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[Bsigg12]

Thinking about the possible price, $299 seems kinda like a pipe dream, $399 seems more likely to me based on everything shown.

 

[Apharmd]

Really?

In the 12 years I've owned DS systems I've never had that problem, let alone heard of anyone else having that problem. Maybe on the New 3DS systems, but never the old ones.

I have. My MHX cartridge popped twice to the point where I sold the cartridge to a friend and re-bought it from the eShop.

 

[fertygo]

the name is really good this time

 

[purseowner]

Just noticed that the Nintendo Switch logo is the same font as the Gamecube.

This truly is my dream console.

 

[casey_contra]

Still can't get over how hot the first guy in the trailer is.

 

[ZeroX03]

Wait, what about Amiibo?

NFC behind the screen like on N3DS?

There's amiibo in the video. They know.

 

[Lil'DigiOp]

I JUST bought a Nvidia Shield!!! Wow the design is so similar. It's going to be so OD to carry both in my bag but in the same instance very doable.

I love this console. Bring on Smash and Pokemon. I'm so In!

 

[Mobile Suit Gooch]

I kinda want it even though I'm not a Nintendo fan.

 

[PdotMichael]

So what was the crucial feature which was in danger of being copied by the competition?

 

[FinalFanXtreme]

I hope we get some sort of gameplay where we can use the TV and the system's screen for local multiplayer so one person can look at the big screen and the other can have their own screen, but I don't think that's possible.

 

[crisdecuba]

Honestly, I was a little bit underwhelmed. I liked the first part where the sliding the controllers on and off mechanic was shown, but then for the remainder of the video it just seemed like there were people squinting to see tiny screens while holding tiny controllers, and it just didn't seem that fun.

It also feels too big and slightly clunky to carry around generally for portable play. I can't see myself leaving the house with it, but perhaps I'm not the demographic that would do so, since I'm basically a middle-aged parent now with a bunch of stuff to bring with me when we go out already. I was hoping to see something more along the lines of new gameplay possibilities or interesting gameplay applications, but the games themselves were mainly retreads. The new Mario game didn't look very distinct from previous Mario games, with the exception of perhaps some improved lighting effects? Then there was Mario kart, splatoon, and Skyrim.

And I'm also not completely impressed with the design itself. I like the docking mechanism, along with the mechanism for sliding the controllers on and off, and it looks like it will have a very satisfying click, however the console doesn't look very clean and the ergonomics of the controllers when used individually look rather off. It kind of reminds me of what the DS looked like at first in terms of its clunkiness, as opposed to the sleeker versions that came later.

So, whether I get this right away will depend on Zelda breath of the wild, I guess, and how those two versions compare against each other. Nothing truly compelling that I've seen with the Switch yet from a gaming perspective, though perhaps some of the biggest game reveals are yet to be seen.

 

[Crazyorloco]

I hope smash bros comes installed. Since it already has two controllers. This is going to be great.

 

[hughesta]

Great video, I think it'll do well. Now we just need that big juicy direct.

 

[spookyfish]

I'm legit surprised Nintendo is still saying March 2017. I'm actually optimistic.

But, I think most of the handhelds -- DS, 3DS -- have debuted in March, so it makes sense, corporately.

Also, this makes me think Zelda is more or less done, and could have been released this holiday for Wii U. Which pisses me off.

 

[Soulstar]

Now I'm going to think of this song every time I see the Nintendo Switch.

 

[MilkBeard]

I was feeling burnt out on Nintendo, but after this, I think this could bring me back in. I do a lot of walking around with a backpack (I carry my laptop places to work) so this would be perfect for me.

If they have an improved online system for buying digital, then I might seriously consider getting one.

 

[eddievanclaylen]

I need to know more about this, but color me interested

 

[Jhn]

I am on board. Now do a metroid.

 

[SmokedMeat]

Looks like what was expected. Well, except for the hideous controller.

I'll take a wait and see approach. Don't want to jump into another disappointment.

 

[HelloMeow]

I'm not feeling it. I wish they'd focus on games instead of gimmicky game systems. Why can't they make a solid console?

 

[I Wanna Be The Guy]

Do we k ow how many shoulder buttons are on the main device? I cant clearly see if there are secondary triggers or not.

 

[Hikami]

Really?

In the 12 years I've owned DS systems I've never had that problem, let alone heard of anyone else having that problem. Maybe on the New 3DS systems, but never the old ones.

Very rarely while holding it I would press on the back or I would hold it the wrong way and the cartridge would come off. Also when putting it in my backpack for example I would reach my destination to find that the cartridge had come off. When I accidentally drop the system the cartridge would come off as well.

With a cover like the Vita's I won't have to worry about stuff like that anymore.

 

[Muzicfreq]

Color me hyped somewhat.
Splatoon looks to be either a remaster or Splatoon2

 

[Horp]

I like it will get one.

 

[Hero_of_the_Day]

Not going anywhere.

Shocker. Really hoping they have a game in the works that really uses them, and not just unlocks random shit. Give me an Infinity/Skylanders style game already, even if it doesn't use 100% of the characters.

 

[That Damn Kid]

I ended up trying a Rosegold option since it's a popular color these days.....meh

 

[jonno394]

Hopefully we get a game based direct before Christmas and price and release dates in January.

I can't imagine Nintendo breaking the handheld and dock up like many people are suggesting, it does away with the whole "switch" gimmick that Nintendo are employing.

 

[formasymphonic]

GAF mods not playing around

 

[MrNelson]

It's happened to me a few times. It's definitely uncommon, but it also sucks a lot since if you happen to be playing the game and have it suspended you'll lose progress. I'm all for a cart cover, especially since the Switch is big enough that it'll need to be in a bag.

But I still don't understand how one does it. Do you just lay your fingers across the length of the top of the handheld or something? I usually just have my fingertips resting on the shoulder buttons.

 

[BRocknRolla]

is it just me or its actually really thick?

Not sure what you're seeing. It looks quite thin.

 

[GillianSeed79]

I wonder what the battery life on this is going to be. That's going to make or break its portability. Other than that I'm actually pretty impressed. If it's an alright price I might consider getting one. Zelda looks great. Can't believe it's actually coming out in March.

 

[Rocked]

As shallow as this sounds this looks like the first Nintendo home console since the Nintendo 64 that actually has a cool factor to it. Name and design both spot on at last.

 

[Outtrigger888]

Price will be set between 200$-250$ there's no way they launch at 300$ plus

 

[FunkyDealer]

 

[jeffram]

That right analog stick placement looks atrocious when used as an individual controller.

Docking station looks so weird to me. Why have it stand if you are going to cover the screen?

While it doesn't really provide a "new way to play" I think Nintendo is absolutely making the right decision by merging handheld/console into one.

 

[NOLA_Gaffer]

I'm super surprised that they didn't demonstrate Smash or Amiibo compatibility.

Seems a little soon for a new Smash game, doesn't it? It only came out in 2014. I figure we'll see "Smash for Switch" sometime in 2019 at the earliest.

 

[Karspankey]

I will buy like 5 of these if I can play Pokemon Sun on it. New Zelda and Pokemon at launch would kill me!

 

[Dash Kappei]

I wonder if there's a reason for the top of the portable/screen to still come out even when fully docked, other than to grab its bezel to slide it out because that'd be super sloppy design

Maybe the screen that peaks out displays charge info downloading etc while in dock?

That's what I'm thinking, maybe things like friend's messages and so on (like a mini notifications bar) so you can check without having to turn on the whole tv/console/etc or having to slide it out of the dock....

 

[Fox_Mulder]

I'm not impressed.
I'll wait for the hardware revision.

 

[Nilaul]

I hope I could use my old Wii U pro controllers on this.

 

[Portugeezer]

so Tegra is confirmed? Any source on this? Thanks!

 

[-Pyromaniac-]

Love it. Exactly what I wanted. Dock is a bit big but I plan to use it mostly as a handheld.

 

[Big-ass Ramp]

Excited for Nintendo to finally have mobile hardware that I'll be able to play without hurting my hands like the 3DS

 

[Servbot24]

Yes I am amazed . They just guessed that ???

We knew about the detachable controllers on a screen, but aside from that, yeah.

 

[Plum]

I'm not feeling it. I wish they'd focus on games instead of gimmicky game systems. Why can't they make a solid console?

That's what this is. Why do you want features that won't have any affect on gameplay whatsoever removed? Yes, it's a gimmick but gimmicks are not inherently bad.

 

[shiftplusone]

Why is thus not BC with wii u games again? Disc version I get but it's practically a dang wii u

By this time next year, it'll be 7 months old and we'll have the "where did all the 3rd party support go?" threads

I like the look of it though and being able to play fire emblem on a God damn TV again means I'm in

 

[ColdPizza]

I find the whole thing utterly fascinating. I think this will do well for Nintendo.

 

[Grizzlyjin]

I'm just not sold on any of this. So I'll be taking a wait and see approach, be nice to see what games actually make it to the console and a price point. The switch concept itself most definitely isn't for me though.

 

[GiantBreadbug]

Seems a little soon for a new Smash game, doesn't it? It only came out in 2014. I figure we'll see "Smash for Switch" sometime in 2019 at the earliest.

It's pretty well known that they're at least porting Smash Wii U to Switch, and doing so without any new content is really really unlikely.

 

[Jade Knight 08]

I love it. Nice concept. Dunno about that name "Switch".


But dat thick black border around the screen is way too big. It makes the screen look too small! That's what I hated about it.