valinthyne
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Kind of makes sense to drop the VC if only to combat the "but why cant we just transfer over our previous system purchases".
This is actually a very misleading headline.
And it's based solely off a translated Q&A to boot. All the source says is that Nintendo currently has not decided on a VC schedule, which could also mean they just can't comment on it yet.
Nothing in that quote suggests that they haven't decided whether or not to bring a VC to Switch.
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aka they don't want to announce it yet.
Nintendo "how can we take more money from them, without they realized they are being extorted"
Not trying to shitpost, but it's Polygon on the subject of Nintendo. Wouldn't exactly call them enthusiasts.
Q: Is "Classic Game Selection (tentative name)" different from virtual console (VC)?
A: "Classic Game Selection (tentative name)" which we introduce now is software which adds a new function to the classic game, different from VC. The schedule of VC on Nintendo Switch is undecided.
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I mean sure, but how can Nintendo think it's a good idea to stay quiet about a service that should've launched with the console. It's not time consuming for them to go pirate their old games and then upload it to the eShop.
It might be a bit misleading the headline, but it does prove Nintendo hasn't decided on what they want to give us and how much, when it's been implied they were just going to give us what we want, and have a fully robust online environment and store.
There was a lot of ambitious talk. That the next console would have a steam like hub that would essentially allow access to many of Nintendos games, and this hub could be accessed on computers and through phones too.
I always suspected it was all a sham though. To me this just confirms that the old strategy of being super precious with their old games is going to continue. There's not even a 2d mario on the Switch yet. I speculate this is weird effect of how succesful the switch has become. They see how even indie games are selling incredibly well on it, and probably realise they can keep making money and more of it by slowly feed a starving audience and rather than give us a buffet and make us full.
https://www.polygon.com/2017/6/2/15730702/nintendo-switch-virtual-console
Seems like everyone assumed this would be part of Nintendo's plans for E3. Sounds like we'll be waiting a while longer. In my opinion, Nintendo seems inclined to lean in to their "Classic" consoles to fulfill the demand for Virtual Console games. Offering a Virtual Console service might cannibalize their (rumored) plans for an SNES Classic.
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I have no interest in VC at this point, and am sick of GAF going on about it tbh. There are plenty of ways you play those games if you want to.
Thread/article title is wrong.
The article says they are not clear on HOW it will get VC, not IF they will get VC.
Wouldn't surprise me if they drop the Virtual Console branding and continue on with the branding they used for the NES Classic instead.
With most third parties having ignored the Virtual Console last generation anyway, it probably makes more sense to just drop it and move on.
Ya'll are way too obsessed with the VC anyway. Aren't you sick of these games by now? This was hot shit back on the Wii but MAN if I never play an old game again it'll be too soon.
I mean sure, but how can Nintendo think it's a good idea to stay quiet about a service that should've launched with the console. It's not time consuming for them to go pirate their old games and then upload it to the eShop.
Q: Is "Classic Game Selection (tentative name)" different from virtual console (VC)?
A: "Classic Game Selection (tentative name)" which we introduce now is software which adds a new function to the classic game, different from VC. The schedule of VC on Nintendo Switch is undecided.
I don't think this is the case since Nintendo is on the record saying that the NES Classic was not designed as a mainstay, but just as a limited offering for a short time, initially just for the holidays.https://www.polygon.com/2017/6/2/15730702/nintendo-switch-virtual-console
Seems like everyone assumed this would be part of Nintendo's plans for E3. Sounds like we'll be waiting a while longer. In my opinion, Nintendo seems inclined to lean in to their "Classic" consoles to fulfill the demand for Virtual Console games. Offering a Virtual Console service might cannibalize their (rumored) plans for an SNES Classic.
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It sounds like the Classic Game Selection is more like 3D Classics except instead of tweaking the graphics and adding stereoscopy, they're adding online functionality.
By talking about it on their own terms. Like they always do, they fucking swatted away any questions about a new 3DS iteration months before announcing a new 3DS iteration.
Considering how it's selling without VC, I don't think it's as big a linchpin for success as you might think. Like everything they do, they'll announce it on their own time.
That's just a clickbait article. It was just part of a Q&A in which Nintendo didn't really say anything apart from "will be announced later".
Here's the Google translation of the question and answer:
Virtual Console service isn't comparable to a new console though. It shouldn't be considered a huge announcement that you can pay $5 to play Super Mario Bros on your new system. Though Virtual Console has been one of the most poorly managed service on their last three consoles, so I don't know why I was expecting any different.
This is awful news. Even if they decide to do it, it'll be a year or more. Fuck's sake.
I was 100% convinced we'd be playing VC the day after e3. I thought any longer than that to launch it would be sheer incompetence.
I have no interest in VC at this point, and am sick of GAF going on about it tbh. There are plenty of ways you play those games if you want to.
Jesus Christ, this was exactly what I was afraid of when they announced the Classic Game Collection.
Jesus Christ, this was exactly what I was afraid of when they announced the Classic Game Collection.
That's one of the biggest points of appeal for the Switch, gone. I have 50+ VC games on the Wii U (many carried over from the Wii) and playing them on a portable with a nice 720p screen OR on TV was really, really appealing.
This is awful news. Even if they decide to do it, it'll be a year or more. Fuck's sake.
I was 100% convinced we'd be playing VC the day after e3. I thought any longer than that to launch it would be sheer incompetence.
I wouldn't be surprised to see Nintendo release updated NES and SNES classic consoles that come with a set number of games and allow you to purchase more games through their own eshop. It makes much more sense to make the "mini" line completely separate from the switch. That way the added multiplayer on games included with Nintendo's subscription service can be used as an incentive to own both the classic and switch. I can also see Nintendo offering a subscription service for the classic consoles to allow access to a full library for 10-20 a month.
I would say, wait until their E3 timed Direct until getting too bummed. But even the VC being omitted from that presentation wouldn't be a nail in the coffin, though of course really disappointing.Jesus Christ, this was exactly what I was afraid of when they announced the Classic Game Collection.
That's one of the biggest points of appeal for the Switch, gone. I have 50+ VC games on the Wii U (many carried over from the Wii) and playing them on a portable with a nice 720p screen OR on TV was really, really appealing.
This is awful news. Even if they decide to do it, it'll be a year or more. Fuck's sake.
I was 100% convinced we'd be playing VC the day after e3. I thought any longer than that to launch it would be sheer incompetence.
I have no interest in VC at this point, and am sick of GAF going on about it tbh. There are plenty of ways you play those games if you want to.
Well yeah, Nintendo could release a console coated in cow shit and it would still sell out on day 1. I'm just surprised that Nintendo hasn't put in the effort required to buy roms when the Switch's whole MO is "how can we extract as much money from our fans before we become irrelevant.
What a needlessly misleading way to say this. 400 page thread incoming.
A mod should update the title.