Vorgot Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 1 hour ago, makkuwata said: *sigh* Thats how I felt. Another added to the Wish List though as it goes on sale very regularly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ox1973 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 9 hours ago, Mawdlin said: I don't have them yet myself but there's some good discussions on Reddit about the relative merits of these conversions. I'm going to get the Baldur's gate package myself because I prefer combat and exploration to reading reams of text. By all accounts the Switch ports are very good if you can forgive the dated graphics. This I took from Reddit: "Thoughts: Eh, ... Planescape is widely considered one of the best-written games of all time. You don't make a character so much as play a pre-made character that evolves however you choose. The mechanics are relatively mind-blowing relative to fantasy and DnD tropes: the main character doesn't wear armor, can replace things like his eyeball, and find upgrades merely through the power of dialogue. Highlights include the portable dungeon, talking skull, and the contents of a particular golden sphere. This game has by far some of the most in-depth RPG writing you'll ever find. Comparable games: Alpha Protocol, KOTOR2, New Vegas, Vampire the Masquerade: Bloodlines, Dragon Age: Origins. Baldur's Gate has a serviceable plot, but largely sticks to fantasy conventions (hardly surprising if you know Forgotten Realms). It is perhaps the definitive Bioware game in that the staples of party romances, and character subplots really originated here. You customize a single character in a rich world of NPCs and intrigue. Comparable games: Mass Effect series, KOTOR1, later Dragon Age games. Icewind Dale on the other hand is a total smash-and-grab dungeon crawl with the same engine. You create not just a single protagonist--there is no protagonist, you create the entire six person party. This kills some of the interest derived from what made PS:T and BG great, but it allows for a straightforward experience. If you prefer the combat scenarios, this is your game. Comparable games: Old-school Ultima games. If I had to pick ONE game of these bundles to play it would be Planescape: Torment. BG1 is more or less noted because it revamped DnD for the 90s, whereas prior to that it was mostly old-school garbage "gold box" TSR games that weren't very good by any critical standard. The infinity engine was a major step forward, and people were already imagining the power of what the engine could do in later games. Much like how the first iteration of any game in a new engine is something of a tech demo, so to it was with BG1. Meaning, that it can feel rather empty compared to newer games, even later games made with the infinity engine (which is every other game in this list). BG1 is also very rough and is unabashedly a brutal game playing by low-level DnD rules. It's also HUGE, and can feel like a significant barrier or time-sink prior to playing the vastly improved BG2 (if you feel like running a character through both games). But I must say that BG2 has some of the most insane moment's I've ever seen in a tactical RPG; like trying to fight the Demilich that casts Time Stop, Banishment and Power Word: Kill like he's handing out candy." I'd take issue with the Gold Box D&D games being 'garbage'. They have not aged gracefully but at the time were top tier and as close as you could get to a D&D experience on computer. It's also worth bearing in mind that the Switch version of Planescape Torment had some pretty horrific (game breaking) bugs at launch. They might have been patched out but probably something to check before buying. If it has, then Planescape is definitely worth it. Still the best CRPG in my opinon - the game will live with me forever - the writing really is that good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flub Posted May 17, 2022 Share Posted May 17, 2022 I was playing Roundguard on my lunchbreak and managed to finish a level using a single shot. Very early in the run so mobs don't have much health yet and I have the skill that auto targets enemies (Costs 10 mana per use) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted May 17, 2022 Share Posted May 17, 2022 A few little extras :) 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiper Posted May 17, 2022 Share Posted May 17, 2022 As people are discussing Peggle-likes with extra elements, I feel I should flag up the delectable Beast Breaker. It's a bit further removed from Peggle — more of a planning element to it — which I actually prefer, but your mileage may vary. Either way, another way to scratch that itch! One major caveat: I've only played the PC version. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grounded_dreams Posted May 18, 2022 Share Posted May 18, 2022 For Nintendo Switch Online members, Spelunky2 is free to try next week: 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted May 18, 2022 Share Posted May 18, 2022 Ooh Tempest 4k is out! How did miss that? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PikaStu Posted May 18, 2022 Share Posted May 18, 2022 Yeah I’ve been waiting for a price drop so I can try it on the Oled screen. I already have it on Steam (and have barely touched it 🤨) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mawdlin Posted May 25, 2022 Share Posted May 25, 2022 Lonely Mountains: Downhill is currently at its lowest price ever (£8.99). I'll have a bit of that. Also, Spelunky 2 is on sale. Anyone played it on Switch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grounded_dreams Posted May 25, 2022 Share Posted May 25, 2022 31 minutes ago, Mawdlin said: Also, Spelunky 2 is on sale. Anyone played it on Switch? This is free to try out this week if you have NSO, see my post about it on the 18th May 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parksey Posted May 26, 2022 Share Posted May 26, 2022 Spelunky 2 might be my first purchase of the year. I grew to love the original due to playing it on loads of flights on my Vita, and I reckon it was my first indie roguelike (a genre I now seek out). Played 2 on Gamepass but I always find them much more suited to a handheld. Just a little worried that the sequel feels like it'll be impossibly hard. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PikaStu Posted May 28, 2022 Share Posted May 28, 2022 Moving Out is down to £4.99 A family favourite when it was on Gamepass, even my wife loves it, although she doesn’t like moving furniture she just runs around slapping everyone 🤦♂️ My eldest and I completed it and have started again on the Switch version. The DLC is reduced too… 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moosegrinder Posted June 7, 2022 Share Posted June 7, 2022 The Solitaire Conspiracy is down to 2 quid. The Space Invaders games have a fair chunk off and all the Darius collections are on sale again. Turrican Flashback is a tenner and Fez is 7.55 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fierce Poodle Posted June 7, 2022 Share Posted June 7, 2022 Bit overwhelmed by the various Darius iterations on offer. Is there a particular one to go for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moosegrinder Posted June 7, 2022 Share Posted June 7, 2022 1 minute ago, Fierce Poodle said: Bit overwhelmed by the various Darius iterations on offer. Is there a particular one to go for? I made a post about 4 pages back about the same thing, the consensus was that Darius Cozmic Collection Arcade is the best as it has Darius Garden on it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spatular Posted June 7, 2022 Share Posted June 7, 2022 Mr driller drillland £4 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMD Posted June 8, 2022 Share Posted June 8, 2022 9 hours ago, moosegrinder said: I made a post about 4 pages back about the same thing, the consensus was that Darius Cozmic Collection Arcade is the best as it has Darius Garden on it. Does it blossom? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popo Posted June 8, 2022 Share Posted June 8, 2022 If only you could talk to the plants. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamberlago Posted June 8, 2022 Share Posted June 8, 2022 A new sale starts on Thursday and NintendoLife are doing 10% off eshop credit againhttps://www.nintendolife.com/news/2022/06/nintendos-super-sale-slashes-the-price-of-over-1500-games-this-thursday-europe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hombre_hompson Posted June 8, 2022 Share Posted June 8, 2022 Thanks to everyone who recommended Roundguard. My family is now totally addicted to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarlaccfood Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 I see Cloud Punk is in the sale. Did that ever get fixed or does it still run like a turd on Switch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gossi the dog Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 22 hours ago, chamberlago said: A new sale starts on Thursday and NintendoLife are doing 10% off eshop credit againhttps://www.nintendolife.com/news/2022/06/nintendos-super-sale-slashes-the-price-of-over-1500-games-this-thursday-europe Famicom Detective Club please! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulando Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 What are these joycons in that NintendoLife article? They’re dope af. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Thread Owner Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 3 minutes ago, Paulando said: What are these joycons in that NintendoLife article? They’re dope af. https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/994236503/nintendo-switch-controllers-custom-joy maybe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulando Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 9 minutes ago, deKay said: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/994236503/nintendo-switch-controllers-custom-joy maybe? Good find! £160 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMD Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 I really wish Nintendo would do some themed joycons based on their other consoles and/or colour schemes. Would love a pair of SNES or Gamecube themed joycons. Having their buttons would be even better. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeciderVT Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 46 minutes ago, gossi the dog said: Famicom Detective Club please! I wish I had your optimism. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Thread Owner Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 18 minutes ago, Paulando said: Good find! £160 You can put a price on artisan quality. Oh wait, seems you can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMD Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 I've tried googling for the answer but I can only find this for 1 year subs. If I stack 3 years of NSO family membership then upgrade to the expansion pack, will it upgrade me for 1 or 3 years? If I want to stack 3 years of NSO family expansion pack, what's the cheapest way to do that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laminated Tramp Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 24 minutes ago, Paulando said: Good find! £160 Diy? That Etsy seller is just fitting kits https://www.replacebase.co.uk/games-console-parts/for-nintendo-switch-joy-con-clearview-left-and-right-housing-shell-clear-purple or if you want the d-pad https://a.aliexpress.com/_uXj6UE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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