Falcon_BlizZACK Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 And the news industry too. When was the last time you picked up a newspaper/watched the news and didn't hear mention of war, murder, sexism, racism, etc.? These are just the times we live in, I'm afraid. I do wish we could say otherwise, but it's not all bad. Anywho, on a cheerier note: if we get GameCube VC games for the Switch, when do you think we'll have this announced? E3? Sure, but I feel we 'core' gamers should know better.
Agent Gibbs Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 Aaaaaaaaaaaand i've caved and pre-ordered it with Nintendo
nekunando Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 Aaaaaaaaaaaand i've caved and pre-ordered it with Nintendo We just can't help ourselves, can we..?
Nicktendo Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 Anywho, on a cheerier note: if we get GameCube VC games for the Switch, when do you think we'll have this announced? E3? I'm 90% certain, going by what I've read on Twitter / neogaf over the past few hours that Fire Emblem GC is going to be announced as the first VC game tonight during the direct. But then again, we all know Nintendo... Personally hoping for a remake.
Pestneb Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 I'm in a plane most of March 2nd, so pretty much 100% unable to pick up a switch. I think that is a good thing for my self control!
Julius Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 I'm 90% certain, going by what I've read on Twitter / neogaf over the past few hours that Fire Emblem GC is going to be announced as the first VC game tonight during the direct. But then again, we all know Nintendo... Personally hoping for a remake. I'd be all for that. Never picked up an FE game myself yet, but planning to change that with the Switch, and if I'm into it, dig back into the DS/3DS games for sure. Ike's my main on every version of Smash I've played so far though, so I'm sure I'd love it :P
Serebii Posted January 18, 2017 Author Posted January 18, 2017 I'm 90% certain, going by what I've read on Twitter / neogaf over the past few hours that Fire Emblem GC is going to be announced as the first VC game tonight during the direct. But then again, we all know Nintendo... Personally hoping for a remake. Wouldn't be a Direct if the Internet didn't go batshit crazy with their predictions and then think them real I'm in a plane most of March 2nd, so pretty much 100% unable to pick up a switch. I think that is a good thing for my self control! But where are you March 3rd? One of us. One of us.
gmac Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 I've ordered my Switch from Nintendo, but won't be in the country when it arrives!
Ike Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 I'm in a plane most of March 2nd, so pretty much 100% unable to pick up a switch. I think that is a good thing for my self control! Get one from the air mall. :p
Clownferret Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 The PS4 controller is an extremely solid pad. The analogue sticks crumble, the shoulder buttons fail and on one of mine the touchpad sticks. They are without doubt the poorest quality 1st party controller I've ever had.
Julius Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 That FE Direct got me pumped even more for the Switch. A game confirmed for this year and next. It's almost like they've learned a lesson from the Wii U :P But seriously, Warriors being on the Switch and N3DS was totally unexpected, but come to think of it, it does make sense. For example, Pokémon Sun and Moon were catalogued as having much more rendering issues on the 2/3DS when compared with the N3DS line. Could Stars be our first cross-platform main series game with a Switch and N3DS release? I'm sure it would certainly appease fans who aren't at all too keen to jump onto the Switch just yet. Now time to wait for the next Direct announcement; hoping they play the lead-up (and post-release) of the Switch like how Sun and Moon were handled. A large mixture of Directs, trailers and announcements would be great for both Nintendo and fans alike, so all eyes crossed on that one!
Clownferret Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 Clearly important enough for them to change the design this time round. They changed the layout for Switch because both Joycons had to have the same configuration when being used as individual controllers. There is no wrong or right layout, different layouts suite different games. The Wii U Pro controller is best suited for shooters as you mostly use both sticks and shoulder buttons. Just out of interest what are your views on the position of the left analogue stick on Dualshocks?
Retro_Link Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 Sorry to weigh in on the controller talk so late, but thb the prospect of buying a DS4 and a Pro Controller don't even compare. The DS4 is the only controller you need for the PS4, and it comes bundled with one. Want a second one for a friend, then yeah pay whatever price you can find for one. With the Switch if you want a traditional controller you have to pay for it, again at whatever price you can find. It's a different situation. It's an expensive additional - necessary - purchase for some.
Ike Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 With the Switch if you want a traditional controller you have to pay for it, again at whatever price you can find. It's a different situation. It's an expensive additional - necessary - purchase for some. You don't need the Pro controller for Switch either though. Edit: I mean to say the JoyCons work as a traditional controller just as well.
khilafah Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 You don't need the Pro controller for Switch either though. You will for any 2D fighting game
Ike Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 You will for any 2D fighting game Yeah, I guess so. :P Hopefully they will release a seperate Joycon with a better dpad.
Ronnie Posted January 18, 2017 Posted January 18, 2017 The DS4 is the only controller you need for the PS4 The joy-cons + grip is the only controller you need for Switch. Having an optional extra isn't a bad thing. I bought a second DS4 for two player gaming, just like I'll buy a Switch Pro controller for near enough the same price.
Julius Posted January 19, 2017 Posted January 19, 2017 And here's an excellent read by Chris Kohler (WIRED) on why the Switch is more for Nintendo fans than it is anyone else. Have to say, it's a great article, and it's hard to disagree.
liger05 Posted January 19, 2017 Posted January 19, 2017 If Tekken 7 gets released and injustice 2 I'll get that hori arcade stick.
dazzybee Posted January 19, 2017 Posted January 19, 2017 That Reggie I get Kew was great, I'm more and more sold on the switch each day and the idea of an ultra powered handheld is sinking more, fire emblem warriors THIS YEAR, a new proper fire emblem on switch next year. Come in here to see the pages of chat about it all and we get mainly bitching about controller prices, build quality and hd rumble... great... Anyways. Great to see more people buckling. Though game orders I wouldn't expect at launch. I'm back to thinking the switch is going to be utterly incredible and Nintendo are really going to go apeshit on the games!! If Tekken 7 gets released and injustice 2 I'll get that hori arcade stick. When are they due out? Injustice came to Wii u, so surely 2 will come!!
Sheikah Posted January 19, 2017 Posted January 19, 2017 (edited) They changed the layout for Switch because both Joycons had to have the same configuration when being used as individual controllers.There is no wrong or right layout, different layouts suite different games. The Wii U Pro controller is best suited for shooters as you mostly use both sticks and shoulder buttons. Just out of interest what are your views on the position of the left analogue stick on Dualshocks? Nothing to do with the joy-cons, this is the Switch Pro controller we're talking about. They could have done whatever they wanted basically. Sticks below buttons always in my opinion - makes buttons much more accessible. Whenever you get the left stick above the D-pad the D-pad tends to be a bit shit. Edited January 19, 2017 by Sheikah
Ronnie Posted January 19, 2017 Posted January 19, 2017 Nothing to do with the joy-cons, this is the Switch Pro controller we're talking about. They could have done whatever they wanted basically. No they couldn't. You can't have the right joy-con one configuration and the Pro controller another. They have to be the same.
Pestneb Posted January 19, 2017 Posted January 19, 2017 (edited) Wouldn't be a Direct if the Internet didn't go batshit crazy with their predictions and then think them real But where are you March 3rd? One of us. One of us. I won't be home and haven't a clue where I would find one. I won't be in the US, EU or Japan, so I imagine not having a pre-order means I haven't got a chance It is a shame because the plane journey would have been a good opportunity to use it. Actually one of the biggest system seller for me (currently) is a port of a 1997 PC game, if more of those come out I'm not sure I'll be able to resist for too long. I always felt the Wii U was a missed opportunity for games like constructor. Zelda being on both switch and Wii U is probably going to have the same effect on me as twilight princess... I'll not decide which to get and end up skipping the game altogether. I want to get the game for Wii U, but the actual portability of the switch version has me torn Fact is I have a few upcoming expenses, so buying a Switch isn't really something I want to commit to this year. I know £500 isn't that big a sum of money, but at the same time it is enough to make a difference. It's basically the cost of me going to visit my fiancee, and I'm happier putting the cash towards that for now. In a year or so.... we'll see Edited January 19, 2017 by Pestneb
Blade Posted January 19, 2017 Posted January 19, 2017 But seriously, Warriors being on the Switch and N3DS was totally unexpected, but come to think of it, it does make sense. For example, Pokémon Sun and Moon were catalogued as having much more rendering issues on the 2/3DS when compared with the N3DS line. Could Stars be our first cross-platform main series game with a Switch and N3DS release? I'm sure it would certainly appease fans who aren't at all too keen to jump onto the Switch just yet. I wish FE Warriors was not coming out on 3DS and neither do I want Stars to be. Although, it does make some sense, due to the large install base of the 3DS, I think the more reasons for people to upgrade the better.
Beverage Posted January 19, 2017 Posted January 19, 2017 Nintendo, I know you're reading this as Mr Fils-Aime reminded us that y'all read every comment on big gaming websites. So I tell you that you almost executed glory with the Switch, but your infinite present box within a present box business strategy kept your Switch off of the glorious mark (like how Mrs.What'sHerFace? confessed at one of the E3's whilst representing you that you'll intentionally never satisfy your consumers in order to stay in business milking yo cows). Subjects of concern include Zelda's graphics and it's 2 fold generational leap into the past by forsaking motion control (which you said you cant imagine ever doing after the experiment that be Skyward Sword). Though Breath of The Wild still comes across as pretty good which Zelda's usually are more or less, and it was originally purposed for the Wii U. So I'll keep my eyes peeled for the true Switch Zelda like how Twilight Princess was originally for the Gamecube but ported over to the Wii and later getting SS. Mario Oddesy's concept of him being in locations that he doesn't fit in is a kawaii idea, but again the visuals look a bit empty/bland for my liking. My problem with this and Zelda is that, yes, it's all well & good with the illusions of minor additions to gameplay mechanics (some not welcomed, such as the ridiculously OP slowmo in BoTW which diminishes any taijutsu/strategic challenge), but lack of artistic effort in visuals with a console as powerful as the Switch makes me question genuine creativity in puzzles and sheer adventure. That voice acting in Zelda though! Splatoon and Arms seem like big mini games that should perhaps be squeezed into one game or multiple big minigames. The title, character designs, character names, stages etc etc appear extremely basic. Online servers has costs? Like the Wii and Wiiu? So we must pay for a few basic additions like texting, voice chat, game invites etc etc (quite like what messaging apps offer freely nowadays), but we'll need to download a seperate app presumably for a Wii-Speak-Channel-like experience.... from a seperate device? This app better be available to download via the Switch tablet, smartphones etc and operate more sophisticatedly than it sounds. Just to mention a few. Look, the Switch looks good but I just have a few concerns. I'll hold out until E3 -- or even later -- to see what Switch-kun is all about. Temptations would be an artistic F-Zero, Star Fox / Lylat Wars, Metroid and, new & improved Zelda, Smash Bros (mainly modes like tagging switch style! Multiple types of tournies etc), Mario Kart, new creative IP's, third party games Switchified to demonstrate how motion controlled gaming enriches gaming thus making it the freaking norm cross platform, and a Conduit 3 would be quite the treat. Until then, the Switch can join 3DS and Wiiu in the skip.
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