ShockingAlberto
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I think Black/White 2, as different as it was, kiiind of counts? And I think Z existed but was canceled and rolled into SuMo.
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Eurogamer: Nintendo Switch to get Pokémon Sun and Moon third version: Pokemon Stars
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NESpowerhouse
Perhaps he's wondering why someone would shoot a man before throwing him out of a plane.
Okay, so I preordered Sun, but it still hasn't gotten here yet (should get here Tuesday). I ordered it so that I would have a game to play over the Thanksgiving break. However, with this news in mind, should I cancel my preorder and get X or Y instead?
TheOnlyOneHeEverFeared
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No. Keep going. XY are somewhere between good and mediocre at best.
Neoleo2143
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All the third versions aside for crystal made some pretty significant changes. Often rebalancing the games for increased difficulty, changing around new events, adding new story and postgame content (now I finally won't have to hear complaints about a lack of post game in this generation). Basically, it takes an otherwise good base and makes it a classic.
ummmm excuse me alberto pokemon is meant to be a handheld experience where people get together and trade pokemon
that just DOESN'T WORK when you're tethered to a TV screen
names2hard4you
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Yeaaaah. I cancelled mine too lol. Not just because of these news, but people school is really busy now, I'll barely get to play it before FFXV is out. The little time I'm going to have off will most likely be spent on that instead. So I'll gladly wait for the Switch version.
Nah, it'll be an almost unnoticeable dent at best. These games already broke pre-order records.
Modest Mauser
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Don't think they need to worry about S&M sales
But its really good for their new SYSTEM and sales of Pokemon Stars.
There is no real downside here. ANYONE saying "Will wait for Stars" will have to buy a SYSTEM to play it.
Which ones are those?
No, Black and White 2 are third version but just did differently.
This pretty much, the dual nature of the switch means that the portable element of Pokémon is still kept but with the added bonus of playing it on the TV.
Pokémon Colosseum and Pokémon XD for the Gamecube, but they aren't considered part of the main series nor do they play like the main series either.
SlipperyFishes
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Good thing you can get up and go then on Switch
Siege.exe is referring to Colleseum & XD: Gale of Darkness.
ShockingAlberto
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Probably won't, though.
Money now is better than maybe money later. No one cancelling their Pokemon preorder today is mailing Nintendo a check for the Switch and Stars tonight.
I assume most people cancelling likely just won't get a Switch period. A year is a long time away.
Spiral Insanity
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Shit, and I just bought it.
Yup the DS and 3DS libary are insanely good.
that is if they add something like streetpass and such.... probably wont but could be wrong
Would also like to point out that there's the $100 new3ds and christmas... Switch isn't around for a while longer.
I'd have to say that it was kinda scummy to wait until the day of release to release this info. I understand why they did it but it still seems low down but hey Nintendo wants to make more money by releasing another version and Eurogamer wants more clicks. Its all just business.
Inferno313
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Not unless you really want to wait as much as a full year for this. I can't imagine this comes any earlier than August, at the very earliest. Gamefreak typically takes at least 1-2 years for their third versions.
The Sum of Zero
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My friend told me I was delusional for hoping the Switch would get a port or enhanced version of Sun/Moon.
Guess I'm not so delusional huehue.
Guess I'm not so delusional huehue.
Dr. Black Jack
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I thought they'd do Z on Switch first, oh well. Hype!!!
SuperLeviathan
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So, that's pretty much the nail in the coffin for both the DS line and Nintendo's "Switch is a home console" talk?
If the third Gen VII game is skipping the 3DS entirely for the Switch, I cannot think of any other possible conclusion.
If the third Gen VII game is skipping the 3DS entirely for the Switch, I cannot think of any other possible conclusion.
PepperJohn
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Switch is a home console dude. They are killing off the Wii U for it.
ShockingAlberto
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Just like the sequel to Kuru Kuru Kururin being on the Gamecube killed handhelds forever/made the Gamecube not a console
To a business, money now > money later. I bet a non-zero number of people who were ready to buy S/M and then hold off for "Stars" end up not buying "Stars" or a Switch at all. Ah well.
LegendofLex
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Switch is a home console.
They are deliberately killing off Wii U for it.
But they are also deliberately making the home console something that is portable.
Think about what that means.
This is actually much less true for Japanese businesses.
But when you put the handheld screen into the dock, your TV screen will say "Handheld only. Please disconnect to play."
If we're honest, no one is actually canceling their pre-order. Even if they do, more information available is better than less for those to decide what they do with their money.
I understand money now > money later (I run a business) but from a consumer state of mind, I'm okay with knowing this information to make a more informed decision. As a consumer, I don't care about Nintendo's coffers. Just more value for my money and better information on how to spend it.
Jawbreaker
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Yep, this is good for the consumer.
I was thinking transgender pokemon trainers, uterus themed z-attacks.
FunkyDealer
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Fingers crossed. Hopefully it won't have as bad framerate as Sun and Moon.
*snort*
As mentioned earlier, the Pokémon models that have been used since Gen VI have all been future-proofed for use on HD systems. Simply put it, the Pokémon models are insanely detailed, to the point where the 3DS can barely run them. The only thing about said Pokémon models that needs to be touched up are the textures.
That said, you have a point about the other graphical elements of the Gen VII games.
Obliterator
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Hell yes this is fantastic news as I don't currently have a 3DS. I'm honestly so hyped for Switch.
According to Emily Rogers, we have Pikmin 4, Retro's new game, & some other new IP to look forward to in terms of entirely new Switch games.
Cuningas de Häme
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Those having fun with my post did miss a point maybe. I mean, if that leaker is willing to do that, it is a short way to give info similar to what was given to SMD.
And think about it, if they'd leak some sensitive information to the main rivals of Nintendo? Tell something crucial about Nintendo's next console and then Sony and Microsoft could easily 1-up that, thus destroying Ninty's momentum?
Maybe I am oldfashioned, but I was raised to respect the contracts I make. I truly believe that people should act with honour. If you give your word, you need to keep to it. Is it so difficult consept for you?
That is the reason I hope that the persons leaking this stuff won't get a job in the industry again. Nothing personal, but I wouldn't want a person like that work for me.
And yeah, vidiagamez yada yada. Nothing serious.
And of course Nintendo won't be hurt (a lot) about this leak. It is Pokemon after all, that is like the hen laying those golden eggs.
It just irritates me when people act like these leakers are some kind of rebel heroes.
But live is life, na naa naa na na like some ancient philosopher said. Live and let die, flowers and all the hippie stuff.
EDIT. And I do not fear for Ninty's money, they will make lots of it regardless. Just don't like being dishonest, being it to other people or to contract.
And think about it, if they'd leak some sensitive information to the main rivals of Nintendo? Tell something crucial about Nintendo's next console and then Sony and Microsoft could easily 1-up that, thus destroying Ninty's momentum?
Maybe I am oldfashioned, but I was raised to respect the contracts I make. I truly believe that people should act with honour. If you give your word, you need to keep to it. Is it so difficult consept for you?
That is the reason I hope that the persons leaking this stuff won't get a job in the industry again. Nothing personal, but I wouldn't want a person like that work for me.
And yeah, vidiagamez yada yada. Nothing serious.
And of course Nintendo won't be hurt (a lot) about this leak. It is Pokemon after all, that is like the hen laying those golden eggs.
It just irritates me when people act like these leakers are some kind of rebel heroes.
But live is life, na naa naa na na like some ancient philosopher said. Live and let die, flowers and all the hippie stuff.
EDIT. And I do not fear for Ninty's money, they will make lots of it regardless. Just don't like being dishonest, being it to other people or to contract.
Dear god some negativity about how this announcement will hurt nintendo 
first, journalists cannot be corporation's mothers ... they say what they have as news and corporations be dammed.
second, i doubt this will decrese even 5% of pokemon's sales. Because most people who buy don't see this type of news and because IT IS A POKEMON GAME WITH THE MOST PREORDERS EVER this will sell like hotcakes don't matter what news appears
first, journalists cannot be corporation's mothers ... they say what they have as news and corporations be dammed.
second, i doubt this will decrese even 5% of pokemon's sales. Because most people who buy don't see this type of news and because IT IS A POKEMON GAME WITH THE MOST PREORDERS EVER this will sell like hotcakes don't matter what news appears
We really don't have any idea what else they have beyond closed doors. Not to mention whatever 3rd party stuff they have coming. I think the Mario x Rabbids game sounds like a cool.
Is this really the case? Bad frame rate? Lag? How does it struggle?
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