A long way to go

Sorry for the lack of updates. Things at school are really starting to pick up so we really don't have much time to work on videos. But that is hardly an excuse.

We've been playing a lot of different fighting games these past few weeks. Everything from Injustice to SSF4AE. If you ask me, I've been getting kinda bored with these games. hopefully Guilty Gear Xrd and Killer Instinct 3 will invigorate my passion for the genre.

Anyway, our top Five fighting games video should be coming up in about a week or so.

Doom 32X commentary

Hey now guys. It took awhile, but i finally finished Doom for the 32X. I first beat this game when I was like 12. ( Yeah I know, A little to young to be playing a game like that.) Anyway, I recorded my playthrough and commented on it with my friend Chris. Be sure to rate, comment and subscribe. And like always, have a good one.

My Resident Evil 2 Collection

I have played Resident Evil 2 extensively. Far more than most people I would say. So Each version has its pro and cons. Now you must be wondering why in the hell do I dove multiple copies of the same game?

It's simple, I love to compare video games a lot.

Here's the run down.

The N64 version i would say has the most in content. Throughout the game, you can find files left behind by the S.T.A.R.S. members. Most notably, Jill's files, detailing her failed attempts, trying to convince her superiors of Umbrellas activities up until the zombie outbreak. It truly fleshes out the story and gives deeper insight into the world of resident evil.

Besides that, it is the weakest of the three versions that I have. Graphically, it is superior than the Playstation version, if I remember correctly. But not by much. The textures looks washed out a little however, the pre-rendered backgrounds look slightly sharper.

Sound is where it took the biggest hit. All of the audio has been compressed to fit the 512 meg cartridge. All the music and dialogue sounds muddled. However, it's not so bad that you cant understand what is being said. But it is noticeable.

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The Gamecube version, I would say got the bad criticism back when it was first released. Here's why.

It was released after the part one remake. Many people were hopefully that this was going to get the same treatment. All we got was a straight port from the PSone. With some extra's.

Graphically, it's much sharper than the N64 and has more color. It's easier to see objects. There is one major flaw however, it lacks 480p support. The most it could push is 480i. With makes this game look terrible on current televisions.

Soundwise...... its all the same

I would say the biggest gripe people had with this game is it's price. It retailed for $39.99. Imaging trying to pay 40 dollars for a five year old game.
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Finally, I'll get to the best port in my opinion. The Dreamcast version.

This one takes the cake. Resident Evil 2 on Dreamcast is actually a port of the PC version. Because of that, this game is able to run at 480p. Oh hell yeah. The colors and sharpness is about the same as the Gamecube version, however, the progressive scan makes everything look so much more cleaner.

Unfortunately, it lacks any extras. This version is pretty much a straight port.

Soundwise....... Its all the same..... again.

The best thing about this title is it's price. I only paid $19.99 when it first came out. My big sister Hilda took me to buy it. 20 bucks for a resident evil game.... not bad.

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Well there you go. It's not really a review, because if it was, this thing would me much much longer. you ca easily purchase this title for PSN for only 5 bucks I think. Anyway guys..... Have a good one.

Episode 7 is up

Hey now. Sorry it took so long. Chris took his time trying to send me his lines for this one skit I came up with. Anyway here you go.

http://youtu.be/rj4Sif2Baxk

We haven't really thought up of a new episode recently. So the next episode may take awhile.

Episode 4

Hey now. Finally put up episode 4. Hope you guys enjoy it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_boyLtzFBx4

It took awhile longer since i have been desperately trying to get a picture in picture scene to work.

My Doom Essay

What you are about to read is an extra credit assignment I did a few years ago. The goal was to write a one page essay about anything I wanted, only using one syllable words. It was actually harder than it looks. I do not know what my score was since I never got my paper back. But I got an A in the class so it must have been good. Anyways, I thought it would be neat to share this with you all.

Doom

            This game. This Doom. As a kid, I played it as if it was church. Like some god nut. But it was a game. Yes a game. A game that told me that gore and blood is new. Not much to it. Just point and shoot. Hell yeah. Bang, boom. Its head is blown to bits. As a kid, I was stoke. A new look for games. The age of the run and gun has come. It was also the start of things to come.

            Mom and dad did not like this game. They would hide my game just to keep me at bay. A church type mom and dad they are. But they did not know of my stash. The thing I craved.

            Through the depths of mars. A dark maze one must go. To save the earth and man. One by one, they come. Two by two they come. Ten by ten they come. From the left a roar, from the right a screech.There is a tool at hand. Its a gun. Its a big gun. Bang bang boom, you take them down. Find the keys to leave the zone. Just to start the next maze of Doom.

            When all is lost, do not fret. For your fist is at hand. Punch its face in, where they stand. With the black box, your strength will grow. They will end up in a pool of gore. The treats that it has, is part of the game. Health points, and guns hide in doors. Creeps guard them though. Nice, more to kill. Let me just aim and shoot. Don't stand in my way. Not one thing will live if you do. Bang, bang bang, one two three, in the head. Long gone its head it is. Too bad, the brown spiked imp did not see it come.

            In the depths of hell I am. Pain and screams there is. Just a game I say. But now there is fear at play. But play I must to end it. Or else I will have to rent it once more. And that will be bore. Hell no I say. The dark gods will not have their way. This game is too cool to quit. Plus I paid five bucks for a three day kill spree. Boy, does this game make me feel free.

            Here I am now. Next to the beast. Four long legs and a boom stick to boot. I have no choice but to aim and shoot. Its not going down, sin is its fuel. I bet the man who made this game is cruel. None the less, a fight I am in. Must save my ass, that is the rule. Shoot shoot shoot, that is what I do.  The beast go's down in a pool of blood. Mom and dad tell me that this is a waste. That's what they said when I ate the paste. Though I was like five. Doom came at me when I was 10.

            Now that I am old, this game, this Doom is part of my life. Mods on the web makes my day. With ones like thy, I play. Over the net I say yay. Though the lag sucks, its still a fray. This game to this day, still makes me gay.

             

Finally. Capcom Round One is up.

Hey now. I know it has been awhile. But Chris had some family over last week so we couldn't do it last week. Anyway here you go.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWTMPOtVWJ4

Sorry Guys

Sorry guys, it looks like there wont be any podcast this week. Chris had to do a family thing at the last minute.

Gaming today

Now that I got that out of the way, I think is time for me to share my thoughts on certain matters concerning the current state of video games. This past E3 I realized that video games are not going to get any better. If anything, we are going to get more of the same. Another dull generation if you ask me. If you need examples just look at both Sony and Microsoft's conferences. They are either sequels or spinoffs of already established franchises. The only game that peaked my interest in a big way is Killer Instinct.

Killer Instinct. I have fond memories playing that game on the Super Nintendo at my friend's house. Pulling off combos for hours. Until we manage to perform a Ultra. Man! those were the days. Unbeknownst to me, that there was an arcade scene, with another groups of friends, doing the same thing. The only difference, was that they were huddled next to an arcade machine instead of TV screen. Somehow that game brought people together, like many others. There was a sense of community. People you could share info with, and exchange game strategies. The same could be said with many other games at the time. Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Sonic, Mario, and Contra.

But now.... It's not the same. We as gamers lost something special over these past generations. Gradually, we lost our arcade roots. The only place where we could see and play the latest and greatest before they got home ports. Although, I could tell it was coming since the Dreamcast manage to get arcade perfect ports of 3rd Strike and King of Fighters.

Nowadays, if you want to play against somebody, just log on to PSN or Xbox live and have a go at it. However, most of the time, you'll hear a bunch of whiners threatening you with murder and racial slurs. Not a very friendly environment. Back in the day you'd have your ass kicked if you said anything like that in a arcade.

The anonymity of the internet i guess brings out the asshole in people.

What brought this up, was when I had John and Chris over to record our last podcast, I forced them to play Contra. Seeing them miserably fail on the first stage cheered me up. Yeah... I know. Its kinda messed up. But having them there brought back a joy that I have been missing for a long time. We then played Metal Gear and Resident Evil. It was like high school all over again. Just me and a bunch of friends, breaking each others balls and talking about upcoming video games.

I feel that we lost that sense of community since the arrival of Xbox Live back in 2002. And with another Battlefield and Call of Duty down the line, I don't see gaming changing for the better anytime soon. (Or maybe its just the nostalgia talking.)

Another release

Got our second episode out. It has to do with Konami and Survival horror games. It's an interesting subject since we are fans of the Metal Gear.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-H6LBHVN63c


 We had our friend John from work to chime in. However, he seems a little off. Doesn't have much to say.

Oh yeah.... I almost forgot. Both John and Chris never played any Contra title after recording. So I had them play Alien wars on the SNES. Watching them was awesome. Makes me question whether they are gamers or not. Here's the link.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F90_noZJkuc

Sorry for the shaky camera.

A quick uptdate

I am in the middle of working on our second episode. Its coming along slowly. (Damn I need a new computer.) The subject is about Konami and Survival horror. Which makes me regret selling my silent hill 2 game. Either way, its more about us rambling on about both subjects. I don't think it makes any sense half the time. But that's half the fun I think.

On a side note, I recently found out that there is going to be another Sonic Cartoon. Yep.... that's right. I'm geeking out here. Flash backs of me siting infront of the TV eating cheerios and watching SatAM are in my mind right now. All that I know is that its comedic and the guy who wrote for My Little Pony is penning the script. Can't wait to see how it turns out.

Also here is what I call the Road Trip Edition of Calling All Geeks. This was our first recordings so everything is a little off. At some point, I forgot how to turn on my air conditioner.

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Our First Blog

Wow.... my first blog. Well..... i recently got dumped by my girlfriend. But that is besides the point. Basically this blog will mostly have to do with our weekly podcast. We have one put up. Here's the link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvs1y1ncVdw

and

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGnKcRCT7OY

Yeah, i meant to use my original YouTube account and accidently used my google one instead.

Our podcast mainly focuses on, comic books, video games, movies, and basically anything geek related. Im currently working on our next podcast. They are the ones that we recorded while we were driving around the valley. Not very thought out or spoken well, but i feel that they are fun none the less.