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IrishNinja
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DigiMish said:
i'm a little sad he's not...looks like a cool cat.
ill pay shipping if you change your mind, man
ZedIndyLil
Member
OK, I appreciate all the pussy love in the replies (he IS an awesome cat), but for following all of the rules AND actually appearing to give a shit about the game...:lol
Day 1 winner: Borman
Please PM me your shipping info. Also, don't forget that you're in the hunt for the GRAND BONUS prize in 11 days or so!
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On the 2nd day of Zedmas
I'm giving away Silent Hill for PS1:
A terrific game in the day, really one of the few games that, in my opinion, can unhesitatingly be called art. AND, the game includes a yellow "PREOWNED" sticker from a late-1990's Electronics Boutique! That's probably worth more than the game itself!!!!!!
To win this: Pose a question for which the answer is, "Nintendo." I will choose the correct one. Don't forget to put [Zedmas] in your reply.
Full rules and explanation of this silly contest can be found here: http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=24673771&postcount=14957
Day 1 winner: Borman
Please PM me your shipping info. Also, don't forget that you're in the hunt for the GRAND BONUS prize in 11 days or so!
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On the 2nd day of Zedmas
I'm giving away Silent Hill for PS1:
A terrific game in the day, really one of the few games that, in my opinion, can unhesitatingly be called art. AND, the game includes a yellow "PREOWNED" sticker from a late-1990's Electronics Boutique! That's probably worth more than the game itself!!!!!!
To win this: Pose a question for which the answer is, "Nintendo." I will choose the correct one. Don't forget to put [Zedmas] in your reply.
Full rules and explanation of this silly contest can be found here: http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=24673771&postcount=14957
noirebanana
Member
Who is the oldest gaming company?
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notworksafe
Member
Activision! ...oh wait.
[Zedmas]
What company put out the Virtual Boy, a console that was a large contributing factor to me wearing glasses?
Don't put me in the running for the game, I already own it. I just like your contest idea for giving out games.
[Zedmas]
What company put out the Virtual Boy, a console that was a large contributing factor to me wearing glasses?
Don't put me in the running for the game, I already own it. I just like your contest idea for giving out games.
ZedIndyLil
Member
notworksafe said:Activision! ...oh wait.
[Zedmas]
What company put out the Virtual Boy, a console that was a large contributing factor to me wearing glasses?
Don't put me in the running for the game, I already own it. I just like your contest idea for giving out games.
Wow, really? Did they have to be blue-tinted to counteract the effect?
Anyway, stay tuned, notworksafe, there may be something you want down the line...
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
notworksafe said:Activision! ...oh wait.
[Zedmas]
What company put out the Virtual Boy, a console that was a large contributing factor to me wearing glasses?
Don't put me in the running for the game, I already own it. I just like your contest idea for giving out games.
I'm calling BS on this, while the Virtual boy did put stain on peoples eyes, it didn't cause anyone to need glasses, at least to my knowledge.
notworksafe
Member
I never said it was the only reason, just a big one. Maybe it's a coincidence, but I played tons of Virtual Boy at 10 years old and also needed glasses before my 11th birthday.Alienshogun said:
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
notworksafe said:I never said it was the only reason, just a big one. Maybe it's a coincidence, but I played tons of Virtual Boy at 10 years old and also needed glasses before my 11th birthday.
It's a coincidence, nintendo would have been sued to hell and back if it damaged eyesight and I still use my virtualboy from time to time.
notworksafe
Member
Me too! I love my Virtual Boy!Alienshogun said:
ZedIndyLil
Member
TheExodu5 said:
Hmm...sorry, but no. I need to put a cap on all the shipping costs I'll be paying over the next couple of weeks :lol
If I do another single-item giveaway, though, I'll expand it to the Great White North.
InfiniteNine
Rolling Girl
Never played Silent Hill before so why not!
[Zedmas]
Sega does what ________n't.
[Zedmas]
Sega does what ________n't.
ZedIndyLil
Member
Alrighty, here's the winner of Silent Hill...
Day 2 winner: Hamblasto
Hamblasto wins for having a question that taught me something I hadn't previously known. I don't know what the fuck I'm actually going to DO with that information, but I feel my horizons have been broadened somehow.
Please PM me your shipping info.
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On the 3rd day of Zedmas
I'm giving away Vandal Hearts for PS1:
This is probably my favorite strategy-RPG of all time, or at least the one I had the most fun with. Certainly not as deep or complex as, say, Final Fantasy Tactics, but felt more focused, with an enjoyable plot, fun combat, and cool characters.
To win this: Admit a gaming-related belief or opinion that you once held dear, but now completely disavow. Don't forget to put [Zedmas] in your reply.
Previous Winners:
Day 1: Borman
Full rules and explanation of this silly contest can be found here:
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=24673771&postcount=14957
Day 2 winner: Hamblasto
Hamblasto wins for having a question that taught me something I hadn't previously known. I don't know what the fuck I'm actually going to DO with that information, but I feel my horizons have been broadened somehow.
Please PM me your shipping info.
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On the 3rd day of Zedmas
I'm giving away Vandal Hearts for PS1:
This is probably my favorite strategy-RPG of all time, or at least the one I had the most fun with. Certainly not as deep or complex as, say, Final Fantasy Tactics, but felt more focused, with an enjoyable plot, fun combat, and cool characters.
To win this: Admit a gaming-related belief or opinion that you once held dear, but now completely disavow. Don't forget to put [Zedmas] in your reply.
Previous Winners:
Day 1: Borman
Full rules and explanation of this silly contest can be found here:
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=24673771&postcount=14957
[Zedmas]
I used to believe that Squaresoft was perfect, and could do no wrong. Of course as the years went by (post 32 bit era), I began to see I was wrong. Not so much as releasing bad games, just games that dont have the polish they used to.
Now everytime I see another entry or a new series created by Square, I just follow the news, instead of hyping myself beyond normal expectations.
I used to believe that Squaresoft was perfect, and could do no wrong. Of course as the years went by (post 32 bit era), I began to see I was wrong. Not so much as releasing bad games, just games that dont have the polish they used to.
Now everytime I see another entry or a new series created by Square, I just follow the news, instead of hyping myself beyond normal expectations.
xenoflux2113
Member
[Zedmas]
I used to believe that Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver was going to be THE Zelda killer. I even went so far as to say that to customers who came into the game store I was working in at the time...
I used to believe that Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver was going to be THE Zelda killer. I even went so far as to say that to customers who came into the game store I was working in at the time...
GraveRobberX
Platinum Trophy: Learned to Shit While Upright Again.
[Zedmas]
I used to believe Sony can do no wrong, any competition would get squashed underneath it's shadow, later down the line I have become a humble gamer, who keeps his mind open..hopefully Sony follows suit and becomes humble =/
I used to believe Sony can do no wrong, any competition would get squashed underneath it's shadow, later down the line I have become a humble gamer, who keeps his mind open..hopefully Sony follows suit and becomes humble =/
RoboGeorgeForeman
Banned
[Zedmas]
I used to believe that Mario is Missing was a good game. I'm not too sure what I liked about the game as I guessed on every question, but between the ages of four and five, I beat it more than ten times.
I used to believe that Mario is Missing was a good game. I'm not too sure what I liked about the game as I guessed on every question, but between the ages of four and five, I beat it more than ten times.
ZedIndyLil
Member
OK, great entries here, and I wasn't sure whether to go for most embarrassing revelation, or most redemptive, or what...I went with embarrassment.
Day 3 winner: Xeno_Flux2113
Congratulations, for admitting that you were one of THOSE game store employees...you've won Vandal Hearts!
Please PM me your shipping info.
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On the 4th day of Zedmas
I'm giving away Kartia: The Word of Fate for PS1:
Can't say much about this one, as this was given to me a while back as part of a game trade, and I never got to it. But while it might not be one of Atlus' highest-regarded games, it's still Atlus, and PS1 is probably the only format you'll ever find it on...
To win this: Name your favorite licensed video game (as in game based on movie/TV show/etc.), and explain why. Don't forget to put [Zedmas] in your reply.
Previous Winners:
Day 1: Borman--Motor Toon Grand Prix
Day 2: Hamblasto--Silent Hill
Full rules and explanation of this silly contest can be found here.
Day 3 winner: Xeno_Flux2113
Congratulations, for admitting that you were one of THOSE game store employees...you've won Vandal Hearts!
Please PM me your shipping info.
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On the 4th day of Zedmas
I'm giving away Kartia: The Word of Fate for PS1:
Can't say much about this one, as this was given to me a while back as part of a game trade, and I never got to it. But while it might not be one of Atlus' highest-regarded games, it's still Atlus, and PS1 is probably the only format you'll ever find it on...
To win this: Name your favorite licensed video game (as in game based on movie/TV show/etc.), and explain why. Don't forget to put [Zedmas] in your reply.
Previous Winners:
Day 1: Borman--Motor Toon Grand Prix
Day 2: Hamblasto--Silent Hill
Full rules and explanation of this silly contest can be found here.
A Link to the Past
Banned
[Zedmas]
I know that it's probably an anticipated answer, but Batman: Arkham Asylum. It's an all-around excellent game, not only for keeping the feel of the Batman franchise, but for also making the best super hero game ever made. It's very clever in its execution; it gets a lot of Batman mythos into a tight package, utilizing the heroes and villains in interesting ways. I especially like how The Riddler was inserted. On a related note, someone hilariously criticized Arkham Asylum versus Mario Kart Wii, questioning why anyone would want "slow Batman" over "fast karts." Literally, the only thing that disappointed me was seeing it end. It was such an awesome experience, filled with tense stealth scenes and entertaining action scenes (I'm a huge fan of games where you are tasked with picking off the enemies one-by-one), and as a cherry on top, it was free. It even kind of got me into comics recently, having purchased several older Batman comics at a local comic shoppe (among other series).
Plus, Mark Hamill plays what I consider the best rendition of The Joker I've ever experienced.
I know that it's probably an anticipated answer, but Batman: Arkham Asylum. It's an all-around excellent game, not only for keeping the feel of the Batman franchise, but for also making the best super hero game ever made. It's very clever in its execution; it gets a lot of Batman mythos into a tight package, utilizing the heroes and villains in interesting ways. I especially like how The Riddler was inserted. On a related note, someone hilariously criticized Arkham Asylum versus Mario Kart Wii, questioning why anyone would want "slow Batman" over "fast karts." Literally, the only thing that disappointed me was seeing it end. It was such an awesome experience, filled with tense stealth scenes and entertaining action scenes (I'm a huge fan of games where you are tasked with picking off the enemies one-by-one), and as a cherry on top, it was free. It even kind of got me into comics recently, having purchased several older Batman comics at a local comic shoppe (among other series).
Plus, Mark Hamill plays what I consider the best rendition of The Joker I've ever experienced.
[Zedmas]
My favorite licensed video game would have to be Transformers: War for Cybertron. The idea of transforming robots with laser blasters sounds like a great game in itself, so i'm not sure why it took this long to actually make a game that does the franchise justice. War of Cybertron has it all, great shooting system, nice controls, easy to use transformed mode, co-op, multiplayer enemy wave battle modes, a story mode that allows you to play both sides of the conflict, and of course the most awesome thing: The original voice actor for Soundwave. Seriously, aside from Starscream and Optimus prime, Soundwave has the best voice for a robot. Ever.
Not to mention the end credits song is done by Stan Bush.
My favorite licensed video game would have to be Transformers: War for Cybertron. The idea of transforming robots with laser blasters sounds like a great game in itself, so i'm not sure why it took this long to actually make a game that does the franchise justice. War of Cybertron has it all, great shooting system, nice controls, easy to use transformed mode, co-op, multiplayer enemy wave battle modes, a story mode that allows you to play both sides of the conflict, and of course the most awesome thing: The original voice actor for Soundwave. Seriously, aside from Starscream and Optimus prime, Soundwave has the best voice for a robot. Ever.
Not to mention the end credits song is done by Stan Bush.
ZedIndyLil
Member
Sorry, but have to have a short turnaround on this one, as I'll be busy the rest of the day. FIRST OF ALL, -1000 points for everyone, as nobody chose the correct answer, Deep Space Nine for Sega Genesis. Fortunately for all of you, this isn't a points-based competition...
Day 4 winner: Teknoman
Tough decision, but I had to give you the edge since my wife is a huge Transformers nut. This game (along with Batman:AA) is on my "one of these days" list. There's just something sublime about when a licensed game gets it right, and most of what I've heard is that this game does that.
Please PM me your shipping info.
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On the 5th day of Zedmas
I'm giving away D for PS1:
Made by the Japanese "auteur" Kenji Eno, it's one of the more worthwhile FMV games on the system. I always had a weird soft spot for FMV games, like Mansion of Hidden Souls--hell, I'm weird enough to even like Sewer Shark!--and D is definitely a well-made, atmospheric one.
To win this: Post a screenshot that represents a seminal moment in your gaming life, and explain why. Don't forget to put [Zedmas] in your reply.
Previous Winners:
Day 1: Borman--Motor Toon Grand Prix
Day 2: Hamblasto--Silent Hill
Day 3: Xeno_Flux2113--Vandal Hearts
Day 4: Teknoman--Kartia: The Word of Fate
Full rules and explanation of this silly contest can be found here.
Day 4 winner: Teknoman
Tough decision, but I had to give you the edge since my wife is a huge Transformers nut. This game (along with Batman:AA) is on my "one of these days" list. There's just something sublime about when a licensed game gets it right, and most of what I've heard is that this game does that.
Please PM me your shipping info.
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On the 5th day of Zedmas
I'm giving away D for PS1:
Made by the Japanese "auteur" Kenji Eno, it's one of the more worthwhile FMV games on the system. I always had a weird soft spot for FMV games, like Mansion of Hidden Souls--hell, I'm weird enough to even like Sewer Shark!--and D is definitely a well-made, atmospheric one.
To win this: Post a screenshot that represents a seminal moment in your gaming life, and explain why. Don't forget to put [Zedmas] in your reply.
Previous Winners:
Day 1: Borman--Motor Toon Grand Prix
Day 2: Hamblasto--Silent Hill
Day 3: Xeno_Flux2113--Vandal Hearts
Day 4: Teknoman--Kartia: The Word of Fate
Full rules and explanation of this silly contest can be found here.
DaBargainHunta
Member
The Legend of Zelda
The first screen. Four places to go. An infinite world of possibilities. At the young age of 9, all I knew was that the ultimate adventure awaited me.
[Zedmas]
The first screen. Four places to go. An infinite world of possibilities. At the young age of 9, all I knew was that the ultimate adventure awaited me.
[Zedmas]
AKingNamedPaul
I am Homie
Holy shit..I beat lance... I don't know how I pulled it off against those cheap ass hyper beams but shit I feel like a god. I beat the game and I HAVE to tell my brothe......Wait why didn't I see this coming.. Gary beats me to EVERYTHING. There is no way I win this with my pokemon low on health, my revives gone ugh.
Angels sing and no words are necessary. RPG's become my favorite genre and Pokemon becomes my favorite video game series.
A Pokemaniac is born.
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Angels sing and no words are necessary. RPG's become my favorite genre and Pokemon becomes my favorite video game series.
A Pokemaniac is born.
[Zedmas]
Used to play games with my mom and dad when I was a kid. I would watch my dad play through the Silent Hill series and Tomb Raider while my mom sat on the couch with a strategy guide handy in case my dad got stuck. Was a lot of fun staying up late after my little sisters went to sleep to watch him play even though the games straight up terrified me as a child.
This was on of the last games I played with my dad (no he's not dead, we just got older) but whenever we reminisce about the Silent Hill series this scene is always mentioned...and every time it's someones birthday my dad says "Haapppeee Birthdayy" in the same creepy voice.
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Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
knee said:C-C-C-C-COMBO BREAKER
48-Hour Live Gold Trial (please quote when used)
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Back to Zedmas!
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Fantasy Final
Member
check your PMAlienshogun said:
Brolic Gaoler
formerly Alienshogun
Fantasy Final said:
Still wasn't valid, don't worry about it anyway.
Cuban Legend
Member
Don't input the code into the xbox.com redeem code page, it hasn't been working for me lately.
Instead I've had to go into my 360's 'Redeem Code' Menu and do it manually for codes to work...
Instead I've had to go into my 360's 'Redeem Code' Menu and do it manually for codes to work...
ZedIndyLil
Member
Nice entries, everyone, but there can only be one winner...
Day 5 winner: sn00zer
Love how you share Silent Hill references with your dad; extremely cool. My own dad's cultural touchstones were, oh, 50 years or so older than my own--although we did share a love of Seinfeld...
Please PM me your shipping info.
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On the 6th day of Zedmas
I'm giving away Grim Fandango for the PC:
No cardboard box--not sure if I bought this in a box or if it was CD-only. In any case, I bought it on its critical reputation, but soon realized that this genre just wasn't for me. It's undeniably an extremely well-made game, though, essential for fans of the glory days of LucasArts and Tim Schafer.
To win this: Similar to an earlier day, please pose a gaming-related question for which the most appropriate answer is "Sony". Don't forget to put [Zedmas] in your reply.
There may be a longer (1+ day) turnaround on this one, as I'm planning to send out the first batch of winners' prizes tomorrow, and I'm already getting confused as to who gets what :lol Even Zed the cat needs a break from time to time.
Previous Winners:
Day 1: Borman--Motor Toon Grand Prix
Day 2: Hamblasto--Silent Hill
Day 3: Xeno_Flux2113--Vandal Hearts
Day 4: Teknoman--Kartia: The Word of Fate
Day 5: sn00zer--D
Full rules and explanation of this silly contest can be found here.
Day 5 winner: sn00zer
Love how you share Silent Hill references with your dad; extremely cool. My own dad's cultural touchstones were, oh, 50 years or so older than my own--although we did share a love of Seinfeld...
Please PM me your shipping info.
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On the 6th day of Zedmas
I'm giving away Grim Fandango for the PC:
No cardboard box--not sure if I bought this in a box or if it was CD-only. In any case, I bought it on its critical reputation, but soon realized that this genre just wasn't for me. It's undeniably an extremely well-made game, though, essential for fans of the glory days of LucasArts and Tim Schafer.
To win this: Similar to an earlier day, please pose a gaming-related question for which the most appropriate answer is "Sony". Don't forget to put [Zedmas] in your reply.
There may be a longer (1+ day) turnaround on this one, as I'm planning to send out the first batch of winners' prizes tomorrow, and I'm already getting confused as to who gets what :lol Even Zed the cat needs a break from time to time.
Previous Winners:
Day 1: Borman--Motor Toon Grand Prix
Day 2: Hamblasto--Silent Hill
Day 3: Xeno_Flux2113--Vandal Hearts
Day 4: Teknoman--Kartia: The Word of Fate
Day 5: sn00zer--D
Full rules and explanation of this silly contest can be found here.
SabinFigaro
Member
[Zedmas] Day 6
Which company began development of the CD-ROM attachment for the SNES, the "SNES-CD", which was to be presented at CES 1991?
Which company began development of the CD-ROM attachment for the SNES, the "SNES-CD", which was to be presented at CES 1991?
QuiteWhittle
Member
[Zedmas]
What Japanese multi-industry, multinational corporation produces game shows such as Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune?
What Japanese multi-industry, multinational corporation produces game shows such as Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune?
sooperkool
Member
[Zedmas]
Who made the first commercially successful transistor radio?
Who made the first commercially successful transistor radio?
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