MavericK
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I have been playing the shit out of Stardew Valley, but I wouldn't say that's a system seller. Plus it's on PC with mods, but the portable aspect is perfect for this type of game.
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Hey everyone. Just picked up a switch last night and I really need some recommendations from folks who have big hands. I 98% of the time will be using the Switch as a portable. I don't intend on ever removing the Joy-cons. That being said, I bought Skyrim and Super Mario Odyssey last night and after playing Skyrim for a while my right hand and thumb were quite sore. I didn't think the device was as small as it is, but I could really use some advice. That right joystick is a huge huge pain in the ass to use. I almost have to tilt the entire console to the left so that the right joystick is farther up so I can use it. It's really bothersome. I purchased this thing to see if it helps, but I am looking for other alternatives because I am not returning the Switch b/c I like it too much but I need to find something that increases the bulk (I know that sounds crazy) of the Switch in portable mode so I can play it comfortably.
Thanks!
You might not have thought about this is that you prolly played to long in a stressful position . If you can't find any solution dial back the period you are playing for and take breaks. Or else you might be forced to play it with a bigger controller using the kick stand ...
I played for 10 minutes.
Hey everyone. Just picked up a switch last night and I really need some recommendations from folks who have big hands. I 98% of the time will be using the Switch as a portable. I don't intend on ever removing the Joy-cons. That being said, I bought Skyrim and Super Mario Odyssey last night and after playing Skyrim for a while my right hand and thumb were quite sore. I didn't think the device was as small as it is, but I could really use some advice. That right joystick is a huge huge pain in the ass to use. I almost have to tilt the entire console to the left so that the right joystick is farther up so I can use it. It's really bothersome. I purchased this thing to see if it helps, but I am looking for other alternatives because I am not returning the Switch b/c I like it too much but I need to find something that increases the bulk (I know that sounds crazy) of the Switch in portable mode so I can play it comfortably.
Thanks!
I agree with Pieter3dnow that you should try either using the kickstand with the Joycons disconnected or a Pro controller. I get the same kind of discomfort when trying to use it as a handheld, especially with games like Mario Kart.I played for 10 minutes.
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I agree with Pieter3dnow that you should try either using the kickstand with the Joycons disconnected or a Pro controller. I get the same kind of discomfort when trying to use it as a handheld, especially with games like Mario Kart.
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Estimated Release: October 2017.
Looks at watch and almost December.
Look at "Update" section and first thing I see is "Sorry for the delay."
..so um, thanks?
The nintendo game list is still way too short. Splatoon, Mario Kart, Mario and Zelda and that's it. for a 300$+ console.
I have been playing the shit out of Stardew Valley, but I wouldn't say that's a system seller. Plus it's on PC with mods, but the portable aspect is perfect for this type of game.
The game doesn't look that interesting on the face of it, but everyone says it's fun. You may have swayed me to get it.
the first one is sold by copycats, it won't allow you to dock nor it will feel as high quality as the original one.
46$ for a pro controller like grip on the go + roomy hard shell travel case + free shipping is still a hell of a deal despite the numerous delays.
The nintendo game list is still way too short. Splatoon, Mario Kart, Mario and Zelda and that's it. for a 300$+ console.
Yea skyrim, isn't that game a good 10 years old? I don't get the appeal.
Yea skyrim, isn't that game a good 10 years old? I don't get the appeal.
You never play older games?
Anyways, Not everyone has played it. You can play while pooping or riding the bus or lunch break at work.
Lets be honest the real question is are Zelda and mario worth the cost of admission?
I'm old enough to remember a time, when bathroom breaks were boring.
I'm old enough to remember a time, when bathroom breaks were boring.
So, before the original Gameboy came out? I've been taking game systems to the bathroom with me since I was a teenager and got a GBA.
coolest pick-up line dude.... just fyiI've been taking game systems to the bathroom with me since I was a teenager and got a GBA.
So, before the original Gameboy came out? I've been taking game systems to the bathroom with me since I was a teenager and got a GBA.
I assume in this context a GBA is a communicable disease?
I loved the SP. One of my favorite portables.
Got the first one free through origin. Such a great simple game. I’ll definitely buy the second.Steamworld Dig 2 sells ten times as much on Switch as it did on Steam
https://gonintendo.com/stories/2964...ls-nearly-ten-times-as-much-on-switch-than-st
Honestly, I don't know if I mind them focusing more on Switch than 3DS at this point (and this is coming from someone who owns a 3DS and a New 3DS). Every time I pick up the 3DS it just reminds me how much superior the graphics and performance are on the Switch. It still has its place, but if it were phased out over the course of a few years I wouldn't be too sad. The library is already pretty solid at this point and the platform is 6 years old.
- Portable/Home console hybrid. This is a no-brainer. I love the fact that this thing can be taken with you if you are going somewhere, but you can also play on your TV when you are home if you so choose. I personally never dock the Switch because it's always on my night-stand for some before bed gaming, but I have tried it in docked mode and it's great to have this option and a smart design choice for Nintendo. Hopefully this doesn't cannibalize future "3DS" or other portable options from them.
Agreed...I really don't like the Joy-Cons, they don't feel right in my hands. The Pro controller is great, but for max portability you are still stuck with the Joy-Cons.
- Accessories. This kind of falls into a Pro and Con to me, but after buying the Switch with the knowledge i'd mainly be playing in portable mode I realized very quickly that I would not be able to play the Switch the way that it was out the box. My hands are way too big and I needed something for my fingers to hold onto. I have bought 3 underhand grips from Amazon so far for the Switch so my massive hands can use the device, but I am glad there are so many options out there for accessories otherwise using the Switch would have been a huge problem for me. A huge shout out to Nintendo as well for adopting regular MicroSD cards for expand-ability. As any previous or current Vita owner will tell you, that's a really good move on Nintendo's part.
Honestly, I don't know if I mind them focusing more on Switch than 3DS at this point (and this is coming from someone who owns a 3DS and a New 3DS). Every time I pick up the 3DS it just reminds me how much superior the graphics and performance are on the Switch. It still has its place, but if it were phased out over the course of a few years I wouldn't be too sad. The library is already pretty solid at this point and the platform is 6 years old.
Agreed...I really don't like the Joy-Cons, they don't feel right in my hands. The Pro controller is great, but for max portability you are still stuck with the Joy-Cons.
Overall good review, I feel pretty similar. I actually end up using the Switch mostly in the dock, which is not really what I expected when I bought it, but portable is great too.