MissCauthon
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We can only dream
Clic lol
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Time: 19 Things Nintendo's President Told Us About Switch and More
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Clic lol
100% fine it doesn't have a web browser. I don't need another device with a browser.
I think the key to this thing is going to be to hone it's game-focused capabilities. I'm sad it doesn't support streaming services like YTG or Twitch; I feel those are musts. But other things like making sure it does gaming really well is what I'm interested in. Couldn't give two shits if it had Netflix or YouTube on it.
If I had all my devices with browsers sitting next to me, I wouldn't be able to fucking move.
I think the key to this thing is going to be to hone it's game-focused capabilities. I'm sad it doesn't support streaming services like YTG or Twitch; I feel those are musts. But other things like making sure it does gaming really well is what I'm interested in. Couldn't give two shits if it had Netflix or YouTube on it.
Consoles don't need browsers. We're not living in the world of PS1/2 where consoles double-dipped for multimedia features. Yes, it still happens. No, I don't believe it's important.
If I had all my devices with browsers sitting next to me, I wouldn't be able to fucking move.
calc84maniac
Member
If they just slapped in a browser without putting serious effort into it, this thing would be hacked within a week. They've got other priorities.
Lol, it'll be another Star Fox game.
We can only dream
Love love love this.
Virtual Boy: Switch
The first true portable VR gaming system.
Cyborg
Member
Dude we are talking about an Internet Browser......
You say:
You mean make more than a handfull of launchgames? My bad.
We can only dream
so like your phone, only even lower resolution. thats 720p/ 2 eyes
If support for Twitch & Netflix is added down the line, then I'm fine with the Switch not having those features at launch.
I'm not at all surprised the Internet Browser isn't supported, as a good chunk of people are using that as a gateway for homebrew software & the like.
I'm more bummed about Streetpass & Miiverse not returning, as those were easily the coolest social features the Wii U/3DS had.
I'm not at all surprised the Internet Browser isn't supported, as a good chunk of people are using that as a gateway for homebrew software & the like.
I'm more bummed about Streetpass & Miiverse not returning, as those were easily the coolest social features the Wii U/3DS had.
calc84maniac
Member
You don't seem to realize how many consoles can been homebrewed just by going to a web page. If they ship this with an exploitable browser, that's millions of devices they can't undo.
And I imagine making sure the online infrastructure works is more important (yes, there are online games at launch and in launch window).
Astral Dog
Member
That should be a thread,Nintendo confirmed to not be cresting a succesdor to 3DS
they said the same thing about ds vs gba
Cuningas de Häme
Member
#4theplayers, Switch is. Quite literally too.
So, when Sony touts that slogan and lies their ass out, it's great, but when a company actually makes a console for games and only games, it's bad?
Vern and NateDrake redeemed, numerous times. Those guys know their stuff.
(Might be with a wee twinkle in the eye in this post)
So, when Sony touts that slogan and lies their ass out, it's great, but when a company actually makes a console for games and only games, it's bad?
Vern and NateDrake redeemed, numerous times. Those guys know their stuff.
(Might be with a wee twinkle in the eye in this post)
calc84maniac
Member
Actually no, they said that they were developing a GBA successor iirc.
Yes, a browser, the most exploitable avenue in any console with one. So exploitable that failoverflow's recent PS4 hack video didn't even bother disclosing theirs due to how trivial it is.
Cyborg
Member
Uhm....ok. Launching a console in 2017 without it is just crazy in my eyes.
It could still happen, but the Wii U Pro Controller wouldn't be able to be used for every game, just like how on the Wii and Wii U certain controller options wouldn't work for certain games. Still, that wouldn't be a problem for most couch multiplayer games.
jobrro
Member
So far the information like no Miiverse, browser, phone app for chat etc. and 'making it an amazing gaming experience' PR talk suggests the OS may have a low overhead on Switch. It was pretty crazy on Wii U that the OS took up half the system memory while still remaining pretty slow and useless while in game outside of Miiverse and the browser.
Before the Xbone and PS4 released we knew how much memory was available to games, has this information been released or leaked yet for Switch?
Before the Xbone and PS4 released we knew how much memory was available to games, has this information been released or leaked yet for Switch?
Well Vern told us Switch wouldn't have a browser or multimedia apps(which is true) and he said it's 3.2GB for games and 800MB for OS.
Affeinvasion
Member
I guess it's good to know that they're focused on games. I can't wait to see the games that the web browser programmers are working on.
calc84maniac
Member
NERD is allegedly working on Virtual Console if that's what you're wondering. (I say "allegedly" because after the last few months I've lost track of what's confirmed and what's "highly sourced rumor")
Beer Monkey
Member
A future update to add Wii Remote functionality for stuff like VC, Bomberman, and Mario Kart would be a total megaton to me. Cheap dpad controllers I already have FTW. Gamecube support beyond Smash would be almost as good.
And yes, I realize that I'm one of like three people who care about this, or so I've been told.
And yes, I realize that I'm one of like three people who care about this, or so I've been told.
jobrro
Member
Interesting. That split seems reasonable and over time they should be able to optimize the OS to add features and/or reduce that footprint.
Hope there is a Direct soon showing off the OS.
No, the poster is right.
Both, the WiiU as well as the Vita can be easily hacked with one simple visit to certain websites via their webbrowsers.
While the 3DS needs additional steps (that can be fulfilled by anyone who can read), it also needs to visit a certain website via webbrowser to complete the hack.
While i don't like them missing out on a Webbrowser, i can totally see it's need to to do this to make sure it stays impossible to hack the device.
goldenpp72
Member
The only reason no browser sucks is public WiFi, won't be able to login to them 
Polygonal_Sprite
Gold Member
People should read the link. A lot of interesting info. The next time people expect powerful Nintendo hardware (myself included) they should be slapped around the face with the current CEO's quote about Yamauchi and the whole philosophy of Nintendo.
This right here. I did a 'CMD+F' looking for it and couldn't believe it wasn't even mentioned.
Yep.
Joelstinton14
Member
Well making consoles is evidently harder than what you are making it out to me. Check any console launch since..well the ps3/360's days. You got pretty much say that each console needed an extra 6- 12 months in the oven.
Very rarely usually has to be a pretty unique situation like my phone is dead and my back is hurting too bad to go sit at my pc.
jts
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Well, the Virtual Console brand itself isnt addressed directly but Kimishima says the Switch is not compatible with titles from past systems :/
Sola Scriptura
Member
We shouldn't have to rely on interviews like this for relevant launch info. Where's the Direct, Nintendo?
Mithos
Member
I used it more then anything else on Wii U.
Top 5
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Internet Browser: ~360hrs
Netflix: ~149hrs
Miiverse: ~100hrs
Assassins Creed 3: ~96hrs
Wind Waker HD: ~48hrs
The reason for 100hrs Miiverse...
I used it once on my wii u.
I also tried it on my Sony and MS consoles. It's horrible every single time.
AtomicShroom
Member
It's doable but it looks goddamn awful. A 720p screen is nowhere near enough for VR to be comfortable.
I don't think not having a browser will stop exploits. Different entry point will be found. In my opinion.
FrozenCell
Member
low PPI VR looks like putting your face against a CRT
We can only dream
JoshuaJSlone
Member
If they wanted, they could probably still do this stuff by way of Twitter or whatever, though of course it would be less under their control. It asks "Do you want to leave a message about blablabla?", lets you leave some text and a drawing, gives it a hashtag or two with metadata (#nsmbu #stage3-3). Later game can search for those tags, load up any text or images that match the appropriate dimensions/colors/whatever.
8-bit VR.
But actually the answer doesn't say you can play VR on the current Switch, just that it's powerful enough.
which is also questionable, but I guess some simplistic games could run on it
test_account
XP-39C²
Nice interview, doesnt feel like just simple PR speak. I also like that he gives data for some of the games' performances.
I use it basically every day on my PS4. Using it to browse GAF, Youtube and other websites that i frequently visit. Nice to have it available on the TV easy.
forknknife
Banned
I freaking looooved this interview! Full of hoe!
Schnozberry
Member
Yeah, I launched the PS4 browser a couple of times, only to say fuck it when I realized I had to enter all the text with the PS4 software keyboard. It was faster to go grab my phone out of my coat.
Shang
Member
what the fuck are you talking about