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  1. Comment on Resident Evil Veronica announced for 2027 in ~games

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    I never beat CV on Dreamcast. But as a Dreamcast owner at the time, this was my most anticipated DC game outside of the sports titles. This reinvention looks really well done and imo, looks much...

    I never beat CV on Dreamcast. But as a Dreamcast owner at the time, this was my most anticipated DC game outside of the sports titles. This reinvention looks really well done and imo, looks much better than RE9.

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  2. Comment on What are your predictions and wishes for the upcoming Nintendo Direct? in ~games

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    During that most recent investor calls, the CEO of Nintendo talked about supporting Switch 1 longer than they planned and the “need” to get games out quicker and cheaper. To me, this means more HD...

    During that most recent investor calls, the CEO of Nintendo talked about supporting Switch 1 longer than they planned and the “need” to get games out quicker and cheaper. To me, this means more HD remakes or ports. Nintendo could utilize GameCube/Wii/3DS/Wii U fairly easily and N64 with more work.

    This would seem like a quicker option imo of supporting Switch 1 longer.

  3. Comment on What are your predictions and wishes for the upcoming Nintendo Direct? in ~games

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    I do wonder if Kirby air riders gets a patch. There was a rumor it is getting a traditional racing mode. I also wonder about DLC for Mario kart and Pokopia.

    I do wonder if Kirby air riders gets a patch. There was a rumor it is getting a traditional racing mode.

    I also wonder about DLC for Mario kart and Pokopia.

  4. Comment on What are your predictions and wishes for the upcoming Nintendo Direct? in ~games

  5. Comment on What are your predictions and wishes for the upcoming Nintendo Direct? in ~games

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    My will be shorter. And separated differently 2026 releases mostly and one 2027 release NS2 ONLY: Zelda OoT shown Fire emblem fortunes weave Splatoon raiders Starfox remake-hidden content shown....

    My will be shorter. And separated differently

    2026 releases mostly and one 2027 release

    NS2 ONLY:

    • Zelda OoT shown

    • Fire emblem fortunes weave

    • Splatoon raiders

    • Starfox remake-hidden content shown. Teases Fzero! (I’m serious.) James McCloud is a Fzero character in GX.

    • Switch sports 2

    • Duskbloods

    2027 RELEASE: Mario or Smash tease

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    NS2 editions:

    • Pikmin 4 and

    • Luigi mansion 3
      Or

    • Super Mario maker 2
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      Switch 1 & 2 titles (two titles shown)

    Pick two:

    Dr Mario
    Pilot wings resort
    Super Metroid remake
    Triforce heroes
    Wario land
    Nintendogs

    No one thinks to mention Switch 1
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    NSO:

    MP2
    Zelda four swords
    Mario sunshine
    Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

    3rd parties:

    Stage tour aka Guitar Hero by RedOctane
    REmake 2 & Veronica
    Killer instinct port?
    Minecraft bedrock
    Minecraft dungeon 2
    Chronos Lazarus
    MH Wilds
    007, Madden 27, Lego Batman, Elden Ring info
    COD Blops 1&2
    COD MW4

    Sonic CD remake?
    Sega reveal Crazy taxi or Jet set radio
    Persona 4 remake

    Halo port announced
    Or
    StarCraft 2 announced

    Castlevania symphony of the night


    The big surprise:

    Pick 1:

    Chrono trigger HD2D ( I am sure this is real)
    Kingdom hearts remake (I am sure this is real)
    Metal gear solid twin snakes remake?
    Banjo collection?
    GTA VI (I am sure a port is coming at some point)

  6. Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games

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    So I was babysitting my nephew & niece today. 5 & 6 years old for context. I decided to buy the new Yoshi game, as it is difficult to keep a 5-6 year old entertained all day, while doing other...

    So I was babysitting my nephew & niece today. 5 & 6 years old for context. I decided to buy the new Yoshi game, as it is difficult to keep a 5-6 year old entertained all day, while doing other things.

    So we played it together and I have a few thoughts.

    1.) This game is difficult for kids mostly due to the reading comprehension level. The 5-6 year old was not going to read all of that. That portion is a puzzling design choice by Nintendo. I get that Nintendo wants you to read the game to the child, like a story book. But the hints and language is not the language that would be in a young person's book.

    2.) Gameplay is very good. It seems like this is mixture of a child and streamlined Gary's Mod, Sonic the Hedgehog 1, and puzzle game. I know this sounds bizarre. Just suspend disbelief for a moment.
    A.) The puzzles on some levels will have childish physics that will be a reaction akin to Gary's Mod.
    B.) Yoshi in slow motion moves just like how Sonic moves in Sonic 1 on Sega Genesis, when you are exploring. Very similar feel between both of the games.

    This game is a unique concept that rewards exploration even if you get hit by enemies. Because you are looking past the enemies and looking at the puzzles. Which imo, is why there is not a life bar.

    3.) The game looks and animates very well. Pretty game.

    4.) The most PUZZLING thing in this game. The controls. It uses four or five different buttons throughout the gameplay loop. This is not something a child would be able to do. I am surprised it was not a three button game. We completed the first two chapters in under two hours.

    5.) The game is easy to beat levels but challenging to beat at 100%. They make you REALLY work for it. Each chapter is less than an hour, if you are not going for 100%.

    Final thoughts: This is a very cute game that should not be missed with smaller children. There is enjoyment for the adult as well, trying to help 100% the game. This game is probably $10 too much. I think $49.99/$59.99 would have been a better pricing structure for this game. This game is definitely more fun for $70 than Mario Wonder Bellabel Park edition with young children. I wasn't a big fan of the minigames in the Bellabel Park portion of the game.

    Honestly, it terms of "fun factor" this is probably a top 6 Switch 2 first party title (at this time). The creativity trying to solve the more difficult puzzles, is very cozy and yet it is engaging. As always continuing theme, it would appear Nintendo marketing did not convey properly what this game was exactly. Just like Mario Tennis.

    Currently a top 6 first party Switch 2 title. (For a few months anyway). Yoshi sits with Mario Kart, DK Bonanza, BoTW, Pokopia, and Mario Tennis.

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  8. Comment on Yoshi and the Mysterious Book | Coming May 21st in ~games

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    I don’t disagree. I was just observing it looked different than previous Yoshi titles, that did have some form of combat. Maybe, I am wrong and we get another trailer with more gameplay prior to...

    I don’t disagree. I was just observing it looked different than previous Yoshi titles, that did have some form of combat.

    Maybe, I am wrong and we get another trailer with more gameplay prior to launch. Again, it was just my observation.

    Side Note: After seeing some of the analytics that were shared at GDC, I was quite surprised. I think Nintendo, Sony, and gaming as a whole needs to find a way to start pivoting away from the adult games and move towards more kid games. I know that is a large ask. But those statistics regarding children and Roblox, Fortnite, and Minecraft were staggering.

    1 vote
  9. Comment on Yoshi and the Mysterious Book | Coming May 21st in ~games

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    I don’t think it will be per se. I think they will say it is an “cozy” adventure with exploration. No combat, no boss battles, etc. Complete the challenges to unlock the next level. We will see,...

    I don’t think it will be per se. I think they will say it is an “cozy” adventure with exploration. No combat, no boss battles, etc. Complete the challenges to unlock the next level.

    We will see, but it could be the voice combined with the muppet looking characters. But, i still think as of now, it is that type of game.
    Which is fine, again. Little kids would likely love it.

    2 votes
  10. Comment on Yoshi and the Mysterious Book | Coming May 21st in ~games

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    I saw this trailer, and have a different take completely on this game. This imo, looks like a Sesame Street style game. It appears to me to be a borderline educational game that smaller kids can...

    I saw this trailer, and have a different take completely on this game.

    This imo, looks like a Sesame Street style game. It appears to me to be a borderline educational game that smaller kids can play with parents.

    From what we have seen it there is no combat at all.

    If this theory is correct, while not for me, it is an interesting step Nintendo is taking. The educational gaming market is completely underserved and would be an interesting path to go down.

    2 votes
  11. Comment on Pokémon Pokopia | Gameplay video in ~games

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    I really appreciate the input, please see my other response to the previous poster. It applies to you as well. Thanks!

    I really appreciate the input, please see my other response to the previous poster. It applies to you as well. Thanks!

    2 votes
  12. Comment on Pokémon Pokopia | Gameplay video in ~games

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    I truly appreciate your response. I really feel like there are a lot of bots out on social media sites pushing a narrative about this game and a few others. So it is really cool to get feedback...

    I truly appreciate your response.

    I really feel like there are a lot of bots out on social media sites pushing a narrative about this game and a few others.

    So it is really cool to get feedback about the game in a setting like Tildes! Thanks.

    4 votes
  13. Comment on Pokémon Pokopia | Gameplay video in ~games

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    Has anyone played this Pokopia? I am interested in buying for a gift for my niece and nephew. Curious to what people think. Side note: I feel like there a lot of bots commenting on this game in...

    Has anyone played this Pokopia? I am interested in buying for a gift for my niece and nephew. Curious to what people think.

    Side note: I feel like there a lot of bots commenting on this game in other forums right now and it is hard to gauge the true popularity of this game and if it will still be popular in the coming months.

    3 votes
  14. Comment on 007 First Light | Official trailer in ~games

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    This game looks like the uncharted game we are getting this gen. Looks like it has a lot of potential!

    This game looks like the uncharted game we are getting this gen. Looks like it has a lot of potential!

    2 votes
  15. Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games

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    I’ve been playing Mario Tennis Fever with my son. This reminds me of older EA arcade titles. It has a lot in common mechanically with EA Grand Slam Tennis. It is easy to pick up and play, harder...

    I’ve been playing Mario Tennis Fever with my son.

    This reminds me of older EA arcade titles. It has a lot in common mechanically with EA Grand Slam Tennis. It is easy to pick up and play, harder to master.

    Swing mode is not quite as responsive as you want it to be. That said, it is even easier to understand than Switch Sports tennis. It is good for young children or elderly.

    The single player rpg mode is only about 3 hours long. It is really just a tutorial.

    That said the gameplay is magic! The court is smaller than Mario Tennis Aces and it gives it a sense of tension and quick rally’s. Much like how NBA Jam shrinks the court versus NBA 2k.

    Honestly, if this game gets a patch to fix online with friends and adds a little more content via free DLC, this is probably a Top 3-4 Switch 2 First party title.

    The family friendly pick up and play nature of the matches reminds me more of Mario Kart 8 deluxe than Mario tennis Aces.

    3 votes
  16. Comment on Bethesda X Nintendo Switch 2 | Reveal trailer in ~games

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    So, I was disappointed in the Direct and Microsoft overall. But, Bethesda putting Indiana Jones on a physical cart and not a Game Key Card is a really nice touch. It will be one of the games we...

    So, I was disappointed in the Direct and Microsoft overall. But, Bethesda putting Indiana Jones on a physical cart and not a Game Key Card is a really nice touch. It will be one of the games we buy for our household this year.

    2 votes
  17. Comment on Recommendations needed: Favorite “comfort” movies in ~movies

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    No, i appreciate the recommendation. I have been sick for days and will be off work until at least next week. I have put on Ancient Aliens and just let it play half the day.

    No, i appreciate the recommendation. I have been sick for days and will be off work until at least next week. I have put on Ancient Aliens and just let it play half the day.

    2 votes
  18. Recommendations needed: Favorite “comfort” movies

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    Hi Everyone,

    I am looking for recommendations of your favorite “comfort” movies. Movies, I don’t have to take too seriously and can be watched over and over and can fall asleep to.

    As an example a few of mine would be:

    MoneyBall
    Jesse Stone movies
    Dave
    Avengers Infinity War and Endgame
    Star Trek Generations
    Major League
    Clear and Present Danger
    Ghostbusters Afterlife
    Batman Begins
    Batman Returns
    Grinch animated movie
    Indiana jones dial of destiny
    Rocky balboa
    Moonfall
    Goldeneye
    X-men 1 & 2, Days of Futures Past
    Rainmaker
    Runaway Jury

    41 votes
  19. Comment on Help me enjoy Baldur's Gate 3 in ~games

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    This is a separate question. How do you compare BG3 to Original Sin 2? Pro’s and Con’s of both? My son has NS2 and is a college student. Was waiting for BG3, but maybe I’ll get him Original Sin 2?

    This is a separate question.

    How do you compare BG3 to Original Sin 2? Pro’s and Con’s of both?

    My son has NS2 and is a college student. Was waiting for BG3, but maybe I’ll get him Original Sin 2?

  20. Comment on What are some of your favorite stews/soups? in ~food

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    I agree. We do make this in the winter. Good call.

    I agree. We do make this in the winter. Good call.