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Can anyone direct me to a modified WinKawaks? I need the modified one that can detect the newest roms like KOF2003, SSVspecial and SVC Chaos.

What are you trying to imply here?

nope. what does it mean

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Game: WWE Smackdown Vs Raw 2007 System: PSP Emulators: None THQ's Smackdown series have always been the norm where we will get an annual update on the wrestling game on PS1 and PS2. PSP get a taste of wrestling when the PSP version of SVR 2006 was released on Dec 2005. The game deliver a solid wrestling game on a handheld, never before seen with everything from the console version ported to the PSP version. However, a lot of people were put off by the long loading time (holding the record for the longest loading time on a PSP) and bypass the game. Another years goes by and the latest version arrived on Nov 2006. So, how does this fare compare to the 2006 version? Read on. Graphics: First of all, for those that own the 2006 version, you will notice somthing on the graphics......THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE AT ALL in the 2007 version. You still get the same highly detailed wrestlers, the slightly jagged environment, the cardbox audiences that you get in 2006 version. I was slightly disappointed with the non-improvement in this department after seeing the gorgeous X360's screenshots. I was hoping that some improvement will be made so that it will be more gorgeous. However, this doesn't mean that the graphics is not good in the 2007 version. But it seems to me that THQ decided not to put much efforts in the graphic department since they are not facing competitions at all on the handhelds. Hopefully the next version will feature a better improvement, if any. Graphics: 7/10 (laziness on THQ for not improving even slightly) Controls: There was some improvements on the controls on the console version which I am not aware of. But from what I know, the control is different on the PSP due to lack of 2nd analog stick. Aside from the usual run, punch, grapple and action button, there is a new gapple control which is called the Ultimate Grapple system. This is initiated by pressing the R Shoulder button + Circle + Directional Pad. Each directions give you a different kind of grapple. Once grabbed, you can press Circle again to move into the actual Grapple system. THere, you will given a choice to execute moves using the analog stick, YES, the analog stick on the PSP. Following the movement of analog stick needed to execute the wrestling move, you will push the analog stick as indicated. In actual, this is EASIER to execute than it sounds. let me give an example. Using Undertaker, you initiate an Ultimate Grapple move with R+Up+Circle. pressing a Circle again will have Undertaker getting ready to perform a chokeslam. Two options appears. You can either press Circle again for another wrestling move or you can move your analog stick up to lift your opponent. if you lift your opponent up, you have the option to either chokeslam the opponent to the mat by pushing the analog stick down OR you move Undertaker to the rope AND chokeslam the opponent to the floor outside the ring! yes, the new grapple system can be interactive to the surrounding and the wrestling moves might change, depending on where you are. Although it seems tedious to execute, a little practise will ensure that you can perform all wrestling moves smoothly. Best ever on any Smackdown series. Controls: 9/10 (great innovation on the controls, IMO) Sound: The sound department again is top notch. Despite some dubious selection of BGM music, the BGM still sound better than the 2006 version. Again, all voiceovers from the actual wrestlers are in, their entrance musics, the crowd effects all intact. In fact, kudos to the team for improving on the entrance music as no longer we have a loopy entrance music (which happens to a lot of entrance music on 2006 version) Sound: 9.5/10 Presentation: This is a department that I simply have to add in for this review. A wrestling game won't feel like a wrestling game if it didn't play like watching wrestling on TV. I am happy to say that THQ get that feel right down to the pat this round. Entrances of each wrestlers were done perfectly. During the cutscenes in story mode, it is just like you are watching a wrestling program on TV, with the commentaries and the camera shaking while chasing after wrestlers. Every details were captured brilliantly. Wrestling fans will be very happy. I love the entrance to Mr. KENNNNNEEEEEEEEDYYYYY.....................KENNNNNEEEEEDDDYYY the most as it really capture that particular bastard's cockiness well Presentation: 10/10 Gameplay: Other than the new grapple system, the rest of the gameplay did not change much. We still have the stamina bar to contend with, ability to store and use the Special move. The new grapple system did add some spices to the game with the ability to interact with the surroundings. Also, a new addition is the hotspots for some special moves. If you drag your opponents to a certain parts of the ring or outside the ring, a kind of mini games will be started with instructions on how to push the analog. Example, you can drag your opponent to the turnbuckle, then a minigame will start where you push the opponent to the turnbuckle and climb up on him. THere you have the option to raise your hands and punch him 10 times just like the actual situation on a wrestling match, and the opponent can counter you also by pushing you down. Or if you are a heel, you can expose the turnbuckle, the drag your opponent to the turnbuckle and proceed to hammer the brain out from your opponent there A great addition although the novelty will wear off once you have tried every hotspots available. AI is still the same as ever, and once you have mastered the game, the Hardest setting will be quite easy for you (it will still give you a challenge). Season mode was improved with a more extensive storyline, a better way of telling the story and also improvement on the locker room where you will receive text messages on your cell phones (in game cellphones, not your real world cell phones, dummy) from wrestlers commenting or initiating the stories. More choices could be made in the storyline and there are more branches to play with. As usual, all the modes from Elimination Chamber to Last man standing matches are still in. A new addition is the Money In the Bank match, popularised by RVD in the last two Wrestlemania. With the addition, the match and Ladder match were also improved where it is more difficult to bring down the prize hanging on top. A Money In The Bank match can really be as exciting and exhasuting as the real one. Another addition is the Road to Wrestlemania mode where you are thrown into series of matches leading up to Wrestlemania with no choice of wrestlers at all. IMO, I rather have the mini-games. I did not find the new mode interesting at all. The GM Mode which was introduced last version made a comeback and was improved on. Now, you can hire writers to create certain storylines for your wrestlers to wrestle in. However, i still find the GM mode a bore and didn't find enough motivation to finish it . Loading times has been improved a lot. We no longer have to wait for one minute to play a match, but instead, only 40 - 45 minutes is needed. HOWEVER, i found that the loading can be more annoying compared to 2006 version. In this version, I found that the loading happens too frequently. Going from one menu to another menu might even initiate a loading just because the game want to load a different BGM. THis can be really irritating especially when you navigating between menus. A problem not found on the 2006 version. Gameplay : 8/10 Graphics: 7/10 Controls: 9/10 Sound: 9.5/10 Presentation: 10/10 Gameplay: 8/10 Overall Score: 8.7/10 Tilted : Minus 0.5 Actual score : 8.2/10 Summary: A lot of people might be wondering why I give a lower score after giving a score of 8.7. Despite the new addition of modes and controls and whatnots, I still have the feeling of playing a rehashed game. Granted, there are some improvements made but I still feel like I can just get the 2006 version and play it. I love this game, however i still feel like I am only getting a game with an updated roster of wrestlers and some tweaks here and there. Hopefully, we can have a revamp next version to justify purchasing another Smackdown game. Those who have not play the Smackdown series on PSP, maybe you can still hunt down an old copy of the 2006 version at bargain price. Die hard fans will probably buy it just to get an updated roster anyway

Round two, fight!

Wow, what a great first post by the newbie. But as stated, Shiba is only doing a review based on HIS experience. Different people might have different experience hence different reviews.

So, between PS3 and 360, which one you like more?

I agreed with James, although my idea is a little different. Make a contest, but something related to forum activities. OFFER a REAL PRIZE like a handheld; DS Lite or PSP as the winning trophy. THe only problem is where to get the fund. Suggestion is for old timers to cough up some money to help out if they are willing Therefore, I pledge USD50 to 1emu if you all decided to go with this. Contact me if needed.

Black look great enough to me. WHich is why I choose a black DS Lite too.

only 7 members as of now. ANd there are at least 500 people downloading

I still prefer Tekken over VF5. VF5 is too techinical to enjoy, IMO.

And all for one dollar Well, for the first month it's $1 (which you can cancel). Then it's $10/month after that. Ouch. That's a lot for such garbage service

! I remember you! Welcome back! Wow, what a weird one Is there a button to kick some other members?

I tot the only playable game on XBOX360 currently is GOW? The rest are bombs, duds, whatever.... Honestly, the only next gen console that I contemplate buying is either a PS3 or a Wii. Why PS3? Becos it has games I want to play (MGS, Tekken etc). Why Wii? Becos it is cheap and it will be fun to play with others.

And all for one dollar

Yea but I won't say much more . ANyone who read the manga will know why Especially the latest chapter

What an honest review!

No problemo! Now, I have to watch it everyday and order it immediately when available. Only 500 limited qty on Play Asia!

I AM GOING TO GET ITTTTTT!!!!!!

I have questions regarding MVSPSP. Does this emu use the regular Neo Geo rom that can be found in *.zip format?

COngratulations Mooney! Where are you going James?

Realistic gaming experience...so.... WWII scenario FPS

Be patient. SOmeone who has the knowledge will help you IF 1. you ask politely 2. You have search the site. Good luck

ANother friend in black!