Typically fighting games. The first was SFII on Super Famicom. But I also had the KoFs and SF Alphas on PlayStation, Saturn and Dreamcast.
In the 16-bit days, though, it was definitely niche - typically because a new import SNES game would run you £80-£100, or more for the most sought-after releases. And that's before you deal with convincing parents to send cheques overseas, or to your local shady bedroom importer.
In the PS2 era, I had an NTSC console, so most of my games were imports. Then I had a JPN Cube for a bit, so same deal. Around this time is when it became much more commonplace, with the advent of the internet and eBay.
I love that they did that basic initial sketch and, with barely any tweaking, made an instantly recognisable gaming icon for the next 25 years - even appearing in a Hollywood series
The Rare farmhouse years always make for an awesome read. I also like Marvel licensors being so hands-off here. Like, 'Yeah, make a Spider-Man game, whatevs"
@Arcadia_Official
No, Life’s too short to rage bait anybody.
I was referring to the core 32-bit processor rather than the console’s overall infrastructure. I probably should’ve reconsidered how it might be interpreted, but Coulda Woulda Shoulda. Regardless, I’ve rewritten the line for the sake of keeping the peace.
Appreciate everyone’s feedback and time. Not just here, but over the past month. It’s really not easy starting out at a new site and having to write for an entirely new community, and I appreciate ya’ll’s welcome x
Capcom were scared of Akira Yuki, as we all should be.
Hopefully, the developers earned a lot of experience from the project and will siphon that into something cool of their own. Definitely a crew worth keeping an eye on.
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Re: Following 'Millions' of Computations, a Coder Is Convinced They've Deciphered the Mysterious Plaque in Super Mario 64
@Glassneedles Bonechilling News
Re: Ghostbusters II Fans Unite! This New Mod Brings Its Commodore Amiga Tie-In Closer To The Original Film
@JackGYarwood
The subheader IS the best line in the film, though. Very funny.
Re: Ghostbusters II Fans Unite! This New Mod Brings Its Commodore Amiga Tie-In Closer To The Original Film
"Ghostbusters II Fans Unite!"
Both of 'em.
Re: Playdate Owners Urged To Update Firmware Before Certificate Expiration On October 15
@Guru_Larry Seems it has to be over WiFi on the device.
It won’t be unsalvageable if you miss the deadline, there are still options but they are just supposedly more cumbersome
Re: Poll: Have You Ever Imported A Video Game?
Typically fighting games. The first was SFII on Super Famicom. But I also had the KoFs and SF Alphas on PlayStation, Saturn and Dreamcast.
In the 16-bit days, though, it was definitely niche - typically because a new import SNES game would run you £80-£100, or more for the most sought-after releases. And that's before you deal with convincing parents to send cheques overseas, or to your local shady bedroom importer.
In the PS2 era, I had an NTSC console, so most of my games were imports. Then I had a JPN Cube for a bit, so same deal. Around this time is when it became much more commonplace, with the advent of the internet and eBay.
Re: 1990 Bubble Bobble Clone Snow Bros. Is Getting a New Physical Famicom Release
@16bitGeneration It's a kinder phrase than 'rip-off', I guess.
Not saying it's a bad thing. But its undeniable.
Re: Bubble Bobble 4 Friends: The Baron Is Back! Is Getting A Physical Edition On Nintendo Switch 2
@Krambo42 I reached out about this, but yet to hear back. The tiny print on the case seems to suggest so.
Re: Sega Is Resurrecting 'House Of The Dead' In Arcades Using VR
Don't care who it is, no one's gonna get away with this.
Re: Newly Discovered Metal Gear Solid 2 Boss Skip Commits The Cardinal Sin Of Avoiding Olga
@Norintha Par for the course with Kojima
Re: Where's My Robot Jox Video Game, Dammit?
God bless Empire Pictures
Re: Random: Warning! This Paw Patrol Toy Might Inadvertently Trigger Nostalgic Feelings About The Dreamcast
@Razieluigi lol
Re: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Fanmade Master System Project Still Alive, With A Demo Potentially On The Way
I can't believe this is MS. I woulda done anything for this as a kid.
Re: "May She Rest In Peace" - Fan Translator Eien ni Hen Has Passed Away
Sad news. Thank you for your contributions to gaming history.
Rest in peace.
Re: Super Bomberman Collection Physical Edition Available Now on PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch
@Moroboshi876 The Switch 1 cart requires a download for Panic Bomber only . It should be included on the Switch 2 cart
Re: Super Bomberman Collection Physical Edition Available Now on PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch
@Fighting_Game_Loser
This has since been confirmed by the publisher. And I appreciate the heads up, thanks
Re: Want To Know More About The Origins Of Vault Boy? This New Video From Fallout's Creator Gets A Thumbs Up From Us
I love that they did that basic initial sketch and, with barely any tweaking, made an instantly recognisable gaming icon for the next 25 years - even appearing in a Hollywood series
Re: "One Of The Finest Coders I'd Worked With" - Tributes Pour In For Star Citizen, Wetrix & Project Gotham Racing Dev, David Bone Gill
Sad news. Rest in Peace, David. Love to all his friends and family
Re: "A Piece Of N64 History, No Longer Lost" - Unreleased Title 'Kaminari no Gotoku: Choukousoku Igo' Found & Preserved
D'yall remember Vice Versas? This reminds me of Vice Versas.
https://www.reddit.com/media?url=https%3A%2F%2Fi.redd.it%2Fttwm6jcz9n8a1.jpg
Re: Secret Base Video Shows Battletoads x Double Dragon Gaiden Crossover That Never Happened
@Zeebor15 ngl I thought that too. Can only assume some statute of limitations has passed or something.
Re: Star Wars Trilogy Arcade Dreamcast Fan Port Receives Demo Alongside Discl-Ai-mer
@Hengeste
Thanks for saying so, that means a lot. Glad you enjoy the site and grateful to have you in the community
Re: The Making Of: Rare's Amazing Spider-Man - "I Hadn't Seen Or Heard Of A Game Boy Before"
The Rare farmhouse years always make for an awesome read. I also like Marvel licensors being so hands-off here. Like, 'Yeah, make a Spider-Man game, whatevs"
Re: Fan Project Offers A New Hope For Sega Star Wars Trilogy Arcade On Dreamcast
@Arcadia_Official
No, Life’s too short to rage bait anybody.
I was referring to the core 32-bit processor rather than the console’s overall infrastructure. I probably should’ve reconsidered how it might be interpreted, but Coulda Woulda Shoulda. Regardless, I’ve rewritten the line for the sake of keeping the peace.
Appreciate everyone’s feedback and time. Not just here, but over the past month. It’s really not easy starting out at a new site and having to write for an entirely new community, and I appreciate ya’ll’s welcome x
Re: Fan Project Offers A New Hope For Sega Star Wars Trilogy Arcade On Dreamcast
@CookieByte Nah, I’m not. Im aware of the existence of both separate games on both individual platforms, but appreciate the heads up.
Re: Fan Project Offers A New Hope For Sega Star Wars Trilogy Arcade On Dreamcast
@Robcmyk Good spot, thanks. Curse Friday afternoon fatigue.
Re: 'Reason & Rhyme' Is An Upcoming 3D Puzzle Game For Steam "Heavily Inspired" By The DSi's Flipnote Studio
This is delightful.
Re: The Battle Arena Toshinden Trilogy Is Coming To Modern Platforms
i nevah gibup
Re: Scientific Research Concludes Playing Super Mario 64 Literally Expands Your Brain
@-wc- PhD School of Guessing. Masters: Google Search.
https://media.tenor.com/MLOqIYpm934AAAAM/bubble-pipe-bart.gif
Re: New Virtua Fighter 32X Project Brings HD Polish To Sega's Groundbreaking Port
@sp_testure Good to see you, sp 🖤
Re: 'Sega VS Capcom' Fan Project Shut Down For "Using Capcom's Characters & Likeness"
Capcom were scared of Akira Yuki, as we all should be.
Hopefully, the developers earned a lot of experience from the project and will siphon that into something cool of their own. Definitely a crew worth keeping an eye on.