September 5th 2024.
Is the reveal of the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 console coming soon? Many fans are eagerly waiting for any news or updates about the new console, but it seems like we may have to wait a little longer. Some fans are speculating that a teaser or announcement may come at The Game Awards in December, but others are doubtful.
One reader shares their prediction that Nintendo will most likely focus on promoting their upcoming games through separate Directs or one large Direct. This may take up a lot of time and push back any potential Switch 2 reveal until next year. They also express doubt about the necessity of revealing the console so far in advance, as most people have already made their Christmas present decisions.
Moving on, another reader discusses their excitement for the new Zelda game, titled "Echoes Of Wisdom". They feel that Nintendo has a great track record of utilizing gimmicks in their games and they have a lot of faith in the company's ability to make the most of the new console's features. They also note that the key to promoting new IPs is having a clear and interesting concept, rather than focusing on graphics or cinematic trailers.
The discussion then shifts to Sony's recent announcement of their new game, "Fairgame$", which has received a lukewarm response from fans due to its similarity to other live service games. One reader believes that Sony is not learning from the failures of similar games, and that there is not enough demand for these types of games to sustain their success. They also express their disinterest in the concept of trophies and achievements, and share their excitement for the re-release of the classic game "Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars".
Finally, a reader shares their frustration with Xbox's multiplatform strategy, stating that the lack of exclusive games is directly related to the console's lower sales figures. They argue that Microsoft is forced to release their games on other platforms due to their smaller install base, and that this ultimately hurts the Xbox brand in the long run. They also mention the recent acquisition of Activision Blizzard and how it may affect the company's future releases.
Is the Switch 2 reveal coming soon? The Thursday letters page is taking a trip down memory lane as they prepare for the Dreamcast's 25th anniversary. One reader even predicts Minecraft's success at the box office. If you want to join in on the discussion, email us at the given address. However, it might be too soon to expect a reveal just yet.
As much as I would love to see a Nintendo Switch 2 reveal this month, I highly doubt it will happen. It's more likely that Nintendo will do separate Directs for their three upcoming games, or possibly one big Direct. Whichever route they take, it will definitely take up a lot of time and by the end of it, we may already be at the end of the year.
The only possibility I see is a vague teaser at The Game Awards in December. But by that point, most people have already made their Christmas present decisions, so it may not make much of an impact on sales. Plus, releasing a regular Switch so close to the reveal of a newer version may discourage some people from purchasing it. So, my prediction is that we won't see anything until next year.
However, there have been some rumors circulating and if they happen to be true, then it could be either production confusion or maybe, just maybe, Nintendo is considering the idea. But I wouldn't hold my breath for it.
I absolutely loved reading about Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom and I'm not surprised to hear that it's a great game. From the moment they showed it, I knew it was going to be something special. One of the things I love about Nintendo games is how they always make the most out of their gimmicks. This is probably the reason for some of their occasional failures. For instance, games like Princess Peach Showtime! didn't have much to offer other than playing as Peach. It's no wonder it didn't do well in the market.
But watching the trailers for the new Zelda, you can instantly see how the game works and it makes you want to try it out for yourself. This is also how they get people interested in new IPs. It's not about flashy graphics or cinematic trailers, it's all about the ideas. If a new game has a clear and interesting concept, I'm immediately drawn to it.
It's interesting how everyone is already anticipating Sony to not learn anything from Concord. It's almost a given that they won't stop and think about whether they are headed in the right direction. I, for one, am not excited about Fairgame$ based on the teaser trailer and I predict it won't have a different response than Concord. The gaming world doesn't need yet another live service game. Even the successful ones don't last long and people simply don't have the time to invest in them. Unless one of the big ones fails, there's no room for these games in the market, especially when they don't bring anything new to the table.
There are only 24 hours in a day and there are only a limited number of people who want to spend them playing Overwatch 2.1. It's surprising that it's taking Sony multiple flops to realize this.
I was fascinated to read about Concord players trying to get the platinum trophy before the game shuts down. It made me realize that I have no idea how the trophy system on PlayStation even works. To be fair, I had an Xbox for the last two generations, but I never cared about achievements on that either. Am I the only one who has no interest in the concept? I usually turn off notifications so I have no idea when I earn trophies and I couldn't care less about the rewards. Don't you get a free background or something on PlayStation? It always seemed like a silly way to try and extend a game's lifespan and I hated doing boring tasks just for a virtual reward.
I just wanted to quickly mention that Broken Sword - Shadow Of The Templars: Reforged is now available for pre-order on physical copies for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox from Red Art Games. The Deluxe Editions have sold out, but there are still standard versions available. The Collector's Edition was only available during the Kickstarter and has been delayed until next year to ensure it's the best possible version.
On a different note, I was surprised to receive an email saying that Hit.co.uk is back after their website was down for three months. I had assumed they had gone out of business, but it seems like they are back in action.
I often see arguments about Xbox's multiplatform strategy and people asking how it affects them. As far as I'm concerned, it's not about some petty console war. For years, Microsoft has hidden their console sales figures, but now we are seeing the consequences of that. More and more games are skipping Xbox. Make no mistake, Xbox is not putting their games on other platforms because they want to, they have to. Their install base is not big enough. The only way to grow their customer base is by offering high-quality exclusive content. But that requires patience, which is no longer applicable since their acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
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