'SHOCKING' Nintendo Switch uses friend codes

[StarTrekVoyager]

If that's true, nevertheless bringing back FC is backwards thinking. Still doesn't justify it.

Friend codes are useful when several people have the same username. And even without that, why not having more options? You have the possibility of eating crap, but since you don't want to (unless you're scatophilic), you won't do it

 

[heartgold]

Are people missing the fact that the friend codes is just one way of searching for someone? It's right there..

I don't see another way on that picture, other than friend suggestions from your mobile games?

 

[dimmidice]

I don't see another way on that picture, other than friend suggestions from your mobile games?

Ditto. Local users and users you've played with isn't a substitute.

 

[WiiUBricker]

What's the drama here? Friend codes are merely an option.

 

[invaderyoyo]

Nintendo: Two steps back and two more steps back.

 

[CreAtor135]

I love friend codes.

 

[Sonic Angel Knight]

I think people forget that kids still use nintendo products, and yes they are for protection, security for them. Also since is not the ONLY way to get friends on the list is not as bad as people thing, it just a optional thing, not like Mandator as it was on previous systems.

At least they are trying to shape up with the idea of easier methods like the PS4, Xbox 1 and steam. They haven't forgotten that youngsters may be playing the games.

Also, nintendo has always been sneaky with the content.

 

[Jayro]

Friend Codes are Nintendo's way of making sure children don't get random friend requests from creeps and strangers. They take online safety to some extremes, but that's just Nintendo.

 

[Kioku]

I think people forget that kids still use nintendo products, and yes they are for protection, security for them. Also since is not the ONLY way to get friends on the list is not as bad as people thing, it just a optional thing, not like Mandator as it was on previous systems.

At least they are trying to shape up with the idea of easier methods like the PS4, Xbox 1 and steam. They haven't forgotten that youngsters may be playing the games.

Also, nintendo has always been sneaky with the content.

I think you forget kids also use Xbox and Playstation as well. Not quite a valid argument... Now that we're going to be paying for the online service.. a more streamlined way of adding people is more than necessary. Also, looking at the other "options" on the screen shot? The practicality just isn't there. The Friend Code system is extremely outdated, and should not be used this time around. Regardless of the "other options".

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Friend Codes are Nintendo's way of making sure children don't get random friend requests from creeps and strangers. They take online safety to some extremes, but that's just Nintendo.

To some extent, this makes sense. However with more and more children gaining access to online forums and social networking sites, that goes out the window, no?

 

[LightyKD]

yeeesss, yeeesss mwa ha ha ha ha! But in all seriousness, I doubt this will be a big deal.

 

[Sonic Angel Knight]

yeeesss, yeeesss mwa ha ha ha ha! But in all seriousness, I doubt this will be a big deal.

Thank you, someone more positive about it. You know, considering is a optional thing.

I think you forget kids also use Xbox and Playstation as well. Not quite a valid argument... Now that we're going to be paying for the online service.. a more streamlined way of adding people is more than necessary. Also, looking at the other "options" on the screen shot? The practicality just isn't there. The Friend Code system is extremely outdated, and should not be used this time around. Regardless of the "other options".

Your point? People under 18 can't have PSN or XBOX accounts, unless is linked to a adult parent account. Nintendo least offer opportunity for kids to have access to online features with this feature cause is a bit safer. Regardless of if we think is outdated or unnecessary or not, is their decision to do what they want.

NDS/Wii/3DS allow for playing games online with no problem be cause of friend code, and again, is aimed at kids. Not adults. Exchange friend codes, go home, play online simple, no account needed or required to setup. Maybe for US GROWN UPS is tedious and unnecessary due to is huge restrictions, but again, optional.

 

[LightyKD]

Thank you, someone more positive about it. You know, considering is a optional thing.


Your point? People under 18 can't have PSN or XBOX accounts, unless is linked to a adult parent account. Nintendo least offer opportunity for kids to have access to online features with this feature cause is a bit safer. Regardless of if we think is outdated or unnecessary or not, is their decision to do what they want.

NDS/Wii/3DS allow for playing games online with no problem be cause of friend code, and again, is aimed at kids. Not adults. Exchange friend codes, go home, play online simple, no account needed or required to setup. Maybe for US GROWN UPS is tedious and unnecessary due to is huge restrictions, but again, optional.

I never understood the hatred for friend codes. To me it was like collecting phone numbers. It's not like we don't have have the option for a dedicated screen name with the Nintendo account.

 

[Jayro]

I think you forget kids also use Xbox and Playstation as well. Not quite a valid argument... Now that we're going to be paying for the online service.. a more streamlined way of adding people is more than necessary. Also, looking at the other "options" on the screen shot? The practicality just isn't there. The Friend Code system is extremely outdated, and should not be used this time around. Regardless of the "other options".

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To some extent, this makes sense. However with more and more children gaining access to online forums and social networking sites, that goes out the window, no?

True, but Nintendo is just covering their ass from lawsuits.

 

[Sonic Angel Knight]

I never understood the hatred for friend codes. To me it was like collecting phone numbers. It's not like we don't have have the option for a dedicated screen name with the Nintendo account.

My opinion is that it has many restrictions. Unlike Playstation for example, you have a account and is simple to play online. Simply start a game, create a lobby, select invite player, then insert the player name and invite sent, makes it easy to join games. You don't even have to meet the stranger or anything, also previous players can also be invited.

With friend codes, is mandatory to do anything online, including friend invites or lobbies.... well you can't even invite friend, you have to hope you play at the same time to get with them, otherwise is just a guessing game, "Is he on now? can i play with him, join his game?" With playstation you can see they are online and send invites to make things easier.

I'm not defending friend codes for is complex online restrictions, but i will say is useful for people who want simple no commitment to things, you don't need to register accounts, make a id, or anything, anyone can enjoy it, but is not perfect either, can't send invites, can't tell when someone is online or least before Nintendo network. So is just a mixed opinion, like anything else.

 

[Imacaredformy2ds]

Fucking Ninty man
Why?
They made the system somewhat ok from what I've seen in Wii U but are going back to friend codes?
Fuck

 

[DiscostewSM]

Um...if FCs were the only way to add people, then I'd agree with you all, but it's not.

 

[Imacaredformy2ds]

Um...if FCs were the only way to add people, then I'd agree with you all, but it's not.

I mean, people are going to complain anyways (including me kek)
It's an outdated feature made somewhat new, but people are still sour over friendcodes and that Ninty doesn't have a system like PSN (IDs) or Xbox Live (Gamertags) or steam names
I mean, we have names now, but it's still friend codes

 

[Saiyan Lusitano]

What the hell is the point of Nintendo making online subscription a paid service if they're still going to use Friend Codes? Come on, Nintendo! Look at Xbox and PlayStation's online service and try to make Switch's online service comparable to theirs!

 

[Imacaredformy2ds]

What the hell is the point of Nintendo making online subscription a paid service if they're still going to use Friend Codes? Come on, Nintendo! Look at Xbox and PlayStation's online service and try to make Switch's online service comparable to theirs!

See what I mean @DiscostewSM?
Almost every person that has posted in this thread is still sour

 

[Saiyan Lusitano]

People under 18 can't have PSN or XBOX accounts

It's more: People under 18 shouldn't have a PSN/XBL account because they can, they just have to fake the D/O/B to have one. Kids shouldn't have a Facebook/Twitter/YouTube account but they do.