No More Heroes (MY SPLEEN!)

Moynahand · 02-07-2008, 08:42 PM

I don't see anyone talking about this game, which is a real shame because it's pretty awesome.

Basically, you kill people with a lightsaber. The gameplay is fairly simplistic, but it's a lot of fun and somehow manages not to get old. It has the most perfect balance of button pressing and wiimote movements I've seen. You do all the basic attacks with A and B buttons and use the wiimote for finishing blows and wrestling.

The graphics are highly stylized to make up for their otherwise somewhat low quality. Personally, I think it looks great. Plus, there's ridiculous amounts of blood, sometimes so much that it actually blocks your vision (Don't worry, it's not that big of a deal).

As far as the story goes, it's mostly a spoof on videogame trends. You have to kill the top 10 assassins and become number 1. All the other assassins are ridiculously over the top, typically being some sort of cliche. The story eventually becomes really crazy, especially the ending (I'll say no more).

If you're looking for a good action game for the Wii, or just something to do while waiting for Super Smash Bros. Brawl, this is it.

Regulus Tera · 02-07-2008, 09:02 PM

I bought it, but I haven't been able to play it. Stupid college being so far away from my Wii.

(Personally, I would have preferred STRAWBERRY TO THE SHORTCAKE! as the title for this thread.)

h4x.m4g3 · 02-08-2008, 12:07 AM

I'm currently the rank #4 assassin, I'd be number one but I have to find those last 7 damn Lorikov Balls (is that a reference I don't get?)

I'm in love with the game, the style and sound compliment Travis perfectly. The only problem I have with the game is the mission and total play timers keep going while paused.

ThunderousWrath · 02-08-2008, 04:45 AM

I've got a buddy who raves about how awesome it is -- make that two buddies -- but I haven't tried it myself. This is due at least in part to my Wii gathering dust in my video games storage thingie...

Regulus Tera · 02-08-2008, 04:46 AM

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Originally Posted by ThunderousWrath

I've got a buddy who raves about how awesome it is -- make that two buddies -- but I haven't tried it myself. This is due at least in part to my Wii gathering dust in my video games storage thingie...

No More Heroes is the perfect excuse to undust it. I just tried it tonight and it was STRAWBERRY TO THE SHORTCAKE MOTHERFUCKER.

phil_ · 02-08-2008, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by h4x.m4g3

I have to find those last 7 damn Lorikov Balls

(spoilered because you might prefer a challenge) Did you buy the ground-stabber-dragon-radar beam katana attachment? Because if you did, they show up on your map. You can even find them all at once using the pause screen map. They're darker red dots. I didn't know you needed them to proceed, though, probably because I got them all before the #5 fight.

Also, isn't it STRAWBERRY ON THE SHORTCAKE? That's what ye ol' instruction book says.

P-Sleazy · 02-08-2008, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by h4x.m4g3

I'm currently the rank #4 assassin, I'd be number one but I have to find those last 7 damn Lorikov Balls (is that a reference I don't get?)

I'm in love with the game, the style and sound compliment Travis perfectly. The only problem I have with the game is the mission and total play timers keep going while paused.

Can't you pause the timers using the home button?

Also, I haven't bought the game yet, but it is on my to-buy list...as soon as I can find a used copy.

Regulus Tera · 02-08-2008, 03:24 PM

I stand corrected, but that doesn't diminish the awesomeness of that quote.

Raiden · 02-08-2008, 03:34 PM

The game is one giant massive parody. And I won't say what actually happens in the ending, but it's basically Suda making fun of himself for how he ended his older games.

But a seriously great game over all. And the Rank 5 match, Letz Shake? So fucking hard. That shit just wasn't fair. I went online and looked up a walkthrough, since I must have died, like, 10 times on him alone. I mean, how did they really expect people to beat that massive weapon on your own, with only one health item?

h4x.m4g3 · 02-09-2008, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by phil_

I didn't know you needed them to proceed, though, probably because I got them all before the #5 fight.

You don't but I'm addicted to them, and I didn't realize they show up on the big map

02-07-2008, 08:42 PM	#1
Moynahand Evil Nerd Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Latveria Posts: 215	No More Heroes (MY SPLEEN!) I don't see anyone talking about this game, which is a real shame because it's pretty awesome. Basically, you kill people with a lightsaber. The gameplay is fairly simplistic, but it's a lot of fun and somehow manages not to get old. It has the most perfect balance of button pressing and wiimote movements I've seen. You do all the basic attacks with A and B buttons and use the wiimote for finishing blows and wrestling. The graphics are highly stylized to make up for their otherwise somewhat low quality. Personally, I think it looks great. Plus, there's ridiculous amounts of blood, sometimes so much that it actually blocks your vision (Don't worry, it's not that big of a deal). As far as the story goes, it's mostly a spoof on videogame trends. You have to kill the top 10 assassins and become number 1. All the other assassins are ridiculously over the top, typically being some sort of cliche. The story eventually becomes really crazy, especially the ending (I'll say no more). If you're looking for a good action game for the Wii, or just something to do while waiting for Super Smash Bros. Brawl, this is it. __________________ Ph'nglui mglw'nafh Cthulhu R'lyeh wgah'nagl fhtagn.

02-08-2008, 03:34 PM	#9
Raiden Just a passing through veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: On your couch. Yes? Posts: 5,327	The game is one giant massive parody. And I won't say what actually happens in the ending, but it's basically Suda making fun of himself for how he ended his older games. But a seriously great game over all. And the Rank 5 match, Letz Shake? So fucking hard. That shit just wasn't fair. I went online and looked up a walkthrough, since I must have died, like, 10 times on him alone. I mean, how did they really expect people to beat that massive weapon on your own, with only one health item? __________________ I have a signature. It's a really cool one, too. It's so awesome, you'd pull your eyes out and punch your mother. Sadly, these rules state that my signature is just too darned big. Too much awesome for such a small space. Oh well. You can still punch your mother...if you want... Fifth and Krylo made me do it. http://www.animecubed.com/billy/user...sigs/60266.jpg Be the Ultimate Ninja! Play Billy Vs. SNAKEMAN today!

02-07-2008, 09:02 PM	#2
Regulus Tera lol i dont even know Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 7,271	I bought it, but I haven't been able to play it. Stupid college being so far away from my Wii. (Personally, I would have preferred STRAWBERRY TO THE SHORTCAKE! as the title for this thread.)

02-08-2008, 12:07 AM	#3
h4x.m4g3 Lakitu Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 2,152	I'm currently the rank #4 assassin, I'd be number one but I have to find those last 7 damn Lorikov Balls (is that a reference I don't get?) I'm in love with the game, the style and sound compliment Travis perfectly. The only problem I have with the game is the mission and total play timers keep going while paused.

02-08-2008, 04:45 AM	#4
ThunderousWrath I'm a dude. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Wisconsin. Yeah. Posts: 336	I've got a buddy who raves about how awesome it is -- make that two buddies -- but I haven't tried it myself. This is due at least in part to my Wii gathering dust in my video games storage thingie... __________________ I lost a limb in a fight, but don't worry babe, I'll be cool. The ultimate power of a god is now my secret tool.

02-08-2008, 03:24 PM	#8
Regulus Tera lol i dont even know Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 7,271	I stand corrected, but that doesn't diminish the awesomeness of that quote.