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silvagti · 8 May 2018 at 20:57

Seems fine to me given cloud saves and online multiplayer access but then I never bought anything on the virtual console as I didn't like the fact that your don't really own them and it's annoying paying for games I already own on cartridge.

If anything I'd rather pay £18 a year for access to a selection of retro NES, SNES, GameCube, etc games rather than pay individually to ''own" them. Especially as I'm not convinced Nintendo will transfer purchased virtual console games to their newer systems so you're effectively re-buying the games again every time you buy a new console generation which is ridiculous. Hopefully they'll add online multiplayer support and lobby's to some of the retro games.

I kind of suspect this is the reason for no more virtual console as I think Nintendo doesn't want you buying games and would rather you 'rent' them perpetually via annual subscription .

Thesnipergecko · 8 May 2018 at 21:05

Wang Computer said:
I think £20 per year is a bit steep for a few ancient NES games and a cloud saving feature that probably should be included in the cost of the console. There's still no proper virtual console, backing up of saves to a memory card or proper online service with parties/achievements/whatnot..

This. Glad I'm not the only one who's not seeing the value of this.

GamingDaddy · 8 May 2018 at 21:39

To be honest I haven't touched any online stuff since I had the switch, and usually the games I play are single player so I doubt I'd be paying for this

BMox81 · 8 May 2018 at 21:44

silvagti said:
Seems fine to me given cloud saves and online multiplayer access but then I never bought anything on the virtual console as I didn't like the fact that your don't really own them and it's annoying paying for games I already own on cartridge.

If anything I'd rather pay £18 a year for access to a selection of retro NES, SNES, GameCube, etc games rather than pay individually to ''own" them. Especially as I'm not convinced Nintendo will transfer purchased virtual console games to their newer systems so you're effectively re-buying the games again every time you buy a new console generation which is ridiculous. Hopefully they'll add online multiplayer support and lobby's to some of the retro games.

I kind of suspect this is the reason for no more virtual console as I think Nintendo doesn't want you buying games and would rather you 'rent' them perpetually via annual subscription .

I’m the exact opposite. Having the option to buy the titles I want and have them all on the one console as opposed to renting them would have been perfect for me.

silvagti · 9 May 2018 at 17:04

BMox81 said:
I’m the exact opposite. Having the option to buy the titles I want and have them all on the one console as opposed to renting them would have been perfect for me.

The problem is what happens when Nintendo release a new console in another 5 or so years time? If the old system breaks or you want to sell it in future you'll lose access to those titles?

Would you really be happy paying to buy all those titles again on a new system? I certainly wouldn't!

GamingDaddy · 9 May 2018 at 18:17

silvagti said:
The problem is what happens when Nintendo release a new console in another 5 or so years time? If the old system breaks or you want to sell it in future you'll lose access to those titles?

Would you really be happy paying to buy all those titles again on a new system? I certainly wouldn't!

As long as the console doesn't die then you'll always have those games.
If the games are rented then eventually they may close down the renting option, whereas if you own those games they'll always be there

BMox81 · 9 May 2018 at 18:22

silvagti said:
The problem is what happens when Nintendo release a new console in another 5 or so years time? If the old system breaks or you want to sell it in future you'll lose access to those titles?

Would you really be happy paying to buy all those titles again on a new system? I certainly wouldn't!

Aren’t the titles you buy tied to your account now as opposed to the previous way you’re describing? That’s the impression I got from the account changes before the Switch was released.

megalomanic · 9 May 2018 at 18:56

BMox81 said:
Aren’t the titles you buy tied to your account now as opposed to the previous way you’re describing? That’s the impression I got from the account changes before the Switch was released.

Purchases are linked to your account yes (while also being restricted for use on 1 Switch at a time), but that doesn't mean games purchased now will work on the next Nintendo system.

You can unlink a Switch from your account before selling it, but if it dies or is stolen you'd need to contact Nintendo to get it unlinked before being able to download the games on another Switch system.

I think one of the primary reasons Nintendo went with Tegra is they want to move towards a unified platform/ecosystem across generations, they actually talked about this back in the NX rumour days and referred to iOS and how apps are compatible across generations. So I think there's a good chance the next system will have good backwards compatibility, especially considering the approach MS/Sony is taking, but we don't know for sure.

ThestigGT999 · 10 May 2018 at 15:31

Switch Adjustable Charging Stand Coming July 13

Here is an overview:

With a handy port for an AC adapter on the side, the adjustable charging stand allows the Nintendo Switch system to be charging while in Tabletop mode, enabling longer play sessions.

The angle of the stand can also be adjusted to create the best viewing angle for different environments.

Kreeeee · 10 May 2018 at 17:02

ThestigGT999 said:
Switch Adjustable Charging Stand Coming July 13

That's just comical. Get the Official Hori stand instead for a more flexible and cheaper option.

The Hori is flatter when not in use and has more flexibility in angle when in use, this just seems like a useless option in comparison.

Moothead2 · 10 May 2018 at 17:19

The Hori is about 4 times bigger though.

Kreeeee · 10 May 2018 at 17:35

Moothead2 said:
The Hori is about 4 times bigger though.

It has a similar volume and it folds flat, which is way more important when travelling with it. It's easier to carry/pack a phone compared to a power brick for example. You try fitting that stand in a Switch carry case, but the Hori stand fits perfectly in mine (Orzly case).

Both are terrible choices compared to my portable 3D printed dock though which is smaller than either one and... is also a dock

megalomanic · 10 May 2018 at 17:58

Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate releasing Aug 28th

https://youtu.be/sLyiEKCpJrg

Its basically the english version of Generations Double Cross... I think.

ak22 · 10 May 2018 at 18:04

£17.99 for 12 months membership is a good price compared to the competition, but are well just getting NES games?

Phate · 10 May 2018 at 18:59

ak22 said:
£17.99 for 12 months membership is a good price compared to the competition, but are well just getting NES games?

Likely not but we don't have more info yet.

steve5424 · 10 May 2018 at 19:39

ak22 said:
£17.99 for 12 months membership is a good price compared to the competition, but are well just getting NES games?

I am sure when first announced they mentioned SNES games

Plainsong · 10 May 2018 at 20:16

megalomanic said:
Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate releasing Aug 28th

https://youtu.be/sLyiEKCpJrg

Its basically the english version of Generations Double Cross... I think.

I saw this and am definitely up for some of that. Is it XX though? Not sure!

malachi · 11 May 2018 at 09:00

Plainsong said:
I saw this and am definitely up for some of that. Is it XX though? Not sure!

Yes its the localized version of Monster Hunter XX, which has been available on the Switch in Japan since year.

fez · 11 May 2018 at 09:01

ak22 said:
£17.99 for 12 months membership is a good price compared to the competition, but are well just getting NES games?

Its OK. You are comparing apples to oranges though. I could get PSN for £35/year and you get a load of really good games free over that time and its actually a full fledged online system rather than the half baked excuse Nintendo are rolling out.

megalomanic · 11 May 2018 at 13:00

There's a demo/online beta for Blazblue Cross Tag Battle, but only available on US/JP eShop I believe (I spotted it while browsing the jp store).

I played a little this morning, never played an 'anime fighter' before but it's quite fun!.
Also I think this was the first time I've properly used the d-pad on the pro-pad as the primary input, feels much better than I expected and had no missed inputs or anything.

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