My NES

[matacoz]

So I think I will probably get a NES this year for Christmas. I told my mom to get Super Mario Bros. (because everyone with a NES has that game) I might also as for Donkey Kong Jr. and Mario Bros. But what other games should I ask for? :o

[Tupin]

Super Mario Bros. 2 and 3
Any of the Megamans
Castlevania 1 or 3
Popeye
Ms. Pac-Man
StarTropics 1 or 2
Pinball
Gun Nac
Pretty much anything made by Capcom

Those are just some of my favorites.

[bb_hood]

Despite what some people will tell you, castlevania 2 is an excellent game. It has way better music that castlevania 1 or 3.
Definitly check out Star Tropics, Ninja Gaiden 2, kirby's adventure, super dodge ball, kid icarus, dragon warrior 3, 1943, Duck Tales, Shatterhand, Double Dragon, Metroid, Paperboy.. the list goes on.

[Draven]

I agree with Tupin on Capcom (Bionic Commando, a few Disney games, etc) and Castlevania. Get Contras, Double Dragons, Ninja Gaidens, Tetris, TMNTs. I'd try to find Donkey Kong Classics instead (you get 2 games in 1, although it's a little more rare). Konami made some great games, as well. If you get Super Mario 3 you don't need to get Mario Bros right away (it's included as a mini game in 2p mode, if you have a friend). Not quite like the original, but ok to pass the time.

[thom_m]

Metroid, TMNT 3, Bucky O'Hare (is that easy to find?), Contra, Duck Tales, Adventure Island 3, Twin Bee, Rockin' Kats...

[Draven]

Oh, and try to find a top-loader. You'll save ALOT of time trying to get a game to work as opposed to the old toaster-style.

[matacoz]

Thank you for the replies! I'm going to try and choose between some of these. I can only ask for a few games for Christmas.

And I doubt it's a top loader, because my mom already bought it ( I think ) and I forgot to tell her that. Hopefully its in good condition and everything will work find. I'll just have to find out! @_@

[XYXZYZ]

1. What kind of games do you like?

2. Why the hell has no one mentioned Legend of Zelda?

Some of the must-own games for the NES are

CONTRA!
Legend of Zelda
Super Mario Bros. 2
Metroid
The Goonies 2 (REALLY fun Konami game)
Megaman 2
Bionic Commando
Blaster Master

[Gentlegamer]

Did matacoz time travel from 1990 to ask us this question?

[TheRealist50]

I'd like to add Maniac Mansion to the "must have" games list. My favorite game on the NES.

[matacoz]

1. What kind of games do you like?

2. Why the hell has no one mentioned Legend of Zelda?

Some of the must-own games for the NES are

CONTRA!
Legend of Zelda
Super Mario Bros. 2
Metroid
The Goonies 2 (REALLY fun Konami game)
Megaman 2
Bionic Commando
Blaster Master

1. Almost any game! As long as it's not "Barbie Adventure Island!" xD

2.I don't know, and what about Kirby's Adventure!



Did matacoz time travel from 1990 to ask us this question?

Sorta, I'll explain later, their isn't much time, we have to get John Conner!

[Draven]

1. Almost any game! As long as it's not "Barbie Adventure Island!" xD

2.I don't know, and what about Kirby's Adventure!




Sorta, I'll explain later, their isn't much time, we have to get John Conner!

HILARIOUS! (I've got Kirby coming in the mail...should arrive today or tomorrow. Never played it before, can't wait to get it!)

[matacoz]

HILARIOUS! (I've got Kirby coming in the mail...should arrive today or tomorrow. Never played it before, can't wait to get it!)

I played it once at a friend's house, it is one of the best games I have ever played. Where did you buy your copy from?

[Draven]

Got it off ebay. Cost me right at $5.00.

[Hitman Tyler]

Metal Gear, it's amazing game. It's the game that started The Metal Gear Solid Series!
:) :)

I would list more games put people already said them

[StakeRaiser]

Guardian Legend

[Sonicwolf]

If nothing else get Super Mario Bros. 3. Thats one game that will never, EVER let you down. Exciting, amazing graphics and sound (for the Nintendo Entertainment System) and great replay value. Takes a long time to beat and is even more fun with 2 people.

[DigitalSpace]

Let's see what I can think of that hasn't been mentioned yet (or much, at least):

R.C. Pro-AM
Crystalis
Chip 'N Dale Rescue Rangers
Adventures of Lolo
Zanac
Pin Bot
StarTropics
Ice Climber
Life Force

[skaar]

Did matacoz time travel from 1990 to ask us this question?

Hell, 1988.

Better not be some little emo kid with an Atari shirt who's never played a 2600, that's all I say.

(Also, Maniac Mansion NES has some rad beats. Shadowgate too)

[Kevincal]

My favorite NES games =

Super Mario Bros.
Super Mario Bros. 2
Super Mario Bros. 3
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Arcade Game
Pinball
Duck Hunt
Ice Hockey
Bases Loaded II
Excitebike
Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!!
Target: Renegade
Tetris
DuckTales

[thom_m]

Chip 'N Dale Rescue Rangers

Seconded. Awesome game!

[matacoz]

Once again, thanks to all of you who recommended some games. Will have to keep some of these in mind next time I go to the store. (Probably some time after Christmas)

P.S. I am not an emo kid, and I have played an Atari 2600... haha

[old_skoolin_jim]

Uninvited, Shadowgate, and Deja Vu are all pretty solid adventure games.
Uninvited may be tougher to find, but it's worth it if you're a fan of point-and-click adventure games.
I don't think anybody else has mentioned BoulderDash either, it's an addictive little action/puzzler and is worth checking out (and I second recommending the Lolo series and Bucky O'Hare as well.)
Also, a bunch more "B" games: Batman (only the first one... it's probably my favorite movie-game), Bubble Bobble, and The Blue Marlin.
Good luck building your collection! :D

[tom]

You gotta go for two Rare titles:
Snake Rattle n Roll (really good)
Taboo: the sixth sense (really bad)

[skaar]

I feel warm fuzzies that someone is still excited about getting a NES for christmas in 2008.

[Draven]

You gotta go for two Rare titles:
Snake Rattle n Roll (really good)
Taboo: the sixth sense (really bad)

Correction: Taboo is really, really, really bad. I just picked it up this weekend since it was the only NES game released with a warning (kind of a nice conversation starter). The 8-bit nudity almost made it worth the $3.00 spent.:bareass:

[Bloodreign]

Bubble Bobble
Mega Man 1-6 (I don't care if folks bash 4-6, they are still pretty solid)
Vice Project Doom
R.C. Pro Am
Goonies II
Gradius
Life Force

Heck the NES was stacked with good games, some crap titles as well, but folks here will tell you what's truly awful and what is good.

[matacoz]

I just hope Snake Rattle n Roll isn't like an 8-bit Rick Roll. haha

[RASK1904]

Castlevania 3 (all are good 3's just better)
Rygar
Dragon Warior 1-4
Mike Tyson's Punch-Out
Metroid
Ninja Gaiden 1-3
Pro Wrestling
Duck Tales 1 and 2
Ther are alot of very playable games for the NES. Just look up a couple top 10 top 100 ect. lists. Do some research find what you like. Reviews. Youtube ect. Good luck!
Thanx RASK1904:rockets:

[Tron 2.0]

Shadow of the Ninja
Shatterhand
Contra
Super C
Blades of Steel
Double Dribble
Duck Tales
MegaMan 1-6
Jackal
Batman
Blaster Master
Journey to Silius
River City Ransom
Mike Tyson Punchout
Tecmo World Wrestling

Just to name a few ;)