I just read you can only use online voice chat through an app on your smart phone, lol. How dumb.
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The Nintendo Switch Console Thread
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My only complaint is playing the Mario games. I have to get used to the A & B buttons not being linear. Jumping while running is much better on an NES controller. Other than that, the Switch controls are just fine for me.
Games to come like Metroid might be an issue playing with non linear buttons as well, when it comes to shooting while jumping.
If anyone is going to put plenty of hours playing these games. Then a NES controller is recommended. But if you just going to play occasionally for fun, then the Switch controller is more than good enough.
I don't see any controller settings. Only settings that exist so far are the display settings 4:3, Pixel Perfect, and CRT Filter.
While I’d prefer to run with Y and jump with B in the Mario games, it’s not unusable the way it it. Using X and A feels a little unnatural at first, but you get used to it.
I still hope Nintendo puts out an update for custom button mapping.
I still hope Nintendo puts out an update for custom button mapping.
The Nintendo online stuff is pretty... bad (from what i've read so far).
Inconsistent cloud saves across titles, and on top of that, there is no way to backup saves locally.
Voice chat shenanigans.
Classic titles only with a subscription (i'm so glad I still have my Wii with my VirtualConsole purchases).
I'm glad i'm a single player gamer. It seems like this might be the Switch's Achilles heel.
Inconsistent cloud saves across titles, and on top of that, there is no way to backup saves locally.
Voice chat shenanigans.
Classic titles only with a subscription (i'm so glad I still have my Wii with my VirtualConsole purchases).
I'm glad i'm a single player gamer. It seems like this might be the Switch's Achilles heel.
Anyone getting that Starlink game?
I guess you don't have to use the the toy, but buy the digital version?
Using that toy on your controller seems a bit of a pain...
Post a review? Thanks...
I guess you don't have to use the the toy, but buy the digital version?
Using that toy on your controller seems a bit of a pain...
Post a review? Thanks...
I bought the Digital Deluxe Version for $80 which includes all day-one releases (but not store exclusives). Will play tonight.
I use my Switch ONLY in handheld mode, there's no way I'm going to reconfig just to hook up the physical toys. I'm not going to use a controller with that thing hanging off it. You can craft/customize your ship in-game.
The toys need to be hooked up to unlock the ship and features and lasts only 1 week. Then you have to re-hook up the ship to unlock it again.
All toys will be available as DLC. DLC is obviously tied to your account and will always be available.
Physical copies/toys will be a lot more money than DLC.
Here's a vid with the cost breakdown:
I'm a collector and whould have loved the physical ships - but to have to hook them up all the time just to keep them unlocked.
Plus I already have too many toys from Amiibo's and Disney Infinity...
Amiibo's you only need to touch them to the controller, and DI and Skylanders have that base you just put the figures on..
Who thought of putting the toys on the controller?
Really?
Hey, how are you enjoying Starlink? Happy with the package you went with?
What I've been up to...
• Dark Souls Remastered - Played a couple hours, frustrated not with gameplay difficulty but just how terrible the game is about onboarding players and explaining systems and terms. So I will be playing with a guide. I'm used to Nintendo games, so not knowing what stuff means is a non-starter for me.
• Hollow Knight - Been playing this in small chunks, it's a 2d platformer with a lot of Dark Souls elements. But it's simple and straightforward, which is great.
• Fortnightmares - The Halloween / Monster mode. I love it, and continue to be amazed by the ongoing support Epic provides for this free game.
It was strange to pay $80 for just a download of a game.
Love the game, it has a lot of depth both with load-outs for the ships and your Pilot stats. Almost too much. Having Starfox in the Switch version was genius. Now Nintendo essentially has a game engine/platform to develop a Starfox only game for the Switch.
My most favorite is EVERSPACE - just a space shooter with some crafting - but not too much. It is also coming to the switch - though I don't know how you would be able to read the crafting screens in handheld mode.
I also play No Man's Sky in Creative Mode (no crafting/surviving necessary, everything has Zero cost).
Interesting how Starlink managed to place itself among these two games yet stay unique.
Sakurai always overloads his games with a crazy amount of collectibles, stats, challenges, and whatnot. You can completely ignore them and play the modes you want, how you want.
If I thought I had to understand everything, I'd feel intimidated too.
I haven't played a Smash game since the original one of N64. It's my favorite game of all time. I'm really excited to play it again on the Switch after so long, but I'm also worried about all the stuff going on during fights.
I don't like complex games. I also like a one to one player combat with the Smash style, gameplay and characters. I feel there's so much going on during fights that it becomes a detriment in the end.
But I still think it will be great. The original one has items and stuff, but not SO much as nowadays.
I'm also excited for the new Pokemon. Just started playing Pokemon Go two weeks ago and I'm hooked. Also haven't played a Pokemon game since the yellow version, so I've got a lot of catching up to do.
I don't like complex games. I also like a one to one player combat with the Smash style, gameplay and characters. I feel there's so much going on during fights that it becomes a detriment in the end.
But I still think it will be great. The original one has items and stuff, but not SO much as nowadays.
I'm also excited for the new Pokemon. Just started playing Pokemon Go two weeks ago and I'm hooked. Also haven't played a Pokemon game since the yellow version, so I've got a lot of catching up to do.
Sorry to post again sounding like a Smash evangelist, but it is a series I've invested over 1,000 hours in and played competitively...
Please don't worry about the complexity. You can fine tune your settings to have it as basic as possible, by turning items off (and a new addition in Smash Ultimate), switching stage hazards off.
In fact, I'm sure that's how the game will be played at tournaments!
That's good to hear! I watched the direct last week but it was so dense and complex the whole spirits thing that I disconnected and didn't fully understand it. I'll probably learn everything better just playing the game when it releases.Sorry to post again sounding like a Smash evangelist, but it is a series I've invested over 1,000 hours in and played competitively...
Please don't worry about the complexity. You can fine tune your settings to have it as basic as possible, by turning items off (and a new addition in Smash Ultimate), switching stage hazards off.
Ok, so I think I’ve decided between Starlink and Diablo 3, I’m putting Diablo 3 on my Christmas list..
Has anyone played it on the Switch at all? I’ve seen a lot of gameplay videos and it seems to run really well. I remember when they used the game to benchmark the first retina MacBook Pro as it just came out at the same time lol.
Also is the Pro Controller worth it? Kinda deciding if I want one?
Has anyone played it on the Switch at all? I’ve seen a lot of gameplay videos and it seems to run really well. I remember when they used the game to benchmark the first retina MacBook Pro as it just came out at the same time lol.
Also is the Pro Controller worth it? Kinda deciding if I want one?
Pro Controller is well worth it if you play in docked mode a lot. Expensive, but a very good controller.
Thanks, I don’t play a lot docked but that doesn’t mean I won’t, I also figured removing the joucons less would reduce wear on them?
I would assume so, but I really haven't removed my joycons since I first bought the Switch, so I lack the proper experience to support that claim.
Hahahahahaha wow! Well Scott... erm.. you certainly like it lol!
How long does the battery last? And if it goes flat, can you still use it when plugged into the Switch dock for charging?
Glad you enjoyed
The battery lasts ~40 hours, which is half as long as the Wii U Pro Controller but still excellent. You'll go long periods of time without even thinking about charging it.
It comes with a USB-C to USB-A cable to charge it with, and you can play it while charging. When you purchase it, just plug the cable in for the first time and your controller will be synched to your console.
Hey Gang! I'm hoping you all can help me! I didn't see it in the forums but maybe I missed it.
I own 1 switch. Under my Nintendo ID, I've downloaded several digital games (Arms, MarioKart, Go Vacation, Just Dance)
I'm considering buying a 2nd Switch but I don't want to have to re-buy all the games and I understand there's a way to share games.
Will I be able to play Just Dance on Switch One and MarioKart on Switch Two simultaneously or how do I manage that well? Any help would be appreciated!
I own 1 switch. Under my Nintendo ID, I've downloaded several digital games (Arms, MarioKart, Go Vacation, Just Dance)
I'm considering buying a 2nd Switch but I don't want to have to re-buy all the games and I understand there's a way to share games.
Will I be able to play Just Dance on Switch One and MarioKart on Switch Two simultaneously or how do I manage that well? Any help would be appreciated!