Nope I really mean psp. I love it. Just the right size and placement.
Vita has a good dpad but the joystick comes in the way. I was seriously considering removing it. When I am using the vita dpad my finger keeps getting stuck on the stick.
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The Switch is quickly becoming a retro gamer's paradise.
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Vita has a good dpad but the joystick comes in the way. I was seriously considering removing it. When I am using the vita dpad my finger keeps getting stuck on the stick.
Totally disagree, I think it's quite mediocre so far other than a few collections you point out that could be found on other systems. In fact, it's less of a retro gamers paradise than any other Nintendo system or handheld in recent times. The n3DS for instance has a wide virtual console library of SNES games. A modded system can play a massive amount of retro titles. Same for the original DS. The Vita does a great job too, with every software version now being quite simple to modify to play nearly every title you could think of up to the PS1 era. In addition, the Joy-con are really poor for classic gaming with their unfortunate buttons and lack of proper D-pad.
I know what you mean about the stick getting in the way, but I've found it's not too bad. I prefer the Vita 2000's D-pad as opposed to the OG OLED model. Find it easier to use.
The thing I miss about Virtual Console is the consistency - same price point, same method, easy and clear. On Switch we have some compilations, some individual releases, some series of individual games... it's all scattershot.
But it's absolutely great to see, particularly all the arcade ports I'd never been able to play. And old school RPGs - Phantasy Star and Crystalis for sure.
But it's absolutely great to see, particularly all the arcade ports I'd never been able to play. And old school RPGs - Phantasy Star and Crystalis for sure.
then we'd start running into trouble; Vita's the best for gen 5 atm tho
Never had that problem playing platformers on Switch and it's one of my favorite genres(if not my favorite). I always see the thing of Switch lacking a D-Pad as hyperbolic because while the Pro Controller one isn't the greatest, yes, but it works as intended. And using two Joy-Cons isn't as good as previous D-Pads on older Nintendo consoles, also true, to me it's the same story as with the Pro Controller, although I admit that I prefer the Pro Controller.
Fingers crossed that it's not long before we start getting SNES, N64 and Game Boy family games.
M2's doing the Darius Collection, I'd be more surprised if there wasn't an autofire option.
Not sure I can agree with this. The D-pad on joycons and pro controller is substandard, and there is essentially no virtual console, with it being unclear if such a thing is coming or how Nintendo's subscription service will work. Otherwise the selection of games posted are mostly available elsewhere or have not made it outside of Japan.
It's too bad because it would be great for playing the classics on a handheld.
It's too bad because it would be great for playing the classics on a handheld.
just FYI according to Microids they used the PC version of Flashback. Nice thread btw!
Not specifically Genesis classics, just the ones M2 are porting, yeah? Just arcade to start with, along with some Genesis stuff like Thunder Force IV.
I was referring to both the collection announced today and Ages, but personally I'm only getting the Sega Ages games.
I'm getting both, because I'm a massive sucker. But I'm going into the Genesis Collection knowing it's pretty mediocre, whereas I'm excited as hell for M2's Sega Ages lineup.
I agree but I have 2 problems:
#1: All these collections make finding a certain game a nightmare. I just want a single list with all games listed. Now I have to remember what collection app has what plus I have to drill through those menus to get where I'm going.
#2: We have no assurances that these purchases will go with us to the next bNintendo platform.
Thus, PC/Steam/emulation remains the best retro paradise.
#1: All these collections make finding a certain game a nightmare. I just want a single list with all games listed. Now I have to remember what collection app has what plus I have to drill through those menus to get where I'm going.
#2: We have no assurances that these purchases will go with us to the next bNintendo platform.
Thus, PC/Steam/emulation remains the best retro paradise.
Oh, I had no idea there was something else announced today. Awesome.
I might eventually if the price is right or if the Switch version turns out more polished. But for now I want to focus fire my monies into Ages to send Sega a message.
Fortunately, I never had the desire to play 10-15-20 year old games, especially the ones I played when they released. For me, it's a sign of being stuck in the past.
It must be weird only limiting yourself to books, films, and music from this decade.
I only enjoy media that hasn't even been released yet, which is why my consumption is limited to trailers and previews. Get with the times or time will get you.
Stuck in the past lol. I think you dont really understand why people like Retro games. Ill give you a hint, its not because they are stuck in the past.
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At least there are plenty of alternatives. If you want portable mode then hori d-pad joy-con is for you, For other cases you have switch pro, 8bitdo, adapters for xbox/ps4/wiiu controllers etc...
Lapsed gamers and "old" gamers are a primary target for Switch.
Switch appeal to let busy people (work, family duty) to play more thanks to the modular concept have by optimizing when and how you can access to games have a primary audience in them.
It's not a coincidence that at the console unveiling in January 2017 games like Street Fighter collection, a new Bomberman (which was a dead series by that point) and a "SNES-like looking" RPG like Octopath Traveler were presented.
Switch appeal to let busy people (work, family duty) to play more thanks to the modular concept have by optimizing when and how you can access to games have a primary audience in them.
It's not a coincidence that at the console unveiling in January 2017 games like Street Fighter collection, a new Bomberman (which was a dead series by that point) and a "SNES-like looking" RPG like Octopath Traveler were presented.
I would like to add that 'Night Slashers', a super rare mega-brutal arcade-only(never released on console before) Data East beat'em up, was announced for switch 2 days ago.
https://www.resetera.com/threads/ar...ers-data-east-1993-gets-switch-release.69278/
https://www.resetera.com/threads/ar...ers-data-east-1993-gets-switch-release.69278/