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After a lot of thinking I have decided to get a GAMECUBE and with a bit of luck I will have it before this weekend :) However before I decide to jump in and make the purchase I need some help. Please would you try to answer the questions below and explain to me about each one, thanks!
1. I have a 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround sound system which currently is home to my Xbox but I need information on the GameCube's sound qualitys. I know that it doesn't support Dolby Digital but I am aware that it does support PRO LOGIC and PRO LOGIC 2. However, does anyone know what I will need to purchase to get that up and running? Do I just need an advanced scart cable with OPTICAL INPUT or do I need something else to connect it to my 5.1 AMP? (It supports DTS, PRO LOGIC, PRO LOGIC 2 as well)
2. I am planning to get Residnet Evil with it but as of yet that is all I am planning. I have heard about Eternal Darkness and Rougue Leader etc but what other game in that genre will cater for my gameing needs? I like FPS game, Action/Adventure and Shooting games. Any game listed with a bit of information would be appraciated.
3. What up and coming games should I be looking out for (besides Metroid Prime and Legend of Zelda)?
4. I like the Xbox controller and I was wondering if there were any 3rd Party controllers that were like it?
5. Is DIE HARD VENDETTA any good as I am a HUGE Die Hard fan and the review I have read haven't impressed me, but what do you think?
Any additional information would be greatfull appreciated as I am unaware of the Capabilities as of yet!
Thanks
1. I have a 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround sound system which currently is home to my Xbox but I need information on the GameCube's sound qualitys. I know that it doesn't support Dolby Digital but I am aware that it does support PRO LOGIC and PRO LOGIC 2. However, does anyone know what I will need to purchase to get that up and running? Do I just need an advanced scart cable with OPTICAL INPUT or do I need something else to connect it to my 5.1 AMP? (It supports DTS, PRO LOGIC, PRO LOGIC 2 as well)
2. I am planning to get Residnet Evil with it but as of yet that is all I am planning. I have heard about Eternal Darkness and Rougue Leader etc but what other game in that genre will cater for my gameing needs? I like FPS game, Action/Adventure and Shooting games. Any game listed with a bit of information would be appraciated.
3. What up and coming games should I be looking out for (besides Metroid Prime and Legend of Zelda)?
4. I like the Xbox controller and I was wondering if there were any 3rd Party controllers that were like it?
5. Is DIE HARD VENDETTA any good as I am a HUGE Die Hard fan and the review I have read haven't impressed me, but what do you think?
Any additional information would be greatfull appreciated as I am unaware of the Capabilities as of yet!
Thanks
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Cheers Mav! I have found out quite a bit since posting that but there were a few games on there (Starfox Mcloud, correct me if I am wrong but I used to own the original for the snez, is this the space shooter game with classic boss battles?) that I am going to look into now. I have sent off for my Phono connections today so I will have them by Tuesday hopefully :)
Goldeneye, Perfect Dark, MOHAA, Project IGI, Turok/2, Operation Flashpoint, Serious Sam, Half-Life, NOLF 2 the list goes on.
ÂLŠ†ÂÎR wrote:
> Whats the single player like on Super Smash Brothers? Does it last
> long on single player or is it mainly a multi-player game? Thanks :)
It's good fun. There's three main modes of play, with tonnes of extras such as multi-man melees, sandbag challenges, target tests and the like and loads to unlock too. It'll keep you playing for a while.
> Whats the single player like on Super Smash Brothers? Does it last
> long on single player or is it mainly a multi-player game? Thanks :)
It's good fun. There's three main modes of play, with tonnes of extras such as multi-man melees, sandbag challenges, target tests and the like and loads to unlock too. It'll keep you playing for a while.
maddmun wrote:
> I have never actually played an FPS with a good single player mode.
Two words:
Deus. Ex.
> I have never actually played an FPS with a good single player mode.
Two words:
Deus. Ex.
ÂLŠ†ÂÎR wrote:
> 2. I am planning to get Residnet Evil with it but as of yet that is
> all I am planning. I have heard about Eternal Darkness and Rougue
> Leader etc but what other game in that genre will cater for my gameing
> needs? I like FPS game, Action/Adventure and Shooting games. Any game
> listed with a bit of information would be appraciated.
Well, here are the exclusives:
Star Wars Rogue Leader: Rogue Squadron 2.
Critically acclaimed, fantastic graphics with addictive and speedy gameplay, this is a must for Star Wars fans and haters alike.
Super Smash Bros. Melee.
Nintendo’s unique twist on the beat ‘em up genre sees their all-star line up going into battle against each other, in a brilliantly faced paced game for the ‘Cube.
Resident Evil.
This atmospheric and terrifying action game involves solving puzzles, using tactics and of course, fighting zombies. Not for the younger player.
Eternal Darkness: Sanity’s Requiem.
The survival horror genre continues with Nintendo’s own twist. Take the role of Alexandra Rovias and battle against all kinds of horrors to stay sane.
Die Hard: Vendetta.
With a story so alive that you’ll begin to know the characters personally, and such quick and fun gameplay, this exclusive GameCube FPS performs brilliantly.
Star Fox Adventures: Dinosaur Planet.
This joint gaming project between Nintendo and Rare takes the playability of Zelda games and turns it into a highly enjoyable and massive GameCube adventure.
Those are the ones already out.
> 3. What up and coming games should I be looking out for (besides
> Metroid Prime and Legend of Zelda)?
StarFox Armada
This futuristic space shooter from NAMCO sees Fox McCloud battling it out once again from the cockpit of his speedy and highly armoured Arwing.
Animal Crossing
Nintendo’s own reality gaming series compliments others in the genre (Harvest Moon) while adding new things too – making for a highly addictive and fun experience.
Killer 7
Viewtiful Joe
Dead Phoenix
Product Number 03
Harvest Moon: A Wonderful Life
And then there a loads more class exclusives that I can't be bothered to write about :).
> 4. I like the Xbox controller and I was wondering if there were any
> 3rd Party controllers that were like it?
I don't think so, but I'm fairly sure there's a peripheral that lets you use an X-Box controller on the GameCube. You'll get used to the official one, anyway.
> 5. Is DIE HARD VENDETTA any good as I am a HUGE Die Hard fan and the
> review I have read haven't impressed me, but what do you think?
It's a good game, and comes highly recommended from various GameCube magazines. It's apparently let down by the lack of multiplayer and vague objectives but apart from that a top shooter.
> Any additional information would be greatfull appreciated as I am
> unaware of the Capabilities as of yet!
I wrote a topic a while back, called 'Thinking Of Buying A GameCube?'. It's got some useful info in it. I'll try and find it if you want.
> 2. I am planning to get Residnet Evil with it but as of yet that is
> all I am planning. I have heard about Eternal Darkness and Rougue
> Leader etc but what other game in that genre will cater for my gameing
> needs? I like FPS game, Action/Adventure and Shooting games. Any game
> listed with a bit of information would be appraciated.
Well, here are the exclusives:
Star Wars Rogue Leader: Rogue Squadron 2.
Critically acclaimed, fantastic graphics with addictive and speedy gameplay, this is a must for Star Wars fans and haters alike.
Super Smash Bros. Melee.
Nintendo’s unique twist on the beat ‘em up genre sees their all-star line up going into battle against each other, in a brilliantly faced paced game for the ‘Cube.
Resident Evil.
This atmospheric and terrifying action game involves solving puzzles, using tactics and of course, fighting zombies. Not for the younger player.
Eternal Darkness: Sanity’s Requiem.
The survival horror genre continues with Nintendo’s own twist. Take the role of Alexandra Rovias and battle against all kinds of horrors to stay sane.
Die Hard: Vendetta.
With a story so alive that you’ll begin to know the characters personally, and such quick and fun gameplay, this exclusive GameCube FPS performs brilliantly.
Star Fox Adventures: Dinosaur Planet.
This joint gaming project between Nintendo and Rare takes the playability of Zelda games and turns it into a highly enjoyable and massive GameCube adventure.
Those are the ones already out.
> 3. What up and coming games should I be looking out for (besides
> Metroid Prime and Legend of Zelda)?
StarFox Armada
This futuristic space shooter from NAMCO sees Fox McCloud battling it out once again from the cockpit of his speedy and highly armoured Arwing.
Animal Crossing
Nintendo’s own reality gaming series compliments others in the genre (Harvest Moon) while adding new things too – making for a highly addictive and fun experience.
Killer 7
Viewtiful Joe
Dead Phoenix
Product Number 03
Harvest Moon: A Wonderful Life
And then there a loads more class exclusives that I can't be bothered to write about :).
> 4. I like the Xbox controller and I was wondering if there were any
> 3rd Party controllers that were like it?
I don't think so, but I'm fairly sure there's a peripheral that lets you use an X-Box controller on the GameCube. You'll get used to the official one, anyway.
> 5. Is DIE HARD VENDETTA any good as I am a HUGE Die Hard fan and the
> review I have read haven't impressed me, but what do you think?
It's a good game, and comes highly recommended from various GameCube magazines. It's apparently let down by the lack of multiplayer and vague objectives but apart from that a top shooter.
> Any additional information would be greatfull appreciated as I am
> unaware of the Capabilities as of yet!
I wrote a topic a while back, called 'Thinking Of Buying A GameCube?'. It's got some useful info in it. I'll try and find it if you want.
Ah.. I have just found some Phono to Analog sockets for 99p each on Maplin.co.uk, Strafex do you think these will be OK?
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If I buy two of them and then fit them into my Analog sockets I can then connect my Scart up to that and with my system supporting Pro Logic (not sure about Pro Logic 2 as of yet but at least I have Pro Logic) I should be able to connect the two wires from the scart (left and right) up to my AMP leaving the yellow video one in the back of the scart which is in the back of my TV. I resume Yamaha decided to make my AMP like they have so that you can buy optional phono to jack connections for additional equipment like the GameCube. Your input would be appreciated, thanks mate!
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If I buy two of them and then fit them into my Analog sockets I can then connect my Scart up to that and with my system supporting Pro Logic (not sure about Pro Logic 2 as of yet but at least I have Pro Logic) I should be able to connect the two wires from the scart (left and right) up to my AMP leaving the yellow video one in the back of the scart which is in the back of my TV. I resume Yamaha decided to make my AMP like they have so that you can buy optional phono to jack connections for additional equipment like the GameCube. Your input would be appreciated, thanks mate!
ÂLŠ†ÂÎR wrote:
> For the Advanced RGB scart will I need to by the connecting wires or
> are the attatched to the Scart?
I'm not sure, I've only got the standard one.
>I have 1 Right and 1 left Analog
> scoket spare on the back of my AMP along with a coaxial socket, are
> these any good?
I think they're the same ones I was talking about, just not colour coded. ;-)
>Will thhe wires fit into this or will I need a Dual
> Phono to Coaxial socket? Is Pro Logic Digital or Analog? If it is
> Digital then the Phono to coaxial looks like the best option.
Pro Logic is analogue. That's why 5.1 is better, being digital.
That should answer your questions. :-)
> For the Advanced RGB scart will I need to by the connecting wires or
> are the attatched to the Scart?
I'm not sure, I've only got the standard one.
>I have 1 Right and 1 left Analog
> scoket spare on the back of my AMP along with a coaxial socket, are
> these any good?
I think they're the same ones I was talking about, just not colour coded. ;-)
>Will thhe wires fit into this or will I need a Dual
> Phono to Coaxial socket? Is Pro Logic Digital or Analog? If it is
> Digital then the Phono to coaxial looks like the best option.
Pro Logic is analogue. That's why 5.1 is better, being digital.
That should answer your questions. :-)
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For the Advanced RGB scart will I need to by the connecting wires or are the attatched to the Scart? I have 1 Right and 1 left Analog scoket spare on the back of my AMP along with a coaxial socket, are these any good? Will thhe wires fit into this or will I need a Dual Phono to Coaxial socket? Is Pro Logic Digital or Analog? If it is Digital then the Phono to coaxial looks like the best option. My AMP doesn't have a socket so I am going to have to make do with this, any ideas Strafex? Cheers!
Cheers Strafex I am going to get the advanced Scart cable and although my System supports both Pro Logic and Pro Logic 2 it doesn't have the Red and White connections :( I am going to look into this further and see what the guy from Cube-Europe says! I am going into town tomorrow to get my GameCube (no games as of yet but I am going to have a look around).
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