WIPLN:Ghostbusters, Prototype

Prototype

I was hoping to finish this game last night as I was 22/31 missions in. I finished about 3 more and then I got to a point that was just too hard and I tried about 5 times to finish and just couldn't so I took the game back. I may try to finish later but I just got to the point where it was frustrating and I thought pretty cheap. I understand ramping up the difficulty but there are limits. I did enjoy my time with the game I only wish it didn't get so hard near the end.

Ghostbusters

I wanted to rent Call of Jaurez 2 but it was out so I picked up Ghostbusters on the 360 and I am very impressed so far. The graphics are outstanding and it has some great dialog. The characters look real and the proto gun ray looks awesome as you slice and tear up the room while trying to catch a ghost. I did have trouble seeing some of the ghosts attack as they can get behind you and throw items and also slime you. It pretty fun trying to wrangle in a ghost as it struggles trying to break free from your grasp.

Spelunky

This is a great little game that you must go download and try.

WIPLN:Tiger Wii, Zelda

I went home this weekend and helped my parents install a laminate floor. I've seen many DIY shows and it seemed pretty simple but of course it isn't and it takes a lot of bending and pushing and pain. I'll relate that story later this week.

I didn't get much gaming in but I did play Tiger Wii which is still very good. I'm not a fan of the chipping but the other aspects are great. I then spent a little time
with Zelda. I'm not sure why I'm playing this but it is kind of relaxing to me.

Spelunky

If you like Rouge-like games and platformers then this is the game for you. It is a mix of Rouge, random dungeons, items, and enemies, with some basic platforming. It was created by Derek Yu and although it is simple the core gameplay keeps you coming back for more.

I've had a few good laughs already and there are a lot of random events that can happen so if you get some free time google it then download it.

WIPLN:Prototype

Not much gaming last night as I packed a little more for the new house.

Prototype is starting to get very difficult as they send more and more enemies at you. The helicopters now have missiles that send you flying after trying to dodge unsuccessfully. I did open up a pretty cool move where when you jump in the air and target someone then hold down x and you will come crashing down on them then surf on their body for around 10 feet.

Iphone:Shon Spends Money

Well for some reason I broke the IPhone rule and bought Doom Resurrection and it is pretty good. The graphics and sound are very well done and do give you the feeling of Doom 3. I like the mechanics of aiming(accelerometer), and dodging and I'm glad they chose this method over tapping enemies on the screen even though you do have to touch items to pick them up. I started on the easy level and it does take some time to get the hang of aiming and you don't have to tilt the IPhone too much away from you so you don't get disorientated. id is going to continue to put out IPhone games and I hope the quality continues.

I also bought Heroes of Sparta for $.99, it is like God of War. The attacks are similar and you do have a block button which you can also use to roll out of the way which I had a problem doing consistantly. The graphics are really nice and it is definitely worth the price which will only last this week.

Iphone: Doom Resurection

I have been tempted to pick up this game. It is an on-rails shooter but you use the accelerometer to move your aiming reticule. You have a dodge button but move out of the way of projectile weapons and of course a shoot and reload button. The graphics look pretty good but $9.99 is a hard sell on the Iphone. It has 4 difficulty levels and a grading system so there is some replay value. I will wait since they had a sale on the Wolfenstein game within a month of release.

WIPLN:Zelda Windwaker

I was pretty tired after playing Wallyball so I didn't play much but I did try Zelda Windwaker for the Gamecube. I had played quite a bit of this game when it first came out but it's been so long since I've played that I started over. I really like the look of the game and it is fun to romp around in a green suit.