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I’m not convinced I game enough anymore that it’s worth making the investment in the Nintendo 3DS, but when I posted this room inspiration from Professor Layton games on Apartment Therapy earlier this week, I was surprised to see so many people love the new Miracle Mask game. I think I might be stealing my bro’s 3DS for a titch this weekend…
So what say you? Do I need to make the jump? I’m curious to hear if other people are as obsessed as the AT readers.
Perhaps fun, childlike animation is the theme of the week. This post over at The Mary Sue featuring concept art for a Sherlock Holmes inspired animated series made me drool. For real. Why isn’t this a thing? Holmes and Watson are my favorite BFFs in the history of literature. They care about one another deeply, but they are not foolishly supportive. Each is unafraid of pointing out when the other is wrong while their other half takes care to never get their feelings hurt over it. I need to remember that in my own life.
I’m crafting this weekend as I prepare for a VERY EXCITING MARCH on this here blog. I can’t wait to announce it. But here’s a tiniest of tiny hints. I’m doing a DIY project that involves a stamp and this cool video courtesy of crafting gurus Whimseybox was a super big help. If you ever need to make a stamp of say… something that can travel through space and time… then that’s the video you need.
It’s already snowing like we’re on the other side of “The Wall" here in Minneapolis, so I’ve got big “hunker down" plans. Including a movie, a mani and a cup of tea. Every time it snows, this is my tradition. I won’t be THAT sad to see this ritual go in a few weeks. Just saying…
Here’s another fun home post from me on Apartment Therapy: Before & After: A New Meaning for Reading in Bed
Happy weekend, friends!
For my other Professor Layton loving friends…
"A gentleman leaves no puzzle unsolved."
Via geek-attack
Professor Layton shirts by Animation Addict. The six shirt designs were all produced in collaboration with Level-5 in honor of Professor Layton and the Specter’s Flute , the fourth Layton game … which was released last year. The next game in the series, Professor Layton and the Mask of Miracle, is being produced for 3DS.
Each shirt sells for ¥5,460 ($62), available for shipping only in Japan. Which is really, really too bad, because I would be happy to be wearing the Layton, Luke and “Every Puzzle Has an Answer” shirts. Actually, that last one seems easy enough to replicate…
See also: More Layton stuff to enjoy with tea
[Via Inside-Games]
My Nintendo DS gets seriously heavy play when I am on airplanes. The key benefits of the DS are the portability, versatility and variety that it offers. And all three of these key points are especially true when I’m flying.
In honor of the 4th, I’m headed out of town on a flight and thought I’d share my Top 5 Nintendo DS games for travel. Note that all these games are fantastic either way, but their offerings multiple levels and modes of play, overwhelming charming spirit and easy save modes really give them the edge in travel situations.
5. Elite Beat Agents: The extent to which I love this game can not be adequately described. It’s funny, catchy, engaging and has quite an array of ear worms integrated into it. While gamers have latched onto this game, the larger public has failed to notice or appreciate its cache. This game can easily be played through in a multiple hour long flight, which makes it a good game to start and beat in one trip. Plus, it’s cheap.
4. Tetris Party: I normally travel with other gamers in tow, so this game is infectious for group gaming. The great thing about this game is that Tetris requires no gaming education. You can easily get mom, grandpa and the kids in on the fun whether you’re in a carpool or waiting in an airport terminal. The other big bonus here is that since it’s a group game, no one feels left out of the fun - as long as everyone is awesome and has a DS.
3. Kirby Super Star Ultra: I have a sick love for the pink cuteness that is Kirby. With that knowledge, it should come as no surprise that this game has found a special place in my heart as well. The key reason why this game is so great for travel is that it saves after you beat every level. Nothing is worse than playing level after level and then having to turn off your device when you are on the plane. Lucky for you, the games saves automatically after every completed level - so you won’t lose your progress. As for the gameplay, the stylus driven movement is both easy and a delightful change from a lot of other DS games.
2. Scribblenauts: This is one of those great games that you can play for five minutes or five hours and get something great out of it either way. Since each level is so short, you have a lot of control over how long and how intensely you play. Plus, the creativity-driven puzzle solving here is fun for adults and children. Challenge yourself to not continuously write in the same words to solve the puzzles and you’ll have even more fun.
1. Professor Layton and the Curious Village: With its mix of puzzle games and a conversation based storyline - you will fall in love with this game. If you haven’t heard of it already, I don’t know where you have been, but don’t wait another minute if you need a new game for your next summer vacation. It will frustrate you, surprise you and leave you anxious for the next iteration, Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box.
So you can travel even more, check out the used section of amazon on these listing to save more money. I’ve had great luck buying more than half of these games in that manner.
