Wii Virtual Console

EvolTurdGun · Post by **EvolTurdGun** » Fri Dec 28, 2007 4:01 pm

As most of you are probably aware of, there are quite a few shmups on the Wii vc now. I have been playing quite a few games on MAME this past week and I am really enjoying playing Donpachi, Battle Bakraid etc. What are the chances of the mentioned games (and others like them) coming to the vc?

Also, there are many dreamcast shmups that I want to play but that would reqiure buying an import DC and games (this I do not intend to/can't afford to do). Would you guys say it is likely that dreamcast games and sega saturn games will be available on the VC down the road???

I don't mind MAME but I would rather "own" a game properly and play it on my tv.

p.s Psyvariar: complete edition, R-type final for ps2 and Iridion II for GBA - are these games any good/worth buying in any bodies opinion?

Any insight much appreciated.

Post by **Shatterhand** » Fri Dec 28, 2007 4:22 pm

R-Type Final is kinda meh... but if you can get it cheap (and you should), it may be a good buy.

Psyvariar Complete Edition is good, but you should try to get Psyvariar 2, which is an incredibly superior game.

And if you don't already have it, get Gradius V... best shmup on PS2.

Mortificator · Post by **Mortificator** » Fri Dec 28, 2007 5:14 pm

It doesn't look like and arcade or Saturn games will be released for the VC, so the chances are pretty bad. As in there's no chance at all. Sorry.

Post by **spadgy** » Fri Dec 28, 2007 5:25 pm

I have a bit of press contact with the Nintendo lot in the UK, and they've got nothing to say on Saturn ports to VC - BUT - they said that about NeoGeo ages ago and they're appearing on the service

Shatterhand wrote:Psyvariar Complete Edition is good, but you should try to get Psyvariar 2, which is an incredibly superior game.

Damn right - I love Psyvariar Complete as Revision on that comp is ace, but you're so much better getting the sequel, not using auto roll, and learning to 'ram' and all that stuff. Psyvariar 2 at first glance is a rather ordinary shooter, but learn it's secrets and it's a fantastically addictive and deep game.

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

See?

sfried · Post by **sfried** » Fri Dec 28, 2007 7:53 pm

Iridion II was pretty good. It's release price was $20, so I bet you can pretty much get it cheaper now.

EvolTurdGun · Post by **EvolTurdGun** » Sat Dec 29, 2007 9:24 pm

Shatterhand wrote:R-Type Final is kinda meh... but if you can get it cheap (and you should), it may be a good buy.

Psyvariar Complete Edition is good, but you should try to get Psyvariar 2, which is an incredibly superior game.

And if you don't already have it, get Gradius V... best shmup on PS2.

I think I will buy Psyvariar complete edition (seen it for £7.99 brand new).

Was there a PAL release for Psyvariar 2? Can't find it anywhere.

Mortificator "It doesn't look like and arcade or Saturn games will be released for the VC, so the chances are pretty bad. As in there's no chance at all. Sorry."

Gutting. It would have made life a lot more easy.

Would you all recommend the likes of Soldier Blade, Gates of Thunder and Blazing Lasers? I am very tempted to buy them for my brothers Wii.

kengou · Post by **kengou** » Sat Dec 29, 2007 9:27 pm

I have soldier blade and blazing lazers and love them. I definitely recommend those. I'd also recommend Gradius 3 for the SNES; it's fun although a bit easy.

Post by **spadgy** » Sat Dec 29, 2007 9:28 pm

EvolTurdGun wrote:
Was there a PAL release for Psyvariar 2? Can't find it anywhere.

From what I remember when i was hunting down a copy the answer is no.

I opted for the NTSC-J DC version for my PAL DC, and use a boot disc.

Asherdude · Post by **Asherdude** » Sat Dec 29, 2007 9:34 pm

There's a rumor being tossed around that says Nintendo is going to offer 2 more virtual consoles. Link. I'm hoping on the MSX & Saturn. But it'll probably end up being the SMS & GB.

Sonic R · Post by **Sonic R** » Sat Dec 29, 2007 10:00 pm

Asherdude wrote:There's a rumor being tossed around that says Nintendo is going to offer 2 more virtual consoles. Link. I'm hoping on the MSX & Saturn. But it'll probably end up being the SMS & GB.

It has been confirmed that the Sega Master System will be offer on the Virtual Console in the USA. Games will cost 500 points or $5.00.

CMoon · Post by **CMoon** » Sun Dec 30, 2007 3:38 pm

I'd rather see them dig deeper in the NES and SNES catalog...

I'm Alec · Post by **I'm Alec** » Sun Dec 30, 2007 4:03 pm

EvolTurdGun wrote:Would you all recommend the likes of Soldier Blade, Gates of Thunder and Blazing Lasers? I am very tempted to buy them for my brothers Wii.

Yes, yes, and yes. All 3 will melt your face.

EvolTurdGun · Post by **EvolTurdGun** » Sun Dec 30, 2007 11:51 pm

Got soldier Blade today, what a game. I only got to play it for an hour or so but I got to the end of the 3rd stage without dying (i'm a bit of a noob so that's good for me). Love the weapon system and how the upgrades act as hitpoints. Way more forgiving than R-type - can't get past the 2nd stage on that game.

I thought Donpachi was easy until I got to the 3rd stage, so Im not expecting to breeze through Soldier Blade (no continue) without some time and dedication.

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