Games Acquired 2021

[BoneSnapDeez]

Kid Dracula is a very solid Famicom game, but shockingly, the Gameboy version is even better. Be sure to give that a shot too if you enjoyed the Famicom game.

How so? I'm curious as I only possess the Fami cart.

[prfsnl_gmr]

Here’s my comparison from a few years ago that sums it up:

Kid Dracula (Famicom) is a pretty good, relatively easy action platformer that plays a lot like Mega Man with floaty jumping. You play as Dracula’s son Alucard, and you gain a new ability after each level. The first level is a fun “chibi” version of Dracula’s castle - complete with upbeat Castlevania music! - but the following levels are unrelated to the Castlevania series. (There’s an ice level, a flying pirate ship, a spaceship, etc.) Between levels you play mini games for extra lives. The difficulty spikes on the last level, but it’s always manageable. Also, it has fantastic graphics.

Kid Dracula (GB) is a sequel - Lord Garamoth wants revenge! - that’s also kind of a remake - you go back to GB versions of almost all the levels from the previous game! The game still looks great, and both the gameplay and level-design are tightened up a bit. The mini games are more fun, and it has a really great personality. It also has a password system, too; so, unlike its predecessor, you don’t have to beat it in one sitting.

[BoneSnapDeez]

Interesting. Thanks for the details.

[prfsnl_gmr]

Interesting. Thanks for the details.

If you like Famicom version, you’re guaranteed to like the GB version. Both the NTSC and JPN versions will put a dent in your wallet, though, and I’m not sure the game is worth its asking price.

…..

Just got back from Colorado, and, of course, I picked up a few video games during my travels. I got:

Aladdin (GBA)
Mickey Mouse: Magic Wands (GB)
Radical Psycho Machine Racing (SNES)

At only $20, Aladdin was the best deal, but I’m happy to add all three games to my collection.

EDIT: Bonus games! When I got back home, I had a shipment waiting for me! I got:

Shikinjyo (Famicom)
Irem Arcade Classics (PS1)
Robbit Mon Dieu (PS1)
Airaguma Rascal (SFC)
Donald Duck & The Magic Hat (SFC)
La Wares (SFC)

I’m really pumped for Robbit Mon Dieu. I love both Jumping Flash games, and I only recently realized there was a third game in the series released exclusively in Japan.

[BoneSnapDeez]

Shikinjyo (Famicom)

Intriguing pick. Are you going for some bizarre sub-collection now like "all Famicom puzzle games"??

[prfsnl_gmr]

Shikinjyo (Famicom)

Intriguing pick. Are you going for some bizarre sub-collection now like "all Famicom puzzle games"??

I don’t know…This game was on my import “want” list, and when it came up for a good price, I went for it. I don’t remember why I added it to my “want” list, but I’m sure I must have had my reasons. Having spent a few minutes with the game, though, I’m struggling a bit to understand what those might have been…

[Michi]

Shikinjyo (Famicom)

Intriguing pick. Are you going for some bizarre sub-collection now like "all Famicom puzzle games"??

I don’t know…This game was on my import “want” list, and when it came up for a good price, I went for it. I don’t remember why I added it to my “want” list, but I’m sure I must have had my reasons. Having spent a few minutes with the game, though, I’m struggling a bit to understand what those might have been…

Probable cause #1: You were drunk

[prfsnl_gmr]

I think I’m just a sucker for sokoban games…

[TristanX]

Got these

EZ2ON Reboot : R (PC)
R-Type Final 2 (PC)

I bought these from sale.

Cyberpunk 2077 (PC)
Godfall (PC)

Still waiting for PS5 Digital. No stock.

[Raging Justice]

Picked up a 1st run copy of Hades for Ps4 with the foil cover