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Member-115369 · 03-21-2018, 07:57 PM

Yeah similar here. With less time I tend to focus more on the cream of the crop stuff I enjoy most. With gaming that’s AAA games, with movies blockbusters like Star Wars and Marvel movies. I’m just less willing to give time to indies, documentaries etc that I enjoy less than I was when I had more time.

Diesel · 03-22-2018, 12:35 AM

I've learned to stop buying indies for the most part. I used to be pretty bad about picking them up when on sale for PS4. "Oh look, it's only $5" was usually my mindset. And while I did quite enjoy some of them, I never replay them. I prefer to stick to games that I will want to replay these days, unless it is physical of course because that can always be traded in. I don't rule it out entirely of course, as there are a few I am still interested in but they would need to go on a pretty good sale for me to bite.

Games like Zelda, Horizon, Uncharted, etc. I can replay over and over and not tire as long as there is a reasonable amount of time in between replays.

Pokemon I could finish and start up again right away

Member-115369 · 03-22-2018, 02:10 AM

Yeah I mostly stick with physical games these days as I just don’t care about replaying. Better to save 40% with Best Buy GCU and sell (not trade in as the values suck) after beating.

I go digital for stuff I’ll play longterm like Splatoon, Monster Hunter, Fightiing games etc., or when something is cheap enough I don’t care about not having resell value (PSN sales, Steam Sales, Humble Bundles etc.).

jtu128 · 03-22-2018, 04:35 AM

I think I’m in the same boat as many others, I’ve bought Mario Odyssey and Breathe of the Wild but now I’m wondering what next? I’ve considered Mario Kart a few times but I hate racing in Mario Odyssey so I doubt I’d enjoy a racing game. Splatoon seems to be the other big one but I mostly play alone offline so it doesn’t seem like a good fit. I nearly pulled the trigger on Bayonetta 1/2 but after watching gameplay videos it looks like a mix of cutscenes, button mashing and constant swarms of attacks. I’ve also come close to picking up Golf Story but I’m not a RPG fan.

Mavrick · 03-22-2018, 07:00 PM

So this is pretty cool. From GDC today comes this glimpse at an early prototype for a joycon, as well as a look at a prototype Switch. Looks pretty much like a WiiU Gamepad

Steelmaker · 03-22-2018, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by jtu128

I think I’m in the same boat as many others, I’ve bought Mario Odyssey and Breathe of the Wild but now I’m wondering what next? I’ve considered Mario Kart a few times but I hate racing in Mario Odyssey so I doubt I’d enjoy a racing game. Splatoon seems to be the other big one but I mostly play alone offline so it doesn’t seem like a good fit. I nearly pulled the trigger on Bayonetta 1/2 but after watching gameplay videos it looks like a mix of cutscenes, button mashing and constant swarms of attacks. I’ve also come close to picking up Golf Story but I’m not a RPG fan.

Mario Kart 8 is a must! I can't imagine anyone not enjoying this game. I wouldn't compare it at all to the racing in Mario Odyssey.

Member-115369 · 03-22-2018, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Steelmaker

Mario Kart 8 is a must! I can't imagine anyone not enjoying this game. I wouldn't compare it at all to the racing in Mario Odyssey.

I know people that don't like it. Some just hate racing games period. Others like "pure" racers that don't have all the items adding luck to the mix and the rubber banding of the AI racers.

But yeah, it's nothing like those shitty races in Odyssey so I wouldn't use that as any kind of gauge at all. Buy it if you like racers and casual party games--it's a mix of those two things.

Mavrick · 03-22-2018, 08:43 PM

Hori are releasing a joycon with a prper d-pad in Japan.

Member-115369 · 03-22-2018, 10:18 PM

I saw that earlier. I wish they’d swap the dpad and analog stick position. My hand cramps trying to use the buttons currently in portable mode it’s just awkward holding the console with my thumb that low. It also only works when attached (no wireless, so can’t use on the joycon grip etc.).

Oh well, I don’t play that many 2D games on Switch anyway so I probably wouldn’t buy it even if those issues didn’t exist.

ChadFL · 03-23-2018, 07:50 PM

The sequel to one of my favorite games is coming to the Switch. Pixeljunk Monsters releases in May.

http://m.ign.com/articles/2018/03/23...-ps4-and-steam

Scarface32 · 03-25-2018, 10:10 PM

More Pokémon rumors.

jtu128 · 03-26-2018, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by jtu128

I think I’m in the same boat as many others, I’ve bought Mario Odyssey and Breathe of the Wild but now I’m wondering what next? I’ve considered Mario Kart a few times but I hate racing in Mario Odyssey so I doubt I’d enjoy a racing game. Splatoon seems to be the other big one but I mostly play alone offline so it doesn’t seem like a good fit. I nearly pulled the trigger on Bayonetta 1/2 but after watching gameplay videos it looks like a mix of cutscenes, button mashing and constant swarms of attacks. I’ve also come close to picking up Golf Story but I’m not a RPG fan.

Decided to download Stardew Valley today, possibly picking up Mario Kart later this week

paulgeneacepeter · 03-26-2018, 02:00 PM

Best Buy Canada is shutting down their rewards program in April. Doesn't affect most people here but for Canadians who don't have much options for games, it stings a little.

EB Games doesn't have much of a rewards program.

Considered Amazon Prime but for 10% off games, it's not worth it as I don't expect to buy enough games plus the 10% off doesn't even appear to be on all pre-orders (e.g. Ys VIII isn't eligible).

I even looked at Amazon Prime USA but $99 USD a year plus the shipping/import fees, don't make it worth it.

Scarface32 · 03-26-2018, 02:50 PM

^ I’m surprised the Canadian Amazon is only 10% off, it’s 20% here in the USA. But like you said, it’s only on pre-orders (and not all of them). That’s why the Best Buy GCU is better, 20% whenever you buy it, even a year later. When games go on sale for $19.99, I can get them for $15.99 via GCU.

paulgeneacepeter · 03-26-2018, 04:34 PM

I believe it used to be 20% off for Amazon Prime Canada but was changed last year to 10%.

I'll do a Amazon Prime US free trial in June so I can order Ys VIII, Mario Tennis, and Captain Toad.

ChadFL · 03-28-2018, 12:53 AM

A Reddit user created this mock up box art. We can dream I suppose.

Diesel · 03-28-2018, 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by ChadFL

A Reddit user created this mock up box art. We can dream I suppose.

[Show spoiler]

ghornett · 03-28-2018, 03:12 AM

wow that image just threw me for a loop. i really really really want that to exist.

Scarface32 · 03-28-2018, 03:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChadFL

A Reddit user created this mock up box art. We can dream I suppose.

[Show spoiler]

Well not the best choices...

The Wind Waker is good, but I’d replace the other two with Ocarina of Time and Majora’s Mask.

dyne · 03-28-2018, 03:30 PM

Dragon Quest coming to PC and PS4 Sept 4th. Switch version still has a "long way to go."

NA and EU not getting it on 3DS. Damned shame. The 3DS is pretty much a DQ machine for me and I was really looking forward to it.

Quote:

There's a trade-off, though: North America and Europe aren't getting the Nintendo 3DS version of the game because Square Enix wants to avoid dividing its focus. "Our aim with Dragon Quest XI and the Dragon Quest brand is to grow the audience in the West," the company explains in an email distributed earlier this week. "From a business point of view, it made strategic sense to release the 3DS version in Japan in 2017. For the West in 2018, it made the most sense to focus on the PlayStation 4 and PC (Steam) platforms."

https://www.usgamer.net/articles/dra...-first-details

03-22-2018, 04:35 AM	#7004
jtu128 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jul 2010 4K collection:123 Blu-ray collection:685 DVD collection:105 Digital collection:11 iTunes collection:305 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:2	I think I’m in the same boat as many others, I’ve bought Mario Odyssey and Breathe of the Wild but now I’m wondering what next? I’ve considered Mario Kart a few times but I hate racing in Mario Odyssey so I doubt I’d enjoy a racing game. Splatoon seems to be the other big one but I mostly play alone offline so it doesn’t seem like a good fit. I nearly pulled the trigger on Bayonetta 1/2 but after watching gameplay videos it looks like a mix of cutscenes, button mashing and constant swarms of attacks. I’ve also come close to picking up Golf Story but I’m not a RPG fan. Last edited by jtu128; 03-22-2018 at 12:14 PM.

03-21-2018, 07:57 PM	#7001
Member-115369 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2010 4K collection:3 Blu-ray collection:241 DVD collection:165	Yeah similar here. With less time I tend to focus more on the cream of the crop stuff I enjoy most. With gaming that’s AAA games, with movies blockbusters like Star Wars and Marvel movies. I’m just less willing to give time to indies, documentaries etc that I enjoy less than I was when I had more time.

03-22-2018, 12:35 AM	#7002
Diesel Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Jan 2009 4K collection:- Blu-ray collection:- DVD collection:- Digital collection:- Blu-ray reviews: 31 Trading Score:10	I've learned to stop buying indies for the most part. I used to be pretty bad about picking them up when on sale for PS4. "Oh look, it's only $5" was usually my mindset. And while I did quite enjoy some of them, I never replay them. I prefer to stick to games that I will want to replay these days, unless it is physical of course because that can always be traded in. I don't rule it out entirely of course, as there are a few I am still interested in but they would need to go on a pretty good sale for me to bite. Games like Zelda, Horizon, Uncharted, etc. I can replay over and over and not tire as long as there is a reasonable amount of time in between replays. Pokemon I could finish and start up again right away

03-22-2018, 02:10 AM	#7003
Member-115369 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2010 4K collection:3 Blu-ray collection:241 DVD collection:165	Yeah I mostly stick with physical games these days as I just don’t care about replaying. Better to save 40% with Best Buy GCU and sell (not trade in as the values suck) after beating. I go digital for stuff I’ll play longterm like Splatoon, Monster Hunter, Fightiing games etc., or when something is cheap enough I don’t care about not having resell value (PSN sales, Steam Sales, Humble Bundles etc.).

03-22-2018, 07:00 PM	#7005
Mavrick Gaming Moderator Top contributor Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Wales Home Theater Gallery:121 4K collection:62 Blu-ray collection:813 iTunes collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:5 Trading Score:1	So this is pretty cool. From GDC today comes this glimpse at an early prototype for a joycon, as well as a look at a prototype Switch. Looks pretty much like a WiiU Gamepad

03-22-2018, 08:43 PM	#7008
Mavrick Gaming Moderator Top contributor Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Wales Home Theater Gallery:121 4K collection:62 Blu-ray collection:813 iTunes collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:5 Trading Score:1	Hori are releasing a joycon with a prper d-pad in Japan.

03-22-2018, 10:18 PM	#7009
Member-115369 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2010 4K collection:3 Blu-ray collection:241 DVD collection:165	I saw that earlier. I wish they’d swap the dpad and analog stick position. My hand cramps trying to use the buttons currently in portable mode it’s just awkward holding the console with my thumb that low. It also only works when attached (no wireless, so can’t use on the joycon grip etc.). Oh well, I don’t play that many 2D games on Switch anyway so I probably wouldn’t buy it even if those issues didn’t exist.

03-23-2018, 07:50 PM	#7010
ChadFL Blu-ray Archduke Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Daytona Beach, FL Blu-ray collection:556 DVD collection:5	The sequel to one of my favorite games is coming to the Switch. Pixeljunk Monsters releases in May. http://m.ign.com/articles/2018/03/23...-ps4-and-steam

03-26-2018, 02:00 PM	#7013
paulgeneacepeter Senior Member Member since:Aug 2012 Location:Toronto Trading Score:31	Best Buy Canada is shutting down their rewards program in April. Doesn't affect most people here but for Canadians who don't have much options for games, it stings a little. EB Games doesn't have much of a rewards program. Considered Amazon Prime but for 10% off games, it's not worth it as I don't expect to buy enough games plus the 10% off doesn't even appear to be on all pre-orders (e.g. Ys VIII isn't eligible). I even looked at Amazon Prime USA but $99 USD a year plus the shipping/import fees, don't make it worth it.

03-26-2018, 02:50 PM	#7014
Scarface32 Blu-ray Baron Member since:Oct 2012 Location:New York 4K collection:24 Blu-ray collection:1170 DVD collection:341 Blu-ray reviews:4 Trading Score:3	^ I’m surprised the Canadian Amazon is only 10% off, it’s 20% here in the USA. But like you said, it’s only on pre-orders (and not all of them). That’s why the Best Buy GCU is better, 20% whenever you buy it, even a year later. When games go on sale for $19.99, I can get them for $15.99 via GCU.

03-26-2018, 04:34 PM	#7015
paulgeneacepeter Senior Member Member since:Aug 2012 Location:Toronto Trading Score:31	I believe it used to be 20% off for Amazon Prime Canada but was changed last year to 10%. I'll do a Amazon Prime US free trial in June so I can order Ys VIII, Mario Tennis, and Captain Toad.

03-28-2018, 12:53 AM	#7016
ChadFL Blu-ray Archduke Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Daytona Beach, FL Blu-ray collection:556 DVD collection:5	A Reddit user created this mock up box art. We can dream I suppose.

03-28-2018, 03:12 AM	#7018
ghornett Senior Member Member since:Aug 2014 Location:Orlando 4K collection:10 Blu-ray collection:433 DVD collection:82 Trading Score:3	wow that image just threw me for a loop. i really really really want that to exist.

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