The N64 was the games console of my childhood. It was the first of the "modern" consoles. Of course it had some issues that needed regular mods/maintainence (anyone remember blowing game cartridges?) but it still remains my favourite games console of all time. Now I'm a big boy and I have some spare money, I've gone out and picked up an old N64 from Ebay and I'm building out a small games library over the winter. That lead me to thinking what are the rarest games? Yoshis Story Yoshis Story is a game about the world being turned into aa picture book by baby bowser. It's a single player story that serves as a sequal to "Super Mario World 2" that was designed to act like a playable pop-up book with textures like wool, wood and card. You may have played this game as a kid, you may even have owned it. It's not the standard retail game that is wanted by collectors, it's the international version people are looking for. It's so rarely seen that there isn't really a price to put on the game, some have traded for over $2000 though. Snowboard Kids 2 Snowboard Kids 2 is probably not a game you heard of, it's almost certainly nothing you have played. This game was published by Atlus, who were well known for taking on and publishing very small "indie" games, before indie was a thing. Because of this they regularly did short production runs of the titles before publishing more depending on demand. This is one of those games. Copies of this game go for upto $200, there are thought to be very few available due to poor sales. Conkers Bad Fur Day They don't make games like they used to, that's for sure. Conkers bad fur day is a game where your player is an alcoholic squirrel who needs to cure his hang over and win back his girlfriend. It's widely wanted by N64 enthusiasts all over the world, this game was remembered for it's adult references and themes.
It was these themes that lead to poor sales, due to these themes advertising this game was hard and nintendo refused to acknowledge it. Copies of this game can get up to $200.
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As the cliche states: "Everyone's a critic." Critics review what they experience and offer praises or criticisms on what they see.Live theater lives off the opinions of critics. Whether they are critics writing for the press or critics who are regular members of the audience stating their opinions via word of mouth, the opinions of critics tell others if the theater performance is worth watching. No matter the opinion of the performance, here are ten tidbits to include in a theater review so readers and listeners can better understand the performance in question.
1: The Event What is playing? You need to tell people the title of the theater performance that you are reviewing. This is the basics of the basics and without it, the entire review is moot. While you're at it, please specify whether the performance in question is a play, musical, or miscellaneous form of live theater. A synopsis and/or basic plot of the performance is helpful in educating people unaware of the particular theater piece. Then they can decide if this performance is within their interests. 2: The Venue You may have just seen the greatest theater performance in the history of theater and you've written your rave review about it. But if you forget the tiny detail of WHERE this theatrical treasure is, who else is going to know where to see it? Provide an address of the performance's location and describe the venue. How much seating is there and how comfortable are the seats? Is there orchestra seating, balcony seating, and mezzanine seating or is it just a floor with chairs? Where is parking available and how much will it cost? Is it handicap accessible? To help push the theater performance as a good date, include nearby restaurants to visit before or after the show and state what kind of refreshments are available in the theater. One more thing to note is where the actors will exit the theater to sign autographs. I know several theater buffs who scout these locations and camp out there after the performance just to get a glimpse and photograph of their favorite stars. And of course, how much are tickets to this piece of theater? 3: The Director Though you most likely won't see this person during the performance, a quick biography of the director will contribute to your theater review. One good marketing trick to promote Hollywood movies is to proudly announce the director of the film, especially if the director's name is Steven Spielberg or Christopher Nolan. The same trick can be used in theater. If the director is a big name in the theatrical community, he/she will add credibility to the production. And if the director is new, please note that. 4: The Cast The cast of actors and actresses are the bread and butter of the live theater. These are the ones people will see on the stage. So if there is anything to note about them, do so. Are there Hollywood acting celebrities flexing their acting muscles live on stage? If so, they will be a big draw to the theater. Any well-noted theater actors should be noted as well. If the cast is a local community group, highlighting the local flavor is needed to appeal to the locale. 5: The Stage The stage will be the first thing audiences will see as the performance begins and it will also be what the audience will see the most of during the performance. The stage will provide the proper ambiance and atmosphere of the performance. It'll do the performance no good if Ikea furniture is used in a play set in Victorian-era England. Is the stage properly decorated to provide a feel of the setting that the performance is set in? Did the set designers make an effort in the backdrops? Do scene changes flow smoothly? If the stage is set for a minimalist setting, does it work for that production? Are there extra features used to take advantage of the stage, like a giant prop chandelier safely falling down on the orchestra section? If so, please note so. 6: The Costumes Costumes are another means of setting the right atmosphere in the performance. How well did the costume designers do in their work? Is it easy to differentiate characters based on the clothes they wear? Are there any spectacular costumes to note on stage when the performance calls for them? 7: The Acoustics Unless the theatrical performance is that of a mime troupe, you'll want to be able to hear the actors talking, the singers singing, and the music playing. I've seen many good works of theater ruined by acoustics problems ranging from being unable to hear to hearing too much echo. So hopefully the microphones (if applicable) are working properly. 8: The Pacing amp; Mood Does the performance's pace fit the mood? If it's a fast paced thriller, you should not have to check your watch to see if they finished their inner monologues. If it's a slow character driven piece, the chases should not distract from the character development. The music and actors need to properly work with the director to set up the right mood and working through the script at a proper pace. 9: The Performance This is the easiest thing to review: how well did the actors perform? Were the funny when they were supposed to be and dramatic during dramatic elements? Do the actors enunciate their lines far enough for the back row to hear? If they sing, do they sing well? Do they move well and take advantage of the stage space? I don't want to ask if the actors act well because if you say they act well, it implies that you knew they were acting throughout the performance. I prefer to ask whether I was convinced that the people on stage were the characters they represented. 10: The Enjoyment The final thing to consider in a theater review is if you enjoyed the evening in general. Reviewing the other nine elements, did it cumulatively translate into a nice outing? Did you enjoy the performance as a whole? Would you want to go through the same outing again? So enjoy the theater and if you like what you see, let your friends know. If you don't like what you see, let the world know. Join the Family - Listen to what Hillcrest means to students, parents, and faculty. Learn more about HIllcrest Christian School, fully accredited K-12 school located in Thousand Oaks, California.
A survey of 5,000 UK graduates has revealed some startling facts about life post-graduation for recently employed workers. UK careers website www.WikiJob.co.uk has found that only one in ten graduates have paid of more than ten percent of their student loan by their 25th birthday according to responses from site users. Even more shockingly, 20% of graduates are still paying-off loans totalling more than £10,000 in their 30's!
It seems that the "buy now-pay later" ethos and spiralling costs of University tuition and city rent is costing students too much money. They are forced to borrow huge amounts, just to get through their studies, and are then stuck with a great deal of debt, preventing them from buying a house themselves or doing things like starting their own business. "Student are really stuck in this country" says WikiJob.co.uk editor Edward Mellett. "A combination of factors are putting financial pressures on students and young graduates and most of them are struggling. This then gets compiled with soaring house prices, particularly in London where most of the graduate jobs are and an increasing interest rate... things are very hard for young people in the UK"! A spokesman from the department of education was unavailable for comment. The results of the student financial survey by WikiJob will be published on Dec 12th on http://www.wikijob.co.uk. |
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