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The Biggest Reason Why Captain Toad is Totally Awesome

Twinfinite writes, "As you've seen in the trailer, this will be a 3D exploration game rather than a platformer, which sounds like a hell of a lot of fun. The lack of platforming seems to be an odd choice at first, but the reason for it is so hilariously simple that I can't help but fall in love with him all over again."

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Reeze4369d ago

I AM SO HAPPY THAT TOAD IS FINALLY GETTING HIS OWN MODERN GAME!

He can't jump, but that's easy to overlook when it's TOAD!!

My prayers have been answered!

randomass1714369d ago

I'm actually totally behind this. The minigame version in 3D World was really fun and if the price is fair I'd totally buy a full game version. :)

Basedpheng4369d ago

Something something shroom season.

Aceman184369d ago

This, Zelda and X were the only games that excited me from today showing

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Nintendo finally explains what free upgrades do for Switch games on Switch 2

All 12 games are getting different upgrades. Some get full visual and frame rate enhancements, while others get GameShare support only.

darthv72371d ago

hmm... those improvements for the zelda games is kinda weak. I was expecting improved frame rate, or at the very least more stable. Sad there is nothing for Paper Mario, that one could use a 60fps mode like the original GC version.

ocelot07371d ago

Both Zelda games both run at 1440p and 60fps now. On the switch they both play at 30fps.

--Onilink--371d ago

The main issue will be if they don’t remove the double buffer vsync in them.

Yes, they are technically already 60fps capped, but that vsync setup means even a single dropped frame below 60 sends it to 30fps.

Now if they are also increasing the resolution and visuals in the game, unless there is a pretty significant overhead, which is still likely but not fully understood due to the unknowns of the “emulation” setup, if the 1% lows in the game still drop it every now and then anywhere below 60, they will still end up having massive stuttering drops from 60 to 30fps.

Profchaos370d ago

He's talking about link's awakening and echos of wisdom not breath or tears

Tacoboto371d ago

The two Zeldas - EoW and LA - already run with a 60fps cap. I would hope they're not mentioning improved frame rate because it's just assumed that the Switch 2 will smooth out the drops.

Whereas the specific callouts for Bowser's Fury and Pokémon indicate a raise from 30fps to 60fps.

jznrpg371d ago

Disappointing. Not many games with not much in upgrades.

Tacoboto371d ago

So... They're not gonna do anything with that Xenoblade Chronicles X 60fps mode, huh?

CDbiggen371d ago (Edited 371d ago )

12 is a bit weak. The whole switch library is in need of a boost. Exclusives like the Xenoblades and Astral Chain would be great to see get a free update. Initially surprised Mario Wonder wasn't on the list, but I imagine they have a paid upgrade planned for that one.

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Nintendo announces Summer Game Sale - Captain Toad, Dragon Quest XI S, more

Nintendo has kicked off a big Summer Game Sale on the North American eShop. Switch owners can save on a bunch of different tiles from both Nintendo and third-parties, including Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze, Dragon Quest XI S, and much more.

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NotoriousWhiz2177d ago

I was waiting for dq11 sale. Might be time to buy.

deleted2177d ago (Edited 2177d ago )

Took them forever to put it on sale on the US store! It was on sale for the EU store back on the New Years sale, and at least 1 other time. I had waited so long, I just knew the minute I dropped $60 on it, it would end up going on sale. Took longer than I thought though. I nabbed DQXI S and also DQ Builders 2 last night. Both great games!

I had 7 1/2 hours in the DQXI S demo, so I already knew I loved it. Glad my progress carried over.

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Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker dropped to below $30 on Switch

Amazon has once again discounted the physical version of Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker to $29.99 on the Nintendo Switch.

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