Nintendo in 2017 Discussion - 3DS Games & The End of Wii U + 3DS's Final Year? (Part 1)

[@joshuagunsaulus1281]

That feeling when Gamexplain has like 10 discussions that you haven't listened to, and you know you don't have time to listen to them all. :/They go for weeks without too many discussions and then BAM here are 5 different discussions about the Switch, Switch line-up, Wii U, 3Ds, and more. Dang you Gamexplain for your amazing content! Keep up the awesome work!

[@GameXplain]

+Joshua Gunsaulus :)

[@whoplays7061]

excuse me but mario hoops 3 on 3 was my jam i don see why u guys hate it at 13:42 :(

[@mechashadow]

+Who Plays Y'know..there's nothing wrong with other people disliking what you love. Just keep on marching to your own beat without worrying about validation too much

[@roll3886]

And they're all like 45 minutes long. I get behind too.

[@1JAM229]

Joshua Gunsaulus It's a good thing I don't care for Crash Bandicoot, Final Fantasy XV, Dragon Quest XI, Super Mario Run and Marvel vs. Capcom Infinite. Otherwise, I wouldn't have time either.

[@PedroMatos482]

inb4 "I haven't watched GameXplain since 2016" jokes

[@DevinAK49]

Skyclops23 lol, 100s?

[@mitchelldodd4252]

I haven't watched GameXplain since 2016

[@slenderfoxx3797]

Lol I didn't even know those were a thing

[@bravescholarlys1127]

what I'm looking forward to (updated) -Nintendo Switch release -Zelda Breath of the Wild -Pokemon "Stars" -New Mario game -GameCube VC -Fire Emblem 15 -WiiU Ports -New Metroid -New IP -New Donkey Kong -FE Mobile -Dragon Quest -FFVII Remake -Pikmin 4 -New Kirby -Persona 5 Dual Audio -Sonic Mania -Project Sonic 2017 -New Mario Sports -Potential new F-Zero -New SMT game -Any new J/RPG in general

[@metalgearlamia9958]

Kinu FoxySpirit great new list!

[@bravescholarlys1127]

MetalGear Lamia I'd put Kid Icarus Uprising 2 but that's a very slim chance.....

[@schaefer76]

Kinu FoxySpirit What about the FFVII remake?

[@bravescholarlys1127]

Just another Hank Hill Account damn your right! gotta put that!

[@damarihanson3876]

Kinu FoxySpirit splatoon?

[@lastknight244]

What I'm looking forward to: - Nintendo Switch release - Smash 5/ Smash Switch Version - Zelda Breath of the Wild - Splatoon 2/ Splatoon Switch Version - New Mario Strikers (maybe) - MK8 remastered/MK9 - New Mario game - New “real“ Metroid (maybe) - GameCube VC - Mario Maker Port - Pokemon Stars (maybe) - New Donkey Kong (maybe)

[@metalgearlamia9958]

Green Shy Guy good list new Fire Emblem and Kirby as well!

[@mbletz3958]

There is a slim chance of Mario Strikers happening, though I really want it to happen...

[@yoadonis5712]

I just want a new animal crossing...

[@masterchief7860]

Wait...*New Donkey Kong?!?!?* Why hasn't anybody told me yet?

[@leonro]

Demon Chibi Virtual Console; it's rumoured to be there at launch

[@TakerKaneanite619]

Prediction for 2017-More Switch Rumours

[@BrightSpark]

And all rumors that end up being true will come from Laura and her sources.

[@ammaralramdhan8214]

+Bright Spark Oh stop it. They're not gonna be true. Laura doesn't have any true sources. It's fake.

[@BrightSpark]

Can't tell if serious or 3D printed.

[@BobCentral]

your proof?

[@xyzqsrbo]

acutally the opposite. 2017 is when we get everything confirmed xD.

[@nlswag81]

I really do appreciate you guys here at gameXplain! Way better than the tiring IGN

[@galarianmike283]

I honestly can't see the hate behind Pikmin 3DS. It's clear to see that it's a spin-off, but I guess there are people who are too stupid to realise that. I understood why Federation Force got so much hate, people wanted a good Metroid game again after Other M, the gameplay was changed and Samus was practically absent. Pikmin 3DS is coming out 4 years after Pikmin 3 (time sure flies), while FF came out (disregarding Other M) 9 years after Prime 3. Pikmin 3DS is a clear spin-off, get it together people!

[@sethstringer1670]

Michael 64 they mentioned that the people who made Yoshi's new island are the same people making pikmin 3ds, so it's not so much hate as it is fear that it's going to be a rehash of the egg-throwing mechanic

[@BrightSpark]

It's made by the people behind Yoshi's New Island, so that apparently makes it bad...?

[@dinar8749]

I agree. If the resources used on pikmin 3ds aren't being taken from developing more big games like breath of the wild, then I don't see the problem at all. Still, despite all that, I was a tiny bit disappointed that the first portable pikmin wasn't a traditional enough entry for fans such as myself. However, there's just no sane reason for anyone to be incredibly angry over this when pikmin 4 is seemingly almost here. And judging by how good pikmin 3 was, even if they play it safe, we're almost guaranteed another good installment.

[@sethstringer1670]

Michael 64 It wouldn't make it bad, but it would make it a copy of Yoshi, and no one wants that

[@millieman76]

Michael 64 People don't understand what spin-off means.

[@GregCaldwellPlays]

Some people are really that ignorant? Nintendo has said the 3ds isn't replacing the DS & look what happened. The game boy advanced isn't getting replaced by the DS & so on. People really need to stop taking Nintendos word as fact. Why should Nintendo have two handhelds on the market? That economical makes no sense whatsoever.

[@morrison215]

At the same time though there has been debate if the Switch will actually be the all in one console due to the issue it faces, like the rumored battery life, the risk of its poor durability which isn't common in Nintendo handhelds, the risk it has to alienating Handheld dev's, among others. As well there is that lovely quote that people through around with several nintendo reps stressing that it is going to be a console first and a handheld second. And even then you have the elephant in the room of the new 3DS being a possible fall back, given they could simply announce all future 3DS games will only be on the new 3DS, giving the console a bit more of life before they really think of what they want to moving forward. I'm not denying that yeah its entirely possible that the Switch will be Nintendo's all in one console, but at the same time you can't deny that they do have some different options as to what they could do. Personally I don't see them trying to phase out the 3DS with the Switch since it sounds like a bad business choice to me personally, given you would be trying to phase out your most successful product in favor of something new that nobody knows if they even really want, much less sell well enough that it would make up for the loss of revenue from the 3DS, but again time will tell what Nintendo has planned.

[@GregCaldwellPlays]

Mellomori so you are going to play Switch undocked for 3 hours straight with no outlet to charge the Switch? Are you living in a 3rd world country?

[@morrison215]

Have you never gone on a trip as a kid by car that took longer then 3 hours? Have taken a flight on a plane for more then three hours? Do you bring a charger with you if you bring your 3DS outside of your home? Yeah if your largely a console gamer, then its not an issue. Your going to be playing on a big screen most of the time and playing games on the go is probably more of a novel feature to you. However the same doesn't apply to people who do a lot more handheld gaming. Three hours isn't nearly enough for someone who actually does do a lot of gaming on the go, as many people before me have expressed. And even then your not really denying my other points and assuming that anyone who doesn't constantly want to sit next to an open outlet to play Pokemon must be from the third world.

[@GregCaldwellPlays]

Mellomori 3 hours is plenty of time; plus the Switch is confirmed to use USB C which charges any device to 100% in under 30 minutes. Plus anyone with a brain cell has a car charger.

[@morrison215]

Again, 3 hours is fine for some, but not others. Yes it can charge fast, which is nice, but what would be better is having a battery that can last long enough that I don't feel like I have to keep the thing plugged in constantly. And yes how lovely that you feel the need to insult people who don't own a car charger given most people don't usually need to charge things in their cars, given most devices can hold a charge for more then three hours. But let's just drop this. Its clear that you and I aren't going to see Eye to eye, so let's stop before we devolve into the usual youtube mindless drivel.

[@geraintjones9355]

I love these discussions!!!

[@PikaLink91]

14:50 I am semi-excited for Poochy in Yoshi's Woolly World, if only because I loved the game on Wii U....but I don't particularly care for my Wii U anymore, so having the game on a system I DO care about, would be nice.

[@VictorADino]

It feels good to wake up and see another discussion uploaded on New Year :3

[@TomPoucherGames]

loving these juicy discussions!

[@davefromaccounting1983]

I havent watched GameExplain since 2016!

[@shrektheogre4349]

Lone Pixel HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! How original!

[@unidentifiedcreature9474]

Shrek The Ogre hahahahaha what an original profile picture!

[@shrektheogre4349]

Fabian Villalobos My profile picture exists to reflect my username, and also the content that I make on KZbin as well.

[@jghays2273]

Fabian Villalobos I don't really see how your profile picture is original...

[@unidentifiedcreature9474]

JG Hays I never SAID it was

[@gamingking82]

All I hope for is a Kid Icarus game for the Switch!

[@gamingking82]

I wish...

[@elijhabishop4554]

gamingking82 me too

[@benhayes1118]

A sequel would be amazing, but port/remake of Uprising would be amazing too. Too few people played it, and the online is great.

[@MrZangetsu468]

gamingking82 Hopefully a proper sequel. Uprising was just okay.

[@kamikazilucas]

man that or a uprising hd would be great

[@aaronlents1959]

I don't want the 3ds to die, but if it does, I'll be fine cause here list of 3ds titles I need/want to play Playing -Paper Jam -FE awakening -Liberation Maiden Have but need to play -Majoras Mask 3D -Bravely Second Want to play -Ever Oasis -Monster Hunter Gen -Lady Layton -Fantasy life (Maybe?) -Kirby Triple Deluxe Have played -FE Fates -ACNL -HHD -Ocarina of Time 3ds -Link Between Worlds -MK7 -Smash 3ds -Dream Team -Kirby Plantlet Robobot If you have any recommendations, feel free to share!

[@XellosNi]

I haven't played it myself, but maybe Rune Factory 4. Especially when you're considering Fantasy Life. The Rune Factory Series is kind of like a simplified Zelda in its dungeoneering, but this series spun-off from Harvest Moon where you can farm, fish, mine, and befriend villagers. Although you can also craft your own weapons. And I believe in this game you can also take on villagers you befriend as party members.

[@aaronlents1959]

Big Brother Xellos Thanks for the recommendation I'll have to look into it!

[@chuckbatman5]

Ace Attorney series. 2 of the games are on 3DS, and the original trilogy was released in a remake package on the 3DS as well

[@jem7316]

Most of those games could be ported to mobile devices or hopefully the Switch will have a 3ds virtual console.

[@sideeswipe]

A.L Joseph Pokemon Oras and sun and moon also animal crossing new leaf

[@Redline1998766]

HAPPY NEW YEAR GAMEXPLAIN

[@enclosedgranddad1715]

What I'm looking forward to: Nintendo Switch - Super Mario Switch - BOTW - Splatoon & Mario Kart successors - Sonic Mania - Yooka Laylee - Sonic 2017 - Crash Bandicoot

[@sonicfan1984]

Same thing as me but add Red Dead Redemption 2 and Kingdom Heart 3 :)

[@radd_vg2276]

Enclosed Grand Dad Crash Trilogy is a PS4 exclusive

[@SolScribbles]

the list isnt only for the Switch

[@RaCUtricolor]

+Radd_BGM His list isn't only for the Switch. His list is for just 2017 over all.

[@radd_vg2276]

AGM Official ah I thought I read Switch games, my bad

[@SuperGamerGuy64644]

Funny, the Wii U's Production Line ends before the 3DS does

[@jeffzzzz1955]

'i haven't ... since 2016' jokes incoming

[@demonkingawesome3576]

Jeffzzzz save pls ;-;

[@expanddong8917]

Jeffzzzz I haven't heard that joke since 2016.

[@animefanonpromnight6708]

Jeffzzzz I haven't killed myself since 2016

[@xyzqsrbo]

The funny part is, is that I have seen 10 of these comments but no comments that actually do that..........

[@dinar8749]

My hopes for the switch presentation (aka my christmas list)... 1. Fire Emblem Path of radiance, and other legendary gamecube games, on virtual console 2. Pikmin 4 3. Super mario switch being a star collecting, mission-based one like 1,3 and 4. Wouldn't mind another collectible as long as it's done in the same style. 4. Extensive amounts of breath of the wild shown off, showing towns and stuff in more depth. 5. Sonic Mania on the switch. Anyone else hoping for the same things?

[@metalgearlamia9958]

Toby Harrison good lineup ill add in full confirmation of Pokemon Stars, New Kirby, New Metroid, New Fire Emblem, Project Sonic 2017 and hopefully eventually another Star Fox with no 5th reboot.....

[@KarusukeV3]

My first video of the year I'm watching so this is special

[@silentvalue]

They may slow down production on 3ds xl units, but I think games will continue to develop for another year or two. The global 3ds install base is just too large to just cut it loose.

[@metalgearlamia9958]

anyone else still hoping for rune factory 5?

[@bravescholarlys1127]

MetalGear Lamia yesssssss!

[@elemomnialpha]

MetalGear Lamia I wish but didn't they go bankrupt?

[@bravescholarlys1127]

elemomnialpha it was taken in by Marvelous which might continue it since 4 obviously did amazing and got a green light for a next game but their definitely missing out on the boost they'll get.

[@shrektheogre4349]

I can't be the only one who's actually genuinely excited for the Rabbids RPG, can I? That is, if the rumours do turn out to be real

[@schaefer76]

Shrek The Ogre A Rabbids JRPG actually sounds like it has potential. I think it might play a lot like SMRPG or the Mario & Luigi superstar saga but in 3D.

[@iownalx23]

Shrek The Ogre i'm curious. never played rabbids and only one rayman. but the rabbids commercials never made me forget so i guess it did a good job there.

[@Busterman64]

Honestly, I think the 3DS still has a good amount of life in it before it goes under. I give it either to 2018 or 2020. It's kinda hard to go from the 3DS to something bigger without thinking " what is the Switch then?" Yeah, it's the Wii U successor, but since the Switch is portable, some may wonder what's the point of a 3DS succesor. HOWEVER, at the same time, the DS has Dual Screens, something that's been more useful then most people think. The 3DS still has some good potential left in it!

[@dave6324]

If we don't get a discount on the Switch games from the Wii u, I'm out.

[@geraintjones9355]

The Trash Can Miiverse: Sad Santa/Lester Baby

[@dave6324]

Cyber TARDIS What the fuck? That literally has *no* irrelevance to what I said.

[@sethstringer1670]

The Trash Can Miiverse: Sad Santa/Lester You mean like half price breath of the wild?

[@TakerKaneanite619]

The Trash Can Miiverse: Sad Santa/Lester "No irrelevance" Since that's a Double Negative, that means it does have relevance.........

[@dave6324]

TakerKaneanite619 Shit, I have been foiled again.

[@fer_treeiii1455]

I feel bad for my cousin. He got a Wii U last year (not a joke in 2016) and now he wants to know if he can trade in his games and Wii U for the Switch. I wanna say yes but I don't want to get his hopes up if anyone knows please tell me it'll be gladly appreciated.

[@sps9619]

Awesomeness Gamer You can trade in anything anytime at GameStop or best buy but once the switch comes out the value of the Wii u is gonna drop so I recommend he do it soon before Launch

[@griffithdidnothingwrong8779]

Awesomeness Gamer If he absolutely had no other choice.( I personally don't get rid of my consoles) he better get rid of that Wii U now b4 switch comes out.

[@josephjones7828]

He can likely trade them in for cash or a minor discount on purchasing the Switch at places like Gamestop, but he isn't going to get a full refund back or a 100% straight up trade in for a Switch.

[@crescent9984]

I honestly hope the switch does not completely replace the 3DS because it seems to be a more single player oriented console from what we have seen in the trailer, and it seems that it will also function as a home console. As someone who shares a Wii U with their siblings, and the only personal system I own is a 3DS, it may become frustrating on who gets to use it on the go for people who have to share it with others.

[@ladynikkie]

7:35 because not too many people knew about this game I think they mentioned it in one Nintendo direct and that was it

[@Velineco]

I think the 3DS can survive for one more year MAX. Let's be real here, the major thing that keeps people coming back for it is main Pokemon games, and from what we've heard and confirmed by GameFreak, they are definitely developing a Pokemon title for the Switch (we all know it's codename Stars xP it has to be it) And with a few tweaking in the game mechanics, so can Ace Attorney and Professor Layton games make the...ahem, SWITCH to the Switch! I hope we get that Detective Pikachu on the Switch too. The environment is gonna look gorgeous on the big screen! *oh and happy new years, GX! : D May this be the year you hit your first 1Million subs : )))*

[@pavlospapanestis2684]

will there be the miis on switch

[@scoutshellby7226]

If MK8 and SSB4 release on it they have to.

[@metalgearlamia9958]

Pavlos Papanestis I want Xbox like Avatars overs Miis....

[@Cumcake21]

MetalGear Lamia No dude

[@metalgearlamia9958]

Isai Camargo yes don't like the Miis prefer another kind of Avatar for the system.

[@damnson609]

Pavlos Papanestis I hope that there will be

[@lukedoedel147]

How could you say mario hoops was garbage? I loved it! I used to play it soo much..

[@vortexluigirosalina5557]

Luke Bouwmans yeah I loved it too!

[@lukedoedel147]

Vortex Luigi Rosalina 55 do you know from what games the cactus character and the 3 non-mario characters are?

[@vortexluigirosalina5557]

Luke Bouwmans Ninja, White & Black Mage!

[@lukedoedel147]

Vortex Luigi Rosalina 55 yeah! Do you know from what game they are?

[@vortexluigirosalina5557]

Luke Bouwmans Final Fantasy!

[@omiehhh5979]

(insert "I haven't watched gameXplain sense 2016" joke here)

[@ebb7004]

I bought my Wii U for the promise of getting Zelda in 2016. Sure, it got delayed again, but after E3, my excitement was refueled, and I went to my local game shop to preorder it. I'm a little upset that Yooka-Laylee's Wii U version was cancelled, but I know that I can at least play the enjoyable games I have.

[@Lakitu1134]

Omg, that bash towards Mario Hoops 3-on-3 was so unnecessary :^(

[@metalgearlamia9958]

Lakitu1134 yeah....

[@MisterMarioKart]

Lakitu1134 It's my favorite sports game, combines my favorite franchise with my favorite sport.

[@lukedoedel147]

Lakitu1134 i love that game

[@MisterMarioKart]

AbdallahSmash026#1Fan Superstar Baseball is better but it's very close. I never played Strikers, but Strikers Charged is kick ass. 3 on 3 and Sports Mix are great games too

[@MisterMarioKart]

AbdallahSmash026#1Fan It's really easy in comparison and the story isn't as in depth. I love Super Sluggers though

[@Ash_Yu]

25:00 But... Shantae (a game y'all reviewed) came out between Color Splash and Zelda. So it's not 6 full months of no games "at all". There's also the Risky update coming out.

[@chrisver2]

do you guy think the Game Freak will add Pokemon gold and silver and crystal

[@chrisver2]

for the 3ds

[@metalgearlamia9958]

ChrisPlaysGames maybe

[@chrisver2]

MetalGear Lamia I hope so thats my favorite Pokemon game

[@TheGamingAnole55]

Wasn't that confirmed or something? I could just be making this up though...

[@bee5120]

Happy New Year André, Derrick, Ash, Tom amd GameXplain! Have a great 2017! 🎉🎆

[@Joeynator3000]

...3DS still has some Monster Hunter games that need to come over here guys... *still hoping for Stories*

[@domdon950]

Joeynator3000 i was pretty skeptical w the 3DS' life so I got a Japanese NEW 3DS and Stories actually is import friendly

[@kaldur11]

Joeynator3000 My faith in this game coming to the west is below 0

[@domdon950]

Aaron Pendragon imported it for a reason I beat the game n got the best gear 100+ hours.

[@domdon950]

Hell i have MHX and plan on importing MHXX!

[@Joeynator3000]

...Yeah I'm just gonna wait for the game to be localized. (no idea why my comment disappeared last time...)

[@trceb]

The thing about the home console vs a handheld is that the handheld was personal and the console you would share

[@jgfence123]

Here right after the 2018 video. want to see what was expected for this year!

[@plan8067]

I honestly never thought about how old the 3DS is. It just has been there for the last few years and has shown little signs of stopping until now

[@pika62221]

I've had it since March of 2011, and it looks like it's 6, so that's why when these idiots act like 3DS has a decade left, it's like then why is Nintendo releasing such crap games in 2017?

[@Jamiemroar]

Love these discussions can't wait for the switch event in a couple weeeks an for the switch discussion can't wait :)

[@jonmann7990]

What about my boi Box Boy and being only the second indie to get an amiibo?

[@sirpiguithy7341]

Jon Mann Box Boy is a Nintendo character. Created by HAL. Labs. The Kirby team.

[@jonmann7990]

Sir Piguithy Well then. Im retarded lol

[@otterb]

Isn't it second party?

[@AirNand0]

Nintendo Switch supports Unreal Engine 4! And the Mario game looks like it runs on Unreal Engine 4!

[@metalgearlamia9958]

Mushroom Bro yep it does!

[@griffithdidnothingwrong8779]

Mushroom Bro Ejalculation

[@RaCUtricolor]

No it doesn't. Good graphics doesn't mean the Engine. All Nintendo games are made with an in-house engine.

[@AirNand0]

AGM Official At least the Mario game looks amazing!

[@AirNand0]

Exclamation point added because it's just so beautiful

[@Leolimalps]

Hey guys, the discussions could be in Podcasts for iOS. So we can listen to them on the go. Happy New Year!

[@MrGaiakid]

I think one problem with there being no 3DS successor is the end of 40 dollar handheld games. Yea, its up to the company making the game to set the msrp but if Nintendo is releasing most of their games at 60 bucks on the switch most other companies will feel that they are entitled to do the same

[@FlareOfLegacy]

3DS: * Story of Seasons: Trio of Towns * Etrian Odyssey V * Dragon Quest XI * Lady Layton (already covered in the video) Several third party titles to look forward to, and I see the last 3 being localised in the West in the tail end of the 2017. You guys also missed Tank Troopers (1st party eShop title that released in the final week of 2016 in Japan).

[@Green-Man]

I can't wait for part 2 😊

[@Luxray2009]

I feel pretty confident that 2017 is going to have another main series Pokemon game in store for the 3ds. Either Diamond and Pearl remakes or Sun and Moon sequels.

[@radikl_ed]

The switch is relatively huge compared to a 3ds. Did you not watch it on Fallon? That is NOT a daily carry, unless your daily bag is a suitcase. It is not a replacement. They've said it's not a replacement. They've called the switch their new "home" console. Every commentator is desperate to say it's replacing the 3ds, they are wrong. For perspective, the Ars Technica analysis gives the system (screen+attached controllers) an approximate size of 9.98 x 4.19 inches. That is HUGE compared to a new 3ds, coming in at just 5.6 x 3.17 inches. The switch cannot fit in your pocket or purse, and will take up a huge amount of space in your backpack. And that's assuming you don't have it in a case, which that huge unprotected glass screen begs for. The switch is marketed as, and IS, a home system that HAPPENS to have a handheld feature. If someone wants to watch the Sunday football game, you can take your switch into the bedroom and play in bed. If you're going on a long trip, maybe you bring the switch as your 'extra' device to watch movies or play games on the plane. But you will NOT be lugging this machine around everywhere you go like you can with the 3ds. The switch is 'portable' in the sense that a 13 inch MacBook is 'portable'. You can take it from place to place, sure. But that doesn't make it a suitable replacement for the 3ds. And none of this touches on BATTERY, which is the second half of what makes something truly 'portable'. The New 3ds XL offers up to 7 hours of battery. You think this device will come to even half that? No. So, huge device with large unprotected screen that has short battery life..... PERFECT replacement for a small, pocketable handheld with good battery life. Yep.

[@Nintato]

What about Superstars being released on the Switch as well? It has such HQ Art and trailer footage, and the Spring release date is interesting...

[@GameXplain]

That'd be nice!

[@Laki2]

The Wii is still alive, barely, with Just Dance 2017.

[@Laki2]

Very good for sporty gamers.

[@chichiii5075]

so then where will I play the next Fire Emblem game? On the switch?

[@twobellhat]

Rosetteliyu mobile :p

[@iownalx23]

Two Bell Hat Productions hahaha

[@chichiii5075]

Two Bell Hat Productions *clenches fists*

[@NJLGamer]

I think if the switch does not sell well or if it is clear that it becomes a 1 per family unit and not each kid gets their own like the gameboy and ds lines. the 3ds will still see support or a budget replacement because they are never going to get the switch to under $100.

[@TtimeXP]

So with the detective Pikachu, I think they could be holding off on that to be able to do a cross promotion to the movie that is apparently coming, and maybe focusing to the Switch to get bigger numbers, for sells on the movie and the games. Yea Pokemon is huge, but unless it is a main title of something on the console, it normally doesn't get much appeal here in the West, so doing this strategy can peak up interests. I am also so excited for the Switch, I've been saving up for this and hopefully get to see Nintendo go all in on all their games, and become great again, because (like you guys said) the Wii may have made Nintendo soft and that is why the games coming out are kinda meh.

[@soupycask]

Happy new year

[@soupycask]

I'm the first comment of gameXplain in 2017

[@Schmendy]

ColganTheDog good job

[@calmedianentertainment4097]

As someone who only owns a Wii U as a next-gen, yeah, I'm disappointed. I'm getting a Switch at launch, but I can't ehlp but feel bad for people who won't or maybe even can't.

[@dukespubber741]

Personally, I'm going to get Yoshi's Woolly World (and before you ask, yes, I have the Wii U version as well) and Dragon Quest VIII. Sports Superstars is tentative for me. It depends on how much there is and if they include a lot of the Mario-esque stuff like items.

[@TaliesinMyrddin]

I think it's far too early say "Switch is a handheld" when trying to say the 3DS doesn't still have a use. For the Switch to properly replace the 3DS as a dedicated handheld gaming machine, rather than just a portable mode of a home console, the battery life needs to be at least as long as the 3DS, including Wifi/Streetpass being on if they include that feature, and the screen needs some kind of protection or carry case because the 3DS clamshell means it's well protected, but from the trailers I wouldn't want that thing in my bag on its own for fear of damage. I don't think we know the situation with either of those problems yet, so I'm hesitant to get on the "Switch is replacing the 3DS" wagon for now. For all we know the portable nature is only meant to last for like four, five hours, not a full day in sleep mode + intermittent gaming sessions without being on a charger.

[@Seekarr]

The Wii U was a stopgap system like the Gamecube. It was released to fill the need to have a new system available, but they were really waiting for the technology they wanted to become affordable.

[@BrawlSnorlax]

Hey Mario Superstar sluggers is my favorite Mario sports title. One time I set out thinking "Ohh I know I will make a Pauline fan team." I came out with a pie in the sky line up of, a Wart Team, a K.Rool team, Geno Team. Reworking the Wario Muscles and adding at least one character to the remaining teams on top of it.

[@josezuniga9421]

But do you think it's still worth getting a 3DS this year? I really like the games, Sun and Moon and also prefer mobile rather than console and Switch I see it as a Home console... so what do you suggest, should I get a 3DS or maybe wait some time for more information to see if Nintendo will continue to support the 3DS for a bit longer? I really hope someone can share me his/her opinion.

[@floatsyourgoats6200]

Ever Oasis is a 3D action RPG on a system that has mostly just turn based games, and it's a Grezzo (OOT 3D and MM 3D devs) game with an emphasis on puzzles. That alone has piqued my interest. Combine that with Dragon Quest 8, a new Layton game, a spiritual successor to Kirby Mass Attack, I'd say it's a very strong lineup considering how soon the Switch comes out. Plus there's the possibility of the Dragon Quest XI 3DS version, Monster Hunter Stories, and Monster Hunter XX being localized at some point.

[@doodleboi6]

I would want to play Mario Sports Superstars

[@vincentbranciforte9832]

MagmaCubeBro MCB Me too! mario baseball is back

[@vortexluigirosalina5557]

MagmaCubeBro MCB there hasn't been more information lately...

[@doodleboi6]

Vincent Branciforte the horse racing looks fun

[@AdNintendogs]

After looking at the trailer for a bit: Baseball like Mario Baseball. First handheld MB appearance. Golf like Mario Golf.. This is the 3rd Mario Golf game on 3DS! Soccor like Mario/Sonic Rio Games. Tennis like Mario Tennis and Horseback Riding like... Equestrian from Mario/Sonic London but like Mario Kart? wut xD All local AND online multiplayer. Optionally, with the New 3DS' power the graphics look very Wii-esque. With it's on the 3DS in general, it's only $40!

[@hoohah5067]

HAPPY NEW YEAR ☺ AND A GOOD 2017😆

[@maxcastillon6246]

There better be a mario kart dlc track based off one of the horse racing tracks 😂

[@PHYTO18432]

this is the third time its happened, so its considered a trend now : Latest Major Zelda title being on both the successor and predecessor. Twilight Princess of GC and Wii, Skyward Sword on Wii and Wii U, and now Breath of the Wild on Wii U and Switch.

[@JohnKExp]

11 days till the presentation!

[@Crimson-Hat]

What's so bad about the Yoshi's New Island music? I love it.

[@NolansNote]

I pity your poor ears. They're probably suffering without you realizing it :(

[@mikeharris2952]

Actually, us Wii U owners still have Forma.8 and Kerbal Space Program to look forward to. Plus, in the case of KSP, the debs said that the Wii U version is actually running the game better than PS4 and Xbox One.

[@0669existence]

And i just bought my N3DS XL -_-.. hope they still make games in 3ds until 2018 though

[@jowysw]

The One it still has one more year but the 3DS is 5 years and a half old at this point if I remember it right. It had a good life with great games.

[@josephjones7828]

+GameXplain Besides Breath of the Wild there is also still technically Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night (now scheduled for an early 2018 release) as it hasn't been officially announced as being cancelled for Wii U yet. So Wii U owners still have that to look forward to until they say otherwise.

[@jakfrost25]

As one who only has a Wii U as a home console, I have Xenoblade Chronicles X to play. That game lasts absolutely forever.

[@heroic_teddy]

Mario Strikers is fantastic, and I HOPE they make one for the Switch. I love the series BECAUSE of how much it puts the whole Mario crew out of character. They're wearing armor, knocking each other into electric fences, showing them getting angry and fierce, giving them each distinct themes, and giving them character. Waluigi with the crotch chop, amirite?

[@quizboy99]

I think given the hybrid status of the switch, its going to serve as Nintendo's home console and handheld at the same time this generation. So rather than the usual 2, we're only getting 1.

[@lmarcos21]

I'm really excited for Ever Oasis it looks very interesting

[@vortexluigirosalina5557]

I'm hoping for more information about Mario Sports Superstars...

[@stevenzacharakis]

Pikmin 3DS does look good imo. It'll feel like a unique 2.5D platform adventure

[@toadhoward3954]

I don't know what you're talking about. Mario sluggers on the wii was freaking amazing!

[@DEATHxTHExKIDx1]

with all the 3DS games I've bought up till now.I'm MORE than satisfied if Nintendo cut support soon. but I am interested to see what other games it can put out before times up.

[@bee5120]

Happy New Year to all GameXplain fans! Have a great 2017! 🎉🎆

[@MasahiroSanturai]

If the 3DS does end up being replaced by the Switch, I'm really gonna miss the 3D. Don't know why so many people neglect it. It makes games looks so much better. What was really interesting to me was when games actually used it like a game mechanic, like Mutant Mudds just to name one.

[@DevinAK49]

I'm OK with the wait. I got sun/moon, paper mario, and lego city to add to my backlog. that said, my backlog will disappear when BOTW comes out

[@aaronlents1959]

Confirmed/possible 3ds games -Dragon Quest 8 -Yoshi's woolly world port -Mario sports superstars -Ever Oasis -Lady Layton -Pikmin 3ds -Handful of Eshop games. Possible games -Miitopia -Monster Hunter Stories -Monster Hunters XX -Capcom game? Snack something? Also, why isn't minecratf on 3ds? I mean, I don't play it, but it feels like a perfect fit.

[@elijhabishop4554]

A.L Joseph Don't forget about Etrian odyssey 5

[@MetalSonicReject]

Here's hoping for Miitopia.

[@donnelwaddledee965]

I would love it if Nintendo let other 3rd parties handle their neglected titles, like letting Sega handle an F-Zero GX2 again.

[@BrightSpark]

I for one am actually divided between wanting the 3DS to last another year and that the Switch takes over the 3DS this year. Mostly because my o3DS XL's hinge is pretty beaten up and the Circle pad is shattered, so I would love to upgrade to a New 3DS on the cheap now, and my two options would be a price drop for the normal N3DS line or maybe even Nintendo announcing a New 2DS as the 3DS' last hurrah because I don't want to invest 180 bucks for a system that's already got a sorta-kinda replacement with the Switch. Also, it would make sense from a cost reduction standpoint because Nintendo could mostly use the same guts that the New 3DS use and thus don't have to get o3DS components anymore just for the 2DS. In addition a small prediction: I think Nintendo will release a variant of the Switch that's more Smartphone/Phablet-sized sometime down the line, if only to get those people that primarily want to play the Switch on the go but are turned off by the size of the system.

[@cuttlfresh]

I want to see a MK8 port,splatoon port,Mario maker port,smash port and a new mario

[@Sjono]

Are we going to see different tiered pricing for games on Switch? I can't see handheld oriented titles selling for $60 on the platform

[@carloscastillo5386]

Nintendo Switch needs this games: Mario Baseball, Mario Strickers, A Lot Better Mario Tennis, A Super Mario with open World, Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros and GCN Virtual Console.

[@XellosNi]

I feel like 2017 might be the final vital year for the 3DS. And 2018 will be the final year of production for it. It depends on how the Switch plays out.

[@モモちゃん-p3d]

hi, im new to nintendo, im really interested in 3ds games, ive been playing ps console since childhood, im wondering should i buy the 3ds, or should i wait for the switch? honestly i want to play all mario/Zelda/fe squeals, so what would you recommend doing?

[@モモちゃん-p3d]

forgot to mention kirby and pokemon games

[@sps9619]

I haven't even played my Wii u at all this whole year!

[@TheMack625]

I am pleasantly surprised Andre is hyped for Sports Superstars like me. I still enjoy Mario sports games, though I agree with Ash they were more hype during the N64/GameCube eras.

[@orlandovargas4804]

super smash bros para wiiu era bien conodo con el gamepad que en la tv.

[@wesleyem3]

I honestly cannot wait for Pikmin 3DS. As long as it's not the actual Pikmin 4, I'm totally interested in it!

[@chrith2315]

Ayyye I'm one of the first ones here and Happy New Year!!🎈🎊🎆

[@TheChazzyC]

Everyone's making a list of what they want for this year and all I need is -Breath Of the Wild -Spla2oon -My old Wii U

[@tylermcfluffbut9872]

I disagree with Andre, I don't think that the Switch is a suitable replacement for the 3DS, because I can fit the 3DS in my pocket, the Switch looks like it will have to be carried in a backpack at best. It just doesn't look as portable as a 3DS

[@Janiz1998]

I want Detective Pikachu so so much. They can keep it in Japanese with subtitles because the voice actor for Pikachu is amazing.

[@DragonCatalyst]

I think the 3DS would live on until the third quarter. The Switch is definitely going to kill the Wii U right away, but with a few more games there should still be enough for the 3DS to last until second quarter. I really do feel like they will give some more lasting most of this year.