Final Fantasy XV director says Switch is “kind of like the dream machine”
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 130 Comments
Final Fantasy XV director Hajime Tabata has once again weighed in on Switch. In an interview with Polygon, Tabata called the system “kind of like the dream machine” due to it being able to accomplish several tasks.
He said:
“Given my track record… I’ve worked on handheld titles, but I’ve also worked on console games. So the fact that Switch is both at the same time is really fascinating to me. I’m really interested in coming up with ideas and how to capitalize on that technology and how to create the best experience possible on the technology. But I’m not quite sure that I have it yet.
“You have your Switch sitting in front of the television and you’re playing on the big screen and then you take it out, put it down on the table. It becomes a monitor. You take out the two Joy-Cons, and you play with a friend … it doesn’t stop there, because in my mind, it would be really perfect if you could then take this new monitor and use it like a tablet, for example, and play different apps on it like you would on your iPhone or your Android. So basically, it’s accomplishing three tasks in one machine. It’s kind of like the dream machine.”
“While I may not be working on anything for it at this point in time, a lot of people on the staff are really interested in the Switch. Myself included! Many of the people on the dev team are older; they’re married; they have kids. One of the things they’d like to do is create something they could also play with their children, or that their children could play on their own, for example.”
More: Final Fantasy XV, interview, Square Enix
Video: Switch compared to various gaming devices
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 20 Comments
To get a better idea about Switch’s size, IGN created a video comparing the system and the Joy-Con to various gaming devices. The GBA, GameCube, and Wii Remote are just a few included here. Get a look at the full comparison below.
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Nintendo investigating reported issues with disconnecting Joy-Con
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News | 44 Comments
Since previews of Switch hardware emerged yesterday, some sites and journalists have been reporting occasional issues with the Joy-Con. Affected users have experienced issues in which the controllers “desync” or disconnect for a few seconds. GameXplain attempted to look into the issue here.
We’ve been taking a wait-and-see approach with this story since all of the information is not entirely clear currently. We do know that it doesn’t affect everyone. After experiencing many hours with Switch, I personally didn’t encounter any problems myself.
According to Kotaku’s Stephen Totilo, Nintendo is now investigating the situation. We’ll let you know if we hear more.
Zelda: Breath of the Wild concept art (2/24/17)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Images, Switch, Wii U | 0 comments
A new piece of Zelda: Breath of the Wild concept art has landed on the series’ Facebook page. As pictured above, it’s the same enemy type from The Game Awards 2016 footage. This is just one of many enemies you’ll encounter in the game.
First 4 Figures’ Zelda: Breath of The Wild Link statue overview
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Switch, Videos | 1 Comment
First 4 Figures uploaded a new video today for its new Link statue from Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Take a look at it below.
Pokemon GO – a look at the special Pikachu with party hat for Pokemon Day
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Images, Mobile | 5 Comments
To celebrate Pokemon’s latest anniversary, formally known as Pokemon Day, Pikachus encountered in Pokemon GO will come wearing a festive party hat. We now have a look at this above.
The event with Pikachu kicks off on February 26. It ends on March 26.
More: Niantic, Pokemon GO
FAST RMX now has a price
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 24 Comments
As was announced yesterday, FAST RMX is set to launch digitally on Switch alongside the console’s launch next week. Shin’en has now followed up with a price point. The racer will set you back $19.99 / €19.99.
FAST RMX features 30 tracks, a tougher Hero Mode, and HD Rumble support. Local split-screen multiplayer with up to four players and eight players online are supported.
Snipperclips demo will also be available in North America
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 7 Comments
Nintendo is handling Snipperclips’ release similarly in both North America and Europe. The game has been confirmed for Switch’s March 3 launch in both regions, and now we have some news about the demo as well.
Just like Europe, North America will be getting a Snipperclips demo. This will be distributed on the eShop beginning March 3.
Below are a couple of videos:
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Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap – “The Retro Feature” trailer
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DotEmu put up a new Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap trailer today showing how you can switch in-game from HD to 8-bit visuals at any point. See it below.
Find out if your local GameStop is hosting a midnight launch for Switch
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 10 Comments
GameStop has now opened an official page on its website for the midnight Switch launch. You can head on over here to find out which stores nearby will be open as soon as March 3 arrives. Of course, this includes Zelda: Breath of the Wild as well.
