Category: Nintendo

Nintendo Stuff

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – DS

Platform: Nintendo DS Developer: Capcom Publisher: Capcom Release Date (NA): October 11, 2001 Genre: Adventure, Visual Novel Reviewed by Flagostomos   When you hear the term “video game”, what comes to your mind? A plumber dressed in red jumping on the heads of harmless creatures, dunking a giant turtle in a pool of lava, only to… Continue reading Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – DS

Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga – Game Boy Advance

Platform: Game Boy Advance Developer: Alphadream, Vanpool (For the Mini-Games) Publisher: Nintendo Release Date: Japan: November 21, 2003; North America: November 17, 2003 Genre: Role Playing Game Reviewed by Flagostomos In 1994, Square-Enix (then known as Square) took everybody’s favorite plumber and cast him in his first role-playing adventure. Though a sequel was teased many times… Continue reading Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga – Game Boy Advance

Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon – 3DS

Platform:  3DS Release Date (NA):  March 24th, 2013 Developer:  Next Level Games Publisher:  Nintendo Genre:  Action / Adventure Nerd Rating:  8 out of 10   Be sure to check out The Watchman’s take on Dark Moon and my review of the first Luigi’s Mansion! Believe it or not, I picked this game up back on its launch date but until… Continue reading Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon – 3DS

Banjo-Kazooie – Nintendo 64

In the 1990s, a Nintendo 64 game developed by Rare was as good as gold. Having established themselves as power-houses in the game developing world, Rare would put out some of the best titles, not only for their company, but on the platform. One game that helped cement their status was Banjo-Kazooie.

Super Mario 3D World – Wii U

Platform:  Wii U Release Date (NA):  November 22nd, 2013 Developer:  Nintendo, 1-UP Studio Publisher:  Nintendo Genre:  3D Platformer Nerd Rating:  8.5 out of 10     The latest Mario platformer is finally here!  Although Super Mario 3D World may have been overshadowed by the releases of the PS4 and Xbox One, there are still plenty of us… Continue reading Super Mario 3D World – Wii U

Star Trek The Next Generation: Future’s Past – SNES

Platform: Super Nintendo Entertainment System Developer: Spectrum HoloByte Publisher: Spectrum HoloByte Release Date: March 1994 Genre: Adventure Nerd Rating: 1 out of 10 Reviewed by Flagostomos Blech. Just thinking of this game puts a sour taste in my mouth. In my opinion, Star Trek games have had their place, but most never really stand out.… Continue reading Star Trek The Next Generation: Future’s Past – SNES

Super Mario Bros 3 – NES

Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System Developer: Nintendo R&D4 Publisher: Nintendo Release Date (NA): Feb 12th, 1990 Genre: Platforming Rating: 9.5 out of 10 Reviewed by Dovahkyle This game is not only one of my best memories of childhood free time and many fights over who gets to be Mario with my brother, it is timeless and my… Continue reading Super Mario Bros 3 – NES

Mario Party: Island Tour – 3DS

Mario Party: Island Tour, 2nd in the series developed by Nd Cube, continues to take the franchise in a slightly new direction, while also making great use of the 3DS’ many features.

Super Castlevania IV – SNES

The “super” in Super Castlevania IV is aptly placed. Everything from the controls to the graphics to the music is incredible and well thought out. Veteran gamers may find this title too easy, but the enjoyability factor is through the roof. Check it out.

Super Mario Bros. – NES

What can be said about this game that hasn’t been said already? Its age may show, but the innovation that it brought to the industry can’t be overstated. Its the most essential video game on any must-play list.

Metroid – NES

You’re not a true gamer if you haven’t played Metroid, plain and simple. The controls are as flawless today as they were back then and the iconic music and graphics are just as awe-inspiring. If you haven’t played it, do so. If you have, do so again.

New Super Mario Bros. 2 – 3DS

Anyone who thinks New Super Mario Bros 2 is simply treading old waters hasn’t given it enough of a chance. While the theme is familiar, the ingenious level design, flawless controls, and addictive replay value make for hours of gaming excellence.

Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse – NES

First Castlevania too hard? Then avoid Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse, because things haven’t changed much. The graphics can be nice at times and playing as other characters is fun, but not worth the price of all the controllers you’ll be throwing in frustration.