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NTSC-uk opened on May 1st 2001, and our aim is to provide
the latest news and reviews on videogames across all game formats. We
are primarily import gamers, but aim to review whatever games we are playing
so cover Japanese and American NTSC games, PAL games, Portable games and PC games.
We are based in the UK, but staff and readers hail from all over the globe.
If you would like to contact us please email us at webmaster@NTSC-uk.com
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Statement Of
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- NTSC-uk was created by fans of videogames for
fans of videogames. Everyone who inputs into the site is excited
about the gaming scene and chooses to write about them through affection,
not for personal gain.
- NTSC-uk is completely independent. A few retailers
advertise on the site, but have no say in any of the editorial content.
All views and opinions are those of the writer.
- We are first and foremost an import site because
we believe importing provides a wider choice and better quality
to gamers. We are keen to spread the word about importing and non-importers
are welcome. We are happy to provide advice on any aspect of importing,
no matter how small the query.
- We dont aim to cover every release, only
the interesting ones, from the bigger games to the smaller import
only titles.
- Our reviews are totally unbiased and we are
unafraid to differ from popular opinion. Our reviewers come from
a broad base and their names are printed on all reviews, so readers
can get to know their differing tastes. We accept that not everyone
will agree with our reviews and we have provided a feedback forum.
Readers are encouraged to leave feedback, whatever their views.
- Our reviews have a 1-10 grading system, with
10 being the best. Unlike many other sites, our middle ground
or average mark is 5, which we believe to be a fair and accurate
score for an 'average' game.
- We will try to cover important hardware releases
and events where deemed appropriate.
- We embrace the modding scene and emulation,
but do not advocate piracy of current systems in anyway. We will
give advice on all aspects of importing and modding, except where
such advice is only in the interests of piracy.
- We are heavily into the retro and collection
scene and encourage members to take pride in their collections.
- We have a popular trading forum which members
use at their own risk. We have provided a feedback and wanted items
folder to complement this. The site will attempt to resolve any
disputes between members, but ultimately any purchase is buyer beware.
- We encourage a free flowing, open community,
Suggestions and ideas are welcomed. Moderation of the site is a
necessity, but we try and maintain an even hand at all times. The
friendly atmosphere of the site is always of utmost importance.
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Getting personal |
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Special Thanks...
NTSC-uk would like to extend special thanks to
Rob Bowker,
Stephen Pringle,
Dave Ward,
Simon Dominguez,
Trevor Bradbury,
Tom Salter,
Geoff Denyer, Adam Stone,
Pete Johns,
James Lafferty
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Richard Davies, Marcus Jullion, Robert J. White,
Duncan Harris,
Jason Newton, Ollie Barder, Stuart Peake,
Ben Mottershead, Christian
Kemp, Jez Overton,
Mark Williams,
Jonathan Mace,
Robert Faulks, Stephen Murphy, Stuart Bevan, Carl Hitchborn, Michael
Corbin, Mark Thomson, Simon Owusu, Adrian Walker, Stephan Dolby, Rob Cook,
Hugh Allen, Russell Beaument, Jason Brown, David Bond, Kent Yip, Bob Compton, Peter Grant, Andrew Courtenay, Simon Taor,
Wasim
Ahmed, Mark McGarry, Mark Williams, Muhammed Durranni,
Justin
Macumber, Ian Clements, John Szczepaniak and Richard Fletcher whose
assistance is greatly appreciated.
Edge Magazine Issue 101 Website of The Month
"Import gaming may be an acquired taste but it's essential for the
purity of the latest Japanese releases. Ntsc-uk is a group of dedicated
gamers offering advice on how to acquire both past and present ntsc classics.
With a clean presentation and a passionate writing style, the site also
indulges in reviews, previews and features. Let them make turgid letter-boxed
games a thing of the past in your home."
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A moment of your time if we may... by Mark Jullion
Julian Michaels was a close personal friend of
mine, whilst was also a popular and much liked member on our forum
known as Alphacentauri, who tragically died on Sunday, 2nd March
2003, one day short of his 27th birthday
On behalf of everyone here at NTSC-uk, we all
offer our condolences to his family and friends who have suffered
greatly through this terrible loss.
I've met few, if any, people in my life with as
much passion for gaming as Julian, and he was an influence to many
people, including myself, over the years that we knew him. A very
caring and thoughtful person, this loss has affected us all, and
we appreciate your taking a moment to reflect on a life ended so
cruelly and prematurely due to a long term illness.
May he rest in peace.
The following page consists of comments,
memories and condolences posted by members of NTSC-uk's forum. If
you would like to add a message, please email me at webmaster@ntsc-uk.com
where I will be happy to do this for you.
>In
memory of Julian Michaels<
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