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XBLA Recommendations?
Lindsay Lohan
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So (start sob story here) - wifey has been unemployed since May and my gaming purchases have been very very limited. Thanks to my upcoming birthday for the first time in awhile I find myself with some Microsoft Fun Bucks. I have 1600 ready to go but didn't see a general Arcade thread here or any recent recommendation threads.
My arcade library right now is Castle Crashers, Outrun, TMNT Arcade, Marvel vs Capcom 2, and that disc that has Pac Man Champion/Uno and few others.
As of right now, I'm thinking I'd like to play Magic since I haven't played since right after college (so almost 10 years ago now). Geometry Wars is fairly tempting, I did like the Wii version as well. The board games Catan and that other C titled one also look pretty neat.
I'd prefer to get more bang for my buck if possible - I like pretty much everything except RPGs. Any suggestions?
My arcade library right now is Castle Crashers, Outrun, TMNT Arcade, Marvel vs Capcom 2, and that disc that has Pac Man Champion/Uno and few others.
As of right now, I'm thinking I'd like to play Magic since I haven't played since right after college (so almost 10 years ago now). Geometry Wars is fairly tempting, I did like the Wii version as well. The board games Catan and that other C titled one also look pretty neat.
I'd prefer to get more bang for my buck if possible - I like pretty much everything except RPGs. Any suggestions?
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Catan
Geometry Wars 2
Rez HD
Shadow Complex
I think Shadow Complex is still 1200, so you could get a good 400 with it. I don't remember the pricing on those, but I think Doom is 400, so if those are all too expensive I'd check it out.
And Shadow Complex is a ton of fun. I don't know anyone who's played it and hasn't liked it.
Geometry Wars Retro Evolved 2 is fantastic, and addictive as all hell. Ikargua is also amazing if you're a shump fan.
Also, if you like platforming games, definitely check out Splosion Man.
Do not buy if you're prone to break controllers
Sorry about your financial situation, man. Get Geometry Wars 2 imo and I can't say enough good things about Trials HD. Probably my second most played XBLA game next to the original Geometry Wars. If you like twin stick shooters you cannot go wrong with GW2. Trials is good if you like the idea of rushing through tracks to beat the top scores of friends on XBLA.
I also really, really like Bionic Commando: Rearmed, but opinions seem mixed here. I think it's fantastic and would easily rank in my top 5 XBLA games. Exploration is important, but I wouldn't say it's emphasized. If you can handle the platforming mechanic then I think you'll enjoy the game overall. Challenge rooms not unlike those in SC are present as well.
N+ is probably my favorite platformer that I've played on XBLA. There are A LOT of stages to complete in the vanilla game, and 2 or 3 cheap map packs to do after that. You can also play user made levels.
Of course, try the demos for everything before buying.
Awesome game with an awesome sense of humor and an awesome soundtrack.
Easily my favorite XBLA game.
Assuming you don't mind titles from the Indie game section, there are some real gems there at reasonable prices.
Not only is it challenging, but it's so smartly designed that you'll wonder why other developers don't have the same level of common sense (unlimited lives, frequent checkpoints, instant loading when you do die). It's also quite funny and has co-op missions.
Geometry Wars 2 is a visual and audio wonder, I'm still playing it almost every day. I know's there's offline multiplayer, but I haven't tried it out.
The Impossible Game is $1 and is wonderful
Lots of good recommendations in here. I usually come into these threads to suggest Rez HD, but I've been beaten to it.
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I think I'm gonna need more points
I think. I never actually played the original.
I think the bosses are different. Again though, I also never played the original.
edit: Yeah, they also added new bosses.
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I totally agree and actually forgot about that one. My wife and I both loved this game, and it's incredibly addictive. It lost replay value to me after a playthrough, but what an amazing $1 experience!
I thought they also added certain new moves that your guy can do? Like grabbing enemies and chucking objects or using them as shields?
and like, can't you now survive more than a single hit before death?
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Oh wow, I feel deep shame. Didn't even think about MegaMan 9, although that's probably cuz I got it on Wii.
Can not recommend it enough. It is a top notch MegaMan game, with great music, challenge, and fun.
Best M'er F'ing game on XBLA.
Add me up if you get it. In fact, anyone with Trials HD add me up so I have some more times to go against (and say so in the friend request message).
Yes, this is all true too. It's been a while since I played it. There are also different difficulty levels and enemy behavior is modified significantly in the harder modes.
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I do recommend Trials HD to anyone who enjoys having rusty nails hammered into their penis, though. Its roughly the same experience.
The nails are slightly more enjoyable.
You make a compelling case.
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Shadow Complex
But get Trials eventually
Shadow Complex costs the same but I got a lot more enjoyment and playtime out of that. Anyone who has played Metroid or the later Castlevanias will love it. Incidentally, you can also D/L Castlevania: Symphony of the Night.
I'd also recommend Marble Blast Ultra, which is only 400 points. Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords is addictive and will get you a lot of bang for your buck, although it gets a bit repetitive. Banjo-Kazooie is there in all its glory if you want a good platformer. Braid is cool and all, but you'll get much more playtime out of BK.
If you're into board games, Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne, and Catan are great. Worms 2 is wonderful for local multiplayer.
If I were you, I'd put the 1600 into Shadow Complex and Marble Blast Ultra, but I'd check out the demos for all these games.
Edit: Beat on BK in a matter of seconds. Curse you, Arteen!
BUY IT. BUY IT. BUY IT.
It was my GAME OF THE YEAR.