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Thank you RetroforceGO!/My new console
ArrestedDeveloper | 12:38 PM on 07.29.2009 26 comments


I don't know about you but RetroforceGo! has an odd effect on me. It might be Chad's optimism or Topher's pessimism or possibly even Dyson's pizzarollism but when they talk about things I have a powerful urge to buy stuff I didn't even know existed before I started the podcast. Up till now it hasn't been anything too substantial, a couple of Snes cartridges here (how the heck do unicycles race by them self?) a couple old school rpgs there, ( Guilty?! Just because I picked up a damn locket before I talked to her?!) on the whole RetroforceGo! has pointed me toward a lot of great stuff I'd missed out on growing up as a PC kid.

As any regular listener knows each cast member has a few things they love that tend to be brought up on a regular basis. Dyson loves pizza rolls and the Goodwill, Colette loves chocobos, Chad loves dolphins and abusing the elderly, Stella loves Japanese rhythm games I've never heard of, and Topher loves slurpees and the Dreamcast. So after years of hearing how awesome the Dreamcast is from the gang at Retroforce I finally took the plunge and bought a used DC from my boss. For the reasonable price of $40, he sold me the console and game collection pictured below:



I've sampled most of the games and have to say I'm pretty happy with my purchase. The system seems to have a lot of heart and I can't wait to get a little deeper into some of these games. I'll throw out the generic "I've bought a new system what games should I buy" question, any suggestions are appreciated.

So once again thanks RetroforceGo! for continually broadening my horizons and keeping me endlessly entertained. Here's to you.



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pendelton21's Destructoid Blog
SKIES. OF ARCADIA. NOW.

Also, Space Chanel 5 is worth picking up.
Krow's Destructoid Blog
I have loved your avatar from the day I first laid eyes on it. You're the reason I watched that show.



I love you.
Diverse's Destructoid Blog
Jet Grind Radio motherfucker.
perri's Destructoid Blog
Cool, RFGO inspired me to buy another SNES. It's a beautiful thing...I've yet to listen to the latest episode but I really hope it doesn't make me go out and get a pinball machine...
Tubatic's Destructoid Blog
DO YOU SPEAK IT?!
LK4O4's Destructoid Blog
Well, to be honest, a lot of the good Dreamcast games have started to come up in price over the years (Marvel vs. Capcom 2, Street Fighter III: Third Strike, and Power Stone 2 are all still about $50-60).

However, there are still a few cheap, great games out there. Definitely pick up Jet Grind Radio (about $15), Soul Calibur (about $10), Skies of Arcadia (about $20), MDK2 (about $15), and Chu Chu Rocket (about $10).

But then again, if just play your copies of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2 and Crazy Taxi, those two games should last you a good long time. They've got a lot of life in them.

I love my Dreamcast, so if you've got any questions, feel free to hit me up. :D
Elsa's Destructoid Blog
Wow! Very nice! I'll have to check with my friend and see if his daughter is done with my Dreamcast... and if it's still working.

I actually just found a copy of the Dreamcast Web Browser disc... I recognized it from your pic and remembered seeing it in passing the other day. I guess I should give it away or something if I don't get my Dreamcast back!

... seeing that layout brought back many fond memories!! :)
Char Aznable's Destructoid Blog
Damn, LK404 stole all the good recommendations. Umm...how about Virtual On: Oratorio Tangram, Dead or Alive 2, Shenmue, Quake III Arena?

Congrats on the new console. How's that Dreamcast startup jingle treatin' ya?
Topher Cantler's Destructoid Blog
YAAAAY this pleases me. Try out all the games suggested by everyone, most of this console's library was incredible. Home to some of my favorite games of all time.
TheCleaningGuy's Destructoid Blog
Ikaruga, Project Justice, Soul Reaver, Rayman 2, Vampire Chronicle for matching service, Capcom vs SNK 2, Guilty Gear X, TriggerHeart Excelica, and the Last Blade 2 (final) are some of my favorites, along with the aforementioned. However a lot of these are imports, hard to find, or expensive. If you're interested in NOT-burning dreamcast games, let me know, I'll send you a PM...
welkstar's Destructoid Blog
Congrats on the Dreamcast, that's a nice selection of games you've got there! As far as recommendations, I'd like to direct your attention to these articles on Racketboy.

Sega Dreamcast Beginners Guide
Games That Defined the Sega Dreamcast
Best Dreamcast Games Under $10
Monodi's Destructoid Blog
Holy shit, congrats!
nukka jdav's Destructoid Blog
Awesome! I really want a Dreamcast, but have yet to fully commit.

Also, would you like a spot of tea? YEEEEEEAAAAAAAAEAAAAAAAAASsss!
Guagloves's Destructoid Blog
Woo! Enjoy one of the best systems ever. Jet Grind Radio is a must.
Tha Meat's Destructoid Blog
For a sports game, NBA 2K was actually a lot of fun. Shenmue anyone. Having a virtual job of driving a forklift was incredible, I've never been that excited for work before in my life.
linuxguy's Destructoid Blog
the ps2 is still better, it has emotion engine!
*ducks*
galagabug 's Destructoid Blog
virtua motherfucking tennis
ArrestedDeveloper's Destructoid Blog
@Pendeleton
I actually own Skies of Arcadia on the gamecube, though I haven't played it past the opening cinematic. I hear the GC version has less random encounters and a couple extra missions but it's harder to get Vyse. My local store does have Space Chanel 5 but without the case or manual, I'm kinda a stickler on that.

@Everyone
My local indie game store has most noteworthy Dreamcast games for $20 bucks, is that fair pricing?

Also, what's the prognosis on Seaman, the store has the game and mic for $20 and it's always intrigued me but it seems like it might be a waste of money.
Zombutler's Destructoid Blog
omgsunny
Chad Concelmo's Destructoid Blog
Best deal EVER! :)
I am so happy for you! You are now a man. :)
Das Inchworm's Destructoid Blog
Charlie, I swear to God you have lice.
Puppy Licks's Destructoid Blog
that RFGO image needs to be a tshirt. now.
Steel Squirrel's Destructoid Blog
Soul Calibur
Stella Wong's Destructoid Blog
this makes me happy to hear! <3 enjoy your dreamcast if you want any recommendations please let me know too.
lazyhoboguy's Destructoid Blog
I need to start listening to this podcast. I never have and it was because I was on a crappy internet connection before. I am really into older systems though.
Stay McKee's Destructoid Blog
seaman is TOTALLY worth 20$.. biggest regret of my life was losing that mic.. :/

well.. maybe not the biggest but its up there.


also, great game. get it.


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