Clunky In Parts
Switch 2 just came out a few months ago, but in every new game review I keep reading about FPS issues. Even with Donkey Kong Bananza. I don’t get the developers — if the hardware can’t handle it, why even bother? Who’s going to pay 80 USD for downscaled games running at 20–30 FPS? Certainly not me. Right now I’m playing the 100-year-old Skyrim on my Switch 2, and even that only runs at 30 FPS xD
Re: First Footage Of Elden Ring Running On Switch 2 Appears Online
This is .... bad. Why would I pay for this?
Re: Switch 2 Has Sold "More Than 6 Million" Units, And Almost As Many Copies Of Mario Kart World
Okay, okay! But where is the content? I usually play Skyrim on my Switch 2… because there are no new games.
Re: Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase July 2025: Every Announcement, Game Reveal, Trailer
Only 2 out of 10 – no more! Where is the content nintendo?
Re: It's Official, Switch 2 Has Sold Over 3.5 Million Units Globally In Its First Four Days
That's ok! But where is the content?
Re: Hideki Kamiya Intended To Continue Bayonetta With Another Trilogy
Kamiya undeniably has vast experience — that’s a fact. But apart from constantly singing his own praises, he hasn’t really accomplished much in recent years.
Re: Soapbox: 'Switch 2' Doesn't Really Need Backwards Compatibility
I hope the switch 2 will have backward compatibility...
Re: Poll: What Did You Think Of The New Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Trailer?
After this, I think I will re-play the original Botw then I go for Diablo 4 in May.
Re: Rumour: Switch Pro Was Real But Got Cancelled, Claims Digital Foundry
Whatever it is, I hope it will be compatible with my current Switch games.
Re: Review: Bayonetta 3 - A Stunning Return For An Icon, And The Best Game In The Series
I started it yesterday the graphics are insane! I love it!
Re: Resident Evil 2, 3 And 7 Cloud Lock In Nintendo Switch Release Dates
I tried the Village demo with 500 Mbit internet and it lagged like hell…
Re: Video: NieR:Automata For Nintendo Switch Gets A New Trailer
I will wait for the reviews first about the game performance than I will decide
Re: Talking Point: What Did You Think Of The Latest Nintendo Direct?
I tried Resident Evil Village cloud demo. It is unplayable with 1GB internet connection...
Re: Feature: Nintendo Switch OLED Model Vs Steam Deck
I hope a stronger, upgraded Switch will come within a year. If this does not happen I will sell my Switch and move forward to Steamdeck. Frankly, I am fed up with overpriced remasters.
Re: Nintendo Reportedly Expecting 10% Decrease In Switch Sales Due To Supply Issues
I love my switch, but most of the games are remastered and heavily overpriced compared to other console platforms.
Re: Round Up: Everything Announced In The February 2022 Nintendo Direct - Every Game Reveal And Trailer
For me it was a very weak direct compared to my other platforms.
Re: Poll: The Nintendo Switch OLED Is Out Today, Are You Getting One?
I am happy with my old.
Re: Round Up: Here Are The First "Hands-On" Impressions Of Valve's Steam Deck
Although I prefer hanheld mode gaming at handheld mode the Switch is very uncomfortable for me. Another problem is the drifting. I thought I will avoid it but no….
Re: Random: 'Switch Vs Steam Deck' Memes Are A Thing Now, Apparently
I will wait until 2022. Maybe the Switch Pro will be released. If not I move forward to steam deck.
Re: Round Up: Here Are The First "Hands-On" Impressions Of The Nintendo Switch OLED
Still no HDR and Bluetooth audio support in 2021. What a shame. I keep my old.
Re: After Months Of 'Switch Pro' Rumours, Nintendo Officially Unveils The Nintendo Switch OLED Model
still no Bluetooth headphone support? LOL
Re: Best Nintendo Switch Metroidvania Games
@Exciter89 me too!
Re: Random: What's Happened To Bayonetta 3, Platinum?
Platinum Games.. bah….
Re: Poll: What Did You Think Of Nintendo Direct At E3 2021?
It was a weak show!
Re: Review: Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection - Ryu Hayabusa Deserves Better Than This
@rushiosan I have bought the original ninja gaiden black, and ninja gaiden 2 for my Xbox Seriex X. True 60 fps with 4K. For me I think it was a better choice.
Re: Review: Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection - Ryu Hayabusa Deserves Better Than This
@rushiosan Game performance videos on youtube mostly fake
Re: Review: Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection - Ryu Hayabusa Deserves Better Than This
What did you expect? Tecmo KOEI ... I'm sorry they didn't make it, I was a potential buyer
Re: Rumour: Valve Is Working On A "Switch-Like" Portable Gaming PC
Valve + hardware = forget it....
Re: Every Single Bethesda Game On Switch Is Currently On Sale
Since I have gamepass with 4k OLED, the switch hasn’t had it in my hand.. ouch..
Re: EU Calls For Investigation Into Switch Joy-Con Drift Following More Than 25,000 Complaints
This is insane. My switch 2 years and 3 months old, it started drifting and the service asks money for the repair. All of my friends experienced this problem...
Re: Hideki Kamiya Was "A Shoulder To Lean On" During Astral Chain's Development, Says Director
I bought it and I think unfortunately it's an unfinished game. Not bad, but far from the best...
Re: Hideki Kamiya Hopes To Share An Update About Bayonetta 3 At Some Point In 2021
I do not wait Bayonetta 3 anymore. Platinum is a very chaotic company in the wrong way. The quality of their games is very different because they do a lots of things in same time. Their last game Astral Chain still bugy and unfinished.
Re: Nintendo Kicks Off Huge Festive Sale, Over 900 Switch Games Discounted (Europe)
I love my switch but these prices are very high compared to other platforms. I think slowly but surely moving back to PS platform.
Re: Review: The Sinking City - A Solid Port For This Lovecraftian Detective Mystery
I have bought it and that is true it has a lot of flaws, but overall I like it. I'm at the end (about 30 hours). My rating is: 7.
Re: Video: 16 Brutal Minutes Of DOOM Eternal Switch Gameplay
bethesda = microsoft this is why digit only
Re: Poll: DOOM Eternal Is Out Today On Switch, Are You Getting It?
@Dragwhite Me too!
Re: DOOM Eternal Switch eShop File Size Revealed
No physical? Ok I am going for the PS4 version.