Haha that one is a wild and good time. It’s very satisfying winning those races and getting to hit people. Biggest drawback is there really doesn’t feel like there’s much strategy to it. It’s fun but ultimately a bit of a novelty game. I’d say it’s Low B/High C tier so slightly above average
Yes! I’m playing it for the first time right now and it deserves to be seen as a classic. I gave a bit of a review for it in one of my other comments but I’m not far enough to give it a ranking
tooie is literally just kazooie but "what if we made it bigger." imo tooie is not worth playing on actual hardware, the XBOX 360 version is so much better. but anyway you need to play kazooie, especially because of the way you're talking about tooie. i can't wait for threeie, personally.
I agree with the opinion that Tooie has the objectively better and more intricate level design, but Kazooie is more fun because it is better paced. So I’d choose Kazooie over Tooie but I still see Tooie as low A tier
I think the concept is super inventive and awesome. There are some really cool ideas that are executed pretty well. It’s been a while since I’ve played it but I struggled a bit with the controls and difficulty so I never beat it. I’d say it’s B tier
Yeah there’s the one called the sideswipe or something that you have to hit the buildings with by drifting and hitting with the side. That one took A LOT of getting used to for me
Haven’t played Hero but I enjoyed Bomberman 64. I agree that the best part is the music for sure! It’s got some cool mechanics in it and enough replayability because of the gold cards. The controls are a bit clumsy at moments though and the difficulty curve fluctuates quite a bit at times. I’ve played multiplayer a bit with my brother and it’s fun though but probably best with 4 people. B tier
Undeniable classic. It controls so smooth and the pacing makes it so exciting. My favorite levels are the all range mode ones. People complain about the voice acting but I see it as “so bad it’s good” if that makes sense. I’d say Low S/High A tier
It’s one I’ve gotten more recently and I’ve only gotten to the second level. It’s got some tight controls and the mechanics and level design add a lot of fun! It can take a while to get good at though. Right now I feel it’s low A tier
I gave my thoughts on Gauntlet in another response but for Stadium I literally tell my phone to give me a number between 1 and 150 then choose the Pokémon with the corresponding Pokédex number. I used a Kanghaskan this way that was really good. Pod Racer is one I haven’t gotten around to playing yet but I love Rogue Squadron to death
Gauntlet definitely is more fun with multiplayer. What I liked as a kid is that instead of split screen (on a tiny CRT to begin with) the camera just zoomed out as you got further from your allies. Made it easier to see what was going on.
Interesting approach to Stadium, I've never tried doing random teams.
Pod Racer is one of my favorite games - well worth trying out. The fun part is getting to build up your vehicle with various parts. There's a junkyard where you can get cheaper parts in bad condition, but as you complete races you can buy repair droids who will fix up those parts and further boost your stats.
Maybe it’s the nostalgia, but this is one of my top 10, maybe top 5, N64 games. The camera controls suck hard, but it’s a really great platformer otherwise
It’s a good time! One of the earliest ones I bought. I love how cheerful it is and the planes and boats add a lot of variety to keep the game fun (planes are better though). The game is very deceptively difficult, but not impossible. I could never beat the final boss. I’d say it’s A tier
I definitely love the zaniness of this game. The mechanics are super creative and it’s basically Super Mario Odyssey 20 years before it existed. The combat is a blast but the levels can get a bit too long and I dislike the lack of checkpoints. I’d say it’s B tier.
Yeah I would say that it and Rocket Robot on Wheels are the 2 games I own that could benefit the most from a remake because they both have great ideas but are a bit rough around the edges
I was literally obsessed with Conker when I was in middle school even though I didn’t buy it until college. It’s all I would talk about. The fact that a video game looked that way while being super M rated was something I was absolutely infatuated by. The graphics and voice acting are incredible to the point that while playing it I would think “I can’t believe this is an n64 game”. That being said I felt the gameplay was uninspired and repetitive at points, although the war chapter aged better than I thought it would and the boss battles were some of the highlights. I would say Low A/High B tier
That’s one of the first ones I got and I haven’t played it in a while. The level design is really creative and has a Rare feel, but I had trouble getting over the maximalistic game design that numerous people have pointed out in recent years. I wish you could swap out characters whenever like you can in Goemon. The music and graphics are great though. I’d say B tier but I need to come back to it
How much time you put in Win Back? I remember hat being one of the last N64 games I played. I think it was good... I think it had mission lists and such like Goldeneye.
Forgot to answer this one. I bought it before owning a controller pak so didn’t get far. I played the multiplayer with some friends though and it was better than I expected. I haven’t played enough to give a ranking
Yes I’m so glad someone asked about this one! I think it’s the most uncommon game I own and I was lucky to come across it in the wild. I love the mechanics with the tractor beam and the levels all felt so unique and charming. I also like how the game gives you hints for the tickets on the pause screen. Biggest downside is definitely the camera. I’d say low A/High B tier.
That’s one of the big ones I really want but don’t have yet just like Kirby 64, Mario Kart (haven’t felt a huge incentive to buy bc I have other Mario kart games), and harvest moon 64. From what I hear it’s very unique and charming in a dark way and I get why it has a cult following
Possibly my most controversial n64 opinion is that JFG simply isn’t that good. The controls are really loose and the difficulty is too unforgiving considering this. The music and graphics are phenomenal but the gameplay is easily the weakest point in the game and that’s the most important thing for me. D tier (I’m sorry)
It’s the kind of game that it’s very easy to pick up, play, and have a good time with. The stages are pretty cool and I think the controls have aged really well. Great game but not phenomenal. Low A/High B tier
I love Rayman 2. The moody atmosphere is so cool and it’s got good ideas while also feeling distinct enough from the other 3d performers because it’s more linear but in a good way. Top 3 3rd party game for the console. Low S/High A tier.
You better find your Bomberman 2 game if you wanna sell it because that game fetches a pretty penny
That’s one I got recently. I only played through the tutorial but that’s basically how I felt about it. Need to spend more time with it before I can confidently say how much I like it
Pretty solid game! It truly does make you feel like you’re running around as a toy and that’s what I think a Toy Story game should do. I’m most of the way through it. The level design is decent, but a bit repetitive with what it wants you to do in every stage. I think your son would like it. B tier
This and Super Mario 64 are unquestionably in my top 3. Super charming, great controls and level design, very rewarding and incredible music. Its so much fun and is great at everything it tries to do. S tier game
It’s the one I started playing most recently and you know what, I really like it! It’s the weirdest game I’ve ever played but the gameplay is solid and it honestly does everything it’s trying to do really well. I just beat the first impact battle which was pretty hard but a lot of fun
I think it deserves more attention. It’s one I got more recently but from what I’ve played it’s fairly enjoyable. Wiping out enemies is satisfying and I feel it’s got a good skill/button mash ratio for a hack and slash game. It does get a bit repetitive though. Really need to try multiplayer but I’d say the single-player experience is B tier
Thanks for answering my JFG comment, OP. I have to ask this next one, because I'm scrolling through here and no one has seemed to ask this one yet..
The Legends of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Well there’s no way of me answering that without saying what has already been said. OoT is a work of art. From the moment you start the game it takes you in and you’re in a different world. The mechanics are incredible and the control layout with the C buttons is ingenious. It’s also phenomenal how well the lock-on controls aged. It’s story keeps you engaged and the dungeons are challenging without ever being overly cryptic. The Water Temple is annoying but not as bad as people make it out to be, it’s just that the rest of the game is so phenomenal. I can see why people said it was the best game ever when it released. It’s an S Tier for me
It’s a lot of fun! Good mechanics and the courses are replayable because I’m always trying to find a new approach. I’m the difficulty can be unforgiving because I’m making a single mistake can screw up a whole run and the human characters are kinda weird. I honestly prefer Tennis. I’d say it’s a Low A/High B tier
Not sure how active this thread still is, but for context I started collecting around 2012 when I was only in middle school. I am now a college graduate. I was born in 1998 so you all got the opinion of an early zoomer. Not sure if people would be interested in knowing that
What do you think about road rash?
Haha that one is a wild and good time. It’s very satisfying winning those races and getting to hit people. Biggest drawback is there really doesn’t feel like there’s much strategy to it. It’s fun but ultimately a bit of a novelty game. I’d say it’s Low B/High C tier so slightly above average
GIMME THE CLOCK!!! (Dat song) Loved the fun crashes, but the game just plays slow. It missed a lot of its magic going to 3d. T
It burns
Sticking a pool cue in your opponents spokes and making them crash is the only thing I remember about this game.
Why no Superman, it’s “the room” of 64 games
Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon is one of my all-time faves, somewhat underrated
100% agree. It’s SO much fun.
Came for this
Yes! I’m playing it for the first time right now and it deserves to be seen as a classic. I gave a bit of a review for it in one of my other comments but I’m not far enough to give it a ranking
Opinions on Kazooie vs Tooie?
Tooie is SO good… that I still haven’t taken the time to try Kazooie nearly 20+ years later haha
tooie is literally just kazooie but "what if we made it bigger." imo tooie is not worth playing on actual hardware, the XBOX 360 version is so much better. but anyway you need to play kazooie, especially because of the way you're talking about tooie. i can't wait for threeie, personally.
Good to hear! It’s definitely on my list, but I just have more games to play than time to play them these days. Someday!
I agree with the opinion that Tooie has the objectively better and more intricate level design, but Kazooie is more fun because it is better paced. So I’d choose Kazooie over Tooie but I still see Tooie as low A tier
How do you feel about blast corpse?
I think the concept is super inventive and awesome. There are some really cool ideas that are executed pretty well. It’s been a while since I’ve played it but I struggled a bit with the controls and difficulty so I never beat it. I’d say it’s B tier
Same here some of the vehicles I had a hard time controlling and I never beat it because of that.
Yeah there’s the one called the sideswipe or something that you have to hit the buildings with by drifting and hitting with the side. That one took A LOT of getting used to for me
That’s the same one that got me. My friend was really good at it and in the end I gifted him the game.
Why don’t you remove the price tags?
it can be a massive pain in the ass. If all you care about is playing the games I could see why someone wouldn't bother
Those small white ones would take all of 2 seconds. Clean carts look better to show off imo
I’m worried about them peeling on some of them
Bomberman 64, is it the best one in the series on the console with beats that slap harder than my step father's belt?
Haven’t played Hero but I enjoyed Bomberman 64. I agree that the best part is the music for sure! It’s got some cool mechanics in it and enough replayability because of the gold cards. The controls are a bit clumsy at moments though and the difficulty curve fluctuates quite a bit at times. I’ve played multiplayer a bit with my brother and it’s fun though but probably best with 4 people. B tier
Star Wars Pod Racer!
Starfox 64
Undeniable classic. It controls so smooth and the pacing makes it so exciting. My favorite levels are the all range mode ones. People complain about the voice acting but I see it as “so bad it’s good” if that makes sense. I’d say Low S/High A tier
I friggin loved pilotwings
How do you like THPS2, being this is the arguably inferior version?
It’s one I’ve gotten more recently and I’ve only gotten to the second level. It’s got some tight controls and the mechanics and level design add a lot of fun! It can take a while to get good at though. Right now I feel it’s low A tier
Opinions on Gauntlet? Preferred team in Stadium? Best Pod Racer in Star Wars?
I gave my thoughts on Gauntlet in another response but for Stadium I literally tell my phone to give me a number between 1 and 150 then choose the Pokémon with the corresponding Pokédex number. I used a Kanghaskan this way that was really good. Pod Racer is one I haven’t gotten around to playing yet but I love Rogue Squadron to death
Gauntlet definitely is more fun with multiplayer. What I liked as a kid is that instead of split screen (on a tiny CRT to begin with) the camera just zoomed out as you got further from your allies. Made it easier to see what was going on. Interesting approach to Stadium, I've never tried doing random teams. Pod Racer is one of my favorite games - well worth trying out. The fun part is getting to build up your vehicle with various parts. There's a junkyard where you can get cheaper parts in bad condition, but as you complete races you can buy repair droids who will fix up those parts and further boost your stats.
Toy Story 2
Maybe it’s the nostalgia, but this is one of my top 10, maybe top 5, N64 games. The camera controls suck hard, but it’s a really great platformer otherwise
Diddy Kong Racing? I remember playing with a bunch of friends back in the day, especially those that started off with Donkey Kong Country for the SNES
It’s a good time! One of the earliest ones I bought. I love how cheerful it is and the planes and boats add a lot of variety to keep the game fun (planes are better though). The game is very deceptively difficult, but not impossible. I could never beat the final boss. I’d say it’s A tier
Thoughts on Space Station Silicon Valley and why it's the greatest, weirdest, most underappreciated game on the console?
Yea!
I definitely love the zaniness of this game. The mechanics are super creative and it’s basically Super Mario Odyssey 20 years before it existed. The combat is a blast but the levels can get a bit too long and I dislike the lack of checkpoints. I’d say it’s B tier.
Fair. My dream is a full remake because the ideas deserved so much better.
Yeah I would say that it and Rocket Robot on Wheels are the 2 games I own that could benefit the most from a remake because they both have great ideas but are a bit rough around the edges
Shadowman, gosh, what a great game, opinions? Also, no body harvest :( Those 2 games deserve a remake
How’s Blast Corps?
Right on! Bad fur day and road rash. Beauty collection.
OP really botched this exercise. I might try this sometime with just the games I actually play so I have more to say about the games.
Yeah I decided to lay my games out last night and didn’t take any pics of just the ones I’ve played so I used a full collection pic instead
What is your favorite out of all of these and why is it conkers bad fur day?
I was literally obsessed with Conker when I was in middle school even though I didn’t buy it until college. It’s all I would talk about. The fact that a video game looked that way while being super M rated was something I was absolutely infatuated by. The graphics and voice acting are incredible to the point that while playing it I would think “I can’t believe this is an n64 game”. That being said I felt the gameplay was uninspired and repetitive at points, although the war chapter aged better than I thought it would and the boss battles were some of the highlights. I would say Low A/High B tier
This is the one of the decisive ones, what are your thoughts on Donkey Kong 64?
That’s one of the first ones I got and I haven’t played it in a while. The level design is really creative and has a Rare feel, but I had trouble getting over the maximalistic game design that numerous people have pointed out in recent years. I wish you could swap out characters whenever like you can in Goemon. The music and graphics are great though. I’d say B tier but I need to come back to it
Which one was the first you got/played?
Banjo Tooie
🤘🤟🔥 the N64 is a rare machine. How could/did MS destroy them?
Yeah I love the meme that says “society if Microsoft never bought Rare” and it’s a futuristic utopia lol
How much time you put in Win Back? I remember hat being one of the last N64 games I played. I think it was good... I think it had mission lists and such like Goldeneye.
DK 64 - the best DK game of all time? Or no?
Answered it in another comment but I honestly don’t think so. I agree with a lot of the other retrospective criticisms of it. Not a bad game though
Buck Bumble. I've been wanting to get it for quite some time
Forgot to answer this one. I bought it before owning a controller pak so didn’t get far. I played the multiplayer with some friends though and it was better than I expected. I haven’t played enough to give a ranking
OMG you have rocket?! That game was so underrated
Yes I’m so glad someone asked about this one! I think it’s the most uncommon game I own and I was lucky to come across it in the wild. I love the mechanics with the tractor beam and the levels all felt so unique and charming. I also like how the game gives you hints for the tickets on the pause screen. Biggest downside is definitely the camera. I’d say low A/High B tier.
Thoughts on Mystical Ninja?
Mace: the Dark Age
Winback
Mario tennis
Did you play shadow man back in the day?
Opinion on shadowman?
One of the games I haven’t gotten around to yet because I bought it more recently. I’m sure it’s an interesting experience
Have you played Majora's mask? If you haven't then you gotta try it out.
That’s one of the big ones I really want but don’t have yet just like Kirby 64, Mario Kart (haven’t felt a huge incentive to buy bc I have other Mario kart games), and harvest moon 64. From what I hear it’s very unique and charming in a dark way and I get why it has a cult following
Toy story 2 is one of the best n64 games ever
Jet Force Gemini. Love the story, but have you pulled out your hair yet over the mechanics?
Possibly my most controversial n64 opinion is that JFG simply isn’t that good. The controls are really loose and the difficulty is too unforgiving considering this. The music and graphics are phenomenal but the gameplay is easily the weakest point in the game and that’s the most important thing for me. D tier (I’m sorry)
Is 1080 snowboarding pretty good?
Riiiicky Winterborn.
Chill out, eh?
I remember it being good in the late 90s!
It’s the kind of game that it’s very easy to pick up, play, and have a good time with. The stages are pretty cool and I think the controls have aged really well. Great game but not phenomenal. Low A/High B tier
Road rash
SSB64. Me, Bumblebee Ness vs you, ________. Nice choice, I won though, gg’s.
Goldeneye
Starfox
Rayman 2 and I swear on my life I have bomber men 2 gotta find it
I love Rayman 2. The moody atmosphere is so cool and it’s got good ideas while also feeling distinct enough from the other 3d performers because it’s more linear but in a good way. Top 3 3rd party game for the console. Low S/High A tier. You better find your Bomberman 2 game if you wanna sell it because that game fetches a pretty penny
Cop quest 64 next for me thanks op
Last one 1st row and 2nd last one last row that's.def something good
And 2nd last row 2nd game too
What do you think about Wetrix?
Rayman 2?
What do you think about buck bumble? I know it’s not in the pile 😂
Why is rayman green
Bad Fur Day
Rogue Squadron
F-Zero X
No shadows of the emire!!!!
Silicon Valley. Always wanted it as a kid never got it. Is it any good ?
What do you like more, and why? Diddy Kong Racing or Mario Kart 64?
Shadow man my Favorite out of what you have. Pick up Perfect Dark if you liked 007.
Pilot wings
SHAKE SHAKE
I was looking for a Mischief Makers comment 😂
Winback. Underappreciated gem once you get used to the controls?
That’s one I got recently. I only played through the tutorial but that’s basically how I felt about it. Need to spend more time with it before I can confidently say how much I like it
You should get fists of fury, it use to be one of my favorite games on 64
Thoughts on Toy Story 2? I just bought it on Playstation Store for my son.
Pretty solid game! It truly does make you feel like you’re running around as a toy and that’s what I think a Toy Story game should do. I’m most of the way through it. The level design is decent, but a bit repetitive with what it wants you to do in every stage. I think your son would like it. B tier
Banjo kazooie
This and Super Mario 64 are unquestionably in my top 3. Super charming, great controls and level design, very rewarding and incredible music. Its so much fun and is great at everything it tries to do. S tier game
What are your thoughts on Mystical Ninja? It’s in my personal top 3.
It’s the one I started playing most recently and you know what, I really like it! It’s the weirdest game I’ve ever played but the gameplay is solid and it honestly does everything it’s trying to do really well. I just beat the first impact battle which was pretty hard but a lot of fun
Which cartridge tastes the best?
Haven’t tried to figure that out yet lol
I had a great time playing through Gauntlet Legends with my brother when I was young. What do you think about it?
I think it deserves more attention. It’s one I got more recently but from what I’ve played it’s fairly enjoyable. Wiping out enemies is satisfying and I feel it’s got a good skill/button mash ratio for a hack and slash game. It does get a bit repetitive though. Really need to try multiplayer but I’d say the single-player experience is B tier
Yeah, I don't think I would have enjoyed it nearly as much by myself.
Is toy story 2 a good game?
Thanks for answering my JFG comment, OP. I have to ask this next one, because I'm scrolling through here and no one has seemed to ask this one yet.. The Legends of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Well there’s no way of me answering that without saying what has already been said. OoT is a work of art. From the moment you start the game it takes you in and you’re in a different world. The mechanics are incredible and the control layout with the C buttons is ingenious. It’s also phenomenal how well the lock-on controls aged. It’s story keeps you engaged and the dungeons are challenging without ever being overly cryptic. The Water Temple is annoying but not as bad as people make it out to be, it’s just that the rest of the game is so phenomenal. I can see why people said it was the best game ever when it released. It’s an S Tier for me
Mario Golf 64! 😁
It’s a lot of fun! Good mechanics and the courses are replayable because I’m always trying to find a new approach. I’m the difficulty can be unforgiving because I’m making a single mistake can screw up a whole run and the human characters are kinda weird. I honestly prefer Tennis. I’d say it’s a Low A/High B tier
Great take on such a fun game :) I never know how hard to hit the ball when winds in play!
Yeah the wind adds a lot of challenge to it
Indeed! Ring shot was a blast though, trial and error won the day ;D
What about Rocket: Robot on Wheels? I searched about it and fell in love!
I’m happy that people are asking me about it! It’s such a unique and charming take on the genre
Did u like Jet Force Gemini???
What is your opinion donkey kong 64
What is your opinion donkey kong 64
What is your opinion donkey kong 64
Not sure how active this thread still is, but for context I started collecting around 2012 when I was only in middle school. I am now a college graduate. I was born in 1998 so you all got the opinion of an early zoomer. Not sure if people would be interested in knowing that
Please purchase and complete quest 64 immediately so I may ask you your thoughts and experiences
Can you platinum Blast Corpse?
perfect dark
Don’t have it but I need to get it. I just feel FPS games don’t age as well as other genres but I’m willing to give it a shot eventually
Where is StarCraft 64 mayn common!
You gotta give Hybrid Heaven and Aidyn Chronicles a try. Also Glover, Wipeout and a few others I can’t remember at the moment.
I saw Hybrid Heaven in stores once and almost bought it but bought Gauntlet Legends instead