G-type Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 Since the bombs are so fast and frequent as to be nearly unavoidable, the only way to get a good score is to keep playing over and over until you get a lucky break with the bomb pattern and don't get wiped out by the first row. The upper rows are moderately dodgeable, but barely. To get 500+ you must hit the saucer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason_Atari Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 I just noticed my names on the Track and Field high scores twice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deteacher Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 To those that are worried about breaking their sticks with T-N-F, here's a tip (hopefully) that will help ease your fears: It's all in the wrist. Rather than grab the stick and wildly slam it left and right with all your might, try using a shorter "flick of the wrist" type of movement. For me, it gives me a much faster speed (I've gotten speeds over 1300cm/sec consistently) using this method. Not only that, it doesn't wreck my arm after a game, allowing me to try again. Once you get that shorter, quicker method down, then it's just a matter of timing (on the long jump/javelin) to stopping at the right point and getting the perfect angle. Another tip: Take your time. On the long jump, javelin, it looks like you have unlimited time to make an attempt, so rest up a little if you need to. BTW, I'm using a CX-40. I have a couple slik stiks, but the buttons don't work on them, 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Innit Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 (edited) Space Invaders 16A : 975 Using an PAL cart on a PAL console. I lost my last two lives on 975! Edit: 980 on my NTSC cart. Edited November 6, 2018 by Lord Innit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonesyy Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 (edited) Improvement T-N-F 73,940 Edited November 6, 2018 by Jonesyy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonesyy Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 S.I 16 a 560 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Innit Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 Space Invaders: Game 16/A 1045 Using NTSC cart in PAL console. Actually managed to clear the first wave. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agb Posted November 7, 2018 Share Posted November 7, 2018 (edited) 12,320 Edited November 7, 2018 by agb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Tyler Posted November 7, 2018 Share Posted November 7, 2018 44,580 Using my Xbox One controller, I had a bit more luck. But that damn hammer throw is going to be the end of me! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oyamafamily Posted November 7, 2018 Share Posted November 7, 2018 (edited) Space Invaders, new attempt for Bonus, Game 16 A/A 1275 (with more scores written on my identification paper, and achieved on Nov 6, 2018) Edited November 7, 2018 by oyamafamily 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrMooCowz Posted November 7, 2018 Share Posted November 7, 2018 44,580 Using my Xbox One controller, I had a bit more luck. But that damn hammer throw is going to be the end of me! 52950 I use a 360 controller when I use an emulator. My poor analog stick! And my poor arm/wrist! Also, agree with the hammer throw! I finally got one where I didn't screw it up and thought the angle was decent... and still wasn't enough to continue! Glad I started today and not the last minute. I can rest for a few days and try again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrMooCowz Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 I was going to make a joke about AAA being the greatest and most popular arcade player of all-time, but most of you actually entered initials relevant to your usernames! Good for you and now I feel shame for being lazy about it! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Tyler Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 57,880 Finally beat that darned Hammer Throw! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agb Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 (edited) 285 Edited November 8, 2018 by agb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retrogoober Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 Cant beat the hammer yet, UGH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Spriggy Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 (edited) Track & Field - Game 1 B/B (Arcade) 70,490 Played on: Retropie/cx40 via DB9 adapter/NTSC Rom My top 5 arcade games of all time. Actually built a replica T&F cocktail cabinet years ago. Gr8 fun. BUT .. never played it on the 2600 . Gr8 port. Only played about 7-8 times to post the score. Quite amazing how relatively close it feels to the arcade based on the consoles ability. Felt like I'd played it before! Deteacher's earlier tip is spot on. Short shrows. I clamp the cx40 to the carpet with my left hand (using thumb and index finger), on the bottom left corner of the stick, and short throw wiggle the stick right at the tip. I press the button with my middle left finger. It's not my wiggle hand that is sore, but my left clamp hand!? Some good scores getting posted. Edited November 8, 2018 by Spriggy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonesyy Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 For those that are struggling with the hammer throw, I'm a bit surprised as its by far the easiest event IMO Try this: -Move the joystick once to start the event - don't worry about the joystick again after this point - he speeds up on his own with each rotation -He does 9 rotations, getting faster each time. -Press the button on the 9th rotation when he turns orange and makes the sound. -Any earlier than the 9th rotation and the throw will be under powered -Any later than the 9th rotation and he will foul -Sweet spot for the angle seems to be 40-45 degrees I think You should be guaranteed a 90m minimum throw now, a rested arm, and a new favourite event! If anyone can pass 95m please let me know what I'm doing wrong from above 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldManG Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 For those that are struggling with the hammer throw, I'm a bit surprised as its by far the easiest event IMO Try this: -Move the joystick once to start the event - don't worry about the joystick again after this point - he speeds up on his own with each rotation -He does 9 rotations, getting faster each time. -Press the button on the 9th rotation when he turns orange and makes the sound. -Any earlier than the 9th rotation and the throw will be under powered -Any later than the 9th rotation and he will foul -Sweet spot for the angle seems to be 40-45 degrees I think You should be guaranteed a 90m minimum throw now, a rested arm, and a new favourite event! If anyone can pass 95m please let me know what I'm doing wrong from above Your strategy is spot on. 45 degree angle is best. Have you thrown farther than 92.80? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonesyy Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 Your strategy is spot on. 45 degree angle is best. Have you thrown farther than 92.80? To be honest I'm not sure. Probably not, if you haven't. I feel like I always get over 90m, but I haven't actually monitored it - I will from now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason_Atari Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 Improvement Track and Field 1/B/B/Arcade: 81,710 Does anyone remember in the arcade version if you had too great an angle in the Javelin event, it would hit a bird 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vocelli Posted November 8, 2018 Author Share Posted November 8, 2018 Improvement Track and Field 1/B/B/Arcade: 81,710 Does anyone remember in the arcade version if you had too great an angle in the Javelin event, it would hit a bird I think you had to throw the javelin straight up. You would get 1000 extra points! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+McCallister Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 73440 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Tyler Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 Improvement Track and Field 1/B/B/Arcade: 81,710 Does anyone remember in the arcade version if you had too great an angle in the Javelin event, it would hit a bird Actually it was a UFO, but yes I remember that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonesyy Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 Improvement TnF 78,230 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason_Atari Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 Actually it was a UFO, but yes I remember that! It was definitely a bird, my memory isn't that bad lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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