September 19th 2024.
Is the highly anticipated Switch 2 really out in the open or is it just another rumor? The Thursday letters section is buzzing with discussions about the authenticity of the leaked photos of the Nintendo Switch 2, while one reader shares their excitement about the upcoming Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on PS5 Pro. If you want to join in on the conversation, send us an email at the provided address.
But let's talk about the elephant in the room - are these leaks even real? It's hard to say for sure until Nintendo makes an official statement, but the images do seem a bit peculiar. The 3D designs don't seem to serve any practical purpose and the source of the leak remains a mystery. On the other hand, the photos of the Joy-Cons and circuit board seem more convincing, but in today's world, can we really trust what we see? After all, these photos don't include any people, making it easier for someone with the right skills to manipulate them.
However, some trusted sources claim that the images are legitimate and accurately depict the upcoming Switch 2. My personal hunch is that they are indeed fake, but based on real leaks. But then again, I could be completely wrong and the actual console might surprise us all with its unique design and features.
Moving on to a different topic, let's talk about those leaked Switch 2 photos. As much as I want them to be real, they seem too good to be true. It's the kind of upgrade that fans have been hoping for - a sensible and iterative one. But let's not forget, Nintendo has a history of giving us something we never knew we needed instead of what we actually wanted.
However, if these leaks turn out to be true, I would be beyond thrilled. It would be a game-changer for Nintendo, giving them an edge over Xbox and PlayStation. It's still too early to get too excited, but the future looks very promising.
On a different note, can we please have a new Spider-Man game that's set in a different location? I get that New York is where he lives, but as someone who lives in London, I would love to see the webslinger in my city for a change. I understand that it's cheaper for game developers to reuse the same map, but come on, a little variety wouldn't hurt.
And while we're on the topic of game developers, can we also talk about Insomniac? As talented as they are, I feel like they're stuck making the same games over and over again. I would love to see them work on something new and exciting, instead of another Ratchet & Clank game.
In other news, the documentary about the Spectrum computer, titled "The Rubber Keyed Wonder," is finally complete and will be screened at the BFI IMAX in London. Anyone can attend, all you need to do is buy a ticket. The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with Jason Bradbury from The Gadget Show. As someone who backed the documentary on Kickstarter, I'm excited to see my name in the credits and can't wait to receive my Blu-ray copy.
On a gaming note, I recently installed Modern Warfare 3, but I was surprised to find out that it's not as bad as the reviews made it out to be. The single-player campaign is short but enjoyable, and I had some fun playing online. However, I couldn't help but notice the constant large updates that seem to be the norm for games these days. It's frustrating when all I want is a quick gaming session, but I end up waiting for hours for the update to finish. In the end, I gave up and went back to my usual single-player games.
And finally, I agree with Gunfrey's observation about EA constantly giving second chances to franchises like Battlefield and Need For Speed. While there are plenty of popular alternatives for Battlefield, it's hard to find something similar to Need For Speed. I'm glad that EA is still giving the franchise a chance to shine.
Is the rumored Switch 2 really out in the open or is it just a figment of our imagination? In the recent Thursday letters page, readers have been trying to decipher the authenticity of the leaked photos of the supposed Nintendo Switch 2. Amidst all this, one reader expresses their awe at the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth game on PS5 Pro. If you too want to join in on the discussion, feel free to email us your thoughts at the given address.
However, there's a catch. These photos may not be completely truthful. Yes, we were all waiting for a leak from a Chinese factory and now we have it, but the question remains - are they real? Of course, we can't be certain until Nintendo makes an official statement, but something about these images seems off to me. I can't quite put my finger on it, but the 3D images in particular seem impractical unless someone was trying to recreate what they saw. And even then, the source of these images seems to have vanished into the vastness of the internet.
But then again, there are some trusted sources claiming that these images are indeed accurate. Personally, I have a strong feeling that they are fake, but perhaps they are based on real leaks. Only time will tell if I'm proven wrong and the actual Switch 2 has four screens and a sink plunger as a controller.
Moving on to a more rational thought, I can't help but wonder about the legitimacy of these photos. The magnetic Joy-Cons and the circuit board look too convincing to be fake. However, in this day and age, can we really trust what our eyes see? With the absence of any people in the photos, it wouldn't be too difficult to create a rendering if one has the skills.
On a completely different note, let's talk about the leaked Switch 2 photos. I must admit, they do seem too good to be true. It's exactly the kind of upgrade fans have been asking for, which makes me skeptical. After all, Nintendo has a tendency to surprise us with things we never knew we needed, rather than giving us what we want.
But if these leaks turn out to be real, I won't be disappointed. In fact, it would give me hope that Nintendo is finally changing its game and competing with Xbox and PlayStation on a whole new level. And let's not forget their past blunders, a successful Switch 2 could solidify their place in the gaming industry even more. Of course, all of this is just speculation until we have an official announcement. But one can't help but feel optimistic about the future.
Now, onto a completely unrelated topic - the lack of variety in settings for Spider-Man games. Don't get me wrong, I understand that he lives in New York, but as someone who lives in London and just went on holiday to Majorca, I can't help but crave for a change of scenery in the games. I mean, it makes sense to reuse the same map for cost-cutting purposes, but it would be nice to see a different location for once. And let's not even get started on the possibility of the Venom spin-off also being set in New York. Can we please have some variety?
On that note, I'd like to see Insomniac Games try something new instead of sticking to the same formula. They're an incredibly talented developer, but I feel like they're being held back by constantly making sequels or spin-offs. It's time for them to spread their wings and fly.
In other news, the documentary about the Spectrum computer, titled "The Rubber Keyed Wonder", is finally complete. And guess what? They're having a screening at the BFI IMAX in London, the largest screen in the UK. Anyone can attend, as long as they purchase a ticket. It's happening on Thursday, 3rd October 2024, and there are 500 seats available. The premiere will also include a Q&A session with Jason Bradbury from The Gadget Show. If you're interested, here's the link to buy a ticket.
Being a backer on Kickstarter, my name will be featured in the credits on the big IMAX screen! And I'll also receive a Blu-ray copy of the film as a reward for backing the project. But don't worry if you missed out on the Kickstarter, you can still purchase a copy for yourself.
Moving on to a different topic, I recently installed Modern Warfare 3, as it's available on Game Pass and essentially free to me. I know it received some negative reviews, but I was pleasantly surprised by how enjoyable it was. The single-player campaign was short but decent, and I had some fun playing online as well. However, I soon grew tired of it and uninstalled it.
But the one thing that bothered me the most about the game was the constant updates. Every time I wanted to have a quick 20-minute gaming session, I was met with a long update that took anywhere from one to five hours. It's frustrating when you just want to play a game and have to wait for these updates to finish. In the end, I gave up and went back to playing single-player games.
And finally, let's talk about the second chances EA keeps giving to franchises like Battlefield and Need For Speed. While there are plenty of popular alternatives for first-person shooters, there aren't many options for racing games like Need For Speed. It's interesting how despite the criticism, EA continues to revive these franchises. Personally, I'm a fan of the earlier versions of Call Of Duty, before it became all about multiplayer. But I can see the appeal of games like Apex Legends and Rainbow Six Siege. Nonetheless, it's good to see EA taking risks and hopefully, it'll pay off in the end.
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