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Guru
  
| | #1 posted May 30, 2008 at 8:19pm (EST) |
This topic had many older posts which were moved here:
http://gametz.com/forum/VideoGame_Discussion/topic...
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Bubbler28
| | #721 posted August 14, 2008 at 10:24pm (EST) |
DR_SPOCK wrote:
> Bubbler28 wrote:
>> What is wrong with gamestop?
>
> For one, you don't know if you'll receive the box and manual with
> your game. When you're paying market value for used games - which
> is what Gamestop/EB charges - you should know what you're getting.
> eBay is easier.
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Does that matter if you're looking to play the game? Or GASP you could go to the store. Or better yet trade for it. Im not sure if Shadowchemist is trying to fill a void in his life or repressing terrible memories with his complete Shadowhearts or whatever game excites him. |
DefaultGen
 
| | #722 posted August 14, 2008 at 10:35pm (EST) |
AlphakirA wrote:
> Well, I personally think GS blows as well as their store policies
> are by far some of the worst in the business. That being said, I'd
> still buy something from them if they had what I needed in stock.
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Their store policies include things like marking used collector's edition games at normal price, mistaking bonus demo discs for full games (happened to me TWICE with the MP2 demo that comes with MP), and general other mismarkings that can benefit the buyer. Just because they're idiots sometimes doesn't mean it's all bad.
Trade me your Steel Battalion / Tekki games, imports, promos, and anything else related!
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Smaug317
| | #723 posted August 14, 2008 at 10:53pm (EST) |
LiL_Ramsey wrote:
> Smaug317 wrote:
>> LiL_Ramsey wrote:
> |>> Smaug317 wrote:
>> |>> I heard... that it was Madden. 
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> |>> We get it, you don't like Madden...
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>> Not true. I have nothing against madden.
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> Whatever you say. I've just seen multiple posts where you bash it
> over and over saying it's the same game.
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... just like all other sports games. -.-
On topic:
Geometry Wars Retro Evolved2: 9/10
Excellent game. It's so much better than the first, easily worth twice the cost! The ONLY downside to it is that Multi-Player is only local. 
That is the question. |
AlphakirA
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| | #724 posted August 15, 2008 at 1:17am (EST) |
DefaultGen wrote:
> AlphakirA wrote:
>> Well, I personally think GS blows as well as their store policies
>> are by far some of the worst in the business. That being said,
> I'd
>> still buy something from them if they had what I needed in stock.
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> Their store policies include things like marking used collector's
> edition games at normal price, mistaking bonus demo discs for full
> games (happened to me TWICE with the MP2 demo that comes with MP),
> and general other mismarkings that can benefit the buyer. Just because
> they're idiots sometimes doesn't mean it's all bad.
>
>
And selling gutted games claiming they're new. Even when the casing has been on the shelf and beat to crap. Even when it's missing the manual. And even when the game came out the day before. They may make one or two mistakes that benefit the customers, but for every one of those, there's another story where they literally bought the entire stock of MvC2 PS2 reprints from estarland (might've been a different site, I forget which, it was reported on CAG) only to sell it for double what they paid for it. A few of those copies were brand new, so they went ahead and took off the shrink wrap so they didn't have to sell it for $40, they could technically sell it for $80 on their site. They fudging suck.
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DR_SPOCK
| | #725 posted August 15, 2008 at 1:22am (EST) |
Bubbler28 wrote:
> DR_SPOCK wrote:
>> Bubbler28 wrote:
> |>> What is wrong with gamestop?
>>
>> For one, you don't know if you'll receive the box and manual with
>> your game. When you're paying market value for used games - which
>> is what Gamestop/EB charges - you should know what you're getting.
>> eBay is easier.
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> Does that matter if you're looking to play the game? Or GASP you
> could go to the store. Or better yet trade for it. Im not sure if
> Shadowchemist is trying to fill a void in his life or repressing terrible
> memories with his complete Shadowhearts or whatever game excites him.
Damn dude, relax.
A lot of people prefer to have complete games for any number of reasons. If you don't, that's fine, but understand that quite a few of us do. And yes, we play the game. Also, disc only games are worth less. Despite this, Gamestop charges the same amount. Why pay for a complete game and risk getting an incomplete copy? And yes, you can go to the store, but I obviously wasn't referring to physical stores in my post.
This is something that's wrong with Gamestop, which is what you asked.
I won't make the mistake of answering another question of yours because apparently you know things and I do not. Nothing is wrong with Gamestop; they're a flawless corporation and a model for all other businesses. I love being able to trade in my used games and then using that money to pre-order games due for release in six months. I crap my pants with elation every time I buy a game and get the guide at 20% off. I'd pre-order my food if I could, which goes back to my statement that Gamestop is a model for all other businesses.
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| | #726 posted August 15, 2008 at 2:56pm (EST) |
i somewhat feel responsible for this.
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virtuadept
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| | #727 posted August 15, 2008 at 3:32pm (EST) |
thread ruiner!
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Organization_XIII
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| #728 posted August 15, 2008 at 3:57pm (EST)
edited August 15, 2008 at 3:59pm (EST) |
Again, I'll start posting something relavent to the topic.
Gears of War (Xbox 360) - 9.25/10 - Big, tough men killing big, tough monsters with big, tough guns while riding big, (Built Ford) tough trucks. I played co-op a few months ago with a friend, now that I have my own 360, and even though I can't play co-op right now, the thrills haven't dried up. There are oly a few things I can think of that keeps this game from being a near perfect game, which I'll mention in a future review. Picking up Gears of War is highly recommended.
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virtuadept
(frozen)
| | #729 posted August 15, 2008 at 4:11pm (EST) |
Especially since you don't want to miss Gears 2. E3 coverage was just awesome.
If there's any reason to put up with Xbox 360's Quality Control bullcrap it's Gears.
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Guru
| | #730 posted August 15, 2008 at 4:18pm (EST) |
Eternal Sonata - 6/10 - Graphics were great and combat was fun (for a while).. but it was boring.
Bionic Commando - 8/10 - 'tis a fun game.
Castlevania: Symphony of the Night - 9/10 - Awesomeness. Voice acting/writing is so lame, it's awesome. |
Renaissance2K
| | #731 posted August 15, 2008 at 6:16pm (EST) |
SmarmySir wrote:
> OT: Bionic Commando ReArmed - 9/10 - I've only played a level or
> so, but THIS is how to do a remake. The graphics are awesome, the
> gameplay is great - difficult, but not unrewarding. Anyone up for
> some co-op sometime?
>
Do you mind if I forward your post to Midway and Namco Bandai in hopes that they take it to heart?
I'm sorry. I'm just sick of playing Mortal Kombat 3 and Dig Dug the same way they played upon initial release.
"But they're in HD!" Pixelated crap in HD looks like pixelated crap... IN HD!!!!!111!!!!
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Soxicide
| | #732 posted August 15, 2008 at 9:02pm (EST) |
I've played through about half of BCR so far and I'd say that overall it does feel pretty much the same as the original. Maybe it's just because of how much time I put into the original, but the first few areas were a bit too easy, but then the Docks(I think, the one kinda at night with all of the lamp posts) and the two underground sewer levels(were these even in the original, I don't seem to remember them and I doubt I'd forget them since they're both hard as hell) were pretty brutal.
BCR is the best $10 you could spend on a game this year, hands down.
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SmarmySir
| #733 posted August 15, 2008 at 9:03pm (EST)
edited August 15, 2008 at 9:03pm (EST) |
Admiral wrote:
> I'm considering buying Bionic Commando, since the original is EASILY
> one of my favorite games ever. I played the demo, and it just doesn't
> feel the same. Maybe that's a good thing...something fresh 
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> I think I'm gonna get it...you playin on XBOX or PSN Smarmy?
360, of course. I don't have a PStripple (yet).
And since I've had even more opportunity to play it more, it's even more awesome. This is what gaming used to feel like to me. I loves it.
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Jeffro
 
| | #734 posted August 15, 2008 at 9:08pm (EST) |
So, can the PC gamers wanting BCR only get it at retail or will it be available via Steam or another download service?
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sgtshaggy
 
| | #735 posted August 15, 2008 at 9:42pm (EST) |
Guru wrote:
> Eternal Sonata - 6/10 - Graphics were great and combat was fun (for
> a while).. but it was boring.
I gave up after 8 hours or so.
shags
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HaloGX
 
| | #736 posted August 15, 2008 at 10:04pm (EST) |
Crackdown - 9/10
I'm having a lot of fun with this game. Jumping around is just plain fun. Plus the art style is cool and there's lots to do.
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Guru
| | #737 posted August 15, 2008 at 10:21pm (EST) |
sgtshaggy wrote:
> Guru wrote:
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>> Eternal Sonata - 6/10 - Graphics were great and combat was fun
> (for
>> a while).. but it was boring.
>
> I gave up after 8 hours or so.
>
> shags
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I played for about the same amount. I  shagsness |
sgtshaggy
| | #738 posted August 15, 2008 at 10:53pm (EST) |
It wasn't bad, really, but other than the graphics and the Chopin slant, it just didn't grab my attention. That happens a lot nowadays with RPGs .
I me some Guru.
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SmarmySir
| | #739 posted August 16, 2008 at 12:09am (EST) |
JesusChristSuperStar wrote:
> So, can the PC gamers wanting BCR only get it at retail or will it
> be available via Steam or another download service?
>
Don't know, good sir.
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Jeffro
| | #740 posted August 16, 2008 at 12:08pm (EST) |
They are only offering Direct 2 Drive right now(pre-order and is $5 more than the console version). I'll buy it if it goes to Steam, looks like fun.
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AlphakirA
(frozen)
| | #741 posted August 16, 2008 at 3:34pm (EST) |
Right before the game you can change the way the playbook looks to either simple options or to let the system choose the plays for you altogether. That might help with the confusion and complexity.
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sgtshaggy
| | #742 posted August 16, 2008 at 5:26pm (EST) |
It's much more casual friendly this year than the last, yo.
shags
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Spunion
| | #743 posted August 16, 2008 at 5:58pm (EST) |
I thought NBA 2K8 was too complicated but I don't know anything about bbal plays, I just tried pick n roll or slam dunks on every possession  |
Jeffro
| | #744 posted August 16, 2008 at 6:17pm (EST) |
Red Ninja: End of Honor-bought it for $8, possibly worth $2. The controls dont work at all. It looks fairly decent though.
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Jeffro
| | #745 posted August 16, 2008 at 6:17pm (EST) |
Hey Cale trade me your GrimGrimoire for my MGS: Essential Collection....................please!!!!!
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Spunion
| | #746 posted August 16, 2008 at 6:43pm (EST) |
Sorry I meant to take that off my list since I recently got Substance Xbox and Subsistence for PS2 |
Jeffro
| | #747 posted August 16, 2008 at 7:02pm (EST) |
Noooooooo!!! You interested in selling?
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colon
| | #748 posted August 16, 2008 at 11:31pm (EST) |
Armored Core 4 {360} 3/10
Some children died the other day
we fed machines and then we prayed |
Guru
| | #749 posted August 16, 2008 at 11:39pm (EST) |
Burnout Paradise - 3/10 - WTF Open city? gay |
HaloGX
| | #750 posted August 16, 2008 at 11:45pm (EST) |
Yeah I tried the demo to Paradise and hated it. The whole fun of previous Burnouts was tearing around a path. This is more like Midnight Club Daytime.
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Guru
| | #751 posted August 16, 2008 at 11:51pm (EST) |
Yeah, it was a giant suckfest. The whole initiating races... the commentator is annoying as fudge too. |
Bubbler28
| #752 posted August 17, 2008 at 12:07am (EST)
edited August 17, 2008 at 12:08am (EST) |
I'll take it off of your hands!
Oh, and OT
Far Cry: Instincts: Predator: 6/10 |
Spunion
| | #753 posted August 17, 2008 at 12:21am (EST) |
colon wrote:
> Armored Core 4 {360} 3/10
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wtf |
Nick
  
| | #754 posted August 17, 2008 at 3:55am (EST) |
Guru wrote:
> Burnout Paradise - 3/10 - WTF Open city? gay
Thank you.
I also thought it was terrible, but it seems like it was fairly well received for the most part.
Open city kills it though. |
Felty
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| | #755 posted August 17, 2008 at 6:40am (EST) |
Metal Gear Solid 4 (PS3)-9/10
I played about 3 or 4 hours of this and it's awesome. The graphics are stellar, the weapons and gadgets are cool, and so far the storyline seems to be progressing really well. The cut scenes are pretty amazing, the voices actually match the movement of the lips and facial expressions, etc. It just looks and plays great. Sometimes it's easy to get lost down all the different alleyways and buildings but I'm sure it's something to get used to. I can't give a 10 until I finish it but it looks like it's headed that way. |
benstylus
| | #756 posted August 17, 2008 at 10:37am (EST) |
Pokemon Diamond: Still going, passed the 350 hour mark several hors ago... i now have 399 out of 493 pokemon, and still playing. I hope you can fudging transfer them to the next game faster than 6 per day.
Pokemon Sapphire: Already played through it before and sold it, but I borrowed it and blazed through this one to get the legendary pokemon and transfer them to diamond. On the way I realized just how much faster things go in this one - battles literally take about half the time, movement is faster, etc. Made going back to diamond a bit more difficult with the slower battles.
recently got Capcom Classics Mini-mix as well... it has:
Mighty Final Fight - better than SNES final fight, though way too easy.
Bionic Commando - it's Bionic fudging Commando. 'Nuff said.
Strider - Capcom killed this game on the GBA... it's got such awful slowdown compared to the NES version. Color me disappointed, as this is the one I was most looking forward to playing again.
Bubble Symphony: It's everything you love about bubble bobble multiplied by a thousand and four.
One day I will kill him.
Then, I will be Ten. |
Guru
| | #757 posted August 17, 2008 at 12:34pm (EST) |
Nick wrote:
> Guru wrote:
>> Burnout Paradise - 3/10 - WTF Open city? gay
>
> Thank you.
>
> I also thought it was terrible, but it seems like it was fairly well
> received for the most part.
>
> Open city kills it though.
Yeah, and burnout is one of the few series I thought I'd hate, but liked. Was Revenge released before Paradise City, or was there another? |
Nick
| | #758 posted August 17, 2008 at 12:55pm (EST) |
I think Revenge was right before Paradise. |
HaloGX
| | #759 posted August 17, 2008 at 1:34pm (EST) |
The 360 version of Revenge is a port of the PS2/Xbox game.
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InfiniteGaming
| #760 posted August 17, 2008 at 3:42pm (EST)
edited August 17, 2008 at 3:43pm (EST) |
Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow: By far my favorite DS game and one of the few games that I still go back to and replay it from time to time. Can't wait for Order of Ecclesia to arrive.
Condemned 2 (PS3): The game mechanics are great, but I just can't get over the dark atmosphere. I played it for about 5 hrs and I don't think I want to continue.
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