need quirky Ps2 games reccomendations
05-27-02, 12:28 AM
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need quirky Ps2 games reccomendations
I am looking for games that just scream out "Japan!!!" I love this types of games and I just got a Ps2. Thank you.
05-27-02, 12:37 AM
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Hmm. the only one I can think of off the top of my head is Mr. Mosquito. You actually control a mosquito. Very bizarre indeed. There's a bunch of others but I'm at a loss right now. I'll post some more as I think of them.
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Mad Maestro is pretty fun and Okage is really quirky... the humor is just priceless. I also own Mr. Mosquito which I would have to recommend a rental first, it was alright but not sure I'd have bought it. Might rent Mad Maestro as well, I can see that not appealling to mass audiences. But Okage, get that one 
If you can find it, it's also one of the 50% titles at KB and I believe it's only like 11.50 if you can find a store with it.
I realize I just said titles already said, but I wanted to second them cuz they defenitely are quirky and are really the only ones I can think of as well.
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If you can find it, it's also one of the 50% titles at KB and I believe it's only like 11.50 if you can find a store with it.I realize I just said titles already said, but I wanted to second them cuz they defenitely are quirky and are really the only ones I can think of as well.
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05-27-02, 02:48 AM
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Yeah Mr. Mosquito is very japanese, but its really short, around 3 hours I think, its a great rent.
Gitaroo-Man is awesome!! I picked it up recently, the music is excellent and the localization is very well done yet still retains its japanese quirkiness. The play starts out simple but soon becomes really frantic in the later stages, I highly reccomend this one!!
Mad Maestro looks pretty cool too, unfortunately I haven't had a chance to play it yet. I'm trying to track it down right now.
The adventures of cookies and cream is a blast but the game almost requires you to have 2 people to play it at the same time, its extremely difficult with one player.
Also if you don't mind PS1 games, you should try out Incredible Crisis it is incredibly japanese, its a miracle that game ever crossed the shores but its pretty cool.
I know there are a few others but I'll have to check.
Gitaroo-Man is awesome!! I picked it up recently, the music is excellent and the localization is very well done yet still retains its japanese quirkiness. The play starts out simple but soon becomes really frantic in the later stages, I highly reccomend this one!!
Mad Maestro looks pretty cool too, unfortunately I haven't had a chance to play it yet. I'm trying to track it down right now.
The adventures of cookies and cream is a blast but the game almost requires you to have 2 people to play it at the same time, its extremely difficult with one player
.Also if you don't mind PS1 games, you should try out Incredible Crisis it is incredibly japanese, its a miracle that game ever crossed the shores but its pretty cool.
I know there are a few others but I'll have to check.
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Alright to update this post. I have bought a lot of games so far and here is the list:
mof frontline, gta3, dynasty warriors 2, kessen 1 and 2, romance of the 3 kingdoms 7, frequency, gitaroo-man, mad maestro, ffX, devil may cry, tm: black, okage, VF4, ICO, Onimusha, and State of Emergency.
next on the list:
parappa 2, mister mosquito, dynasty warriors 3, adventures of cookies and cream, super bust a move, and kingdom hearts.
Anything else I should add acording to my so far tastes.
mof frontline, gta3, dynasty warriors 2, kessen 1 and 2, romance of the 3 kingdoms 7, frequency, gitaroo-man, mad maestro, ffX, devil may cry, tm: black, okage, VF4, ICO, Onimusha, and State of Emergency.
next on the list:
parappa 2, mister mosquito, dynasty warriors 3, adventures of cookies and cream, super bust a move, and kingdom hearts.
Anything else I should add acording to my so far tastes.
08-15-02, 07:00 AM
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ChrisKnudsen: Only get Parappa 2 if it is cheap, you should be able to beat it in under an hour. Super Busta Move is great I love it, try and find the PS1 game Incredible Crisis, you WILL NOT be dissapointed, it is the best "Japan" game that was localized IMO
08-15-02, 09:02 PM
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I have Mr. Mosquito and I like it - it's short though and the last levels get damn near impossible.
I also have Fatal Frame which isn't quite so quirky, but it's fairly Japanese for a survival horror game. Very interesting take on the genre since you use a camera as your only weapon.
I also have Fatal Frame which isn't quite so quirky, but it's fairly Japanese for a survival horror game. Very interesting take on the genre since you use a camera as your only weapon.
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I was thinking about Fatal Frame but I am waiting for it to hit $20 before I buy. I am adding Incredible Crisis to the list of games to get. I see Aqua Aqua for cheap so I might pick up also. Anyone hear anything about Fresh's new lineup? I want to play a dating sim without learning another language like Shine or something from the Tokimeki Memoral series.
I am actually considering the Britney game and buying two pads. I think it would be funny for someone in my taste in indie rock music has the Britney game. Also, it could be an ultimate corny party game. How does it rate to the Dance Dance Revolution series? I use to have the Spice Girls game because I loved the original Parappa so much and needed more music games but I wish they would make a dancing game with stuff from Moby's early trancy career or Kid Kola or even early 90's dance like Real McCoy or something you would see in the Pulse ads. I also thought about that cel-shaded skateboard game from Koei named Yunna or something like that but it is getting horrible reviews but I like the little skateboard thing you add to your controller which could be neat.
Rez is also highly recc. so that is added to the list but another one I can wait on until a price reduction.
I am actually considering the Britney game and buying two pads. I think it would be funny for someone in my taste in indie rock music has the Britney game. Also, it could be an ultimate corny party game. How does it rate to the Dance Dance Revolution series? I use to have the Spice Girls game because I loved the original Parappa so much and needed more music games but I wish they would make a dancing game with stuff from Moby's early trancy career or Kid Kola or even early 90's dance like Real McCoy or something you would see in the Pulse ads. I also thought about that cel-shaded skateboard game from Koei named Yunna or something like that but it is getting horrible reviews but I like the little skateboard thing you add to your controller which could be neat.
Rez is also highly recc. so that is added to the list but another one I can wait on until a price reduction.
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Another nod to The Adventures of Cookies and Cream.
This is the game I play the most with my friends. Its just a complete blast play with friends. I picked it up in the used game section and it has been my most worthwhile PS2 purchase.
This is the game I play the most with my friends. Its just a complete blast play with friends. I picked it up in the used game section and it has been my most worthwhile PS2 purchase.
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I've said it in other threads and I'll say it again. The Adventures of Cookie & Cream is the underapreciated gem of the PS2. Get your copy now. It is the perfect antidote to hours of MGS2, FFIX, and Madden.
Plus, it could be the only game I can consistantly convince my wife to play along with me.
Plus, it could be the only game I can consistantly convince my wife to play along with me.
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I know this thread has been dormant for three weeks, but I was in a Costco this weekend and saw:
Mad Maestro - $18.50
Mr. Mosquito - $18.50
Parappa the Rapper (PS1) - $13.50
I thought that Parappa 1 was long out of print, but this proved me wrong.
If I am a fan of Parappa and Um Jammer Lammy, will I enjoy Mad Maestro? I was very tempted.
On a side note, Costco had TONS of PS2 games for $18.50 or less. Mostly GH titles, but lots of others as well.
Mad Maestro - $18.50
Mr. Mosquito - $18.50
Parappa the Rapper (PS1) - $13.50
I thought that Parappa 1 was long out of print, but this proved me wrong.
If I am a fan of Parappa and Um Jammer Lammy, will I enjoy Mad Maestro? I was very tempted.
On a side note, Costco had TONS of PS2 games for $18.50 or less. Mostly GH titles, but lots of others as well.
09-25-02, 10:37 AM
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I've said it in other threads and I'll say it again. The Adventures of Cookie & Cream is the underapreciated gem of the PS2. Get your copy now. It is the perfect antidote to hours of MGS2, FFIX, and Madden.
Plus, it could be the only game I can consistantly convince my wife to play along with me.
I've said it in other threads and I'll say it again. The Adventures of Cookie & Cream is the underapreciated gem of the PS2. Get your copy now. It is the perfect antidote to hours of MGS2, FFIX, and Madden.
Plus, it could be the only game I can consistantly convince my wife to play along with me.
"Why do the rabbits or whatever they are have to go to the other side?" she says.
Arrrgh.
