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Gaming / Re: ModNation Racers

« on: June 12, 2010, 01:12:11 AM »

Well, GOOD. Because shields are only useful 5% of the time when you get them in other games.

They are 75% useful in this!

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Gaming / Re: ModNation Racers

« on: June 12, 2010, 01:07:11 AM »

Aaaaaah, that sounds much better. And the items seem more balanced. As long as there's no blue shell-like weapon, that targets one single person who's got the best position, I'm okay with it. This does seems like you're hit with weapons alot, though.

That's why shields are so important!  And even then, they won't always save you.

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Gaming / Re: 7 new Pokemon leaked!

« on: June 12, 2010, 12:57:17 AM »

is that foxy lady the new professor? i'd do her.

also PB i bet you $10 that the american name for electric zebra will be Zapra

You, me, new professor 3-way as soon as the game comes out! 

And I'LL TAKE THAT BET.  His name shall be Zebrolt!   

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Off The Wall / Re: Post a Random Fact About Yourself

« on: June 12, 2010, 12:45:50 AM »

I tend to make people hungry.

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Fan Creations / Re: The Gonzo has art.

« on: June 12, 2010, 12:45:11 AM »

Am.....am I about to knife Rock?   

Also, I really like the Rock & Roll drawing Gonzie.

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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)

« on: June 12, 2010, 12:43:03 AM »

While not much in the way of new, this teaser was nice to see.

Any way, I'm REALLY hoping that's Phoenix (Jean) being teased at the end. She's pretty much the main one I could see being truly "Boss" material, and yet has the long-reaching appeal that goes beyond just current comic book fans; something that the likes of Sentry doesn't have. 

Only took a SHIELD Helicarrier to stop Sentry...

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General / Re: Get rid of Marqueeeees

« on: June 12, 2010, 12:42:05 AM »

You can set your options to not see both Avatars & Signatures.

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Gaming / Re: ModNation Racers

« on: June 12, 2010, 12:40:28 AM »

Like Burnout and Pure, then.

Yes!

Now, been wondering about this for awhile. Are the items balanced? Any blue shell-like crap? Can anyone here give a small description of the items?

The items are completely fair, well thought out, and balanced IMO.  I'll give a little more info on the weapons...

Missiles
LVL1 - Missile shoots straight ahead, does not lock on, ricochets off walls about 2-3 times before exploding into wall.
LVL2 - Two missiles shoot out, lock on to opponent ahead of you.
LVL3 - Macross missiles shoot out, missile targets every opponent in front of you.

Lightning
LVL1 - A bolt shoots out straight ahead of you, does not lock on, slightly stuns opponent
LVL2 - Chain bolt shoots out, locks on to opponent ahead of you, will stun opponent plus person right next to him as well (not sure if it's everyone or just 1 person)
LVL3 - A missile shoots into the sky, sky goes dark, a lightning bolt comes down and strikes every opponent in front of you, stunning opponents even more

Sonic
LVL1 - A small sonic ring appears around your cart, stuns opponents next to you
LVL2 - 3 sonic mines launch in front of you, unleashes sonic bombs, slightly stuns opponents
LVL3 - A sonic wave fires in front of you, stunning all opponents in front of you

Boost
LVL1 - Limited boost forward
LVL2 - Longer boost forward
LVL3 - Creates a warp tunnel in front of you, you warp forward and appear several racers ahead of you depending on your position, opponents behind you can also use warp tunnel if drafting behind you (last part is according to Lou)

Weapons are leveled up like Copy X said.  Also, weapons can be lost as well.  I know the Sonic definitely gets rid of weapons, but I'm not sure about the Lightning & Missiles.  LoL, up till 4:30AM playing last night and I forgot! 

I do know that sideswiping your opponent lowers the level of your weapon as well.  That much I do remember.

But like I said, the items are completely fair and are not cheap in any way.  This is where the beauty of the strategy aspect of the game comes in.  You can hold onto your weapon to level up, but then you run the risk of losing it.  You can store up your shields, but they can still run out.  To me, THIS is what Mario Kart lost after MK64, and what I miss about the game the most.  This is why I love the game so much.  It actually brings challenge, strategy, and effort back into kart racing games, instead of just blind luck.  Although, some of the challenges in Career Mode definitely give you the MK A.I. out to get you aspect!   

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Gaming / Re: Sonic Adventure to PC, PS3 X360

« on: June 11, 2010, 07:14:18 PM »

They've already made me the happiest boy in the world with their VOOT release on XBLA.

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Gaming / Re: ModNation Racers

« on: June 11, 2010, 07:13:11 PM »

You mean snaking as an easy to do mechanic that doesn't make players better or worse than others?

There is no snaking. Instead drifting building up your meter, and then you can boost.  Like I said though, a lot of times you need to be careful not to waste your meter or not, cause shields become VERY important.

Does this game have various engine classes like Mario Kart? If so, how many?

I don't think so.

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Off The Wall / Re: Post a Random Fact About Yourself

« on: June 11, 2010, 07:11:30 PM »

Work you hate can also inspire you to find work you love.

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Off The Wall / Re: The Avatar / Signature Changing Thread

« on: June 11, 2010, 07:05:52 PM »

Agreed.  The drawing and coloring are simply fantastic.

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Gaming / Re: ITS MAHVEL 3 BAYBEE (The MvC3 topic)

« on: June 11, 2010, 06:45:44 PM »

Nice to see Deadpool at least! 

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Gaming / Re: ModNation Racers

« on: June 11, 2010, 05:32:25 PM »

Try doing the get 150,000 drift points AND get 1st place. The letters MRC are now forever engraved in my mind from the attempts.

I find drift points easy.  But the ones like the one I mentioned, plus the "DON'T HIT A WALL" one can be taxing.

What's the one game you'd compare the most with this one in terms of gameplay?

I think it's a great combination of Mario Kart + Sonic & Sega All Stars handling.

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Gaming / Re: ModNation Racers

« on: June 11, 2010, 05:18:47 PM »

That one 4000 Airtime Points one was just brutal.  Not only is it hard to get, but the vicious AI goes out of it's way to stop you.

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Gaming / Re: The Official Pokémon Black & White Discussion Thread

« on: June 11, 2010, 04:31:48 PM »

I love the design of the Electric Zebra!

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Gaming / Re: ModNation Racers

« on: June 11, 2010, 04:29:07 PM »

I'm waiting till I beat more of Career Mode to unlock stuff, before I venture into full on fun mods.  Some of those challenges are evil though. 

Oh, and I dreamt in ModNation Racer form last night, which is a sign that I [tornado fang]ing love this game, which I do.

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Fan Creations / Re: Cute things?

« on: June 11, 2010, 08:06:30 AM »

It's nice to see your art again Cephi.

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Fan Creations / Re: The Gonzo has art.

« on: June 11, 2010, 07:22:30 AM »

You two did an amazing job.

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Fan Creations / Re: is this a new art thread it sure is

« on: June 11, 2010, 05:13:30 AM »

Like a Manatee?

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Entertainment / Re: DC Animated Universe Thread

« on: June 11, 2010, 05:12:23 AM »

I'm banking on the mess.

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Fan Creations / Re: is this a new art thread it sure is

« on: June 11, 2010, 04:53:32 AM »

honestly i really like pokaabu ;c

ISN'T HE JUST AWESOME?

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Fan Creations / Re: Lili's art :D (Boobs, Concept Art, and more!)

« on: June 11, 2010, 04:53:05 AM »

Able to jump small lilis in a single bound?  ; Iunno You decide! 

Okay, I'll decide, but I do like your jumping Lili idea.  Perhaps later!   

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Fan Creations / Re: Lili's art :D (Boobs, Concept Art, and more!)

« on: June 11, 2010, 04:31:52 AM »

What are Fantasy PB's powers?  Hmmmmmmmm?

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Fan Creations / Re: Lili's art :D (Boobs, Concept Art, and more!)

« on: June 11, 2010, 04:20:34 AM »

Fantasy PB

Oooooooooooh, I look fantasytastic!  Thank you so much, Lili.