January 15th 2025.
The highly anticipated Metroid Prime 4: Beyond game has been confirmed as a cross-gen release, according to sources. This means that it will be available on both the current Nintendo Switch console and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, which is set to be revealed on Thursday. As we eagerly await the console reveal, let's take a look at some other exciting game news and discussions.
In a recent reader inquiry, there was talk about a potential Donkey Kong reboot and the bugs in The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion remake. As the discussions heat up, we invite you to join in and share your thoughts with us by emailing us at the provided email address.
Speaking of games, what can we expect to see from the Nintendo Switch 2? While we've been advised not to get our hopes up for big game reveals, it's hard to imagine a console reveal without any games to showcase. Some possibilities include a remastered version of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild and a new Super Mario game. But with no big name cross-gen games in the pipeline, it will be interesting to see what Nintendo has in store for us.
As for the price of the Switch 2, many readers seem to agree that £350 is a reasonable estimate. Some even predict spending up to £500 for the console, a carry case, a Pro Controller, and a subscription to the new version of Nintendo Switch Online. With the Switch having been around for a while now, many are ready for an upgrade and are eagerly anticipating some new titles to go along with it.
Shifting gears to the topic of game remakes, there is excitement surrounding the possibility of a remake for The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion. However, some readers are skeptical about the game being bug-free, given Bethesda's reputation for releasing buggy games. Will the remake live up to expectations, or will there be a mandate to include a certain number of bugs? Only time will tell.
In other game news, there has been some confusion around Netflix Gaming. Reader DuckOfDeath82 was under the impression that the games were streamed, but in reality, they are available for download on mobile devices. This means that the performance of the games depends on the device being used. Some recommended titles include Golden Idol, Arranger, Paper Trail, and Storyteller, all of which make good use of touch interface.
As we continue to discuss and anticipate upcoming games, we also want to take a moment to look back. It's been a year of exciting releases and developments in the gaming world, and we can't wait to see what the future holds. We also want to thank our readers for their continued support and participation in our discussions. Here's to another great year of gaming!
It's almost certain that Metroid Prime 4: Beyond will be a cross-generation game. The discussion in the letters page on Wednesday centered around imagining a modern reboot of Donkey Kong, while one reader brought up concerns about bugs in the upcoming remake of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion. If you'd like to join in on these discussions, just email us your thoughts.
Now, let's talk about demo games. With the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal happening on Thursday, the anticipation is almost palpable. All signs point to the console being unveiled this week, unless Nintendo decides to throw us off with a last-minute change. However, the big question on everyone's minds is what will the new console offer in terms of games?
We've been cautioned not to expect too many reveals, but surely there will be at least one game showcased during the reveal. Unlike the original Switch, there aren't any major cross-generation games that we already know about. So what could it be? Perhaps Metroid Prime 4, but that might not appeal to the casual audience. And while there's also Pokémon Legends: Z-A, can we really trust a Game Freak game to showcase the technical capabilities of a new console? So it's safe to say that we can expect at least a glimpse at some new games. My prediction is a remastered version of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, with lots of comparison shots, and a brand new Super Mario game. Some have speculated about Mario Kart 9, but I'm not sure how they could make it look significantly different to warrant being the first game showcased for the new console.
Now, let's talk about budget. Many are speculating that the Switch 2 will be priced at around £350, and that seems like a reasonable estimate to me. Personally, I've budgeted around £500 to cover the cost of the console, a carrying case, a Pro Controller, and a subscription to the new version of Nintendo Switch Online. After all, the Switch has been around for quite some time now, and I'm more than ready for an upgrade. A few enticing titles within the launch window would make it difficult for me to exercise any sort of adult restraint.
Moving on to the topic of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion remake, I'm definitely excited for it. But I can't help but wonder if it will truly be a full remake, especially since it's not being developed by Bethesda. Will it be embarrassing if it ends up being the only Elder Scrolls game without game-breaking bugs? No offense to the originals, they were classics, but that was back when Bethesda was a smaller company with less resources. Even their most recent release, Starfield, had its fair share of bugs. So for a remake of Oblivion, which barely functioned on the PlayStation 3, to suddenly be bug-free would be quite the transformation. Or perhaps Bethesda will mandate that the developers, Virtuos, purposely include a certain amount of bugs? It's a half-joke, but it does raise some interesting questions.
If you have any thoughts or comments about anything we've discussed, don't hesitate to email us.
Now, let's talk about Netflix Gaming. One reader, DuckOfDeath82, had some questions about it and I can provide some insight as a regular user of the service. It seems like there's a misconception that the games are streamed, but they're actually downloaded like any other mobile app. So their performance largely depends on your device. I've discovered some games on there that have been on my watch list for a while. In my opinion, the best ones are the ones that make good use of the touch interface, such as Golden Idol, Arranger, Paper Trail, and Storyteller. But you'll also find plenty of action games. Currently, I'm playing Spiritfarer, which isn't an action game but I still struggled with the platforming parts.
Lastly, I'd like to mention a game that didn't get much coverage last year: Nine Sols. If you're interested, I highly recommend it. The best way to describe it is "Hollow Knight meets Sekiro," and it definitely lives up to that comparison. The art is fantastic, the characters are intriguing, and while it can be brutally difficult, it's always fair. Getting the true ending was one of my proudest gaming achievements. Even if we don't end up writing about it, I'm sure you'll enjoy playing it.
And with that, we come to the end of this week's discussion. We'll see you next time!
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