Social Swamp's Social Thread 3 - And now, the end is near, and so I face the final curtain...

[IceBreakerXY]

I'm not sure if you guys ever saw this video.

But the Funhaus guys are easily one of the best news sources around, and their video on NX patents on The Know is well worth a watch. They're hilarious but also know a lot when it comes to this stuff. So I recommend watching it. It certainly got me excited for the NX.

I know they know there talking about.But man its hard to take them seriously after watching them for years on machima

 

[Soul.]

This. I do wonder if Smash Bros helped inspired NX's direction. Developing Smash Bros for both 3DS and Wii U sounded like a nightmare from the things we were told a while back.


That is such a bad idea in terms of costs. Handhelds are suppose to be cheap for accessibility. The price was one of the 3DS's problems. If the NX console is a hybrid with specs, then the handheld has to be far above Wii U power (assuming the console is a big leap over Wii U) and I don't think that's something doable anytime soon.

It's possible it might have considering the different architectures on the systems. In previous presentations uploaded by Nintendo they've expressed interest in porting games from system to system easily, as "porting games from Wii to 3DS and 3DS to Wii U or vice versa" was quite the task

It's also obvious they'll have their exclusives but what will make everything look easy is the easier development thing.

So if that results in both future platforms having the same architecture, and having 2 versions of Smash again, that's one more reason to be glad handheld Smash exists KappaRoss

 

[Naoshi]

It's possible it might have considering the different architectures on the systems. In previous presentations uploaded by Nintendo they've expressed interest in porting games from system to system easily, as "porting games from Wii to 3DS and 3DS to Wii U or vice versa" was quite the task

It's also obvious they'll have their exclusives but what will make everything look easy is the easier development thing.

So if that results in both future platforms having the same architecture, and having 2 versions of Smash again, that's one more reason to be glad handheld Smash exists KappaRoss

Not to mention, developers only need to learn how to developer for a system once if they both use the same architecture. This is a big deal for (both 1st and 3rd party) developers that makes games for both console and handhelds.

 

[Dravidian]

Why would you actively wish for something to not get localized? I'm sorry, but that's just dumb. You don't have tp play it, no one is forcing you to buy it, so why should someone else have to miss out on something that they like?

I have mixed feelings about both those mind sets. I agree with you over all but I can think of things that I personally feel shouldnt be sold at all even is some find it enjoyable: people, non-medical drugs, lives(wet work), etc.

Again, while I overall agree, I personally believe that whether or not something should be sold depends on how it affects people, the representation of people, and their feelings as a whole. I can't just say "someone out there enjoys it so it's 100% fine", but at the same time I won't say "I don't like it so it shouldnt be sold."

I personally think Senran Kagura gets a pass, but just barely. It's pandering and overly sexual to the point of being tasteless or even trashy imo, but it's presentation is so goofy, unrealistic, and over the top that any reasonable person cant take it as a serious representation of people or a even a persons thoughts. The fact that it's so difficult to take seriously is the only reason to give it a pass, but it's right on the edge of the "this shouldnt exist" line imo, so I also understand how some people dont think the game should exist though I dont necessarily agree.

 

[Chrono.]

It's funny though cuz the name "NX" means jack****, according to Kimishima.

 

[Scamper52596]

Hey, guys. I'm going to do something I've never done and show off this new indie game coming to Steam early next year. It's made by LakeFeperd (The guy who created the Sonic fan games Before & After the Sequel), and he just released a new trailer for the game last night. It's all about high speed platforming similar to Freedom Planet, so I figured that those of you who enjoyed that game or get a kick out of Classic Sonic type of game play might be interested in checking it out.

 

[epicmartin7]

So... Project M has appeared in the Steam database.

 

[Naoshi]

Hey, guys. I'm going to do something I've never done and show off this new indie game coming to Steam early next year. It's made by LakeFeperd (The guy who created the Sonic fan games Before & After the Sequel), and he just released a new trailer for the game last night. It's all about high speed platforming similar to Freedom Planet, so I figured that those of you who enjoyed that game or get a kick out of Classic Sonic type of game play might be interested in checking it out.

Yep, backed that game during its kickstarter phase. I think the graphics could need a lot of polishing though, Lake's sprite work always feels rough. Game looks fun for sure though!

So... Project M has appeared in the Steam database.

Wtf? Why is that there?

 

[CyberHyperPhoenix]

So... Project M has appeared in the Steam database.

This is either a troll or a placeholder name for a game.

I dunno why they'd name it like that if its not a troll

 

[Baskerville]

Wait so making an account in GAF can take months?

You don't just register and that's it?

Yep. Made an account over year ago. Yes, over a year ago and still not allowed to post.

 

[Chrono.]

So... Project M has appeared in the Steam database.

20 bucks says it's some random game that has the same name.

 

[A Distant Demon]

So... Project M has appeared in the Steam database.

it's obviously not going to be a real thing but this is still kind of funny. Or maybe it is another game that just so happens to be called PM lol.




I care far less for what the NX is than what the games are and how they play. If the gimmick isn't super obnoxious and the games play fine I could not give less of a crap about the name, the shape, or the execution.

 

[JamesDNaux]

I still think judging fiction by the standards of real life is ludicrous and vice versa. Isn't the entire point of fiction to escape from reality? Are overly fanservicey things absurd? Yeah, that's intentional. I get people being upset over something like Fire Emblem suddenly being pumped with fanservice, but now we're going after games that were made with the sole purpose of fanservice?

This is why we can't have nice things.

Hey, guys. I'm going to do something I've never done and show off this new indie game coming to Steam early next year.

...When did Sonic and Marx have a baby?

 

[Naoshi]

Yep. Made an account over year ago. Yes, over a year ago and still not allowed to post.

You can tweet to or contact a mod for approval. Accounts sometimes get overlooked in the process.

Although I had to wait a full year for mines to be approved but that was back in 2011. I heard approval is way faster now on average.

...But with that said, the forum is not very good these days. Like any other gaming forum, it's riddled with stupid posters with some small quality communities here and there.

...When did Sonic and Marx have a baby?

Can't unsee LOL

 

[epicmartin7]

I don't really think the Project M codename means much. It could just be about any type of game. So, it's probably nothing.

Although, the pipe dream side of me says Nintendo will announce tommorow that they are going to officially endorse mods and have Steam host them. I think we can all agree though that this is probably nothing more than a fanboy's wet dream and will never even see the light of day and/or existence lol.

 

[Guybrush20X6]

Hey, guys. I'm going to do something I've never done and show off this new indie game coming to Steam early next year. It's made by LakeFeperd (The guy who created the Sonic fan games Before & After the Sequel), and he just released a new trailer for the game last night. It's all about high speed platforming similar to Freedom Planet, so I figured that those of you who enjoyed that game or get a kick out of Classic Sonic type of game play might be interested in checking it out.

Oh yeah I remember that game. Sonic is in a bit of weird position as it gets indie semi-sequels but unlike Bloodstained and Mighty No. 9 it's not by the original devs while the franchise is held by the publisher, it's done by fan game makers who've honed their craft enough to try and make their own thing... albeit with suspiciously hedgehog looking protagonists.

 

[Baskerville]

You can tweet to or contact a mod for approval. Accounts sometimes get overlooked in the process.

Although I had to wait a full year for mines to be approved but that was back in 2011. I heard approval is way faster now on average.

...But with that said, the forum is not very good these days. Like any other gaming forum, it's riddled with stupid posters with some small quality communities here and there.


Can't unsee LOL

I'm not gonna bother, especially after going in some of the Street Fighter threads and others.

 

[Champ Gold]

So anything I missed?

 

[Substitution]

Hey, guys. I'm going to do something I've never done and show off this new indie game coming to Steam early next year. It's made by LakeFeperd (The guy who created the Sonic fan games Before & After the Sequel), and he just released a new trailer for the game last night. It's all about high speed platforming similar to Freedom Planet, so I figured that those of you who enjoyed that game or get a kick out of Classic Sonic type of game play might be interested in checking it out.

I don't know... I mean, what's the difference between this and Sonic? 'Cause to me it looks very similar to the hedgehog.

 

[Naoshi]

Oh yeah I remember that game. Sonic is in a bit of weird position as it gets indie semi-sequels but unlike Bloodstained and Mighty No. 9 it's not by the original devs while the franchise is held by the publisher, it's done by fan game makers who've honed their craft enough to try and make their own thing... albeit with suspiciously hedgehog looking protagonists.

The crazy part is that the one released so far (Freedom Planet) is arguably one of the best Sonic games.

I don't know... I mean, what's the difference between this and Sonic? 'Cause to me it looks very similar to the hedgehog.

Going by the demo I've played. There are no rings and items from the Sonic games. You instead rely on health bars, and you attack with some sort of combat instead of jumping onto enemies.


You also gain different power/abilities, but I forgot exactly how.

 

[Guybrush20X6]

Seems both Spark and Freedom Planet use health bars instead of Rings.

The Ring health system was a big part of Sonic's game flow. In Mario when you get hit you either die or lose your power-up, sompletely altering your way to deal with further challenges. In Sonic your "health" is scattered for you to recover. Devastating from a high score and life get point of view but very forgiving for keeping gameplay going.

Playing Freedom Planet, because of the health bar I felt the enemies lacked as much threat and impact as they had in Sonic as you can just tank a few hits. To compensate you have multiple attack options and enemies don't have collision damage. I wonder how Spark will feel in action.

 

[SegaNintendoUbisoft]

Spark looks interesting, but something about it looks a little rough around the edges. I'll keep my eye on it.

 

[CyberHyperPhoenix]

TIL Terraria is coming out on the 3DS the 10th of December.


Lucky I don't have a 3DS, wanting to get that and Fast Racing Neo on the same day would be a big time nuisance >_>

 

[Parallel_Falchion]

I like Hyperdimension Neptunia.

Apparently not a popular opinion.

(Yeah this is like 15 pages old now but I was busy)

 

[Senselessbreak]

After months of waiting, my NeoGaf accounted got validated, so now I can post there. :D

Enjoy your account

Spoiler

for like a week. seriously, they give out bans to new users just for pure pleasure.

 

[NintenZ]

I never thought anything could top Breadwinners... But it's been topped... I literally just saw the worst show I've ever seen in my life.

 

[Wario Bros.]

I never thought anything could top Breadwinners... But it's been topped... I literally just saw the worst show I've ever seen in my life.

Pig Goat Banana Cricket, I presume?

 

[NintenZ]

Pig Goat Banana Cricket, I presume?

Yep. What is going on over at Nick anyways? Do they want to fail?

 

[Frostwraith]

Ehh, the anime industry makes me think it's more a majority. The otaku culture is pretty prevalent in Japan.

Not quite.

Otaku can be looked down upon in Japan as much as they are in the West, if not more.

However, I should note that, whereas we Westerners use the word "otaku" to describe hardcore/obsessive fans of Japanese media, the word "otaku" has a slightly different meaning over there: it means someone obsessed with a particular interest, not just anime. I remember reading something about Iwata in which claimed that he "would be considered an otaku nowadays" (due to his passionate interest in programming and software design).

Basically a more equivalent term to us would be nerd or geek. (Tagging @PushDustIn here for some input.)

However, you could say the percentage of (anime/manga/video game) otaku in Japan is bigger than in the West for higher exposure. They're a bigger minority, but still a minority. Nevertheless, it's significant enough so that companies can exclusively exclusively target that niche and secure an audience.

Of note is that people of all ages in Japan read manga, so it's not a niche market over there. There's all sorts of manga spanning multiple literary genres with different degrees of maturity and art styles. There are even manga series aimed at elderly people!

AFAIK, I think that anime doesn't have the same kind of broad appeal as manga, being more primarily aimed at younger audiences, but there's animation targeted at older and niche audiences, usually broadcast at late night and/or on less accessible TV channels (satellite and such).

After months of waiting, my NeoGaf accounted got validated, so now I can post there. :D

Let's see how long will you last, then.

 

[A Distant Demon]

Pig Goat Banana Cricket

Is that actually a name?
*looks it up*

That is the most unoriginal name aNd most random cast of characters I have ever seen. . .

 

[Wario Bros.]

Yep. What is going on over at Nick anyways? Do they want to fail?

Yeah, easily the most cancerous "show" I've ever seen.

I don't know what's worse: someone thought this was remotely good, or someone picking up the show for a series.

 

[Swamp Sensei]

Is that actually a name?
*looks it up*

That is the most unoriginal name ad most random cast of characters I have ever seen. . .

That is terrifying.

Is the writing worse than the designs?

 

[Wario Bros.]

That is terrifying.

Is the writing worse than the designs?

Oh, you have no ****ing idea how worse the writing is, mate...

 

[Kenith]

Is that actually a name?
*looks it up*

That is the most unoriginal name ad most random cast of characters I have ever seen. . .

This is the trend of shows that rely on being for their "humour" instead of actually putting any effort into writing.
AKA the "LOL RAINBOW SCORPION MONKEYS THAT MAKES NO SENSE LMAO" kind of people.

They lack heart and are just plain cringeworthy.
Here's a prime example of this kind of show:

LOL GIANT REALISTIC FLYING TIGERS

 

[Swamp Sensei]

Oh, you have no ****ing idea how worse the writing is, mate...

Give me some examples.

 

[Strofirko]

Is that actually a name?
*looks it up*

That is the most unoriginal name aNd most random cast of characters I have ever seen. . .

A great way to bastardize an artstyle.

 

[Wario Bros.]

This is the trend of shows that rely on being for their "humour" instead of actually putting any effort into writing.
AKA the "LOL RAINBOW SCORPION MONKEYS THAT MAKES NO SENSE LMAO" kind of people.

They lack heart and are just plain cringeworthy.
Here's a prime example of this kind of show:

LOL GIANT REALISTIC FLYING TIGERS

I'd watch a 24 hour marathon of Uncle Grandpa before I'd watch a half-hour of Pig Goat Banana Cricket.

UG is somewhat bearable, PGBC isn't.

 

[Fenriraga]

Well, I don't see Cloud happening any time this week, so back to Starforce love.

...I need a Christmas Hat too, but I ain't got no shoppin skills.

 

[Rie Sonomura]

While on the subject of bad cartoons:

Nothing can be worse than Pickle and Peanut. Oh wait, there is one thing worse: Problem Solverz.

It's times like this I really miss stuff like Danny Phantom and The Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy. I guess those had good runs though and didn't want to be run into the ground.

 

[Deleted member]

"[Iwata] would be considered an otaku nowadays"

I can't believe Iwata was a ****ing weeb
Smh :/

Is that actually a name?
*looks it up*

That is the most unoriginal name aNd most random cast of characters I have ever seen. . .

I can't believe they are literally a pig, a goat, a banana and a cricket