[Let’s Talk] Your reactions to Switch

This week certainly turned out to be much more interesting in the world of Nintendo than most would have expected. It took Nintendo about 1.5 years, but we finally got a first look at the company’s brand new system on Thursday.

The way in which Nintendo decided to unveil Switch was certainly interesting. It was a more-focused approach for sure. Many people expected that Nintendo would come out in full-force with details, but instead we received a brief three-minute trailer. Still, in that time, you’ll find a lot packed in.

First, “NX” is now a thing of the past. We have an official, final name: Switch. The “Wii” brand is completely gone, and shows that Nintendo is ready to move on. Many rumors were also proven true: notably the hybrid theory, use of cartridges, and detachable controllers. Plus, it’s still on track for a March 2017 launch!

Another important aspect to point out is the amount of partners on board. The expected and previous-known partners such as Square Enix, Capcom, and Ubisoft are pledging support, but there are a few big surprises as well like Bethesda and FromSoftware. Heck, even EA seems to be giving things a shot as well. The Wii U had its fair share of third-party support when the console was first announced, but the number is certainly higher this time around, and more varied as well.

Even though there’s still plenty to learn about Switch, this is a good start. We apparently won’t be hearing much about it for the rest of the year, though Nintendo will likely hold an event in January for a proper blowout.

With that introduction out of the way, we want to hear from all of you about Switch. What are your initial impressions? Are you pleased with what Nintendo has shown so far, or are you disappointed. If you have any comments at all, share them with us below!

Highlights from last week’s topic: What are you playing? – October 2016

Locky Mavo
Playing my 3DS mostly, gotta wait for my copy of DQVII, so I’m mostly enjoying playing through FE Fates both Birthright and Conquest with my Revelations edition and also enjoying getting through Metroid Federation Force.
Other than that, I’m doing another play through of Mario Galaxy on Wii U VC with a bit of MK8 and also some Overwatch on PC.
Then from time to time I’ll crank out the Gamecube for either some SSX, Timesplitters, Eternal Darkness or Luigi’s Mansion, also I have Beyond Good & Evil on the way too.
And if I’m out and about, I’ll check out Miitomo and Pokémon GO! every now and then.
Other than that, just waiting for Pokémon Sun & Moon and Paper Mario and for NX news, October’s the month, I can feel it!

Quinn

For Nintendo: Dragon Quest VII and Yo-kai Watch 2: Fleshy Souls

R.Z.

Dragon Quest VII is the only game I’m playing beside the usual Mario Maker and Pokémon shuffle.
It’s pretty great, even though it’s visually underwhelming and the first 15 hours are a real slog.

joe_1up

Replaying old stuff – saving money for the NX. With my savings plan I’ll have about $600 for a March launch