I returned to this game today and completed it in one go. After the first roll of credits, I decided I’m not happy with what happened, so I did a very bad thing. I didn’t like the ending very much, but I sort of expected it.
I would recommend this game to everyone. Don’t listen to the idiots who say it sucks because it’s too easy or simplified. I had fun the entire time I was playing it, and in the end, that’s what counts. It’s a fun, fast paced game with a nice story and good humor. Anyone who enjoys something like that will enjoy this game.
Category: Adventure
Prince of Persia (PC), Part 1
This one is finally out, so I’ve been playing allot of it to. I’ve completed 13 out of a total of 24 levels (or 14 out of 25 if you count the temple). The Warrior is destroyed and I got two of the four powers with the third one really close (I need a little over 20 light seeds). Besides The Warrior, I’ve also fought the Concubine and the Alchemist. Right now, I’m getting ready for some backtracking, since I’ve completed all of the available levels, but I still don’t have a new power. I like the direction this game is going. It’s much simpler than the Sands of Time series, but it’s also more fun.
EDIT: I’ve got another power and with it, I’ve managed to complete three more levels. That makes it 16/24. Right now, I’m ready to face The Concubine for the last time.
Phoenix Wright – Ace Attorney (DS) (COMPLETED)
The fifth and final case is solved. And what a case it was! It took me the most of the day to complete it. Everyone was connected somehow. It all linked back to another, solved case from two years ago. The real murderer was the chief of police. He was blackmailing the defendant in to taking the fall for him. He almost got away due to some evidence problems, but I managed to outsmart him.
I realize now why this game is so praised. When you look at it, it doesn’t seem so interesting, but if you start playing it, you just can’t stop. The story is simple at first, but turns in to something incredibly complex as you progress. I don’t think I will be playing the sequel that soon though. It’s not a game you can play for a few minutes and stop, and that’s what I need right now.
Phoenix Wright – Ace Attorney (DS), Part 3
The fourth case is solved. The defendant was none other than Miles Edgeworth, and the prosecutor was his mentor. I barely managed to defend him, and I actually had to question a parrot to accomplish this. After the case, Miles, Phoenix and Larry made up and are now best buddies again. After the case has ended I got a fake ending. The credits ran trough, and then I got another case. This one will be a toughie. The defendant already admitted to the case, and the victim is a detective.
Phoenix Wright – Ace Attorney (DS), Part 2
I’ve solved the third case. An actor playing a samurai in a kids show was accused of killing the guy that plays his opponent in the same show. After three days of trial, it turns out the producer who actually is linked to the mafia killed the guy in self defense. The show was cancelled, but another show, inspired by my assistant started running instead.
Phoenix Wright – Ace Attorney (DS), Part 1
Everyone was saying how this game is great, so I tried it to see what all the fuss is about. I’m not disappointed, but I’m not too impressed either. It’s a very good game, but there are better ones too. I’ve finished the first two cases, and started the third one. This is where I took a break as it is late and I will be going to bed soon.
Castlevania – Portrait of Ruin (DS) (COMPLETED)
I’ve defeated all but the final boss (Dracula). Braunner was pretty tough, but nothing I couldn’t handle. I’ve also solved most of the quests from Wind. One of the quests unlocked the Nest of Evil, which is an optional area filled with tough enemies and bosses. Another quest asks me to kill one of the bosses with the Blank Book which is one of the weakest weapons in the game. I’ve managed to defeat the first three bosses in the Nest of Evil.
One of the new enemies there (Gold Skeleton) drops Gold Rings which increase the amount of money I get from candles, etc. I got two of these rings and put them on Charlotte. Then I cast Speed Up and started running up and down the staircase in front of Dracula’s throne. There’s a bunch of torches there, and since most of them now drop either 500 or 1000 gold, I got allot of money fast. This allowed me to buy two Master Rings which increase the amount of skill points I gain from enemies. Right now, I’m mastering most of my skills. Jonathan actually has three skills missing from his list so I’ll have to look for them. Charlotte has a bunch of spells missing to.
I have 5 quests left and the Nest of Evil to clear, and then I’ll fight Dracula and complete the game. I hope this unlocks a bunch of stuff like in other Castlevania games.
This game is not without its problems though. It constantly freezes when I switch an area (the music changes) or when I try to activate a teleport or open the menu. It doesn’t do that every time, but it’s quite often. I’m sure it’s not my DS because I tried other games and I have no problems at all.
EDIT: Notice the change in the title? Yup, the game is completed. Not a 100% but pretty close. I got 1000% on the map, all of the skills, all of the enemies, and most of the items. I also solved all of the quests and got the best ending (I think). I’m not sure what’s unlocked, but there’s time for that later. Right now I have other games to play.
Castlevania – Portrait of Ruin (DS), Part 2
I’ve completed three paintings, including one where I’ve fought Legion. I really think they should make this boss harder. I think he’s been the easiest one for me in most Castlevania games. I’ve also fought one of the vampire’s daughters, and then found out they are actually Wind’s daughters (the guy that’s helping me. Right now, I’ve found and entered the fourth painting.
EDIT: I’ve cleared the fourth painting and explored most of the castle. I’ve encountered and defeated Death, and then managed to heal the vampire’s (actually Wind’s daughters) using sanctuary. After healing them, they told me that the vampire (Braunner) is painting a painting that can destroy the world. In order to get to him, I have to clear four other paintings in the next room.
Castlevania – Portrait of Ruin (DS), Part 1
I love Castlevania games, and I haven’t played this one yet, so I decided to try it out. It’s great just like any Castlevania game. This time you control two characters – Jonathan and Charlotte. I’ve already fought three of four bosses, and have encountered Death. I’ve cleared one of the paintings (City of Haze), and I’m currently in the Sandy Grave painting. My character got killed by a rolling boulder, so I decided to take a break.