Support NeoGAF

[Rob_27]

Mafia The Old Country..

 

[Danjin44]

Red Dead 2

I personally have zero interest in that game.

If you bring multiplatform game to Switch 2 then give me Sekiro and Armored Core VI.

 

[Kacho]

Oh that's what you meant. You got to talk a bit more man lol.

I guess it depends on how much they value I.P. that aren't Resident Evil, Onimusha, and Monster Hunter. For example they threw 3 remastered DMC games together in a collection for 30. I think there are a few Clover I.P. they feel are valued far below DMC 1-3, even if they have diehard fanbases.

I think for P.N. 03, Godhand, and Maximo 1 and 2, individual sales of each might be a day 1 sales figure failure.

I doubt they value much of it at all, but they did throw us a bone with Onimusha so who knows.

Of the obscure PS2 era Capcom games, I'd say Haunting Grounds has the most potential.

I'd love to see Clock Tower 3 and Godhand personally, but both are too weird and niche. They would sell 500 copies combined.

 

[Dacvak]

Aw man this is a partner showcase? I've been getting myself hyped at the idea of getting a date for Prime 4.

Damn.

 

[MagiusNecros]

Hope they talk about Duskbloods and tell us if it requires NSO or if they have an offline mode planned so I know whether to skip it or not.

I somehow still wish we will get a MP4 release date so I know when I can give them some money.

 

[March Climber]

I'd love to see Clock Tower 3 and Godhand personally, but both are too weird and niche. They would sell 500 copies combined.

And that's exactly why they'd fare better when packaged with other games in a collection.

I think with Onimusha they took a very calculated risk. It was an RE-adjacent franchise much like Dino Crisis. The franchise had really good sales back then, especially part 3 with Jean Reno. Also, they kept taking surveys about most wanted franchises and Onimusha would appear near the top. And yes, that makes the ignoring of Dino Crisis a bit of an enigma on their end.

Godhand and P.N.03 on the other hand have been forgotten. Gene and Vanessa couldn't even make it into any crossover games, even though they had not one, not two, but six opportunities to be put into one or at least as a guest character in a SF title.

 

[Oberstein]

Red Dead Prime, The Old Halo.

 

[Kacho]

And that's exactly why they'd fare better when packaged with other games in a collection.

I think with Onimusha they took a very calculated risk. It was an RE-adjacent franchise much like Dino Crisis. The franchise had really good sales back then, especially part 3 with Jean Reno. Also, they kept taking surveys about most wanted franchises and Onimusha would appear near the top. And yes, that makes the ignoring of Dino Crisis a bit of an enigma on their end.

Godhand and P.N.03 on the other hand have been forgotten. Gene and Vanessa couldn't even make it into any crossover games, even though they had not one, not two, but six opportunities to be put into one or at least as a guest character in a SF title.

I do my part by buying all the old stuff they put out (often double dip) so I'm game for whatever. Just not getting my hopes up.

 

[Evil Calvin]

Of course but I can at least play those games on my PS5 but Muramasa is stuck on dead system….I desperately need this game to come out on Switch 2 or PS5 or both.

True.

I have the Muramasa collectors edition with the scroll. Played a bunch of it a long time ago. Need to hook my Wii back up and give it another go (along with House of the Dead: Overkill.....which also seems to only be available on Wii and PS3)

 

[WhiteWaterM00se]

I think we definitely see easy picks like: Minecraft, Madden, EA FC, NBA 2k, and Mortal Kombat HD Trilogy.

Hopefully see: 007 something *else*. Splinter Cell, Virtua Fighter, Halo, and Horizon or Uncharted trilogy. Also would LOVE to see NHL get announced. RDR2 and REmakes seem likely too.

 

[ADiTAR]

I'm expecting all RE remakes coming to S2.

 

[Gryllis]

I wonder how much will actually be new games versus old stuff you could have already played on other platforms coming to Switch 2.

Expectations are low.

 

[ADiTAR]

I wonder how much will actually be new games versus old stuff you could have already played on other platforms coming to Switch 2.

Expectations are low.

I'm gonna assume big games like Elden Ring will get more exposure, but I think really old ports will be in a sizzle reel.

 

[Woopah]

I'm also interested to see if they are going to add some value to these ports, if they don't have hooks, people might not have the incentive to by them.

Also FF7 info would be nice.

Most ports will just be similar to what is already on other consoles. Some might add mouse support maybe.

 

[Barakov]

6 AM PT
Partner Showcase

 

[WhiteWaterM00se]

I wonder how much will actually be new games versus old stuff you could have already played on other platforms coming to Switch 2.

Expectations are low.

I think there is an opportunity for some "old games" to be just as popular as new games. Should Halo or Uncharted show up on non Microsoft/Sony platforms, that would be BIG!

Older games showing up in a new form like Splinter Cell, MvC3 Ultimate, or FFIX Remake. Those would be big also.

The sports games get a "meh" from most, so does COD. But those are probably most important.

More and more I believe this generation most console owners will choose one console due to economic and world conditions. Which ever that is, they will welcome ports from other consoles.

 

[Lionel Richie]

Aw man this is a partner showcase? I've been getting myself hyped at the idea of getting a date for Prime 4.

Damn.

That's probably Nintendo Today bound at this point.

 

[MrJangles]

Personally I'd love to see the Tomb Raider 'reboot' trilogy ported.

 

[Gripsx]

Gimme MGS collection switch 2 edition,
MGS collection part 2 and MGS Delta

 

[DeceptiveAlarm]

Partner showcase is more interesting with Switch 2. Now Nintendo got a pretty powerful system. The possibilities are endless, especially with recent developments where both MS and Sony plan to release their games on Switch 2

I get it. I don't play portable often at all. So I use it for first party. Otherwise its a less powerful ps5. I understand why some would be excited though.

 

[hououinkyouma00]

6 AM PT
Partner Showcase

Maybe you should live in a better part of the country then.

#eastcoastmasterrace

 

[Codes 208]

I'm kinda hoping this will be when ms finally confirms halo mcc will on switch 2 (and ps by proxy after the direct)

 

[NanaMiku]

More Japanese games please

 

[BlakeofT]

Really hoping Metaphor gets announced!

 

[Jacobson]

if persona 4 revival isn't announced here I'll lose my faith in Atlus

 

[rkofan87]

Hoping the tales of remake is here

 

[Dr. Wilkinson]

I think the biggest news to come out of this is that they have removed the "Mini" monicker from Partner Directs. This is the first time since the "Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase" was invited beginning in 2020 because of COVID, that the terminology has changed. Not earth shattering, but news nonetheless!

Partner Directs can be great, expecting some good stuff as usual. And now even more excited for the inevitable Gamescom/ early September big Fall Direct. Been a long time since Nintendo has had a major presence at Gamescom. Expecting that to be a big one for sure.

From this? Honestly just some info on Tarnished Edition. Even though I'm not buying it on a Nintendo system.

 

[applesaucejaxon]

I think we definitely see easy picks like: Minecraft, Madden, EA FC, NBA 2k, and Mortal Kombat HD Trilogy.

Hopefully see: 007 something *else*. Splinter Cell, Virtua Fighter, Halo, and Horizon or Uncharted trilogy. Also would LOVE to see NHL get announced. RDR2 and REmakes seem likely too.

NHL would make my day. I'm not counting on it, though. I'm buying Madden on Switch in the hopes that enough people will do the same to make EA feel it's worth porting over their other games - specifically NHL.

 

[FoxMcChief]

Sadly tomorrow is my kids first day of school, so I will have to catch up afterwards.

Kids ruin everything!

 

[nial]

I think the biggest news to come out of this is that they have removed the "Mini" monicker from Partner Directs. This is the first time since the "Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase" was invited beginning in 2020 because of COVID, that the terminology has changed. Not earth shattering, but news nonetheless!

Partner Directs can be great, expecting some good stuff as usual. And now even more excited for the inevitable Gamescom/ early September big Fall Direct. Been a long time since Nintendo has had a major presence at Gamescom. Expecting that to be a big one for sure.

From this? Honestly just some info on Tarnished Edition. Even though I'm not buying it on a Nintendo system.

It isn't.

Indie World Showcase + Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 8.27.2024 - Nintendo Official Site

Watch an Indie World Showcase followed by a Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase! Both presentations back-to-back, are roughly 40 minutes in total. Please note, there will be no mention of the Nintendo Switch successor during either of these presentations.

www.nintendo.com

 

[Dr. Wilkinson]

It isn't.

Indie World Showcase + Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 8.27.2024 - Nintendo Official Site

Watch an Indie World Showcase followed by a Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase! Both presentations back-to-back, are roughly 40 minutes in total. Please note, there will be no mention of the Nintendo Switch successor during either of these presentations.

www.nintendo.com

As you point out, that was a combo dealie, combining an Indie World with a Partner Showcase, which they've also never done before. 2024 was also odd anyway, because it was a clear console transition and they went nearly a full calendar year without a traditional general Direct (September 2023 until June 2034), but regardless. My point is clear: they have officially moved past the Mini monicker in regards to Partner Directs. It's been a long 5 year journey.

 

[VolticArchangel]

I'm just hoping this isn't a bunch of ports.

 

[Furball]

25 minute of Partner show case . it will be nothing but port and remaster . All the past partner showcase were terrible , i dont know howsome people can expect anything from it .

 

[FoxMcChief]

I'm hoping for a few shadow drops. I've got eshop gift cards burning a hole in my pocket.

 

[Zuzu]

Star Wars Outlaws will be there I reckon.

 

[Hudo]

I personally have zero interest in that game.

If you bring multiplatform game to Switch 2 then give me Sekiro and Armored Core VI.

agreed.

 

[AREYOUOKAY?]

I must will a new Mega Man into existence just as I willed the remaining once Japan only Ace Attorney games we never got before.

 

[Ogbert]

Suspect Diablo 4 will be announced.

That said, 3 is miles better.

 

[ADiTAR]

Maybe level 5, the Prof Layton game?

 

[FUBARx89]

RDR2? Halo MCC? GTA V? Helldivers 2? (Would it be possible to run HD2)

Could be some big games announced.

 

[IlGialloMondadori]

Suspect Diablo 4 will be announced.

That said, 3 is miles better.

I disagree. Diablo 3 is fun, but I hate the art style and the heaven stuff. 4 is better in every way imo, notably art and music.

 

[Pasta la Vista]

Partner showcase, so no Metroid Prime 4 release date or new gameplay... dammit.
Maybe some stuff from MS, SE and Capcom. Feel like all the RE remakes is almost a given.

 

[Nintendo's Witch]

My first Nintendo Direct as an actual Nintendo console owner lol

 

[Baemono]

I wonder if it will have local co-op.

Doubt it, it's disabled on the Steam Deck, and the Switch 2 is basically a Steam Deck

 

[FoxMcChief]

RDR2? Halo MCC? GTA V? Helldivers 2? (Would it be possible to run HD2)

Could be some big games announced.

I mean, it's going to run on the Series S, so it most definitely is possible to run on the Switch 2.

 

[Hookshot]

My first Nintendo Direct as an actual Nintendo console owner lol

There is a song you might have heard, it's lyrics are "Things can only get better"

 

[Södy]

NHL would make my day. I'm not counting on it, though. I'm buying Madden on Switch in the hopes that enough people will do the same to make EA feel it's worth porting over their other games - specifically NHL.

Playtest was last week only on PS5 and XBOX unfortunately, so chances are pretty low.

 

[BlackTron]

My first Nintendo Direct as an actual Nintendo console owner lol

Welcome to the crazy house.

 

[yogaflame]

Same day with BF6 multiplayer video preview.

 

[Halfkut]

Sweet this starts right when I finish work!

Got a switch 2 yesterday and loving DK and Mario kart so far. hopefully they've got some more cool stuff on the horizon