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Nothing but Greatness. Nintendo 64 came out with a great game called WWF No Mercy. But that was 2000. This is now. WWE Day OF Reckoning has arrived. All I can tell you is WOW. This game is one of the greatest wrestling games ever to come out. I've played WWE games before but this game beats them all. The Story mode is great but in order to play the story mode you must create a character. Create a character is very detailed. In every way and you can customize your entrance. Also the superstars are very detailed. When you go into special mode. Just like in No Mercy you must perform a trademark finisher before your special wears out. If you want a great wrestling game get this game you'll love it. Trust Me | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
TWILIGHT PRINCESS " IS A MUST" . I have played this game over and over, each time I play it, I view it diffeently, and each time I learn something new. I learn different tricks and notice things I didn't the first time. The bosses are big and creepy, and the dungeons are hard, but this is one of the best Zelda games I have EVER played. I have always loved the Zelda series, and have been faithful to them. I recomemnd this game to ANY Zelda lover. You have two main bosses at the end, there is ZANT and last but not least, GANNONDORF. You will be wisked away into Hyrule once again. Hyrule Field is immense and the world itself is a living and breathing world. You will just love it.!!! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Starry-Eyed Surprise. I can't believe I let a game like this go undiscovered for so long. Gunstar Heroes was released on the Mega Drive/Genesis back in 1993 but I'd never heard of the game until a few years ago. None of the magazines I read at the time featured any reviews or ads either so it was surprising to see so many positive reviews. I still have a Mega Drive, but the asking price for the complete set is often far too expensive. But when I saw it for only 2.49 on the PlayStation Network I knew it was a bargain I couldn't turn down.
The game is, quite frankly, brilliant. It features the madcap run-and-gun mayhem of Metal Slug but with none of the punishing difficulty. The screen is filled with action and explosions from absolute beginning to absolute end. I finished it fairly quickly, and it is so far the only PS3 game in which I have unlocked all the trophies.
It's a must have. If you have a Mega Drive or PS3 make sure you get Gunstar Heroes. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Heroes in a Half-A**ed Shell. Years before Michael Bay's would-be catastrophe came along, turtles ruled the world. They ran all the industries that mattered; comics, TV, movies and games, like this one.
Based on the 90's cartoon show, the objective of this Game Boy title is simple: Rescue April O'Neil from the Foot Clan using one of the four Turtles. With 3 basic attacks at your disposal, you fight your way through 5 level filled with ninjas, robots and floating boxes of pizza to replenish your health. Though enough grunts are thrown in to increase the challenge, you can beat the end bosses wearing your ninja mask backwards. On the off-chance you do use up our heroes, the game ends.
Besides changing the limited control scheme to one's own taste, the player also has the option to choose whichever stage he wants. So you can either play through the whole thing and get the full cowabunga experience, or skip all the way to the end for near-instant gratification. Kinda defeats the purpose, doesn't it?
Like any 9-year-old, I was obsessed with owning a copy while I could still go out and buy one. Now that I've tried it after seeing the best that 21st-century gaming has to offer, Mom's cooking doesn't taste as good anymore.
This game is unrated. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Evil has found a new home. This is by far one of the best GameCube games currently available. From the vastly improved dialogue to the next-generation graphics and effects, the attention to detail made by Capcom is truly astonishing. The first thing that players will notice is the completely redone intro scene. Gone are the days of bad actors in equally bad costumes and cheesy action sequences. The new intro is done completely in computer generated graphics and is a true sight to behold. Graphically, this is one of the best looking games on the market, as many of the scenes truly have to be seen to be believed. I often found myself just pacing around the rooms, in awe at how realistic the whole thing looked. Rooms that appeared to be detailed paintings in previous incarnations of the game are brought to life with startling detail; Grass blows in the wind, moths beat against overhead lights, and realtime shadows are cast on all the objects in the rooms. Veterans of the original Playstation game also need not worry, as this version promises to contain 70% new content. What this amounts to is different puzzles, item placement, rooms, and entirely new creatures created specifically for this version! There are also over 10 different endings that can be earned, dependent on the character the player chooses and the choices they make while playing. All in all, Resident Evil is a must have title for fans of the series, and a strong recommendation for those of you who are new to its scares and suprises. If you own a GameCube and you're looking for a solid action title, this is it. Drop what you're doing and get this game today! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
The best game, period. First of all, anyone who gives this game less than 5 stars is crazy; don't listen to anything they say. This is my favorite game of all time. It has three modes: the really fast run-through-the-level-as-fast-as-possible mode that is a trademark of Sonic games (for Sonic and Shadow), a mech-like robot mode for tails and Dr. Eggman (AKA Dr. Robotnik), and a seach for the object mode (Rouge the bat and Knuckles the Echidna). The game also has incredible replay value. There are three different stories: Hero and Dark (Which culminate in the same ending) and the Last story, which is the ending to the hero/Dark story. In adition, you must beat each level in 5 differnt ways to get a Sonic emblem. There are 180 emblems total and it takes around 5:00 to complete most levels, so in theory, it takes at least 9000 minutes (150 hours) beat the game completely. In practice, it takes a lot longer than that, so you don't have to worry about finining the game and getting bored. As trivial as this may sound, the background music is also a huge plus. Only a handful of songs have lyrics, but each level has its own music that really sets the tone for the level (ex.: City escape has a fast-paced, upbeat song and the haunted Pumpkin Mountain has a spooky song. The old Sonic days when you got one song for each 4-level "world" is gone. The character designs and powerups are also awesome with one exception: Knuckles's Hammer gloves look like colored blocks on his hands. But seriously, Shadow is the coolest looking thing ever. My kudos to his designer. All the other characters look cool too, but Shadow rules. Another really cool thing is the mini-games. Once again, you can take your chao on an "Adventure" with your VMU (the Sonic Games are the only games on the VMU that you can actually play), but that's not what I was talking about. The 2 Player mode and Kart racing are increadible for the kart racing, think Mario Kart64, multiply the graphics by two, divide the number of tracks by three and take away the items. When you have to compare a mini-game to a comparable game, you know its a good one. In 2P mode, you can choose to play as Hero or Dark characters in a race, treasure hunt, or battle Royal. Another the cool new feature of SA2 comes as a result of the Sonic Team's deal with Soap shoes: sonic and Shadow can grind with thier shoes. The last level in the hero story requires you to travel in space by grinding, which is hard but fun. This is the best game ever. Even if I didn't own a Dreamcast I would at least consider buying one just for this game. This game is comparable in fun level to the entire Final Fantasy series as a whole...only it's better. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
DO NOT BUY THESE CASES. I don't think I've ever came across such broken useless piece of plastic in my life. Original plastic Sega Genesis cases were built to be tough and durable and not meant to crumble in your hands which is almost what these wastes of time and money do! Tried fitting some loose Sega cartridges into the cart holders and they BROKE INSTANTLY! The cases barely even stay shut not to mention that pieces of the cases fell apart right after I took them out of the packaging. Stick with first party cases because these serve no purpose but to waste money and resources. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Don't take a chance. At first, it may seem like a good idea to buy a memory card 3rd party because you are saving money. As memory cards are very important, you don't want to take a chance by buying a crap memory card that corrupts your data. I've bought two madcatz memory cards for my gamecube, and both have corrupted my data. The latest memory card corrupted my data after only a week. I should have learned the first time. Listen, there will be people who have had good experiences with these things and I don't doubt that, but trust me, you are taking a chance by buying a memory card 3rd party. It's not fun when all your data saved up from a year gets corrupted. Spend the extra money and buy a card made from Nintendo (although this applies to all consoles). | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
It's No Test Drive 5. But It Gets The Job Done. Now, for anyone jumping into this, expecting the adrenaline filled chills and thrills of the previous title Test Drive 5, plus more? I sadly have to say, you're not going to get it here. This game is just too much of a psychopath to take on the likes of previous Test Drive 5 fans such as myself. But! If you're looking for a great first starter game, for a steal? This is it!!! Plenty of cars, and tracks to keep you plenty entertained. Go from various places such as Paris to New York, and drive many cars from a Ford Mustang Fox Body to a top of the line Dodge Viper GTS. A soundtrack that will keep you moving and pumped for races, featuring such as Fear Factory to Kotton Mouth Kings. And it has a charm that will put a big fat smile on your face once you've started up on your Dreamcast. To be honest, I've had this game when I was just a youngin on PC. And obviously the PC version had better attention to detail than the DC version. And it blew the PS1 version of the game right out the water. But the Dreamcast version is just as fun and memorable.
Just playing this game, reminds me of the glories of my past childhood. And that's why it earns a special place in my heart. I also love how you can make personal bets, setting it to your liking. Which in my honest opinion, more racing games need. I mean yes, there was something like that on Midnight Club LA (2008), but the cash bets where pretty much set for you. While here on TD6, you can wager how ever, whatever to your liking. Up to a point that is. Also you can throw random little upgrades on your cars, and tune them to your liking. I personally haven't gotten deep into this feature yet, but it's a great thing to add. And when you feel like being the law instead of being the one running from it, there's a healthy cop chase mode you can enter in. Okay okay. It isn't as sophisticated as say Need For Speed High Stakes (1999). But come on! How many other racing games out there can brag that they have "cop chase mode" besides Need For Speed? There's barley any... So keep your mouths shut NFS fanboys!
Now there's no such thing as a "perfect" video game. And TD6 certainly has its fair share of faults. First let me start off with sound. Being as honest and humble as I can be. It sucks... Hard... I mean... Ultra hard... All of the cars engines sounds the same. The same automated buzzing noise. And... Well... It's no good... Test Drive 5 (While sound quality was not so great either) it still had unique sounds for each and every vehicle. Muscle cars sounded like muscle cars, and super cars sounded like super cars (most. Not all). But in TD6, they all have the same tired old bland pitch. And that's just a big fat no no in my book... But lets be honest, Test Drive never really had perfect engine sounds to begin with. Even the newest Test Drive Unlimited 2 (2010) sounds are weak. So, moving on... The car details... Oh boy... The cars look like they where all drawn be an 8 year old! Just down right HIDEOUS! The R34 Skyline GT-R looked like a freaking BOX on wheels! I fool you NOT! It looks like a BOX! Many other cars looked JUST as UGLY. Test Drive 5 had this problem as well. Compared to the likes of NFS, the car design and details are pretty much a joke. Then we get to the driving physics. Which is a nightmare. Fun. But a nightmare nonetheless. Now, I wasn't expecting Gran Turismo. But compared to TD5, the physics, are too insane. Cars turn too quickly. And brakes too quickly. Again, not expecting simulation racer here. But come on... And then we get too the AI... Oh god... The traffic, for what they call "avoiding" is actually a suicide attempt of playing chicken with other racers. Instead of the cars swerving OUT your way, which I would call "avoiding". They decide to get major balls (or else go all HERP DERP.) and run slap dab into you! And sometimes! That can cost you the whole entire race! Which will annoy the PISS out of you! But you can get rid of this problem from setting the traffic option from "avoid" to "classic". Yes, the traffic AI might become nothing more than just mindless drones just driving in your way, but then you don't have worry about any cars going full retard on you... Then we've got the cops... What are their use again? Seriously? They don't do much of anything but get in the way... Yet like with traffic, you have the option to turn these waste space OFF. So not much of a complaint there.
Yeah... With all of this games short comings, it still scores a special place in my heart. It's not the best racing game out there. Trust me, there's A LOT better. But this game (if played in your childhood) will bring great memories of being a kid, and going back to try out all of the tracks you used to rip on back when you where small. If you want to relive your childhood, or if you're a big time car racing junky, or you're just looking for a starter game for a few bucks to kill some time with? I'd recommend this game with no second thought. If you're looking for something that can compete to the likes of other more popular big names like Gran Turismo or Need For Speed? You need to look else where.
Quality of gameplay = 3 stars.
Nostalgia, value and charm = 1 star bonus.
Which leads the final score verdict of Test Drive 6. 4 out of 5! Not bad TD6. Not bad at all | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Sorry, but this game blows. You cannot change the camera angle at all; sometimes you can't see where you are or what you are doing. The only even partially good missions (no missions are any good, I just mean the ones that are better than others) are the ones in which you are in space in a starfighter. On land, walking, you can't see what you are doing most of the time, and there are only a few controls: shoot your gun, move, and roll or jump. There is only one weapon, the gun, and one way to use it. Aiming is strange, the game is overall completely boring, with a hideous storyline that gets old fast, and poor controls. I have not played the other Rogue Squadron games, maybe they are better. DO NOT EVER WASTE YOUR TIME OR MONEY ON THIS GAME!
I wish I could give this game ZERO STARS. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
What a Game. Tales of Symphonia is an exceptional RPG game. I've been a fan for this genre for as long as I can remember. Through college and now medical school, I've become quite selective about the games I play because of my limited amount of free time. In my opinion, Tales of Symphonia can easily rival any of the best hits in the Final Fantasy series. Behind the cartoon-like/anime styled graphics is 80 hours of pure fun and entertainment.
Given the character designs and art works in general in the game, I really didn't expect much from Symphonia initially. But as the story unravels, I find the storyline enthralling and very well thought-out. The twists and turns are surprising most of the time yet very plausible. Character development is an area where I think Symphonia really outdoes the Final Fantasy (FF) series. Unlike the often simple-minded and happy-go-lucky paper-thin characters in FF, the full cast of symphonia shows great depth individually and growth over the course of the game. They acknowledge and deal with many themes, such as love and hatred, gain and loss, courage and cowardice, loyalty and betrayal, hope and regret, companionship and loneliness, selfishness and sacrifice in a very mature way. Each main character's personality stands out and leaves quite an impression. For instance, Kratos is rational, composed, willful and cold-blooded. Yet deep down he has a heroically conscientious side. Sheena is an honorable, strong-willed and independent ninja. But underneath it all, she is gentle and vulnerable and yearns for friendship. Regal lives in the sorrow and despair of his past. What happened? And who is he? The carefully crafted subtleties in each of character's personality and their motivations unveil gradually through the main storyline and the skits so well that all of them seem to come to life and become likable individuals. Character development in Symphonia definitely adds more layers to the game overall.
Despite of the realness of its characters and the storyline's seriousness, the game handles itself very lightheartedly. There's rarely any dull moment during the gameplay. The dialogues are funny and interesting. Some witty lines really cracked me up. The background music very nicely enhances of the mood and ambience. 8 main characters all have their own thematic music that matches them very well. The quality of voice acting is quite good. I think Kratos' voiceover was especially fitting for a tired hero who has seen it all and done it all.
The battle system is one of the most sophisticated I have seen. With 4 party members on the field, the player can control any one of them one at a time. The A.I. is more than satisfying. You can customize just about anything for a character, from targeting enemy, position on the battle field and attacking strategy to job titles, special moves, style of fighting (strong or technical), elemental attributes, the unique combo attack and unison attack systems and EX Gem boosts and EX skills. The battling system steers this game more towards an action RPG (think of Legend of Zelda). This makes levels less relevant and your ability to strategize and control your character effectively more important. When you become an expert in battle, you can defeat bosses at a much higher level than you are! The performance in battle is also graded! What?! Yes, you are graded based on how well you fight. Grades are EXTREMELY valuable. You'll need them big time when you start new game+ after you beat the game once.
The game also features 8 variations on its ending depending on the choices you make in the game and a ton of side quests and mini games. Even if you are completely oblivious to everything that makes this game unique, it is still more fun and entertaining than you expect (it certainly took me by surprise!). I had a blast with this game. If you choose to play it, I hope you'll enjoy it as much as I did. (And chances are, you will, trust me.) | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
The title is good, but the price is slipping. As far as I'm concerned, Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire have been in the works for a very long time, but I have got to report the following pros and cons to you. Here they are folks:
Pros:
1. The backgrounds look impressive.
2. More badges and Pokemon to capture in your Poke balls, including the legendary robots like Greudon and Kyogre, and the legendary birds like Latios and Latias.
3. Up to 4 players can play.
Cons:
1. The 2-on-2 battle mode can throw you off course.
2. The characters look terrible.
3. You can't trade Pokemon between GBC and GBA, which means, you'll have to redo your whole team from scratch. Ouchichi!
4. The price is way off course.
5. Why would the whole Pokemon saga want to go on like this?
Even though the total number of Pokemon is 351, buying all of these accessories and mastering the rest of Pokemon will become an impossibility! Beware! You'll need 2 GBAs, Ruby+Sapphire, and a link cable to complete mission 3. Good luck! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Simply Blown Away. Now, everyone, you have every right to resume your "oooh-ing and ahhh-ing," about this title, but please, allow me to just express my own personal opinions regarding this amazing game. First of all, I'll just mention that I remember, in the past, viewing back issues of my favorite video game magazines, only to find the developmental screenshots of "Shenmue." I looked at these screenshots and thought, "This game will make me proud to be an owner of the Dreamcast." I was correct.
That's only "Shenmue" in a nutshell, however. This game has everything, EVERYTHING a gamer would only be able to dream about, IF that. The graphics are, in one word, unbelievable, as you'll witness rewarding rain and snow effects, and an astronomical amount of detail on every object and character, within this immense, virtual world. And hey, if the graphics aren't enough to satisfy you (which would seem beyond belief), the intriguing storyline, or ambient music and sound effects will. When you snag this game off the shelves, just remember, you are about to embark on 3 discs-worth of an epic adventure like no other--enjoy the ride. So, by now you're probably thinking, "When is he going to wrap up this fairly extensive review?" And then I'll say, "In just ONE sec." But, honestly, people, I hope you're really thinking, "Okay, I'll be on my way to buy this game." This is what your intent should be, especially if you're looking for quite possibly, the greatest game you'll ever play for any game-system. Well then, I have finished talking, so you may once again return to your "oooh-ing and ahhh-ing." | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Really, quite a good light. I recently got this light, and it's surpassed everything I've ever seen, or tried. Yes, it does require more batteries, and the wait thing, it's not a problem at all. I am thinking though about getting the "Afterburner". A new light I heard about on IGN.com. This is quite different though, it doesn't attach on your gameboy, but rather you install it underneath the faceplate of your GBA, and it provides a full even light flow over the screen and feeds off the GBA's power, but it requires a little bit of electrical work (soldering and what not), but it's supposed to be the best solution out there.
If you're looking for a quick fix, the flood light is going to be your best bet, but if you want the best, and are willing to spend the time installing it, go with the Afterburner. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Maddening yet fun. Does that make sense. I remember playing this game years upon years ago and still cant believe i beat it while i was about 8 years old. Yikes!
This classic, which spawned tons of great Castlevania games which are still going strong, is intensely difficult and had me on the verge of throwing my Gameboy at the wall more than once.
The first level of this game is extremely easy and gets you into the feel of the game. However, levels 2-5 are extremely hard. From the first time you fight the flying medusa heads or jumping igors you will loathe them and probably have nightmares of them knocking you into pits.
Later in the game you are only allowed 4 hits total before you meet your maker while some of the bosses, like the grim reaper, need about 20 hits to take em down. Not to mention just about every 'jump' you have to make in this game is surrounded by annoying enemies ready to knock you into a sudden death plummet.
Still, this game does bring back fond memories of the fun yet frustrating game. Now we just need them to bring back Castlevania 2 and 3 for the Gameboy... | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
minor improvement and very tedious mini games. If you already own part one (like I have ) then don't expect to be blown away by part 2. The arena is a similar "city" setting, with no time differential. You're still driving during daylight. You can not drive at night. So the only difference is the fact that your car can jump.
My biggest complaint is about the mini games. In order to unlock the hidden stages, and scecret characters from part one, you are forced to play the mini games, which are VERY...VERY...VERY!!! difficult to beat.
Why didn't the progamers include easy button entry codes, like they do with other games? I like challenges but why should I spend 4 hours trying to get my car to jump from one rooftop to another. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Flashback is both nostalgic and challenging. This was my favorite Sega game when I was growing up. When it came out, it was the best looking game I had seen up to that point on a console. I also remember it being the most difficult game I had ever played. It took me months to get past the first stage. For the longest time it became the game that I obsessed over. For years I introduced my friends to this game, and would enjoy watching them both struggle and enjoy this title. When I seen it on Amazon I had to buy it. It was shipped in an orderly fashion. Only problem was my old Sega console was no longer working when I tried to play it. That is why this review is so late. I got ahold of a Flashback Sega system and was ready to play. I spent the better part of the evening playing the first two stages of this great nostalgic game. This is a very interesting action/adventure, cyberpunk, sci-fi game. The graphics are that of an old 1990s CD ROM PC game, but ported onto a cart, It is not your average run and gun side scroller. While you do a fair amount of shooting, there are a lot of puzzles and problem solving, as you make your way through each stage. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a good sci-fi game that offers more than "reach the end of the screen", and is a good challenge. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Just Get the game. This has to be my favorite game. And i have 25 games. SSX 3 has a total of 3 peaks and all of them will keep you playing them until you have to go to bed. Especially if you play as Elise and get to the 3rd peak so you can put her in a swimsuit!! haha. - best part. I've played this game for 3 weeks straight right after i got home from school, and i have unlocked all of about 20 secret characters and....again....the swimsuit for Elise. So, if you want to see A hot woman tear up the mountain and stay airborn for about 10 seconds so you can see all of her body.......then get the game. I guess you could play as a bunch of other people....but i haven't tried out them yet. SSX 3 TOTALLY OUTSCORES SSX TRICKY!! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Parents beware of foul language. Shame on Nintendo for releasing this game and promoting it as appropriate for ages 10 and up!!! Why in the world did they take a wholesome franchise like Sonic the Hedgehog and add unnecessary cursing? Parents, note--the words "hell" and "damn" are strewn in with the dialogue with alarming frequency. We returned our game to the store and they refunded our money. Just be aware that there is no way to squelch the curse words, and why should we be exposing our kids to even more smartmouth language than they already hear? My wife and I were sorely disappointed...plus the rating of E10 is a joke. This should be for teenagers or older only. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
HHarvest Moon. This game is a lot of fun overall-Especially if you have a goal oriented mentality. It is easier to collect money in this game than in previous harvest moon games. it is also easier to get friendship points and keep track of progress. there are many more different crops in this game compared to the other harvest moons that i have played. There are also many bachelors and bachelorettes to choose from in this game. The only cons in this game is that it takes a long time to have a baby and it is hard to marry Jamie. Overall, however, this game is one of the best harvest moon games i have ever played. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
A review from a competitive melee player. Perhaps this is too niche of a review, but I want to get the information out there.
Let me start off by saying that if you are just looking for your basic working GameCube controller, this will work great for you. For those Melee players out there, i will now go into greater detail.
All of the buttons were crisp and felt very new and unused. The springs on L and R were in perfect working order and i have no complaints. I leave the springs in, if that matters. As far as dash back goes, it was average, nothing special. When dash dancing across FD it works great. Its just the first dash back when starting the dash dance that gives me trouble. Out of 20 attempts, it worked about 13-14 times on average. The Shield drops were again average. Disclaimer, I'm not someone who hits shield drops 100% anyway. With UCF it was very smooth. All other aspects of this controller are perfect. no wiggle at all in the control stick or c stick.
I was slightly uneasy about buying used but the controller i ended up getting was perfect for me. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Unfortunate. The picture led me to believe there were earphones in the pack and the description didn't help dissuade me of that. I was disappointed when I saw that as part of the attraction was that there would be headphones.
My son, 6, used the case and strap as well as the game holders and the docking station (which has kept the gameboy from getting lost, I'm sure, but the rest of the pack was a waste of money. The screen protectors fell off and he doesn't use the screen magnifier (which i didn't know, so that isn't the manufacter's fault), and since he puts the thing on the charger every night or so, we'll never need the spare battery.
Overall, not a complete waste of money, but definitely an unfortunate photo. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
This game is addicting. Ok, here's the hardware requirements for this game:
A GameCube or GameCube compatible Wii.
1 GameCube controller for 2p, 2 controllers for 3p, and 3 controllers for 4p.
A Game Boy Advance. ( It doesn't matter which kind )
A Gamecube to GBA link cable.
Gameplay:
Pac-man Vs. is a multiplayer ONLY game, directed by Shigeru Miyamoto himself. So you can't play this game by yourself, though, it wouldn't be fun if you could. If there are only 2 players, then player one holds a GC controller while player 2 holds the GBA. The game will randomly choose a player to hold the GBA and if the player holding the controller is chosen, then the player holding the GBA must trade the GBA for the controller. No matter how many players there are, the game will keep track of the trading to ensure that you will always be the same number player that you started with. Now for the objective of the game. The player(s) holding the controller(s) are the ghosts. The player holding the GBA is Pac-Man. As a ghost, you're objective is to catch Pac-man. As Pac-man, your objective is to avoid the ghosts and eat all the power pellets. (Sound familiar?) But here's the catch: The ghosts look at the TV screen in good looking 3-d grahpics, but can only see a very small portion of the map, while Pac-man can see the entire map in the original top down 8-bit graphics on the GBA screen. It sounds a lot like Mario Chase from Nintendo Land doesn't it? The gameplay in this game is a lot more fun than it might sound. The only thing I could find annoying about this game is that for some reason, Mario is doing the play by play commentary. Mario isn't exactly the problem. The problem is that he keeps saying the same things over and over again and the can be very annoying to the point to where you're tempted to turn the sound off!
Graphics:
The graphics are pretty good. Not the best on the GameCube, after all, this was a tech-demo for the Gamecube.
Replay Value: There're, unfortunately, only 5 maps to choose from, so that kind of down grades the replay value but like I said before, this game is addicting, so that deffinatly gives it replay value.
The verdict:
Gameplay: 7.5
Graphics: 7.5
Replay Value: 6.8
Overall score: 7.4
This game is really fun. Like I mentioned before, this is a tech-demo for the Gamecube so people shouldn't expect to much from this game. But I think if you have the right hardware requirements, you shouldn't miss out on this game! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Very difficult game ...not for wussies. I reached The final chapter in Eliwoods story today and I smashed the LCD screen on my GBA in frustration!! I now have to go out tomorrow and buy another system. This game is not for people who easily get frustrated. Later in the game if you don't level up the right characters , things can get bad. Tomorrow I will beat Eliwoods story with my new GBA..No ifs ands or buts!
I think this could be the BEST RPG ever!! It really makes you think on your tactical manouvers, you cant zone out like in Final Fantasy games, because this is how RPGs should be. If you cant play right, then get some wussy RPG with Revive and unlimited lives and go on autopilot. This is the game to get..I cant emphasize enough of how much you will be into this game..its just spectacular! Finally a game that makes you plan and think ahead. Take the challenge and buy it! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
The Clone Wars are just plain boring. I'm a huge Star Wars fan, and I pretty much have ever game with Star Wars in the title. After Rouge Squadron II on the GameCube, I couldn't wait for The Clone Wars, which can roughly be described as Rougue Squadron on the ground. While the graphics are amazing, the game play that has made so many Star Wars games fun to play was lacking in this game in my opinion. The single player missions are fun, and the difficulty on Jedi Knight is extremely tough. I just didn't get into the game. I did not like the ground based fighting game and only found fun flying. The times when you are a Jedi are laughable. If one has played Jedi Knight II, on PC, they will understand what I mean. The multiplayer is absolutely horrible. I played it with 3 of my friends and after 10 minutes, we played something else, due to the lack of entertainment and fun. If you are a hardcore Star Wars fan, you'll probably like it, if you are a gamer looking for a challenge with great multiplayer capabilties, get Time Splitters 2, and pass on this game. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Very Good. I used to own a game boy color, but i updated to a gba, for the better sound and graphics. I found that the ONLY downside is that it has no backlight. I am going to buy a gba light and sheild asap to fix that, and i will reveiw it too. I am just starting to collect games, as i only have one, but i am hoping it will be a long time before i get bored and get a gba sp. the price is good, but if you really want a good experience, and you have the money, get a Nintendo DS. My brother has one, and he enjoys it. The downside to a DS is they only have 3 or 4 good games out. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Lots of fun when Rebels strike. Rebel Strike is the third game in Factor 5/Lucasarts' Rogue Squadron series. It is an arcade flight shooter with tactical elements, and this installment mixes things up by including on-foot and vehicle missions.
I like how Factor 5 dared to be different this time around. You get to play as an AT-ST walker and direct Ewoks to trigger their traps on Endor. You also get to relive the famous speeder bike chase, and thanks to some truly stunning graphics this scene is just as cool as it was in the movie. In fact a lot of this game covers sequences that the previous installment, Rogue Leader, didn't cover. If you put the two games together you pretty much get a complete Star Wars Trilogy package.
The flight missions are still top-notch. The Jedi Starfighter makes a cameo this time around, and you get to drop those cool seismic charges like in the movie. The on-foot missions though, are somewhat problematic. You can run around and blast Stormtroopers, but the controls feel a bit loose and the aiming reticle doesn't always latch onto the person you want to shoot at. Jumping can become a royal pain, especially in the Dagobah and Sail Barge missions. Overall these missions are playable, but their unrefined qualities make them too easy compared to the flight and vehicle missions, and they work mostly as a mild diversion.
We also get a bunch of bonus content in Rebel Strike. ALL of Rogue Squadron is available in 2-player co-op mode, and I'm surprised Factor 5 managed to squeeze it all in. There are dvd bonuses like art galleries, a making-of, and even audio commentary. There's also the 80s Star Wars arcade games wrapped in a funky disco-themed menu. Overall while the on-foot missions have flaws, there's a ton of fun and value in the package that can't be overlooked. This is a must buy for Star Wars fans. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
This is the game to have for sport lovers. Out of all the sport games I have for the Dreamcast system, this has got to be the best. The graphics are the tighest and game play is butta. All the moves all the serves, backhands, forhands, slap shots, trickshots and much more. This game had me and four other friends up to 3am battling for bragging rights. NBA2k has to take a back seat to Virtua Tennis, but only until MLB2k1 is released at the end of this month. For tennis lovers and all around video game sport lovers like myself, this game is a must have. The price is right and well worth it.
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HAHAHA I'd forgotten how much fun this is. Haha, a blast from the past. I'm 23 years old. I've just recently started getting back into the 16 bit mega drive. I remember when the SNES and SEGA were the big systems on the market. Since I've gotten the N64, XBOX, 360, PS 1,2,&3. After all ths time I aquired a sega and tare buying the games I used to play. Clayfighter lol, I'd forgotten how much i used to love this game. I confess the last time I played it it was on N64 the graphics were much better but even still this is a blast. If your a gamer, a collector, or just someone who enjoys playing older games this is a must have. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Stylish, But Not That Fun. When I purchased my SEGA Dreamcast not too long ago, the first game I had in mind was Jet Grind Radio. Word of mouth said it was a stylish, fun, innovative game and well worth the purchase.
Well, that's only partially true.
See, while this game is very cool and stylish (with nice cel-shaded graphics and interesting character design, as well as fitting music and sound of acceptable - though not exceptional - quality), and undeniably innovative (the spray paint mechanics are original), it's just not that fun. Here's why.
When I started playing, I was expecting something far more fast-paced. But your character moves at a disappointingly-slow speed. Also, the spray painting system, while fun at first, becomes boring and somewhat irritating. It's no fun to have to repeat the same actions over and over again, and nothing is worse than being shot at while your in the middle of tagging a building or sidewalk.
I would only recommend this game to someone who was interested in studying its cool and bold art style, or a die-hard SEGA fan, but to everybody else: borrow it if you have the chance (assuming you have a friend with a Dreamcast). If you can't borrow it, Just forget about it. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Don't expect a permanent replacement controller. THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND
1.the picture shows a TTX controller but what i actually got was hydra preformance controller for the price the seller is asking it's not bad i would say it's better than the gamestop gamecube controller 2.some of the buttons have to be pressed down hard to register as a button press but not to the point of annoyance though 3.the cstick has a little bit of force to it but it works fine 4.i would say this is a temp controller that you could use until you get a new one but i wouldint recommend it as a permanent controller i do intend on keeping it as backup controller once i get an official brand one but this one will do until i can get ahold of an official one | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
THIS GAME IS THE WORST FOR FUN. I have alot of gamecube games and I like to get so many every week or 2 to add to my collection. Well I was wandering around my local kmart and spotted this game for $10 bucks. I read the back and o this will be a blast to play and a good game to add to my collection. I was way way wrong. I played this game for not even 5 minutes and it was soooooooo boring. I normally don't have anything bad to say about any video game because I like almost any one but this one is really bad. The graphics on it are terrible. The bikes well they don't even look normal. The people are really horrible. The only thing I like about it is there are good tricks but almost impossable to do without falling on your face all the time. I'm glad I didn't pay more than $10 bucks for this it is awful. It reminds me of the Tony Hawk 3 (sucks), but I do like the rest of the Tony Hawks. I would say if you like boring games and bad graphic games then this ones for you, if not DON"T BUY this one. Rent first then if you like it then buy. This game is the worst when you wanna have fun. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Great Gaming for Bad Gamers. I really enjoyed this game! I've always loved Mario games (esp Mario64) but have never been very good at them, until now... Here we have Wario World! Fun, bright graphics and easy game play.
Yes, it is quite easy. This isn't a game for the more experienced among you (unless you want a quick game inbetween) as it can be completed very quickly (if i can do it, anyone can) but it is enjoyable. The moves are fun, the puzzles are a mix of simple and challenging and there are loadsa boss's to get your teeth into.
If your bad at games, this is the game for you. If your good at them, then pick up this game for a quick side track! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Came weeks early, buttons work fine, great condition. Received my controller several weeks early, in fantastic condition. No major scratches, marks, or dents, all the buttons worked very well. The only problems is the left stick is a little loose, and the Z button is a little sticky (this is a very easy fix with replacement parts). These are not very noticeable in action. As a competitive SSBM player, with the Z button replacement this controller works just fine. For casual play it definitely works well. 100% worth the price, would definitely recommend to someone looking for rarer gamecube controllers. Will add pictures later. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Awesome. If you've ever played any gameboy, you know they're awesome. I have a Nintendo DSi now which does not allow you to play to older cartridges the way the DS lite did. I also have an original gameboy Advance which is not backlit and after using all of my backlit devices I couldn't STAND trying to play one that was not, so I went online and ordered this. My brother had one when we were younger and it was great. Small and compact and perfect for when you want to be nostalgic and play your old games.
It doesn't feel the greatest in your hands because of the blocky design but honestly it's the best option because of the ability to be backlit. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
The best game on GBA. Advance Wars is exactly what I've been waiting for. This game is designed by console developers (same team that has been responsible for all the Metriod titles) taking major elements of PC real-time strategy games such as Command & Conquer, and fusing them with a simple user interface and console style graphics and gameplay.
Although I draw the Command & Conquer comparison, Advance Wars is not a real-time strategy game. It is in fact (for the most part) turn-based strategy, but a great game with lots of action no less.
Of all the GBA titles I've tried (which is roughly all the games released in the US so far), Advance Wars is the one title I keep comming back to.
Highly recommend. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
A Game that is Hard to put Down. When I first got the sims bustin out,i thought you could build houses like the computer game. But that isn't the truth. You have goals and once you reach all of them in your section you get promoted to a better house. At first i thought i wouldnt like that, but i really think the sims on gameboy is better than the computer version. I think the jobs are really fun, and my favorite part of the game is the characters. Once i got this game it was very difficult to put down(kind of like a good book). Once you get new goals its hard to put the game away until you reach them.
Another good thing about the sims on gameboy is that it doesnt take forever to load like it does on the computer. This is one of the best games i have ever played. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Some Good Times. Alright, my Pokemaniac days are over but every now and then I'll pick a game up. Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen are a revamped up version of Pokemon Red and Blue. Just five to six years ago Pokemon was THE game to get! I remember going to school with my gameboy to trade with other "trainers" all the time. This was THE game to own back then. Of course it isn't so much the same for me now but it is nice when a classic is revived. Unfortunately for Nintendo, its a shame that they work on a lot of the negative things about the previous games.
To begin, this game is no surprise to the Pokemon fan. The story has been the same since its release in 1999. You're a trainer striving to be the best trainer he or she can be. You go around the world collecting badges from the gyms all over to prove that you're a pokemon master. As the formula goes, you've got a rival and you fight other trainers throughout the game as well.
The gameplay has since its relase in '99 remained unchanged. It borrows elements from Ruby and Sapphire, the two on two battles but much like Ruby and Sapphire you don't get to enjoy those kind of battles too often. You run around the field getting into random encounters. You send a pokemon that you caught in the wild out to battle. You can carry up to six in your inventory at a time. On the field you can also find trainers to do battle with.
Perhaps what strikes me most about the game is that in battle looks a lot sharper and nicer than in the previous versions. Battle also paces a lot faster than before and the animations look a lot better as well.
The graphics have been updated to suit the GBA and they're absolutely gorgeous! They're smooth and look astonishing. The graphics are crisp and the game doesn't suffer too much from the pixel problem the GBA has. Very smooth and colorful as well. The only downside to the graphics is once again, in battle the graphics do not live up to the full potential of the GBA. They STILL only twitch to attack and never actually touch their enemy. In battle also still lacks color and scenery.
The sound, I wish I could say is good. But since the sound has only been updated to sound sixteen bit, that means its still a little annoying. The sound in the first release wasn't anything to jump around about and this re-release is no different. Some tunes actually sound a bit more annoying than before.
What has been unique about the Pokemon games is how after you've completed it there's more to do. Once you've completed the game you can catch more pokemon and challenge previous trainers to duel only their pokemon are at higher levels. You'll more than likely spend more time going through the aftermath of the game than the actual storyline itself.
Every Pokemon fan knows that the only way to completely master Pokemon is to catch 'em all. That's the reason for releasing two different versions. The only difference between the FireRed and LeafGreen games is simply the different pokemon you catch. Some pokemon are no availible in one version and therefore you must trade with the other version.
Perhaps the only BIG con is simply if you've got that brutally mastered file on the original GB version one and spent 200 hours doing it all to get everything you possibly could, you probably won't be too happy to do it all over again on virtually the same game and since you can't bring in your pokemon from the original Red and Blue, some may not be too pleased to have to raise all their pokemon all over again.
The Good
+Re-release of one of the best GB games out there
+Updated Graphics
+Addictive Gameplay
The Bad
-Still not enough Two-on-two battle action
-The sound is still rather annoying
-You can't trade with the original GB game or transfer over Pokemon in anyway. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Dissapointed. I really hate leaving bad reviews, but I could not be more disappointed. Ordered this item on 6/26, and gifted it as a birthday present on 7/1. The item was on time, but the disc would not load even though other games worked perfectly fine in the GameCube (super embarrassing--I mean, this was meant to be a gift). Contacted the seller, and they offered to replace the item. I returned it about a month ago and included my order number and new address in the package contents. After receiving nothing in the mail, I reached out to the seller to inquire about my item and have heard nothing back. Another two weeks have gone by and no word at all from the seller, and no item received. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
almost the greatest game for gameboy advance. earthworm jim is back and even better than the first one. it has great sound and graphics and interesting things to do such as carry pigs, journey in the small intestine as a salimander fly with his pocket rocket and bounce puppies on marshmellows.the graphics are crisp and there is also great sound. you also now carry along your buddy snot so jim can use snot swing and snot parachute.there is one major flaw with the game though the passwords don't work very well, only a few do .but besides this downfall the game is still pretty great! (e-mail me to get passwords if you buy the game) | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Almost perfect. This review is not going to be that explicit because there are already a lot of other ones in here. Let's break it down.
The graphics are awesome. The characters are somewhat exagerated but they still end up looking pretty realistic. I like the style a lot more than the previous title.
The music is almost perfect. Only a handfull of superstars are lacking their theme music, namely matt hardy, RVD, Evolution, and Rikishi. Fortunately you can still listen to Hogan's Voodoo CHild, Edge's White Zombie theme, and Undertaker's theme, among others. Some themes are outdated for the time the game was released, like Kane's, but I guess we should be thankfull that they aren't many. A create a stable option would have been very apreciated. That way we could have recreated fun tag teams like Kane & the Hurricane, and the unamericans, or created la resistance or the world's greatest tag team.
The animation is below PS2 smackdown's but leaps and bounds better than the other titles. Hogan's entrance is really a thing of beauty. Every superstar feels different and that is a great accomplishment. The moves have been improved since last year and the gameplay is more fun. Like a more arcade-like Wrestlemania 2000. Tag teams even enter the ring together. But the only teams that seem to do this are the Dudleys, Goldust & Booker, and Los Guerreros.
I only really dislike 2 things about the game. First is the inability to create your own tag team. This wouldn't be so bad except that PS2 smackdown's series already has 2 games with that ability! The 2nd thing is the revenge mode. It is pretty anoying after a couple of fights. Thankfully you don't have to complete it to earn money, since you can just keep starting over everytime you need cash to spend in the shopzone. I also really wish that tehy would have included legends, or at least some of the legend's theme songs to use in the create a superstar section.
The game still has tremendous multiplayer replay value. You can customize any wrestler's moveset, and create many more; but I can 't help but feel that the game could have been much better with some of the features already present in THQ's PS2 line. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Another one?? Well this is different. Another pokemon game...Same old thing, catch em, train em, fight em. Not exatly. The pokemon ruby and saphire versions for the gameboy advance boast a new battle system wich allows two pokemon to destroy each other at once. Better graphics and a new adventure also give the game a certain flare. I really don't think much of this game. It barely made 4 stars...Still, this game delivers much fun and it should be a hit. The different versions ( as always ) contain specific pokemon only found on the certain versions. If you are bored and are looking for a change then you should pick this one up. I personally recomend the saphire version ( won't say why ) but each is pretty good. You still have the option to choose either boy or girl and the new monsters are a nice addition. As far as gameplay and that other stuff is concerned, deciede for yourself. I myself may or may not pick up a copy of this. However, you should definitly check this title out as it is very promising. See ya, my Lugia ate the neighbors dog again!!! (: | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Fun, easy, and exciting. As a social gamer, I was impressed by how easy this game was for my friends to pick up. They enjoyed the controls and graphics immediately. Trying to fly is a blast and a great addition to the race. There are many short cuts and options to explore, and the battle game is fantastic. The controls and set up of the battle mode are so well designed that I would have to rate it as the best car combat game I have ever played. Well above Twisted Metal and Vigilante 8. Hopefully the developers will consider making a deeper car combat game in the future! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
A Simple Harvest Moon Game For Beginners. This was my first Harvest Moon game in the series and it's very memorable for being ridiculously wrong and not giving you that many options (not like a beginner would notice).
You're given a farm (which I admit is actually the biggest and most generous farm in the entire franchise) with a cow and some tools and you just make a living. Now you would think the game goes fast given there are 10 days per season but then you realize that the clock is VERY slow. You have to find something to do and go to bed on time...actually the game doesn't allow you to go to bed on time without waking up at a specific time without an alarm clock (that you can only get during year 2). So you have to estimate when to go to bed and make sure you don't oversleep.
The game's time overall is inconsistent making it "more realistic". The game rains whenever it feels like it, snows when it's sunny and sometimes having thunder storms. As they say, "The weather man is never right!" And it applies to this game.
It gets worse when some years take forever to complete because of the short time. Year 3 takes 120 days in game before you can move to year 4 and that will basically ruin your chances of having fun and going to the next chapter of yoru life (and the worse part is this is the point in the game where you'll probably have every item you can afford in game).
Besides the farm though, there isn't much to do outside of the farm like other Harvest Moon games. You can talk to the villagers, play some games, fish and mine but that's about it given how small the valley is.
The game forces you to marry in the 1st year (40 days) or get a game over (yes you get a game over if you don't marry). You can only choose from 3 (4 in the special edition) girls in the town. All have different personalities and they're all easy to woo (except Nami who can be wooed in the fall but that's 10 days to get her to fall for you and that by itself is difficult). The thing is that the game will make you feel horrible for not marrying the other two girls and whoever you don't marry, year 2 shows how much you screwed them over (Nami goes back home if you don't marry her but comes back if her friendship was high and you trigger an event). Which is another thing. Time really passes in this game and characters move in, die or are born as a result of being in this valley. The game goes for 5 years and you do die after your child becomes an adult and makes a decision on his career choice.
My final verdict? It's one of the more tedious Harvest Moon games with limited options in everything you do AND sell (the merchant will buy off anything from you but it couldn't be like other games where you put it in the shipping box) but the cool thing is the aging of the child to an adult and the fact you can cross any type of fruit and vegetable to get a second generation and a third generation fruit you name yourself and can make a lot of money because of it. I would personally buy the other Harvest Moon games for a game that goes faster, more options and a better story overall because there really is no story in the game that drives you to do anything. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Good game but not authentic copy. This game was ordered as a gift for my daughter who loved it as a kid but no longer had a copy. The one received through Amazon was not an official Nintendo game cartridge, but a pirated one. It stopped working after about three weeks of gameplay, and despite efforts to replace the internal battery it still does not work (Game does not save and therefore cannot advance past a single play session).
I would recommend the game to anyone interested in the Harvest Moon franchise, but buy it in person. It's not worth $30+ to get a knockoff copy that doesn't work. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Fast paced action that will keep you interested for hours. This has to be one of the best games for the Sega Dreamcast@. It is fast and fun. As with many other NHL games you can trade players and create your own, and you have a choice of many different camera angles. I gave it 4 stars because you need to practice you fighting skills or else you'll lose. The differences in this game include play-by-play commentary by Bob Cole and color-commentater Harry Neil, And you can play as the Blackbox team (who by the way made this game), Team Blackbox is the best overall team, by the way of stats and fun interesting characters. All BBX team members have default stats of '99'. Harry Neil describes the team members differently from other NHL teams, You'll have you hear it for your-self. [Put the controller in port four and when the blackbox logo appears press B,B,X, and you should hear Bob Cole say: oh, Blackbox baby! to unlock the team!]An excellent game that you shouldn't miss out on for the dreamcast. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Total fun on the grid iron. This is the best football game of all time! Where else can you call an audible for super speed, super strength, electrocution, a literal bomb & not get penalized for it? Not only can you kill the opposing players, but you can also kill the ref! If you do so using the audible, it's a 5 yard penalty. If you "just happen" to kill the
ref - running into him, causing him to step on a live land mine, pushing him into a pit of fire - then there is no penalty! In addition to running up the score as high as possible, you can kill off the "band" during half time.
Mutant League Football is not a new game by any means, but if you have access to a working Sega Genesis & this game, you will have a lot of fun! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
A worthy conclusion to the Sands of Time Trilogy. I was hooked on Prince of Persia ever since I picked up Sands of Time on a whim, not knowing what I was getting into. I have the entire Prince of Persia series, including the Sands of Time trilogy, added in Forgotten Sands, and the new Prince of Persia.
Story: Immediately following Warrior Within, the Prince returns to Babylon with Kaileena to find it fully engulfed in war led by the antagonist from the Sands of Time, the Vizier. Since he altered the timeline in Warrior Within, the events of the first game (Sands of Time) never took place and the battle in Azad never took place, so he erased killing the Vizier. Kaileena is taken prisoner and stabbed by the Vizier with the Dagger of Time, releasing the Sands of Time once again. The Vizier then stabs himself with the Dagger, making himself immortal, but dropping the dagger in the process. During the confusion, the prince grabs the dagger before he engulfed by the Sands of Time but not before the Sands of Time alter his body, transforming his wound into a whip weapon called a Daggertail, and creating a darker prince that battles for control of the prince. While trying to locate the Vizier, you come across an unexpected ally that you haven't seen in 7 years...
Gameplay: 3D action/adventure platformer. Similar to the first 2 games, you traverse the areas using acrobatics to get to the next area. New moves have been added in such as sliding down chutes, pole jumping, and leaping off walls at 45 degrees to get to vertical shutters. Stealth is used in combat now but as you approach enemies, you can initiate a speed kill that requires you to follow the prompt by pushing the displayed buttons in a series. The harder the enemy, the more buttons you have to push. This technique is also used when fighting boss battles. During the game, you transform into the dark prince during some sequences. The dark prince loses health rapidly so you must get to the next area quickly to avoid dying, similar to the fast-past chasing scenes with the Dahaka in Warrior Within. The dark prince has different combat abilities since he uses the Daggertail and does different speed kill moves. You can replenish the dark prince's health by dispatching enemies and collecting the Sands. The dagger is still useful in combat and still has the ability to rewind, slow-down, and speed-up time.
Conclusion: Graphics are stunning and very good for the GameCube. Controls are easy. The combat is tricky with speed kills and switching between the dark prince and prince is fun to control the different egos. The story is good. A great conclusion to the Prince of Persia trilogy. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Now, if only my Gameshark didn't cause some glitches. I love this game. Simply put, it's just an extension of the previous three titles, except you can make new pokemon, and you need a Mew to finish the Pokedex. And considering that Mew is only owned by a few people that didn't use cheat devices (Gameshark, expecially), you need to use a cheating device (I reccomend Gameshark). The most noticeable thing is the new world of Johto, which is in full color. Another thing you must know (And another reason to reccomend getting a Gameshark) is that you need Red, Blue, Yellow, AND Gold to catch all the Pokemon. It seems that you can't catch Charmander, Bulbasaur, and Squirtle in either Gold or Silver, or even Crystal, which is out right now. You also need Mewtwo from one of these games, and Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres from RBY. You can get Lugia and Ho-oh in Silver, but you first need a wing to make them appear in a certain area. You can also make your Pokemon hold items to enchance battle abilities, help them recover, or just to make room for other items in your pack. You can even have someone make custom Pokeballs from apricorns that you find. It has an internal clock which keeps track of time and events, and even allows you to switch to Daylight Savings Time. You even get a password to change the clock to whatever time you want. But they don't tell you what it is. And the super-rare Pokemon in this game is Celebi, a grass/psychic type from the future. It's not as powerful as Mew, but it is useful, and has some strong attacks. You even get to fight both Gary (Now known as BLUE) and Ash (now known as RED) in the game. There are more Pokemon in the game, as you already know, but some come out at certain times or on certain days, and there are two new types, Steel and Dark. Since psychic Pokemon had very little competition in RBY, these two are resistent to psychic attacks. Steel types are not hurt as much, but Dark type pokemon are immune to all psychic attacks (Except Future Sight. Make sure your psychic Pokemon know this attack, or the game will be difficult). But they are both weak against fighting types, so use them instead of psychics. Steel types are also weak agains fire, and dark types are weak agains bugs (Except Houndour and Houndoom, which are Dark/Fire types). But the bottom line is that this is an update and improvement over the original games, and far larger and better, all packed down in one game pak. I reccomend that you buy it, as the experience is worth buying the product. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
whoo-ee. Lady Sia rules! It's not the most thought provoking game ever, but it's chock full of old school platformy goodness. mm mm mm!
Lady Sia casts the player as the warrior princess Lady Sia (go figure) in her battle against the T'soa over the kingdom of Myriad. You guide Sia through multiple varied levels using magical powerups, shape shifting, giant eagles and magic projectiles to defeat your foes. With interactive environments, cool music and awesome animations, this game is *definitely* one to own for any platformer fan.
Lady Sia hasn't gotten a lot of press like other A-list titles such as Mario Kart or Advance Wars, but she definitely deserves a spot on the top tier of GBA games! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Very Unique, and Pretty Cool Too. I love Shrek. I like Shark Tale.
I really love movies and watching them in new, unorthodox formats. I'm a big fan of movies on PSP UMDs and of the Pokemon episodes I've found on GBA cartridges.
So, when I saw a chance to snatch up two cool movies for the GBA, my brother (who loves that handheld a lot) and I couldn't pass this one up.
And it is fantastic. 2 full movies on a single GBA cart. But, I can't quite give it the full 5 stars.
You see, I wouldn't go so far as to compare it to UMD movies. That's unfair, considering greater storage capacity on the UMDs, and the greater strength of the PSP over the GBA.
The audio is pretty good.
You can adjust the brightness, fastforward, rewind, (though this might be limited to chapter skip, I can't remember).
The video is kind of grainy, but the screen isn't meant for movies. The biggest problem is that it's kind of choppy. The videos don't flow very smoothly. The sound is in synch, and it's still watchable, to me at least, but it's definitely a downgrade from the DVDs.
And really, this should be expected. You're sacrificing quality for portability, and I'd say it's worth it. Just toss this in the pack with the rest of your GBA games and whenever you feel like watching a movie instead of playing a game on those long road trips, go for it! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
still great. The Camecube to many was a dissapointment but games like Smash Brothers gave the Cube what little leverage it had to offer. When you look back at fighting games a lot of people love this franchise. This game came packed in with my Cube when I got it back in 05 and its one of the few games I actually go back and replay. The game is just pure fun. There is no story you just brawl in matches and pimp slap your opponents around with a selection of moves and it works. Longevity wise theres plenty of characters and trophies to unlock to keep you busy for a while.
Pros - addictive gameplay,large roster of characters,for being an early Cube game it still has good graphics
Cons - no story whatsoever, repetitive after an hour or so
the game is good just probably not for everyone. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
This game never came out, but it still deserves a review. This game was changed to "Anniversary Collection" for the PS2, GC, and Xbox.
Actually, those games had already been planned, but they were making a GBA version to go along. Capcom couldn't find the original source codes, and even though they could release it now it would take a certain ammount of money to produce, and the GBA doesn't release new games. They could port it to the DS though..
This game would have basically just been the original MM games, a history section and an artwork gallery. If you enjoyed the original games, you would have loved this.
But since it is canceled this game cannot be bought. Go buy "
Anniversary Collection" | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Excellent game almost identical to original for NES. The first time I purchased this game was for about $55 in Novemeber of 1988 when I was in the 5th grade. It took me till July of 1989 to finally beat this game and then took me till 1991 sometime to beat Zelda II the Adventure of Link. Back in these days the Internet did not exist for the public, and most homes lacked a computer. Back in these days if you wanted tips you needed to buy a magazine or a book. I beat Zelda with almost none of the above. I beat it with nearly pure trial and error. A true and rare accomplishment during the 1988-1989 era in gaming history!
It brought back memories from my childhood when I purchased this game again the other day ago for my Game Boy Advance for $14.99. So far it has taken me 2-3 days to get to level 9. I expect to finish the first quest soon.
My only gripes are really the lack of a "equal" manual to the original, and lack of a "gold" cover. The original I purchased in 1988 included a overworld map, and far more detail about the nasties and weapons. But besides this the GBA version is nearly identical to the original. I did notice some other improvements to the original NES version.
1. Sleep mode
2. A pause text shows on the screen when you hit pause. The original lacked this
3. You can save the game without first dying from the start screen by holding down select and the up arrow.
4. When you turn the power off when the game is playing you do not risk the chance that your file will be erased. The original 1988 version had this problem. But frankly I think the improvement is more due to the advance in computer technology.
Overall a great game. It probably will be difficult for the new kids to get into these oldies, but for us old timers this one will bring back memories. I plan to buy Zelda II next and beat that one again. But I'm afraid I may need to look at the web for some tips, since its been a good 14 years since I last beat that one. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Wow.. Where to Begin. I'm not going to go too heavy in to the gaming review part, because by now we all know what these games entail. I am more so reviewing this to simply show just how great of a bundle this is. Unfortunately for anyone trying to get this game from Amazon, you're going to be facing ridiculous pricing. I personally suggest you scour your local used game shops to see if they have it. I was luck enough to find one at my local Disc Replay for a mere $35!
[CONTENTS]
Obviously this is what we all came for. You get four awesome Zelda games in this bundle:
1) The Legend of Zelda
2) Zelda II: The Adventure of Link
3) Zelda: Ocarina of Time
4) Zelda: Majora's Mask
All four games are legends within their own right. You get the game that started it all, it's worthy, but underrated sequel, it's first jump in to 3D, and the first time the series really gives you the presence of panic and danger. Each game has its high points and low points, but overall this is the Zelda we all grew up with and have grown to love.
Score: 10 out of 10 - again this is based on the included contents not the individual ratings of the games. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Simply Phantastic. Since buying the Dreamcast, it had never been played as much as my PC did until ''Sonic Team'' announced the production of a sequel to one or thee most popular Role Playing Games ever to hit the Sega system. Phantasy Star first was born and released on the Sega Master System, it's ability to use a three dimensional scenery as dungeons was astonishing for a 8 Bit System. Phantasy Star 2 was then released for the Sega Genesis (Megadrive) and was even better with it's addictive game play and graphics made it a huge hit for everyone. Phantasy Star 3 & 4 was repeated game play of the second of the series. Sonic Team has revived the saga and has released the long awaited and most anticipated game...Phantasy Star Online (PSO).
Meanwhile the game was being produced, I never paid much attention into enquiring what the game was like, graphics and game play wise so when I purchased the game, it wasn't what I was expecting. However once I played it, it definitely took a lot of shirt pulling to stop me playing the game (as well as the money it was costing me when playing online).
Graphics: Sets the game to a stereotypical futuristic movie with all the hovering ships in the background makes the game absolutely great to play and even just to sit and view each element that moves. Every element in the game is all 3D rendered which puts the systems graphics card into good use, the character you are able to create can be unique in ever perspective as a wide array of clothing, race and hairstyles are at your disposal. Despite such amazing graphics, expectations of the game's frame rate to slow down is not common thus giving the gamer freedom to play the game at constant smooth
Game play: PSO is played in a third person view (Like Diablo on the PC) which is what surprised me the most about the game. Not like it's predecessors of issuing commands to your characters to cast magic or attack, you control your characters movement and his/her ability to strike or cast a spell on your foe which is also aided by a automated targeting system aiding the user to pick his foe off. A numerous amount of spells (Techniques as they are called in the game) are collected throughout the game. User is able to set his controls as shortcuts for different spells/items/attacks. Lots of functions are there, it's a matter of setting it the way the user feels most comfortable.
Lasting Appeal
The lasting appeal really does depend on two factors;
RPG Addictiveness: If you are addicted to the game then you will play through the game in all difficulties like you are suppose to but in some cases, defeating the boss and completing the game is the end for some gamers but it would be a waste of 40 if you stopped their and didn't play all the way through.
Online Capability: This is the most important factor to the lasting appeal of the game. The Online side to PSO is merely and extension to the game which doesn't sound like much but believe me...it is!! The online community lets you communicate with other players all around the world and to also team up with 3 other players. Whilst playing with others, more enemies and more experience points are there for the taking. Playing with others increases the gamers life span for the game, though you are just doing a repetitive job online it is still a fun experience *Applause To Sonic Team for making it possible*.
Side Quest: This will also refer to the online capabilities of the game. Using the online features of the game, you are able to download quests. Doing this gives you an extra level to play through and a more challenging one not experienced on the features present within the game. With creators of quests, the game may become more challenging.
Rare Searching: Personally, I'm a hypocrite. Reason being is that I asked the question ''Why would I want to go searching for rare items?'' but I find myself now doing so. I spent much of my free time looking for rare items/weapons that I sometimes look at the clock to find it's well past my bedtime. Giving you a sense of satisfaction of finding a rare makes you a proud gamer. Rare Items are what they are....RARE. Some items that are under that title are time consummating to find e.g. you can spend 100 hours playing the game and still not find it whereas some are more fortunate to find it than others.
Cons; Keyboard: You will find yourself unable to become as able as other players in the game especially in online gaming due to not possessing a keyboard. The keyboard is a needed peripheral to the game in order to communicate. Although identical to a standard PC keyboard it has a different port which I feel is a way to make people go out and buy more Dreamcast accessories.
Memory Card: Most people have already got a memory card but the game is so good, you may want to create a second character to play with. Unfortunatly, the game will not allow you to save a second character onto the same memory card. A 1 megabyte memory card contains approximatly 255 pages (Page is it's unit of data). A saved game along with a main file takes up 40 pages of data but it won't allow you to save a second game and many find this frustrating and they go out and pay for another memory card.
Conclusion The game is very addictive. Possibly the best game for the Dreamcast as you will not find that you'll have spent more time on another RPG than you will on this one. So far, I'm into my 238th Hour of the game.....yes that's how addictive it is. You will be satisfied with the purchase of this game guarenteed. If you do not have a Dreamcast, buy one (second hand if your on a budget) and get Phantasy Star Online...trust me, you will not be the only one. Many people I know have done so and they don't regret it for a second.
I'd have gave the game a 5 out of 5 except the only part that brings the point down is the cons section...mainly the memory card section and the Keyboard, though you are bound to buy more games which need these peripherals anyway so it's no big loss unless you only plan on buying a selected amount of titles for the console. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Best Metroid period. Metroid Prime is amazing. It excels where many FPS fail. The game has wonderful atmospheric effects. If you walk into a very hot area the visor will steam and get hard to see out of. If your'e too close to a bug and shoot it, it's guts stick to the visor. There are many other stunning visual effects but now I'll tlk about the game. If you're a Timesplitters 2 junkie (like myself) you might have a hard time getting the shooting down (I have the same problem). The visor feature is wonderful. It makes it simple to change what type of beam weapon you're using. The super nintendo controller didn't allow to change weapons easily because it didn't have enough buttons. Now days the controllers have too many buttons. For this game it's good to have too many buttons. You don't have to pause the game to change weapons. A simple flick of the C-stick will put you on the weapon assigned to that direction wich is good. You don't have to push select anymore to change to missiles either they have their own button, so does the Morph Ball. The visor functions are very cool. You can scan almost anything that looks interesting. You learn many things that will help you later from scanning so scan everything. The effects when the charge beam is shot are amazing. I only shoot it at all just to see how it looks. Everything about the game is wonderful especially the hordes of bugs that randomly pop out of vents. The Morph Ball is even cooler to use in 3D. Luckily when using the Morph Ball the game goes into a handy 3RD person perspective. I'm not going through this game too fast because the scenery and effects are too cool so I'm taking my time and checking every thing out good. Almost everything is interactive if you have good aim you can shoot birds in the sky and feathers will fly everywhere. If I were to describe everything about the game it would take up more than the space allowed so I'm just going to say this: BUY IT | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Not That Great for all the Hype. I read the reviews of this all over the internet. Everyone was all like 'woooooowwwwww, this game is -awesome-' so I found it used for $12 and went ahead and got it. At first, I thought it was pretty cool. I loved being able to meander around and talk to people, find out important information, etc. etc. But the longer I played, the less I liked it. Your character, Ryo, is looking to revenge his father's death. But to do so he starts getting involved in the seedy underbelly of whatever city it is he lives in. By the end he's beating the bejeesis out of people just for bumping into him, which is a terrible thing to see happen to someone who's supposed to be 18, even if they are just a game character. Toward the end it gets very cheesy. Nozomi is leaving for Canada, and Tom is leaving for America. *sniff* And Gui Zhang gets hurt! Geez, I was expecting them to then say that the kitten you rescued earlier had died and Ine-san came down with some horrible disease etc. etc. And you were left with no resolution. It seemed an awful lot of work to do to find out the bad guy had gone to Hong Kong. Overall, I did not feel that the effort was worth it. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Good but could have been SOO much better. The title says it all. If you just want a quick fix during breaks between homework assignments, then pick it up. But if you're looking for something more adventurous and worthwhile-keep looking. The game play is easy. You use your joy stick to maneuver and where to place your attacks. Your actual attacks are just hack and slash meaning you only have to press one button. The bosses in each level are not difficult to beat either. Just dodge there main attack and when they aren't looking (which is usually 95% of the time), run behind them and start pressing the A button.
Story of the game is so,so. The game is based on a Japanese historical myth. You can get lost in the beginning because of this. The short cut scene introduces you a little bit to the history behind the story, but not much.
Thats really all I have to say. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
AWESOME FIRST PERSON SHOOTER. AWESOME FIRST PERSON SHOOTER!! Great multi mode (Once unlocked). 3 difficulty levels to choose from and lots of different team load-outs to costomize to the type of player you are or the type of mission you are about to attempt. Plenty of missions for hours and hours of gripping action. If you are like me and smoke while playing... Be prepared with a LARGE ashtray!!! And try to actually put the controller away in time to catch a few winks before work. BE FORWARNED - THIS GAME CAN BE ADDICTIVE!!! THERE IS NO CURE!! THE ONLY TREATMENT FOR THIS ADDICTION IS TO KEEP PLAYING THE OTHER GHOST RECON GAMES ONCE YOU HAVE BEATEN THIS ONE INTO THE GROUND!! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
WOW! Super Mario WOrld on the GBA. This game is almsot exactly the same as the SNES version which is certainly not a bad thing. The graphics are amzing, even betetr than the SNES version. If you haven't played this game before and own a Game Boy Advance you sure are missing a lot.
The concept is easy. You go around at each place earning extra lives by getting coins and special mushrooms. You also try to get Yoshi and kill the enemies. At the end of each level you try and kill the boss at the castles. There are also many scret areas thta you need to beat the game...
However the buttons are very crowded and hard to get used to after playing systems with controllers like Dreamcast, PS2, etc.
If you are a NIntendo fan I reccommend getting this game. It's unbelieveable that this game is only [price]! Once again Nintendo makes a great game.
Gameplay: 5/5
Graphics: 5/5
Controls: 4/5
Concept: 5/5
Difficulty (5 being very difficult, 1 being very easy): 3/5
Overall (not including difficulty: 5/5 | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Abomination to mankind. Sonic the Hedgehog Genesis is a port of Sonic 1 (obviously), but it was done so poorly that it almost killed the iconic franchise with tons of flaws to make a gamer filled with rage. The basic premise is that Dr. Eggman captured the woodland creatures of Mobius, and it is up to Sonic to save them and stop the nefarious doctor. It may sound cool, but you will get a taste of this awful "game" once you start the first level. The controls are stiff most of the time. It gets really frustrating in the second act and torturous in the final zone in the game,which will cause you so many deaths, it isn't funny. Coupled with terrible hit and collision detection, you will see the game over screen a lot,causing a lot of fake difficulty and frustration. The glitches are abundant and some of them are game-killing, including freezing and crashing. Other glitches are killing Sonic in a later stage and false teleportation in some stages. It also has a terrible frame rate, which is confusing, SINCE THIS IS A PORT OF A GENESIS GAME!! Considering that the GBA is 2x stronger than the Genesis, that's pathetic. But to the game's credit, it does still look nice on the GBA. But decent graphics do not make up for horrendous gameplay. The sound is even poor, as you will hear an irritating pop after most of the things you do, including defeating enemies. I will not spoil the ending, but it is also a screwed-up mess. Sonic Genesis is an abomination to the series and should not have been made. It is too bad that this dreadful thing got less flak than the underrated Sonic 06, which was said to be the series killer by most fans. Obviously, they never played this game. Why can't the score go any lower? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------100000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000/10 (And this is all coming from a big fan of the series). | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Who killed me. This is the first game I bought for the GBA it is also my favorite. The graphics are excelent. The best Ive seen on a GBA sidescroller yet. The gameplay and graphics take you back to the good old days of the SNES. As for the gameplay you will definely need to have good reflexes to control Nathan. Espeicialy when balencing on movig platforms while dodging medusa heads at the same time. As with any Castlevania title you will soon find yourself sick with rage at the unfairness of some of the levels and bosses. The sound in this game makes you wonder if you're playing a handheld or an older console such as the SNES. There is some animation and ounce again it is very similar to an older console game if not a little less. The major problem with this game is the lighting. The dark gothic graphics of the Castlevania world do not transfer well to the GBA.Even with a wormlight in total darkness some enemies are next to invisable and you will soon find yourself asking the question "who killed me?" I myself quit playing the game because I could not see the enimeis nor take full visual pleasure from the richly detailed levels. I hear that a GBA Floodligt clears up this problem. I have not yet purchased a Floodlight but plan to very soon. If you are a castlevania fan you will love this game. After you get over the lighting problem this game is easily one of the best titles available for the GBA. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
STH. I have been on millions of game websites and all of the reviews for, "Shadow the Hedgehog" are low. I disagree. "Shadow the Hedgehog" was the best video game I have ever played. 1. Its easy to master,2. It had a different plot, and 3. It had SHADOW THE HEDGEHOG!!! Before I type anything else I have to make it clear that I am very obsessed with Shadow. I love the black and red speed demon and always will. Now I know what your saying, "She just likes this game because of Shadow", and that is almost right. But, I also hate Sonic the hedgehog with all my heart. Yea, I know if he wasn't around Shadow wouldnt be either (or would he?)but he's an annoying blue pest. I also know that "Sonic Heroes" got some pretty lame reviews from fans to but I disagree on that to. "Sonic Heroes" was a great game! It had a nice gameplay, good graphics, and all around my second favorite game after "Shadow the Hedgehog" I just want to say that all those "Sonic fans" out there that don't like "Shadow the hedgehog" because of Shadow, are ignorant. I hate Sonic, but still like the games he's in. All in all "Shadow the Hedgehog" is a great game and would be enjoyed by all. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
My personal look on Gameshark CDX for dreamcast. Gameshark CDX is great for many games. It's got me out of many jams befor. But you should remember some things. Gameshark messes with the accually programing of the game. This will not hurt your disk, but may corrupt your saved game. Unlike the gameshark for other systems, the cdx can not have it's codes turned off to prevent the coruption of games. Also, the cdx doesn't allow you to create your own codes. and the last con is with the opening of many multi-player games, this device is now considered a menace to players who don't use it. But some pros of the gameshark is that it can help players who are stuck in certain games beat that one part. Plus with the internet options on dreamcast you don't even have to put in your own codes, just download them from the internet.(But I've never got the save codes from gameshark.com to work) The CDX can also be used as a memory card. I've also heard it has been used as a type of boot disk. Any type of hex edit code works on it, even code breaker codes. This is one of the most popular types of game hacking devices. So if you really want a dreamcast hex editor, Gameshark CDX for dreamcast one of the best. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Redundancy: See Redundancy. I'm so glad I rented this game instead of buying it. Animal Crossing is cute but completely pointless. It's a little like "The Sims" in that you have a character and a house in a virtual world; but unlike "The Sims," there are no relationships, and it's not even much fun decorating the house (it's only one tiny room).
I got bored after about 90 minutes; I could tell the game was going to be nothing more than running repetitive errands for the residents of the little town.
I truly don't understand why anyone likes this kind of game. This is just as bad as "The Sims Online" (another boring, pointless real-time game). | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Fair Game but not the best. It was hard to give this game this rating, but I feel it was required. They did improve game play and details, but has the story goes it was only fair. I mainly blame that you are play short stories. So that can't be helped.
The only thing I have against the game was the short running time. The past titles took forever to get through and would pose a challenge. I went through this like it was nothing. The first level also doesn't give you much ammo has well. One thing I found funny was that since this was a prequel, which by the way I'm getting sick of seeing, how come she has new moves that she didn't have in the last. I know that's a poor point and I already know that answer. It is just something I feel needed to be said.
Really my last grievance I have for this game was the end. Who here never feels sated when they finish a TR game. they are normally short with no real closure. You but your but for tons of hours to get some cheep end that just leaves you wit more questions they you started with. Don't even get me started on the end to the Soul Reaver game.
I do see the level editor giving you more and that could be a great application to be added if they ever make an online option for the TR games one day. You can design levels and play others from all over the world. Talk about a challenge. This option also give TR a multi player option. Make a level for your friend and time how long it takes for him/her to get through.
It is a good game and if your a TR fan I saw play it, but rent it first if your not a drop dead fan. If your any good you'll buzz through pretty quickly. Good stories, but not what the adventurer in us would like. We need more. I can't wait to see what the next TR game has planned for the PS2 release besides the new outfit, and improved graphics. You'll be able to see all those fine curves. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Quite useful, but could be bettter. First of all, this device does NOT "help" you save games. It downloads the GBA game's save file for backup.
To use it, turn on your Game Boy Advance (or SP) and press Start+Select. "Nintendo" will disappear and reappear as a different color.
You can back up about 9 save files for most games (Megaman Battle Network series, Fire Emblem series, Pokemon, etc). This means that you can start a new game of Pokemon without completely getting rid of the old save file.
To delete a save file from the game pak (like the records for Fire Emblem, which can't be erased) just download a save file from a different game. This causes the save file to erase (this is helpful if you want to reset records or other things).
PROS:
Backs up save files (about 9 or 10 for most games)
Easy to use (Start+Select when turning on power)
You don't need to buy another game pak for games that only give you one save file
Cons:
Doesn't work with DS or Color games
Low capacity for it's time (You'd expect 25-50 save files)
No computer hookup (They could've implemented USB technology to give infinite backup for game saves on your PC)
OVERALL:
So, this thing works great, but it's capacity, and it's failure to backup Color games sucks. Still, it's probably the best thing out there for backing up GBA save files. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Best basketball game on dreamcast...still it's medicore. good:
-shooting feels realistic
-swat blocks are cool
-cool create-a-player option
-franchise mode is the most in depth I've seen in a basketball game
-player introductions are cool the first time you see them
bad:
-players move like uncoordinated middle aged men playing basketball in the drive way (eg. point gaurd has a permanent hunchback)
-even a lightning fast player like Allen Iversonb can't manage to dribble around a sloth like Bryant Reeves
-created players can't be used in franchise mode
-if you back down on your man you will not finish with a dunk (I've backed guys down to almost directly under the hoop with Shaq and all he, and any big man, ever does is layups and hook shots.)
-FASTBREAKS ARE NON-EXISTANT! if you pass the ball up the court the guy you are passing to stops in his path allowing four defensive players to get back to stop the fastbreak, one of the most exciting moments in basketball is not in this game. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
some people need to know how to make a REAL game. this game gets a 0 out of 5 stars but its not optional. i watched my best friend beat this game in 30 minutes and i beat it myself in 1 hour without any help. this game is not worth buying for 40 bucks. i'd much rather get sonic. get a game called Golden Sun. one of the best games ever made. personally i have beaten it a total of 5 times but im at level 46 right now. figure it out when u get it;) u can get to level 99 but u stop learning new abilities at level 54. they are making a sequel so i am seeing and experimenting with it a little bit so im getting to the highest level i possibly can:) anyway legacy of goku is TOTALLY not your game. the music is so corny it kept me awake for about 3 hours cause it got stuck in my head. Golden Sun has hard puzzles that took me a month to beat(got stuck a few times and didn't play it for a while)get Golden Sun not Legacy of Goku. hope this helps u save some of your work time along with your money:) | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Everything you've heard is true. It is definately not the lack of good previous Simpsons games that make Hit and Run so excellent. This game more than makes up for it's predecessors. It is one of the most enthralling adventure games I've ever played. Whether you are an occasional watcher of the show, a never seen it before viewer, or one of "those" who own every guidebook, DVD, the piano songbook, and the life-size homer cut out I saw at the mall today, you will love this game. It has racing, problem solving, obstacle courses, and mass destruction on its list of tasks, and I haven't even seen it past the first level yet! Avid fans will enjoy Hit and Run the most because of the many refernces to the show. You get to see the world's largest toilet, race through the nuclear power plant, collect tomacco plants, and (best of all) you get to kick Ned Flanders and other annoying characters many times. The main missions are easy enough to get through, but the side missions, extra races, gag tasks, and shear expanse of the Simpsons world will keep you occupied for many a sleepless night. The only downside so far with this game comes when you want to complete every single task per level. Then you find yourself in a quite frustrating search that takes you EVERYWHERE in Springfield that could make your temper throw the controller across the room. Be patient and enjoy the environment! Buy this game! Who could really resist seeing Homer run around town in his underwear?! And remember...No jumping in the Springfield Tire Fire! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Way Cool For Everyone. SSX Trickey is a really cool game. You need skill, and you need to be willing to lose. I recomend that you pick one player, and get them really good first. That's what I did, and I've almost gotten to champion. Elise is the best player. She has awesome boards, and makes turns well. Also, Seiara and JP are good. Another reason I like this game is that I can beat my brother at it. He's 14, and this is like the only game I can beat him at- not that it's an easy game. You can also play against people. It can be for 1-2 players. Plus, you have to have patience. A lot of times, you'll be at the last level in 1st place, and the phone rings and it's for you. That happens a lot, but you have to keep trying. All the levels are cool too. I especialy like Toykeo, and the secret level that you have to unlock specialy. It's realistic too. After the game, if you came in 1st, your enemy- you usually have one in compotitions- will come up to you and say something like, "I'll get you next time," or something along those lines. And you can shove people in races too. If you're near someone, you can jab the c-stick and shove the person. THat fills up your trickey bar, but if you miss the person you're trying to hit, you'll most likely fall over. This game had me playing video games practicly all day. I really liked this game, and if you try it, I'm sure you will too. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
The Best Story Yet. This installment in the Zelda series lives up to its name. It has all the elements that Zelda players love, such as a large and interesting world, great puzzles, suspense, and the BEST STORY associated with a Zelda game yet. Just the premise is great, but even so, the plot twists will have you sitting on the edge of your seat. I know I wasn't expecting all of it.
The only problem people have noted about the game is the graphics. The cell shading makes the game look like a cartoon, and some people have thought that this is untrue to the essence of Zelda. But, for another example of the same phenomena, just look at SNES Zelda: A Link to the Past, which is similarly cartoon-like, given its 2D format.
I am confident that even the greatest skeptics will change their mind about the graphics once they play the game. The detail that has been given to the world is astounding. The arrows that bounce unintended targets, the enemies that can injure one another accidentally, the ocean swells, all of these things make for the most realistic and engaging Zelda World yet.
My only personal sadness with the game was that it was too short. It took only 6 (arguably) dungeons to finish the game. The game took me about one half the time Zelda: Ocarina of Time took me. On the brighter side, the game is worth every moment of your time regardless of that fact, and, though I have heard no rumor of the sort, the conclusion of the game leaves things wide open for a sequel. I will anxiously await word on such a game. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
trust nintendo brand. good and comfortable controller (better than the N64 ones were). It works much better than a 3rd party controller, such as madcatz. If you plan to, or have played "super smash brothers melee"(great game) you will notice how much easier it is to pull-off moves with a nintendo brand controller. It is worth the extra money, no-matter what it says on the third party company's package (dont be fooled by a third party controllers extra button: the "M" button, it does nothing because a nintendo brand controller doesnt have one and developers design games according to nintendo brand controllers). I never use my cheap madcatz controller (madcatz controller often malfunctions as well), this one is much better, and black goes with everything. My rule of thumb: Nintendo brand game accessories are more reliable, longer lasting, eye appealing and overall better than third party distributers. *please vote yes if I helped* | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Great game, but received a (probably) bootleg version. Great game. Parents got it for me and my brother back in '06. Only problem was the battery in the cartridge died shortly after we got it, and it wouldn't save. As a result, we played the first course over and over again, but didn't mind cause the game's great.
Now, most GBA games normally use some type of flash storage to hold save data. Exceptions include the batteries in Pokemon carts (for the clock feature only) and some copies of Metroid Fusion; this game definitely did not use a battery. The cart we bought 11 years ago had a battery in it. I know this since I took it apart a few years back to try and solder in a new one, but fried the board. It should also be noted that the cartridge was slightly crooked when inside a GBA; the battery made the cartridge thicker on the right side than the left.
This means the version we bought was likely pirated. That's why I took a star off. I'm still irritated that I never got a complete Mario Golf Advance Tour experience as a kid because of some bootleg cartridge.
Great game otherwise. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Left stick is a bit different, good product. Both joy sticks are made with good quality. The right yellow C-stick is exactly as the original Gamecube controller, so no complaints there. However, the left stick is a bit different. The left stick is slightly too short to the point where the top of the stick (where the thumb goes) nearly hits the edge of the controller. If you're having intense battles in Super Smash Bros. or any fighting game sometimes the left stick WILL sometimes hit the edge of the controller of you press it hard enough. You will get used to it though. Oh yeah, the left stick doesn't make that click sound when you rapidly rotate 360 degrees, but it moves around smoothly. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Great performance + extra long cable + good price = replaced originals + "bye-bye, generics. I bought 2 of these because I had bought a pair of generic ones. It was the first time I bought controllers for playing Super Smash Bros. on the Wii and I had figured that it'd be pretty much the same... boy was I wrong; the generic ones not only use cheaper plastic, but also a slightly different build for the switches and buttons (I opened my old genuine to compare it with the new generic). These new controllers are great; buttons respond much better and there's no delay in the R/L switches. The extra long cable was a plus because the couches are a bit far from the Wii and we're able to play comfortably from sitting there now. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Best Game in Years; Perfect in Every Aspect. Good games like this come around only once in a lifetime. Metroid Prime, besides being the best game on the GameCube, is also the best game this year. It is in the first-person shooter genre (which, for those who don't know, means you are in the eyes of the character). However, unlike most FPS games, this game is more about platform jumping and puzzle solving than the old "See bad guy. Shoot him. See his blood. Smile. Move on." But Prime is much more than that.
Throughout the game, your character, Samus Aran (a she), will gain many new weapons with which to fight Space Pirates from the Planet Zebes. The most famous and well-known, and therefore, the best example of these weapons is the Morph Ball. In this move, Samus curls up into a little ball and can roll around and lay bombs. This move has been in every Metroid game and is truly a staple of the series.
You'll also discover many suit and visor upgrades throughout the game. For instance, you may get a suit that prevents damage from harmful liquids, or a visor that lets you see hidden switches. You'll also find 50 missle expansions and 12 energy tanks.
In this game, Samus Aran picks up a power signal coming from a derelict space station. She must go and explore it. Inside, she finds that something has gone wrong, but what? As she arrives at the center of the space station, she must fight a large Parasite Queen. As soon as it goes down, a seven minute self-destruct sequence is activated. You must flee the space station. Halfway out, you find a large winged dragon. He flies away. This is Ridley, a long-time enemy in the Metroid series. Also, right before you escape, an explosion occurs, taking away your heat-resistant Varia suit and leaving you with the measly Power suit. Oh, and it also takes away every ability you had except for jump, shoot, move, and scan. As you leave, you hop into your spaceship and follow Ridley down to the planet Tallon IV.
I will not hesitate to say that this is my favorite game ever, and that's saying alot. I'm a game reviewer, and I've played quite a bit. So I will say this: Buy this game, even if you have to buy a GameCube to play it. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Link's pro debut on the gamecube. When the demo at E3 showed a cartoony Link jumping around, everyone said that it would never catch on.
SHOWS WHAT THEY KNEW!
This is probably the best game on the gamecube at the moment, and here's why.
The graphics are beautifull, as nintendo have ditched the realistic look and have gone for the cartoony disney look. The controls are easy to use and the story is one of the best so far. It would take more than 1,000 words to describe every good bit of this game
However, this game is a little on the short side and the sailing sections can be boring in some places. But despite these few flaws, the wind waker is a brilliant game that will make you weep when it's over. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Good, but not perfect. From the beginning I had doubts about Wind Waker. The Saturday morning cartoon look, changing the wind, even the title. I almost didn't buy the game, but then I found out that a lot of people enjoyed it and that it was worth playing through at least once, so I gave it a shot.
This game contains what I would call "the good, the bad, and the ugly".
The Good: play control. The controls work a lot like "Ocarina of Time". They're fluid, and don't seem the least bit awkward. But probably what impressed me the most was the sword fighting. Although I don't think it works as well as it did on "Ocarina", the sword fighting has been upgraded. New moves to use, and the way Link moves during sword combos shows that there was a lot of detail put into this part of the game. Another good part of the game, the story. Not only does it tie into "Ocarina of Time's" story, it expands it. This is the first Zelda game that has actually felt like a sequel. Last but not least, the minor stealth aspect added to the game. It's no "Metal Gear Solid" or "Splinter Cell", but "Wind Waker" forces you to use some stealth and strategy.
The Bad: Where do I begin? This game suffers from Nintendo's biggest weakness: camera controls. The camera is never in the right place at the right time and you constantly have to adjust it. Also, the traveling time from island to island. The map probably could have been half the size it is and we would have lived with it. As it is the game takes hours to complete and you'll probably spend half to three fourths of that time travling on the boat. Finally, difficulty. The game is too easy. You'll beat the first three dungeons without breaking a sweat. Maybe it's just been a while since I've played a Zelda game, but I found almost no challenge in "Wind Waker".
The Ugly: Graphics. You saw this coming. I'm sure there are people out there who think Nintendo's idea to turn Zelda into a cell shaded game was "brilliant", "creative", and "artistic". Sadly, I don't think it works. The overall graphics actually look worse than Ocarina of Time, and a lot worse than the demo graphics Nintendo first showed of Link and Ganon when it was bragging about the Game Cube's capabilities. They may have been going for an anime type of feel to the game, but the game ends up looking more like that Rugrats cartoon. The only salvagable part of the graphics are details. The lighting effects in the game and the facial expressions are spectacular. You'll notice Link looking up at something and when you take a look you might see something that helps you advance further. Unfortunately the lighting and facial expressions are the rose in the manure.
Overall the game is okay. I don't think it exploits the Game Cube's full potential, or even a fraction of it, and that's where it really hurts. Veteran gamers will find the game too easy, a lot of Zelda fans will be put off by the graphics, and rightfully so. As a friend of mine put it "a blind video game fan might enjoy it". If you ignore the graphics and the game's other shortcomings, it's worth playing through at least once. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Good Product, but could be better. Okay, knowing already that this is fairly balky, and is meant to fit over a Game Boy Pocket. No issues there at all.
However I am a little disappointed, seeing as this has such high reviews, and a lot of recommendation I would of expect it to be a bit more put together than it is. the speakers seem to just be there, and are not even tight enough to stay in place if the screen is facing up. So if i turn it vertical, or further they will fall forward, and back.
Other than that issue it is a good product. Again very bulky, and will make your Game Boy Pocket four times bigger. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
A little awkward, but a great game. It's like an old friend, but new. F-Zero Maximum Velocity takes the graphics and style of F-Zero for the Super NES but with new tracks and new cars.
However, there are some differences that make the gameplay different. Because of the Game Boy Advance is limited to only two face buttons, the boost control has changed to a more awkward L-R button smash (which is awkward when you're in the middle of a power slide). However, this isn't that big a deal. The game has a much better sense of speed than the Super NES game. (think the feel of F-Zero X on N64). Also, a personal preference, I like that the recharge zones don't have that weird alien spaceship with the pink beams - they're a very neutral blue-green color and you blink during recharge.
The one-cartridge multi-player is a great experience, but there are a lot of limitations. I haven't explored the multi-cartridge multi-player (if there is one. I can't read Japanese). You have no choice in cars (not even colors) or track, so it's kind of repetitive.
However, despite a few short-comings, F-Zero Maximum Velocity is a great game and worth a spot on everyone's list of GBA games. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Best game of the series and the game that introduced . Best game of the series and the game that introduced me to the series. Three things made this game amazing; Plot, Gameplay and Atmosphere. Hideki absolutely capitlized brilliantly on the game's different environments with different background themes and songs. Also, the cut scenes and FMV made this game a lot more compelling to play and sucked you into its plot as if you were there. This game definitely has a place as arguably the best Survival horror title of all time. Unfortunately, it sequels (3 and CVX) were a disaster. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
This works great! I recommend. This cable looked like it was being bullied by the majority of people that bought it. In my desperate need for one of these "dual-port" link cables, and looking at every available option, I went with this one since it was the cheapest, and since I'm an electrical engineer major, I can fix it myself if it't true that it doesn't work.
First off, shipping was amazing. It was only two days! Today I finally opened it up, plugged it into my DMG game boy and my game boy color, fired up some Tetris, and it worked great first try! Then I tried out Pokmon Red and Blue. Trading Pokmon was just fine. Then I tried out a battle between them. Again, no problems! So why do so many people have them? I don't understand...
But one thing I did notice was that the port was a little too tight for my liking when plugging it into my GBC. The GB plug was fine, but maybe my GBC's port was bent up or something, or maybe it really was the cable. Either way, it should be easy to just file the edges down. And if people are having connection problems, that might help too.
Overall, no problems whatsoever so far. I recommend at least trying it out. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
A good start. I'm in Japan right now, and Gamecube has been released. I played it on a display thingy outside a video game store. The story is like this:
Luigi goes into a mansion. There he finds Toad sitting on the ground crying. He tells him something about Mario. THen you meet some weirdo professor guy who teaches you how to catch ghosts. THen you start your journey.
Each unexplored room starts off with no light at all. Armed only with a flashlight and a vacuum, Luigi tries to suck up cash. While he greedily gathers money, ghosts appear behind him and try to kill him (duh). So Luigi whips around with his flashlight and immediatly begins the battle to suck up the ghost. The only difficult parts about this process are: 1, If you don't have the proper timing, the ghost will disappear before you can even begin to suck it up. 2, If there is more than one ghost, there other can hurt Luigi and cause the other ghost to escape the vacuum cleaners grasp.
This game is pretty cool, and it's on my list for games to get. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
beautiful signal via S-Video. This is an absolute must have for the Dreamcast. Currently, I've hooked my console up to a HD Sony CRT (which does have HDMI support but no VGA). Utilizing this box, I get a clear, beautiful signal via S-Video. Build quality on this adapter appears to be high and the led illumination upon power up is a nice touch. However, I do need to point out my S-Video cable would not fit in the S-Video port because the box housing is tight and the thick casing around the cable disallowed the receptacle to mate with the box. My solution: I carefully shaved a few millimeters off of the cable housing with a razor blade. It didn't take much and it fit like a charm after. I would strongly suggest anyone who finds themselves in a similar situation not to modify the box and opt for modifying the cable housing since S-Video cables are super cheap.
In the future, I may use the VGA output if I get a VGA to HDMI converter but I don't have any present plans to do so. That being said, it's worth the extra dollars just to have my Dreamcast future-proofed since there will be a time when CRT displays are no more. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
And now a word from someone who's read Carter's review. I got this game as a birthday present after getting 1/2 of the money for a GBA and Tony Hawk 2, and I have to say, this is a great game. My cousin has this for Sega Genesis and he loves it (on both platforms :). The only thing wrong is it may get boring or be too hard for some. The graphics and sound effects make the game a hilarous addition to anyone's GBA collection.
A note for Carter Andrews (and all who may be interested):
You can kind of save by entering this code until you get to the level you were on:
During gameplay, pause by pressing START, then press ->, R, B, A, L, L, A, R. Don't confuse "->" (right) with "R". | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Absolutely stunning GBA game. Handheld games are usually given second class treatment when it comes to big name franchises. The games are usually thorwn together quickly with low production values. Kingdom Hearts is the complete opposite.
This game plays, sounds, and looks beautiful.
The voice acting is done superb, the music and sounds are sharp and the graphics are awesome. I cant believe the high quality of the full motion videos in this game. I didn't think a Gameboy was capable of this quality.
And this aint no short romp through the enchanted lands of Disney. The main story took me 18 fun hours to get through. Plus there is a second complete game, with a new character and abilities, once you beat the main story.
And this second game is full with a new story and dialogue. This is pretty much unheard of...
Thoguh i must admit that some of the boss battles in this game will have you ripping your hair out. While the card battles and card collecting is addictive and fun, it can be annoying when some bosses have stacks of the best cards in the game...
All in all this game is a pure gem from its quality packaging and to its superb graphics and gameplay. Whether youve played Kingdom Hearts for the PS2 or not, every Gameboy owned should pick up a copy of this game. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Alright, it was great the first time, but. Why did the people at sega have to copy Sonic 2 to make money? I was really hoping for a great game when I played this right after finishing Sonic 2, but, to my dismay, I found almost no difference between it and Sonic 3.
The mini games are okay, but insanely difficult and pointless and the regular game play makes it seem to be just an expansion on to Sonic 2. While it featured some new power ups, these were not enough to make Sonic 3 a great game over it's predicessor, which I found to be one of the best 2D platform games ever.
I found this game to be a complete waste of my time, since, after all, I'd already just finished it's twin, Sonic 2. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Entertaining but I beat it in a week. I thought this game was much easier than the Two Towers. I liked how you can play as nine different characters instead of just Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli. Gandalf is the best character becasue he can shoot power blast out of his staff. The levels really follow the book and the movie really well. They started the Hobbbits path with escape from Oglislith only because they wouldn't have had many other levels with them. The Black Gate is a great level and I'm so happy none of the orcs have sheilds besides the big ones. I was really disappointed that all four hobbits are basically the same and they're all pretty weak. I wish they had had Eomer in it because he's so cool. I also thought it was way too easy and you should probably and if you don't like to play games over and over well you won't like this one. The secret level stunk too. A good game but too easy. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
well worth your money. this game is so much fun it will keep you entertained for hours. your options are almost endless. another thing is you cant beat it in one day. there are bounes games also. the graphics are great and it has good music that doesnt get on your nerves in about 30 min. you can also hook up your GBA cable link and play multiplayer. there is so many great things about this game i cant name them all and i don't want to spoil it for all you gamers that don't have the game yet. but if you do have the game then you know how awsome it is! its well worth your money to have a good time. so take my advise and go buy it! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
The greatest Zelda Adventure is the original sequel. I wasted many an afternoon in my youth playing this game, running from the blue knights, building up experience so I could max out my stats and trying to finish the Great Palace of course.
This is still considered by many to be the most difficult game ever made for a console, but while that may imply that it is quite frustrating at times (yes. . . it is. . .) it has to be noted that this game is more addicting to fans of action and RPGs than Tetris ever was to anyone else.
I had so much fun playing this game as a kid and this GBA cart and the original Zelda on GBA are the only reasons that I would own a GameBoyAdvance. So great being able to play a game from your childhood while you are on your lunchbreak at work.
The Zelda Carts for GBA are the "must-buys" of the system in my opinion as well as Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories. Buy this guy and get a feel for where it all began. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Get Primed. Wow. What can I say about this game? Absolutely stunning. The gameplay takes a while to get used to, like Goldeneye: 007, you need to hold abutton to look up or down and then it locks in that position. While some of you might be gasping, "Metroid, first-person-shooter?! How could they?" Metroid plays nothing like a FPS, no ammunition, no blood or men falling to the floor, you simply zap mutated aliens, and you don't need to aim, press a button and you aim at the closest enemy and you just fire away. I think the most riveting aspect of this game, is the exploration involved. You have a certain array of visors, the most helpful is the Scanning Visor. You use this visor to scan objects, find enemies' weaknesses or activate buttons to open doors.
The most unique, and intriguing aspect, other than the collecting of information, upgrading weapons and attaining new skills, is the saving process. When you save, you need to find a room specifically designed for saving, you step up onto the platform and lasers come down and scan Samus, energy is replenished, and your game is saved. So as you can see, this is the only way you can save, no pausing and hitting save. So if you have 1 health point left, you may need to encounter enemies and walk across half a level just to save, interstiiiiiiing.
Sound- music is operatic, haunting and induces mood and adrenaline to keep you on your toes.
Design- Levels, breathtaking.
Gameplay- a little funky, takes a little while to get used to.
Replay Value- Trés bien!
Graphics- The best for Gamecube So far!
So if you haven't induced, this game is a must have for anyone who boasts themselves as being a gaming guru. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
RE 1 ,do I need to say more. Resident evil 1 remake..With GOOD graphics. And OTHER voice actors. So, of course I got it and was expecting nothing but a port to the Gamecube and I was planning to beat in 2-3 hours, since Im an old RE fan;)I was totally surprised, because they changed quite a lot of things,locations,added new objects/rooms/monsters. The zombies still can resurrect after you kill them and become awfully fast and agressive (if you don't burn the bodies after you shoot them).The creepy music, darkened rooms and an isolated loneliness feeling in a scary mansion. What else should horror fans wish?All I can say about this game- totally the best horror athmosphere from all RE games! I wonder if it will be my #1 RE now;) | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance. On the field of battle, there are ultimately two outcomes: victory and death. Despite the fantastical setting, no series understands this better than Fire Emblem, where your slain comrades are beyond the power of any salve or spell to save. When you lose a loyal soldier-and you will-there won't be anyone to blame but yourself.
Besides the inevitable (but disappointing) transition to 3D, there are two minor tweaks to formula: the ability to push lighter units out of harm's way and the ability to earn bonus experience by completing a chapter quickly (eliminating the tedium of dispatching every enemy to level up).
Aside from some anime-styled cutscenes, the story is primarily handled through nearly immobile talking heads and huge amounts of text. To summarize: as the blue-haired mercenary leader Ike, you're charged with defending the sole surviving princess of a wrongly invaded nation. Soon enough you encounter the half-beast laguz, capable of becoming fearsome beasts in combat. (As in any good fantasy, real-world issues such as racism are treated within the context of the setting.) I found the concept of several diverse cultures uniting together out of necessity to be deeply redolent of the Suikoden series, which is high praise coming from me.
Still, any SRPG ultimately stands or falls based on the gameplay, an area in which Path of Radiance remains strong. This Emblem is one you'd be proud to wear. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
The Minish Cap: The Legend of Zelda. If you can find my review of Zelda; Oracle of the Ages...you will find more of my experiences.
The game is great. I am not. I am going to have to go to the Cheats you can find Online and figure out how to get anywhere in this game. Not their fault. The Game Boy Advance little compacts are the most beautifully designed pocket games ever made. Their charge lasts a long time, and the entire unit lasts and lasts. These little Warioland 4 and Zelda, and Castlevania cartridges are a joy to own. If you still have one, hang on to it. You can still buy a charging unit for not too much $ and too many kids let their parents talk them into trading them for the next new thing. The parents (too bad) did not apparently play them. The children were too young to know their value. I started playing Mario Pinball and Warioland 4 when I was 73. At 75, besides being an active harpist and trumpet player in community bands....I still play these games. They are exquisitely created and a joy to have!
nancy morse | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
resident evil defintely kicks-majorbut. ~ REsident evil, what words can i possibly use for it?? Other than it is awesome. Throughout the game you'll be going through nothing but pure adrenaline. Around every corner, in every building, and on the other side of each door is nothing but the new and improved fear, crazed cultists infected with what...well i could tell you but...you should find out your self. Unless your scared...hehehe...well, enough of that nonsense...this game definetely is a must. and for old soldiers of the survival horror...(me being one of those proud fews.) will love, like i did the continuing story of Leons past encounter with some familiar face from RE2. THis game Rocked!!!! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
Still Resident Evil but. Yeah, there is no doubt that this is another Resident Evil game which is both good and bad. While it has the classic 'creepy' feel to it there are many strikes against this one. First of all, the controls. For well over five years the controls have been a problem, yet they've never been changed. I've learned to deal with the slow moving characters and the clunky control of them but this time around it's just not forgivable. The games control was clearly not intended for the Gamecubes controler. I didn't mind it as much in the remake because it was a lot less harder and you had room to move, plus if you did manage to get attacked you had automatic defense weapons, something that would have helped this one a lot! Anyway, there are a lot of tight spaces in RE0 with enemies wondering around in them, so odds are you are going to get hit a few times. Billy is tough but Rebecca can't take nearly as much damage, which leads to dying which then leads to sobbing in frusteration because you haven't saved in over an hour, I take the blame for that part though. One thing I actually miss are the item chests! Sure it is great to drop items whenever and where ever, but that only leads to more backtracking to get those items when you need them. I never had any trouble with the item chests. Another thing regarding item managment; why can you only hold 6? You do have two people with you for most of the time which in total you can hold 12 items but I always found my item box full. Maybe that's because for the first time ever the shotgun takes up two spots, as do most other weapons except for the handgun. On the subject of weapons, it would be nice if your enemies were more effected by them. There will be a lot of hits taken because your weapons don't make that much of an impact against some creatures. When a game is hard just because it's cheap not even worth playing. That's not saying I didn't like RE0, sure it has it's share of faults but it is worth playing. It's still the same Resident Evil we know and love it's downfalls are just to much this time. The game itself is still scary and fun. It doesn't have the same impact as it used to, but the atmosphere makes up for the lack of new additions. Everything in this game is very creepy, thanks to the great graphics and sound. Anyway for Resident Evil fans this game is still worth getting everyone else though it's a sure rental. I still can't wait for 'Resident Evil 4' though! | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
oh my gosh. I was very disappointed in this game. It looked like a fun game where you walk around in a mirror, look for keys solve puzzles and maybe use magic but no. Instead there's a little hand on the screen that you move around. All you do is click on stuff. I thought you would control mickey. I mean who the heck thought of the stupid hand clicking. This is not how the game should have been. Every time you do something it shows like a 2 minute movie. DONT BUY THIS GAME. Save your money for good games like smash bros, Resident evil series, mario sunshine, something good. | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
WOW. Hi there fellow gamers. Early in the days of my dreamcasts birth i borrowed a certain game from my bro. That game was Jet Grind Radio. It was the most funky fun fast paced street rollin game i had ever experienced. The toons kept me goin and eluding the police as I "tagged" walls, billboards and even other gang members with my own sign. This made me happy, very happy! I myself have a history of skateboarding. Although i was never the best i did feel passion for it. And in the case that u play as roller bladers in the game it didn't bother me the least. I often despise fruit booters (roller bladers)but the way the game was set up and how the controls gave me the real feel of grinding vanquished my conflict with the sport. If a game can make a guy like me respect fruit booters it's sure as hell is a good one! Visuals-The wonderfully textured backdrops give the cell shaded characters a beautifull look. --8.5--
Originality-This game is one of a kind, who'd ever think of goin and taggin stuff on blades?! --10--
Gameplay/Mechanics-The collision detection is spot on, lockin on to the rails is a breeze! The control is tight and easily adjusted to. The camera tries its best to compliment the player and it does a fairly well job. --9.5--
Sound-Not only does this game have the funkiest songs and beats, it has it's own unique set of sound effects. The police chasing you is very gratifying when they yell "hup! hup!hup! hup!Hup!" and the detective cracks me up every time. --9.5--
-OVER ALL- -9.5- (not an average) | video-games_retro-gaming-microconsoles |
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