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The video review provides an in-depth examination of the Nintendo Switch port of "Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2" (KOTOR 2). The reviewer, an avid fan, compares the Switch version to other platforms, noting it runs smoothly but includes no significant updates or fixes to longstanding bugs. The Switch version is especially praised in handheld mode for its enhanced visuals on the OLED screen, although docked mode suffers from intrusive black bars. Despite the smooth gameplay, the absence of touchscreen support detracts from the experience.
A major focus is on the anticipated "restored content mod," previously cut from the original game, which will be available as DLC post-release. The reviewer criticizes this delay, suggesting that releasing the game without this mod deprives players of the definitive experience. Key issues with the port include audio dropouts, navigation difficulties in menus, severe visual bugs, and multiple hard crashes, which limit playability. Despite these problems, the reviewer maintains that KOTOR 2’s story remains compelling and recommends the game for its low cost and handheld convenience. However, they strongly advise waiting for the restored content mod to fully appreciate the game. The video concludes with community engagement encouragement and a Star Wars-themed sign-off.
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In this part of the video, the reviewer shares their enthusiasm for “Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2,” mentioning they’ve played it over 30 times and have a deep familiarity with the game. The review is focused on the Nintendo Switch port of the game, comparing it to its optimal platform performance. Key points include that the Switch port does not offer significant updates or bug fixes and mirrors performance issues seen on other versions, such as specific lag spots. However, it has been optimized for high definition and both docked and handheld modes. The handheld experience is preferred due to the OLED screen, which enhances the game’s visuals despite its age. When docked, the game suffers from intrusive black bars during cutscenes and dialogue scenes, diminishing the immersive experience. The reviewer questions why this issue exists on consoles despite Aspire’s efforts to provide widescreen support on PC, which modernizes the game’s look. Overall, the gameplay and user interface on the Switch remain consistent with the original console experience.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses their experience with the Nintendo Switch port of “Knights of the Old Republic.” They find that the game runs and plays well, and cycling through characters and abilities is straightforward. Despite initial concerns about difficulty on the Switch, the experience was smooth. However, they were disappointed by the lack of touchscreen support, especially since the mobile versions include it, which would enhance navigation on a handheld device.
Performance-wise, the game runs smoothly with only occasional choppiness, noting that it might run slightly worse when docked compared to handheld mode. A notable positive is the HUD fading out for a more immersive experience, a feature not present in the PC version.
The speaker’s main grievance is the absence of restored content at launch. They explain the importance of the restored content mod, which reintroduces cut content from the original game, significantly enhancing the gameplay experience. This mod is highly anticipated for the Switch port, recognized and supported by both the community and the game’s original developers.
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In this segment, the speaker discusses the announcement that the “restored content mod” for Knights of the Old Republic II (KOTOR 2) will be available as downloadable content (DLC), but only post-release for the Nintendo Switch. They believe this is a significant mistake because it means new players will experience an unfinished version of the game, missing out on what is considered the definitive experience. The speaker argues the game should have been delayed until the mod was ready to be released alongside it. Despite this, the speaker still praises the vanilla version of the game for its incredible story, which they consider the best Star Wars story of all time, even though it lacks certain dialogue interactions and cut scenes present in the mod.
The speaker also mentions several bugs present in the game that can hinder the experience. Notably, there’s a dialogue bug on the Switch that forces players to skip important character moments and dialogue deliveries, which the speaker suggests might be hard to fix due to the lack of original source code. Other bugs include less impactful but amusing issues like character animation glitches, Mira appearing without a pressure suit, and level-up symbols not appearing on the player portrait. These bugs might be charming to long-time players but could be off-putting to new players.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses several issues with the Nintendo Switch port of “Knights of the Old Republic 2.” There are occasional audio dropouts, particularly in menus and combat. The upgrade menu is difficult to navigate due to faint icon highlights, unlike other platforms. Major issues include severe visual bugs in cutscenes, making some unwatchable, and the game experiencing over six hard crashes. The speaker advises frequent saving due to these crashes but notes limited save slots as a hindrance. Despite these negatives, the speaker praises the game’s overall quality and recommends awaiting the restored content mod before purchasing the Switch version.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the upcoming DLC for KOTOR 2 and suggests waiting for its release for the definitive experience, especially if you have never played the restored content mod. The speaker advises that playing the original version can highlight the additions made by the restored content mod. They recommend the Switch port of KOTOR 2 due to its low cost and the convenience of handheld play, stating it performs well and optimizes the game effectively. The speaker thanks Aspire for an advanced copy of the game for review purposes and encourages viewers to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and join the KOTOR community on YouTube. They also close with a Star Wars-themed sign-off.