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[General Gaming / new model psp - psp go!]

new psp go!

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / the very best of bomberman?]

so, what would you say is the very best of the best bomberman games on pce?  first and foremost, which has the very tightest and responsive controls?  i know they're relatively close to one another, but there must be some subtle difference tucked away in one of them that puts it on the ace.  outside of control, as an overall package, which is the very best?

[Off-Topic / whew - done with my project, so out of my hole...]

i've finally finished up a project that i've been working on for quite some time.  it had pretty much sucked me away from connection with the outside world.  anyhow, it's done and i've crawled back to the surface.  the light is pretty.

some of you might be interested in the game that came out of it all:
glum buster
it's free.

time for me to binge on some turbo/pce games

[General Gaming / don't miss it - toys 'r us' annual buy-2-get-1-free blowout (oct. 12 - 18th)]

passing it on:
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It's that time again. Pasting this from someone at Cheap Ass Gamer's site
Buy 2 Games, Get 1 Free
Sunday and Monday only, save 30% on any Wii accessory. Excludes Wii
Remotes and Nunchuks, but Points cards are game. This is for these two
days only.
Read on for the best B2G1 FAQ in the biz!
Ladies and gentlemen, it's time for the big show....
Official Toys R Us B2G1 FAQ
Date of Sale: Sunday, October 12th - Saturday, October 18th 2008
In an effort to help the gaming masses, this FAQ will try to answer
all questions you may have about this year's Toys R Us sale. It will
also help you out in getting more bang out of your buck, how returns
and exchanges will be handled, and any other interesting tidbits you
may need answered. Any questions, comments, concerns, issues, gripes
can be made here.
The Sale
Buy any two video games from anything in stock, and get a third game
for free. The free game will either be the cheapest one, or the third
game of three games with the same price point.
Is the sale online?
Yes, but until the deal goes online I do not know if there will be
restrictions based on system or price point.
Is the deal available in Canada?
Sorry Canuckers
So if I buy three $60 games, I get a $60 game for free?
Yes, you can pick up any three games, at any price point. If three
games are the same price the third one rang up at the register will be
the free one.

Can I only get three games?
No, you can get as many games as you want, in multiples of three, and
you will get a third free for every two you buy.
Can I mix and match my three games?
Yes, you can choose between all available systems for your three
games. Example, you can buy two PS3 titles and one Wii title and get
the least expensive one free.

What about bundled games (ex. DMC Triple Pack) of games that come with
an accessory (ex. Guitar Hero)?
These games are also a part of the sale. As long as the product comes
with video game software, no matter the price, it will count for the
sale. The only exclusion will be the Wii Zapper.
But a game that comes out the 14th is what I really want, what about that?
Any game that comes out during the week of the sale will be part of
the sale. For games that come out after the sale, see the Placeholder
section of the FAQ.
Can I preorder a game as one of my games?
No. Unlike a Gamestop, you cannot fully put money down on future
titles, only a small, $5 deposit. Games that come out after the 20th
of October are not part of the sale.
How the Deal works at the register
(PAY ATTENTION IF YOU ARE CHANCING A RETURN)
Example one, three games, different prices.
000000000000 PS2 Madden 2007 $49.99
000000000000 X360 Dead Rising $59.99
000000000000 NDS Nintendogs Dalmation $29.99
When the three games get rung up, this is how they look on your
receipt before the deal is taken off.
000000000000 PS2 Madden 2007 $49.99
000000000000 X360 Dead Rising $59.99
000000000000 NDS Nintendogs Dalmation $0.00
After the Total key is hit, the game that is the cheapest will go to
$0.00. Does not matter the order it is rung, the cheapest one always
comes off.

Example two, three games same price
000000000000 PS2 Madden 2007 $49.99
000000000000 X360 Lego Star Wars 2 $49.99
000000000000 PS2 Valkyrie Profile 2 $49.99
Once again, before the Total key is hit.
000000000000 PS2 Madden 2007 $49.99
000000000000 X360 Lego Star Wars 2 $49.99
000000000000 PS2 Valkyrie Profile 2 $0.00
When there are three games with the same price, the third game in the
list will ALWAYS be the one that comes off as free.

Example three, six games or more, different prices
000000000000 PS2 Madden 2007 $49.99
000000000000 X360 Lego Star Wars 2 $49.99
000000000000 PS2 Valkyrie Profile 2 $49.99
000000000000 PS2 Madden 2007 $49.99
000000000000 X360 Dead Rising $59.99
000000000000 NDS Nintendogs Dalmation $29.99
Before Total is hit.
000000000000 PS2 Madden 2007 $49.99
000000000000 X360 Lego Star Wars 2 $49.99
000000000000 PS2 Valkyrie Profile 2 $0.00
000000000000 PS2 Madden 2007 $49.99
000000000000 X360 Dead Rising $59.99
000000000000 NDS Nintendogs Dalmation $0.00
When six games or more are bought, the system looks at games three at
a time, depending in which order they were scanned, from top to
bottom. Here we see that the third $49.99 game scanned, and the $29.99
game came off. It is very crucial that you pay attention to the order
that the games are being scanned in when purchasing six or more
titles.

Example four, odd amount of games purchased
000000000000 PS2 Madden 2007 $49.99
000000000000 X360 Lego Star Wars 2 $49.99
000000000000 PS2 Valkyrie Profile 2 $49.99
000000000000 NDS Nintendogs Dalmation $29.99
Before the Total key
000000000000 PS2 Madden 2007 $49.99
000000000000 X360 Lego Star Wars 2 $49.99
000000000000 PS2 Valkyrie Profile 2 $ 0.00
000000000000 NDS Nintendogs Dalmation $29.99
The register system will always look at the three most expensive
games, making the free one out of that set. If you purchase an odd
number of games, you do not have to worry if one of them is priced a
lot lower then the ones you want for the sale.
Paying attention and knowing this stuff is incredibly important when
you are buying multiples of games, and "placeholder" titles for mid
week releases.

Return Policy
TRU's video game return policy is 45 days, unopened with a dated
receipt or gift receipt. If the game is opened, it can only be
exchanged with the same title. No exceptions.
Due to how the deal is rang up, the games that do not come up free can
be returned or exchanged for it's full value. The game that rings up
free cannot be returned or exchanged because it has no value, only if
it is defective can it be exchanged for the same title. Make sure the
free game is something you want, or you are pretty much boned.

TRU's M-Rated Policy
Toys R Us has a very strict policy towards M rated software. A very
small selection of M rated titles are in view on the floor, the rest
are kept locked up behind the register in the glass case. You must be
17 or older with proper identification to buy any M rated game at TRU.
If you are interested in a M rated title you do not see, ask an
associate if they have it locked up in the back.

How to properly buy Placeholder games
I cannot guarantee this will work at all Toys R Us stores, some
management might be against the idea, use at your own risk.
If a game you really want is coming out after the sale ends, but you
don't want to risk missing out on something on the shelves right now,
the step by step here is what you do. Remember, the return policy is
set at 45 days from purchase.
1. Pick the two games that you want.
2. Pick up a game that has the same price point as the game coming
out, and the same price point as the two games you picked up. Example,
if the game you want is $60, buy three $60 games during the week.
3. Make sure that every third game rung up, the free one, is NOT the
placeholder game, but one you want to keep. DO NOT LOSE THE RECEIPT!
4. When the game you want comes in, bring the receipt and the
placeholder game to the customer service desk, and tell them that you
want to exchange the game for something else. Make sure you make
specific that you want to keep the one or two games, and that you want
one or two different games instead. MAKE SURE THE GAME YOU WANT TO
RETURN IS NOT OPENED.
5. If everything is in order, the exchange will be finished and enjoy
your new game!
The 45 days will take you into the first week of December, so plan accordingly.
45 Days of Quality
Below you will see the more notable releases for all the current
consoles and handhelds that will be out before the 45 day return
limit.
Notable PS3 releases...
October 14th: Saints Row 2, Socom Confrontation
October 19th: Rock Band 2
October 21st: Bioshock, Eternal Sonata, Far Cry 2, LittleBigPlanet,
Midnight Club LA
October 26th: Guitar Hero World Tour
October 28th: Fallout 3, Motorstorm Pacifc Rift, Singstar Vol 2
November 4th: Quantum of Solace, Resistance 2, EndWar
November 9th: Smackdown vs Raw
November 11th: Mirror's Edge, Call of Duty World at War, Valkyria Chronicles
November 18th: Prince of Persia, Tomb Raider Underworld
Notable Xbox 360 releases...
October 21st: Fable II, Far Cry 2, Midnight Club LA
October 26th: Guitar Hero World Tour
October 28th: Fallout 3, Scene It? Box Office Smash
November 4th: Quantum of Solace, EndWar
November 7th: Gears of War 2
November 9th: Smackdown vs Raw
November 11th: Call of Duty World at War, Banjo Kazooie Nuts and
Bolts, Command and Conquer Red Alert 3, Mirror's Edge
November 17th: Lips
November 18th: Prince of Persia, Tomb Raider Underworld, You're in the Movies
November 20th: The Last Remnant, Left 4 Dead
Notable Wii releases...
October 20th: Wii Music
October 21st: Cooking Mama World Kitchen
October 26th: Guitar Hero World Tour
November 4th: Quantum of Solace
November 5th: Monster Lab
November 9th: Smackdown vs Raw
November 11th: Call of Duty World at War, Rayman Raving Rabbids TV
Party, Star Wars The Clone Wars, Tales of Symphonia Dawn of the New
World
November 16th: Animal Crossing City Folk
November 18th: Rock Band 2, Tomb Raider Underworld
Notable DS releases...
October 21st: Castlevania Order of Ecclesia, Rune Factory 2
October 28th: MySims Kingdom
November 3rd: Touchmaster 2
November 4th: EndWar, Quantum of Solace
November 9th: Smackdown vs Raw
November 10th: Pokemon Ranger Shadows of Almia
November 11th: Call of Duty World at War, Tecmo Bowl Kickoff
November 17th: Guitar Hero DS Decades
November 18th: Luminous Arc 2
Notable PSP releases...
October 21st: Star Ocean FIst Departure, Midnight Club LA
November 9th: Smackdown vs Raw

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / bonk 3 u.s. virtual console release - hu or scd?]

can anyone confirm which format the u.s. virtual console release of bonk 3 is?  i've done a good amount of searching, and all reports are either unclear or wishy-washy on the matter.  if any of you have downloaded it and can provide a definite confirmation, it would be much appreciated.

[Buy/Sell/Trade / WTB - Kaze Kiri (only if in super good condition)]

i'm looking to snatch up a copy of kaze kiri that's in great condition.  if you're the human who can fill that gap in my collection, please holler back and i'll gladly trade you some moolah for the game.

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Wanted: Final Soldier]

if any of you have** a copy of Final Soldier and are willing to part with it for a reasonable price, i'll be way more than stoked to take it off your hands.

(**or know of a trustworthy place to get)

[Off-Topic / slick to see this place still kicking strong]

being buried in the dev of my own game even more than ever over the past few months - pushing toward beta - it's rare that i get to pop in and see what's cooking here.  and, it's always grand when i get a chance to do so, because this place is always alive with interesting chatter.

great to see you all keeping this goodness flowing.  i love being able to count on finding interesting pc-engine et al info here.  won't be long before i finish up my game - Glum Buster - and can start hanging out here on a more frequent basis.

keep rocking!
(and begging that rondo of blood sees a u.s. wii vc release - the japanese make me jealous.)

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / the pce hu-cards that every pce owner should have?]

so, this will likely be a tough one.

what're the must-own pce hu-cards? (oh, ones that either don't have a u.s. version at all, or ones who's u.s. version is somehow really inferior)

i need to justify a potential investment in a dope region+svid modded duo-r

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / duo uh-oh (aka, my redbook audio seems to be going wonky)]

so, in a bizarre turn of events, the redbook (cd) audio on my duo seems to be taking a dive.
whenever i turn it on, any cd audio is inaudible (basically, i don't get the cd music, but all board-driven sfx/jingles/etc. are fine).
however, it only remains as such for a few minutes - then the cd audio quickly blends back to audibility, and remains.
strange...  almost as if it has to "warm up" or something.

i've had this particular duo for about 10 years, but this just started occurring a couple of days ago.

anyone else ever run into this issue?  if so, any suggestions for remedying it?

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / using the pc engine software bible site]

on the site, is there any consistent and simple way to understand which regions each of the games were released in?

i can't seem to find any logic that illustrates the point.

(of course, it's obvious when a game is released in japan as most of the screenshots show title screens with kanji - but it doesn't say if there was also a u.s. and/or pal release of the same game)

http://www.pcengine.co.uk/

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / japanese cd games on a u.s. duo?]

yeah, probably a stupid question - but, can u.s. duos play japanese disc games without any mod or extension?

[General Gaming / where in the name is just 1 single copy of hudson best vol. 3 pc-genjin?]

for a couple of years now, i've been trying hard to track down a copy of the hudson best vol. 3 pc-genjin (for ps2 or gamecube).  but, alas, to no avail.  i can't seem to find a copy a n y w h e r e...  not even on ebay...

insane?

have any of you ever managed to run across a purchasable copy of the game?  i'd love to own it.

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / duo simearth thoughts?]

i've never played the scd/duo version of simearth.
and, i cannot seem to find any impressions out there on the old interweb.

anybody have any thoughts on this rev of the game?  if so, i'd appreciate any words you could toss