The Besties What makes Nintendo different from the rest
Jun 21, 2024
Nintendo surprises everyone with big announcements, including a Zelda game starring Zelda. The Besties also dive into Destiny 2's last major update, The Final Shape, and reminisce about the launch year of Metroid Prime 4. Exciting times ahead!
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Zelda's Turn
- Nintendo defied expectations with its latest Direct, announcing a new Zelda game starring Zelda herself.
- This is the first Zelda game to focus on her, marking a significant moment for the franchise.
Nintendo's Advantage
- Nintendo's long-term planning and IP management give them an advantage.
- They can generate excitement by simply announcing a game, relying on their track record of quality.
Metroid Prime 4 Reveal
- The Metroid Prime 4 gameplay reveal felt underwhelming, lacking substance to justify its prominent placement.
- It didn't offer much beyond showing familiar Metroid Prime gameplay.