I feel ya. I guess it technically is a port, but maybe it is using more of the Switches capabilities than we are aware of at this time. I imagine the map on game pad was replace for the Switch version since dual screen function without a dock hasn't been shown and maybe not possible. Maybe as the Switch was becoming a reality, more focus went to that version of BOTW which may be scaled back for a later WiiU release? I have no clue, but I don't think we will be short changed on it.
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I feel ya. I guess it technically is a port, but maybe it is using more of the Switches capabilities than we are aware of at this time. I imagine the map on game pad was replace for the Switch version since dual screen function without a dock hasn't been shown and maybe not possible. Maybe as the Switch was becoming a reality, more focus went to that version of BOTW which may be scaled back for a later WiiU release? I have no clue, but I don't think we will be short changed on it.
Interfectum
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I'd rather see some current gen ports on the system so we start setting our expectations of what Xbone/PS4 games will look like on it.
More tech info is going to lead to loosely educated guesses as to what the system can do. Lets see some ports and how they stack up.
I 100% agree with you that that's what they have to do and I think it is what they will do. They have been quiet for too long. They haven't been sitting their twiddling their thumbs doing nothing. Their pipeline is probably very impressive right now.
You missed Wii Sport then i guess.. TP was certainly not the mainstream media focus.
AtomicShroom
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Discussion Thread #2
Milly Osworth
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How are you all going to watch the event?
While stuffing your face? Booze? Naked? Hanging upside down from the ceiling?
While stuffing your face? Booze? Naked? Hanging upside down from the ceiling?
PS4 and XB1 represented a new generation and a big leap in graphics technology and OS features. Even the cross platform games were better on the next gen consoles.
Switch doesn't have that going for it. It will be slightly more powerful than Wii U but considerably weaker than PS4 and XB1.
Diprosalic
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Because the people that will care don't know about it yet. Don't use GAF opinions for such things.
Okami Haundo
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I'd agree with you if the Wii-U was still in production and selling well. It isn't, so if Switch takes off then a large group of people probably won't even know that Zelda even came out for the Wii-U.
There's also the idea that no console ever really has a game that takes full advantage of the tech on day one. Zelda will be a full-fledged console experience on a hybrid system and that's gonna look amazing to people who aren't jaded like us.
Lying in bed and trying not to wake the wife!
When i wake up on friday rewatch it before going on GAF. So in bed with a nice cup of tea half naked.
TheGreatMightyPoo
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At the hospital with vitality sensors all over my body in case it's not ready.
It will also be completely portable. That's a big factor. Head over to the Media Create thread and check out Super Mario Maker 3DS' sales.
Interfectum
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No one bought a Wii U or cares to own one. For all intents and purposes, to the majority of the mainstream public, Zelda BotW is purely a Switch game.
They'll look like the cross-gen games, most likely. Expect PS3 Destiny, CoD, Battlefield, Wolfenstein quality.
Boxers, a beer, and the darkness of my bedroom illuminated only by the light of my laptop and second screen TV. Stream on 27", Twitter for my hot takes, GAF for my lukewarm takes so I don't get banned.
At our Christmas gathering I showed the reveal trailer to a couple of parents. You know what their first reaction was?
"Great! I don't have to buy a second controller."
DrROBschiz
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he said styles not stylus. but with the touchscreen the switch probably uses you should be able to use this kind of stylus of course, we will only know it for real after the conference.
sir_bumble_bee
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On my couch with a couple friends, Mountain Dew in hand
TheGreatMightyPoo
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That's the epitome of foreplay.
Jim_Cacher
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Save the youtube link in a word file. When I am available, open it and watch before going to GAF and other places on the Internet.
So you have to be trolling becaue Switch is a huge leap above 3DS and Wii U. There's really no point in continuing this becaue you have a bias. It is not slightly more powerful than a Wii U. Look at the design of this technology and even the low end estimates of the specs of this device. This is a generational leap over Wii U.
Half awake in my pyjamas at 5AM and grumpy. Unlimited coffee.
get up at 4:45 AM. make coffee, bacon, eggs and sit down with my laptop.
Interfectum
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But you see these are the guesses I want to get away from. You are saying this based off of incomplete info on the tech.
I want to see actual PS4/Xbone games ported to the system so we can see the differences first hand.
Jaded Alyx
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It's several times more powerful than Wii U from the supposed specs we've heard about (docked).
sir_bumble_bee
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Ew Code Red
But it ain't stronger or on par, either. and we are 3 years in.
I'm pulling for Nintendo, we will have to see just how compelling the portable mode is. Hopefully people don't confuse it for what the Wii U did.
I' most likely going to buy one so I hope it does well. And I hope Nintendo gets their shit together with the OS and VC and online.
Jonneh3003
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Do you think we'll see more Dragon Quest projects or Final Fantasy?
I'm thinking the Unreal Engine 4 Final Fantasy games like FF7 and Dissidia will make their way to Switch but we already know Switch is getting Dragon Quest XI and X (in Japan at least). I have a feeling Square have quite a few Dragon Quest games up their sleeve.
I'm thinking the Unreal Engine 4 Final Fantasy games like FF7 and Dissidia will make their way to Switch but we already know Switch is getting Dragon Quest XI and X (in Japan at least). I have a feeling Square have quite a few Dragon Quest games up their sleeve.
First rule, never take anything you read on internet forums seriously as an indicator of actual public interest.
Me too and my wife demands Animal Crossing info!
me0wish
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DrROBschiz
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Not much news in Twitterverse
Just regurgitation of old news
Sigh.....
Someone give us ONE more tidbit
Just regurgitation of old news
Sigh.....
Someone give us ONE more tidbit
TheGreatMightyPoo
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I don't see it being there but at least we are all but guaranteed to get a real new one after no one gave a shit about that Amiibo board game.
sir_bumble_bee
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Maybe. This leads to a question I have regarding region specific content. Do only worldwide things get covered at the press event, and the later more region exclusive news gets announced? I can't see Nintendo talking about games that are currently only slated for release in one area.
Dark Cloud
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No please. No more leaks. We're almost there.
Jonneh3003
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They're going to announce that the Switch auto translates everything, including voice acting, and every game ever will get a worldwide release.
Just had a thought which may have been discussed before, but couldn't find any info. I imagine that the Switch will be able to download apps like the Apple app store so their mobile games will be playable on the system. That comes with a sort of Apple partnership or agreement. Am I crazy? I mean Nintendo was at the Apple conference and all. I know its a stretch. Don't hate me. (=
TheGreatMightyPoo
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Leaks at this point defeat the whole purpose of the hype.
That's crazy talk.
DrROBschiz
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Ill refrain from posting anything I find (or know) in this thread then
Pumped! we are so close now!
Pumped! we are so close now!
For me it's after tomorrow :/
Cool. Just asking for a friend. HAHA.
Interfectum
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I really don't see a benefit here. People wanting appstore apps most likely have an iPhone which they will have more access to during any given day. Not even thinking about how it will distract people from shopping at Nintendo's own eshop.
I plan on sitting in my bed in sweatpants, and watching it on the TV. Then waking up the next morning and traveling to Gamestop.
How DARE you.
How DARE you.
Jonneh3003
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Love this, can't see a new Mario Strikers happening any time soon with the Sports compilation coming out this year.
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