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Nintendo Gaming / Mario Kart Discussion (TALK ABOUT MARIO KART HERE)

« on: May 05, 2003, 01:55:29 PM »

I can see what people mean by the R button as the accelerator, but for me, it would be annoying. I would personally prefer A button as gas. Having R trigger to control the rate of acceleration would be kinda annoying. I mean it is more awkard to press than A button, and you would have to coninuely hold the button at the EXACT speed you want it [I know you have to do the same with A button but it is a lot easier to reach, and it isnt uncomfortable as continuely holding R.

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Nintendo Gaming / Gotcha Force - another Capcom game?

« on: May 05, 2003, 03:59:47 AM »

Yeah this was brought up on another message board. Some people believed it could be a name change for a title we already know about. I guess we will have to wait until E3 to find out.

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Nintendo Gaming / If nintendo dies.....

« on: May 05, 2003, 03:54:18 AM »

*goes off to kill himself* ok....maybe that was going a bit overboard...but I really would like to ride a Yoshi.

[PIAC]

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Nintendo Gaming / If nintendo dies.....

« on: May 04, 2003, 10:45:03 PM »

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Originally posted by: PIAC
nah nintendo is eternal they arn't going anywhere also does Mr Miyamoto have children? children that have an interest in designing games?

So when the world ends Nintendo will still be around?

[willow_yatta]

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Nintendo Gaming / GameCube SP

« on: May 04, 2003, 09:03:04 PM »

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Originally posted by: willow_yatta
Ok sure... I get the bang for the buck thing etc.

But a game console let me repeat a 'GAME' console with no DVD player is not stupid. And again because its not a Media Hub or whatever S & MS call their machines, but a GAME console. Are you getting me?

So a new perspective pops up... Nintendo isn't 'out-of-touch' when it comes to gaming. Actually, you can say that they're the ultimate GAMING company. Why? Because of the GameCube. It plays games period. And plays the greatest games at that. See? Now who's out-of-touch?

I can see it now... If Nintendo does relaunch the GameCube with a new ad campaign they could go for something like this... 'Which GAME console do you really need? The one that slices & dices or the one that plays the greatest GAMES?  The Nintendo GameCube. It's Born to Play.'

Can you see it now? Also, its not a battle between Sony, Microsoft, & Nintendo. The current console battle looks like this. Sony vs. Microsoft-The Battle for the Media Hub or whatever they call their machines. Nintendo-The winner of the GAME console battle.

Sure Nintendo didn't sell enough GameCubes as they thought they would but their company is still PROFITABLE. They still earned money from GameCube, while S & MS are struggling with debts. Why? Because they lose money with every console sold.

So now do you get it? And again, A game console may I repeat a GAME CONSOLE with no DVD PLAYER is not stupid.

If you're a casual gamer, that's ok. But I hope you become hardcore soon. ^_^

Seriously dude, someone isnt going to buy a console just because its labled a "Gaming Console". I would consider the PS2 to be an Entertainment console. Now if you actually read what I said, you will notice that I never stated that either the PS2 or XBox were a True gaming console. Personally who gives a rats Ar$e if a console isnt a "True" gaming system. It just means that people like you and me are missing out on features. Now Im not a casual gamer, I live for games, but it just annoys me when people say the GameCube doesnt need DVD playback. Because if you want to tap into the Casual Gaming market it is needed. Ok lets look at this situation. Im a person who is interested in games, yet I know nothing about any console.

I have a features list of all 3 consoles. I have looked at the games. Which one do you think im going to pick? [Now Im not just saying this, I have seen this in many gamestores. I love Nintendo and they will always be my first preference, so there is no biasm here] Natually I would go for a PS2 or a XBox, because they offer more features over the GameCube. Can you see what Im trying to say? In my previous post I was talking about Casual Gamers not a "Hardcore gamer" as you call them. I never said a game console was stupid because it didnt have a DVD player. What I said was to THINK a console shouldnt have a DVD player is a bit stupid. Nintendo and every other company are in business to make money. Naturally they are going to try and sell products to appeal at a wide range of gamers. I think a DVD player/CD player works well.
 

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Nintendo Gaming / If nintendo dies.....

« on: May 04, 2003, 08:01:50 PM »

Eventually they WILL leave the Video Games business.

I would really like to see a Mario collection, Similar to the Sonic Mega Collection. It would have to feature every Mario game.

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General Chat / Newbie Check-In ... right this way!

« on: May 04, 2003, 07:33:14 PM »

Yeah, Im new to these boards as well. They seem A-Ok so I think I might stay.

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Nintendo Gaming / XBox's big game is Halo 2, what is GC big game of 2004?

« on: May 04, 2003, 07:26:12 PM »

Ive played GTA: Vice City, and I must say I was rather disappointed. To me, it seemed to focus on the violent side of the game rather that actually making you do anything. It doesnt involve much skill to run around capping people. Thats my thoughts on it anyway.

As for the big game, I dont think it has been announced yet. Nintendo, no doubt, have a few titles up their sleeve that we dont know about. Realistic Zelda? All new Mario? New Smash Bros? Who knows.

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Nintendo Gaming / enter the matrix

« on: May 04, 2003, 07:22:24 PM »

I think people will expect the title to be the same quality as the movie, which it probably wont.

Im not sure if I will pick it up but im leaning towards not.

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Nintendo Gaming / GameCube SP

« on: May 04, 2003, 07:14:53 PM »

Wether you agree to it or not, the DVD player is an important factor by todays standards. I brought my PS2 not only because I wanted some of the games, but also a DVD player for my room. Now I know you will say "if you want a DVD Player go buy one" its not as easy as that. The money factor influences people greatly, people like more bang for their buck so to speak. A system that plays games, AS WELL as DVD and CDs and is a reasonable price is sure to attract a lot of casual gamers as well as people like me. To say that the GameCube doesnt need one is a bit stupid. Think about the Casual Gamers and what they are going to pick.

As for the look of the System. Are you looking at your console when you are playing games? No? Then what are people whinging about [Im not talking about you guys, im talking about the critics etc]  

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Nintendo Gaming / If nintendo dies.....

« on: May 04, 2003, 07:09:13 PM »

I cant seen Nintendo "dying" anytime soon. As for "the game industry will die as well" how can you justify saying that? Nintendo dont make a HUGE chunk of the video games industry, there are other consoles that get support from fans as well. I myself, am a Nintendo fan but I do enjoy titles on other systems. Its what a true gamer should do. If Nintendo died, you would still play video games on other systems wouldnt you? I know I would.  

[ZombieX]

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Nintendo Gaming / Mario Kart Discussion (TALK ABOUT MARIO KART HERE)

« on: May 04, 2003, 07:04:33 PM »

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Ugh...I hope a co-op feature is thrown in there...

I don't think their will be a co-op feature.  IMO I don't think it would be very fun.  The whole fun of playing MK is driving around AND blasting others.  Why would anyone want to split this up for two people to do?

If there was co-op, that would mean only one person drives (boring) and the other person has to wait around for the driver to pick up an item (boring).  What if the driver only picks up bananas and mushrooms?  Do you really think it would be fun to just sit around and press one button to fire bananas and use mushrooms?

Its one of those "it can work like a charm, and yet fail miserably". Remember they could we and truly add a co-op mode where you can "switch on the fly", as the single player suggests. I cant really pass judgement on this game until I see it in motion. It DOES look very interesting ill give them that.

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Nintendo Gaming / Gettin' Cube...finally! (Official "What game should I get?" Thread)

« on: May 04, 2003, 07:00:56 PM »

Of the titles that I have played I can recommend [In on particular order mind you];

Eternal Darkness [I just got this title so I havent played it full through, but I recommend it to anyone]

Super Mario Sunshine [This one is a toughy, although it was a good game, I was disappointed with the way the game turned out]

Starfox Adventures [Awesome titles, just a bit on the short side]

Animal Crossing [I recently picked up this titles and its Nintendo through and through, awesome little gem]

Super Smash Bros Melee [Great title, Best enjoyed with some Coke, some form of food, and a handful of mates]

Waverace: Blue Storm [It might float your boat it might not, I enjoyed it]
TimeSplitters 2 [Just a well rounded FPS]

Sega Soccer Slam [SSS, IMO, would have to be the most underrated GameCube title to date. Suprisengly awesome, tons of stuff to do. Fun can wear off over a while but thats to be expected.

Aggressive Inline [If your an inline skating fan pick this one up]

Then there's the usual titles like Pikmin, Luigi's Mansion etc.