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#81
PAC-MAN - who hasn't!?

Mendel Palace - As a kid I saw the advertisements and recall being sorely confused, was expecting more action and less Lolo, may be something I could appreciate now

Tower of Druaga - I have zero recollection of this title. Seems like there's an Anime for 20 years ago with the same name? Leads me to believe this one went hard in Japan but didn't translate well in the West. The cover art even looks Famicom-y
#82
Starfox seemed like a surprise drop on a recent Nintendo Direct, and it's coming out June 25th. I don't think it's an entirely new game. It sounds like the old game with fully fleshed out voice overs, music and graphics. From what little I saw, I didn't recognize it as a remaster as the graphichs overhaul changed the look and feel that much. I'm pretty excited for this one and will preorder. Its on amazon right now for 49.99, if @BLUEVOODU would put up an affiliate link I'll be sure he gets the commission, although I could probably just click another of the links and search from there. I think it's a percentage of everything added to the cart within a day or so
#83
General Discussion / Re: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Last post by retro junkie - May 25, 2026, 11:49:41 PM
I have lost all hope in Disney at this point................
#84
General Discussion / Re: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Last post by targetrasp - May 25, 2026, 10:48:51 PM
kinda wish I didn't read the Rotten Tomatoes reviews.

Even the positive reviews are full of left-handed compliments akin to "good for what it is."

I know the internet hates on Disney and Disney has been throwing some slow underhanded pitches for the net nerds to swing at, but I really want to experience some of that star wars magic pre internet taint, then make my own judgment. In all fairness it is trailing Solo, which gives me almost no hope.
#85
General Discussion / Re: What are you currently usi...
Last post by targetrasp - May 25, 2026, 10:39:44 PM
As much as I hate the concept, I've used it for tons of stuff, typically research. If I'm building something, comparing products, or just working a problem, AI has done a lot of the legwork for me. My home network project for example. I gave it square footage, budget, use cases and an explanation of existing infrastructure and it helped build the most cost-effective solution, in about 30 minutes. Granted, I could have done the same thing, but only after hours of pricing and compatibility searches.

I've been lead down some serious rabbit holes as well. If you bring it a vague concept it typically takes lots of time (sometimes trial and error) developing that concept into something viable. I've been working on a project I'm calling Household OS for two months and have started over 4 times. If anything, it's taught me how to "converse" with AI to get something that more closely resembles what I'm looking for.

I've tried Copilot, Gemini, and Chat GPT - all have their strengths and weaknesses. I can't say I recommend any more so than the other.
#86
General Discussion / Re: Post Your Recent Physical ...
Last post by targetrasp - May 25, 2026, 10:27:58 PM
@BLUEVOODU Noritake - Once upon a time I tried keeping an eye out for china / dishware and while everyone ever has some grand story of finding awesome stuff, I'm lucky to find Chinet. I gave up years ago, well before there were a million youtubers that used to do well reselling now their business model is telling everyone else how to resell all the while destroying the market.

Look at that, two complaint, one post, completely off topic!
#87
General Discussion / Re: Happy Birthday Mai Valenti...
Last post by Mai Valentine - May 24, 2026, 03:08:36 PM
Yeah I think so! It's become much easier to get shiny Pokemon so rare titles are worth hunting for as well. Just the other day I got an Alolan Ninetales (it's fairy/snow instead of fire type) with the title "The Snow Frolicker" which is super appropriate.
#88
Never knew this existed, it's in the probable column for me
#89
Yet another R-Type game... except in a tactics version!  This game is coming out for the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch... and also PlayStation 4, it seems.  Both R-Type Tactics 1 and 2 were released in the past.  They have updated the games with the Unreal Engine 5!

I have been watching this game for awhile...  Very curious to see if this game even comes out as the date has been pushed back for a LONG time now.

Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/4fBTnBi
Release date June 18, 2026 (again, I will believe it once it launches).

Pricing:
Nintendo Switch - $50
PlayStation 5  - $50
PlayStation 4  - $50

Game Details:
  • New Frontiers: Along with the debut of R-Type Tactics II in the West, both this title and R-Type Tactics I make their way from the PSP to modern consoles for the first time!
  • Whose Side Are You On? Multiple campaigns for each faction, and branching storylines in R-Type Tactics II, allow for a unique gameplay experience across both titles while fleshing out the world of R-Type & the origins of the sinister Bydo Empire
  • Destroy the Competition: Face off against other players online in both R-Type Tactics I and R-Type Tactics II!
  • An Unreal Makeover: Both titles have been remade using Unreal Engine 5, creating a collection that's both strategically engaging and visually enthralling!

Again, this is a tactics style game, hence the name tactics in the title. 
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I'm excited for this title.  I don't know when I'll pick it up, but it is on the list.  Are you excited?  What are you pumped for?  Thoughts, comments, post it up!
#90
Launch date updated... looks like it is being pushed back to August 11, 2026  ???   

I definitely don't need it.... I NEEEEEEEEDDDD ITTTTTTT  :happydance: