Batman (360) (4Hr)
I'm about 30% through and have unlocked quite a few upgrades. I really like the writing and the story of the game it is very well written and at time quite disturbing. Some of the interview tapes that you find let hear from the inmates themselves and they are well told and at time do make me cringe.
Metroid Prime (Wii) (2Hr)
Madden 10 (360) (1hr)
Played with some more slider settings and I've finally found some that I can run on. I had a great match against the Eagles and I was down 4 with :58 to go and I came back and won with a touchdown pass. I had over 100 yards rushing and the holes where there and the eagles rushed for about the same. I'll post these sliders later, but they are Bill Harris from Dubious Quality, his V3 sliders.
House of the Dead Overkill (Wii) (1hr)
Playing through the directors cut that adds more enemies and more paths but only 3 lives, and I'm at the fourth level out of 6 so I am getting close.
Endless Ocean (Wii) (30min)
Great game for relaxing.
Super Mario Galaxy (Wii) (1hr)
I never finished this game but I only had 16 stars to go and I got 2 of them yesterday so I am inching closer.
I got a new Plasma TV for the Wii and that's why I played many Wii games, it does improve the graphics quite a bit.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Friday, August 28, 2009
WIPLN:Sacred 2, Madden 10, Space Invadersm BF1943
Sacred 2 (360) (45min)
We played a little of this, Donald's played a lot, since Steven has a bad internet connection.
Madden 10 (360) (1hr)
Played an online game against Steven and lost. I wish you could change more options in the online environment like sliders and speed but it's still fun. I hope to get the league setup this weekend and ready to start next week.
BF1943 (360) (20min)
Played a couple of matches with everyone.
Space Invaders (Iphone) (30min)
Haven't finished the campaign yet but still evolving so I am getting better weapons and extras.
We played a little of this, Donald's played a lot, since Steven has a bad internet connection.
Madden 10 (360) (1hr)
Played an online game against Steven and lost. I wish you could change more options in the online environment like sliders and speed but it's still fun. I hope to get the league setup this weekend and ready to start next week.
BF1943 (360) (20min)
Played a couple of matches with everyone.
Space Invaders (Iphone) (30min)
Haven't finished the campaign yet but still evolving so I am getting better weapons and extras.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
WIPLN:Batman AA, Metroid Prime
Batman AA (PS3) (3HR)
I had some really WOW moments last night during some boss fights. This game has it all and I'm finally getting a lot better at the combat. Successful combat is in the rhythm of your punches so smashing on the attack button is not the thing to do, you need to time your punch till just after you hit one guy then hit attack to go to the next and then you will have true free-form combat and the different animations are awesome. I played through a challenge level last night where you fight 4 rounds of baddies trying to hit max combos and increase your score. There are other bonuses, not getting hit, kill all enemies in one combo, and clear the ring, which if you can hit the last guy over the rails you will get that bonus. The challenge maps are a great way to improve on your skills so do play them before you beat the game.
Metroid Prime Trilogy (Wii) (1hr)
Trying to play both of these at the same time is getting a little tough but I will try and play for an hour before I goto bed and the game is still great after all these years. I have it hooked up to a 20' TV which is small but the graphics really shine.
I had some really WOW moments last night during some boss fights. This game has it all and I'm finally getting a lot better at the combat. Successful combat is in the rhythm of your punches so smashing on the attack button is not the thing to do, you need to time your punch till just after you hit one guy then hit attack to go to the next and then you will have true free-form combat and the different animations are awesome. I played through a challenge level last night where you fight 4 rounds of baddies trying to hit max combos and increase your score. There are other bonuses, not getting hit, kill all enemies in one combo, and clear the ring, which if you can hit the last guy over the rails you will get that bonus. The challenge maps are a great way to improve on your skills so do play them before you beat the game.
Metroid Prime Trilogy (Wii) (1hr)
Trying to play both of these at the same time is getting a little tough but I will try and play for an hour before I goto bed and the game is still great after all these years. I have it hooked up to a 20' TV which is small but the graphics really shine.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
WIPLN:Batman Arkham Asylum, Metroid Prime Trilogy
Batman Arkham Asylum (PS3) (1hr)
I bought this through Amazon for $47 and got it on the same day as release so that worked out pretty well. I didn't get to put too much time into it because of Wallyball but enjoyed my little time that I did get to spend with it. I got the PS3 version because of the Joker as an exclusive character to use in the challenge mode. There was an install of 1.3G but it did mention that I could install 3G more to make the experience faster but I didn't see where to enable or try that.
In the opening video as it was panning down on the city I noticed a couple of hitches in the frame rate which made me think uh-oh I got the wrong version but after those 2 small hiccups I didn't see it again in the first hour. The graphics are pretty amazing, there is a zoom function and I zoomed in on Jokers face as we were taking him to his cell and the lighting and textures were awesome. The voice work is also excellent I really like Mark Hamill as the Joker and his dialog was perfect.
The combat seems simple at first as there is only one button to punch and one to counter but the moves are devastating. On the final blow the action slows down and then you see Batman pummel the enemy which is very satisfying. You point the stick at which enemy you want to hit so you are flying around to different enemies and the animations are varied and fluid. I am very satisfied with the combat.
The detective skills are okay and it has a nice filter when you use it to see where the enemies are and if they have weapons. The sneak aspect and silent take downs are done well.
I definitely recommend getting this game.
Metroid Prime Trilogy (Wii) (30min)
I've been wanting this game since it was announced, all 3 Metroid games using the new control style. I have all 3 games but only beat the 3rd one so I want to go back and play the others in order.
I bought this through Amazon for $47 and got it on the same day as release so that worked out pretty well. I didn't get to put too much time into it because of Wallyball but enjoyed my little time that I did get to spend with it. I got the PS3 version because of the Joker as an exclusive character to use in the challenge mode. There was an install of 1.3G but it did mention that I could install 3G more to make the experience faster but I didn't see where to enable or try that.
In the opening video as it was panning down on the city I noticed a couple of hitches in the frame rate which made me think uh-oh I got the wrong version but after those 2 small hiccups I didn't see it again in the first hour. The graphics are pretty amazing, there is a zoom function and I zoomed in on Jokers face as we were taking him to his cell and the lighting and textures were awesome. The voice work is also excellent I really like Mark Hamill as the Joker and his dialog was perfect.
The combat seems simple at first as there is only one button to punch and one to counter but the moves are devastating. On the final blow the action slows down and then you see Batman pummel the enemy which is very satisfying. You point the stick at which enemy you want to hit so you are flying around to different enemies and the animations are varied and fluid. I am very satisfied with the combat.
The detective skills are okay and it has a nice filter when you use it to see where the enemies are and if they have weapons. The sneak aspect and silent take downs are done well.
I definitely recommend getting this game.
Metroid Prime Trilogy (Wii) (30min)
I've been wanting this game since it was announced, all 3 Metroid games using the new control style. I have all 3 games but only beat the 3rd one so I want to go back and play the others in order.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
WIPLN:Space Invaders Infinity Gene, The Witcher, Shadow Complex, Demon Souls, Madden 10
My parents came to see the house this weekend and we had a good time but I did get to play alot of games this weekend.
Space Invaders Infinity Gene (Iphone) (30 min)
I have been wanting to buy this but I was waiting for a price drop but it never came so I went ahead and purchased it at $5. This is one of the best Iphone games that I have played as it fast and fun and can be played with one finger. I didn't really like space invaders but it takes the initial concept and mixes it with other shooters to create a new great game. I saw things that reminded me of Qix. It will also generate new levels based on your own music collection which is another nice addition.
The Witcher (PC) (4HR)
Hooked up my PC to the projector and playing it there now, this game is really beautiful especially at dusk the lighting is really done well. I am almost as far as the last time I played and I really need to push through and finish this game.
Shadow Complex (360) (1hr)
Getting farther but I'm having a little trouble aiming accurately but since you takes many shots to kill you it's not a big deal.
Demon Souls (PS3) (3HR)
Still getting farther and farther and finally beat a huge boss. Your weapon selection really matters in this game as some weapons do no damage at all plus you can put different effects on your weapons like fire, ice, magic to do more damage.
Madden 10 (360) (3hr)
Played a couple of more games against George and had a good time although he wasn't. He throws too many picks because he's trying to throw into double coverage and thats a no-no. I hope to get our Madden League started this week as well.
Batman Asylum is out this week along with Metroid Prime Trilogy which I am picking them both up so I should have some impressions tomorrow.
Space Invaders Infinity Gene (Iphone) (30 min)
I have been wanting to buy this but I was waiting for a price drop but it never came so I went ahead and purchased it at $5. This is one of the best Iphone games that I have played as it fast and fun and can be played with one finger. I didn't really like space invaders but it takes the initial concept and mixes it with other shooters to create a new great game. I saw things that reminded me of Qix. It will also generate new levels based on your own music collection which is another nice addition.
The Witcher (PC) (4HR)
Hooked up my PC to the projector and playing it there now, this game is really beautiful especially at dusk the lighting is really done well. I am almost as far as the last time I played and I really need to push through and finish this game.
Shadow Complex (360) (1hr)
Getting farther but I'm having a little trouble aiming accurately but since you takes many shots to kill you it's not a big deal.
Demon Souls (PS3) (3HR)
Still getting farther and farther and finally beat a huge boss. Your weapon selection really matters in this game as some weapons do no damage at all plus you can put different effects on your weapons like fire, ice, magic to do more damage.
Madden 10 (360) (3hr)
Played a couple of more games against George and had a good time although he wasn't. He throws too many picks because he's trying to throw into double coverage and thats a no-no. I hope to get our Madden League started this week as well.
Batman Asylum is out this week along with Metroid Prime Trilogy which I am picking them both up so I should have some impressions tomorrow.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
WIPLN:Shadow Complex, Splosion Man, Madden 10
Shadow Complex (XBLA) (1Hr)
I've been waiting for this game and it was the last one to come out of XBLA games of summer so was it worth it?
So far I am having a lot of fun with it. It plays like Super Metroid in that you are navigating a map with interconnecting rooms and doors that require different weapons to open. The graphics are nice to look at the and the animations look fine. You aim with the right stick which is a little touchy till you get used to it. I do like the fact that it keeps track of how close you are to getting achievements and it also compares you to your friends. I was really tired last night so I didn't get to play all that I wanted so hopefully I'll find some time this weekend.
Splosion Man (XBLA) (30min)
While waiting for Shadow Complex to load I played about 5 more levels of Splosion man. The levels do get tough but you feel accomplishment when you pull off some cool moves. I think I'm on level 1-15 and there are 50 of them so away to go.
Madden 10 (XBLA) (30min)
I also tried playing this while waiting for SC to download but since it connects to EA live you can't have anything download in the background and there is no way to turn that off, boo. I am still trying some sliders but I just need to play the game and have fun so hopefully I'll do that.
I've been waiting for this game and it was the last one to come out of XBLA games of summer so was it worth it?
So far I am having a lot of fun with it. It plays like Super Metroid in that you are navigating a map with interconnecting rooms and doors that require different weapons to open. The graphics are nice to look at the and the animations look fine. You aim with the right stick which is a little touchy till you get used to it. I do like the fact that it keeps track of how close you are to getting achievements and it also compares you to your friends. I was really tired last night so I didn't get to play all that I wanted so hopefully I'll find some time this weekend.
Splosion Man (XBLA) (30min)
While waiting for Shadow Complex to load I played about 5 more levels of Splosion man. The levels do get tough but you feel accomplishment when you pull off some cool moves. I think I'm on level 1-15 and there are 50 of them so away to go.
Madden 10 (XBLA) (30min)
I also tried playing this while waiting for SC to download but since it connects to EA live you can't have anything download in the background and there is no way to turn that off, boo. I am still trying some sliders but I just need to play the game and have fun so hopefully I'll do that.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
WIPLN:Madden 10, Trails HD
Madden 10 (360) (1hr)
I wanted to try a couple of slider settings for Madden, I tried Bill Harris's, from
Dubious Quality, and his was set to play on the very fast setting which I really didn't like. You also had to play on the wide camera which isn't that bad but it does take time to get used to. I did have a pretty realistic game but it wasn't much fun so I turned down the game to fast but that was still too fast for me, I tried the settings on normal and they didn't feel right. He is going to revamp them soon so hopefully I can find some to play on the slow or normal setting.
Trails HD (PC) (5 min)
This is on XBLA now and I had bought it on Steam about 3 months ago and so I thought I would try this again. It is okay but a lot of trial and error and I don't think it controls well using a keyboard so I need to try and hookup my 360 controller to my PC and give it a go again.
Shadow Complex is out today go buy it.
I wanted to try a couple of slider settings for Madden, I tried Bill Harris's, from
Dubious Quality, and his was set to play on the very fast setting which I really didn't like. You also had to play on the wide camera which isn't that bad but it does take time to get used to. I did have a pretty realistic game but it wasn't much fun so I turned down the game to fast but that was still too fast for me, I tried the settings on normal and they didn't feel right. He is going to revamp them soon so hopefully I can find some to play on the slow or normal setting.
Trails HD (PC) (5 min)
This is on XBLA now and I had bought it on Steam about 3 months ago and so I thought I would try this again. It is okay but a lot of trial and error and I don't think it controls well using a keyboard so I need to try and hookup my 360 controller to my PC and give it a go again.
Shadow Complex is out today go buy it.
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