Switch 2 Lite Prospects Diminish
Readers are questioning the future of a Nintendo Switch 2 Lite, given current high component costs. One reader, Switching plans, noted: 'Seeing how expensive components are at the moment I wonder how this is going to affect the Switch 2 Lite? We all assumed this was a given for Nintendo, a couple of years after the original launch, but now I'm not so sure.' The reader highlighted that while the Switch lacks a hard drive, its substantial RAM makes a cheaper variant challenging. They expressed disappointment, having waited for a Lite model to save money, and now consider buying the current model before prices rise.
Xbox and PlayStation’s Uncertain Future
Another reader, Saint Undead, echoed sentiments that Xbox and PlayStation are 'already dead,' citing Xbox's decline and Sony's lack of a clear plan. They argued that relying on new hardware sales is doomed due to economic pressures. 'Nintendo got really lucky releasing the Switch 2 when they did,' they said, suggesting that delays would have worsened Nintendo's position. They predicted Sony will eventually become a publisher-only entity but will delay acknowledging this.
The Elder Scrolls 6: Disappointment Expected
A reader named It's the children who are wrong expressed pessimism about The Elder Scrolls 6, given Bethesda's and Microsoft's current state. 'I don't see any way that The Elder Scrolls 6 doesn't turn out a massive disappointment,' they wrote. They noted that while Fallout might succeed if handled by Obsidian, a disastrous TES6 could force necessary changes at Bethesda, which they feel haven't occurred after Starfield.
GTA 6: Hated Game and Watershed Moment?
Reader Unlikely prediction predicted that Grand Theft Auto 6 will become 'one of the most hated games in history,' citing its role in killing physical media and introducing government digital ID checks. They claimed the lack of gameplay reveals suggests a buggy mess, but pre-orders have already secured profits. 'The future of gaming is very bleak,' they concluded.
007 First Light: Award Snub and Praise
Taylor Moon argued that 007 First Light will miss game of the year awards due to GTA 6's dominance, despite calling it 'a better action movie than most actual movies.' They noted that any game releasing this year will be overshadowed by Rockstar's title, impacting sales and critical attention.
Cygni: All Guns Blazing: A Shmup Gem
Reader Shmup gold recommended Cygni: All Guns Blazing, a modern 2D shooter with high production values and engaging mechanics. They described its power distribution system, switching between attack and defense modes, as exhilarating. 'To describe the experience as exhilarating would be an understatement,' they said.
Microsoft's Acquisition Regret
Mark Matthews questioned whether Microsoft regrets buying Activision Blizzard for $70+ billion and ZeniMax for $7 billion, given poor outcomes. GameCentral responded: 'We doubt there's anyone at Microsoft that doesn't regret buying Activision Blizzard, since it accelerated Xbox's demise into the mess you see now. Phil Spencer, in particular, must be wishing he never suggested it.'
Triple-A Game Costs: $200-300 Million
Reader The cost of fun expressed shock at learning that triple-A PlayStation 5 games cost between $200 to $300 million to make, with GTA 6 expected to exceed that. They questioned whether such investment guarantees quality, noting that low-budget games can outperform blockbusters. GameCentral countered that publishers seek massive profits like GTA and Fortnite, not modest returns.
Inbox Briefs
Ransom requested a new Final Fight, preferring it over Streets Of Rage. Pascal3 asked about Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave in the summer Nintendo Direct; GameCentral confirmed it was briefly shown with a September 17 release date.
