@smoreon With the footnote that Ape Escape 2 is not optimized well for PS5 and has a lot of issues sadly (and on a personal level, I'm less of a fan of the PAL dub, which is what the PS4/5 got in the states for some reason...probably licensing).
The triggers mirroring the current Xbox controllers is a huge negative for me, as is a clicky d-pad. Changing the round silver middle button to a bland white oval is also unfortunate. Luckily replacement analogue sticks for original 360 controllers are cheap, so I'm sticking to keeping my original remotes alive with those, and using the Hyperkin Xenon for PC.
Strongly considering this one! I'm one of the few that actually like Tank! Tank! Tank! (Wii U) despite its issues. I wonder how well my Mario Kart steering wheel/pedals will work with this 🤩
I'm excited to give this a shot, even if it is mediocre! Growing up as a Bebop fan, I really wanted to import a copy back in the day, but didn't have the know-how to play imports at the time.
@Guru_Larry I'm pretty sure there's localized box art for a US version online, sadly it was cancelled.
A kitbash indeed. I've always been of the mind that instead of listing your gaming inspirations outright, let your work speak for itself and have the fans make those connections instead. Nonetheless, I dig the visual style.
@HammerGalladeBro Both! It's a fan translation that emulates the GC localization as close as possible while also making little adjustments when necessary (as the text field for Japanese characters doesn't always allow the localized text to fit 1-to-1). The fan that made it really took their time with it, a true passion project.
@HammerGalladeBro You definitely got all of the examples I can think of off the cuff! I suppose with these handhelds using DS emulation, there might be a built-in sleep mode button toggle or menu function that could work in a similar fashion, but that's up to the emulation tools for sure.
Yeah, no stylus integration and smaller screens make this a hard pass. I'll stick to my actual DS/3DS hardware. @BulkSlash Technically the system is just going into Sleep Mode for those functions, which is how the standard 2DS got around that limitation. I wouldn't expect this thing to have a sleep mode switch though...
Bubble Man! Still my favorite robot master bgm (next to Skull Man), and his design is solid. Trying to resist the urge to add more clutter to my shelf 😫
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Re: Best Of 2025: The Making Of Ape Escape, Sony's Groundbreaking Platformer That Unlocked The DualShock's Potential
@smoreon With the footnote that Ape Escape 2 is not optimized well for PS5 and has a lot of issues sadly (and on a personal level, I'm less of a fan of the PAL dub, which is what the PS4/5 got in the states for some reason...probably licensing).
Re: This Bonkers Retro Handheld Has A Physical "Performance Dial"
I uh...I mean that's uh...well...yeah I can't see the reasoning on this one 🤔
Re: The 8BitDo 64 Controller Is Set To Get A Colourful New Update Next Year
I was just looking at my all-black model of this controller the other day, wishing it had properly-colored buttons 😮💨 Oh well!
Re: Review: Retro Fighters Hunter 360 - The Perfect Replacement For Your Battered Original
The triggers mirroring the current Xbox controllers is a huge negative for me, as is a clicky d-pad. Changing the round silver middle button to a bland white oval is also unfortunate. Luckily replacement analogue sticks for original 360 controllers are cheap, so I'm sticking to keeping my original remotes alive with those, and using the Hyperkin Xenon for PC.
Re: Namco's 1996 Coin-Op Tokyo Wars Is Coming To Consoles For The First Time Ever
Strongly considering this one! I'm one of the few that actually like Tank! Tank! Tank! (Wii U) despite its issues. I wonder how well my Mario Kart steering wheel/pedals will work with this 🤩
Re: Gunpei Yokoi's WonderSwan Is Getting A New Flash Cart, The Nileswan
The SwanCrystal is one of my most desired handheld consoles for years now. This flash cart may be exactly the push I need to import one...
Re: PS2 Japanese Exclusive 'Cowboy Bebop: Serenade Of Reminiscence' Now Playable In English
I'm excited to give this a shot, even if it is mediocre! Growing up as a Bebop fan, I really wanted to import a copy back in the day, but didn't have the know-how to play imports at the time.
@Guru_Larry I'm pretty sure there's localized box art for a US version online, sadly it was cancelled.
Re: "We're Going For A Cross Between Mega Man X, Gunstar Heroes, & Kirby 64" - This Upcoming Indie Platformer Deserves To Be On Your Radar
A kitbash indeed. I've always been of the mind that instead of listing your gaming inspirations outright, let your work speak for itself and have the fans make those connections instead. Nonetheless, I dig the visual style.
Re: The Making Of: Chibi-Robo - How Miyamoto Saved A Cult Hit From The Scrapheap
@HammerGalladeBro Both! It's a fan translation that emulates the GC localization as close as possible while also making little adjustments when necessary (as the text field for Japanese characters doesn't always allow the localized text to fit 1-to-1). The fan that made it really took their time with it, a true passion project.
Re: Review: MagicX Zero 40 - Come For Nintendo DS Emulation, Stay for TATE Coin-Ops
@HammerGalladeBro You definitely got all of the examples I can think of off the cuff! I suppose with these handhelds using DS emulation, there might be a built-in sleep mode button toggle or menu function that could work in a similar fashion, but that's up to the emulation tools for sure.
Re: Review: MagicX Zero 40 - Come For Nintendo DS Emulation, Stay for TATE Coin-Ops
Yeah, no stylus integration and smaller screens make this a hard pass. I'll stick to my actual DS/3DS hardware.
@BulkSlash Technically the system is just going into Sleep Mode for those functions, which is how the standard 2DS got around that limitation. I wouldn't expect this thing to have a sleep mode switch though...
Re: The Making Of: Chibi-Robo - How Miyamoto Saved A Cult Hit From The Scrapheap
@kantaroo Several years late here but yes there's a very nice English translation patch for the Wii port! Definitely worth a look.
Re: Jada Toys' Mega Man Wave 3 Is Finally Available To Pre-Order
Bubble Man! Still my favorite robot master bgm (next to Skull Man), and his design is solid. Trying to resist the urge to add more clutter to my shelf 😫
Re: Intellivision Admits Its Wii-Like Amico Console May Never See Release
Not too surprised. Now let's see Earthworm Jim 4 on Switch!
Re: Intellivision's Amico Is Shaping Up To Be The Most 'Nintendo' Non-Nintendo System Ever
If this thing is for you, more power to you. I will never prefer to play games using an iPod as a controller.
Re: Best Of 2020: The Making Of Star Fox Command
How was playing this to on Wii U? I'd consider giving it a go on the big screen if it's worth the $10-or so download.