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We're heading to visit family later today and staying over untill boxing day, and there's five of us going in one car. So we decided to open stuff early so there is less to take. Ollie had had most of his as well (although he prefers my Banjo models, I had to show him the game as he wanted to know more about them). -
I think it's more that he won't be in one place on Christmas Day, so he got the presents from that place today. -
It's the 24th and you're getting stuff now? Like you open one on christmas eve then get the rest the next day? My family doesn't really do that. -
Aw yeah! With Christmas right around the corner, it's time to bust out this thing again. A thing that's totally my idea, and definitely nothing to do with @Jonnas, NOTHING! What were your favourite games released in 2024? What yearly GOTY discussions usually talk about, what were the best 2024 games for you? What were your favourite games played in 2024? Once you include older games you played this year for the first time, what are your favourites? Do they surpass this year's releases? Feel free to include replays and such, it's your opinion. Any 2024 release that you wish you had played? I mean, surely we didn't buy every new game, right? Any game(s) you feel like you missed out on? Answer all of them, or one of them, or none of them and just waste valuable internet space adding nothing of note to the topic! Guess I should go first. Glen's Best 2024 Games 9. Balatro A game that will make you addicted to Poker, according to PEGI, at least. Well, I can't wait to use my newly acquired Poker knowledge to win big with 5 holographic King of Spades! Beautifully simple to learn, yet surprisingly complex to master. Sign of any good game really. Just don't spend too long on the toilet. 8. Lorelei and the Laser Eyes I'm still thinking about this game, you know? It's made quite an impact on me. If I had to describe it, it would be "Resident Evil, but with almost none of the survival horror" (Shout out to @Julius, for no particular reason) Just a ridiculous avalanche of puzzles set in a hotel that has far too many locked doors to be sensible. It's brilliant! Be warned, though, it is a demanding game. Get that notepad and pen ready, you'll need it. 7. Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island A game that actively hates you! Maybe I'm a glutton for punishment, but there's something satisfying about overcoming such ridiculous odds. It definitely scratches that itch that Pokémon Mystery Dungeon has left behind. For real, though, Spike Chunsoft, release a PMD entry in the first 2 years of Switch 2, and you'll sell a bajillion copies! 6. Super Mario Party Jamboree Quite possibly, one of the finest entries in Mario Party history, and there's still 2 boards I haven't played yet. And you know that's possible because Boo is there, attached to skis... somehow. That's the true essence of Mario Party! My only criticism would be that the pace is a tad slower then the other Switch entries, but it's worth it when we've got very cool boards, and by far, the best side modes ever. Koopathalon and Bowser Kaboom Squad are loads of fun, and it runs like a dream online! I can't believe the 20 player minigames run so well! So you know, if any of you have this, do hit me up. Always up for a game. 5. Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake OK Japan, I get it. I get why this game was such a huge deal in the late 80's. This game is so influential, even Zelda ripped it off! It's definitely simplistic these days, even by Dragon Quest standards. But well, it's Dragon Quest! Simple is the whole point of it! Sometimes you just need a good, straightforward, traditional RPG. And sometimes that good, straightforward, traditional RPG needs to be given a gorgeous HD-2D makeover. Take notes, Final Fantasy, this is how you do a Pixel Remaster. 4. Mario & Luigi: Brothership Lunging in the other direction as far as visual styles go, the new Mario & Luigi (Which is surreal to be typing in 2024) foregoes pixel art, for full 3D models, and it nails the landing impeccably. Right up there with Wonder Boy and PMD as one of the best looking games on Switch. I'd write more, but I'm waiting for my N-E review to go up. 3. Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore Sometimes you can tell when a game is a major passion project. Arzette proves that, yes, the Zelda CD-i games could've been great! It fixes the jank and frustrating level design of the Unholy Triforce, and makes a tight, enjoyable 2D romp. All while preserving the... "style" that the CD-i games are well known for. It's a game that manages to laugh with, and not at, it's source material. Highly recommended, it's better then Echoes of Wisdom. And I'm not even joking! 2. 1000XResist Criminally overlooked. That's the best way to describe this game. OK, the gameplay is admittedly light, but if you're looking for excellent narratives in your video game, then you owe it to yourself to give this a go. Games can be art, and 1000XResist is excellent proof of that. 1. Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Hey look, another criminally overloooked game. Funny that. Almost like you shouldn't take some awards seriously. It was a long time coming, and it was certainly a bumpy road travelled. But the wait was so worth it! This nails pretty much everything I consider a good RPG. It looks gorgeous, the characters are varied and fun, the music is excellent, and the battle system is expertly crafted! There's no such thing as a perfect RPG for me, but this game comes damn near close! Also, you can recreate Romeo and Juliet with a horce racing commentator, a feral dragon, and a Kangaroo with a thick Aussie accent (And he's the best actor!). If that doesn't convince you, nothing will! Honourable Mentions: Some games that I thought were good, but not good enough to be highlighted above are The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, a Zelda game that managed to not put me to sleep, and Princess Peach: Showtime, a decent, if breezy game with a lot of cool ideas. Gonna have to leave it there for now, but I will be back with the games from previous years that I only got around to playing in 2024.
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Even the Grunty's Revenge transformations are there? That's proper commitment! Like you said though. It's early, will have to get back to you on that.
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