Northgard Nintendo Switch Review - ODIN or LOKI?

[@SwitchUpYt]

Do you feel that the RTS sized hole has finally been filled? Or is there another RTS you would love to see on the Switch? Leave a comment and let me know. Happy gaming. Glen

[@myv6mustang]

There are a few, but would like to see something along the lines of XCOM 2 not the first one. I’ve tried wasteland 2 and it’s navigation is overly complicated due to the port from PC.

[@vhalrougelarfouxe]

There is this very engaging RTS game that I am playing. Hades Star is a must for this console.

[@MarceldeJong]

This game has a very Settlers-esque appeal, which I like. Going on the maybe stack. It is the type of RTS that was missing in the Switch lineup. Perhaps a C&C (remastered?)-type version for the Switch would also be nice.

[@TheNukeGeneral]

I think Tooth and Tail would probably function quite well on switch.

[@voidmantis9133]

i would love to see age of empire online lol , but i see no possibility it happen since no one seems to care lol , there is a private server and i guess its already dieing . c&c and c&c red alert would be nice . Something new would be nice but these day rts seems all the same (well those like warcraft i mean)

[@hunterthorne4671]

If anyone was wondering, I heard they released a patch that addressed Performance issues as well as text size

[@IryCookie]

Thanks for the update, currently deciding whether to get it or not :)

[@MultiplayerMedia]

I'm pretty convinced that this is going to be one of the best Strategy games on Switch! It's also nice to get something RTS rather than turn based. Nice review too guys! :)

[@darkwale9717]

I never played a game like this before and a friend begged me to try this. So glad I did. It is extremely addictive and I still find myself going back even today just to play a map or two. It's brilliant but at times very unforgiving. It will frustrate you but when you finally beat a hard map the feel of accomplishment is so gratifying.

[@davidenania7386]

I was waiting for this review. Love RTS and TBS (I have more than 150 hours on CIV VI) and really looking for the physical version of this. Glad to hear that it's scoring so high even with some problems. We need more strategy games on Switch! Thank you for the review!

[@sarahcurrier43]

I wish they would remake Warcraft 1 + 2 and put it on the switch. Infact I would be happy if they just ported to the switch in general.

[@jahcreator]

Same with Command & Conquer. Even CNC remastered with touch screen support would be awesomeness. AoE is another contender and throw in local multiplayer and rts on the go would be a gamechanger

[@Thumbtin]

Your reviews are really appreciated. Helps me decide what to get on a budget between choosing the best games for a particular genre. Thank you.

[@TwitchRadio]

Kind of like a modern-day Command and Conquer game... But I do hope the actual command & Conquer game comes to Nintendo switch at some point... call it Nostalgia or whatever but I used to play the hell out of that back in the day

[@LadyFerret]

This is what brought me here, I’m looking for a game like it. I miss it too.

[@Dauerbomber]

I would really love to see a Command and Conquer on the switch or Warcraft. Anyway, this one looks really nice and i will definitly buy it.

[@nayyarrashid4661]

Both of these need to be on Switch but I still think keyboard and mouse compatibility would do good for Switch and other consoles in general

[@marc943]

Warcraft would be amazing! I didn't think about that.

[@heathenheart4421]

@@marc943 Tides Of Darkness! FTW

[@dilip1985]

My thoughts too!

[@tylerertley5169]

We need age of empires on switch

[@loc-1991]

Bought this last night on sale. Can’t wait to try it out when I get the chance! Thanks for the recommendation!

[@Booshista]

It's on sale now!

[@yaboi5047]

In the US digital store it's at $9.79 right now, thanks for the review

[@TheFerrarimangtb]

This reminds me of games like Age of Empires. I've always personally preferred RTS as opposed to TBS. Turn base strategy was always like virtual chess, it's a methodical thinking mans game. Whereas real time strategy has a natural flow, but is less so strategic & more so pace based, allowing you to jump in & out with relative ease. Definitely a future purchase for me.

[@jerrygomez3825]

Well put, very much agree with your statement. Fitting username Haha

[@xelthos2051]

With all the non-Nintendo ports coming, here's hoping for Warcraft 3 and KOTOR.

[@voidmantis9133]

well there is the warcraft 3 remaster in development and some kind of rumor about wow getting a mobile version , and since blizzard is shit at the moment i would love to see blizard coming to switch, would replay almost everything . And we already got diablo 3

[@voidmantis9133]

and destiny 2 is moving to steam so they lost that game.

[@rolldemtrees7419]

@@voidmantis9133 also now have overwatch

[@jahcreator]

We got Kotor, now for warcraft since I've never played 3 so it would be a new experience for me. StarCraft would be awesome as well.

[@kevinlie22]

already have it on steam but 10/10 gonna retake it again for portable tactic game in switch

[@JeJaYah]

Kevin Lie have you bought it ?

[@rogerkellylara6830]

This game is on sale right now for $15 US. Have performance issues been addressed?

[@Roen99]

I bought it today. I didn’t notice any major performance drops. The frame rate is bit lower I guess on zoom out, but really it’s hard to notice during the gameplay.

[@Twofirmfeet1024]

Howd you like the game? On par with civ6?

[@Roen99]

@@Twofirmfeet1024 I play it everyday. Only on skirmish mode. It’s really fun. Unfortunately it crashed 2 times and there is no auto save mode so I lost my progress. But anyway it was already lost game XD I also noticed that the frame rate drops on endgame. When I had tons of units it was bad, but still playable. There is one annoying bug, when u have two buildings next to each other the context menu doesn’t change on hover, u need to hover out and hover in to the building. Anyway the game is really worth that money imho. The gameplay is more dynamic then civ6 because it’s real-time. I think I like it more than civ6, it’s really easy to learn but hard to master. The civ on the other hand overwhelmed me with everything and I casually play it on Lan parties with my friends. Surviving the winter and enemies attacks is really hard. To sum up, it’s fun, enjoyable, and can be tough. I only managed to win 1 game on normal, everything on hard I lost, but still I felt it was a great gameplay I got some lessons to use in the future gameplays.

[@714KH]

Seriously considering this game. been waiting for an rts. The price tag seems fair. Hopefully, they fix performance issues though.

[@dulcepena4007]

It's only $9.79 right now

[@cory7328]

I am just trash at real-time strategy. This game visually is very pleasing, but I feel like I’d buy this game only to get frustrated later.

[@Lover0fKings]

Just ordered this, can't wait to play. Reminds me of AoE or Age of Mythology

[@Ashwoodbane]

Hello glen! And hey switchup family. Thank you for a great review and I will probably check this one out. I love the art style!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Hi Evan. Yeah, the art style is nice it’s just a shame about the performance. Glen

[@LowHangingFruitForest]

It's a wonderful game. I've been playing it on steam for a while now.

[@Ashwoodbane]

Hopefully they fix the performance for the switch port soonish!

[@baritoneystark]

Been waiting for this review. Glad I could always count on you lads. Cheers!

[@McD5791]

This is THIRTEEN QUID in the UK eshop sale (reduced 60% until 2 Feb 2020) - at this price, I think I'll jump on this..!!

[@Dray9916]

Still picking this up regardless of frame rate issues. Thanks for the review!

[@Rev_Goose]

How bad are the framerates? I'm interested in getting it and willing to look past framerate issues as long as they aren't too bad

[@DeimosXVX]

I'm essentially looking for an RTS for Switch that plays like Warcraft. Is this the closest game for that experience? Not a fan of Civ titles personally.

[@7383waaaaat]

That text looks like it may cause (Fire emblem) problems in portable mode. Shame about the stutter too. Hopefully they will patch these issues like you said Glen. Music seems nice 👍

[@Bambeakz]

For the noobfamily. Choose Goat ;) Edit : with 200+ hours on the Steam version i can say its a briljant, hard but fair RTS but best with friends.

[@coldfusion167]

Really considering this game. Hopefully they fix the issues with it because it seems like a great game. Thanks for the excellent review! You guys are crushing it!!

[@galloping-bison]

Thanks for the review. Also, thanks for the bit about the text size. Sounds like the issue I have with Surviving the Aftermath game.

[@firstspar]

Held off picking this up on steam. If the mechanics work over on switch and solid online play - then this is a must buy.

[@jday4217]

I'd love to see Commandos brought back to life on the switch!

[@geko1408]

Swords and Soldiers 2 is an AMAZING RTS already on the switch! Cool to have more.

[@GameCrawler]

That game deserves more love.

[@Halbared]

Thanks for the heads up.

[@MP-S-TG]

Being too used to Age of Empires and Starcraft on PC, I can't play RTS on console. TBS is way better for my taste, so Civ6 filled that hole completely for me. Anyway good to see more of each genre in our wee Switches

[@danthetravelman9113]

Sergio PM I play those games too, but once I had Committed and Conquer for PlayStation 1 & 3. You get really fast on the controller and it became a lot of fun.

[@zero12590]

Probably best used on a touchscreen.

[@Megorium]

I appreciate your thoughts on people who are put off by performance to still consider the game for it's better qualities. I am one of those like I don't want to spend money to play a game that feels broke, but in the same breath I really love a good story or a game that I can play/re-play for ages and get my moneys worth out of it. Lol I just watched and commented on the Darksiders 2 review asking about patch updates in the future...but now thinking...you know it might have issues, but it might also be worth buying anyways because I really does look like a great game.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah, the performance issues don’t affect the gameplay with this particular game but it’s still important to let people know what they are buying. Glen

[@B_Raub]

Can you guys revisit this one and see if the patches have fixed things?

[@noperopepope]

A lesser known RTS I hope makes a comeback on Switch is Spellforce. Currently owned by THQ Nordic.

[@edreanhenrytombaga562]

Reminded me of Battle Realms, especially with “Clans” and gameplay

[@Espodude17]

Love your reviews. Your channel is very underrated.

[@mikealangaloe1774]

You had me at "lose days, months or even years".... sold

[@LeonardoBacalzo]

Any news if this game received performance update?

[@FutureAlien]

Thank you for another excellent review. One question: I kept seeing a black line momentarily appear during parts of the video, from the middle of the screen and going right - I am wondering if this was a bug, a UI feature or some KZbin issue? For example, see 1:40-1:41.

[@SwitchUpYt]

How odd. I never noticed that whilst playing so I’m assuming it’s a KZbin upload thing. Glen

[@jamesgreen7816]

Thank you for the review I’ve been waiting for an Rts Game on the Nintendo Switch for a long time . 80 % the great score RTS

[@JeJaYah]

James Green bought it ?

[@jamesgreen7816]

Yes

[@JeJaYah]

ohh cool im lookin for player on switch to play with since the online community seems pretty low

[@JeJaYah]

discord.gg/gTUFPf

[@JeJaYah]

here a discord if you wanna chat &play it could be nice

[@SirBobbyDuncan]

Funny truth, I fall asleep playing Civilization. But have never playing command and conquer, StarCraft, Tropico, railroad tycoon or SimCity, (yes I'm that old, ps1). I'm buying this game hoping it's more like those, versus Civilization.

[@booshter9714]

This reminds me of The Settlers. I might have to pick it up.

[@odeplugged]

Anyone knows if they've fixed any of the issues mentioned in this review yet? Im very looking forward to buying this game once it runs smoothly.

[@jegerbest89]

What about those old Commander games? That would be so perfect

[@MrNuKnight]

Im considering buying it now in Feb of 2020. Has there been a patch released yet? to help with the frame drop issues?

[@Cissero]

The only RTS i'd buy on switch is Battle for Middle Earth II, god that game has my childhood going. Besides that game the genre is not really for me, and of I'd pick it up I'd rather pick it up on PC. As always, great review though!

[@seven9zero640]

Bought This today for £13ish. Based off this review. It’s a great little game. 👍

[@rmkrambs]

Hi Glen. Another fantastic review. I will definitely pick this up, but still hope for the patch you talked about. Saludos

[@richparkinson9647]

I have zero interest in strategy games like this, but it does look like a nice game. My son has been very excited for this game for a while. As always, fantastic review! Thank you!

[@al201103]

Hey Glen, how do you feel this compares to AOEIII? Seems similar enough to be a worthy buy for fans of that that franchise/version - what do you think?

[@bloodlove93]

Just got it for under $10 on sale, it's my first rts game, thought I'd try it for the price. Tried once lost couple hours in single player, gonna keep trying. Hope I grow to enjoy it and perhaps more like it....that's how dead cells got me into both pixel art and side scrollers, no joke.

[@atheist101]

Have you played Hollow Knight? It's a side scroller souls like game. Not only is it beautiful and challenging its also fun as hell. There is a story but you have to find it. It's possible to beat the game learning little but also possible to beat it learning deep lore.

[@rorytheright5003]

Why most games don't allow an option to change the scale for on screen text I do not know. I stopped playing Diablo because in handheld it was impossible for me to read. Anyways, good vid but not a game for me.

[@sk8man2k]

This would have been a definite buy for me except for the tiny text issue. I have too many games that are almost unplayable in handheld mode already; so going to pass on this unless they patch it for a fix. Not sure why developers that port games do not consider that we want to play them on the go. Another great video though, thanks.

[@SwitchUpYt]

I found the text easier to read in handheld than I did on the TV but, as I said, I am shortsighted. Glen

[@sk8man2k]

@@SwitchUpYt I guess my point is it should be playable in whichever mode I choose. I should not be limited to playing some games (visually) easily only in one mode, but struggling in the other mode. Hoping devs in general address this with their games where needed.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Completely agree mate. Glen

[@Philbo_Baggins_67]

been needing an rts fix. picked up civ earlie rthis week to help with that

[@kamesanj0]

Phil Taylor how is it on there? I haven’t played 6 yet.

[@Gardi93]

Is this better than civilization 6 I’ve been wanting a RTS game to play on my switch but haven’t gotten to it

[@SwitchUpYt]

It’s more accessible when you first begin in my opinion. Not necessarily better but then one is real time and one turn based so hard to directly compare. Glen

[@Openreality]

This is one of the best RTS games I've ever played. I will even add it to my top games list and top worst list.

[@N3RDH3LP]

Why top worst list?

[@Halbared]

Yeah, how come?

[@vhalrougelarfouxe]

This is a good game from where I am seeing this right now. RTS genre is quite hard for the switch currently because the port from other consoles limited the capabilities of the Nintendo Switch. Most the genre had not optimized the game for touchscreen play which in my opinion, is such a waste. The Nintendo Switch is a powerful tool and it should be that the RTS genre be the one flourishing. But we might have to wait for a long time before this happens.

[@jerrygomez3825]

I was hoping Nintendo would've shown these developers how to do rts games on the switch with pikmin or battalion wars. I guess we'll have to wait.

[@sandbakk77]

How aggressive are the enemies? The game looks like a clone of The Settlers to me, so it pretty much comes down to whether the enemies will attack or not. I love that they don't in The Settlers, as it lets me take my time and just enjoy the game.

[@jday4217]

This Neen patched now? Thinking of getting it i the sale? Its either this or Raven Remastered.

[@aaronogrady4373]

Do we know if the issues have been patched? Game is currently on sale and don't want to miss out!

[@carlthewinner]

This game is on sale right now. Looks rad!

[@Fl0o727]

Bought

[@wrathpsp]

@@Fl0o727 verdict?

[@Fl0o727]

@@wrathpsp is it on sale? 😆 It's pretty fun for a bit. It's more "Meanwhile Game" till you're waiting for a better game to come out.

[@woodchi]

How does one find out if it got a ye olde patch, pray tell?

[@dinkleberg684]

Selecting and using hot keys for units was always a turn off for me in RTS games so this switch port is something I’m gonna try out

[@ballesterosag]

Does this have a mode where you just play forever without a goal?

[@unboxingconlosdientes]

So I got the game, started playing story mode, and it gets stuck on mission 6, I am asked to give 50 food to another clan, but there is no menu that takes me there, on the pc version there is a button you click, but on the switch nothing, so you can't finish the mission.

[@user-zr5vu4bl8k]

thanks for the info. i will try to pass this game

[@unboxingconlosdientes]

@@user-zr5vu4bl8k I could find the way, if you go to your home base, you can press Y to donate the food and keep on with the mission, but it took me a while to find it. On PC it's in the right top corner.

[@calebb7012]

Does this have any of the dlc on cart?

[@iTz_Buckey]

How do you get more than 2 warriors?

[@davidkiernan3089]

Shame about the performance issues but if they patch it I'll definitely be picking it up, nice work as always guys!

[@SwitchUpYt]

It is certainly unfortunate that it’s such a common occurrence. Glen

[@firstspar]

The biggest shock regarding performance was on links awakening. From Nintendo on a ground up engine remake? Now that is unforgivable.

[@juanalvarado7794]

@@RoryCresswell-nb1yu yes exactly. If these is a ps4 version of a gsme, Any game, I rather go with that.

[@johnemmanacosta2272]

How long does a game last before you win?

[@xfoolsgoldx]

Have performance issues been improved?

[@MrFlashpan]

So where's Command & Conquor Generals? or Command & Conquor Gold?

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah, would be great to have a command and conquer game on Switch. Glen

[@iTz_Buckey]

I can’t seem to control more units at once. I don’t get it

[@ryansamson9472]

This is at A discount of £12 now rather than £31.

[@richkavanagh2778]

This looks good Glen... Hopefully see a patch make it a great game

[@Nchubba]

Just got the game but is there any online play on it though cause i really want to go against other players?

[@erikl9842]

How is the performance? Have they fixed the issues addressed in this video?

[@elenac7082]

Dear Glen, thank you for this review. I always find what I want on your channel, it is amazing! Back in time I was literally obsessed with Warcraft II strategy game... all those orks, invading territories, etc.! Do you think these games are similar at this point? It is now half the price in my e-shop, sooo I am very eager to buy it if it is like Warcraft II!

[@SwitchUpYt]

It is quite similar in that they are both real time strategy games. I haven’t played Warcraft II myself so cannot say with complete certainty, but they are the same genre for sure. Glen

[@elenac7082]

@@SwitchUpYt thank you for your prompt reply, my friend! I am gonna take my chances (50% off the price is a good motivator then haha). If I see any patches there I will let you know! Cheers from CH=)

[@SwitchUpYt]

Thanks Elena, always lovely to speak to you. Glen

[@Sabre_Wulf1]

Fantastic video , covered everything i wpuld wanr to know about It looks half decent, no microtransactions to see (rare for a rts on mobile) switch deffo needs more rts. And i love anything norse...if only puzzlequest would stop me for gaming anything else!

[@maximusamphletticus1582]

How do you invite people to a multiplayer lobby? Trying to do a 2v2 and cant see a way to invite my girlfriend. Help?

[@TravisOutlaw674]

Is the combat easy to control on the Switch? I got the game New Frontier Days on the Switch and it's controls for combat make the game unplayable in my eyes.

[@Geezerachi]

I really like the game. The only thing i would ask for is that each of the clan's had different looking building and clothes representing their animal totem. Great game though.

[@reptigod]

Call me crazy but I would love a Starcraft 64 port or a remake at this point. As rough as that game was, I still loved playing it! Thank you for this review Glen!

[@reptigod]

And you guys are already at 87 patrons?! This is amazing!

[@jerrygomez3825]

Im right there with you. My first experience with both starcraft and command and conquer was in the N64 so I would love to be able to play them again on a Nintendo platform.

[@rakinhassan1663]

You did not show any footage of combat :/

[@SwitchUpYt]

I captured hours of footage mate. What more do you want?

[@rakinhassan1663]

@@SwitchUpYt I dont "want" anything from you. Also I just told you exactly what I meant very clearly. You have no combat footage

[@geko1408]

Swords and Soldiers 2 on switch is another great RTS. Has an amazing single console 1v1 mode as well.

[@speedyg2012]

Pretty sure Civ 6 filled that hole recently Glen? Esp. with new DLC coming in November? It's available for as little as £26.99 at Argos ebay while stocks last for comparison to Northgard.

[@SwitchUpYt]

I think Civ VI was turn based, although it’s been a while since I played it. I may be wrong. Glen

[@MrCunningdave]

Civ VI is definitely turn-based. Worth playing for sure.

[@speedyg2012]

@@SwitchUpYt Actually this game reminds me more of Settlers 1-4 game that was on PC. Remember that series Glen?

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah! I was going to make the comparison to Settlers in the review as it happens but I cut it out as the video was too long. Glen

[@wulf2863]

Civ 6 isn't RTS dude...

[@hawksleygamingproject4164]

Amazingly helpful review on top of being just awesome. Thanks my man.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Thank you my friend. Glen

[@moon_eye]

I got it for 14 euro yesterday and already loving the game

[@xelthos2051]

Looks well developed with controls designed around a gamepad instead of a lot of ports of pc games where it's a chore to select stuff.

[@cak5171]

Cool looking game, but the text seems really small on screen. Maybe it's just me.

[@SwitchUpYt]

No, it is very small. I mention it in the review. Glen

[@cak5171]

@@SwitchUpYt yea, made that comment before you mentioned it. Whoops 😖

[@Morlock5K]

Good review. I love RTS games but can't see me playing this. It looks good but I'm still playing Ashes of the Singularity on PC and that is an amazing RTS. I'm not sure I could get my head around controller support for a RTS either. I've played them before on console and they were always sub par compared to mouse and keyboard. Still the game does look good other than the performance issues.

[@8BitPasta]

Switch version no shadows?

[@accentedreality]

Wargroove is also a great Strategy game on switch, though it's turn based and a lot like Advance Wars

[@GameCrawler]

Online only multiplayer? No Local wireless multiplayer? Thats too bad.

[@kazuyasaitama7320]

Is this online or offline ?

[@AnarickTheDevil]

Honestly rts games just are not good on consoles but it's currently on sale in steam for $14.99 on steam or 24.99 with all dlc.

[@CursedDemon1707]

Is there also a local multiplayer mode?

[@SwitchUpYt]

Local online I believe but that’s it. Glen

[@CursedDemon1707]

@@SwitchUpYt what do you mean by local online?

[@SwitchUpYt]

The online options are local, regional, national and worldwide. Glen

[@davidagiel8130]

I was hoping this would be like AoE, but it’s a pale comparison at best.

[@taatham8058]

Does this game play just like Age Of Empires?

[@monster4960]

Not really my style but might give it a go. Great vid as usual keep up the great info and reviews

[@josephl407]

Sounds very similar to a rts version of civ 6, one for the wishlist I think...