Just saw this is coming to the switch.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.gamespot.com/amp-articles/e3-2019-alien-isolation-is-coming-to-nintendo-swit/1100-6467698/
If it can be made to run on a switch maybe it can be made to run on PSVR.
Maybe this will help the game to finally make enough money by Sega's estimation.
Quote from: Jacku on Jun 11, 2019, 06:35:08 PM
If it can be made to run on a switch maybe it can be made to run on PSVR.
It could easily run on PSVR. Just needs effort to convert as it wouldn't be a straight port.
I just want the announcement of the new mmo already!
"Well that's a switch" - Hudson
I am happy that more people get the chance to play this jewel of a game now that it has been rereleased for the switch.
But a glimpse of the new MMO shooter would have been so nice! That being said- looking at recent developements in online shooters like anthem or destiny 2- they need to put in a lot of work to not fall in the same traps.
And it needs to be creepy and overwhelming at the same time. Also- give me some crazy new alien designs.
All you need is an Alien planet which has been infected with aliens to make new aliens! Don't let it be on LV426 please. I am done with that planet.
It would appear that Feral Interactive are handling the port.
Full press release regarding the game:
QuoteFeral Interactive today announced that Alien: Isolation, the AAA survival horror game, is coming to Nintendo Switch. Originally developed by Creative Assembly and published by SEGA, Alien: Isolation won multiple awards, and was critically acclaimed for its tense, atmospheric gameplay and fidelity to the production values of the iconic 20th Century Fox film, Alien.
In an original story set fifteen years after the events of the film, players take on the role of Ellen Ripley's daughter Amanda, who seeks to discover the truth behind her mother's disappearance. Marooned aboard the remote space station Sevastopol with a few desperate survivors, players must stay out of sight, and use their wits to survive as they are stalked by the ever-present, unstoppable Alien.
Sevastopol Station is a labyrinthine environment that contains hundreds of hidden items that provide clues to the station's catastrophic decline. As they explore, players will crawl through air vents, scope out hiding places, scavenge for resources, and deploy tech in a life-or-death struggle to outthink the terrifying Alien, whose unpredictable, dynamic behaviour evolves after each encounter.
Alien: Isolation on Nintendo Switch will feature technologies such as gyroscopic aiming and HD rumble to immerse players in its terrifying world wherever they play.
https://nintendoeverything.com/alien-isolation-for-switch-made-by-feral-interactive-has-gyroscopic-aiming-and-hd-rumble/
I don't have a Switch, so...what's "HD rumble"?
Also worth mentioning that they're in discussions still for a physical release - currently planned to be digital only.
I can't help but wonder who the target audience is for ports like this and Resident Evil. When Nintendo are obviously kid-friendly, it makes little sense to put these sorts of games on there. It's amazing what they've done with Witcher but again, why would I want to play it on a handheld with reduced graphics, when I can play it on a massive TV.
Quote from: Hudson on Jun 12, 2019, 02:03:55 PM
I don't have a Switch, so...what's "HD rumble"?
Nothing really. The joy cons have more refined rumble vibrations than you would find in a normal controller. I don't think the rumble is anywhere near as strong as a Dualshock 4.
HD Rumble is a new rumble tech in the switch controllers. Its Eight motors giving a really nice feeling. You can feel the Ice Cubes in the glass.
I love gyroscope aiming. Also interesting to see if the implement the HD rumble well.
Quote from: Darkness on Jun 12, 2019, 06:39:56 PM
I can't help but wonder who the target audience is for ports like this and Resident Evil. When Nintendo are obviously kid-friendly, it makes little sense to put these sorts of games on there. It's amazing what they've done with Witcher but again, why would I want to play it on a handheld with reduced graphics, when I can play it on a massive TV.
Quote from: Hudson on Jun 12, 2019, 02:03:55 PM
I don't have a Switch, so...what's "HD rumble"?
Nothing really. The joy cons have more refined rumble vibrations than you would find in a normal controller. I don't think the rumble is anywhere near as strong as a Dualshock 4.
I've had the same thought about the RE games, particularly when GameCube was the current gen. The fact that the remake of Metal Gear Solid is still exclusive to GameCube...WTF?
People who want to play first party Nintendo games and also want to play M-rated shooters and whatnot will probably just have multiple consoles.
Quote from: Darkness on Jun 12, 2019, 06:39:56 PM
why would I want to play it on a handheld with reduced graphics, when I can play it on a massive TV.
...but you can play the Switch on a massive TV ???
:D
Is the graphical quality different between being docked and on the handheld? I admit, I mostly play my Switch in handheld form but I don't really see any difference compared.
I mean the handheld screen is tiny, so any drop in quality isn't actually going to be noticeable when you're portable. The thing seems to run nice quality graphics docked, but I don't know exact tech specs.
It varies from game to game but you're looking at maximum 720p on the handheld and 900p on the TV. The CPU also is clocked lower so you will see performance issues in handlheld mode.
Quote from: SiL on Jun 13, 2019, 06:02:13 AM
Quote from: Darkness on Jun 12, 2019, 06:39:56 PM
why would I want to play it on a handheld with reduced graphics, when I can play it on a massive TV.
...but you can play the Switch on a massive TV ???
I meant a big TV with a higher resolution. Like a PS4 Pro where you're getting 4K output.
Quote from: Darkness on Jun 12, 2019, 06:39:56 PM
I can't help but wonder who the target audience is for ports like this and Resident Evil. When Nintendo are obviously kid-friendly, it makes little sense to put these sorts of games on there.
Eh? Nintendo have always been ok with adult games since MK2 on SNES. It's there for people that want it.
I just wonder if the Switxh VR can handle it. I know the Zelda VR add-on got a bunch of crap for not being true VR, but that game wasn't made for it. Really curious to see if Nintendo's VR is up to par and this game could be a good example if they go with it.
@ Deaconschrispose - I don't see any reference to the VR function of the Nintendo Switch(Labo VR) being used in this port of the game. Are you getting your wires crossed from an earlier posters wish to get the unfinished PC VR version officially ported to PSVR?
One additional thing: I first played this incredible game on the 360 and (As it was released during the transition between the PS3 to PS4 and X360 to XBONE and the last gen versions were very well done and completely captured the visuals, sounds and spirit of the game. The next gen (now current gen) versions look better but not in any major/transformative way. In other words, the differences are fairly minor (just simple spec updates (higher render resolution, higher shadow details etc) but they essentially look the same, just sharper/clearer, not different looking art assets for instance. This means that the Switch version should look similar to the excellent 360 version which would still be a very nice port and worth getting for someone who has wanted to play but never had a PC/Xbox/Playstation to try it out on. I personally have also picked up the PS4 versions (higher quality) and the PC (for VR Mother mod) so I'm not going to buy the game a fourth time but I highly implore people who haven't get to get this game. It's truly phenomenal if you are an OG Alien fan!
Agreed.
I'm glad Isolation's ported the for Switch user.
Looks good.
Alien Isolation is still a masterpiece.
I'd be interested in knowing how this came about. It's been several years since Isolation released, a lot of the people involved no longer work at Creative Assembly and an entirely separate company made the port. Can only imagine CA had good archiving, for things like the Switch port and that weird machinima / animation series that came out recently to be possible.
Release date 5th December:
Looking good, hope it's successful.
The fact that they get ALL the DLC in one price if awesome, I hope they make loads of money
Real shame there's no physical copy, but looking good either way. Loving all the new trailers!
For a brief moment reading the headline, I thought AI 2 was being announced. Very almost needed new trousers
Quote from: Dingbat on Nov 21, 2019, 07:32:54 PM
The fact that they get ALL the DLC in one price if awesome, I hope they make loads of money
Yeah, I really like that too.
Quote from: MattFiler on Nov 21, 2019, 10:28:21 PM
Real shame there's no physical copy, but looking good either way. Loving all the new trailers!
I feel the same. I'd always rather have the box on the shelf.
Quote from: Grimtaur on Nov 22, 2019, 06:12:13 AM
For a brief moment reading the headline, I thought AI 2 was being announced. Very almost needed new trousers
If only, Grim, if only. But I'm perfectly happy with this news too. I'm really eager to give this a go on the Switch.
I also want a sequel, but I'm fairly sure most of the team behind the original is gone.
Hell, maybe it will make enough money for a sequel other than blackout?
I don't count on it unfortunately.
https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/digitalfoundry-2019-alien-isolation-on-switch-is-the-best-console-version-of-the-game
Glad to hear it's properly optimised.