Overall impressed with the Switch version of Battle Chasers Nightwar . Some of the loading times are annoying, but they were as well on PS4 Pro. Game looks good though and plays well in portable .
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Nintendo eShop - October 2018
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Downloading Valkyria now. Got convinced by VC4's demo, and even though they are independent stories, I wanted to start from the first one also to experience the gameplay improvements.
And the price lol.
And the price lol.
You picked the right game - definitely let us know how it goes! (I'm tempted to make a mini OT should I get the time...)
Completely forgot this game existed, checked ebay thinking maybe it'd be fun to try out but it's $80.. Guessing the eshop version is still $60 or something.
Played through VC1 twice and I'm still tempted to get the Switch port since I won't be getting VC4 until the holidays.
I remember there being some kind of promo that if you have VC4 on the Switch (digitally I assume), you get a discount on VC1. Now, anyone knows if I redeem the physical copy on My Nintendo account if that same deal will apply?
Edit: Forget it, just read that the promo is for digital owners.
Edit: Forget it, just read that the promo is for digital owners.
Played the SMSPower translation of Phantasy Star a couple years ago and it still holds up really well as long as you have some tolerance for older games! Gonna miss the FM Synth music though, wondering if there's any way M2 would include that as an option? Definitely wouldn't put it past them. I found it to be less grindy than a lot of contemporary RPGs, though I'd still reccomend a guide because there are a lot of obscure fetch quests that give you little direction, and the world is really big.
the eShop version got reduced to 30 after less than a year.
OT: https://www.resetera.com/threads/de...iquor-with-perfect-bald-man-he-is-cool.55458/
Does it render at native resolution when playing on the gamepad? The demo for VC4 looked and ran so great in portable mode it's what sold me on getting the Switch version when I was originally planning on buying it on PS4. I'm really hoping VC1 runs just as well.
I grew up an SNES kid, but often eyed the Sonic games because they looked so impressive. I had the chance to rent a Genesis once, and I had a total blast playing the original Sonic for the few short days I had it (I also played Phantasy Star II and something to do with Mickey and a magical castle - in my mind this is a beautifully animated 16-bit masterpiece, but uh... that was a long time ago).
Which all leads to my question: how essential is Sonic Mania for someone who has only played a portion of the first game? It looks like so much fun, but I am hungry for so many games right now, including Risk of Rain and Wasteland 2.
Anyone want to talk about how much they love or hate the Sonic games available on Switch?
Which all leads to my question: how essential is Sonic Mania for someone who has only played a portion of the first game? It looks like so much fun, but I am hungry for so many games right now, including Risk of Rain and Wasteland 2.
Anyone want to talk about how much they love or hate the Sonic games available on Switch?
If anything, the fact you ONLY played part of the first game will make Mania much more fresh for you, considering 8/12 zones are from previous Sonic games (1, 2, 3 & Knuckles, and CD) & only Green Hill Zone is from Sonic 1. It's basically a Greatest Hits + 4 brand new zones and shows just how well the classic formula still works after all these years.
I would argue if you ever wanted to get into classic Sonic, Mania is absolutely the place to start.
The 16 bit Sonic games are generally really good games. I haven't played Sonic Mania yet, but if die hard Sonic fans are saying it is good, it has to be a good game.
Having said that, I quoted you to warn you about Wasteland 2. I do believe it is a fun game to play and I do generally enjoy it, that game has so many bugs and the game crash like crazy. If you were to buy the game, save often. I mean like before you go into a new area and then after. Also, save after long dialogue scenes. Otherwise, you will be frustrated the whole time.
For those talking about Valkyria Chronicles 4: I got it a couple days ago and already put close to 6 hours in it. It is a great game, and runs well on the Switch with just a few little visual compromises (I really don't like the rain, but it's a minor nitpick and I haven't seen the other weather effects yet). Absolutely recommended.
The pacing is a bit weird because there are often story scenes one after the other instead of story-battle-story and so on. I've been totally addicted to it though.
The pacing is a bit weird because there are often story scenes one after the other instead of story-battle-story and so on. I've been totally addicted to it though.
Loving VC1. I played two back on PSP, so I'm absolutely digging this version. Somehow missed it on PS3 and was always too busy with other stuff to try it later.
Thanks for bringing this up. I tried the demo and really liked it. Probably going to buy.
Thanks for bringing this up. I tried the demo and really liked it. Probably going to buy.
Yeah, Alex Kidd in Miracle World is considered a Master System classic. It was hugely popular here in Brazil, all of my friends loved it.
Just bear in mind it's leagues behind Mario games when it comes to controls. It's colorful, it's pretty and it's a quality take on the platforming genre filled with weird ideas (such as the "peticopter" vehicle and the infuriating jankenpo bosses), but it's not polished like Mario games. That said, I think being different and a bit wonky is exactly what makes it great.
It is a hard game, and the imprecise controls are a part of it, but I think it's worth it for all the weirdness, the art and the music.
I think it is just the last gen version but does include the DLC. $20 was cheap enough for me to grab it . Plus I saved a few bucks with coins I had . Love having it on portable even though it isn't the remastered version . It looked good on PS3 to me .
It has options for FM Synth music and PSG music.
It also has a complete beastiary, a list of all items/weapons etc, an "easy mode" and, best of all, auto-mapping for the 3D dungeons.
Yup this happens from time to time. Sometimes games aren't even announced.
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10/15 - Lumo
10/14 - Thimbleweed Park
10/13 - Toki Tori
10/12 - Just Shapes & Beats
10/11 - Crossing Souls
10/10 - Wizard of Legend
One of my favorite eshop games. Really enjoyed it.
Enjoying Chasm and VC1. Chasm has a strange new school/old school charm and simplicity I have been finding appealing. VC1 is unique and very pleasant. Have been looking for more strategy games on Switch after finishing Into The Breach/Bad North/Rabbids/Steamworld Heist. VC1 will probably start to dominate my playtime, then will finally move on to VC4 :D
I just finished Flipping Death and it was a delight from start to finish. Even better than Stick it to the Man, which blew me away when it was added to PS+. I'm sure it'll be included in some eShop Halloween sale, but it's easily worth $20. I'll be revisiting each chapter to collect all the Ghost Cards, and I'm redownloading SITTM for a replay. Amazing work by Zoink and Ryan North!
Starlink and Valkyria Chronicles for me today.
Starlink is a ton of fun. Wish I could have played more today.
Starlink is a ton of fun. Wish I could have played more today.
Thank you! I have been traveling for the past 3 months and completely forgot about flipping death! Stick it to the man was one of my favourite PS4 games. How long did it take you to complete?
The Steamworld Dig and Heist series. Heist alone took me 25 hours to play and had enough randomness to keep me on my toes.
If you like platformers, Celeste offers a ton of replay value in terms of collecting hidden items (which often involve tests of platforming skill) and unlocking additional levels. It's also pretty tough.
Some tempting new discounts showing up on the European store today - 50% discount on Cave Story+, Ittle Dew 2 and The Binding of Isaac; 33% on Ikaruga.
If you liked the first Sonic, you'll probably really enjoy Sonic Mania - it's basically the OG Sonic formula refined for today. If you're not a fan of the way the original Sonic Genesis games play, which I found out too late applies to me, you won't enjoy Sonic Mania.
how is the game on switch compared to other platform? I heard hollow knight have latency problem with input control
About 6-8 hours, doing most of the optional chapter challenges, and it's immediately charming. I'm blown away with how well this team builds a large cast of bizarre characters who you actually care about saving by the end of the game. And even though Penny, the protagonist, is meant to be the "straight" character, she still has a ton of personality. Despite the deliberate ramshackle feel of the world and platforming elements (all the scenery is built from "cardboard", with the spirit world on the "flip" side) it all feels like a refined iteration of their work in "Stick...", and whatever they make next will be an instabuy for me on good faith alone :)
Thanks for the replies all. RE: Wasteland 2, I am constantly on the fence about it. After I finish Dragonfall and Steamworld Dig 2, I'm going to want something I can play in healthy chunks that is more than just a shooter (because the last few games I've purchased on Switch have all been shooters), but I can't decide between Wasteland, Valkyria Chronicles 1, Mario + Rabbids, and Dragon Quest Builders. SO many options right now, it's almost paralyzing.
I've only played on Switch, but it's been super smooth to me. I've mostly played undocked. The only factor I'd also mention is that the joycon dpad sometimes leads to unintended directional inputs for me. Haven't experienced any input lag issues though.
I've loved my 45+ hours with the game and I'm still yet to 100% it.
Edit: meant to say Joy-Con stick not d-pad. I occasionally switched to the d-pad due to repeated input failures with the stick (which may have been entirely my fault anyway). Sorry for the brain fart.
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It does not have input lag any more than any other platform. That is misinformation based on one thread here.
Unexplored. Unexplored and Into the Breach are the best roguelites on the platform in my opinion.
Did you read Team Cherry's response/explanation in that thread? If that response still makes you have concern, Celeste isn't built on Unity, so I don't see how the comparison between the 2 games would be relevant.
I just bought it and defo have not experienced input lag. It's def gonna challenge God of War and red dead for my GOTY.
That is unacceptable, sounds like a broken release. Have they said anything about incoming patches to fix the game?
You aren't kidding me, right? I was already wondering why I would want to collect the rest of the achievements, other for completionist reasons.
Btw I did my part and suggested the counter-operative mode over at the Subset Games board =)
Thank you for your sympathy, but I will have to beat this fucker faire and square! :D It's the only way to end the curse once and for all.
Oh wow, these screens instantly elicit a feeling of unease and horror, lol. I'm not kidding. Yeah I have pretty clear memories about it, that's why I won't expect it to be a Mario and am instead wondering if it's even been considered any good :)Yeah, Alex Kidd in Miracle World is considered a Master System classic. It was hugely popular here in Brazil, all of my friends loved it.
Just bear in mind it's leagues behind Mario games when it comes to controls. It's colorful, it's pretty and it's a quality take on the platforming genre filled with weird ideas (such as the "peticopter" vehicle and the infuriating jankenpo bosses), but it's not polished like Mario games. That said, I think being different and a bit wonky is exactly what makes it great.
It is a hard game, and the imprecise controls are a part of it, but I think it's worth it for all the weirdness, the art and the music.
Thanks for sharing!
Another user had very bad things to say about the performance and playability on Switch some days a ago, when I had already bought it for the 33% off. Can you share some impressions, too? (hopefully of the better kind? :D)
Haven't gotten around to playing it myself yet.
I woke up to those Nintypricer emails, notifying me of the Nicalis sale finally arriving in EU, too. Yay! Finally time to grad one of my must-haves for the Switch (Isaac). Also, The End is Nigh gets a lot of praise, right? It's 5 bucks at -66%, too.
(These delayed sales in other regions are creating such a deja-vue in these threads, lol)
Haven't played 2K19, but if it's anything like 2K18 it's a solid game. You get all the modes and presentations and goodies at the cost of 30 FPS, which I thought was a fair trade off. Some people really hate the microtransactions, but I played primarily one-off exhibition games for fun so it never bothered me.
