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#81
Nintendo - Switch 2, Switch, 3DS, and Wii-U / Re: Nintendo 3DS - What a Craz...
Last post by Grindspine - February 05, 2026, 12:32:34 PMThe 3D effect was cool on Mario Kart 7, the Metroid II remake, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, and Majora's Mask. I still think that the touch screen was shoehorned into some games (Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow in particular), which made some challenges to porting the game to other systems (Like the Castlevania DS collection).
#82
Retro Gaming and Hardware / Re: Retro gaming Sony WEGA!
Last post by Grindspine - February 05, 2026, 12:26:28 PMYeah, same TV that I had in Ft Wayne! It still works and is hooked up to a Sony receiver for Dolby Pro Logic II sound, which works great with games like Castlevania: Lament of Innocence. There is a section where you descend through a spiral staircase and hear the clanging and heavy breathing of a forgotten monster circling around you as you go further down the stairs.
I think that Lament of Innocence on the PS2 and Final Fantasy II on the SNES have been the most recent games I have played with that TV.
I think that Lament of Innocence on the PS2 and Final Fantasy II on the SNES have been the most recent games I have played with that TV.
#83
Nintendo - Switch 2, Switch, 3DS, and Wii-U / Re: Nintendo 3DS - What a Craz...
Last post by retro junkie - February 04, 2026, 12:07:48 PMThe 3DS uses a lenticular tech to produce the 3D image. A very clever way of producing the effect if you want to use it for gaming. It gets rid of the burdensome need for the special glasses. I thought the added slide adjustment for the intensity of the 3D effect was genius on Nintendo's part. It gave control to the gamer whether they wanted it off or on, and just how much you wanted it.
I never used the 3D except occasionally out of curiosity for certain games, like racing games. To me personally it was just a gimmick. There are some games I may have played for a session, but it was never required for any certain game for my own personal gaming experience. It was a more powerful console for gaming that sold me.
I really have strong feelings toward the DS and 3DS line of consoles being the golden years for modern Nintendo gaming. To me, this is my opinion, the Switch is a very lousy successor to the 3DS. It has been a step back. Actually I do not see it as a successor to the 3DS. It is more of a successor to the Wii U. And I personally see the Nintendo line of portables as a thing of the past. It really ended with the 3DS. The Switch Lite is a failed attempt to fill that void, but I don't think they are committed to that console. I really loved the clam shell design of the DS line of consoles.
These are my 3DS consoles in the picture. And I am glad I got them when I did, because the price of the 3DS has skyrocketed to being close to the price of a Switch. Insane!!
And I also have a 2DS, not pictured for obvious reasons. It is a 3DS without the 3D.
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I never used the 3D except occasionally out of curiosity for certain games, like racing games. To me personally it was just a gimmick. There are some games I may have played for a session, but it was never required for any certain game for my own personal gaming experience. It was a more powerful console for gaming that sold me.
I really have strong feelings toward the DS and 3DS line of consoles being the golden years for modern Nintendo gaming. To me, this is my opinion, the Switch is a very lousy successor to the 3DS. It has been a step back. Actually I do not see it as a successor to the 3DS. It is more of a successor to the Wii U. And I personally see the Nintendo line of portables as a thing of the past. It really ended with the 3DS. The Switch Lite is a failed attempt to fill that void, but I don't think they are committed to that console. I really loved the clam shell design of the DS line of consoles.
These are my 3DS consoles in the picture. And I am glad I got them when I did, because the price of the 3DS has skyrocketed to being close to the price of a Switch. Insane!!
And I also have a 2DS, not pictured for obvious reasons. It is a 3DS without the 3D.
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#84
General Discussion / Re: What Gaming Trends Have Yo...
Last post by retro junkie - February 04, 2026, 10:27:39 AMI had to set back and think about this for some reason.
I know when I first got into gaming my main fix was shmups, shoot'em ups. Especially the space ones that had this tiny space ship taking on this armada, aliens bent on destroying our neck of the woods.
When I got my Sega Genesis, really my first dedicated gaming console, it came with Sonic. But I picked up Hellfire with the purchase. I never played Sonic, for a long time. I was busy with Hellfire. And whatever shooter I picked up after Hellfire. At one point I started trying Sonic, and from there, I gradually moved out and started trying other side scrolling games. My early gaming was dominated by shmups. I had the original Gameboy with Nemesis permanently in the console back then. But shmups dominating my game time? I cannot say that now. Fighting games was an instant hit when I saw Street Fighter 2 because that was from the arcades. My daughter and I had sessions with the fighting games. We trashed talked the whole time. If you came to our door back then you would think a real fight was going on.
I guess what I have grown into over time was branching out and enjoying the broad field of what gaming has to offer. And not limiting myself to one genre.
I know when I first got into gaming my main fix was shmups, shoot'em ups. Especially the space ones that had this tiny space ship taking on this armada, aliens bent on destroying our neck of the woods.
When I got my Sega Genesis, really my first dedicated gaming console, it came with Sonic. But I picked up Hellfire with the purchase. I never played Sonic, for a long time. I was busy with Hellfire. And whatever shooter I picked up after Hellfire. At one point I started trying Sonic, and from there, I gradually moved out and started trying other side scrolling games. My early gaming was dominated by shmups. I had the original Gameboy with Nemesis permanently in the console back then. But shmups dominating my game time? I cannot say that now. Fighting games was an instant hit when I saw Street Fighter 2 because that was from the arcades. My daughter and I had sessions with the fighting games. We trashed talked the whole time. If you came to our door back then you would think a real fight was going on.
I guess what I have grown into over time was branching out and enjoying the broad field of what gaming has to offer. And not limiting myself to one genre.
#85
General Discussion / Re: What Gaming Trends Have Yo...
Last post by BLUEVOODU - February 04, 2026, 10:01:36 AMbumping this up! What about you @retro junkie @Snatcher_L @Grindspine @mastermario @SpartanEvolved @Jack ?
#86
Retro Gaming and Hardware / Re: Atari Flashback Portable -...
Last post by retro junkie - February 04, 2026, 10:00:16 AMI kind-of shy away from these type of releases. (They are charging you for the box, "40th Anniversary.") It is mass marketed toward kids, I am thinking. The kind-of toy your Grandparents would give you. The hardware is usually very cheap for some reason. I mean cheaper than usual. My only experience is with a Sega console that has that same basic design. Not sure who it is that is making those consoles,even though they do give that manufacturer name, only know it is from China. It has some very bad reviews. Many of the reviews target the durability. And it has an SD card slot? Aren't we into micro SD now? The SD is for adding games. And six buttons for an Atari game? Shows this is a basic unit that is used for different "special releases."
This thing is way over priced. Something like this is normally 19 to 29 USD and found in a Walmart, Walgreens, Target, or a Five Below. For this kind of money you can get an Anbernic portable which is a top quality China console. The long link below will take you to what I am talking about. And coming from Aliexpress if the console comes with a micro SD you better believe you will not need to look up and add any roms.
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256809798362186.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.2.1ff7QjIQQjIQWd&algo_pvid=1c420db5-d034-4530-ba95-22769d2bc36f&algo_exp_id=1c420db5-d034-4530-ba95-22769d2bc36f-1&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22order%22%3A%22476%22%2C%22eval%22%3A%221%22%2C%22orig_sl_item_id%22%3A%221005009984676938%22%2C%22orig_item_id%22%3A%221005008582104178%22%2C%22fromPage%22%3A%22search%22%7D&pdp_npi=6%40dis%21USD%21134.94%2150.87%21%21%21134.94%2150.87%21%402101eecd17702149014464067e6401%2112000055925992113%21sea%21US%21162412247%21X%211%210%21n_tag%3A-29919%3Bd%3A8de7e4f0%3Bm03_new_user%3A-29895%3BpisId%3A5000000200445150&curPageLogUid=brnbxJVWCOZc&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A%7Cx_object_id%3A1005009984676938%7C_p_origin_prod%3A1005008582104178
I have a Sega Genesis mini that has been hacked and I can get my Atari fix on that. But I never really got into the Atari 2600 or 7800. I was busy at the time, especially early 80's, getting my family fleshed out, on track, moving down the right road. Having been married in 77 and having our daughter in 82. It wasn't until my daughter was five that I became interested in having a computer, Commodore 64. And finding a computer program in a bargain bin called Bubble Bobble. My daughter and I had daily sessions of that game. That got me into gaming. My first experience with Atari was the Atari Lynx. Which I am busy with now trying to use up a bag of batteries that was from Christmas led candles. Traditions!! Every year I do this.
This thing is way over priced. Something like this is normally 19 to 29 USD and found in a Walmart, Walgreens, Target, or a Five Below. For this kind of money you can get an Anbernic portable which is a top quality China console. The long link below will take you to what I am talking about. And coming from Aliexpress if the console comes with a micro SD you better believe you will not need to look up and add any roms.
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256809798362186.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.2.1ff7QjIQQjIQWd&algo_pvid=1c420db5-d034-4530-ba95-22769d2bc36f&algo_exp_id=1c420db5-d034-4530-ba95-22769d2bc36f-1&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22order%22%3A%22476%22%2C%22eval%22%3A%221%22%2C%22orig_sl_item_id%22%3A%221005009984676938%22%2C%22orig_item_id%22%3A%221005008582104178%22%2C%22fromPage%22%3A%22search%22%7D&pdp_npi=6%40dis%21USD%21134.94%2150.87%21%21%21134.94%2150.87%21%402101eecd17702149014464067e6401%2112000055925992113%21sea%21US%21162412247%21X%211%210%21n_tag%3A-29919%3Bd%3A8de7e4f0%3Bm03_new_user%3A-29895%3BpisId%3A5000000200445150&curPageLogUid=brnbxJVWCOZc&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A%7Cx_object_id%3A1005009984676938%7C_p_origin_prod%3A1005008582104178
I have a Sega Genesis mini that has been hacked and I can get my Atari fix on that. But I never really got into the Atari 2600 or 7800. I was busy at the time, especially early 80's, getting my family fleshed out, on track, moving down the right road. Having been married in 77 and having our daughter in 82. It wasn't until my daughter was five that I became interested in having a computer, Commodore 64. And finding a computer program in a bargain bin called Bubble Bobble. My daughter and I had daily sessions of that game. That got me into gaming. My first experience with Atari was the Atari Lynx. Which I am busy with now trying to use up a bag of batteries that was from Christmas led candles. Traditions!! Every year I do this.
#87
General Discussion / Re: Paring Collection - 2026?
Last post by BLUEVOODU - February 04, 2026, 10:00:16 AMQuote from: CreepinDeth on February 03, 2026, 10:19:44 PMNot sure yet. Will have to look at my collection. I've honestly forgotten what I have. I do know I have Ocarina and Majora's Mask. I'll probably finish MM before I sell it, if I decide to.
Majora's Mask is such a great game. It's awesome on the 3DS as well. I remember playing Ocarina of Time with my Ocarina of Time themed 3DS (smaller one). That game in 3D is crazy lol. I also just created a 3DS topic on this.
I will say... it still is a bit crazy to see so many from CDG wanting to start pairing their collections. I knew I couldn't have been the only one. If I had more room, I might be a bit more on the side of keeping stuff.
BTW.. as mentioned in my list, I am looking to potentially sell off my MVS cabinet. I bought it from a Neo member that passed many years ago. There are many old memories attached to it. Original CRT, sound.. everything works. Just need a new board - which works... but long story that I need to fully remember (and make shorter)
#88
Nintendo - Switch 2, Switch, 3DS, and Wii-U / Nintendo 3DS - What a Crazy In...
Last post by BLUEVOODU - February 04, 2026, 09:53:09 AMI was thinking about this in the Pairing Collection thread... What a crazy invention the 3DS was. I know the 3DS 3D effects caused headaches for some players and others could not perceive the 3D effects. Even I limited my exposure to the 3D effects... just wasn't sure about it.
The Nintendo DS (Dual Screen) was cool... but then a 3DS (3D Dual Screen) that presented itself with the capability to show you 3D games without glasses or any other devices... that's pretty cool.
My 1st exposure to the 3DS was Zelda: The Ocarina of Time. I bought the 3DS bundle with Ocarina of Time (OOT, remember that old acronym?) badged system. Speaking of badged systems... I miss those old themed systems. You just don't see that anymore... or at least it's been awhile Switch wise (all other consoles don't seem to do it). Back on point, it was a bit mind blowing to see this... in 2011 too.
Honestly, I didn't use the feature that much... it just felt a little funky while using the 3D (eyes/head)... but it was awesome at the same time that they achieved this. What experiences did you have? Try to come up with the positives as well as negatives.
Thoughts? comments... post it up!
The Nintendo DS (Dual Screen) was cool... but then a 3DS (3D Dual Screen) that presented itself with the capability to show you 3D games without glasses or any other devices... that's pretty cool.
My 1st exposure to the 3DS was Zelda: The Ocarina of Time. I bought the 3DS bundle with Ocarina of Time (OOT, remember that old acronym?) badged system. Speaking of badged systems... I miss those old themed systems. You just don't see that anymore... or at least it's been awhile Switch wise (all other consoles don't seem to do it). Back on point, it was a bit mind blowing to see this... in 2011 too.
Honestly, I didn't use the feature that much... it just felt a little funky while using the 3D (eyes/head)... but it was awesome at the same time that they achieved this. What experiences did you have? Try to come up with the positives as well as negatives.
Thoughts? comments... post it up!
#89
General Discussion / Re: Transformers One
Last post by BLUEVOODU - February 04, 2026, 07:42:09 AMNo one saw this film? If no one checked it out... it's definitely worth a view. It is on Prime right now, not sure about other services.
#90
Retro Gaming and Hardware / Re: Metal Slug on the Sega Gen...
Last post by BLUEVOODU - February 04, 2026, 07:32:42 AMYeah... I definitely break out Metal Slug as well on several different consoles. Even the 3DS version of Metal Slug 7 is pretty awesome.
I agree @Grindspine ... this looks really good, especially for the Genesis. I'm curious on if there are any slow down parts of the game or if they worked those out as well. The original Metal Slug had some spots of slow down
I agree @Grindspine ... this looks really good, especially for the Genesis. I'm curious on if there are any slow down parts of the game or if they worked those out as well. The original Metal Slug had some spots of slow down