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Justykanna
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I've always been a handheld guy for Nintendo stuff and I'm a little worried about the design. It looks kinda uncomfortable to hold and there's nothing to protect the screen (unlike the 3DS which used the top screen itself to protect it).

Aside that, I really hope JRPGs come to the NS. They didn't come at all to the WiiU (I'm talking traditional... Etrian, Bravely, Tales of the Abyss) so I hope they'll come to the NS. Because those are really my favourite bunch of games for the 3DS.
Isshiki Kaname
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SKYRIM...! WAIT... HOW??
45Traeath
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45Traeath

Fizzn wrote:

SKYRIM...! WAIT... HOW??
Exactly one of my reactions, other than "wow, looks nice".

Blazevoir wrote:

this happens ._.
"region-lock status"............
I hope I will never ever feel the need to use it, as I already need whatever Asian 3DS I can get later.
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Nwolf
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Blazevoir wrote:

this happens ._.
I don't know much about economy but this seems to be one of the, if not the most stupid move possible. NOW is the perfect time to build up hype, or reveal more information before or close to Christmas so kids can beg their parents more to get the console on release day, but now everyone will forget about the console because of the 2+ months of nothingness and even if information gets revealed, it will basically be on launch day because honestly January-March is not that much.
raechel
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Ntiger wrote:

Blazevoir wrote:

this happens ._.
I don't know much about economy but this seems to be one of the, if not the most stupid move possible. NOW is the perfect time to build up hype, or reveal more information before or close to Christmas so kids can beg their parents more to get the console on release day, but now everyone will forget about the console because of the 2+ months of nothingness and even if information gets revealed, it will basically be on launch day because honestly January-March is not that much.
But they did provide a list of things they won't talk about: game titles and console specifications. They can still release info about other stuff and get hype that way, and they probably will.

They probably refer to the Mario game that was shown and the Tegra specs. I'm pretty sure it's more of a "stop asking this specific stuff because we won't tell you yet" and less of a "we're not going to reveal anything in these generic categories".
JohnnyKnoxville
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It looks really interesting! Can't wait to hear about more about the system and the games. If Animal Crossing or Splatoon gets released at launch then I'm already sold. Super Mario Galaxy 3 would be nice too.

Btw, you can apparently pre-order the system somewhere for 8000 kroner (which is around 1169 dollars), which is absolutely insane. They do say that they'll change the price as soon as they have an official price, but I hope it won't be just like when the 3DS launched at a high price and no one bought it, until Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros. and Pokémon came out
NaomiMinette
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Just a heads up: http://nintendoeverything.com/switch-trailer-gameplay-wasnt-from-the-device-nintendo-says-dont-assume-the-video-shows-actual-game-footage/
NaomiMinette
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Event updates:

January 12/13: http://www.nintendo.com/switch/
January 13/14: https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/817068160981618697
PrincessAzula_old
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It's also likely that Zelda won't be a release game, just a headsup
NaomiMinette
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Typed all that I could while watching the presentation. I'm sure there are other places that have things compiled better, but anyway:

★March 3, 2017 release date
★Cost is $300
★Use online services via your smart device; will become paid later
★NO REGION LOCKING!!!
★2 1/2 - 6 1/2 hours of battery life; uses USB Type-C charger
★Mario Kart 8's port or remake was shown
★Has a touchscreen
★Up to 8 Switches can connect to each other
★Right joycon has an NFC writer which reads amiibo
★Left joycon has a capture button; will be able to capture video in the future
★Individual motion controls for both joycons
★Two more buttons are shown on both joycons similar to shoulder buttons
★Color variations for the joycons
★Joycons can attach straps
★Right joycon has a camera
★Joycons have HD rumble (or just the left joycon, not sure); be able to feel objects as if you're really holding them; two new games were made using this: 1-2-Switch (doesn't require people to look at a screen to play; releases at launch) and ARMS (basically a fighter; will have online multiplayer; releases in Spring)
★SPLATOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOON 2; WAY TOO MANY NEW THINGS TO TALK ABOUT, SORRY GUYS (LOL); releases in Summer
★Super Mario Odyssey; sandbox 3D Mario game taking place in a modern day setting; new moves, enemies, environments, and whatnot; releases in holiday 2017
★Third-party games shown/teased
★Game showcase video; shows A LOT of games
★Hands-on events across the world
★The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild's release is... LAUNCH DAY!!!
JohnnyKnoxville
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Splatoon 2!! Zelda BotW!!!! SUPER MARIO ODYSSEY!!!!!
this is going to be so great man
NaomiMinette
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http://nintendoeverything.com/nintendo-confirms-switch-actually-supports-sdxc-memory-cards-up-to-2tb/

Well that's a relief.
TeeArctic1
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I'm liking the titles they showcased, gets me hyped. Hope Splatoon 2 has just as good music.

On the technical side, I have two main issues, one being the short battery time, the other being the small controller.

I am also deeply saddened by Nintendo's decision to finally give in and do paid dlc and multiplayer. Guess there's no merit to playing with friends anymore..
NaomiMinette
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For those complaining about paying for online services: http://nintendoeverything.com/reggie-on-steady-stream-of-switch-games-reason-for-paid-online-system-wont-have-friend-codes/
Justykanna
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I'm a little bummed to not see many JPRGs (or at least on the lists I saw). Dragon Quest 10 and 11 don't even have an NA date and I think Pokémon Stars is a fair bit away.

Also: I've heard rumours of Super Smash Melee being released on the Switch... like... why. It's the 2nd oldest Smash.

Blazevoir wrote:

★Cost is $300
Shame that it's $100 more here because of exchange rate. =/

Blazevoir wrote:

★NO REGION LOCKING!!!
Out of curiosity, why are people going nuts about this? o_o
NaomiMinette
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Because... all of the past systems from Nintendo had it?
Justykanna
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Blazevoir wrote:

Because... all of the past systems from Nintendo had it?
Yeah but like... why does it matter 'that' much? Out of the large number of 3DS gamers that I know, I don't think a single one knows how to read Japanese anyway. Am I missing something?

I'm not against it. I'm not insulting it. I am just curious on the hype.
NaomiMinette
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The fact that there were Japan-only games is most likely the reason. It didn't matter if those players couldn't (fully) understand Japanese.
45Traeath
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I'm going to be idiot for a short minute...

Will the NS support the previous systems' (NDS/3DS/...) games or will there only be NS-specific stuffs like 3DS had its own?
JohnnyKnoxville
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Justykanna wrote:

Yeah but like... why does it matter 'that' much? Out of the large number of 3DS gamers that I know, I don't think a single one knows how to read Japanese anyway. Am I missing something?

I'm not against it. I'm not insulting it. I am just curious on the hype.
It's not only Japanese games, everyone gets hyped about. For an example WarioWare: Twisted for the Game Boy Advance was never released in Europe, but because the GBA is region free, you can play an American copy of the game on an European GBA with no problems.

It's a pretty neat feature, especially if Nintendo decides to release a special edition of the Nintendo Switch that looks totally epic, but it's only available in Japan and you live in Canada. Then you can buy the console from Japan and buy the games from the local game store in Canada
MrAdamson45
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Choke Master wrote:

Someone have it already
https://twitter.com/onani_monster/statu ... 2371741696


really. *sigh*
NaomiMinette
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45Traeath wrote:

I'm going to be idiot for a short minute...

Will the NS support the previous systems' (NDS/3DS/...) games or will there only be NS-specific stuffs like 3DS had its own?
We honestly have no idea.
MrAdamson45
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the new zelda game that's coming out on it looks AMAZING!!!!!!!!
Justykanna
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Chaosemerald wrote:

It's not only Japanese games, everyone gets hyped about. For an example WarioWare: Twisted for the Game Boy Advance was never released in Europe, but because the GBA is region free, you can play an American copy of the game on an European GBA with no problems.

It's a pretty neat feature, especially if Nintendo decides to release a special edition of the Nintendo Switch that looks totally epic, but it's only available in Japan and you live in Canada. Then you can buy the console from Japan and buy the games from the local game store in Canada
I don't think I know anyone whose all excited about 'that' portion of the system. But good to know, thanks.

45Traeath wrote:

I'm going to be idiot for a short minute...

Will the NS support the previous systems' (NDS/3DS/...) games or will there only be NS-specific stuffs like 3DS had its own?
How would you even run them with only one screen? xD
Would be nice if it was backwards compatible though.
45Traeath
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Justykanna wrote:

How would you even run them with only one screen? xD
Would be nice if it was backwards compatible though.
My brain deleted that point from memory XD
More precisely, it made me remember it as a "double-concept" thing like "one-screen on one side, and add a tablet-like thing to get two-screens gaming" XD

(See how idiot I have been XD)
TakuMii
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Blazevoir wrote:

45Traeath wrote:

I'm going to be idiot for a short minute...

Will the NS support the previous systems' (NDS/3DS/...) games or will there only be NS-specific stuffs like 3DS had its own?
We honestly have no idea.
Nintendo already confirmed that it's not backwards compatible at all. It's a shame, considering that they could've easily achieved 3DS compatibility with the already-confirmed hardware (technically speaking, they both run on ARM architecture, so 3DS games likely could run just fine without even needing to resort to emulation... I think the lack of compatibility was a conscious choice on Nintendo's part).

Justykanna wrote:

How would you even run them with only one screen? xD
Would be nice if it was backwards compatible though.
The 2DS hardware has a single screen and simulates having 2 screens with no problem, not to mention the Wii U already has DS games available in its Virtual Console library... And considering that the 3DS is only 240p per screen, it'd be no trouble at all to fit everything on the Switch's single 720p screen.
Yocake
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45Traeath
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Well, now we've seen everything XD
NaomiMinette
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Some Q & A stuff
NaomiMinette
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Apparently someone already has the Switch. Here's a preview.
Yocake
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OMG...!!!
NaomiMinette
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So Voez will be coming to the Switch. Has anyone here played the mobile version before? If so, what's your thoughts on it?
Jinxy
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It's just a scrolling note rhythm game with the gimmick of moving rails, not bad per se and also not too jackhammery so it should be fine on Switch
Jackertud
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Well guys, we only have a week left before it comes out. :!:
Serraionga
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To think I could be playing the new Zelda game on an entirely new system this Friday/Saturday... can't wait!! :)
NaomiMinette
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Serraionga wrote:

To think I could be playing the new Zelda game on an entirely new system this Friday/Saturday... can't wait!! :)
I'm worried I'll lose sleep waiting for my console and game... lol.
NaomiMinette
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http://nintendoeverything.com/you-can-merge-your-wii-u-3ds-eshop-balance-with-switch-right-now-on-nintendos-website/ - Just a heads up for those wanting to buy something from the Switch eShop immediately and still have funds from their 3DS/Wii U.

EDIT:


>Ascension to Heaven
Well shit... now I'm more inclined to get this.
Pachiru
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Woah ! If this is official, this look very neat ! I hope they will do more rhythm game on Nintendo Switch ! :)
NaomiMinette
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It's official. I bought the game on its NA release (although EU and JP had it on Switch's launch).
Pachiru
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Is the game Voez expensive or not?
NaomiMinette
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$25 USD, but unlike the mobile version, all songs are unlocked right away. And it's scheduled to have free DLC later.
Alysia_old_1
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I love it so much, I don't regret buying it at all
NaomiMinette
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>Fate game coming to Switch
>"Interesting..."
>Senran Kagura also coming to Switch which will use HD rumble
>finds way to buy JP eShop credit

Hi.
Kingkevin30
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Btw, do you guys already have a thread for Friend Code Exchanges?

And also, the only thing i find kinda annyoing is the split Credit's
And for some reason its way easier to get a JP E-Shop Card than a US one...
You Americans and your silly seperate Taxes..still found a Work-around for it,
but its still kinda annoying when you have 40€ on one account, 5$ on the other, and whatever Yen amount on the Japanese xD
_sparky_
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Mk8 deluxe is out! It's a lot of fun even though it's just mk8 wrapped with a bow.
Is it worthy for a new topic??
NaomiMinette
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I don't think we even have enough Switch players in this community to begin with...
Ovoui
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hey there, does anyone here buy blaster master 0 ? It's very good game tho
NaomiMinette
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http://nintendoeverything.com/fateextella-the-umbral-star-debut-trailer-on-switch/

Half-tempted to get this even though I don't know anything about the Fates series outside of Fate/kaleid. I'm wondering how much do I need to know if I do end up getting the game.
Hopeofdespair
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I got it. Can't say i was disappointed.
_sparky_
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A lot of good games are coming out this year and next year.
The game i've been waiting for is finally out... (Splatoon 2)
I ended up spoiling final boss for myself though.
_sparky_
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There's a nintendo direct today!
I wonder what they'll show off this time.
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