As you can see, I haven't updated in a few days, which is quite unlike me. I've been pretty busy lately, selling stuff at a Flea Market, which took me forever to get through, what with getting ready for it and all. I've also had a friend over at my house for the past few days.
Anyway, I have an announcement: After a LOT of thinking, I've decided to extend my Blog to other retro games, not just Nintendo. The occasional newer game might pop in somewhere, but only if I think it's REALLY good/unique/innovative/etc.
Some were against it, and some told me to do whatever I want, but I've thought hard about this, and I've decided to go through with it. Don't worry. Retro games will still be my main focus. I just enjoy so many different games, that I'd like to extend my focus a bit.
Anyway, that's it for now. Also, if your looking for a good Video Game song to listen to, check out this Remix of the Moon Theme from Duck Tales. It...Kicks...Ass. 
DUCKS ON THE FREAKING MOON!! 
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At long last, after 19 long years, it is mine...The Power Glove is finally mine!
I went to the Post Office this morning, as I had to mail something, and decided to pick up my own mail while I was at it. The woman there handed me several pieces of Junk Mail, a Small Package, and a Large Package. (The small one was The Wizard and Cloak & Dagger on DVD). I had a good feeling about the big one, and hurried home. Right when I got home, I opened it, and saw the thing...
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I smiled so big, my face actually got stuck that way for a couple of minutes. Heh.
I brought up a FAQ on how to use the thing online, and proceeded to hook it up. I popped Super Mario Bros. into the console and switched that sucker on as fast as humanly possible.
It took some practice, not to mention trial and error to get used to the thing, but I think I'm getting better at handling it. To be honest though, I can see why people hated it: It's not the most comfortable thing in the world, and it's centering features are kind of messed up, but I enjoyed using it. It was DEFINITELY worth the money I paid for it.
Well, that's it for this post. Until next time, I leave you all with this...
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"I love the Power Glove. It's so bad."
NOTE: Yes, that's really me, and yes, I really am that nerdy.
Thanks for reading!
NOTE: This game was played through an Emulator, something I wouldn't normally do, but I can't read Japanese, so I had to play the Translated J Release using an Emulator.
As you all know, I recently learned of Mad City, the Japanese Version of The Adventures Of Bayou Billy. While I do own the game, it's not in English, so I played the Translated Version through an Emulator. Here's the story:
Stage 1: Bayou 1
I began this stage fighting a few enemies, the only noticeable difference so far being that the enemies were weaker than in Bayou Billy. I proceeded to knock the crap out of them and move on. As I moved through the stage, I began to notice more differences, such as not having to fight Crocodiles, as was REQUIRED in BB. They were still there, I just didn't have to fight them. Anyway, after several weak enemies, I beat the stage.
Stage 2: Bayou 2
A shooting stage! Nice! Even better, I had 150 Bullets to shoot, as opposed to 100 in BB. The difficulty was about the same though as in BB, save for the boss, who took less shots to take down. Moving on...
Stage 3: Bayou 3
A real boss battle! It was the usual strong man, but despite his tough appearance, he was a total wuss. Granted, he did score some hits on me, but I still won the fight without losing any lives. With him beaten, I proceeded to the next stage, which surprised me yet again...
Stage 4: To The City 1
The first of the driving stages was much different than that in BB. For one, there was a time limit, and no meter to show you how far you were in the stage. The upside? There was a health bar now, along with the stage being shorter. It also seemed easier to hit the enemies with bullets and dynamite sticks. This stage completed, I moved on...
Stage 5: To The City 2
Another driving stage. Not much to say here, other than it was also easier than the BB equivalent.
Stage 6: Mad City 1
A street fighting stage again! Besides the usual easy enemies, one particular group seemed to be as tough as they're BB counterparts, but seeing as how the rest of the stage was easy, it didn't really matter.
Stage 7: Mad City 2
A shoot-out in Mad City! This stage actually got me a couple of times, once by normal enemies, and once by the boss. After I lost the 2nd time though, the boss was really easy because I had full ammo and health.
Stage 8: Outside The Mansion
This stage actually had me kind of worried, as I had no lives left by this point, and I was losing health fast because of the (somewhat) cheap enemies. In fact, by the time I had defeated the last enemy, I only had one health square left. I did manage to pick up a Whip though, which would help me at...
Stage 9: Inside The Mansion
All my health restored, I met with the Semi Final Boss and proceeded to beat him down. Strangely enough, his difficulty level was about the same as in BB. With 6/8 health squares left, I beat him and moved on to his robotic goons. They scored some hits on me, and even knocked my Whip away from me a few times, but I still won, and rather easily. Annabelle rescued, the game was finished in less than an hour.
I could have gone for the Bad Ending and ran away from Annabelle, but for whatever reason, I didn't. I guess I'm just a nice guy.
Anyway, I never got a game over, so I didn't get to experience the quiz mode. Ah, well. Maybe next time.
Thanks for reading!
The Adventures Of Bayou Billy...As many of you know, I recently completed this extremely difficult game. Anyway, this made me think of something. It reminded me that games in Japan are usually tougher than they're US Counterparts. Seeking an even greater challenge, I bought the Japanese Version, titled "Mad City" on eBay, and proceeded to put it into a Famicom-To-NES Adapter, which I got out of my copy of Gyromite. After doing this, I booted the game up, only to be greeted with a great shock: Mad City was way easier than Bayou Billy! "Why?!" I thought to myself. "Why would Konami do this to us?!". The only conclusion I can come to is that some sadist at Konami got the bright idea to teach us American Gamers some kind of harsh lesson. Mad City is so EASY compared to Bayou Billy that it's not even funny. I also learned that some content was taken out of the US Release, such as:
A Quiz Mode
Extra Endings
Easier Driving Stages
Some Graphic Changes
There's even an option to let the player end Billy's relationship with Annabelle at the end! I guess I can kind of understand why that was taken out, but there was no excuse for Konami to remove the rest of the content. Anyway, that's it for this rant. I just found this to be very shocking.
Thanks for reading!
"BUCKY! Captain Bucky O'Hare!"
I doubt too many people heard these words on Saturday Mornings in the 90s, as it wasn't exactly a popular Cartoon. Based off a comic book, Bucky O'Hare is the story of a Green Rabbit who fights Toads in Space. So, why am I posting this in a Blog about Nintendo Games? Because it got an NES Game!
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I first played this game on my Brother's NES at my Dad's House when I was just a kid. I loved every minute of it. I have not played it since, but I'd love to get another chance at it. As I recall, it was a very fun game, and I spent loads of time playing it. Sadly, I could never beat it, as I was just a kid, and it was pretty challenging.
Anyway, the NES game was not the end of Bucky, because as I mentioned before, he had his own cartoon, which sadly, only lasted 13 Episodes. Bucky would not give up that easily though. As if to offer resolution to his Cartoon Series, an Arcade only sequel to the Cartoon Series was released, which details his Final Battle against The Toad Menace.
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The Arcade Version was also developed by Konami, but because of it's different story, it was not a port of the NES Game. Like I said before, it was a sequel to the Cartoon Series, and even featured the Voice Actors from the Cartoon, which was pretty cool.
So, what has become of Bucky since his final battle with the Toads? According to Wikipedia, a 3D Cartoon was produced by the original Comic Book Author. Yes, I did neglect to mention that Bucky started as a Comic Book Hero. Sorry!
Anyway, I would really like to play the NES Game again. If anyone has a copy for sale or trade, could you send me a PM or leave a comment on this entry? I'd appreciate it.
Thanks for reading!
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There are a LOT of Unlicensed Games for the NES. One of them is Spiritual Warfare, a game I found to be rather enjoyable. It's an obvious clone of The Legend of Zelda in terms of gameplay, but it's story represents a Christian Theme. I know not many people are fans of Christian Games, but this game is actually decent, to the point of being fun, and no, I'm not just saying that because I'm a Christian myself. Heh. Anyway...
As I mentioned before, this game plays a lot like The Legend of Zelda, but with a few differences. For example, all your weapons (as far as I can tell) are ranged weapons. I have not seen a Sword or a similar weapon since I started it, despite the Box Art showing a Warrior with a Sword. Also, this game is a lot easier, as it was probably intended to be a kid's game. Nonetheless, I found it quite fun. Also, you gotta love the Title Screen:
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Yes, that Sword is on fire. Also, notice the "VER 6.1" below it. Not sure what's up with that, but I got a cheap laugh out of it.
Anyway, the game seems to take place in a modern setting, as opposed to a fantasy world. Take a look:
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Being a Christian Game, you don't actually *kill* enemies. You throw fruit at them, and the Demon possessing them leaves they're body. Occasionally though, the Demon will come after you, and you can kill it.
One thing that boggled my mind is the fact that the currency is birds, which I honestly did not understand. If this is another part of the Christian Theme, I must have missed something.
But seriously, this is a fun game, and I'd recommend it to anyone who likes The Legend of Zelda, but is looking for a more light hearted experience.
Thanks for reading!
NOTE: This was not intended to be a Review of the game, but a Synopsis. I may write a Review of it at a later time though.
On the last episode of DRAGON! BA--I mean, Finding Nintendo, Redd had said--Nah, I'm just messing with you all. Dragon Ball Z is a good anime, but it takes too long to make it's point. Heh. Anyway, as you all know, I mentioned getting a Power Glove from someone in Japan. That fell through. However, this morning, I made just enough money to buy one. Hopefully, this one doesn't pull an eBay on me and I actually get it. That said, when I get it, I'm gonna post pictures of it. That's it for now. Look forward to the next post. Again, sorry for another short post. My next ones will be better.
As you all know, my last Quest for a Power Glove did not go over so well. I bought one, and the seller refunded my money, as he had already sold it to someone else. The hope that I would get another chance was slim.
I was on Racketboy one morning at around 10:00 AM, and I noticed a new message in my PM Inbox. I figured that it was just another user inquiring about one of the items on my Sell List, as that's what I most often receive PMs about. I quickly noticed that it was about something else. Opening the message, the user who sent it was explaining that Power Gloves were super cheap in Japan. I quickly saw his point, and he offered to send me one, should I compensate him for it.
Fast forward to the next day, he tells me that he's going to the store tomorrow. So I waited for the next day.
Fast forward to today, he tells me he called the store, but the person working there didn't seem to know what he was talking about (He said that the person working there sounded young). Anyway, he said that he'd stop by there "soon". As of writing this entry, I am eagerly awaiting his next message.
I will continue to provide updates here as I get messages from him. Here's hoping I get it.
Thanks for reading!
As you all know, I love all things Nintendo, but what I love the most out of all my Nintendo Stuff is my NES Collection. It's not that big, but it's getting there. Here's some pictures of it.
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I do have lots of other Nintendo Merchandise, but this just happens to be my favorite stuff. I have some pretty obscure stuff, like a Virtual Boy and a Nintendo Anniversary Game Boy Micro. I even have the Super Mario Bros. Movie on DVD! Your probably thinking that I'm crazy for owning that, but I think it's pretty good, and when someone tells me otherwise, I just shrug it off and tell them that that's they're opinion and that it's fine with me. Fun Fact: There's a Super Mario Bros. Anime (Japanese Animation) in Japan, but from what I understand, it was only released on VHS, and it's really hard to find now. Anyway, this post was basically just to show you all my collection of NES Stuff, so I'm gonna stop writing here.
Thanks for reading!
This is the not-so-happy story of my quest to obtain a Power Glove.
Many retro gamers are aware of the existence of an item for the NES called the Power Glove. I first discovered this item as a kid, while watching the movie Beethoven (which is really good by the way). It had appeared in the film, being used by one of the kids to play Super Mario Bros. 3. Being just a kid, I thought it was the coolest thing in the world, and I desired one.
Unfortunately, I could not acquire one at this point in my life, because if I recall correctly, they were no longer being sold, as it was not exactly a hot item. So I waited...
Fast forward to the year 2010, I finally saw my chance: There was a complete one, box and all, listed on eBay. I wanted it so bad, that I went on Racketboy, and heavily advertised my sale thread in the IRC Chat Room, which is something I normally don't do, not wanting to put pressure on my customers and all. Luckily for me though, I had stuff that they wanted, and thanks to two customers in particular, I had reached my goal of 80 Dollars, which would allow me to buy it and cover the shipping charges. Take note that I don't have a steady job at the moment, so this kind of cash was not exactly easy to get.
I hurried to eBay, and quickly purchased it. Victory was finally mine...
...So I thought anyway.
About a week passed, and I was waiting rather impatiently for the mail, hoping it would arrive that day. The mail came, but there was no Power Glove. I was growing concerned, so I decided to sign into my eBay Account and send the seller a message, asking if they had shipped it yet.
Before I could start writing the message though, I noticed that I had a new message myself. I decided to check it first. Upon arriving at my inbox, I saw that it was from the seller. I opened it, and was greeted with this:
"I am sorry, but I am going to have to refund your payment for the boxed power glove. I had this item for sale on another site simultaneously with the listing on eBay. It was purchased by a different buyer prior to your purchase here. I normaly don't list on multiple sites, but had listed this on Amazon months ago and to be honest, I had forgotten that it was even on there when I listed it on eBay. I am really sorry for your inconvience in this matter. Thanks for your understanding."
After reading it, I was at a complete loss for words. The item I had worked so hard to obtain, and for so long, was taken away from me in the most unfair way possible. I actually sat there, reading the message over and over again for at least 5 minutes before my anger kicked in.
I just found this to be so wrong on so many levels. Maybe this was just another lost sale to the seller, but to me it was more. Of course, the seller didn't know that, but I was still angry, and to this day, that anger lasts.
Having 80 Dollars in my Paypal Account again, I decided to look for another one. I found a few, but they were all listed at higher prices than what I could afford. I searched for days, but nothing came up, so I finally spent the money on some other NES Accessories.
As I said before, to this day, I am still enraged, and what fuels that rage even higher is the fact that there's not a thing I can do about this. That seller will probably do this to other, unsuspecting customers, and I can't even warn them.
To this day, I continue to search for a Power Glove, despite my fellow Racketboy Member's protests against it. Since I have no money, I can only hope someone will trade me one, which slims down the chances of getting one even further.
Unfortunately, I'm left with the conclusion that I may never get one, but being as stubborn as I am, I refuse to give up until the very end.
Thanks for reading.
Perhaps the most infamous game on the NES is Action 52, despite not being that well known. This game contains 52 Games in one NES Cart, and many of the games are of different genres. Sounds like good fun, yes? Ha Ha Ha...THAT'S WRONG! 
Action 52 has got to be the worst thing I have ever seen to appear on the beloved NES. The games are buggy, difficult, and just not much fun. However, the real reason I'm covering this game today is because of Number 52 on the cart: The Cheetahmen.
Cheetahmen was the result of some genius' idea to cash in on the whole animal hero craze from the 90s. Needless to say, that someone found that it was harder to accomplish than expected. A whole line of merchandise was planned for Cheetahmen, but due to Action 52's failure, it all fell through. Cheetahmen is a disgrace, not just to gaming, but to everything in general. It's just...wrong.
Oh, and it doesn't stop there. Active Enterprises, the Developer of Action 52 got the bright idea to develop a sequel, Cheetahmen II.
Fortunately, this tragedy was stopped. Despite the game being mostly complete, A.E. decided not to release it, and for good reason. The world was safe from the Cheetahmen once and for all...right? WRONG...AGAIN!
In 1996, someone discovered 1,000+ Copies of the game in a warehouse. Oh, joy.
They were put up for sale on the secondary market, and sold rather quickly. Now, why would anyone want this game? It's simple: The number of copies of it. There were not many, and now it is now very hard to find. In fact, one copy sold for over 1000 Dollars, and a box of the game sold for over 400 Dollars. Needless to say, this game is valuable, despite it's lack of quality.
So, you may be asking yourself: Is there ANYTHING good about Action 52? Yeah. The cartridge looks pretty cool. Here's a picture of it.
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Anyway, on with the story. I decided that I want to own this game, if only for the reason that I'm trying to get as many NES Games as humanly possible. Knowing that it was an awful game, I figured I could find it cheap on eBay. I could not have been more wrong. It was 400 Dollars. Of course, I could never afford this, so I'm left with the option to get a Repro of it, if making one is even possible.
Something else comes to mind: ROMhacking has made many unplayable games playable and actually fun over the years. Sometimes I think to myself, what if someone hacked Action 52 and fixed it? Would it really be any better? Only time will tell if this happens.
On a funnier note, check out the following video. It's a Cheetahmen II Rap made by the very talented Duane and Brand0.
Man, these games are awful. I honestly feel sorry for anyone who has played either of them.
That's it. Thanks for reading!
What a night tonight was. After two weeks or so of practice, I finally completed The Adventures of Bayou Billy for the NES. This was no picnic, believe me. In fact, it was practically a nightmare. In fact, if not for some tips from Racketboy Members and a LOT of Soda, I couldn't have done it. Where to begin...
I found out about this game about two months ago, but I don't remember how. Anyway, acting on pure impulse, I picked up a complete copy on eBay fairly cheap. I got it 4 days later, and booted it up. Of course, I was not aware that this game was tougher than Battletoads, so I got my ass handed to me several times. It was then that I decided that I would beat it no matter what.
From that point on, I practiced and tried to memorize every stage. That did not go well, so I stopped for a bit. Some time later, I picked it back up and tried again. After two weeks, I felt that I had everything memorized, save for the last level, and prepared for the Great Bayou Battle.
After many game overs, I finally got to the end. I saw what I thought was the last boss and proceeded to whip the shit out of him. Literally. See, I had picked up a whip for a weapon earlier, and...well, you get the point. I beat him, thinking it was over, and moved on. Before I knew it, two goons in robotic armor showed up and returned the favor. Fortunately, I had racked up a few lives, but they still wore me down to one life. Barely any health remaining, I scored a VERY lucky hit and killed them. Finally, I was treated to the (rather anti-climactic) ending. Nonetheless, I was pretty freaking happy.
Anyway, the game beaten, I put it back among my collection, and decided that I would NOT do that again. Why I did it in the first place is still a mystery, even to me. Maybe I was trying to prove a point, maybe I was just trying to find a great challenge. Who knows. Anyway, that's my story. Thanks for reading!
It's been a VERY long time since the NES was first released where I live (USA). That being said, if you find a Front Loader NES, odds are it won't work right, or at all for that matter. This is the story of my search for a working NES.
It all started last year, on Christmas. I had received an NES Game called Ultima: Quest of the Avatar. However, I had no way to play it, as I did not own an NES. Thus, my search began...
I first went to the Mall in town, as it had a retro store called Gamepad within. They had an NES, but when they plugged it in to test it, it did not work. Disappointed, I decided to buy Star Fox for the SNES. I got home, and it did not work, no matter what I did. I was pretty mad, so I went on Facebook, and posted a message going against them.
3 Days Later, I found out about another retro store in town, run by a man under the alias, Sage Mantis. I figured it couldn't hurt to try, so I went out there and bought an NES...It didn't work. The next day, I exchanged it for another...It also didn't work. Sage Mantis said that he was not aware of this, and gave me my money back.
I continued to search for an NES, and found several on eBay, but they were all quite expensive, especially the top loaders. Angry, I finally settled with buying a hardware clone. However, that hasn't stopped me in searching for an NES. Today, I continue my search in hopes that I will find a working one someday.
At one point, I had a chance to get one from a good friend of mine on a site called Racketboy, but certain events prevented it.
Someday, NES, I will find you. As the new Captain N, I will never give up my search.
Thanks for reading!
Hi. I'm Redd McKnight, and this is my Nintendo Blog. I love Nintendo Games, and I made this Blog to show that. I will post reviews, stories, and other stuff here. I hope you enjoy it!
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