Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
#1876
DVD Talk Hero
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
I just felt like the Wii U was a bit of a confused system. I got what they were going for (and we got it with the Switch) but as a "full console" it was a bit of a mess.
#1877
DVD Talk Legend
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
It was a beta product that they let consumers test for them. The Wii U should have been an internal prototype only, with the release goal of the Switch.
#1878
DVD Talk Legend
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
Yeah, the Wii U felt more like an in between console than a full new one. It seemed like the ideas for something more may have been there (which eventually evolved into the Switch) but they held back or didn’t have the resources at the time to fully make it happen. It felt a bit like one of these marginal upgrades to like the Xbox One or the PS4 only it was actually supposed to be something new.
#1879
DVD Talk Ultimate Edition
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
Wii U is the only system I never bought since Saturn. I never really loved any Wii games and it looked the same except with a screen on your controller like Dreamcast. Figured I'd try iPad gaming instead - if I'm going to get a system where I'll get tired of games after 45 minutes it might as well be portable and the games cost 99 cents. Love the Switch though, really want Super Mario 3D World ported.
#1880
DVD Talk Legend
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
Stopped by GameStop today and wound up putting $5 down each for pre-orders of Payday 2 and Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection.
#1881
DVD Talk Godfather & 2020 TOTY Winner
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
Welp, Amazon Warehouse has a pretty loose definition of "Very Good". Opened my controller today (hey, the box was pristine) and got the controller out. It was FILTHY, covered in greasy spots and the right thumbstick didn't even return to neutral - it just sagged down low. What a disgrace. I called them and told them what was up. Though I kept saying that it was no big deal for me to return it, the guy told me to throw it away and he refunded my money immediately. I said okay -- at least the charging cable looks okay; I will keep that. Noticed that they were selling a "Like New" one for about the same price. I will roll the dice and give them one more try before relenting and just paying their (nearly) full price for a new one if this one doesn't live up to its condition description.
I need to play some more before I make a final judgement. The controller is nice enough but the face buttons feel too raised and clicky for my taste. Honestly, except for the pathetic excuse for a D-pad, I was pretty fine with two Joy Cons in a charging grip. I know you guys all hated it as a gaming set-up, but I was pretty surprised to find that it really did feel fine for me. Maybe I just have small hands, but I never felt cramping. In either case, I'm happy to have a Pro Controller now at a decent price.
#1882
Moderator
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
Nintendo has no presence at PAX South this year... but there are a ton of Switches there (last year I saw a ton of 2DSs and 3Ds as folks were waiting in line... but not so much this year).
There are a few independent developers with games for the Switch. I'll track those down and talk about them tonight.
There are a few independent developers with games for the Switch. I'll track those down and talk about them tonight.
#1884
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
I think I'll be buying Darkest Dungeon this week. Seems like a good game for the Switch....not graphics intensive, bite-sized dungeons.
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#1885
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Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
Been playing Mario & Rabbids (due to The Questyn's thread) and it's pretty fun. Seems like it's a bit of a longer game than I was expecting... but I'm enjoying it.
#1886
DVD Talk Gold Edition
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
Splatoon 2 does NOT have local multiplayer? I.e., like Mario Kart? Looks like only if you system link other Switch consoles. Bummer. I'd like to get it for my kids so they can play at same time.
Is there plans to offer it via patch/DLC? Thanks
Is there plans to offer it via patch/DLC? Thanks
#1887
DVD Talk Hero
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
#1888
DVD Talk Legend
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
The workers at my store are cool and I always say no to pre-ordering and felt bad. Just got a couple things I was thinking about getting anyways.
#1889
DVD Talk God
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
I am so close to picking one of these up. I have enough credit at BB to pay for system itself. I'll then have about anywhere from $50 - $100 at Gamestop for games (rewards credit + trade ins), plus the B2G1 free used coupon for renewing their rewards. I was thinking of purchasing Mario and Zelda, obviously. I have zero clue as to what to pick up for my 3rd game. Mario Kart maybe? Not a huge fan of the series anymore, but that seems to be the only game that I or my kids might plays. Any other suggestions?
Games that I have zero interest in: Splatoon, Pokken Tournament, Arms, sports games, dance games, Doom, fighting games
Edit: I didn't realize it is B2G1 on any pre-owned item. I might see if I can get a pro controller instead of a 3rd game.
Edit 2: Shit. Looks like my local store doesn't have all the items in stock and it doesn't appear this coupon will work online. Not sure if I can buy items in store and see if they will ship them to me if they don't have them.
Games that I have zero interest in: Splatoon, Pokken Tournament, Arms, sports games, dance games, Doom, fighting games
Edit: I didn't realize it is B2G1 on any pre-owned item. I might see if I can get a pro controller instead of a 3rd game.
Edit 2: Shit. Looks like my local store doesn't have all the items in stock and it doesn't appear this coupon will work online. Not sure if I can buy items in store and see if they will ship them to me if they don't have them.
Last edited by Deftones; 01-14-18 at 04:51 PM.
#1890
Moderator
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
Nintendo had no presence at PAX South this year. Nothing. Word was they pulled out a month ago... but we don't know why.
There were a ton of Switch Indy games on the floor this year... but only one of them caught my eye: Clusterpuck99!
It's on Steam now but will hit the Switch in February.
#1891
DVD Talk Limited Edition
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
#1892
DVD Talk Legend
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
Anyone else try the demo to Octopath Traveler? It's gonna be a day one purchase for me. Loved the demo and the retro design.
#1893
DVD Talk Godfather
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
#1894
DVD Talk Legend
#1895
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Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
#1896
DVD Talk Legend
#1897
DVD Talk Hero
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
Yeah the demo came out in September
#1898
DVD Talk Limited Edition
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
Limited Run Games announced earlier today, their first (second? Retro City Rampage was first?) physical game for the Switch. Saturday Morning RPG.
#1899
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Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
Saturday Morning RPG is their first announced Switch title, but it won’t be their first release.1 think there’s a six on the spine?
They’re not involved with Retro City Rampage.
They’re not involved with Retro City Rampage.
#1900
DVD Talk Limited Edition
Re: Nintendo Switch: Building a New Generation of Hardware from Scratch
They've also said but not officially announced that Golf Story would be one of their first releases.