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Retro-GAF unite!
- Thread starter IrishNinja
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I ruined this for myself by doing a system transfer to Wii U :*(
So many games down the drain because I didn't know it couldn't output 240p.
You have good taste.
sixteen-bit
Member
nintendo not having a unified account system is some fucked up shit
Yep. I also transfered DSi games to my 3DS like a fool too not realizing how bad they'd look. At least there they allow you to run stuff in native resolution. But I'd take it back if I could to avoid the black borders.
I'm tempted to rebuy Go! Go! Kokopolo on my DSi XL as we speak.
Install homebrew on both consoles, use a wad manager to backup your Wii VC titles onto SD then simply reinstall them onto your old Wii.
Boom. Sorted. I've backed up every Wii purchase I've made, digital and physical.
Random ass question: I'm taking all the american racists' advice and going back to Mexico. 
I'm looking to transport a good portion of my gaming goods, but would the TSA let me take soldering tools, various systems, and accessories without suspecting me of trying to build a dirty nuke or something?
I'm looking to transport a good portion of my gaming goods, but would the TSA let me take soldering tools, various systems, and accessories without suspecting me of trying to build a dirty nuke or something?sixteen-bit
Member
I would just ship the stuff rather than travel with it
Ugh. Got in an argument tonight on a local retro game group on Facebook. People talking about "repros" (aka counterfeits) of rare games like Little Samson and Stadium Events. Had somebody suggest that this kind of thing is "okay" because everybody should be cracking open every single game they buy to check the boards anyway. It's always their fault if they get scammed. Some supreme victim-blaming bullshit.
Never underestimate the power of classic Wii/VC. Plenty of other options out there but as a legit off-the-shelf source it is worth it having a Wii on hand for that. Plus component out, etc. Prolly worth it to pick up a cheapy Wii and restart a new little catalog of rarities on VC for 240p...things like Ironclad and Alien Soldier and whatnot (most of the TG-16 games still look like shit, though).
entremet
Member
The retro scene has gotten so ugly of late honestly.
I love the games, but the whole scene just irks me. I only buy what I want to play luckily. I'm not into complete sets or getting games just to get them.
sixteen-bit
Member
There's a specialized MSX thread but it's kinda dead :/
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=575017
Yeah it is, and I suppose I'd get biased opinions in there anyway. I thought I could use this general retro thread to get a more neutral opinion of the machine, though it's also somewhat dead too (I'm pretty sure most people posting in the retro threads are unaware of this thread.)
IrishNinja
Member
haha damn, for real? that's...wow, that's a gross argument to be making. ive opened all my carts but i don't nearly expect reasonable people to do this.
theSlacker
Member
Seems like they are trapped in their own positive feedback loop. I think it is general consensus that you shouldn't do repros of games that are fully released in areas that you are making the repro for (thus the very fact that what you have exists is proof that it is a repro), and if you do for some reason they should be marked in some way to signify that they are not original. Same thing for reprinted label or cover art.
Because of the people out there that are making counterfeits, as opposed to repros, you should also be opening up every game you get, but that is just to combat a problem, it doesn't make that problem okay.
NormalFish
Banned
Not only gross but totally nonsensical. What a moron.
sixteen-bit
Member
cool console cabinet WIP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kx1oO0VtoBQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kx1oO0VtoBQ
IrishNinja
Member
love stuff like this
bishop just got a nicer shelf for our systems last month or so, wish i was talented/inclined to add some shelves cause there's totally space for more consoles too
Going to be time to clear out those horror/esoteric/creepy/etc. themed games soon.
GAF Plays...31 Nights of Horror...3
Although its a great way to sit down and clear out retro backlogged games, there is also current gen stuff like Until Dawn, Bloodborne, and so forth to get into.
Here are the last year and year before threads:
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=688439
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=904541
Too bad the banners are lost to time
GAF Plays...31 Nights of Horror...3
Although its a great way to sit down and clear out retro backlogged games, there is also current gen stuff like Until Dawn, Bloodborne, and so forth to get into.
Here are the last year and year before threads:
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=688439
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=904541
Too bad the banners are lost to time
sixteen-bit
Member
Nice, I was saving Splatterhouse 3 for this, which was a recent flea market pick-up.
I was just going to PM you next week to see if you were going to run this thread again! I'll definitely be participating, looking to run Rondo of Blood, Clock Tower (SFC), and Splatterhouse 1/2/3... Maybe start the new Vita Corpse Party as well. And of course, like last year I'll be pairing each game with a Pumpkin beer
IrishNinja
Member
you know im down! already planning a few titles for this halloween, myself:
Uninvited
Sacred Line
REmake
Alien Isolation
Costume Quest (need to finish it!)
blast processed
Member
Where is said thread? Also we should have one for retro titles.
I still need to pick up the Splatterhouse games.
I was just going to PM you next week to see if you were going to run this thread again! I'll definitely be participating, looking to run Rondo of Blood, Clock Tower (SFC), and Splatterhouse 1/2/3... Maybe start the new Vita Corpse Party as well. And of course, like last year I'll be pairing each game with a Pumpkin beer
The thread wont go up until October the 1st (or at least late September 29th), but if someone wants to make a banner for part 3, that would be great. Each year (heh only been two) someone different makes the banner. Doesn't have to be a work of art, as long as it evokes the feel of the thread. As far as retro only, it'll probably be mainly people playing classic games since there are really more horror titles from past generations... so we'll have everything centered in the one.
blast processed
Member
Not sure what the others looked like, but here is my attempt.
Retromelon
Member
I have been playing chrono trigger for the first time recently and I have heard there are a lot of different endings. I only want to play through the game once. Is there anything i should know, sans spoilers, so I don't get a 'bad' ending
blast processed
Member
There's 13 endings in the game iirc. The most difficult ending is to beat
in the beginning. Honestly, if you want to avoid the bad ending, don't die at the final boss. I had to look at a guide to get the ending that I wanted. I played the DS version so I'm not sure if anything is different from the SNES game. Ending wise.
Lavos
IrishNinja
Member
Not sure what the others looked like, but here is my attempt.
this is fantastic.
Not sure what the others looked like, but here is my attempt.
Each has been drastically different, but that's the fun. Also that is damn good.
EDIT: Yes I realize the name change lol.
So should we play horror or terror games?
They were so terrifying that now we remember the horror of facing them.
I'm thinking about rolling with:
Monster Party
Splatterhouse 3
Dracula XX
Gargoyle's Quest series (to see I can tackle the trilogy, since I know I wont be able to stick with any normal G&G long enough this time heh)
Maybe D...maybe.
For longer games, I think I might either restart Sweet Home, continue with Fatal Frame 1 (still haven't finished it), start up Silent Hill 1, Extermination, or X-files.
Anyone planning on doing any streams? I know I'm gonna get my capture equipment by then, and if I can figure everything out, I might record and post stuff...but no streaming since my hours will probably be funny. Of course for anyone doing streaming, I can post links in the OP once its up. Or just all around recommended youtube channels, etc.
I can stream anything I play on PS4 or Xbone... I may tackle REmake for the first time since it released on Gamecube, or possibly SOMA, though I'm not sure people would want to watch that (spoilers and all). Just beat Alien Isolation, so that's a no go.
Anytime is a good time for REmake. I've heard a lot about SOMA, but some people cant take Amnesia devs brand of scary (all those freak out posts heh), so that actually might be a good idea to stream. Fresh for you and everyone else that either doesn't have a good PC or would rather watch the game than play it.
EDIT: Test footage - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-99681YRfI
Sucks that the elgato game capture hd cant output 60 fps when set to 1080p, but the majority of stuff i'll probably record wont be 1080p anyway...unless its on WiiU, PS3, or 360 (stuff that doesn't already have a share/record/etc feature). Ended up going with it instead of the startech or micomsoft stuff since I got a refurb one for a decent price. Don't have it set to absolute best settings, so just want to see if theres any strange artifacting or blurriness in general after putting it through Windows Movie Maker then uploading.
IrishNinja
Member
damn....D is an excellent pick, too! might switch something out for that one
also -
me: "im trying to tie up Bloodborne in time to start my october horror game month."
my boy "...so you're wanting to finish a scary game to play scary games, then?"
also -
me: "im trying to tie up Bloodborne in time to start my october horror game month."
my boy "...so you're wanting to finish a scary game to play scary games, then?"
sixteen-bit
Member
pretty sure i have posted one of this cat's videos before, but what a goddamn collection, lmao
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVa9cdo7GuM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVa9cdo7GuM
blast processed
Member
Cool video. Here's my favorite line from it.
"These are a lot of my copied Amiga games from when I used to be a pirate."
"These are a lot of my copied Amiga games from when I used to be a pirate."
VVV Mars VG
Member
Holy shit. What a glorious game room.
But I agree with others here that complete collections seems like a waste of space and money. Still, impressive as hell.
that dude has a bunch of lambos
when you're that loaded (dude has to be worth 10s of millions), yolo. I'd go for complete collections at that point too
that dude has a bunch of lambos
when you're that loaded (dude has to be worth 10s of millions), yolo. I'd go for complete collections at that point too
I wouldn't. I'd still only buy the good stuff.
I'd be manufacturing some sick ass modern CRTs for sale and use, though.
PumpkinSpice
Banned
Ah that's a really good idea; I've been looking for an excuse to give Luigi's Mansion 2 another shot. It's so cute!
I wanna know where he got his money from. Google resulted in nothing. I'm assuming stock market? Or maybe made his money getting in early during the dotcom boom.