100%. I think the general population will be bewildered that this thing can't even do Netflix and they will have to switch to yet another device for that function. And guess what, the other device plays games. The other features are just normal to consoles and expected. Like really. I think the general public will be disappointed on why these common features do not exist on a tablet-like device.
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100%. I think the general population will be bewildered that this thing can't even do Netflix and they will have to switch to yet another device for that function. And guess what, the other device plays games. The other features are just normal to consoles and expected. Like really. I think the general public will be disappointed on why these common features do not exist on a tablet-like device.
Jason and Emily are big fans of Nintendo, but they are also honest. I'm sure the core fans aren't bothered by any of this news. but Ninty needs to sell this thing to people outside of that bubble too, doesn't seem like a good start.
I've never used video apps, internet browsing, Miiverse or Streetpass on any of my Nintendo Consoles so it really isn't a big deal in my eyes. I play them for the games and the experiences those games give me which I can't find on any other console.
Orniletter
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Literally not a single one of the last 5 systems (PS4, X1, 3DS, Wii U, Vita) supported a Virtual Console-esque service at launch.
It's downright unreasonable to expect Switch to come with an eShop filled to the brim with classics.
And I genuinely can't get over how hung up people seem to be over the lack of video apps and webbrowser.
Literally everyone in this thread has a dozen different ways to access the internet and to watch netflix/amazon. Yes, these things should make their way to the Switch sooner than later, but come on.
It's downright unreasonable to expect Switch to come with an eShop filled to the brim with classics.
And I genuinely can't get over how hung up people seem to be over the lack of video apps and webbrowser.
Literally everyone in this thread has a dozen different ways to access the internet and to watch netflix/amazon. Yes, these things should make their way to the Switch sooner than later, but come on.
Stairouais
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They probably didn't want to steal the spotlight from all those launch games.
You're right. It's like I'm being used or something.
I'll have to think on it while I play lots and lots of Zelda.
RichiRamjag
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Previews really aren't inspiring hope. I'm not gonna say it's trash or anything crazy, but this isn't the kind of buzz you want before release. Sync issues, barebones OS...
As usual, Nintendo continues to be its own worst enemy. Gonna wait and see if we get more word on these joycons though.
As usual, Nintendo continues to be its own worst enemy. Gonna wait and see if we get more word on these joycons though.
YuriLowell
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Poor GRIMES
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...Wait. So maybe with some defunct HDMI cable the connection might slip for a brief instance and the system might think it's gone to handheld mode when the joycons are out?
Maintenance
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Jason and Emily are big fans of Nintendo, but they are also honest. I'm sure the core fans aren't bothered by any of this news. but Ninty needs to sell this thing to people outside of that bubble too, doesn't seem like a good start.
Nah, people will just turn on them.
I'm pretty certain this was meant to originally release this fall, but for a multitude of reasons it's been decided to launch early.
I'm so torn, I love the idea and concept but it seems Nintendo is withholding a lot of info which never works out well, I'm 50/50if I'll pick one up launch week at the moment.
I'm so torn, I love the idea and concept but it seems Nintendo is withholding a lot of info which never works out well, I'm 50/50if I'll pick one up launch week at the moment.
You have seen very few launch then. Very few.
Also, delaying a console because it doesn't have the web browser no one will use and freaking Netflix is insane.
MicroByter
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Not sure if already addressed, but how long does it take to charge from say 10% to 100%? I can live with short battery life if it doesn't take 3 - 5 hours to charge back.
Jason and Emily are big fans of Nintendo, but they are also honest. I'm sure the core fans aren't bothered by any of this news. but Ninty needs to sell this thing to people outside of that bubble too, doesn't seem like a good start.
Actually those aren't the stuff that most consumers will care. Wii sold mostly of Wii Sports and how well it was demonstrated and went viral through many videos and word of mouth. Switch imo mostly relies on the idea of hybrid console and the joycons (depending on how well games like 1 2 Switch will be demonstrated).
Anyway those latest developments make it look even more like a soft launch.
Distresssss
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Right and are people going to try and convince me that stopping my game to pull up the web browser on the Switch is easier or faster or more beneficial than pulling out my Pixel XL? I'd laugh but it wouldn't be worth my effort. Same with Netflix, my phone and TV are both already better than any Switch implementation.
Okami Haundo
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Has anyone seen confirmation of My Nintendo point vouchers with the hardware/games? I've been betting that Switch would be the return of the point code for physical purchases and I hope I'm right. It'd be lame to drop all this money on Switch and only get points for digital stuff.
Spiral Insanity
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No VC confirmed... fuck.. we're going to have a trickling of VC releases, maybe even only when the online service launches and for a limited time.. or even worse, a fucking netflix-like subscription service for VC.
Ugh. Switch hype deflated by 40%. So much potential.
Ugh. Switch hype deflated by 40%. So much potential.
I guess I'm not like most other self-professed "gamers" - I enjoy playing the games the most, and pretty much don't care about the bullshit surrounding them.
On the subject of VC - not surprised, and no one should be. I'd also be willing to bet that for every 100 people bitching about it, maybe 1 of them spent more than 10 bucks on VC in the past.
On the subject of VC - not surprised, and no one should be. I'd also be willing to bet that for every 100 people bitching about it, maybe 1 of them spent more than 10 bucks on VC in the past.
MisterR
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Nintendo fans on Neogaf won't accept any complaint at all about Nintendo. They are militant in their devotion to Nintendo.
I don't care about Netflix (already have it on too many devices) or an internet browser (already have it on too many devices), but the lack of VC at launch really hurts. And it's not like I'm happy about the other features missing either. The whole thing just seems very rushed, probably because they wanted something to replace the long dead Wii U and the hardware was ready ready.
Still getting it at launch, because Zelda
Hmm, this is an interesting take. Everyone is blaming the joy-con, but maybe the hdmi cable is faulty? Would be nice if someone with sync issues could try using another hdmi so we can verify or falsify this.
OricWindstar
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Most of this is sounding great to me, but I will never understand how Nintendo manages to constantly mishandle the Virtual Console so badly. It could easily
be one of their biggest advantages over other systems.
be one of their biggest advantages over other systems.
thestopsign
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It's a beta test, barebones launch. As long as the controller connectivity problem isn't super problematic or wide spread, I am fine with the skimpy amount of OS features and the system as a whole.
Also does it only de-sync when off the Switch? Because I don't plan on using that configuration that often.
Also does it only de-sync when off the Switch? Because I don't plan on using that configuration that often.
GinoFelino
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You're missing the point.
Virtual Console at launch would be Nintendo itself taking attention away from third party published games.
You think a lot of people would buy Super Bomberman R if Super Bomberman 2 was a quarter of the price on VC the same week? How many people would get I Am Setsuna if Xenoblade Chronicles was available on VC at launch?
The_Darkest_Red
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Skittzo0413
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We know for a fact there will be media apps due to the option in the OS settings. It may not have Netflix at launch but if it gets Netflix even by May I think they'll be fine.
Tal Shiar Agent
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I didn't say it was necessarily a bad thing, but you can't deny what this launch actually is.
Joelstinton14
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This is no different to any other console launch in the online era. Basic consoles (although ps4 did a better job than most) with issues to iron out.
People keep saying this but there's no confirmation this is true. MyNintendo exists for mobile games, nothing has been announced for retail titles.
Jo Shishido's Cheeks
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Launching in March gives time for impressions to build amongst groups and the public versus having to launch with none of that in October/November against a new Microsoft system and a new line of iPhones and tablets and Samsung phones and all of the other expensive crap that comes in the holidays.
Blackleg-sanji1
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Called it a mile away but was told I thought know what defend means while the same poster sure enough didn't comment on the other part of the post
The only issue is the sync issue and even with that's it's unclear just how big of an issue it is. No one gives a damn about how barebones an OS is. You aren't buying an operating system. This isn't a computer. People need to stop acting as if that's a major factor in people's purchase decisions. It's not and has never been.
Distresssss
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It's a launch that enables me to play the new open-world Zelda portable.
The best kind of launch and the only kind that got me to get the console.
Oh I'm a long time Nintendo fan, I forgot what it means to get my hopes up.
broncobuster
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I don't understand why people bring this up, like they think the Switch isn't launching with an activity log but this is a dream console otherwise.
Schreier brought this up because it's illustrative of the problem, not because it's a deal-breaker in and of itself.
Putosaure
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Jason and Emily are big fans of Nintendo, but they are also honest. I'm sure the core fans aren't bothered by any of this news. but Ninty needs to sell this thing to people outside of that bubble too, doesn't seem like a good start.
Well, it's a videogame console so it play games.
Lack of VC is kinda unfortunate, but it will come soon.
No, I'm thinking EMI causing sync issues as I had said I had similar issues with my Wii U.