Omg, I picked up the labo VR as gifts for my family. I got 3 of them. Yes they're awesome buttttt.....I'm the one making all the damn toy-cons!!! Aaaffhgh@$%!!!!! They're taking me forever to make lol.... at first it was cool, but after the 2nd box I started going mad lol!!!
@@SwitchUpYt Haha thanks. I do keep a smile on my face while making them.😁I have one more to go today. So far my fav is the camera/scuba diver one. The kid likes the gun(of course lol) and mom likes the bird. It would have been the best xmas ever, I'm suprised they didnt wait until then. We sure couldn't lol
Yeah. I'm actually surprised that not many know about the switch. Natsume is tarnishing and cashing in on the Harvest Moon name while only the most dedicated fans know that the title has changed to Story of Seasons.
@@SaberisloveSaberislife Yeah! I haven't played Harvest moon sense Magical Melodies on game cube witch in my option was the last great harvest moon game!
I know this is a late comment, but if you are reading this and live in the US, buy this right now! It's on sale for only $7.49! Definitely worth it! If you like Stardew Valley, you'll enjoy this as well.
I've owned it on PC since early access. Just got it on Switch for the same sale price! I understand the port version isn't up to par with PC, but for $7.49 it's worth it!
Farming/gathering? Mining? Animal husbandry? Post-apocalyptic setting? Sign me up! I like that it’s not as linear either and you’re more open to explore. I definitely get that Stardew Valley feeling from the review. Great job Mark! I want to pick this up now... I’m a big fan of MMO’s (sank a lot of years into WoW haha) so I hope someday they add multiplayer to this too. I like that it’s not just farming game. Can I leave my farm for a day or so and it won’t implode?
Initially played a quick trial on the PC, and was instantly hooked. That was a year ago. Just this week, with the soft copy being 50% off at the eShop, I purchased a copy for switch. Loading times are longer compared to the PC loading time, but the controls are easily superior. I still love it.
This game have been on stream for over a year. I've played the heck out of this game. If you like harvest moon and stardew valley you will love this game. It's less so farming and has an emphasis on building things. You are pretty much an engineer and build everything from scratch. You fix up the town by building bridges, bus stops, the buses themselves, and many more things.
At first I was gonna wait for the physical release here in the US... but between this review and the price difference, I DON'T THINK I CAN STOP MYSELF FROM DOWNLOADING IT. 😭 Thank you, sir.
Yep..heard its been delayed til may 14th. ( the date at my local place says may, ( Im in canada btw) just actually finally saw the physical copy online at my local gamestore tonight & i was so excited.. then i found out that news. They say its a manufacturing problem ( wonder what that means?) Hope they can sort whatever it is out..
@@PopCultureFan_ I got an email from the site I ordered from that it would arrive today, plus a code for the pre-order stuff. We'll see, now I'm doubtful I'll receive anything😂🙇♀️
Luckily I have a day off and I didn’t realise I was playing my time at Portia till 5 am that’s how addictive this game is such a relaxing fun game and definitely worth a buy if you enjoy these life sims and with subsequent updates that will put it on the same version that’s on pc I can only imagine i will be spending even more time in Portia
I've really enjoyed this game so far. It reminds me of Harvest Moon. I love all the little festivities and details. The 3D, full camera game experience is what I prefer. I'm not so crazy about side scrolling and cell shaded games. This one is SO worth it!
I love this game. The loading screens when it first came out literally made me go “this isn’t for me”. They fixed that a bit so I still play. I’m also gonna get the physical copy 😊
I’ve been impressed by the scope of this game, and the variety of things to do. It lacks a little polish (I’m surprised you didn’t dock points for the voice acting), but otherwise it feels like a needed expansion of what this genre can be. The Story of Seasons franchise (what Harvest Moon is called now) has slipped a bit recently, with their last game feeling limited and lackluster compared to what other studios are doing. I hope Marvelous Inc. is taking notes, and can come back strong. Rune Factory 4 is the best of that franchise, so I’m looking forward to the Special edition for Switch. Though compared to Portia, it might seem simplistic and grindy. It does, however, have some of the best relationships and characters I’ve seen. I’m hoping they knock Rune Factory 5 out of the park.
This was a great comment. It's so nice to read stuff like this - you clearly know your stuff about these types of games. I might have to pick your brain next time! Hope you enjoyed the review. Mark
I did enjoy the review, and I love seeing people get into the relaxing addictiveness of the genre. I like exploding heads in Borderlands as much as the next person, but I can spend just as many hours tending crops and preparing gifts for townsfolk. I’m no expert, just a passionate casual.
Later when you upgrade your assembly station it links all of your chests together and auto crafts in a que if you have the materials. Forges get automated among other things.
Currently watching the review again and reading comments because it's currently 7.49USD. Think I'm gonna pick this up because I'm about to finish Graveyard Keeper (which I also picked up thanks to you).
I have never been a person who plays games on the computer. My boyfriend convinced me to buy this game. I'm absolutely hooked! I find it very interesting. I love the variety. I have spent a lot of hours on this game. That's something I have never done with a computer game. I recommend it to anyone.
Solid review, I like that you pointed out the flaws but also the strengths the game has. Definitely looks like an amazing game, will be buying the physical version for sure.
Hi ! I don't like this kind of weird-proportioned graphics but the way you're talking about it is making me think that I should look beyond that... I should give it a try some day. Thank you !
I didn't know I needed a "higher level of production Switch games review channel" in my life before watching this video. Subbed. Edit: Although giving scores in a video review is a bit useless, as your description says way more about the game than a score. But I can look over that.
@@psycho6ninja954 it's definitely the same feeling. I have sunk over 300 hours in Stardew Valley. I've sunk about 5 hours into this today and as far as I can see there's definitely more to do.
Great stuff Blair! Been playing this one for about a month now and it just gets better. I find it more rewarding than SV but I love that games co-op so. They're both amazing to be fair. Mark
Just downloaded for free when I saw it on game pass. Cant believe I've never heard of this game. After playing harvest moon back in the day and more recently stardew valley, this game looks amazing. So excited to get into it
I've put 40+ hours on my Switch, and as fun and addictive as it is, I couldn't resist on buying it on Steam. And now I regret spending money on the Switch version. Even after lots of improvements, the Switch version has got loads of stutters, low framerate, huuge loading times when entering/leaving places (not to mention loading your game/save, which still takes 3-5 minutes) and having to wait for the inventory/assembly station to load every time you want to access it gets incredibly annoying very quickly. None of those have I experienced on the PC. 60fps+, almost no loading anywhere(whereas you spend a lot of time looking at the loading screen on Switch), voiceovers (which are missing on the Switch, no surprise there), the animations and movements are pure joy for your eyes and managing equipment (especially when you have dozens of chests, which - trust me - you'll need fairly quickly) is a million times faster and easier with a mouse and a more responsive UI. Overall, it's an amazing game, which you'll get instantly addicted to - but if you can, save yourselves trouble and buy it on PC. Thanks for reading!
This game has been on my steam wishlist since I heard about it. But I recently bought a switch a few days ago, awaiting Animal Crossing New Horizons. Was reminded of this games existence because of a video that was a list of games to play while we wait for ACNH. I only have a handful of games for my switch right now, and none of them can hold my attention for more than half an hour. Seeing as it's the same price on steam, I think I'm going to take the plunge and get the Switch version... Thanks for the review!
I honestly thought this was just a 3D Stardew Valley and another redundant game; but the review defo shows how the game is unique on its own and has such a large world to explore and do. It seems more like a mix of animal crossing and stardew valley with added elements!
switch version like a low - med setting from PC, but im still enjoying this game i think they will downgrade the graphic or something Thankyou for the review finally bought this game xD
Reminds me of a 3d stardew valley, I may pick it up for my daughter😁 lol no multiplayer 😰, but team17, hmm doesn't look to bad but I can't wait for Sims on switch hopefully soon. Great review 👍😀
I saw this game in the shops today and was thinking if you should do a review. I had an eye on this game, and now I know it's worth getting. My day just keeps getting better
Bought this on early access for PC last year and it's amazing. I've pre-ordered the digital switch ver and so far it's good. The cons: - slow loading screen - sudden error when loading (which made me lost a day progress) - a bit of wonky movement and buttons Other than that this game is golden and pretty nice if you like HM or RF series! The characters on the game are pretty nice although a bit bland on some places, the dungeons are decent and the monsters are pretty good. Personally I'll give this 8/10 Because after you got everything and progress further into the story there's a lot of more interesting things to do
Glad this was good one game can't wait for animal crossing switch & Rune Factory 4 &5 those game will explode the switch xD. Thanks for the review definitely on my list keep it up !!
How much did the loading time change by? you mention pre-launch patch it was at 3 minutes to leave your house but never mentioned what the improvement was. 1 minute is a big reduction but for me that sort of load time is still a long time. Nice review though :).
Massively. Loading in to the game for the first time is still long but your average load time is now only a few seconds. Nothing nearly as bad. Thanks. Mark
Definitely was hesitant to buy, but you definitely changed that! It almost even has a Farmville-esk touch to it as well to the expanded Stardew Minecrafty feel
Great review Mark 👍...... I'm not on this at the minute might wait for a sale.... Did animal crossing happen? I swear my brother mentioned a new game??..... Keep it up boys you're be up to 1mil sub by Xmas 2019
I saw this game as a pre-order and really wanted it! I plan on watching this video when I get home to see if it's worth my time. I love these sorts of video games. Team 17 make fantastic games. This game kind of reminds me of Fantasy Life. EDIT: I love the way you guys review games! Almost finished with the video (I decided to watch it early... I couldn't wait haha). Great video!
Hahaha thanks for watching my friend, you're a star. This is a brilliant game to be fair I like it much more than the final score but I have to be as impartial as possible. Mark
The very first load in is longer. After that it's fine. I usually just have the game running so that not an issue for me. If you tend to switch back and forth between many games you'll notice it more. Mark
Awesome review! :-) What's the differences between the PC and Switch versions? I know there's no voice acting in the console versions... which I'm cool with. But has things like rain (and other weather effects) been nerfed?
I’m super excited for this game! I ordered the physical which is out I believe May 14th, 16? I forget.. but yeah this will keep me busy until Animal Crossing comes out. Seeing as how I already put over 300 hours into Stardew Valley, this one will def scratch the itch I have felt waiting for Animal Crossing!
This is a great game, but I do have some gripes. Even with the patch, the game still lags at points in the game. Like chopping certain trees, placing items, etc just like the review said. Also dialogue seems to cut off if it fills the entire text box. Not sure why.
Gullysquad I think switchups score is on point. I played it all day yesterday and it’s definitely addicting and fun but the game itself is sorta buggy and the load times are pretty excruciating 😖. Games not perfect but I’d say it’s worth the 30 bux if your into this sort of thing.
"You'll never know of the load times that took three minutes to leave your house." Played Morrowind as a teen on the Xbox in 2001. Load times now - even messed up ones - are a breeze. I just sit and am grateful it's not 2001 LOL!
The updates and patches that were released for the PC version ages ago will finally be released on consoles next American summer. Then, I'll resume playing it.
Really interested in this game, and after this review I shall be picking it up.. Just need to find time to play it as I'm currently addicted to footie manager.
@@SwitchUpYt philippines, where you can see people get crucified during holy week 😂. Then, probably at the end of the month i'll be living in oman. New job 😂
Question. If 100% sure I’ll buy the remastered tune factory 4 and I already have Stardew Valley. Is this game worth it?? Please reply I really want thoughts!
Animal Feces - Nothing good comes from this 💩 “I must beg to differ” Also no video capture support? 🤔 If this were running 60fps ( which it should given the simplistic visuals ) and had online co-op support then I might bite, but alas I must forego this one for now.
Hahaha I'd say they actually did a great job with visuals there's a ton going on and it's butter most of the time. No capture support sucks and the lack of co-op is a pain in the ass. Mark
Hello, Can I export my save game from My Time at Portia game to Nintendo Save Data Cloud Backup after purchasing a membership on Nintendo Online service ?
I have conflicting feelings about this game. On one hand, it seems exactly my type of experience, a slow and comfy game to relax and enjoy in small doses (like Stardew Valley). On the other however, I just cannot bring myself to like the art style--it looks so ugly! I feel it has the aesthetics of a cheap and generic mobile-like game such as those made by Big Fish and the likes. Anyhow, great review guys! I honestly don't get the numeric values you gave to anything (they seem rather arbitrary), but I really like how you guys write. I love how personal your reviews are, which is exactly how I feel art should be written about.
@Ogami Not really, it has nothing to do with the quality of the Switch's graphics. I personally don't care about the technical side of graphics and am more than content with what the switch can do. No, I meant art style, i.e., the design of the characters and spaces, the color palette, the way animals look, etc. I just think it's ugly. Which is a bummer because everything else looks so nice!
I love games like this and bought this day one, sadly it was pretty much unplayable with huge problems and ever after 2-3 patches it's god awful and now it's long since deleted and I'm back on Stardew. What a shame as it looked so promising
That's exactly my thoughts. Luckily my daughter and I could just sit and play together and plan the farm etc but it would have been nice to split screen it. Mark
just picked this up on switch seems like a cozy game to play when i wona chill got it for £8 on sale wish i could of picked up physical but i couldnt turn that sale down
They took some key fitures out of the game and even then the lag and loading screens are real. If you don't have a PC give it a go.. if you have a PC i would strongly recommend to buy it on steam.
I also play on a Switch (handheld mode) and I simply cannot upgrade the Assembly Station to Level 2. Quite possibly it's something that I'm doing but it obviously severely limits my options in game. At first I was highly irritated by it but by now I've reconciled myself to playing My Time At Portia: Foraging Style lolol.
Hey SwitchUp family we hit 28,000 subs! Thanks to you! This one has eaten so much of my Time I’ve had a blast! Anyone picking this up? Mark
But I still have stardew valley on my backlog!!! What have you done guys xD
Omg, I picked up the labo VR as gifts for my family. I got 3 of them. Yes they're awesome buttttt.....I'm the one making all the damn toy-cons!!! Aaaffhgh@$%!!!!! They're taking me forever to make lol.... at first it was cool, but after the 2nd box I started going mad lol!!!
@@redbeardnj yeah heard they they take hours!!! Hahaha you're a good man! Mark
@@SwitchUpYt Haha thanks. I do keep a smile on my face while making them.😁I have one more to go today. So far my fav is the camera/scuba diver one. The kid likes the gun(of course lol) and mom likes the bird. It would have been the best xmas ever, I'm suprised they didnt wait until then. We sure couldn't lol
Hahaha sorry my friend!! Mark
A game where i can disappoint the whole town? Count me in.
Hahahaha
Love your pfp of Jungwoo. UwU
lmao
😂😂😂😂😂 exactly
It's like Story of Seasons, Rune Factory and Stardew Valley all in one which is great since I'm a big fan of farming simulation.
Definitely. Mark
I'm actually happy that you chose to say Story of Seasons instead of Harvest Moon.
Yeah. I'm actually surprised that not many know about the switch. Natsume is tarnishing and cashing in on the Harvest Moon name while only the most dedicated fans know that the title has changed to Story of Seasons.
Coo!
@@SaberisloveSaberislife Yeah! I haven't played Harvest moon sense Magical Melodies on game cube witch in my option was the last great harvest moon game!
It plays like Stardew Valley and Minecraft had a baby. It's pretty fun. Played a demo on Steam.
I know this is a late comment, but if you are reading this and live in the US, buy this right now! It's on sale for only $7.49! Definitely worth it! If you like Stardew Valley, you'll enjoy this as well.
Yeah it’s on sale again for this price buying it now just wanted to watch the review first
Is it fun for someone who hasn't tried stardew or animal crossing and things like that?
I've owned it on PC since early access. Just got it on Switch for the same sale price! I understand the port version isn't up to par with PC, but for $7.49 it's worth it!
I got it on sale and used my credits and got it for 99 cents I’m looking forward to getting into it
Farming/gathering? Mining? Animal husbandry? Post-apocalyptic setting? Sign me up! I like that it’s not as linear either and you’re more open to explore. I definitely get that Stardew Valley feeling from the review. Great job Mark! I want to pick this up now... I’m a big fan of MMO’s (sank a lot of years into WoW haha) so I hope someday they add multiplayer to this too. I like that it’s not just farming game. Can I leave my farm for a day or so and it won’t implode?
Yeah - you’re totally free really as you can build water irrigation and the animals don’t come until later. They’ll be ok hahaha. Mark
Initially played a quick trial on the PC, and was instantly hooked. That was a year ago. Just this week, with the soft copy being 50% off at the eShop, I purchased a copy for switch. Loading times are longer compared to the PC loading time, but the controls are easily superior.
I still love it.
This game have been on stream for over a year. I've played the heck out of this game. If you like harvest moon and stardew valley you will love this game. It's less so farming and has an emphasis on building things. You are pretty much an engineer and build everything from scratch. You fix up the town by building bridges, bus stops, the buses themselves, and many more things.
Cheers Dominic! Mark
At first I was gonna wait for the physical release here in the US... but between this review and the price difference, I DON'T THINK I CAN STOP MYSELF FROM DOWNLOADING IT. 😭 Thank you, sir.
You’re most welcome! Enjoy! Mark
I don't know why it is $10 more in the physical release than getting it for $30 from the eshop
@@kevinbriones1431 or when it goes on sale for 7.49
Played this game about 30 hours on the pc in early acces. Its time to return looking at this video. A lot has changed.
My physical copy will arrive today, so I'm relieved it's reviewed so positively😊
Great stuff!! I thought they'd delayed the physical release? Maybe I'm wrong? Mark
Yep..heard its been delayed til may 14th. ( the date at my local place says may, ( Im in canada btw)
just actually finally saw the physical copy online at my local gamestore tonight & i was so excited..
then i found out that news.
They say its a manufacturing problem ( wonder what that means?) Hope they can sort whatever it is out..
@@PopCultureFan_ I got an email from the site I ordered from that it would arrive today, plus a code for the pre-order stuff. We'll see, now I'm doubtful I'll receive anything😂🙇♀️
Physical copy??
@@Gambit2483 Yeah, well they said a physical copy would be coming out too along with digital. They said that month ago.
Awesome review! Even though this style of game is not my cup of tea... This review was well written and could convince most people to buy it...
Thanks my dude, really appreciate that. You're a legend mate. Mark
Luckily I have a day off and I didn’t realise I was playing my time at Portia till 5 am that’s how addictive this game is such a relaxing fun game and definitely worth a buy if you enjoy these life sims and with subsequent updates that will put it on the same version that’s on pc I can only imagine i will be spending even more time in Portia
They will add tons to this I’m sure. Mark
Big fan of this type of game. Will pick this up to cure my stardew valley addiction
From heroin to cocaine? :D
Hahaha exactly!! Mark
Yeah, that's one way to cure it hahaha. Mark
The initial use of heroine was to cure cocaine addiction 😂
Knowledge is power
One correction - money does indeed grow on trees. When you chop them you get a few coins each time lol.
Great review, cheers :D
Foiled again! Haha! Cheers. Mark
I've really enjoyed this game so far. It reminds me of Harvest Moon. I love all the little festivities and details. The 3D, full camera game experience is what I prefer. I'm not so crazy about side scrolling and cell shaded games. This one is SO worth it!
I love this game. The loading screens when it first came out literally made me go “this isn’t for me”. They fixed that a bit so I still play. I’m also gonna get the physical copy 😊
Exactly this. They will keep fixing it up as well. Mark
PHYSICAL COPY? Gosh on amazon I can only find 2...one used for 56$ and another used for 101$ LOL
I’ve been impressed by the scope of this game, and the variety of things to do. It lacks a little polish (I’m surprised you didn’t dock points for the voice acting), but otherwise it feels like a needed expansion of what this genre can be. The Story of Seasons franchise (what Harvest Moon is called now) has slipped a bit recently, with their last game feeling limited and lackluster compared to what other studios are doing. I hope Marvelous Inc. is taking notes, and can come back strong.
Rune Factory 4 is the best of that franchise, so I’m looking forward to the Special edition for Switch. Though compared to Portia, it might seem simplistic and grindy. It does, however, have some of the best relationships and characters I’ve seen. I’m hoping they knock Rune Factory 5 out of the park.
This was a great comment. It's so nice to read stuff like this - you clearly know your stuff about these types of games. I might have to pick your brain next time! Hope you enjoyed the review. Mark
I did enjoy the review, and I love seeing people get into the relaxing addictiveness of the genre. I like exploding heads in Borderlands as much as the next person, but I can spend just as many hours tending crops and preparing gifts for townsfolk.
I’m no expert, just a passionate casual.
@@arellajardin8188 best way to be, really appreciate you commenting. Mark
Later when you upgrade your assembly station it links all of your chests together and auto crafts in a que if you have the materials. Forges get automated among other things.
Hell yeah!! Nice one. Mark
This sounds well worth waiting on the physical edition. Great review. Really looking forward to it. Excited to see what you guys have up next
So much this week! Keep em peeled my friend! Mark
Thank you for this excellent review! I love Animal Crossing, Rune Factory, Harvest Moon and Fantasy Life, so this one seems to be right up my alley.
You're most welcome Jessica! Welcome to the channel. Mark
Currently watching the review again and reading comments because it's currently 7.49USD. Think I'm gonna pick this up because I'm about to finish Graveyard Keeper (which I also picked up thanks to you).
I picked it up during the sale and I loved it!
@@bibaysyarts5292 I know right? lol
I've been looking forward to this game for a while, can't wait to pick it up.
I have never been a person who plays games on the computer. My boyfriend convinced me to buy this game. I'm absolutely hooked! I find it very interesting. I love the variety. I have spent a lot of hours on this game. That's something I have never done with a computer game. I recommend it to anyone.
Awesome!!!
Solid review, I like that you pointed out the flaws but also the strengths the game has. Definitely looks like an amazing game, will be buying the physical version for sure.
Bought it, can’t wait to play it. Great review as always.
Thanks Caroline, this one's a real life eater! Beware! Mark
Hi ! I don't like this kind of weird-proportioned graphics but the way you're talking about it is making me think that I should look beyond that... I should give it a try some day. Thank you !
Yeah it’s a fun game for sure
I didn't know I needed a "higher level of production Switch games review channel" in my life before watching this video. Subbed.
Edit: Although giving scores in a video review is a bit useless, as your description says way more about the game than a score. But I can look over that.
Hehehe love that! Thanks so much man, happy Easter! Mark
Really love the look of this, been waiting for a new Stardew Valley fix!
Waited till midnight to play this after over a years wait. It's amazing.
Better than stardew?
@@psycho6ninja954 it's definitely the same feeling. I have sunk over 300 hours in Stardew Valley. I've sunk about 5 hours into this today and as far as I can see there's definitely more to do.
Great stuff Blair! Been playing this one for about a month now and it just gets better. I find it more rewarding than SV but I love that games co-op so. They're both amazing to be fair. Mark
@@SwitchUpYt I love SV. Havent yet managed to find anyone to play coop on it with yet but it's crazy that it's all one dude.
Yeah me too, i waited until night to play it
Just downloaded for free when I saw it on game pass. Cant believe I've never heard of this game. After playing harvest moon back in the day and more recently stardew valley, this game looks amazing. So excited to get into it
O my I am going to play and upload this as soon as I get home.
Great stuff, let me know how you get on! Mark
I've put 40+ hours on my Switch, and as fun and addictive as it is, I couldn't resist on buying it on Steam. And now I regret spending money on the Switch version. Even after lots of improvements, the Switch version has got loads of stutters, low framerate, huuge loading times when entering/leaving places (not to mention loading your game/save, which still takes 3-5 minutes) and having to wait for the inventory/assembly station to load every time you want to access it gets incredibly annoying very quickly. None of those have I experienced on the PC. 60fps+, almost no loading anywhere(whereas you spend a lot of time looking at the loading screen on Switch), voiceovers (which are missing on the Switch, no surprise there), the animations and movements are pure joy for your eyes and managing equipment (especially when you have dozens of chests, which - trust me - you'll need fairly quickly) is a million times faster and easier with a mouse and a more responsive UI.
Overall, it's an amazing game, which you'll get instantly addicted to - but if you can, save yourselves trouble and buy it on PC. Thanks for reading!
This game has been on my steam wishlist since I heard about it. But I recently bought a switch a few days ago, awaiting Animal Crossing New Horizons. Was reminded of this games existence because of a video that was a list of games to play while we wait for ACNH. I only have a handful of games for my switch right now, and none of them can hold my attention for more than half an hour. Seeing as it's the same price on steam, I think I'm going to take the plunge and get the Switch version... Thanks for the review!
Have you gotten smash Mario and botw?
Brings back childhood memories of harvest moon a wonderful life
I been FIENDING for this game since they announced it last year ❤❤❤ glad to see it performs well on switch
Yeah it's a real time vacuum this one! Mark
Don’t get it on the switch. The game is horribly glitchy and frequently crashes.
"like myself"
I was drinking tea! Nearly spat it out 😂
Hehehe made me chuckle Katherine! Did you pick this up? Mark
@@SwitchUpYt ordering it on payday, it's definitely a me game 😁
I'm buying this game today thanks to your review, Glen!
Looks fun and relaxing, but I feel like the graphics are lacking the charm that Stardew and Moonlighter have. I'm pretty nostalgic though.
I think your daughter should do this review Mark ! At least write it for dad to read !
like this if you agree everyone !
sabre_wulf1 Maybe she wrote this!? Hehe. Mark
Enjoyed the review. Will probably get it today or sometime this week
Thanks mate - it’s a good game this one! Mark
I honestly thought this was just a 3D Stardew Valley and another redundant game; but the review defo shows how the game is unique on its own and has such a large world to explore and do. It seems more like a mix of animal crossing and stardew valley with added elements!
Exactly that Jennifer - it has more than enough to make it stand out. Mark
Literally a 3D Stardew Valley. Looks awesome
That's it yeah. Mark
switch version like a low - med setting from PC, but im still enjoying this game
i think they will downgrade the graphic or something
Thankyou for the review finally bought this game xD
Glad you're enjoying it as much as me. Mark
Muhammad Sahal Utsmani is it true that it plays much worse on Switch compared to PS4? Thanks .
The physical copy is delayed on Amazon, so I'll purchase the digital copy instead👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Cool Lex let me know how you get on mate! Mark
Thank you so much for this great review. I will probably buy it one day, when I have played the umpteen games, I have purchased lately. ^^
You're welcome. Mark
It's on sale for $7.49 in Eshop. I believe I'll pick it up for that. Lol should have fun. I played a little on mobile but didn't like Mobile controls.
Great video mate! Im a big fan of stardew valley and cant wait to try this out! Keep up the goodwork
Would never have given this game a second look but I'm very seriously thinking about getting it now
Careful - it will suck you in!! Mark
Reminds me of a 3d stardew valley, I may pick it up for my daughter😁 lol no multiplayer 😰, but team17, hmm doesn't look to bad but I can't wait for Sims on switch hopefully soon. Great review 👍😀
Yeah, this is a very addictive game indeed. Nice to have the RPG bits more fleshed out. Mark
I love the art style in this game... cheerful and gorgeous.
Hey that's how nobody describes me...ever. haha. Mark
Almost picked this up on PC awhile back, glad I saw it was coming to Switch, seems like the perfect game to take on the go.
That’s exactly right - this is almost the perfect mobile experience. Mark
5:00 Dude go up to chests and press L for recolour, at the top you can rename the chest.
Lovely stuff I'll do that! Mark
i didnt know that!! thanks for the tip, handy!
When you open a chest, you can cycle through them aswell. So you don't have to remember when you put things.
Best review I’ve found so far . Thank you.
this and dragon quest builders 2....im in heaven..
Great time to be a gamer! Mark
I was excited to have a new game to play with my partner...
But, no co-op is a deal breaker
Yeah, such a shame. Just two players would have elevated this massively. Mark
I swear this is a mistake all these games make, blows my mind.
@@BushSniffers strange isn't it?
I like being able to spar with anyone, that shit is so sick. I just think the male character creator is a little meh.
Yeah I'd agree. Mark
Thanks Mark for this review, I was looking forward to this game. Now I can pick up my copy later on 😁😁👍🏽👍🏽
Cheers Craig, the backlog is real my friend! Mark
SwitchUp my backlog is pretty clear.. I kinda got through it over my winter break..
@@getcraig55 very cool, then you're good to go! Mark
SwitchUp absolutely, and I jus finished Yoshi Crafted World up on Sunday..
Looks and sounds better than my expectations 👍
I saw this game in the shops today and was thinking if you should do a review.
I had an eye on this game, and now I know it's worth getting.
My day just keeps getting better
It looks like BOTW and Starview Valley had a baby and made this game perfect for all ages. Love it
It’s a very good game I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. Mark
Exactly this
At 2.57 minutes left the song sounds like sims1 soundtrack lol. Great video will. Cop now its £8.00
Bought this on early access for PC last year and it's amazing.
I've pre-ordered the digital switch ver and so far it's good. The cons:
- slow loading screen
- sudden error when loading (which made me lost a day progress)
- a bit of wonky movement and buttons
Other than that this game is golden and pretty nice if you like HM or RF series!
The characters on the game are pretty nice although a bit bland on some places, the dungeons are decent and the monsters are pretty good.
Personally I'll give this 8/10
Because after you got everything and progress further into the story there's a lot of more interesting things to do
Awesome game and even better review. With the current sale (66% off) and your review, it'a a now brainer: Proceed to purchase. 😁 TY
Great Review... So many games to look forward to in April... I will get the physical at a later date..
Cheers my dude - there really are a ton of great games! Mark
Glad this was good one game can't wait for animal crossing switch & Rune Factory 4 &5 those game will explode the switch xD. Thanks for the review definitely on my list keep it up !!
Cheers mate, what are you playing at the mo? Mark
Wait what? Rune factory 4 and 5 are coming to the switch????
@@SwitchUpYt hi Mark I been playing farm together like always xD Darksider 1 Moonlighter. :) And tomorrow cuphead
@@sladey21 yep thay are coming to switch its hard to believe I know xD.
@@RAY19740 Holy bejoly!!! Yesss
People are going to eat this game up like a Milk Cake .. Looking forward to Animal crossing but this will due . Thanks guys 🍻mate ..
You're most welcome! Cheers! Mark
What is Milk Cake
How much did the loading time change by? you mention pre-launch patch it was at 3 minutes to leave your house but never mentioned what the improvement was. 1 minute is a big reduction but for me that sort of load time is still a long time.
Nice review though :).
Massively. Loading in to the game for the first time is still long but your average load time is now only a few seconds. Nothing nearly as bad. Thanks. Mark
@@SwitchUpYt awesome, thank you.
Definitely was hesitant to buy, but you definitely changed that! It almost even has a Farmville-esk touch to it as well to the expanded Stardew Minecrafty feel
For sure! A very fun game this. Beware though, it's a time eater! Mark
@@SwitchUpYt welp I better get ready for this buffet of fun!
@@Ankaration for sure! Mark
Great review Mark 👍...... I'm not on this at the minute might wait for a sale.... Did animal crossing happen? I swear my brother mentioned a new game??..... Keep it up boys you're be up to 1mil sub by Xmas 2019
Imagine that! I don't know if they released a new animal crossing. Perhaps a crappy one a while back now. Mark
They announced that there will be an Animal Crossing for the Switch in 2019. Still waiting on trailers/footage, hopefully some is shown at E3!
@@violethana3943 fairplay that would be nice if it happens Emma. Couldn't a 2019 Xmas drop
Damn this looks relaxing as!
That's exactly it. Super chill. Mark
As what?
I saw this game as a pre-order and really wanted it! I plan on watching this video when I get home to see if it's worth my time. I love these sorts of video games.
Team 17 make fantastic games.
This game kind of reminds me of Fantasy Life.
EDIT: I love the way you guys review games! Almost finished with the video (I decided to watch it early... I couldn't wait haha). Great video!
Hahaha thanks for watching my friend, you're a star. This is a brilliant game to be fair I like it much more than the final score but I have to be as impartial as possible. Mark
@@SwitchUpYt Thanks, Mark! I just bought it and it's downloading as I type this. Thanks again for the great review! :)
@@BoganBrett you're welcome. Remember it's a slow starter but it will EAT your life lol. In a good way. Mark
@@SwitchUpYt Thanks for the heads-up, haha. :)
How long are the load times after patch? I heard it takes forever to load when starting the game.
The very first load in is longer. After that it's fine. I usually just have the game running so that not an issue for me. If you tend to switch back and forth between many games you'll notice it more. Mark
Awesome review! :-)
What's the differences between the PC and Switch versions?
I know there's no voice acting in the console versions... which I'm cool with.
But has things like rain (and other weather effects) been nerfed?
I’ve not played the PC version I’m afraid. I’m sure someone here can help there. Mark
I’m super excited for this game! I ordered the physical which is out I believe May 14th, 16? I forget.. but yeah this will keep me busy until Animal Crossing comes out. Seeing as how I already put over 300 hours into Stardew Valley, this one will def scratch the itch I have felt waiting for Animal Crossing!
Robert my dude you're going to love this so much. Prepare to not get out much. Mark
I got the switch version two days ago. ..
I can't seem to get use to the controls
How long you been going? Mark
This is a great game, but I do have some gripes. Even with the patch, the game still lags at points in the game. Like chopping certain trees, placing items, etc just like the review said. Also dialogue seems to cut off if it fills the entire text box. Not sure why.
Yeah it has its quirks I feel my scores overall are pretty accurate and reflect a very good but flawed game. Mark
I’m creating my character as I watch your vid!!
It’s so good! Mark
is it good?
Gullysquad I think switchups score is on point. I played it all day yesterday and it’s definitely addicting and fun but the game itself is sorta buggy and the load times are pretty excruciating 😖. Games not perfect but I’d say it’s worth the 30 bux if your into this sort of thing.
I’ve just reserved a copy of this at Argos £24.99, so the physical must be out in the UK, off to collect soon. 😁
How deep is it Mark? By the way, fast becoming one of my fav reviewers along with ACG and Worth a buy. Good work. 👌🏼
Excellent! Let me know how you get on with it! Mark
"You'll never know of the load times that took three minutes to leave your house." Played Morrowind as a teen on the Xbox in 2001. Load times now - even messed up ones - are a breeze. I just sit and am grateful it's not 2001 LOL!
Weren’t those like literally minutes
The updates and patches that were released for the PC version ages ago will finally be released on consoles next American summer. Then, I'll resume playing it.
Really interested in this game, and after this review I shall be picking it up.. Just need to find time to play it as I'm currently addicted to footie manager.
Hahaha not another one! Glen would be proud! This is a great game and will suck you in. Mark
@@SwitchUpYt I bought based of the review lol, god damn I can't stop!
I'll pick this up next week after holy week.
Cool. What country you from dude? Mark
@@SwitchUpYt philippines, where you can see people get crucified during holy week 😂.
Then, probably at the end of the month i'll be living in oman. New job 😂
Question. If 100% sure I’ll buy the remastered tune factory 4 and I already have Stardew Valley. Is this game worth it?? Please reply I really want thoughts!
I kind of got confused about tune factory 4. What's that? Mark
SwitchUp my phone change rune to tune. I meant rune factory 4
@@shelbynock9528 If you already have those then wait for a sale and the performance patch to drop. Mark
Is that a stamina wheel sorry been playing botw
Yep there's that as well which can be upgraded . Mark
Animal Feces - Nothing good comes from this
💩 “I must beg to differ”
Also no video capture support? 🤔
If this were running 60fps ( which it should given the simplistic visuals ) and had online co-op support then I might bite, but alas I must forego this one for now.
Hahaha I'd say they actually did a great job with visuals there's a ton going on and it's butter most of the time.
No capture support sucks and the lack of co-op is a pain in the ass. Mark
Hello,
Can I export my save game from My Time at Portia game to Nintendo Save Data Cloud Backup after purchasing a membership on Nintendo Online service ?
I have conflicting feelings about this game. On one hand, it seems exactly my type of experience, a slow and comfy game to relax and enjoy in small doses (like Stardew Valley). On the other however, I just cannot bring myself to like the art style--it looks so ugly! I feel it has the aesthetics of a cheap and generic mobile-like game such as those made by Big Fish and the likes.
Anyhow, great review guys! I honestly don't get the numeric values you gave to anything (they seem rather arbitrary), but I really like how you guys write. I love how personal your reviews are, which is exactly how I feel art should be written about.
Thanks my dude! Mark
@Ogami Not really, it has nothing to do with the quality of the Switch's graphics. I personally don't care about the technical side of graphics and am more than content with what the switch can do. No, I meant art style, i.e., the design of the characters and spaces, the color palette, the way animals look, etc. I just think it's ugly. Which is a bummer because everything else looks so nice!
Just received my copy and I'm squealing like a squeaky toy
I love games like this and bought this day one, sadly it was pretty much unplayable with huge problems and ever after 2-3 patches it's god awful and now it's long since deleted and I'm back on Stardew. What a shame as it looked so promising
the downloading time is it?
@@rymemuhammad2954 Nope. it's just a huge mess and there's no more patches because they've abandoned it.
This game would have been an instant buy with co-op play. Looks like a chill game to and play with my Minecraft addicted daughter.
That's exactly my thoughts. Luckily my daughter and I could just sit and play together and plan the farm etc but it would have been nice to split screen it. Mark
Love the look of this game. Still enjoying Stardew though. I very much think I'll be getting this at some point. My daughter will love it
Yeah it's great man. Very familiar but also has enough going on that's fresh. Mark
How can you use the Auto-run feature?
just picked this up on switch seems like a cozy game to play when i wona chill got it for £8 on sale wish i could of picked up physical but i couldnt turn that sale down
Yeah found it on sale for $7.49 so I am deciding to get it digital
They took some key fitures out of the game and even then the lag and loading screens are real.
If you don't have a PC give it a go.. if you have a PC i would strongly recommend to buy it on steam.
Having it portable is just so nice. I'm sat out in the sun playing it right now. Mark
I just downloaded this and I AM OBSESSED
Hi Mark, can certainly see the appeal of these kinds of games, but not quite for me. Back to Hellblade I go 😂
Hehe yeah different strokes for different folks. Mark
Hey guys loads of great Vids Portia is on way to me can't wait to have a go
Yeah!! How you getting on my dude? Great game here - the backlog is so real though. Mark
I also play on a Switch (handheld mode) and I simply cannot upgrade the Assembly Station to Level 2. Quite possibly it's something that I'm doing but it obviously severely limits my options in game. At first I was highly irritated by it but by now I've reconciled myself to playing My Time At Portia: Foraging Style lolol.
It reminds at the non battle parts in persona 4 or 5, the daily life, and I wish there was a game that only was that part, I think I found it
That's really cool. It's just so chilled I love it. Mark
👍 Thanks for the review. It was just what I needed to decide whether to buy this game or not.
You're most welcome Vikki. Mark