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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Hittin' the trail...the Oregon Trail that is!

« on: December 30, 2009, 03:59:09 PM »

Who made the game?

You think this could be an attempt by Nintendo to have the DSi replace the AppleIIe in American Classrooms so they can teach the children about the wild west.

Gameloft is the publisher and The Learning Company also shows up in the opening credits so I'm assuming they're involved somehow.  I wouldn't be surprised if this is Nintendo's first step into getting the DS into schools to create a new generation of gamers fully under their command.  All lessons would be taught by a floating Dr. Kawashima head and Dr. Lobe.  How awesome would that be?

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Nintendo Gaming / Hittin' the trail...the Oregon Trail that is!

« on: December 30, 2009, 12:41:56 PM »

I downloaded the game the other day, mainly due to my fond childhood memories.  I planned on playing it for a few minutes on the drive home from work and ended up playing for most of the night.  Nothing about the game is difficult although I am playing on normal difficulty, as hard and extreme were locked from the start.  The first stops on the trail are all training mode events anyway to show you how each mini game works.  On each loading screen, there are bits of trivia and history lessons.  Great stuff for kids and ill-informed adults such as myself.

Sadly, I lost my youngest daughter Cammy when a Bald Eagle swooped in and carried her off "Never to be seen or heard from again."  This happened real early in the game and I didn't realize I was supposed to shoot it to keep my family safe.  The bird came back later to snatch up my son Guile, but this time daddy Zangief blew it out of the sky.  Mommy Rose wasn't too happy about it, which makes no sense after losing her youngest daughter.  I guess having daughter Chun Li around was enough for her. 

In short, a fun and educational game which isn't for everyone.  Definitely not for the 'hardcore' gamer, but a definite fun change of pace from the normal grinding of experience and shooting of people.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Advise me on a new Sudoku/Puzzle DS Game for my Mom?

« on: December 30, 2009, 12:29:23 PM »

I've been looking at the DSiWare Sudoku games and don't know which one to download.  Based on what Vudu wrote, it looks like I should skip on them all but I really want to carry less game carts with me when I'm out.

So Vudu, if you had to recommend one, which one would it be, even if it's the best of the worst.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Data East Arcade Classics

« on: December 04, 2009, 12:59:33 PM »

That's what I get for not looking back further.  Sorry everyone.  On the plus side, I did add new information including the entire game list, so it's not all bad, right? 

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Nintendo Gaming / Data East Arcade Classics

« on: December 04, 2009, 09:45:37 AM »

I didn't see this posted anywhere, but Data East is compiling 15 of their old arcade games into a collection for the Wii.  The game is set to release in the first part of next year and carries a price tag of $20.  Sounds like a steal if you ask me.

Here's the list of games:

BurgerTime, Peter Pepper's Ice Cream Factory (the rare sequel to Burger Time), Bad Dudes vs. Dragon Ninja, Burnin' Rubber, Caveman Ninja, Crude Buster, Express Raider, Heavy Barrel, Lock ‘n' Chase, Magical Drop III, Secret Agent, Side Pocket, Street Hoop, Super Real Darwin and Wizard Fire

Not trying to date myself here, but I played almost all of these gamesin the arcade growing up and have many fond memories attached to them. The big one that I want from this list is Heavy Barrel. I played that game so much that I had memorized all the gun piece locations and when to grab a piece or skip it.  One of my all-time favorite gaming moments was telling my friend that I was going to be the entire game on one quarter, only to pull it off with one man.  Epic.

The other games that leap out to me are Magical Drop III (which I never got into in the arcades), BurgerTime, Lock 'N' Chase, and of course Bad Dudes.  Heck, I wrote a comic based on Bad Dudes.   

As far as extra are concerned, the game offers up some neat stuff to keep players interested.  There are 75 goals (can you say achievements?) which will unlock music soundtracks, arcade cabinet artwork, and gallery items.  You can link your high scores to your Mii, although I don't see what that does.  Save, load, and pause the game at any point for making it easier to pick up and put down.  The game supports all four control types (Wiimote only, Wiimote + Nunchuk, Classic, and Gamecube).  Seriously, if one of the control types allows me to move my HeavyBarrel guy with one stick and control his waist with the other I'll bein nerd heaven.

The only thing that looks missing is online play and an online leaderboard.  Online play really doesn't suit these types of games, so it's exclusion isn't that big of a deal.  Not having a worldwide leaderboard is a shame though. 

Finally, here's the official trailer for the game:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZY_GY5zpt8

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: EXCITEBIKE World Rally (WiiWare)

« on: November 13, 2009, 06:59:35 PM »

      

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: EXCITEBIKE World Rally (WiiWare)

« on: November 09, 2009, 06:12:17 PM »

$10's...$10's....no whammy's....STOP!

Big Bucks! $10 + a spin.  Whoo!

A messed around with it a little bit earlier today.  It's totally OG Excitebike and the track editor is fairly painless.  You can save 8 tracks and trade them to friends.  Not bad.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: EXCITEBIKE World Rally (WiiWare)

« on: October 27, 2009, 02:08:33 AM »

$10's...$10's....no whammy's....STOP!

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General Chat / Re: Official 2009 NFL Football Season Discussion Thread

« on: October 09, 2009, 03:11:27 PM »

And the 49ers just got better with the Crabtree signing completed.  I wonder how much playtime he'll see against Atlanta?

Finally!  So glad he'll be on the field now so we can be in awe of his greatness!  That aside, I'm hoping the 49'ers will do well this year.  And considering a slice of the 85's Bears is leading them, they should be just fine.

I love our new coach and the attitude he brings to the team.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dV-DO8WAq5g

It's also interesting rooting for a fourth team this year.  Normally it's whomever is playing the Rams, Seahawks, and Cards, but this year I'm also rooting for any team up against the Panthers.  We traded our 2nd round pick this year for the Panther's first round pick next season.  They way their going now, that could end up being a top 10 pick.  w00t!

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Movies & TV / Re: Rate the last TV show you've seen

« on: October 09, 2009, 02:58:47 PM »

I forgot to add Dexter to my Sunday line up.
30 Rock isn't on right now.
I don't like the lead girl in Glee, she is too broadway for TV.
I watch Top Model from time to time, but I'm not dependent on new episodes, reruns are just fine.
I saw few episodes of Califonication when it first started, but it just seemed like an excuse for Moulder to get naked with women of varying degrees of attractiveness.
Not a fan of The Office and never watched Ugly Betty.

Mad Men is something I've meaning to check out, but I want to start from the beginning.

I'd add the Big Bang Theory to your line up, but it's on Monday's (9:30 ABC) so it doesn't help your Tue-Thur dilemma. 

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Movies & TV / Re: New Movies we should keep an eye out for!

« on: October 07, 2009, 10:40:18 AM »

I saw Zombieland over the weekend and can honestly say that it is one of the top three movies of the year thus far.  Funny almost the entire way through and worth the money.

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General Chat / Re: Official 2009 NFL Football Season Discussion Thread

« on: October 07, 2009, 10:37:54 AM »

And the 49ers just got better with the Crabtree signing completed.  I wonder how much playtime he'll see against Atlanta?

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Movies & TV / Re: Rate the last TV show you've seen

« on: October 07, 2009, 10:37:09 AM »

Big Bang Theory S03E02

Awesome as usual.  Too many LOL moments to count.  The only thing that baffles me is how this show is written by the same guy who does Two and a Half Men.  o.0

9/10

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Selling off some DS games

« on: October 01, 2009, 07:36:00 PM »

That sounds good, but you miss understood the question a little. The question is HOW would I pay you. If I did an international bank transfer I eat a one off $25NZD fee which costs more than the game!. I can get that down a little more, but the question still remains. And don't suggest paypal since they are an unregulated mess I wouldn't touch with anything that didn't deserve to die.

HOW would I pay you without incurring such high fees that doesn't involve sending cash through the mail(Asinine)?

Ah, good point.  Ummm, I don't know.  You could send me Virtual Console games, but I bet that won't work since I assume you're in the European market.  Let me think on it.

I could send you something that can only be found in NZ, but I figure you want cash. This is the land of milk and honey. (Also a lot of cow waste for said milk). I also could buy something online of near equivalent value.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Selling off some DS games

« on: October 01, 2009, 11:50:43 AM »

I would like to get fire emblem, but given international borders and banking, I have no idea how I would pay you with out eating more fees than a unpaid parking ticket. New Zealand btw. I also assume that is USD. If you have any ideas, I would be happy to take you up on the offer.

Some quick google searches have given me some estimates.

Game is $15 US dollars = $21 NZ dollars (found here)
Shipping is $13 = $18 NZ dollars (found here)

Looks like the total would be $28 US dollars ($39 NZ dollars) and 6-10 day shipping.  Whatcha' think?

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days

« on: September 30, 2009, 10:37:42 PM »

What's up with that name though?  Conspiracy?!

http://www.mondaynightcrew.com/issues/comic_0194.html

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Selling off some DS games

« on: September 29, 2009, 08:19:58 AM »

Well, Tingle is gone.  I still have Fire Emblem, FF3 w/hint book, the free AW:DR case, import Tatsunoko vs Capcom, and the Conduit up for grabs.

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Selling off some DS games

« on: September 28, 2009, 02:56:07 PM »

I'll take Tingle. 

Looks like rbtr beat you to it, but if he's willing to pass on it then it's all yours.

I also found one more game that I'm unloading.  The Conduit on the Wii.  Say $25 plus shipping for that as well.

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Nintendo Gaming / Selling off some DS games

« on: September 28, 2009, 08:32:50 AM »

* Don't know if this is posted in the right place, so mods feel free to move it if needed. *

Hey guys, I'm looking to sell a few of my DS games.  The titles in question are Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and Freshly Picked: Tingle's Rosy Rupeeland.  Both games are the UK versions so they are translated into English already.  I've got a copy of Final Fantasy III (American version) w/the Brady Hint Book.  I'm looking for $15 each w/$5 to cover shipping.  If anyone wants more than one the shipping can be combined.  Finally, I have a case only for Advance Wars: Days of Ruin with all of the paperwork and instructions perfectly intact.  It would be great for someone who only has the cartridge.  Someone can have that, paying only the cost of shipping.

I do have a single Wii game to get rid of as well.  The Japanese version of Tatsunoku vs Capcom.  I only played it a few times and didn't really care for it.  With the American version coming out in the not so distant future, I get that no one will be interested, but it doesn't hurt to ask.  Looking for about $30 plus shipping.

PM me if you're interested in anything or have questions.  If I get no bites, I'll go with Ebay I guess.  Just thought I'd throw them out here since you guys would appreciate the games more and I know they'd be in a good home.

Edit: Forgot the FF3 game.
Edit 2: Forgot the Tatsunoku vs Capcom game.   
Edit 3: Forgot the Conduit game.  (see 3rd post)

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Professor Layton 2: Diabolical Box - OUT NOW, MY FUNK SOUL BROTHERS!

« on: September 06, 2009, 10:40:15 PM »

o.0

What the heck did I just watch and why did I feel compelled to watch the rest of them?

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Professor Layton 2: Diabolical Box - OUT NOW, MY FUNK SOUL BROTHERS!

« on: September 06, 2009, 09:43:49 AM »

One of my friends is a huge Layton fan and got me playing the first one a while back.  He's been a non-stop chatterbox over the sequel.  Then he surprises me by penning this comic:

http://www.mondaynightcrew.com/issues/comic_0178.html

Should I be worried?

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General Gaming / Re: Who is going to buy a PS3 Slim?

« on: August 31, 2009, 11:06:00 PM »

As opposed to every other console library?  What's that old saying?  "99% of everything is crap"?

Wrong. On the Nintendo 64, it's the opposite: 99% of its games are pure awesome.

Yeah, all 6 games that came out for it.  Zing!

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General Gaming / Re: Who is going to buy a PS3 Slim?

« on: August 31, 2009, 05:40:58 PM »

Here's our take on the PS3 Slim:

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Nintendo Gaming / Re: Cursed Mountain

« on: August 29, 2009, 01:35:13 PM »

A friend of mine let me borrow his copy.  I've only just begun, but so far it's not bad.  Graphically it's not going to win any awards, but isn't that true of about 90% of Wii titles?  The audio is cool and the environments are, at least thus far, pretty creepy.  The controls are odd.  It's kind of a like RE4 with the camera and control.  'A' examines things, 'B' swings your weapon, 'C' turns on your third eye vision (think MP visor), 'Z' runs, and 'down' on the dpad enters first person view.  There is no strafing, quick turn, or pointer controls.  Well, you use the pointer a little bit in the third eye vision mode, but for the most part you don't need the Wii Remote pointed at the screen.

I'll post more as I play. 

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General Gaming / Re: PS3 Friend Tags

« on: August 13, 2009, 11:07:50 AM »

Just jumped onto the PS3 bandwagon.  The only game I have right now is Fat Princess.  XD

My PSN ID is: MNC_Dover