#37: Diddy Kong Racing (Nintendo 64)
Release Date: November 24, 1997
Diddy Kong Racing is an important game to me, as it was a game that was a first in many aspects. It was my first Nintendo 64 game, my first 3D game, and most importantly, my first Nintendo game (forever changing my alliegance from Sega to Nintendo). And while I'll always remember this game because of those points, Diddy Kong Racing makes my top 50 because it is first and foremost a fun and great game. It sets itself apart from Mario Kart by having a focus on a single player adventure, where winning races gain you access to secrets, different paths, and even bosses to face. In fact, traveling to outer space and facing final Wizpig was one of the fondest memories I've had in gaming. Also, the muliplayer was extrodinarily fun, especially the battle mode. 10x rockets ftw!
Main: Pipsy the mouse
Favorite vehicle: While the airplane is awesome, I can't deny my love for the classic kart. The hoverboat can suck it though.
#36: Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn (Wii)
Release Date: November 5, 2007
Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn is a brilliant game (Well all these games are brilliant, but still...). It really feels like the pinnacle of the franchise, with a wonderful and engaging story full of twists and turns (and still grabbing your attention past the 30 hour mark), awesome characters that you grow attached to, the ability to save MID GAME (I know right?!), and awesome cut scenes (not much of a cut scene person actually, but these really punctuate important story developments, and the art style is just gorgeous). I really can't say how much I've enjoyed this game, and with so many characters to choose from and grow, I easily played this game twice through and things still felt fresh. I'm really glad I found the franchise with Path of Radiance, but Radiant Dawn is the game that made me a fan for life.
Favorite Laguz Character: Lethe (Never forget Mr Khan... never forget :P)
Awesome: Playing as the Black Knight (<3 Eclipse)
