General Arcade & Retro Chat' Special Championship Edition

Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy · 10-01-2019 11:46am

CiDeRmAn wrote: »

Is ten years old retro now?
Because that's when this pic was posted!

I don't even remember that, that's unreal! :pac:

o1s1n · 10-01-2019 1:50pm

Haha! I completely forgot that existed!

If it were created now, the main tower would be constructed from PVMs.

o1s1n · 10-01-2019 2:56pm

'Why, in in an age of Dead Cells, Shovel Knight and Hyper Light Drifter, did he take a massively nostalgic (and great!) 2D pixel franchise with already gorgeous 2D animation and art and make it look like something made in Adobe Flash over a weekend?'

Nerdkiller1991 · 10-01-2019 3:42pm

CiDeRmAn wrote: »

Is ten years old retro now?
Because that's when this pic was posted!

If you go by Retronauts rules, it is.

o1s1n · 10-01-2019 4:14pm

Can anyone name a film from 2009 without googling it? I couldn't. :eek:

Not that none were released that year (!) I just have zero frame of reference to 2009 being a year.

Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy · 10-01-2019 7:05pm

o1s1n wrote: »

Can anyone name a film from 2009 without googling it? I couldn't. :eek:

Not that none were released that year (!) I just have zero frame of reference to 2009 being a year.

First try was Simpsons movie, 2007
Then Mirrors, 2008
Deathly Hallows – Part 1, 2010
Puss in Boots, 2011
And then I got it - Up was in 2009

That was fun

Andrew76 · 10-01-2019 9:55pm

Christ that pic is 10 years old??

Wasn't there another one showing off his gold wallpaper? :pac:

I'm guessing the picture of retr0 dressed up as a schoolgirl is even older then?

Retr0gamer · 10-01-2019 10:26pm

Dear lord.

Atavan-Halen · 11-01-2019 3:05am

2009, what a time to be alive, even if the year didn’t exist according to o1s1n!

On a side note, is the Wii 100% compatible with all GameCube games and accessories like the GBA link cable? Obviously minus the gameboy player and other things that plug into the bottom.

Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy · 11-01-2019 2:00pm

Atavan-Halen wrote: »

2009, what a time to be alive, even if the year didn’t exist according to o1s1n!

On a side note, is the Wii 100% compatible with all GameCube games and accessories like the GBA link cable? Obviously minus the gameboy player and other things that plug into the bottom.

I dunno did I need something downloaded to play US GC games but it's been years since I had it on. I'm sure someone else knows better.

CiDeRmAn · 11-01-2019 4:31pm

Atavan-Halen wrote: »

2009, what a time to be alive, even if the year didn’t exist according to o1s1n!

On a side note, is the Wii 100% compatible with all GameCube games and accessories like the GBA link cable? Obviously minus the gameboy player and other things that plug into the bottom.

According to this the Wii with the GC ports is good to go
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GameCube_%E2%80%93_Game_Boy_Advance_link_cable

The cable is compatible with the GameCube and the original Wii on the console side, and the Game Boy Advance, Game Boy Advance SP, Game Boy Player, and e-Reader on the portable side.

Atavan-Halen · 11-01-2019 10:26pm

Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy wrote: »

I dunno did I need something downloaded to play US GC games but it's been years since I had it on. I'm sure someone else knows better.

I’ve a Japanese Wii and GC so looking to just have the Wii instead of both for my Japanese games and the Wii can be easily modded too

CiDeRmAn wrote: »

According to this the Wii with the GC ports is good to go
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GameCube_%E2%80%93_Game_Boy_Advance_link_cable

Perfect, cheers! Looks like there’s no issues

Retr0gamer · 11-01-2019 10:49pm

Been a long time since I messed around with my wii but I think you can use Gecko to run different region GC games.

CiDeRmAn · 12-01-2019 12:07am

Or just softmod a Wii.
But I've a gecko somewhere myself, don't think I've ever used it.

Chris_Heilong · 12-01-2019 6:13am

Some NeoGeo land in Japan, seems cool.

Inviere · 12-01-2019 9:30am

CiDeRmAn wrote: »

Or just softmod a Wii.
But I've a gecko somewhere myself, don't think I've ever used it.

Yeah just soft mod it, no need for anything else.

o1s1n · 12-01-2019 10:48am

Chris_Heilong wrote: »

Some NeoGeo land in Japan, seems cool.

So much tat! Got excited when I saw the AES style game boxes, only to see they were full of more tshirts.

They should at very least had a display cabinet with an AES console and a NGP.

Chris_Heilong · 12-01-2019 9:35pm

o1s1n wrote: »

So much tat! Got excited when I saw the AES style game boxes, only to see they were full of more tshirts.

They should at very least had a display cabinet with an AES console and a NGP.

Agreed, it was more a merchandise shop.

Atavan-Halen · 13-01-2019 3:21am

So I just tried to get into the George but the hardcore lesbian bouncer denied me. Like excuse me ma’am but who are you to deny me the D?! Just because It’s not your bag doesn’t mean you have to be salty to the male homos.

This has been a drunk Atavan post. Stay sexy y’all. Xoxo.

Atavan-Halen · 13-01-2019 5:47am

Also FYI, Ireland is ****e, come back to Canada with me. We can all rent a gaff and have an amazing time. I won’t even get mad if you have a big game collection.

CiDeRmAn · 13-01-2019 8:14am

Atavan-Halen wrote: »

Also FYI, Ireland is ****e, come back to Canada with me. We can all rent a gaff and have an amazing time. I won’t even get mad if you have a big game collection.

I'll just let Mrs Ciderman know and I'll pack a bag... What time will I meet you there... Have to rent a separate apartment for the game collection.
Also, there better be lots of straight women over there whose only expectation of a man is an Irish accent....

Doge · 13-01-2019 9:10am

I have a feeling that post will be edited tomorrow!

No fun being denied entry though.......... to clubs / pubs that is!

CiDeRmAn · 13-01-2019 2:49pm

Atavan-Halen wrote: »

So I just tried to get into the George but the hardcore lesbian bouncer denied me. Like excuse me ma’am but who are you to deny me the D?! Just because It’s not your bag doesn’t mean you have to be salty to the male homos.

This has been a drunk Atavan post. Stay sexy y’all. Xoxo.

Post of 2019 perhaps, already??? I think so people.

So... A hardcore lesbian bouncer... I think I saw that one on redtube....

Mr E · 13-01-2019 9:00pm

Saw this on HotUKDeals - A free PDF eBook on the History of Ocean Software.

Any C64/Spectrum/Amstrad kids here will know who they are.

HUKD link: https://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/the-history-of-ocean-software-free-retro-pdf-download-3162450
Direct link to PDF (369 MB) - https://www.hotukdeals.com/visit/comment/36809474/16046643

Inviere · 14-01-2019 7:40am

Cracking doc to get you in the Oceanic mood

Tom Mann Centuria · 14-01-2019 7:42am

Mr E wrote: »

Saw this on HotUKDeals - A free PDF eBook on the History of Ocean Software.

Any C64/Spectrum/Amstrad kids here will know who they are.

Have the physical copy of this, and the US Gold one, both are a good read. A Gremlin in the Works by Bitmap Books is good bit better though. That's a great read.

Three software houses that were part and parcel of my youth!

briany · 15-01-2019 5:18pm

Let's say I were to start collecting for Gameboy today (that is both the console and the games). How would I go about that? That is to say, what would be the best approach to take without subsequently feeling ripped-off?

Is EBay a good route? Some of the refurbished models look pretty good. I mean, in a choice between a mint unit (costing hundreds), a faded and/or scratched thing, and a refurb, the refurb (assuming it's a decent job) would offer the best aesthetics & feel / cost ratio, no?

o1s1n · 15-01-2019 5:29pm

'refurb' can vary wildly between sellers. For some, it would mean replacing the capacitors, screen cover and button gel inserts.

For others it might just mean wiping with a cloth and replacing the screen cover.

If I were you I'd find a decent looking one on ebay and start snipe auctions on games.

briany · 15-01-2019 9:00pm

o1s1n wrote: »

'refurb' can vary wildly between sellers. For some, it would mean replacing the capacitors, screen cover and button gel inserts.

For others it might just mean wiping with a cloth and replacing the screen cover.

If I were you I'd find a decent looking one on ebay and start snipe auctions on games.

The details of the listing usually divulges a bit more on what the seller means by a refurb. Most that I've looked at mention a new housing, a general cleaning of the innards, a new screen lens and replacement of the button membranes. They claim this gives a console that looks and plays like new.

What I'm not sure of is what price for this constitutes a bargain. For example, I've seen a nice looking glass screen DMG-01 styled refurb of a GB Pocket that comes boxed and Tetris included for 60 or 70 Euro (depending - it's a buy now/best offer listing). I like the look of that one, but there are cheaper offers without an included game or box with a more generic-looking transparent housing, and replacement buttons.

CiDeRmAn · 16-01-2019 12:36am

I'd be suspicious of some crappy replacement case or even just the d-pad and buttons being substandard, it'd be enough to ruin the handheld

briany · 16-01-2019 1:40am

CiDeRmAn wrote: »

I'd be suspicious of some crappy replacement case or even just the d-pad and buttons being substandard, it'd be enough to ruin the handheld

That basically rules out the entire practice of buying a refurb, unless you can try it out first (if you're stringent about quality, that is.)

CiDeRmAn · 16-01-2019 2:03pm

briany wrote: »

That basically rules out the entire practice of buying a refurb, unless you can try it out first (if you're stringent about quality, that is.)

Well, yes.
I'd nearly find one at a market and replace the bits and bobs yourself with well reviewed components.

o1s1n · 16-01-2019 2:15pm

briany wrote: »

That basically rules out the entire practice of buying a refurb, unless you can try it out first (if you're stringent about quality, that is.)

To me anyway a refurb would simply replace perishable parts, so gel under buttons, screen cover and internal components that have a lifespan such as capacitors and batteries.

replacing the case/lcd screen or anything along those lines fits more into the console modding category IMO, which is a different thing.

o1s1n · 16-01-2019 2:15pm

CiDeRmAn wrote: »

Well, yes.
I'd nearly find one at a market and replace the bits and bobs yourself with well reviewed components.

That's what I'd usually do alright. As long as you can get a good condition base model, parts are easily replaced.

CiDeRmAn · 16-01-2019 2:32pm

I got something right.... just let me make a note in my diary... a momentous day indeed!

BGOllie · 16-01-2019 4:36pm

anyone heading to the Amiga Ireland meetup in athlone this weekend ? I'll be going Saturday

The Last Bandit · 16-01-2019 5:02pm

BGOllie wrote: »

anyone heading to the Amiga Ireland meetup in athlone this weekend ? I'll be going Saturday

Ya I'll be there as well, had really hoped to chat with RJ but unfortunately he's had to pull out

Should I bring an Atari ST just to troll them ?

Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy · 17-01-2019 11:52am

BGOllie wrote: »

anyone heading to the Amiga Ireland meetup in athlone this weekend ? I'll be going Saturday

Would love to know how it goes.
I've Akumakon this weekend, not that I'd know much about the Amiga to go

Dr Bob · 17-01-2019 1:54pm

BGOllie wrote: »

anyone heading to the Amiga Ireland meetup in athlone this weekend ? I'll be going Saturday

I'm there on the Saturday as well!

rubadub · 17-01-2019 2:34pm

Might have been posted before at some stage.

R Murray
Published on Jul 14, 2010
Here is my take on one of the themes from the popular computer game, Tetris, played on the organ of St. Joseph's church, Glasthule, Dublin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87OGVvq4TWw

Doge · 18-01-2019 10:31am

Since we're on the topic of music there's a quite talented Dublin based chiptune and dance music producer and performer called Ansonix whos making a name for himself on social media lately.

Great to see talent like him and Banjo Guy Ollie in the Emerald isle:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8S1nJavGhc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIuOCfSuloU

His complete tracks on youtube also.

Jack burton · 18-01-2019 11:01am

I'd be well into that now!

Dr Bob · 18-01-2019 12:03pm

Doge wrote: »

Since we're on the topic of music there's a quite talented Dublin based chiptune and dance music producer and performer called Ansonix whos making a name for himself on social media lately.

Great to see talent like him and Banjo Guy Ollie in the Emerald isle:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8S1nJavGhc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIuOCfSuloU

His complete tracks on youtube also.

saw him play live back in december , was great and he's a nice guy as well.

Mr E · 18-01-2019 12:25pm

There is a documentary about Jeff Minter coming out this year called Heart of Neon.
I can't find the trailer on YouTube, but it's up on Vimeo.

https://vimeo.com/310850660

CiDeRmAn · 18-01-2019 12:29pm

Mr E wrote: »

There is a documentary about Jeff Minter coming out this year called Heart of Neon.
I can't find the trailer on YouTube, but it's up on Vimeo.

https://vimeo.com/310850660

I wish the Minotaur Project would hurry up and be released on the PS4!

And no PSVR mode on Tempest 4k is a crime, tbh

johnny_ultimate · 18-01-2019 12:29pm

On the subject of Jeff Minter, recently played Polybius in VR and it’s legitimately the closest I’ve ever felt to having a seizure. I think that was the intention, so A+.

Jack burton · 18-01-2019 3:14pm

https://store.bandainamcoent.eu/eu/product/526637/dark-souls-trilogy-collector-s-edition-ps4

Dark Souls trilogy collectors edition

Seriously pricey!

I would really like to get the book. **** statues

o1s1n · 18-01-2019 5:48pm

500 hundred dollars? they can go and sh1te!

Inviere · 23-01-2019 7:37pm

Touch Fuzzy Get Dizzy · 23-01-2019 10:21pm

Loved this, it's about N64 video tapes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yU0FBeOA51I

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