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Gaming / Re: Super Smash Bros. Thread

« on: January 31, 2009, 05:52:39 AM »

I'll jump in for a few.

Edit - It seems like I can't join since whoever you're brawling against doesn't have me on their list.

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Gaming / Re: Sonic Unleashed

« on: January 31, 2009, 05:50:29 AM »

Tokoi, Ohtani, Nanba and Kobayashi are the main four people involved with the music in this game, all of them having previous work around Sega (Kobayashi did a fair few tracks in the PSO series, while Tokoi, who absolutely loves using real jazz instruments, previously cued up Casinopolis' music in SA1.) They're a very solid music team and I'm willing to say easily that they destroy Senoue's compositions, since his SA2-Shadow work is just way too much electric guitar and little of anything else.

Also, Chun-nan Night (the hub world) is an amazing track by Tokoi. I also love all the extra parts he added to Jungle Joyride Night.

I think it's safe to say that those guys are like some of my new found SEGA composers of the forever. Jun, while he'll always be a legend, just seems to have been on as you said an electric guitar binge. Diversity needs to be present in Sonic OSTs and when it's bogged down with too much of one type it kinda gives an "okay but could be awesome" vibe on the soundtrack as a whole. This reminds me, I should do a top 10 composers in video games list sometime soon.

But seriously, I haven't loved a soundtrack this much since Galaxy & Brawl and if we're talking about SEGA soundtracks, Sonic Rush.

*Goes back to his Savannah Citadel Day humming*

Posted on: January 30, 2009, 11:41:43 PMYou know, I hate when awesome inspiration strikes me and I can't work on it. I had this really great idea of mixing different voice samples from musical legends of New York (Frank Sinatra, The Notorious B.I.G., Nas, and a few more that I need to relocate from my music library) into the main Skyscraper Scamper Day theme with the appropriate amount of record scratching a la Hideki Naganuma and it's been bothering me that I don't know how I'd go about doing something like that.

I [tornado fang]ing hate this, especially since what I have in mind sounds [tornado fang] awesome listening to it in my head.

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Gaming / Re: Sonic Unleashed

« on: January 31, 2009, 05:20:43 AM »

Let me tell you, I had my PSP hooked up to my car's sound system while driving down the freeway last night. It was virtually empty and this song queued up on the playlist. Skyscraper Scamper Day + 80-90mph driving = hooooly [tornado fang], this rules! I was almost expecting a corkscrew in the road.

You too huh?

I was taking the train home from Manhattan over the bridge yesterday and had it on repeat the whole way through. There's nothing like a NYC skyline at about 5 - 6 PM (Gorgeous winterish sunset setting) with the train blazing home in the middle of rush hour while this plays.

[tornado fang], the song alone sounds like it'd make a good level sometimes.

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Comic Jam / Re: CJ014 - Board Games: With A Vengeance

« on: January 31, 2009, 05:17:51 AM »

I agree with you Sky, Lou has that perfect apathetic look going on. Meanwhile, I lol'd a Sub's energy pellet line.

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Gaming / Re: Iwata: "Nintendo’s E3 2009 Software Aimed To Topple PS2"

« on: January 31, 2009, 04:13:33 AM »

That's the fun part. Also, I was sure that this thread would have gotten more opinions from everyone on the board. I guess there isn't much to be said on the topic now.

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Gaming / Re: Iwata: "Nintendo’s E3 2009 Software Aimed To Topple PS2"

« on: January 31, 2009, 04:08:12 AM »

Whoops, silly me.

Add a DKC4 and buying back Rare from MS just for the lulz though.

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Gaming / Re: Iwata: "Nintendo’s E3 2009 Software Aimed To Topple PS2"

« on: January 31, 2009, 04:04:58 AM »

He said topple the PS2... not all of humanity.

[tornado fang] I lol'd.

Still it could have been worse. He could have added Super Smash Bros. Turbo Ultimate Bitchslap Edition, Wave Race Wii, Pilotwings Wii, Adventures of Link 2, Yoshi's Island 3 & a Nazo no Muramejou & StarTropics revival done by EAD Tokyo & Retro Studios respectively. This would pretty much mean the end for everyone else.

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Gaming / Re: Iwata: "Nintendo’s E3 2009 Software Aimed To Topple PS2"

« on: January 31, 2009, 03:25:39 AM »

Don't we all?

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Comic Jam / Re: CJ999 - SEXY TIME! ( RATED R )

« on: January 31, 2009, 02:57:01 AM »

It's not that bad Sakura, besides at least you've got something going for your character.

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Gaming / Re: Sonic Unleashed

« on: January 31, 2009, 01:12:41 AM »

Just stopping by to say that the sound guys at Sonic Team are too damn talented. Seriously, I've been listening to the Unleashed/World Adventure soundtrack for almost a straight day. Skyscraper Scamper Day is like one of the best post Sonic CD JPN songs I've ever heard in the series.

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Gaming / Re: Iwata: "Nintendo’s E3 2009 Software Aimed To Topple PS2"

« on: January 31, 2009, 01:07:06 AM »

Good luck trying to beat 10 years of great title after great title after great title, in 12-24 months, with a console which most successful games top the usual Mario and Zelda with "Wii Music/Sports/Play"

While I see your point, I can see it happening  especially since the Wii is supposed to last for quite some time (not 10 years, imo but close). I can't see it happening in a 1 - 2 year timespan of course, unless they like buy the world.

What's more incredible is E3 becoming relevant again, though.

You aren't the only one man. After E3 2006, then the abysmal '07 - '08, and with people saying they want to come out swinging there again, it's like a time to rejoice.

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Gaming / Re: Iwata: "Nintendo’s E3 2009 Software Aimed To Topple PS2"

« on: January 31, 2009, 12:51:26 AM »

Topple PS2 sales? Fat chance.


Well actually, how long did it take PS2 to garner its massive mountain of moved copies?

Also this "software" thing reminds me of that autoplay/video walkthrough/etc patent that was being discussed some time back, now where did that go..
ah, here we are

Dunno really as it's still moving units worldwide. What I'm more interested in is the idea that the PS2 had one year where it suddenly became "THE" system to everyone with a tremendous turnout of games. If the Wii is truly in the same situation, I'd just like a glimpse inside the candy box to know what kinds of games we can expect.

Then again, all of this random hope could all be dashed instantly if I keep reminding myself that this is a PR piece. Still though, it's all pretty intriguing stuff.

Zelda 09 is extremely possible. They claimed they've been working on it, Wii yet lacks an exclusive Zelda title, and the new gaming concept announced recently which included that veeeeery ominous piece of conept art almost give it away.

I'm beginning to think that it's more than being worked on at this point. There are just too many subtle hints that when combined with this release make it seem almost given.

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Gaming / Iwata: "Nintendo’s E3 2009 Software Aimed To Topple PS2"

« on: January 31, 2009, 12:46:31 AM »

First off guys, careful, I've changed this topic's main focus from debate to ponder. (That re-worked Toy Story quote didn't work like how I wanted it to.)

OK, as stated in the topic title, President of NCL Satoru Iwata was recently quoted stating that while Wii & DS sales have been nothing short of "so awesome", he still feels that there are numerous field goals left for Nintendo to try and reach with their products. After last year and the somewhat lackluster state of game releases after anticipated hits such as Mario Kart Wii & Super Smash Bros. Brawl, as well as the launch of Wii Fit & Wii Music for the more open minded expanded audiences, gamers were left on a pretty long dry spell in terms of big time Nintendo efforts last year. This is however all in the past as the Nintendo president stated in a recent press release that it is going to be the sales of Nintendo branded software that going to push Wii sales (both software and hardware) this year and in the future to well beyond PS2 levels.

Now then, ignoring the blatant Nintendo fan in me for a second and thinking as a rational human being, this statement sounded like utter nonsense to me for half of a minute. I mean, I know Nintendo is capable of some truly top class stuff, they are my favorite developer and game company after all, but to say that they have software planned and in development to topple the absurdly diverse and amazing PS2 library starting this year?

Come ooooonnnn.

Then, Iwata delivered a line true to the zen-like confidence he has in his company:

[...]Wii still has much more room for expansion. We can expect more sales of software in the next fiscal year than in the current year. With what kind of software is Nintendo going to achieve this goal? Well, it will be shown at E3 to be held in the U.S. this June.

Ladies and gentlemen, start your pondering. I'm personally expecting a Zelda '09 now.

With my part said and done now, RPM, discuss.

- Link to the article is here -

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Forum Games / Re: Praise the above poster!

« on: January 31, 2009, 12:20:31 AM »

Continues this chain of praise with the three of us.

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Gaming / Re: What would Mario RPG be like if Nintendo and Square made it today?

« on: January 31, 2009, 12:17:24 AM »

That hat looks [tornado fang]ing awesome.

I gotta say, I kinda agree.

EDIT - The name of the game would probably be "The Kingdom Ends With You" for shits and giggles.

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Forum Games / Re: Praise the above poster!

« on: January 31, 2009, 12:16:18 AM »

Continues to spread the MadWorld love.

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Off The Wall / Re: The Accomplishments Thread! (Inflate your Ego Redux)

« on: January 31, 2009, 12:15:32 AM »

I'm finding inspiration everywhere and finally getting somewhere with my random and spastic game ideas.

PS:

LOL to the highest.

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Gaming / Re: The "What are you currently playing?" Thread

« on: January 31, 2009, 12:11:52 AM »

More Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia here. I really need to learn how to devote more time to my DS backlog.

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Forum Games / Re: Praise the above poster!

« on: January 31, 2009, 12:06:39 AM »

@Tai - Has no idea how devilish I can be without a Final Smash.
@Vixy - Helped me (along with the rest of you RPMers) to branch out with my gaming tastes.

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Forum Games / Re: Praise the above poster!

« on: January 31, 2009, 12:02:13 AM »

...

Has equaled me in my rabid love for SMB3.

Edit - Actually not, she legally played all the e-Reader stages. *shakes fist at NoA for not releasing & canning some of the complete set in America*

Also, plays a mean Kirby.

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Forum Games / Re: Praise the above poster!

« on: January 30, 2009, 11:39:32 PM »

Perhaps the only person who could love Super Mario Bros. 3 more than I do.

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Gaming / Re: Super Smash Bros. Thread

« on: January 30, 2009, 05:30:22 AM »

Alright, done with homework.

Jelly, where you at?

Here, but I think I'm going to have to postpone our matches for tonight. I'm kinda talking with a lady friend I haven't heard from in quite some time.

Edit - Actually, if you can hang around for about 30 minutes or so, I'd gladly Brawl with ya.

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Gaming / Re: Super Smash Bros. Thread

« on: January 30, 2009, 04:19:53 AM »

See, this is why I hate homework. I've got a nastier Falco and no time to play.

Nastier you say? This I'd love to see. I'm still playing my straightforward game but you wouldn't believe how much someone picks up when playing against a pro. Needless to say, I love improving.

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Gaming / Re: Super Smash Bros. Thread

« on: January 30, 2009, 04:10:34 AM »

Well guys, I'd love to join in with the rest of you all, but I'm currently in the middle of a big download. I wouldn't want that to interfere much. Will you all be Brawling until later tonight?

Also, fear teh new and improved Marth.

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Gaming / Re: Sonic Unleashed OST Leaked

« on: January 30, 2009, 03:17:31 AM »

Told you it'd happen almost immediately.

Let me tell you, some of the tracks have new arrangements, like Jungle Joyride Night... and those arrangements made the in-game ones sound so crap in comparison. Other than that, it's your standard OST.

Get it while it's hot

[tornado fang]. YES. You just made my day thank you...

Booklet scans are included too for the art whores.

 

(Just playing. )