Posted March 2, 2017 (edited) Taken from gaf Eureka, they got this bit right. That's not too bad then. They got the most important bit right at least. It's only a little less convenient than before in that case. Edit: Friend request image... Edited March 2, 2017 by Dcubed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 Yeah, seems fine. Given they let you change usernames could this be why you can't add people that way, as it confuses things? Maybe that's the reason Sony don't want you changing your PSN name. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 (edited) Nah, I agree with clownferret. Friend codes are an inconvenience to be sure and it is telling that Nintendo arent really listening to its fans in this regard - but is it news worthy of going all DEFCON1 over? I'd say not, but it is an annoyance. Edited March 2, 2017 by Rummy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 Yeah, seems fine. Given they let you change usernames could this be why you can't add people that way, as it confuses things? Maybe that's the reason Sony don't want you changing your PSN name. If it's built on a decent data structure the username should be a public variable tied to a private unique identifier. Although I have no idea why you can't change your PSN name. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 (edited) Nah, I agree with clownferret. Friend codes are an inconvenience to be sure and it is telling that Nintendo arent really listening to its fans in this regard - but is it news worthy of going all DEFCON1 over? I'd say not, but it is an annoyance. It most defiantly is when the President and COO of Nintendo of America said friend codes would not be a thing on the Switch. Why did he say that. There is no defense possible once the president of the company says one thing and then the company do something different. With the the Wii U Reggie claimed third party games at launch would look and perform best on the wii u. Does this guy never get tired of lying? Edited March 2, 2017 by liger05 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 Nah, I agree with clownferret. Friend codes are an inconvenience to be sure and it is telling that Nintendo arent really listening to its fans in this regard - but is it news worthy of going all DEFCON1 over? I'd say not, but it is an annoyance. If it was like how it was on 3DS, then yes I'd get upset about it because it's crap (and Wii/DS is basically totally unusable), but this isn't bad. It's the same as on Wii U, just with a number instead of a username. Plus there are other options too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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Posted March 2, 2017 It most defiantly is when the President and COO of Nintendo of America said friend codes would not be a thing on the Switch. Why did he say that. There is no defense possible once the president of the company says one thing and then the company do something different. With the the Wii U Reggie claimed third party games at launch would look and perform best on the wii u. Does this guy never get tired of lying? We know Reggie lies... businesses lie. Its hardly surprising. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 (edited) [tweet]837294748830314498[/tweet] Nice!!! Good to know. This is what I was waiting to know. Edited March 2, 2017 by liger05 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 I honestly don't even care that there are Friend Codes.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 Nice!!! Good to know. Indeed. I'm still getting a second one (for multiplayer testing), but that is fantastic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 Shame the pound is so shit these days. Would of made some great savings buying from the US and Japanese stores. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 (edited) Nice!!! Good to know. This is what I was waiting to know. She also confirmed that her UK account could be used to play downloaded JPN games and that DLC has to match the region of the game (so UK BOTW can't use JPN DLC for example). So it's just like how it is on PS4. UK debit cards also seem to work on the US and JPN stores with no issues. Great to hear! No BS, no fuss. No 50hz VC games for me! Edited March 2, 2017 by Dcubed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 Well my shopto switch is coming.... Nintendo have let me down on their switch and zelda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 You can change an account's region without restrictions, but you can't do so until that account has zero balance remaining in its wallet. So if you just want to have one account, you can do so. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 (edited) Left Joycon issue reported to still persist after the recently issued patch. Tomorrow is going to be a huge test to see just how prevalent this issue is. Could be a small number, could be a flaw in the design, good thing the hybrid nature of the console means you don't have to recall the entire unit if the issue is the latter. EDIT: Some people are reporting that it's been somewhat improved so looks like this is still up in the air! Edited March 2, 2017 by Debug Mode Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 This is what I was waiting to know. This is great news! In other great news, I just got confirmation that my Switch is ready for pick up tomorrow at 10AM, and at a 20% discount! Tomorrow is shaping up to be a really, really good day. Time to swap friend codes... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 You can change an account's region without restrictions, but you can't do so until that account has zero balance remaining in its wallet. So if you just want to have one account, you can do so. That's pretty cool if you just want the one account. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 @Shorty I believe Game in town has still some copies left of Zelda and possibly the Switch. May be worth enquiring and going to the midnight launch? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 Looks like NUK orders are shipping out Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1349149 Ooh! You can get My Nintendo gold coins from retail Switch games! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 My money has been earmarked from my account but at this late stage my order status is still 'unshipped'.. I'm starting to get the feeling I may not even have the Switch this weekend Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 I'm also getting a bit concerned by the posts on GAF. My order says "Standard Delivery" so I'm not sure how they were able to guarantee me launch day delivery earlier this week.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 (edited) Just rang my cc company and checked, the payment is queued and nothing is holding it up, so thats a relief! Just want that magical word to appear on NUK now.... @Shorty I believe Game in town has still some copies left of Zelda and possibly the Switch. May be worth enquiring and going to the midnight launch? Hmmm, nah :p Would rather never have the console than give GAME a penny. Edited March 2, 2017 by Shorty Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted March 2, 2017 Looks like NUK orders are shipping out mine has and says it's arriving tomorrow. Just the Switch and the Pro Controller though, not Zelda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
