Behold Nintendo Switch (March 2017, Hybrid w/ Dock, Detachable Controllers, Nvidia)
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Jacksinthe
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I love the concept, but for me, gaming on the go isn't about full experiences since those are meant to be time dumps which "on the go" really doesn't fit. Not would I wish to play those games on such a small screen.
The trailer reminds me I can do this stuff on mobile (aside from the game library, of course).
I feel this doesn't scratch any itch anybody asked for, tbh. We have gaming on the go and gaming on the couch, so this doesn't feel like a step forward for gaming as much as it's just a lateral movement to add another device in the chain that already does what other devices do.
I love traditional gaming but I feel the experience needs to change as it has become stagnant. This does nothing to rectify that issue.
Cool concept, though.
The trailer reminds me I can do this stuff on mobile (aside from the game library, of course).
I feel this doesn't scratch any itch anybody asked for, tbh. We have gaming on the go and gaming on the couch, so this doesn't feel like a step forward for gaming as much as it's just a lateral movement to add another device in the chain that already does what other devices do.
I love traditional gaming but I feel the experience needs to change as it has become stagnant. This does nothing to rectify that issue.
Cool concept, though.
Fright Zone
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OK, I'm impressed.
I like gaming on the go and the compatibility between my Vita and PS4 and this will take that to the next level.
This will be my first Nintendo machine since the DS if the price is right.
I like gaming on the go and the compatibility between my Vita and PS4 and this will take that to the next level.
This will be my first Nintendo machine since the DS if the price is right.
Popsickles
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Ok looking at all those pictures i have noticed the bumper and trigger buttons on the detachable pads, how on earth are they gonna be useable when detached and are they not gonna dig in your hand as they are on the wrong side.
Finally GAF is working again, heh
My current thoughts
I like the name Nintendo Switch. Switch sounds good. If a bit like a gimmick and less like a platform. Will have to see whether people are interested in a deliberate gadget.
They went back to advertising hip twenty somethings instead of children. White lofts make way for rooftop terraces, console looks chunky and mature. This is good.
I guess the Yin Yang sign will go over well in Asia.
Fuck yeah Mario looks like it's going to be in the vein of 64/Sunshine/Galaxy 1. Exactly what I want.
Not interested in Skyrim anymore, but good catch to have a big third party front and center.
As I was afraid. Playing multiplayer on those small ass controllers looks awkward as fuck.
Playing games on the go is Wii U off TV dream personified. Really excited.
That dock looks a lot more imposing than just a TV out and power adapter, so I'm kind of thinking it does something else we're not seeing yet.
Rated a definite buy for me.
My current thoughts
I like the name Nintendo Switch. Switch sounds good. If a bit like a gimmick and less like a platform. Will have to see whether people are interested in a deliberate gadget.
They went back to advertising hip twenty somethings instead of children. White lofts make way for rooftop terraces, console looks chunky and mature. This is good.
I guess the Yin Yang sign will go over well in Asia.
Fuck yeah Mario looks like it's going to be in the vein of 64/Sunshine/Galaxy 1. Exactly what I want.
Not interested in Skyrim anymore, but good catch to have a big third party front and center.
As I was afraid. Playing multiplayer on those small ass controllers looks awkward as fuck.
Playing games on the go is Wii U off TV dream personified. Really excited.
That dock looks a lot more imposing than just a TV out and power adapter, so I'm kind of thinking it does something else we're not seeing yet.
Rated a definite buy for me.
GitarooMan
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Basically because it will have new Nintendo developed games on it. Same reason as any new Nintendo console at this point. I don't see any reasons to think it moves the needle beyond that though.
Never thought I'd be interested in another Nintendo console after buying Wii U day 1.
Looks like I'm in again , this looks fantastic for me. I missed all the 3DS igames because I never really wanted one , but being able to play Mario / MK / Xenowhatever etc on the couch *when the kids have the tv) plus incredible lookign games from the portable studios......
Day 1
Looks like I'm in again , this looks fantastic for me. I missed all the 3DS igames because I never really wanted one , but being able to play Mario / MK / Xenowhatever etc on the couch *when the kids have the tv) plus incredible lookign games from the portable studios......
Day 1
xxbrothawizxx63
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I think they're being a little too optimistic when they showed people playing 2K on those tiny little controllers, but the concept definitely seems like one that can be successful.
The regular controller is definitely ugly, but I'm sure it'll be comfortable to hold knowing Nintendo. I had wondered how they would make a controller with two rectangles on the end visually pleasing, and I think they still are too.
It's also a shame the dock has to so totally encompass the hardware. Would have been nice to have an always connected heads up display feeding you social info. Seems like a missed opportunity. It also just looks incredibly industrial and generic.
The regular controller is definitely ugly, but I'm sure it'll be comfortable to hold knowing Nintendo. I had wondered how they would make a controller with two rectangles on the end visually pleasing, and I think they still are too.
It's also a shame the dock has to so totally encompass the hardware. Would have been nice to have an always connected heads up display feeding you social info. Seems like a missed opportunity. It also just looks incredibly industrial and generic.
Herbspiceguy
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Kudos to Nintendo's marketing.
This is an outstanding presentation of the product.
Interesting to see how they're positioning it as the social/local co-op handheld/console for young adults and pro gamers. This would also lead me to believe the Switch has to be 250,00 at max.
I'm very curious to see the market reception.
Can't wait to see some exclusive game reveals, namely by Platinum, From Software, Retro and that new Nintendo IP that's "weird, fun crazy".
This is an outstanding presentation of the product.
Interesting to see how they're positioning it as the social/local co-op handheld/console for young adults and pro gamers. This would also lead me to believe the Switch has to be 250,00 at max.
I'm very curious to see the market reception.
Can't wait to see some exclusive game reveals, namely by Platinum, From Software, Retro and that new Nintendo IP that's "weird, fun crazy".
Dayner_Kurdi
Banned
hmm, my only worry now that it might need 4G connection, ... that does not suck
THIS aspect is what will make the console a success.
It's what i was telling i would have done.
Let people play local multi on the go, with games that were only online before.
Now Nintendo, move your old ass and go convince big community game devs to port their games (overwatch, destiny...)
There is a market here.
The 2 mini pads idea would have potential but it just seems horrible..
Local multi is... I dunno... kinda 1995. Sure, it has its uses and some will like, but the world has moved on to online play. No one is saying that they have one at the expense of the other, but I don't see this as a driving feature.
Nope, that console(?) is nothing for me.
Which is sad, because I love Zelda, Smash Bros and Xenoblade yet not one console after the Gamecube did appeal to me. I bought a Wii, disliked it's Wii Remote very much and I only played on the Classic Controller. I didn't buy a WiiU und I won't buy a Switch.
I wished Nintendo would stop trying to be innovative and special. I just want to play Zelda on my TV, with a normal controller and up to date graphics. I hope I'm not tarred and feathered for this post, sorry. >__<
Nah! we are one big family.
But you can play it on the tv like you described. It's just that now you have the option to take it on the go.
Does Wii U have the inventory on the screen? Or just the map?
linkandzelda
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It won't. The processors are all in the controller that gets docked.
Shambalakan
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My first and last Nintendo console was NES. I think this will be the second one, depends on the price. Looks really nice and sexy!
It looks like there are bumper buttons on the inside of the controller as well (inside when you dock them). I'm guessing it registers when you slide the controllers onto the main unit, that the outside bumpers start working, and then when you slide the controllers out of the main unit, the outside bumper stops working in favor of the inside bumper buttons.
The Nintendo Kitsch
Everything looks promising so far. Nice list of 3rd parties, some surprising ones (Bethesda and FromSoftware), the name I'm still not sold on it, but it's better than WiiU.
Also, I just realized that this will (probably) be the first home console that will get a mainline Pokemon game!
Also, I just realized that this will (probably) be the first home console that will get a mainline Pokemon game!
Nope, that console(?) is nothing for me.
Which is sad, because I love Zelda, Smash Bros and Xenoblade yet not one console after the Gamecube did appeal to me. I bought a Wii, disliked it's Wii Remote very much and I only played on the Classic Controller. I didn't buy a WiiU und I won't buy a Switch.
I wished Nintendo would stop trying to be innovative and special. I just want to play Zelda on my TV, with a normal controller and up to date graphics. I hope I'm not tarred and feathered for this post, sorry. >__<
but...that was in the trailer as well?
Napoleonthechimp
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Just when I think I'm out... they pull me back in.
The Technomancer
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The trailer shows off that that's for doing two player stuff like Mario Kart or NBA, it'll be fine for that. If you're playing something like Skyrim on the go you put them together into the full controller with both sticksThe more I look at it the more I don't think making it so you can use each side of the controller as it's own controller was worth it.
Look at how small that is and how close the buttons and stick have to be. We will see how that feature is utilized, but I think I would have preferred just having a solid dpad on the controller that comes with the system. The "pro" controller looks okay enough but wouldn't have even needed it.
I doubt they have, It's Nintendo, They announce all the partners but than when it actually happens most of the partners are not there.
Tacorona72
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If it has great games at launch, good 3rd party support, and a decent price tag, everything else is irrelevant to me.
The regular controller looks ugly.
The console looks ugly.
The portable mode is not portable, at least not as much as the previous handhelds.
The detachable controllers look gimmicky as fuck. 90% of social situations showcased in the video will happen 0.001% of the time. What is this guy doing
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Skyrim looks like it's running at a smooth sub-30FPS.
In the end, it's all about the games. That little bit of new Mario footage got my hype juices flowing more than anything hardware related.
The console looks ugly.
The portable mode is not portable, at least not as much as the previous handhelds.
The detachable controllers look gimmicky as fuck. 90% of social situations showcased in the video will happen 0.001% of the time. What is this guy doing
Skyrim looks like it's running at a smooth sub-30FPS.
In the end, it's all about the games. That little bit of new Mario footage got my hype juices flowing more than anything hardware related.
wumster3000
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I'm actually really impressed with it. My most anticipated console now.
Ashler
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"As I previously reported in my September 2nd post, Nintendo Switch is 100% region free"
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bitoriginal
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Really like the look of this thing. Nintendo are gonna make a killing on accessories too.
Stop posting that shit. It's fake.
You are okay with a cheap system that has great games from a wide variety of developers? How very open and accepting of you!
Suggesting no gyro is hardcore smh
Also, with a new Splatoon coming I'm pretty sure we can expect gyro controls.
jacob armitage
Banned
The thing that excites me most is having the handheld and console studios working on one platform. It should have more dense release schedule, even with weak 3rd party support.
DeathoftheEndless
Crashing this plane... with no survivors!
No one's really talking about it, but a full portable NBA 2K is a big deal. You can bring it around for some 1v1 games.
PapaEmeritus
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Oh I do, I think that's exactly what'll happen as they'll get into the market at 299- granted 300$ but still to the shopper mind it's under 300- maybee 279.99 we'll find out soon enough I guess
more GPU? probably. If it boosted ram or cpu or anything like that, I doubt it would have a seamless cut to tablet only mode.
The trailer had what appeared to be nothing better than the Wii U version visually.
"up to date graphics", we have no spec yet... we don't know how well it will run on dock...
You know that game footage was added in after it was filmed right?
Twenty7KVN
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This is exactly what i wanted from Nintendo. I'm 37 and have a full time job with a long commute, so i don't get alot of time to game at home. The only thing i'm worried about is the battery life.
really? I mean... this is EASILY the one thing the trailer definitely answered. Well, Shield.. 3DS still has the pocket factor to it.
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