Mihael Mello Keehl
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Yooka-Laylee launches April 11th, considering Switch version instead of Wii U
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guybrushfreeman
Unconfirmed Member
There's no evidence the idea of technical issues is a 'lie' you might want to chill out on that one everyone. There's no reason for them not to deliver the Wii U version if they could and still release the Switch version later.
There's no Unity game of this size and scope on the Wii U. I imagine it came to the point they either had to cut features to make it run or admit it was never really going to work. If anything I would say that claiming they would release a Wii U version in the beginning was wildly optimistic
There's no Unity game of this size and scope on the Wii U. I imagine it came to the point they either had to cut features to make it run or admit it was never really going to work. If anything I would say that claiming they would release a Wii U version in the beginning was wildly optimistic
It's like I'm sure they could have made a Wii U version if it made enough sense financially. There can be technical issues and those things are not mutually exclusive. But can you really blame anyone for not wanting to release a Wii U game in mid-2017?
Anyways looking forward to the Switch version.
Anyways looking forward to the Switch version.
Huh, physical version @ 40$ is not much more than what I pledged for digital+toy box IIRC, will probably switch to physical when they figure it out, worried that would significantly delay me getting it though.
Switch would be great for a portable version. WiiU Kickstarters stopped making sense a while ago.
Switch would be great for a portable version. WiiU Kickstarters stopped making sense a while ago.
KratosEnergyDrink
Member
It runs on Unity? Hm, the Unity games I saw make me believe that stable framerates are impossible with this engine.
I like how they think the "opportunity" to move your backing to a different platform "free of charge!" is a great consolation prize as opposed to being able to remove your pledge entirely. The "free of charge" was the real kicker, just lmao. Hey, we won't screw you over again! Good news!
Is reading posts just above yours really that hard?
Milly Osworth
Member
That level looks ugly 😵
You can email them about getting a refund
I'm sorry but... How can you have Xenoblade Chronicles X and not Yooka-Laylee running on the WiiU? It's because of Unity? Or because they are not good programmers enough?
My guess: is not that they can't but they don't have time or the resources to have a proper WiiU version.
My guess: is not that they can't but they don't have time or the resources to have a proper WiiU version.
Would you pay for a broken/unfinished game?
With three months till release, there's a lot of dev work left and a lot of bug fixes to do, they're not going to waste dev time on the Wii U version any more.
El Sabroso
Member
well waiting for that email then to make the switch to my pledge
Kazuma Kiryu
Member
Doesn't make any sense to launch a WiiU title in 2016, much less in 2017.
Yeah sesriously. This video has me questioning the quality of the overall game now.
……forgetit
Member
Unity is part of it, but there's a ton going on in Yooka-Laylee not happening in Xenoblade. Physics is a big one, also no telling on particle effects and anything else going on CPU wisr. The Wii U was poorly layed out and it's well known to be hard to develop for.
That, and there's no point in putting the most work in the version that will sell the least.
Dark_3nergy
Member
I read my backer email about this this morning. Comes to no surprise honestly. I already have a copy and a bunch of goodies headed my way. I will re buy this on the Switch, I am that excited for this!
No, it's called PR in a release statement which basically boils down to a much larger audience on the Switch compared to the Wii U. It makes business sense really, that shit is dead.
Colonel Mustard
Banned
As a backer and day-1 Wii U owner. I'd much rather have this on a cartridge on Switch. It just feels right.
Agreed.
PumpkinPie
Banned
Why do we have to pay £15 to change platform when the whole point of backing it was that we got a free copy? That doesn't make sense. I'm not paying twice.
outunderthestars
Banned
Kind of expected this since Unity is a dubious engine to make such a large game on, at least one for the Wii U. I don't know how Oddworld New 'n' Tasty runs on the Wii U but that game had problems even on the PS4 and I can't imagine Wii U is much better.
I like how the new level embraces the Banjo-Kazooie-ism of level design dichotomy - open, fairly jolly level followed by hidden interiors that are threatening and maniacal. It's stuff like this that made Clanker's Cavern and Rusty Bucket Bay such memorable levels.
I like how the new level embraces the Banjo-Kazooie-ism of level design dichotomy - open, fairly jolly level followed by hidden interiors that are threatening and maniacal. It's stuff like this that made Clanker's Cavern and Rusty Bucket Bay such memorable levels.
Robin64
Member
I'm confused about this. On the main page it says:
But then on the Wii U FAQ page it says:
So.. wha?
Nicktendo86
Member
Slightly torn on this one to be honest. I am sure there were plenty of WiiU owners backing this (as they said) and they were apparently handling the WiiU version in house but the total lack of screenshots, video, information or anything really was a massive alarm bell. I don't think they ever got it in a decent working state to be honest.
If they honour refunds if people email them then that is good, but finally releasing this info just 4 months before release can't help me think this is a bit, I don't know, wrong.
Saying that I love all the people working on this and am excited for it, think I will go for the PS4 version.
If they honour refunds if people email them then that is good, but finally releasing this info just 4 months before release can't help me think this is a bit, I don't know, wrong.
Saying that I love all the people working on this and am excited for it, think I will go for the PS4 version.
MannyToons
Member
TheDinoman
Member
Well, so much for the Wii U version "getting the right attention" as they once put it, lol.
It makes sense though. The Wii U is history at this point.
It makes sense though. The Wii U is history at this point.
GravityMan
Member
Agreed. Most people with a bit of awareness and business sense probably saw the cancellation of the Wii U version coming for quite awhile. Wouldn't surprise me if Playtonic quietly internally canned the Wii U version many months ago and development resources moved to Switch back then.
Colonel Mustard
Banned
It means that the backer price is £15 and that retail is £35. Switching your pledge (£15 and up) nets you the game, while those outright purchasing (non-backers) will pay £35.
Sleight of Jam
Banned
Yes! While i still yearn for a traditional Banjo-Threeie, this will satisfy my 10 year old self.
MissileTrick
Member
I was hoping they would make a switch version, but was still hoping it would come out on the Wii U for the people who really wanted that. I hope the physical version of the switch version isn't too long of a wait.
mrmickfran
Member
Fuck that's right after Persona
Nooooooo
Nooooooo
LouieGeetoo
Member
I don't think it's safe to assume the Switch version is launching later. They're just not allowed to actually announce it until January, which seems to be Nintendo's policy for all Switch games. In that sense, this message was a beautifully-crafted non-announcement.
My interpretation is that they're trying to convince you to not ask for a refund by reminding you how little you paid in the first place. Definitely needs rewording, though.
Father_Brain
Banned
I had a feeling this would happen to the Wii U version. Zero footage released of it and, AFAIK, it's far more technically ambitious than any Unity game on the platform.
Diprosalic
Banned
i recently warmed up to this game but that casino trailer looks rough as hell.
I can honestly say I didn't expect this. I thought since they were working on it internally it would still come. I guess we'll be busy enough with Switch games to wait for the Switch version versus getting it on XB1. Especially now that Mario is seemingly potentially coming out first.
I didn't think of this, but good point, it is possible it could still come to Switch at the same time as other platforms. Here's hoping!
I didn't think of this, but good point, it is possible it could still come to Switch at the same time as other platforms. Here's hoping!
ForkNetwork
Banned
Considering this will probably have very limited release on South America I'm tempted to buy a physical version from amazon and until someone flies to the US to pick it up for me I will double dip and buy a digital ps4 version.
CoolZombie
Member
Has anybody else had any joy downloading the toy box? I preordered last night on my Xbox one and the toy box isn't available for download. It says "instant access" to the toy box demo if you preorder...
Instant access only on Steam as far as I'm aware. The press release stated that they are working on a solution for console.
Mihael Mello Keehl
Banned
Hmm Im gonna double dip
LightningXCE
Member
I am sadly not impressed with their current lighting... I do hope that changes before release. Maybe it was due to the WiiU version?
E: Backed for XBO, but sad the WiiU version won't be making it out. Totally understandable, though, as the Switch will be out by that point, and it really isn't worth the extra investment in effectively a dead console.
E: Backed for XBO, but sad the WiiU version won't be making it out. Totally understandable, though, as the Switch will be out by that point, and it really isn't worth the extra investment in effectively a dead console.