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Old 09-15-07 | 07:08 AM
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Im looking forward to getting a wavebird and some gamecube games as I never got a gamecube. I've been looking and it doesn't seem any store carry them anymore. Anyone know where I can get one besides ebay. WHat gamecube games is worth getting too?
I also had a hard time finding one new, but then I lucked out and found one w/ receiver unit used at Gamestop/EB games. So I say try them. To me it's the only way to go when playing GC games on the Wii. There's no way I could deal with controller wires in my current set up.
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Old 09-15-07 | 12:44 PM
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I also had a hard time finding one new, but then I lucked out and found one w/ receiver unit used at Gamestop/EB games. So I say try them. To me it's the only way to go when playing GC games on the Wii. There's no way I could deal with controller wires in my current set up.

what was the price for a use one?
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Old 09-15-07 | 01:25 PM
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I think I paid like $14 or $15.
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Old 09-15-07 | 06:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Giantrobo
I also had a hard time finding one new, but then I lucked out and found one w/ receiver unit used at Gamestop/EB games. So I say try them. To me it's the only way to go when playing GC games on the Wii. There's no way I could deal with controller wires in my current set up.
I think Nintendo stopped production on them, which I think is dumb considering how much they advertise the Wii as GC compatible. I found my Wavebird new back in March at Target -- though they're probably all gone now. It does make we wish I had got 2 though.
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Old 09-16-07 | 04:07 PM
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Wavebirds seem to be going for high prices on ebay and Amazon.
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Old 09-17-07 | 06:56 AM
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*crosses fingers for Sin & Punishment*
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Old 09-17-07 | 07:40 AM
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*crosses fingers for Sin & Punishment*
*points and laughs*

VC Update for 9/17:
Yoshi's Story™ (Nintendo 64, 1 player, rated E for Everyone, 1,000 Wii Points): The evil Baby Bowser has cast a spell turning Yoshi's Island™ into a picture book. Worse yet, the Super Happy Tree has been stolen, making the island dark and gloomy. Players must take control of six Yoshis, each a different color, and travel through six pages (worlds) of platforming adventure to recover the tree and return the island to normal. Featuring huge character models and bright, vibrant colors, the game's various environments (such as woods, caves, mountains and oceans) come alive in a uniquely gorgeous 2½-D look. Eat fruit, avoid enemies and obstacles, and throw eggs from the Yoshis' never-ending supply in your quest to stop Baby Bowser's plan from succeeding. If you're good enough, you can aim for higher scores by being picky about the fruit you eat. And who knows, you might even find the mysterious black and white Yoshis.

Super Thunder Blade™ (Sega Genesis, 1 player, rated E for Everyone - Mild Violence, 800 Wii Points): In this follow-up to Thunder Blade, you'll fly a new and improved attack helicopter in a series of attacks against guerilla armies that are bent on taking over the world. Although your aircraft is formidable, your enemies are vast and varied. You'll have to take on submarines, tanks, fighter planes and more. Your command of this state-of-the-art battle copter must be top notch, as you'll have to dodge oncoming fire and use your various weapons to eliminate all enemy targets so you can reach the guerilla base and end their nefarious plans once and for all. Put on your flight suit and step into the thrilling action of Super Thunder Blade.

World Class Baseball (TurboGrafx16, 1-2 players, rated E for Everyone, 600 Wii Points): Acclaimed for its steady game play, World Class Baseball is the definitive baseball game on the TurboGrafx16. Battle the computer in OPEN MODE or play a friend in VERSUS MODE. Customize your team in EDIT MODE or even watch a game between two computer opponents in WATCH MODE. World Class Baseball offers the complete baseball gaming experience. Of course there's also plenty of single-player action. The main feature is PENNANT MODE, where the player chooses a team from one of the world's leagues and strives to win their team's league. Beat league rivals and save your progress with passwords on your way to becoming league champions. After winning your league, get ready to the face the other league's champion in the heated series for the world championship.
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Old 09-17-07 | 07:51 AM
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Oh wow, I remember World Class Baseball. That brings back memories. What a great game it was back in the day.
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Yoshi's Story is one of my favorite N64 games, good choice.
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Old 09-17-07 | 07:52 AM
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Damn, not even a SMB2 to tease that we're getting the imports too.
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Old 09-17-07 | 08:13 AM
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Yoshi's Story is one of my favorite N64 games, good choice.
I must have missed this one, as I've never heard of it. Is it a traditional platformer? Similar to Yoshi's Island?
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Old 09-17-07 | 09:25 AM
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I would also appreciate any opinions on Yoshi's Story. I found the old review from 1998 on Gamespot, and they complain about it being too easy. I don't necessarily think that's a bad thing, because I'm finding a lot of these old games to be harder than I remembered. Is it fun?

Any other VC recommendations that aren't insanely difficult? I haven't regretted buying Kirby (NES) and Super Mario World (SNES), and I'll eventually pick up Paper Mario (N64). But I haven't gotten a lot of play out of some other purchases because apparently my game playing skills have gone downhill as I got older.
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Old 09-17-07 | 09:43 AM
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But I haven't gotten a lot of play out of some other purchases because apparently my game playing skills have gone downhill as I got older.
Tell me about it. I just gave up on Castlevania (lvl. 15) and I don't recall ever having problems getting through that game. I tried that level for two weeks and can't get past the Grim Reaper.

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Old 09-17-07 | 10:08 AM
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Wavebirds seem to be going for high prices on ebay and Amazon.
Holy crap!! they are, which makes me happy because my local Wal-Mart had like ten of them the last time I was there. Looks like I'm about to make a few bucks.
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Old 09-17-07 | 12:10 PM
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Originally Posted by StealthStratos
I would also appreciate any opinions on Yoshi's Story. Is it fun?

Any other VC recommendations that aren't insanely difficult?
Yoshi's Story may be easy, but I remember just having fun playing the game. I liked the game enough at the time to order a set of colored Yoshi dolls from the Nintendo store.

As far as other VC games, ToeJam & Earl for the Sega Genesis is one of my all-time favorite games. I can recommend that game whole-heartedly, especially if you have a friend to play with. Other platform games I recommend are Streets of Rage 2 (Genesis) and Donkey Kong Country (SNES). But if you like shooters, there are plenty of great choices like R-Type III (SNES) and any of the TG16 shooters like Super Star Soldier and Blazing Lazers. I'm hoping for some of the great Genesis shooters to be released sometime (like Gaiares or Thunderforce III).
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Old 09-17-07 | 12:28 PM
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Tell me about it. I just gave up on Castlevania (lvl. 15) and I don't recall ever having problems getting through that game. I tried that level for two weeks and can't get past the Grim Reaper.
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Triple shot holy water is your friend. You will never even get hit by him.
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Old 09-17-07 | 12:34 PM
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Triple shot holy water is your friend. You will never even get hit by him.
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Holy water? With all the scythes flying around? And he flys as well. Hmm. I may have to try that.


Thanks.
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New VC thread: http://forum.dvdtalk.com/showthread.php?t=512135
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Holy water? With all the scythes flying around? And he flys as well. Hmm. I may have to try that.


Thanks.
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Throw water, wait half a second, and repeat. The holy water freezes him, so he never moves and never throws the scythes. Triple shot allows you to fire another water before the first one goes away. Once you get the first hit on him, you pretty much can't lose.
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Old 09-17-07 | 12:46 PM
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Thanks Jeremy.
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Old 09-17-07 | 02:20 PM
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Holy crap!! they are, which makes me happy because my local Wal-Mart had like ten of them the last time I was there. Looks like I'm about to make a few bucks.

If you can get me one, I would appreicate it. THanks
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Old 09-17-07 | 10:33 PM
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If you live in LA and still need a Wii or know someone who's looking for one, I saw 20 for sale at the Best Buy on Sepulveda in the El Segundo/Manhattan Beach area location.
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super smash bros will have online matches
http://www.smashbros.com/en_us/index.html
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Old 09-18-07 | 10:39 AM
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super smash bros will have online matches
http://www.smashbros.com/en_us/index.html
You beat me to it.

Four-player online battle mode and more Wi-Fi modes will be revealed in the weeks to come.

Fight friends (who you've exchanged Friend Codes with) or scrap with anyone across the globe.

When taking on pals you can check if they're playing online, request a match and enter short pre-set messages after brawls by using the d-pad. (why cant they have keyboard or mic support?)
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You were both beat: http://forum.dvdtalk.com/showthread.php?t=512214
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