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    July 13, 2018
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Gaming icons clash in the ultimate brawl you can play anytime, anywhere! Smash rivals off the stage as new characters Simon Belmont and King K. Rool join Inkling, Ridley, and every fighter in Super Smash Bros. history. Enjoy enhanced speed and combat at new stages based on the Castlevania series, Super Mario Odyssey, and more!Having trouble choosing a stage? Then select the Stage Morph option to transform one stage into another while battling~a series first! Plus, new echo fighters Dark Samus, Richter Belmont, and Chrom join the battle. Whether you play locally or online, savor the faster combat, new attacks, and new defensive options, like a perfect shield. Jam out to 900 different music compositions and go 1-on-1 with a friend, hold a 4-player free-for-all, kick it up to 8-player battles and more! Feel free to bust out your GameCube controllers~legendary couch competitions await~or play together anytime, anywhere!Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online play. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/switch-online2018 Nintendo Original Game: Nintendo / HAL Laboratory, Inc. Characters: Nintendo / HAL Laboratory, Inc. / Pok~mon. / Creatures Inc. / GAME FREAK inc. / SHIGESATO ITOI / APE inc. / INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS / Konami Digital Entertainment / SEGA / CAPCOM CO., LTD. / BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. / MONOLITHSOFT / CAPCOM U.S.A., INC. / SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD.
 
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Another Must Own Nintendo Game
on December 14, 2018
Posted by: Shimmy
from Canoga Park, CA
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As someone who has enjoyed every Super Smash game since the original on N64, I can confidently claim that this latest entry is the high point of the series so far. Loaded with an unreal amount of content, various challenges and the most entertaining modes for either solo or multiplayer sessions, Super Smash Bros Ultimate seems to offer truly countless hours of fun and thrills. The game's graphics and performance also seem to be nearly flawless in either TV or handheld modes.
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Play your favorite characters from a classic anime story in Dragon Ball FighterZ for PlayStation 4. This immersive, high-action game lets you master more than one fighting style and features easy-to-learn play. Classic characters, including Goku, Majin Buu and Frieza, enhance the fun, and Dragon Ball FighterZ lets you experience exciting aerial combos each time you play.
 
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A Solid Fighting Game
on December 11, 2018
Posted by: Shimmy
from Canoga Park, CA
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Though I am not familiar with anything else Dragon Ball Z related, I still find this game to be highly enjoyable. The art style makes it look so close to actual 2D anime, and the controls and combat systems are simplified enough for almost anyone to feel like an effective fighter. Tracking all of the different meters in the HUD is a little daunting at first, but after a few matches it starts to make more sense.
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Delve into a classic world with Resident Evil 7 Biohazard: Gold Edition for the PlayStation 4. You play as Chris to survive the latest outbreak and take out new enemies that pop up in swamp-filled areas. Resident Evil 7 Biohazard: Gold Edition includes two new games to increase play options.
 
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A Return to Form for Resident Evil
on December 7, 2018
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from Canoga Park, CA
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Though it features a new gameplay style for the series by featuring a first person perspective, this entry very much feels akin to the way most of the franchise played prior to RE4. This is mostly thanks to the way that the horror elements and tension compliment the slower, more methodical combat and puzzles that were overshadowed or fully missing from some of the later games in the franchise. The movement can feel a bit too slow at times, which is probably my only real gripe with the game so far. Otherwise the gameplay is thrilling, the scares feel well earned and the game looks grotesque in the best possible way with the PS4 pro enhancements.
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Your favorite marsupial, Crash Bandicoot, is back! He~s enhanced, entranced & ready-to-dance with the N. Sane Trilogy game collection. Now you can experience Crash Bandicoot like never before in Fur-K. Spin, jump, wump and repeat as you take on the epic challenges and adventures through the three games that started it all, Crash Bandicoot, Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back and Crash Bandicoot 3: Warped. Relive all your favorite Crash moments in their fully-remastered HD graphical glory and get ready to put some UMPH in your WUMP!
 
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The Playstation Classic on Nintendo
on November 19, 2018
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It's great that all 3 games and the two bonus levels are all included on the cartridge without any extra downloads or installs required, very convenient. While it looks slightly more blurry than it does in other systems due to its lower resolution, the game still holds up on the Switch in every other way.
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Winner of over 175 Game of the Year Awards and recipient of over 250 perfect scores, Red Dead Redemption 2 is the epic tale of outlaw Arthur Morgan and the infamous Van der Linde gang, on the run across America at the dawn of the modern age. Also includes access to the shared living world of Red Dead Online.
 
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Remarkable on Gameplay and Technological Levels
on November 19, 2018
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from Canoga Park, CA
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Certainly one of the more stunning games this generating, in every aspect from its visuals and attention to detail, to its gameplay and the way the world acts and reacts with you in it. And after playing for several hours on the base PS4 before upgrading to a PS4 Pro, I can assure you that the game looks remarkable in either system.
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Swing into action with this Marvel Spider-Man game for the PlayStation 4. This Insomniac offering lets you take crime fighting to all of Manhattan via third-person action, including plenty of iconic web-slinging, parkour moves and combat opportunities. A brand new story line satisfies hardcore fans and newcomers in this Marvel Spider-Man game.
 
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An Amazing Spider-Man Game
on September 19, 2018
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from Canoga Park, CA
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This is perhaps the first game since Spider-Man 2 to get the feeling of being Spider-Man so right. The momentum based swing mechanics makes traversal feel natural and satisfying, combat is fast and fluid and the overall story and writing are engaging and entertaining. Some elements of the game's structure and design feel slightly dated, but all of the more modern flare and epic presentation more than makes up for it. Anyone who considers themselves a fan of action games should give Marvel's Spider-Man a chance.
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Excellent Quality, But Light On Special Features
on September 7, 2018
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Since the film was fully shot in IMAX format, the amount of detail in the picture is amazing, even the digital effects hold up well in this format. Though it claims to have over two hours of special features, that's only if you count the commentary track. Otherwise, all 4 featurettes, deleted scenes and gag reel are under an hour which is a bit disappointing and misleading.
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Play eight separate games in one immersive title with Octopath Traveler for Nintendo Switch. Choose characters ranging from an apothecary to a merchant or warrior to set off on an adventure that includes layered turn-based battles across Square Enix. Octopath Traveler is a unique role-playing game with multiple paths to play each time you pick up the controller.
 
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Excellent JRPG Worth Investing In
on July 31, 2018
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Though it may appear to be simple and have the asthetics of a classic SNES or PS One game, Octopath Traveler is about as deep and slick as most any modern JRPG. The story is well written, presentation is pleasing on a nostalgic level, and the combat system is so varied and carefully thought out and about every fight is highly engaging. Would highly recommend for almost any Nintendo Switch collector.
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Experience Rockstar Games' critically acclaimed open world game, Grand Theft Auto V. When a young street hustler, a retired bank robber and a terrifying psychopath find themselves entangled with some of the most frightening and deranged elements of the criminal underworld, the U.S. government and the entertainment industry, they must pull off a series of dangerous heists to survive in a ruthless city in which they can trust nobody, least of all each other. Explore the stunning world of Los Santos and Blaine County in the ultimate Grand Theft Auto V experience, featuring a range of technical upgrades and enhancements for new and returning players. In addition to increased draw distances and higher resolution, players can expect a range of additions and improvements including: New weapons, vehicles and activities Additional wildlife Denser traffic New foliage system Enhanced damage and weather effects, and much more Grand Theft Auto V also comes with Grand Theft Auto Online, the dynamic and ever-evolving Grand Theft Auto universe with online play for up to 30 players, including all existing gameplay upgrades and content released since the launch of Grand Theft Auto Online. Rise through the ranks to become a CEO of a criminal empire by trading contraband or form a motorcycle club and rule the streets; pull off complex co-operative Heists or enter radical, adrenaline-fueled Stunt Races; compete in unique Adversary modes; or create your own content to play and share with the Grand Theft Auto Community.
 
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Above and Beyond Most Game Remasters
on July 13, 2018
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Not only does this feature greatly improved graphics and performance enhancements over the original PS3/Xbox 360 version, this also features a wide array of other unique features: extra missions, first person mode, more updated and stable online mode, etc. Even if you only buy this for the story campaign and never try the multiplayer, it's still a highly recommended purchase.
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Join intergalactic bounty hunter Samus Aran in her first new 2D Metroid story in 19 years. Samus~ story continues after the events of the Metroid Fusion game when she descends upon planet ZDR to investigate a mysterious transmission sent to the Galactic Federation. After a harrowing encounter with a living Chozo~a race previously thought to be extinct~she ends up deep below the surface of the planet. The remote world has become overrun by vicious alien lifeforms and chilling mechanical menaces. Samus is more agile and capable than ever, but can she overcome the inhuman threats stalking the depths of ZDR?. Face off against unrelenting E.M.M.I. robots. Once DNA-extracting research machines, the imposing E.M.M.I. are now hunting Samus. Tensions are high as you evade these E.M.M.I. to avoid a cruel death while finding a way to take them down. Find out what turned these robotic wonders into the scourge of ZDR and escape with your life. Feel Samus~ power grow as you gain maneuvers and abilities. Parkour over obstacles, slide through tight spaces, counter enemies, and battle your way through a dangerous world. You~ll acquire new and familiar abilities as you traverse the many environments of ZDR. Blast multiple targets with the new Storm. Missile or use the Speed Booster to dash and break through walls. Return to areas and use your new abilities to find upgrades, alternate paths, and a way forward. Explore the sprawling map, evade and destroy E.M.M.I. robots, and overcome the dread plaguing ZDR. New modes let you ease into ZDR, experience true dread, or take on a boss gauntlet. If this is your first time sprinting and shooting as Samus, the new Rookie Mode increases health gained from items and decreases damage from bosses. Bounty Hunters looking for a true challenge can face the new Dread Mode, which can be unlocked if the Hard Mode is finished. Complete the game to unlock Boss Rush and fight Samus~ most formidable foes one-after-another to try to get the best time possible! A new Samus amiibo figure featuring her suit from Metroid Dread and an E.M.M.I. amiibo figure are available in a 2-pack set. Scan the Samus amiibo for an extra energy tank to increase your health by 100; additionally, the Samus amiibo can be tapped again to receive health once per day. The E.M.M.I. amiibo grants Samus a Missile Plus tank, increasing her missile capacity by 10; additionally, the E.M.M.I. amiibo can be tapped again to replenish some missiles once per day. Software Update required. Nintendo.
 
Overall3 out of 53 out of 5
Too Dark On Non-OLED Switch
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The game itself is a compelling return to form for the Metroid 2D series; the atmosphere is eerie and mysterious, the combat is quick and tense (when you learn to parry properly) and the story is presented well through cutscenes and environmental story telling techniques, blending modern and old school styles into one cohesive package.
My only gripe with this game is that the picture is too dark/dim on non-OLED model Switches in handheld mode. I still own an original 2017 model Switch, so when I went from docked to handheld mode the picture was noticeably darker and dimmer than it seemed it should be. Even turning up the brightness to maximum barely helped the picture appear bright enough on the system's screen. Since this issue is not present in other games like Smash Bros. or Luigi's Mansion, it leads me to believe that this game was designed more so with the OLED model Switch in mind, leaving the game to appear dimmer on older models. So if you are like me with an older Switch, know that you may have similar trouble being able to see the game in hand-held mode.
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October 11, 2021
While I'm looking into getting this review removed, I wanted to leave this comment in the meantime for why I'm doing so and to offer some additional info around correcting the brightness issue I had with the game originally.
First and foremost, it turned out my system's auto-brightness setting was the cause of making the game look dark and dull in handheld mode. Once I turned it off and adjusted the brightness myself on the system level, the issue was immediately corrected.
Secondly, I originally intended the rating to be 4 stars, as I still felt the game itself is fun and exceptionally well made. Somehow it saved and uploaded with 3 stars instead, which was not my intention.
As I mentioned before, I will be reaching out to customer service to have this review pulled down for its inaccuracies. But until that request goes through, hopefully this comment helps to correct the errors of my original review.
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The NETGEAR Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi Range Extender boosts your existing network range & speed, delivering extreme dual band WiFi up to 1900Mbps. The 700mW high-powered amplifiers provide extreme range, while the dual core 800MHz processor enables maximum WiFi performance.
 

Does this work with AT&T BGW210 router? I need it for streaming upstairs.

I used it for two weeks with the same AT&T modem you mentioned. It worked, but it would occasionally desync or drop signal, and after a week it would not register the 5GHZ signal.
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The NETGEAR Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi Range Extender boosts your existing network range & speed, delivering extreme dual band WiFi up to 1900Mbps. The 700mW high-powered amplifiers provide extreme range, while the dual core 800MHz processor enables maximum WiFi performance.
 

does this work with comcast router?

Should work with any router as long as it has a WPS button to sync with the device. If your router does not have that, I recommend looking up this device's manual online to see if there are alternative syncing options.
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Venture into an ancient underground kingdom in Hollow Knight for Nintendo Switch. Encounters with hostile and friendly creatures in Dirtmouth lead you to battle and useful clues for acquiring new skills, abilities and other upgrades. Explore bizarre places and escape traps in Hollow Knight to progress in a mystery-filled story.
 

Why does the physical edition cost over twice as much as the digital edition? Are they adding content?

Both versions get all the same content because all the dlc is free and included through automatic updates. The physical version likely costs more simply to offset production costs. If you prefer to save money, then you won't miss out on anything buying digital.
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Experience the Game of the Year Edition of Marvel's Spider-Man, which includes the full game, plus Marvel's Spider-Man: The City That Never Sleeps complete DLC story arc content (Marvel's Spider-Man: The City That Never Sleeps DLC content provided via voucher code to download content. Voucher expires August 28, 2022).
 

Do you need PlayStation Plus for this game?

PS Plus is not required, but you will need to be able to connect your PS4 online to redeem and download the additional content included with the game of the year edition.
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Simplify control over multiple multimedia sources with this three-port Insignia HDMI switch. It supports 3D and 4K videos with DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD audio for seamless playback of high-definition Blu-ray movies, video games and premium cable channels. Easily choose from connected input devices via the selection button of this plug-and-play Insignia HDMI switch.
 

What is it for, or what can it do?

This device is for “adding” more hdmi ports to your tv or monitor. Example: if your tv has 1 hdmi port, but you have 3 devices you want to plug in, then you can plug the 3 devices into this switch and then plug the switch into the tv. This switcher will work with devices that display in 4K resolution or lower.
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Simplify control over multiple multimedia sources with this three-port Insignia HDMI switch. It supports 3D and 4K videos with DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD audio for seamless playback of high-definition Blu-ray movies, video games and premium cable channels. Easily choose from connected input devices via the selection button of this plug-and-play Insignia HDMI switch.
 

If I connect this to a new 4K Samsung smart TV and then plug a Nintendo switch and amazon fire stick into the switch, will it work?

I have used a Nintendo Switch with this device and it works. I do not own an Amazon Firestick, but I have seen posts of other people saying that it does not work.
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Simplify control over multiple multimedia sources with this three-port Insignia HDMI switch. It supports 3D and 4K videos with DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD audio for seamless playback of high-definition Blu-ray movies, video games and premium cable channels. Easily choose from connected input devices via the selection button of this plug-and-play Insignia HDMI switch.
 

Do I need to buy extra plugs for the output? I have a cable plug and a Rocu with a plug but does the output plug come with the device?

You will need another 4K capable HDMI cable for the output. This product only comes with the switcher and power cable.
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Simplify control over multiple multimedia sources with this three-port Insignia HDMI switch. It supports 3D and 4K videos with DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD audio for seamless playback of high-definition Blu-ray movies, video games and premium cable channels. Easily choose from connected input devices via the selection button of this plug-and-play Insignia HDMI switch.
 

what does it mean 4K and HDH Pass-through. are all of the ports actually 4K? I have a 4k blueray player and 4K satellite dish, but only 1 4K input on my TV.

All three inputs support real 4K. So as long as you plug the device into the 4K input of your TV, then everything will display in 4K. HDR pass through means that if your devices have HDR features and your TV can display HDR, then this device will allow HDR to work. This is advertised because past hdmi switchers have supported 4K, but not HDR.
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