What are you buying this week? (10/1)

[Destructor]

It's the start of another month. So, what does that mean? Another TON of game releases for the week!

PS2:
Crash of the Titans
MLB Power Pros
NBA 2K8
NBA Live 08
Spider-Man: Friend or Foe
The Legend of Spyro: The Eternal Night

PS3:
NBA 2K8
NBA Live 08

PSP:
Crash of the Titans
NBA Live 08
Spider-Man: Friend or Foe
Syphon Filter: Logan's Shadow

360:
Crash of the Titans
FlatOut Ultimate Carnage
NBA 2K8
NBA Live 08
Project Gotham Racing 4
Spider-Man: Friend or Foe

Wii:
Crash of the Titans
Dave Mirra BMX Challenge
NBA Live 08
Ninjabread Man
MLB Power Pros
Spider-Man: Friend or Foe
Sin & Punishment (VC)
Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels (VC)

GBA:
The Legend of Spyro: The Eternal Night

DS:
Crash of the Titans
Kurupoto Cool Cool Stars
Holly Hobbie & Friends
Race Driver: Create & Race
Spider-Man: Friend or Foe
The Legend of Spyro: The Eternal Night
The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass

PC:
Hoyle Card Games 2008
Hoyle Casino 2008
Loki: Heroes of Mythology
Monopoly 2008
Next Life
Enemy Territory: Quake Wars
Race 07
Spider-Man: Friend or Foe

The only thing I'm getting this week is Zelda. I don't know when I'll be playing it, but I'll be getting it.

What are you buying this week?

[rrmorton]

I'm on board for Zelda: Phantom Hourglass on the DS and Quake Wars: Enemy Territory on the PC. Both are pre-ordered.

(Although Team Fortress 2 might just be taking all the wind out of Quake Wars' sails.)

[EngineNo9]

I want to buy FlatOut: Ultimate Carnage and PGR4, but since I sill have Stuntman to finish and haven't started Halo 3, I think I will be waiting for a sale before buying them.  Syphon Filter: Logan's Shadow [PSP] is also another future buy when I'm less swamped. 

So: nothing for now.

[Destructor]

And here's the VC games of the week:

Super Mario Bros.™: The Lost Levels™ (NES®, 1 player, rated E for Everyone, 600 Wii Points): Originally released in Japan as Super Mario Bros.® 2, this game has previously made only brief cameo appearances in the Western Hemisphere. Now available on the Virtual Console™ in all of its original splendor, Mario fans will appreciate the familiar look and feel of the game, while finding that its updated game play creates an entirely new challenge. No longer content just to wear different-colored overalls, Mario and Luigi also possess different skill sets: Mario can stop quicker, while Luigi can jump higher. In addition to the classic enemies already known to fans worldwide, there are also Poison Mushrooms, backward Warp Zones, and the occasional wind gust (which can help or hinder your progress) to take into account. And if that's somehow not enough, expert players can go looking for the game's secret worlds. So get ready to put your Mario skills to the ultimate test, and save the Princess again. Just don't be surprised if she's in another castle.

Sin & Punishment™ (Nintendo 64, 1-2 players, rated T for Teen – Blood, Fantasy Violence, Mild Language, 1,200 Wii Points): Created by the legendary development studio Treasure, this is a game that hard-core gamers and fans of Japanese imports recognize as one of the finest Nintendo 64 titles to have never previously reached North American shores. Its unique combination of English voice-overs with Japanese subtitles (preserved in this version) has only added to the enthusiasm for its eventual release here. Experience the frenetic pace of a classic shooter, while choosing from a variety of options and a number of different skill levels until you are ready to take on the full-blown challenge of Turbo Hard mode. Not to be outdone by the action, however, the intriguing story line gives the game its soul and draws you even further into the mix. Set in the near future, on an overpopulated Earth starved for resources, players uncover the intriguing mystery of two teenagers (Saki and Airan) and their battle against the Ruffians as they advance through level after level of nonstop action. Take a deep breath, gather your energy and prepare to see why this game is so highly praised.

Holy crap! Sin & Punishment! Treasure's awesome N64 game we NEVER got in the US! Go! Go buy it now!

[wonderpug]

Buying Zelda!

I didn't realize PG4 was arriving already, I guess that goes in the queue.

[Devil]

MLB Power Pro (Wii)!!!
PGR4
and maybe some sort of basketball game.

[coopasonic]

PGR4 goes on the christmas list. Now you guys can't talk it up around here and make me buy it early. That stuff makes my wife mad for some reason. 

[Bullwinkle]

360: (any one of these could drop off due to bad reviews, but PGR4 seems most likely to be a lock)
Crash of the Titans
FlatOut Ultimate Carnage
Project Gotham Racing 4
Spider-Man: Friend or Foe

Wii:
Ninjabread Man (was considering because of the great title, but it's from the people who made the horrible Anubis II)
MLB Power Pros (maybe)
Sin & Punishment (VC)

DS:
Kurupoto Cool Cool Stars (what is this game?)
The Legend of Spyro: The Eternal Night (slight possibility, but I think it's released now for the confused parent buy)
The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass

The only for sure game is Zelda.  Maybe PGR4, too.

[CeeKay]

Zelda may be a possibility if I decide to go with a DS this week, or maybe I'll grab a PSP and grab something older.

[semiconscious]

tingle zelda!...

[EngineNo9]

Haha, I've never even heard of that Ninjabread Man game, but I agree that it is a great title. 

[fyedaddy]

Nothing again. The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass will get a rental but there should be plenty of used copies to buy later when I actually have time to play it all the way through.

[Chaz]

I'm considering Zelda, and PGR4 is tempting, but I think I ought to hold off on both and work on my backlog.  PGR4 is definitely in the offing at some point, because I want more games to use my wheel with.

[Purge]

Project Gotham Racing 4 if I had the moniez and the timez.

I'm still chewing through MP3, and I have to put some time into H3 coop before I get anything else).

I may just trade in something. I dunno. I am scared of the unknown.

[Jarrodhk]

Probably nothing.  Maybe PGR4 or Flatout.

[Fellow]

Most likely nothing, but PGR4 will get a purchase at some point.

[DonD]

Nothing.

I'm saturated with games and that backlog thing you folks talk about just doesn't work for me.  I lose interest.

[Octavious230]

I'm most likely going to pick up MLB Power Pros. Something about the title really appeals to me for some reason. I think it reminds me of the good old RBI baseball days. I'm really hoping that it turns out good. Zelda is going into my queue. I just started replaying through Wind Waker which I never finished because my sister in law deleted the save when I was halfway through the game. 

[mytocles]

PGR4 goes on the christmas list. Now you guys can't talk it up around here and make me buy it early. That stuff makes my wife mad for some reason. 

Good for you, coop! Just let us know when you buy it though, okay?  Christmas is soooo far away!

I would get Zelda, since I've played every Zelda game ever made, but I'm not a big fan of the stylus-type gameplay, so that may be the first one I don't get. My DS is mostly my Dr. Mario machine, lol...

[Andrew Mallon]

Zelda will be a definite purchase, although I'm not sure I'll pick it up this week or not. I don't think I'll have any gaming time this week.

[USMC Kato]

Only NBA2K8 for me. NBALive will never ever again have my business

[disarm]

i really don't need another driving game (not with PGR, Burnout, Forza2, and DiRT already), but PGR4 is calling my name.  i'm trying to resist for now...unless i hear some reviews that it's absolutely awesome...

[metallicorphan]

PGR4 goes on the christmas list. Now you guys can't talk it up around here and make me buy it early. That stuff makes my wife mad for some reason. 

Good for you, coop! Just let us know when you buy it though, okay?  Christmas is soooo far away!

I would get Zelda, since I've played every Zelda game ever made, but I'm not a big fan of the stylus-type gameplay, so that may be the first one I don't get. My DS is mostly my Dr. Mario machine, lol...

yup,i think PGR 4 for me,although i think it comes out next week for me


hello myto ,long time no see on here

[Destructor]

And the XBLA game of the week is Tetris Splash:

The most popular electronic game of all time is back, with new variants, enhanced graphics, and beautiful aquatic playscapes in Tetris® Splash! Since its introduction, Tetris has gone from Russian sensation to worldwide phenomenon, attracting more than 60 million enthusiastic players. Thanks to its unique, simple randomness, it's never the same game twice. Now, with new modes and team play, Tetris Splash introduces even more exciting, enjoyable ways to play this classic favorite. As easy to learn as it is addictive, it's equally fun for the casual player and the seasoned Tetris pro!

    * Modes of play: Three different modes of play including Tetris, T-Spin, and Combo, plus a unique screensaver mode.
    * Multiplayer: Playable solo, competitively or in teams, with an online multiplayer mode via Xbox LIVE® for up to six players.
    * New twists: New, enhanced graphics, and beautiful aquatic backscapes add a real splash to the fun of Tetris.
    * Content and themes: Exciting downloadable content will be made available including themes and background aquatic creatures.
    * Achievements: Twelve new achievements to master and conquer.

Enjoy?

[mytocles]

hello myto  ,long time no see on here  

Yeah, Metal, I'm still sick, "good days and bad days" kinda thing, so my gameplaying and GT participation have both been rather sporadic. But, remember, I'm still watching YOU!     

[Gratch]

I'm considering Zelda, but am leaning towards "pass" with FF Tactics coming out next week.

[Soulchilde]

Syphon Filter: Logan's Shadow probable.  I really enjoyed Syphon Filter on the PSP, so I actually might pick this up

[Zimix]

I'll probably pick up Tetris off of XBLA.  My wife is a huge Tetris fan.

[Caine]

zelda is a definite buy, but i'll wait to play it until my texas trip next week.  perfect timing. 

tetris for the wife on xbla.  she has wanted one, but this will be much better than tetris revolutions. 
i will look at sin & punishment as well.  treasure's games have always been great.

[ATB]

The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass

But maybe not this week. But then again maybe so.

[biggercup]

Still playing HALO 3 and Lair.
Don't have enough time nor $$$ to buy anything else this week.

Maybe just Sin and Punishment. I guess it's time to get rid of my import N64 copy.

[kathode]

PGR4 against my better financial judgement.

[Jarrodhk]

Syphon Filter: Logan's Shadow probable.  I really enjoyed Syphon Filter on the PSP, so I actually might pick this up

You should love Logan's Shadow my review will be up 'soon'.  Short form: I really liked it.

[Zarkon]

Oh, god.  PGR4 comes out this week?

Can't afford.  But want. 

Hrm.  Time to ebay things

[Laner]

And here's the VC games of the week:

Super Mario Bros.™: The Lost Levels™ (NES®, 1 player, rated E for Everyone, 600 Wii Points): Originally released in Japan as Super Mario Bros.® 2, this game has previously made only brief cameo appearances in the Western Hemisphere. Now available on the Virtual Console™ in all of its original splendor, Mario fans will appreciate the familiar look and feel of the game, while finding that its updated game play creates an entirely new challenge. No longer content just to wear different-colored overalls, Mario and Luigi also possess different skill sets: Mario can stop quicker, while Luigi can jump higher. In addition to the classic enemies already known to fans worldwide, there are also Poison Mushrooms, backward Warp Zones, and the occasional wind gust (which can help or hinder your progress) to take into account. And if that's somehow not enough, expert players can go looking for the game's secret worlds. So get ready to put your Mario skills to the ultimate test, and save the Princess again. Just don't be surprised if she's in another castle.

You just *KNOW* they're going to release Super Mario All Stars once the other SMB sales flatten out...

[Ridah]

I'll be buying Zelda, and adding PGR4 to my GameFly queue.

[unbreakable]

I'm on board for Zelda: Phantom Hourglass on the DS and Quake Wars: Enemy Territory on the PC. Both are pre-ordered.

(Although Team Fortress 2 might just be taking all the wind out of Quake Wars' sails.)

Same purchases.  Haven't been able to try TF2 yet... and might delay QW purchase a bit (going to be a crazy work week)... unless I see it on sale.

[Tebunker]

Powwarru Pro Baseball - HAI!

Sin & Punishment - HAI!

[Thin_J]

PGR4 all the way.

[Calvin]

NBA 2K8 360.