Caved and bought Lumines Remastered. Excited to play this on basically a giant PSP. Feels appropriate.
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Nintendo eShop - June 2018
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I want to make a thread but I can't so I'll just bring it up here.
Why don't we get more 90s and 00s arcade ports? I'm talking about all the games publishers ignore that have never been released on console, or haven't been since the 90s.
Games like Ninja Baseball Bat Man
Hamster has released Irem games on ACA but most are from the 80s.
Where are all the 00s arcade games? Naomi and Atomiswave stuff?
The last time we saw any of that stuff was PS2 and Dreamcast.
I think a lot of people would love to play these games again, especially if the 3D stuff is upscaled.
Why don't we get more 90s and 00s arcade ports? I'm talking about all the games publishers ignore that have never been released on console, or haven't been since the 90s.
Games like Ninja Baseball Bat Man
Hamster has released Irem games on ACA but most are from the 80s.
Where are all the 00s arcade games? Naomi and Atomiswave stuff?
The last time we saw any of that stuff was PS2 and Dreamcast.
I think a lot of people would love to play these games again, especially if the 3D stuff is upscaled.
Well, i impulse bought Lumines Remastered, never played it before. The concept is kinda neat, still trying to get the logic right, but i'm having a lot of fun! Love the way the HD rumble was implemented, it even has a more complex mode where you can enable the trance vibration, it's cool, but i think it'll drain the joy-cons' battery really fast.
Oh, i bought from the japanese eShop, it was cheaper there for me.
Three more:
Pato Box (July 9, $14.99)
Arcade Archives: Renegade (June 28, $7.99)
Neo Geo: Money Puzzle Exchanger (June 28, $7.99)
FYI the developer, OutRight, only makes licensed games. They made Finn & Jake Investigations which was pretty mediocre. Wait for reviews of course but if it's meh, it still might be a good bargain bin/eshop sale pickup if you like AT, since it has an original story with the show's voice actors. I recommend Hey Ice King! Why'd You Steal Our Garbage?!! on 3DS, it's a Zelda II clone developed by WayForward, not amazing but my fav AT game.
You are 4 hours in and already like it. Wow, you are going to love it when all things go into full force.
Does anyone know what time Lumines Remastered is unlocking in North America? I could've sworn games usually unlock at midnight eastern time..
I'm very tempted by the promise of handheld Thumper, but I can't get past Level 4 on the Oculus version.
This game was so good that after I finished it, I learned of a limited run physical release and I'll probably buy that too.
FWIW, the game is $20 on Switch in NA which is the same price as every other platform. Maybe it's the EU publisher?
There has never been a "good" Adventure Time game, sadly. At best they're "not awful."
midnight here in chicago and my switch is still telling me to check the eshop.
Not yet, and for sure still plan to get BCB down the line. Though I might still pick it up in this sale since I've decided against Kamiko for something meatier (I knew it was short, but not 1-hour short), and 40% is a pretty good sale. Hmm...
Truth be told, a part of me is holding back because I feel there'll be a physical version from someone down the line. Though I suppose there's the question of whether I'd like the game enough to have it in my collection, since I'm trying to keep my physical Switch games to only the games I absolutely enjoyed. Kind of a paradox I've made myself there, lol.
Can you comment a bit on the gameplay? Although I find the match-3 Bejeweled-style gameplay okay, it's not something I would actually seek out to play. If you felt similarly prior to playing the game, what did you think of it once you actually got to play it? Also, from the few videos I've seen, the combat doesn't look that fluid. Is it still fun, or did it ever feel tedious?
In a related vein, why don't we get more western arcade ports? I'm talking about Atari, Bally/Midway, Stern, things of that nature? I can't recall the last time there was a proper home port of Defender, Berzerk, Zoo Keeper, Centipede, Smash TV, STUN Runner, Roadblasters...
What time do you guys think Lumines will go live in NA?
I assume if it isn't up by midnight PST it will be around noon tomorrow?
The game is actually quite different from Bejeweled, it's pretty different from most Match-3's I've played.
The combat is fluid but it's not the main draw of the game. It doesn't get in the way of the game, either. It's noy tedious because you don't actually spend much time in combat. Most of the time you're rushing to gather the ingredients in yhe middle of cooking, so you don't want to waste any more time than you have to.
The story, presentation and music is all very charming. I was really impressed.
The game was published by Adult Swim Games so I don't know if they do physical prints. Also, you're looking at $12 vs $30, assuming a physical release even happens.
I don't know how long it takes to find out if an indie physical run is going to happen, but BCB has been out since August.
Think of it this way: you can buy the game for $12 and play it now and if it does get a physical release you can buy it and leave it shrink wrapped and it'll probably triple in value in a couple years.
Atari used to port their shit in collections to everything until last gen. Defender and Joust are Williams. I wonder if those rights are held by the same company that owns the pinball license?
I assume if it isn't up by midnight PST it will be around noon tomorrow?
The match 3 stuff is really fun IMHO because it has extra layers of strategy beyond just matching the right colors. The time limit forces you to think very quickly and things can get very frantic.
The game is actually quite different from Bejeweled, it's pretty different from most Match-3's I've played.
The combat is fluid but it's not the main draw of the game. It doesn't get in the way of the game, either. It's noy tedious because you don't actually spend much time in combat. Most of the time you're rushing to gather the ingredients in yhe middle of cooking, so you don't want to waste any more time than you have to.
The story, presentation and music is all very charming. I was really impressed.
The game was published by Adult Swim Games so I don't know if they do physical prints. Also, you're looking at $12 vs $30, assuming a physical release even happens.
I don't know how long it takes to find out if an indie physical run is going to happen, but BCB has been out since August.
Think of it this way: you can buy the game for $12 and play it now and if it does get a physical release you can buy it and leave it shrink wrapped and it'll probably triple in value in a couple years.
Absolutely!
Atari used to port their shit in collections to everything until last gen. Defender and Joust are Williams. I wonder if those rights are held by the same company that owns the pinball license?
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Alright, you sold me on this. $12 for something that tries to break the mold and with such charming art and music isn't a bad deal at all. And if I do really enjoy it, double-dipping on a potential physical copy is pretty much a non-issue.
Thanks again! I hope you're getting a commission for these sales! ;D
Exposure through word of mouth is how these developers get to keep making cool shit I like.
BCB has fortunately had a lot of vocal support from the community. Lone Wolf hasn't, that's why I've made it a personal agenda. Game is awesome and I want a sequel.
Well, keep it up! I love stat-based RPGs, and Lone Wolf looks right up my alley. Wouldn't say no to seeing more of them on Switch.
Giant Bomb has had me itching to try Money Idol for a while.
I've been waiting for it on switch for a long time now. I think the game is perfect for that type of experience.
I knew I saw that money game somehwere! Do you remember where they played it?
I want to make a thread but I can't so I'll just bring it up here.
Why don't we get more 90s and 00s arcade ports? I'm talking about all the games publishers ignore that have never been released on console, or haven't been since the 90s.
Games like Ninja Baseball Bat Man
Hamster has released Irem games on ACA but most are from the 80s.
Where are all the 00s arcade games? Naomi and Atomiswave stuff?
The last time we saw any of that stuff was PS2 and Dreamcast.
I think a lot of people would love to play these games again, especially if the 3D stuff is upscaled.
At this point I am pretty sure they lost important files for games like this and Battle Circuit and just don't want to use the roms on the internet because reasons
For those who signed up for the closed Arena of Valor beta, keys are being distributed today. A handful of members here have already received theirs. There's currently an OT for the mobile game, and while I haven't been active on mobile for a while, there was a big guild for Era. I assume there will be one on Switch as well, and most likely will be more active.
Woah, Air Mail looks and sounds awesome. I get hints of Pilot Wings Resort (3DS) with more action .
Is anyone playing this? Thoughts?
Is anyone playing this? Thoughts?
I've just received my Code. I'm both excited and worried about this game.
I'm a "good" LoL Player and I'm afraid playing a game that is sometimes defined as a LoL rip-off on a console.
Speaking of Adventure Time, the best AT game ever made is Adventure Pals. :P Give it a try guys...
Put those fears aside, my friend.
It's not a rip-off, but it is a MOBA with similarities to League (how could there not be?), and it's also made by Tencent, League's parent company. I've enjoyed it very, very much on mobile, and can't wait to play on Switch.
What can I expect? A more "casual" experience? Only thing I know is that each match can last maximum 20 mins
lol.. I just started also.. well my NG+. Already 290 hours into it.
Easily the best jRPG since Xenoblade 1.
I want to make a thread but I can't so I'll just bring it up here.
Why don't we get more 90s and 00s arcade ports? I'm talking about all the games publishers ignore that have never been released on console, or haven't been since the 90s.
Games like Ninja Baseball Bat Man
Hamster has released Irem games on ACA but most are from the 80s.
Where are all the 00s arcade games? Naomi and Atomiswave stuff?
The last time we saw any of that stuff was PS2 and Dreamcast.
I think a lot of people would love to play these games again, especially if the 3D stuff is upscaled.
Thanks for posting this. It's a great question, and I agree that many of these "later" arcade games are being forgotten. Ninja Baseball Bat Man is a great example, and a game that I'd love to have on a console like the Switch. Armed Police Batrider is another.
Hopefully some company like Hamster or M2 will take more notice of these.
I wouldn't say casual per se, but definitely more streamlined. The gameplay is tailored to encourage more aggressive, faster matches, which is perfect for me. Heroes also have fewer abilities. Each "champ" will have a main attack, two abilities, a passive ability, and an ultimate. Each character also has a ton of slots you unlock over time, into which you insert items that augment things like their attack speed, cast speed, total health, magic points, magic strength, attack pierce, etc. These augments are such that, at high levels of play, two players using the same hero may use them in vastly different ways.
The main gameplay loop is the same. Three lanes, multiple towers in each lane, jungle and jungle enemies, and powerful items you purchase throughout the match as you level up and get gold.
I just got the invite to the Arena of Valor closed beta. Starts on 28th June and they sent me a download code.
Ok, ok, I bought Battle Chef Brigade. My wallet hates you, guys! Are you happy now?
What about all those SNK games? Are they good ports? I'm interested in many of those titles.
What about all those SNK games? Are they good ports? I'm interested in many of those titles.
