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OldBoy commented on Review: Super Hang-On (Wii Virtual Console / V...:

For the amount of money I poured into the Arcade machine when I was young SEGA should be giving me this for free!! :P Loved that motorbike sooo much :)
Anyway its great that this is finally here and it's nice to see at least one company putting some effort into their VC releases.That sounds like a great list of new options that SEGA have added. Will be getting this to try out with the wheel, maybe I'll sit on my pushbike in the living room while I'm playing. ALSO Scan Lines FTW :D

  • May 08, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Nintendo "Very Eager" to Help Third Party 3DS ...:

"would happily pass on knowledge of how to leverage the 3DS screen if asked"???

Err would this not void the warranty?? :P
Seriously sick of the word leverage at the moment, I work in England but we have just been bought out by a massive American company. I was in a meeting the other day and that word was used 47 times!!! (yes I was bored)
Anyway its great that Nintendo are sharing their secrets, now if only they could show developers how to make amazing games as well as pretty 3D.

  • May 02, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Got Room for One More Version of Cave Story?:

Finally. I've been wanting this for ages. I only played a little on PC and have been eagerly awaiting the EU DSi version ,to no avail! The 3DS version does not appeal to me at all so I'm well chuffed with this news. :)

  • Apr 25, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Feature: Nintendo Banks on Its Old Money Makers:

I think it's understandable that they are going to rely on the same old I.P's when they have just made a loss. They need to start making profit soon to appease the shareholders and what better way than to roll out the reliable big hitters. I'm fine with it as long as upon their recovery they begin to innovate again. I think if they embrace the e-shop and make in house downloadable games then this is where they could experiment. I think this is what they were hinting at when they said Miyamoto was working on smaller games and he mentioned F-Zero possibly being a digital release. I really don't think it will be long before we see a Miyamoto game exclusive to e-shop. I for one can't wait :)

  • Apr 25, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Talking Point: What Games Are You Playing This...:

Tonight I shall be trying to top my mates score on Sine Mora (XBLA). I will do it!!!!...I will......
I was thinking of having a lil MarioKart7 session this weekend too (it's been a while)
And if I can squeeze it in , a little bit of Skyrim for good measure.
Good times.
Enjoy your gaming folks! :)

  • Apr 20, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Feature: Bargain Bin DS Games:

No one mention Soul Bubbles yet? Try it ,its a great little game and cheap as chips too.Also everyone should try GTA:CW even if you don't like the recent console versions. The top down view is superb and the driving is so fun.It also has the best set up for getting rid of cops ,mainly, ramming them off the road!! :P
So many great games on the DS ,I hope we see the same kind of library on the 3DS in the future.

  • Apr 19, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Talking Point: Lessons to be Learned from WiiW...:

TBH the QA testing is not Nintendo's fault. Bug finding/fixing isn't a quick thing.Its not like Nintendo can throw a lot of resource on QA testing a small indie game and Beamdog themselves should have been perfectly capable of producing a less buggy game before submitting it, surely.
The 6000 copies issue is terrible though. Why would small companies want to take a risk like that if they can go on ios/android/XBLA/PSN without that stipulation. Madness by Nintendo.Surely a 500-1000 is more than enough for Nintendo to host the thing on the shop. The size limit is also ridiculous, but I suppose that is because the Wii lacks a Hard Drive.
I think Nintendo are slowly improving this aspect though and hopefully WiiU will be the next big step forward. As ever though Nintendo will always do it their way and won't imitate other companies (for good or ill!).

  • Apr 18, 2012
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OldBoy commented on 8-Bit + 6 String = NES Guitar:

Sweet!! That's my birthday present sorted for this year.So cool. Does he make other consoles.A megadrive 1 or a SNES would be super sweeeet!! :D

  • Apr 13, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Review: Pandora's Tower (Wii):

Poor camera and Time limits.My two pet hates in action games.Think I'll pass on this one.TBH I was on the fence about this one all along.At least it'll save me some money :)

  • Apr 13, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Miyamoto: "Angry Birds Would Have Been Better ...:

@Mickeymac Believe me, I have a wife and 2 daughters, I've played Just Dance, Zumba Fitness ,the lot. And while I'm not denying they can be fun, a competent Video Game they are not.The Wii has no clue whatsoever as to how well your dancing.My best scores come from sitting on my a88 on the sofa :D
I'm not implying that all popular games are incompetent but popularity does not immediately equate to quality.

  • Apr 12, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Miyamoto: "Angry Birds Would Have Been Better ...:

Angry birds sucks.......ah but wait, a lot of people like it so it must be awesome.NEWSFLASH: The majority of people are easily pleased!Take a look at the movie and the music singles charts for proof, games aren't no different.
A lot of people like Lady Gaga, doesn't mean she ain't s**t though. :)
Miyamoto is taking the p**s.

  • Apr 12, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Talking Point: Is Nintendo Over-Reliant on Sup...:

Yes but if it makes 'em money then they will keep churning them out. But what I.P's aren't being milked these days? At least Nintendo can't be accused of letting the quality slip. Personally I've lost interest in Mario games but that's because I've been playing them for nearly 20 years.Its natural to want something new.
Regardless of that though Mario games are a perfect gateway into video games for the younger generation.Simple to understand ,hard to master and controls are always spot on.
I'll always play Mario Kart though, don't think I'll ever get sick of those games :D
Though @Bass_X0 's idea about a Smash Bros kart game sounds f****** awesome!!

  • Apr 12, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Miyamoto: "F-Zero Could Work on Wii U":

I think it would work just as well ,if not better, if it was on 3DS. The fixed view of racing games is perfect for 3D.Even a port of GX would be awesome (if they gave it an easier difficulty, man that story mode got tough fast!!)
Although I suppose if Wii U can do 3D in HD that would be pretty special! :O.
And I don't want no half assed lil' digital game. F-Zero deserves a full retail release.
Also @VintageBoy Nice idea. I think cel shaded could work really well, as long as they make it slightly gritty , maybe like Borderlands.
Get to it Nintendo!!

  • Apr 12, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Nintendo: "Experience of Playing", Not Tech Sp...:

Graphics wise I'm fine if Wii U is on par (slightly better) than PS3/360. But power is not just used for graphics. Why do people forget this?
A.I , number of enemies on screen, multi tasking (i.e downloading a game while playing another, messaging and chat etc) ,frame rate and probably other things I can't think of right now. :) Look at something like Total war on the PC to see how ppower can be used for improved gameplay.The sheer amount of troops and action (A.I) on screen would not be possible on current gen consoles.So power can bring new experiences and gameplay.Thus rendering Nintendo's statement a bit silly.
Nintendo said they wanted this console to be for everyone (or 'U' as they like to put it ~groan~). They specifically pushed that aspect at E3. Focusing mainly on - Traditional buttons , amazing graphics and improved online. I'm pretty sure that if it isn't a noticeable graphical upgrade of the current gen then they will fail to tempt the hardcore away from their beloved PS360. I'll buy one just for the Nintendo games but I'm sure I'll still be playing multi format games on my 360 if there is little difference, beside a map on the touch screen, between the two. All my friends are already on there and it's so easy to add more, my account is set up , online is great as is XBLA and I'm not wrapped in cotton wool like I am with Nintendo's online interface.
Don't get me wrong I'm looking forward to WiiU but I don't think the 'hardcore' (stupid term ,I know, but you know who I mean.... right?) will be bothered in the slightest. I'm sure it will be relatively successful though as long as Nintendo keep producing the goods and there's half a dozen exclusives worth playing.:)

  • Apr 05, 2012
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OldBoy commented on GAME Group Files for Administration:

@VintageBoy
I wasn't talking about individual employees though was I?
I'm talking about GAME the business which,unless I'm mistaken, is what this article is about.Should we support any business just because it employs people,regardless of it's practices? Nah ,didn't think so.

  • Mar 21, 2012
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OldBoy commented on GAME Group Files for Administration:

Really.....Oh what a surprise!!
Seriously I'm amazed they lasted this long! Awful customer service, sky high prices, an unhealthy obsession with trade in's and pre-owned games and no niche games or decent merchandise to be seen.
I shall be circling the stores like a vulture waiting to pick up some bargains!! HA HA, bye bye GAME. See ya in Hell!

  • Mar 21, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Review: Everdrive 64:

that is enough. i've already asked for someone in editorial capacity for comment. please stop — TBD

  • Mar 01, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Review: Everdrive 64:

$175's pretty cheap for the whole of the N64 catalogue though. ;-) And the fact that you can play with the intended controller makes this a lot better than using a PC.Not interested but a cool bit of kit all the same.
we love you too :3 that said, chances are there's something going on behind the scenes if you see something odd happening on the forums. If ever you have any questions, as always, we invite you to get in touch directly so that we may explain. thank you! — TBD

  • Mar 01, 2012
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OldBoy commented on GAME Not Selling Mario Party 9:

Apparently they won't be stocking ANY!! new Nintendo games and the loss of Mass Effect3 will be the final nail in the coffin. All their VITA stock has property of SONY stickers all over them ,it's only a matter of time now.
Yes its sad for the staff but why should people support a business that continually rips you off with mega high prices, doesn't stock anything other than FIFA ,COD type games, gives ridiculously low trade in prices, pushes second hand games over new, have staff that are clueless/rude and ignorant (in my experience) and well ,is basically just a terrible store.
Their demise is of their own doing and they are now sat on so much used stock that they can't shift and have such bad credit ratings that I can't see a way out for them.
Its just a shame that GAMESTATION will be dragged down with them.
They went about the business the completely the wrong way and ignored their online competition.They should have made their stores more hobbyist and sold cool merchandise and such to give people a reason to go in their stores.Why would I go into town to be told they dont have X game in stock ,when you can sit at home,order online and save yourself a bundle of cash.Poor management IMO.

  • Feb 29, 2012
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OldBoy commented on Feature: The Desire for Physical Media:

I'm a fan of both TBH.Digital is great for rare retro stuff.For example if I want to play Radiant SilverGun I either need to buy a Sega Saturn and a copy of the game (That's about £200 altogether) or I can download it from XBLA for less than £10 with additional features. I know which one my bank balance prefers!! But their is still something magical about a physical product, especially collectors editions.
I am sad to see the demise of the manual though.What I don't understand is they claim that its to reduce environmental impact yet they shove loads of Health and Safety manuals in the box.Seriously there must have been half a trees worth of paper in my Resident Evil Revelations + Circle pad pro box.H&S in about a million different languages.I'd rather have digital versions of these (or preferably none at all!! Its a f***in video game ,I get less H&S s**t with a chainsaw!!) and a decent paper manual.You can't beat the smell of a nice fresh manual.
Not sure where the future will take us on this issue, I imagine publishers will push for digital to end used sales,loaning games etc but I fully understand people's reluctance because you don't really own anything. I suppose if consumers really don't like it they can vote with their wallets, whether that will make a difference remains to be seen though.

  • Feb 29, 2012
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OldBoy commented on European Virtual Console Set for Bumper March ...:

Only one I'll be getting will be Shinobi. I've either got the other games on other formats or I have no interest in them.Still this is a great line up and its nice to see Wii VC getting some love.Also Online multiplayer for Street Fighter is great.Wish they could have implemented this with other games a bit sooner though. SNES /N64 MarioKart with online would have been awesome.Seems a strange time to do it now the Wii is on its last legs but whatever.

  • Feb 29, 2012