VideoGame_Discussion

ErickRPG wrote:

Check out some more footage, man. It is sooo much more than they showed at E3.

@Heavyd814life you playing?

Yeah, I've played it for about 3 hours. Really enjoying it so far. It's a blend of a lot of different genres, but it all works really well. It's also quite challenging. I'll definitely be playing a lot of it this weekend.

gosh darn I dunno if I can wait until Christmas.

Heavyd814life wrote:

I did, it doesn't look bad. It's just a game I don't mind picking up some day when it's $20.

theJaw wrote:

I've done 15 of the 17 floors I can see on the map and expect to beat it this weekend. It's polished and well done but generally very same-y throughout and has very little replayability. Each floor is a new theme but the gameplay doesn't change. If I was playing this by myself I'm not so sure I would have stuck with it this long. But playing co-op with my 6-yr old it's been quite fun and he loves it. I think part of that is because player 2 (who has less health) can die and just immediately respawn. So although I'm doing most of the work he feels like he's contributing.

The controls, while acceptable, are consistently frustrating though. I don't know how to explain it other than 90% of the game is holding down the suck button and just moving the thumbsticks around hoping for the best.

I am enjoying my time with LM3 but to echo above, the replay value is very low. Once I beat the game, I don't see a reason to go back and play it again (maybe this will change if a new mode is introduced once beating it, but doubt it).

Also, I agree about the controls being an issue. Not being able to change the invert look and overall feel, just seems a bit off. I am starting to get the hang of the controls but it still seems off.

The online mode does add a bit of fun and replay value but not enough to keep the game past beating the single player.

Overall, I am enjoying it and would recommend it as it has an old-school Nintendo 64 feel to it, but with the low replay value, I would recommend getting it on-sale and then trading/selling it for another game.

Yeah, but I wouldn't go back and replay LM1 or LM2 either.

Pokemon Sword/Shield have 3.2 and 3.3 user scores on Metacritic. People are being ridiculous over this. It's a shame they have to ruin the scores because they want to be babies over something. I mean sure, if you really dislike what they did, take a point or two off, but it's obviously not a 3.2 game.

Haters gon' hate! I'm looking forward to it even though a part of me still wants to go back and finish Pokemon Y and Ultra Sun on the 3DS, although it's likely I never will since the Switch is life now.

I thought the games only had a few previous Pokemon in them and then the new ones. I was unaware the games contained all from previous games. I haven't played since blue/yellow so I might pick this up at some point.

Anyone here played Earthlock? It's on sale for $5.98. Gonna look at some reviews, but think I'll get it at that price.

SoCalAztec wrote:

The multiplayer mode is definitely a YMMV situation.
Unfortunately that's the only part of the game they're adding DLC to. I haven't played the online multiplayer in LM3 yet, but I played it in the 3DS game with friends on and off for a couple of years even after beating the story mode. It's fun in short bursts.

No one hates Pokémon game as much as people who buy Pokémon games, seems like they're always complaining about something.

I've played beat, and got all 1000 achievements for Earthlock. It was okay, the Switch version fixes a lot of the issues the game had like the absolutely insane difficulty spikes which had you crazy OP until you got to a boss who would kill your whole team in 1 turn. I would say its worth $6. Pretty simplistic but overall an enjoyable game.

dustin11 wrote:

I went ahead and bought it. I don't expect it to be on par with Final Fantasy 7 or anything. Just one of those games I was eyeing for the right price.

So I "beat" Bloodstained with the worst ending, and boy that was a terrible ending. Continued on to get the next ending and holy hell, ran into a boss that is kicking my ass. 2 Bosses so far that were really tough on normal. I'm at 40% on the map. I really hope they can fix the major issues cause this game is pretty fricken awesome.

I feel bad for people having a rough time playing. It's a pretty decent successor to SotN.

I played it for like 2 hours this morning and have so far had no issues at all, so I guess I'm pretty luckly. I"m playing on the X1X so I don't know if that makes a difference or if there were particular consoles which played this game worse than others

dustin11 wrote:

The switch version has terrible performance in several spots. All the other consoles run pretty good

dustin11 wrote:

I will note on PS4, playing on Pro was where I saw no issues, but I heard from slim/OG lots of random crashes. Could be similar on Xbox platform. PC was flawless, can't remember a single crash.

Soon as I heard Switch version had performance issues I wrote that one off, lol. Not even going to entertain the thought of picking it up.

I got to the final FINAL boss in Bloodstained and got smoked so I'm taking a break. I think some of the issues are exaggerated.... looks a bit worse and unpolished, but definitely playable.

Hellblade on Switch is on sale for 14.99 on the eshop... y'all feel like iris worth this price or wait for it to be cheaper?

I played Hellblade on GP and still felt like I paid too much. The game is very good from a technical perspective but it was boring AF and I can't say I enjoyed playing the game at any point in time. There are users on here who enjoyed the game quite a bit, so its one of those things where you either like the game or you hate it. So if you enjoy walking sims where you solve the same puzzle over and over again mixed with very repetitive fighting mechanics with lots of story then you should enjoy this game too. Its on the short side, maybe around 6-8 hours and you'll probably never want to play it again after you beat it.

I had game ending bugs in Hellblade about 3/4 the way through and there's no way I'm gonna restart it. I can't imagine a 2nd playthrough being a fun one.

I had fun with HB. I too played it on GP. I think the narrative was top notch as well as some of the environments looked great. But yeah, the battle system lacks luster and you're basically running/walking from one battle to the next.

I missed a single collectible half way through the game and replayed it again up until that point just to get the last achievement point and it was horrible, way worse than the first playthrough. No stoppable cutscenes either. It was brutal.

loztdogs wrote:

I'm with ya here. I thought the narrative and storytelling was excellent, albeit some mediocre/generic combat sequences.

Other than Animal Crossing in the spring, what other big Nintendo games do we know are definitely coming? Seems like we had a lot to look forward to for a while, but that most of those games have been released by now. I'd say a big Direct is in order!

A direct is definitely in order. All their ones dating back as far as E3 were pretty much only showing stuff that was coming out 2019. Time to start showing that 2020 lineup, including BotW2

I should have added a question, what are y'all most hoping for at this point? Mine is still the same as the last time I posted it in September, except I removed SNES Online, and added 2 ports.

1) Mario Kart 9
2) 2D Zelda - I know we just got the LA remake, but I want something new. Not a remake, not even a re-imagining. I want a brand new 2D Zelda game with no (stupid) gimmicks.
3) Donkey Kong Country 4 - More like the original trilogy, not Returns/Tropical Freeze. I know this is incredibly unlikely, but it's staying on my list anyway.
4) 2D Mario - something new that breaks free from the tired NSMB formula. A 2D Odyssey with Cappy could be great!
5) 3D Mario - either 3D World 2, Galaxy 3, or Odyssey 2.
6) F-Zero
7) Metroid Prime Trilogy
8) DS/3DS Player - something like the GBA Player, but for DS and 3DS games. Not exactly sure how this would work, maybe some add-on to the dock that could communicate with the Switch wirelessly, so the Switch itself would be the controller and bottom screen, and the add-on would display the top screen on the tv. It's not perfect, but I think it could work, and it would be great to be able to play ALL handheld Nintendo games on a TV.
9) Ports of Super Mario 3D World and Yoshi's Woolly World. Then I would have no need to ever return to the Wii U.

I think MP4 may be a 2021 game. They recently were hiring character artists so it sounds like they're kind of early in development.

1. N64 games
2. OOT and TP ports

Splatoon 3 with local multiplayer

whitefire wrote:

These two, a new Waverace, and a new FPS of some kind (not COD/Battlefield).

beavis wrote:

Perfect Dark 2020 for XB1 and Switch! Lol.

whitefire wrote:

I'd be down. Really want a football game but after seeing videos of the latest Madden I'm not so sure I would want that on a Switch.

Power Stone 1 & 2. The creator of those games wants to put it on Switch so not sure what the hold up is.

Scott wrote:

These games might not be big for you but my big games are

SMTFE#encore
Trails of Mana Remake
Xenoblade Remaster
Animal Crossing

My 2020 and beyond Ninty Switch wish list of unannounced games would look something like this...

1) F-Zero (for the love of Buddha, just give us something! The SNES Switch online port isn't enough.)
2) Super Mario Sunshine 2 or Super Mario Galaxy 3
3) Metroid Prime Trilogy
4) N64 and Gamecube games on Switch Online
5) A traditional 2D Donkey Kong Country style game
6) Diddy Kong Racing remake or sequel (with Banjo characters licensed from MS)
7) A traditional 2D Metroid sidescrolling game
8) Earthbound remake or sequel

And I just realized out of my greedy list I might just get 1 thing if I'm lucky...maybe. Heh.

1. Mario Golf Switch
2. Something new from Eternal Darkness (remake or sequel)
3. Switch (Wii) Sports
4. Super Mario Galaxy 3
5. New 2d Metroid or maybe Advanced Wars under $40

1. MP4
2. BOTW2

I'm good otherwise

I guess I didn't put BotW 2 since we know it's definitely coming. But, in that case, I shouldn't have put Metroid Prime 4 on my list either, updated.

1. 2D Mario in the SMW style. This will never leave my list, but I feel like Mario Maker gets rid of this possibility.
2. Legit, new Star Wars game in the vein of Fallen Order and not just a licensed pinball game.
3. More straight forward 3D Mario game similar to Mario 64. I thought I wanted an open world Mario game but I was slightly disappointed with Odyssey so I want something a little more back to basics. Give me the Mushroom Kingdom again.
4. Fire Pro Wrestling with the ability to download fan-created wrestlers like the PC and PS versions to make a stacked roster.
5. Super Punch-Out. We got Arms but it's not the same deal.

Could probably come up with more but that's the top of my head.

Like KC, I would like a new Mario Golf. A new Mario Strikers would be cool as well. Besides that, I'd like for Atlus to finally release something regarding SMT V.

Also, confirmation that BotW 2 will feature more traditional dungeons would be awesome as well.

There is actually a Fire Pro Wrestling spiritual successor coming I believe called Retromania. Looks kinda cool.

https://youtu.be/MVrgwRI7Uxg

One I forgot, new Advance War

some franchises that i would like to see brought back

Pilotwings
F Zero/1080° Snowboarding/ Wave Race
Sin and Punishment
Golden Sun
Punch Out!
Duck Hunt
Advance Wars
Eternal Darkness
kid icarus

I don't remember what I answered last time. Now I just need Animal Crossing. Anything else is just a bonus.

Direct sequel to super Mario rpg snes
NFL 2k21
Day of reckoning 3
Tony hawk pro skater 1-4 remaster/remake

Yah I'd like one of the old school THPS games. Would even take the first Underground. Vivid memories of beating that game on New Year's Eve one year.

Would also like a Quidditch World Cup game. Loved it on Gamecube and would dig a new version, or at the very least a remaster.

So I've finally decided that my backlog is a problem, and I'm ready to help myself. I've decided to buy no more Switch games until I finish DQXI and The Witcher 3. Hopefully, I can finish by next Spring. Lol.

whitefire wrote:

Good plan. No point in paying full price for games you are going to play months/years from now.

I'm actually glad there's nothing on the horizon for me right now. This will give me time to catch up on some games.

whitefire wrote:

Smart. I did this somewhat but then I've been on a roll. I bought Pokemon even though I'm still on Witcher III. However there will be a bit of a drought in Dec/Jan so I'll be able to catch up. I mean I already beat Dragon Quest XIs and am 30 hours into Witcher III. I think I can handle it.

i used to buy a bunch of games, especially when i first got my PC because of all the great sales, but after a while i noticed a lot of the games i haven't even played yet some have been there for years lol so now when i see a game that interest me i think to myself am i really going to play this game now or a month from now? if not then i just pass on it for now. it helps save money i ended up paying $15 bucks for GTA V instead of $60 also a lot of games get released broken and you are better off waiting to see if they fix it, though that probably does not happen as much on the switch idk

I exchanged my Zacian Switch for a new one because of left analogue problems. It wasn't drift as much as my character would suddenly stop in her tracks when I was walking full speed to the left in Pokemon Sword. Nintendo Quality Control is complete crap with the Switch. They used to make bulletproof systems, or so it seemed.

I have had no issues with mine - fingers crossed!

fingers crossed on this new one. It was a hassle to get my data transfered at the store due to stupid internet connecting problems. Don't want to do that again. On the plus side I got a nice fresh Switch Lite again! lol.

I think I won the panel lottery on this new Switch Lite. The old one didn't look bad. But I've played some Witcher, and the colors look a bit deeper and more saturated. Like the trees off in the distance look brilliant on my new Switch Lite.

proudtobelatino wrote:

it definitely does, in this modern age of consoles where things can be patched thats just going to be life. we are the testers now.

I'm a "Game of the Year Edition" or "Definitive Edition" gamer over "Day One"

Anyone have a spare Scorbunny or Grooky they want to give away?

Lunar wrote:

Right way to go. The good thing for me is Nintendo doesn't have as many "GOTY editions" so there's my excuse to buy day 1!!

I need help from people with experience using both a regular Switch and a Switch Lite. My kids are both getting a Lite for Christmas from one of their grandparents. I'm wondering how difficult it would be for them to play some/most of their games on their Switch Lite, but then still play some games on the regular Switch so they can play on the tv. First off, is this even possible, or do you have to transfer ALL of your saves every time? If it is possible, how complicated is it, and how long does it take? Is it something an 8 and 10 year old could do on their own, or are they going to need my help every time?

Doesn't it just require a WiFi connection and the default system to not be playing it at that time? That was my understanding. If you're wanting to transfer saves back and forth I believe you need to download cloud saves.

You need cloud saves and it takes a min or two to update the device with the latest save state if I'm remembering correctly. I think an 8/10 year old could manage it in their own for sure. Especially if they have always been around this kind of tech before.

Anyone ever played The Escapists games? I picked up the 2nd one in the eshop sale. It looks interesting and I like the graphics style

the kids play them with their friends quite a bit, they are pretty cool especially multiplayer.

Anyone have the Pokemon edition Switch Lite? How noticeable are the legendaries on the back?

I would say they are lined very lightly

philliesphan wrote:

I have it, not much. I HATE decal sort of decorations and it doesn't bother me. The system is a medium grey and the legendary outlines are a lighter grey. So they don't stand out too much, and still retain it's classy look. The blue and pink buttons are awesome though. I love the overall colors of the system.

The button contrast is the best part imo

loztdogs wrote:

Yeah the system is like a grey with just the perfect light blue and medium pink. My fav part too.

I love the colors but I wished they made one without the decal. But that's good that they're very subtle. Gonna go ahead and order it.

Please, help me settle an argument. Some dude was blaming Nintendo for not releasing the physical version of a video game that Nintendo doesn't even publish. I thought this was stupid, but my wife argued that we (you, me, etc.) know about this stuff because we follow gaming. The average gamer doesn't know that and assumes all games on Nintendo Switch are made by Nintendo. I initially disagreed, but then it had me thinking. Do you think something like 3rd party developers/publishers is common knowledge?

To the layman, no. They assume everything comes out on whatever they're using, and if they didn't it's the console manufacturer's fault.

And I mean, it's not like they're 100% WRONG...

I imagine the casual gamer just doesn't care about that sort of thing and assume that if they get, say, "Witcher 3" on Switch, then it's a Nintendo game. Depends on what console they have and how much they actually pay attention. I feel like most folks who play video games just don't care and thus are oblivious to any of that sort of thing.

Do they think all iPhone apps are made by Apple? Do they think all Windows computers are made by Microsoft?

I think it mostly depends on age and experience. If you have been alive for more than 13-15 years, I think it's reasonably to assume they should know or at least have heard of other companies making products for a game system.

whitefire wrote:


What game?

It was either Stardew Valley or Cuphead.