Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com Joystiq http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://www.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Aero the Acro-Bat (SNES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/27/vc-in-brief-aero-the-acro-bat-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/27/vc-in-brief-aero-the-acro-bat-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/07/27/vc-in-brief-aero-the-acro-bat-snes/#comments I gotta be honest with you guys: I thought I'd never get a chance to do one of these videos ever again. It seemed like Nintendo had forgotten about the poor old Virtual Console and left it to rot like some kind of thing that wasn't supposed to be left out and was then subsequently forgotten about. Uh, yeah, that sounds about right.

Anyway, I'm just glad to be back. Head past the break for the latest episode of VC in Brief, featuring Iguana Entertainment's Aero the Acro-Bat.

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer VC in Brief as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>david-silleriguana-entertainmentnintendosunsoftvc-in-briefvirtual-consolewiiTue, 27 Jul 2010 01:30:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Mario Tennis (N64)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/28/vc-in-brief-mario-tennis-n64/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/28/vc-in-brief-mario-tennis-n64/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/28/vc-in-brief-mario-tennis-n64/#comments Mario Tennis is a pretty important game for two reasons: 1.) it's made by Camelot -- you know, the same guys doing Golden Sun: Dark Dawn -- and 2.) it's one of the best semi-modern Tennis games starring Mario and crew. No, we're not counting Mario's Tennis on the Virtual Boy because, man, we still get headaches thanks to that game -- why would you even suggest that one?

So head past the break and check out the latest episode of VC in Brief below. We promise it won't induce migraines. At least, we hope it won't.

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer VC in Brief as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

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JoystiqVC in Brief: Mario Tennis (N64) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 28 Jun 2010 23:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>mario-tennisn64vc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 28 Jun 2010 23:30:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Wild Guns (SNES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/31/vc-in-brief-wild-guns-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/31/vc-in-brief-wild-guns-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/31/vc-in-brief-wild-guns-snes/#commentsWhat better way to celebrate Memorial Day than by mowing down countless waves of evil henchmen and robots? Natsume's Wild Guns is a great arcade experience that both fans of shooters and crazy interpretations of historical events can get behind. Seriously, it's not a bad way to spend $8 (or hours of your time).
  • Wild Guns (SNES, 1 - 2 players, 800 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer VC in Brief as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Wild Guns (SNES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 31 May 2010 21:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>natsumeshootersnesvc-in-briefvirtual-consolewild-gunsMon, 31 May 2010 21:46:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Kirby Super Star (SNES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/17/vc-in-brief-kirby-super-star-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/17/vc-in-brief-kirby-super-star-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/17/vc-in-brief-kirby-super-star-snes/#comments Oh how good it feels to be back. After a forced hiatus, Nintendo has finally released a new Virtual Console game -- and a good one, at that. We're talking about Kirby Super Star, a content-rich SNES offering from HAL Laboratory. Check it out in the latest episode of VC in Brief above.

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer VC in Brief as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Kirby Super Star (SNES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 17 May 2010 18:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>hal-laboratorykirby-super-starnintendosnesvc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 17 May 2010 18:45:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: King of Fighters '95 (Neo Geo)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/26/vc-in-brief-king-of-fighters-95-neo-geo/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/26/vc-in-brief-king-of-fighters-95-neo-geo/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/26/vc-in-brief-king-of-fighters-95-neo-geo/#commentsFight fans get their fix this week in VC in Brief. The lone release available for download is King of Fighters '95, a mish-mash of SNK's best fighters from its most prominent franchises. KOF '95 introduces us to Iori Yagami, who would go on to be one of the series' favorite brawlers.
  • King of Fighters '95 (Neo Geo, 1 - 2 players, 900 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer VC in Brief as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: King of Fighters '95 (Neo Geo) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 26 Apr 2010 19:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>king-of-fightersking-of-fighters-95neo-geosnksnk-playmorevc-in-briefvideovirtual-consoleMon, 26 Apr 2010 19:45:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Mega Man 4 (NES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/19/vc-in-brief-mega-man-4-nes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/19/vc-in-brief-mega-man-4-nes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/19/vc-in-brief-mega-man-4-nes/#commentsDo you like incredibly tough video games? What if those games also star small, robotic children? Well then, we've got quite the VC in Brief for you this week, as we check out Mega Man 4 -- a game that not only has all of those things, but also teaches us how robots can murder and then "acquire" the abilities of their mechanical brethren. Life lessons, folks -- life lessons.
  • Mega Man 4 (NES, 1 player, 500 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer VC in Brief as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Mega Man 4 (NES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 19 Apr 2010 18:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcommega-manmega-man-4nesnintendo-entertainment-systemvc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 19 Apr 2010 18:44:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Zaxxon (VC Arcade)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/12/vc-in-brief-zaxxon-vc-arcade/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/12/vc-in-brief-zaxxon-vc-arcade/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/12/vc-in-brief-zaxxon-vc-arcade/#comments This week's Virtual Console release is Sega's Zaxxon for the VC Arcade, an isometric viewpoint shmup from the early '80s. There's nothing flashy or particularly complex about Zaxxon, other than the difficulty of quickly ascertaining your altitude and relative safety in your immediate surroundings. Basically, you crash into stuff or get shot by stuff or run out of gas and then crash into stuff, as you can see in the latest episode of VC in Brief above. It's a tough life out there in space, gunning down countless unmarked ships, missile silos and cannons -- believe.
  • Zaxxon (Arcade, 1 player, 800 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer VC in Brief as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Zaxxon (VC Arcade) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>segavc-arcadevc-in-briefvirtual-consolevirtual-console-arcadezaxxonMon, 12 Apr 2010 19:45:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Ironclad (Neo Geo)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/05/vc-in-brief-ironclad-neo-geo/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/05/vc-in-brief-ironclad-neo-geo/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/05/vc-in-brief-ironclad-neo-geo/#comments This week's Virtual Console release should please fans of intense shmups, because that's exactly what Ironclad is! It's quite the example of how to make a really fun and intense shoot-em-up -- yet, many may be a bit apprehensive due to its hefty price tag. Well, that's what VC in Brief is for! Sample the game for yourself in our video above and decide if it's worth your double sawbuck.
  • Ironclad (Neo Geo, 1-2 players, 1,000 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer VC in Brief as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Ironclad (Neo Geo) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 05 Apr 2010 20:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ironcladneo-geovc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 05 Apr 2010 20:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Ogre Battle 64 (N64)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/29/vc-in-brief-ogre-battle-64-n64/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/29/vc-in-brief-ogre-battle-64-n64/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/29/vc-in-brief-ogre-battle-64-n64/#comments This week's VC in Brief can be described with one word: epic. Seriously, Ogre Battle 64 is one of the more huge games on the N64 console. It's a traditional fantasy title -- a SRPG, if you want to go all technical on it -- and relies upon many of the genre's staples. As such, the above video weighs in at over 10 minutes. It's without a doubt the longest video we've done yet.
  • Ogre Battle 64: Person of Lordly Caliber (Nintendo 64, 1 player, 1,000 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer VC in Brief as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Ogre Battle 64 (N64) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 29 Mar 2010 20:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>atlusn64ogre-64-person-of-lordly-caliberogre-battleogre-battle-64rpgsrpgvc-in-briefMon, 29 Mar 2010 20:50:00 EST<![CDATA[PSA: There will be no VC in Brief today]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/22/psa-there-will-be-no-vc-in-brief-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/22/psa-there-will-be-no-vc-in-brief-today/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/22/psa-there-will-be-no-vc-in-brief-today/#comments
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It's pretty obvious given the lack of a Virtual Console release today, but we still felt it worth pointing out to those of you expecting a new VC in Brief video. But, hey, this gives you a chance to catch up on our archives, if you've missed any -- or you could just download Cave Story, which is what you should probably be doing.

JoystiqPSA: There will be no VC in Brief today originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 22 Mar 2010 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>vc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 22 Mar 2010 17:00:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Castlevania: Rondo of Blood (TG-16)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/16/vc-in-brief-castlevania-rondo-of-blood-tg-16/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/16/vc-in-brief-castlevania-rondo-of-blood-tg-16/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/16/vc-in-brief-castlevania-rondo-of-blood-tg-16/#comments
As far as imports go, Castlevania: Rondo of Blood is a pretty sweet one. For $9, it's a great game to add to any Castlevania fan's collection and plays quite well on the Wii: casual players get a forgiving save structure and stage system, while the hardcore fans get the same tried-and-true gameplay. Rondo of Blood is suited for quick pick-up sessions or even long marathon outings. Basically: you should play this game. It's good -- seriously good.
  • Castlevania: Rondo of Blood (Turbografx-16 CD-ROM, 1 player, 900 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer VC in Brief as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Castlevania: Rondo of Blood (TG-16) originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>castlevaniacastlevania-rondo-of-bloodkonamitg-16turbografx-16Turbografx16vc-in-briefvirtual-consoleTue, 16 Mar 2010 09:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Final Fantasy II (SNES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/08/vc-in-brief-final-fantasy-ii-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/08/vc-in-brief-final-fantasy-ii-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/08/vc-in-brief-final-fantasy-ii-snes/#commentsFinal Fantasy II (actually Final Fantasy IV) is one of the most important role-playing games of all time. Not only was it the first to introduce the ATB system (Active Time Battle), but it also had an incredibly ambitious plot and, frankly, a downright great opening sequence. It would help bring the world to the JRPG (and vice versa), so however you choose to play through this bit of classic gaming, do it. You owe it to yourself to do that at least once in your life.
  • Final Fantasy II (SNES, 1 player, 800 Wii Points) (actually FFIV)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Final Fantasy II (SNES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>final-fantasyfinal-fantasy-2rpgsnessquaresquare-enixsquare-softvc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 08 Mar 2010 19:45:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Fatal Fury Special (Neo Geo)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/01/vc-in-brief-fatal-fury-special-neo-geo/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/01/vc-in-brief-fatal-fury-special-neo-geo/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/01/vc-in-brief-fatal-fury-special-neo-geo/#comments The Virtual Console is back off its one week long hiatus. Even though things are kinda overshadowed by a certain other release today, we've still got a new game to play. The latest episode of VC in Brief above checks out Fatal Fury Special, an improved version of Fatal Fury 2 with more playable characters and gameplay tweaks. Check it out above!
  • Fatal Fury Special (Neo Geo, 1-2 players, 900 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Fatal Fury Special (Neo Geo) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As you may have gathered from the lack of a Virtual Console release in the the latest NintendoWare Weekly update, there won't be a VC in Brief video today. The disturbance in your heart lack of a new VC game is probably confirmation enough, but in the interest of "playing it safe," we present this post ...

Yeah, so, it's by no means a suitable substitute, however, if you're itching for some video to watch, check out the VC in Brief archive. It'll bring up, like, a bunch of videos!

JoystiqPSA: There will be no VC in Brief video this week originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>vc-in-briefMon, 22 Feb 2010 18:45:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Sonic & Knuckles (Sega Genesis)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/15/vc-in-brief-sonic-and-knuckles-sega-genesis/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/15/vc-in-brief-sonic-and-knuckles-sega-genesis/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/15/vc-in-brief-sonic-and-knuckles-sega-genesis/#comments
This week's release is quite the treat. Sonic & Knuckles was a great game when it released back in the day, made even greater if you had yourself Sonic 2 and Sonic 3 -- which you probably did. Now that experience is on the Virtual Console and if, like me, you have both of those games downloaded on your Wii, you can relive the experience all over again.

Or you can just watch the above episode of VC in Brief for free.
  • Sonic & Knuckles (Sega Genesis, 1 player, 800 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Sonic & Knuckles (Sega Genesis) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>sega-genesissonic-and-knucklesvc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 15 Feb 2010 18:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Princess Tomato in Salad Kingdom (NES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/08/vc-in-brief-princess-tomato-in-salad-kingdom-nes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/08/vc-in-brief-princess-tomato-in-salad-kingdom-nes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/08/vc-in-brief-princess-tomato-in-salad-kingdom-nes/#comments Princess Tomato in Salad Kingdom is your usual text-based adventure game, with a decidedly vegetarian twist. It's tough for us to provide you with a comprehensive look at a genre with so much content -- plus all of the trial-and-error. It wouldn't make for a very comprehensive and enlightening video, however we soldier on. Check out the latest episode of VC in Brief above!
  • Princess Tomato in the Salad Kingdom (NES, 1 player, 500 Wii Points)

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Princess Tomato in Salad Kingdom (NES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adventurehudsonnesprincess-tomatoprincess-tomato-in-salad-kingdomtext-adventurevc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 08 Feb 2010 20:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Ghoul Patrol (SNES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/25/vc-in-brief-ghoul-patrol-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/25/vc-in-brief-ghoul-patrol-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/25/vc-in-brief-ghoul-patrol-snes/#comments Ghoul Patrol is the sequel to Zombies Ate My Neighbors, built on the same engine and very much feeling the same. This time around, the game plays a little slower: the controls seem a little clunkier (I have to shoot my gun before I can start dashing?) and the environments are bigger and present far too many dead-ends ... literally. Still, it's a potent formula and on the whole, the game is great fun, even if it's not as endearing as Neighbors. Check it out in the latest VC in Brief episode above!
  • Ghoul Patrol (SNES, 1 -2 players, 800 Wii Points)

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Ghoul Patrol (SNES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ghoul-patrollucasartssnesvc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 25 Jan 2010 18:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Shadow Dancer (Sega Genesis)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/18/vc-in-brief-shadow-dancer-sega-genesis/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/18/vc-in-brief-shadow-dancer-sega-genesis/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/18/vc-in-brief-shadow-dancer-sega-genesis/#comments We know, you now have that Andy Gibb song stuck in your head. Sorry, but them's the breaks! This week's Virtual Console release is Sega's Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi, a dog-friendly side-scroller very much like previous Shinobi titles. Hey, if it ain't broke, don't fix it! Check it out in the latest episode of VC in Brief above.
  • Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi (Genesis, 1 player, 800 Wii Points)

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Shadow Dancer (Sega Genesis) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>segasega-genesisshadow-dancershadow-dancer-the-secret-of-shinobivc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 18 Jan 2010 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Shanghai II: Dragon's Eye (Sega Genesis)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/11/vc-in-brief-shanghai-ii-dragons-eye-sega-genesis/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/11/vc-in-brief-shanghai-ii-dragons-eye-sega-genesis/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/11/vc-in-brief-shanghai-ii-dragons-eye-sega-genesis/#commentsThis week's Virtual Console release is sure to please all of our elderly readers. It's Mahjong! No, seriously -- we're not playing a trick on you! Check it out in the latest episode of VC in Brief above.
  • Shanghai II: Dragon's Eye (Genesis, 1-2 players, 800 Wii Points)

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Shanghai II: Dragon's Eye (Sega Genesis) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>activisionmahjongsegasega-genesisshanghai-2-dragons-eyevc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 11 Jan 2010 17:30:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Final Fight 3 (SNES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/04/vc-in-brief-final-fight-3-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/04/vc-in-brief-final-fight-3-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/04/vc-in-brief-final-fight-3-snes/#commentsOnly one Virtual Console game this week: Final Fight 3. It's more of the same in the third installment of Capcom's classic beat-em-up, which adds custom super moves for each fighter. Check it out in the latest episode of VC in Brief above!
  • Final Fight 3 (SNES, 1-2 players, 800 Wii Points)

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Final Fight 3 (SNES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 04 Jan 2010 20:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>beat-em-upcapcomfinal-fightfinal-fight-3snesvc-in-briefMon, 04 Jan 2010 20:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Pilotwings (SNES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/28/vc-in-brief-pilotwings-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/28/vc-in-brief-pilotwings-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/28/vc-in-brief-pilotwings-snes/#commentsVirtual Console aficionados have been waiting a long time for this one. Pilotwings is finally here and it's pretty much just like you remember it: highly repetitive; punishingly difficult, but as rewarding as ever. Check it out in the latest episode of VC in Brief above!
  • Pilotwings (SNES, 1 player, 800 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Pilotwings (SNES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 28 Dec 2009 20:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>pilotwingssnesvc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 28 Dec 2009 20:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Super Smash Bros. (N64) and Ninja Gaiden (Arcade)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/21/vc-in-brief-super-smash-bros-n64-and-ninja-gaiden-arcade/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/21/vc-in-brief-super-smash-bros-n64-and-ninja-gaiden-arcade/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/21/vc-in-brief-super-smash-bros-n64-and-ninja-gaiden-arcade/#commentsWhat a day for Virtual Console fans. For one, we've got the ultra-aggressive coin-op classic, Ninja Gaiden, to check out. Then, on top of that, the game that spawned one of Nintendo's most beloved franchises: Super Smash Bros. for the N64. If that doesn't put a smile on your face, then you just may be one of the most depressed people on Earth. We suggest consulting a doctor.
  • Super Smash Bros. (N64, 1-4 players, 1,000 Wii Points)
  • Ninja Gaiden (Arcade, 1-2 players, 600 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Super Smash Bros. (N64) and Ninja Gaiden (Arcade) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arcaden64ninja-gaidensuper-smash-brosvc-arcadevc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 21 Dec 2009 22:00:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Street Fighter Alpha 2 (SNES) and Shinobi (VC Arcade)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/07/vc-in-brief-street-fighter-alpha-2-snes-and-shinobi-vc-arcad/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/07/vc-in-brief-street-fighter-alpha-2-snes-and-shinobi-vc-arcad/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/07/vc-in-brief-street-fighter-alpha-2-snes-and-shinobi-vc-arcad/#commentsMartial arts is the theme on the Virtual Console this week, as Sega and Capcom both offer up entries in their respective franchises. Unless you like to punch things, throw pointy things at things or kick things -- or maybe some kind of mixture of all that -- then you'll probably want to skip this week's downloads. Pacifists need not apply!
  • Street Fighter Alpha 2 (SNES, 1 - 2 players, 800 Wii Points)
  • Shinobi (VC Arcade, 1 player, 800 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Street Fighter Alpha 2 (SNES) and Shinobi (VC Arcade) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 07 Dec 2009 19:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>CapcomSegaShinobisnesstreet-fighter-alpha-2vc-arcadevc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 07 Dec 2009 19:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: The Combatribes (SNES), Solomon's Key (VC Arcade)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/30/vc-in-brief-the-combatribes-snes-solomons-key-vc-arcade/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/30/vc-in-brief-the-combatribes-snes-solomons-key-vc-arcade/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/30/vc-in-brief-the-combatribes-snes-solomons-key-vc-arcade/#commentsThis week's Virtual Console update offers two delectable titles -- Solomon's Key is a very unique action/puzzler hybrid, whereas The Combatribes features a wonderfully bad story and the demon clowns of Coney Island. Life doesn't get much better than this, folks!
  • Solomon's Key (VC Arcade, 1 - 2 players, 600 Wii Points)
  • The Combatribes (SNES, 1 - 2 players, 800 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: The Combatribes (SNES), Solomon's Key (VC Arcade) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 30 Nov 2009 21:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksys-gamescombatribessnessolomons-keytechnostecmothe-combatribesvc-arcadevc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 30 Nov 2009 21:45:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Super Mario Kart (SNES), A Boy and His Blob (NES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/23/vc-in-brief-super-mario-kart-snes-a-boy-and-his-blob-nes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/23/vc-in-brief-super-mario-kart-snes-a-boy-and-his-blob-nes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/23/vc-in-brief-super-mario-kart-snes-a-boy-and-his-blob-nes/#commentsThis week's Virtual Console update is delicious on two different fronts. For one, it's delicious in that we wish we could have some of those jelly beans the Blob in A Boy and His Blob is snacking on -- well, except for the ketchup ones. Even we don't like those!

Secondly, it's delicious because ... uh, we may not have thought that far ahead, But, hey, Super Mario Kart! Have you been adequately distracted from our mental lapse? Check out the video above!
  • Super Mario Kart (SNES, 1-2 players, 800 Wii Points)
  • A Boy and His Blob: Trouble on Blobolonia (NES, 1 player, 500 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Super Mario Kart (SNES), A Boy and His Blob (NES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>a-boy-and-his-blobBoy-And-His-BlobMajesco-Gamesnessnessuper-mario-kartvc-in-briefvirtual-consoleWayforwardWayforward-TechnologiesMon, 23 Nov 2009 21:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Street Fighter II' Champion Edition (TG16) and Indiana Jones (SNES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/16/vc-in-brief-street-fighter-ii-champion-edition-tg16-and-indi/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/16/vc-in-brief-street-fighter-ii-champion-edition-tg16-and-indi/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/16/vc-in-brief-street-fighter-ii-champion-edition-tg16-and-indi/#commentsThis week, the Virtual Console dumptruck has unloaded two new games onto Wii consoles. One is a fighting game with a superior version already on the service, while the other is a pretty good Factor 5 joint for the SNES. If you fancy yourself an Indy fan (not that kinda Indy), then you'll definitely want to check out the video above.

Actually, you should probably just watch it anyway. You know, just to be safe.
  • Indiana Jones' Greatest Adventures (SNES, 1 player, 800 Wii Points)
  • Street Fighter II' Champion Edition (TG16, 1 - 2 players, 700 Wii Points)

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Street Fighter II' Champion Edition (TG16) and Indiana Jones (SNES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomindiana-jonesindiana-jones-greatest-adventuressnesstreet-fighter-iitg16vc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 16 Nov 2009 19:45:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Wonder Boy III (SMS) and Cybernoid (C64)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/09/vc-in-brief-wonder-boy-iii-sms-and-cybernoid-c64/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/09/vc-in-brief-wonder-boy-iii-sms-and-cybernoid-c64/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/09/vc-in-brief-wonder-boy-iii-sms-and-cybernoid-c64/#commentsThis week's Virtual Console update is quite the doozie, giving us one obscure C64 title and one game we've played a billion times. We don't mean to sound bitter, but we're pretty sure there's a baker's dozen Wonder Boy games littering the lands of the Virtual Console. Check 'em out above!
  • Cybernoid (C64, 1 player, 500 Wii Points)
  • Wonder Boy III: The Dragon's Trap (Sega Master System, 1 player, 500 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Wonder Boy III (SMS) and Cybernoid (C64) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>c64commodore-64commodore64cybernoidsegasega-master-systemvc-in-briefwonder-boywonder-boy-3wonder-boy-iiiMon, 09 Nov 2009 19:30:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Fighting Street (TG16) and R-TYPE (SMS)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/02/vc-in-brief-fighting-street-tg16-and-r-type-sms/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/02/vc-in-brief-fighting-street-tg16-and-r-type-sms/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/02/vc-in-brief-fighting-street-tg16-and-r-type-sms/#commentsThis week's Virtual Console releases kind of pale in comparison to last week's stellar offerings; Fighting Street is a crummy game that helped spawn one of gaming's best series, whereas R-TYPE is a great game, though the version offered this week is the lousier port. There's been a way more competent version of the game available since 2006!
  • Fighting Street (TurboGrafx-16 CD-ROM, 1-2 players, 800 Wii Points)
  • R-TYPE (Sega Master System, 1 player, 500 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Fighting Street (TG16) and R-TYPE (SMS) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomfighting-streetr-typesegasega-master-systemtg16turbografx16vc-in-briefMon, 02 Nov 2009 20:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Golden Axe (Arcade) and Zombies Ate My Neighbors (SNES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/26/vc-in-brief-golden-axe-arcade-and-zombies-ate-my-neighbors/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/26/vc-in-brief-golden-axe-arcade-and-zombies-ate-my-neighbors/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/26/vc-in-brief-golden-axe-arcade-and-zombies-ate-my-neighbors/#commentsThis week, the Virtual Console receives two new titles: Golden Axe on the VC Arcade and Zombies Ate My Neighbors on the SNES. Both are great times for co-op enthusiasts and, really, just great times.
  • Zombies Ate My Neighbors (SNES, 1-2 players, 800 Wii Points)
  • Golden Axe (Arcade, 1-2 players, 900 Wii Points)
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Golden Axe (Arcade) and Zombies Ate My Neighbors (SNES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>golden-axesegavc-in-briefzombies-ate-my-neighborsMon, 26 Oct 2009 21:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Rygar (Arcade)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/19/vc-in-brief-rygar-arcade/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/19/vc-in-brief-rygar-arcade/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/19/vc-in-brief-rygar-arcade/#commentsRygar (Arcade, 1-2 players, 600 Wii Points)
Rygar is a pretty intense title. Luckily, the quarter-munching gameplay of the arcade classic translates to the Wii very well. For one, you don't need to run out of quarters from dying -- oh, and you will die, believe it. Second, every time you die or even continue once you've run out of lives, you pick up right from where you left off. So, there's no replaying stages or sections of the game you've previously played as a result of dying. Have we mentioned how much you'll die?

You will die. A lot.
Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Rygar (Arcade) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arcaderygarvc-in-briefvirtual-consolevirtual-console-arcadeMon, 19 Oct 2009 17:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Final Fight 2 (SNES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/12/vc-in-brief-final-fight-2-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/12/vc-in-brief-final-fight-2-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/12/vc-in-brief-final-fight-2-snes/#comments
Final Fight 2 (SNES, 1 -2 players, 800 Wii Points)

This week's offering punches the Virtual Console silly, continuing the adventures of everyone's favorite wrestler-turned-politician (What, you think Jesse Ventura deserves that honor? Pfft ...) in Final Fight 2. It doesn't innovate or really add much more to the original experience -- well, except for more dudes to punch. There are plenty more thugs to beat on, that's for sure. But what it lacks in innovation, it makes up for in dudes to punch. Seriously, do you wanna punch dudes? Because that's totally what's going on here.

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Final Fight 2 (SNES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomfinal-fightfinal-fight-2snesvc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 12 Oct 2009 18:30:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Final Fantasy (NES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/05/vc-in-brief-final-fantasy-nes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/05/vc-in-brief-final-fantasy-nes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/05/vc-in-brief-final-fantasy-nes/#comments
Final Fantasy (NES, 1 player, 500 Wii Points)
We say: A classic that everyone should at least try once

The first Final Fantasy needs no introduction. It's a timeless classic and influential in countless ways, so it definitely deserves a playthrough. We'd say more, but there isn't really much else to say about one of the most important games ever.

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Final Fantasy (NES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 05 Oct 2009 22:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>final-fantasyrpgsquaresquare-enixvc-in-briefMon, 05 Oct 2009 22:45:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Altered Beast (VC Arcade)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/28/vc-in-brief-altered-beast-vc-arcade/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/28/vc-in-brief-altered-beast-vc-arcade/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/28/vc-in-brief-altered-beast-vc-arcade/#commentsAltered Beast (Sega 1 - 2 players, 1,000 Wii Points)
We say: Great game, but you can find it for less

It's not that the VC Arcade version of Altered Beast is bad or anything -- in fact, it's the complete opposite, but for such an old game, there are less costly ways to enjoy it. If you have a PS2, there's a Sega Genesis Collection that's a more financially responsible way to play. If you've only got the Wii and have never played this, though, it might be worth your double sawbuck. Check out the video above and decide.

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Altered Beast (VC Arcade) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>altered-beastarcadesegavc-arcadevc-in-briefvideovirtual-consoleMon, 28 Sep 2009 15:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Last Ninja 2 (Commodore 64)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/21/vc-in-brief-last-ninja-2-commodore-64/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/21/vc-in-brief-last-ninja-2-commodore-64/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/21/vc-in-brief-last-ninja-2-commodore-64/#comments
Last Ninja 2 (Commodore 64, 1 player, 500 Wii Points)
We say: Save your sawbuck

This week's VC in Brief is all about Last Ninja 2, the story of one ninja trapped in 1988 New York city. For me, it was more the story of ninja persecution at the hands of the NYPD, but, to be fair, juggling clowns in the park didn't seem to like me either. Regardless, I found that Last Ninja 2 -- much like its predecessor -- just isn't for me.

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Last Ninja 2 (Commodore 64) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 21 Sep 2009 19:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>commodore-64last-ninjalast-ninja-2vc-in-briefMon, 21 Sep 2009 19:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Crash 'n the Boys: Street Challenge (NES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/14/vc-in-brief-crash-n-the-boys-street-challenge-nes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/14/vc-in-brief-crash-n-the-boys-street-challenge-nes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/14/vc-in-brief-crash-n-the-boys-street-challenge-nes/#commentsCrash 'n the Boys: Street Challenge (NES, 1 - 2 players, 500 Wii Points)
We say: Fun, but tiring
Crash 'n the Boys: Street Challenge is pretty awesome, don't get me wrong, but it can be a bit much during extended play sessions. For the 400m Hurdles, my left arm would become quite strained because your speed is dictated by how well you can spam the d-pad (admittedly, it also has to do with how well you can navigate the hurdles). Despite this and some of the more tedious activities within, Crash 'n the Boys: Street Challenge is still a great time. Check it out!

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Crash 'n the Boys: Street Challenge (NES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aksyscrash-n-the-boys-street-challengenestechnosvc-in-briefMon, 14 Sep 2009 20:35:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Super Empire Strikes Back (SNES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/24/vc-in-brief-super-empire-strikes-back-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/24/vc-in-brief-super-empire-strikes-back-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/24/vc-in-brief-super-empire-strikes-back-snes/#comments
Super Star Wars (LucasArts, 1 player, 800 Wii Points)
We say: You don't need a Jedi Mind Trick to tell you this is worth the scratch

After taking a week off to hook us up with some Shinobi, the Virtual Console provides us with the promised sequel to Super Star Wars: Super Empire Strikes Back. It's an improvement on the very fun Super Star Wars and ramps up the experience in almost every respect. But, be warned: as fun as it is, it's equally as punishing.

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Super Empire Strikes Back (SNES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 24 Aug 2009 18:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>lucasartssnesstar-warssuper-empire-strikes-backsuper-star-warsvc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 24 Aug 2009 18:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: The Revenge of Shinobi (Sega Genesis)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/17/vc-in-brief-the-revenge-of-shinobi-sega-genesis/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/17/vc-in-brief-the-revenge-of-shinobi-sega-genesis/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/17/vc-in-brief-the-revenge-of-shinobi-sega-genesis/#comments
The Revenge of Shinobi (Sega Genesis, 1 player, 800 Wii Points)
We say: Dude, it's Shinobi. We don't need to say anything.
The Virtual Console gets hit with a nasty case of flying shurikens this week in The Revenge of Shinobi. It's classic ninja action on one of gaming's classic consoles. Who wouldn't love that? Okay ... maybe pirates.

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks.


JoystiqVC in Brief: The Revenge of Shinobi (Sega Genesis) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 17 Aug 2009 21:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>revenge-of-shinobisegasega-genesisshinobivc-in-briefMon, 17 Aug 2009 21:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Super Star Wars (SNES)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/10/vc-in-brief-super-star-wars-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/10/vc-in-brief-super-star-wars-snes/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/10/vc-in-brief-super-star-wars-snes/#commentsSuper Star Wars (LucasArts, 1 player, 800 Wii Points)
We say: Find $8 and cram it into your Virtual Console

Look, guys, you could head down to Toshi Station and waste time with your friends buying power converters or you could enjoy one of the finest titles in the SNES library. Go back to a time when MidChlorians never existed and just have fun with Super Star Wars. You won't be disappointed!

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Super Star Wars (SNES) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 10 Aug 2009 21:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>lucasartssnessuper-star-warsvc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 10 Aug 2009 21:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: Tecmo Bowl (Arcade)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/03/vc-in-brief-tecmo-bowl-arcade/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/03/vc-in-brief-tecmo-bowl-arcade/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/03/vc-in-brief-tecmo-bowl-arcade/#commentsTecmo Bowl (Arcade, 1 - 4 players, 600 Wii Points)
We say: Beats the NES game with co-op and better graphics
After two weeks of forced hiatus, Nintendo has finally seen fit to restore VC in Brief. This week's Virtual Console release is the Arcade version of Tecmo Bowl. It bests its NES counterpart in almost every way, save for its two-team roster, of course. Pay witness to the spectacle above and watch as men attain glory on a 360 foot by 160 foot field.

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks.

JoystiqVC in Brief: Tecmo Bowl (Arcade) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 03 Aug 2009 19:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>tecmotecmo-bowlvc-in-briefvirtual-consoleMon, 03 Aug 2009 19:15:00 EST<![CDATA[VC in Brief: California Games (C64)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/06/vc-in-brief-california-games-c64/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/06/vc-in-brief-california-games-c64/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/06/vc-in-brief-california-games-c64/#comments
California Games (C64, 1 - 5 players, 500 Wii Points)
We say: Check it out!

This week's release is an old favorite: California Games. Featuring an eclectic mix of sports to play (are these games all Californians know and love?), it's a game that many likely remember fondly. Well, in playing it for the first time in, oh, over 10 years, we still found it to be quite fun. Save for the roller skating game. That one is the worst.

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer these videos as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks.

JoystiqVC in Brief: California Games (C64) originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 06 Jul 2009 18:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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