Games Beaten 2014

[BoneSnapDeez]

First 50:

1. Bad Dudes vs. DragonNinja (Wii - Data East Arcade Classics)
2. Caveman Ninja (Wii - Data East Arcade Classics)
3. Crude Buster (Wii - Data East Arcade Classics)
4. Heavy Barrel (Wii - Data East Arcade Classics)
5. Secret Agent (Wii - Data East Arcade Classics)
6. Wizard Fire (Wii - Data East Arcade Classics)
7. Super Mario Land (Game Boy)
8. Burning Fight (PlayStation 2 - SNK Arcade Classics Vol. 1)
9. Magician Lord (PlayStation 2 - SNK Arcade Classics Vol. 1)
10. Metal Slug (PlayStation 2 - SNK Arcade Classics Vol. 1)
11. Sengoku (PlayStation 2 - SNK Arcade Classics Vol. 1)
12. Top Hunter: Roddy & Cathy (PlayStation 2 - SNK Arcade Classics Vol. 1)
13. Metal Slug 4 (PlayStation 2 - Metal Slug 4 & 5)
14. Metal Slug 5 (PlayStation 2 - Metal Slug 4 & 5)
15. Metal Slug XX (PSP)
16. Phantasy Star Online (Dreamcast)
17. Smash TV (PlayStation 2 - Midway Arcade Treasures)
18. Total Carnage (Xbox - Midway Arcade Treasures 2)
19. Skyblazer (SNES)
20. Mega Man II (Game Boy)
21. The Monkey King: The Legend Begins (Wii)
22. Ys (Saturn - Falcom Classics)
23. Super Mario Bros. (SNES - Super Mario All-Stars)
24. Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels (SNES - Super Mario All-Stars)
25. Super Mario Bros. 2 (SNES - Super Mario All-Stars)
26. Super Mario Bros. 3 (SNES - Super Mario All-Stars)
27. Super Mario World (SNES)
28. Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island (SNES)
29. Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins (Game Boy)
30. Mahou Kishi Rayearth (Super Famicom)
31. Magic Knight Rayearth (Saturn)
32. Disney's Aladdin (SNES)
33. Kirby's Dream Land (Wii - Kirby's Dream Collection)
34. Kirby's Adventure (Wii - Kirby's Dream Collection)
35. Kirby's Dream Land 2 (Wii - Kirby's Dream Collection)
36. Kirby Super Star (Wii - Kirby's Dream Collection)
37. Kirby's Dream Land 3 (Wii - Kirby's Dream Collection)
38. Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards (Wii - Kirby's Dream Collection)
39. Kirby's Epic Yarn (Wii)
40. New Super Mario Bros. U (Wii U - New Super Mario Bros. U + New Super Luigi U)
41. New Super Luigi U (Wii U - New Super Mario Bros. U + New Super Luigi U)
42. Shock Troopers (PlayStation 2 - SNK Arcade Classics Vol. 1)
43. Shadow Blasters (Genesis)
44. Final Fantasy (Game Boy Advance - Final Fantasy I & II: Dawn of Souls)
45. Super Mario Advance (Game Boy Advance)
46. Sonic CD (PC)
47. Donkey Kong Country (SNES)
48. Battle Arena Toshinden (Game Boy)
49. Crusader of Centy (Genesis)
50. Joe & Mac (SNES)

51. Ys: The Vanished Omens (Sega Master System)
52. Code of Princess (3DS)
53. Ys (PSP - Ys I & II Chronicles)
54. Ys II (PSP - Ys I & II Chronicles)
55. Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi (PSP - Sega Genesis Collection)
56. Gradius (PSP - Gradius Collection)
57. Shinobi (Xbox 360 - Sonic's Ultimate Genesis Collection)
58. Otomedius Excellent (Xbox 360)
59. Deathsmiles (Xbox 360)
60. Sonic the Hedgehog (Xbox 360 - Sonic's Ultimate Genesis Collection)
61. The Lost Vikings (SNES)
62. The Lost Vikings (Genesis)
63. Final Fantasy II (Game Boy Advance - Final Fantasy I & II: Dawn of Souls)
64. Final Fight (PSP - Capcom Classics Collection Remixed)
65. Alien Syndrome (PlayStation 2 - Sega Classics Collection)
66. Exile (Genesis)
67. Ristar (Xbox 360 - Sonic's Ultimate Genesis Collection)
68. Final Fight (Xbox 360 - Capcom Digital Collection)
69. Classic NES Series: Zelda II: The Adventure of Link (Game Boy Advance)
70. Classic NES Series: Metroid (Game Boy Advance)
71. Castlevania: Symphony of the Night (Xbox 360 - Konami Classics Vol. 1)
72. Ys (DS - Legacy of Ys: Books I & II)
73. Ys II (DS - Legacy of Ys: Books I & II)
74. New Super Mario Bros. (DS)
75. Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (PSP - Sega Genesis Collection)
76. Golden Axe III (PSP - Sega Genesis Collection)
77. Muramasa Rebirth (Vita)
78. Magic Sword (PSP - Capcom Classics Collection Remixed)
79. Mega Twins (PSP - Capcom Classics Collection Remixed)
80. Super Mario 3D Land (3DS)
81. Super Mario Bros. Deluxe (Game Boy Color)
82. Dungeons & Dragons: Tower of Doom (PlayStation 3 - Dungeons & Dragons: Mystara Eiyuu Senki)
83. Dungeons & Dragons: Shadow Over Mystara (PlayStation 3 - Dungeons & Dragons: Mystara Eiyuu Senki)
84. Ys III: Wanderers from Ys (SNES)
85. Ys III: Wanderers from Ys (Genesis)
86. Ys: The Oath in Felghana (PSP)
87. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (Xbox 360 - Sonic's Ultimate Genesis Collection)
88. Contra (NES)

Sonic 3

I hadn't played through this one in a few years and had forgotten how damn irritating it is. Don't get me wrong - the control is great and there are some fun platforming sections. But then there's tons of annoying shit. Most levels are haphazardly slapped together and seem to have a surplus of these damn pulleys / levers / traps / obstacles that do nothing but turn the game into a slog. This is Sonic, I wanna go fast not stop every 10 seconds to collect my rings because some dumb ass hidden spikes appeared out of nowhere. I even ran out of time in one stage because I wasted so much time getting bounced up, down, and all around by springs.

It seems as if most other people enjoy this game. I suspect that many Sonic 3 fans have played the game often enough to have it memorized and down pat. I honestly don't find it compelling enough for another playthrough.

I liked Sonic 1 & 2 quite a bit, but this one comes up short. I think I recall enjoying Sonic & Knuckles as well, I'll have to play that one again soon.

Contra

There's been numerous sequels and other games of the same genre, but I don't think there's even been another run 'n' gun as good as NES Contra.

This game is essentially flawless. It controls beautifully, the music is insanely good, the levels are diverse and well-constructed, and the homage to 80s action/sci-fi always brings a smile to my face.

On a side note, I do think the difficulty is a bit overstated. It seems as if I see Contra on every "hardest games ever" list, but in reality it's quite manageable. Yeah, the one-hit deaths can be a pain in the assicle, but the game is generous with continues (3) and you're guaranteed at least one 1-up per level via points accumulated. Plus, Contra is short and linear enough to easily memorize enemy placement. It's a complete breeze compared to other NES classic like Mega Man, Ghosts 'n' Goblins, and Ninja Gaiden (three games I have never come close to beating).

As much as I love Contra, I have still never completed its sequel - Super C. It's on my Summer Gaming list so I'll attempt that next.

[Xeogred]

Nah I'm with you Bone. Sonic 3 is my least favorite by quite a bit. The only zones I really like in that one are Hydrocity, IceCap, and Launch Base. Angel Island feels really generic, Marble Garden is an absolute mess to navigate, and Carnival Night just farts out sounds and destroys your ears.

Definitely hit up S&K next. It's all too apparent especially when you play it locked in with Sonic 3... just how much better it is. I'm not big on Sandopolis, but I'd easily take that over half of Sonic 3's zones.

[BoneSnapDeez]

As I said earlier, the Sonic games tend to get all jumbled in my head. But I'm making the point to play the "classic" ones all during this year so hopefully I can get better at distinguishing them. Plus, they're mostly fun.

I've done 1, 2, 3, and CD. S&K is next followed by (oh boy) Sonic 3D Blast. Maybe Spinball as well.

I don't own Knuckles' Chaotix, unfortunately. I should probably just buy it, my 32X has been collesting dust for years.

[noiseredux]

I love 1, 2 and CD. I don't care for 3 or Knuckles for the reasons Bone stated.

[RyaNtheSlayA]

Play the Saturn version of Sonic 3D Blast with the 3D control pad and forget that it's a Sonic game.

It's not so bad that way and the music is incredible.

[Xeogred]

I think the Genesis music is incredible too.




I've personally always been a fan of 3D Blast. Arguably the best 3D Sonic game in my book... lol.

I've always hated Spinball. Music was always headache inducing to me too.

[RyaNtheSlayA]

I think the Genesis music is incredible too.




I've personally always been a fan of 3D Blast. Arguably the best 3D Sonic game in my book... lol.

If Generations didn't exist I'd be in agreement. I can't stand how the Genesis version controls though.

And both versions are at the very top of great Sonic soundtracks for sure.

[noiseredux]

Play the Saturn version of Sonic 3D Blast with the 3D control pad and forget that it's a Sonic game.

It's not so bad that way and the music is incredible.

I liked the Sat version.... but no saving if I recall?

Generations is incredible.

This thread has me playing All-Stars racing tonight though.

[RyaNtheSlayA]

Play the Saturn version of Sonic 3D Blast with the 3D control pad and forget that it's a Sonic game.

It's not so bad that way and the music is incredible.

I liked the Sat version.... but no saving if I recall?

Yup no saving. Only on the PC version.

[noiseredux]

Really? Might have to replay on pc then.