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Namco Museum 50th Anniversary

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When this game first surfaced at Eł 2005, I was excited. However, for some reason, the collection was released with less than promised. I've been wondering what happened to some of the additional games that were supposed to be on this collection such as "Dig Dug 2". This collection really only has a handful of games that weren't included in the previous iteration, Namco Museum. If you have Namco Museum for XBox/GC/PS2, then this collection may not interest you. The only additional games included in this version that weren't in the previous are "Rally X", "Galaga 88" (unlockable), "Bosconian", "Rolling Thunder", "Sky Kid", "Xevious", and "Mappy". Also, previous "arrange" games such as "Galaga Arrange" and "Pac Man Arrange" are absent.

The game's interface is easy enough to access. After passing the start screen, you will be taken to a turntable with all of the arcade machines on it. You'll simply press Left or Right to access the game you want to play. You can also adjust the game you want to play to your liking. You may change the number of lives, the difficulty level, and the bonus requirements for the game you want to play depending on which game you are playing. You will also be treated to 80's music while you're at the game select menu. Though, there's no way to change the song that's playing, nor is there a way to stop the music from playing if you don't want to listen. This is, of course, a moot point since you won't be spending the bulk of your time on this screen.

The games are perfectly emulated. They look and play exactly as the arcade originals. However, as many of the games were on narrow screens in the arcade, you'll find empty black spaces to the left and right of the screen with no option to add the cabinet art that was present in previous Namco collections.

There's also absolutely no bonus material to look at. No pictures, interviews, or even history information that is so common in most arcade classic collections. Certainly a weak way for Namco to commemorate the occasion.

All in all, if you don't own 2002's Namco Museum, this collection will suit your needs. If you do own the regular Namco Museum, you may want to pass unless you have an itch to play Bosconian, etc.

There was just so much that video games have made in themselves today. However much you can constantly enjoy what is now hot in arcade classics, you can never ever forget the past, and what influences have been made from it. So many classics from Pac Man to Donkey Kong and Pong still have been as dominat now, as they were back then. For Namco, they still have made that as constant as it was back in the 70's and 80's. They've made previous versions of compilations of their classics for the Game Boy, Gamecube, and Xbox to name a few. Now the Namco museum has just reissued their classic lineup yet again.

Namco Museum 50th Anniversary Arcade Collection for the Nintendo Gamecube really isn't anything out of the ordinary as it was released awhile back. The game compilation features so many classics that were previously released on the Gamecube edition. This edition add on to it with a whole ordeal of extra games to match. You have some great classic games from the past including Pac Man, Xevious, which was a bonus if you have previously played Star Fox Assault, Dig Dug, and so many others just to name a few. The games have been remastered very well, without little flaws. The control and gameplay enjoyment is just as simple and enjoyable as it was released years ago from the arcades.

While so many might not consider classics from the past, Namco Museum 50th Anniversary Arcade Collection really does deliver for nostalgic video game buffs. While so many would rather get a fancier game with enhanced surround sound, you can never deny those classics that are just a bite away.

Graphics: B-

Sound: B+

Control: B+

Fun & Enjoyment: B 1/2+

Overall: B 1/2+

I just received my copy of Namco Museum 50th Anniversary for the GC a few days ago. Believe me, if you were around the arcades in CA. like Golfland, Games & Things, and many others, it was a place where you could leave all your troubles behind. My all-time favorites are Ms Pacman, Pacman, Super Pacman, Jr. Pacman, Pacman Plus, Galaxian, Galaga 88, Dig Dug, and many others.The main reason I bought Namco Museum 50th Anniversary for the GC is that I could play all my favorite games of the 80's anytime I want. In the future, I'm hoping that Namco will bring Super Pacman, Pacman Plus, and Junior Pacman to the NamcoMuseum Series. To me, the graphics don't mean a whole lot. They're simple and the only thing that matters is the fun you get out of palying them.You get 14 games, that is reason enough to fork over $19.99 for this game. Plus, there are 2 unlockable games(Galaga 88 & Pac Mania!). There are some games on this disc I never played before. Games like Sky Kid and Dragon Spirit, but Itried them and enjoyed them as well. If you own anyof the systems, be it GC, PS2, or X-Box, you can'tgo wrong with Namco Museum 50th Anniversary. Loadsof fun for your money.

Namco Museum has returned to the Nintendo Gamecube in just the nick of time: It has started to celebrate its 50th Anniversary! It's lineup of classic arcade games is extremely awesome (Although I wish the Arrangement games were in this). You get all these games:

Pac-Man
Ms. Pac-Man
Galaga
Galaxian
Dig Dug
Pole Position
Pole Position II
Rolling Thunder
Rally X
Bosconian
Dragon Spirit
Sky Kid
Xevious
Mappy
Pac-Mania (unlockable)
Galaga 88 (unlockable)

Obviously, all of these arcade games are just as addicting and fun like they were back in the day.

I really bought this just for Galaga. It's my wife's favorite from the "old days" and we can play it for hours on end after the kids are in bed. For me that alone was worth the price, though occasionally it's fun to play Pac Man or just check out one of the other classics.

These games are true to the original arcade. I purchased this set mainly for Pac-Man, Galaga, Dig Dug, and Dragon Spirit. After extensive play, these games all look, feel, and play like the old originals.
Considering the fact that original arcade cabinets still can cost several thousand dollars today, this Cube version is very hard to resist. Die-hards still want to collect that huge, bulky, heavy cabinet. But for most of us, a collection like this that can play on a tiny machine such as the Cube is a steal.
Here is the only con. Why did Namco have to add some old music from groups such as Fine Young Cannibals? Because of these songs, it adds to the loading time of this disc. Everytime you start a game, the game has to reload longer than it should. I bought this set for the games only, not for fancy songs. Would be happy if all we heard was MIDI.
Now if Nintendo would just give us some Capcom Classics as well...

Namco Museum 50th Anniversary is the game I have been looking for over the past few years. No ones have it anymore and or they stop selling it. Finally I talked to someone about shopping online for some things. Thanks to Amazon I got it for a great prices and plan on buying more.

Total blast from the past. Some games are a bit hokey but it just the arcade in the 80s. Very fun!

Talk about nostalgia. Wow. This is a flashback to when you actually had to leave the house and go to a thing known as an "arcade" with a fistfull of quarters to play video games. God, I sound old and bitter. LOL I am SOOOOO over it. This is a wonderful collection of all the games I loved playing when I was younger. If you want a wonderful trip down memory lane, PICK THIS UP. You don't even need quarters. The people who grew up with SNES or newer my not totally appreciate these games, but us "old-timers" most definitely will.

It's all the games I played as a kid, which reminds me of how old I am. So, besides that, terrific game. :)