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Title: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 19, 2016, 08:51:41 pm
(http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/cpsprodpb/808E/production/_92001923_c1c9d523ab.jpg)

Title: Re: Nintendo NX
Post by: burningdoom on October 19, 2016, 08:53:39 pm
So many trailers and teases of so much stuff this week between movies, games, and now a console. It's a good week to be a geek.
Title: Re: Nintendo NX - 3 Minute Preview Trailer Oct. 20th 7am PT/10am ET
Post by: azure on October 19, 2016, 10:16:04 pm
Kool, something to look forward to.
Title: Re: Nintendo NX - 3 Minute Preview Trailer Oct. 20th 7am PT/10am ET
Post by: fauxshot on October 19, 2016, 11:42:38 pm
Finally. Not knowing anything about this has been hella annoying. >:T
Title: Re: Nintendo NX - 3 Minute Preview Trailer Oct. 20th 7am PT/10am ET
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 20, 2016, 01:50:13 am
Gonna lay out my straight up prediction to see how close I get...

I think we'll get the name of the console, we'll get a quick showing of the basic portable and home console features it has, such as someone taking the unit out into the world and then back to the home with ease, and that's mostly it.  I don't think we'll get games other than Breath of the Wild, though maybe some CG stuff to simulate a Mario or just Nintendo characters in general, but I think they'll wait for the full reveal to announce games and all the other details like pricing.  Of which at the end, I think we'll get the announcement for next week where they'll do either a Direct or a surprise event.
Title: Re: Nintendo NX - 3 Minute Preview Trailer Oct. 20th 7am PT/10am ET
Post by: matimo on October 20, 2016, 07:04:22 am
Ahh so Rumorexplain was accurate. Too bad im at work then... guess ill find out what it was once i get home. :)
Title: Re: Nintendo NX - 3 Minute Preview Trailer Oct. 20th 7am PT/10am ET
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 20, 2016, 10:04:37 am
The Nintendo Switch.


Basically everything it was rumored to be is true.  It's a portable/console system, where you take the tablet unit and literally attach it to the home system to play it.  The controller detaches from a a regular controller and plugs into the side of the unit to make it playable on the go, but they also play as separate controllers too.  You can also very clearly use regular controllers instead of the little attachment ones.  They actually did show a brand new Mario that looks way more like Mario 64/Sunshine.  It uses carts, but it showed that the system was playing Mario Kart and Splatoon, so not sure if it's playing actual physical disk ports or digital only versions.  No disc slot on the portable unit or main unit.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX)
Post by: redblaze57 on October 20, 2016, 10:12:04 am
Looks like a lot of rumors were right.

And was that skyrim being shown off?
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX)
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 20, 2016, 10:21:09 am
Looks like a lot of rumors were right.

And was that skyrim being shown off?

Yep, they showed off Breath of the Wild, Splatoon, Skyrim, a new Mario, Mario Kart 8, some NBA game, and Splatoon.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX)
Post by: tpugmire on October 20, 2016, 10:25:50 am
I like it. The name doesn't suck. I'm wondering if the little side controllers have any kind of motion control capabilities, or if Wiimotes will still be used for some games.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX)
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 20, 2016, 10:30:00 am
I like it. The name doesn't suck. I'm wondering if the little side controllers have any kind of motion control capabilities, or if Wiimotes will still be used for some games.

I doubt the wiimotes are usable at all, it doesn't have one of the wii bars for it.  Seeing that they showed zero motion features, I don't think so.  The attached controllers do seem to seem to be similar to the wiimote in basic idea, but are wireless capable it seems.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on October 20, 2016, 10:32:25 am
Ehh...I'm not feeling it.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: azure on October 20, 2016, 10:37:10 am
I'll have to see how this one plays out.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: 98dgreen on October 20, 2016, 10:45:48 am
Terrible name it's almost as bad as the wii u
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 20, 2016, 10:47:43 am
Terrible name it's almost as bad as the wii u

Not really.  While it might not be the best, it's actually a pretty good name to represent the system far better than the shitty Wii labeling.  It's the Switch, switch from portable to TV whenever you want.  Works out to me.  It's at least not a nonsense word.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: rayne315 on October 20, 2016, 11:05:04 am
Terrible name it's almost as bad as the wii u

Not really.  While it might not be the best, it's actually a pretty good name to represent the system far better than the shitty Wii labeling.  It's the Switch, switch from portable to TV whenever you want.  Works out to me.  It's at least not a nonsense word.

also because of the naming it can no longer be though of as a wii add on so its already off to a better start than the wii U.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: desocietas on October 20, 2016, 11:08:43 am
I think I was most excited about the cartridge slot that they showed  ::)

They definitely were aiming this at the cool kids and not a younger audience. I imagine lots of kids losing half the system by misplacing those side controllers.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: turf on October 20, 2016, 11:12:20 am
I'm in.  Where do I preorder?

I will bring my tithe to the Temple of Mario to receive the blessings of what was once the NX, but from this day forth will forever be known as the Switch.

Yeah, I like it.  Third Party Support is key though.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 20, 2016, 11:17:51 am
I'm in.  Where do I preorder?

I will bring my tithe to the Temple of Mario to receive the blessings of what was once the NX, but from this day forth will forever be known as the Switch.

Yeah, I like it.  Third Party Support is key though.

This is making the rounds right now.  Doesn't confirm games, but gives a basic idea of the system support as it is right now.

(http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CvN5swYWEAETMsO.jpg)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on October 20, 2016, 11:40:56 am
Interesting. Now I'm slightly more interested seeing companies like Atlus, Inti, KT, etc. With the right game announcement, I'll be pre-ordering ASAP.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 20, 2016, 11:51:22 am
To seemingly bolster their launch lineup, it looks like they are releasing enhanced versions of both Mario Kart 8 and Splatoon.  No confirmations exactly, but both games looked the same as before, but now have all new content and features.  I'd be cool with rebuying Mario Kart 8 and Splatoon if they have enough new stuff at reasonable prices.

Odd things I noticed about this system though...No emphasis on touch or motion capabilities at any point.  Perhaps cost saving measures?  I'm curious what this means for backwards compatibility.  Enhanced versions are one thing, but there are games that require those things if you want to bring in at least digital versions of Wii U games or 3DS games to boost that library of content for the Switch, which will be one of its greatest features.

Just said on twitter from Bethesda...

"Thrilled to be a publishing partner for #NintendoSwitch! The platform presents exciting opportunities for our studios & fans."

Skyrim was confirmed, but I wonder if this means we'll also see stuff like Doom, Fallout 4, and future games show up on the Switch.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on October 20, 2016, 12:01:10 pm
What I'm curious about is whether or not Nintendo will allow mods on Skyrim.

Also, it has been reported that the Switch is region-free.

Also, as if it needed to be stated, I'm getting it day one.  This is exactly what I expected the NX to be.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: rayne315 on October 20, 2016, 12:11:10 pm
my major concerns are if they updated their online services to allow easier access to friends and online games, if there is going to be enough system memory for all the download games that will be coming out (if you primarily download them), and if the cartridges are going to have enough space for current and future AAA games.

I also believe they should have increased the size of the cartridges just so they are easier to keep (its hard keeping track of little ds games already.

overall I am very impressed with how it looks and will likely buy it day 1 (depending on system specs)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 20, 2016, 12:17:43 pm
Yeah it would be nice to know more proper details, but this was just a preview event, hopefully we get an announcement for a Direct soon.  I'll be grabbing this Day 1 as it's very much what I wanted.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on October 20, 2016, 12:30:08 pm
Region free? Damn, I've moved from not feeling it to hopeful to excited in a matter of hours.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: fighterpilot562 on October 20, 2016, 12:48:18 pm
I am slightly interested, but need way more info. I really want nintendo to do well.

mostly price, and more details on the system, controllers, etc
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: dashv on October 20, 2016, 12:51:55 pm
Ehh...I'm not feeling it.

Thank goodness. I'm there with ya. Until your post I though maybe I've become a hater. :)

I'll get one of course. But for how secretive they've been the trailer is pretty underwhelming and only really shows us stuff we already knew.

This is basically Nintendo's take on the PS Vita/TV 2.0.

It didn't work out for Sony but maybe Nintendo can make a better go at it.

I like the Vita a lot especially cross-play titles that support cross-device save.

Region free is cool, but without a disc slot it doesn't help for Wii/WiiU titles which is where I'd like to put it to use first.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on October 20, 2016, 12:52:31 pm
Tons of concerns and curiosities obviously, but personally with how well this looks, I'm hoping they have all the right answers for online, storage, and the other minor things.

I've heard some rumors about Nintendo working very hard on their online services, I watch the job market for these types of things and Nintendo has been on quite a hiring spree lately for these types of positions.

Storage I'm very very curious about.  For home console gaming, I see no issue with using external hard drives, that is what I do in most cases (curse you PS4), but being able to have that digital content/patches/install files on the portable device, it is definitely a concern.  Nintendo does have a history of making their games play straight out of the box, so hopefully that will continue.  Flash media is going places, you can get 200GB flash cards for about $60, games don't usually take more than 40GB.  You can get a 64GB flash card for about $20, and that's consumer prices.  I don't believe it costs more than a few dollars for these companies to produce these cards, so it wouldn't be unreasonable for Nintendo to design a flash memory based board capable of storing upwards of 128GB while still maintaining an effective cost to price ratio.  With the 3DS for instance, I don't think it was ever a size limitation issue so much as what the system itself could handle.  And looking back at older cartridge systems, they were much more expensive to produce compared to today
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on October 20, 2016, 12:54:25 pm
Ehh...I'm not feeling it.

Thank goodness. I'm there with ya. Until your post I though maybe I've become a hater. :)

I'll get one of course. But for how secretive they've been the trailer is pretty underwhelming and only really shows us stuff we already knew.

This is basically Nintendo's take on the PS Vita/TV 2.0.

It didn't work out for Sony but maybe Nintendo can make a better go at it.

I like the Vita a lot especially cross-play titles that support cross-device save.
The Vita/PSTV had 2 major flaws that killed it.  Expensive proprietary media, and censorship.  Censorship may not be the right word, but Sony blacklisted so many games and apps from the PSTV for no good reason.  You could bypass it, but potentially get banned from PSN.

If these two things were remedied today, I'd actually use my PSTV.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 20, 2016, 01:04:27 pm
The Switch seems like what the Vita and Wii U should've been, so basically take two systems that didn't do great, grab the best features, and then put them into one better unit.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: tafk on October 20, 2016, 01:07:58 pm
First console I'm going to be able to get (and want to get) day one! I'm very excited and this thing looks amazing! Hats off to Nintendo for really impressing me and making me want your product.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on October 20, 2016, 01:10:21 pm
The Switch seems like what the Vita and Wii U should've been, so basically take two systems that didn't do great, grab the best features, and then put them into one better unit.
Absolutely agree.  Just hoping they don't drop the ball on the other important aspects.  It seems they really want to support competitive gaming with this system, as such, you need a solid online presence.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: doafan on October 20, 2016, 01:13:02 pm
Ehh...I'm not feeling it.

+2 in fact I had the same feeling for the Wii U and for the Wii too but since my wife wanted the last one had to purchase it  :-\
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: fighterpilot562 on October 20, 2016, 01:18:29 pm
First console I'm going to be able to get (and want to get) day one! I'm very excited and this thing looks amazing! Hats off to Nintendo for really impressing me and making me want your product.

i am hoping to get it within the first year.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: turf on October 20, 2016, 01:30:10 pm
I'm just posting this so I can see it.   :o


This is making the rounds right now.  Doesn't confirm games, but gives a basic idea of the system support as it is right now.

(http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CvN5swYWEAETMsO.jpg)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on October 20, 2016, 01:49:39 pm
I'm just posting this so I can see it.   :o
I'm glad they did this, they are acknowledging they had poor third party support before and that they are doing better about it now.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: doafan on October 20, 2016, 01:51:21 pm
I'm just posting this so I can see it.   :o


This is making the rounds right now.  Doesn't confirm games, but gives a basic idea of the system support as it is right now.

http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CvN5swYWEAETMsO.jpg

Wait a minute, what the hell is Konami doing there ?  ???
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on October 20, 2016, 01:53:16 pm
I'm just posting this so I can see it.   :o


This is making the rounds right now.  Doesn't confirm games, but gives a basic idea of the system support as it is right now.

http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CvN5swYWEAETMsO.jpg

Wait a minute, what the hell is Konami doing there ?  ???
Like Bethesda, they will probably republish MGS for Switch... or Metal Gear Survive will come to Switch.

I really want to keep saying NX.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on October 20, 2016, 01:58:40 pm
NX is easier to type, anyways.

I will say I'm glad they no longer use the "Wii" name anywhere. The Switch is kind of a ho-hum name, but that's just me being nitpicky.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on October 20, 2016, 02:07:51 pm
NX is easier to type, anyways.

I will say I'm glad they no longer use the "Wii" name anywhere. The Switch is kind of a ho-hum name, but that's just me being nitpicky.
Again, at least the name is sensical.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: silversyx on October 20, 2016, 02:46:56 pm
NX is easier to type, anyways.

I will say I'm glad they no longer use the "Wii" name anywhere. The Switch is kind of a ho-hum name, but that's just me being nitpicky.
Again, at least the name is sensical.

NX GONA GIVE IT TO YA
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: davifus on October 20, 2016, 02:57:53 pm
NX is easier to type, anyways.

I will say I'm glad they no longer use the "Wii" name anywhere. The Switch is kind of a ho-hum name, but that's just me being nitpicky.
Again, at least the name is sensical.

NX GONA GIVE IT TO YA

^^^^ DMX
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: telly on October 20, 2016, 02:59:16 pm
It will be interesting to see where Sony and Microsoft go with their next consoles, and when that will even be. Lets hope that when/if those guys put out a new console, it will also use carts like the Switch.

I mean, if it does come out in March of 2017, you've got Nintendo's cart based console competing with the PS4 and Xbone, which still use discs. I wonder if that will affect how much 3rd party support the Switch will get for the first few years it's out.

Though maybe it's not that hard to transfer stuff over from disc to cart nowadays.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on October 20, 2016, 03:06:40 pm
NX just makes me thinks of the cosmetics company.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: redblaze57 on October 20, 2016, 03:11:32 pm
Pointed out by the YouTuber Jwittz the footage of splatoon had different hairstyles...Err tentaclestyles??? than the ones available on the Wii U game and Mario Kart 8 doesn't have King Boo as a playable character. So it does appear they are adding features to the ported games if these aren't the sequels.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: rayne315 on October 20, 2016, 03:22:52 pm
Pointed out by the YouTuber Jwittz the footage of splatoon had different hairstyles...Err tentaclestyles??? than the ones available on the Wii U game and Mario Kart 8 doesn't have King Boo as a playable character. So it does appear they are adding features to the ported games if these aren't the sequels.

dear god I need a sequel to Splatoon. I noticed something was off on that portion of the game but I just couldn't put my finger on it.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: indenton on October 20, 2016, 03:37:12 pm
Yea, Nintendo Switch! Bringing the thunder!  Also Atlus, Bandai Namco & Marvelous are supporting the Switch?  I wonder what 'masterpiece' Konami will grace the Switch with. 

That new Mario game they featured has me curious, I'm getting a 64 vibe from this (Most importantly not a 3D Land/World vibe). 
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on October 20, 2016, 04:24:04 pm
Someone posted this, I figure some of it's slightly in jest, the images that is.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CvPDAR5UsAAbkJn.jpg)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 20, 2016, 04:33:40 pm
Yeah the footage shown for Mario Kart and Splatoon point to likely enhanced ports of the Wii U games.  I'm pretty positive they aren't sequels and would make for easy launch material with added features and content.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: desocietas on October 20, 2016, 05:41:20 pm
Someone posted this, I figure some of it's slightly in jest, the images that is.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CvPDAR5UsAAbkJn.jpg)

Oh gawd, can you imagine the possible game titles?

Sonic Switch
Mario & Luigi: Sibling Switch
Kirby Switch Star
Mario Switch Kart X
Splatoon Switch Mania
Wii Fit Switch


This could go on, lol
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 20, 2016, 05:42:54 pm
There's only one game I'm looking for.  Mighty Switch Force Switch.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: pizzasafari on October 20, 2016, 05:51:13 pm
For real, this thing looks epic. It's been a very long time since I've cared for Nintendo consoles but this is probably going to win me over. Hell, it's been about a decade since I've been hyped for any consoles at all, let alone Nintendo. But I'm really excited.

See Nintendo, THIS is how you do it. No gimmicks, no intrusions, but still with plenty of fresh new ideas that are genuinely good ideas and don't invade your ability to just play it like you'd play any other console if you want to.

The portability functions look amazing too. I love the idea of using it as a screen anywhere and still getting to use the standard controller. Even out and about it works like a home console. Plus that thing where you can put the screen to the back of a car seat... wow.

Plus the list of developers confirmed to be doing things on it is pretty sweet. I saw Atlus on there. If Persona 5 gets ported to the Switch the landmass I sit on will collapse under the weight of my jizz.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: tpugmire on October 20, 2016, 05:58:40 pm
Well, that's gross.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: indenton on October 20, 2016, 06:15:32 pm
Well, that's gross.
Did you want to add any context to that?
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: redblaze57 on October 20, 2016, 06:21:05 pm
Well, that's gross.
Did you want to add any context to that?
if you need context look at the last line in LeJason's post
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: aliensstudios on October 20, 2016, 09:50:42 pm
Yeah the footage shown for Mario Kart and Splatoon point to likely enhanced ports of the Wii U games.  I'm pretty positive they aren't sequels and would make for easy launch material with added features and content.
I noticed the Mario Kart game not only had King Boo, but it also allows the driver to have two items, which to my knowledge wasn't a feature in Mario Kart 8. If the console launches with the games it showed off here, it could a pretty enticing system to pick up day one. Here's to hoping that if it is a port of Splatoon, your online data from the Wii U will carry over via the Nintendo Network
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: spac316 on October 20, 2016, 10:03:15 pm
Ok, my thoughts.
It turned out to be what we all thought it would be, a hybrid console and hand held system. I do like the idea.
It better have a really good battery that'll last for a good while. I also hope it'll have a USB cord so we could use portable chargers.
The name "Switch" does make sense. I think it's a better name than Wii U at least.
I think when using the little controllers, they look so tiny and rather uncomfortable, especially for folks who have bigger hands, from my observation. I also hate how the d-pad looks when they're connected to the mini screen. I know it's made that way to be used as buttons when it's a stand alone controller, but as a d-pad, it'll suck especially for fighting games. Pro-controller all the way...
It also looks like it uses carts, almost a similar style on the 3DS. That's cool, but that means there could be no backwards compatibility for Wii U titles. Although, I don't see any indication if the small monitor is a touch screen or not. You would have to insert the thing into the docking device so you can play the games on the big screen. I'm not sure if you could without docking it yet. So I guess we can't play Wii U games on it. Who knows...
It looks like there could be a new 3D Mario 64 style game coming for the system. Would be nice to have a new 3D exploration Mario game again. But I also hope that it will have a solid launch line up, with exclusive titles, both from first and third parties. From the video, it looks like Mario Kart 8 and Splatoon could be ported to the system. I don't know if they were just there as place holders to show what the Switch could do or if it means we would have to buy some of the same games again.
Wouldn't be surprised if Smash 4 gets ported to it. But that would suck...I would hate to buy those games again.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: bikingjahuty on October 20, 2016, 11:21:11 pm
Plus the list of developers confirmed to be doing things on it is pretty sweet. I saw Atlus on there. If Persona 5 gets ported to the Switch the landmass I sit on will collapse under the weight of my jizz.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm dying here LMFAO!!!!
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: fighterpilot562 on October 21, 2016, 12:15:07 am
Well, that's gross.

gotta burn my brain now, that image is horrible lol
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kingrat101 on October 21, 2016, 05:29:49 am
Hmm... I'm not feeling it too much, what are the specs? I do applaud Nintendo that they actually got some third-party support, however there is just something odd about it, it really doesn't look much different than a Wii U, similar sort of idea. I, of course, want one I mean Nintendo is really the really why I actually care about video games but I'm not too sure about it. Forgive me I'm not trying to write it off, I just don't have a ton of faith in Nintendo right now.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on October 21, 2016, 08:30:26 am
So according to a reporter over at WSJ, Nintendo's statement is basically no more official announcements this year in regards to titles on Switch and specs, including whether or not it is region locked.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on October 21, 2016, 08:30:59 am
Wait a tick...I thought it was already announced that there was no region locking. O_o
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on October 21, 2016, 08:36:27 am
Wait a tick...I thought it was already announced that there was no region locking. O_o
Not announced.  Reported.  Journalists love to make shit up to get page views, so it's possible it's BS.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on October 21, 2016, 08:45:48 am
Wait a tick...I thought it was already announced that there was no region locking. O_o
Not announced.  Reported.  Journalists love to make shit up to get page views, so it's possible it's BS.

Well that makes my heart frown.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: Bwigdahl on October 21, 2016, 09:05:23 am
So since this is what the Wii U should've been from the start Wii U owners get a discount right? Wishful thinking.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on October 21, 2016, 09:31:57 am
Bethesda made the statement that they have no confirmed games for Nintendo Switch, so even though Skyrim was shown, it could never release for Switch... but it probably will.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 21, 2016, 01:13:57 pm
While it was clear that the Wii U wouldn't have physical backwards compatibility with the Switch, seems 3DS won't either.  Likely only digital with that.  Tad disappointing, but as long as I can still get it through the eshop and play some of the games I skipped there, I'll be alright with this.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: silversyx on October 21, 2016, 05:48:27 pm
While it was clear that the Wii U wouldn't have physical backwards compatibility with the Switch, seems 3DS won't either.  Likely only digital with that.  Tad disappointing, but as long as I can still get it through the eshop and play some of the games I skipped there, I'll be alright with this.
They may not get them out very quickly unfortunately... It took a long time for Wii and DS to come to Wii U. I hope Wii U and 3DS come much quicker to Switch.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 21, 2016, 05:53:02 pm
While it was clear that the Wii U wouldn't have physical backwards compatibility with the Switch, seems 3DS won't either.  Likely only digital with that.  Tad disappointing, but as long as I can still get it through the eshop and play some of the games I skipped there, I'll be alright with this.
They may not get them out very quickly unfortunately... It took a long time for Wii and DS to come to Wii U. I hope Wii U and 3DS come much quicker to Switch.

Hoping that too, that maybe a lot of the Wii U and 3DS games that are already available can just be brought over easily with little work.  The Wii U stuff doesn't bother me though, I own basically everything I want already and I'm not getting rid of my Wii U (I ain't losing my Hyrule Warriors data!), and it seems like the Switch could be getting enhanced ports of Wii U games anyways, but I only own a few 3DS games and most of what I've played were Zelda games.  I skipped out on most 3DS games because I don't really like playing on handhelds.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: silversyx on October 21, 2016, 06:05:15 pm
While it was clear that the Wii U wouldn't have physical backwards compatibility with the Switch, seems 3DS won't either.  Likely only digital with that.  Tad disappointing, but as long as I can still get it through the eshop and play some of the games I skipped there, I'll be alright with this.
They may not get them out very quickly unfortunately... It took a long time for Wii and DS to come to Wii U. I hope Wii U and 3DS come much quicker to Switch.

Hoping that too, that maybe a lot of the Wii U and 3DS games that are already available can just be brought over easily with little work.  The Wii U stuff doesn't bother me though, I own basically everything I want already and I'm not getting rid of my Wii U (I ain't losing my Hyrule Warriors data!), and it seems like the Switch could be getting enhanced ports of Wii U games anyways, but I only own a few 3DS games and most of what I've played were Zelda games.  I skipped out on most 3DS games because I don't really like playing on handhelds.
OHH!!! 3DS games on the TV!!!! I will rebuy my whole fucking library for that!!!
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on October 21, 2016, 06:47:48 pm
While it was clear that the Wii U wouldn't have physical backwards compatibility with the Switch, seems 3DS won't either.  Likely only digital with that.  Tad disappointing, but as long as I can still get it through the eshop and play some of the games I skipped there, I'll be alright with this.
They may not get them out very quickly unfortunately... It took a long time for Wii and DS to come to Wii U. I hope Wii U and 3DS come much quicker to Switch.

Hoping that too, that maybe a lot of the Wii U and 3DS games that are already available can just be brought over easily with little work.  The Wii U stuff doesn't bother me though, I own basically everything I want already and I'm not getting rid of my Wii U (I ain't losing my Hyrule Warriors data!), and it seems like the Switch could be getting enhanced ports of Wii U games anyways, but I only own a few 3DS games and most of what I've played were Zelda games.  I skipped out on most 3DS games because I don't really like playing on handhelds.
OHH!!! 3DS games on the TV!!!! I will rebuy my whole fucking library for that!!!

Yeah I don't care if they don't look particularly great, I just want to play them sitting down in front of my TV with a proper controller.  Heck, I'd be fine if I could only play them on the portable screen, since you can clearly use a normal controller.  I just found that with the 3DS and DS, that I couldn't play them for longer than like an hour without my hands starting to cramp and my neck ache from being hunched over.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: dreama1 on October 22, 2016, 07:25:01 am
If it runs emulators that would be cool. It becomes a real retro portable with 2 player support.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: fighterpilot562 on October 22, 2016, 10:37:04 am
So according to a reporter over at WSJ, Nintendo's statement is basically no more official announcements this year in regards to titles on Switch and specs, including whether or not it is region locked.

man, i was hoping in the next month or so, we would get a showcase of them showing it off with the price and everything...
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: bikingjahuty on October 22, 2016, 10:56:59 am
With it being a couple of days since the reveal and my excitement has subsided enough for me to make a grounded opinion on the system, here it is.

First and foremost I am very, very excited about the Switch! It looks like an excellent system all around, offering you the ability to play it just as a home console with a controller; no gimmicks, no motion controls, no funky controller, just you and your system. I also love how it is a full on portable device that you can take on the go, and as far as we know, can enjoy with the same quality as you would sitting in front of your TV while it is docked. While I do have some concerns about each side of the screen being able to become its own, small controller (which I will explain in a bit), I think it is a clever idea and allows for immediate local multiplayer which has not been a feature on consoles for quite some time. As for the games, which while nothing has been officially announced (except Zelda), we saw what looked like 4 new Nintendo IPs and freakin Skyrim! If those 5 games alone make up the launch library I am going to have a very hard time not picking up all of them along with the console day one lol. I am also excited at the prospect of a new main Pokemon game coming to it since Nintendo has announced that their home console and handheld will be housed under the Switch from now on. This also opens up the possibility of it having an enormous library of games!

Now for what I'm concerned about. While there are some high end tablets out there, the Microsoft Surface Pro for example, those cost well over a grand. The Switch, if the rumors end up being true and as reason would dictate, will probably be $500 tops. Nintendo already announced that they will not be selling the Switch at a loss, so what this means is it will be significantly less powerful than the XBONE and PS4. You simply cannot squeeze that kind of performance and power into a tablet at that price point yet. When I've brought this up to people they usually come back at me with, "well, it can run Skyrim HD on it!" I don't doubt that it can, but what these people fail to remember is Skyrim is nearly a 5-year old game designed to run on 5-year old hardware. Even the HD version isn't even coming close to pushing the performance envelope in the way that Fallout 4 does, which I doubt will see a release on the Switch. Perhaps we'll find out that the dock also serves as a way of enhancing the graphics, but this leaves the question, how will games perform when not docked? This also poses a question of how well modern AAA games will be able to be ported to it without substantial downgrades to the graphics and FPS. My other main concern is the ability to use each side of the Switch as a separate mini controller when playing it on the go. From what I saw in the reveal video these things look super tiny! It will surprise me if they are actually comfortable enough to play a game with someone more than half an hour without your hand cramping up, especially if you have larger hands. I could be totally wrong about this, and to be honest I am withholding judgement until I actually have one in my hand, but it's hard to imagine that it would be good for long term play.

I am absolutely excited to hear more about the Switch and to hear more and more about its games as time goes by. Unless Nintendo drops some huge bomb regarding it, which I am having hard time even imagining what that would be, I will definitely be getting this system day 1. Contrary to what some people have been saying I do not believe for one second that this will end up being another Wii U in terms of sales, support, and a small library of first party titles mostly. I genuinely think it will do great, maybe even Wii great. Can't wait to get my hands on one and game my ass off!
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: fazerco on October 22, 2016, 02:02:24 pm
Its way to soon to form a opinion about the Switch. You can only say it looks good (or bad). In my view it looks good, but you can only form a good opinion when its in your hand. So i will wait for that.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: burningdoom on October 22, 2016, 02:52:04 pm
I'm excited. The whole concept is sounds awesome. Taking your games on the go, as in actual console games. And the third-party support list looks amazing! Finally a Nintendo system with great third-party support again!
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: burningdoom on November 03, 2016, 02:47:37 pm
Think it will be powerful enough to get games like Red Dead Redemption 2 or Skyrim Remastered?

Or will this be another repeat of the Wii's third-party support; where they were there, yeah, but they only gave us shovelware. I REALLY hope it's not a case of the latter.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: telly on November 03, 2016, 02:50:44 pm
I was thinking about that too, especially how if/when new consoles come out from Sony and Microsoft, how will that affect the 3rd party support the Switch gets in a few years. At least so far as we know it "seems" comparable for now.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on November 03, 2016, 02:52:08 pm
Well seeing that they were promoting Skyrim, I'd assume they are going to have it on the system.  Bethesda says they aren't confirming it, but seeing that Bethesda is on the confirmed list of developer support, they just aren't wanting to promote it right now, and instead just promote the Xbone, PS4, and PC versions.  RDR2, I'm not sure.  Kinda depends in the end actually how powerful it is.  I hear that it's supposed to be fairly close to the Xbone and easier to develop for, so maybe we are likely to get more ports.

Also gotta keep in mind that since this is gonna replace their handhelds also, that the handheld library will be moved to the Switch too.  It should have a lot more 1st party and third party games in general.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on November 03, 2016, 03:27:23 pm
Also gotta keep in mind that since this is gonna replace their handhelds also, that the handheld library will be moved to the Switch too.  It should have a lot more 1st party and third party games in general.
I keep hearing this, and it's just absolutely frustrating to hear folks spout such drivel.  I need to calm down.  The 3DS/DS has 2 screens.  The Switch has 1 screen.  I think it's silly at this point to even consider that the handheld games will be ported to the Switch.

Don't get me wrong, I'm aware that I could be wrong and Nintendo could do some weird mumbo jumbo to let the Switch be stood up Portrait style.  Or Nintendo could allow Second screen experience with a phone.  Or Nintendo could SOMEHOW let the Switch display on the TV AND Gamepad at the same time.  Mind you that every thing they've shown, shows that you get one or the other, but not both at the same time (TV and Gamepad)

But anyway, while the rumors persist that Nintendo is shutting down production of the Wii U (which they have denied), there are absolutely 0 rumors that 3DS production is shutting down, and the 3DS has TONS of games coming out for it over the next year or so.  (Whereas the Wii U has what... 2?)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on November 03, 2016, 03:40:09 pm
I'm not talking about 3DS ports, I'm simply talking about the future of their handheld line.  There's no good reason to make a new handheld now that they have the Switch and the 3DS doesn't have too much longer, maybe a year, maybe a little longer, maybe a little less, and there aren't really that many games confirmed for the 3DS right now.  Some, but not much 1st party that are particularly big and there's a few ports, as what we are seeing are downgraded versions of Wii U games and probably will see more alongside Super Mario Maker and Yoshi's Wooly World.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on November 03, 2016, 03:51:48 pm
I'm not talking about 3DS ports, I'm simply talking about the future of their handheld line.  There's no good reason to make a new handheld now that they have the Switch and the 3DS doesn't have too much longer, maybe a year, maybe a little longer, maybe a little less, and there aren't really that many games confirmed for the 3DS right now.  Some, but not much 1st party that are particularly big and there's a few ports, as what we are seeing are downgraded versions of Wii U games and probably will see more alongside Super Mario Maker and Yoshi's Wooly World.
I suppose that's true.

But there are things you can do with 3DS that you can't with Switch.  And 3DS is way more portable than Switch I would imagine.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on November 03, 2016, 04:02:27 pm
But there are things you can do with 3DS that you can't with Switch.  And 3DS is way more portable than Switch I would imagine.

Not sure about that.  Sure, the Switch won't have 3D, a dual screen, and the cameras (Which I think is a good thing), but it's a much more powerful portable with options the 3DS doesn't have, like same-screen multiplayer and likely other stuff once we know more.  The 3DS is only more portable as it's smaller (And the New 3DSXL is kinda too big for most pockets anyways), but it's a pretty old handheld by now that's really underpowered.  It can't go much longer and I don't think it'll have nearly the same lifespan the DS did, because it's not selling nearly as much.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on November 03, 2016, 06:39:51 pm
But there are things you can do with 3DS that you can't with Switch.  And 3DS is way more portable than Switch I would imagine.

Not sure about that.  Sure, the Switch won't have 3D, a dual screen, and the cameras (Which I think is a good thing), but it's a much more powerful portable with options the 3DS doesn't have, like same-screen multiplayer and likely other stuff once we know more.  The 3DS is only more portable as it's smaller (And the New 3DSXL is kinda too big for most pockets anyways), but it's a pretty old handheld by now that's really underpowered.  It can't go much longer and I don't think it'll have nearly the same lifespan the DS did, because it's not selling nearly as much.
Possible, but I still question the portability of the system.  3DS, even the XL, I can fit in my pockets, so it's not inconvenient to always have it.  The switch is definitely too big for a pocket, so I'd need to carry a bag.

I'm really not meaning to argue, I'm just stating that the 3DS is as simple as carrying around a large phone, the switch is like carrying around a tablet.  I own several tablets, but I never use them because they aren't as portable as my phone, plus I always have my phone... which is honestly probably why folks aren't using 3DS as much because they can just use their phone.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kmacdw on November 24, 2016, 12:43:28 pm
So going on the latest rumors....

Launch:
New 3D Mario
Splatoon (Enhanced)
Mario Kart 8 (Enhanced)
New Super Mario RPG

Launch Window:
Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Pikmin 4 (Reboot?)
Xenoblade Chronicles X (Port)

Year 1:
Pokemon Stars
New Retro Game (Metroid Prime 4???)
Super Smash Bros (Enhanced)

Possible:
Mario Maker (Enhanced)
Pokken Tournament (Enhanced)

Throw in Skyrim and some other solid 3rd party titles and it could be a big first year for Switch.

Seems the strategy is flood the system with first party gold in order to move units, and then use that player base as a carrot for 3rd parties. Sound strategy.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on November 24, 2016, 04:33:09 pm
Smart too me as they need a strong first months, so releasing a proper Mario and a proper Zelda in that window is important.  I'm not surprised they are allegedly bringing over more Wii U games as only a couple really moved any major units on the Wii U, not that I'll try and get into Xenoblade Chronicles X again cause I thought it was too boring, but it'll be interesting if they can improve draw distances and loading with a Switch version.

Pokemon Stars is a big deal as it's what I want, which is to play the handheld games on a console, so to get a Switch version that'll allow me to play on my TV is incredibly smart.  I was only hoping to play a 3DS port of the game digitally, but maybe getting a proper new version like a Yellow is perfect.

Also just to point out in your list, that isn't a "Super Mario RPG" in the way of a return to the SNES version, it's a rumored Ubisoft RPG where the Rabbids invade the Mushroom Kingdom, so it's a property mashup.  Could be silly fun, just didn't want people to think we were getting a Super Mario RPG 2 lol
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kmacdw on November 24, 2016, 06:28:59 pm
Smart too me as they need a strong first months, so releasing a proper Mario and a proper Zelda in that window is important.  I'm not surprised they are allegedly bringing over more Wii U games as only a couple really moved any major units on the Wii U, not that I'll try and get into Xenoblade Chronicles X again cause I thought it was too boring, but it'll be interesting if they can improve draw distances and loading with a Switch version.

Pokemon Stars is a big deal as it's what I want, which is to play the handheld games on a console, so to get a Switch version that'll allow me to play on my TV is incredibly smart.  I was only hoping to play a 3DS port of the game digitally, but maybe getting a proper new version like a Yellow is perfect.

Also just to point out in your list, that isn't a "Super Mario RPG" in the way of a return to the SNES version, it's a rumored Ubisoft RPG where the Rabbids invade the Mushroom Kingdom, so it's a property mashup.  Could be silly fun, just didn't want people to think we were getting a Super Mario RPG 2 lol
I'm aware of what it is. And I think that's exactly what it is. A spiritual succesor to Super Mario RPG.

Think about it.

Ubisoft are doing simplistic turn based RPGs packed full of humour for South Park.

What was Super Mario RPG? A simplistic turn based RPG packed full of humour.

I think that's exactly their aim. Announce an RPG with Ubisoft behind it, around the time Fractured But Whole is launching. People will be mega hyped.

Super Mario RPG is one of those games that's good but has built up a hype over the years that it probably doesn't quite deserve. Nintendo are banking on that nostalgic hype. Smart.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kmacdw on November 24, 2016, 06:36:50 pm
One thing though is if Nintendo's strategy does fail.

They are literally screwed. As they will be dry of big first party titles for a while. Fire Emblem is the only other notable first party series I could seeing a release in the first two years; and it isn't really a system mover. Maybe a Mario Party too but again not much of a mover. Yoshisi, Toad....hell even Kirby it just wouldn't be enough.

Sure Mario Kart 9, Smash 5 and Splatoon 2 can come eventually but that's maybe 3 years down the road. I think they're hoping this big splurge will be enough to keep people happy, while they trickle out lesser titles while they prepare for Phase 2 per se.

They are throwing shit at the wall and hoping something sticks. Bold strategy.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on November 24, 2016, 07:57:01 pm
I don't think that at all about this Mario/Rabbid crossover.  It's not Square Enix making it, it's purely being made by Ubisoft (going by the rumors), it's not going to focus on Mario and the usual main group seemingly of Mario, Peach, Luigi, etc, but Yoshi and some others, so I don't think it's trying to bank on that nostalgia in any way.  Now if it includes Mallow and Geno somehow, MAYBE then I would say that, but it's not like Super Mario RPG is the only RPG they've done, there's the entire Paper Mario series and the Mario & Luigi stuff that have come out since then, so this is just another common Mario RPG experience at the moment.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kmacdw on November 28, 2016, 05:49:38 am
I don't think that at all about this Mario/Rabbid crossover.  It's not Square Enix making it, it's purely being made by Ubisoft (going by the rumors), it's not going to focus on Mario and the usual main group seemingly of Mario, Peach, Luigi, etc, but Yoshi and some others, so I don't think it's trying to bank on that nostalgia in any way.  Now if it includes Mallow and Geno somehow, MAYBE then I would say that, but it's not like Super Mario RPG is the only RPG they've done, there's the entire Paper Mario series and the Mario & Luigi stuff that have come out since then, so this is just another common Mario RPG experience at the moment.
I think this game will have a lot more in common with Super Marios RPG than either series.

I feel what Ubisoft is doing with South Park atm is far too striking for it to be coincidental.

I never had any desire to play Paper Mario or Mario & Luigi; but I'd be hyped to play this game.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on November 28, 2016, 06:23:19 am
I think this game will have a lot more in common with Super Marios RPG than either series.

I feel what Ubisoft is doing with South Park atm is far too striking for it to be coincidental.

I never had any desire to play Paper Mario or Mario & Luigi; but I'd be hyped to play this game.

There's nothing actually known about this game other than it's an RPG and even then, it's still just a rumor lol On the surface, I think Rabbids invading is a pretty dumb idea, never liked the Rabbids, I'd take any other Mario RPG they've made over this concept just in terms of what is going on with the story, but I'll keep an open mind and hope for the best.  Can't find any reason to compare it to South Park either, other than a shared developer, of which we don't know which Ubisoft studio is working on this, especially since these game really only work because it is South Park.  That first game is a pretty short and standard RPG otherwise, so even if they just straight up traded Mario/Rabbids for South Park, I don't think that would be a particularly great game.

Best to rein in the hype until we know that this is actually legit and what kind of game it really will be like. 
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kmacdw on November 28, 2016, 02:30:02 pm
I think this game will have a lot more in common with Super Marios RPG than either series.

I feel what Ubisoft is doing with South Park atm is far too striking for it to be coincidental.

I never had any desire to play Paper Mario or Mario & Luigi; but I'd be hyped to play this game.

There's nothing actually known about this game other than it's an RPG and even then, it's still just a rumor lol On the surface, I think Rabbids invading is a pretty dumb idea, never liked the Rabbids, I'd take any other Mario RPG they've made over this concept just in terms of what is going on with the story, but I'll keep an open mind and hope for the best.  Can't find any reason to compare it to South Park either, other than a shared developer, of which we don't know which Ubisoft studio is working on this, especially since these game really only work because it is South Park.  That first game is a pretty short and standard RPG otherwise, so even if they just straight up traded Mario/Rabbids for South Park, I don't think that would be a particularly great game.

Best to rein in the hype until we know that this is actually legit and what kind of game it really will be like.
I'd be very surprised if it isn't true. The people calling this; have been bang on about everything else they've leaked about Switch until now.

I'd also be very surprised if it's not San Francisco developing it; as it would be a missed opportunity. And more than that; it would make it go from making total sense to making no sense.

I don't like Rabbids either; but I guess Ubisoft just want their own stamp on it; rather than it being swept up as another Nintendo Mario game. So the Rabbids inclusion was probably something they pushed for. Granted the game would likely be better if it didn't include them; however I don't think their inclusion would stop the concept being a good one.

I will make two predictions...

Ubisoft San Francisco will be the developers.

There will be at least one direct link to Super Mario RPG (as I am convinced that's what they are trying to tie it to)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: desocietas on December 08, 2016, 07:39:39 pm
https://youtu.be/7TJ7IUNWGl4?t=300

Jimmy Fallon got to play a little bit of the Switch yesterday...
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on December 08, 2016, 11:11:16 pm
Yeah I saw it, was hoping for abit more out of it, but at least it helped people work to confirm a few things about the buttons and details with the presentation wait still a month away.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: burningdoom on December 09, 2016, 12:10:20 am
GameCube games are being rumored to be digital offerings on The Switch.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on December 09, 2016, 08:13:50 am
Jimmy Fallon is annoying. XD
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: turf on December 09, 2016, 10:18:49 am
Jimmy Fallon is annoying. XD

He's a bit of a nerd. I like the guy.

Either he was legit pumped or he deserves an Oscar.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: burningdoom on December 09, 2016, 12:57:29 pm
The Know is reporting that you will have to repurchase your digital games again on the The Switch, yet again.

This will be the third generation in a row where Nintendo has done this (And yeah, I own Wii, Wii U, and plan on getting a Switch). WTF?! How many times can they charge you for the same freaking game! No one else does this. (Technically you could transfer your Wii files to your Wii U, but most people trade in their old system for a new one. And I see no reason why you shouldn't be able to download an already purchased game again.)

What's the point of even having a online Nintendo account, then? Isn't so you can keep track of what's been purchased and to download the game again if you need to?

This seriously makes me upset. This just feels like we're getting scammed by Nintendo.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on December 09, 2016, 05:41:06 pm
While it's not great, you couldn't transfer games from PS3 to PS4 either, so it isn't exactly uncommon.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: burningdoom on December 10, 2016, 09:47:59 am
^ Yeah, someone else told me that, too. That's stupid. You can on XBox, Steam, GoG, and Amazon. As many downloads as you need to as many devices that apply. Sony sucks just as bad as Nintendo in that sense.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: tuet0ne on December 19, 2016, 03:39:05 pm
I would be so happy if Gamecube games appear on the Switch... It would make sense for Nintendo to do so. Fingers crossed!
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on January 07, 2017, 05:30:28 pm
So with only 5 days left till the full reveal of the Switch, giving us all the information we crave, what are people hoping turns out to be true? There's tons of constant rumors coming out, a lot of it coming from Laura Kate Dale who has been right more than a few times and continues to find inside information.

-While initially, there were signs that Breath of the Wild would release more around June, according to a European source, this has shifted to North America sources saying it will actually be a launch title, which makes far more sense when you think about it, compared to having the new Mario game show up out of nowhere and be the launch title, despite years of building up Breath of the Wild.  I'm cool with a delay or not, but Zelda at launch would make buying the Switch at launch perfect.

-A brand new rumor says that Koei Tecmo is making a Nintendo themed Warriors game, and that it isn't just Zelda or Star Fox.  If it's as good as Hyrule Warriors, I'm all in.  I'm kinda hoping for what could just be like Smash Warriors lol

-Pokemon Stars, a Switch version of Pokemon Sun & Moon is a big deal for me, because I essentially stopped playing Pokemon after Yellow many years ago and only dabbled in Pokemon X, because I don't like playing on handheld.  So to get a version with better visuals, quality, and to play it on a TV, is exactly why I want the Switch.  I want the stuff I could never played on handheld, to be playable now because of the Switch.

That's about it off the top of my head at the moment, I'm sure there were one or two more interesting rumors, but it's all made for some fun hype towards the switch and it'll be interesting to see what all comes from the event on the 12th.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: Warmsignal on January 09, 2017, 08:40:40 am
So I'm guessing that the "rumors" have turned out to be true about the recall of the Wii U and apparently the 3DS as well. Sort of surprised about the 3DS, I guess the Switch is going to replace it as well? It makes sense really. Whether or not the 3DS was actually recalled, Nintendo isn't restocking stores with them since black Friday. There's no where in my area you can get a new Wii U or 3DS. Evidently they don't want people buying any other Nintendo console right now. It's a little odd.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on January 09, 2017, 02:51:26 pm
So I'm guessing that the "rumors" have turned out to be true about the recall of the Wii U and apparently the 3DS as well. Sort of surprised about the 3DS, I guess the Switch is going to replace it as well? It makes sense really. Whether or not the 3DS was actually recalled, Nintendo isn't restocking stores with them since black Friday. There's no where in my area you can get a new Wii U or 3DS. Evidently they don't want people buying any other Nintendo console right now. It's a little odd.

The lack of 3DS's is abit odd, since they are still putting out 3DS stuff this year.  Wii U on the other hand made sense to end, and I think the Switch is the obvious replacement for the 3DS for good reasons, but its abit weird that they are aren't restocking the 3DS since it still has life left in it for at least the year.  Usually when you shift into the new hardware, it's slowly phased out, not ended months before the replacement.  There's a chance we'll see a restock soon, but maybe Nintendo decided that since they are consolidating their market, they'll see about making the Switch the single focus at retailers for anything.  No Wii U, no 3DS, when you go to the store, you will simply find the Switch being shown prominently with Wii U and 3DS left overs on the side.

This way there's no Wii U like mistakes of people not understanding what the system is meant to be, it's solely all about the Switch as Nintendos future right now.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: azure on January 09, 2017, 09:39:09 pm
Jimmy Fallon is annoying. XD

Thank you.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: xiaoshumiao on January 10, 2017, 09:43:01 pm
i like Jimmy Fallon  xd..




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Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kmacdw on January 11, 2017, 06:33:13 am
Seen as the Switch reveal show is tomorrow. Here's my predictions for year 1 games wise. (Spoilers I'm quite optimistic).

* = Shown on the event day in some capacity (on stage, sizzle reel, press release by the publisher that day)
# = Shown during E3

Launch (1st 2 Weeks):
Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild *
Mario Kart 8 Switch *
Just Dance
Ravvin Rabbids RPG *
Star Wars Battlefront *
Call of Duty 4 Remastered *
Fifa 17 *
Madden 17 *
NBA 2K17 *
WWE 2K17 *
Dragon Quest Builders *
Shin Megami Tensei IV Apocalypse *
Marvel v Capcom Ultimate *
Lego Dimensions *
Skylanders Imaginators *
Luigi's Mansion (VC) *
Super Mario Sunshine (VC) *
Pikmin (VC) *
Skies of Arcadia Legends (VC) *
Rogue Squadron 2 (VC) *
Metroid Prime (VC) *
Mother 3 (VC) *
Fire Emblem (VC) *
Advance Wars (VC) *
Final Fantasy IV (VC) *
Final Fantasy V (VC) *
Final Fantasy VI (VC) *

Launch Window:
Super Mario 128 *
Splatoon Definitive *
Xenoblade Chronicles X *
Rory McIlroy's PGA Tour 2018
Sonic Mania *
Sonic 2017 *
Dragon Quest Heroes 2
Dragon Quest VII *
Skyrim *
Pikmin 2 (VC)
Fire Emblem Path of Radiance (VC)
Metroid Prime 2 (VC)
Fire Emblem Sacred Stones (VC)
Advance Wars 2 (VC)
Metroid Zero Mission (VC)
Final Fantasy I (VC)
Final Fantasy II (VC)
Final Fantasy III (VC)

Post E3:
Pokemon Stars #
Pikmin 4 *#
Super Mario Maker #
Mother Trilogy #
Smash Bros Switch *#
Dragon Quest VIII *
Dragon Quest XI *#
Final Fantasy XIII Trilogy
Rogue Squadron 3 (VC) #
Metroid Prime 3 (VC) #
Final Fantasy Tactics Advance (VC)
Mother (VC) #
Earthbound (VC) #

2017:
Metroid Prime 4 #
Pokken Tournament

And of course spread between that time you'll also have the obvious VC releases ala Mario, Donkey Kong etc.

I think third party will go big in the launch window but beyond that is hard to say as it might come down to how things go.

May also notice this list is very Japanese centric and I don't think that's a coincidence. I think Nintendo knows in the console space, their best hope is a distance 2nd in the west, but they also know they are likely to be guaranteed a comfortable number of sales in the West at the same time, due to the switch replacing the 3DS most likely.

However their homeland is ripe for the taking. Japan largely rejected the PS4....and they might not even know the XONE exists ha. I think Nintendo will feel they can swat away the Vita and take top spot in the land of the rising sun, by going big with RPGs and such.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: argyle on January 11, 2017, 10:38:37 am
Nintendo has taught me to temper my expectations for them over the years. If they announce a good price for the system, Breath of the Wild as a launch title (I think this is probably a given at this point) and confirm the Pokemon port, I'm in at launch. If they would finally announce a true Metroid sequel, that would be icing, but I'm not getting my hopes up on that.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on January 11, 2017, 11:04:42 am
Nintendo has taught me to temper my expectations for them over the years. If they announce a good price for the system, Breath of the Wild as a launch title (I think this is probably a given at this point) and confirm the Pokemon port, I'm in at launch. If they would finally announce a true Metroid sequel, that would be icing, but I'm not getting my hopes up on that.
My hope has been that with their lack of releases of late, the fact that devs have had devkits for a good long while now (and many devs have faith in the system), that we can have a good steady slew of launch titles.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on January 11, 2017, 11:06:34 am
I'm still pretty optimistic about this. I'm not a Zelda fan at all, so I'm hoping for some other great launch titles because I plan on picking one up on day one.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on January 11, 2017, 11:10:15 am
I'm still pretty optimistic about this. I'm not a Zelda fan at all, so I'm hoping for some other great launch titles because I plan on picking one up on day one.
Ugh, is it really at 10pm CST?
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: turf on January 11, 2017, 11:27:45 am
I'm still pretty optimistic about this. I'm not a Zelda fan at all, so I'm hoping for some other great launch titles because I plan on picking one up on day one.
Ugh, is it really at 10pm CST?

Yep.  I'll be watching it!
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on January 11, 2017, 11:52:37 am
I'm still pretty optimistic about this. I'm not a Zelda fan at all, so I'm hoping for some other great launch titles because I plan on picking one up on day one.
Ugh, is it really at 10pm CST?

Yep.  I'll be watching it!

But wait a minute, turf. What ever will you be doing before 10PM CT?
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: turf on January 11, 2017, 12:01:17 pm
I'm still pretty optimistic about this. I'm not a Zelda fan at all, so I'm hoping for some other great launch titles because I plan on picking one up on day one.
Ugh, is it really at 10pm CST?

Yep.  I'll be watching it!

But wait a minute, turf. What ever will you be doing before 10PM CT?

Funny you should ask! 
I'll be joining two crazy cats in an hour long weekly podcast entitled Our Parents' Basement (OPB if you're nasty  ;) ). 
It'll be starting at 9:30et/6:30pt.  You should check it out!  I'll even give you a link to the YouTube channel!

Our Parents' Basement Podcast on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCukoQ8WMofshYHPtMJSf3Ng)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: bikingjahuty on January 11, 2017, 11:55:05 pm
I'm really hoping that Gamestop decides to wait until Saturday morning or later to open up preorders. If they go live Friday morning following the conference, I'll be SOL getting a preorder on one, which will likely mean I'll be SOL getting one period.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on January 12, 2017, 01:12:04 am
I'm really hoping that Gamestop decides to wait until Saturday morning or later to open up preorders. If they go live Friday morning following the conference, I'll be SOL getting a preorder on one, which will likely mean I'll be SOL getting one period.

I'm assuming online orders will happen at some point and I'm just going to do it from Best Buy with it shipping to my store.  I get a lot of points from that and any games I buy I get points and cut off nearly 15 bucks for each one.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on January 12, 2017, 08:36:55 am
I usually get my consoles from Costco since they do a lifetime guarantee, but I'm not willing to sit outside of a Costco waiting like a fool, so it's either Amazon or BB for me.  Gotta get that 5-6% back.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: turf on January 12, 2017, 09:46:53 am
I'm really hoping that Gamestop decides to wait until Saturday morning or later to open up preorders. If they go live Friday morning following the conference, I'll be SOL getting a preorder on one, which will likely mean I'll be SOL getting one period.

The manager at my local GameStop called me yesterday.  They got an email saying preorders open on Friday when they open.  I need to be there at 10.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: bikingjahuty on January 12, 2017, 10:11:50 am
I'm really hoping that Gamestop decides to wait until Saturday morning or later to open up preorders. If they go live Friday morning following the conference, I'll be SOL getting a preorder on one, which will likely mean I'll be SOL getting one period.

The manager at my local GameStop called me yesterday.  They got an email saying preorders open on Friday when they open.  I need to be there at 10.


Count of being there at 3 or 4am if you plan on getting one. I had to get to Gamestop at 4am to get my PS3 when preorders went live. The Gamestop I went to only got 5 on Launch which was pretty standard at all of them around my area.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on January 12, 2017, 10:13:44 am
You really think folks will be lining up that early for one?

I'll probably just do my pre-order online if I like what I see tonight.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: bikingjahuty on January 12, 2017, 10:19:55 am
You really think folks will be lining up that early for one?

I'll probably just do my pre-order online if I like what I see tonight.


Only thing with online preorders is that typically when they go up people lose their minds and DDoS the website or page temporarily while everyone tries desperately to preorder/purchase the item. Maybe its my internet connection, but I am always SOL when this happens. While it does suck I am planning on camping to get one just to be on the safe side.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: turf on January 12, 2017, 04:18:39 pm
I'm really hoping that Gamestop decides to wait until Saturday morning or later to open up preorders. If they go live Friday morning following the conference, I'll be SOL getting a preorder on one, which will likely mean I'll be SOL getting one period.

The manager at my local GameStop called me yesterday.  They got an email saying preorders open on Friday when they open.  I need to be there at 10.


Count of being there at 3 or 4am if you plan on getting one. I had to get to Gamestop at 4am to get my PS3 when preorders went live. The Gamestop I went to only got 5 on Launch which was pretty standard at all of them around my area.

If there's a line, I'll just wait to get one.  I'm going to say that I'll be good since he gave me a call.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: rayne315 on January 12, 2017, 06:17:15 pm
ill be going in tomorrow for the pre-order as well. unsure of if ill actually pick it up immediately or not though. just depends on what happens in the future
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: redblaze57 on January 12, 2017, 10:29:23 pm
Just going to share this here
https://twitter.com/devolverdigital/status/819740297521430529
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: fighterpilot562 on January 12, 2017, 10:32:06 pm
my body is ready!
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: turf on January 12, 2017, 10:47:53 pm
Live Stream of the Switch Reveal. Enjoy the excitement with us!

youtu.be/ouZtPE9zbLc (http://youtu.be/ouZtPE9zbLc)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: NickAwesome on January 13, 2017, 12:18:01 am
That press conference was disastrous but console looks like it has potential. 

http://www.nintendo.com/switch/buy-now/

Those controllers are way overpriced though. 
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: soera on January 13, 2017, 12:22:48 am
My first impression is actually better than I expected. The ARMS game looks really fun to play. Super stoked to see DQ X/XI/Heroes I &II going to be on there. Breath of the wild being a launch title is a good thing.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: davifus on January 13, 2017, 01:00:51 am
Got my preorder in from bestbuy and with midnight release for it too.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: badATchaos on January 13, 2017, 01:01:23 am
That press conference was disastrous but console looks like it has potential. 
http://www.nintendo.com/switch/buy-now/
Those controllers are way overpriced though.

lol i know. 70 dollars for the pro? fuck me
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on January 13, 2017, 01:18:22 am
The event was exactly what I was expecting, so I'm great.  I got my Zelda at launch, and it's getting a sick collector's edition, and I got a price I expected (Those accessories are crazy priced), and we are getting what seems like a proper online service.  I'm good.  That Mario Odyssey reveal blew me away and I'm so happy for it.  I wasn't expecting a return to Super Mario 64/Sunshine.  Xenoblade 2 has possibilities, though I hope its a lot better than Chronicles X, I didn't particularly like that game.  More RPG, less MMO.  Splatoon 2 is great looking, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe I'll buy.

The event was fine, it was clearly more of a shareholders meeting than a direct, so it was okay.  It wasn't bad at all, certainly not like Square Enix bad like it was before, but this wasn't their "Nintendo Direct" I wouldn't be surprised if we get another event in like a month before the Switch releases that's just all about the games, though the Treehouse this weekend will be showing off lots of games, like the new Ultra Street Fighter 2 and more.

*EDIT*
Very interested to get Breath of the Wild more than I ever was before.  Talk of "Calamity Ganon" and "Ashes of Hyrule" and that apparently Link has been asleep for a century, so he couldn't beat Ganon then, but is kept safe till he has a chance, which is seemingly after a Ganon victory perhaps.  Can't wait to play the game and I already have the Master Edition pre-ordered on Amazon.  20% off with Prime makes that big bundle much more realistic.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: redblaze57 on January 13, 2017, 06:20:02 am
Wait... What, wut, WHAT?!?!?!?!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rRxBcvobpc

Also *freaks out* OH MY GOD FIRE EMBLEM WARRIORS, NO MORE HEROES, XENOBLADE 2, AND SPLATOON 2 ON TOP OF ZELDA... *casually* I'm sold
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kmacdw on January 13, 2017, 06:49:32 am
The Pros:

The Indifferences:

The Cons:
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: redblaze57 on January 13, 2017, 07:25:28 am
Remember this was mostly towards the Japanese audience so I imagine we'll heare more about sports ball at the tree house event today
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on January 13, 2017, 08:11:37 am
Is I am Setsuna going to be physical?

EDIT: I enjoyed the show, especially some of the outfits those guys were wearing. But, I'm not going to pre-order the system. The launch titles aren't wowing me (that Arms game...yikes) and I have hours of other games to finish. So, yeah. I look forward to getting one after some other games get released. I like how they teased a Shin Megami Tensei (Switch Megami Tensei?) while I'm neck-deep in Nocturne. That's going to be fun.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on January 13, 2017, 08:53:30 am
I'm pretty hyped for everything except FIFA.

I nearly cried when I saw this  (T.T)

https://twitter.com/Wario64/status/819792285088911360

I flipped my shit when they said Fire Emblem Warriors.  That is my most hyped game.  I want that more than I want BotW.

As uninteresting as so much stuff can be, I'm hyped for the system, same as I was hyped for the Wii and Wii U.  *shrug* I really really liked the Wii and Wii U.  But I dig the waggle wand.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: Warmsignal on January 13, 2017, 09:09:18 am
So the presentation pretty much was disgraceful, imo. Looks like another under-powered party game system where they've payed off a few select devs to make some exclusive content for it later on. They're offering up nothing but a held back Wii U title at launch, and not much else from themselves on the horizon. Gradually, we'll come to the realization that 3rd parties aren't going to support this thing and then Nintendo might just withdraw from hardware finally. Disappointed, but not surprised.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: redblaze57 on January 13, 2017, 10:09:29 am
So apparently ARMS doesn't require motion controls and you can play it with traditional buttons. Personally I can see this game being a good budget title.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: rayne315 on January 13, 2017, 10:31:49 am
so I didn't see the presentation and Nintendo's site has some conflicting information soooo.... What all are the release title?
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: azure on January 13, 2017, 11:27:45 am
Lots of awesome reveals. Hope this system delivers. I never get a console day one so I'm eager to see how it turns out. After the new SMT and SUDA51 coming on stage I was sold.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on January 13, 2017, 11:59:13 am
Remember this was mostly towards the Japanese audience so I imagine we'll heare more about sports ball at the tree house event today

And not just Japanese, but certainly almost more shareholders as there were a lot of suits in the audience and the audience was completely quiet lol.  Like they spent so long on 1 2 Switch and Arms, but didn't show off the trailer for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.  I think we'll get a more proper fun presentation soon, maybe middle of next month to build up hype for releases as things like Arms doesn't even have a date right now with Reggie and Bill and Miyamoto.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: turf on January 13, 2017, 12:15:58 pm
My Switch is preordered!
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: realpoketendonl on January 13, 2017, 12:28:08 pm
I am more hyped than ever for this thing now! I'm not pre-ordering one now, mainly because I have to save up money to go on vacation this summer, but I'm definitely planning on getting it in time for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe!
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: redblaze57 on January 13, 2017, 12:39:15 pm
Pre-ordered
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on January 13, 2017, 01:13:40 pm
Still hyped over here, as always.

My wife really likes how ARMS looks.  I think 1,2 Switch would be fun for kids and quick to play.  Fire Emblem Warriors has me all excited.  I'm hearing some rumors that BotW will run better on Wii U than Switch but that's based on some performance issues folks are noticing at the demos.  So much goodness going on.

Allegedly the Switch will be at PAX South in a few weeks, so I'm gonna have some fun.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: telly on January 13, 2017, 01:16:11 pm
What did you guys think about the Super Mario Odyssey trailer? That game looks awesome!
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on January 13, 2017, 01:17:26 pm
What did you guys think about the Super Mario Odyssey trailer? That game looks awesome!
My wife didn't like the eyes on the hat and she thought that Mario in NYC with normal people was weird.

I think it looks like a good successor to SM64/Sunshine... but I also don't like Mario in NYC with normal people.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on January 13, 2017, 01:20:59 pm
Also, to confirm some things if they weren't mentioned before.

Nintendo Online service is FREE from launch until Fall 2017, allows you to demo the service basically without having to pay.  Great opportunity for Nintendo to prove themselves.  No reason not to try if you have the console during that window.

Nintendo Online service will go paid, and will provide users with 1 NES or SNES game every month.  Presumably not your choice.  You WILL lose access to the game at the end of the month.  Basically a 30 day rental of a NES or SNES game.

There will be a Nintendo Direct next week on the 18th for Fire Emblem Warriors.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: throughtheiris56 on January 13, 2017, 01:21:40 pm
Looks pretty good. For me the launch line up isn't so important, but arguably the biggest titles: Zelda, Splatoon and Mario are well spaced out. Speaking of which, I am a lot more interested in Zelda after that trailer. Price isn't too bad at under £300, however the accessories are too expensive, especially the pro controller. Having to pay for online is a pain in the ass, especially for Splatoon, however the improvements could mean it's worth it, especially if it's cheaper than PS+ and XBL. It seems they're doing a decent job of appealing to everyone. Stuff like 1 2 Switch and Arms should make for good party games for families, FIFA for casual gamers, and stuff like Mario and Zelda for "hardcore" gamers. Battery life isn't TOO bad. Remember the lowest lifetime is for the most demanding games, and a lot of the time you'll probably be able to make it to a charging point before it runs out.

I very much doubt I'll get it any time near launch, but I am interested.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: throughtheiris56 on January 13, 2017, 01:23:51 pm
What did you guys think about the Super Mario Odyssey trailer? That game looks awesome!

Gameplay wise it looks really good, feels like the big 3D Mario games we've been waiting for. Also the levels themselves look beautiful. However I'm not a fan of the realistic setting, which looks to be a hub world. Also the graphics don't look great, it feels like a fan made project in Unreal.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on January 13, 2017, 01:28:37 pm
(http://scontent-lax3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t34.0-12/16111935_1258464514245789_1597836202_n.gif?oh=ef5f0817d29e3ed7be2f4468b87b3e20&oe=587AEE31)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: telly on January 13, 2017, 01:29:51 pm
When I saw Mario in NYC I got mad Sonic 06 vibes not gonna lie  :o
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: davifus on January 13, 2017, 02:36:39 pm
Did anybody get a extra order for The Legend of Zelda Breath of Wild Masters Edition ? I'm super salty I missed it this morning when I ordered the Limited edition instead.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: burningdoom on January 13, 2017, 02:39:57 pm
You guys are ballsy pre-ordering before the presentation.

I'm waiting to see what they're offering, first. My Wii U collection is quite small, due to it's small library, and I feel a little screwed over being an early-adopter of the Wii U.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kashell on January 13, 2017, 02:53:49 pm
Before the presentation?
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: burningdoom on January 13, 2017, 03:00:39 pm
Isn't it tonight? The ad I saw said the 13th:

(http://oi63.tinypic.com/2qbbrc5.jpg)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: redblaze57 on January 13, 2017, 03:03:25 pm
Isn't it tonight? The ad I saw said the 13th:

(http://oi63.tinypic.com/2qbbrc5.jpg)

It was last night
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: soera on January 13, 2017, 03:15:26 pm
Did anybody get a extra order for The Legend of Zelda Breath of Wild Masters Edition ? I'm super salty I missed it this morning when I ordered the Limited edition instead.

They didnt set this up very well. Apparently the master edition was only available online. By the time my Gamestop opened and I found out, it was already sold out.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on January 13, 2017, 03:16:47 pm
Did anybody get a extra order for The Legend of Zelda Breath of Wild Masters Edition ? I'm super salty I missed it this morning when I ordered the Limited edition instead.
I have an extra, but I paid $150 because express shipping.

I hear that Gamestops still have in store pre-orders, so you may want to give that a try.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: davifus on January 13, 2017, 03:28:03 pm
Did anybody get a extra order for The Legend of Zelda Breath of Wild Masters Edition ? I'm super salty I missed it this morning when I ordered the Limited edition instead.
I have an extra, but I paid $150 because express shipping.

I hear that Gamestops still have in store pre-orders, so you may want to give that a try.

Did anybody get a extra order for The Legend of Zelda Breath of Wild Masters Edition ? I'm super salty I missed it this morning when I ordered the Limited edition instead.

They didnt set this up very well. Apparently the master edition was only available online. By the time my Gamestop opened and I found out, it was already sold out.

I'm current at work, so I most likely wont be able to go in and get instore preorder. Well in the off chance I do miss and they dont sell anymore preorder would the extra be for sale?

Yeah, I heard some places like bestbuy will restock but they dont know the time frame. I just hope my job doesnt collide with it. I really want to avoid another FFXV Ultimate Edition Fiasco.

Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on January 13, 2017, 03:36:03 pm
What did you guys think about the Super Mario Odyssey trailer? That game looks awesome!

Exactly what I was wanting. A return to a proper sandbox game in the style of Super Mario 64 and Sunshine, I've been waiting GENERATIONS for this to happen lol
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: burningdoom on January 13, 2017, 03:44:21 pm
Isn't it tonight? The ad I saw said the 13th:

(http://oi63.tinypic.com/2qbbrc5.jpg)

It was last night

Oh.  :-[

Well then, carry on.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: tpugmire on January 13, 2017, 03:51:43 pm
I tried to preorder the master edition this morning, but my GameStop said that they couldn't do preorders for it yet. Now I find it was apparently online only so far.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: argyle on January 13, 2017, 03:56:15 pm
What did you guys think about the Super Mario Odyssey trailer? That game looks awesome!

Exactly what I was wanting. A return to a proper sandbox game in the style of Super Mario 64 and Sunshine, I've been waiting GENERATIONS for this to happen lol

First Mario game I've really been excited about since Sunshine. It was a very pleasant surprise for me. :)

Glad to hear Arms doesn't require motion controls, because I can see it being fun in the same way Punch-Out is without them. Art style on that one looks great.

Was kinda shocked that 1, 2 Switch isn't a pack-in, because it looks super gimmicky. Can't see it selling that well on its own, but what do I know?

Fire Emblem Warriors, Xenoblade 2 and a new SMT were all great surprises for me. I question whether or not SMT will end up being exclusive, and I'd get it on the PS4 if that ends up being an option. Regardless, the other 2 obviously are exclusive and both should be great.

No sign of the rumored Pokemon port, but I guess they gotta hold a few things back for later announcements (E3, etc.). Also keep hoping against hope for that Metroid announcement. Jerk DJ was even mixing in some Metroid music before the presentation started!  ::)

Was also hoping that Smash Bros. deluxe port rumor would be confirmed. I'm a very casual fan of the series, not enough to drop the (IMO) high prices they want for the DLC characters - so the idea of having a version of the game with all of them included is very appealing to me.

Overall I came away happy. Got my system preorderd along with Zelda. Salty that the Master Edition went so fast, but what can you do?
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on January 13, 2017, 04:26:09 pm
The only game that disappointed me was the Fire Emblem Warriors.  I was excited for something new as I love Hyrule Warriors, but I don't care about Fire Emblem at all.  Only Fire Emblem game I've played, isn't a Fire Emblem game with Tokyo Mirage Sessions lol

It just seems like a  kinda generic looking fantasy world, but maybe I'm wrong.  Maybe the direct for it next week will pull me in, I'm sure it'll play fine, but a lot of what sold me on Hyrule Warriors, was loving Zelda.  In comparison, I tried to play Dragon Quest Heroes, which I don't think plays as good and I don't care about Dragon Quest.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: davifus on January 13, 2017, 04:40:02 pm
Anybody know If super bomberman R is a digital only game or is there any physical version for it? It's part of the launch title but I dont see any for sale.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: rayne315 on January 13, 2017, 04:42:42 pm
Anybody know If super bomberman R is a digital only game or is there any physical version for it? It's part of the launch title but I dont see any for sale.

I hope it gets a physical release. it would be pretty piss poor if a console with only 32gb of memory launched with digital only launch titles.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: DreamsDied13101 on January 13, 2017, 04:42:58 pm
As a fan of video games I was excited. Looking at the Switch as an analyst I see Nintendo is going to fail another console generation.

1. Online service still not ready
2. Launch titles are weak (which may lead to cancellations of future titles as sales grow stagnant)
3. Too many ports and not enough must haves. (Do we really need Dragon Quest Heroes and Fire Emblem Heroes?)
4. Nintendo still thinks they can capture the casual audience they garnered with the Wii
5. No focused marketing outside of Japan
6. Angry Wii U owners will wait and will probably stay away as they see slow sales and support
7. No media support mentioned. Chances are it will still not handle movies, music, or other media sources.
8. An old port is the only West title featured. (Skyrim)
9. For a company that makes most of their revenue from families and children they failed to have anything appealing at launch.
10.  Nintendo is competing with itself for the handheld market.  Switch vs 3ds.  With average consumers it is cannibalising it's own market.
11. Storage space seriously lacking for the current generation. 
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: gf78 on January 13, 2017, 04:58:29 pm
I'm happy for those eagerly wanting this system. That being said, I'm taking a pass. My reasons range from the system being overpriced with no packed-in  game to a focus yet again on a gimmicks. I have no interest in a bulky portable with poor battery life, nor a system devoid of 3rd party games that interest me with less power than the vanilla PS4 and Xbone.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: ignition365 on January 13, 2017, 05:00:36 pm
(Do we really need Fire Emblem Heroes?)
Thems are fighting words, friend.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: DreamsDied13101 on January 13, 2017, 05:06:18 pm
(Do we really need Fire Emblem Heroes?)
Thems are fighting words, friend.

Dragon Quest and Fire Emblem Heroes looks to similar to me. I would have loved to see a new Fire Emblem game on Switch or perhaps they take another franchise and do the Musou treatment. Like Wario Warriors, Famicom Wars Heroes, Metroid Musou!
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on January 13, 2017, 05:10:47 pm
(Do we really need Fire Emblem Heroes?)
Thems are fighting words, friend.

Dragon Quest and Fire Emblem Heroes looks to similar to me. I would have loved to see a new Fire Emblem game on Switch or perhaps they take another franchise and do the Musou treatment. Like Wario Warriors, Famicom Wars Heroes, Metroid Musou!

Well we don't even have Fire Emblem footage yet, so it's not like you can compare them lol I don't really know either games enough, but Fire Emblem has a vastly different style from the cartoonish Toriyama style of Dragon Quest.  I've seen a lot of Fire Emblem fans are pretty stoked for this game, which is great for them.  I got my Hyrule Warriors, they can have their Fire Emblem Warriors lol
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: DreamsDied13101 on January 13, 2017, 05:26:50 pm
It showed a blurry hand grabbing a sword. Might as well have been Luceus.  :)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: soera on January 13, 2017, 05:37:34 pm
I need Fire emblem warriors and all DQ games!
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: kamikazekeeg on January 13, 2017, 05:38:08 pm
It showed a blurry hand grabbing a sword. Might as well have been Luceus.  :)

You can't compare anything with that lol
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: abe on January 13, 2017, 05:46:23 pm
Yay for Fire Emblem and Disgaea stuff on the Switch! The launch lineup isn't the best, but the titles planned for release over the next year look pretty solid. :)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: tpugmire on January 13, 2017, 05:52:55 pm
I think 1,2 Switch looks like it could be a lot of fun as a drinking game. I'm actually kinda excited for it.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: DreamsDied13101 on January 13, 2017, 06:06:05 pm
Anyone read what is different about Dragon Quest Heroes yet? I heard there may be a new character for the Switch version.

I think the game that excites me the most is Project Octopath Traveler. The name is a mess though.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: davifus on January 13, 2017, 07:17:59 pm
(Do we really need Fire Emblem Heroes?)
Thems are fighting words, friend.

(https://cdn.meme.am/cache/images/folder122/11111122.jpg)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: DreamsDied13101 on January 13, 2017, 08:24:25 pm
Fire Emblem Waifu Warriors Nintendo Direct scheduled for January.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: redblaze57 on January 13, 2017, 09:30:56 pm
Fire Emblem Waifu Warriors Nintendo Direct scheduled for January.
When the only actual character shown was Chrom
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: abe on January 13, 2017, 09:37:23 pm
Fire Emblem Husbando Warriors Nintendo Direct scheduled for January.
When the only actual character shown was Chrom

Ftfy ;)
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: burningdoom on January 14, 2017, 12:48:56 am
So after the presentation my take-away is that the concept itself for the console is awesome. But the game line-up just doesn't have me excited enough.

The 4 games I'm excited the most about I can already get or will get on my XBox One, Wii U, or 3DS: Skyrim Remastered, Sonic Mania, LoZ: Breath of the Wild, and Dragon Quest XI.

Maybe if any of those were exclusives, they would have wooed me as an early adopter. But for now, I'm just gonna sit on the sidelines and wait and see what happens, and see if any must-have titles pop-up on it for me. I'll just keep Nintendo-ing on with my Wii U and 3DS XL for now.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: DreamsDied13101 on January 14, 2017, 02:34:16 am
Burning Doom - in 2030 when Nintendo is finally pulling itself out of near obscurity and releasing It's first significant Mario game in the past 10 years on the Wireless Holo-Individualizer; we will blame you for the 12 years that we cried through. You will support the Switch! Sell all your earthly possessions and follow and obey the Switch.

You already own a Wii U? You have done your part, soldier. You were on the battle field with us during the darkest of days.
Title: Re: The Nintendo Switch (Formerly NX) - March 2017
Post by: silversyx on January 25, 2017, 12:09:48 pm
Burning Doom - in 2030 when Nintendo is finally pulling itself out of near obscurity and releasing It's first significant Mario game in the past 10 years on the Wireless Holo-Individualizer; we will blame you for the 12 years that we cried through. You will support the Switch! Sell all your earthly possessions and follow and obey the Switch.

You already own a Wii U? You have done your part, soldier. You were on the battle field with us during the darkest of days.

Amen