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#1
Yet another R-Type game... except in a tactics version!  This game is coming out for the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch... and also PlayStation 4, it seems.  Both R-Type Tactics 1 and 2 were released in the past.  They have updated the games with the Unreal Engine 5!

I have been watching this game for awhile...  Very curious to see if this game even comes out as the date has been pushed back for a LONG time now.

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Release date June 18, 2026 (again, I will believe it once it launches).

Pricing:
Nintendo Switch - $50
PlayStation 5  - $50
PlayStation 4  - $50

Game Details:
  • New Frontiers: Along with the debut of R-Type Tactics II in the West, both this title and R-Type Tactics I make their way from the PSP to modern consoles for the first time!
  • Whose Side Are You On? Multiple campaigns for each faction, and branching storylines in R-Type Tactics II, allow for a unique gameplay experience across both titles while fleshing out the world of R-Type & the origins of the sinister Bydo Empire
  • Destroy the Competition: Face off against other players online in both R-Type Tactics I and R-Type Tactics II!
  • An Unreal Makeover: Both titles have been remade using Unreal Engine 5, creating a collection that's both strategically engaging and visually enthralling!

Again, this is a tactics style game, hence the name tactics in the title. 
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I'm excited for this title.  I don't know when I'll pick it up, but it is on the list.  Are you excited?  What are you pumped for?  Thoughts, comments, post it up!
#2
Launch date updated... looks like it is being pushed back to August 11, 2026  ???   

I definitely don't need it.... I NEEEEEEEEDDDD ITTTTTTT  :happydance:
#3
Arcade / Re: If You Could Buy 1 Arcade ...
Last post by BLUEVOODU - Today at 11:30:05 AM
Bumping this topic back up - I moved it from General to Arcade

you know... many years later, not sure I would buy total carnage anymore lol.  It would be cool to get one of the sit down Afterburner arcade games from the late 80s.  Those were a lot of fun back in the day.  I am going to change my answer to that game for now, until my opinion changes again  :great:
#5
General Discussion / Re: Project Hail Mary
Last post by BLUEVOODU - Today at 11:21:30 AM
We ended up seeing this movie a 2nd time.   Still a decent amount of people watching the movie.  Kind of cool to see that a couple months later.  :great:

I heard @mastermario might have seen this movie as well.

This is Definitely a must see film!
#6
General Discussion / The Mandalorian and Grogu
Last post by BLUEVOODU - Today at 11:05:12 AM
This is a new movie that's out now!   The Mandalorian and Grogu is the latest Star Wars movie to be released.  Now, I thought this was being released instead of the Mandalorian Season 4.  I HOPE this is not the case and there will someday be a Mandalorian Season 4.  I thought this movie looked a bit different in terms of style but also looks kind of cool - somewhat pumped to see it  :great:

Rotten Tomatoes so far has this respectively at 63% and 89%:
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/star_wars_the_mandalorian_and_grogu

Other Mandalorian Topics:
https://www.chickendinnergaming.com/forum/general-discussion/mandalorian-season-3-d/
https://www.chickendinnergaming.com/forum/general-discussion/the-mandalorian-hmmmmm-yeah-right/

What are your thoughts?  are you going to see this movie? Have you seen the trailers?   Thoughts, comments... post it up!
#7
General Discussion / Re: Post Your Recent Physical ...
Last post by BLUEVOODU - Today at 10:40:13 AM
Quote from: retro junkie on May 20, 2026, 01:05:42 PMChina has their work cut out for them. Because if you don't do it, they will.. :))
There was once a discussion a LONG time ago at a said place that involved this topic... more specifically around Windows Operating Systems.  The conversation went "is this licensed?" Which was answered "China free."  LOL  :))

It's been a long time since we found anything at a thrift store.  I think the last time we were there a couple years ago, we did find barely used Noritake plates, saucers and cups.  They looked brand new, were $15 something, I believe, and It would've been $200+ to get that set (if I remember correctly when we looked it up).

So far, we haven't added any additional physical media, that I can remember.  We added a bunch at the end of last year and earlier this year.  Taking a bit of a break lol.
#8
General Discussion / Re: The Cost of Peripherals
Last post by targetrasp - May 21, 2026, 08:07:21 PM
I'm currently staring at 4 xbox controllers, all with stick drift. Three of which came with consoles. I currently have more working xbox consoles than controllers, and we're just talking about series x / s stuff. I was lucky to recently get a branded controller for 40 on Amazon and just happen to look and currently see two offering for 45, a shock blue and a volt green, both for xbox one. I'm not certian if there's differences but I've so far used them pretty interchangeably.

Ramble aside, yes sticker shocked. add three players to your switch and you have nearly bought another one. Nintendo and Playstation peripherals are insane. Xbox can be but for the moment has had decent sales.
#9
General Discussion / Re: Post Your Recent Physical ...
Last post by targetrasp - May 21, 2026, 07:59:00 PM
Solid grabs.

I love finding movies at thrift and used book stores in the 1 to $5 range.
#10
Gaming / Movie / Media Deals / Re: Switch 2 System with Mario...
Last post by BLUEVOODU - May 21, 2026, 07:27:59 AM
you know what's crazy about that?   There was a coupon for that... and now, that's basically the standard price.  I wonder how long that price will last - IE until it is sold out or what.

Good choice on that game.  If you get it and decide to crack it open, it's fun lol  :))