schwabdizzle
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I am sold on this. I wonder what the launch lineup will be. I hope for both Zelda and Mario
Behold Nintendo Switch (March 2017, Hybrid w/ Dock, Detachable Controllers, Nvidia)
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RadarScope1
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The hardware concept has exceeded my expectations. I am beyond thrilled that they have essentially gone with a traditional controller in terms of overall form and function. I believe they will really maximize their software pipeline now. I'm tentatively in the "buy" column now. I'm longtime classic Nintendo collector but I haven't owned a Nintendo console since the Gamecube (and DS).
Nostalgic Nightmare
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I'm curious if this means Nintendo will converge on the portable and home console going forward. Has there been any talk of that yet?
Will the DS line get absorbed/rebranded into the switch?
Will the DS line get absorbed/rebranded into the switch?
wild wild rice
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+ hybrid
+ gorgeous new Mario
+ Multiple controller options
- a bunch of fucking ports
- the marketing aesthetic
= sold, but not excited about potential launch lineup
+ gorgeous new Mario
+ Multiple controller options
- a bunch of fucking ports
- the marketing aesthetic
= sold, but not excited about potential launch lineup
Guardian Monkey
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Carts.
JetBlackPanda
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As a lifetime Nintendo fan (im 34) this is exactly what I need from them. The way I consume Nintendo games is on the go these days and this is the best of both worlds. Brilliant of them.
Also allowing their developers to only have to work on one system and have it cover the mobile segment and home console is great for them.
So EXCITED!
Also allowing their developers to only have to work on one system and have it cover the mobile segment and home console is great for them.
So EXCITED!
AbortedWalrusFetus
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I will probably be buying my first Nintendo mainline console since N64.
Mihos
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I Stalk Alone
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Thats like asking if there wont be a movie after seeing the trailer. This is only the tip of the iceberg
To confirm, at 1:43 in the trailer (when they're driving to the kart track), you can see someone tapping an inside bumper.
Yes, that looks legit.
Yeah those sizzle reel clips never use real footage. I would bet for legal purposes that it is indeed showing Skyrim running on Switch, but there's no way they're letting the actors actually play with the games.
Mr. Giggles
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Yo, not bad, not bad at all....this thing will never leave my house, thank god for the pro-controller option - any word on how many pro--controllers I can hookup per console?
TimeEffect
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OK, so some concerns:
-Pro Controller will be sold separately, will the Joy Con grip? Presumably not.
-So out of the box we get: Screen, detachable joy con controllers, joy con grip (to transform into a traditional controller)
The split controllers dont look useful as you have a pad, face buttons squished in, and presumably at least a shoulder button. That's fine though, using them together looks neat and friends can buy their own controllers.
How many buttons does the thing have for one person? What about shoulder buttons?
-Pro Controller will be sold separately, will the Joy Con grip? Presumably not.
-So out of the box we get: Screen, detachable joy con controllers, joy con grip (to transform into a traditional controller)
The split controllers dont look useful as you have a pad, face buttons squished in, and presumably at least a shoulder button. That's fine though, using them together looks neat and friends can buy their own controllers.
How many buttons does the thing have for one person? What about shoulder buttons?
Spanx McFranks
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I love it! It looks amazing, and it really is a hybrid. This is perfect.
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. >__<
Both the pro & default controllers look pretty normal, & the Pro Controller is aping the Xbox One's pad. What more do you want?
robertsan21
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any news regarding what type of Screen they are using?
It better not be some cheap shit
It better not be some cheap shit
MysteryQuesadilla
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The reveal trailer got me hyped. Still want details on battery life before I think about taking this on the go.
drhankmccoyphd
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Did anyone else find it weird there weren't any kids in the video?
VV I can't imagine that the Pro won't be backward compatible. It's all just bluetooth isn't it?
VV I can't imagine that the Pro won't be backward compatible. It's all just bluetooth isn't it?
Mihos
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I despise the misaligned left and right analog sticks. Why the hell would they do this to their Pro Controller when they executed it perfectly last-gen?
That is my favorite Pro controller also
SRTtoZ
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Why are Nintendo faking the actual gameplay? Just look at the reflection on the TV-screen from the windows on the left and how the reflection magically disappear during gameplay.
It's a commercial, so like I said people should wait to see how the actual games look and play. Remember how the Xbox One Snap looked in commercials? It worked nothing like that.
It'll be extremely limited in terms of games that work with it though. It's just a stick and four face buttons.
By the way i must be absolutly crazy but what the fuck are you guys seeing that i don't see in that mario footage.. There is nothing more pretty in this than in mario 3d world. I would even say it's less good looking. Is it just cause the cam is behind that it looks better to you ?
I mean look at it closely, same smoke effect, same model probably, nothing in the background seems complex.. The light is certainly not better...
What are you smoking...
I mean look at it closely, same smoke effect, same model probably, nothing in the background seems complex.. The light is certainly not better...
What are you smoking...
Agreed. Kids have their phones/tablets and it seems as if Nintendo are doubling down on their established, older audience.
Instead of chasing the mass appeal of the Wii they are, again, catering for the hardcore Nintendo audience. The same forty year olds that queue up to buy AmiiBos.
Eh. If it works for them.
That's a hell of a demographic for a Nintendo to hang their coat on!
pretty done
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The "dpad" on that portable is legitimately making me sick. I remember the days when I could count on Nintendo for a good dpad...
...But there's a normal controller for the NS (That looks like the WUPC) and you can play Zelda on your TV...
About the graphics... Well I don't know... I like the visuals the WiiU can output, but that is my opinion
So excited for this. Pretty much addressing my problems with the Wii U by the looks of it. Though, I want to feel the controller in my hands. But Nintendo haven't disappointed me yet with a controller so... I'll more than likely be a very early adopter depending on the software output the first year.
Why are Nintendo faking the actual gameplay? Just look at the reflection on the TV-screen from the windows on the left and how the reflection magically disappear during gameplay.
It's nothing new when trying to film a TV screen. Flickering, jittery framerate and all that jazz appears on actual TV when filmed live.
Sodding_Gamer
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Looks fantastic. Now to wait for price and battery life...
OverdriveOtaku
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Now let's see if they removed gimmicks like tilt controls and touch screens.
If they did, and they deliver on some good games (not just Nintendo IPs) with good battery life and a reasonable price, I could seriously consider this. This already was much better than what I was expecting from Nintendo's console reveal.
If they did, and they deliver on some good games (not just Nintendo IPs) with good battery life and a reasonable price, I could seriously consider this. This already was much better than what I was expecting from Nintendo's console reveal.
Finally the NX is revealed and as the Nintendo Switch! Not crazy about the name but liking what I'm seeing a LOT. I was never agaisnt a hybrid system and I'm glad that is what it is from the first look. I can't wait to preorder the system. I want this thing in my hands ASAP.
Being able to play Zelda: Breath of the Wild on the go and at home is going to be great. Additionally so will Skyrim. I never expected they'd get me to rebuy that game. I'm already getting the Special Edition upgrade on PC for free but being able to play it portably when I want will be worth the rebuy so that's one copy of NIntendo Switch version of Skyrim already sold. New Mario! Possibly new or remade Splatoon and Mario Kart!!! Being able to have four player split screen multiplayer with two systems on the go is pretty impressive. However the idea of the latest NBA 2K is a plus and I'll likely pick it up.
Looking forward to seeing what the other possible launch or launch windows will. I hope we don't have to wait to long for that full blow out of information.
Being able to play Zelda: Breath of the Wild on the go and at home is going to be great. Additionally so will Skyrim. I never expected they'd get me to rebuy that game. I'm already getting the Special Edition upgrade on PC for free but being able to play it portably when I want will be worth the rebuy so that's one copy of NIntendo Switch version of Skyrim already sold. New Mario! Possibly new or remade Splatoon and Mario Kart!!! Being able to have four player split screen multiplayer with two systems on the go is pretty impressive. However the idea of the latest NBA 2K is a plus and I'll likely pick it up.
Looking forward to seeing what the other possible launch or launch windows will. I hope we don't have to wait to long for that full blow out of information.
SunEatsMoon
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More functionality than I was anticipating so that's impressive. Granted, I'll never utilize the multiplayer features. Honestly, it's exactly what I've wanted from a Nintendo console ever since the Wii U launched. Terrible name, though. The logo, and name just seem so... cheap. At least it conveys what the system is all about. I'll pre-order one as soon as possible. I want it. Now.
If you are playing Switch out in public, would it be more or less powerful than an unpowered OG PS4?
Vic_Viper
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Will definetly be buying this! Ill wait and see what games are coming at launch before buying day one, but still want one for Zelda.
Those removable controllers though look like they are made for toddlers lol. Theres no way using those as an adult can be fun. I probably wouldnt be using them alot anyway, but still they need another option for portable multiplayer controlls.
Really hope this brings back Nintendo into the game. If they can get 3rd parties back on board this thing will be gold.
Those removable controllers though look like they are made for toddlers lol. Theres no way using those as an adult can be fun. I probably wouldnt be using them alot anyway, but still they need another option for portable multiplayer controlls.
Really hope this brings back Nintendo into the game. If they can get 3rd parties back on board this thing will be gold.
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