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Nintendo GBA or 3DS? Which is BEST?

Video April 26, 2024 Metal Jesus Rocks Leave a comment

Which is best: the Nintendo GBA or 3DS!? Tough choice, right? To help me answer I asked my friends to weigh in with their opinion! WATCH >> https://youtu.be/SkIFrw_D5Zw

Kelsey: https://twitter.com/kelslewin
Gemma: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGebs24
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Kinsey: https://twitter.com/KinsZilla

The Nintendo Game Boy Advance (GBA) and the Nintendo 3DS represent two distinct eras in handheld gaming, each offering unique experiences to gamers. Released in 2001, the Game Boy Advance was a groundbreaking handheld console that introduced vibrant 2D graphics and a vast library of games to players. With its compact size and long battery life, the GBA became a beloved companion for gaming on the go. Its library boasted iconic titles such as “Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen,” “The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap,” and “Advance Wars,” captivating players with engaging gameplay and nostalgic charm. The GBA’s simplicity and affordability made it accessible to gamers of all ages, solidifying its place as one of Nintendo’s most successful handheld consoles.

In contrast, the Nintendo 3DS, released in 2011, pushed the boundaries of handheld gaming with its innovative glasses-free 3D display and enhanced graphical capabilities. Building upon the success of its predecessor, the Nintendo DS, the 3DS offered backward compatibility with DS games while introducing new features such as StreetPass and SpotPass, fostering social interaction among players. With its extensive library of games spanning diverse genres and its robust online functionality, including the Nintendo eShop, the 3DS provided gamers with a rich and immersive gaming experience. Titles like “The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D,” “Fire Emblem: Awakening,” and “Animal Crossing: New Leaf” showcased the system’s capabilities, captivating players with compelling narratives and innovative gameplay mechanics. Overall, while the GBA and 3DS catered to different gaming preferences and technological advancements, both left an indelible mark on the handheld gaming landscape, shaping the way we play and experience games on the go.

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I Beat Every Single 2D Mario Game…

Video February 24, 2024 Metal Jesus Rocks Leave a comment

Josie Woah completes every 2D Mario game in anticipation of Super Mario Wonder on Switch.

The first three Super Mario games—Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 2, and Super Mario Bros. 3—were pivotal in shaping the landscape of video gaming on the original NES (Nintendo Entertainment System) for several reasons. Firstly, Super Mario Bros., released in 1985, revolutionized the platformer genre by introducing tight controls, imaginative level design, and a memorable protagonist in Mario. It set the standard for side-scrolling action games, establishing many conventions still used in the genre today. Its accessible yet challenging gameplay appealed to players of all ages and skill levels, helping to popularize gaming as a mainstream form of entertainment and cementing Nintendo’s position as a dominant force in the industry.

Following the success of the original Super Mario Bros., its sequels—Super Mario Bros. 2 and Super Mario Bros. 3—further solidified Mario’s status as a cultural icon and Nintendo’s flagship franchise. Super Mario Bros. 2 introduced innovative gameplay mechanics, such as the ability to play as multiple characters with unique abilities, and showcased Nintendo’s willingness to experiment with new ideas. Meanwhile, Super Mario Bros. 3 pushed the NES hardware to its limits with its expansive world map, diverse environments, and plethora of power-ups and secrets, offering players an even deeper and more immersive gaming experience. These games not only helped drive sales of the NES console but also fostered a sense of community and shared experiences among players, laying the foundation for the enduring legacy of the Super Mario series and its impact on the gaming industry as a whole.

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Golden Sun Review – Does It Hold Up on Switch?

Video February 4, 2024 Metal Jesus Rocks Leave a comment

The Golden Sun series is a beloved franchise of role-playing games (RPGs) that was developed by Camelot Software Planning and published by Nintendo. The series debuted with “Golden Sun” for the Game Boy Advance in 2001, followed by its sequel “Golden Sun: The Lost Age” in 2002. The games are known for their engaging narrative, intricate puzzle-solving elements, and a unique combat system centered around the manipulation of elemental forces called Psynergy. Set in the fantasy world of Weyard, players embark on an epic quest as Adepts, individuals with the ability to wield Psynergy, to prevent the resurrection of an ancient destructive force known as Alchemy. The narrative unfolds across generations, intertwining the stories of various characters as they explore diverse landscapes, solve puzzles, and engage in turn-based battles against formidable foes.

What sets the Golden Sun series apart is its innovative use of Psynergy, a form of elemental magic that characters can utilize both in and out of battles. The games incorporate a Djinn system, where creatures known as Djinn can be collected, assigned to characters, and unleashed strategically during combat to summon powerful entities or alter character classes. This dynamic gameplay mechanic adds depth and strategy to battles, encouraging players to experiment with different combinations of Djinn for optimal synergy. The series is fondly remembered for its engaging plot, well-developed characters, and the synergy of its gameplay systems, creating a memorable and immersive RPG experience for fans of the genre.

Featured, Nintendo (Hidden Gems), Mobile & Handhelds

10 New Games 4 Old Consoles (Game Boy, GBC, GBA, SNES & N64)

Video February 3, 2023 Metal Jesus Rocks Leave a comment

Here are 10 new games for old consoles like the Game Boy, Game Boy Color, GBA, Super Nintendo & Nintendo 64!
GAMES SHOWN:
The Machine (GBC)
InDestructoTank! (GB)
Dango Dash (GBC)
2021 Moon Escape (GB)
Wing Warriors DX (GBC)
Pine Creek (GBC)
Deadeus (GB)
Elland: The Crystal Wars (GBA)
Chip’s Challenge (SNES)
BIG2SMALL (N64)

More info: https://incube8games.com & https://theretroroomgames.com

Featured, Nintendo (Hidden Gems), Game Collection, Mobile & Handhelds

My GBA Game Collection (150 Games: Uncommon, $$$ & Hidden Gems)

May 20, 2022 Metal Jesus Rocks Leave a comment

Here is my entire Game Boy Advance (GBA) game collection. So many great games here including rare, uncommon and expensive games plus hidden gems and more!

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IntecGaming just can’t seem to get their SH*T together

May 6, 2022 Metal Jesus Rocks Leave a comment

RetroRGB takes a look at the latest IntecGaming kickstarter, this time it’s a GBA HDMI Kit that has a lot of potential but is ultimately let down by lame components and design decisions. Buyer Beware!

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My previous IntecGaming coverage of the Warrior 64 disaster

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IntecGaming is back w/ their GBA HDMI Kit – Some good…and some bad.

April 29, 2022 Metal Jesus Rocks Leave a comment

IntecGaming is back w/ their GBA HDMI Kit kickstarter. These are the same people that tried building the lame Warrior 64 that I HATED. John Hancock gives us his honest opinions of this latest product.

Instead… I recommend you just get the Hyperkin RetroN Sq for around $80.

John Hancock

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Drome Racers is a VERY impressive GBA game!

December 17, 2021 Metal Jesus Rocks Leave a comment

Drome Racers is a VERY impressive GBA game! – Here is my review and some gameplay footage of Drome Racers on the GBA running on the Analogue Pocket handheld.