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Re: Game Freak Isn't Reusing 3DS Models In Pokémon Sword and Shield

Illusion

Breaking news: Green clouds have been spotted in Super Mario Bros pretending to be bushes. Video at 11.
My opinion: Isn't pokemon a fun RPG collectathon? Gameplay over graphics. If Gamefreak says they're having to make new models I'll believe them. Sakurai said the same about SSBU and half the fans refused to believe him because they don't trust anyone trying to talk up their interactive work of art they wish to sell.

Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 13th)

Illusion

On my 2nd playthrough of Blazing Chrome. Best thing I can compare it to is Bloodstained Curse of the Moon. It really feels like a lost Contra game from the 16 bit gen (like Bloodstained CotM feels like a lost 8 bit Castlevania game). Both are some of the best Contras and Castlevanias I've ever played.
Almost unlocked everything in the ammonomicon in Enter the Gungeon, had spent the last week killing the past of everyone in their alt costumes to get their alt starting weapons.
Probably load up some more Super Mario Maker 2 maps. Found a couple dozen really good ones so far I've downloaded so I never lose access to them. (And bookmarked their creators in case they make some more awesome.)

Re: It’s Official: The Switch Online Service Has Surpassed 10 Million Subscribers

Illusion

Paid for a year day one and got another free year via Prime. I use it mostly for the NES games and if this is the only way I can play these legally on my Switch I'll do so.
Occasionally go online for a game here and there, but I'm a mostly solitary/retro player.
I'd love to see SNES games and a modern indie or 3rd party game a month as well as better discounts to improve the service.

Re: Feature: The Best Movie Licences On Nintendo Systems

Illusion

Before Goldeneye, I didn't play our 64 much, other than for racing games.
Star Wars Rogue Squadron II Rogue Leader was the reason I wanted a gamecube. (Little did I know Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3, my brother's reason for the cube would also be awesome.)
I could argue that T2 the Arcade game is a fun on rails shooter, but I suppose that and Revolution X are hated by gamers for not being as graphically impressive as their arcade machines. Still fun to me.

Re: The Game Sony Tried To Silence Is Getting An Uncensored English Language Release On Switch

Illusion

@nessisonett is it as bad as most games that directly correlate your game's level to how good of a murderer you are? You could say, my character is a hero, someone needed me to kill that massive population of animal and/or sentient goblin tribe outside town. How many NPCs have you murdered that had no intention of attacking you and didn't automatically con onto you?
What about Link, paragon of the moral high ground being forced to crossdress just to complete a game and get into a townful of sexists? The same Link who uses his false identity to leave a poor otaku outside that city with no footwear in the middle of a burning desert?
That Link is also judged as not the hero by many NPCs due to his height, despite his deeds and ownership of the master sword.
In the Fallout games determine your success and dialogue options via charisma, speech, business or sexy clothing allowing you to use your sex appeal to "win" dozens of situations throughout the games.
Are any of these examples horrible and wrong? No. They are just as bad as your character needing big boobs to succeed because all of them are fantasy. Some are a simulation of some parts of reality, but due to being videogames they are not wrong. Art is not wrong. It just exists as a reflection of society. What's acceptable and unacceptable to you is a personal choice, don't hope to force it on others. Do not praise those that would keep you from playing certain games, watching certain movies, or reading certain books because someone determined it might cause you to think or feel a way your government doesn't want you to. Don't allow yourself to become part of the Nazi, Soviet, Communist fearing Conservatives that have tried to contain the human mind to their ideal.
When it comes to art: Either all of its okay or none of it is. You don't want to live in that society of severe censorship.

Re: Here Are Your Nintendo Switch Online NES Games For The Month Of June

Illusion

@patbacknitro18 unfortunately they're running out of good and playable NES games. I'm sure they'll keep what they have, but after another 12 games for June to September, the quality NES titles will be tapped out. Very few subscribers to the online service have an interest in playing every NES title for completion's sake. How many of your friends have the patience for 80% of the NES titles originally released?

Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 18th)

Illusion

Played hours of Castlevania Collection yesterday. Somewhere between 1/2 way and 3/4 into all the games except Simon's Quest-kinda hate that one and its cryptic item gathering face.
Hoping to one day beat at least Castlevania 1. Currently at the Grim Reaper battle. Savestates will help with that.

Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 11th)

Illusion

Can't stop playing Enter the Gungeon. Killed the past of the main 4, robot, unlocked paradox, and killed the lich. Still need to unlock bullet/kill his past and beat the game with paradox. Might be awhile though since beating lich the first time I got really good RNG. Chamber Gun is the best.

Re: Sega Ages Line Struggling To Appeal In Japan, Interest Overseas Better Than Expected

Illusion

@Beatley82 @YANDMAN @Fandabidozi yes, my comment was very much in jest. I need to utilize /s more. Though I have a sneaking suspicion if Sega never got out of hardware this website would be called Segalife. Yes, I realize Nintendo has always had its fans, but many Europeans jumped ship when the Dreamcast went under (one of my favorite systems despite being a Nintendo fan). I find it odd that Sega's #1 target audience today is Japan when they were/are more popular in literally the rest of the world and virtually ignored in their "home" country in comparison. (Just poking fun at a Japanese firm purchasing Seattle Games many years ago when Sega mainly made pinball machines and other physical boardwalk games).

Re: Switch Overtakes Nintendo 64 Lifetime Sales, According To New Estimates

Illusion

@Medic_alert Super Mario 64, Mario Kart 64, the Mario Party series, Star Wars Shadows of the Empire, Star Wars Rogue Squadron, Star Fox 64, Goldeneye, Perfect Dark, Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time, Waverace 64, Jet Force Gemini, Mischief Makers, Pokemon Snap, NFL Blitz, Cruisn USA, Mortal Kombat Trilogy, Rampage World Tour, Gauntlet Legends, Resident Evil 2, Starcraft 64, Command and Conquer, just to name a few of the titles that made an N64 a worthy purchase in the 90s. Also, 4 player capability. Nearly no load times.

Re: Nintendo Adds Three New Games To The Switch Online NES Library This Month

Illusion

3 potential winners this month. Punchout!! is easily in my top 10 NES games ever. Lost Levels is amusing. Star Soldier looks fun, but never played originally.
Due to licensing and Capcom/Konami putting out their own collections, only other fun games I see coming to the NES service is Double Dragon II, Star Tropics II, and Wrecking Crew.(that last one is more interesting than fun.)
Would like to have all the TMNT games, but there's no way they could clear the licensing and make all the various holders happy.