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Nintendo Switch Discussion Thread (Question of the Day, Countdown, etc)
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I mostly had the DS in mind but hey, you're not wrong. The Joy Con is a gimmicky concept, but not to the extent of what we've seen in their 4 previous consoles.
DS/3DS software continuance will be important to me, and I really hope it does. I'm okay with two screens being gone for the sake of hybrid, though.
Even Nintendo first party stuff, I feel they need smaller, experimental titles alongside their big guns and they often did that on handheld. That said, things like Captain Toad show they see place for that on a main console too.
Even Nintendo first party stuff, I feel they need smaller, experimental titles alongside their big guns and they often did that on handheld. That said, things like Captain Toad show they see place for that on a main console too.
Milly Osworth
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It's impossible to predict what Capcom would do. But one thing is certain, they're not as rich and resourceful as western companies and likes of Square-enix, they can't just port everything they want. And they cannot take risks, financial failures hurt them more compared to others.
If Nintendo wants some Capcom games on Switch, they can make some agreement with them just like they did with Monster Hunter on 3DS. But MvCI and RE7 suggest that they're not in some agreement with Nintendo and they're making games with PS4 in mind. Difficult to port titles, they'll stay where they are just like Resident Evil 6 did. Plus, they have some titles for 3DS in 2017, it's very possible that they can sit Switch first year out.
But if they're planning to release some remasters in 2017, we might see them on Switch, but they have announced no remaster for 2017 for now.
If it's indeed a relatively trivial task to make versions of their game for the Switch, I think it'll be a mistake to not release most if not all their portfolio of software on the platform.
Because some people don't want to buy a PS4? They have a PC for that.
Plus taking it on-the-go with you.
I Wanna Be The Guy
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The same reason I wanted to play third party games on Vita. Portability. Plus if you want the best looking and running version of a game, PS4 isn't even the best option for multiplatform games...
Some Nobody
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Down this road lies Nintendo eventually becoming a third party developer themselves.
The Switch could get away with a lot of extra third party support 'cause it's a portable system, and a lot of gamers find that appealing. This is a good thing.
No it doesn't. Nintendo will maintain its position as a hardware manufacturer on the back of providing something very different to the the rest. Japanese games, Console experience. Not by getting the big EA and Ubi games. The market is already small for pretend-PCs. Offering a product that stands out. Not being another 3rd party machine. Western 3rd party support is a bonus, not a necessity.
What will hurt Capcom most is not establishing a viable future home for Monster Hunter post-3DS. That franchise has been basically keeping them afloat the past several years and they need to ensure it continues.
I think we'll see Monster Hunter XX at launch in Japan, day and date with the 3DS version. We'll probably also get confirmation of MH5 being done ground up for Switch. Maybe other stuff too like Stories or Frontier Z ports early on.
MVCI doesn't look like a "difficult to port" title either imo. It's pretty unimpressive visually and runs on UE4. I could easily see a Switch port announced later for a release alongside the other versions, much like what happened with UMVC3 Vita. And maybe the UMVC3 remaster too.
As for other titles I can see DGS2 being a Switch game (platform wasn't confirmed yet afaik), and other AA games could easily be ported like the recent AA4 HD. RE7 is iffier as it's a custom engine but again the game doesn't look very visually impressive, probably due to PSVR limiting what can be done. Capcom's been going port and remaster happy with the older games too so digital or collection releases of those wouldn't be a surprise (REmake, RE0, RE4, RE5, RE6). Don't forget that by virtue of being a handheld as well older ports don't necessaurily carry the same stigma they might if Switch was a pure home console. Personally I'm hoping for Okami HD with touchscreen/motion support.
I think the most controversial possibility would be if Capcom can get a version of SFV out on Switch. That probably comes down what exactly their exclusivity deal with Sony entails but SSFIV was pretty huge on 3DS and really SFV could use all the help it can get regarding sales. There might be an opportunity here.
You can also bet on Capcom being big on whatever form Switch Virtual Console takes. I'm sure MM1-7, FF1-3, MMX1-3, BOF1-2, GNG/SGNG and multiple versions of SF2 are primed and ready for Drip Feed 4.0.
Jon Carter
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The first three Crash on a Nintendo system would feel surreal, for me. Logically though, it has a good chance of happening because they wouldn't want to miss a chance to call a major third-party game "exclusive," I guess.
Sure, I'll play. I'll also underline the ones I actually would want.
Nintendo doesn't have the kind of leverage to net exclusives in the current climate. The best they can hope for is the take-off of viable multi-platform development in Japan, as that will strengthen the Japanese market, and I'm sure many a publisher in Japan will be thankful to Nintendo for that. If Switch succeeds in doing that, then I can see a possibility for that to occur.
ChrisMahoney
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I don't have a PS4. I'd love to be able to buy 1 device for my 3rd party games, handheld games, and Nintendo console games.
A lot of the third party titles being bandied about are Japanese though, at least the ones I'm paying attention to
.I think Switch has huge potential as regards Japanese third party games. I want it to see that potential through. I'd love a system that combined Nintendo, 3DS support, and some PS ecosystem support, particularly PS4/Vita stuff. All on the go.
Western third parties are gravy, gravy I don't care much about. The western games I like to play tend to be PC exclusive or at least PC oriented. I do think it is hard to predict how Switch will do with the west. Will it just attract the Nintendo/portable niche? Or will hybrid push out of that niche?
Cuningas de Häme
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I don't see why anyone would like to play 3rd party on PS4. You have PC for that.
Switch at least has the portable aspect...
Gotdatmoney
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If I can avoid buying a PS4 I would prefer to do that because I don't play enough games to want to add extra clutter and the expense as well. If people can get all the games they want on one console why wouldn't they?
It's hard for many core gamers to understand that other's financial means might be limited to afford a second or even a third gaming platform. It also seems to be a difficult concept to grasp that a lot of people don't want to clutter their living rooms/areas with dedicated devices if there is an option to get the maximum of use out of one gaming console. I for example only have a PS4 right next to my TV and soon a Switch, and if possible in the future I would like to reduce them to only one platform. Time constraints and shifting interest are factors that should be taken into account, studies and work don't allow me to dedicate resources to more than one platform.
As I posted already in this thread, about that...
https://telltale.com/news/2016/12/e...s---a-new-frontier-epic-two-episode-premiere/
Gotdatmoney
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Pretty much same for me. Last 2 generations In had the Nintendo and the Sony system but these days I just play way less games and my interests have expanded to other areas and I have work and other stuff. I'd love to own both and wouldn't actually be opposed but if Switch has enough multiplats and they are fully featured enough I may jut have no real reason to add another system. I have stacks of WiiU, Wii, 3DS and PS3 games I haven't even played. Adding 2 more systems to it just seems unnecessary.
Probably not a means for any kind of long term survival.
Capcom went all in on the 3DS in the launch window tbh, SSFIV and REvelations, both looking incredible for the hardware too.
metalslimer
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Revelations didn't come during the launch windows. Mercenaries 3d did though.
Oh right. My bad
There is no MH 3 Ultimate for anything except WiiU/3DS.
Jon Carter
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Yeah I think unless I find a new job soon, the earliest I'd be able to get the Switch is May. I really want to be there day one though. My hype level is through the roof.
Colonel Mustard
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Mercs 3D was severely underrated. I still boot it up every so often. The last time I checked, my play time was hovering somewhere near the 100 hour mark.
Really wouldn't mind a Switch sequel with new areas and maybe some reimagined old ones.
Maybe a bit later than may for me, I'm getting a PS4 this month. So it really depends on when I clear my debts. It should mostly be paid off by may, but I can still wait.
Pasedo
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I think people should have lowered expectations. I don't think the dock will do anything but project the screen to a bigger screen. What I liked about the Wii u screen was being able to play it in bed with no noticeable lag. I'll be using the Switch in small screen mode 90% of the time even at home. Actually the Wii U screen play mode from many comments ive read was one of its most talked up features. I think I even read somewhere that people were powering their Wii Us on trains and public transport to play on the controller screen. I think all Nintendo has essentially done is give us a Wii U that is truly portable. Hopefully this time with proper 3rd party support.
JoshuaJSlone
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There was MH3. If Switch gets a late version of a game with added content and a word added to the name, people will still consider it a late version of the game.
Jon Carter
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Not the same game, not the same content.
What next, you will consider Pokemon Stars a late version?
Why wouldn't I play those games on Switch? I'm already holding off games to play them on there. Like DQ Builders, Stardew Valley and SteamWorld Heist.
Joeshabadoo
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In theory we can totally see software come out that involves fundamentally different gameplay modes when docked vs on-the-go. There's potentially compelling concepts surrounding that, but devs would need to tread very carefully. The seamless transitioning between the two modes would need to be at the core of it
Dark Cloud
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We haven't had a Switch leak in awhile. I think we're due for one. 🤗
GinoFelino
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There's gonna be a huge leak in about a month.
Principate
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Japanese traditional games are dying a quick death so your not disagreeing with him.
Especially if we are closer to the event, if we don't hear anything much this month then the week near the actually event will be the time for some leaks.
Dark Cloud
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Say whatttt? 🎉
User123456
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SSFIV running at a smooth 60FPS on 3DS still blows my mind to this day. Hopefully Switch can get something like that for Mahvel.
GinoFelino
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It was a joke, guys.
I'm talking about the event.
I hope there's no more leaks and we can have some fun looking forward to Nintendo having something left to reveal.
I wrote that because I expect at least something else to be leaked before the event or at least hinted by the usual "leakers" since its been a pattern for the past couple of conferences.
It was more of an addition than a sudden reaction because of what you said.
Dark Cloud
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I know you were talking about the event. I was just playing along with you lol.
JoshuaJSlone
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GinoFelino
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Ha, my bad. Anyway; I am expecting basically everything to leak in the weeks leading up to the event. Wish it were different, but them's the breaks.
Polioliolio
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All I would want to play on switch are Nintendo published games, or switch exclusives.
If it's also on PC or ps4, there's no way of play on switch.
That said, I'm now a little excited for switch and its Nintendo made games.
If it's also on PC or ps4, there's no way of play on switch.
That said, I'm now a little excited for switch and its Nintendo made games.
Okami Haundo
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So here's my crackpot theory of the day... Capcom sold the license for Okami to Nintendo and they're letting Platinum make Okami 2 proper. I base this on nothing more than my obsession with Okami and that Capcom no longer lists it on their site or online store. Couple that with some interview comments from Kamiya about having ideas for Okami 2 and BOOM!
My theory will be thrown out the window the second that Capcom announces that Amaterasu is in MVC: Infinite. A man can dream...
My theory will be thrown out the window the second that Capcom announces that Amaterasu is in MVC: Infinite. A man can dream...
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