*** Nintendo Switch ***

jrodga2k5 said:
It depends on sales numbers for software really, you may have a nice amount of 3DS systems out there but if the sales figures don't reflect well i.e. a low attach rate then resource will be allocated to Switch.

It also depends on what Nintendo's end game here is, do they want to continue with 2 pillars or are they planning to Switch (pardon the pun) to 1? That's where I believe and want the ultimate goal to be.

Fire Emblem in 2018 on Switch is probably the first indication of the change of stance, I reckon 2017 will see the closing off period for 3DS in terms of the big 1st and 2nd party titles. You may well get the 3rd version of Pokémon Sun/Moon over on it, but if there's to be a next installment in the franchise which is fresh it'll be on Switch.

E3 will be our first true indication of what the future holds for both platforms and what direction Nintendo ultimately is going for.
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Ultimate goal is to switch, but they'd be daft to ignore the 3DS userbase IMO. It's still huge.
 
Ohhhh Oceanhorn looks lovely! I've never heard of this but it looks like my thing. Likely pick up looking at the past reviews.
 
lakitu said:
Ohhhh Oceanhorn looks lovely! I've never heard of this but it looks like my thing. Likely pick up looking at the past reviews.
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Have you looked at the longer videos on YouTube. It literally is a rip of Zelda. But Zelda is awesome so is it necessarily a bad thing?

Still want it though. Looks good for on the move gaming :)

BTW, have secured my Switch money... :cool:

Roll on July!
 
What is everyone's controller arrangements for MK?

Toying with idea to get another 2 pro controllers to add to existing ones and the joycons. Don't like the idea of using the joycons individually
 
jrodga2k5 said:
It depends on sales numbers for software really, you may have a nice amount of 3DS systems out there but if the sales figures don't reflect well i.e. a low attach rate then resource will be allocated to Switch.

It also depends on what Nintendo's end game here is, do they want to continue with 2 pillars or are they planning to Switch (pardon the pun) to 1? That's where I believe and want the ultimate goal to be.

Fire Emblem in 2018 on Switch is probably the first indication of the change of stance, I reckon 2017 will see the closing off period for 3DS in terms of the big 1st and 2nd party titles. You may well get the 3rd version of Pokémon Sun/Moon over on it, but if there's to be a next installment in the franchise which is fresh it'll be on Switch.

E3 will be our first true indication of what the future holds for both platforms and what direction Nintendo ultimately is going for.
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Yeah, the 3DS software attach rate is decent still though, and the console is still selling OK too. Software is still selling.

It's also worth noting that it's not just Nintendo driving 3DS sales. 3rd parties like Capcom (Monster Hunter), Square-Enix (Dragon Quest) and Level-5 (Yo-kai Watch) to name a few play a big part too.

Wii U had a high attach rate (one of the highest ever), but this was largely down to a significant portion of the user-base being made up of dedicated or "hardcore" Nintendo fans. To get software sales on the Wii U I think you need to release high quality/complex games (aimed at core gamers). Games that are typically more expensive to make.

The majority of upcoming 3DS games we are seeing are more casual experiences or spin-offs - the kind of games that wouldn't sell so well on Wii U, or could have a negative impact on the public perception of the Switch in the long term if released on it instead or in parallel at this time.

It's going to be a while before Nintendo can even produce enough Switch consoles to consider it a system that can replace the 3DS, let alone get the console affordable and desirable enough for a big portion of current 3DS owners to switch over. So why not appease and profit from the large 3DS user base in the meantime while they focus on getting more big Switch games ready.

You can bet the majority of 3DS's biggest software partners are well into developing Switch games while they finish off their current 3DS projects, but games take a long time to make and it's going to take time to adjust (processes, tools etc).

Just my two rupees.

UTmaniac said:
Shame the Switch's Bluetooth does not naturally work with BT ear/headphones, needs a BT transmitter connected to the 3.5mm jack socket.
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Yeah it's a bit of a bummer, especially as there is no headphone jack on the controller(s). I wonder if it's possible to add wireless headphone support with an OS update.
Are there any 3.5mm bt transmitters that come recommended?, I don't know much about them.
 
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Is anyone surprised at how well the system works?

Coming from a long time Nintendo fanboy, I've bought nearly every system they've made since the SNES and I'm always genuinely surprised at how they innovate and push the boundaries of gaming without it coming off expensive or problematic. Albeit the only problems with the switch are minor ones overall it's a great system. I was so disappointed with my WiiU and now I'm completely blown away.

They need to allow app support though, I'd love Spotify/Amazon music and video services to come soon as it's akin to a tablet it needs these services to make this more broadly appealing.
 
Played Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Splatoon 2 today at Insomnia - thumbs up from me. Similar resolution to the Wii but much smoother to my eyes.
 
Sinny said:
Is anyone surprised at how well the system works?

Coming from a long time Nintendo fanboy, I've bought nearly every system they've made since the SNES and I'm always genuinely surprised at how they innovate and push the boundaries of gaming without it coming off expensive or problematic. Albeit the only problems with the switch are minor ones overall it's a great system. I was so disappointed with my WiiU and now I'm completely blown away.

They need to allow app support though, I'd love Spotify/Amazon music and video services to come soon as it's akin to a tablet it needs these services to make this more broadly appealing.
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Those things will come, I've owned all handhelds but the only Nintendo I've never owned is a SNES (blame the parents). I've decided to get one, I've put my "New" 3DS up for sale and I'm going to try and grab one when I'm on my honeymoon. You just can't beat Nintendo on their flagship products.. I'd rather a Nintendo for 1 Zelda/Mario game.. they are THAT good!
 
Phate said:
Handheld Zelda errr sorry, Oceanhorn seen running on the Switch


Have to say I don't care if its a rip off of Zelda it looks like a cracking game :)
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Normally I wouldn't have even looked at that sort of game, but that video does look great and definitely a game I could get into.
 
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is 1080p60 but I think Splatoon2 is actually 720p60, that could be increased come release but it still looks good though.

I think at these events people tend to stand close to large TV screens, not a typical living room setup so doesn't always give the best impression.

Overall I'm quite impressed by the visual quality of games on Switch, for a small tablet sized device it's pretty cool. The home/tv experience is better than I was expecting.
 
Anyone tried Mr Shifty?

Game looks a lot of fun, a bit worried about the reports of bad frame rates on the Switch though :(

Edit: Found a vid, looks bad enough to be an issue in this style of game tbh.


Think ill wait and see if they patch it.
 
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I hadn't read about frame rate issues. Almost pulled the trigger today but didn't. Looks fun though.

I've been playing Shovel Knight off and on today. I love it but I also hate it!
 
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