Virtual Console & WiiWare release master thread

this week

VC
Enduro Racer Sega Master System 500 points

WiiWare
Strong Bad Episode 5 - 8-Bit is Enough 1000 Points
http://www.wiiware-world.com/games/wiiware/strong_bad_episode_5_8_bit_is_enough

Big Kahuna Party 700 Points
http://www.wiiware-world.com/games/wiiware/big_kahuna_party
 
Sadly, just one game again on the week of Christmas. Yet it's one game I'm sure you'll be talking about this week....from SEGA.....

http://www.vc-reviews.com/news/2008/12/usa_vc_update_phantasy_star_iv

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PHANTASY STAR IV!!
 
WiiWare adds two games:

Fun! Fun! Minigolf:
Play minigolf with your friends in beautiful environments. Choose a character and turn your Wii Remote controller into a golf club. With its easy-to-use controls, all you need to do is aim, swing and see who’s the best putter. Play 27 holes spread across America, Asia and Europe. Enjoy exotic locations all over the world. Go for gold in single-player mode, or invite your friends. Fun! Fun! Minigolf supports up to four players. You can use one to four Wii Remote controllers. Fun! Fun! Minigolf is the ultimate party game for everyone.

Two Cents: Fun Fun Minigolf was designed by the creator of Nanostray on NDS.

Tiki Towers:
Tiki Towers is a game of construction, destruction, problem-solving and monkeys. Reclaim the islands of your tribe by defeating a series of evil enemy chiefs. Work with your monkey friends to build towers out of bamboo poles, coconuts and vines. Match wits against the enemy chiefs bent on destroying your towers and driving you from the islands. Navigate levels filled with crazy building challenges, and deal with unfriendly wildlife and other environmental obstacles. Get your monkeys to chant for the BananaMana necessary to counter enemy attacks. Play in either single-player or two-player cooperative mode in this game where monkeys rule.
 
1 NES game on VC This week of Dec 28th

http://www.vc-reviews.com/games/nes/zodas_revenge_startropics_ii

ZODA'S REVENGE: STAR TROPICS 2

Take on the role of Mike Jones, intrepid hero of the StarTropics universe, and once again battle the evil alien Zoda to control the fate of the Argonian people. In this journey, the island hopping of Mike's original adventure gives way to traveling through time and visiting locations around the world. And you never know what famous historical figures may appear along the way, giving Mike helpful advice or useful items.

Luckily, Mike also has a wider range of weapons and improved play control on his side, so he may yet stand a chance against Zoda. Can you help Mike stand the test of time and save the world again?

My two cents: More RPG goodness? you got it! This was a sweet sequel!
 
WiiWare recieves an odd Japanese port to our American Wiiware

Maboshi's Arcade- 800 points

Featuring three distinct modes and simultaneous play across three game windows, the constantly changing environment of Maboshi’s Arcade creates an atmosphere unlike any other. Each of the modes is based on one of three familiar shapes (circle, stick and square) and offers the same goal: score a million points. Use the intuitive controls to bash enemies in Circle mode, weave your way through Stick mode or burn a path around obstacles in Square mode - all while dealing with power-up items and keeping watch on which effects the other game windows may have on your own. Also featuring Mii characters, action replays that you can send to your Wii Friends via WiiConnect24, and the ability to download a version to a Nintendo DS, you may never want to leave this arcade.

Cue Sports: Snooker Vs Billiards- 500 points

Grab your Wii Remote controller and take a shot at this virtual billiard game. Enjoy match-ups, playing classic favorites such as 9 Ball, 8 Ball, Rotation and Snooker, as well as walk-through trick shots in Puzzle mode. Connect to Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection (Nintendo WFC) to go head-to-head with your friends, or even hustle opponents across the world in Nintendo WFC match-ups. This game offers two types of controls, allowing you to virtually strike the cue ball with your Wii Remote controller or use the buttons to adjust the strength of your shot and then strike. Hone your skills in Practice mode, learning all the cool techniques you need to be a true hustler. Use the edit feature to create your own challenge and nail the trick shot you’ve always dreamed of sinking. Pull off an amazing shot and show everyone who’s the biggest shark in the pool
 
This week: 1 VC and 1 WiiWare game by KONAMI this week of January 4th.

Virtual Console receives:

KIRBY'S DREAM LAND 3- SNES- 800 points

The game returns to the gameplay from the second Dream Land game for Game Boy - It's got rather standard Kirby platforming, but you can get aid from sidekicks if you need. Simply make your way through every stage, defeating a boss at the end of every world. Each of the five worlds has six regular stages and a boss stage.

When you first play Dream Land 3 the first thing you'll probably notice will be the graphics - The game has a unique visual style, featuring characters, objects and backgrounds that appear to have been drawn by crayons. Although some people might use the age-old arguement that this looks "kiddy", it actually looks really good - Which really should be expected of a game released in 1997, after the Nintendo 64 was already out!


WiiWare receives:

Sandy Beach - 500 points

Enjoy a fun day at Sandy Beach as you build elaborate sand castles. You can work peacefully on your sand castle or enter into a battle with invading crabs in Crab Battle mode. Players will strategically build their sand castle and use cannons to defend it against an army of destructive crabs. After successfully defending your sand castle, discover beach treasures and additional cannons with your metal detector to customize your castle even more
 
And now, my moment of glory....1 VC Game today...but it's one I've been waiting to complete my collection for the LONGEST TIME.

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CASTLEVANIA 3: DRACULA'S CURSE- NES- 500 points

Need I say more? Travel back to 15th Century Europe! Meet Simon Belmont's Granddaddy, Trevor Belmont! See how the Belmont clan became fimilar with the mysterious ALUCARD! Meet the pirate, Grant, who's family was slain by Dracula's Horde! Also, the Vampire Huntress, Sylpha! The game that inspired CastleVania Symphony of the Night and is personally one of my favorite CastleVania's of ALL TIME.
 
WiiWare recieves 2 games today:

Planet Pachinko (WiiWare)- 500 Wii Points

Can you survive the Pachinkeet Temples of Planet Pachinko? In the future of the future, an ancient civilization has sealed away its riches in elaborate temples dedicated to the game of pachinko. Now the Robot family must fight through these dangerous temples in search of their lost puppy. Using their rockets, lasers, grenades and slime launchers, will they be able to survive the challenges? They aren't the only ones adventuring through the temples. The pirate Vile Vill and his minions are looking to loot the temples and take on the Robot family. Play in single-player mode or with a friend in exciting two-player co-op.

Jungle Speed (WiiWare)- 1000 Wii Points

Jungle Speed is a lightning-fast card game for the entire family, where quick reflexes and a keen eye will put you on top. Flip your cards, watch your opponents and grab the totem at the right moment to win the game. Just when you think you've got it down, a new card can temporarily change the rules and keep you on the edge. Play starts when the first person flips a card. Moving around the table, symbols are revealed until two of the exposed cards match. Players with matching cards must then scramble to grasp the totem in the middle of the table; the loser gets the winner's cards and anything in the pot. With paws flying, be the first person to get rid of all your cards and win the game.
 
Week of January 19th:

MUSHA- Genesis- 800 points:

MUSHA is a Sega Mega Drive / Genesis game that shooter fans favor for its intense and exciting gameplay. Players must control Terri, a girl who pilots a MUSHA (Metallic Uniframe Super Hybrid Armor). Terri's goal is to eliminate Dire 51, an Intellicomputer that has gone out of control and is planning an offensive attack upon humanity.

Use special weapons like the Vanishing Buster, Blazing Beam and Defensive Detonator, along with offensive options that allow six types of formation fire. Battle through seven exhilarating levels to finally reach and destroy Dire 51 once and for all.


Oooo this game is for the hardcore only, careful boys and girls, Mega is about to EXPLODE.
 
WiiWare receives 2 games this week of January 19th:

Family Glide Hockey- 500 points:

Daddy, Mommy, Sarah and Billy are back for more family fun, and this time it's glide hockey. Hone your skills in a gymnasium, a forest park, a beach, an amusement park, even the freezing Arctic. Family Glide Hockey sports appealing cel-shaded graphics and endearing music to go with its friendly, competitive match-ups. Choose between single-player mode, versus mode (up to four players can play), or challenge your skill in engaging minigames such as Glide Hockey Brawl, Glide Hockey Drill and Glide Hockey Tracer.

Sad, this game is made by ARKSYS, famous for publishing Guilty Gear...."

High Voltage Hot Rod Show- 1000 points:

High Voltage Hot Rod Show is a slick and fast-paced racer that challenges up to four players to tear up the track on a variety of off-road courses, mastering death-defying stunts and building enough Boost to stomp the competition. Players must learn to tame their monster Hot Rods by nailing ramps, power slides, bunny hops and tricks while avoiding mud pits and smashing through Boost Rings to fill their Boost Meters. Players can compete against seven CPU opponents in Championship mode or set their best lap times in the time trials. Top times can be uploaded to an online scoreboard via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection* and shared with players around the world. Multiplayer supports up to four players in split-screen mode, giving each player a wide range of controller choices.
 
1 WiiWare and 1 VC Game this week of January 26th. Yet it's one solid VC game!

WiiWare

Niki - Rock 'n' Ball (Bplus, 1-2 players, Rated E for Everyone-Comic Mischief, 500 Wii Points): Are you in love with those unforgettable arcade classics where the only goal is to vanquish all opponents to reach the next stage? Niki - Rock 'n' Ball is a new interpretation of those games with a completely innovative and unique gaming mechanism. Roll along with Niki through fantastic worlds, find all the ZeLeLi pearls, and liberate your village from cuddly-yet-evil monsters before it's too late. Timing is everything. Jump in the nick of time to avoid landing amid barbs. Hop across the stages thanks to the realistic gaming physics. Snap on the ZeLeLi amulet, transform yourself into Niki Rock, and force even the most obstinate monster to its knees. Explore all the stages and win valuable medals while dribbling through them, alone or with a friend. Use familiar controls in Retro style, or experience novel controls in the Wii style.

Virtual Console

Wonder Boy™ in Monster Land™ (SEGA MASTER SYSTEM, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone-Alcohol Reference, Mild Cartoon Violence, 500 Wii Points): After the defeat of the evil king, the kingdom of Wonder Land was a paradise…for a time. The peace was broken when a ferocious, fire-breathing dragon struck without warning and took over Wonder Land with a swarm of evil, monstrous henchmen, turning the once-peaceful land into the utterly chaotic Monster Land. Unable to fight, the people now look to Wonder Boy. Realizing that he is Wonder Land's last hope, Wonder Boy sets out on an incredible journey to rid the country of the monsters and defeat the "invincible" evil dragon. Guide Wonder Boy through various environments and dungeons, and defeat enemies using Special Weapons and Spells.
 
Week of February 2nd.

2 WiiWare games today:

LONPOS (Nintendo, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone, 800 Wii Points): A puzzle game not for the weak of heart, LONPOS tasks players with solving puzzles revolving around a rectangular area comprised of 55 spaces. Using 12 different pieces, the goal is to fill the entire playing field and not have any pieces left over.

Snowboard Riot (Hudson Entertainment, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone-Mild Fantasy Violence, 1,000 Wii Points): Hudson's snowboarding game takes advantage of the Wii Balance Board and is full of ... well, racing down mountains covered in snow.

1 Virtual Console game today:

Sonic Chaos (SEGA MASTER SYSTEM, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone, 500 Wii Points): Players can go through the game as either Sonic or Tails in an attempt to stop Dr. Eggman, who has nabbed the Red Chaos Emerald and plans to use it to create nuclear weapons. No, we did not just make that up.

Mega's 2 cents: This is actually another Sega GameGear port, but it's one of my favorite Sonic games, since it was the first of the Game Gear Dozen Sonic games, that finally allowed you to play as TAILS. The SMS port was only released in Europe and Brazil, so consider this a lovely import.
 
Week of Feb. 8th:

1 VC Game & 1 Wiiware game. Plus they're GOOD ONES!

Wolf of the Battlefield II: MERCS (Sega Genesis, 1 player, rated T for Teen, 800 Wii Points)

Following a rash of terrorism outbreaks and increasing opposition from guerilla fighters, the U.S. government has decided to hire a group of professional mercenaries to undergo secret missions, battling through enemy lines to go where no ordinary soldier would dare to go.

Based on the popular arcade game, the Sega Mega Drive / Genesis version of MERCS lets you play as a merc and also adds an original mode, allowing players to choose from five different characters. Take no prisoners as you shoot, drive jeeps and tanks, and clash against huge bosses to accomplish your mission.

Mega's Two Cents: This game series by Capcom is hardcore Billy-B.A. If you loved Ghouls N Ghosts, Strider, and Forgotten Worlds on the Genesis, please get this game, MERCS is a solid action title. It's been renamed to match it's other brothers to set the record straight, just like the Final Fantasy sequels. Wolf of the Battlefield: Commando (NES/Arcade), and Wolf of the Battlefield 3 (XBLA & PSN). In Japan, it's always been known as "Wolf of the Battlefield". Plus the Genesis has a bonus "Original Mode" for kicks. A worthy buy to anyone. Only downside, is the co-op mode was removed in the Genesis edition for unknown reason. In Capcom Classics Collection, it shows in the original Arcade edition that you can have 3 players at the same time!


WiiWare:

LIT- (WiiWare, 1 player, 800 points) -A Horror Puzzle game! ::D

Dark creatures have taken over Jake's high school, and it's up to you to guide him through each classroom in order to be reunited with his girlfriend Rachael. Existing light sources must be used smartly to create bridges of light for Jake to cross. One false step and Jake gets pulled into the darkness. Along the way he'll encounter twisted versions of his school's faculty, which must be battled in order to advance. LIT is a horror/puzzle game that requires the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers. It contains 30 levels, five boss battles, replay modes and several unlockables, including multiple endings, Dark Mode timed challenges and an unlockable character.

Mega's 2 cents: Are you afraid of the Dark?
 
The week of Feb 15th. 1 VC Game, 1 WiiWare game again.

Life Force (NES, 2 player, 500 Wii Points)

This classic shooter, originally ported to the NES in August 1988, is a spin-off of the seminal Gradius series. Pilot the Vic Viper through six stages of intense action, alternating between horizontally and vertically scrolling environments, and take on wave after wave of enemies. Destroy particular enemies throughout the game (which takes place within the body of an enormous alien) to release power-up capsules and equip your ship with your choice of more powerful weapons, extra speed and shields.

Utilize the power-ups carefully, though, as a fearsome guardian lurks at the end of each stage and won't be easily defeated. You can go it alone or bring along a friend to take on the challenge simultaneously. Do you have what it takes to save your planet?

I considered it a semi-sequel, takes place after Gradius II. This port is okay, but I'd rather play it on it's Turbo Grafx 16 CD port, which was cooler.

Evasive Space (WiiWare- 4 players- 1000 Wii Points)

Launch a one-of-a-kind mission to rescue the stars. The universe is going dark, and it’s up to you, Konki the Stellar Guardian, to set things right. Dr. Dark Matter and his roving band of space thieves have stolen many of the Constellation Stones that make up the heavens. It's time to suit up, power up, recover the Stones and once again bring light to the night sky. Using the Wii Remote™ controller's unique pointer capabilities, simply point and thrust Konki through 20 dangerous time- and collection-based missions in the harshest of environments. Navigate through narrow, mazelike astral caves riddled with space worms, steam pipes and mining drills. Explore vast space stations while avoiding turret fire, mines and huge crushing gears. Weave through cluttered asteroid fields and gaseous planetary rings. Evade the hazards, pick up precious items and ship upgrades, and save the Constellation Stones before the night sky is lost forever.
 
Ladies and gentlemen of EGA I am proud to present the most classic of classic gaming systems has landed on Virtual Console. THE COMMODORE 64! Each game is 500 points! We are so graciously presented with 3 Virtual Console games from the C64!

International Karate <--- Super old school fighting
Pitstop 2 <--- Pole Position but with combat elements like Rock N Roll Racing or Mario Kart
The Last Ninja <--- A shinobi like game in an RPG old school setting!

As for WiiWare:

ONSLAUGHT- (1000 points- FPS- Rated T)
You become part of the elite Intersteller Strike Force, fighting against an overwhelming onslaught of alien life-forms! Besides the normal game, Onsalught includes modes that let you play with rivals from around the world using Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. Team up with up to three other people in Free Battle mode. Or compete on special maps to see who can get the most points by killing enemies before the time runs out in Ranking Battle Mode.
 
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