Introduction

Hello,

I've decided to start writing videogame reviews. I didn't get a lot of sleep last night and it seemed like a good idea. It still seems like a good idea! Anyways, before I start reviewing , I need to lay down some context.

First off, I only have a nes, snes, and a genesis at my apartment, so I'll only be reviewing games for those systems unless I get more (most likely sega cd, 32x, or turbographx 16). I've had all of these systems since childhood so there's a lot of familiar games, however recently been hitting up flea markets, amazon, ebay, etc...

My favorite genres include platformers, rpgs, and action games. I don't really care for sports or strategy.

All of the reviews will be on a five start rating system. In order to provide some meaning, I've selected a couple of NES games of the various ratings.

5 stars -- Mega Man 2
This game is great. The action is satisfying, the difficulty is just right, and nothing is out of place. It improves on the original in so many ways: the password system, 8 bosses, and now you get to see Wily's castle. All of the bosses are original, and their levels are just as well designed. Sure there are a lot of gimmicks, but that's what makes it fun.

4 stars -- Willow
The graphics are the first thing that stands out on this nice Action Rpg. The controls are tight, but my main issue is with the leveling, specifically level 16. This game requires quite a bit of grinding to win but, if you die, you'll go back to your last level, except for level 16. Even if you put in the time to getting to the highest level, if you die, it's back to level 15. It is nearly impossible to defeat the final boss with the the magic points required: you shoot these bubbles and to win you can only miss three times. Despite of this flaw, I would still recommend it.

3 stars -- Kiwi Kraze
I initially picked this one up due to an online video. This game has also been ported to the Genesis as well, although I've never played it. The graphics are pretty standard for the release date (1989), but the gameplay doesn't impress. You shoot arrows to attack your various enemies. The goal is to free a member of your bird bretheren at the end of each level. The setting and music are interesting, but overall it's not great, but not bad.

2 stars -- Bible Adventures
The wisdom tree games have strangely endeared themselves to me. I know the controls are slippery, the goals are arbitrary and often repetitive, and the music is bad and extremely repetitive. But it's the ultimate party challenge: can YOU beat David and Goliath? Also, most wisdom tree games were written in C instead of assembly. This method was never really popular, but it is starting to gain traction among the homebrew community. I wouldn't recommend this game, but there is some appeal out there.

1 star -- Golf
There is nothing I like about this game. There is no music and trying to set meters is not my idea of fun. Nothing makes sense, and I wouldn't bother playing it.

Well, I hope you've enjoyed reading. I haven't decided what I want to review next. But if you keep reading, you'll find out!