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General Discussion => VIDYA GAMES => Topic started by: Baron Samedi on January 02, 2018, 12:16:54 PM
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So my folks got me a Switch this holiday season. I'm pretty psyched but I don't really know what to do with myself. I've been running a PS2 for the last 10+ years so I'm pretty blown away by the graphics and capabilities and all that stuff even though I know it's not as powerful as the other current generation systems. I bought Mario Odyssey and Zelda because they seem universally loved, but just wondering if anyone has any suggestions of cool indie games or other must-haves.
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I don’t have one, but isn’t there a Mario kart? Unless you hate racing games.
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just wondering if anyone has any suggestions of cool indie games or other must-haves.
I've been wondering the same thing.
Can anybody help with this?
Edit: New rule. Don't mention Mario or Zelda. Chances are we've already played them.
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MARIO kart for sure
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I've heard the Legend of Zelda game for switch is pretty good.
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pushes, grinds, flips, ollies etc all day. no reg allowed.
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The Legend of Zelda is incredible.
The Binding of Isaac is my go-to.
Enter the Gungeon is killer and pretty cheap.
The new Super Mario Odyssey is just OK, as far as I'm concerned.
Seriously, though...get the new Zelda.
EDIT: also...Doom and Skyrim are supposed to be great.
AND...they're releasing Bayonetta 1 & 2 in a month or so. I've never played them but they're loved with a cult-like fervor.
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Bro I didn't know you were a GAYmer!
Thanks for the suggestions. I've heard BOI is super hard but it does seem like a good one. I picked up Doom this weekend and am really enjoying it. Would highly recommend. I'm saving Zelda for later since I already know it's going to be amazing.
I also am having fun with the Sonic remake, although it makes me feel old since I frequently get overwhelmed by all the seizure-inducing visuals and the cracked out soundtrack.
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I don't have a Switch, but Golf Story look super fun.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-6HotrJfBI
some description from their website (http://golfstorygame.com/ (http://golfstorygame.com/))
- Tee up anywhere! You’ll be surprised by how many problems can be solved by hitting a golf ball at them.
- Explore 8 unique environments, each with their own courses, towns, people and secrets.
- Play through a dramatic story with a diverse cast of characters.
- Upgrade your golfer by completing challenges, solving puzzles and buying new equipment.
- Round out your skill set with long driver tournaments, disc golf, mini golf and wee links. Then go beyond golf with extra challenges like races, mowing, drone flights and geocaching.
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Mario + Rabbids battle kingdom.
Not only is it good. But the fact that it's sounded like a dumb idea made it better. Also the game is tough. Really challenging. It's tactical shooter RPG, which is crazy and one of the best looking games on the switch. Some would argue it looks better than Mario odyssey.
Indies:
Rocket league - soccer in rocket cars
Sonic Mania - its a new classic sonic, everyone loves it. If you liked sonic on the genesis, this is for you.
Kamiko - highly aesthetic retro Zelda-esq puzzle game
Shovel Knight - Fucking great 2d adventure platformer, plus you get the DLC which is basically 3 games because each character controls different, has different levels and story arcs (although there is some crossover which only helps the story) A great difficulty curve. Sort of like Megaman/Castlevania/Metroid
I like phatom breaker, which is like streets of rage with anime girls, but it's not everyone's cup of tea.
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golf story is awesome, so is the new sonic, shovel knight, puyopuyo tetris. lotta good gems on the switch, and nintendo just announced yesterday they sold 15 million switches world wide, thats a huge online community.
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Rahman Legends is the GOAT of 2d platformers in my opinion so there's that.
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my switch friend code: SW-4083-3192-7439 if anyone is feeling lonely
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It's pretty much only fun with a buddy, but Snipperclips is a super cute puzzle game that's lots of fun. Splatoon 2 is fun, even though Nintendo's online kinda stinks. If you haven't played Skyrim before that's probably a must have. I got my Switch day one and I'm still not tired of Zelda and Mario. Mario Kart 8 is also fun.
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It's pretty much only fun with a buddy, but Snipperclips is a super cute puzzle game that's lots of fun. Splatoon 2 is fun, even though Nintendo's online kinda stinks. If you haven't played Skyrim before that's probably a must have. I got my Switch day one and I'm still not tired of Zelda and Mario. Mario Kart 8 is also fun.
Yeah as an RPG (specifically JRPG) lover, I'll probably jump on Skyrim and then once they come out with some more JRPGs I'll probably pick those up too.
I've put a bunch of hours into Zelda and have basically not advanced the storyline at all. I'm just having tons of fun cruising around and doing side quests and finding shit to cook.
I do have to side with GAY here and say it's actually been hard for me to get into Mario Odyssey. For whatever reason it hasn't grabbed me like the other games have.
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Agreed with with Mario Odyssey comments.
If you like 2D Zelda get Blossom Kingdom. Super cool pixel art and tons of fun
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Is anyone playing Switch without a TV? ie only using it as a portable system?
I really want to play it (especially for the new Bayonetta, but Zelda looks pretty good too) but I don't have a TV and don't plan on buying one.
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Is anyone playing Switch without a TV? ie only using it as a portable system?
I really want to play it (especially for the new Bayonetta, but Zelda looks pretty good too) but I don't have a TV and don't plan on buying one.
I've played the switch on the go. It's cool. A different way to game.
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Is anyone playing Switch without a TV? ie only using it as a portable system?
I really want to play it (especially for the new Bayonetta, but Zelda looks pretty good too) but I don't have a TV and don't plan on buying one.
I bought it thinking I would never use it as a handheld but eventually it just becomes so much more convenient. TV or not you'll love it
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picked up payday 2 yesterday, its pretty fun, annoying nintendo doesnt support voice chat in this but there is a work around.
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Is anyone playing Switch without a TV? ie only using it as a portable system?
I really want to play it (especially for the new Bayonetta, but Zelda looks pretty good too) but I don't have a TV and don't plan on buying one.
I mostly play on my couch with something else playing on the TV. I only really dock it when I have company. There is a drop in resolution and frame rate in some games, that's mostly not noticeable.
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2018 already seems to be a big year for the switch.
New super smash bros expected this year.
https://www.nintendo.com/nintendo-direct/03-08-2018/?eid=NintDirect20180308_EA9A4F4B-C4BD-4731-B8B0-BA56C94309D1
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Any updates on the best games?
I just bought a Nintendo Switch. I know this is dumb since a new console is supposed to come out soon, but the last console I bought was a PS2, so I'm not exactly on the cutting edge of things.
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Any updates on the best games?
I just bought a Nintendo Switch. I know this is dumb since a new console is supposed to come out soon, but the last console I bought was a PS2, so I'm not exactly on the cutting edge of things.
Mandatory play:
Mario odyssey
both zeldas
mario wonder
metroid dread
luigi's mansion 3
for parties:
mario kart
super smash
If you haven't on other systems:
Metroid prime
Donkey kong tropical freeze
New super Mario
3-d Mario with boswer's fury
pikmin 3
skyward sword
link's awakening
captain toad
Haven't played but it's on my agenda:
pikmin 4
Mario RPG
The streaming service has some fire n64 and SNES games too.
Hope that helps!
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If you want to test the strength of your marriage or friendship, play Overcooked.
I've been loving Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity for some button mashing fun, it can be grind-y for weapons and rupees but its easy to start difficult to master gameplay has got me hooked.
Dave the Diver is a chill time too, restaurant management coupled with rouge-like looting of the ocean.
Triangle Story and Xenochronicles if you fancy some JRPGs, and if you spend time to get emulators installed you can access the back catalog of games from PS1 and up. Not sure about performance but there are lots of tutorials and videos on YT.
Zelda BOTW and TotK - I put a lot of hours into BOTW and only a few into TotK. While the mechanics aren't as freeform as TotK I prefer the limited abilities of BOTW that don't overwhelm me with too many choices.
Super Mario Wonder is another easy to pick up and play game, lots of fun with the family since you can cooperate or be total dicks to each other. And the level design and music is cute as hell.
Edit - definitely get a proper controller like the official Nintendo one or 3rd party ones from Gulikit or 8bitdo. Your adult hands wil thank you.
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Thanks. I'll look into these.
I got the Switch bundle that comes with Smash Bros and I ordered Mario Wonder as well.
I was thinking about a Crash Bandicoot game and maybe the Donkey Kong game. I also saw Portal 1 and 2 was on sale for 7 dollars if I get the online version.
Is there a skateboard game worth playing? I never played any of the Skate games but always thought they would be fun to try.
I'm hoping I can make a collection via used games at this point.
I'm thinking it is best to avoid games that will obviously be better on a stronger system like Doom or Samurai Shodown, is the right assumption or am I limiting myself unnecessarily?
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Thanks. I'll look into these.
I got the Switch bundle that comes with Smash Bros and I ordered Mario Wonder as well.
I was thinking about a Crash Bandicoot game and maybe the Donkey Kong game. I also saw Portal 1 and 2 was on sale for 7 dollars if I get the online version.
Is there a skateboard game worth playing? I never played any of the Skate games but always thought they would be fun to try.
I'm hoping I can make a collection via used games at this point.
I'm thinking it is best to avoid games that will obviously be better on a stronger system like Doom or Samurai Shodown, is the right assumption or am I limiting myself unnecessarily?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AccdX6p16KM&ab_channel=NintendoLife
Graphics on the Switch have been reduced, FPS dropped from 60 to 30 but still perfectly playable.
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Thanks. I'll look into these.
I got the Switch bundle that comes with Smash Bros and I ordered Mario Wonder as well.
I was thinking about a Crash Bandicoot game and maybe the Donkey Kong game. I also saw Portal 1 and 2 was on sale for 7 dollars if I get the online version.
Is there a skateboard game worth playing? I never played any of the Skate games but always thought they would be fun to try.
I'm hoping I can make a collection via used games at this point.
I'm thinking it is best to avoid games that will obviously be better on a stronger system like Doom or Samurai Shodown, is the right assumption or am I limiting myself unnecessarily?
I've put so many hours into the skate game Session, highly recommend but it's a tough one to learn but super fun.
Anyone else here playing the old Mario Parties on the N64? MP 3 just came out and played it with my brother's and its fun as hell with the right group
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Skater XL comes out tomorrow
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w60M4oZRQ9w (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w60M4oZRQ9w)
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Mario kart is always a fun game.
the donkey kong game is alright, was a big fan of those for snes and it just doesnt hit the same.
subscribe to the online, you get some snes games that i honestly play more than any of the switch games i have.
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Anyone got recs for 4player co op games?
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Anyone got recs for 4player co op games?
Overcooked 1 & 2, Moving Out 1 & 2 - crazy fun times trying to coordinate and not destroy your friendship
Mario Kart 8 - easy recommendation
TMNT Shredder's Revenge and Streets of Rage 4 - classic beat 'em up fun
Mario Wonder - colorful and charming, if you got kids it's even easier to pick up and play
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Just finished Mario Wonder. It was cool and creative, but so much easier than the Marios on Nintendo or Super Nintendo.
They need to release a second version of the game that includes all these mechanics but with harder levels and few power-ups.
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Just finished Mario Wonder. It was cool and creative, but so much easier than the Marios on Nintendo or Super Nintendo.
They need to release a second version of the game that includes all these mechanics but with harder levels and few power-ups.
Worth the $60 price tag? Also did you play co-op? Think I might buy to play with my brothers over Xmas weekend, we usually love any mario game we can all jump into
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Just finished Mario Wonder. It was cool and creative, but so much easier than the Marios on Nintendo or Super Nintendo.
They need to release a second version of the game that includes all these mechanics but with harder levels and few power-ups.
Worth the $60 price tag? Also did you play co-op? Think I might buy to play with my brothers over Xmas weekend, we usually love any mario game we can all jump into
It's a fun time for immediate pick up and play action, easy for kids to pick up but seasoned gamers will find the challenge lacking. I'd look for a used copy.
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Just finished Mario Wonder. It was cool and creative, but so much easier than the Marios on Nintendo or Super Nintendo.
They need to release a second version of the game that includes all these mechanics but with harder levels and few power-ups.
Worth the $60 price tag? Also did you play co-op? Think I might buy to play with my brothers over Xmas weekend, we usually love any mario game we can all jump into
It's a fun time for immediate pick up and play action, easy for kids to pick up but seasoned gamers will find the challenge lacking. I'd look for a used copy.
Thanks. Ya my brother's and I grew up with Mario so would probably crush it a bit easily. We'll just stick with the old Mario parties for now then til I can catch a deal on Wonder
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Just finished Mario Wonder. It was cool and creative, but so much easier than the Marios on Nintendo or Super Nintendo.
They need to release a second version of the game that includes all these mechanics but with harder levels and few power-ups.
Worth the $60 price tag? Also did you play co-op? Think I might buy to play with my brothers over Xmas weekend, we usually love any mario game we can all jump into
It's a fun time for immediate pick up and play action, easy for kids to pick up but seasoned gamers will find the challenge lacking. I'd look for a used copy.
Agreed.
Used is the way to go. I'm considering selling mine. I'm not sure if it is worth keeping and I can probably get a decent price for it pre-Xmas.
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Just finished Mario Wonder. It was cool and creative, but so much easier than the Marios on Nintendo or Super Nintendo.
They need to release a second version of the game that includes all these mechanics but with harder levels and few power-ups.
Worth the $60 price tag? Also did you play co-op? Think I might buy to play with my brothers over Xmas weekend, we usually love any mario game we can all jump into
It's a fun time for immediate pick up and play action, easy for kids to pick up but seasoned gamers will find the challenge lacking. I'd look for a used copy.
Agreed.
Used is the way to go. I'm considering selling mine. I'm not sure if it is worth keeping and I can probably get a decent price for it pre-Xmas.
Yeah Ebay shows auctions going right to about 50 bucks, cash in while you can. I'd probably buy once I can find for around 30
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Shovel Knight - Fucking great 2d adventure platformer, plus you get the DLC which is basically 3 games because each character controls different, has different levels and story arcs (although there is some crossover which only helps the story) A great difficulty curve. Sort of like Megaman/Castlevania/Metroid
I love Shovel Knight and you're right about the difficulty curve, progressive without being punishing.
Into the Breach if you like a tactical puzzle solver.
Persona 5 Royal if you like an open world JRPG with fun soundtrack. The entire Persona series (4 Golden, Tactica, Strikers) is over the top fun.
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Has anyone been playing FZero-99?
I like it, but outside of the mini-prix and grand-prix it is the same four levels over and over again, the rankings are completely off (I'm S Class, but I can't medal. I'm consistently 8th to 25th place), and this winter update is ok, but not amazing.
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Bought Mario Wonder for my 6 year olds Christmas. It’s so fun to play games together.
Also find a copy of Skater XL on switch for us as well.
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I play Mario Kart 8 and SM3DW with my kids. It's been ton of funs everytime. Sonic Mania is great. Played Pokemon Shield by myself and can always recommend the mainline Pokemon games. Would love to get the Zeldas too.
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Doom Eternal is pretty good.
I'm getting completely wrecked in the campaign, but for 10 dollars this is pretty amazing.
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I play Mario Kart 8 and SM3DW with my kids. It's been ton of funs everytime. Sonic Mania is great. Played Pokemon Shield by myself and can always recommend the mainline Pokemon games. Would love to get the Zeldas too.
I’ll have to get Sonic Mania next. Luigi Mansion 3 has been the most fun to play together so far.
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I play Mario Kart 8 and SM3DW with my kids. It's been ton of funs everytime. Sonic Mania is great. Played Pokemon Shield by myself and can always recommend the mainline Pokemon games. Would love to get the Zeldas too.
I’ll have to get Sonic Mania next. Luigi Mansion 3 has been the most fun to play together so far.
Ah, I always forget Luigis Mansion exists for Switch, too. Thanks for reminding. Loved it on my 3DS.
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pikmin 4 is fun
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I'm currently playing Mario Wonder and I'm digging it
Like you guys said above it is kinda easy... All these new games are easy-ish and I would love more of a challenge.
The only level that made me really grind for it on these newer games was the 'Champion's Road' on Super Mario 3D World... I tried that shit for 3+ days no kidding, but the feeling I got when I finally did it was amazing and something I actually missed like that feeling of accomplishment on a game
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I'm currently playing Mario Wonder and I'm digging it
Like you guys said above it is kinda easy... All these new games are easy-ish and I would love more of a challenge.
The only level that made me really grind for it on these newer games was the 'Champion's Road' on Super Mario 3D World... I tried that shit for 3+ days no kidding, but the feeling I got when I finally did it was amazing and something I actually missed like that feeling of accomplishment on a game
I would love if Nintendo would start acknowledging that while a lot of it's audience is younger, they have a heavy sector of adult players who grew up on Nintendo games (esp the traditional ones like Mario, Zelda, Pokemon, etc...) and incorporating "hard modes" in their traditional games would be amazing. Whether that's speedruns, no items, nuzlockes, etc... something you could unlock after you've beat the game to give them endless replay value.
I know you can do that in romhacks and other stuff but Nintendo is low-key missing out by just not incorporating it into their games already.
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The surprise success of the Mario movie probably prompted them to make a highly accessible game to cash in on the new found kid fandom. This thread made me start thinking about clearing Mario Odyssey - from what I've watched it can get really challenging with the balloon mode.
Or maybe I'll start BOTW again, TotK felt too open-ended for me and the sticky mechanics felt too finicky.
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The surprise success of the Mario movie probably prompted them to make a highly accessible game to cash in on the new found kid fandom. This thread made me start thinking about clearing Mario Odyssey - from what I've watched it can get really challenging with the balloon mode.
Or maybe I'll start BOTW again, TotK felt too open-ended for me and the sticky mechanics felt too finicky.
Yeah I never thought about that but you're probably right... even tho the game could be harder since you have all the yoshis who take zero damage so kids can pick it up and still have a good time i guess
As for Odyssey I loved that game and I'm tempted to buy it 2nd hand so I can play it again. I really liked the graphics and environments. Main story was easy but I never did 100% of the game and I think I'm ready for the challenge
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The surprise success of the Mario movie probably prompted them to make a highly accessible game to cash in on the new found kid fandom. This thread made me start thinking about clearing Mario Odyssey - from what I've watched it can get really challenging with the balloon mode.
Or maybe I'll start BOTW again, TotK felt too open-ended for me and the sticky mechanics felt too finicky.
Yeah I never thought about that but you're probably right... even tho the game could be harder since you have all the yoshis who take zero damage so kids can pick it up and still have a good time i guess
As for Odyssey I loved that game and I'm tempted to buy it 2nd hand so I can play it again. I really liked the graphics and environments. Main story was easy but I never did 100% of the game and I think I'm ready for the challenge
And if you can't hack the jump rope or button mashing challenges, you can always buy the moons and get 100% that way :)
The accessibility of that game is great
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The surprise success of the Mario movie probably prompted them to make a highly accessible game to cash in on the new found kid fandom. This thread made me start thinking about clearing Mario Odyssey - from what I've watched it can get really challenging with the balloon mode.
Or maybe I'll start BOTW again, TotK felt too open-ended for me and the sticky mechanics felt too finicky.
Yeah I never thought about that but you're probably right... even tho the game could be harder since you have all the yoshis who take zero damage so kids can pick it up and still have a good time i guess
As for Odyssey I loved that game and I'm tempted to buy it 2nd hand so I can play it again. I really liked the graphics and environments. Main story was easy but I never did 100% of the game and I think I'm ready for the challenge
And if you can't hack the jump rope or button mashing challenges, you can always buy the moons and get 100% that way :)
The accessibility of that game is great
The accessibility is definitely a huge selling point, being able to use purple flower coins to open new stages is a great addition for younger players, but the standees feels a bit lootbox-y.
Did an hour with my nephew yesterday and some stages with timing jumps with the vine can get challenging, needless to say I was carrying the team on that one. On tougher stages I'd use Yoshi so I could keep us alive.
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The surprise success of the Mario movie probably prompted them to make a highly accessible game to cash in on the new found kid fandom. This thread made me start thinking about clearing Mario Odyssey - from what I've watched it can get really challenging with the balloon mode.
Or maybe I'll start BOTW again, TotK felt too open-ended for me and the sticky mechanics felt too finicky.
Yeah I never thought about that but you're probably right... even tho the game could be harder since you have all the yoshis who take zero damage so kids can pick it up and still have a good time i guess
As for Odyssey I loved that game and I'm tempted to buy it 2nd hand so I can play it again. I really liked the graphics and environments. Main story was easy but I never did 100% of the game and I think I'm ready for the challenge
And if you can't hack the jump rope or button mashing challenges, you can always buy the moons and get 100% that way :)
The accessibility of that game is great
The accessibility is definitely a huge selling point, being able to use purple flower coins to open new stages is a great addition for younger players, but the standees feels a bit lootbox-y.
Did an hour with my nephew yesterday and some stages with timing jumps with the vine can get challenging, needless to say I was carrying the team on that one. On tougher stages I'd use Yoshi so I could keep us alive.
I agree with everyone here on their assessment on the game. It is great for playing with kids or individuals who didn't grow up with a video game system, but a little too easy for those of us who are looking for a bit of a challenge.
I've cleared everything but the final-final level. I think I might have died 15 times collecting all coins, top of flag pole, and all standee achievements up until this final-final level. I've died at least 120 times on this level already. Currently, the plant-rope and the invisibility sections are absolutely wrecking me. I can't figure out the right path through the plant-rope section and the invisibility is do-able until my invisible toad is required to jump on the balloon fish.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFxkoReGvvo
Also, I got MK11. It looks like absolute shit if it isn't being played in the dock, but in the dock it looks pretty good and is pretty fun for a 9 dollar game. Doom Eternal is also pretty great. The challenge is a little too much, which has been great. I'm enjoying getting my ass kicked by all these hell demons.
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yo Cool
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Does anyone else's switch just randomly start spazzing out on them when they start it up? Like every button is randomly automatically being pressed on rapid fire and there's nothing you can do? After like 10 minutes it'll stop or after enough lucky power resets get through but I mean what the fuck
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After enjoying the board game, I got “Dorfromantik” for the switch (the computer game predates the board game).
Really enjoy it. It’s more of a super mellow puzzling experience than some hardcore game. But it’s nice to zone out to it. Kind of meditative.
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Gotta admit I like that fruit game Suika
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i got mario wonder. its the first game my kids are fighting over, so it must be good ;D
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i got mario wonder. its the first game my kids are fighting over, so it must be good ;D
played it a couple of times with my son. Good clean fun. Really liked it
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The surprise success of the Mario movie probably prompted them to make a highly accessible game to cash in on the new found kid fandom. This thread made me start thinking about clearing Mario Odyssey - from what I've watched it can get really challenging with the balloon mode.
Or maybe I'll start BOTW again, TotK felt too open-ended for me and the sticky mechanics felt too finicky.
There is absolutely no way that Nintendo started developing this game in summer 2023.
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Anyone got recs for 4player co op games?
Ultimate Chicken Horse
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