#206 – Super Mario Bros 2 (NES)
Why people hate Mario Bros 2, I still haven’t got a clue. Sure it isn’t anything like the classic Super Mario Bros but can’t people embrace change? It’s not like the change was bad. You can select 4 characters each with their own strengths, weakness and moves. The levels provided way more of a challenge than Super Mario Bros could ever dream of. The boss battles were also unique and needed different strategies, not to mention the graphics were really pretty for an old system like the Nintendo. I commend Nintendo for trying something totally new with their famous mushroom eating Italian plumber and I enjoyed it quite a lot.
#205 – Onimusha 3: Demon Siege (PS2)
I’m a huge fan of hack and slash games and the Onimusha series were one of the best on the PS2. Many people complain about the time travel aspect and the entry of Jean Reno as a character in the 3rd installment. I however loved playing as Jacques (Jean Reno) as much as I love playing as the great Samanosuke. Critical Hits (Issen) remains my favorite aspect of the game and this game gives you the opportunity to slay massive hordes of enemies within seconds. However like most Capcom series, Onimusha was also turning stale and needed change. I personally wouldn’t have forgiven a ‘clone’ 4th entry because then another Capcom series would have gone the ‘Mega Man’ way.
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