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Posted by wolfqueen001 on May 17, 2008 at 04:19 PM:
There. I edited it and added two paragraphs related to combat. I have a feeling they're not that great and didn't come out that well or anything, and they may have even made the review worse as well as long, but at least the explanation's there. I guess.
I'm hoping that weird glitch thing didn't happen again, though I didn't see anything funny with it this time.
There. I edited it and added two paragraphs related to combat. I have a feeling they're not that great and didn't come out that well or anything, and they may have even made the review worse as well as long, but at least the explanation's there. I guess.
I'm hoping that weird glitch thing didn't happen again, though I didn't see anything funny with it this time.
Posted by wolfqueen001 on May 17, 2008 at 02:38 PM:
Thanks, Felix. I could explain battle here, but it'd probably be better in the review. I was considering adding it in somewhere before I subbed it... but... I was having trouble figuring out where best to put it in without messing up current flow. I will tell you that it's nothing like Pokemon at all, unless you consider that each Digimon can only use three techs at a time.
As for the lesser minor things, I'll look those over, too. Granted, I kind of liked how I worded some of those things, or at least the "body napping" example, but if it affects cohesiveness and comprehension, then my preferences don't really matter.
Thanks again.
Thanks, Felix. I could explain battle here, but it'd probably be better in the review. I was considering adding it in somewhere before I subbed it... but... I was having trouble figuring out where best to put it in without messing up current flow. I will tell you that it's nothing like Pokemon at all, unless you consider that each Digimon can only use three techs at a time.
As for the lesser minor things, I'll look those over, too. Granted, I kind of liked how I worded some of those things, or at least the "body napping" example, but if it affects cohesiveness and comprehension, then my preferences don't really matter.
Thanks again.
Posted by Felix_Arabia on May 17, 2008 at 02:07 PM:
This is a nice effort. I know I wouldn’t like this game, but it’s obvious that this is one of those games that has sentimental value to you. So it’s great that you can still talk about how you like it despite all the tedium you have to go through.
With that said, I am curious on how the actual battles play out. I don’t think you explicitly covered them. Are they like Pokemon battles, or do these engagements contain more panache? Are they in real time or turn-based? I’d like to know that because I think it’s a pretty important thing and it’ll give you some room to highlight anything cool that happens in combat. Since the game has been so important to you, there obviously must be at least one standout example you could use for discussing battle mechanics. I think it could be a cool addition.
Also, you might want to think about rewording a few sentences. I found the wording to be funny in the below examples. But not in the ‘ha ha’ sort of way, unfortunately.
You may find the actual phenomenon of time passing rather quickly occasionally . . .
The consecutive adverbs sound strange together.
Patience is a virtue because in order to secure the loyalty of these prior denizens, you must frequently engage in an activity whose repetition may soon have a body napping in a matter of hours.
I get what you’re saying in this sentence, but it reads awkwardly. “[A]ctivty whose” and “body napping” are the main offenders. The transition from that to the next paragraph, which starts out with a sentence fragment, is a bit jarring, too.
Raised properly and trained well, your initially pathetically weak . . .
Again, the two consecutive adverbs just sound weird together. The good thing is that these things I pointed out should be very easy and quick to correct.
This is a nice effort. I know I wouldn’t like this game, but it’s obvious that this is one of those games that has sentimental value to you. So it’s great that you can still talk about how you like it despite all the tedium you have to go through.
With that said, I am curious on how the actual battles play out. I don’t think you explicitly covered them. Are they like Pokemon battles, or do these engagements contain more panache? Are they in real time or turn-based? I’d like to know that because I think it’s a pretty important thing and it’ll give you some room to highlight anything cool that happens in combat. Since the game has been so important to you, there obviously must be at least one standout example you could use for discussing battle mechanics. I think it could be a cool addition.
Also, you might want to think about rewording a few sentences. I found the wording to be funny in the below examples. But not in the ‘ha ha’ sort of way, unfortunately.
You may find the actual phenomenon of time passing rather quickly occasionally . . .
The consecutive adverbs sound strange together.
Patience is a virtue because in order to secure the loyalty of these prior denizens, you must frequently engage in an activity whose repetition may soon have a body napping in a matter of hours.
I get what you’re saying in this sentence, but it reads awkwardly. “[A]ctivty whose” and “body napping” are the main offenders. The transition from that to the next paragraph, which starts out with a sentence fragment, is a bit jarring, too.
Raised properly and trained well, your initially pathetically weak . . .
Again, the two consecutive adverbs just sound weird together. The good thing is that these things I pointed out should be very easy and quick to correct.
Posted by wolfqueen001 on May 17, 2008 at 12:59 PM:
Thanks Suskie. Wow, that was really strange, though. I didn't even notice it until you pointed it out... It seemed to copy like I were taking it from an e-mail or something, where it doesn't recognize the apostrophe, quotation marks or ellipses. It's very strange. Maybe it has something to do with the word procesor on this computer or the fact I had to copy it to a CD first. I don't know. Either way, it's fixed now; I think I got them all... if I missed any, feel free to point them out.
Man, that was weird... o.o Guess I'll just have to keep an eye out for that next time.
Anyway, you liked the thing as a whole? I didn't think it was that great... I dunno. I feel like I missed some stuff, but I really wanted to get this one done, and I think it's a lot better than the original draft, so I'm happy enough, I suppose.
Thanks Suskie. Wow, that was really strange, though. I didn't even notice it until you pointed it out... It seemed to copy like I were taking it from an e-mail or something, where it doesn't recognize the apostrophe, quotation marks or ellipses. It's very strange. Maybe it has something to do with the word procesor on this computer or the fact I had to copy it to a CD first. I don't know. Either way, it's fixed now; I think I got them all... if I missed any, feel free to point them out.
Man, that was weird... o.o Guess I'll just have to keep an eye out for that next time.
Anyway, you liked the thing as a whole? I didn't think it was that great... I dunno. I feel like I missed some stuff, but I really wanted to get this one done, and I think it's a lot better than the original draft, so I'm happy enough, I suppose.
Posted by shotgunnova on May 17, 2008 at 08:04 AM:
Finally getting some ATL2 done after being sick for the last four days.
Finally getting some ATL2 done after being sick for the last four days.
Posted by arkrex on May 17, 2008 at 04:08 AM:
Oh cool, I got it. Thanks dude.
Is there anyway to fix this problem, though? Honestgamer? Any ideas? Or has this glitch always been present without a solution?
Oh cool, I got it. Thanks dude.
Is there anyway to fix this problem, though? Honestgamer? Any ideas? Or has this glitch always been present without a solution?
Posted by Felix_Arabia on May 17, 2008 at 03:08 AM:
Thanks! It's not related to Panzer Dragoon Saga as a whole. Each Panzer game, from the original to Orta, is unique in and of itself. Sure, you fly a dragon and play as whichever game's heroes, but the games are largely independent of each other.
Thanks! It's not related to Panzer Dragoon Saga as a whole. Each Panzer game, from the original to Orta, is unique in and of itself. Sure, you fly a dragon and play as whichever game's heroes, but the games are largely independent of each other.
Posted by sashanan on May 17, 2008 at 01:55 AM:
I reckon the only reason why the Wii is outselling even the DS now is that everybody already has it.
I reckon the only reason why the Wii is outselling even the DS now is that everybody already has it.
Posted by bluberry on May 17, 2008 at 12:59 AM:
the layout is fucked up and doesn't show enough archive pages. like if there are options for [01][02][03] at the bottom of your blog, there's also an [04] that you can get to by manually changing the URL.
the layout is fucked up and doesn't show enough archive pages. like if there are options for [01][02][03] at the bottom of your blog, there's also an [04] that you can get to by manually changing the URL.
Posted by darkstarripclaw on May 16, 2008 at 11:13 PM:
I think that for whatever reason his ' key was replaced with f, or something occurred while being uploaded.
I think that for whatever reason his ' key was replaced with f, or something occurred while being uploaded.
Posted by zanzard on May 16, 2008 at 10:18 PM:
Thank you all for the feedback!
Lesson learned: no more small paragraphs!
Thank you all for the feedback!
Lesson learned: no more small paragraphs!
Posted by Suskie on May 16, 2008 at 10:03 PM:
This is a good review and everything, but, um... Read over it again. I think you missed a few, uh, typos. Especially in that last paragraph.
This is a good review and everything, but, um... Read over it again. I think you missed a few, uh, typos. Especially in that last paragraph.
Posted by arkrex on May 16, 2008 at 08:11 PM:
Hey fellas
I recently posted my Top 10 lists on my blog. All good apart from the fact that my earlier entries have disappeared? They don't seem to be archived anywhere that I can find either. Any help?
Hey fellas
I recently posted my Top 10 lists on my blog. All good apart from the fact that my earlier entries have disappeared? They don't seem to be archived anywhere that I can find either. Any help?
Posted by jiggs on May 16, 2008 at 07:13 PM:
that's 2 months in a row now that wii has sold over 700,000 units. a paltry 180k for both X360 & PS3...
i think this is the first time Nintendo has outsold the other two systems combined but sell more than two times as many. they usually equal the number or go a little over. man that's sad for sony and microsoft
that's 2 months in a row now that wii has sold over 700,000 units. a paltry 180k for both X360 & PS3...
i think this is the first time Nintendo has outsold the other two systems combined but sell more than two times as many. they usually equal the number or go a little over. man that's sad for sony and microsoft
Posted by wolfqueen001 on May 16, 2008 at 06:37 PM:
Dude. This review was awesome. Or at least I thought so. I'm surprised no one else said anything yet.
Now, this is connected to PDS somehow, right? I think we talked about this before, but I can't remember everything. The world and situation seems familiar, though. And you seemed to have made a comparison to it in the review, I think, which was a little confusing but didn't really harm it as a whole.
I really want to play these games. Wish I had a Saturn. Something tells me emulating these wouldn't be appropriate.
Dude. This review was awesome. Or at least I thought so. I'm surprised no one else said anything yet.
Now, this is connected to PDS somehow, right? I think we talked about this before, but I can't remember everything. The world and situation seems familiar, though. And you seemed to have made a comparison to it in the review, I think, which was a little confusing but didn't really harm it as a whole.
I really want to play these games. Wish I had a Saturn. Something tells me emulating these wouldn't be appropriate.
Posted by genj on May 16, 2008 at 12:59 AM:
Naruto's clothes are supposed to resemble Goku's from Dragon Ball because the Naruto guy has a huge boner for Akira Toriyama.
Naruto's clothes are supposed to resemble Goku's from Dragon Ball because the Naruto guy has a huge boner for Akira Toriyama.
Posted by darkstarripclaw on May 15, 2008 at 07:40 PM:
Damn work that keeps coming up.
Another two to four hours and I could be done this walkthrough. Grr.
Damn work that keeps coming up.
Another two to four hours and I could be done this walkthrough. Grr.
Posted by georox on May 15, 2008 at 05:25 PM:
The only things D3 should be doing is an EDF sequel and bringing Oneechanbara to the US, not Naruto.
The only things D3 should be doing is an EDF sequel and bringing Oneechanbara to the US, not Naruto.
Posted by darkstarripclaw on May 15, 2008 at 05:20 PM:
Hey maybe they will not completely cut out content this time.
Hey maybe they will not completely cut out content this time.
Posted by sashanan on May 14, 2008 at 11:53 PM:
*test post* Wonder if this will reveal my previous post that's visible if you read the news article but not in this thread?
Edit: nope, it doesn't. Ooh, ghost post.
*test post* Wonder if this will reveal my previous post that's visible if you read the news article but not in this thread?
Edit: nope, it doesn't. Ooh, ghost post.
Posted by georox on May 14, 2008 at 08:28 PM:
Gotta be a good looking female reviewer out there somewhere, the question is WHO IN THEIR RIGHT MIND would pose in a swimsuit for a gaming site full of horny (possibly old) men ready to make crude comments?
Gotta be a good looking female reviewer out there somewhere, the question is WHO IN THEIR RIGHT MIND would pose in a swimsuit for a gaming site full of horny (possibly old) men ready to make crude comments?
Posted by georox on May 14, 2008 at 08:28 PM:
Gotta be a good looking female reviewer out there somewhere, the question is WHO IN THEIR RIGHT MIND would pose in a swimsuit for a gaming site full of horny (possibly old) men ready to make crude comments?
Gotta be a good looking female reviewer out there somewhere, the question is WHO IN THEIR RIGHT MIND would pose in a swimsuit for a gaming site full of horny (possibly old) men ready to make crude comments?
Posted by georox on May 14, 2008 at 08:28 PM:
I see D3 and click without reading the rest.. FAIL! Why can't they bring what I want here.. >_>
I see D3 and click without reading the rest.. FAIL! Why can't they bring what I want here.. >_>
Posted by honestgamer on May 14, 2008 at 06:38 PM:
I'm not sure how many reviewers I'd want to see in swimsuits from ANY site, but the number has to be somewhere in the neighborhood of 0.
I'm not sure how many reviewers I'd want to see in swimsuits from ANY site, but the number has to be somewhere in the neighborhood of 0.
Posted by disco1960 on May 14, 2008 at 04:01 PM:
I hope it's a swimsuit competition. Because... I would be absolutely terrible at that.
I hope it's a swimsuit competition. Because... I would be absolutely terrible at that.
Posted by sashanan on May 14, 2008 at 01:30 PM:
I've has skiing lessons once in Bavaria. Before each lesson we were to raise one of those sticks (do they have a proper name?) in the air and shout "Ski Heil". I wish I was kidding.
I've has skiing lessons once in Bavaria. Before each lesson we were to raise one of those sticks (do they have a proper name?) in the air and shout "Ski Heil". I wish I was kidding.
Posted by georox on May 13, 2008 at 10:57 PM:
In other news, it turns out Namco Bandai wanted to call it Wii Ski, but where informed only the cool kids can use Wii.
In other news, it turns out Namco Bandai wanted to call it Wii Ski, but where informed only the cool kids can use Wii.
Posted by Felix_Arabia on May 13, 2008 at 10:24 PM:
I distinctly recall getting pretty far with Team Sonic or whatever they call themselves, and I enjoyed most of that portion more or less. I couldn't stand the other three teams. This was disappointing, as I had high hopes for Charmy the Bee and all the other doots at Team Chaotix.
Amy's team just sucked. A lot.
I distinctly recall getting pretty far with Team Sonic or whatever they call themselves, and I enjoyed most of that portion more or less. I couldn't stand the other three teams. This was disappointing, as I had high hopes for Charmy the Bee and all the other doots at Team Chaotix.
Amy's team just sucked. A lot.
Posted by sashanan on May 13, 2008 at 09:50 PM:
Why would one need a screensaver on the DS? You can just close it.
Why would one need a screensaver on the DS? You can just close it.
Posted by pickhut on May 13, 2008 at 09:42 PM:
Come on... you know you wanna play as Cream.
And Amy.
Especially Big the Cat.
Come on... you know you wanna play as Cream.
And Amy.
Especially Big the Cat.
Posted by Suskie on May 13, 2008 at 09:18 PM:
It would have helped if Myst had been a good game to begin with.
It would have helped if Myst had been a good game to begin with.
Posted by darkstarripclaw on May 13, 2008 at 08:00 PM:
Word from overseas (having already released in Europe) says it is a poor port. I will have to hear some more opinions before making a decision on this one.
Word from overseas (having already released in Europe) says it is a poor port. I will have to hear some more opinions before making a decision on this one.
Posted by Felix_Arabia on May 13, 2008 at 04:49 PM:
Watching this video makes me want to play Sonic Heroes . . . if only for the first level.
Watching this video makes me want to play Sonic Heroes . . . if only for the first level.
Posted by wolfqueen001 on May 13, 2008 at 10:54 AM:
Wow. Can't believe I missed this. Hate being 'net deprived for so long...
Anyway, thanks a lot guys! To Felix, I'll say: I didn't really like the review as much as Rainbow Islands, either, but it works, I guess, as attested to by my placement, so I feel a bit better about it. Thanks to boo and EmP for looking this over, too.
Congratulations to the other winners and contestants as well.
Wow. Can't believe I missed this. Hate being 'net deprived for so long...
Anyway, thanks a lot guys! To Felix, I'll say: I didn't really like the review as much as Rainbow Islands, either, but it works, I guess, as attested to by my placement, so I feel a bit better about it. Thanks to boo and EmP for looking this over, too.
Congratulations to the other winners and contestants as well.
Posted by wolfqueen001 on May 13, 2008 at 10:32 AM:
Wow... Sorry guys. I would've had one up last week, but moving out circumstances and all that (read blog) prevented me from doing so. ...plus technically I didn't finish the review until Sunday. >_>
Congrats to the winners nonetheless. Light as it was. There was still competition for ranking, anyway.
Wow... Sorry guys. I would've had one up last week, but moving out circumstances and all that (read blog) prevented me from doing so. ...plus technically I didn't finish the review until Sunday. >_>
Congrats to the winners nonetheless. Light as it was. There was still competition for ranking, anyway.
Posted by georox on May 12, 2008 at 08:05 PM:
[quote]You should know by now that I don't modify my systems, Geo![/quote]
Why was my name mentioned?
[quote]You should know by now that I don't modify my systems, Geo![/quote]
Why was my name mentioned?
Posted by honestgamer on May 12, 2008 at 06:14 PM:
I played through Metal Slug first. I even made it to the third stage before continuing, I think it was, which for me is doing pretty good. Didn't notice any slowdown at all.
For that matter, I had no technical issues to speak of throughout my time with the game, aside from the one moment I mentioned where the bonus stage entrance took forever. That may have been a technical issue. I'm simply not sure. I do know that someone else has played the game and complained about issues, but I didn't have any (or I would have mentioned them in my review, for sure).
I played through Metal Slug first. I even made it to the third stage before continuing, I think it was, which for me is doing pretty good. Didn't notice any slowdown at all.
For that matter, I had no technical issues to speak of throughout my time with the game, aside from the one moment I mentioned where the bonus stage entrance took forever. That may have been a technical issue. I'm simply not sure. I do know that someone else has played the game and complained about issues, but I didn't have any (or I would have mentioned them in my review, for sure).
Posted by Credit_Card on May 12, 2008 at 01:55 PM:
I tell it like I see it. That's the way it should be. Thanks for reading.
I tell it like I see it. That's the way it should be. Thanks for reading.
Posted by Chacranajxy on May 12, 2008 at 09:42 AM:
I just skimmed through the review, but I didn't see anything about how well the games are emulated. Did you have any of the issues with slowdown that sources like IGN talked about? They were prolly playing the beta of the game, so I'm wondering if it's fixed.
I gotta get my hands on this soon, assuming Metal Slug's emulation is spot-on.
I just skimmed through the review, but I didn't see anything about how well the games are emulated. Did you have any of the issues with slowdown that sources like IGN talked about? They were prolly playing the beta of the game, so I'm wondering if it's fixed.
I gotta get my hands on this soon, assuming Metal Slug's emulation is spot-on.
Posted by guts on May 11, 2008 at 11:54 PM:
Yeah that's a good question, the stage one theme of R-Type is probably one of my favorite video game tracks ever.
Yeah that's a good question, the stage one theme of R-Type is probably one of my favorite video game tracks ever.
Posted by darkstarripclaw on May 11, 2008 at 10:44 PM:
Thanks for the placement (although I guess that was mandatory, given circumstances).
In regards to the awkward positioning of my critique of its flaws, I must agree. Part of the reason for putting it where it is was something I pointed out in the review - the gameplay itself is not flawed, but the game built around it is lacking. I was trying to combine the two points at the time, had a difficult time, and ended up separating it.
For shortness and solidness, I take that as a compliment ;). I cannot ever imagine myself as trying to compel emotion out of a review, as it is not really something of my philosophy, so I try to do a damn good job of still getting my reader interested, filling him or her on what the game is about, giving my critical thoughts on the game, and getting out with a conclusion with a resolution before it drags on too long.
Thanks for the placement (although I guess that was mandatory, given circumstances).
In regards to the awkward positioning of my critique of its flaws, I must agree. Part of the reason for putting it where it is was something I pointed out in the review - the gameplay itself is not flawed, but the game built around it is lacking. I was trying to combine the two points at the time, had a difficult time, and ended up separating it.
For shortness and solidness, I take that as a compliment ;). I cannot ever imagine myself as trying to compel emotion out of a review, as it is not really something of my philosophy, so I try to do a damn good job of still getting my reader interested, filling him or her on what the game is about, giving my critical thoughts on the game, and getting out with a conclusion with a resolution before it drags on too long.
Posted by genj on May 11, 2008 at 09:27 PM:
Congrats to felix on the win. Even if he had to review some lame MAINSTREAM game (yuck!).
Congrats to felix on the win. Even if he had to review some lame MAINSTREAM game (yuck!).
Posted by darkstarripclaw on May 11, 2008 at 08:33 PM:
New version going up tomorrow. From the time that I had this weekend, I managed to chip away at about a third of the game and add on 90KB.
New version going up tomorrow. From the time that I had this weekend, I managed to chip away at about a third of the game and add on 90KB.
Posted by Suskie on May 11, 2008 at 08:05 PM:
This is odd. Those of you familiar with our Review of the Week system know that no matter how many reviews a person subs in a given week, he or she can only earn one mention in that RotW. Well, this past week has presented us with the work of a mere three reviewers for a grand total of four reviews. Which means that all three people must be mentioned, regardless of quality. Had our old friend Wolverinefan been one of those people, he would have scored a spot. And I'd have told him the truth: That he got a mention only out of necessity, and not because he has any discernible talent. Because he doesn't.
Anyway. I suppose the overall lack of content I have to deal with can be attributed to OD's comp (which featured a whopping seven entries), or we could blame it on the fact that staff reviews are not eligible. Either way, this was a very light week and I hope -- no, demand -- that my next RotW be a little more engrossing.
SPOILER ALERT: Felix will appear on this list.
Review of the Week: Grand Theft Auto IV (X360) by Felix_Arabia
Easily the most complete and relevant of this week's reviews, as you tackle a game that just released and offers a lot to talk about. This review seems to cater specifically to those familiar with the GTA series, as you spend a lot of time explaining the various additions the game makes to its predecessors, such as the cell phone, the internet, dating, etc. Works for me, but I can imagine those who have never played GTA getting a little lost in all this minor details. I'd cut back a bit on such content and elaborate a little more on the specific examples that you simply skim over, such as the warehouse shootout or the hospital mission. Get more into the core of the game, you know? My only other suggestion is to revise your intro paragraph, which came off feeling pretty generic-sounding and didn't quite pull me in. Otherwise, your strong reviewing voice and struggle to nail all the important aspects of GTA IV made this an easy read despite its length, and since I'm playing through the game right now as well, I found myself nodding. Good work.
First Runner Up: Prism: Light the Way (DS) by darkstarripclaw
Not much to say about this one. Puzzle games aren't very interesting to read about by default, so it's a good thing you kept this one brief and told us only what we need to know, by explaining how the game works, what's wrong with it, and why it might still be worth your money if you're into stuff like this. My only real complaint is that you might want to incorporate your coverage of the game's flaws more naturally into the structure of your review rather than slapping a generic "but the game has a few flaws" paragraph on at the end. This isn't the most exciting review around but it's solid work nonetheless.
Second Runner Up: Metal Slug 3 (Arcade) by Credit_Card
No one could ever make the argument that your reviews lack personality. In fact, I usually think the opposite: That you're trying too hard to come off as energetic and witty, and usually just wind up sounding like a guy who can't be taken seriously. This is most evident in your often juvenile and excessive use of profanity. You would have placed on this list regardless, so at least I'm glad to see that this review is a noticeable improvement over your previous work. Your attitude still kind of bugs me, though. It often felt like you were talking down to me, as if to say I'm an idiot if I don't agree with what you're saying. DE was also right about the review being too long, though I can't say it was ever boring to read. You've definitely got the enthusiasm to sell me on why Metal Slug 3 is so great. Whether or not I want to be taking the advice of the guy writing this is a different story altogether.
Congrats to the winners. You've earned it... I guess.
This is odd. Those of you familiar with our Review of the Week system know that no matter how many reviews a person subs in a given week, he or she can only earn one mention in that RotW. Well, this past week has presented us with the work of a mere three reviewers for a grand total of four reviews. Which means that all three people must be mentioned, regardless of quality. Had our old friend Wolverinefan been one of those people, he would have scored a spot. And I'd have told him the truth: That he got a mention only out of necessity, and not because he has any discernible talent. Because he doesn't.
Anyway. I suppose the overall lack of content I have to deal with can be attributed to OD's comp (which featured a whopping seven entries), or we could blame it on the fact that staff reviews are not eligible. Either way, this was a very light week and I hope -- no, demand -- that my next RotW be a little more engrossing.
SPOILER ALERT: Felix will appear on this list.
Review of the Week: Grand Theft Auto IV (X360) by Felix_Arabia
Easily the most complete and relevant of this week's reviews, as you tackle a game that just released and offers a lot to talk about. This review seems to cater specifically to those familiar with the GTA series, as you spend a lot of time explaining the various additions the game makes to its predecessors, such as the cell phone, the internet, dating, etc. Works for me, but I can imagine those who have never played GTA getting a little lost in all this minor details. I'd cut back a bit on such content and elaborate a little more on the specific examples that you simply skim over, such as the warehouse shootout or the hospital mission. Get more into the core of the game, you know? My only other suggestion is to revise your intro paragraph, which came off feeling pretty generic-sounding and didn't quite pull me in. Otherwise, your strong reviewing voice and struggle to nail all the important aspects of GTA IV made this an easy read despite its length, and since I'm playing through the game right now as well, I found myself nodding. Good work.
First Runner Up: Prism: Light the Way (DS) by darkstarripclaw
Not much to say about this one. Puzzle games aren't very interesting to read about by default, so it's a good thing you kept this one brief and told us only what we need to know, by explaining how the game works, what's wrong with it, and why it might still be worth your money if you're into stuff like this. My only real complaint is that you might want to incorporate your coverage of the game's flaws more naturally into the structure of your review rather than slapping a generic "but the game has a few flaws" paragraph on at the end. This isn't the most exciting review around but it's solid work nonetheless.
Second Runner Up: Metal Slug 3 (Arcade) by Credit_Card
No one could ever make the argument that your reviews lack personality. In fact, I usually think the opposite: That you're trying too hard to come off as energetic and witty, and usually just wind up sounding like a guy who can't be taken seriously. This is most evident in your often juvenile and excessive use of profanity. You would have placed on this list regardless, so at least I'm glad to see that this review is a noticeable improvement over your previous work. Your attitude still kind of bugs me, though. It often felt like you were talking down to me, as if to say I'm an idiot if I don't agree with what you're saying. DE was also right about the review being too long, though I can't say it was ever boring to read. You've definitely got the enthusiasm to sell me on why Metal Slug 3 is so great. Whether or not I want to be taking the advice of the guy writing this is a different story altogether.
Congrats to the winners. You've earned it... I guess.
Posted by darkstarripclaw on May 11, 2008 at 09:24 AM:
I have been thinking about picking up a flash card for whenever the bounties turn to some of the rarer/super new DS games, but for now, I am perfectly content to use my own collection/leech off others temporarily.
As for the DS Hoshigami, it has three difficulty modes, the Hard one being the original PSX's (only) difficulty, so you may still want to get the DS Hoshigami instead (that and you will still be contributing moolah to the guys who produced it if you get a new copy). It is still frustratingly long to FAQ, though; the main walkthrough is not that bad (and since I have beaten it already on Normal, I am going through it on easy), but there are so many side sections that it is taking me forever to get through it.
I have been thinking about picking up a flash card for whenever the bounties turn to some of the rarer/super new DS games, but for now, I am perfectly content to use my own collection/leech off others temporarily.
As for the DS Hoshigami, it has three difficulty modes, the Hard one being the original PSX's (only) difficulty, so you may still want to get the DS Hoshigami instead (that and you will still be contributing moolah to the guys who produced it if you get a new copy). It is still frustratingly long to FAQ, though; the main walkthrough is not that bad (and since I have beaten it already on Normal, I am going through it on easy), but there are so many side sections that it is taking me forever to get through it.
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