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TalkBack / RE: GameCube Price Drop and New Specs for Japan

« on: March 22, 2004, 10:18:16 AM »

"Make sure your sharpness is turned all the way down when you're playing a 480i game. I had the same problem, and turning the sharpness to 0 really helped. They still don't look as good as a game in 480p, but at least they're playable, instead of being a pixilated mess."

My set is ISF calibrated and It doesnt help. On most HD sets shapness adds noise at 50% or higher, 50% or lower will cause dullness, on Toshiba sets that number is about 35% as per ISF guidelines.

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TalkBack / RE: GameCube Price Drop and New Specs for Japan

« on: March 22, 2004, 09:56:08 AM »

Mouse,

If only 1 console next gen offered the features I want, then that would be the only console I would buy. I dont have the time to play 3 consoles anyway. This gen was an experiment of sorts, I have never owned anything othan a NIN console for the last 15 years, so I was curious to try the rest.

Like I say, I can find enough games on any of the three to make me happy, meaning features will make the biggest factor in my buying descision.

"Progressive Scan is an essential feature. Why? Because the other consoles have it and therefore the Cube should have it too. I wouldn't say that it's required for a good game but I would consider it a requirement for a good console."

The problem is this. My TV is a state of the art HD display device and has huge screen. It reproduces source material very, very accuratly. Crappy source = crappy picture, on a big screen this is really magnified. Games look great in 480P,  and look brilliant in 720P, but in 480i they look like chit, even when upconverted via the TV. So it does take away from the experience and makes the game less fun to play. Afterall, fun is what it is about, isnt it?

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TalkBack / RE: GameCube Price Drop and New Specs for Japan

« on: March 22, 2004, 09:37:12 AM »

"This isn't about Nintendo- you said you wouldn't buy ANY console not offering HD or DD. You're probably not going to buy Nintendo's next console regardless of what features they offer, which is perfectly fine, but it shouldn't be for anything like whether or not it offers HD or DD. Cubed, you're saying yourself that unless you can play the next round of consoles with the highest possible quality sound and the highest possible quality picture, you will not play them at all. Please, explain to me how this is not being shallow?"

I dont think its shallow at all. I refuse to support a company that thinks I should settle for second rate gear because they dont feel like including it when competiton does. I also dont think Nintendo's games are good enough anymore to warrent making that sacrafice. Call it shallow all you want.

"Once again, Cubed, you have entirely missed the point of my post- I was not asking you whether or not you liked them personally but whether you were able to look beyond their lack of colors. I brought them up in your response that it was wrong for people to claim color TV was superficial, but if people honestly won't watch something because it's in black and white, then they ARE being superficial."

Again, no it isnt superficial. Who the hell decided what people should and shouldnt like or watch for whatever reason they want. I hate LUCY, not because its in black and white, but becuase I find the humor to be intollerable. You seem to be putting TV and gaming on a pedastal (sp?), I look at them as entertainment, nothing more.

"Like I said, up until recently I played all of my consoles on my 15 inch 8 year old TV via the crappiest R/F cables you could possibly imagine (or on another TV that's older than I am and has a faulty composite jack), but that didn't stop me from enjoying my games, and it wouldn't stop me if I had to give up everything I have now and go back to it, and it shouldn't stop you, either. You've become too wrapped up in all of your little extras, so much so that you actually refuse to buy a console that doesn't offer them next generation."

Again, I dont feel that NIN's games are good enough for me to make the sacrafice of buying an inferior product. The games on all 3 consoles are fairly equal, so I will choose the console that gives me the most of what i want out side of the games. As for the extras as you call them, I like them and CHOOSE to be wrapped up in them, their job is to entertain me, and the extras help in that regard.

"Are you serious? You're actually claiming I'M jealous of YOU. You're also being rather arrogant, Cubed."

I am sorry if it came off that way, not intended.

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TalkBack / RE: GameCube Price Drop and New Specs for Japan

« on: March 22, 2004, 08:59:53 AM »

"How is that not choosing a hard drive over great gameplay? You're basically telling us that you'll ignore any console that does not have a hard drive regardless of games for it. In the process of trying to counter Bill you just proved him right."

HD = high Def not Hard drive.  I dont feel NINs games are any better than anyone elses, so when I make my decision, I base it on many factors, Sound and visuals being important, the games being foremost, and from my point of view NIN doesnt  offer me what I want in any of the three catagories.

"You ever watch I Love Lucy? Perhaps the Dick Van Dyke Show? What about The Honeymooners? Maybe you've seen Fleischer Studios' Popeye cartoons? Or Psycho? Certainly The Haunting? ANY Charlie Chaplain movie? Hell, even young Frankenstein? ALL of these are cinematic masterpieces, and ALL of these are in black and white. If you can't even recognize the beauty of such television shows and movies (some of which actually work better in black and white), then I believe I have every right to call you superficial."

Yes, I have seen most of them and cant stand them, They are not my cup of tea, nothing to do with superficial, I just dont enjoy watching them.

"You fell into the same trap you claim Bill did- you only read what you wanted to read. I never said Nintendo shouldn't offer such features, just that it doesn't make ANY difference that they don't from a gamer's standpoint. All those extra features are nice, and do enhance the game yes, but there's a reason they're called extra features and not essential features. If having digital output and the highest possible quality video is required for you to like games, Cubed, then you have some serious issues to sort out. And if that is the case, yes, you are being superficial."

I dont think these are extra features, I think SOUND and VISUALS are keys to enjoyment of a game, and the better they are, the better the experience. To say that is superficial sounds like simple jealousy because you dont have the luxury of them, so you dont feel they matter.

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General Chat / RE: investing in the stock market

« on: March 22, 2004, 04:32:04 AM »

No limit,

I would recommend My-track for a US account, they have, hands down, the best real time trading tools on the net IMO.

Now, if you plan on trading for yourself, you must read, read and read, do not jump into this thinking you will will make fast easy money. Guys like myself live off of people who do this, it is a one way ticket to broke ville.

I will take a little time this week and post a message with some good do's and dont's for you, I will try and do it before the weekend.

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TalkBack / RE: GameCube Price Drop and New Specs for Japan

« on: March 22, 2004, 04:25:41 AM »

" it's technically impossible to have a game run on Dolby Digital due to decoder delays."

False

" Ok, that makes no sense...Picking HD over great gameplay? And you call yourself a gamer..."

He never said that, you again read only what you want to read. For me personally, I will not buy a next gen system that does not support DD and HD. As for great gameplay, there are planty of games on both the PS2 and X-box that are as good or better than any Nintendo made game.

"Exactly how many game players do you know who have over $10,000 worth of progressive scan TV and equipment? Most of these game systems are more than likely plugged up to the smaller TV in the household, in the rumpus room or whatever it's called, probably a good chunk are still using the RF adaptor. "

You dont need a 10k system, you can get a home theater in a box for under $200. I highly doubt MOST are hooked up to the smallest TV in the house anymore either, and the RF comment is really laughable. Read something other than these forums and you will find many gamers have elaborate systems to enjoy their games on. Read the AVS forums, with 150,000+ members and tell them your theory.

"If you want these games, get a different system...I hate all three of those genres, so I'm in heaven with the GC's lineup... "

good for you, but you are clearly in the gaming minority.

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General Gaming / RE: Xbox II prototype?

« on: March 22, 2004, 01:13:04 AM »

I think it looks pretty sweet

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TalkBack / RE: GameCube Price Drop and New Specs for Japan

« on: March 20, 2004, 09:03:51 AM »

"but it didn't matter to me because I loved my games. That's what gaming is about, not the details. Stop being so superficial. "

that again is a crock of chit. I love the games as well,  but that doesnt mean that  they shouldnt offer the most entertaining experience possible, especially when your direct competitors do.
This isnt about being superficial, it is about getting the most out of a game. Hearing a zombie sneak up behind you before you see him, seeing the tiniest shadowy clues of a creature lurking ina dark room, this is all enhanced with resolution increases and audio capabilities. A game that is good will still be good on your 15 inch set with one speaker, it will be great on a 51 inch widescreen, in 720P with 5.1 dolby digital blaring sound. That is just the simple truth of it, especially whne game developers put these effects in game yet NIN doesnt make the nessasary tools to utilize them.

Widescreen HD TV's are selling in record numbers as are HTIB (home theater in a box) setups for 5, 6 and 7.1 surround sound. This tech is now affordable for a large number of people, a large number of which play games. Nins lack of tech to maximize this stuff (no DD support), coupled with a lack of sports and violent titles is a bad thing, I cant believe anyone could see it any differantly, especially when longevity and sustained profitability come into the picture.

So you can call it superficial all you want, I believe color TV was once laughed at and called supficial as well.

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TalkBack / RE: GameCube Price Drop and New Specs for Japan

« on: March 20, 2004, 08:13:43 AM »

"Gamers have become too obsessed with the fine details, we all need to learn how to just enjoy the games."

that is a blatent crock of chit! Details are what seperate the good from the great. I have a $10,000 Home theater, and want to get the most out of it. If the component cables arent readily available, people wont buy them because of the trouble. Developers wont include 480P support because no one can get their hands on the f'in cables. It is one big circle, all formed by Nintendos stupidity. As for enjoying the games, I enjoy them a hell of a lot more in 480P or 720P with 5.1 audio, it just makes for a much more engrossing experience.

"You'll still be able to use component cables, they'll just be DIFFERENT component cables."

So like Ian said, if my cube dies, I will need to buy new cables as well. Nintendo can shove that scenerio straight up their arse. I will throw the whole thing in the garbage before I spend another nickle supporting a company that doesnt deserve my money. This is just one more reason in my "this is my last nintendo console" file.

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General Chat / RE: Random Thoughts

« on: March 20, 2004, 08:03:27 AM »

Maybe his first name is Behring

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TalkBack / RE: GameCube Price Drop and New Specs for Japan

« on: March 20, 2004, 05:38:50 AM »

" it might be a good idea to find out how many people use component cables on the XBox and PS2."

read some home theater forums and you will see that a boatload of people use component hookups for gaming, I would honestly guess it is around 35%. I just bought MVP2004 for x-box and it plays in 720P and it damn stunning on my set.
THis is just another example of Nintendo thinking technology wont catch on so they leave it out and look like idiots for it.

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General Chat / RE: Random Thoughts

« on: March 20, 2004, 05:35:04 AM »

but you cant spell, so does it really matter (strait)

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General Chat / RE: Random Thoughts

« on: March 19, 2004, 11:08:58 AM »

" The main character in Code Name: Viper looks like he isn't wearing any pants. "

I'm not wearing any pants!

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Nintendo Gaming / RE: What the Heck

« on: March 18, 2004, 01:25:47 AM »

Once again, I say, WHO THE HELL CARES

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General Chat / RE: investing in the stock market

« on: March 18, 2004, 01:22:54 AM »

KDR

Stocks are my living, and YOU will never make good money without investing in stocks. Nothing provides better, more consistant 20 year returns than the stock market, and that my friend, is FACT.

No Limit

I will give you a good response, including some sound advice on getting started, later this eveing whne I have a little more time.

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TalkBack / RE: Relax by the Pool... table

« on: March 15, 2004, 12:13:22 PM »

I am bored silly even thinking about playing this

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General Chat / RE: HELP with a WORM

« on: March 15, 2004, 01:48:24 AM »

Thanks guys, I have run Norton 3 times with updated definitions and still nothing, so I sure I am fine. The problem is my wifes family all have PC's that are so cluttered with crap, not virus protected with anything more than a late 90's version of Mc Afee, and then will open any e-mail that comes their way.

Again thanks.

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General Chat / HELP with a WORM

« on: March 13, 2004, 04:16:56 AM »

Does anybody know how or what I can use to check if I have a worm on my PC?
Norton isnt picking anything up but people tell me I am sending them e-mail when I am not.

Any help is appreciated.

Thanks

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TalkBack / RE: Editorial: Don't Leave Me Now

« on: March 12, 2004, 03:49:06 AM »

"will anyone here say they deserve what Atari has done?"

what did Atari do that was so bad? I must have missed it?

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TalkBack / RE: Editorial: Don't Leave Me Now

« on: March 12, 2004, 01:33:58 AM »

"as long as they keep making a profit, which I know they will."

I wouldnt go that far. In my biz I see this statement bite more asses than any other.

" But I think Nintendo should be given the respect they deserve from the industry, not only for what they've done in the past but for what they're still doing"

I disagree with this. Respect is an ongoing thing and NINs current state in the console market doesnt warrent any respect IMO, profit or not. THey went from the kings of the market to third for most of this gen, that doesnt deserve respect as far as I am concerned.

"A lackluster approach would be to spend like there is no tomorrow, and thus fund your own demise."

Middle ground would be nice. A few more $$$ spent on advertising wouldnt hurt. How about a MGS ad or 2?

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TalkBack / RE: Activision in Financial Trouble

« on: March 12, 2004, 01:24:44 AM »

Activision makes the worst sports titles.

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Nintendo Gaming / RE: OFFICIAL Metal Gear Solid: The Twin Snakes Discussion

« on: March 12, 2004, 01:22:31 AM »

Jesus H christ is this game freaking hard. I played for 3 hours last night and havent gone anywhere. Mind you I am horrible at games, but this one really eats me up and spits me out. Oh yeah, AND ITS ON FREAKING EASY MODE!

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Nintendo Gaming / RE: Metal Gear Solid: Twin Snakes custom DVD case cover

« on: March 12, 2004, 01:19:35 AM »

damn straight that looks better, I want the red one.

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TalkBack / RE: It's Already Over ...

« on: March 10, 2004, 08:20:23 AM »

Bill,

If I came accross as rude, I apologize. However your comments can be looked at as just as rude, thought you try to be subtle in your appraoch.
"OMG GOTTA GO BUY THE NEWEST EDITION OF MADDEN!"
"How about reading what I said more carefully, eh?" is that a shot at Canada EH?

The problem is I dont find games like GTA, manhunt, rainbow 6 and Halo to be generic. Infact I fine these games to be a lot less generic than any Nintendo title I own. I see nothing innovative abot Luigi's mansion, sunshine or WW. Maybe it is just my taste in games, or maybe itas the games, who knows and who really cares.
All I know for sure is that if things dont change, NIN will have one less customer next generation.

 

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TalkBack / RE: It's Already Over ...

« on: March 10, 2004, 07:43:00 AM »

What is wrong with people like generic games? Just because you like Luigi's mannsion doesnt make someone else an idiot for hating it.  Nobody has to try those new faces if they dont want to. I for one have tried them Bill, and I didnt like them. I would much rather play true crime than Luigi's mansion or Animal crossing. What you say about MS and Sony not holding your interest is exactly what I am saying about NIN, they have nothing that is holding my interest anymore, and sales prior to NIN almost giving cubes away say that I am not alone in that regard. Then you talk about all the sequals on the PS2 but yourself cant wait for the next boring Zelda game, or pikmin 2 or AC 2. As for Madden, if you dont like it, dont play it, you are the idiot if you think anyone who likes the game cares that you think its stupid.

As for Final Fantasy, it sells simply because of its name.

In all honesty I really dont care what happens with NIN, because there are currently plenty of games on the X-box (Rainbow6) and PS2 (manhunt) that I am currently playing and enjoying. I will dictate where I spend my dollars, not you.