August 9th 2024.
Hey there fellow gamers! Have you heard the latest rumors about Horizon Zero Dawn coming to the new Switch 2? It's got everyone buzzing with excitement! But that's not all, there's more juicy news on the Friday letters page. They're discussing the most impossible sequel after Half-Life 3, and one reader is warning about doom and gloom on the PC. Want to join in on the discussions? Just shoot us an email!
Let's talk about the Nintendo Switch 2 and its potential for third party support. Personally, I don't think we need any rumors to confirm that publishers will be lining up to bring their games to the Switch 2. I mean, why wouldn't they? With its rumored power surpassing that of the PlayStation 4, there's a whole world of possibilities for amazing games that we never thought we'd see on a Nintendo console. Imagine playing Elden Ring, Call of Duty, Red Dead Redemption 2, GTA 5, Metal Gear Solid 5, Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Resident Evil, Cyberpunk 2077, and so much more on the go!
But what I'm really curious about is whether we'll see Xbox and PlayStation exclusives on the Switch 2. It seems like both Sony and Microsoft view Nintendo hardware as neutral ground, so who's to say we won't get to play Gears of War, Forza Horizon, or Sea of Thieves on the Switch 2? And with Sony releasing Lego Horizon Adventures on the Switch this year, could we possibly see other titles like Horizon Zero Dawn, God of War, or Uncharted? It may have seemed crazy just a year ago, but now it's definitely a possibility.
Speaking of games, has anyone else played The Order: 1886? It's a prime example of gameplay over graphics, in my opinion. Sure, it looked great, but it lacked substance and the unique elements like the story and werewolf gameplay were poorly executed. And even with its stunning graphics, I can't find any redeeming qualities in the game. It's no surprise that Sony cut ties with the developer, but it's unfortunate that they had to shut down. This seems to be a common risk for companies acquired by larger firms.
Now let's talk about impossible sequels. If Half-Life 3 actually got made and released, what would be the most anticipated sequel that nobody expects? I don't think Shenmue 4 can count since the last installment fell short, so what else is out there? My personal pick would be Bloodborne 2, but there's also the possibility of Chrono Trigger 2 or a new Castlevania. Lately, we've seen sequels that we never would have imagined, most likely because they're safe bets for companies looking to invest their money. But I feel like I'm forgetting something obvious, what do you all think?
Shifting gears, let's talk about Warner Bros. and their questionable decisions. Take Hogwarts Legacy, for example. It was a massive hit, but instead of making something similar, they're doing the complete opposite. It makes you wonder how these executives even got their jobs. Are they afraid to speak up and tell the boss that they're heading in the wrong direction? I do hope that Warner Bros. will give their developers the freedom to create more single-player games, but I'm not holding my breath. We'll have to wait and see what Rocksteady's next game is, but does anyone even want another Batman: Arkham game at this point? I feel like that well has been poisoned, especially with the upcoming VR game.
On a different note, does anyone else wish that Bungie had made a single-player spin-off of Destiny 2? It would have been great to have a proper story to follow and more varied gameplay. I always thought it was a no-brainer, but it never came to fruition. The same goes for Overwatch, which hinted at a single-player mode but never delivered. It's a shame, really, because multiplayer games aren't the best for storytelling and a well-done single-player could have brought in new players.
And finally, for my PC gaming friends out there, I have some doom and gloom to share. Intel has hit a snag with their latest chipset, with reports of processors crashing, especially in high-end models. And while Nvidia still dominates the GPU market, their prices have skyrocketed with each new generation and their lower-end cards are lacking in VRAM. AMD may offer more VRAM, but the loss of DLSS is a big sacrifice. It's a tough decision when it's time to upgrade. Oh, the struggles of being a gamer!
Are you excited for the possibility of Horizon Zero Dawn coming to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2? The recent letters page discussed the most impossible sequel after the long-awaited Half-Life 3, with one reader expressing concern about the state of PC gaming.
I personally believe that the Nintendo Switch 2 will have strong third-party support, without even relying on rumors. It's a no-brainer for publishers to jump on the bandwagon and bring their ports and remasters to the new console. And with rumors suggesting that it will be more powerful than the PlayStation 4, the potential for unexpected titles on a Nintendo console is enormous. Imagine playing Elden Ring, Call of Duty, Red Dead Redemption 2, GTA 5, Metal Gear Solid 5, Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Resident Evil, Cyberpunk 2077, and many others on a Nintendo device!
But what really fascinates me is the possibility of seeing exclusive games from Xbox and PlayStation on the Switch 2. Both Sony and Microsoft seem to view Nintendo hardware as neutral ground, as we've already seen Xbox exclusives on the Switch. So why not bring over Gears of War, Forza Horizon, and Sea of Thieves as well? And with Sony releasing Lego Horizon Adventures on the Switch, who's to say that the actual Horizon Zero Dawn, God of War, or Uncharted won't follow suit? It might have seemed far-fetched just a year ago, but it's definitely a possibility now.
Moving on to gaming disappointments, has anyone else played The Order: 1886 and found it to be the best/worst example of prioritizing graphics over gameplay? Despite its stunning visuals, the game was tedious and unoriginal, and the supposed unique elements like the story and werewolf elements were poorly executed. It's no surprise that Sony cut ties with the developer, and unfortunately, this seems to be a common risk for companies that get bought out by larger firms.
Speaking of sequels, if Half-Life 3 were to actually happen, what other sequel would be highly anticipated but seemingly impossible? With Shenmue 3 already out and not living up to expectations, I don't think it counts. But perhaps Bloodborne 2, Chrono Trigger 2, or a new Castlevania? It's interesting to see the trend of unexpected sequels being made based on known IP, and I wonder if there are any other obvious choices that I'm missing.
On a similar note, I can't help but wonder what a single-player spin-off of Destiny 2 or Overwatch would have been like. I used to think it was a no-brainer, but now I understand the financial aspect of live service games. Still, it's a shame that such popular multiplayer games lack a proper narrative experience.
And for those considering switching to PC gaming, I have some potential doom and gloom to share. Firstly, Intel's latest chipset has been causing problems for high-end processors, with reports of crashes and no recall in sight. And while Nvidia continues to dominate in terms of GPUs, their prices have skyrocketed with each generation and their cards are becoming stingier with VRAM. On the other hand, AMD offers more VRAM but at the cost of losing DLSS. It's a tough decision for those looking to upgrade their graphics cards.
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