CaptainTiptop
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Got my early copy, some menus just won't let me push the A button for some reason? Can't end a turn because of it.
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New previews of Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle
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i noticed that glitch pop up once. i had to restart the game.
CaptainTiptop
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Yeah just restarted and changed joycons to make sure, weird
Garrett Hawke
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here is an image from portable with reasonably clear edges. it's got the switch's stupid compression on screenshots so i have no idea if it will be any use, but here you go.
Weltall Zero
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Gah, I keep forgetting they changed OTs to be up one day earlier rather than one week. Sorry, disregard me.
W1 mid boss & final boss made me real happy - there's gonna be some real depth and difficulty here
Otakumegane
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Is 3 party members the max at every point in the game?
Astral Dog
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omg its cute its even pointing the belly for you to rub it!
I guess I don't have anything to do this weekend after all. I'll deal with the consequences later!
Also the uglilest keychain ever, but his crotch is also a light, so I'm divided
Yours don't have a chain and a weird golf game 👎
purseowner
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Tore myself away from Kiwami long enough to play World 1-1 to 1-3. I love it.
TharpDaddy
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Can anyone who got it early get a read on how battery life is with the game undocked?
Don't have the game but I can imagine it's one of the more battery intensive titles. Probably 2.5-3 hours at maximum.
Hero-of-Time
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I've been playing from a full charge for about an hour and a half and I'm down to 50% battery power.
Just finished the first world and I'm absolutely loving it. There's a nice bit of challenge to the game even at this early stage, especially if you are trying to keep everyone alive in order to get top marks post battle.
The music is amazing. Both original tunes and classic remixes have had me grinning from ear to ear. Grant Kirkhope doing Gods work here.
Buggers havent even shipped mine yet
TharpDaddy
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Thanks! I'm glad, I was worried it'd be particularly bad on battery, but that'll definitely be good enough for me on the go.
After a couple of hours play I can definitely say it's awesome! It's dangerously addictive, very accessible and just generally a joy to play. The game looks gorgeous and runs very smoothly. I'm getting more and more enemy types now and the challenge is starting to ramp up, so I don't think anyone needs to worry about it being too easy that's for sure.
It seems that each level segment so to speak is broken down into two battles, and more often than not you have to carry over your health from the first battle into the second fight which can be quite hard going. There's a decent range of weapons and abilities to unlock. Traversing the game world is quite lovely really cos it feels so smooth and looks so delightful, and there's some (so far very light) puzzles to solve as you're walking around the world.
It gives you the option before a big fight to quickly turn on easy mode if you have your kids playing.
It seems that each level segment so to speak is broken down into two battles, and more often than not you have to carry over your health from the first battle into the second fight which can be quite hard going. There's a decent range of weapons and abilities to unlock. Traversing the game world is quite lovely really cos it feels so smooth and looks so delightful, and there's some (so far very light) puzzles to solve as you're walking around the world.
It gives you the option before a big fight to quickly turn on easy mode if you have your kids playing.
From most previews I've read, battle seems to be good, so I can definitely cross that out from my list of concern. What about exploration? Is it a linear path just for the sake of leading to the next battle?
Hero-of-Time
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There are a few different paths here and there that usually lead to coins or a collectible of some sort. There's seems to be plenty to look out for and some of the paths can't be opened until new abilities are found.
the verticality in the game surprised me. there seems to be a strong emphasis on mobility and placement.
luigi being a sniper and being able to 'double hop' on both team members to a far distance is awesome. have him jump on a rabbid towards mario, off mario on to a high ledge and then snipe people is very satisfying.
what was the objective? get to a certain point? kill X enemies?
OfficerRaichu15
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Damn these impressions are glowing.
So excited for Tuesday.
So excited for Tuesday.
Hispanicguy
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3 random screenshots I took. This is during handheld mode:
The game is awesome! Currently in World 1.
Battles are smooth and fun. Using cover...tripping up the enemy then using an ally to jump to higher ground to get the advantage...there's definitely strategy.
Exploring the levels can lead to more coins treasure boxes. You might enouncter a section that's blocked off but if you continue on the path, you may find a switch that lets you access that previously locked path. There were some places I couldn't access until I get a new ability. Again, I'm only in World 1 so nothing has been tricky in this regard but exploring is fun.
It's nice to see Mario & company interact with new people that are not part of the Mushroom Kingdom. I never really cared for the Rabbids but they add humor.
Overall, I'm excited to dive in some more. I would love more weird collaborations like this.
The game is awesome! Currently in World 1.
Battles are smooth and fun. Using cover...tripping up the enemy then using an ally to jump to higher ground to get the advantage...there's definitely strategy.
Exploring the levels can lead to more coins treasure boxes. You might enouncter a section that's blocked off but if you continue on the path, you may find a switch that lets you access that previously locked path. There were some places I couldn't access until I get a new ability. Again, I'm only in World 1 so nothing has been tricky in this regard but exploring is fun.
It's nice to see Mario & company interact with new people that are not part of the Mushroom Kingdom. I never really cared for the Rabbids but they add humor.
Overall, I'm excited to dive in some more. I would love more weird collaborations like this.
Yeah, think I'm going to bite now. Was going to wait until Monday's review embargo but it seems like those are going to be glowing. The question is do I play this or Kiwami first.... I mean, I'm definitely more hyped for Kiwami as a die-hard Yakuza fan, but it's a known quantity for me. This, I'm not sure if I'll like or not.
Edit: Looks like Amazon made my decision for me. Kiwami is expected Tuesday, Rabbids Thursday. So I can at least start on Kiwami while I wait.
Twilight Princess
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Rabbids > mario. Maro is the most boring the stale character in video game history.
Diprosalic
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dumbest opinion of the day.
CharminUltra
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Mad jelly at some of ya'll right now
Hero-of-Time
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You guys are in for a treat. I'd be very surprised to read/see much negativity in regards to what's on offer here.
Having unlocked a new move, I'm now working my way back through the hub area of the first world to find some more goodies. I ended up coming across a secret area!
Hero-of-Time
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Have you been going for perfect rankings? I think that's where a lot of the challenge is in the main campaign. There are also a bunch of challenges that become available soon after finishing the first area.
Twilight Princess
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OH YEAH?? Your opinion is even DUMBER than dumbest!!!
Thats why they add Rabbids in this games, it's make this game perfect for you.
OfficerRaichu15
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Could it get a 90+ on Metacritic?Whatever concerns you have (Easy difficulty, variety etc.), you can dismiss them!
This game is a must have title.
It's so well made. The developes really cared about this project. You can feel it while playing.
I just want to keep playing
Seems like it doesn't have really any major flaws to really prevent it going by everyone's impressions.
Whatever concerns you have (Easy difficulty, variety etc.), you can dismiss them!
This game is a must have title.
It's so well made. The developes really cared about this project. You can feel it while playing.
I just want to keep playing
What about game length? I'm very very close to paying it.
blu
Wants the largest console games publisher to avoid Nintendo's platforms.
So while desperately checking if my amazon pre-order has magically moved forward its shipping date, I accidentally noticed Rabbids Kingdom Battle is currently #1 switch bestseller on amazon.de.
Good job, #dontcryubisoftman!
Good job, #dontcryubisoftman!
So pretty much a lock that this is a solid game? No dealbreaking complaints from any early bird players? Love XCOM, in the mood for SP Switch content and can preorder for release day delivery but would miss the review embargo so just making sure I won't get burned.
Usually at least one early impression is negative so this much glowing praise is getting me amped up.
Usually at least one early impression is negative so this much glowing praise is getting me amped up.
I have this same dilemma, on top of Absolver and XCOM 2 War of the Chosen. I stream my initial playthroughs of Yakuza games for my friends so I won't touch it until they're around, playing Absolver in online/co-op with another friend. Think it'd be cool to play Mario/Rabbids in tandem with XCOM 2 just to compare and contrast the two, so I'll probably do that. What a crazy release day, lol.
And I still kinda wanna pick up Everybody's Golf that day too, oh gods.
wild wild rice
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This game is gonna be delicious.
Hispanic! At the Disco
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Hahaha yea, im pretty sure its bugged. It sticks out a little past the waterfall next to it and all the clouds move with you.
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