Topic: The Chit-Chat Thread

I Just remember'd the beta Game over screen for the first Luigi's M, I mean ok I didn't want to sleep tonight

Again I never played prime, but I heard prime 2's game over screen is also pretty scary, but dread kinda showed me that.

Has anyone played Doki Doki Literature Club as of yet? I’m enjoying it a lot right now! Perhaps a bit too much considering it’s a horror game…

I'm playing Yokai Watch 2 Bony Spirits right now.
Speaking about the generals from Bony Spirits (Arachnus) and Fleshy Souls (Toadal Dude), there was something about their animal looking.
Arachnus is a spider, an invertebrate, exoskeleton (Bony) while Toadal Dude is a frog, a vertebrate, endoskeleton (Fleshy).
Level-5 put some trivial efforts like this on Yokai Watch 2.

I think i was got distracted by Gamecube games list too much as I deliberate and decided the maximum amount of Gamecube games quantity for USA and Japan region, thinking too much about Gamecube games made me forget the focus to build other console games.
I have decided some Gamecube games I will get in Japanese version as the USA version mostly too expensive to buy from Ebay. I have decided 10 Gamecube games for each USA and Japan version (20 games by total) as I have to move on from some of 1st party Gamecube games due to insane prices so I added the exclusive 3rd party and multi consoles 3rd party games to fill the gaps. It was hard to decided which games should go to Gamecube version, which should go to PS2 version.

Oh, well.
Time to get focus on building Wii games as I got a lot of Wii games during this year.

I’m going to be splitting my responses into 2 (or 3) posts, so it’s going to take some time to get the rest of the responses out. I’m hoping to have responses out within 2-3 days, but I’ll let you guys know if that changes. Sorry for the delayed responses guys.

@ThanosReXXX
I think everyone has experienced phone issues like that, unfortunately.

I know that Eel is more of an easy-going person, but I just felt I shouldn't ask Eel questions, even though he's in this thread a lot, as I feel he's busy with having the responsibilities of a mod. He already answered my question about sharing the topic links. Sorry for not being clearer about this.

@Eel
Yes, you did answer my question when I initially asked. I seemed to cause a miscommunication on my part, and for that I'm sorry.

Also, the flower you posted about a while ago looks nice.

@Snatcher
Yeah, that's what I was thinking, but thanks for letting me know anyway.

Like I was telling TheJGG, the reason that I feel that the Mii’s kind of faded is because since Tatsumi Kimishima is more of a businessman, he probably didn’t see the Mii’s as a “benefit” since they most likely wouldn’t make a profit for Nintendo, while Shuntaro Furukawa is more like Iwata (RIP) with being a gamer, while having enough business knowledge to make decisions on things that fans want, but may not make as much of a profit, such as bringing Mii’s, if that makes sense. 🤔

I also remember when Toys to Life was all the rage, and now the only Toys to Life area that still seems to be alive is Amiibo. Honestly, when I first tried Disney Infinity (2.0), I was not that impressed, and I don’t say that for a lot of games (or movies, for that matter). I tried DI 3.0, and it was a bit better, but I still felt there were issues that were holding it back.

That being said, there was a Toys to Life I played before Skylanders was even a thing, IIRC. That game was U.B. Funkey’s. I don’t think many people have heard about it, but I found it to be really fun.

@Sunsy
Okay, that's good that it makes sense to someone else. LOL

I wasn't able to go into either beta, but I heard that the first beta was really bad, and that the second beta did a lot better with matchmaking. I definitely agree that the server tests were needed, otherwise, I think would have had more connection issues at launch than it did. I didn't have too many issues with the Ninjala servers. just some disconnections when I would transition from the personal end screen to the next battle.

That's cool that your friend got a Switch, and it's even more cool/awesome that you are to convince them to play Ninjala with you. Sounds like you've been able to convince a couple of your friends to play Ninjala. I hope your quest of finding more people to play Ninjala continues to be a success.

@Anti-Matter
I can see your point with the realistic Olympic Games series. While I'm not into customization that much myself, I think it’s cool that the option is there for players who want to customize their avatars.

Sorry to hear that you don't have an interest in Ninjala anymore. Good luck with the other games you're currently playing, though.

I have some experience with Skylanders. The only Skylanders game I've played is Skylanders Superchargers, though. All of the figures will work that are from previous games and the current hand you’re playing. I believe that the traps and cars can also be used in future games as well, IIRC.

I believe the portal will still work, even if it’s from another console, it just might be a bit slower. IIRC, I believe that the Crash Figures they did for Imaginators worked on all platforms, despite the fact that they were “exclusive” to the PS3/PS4 bundles of the game.

@MarioLover92
Thanks for being patient with my late responses, I really appreciate it. It's why I put the thing in my forum signature about potentially responding late, because I was worried that if I kept doing late responses, and not putting a status report/update, that people would think that I was blowing them off, if that makes sense. (Which I'm not trying to blow them off).

That's good that you're still doing well; there's definitely a lot of content on Disney+, and it's even more impressive than it was at launch.

@SM3DASislit Naw I have never heard of that, which is kinda surprising saying all the research I did on toy to life games LOL. I also think those games died bc they wanted The $$$ and bc they weren't making enough of it,POP.

So uh google is having account issues and till those issues are fixed I can't use my google account on that device, But I can make a guest account on that device and use it that way, So All I'm trying to say is, till they fixed the issue (Which should be really soon) So sorry if I'm slow on respond's.

Also I'm I the only one here who is hyped for Pokemon unite?

@Tyranexx - Bet those eggs were probably close to dying off until the steam released the fleas! So gross. I’m with you, I can find respect for all forms of life... except blood suckers and internal parasites. The mosquito has zero redeeming qualities aside from being food for bats (and I’m fine with less bats as well) and should be eradicated if not for the fact that nature would find a scarier and more over whelming form of human population control.
I didn’t see the amount of weight you’ve lost until after I posted yesterday, and it’s just amazing. I know the first 25-50% probably melted off, but you had to stay disciplined and work your tail off for the rest, and for that you are applauded. Well done!

@ogo79 - Haha, nice skeleton boxer! I wonder what division he fights in, Phantomweight? Good luck getting a liver punch in on that guy, though I hear he’s soft in the rib cage. I’d love to hang with Mike too, I’d just be concerned that he’s gonna suddenly punch me in the face at any moment. That was probably his young self though. He seems pretty chilled out now that he’s found some peace and got off hard drugs.

@MarioLover92 - The student center portion of my college dormitory had a pool table as well. Met a lot of my friends there in the first few weeks of school. Video games and pro wrestling also brought me together with new people. As far as the rental days are concerned, they were all great; doesn’t matter what generation or machine you were renting for, you got to experience the magical joy of plucking something off the shelf that would essentially make or break your weekend! It always seemed like such a huge decision.

@Snatcher Ah, okay. I figured I'd just give you a heads up about it. I don't think @Tyranexx will be offended about it, though. It's just an online forum, after all.

@Eel Lucky you. Meanwhile, I was finally able to pick up my pre-ordered Skyward Sword JoyCon. So pretty. Sigh...

@WoomyNNYes Ah, alrighty, then. I just wondered "why the heck would you waste a perfectly fine water balloon by tossing it into a pool instead of on someone's head?" but luckily, you're all normal people, after all...

@Tyranexx "free sweets that sometimes appear"

Okay, now I have visions of you having a garden that's frequented by stealthy leprechauns leaving behind magical jelly beans or something...

Agreed on being against the whole "some foods are bad" sentiment. Obviously, some fat foods are, but you can even get fat from eating healthy foods, so the obvious key and solution to all of it is moderation. Even the odd splash out/family dinner gathering doesn't matter in that case, even if it's a monthly returning thing. In my family, we have plenty of elaborate birthday happenings, and none of them are without copious amounts of foods and beverages, so one would think that after one of these events, the rest of the week should consist of a diet of bread and water...

But of course, it doesn't work like that, because the human body isn't a yoyo (jojo?), and therefore shouldn't be treated as such. I too have the same issue with my body not notifying me of being full, though. But I actually think it's not specific to certain people, I think that there's a lot of people that know this phenomenon. In general, it only sinks in some time AFTER you took that second helping that you know you shouldn't have taken, but which tasted so good and was finished with relative ease, regardless of the fact that you might have easily been able to sustain yourself with just a single plate.

I have this problem with nearly ALL rice and pasta dishes. Somehow, it's become second nature to never stick with just one plate, and at the moment that I'm eating, I don't feel full at all. But 1 or 2 hours later, sitting in front of the TV, I start to feel a bit bloated, and then it sometimes dawns on me that I should NOT have taken a second plate. Oh, well... what's done is done. At least I'm enjoying my life, far as I can now, with all these restrictions, and even though I'm overweight, I'm still quite fit for my age, so I'm good even if I ultimately don't lose the extra pounds.

@SM3DASislit Phone issues? Wut? Doing some mega-late replies again, huh?

Wanna hear something funny?

A few updates back, Apple added lossless and dolby atmos support to Apple Music. Cool right? I immediately deleted a lot of music and re-downloaded it in the new formats. Ah the joy of higher definition sound.

Except, those updates absolutely killed the offline experience. Anything lossless or dolby atmos related simply stopped playing at the 15 second mark unless you had an internet connection.

Of course, that's not so much of a problem for a phone. But, well, I have an iPod, and it's for music. So I'll use it for consuming music whenever possible. Why waste space and battery on my phone when I have an iPod?

So you have me, struggling with music that is constantly stopping and glitching the Music app.

I tried multiple workarounds, and they worked for a while, until the problems returned eventually. But yesterday was my breakdown point. I did the ultimate solution. I deleted my entire library of music off my iPod, to redownload it all again in the basic format. Rid myself of the lossless dolby atmos blight.

Guess what happened today?

They released a new update that fixed the problem. Ah.

Hah. Haha.

@Snatcher It was a small and quaint wedding. The ceremony was only about ten minutes, and I can't complain about the catering! It was all handled by a local place. They have the best doughy chicken & noodles!

@MarioLover92 I don't fly often - heck, I last boarded a plane in late 2019 for a work-related conference - but I enjoy going to places outside the norm. It really is a different world several thousand feet up, and weather permitting, the view can be really decent! I went to Southern California on a family vacation as a teenager. We mostly stuck around LA and San Diego (Side note: I'll never drive in LA), but we did make it up to Sequoia National Park. I definitely recommend that experience if you like getting out in nature. Sounds like you went to a pretty picturesque wedding! Though I gotta agree that the early wakeup time so that you could make your flight home would have been quite rough on me. XD

@bimmy-lee I fully agree on bloodsuckers and internal parasites. The former are why I really don't mind bats, though I'm careful the few times I have had to handle the flying rodents since they can also harbor diseases. Mosquitoes certainly have their place in the ecosystem, though I'd rather that place be smashed to a pulp or in some happy creature's stomach.

As for my weight loss, the accolades are appreciated, thanks! I've basically lost 1/3 of my total maximum at this point. I'd like to get down about ten more pounds, but I smashed both my previous goals (180 lbs. and 160 lbs.). I'm at the point where those remaining pounds really like hanging on. I plateaued awhile back, so that's when I decided to work some strength training into my routine. I went with bodyweight exercises on strength days to shove in some cardio as well. That's certainly helped a bit, though virtual lockdown in my state certainly helped too.

@Eel ..... Hands over preferred beverage of choice

@ThanosReXXX Hah, more like coworkers who like stocking chocolate and other goodies on occasion in their office for everyone to dig into. Doesn't help that there's a very cheap snack machine at work too (most expensive item is 50 cents). I'm normally pretty good about staying out of the latter though unless there's something new I want to sample.

Yep, moderation is key. If I've had a not-so-great day in the food department, I remind myself that the overall picture for the month is what matters more. We're all human after all; we'd be hard pressed to find a oerfect eater. I do believe two of life's pleasures are savoring foods we love and trying new foods that interest us.

I try listening to my body on fullness, but I definitely can relate on the second plate phenomenon. I've also tried the "Just take small amounts of what you're interested in" at potluck style family gatherings, but...I'm not a very picky eater. XD It's easier when I make and plan meals on my own, though I'm not perfect in that department either. Sometimes, my metabolism can get a little out of whack, so I believe that's some of the trouble.

As for bread items, I'm not a huge pasta aficionado but do enjoy spaghetti, ravioli, noodles, pasta shells, etc. on occasion. Rice and some forms of bread, especially if it's smothered in butter and garlic, is a lot harder for me to ignore lol. Same with pizza and the accompanying crust. I like foods from all food groups, but I won't deny the ones I prefer are the ones we probably shouldn't eat as much of. XD

phantomweight, lol thats funny
you know mike has a show on youtube?
he um..hangs out with rappers and stuff

@MarioLover92 Neat, I tried Super Metroid for a bit via the Switch SNES app.

@SM3DASislit Yup! I got into one game, the second game couldn't even connect. I think post-launch, I didn't have any connection problems. I did disconnect from waiting lobby once all because I checked my friends list while waiting, but learned not to do that.

Yeah, he likes it so far and got a cosmetic item for his avatar. Hope so, it's really a fun game and I hope more I know with Switches end up discovering it too. He loves anime, so he might enjoy the upcoming Demon Slayer crossover Ninjala is having too.

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

I'm gonna be listening to this all day at work tomorrow thank you! 10/10

Guys, what do you think about Spongebob games on Wii ?
Are they decent enough for casual player ?
I found there are 4 different Spongebob Wii games from Tokopedia.
(Atlantis Squarepantis, Boating Bash, Creature from Krusty Krab, Glob Doom)
I'm not sure I will getting along with the games as I don't really have much interest with Spongebob franchise.
I have watched all of the gameplay from those games but I still unsure to consider them.
Should I consider any of them ?

@Vortexeo Christ that’s high praise! So glad you like it, hope you continue to enjoy it!

It took a while but I’m so glad I pushed through and finished it yesterday. I haven’t even fought that guy yet but I fell in love with that song as soon as I heard it in the soundtrack. It’s just too awesome not to try.

thread bomb derailer in full effect son


i love you all! just love mii back!

I found Cinderella Indonesia version (1978) from YouTube.

@Tyranexx Well to start your weight loss sounds very encouraging. Losing a third of your weight is not easy so you can be very happy with your progress so far. Keep it up and you'll be a changed person by the time this whole thing's over. The most I've weighed in the last five years is about... 135 Ibs, (around 63 kilograms), but now I've lowered it to about 125 Ibs (about 56 kilos). It's not as dramatic a loss as yours but that's due to my gender, age and presumably my height. I'm about 5'9 (175cm), quite short really, but that means I'm on the lower end of the BMI spectrum. Nobody’s a perfect eater, but rewarding yourself every now and then is important. Not every day, but maybe once a week.

Funnily I don't like sweets that much. Liquorice is the sweet I hate the most, it has such a sickly sweet quality (or hindrance) that makes me want to feel sick when looking at it, or smelling it. God forbid if I eat liquorice. Sweets per se aren't my interest but chocolate can be classified as a completely different item compared to sweets. The sweet things I do like are things like cake, and desserts, not gummies. At least with baked sweet things like pancakes you can substitute ingredients to make them healthier. I suspect the overabundance of white flour contributed to at least two of the four attacks I've had in the last week.

Fair enough, on the Super Mario 3D All-Stars video. I can take appreciation from the fact that you saw it, (so my thanks!) and that you can see the few examples there are that highlight the shortcomings of that collection. One channel where the host complains, is Scott the Woz, and if I’ve ever watched a more comedic, genuinely funny, engaging host anywhere, I’d like to know where it was. He has a similar video on collections, and while I won’t link it, I’ll at least say the tone is much lighter.

It didn’t feel nice at the time thanks to the sand, and heat, but all was forgiven when I dunked myself in our pool. Cleaning up’s something I can’t say I’ve done much but when I do do it, I end up spending two hours doing it, and make a good impact. And say that again… a CD landed on your lawn?! Hopefully next time something more valuable ends up there. My dog is adorable. So loving, and gentle. His name is Dasher. I don’t know what we were thinking when we named him but I like it. We dress him up in a reindeer costume every Christmas, so there’s gotta be a reason for the naming.

Well I agree with that. Music has become mind-numbingly generic lately. Which is a shame because fresh inspiration has become available in the form of this pandemic. Electronic music for me is so expressive, despite, ironically, it being completely digital. I’ve only heard one Nickelback song but it was a very fun one: “Rockstar”. I haven’t listened to any of the groups you’ve mentioned unfortunately. And as for Daft Punk… I feel like their work is too good to miss. Their sampling work is second to none, I haven’t heard anyone sample as well as those two, their vocals are so memorable, and their collaborations are so good. Thanks for linking that interpretation of H.B.F.S, it reminded me of that Finnish guy who does the Device Orchestra labours of love. So much detail and care put in. And I’m glad you liked that song, it’s probably one of my all time favourites. Hopefully you’ll like what you hear, my favourite album is a toss up between Random Access Memories (2013) and Discovery (2001). Lemme know what you find!

For me it kinda depends on the user who responds to me. That’s kinda my first “security” check if you will. If it’s someone I’ve conversed with before then of course I’d read it in a hurry. I read everything I’m tagged to anyway but some things I’m mentioned in are frankly meaningless, almost exclusively in the comments section. Like one time I made a joke about Crash Bandicoot, and then I had a few users correcting me. It’s a one-line joke, I’m not looking for specifics! But either way comments can be fun, because articles have one specific focused topic, whereas in forums you can discuss just about whatever you want anywhere you want. And again, if all I have to say is “yes”, I’ll just not respond.

I ultimately didn’t get a steelbook with my copy of Skyward Sword, but it’s one of those things where I’d feel a little sad and then move on. I’d love to stare at it a few times a day but I’m not gonna cry over it if I don’t get it. Feels nice to hold a physical game in my hand. And that’ll keep me busy for a few weeks now! I’ve made it to Lanayru Desert at the time of writing, so while I’m not struggling to solve the puzzles I’m still having bucketloads of fun. The QoL changes are subtle but they enhance the experience. These enhanced editions make me want to see Xenoblade X more than ever. But we shall have to wait and see about that one. Good to hear Ys VIII is going well for you as well!

I’d also like to bring up Doki Doki Literature Club, because I’ve played through about three to four hours of that. Oh my God. It’s probably the most emotional game I’ve played since I beat Death Stranding back in February. I’ll leave it at that since you may or may not be familiar with the story. That way when I write the next long post I’ll have beaten the game and have time to process it. Let’s say for now that I felt unsettlingly familiar with the writing at times, because one of the characters suffers from “bad” depression, and I knew someone like that. Down to a tee. I can’t stop thinking about it…

In middle school I was caught out by American pronunciation, in an incident I will never ever forget. I was in a city-wide spelling bee and I was in the finals. If I get a word wrong, a single one, I’m out. The American announcer says “radicent” and I, being English, spell it as it is spelt up there. Only that it’s “reticent” and that the lady’s accent threw me off. I missed out, and went home with a gift bag and a medal for trying. Shame, because the other words competitors got made me optimistic about my chances of winning. I also mispronounce a few words wrong even today. “Pecan” is the most obvious one that I am reminded about daily!

Now I’m the one needing to avoid temptation… but I’ve enjoyed a daily helping of toast. I looked through all the images of the pancakes… and they’re just not good enough. When I make them next I’ll share them then. Apologies… but they’re pure rubbish!

@TheJGG
I'm 180 cm with weight currently 77 kg.
I got fatter during pandemic due to not playing DDR Arcade routinely. 😣
I don't like to see my belly now but from Wii Fit and Wii Fit U I played, it told I was Normal with BMI = 22 - 23.
But I was skinny 6 years ago, 55 kg and when I saw my photo on year 2015, I saw a skinny guy.