As much as I think Mega Man would shock everyone, I'm starting to think it will be a Star Fox game from Retro. I also think we will see a Pikmin sequel and Mario game at E3 from Nintendo. F-Zero would be cool, and it is very possible but I dunno if Retro would be bringing it or not. I also can see Pilot Wings and Kid Icarus making their way to Project Cafe pretty soon, I'm just not sure if we'll see it at this E3 though.

I wouldn't be surprised if we get a Luigi's Mansion as well. Seems like it's only a matter of time with motion controls and AR gaming.

As far as Donkey Kong goes, I think it's a pretty safe bet to say that will not be Retro Studios next game. That doesn't mean a new Donkey Kong game isn't on the way, but they would probably pass it along to another developer. Kind of like what they did with Metroid Prime Hunters.

I also want a Kid Icarus game for Project Cafe, but I think that will come from the Project Sora Development team. They worked on both Super Smash Bros. and are working on Kid Icarus for the 3DS.

However, Retro developing Kid Icarus would be very interesting. Star Fox also would be pretty crazy. I'm officially excited.

Metroid Prime hands down. That game launched in 2002 and there is still not another game like it... (other than Prime 2 and 3 of course) I prefer to call it a First Person Adventure game...

The latest issue of Game Informer reported that Retro Studios is already developing a Project Cafe Title. Furthermore, they quoted sources within Retro Studios saying that they're working on a title that "everyone wants them to do."

I will be the first to admit the vagueness of that comment. But for the fun of it, let's roll with this... A title everyone wants them to do... I'm going to eliminate this being either Donkey Kong or Metroid, simply because they have already done it. Let's say that a title everyone wants them to do is not a title they have already done.

That being said... what do you think this title will be?

My pick, and hopeful groundbreaking launch title for the Wii 2/Project Cafe, has to be Nintendo, Retro Studios, and Capcom teaming up and finally bringing Mega Man to the next generation. I couldn't imagine any other studio besides Retro being up for the task.

They already turned an iconic 2D side scrolling game with a hero or heroine with an arm canon and power suit into one of the best and most original games to date with Metroid Prime. Why not do the same with Mega Man?

Imagine a game that stays true to the feel, abilities, gear, pacing, and design of mega man, but put in a first person adventure game with powerful graphics. I want a personal game that puts me in the world of Mega Man, I want crazy particle effects, lighting, reflections, re-mastered classic music, original bosses, several arm cannons and abilities… It could be masterful… It could be a system seller at launch… It could be another ground breaking original title…

It could also be wishful thinking….

What game do you want Retro Studios to bring to the Wii 2/Project Café??

I've noticed that for me the truly timeless classics are the games that focused more on artstyle and story / presentation.

Planescape Torment - Over a decade since it's release it's still the best storyline and writing in a game, and I'd also say the best Western RPG ever made.

Day of the Tentacle - The game came out in 1993...going on 20 years later it's still just as fun to play and it's a look has held up well over time.

Grim Fandango - Great unique looking game to this day and one of the coolest settings and storylines in a game.

The Longest Journey - Still one of the best adventure games ever made and one of the best stories in a game. It's look also has held well over time.

Okami - This is the closest anyone has come to a "Zelda-like" game experience, in fact, I would say in some areas this game managed to beat Zelda at it's own game. This is also one of the most artistic games ever made. The whole look is like an artistic canvas come to life.

ICO - It's no surprise that 10 years after this game was released, it's getting ported to a new generation practically as is aside from a resolution upgrade...and still looks every bit as good. Definitely one of the best and most atmospheric and artistic games ever created.

Shadow of the Colossus - Same as ICO.

Metroid Prime - Going on over a decade since this game released, and it's still a defining game in the genre that hasn't really been topped. I don't think any game has really blended first-person-action-shooting with adventure as well as this game did. Not to mention, it's still a good looking game.

The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker - People mocked the cell-shaded look when it first released...ironically, it's that very artistic approach that has allowed the game to hold up well visually over all these years. This is still one of the best entries in the entire series.

Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time - Excellent atmospheric action-adventure with a great artistic look that has held up well since 2003.

Silent Hill / Silent Hill 2 / Silent Hill 3 - Next to Amnesia: The Dark Descent, the original Silent Hill is still probably the creepiest game ever made, even over a decade after it's release. Silent Hill 2 upped the ante by going more psychological, and Silent Hill 3 was the perfect sequel to the original story, capping off the original's story is an excellent way. To me, the series, at least the true series, is a trilogy consisting of these games.
The graphics are definitely dated in the original game, and to an extent in Silent Hill 2...but the Atmosphere is still there.
Silent Hill 3 is a whole other story...it's graphics and visuals have definitely held up very well since it's release in 2003. In fact, it still has some of the best character models I've seen in a game, on any platform, to the point that the in-game character model details are literally practically as good as the cutscenes. It's amazing that this was a game on PS2 (and later PC) released back in 2003...cause it looks for more advanced. Best of all, the gameplay is there as is the great story that connects perfectly with the original.

Half-Life / Half-Life: Opposing Force - It graphics my be dated, but there's something about the original HL and it's awesome expansion that make it just as much fun to play as it was back in 1998 / 1999. Valve really captured magic in the genre, and imo it wasn't matched until HL2 released in 2004. Half-Life was really a defining entry in the genre.

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I haven't played some of those first ones, or the Silent Hill series, but generally I agree with you. Some of those games are my all time favorite games. I think they bring more to the table in terms of design, originality and presentatition. And generally they use there own gaming engine.

Out of curiosity, what does everyone think will be the games moving forward that people will be talking about 10 years from now.

The game that I am most excited about is The Last Guardian. An obvious choice, but I believe it will deliver in the best possible way. I think there is a lot to be excited about, but unfortunately nothing real original that will stand out on the way. The economy probably has at least a little to do with that.

Mine has always been Super Mario World. However just recently I purchased the Metroid Prime Trilogy and am revisiting Metroid Prime. Now it's only been 8 years or so, but I am astonished at how much of an instant classic that game is. Truely original, there really hasn't been much to compare with it in the current generation of gaming. And after revisiting it's definitely one of my top all time games.

I have fond memories of a lot of games, but not all of them hold up. I just downloaded and replayed Perfect Dark for example. It was nostalgic for sure, but that is all.

How about you, what game will you play 10 years from now and have the same experience as day one? Preferably something with some meat to it. Obviously Pac man, Tetris, or donkey kong hold up for a lot of people. I would say 16 bit and on.

I have really been tempted to get more games because it's the launch of a new system. But I am happy I have restrained myself . All I picked up was Pilotwings. I almost got Street Fighter, but I told myself I would stop buying fighting games at full price. I'm always dissapointed when I drop a ton of cash on a fighting game. Pilotwings is really all I need for now. Can't wait for June.

I know a lot of people are on the Street Fighter train, but for me personally, everytime I buy a fighting game at full price, which oddly I've done a lot, I always regret it. I don't think it's the way to go.

I think PilotWings is the obvious choice, and I for one think it should come packed in with the system. It may not be as good as the previous titles, but there is a nice challenge there, and it showcases the 3D pretty good so you can show it off to your family and such. After a lot of thought, and fighting the temptation to get 2 games for a new system, it's the only game I'm getting at launch.

I think the only other game worthy of some serious consideration is Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars. It's an orignal take on the series and it seems like a lot of effort went into it. I'm not that desperate for a strategy RPG though, so I will wait. There will be a better one in a year or so.

If you are really wanting another game to show off the 3D though, I would say Super Monkey Ball. It seems like they handled the 3D pretty well. IGN even said the main game is the best since the original. I would just avoid the Fighting and Racing. I for one have never played any of the Super Monkey Ball mini games, I wish they would just cut them and work on the main game some more. This is kind of tempting to me, but there will be another Super Monkey Ball effort in a few years that will probably be better. I still have my GC original if I get a monkey ball itch.

Honestly, it's ok just to get 1 game. I know it's tempting to get more, but just get a few more DS games. By June you'll have Zelda and MGS. And the fall line up is looking nice. By Christmas everyone will have 5 or 6 quality games in there library. That's not to shabby.

Whats the word? Has anyone heard when they'll start posting reviews?

ok, my bad. I have come across some new videos on youtube. I guess I just need to go on youtube more. If all of this footage is on youtube how come the "respected" gaming sites aren't giving us some high quality footage. Isn't that a large part of their job.

This footage is cool, but the quality is terrible. Either way, can't wait for the 3DS!