Illinois Transformers Sightings

Deceptigtar · 12-11-2012, 08:23 AM

downtown or near the mile, not gonna happen.

gonna have to venture out to either of these places...

QUAKE COLLECTIBLES - Quake Collectibles

or

Kapow Collectibles - Lakeview - Chicago, IL

i recommend quake before kapow. dave who owns quake is a good guy.

GrantB · 12-11-2012, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Glhboy

I'm going to be in Chicago for 3 nights starting tonight. Any recommendations on toy shops downtown near the mile, etc... where to look? Anything vintage or new is fine, just want to see some TF's.

Nothing interesting toy-wise near The Mile, unfortunately.

A bit south of the river is a Target, but it's an urban Target, with a toy selection that is inferior to a regular Target.

Dah Padre · 12-11-2012, 10:25 AM

I need some opinions on the Wii U from somebody that already has it. What's some good games,and what accessories are a must to have.

Cracka J · 12-11-2012, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Dah Padre

I need some opinions on the Wii U from somebody that already has it. What's some good games,and what accessories are a must to have.

Do you already have the system or are considering it?
I don't want to try to persuade you to get one, but if you've already decided on it, I can help ya out. Had mine since launch.

col · 12-11-2012, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Cracka J

Do you already have the system or are considering it?
I don't want to try to persuade you to get one, but if you've already decided on it, I can help ya out. Had mine since launch.

So you'd recommend against getting a WiiU?

Cracka J · 12-11-2012, 11:16 AM

not at all. just a lot of people who haven't experienced it seem to have very strong feelings against it, and I don't feel like arguing that when they've already made up their minds.

Dah Padre · 12-11-2012, 11:22 AM

It's on the way.

clubkid74 · 12-11-2012, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Dah Padre

I need some opinions on the Wii U from somebody that already has it. What's some good games,and what accessories are a must to have.

I love mine. controller takes some getting used to and zombie u is a difficult game but it is good

Cracka J · 12-11-2012, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Dah Padre

It's on the way.

pick up nsmbu as a must. best in the series imo since mario world.
make sure you have some extra wii remotes if kids/family are playing. it can support up to 5 I think...4 on remotes and the 5th player on the pad. highest recommendation as for games atm.

if you got the 32 gb system, you got nintendoland too, which is great. if you got 8gb you might want to consider it. it is a party game, but the minigames are excellent. lots of variety and replay value here.

zombi u if you are into survival. completely ignore the mainstream reviews on it. they are trying to compare to action/fps games ala cod zombie modes and resident evil. it's neither. completely original experience you really have to check out first hand to get what it is.

as for accessories it depends on what model you bought. 32 will come with a charge cradle and a few extras for the gamepad. not really necessary. probably would want to get some screen protectors for the pad though since it is touch screen and can be scratched.

if you have the option of a wired connection, I'd highly recommend the wii usb ethernet adapter as well. if you already have one from the wii, it will work with the wii u as well. reported DL times for the initial update vary up to about 2-3 hours via the wireless. I was done with using the ethernet adapter in 45 minutes. great option if you have the choice to go wired.

the pro controller is excellent too, but there's not much that utilizes it at the moment. I'd wait on that purchase til there are more games that support it, but it is a rock solid, and very comfortable pad.

Dah Padre · 12-11-2012, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Cracka J

pick up nsmbu as a must. best in the series imo since mario world.
make sure you have some extra wii remotes if kids/family are playing. it can support up to 5 I think...4 on remotes and the 5th player on the pad. highest recommendation as for games atm.

if you got the 32 gb system, you got nintendoland too, which is great. if you got 8gb you might want to consider it. it is a party game, but the minigames are excellent. lots of variety and replay value here.

zombi u if you are into survival. completely ignore the mainstream reviews on it. they are trying to compare to action/fps games ala cod zombie modes and resident evil. it's neither. completely original experience you really have to check out first hand to get what it is.

as for accessories it depends on what model you bought. 32 will come with a charge cradle and a few extras for the gamepad. not really necessary. probably would want to get some screen protectors for the pad though since it is touch screen and can be scratched.

if you have the option of a wired connection, I'd highly recommend the wii usb ethernet adapter as well. if you already have one from the wii, it will work with the wii u as well. reported DL times for the initial update vary up to about 2-3 hours via the wireless. I was done with using the ethernet adapter in 45 minutes. great option if you have the choice to go wired.

the pro controller is excellent too, but there's not much that utilizes it at the moment. I'd wait on that purchase til there are more games that support it, but it is a rock solid, and very comfortable pad.

Now that's what I wanted to hear! I have the 32gb on the way. I'm going to unveil it on Christmas for the kids & myself to enjoy. I just wan to get all the essentials out of the way & catch some sales

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Dah Padre Retired Porn Star Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 3,625 Location: Chicago/Blue Island Collection Count: More than I'm ready to admit News Credits: 8	I need some opinions on the Wii U from somebody that already has it. What's some good games,and what accessories are a must to have. My Collection! My FeedBack! Sales Thread! Xbox Live & PSN Gamer Tag: dahpadre Chicago Talks Shit! My Collection on YouTube!

12-11-2012, 11:16 AM	#31956
Cracka J DAT FANDOM Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 4,630 Location: Palatine, IL News Credits: 1	not at all. just a lot of people who haven't experienced it seem to have very strong feelings against it, and I don't feel like arguing that when they've already made up their minds. Cracka's Alternators Photography \| My Collection \| Junkion Feedback \| Sales Thread

12-11-2012, 11:22 AM	#31957
Dah Padre Retired Porn Star Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 3,625 Location: Chicago/Blue Island Collection Count: More than I'm ready to admit News Credits: 8	It's on the way. My Collection! My FeedBack! Sales Thread! Xbox Live & PSN Gamer Tag: dahpadre Chicago Talks Shit! My Collection on YouTube!