16…uhh…15 GAMES ENTER.
14 GET FED TO…water.
1 SURVIVES.
IT’S TIME FOR THE FIRST ANNUAL* FAMIBOARDS BASH AT THE BEACH!
WITHOUT FURTHER ADO, HERE’S “THE LINK” HOWARD LINKLE TO INTRODUCE THE CONTESTANTS.
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ENTERING NUMBER ONE, THE IMMORTAL SUPER MARIO SUNSHINE!
The presumptive favorite entering this tournament, Mario Sunshine enters with the wind (and FLUDD) at its back. The only thing that seems capable of stopping Sunshine-a-mania from running wild over this competition is itself. How deep!
Testimonials for Super Mario Sunshine
“The whole game is about a vacation. It’s hot. You can hang out on a beach. Game isn’t perfect but it definitely nails “summer beach vacation” -
@Derachi
“…sunshine” -
@BozPaggs
”Wahoo” -
@Mr_No_U
”I mean, c'mon. This is pure summer vibes pressed onto a disc. Exploring a tropical locale brimming with sun and surf, listening to some bopping tunes, trying new things, meeting new people, spending some time in a local jail for a bit of light vandalism, thinking "eh, I can make that jump" and immediately being proven oh so very wrong in a hilarious and slightly painful way. Sunshine is peak "what I did over summer vacation" fun and should be on everyone's summer playing list.” -
@BlackthornOrion
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NEXT, FROM PARTS UNKNOWN: STREETPASS: MII PLAZA!
A surprise entry, Streetpass just kind of showed up on our couch and started moaning about how Super Mario Sunshine “sold out”. They chose not to elaborate.
Testimonials for Streetpass: Mii Plaza
”You actually have to go outside to use it, you lazy pieces [of nice things]. Gamescom is in summer and that was always a Streetpass goldmine. Also you barely play it so you enjoy it the summer, as much as you curse the heat, when the sun sets on your last go on the merry-go-round this planet does, you will ask yourself: Could I have gotten every puzzle piece?” -
@jirou
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ACCOMPANYING STREETPASS: MII PLAZA ARE MEMBERS OF THE FLOCK!
ATELIER RYZA: EVER DARKNESS AND THE SECRET HIDEOUT!
ED, EDD, and EDDY: THE MIS-EDVENTURES
AND THE TOURYST!
These strangers can’t help but follow Streetpass around, endlessly pinging their leader with notifications of the same three passerby in its vicinity.
Testimonials for The Flock
“The whole premise of Ed, Edd n Eddy is a group of friends enjoying their summer by pulling a bunch of scams and going on...Edventures. So it should be celebrated in game form! Honorary mention is the Evangelion game on N64 because of all the cicadas in the anime.” -
@Croix22
“It's a game about weird things happening on a summery vacation! You visit several different lil' islands, solve puzzles, take pics, find brochures. You can also play it on every platform, and it runs great on 'em all.” -
@big lantern ghost
“I know this will never win, but still this game is peak summer, you got nice colors, a relaxing vibe, chill and joyful music, and a story that is reminiscent of the kind of summer adventures you can get as a teenager. Heck, even the main theme of the game is called "One Summer's Adventure"! How can you not vote for this?” -
@Party Sklar
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ENTERING NEXT ON A COOL ASS JETSKI, IT’S WAVE RACE 64!
A fan favorite, Wave Race 64 has delighted generations of players with its water physics and sponsored aquatic vehicles. In The Year of The Drake, can Drake Lake claim its stake?
…what do you mean not til 2025?
Testimonials for Wave Race 64
”Wave Race 64” -
@Raccoon
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BEHIND THEM ON A DECIDEDLY LESSER JETSKI, IT’S WAVE RACE BLUE STORM!
Yep!
Testimonials for Wave Race: Blue Storm
”look, when else are you gonna go jetskiing.” -
@freedomseekr
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RUNNING TO THE RING NOW IS CALIFORNIA GAMES!
Did you know that California is the name of a real place?
Testimonials for California Games
“This game just felt like BEACH to me when I was a kid. Only one of the sports is beach-themed but most of the others take place on a beach with the ocean visible or in a costal town. Even the levels that don't are still outdoorsy summer sports. The visual depictions of the beachy outdoors along with the groovin music all contribute to an almost Hollywood-ish summer vibe and while it might not be the most well-known game (or have very good gameplay) it was the first thing that came to mind when the suggestion of "summer games" came up. That's right, even more so than Geoff.” -
@chocolate_supra
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SWINGING IN ON A VINE, IT’S DONKEY KONG COUNTRY: TROPICAL FREEZE!
According to some, this is the best platformer ever made. I don’t know about that, Tim! It has some undeniable seasonal vibes, as can be gleaned from its delightfully oxymoronic name.
Testimonials for Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
“It's about saving the summer vibes on DK Island from the cold Snowmads. Also, Funky Kong and his surfing skills.” -
@SilicaKong20XX
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FROM THE DEPTHS OF OUTER SPACE, IT’S POKÉMON PLATINUM!
The reason your friend was upset about the Diamond and Pearl Remakes joins the fight! I never actually played any of the “definitive” Pokémon games, so I’ll take the nominator’s word for it.
Testimonials for Pokémon Platinum
”For a time, until the remakes came out, I played Platinum every Summer without fail, so I associate it with Summer now.” -
@EvilChameleon
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FROM THE RAFTERS, IT’S “THE ICON” EARTHBOUND!
There’s a different timeline where its sequel gets nominated and promptly booted for being depressing as fuck.
Testimonials for Earthbound
”Wacky ROAD TRIP! Also you visit a beach resort town and the whole game just oozes summer time as a kid with nothing to do in the summer. (Arguably this could also apply to Final Fantasy XV but that's not on Nintendo systems
)” -
@shoptroll
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EMERGING FROM A POOL OF INK, IT’S SPLATOON!
I have no idea how it took this game so long to surface. Perhaps that’s their strategy? Either way, let’s hear what our spectral friend had to say!
Testimonials for Splatoon
“Splatoon games always feel like they take place in constant Summer vacation as a lot of the levels prominently feature bright, warm sun, vacation-like pool and beach destinations, and a fun adventurous attitude through their graphics and music. The big Splatfests feel like Summer night parties as well. Of the three games, I think the first game in particular best captures Peak Summer vibes so I’m nominating it for the Bash at the Beach!” -
@xghost777
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COMING SOON TO A GAME STATION NEAR YOU, IT’S GRÖGOL BONANZA!
Play the demo on itch.io to experience the summer vibes for yourself!
Testimonials for Grögol Bonanza
”What could be more "summer" than getting a mediocre part-time job for a horrible boss, uncovering climate catastrophes, swimming a lot, and egging on queer romances?” -
@Suswave
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FINALLY, UNWELCOME INTERLOPERS THE OUTSIDERS, FEATURING
FINAL FANTASY X
AND BISHI BASHI!
PlayStation games? On my Family Boards web zone? The people have spoken.
Testimonials for The Outsiders
“Blitzball is the ultimate water sport.” -
@meatbag
”It's minigames, can be played with three people, only needs three big coured buttons and is perfect for both small distractions while enjoying the beach or a big competition under the sun. Plus, you can use the name 'Bishi Bashi at the Beach', it feels kinda right! “ -
@7threst
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WHO WILL EMERGE?
WHO WILL SUBMERGE?
ONLY YOU CAN DECIDE!
VOTE NOW!
AND THANK YOU TO @chocolate_supra FOR MAKING MY MONSTERS AND MY FRIEND, GOOSE, FOR VOICING THE INTRODUCTION VIDEO!
. Let's see how Animal Well or PoP prices are right now...
