VC Monday (march 31 2008)

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#1 vnc20100
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http://www.nintendic.com/news/2102

Wonder Boy (SEGA Master System, 1 Player, 500 Wii Points):

The Sega Master System and Game Gear ports of Wonder Boy were a direct port of the original arcade title, with some minor reductions to accommodate the more limited hardware, and original designs for the final levels in each area. The graphics were lifted straight from the arcade version, but the HUD was restricted to a simple vitality bar — the score and number of lives were displayed prior to starting the level.

As Tom-Tom the Wonder Boy, it's up to you to rescue your girlfriend Tanya from the vile clutches of the monster that has kidnapped her. To do so, you must navigate a series of worlds in a race against time to reach your goal.

Along the way, you'll battle foes and collect fruit that will add to the amount of time you have to complete your mission. You can also receive helpful power-ups from various eggs, but make sure to avoid the bad eggs and poisonous mushrooms that sap your precious vitality.

Find the magic doll in each level to open up hidden areas, and make it to the very end of your journey to rescue your one true love.

Cruis'n USA (Nintendo 64, 1-2 Players, 1000 Wii Points):

Along with Killer Instinct, Cruis'n was planned as a launch title for the Nintendo 64. Neither game made it out for Nintendo 64's launch, however, primarily because the arcade versions of both games were done on hardware that was very different and somewhat more powerful than the console. Cruis'n USA, although impressive in arcades in 1994, got panned in 1996 when it was finally released on the Nintendo 64.

Slam the pedal to the metal and hang on for a wild race across the highways of America. Catch tall the roadside scenery and famous landmarks from three different driving perspectives - from San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, South Dakota's Mount Rushmore to the rolling hills of Appalachia.

Experience the treacherous turns and famous landmarks as you drive across America! Select one of five difficulty levels and even remove street traffic or rival racers from the course. Select one of ten short courses or go the distance on an extended 14-stage road race. A split screen perspective allows two players to share the action simultaneously.

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#2 Tjeremiah1988
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I played Cruis'n USA to death in the arcades
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#3 ag1052
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Glad to see Sega Master System games are already starting on the VC but I thought they were suppose to be 400 points instead of 500
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Glad to see Sega Master System games are already starting on the VC but I thought they were suppose to be 400 points instead of 500ag1052

I just copied the article, don't ask me :)

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#5 knob1701
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Anybody try`Cruisin USA yet?
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#6 Superstrokey
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Im getting cruisin when i get home, so pumped!
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#7 boostud
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Im getting cruisin when i get home, so pumped!Superstrokey

I'm right behind ya!!! I was waiting for this game to come out :P

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#8 knob1701
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I just downloaded it. This used to be one of my favorite games. The graphics are bad and the framerate is terrible but the game is still very fun and addicting. I wish they would make this same game with todays graphics. It is so cool racing through all of the different places. I am betting this will probably get about a 5 out of 10 when reviewed but to me it is worth the $10 for the old school value!!!!

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i have 3 cruisn games usa world and the wii game go for it it is an awsome game, you might like it, its an arcade type racing game fun to play theres a all new wii game out in the series if you like this one,
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#12 Nintendo_D00d
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Cruis'n USA is pretty good
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#13 Generic_Dude
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Although I always liked the Cruisin' games, I've got to ask why the hell doesn't the US have River City Ransom yet and Japan and Europe do? They did this with Donkey Kong Country too... I mean, why would they hold this stuff back for the US and not other regions? It's not like Americans didn't buy DKC the first time around.
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#14 Niff_T
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meh...

Nothing this week...

On a side note, I'm really wanting to try River City Ransom, simply because everyone is saying how amazing it is...

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I just downloaded it. This used to be one of my favorite games. The graphics are bad and the framerate is terrible but the game is still very fun and addicting. I wish they would make this same game with todays graphics. It is so cool racing through all of the different places. I am betting this will probably get about a 5 out of 10 when reviewed but to me it is worth the $10 for the old school value!!!!

knob1701

You might like Excite Truck. Its a really fun game

Glad to see Sega Master System games are already starting on the VC but I thought they were suppose to be 400 points instead of 500ag1052

I thought Sega said certain games would be 400 (they announced two, cant find link)

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#16 MrBrown11
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Cruis'n USA is that game, i will be downloading that asap.
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#17 AdRock92
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Is this the first Sega Master System game? I haven't checked in a while because of Brawl:P
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#18 Tokyo90
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meh
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#19 gamer6464
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Is this the first Sega Master System game? I haven't checked in a while because of Brawl:PAdRock92

Yes, it is, and they were announced to be 400 points but they are actually 500.

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#20 TDLlama
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Crusi'n USA, eh? Called that one!

Crusi'n USA is certainly not one of the best N64 titles, but it's super fun and I might buy it eventually. I already own Adventure Island which is basically a port of Wonder Boy... and it's pretty meh. I merely bought it for the nostalgia factor, but it's just not that good.

Overall, better than recent weeks, but nothing spectacular.

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#21 racastro65
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what about the wonder boy game, anyone tried it yet?
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#22 theokguy
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Actually i grew up with this game in the days. Arcade and system and still have it for the master system. Basically i call it the (THE TRUE ADVENTURE ILAND) with better graphics. Somethings are a little different. If u haven't played both yet get this one its the real thing!! This is were adventure iland came from.