FC Mobile – Portable NES Handheld

FC Mobile NES Handheld

If you're like me you have some nes games laying around, so the idea of being able to load them into a handheld is definitely appealing. The FC Mobile comes in a few different color combinations. A classic themed Red/White combo and a Silver/Black option. Its an import so the best place to find it is on ebay and a new FC Mobile will set you back $40 -$60 bucks. More after the jump.
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Angry Video Game Nerd highlights his NES Collection

James Rolfe, of Angry Video Game Nerd fame highlights his NES Collection. Showing us the different types of Nes carts in his collection and his pet peeves when it comes to collecting Nes titles. NSFW due to some language.

Old Nes Controller Made into a Storage Box

Nes Controller Box

Nes Controller Storage Box Inside

What do you get when you rip the guts out of your old Nes controller and hinge the two halves? A nifty little storage box to stick your keys, change, pills or any other small item of choice.

Via: Esty

Barbie Turns 50 and Still Making Video Games…

Its only a matter of time.

Mattel's favorite fashion doll Barbie turned fifty yesterday. As she moves into middle age she leaves in her wake a continuing string of video games targeted at girl gamers; attracted to the titles by the well known Barbie brand. Starting with the game  Barbie on the C64 in 1984 Mattel has continued to release Barbie video games including two games currently for the Wii. Lets take a look at a few and she how that worked out for her.

Barbie for the NES -1991

Barbie was one of the few girl orientated titles for the NES. Released in 1991, the story involves Barbie falling asleep hence the health bar being ZZZ's. You throw commands in the form of folded messages as far as I can gather. You chuck these notes haphazardly at animals to make them do your bidding. For example you can command a small cat to attack a chute where beach balls are pouring out. The cat though will need multiple commands to accomplish its difficult task. The messages you throw can also be used as a impromptu weapon. Although I imagine the Mattel would frown on Barbie wielding any sort of "weapon".

Barbie Super Model
Everyone's favorite doll makes her way to the Super Nintendo with BARBIE SUPER MODEL. It's Barbie's dream to become a world famous super model, and she needs your help to reach that goal. Travel to some of the most exciting cities in the United States as she climbs the ladder towards stardom: see the stars in Hollywood, frolic on the beach in Hawaii, brave the cold in Vail, and watch Barbie's wish become a reality in New York. In each locale you'll play a variety of mini-games how to dress, the proper way to apply makeup, and how to move on the catwalk. As Barbie continues on the path to learning the finer points of being a super model, can she count on you to help make her dream come true?

The SNES Barbie game Barbie Super Model is another dream based game. Safe for Barbie if its just a dream right? Obviously they never considered a Friday the 13th type of scenario. Barbie gets to cruise around Hollywood in her pink corvette and preform simplistic movements on a runway. No skill needed, perhaps some eyesight and muscle movement on your part will get you to the end.

The barbie game franchise, especially in the 90's is a great example of companies venturing into video games to expand their brands without actually developing compelling gameplay; and from the looks of things they'll be doing it for a while longer.

Expensive Nintendo “Top Hits” Display Sign

Nintendo Top Hits Display Case

Got deep pockets and a fetish for Nintendo related display cases?  Well this auction might be right up your alley.
Buy it Now is set at a wallet crushing $1,500.  But for the money you sure get a nice looking Nintendo display. Holds two Complete in the Box NES titles, three CIB SNES and three Gameboy boxes. Also comes with original keys and hangers.

Low Health Zelda Art Car for Sale

One Zelda Art Car for Sale - Low on health.

Do you like classic Zelda and used Ford Fairmonts? Well here's where your weird interests finally collide. A 1978 Ford Farimont painted with the world map on the hood and trunk. Link is on one side with Princess Zelda on the other. Can be yours for $500 or best offer.

This art car needs some TLC

Photos of the zelda car at full health.

Via: http://corvallis.craigslist.org

20 Years of Nintendo Power Issue

20 Years of Nintendo Power

A new "Collector's Special" is out at newsstands entitled. 20 Years of Nintendo Power: A history of Nintendo through the pages of the official magazine. People are already throwing around rare and limited edition with this 68 page glossy special. A bit short for the money but it isn't full of ads and has some fresh writing in it, not rewarmed Nintendo Power copy.  If you can find it in stores its retailing for just under 10 bucks.  I looked on ebay and one was up there at 30 bucks plus shipping with some time left. Considering the lousy economic picture lately maybe this collectors special is worth investing in.
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Limited Edition NES Controller Jacket

Limited Edition NES Controller Jacket

This limited edition premium Nintendo varsity jacket features the Nintendo Controller appliqued on the back and a small controller appliqued on the front left chest. The jacket has a thermal insulated lining and buttons up in the front.

I've been keeping my eye on this jacket for a while and it looks like the number of jackets left for sale is pretty low. Adult XL is already out of stock but if you can squeeze into a large you can still grab one for $200 bucks. They made a limited run of 1,000 and I would imagine healthy sales may move them towards other themed jackets. SNES controller jacket anyone?

Via: www.80stees.com

Japanese NES Game “M.U.S.C.L.E.” Fetches $10,000

Heres a cart to keep an eye out for キン肉マン マッスルタッグマッチ also known as Tag Team Match M.U.S.C.L.E. This special edition went for ¥921,000 at auction which is about 10,000 US dollars.

Via: www.sankakucomplex.com

Video Game Scans

Nintendo in the Sears Catalog

Heres a nice collection of scans from catalogs and ads from magazines. Includes Atari, CD-i,  Nintendo,  Sega and TurboGrafx-16 systems. The quality is pretty high so you can actually read how much everything cost when it was new.

Find more great scans at www.huguesjohnson.com