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Adventure games - from epic sagas to silly platformers, usually containing in-depth storylines, exploration, and fantastic level design. Games in this category are often referred to as "action", "adventure", "strategy", or "role-playing" (RPG) gamesSports games-involve individual and team based contests with points, competition, and some simulation. Games in this category are often referred to as "sports", "racing", and "fighting" games.Shooting games - involve twitch gameplay, intense action, projectile weapons, and action-packed gameplay. Games in this category are often referred to as "first-person shooting", "arcade shooting", and "action" games.

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Welcome to NAdventures, if we feel that you as an adventures fan will be interested in a game or peripheral, we will give it coverage right here on NAdventures. If you enjoy other genres of games in addition to adventures, then be sure to visit NShooters and NSports in order to get your fill of gaming content. Check out http://hub.ngenres.com for the highlight stories from each genre.

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News   The GBA Has a Hidden Contrast Control.
- Posted By Andrew Weatherton, 06.20.2001

Many gamers have been complaining that the GBA's screen is too dark, especially when playing classic Game Boy titles on the new system. If you find the problem unbearable then you might be willing to void your warranty in order to fix the 'problem.' IGN Pocket reports that the GBA has a contrast control, it's just hidden so that users can not access it. Why would Nintendo do this? Because the contrast control or "potentiometer" as it's called is not meant for users adjustment...

Source: IGN Pocket