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Animal Crossing: New Horizons | Review Thread
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I could honestly live with pretty much all of these, as long as Redd, Brewster, and his Gyroid friends return.
Good riddance to Kapp'n, though.
I can see why most folks wouldn't be into the waypoint review but what's so different about the ign one
I fully expect most/all features & characters from past games not currently in the game to be added via free updates.
I imagine Nintendo has many things planned for the game in the future, and will do events akin to MMOs.
I imagine Nintendo has many things planned for the game in the future, and will do events akin to MMOs.
Has that been confirmed with data mining yet? Just so you all know, these reviews were all limited by Nintendo, we could only talk about the first 16 days' worth of content. If we used time manipulation, we were told not to mention anything we found after the first 16 days. I would be shocked to learn that this much stuff doesn't emerge within later months, because the game is all about adding new pieces to your Island bit by bit.
Man, I hate that they put limits on what can be discussed in a review.
This game comes out after my birthday, i won't get a letter and a present in the mail from mom. ;(
Yes!! It does seem like a system more in keeping with both games' general ethos would be less resource gathering and more resource management, which like you said isn't necessarily what they want to do. It's a struggle for sure.
Sorry, but I feel like you could critique the review without being condescending toward Gita. She's been writing for games for some time now and she's definitely aware of Civ and SimCity. It doesn't preclude her from looking at games that are less overtly political through a sociopolitical lens. I know that's not most people's cup of tea and that's fine, but could we all still be respectful and not insinuate that she's high?
that's just based on what we, the general public, know. I'm sure datamining will confirm and deny stuff in the coming weeks
Pretty sure Nintendo straight up stated in the direct that the incompatible amiibo would be added in updates over time, so I expect most of those characters will eventually show up in some capacity
We could give vague opinions but not spoil specific unlocks and events. Somewhat standard embargo stuff.
I know most of the removed stuff will probably be added back in with free updates, but... I can't say I like it. If it was a matter of them needing to make cuts to get the game out then it should've been delayed. If it's a deliberate strategy then I really don't care for it, just like I don't care for how both Splatoon games launched with hardly any maps and didn't feel like they became full-featured until months after launch.
I don't think trying to list out what isn't in the game makes sense at the moment. Especially with dlc and updates that are going to be added.
it's really strange to see posts like that, especially on this forum. I don't know if anything a little deeper than surface-level analysis goes over folks' heads because they aren't used to it or if they don't see any value in taking that approach to nintendo games, but seeing so many people lashing out at a reviewer just observing a very simple and obvious theme is just, so embarrassing
Any specific mention of the writing? Kind of hoping they let certain personality types be a bit sassy/rude again like they used to (although maybe not as aggro as AC on Gamecube)
In certain ways, sure. However, carving out series staples like gyroids, Redd, a quarter of the Museum's collection, etc. that have traditionally been accessible within your first days of playing isn't normal at all.
Wow. With this context, its really incredible that people are losing their shit to this degree about purportedly cut content.
personally I see cutting the worst part of the Museum's collection as a positive
DOWN WITH PAINTINGS
It's true, but when you consider that they already delayed the game once, the reality is that if those things were in the game (though they still might be, given our limited info, save for the paintings), other major new features might not have been. I'd rather have an AC game that makes major leaps forward at the expense of a few collectibles at launch over a game that's basically just the last game but HD at launch.
Might be inaccurate, but I think it's fine. Personally I was already sold on this game no matter what the reviews said and I wasn't surprised by the review scores so I'm more looking for stuff people didn't like in the game.
I could see a big content drop this summer including things like 'cut' NPCs and a museum expansion etc.
Also regarding Nat and Chip (spoiler kinda) we have seen an inexplicable empty laboratory in the bug section of the museum that includes a picture of Nat. I wouldn't be surprised if Nat and Chip return in some capacity at the museum and are not unlockable within the first couple weeks of the game.
Also regarding Nat and Chip (spoiler kinda) we have seen an inexplicable empty laboratory in the bug section of the museum that includes a picture of Nat. I wouldn't be surprised if Nat and Chip return in some capacity at the museum and are not unlockable within the first couple weeks of the game.
That review is what actually fully convinced me to buy the game. It's gonna be the first time I really play an AC game. I could use some cute and harmless virtual colonialism in my life right about now.
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The optimist in me says they're not all actually gone and Nintendo is planning on a slow roll out of additional content including several of those things over time, because that's just what is expected from modern games.
1. I'm not sure.
2. It doesn't seem to be, but 18 days is a bit too short for me to be confident.
The ideas and opinions in the Waypoint review are fine, but it just felt messy and disjointed to read. I know Gita is a good writer and knows her onions, but I don't think this has her usual quality.
Still, much better than a few of the others that read as a very slightly expanded list of PR points.
Still, much better than a few of the others that read as a very slightly expanded list of PR points.
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Console Creatures (no score):
GRYOnline.pl (9/10, review in Polish):
IGN Benelux (8.5/10, review in Dutch):
GRYOnline.pl (9/10, review in Polish):
IGN Benelux (8.5/10, review in Dutch):
If it's like other games, and it should be, you'll be able to play on both Switches simultaneously using your own profiles. If you're using the same profile, I don't think you'll be able to play at the same time.
The last part is what worries me as well. We don't know how the transfer system is going to work, and I'm a bit worried that sharing the game will interfere with something. It really shouldn't though, as I'd imagine you can switch between the digital and physical version of the game seamlessly, though I've never tried that.
I've been on a media blackout for so long. I can't waaaaiiiiit~
"Out" as in not the game at all? Or could we be getting new alternatives to those previously existing features?
At the moment, it means "out" as in "has yet to be seen in any released footage" and presumably has also not been mentioned in any reviews. It's not confirmed, per se, it's just a conspicuous absence at the moment.
I'm not worried about anything that's "out" in a game where the content is better when it's drip feed, and this game being the first one that's gonna have regular content updates (starting with the Easter stuff announced in the Direct). I'm sure most of it will eventually make its way into the game.
The aliasing looks really bad to me. I'm considering playing on my Switch Lite, rather than regular Switch, to minimize it on a smaller screen. It's a shame, because this game would look so much better without it.
Same. Feels like the only good thing that hasn't been delayed or cancelled, and exactly what's needed now.
Agreed. On top of that, the argument of "worse things exist" is just so hollow. Like, yeah, of course. And?
the user was not condescending in any way. they just stated the facts about the waypoint review. it is all over the place and is missing coherence.
Nogami produced this game, I fully expect a lot of content to be already on the card waiting to be unlocked at a later date. The Splatoon model.
Thanks again for this lovely review! <3
Is there a reason you don't put the authors name under the reviews? Just curious as I looking for that but could not find the info, unless I missed something. Or is that your policy for a reason?
Thanks anyways, so looking forward to playing this soon!
Positive reviews and generally what is happening in the world has pushed me to pick this up (I also just finished off Luigi's Mansion and need more relaxed switch time in my life).
Was going to get a digital code but the other thread mentioning the eshop being down makes me think it might be best to get a physical copied ordered.
Was going to get a digital code but the other thread mentioning the eshop being down makes me think it might be best to get a physical copied ordered.
This is coming out at such a perfect time. Like I know it's morbid but Nintendo couldn't have engineered this timing.
people looking to escape from the real world, building virtual communities hike authorities are asking for social distancing in the physical world. Like i can see papers and being written on this thing, mark my words.
people looking to escape from the real world, building virtual communities hike authorities are asking for social distancing in the physical world. Like i can see papers and being written on this thing, mark my words.