Having nothing better to do on an off day than create Spore creatures, I thought I'd put in some quality time with one of my favorite MMOs, RF Online. Upon starting it, I sadly became aware that they are closing their doors the morning of November 10th due to being unable to renew their license with CCR.

I'm no stranger to closing servers. Many a MU* I have played has closed it's doors, and it's always hard saying goodbye to those communities. Today I was deeply saddened that there were barely a hadful of people online when I logged on to th server and saw the in-game notice thanking everyone for participating in the adventure. *sigh* At that point, I really couldn't keep playing. Just knowing that it's all going away really kills the spirit.

I'm not sure that anything else could replace my love of that game, and it's either the flu or lack of sleep influencing my emotions right now, as I'm actually tearing up over this thing and it's just a silly online game, and quite frankly, there's nothing that spectacular about it. But it was fun.

So, RF, I guess it's good-bye. I'll really miss you.

Our store had a buy 2 get 1 free sale on all used games, so I decided to take advantage of that and pick up some DS games.

Nintendogs Dalmation & Friends

Magical Starsign

Mario & Luigi Partners in Time

Mystery Case Files MillionHeir

I also cancelled my Saints Row 2 CE preorder as I've lost interest in it and finally preordered Sonic Chronicles.

It came out yesterday. I had to buy it. Kirby Super Star Ultra. I loved Kirby Super Star on Super Nintendo, and now it's on my DS with such beauty and animation it brings a tear to my eyes. Now I just need to get Canvas Curse...

De Blob, another game I'd been looking forward to, also was released yesterday. It's a game I certainly plan to pick up eventually, but there are too many other great games out this month that are higher on my hype list. Though it might find it's way into my collection earlier, since my Wii collection is quite lacking.

Rhapsody, the remake of the PS One game hits shelves today. I was never interested in it before, but I'm a little interested now, mostly since I seem to be collecting DS Rpgs. If we receive enough copies, I might take it for a test run during my lunch break. Since me mum loves my DS and I rarely get to play it myself, I might consider getting it for her. She just finished Professor Layton and is now almost done with Dragon Quest Rocket Slime.

Mr. Esc. is going to be on DS! I loved Exit on PSP, though at the time I was still a fan of 360 and regretted not getting it off Live Arcade for the achievement burst. I definitely will be getting this game again.

I really can't wait for more Elebits and I'm glad there's a sequel. I'm sorta disappointed it's not in the same tradition as the previous version, but at the same time, I'm thankful. I don't think it would have held my attention. It's the story I'm really interested in.

It's no surprise I love wacky games, so it should be no surprise that my life now depends on owning Prey the Stars. What sold me? It's Katamari like gameplay. Remove the entire rolling mechanic and replace it with eating. Yep. Gotta have it.

I also recently have been keeping an eye on Master of the Monster Lair. I've played another game just like this on PSP, and really liked it. Of course I'll get this on DS. What I truly miss is the Dungeon Keeper series. I used to play those games a lot. I loved them. I wish that series was revived.

Oh yeah, Wario Land Shake it also came out yesterday. I knew nothing of this game until we received marketing materials for it. It looks like it could be entertaining, but I never liked Wario.

There's way too much good stuff coming out. I really have to start strategizing my purchases so I'll be able to get the games that really matter to me. There's still a few games that are out that I really want but haven't purchased yet. I may as well start a list.

Guuthulhu's Absolute Must Have List

Who know when and if they'll become immortalized in my entertainment center, but oh well.

Bangai-O (DS) - 160 levels of ****c schmup action coupled with the ability to edit and/or make your own levels sells it.

Magical Starsign (DS) - It's an RPG, looks beautifl, and the price is low enough, lol.

Rondo of Swords (DS) - Atlus has never let me down, so I must own everything they publish. Surprisingly, my store didn't get many copies and I'm still waiting for a resupply so I can buy it.

Luminous Arc (DS) - somehow I missed it, now it's impossible to find. *sigh*

The World Ends With You (DS) - I've played it at work a few times and I should just finally buy it.

FInal Fantasy IV (DS) - I just have to experience it all over again.

Trauma Center (DS) - I've played all of them and would like to own them.

Nanostray 2 (DS) - I've always been a fan of schmups, so I need this.

Arkanoid (DS) - What? It's Arkanoid.

Space Invaders Extreme (DS) - Just because.

Dragon Quest Monsters Joker (DS) - I'm upset I decided to trade it in.

FInal Fantasy Chrystal Chronicles (DS) - I'm a fan of the series.

Twilight Princess (WII) - There's just no excuse.

Fire Emblem Radiant Dawn (WII) - Was always a fan of the series.

Okami (Wii) - loved the ps2 version.

Mario Kart (wii) - it is quite fun.

Final Fantasy Fables (wii) - too cute to pass up.

Opoona (wii) - i have no reason.

Destroy All Monsters Big Willy (Wii) - it's fun. I must have it.

Ratchet & Clank Future Tools of Destruction (PS3) - loved the entire series.

Siren Blood Curse (PS3) - I loved the first one.

Dirt (PS3) - The demo doesn't satisfy me anymore. I need the full game.