Dark Cloud
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Yeah, you also have to charge them when you play with the Switch when it's in the dock. Wait they use any AA or AAA batteries?
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Laura Dale: 2 Switch SKUs planned, UK Retailer GAME will sell at £199.99 and £249.99
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Interesting to know and glad someone actually spelled it out instead of just saying xyz is cheaper.
Would prefer higher internals too. Hopefully we get it.
At this point I am deciding on whether to save up now or wait 6 months after launch. I waited almost a year on WiiU and it paid off. Waited on Ps4 and it paid off again. So I am thinking regardless of price and lineup waiting is best.
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This will sell like hotcakes, exactly what Nintendo wanted!
With the support that Nintendo is going to show , we will have a platform that will outsell Wii u in the first year!
Nintendo show the others how it is done. There are lots of surprises yet and I fully think that the Wii u loyalty and My Nintendo will change that price again.
With the support that Nintendo is going to show , we will have a platform that will outsell Wii u in the first year!
Nintendo show the others how it is done. There are lots of surprises yet and I fully think that the Wii u loyalty and My Nintendo will change that price again.
JoshuaJSlone
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Regarding the split controller thing. I believe the simple grip will be included buuuuut considering Wii did better than N64, GameCube, and Wii U combined, I'd say the split is more relevant for Nintendo home gamers of the last 20 years.
A larger SD card would be a less attractive option anyway since that's the part the crazier downloaders are going to be replacing anyway.
Still, card+32 will always be less than card+64 or card+128 or whatever.
3DS never had basic/premium SKUs with different size SD cards, though eventual "New" systems had a larger one. Wii U did have basic/premium with different storage, and it was internal.tebunker said:
A larger SD card would be a less attractive option anyway since that's the part the crazier downloaders are going to be replacing anyway.
MK8 would probably be the more likely of the two, since it would do more to show off what the system could do.
and it'd likely do a lot to drive sales of the console
TheDinoman
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Mario Kart also seems more likely because it's obviously an extended/enhanced port of Mario Kart 8, an already finished game. Most of the bulk has already been done, they're just adding on to it.
I know Emily Rogers said its an enhanced port, but honestly looking at the Splatoon footage we got in the trailer, it could very well just be a full fledged sequel, which may require more time to make.
I know Emily Rogers said its an enhanced port, but honestly looking at the Splatoon footage we got in the trailer, it could very well just be a full fledged sequel, which may require more time to make.
Both would be even better. Unlikely, but why not?
If they're not going to price it within impulse-buy range ($199), then maybe shipping with a pair of pack-ins would help. Non-traditional, sure, but so is Nintendo.
I feel like they should storm out of the gate, giving folks as many reasons to buy this as possible. Come on, Nintendo, make me interested.
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I've heard this before on the WiiU.
I bet UK retailers will start at £249 and £299.
I bet UK retailers will start at £249 and £299.
I'm still not entirely convinced Nintendo won't build on MK8 and Splatoon to the extent that they can get away with calling it a sequel. Both franchises wouldn't be obscenely early as sequels starting this holiday season.
Smash will clearly be a port. Not convinced on the other 2.
Smash will clearly be a port. Not convinced on the other 2.
this is really interesting and I hope you're right.
TheDinoman
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Splatoon is one thing but Mario Kart Switch is very clearly an extended/enhanced port of MK8. Same models, same HUD, same sound effects, etc the only major differences are the inclusion of King Boo and the double item system.
Ahh thanks- hadn't seen that.
hm with ps4s/ xbox one s selling at $250 this holiday season switch being at $250 isn't looking so hot, sure these are black friday deals but next year the prices will probably go down to that permanently, $250 is great for the current nintendo stronghold but for people already into the ps4/xbox systems, they won't making the switch lol, $200 or bust for a handheld.
I think emily rogers is solid so I tend to agree that it'll be enhanced port however I think it'll be enhanced enough to where they can just call it Splatoon Switch or whatever and be fine, thus blurring the lines a bit.
Yautja_Warrior
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£249 is fine by me, better than GAME's placehold price of £999 lol
Okami Haundo
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Chiming in here to say that I still fully expect this to be priced at $249 and $299 in the U.S. at launch. Here's what I think the configuration will be:
Base Model:
- $249.99
- Includes Switch console with Joy-cons L and R, as well as the dock
- 32Gb built-in memory
- pack-in game
Deluxe Model:
- $299.99
- Includes Switch console with Joy-con L and R, dock, Joy-con grip
- 64Gb built-in memory
- pack-in game
I do not personally expect to see any launch bundle that contains the Pro controller.
Base Model:
- $249.99
- Includes Switch console with Joy-cons L and R, as well as the dock
- 32Gb built-in memory
- pack-in game
Deluxe Model:
- $299.99
- Includes Switch console with Joy-con L and R, dock, Joy-con grip
- 64Gb built-in memory
- pack-in game
I do not personally expect to see any launch bundle that contains the Pro controller.
Where are all the 350/400$ pessimistic gaffer now? I've always been saying it was gonna be 249$ and 299$ at most, of course it's still just a rumor, though i'll turn to be true. I'm in with the 299 model of the storage will be significantly bigger(a 64GB instead of 32GB wouldn't be enough for me) and there will be a game i want in that bundle, if not i could just go with the cheaper one and put 128GB micro sd into it...January 13 will never come soon enough
Wouldn't including the Joy-Con Grip out of the base model help with the whole hybrid idea?
There is no way the grip isn't included with both.
Yautja_Warrior
Member
As much as I would like the included game to be Zelda or Mario, I expect it might be Splatoon.
I doubt they will give away their big guns on launch day, without a premium on that price.
I doubt they will give away their big guns on launch day, without a premium on that price.
Pretty much what i think too, though i think the base model will include the joy-cons grip too, it's essential of you play with Switch docked, also it's included in every official promotional photo, they won't sell a SKU where you'll have to use the joy-cons separately to play on the TV.
That said, to me the included game will be crucial, if it's gonna be a game i want, like the new Mario, Zelda BOTW or whatever then i'm in for it, but if it's gonna be a game i'm not into then i'd go with the base model since the difference between 32 and 64GB isn't that much and i'd have to buy a 30$ 128GB micro sd anyway sooner or later
Tom Nook Sawyer
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He said "quote me" then when you did he deleted it lolol
People took it as if he had insider information, while it was just his opinion.
And in that case, assuming also that the storage difference will just be 32GB/64GB, i'd go with the base version, saving those 50$ for a game i really want, and putting a 128GB micro SD when i'll need more storage
And that would be fine by me, i'd definitely go with the pro bundle in that case
Okami Haundo
Member
It would certainly "help", but I don't think it defines that idea. The 3-minute video showed us some proof that the Joy-con L and R controllers will work just fine without the grip. I'd love to be proven wrong here, but I just don't see them giving us a bundle that has the Pro controller. Please prove me wrong Nintendo, please.
This is exactly why I've been saying "$199 or bust."
For those people who are only interested in a console, it needs to hold up to X1/PS4 in terms of value for money. At $249, that's a challenge. At $299, it becomes very difficult.
Tom Nook Sawyer
Member
It was hilariously ironic regardless of the reason
I already have Mario Kart 8, so I don't see the point on getting a MK8 Switch bundle. I rather get a Switch with no packed game than the same game again.
New 3D Mario or Zelda would be enough to make me preorder it, or maybe not...
If there aren't any interesting games at launch, better to get the Wiiu version of Zelda.
New 3D Mario or Zelda would be enough to make me preorder it, or maybe not...
If there aren't any interesting games at launch, better to get the Wiiu version of Zelda.
I feel like it was all-but-confirmed by the joy con grip mode being the very first play style we see in the video. Nintendo is specifically not trying to send mixed signals this time.
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Okami Haundo
Member
If Nintendo really meant to be that direct with the video, I think it would be safe to assume the Pro controller comes with the "Deluxe" model. While I would love for that to be true, I'll stand strong in my belief until they say otherwise.
Voysa Reezun
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$299 for a game and more storage space is fair. I'll buy at that price.
Hope the game is a) not pre-loaded and b) Zelda.
Hope the game is a) not pre-loaded and b) Zelda.
Tom Nook Sawyer
Member
Indeed, but a price drop shortly after launch might be bad for optics and may not instill consumer confidence
I mean, he was putting it out there in response to insider information so it definitely gave off that vibe
glad he deleted it if it wasn't
Principate
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But it's not a pure console. So you can't compare it like for like price-wise. The majority of consumers interested won't buy it as a console. If they were they'd be better off buying a XB1 or a PS4 regardless of the switches price because of games ecosystem and comparative price for power. So there's no point even pretending like that's what a consumer would be interested in. it will live and die on it's hybrid nature and how well it pulls off being a handheld and a console and the software library behind. Not how well it poorly imitates something it's clearly not.
frankie_baby
Member
i'm certain it'll be a) pre-loaded and b) not Zelda
Okami Haundo
Member
If the Switch was a set-top box with just a TV-out, I would agree with you wholeheartedly. Due to the "hybrid" form factor, I think Nintendo has more room in the pricing range. I don't think they could go any higher than $299, but to suggest that it's DOA at anything other than $199 seems silly.
That's like saying that an iPad/Android tablet need to hold up to desktop PC in terms of value for money.
Case in point - the 3DS. I don't think Nintendo wants to have another Ambassador Program scenario.
Tom Nook Sawyer
Member
Exactly, and especially not with the successor to their biggest console failure yet
Dr. Zoidberg
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IMO people who are only interested in a single console aren't going to be buying this thing no matter what it costs. However, I think for Nintendo-friendly casuals and people who are interested in Nintendo games in either console or handheld forms, these prices are fine for a second console/handheld purchase, or for the kids by the casual parents.
Basically, the Wii audience is the same audience here. I'm NOT saying the Switch will be successful, but I'm saying that the pricing on offer here is not going to be the major stumbling block. It will be other factors.
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It shouldn't try to be a second handheld but the first. Console capability secondary (which is essentially what it is in concept). This thing is a glorified handheld so Nintendo's best bet would be treat it as a handheld with the advantage of doubling as a console hence the increased price. Trying to be secondary anything is a losing proposition.
The Switch's strengths are also its weaknesses.
Its unique nature as a hybrid could be seen as a strength. A powerful handheld that can also be played on the TV.
That is also a weakness. It is a big handheld with a perceived poor battery life in a market where handhelds are struggling. It is an underpowered console compared to the rest of the market.
It needs to be super cheap and have a fuck ton of games people will want.
The market has shown that people are not willing to pay for new Nintendo hardware to play Nintendo games (oddly, the market has shown it is willing to pay for a cheap emu box for old Nintendo shit).
$250-300? That is not going to fly.
Its unique nature as a hybrid could be seen as a strength. A powerful handheld that can also be played on the TV.
That is also a weakness. It is a big handheld with a perceived poor battery life in a market where handhelds are struggling. It is an underpowered console compared to the rest of the market.
It needs to be super cheap and have a fuck ton of games people will want.
The market has shown that people are not willing to pay for new Nintendo hardware to play Nintendo games (oddly, the market has shown it is willing to pay for a cheap emu box for old Nintendo shit).
$250-300? That is not going to fly.
Obscuritas
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Dat local multiplayer on the go tho