Virtual Console: Wii-kly Update

Sin & Punishment is amazing.

That is all.
 
:shock: Sin & Punishment for the Nintendo 64 ... wow!! :shock:

I just finished watching video streams of what the game is like.
It looks like it kicks @$$!! :-D
I'm definitely going to download it.

Now I'll have another game to play when I want to take a short break
from P3 and Zelda. :-D (But its so hard to break away... *is addicted* O.O)
 
This week's offerings:

Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos - NES - 500 Points
Metal Marines - Super NES - 800 Points
Gate of Thunder - TurboGrafx16 - 800 Points

I'll have to get Ninja Gaiden II. I'm also curious about Metal Marines, which is supposed to be a real-time strategy game.
 
I'm boycotting my virtual console until Nintendo relinquishes Super Mario RPG.
 
This week brings us a newly-translated NES game previously unreleased outside of Japan. I'll probably get Lunar Pool, since that was always a fun one for me.

Lunar Pool - NES - 500 Points
Ninja JaJaMaru-kun - NES - 600 Points
Golden Axe III - Sega Genesis - 800 Points
 
CROSS FINGERS FOR PENDING RETRANSLATION OF SEIKEN DENSETSU 3 AND TALES OF PHANTASIA!

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Tagrineth said:
CROSS FINGERS FOR PENDING RETRANSLATION OF SEIKEN DENSETSU 3 AND TALES OF PHANTASIA!

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Yes please on both, though primarily SD3, on the VC or release it on the DS, you can make it happen SE!
 
SD3 for VC = YESYESYESYESYESYESetc
 
Tagrineth said:
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Only problem about this is that they don't really "translate" the titles. Just some things to make the game work better.
This doesn't count for Sin & Punishment. S&P did have A LOT of English in it to begin with. Nothing was really done to "import" it. Jajamaru-Kun has some English in it, too. Not much was done to it.

Seiken Densetsu 3 probably won't ever come here. They're not going to translate a whole game just for Virtual Console. Especially with something that not many would get.
Tales of Phantasia has had a translation I believe. Check out the Gameboy Advance Tales of... game. ^_^

By the way, Ninja Jajamaru-kun is a lot of fun. It's like Donkey Kong with Ninja and obscure japanese fairy-tale references.
 
Only problem about this is that they don't really "translate" the titles. Just some things to make the game work better.
This doesn't count for Sin & Punishment. S&P did have A LOT of English in it to begin with. Nothing was really done to "import" it. Jajamaru-Kun has some English in it, too. Not much was done to it.
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Wrong. S&P had all of its menus and the entire ending sequence changed to English, as well as the tutorial sequence.

What, you think that extra $2 is just being charged for shits and giggles?


Seiken Densetsu 3 probably won't ever come here. They're not going to translate a whole game just for Virtual Console. Especially with something that not many would get.
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Virtual Console is huge, and if it was renamed "Secret of Mana 2" or something along those lines, you bet it'd sell like WILDFIRE - that name alone is GOLD.

Tales of Phantasia has had a translation I believe. Check out the Gameboy Advance Tales of... game. ^_^
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That game remains, to this day, the only game I have ever returned, and I did so the same afternoon I bought it. What a horrendous port.. ugh.
 
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This week's releases:

Castlevania II Simon's Quest - NES - 500 Points
In this one-player adventure, you'll take on the role of Simon Belmont once again and duel to the death with Count Dracula. Grab your legendary whip, Vampire Killer, and roam freely through Transylvania on a quest to find the count's missing body parts-these are the key to breaking an evil curse. This quest won't be easy, though, for you must battle hideous fiends who stalk the land. In addition to the intense action and tight control the Castlevania series is known for, this sequel also introduced several unique game-play elements into the fold. Build experience the longer you play, buy weapons and items from merchants, or talk with villagers to get clues (some of which are false). Watch as day turns to night and then back again. Take a deep breath, steady your nerves, and help Simon end his curse and defeat the count once and for all.

Samurai-Ghost - TurboGrafx16 - 600 Points
This action platformer features a samurai ghost from the depths of the underworld. In a past war, Kagekiyo managed to defeat the shogun Yoritomo and his clan. However, their evil spirits were not completely destroyed, and now, in the world known as Dark Side, they seek the time of their rebirth. In order to shatter those ambitions, Kagekiyo must make his way across seven zones and head for "The Heart of the Darkside" where Yoritomo lies in wait. Use spirit weapons to power up your sword, or other items, such as candles to recover health, and defeat the endless hordes of enemies. Each zone is not only protected by a boss but also includes demons as well as real samurai from 12th-century Japan. Get ready for some intense one-on-one combat action.

Magician Lord - NEOGEO - 900 Points
Released in 1990 and regarded as one of the NEOGEO's earliest signature games, this side-scrolling platformer mixes action with the mystical world of fantasy. A magician named Elta, last descendant of the famed Magician Lord, takes on an epic adventure to save the world from the evil Gul-Agieze. Elta must battle through eight stages, collecting the eight tomes of power that are key to defeating Gul-Agieze and his evil plans. By obtaining orbs in one of three colors (elements) that appear during the game, Elta's offensive powers and jumping abilities can be strengthened. The effect varies considerably depending on the combination of elements, though, and Elta can transform into six different forms: Waterman, Dragon Warrior, Shinobi, Samurai, Raijin or Poseidon. Can you help Elta to become the new Magician Lord?
 
Nintendo picks a good title out of its collection to build anticipation for the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy release.

Super Mario Bros. 3 - NES - 500 Points
Remember when no one had ever heard of a Tanooki Suit or knew that Bowser had a clan of Koopalings? The game that made these things common knowledge is also considered by many to be one of the best ever made. Bowser and the Koopalings are causing chaos yet again, but this time they're going beyond the Mushroom Kingdom into the seven worlds that neighbor it. Now Mario and Luigi must battle new enemies, returning favorites and a new Koopaling in each unique and distinctive world on their way to ultimately taking on Bowser himself. Luckily for the brothers, they have more power-ups available than ever before. Fly above the action using the Super Leaf, swim faster by donning the Frog Suit or defeat enemies using the Hammer Bros. Suit. Use the brand-new overworld map to take the chance to play a minigame in hopes of gaining extra lives or to find a Toad's House where you can pick up additional items. All this (and more) combines into one of gaming's most well-known and beloved titles—are you ready to experience gaming bliss?

Alien Soldier - Sega Genesis - 900 Points
As Epsilon-Eagle, you are an alien soldier who has been genetically engineered to produce maximum intelligence and strength. You were once a member of the criminal organization Scarlet, but when you decided to break from the group, you were forced into a showdown with Scarlet's new leader Xi-Tiger, who kills a hostage in his attempt to destroy you. Now it's up to you to take revenge against the bad guys in this side-scrolling action game! Choose from six different weapons and battle the bosses of Scarlet until you reach the final confrontation with the ultimate secret weapon!

Power Golf - TurboGrafx16 - 600 Points
Power Golf sports a perfect combination of simple-yet-realistic controls and beautiful graphics. Swing away on 18 lush holes in one of three different game modes: the single-player STROKE PLAY mode and the multiplayer MATCH PLAY and COMPETITION modes. Enter tournaments as one of three different characters—beginner, intermediate and advanced. Wind strength and the slope of the green add extra challenges to each hole. Compete against other players in the standard NORMAL MATCH or ante up one of your clubs in the unique CLUB MATCH. Up to three players can play in COMPETITION mode, and a handicap feature is included to help novice players pull off breathtaking shots just like their advanced rivals.
 
Nice! SMB3. About time. I'm going to get that and alien soldier sounds interesting as well.
 
SMB3 is one of the best platformers ever, but I already have it for my GBA, so I'm a little less inclined to pick it up.
 
Volleyball - NES - 500 Points
Step onto the court in one of the first volleyball games ever made. Select either the men's or women's competition, choose from one of eight available countries to represent, and prepare for some intensely fun game play. The straightforward controls include all the moves you'll need to effectively direct your six-person team. Take some time mastering them in the training mode, though, because you'll need all the practice you can get when competing against challenging computer opponents. If you feel like some multiplayer action, take on a friend in the two-player mode and see whose skills are more polished. Block, set and spike your way to victory.

Axelay - Super NES - 800 Points
Mysterious aliens have invaded the Earth-like planet of Corliss, slowly draining the planet's resources. Take control of the prototype Axelay ship and use its wide range of advanced weaponry to battle enemy forces. Play through multiple stages of action —from other planets to space stations — all on your way to destroying the alien headquarters. You are Corliss' last line of defense, so be careful not to be too distracted by the excellent graphics (including great scrolling effects) and rocking music. Pilot the Axelay using Konami's famously tight play control and experience what many consider to be a classic of the shooter genre.

Blue's Journey - NEOGEO - 900 Points
The planet of Raguy has been invaded by the Daruma tribe, changing it from a beautiful and peaceful place into one filled with pollution. Released in 1991, this horizontally scrolling action game tells the story of an insectarian named Blue and his quest to save the planet and keep its inhabitants from being turned into slaves. Use Blue's main weapon, a leaf, to flip enemies onto their heads and then throw them at other members of the Daruma tribe, defeating anyone in your way. Additional weapons, such as bombs and boomerangs, are also available, or you can collect flowers to purchase other special items like honey or swim fins. Blue also has the special ability to change his size at will — if he's too big to fit in a particular area, then shrink him. The bright, colorful graphics, combined with lots of hidden items to find, ensure an enjoyable experience with plenty of replay value. Help Blue muster all his strength and eliminate the Daruma tribe.
 
Axelay is frigging awesome.
 
Wrecking Crew - NES - 500 Points
In the days before Mario and Luigi became sports stars in their downtime between plumbing and saving the Princess, they tried their hands as one-man wrecking crews. With a hammer as their only tool, players take control of the brothers and set out to destroy ladders, rip out pipes, knock down walls and detonate explosive devices. But make sure to plan your path of destruction carefully, as each building is designed as its own clever puzzle—if you're not careful, you can easily trap yourself in a dead end. Adding to the excitement and challenge are fireballs, enemies and an angry foreman roaming the buildings. They're all trying to stop you from moving on to the next stage. With 100 buildings to demolish and the ability to construct your own, it's a wonder Mario and Luigi ever got back to saving the Mushroom Kingdom.

Sonic 3D Blast - Sega Genesis - 800 Points
The evil Dr. Eggman (aka Dr. Robotnik) stumbles upon an alternate dimension where some odd birds called Flickies have the ability to travel anywhere. In order to get help in his search for the Chaos Emeralds, Dr. Eggman transforms the Flickies into robots that will help him track down his coveted gems. Of course, it's up to our favorite blue hedgehog, Sonic, to step in and save the day. Jump into this 3-D adventure as Sonic or his buddy Tails, and collect the golden rings to help free the Flickies and defeat the doctor.

Super Air Zonk - TurboGrafx16 CD-ROM - 800 Points
Zonk is back in Super Air Zonk, the sequel to the shooting game spin-off of the Bonk series, Air “Zonk.” Now moving to a rockabilly beat and able to transform into nine different characters, Zonk lets loose through seven action-packed stages in another battle against his arch nemesis, SandroVitch. Power up Zonk with the classic Meat item, eventually turning him into the champion of justice, Ultra Zonk, or the fearsome Tyrano Zonk in the latter stages of the game. After rescuing his friends from enemies, Zonk can also morph with them to combine powers. Fight enemies with killer tunes belted out from a trusty microphone. Hurl freshly made sushi at them. With its variety of wacky attacks, Super Air Zonk has a sense of humor all its own.
 
I played Sonic 3D blast, i didn't care for it only for the fact that you didn't turn into Super sonic. A real freakin let down form the previous game Sonic 3 & Knuckles. :3
 
Why does Sega never give us the CD versions of the Sonic games? Sonic CD for Sega CD and Sonic 3d blast for the Saturn were flippin' incredible! I know they take a lot of space, but damned if there worth it!

Jesus, put them on Xbox Live for all I care. I wanna see them again.

By the way, anyone remember Valis? I'd love to see them on the Marketplace. Then I can pack away my Gensis and Turbo drive. TT
 
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