Video Game Critic Forum

Gamecube third-party memory cards.

Tue, 15 May 2012 07:08:35 GMT

Hello. I recently bought a GameCube but it doesn't have any memory cards. I read on the console review page that third-party alternatives exist and they're better because the original memory cards have a ridiculously low amount of space. So I was wondering, what exact brand did you buy?

Thanks in advance.

Forum: Questions and Answers

Old school ideas that need to come back!

Mon, 14 May 2012 14:50:38 GMT

So it has sort of become cool to put old school graphics and things into newer games. It got me thinking. What are some design choices from older/classic games that you'd like to see make a return?

Here is the short list for me:

1) Bosses that have a distinct life meter or when they start to die they start blinking red!

2) Random food items to restore health - preferable a chicken drumstick or giant red apple

3) In hack n slash games your enemies should have life bars that appear with names like in Streets of Rage or Final Fight.

4) Hi scores - screw trophies and achievements, just bring back high-scores.

5) In shooters you're allowed to hold an entire arsenal of weapons regardless of how unrealistic it is. Only holding 2 weapons sucks.

Feel free to post your own!

Forum: Video Games General

Oklahoma Video Game Expo

Mon, 14 May 2012 13:19:25 GMT

Oklahoma's Only Retro Video Game Exhibition Returns

TULSA, OK–-Classic video games will roll in like a storm from history, as mid-America's one and only OVGE returns for the ninth Oklahoma Video Game Exhibition!

On June 16, 2012 video game collectors and enthusiasts from Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Texas and even further will come together at the Spirit Bank Event Center in Tulsa to celebrate the history, hobby, collecting, and entertainment of the video gaming industry. “Before the OVGE, people from the surrounding states had to travel across the country for events such as this,” said Jesse Hardesty, founder and organizer of the OVGE.

In 1972, the video game industry began with the release of the Odyssey by Magnavox, the first multi-video game system for the home. Seven years later in 1979, Atari released the mighty 2600VCS and both created and changed home entertainment forever! Then, in the early ‘80s an overflow of games and poor sales resulted in the great crash of the video game industry in 1983. Since the rebirth of the industry in 1985, with the introduction of the Nintendo Entertainment System, video game sales and popularity have flourished.

Still, many video game players find themselves returning to classic video games. With the advanced high definition graphics and motion control of today’s video games, why are so many people fascinated with the classics? “Even though modern game systems have amazing graphics and sound, the most important aspect of any video game is that it actually be fun to play. Because classic game systems, like the Atari 2600, had very simple graphics, game designers had to focus on the game-play. Those same games that were fun in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s are still just as much fun today,” stated Albert Yarusso, modern video game programmer and co-founder of AtariAge.com. It is also this simple pick up and play philosophy that makes for quick gaming without the need to invest in large amounts of time as many of today's games require.

"With video gaming being today’s main form of home entertainment, the history behind it should not be forgotten,” said Hardesty. “The Oklahoma Video Game Exhibition is providing the youth and their parents a chance to visit and interact with that past.”

Numerous video game systems, computers, and arcade machines, will be set up for the public to play plus tournaments and door prizes! Vendors and exhibitors will have memorabilia on display with many items for purchase.

Doors will open to the public at 9:00 a.m. and close at 5:00 p.m. Cost of admission for ages eight and above is $5 dollars at the door.

The OVGE is organized by gaming enthusiasts who want to share their hobby and passion for classic and modern video games with the public. For more information, visit http://www.ovge.com.

Contact:
Jesse Hardesty , Founder & Organizer
ovge@cox.net
(918)724-7818

Forum: Classic Gaming

Jack Tramiel Died

Mon, 14 May 2012 01:01:14 GMT

He might not have been the best person, but he did run two important companies in the early days of home computers/video games, so he deserves some recognition.

News Article (This is kinda old; he died on April 8. If you already have a post for this, just tell me.)

Forum: Classic Gaming

Genesis RPG review requests for the RPG critic

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:52:50 GMT

I was just wondering if the RPG critic is planning to or would review the following Genesis RPGs:

Phantasy Star 2
Phantasy Star 4
Shadowrun
D&D: Warriors of the Eternal sun

Forum: Review Feedback

The New C2 Twin, SNES/NES System

Sun, 13 May 2012 23:23:35 GMT

So I see on Ebay that there is this new system that lets you play SNES & NES games, called the C2. I have only been able to find scant info about it on the web. Does anyone know much about it? Does anyone have one?

Forum: Video Games General

Keio Flying Squadron (Sega CD)

Sun, 13 May 2012 17:33:34 GMT

I almost forgot to review this! Had it on the shelf for a while.

It's a very Japanese side-scrolling shooter. Extremely quirky but I like the rich visuals.

Forum: Now Playing

2012/5/12: Playstation 3: Sports Champions, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 13, Twisted Metal

Sat, 12 May 2012 16:24:38 GMT

I spend a lot of time on these reviews, and I'd like to know what you think of them. Twisted Metal is my favorite PS3 titles - hands down.

Forum: Review Feedback

Fallout - New Vegas

Sat, 12 May 2012 11:46:46 GMT

I just started on this game recently as i picked it up for 8 bucks so i figured I couldnt go wrong lol. Ive never been a huge fan of the series. My favorite is the one that everyone else seems to hate, that being Fallout the brotherhood of steel. But anyway, I am liking this one a lot better than fallout 3. I heard a lot about glitches and load times, but so far, everything seems to have been patched and seems to run pretty smoothly , so i am liking it so far, but it still seems to be lacking something, I really cant say what as that obviously shows that its nothing major, but just something i am noticing as i play, is that it still seems to be lacking something. I'm sure there have already been posts about this game, but since I just started on it, thought i would see what everyone else thought.

Ozzy

Forum: Now Playing

New 7800 platformer in the works

Sat, 12 May 2012 01:28:02 GMT

From Bob "PacManPlus" on Atariage. Anyone into ROMs can download two demo levels at the Atariage 7800 forum under the "7800 Wonderboy" topic. It plays very well. As you can see from the video below, it is actually a Bentley Bear platformer. Check it out here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=a8HwOhcB_PA

Forum: Classic Gaming

Kobayashi Manu for Jag CD

Sat, 12 May 2012 01:20:23 GMT

I downloaded Kobayashi Manu in the hopes that I might have another game to review for my Jaguar CD. I unzipped the km.cdi file and burned it to a CD.

However, when I tried it in my Jaguar CD the system treated it like an audio CD, taking me to the song play screen.

Any ideas what I'm doing wrong?

Forum: Questions and Answers

Redux: Dark Matter and Kickstarter

Sat, 12 May 2012 00:58:58 GMT

I was wondering what you guys thought of this Kickstarter campaign.

I'd be willing to shell out $65 for a new Dreamcast shooter, but there are a few problems. First, I've never heard of the Kickstarter thing, which you need to sign up with. Secondly, you apparently need to use Amazon Payments, which I am also not familiar with. I already use PayPal and I'm not interested in sharing my bank account with another service. Finally, the game is not slated to be complete until Dec 2012, and knowing how these things work, long delays are inevitable.

I want to hear your opinions to help me decide if this is worthwhile.

Forum: Questions and Answers

E3 2012 Speculation

Fri, 11 May 2012 18:02:59 GMT

Speculation Thread Rules: There is going to be NO talk of how well/poorly a console, handheld, nor software here. E3 doesn't really push charts on us, we want the INTERESTING details.

Please understand that a leak and or rumor are COMPLETELY different things. One is less likely to be confirmed true and possible than the other.

Microsoft

Patented hand-recognition technology will be explained
Final Halo 4 information to hold us off until November 6
Internet Explorer for Xbox detailed, hopefully not just Live exclusive

Sony

I'm too lazy to watch the streamed event on console.
A freaking lot of Vita and PS3 titles
New IP announced

Nintendo

Several Wii U and 3DS titles hopefully
New applications for 3DS and first apps for Wii U detailed
Hopefully gaming peripherals for 3DS that don't suck

Forum: Video Games General

Proof that used games don't hurt industry...

Fri, 11 May 2012 00:53:08 GMT

Gamer Muzz of L1 Games proves that used games don't hurt the industry. Also, on disc DLC and online passes are ripping off the customers.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePNHfnR-SwA

Your thoughts?

Forum: Video Games General

Ready Player One

Thu, 10 May 2012 21:45:37 GMT

Has anyone else read this amazing book about the year 2044, the fascination with the 1980's and trying to solve the ulimate cyber space riddle. I am enthralled. There is no definition for this book other than to say it's a drama set in the future all about gaming, virtual reality, and the chance to solve a puzzle that may win you the biggest prize ever. I just picked it up today. I can't wait for the next chapter, so see ya!

Forum: Video Games General