Pancakes R Us
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Rouge Squadron? Sounds like a fake from the far east. Now Rogue Squadron, that's another matter altogether
The Nintendo GameCube Appreciation and Collecting Thread.
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starwarsfan541
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Rouge Squadron? Sounds like a fake from the far east. Now Rogue Squadron, that's another matter altogether
the Rogue Squadron 3 pre order disc of course
TheDrowningMan
Member
Just bought an NTSC GameCube + F-Zero GX....then looked at how expensive component cables are, and decided that a US Wii would be a better bet for guaranteed 60hz & sometimes 480p gaming. I'd have lived without the latter if it supported RGB, but nope. I really forward to playing Luigi's Mansion again, this time in English. I played through on my import GC soon after the Japanese launch but never bothered with the PAL version for obvious reasons. Other than that, I've got Wave Race, Super Monkey Ball (had those two + LM at the JP launch) and Mario Sunshine - which I never finished - on the way. Chibi Robo and Paper Mario 2 (another game I started but didn't complete) will probably come next.
A bit off topic, but as I'm going for a US Wii, is Excitebots worth playing? That never made it across the pond. Full-gore No More Heroes is also on my list.
A bit off topic, but as I'm going for a US Wii, is Excitebots worth playing? That never made it across the pond. Full-gore No More Heroes is also on my list.
It looks like it goes for ~$15ish complete on ebay, so while it's a good deal it's not THAT good.
I think I saw another GAFfer trying to sell it for 30 bucks once. So either it was a mistake, or the price crashed. Either way, I'm glad. Its a goddamn demo.
REmake was one of the first reasons why I upgraded my PC back then, this and for Dolphin in general.
Worth it. REmake stood the test of time so well.
sixteen-bit
Member
Dem 10k poly character models
It's not great on the PC. While those shots above aren't too bad the game generally looks poor through Dolphin as a result of the pre-rendered backgrounds. Mixing higher resolution models against low resolution backgrounds doesn't work great.
It looks best playing on a real CRT.
Hopefully one day we'll get a resolution pack that could make these backgrounds a bit less blurry.
I'm really interested into working on the characters textures, but I never did anything like that ever before though. It could be a really awesome project.
sixteen-bit
Member
Xbox, Ps2, and GameCube versions all support 16:9 anamorphic widescreen in 480p. Xbox version exclusively supports 720p, but that mode is forced 4:3
Well... I'd personally rather play 16:9 at 480p than 4:3 at 720p (I dislike black bars and hate screen stretching). Given that there are unlikely to be many graphical differences when they're both at 480p, I'd still probably choose the one with Link in it.
Hi guys. Currently amassing a wii game collection via my wii u and tempted to start on a gc collection too.
As a uk gamer what would the best course of action be: usa gc / uk gc / uk wii?
I know gc component cables are a tad expensive but there does look to be a difference in quality betwee gc and wii component output.
Also in terms of pal slowdown on gc titles, would it be recommended to go the ntsc route for the console and games?
As a uk gamer what would the best course of action be: usa gc / uk gc / uk wii?
I know gc component cables are a tad expensive but there does look to be a difference in quality betwee gc and wii component output.
Also in terms of pal slowdown on gc titles, would it be recommended to go the ntsc route for the console and games?
GC vs Wii Component is fairly neglible. I'd say there's like a less than 5% improvement by using GC component cables. There's a lot of mis-information spreading on the subject.
Unless you want 480p gameboy player and the best quality when playing LAN compatitable games, the BC Wii is honestly the better choice.
Regarding PAL vs NTSC, go with NTSC. PAL games don't run in 480p at all, whereas most NTSC ones do.
Edit: After scouring the thread, I found legitimate comparisons for 480p through component on both consoles. GC top, Wii Bottom.
BumblebeeCody
Member
It is pretty fun to play. Good soundtrack too.
Picked this up for £8 from Japan. Still sealed too.
Megaman EXE Network Transmission.
Englebert3rd
Unconfirmed Member
In my opinion, Link in the Soul Calibur universe makes much more sense, because of the sword and shield.
For me, it's easily the best version and have got all of them.
RagingAvatar
Member
re: Gamecube 480p and component..
I wanted 480p but I didn't want to spend the money.
Managed to grab the Japanese D-Terminal cable for quite cheap - as it seems a lot of people don't realise that these are 480p cables, and then a D-Terminal to component adapter.
Works like a charm.
I wanted 480p but I didn't want to spend the money.
Managed to grab the Japanese D-Terminal cable for quite cheap - as it seems a lot of people don't realise that these are 480p cables, and then a D-Terminal to component adapter.
Works like a charm.
I honestly don't see much of a difference at all.Edit: After scouring the thread, I found legitimate comparisons for 480p through component on both consoles. GC top, Wii Bottom.
I honestly don't see much of a difference at all.
If you open up tabs with them and look at the face of the boat, beedle's boat and the houses in the background, you can see the colour is better on the gamecube one, particularly around the face of the king of red lions. The difference is fairly small though.
Yeah, not £100 worth of difference for me, but i'm not an audio/visual-phile like some so i'm not one to pass judgement
Ninka_kiwi
Neo Member
I've recently acquired an interest in making a Gamecube collection...
This is currently what I own. Sadly some of the game boxes are not in the greatest condition (or are gross yellow gamer's choice) but this is my starting point. What are some games I should try and get?
This is currently what I own. Sadly some of the game boxes are not in the greatest condition (or are gross yellow gamer's choice) but this is my starting point. What are some games I should try and get?
Yeh looking at it, the colours pop more on Gamecube. There's also a slight edge in the sharpness of the Gamecube shot.
Honestly though Wii component is fine. I'd only go for Gamecube component if you will be using the Gameboy Player a lot.
I've got a D-Terminal cable en route to check things out for myself. I'm very curious as to how well the XRGB will deal with it.
Neat, I'd be interested to hear your impressions!
I've always kinda wanted a D-Terminal cable, just because. Nintendo Australia didn't have them when I called though.
Hopefully mine will work; I got it off of Yahoo Auctions Japan for 5,000 Y. It's missing the housing on the D-Terminal side, so if that is damaged in any way I'll re-terminate it.
One thing is for sure; I'm a picky little bitch and if it isn't better than the Wii in component, the world will hear about it and the $60 (with shipping) I wasted.
chaosblade
Unconfirmed Member
I doubt those were ever made available outside Japan/east Asia. Not sure any other countries ever picked up the standard.
Yeh, but like, component cables weren't even sold here but Nintendo had them if you called up, so I tried my luck
PooBone
Member
I just bought a used Gamecube on Amazon with all the cables, a mem card, and a controller. I STILL have the REmake and the bonus collection disk with Zelda: OOT, MM, Zelda 1 and Zelda 2. I played a lot of the games people have mentioned (in the first few pages anyway) but I especially loved Eternal Darkness. The Gamecube was my first console of that generation, mainly for Wind Waker (not my favorite Zelda game). Any gems I may have missed along the way for recommendation?
I'd like some suggestions for any games I'm missing. Basically I'm interested in any game that is either console-exclusive to the 'cube or has the best version on the 'cube. I'll also take any game that just has some 'cube exclusive features. Games that have better versions on the Xbox or Wii (amongst others) don't interest me too much. If there's a better digital-only version though? I prefer physical.
I currently Own:
Amazing Island
Animal Crossing
Baten Kaitos 1 and Origins
Battalion wars
Billy Hatcher
Bomberman Generations
Bloody Roar: Primal Fury
Cubivore
Darkened Skye/Outlaw Golf
Doshin the Giant
Dream Mix TV World Fighters
Fight Night: Round 2
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance
F Zero GX
Gameboy Player Disc
Gotcha Force
Harvest Moon: Another Wonderful Life
Hot Wheels: World Race
Ikaruga
Jacques villaneuve's racing challenge
Killer7
Kirby's Air Ride
Legend of Zelda: Collectors, Four Swords Adventures, Wind Waker
Lost Kingdoms 1 and 2
Luigi's Mansion
Mario Kart: Double Dash
Mario Party 4
Mega Man: Network Transmission, Mega Man X Collection
Metal Gear Solid: Twin Snakes
Metroid Prime 1 and 2
Odama
Pac Man World 2 and Vs.
Paper Mario: 1000 year door
PSO episode 1+2, Episode 1+2 Plus, Episode 3
Pikmin 1 and 2
Pokemon Colosseum (+bonus disc), XD, Box and Channel
Rayman 3
Resident Evil and RE:0
Shadow the hedgehog
Skies of Arcadia: Legends
Sonic Mega Collection, Gems collection, Adventure DX andAdventure 2 Battle
Soul Calibur 2
Spiderman 2
Spongebob Squarepants Movie
SSX on Tour
Starfox Adventures and Assault
Starwars Rebel Strike: Rogue Squadron 3
Super Mario Sunshine
Super Monkey Ball
Super Smash Melee
Viewtiful Joe 1 and 2
Wario Ware
I intend to buy in the future for Gamecube features:
Eternal Darkness
Star Wars: Rogue Squadron 2
Chibi Robo
Custom Robo
NBA Street V3
Super Monkey Ball 2
Bomberman Jetters
Sonic Heroes (eh)
P.N.03
Rogue Squadrom Demo Disc and Mario Kart Double Dash Bonus Disc
Sorry for the long post, but I just wanted any suggestions for anything I'm missing at this point. I also think this post might help some of you pick out some games you may not have known about.
I currently Own:
Amazing Island
Animal Crossing
Baten Kaitos 1 and Origins
Battalion wars
Billy Hatcher
Bomberman Generations
Bloody Roar: Primal Fury
Cubivore
Darkened Skye/Outlaw Golf
Doshin the Giant
Dream Mix TV World Fighters
Fight Night: Round 2
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance
F Zero GX
Gameboy Player Disc
Gotcha Force
Harvest Moon: Another Wonderful Life
Hot Wheels: World Race
Ikaruga
Jacques villaneuve's racing challenge
Killer7
Kirby's Air Ride
Legend of Zelda: Collectors, Four Swords Adventures, Wind Waker
Lost Kingdoms 1 and 2
Luigi's Mansion
Mario Kart: Double Dash
Mario Party 4
Mega Man: Network Transmission, Mega Man X Collection
Metal Gear Solid: Twin Snakes
Metroid Prime 1 and 2
Odama
Pac Man World 2 and Vs.
Paper Mario: 1000 year door
PSO episode 1+2, Episode 1+2 Plus, Episode 3
Pikmin 1 and 2
Pokemon Colosseum (+bonus disc), XD, Box and Channel
Rayman 3
Resident Evil and RE:0
Shadow the hedgehog
Skies of Arcadia: Legends
Sonic Mega Collection, Gems collection, Adventure DX andAdventure 2 Battle
Soul Calibur 2
Spiderman 2
Spongebob Squarepants Movie
SSX on Tour
Starfox Adventures and Assault
Starwars Rebel Strike: Rogue Squadron 3
Super Mario Sunshine
Super Monkey Ball
Super Smash Melee
Viewtiful Joe 1 and 2
Wario Ware
I intend to buy in the future for Gamecube features:
Eternal Darkness
Star Wars: Rogue Squadron 2
Chibi Robo
Custom Robo
NBA Street V3
Super Monkey Ball 2
Bomberman Jetters
Sonic Heroes (eh)
P.N.03
Rogue Squadrom Demo Disc and Mario Kart Double Dash Bonus Disc
Sorry for the long post, but I just wanted any suggestions for anything I'm missing at this point. I also think this post might help some of you pick out some games you may not have known about.
marvel8797
Neo Member
found this:
no manual, but still sweet find.
no manual, but still sweet find.
KDash31987
Member
Version 3.0
Member
It's actually the best use I've seen outside of a full-fledged game like 4 Swords. The GBA player plays a sort of Tetris-ish game to place pieces in 2D, and that creates a surface for the Gamecube player to run on. The Gamecube player is being chased by something, I forget what, or maybe it's just a timer. My friend and I had a good bit of fun with it.
I second this, it's a short 2 player mini-game, but it's incredibly fun. I've booted up Rayman 3 on occasion just to play it.
The Shapesmith
Member
Does anyone know a site where i can get hi res covers for old GC games? I have used the cover project for years but I have 3 games with the dreadful gamestop covers that they do not have.
Future Tactics uprising
Harry Potter & the sorcerers stone
Robotech Battlecry
Any help is appreciated!
Future Tactics uprising
Harry Potter & the sorcerers stone
Robotech Battlecry
Any help is appreciated!
sixteen-bit
Member
I have Future Tactics GCN somewhere. I you can't find it I might be able to scan mine.