CoolZombie
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That reads like they mean people who originally back the game on console on Kickstarter. Even on their Twitter is says instant access. Oh well.
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Yooka-Laylee launches April 11th, considering Switch version instead of Wii U
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That reads like they mean people who originally back the game on console on Kickstarter. Even on their Twitter is says instant access. Oh well.
It's unfair and misleading. A demo early in the new year would be nice but I'm beginning to think the only built up and interesting part of the game is the first world.
As someone pointed out on the previous page, having this on a cart just feels right
So we'll have Yooka-Laylee on cartridge?
Good.
are they doing a physical release for this?
LinkSlayer64
Member
Mmm, this is a tad disappointing. I got my physical version specifically as the WiiU version. I may have to request that I receive the PC version as physical because the Switch versions' physical copy is still up in the air, and change my digital version to switch.
AlexMeloche
Member
The only Kickstarter I ever back and my version gets cancelled, fuck.
Also not planning of getting a Switch either. This sucks.
Also not planning of getting a Switch either. This sucks.
tkscz
Member
Wait, the Switch comes out a month before YL. Just realized that. Not enough time to do the port (unless they are already working on it and can't say).
Can you swap over to the PC version? Doesn't need a powerful PC to run.
Can you swap over to the PC version? Doesn't need a powerful PC to run.
Pancakes R Us
Member
I wonder what it is that makes it technically impossible on Wii U? Maybe that the console is dead?
technically speaking, yes the console will be very very dead
sixteen-bit
Member
The WiiU version was done in-house, right?
Jawbreaker
Member
It's not technically impossible, it would just look and perform like absolute shit.
Diddy Kong
Banned
I honestly think it's kind of shitty to them to cancel to the Wii U version when Nintendo fans were the prime source of funding for this game. At least its coming to Switch. Guess I'll have to wait even longer to play :/
TDLink
Member
Don't have a problem with it. I'm sure the vast majority of Wii U owners are going to be buying a Switch anyways and this game will be great portable.
Of course they're already working on it. And they absolutely do say.
Playtonic was listed as one of the developers supporting Switch back when it was announced a few months ago.
Of course they're already working on it. And they absolutely do say.
Playtonic was listed as one of the developers supporting Switch back when it was announced a few months ago.
wumster3000
Member
I'm going to get it because I love platformers but man I just don't like the character design of Yooka and Laylee. Looks generic as hell.
spyroflame0487
Member
I really feel like they're not getting enough flack for cancelling the Wii U version. It was the primary version that was being developed. Yeah, it's great they're going to make a Switch version and I totally understand why, but...I'm not planning on buying a Switch right away. I'll probably get the upgrade to the switch version but that means I'm gonna have to wait to play the game I backed for a console that I actually have right now that they suddenly decided to drop support for before release.
I mean whatever. At least its not Mighty Number 9.
I mean whatever. At least its not Mighty Number 9.
Pancakes R Us
Member
I suspect most people will just get it on XBO/PS4/PC as this'll probably be a late release on Switch now. Nintendo should get a team to help out to get it out as close to the others as possible.
Ita gonna be a good year for platformers:
Yooka
Crash Bandicoot Returns
Mario 3D
Woop Woop.
JetSetRadio
Banned
At least the snake and minecart are awesome.
Mr. Wonderful
Member
Ugh. Can't decide if I should go PS4 or Switch now.
The PS4 Pro version is sure to look fantastic, but I irrationally would rather have this on a Nintendo console. Any PC benefits wouldn't be worth it to me over the Pro.
The PS4 Pro version is sure to look fantastic, but I irrationally would rather have this on a Nintendo console. Any PC benefits wouldn't be worth it to me over the Pro.
Inspectah_Deck
Member
GoG and Switch for me.
Stormwatch
Member
Kickstarter developers seem to have a hard time with the Wii U. Armikrog was supposed to have a Wii U version with special features that never materialized. They ended up putting out a crappy port a year later. To add insult to injury people who backed the Kickstarter got it a few weeks after the debut due to an issue with keys. The Kickstarter also cost way more than they charged for the retail release. I know hindsight is 20/20, but I'm gonna stay away from getting excited for Nintendo versions of popular Kickstarter games.
At this rate I wouldn't be surprised if they just shut down Wii U cert after Breath of the Wild goes out.
Hell, I wouldn't find it a surprise if the U submission process is being spun down as we speak.
Colonel Mustard
Banned
The 'stay tuned early next year' tells me it will probably be at either Nintendo's main event or be showcased at one of the press events in Europe/America.
It'll be there day and date methinks.
Kresnik258
Member
The guys from Limited Run Games/Mighty Rabbit Studios recently said they aren't accepting new Wii U retail publishers, so I'm not sure how long it'll be until other stuff is pulled too.
Well, so far for PS4/X1 they do, right?
So I hope the same logic applies for the Switch.
JimmyRustler
Member
Day 1 on PS4.
Love those classic Jump & Runs.
Love those classic Jump & Runs.
Yep.
Not necessarily. Still possible it hits at the same time as the other systems.
talkingood
Member
I have to admit, I was hoping that a Switch version would be announced soon, and that I'd have the option to, er, switch my pledge to that platform instead of Wii U...but I feel sorry for those who really wanted it on Wii U. Like others have mentioned, Unity games run very poorly on the system, so I do believe that the technical issues were too large an obstacle to continue on Wii U (in addition to being good business sense.)
It's a shame it probably won't release in April with the other versions, but having it on-the-go should be good fun.
It's a shame it probably won't release in April with the other versions, but having it on-the-go should be good fun.
Enter The 36 Chambers
Member
Why would it "feel right" on a Nintendo system? That seems like a weird thing to say
Robin64
Member
Because it's the type of game you would, in the past, usually find on a Nintendo platform. That's all it really is.
AlexMeloche
Member
Playing a platformer on a 15" laptop isn't fun.
SumptuousLemur
Banned
Amazon have this yet with the pre-order bonus?
Nintendo systems are where most people play platformers. Not that weird.
Enter The 36 Chambers
Member
Ah that makes sense I guess. I thought it was in reference to the Wii U controller, and now that that's been cancelled I got confused.
DeathoftheEndless
Crashing this plane... with no survivors!
$40, huh? If it gets good reviews, I'm in.
JonnyDBrit
Member
I will be honest, I'd prefer this on the Switch if it helps fill out the console's early launch period. Every additional game it can get in that timeframe helps it stand among the existing competition.