SSJBulmas Game Reviews - Page 3

The Electron Zone · 07-09-2008

Fack what systems does she have then

Madness · 07-09-2008

She said earlier... 360, DS... I think. She has a PSP for certain. She also has an Xbox.

The Electron Zone · 07-09-2008

Oh, okay, Crisis Core

Madness · 07-09-2008

Oh man, I so want to play that game. I doubt she has it though.

SSJBulma · 07-09-2008

It came with the PSP I got lol
Ok Shin Budokai 2, Crisis Core and Pokémon Silver are the 1st batch I'm doing.
Please don't clutter up thread until I do them, thanking you.

Madness · 07-09-2008

Oh man, I so want Crisis Core, but it depends on what kind of review Bulma gives it

SSJBulma · 07-09-2008

Crisis Core Final Fantasy
Now before anyone gets confused, I have never played FF game in my life and have no desire to, but I got this game in a package with my new PSP and of course I played it, cos there was feck all else of interest to play right now
On with the (spoiler-free)review:
I'm not going to get into this too much. I just played it for the sake of playing it and I don't want FF fans to get their knickers in a twist in case I missed the point of this franchise.
For a PSP game especially I have to first comment on the graphics of this game and the standard of the voice acting.
I was expecting some dodgy dubbing but it's actually pretty good. And the visuals are quite pretty, very pretty if I'm being fair.

The storyline was interesting, but I didn't 'care' as much as an avid FF fan would have. But hey I'm not bashing on it, honestly.
Cloud, Aerith, Tifa and Sephiroth are some of the more familiar characters in this game, but the main character is called Zack.
I understand that he isn't all to famous, not before this game and merely showed up here and there in previous games.

It's an action-rpg (in case no one knew that). Random battle system occurs in this game, though surprisingly, there is no break between the action, the battle is practically instant. That's a welcome change (are you listening Pokémon). You can attack normally, use magic attacks or items.

There are loads of side missions in this game, so if you're looking for a PSP FF game with longevity, this one seems to tick all the boxes.
The soundtrack was good too, though it suited the gameplay immensely, for me I wouldn't go searching from the soundtrack as nothing really stuck in my head.
If I enjoyed this then I’m sure avid fans of the entire franchise will also take pleasure in picking it up and diving into it.

I'd also like to note that some reviews will be completely serious, some will be attempts at a comedic recap and others will be just...not that long. So when you look at other review threads here, keep in mind their length in comparison to mine to date and don't complain about word count please

Madness · 07-09-2008

One thing: Zack is well known, just not as well known as Cloud Strife, or Aerith Gainsborough (yes, I know their full names; such elitism

).

Good review, shame you've never played a Final Fantasy game before. I'd say get an emulator, because some PSX emus are okay, but you most probably wouldn't enjoy it. It's one of the greatest games of all time, but it's radically different from the games that you enjoy today.

Try it, but with a pinch of salt.

SSJBulma · 07-09-2008

Pokémon Silver

In Pokémon Silver you play a pokémon trainer who lives in the land of Johto. In previous games the name of Ash's area was Kanto. You start of this game as you do all Pokémon games and must meet with the Professor of your town (usually they have names that are related to trees, Oak, Elm ect). From here you get your first Pokémon and usually the one that you'll keep in your roster most of the time, because if you level them up and train them right, they'll be one of your best and most powerful allies.
Some new features have been added in this game. They are as follow:

Daylight Savings- This is quite handy. When you earn money through battles ect, some of the proceeds go to your mom. No she doesn't spend it all (we think <_< ) but she does save it for you. If you've lost money via dying or want to go on a major shopping spree it's always good to know you have a nice lumpsum waiting for you. Basically it's like having a Pokémon bank and it's an optional feature.

You are given Pokégear, which holds your phone and contact details, map ect.You can phone previously battled trainers and have rematches.

Day and Night feature heavily in this game and also effect certain Pokémon and their evolutions.

A new and interesting addition to the DayCare has been added, where you can breed Pokémon and create baby pokemon or duplicates. Though there are rules and not ever creature can breed. You can also give the DayCare keepers 2 Pokémon, which is very helpful. You can carry the eggs and after so many steps (usually quite a few) they'll hatch. Very early in the game you get a Pokémon I would of thought to be rare in this game. Togepi.

Shiny Pokémon- are also another addition, examples being Shiny Gyrados
Berries- You can get berries that can be attached to your pokemon or used seperately. Handy in combat when you have low HP or are afflicted with say a poison attack and you don't want to waste a move using potions ect.
Attachments- Pokémon attachments are great. Especially EXP.Share and items that increased their powers.

Team Rocket are back in this game, but there are a host of new rocketeers, you have a rival again (and he's a thief at that oooh).
There's a whole new set of Pokémon to be got in this game and you'll still come across loads of familiars from previous games. Also two new types of Pokémon are introduce, that being Dark and Steel Pokémon.
Eevee's appear again and ave two new evolution forms added, depending on the time of day/night you'll get an Umbreon or an Espeon.
In the previous games you got the chance to catch all 3 Legendary Bird Pokémon and then one big powerful one near the end. In this game you're given the same chances, instead it's the 3 Lengendary Dog Pokémon (Entei, Suicine and Raikou) and the big one to look for is Lugia! (Ho-Oh in Gold version).
The mini games such as gambling (tut tut) are still hear and swimming on pokemon over water looks a bit less naff.

Once you've beaten the game in Johto you can continue on to Kanto. This adds more time and nostalgia to the game, but fans will note that Kanto doesn't look the same as it did in previous games. Still it's a nice suprise.

Certain things will annoy players, constant battles in one area, trying to get through a large patch of grassy area and that damn pre-load before a wild battle. Also caves were always annoying to navigate especially with the constant wild battles when you just were not in the mood.

Overall if you're a fan of Pokémon this game is gold (pardon the poor pun). Even today it's still worth getting if you somehow missed out. Even if you can't find it Pokémon Crystal will do the job.
The game took what was great from the previous games and added new features that were handy and fun and refreshed the franchise. The little tweak to colours and graphics were visible and the roster of Pokémon was a great addition. It also had great replay value and again great 'play on after you've 'won' aspect to it.
5/5

Madness · 07-09-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSJBulma

Daylight Savings- This is quite handy. When you earn money through battles ect, some of the proceeds go to your mom. No she doesn't spend it all (we think <_< ) but she does save it for you. If you've lost money via dying or want to go on a major shopping spree it's always good to know you have a nice lumpsum waiting for you. Basically it's like having a Pokémon bank and it's an optional feature.

No. Daylight savings is a time thing, y'know when an hour is added every year? That's daylight savings.

Good review otherwise

SSJBulma · 07-09-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Madness

No. Daylight savings is a time thing, y'know when an hour is added every year? That's daylight savings.

Good review otherwise

I know that, but if you don't activate it the savings(money) thing doesn't occur.

Madness · 07-09-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSJBulma

I know that, but if you don't activate it the savings(money) thing doesn't occur.

It doesn't? I'm sure it has for me before. I'll be testing this out...

SSJBulma · 07-09-2008

Well I believe it does. If I'm wrong let me know and I'll own it ^_^

Madness · 07-09-2008

I'll dig out my copy of Gold and have a look.

Ahh shit, that'd overwrite my save. Ah well, I was planning on starting again anyway...

07-09-2008	#31 (permalink)
The Electron Zone Naruto Ranked (25) Rokubi Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Between The Wakes Of What Seems Death And Life Posts: 4,301 Blog Entries: 7 Rep Power: 65	Re: SSJBulmas Game Reviews Fack what systems does she have then __________________

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The Electron Zone Naruto Ranked (25) Rokubi Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Between The Wakes Of What Seems Death And Life Posts: 4,301 Blog Entries: 7 Rep Power: 65	Re: SSJBulmas Game Reviews Oh, okay, Crisis Core __________________

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SSJBulma (29) Great Lord of Worlds Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: In a soup-kitchen stealin your soupz! Posts: 8,702 Blog Entries: 7 Rep Power: 144	Re: SSJBulmas Game Reviews It came with the PSP I got lol Ok Shin Budokai 2, Crisis Core and Pokémon Silver are the 1st batch I'm doing. Please don't clutter up thread until I do them, thanking you. __________________ http://revandesigns.weebly.com/gaming-newsreviews.html

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SSJBulma (29) Great Lord of Worlds Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: In a soup-kitchen stealin your soupz! Posts: 8,702 Blog Entries: 7 Rep Power: 144	Re: SSJBulmas Game Reviews Crisis Core Final Fantasy Now before anyone gets confused, I have never played FF game in my life and have no desire to, but I got this game in a package with my new PSP and of course I played it, cos there was feck all else of interest to play right now On with the (spoiler-free)review: I'm not going to get into this too much. I just played it for the sake of playing it and I don't want FF fans to get their knickers in a twist in case I missed the point of this franchise. For a PSP game especially I have to first comment on the graphics of this game and the standard of the voice acting. I was expecting some dodgy dubbing but it's actually pretty good. And the visuals are quite pretty, very pretty if I'm being fair. The storyline was interesting, but I didn't 'care' as much as an avid FF fan would have. But hey I'm not bashing on it, honestly. Cloud, Aerith, Tifa and Sephiroth are some of the more familiar characters in this game, but the main character is called Zack. I understand that he isn't all to famous, not before this game and merely showed up here and there in previous games. It's an action-rpg (in case no one knew that). Random battle system occurs in this game, though surprisingly, there is no break between the action, the battle is practically instant. That's a welcome change (are you listening Pokémon). You can attack normally, use magic attacks or items. There are loads of side missions in this game, so if you're looking for a PSP FF game with longevity, this one seems to tick all the boxes. The soundtrack was good too, though it suited the gameplay immensely, for me I wouldn't go searching from the soundtrack as nothing really stuck in my head. If I enjoyed this then I’m sure avid fans of the entire franchise will also take pleasure in picking it up and diving into it. I'd also like to note that some reviews will be completely serious, some will be attempts at a comedic recap and others will be just...not that long. So when you look at other review threads here, keep in mind their length in comparison to mine to date and don't complain about word count please __________________ http://revandesigns.weebly.com/gaming-newsreviews.html

07-09-2008	#39 (permalink)
SSJBulma (29) Great Lord of Worlds Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: In a soup-kitchen stealin your soupz! Posts: 8,702 Blog Entries: 7 Rep Power: 144	Re: SSJBulmas Game Reviews Pokémon Silver In Pokémon Silver you play a pokémon trainer who lives in the land of Johto. In previous games the name of Ash's area was Kanto. You start of this game as you do all Pokémon games and must meet with the Professor of your town (usually they have names that are related to trees, Oak, Elm ect). From here you get your first Pokémon and usually the one that you'll keep in your roster most of the time, because if you level them up and train them right, they'll be one of your best and most powerful allies. Some new features have been added in this game. They are as follow: Daylight Savings- This is quite handy. When you earn money through battles ect, some of the proceeds go to your mom. No she doesn't spend it all (we think <_< ) but she does save it for you. If you've lost money via dying or want to go on a major shopping spree it's always good to know you have a nice lumpsum waiting for you. Basically it's like having a Pokémon bank and it's an optional feature. You are given Pokégear, which holds your phone and contact details, map ect.You can phone previously battled trainers and have rematches. Day and Night feature heavily in this game and also effect certain Pokémon and their evolutions. A new and interesting addition to the DayCare has been added, where you can breed Pokémon and create baby pokemon or duplicates. Though there are rules and not ever creature can breed. You can also give the DayCare keepers 2 Pokémon, which is very helpful. You can carry the eggs and after so many steps (usually quite a few) they'll hatch. Very early in the game you get a Pokémon I would of thought to be rare in this game. Togepi. Shiny Pokémon- are also another addition, examples being Shiny Gyrados Berries- You can get berries that can be attached to your pokemon or used seperately. Handy in combat when you have low HP or are afflicted with say a poison attack and you don't want to waste a move using potions ect. Attachments- Pokémon attachments are great. Especially EXP.Share and items that increased their powers. Team Rocket are back in this game, but there are a host of new rocketeers, you have a rival again (and he's a thief at that oooh). There's a whole new set of Pokémon to be got in this game and you'll still come across loads of familiars from previous games. Also two new types of Pokémon are introduce, that being Dark and Steel Pokémon. Eevee's appear again and ave two new evolution forms added, depending on the time of day/night you'll get an Umbreon or an Espeon. In the previous games you got the chance to catch all 3 Legendary Bird Pokémon and then one big powerful one near the end. In this game you're given the same chances, instead it's the 3 Lengendary Dog Pokémon (Entei, Suicine and Raikou) and the big one to look for is Lugia! (Ho-Oh in Gold version). The mini games such as gambling (tut tut) are still hear and swimming on pokemon over water looks a bit less naff. Once you've beaten the game in Johto you can continue on to Kanto. This adds more time and nostalgia to the game, but fans will note that Kanto doesn't look the same as it did in previous games. Still it's a nice suprise. Certain things will annoy players, constant battles in one area, trying to get through a large patch of grassy area and that damn pre-load before a wild battle. Also caves were always annoying to navigate especially with the constant wild battles when you just were not in the mood. Overall if you're a fan of Pokémon this game is gold (pardon the poor pun). Even today it's still worth getting if you somehow missed out. Even if you can't find it Pokémon Crystal will do the job. The game took what was great from the previous games and added new features that were handy and fun and refreshed the franchise. The little tweak to colours and graphics were visible and the roster of Pokémon was a great addition. It also had great replay value and again great 'play on after you've 'won' aspect to it. 5/5 __________________ http://revandesigns.weebly.com/gaming-newsreviews.html

07-09-2008	#43 (permalink)
SSJBulma (29) Great Lord of Worlds Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: In a soup-kitchen stealin your soupz! Posts: 8,702 Blog Entries: 7 Rep Power: 144	Re: SSJBulmas Game Reviews Well I believe it does. If I'm wrong let me know and I'll own it ^_^ __________________ http://revandesigns.weebly.com/gaming-newsreviews.html

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