Finally got a hold of it.
It was good listening but, I didn't find myself frantically going back to listening to it. Though I do have sort of a man-crush on this guy's voice. Thanks for the suggestion!
By the Waters of Babylon is one of my favorite short stories. As for more post-apocalypse books, "Canticle for Leibowitz" is really the only one that stands out to me. I think it came out in the 50's, though.
Only joking. I'm not like that. I was just mocking children about 'taking this outside' or whatever.
Still I stand by my Starcraft comments, it was an extremely important game and pretty much vital to the Strategy game as we know it.
I don't want to demand anything but I'm rather interested, without recommendations I wouldn't have ever discovered The Beatles, David Bowie, hell, even Queen :(. If you would Luke my tastes are in "My Favorite Rock Artists And Their Best Songs and Albums: Ranked (completely redone)", in my profile.
I'm sure it wasn't completely innovative (basically just a suped-up version of Warcraft II), but, let's face it: there wouldn't be online gaming if it weren't for Starcraft. I'm not radical or anything, believe me, I'm just saying. In fact, I'm thoroughly enjoying this list as it progresses.
Great list, extremely informative. I can't say I agree with practically any of your ratings for these games, but its the differences that make us all interesting now isn't it.
A few recommendations to get a "feel" of the genres you said are a little murky for you:
Simulation Games- Sim City, Sim City 2000, the Sims. For less-conventional Sims (which are more like History-Sims, mized with an arseload of Strategy), check out anything by Paradox Interactive (I recommend Europa Universalis 2 and Hearts of Iron 2, though).
Sports Games- The original Madden, as well as the Looney Toons Basketball pretty much grew me up. I'd also recommend the first Blitz, NFL 2k2 (unlicensed); as well as College Hoops 2k6 and NCAA Football 2006, both are great finds.
Adventure Games- I'd definitely check out the Playstation Resident Evils, to get a feel of the "early" adventure games (though, not early at all compared to Spacewar!). The Nintendo 64 was basically an adventure game explosion, with titles like Glover, Banjo Kazooie, and Super Mario 64. Let's not forget the Spyro and Crash Bandicoot series. For this category, I'd aim "kiddy" (and, of course, ANYTHING that has to do with Zelda and Mario).
Roleplaying Games- These I can't really help you with. Diablo and Diablo II are two amazing games and basically sum the genre up, however, for lighter experiences there's Neverwinter Nights, Knights of the Old Republic, and Jade Empire for you to check out.
Rythym Games- Look no further than HarMonix's FreQuency and its much better sequel, Amplitude. Parappa the Rappa, the recent Guitar Hero and the Playstation's Dance Dance Revolution are other recommended games for the genre.
Again the games I recommend above will just help you get a feel of the genre, most of which were pretty important to how its respective area developed. And what's with the 6.0 for Starcraft!?
No offense but I don't see why everyone's bowing down to Land of the Dead. The movie did absolutely nothing to me. I love Romero's stuff (minus Day), but really didn't find anything special about this one whatsoever. I was disappointed, really.
Great list, really original. It leaves plenty of room for expansion. I recommend favorite weather, favorite TV slot, etc. If you felt especially creative I'm sure there could be a 'Least Favorite Everything'.
And Steinbeck has always been to depressing for my tastes.
South Park is good alot of the time, but it really gets annoying when they try and make a political satire out of things. I remember the good old days, with succubi, lesbian teachers, Skuzzlebutt (sp?), and Barbera Streisand.
I am absolutely Dying to see Children of Men. How was it? Glad to see it at #1.
Personally, I think this list is too lenient. Is 7 average? I wouldn't know.
Also, towards the modern seasons, South Park degenerates into solid crap, so, enjoy it while it lasts.
Finally got a hold of it.
It was good listening but, I didn't find myself frantically going back to listening to it. Though I do have sort of a man-crush on this guy's voice. Thanks for the suggestion!
By the Waters of Babylon is one of my favorite short stories. As for more post-apocalypse books, "Canticle for Leibowitz" is really the only one that stands out to me. I think it came out in the 50's, though.
I'm just surprised Space Oddity isn't up there. That song got me into David Bowie and that genre of music in general.
Only joking. I'm not like that. I was just mocking children about 'taking this outside' or whatever.
Still I stand by my Starcraft comments, it was an extremely important game and pretty much vital to the Strategy game as we know it.
Pavement I've heard of, but I haven't actually heard any of their stuff. I'll definitely check them out, thanks,
I will fight you.
(XD.)
I don't want to demand anything but I'm rather interested, without recommendations I wouldn't have ever discovered The Beatles, David Bowie, hell, even Queen :(. If you would Luke my tastes are in "My Favorite Rock Artists And Their Best Songs and Albums: Ranked (completely redone)", in my profile.
I'm sure it wasn't completely innovative (basically just a suped-up version of Warcraft II), but, let's face it: there wouldn't be online gaming if it weren't for Starcraft. I'm not radical or anything, believe me, I'm just saying. In fact, I'm thoroughly enjoying this list as it progresses.
Great list, extremely informative. I can't say I agree with practically any of your ratings for these games, but its the differences that make us all interesting now isn't it.
A few recommendations to get a "feel" of the genres you said are a little murky for you:
Simulation Games- Sim City, Sim City 2000, the Sims. For less-conventional Sims (which are more like History-Sims, mized with an arseload of Strategy), check out anything by Paradox Interactive (I recommend Europa Universalis 2 and Hearts of Iron 2, though).
Sports Games- The original Madden, as well as the Looney Toons Basketball pretty much grew me up. I'd also recommend the first Blitz, NFL 2k2 (unlicensed); as well as College Hoops 2k6 and NCAA Football 2006, both are great finds.
Adventure Games- I'd definitely check out the Playstation Resident Evils, to get a feel of the "early" adventure games (though, not early at all compared to Spacewar!). The Nintendo 64 was basically an adventure game explosion, with titles like Glover, Banjo Kazooie, and Super Mario 64. Let's not forget the Spyro and Crash Bandicoot series. For this category, I'd aim "kiddy" (and, of course, ANYTHING that has to do with Zelda and Mario).
Roleplaying Games- These I can't really help you with. Diablo and Diablo II are two amazing games and basically sum the genre up, however, for lighter experiences there's Neverwinter Nights, Knights of the Old Republic, and Jade Empire for you to check out.
Rythym Games- Look no further than HarMonix's FreQuency and its much better sequel, Amplitude. Parappa the Rappa, the recent Guitar Hero and the Playstation's Dance Dance Revolution are other recommended games for the genre.
Again the games I recommend above will just help you get a feel of the genre, most of which were pretty important to how its respective area developed. And what's with the 6.0 for Starcraft!?
Please, do. :D
No offense but I don't see why everyone's bowing down to Land of the Dead. The movie did absolutely nothing to me. I love Romero's stuff (minus Day), but really didn't find anything special about this one whatsoever. I was disappointed, really.
Great list, really original. It leaves plenty of room for expansion. I recommend favorite weather, favorite TV slot, etc. If you felt especially creative I'm sure there could be a 'Least Favorite Everything'.
And Steinbeck has always been to depressing for my tastes.
South Park is good alot of the time, but it really gets annoying when they try and make a political satire out of things. I remember the good old days, with succubi, lesbian teachers, Skuzzlebutt (sp?), and Barbera Streisand.