@ceeka To be honest, I had a really hard time with that console generation as a whole. I just got into the PS1 more, but I still felt disappointed. I had just come off of the amazing highs of the 16 bit generation, and all of a sudden most games made my eyes want to bleed... there were exceptions, but it was tough.
Then, when the GameCube and PS2 came out, all of a sudden it felt like color had been restored to the world, and games (to me) felt more fun again. It was a big leap between those eras.
I have never understood the Phil hate as I have a close friend of the family who worked in XBOX's EIB group (hardware) for years, and got to know Phil pretty well. He has always had nothing but glowing things to say about the guy, including his passion, love and knowledge of games.
In fact, he used to joke that sometimes the Big N support guys down the road would have to contact Phil about the really tough questions they would get.
@Anti-Matter I completely agree with you there. I loved Nintendo, but they lost me with the N64. The PS1 had such an amazing library, used more than 4 sludgy colors in their games.
I love the 3ds remasters of several N64 games though.
This was a really fun article. As a Zelda fan since the original (yup I am old enough to remember when it came out ans changed my gaming world), I seem to find something in almost all Zelda games that I love (minus the CD-i titles).
That said, I find it interesting that the game I go back to replay the most is ALBW. For some reason, it feels so much like that magical part of my childhood that included Zelda 1-3, but does some cool new things.
I have been replaying the DS games and the Oracle games, and they are pretty fantastic to me...
I remember when my best friend at the time got the 1st one. This was such a magical time in gaming during the NES era, as everything was new! Zelda, Mega Man, Castlevania, Super Mario Bros.... every one of those 1st games was something special, but playing the Legend of Zelda was something else entirely. It was this entire world, and finding a dungeon or a secret was such a HUGE deal. We would get so excited playing that game. I miss that feeling in gaming.
I remember being a lapsed Nintendo gamer, and seeing him having a blast at all of these events, and it made me curious about Nintendo again. Then, seeing the trailer for Twilight Princess and I came back to Nintendo land. He really was a fun, friendly face for Nintendo, and his joy for games was infectious.
Does anyone else remember a couple of years ago when CDPR was treated as the creators of one of the best RPGs in history?
Then, a poor business decision was made, and they are now the digital devil?
Well, I guess everyone loves a good witch burning!
In all seriousness, since I started working for software companies in the late 90s I have seen a lot, some of which could be considered much worse. They are definitely not the first company to botch a launch. Be grateful it was only in the entertainment sector, and not medical or finance!
The one thing a lot of people don't seem to understand in this witch hunt against CDPR is that are a lot of factors that come into play when it comes to releasing a product that you know isn't ready. It usually has nothing to do with a mustache-twirling greedy villain, but sometimes miscommunication, investors and stockholders being tired of waiting for their ROI, and demanding no more delays or they stop paying the bills. Maybe there was a lot of turnover in QA or Dev (or sickness) that threw off the entire schedule. It could have been a million different little things that led to one big launch snafu.
What has now happened to them is absolutely horrible, and I would not wish it on anyone. I hope that the hackers are caught and fully prosecuted.
Well, I was able to find an affordable copy of Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2, so I have been playing that and loving it. Also, still working on SMT 4: Apocalypse. It is everything I love about 4, and then some.
@nessisonett This exactly! Kid me would have tried saying that not playing enough games was actually bad for your health...
Now that I have 2 kids I am amazed at their answers to anything: "Dad, my room is dirty because I don't want to exhaust myself by cleaning too much! That would be bad for my health!"
"Dad, I thought turning off my games to do my homework was a SUGGESTION, and that I could choose that if I wanted.."
@KillerBOB This really cracked me up more than it should have.
2020 and all,, I was thinking before starting the game, you would choose what gender is under their armor, and even have a slider to change "size options".
I used to play this at the local roller rink in the 80s, and then rented it all the time for the NES. This is one of the ultimate classic Konami games, in my opinion.
I am still playing SMT: Strange Journey Redux. I am at 78+ hours, and will be taking a breather here and there with some of the Picross E games, as well as maybe some Ridge Racer 3d.
I think these are fun, and my daughter will love them. She, my wife and I are huge Captain Marvel fans.
I really don't understand why anyone even cares about what a celebrity thinks, says, their political stances, etc. Do you know them? Nope. Is it going to change your life at all what someone you don't know says or thinks? Not if you don't let it. They are just people. There are plenty of actors, musicians, etc. whose work I love but I may not like them as a person in real life. Fine by me! Not everyone has to agree with me or my beliefs.
Back to the actual topic. Nintendo ads have never been fantastic, but they tend to be fun. These are right in line with that. Keep 'em coming, Big N!
Still more Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux on the 3ds. I am at 74 hours and counting. If I can tear myself away from it, I might actually play something else...
It is easily my favorite console of all time, and I am still buying DS and 3ds games for it. My daughter desperately wants a Switch (my wife and I are getting her one for Christmas), but I still have so many games to play and love on my 3ds, that I won't be making the "Switch" any time soon...
Continuing to play Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux... I love this game. Perfect to play while having a good horror movie in the background. Also, playing some Dementium Remastered and Creeping Terror.
I just beat Spyhunter (3ds) and Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology. Spyhunter was much more fun than expected and Radiant Historia was absolutely amazing.
Now I am back to SMT: Strange Journey Redux (phenomenal game), and my Halloween game is Teenage Zombies: Invasion of the Alien Brain Thingys (DS). This is a funny, but overall ok game, but nothing special. Got a new copy for a screaming deal, though.
My son and I are feeling pretty crappy this weekend, so it might be just the perfect time for big RPGs.
Playing Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology. About 30 hours in, and I just love this game. As with any Atlus RPG, I am just amazed at how great it all is.
After this, I am continuing on with SMT: Strange Journey Redux.
And then.... I will finally get to play SMT IV: Apocalypse. I can't wait!!
I remember Donkey Kong and Mario Bros. in the arcades, and they were cool, but never really got me super excited to go out of my way to play.
Then, when my best friend got an NES with the Super Mario Bros. / Duck Hunt combo, it was all over. I truly became not only a huge Mario fan, but that is when I became a gamer. No other game had quite that impact on me for a long time.
1. Good for the Devs and this gal (is that an offensive term? I haven't gotten the daily update on what is the accepted lexicon) for having a really thoughtful and respectful discussion, and they exercised their voices in a meaningful way, and their choices were their own. I thought it was beautiful.
2. IMHO, the idea that since Videogames are Art this makes them bound to rules and laws on what is currently acceptable to all is B.S. Utter B.S.
That isn't Art. That is something else. Creatives should have a choice as to what their art is and says. Maybe it is Super Mario Bros. Maybe it is Gears of War. But, as a Creative it really gets my goat when someone decides that my work needs to be changed so that they will like or accept it better. If that is the case, then don't buy it! That is your choice too!
Can you imagine how absurd it would be if someone came up to H.R. Giger and said "hey man, I know you spent several hundred hours on this painting, but I don't think your vagina doors are realistic enough to represent all vaginas. In fact, what about people without them? Why aren't you thinking of them?? And, since I have bought your work before, I now believe I have the power to dictate what you create going forward, after you fix this existing work for me. Great... thanks!"
3. While I love the response of the Devs to this, and they made a choice that I respect, I hate this persistent idea that people need to always be represented a certain way. That is something akin to government sponsored art.
As someone who has what is considered a non-physical disability, I could care either way on how positive or negatively it is portrayed in media. I have been on both sides of it. Some days are good, other days I wouldn't be going "yay me! My life is really difficult right now from this and I love it!!"
To me, saying that we have to always be positive about this feels like those with handicaps are being shut down with a statement that reads: "You shouldn't complain! Put on a happy face! Other people with your condition are just fine, so aren't you just complaining?"
@Jslade I really recommend it. I call it a very relaxing Diablo meets Skyrim, meets Animal Crossing. I am about 75 hours in, and haven't even beaten the main game, because i am enjoying the side quests and pursuing the other lives you can try.
I heard the dlc that happens after the main game is great, but I jist haven't tried that out yet.
Still continuing on Fantasy Life, as well as Fusion Mode in Samus Returns.
However, I just got a copy of Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes of Light in the mail, and I am really enjoying it. I love seeing all of the little ways that this game is the precursor to the Bravely Default games, which are 2 of my favorite RPGs of all time.
I remember my best friend and I rented this back in the day, and I think that is all we did that whole weekend. I play it regularly on my 3ds, but I still think about how that game epitomized "next-gen" to us.
This weekend I am going to try and finish LoZ: Spirit Tracks , as well as probably continue Fantasy Life. Only 65+ hours invested, and currently going for Master in Carpentry.
This weekend, it continues to be Fantasy Life (I can't get enough of this game. 65 hours in, and just started the Carpenter life), as well as SMT: Strange Journey Redux. This game is sooooo good! It is really scratching a specific JRPG sci fi / monster collecting itch.
I am playing Fantasy Life a ton on the 3ds to de-stress, and it is working beautifully. 55+ plus hours in so far, and haven't even gotten close to touching most of the main story. Just chugging along chopping trees, fishing, etc.
Still playing Fantasy Life (3DS), and loving every minute of it. About 25 hours in, and forgot there was a story since I have been trying several Lives. Maybe I will advance the story this weekend.
This game is scratching an itch I never knew I had. Great game to relax to.
@TheWingedAvenger I agree 100%. I have owned most consoles since the Atari 2600 days (the NES was what made me fall in love with gaming), and there is still just something so special about the 3ds. My PS4 gets occasional use, but the 3ds gets the majority of my gaming time.
Continuing on in Fantasy Life on the 3ds. This is the perfect game for me right now. About 30 hours in, have been a Paladin and a Miner, now trying out the Blacksmith. I am really loving every minute of this game...
Also, I am thinking of finally beating Xenoblade Chronicles 3d. Been playing this game off and on for 2 years and love it, just never gotten around to actually beating it... I have gotten overwhelmed with side quests every time.
@Paul1994
I have a new 3ds xl, and it plays great on it, due to the right c stick. If you don't have that or a circle pad pro, it would be doable, but it would a bit more difficult.
It's a great game though! This system still amazes me at what it has been able to pull off
@Woomy_NNYes I am about 35 minutes into it, and it is awesome, but yeah, the jungle is really disorienting. I have found that I should not kill every gator I come across!
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Re: Xbox's Phil Spencer: 'I Could Have Never Designed The Wii... It Was Just Amazing To See'
@ceeka To be honest, I had a really hard time with that console generation as a whole. I just got into the PS1 more, but I still felt disappointed. I had just come off of the amazing highs of the 16 bit generation, and all of a sudden most games made my eyes want to bleed... there were exceptions, but it was tough.
Then, when the GameCube and PS2 came out, all of a sudden it felt like color had been restored to the world, and games (to me) felt more fun again. It was a big leap between those eras.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 6th)
1. Finishing up SMT IV: Apocalypse (3ds)
2. Robotech: Macross Saga HD (Switch)
3. LoZ: Oracle of Seasons (3ds)
4. Unchained Blades (3ds)
Re: Xbox's Phil Spencer: 'I Could Have Never Designed The Wii... It Was Just Amazing To See'
I have never understood the Phil hate as I have a close friend of the family who worked in XBOX's EIB group (hardware) for years, and got to know Phil pretty well. He has always had nothing but glowing things to say about the guy, including his passion, love and knowledge of games.
In fact, he used to joke that sometimes the Big N support guys down the road would have to contact Phil about the really tough questions they would get.
Re: Xbox's Phil Spencer: 'I Could Have Never Designed The Wii... It Was Just Amazing To See'
@Anti-Matter I completely agree with you there. I loved Nintendo, but they lost me with the N64. The PS1 had such an amazing library, used more than 4 sludgy colors in their games.
I love the 3ds remasters of several N64 games though.
Re: Feature: We Worked Out The Best Zelda Game Once And For All, Using Maths
This was a really fun article. As a Zelda fan since the original (yup I am old enough to remember when it came out ans changed my gaming world), I seem to find something in almost all Zelda games that I love (minus the CD-i titles).
That said, I find it interesting that the game I go back to replay the most is ALBW. For some reason, it feels so much like that magical part of my childhood that included Zelda 1-3, but does some cool new things.
I have been replaying the DS games and the Oracle games, and they are pretty fantastic to me...
Re: Game Devs From Riot To Xbox Spoke About Their Love For Zelda, And How It Influenced Them
I remember when my best friend at the time got the 1st one. This was such a magical time in gaming during the NES era, as everything was new! Zelda, Mega Man, Castlevania, Super Mario Bros.... every one of those 1st games was something special, but playing the Legend of Zelda was something else entirely. It was this entire world, and finding a dungeon or a secret was such a HUGE deal. We would get so excited playing that game. I miss that feeling in gaming.
Re: Reggie Shares His Favourite Memories From Working At Nintendo
I remember being a lapsed Nintendo gamer, and seeing him having a blast at all of these events, and it made me curious about Nintendo again. Then, seeing the trailer for Twilight Princess and I came back to Nintendo land. He really was a fun, friendly face for Nintendo, and his joy for games was infectious.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077 And Witcher 3 Source Code Reportedly Being Auctioned After CD Projekt Hack
Does anyone else remember a couple of years ago when CDPR was treated as the creators of one of the best RPGs in history?
Then, a poor business decision was made, and they are now the digital devil?
Well, I guess everyone loves a good witch burning!
In all seriousness, since I started working for software companies in the late 90s I have seen a lot, some of which could be considered much worse. They are definitely not the first company to botch a launch. Be grateful it was only in the entertainment sector, and not medical or finance!
The one thing a lot of people don't seem to understand in this witch hunt against CDPR is that are a lot of factors that come into play when it comes to releasing a product that you know isn't ready. It usually has nothing to do with a mustache-twirling greedy villain, but sometimes miscommunication, investors and stockholders being tired of waiting for their ROI, and demanding no more delays or they stop paying the bills. Maybe there was a lot of turnover in QA or Dev (or sickness) that threw off the entire schedule. It could have been a million different little things that led to one big launch snafu.
What has now happened to them is absolutely horrible, and I would not wish it on anyone. I hope that the hackers are caught and fully prosecuted.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 6th)
Well, I was able to find an affordable copy of Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2, so I have been playing that and loving it. Also, still working on SMT 4: Apocalypse. It is everything I love about 4, and then some.
Re: A Journalist Asked Actual Kids What They Thought About The "Kids Play Too Many Video Games" Argument
@nessisonett This exactly! Kid me would have tried saying that not playing enough games was actually bad for your health...
Now that I have 2 kids I am amazed at their answers to anything: "Dad, my room is dirty because I don't want to exhaust myself by cleaning too much! That would be bad for my health!"
"Dad, I thought turning off my games to do my homework was a SUGGESTION, and that I could choose that if I wanted.."
Re: Capcom Reveals Ghost ‘n Goblins Resurrection, Launches On Nintendo Switch In February 2021
@KillerBOB This really cracked me up more than it should have.
2020 and all,, I was thinking before starting the game, you would choose what gender is under their armor, and even have a slider to change "size options".
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 28th)
I am starting The World Ends With You (DS version) for the 1st time. Really gorgeous and interesting game, but I am having trouble getting into it.
Also playing Theatrhythm Final Fantasy, and really enjoying it. I just wish the Dragon Quest edition would have come to the U.S.
Re: Don Your Green Beret, Konami's Rush'n Attack Hits The Switch Today
I used to play this at the local roller rink in the 80s, and then rented it all the time for the NES. This is one of the ultimate classic Konami games, in my opinion.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 21st)
I am still playing SMT: Strange Journey Redux. I am at 78+ hours, and will be taking a breather here and there with some of the Picross E games, as well as maybe some Ridge Racer 3d.
Re: Nintendo Enlists Brie Larson And Awkwafina To Expand Switch's Reach This Christmas
I think these are fun, and my daughter will love them. She, my wife and I are huge Captain Marvel fans.
I really don't understand why anyone even cares about what a celebrity thinks, says, their political stances, etc. Do you know them? Nope. Is it going to change your life at all what someone you don't know says or thinks? Not if you don't let it. They are just people. There are plenty of actors, musicians, etc. whose work I love but I may not like them as a person in real life. Fine by me! Not everyone has to agree with me or my beliefs.
Back to the actual topic. Nintendo ads have never been fantastic, but they tend to be fun. These are right in line with that. Keep 'em coming, Big N!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 14th)
Still more Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux on the 3ds. I am at 74 hours and counting. If I can tear myself away from it, I might actually play something else...
Re: Talking Point: What's Your Comfort Food Game?
This is such a great question at a perfect time for me. I've been thinking about this quite a bit lately.
1. Picross (any)
2. Steamworld Heist
3. Super Mario Bros.
4. Ninja Gaiden 1 and 2 (NES)
5. Any grindy 3ds rpg
6. Dragon Quest 8
7. Puzzle Quest
8. Castlevania 1 and POR
9. Super Metroid
All of these can get me in the zen like gaming state pretty quickly.
Re: Soapbox: An Ode To The 3DS, Nintendo's Workhorse Console
It is easily my favorite console of all time, and I am still buying DS and 3ds games for it. My daughter desperately wants a Switch (my wife and I are getting her one for Christmas), but I still have so many games to play and love on my 3ds, that I won't be making the "Switch" any time soon...
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 31st)
Continuing to play Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux... I love this game. Perfect to play while having a good horror movie in the background. Also, playing some Dementium Remastered and Creeping Terror.
Happy Halloween!!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 24th)
I just beat Spyhunter (3ds) and Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology.
Spyhunter was much more fun than expected and Radiant Historia was absolutely amazing.
Now I am back to SMT: Strange Journey Redux (phenomenal game), and my Halloween game is Teenage Zombies: Invasion of the Alien Brain Thingys (DS). This is a funny, but overall ok game, but nothing special. Got a new copy for a screaming deal, though.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 3rd)
My son and I are feeling pretty crappy this weekend, so it might be just the perfect time for big RPGs.
Playing Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology. About 30 hours in, and I just love this game. As with any Atlus RPG, I am just amazed at how great it all is.
After this, I am continuing on with SMT: Strange Journey Redux.
And then.... I will finally get to play SMT IV: Apocalypse. I can't wait!!
Re: Poll: What's The Best 3D Mario Game?
It is so amazing that after all of this time, that an "ok" Mario game is still far better than most games I play.
On a side note: I still love 3d Land, and haven't picked it up in a while. I think i know what I might play today.
Re: Today's The Big Day - Happy 35th Anniversary, Mario!
I remember Donkey Kong and Mario Bros. in the arcades, and they were cool, but never really got me super excited to go out of my way to play.
Then, when my best friend got an NES with the Super Mario Bros. / Duck Hunt combo, it was all over. I truly became not only a huge Mario fan, but that is when I became a gamer. No other game had quite that impact on me for a long time.
Happy Birthday M!!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 12th)
Just beat Super Princess Peach. What a wonderful game. Why hasn't there been a sequel?
Now playing:
Wario: Master of Disguise
Super Mario World
Final Fantasy: 4 Heroes of Light
Re: Thunder Lotus Apologises For Ableist Storyline In Spiritfarer, Pledges To "Correct The Mistake"
Dangit, I wasn't going to comment, but oh well...
1. Good for the Devs and this gal (is that an offensive term? I haven't gotten the daily update on what is the accepted lexicon) for having a really thoughtful and respectful discussion, and they exercised their voices in a meaningful way, and their choices were their own. I thought it was beautiful.
2. IMHO, the idea that since Videogames are Art this makes them bound to rules and laws on what is currently acceptable to all is B.S. Utter B.S.
That isn't Art. That is something else. Creatives should have a choice as to what their art is and says. Maybe it is Super Mario Bros. Maybe it is Gears of War. But, as a Creative it really gets my goat when someone decides that my work needs to be changed so that they will like or accept it better. If that is the case, then don't buy it! That is your choice too!
Can you imagine how absurd it would be if someone came up to H.R. Giger and said "hey man, I know you spent several hundred hours on this painting, but I don't think your vagina doors are realistic enough to represent all vaginas. In fact, what about people without them? Why aren't you thinking of them?? And, since I have bought your work before, I now believe I have the power to dictate what you create going forward, after you fix this existing work for me. Great... thanks!"
3. While I love the response of the Devs to this, and they made a choice that I respect, I hate this persistent idea that people need to always be represented a certain way. That is something akin to government sponsored art.
As someone who has what is considered a non-physical disability, I could care either way on how positive or negatively it is portrayed in media. I have been on both sides of it. Some days are good, other days I wouldn't be going "yay me! My life is really difficult right now from this and I love it!!"
To me, saying that we have to always be positive about this feels like those with handicaps are being shut down with a statement that reads: "You shouldn't complain! Put on a happy face! Other people with your condition are just fine, so aren't you just complaining?"
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 29th)
I have been collecting physical DS and 3ds games for a while, and my gargantuan backlog is starting to overwhelm me...
I chose to go back to Final Fantasy: 4 Heroes of Light, which is a great rpg.
I am also playing Spyhunter in the 3ds, which is a pretty fun little game!
Re: Poll: Box Art Brawl #52 - Mega Man 2
The German cover is by far my favorite. I remember the US one growing up, and I thought it was so awesome compared to the first one.... yikes.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 27th)
This weekend it is Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 1 (DS), and Captain Toad l: Treasure Tracker (3DS).
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 20th)
It's all about the 3ds! (as usual)
Final Fantaay Fables: Chocobo Tales
SMT: Strange Journey Redux
Fantasy Life
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 13th)
Playing more SMT: Strange Journey Redux, and Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 30th)
@Jslade I really recommend it. I call it a very relaxing Diablo meets Skyrim, meets Animal Crossing. I am about 75 hours in, and haven't even beaten the main game, because i am enjoying the side quests and pursuing the other lives you can try.
I heard the dlc that happens after the main game is great, but I jist haven't tried that out yet.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 30th)
Still continuing on Fantasy Life, as well as Fusion Mode in Samus Returns.
However, I just got a copy of Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes of Light in the mail, and I am really enjoying it. I love seeing all of the little ways that this game is the precursor to the Bravely Default games, which are 2 of my favorite RPGs of all time.
Re: Random: Sonic Boom Won't Be Returning, According To Television Show's Executive Producer
Huh. I never watched the show, but I really enjoyed the 2 Boom 3ds games. I know that isn't the popular opinion, but hey, works for me!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 23rd)
Playing through Fusion mode on Metroid: Samus Returns, and then if I have time playing a little more SMT: Strange Journey Redux.
Re: Video: Castlevania's 16-Bit Entries Explored In Splash Wave's Latest Retrospective
I remember my best friend and I rented this back in the day, and I think that is all we did that whole weekend. I play it regularly on my 3ds, but I still think about how that game epitomized "next-gen" to us.
Re: Metroidvania Xeodrifter Finally Arrives In Physical Form, Starts Shipping Next Week
I really enjoyed this game when it first came out on the 3ds. Way too short though. I would love to see a bigger sequel.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 16th)
This weekend I am going to try and finish LoZ: Spirit Tracks , as well as probably continue Fantasy Life. Only 65+ hours invested, and currently going for Master in Carpentry.
Re: Hooray! Race With Ryan Is Getting Paid DLC And A Physical Deluxe Edition
@King-X Ha, I was literally just playing the DS edition of Diddy Kong Racing last night. That game is really overdue for a sequel.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 9th)
This weekend, it continues to be Fantasy Life (I can't get enough of this game. 65 hours in, and just started the Carpenter life), as well as SMT: Strange Journey Redux. This game is sooooo good! It is really scratching a specific JRPG sci fi / monster collecting itch.
Re: 3DS Sales See 73% Year-On-Year Decline, No Future Sales Forecast Provided
I have said it before, but even though I have newer consoles, the 3ds is my favorite system of all time.
The list of games is just gigantic, and I have never owned this many quality games on 1 system before, and I have been playing since the Atari 2600!
I still regularly buy DS and 3ds games (in fact I have 2 DS games coming in the mail), so I will be good for a long, long time.
Re: Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Voted Among The Top Stress-Relieving Games In New Study
I am playing Fantasy Life a ton on the 3ds to de-stress, and it is working beautifully. 55+ plus hours in so far, and haven't even gotten close to touching most of the main story. Just chugging along chopping trees, fishing, etc.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 25th)
It's my birthday weekend, so I am hoping to have some time to continue playing
Fantasy Life (3DS)
Horizon: Zero Dawn (PS4)
Both have become two of my favorite games of all time.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 18th)
Still playing Fantasy Life (3DS), and loving every minute of it. About 25 hours in, and forgot there was a story since I have been trying several Lives. Maybe I will advance the story this weekend.
This game is scratching an itch I never knew I had. Great game to relax to.
Re: Nintendo Switch Shortages Are Driving Up The Price Of 3DS In Japan
@TheWingedAvenger I agree 100%. I have owned most consoles since the Atari 2600 days (the NES was what made me fall in love with gaming), and there is still just something so special about the 3ds. My PS4 gets occasional use, but the 3ds gets the majority of my gaming time.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 11th)
Continuing on in Fantasy Life on the 3ds. This is the perfect game for me right now. About 30 hours in, have been a Paladin and a Miner, now trying out the Blacksmith. I am really loving every minute of this game...
Also, I am thinking of finally beating Xenoblade Chronicles 3d. Been playing this game off and on for 2 years and love it, just never gotten around to actually beating it... I have gotten overwhelmed with side quests every time.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 4th)
@Anti-Matter I am really loving it so far!!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 4th)
I picked up Fantasy Life for the 3ds last night.
I created my character and first life, and I'm ready to go.
I am excited!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 21st)
@Paul1994
I have a new 3ds xl, and it plays great on it, due to the right c stick. If you don't have that or a circle pad pro, it would be doable, but it would a bit more difficult.
It's a great game though! This system still amazes me at what it has been able to pull off
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 21st)
I have a diverse list this weekend (I doubt I will have time for all of it though)
1. Mario Picross
2. Shakedown Hawaii (LOVE this game)
3. Golden Sun: Dark Dawn
4. Metal Gear Solid 3d
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 14th)
@Woomy_NNYes
I am about 35 minutes into it, and it is awesome, but yeah, the jungle is really disorienting. I have found that I should not kill every gator I come across!