AdventureRacing
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I thought he DS went past it, either way it was close. Wasn't really the point I was making though
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GameStop - Switch sales "Phenomenal", high attach rate, "Could eclipse Wii"
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I thought he DS went past it, either way it was close. Wasn't really the point I was making though
LegendofLex
Member
Is it required to operate the device? No? Will including it in the box result in more money or less money? Less? Then it's not in the box.
Honestly, it's perfectly fine to just unplug the one AC adapter and bring it with you. If you want a second one that's a pure extra convenience play, not part of the core value proposition. Why would it be in the box?
Oddly enough, I guess this means I fall exactly within the norm for your store.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Master Edition
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Special Edition (for a friend)
Super Bomberman R
Switch Pro Controller
Archer Link amiibo
Rider Link amiibo
Zelda amiibo
Bokoblin amiibo
Guardian amiibo
7DollarHagane
Banned
Chill Penguin
Member
Lol at master curator over there. Glad he was able to identify Zelda as his top pick.
That sounds goddamn crazy. I thought I was going all out with Zelda, 1-2 Switch, joycon pair, pro controller and charging grip.
Well, it's possible they increased the production after they saw the demand from preorders. I guess we'll see when they announce the numbers for the first month sometime in April.
I mean, Nintendo could pack in any number of accessories and games and simply pass on the cost to the consumer by raising the price. By not including the second charger, they allow consumers to decide for themselves if a second is necessary. Unless you're expecting them to pack more in the box but charge the same price which, from their point of view, doesn't make much sense.
Moreover, I don't think a typical consumer would perceive an additional charger included in the box as some great value.
Said better than I probably ever could.
Such as...? I think you're just about the only one who would say that there are "lots of great games for Switch". That's how many consoles are at launch though, so not the end of the world and is to be expected, really. No need to get all defensive!
While I don't think anyone should expect to see two chargers in the box, let's not pretend that Nintendo is doing us some big favor here. They just know they can make more money by selling it separately. And, of course I'm fine with it because it's not a necessity.
I think Wii outsold PS1 or it was really close.
BUNTING1243
Banned
this is good for Nintendo, but obviously GameStop really wants this to be a Wii level console. it's hard to take that part seriously and the attach rate talk can be attributed to the strength of Zelda
Did Blastermastet get a physical release?
DeuceGamer
Member
Yea, I hate when they do this with items that are hard to find or sell out quickly. They add guides and stuff to Limited Editions of games all the time too. Normally you can at least return the extras since they are rung up separately on the receipt.
Jonneh3003
Banned
Wouldn't that be super, sadly not though.
captmcblack
Member
They just need to keep releasing good games. Don't let it have a software drought, and don't go too long without timely, full-fat, AAA-style experiences from Nintendo (or anyone else). The Switch has pretty legit hype right now, and Zelda is doing well - but it won't mean anything if momentum doesn't keep going.
SomewhatGroovy
Banned
Anecdotal but this is the most money I have ever spent on a new console launch. Surprised to hear others have forked over hard cash too.
I bought:
System
Pro controller
Second pair of joycons
200 GB card
Zelda (standard)
Zelda (special edition)
$20 eshop cred
and a battery pack.
I bought:
System
Pro controller
Second pair of joycons
200 GB card
Zelda (standard)
Zelda (special edition)
$20 eshop cred
and a battery pack.
RedAssedApe
Banned
Zelda thirst is real
Jaded Alyx
Member
Blaster Master Zero is $10
Nice! My copy is on the way. Was out of stock in a lot of import shops! In the meantime I got this from amazon.co.jp:
My first time playing disgaea. Was really nice to just slide the cartridge in and already have it set to english. Region free is incredible on switch!
Hard to say, but the Switch model is a retailers dream. You're going to need a case if you take it on the go, screen protector is a good idea, may need a memory card, plus whatever games and extra controllers you want. Easy to tack on additional items.
-Pyromaniac-
Member
I want to believe it but I'm going to wait 2-3 months and see what the sales look like before I get happy for nintendo. Hope it's true though.
Jonneh3003
Banned
Awesome! I've been waiting for I am Setsuna to get an English retail release for a while, I never feel right spending £20+ on a digital game. Jumped at the chance. I'll pick up Disgaea when it comes out in the UK, only played the first.
Interface23
Member
Zelda, Bomberman, I Am Setsuna, Binding of Isaac, Has Been Heroes and Lego Undercover all physical for me within the first month. Seems solid to me.
BennyBlanco
aka IMurRIVAL69
It's such a cool device. Truly the new hotness.
Gamestop also sells eshop cards. I've bought three 20 dollar ones since launch.
I think the drought is already here. Once people stop playing Zelda there's no big game until Mario Kart. I don't know the release dates of those great Nindies but even those aren't bug retail releases. I've probably got 1 more week of playing Zelda every day, then...nothing. My Switch is gonna hibernate until something I can sink my teeth into comes out. There is definitely no other launch title I'm gonna pick up at this point.
SmokedMeat
Gamer™
I'd imagine preorders for Mario Kart and Splatoon.
I certainly wasn't trying to imply that Nintendo didn't include an additional charger because they're trying to do us all a favor -- a corporation is a corporation is a corporation, and they'll do what they hope will make them the most money. No one should have any illusions about that. That said, I think the lack of a second charger doesn't really harm consumers in any real way.
Sangetsu-II
Member
If Switch keeps selling, Xbox will end up in third place by the end of this gen again won't it?
Principate
Saint Titanfall
Not really the same gen and it's a handheld.
Hoho for breakfast
Member
Well, if Gamestops Senior Director of Merchandising says it could eclipse the Wii then it must be so.
Look out world!
This shit is laughable.
With that said, Zelda is amazing. Go buy a Switch and enjoy it.
Look out world!
This shit is laughable.
With that said, Zelda is amazing. Go buy a Switch and enjoy it.
... should Switch prove successful, that's going to be the argument everyone makes, isn't it? "Yea, but it's a handheld. Apples to oranges! We can't compare."
Principate
Saint Titanfall
You know it. Same with if ut fails.
RichiRamjag
Member
I went through the hassle of getting a digital code from Japan and I just can't get into it. I love SRPGs, but this one isn't grabbing me sadly.
Snake Pass and Has Been heroes are out next week, then Lego city undercover and Wonderboy early to mid next month, then Mario Kart at the end of the money. Not stellar, but they're there. I'm looking forward to at least three of those before Mario Kart comes out personally.
By that line of logic Nintendo shouldn't of included the joycon grips or straps since they aren't required to operate the device and result in less money for the company.
GregLombardi
Member
Plenty of people doubted it. Plenty said they would sit on shelves at the $300 price point.
GameStop is a notorious source for predictions though. Nintendo just needs to keep bringing the big guns over the course of the system's life.
I mean, doubtful, because Nintendo's real claim to fame is that it's unstoppable when it comes to handhelds so, should it prove to be a flop, that'll be *more* damning.
Does the Japanese cartridge have full english dialog?
RichiRamjag
Member
Now you're just arguing for the sake of doing so. It really isn't a big mystery why one charger is in the box. Nor should it be all that surprising.
Japanese version has full english.
Looks like I'm gonna be importing. Thanks for the answer.
Dark Ninja
Member
Uhhhh did you miss all those threads saying it was dead on arrival. People weren't even thinking it would reach an year 3.
I really want a Switch but the fact that the games here cost $90 and all of the accessories are priced ridiculously really puts me off - especially coming from being solely a PC gamer for the last few years.
Buying 4-5 games means I'm basically buying another Switch again. That to me is ridiculous in this day and age.
Buying 4-5 games means I'm basically buying another Switch again. That to me is ridiculous in this day and age.
i had been hearing that buyers were excited about switch. i think this could be like the 360 for nintendo where each month a game becomes a really big seller and soon everything is doing well. although nintendo isn't expecting it to be a slow burn and a lot more like the 3ds out the gate due to the increase in the forecast.
Sangetsu-II
Member
Isn't NPD classifying the Switch, PS4 and XB1 as current gen? Also they classify it as a console. Both of these were stated by Mat on the NPD predictions thread iirc.