Docs from Derelict

Sonic Unleashed (PS2)

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 13:46:09 +0000

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I played this game in January, and thought that the day stages were fantastic; some of the best Sonic game-play I had experienced in a long time. Sure, there are plenty of things wrong with almost every other aspect of the game, but I think being able to do the day stages was worth it. As such, I thought I'd grab some video. Of course, it had been about 10 months since I last played, so I was a little rusty.

Eye Toy: Play 2

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 13:46:09 +0000

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I bring you footage of me playing Play 2 for the Eye Toy on PS2. I figured it would be something different to see, and though it's not the best compilation of Eye Toy mini-games out there (I think Sega Superstars can win that one), it was the one that had a save file on the memory card that was in my PS2 at the time I was looking for one more game to record.
I originally was going to make the video longer, but then decided that I didn't need to make myself look like a fool for THAT long of a time.

TMNT Smash-Up (PS2)

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 18:52:44 +0000

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Here's a video of me playing some Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Smash-up.

Jurassic: the Hunted - Video 2

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:29:48 +0000

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Here's some more video from Jurassic: the Hunted on PS2.
This time it shows me squaring off against some pterydons, a t-rex, and a spinosaurus.

Jurassic: the Hunted

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:20:13 +0000

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Jurassic: the Hunted on PS2

Here's some video from the first few levels. It's too bad I didn't end up capturing some of the following levels, as I did end up squaring off against some giant scorpions, pterodactyls, a t-rex, and a spinosaurus. With a game this short I may have time to go back and get some more footage though :)

It was fun (simple, uncomplicated, no frills fun) while it lasted, but I wouldn't recommend paying full price for it.

Jak & Daxter: the Lost Frontier - Part 2

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:42:39 +0000

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Jak & Daxter: the Lost Frontier (PSP Port) - Part 2
Footage from PS2

Jak & Daxter: the Lost Frontier - Part 1

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:42:39 +0000

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Jak & Daxter: the Lost Frontier (PSP Port) - Part 1
Footage from PS2

Operation

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:00:56 +0000

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Remember Operation?

I used to play this game as a kid, about 25 years ago, and the game has changed over the years.

I was rather sad to see classic body parts like the funny bone being replaced with phone finger, and “time on the hands”. However, there are some nice features added to the version I have, including a difficulty setting. Normal difficulty will buzz as soon as you touch the edges, but easy setting will give the player a second before buzzing so that quick touches count against them. This makes it easier for youngsters that are still fine tuning their dexterity and co-ordination. You can also switch difficulty levels on the fly, so that experienced players (like yours truly) don’t have it made too easy for them.

Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 13:04:47 +0000

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Some game-play from Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 on PS2.

Marvel Super Hero Squad

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 01:09:12 +0000

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I picked up Super Hero Squad yesterday to play with the kids. It's basically a simplified version of the X-Men Legends and Ultimate Alliance games geared to a younger audience. Generally speaking the developers have managed to make it kid friendly, at least in terms of difficulty level. Attacking is simple, and you don't have to worry about using every button on the controller. What they don't do, unfortunately, is tell you anything about the special moves you can perform. You have to kind of figure out how to do those on your own.

The other thing that they seem to have forgotten is SAVE POINTS. I grabbed some video, and I had to play for almost 40 minutes to get through 5 stages to get to a save point. Sure, you could continue from the beginning of each if you died, but if you stop playing your progress is lost. So far I've only tried out adventure mode, and when i was playing with oldest, he was having fun.

You also get to play as some characters that aren't available (as far as I know) in the other team super hero games, such as Silver Surfer and Falcon.

Taiko Drum Master

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:41:24 +0000

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I recently picked up some new video editing software. I was finally able to ditch MS Movie Maker.

I ordered Sony Vegas Movie Studio which came with Cinescore and Architect DVD authoring software.

I went with this program, as I've used Vegas before when it was released by Sonic Foundry, and found it really easy to use. So far this version is very familiar, and has a great layout with nice options. Good enough for my home movies and things like that at least. I'm not looking to produce short films or anything like that :)

So with my new software I put together a nice little video of me doing incredibly poorly at Taiko Drum Master for PS2.

I also learned that I need a non-slip mat under the drum. You may notice at about a minute in I have to turn the drum back to face me. It's hard to tell because of the camera angle, but there was one point I was almost hitting it side-ways, which didn't help my accuracy.

Anyway; enjoy my mediocrity :)

Error - You've spelled it correctly.

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:17:53 +0000

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I'm sorry, "email" is not in our dictionary. Try "email" instead.

PS2 on a C64 screen

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 01:44:26 +0000

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I put a little video together about how I setup my 2nd (yes I have two) PS2 in my downstairs room. Or more specifically, it's about what I had to do to hook it up to my old C64 monitor.
I fell into having a 2nd one a little while ago, which is to say, I didn't have to purchase it with my own money. Plus, now I have a back-up in case my first one goes down.

I know it's painful for some to think that I haven't moved on to something newer yet, but I'm happy with what I have.

Plus, I have what I think is a pretty respectable library of games that still has a fair chunk of titles that need to be finished.

PS2 Arcade Stick

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:15:24 +0000

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New peripheral in this week.

It works on PC & PS3 as well, should I ever need to use it on one of those.

Leaf close-up 1

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:05:07 +0000

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I've been going a little leaf-crazy with the pictures this autumn.

Leaf close-up 2

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:05:07 +0000

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I've been going a little leaf-crazy with the pictures this autumn.

I found these ones had a leathery look (and feel) to them.

Autumn leaves, meet sidewalk

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 21:19:45 +0000

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Autumn is here.

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 21:19:45 +0000

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I left for work with my lawn and side-walk relatively clear, and came home to it like this.

God of War 2

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:55:44 +0000

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I've been playing some God of War 2 over the past few days.

It's a LOT of fun.

Gravis Gamepad

nobody@ipernity.com (Derelict) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:38:49 +0000

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I was going through some old stuff, and cutting loose some things that I thought I would one day use again, but am coming to terms with the fact I probably never will.

One of these things was my very first PC game controller from about 17 years ago. The Gravis Game Pad for my 486 with the old school game-port connector. It used to have a little joystick that would screw into the D-Pad, but I lost that a long time ago.

The PC this was my big jump from the world of the Commodore 64, and I purchased the computer with my very own money; big deal I thought when I was 16.

But, all things must come to an end, and I ended up throwing the controller out last week to help with my clutter-clear-up project.