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Title: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: lukester on February 09, 2014, 12:47:30 PM
Let's talk about underrated games. :)
Rules:
1. Has to be something not well-known and loved, that is called underrated.
Example of bad pick: Zelda: Majora's Mask
2. Can't be a game with notable, major problems, that is irrationally liked by few
Example of bad pick: Sonic Lost World
I'll start. Marvel Land on Genesis, one of my favorite games on the console. Not a perfect platformer (jumping is floaty, pretty slow, repetitive albeit good tunes), but very solid, and has many well executed ideas. Prince Paco has some cool power-ups, such as the dragon wings. For example, all boss fights are mini-games, and warps are everywhere. Namco character cameos are abundant, and the theme park setting is great. Also a fantastic port, but with different enemies and level designs (and also 7 levels per stage instead of 4). I guess similar in this way to the Bravoman and Valkyrie ports.
Here is also an excellent shrine dedicated to the game. http://marvelland.doublemole.com/
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Post by: BigusSchmuck on February 09, 2014, 01:10:02 PM
Deadly Towers for the Nes. Man that game is hard. If you can get past the repetitive mazes there is a good game here. Oh yeah and the music is very catchy too in a simplistic way.
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Post by: PunkicCyborg on February 09, 2014, 01:11:08 PM
Kickle Cubicle
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Post by: roflmao on February 09, 2014, 02:11:15 PM
Double Dungeons. Few people (other than me) seem to like it, but I think it's great! I have fond memories playing it 2-player, and the music will stick to my brain for days. Sure, there's not a lot of depth to it, but I think that's one of the things I like about it. It's perfect for playing on the Express on a road trip. You can hold a conversation with people and kill stuff at the same time!
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Post by: jeffhlewis on February 09, 2014, 02:35:13 PM
Shadow Blasters / Shiten Myouou for the Genesis/MD. Side scrolling action platformer where you switch between 4 different characters. It's not early-shatteringly original but it's just a solid, fun game. Killer soundtrack, too.
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Post by: burn_654 on February 09, 2014, 03:34:18 PM
I will stand by the fact that I LOVED Resident Evil 5. Played through it twice with a good friend and my brother, and aside from some definite interface issues/quirks I truly just had fun with it. It's not worth playing singleplayer, but team up with someone serious, put time in to playing the campaign together, divy up your weapon strengths so you can cover more ground (I went sniper while someone else put money into upgrading shotguns/explosives for instance) and it just works well. Yes it lost some of the survival horror aspects but it does retain the tension of very limited ammo/items when you consider it has to be adequately shared with another person.
Resident Evil 6 lost some of that for me when they made pickups duplicated for all players. It felt like there was less tension in the co-op experience and the second player was just tagging along. 5 just had a solid co-op experience, imo.
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Post by: Mzo on February 09, 2014, 05:02:26 PM
I'm pretty sure that the people who didn't like RE5 didn't play through with a good co-op partner.
Playing with the AI would probably make most people dislike the game.
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Post by: TR0N on February 09, 2014, 07:45:48 PM
I'm pretty sure that the people who didn't like RE5 didn't play through with a good co-op partner.
Playing with the AI would probably make most people dislike the game.
I like RE5 and i did play allot in co-op.Sure RE5 is just a action game and not survival horror,but i thought it was a good game regardless.
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Post by: TR0N on February 09, 2014, 07:51:17 PM
My pick for a underrated game for a modern one at least.
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Post by: wildfruit on February 09, 2014, 11:34:01 PM
Alundra!
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Post by: ProfessorProfessorson on February 09, 2014, 11:50:39 PM
Time Killers. People don't get it, they don't understand how to play it (anyway who can at least play Tekken or Soul Edge can handle Time Killers), and they label it a MK rip off even though the game was released at about the same time.
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Post by: TheClash603 on February 10, 2014, 12:02:19 AM
I will give two picks that are themed...
Yo Noid
Yo Bro
Apostrophes and exclamation points purposely left out, because I knew I would f*ck them up.
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Post by: majors on February 10, 2014, 12:15:32 AM
Target Earth on Genny, it might not be underrated but ppl did not like the difficultly. I also adore Flink on SegaCD.
Tho I do not share the same love for Double Dungeon that rolfmao has (i.e. I'm selling my copy), I do have a appreciation for Victory Run along with Power Golf(1 and 2!).
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Post by: SmaMan on February 10, 2014, 05:39:52 AM
Double Dungeons. Few people (other than me) seem to like it, but I think it's great! I have fond memories playing it 2-player, and the music will stick to my brain for days. Sure, there's not a lot of depth to it, but I think that's one of the things I like about it. It's perfect for playing on the Express on a road trip. You can hold a conversation with people and kill stuff at the same time!
Y'know, from seeing screenshots and footage and stuff, Double Dungeons always looked like something I would enjoy. But with everyone saying it sucked I never really went for it I guess.
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Post by: bartre on February 10, 2014, 06:09:39 AM
Strider on the NES. everyone pops it in expecting the arcade/MD game, but it's an entirely different beast. i feel the game gets judged unfairly based on that.
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Post by: Nando on February 10, 2014, 07:05:37 AM
Taz-Mania on the genesis. Fun platformer with some decent challenges and simple puzzles, a great one to play with kids.
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Post by: bob on February 10, 2014, 09:21:10 AM
I love double dungeons. Great game for express as noted. All you have to do is follow one wall and you will get pretty far I noticed. The repetitive backdrop can get you lost immediately. It's great fun anyway.
I'm a huge fan of warios woods which doesn't get much exposure.
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Post by: roflmao on February 10, 2014, 04:17:26 PM
Y'know, from seeing screenshots and footage and stuff, Double Dungeons always looked like something I would enjoy. But with everyone saying it sucked I never really went for it I guess.
Well then you ought to pick up Majors copy and let us know what you think!
Tony, it doesn't surprise me a bit that DD isn't your cup of tea. It's not a shooter. :)
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: majors on February 11, 2014, 01:07:45 AM
Y'know, from seeing screenshots and footage and stuff, Double Dungeons always looked like something I would enjoy. But with everyone saying it sucked I never really went for it I guess.
Well then you ought to pick up Majors copy and let us know what you think!
Yes, get it out of my house! It's just a loosey though, in case SmaMan is a collector.
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Post by: munchiaz on February 11, 2014, 03:16:30 AM
My choice goes to Vanguard Bandits. I love this game, but it seems to always get overlooked by people. Everytime i bring up the game, people just try to mention other "better" SRPG's but honestly, VB is one of my favorite games on the ps1. Here is a site dedicated to VB
http://shrines.rpgclassics.com/psx/vanguard/
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Post by: sirhcman on February 11, 2014, 04:28:15 AM
my vote goes to J.J. & Jeff!
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Post by: Otaking on February 11, 2014, 04:33:44 AM
my vote goes to Kato Chan & Ken Chan! :D
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Post by: Mzo on February 11, 2014, 04:51:37 AM
I'm a huge fan of warios woods which doesn't get much exposure.
This is a great choice. The game is a lot of fun to play and the amount of control you have over Toad is impressive. Nobody seems to talk about it much, though =/
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Post by: ClodBuster on February 11, 2014, 05:19:28 AM
I'd like to throw Kemco's Top Gear (SNES) in the mix. Back in the early '90s, I felt it was overshadowed by F-Zero and Super Mario Kart. But surprisingly enough, it has aged well and thus is still very playable today - unlike its Lotus series predecessors on the Commodore Amiga.
What made the game unique for its time were the day-to-night transitions and pit stops, which added some strategic twist depending on what car type you were driving.
This game should be enjoyed with a friend in the cooperative multiplayer split screen mode.
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Post by: lukester on February 11, 2014, 07:54:02 AM
I'd like to throw Kemco's Top Gear (SNES) in the mix. Back in the early '90s, I felt it was overshadowed by F-Zero and Super Mario Kart. But surprisingly enough, it has aged well and thus is still very playable today - unlike its Lotus series predecessors on the Commodore Amiga.
What made the game unique for its time were the day-to-night transitions and pit stops, which added some strategic twist depending on what car type you were driving.
This game should be enjoyed with a friend in the cooperative multiplayer split screen mode.
F-Zero? Here in my country no one cared about this game, it was Top Gear all the way, people often mention to this day that the best Racing game they ever played. Of course people often exaggerate but it was very popular at the time.
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Post by: Arkhan on February 11, 2014, 08:30:44 AM
Hydlide 3: The Space Memories (Super Hydlide)
also who said Double Dungeons sucked? Retards?
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Post by: ClodBuster on February 11, 2014, 08:49:24 AM
F-Zero? Here in my country no one cared about this game, it was Top Gear all the way, people often mention to this day that the best Racing game they ever played. Of course people often exaggerate but it was very popular at the time.
It's great to hear that Top Gear at least got its well deserved love in some places of the world. Just out of curiosity, where are you located?
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Post by: Punch on February 11, 2014, 09:15:50 AM
F-Zero? Here in my country no one cared about this game, it was Top Gear all the way, people often mention to this day that the best Racing game they ever played. Of course people often exaggerate but it was very popular at the time.
It's great to hear that Top Gear at least got its well deserved love in some places of the world. Just out of curiosity, where are you located?
Brazil. Two games that got more love here for SNES if I recall correctly: Top Gear and International Superstar Soccer.
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Post by: SmaMan on February 12, 2014, 03:32:58 AM
Y'know, from seeing screenshots and footage and stuff, Double Dungeons always looked like something I would enjoy. But with everyone saying it sucked I never really went for it I guess.
Well then you ought to pick up Majors copy and let us know what you think!
Yes, get it out of my house! It's just a loosey though, in case SmaMan is a collector.
Sure I'll take it. I have too much fun with my collection to be called a "collector." That said, especially with PCE games, I do like to have the case, if anything just so it's protected. The other matter is that I have an unmodded PCEngine, not a TG16. Not sure what region yours is for. (I was talking to someone on here about getting it modded, but they suddenly dropped off the face of this forum and stopped replying to my messages.)
Back on topic, I'm gonna throw Starfox Assault for the Gamecube on this list. Everyone pans the crap out of this game, (and really every StarFox game post-64... and you wonder why we haven't gotten any lately) But it's a whole lot of fun. My friends and I stayed up till 4am some nights playing the multiplayer. Good, good times!
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Post by: SuperDeadite on February 12, 2014, 04:03:34 AM
Ken-Go, the "sequel" to Ninja Spirit. Itchy & Scratchy Miniture Golf Madness Jurassic Park (Gameboy version) Castlevania The Adventure Haunted Castle (Japanese version only) Thunder Cross II
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Post by: toymachine78 on February 12, 2014, 04:11:28 AM
Deadly Towers for the Nes. Man that game is hard. If you can get past the repetitive mazes there is a good game here. Oh yeah and the music is very catchy too in a simplistic way.
LOL SERIOUSLY!! ?? I think that is in gross violation of rule #2 lol
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Post by: toymachine78 on February 12, 2014, 04:15:59 AM
Strider on the NES. everyone pops it in expecting the arcade/MD game, but it's an entirely different beast. i feel the game gets judged unfairly based on that.
Great choice. I concur
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Post by: BigusSchmuck on February 12, 2014, 03:19:35 PM
Deadly Towers for the Nes. Man that game is hard. If you can get past the repetitive mazes there is a good game here. Oh yeah and the music is very catchy too in a simplistic way.
LOL SERIOUSLY!! ?? I think that is in gross violation of rule #2 lol
It's not as bad as people claim it to be. Honorable mention The Immortal. ;)
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Post by: jeffhlewis on February 12, 2014, 04:16:01 PM
Think I mentioned this last time but Need for Speed Underground (the first one) consumed my life for like 3 months. It's a fantastic game if you give it a chance.
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Post by: bob on February 13, 2014, 05:35:19 AM
I'm a huge fan of warios woods which doesn't get much exposure.
This is a great choice. The game is a lot of fun to play and the amount of control you have over Toad is impressive. Nobody seems to talk about it much, though =/
Thank you. And yes, once you get the hang of controlling toad, it can be an incredibly satisfying experience. Almost feels unintentionally rhythmic at points.
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Post by: geise on February 13, 2014, 06:02:46 AM
Violent Storm (arcade) Kendo Rage (SFC/SNES) Kiadan 00 (PC-E SCD) Lagoon (SFC/SNES) port of a x68k game. Philosoma (Playstation) cut scenes still look good Shining the Holy Ark (Saturn)
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Post by: bob on February 13, 2014, 06:56:05 AM
Legend of Kage
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Post by: TR0N on February 13, 2014, 07:15:50 PM
The Goonies II
Title: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: esteban on February 13, 2014, 10:05:38 PM
I was debating whether to keep this strictly TURBOPCE or not. I went with my "stream of consciousness" mode, so I don't know what will happen.
KARNOV (NES). I've written about it too many times. Suffice it to say: I love the ridiculously long list of tools/items that are available and the opportunities (if you experiment) you have to use them. Some things are used constantly (ladders), whilst some are so wonderful, ephemeral moments (flying with wings). The stage design <-> exploration <-> item usage strikes the right balance for me. I think of Karnov as a platformer (linear, at heart), with some extra goodness layered on top to prevent linearity from being boring (especially on replay). This keeps things moving relatively briskly and encourages replay (You don't have to slog around, or back track, or whatever, that kills replay in a game that aspires to be more). I think the atmosphere, graphics, music are cohesive, it feels great to unleash your fully-fired-up inferno on opponents, especially a boss. I think love was out into this game (designers play-tested it and got balance right). It is NOT a very difficult game, but I find it charming and replay it all the time.
GAIN GROUND SX. Another game I've promoted in the past, but I think this is a harder sell. It is much more challenging than, say, KARNOV, and can frustrate folks because of its quirks: many characters are a tad to sluggish for modern tastes (I think this was a compromise to balance out size of screen vs. reaction time vs. speed of enemies vs. speed of projectiles...if you concede that this is a strategy game AS WELL AS an action game, you might be forgiving). Personally, I think the games quirks can be appreciated and add to the charm. Some characters are slow, sure, but this makes you appreciate the one who are swift. The range of characters seems more authentic when you have slugs in there. The variety of weapons, and the different strategies you devise for various projectiles, is nice (especially after replaying the game a bunch of times...you'll gain a greater appreciation for the distinct feel of each character and how to handle weapons). THE RED BOOK SOUNDTRACK IS VERY NICE. I usually prefer synth pop and old skool chip tunes, but something about this soundtrack just f*ckING WORKS and complements the game perfectly—lie, this game had a majestic vision that was only partially executed (the graphics, controls, speed are not perfect), but, finally, the Red Book tunes usher in the respect and sincerity and Grande Visione that beat at the heart of this friggin' sweet game.
I gotta de-ice my car and go to work now. DAMN. (http://junk.tg-16.com/images/pcgsad.png)
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Post by: Necromancer on February 14, 2014, 01:43:21 AM
Yarr, Gain Ground SX is pretty sweet. I recently played through it and found it to be rather easy, especially if you play on the default difficulty setting; once you learn how all the different characters move/shoot, you can run right through it, kicking ass and taking names.
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Post by: Arkhan on February 14, 2014, 01:50:47 AM
Yarr, Gain Ground SX is pretty sweet. I recently played through it and found it to be rather easy, especially if you play on the default difficulty setting; once you learn how all the different characters move/shoot, you can run right through it, kicking ass and taking names.
Yeah it's definitely a easy going game, to me.
and , SUPER HYDLIDE.
GUYS.
ITS AWESOME.
hnnfnggggg
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Post by: _joshuaTurbo on February 14, 2014, 03:10:13 AM
I've always been a fella that tries to find fun in games that are often forgotten or ignored. I find this thread facsinating!! However, I've tried nearly each game listed so far (other than deadite's Thunder Cross 2 and Ken-go recommendations) having read/heard/discovered praise for most mentioned...
With that being said, let me see if I've got a couple underrated games I've found totally unheard of that you guys could check out.
Hook (SNES) I prefer the SNES version of the Genesis or Sega CD versions. I really enjoyed this one with the flying element and the challenge being pretty high in the earlier stages. I didn't necessarily think this licensed game that doesn't suck really brought anything truly new to the table, but I have a blast picking it and playing through it. Kind of felt like one of those Capcom SNES type games with the graphics, music and challenge. Also, enjoyed it's spiritual sequel - Skyblazer also on SNES.
Sonic 3D blast (Only the Saturn version) - I know it's not the Sonic game we all hoped it would be, but I think all the ragging on this better than average isometric platformer needs to stop. It's fun, has clever level design, great boss battles, awesome soundtrack and is a save feature away from being in my top 10 favorite Saturn games. Dang it!
Micro Machines (NES, SNES, N64) all of them. They're hilarious fun that hardly anyone talks about.
Flip Out! Atari Jag You are* - really fun puzzle game that kind of just plays like a quick lunch break, but sucks you in and I often find myself playing through it to the end.... Honestly a little pointless, but a bright spot in an otherwise abysmal game library.
Sonic Spike TG16 - all of you guys that just ignored it and think it's a lame Volleyball game never played 4 players. period. Try it. It's freakin' awesome!
I've always been a fella that tries to find fun in games that are often forgotten or ignored. I find this thread facsinating!! However, I've tried nearly each game listed so far (other than deadite's Thunder Cross 2 and Ken-go recommendations) having read/heard/discovered praise for most mentioned...
With that being said, let me see if I've got a couple underrated games I've found totally unheard of that you guys could check out.
Hook (SNES) I prefer the SNES version of the Genesis or Sega CD versions. I really enjoyed this one with the flying element and the challenge being pretty high in the earlier stages. I didn't necessarily think this licensed game that doesn't suck really brought anything truly new to the table, but I have a blast picking it and playing through it. Kind of felt like one of those Capcom SNES type games with the graphics, music and challenge. Also, enjoyed it's spiritual sequel - Skyblazer also on SNES.
Sonic 3D blast (Only the Saturn version) - I know it's not the Sonic game we all hoped it would be, but I think all the ragging on this better than average isometric platformer needs to stop. It's fun, has clever level design, great boss battles, awesome soundtrack and is a save feature away from being in my top 10 favorite Saturn games. Dang it!
Micro Machines (NES, SNES, N64) all of them. They're hilarious fun that hardly anyone talks about.
Flip Out! Atari Jag You are* - really fun puzzle game that kind of just plays like a quick lunch break, but sucks you in and I often find myself playing through it to the end.... Honestly a little pointless, but a bright spot in an otherwise abysmal game library.
Sonic Spike TG16 - all of you guys that just ignored it and think it's a lame Volleyball game never played 4 players. period. Try it. It's freakin' awesome!
That's actually really cool, I didn't realize that Lagoon was ported from anywhere! YAY! Information blast!!
+1 for micro machines +1 for sonic spike i was a big fan of superspike vball for NES and sonic spike is very similar but better
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Post by: Punch on February 14, 2014, 07:14:30 AM
Alien Trilogy on PS/Sat is underrated. One of the best doom clones.
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Post by: Mzo on February 14, 2014, 01:49:21 PM
Chibi-Robo on the GC is underrated.
It's really charming and nobody played it...
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Post by: IrishNinja on February 14, 2014, 08:30:10 PM
Zombies Ate My Neighbors
recently, i got into Internal Section on PS1, and Die Hard on PCE...so crazy the latter never came here, was thinking the next copy i see, I'll donate to Classic Game Room - pretty sure Mark would love it.
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Post by: TR0N on February 14, 2014, 10:20:00 PM
I have Super Hydlide complete in the box. I haven't played much of it, but from what I've seen, it definitely is a far better game than the original. I've heard some really good things about it, so I definitely need to play it at some point.
My little sister has this game, and I must agree. It looks really cool and unique.
As far as my picks, I am a big fan of a couple Sega Genesis games that don't get enough love.
Beyond Oasis (Genesis) - An excellent Zelda style adventure. Lots of secrets, a unique fighting system that has beat-em-up elements, a unique magic system, and created by Yuzo Koshiro's company, Ancient. I love this game, but I don't hear it discussed much, which is truly a crime. I remember going to a Blockbuster in the mid 1990s and renting this game. My dad saw it and recommended it, saying it looked good, and I remember being very skeptical. I rented it anyway, and even though I had no idea what to do, I fell in love. I must've spent hours running around the first area of the game, killing monsters aimlessly. Finally, not long before I had to take the game back, I figured out what I was supposed to do. I hadn't talked to the King! I went into the throne room, but didn't see any way to get over to the king, and it wasn't until later that I realized there were stairs leading up to him. I was playing on a really crummy old TV, and couldn't tell they were there. I had just assumed they were a wall. I quickly bought the game, and I've loved action-adventures ever since.
The Lost World: Jurassic Park (Genesis) - Even though the movie sucked and was a huge disappointment even when I was a kid (I couldn't put it in those words at the time, of course, but even then, I liked the first one better.), the completely forgotten Genesis game based on it is still one of my personal favorites. I believe it was one of the last Genesis games officially released, and it does feel quite advanced for the system. It wasn't just a straight up side-scrolling action game like Jurassic Park and Jurassic Park: Rampage Edition. While it did have a few similarities to those games, like the way weapons were found around the levels and added to your inventory, the gameplay was substantially different. Instead of just making your way to the end of the level, you were usually tasked with some sort of objective to accomplish, whether it be destroying dinosaur nests, or capturing several Stegosauruses by luring them into a cage, or many others. After you complete the first level, where you basically just have to make your way to the end (one of the few of this type), you are thrown into a hub level from which you can access several other levels. Once you complete all the levels in the hub, you unlock a huge setpiece boss level which functions very differently from the normal levels. The graphics on these are quite impressive for the system. When you complete the boss level, you move on to the next hub. There are tons of unique features, like vehicles you can ride, lots of enemy types, a few strategy elements (You can earn tokens by finding them in the wild or by capturing dinos, which you can redeem for items.), and fairly nice graphics. It really feels like a game for a more advanced system, while still maintaining a special old-school charm. Definitely one to try.
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Post by: cabbage on February 15, 2014, 11:03:26 PM
I'll mention Taekwondo on SFC, a very fun and unique 1-on-1 fighter. No ridiculous specials, and wins based on points (or by knockout). I don't know of any other games quite like it, and a lot of people who play it really seem to enjoy it--I know I do!
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Post by: IrishNinja on February 16, 2014, 01:12:11 AM
i really should get back to Chibi robo one day, that game is indeed a gem...and i totally slept on Lost World (despite owning it) because as was said, the property was terrible - gonna try that one soon!
been meaning to get this one back when i see it CIB for the right price...it's definitely something. the weight thing make it brutal at times for me, but ive yet to come across someone else who actually beat it! the ending's pretty rough too.
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Post by: Arkhan on February 16, 2014, 07:57:33 PM
I've beaten Super Hydlide a few times on both MSX and Sega Genesis.
It's one of the best games on Sega Genesis, to me.
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Post by: IrishNinja on February 16, 2014, 09:20:55 PM
^damn, dude! props. you know about that nihilistic ending then, heh.
recently had a chance to play Gunner's Heaven on PSX, a really fun little/shameless Gunstar Heroes clone.
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Post by: SmaMan on February 20, 2014, 03:33:01 AM
recently, i got into Internal Section on PS1, and Die Hard on PCE...so crazy the latter never came here, was thinking the next copy i see, I'll donate to Classic Game Room - pretty sure Mark would love it.
Seeing footage of PCE's Die Hard is what got me to buy one finally... why have I still not bought that game?
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Post by: roflmao on February 20, 2014, 01:48:02 PM
Alleyway for the Game Boy is another I think is underrated. It's too bad teh obey never got a decent Arkanoid/Breakout style game. I love playing Alleyway, though!
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Post by: TR0N on February 20, 2014, 06:49:57 PM
I'll say it again Alisia Dragoon for the genesis.The game didn't get much attention,after it's release.Unique way for attacking a decent story and a really good sound track.
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Post by: munchiaz on February 21, 2014, 02:48:20 AM
I'll say it again Alisia Dragoon for the genesis.The game didn't get much attention,after it's release.Unique way for attacking a decent story and a really good sound track. Alisia Dragoon review SEGA Mega Drive / Genesis (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cL5fg0J19dM#ws)
this game looks great. Im gunna have to track it down.
edit: Just bought a copy from Amazon . Looking forward to playing it
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Post by: xelement5x on February 21, 2014, 08:51:53 AM
That is a fun game TR0N, I love the JP cover as well.
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Post by: TR0N on February 21, 2014, 07:42:35 PM
I'll say it again Alisia Dragoon for the genesis.The game didn't get much attention,after it's release.Unique way for attacking a decent story and a really good sound track. Alisia Dragoon review SEGA Mega Drive / Genesis (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cL5fg0J19dM#ws)
this game looks great. Im gunna have to track it down.
edit: Just bought a copy from Amazon . Looking forward to playing it
You should enjoy it then that's one genesis title that sells dirt cheap still.
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Post by: geise on February 23, 2014, 01:51:06 PM
Sure does! I bought my copy complete and in great condition for $2 at a 2nd Hand Charles store.
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: esadajr on February 26, 2014, 06:36:14 AM
Great pick! not many people talked about this one back then and not many people talk about it now. It was (censored) awesome back then and still kicks butt. It messes with your brain big time, but totally worth it to see the ending.
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: Mzo on February 26, 2014, 07:38:43 AM
Alisia Dragoon is awesome. GAINAX + Game Arts? Hell yeah. f*ck you, Super Nintendo!
That game is all about the lightning upgrades. Finding them all as quickly as possible makes a HUGE difference. f*ck those platforms in the second to last level.
The squeaky noise she makes when she gets hit is really weird, haha.
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: Digi.k on February 26, 2014, 09:21:09 AM
I'll say it again Alisia Dragoon for the genesis.The game didn't get much attention,after it's release.Unique way for attacking a decent story and a really good sound track. Alisia Dragoon review SEGA Mega Drive / Genesis (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cL5fg0J19dM#ws)
I gave this away for one of the caption contests. As much as I wanted to like it, something just fell short for me.
Everybody rags on Addams Family for TCD, but I love it. I enjoy it on the NES too. I'm a big fan of Dick Tracy on Genny, nobody talks about that one.
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: munchiaz on February 27, 2014, 04:24:52 PM
Another underrated game, that i happened to play today is Astal for the Saturn. The game is beautiful, and the platforming is solid. Also love when Astal screams "Yaaaataaaa"
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: esadajr on February 28, 2014, 03:39:00 AM
You know, this is generally a game I see for around $1 or less actually. You saying it's a pretty good game? Might have to pick this one up..
Overall, I think racing games on the older systems are not given much attention. This one is pretty neat, and it has some replay value. It controls pretty well, the graphics are good, it has good sound effects, I love the music (only four melodies but they are fantastic). It is more challenging when you create a driver.
This game uses a battery to save your progress, and while you could finish it in one sit, I think it is more enjoyable if you make your own driver and make your car more powerful race after race.
Data East games on the NES are hit or miss (Karate Champ, Robocop 2) and that maybe another reason why this one was overlooked.
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: TR0N on February 28, 2014, 07:39:05 PM
I'll say it again Alisia Dragoon for the genesis.The game didn't get much attention,after it's release.Unique way for attacking a decent story and a really good sound track. Alisia Dragoon review SEGA Mega Drive / Genesis (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cL5fg0J19dM#ws)
I gave this away for one of the caption contests. As much as I wanted to like it, something just fell short for me.
Alisia Dragoon worked for me with it's auto targeting and all.
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: esteban on February 28, 2014, 11:46:40 PM
Regulars won't be surprised when I say...
MESOPOTAMIA/SOMER ASSAULT is an underrated game.
I should just link to a post from a decade ago where I explain how this game succeeds because it is a hybrid that adequately balances the different genres at its core: the ratio between Action vs. Puzzle vs. Shooting vs. Wacky physics vs. Odd mechanics of Slinky. For me, the balance is just right. A lot of experiments in hybrid-blending can rub folks a bad way because all genres are not equally loved by all people. So...I hope you try the game with an open mind.
DISCLAIMER: If you don't like quirky, then Somer Assault may not be your cup of tea. (http://junk.tg-16.com/images/pcgs.png)
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: geise on March 01, 2014, 01:54:29 AM
I love Somer Assault! It took a little bit for me to get used to it when I bought it back in the day, but it's a very original game.
I think I am going to add El Viento.
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: jordan_hillman on March 01, 2014, 10:54:02 AM
I absolutely adore Shinobi Legions on the Sega Saturn.
The digitized graphics are definitely a bit cheesy (and the live action cut-scenes are absolutely ridiculous), but it all adds to the early/mid-90s nostalgia fun. The gameplay is fun, the controls are responsive, and the boss battles offer some really fun challenges.
I would definitely recommend this gem to anyone who enjoyed the barrage of ninja platformers in the late 80s/early 90s
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: VenomMacbeth on March 01, 2014, 12:50:14 PM
I absolutely adore Shinobi Legions on the Sega Saturn.
The digitized graphics are definitely a bit cheesy (and the live action cut-scenes are absolutely ridiculous), but it all adds to the early/mid-90s nostalgia fun. The gameplay is fun, the controls are responsive, and the boss battles offer some really fun challenges.
I would definitely recommend this gem to anyone who enjoyed the barrage of ninja platformers in the late 80s/early 90s
I agree! I'd also like to add that while the US version of this game can be a little pricey, the Japanese version (Shin Shinobi Den) can be had much, much more affordably.
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: SmaMan on March 01, 2014, 04:12:02 PM
You know, this is generally a game I see for around $1 or less actually. You saying it's a pretty good game? Might have to pick this one up..
Overall, I think racing games on the older systems are not given much attention. This one is pretty neat, and it has some replay value. It controls pretty well, the graphics are good, it has good sound effects, I love the music (only four melodies but they are fantastic). It is more challenging when you create a driver.
This game uses a battery to save your progress, and while you could finish it in one sit, I think it is more enjoyable if you make your own driver and make your car more powerful race after race.
Data East games on the NES are hit or miss (Karate Champ, Robocop 2) and that maybe another reason why this one was overlooked.
I live old racing games. It's just fun to start from crappy car and slowly upgrade it into awesome car. Though sometimes, that first race or Grand Prix is just too hard for crappy car, and then the game's not very fun. I saw Al Unser a few times at a local store here. I might have to pick it up should I happen across it again.
Title: Re: Games you consider Underrated?
Post by: jordan_hillman on March 01, 2014, 08:11:55 PM
I absolutely adore Shinobi Legions on the Sega Saturn.
The digitized graphics are definitely a bit cheesy (and the live action cut-scenes are absolutely ridiculous), but it all adds to the early/mid-90s nostalgia fun. The gameplay is fun, the controls are responsive, and the boss battles offer some really fun challenges.
I would definitely recommend this gem to anyone who enjoyed the barrage of ninja platformers in the late 80s/early 90s
I agree! I'd also like to add that while the US version of this game can be a little pricey, the Japanese version (Shin Shinobi Den) can be had much, much more affordably.
Absolutely! The US version just seems to keep climbing and climbing in price over the past couple of years. :/ And from what I understand the Japanese version is nearly identical to the US release.