January 29th 2025.
Is the original still the best? This is a question that has been posed by the Wednesday letters page, as readers discuss the latest rumors surrounding Nintendo's plans for Donkey Kong. It seems that everyone has an opinion on what the future holds for this beloved franchise.
One reader, known as Ultimate Raider, shares their thoughts on the recent criticism surrounding the Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered compilation. Despite not being a fan of the games originally, they express interest in playing the remastered version, particularly to see if the much-maligned Angel Of Darkness can be improved. This leads them to ponder which game is truly considered the best in the Tomb Raider series, with Tomb Raider 1/Anniversary, Legend, and Rise Of The Tomb Raider being their top contenders.
Another reader, Kraig, chimes in with their views on the rumored Donkey Kong redesign. While they are open to the change, they also believe it points towards a new game for the upcoming Switch 2 console. They suggest that a return to the roots of the franchise, similar to what was done with the Zelda reboot, would be a smart move for Nintendo. And with the success of Super Mario Odyssey, they speculate that the same team may be working on this new Donkey Kong game.
Wallace, the next reader, shares their wishful thinking for the Nintendo Switch 2, hoping that it will have Game Pass and Nvidia GeForce Now apps available. They believe this would not only attract Xbox players, but also those who prefer handheld or casual PC gaming. However, they acknowledge that this may be a long shot, but still hold out hope for some "Inbox magic."
The topic of Microsoft potentially going third party due to their focus on Game Pass is brought up by David. They argue that Sony would benefit greatly from this, as they would have a monopoly on the console market and could charge whatever they want for games. On the other hand, Johnson discusses their confusion over the release of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O., wondering why it is only available on PC and not a completely new game.
Overall, it is clear that there is much speculation and anticipation surrounding the future plans of popular gaming franchises and consoles. Readers are eager to share their thoughts and predictions, while also reflecting on the past and what has made these games and companies so successful. It will be interesting to see how these discussions and rumors play out in the coming months and years.
Is the original still the best? That's the question that the Wednesday letters page is asking. It seems like everyone has an opinion, especially when it comes to popular games like Nintendo's Donkey Kong and Grand Theft Auto. One reader even shares their thoughts on the upcoming Tomb Raider remastered compilation, despite not being a fan of the original games.
While some may have criticized the Tomb Raider remastered compilation, this reader is still eager to play it. They're especially curious to see if they can improve on the notoriously bad Angel Of Darkness. But this made them wonder, what is truly the best Tomb Raider game? They narrow it down to Tomb Raider 1/Anniversary, Legend, and Rise Of The Tomb Raider, but admit that there are positives in all of the games.
Despite the lack of a clear winner, the reader believes there is room for an ultimate Tomb Raider game. They also think it's time for a new studio to take over the series, even though it may be too late for that now. Another reader agrees that it's time for a new game, specifically a return to the original Donkey Kong. They speculate that the recent redesign may be for a new game, possibly even for the upcoming Switch 2.
They also mention the possibility of Game Pass and Nvidia GeForce Now apps being available on the Switch 2, which they believe would attract a wider audience. Another reader has a different idea, suggesting that Microsoft should go third party and offer Game Pass on other consoles. They fear that if this were to happen, Sony would have too much control and could raise prices as they please.
The last reader brings up Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O., a game that has caused some confusion. They wonder why it's only available on PC and express their difficulties getting into the series despite its reputation for deep gameplay. The original may still be the best, but it's clear that there are many opinions and ideas for the future of these popular games.
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