Vote For The Retro Game We Tackle Next For The Deepest Dive!
Added 2024-08-22 14:11:56 +0000 UTCAfter a long stretch of covering new games with The Deepest Dive, we heard the community's outcry to go back and tackle something from the past with a multi-part game club discussion. To help support some of the Game Informer editors who lost their job when the magazine shut down, we let four of them choose the retro game they'd want to cover the most with The Deepest Dive. MinnMax folks will be on every option in the poll as well, although the final crew is always subject to change depending on schedules. You have until Monday to lock in your choice for which game we cover next in a two-part discussion for The Deepest Dive! Feel free to politely make your case in the comments for one game over another. Thanks for supporting independent games media and letting us extend some support for the former Game Informer folks!
Kid Icarus: Uprising (2012) - As one of Charles Harte's favorite games, we'd jump into this unique-controlling 3DS gem from the creator of Smash Bros. The 3DS eShop is down, so you'd have to get a physical version to play along. The crew would presumably consist of Charles Harte, Kyle Hilliard, Ben Hanson, Kelsey Lewin, and potentially a special guest. (11.5 Hours - How Long To Beat)
Mirror's Edge (2008) - Alex Van Aken wants to go back and unpack DICE's parkour-centric first-person cult classic. The game is available on Steam and it looks like you can also still buy it on Xbox, or you can stream it on PlayStation via its classics collection. The crew would presumably consist of Alex Van Aken, Charles Harte, Jacob Geller, and Leo Vader. (6 Hours - How Long To Beat)
Mega Man X (1993) - Kyle Hilliard wants to play one of his favorite games of all time to celebrate the blue bomber's appearance in Funko Fusion presumably? This challenging and tight-controlling platformer would be the first 2D action game we've covered for The Deepest Dive. The Mega Man X Legacy collection is available for all modern consoles. The crew would presumably consist of Kyle Hilliard, Ben Hanson, Ross "The Star Wars Guy" Pfund, Bryan Vore, and possibly a special guest. (3.5 Hours - How Long To Beat)
God of War (2005) - As a big fan of character action games, Marcus Stewart thought it'd be interesting to go back and play the original God of War for the PS2. For a modern console option, you can stream the game on PS5. The crew would presumably consist of Marcus Stewart, Kelsey Lewin, Jacob Geller, Kyle Hilliard, and Charles Harte. (9 Hours - How Long To Beat)
Choose wisely, the poll ends on Sunday night. The Deepest Dive for the winning option will begin soon, we'll share exact dates for the two-part discussion after the poll ends. As always, any help spreading the word about MinnMax and The Deepest Dive is appreciated!
Comments
When is the first episode?
Troy Hardester
2024-08-27 02:30:44 +0000 UTCDO ALL FOUR!! DO ALL FOUR!! (Respectfully)
Jethrin
2024-08-26 22:09:27 +0000 UTCJacob joked about the competitive nature of this poll, and I have to admit I actually do feel a bit bad pitting GI alumni against each other for a small project and some amount of financial reward! I want them all to get a leg up and it feels bad to choose!
Patrick Polk
2024-08-26 17:11:03 +0000 UTCMirror's Edge would be quite a short Deepest Dive... Give me a reason to finally play Kid Icarus Uprising, MinnMax!
Braulio Martinez
2024-08-25 16:35:52 +0000 UTCI was hoping it would win too. I never played it but would love an excuse to and I think it would be the most interesting to talk about.
Justin Ray
2024-08-24 21:26:59 +0000 UTCMega Man Twitter 😂
Big Jon
2024-08-23 16:40:54 +0000 UTCPicking Mirror’s Edge because it’s the only game I own in this list and it’s been sitting in my library unplayed for many years. It’ll be fun to play along with everyone for the deepest dive :D
wawa
2024-08-23 15:34:56 +0000 UTCI would enjoy watching all of these at some point if possible.
JELDER
2024-08-23 13:41:45 +0000 UTCAll these choices are fantastic but more people need to know how great Kid Icarus Uprising is!
David Tibble
2024-08-23 13:28:39 +0000 UTCSure thing!
Ben Hanson
2024-08-23 12:19:48 +0000 UTCMega Man X is a great opportunity to talk level design and mechanics, and having finished all of these games before, MMX is the best (and most fun to play) by a mile. Fair warning though: if it's your first time, you are not finishing this game in 3.5 hours.
Spencer
2024-08-23 12:11:12 +0000 UTCLove both 2 and 4 as options, Any reason thou to shine a spotlight on OG GoW trilogy, to show Sony that the people want a remaster (or at least a port) - as a way to play these games on PC! C’mon Next project for PlayStation Publishing!! 📣
Thorn23
2024-08-23 11:02:58 +0000 UTCMega Man X!!! It’s one of the greatest games of all time! The soundtrack alone deserves it!
Ryan Mcginnis
2024-08-23 10:51:39 +0000 UTCThis poll is set as "choose all that apply". Are we allowed to vote for more than one?
CoupdeGravy
2024-08-23 10:18:33 +0000 UTCIt’s a lot of fun but not $70 worth of fun if you know what I mean
Patrick Hynes
2024-08-23 05:33:23 +0000 UTCIt’s a shame kid Icarus likely won’t get it, I loved that game growing up!!!
Patrick Hynes
2024-08-23 05:32:40 +0000 UTCI'm really stoked that Mirror's Edge is leading. May I recommend that, if it is possible, we include the Pure Time Trial DLC as part of the dive? It was ground breaking for me, as it was the first DLC that I remember being excited about when the term "DLC" was still a bit of a dirty word amongst gamers. I would also recommend a thread in the dive channel for people to post their times on different levels.
Vilis
2024-08-23 05:04:12 +0000 UTCYeah but is game worth it? Hate they closed the store online
Troy Hardester
2024-08-23 01:58:48 +0000 UTCDon't worry kid has no chance of winning
Gavin C
2024-08-23 01:57:41 +0000 UTCLETS GOOOO MIRROR’S EDGE
Kert419
2024-08-23 01:37:30 +0000 UTCDon’t really wanna spend 70 on kid but should I? I have 2ds
Troy Hardester
2024-08-22 23:54:06 +0000 UTCAlways down for Mirrors Edge talk. Or a excuse to play it. I don't think any other parkour themed game has nailed it as well as this, and that includes the sequel. Psyched to see it leading the pack, but there's no bad choice here.
RedMption
2024-08-22 23:28:28 +0000 UTCI am rooting for Mirror's Edge or Kid Icarus. Happy to see a retro deepest dive. Perhaps GTA: Chinatown Wars for a DD in the future?
Michael Berry
2024-08-22 22:26:33 +0000 UTClook... I know it's in last place.... But Kid Icarus Uprising is COOL
Anton Pinkerton
2024-08-22 22:17:39 +0000 UTCKid Icarus Uprising is my all time favorite game. There’s so many cool little details within the levels to talk about alongside all the fun ideas it brings to the table.
Kyle Silva
2024-08-22 22:12:59 +0000 UTCI cast my vote, but honestly I don’t care which one wins! Great choices all around.
Lanthian
2024-08-22 22:05:20 +0000 UTCNOOOOOO, KID ICARUS IS IN LAST PLACE
Grant Kelly Walker
2024-08-22 22:04:49 +0000 UTCMega man X’s ending is enough that I’d love a deep dive on
Tonytheswordsman
2024-08-22 20:56:39 +0000 UTCWow, lots of votes on this one! Great to see it!! Looking forward to content from any of these folks
alexok37
2024-08-22 20:48:08 +0000 UTCGotta try and remember where all the hidden capsules are on Mega Man X now…
Cardiac
2024-08-22 20:34:55 +0000 UTCEven if Mega Man X doesn't win, I'm loving all these positive comments. It's an SNES all-timer!
Ross Pfund
2024-08-22 19:44:20 +0000 UTCI hope we get a Kid Icarus Remake so it gets its proper time in the spotlight and for all my fellow lefties.
Luca Alberti
2024-08-22 18:03:27 +0000 UTChaving a large group go over what made the original god of war so awesome, after the newer god of wars changed everyones mind about what god of war is, would be really neat to listen to.
ryan
2024-08-22 17:57:02 +0000 UTCMy profile picture is an icon that a friend drew for me based on the Mirror's Edge logo because of how much I love that game. So there's only one option for me
Ampex
2024-08-22 17:36:48 +0000 UTCI would love the excuse to dust of the 3DS for Kid Icarus, but if other people aren't so interested in that - fingers crossed Nintendo eventually does a port and we can revisit this DD option. Mirror's Edge I'm also happy with as I already own that - I weirdly had a performance problem with it on Steam Deck but I think it just needed one setting changed to fix.
Lamb Dance
2024-08-22 16:13:38 +0000 UTCRegardless of which game is ultimately chosen, even a single video to highlight the absurdity of the Kid Icarus controls would be cool.
Frank Forte
2024-08-22 15:39:47 +0000 UTCOh, man. Mega Man X, that is - I just played through it again the other day. I'm with Kyle! One of the all-time greats!
Gabriel Cleveland
2024-08-22 15:26:24 +0000 UTCKid Icarus is the one I need to play here but of course it has no chance
Tanner Hoisington
2024-08-22 15:21:42 +0000 UTCWow really mirrors edge?!?! Nooooo
Gooseberry
2024-08-22 15:21:02 +0000 UTCNever played a Mega Man. Now's the perfect time!
KickinIt
2024-08-22 15:19:54 +0000 UTCAs an homage to Game Informer you should make a Deepest Dive “cover” for each one. Would be an awesome way to visual each one and cement their place in history. The covers can feature the guests and inside jokes relating to the discussion.
Dru Marcus
2024-08-22 15:06:53 +0000 UTCSeeing a game from 2012 listed as retro gave me an existential crisis.
Kevin Kennedy
2024-08-22 15:02:04 +0000 UTCExtremely close between Mirror’s Edge and original God of War for me. Loved Mirror’s Edge, but I’m curious to look back at God of War and see the difference.
Boondock-Bandit
2024-08-22 14:55:42 +0000 UTCOpening chests in god of war of is so bad, you have to mash R2 and that does not go well with analog triggers on modern controllers
neuroflare
2024-08-22 14:43:33 +0000 UTCWait, what happened to all that talk about Earthbound? Did I miss an announcement?
Herb Alamo
2024-08-22 14:40:55 +0000 UTCI bought Kid Icarus Uprising back in the day but barely played it, so would love an excuse to return to it again! 😁
Kaizoku Risu
2024-08-22 14:39:31 +0000 UTCJust want to say I am so happy to see an older game get tackled for the deepest dive.
Justin Ray
2024-08-22 14:39:04 +0000 UTCMegaMan Battle Network
Richard Hayes
2024-08-22 14:35:07 +0000 UTCI just want more Kid Icarus, but would be more than happy about Megaman X
Jon Martin
2024-08-22 14:34:38 +0000 UTCJacob may have been right about Mirror's Edge. It's right in that sweet spot of time and I think enough people are curious enough about how it holds up. But God of War would also be good.
Michael Lane
2024-08-22 14:33:14 +0000 UTCX1 a goat game, if it doesn’t win people should still play it!
Patrick G
2024-08-22 14:31:20 +0000 UTCI feel seen! Haha
BEEFCAKE
2024-08-22 14:29:47 +0000 UTCThese are all great options!
JHerb
2024-08-22 14:29:12 +0000 UTCc'mon retroooooooooooooo
skatestreets.game
2024-08-22 14:28:20 +0000 UTCMissing the boat with all the Legacy of Kain momentum ;)
Red O Magnus
2024-08-22 14:27:20 +0000 UTCmega man X was such a huge leap in quality for the series and showed off the SNES too, talk it!
Bloody Waffle
2024-08-22 14:26:39 +0000 UTCThey're all such good picks! Could the 2nd place game have a Max Spoilers?
DarkFishDays
2024-08-22 14:25:51 +0000 UTCIf Mirror’s Edge wins, I would recommend reaching out to Mike Minotti. He loves that game
Mackenzie Adams
2024-08-22 14:25:02 +0000 UTCHear this person out!
Ben Hanson
2024-08-22 14:24:52 +0000 UTCI just took 10 points of psychic damage seeing Mirros Edge referred to as retro
Steve B
2024-08-22 14:23:19 +0000 UTCCmon Megaman!
Stephen Rigney
2024-08-22 14:23:13 +0000 UTCMega Man X would be such a fun Deepest Dive. It'll also just be an easy one to play along with.
Jordan Brown
2024-08-22 14:23:05 +0000 UTCAs long as we get more Charles, it's a win for everyone :)
Stevo
2024-08-22 14:22:15 +0000 UTCNever played the OG Mirror’s Edge. This would be a good reason to try it out!
Zach
2024-08-22 14:22:05 +0000 UTCI loved Kid Icarus, but an excuse to play God of War again would be fun. I like Mirror’s Edge as a speedrun, it’s sort of spoiled the “regular” version of the game for me.
AdhorrableDesigns
2024-08-22 14:21:41 +0000 UTCMy write in vote: Tomba!
BEEFCAKE
2024-08-22 14:21:37 +0000 UTCI've not heard enough people talk about Mirror's Edge in detail and not just mention the concept in passing, so it would be pretty special to get a deepest dive on it!
HaulingGas
2024-08-22 14:21:25 +0000 UTCI’m hoping Mirror’s Edge wins! I’ve got… Faith! 😁
The Sleepy MailMan
2024-08-22 14:21:21 +0000 UTCI've had Mega Man X on my list for awhile, give me a good reason to plug in the Mini Snes too!
Mootkinstein
2024-08-22 14:19:09 +0000 UTCI want all of them! However, I'd really like to see the original God of War, since I've only played the most recent two games.
Knobby Buckles (Dave)
2024-08-22 14:17:25 +0000 UTCwas playing mirrors edge yesterday it's a really special game
Medicine Seller
2024-08-22 14:16:54 +0000 UTCI could really use a good excuse to play Kid Icarus.
Tommy Ostrenga
2024-08-22 14:16:41 +0000 UTCMirror's Edge is one of my all time fav games! I still exercise to it's soundtrack!
Keegan Mobley
2024-08-22 14:16:22 +0000 UTCAnything but god of war
Logan Young
2024-08-22 14:16:05 +0000 UTCBeen too long since I played God of War, let's go!
Parmetheus
2024-08-22 14:15:18 +0000 UTCTeam Kid Icarus all the way!
Michael Christoffel
2024-08-22 14:15:07 +0000 UTCMega Man X is one of my favorite games of all time.
Nick from Atlanta
2024-08-22 14:14:32 +0000 UTC
