As someone who has 100%'ed (ie; no damage, no save, speed ran) Shovel Knight, I found trying to play with the joycon grip a disaster. Now that we have a Pro Controller it's one million times better.
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Canadian Gaming Deals & Discussion 8: Don't Move Here For The Deals
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As someone who has 100%'ed (ie; no damage, no save, speed ran) Shovel Knight, I found trying to play with the joycon grip a disaster. Now that we have a Pro Controller it's one million times better.
Yes you can.
Technically their site says "at the discretion of the store manager" but for the most part you shouldn't have a problem.
Because my shipped copy comes with the free pre-order controller skin that I don't wanna return
catpurrcat
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Unfortunately I don't have Zelda yet so I can't try it out in-game, but I like holding the JoyCons sans grip. Feels the best to not have my arms tethered to each other while playing
I did get a Pro Controller though, I expect to use that a lot for 2D games in particular
I've been playing Zelda without the grip. I like it the best of my options but I also don't have a pro controller. The controllers fit nicely in my hands *I have tiny baby hands*.
I thought the D-pad would be the biggest reason to need the Pro controller, but honestly it's the fact you can push the B button without your thumb running into the analog stick. I was slightly annoyed that they didn't use circle pads on the Joy-Con to make them more compact, but now I'm really annoyed after realizing just how cumbersome it is having this stupid thing sticking out and getting in the way.
Preferring circle pads over analog sticks is, pardon my french, fucking insane.
HamsterPackage
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Well I got 20$ credit from Amazon for the switch not arriving yesterday, My daughter gets to stare at switch games that she cant play all weekend.
Never had an issue with circle pads. If anything they're easier to control because you just move your thumb in a plane rather than a weird arc.
You're alone friend.
AzureSkies
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given up on trying to find a switch before wednesday
i'll just deal with it now
fuck me
i'll just deal with it now
fuck me
Haha I tried putting the straps on the JoyCons to see if they were more comfortable that way, but instantly decided they made them too chunky
*baby hands bro fist*
Try buying on amazon japan nintendo eshop cards, I did that last night with a visa card and random japaneses billing address and works!
Yeah I know about that but cutting that extra step and buying exact funds when needed would be a lot better.
Quick question
Is the Hori Tough Pouch for the Switch as thin as the Nintendo case? Just about to buy the latter, if not, but I'm short on time
Is the Hori Tough Pouch for the Switch as thin as the Nintendo case? Just about to buy the latter, if not, but I'm short on time
Huh. Didn't even know that was a thing.
The grip is literally just a piece of plastic for added comfort, the joycons don't care if you use them physically joined together or not.
Personally I tried to play Zelda with the joycons in each hand and I didn't like it, they are too small for my hands to get a good hold of them.
catpurrcat
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No idea vs the nintendo case, but the tough pouch is tough enough i would not worry at all putting it in my backpack with books, ipad, lunch container, etc.
Honestly my hope was in the other direction. I don't need much protection. Just need some kind of case and for it to be fairly thin. I just checked out the Hori at EB Games and it's definitely thicker than the Nintendo case. So I got a cheap, ugly Biogenik sleeve that'll do fine until I can snag the official one.
Yeah I just hadn't considered it. I'll give it a shot...
Mega Man's Electric Sheep
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Any word on what the Canadian eshop prices are for the indies on Switch? Is Snipperclips $28.19 like they do for $19.99 US titles on Wii U? Is Shovel Knight $35?
I'm not crazy, you changed your username, right?
Mega Man's Electric Sheep
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So I looked on Nintendo.ca, Snipperclips is indeed $28.19, but the more expensive Shovel Knight Treasure Trove is $27.99, and Fast RMX is $24.99. No consistency lol
Bronetta
Ask me about the moon landing or the temperature at which jet fuel burns. You may be surprised at what you learn.
$40 folks.
Im gonna sit on the $500 credit I have at EB and wait till Nintendo gets its shit together, if ever.
SuperPoncho
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I've been waiting for SDM here in Winnipeg to get the switch so I can use my $210 in points.
It seems Nintendo is screwing us more than the third parties...
Somehow this isn't surprising me.
oreomunsta
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$20? Damn, they gave me $5
HamsterPackage
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It's been an ongoing problem with Canada Post, saying they attempt delivery when I'm home and not getting the notice of attempted delivery till the mail comes the next day (which proves that they didnt even come to my door) I then have to pickup my items from the nearest postal depot which defeats the whole purpose of Amazon in the first place.
I also mentioned that I received my games on Friday but the switch didn't and now my daughter is just looking at game cases instead of playing them.
Anyone in Montreal looking to sell a Switch to a fellow Gaffer?
I also have the following to trade:
- Watch Dogs 2 (PS4)
- Xbox One Elite Controller
- Bayonetta 2 (Wii U)
- Mario Kart 8 (Wii U)
- Xenoblade Chronicles X (Wii U)
- Zelda Twilight Princess (Wii U)
- New 3DS XL console (Black) + Games (Majora's mask, SMT 4, MH Ultimate)
- Wii U console + Pro controller
I also have the following to trade:
- Watch Dogs 2 (PS4)
- Xbox One Elite Controller
- Bayonetta 2 (Wii U)
- Mario Kart 8 (Wii U)
- Xenoblade Chronicles X (Wii U)
- Zelda Twilight Princess (Wii U)
- New 3DS XL console (Black) + Games (Majora's mask, SMT 4, MH Ultimate)
- Wii U console + Pro controller
Yeah, I did.
You are looking for a switch console? Why don't you just trade those at EB games? Or Quebec is not included on the promo?
catpurrcat
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Understandable. I had a softer case for my 3ds, soft exterior with a pliable interior (kind of like putting cardboard between fabric. Keeps its shape, but squishes.
Went with Hori for both 3ds and Switch. Harder, bulkier, etc
Ah good, just needed to make sure I wasn't seeing things, lol
You can try. I cancelled my Zelda SE that Amazon charged me for.
catpurrcat
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Just trade to EB. Double trade in credit. If they dont have consoles, they can put it towards a future game(s), then move the deposit over to the system when it comes back in stock (their idea, not mine).
You've got at least $400 (probably over $500) in credit there assuming values haven't changed since Jan.
DeathByBacklog
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You have more than enough in trade value to get one at EB games. If they dont have one in stock just preorder a bunch of Switch games coming out later and pick up when they do.
The thing about the pro controller is that I definitely agree that it's worthwhile getting and is necessary to play a lot of games. The price tag ruins this and not only that but If I were to play multiplayer games it seems like whoever gets joycons/grip is getting the gimped controller, so I feel compelled to buy two.... which for $200 heck no.
It's like back in the day when you'd give your friend that shitty mad catz controller. I might have to get the hori controller instead.
It's like back in the day when you'd give your friend that shitty mad catz controller. I might have to get the hori controller instead.
They have a promo right now. $150 for WiiU, $50 for MK8, around 50-55 for XCX and TP etc. All of these are pre-tax too. It's definitely worth it. Try trading those at your local store.
catpurrcat
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This. Check the EB website under the Recycled offers section. Some months you get excellent promos. People were buying watch dogs and ffxv for $50 in Nov (from WM and Amazon), then trading in Jan for the double value event for $48-$50.
Grease Bits
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If you're trading towards another Switch item at EB, you'll get $80 credit ($40 x 2) for BotW on Wii U.
A friend of mine did this today with the one he forgot to cancel. Doesn't even make sense.
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