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NWR Mafia Games / Re: Mafia XXXIII Punch-Out!! Round 6
« on: May 04, 2009, 11:16:05 PM »
I choose to VOTE DAAAMAN
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NWR Mafia Games / Re: Mafia XXXIV Punch-Out!! Round 5
« on: May 01, 2009, 04:12:27 PM »
Looking at the evidence, I'm going to have to vote Yoshidious.
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NWR Mafia Games / Re: Mafia XXXIV Punch-Out!! Round 4
« on: April 30, 2009, 11:06:35 PM »
I choose to vote for Blackfootsteps
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NWR Mafia Games / Re: Mafia XXXIII Punch-Out!! Round 3
« on: April 29, 2009, 03:47:23 PM »
I'm going to vote for Pale. I wasn't able to play on Monday, but I don't like the way the Stevey vote went down. I know there's not much to go for with a first day vote, but it seems weird to do a vote just to teach someone a lesson.
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Podcast Discussion / Re: Radio Trivia: Podcast Edition - Episode 50
« on: April 29, 2009, 02:14:14 PM »
I loved the gameboy tribute episode. Radio Trivia has some great theme episodes, and this one is probably the best one thanks to the discussions in between songs.
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Podcast Discussion / Re: Radio Free Nintendo: Episode 142
« on: April 29, 2009, 02:10:16 PM »
Just wanted to say that I loved the Super Metroid Retrospective. When the RFN crew is really passionate about a subject, the discussion gets very interesting. The episode was really on the same level as Retronauts.
Super Metroid is one of my all time favorite games. A friend of mine either had it or rented it when I was eleven or twelve, because I remember playing it briefly. After that, I never touched it and forgot about it as system generations shifted. In 2002, I got the 150th issue of EGM that ranked Super Metroid as the best game of all time. Since I was getting back into SNES games, I decided that I would track the game down and play it. That summer I finally received a copy of it from a friend and couldn't wait to try it out.
I had a hard time getting started. I never played a lot of shooters, so I found myself dying quite a bit. I think I faced the Chozo Statue five embarrassing times before I got the hang of it. One of the first things I noticed was how creepy Super Metroid was. The feeling of isolation is so strong, and certain areas definitely play to that, such as Maridia and the Wrecked Ship. Other touches such as the dead hunter outside of Kraid's lair add to the overall effect. I'm pretty sure I jumped a few times, like when I fought Kraid for the first time.
One problem I had in the game was with wall jumping. It can be a hard technique to master. I fell down the trap door in Brinstar that's before one of the energy tanks, and there's no way out without wall jumping. I thought my poor SNES controller was going to break from the noises it made as I tried to make it up the shaft. I finally made it to the top and went back for the energy tank, only to fall back down again.
The last thought about the game that comes to my mind is how stressful the end of the game can be. It's not the fight with Mother Brain, but the escape afterward. You're in such a hurry, that it's easy to miss a jump up the shaft and fall a few screens down. Then it was a pain to deal with the room with the corridors that led to dead ends. Every time you mess up, that counter will throw you off if you let it.
It was such a great experience playing through it that summer. I ended up playing through probably three or four times. I think I'll probably end up doing another run through it this summer.
Super Metroid is one of my all time favorite games. A friend of mine either had it or rented it when I was eleven or twelve, because I remember playing it briefly. After that, I never touched it and forgot about it as system generations shifted. In 2002, I got the 150th issue of EGM that ranked Super Metroid as the best game of all time. Since I was getting back into SNES games, I decided that I would track the game down and play it. That summer I finally received a copy of it from a friend and couldn't wait to try it out.
I had a hard time getting started. I never played a lot of shooters, so I found myself dying quite a bit. I think I faced the Chozo Statue five embarrassing times before I got the hang of it. One of the first things I noticed was how creepy Super Metroid was. The feeling of isolation is so strong, and certain areas definitely play to that, such as Maridia and the Wrecked Ship. Other touches such as the dead hunter outside of Kraid's lair add to the overall effect. I'm pretty sure I jumped a few times, like when I fought Kraid for the first time.
One problem I had in the game was with wall jumping. It can be a hard technique to master. I fell down the trap door in Brinstar that's before one of the energy tanks, and there's no way out without wall jumping. I thought my poor SNES controller was going to break from the noises it made as I tried to make it up the shaft. I finally made it to the top and went back for the energy tank, only to fall back down again.
The last thought about the game that comes to my mind is how stressful the end of the game can be. It's not the fight with Mother Brain, but the escape afterward. You're in such a hurry, that it's easy to miss a jump up the shaft and fall a few screens down. Then it was a pain to deal with the room with the corridors that led to dead ends. Every time you mess up, that counter will throw you off if you let it.
It was such a great experience playing through it that summer. I ended up playing through probably three or four times. I think I'll probably end up doing another run through it this summer.
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NWR Mafia Games / Re: Punch-Out!! Mafia Sign-Ups - Now with Punch-Drunk Prizes!
« on: April 23, 2009, 02:16:48 AM »
I decided to pick Bear Hugger as my character for this round. Thanks Maxi for the remaining character roster as a quick reference.
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NWR Mafia Games / Re: Punch-Out!! Mafia Sign-Ups - Now with Punch-Drunk Prizes!
« on: April 21, 2009, 12:57:15 PM »
I'll join in on this one. Not sure who my avatar will be at the moment.
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: NPC! <what game would you insert here>
« on: April 20, 2009, 12:16:17 AM »
NPC Mario Kart Double Dash would be pretty fun. I'd love to play through it again with the wheel. Luigi's Mansion and Mario Sunshine would be good picks as well. I never played Sunshine, so I'd definitely pick it up if it came out.
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Animal Crossing: City Folk
« on: April 20, 2009, 12:08:19 AM »Quotei caught a flea on a bear character. My girlfriend thought it was cute that the animals can catch fleas.
I caught a flea on Bella the rat. It seemed appropriate, though she swore up and down that she wasn't dirty...
Oh, so when an animal has black dots hopping from them, those are fleas? I had no idea what that was for. The first time I saw it happen was during a fishing tournament. The animal that had fleas was the one with the biggest catch thus far in the tournament. I thought it was a sign that the animal was in the lead.
Then it happened on a non-tournament day, and got more confused about it. I guess I should read FAQs more often about this game.
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Same here. I got rid of my Snowman theme, since I want a fresh start, but haven't picked a theme.
That's my wife's current theme for her house. I think I might make my living room a garden with lots of plants and a pond. I think there's an indoor pond that I've seen before.
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Animal Crossing: City Folk
« on: April 19, 2009, 07:44:15 PM »
So after two months of craziness, I had enough time to catch up in AC:CF. It's nice just to spend a day doing chores in a fake world than a real one 
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Once I finish paying of my final loan from Nook, I think I'll actually work on doing something different with my house. It's not bad, but it still somewhat looks like a mess.
. Once I finish paying of my final loan from Nook, I think I'll actually work on doing something different with my house. It's not bad, but it still somewhat looks like a mess.
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Excitebots:Trick Racing!
« on: April 19, 2009, 07:39:51 PM »
So who plans on getting it come Monday?
I want to, but I don't have enough cash. It was between Excitebots and the Klonoa remake. However, once I can find the funds, I'll be picking this up. All the video previews make the game seem like it's so much fun. I love that it seems so different then other racers out there.
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Podcast Discussion / Re: Radio Free Nintendo: Episode 141
« on: April 18, 2009, 01:53:57 AM »
I liked the in depth discussion about the Virtual Boy. I've never been able to try one, and it always gets mocked whenever it's brought up. It's nice to hear that there's some good games with unique ideas on it.
Also enjoyed the Secret of Mana discussion. I have it on my wii, but I'm not that far into it and couldn't join the discussion. I'd love to play it one day with my friends.
Also enjoyed the Secret of Mana discussion. I have it on my wii, but I'm not that far into it and couldn't join the discussion. I'd love to play it one day with my friends.
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Amazing Deals for DS & GBA
« on: April 09, 2009, 01:47:35 PM »
Gogamer.com has Bangai-O Spirits for $12.90 for the next 36 hours.
http://www.gogamer.com/viewproduct.htm?productId=62875512
http://www.gogamer.com/viewproduct.htm?productId=62875512
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Your Top 5 most wanted for the GB/GBA DSi service.
« on: April 07, 2009, 02:24:42 AM »
1. Mother 3- Not going to happen, but I can dream.
2. Pokemon Pinball- I hear lots of praise for it, but I never got a chance to play it. I enjoyed Metroid pinball, so I'd like to try another nintendo themed pinball game.
3. Mario Land 2- This was the game I wanted when I got my gameboy. I remember that it was a lot of fun, but I never got a chance to beat it.
4. Advance Wars- Never got a chance to play the series, so it would be nice to have easy access to the first one.
5. Pokemon Red and Blue- Yes, they've been remade, but I wouldn't mind playing the very old games just to reminisce playing them for the first time.
2. Pokemon Pinball- I hear lots of praise for it, but I never got a chance to play it. I enjoyed Metroid pinball, so I'd like to try another nintendo themed pinball game.
3. Mario Land 2- This was the game I wanted when I got my gameboy. I remember that it was a lot of fun, but I never got a chance to beat it.
4. Advance Wars- Never got a chance to play the series, so it would be nice to have easy access to the first one.
5. Pokemon Red and Blue- Yes, they've been remade, but I wouldn't mind playing the very old games just to reminisce playing them for the first time.
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: any pokemon u want
« on: April 04, 2009, 02:25:18 AM »
Okay, both are set up with pokerus and master balls. I'll trade them over to my copy of platinum tonight. They'll be ready for trading tomorrow.
If you have any questions or need to contact me, feel free to PM me, or find me on aim. I have my aim name in my profile.
If you have any questions or need to contact me, feel free to PM me, or find me on aim. I have my aim name in my profile.
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Explodemon - WiiWare game from Curve Studios
« on: April 04, 2009, 02:13:15 AM »
The game looks really nice from the trailer. The more fun platformers on wiiware is always a good thing.
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: any pokemon u want
« on: April 04, 2009, 01:59:21 AM »
Cool, I'll add yours tonight. So far, your Chimchar (Naive Nature) has Pokerus, and I'll put him to level 13, which is one level before he evolves. Your Glameow (Timid nature) will be around level 20.
Do you want them nicknamed anything special?
Do you want them nicknamed anything special?
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: any pokemon u want
« on: April 03, 2009, 01:00:58 PM »
Sounds good, we'll trade around that time.
My FC for Platinum is 3394 9610 2208 and my name for the game is Gregory. I'll also need your in game name so I can register your FC.
My FC for Platinum is 3394 9610 2208 and my name for the game is Gregory. I'll also need your in game name so I can register your FC.
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: any pokemon u want
« on: April 03, 2009, 02:56:08 AM »
Yeah, I have one in Diamond. I'll breed one for you, along with Chimchar. Both will have pokerus on them, along with two master balls. Is Saturday around 3 PM eastern time good for trading?
I'll put up my FC tomorrow. I'm in the middle of connecting my copy of platinum to my wii, but the process is taking longer than I thought it would.
I'll put up my FC tomorrow. I'm in the middle of connecting my copy of platinum to my wii, but the process is taking longer than I thought it would.
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: any pokemon u want
« on: April 02, 2009, 11:23:57 PM »Do you want anything in particular or do you just want to swap and swap back?
My FC is in my sig, what's yours?
Do you need any of the other starters or something? I have an almost completed pokedex on my diamond cart, so I don't need anything in particular. I can just send you the other two starters (or anything you'd like to request, along with the pokerus). I'll set them up to the level just before they evolve, so it wont be so much of a chore for you to get them where they need to be.
Also, do you want any extra master balls? I have Emerald, so I have access to the cloning ability. Just let me know via PMing, and we can set up a time to trade, preferably over the weekend. I'll also add my FC's for Platinum later on tonight.
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: any pokemon u want
« on: April 02, 2009, 04:49:35 PM »I wouldn't mind getting the Pokerus. I forgot what it does though, it boosted growth stats, right?
Yeah, it's a big help when you EV train. If you give a pokemon pokerus, and give it a macho brace, you can cut EV training into a fourth of what it normally takes (depending on what pokemon you battle to gain EVs). It's a good idea to infect a bunch of your pokemon with it, then keep some in storage, so they can still infect other new pokemon you want to train.
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General Gaming / Re: So nobody likes GameStop?
« on: March 22, 2009, 07:23:10 PM »
Most of the GameStop stores I've dealt with have been good. The employees usually let me be, but if I need help they'll give it to me. One of the employees even gave me tips on finding a wii when I didn't have one.
Unfortunately, my wife and I just moved, and the GameStop that I've tried so far fits in with the 'bad GameStop' stereotype.
Unfortunately, my wife and I just moved, and the GameStop that I've tried so far fits in with the 'bad GameStop' stereotype.
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General Gaming / Re: bible games
« on: March 22, 2009, 07:11:36 PM »
I had Bible Adventures back in the day. It wasn't a very good game, but the Noah section was pretty good. My friends and I would play through it and try to collect the animals. I know we beat it at least once.
Um, as far as modern stuff goes, I know there's Guitar Praise. I also think there's a DDR clone as well. Other than that, if you're looking for more modern games, your best bet is doing a search for PC games.
Um, as far as modern stuff goes, I know there's Guitar Praise. I also think there's a DDR clone as well. Other than that, if you're looking for more modern games, your best bet is doing a search for PC games.
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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Buy a used copy of Diamond/Pearl or wait for Platinum?
« on: March 21, 2009, 02:31:16 AM »
As someone who has Diamond and is buying Platinum, I think you should pick up Platinum. I got back into Pokemon by picking up Emerald a few months before Diamond came out. I found Emerald much more interesting than Sapphire or Ruby because of the Battle Frontier and all the extras.
If you ever need someone to battle, trade, or get advice from, feel free to pm me.
If you ever need someone to battle, trade, or get advice from, feel free to pm me.
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