Cant expect that level of optimization from an indie game made in Unity.
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Yooka-Laylee launches April 11th, considering Switch version instead of Wii U
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Cant expect that level of optimization from an indie game made in Unity.
PhantomVash808
Member
So a short delay just like Persona 5. Yooka Laylee was scheduled for Q1but now coming start of Q2. Also Wii U port being canceled for Switch just as most people expected.
There is a difference in a game being made from the ground up with the Wii u in mind with whatever engine nintendo used. And a multiplatform game where the Wii U is clearly the weakest console of the bunch .Them having to make the game while keeping the Wii u in mind probably only restrained the team. ditching that version was a smart move it would of have been better if they did it immediately though.
While the technical reasons for it not coming to the Wii U makes sense, I am slightly confused about how the financial reason does. There are already 13 million owners of the Wii U they could sell this game to whereas the Switch will be starting from a base of 0. Wouldn't they be making more money off the Wii U than the Switch?
Jonneh3003
Banned
I don't think so, there's are like what 90 million Xbox 360s? Xbox One would still out perform any 360 software released at this point. Installbase doesn't really matter of it isn't active.
It's a matter of active owners. Many of those Wii U owners have moved to new platforms or just dont care about Wii U anymore. On the other hand fresh Switch owners will be looking for new games to play.
SiegfriedFM
Member
Good. I hope Bloodstained follows suit. They can "discuss" refunds, but frankly, if you won't accept any other format than Wii U, you're a stubborn one.
FloweryMarston
Member
Expected, the wii u isn't just a viable platform anymore. I just hope they release the switch version the same day as other.
Jonneh3003
Banned
Not so sure about this, believe it or not but there are people out there with no other device other than a Wii U. I'm glad they're moving it to Switch but if you want a refund because you can't access other platforms you aren't stubborn.
Toadthemushroom
Member
Me too, though it'd also pretty much kill off the Vita version. Would be an even less justifiable use of resources to have Armature port Unreal 4 just to one format instead of two, and release a bespoke version of the game for that single format that's a shrinking pond.
One thing's for sure: Cancelling the Vita version won't go down well with that system's fanbase
GhostTrick
Banned
They're telling you if you think of getting a refund, the game will be more expensive when release. Basically, the price you paid on the kickstarter is 50% cheaper than the official release.
That's false logic because every video game is made on a PC if not at least a computer of some sort.
Was it not a legit email?
GhostTrick
Banned
No, that's not. People should start understanding that nowadays, when people are saying a game is made for PC/PC as a target, they don't mean that it's made on a PC but that there's a main PC build which is then downported to console versions for easier porting process.
somotodsyo
Member
There is, but I very much doubt the original comment was asking how a Unity game would look on Wii U, but instead trashing the "low power" console.
Wii U can produce very nice looking games, is what I was trying to get across.
SiegfriedFM
Member
People who will never get another system? People who are content playing only Wii U games in 2017 and are also hardcore gamers enough to support a retro-based Kickstarter? The numbers must be minimal.
Burning Justice
the superior princess
As long as people who picked the Wii U version are given the option of a refund, I have no problem whatsoever with them cancelling it. I don't see a lot of people taking the refund anyway, I can't imagine there are too many Wii U owners who don't also own a PS4, Xbox One, or gaming-quality PC, and have no plans to get a Switch.
Castef
Banned
The Wii U version of it already disappeared from the web page.
JB-the-Hunter
Member
I think most people that backed the game were Wii U owners/Nintendo fans, but a majority of them will probably be ok with upgrading to the Switch.
Aye, but there's been no official cancellation (or indeed any other communication from publisher/dev for ages).
Kresnik258
Member
Too right! I'm expecting it, though.
OT: Unsurprising move.
Lol, that video lists Ouya, they were really gunning for the niche consoles when that launched huh?
guybrushfreeman
Unconfirmed Member
Everything is looking good. Hopefully they'll give out refunds to those that want them. I might upgrade to physical if they're confident about shipping on time.
Inspectah_Deck
Member
Didn´t find the Casino level looked that polished.
But here is the Kickstarter exclusive Video of the final version of the first (?) level and I think it looks really awesome:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WozEJvr0xeI
The majority of the backers are hardcore Nintendo fans that opted for the WiiU version.
But here is the Kickstarter exclusive Video of the final version of the first (?) level and I think it looks really awesome:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WozEJvr0xeI
I think it´s the opposite.
The majority of the backers are hardcore Nintendo fans that opted for the WiiU version.
guybrushfreeman
Unconfirmed Member
That music is perfection
tkscz
Member
this is what i thought as well. But I'm ok switching to the switch version, but are they charging me to do so? think it's a dick move to charge me for something i already paid for.
ElzarTheBam
Member
Can't wait for this.
Phillips455
Member
Well from looking at the post, it seems if you picked the wiiu version and still want the switch, it won't even be coming out on April 11th.
So I either have to choose a switch version and wait possibly months or choose the xbox on version
So I either have to choose a switch version and wait possibly months or choose the xbox on version
purseowner
Member
Will probably stick with my digital PS4 pledge and buy the Switch version at retail then.
guybrushfreeman
Unconfirmed Member
That'll be up to Nintendo. It'll be interesting to see if Nintendo have reached out to them for something like that considering how many people already associate it with Nintendo platforms.
Inspectah_Deck
Member
Pretty sure that the switch version will be shown during the january event, maybe even in playable form.
Jonneh3003
Banned
Sounds like a plan, I'm also going both digital and physical.
openrob
Member
Was about to get annoyed, then remembered that I didn't end up backing it lol. Wii U backers should be able to move it to Switch though - where I will be picking it up.
The Wii U version was a 'done' deal as well.
The Wii U version was a 'done' deal as well.
Dark Cloud
Member
Yeah, that would make sense.
DeuceGamer
Member
One less Wii U game I have to get and one more Switch game. Hopefully it releases at launch but I'm concerned it may be rushed.
Also, this pretty much confirms Switch is more powerful than Wii U if the statements are to be believed about technical issues.
Edit: Not that I doubted it but I've read some here that did doubt Switch being an improvement and thought it would be more of a lateral move and handheld (of course).
Also, this pretty much confirms Switch is more powerful than Wii U if the statements are to be believed about technical issues.
Edit: Not that I doubted it but I've read some here that did doubt Switch being an improvement and thought it would be more of a lateral move and handheld (of course).