Comments off · June 2, 2008 at 5:40 am · Online Tools
Why do it in Photo Shop or Paint Shop Pro when you can do it Online for free? Here are the best (and not so best) of the Online photo or graphic editing tools I could find these days in no specific order.
Online Photo Tool - great interface, not confusing at all and tons of tools!
Splashup - all the image editing bells and whistles, including layers!
Picnik - more aimed at making it “fun”, plus they offer a paid for service too!
Personally, I wish there were a few more like RoundPic that didn’t do everything fairly well, but instead did one thing really well. Know of anymore resources worthy of being on the list? Drop in a comment and leave your thoughts!
Since I got my Nintendo DS I really haven’t given my PlayStation Portable much attention. Poor PSP - I am deeply sorry. Now that I am “in between” games - I figured I might go out and see what playable demos are out there to kill some time before I decide on the next game and game system I’m going to tackle.
Thankfully the folks behind PSPFanboy.com have put together a running list of demos to check out and enjoy. Now I just have to find the time to download the interesting ones and actually play them.
I finally got my new toy in the mail yesterday. What is that toy? A Nintendo DS Lite! Now that I own a Nintendo DS Lite and a PlayStation Portable I think I am pretty ready to do a side by side comparison.
Good Things About Nintendo DS Lite
1. Original and Different Way of Playing Games.
2. Bright Screen - I Would Say Even Brighter Than the PSP.
3. All Your Favorite Old School Titles Will Be or Are There.
Good Things About the PlayStation Portable
1. It Can Act as a Portable Media Machine as Well with Photos, Music and Videos.
2. More Functionality With Homebrew and Custom Firmwares.
3. A Different Game Libary - Good Games There Too.
Which is better? As you can see both have their good points, so I would have to say it has to do with what you want from your portable gaming experience. If you want fun and different I would pick a Nintendo DS Lite. If you want a media manager and good looking games - go with the PlayStation Portable.
Comments off · October 10, 2006 at 11:13 pm · Personal
I recently had the chance to pick up Ultimate Ghosts ‘n Goblins for the PlayStation Portable last weekend, and I have been having fun ever since. The game gives me back that feeling of my childhood, sitting in front of the living room TV, playing on my old Super Nintendo.
This game matches the old things that always worked with a few new tricks that make the experience even better. The old side scrolling adventure is one that can not be beat. No matter what else the gaming world invents, nothing can beat that. As far as new things that have come into the game, I really like the new 3D backgrounds and updated graphics. It makes the experience all that much better.
Game play is as solid as always. The only problem I could find is in the difficulty. Even on the “easy” setting, it is still pretty challenging. That is OK with me though, because I am not much of a fan of games I can beat in a day and a half.
Overall, I would say if you have a PSP, then this is one game you can’t afford to pass on. It is fun, addicting and very challenging. These are the types of games the PSP should have been putting out since day one.
Comments off · September 23, 2006 at 9:37 am · Personal
It has been a really long time since I first played Ghosts N Goblins on my old Super Nintendo. Hearing that a new version came out for the PlayStation Portable, I am more than a little excited.
E3, LOS ANGELES ¾ May 10, 2006 — The beloved armored Arthur, with his renowned boxers in tow, charges onto the portable gaming scene as Capcom® today presented Ultimate Ghosts ‘n Goblins™ , an exciting side-scrolling action adventure game for the PSP™ (PlayStation ® Portable) system. Created by members of the original Ghost ‘n Goblins team, the long awaited fourth installment to the favored franchise sees the triumphant return of valiant knight, Sir Arthur, as he must save the princess from the clutches of evil. Specifically recreated from the ground up, witness the evolution of the series with the inclusion of exciting upgrades and new gameplay features, all the while retaining the legendary qualities reminiscent to the property. Ultimate Ghosts ‘n Goblins is scheduled for release throughout North America in Q3 2006.
In Ultimate Ghosts ‘n Goblins, Arthur’s heroic battle with the underworld was finally over and the entrance to the realm was sealed. So he thought. Time passes and unknowing to mankind, the dark lord has awaken from his slumber and kidnaps the princess in an effort to conquer the human world. Arthur must set off for the evil forest, the gateway to the underworld, to save the princess from imminent doom and keep the devil as well as his minions at bay. The excitement and intensity of the forerunner continues as our armored hero takes on this new challenge for the sake of humanity.
With the use of a 3D graphics engine , the Ultimate Ghosts ‘n Goblins world comes alive as effects, cutscenes, backgrounds and animations are given more depth and richer detail. Retaining the classic design of the series, several new facets have been created including a broader range of motion and control techniques. Now our hero has the capability to dash, double-jump, shoot up or down in a vertical fashion, grab onto ledges, etc. A new leveling system allows gamers to build up Arthur’s skills for more powerful magic abilities and attacks. With the addition of extra lives, death doesn’t mean starting from a check point but rematerializing where they left off. Also new to the series is the inclusion of three difficulty modes that will suit every experience level: Novice, Standard and Ultimate. With the introduction of these all-new settings, a wide range of players can now fully enjoy Arthur’s daring and unique world.
No longer just a linear experience, Ultimate Ghosts ‘n Goblins has plenty of branching sub-missions that will encourage players to explore their surroundings for a more open-ended experience. Gamers can save their progress along the way and revisit cleared stages at anytime to expose unexplored paths, concealed items or weapons to help conquer the challenges that lie ahead.
Ultimate Ghosts ‘n Goblins boasts the following features:
New features and upgrades for the series –
New 3-D characters and environments enrich the side-scrolling adventure!
New weapons, magic and armor help Arthur overcome difficult challenges
New and improved moves for the heroic Sir Arthur:
Double-jump in mid-air, grab onto ledges and much more
New save feature allows gamers to revisit cleared stages at anytime
New level-up system for more powerful abilities and attacks
New difficulty settings that provide their own unique challenges for every gamer:
Novice – An easier mode for those not familiar with the series
Standard – The default setting for those wanting a challenge
Ultimate – A setting reminiscent of past Ghosts ‘n Goblin titles
Extra lives mean starting where players left off and not at check points
Expansive environments – Five main stages, each with multiple sub-missions, hidden paths and bosses to conquer
Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment. Founded in 1983, the company has created world renowned franchises including Resident Evil, Street Fighter, Mega Man, Breath of Fire, Devil May Cry and the Onimusha series. Headquartered in Osaka , Japan , the company maintains operations in the U.S. , United Kingdom , Germany , Tokyo and Hong Kong . More information about Capcom and its products can be found on the company’s web site at www.capcom.com.
Comments off · September 4, 2006 at 5:04 pm · Web Hosting
Here is how the “simple” view on HostingHoopla.com looks on the PlayStation Portable. Just click the picture to get a bigger view! I remember a few weeks ago I was on a forum thread talking about making a Web hosting resource for the PSP. I didn’t think about it till now how good the “simple” view would look on Sony’s handheld till now.
Since I got my Nintendo DS I really haven’t given my PlayStation Portable much attention. Poor PSP - I am deeply sorry. Now that I am “in between” games - I figured I might go out and see what playable demos are out there to kill some time before I decide on the next game and game system I’m going to tackle.
It has been a really long time since I first played Ghosts N Goblins on my old Super Nintendo. Hearing that a new version came out for the PlayStation Portable, I am more than a little excited.
