BowserBasher

I unlocked Mirror Mode yesterday. I have to say, I didn't find S-Ranking the Super Excite tracks that hard. I had a few that took me more than 10 attempts, but then I just focused on doing enough stunts to earn the points, and I managed them all that way. Now onto Mirror mode. One of the thing I wish this game had was a true Time Trial mode.

I realised I've posted a few vids, but not given any thoughts on the game, well here are a few. I love it. I never read any reviews for this, and I wanted it from the time I got my Wii. This is easily my favourite pick up and play game on the Wii so far, but it also stands up to longer play time, (up to a few hours at a time). So far I have completed Excite mode with all S-ranks, and S-ranks in bronze on Super Excite. I have completed Super Excite mode (non S-rank). I have obtained all the paint jobs on all the trucks, and as such got a nice surprise. I pulled off a lovely 2520 spin earlier, (I know it has been done before me though) (video coming soon.) I am not disappointed one bit in this purchase. Here it is, my own . This contains the surprise I mentioned earlier.

I have also uploaded this video of a rather funny/cool trick/stunt. 36 seconds in, watch what happens when I land, or rather watch what I land on.

I've uploaded my video of the 2160 spin onto youtube. It's just processing but I'll post the link here now. I know it's poor quality, but all I have to record is a digital camera that has a video option.

I too have just managed this outstanding feat. Though I did it on a different level. When playing Super Excite mode, on platinum cup, Mexico, I found a spot to get you a 1800 and I even managed to put an extra half spin in, but try as I might I just couldn't get that 6th spin. So today, I picked a truck that had a full Air bar and had another go. WooHoo, a few tries and I pulled it off. I have a video of it that I will upload tomorrow, I was hoping to be the first, but congrats to nando for getting it too. I love this game, it's great for 15 minutes plays as well as having that one more race factor that can keep you going for hours if you want to.

Yes, I love what I have seen of this game, and want it. Please let it happen.

Nope, I have updated and my Wii still runs fine.

OK, I was just going by the little icons that appear on the game boxes. Since they are there on Monkey Ball and not on Zelda, I just assumed.

Cool vid, but shouldn't people be doing this with a game that actually supports 480p. A game like TP has not been designed for 480p, so I don't think it's going to show that much difference. Now, if you showed the difference when running a game that does support 480p (Monkey Ball for example) then you may see a vast difference. Just my opinion.

I have one more "tip". If you are running your Wii in 60Hz (480i) then put your Wii in 50 Hz (576i) whilst playing. This makes the game run slower, thus giving you more time, so to speak. I have been running my Wii in 50Hz due to a offset picture when changing to 60Hz, I sorted that out (by simply changing settings, then unplugging my Scart cable and plugging it back in) and played Monkey Ball again. Holy Cow. It's like it's been plugged into a super charger. It's so much faster, it actually makes the game a little harder just with it in 60Hz. so if you are still having trouble just alter you Wii settings while you play the game.

I was stuck on this level for ages too. I tried many different methods, but the one that I did it with was the slow and steady approach. Stick to the left of the platforms and scoot across them as soon as it becomes horizontal. As the next one is slightly off than the last, you should be able to just run across them. Stop on a static ground and repeat on the next lot. Small jumps may also help if you get in a pickle. Stick to it and you should manage to do it.

My sentiments exactly. I've been going through clearing each world without continuing, I got to him with about 5 lives, yet he still managed to annihilate me. The worst was one were I delivered the final blow, but got knocked off at the same time. It of coarse counted as a fall out. Boy was I angry.

I have just cought up reading the comics, and I just had to post just to say bravo! I have had such fun reading these. Keep up the great work.

Gameplay have sent out my RGB cable. Woohoo. Their site says that any orderes placed now could take up to 14 days, but component cables may be shipped within a week if anyone still needs them.

Another Linksys WRT54G user here. No trouble setting it up. My Wii is not connected 24/7.

Gameplay seem to have updated their product descriptions for the RGB cable and Component cables with this short bit of text: Please note this item will be in extremely short supply, we cannot guarantee orders will be despatched for day one delivery. So it looks like there may still be a few getting to Europe. They still have the release set as the 8th.

Oh please do not let the RGB cables be delayed as well. I remember having to use the composite cables for a while on my GC, and it was atrocious! I can be without Component cables for a bit, but I need my RGB cables.

I suspect it's going to be like the DS. In that the name you give you DS is the one that shows up in online games. If that is the case, I will call mine BowserBasher. My Mii will be my real name.

I saw that ad on the 19th whilst watching Sci-Fi. Maybe it's just not been shown that much more, as I have seen the other one more than this one.

I saw my first Wii ads on TV last night. Whilst on Sci-Fi from 8pm onwards, I saw about 5 in the space of two hours. (9pm-11pm) Nice and simple, I can't wait for the next wave of ads.

I have been using RGB cables, on my 17" LCD widescreen TV, all through the life of the GC, and have never felt disappointed. I have ordered the RGB cables for the Wii too (from Gameplay). Just wondering though, Should I have gone with Component? or will the RGB cables suffice?

I've been thinking there is something more to that girl. That seems like a good a point as any.

I will be picking up: 1 Wii Console A copy of Zelda (who isn't) A copy of Monkey Ball Got a RGB cable ordered from Gameplay too.

I got one of those Game Wii info letter/card things too. Nice idea about the gift card, just wish it was given out sooner though, would have given you a bit more time to save a few extra pennies on to the card. I'm not bothered though, I think I have my funds sorted out, and will be buying my Wii, with Zelda and Monkey Ball on the 8th. No midnight launch in my area though. Gotta wait till 9am.

I have my copy sitting here and they have given Red Steel 90% I will not read the Zelda stuff though.