All-digital over here. I appreciate the convenience of having everything compact in one place. I don't resell my games and lending/borrowing with friends or family has become a thing of the past for me. I also sometimes play a lot of games in short play sessions so switching between is much easier digitally- especially since I mostly play cozily in-bed docked.
I just hope Nintendo keeps the digital storefronts open for a super long time this time and carries account data & purchases to every future system going forward now.. similar to Xbox's ecosystem.
Please continue to port/remaster/remake- whatever... just bring all the Tales Of games over to Switch. Also remaster and port the Xenosaga games while you're at it Bamco! SoulCalibur games would be a treat also. A new Project X Zone & Sailor Moon could be interesting too.
This could include more content and it would be nice to have true online play, but it is still awesome as-is. Seems like a nice alternative in case the new Puzzle Bobble Everybubble! isn't up to snuff or possibly priced too highly.
Would love a remade or remastered port of Perfect Dark for Switch. Such a great game. I'd also take a new Conduit, Binary Domain, Vanquish, Oni and/or TimeSplitters if we're talking bringing back old sci-fi shooters.
Year of Little Mac, Captain Falcon, Birdo, Falco, Geno, Boshi, Waluigi, Tatanga, Kid Icarus and most of all King DEDEDE. Nintendo could do well to highlight some of their B-tier or more obscure characters.
Wow these are some nice systems. I've never picked up a game-themed special edition console ever. But that all-gold GameBoy SP is my kind of sleek. If I had to rank these:
1. The Legend of Zelda Gameboy Advance SP 2. New 3DS XL- Hyrule Edition 3. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3DS Bundle
Previously picked up a bunch of games during the mid-year post non-E3 end of June sale & the New Year Sale last year. This year not much that's on sale interests me of what I don't have already.
No rush for atm as I have ton still to get to from what I purchased before. Though I was hoping for more significant sales on Rogue Legacy 2, Tunic, Inscryption, Shin Chan, Omori, Bayonetta 1+2, Kirby & WarioWare.
Used to dip back into Final Fantasy X & Super Mario RPG every so often just for nostalgia purposes. And then there are evergreen games like the classic Mario’s that get some small burn every year at some point. But in general I rarely relay games due to the opportunity cost lost of playing the many games I haven’t yet and still want to i.e. the backlog.
The art style is my kind of aesthetic as it's beautiful. But I need to see more gameplay to get a better idea if this seems like actually my type of fun.
I've always seen this series pop-up here and there, yet I've never tried it despite me playing a wide-variety of JRPG's throughout my time on Earth.
For someone who's never played one, could someone tell me what's unique about the Y's series compared to other popular franchises like say Final Fantasy, Tales Of.. or Star Ocean?
This game's art style kinda reminds me of Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos- a 2D Zelda-like which I loved, however I'm not really into deckbuilder or farming games much. You guys should still review it though!
Yea unsurprisingly, I almost always mostly play older games I waited to get on sale or that have been sitting in my backlog- so the current year's releases are seldom a part of my Top Most Played counts.
What was more surprising to me was the amount of RPG's I started and finished this year- which was a goal of mine given my aforementioned ongoing backlog. Gonna keep it going!
Sega is an underrated, under-appreciated, great developer. I really like how a lot of their games are unapologetically Japanese and they have a certain style & creativity to them that’s their own, which I cherish and adore.
Nintendo should really lend them some more IPs for them to develop games for (with some oversight) like they did with F-Zero GX. Also Nintendo instead of (or in addition to) the Genesis should add the Sega DreamCast (please, its representation is long overdue on any modern platform), Saturn & Game Gear to their Nintendo Switch Online Apps.
Also, at this point Nintendo could really combine all the Mii DLC into a collection and also put the Smash Fighter Passes on sale for once.. and/or add the DLC to the Expansion Pak like they’ve done for other popular titles. It’s been forever now.
I’d like to see the next Smash try it’s hand at a true 3D Battle Arena with more obscure characters that have yet to be in the series (alongside the staples of course).. in the vein of say Power Stone- seeing as Capcom has neglected that for ages smh.
Think it could be a fresh and different take for the series.
List of Switch Port/News Wishfuls:
(admittedly it’s a reach, but I’m still hoping for more info and/or announcements on or of the following coming to Switch in a Partner Direct)
Sable
Rollerdrome
Bomb Rush CyberFunk
Mina the Hollower
Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth
Suikoden I&II HD Remaster
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis
Echoes of Mana
Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent
WrestleQuest
Oddventure
Stray
Season: A letter to the future
Alterium Shift
Pentiment
SacriFire
Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus
.. Granted some of these may or may not be considered “Indies” per se, but they’re mostly partner digital offerings.
While I get, understand and agree with most of the popular criticisms and it would be nice to get the best of everything.. I still say keep 'em coming Squeenix (and others).
Would love to see all the classic RPG's get new life on Switch via ports, remasters, remakes and/or new entries:
Threads of Fate
Vagrant Story
Brave Fencer Musashi 1 & 2
Xenogears
Star Ocean 2 - 6
Final Fantasy XIII Lightning Collection
Valkyrie Profile
Mana Series (the rest of them)
Secret of Evermore
Chrono Trigger
Dragon Quest (the rest of them, properly- not those crappy mobile port versions)
Bahamut Lagoon
Super Mario RPG
Grandia 3 & Xtreme
Xenosaga
Skies of Arcadia
Legend of Legaia 1 & 2
Golden Sun
The Last Story
That's just to name a few. The Switch has become a legacy RPG haven and I love it. The more people that get a chance or have the option to experience some of these gems, the better!
I do enjoy Mario Strikers somewhat as the core gameplay is pretty tight, but I definitely agree with many sentiments that it is very light on content. Especially moreso if you want more offline, single player content- without online the game is pretty much tragic as there’s not much variety or things to do/unlock/achieve. I mean even the slim stadium upgrades are locked to the online battle league silver coin payments and use which is silly. And you have to rebuy what you unlocked again if you switch to something else... such an archaic, puzzling, frustrating pseudo-unlockables system. Hopefully they add more modes, characters, stages, cosmetics, match customization options etc. very soon and not drip-feed content long-term.
Online matches being the main portion of the game can get pretty grueling as there are a lot of hardcore advanced players on there as I feel many casual players have dropped the game by now or don't participate nearly as much. Also, we need Pom Pom or the Kremling Kritter back as a goalie option cuz Boom Boom be letting me down constantly smh. Either that or an option to play/switch to a manual goalie as well. That could also go well for a penalty kick mode too.
Still waiting and hopeful for a new Mario 3-On-3 Hoops, Mario Superstar Sluggers & Mario Sports Mix on Switch that are more expansive & comprehensive than the previous Mario Sports offerings this far.
List of Switch Port/News Wishfuls: (admittedly it’s a reach, but I’m still hoping for more info and/or announcements on or of the following coming to Switch in a Partner Direct)
Sable
Rollerdrome
Bomb Rush CyberFunk
Mina the Hollower
Suikoden I&II HD Remaster
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis
Echoes of Mana
Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent
WrestleQuest
Oddventure
Stray
Season: A letter to the future
Alterium Shift
Pentiment
SacriFire
Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus
.. Granted some of these may or may not be considered “Indies” per se, but they’re mostly partner digital offerings.
As someone who finally played Grandia 1 (was ok, but definitely felt dated in it's mechanics, the story of a young crew's wonderment & determination was charmingly endearing) last year and then Grandia 2 (I truly loved this vibrant game, took me back to the wonderful Dreamcast era) to start this year via the HD Collection, I'd gladly welcome a Grandia HD Collection 2 with Grandia 3 & Xtreme on there with more QoL features than the first and a better price point.
Finally! (Puntentional)
Can’t wait to get to play FF I - III + V, the only mainline non-MMO entries I’ve missed. Should be great!
Although I can wait for a sale as I still have a backlog of JRPG’s to get through despite having played so many b2b already on Switch. My Switch has really become an RPG machine for me like in the SNES days and I love it!
Sidenote: It would be nice to get FFIV: The After Years included as well. And maybe Squeenix will bring an overhated & underrated FFXIII Collection to Switch as well soon?
Finally got around to picking up Mega Man 11 on sale earlier this year and had a really good time with it. I'd love to see them make 12 in a similar vein maybe with better visuals.
But even more than that (and I realize I’m probably in the minority here) I'd love a new Mega Man X Command Mission and/or Mega Man Legends game! They're long overdue for new entries. Though I’d also be cool with a new Mega Man X, Proto Man or even Zero game.
The first Hades was an amazing experience of which I gladly sunk hundreds of hours into. Definitely will pick this up. Never has a game’s voice acting and successive ongoing conversations ever captivated me so much.. hopefully Hades II continues and enhances such positives from the original.
That doesn’t seem like a “boatload” of improvements tbh. Also having a 20 year old version run better on older hardware is kinda inexcusable. Still a great game and RPG. I love cel-shaded games in general. They should’ve included the sequel to really make this appealing as a package. Think I’ll stick to 100%’ing Vesperia DE instead. It’s also a great Tales game. Almost done going through that damn Necropolis Tower.
Keep in mind there have already been a few pretty decent Nintendo animations before:
Star Fox Zero - The Battle Begins
Kid Icarus: Uprising Anime Shorts
F-Zero: GP Legend
Kirby: Right Back At Ya!
Super Mario World
The Adventures of Super Mario Bros. 3
Donkey Kong Country
Captain N: The Game Master
Pokémon
.. just to name a few. So I’d love some more, especially in terms of more long-form, serialized content. I think broadening the appeal and expanding the lore, world & characters of certain IP’s via other mediums can really add a lot to an IP while also generating interest in potential future games.
Finally got around to picking up Mega Man 11 on sale earlier this year and had a really good time with it. I'd love to see them make 12 in a similar vein.
But even more than that (and I realize I’m probably in the minority here) I'd love a new Mega Man X Command Mission and/or Mega Man Legends game! They're long overdue for new entries. Though I’d also be cool with a new Mega Man X, Proto Man or even Zero game.
Love Puzzle Bobble/Bust-A-Move. I've definitely been one of those people requesting a new game on Switch. I'd even said it could work great as a " vs. 99" free-to-play type of game (similar to Tetris, Pacman & Mario 35 [RIP]) to mix things up.
So I'm happy the series is coming back! I just hope it's not too cutesy, gimmicky or light. I'm hoping for a comprehensive, extensive full experience- especially when it comes to varied online multiplayer, cosmetics and customization options and unlockables. That being said, the price also needs to be right because I don't know if Puzzle Bobble feels worth a full-priced game in today's times tbh. Depends on the final experience and content.
Sidenote: In 4 Player Co-Op (hopefully also online), where are the walls?? Some of the best gameplay for me came from tricky, risky ricochet shots.. but if the space is all open how does that happen? I hope those are still in there and the game has a good deal of diverse challenges. Also, It's a minor point, but I liked it better when they used the wheeled machine contraption to launch balls rather than tossing them themselves. It would be cool if they had a cosmetic skin that featured the styles of some of the older entries.
Super amped for this game. I’ve always loved Jet Grind/Set Radio and been yearning for Sega to make a new entry. In lieu of that this looks like an awesome homage from another developer. They can take their time with Bomb Rush CyberFunk to get it right. Need those jazzy, funky, groovy, punk graffiti-rollerblading-THPS vibrant stylish cel-shaded vibes!
Sidenote: there’s not enough cool rollerblading (compared to other similar hobbies) games imo. Hoping Rollerdrome comes to Switch as well.
This game was everything for me in my adolescence. Such fond nostalgic memories unwrapping this for Christmas and playing it all holiday break from school while also occasionally listening to Jay-Z's Blueprint 2 album that I also surprisingly got from an aunt that loathes rap music (a random, but amazing mix and personal anecdote I'm aware). I basically remember just zoning out in chosen solitude in my room all break delving into that world that kept me wanting more. It's an alluring warm winter memory for me.
I loved Super Metroid, but Metroid Prime is on a whole other lever for me. The ambience, exploration, music, loneliness, eeriness, lore, combat etc... I'd agree this game was the best Game Cube game wholeheartedly. I wish I could experience that first time playing it all over again.
As a big Final Fantasy fan, I've long wanted to play Crisis Core since I never had a PSP. Happy it's coming to Switch, but I'll likely get around to playing it on a more powerful console to get the maximum experience.
At this point, Squeenix really just needs to announce the FF Pixel Remasters for Switch asap.
Also secretly hoping for Square Enix Remasters/Remakes or New Entries of:
Been waiting quite a while for Rogue Legacy 2 to come to Switch. The first game was one of my first entries into the Roguelite genre and I was hooked. Looking forward to trying this out once I clear some more of my backlog!
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Re: Random: Masahiro Sakurai Says He Prefers To Buy Video Games Digitally
All-digital over here. I appreciate the convenience of having everything compact in one place. I don't resell my games and lending/borrowing with friends or family has become a thing of the past for me. I also sometimes play a lot of games in short play sessions so switching between is much easier digitally- especially since I mostly play cozily in-bed docked.
I just hope Nintendo keeps the digital storefronts open for a super long time this time and carries account data & purchases to every future system going forward now.. similar to Xbox's ecosystem.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Bandai Namco Open To More Tales Remasters, Awaiting Fan Requests
Please continue to port/remaster/remake- whatever... just bring all the Tales Of games over to Switch. Also remaster and port the Xenosaga games while you're at it Bamco! SoulCalibur games would be a treat also. A new Project X Zone & Sailor Moon could be interesting too.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Classic Taito Games Get Enhanced Re-Releases On Switch In February
This could include more content and it would be nice to have true online play, but it is still awesome as-is. Seems like a nice alternative in case the new Puzzle Bobble Everybubble! isn't up to snuff or possibly priced too highly.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Random: Perfect Dark's Vision Of 2023 Is Quite Different To The Real Deal
Would love a remade or remastered port of Perfect Dark for Switch. Such a great game. I'd also take a new Conduit, Binary Domain, Vanquish, Oni and/or TimeSplitters if we're talking bringing back old sci-fi shooters.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Poll: The Year Of Luigi Was A Decade Ago, So Whose Turn Is It Now?
Year of Little Mac, Captain Falcon, Birdo, Falco, Geno, Boshi, Waluigi, Tatanga, Kid Icarus and most of all King DEDEDE. Nintendo could do well to highlight some of their B-tier or more obscure characters.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Konami Supposedly Has Multiple Unannounced Projects In The Works
Konami, it's time for a new:
Re: Talking Point: Which Zelda-Themed Nintendo Console Has The Best Design?
Wow these are some nice systems. I've never picked up a game-themed special edition console ever. But that all-gold GameBoy SP is my kind of sleek. If I had to rank these:
1. The Legend of Zelda Gameboy Advance SP
2. New 3DS XL- Hyrule Edition
3. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3DS Bundle
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Atlus Is Preparing Several New Game Announcements For 2023
Super excited to finally be getting Persona 3 & 4 on Switch. Persona 1 & 2 Remakes would be cool, but might be a little much perhaps.
In terms of Atlus, what I'd really love are new Trauma Center and Catherine games on Switch!
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Nintendo Slashes Prices Of Switch eShop Games In New Year Sale (North America)
Previously picked up a bunch of games during the mid-year post non-E3 end of June sale & the New Year Sale last year. This year not much that's on sale interests me of what I don't have already.
No rush for atm as I have ton still to get to from what I purchased before. Though I was hoping for more significant sales on Rogue Legacy 2, Tunic, Inscryption, Shin Chan, Omori, Bayonetta 1+2, Kirby & WarioWare.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Talking Point: What Game Do You Replay Every Year?
Used to dip back into Final Fantasy X & Super Mario RPG every so often just for nostalgia purposes. And then there are evergreen games like the classic Mario’s that get some small burn every year at some point. But in general I rarely relay games due to the opportunity cost lost of playing the many games I haven’t yet and still want to i.e. the backlog.
Re: Talking Point: What Was The Video Gaming 'Theme' Of 2022?
Lol shoutout to all the people that don't take commenting on a gaming site too seriously!
Happy New Year & Happy Gaming Everyone! 🎊🎮
Re: Oni: Road To Be The Mightiest Oni Gets A Physical Release In April 2023
The art style is my kind of aesthetic as it's beautiful. But I need to see more gameplay to get a better idea if this seems like actually my type of fun.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Talking Point: What Was The Video Gaming 'Theme' Of 2022?
The theme was and will be the same as every year's...
"Ballin' on a Budget"
i.e. play through the never-ending, ever-growing backlog whilst waiting for decent sales gang 🤙🏾🤙🏾.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Capcom Wants To "Hear From You" In Its 2022 End Of Year Survey
Capcom needs to revive some of their other more neglected IP's on Switch like a new:
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Ys X: Nordics Announced For Nintendo Switch, Launching In 2023
I've always seen this series pop-up here and there, yet I've never tried it despite me playing a wide-variety of JRPG's throughout my time on Earth.
For someone who's never played one, could someone tell me what's unique about the Y's series compared to other popular franchises like say Final Fantasy, Tales Of.. or Star Ocean?
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Battle, Tame, And Collect Spirits In Beautiful Minish Cap-Like 'Moonstone Island'
This game's art style kinda reminds me of Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos- a 2D Zelda-like which I loved, however I'm not really into deckbuilder or farming games much. You guys should still review it though!
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Feature: Nintendo Switch Year In Review 2022 - Our Most Played Games
My Top 3 Most Played Switch Games For 2022:
1. Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition (195 Hours)
2. Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics (119 Hours)
3. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (110 Hours)
Yea unsurprisingly, I almost always mostly play older games I waited to get on sale or that have been sitting in my backlog- so the current year's releases are seldom a part of my Top Most Played counts.
What was more surprising to me was the amount of RPG's I started and finished this year- which was a goal of mine given my aforementioned ongoing backlog. Gonna keep it going!
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Takashi Iizuka: SEGA Has "A Lot More" Planned For Sonic The Hedgehog In 2023
Sega is an underrated, under-appreciated, great developer. I really like how a lot of their games are unapologetically Japanese and they have a certain style & creativity to them that’s their own, which I cherish and adore.
Nintendo should really lend them some more IPs for them to develop games for (with some oversight) like they did with F-Zero GX. Also Nintendo instead of (or in addition to) the Genesis should add the Sega DreamCast (please, its representation is long overdue on any modern platform), Saturn & Game Gear to their Nintendo Switch Online Apps.
Btw Sega, it’s long overdue and time for a new:
etc. please & thank you.
… Wun can only hope!
Re: Smash Bros. Creator Masahiro Sakurai Supposedly Confirms He's "Semi-Retired"
Also, at this point Nintendo could really combine all the Mii DLC into a collection and also put the Smash Fighter Passes on sale for once.. and/or add the DLC to the Expansion Pak like they’ve done for other popular titles. It’s been forever now.
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Smash Bros. Creator Masahiro Sakurai Supposedly Confirms He's "Semi-Retired"
I’d like to see the next Smash try it’s hand at a true 3D Battle Arena with more obscure characters that have yet to be in the series (alongside the staples of course).. in the vein of say Power Stone- seeing as Capcom has neglected that for ages smh.
Think it could be a fresh and different take for the series.
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Feature: Nintendo Switch Ports We'd Love To See In 2023
List of Switch Port/News Wishfuls:
(admittedly it’s a reach, but I’m still hoping for more info and/or announcements on or of the following coming to Switch in a Partner Direct)
.. Granted some of these may or may not be considered “Indies” per se, but they’re mostly partner digital offerings.
… Wun can only hope!
Re: Nintendo Launches Indie World Holiday Sale On Switch eShop (North America)
Does NLife have any Eshop Gift Card promos that work for residents in Canada?
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Lara Croft's Tomb Raider Switch Spin-Offs Have Been Delayed To 2023
I’d like to see more “GO” games. Really enjoyed Lara Croft GO & Hitman GO as and in bite-sized mini play sessions. Would love sequels.
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Review: Aka – Ponder And Wander In A Cosy Open World That Needs Some TLC
I have no idea if it accurately applies, but I'm getting A Short Hike meets Death’s Door vibes from this... which was a nice cozy weekend experience.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Feature: Final Fantasy's 35-Year Legacy Of Innovation - How Square Evolved A Genre On The NES & SNES
Probably my all-time favourite gaming series ever since I was a kid. Long live beloved FF.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Talking Point: What's The Deal With The Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Switch Release?
While I get, understand and agree with most of the popular criticisms and it would be nice to get the best of everything.. I still say keep 'em coming Squeenix (and others).
Would love to see all the classic RPG's get new life on Switch via ports, remasters, remakes and/or new entries:
That's just to name a few. The Switch has become a legacy RPG haven and I love it. The more people that get a chance or have the option to experience some of these gems, the better!
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Mario Strikers: Battle League Version 1.3.0 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
I do enjoy Mario Strikers somewhat as the core gameplay is pretty tight, but I definitely agree with many sentiments that it is very light on content. Especially moreso if you want more offline, single player content- without online the game is pretty much tragic as there’s not much variety or things to do/unlock/achieve. I mean even the slim stadium upgrades are locked to the online battle league silver coin payments and use which is silly. And you have to rebuy what you unlocked again if you switch to something else... such an archaic, puzzling, frustrating pseudo-unlockables system. Hopefully they add more modes, characters, stages, cosmetics, match customization options etc. very soon and not drip-feed content long-term.
Online matches being the main portion of the game can get pretty grueling as there are a lot of hardcore advanced players on there as I feel many casual players have dropped the game by now or don't participate nearly as much. Also, we need Pom Pom or the Kremling Kritter back as a goalie option cuz Boom Boom be letting me down constantly smh. Either that or an option to play/switch to a manual goalie as well. That could also go well for a penalty kick mode too.
Still waiting and hopeful for a new Mario 3-On-3 Hoops, Mario Superstar Sluggers & Mario Sports Mix on Switch that are more expansive & comprehensive than the previous Mario Sports offerings this far.
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Back Page: How Many Eyes Does Sonic Really Have?
It doesn't matter what eye think. Wink 😉
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Feature: Nintendo Life's Most Anticipated Games For 2023 (That Aren't Zelda)
Off-Top My Most Anticipated Games for 2023 (based on what we know of so far):
.. and an assortment of hopeful ports, remasters and remakes of great titles + new entries to Switch.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Nintendo Kicks Off 5-Day Holiday Event, With Indie Game News And Switch eShop Shadow Drops
List of Switch Port/News Wishfuls:
(admittedly it’s a reach, but I’m still hoping for more info and/or announcements on or of the following coming to Switch in a Partner Direct)
.. Granted some of these may or may not be considered “Indies” per se, but they’re mostly partner digital offerings.
… Wun can only hope!
Re: Grandia Teases "Exciting Celebrations" For 25th Anniversary
As someone who finally played Grandia 1 (was ok, but definitely felt dated in it's mechanics, the story of a young crew's wonderment & determination was charmingly endearing) last year and then Grandia 2 (I truly loved this vibrant game, took me back to the wonderful Dreamcast era) to start this year via the HD Collection, I'd gladly welcome a Grandia HD Collection 2 with Grandia 3 & Xtreme on there with more QoL features than the first and a better price point.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Collection Launches On Switch Spring 2023
Finally! (Puntentional)
Can’t wait to get to play FF I - III + V, the only mainline non-MMO entries I’ve missed. Should be great!
Although I can wait for a sale as I still have a backlog of JRPG’s to get through despite having played so many b2b already on Switch. My Switch has really become an RPG machine for me like in the SNES days and I love it!
Sidenote: It would be nice to get FFIV: The After Years included as well. And maybe Squeenix will bring an overhated & underrated FFXIII Collection to Switch as well soon?
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Talking Point: What Would You Want To See In A 'Mega Man 12'?
Finally got around to picking up Mega Man 11 on sale earlier this year and had a really good time with it. I'd love to see them make 12 in a similar vein maybe with better visuals.
But even more than that (and I realize I’m probably in the minority here) I'd love a new Mega Man X Command Mission and/or Mega Man Legends game! They're long overdue for new entries. Though I’d also be cool with a new Mega Man X, Proto Man or even Zero game.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: It's Official, Hades Is Getting A Sequel
The first Hades was an amazing experience of which I gladly sunk hundreds of hours into. Definitely will pick this up. Never has a game’s voice acting and successive ongoing conversations ever captivated me so much.. hopefully Hades II continues and enhances such positives from the original.
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Random: Peach's Mario Movie VA Anya Taylor-Joy Says She's A Gamer Now
Time for a new Super Princess Peach game (maybe including, Daisy, Pauline & Rosalina as well this time).
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Tales Of Symphonia Remastered Is Looking Slick In New Story Trailer
That doesn’t seem like a “boatload” of improvements tbh. Also having a 20 year old version run better on older hardware is kinda inexcusable. Still a great game and RPG. I love cel-shaded games in general. They should’ve included the sequel to really make this appealing as a package. Think I’ll stick to 100%’ing Vesperia DE instead. It’s also a great Tales game. Almost done going through that damn Necropolis Tower.
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Mario Movie Posters Appear To Have Leaked Online, First Look At Peach & More
Looks fine tbh. They’re clearly trying to give this movie its own distinctive look to make it a separate experience from the games.
Those poster taglines need some work however. “Just got Luigi’d” will def be a meme though lol.
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Upcoming 2D Platformer 'Onion Assault' Pays Homage To Super Mario Bros. 2
Seems more like a budget Klonoa. Props for the homage, but the aesthetics leave a lot to be desired so far.
Tbh in terms of 2D Mario platformers- I’d love a Super Mario 4, Super Mario World 2, and/or a new Super Mario Land.
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Nintendo Publishes Job Listings For Newly Acquired 'Nintendo Pictures'
Keep in mind there have already been a few pretty decent Nintendo animations before:
.. just to name a few. So I’d love some more, especially in terms of more long-form, serialized content. I think broadening the appeal and expanding the lore, world & characters of certain IP’s via other mediums can really add a lot to an IP while also generating interest in potential future games.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Debut Manga From F-Zero And Star Fox Artist To Become A Switch Game In 2023
Im getting Captain N and/or Captain Rainbow vibes… which I’m totally down for.
Of course, I’d love a new F-Zero proper Adventure as well.
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Random: Website Domain For Mega Man 12 Draws Attention Ahead Of Anniversary
Finally got around to picking up Mega Man 11 on sale earlier this year and had a really good time with it. I'd love to see them make 12 in a similar vein.
But even more than that (and I realize I’m probably in the minority here) I'd love a new Mega Man X Command Mission and/or Mega Man Legends game! They're long overdue for new entries. Though I’d also be cool with a new Mega Man X, Proto Man or even Zero game.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Feature: "We Received Many Requests To Bring Back The Puzzle Bobble Series"
Love Puzzle Bobble/Bust-A-Move. I've definitely been one of those people requesting a new game on Switch. I'd even said it could work great as a " vs. 99" free-to-play type of game (similar to Tetris, Pacman & Mario 35 [RIP]) to mix things up.
So I'm happy the series is coming back! I just hope it's not too cutesy, gimmicky or light. I'm hoping for a comprehensive, extensive full experience- especially when it comes to varied online multiplayer, cosmetics and customization options and unlockables. That being said, the price also needs to be right because I don't know if Puzzle Bobble feels worth a full-priced game in today's times tbh. Depends on the final experience and content.
Sidenote: In 4 Player Co-Op (hopefully also online), where are the walls?? Some of the best gameplay for me came from tricky, risky ricochet shots.. but if the space is all open how does that happen? I hope those are still in there and the game has a good deal of diverse challenges. Also, It's a minor point, but I liked it better when they used the wheeled machine contraption to launch balls rather than tossing them themselves. It would be cool if they had a cosmetic skin that featured the styles of some of the older entries.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: The Jet Set Radio-Inspired 'Bomb Rush Cyberfunk' Is On The Hunt For Voice Actors
Super amped for this game. I’ve always loved Jet Grind/Set Radio and been yearning for Sega to make a new entry. In lieu of that this looks like an awesome homage from another developer. They can take their time with Bomb Rush CyberFunk to get it right. Need those jazzy, funky, groovy, punk graffiti-rollerblading-THPS vibrant stylish cel-shaded vibes!
Sidenote: there’s not enough cool rollerblading (compared to other similar hobbies) games imo. Hoping Rollerdrome comes to Switch as well.
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Video: The Wii Is Now Old Enough To Drive
Mii’s can definitely blink, creepily mind you… I’ve seen’t it m👁️self.
Here’s to another sweet 16, hopefully.
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Team Ninja Reportedly Rebooting Ninja Gaiden & Dead Or Alive Series
I'd take a new NES style Ninja Gaiden or Dead or Alive Xtreme Beach Volleyball.
I'd also be cool with Team Ninja trying another truly 3D more action based Metroid game tbh. Metroid Other M should also be remastered for Switch.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Anniversary: Fans Celebrate As Metroid Prime Turns 20 Years Old
This game was everything for me in my adolescence. Such fond nostalgic memories unwrapping this for Christmas and playing it all holiday break from school while also occasionally listening to Jay-Z's Blueprint 2 album that I also surprisingly got from an aunt that loathes rap music (a random, but amazing mix and personal anecdote I'm aware). I basically remember just zoning out in chosen solitude in my room all break delving into that world that kept me wanting more. It's an alluring warm winter memory for me.
I loved Super Metroid, but Metroid Prime is on a whole other lever for me. The ambience, exploration, music, loneliness, eeriness, lore, combat etc... I'd agree this game was the best Game Cube game wholeheartedly. I wish I could experience that first time playing it all over again.
... Wun can only hope.
Re: Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion Switch Frame Rate & Resolution Detailed
As a big Final Fantasy fan, I've long wanted to play Crisis Core since I never had a PSP. Happy it's coming to Switch, but I'll likely get around to playing it on a more powerful console to get the maximum experience.
At this point, Squeenix really just needs to announce the FF Pixel Remasters for Switch asap.
Also secretly hoping for Square Enix Remasters/Remakes or New Entries of:
... Wun can only hope.
Re: The Pokémon X PUMA Collection Now Includes Gengar Sneakers
The Squirtles looking kinda wavy. And I love my water-types. I have enough Puma’s already though tbh, especially Clyde’s… but also maybe not enough?
… Wun can only hope.
Re: This Black Friday Nintendo Switch Deal Comes With 100,000 PC Optimum Points (CA)
Oh Canada. Bring on the deals please!
… Wun can only hope.
Re: Review: Rogue Legacy 2 - A Roguelike Legend Returns In Fine Form
Been waiting quite a while for Rogue Legacy 2 to come to Switch. The first game was one of my first entries into the Roguelite genre and I was hooked. Looking forward to trying this out once I clear some more of my backlog!
… Wun can only hope.