January 8th 2025.
There are still many unanswered questions that need to be addressed. The Wednesday letters page has expressed their desire for Sony to focus on developing games for the PS5 rather than putting their resources into movies. One reader even mentioned their interest in seeing Pikmin 5 on the upcoming Switch 2 console. If you want to join in on the discussion, you can email us your thoughts at the provided email address.
One of the main concerns surrounding the Switch 2 is its power. Despite leaked information and expert analysis, there is still a lack of definitive information regarding its capabilities. It has been speculated that it will be similar to a PlayStation 4, but with the potential for publishers to port over PlayStation 5 games. However, this does not guarantee anything for certain.
Ultimately, what truly matters is the quality of the games. As the reader points out, many are already at a point where they cannot differentiate between the technical aspects of games. It is likely that Nintendo shares this sentiment and is only attempting to improve their hardware in order to attract more third party support. While it is probable that we will see a lot of ports from the PlayStation 4 and Xbox, this is not necessarily the main selling point for a Nintendo console.
At the end of the day, it seems that the Switch 2 will be an upgraded version of the PlayStation 4, which is perfectly fine. With many current games barely surpassing the graphics of a PlayStation 4 game, the ability to play these games on a handheld device would be a great feature.
In regards to Sony's priorities, it is difficult to understand their decisions. Despite having numerous movie and TV projects, they continue to focus on adapting games that are essentially dead franchises. It begs the question, if they believe these games are successful, why not invest in creating more of them? This is especially evident with the lack of new IPs on the Switch, which has only seen a few smaller titles. The reader expresses their desire for more investment in new games and characters, rather than relying on existing ones.
Moving on to the upcoming Pikmin 5, the reader shares their personal experience with the series. They mention that while they enjoyed the first two games, they were unable to progress very far due to various obstacles. However, with Pikmin 3 on the Wii U and Switch, they were able to complete the game and are currently enjoying the fourth installment. They express their excitement for the fifth game and how the series has evolved for the better.
The cost of making modern video games is astonishing, with some reaching up to $1 billion. While games like Call of Duty have a built-in expiration date, others like GTA 5 have managed to remain popular for over a decade. The reader questions whether other publishers are aware of the amount of money they are spending on their games, and suggests that they may believe that the most expensive games are the most successful. However, this may not be the case, as seen with the unexpected success of Fortnite.
Lastly, the reader shares their experience with Pokémon Sword, which they purchased for a reasonable price and have been playing daily since November. They have completed the story mode and even purchased and completed the DLC packs, making it a worthwhile investment.
There are still many unanswered questions surrounding the highly anticipated Switch 2 console. The Wednesday letters page has been buzzing with debates, with one reader urging Sony to prioritize PS5 games over movies. They are particularly eager to see Pikmin 5 on the Switch 2. To join in on the discussions, simply send an email to the designated address.
The topic of the Switch 2's power has been a hot one, with leaked motherboard details and expert analysis surfacing. However, despite these insights, it's hard to say for certain just how powerful the console will be. Some speculate that it will be on par with the PlayStation 4, but even then, there are doubts about whether it will be able to handle PlayStation 5 games. And even if it can, does that really secure its place in the gaming world?
At the end of the day, what truly matters is how the games look and play. As a reader, Lemmy shares that they are already at a point where they can barely distinguish the differences between things like ray-tracing and 60fps. And this has always been Nintendo's approach as well. They may be making an effort to attract more third-party support, but will that be the reason people buy a Nintendo console?
It seems like the Switch 2 will essentially be a souped-up PlayStation 4, which is perfectly fine. There are plenty of games being released now that don't look much better than PlayStation 4 games. And if the Switch 2 can run them as a handheld, then that's definitely something to look forward to. As reader Chorlton points out, it's hard to understand why Sony is focusing on movie and TV adaptations of games that have essentially died off. If these games were really worth investing in, why not make more of them?
This is a trend that has been going on for years now, and it only seems to be getting worse with the constant stream of new hardware. It seems like Sony will do anything to avoid making new games, which is a pity. As reader Zeffo notes, despite the constant leaks about the Switch 2 console, there is still very little information about any new games. And that's what they are most interested in - a new IP at launch. The lack of new IPs is something that has been concerning for the Switch, with only a handful being released so far, and none of them being big-budget titles.
One reader, Chevy Malibu, shares their experience with the Pikmin series. They are a big fan, having played all the previous games. They are particularly impressed with how the series has evolved with each installment, and are eagerly awaiting the release of Pikmin 5. Despite some minor flaws, they believe that the series has only gotten better over time.
The cost of modern video games is staggering, with some games like Call of Duty costing up to $1 billion to make. And yet, they become obsolete after just a year. It's hard to imagine just how much money other publishers are spending on their games, but it seems like they are convinced that the most expensive ones are the ones that will be the most successful. However, as reader Klondike points out, this may not always be the case. Fortnite, which started as a minor experiment, has become a massive success and requires a billion or more to maintain each year.
And finally, a reader shares their experience with traditional Pokémon games. They recently purchased Pokémon Sword and have been playing it daily since November. Despite some initial doubts, they have found it to be worth their money, having completed the story mode and purchased and completed both DLC packs.
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