Nintendo Direct February 8th, 2023
As no doubt just about everybody predicted, we've got our February Direct.
This thread can be used to discuss the reveals after they're made, but if you want, feel free to leave predictions here as well.
Personally I'm only thinking of Tears of the Kingdom, but I don't think that will feature in this. I think it'll be in there, but only for a minute or so, perhaps to show a new trailer and announce a dedicated Direct some time soon (probably March?)
EDIT: If you wish to discuss rumours or leaks, please put them behind spoiler tags, since they ruin the experience for some. But anything that is just your prediction or hopes is fair game...no spoiler tags needed for that (unless somehow YOU are that 'uncle that works at Nintendo' that everyone's always talking about.)
This thread can be used to discuss the reveals after they're made, but if you want, feel free to leave predictions here as well.
Personally I'm only thinking of Tears of the Kingdom, but I don't think that will feature in this. I think it'll be in there, but only for a minute or so, perhaps to show a new trailer and announce a dedicated Direct some time soon (probably March?)
EDIT: If you wish to discuss rumours or leaks, please put them behind spoiler tags, since they ruin the experience for some. But anything that is just your prediction or hopes is fair game...no spoiler tags needed for that (unless somehow YOU are that 'uncle that works at Nintendo' that everyone's always talking about.)
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They'll probably showcase the next wave of Fire Emblem Engage DLC somewhere in this. Other than that, I expect Tears of the Kingdom and the new Kirby remaster for 1st party stuff. Might be more Xenobalde 3 DLC stuff too.
I guess the only news I really want now is Silksong and uhhh, maybe the 2D-HD Dragon Quest III remake? I'm pretty content Switch gaming wise right now, though I would like the Dept. Heaven games rereleased on the the Japanese eShop to make their way over here again. The English scripts exist for all of them except Gloria Union, so its annoying that they're just being ignored. Knights in the Nightmare is one of my favorite games of all time and I'd like it to be accessible on modern consoles outside of Japan.
Also, remember Yokai Watch 4's localization? I sure do lmao.
I guess the only news I really want now is Silksong and uhhh, maybe the 2D-HD Dragon Quest III remake? I'm pretty content Switch gaming wise right now, though I would like the Dept. Heaven games rereleased on the the Japanese eShop to make their way over here again. The English scripts exist for all of them except Gloria Union, so its annoying that they're just being ignored. Knights in the Nightmare is one of my favorite games of all time and I'd like it to be accessible on modern consoles outside of Japan.
Also, remember Yokai Watch 4's localization? I sure do lmao.
So the only predictions I can safely say would be the following:
More gameplay on Kirby since his game comes out in a few weeks.
More gameplay on Cereza since that prequel comes out in a month.
Octopath Traveler 2 will probably have a trailer.
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom will be shown last with probably a Switch OLED that'll sell out the second preorders drop.
More gameplay on Kirby since his game comes out in a few weeks.
More gameplay on Cereza since that prequel comes out in a month.
Octopath Traveler 2 will probably have a trailer.
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom will be shown last with probably a Switch OLED that'll sell out the second preorders drop.
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I've been debating bringing this up, as I think it's a rumour, not a fact. It's going around the gaming world as though it IS a fact, but I haven't been able to find any real proof (as in, anything directly from Nintendo.) It's not a game rumour, though, it's more of a Nintendo-wide rumour.
Anyway, you know what Nintendo COULD do, probably even if that rumour were true, to generate fresh revenue? MORE DLC for their big-ticket games. This is my completely crackpot not-really-a-prediction. They could, say...create an UNDERWATER TOWN in Animal Crossing! Let us build a whole new town under the waves, with a dozen new NPCs, new flowers and trees...etc. Or even add that to the surface: new trees and new flowers and new terrain options. I mean, if I actually start thinking about it, the ideas just bubble out like crazy. They could do something experimental as DLC.
Or they could always release something for Smash. (-____-) Not that I want Smash to ever be brought up again, but it's an example of an evergreen Nintendo title, like ACNH. Or release new courses for Mario Kart.
They are not, of course, going to do these things. But it'd be fun if they did. I never quite understand why Nintendo (and dev companies in general) doesn't milk what they've got a bit more, with more unique and interesting DLC for their biggest-ticket games. DLC that does come out is always so lackluster, ime. DLC is frustrating when thinking about content longevity, but I don't think Nintendo cares about that anyway, so...
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Or they could always release something for Smash. (-____-) Not that I want Smash to ever be brought up again, but it's an example of an evergreen Nintendo title, like ACNH. Or release new courses for Mario Kart.
They are not, of course, going to do these things. But it'd be fun if they did. I never quite understand why Nintendo (and dev companies in general) doesn't milk what they've got a bit more, with more unique and interesting DLC for their biggest-ticket games. DLC that does come out is always so lackluster, ime. DLC is frustrating when thinking about content longevity, but I don't think Nintendo cares about that anyway, so...
Nintendo is going to Nintendo. They often seem to be totally unaware of what players want. If they are aware, they just don't seem to care. I'm a bit tired of their coy-ness about every title, dribbling info at a snail's pace. And Kikki is right: Ninty drops the ball on existing titles that have so much possibility along with a devoted fan base.
Tbh, my favourite recent game has been Harvestella. It ticked all the boxes for me: good game play, excellent writing and story telling, great look. It kept me interested enough to finish it. For me it was worth the price.
It will be interesting to see what they bring to the Direct, but I honestly don't have expectations. They're going to present what they present. It's Nintendo.
Tbh, my favourite recent game has been Harvestella. It ticked all the boxes for me: good game play, excellent writing and story telling, great look. It kept me interested enough to finish it. For me it was worth the price.
It will be interesting to see what they bring to the Direct, but I honestly don't have expectations. They're going to present what they present. It's Nintendo.
It won't stop people in chat from asking, but I would bet money we won't see anything Smash related since Sakurai stepped down from it. And good riddance, the poor man worked himself to collapse over it. As soon as "Switch 2" rears its ugly head...Smash will be the first question, though.
DLC would be a nice surprise. And probably a good way to spend resources if the Switch IS in its winding down period. So would a new Mario game (Odyssey 2, anyway). Platformers aren't my preferred genre, but they're fun. And Mario hasn't even gotten a game announced, unlike Zelda.
We shall see! This is definitely going to be a very telling direct... whatever the case. Aside from Tears of the Kingdom the door is pretty wide open. The next question is who will be streaming it.
DLC would be a nice surprise. And probably a good way to spend resources if the Switch IS in its winding down period. So would a new Mario game (Odyssey 2, anyway). Platformers aren't my preferred genre, but they're fun. And Mario hasn't even gotten a game announced, unlike Zelda.
We shall see! This is definitely going to be a very telling direct... whatever the case. Aside from Tears of the Kingdom the door is pretty wide open. The next question is who will be streaming it.
A lot of Nintendo consoles launch with a new Zelda. That doesn't seem likely to happen with the 'Switch 2' given that we've got TotK releasing May 12th, so I suspect that when it does eventually get here, it's going to launch with a new Animal Crossing and/or Mario Kart 9, as well as another Mario game, and no doubt there'll be a Pokemon game in the new console's first year, whenever it comes, since Pokemon is pretty much a sure thing some time every year. Not so sure about Smash, but even that bunch is enough system-sellers to get things started well, imo. And while we do seem to know for sure that Nintendo won't be at E3 this year, I couldn't find anything other than insider speculation about Nintendo's 2023 line-up, so I'm just shrugging it off as a speculative rumour for now. Obviously we WILL get a new console some day, but I wouldn't want to place any bets as to when, especially with potential parts shortages.
I do think we're going to get a new Animal Crossing pretty soon after the next console comes out, though. I don't think we'll have to wait three years, like with did with ACNH. Just my hunch, though, and absolutely nothign to do with today's Direct. We're not getting anything AC today, let alone a new console announcement, lol.
I think it'll be fun no matter what, though. Nintendo's presentations are always full of cute and colourful things, so they're always nice to watch, ime, even when there are no games I want for myself (which is very frequently the case.)
Just...show me at least one adorable thing, Nintendo. Make me go either 'aww' or 'ooh' at least once, and we're cool.
I do think we're going to get a new Animal Crossing pretty soon after the next console comes out, though. I don't think we'll have to wait three years, like with did with ACNH. Just my hunch, though, and absolutely nothign to do with today's Direct. We're not getting anything AC today, let alone a new console announcement, lol.
I think it'll be fun no matter what, though. Nintendo's presentations are always full of cute and colourful things, so they're always nice to watch, ime, even when there are no games I want for myself (which is very frequently the case.)
Just...show me at least one adorable thing, Nintendo. Make me go either 'aww' or 'ooh' at least once, and we're cool.
I feel it… it’s the year of Rhythm Tengoku. Also, Mario & Luigi.
More realistically, I’m guessing one or two DLCs, release dates or info for Pikmin and Advance Wars, if we’re lucky we’ll see Metroid Prime. I’m hoping for a look at SoSAWL, RF3S, and HM Winds of Anthos. If I’m good, they may mention Shepherd’s Crossing.
I’ll be commuting home from work during the direct, so I’ll get to see the aftermath when I get home!
More realistically, I’m guessing one or two DLCs, release dates or info for Pikmin and Advance Wars, if we’re lucky we’ll see Metroid Prime. I’m hoping for a look at SoSAWL, RF3S, and HM Winds of Anthos. If I’m good, they may mention Shepherd’s Crossing.
I’ll be commuting home from work during the direct, so I’ll get to see the aftermath when I get home!
Okay, this Direct becamse pretty cool for me very early on. Am writing down my reactions as they come up or I'll forget it all! I didn't think they were going to snow a sneak peek of Wave 4, and that was
Anyway, it was fun for me! Lots I was very interested to see. I love that they shadow-dropped those demos. What was it, three of them? I'm a huge fan of demos in general. (I wish ALL games had them. I know a few games really don't lend themselves to demos, but overall I think most really should. I refuse to continue wasting money on games I'll never play so if in doubt, I buy less and less, now. The only way I'll end up with most of the games on my list is if they have demos.)
It was really enjoyably surprising.
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It was really enjoyably surprising.
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AHAHDYAYAUAUHAHAUAYAUAHAH OH MY GOSHHHHHHHHHHHHH I WAS NOT EXPECTING TO SEE WHAT I SAW. I screamed so loudly
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