After asking ol' Fizzlebottom (who leaves comments here now and then under the name Kaze) how much the copy of Banana was going for, he replied that it was "around $30" and then rather preciently added, "Would you like me to snag it for you if it's still there tomorrow?"
Because I'm a firm believer that you can't own too many copies of this charming, Famicom-based puzzler, I told Fizzlebottom/Kaze something along the lines of, "Yes, please--if it includes the game's instruction manual and if the whole package is, indeed, $30 or less." (OK, so my actual response was closer to "YES!!!!!")
So, how does this tale end? With me obtaining a complete-in-box copy of Victor Interactive's Banana (which does include its manual, thank you very much) for just $14.99. And, I have to say, what a gorgeous box it is--even if it does show a bit of wear and tear.
I especially like the adorable illustrations that appear on the box's flaps (see the pair of photos below for evidence).
Although I've already thanked Fizzlebottom/Kaze a number times for thinking of me while waltzing through Pink Gorilla's PAX Prime booth, I'm going to do so again here because, well, I think he deserves as much praise as I can heap upon him at the moment.
Thank you, Kaze!
See also: 'Additional proof that I have awesome readers,' 'Additional proof that Kimimi (of Kimimi's Blog) is an awesome chick' and 'Additional proof that Darwin Yamamoto is a pretty awesome dude'
13 comments:
I agree, warp :) Really, you can't own too many copies of such an adorable game, right? Right?!? :P
What an awesome guy! That's pretty stinking amazing of him!
It is, isn't it? I have to say, I find it hilarious that his first thought upon seeing the game was me. I guess my love of the game really came through in my last post about it :)
This looks cute!
I don't know that game but it looks like I would love it.
P.S. sorry for leaving comments on very old posts but when I see a post about a game I really like I just HAVE to leave a comment.
Shame on me...
Check out my last post about this game, Melody -- one of the links in it leads to a YouTube video of the game. It's pretty old and even a bit ugly, but very charming. It's also tough, which I really appreciate :)
Oh, and please don't be sorry for leaving comments. I don't mind responding to them at all. So, comment away! :)
Yeah I already watched some videos and I don't think it's ugly!
It's just old and kinda cute.
But I don't have a Famicom ^^
not even a NES so I have to be happy with watching videos and never trying it :(
I don't think it's ugly either, Melody, but I'm sure some folks do or will -- and that's OK! BTW, one thing that really *makes* this game for me is how the protagonist's steps add to the music :)
As for not owning a Famicom or NES: Why, then, play it on an emulator! Unless you're against doing such things?
Good morning! (09:00 AM in Germany)
I'm not entirely against using emulators.
But in most cases I really want to hold the game in my hands.
The one and only game I've ever played on an emulator was Love Plus for DS with english subtitles because I really had to play this xD
The walking style of the maincharacter of Banana gives it a cartoony-touch.
Hello again, Melody! Or should I say good morning?
I understand wanting to hold the real game/controller/system in your hands. I'm the same way most of the time. It's not always possible or practical, though, and that's when I pull out emulators and ROMs :)
Aww, the story of how you got the game made me smile so much. :)
Oh and *waves at Melody* hello there fellow German gamer girl~! :D
Thanks, miruki! It is a nice story, isn't it? Honestly, I'm amazed that anyone would think of me in that way.
Also, you and Melody should schedule some kind of German gamer girl get-together or something :)
Hehe, once again glad to help ya out! :D:D I love Famicom box art! It's always so retro and cute!
And once again I say 'thank you!' Kaze! And of course I love Famicom box art, too -- especially this particular piece of Famicom box art. How can you not love the adorable illustrations on the box flaps??
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