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Fuck, that's what it meant? I've been playing Metroid games for 20 years and this is the first time I've read what Varia meant lol
Being Italian I always tought about what the word "varia" meant in Italian (some fast links ONE and TWO), you know, 'cause it makes you survive various environments lol
So this project was a final assignment for my grade 11 university math course. The whole thing took me about two and a half weeks to make. The project was created using an application called desmos, a free browser based graphing system. It consists of approximately 465 functions all divided into several sections; the cannon, right arm, head, left arm, neck chest and back, stomach, right leg, left leg, and codpiece, (each was completed in the order listed). The above image compares the original sketch to my final result which used the sketch as a guideline. If you have any other questions do not hesitate to ask
TL;DR, it's made in a program called desmos, took about 2 and a half weeks. Consists of approximately 465 functions
Edit: link to project: https://www.desmos.com/calculator/476yhunqsy
Before you use it with the Wii U, make sure you buy this.
It'll clean the disc up and add some certain configurations so it runs perfectly on the Wii U. I repeat, buy that, then use it- and then worry about controllers
It's still only available to rent on Amazon, youtube, etc from IFC.
But I uploaded the opening scene to youtube which even the critics that didn't like the film, said they liked haha, the rest of the film is a post-apocalypse head for the hills movie which I thought was fun
It's in the thread above and the link below:
http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/04/15/sakamoto-and-the-future-of-metroid
There's no mention of retiring the series, and even retired series (like G&W and Ice Climber) appears in Super Smash Bros.
I believe the title is a reference to a quote supposedly said by this guy, a Russian astronaut and the first human to ever enter space. Not that it makes the title any better. Personally I'm not a fan of it either, but I thought it'd be useful to provide some context.
Otherwise, yeah the game absolutely looks promising. Can't wait to see what happens with it.
Here's a good height comparison image
And the article it came from
https://kotaku.com/and-the-real-height-difference-between-samus-and-little-1526767469
One of the Chozo statues contains an Eye, which will scan you like this. Normally you can't ever see it, because the Eyes disappear once you gain Missiles. Hacking / glitching / Game Genieing / etc. can let you reach it before having those power ups.
Hey guys! we ran a campaign for this shirt a little over a year ago. Thought we'd bring it back if people were interested.
So FYI:
We're a partner with Nintendo of America and the PR dept they use in Canada (we're based in Toronto).
Didn't get a shirt? Teespring handles the shipping, but please PM me your order number so I can help!
The shirts ship internationally from the US (rates vary)
You can get the video here: https://files.catbox.moe/pxw8zp.mp4
You'll need an app to get it going, I use this one: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.naing.vwallpaper&hl=en_US&gl=US
I made this for my old af Pixel 2 XL so your mileage may vary.
Did anyone else get a prompt from Amazon to preorder? I got an alert from Amazon yesterday, and according to Amazon, it's Dec. 29, 2018. I'm guessing that's just a default date, though, not anything official. Here's the preorder page: https://www.amazon.com/Metroid-Prime-4-Nintendo-Switch/dp/B072JYMLT3.
Hey guys, we're relaunching both of our old Metroid band tees for a week long campaign. Shirt 1 /Shirt 2. You can look back in our post history for some feedback on the shirts if you haven't heard of us before. Hope you like them!
So FYI:
We're a partner with Nintendo of America and the PR dept they use in Canada (we're based in Toronto).
Didn't get a shirt? Teespring handles the shipping, but please PM me your order number so I can help!
The shirts ship internationally from the US (rates vary)
I made these wallpapers using the high-resolution artwork posted by Nintendo of America on Twitter. Enjoy.
Source(s): * Made with Affinity Photo.
Metroid ® is property of Nintendo® (All rights reserved).
©1986-2021 Nintendo®
This image was made for private use, and I have no affiliation with Nintendo® or any of it's subsidiaries.
I, too, thought most GBA carts post-2002 never used save batteries. Guess I was wrong.
Here's a pic of the insides of my Metroid Fusion and Metroid: Zero Mission carts. I got Metroid Fusion from a friend back in middle school, and Zero Mission from a Gamestop in New York. Unless that Gamestop took a pirated copy of the game back, it seems that Zero Mission carts use a save battery, though Fusion ones do not. The "stain" on the upper-right of the Zero Mission cart is due to a Gamestop sticker previously being over it, so there's still some residue on it.
On a plus note, I have owned the Zero Mission cart for over seven years, and have never had a defect once. I even managed to use a GBA Save backup program on it (DS flashcart needed), which normally doesn't work with pirated copies of the game. If my game is a pirated one, guess I'll have to search for a legitimate one!
One thing I find odd is that out of all the pirated GBA games I have seen online, none of them are sophisticated enough to have the Copyright imprint on the circuit board of the cart.
Edit: Looked around more, in a topic I replied to back on GameFAQs, it turns out that someone confirms that the Zero Mission carts indeed have a save battery in them, whereas the Fusion games do not.
There is also this one: https://www.moddb.com/mods/sprams-metroid-doom
This one isn't just a gameplay mod. It comes with a big metroidvania styled map! I wish dreadnought would have something like that but bigger, not just one map. (even if it's a fairly large map)
+/u/Orpheus_Lotus
To play Super Metroid on PC, you will need:
- An emulator
- A rom file of the game
I cannot help you on the second. I'm fairly sure that some mod or admin will bring a banhammer down if I spread illegal files such as that.
But I can totally help if you need an emulator. SNES9x is a very fine emulator that I would recommend.
A new challenger approaches?
And you really can get past the Re-Generator room? This is really strange.
Edit: I found something ...
http://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/516709-metroid-fusion/56714761
> When you get the final mission, if it's your first time with that file, all the sectors are locked. However, once you beat the final boss, you can reload the file and all the sectors are unlocked again (with a bonus of it telling you how many tanks there are left - press SELECT to toggle between totals for the whole game and for the area you're in).
I'm still using ESRGAN, but I've switched from using only the Manga109 model to using a mixture of Manga109 and the Outcast model.
Both models have different strengths, so I'm choosing between the two (and different blends of both) on a per-texture basis. Generally, I've found Outcast to be much better for metal textures with sharp, straight edges and corners, while Manga109 is better for curvy organic shapes.
That particular manga has been posted here as well: https://mangadex.org/manga/24291/metroid-samus-and-joey
I’m also really fond of the Echoes manga adaption. But I haven’t seen that one anywhere besides Metroid Database. Hopefully they get that section back up soon.
Metroid V: Rebirth is a downloadable Quest for a program called Zelda Classic. It of course plays very much like Zelda, but I quickly forgot that when I got into it. The creator even included a fully-illustrated, in-depth strategy guide. I highly recommend it.
This is for use with Wallpaper Engine. It's a program that allows for videos to be used as your desktop with a plethora of options. It's just a video file paired with a configuration file.
THANKS! :D
I have a 2018 iPad Pro with a Gen 1 Apple Pencil so I'm using Pixaki on it. Wonderful app, the creators have done a stellar job with it, very akin to Procreate but strictly for pixelart. I'm really glad I got the iPad Pro because it's so nice to be able to draw on the go!
If you're using a desktop tablet or mouse I hear Aseprite is fantastic too.
Best of luck friend!
It's a huge file, speaking strictly in pixel size. The map is full-resolution and contains all locations of powerups. The map itself I have found is best viewed with a lightweight image viewing program. I'm using InfranView
The only place I could figure to host it since the file is nearly 20MB large is an online drive, so it's on my OneDrive right now, which this link should share to. It might not be showing when you click on the link and you very well may need to simply download it from the drive.
Hope you guys enjoy! I loved Rick's maps but I couldn't find ALL of them together in one map, so I made one.
Cheers
The settings I use for ease-of-navigation in InfranView are:
1. View -> Show Fullscreen Options
2. Make sure that "Show Images/movies with the Original Size" is selected (Radio buttons at top)
3. Make sure that "Use Right Mouse Button for Scrolling (If Image Larger Than Screen)" is selected
4. Click OK
5. Press ENTER
6. Zoom with +/- keys.
7. Navigate with Arrows for quick jumps and right mouse held for more fine movement.
Audacity is great for converting OGG to whichever format you prefer! Just add the tracks to a session of Audacity, and then choose 'Export Multiple' under the 'File' dropdown.
I did the same. Because I'm impatient, I went crazy in CS6 to make some custom Samus Returns themes for my 3DS. Great minds think alike and what not. I am mildly curios, what software did you use? I used WinHTTTrack myself.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_best-selling_Nintendo_GameCube_video_games
http://www.listal.com/list/bestselling-gamecube-games
There is admittedly some disparity between the two, but if either of them reflect reality closely, then Prime sits comfortably in 7th place.
Not a system seller, like you said, but the only real titles that would have fit the bill for the notoriously low-selling GameCube were MKDD and Melee.
Nice. I started messing around with alcohol markers a while back, threw together an outline on my iPad and used it as a light box to transfer to some nice paper (since I love colorin’ but can’t draw for shit. Ok with digital though)
I picked up These cheapos off Amazon. 100 colors (decent selection too) for under $50. Way cheaper, nice quality, and suitable enough for my novice ass.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.chibinet.android.energytank
And there are great Metroid wallpapers (I got one of Samus at her ship in SM) on Zedge https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.zedge.androidl
I can also recommend LifeMeter as an alternative. Has more customization and also features Zelda-themed Healthbars.
This game can be emulated by any PC built in the past 20 years, essentially.
I was emulating it before it came out in USA during classes in school on their old ass lab PC's.
I got excited, thinking that "Desolation" could be it, and that I just had the name wrong. Unfortunately, that's not it. The reason I could tell it's not what I'm looking for it that the graphics are clearly from Super Metroid (at least they're altered SM sprites/tilesets).
I'm getting more and more frustrated. I know what I remember, and I know it has to be out there somewhere, but I feel that people are going to start thinking I'm a lunatic.
Screw it, I'm going to start looking through Flash games to try and find it. I'm that desperate.
Edit: Ignoring the 1st person perspective, it looked more like this than like this. It was a full game, but the graphics were sub-par. That's how I'll instantly know it when I see it, because I know what all the graphics look like, but I can't draw it or describe it.
I think it's just a reprint. That being said, I keep looking at the two and the one with Samus on the art seems to be a different hue.
Amazon has it for sale!
And thank you
I found the answer to my problem:
http://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/516709-metroid-fusion/56714761
> When you get the final mission, if it's your first time with that file, all the sectors are locked. However, once you beat the final boss, you can reload the file and all the sectors are unlocked again (with a bonus of it telling you how many tanks there are left - press SELECT to toggle between totals for the whole game and for the area you're in).
Download the save file (and copy to your system memory by using an SD Card) for Prime Trilogy made by Lancet Jades over at GameFAQS. Awesome fan who went through the trouble of making a clean slate for all three files, but each of them have the required 15 Green Credits to 100% the game before WiiConnect24 sputtered out.
Hey no prob, just happy to help! The 2020 calendar is still in stock on Amazon right now, for $12. No listing notification needed on that. The 2021 one is currently OOS, however, and I'm not sure if or when it'll be back.
How much did that sealed copy of Zero Mission run you? Are you planning to get the other Figmas, at some point?
A seller on Amazon made this ad into a medal sign, got one, it’s only $13 if anyone is interested Shvieiart Wall Decor Sign - Predator Metroid Fusion Poster - 8X12 Inch Vintage Look Metal Sign,Bar, Man CAVE Art Decoration https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DTFKT74/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7WG6QD983T54GMZZBXP0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Some people have had issues with the site taking their money and sending them nothing. That might be more the fault of the people hosting the shop site than the spambots'.
Or maybe the "GearLaunch" service (which these spambots use to host their shop sites) was designed poorly specifically to allow spambots to sell their merch.
1st picture is original, 2nd is upscaled.
Upscaling Website:
Here's the google drive folder of the upscaled artwork:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OInnCXwsZqfdoYtEfUdRI6KfUc45nWlG?usp=sharing
It's the EU version of the Samus Returns Special Edition except 100 times better. I don't know if it's NTSC, probably not. I think 3DS are region-locked, but the extras alone you'd probably still find cool. https://www.amazon.com/Metroid-Samus-Returns-Legacy/dp/B07339W2V7
I bought this 3rd party controller specifically to play Dread on. All the same features as the Nintendo pro controller, but also has turbo and is half the price. 0 issues so far and battery life is great.
Here's his Omega Ridley sounds from Prime 3. I've also included his death sound effect from Prime 1, since it's stored separately from the regular sound effects (for some reason it's with the music files).
No problem! These are the frames I ordered off of Amazon.
Golden State Art, 12x18 inch Poster Frame Black 2 Pack, Horizontal and Vertical Wall Display, with Plexiglass (12x18, Set of 2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VP66PWD/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_a_2J1DH5N7AGV69VM2W158
I had cramping problems with my 2DSXL so I got one of these one of these grips to make it more mangable. I assume there's a similar product for your version of 3DS
https://www.amazon.com/Elgato-Zero-Lag-Passthrough-Ultra-Low-1GC109901004/dp/B01DRWCOGA?th=1
This is the capture card I use for Switch
I record using free software called OBS
You can. There are saves with no progress aside from the credits obtained, and other saves with everything obtained. Save the file as data.bin in SD:\private\wii\title\R3ME (or R3MP for the EU version), then copy/move the save from your SD card to your Wii.
Nah man. This is a game called Metroid: Planets. It vastly improves upon the original and adds many new features as well. Here's a link to the Discord where you can get it: Discord Invite.
Mario manga English release in December 2020. Original Japanese publication was from 1988 to 1998.
Should be noted that the English release is not a complete release but is more of a "greatest hits" collection from the 10 year Japanese run.
I think the best way to get it to work is to emulate a Xbox 360/one controller. For any non-ps3/ps4 controllers, best bet would be x360ce.
Quick guide for x360ce:
If this worked, when you start the game you should hear the USB connected chime.
Sadly, if you couldn't get pasted step 4 or 5, I guess x360ce doesn't recognise your controller :(
One day left to get your shirt! We're 2 away from our goal.
You can check out the last post for some feedback on the shirts.
So FYI:
We're a partner with Nintendo of America and the PR dept they use in Canada (we're based in Toronto).
Didn't get a shirt? Teespring handles the shipping, but please PM me your order number so I can help!
The shirts ship internationally from the US (rates vary)
> If you just got a Wii U, I highly recommend you get yourself a copy of Metroid Prime Trilogy. Now THAT is worth playing a lot.
I second this. Nintendo needs to give it the Master Chief Collection treatment!
I think the program is named GB Studio (it's this: https://www.gbstudio.dev/ ); but I imagine how hard must be, and judging by the quality of your fan games you took your time and it shows, at least to me they are really good games.
Looking forward to see more from you (games and cosplays)
I used this website called letsenhance.io, it's pretty easy. You just pop an image in and it does the work in a couple minutes converting your image for 4k. It's not free tho, I'm using the free trial right now.
This pictures were enhanced by an AI upscale image online software, the site I used is: https://letsenhance.io/
It didn't ocurr to me to specify that when I create the post, I'm really sorry, but still, here is Zero Mission: https://www.reddit.com/r/Metroid/comments/o2pymv/metroid\_zero\_mission\_ending\_screensgallery\_ai/?utm\_source=share&utm\_medium=web2x&context=3
I was inspired by u/senseofphysics edit posted here a few days ago to make a purple Ridley edit of the Super Metroid cover for my collection. I think the edit was a great idea and I like the work you did on your edit. I used a larger version of the retail box art and did a lot of healing work on the scan of it, I also wanted to give some constructive criticism;
While the edit is solid and achieves it's goal, I noticed that some of the color bleeds into areas on the subject that it technically shouldn't. I also noticed that some of the shading turned white-ish, I don't know exactly how you made yours, but it looks like you made a selection and made a curves adjustment layer. Might I propose a different method?
When I need to recolor something I usually start by isolating my subject(s) and making clone layers from the selections. Then I refine those layers, how can vary but I usually use the pen tool then erase outside of the refinement. Using my selection layer, I make a new blank layer inside of a group and apply the selection as a mask to that group. Then I fill the empty layer in that group with the desired color. The most important part is the blend mode though, for this edit I used Hue
. This can vary depending on several factors and Color
or Overlay
may yield similar or better results.
Source(s): * The original image is from The Cover Project. * Made with Affinity Photo.
Metroid ® is property of Nintendo® (All rights reserved).
©1986-2021 Nintendo®
This image was made for private use, and I have no affiliation with Nintendo® or any of it's subsidiaries.
After many years, I have finally been able to recreate one of my most favored emblems from gaming. I have always wanted to make this and after many years in digital art and design I have finally culminated all of the things I know so far to tackle this project. Pictured is the recreation, various steps of the process, a 4K render, and an alternate version I made. Some minor creative liberties were taken, but I kept this mostly faithful to the render by Retro Studios.
Shoutout to Ray3D from Team MPR for helping with the steel texture.
Source(s): * The logo is a hand-made recreation of Samus' emblem using vectors. * Made with Affinity Photo.
Metroid ® is property of Nintendo® (All rights reserved).
©1986-2021 Nintendo®
This image was made for private use, and I have no affiliation with Nintendo® or any of it's subsidiaries.
Joining the IRC channel? You need an IRC client like mIRC or HexChat(which is free). With mIRC you can go to file->select server->add. The server is irc.speedrunslive.com and the port can be 6667.
Once it's connected you can use /nick <name> to pick a username and /join #supermetroid to join the super metroid channel. You can also do /list to see a list of available channels.
You can also check out speedrunslive.com for info about the community.
PictureFrameFactoryOutlet Collage Frames | Displays 5 (5x7) Photos with a White Mat Board | 9x31 Black Matte, 1.25" Wood Moulding https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AJH29KM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_1JK94D1A3P0X8QNVETFG?psc=1
Haven’t cracked mine open yet but based on the above info I’m thinking this will work man. Planning to do the same
Nah, I just bought them on Amazon. $30 for the set, I'm pretty happy with them: here's the link to the set I bought
In case folks are curious - the riser used is made by Combination of Life. I use the 12 x 8.5. Link:
https://www.amazon.com/Combination-Life-Acrylic-Display-6-25-Inch/dp/B014PXHS98
The photo frames are 5x7 acrylic magnetic frames, made by TWING. Link to a 5pk:
https://www.amazon.com/TWING-Premium-Acrylic-Photo-Frame/dp/B01BBEKYMC
The frames aren't cheap, but they are 12mm thick, hold together perfectly, and stand up very well on their own...and they look awesome IMO.
Off US Amazon.
Fair warning, the frames are plastic. The big ones come with a plastic flexible clear part in front instead of actual glass. Also the corner of the glass was chipped in at least 2 of the 10 5x7 frames so quality control isn't great, but the frames look nice and were the cheapest I could get them for. Got 12 frames for 50 bucks.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06ZXZ3G6S
Sort of pricey but they are very nice quality and are packaged extremely nice and are glass. These posters will be in them forever.
Well it's a GameCube controller-shaped Switch controller. So it has the extra buttons added.
PowerA Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite - Gamecube Style Silver https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07GXKV8Z6/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_V03QWS73250ZCRWEGQZE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
It worked just about perfectly, the only thing that was perhaps annoying was that Y is fire and on the GC controller Y is the top button, it felt a little unintuitive at first.
That said, it might have worked out for the best because although A might have been nice to use as Fire, having the big A button be the flash shift makes it very accessible and that's an ability that you want to be able to reach very quickly in a number of tight spots.
Almost all third-party controllers with bluetooth will connect to your phone, and you can even use a PS4 or Xbox controller.
There are some really nice bluetooth ones that allow your phone to turn into a switch-like device.
Like this
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09155BTFX/
Or like this
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CVT47BC/
These are neat because they also allow you to map touchscreen presses, so you can play touchscreen mobile games by simulating with a button what your fingers should press on the screen.
That's funny, because I play my pc game on the go with my phone using this https://www.amazon.com/Razer-Kishi-Controller-Android-Passthrough-Thumbsticks/dp/B086X8DHN2
I use a Pixel 3a XL, which mean 1080p 60fps OLED screen. It's basically a Switch with much more comfortable controls than, well, the switch, higher resolution and a slightly smaller screen (6" iirc).
That's the only one I've been seeing since last night. The only thing I briefly saw in stock was Walmart CA that had preorder highlighted twice for me but wouldn't allow me to add to cart.
For anyone still wanting a copy... you can supposedly pre-order from Amazon UK.
Think you can get it shipped to the US, but it's going to be quite more than you would spend on a US version of the game.
here! you will still have to wait for stock to open up, but it seems a lot easier than whatever the hell is going on here in the US. There is a $30 shipping fee though, so it depends on how much you’re willing to spend!
The listing I found is here on Amazon.jp. I purchased mine around 2:00pm EST, and other people who have had luck with this told me it usually goes in stock during the morning (for the US). I selected the option for special edition + amiibo, and there was 2 in stock. The second stock didn’t get bought for a few minutes, so you have a bit of headroom. I’d reccomend putting your information into Amazon.jp first though, because adding an international address can be a bit clunky. Mine is gonna ship between the 11th and 14th, so you may have to wait unless you’ve preordered the game some other way. Good luck!
Yes there are! A Controller called the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, has almost everything a Joycon has, and it has a 40 hour Battery life! Is rechargeable by USB-C. Has a gyrosensor, NFC-Reader, and the Joy-Cons best feature HD-Rumble.
It is also extremely comfortable. It is my second favorite controller of all time, next to the Gamecube controller. It costs 60-70 dollars currently I believe. But you can get it at a discount on Black Friday.
But the Switch has many third party licensed controllers. The one I am talking about was created by Nintendo themselves and is supported by 99% of all games.
I even advice you to play dread with!
There are also special editions of it. Looking cosmetically better, but they release rarely. I personally have the Splatoon Variant since 2017. And still no problems with it.
Here’s an amazon link to the standard editon, it costs 64 dollars https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Pro-Controller/dp/B01NAWKYZ0
Never mind there is another listing! Here you go! https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B097BMG1NS/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?crid=2O1M0RJGVOAHL&dchild=1&keywords=metroid%2Bamiibo&qid=1632849963&sprefix=metroid%2B&sr=8-8&th=1&psc=1
PowerA Slim Case for Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch Lite
PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch
Controller: PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller for Nintendo Switch - Metroid Dread, Nintendo Switch Lite, Nintendo Switch OLED Model, Gamepad, game controller, officially licensed - Nintendo Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09C7DTYLB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_EFY5B8P4E9WWQXME0ZGF?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Slim Case: PowerA Slim Case for Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch Lite - Metroid Dread, Nintendo Switch OLED Model, protective case, gaming case, console case, officially licensed - Nintendo Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09C7H2SN3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_EY8W5CHY6W7V6AV5QQB8?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Are you ordering for someone else, or getting it for yourself? If your getting it for yourself then order direct from Nintendo's e-shop. If your ordering for someone else, then Amazon seems like a good choice (though I've never ordered a digital code through Amazon, so while it'll definitely work, I'm not sure what the activation process is like).
They're both (unfortunately) the same price no matter which one you order
I'm in love with this metroid shirt that I bought recently, did a lot of searching and that was the coolest piece of merch I found so that's probably my top recommendation
They're on Amazon.
You can get the 2020 version from Amazon, has the last months of 2019 and art from each metroid game for next year: https://www.amazon.com/Metroid-2020-Wall-Calendar-Nintendo/dp/1419736701/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=metroid+2020+wall+calendar&qid=1569969359&sprefix=metroid+2020+&sr=8-1
If you are comfortable, you can use your phone and emulate it.
Recently, Nintendo Switch Pro Controllers became fully compatible with the Android OS.
Check out the MyBoy app on the Play Store. Finding a ROM of Fusion shouldn't be too difficult, but that's not something we can share on Reddit.
There is an actual CD release of the Fusion Soundtrack from Japan. It was a 2 CD soundtrack with Metroid Prime.
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I got it from a dude on Facebook last year for $5
I don't know what prices you're seeing on ebay, and I don't suggest spending this much on it... but this is one Amazon right now.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071K9NFC8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_uNUvFb024VFWS
Edit: they have a used version for 50. That will probably be your best bet. I bought new for 40, so all things considered thats not bad (for nintendo)
Has anyone else seen that Metroid prime 4 is available for preorder on amazon?
There is no release date noted. And the product is 100% non refundable. And non returnable.
I ordered this a while back but it just came in today, 100% the coolest Metroid thing I own. For those who don't know what this is, back in the 80s the company Futabasha made game books for various Famicom titles. They were like choose your own adventure books mixed with elements from tabletop games from what I can tell. This specific book seems to have been published in December 1986, which was only four months after Metroid's Famicom release.
Due to Metroid being such a new franchise and an 8-bit game with vague designs, there are some pretty cool takes on characters from Metroid in this book. The space pirates are humans for instance and another example would be the design of the main antagonist, Metroid = Mutant. The most noticeable design is for Samus herself though. She has armor reminiscent of the anime of the time, as well as a sword. ~~In an alternate universe, this is the main design for Samus and she's another anime swordsman in smash.~~
This book has actually been translated and turned into a browser game for those of you who want to play it. It's called Twinetroid on Metroid Database. You can play it here if you're interested.
There are also a couple copies still available on Amazon for those of you who are interested in owning one, though I can't say they're cheap: Amazon
Why not try this one, it is on amazon US, it also shows up in germany, but it is unavailable, I used it in my zero mission copy and it works fine. So you may have to check amazon sites for by you, just google amazon and country name. https://www.amazon.com/Super-Nintendo-Genesis-Master-System-Advance/dp/B00ES2C7MK
There's a pretty nice 8-Bit Icon pack that may work well for this:
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Have you considered using one of these for some extra buttons? Not sure how it would work with switch, or other consoles, but pc would work well. https://www.amazon.ca/Lemo-1640835-Control-Keyboard-Action/dp/B00B3PV47O/ref=pd_cp_147_2?pd_rd_w=RbXXR&pf_rd_p=64a84aa4-b549-4445-9bf3-48bdeed5f24a&pf_rd_r=P9D7Q968PR2WW6TGGFSE&pd_rd_r=426e2661-59b4-4dd4-94df-9c1c36612baa&pd_rd_wg=OGxaw&pd_rd_i=B00B3PV47O&psc=1&refRID=P9D7Q968PR2WW6TGGFSE
I'd actually strongly suggest ordering a usb sensor bar/wiimote adapter and using an actual wiimote/nunchuk. It's the way the game was designed to be played, and it really does play best that way. They're not too expensive, about 20 bucks on amazon, and IMO they're totally worth it.
If you already have a Wii Remote + Nunchuck, you could buy Mayflash's DolphinBar as well. Makes it very easy to connect your Wii Remotes to your PC, especially if your bluetooth adapter isn't compatible with Dolphin.
DolphinBar is the peripheral you want to buy. It pairs the controller via Bluetooth and allows the motion controls. It makes the Dolphin emulator play even better than the actual Wii in some cases.
As others said, either a wash or a pen. A wash will look best, but then you have to clean up the excess. If you use an acrylic wash, then a soapy q-tip would do it. If you use an enamel wash, you'll need thinner to remove the excess.
Or, a Gunpla marker like this: https://www.amazon.com/Gundam-Gm01-Black-Fine-Value/dp/B00GRKPNUE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1530277258&sr=8-1&keywords=panel+lining+marker Not as good, but will work on the lines. The underside of the arm cannon however is where a wash would shine and bring it all out.
Edit: here's a great example of what panel lining can do to bring details out. https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H1vctz4tzwU/Tw1gnqNOx1I/AAAAAAAAAEw/A02y8NmVDR8/s1600/head+part.jpg
Intel Core i5-7300HQ 2.5 GHz w/ Turbo Boost up to 3.5 GHz, 1 TB Hybrid HDD, 8GB DDR4 Memory, NVIDIA GTX 1050 4GB Graphics
https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-Gaming-15-6-Inch-Screen/dp/B071JPYP1Z
Check out this one from 8bitdo. It's more expensive than OP's, but it's amazing just like their other products.
Interesting in the index
(index) - Complete Walkthrough: Traverse the Metroid-infested planet SR388 using the most effective strategies, with tips and tricks straight from Metroid experts!
All Collectible Items: We show you how to get every weapon, ability upgrade, and power-up.
Detailed Maps: Our maps are distinctly illustrated to help you navigate every area and find every secret.
Exhaustive Enemy Database: We cover the behavior patterns and weaknesses of every foe in the game. Never be caught off guard!
Unlockables: Unlock all endings, bonus content, and more!
Free Mobile-Friendly eGuide: Includes a code to access the eGuide, a web-access version of the complete guide optimized for a second-screen experience
Well, I'm a statue and figure kind of guy, so if you're at all interested in those I'll post the links. They are on the pricey end of things, certainly, but as far as collectibles go I really dig them. Here's the Figma/Max Factory Z.S.S. Figure and the Good Smile Z.S.S. Statue. I posted the lowest prices I could find (I didn't go to eBay, personal preference), but you can search further yourself if you're interested. There's also the Z.S.S. Amiibo if you don't have it already, of course.