Going into this conference I had my expectations low, I didn't expect any announcements considering they had a recent solo conference announcing Pokken to Switch and Ultra Sun and Moon to 3DS consoles. But I have got to say, they have truly made me get a new console this generation which I didn't expect at all.
The Plus
+ Kirby
There is a new Kirby game coming out for Switch and I cannot be more excited. Kirby games are always a constantly great avenue to go for your great platformer fix and a new one for Switch is the right way to go, I can't wait.
+ Pokemon Switch
WE HAVE FINALLY GOT VERBAL CONFIRMATION OF A POKEMON SWITCH GAME!! This has been what everyone has been waiting for since the Switch got released and even though it was just a verbal confirmation it is enough for everyone to stay excited and to know that Nintendo are being up front with everyone.
+ Metroid Prime 4
Similarly to Pokemon Switch this is just a confirmation of the game being in development, but to be honest that is enough.
+ Yoshi
Again, similarily to Kirby, Yoshi games recently have been a very good source to get your platforming fix and this recent game looks to be working with a two side mechanic.
+ Breath Of The Wild DLC
It seems like some cool additions added to Zelda and anyone who is a fan of the game will enjoy this stuff added to their game.
+ Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle
YES it still looks good, yes it still sounds good, yes they showed gameplay afterwards and it makes me wanna play the game more. This is a complete blind side of a game that is now very high on my list. AND ITS OUT IN OCTOBER!!
+ Rocket League
Not only have we got one of the most fun casual pick up and play games of recent memory coming to a console it feels like it was made for, but it also announced how online on the Switch would also be cross-platform with online on other consoles, which means the sad part of some Nintendo games that have no online players won't have that issue here.
+ Super Mario Odyssey
I don't think I can accurately explain in writing how impressed, hyped, and just out right blown away I am with the trailer and game play demo that they showed us of this game. I think this may be a very strong contender for being Game Of The Year against Zelda and other Triple A titles that have come out this year. The mechanics are phenomenal and the fact that Nintendo a couple years ago felt out dated and in a slump we have absolutely flipped this year and this game is the epitome of that.
+ Metroid: Samus Returns
A remake of the second Metroid game is beautiful stylised graphics and looking like some solid game play. The best part is the fact that this is being made for 3DS which is more confirmation that this Nintendo are definitely not finished with 3DS consoles. Personally, even with the portability of the Switch I wouldn't want to be playing it out in the open because of how expensive it is and how large it is. The Switch is much more of a 'take while travelling' 'play while watching tv' 'take round friends house' than a 'play on the train, bus or outside' maybe that's just me, that's why support to the 3DS is still so important to me.
There was not one minus to me at this conference, granted it was short but it was sweet and we had quite a few surprises when we didn't think there would be any, there was more of a focus on full exposure with fans on games that they are anticipating as well as full frontal game play, nothing staged and all natural. I think the Switch is gonna be something we'll be talking about for years to come so everyone pick one up.
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