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#21
PC Rigs, Builds, and Peripheral Devices / Re: Steam Deck - What are your...
Last post by BLUEVOODU - May 28, 2026, 08:59:19 AMbumping this up - what Steam games have popped up on your list and radar in the last several months (or coming up) that have been awesome to play on the Deck?
#22
General Discussion / Re: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Last post by BLUEVOODU - May 28, 2026, 08:33:34 AM@retro junkie we have long cancelled our Disney+ membership. There are things we want to watch, but... haven't really missed it either. The price of these services are getting a bit crazy. Pretty soon, it will be good luck on finding the media. At least there are some used media businesses left. For movies like Fly Me to the Moon and Hail Mary, they don't appear to be slated for a physical release. We want to own both.
In terms of the Mandalorian, we really did like the series. The series, IMO, was cinematic quality. The movie, in IMAX, really was cinematic quality as well. Yes, it felt like a long episode in a way. That, to us, was extremely enjoyable.
I look back and wonder what the people of the 70s would've thought about the Mandalorian series. IE if they released Star Wars and then came out with Mandalorian, what would they think? Honestly, I think the series would've been well received. Today, people are so polarized. This comes from prior knowledge and also from the reviews of others.
In terms of the Mandalorian, we really did like the series. The series, IMO, was cinematic quality. The movie, in IMAX, really was cinematic quality as well. Yes, it felt like a long episode in a way. That, to us, was extremely enjoyable.
I look back and wonder what the people of the 70s would've thought about the Mandalorian series. IE if they released Star Wars and then came out with Mandalorian, what would they think? Honestly, I think the series would've been well received. Today, people are so polarized. This comes from prior knowledge and also from the reviews of others.
#23
General Discussion / Re: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Last post by retro junkie - May 27, 2026, 01:25:11 PM@BLUEVOODU
I have read too many reviews that described the movie as season 4 of the series that has been compressed into a movie. The production quality and standards are the same as what you see on Disney plus. I believe this because it is basically what Disney is all about right now that has been dubbed as "on life support." There has to be a turn around and they need to get out of this hole. It is like they are still making some bad judgement calls.
I am no longer subscribed to Disney plus, the continued increases to the monthly subscription weighing against the thought that it is cheaper to purchase the DVD, blu Ray, disc. And that is what I have been doing. Their recent dumping of their media dept will mean less, limited, releases to physical media. It seems like a panic maneuver on their part to keep Disney plus afloat.
I am thinking that if you liked the series on Disney plus you will probably like the movie, with a little bit of a bad taste in your mouth from the price of admission.
Disney has been a hit or miss with me over these past bunch of years, becoming more of a miss.
I have read too many reviews that described the movie as season 4 of the series that has been compressed into a movie. The production quality and standards are the same as what you see on Disney plus. I believe this because it is basically what Disney is all about right now that has been dubbed as "on life support." There has to be a turn around and they need to get out of this hole. It is like they are still making some bad judgement calls.
I am no longer subscribed to Disney plus, the continued increases to the monthly subscription weighing against the thought that it is cheaper to purchase the DVD, blu Ray, disc. And that is what I have been doing. Their recent dumping of their media dept will mean less, limited, releases to physical media. It seems like a panic maneuver on their part to keep Disney plus afloat.
I am thinking that if you liked the series on Disney plus you will probably like the movie, with a little bit of a bad taste in your mouth from the price of admission.
Disney has been a hit or miss with me over these past bunch of years, becoming more of a miss.
#24
Nintendo - Switch 2, Switch, 3DS, and Wii-U / Re: NES Games Added to Switch ...
Last post by BLUEVOODU - May 27, 2026, 12:56:11 PM@targetrasp --> I meant on the Nintendo Switch NES player for Pac-Man (and other games as well), but we alllll know pretty much everyone has played PAC-MAN lol. I've not tried it on the NES player yet on Switch.
It's pretty crazy that you remember the commercial for Mendel Palace. I do not... I remember the Zelda commercial... and many other commercials, but there are many NES commercials that now slip my mind. This one looks interesting and fun and like it dated decently well.
Tower of Druaga... no clue and I have not tried it yet. It very much does look Famicom-y. I'm going to have to try it.
For some reason, it's been harder and harder to get into an NES games for me.
It's pretty crazy that you remember the commercial for Mendel Palace. I do not... I remember the Zelda commercial... and many other commercials, but there are many NES commercials that now slip my mind. This one looks interesting and fun and like it dated decently well.
Tower of Druaga... no clue and I have not tried it yet. It very much does look Famicom-y. I'm going to have to try it.
For some reason, it's been harder and harder to get into an NES games for me.
#25
Nintendo - Switch 2, Switch, 3DS, and Wii-U / Re: Starfox Switch 2
Last post by BLUEVOODU - May 27, 2026, 09:37:17 AMDude... such a great post. I ended up creating the Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-order Thread (click link). Bomberman was going to post this but ended up not. What a surprise Drop!!! 
It's extremely awesome to see this being released... and I'm probably all in on this title. Star Fox 64 was great... though Star Fox on the Super Nintendo was my big jam. I wish they would include a remake of this. Some of my favorite parts were flying through the ships in space - sort of like the Death Star Sequences. I loved flying through the ships like that. I went back and played those levels again on the Super Nintendo Player on the Nintendo Switch, those parts were not as long as I remember them lol. However, they were still fun.
This game looks great ... absolutely amazing... pumped for this title!
It's extremely awesome to see this being released... and I'm probably all in on this title. Star Fox 64 was great... though Star Fox on the Super Nintendo was my big jam. I wish they would include a remake of this. Some of my favorite parts were flying through the ships in space - sort of like the Death Star Sequences. I loved flying through the ships like that. I went back and played those levels again on the Super Nintendo Player on the Nintendo Switch, those parts were not as long as I remember them lol. However, they were still fun.
This game looks great ... absolutely amazing... pumped for this title!
#26
Nintendo - Switch 2, Switch, 3DS, and Wii-U / Star Fox - Nintendo Switch 2 P...
Last post by BLUEVOODU - May 27, 2026, 08:36:04 AM@Bomberman told me about this... and @targetrasp mentioned it in his Star Fox Nintendo Switch 2 post. Bomberman was supposed to post it and the direct. Looks like this pre-order is open! I'm pumped for this game... and make sure to check out targetrasp's post. This is a remake of Star Fox 64! I've had a TON of fun with Star Fox 64 and this game is looking really good.
Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/4fb9GVD
Price: $50
Release Date: 06/25/26
Details:
Are you looking forward to this game? I certainly am! Thoughts, Comments... post it up!
Amazon Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/4fb9GVD
Price: $50
Release Date: 06/25/26
Details:
- Blast off on a high-octane adventure to save a star system from invasion
- Tear through space, soar across planets, and shoot loads of foes out of the sky at every step of the way
- A cinematic take on the Star Fox 64 story, featuring fully voiced dialogue, an epic orchestral soundtrack, and a complete visual overhaul for the Nintendo Switch 2 system
- Enter first-person mode to experience the action from inside the cockpit, and even use mouse controls to fly
- Invite a second player* to join you as a gunner using Nintendo Switch 2 mouse controls
- Hop online** to take part in four-on-four team-based battles with a variety of objectives
- Use a Character Avatar to appear as a Star Fox character over GameChat****, or use AR filters to layer Fox-like ears, sunglasses, helmets, and other accessories over your in-game image
- Tap any existing amiibo figures of Star Fox characters for in-game extras
- Enjoy the entire multiplayer experience with friends using GameShare***, locally or online** via GameChat****
- Get in-game extras, like additional backgrounds and emblems for your multiplayer Battle Banner, by tapping the Fox, Falco, or Wolf amiibo figures
Are you looking forward to this game? I certainly am! Thoughts, Comments... post it up!
#27
Nintendo - Switch 2, Switch, 3DS, and Wii-U / Re: Virtual Boy on Nintendo Sw...
Last post by BLUEVOODU - May 27, 2026, 07:01:43 AM@targetrasp --> @MegaDrive20XX got it... not sure if he'll post up about it. He was telling me a little about it. He said it looks really good and is crisp. He stated in one of his message that Wario Land on the Virtual Boy is really great. Mega --> If you read this, post it up man!
I have not picked it up yet. I am thinking about it - Just that part of spending money right now is holding me back lol. We had a few recent necessary major cash outlays. I have not stopped all spending, but we are building back up a bit.
I have not picked it up yet. I am thinking about it - Just that part of spending money right now is holding me back lol. We had a few recent necessary major cash outlays. I have not stopped all spending, but we are building back up a bit.
#28
General Discussion / Re: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Last post by BLUEVOODU - May 27, 2026, 06:57:34 AMQuote from: targetrasp on May 25, 2026, 10:48:51 PMkinda wish I didn't read the Rotten Tomatoes reviews.
@targetrasp - I stopped reading all review sites. I get tired of those sites taking away enjoyment. Maybe they're right, maybe they're not... I want to find out on my own. This really has helped the bummers and not enjoying certain movies and games. I get it with the current prices that people don't want to chance it though. That makes sense. For me, Games, Movies... and other things (music)... I used to just try it. There was a magic in the past of finding something you really liked and wading through stuff that was meh. It seemed more magical. These days, again, I get people don't want to just spend money to randomly find things out
Quote from: retro junkie on May 25, 2026, 11:49:41 PMI have lost all hope in Disney at this point................lol... come on, @retro junkie - Not everything Disney has put out these days has been garbage. There has to be something you like
#29
Nintendo - Switch 2, Switch, 3DS, and Wii-U / Re: Virtual Boy on Nintendo Sw...
Last post by targetrasp - May 26, 2026, 11:24:12 PMDid anyone get this, I completely forgot about it, may have to check if some are still available, it's a shelf piece even if I never touch it.
#30
Nintendo - Switch 2, Switch, 3DS, and Wii-U / Re: Super Mario Galaxy and Sup...
Last post by targetrasp - May 26, 2026, 11:23:13 PMYou buy the bundle with the Switch 2 before prices go up again!
It came with my Switch 2 on an Amazon bundle when I heard tale of Nintendo pumping prices again. I wouldn't have bought the game alone, and honestly the bundle was an impulse buy. I share the rest of the world's disappointment at the decision to not include it with Galaxy 1 previously.
It came with my Switch 2 on an Amazon bundle when I heard tale of Nintendo pumping prices again. I wouldn't have bought the game alone, and honestly the bundle was an impulse buy. I share the rest of the world's disappointment at the decision to not include it with Galaxy 1 previously.