Nintendo 2017 Year in Review Part 1: January Event, Switch Launch, Zelda, E3 & More! - DISCUSSION

[@capgangchannel6309]

2016: one of the worst years for Nintendo 2017: one of the best years for Nintendo What a change!

[@eggy7346]

Capgang channel I wonder how they'll do next year!

[@Nautilusan]

"Once when you hit bottom, the only way to move is upwards

[@SketchSpooks]

2016 wasn't a bad year. The 3DS sold much more units and the Switch was announced. It was an "alright" year for them You wanna talk about bad years look at 2012

[@ink_blot25]

Hat Kid What happened in 2012? Sorry I forgot

[@yumyum8392]

they tanked a year

[@toddmarshall2925]

My 10-year-old nephew got a Switch for Christmas with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. He loved it. He kept saying stuff like, "Nintendo is actually pretty cool" and "Mario is a lot funner than I thought." It's fun watching a Nintendo fanboy be born!

[@deadmeme1399]

So you can't enjoy and appreciate a video game without being labeled a 'fanboy'?

[@thestormwizard6447]

What’s wrong with being a fanboy? Or fangirl?

[@toddmarshall2925]

I didn't realize the term fanboy was derogatory. All I'm saying is some people have systems that they tend to gravitate to. As someone who gravitates to Nintendo myself it was fun watching my nephew change preferences right before my eyes from Xbox to Nintendo.

[@MrHarry1227]

I bought th Switch for my kids with Mario Kart Deluxe as well, My daughter is 10 , & my 2 sons 8 & 5, Akk 4 of us have been playing together & we are having a blast

[@moarika7378]

Love watching these hour long discussions while eating food

[@xSHAGGSTER]

Dopy XD same

[@labrynianrebel]

Perfect thing to listen to while cleaning my house XD

[@TCMACK]

Dopy I love watching these while playing Splatoon 2.

[@aboi9596]

Love listening to it while playing Smash or grinding in a game.

[@nabbit5574]

Dopy I K R

[@windy4566]

Nintendo’s 2017 was the comeback of a century. Cheers to an awesome 2018 for Nintendo!

[@windy4566]

Same. The only thing I’m (kinda) worried about is the online. Or the stupid lawsuit (if they don’t win I will be in literal rage lmao). Nintendo is back, and I’m so happy they are.

[@LoomDoom]

Therealwindwaker 1738 For as long as I have been a fan, this is one of Nintendo’s greatest years ever. I’ve never seen a year with Nintendo filled with so much positivity and success, it’s truly remarkable! I’m so happy for them!!

[@ShadowRaskolnik]

2017 was the year I decided to go Nintendo only and when my friends told me how I was going to miss out on all future AAA games I felt no real loss. Unless AAA gaming decides to forgo the lootbox/microtransaction trend I'm perfectly fine without 4K visuals.

[@pavlospapanestis2684]

ShadowRaskolnik good choice 😊

[@Vylpes]

2017 is easily one of their best years

[@vikrum6176]

This year was NINTENDOMINATION for sure. I dunno if this will continue, but i will always remember the amazingness of 2017

[@NightFlyStudio]

That Zelda trailer alone sold me on the Switch.

[@eanderson9599]

Ljink the mario odyssey e3 trailer sold me

[@kevinjones1320]

Ljink Zelda, odyssey, splatoon 2 xenoblade, and fire emblem warriors sold me

[@terraghost]

The fact is was portable sold me

[@techmario4761]

Me too. It looked amazing! And BOTW symbolized everything. "Link, we need to switch Hyrule"

[@MrBreada]

2017 was the year of Nintendo, and the Switch was the best console launch of the 2010's.

[@DragonRagovi]

And the best part is that the Switch hasn’t even completed its first year!

[@Terra-enforcer]

Andre is right. Reggie came out and openly said that they announced Prime 4 because they didn’t want backlash from a 3DS only Metroid.

[@acido44]

Fanboys are so obnoxious. They shouldn't feel the need to do that. Now they'll probably get backlash for it taking so long to release.

[@eddymonmon6275]

I use the grip, and it's perfectly fine. In my opinion, the pro controller isn't really necessary. The D pad is one of the main attractions, yet it doesn't work reliably, along with the fact that it's 70 dollars just makes it ehh. I'd say it would be worth it if you're the kinda guy who would play for 16 hours straight, cuz you would need the ergonomics. But for those who play for hour or 2 hour sessions, it wouldn't be worth it. The grip is underrated imo.

[@mx4159]

I think it’s worth it just because of how good of a controller it is. As for the D-pad, it was never a problem for me because when I use d-pads I press the ends of it rather than closer to the base of it. It’s just a habit of mine

[@antoniomiranda7753]

Mine has a problem with the left analogue stick that has no possible fix other than fiscally repairing it. Since there is no Nintendo in my country there is no way to repair it...

[@christyrobinson6266]

I play most games besides Mario Odyssey with the grip, Mario to me, only feels natural with the 2 joy cons. I love the grip! It’s like having a controller. I returned my pro controller

[@capgangchannel6309]

I think its worth it especially for splatoon 2. I cant play that game comfortably with the grip. For zelda and mario the grip is fine though.

[@mechashadow]

The dpad was fixed in the Xenoblade controllers which was kinda late unfortunately

[@waheedabdullah6371]

Giving us Link on a motorcycle(again) and another Mario cereal, 2017 will be a year that'll never be forgotten

[@maxshapiro078]

Waheed Abdullah We got Link on a motorcycle back in 2014

[@donnelwaddledee965]

Maxwell Shapiro College aged Link on a College motorcycle.

[@rayflyers]

André's pull out joke is proof that no matter how old we gamers get, even successful businessmen gamers like him, we are still immature 12-year-olds at heart.

[@mx4159]

RayquazaFlyer that’s extremely generalized

[@MrSerpico145]

Pussy.

[@LuisLEONFC73]

This is one corny comment holy shit. Do you guys ever stop and read what you just wrote?

[@SketchSpooks]

They're businessmen? Neat.

[@ethanhudson2009]

It makes me pretty happy

[@taylorowen2378]

The January Zelda trailer was 👌🏼

[@diccchocolate416]

Taylor Owen lit as fucc boi

[@ATNtalk]

Butternut Squash? Yes please!

[@dragonband9749]

YES PLEASE

[@lilmrb1276]

Where did this meme come from anyway?

[@dragonband9749]

Arlo's game grumps audition

[@sofdri1850]

No thanks.

[@Voltricity435]

LilMRB127 it came from this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4qTm6eCh7msfrs

[@Chase64Cubed]

2017 will go down as one of the best years in gaming. So many awesome games on every platform. Hope 2018 keeps the hype going! Edit: Spelling

[@TheChazzyC]

ARMS was the best fighting game I've ever played in my life. What a fantastic and original game. Too bad it has a huge experience curve until competitive skill kicks in, probably why people left. I hope for a sequel, there were so many content updates its such a big game now, it was good to watch it grow.

[@iownalx23]

would also like a sequel. it did enough.

[@TheChazzyC]

iownalx23 “it did enough” yeah in terms of content it did. I totally fucking understood anyone who didn’t buy the game when it first released because of the lack of content, I’m not stupid, I clearly understand that. But over time the content that’s been released has clearly justified the price tag and selling point. If anyone’s interested in playing competitively or joining the community and getting into ARMS, now is the best time. After the holidays, the community has been extremely active with new players joining. It’s a fantastic game and I hope Bandai Namco and the Mario Kart team can continue this IP and create a sequel

[@maxshapiro078]

All in all, awesome year for Nintendo. A year ago today a lot of people still thought they were dead. Hopefully 2018 is even stronger.

[@ShinobiNintendo]

"Always careful about pulling out" lmao

[@Kain5th]

thought they were gonna leave that alone, but nope lol

[@EmiMac20]

I wish the conference portion of the January event was an annual thing, similar to the Apple Event. It’d always be fun. Because I thought watching the event live was awesome!

[@inklingmario5974]

It insane we're going to be 1 year since the Switch Presentation I remember saying ''what is this a new IP?''' once ARMS was revealed and losing it in the debut of Odyssey hoping it was for launch and when I got my Switch on March 3rd it really made my year time flies.

[@garyconstanza3120]

I could not have asked for a better year or console after what Nintendo did this year with the Switch. Truly, 2017 has been *the* great comeback of Nintendo

[@icedcapplord710]

Ultra Street Fighter II actually sold more than Tekken 7 and Marvel Infinite. That's a feat I cannot ignore

[@iownalx23]

arms sold more than infinite too i think.

[@PIKMINROCK1]

No, USFII sold around 600k if I remember correctly. Tekken 7 sold almost 2 million and Marvel shipped almost 2 million (actual sales around probably 1.2 million). It did well but, not that well.

[@icedcapplord710]

PIKMINROCK1 Sorry, I meant ARMS sold more than Tekken 7, that's what I heard from Obe1 plays anyway.

[@PIKMINROCK1]

He's wrong still since Tekken 7 sold over 2 million by September (and is now approaching 3 million) and ARMS sold only 1.35 million by then. Unless all the new switch owners bought ARMS digitally starting in October, it's pretty likely to be behind. 1.35 million is still pretty respectable for a new IP though

[@erichouston14]

PIKMINROCK1 Arms and USFII sold more than tekken and Marvel in Japan though lol

[@Thatdudejosh9]

My Top Ten Switch Games of 2017 10. Pokken Tournament DX 9. FAST RMX 8. Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle 7. Rocket League 6. Fire Emblem Warriors 5. Super Mario Odyssey 4. Breath of the Wild 3. ARMS 2. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe 1. Xenoblade Chronicles 2 The switch did amazing this year! Can’t wait to see what’s in store for 2018!

[@mx4159]

ARMS before Mario and Zelda...?

[@devilcraft4281]

EspioMetroidNano I would like single player campaigns, but it won't happen. Nintendo confirmed major updates won't be coming ARMS anymore.....sorry.

[@Thatdudejosh9]

Devilcraft 42 Oh no i already knew this ever since it was announced lmao. That’s why i said I hope ARMS gets a sequel with all that stuff. Not to mention, we’re getting an ARMS comic series by Dark Horse, so they might even implement more lore into that too.

[@Yta21]

No Splat2n?

[@KairoMNE]

No Splatoon 2?

[@stuffedcinema7374]

Didn't Reggie say at the beginning of the year "regarding mother 3 talk to me next year"

[@Drewtwo64]

Stuffed Cinema He said that on Jan. 13. A January Direct could happen before that time. We can only hope we get a direct at that time with that game.

[@EvilLucario]

I thought he said that for Metroid? Or did he also say that for Mother 3?

[@Drewtwo64]

Evil Lucario No, he said it for both.

[@EvilLucario]

Oh wow. I'll have to look that up then, because that's pretty exciting.

[@Thatdudejosh9]

Drewtwo hopefully he stays true to his words. I’m not too big on the Earthbound series but it’d be cool to see Mother three finally be localized as Earthbound 2, as well as a sneak peek at Metroid Prime 4. And if this January direct does happen, I’ll remember not to get my expectations high 😂

[@gameraddy9926]

I've been waiting for this video finally GameXplain finally does it!

[@switchspeedster2671]

It's safe to say that Nintendo won this year

[@zed4807]

Yeah

[@xenocrimge6660]

Ps4 had just as many amazing games if not more

[@xenocrimge6660]

Gaming Hero I'm just talking about games released this year for the PS4

[@xenocrimge6660]

Gaming Hero Yes

[@xenocrimge6660]

Question: Do you believe that that is the only deciding factor in whether a game is good or not?

[@Drewtwo64]

2017 has been so good for Nintendo, it’s made me skeptical for 2018. 2018 has a lot to live up to here.

[@lyconxero457]

Both the left joy-con losing connection and the Pro Controller having D-pad issues are known issues that Nintendo can and will repair. My friend experienced both of these issues separately so they sent the controllers in and got them back within a week completely fixed. Also, these issues were resolved in future builds so if you bought a newer version you wouldn't have seen it anyway.

[@orangeapples]

So many people talk about innovation and what makes something a “game changer”. Graphics hit a peak with PS3 and 360. PS4 and XB1 were not graphically impressive on top of what we already got. Nobody was really blown away. The comments we got a lot of were “why couldn’t this be on PS3 or 360?” And the answer was that the games could be on the last gen console. Titanfall and Rise of the Tomb Raider are proof of that. The games look nicer and that’s about it. XB1X is very impressive graphically, but the CPU is hurting it. The fact that the thing can’t maintain 30fps is proof of that. The graphics chase is kind of the expected way to go. Nintendo Switch on the other hand is more powerful than the 360 and it’s portable. Graphically it is acceptable and there are so many options. Play it on TV, play it in handheld in a car, play it tabletop mode on a fuckin plane. Why the hell would I buy a game for TV play when I could get the version that lets me play anywhere in the world? Is the Switch perfect? No. Nintendo should have gone with the Tegra X2 chip instead of the X1 and there would have been far less compromises in the graphical power and possibly a better battery life. Biggest problem i have with the console is that the only charge port on the bottom meaning you can’t charge while in tabletop mode. There should have been a secondary charge port on the top or on the back. There are more hiccups, but despite all of that, I’d still say Nintendo Switch is a game changer. NEW Nintendo Switch will probably use the X2 chip and might have that secondary charge port. If it does become a thing following the 3DS line then I am going to get that thing as soon as I can.

[@chrisdakotamartin5123]

Here we go! I love these year in review discussions!

[@Caolan114]

Wait the developer for Arms is a gamexplain fan?? And he speaks japanese? Thats insane!

[@diccchocolate416]

Caolan Robinson I think you mean LORD MR YABUKI

[@Caolan114]

Im not that in touch with the arms community but i saw him at the nintendo world championships

[@capitol._reef362]

Do a 2018 hopes and predictions discussion!

[@supersonicbro]

Ryan Clay oh I'm sure they will, especially with the direct coming up next month hopefully

[@Seaphron]

That'll be next week.

[@ytgjay1308]

I hope and also why is everyone saying January direct its not confirmed. Although its very likely.

[@windy4566]

It’s almost certain there’ll be a direct. Just don’t have expectations (like me, because we know every stream is populated by idiots that just want smash). Don’t get me wrong, I want smash too, but it will come, it’s just a matter of WHEN.

[@unknownuser3000]

You guys have one of the best channels on KZbin. Your positivity, kind nature, and knowledge of gaming has came a long way in terms of other content available in regards to gaming. I will keep coming back and multiple times throughout the year your glowing recommendations caused me to purchase games before the video even finished. Thank you for everything. It really means a lot to some of us out there that you continue to have a positive uplifting attitude about the industry.

[@PenguinSensei]

I am careful, tender and loving with my Switch... but I noticed scratches on the sides of the screen within a couple months of getting it. I feel like I'm starting to see an extremely slight warping of the system, too... just want to say that these are not made up problems.

[@b4ulaf]

Thanks for another amazing year of videos! I love what you do, and y’all put a smile on my face. I’m a proud Patreon supporter of this channel.

[@sixtocortescastaneda4169]

30:50 I have a standard black Pro Controller that I received for Christmas, and the D-pad was updated with the enhanced central pivot.

[@zachary9385]

I'm excited for the online service because we get Virtual Console games

[@Sen7ience]

Butternut squash? Yes Please!!!

[@CaseyAcevedoSplatoon]

I have a question. Are we ever going to get a spoiler discussion for Xenoblade Chronicles 2?

[@supersonicbro]

Casey Acevedo Derrick said that he wants to do that but doesn't know when.

[@CaseyAcevedoSplatoon]

supersonicbro When did he say that? I must have not caught that.

[@EmiMac20]

Not unless they get a 100% completion.

[@sephroark]

You know what I'm pissed about? That holder thingy for the switch that was shown in that Mario kart commercial still hasn't been released! You know, that thing you can attach to the back of a seat in a car to hold up the switch for a multiplayer game? Does anybody else remember that...?

[@jacksonlovesnintendo]

I live for these hour discussions.

[@rodster628]

Yes the d-pad on the regular pro controller is flawed for sure. Derrick must have felt the pain in xenoblade chronicles 2 by switching the wrong blades due to the d-pad.

[@Yeehaw9455]

rodster628 Yeah the d-pad really sucks.

[@thekickassman100]

Nintendo was like an rko outta nowhere in 2017

[@Red-np7wb]

Yeah lol

[@gamecubeguy01]

Who would’ve thought 2017 was going to be an amazing year for the big N. Good job, Nintendo, on coming back from Wii U!

[@cristobaldiazbravo6715]

guys you forgot to mention the next mainline pokemon title for the switch! i mean regardless of if it ends being somehow bad, it is still huge as all hell.

[@LayeredGamer]

VGChartz is ONLY physical. Nintendo literally said Arms sold 1.35m by the end of September. Will probably be over 1.5m by the end of 2017!

[@TheChazzyC]

thats outdated. Physical sales were announced as 1.75 a month ago. People mainly bought digital. I expect it sold 3 million. Is that a crazy number, fuck no. ARMS almost made it to the top 5 best selling Switch games ever, but got knocked to 6th from Mario + Rabbids. With this in mind, its literally impossible that it didn't make above 3 million.

[@LoomDoom]

No VGChartz is just *inaccurate in general* . They don’t have any credible information. The people there just make estimates based on what some of their friends in the retail business tell them. Nintendo’s financial reports and when they make individual updates on sales are the only credible information!

[@Adam_Zielinski]

TheChazzyC I doubt that. 3 million? That's just plain fucking ridiculous, I doubt it got to 2 million yet

[@LoomDoom]

Great discussion guys. I just want to say that if you guys are going to use any sales data, use Nintendo’s financial reports. Literally search “Nintendo financial report” on google and then click on their investor relations information site. It has everything updated for each quarter (Right now as of Sept. 30th). I know they’re a little outdated but they’re concrete numbers and they still give you a good idea of everything. It’s 1000% better than VGCharts that fabricates their numbers!

[@un-inkpressivevideos9541]

probably just me but i do hope arms gets a sequel i don't know why but i prefer this game over splatoon 2 i even played it as much as zelda but that is just my opinion and i hope they improve on the 'story mode' and what to do with the coins when you already have all the arms

[@Sonickeyblade00]

Never tire of these videos. NEVER.

[@NepBeard]

Thinking about it more, it made sense that Nintendo didn’t pack 1-2 Switch with the box. People that are tired of motion controls would maybe play it once, while people who still like them are willing to buy them, meaning more money for Nintendo.

[@GatheringHall]

Andre my man, I feel like me and you could be best buddies. The comment Derrick made about how he carefully pulls out, I was like "hahaha...I'm so juvenile." AND THEN YOU MADE THE EXACT JOKE I WOULD HAVE MADE. I love this channel you guys. There are very few channels that I would watch someone talk about any subject for an hour long.

[@GameXplain]

+DarkeraStudios Aww thanks so much. And lucky for you, we have several more hour+ discussions coming your way;

[@frffreport]

When the Arms test punch and splatoon had their demos they need to allow us to play longer than 2 hour sessions I got lag issues during these times and never got a chance to really get a feel for the games Could have sold me on them if the demo was just a full day thing

[@TheChazzyC]

i recommend both now. ARMS has had huge fucking updates bring new content characters, modes, achievement systems, weapons, stages, etc. Splatoon 2, added a new mode, but a shit ton of weapons and stages. Both are fantastic and joyful 1st party new Nintendo IPs, I 100% recommend them. You know, unless you don't care for either fighting games or team based shooters as a genre, then don't.

[@roll3886]

Arms had global test punch weekends later after launch where you could play as much as you want from Friday to Sunday. That's what really sold me on Arms.

[@MegaNerdX]

Being huge into fighting games I, didn't feel arms when it got revealed other than being kinda intrigued. Once the test Punch came out for online & then after I went to a Nintendo event and got to play it locally with people, I dug it even more! Then it came out, I got it day one and have been hooked ever since!

[@TheOceanblue62]

Love the discussions guys!

[@penandtag]

Hope we'll get a Nintendo Direct in January. Would be a great way to start of gaming in 2018 xD

[@KaylaKris104]

penandtag2 they usually do so I'd bet on it. I want more info on octopath and FE switch.

[@DrCorndog1]

I was considering cancelling my Switch pre-order, especially after the lackluster January presentation. Within a few days of getting my Switch, it had not only become one of my favorite consoles, it actually made me believe that consoles can have a place in this day and age.

[@Bawk_Bawk]

I absolutely LOVED Mighty Gunvolt Burst!

[@scalicali8073]

My games for Switch in 2017 are Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Lego City Undercover, ARMS, Splatoon 2, Fast RMX, Super Mario Odissey and Doom. Since I got a Switch I played in it more than 2000+ hours and my ps4, even though I still play in it, is basically collecting dust

[@queenskid7987]

Kinda intresting how the Wii and wii u are look at as toy designed but forget that the N64 and gamecube were even more toy like despite those systems getting loved by gammers. The Switch is pretty sleek but it has that colorful toy like design of classic Nintendo consoles like the snes.

[@simenstory3321]

Such an interesting video! Keep 'em coming guys!

[@darkipedia4348]

Hey! Will you be making a predictions video for 2018?

[@darkipedia4348]

Ayy cheers

[@corrinflakes9659]

46:33 What about Kid Icarus: Uprising, that sold above a million units, and Sakurai said he's not interested in making a sequel.

[@fuyo5156]

Got my Switch for Christmas, don't have any games on it yet, and I already love it

[@FG-ls6xj]

Love intro music 🎶

[@christahphur]

At 29:50 the issue he talks about is one I have also!!! When I press right on the d-pad it at times doesn’t register or thinks I’m pushing up so... cmon Nintendo!

[@ryanmorrow1932]

I feel like the Switch's launch titles Breath of the Wild (which won Game of the year) is a gorgeous game and Mario Odyssey where you nó longer get a game over screen kinda makes me feel worried if the next 3d Mario game will carry over the no game over screens and just have 10 coins or whatever they decide to do with it Sonic Mania on the Switch looks amazing even on a low powerful console its like it was made for it

[@bunnyfreakz]

2015 and 2016 was so grim, then Iwata passed away. 2017 is year of Nintendo. It's victory for us gamers to keep supporting them even in bad times.

[@FistOfFiori]

25:15 onwards for a bit: Zelda being a goodbye to WiiU and launching the Switch really reminds me of the Gamecube/Wii - Gamecube was of course a far more successful console than WiiU and did have a few multi-platform games after, but Twilight Princess basically did the same thing that BOTW has. A simultaneous last big hurrah AND kick-off game.

[@timothybark5357]

As a person who works at a large second hand online game retailer. The Nintendo Wii is still in very high demand. One of our best sellers the last two Christmas seasons. Wii and Motion controls still has a market.

[@SamC77]

Timothy Bark schools and hospitals?

[@timothybark5357]

No, just regular consumers. Our sales are high in the Wii because it is not a super high price point and most of the games are at a lower price point compared to our other system games.

[@ZMYaro]

I am really glad to hear the Pro Controller d-pad issue is not just me. I tried to contact Nintendo support about it, and they did not seem to believe it was an issue, so I just have to play with the Joy-Con L's split d-pad most of the time.

[@theakiwar9118]

I loved this year. Probably the best year in gaming.

[@KanalDerGutenSache]

So, part 1 is Switch, part 2 is 3DS, and part 3 is WiiU, right?

[@Adam_Zielinski]

KanalDerGutenSache I'd say the Wii U may take up two parts...

[@ethanhudson2009]

I have that exact same problem with the switch pro controller’s dpad

[@AVdE10000]

Ok real quick, Ash's review of Mighy Gunvolt Burst convinced me to buy the game and boy am I glad I did. Guch a great game

[@victiniblast]

I have been with Nintendo since 1993. I did go to PS/XB for a few years. But by god, I came back to Nintendo basically full time when I got the Wii in 2006. But regardless of my history. The Nintendo Switch has had an amazing year. God, I hope we get Animal Crossing and Pokemon in 2018.

[@hjames78]

I tried to pre-order a Switch and dumb Amazon messed mine up. But I still got one on launch day at Target!! Stood in the cold for 3 hours for it and it was worth it!

[@DryBones271]

So next year we'll get Yoshi, Kirby possibly the new Pokémon game, and Metoid 4.

[@knifedad8124]

and fire emblem possibly

[@ImperishableDani]

Its really interesting to see a lot of people drop off from ARMS because I still love it quite a bit, and there are some days where I prefer it over Smash Bros. The simplicity of the combat system and the vast amount of ARM combinations you can have makes for some great mindgames between players, and thats what always brings me back to it. Overcoming a players winning strategy is a great feeling. I also feel the updates are great, and for someone who hasnt played Splatoon, its amazing to see this game expand this much all for free. I personally feel ARMS is one of the better competitive games Nintendo has ever made, and it is one of my personal favorites of the year.

[@akaimizu1]

Surprised they didn’t mention the E3 announcement of a core Pokémon title for the Switch. You just can’t understate that one. Also, Mighty Gunvolt Burst is awesome. The mechanic for which you build, configure, and store firing/movement systems for your character based on points and items earned through progression was great. It’s a Megaman-style game that really comes into its own with that feature.

[@bgmarts1320]

I did have the scratching problem despite my best efforts (warped dock) but a cheap glass protector prevents issues just fine

[@eggy7346]

My vague review: It was... amazing!

[@pilotmemes]

Mighty Gunvolt Burst is one of my most played indie game of last year.

[@SuperDeano1000]

I was as careful as possible with my Switch, as I am with all consoles, especially new ones, and the dock definitely scratched the screen. I never had any issues with the joycons, though!

[@Yeehaw9455]

Same here l take my Switch out and put it in as slowly and carefully as possible but it has multiple scratches. Sadly l'm unlucky and have the left Joycon connection issue and the pro controller d-pad issue.

[@THEFEZFEZ]

I love these discussions so much. But would a few bucks for some camera's kill you guys? I would love to actually 'watch' your conversations!

[@samhughes711]

I still get the left joycon issue...

[@happy7645]

Sam Hughes Same, it sucks when I'm playing splatoon.

[@vortexluigirosalina5557]

Sam Hughes my joy cons can slip out so easily

[@1JAM229]

Sam Hughes Me too.

[@nickiminajonetta6167]

Sam Hughes Me too :(

[@plantjegames7480]

Maybe there's something between the controller and the console, for example if you hold it behind your back you can easily see that there is a bad connection with the analog stick test in the settings.

[@tyler4068]

I’m excited for Kirby since I remember asking for Kirby every Christmas and then playing it with my dad

[@Kamapixel]

My Top 3 games of the year were Switch games (BOTW, Mario Odyssey, and Xenoblade Chronicles 2). That's a good year for sure.

[@thierry8978]

The Nintendo font in the video is a nice touch. :]

[@ianloree2784]

I totally agree with Andre when it comes to ARMS.

[@randyvl95]

Lol you killed me with that intro

[@erickmaverick3128]

I hope there's another January Presentation/Direct next year.

[@therobotchickenMLP]

The pro controller has the same issue as the Wii U's d-pad (game pad, and pro controller). It's too squishy. Why can't we have a clicky d-pad like what the 3DS has? 38:27 I thought he said "Oshawott", but he was trying to say "assuaged". uh-swayjd

[@gamebomber1tv270]

My top 6 Nintendo Switch Games Least Favorite to best favorite (6-1) 6. Ultra Street Fighter 2 5. Skyrim 4. Rayman Legends 3. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe 2. Splatoon 2 1. Super Mario Odyssey WHAT A GREAT YEAR FOR NINTENDO!!!!

[@jaredkhan8743]

Mario Odyssey, and ESPECIALLY botw and xenoblade chronicles 2 (can't choose ;-;) are by far my highlights of this year.

[@pilotmemes]

I got mine launch night at Best Buy by just getting there a few hours earlier, also.

[@JoseLuiz-mp8jl]

Did they forget Kirby and Yoshi in E3?

[@LoomDoom]

José Luiz Dantas Jr. yes they did and the Pokémon announcement. Nintendo’s E3 2017 was amazing, GX left out some big announcements! Maybe that’s in the second part...

[@Soandnb]

42:33 shame on you Andre, you missed the perfect opportunity for a hilarious boxing pun.

[@kaistephens2694]

2017: a truly great year for gaming Mario Odyessy!(mario odd-yesy) Cuphead! Xenoblade chronichles 2! Splatoon 2! Zelda BOTW! Samus, Sonic, and Bomberman return in amazing games!

[@SwordgunnerM92]

I will easily say that this is the first time since the gamecube era where I am very pleased over Nintendo. While the Wii/3DS/DS were good, I wasn't much of a fan over their gimmick and I didn't liked the Wii U that much. The switch however is a perfect console for Nintendo and the execution is a huge success for them along with their games this year. Congratulations to Nintendo for a huge success in 2017