New Ninty Direct

pixelburp · 16-06-2021 10:34am

Precisely on the above. Nintendo may constantly reach for the same clatter of IPs, but it's nearly always while reinventing - or at least putting interesting spins onto - those very same series. It's rare any two "standard" Mario platformers are alike. Nintendo are nowhere close to the egregious regurgitation many publishers are guilty of with IPs like FIFA - or basically anything created by Ubisoft these days.

As to remakes, I'm always a little disappointed they won't remaster the Punch-Out that was released for the Wii; that was such an excellent little game, that deserves another bout of life on the Switch.

CastorTroy · 16-06-2021 10:37am

But some Nintendo sequels or spinoffs start out as new IP then they see if they can use existing characters, like Fysh said. Like Splatoon was going to include Mario characters at one point but they found the Inklings would work better.

Ringfit is another new IP as well as Game builder Garage. They do have multiple new IPs but just because they're not traditional or AAA games, they don't get counted by some.

TitianGerm · 16-06-2021 10:39am

I can't wait for Mario Golf. I've been dying for a golf game for ages so I'll definitely be picking it up at some stage next weekend.

johnny_ultimate · 16-06-2021 10:46am

It's absolutely fair to say they do make new IPs like RingFit, GameBuilder or Labo. These are imaginative and worthwhile projects, no question whatsoever. They are aimed at particular and in some cases niche audiences, but hey what game isn't? But it's also fair to say new 'core' games from Nintendo - on the scale of a new Mario, Zelda or Metroid - are thin on the ground.

Also fair to criticise some of their remake and re-release policies, especially given the often rather high cost for these releases. As great as Nintendo are at sequels in the general sense, they certainly ain't above recycling stuff at a premium price.

Doodah7 · 16-06-2021 11:08am

johnny_ultimate wrote: »

Also fair to criticise some of their remake and re-release policies, especially given the often rather high cost for these releases. As great as Nintendo are at sequels in the general sense, they certainly ain't above recycling stuff at a premium price.

It is precisely this that I have a problem with. The repeated re-release of Wii U games on Switch and charging full whack for the privilege is just a little bit galling.

I have no real problem with sequels per se - other than the relative lack of imagination and trading on previous glories - but updating games for the sake of shifting units on a new console or tarting up the graphics slightly is simply lazy and greedy.

Will the next Nintendo console (not the 'Pro' but the one after) feature a raft of 'remastered' Switch games and continue the cycle of hell forever?

16-06-2021 11:23am

Markitron wrote: »

If I was to guess I would say they are keeping the basic map from the first game and just adding the sky sections

I'm sure that it will be good but if it's too samey tho I wouldn't like that

but basically it's not going to have anywhere near the impact that BOTW did due to all the innovations that had that the second one will undoubtedly keep so people need to temper their expectations I suppose

Fysh · 16-06-2021 11:26am

The Wii U thing is galling if you're one of the six people who bought a Wii U originally, but that system failed abysmally in commercial terms (worse than the GC AFAIR, though I could be wrong). So the recycling makes business sense as a way to try and bolster the library for the rushed successor. Four years into the Switch's lifespan that excuse does feel a bit worn out, I'll give you that. And either prices should drop or the additional content should increase.

On the price front... To a certain extent I think that's Nintendo. This is the company that bailed on optical media for the Snes, then doubled down on carts for the N64 and managed to make sure its games would routinely cost significantly more than those on rival systems. They are like Apple that way.

I do think it's a bit of a poke in the eye to include the GB Link's Awakening on the Game & Watch after releasing the remaster at a ludicrous price, but that just means I don't buy either of them.

16-06-2021 11:28am

Nintendo do great stuff but the very calculated and cynical delaying and releasing of first party titles to push new hardware adoption is annoying -> inevitably followed by a long wilderness period after the initial quality first-party releases, exacerbated in this gen even more by the large quantity Wii U rereleases and rereleases from even earlier generations.

I hope that Skyward Sword is a massive flop tbh - sorry!

(mind you it can't be costing them much in any case)

Can't believe that they are making such a big hoopla about it.

"That'll learn them"

chrislad · 16-06-2021 11:50am

I swapped my Switch for a PS4 as I wanted to catch up on a number of other games that I'd missed. Based on this, I'm happy enough - nothing this year that screams "Damn. I need to get a Switch again" - I'll more than likely end up preordering any Switch Pro, but short of BotW 2, nothing there jumped out at me. It's great to get another Metroid game, but honestly, though it looked dull, and like a proof of concept than a full game. Nothing on Bayonetta 3. No new Mario platformer. No new Donkey Kong. Hell, no new Mario Kart - Switch hasn't had an original MK (bar that DIY one.....) - Very meh overall.

Eduard Khil · 16-06-2021 9:14pm

New Pokémon Unite info tomorrow

Nintendo don't play well with others

CiDeRmAn · 16-06-2021 10:55pm

I understand that BotW 2 might have similarities with the first title, but it seems to be a whole lot darker and potentially tie-in to Skyward Sword, with the apparent focus on flight, landmasses in the air and a potential for a very different game, though on the same epic scale.
Nintendo have never made a lousy LoZ game...

sligeach · 17-06-2021 1:30am

I disagree. Skyward Sword is more than lousy. As some will find out for the first time next month.

Grassey · 17-06-2021 8:18am

Dark... Time travel... Zelda: BOTW Mask!

sligeach · 10-08-2021 2:33pm

https://twitter.com/NintendoUK/status/1425079939188015135

A new Indie World showcase arrives on 11/08 at 17:00 (Irish time)! Tune in for roughly 20 minutes of information on upcoming indie games heading to Nintendo Switch.

Mr E · 10-08-2021 2:47pm

Hoping for Axiom Verge 2 and Spelunky this week. 🙂

Mr E · 11-08-2021 5:05pm

Anyone watching? 5 mins in and nothing grabbing me yet.

Mr E · 11-08-2021 5:11pm

Axiom Verge 2 out today. Perfect. 😊

Mr E · 11-08-2021 5:16pm

Islanders looks lovely. Also out today. Feck....

Mr E · 11-08-2021 5:20pm

Tetris Effect Connected in October - fantastic. 😊

pixelburp · 11-08-2021 5:47pm

Loop Hero coming to Switch; while the gorgeous looking Eastward is dropping September 16!

https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/1425493031826960392

Mr E · 11-08-2021 5:51pm

New games are up now.

Axiom Verge 2 is €16.19 (with 10% discount for the next 7 days)

Islanders is a very reasonable €4.99.

pixelburp · 12-08-2021 9:59am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117739179#Comment_117739179

Just watching a review of Islanders and yeah, that looks a very pleasant wee game. And at that price, it's hard not to push the purchase button.

Mr E · 12-08-2021 10:17am

Yeah played it this morning. Not sure I fully understand the mechanics, but I like what I played.

Axiom Verge 2 is great too. I find myself dodging enemies more than engaging them though - the melee combat will take some getting used to.

It plays quite differently to the first one.

One negative - I'm not a fan of the map. It's a bit of a blurry mess.

CiDeRmAn · 13-08-2021 4:18am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117739034#Comment_117739034

I've got this on PS4/VR and the Xbox, and it has always looked amazing.

But, will the lower resolution of the Switch not really hurt this one?

Mr E · 31-08-2021 12:41pm

It's getting to that time again... 😊

https://twitter.com/Stealth40k/status/1432657021074132996

CastorTroy · 31-08-2021 1:21pm

So you're saying no direct this month?

Apart from Metroid, are there any games due soon that could get its own direct? Partner showcase maybe?

CiDeRmAn · 31-08-2021 2:25pm

Half Life 3?

Switch 2.0 exclusive?

CastorTroy · 31-08-2021 4:04pm

"Until it's released, here's Half Life Alyx for Labo VR"

Though at this rate it seems Bayonetta 3 is the next Half Life 3

sligeach · 31-08-2021 6:43pm

I'm convinced there will be a September Direct. And that they'll reveal their Christmas title.

SuperBowserWorld · 31-08-2021 7:14pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117829572#Comment_117829572

Makes sense.

Anything with some more BOTW2 info would be nice. Or a new Mario 2D or 3D reveal.

CastorTroy · 31-08-2021 9:37pm

I think the final Smash character is due by the end of the year as well.

SuperBowserWorld · 03-09-2021 11:50am

Smash , aaawwwww , saviour of the universe

https://youtu.be/LfmrHTdXgK4

Mr E · 22-09-2021 3:11pm

Late one!

https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/1440677268041338897

sligeach · 22-09-2021 3:15pm

https://twitter.com/NintendoUK/status/1440677803070947348

Tune in 23/09 at 11pm (Irish time) for a Nintendo Direct livestream featuring roughly 40 minutes of information focussed mainly on Nintendo Switch games launching this winter.

Fysh · 22-09-2021 3:26pm

Got to love the baity nature of that "mainly" :D

Doodah7 · 22-09-2021 4:05pm

I would LOVE for Persona 5 (Royal or not) to be announced...

Satturnfalls · 22-09-2021 7:44pm

LETS GOOOOOO!

CastorTroy · 22-09-2021 8:23pm

Which game will they unnecessarily focus too much time on? Animal Crossing Halloween event? Too much detail about the SMT V battle system?

Basically what games have I no interest in that will take time away from possible appearances of games I'm interested in that wouldn't be appearing anyway?

SuperBowserWorld · 22-09-2021 8:48pm

I'll check the news on Friday.

pixelburp · 22-09-2021 8:51pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117926073#Comment_117926073

Same. These things are like budgets; better to tune in the day after when the dust has settled and the summaries drawn up. Find these Directs too drawn out.

Fysh · 22-09-2021 9:09pm

It honestly kind of mystifies me that anyone who isn't doing it for their job watches these things. Like, I can understand how people see value in many things that don't interest me, but I draw the line at 30-60 minute marketing videos. (30-60 hours would be a bit much even for Nintendo, though I bet they'd get close if they did a full unedited Direct about whatever's coming next in Smash...)

SuperBowserWorld · 22-09-2021 9:10pm

I've left a message with Nintendo on their fax machine to give me a call when BOTW2 drops, or a new Mario platformer.

CastorTroy · 22-09-2021 9:48pm

I guess the same reason people watch football instead of just checking the results when the match is over. People are interested in what's coming and enjoy watching the reveals and possibly be surprised.

sligeach · 23-09-2021 7:20pm

Bayonetta 3 and a new Kirby game are probably nailed on for showing tonight, given NOJ's updated release schedule.

The new site is awful. I hate it. How are you supposed to do spoiler tags now? Though they probably don't need them. But someone had a hissy fit on Discord for me even saying that Bayonetta 3 is listed for release next year.

pixelburp · 23-09-2021 7:28pm

Spoiler tags and other formatting options are found here.

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058199126/how-can-i-a-users-guide-to-the-new-site

sligeach · 23-09-2021 9:03pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117930425#Comment_117930425

Thanks. I seen that post before, but things should be intuitive. I stand by what I said earlier, this new site is 💩. It won't let me quote your reply either. And I edited my earlier post, highlighted the 3 words in spoiler tags, and the whole post is covered in a spoiler tag. 😑

I'd love to know if the site is getting more, or less traffic, since the update. I would say less. It's a pain in the @R$€.

Edit: Now it's letting me quote you.

sligeach · 23-09-2021 10:22pm

Nintendo Direct – 23.09.2021

https://youtube.com/watch?v=vsL_5stl2z0

sligeach · 23-09-2021 10:50pm

The Japanese Direct is well under way if you can't wait the last 10 minutes.

druss · 23-09-2021 11:23pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117930739#Comment_117930739

Far, far less, based on the post count in forums I was following.

N64 and Segar games on Switch Online, yeah! New pricing, boo!

Retr0gamer · 23-09-2021 11:25pm

Pretty amazing line up of games in fairness.

But why the megadrive 3 button pad? It's awful. I mean you have the 6 button pad which is the best gamepad ever other than the Saturn pad. Why not that!

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Nintendo Direct – 23.09.2021