Hi, I'm Dranzerstorm
Welcome to the Video Game & Music Lounge
This world is dedicated to Video Games and Music as I'll be showcasing the following.
Video Game Reviews set to the same tones as Retro Retrospective's Anime Reviews
Music reviews of Anime Openings & Closings
Western Cartoon music
Vocaloid Classics.
We may even have some Top Tens
I hope this World entertains you.
Were back with Games Menu with a look at Streets of Rage 4.
After many failed attempts to revive the franchise, Streets of Rage 4 finally arrives after over 20 years of waiting continuing 10 years later as the children of Mr X attempt to retake the city. Drafting in Axel, Blaze and Adam along with a couple of new fighters to stop the new threat in a return to the streets of rage in this epic side scrolling beat em up.
Pros
Easy to pick up and easy to get better at.
The art style is beautiful, blending in 90s street style with modern graphics.
Music soundtrack is a masterpiece.
Adding the pixel characters as unlockables is a nice touch.
No one character feels too powerful or too weak.
Cons
Coop isn't fun with strangers especially if they aren't very good.
Felt like there was supposed to be fully voiced cut scenes.
Could've pushed for more characters as opposed to pixel versions from old games.
Costumes would've been great.
More in depth story would be welcomed as well.
Overall
This is the best franchise comeback since Sonic Mania; it's by far the best game I've played this year.
I've been meaning to try this franchise for some time, now let's finally look at Animal Crossing.
Originally an N64 Japanese exclusive going by the name Animal Forest, it then went world wide on the GameCube as Animal Crossing. It's a simple life simulator that allows you to build a community of animal people while acting as the mayor/villager or whatever position the game offers, in the latest one you seem to be remodelling an island.
Pros
Incredibly relaxing experience.
Easy to pick up and play.
Animal people are charming.
Always find something to do.
The new custom options are fantastic.
Cons
Leaving the game for any length of time makes the island fall into disrepair.
Getting to a good point in the game takes a minimum of 3 weeks that's assuming you play everyday.
Events can really hinder basic progress.
Projects and home extensions leave you having to constantly forage for bugs, fish, fruit, fossils and building materials to sell.
Constantly having to rebuild tools all the time.
Constantly having to wait til tomorrow for buildings to finish.
Overall
Picking this game as my first Animal Crossing game was a good call, while the first stages of the game can drag you can get to a position where your island looks perfect. But I suppose a game that can easily wipe out 100 hours in this weird world right now does keep you at home at least.
This round consists of Japanese made RPGs
1. Guess the game from the box art?
Wild Arms
2. Who is the first character to appear in the opening of Final Fantasy VII?
Aeris Gainsborough
3. What unique innovation was included in the release of Boktai?
A Solar sensor, will accept solar panel
4. Which two characters have appeared in every Breath of Fire Game?
Ryu and Nina
5. In Chrono Trigger when is Lavos meant to awaken?
1999AD
6. Which real life composer featured as a prominent character in Eternal Sonata?
Frederic Chopin
7. In Persona 3, what was used to summon a Persona?
Shooting yourself in the head
8. In the Tales of franchise, Yuri Lowell is a member of which Guild?
Brave Vesperia
9. In Dragon Quest what is the subtitle for the 10th game?
Awakening of the five tribes
10. Project X Zone is a collaboration of which three companies video game characters?
Namco, Sega, Capcom. Will accept Nintendo but only if the main 3 are mentioned
Tiebreaker: Which year was the first JPRG?
1982
Now for a Sonic round.
1. Guess the game from the screenshot?
Sonic Triple Trouble
2. True or False, Knuckles doesn't Chuckle?
False, It's literally the first thing he does after knocking out Sonic and taking the Emeralds
3. True or False, Mighty the Armadillo is a member of Team Chaotix?
False, in the games, he's never listed as being a member or referenced in other Chaotix appearances
4. True or False, Sonic was once voiced by a woman?
True, in the obscure Sonic's Schoolhouse
5. How do you defeat the barrel in Sonic 3's Carnival Night Zone?
You press up and down while stood on it
6. What relation is Maria Robotnik to Dr Robotnik?
Cousin
7. What was the name of the grinding sneakers released after Sonic Adventure 2?
Soap
8. What is the name of the rival team in Sonic Riders?
Babylon Rogues
9. What happens if you try to connect Sonic 1 to Sonic and Knuckles?
You get the Blue Sphere game from Sonic 3
10. Dr Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine is a re-skin of which game?
Puyo Pop
Tiebreaker: At time of writing what is the World Record time for Sonic 1 Green Hill Zone Act 1?
24 Seconds
This will be interesting, see if you understand the language or words behind these questions.
1. In Skyrim, what is the translation of the shout Fus Ro Dah?
Force Balance Push
2. In Team Fortess 2, name the abbreviation of either RED or BLU team?
You can have Reliable Excavation Demolition or Builders League United
3. What is the prototype name for the Nintendo GameCube?
Nintendo Dolphin
4. Guess the game from the logo?
Animal Crossing
5. In Resident Evil what is the Police Unit STARS?
Special Tactics And Rescue Service
6. What is the full name of Master Chief?
Master Chief Petty Officer John-117
7. What does the abbreviation KOTOR stand for?
Knights Of The Old Republic
8. What is the subtitle of Metal Gear Solid 4?
Guns of the Patriots
9. What is the actual full title of the 999 Game?
9 Hours, 9 Persons, 9 Doors
10. What is the Engish version of the game Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan?
Elite Beat Agents
Tiebreaker: What is the combined word count of the first three Mass Effect Games?
1180 Words
