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[The Omen]

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Factor 5 Rumblings

« on: July 19, 2007, 10:01:51 AM »

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Originally posted by: The Omen
Factor 5 and SK both took some digs on the way out.  This is why capitalism sucks-money means your knees get dirty often.

Factor 5 and SK may get their knees dirty...but Too Human is going to make all fanboys get down on their knees and bow down...

Lair...haven't seen much about it.

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Wii Motion Sensing Precision

« on: July 18, 2007, 08:09:53 AM »

Excellent question...

But who's going to answer it? Let me try to 'splain...

If you're referring to 3D motion, SSX Blur does a real good job for uber tricks...Therefore, I think it depends on the developer.  Madden is another game where it feels really comfortable on both the Wii Remote and the Nunchuk...especially with the power moves.

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TalkBack / RE:INTERVIEWS: The Denis Dyack Interview

« on: July 18, 2007, 04:06:13 AM »

SCORE for NWR...

That was an excellent interview.  I spent my first hour of work reading it...talk about making the time pass.  I've always been a huge SK fan...and I have a lot of respect for Denis Dyack.  

[Kairon]

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Factor 5 Rumblings

« on: July 17, 2007, 11:38:53 AM »

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Originally posted by: Kairon
No better time to rebuild a bridge I say!

Ever hear of the prodigal son?

I'm not even sure there was a bridge burnt in the first place...same applies to SK...no bridges were burned there either...there's still a lot of respect out there by both Nintendo and Factor 5 for each other...I think the fanboys went and burned the pseudo-bridge in their minds and framed Factor 5 for it...

Hmmmm...pseudo-bridge...not quite ripe yet?

[nitsu niflheim]

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Factor 5 Rumblings

« on: July 17, 2007, 11:36:04 AM »

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Originally posted by: nitsu niflheim
As far as I am concerned, they burned their bridges on their way out.  They made a bet on PS3 and now that it looks like it's not going to pan out they want to come back like they never made all those dumbass comments?

Uhmmm...what comments...are you talking about the comments from last year's E3 by Julian Eggbrecht?...i don't remember any bad comments about the Wii...

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Nintendo Gaming / RE: Nitro Bikes - Wii Exclusive

« on: July 16, 2007, 06:06:24 AM »

Hmmm...saw the trailer to this game.  It looked just like Excite Truck...and I'll probably play it for 5 minutes and throw it in my closet to collect dust like Excite Truck...or just not purchase it at all...unless...

ONLINE with VOICE CHAT!!!  Some company please prove that this is possible on Wii...and not just DS...

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Nintendo Gaming / Factor 5 Rumblings

« on: July 16, 2007, 06:03:07 AM »

There are some Factor 5 / Nintendo stuff that's starting to surface from E3.  The stuff is pretty vague and the hints suck...but from what I can decipher from Cassamasina's terrible hinting system...is that they're maybe a VC or DS link to this story.
 

Source:  Podcast for Wiik in Review from IGN for July 13.  


You know, Julian Eggbrecht did come out on an interview and mention how disappointed he was with 3rd parties on the Wii with graphics.  It is my fanboyish hope that they come back to show us all how its done.  Maybe Nintendo should purchase them and give them some support to allow some creative freedom for the hardcore gamer.  All I'm seeing right now are these games aimed at the casual gamer.

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Nintendo Gaming / RE: Pokemon Battle Revolution--is it worth it?!

« on: June 30, 2007, 05:27:42 PM »

So far...I started to get into it...and then...I got sick...

Now when I look back at my 2 hours of playing the game...my initial reaction wasn't all that positive...and I just started with Pokemon by buying both Diamond and Pearl.   The handhelds were great, but this should only compliment it with a price tag of $20.00.  I'm a bit sad...but hey...maybe I need to spend more time with it...who knows???  

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:The Godfather

« on: June 30, 2007, 05:24:19 PM »

I own both...I completed Godfather a couple of months ago and loved the game.  I was so good with the controls that I had each warehouse down to a routine.  The way I controlled the game, a commercial should've been filmed that would've doubled the sales (**exaggeration**).

Honestly, Godfather controlled very well.  It was the first non-Nintendo game outside of Raving Rabbids that really took advantage of the control.  From the moment you're grabbing thugs and slugging with whatever hand you felt like digging into their cheeks...or actually deciding you wanted to choke 'em...this game made it easy.

Scarface comes along...and the cursor control makes it different.  Prepare yourself of the learning curve that will take at least 3 hours of continuous play to master.  There was an option to use a similar control in Godfather, but many of us opted to use the simple lock-on mode, which is also present in Scarface.  

Scarface shines in...graphics, the RPG elements, and the under-appreciated street racing.  Let me 'splain:

The graphics are much more brighter, much more detailed, there are more alley ways...as a matter of fact...there are alley ways everywhere in this game.  You could cut through blocks and come out the other side of a chase through an alley way and lose whoever was chasin' you.  The environments are never the same.  Godfather was too much of the same look...going in and out of buildings that were designed exactly the same way...the rackets looked too much alike.  

The RPG elements.  All the Godfather "DON" stuff and abilities are cool.  Calling a hit squad to take over a rival gang HQ was awesome, but all that stuff is made much more deeper in Scarface.  The "Exotics" in Scarface bring much more funk and replay level to the game.  There are a long list of cars, boats, and stuff to do with the mansion that go beyond what the Godfather has accomplished.  There's much more customization.

Finally, the street racing episodes of the game are well-designed.  Some of these races are almost games in themselves.  I would recommend all of the races in downtown.  The have the simple ones through the city blocks, but when they start to take you through the construction dirt roads of the game...that's where the fun is...prepare for some good old fashioned arcade style racing.  There's also one long course that will take you on the freeway and through some...uhmmm...lemme not spoil it.  Good car controls...make for some easy arcade racing.  

Scarface's cursing does get annoying, as someone in here as already pointed out, but the conversations that you can complete are fun.  Godfather's gunplay/fighting controls are still better, which important in a game, but once one comes to grips with the control scheme in Scarface, there's fun to be had in a serious way.  You're forced to use the Wii Remote like a mouse and navigate.

SCORECARD:  

Graphics:  Scarface
Gameplay:  Godfather
Presentation:  Scarface
Fun Factor:  TIED
Replay Factor:  Scarface
OVERALL:  I would recommend both because they're great.  If I had to pick...I would pick Scarface.  If you wanted to play it in front of some PG-13 crowd...play Godfather.

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Pokemon Battle Revolution--is it worth it?!

« on: June 26, 2007, 12:41:16 PM »

I just picked up my copy...now I just have to wait to get off of work to play it...

I'm sure it was worth it...or else I'm going to make myself believe it...

See you all online...

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Nintendo Gaming / RE: Metroid Prime 3 Revolutionized

« on: June 24, 2007, 07:15:00 AM »

I agree...MP2 had something missing that was present in the original...but I don't think it was difficulty balance...you could make the same argument with the original MP.  I think it had something to do with level design choices...the choice of light/dark a la Link to the Past wasn't fun at all...that purple haze was freakin' annoying...I think a Mars "RED" like Total Recall would've been better.

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Nintendo Gaming / RE: Scarface on Wii, confirmed?

« on: June 24, 2007, 07:09:51 AM »

This game is starting to really take names and dropping F-bombs...

The game is really good once you come to grips with everything...

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Nintendo Gaming / RE: Pokemon Battle Revolution--is it worth it?!

« on: June 24, 2007, 07:06:57 AM »

Is it worth it?  I'm new to the Pokemon gaming scene.  I never really bought anything Pokemon until Diamond and Pearl.  I've invested in headsets, 2 DS's, both copies...and now I'm going to pick up PBR.  Looks like it doesn't matter for me at this point...I invested time to get myself and my Wii online...and to take friends codes and kick ass!!!

Hmmm...I like that...taking friends codes and kicking ass!...HAH!...I made another funny!!!...and now I'm laughing at my own joke...MUA HA HA HA HA!!!

[IceCold]

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Manhunt 2 from Rockstar? Whoa...

« on: June 24, 2007, 07:03:18 AM »

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Originally posted by: IceCold

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For those of you who point out that it isn't just Nintendo...I don't really about what Sony does...so don't use that as an argument to defend Nintendo expressing their AO opinions...

How can you use the Mortal Kombat example then? You say it was bad for Nintendo since they didn't allow it while SEGA did. In this case, Sony isn't allowing it either, so there's a big difference.

How can I cite the Mortal Kombat example?  I was trying to make a point about their third party dealings.

In this case, Sega didn't try to censor a third party game like the original Mortal Kombat...Nintendo's reputation for catering to the younger demographic while coming down on third parties started to change their games started right then and there.  Years later, they still can't keep their mouths shut and seem to be moving backwards with third parties.  

The last 2 generations (N64 & GCN), Nintendo loses third party support and has been working hard to try and mend those relationships.  Opening their mouths and releasing a statement on Manhunt 2 means that they've thrown Rockstar under the bus.  They shouldn't say anything at all.  Stop trying to make press releases that will make your company look good and alienate the third party.  

Again, I don't really care about what Sony's doing OR what Sega has done in the past, I'm speaking more on how you need to maintain third party relations.  

Somewhere there's a smart PR person with enough reason who needs a freakin' job!!!

[ThePerm]

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Manhunt 2 from Rockstar? Whoa...

« on: June 23, 2007, 03:49:45 PM »

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Originally posted by: ThePerm
...it just seems that with the rise of the Tipper Gores and the Jack Thompson we've just turned into big pussies.

Yes...my favorite quote of this debate so far.  I am still pretty pissed off about those groups calling the delay of Manhunt 2 a victory.  I'm the son of preacher and I'm pretty religious myself...but a lot of these parent and religious groups really look ignorant when they start to comment on gaming.  They're like mainstream Gamestop employees who tell you to buy a PSP because it costs more.  Seriously though...a lot of religious and so-called parenting groups need to spend all that money and effort on educating parents on how to do their jobs.  

The ESRB should not concern themselves about stopping a game in its tracks, but start to enforce and penalize retailers who allow under-aged children to purchase these games.  

Nintendo needs to keep their mouths shut about the whole situation and let it play out.  They F**KED up on the original Mortal Kombat when the SNES and Genesis got them...and now they're starting to express their opinions when they've already allowed games like Resident Evil 4, Scarface, and Godfather to be released on their system.  As a matter of fact...you're not going to help third party relations by releasing a statement that you won't allow AO rated games on your system.  They need to re-direct complaints of violence to the game-makers when they're faced with lawsuits.  

For those of you who point out that it isn't just Nintendo...I don't really care about what Sony does...so don't use that as an argument to defend Nintendo expressing their AO opinions...

Oh yeah...

...In your ear and F**K what you heard!  

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Manhunt 2 from Rockstar? Whoa...

« on: June 21, 2007, 09:50:23 AM »

So IGN is reporting that NOA commented that they don't release AO rated games.  What kind of bullsh*t is this.  The rating system is in place so that we can make decisions...and Nintendo refuses to release the game if it has an AO rating???!?

I'm sorry but Nintendo really needs to get a stick out of its ass.  I've been a long time Nintendo loyalist and now that they're becoming the market leader again...they're going to start imposing their will...on canning games...and refusing to release them...as if not releasing Manhunt 2 will help their third party relationships.

Why do we need an AO rating anyway?!?...what's the difference between AO and Mature...someone 'splain to me...

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Scarface on Wii, confirmed?

« on: June 19, 2007, 08:48:01 AM »

This game in many respects kicks Godfather's ass.  

However, the hand-to-hand combat in Godfather is still better.  Nothing like grabbing someone and choking them out.  

Gunplay is about the same.  

Scarface separates itself from Godfather because there's just so much more to do.  The RPG elements are deeper.  The fact that using a boat gets you around faster is even better.  

Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed the Godfather's RPG elements of taking over the rackets, but it got too monotonous.  There were a few warehouses...but even those became boring and more of the same.  

The environments in Scarface are better because there's much more variety.  There's a shitload of alleyways to duck into...even with a vehicle...

That's it for now...

Don't forget to use a bank to save your progress...




PETE

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Nintendo Gaming / RE: Scarface on Wii, confirmed?

« on: June 17, 2007, 05:56:13 AM »

The game is not too forgiving if you don't complete a mission...there are no halfway points...but I guess you have to learn the timing of every level.    

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Nintendo Gaming / RE: Scarface on Wii, confirmed?

« on: June 15, 2007, 03:47:40 AM »

Brandogg...you don't think the graphics are better than Godfather's...I'd better boot up Godfather again to take a second look.  The environments don't look bland...and actually look better in 480p.  My only grip with 480p is that some of the faces get little grainy holes in them in some of the cut scenes...like in the club at the beginning.

 

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Scarface on Wii, confirmed?

« on: June 14, 2007, 06:01:20 PM »

So far...hmmm...so far the game feels a little more on rails than Godfather...but it definitely feels a bit too early for me to post official impressions...

I've put in approx. 2 hours on the game...

The production values for the title are definitely top notch...the opening credits makes me feel like I'm playing something special...especially with the non-stop music artists it had scrolling for a while.  The game is definitely not for the kids to be around...

The graphics are better than Godfather's...but so far...it is definitely early for me...I need to come to grips with the controls that sometimes is going all over the place...the camera moves with the cursor and can get stuck...luckily you can Z-target...

Folks...don't make my mistake...you can Z-target...it s'okay...s'okay mang...

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Nintendo Gaming / RE: Madden 2008 Wii

« on: May 28, 2007, 10:29:31 AM »

NP reported a telestrator mode. Everything looks good. Definitely picking this one up along with the other futbol title from EA.  

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Manhunt 2 from Rockstar? Whoa...

« on: May 20, 2007, 08:18:35 PM »

I listened to the IGN Podcast last Friday and they were pretty excited about this game.  The Wii Remote is being put to good use.  It falls within the same line as Godfather.  The Wii Remote gameplay actually enhances the experience.

The other issue I see being discussed is how the Wii Remote maybe a little too close to reality.  The Godfather: BE is definitely a good example.  While the choking controls are undeniably fun and life-like, if we think about what how the Wii Remote controls are going to be used in Scarface and Manhunt, it may catch a little controversy...and I'm sure the media's going to blow it out of proportion.  Luckily for Nintendo, there are other ports of the game, so it won't catch a lot of attention.  

Here's my whole point on this Wii Remote issue and I'm echoing what's already been said time and time again.  Responsibility!  Parents/Guardians concerned about this issue really need to focus on what their own children are playing.  I was raised in a gang-infested environment and was exposed to a lot of bad sh*t growing up.  I'm sure some people here can feel me on this.  A lot of the guys I used to hang out with are either locked up or dead.  Despite it all, my parents helped me to live through it and instilled self-discipline to help me progress in my adult life.  I'm almost 30 years old...an avid video game fanatic (more Nintendo loyalist than anything else), and I watch over my young ones to limit the different stimuli that they may be exposed to by society.  They're doing just fine.  

Another aspect of gaming is its no different from movies and music...all have rating systems and all consider themselves forms of art (whether you agree with them or not)...but I'm sure this is a point that's been made before too.  The bottom line is if you don't like what you're seeing, don't buy it!  Some of us actually like the progress Nintendo has made this generation.  

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Gamestop may be getting more Wii's

« on: May 18, 2007, 06:10:31 AM »

The majority of Gamestop employees I've encountered talk out of their asses sometimes.  Rarely do you encounter someone objective and "non-fanboyish".  Seriously, I'm expecting a Gamestop employee to tell me that the Nintendo Wiis were abducted by a freakin' alien race pretty soon.  

My apologies to Gamestop employees in this forum.  I only speak to those I've encountered.  If you're one of the rare ones...I salute you!?  

Okay...now I'm being ridiculous...


Back on topic:  100 Wiis in 1 Gamestop = Talking out of their ass.  Next time...kick his ass and take his name.  I'll send the Gamestop corporate office a memo from Reggie Fils-a-what-you-call-it!

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:WOW, Super Mario Strikers Charged is shaping up quite well

« on: May 16, 2007, 05:43:38 AM »

Yep...just read the hands-on impressions for this game (especially the online mode) at IGN.  It was a guy in Europe.  Of course, Friends Code was the main complaint...but mentions that it was pretty solid for the Leaderboards and such for people who are your friends.  My favorite part of the impressions was the description of the music to having a 60's sound to "porn funk" or something along those lines...LOL.

Only avid porn viewers would know what porn funk sounds like...and to use it for impressions for a Nintendo game...weird stuff...

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Nintendo Gaming / RE:Ninja Gaiden VC

« on: May 15, 2007, 06:44:18 PM »

Its funny you mentioned that...my younger brother has actually gone through SFII without losing a round...not taking damage is nearly impossible...after all the blocking you've got to do that actually takes damage.  Can you do it Professional 666?