Nintendo Switch Game News and Releases.

sligeach · 20-01-2017 1:03pm

What if they let MK8 players on Wii U and Switch play together online? And released the Battle Mode, characters and dual items as an upgrade on the Wii U version. It would definitely be technically possible but Nintendo love money too much for that to happen and it would cripple sales of the Switch version. Still, why did they release that trolling Tweet?

https://twitter.com/NintendoEurope/status/738777797125144576

chrislad · 20-01-2017 2:12pm

Banjo wrote: »

Also, there were reports on HUKD that a PreOrder won't work on it's own, there has to be something shipped by Amazon that can be immediately dispatched.

Nope, I preordered Zelda, and Rogue One Blu Ray, all went through fine.

Banjo · 20-01-2017 2:59pm

^^Good to know!

Anyone in a quandry about ordering.... why not pre-Order Arms now at it's £49.99 price, add on something worth under £1 for the deal and then pray that Arms is bundled with JoyCons under this SKU and the price jumps way up?

CosmicSmash · 20-01-2017 5:32pm

EA turn out the same game for over twenty years, change the year in the title, slightly improve the graphics and charge 70 euro for it, people lap it up all day long. An all time multiplayer classic is announced for a new console, Konami charge 50 euro for it and people lose their minds. It has to be one of the best multiplayers of all time, it's well worth the asking price in my opinion in anyway. In fairness I don't think you're going to pick up many new releases for twenty euro on any console.

Gunmonkey · 20-01-2017 6:59pm

Plus, with the Switchs 2 Joy-cons, you have 2 player out of the box fro the cost of the console and game. Buy another Joy-con pair and you got 4 player for the price another console would be only getting 2 player at, even if the game only cost €20.

TrustedApple · 20-01-2017 10:12pm

Am i the only one who would love to see the Gamecube pokemon games remastered ?. AS they where fantastic and a lot better then what people remember them for.

Put them on one cart and sell for 50 euros it will print money Nintendo .......

OR just let us know more on the game cube games that there going to be bringing over as there is maybe 50 + games that will be fantastic to play on the switch.

Banjo · 21-01-2017 12:34am

CosmicSmash wrote: »

EA turn out the same game for over twenty years, change the year in the title, slightly improve the graphics and charge 70 euro for it, people lap it up all day long.

Aside from the cost of the license, if you compare the state of FIFA today to where it was say in 2000 a lot has changed.
Look, if konami justify the hefty price tag by bringing a game that has either evolved significantly in the right direction or shone the razzle and dazzle of a thousands suns onto an immortal classic, great. But the screenshots I saw look a lot like a game I bought on the n64 that was old hat then.

Corholio · 21-01-2017 12:38am

Bomberman has tried to go in different directions before with disastrous results, whatever about the price but the game looks exactly the type of game you'd want Bomberman to be. I've watched a fair bit more of the video and the boss fights look pretty good in it actually. Multiplayer is where it would be at though and simplified controls that Bomberman usually has suits the 2 Joy-Cons perfectly.

Banjo · 21-01-2017 1:17am

To be clear, I don't want evolution. Bomberman is like a shark or crocodile. It was born a perfect reaver of wasted hours.

But how do you justify the price tag when the mechanics and hell, even most of the resources, have been carved in Stone for decades?

sligeach · 21-01-2017 9:27am

Also, Super Bomberman R is definitely not displayed in 1080p and runs at 30fps. It's not a taxing game visually, so what's its excuse for mediocre performance? Isn't this a port of an older Bomberman game? I can't get over that price though, it's as bad as Nintendo with 1,2 Switch.

dunworth1 · 21-01-2017 6:53pm

sligeach wrote: »

Also, Super Bomberman R is definitely not displayed in 1080p and runs at 30fps. It's not a taxing game visually, so what's its excuse for mediocre performance? Isn't this a port of an older Bomberman game? I can't get over that price though, it's as bad as Nintendo with 1,2 Switch.

any source for those?

dunworth1 · 21-01-2017 7:34pm

new image of Hyrule map

along with on pretty screenshots

http://wccftech.com/zelda-breath-wild-full-hyrule-map-revealed-new-screenshots-released/

CiDeRmAn · 21-01-2017 7:46pm

Digital Foundry seem to be pretty stoked about Mario Kart and Splatoon 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2r2-nVHZ_bQ

As he says, this is all based on video capture, no hands on have been possible.
So keep it in mind with the Bomberman judgement.

sligeach · 21-01-2017 8:57pm

dunworth1 wrote: »

any source for those?

Digital Foundry.

CiDeRmAn · 21-01-2017 9:49pm

Well, here's the Pocket Lint opinion on Super Bomberman R, which is based on a hands-on demo.

http://www.pocket-lint.com/review/140012-super-bomberman-r-preview-a-sparkling-retro-gem-for-the-nintendo-switch

MilesMorales1 · 22-01-2017 12:17am

MilesMorales1 wrote: »

Stuff like this seems to get lost in the main thread, so shove it here. Release schedule for the Nintendo Switch from launch and best places to buy it. Worth noting since the Switch is region free, you can indulge in imports from US/Japan to your hearts desire. You wanna import, two reccomended sites are

https://www.amazon.com
https://www.videogamesplus.ca

Anyway, up to date as possible, though there's still 6 weeks to go till launch.

Release (3rd March)

Legend Of Zelda Breath Of The Wild
1-2 Switch.
Super Bomberman R
Skylanders Imaginators
Just Dance 2017

Launch Window/Spring

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (28th April)
Arms
Snipperclippers
Has-Real Heroes
Fast RMX
Disagea 5
Rime
PuyoPuyo Tetris
Binding Of Issac

Summer

Splatoon 2

Autumn

The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim

Holiday/Vague 2017 dates

Arcade Archives
FIFA Switch
Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers
Dragonball Z Xenoverse 2
Farming Simulator
Fire Emblem Warriors
Minecraft Story Mode The complete adventure
Minecraft
Rayman Legends Definitive edition
Shin Megami Tensei
Siberia 3
Steep
Project Sonic
Sonic Mania
Super Mario Odyssey
Lego City Undercover
I am Setsuna
Xenoblade 2
Fire Emblem Warriors
State Of Mind
Monster Boy
Farming Simulator
Syberia 3

Obviously this doesn't include stuff not announced or confirmed, Pokemon Stars, Smash Bros port, Rabbids/Mario RPG, etc. Or virtual console stuff, since they haven't announced or confirmed anything about it.

Missed a couple of things, added farming simulator and syberia 3. Cos thats what we're buying the switch for.

CiDeRmAn · 22-01-2017 1:33am

I think I might import Binding of Isaac, it's a launch title in the US.

dunworth1 · 22-01-2017 1:40am

CiDeRmAn wrote: »

I think I might import Binding of Isaac, it's a launch title in the US.

I assumed it was digital here at launch

CiDeRmAn · 22-01-2017 2:23am

dunworth1 wrote: »

I assumed it was digital here at launch

I think it might be, I'd still like a physical copy though.

MilesMorales1 · 22-01-2017 11:06am

I can just imagine it not being a launch title here, even digitally.

sligeach · 22-01-2017 12:41pm

If you want a physical copy of The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ on Switch then let them know.

https://twitter.com/nicalis/status/821836378400952320

CiDeRmAn · 22-01-2017 2:04pm

Already have!

MilesMorales1 · 22-01-2017 9:44pm

Not that bad then.

CiDeRmAn · 22-01-2017 10:32pm

And there's Pokémon!

nairy hipples · 22-01-2017 10:45pm

CiDeRmAn wrote: »

And there's Pokémon!

Yeah I noticed that! Is this official or another "leak" which were sooo reliable prior to Switch's unveiling? Hope it's true!

MilesMorales1 · 22-01-2017 10:51pm

nairy hipples wrote: »

Yeah I noticed that! Is this official or another "leak" which were sooo reliable prior to Switch's unveiling? Hope it's true!

Gamestop said 'Pokemon is coming to Switch'

nairy hipples · 22-01-2017 10:54pm

MilesMorales1 wrote: »

Gamestop said 'Pokemon is coming to Switch'

Hopefully! That image looks photoshopped-the "Pokémon" logo is off centre, looks like its super-imposed!
I'll keep my fingers crossed though!

MilesMorales1 · 22-01-2017 10:58pm

nairy hipples wrote: »

Hopefully! That image looks photoshopped-the "Pokémon" logo is off centre, looks like its super-imposed!
I'll keep my fingers crossed though!

Well its not official, its made by someone on reddit I think. But you know, Pokemon will obviously be coming to Switch, thats why they've put it in the undated section.

MilesMorales1 · 22-01-2017 10:59pm

Specifically, in a listing on GameStop’s site, which has since been taken down, the company had this to say about the Nintendo Switch’s initial game library:

Nintendo Switch games will include new title offerings from Mario, Splatoon, Zelda, the NBA and more! You will even be able to play Skyrim on the go, or Pokémon at home with the Nintendo Switch. The unit will also include a number of handy, interchangeable Nintendo Switch accessories.

So in addition to Zelda: Breath of the Wild it sounds like you will be able to play Splatoon, Mario and Pokémon on the Nintendo Switch, not to mention Skyrim and NBA as well.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/olliebarder/2017/01/12/gamestop-accidentally-leaked-that-you-will-be-able-to-play-pokemon-on-the-nintendo-switch/#3d70a3da4a3d

angryIreGamer · 23-01-2017 12:17pm

im looking forward to skyrim then nba, theyre the 2 pinned on games ill be getting second half of the year. Gives me loads of time with Bomberman, BotW and Mario Kart between now and then.

Who knows, this might even be the time i beat skyrim.

CiDeRmAn · 23-01-2017 12:37pm

I have Skyrim but never got around to playing it, my son has and assures me it's fantastic.
Unfortunately, I can't find the time to invest, while he can sit on his behind all weekend and play it.
But, an on the go version will suit me fine, so can't wait.
It was the same with Ocarina of Time, it took the 3DS version to give me the time to finish it, while the N64, GC and VC versions all sat, in various states of unfinished-ness.

Star Lord · 23-01-2017 4:00pm

To be honest, never had any interest in Skyrim, so it holds no draw for me. Binding of Isaac, Bomberman, BOTW and possibly Snipperclips are the games I'll be going for first.

Star Lord · 23-01-2017 4:26pm

I am Setsuna is now a release game:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4txT2EicrHE

Nollog · 23-01-2017 6:10pm

nairy hipples wrote: »

Yeah I noticed that! Is this official or another "leak" which were sooo reliable prior to Switch's unveiling? Hope it's true!

http://ign.com/articles/2016/09/20/pokemon-company-ceo-confirms-support-for-nintendo-nx

Pokémon Co. CEO confirmed the then NX would get a Pokémon game.

This means Pokémon snap, ranger, battle arena, pokken. Who knows?

People confuse Pokémon game with Pokémon red, diamond etc.

Then there's the rumour. Pokémon sun and moon gets a third version as Pokémon stars on the switch by Christmas. That part is only a rumour.

Also, GameStop went with it. They never said "a Pokémon RPG" they said "play Pokémon at home". You could do that with an N64 if you owned Pokémon Stadium.

MilesMorales1 · 23-01-2017 7:46pm

6 launch games? Since shovel knight seems to be April rather than March here.

MilesMorales1 · 23-01-2017 10:09pm

Lego Worlds confirmed for Switch.

OwaynOTT · 24-01-2017 12:10am

Star Lord wrote: »

I am Setsuna is now a release game:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4txT2EicrHE

Think I'll be getting this.

Ah nuts, it's a digital release. I've a massive aversion to digital titles. Why couldn't they release a cardboard edition?

Xenji · 24-01-2017 1:19am

It was the same with the PS4 release last year outside of Japan, to be honest it is a game with good ideas but with poor execution and well regarded aesthetics , the price will be interesting as it is around E40 on the PS4 and Steam.

Banjo · 24-01-2017 11:03am

Bomberman's price is headed in the right direction :
http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/super-bomberman-r-nintendo-switch-shopto-42-84-2605673
(Shopto have it on PreOrder for £42.84)

MilesMorales1 · 24-01-2017 11:14am

That'd still too high for me. Not that there isn't £42's worth of content in there, I have no idea, just that it wouldn't be worth it for me.

mayordenis · 24-01-2017 1:07pm

Yea it's more one I'd grab for 20-25 in argos in 6 months or something, we all have these little values we assign and yea it's not always easy to properly verbalise the reasons behind them.

Banjo · 24-01-2017 2:13pm

I said it was on it's way. I didn't say it was there! The important thing is that the journey of 2500 steps (I'll bite at 25 quid

) starts with a single price drop on a single store....

Corholio · 24-01-2017 2:39pm

Couple of more details have been revealed about Ultra Street Fighter II

- It has an 'Arcade Mode', where you are playing a 1 player game against a CPU, with this mode enabled players online can challenge you during the game replicating the old arcade feel or someone putting their 20p down.

- 4 types of Ranked matches:

Quick Match – Searches for players able to fight without setting any conditions.
Custom Match – Set conditions and search for a player that you want to fight against.
Create Match – Create a lobby where you set the battle rules and such, and wait for the players that you want to fight against to join.
Friend Match – Searches for players that you can fight against now from your registered friends list.

You can also play against someone locally using wireless i.e. sitting in a park with your Switch and it can detect if their is another user nearby.

From the information revealed and screenshots it does seem you can matchmake and potentially lobby from the system itself so it hopefully may be a sign that this controversial app may not be the singular way to organise those. I know it's a port of an older game but it has some nice new features and the classic mode is a nice touch. Playing on the go is a great new experience with this game as well, hopefully the price comes down a bit and matches up.

MilesMorales1 · 24-01-2017 2:58pm

I've seen 1-2 Switch for 45 Euro, so that's €2.30 a game ish?

chrislad · 24-01-2017 5:14pm

/\/ollog wrote: »

http://ign.com/articles/2016/09/20/pokemon-company-ceo-confirms-support-for-nintendo-nx

Pokémon Co. CEO confirmed the then NX would get a Pokémon game.

This means Pokémon snap, ranger, battle arena, pokken. Who knows?

People confuse Pokémon game with Pokémon red, diamond etc.

Then there's the rumour. Pokémon sun and moon gets a third version as Pokémon stars on the switch by Christmas. That part is only a rumour.

Also, GameStop went with it. They never said "a Pokémon RPG" they said "play Pokémon at home". You could do that with an N64 if you owned Pokémon Stadium.

Was Pokemon Star not confirmed as being a Switch game? It's basically the Switch version of Sun/Moon.

Star Lord · 24-01-2017 5:28pm

Nope, it's still a rumour.

Xenji · 24-01-2017 10:14pm

World of Goo, Little Inferno, Human Resource Machine are all going to be available on launch day.

MilesMorales1 · 25-01-2017 11:24am

Xenji wrote: »

World of Goo, Little Inferno, Human Resource Machine are all going to be available on launch day.

9 games at launch now? Or 10.

CiDeRmAn · 25-01-2017 12:58pm

World of Goo is probably older than some of the people posting here, well it's 9 years old so not quite, but does it still represent a game to be trumpeted about?

MilesMorales1 · 25-01-2017 1:12pm

Well it's a game on the Switch for launch day. We're in double digits!

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