I'm currently on painkillers, but I'm mostly procrastinating the scheduling of x-ray exams. I have the suspicion it can be a spine issue.

SteelAttack said:

I'm currently on painkillers, but I'm mostly procrastinating the scheduling of x-ray exams. I have the suspicion it can be a spine issue.

i hope not.

Finally played some DKC Returns!

All I have to say is, "WOW!" This game is so damn fun! This is one of the most fun platformers I've ever played! And I'm not really a DKC fan!

Retro really did an amazing job with this game. I think I had a huge smile on my face the whole time I've been playing this. And I agree with Leo: this is, hands down, a much better platformer than NSMB Wii, even though I love NSMB Wii.

The Graphics:

The graphics are one of the best on the Wii. Being in 2.5D also brings so many more gameplay elements to the table, like multiple layers, and cool effects, which you can't do with 2D. Well, you can with mode 7, but it doesn't look as good.

The Controls:

Also, the controls are tough to get used to at first, but don't listen to the Nintendo Power guy. He has no idea what he's talking about. The controls are easy to handle once you get used to it. Shaking the Wii-mote to roll, blow, or stomp is tough to adjust at first, but after a few levels, it's easy. There's nothing where I died because I did the wrong move.

And I have no idea what the Nintendo Power guy is saying when he mentions that the bosses aren't original. I thought the bosses I played so far were funny, and a challenge. I died a few times with the first boss, but it was still really fun.

Easily, one of the best 2.5D platformers I ever played. As far as 2.5D, I think this is the best one.

Also to Travo and Leo, or any others who have this, which controls do you prefer? Wii-Mote or Wii-Mote+Nunchuck? I prefer to play just with the Wii-Mote since it's more comfortable, like how I play NSMBWii .

Anyway, it's the most fun I had all year with a video game! Really fun!

I kinda like the wiimote/nunchuk combo because I like to imitate the ground pound.  But I have been playing with the Wii remote lately.  I wonder why they didn't utilize allt the buttons like the B trigger and C-button?  Maybe there will be a use for them later in the game.

hope it's nothing long term, Steel.

No GT5 reviews, they are coming up with a new score scale for it.

I hope you feel better soon, Steel. Take care.

Dvader said:

It seems like most sites got a copy just this weekend, maybe its to prevent rushed reviews but I doubt it. I think they figured everyone expects great things for it so positive reviews wont help but negative ones could hurt.

I just don't see how anyone would give this a negative review.

But you still never know.

Ravenprose said:

Nintendo To Exhibit At CES For The First Time In 16 Years

Wii HD

Yup.

The latest edition of this site's official podcast is now up.  It's a good one, check out the Podcast Forum to discuss, and for show links.