007 Nightfire Game Boy Advance Review | James Bond in Your Pocket

[@foryoureyesonly8926]

My boy Calvin never disappoints!

[@calvindyson]

Haha I hope not to! Hope you enjoy :)

[@SB992REBORN]

@@calvindyson time for Nightfire on PC!!!

[@BenCol]

12:16 Due to the GBA’s small resolution, I can’t tell if that’s meant to be a pattern on the carpet or if that level has a rat problem.

[@calvindyson]

Possibly both!

[@TomGallagherSuperboyBeyond]

Didn't even know this version of nightfire existed. But then to be honest, i doubt Pierce Brosnan does either.

[@holosbachstudios9122]

This video is just proof that calvin is gonna do anything to not talk about nsna

[@FromVadimWithLove]

17:05 - Is this making you wet? - Thankfully, my martini is still dry 😁

[@alexmckinley79]

Always makes my day seeing a new Dyson upload.

[@jackbassindale4336]

The game reviews are by far my favourites 😁 this made my otherwise hellish Sunday a little bit more tolerable! Thanks Calvin, stay safe 👌

[@calvindyson]

Thanks, Jack! Glad you enjoy them, they’re some of my favourite to put together! Hope you enjoy the rest of the day 😁

[@stuffedsheepshead]

I love that Calvin is covering some of the more niche versions!

[@DD-kk9jj]

Mate, it's such a nostalgic video for me. I remember playing Nightfire on my gameboy when I was like 8 or 10, can't cleary say. But OMG what a fun it was. I don't know why, but I found some of the levels kind of creepy, so I needed to call my friend to go through it together haha. Not only it was sometimes creepy, but damn hard to complete some of the levels, especially that eight mission where you need to find omega sector if I remember clear. Damn, I couldn't complete that level for like a month! But what a relief it was when I finally succeeded. But then after a year or two my cartridge with no reason just stopped working. Although I completed all the missions for a couple of times, I was really sad to not being to play it anymore. And then some years ago I found myself downloading PC version what reminded me of gameboy experience, but improved. Ah, good old days... I only turn my 18 like a month ago, but mate, I already miss my childhood :( Keep it up Calvin! Cheers from Ukraine💙💛

[@daxwhitston5656]

Man, this is the earliest I've been on a Calvin dyson upload, good to see youtube will send me notifications for new uploads

[@calvindyson]

I’m grateful you’re here so early! 😁😁 appreciate it!

[@CubsMug]

Really enjoying the Bond game reviews you do from time to time.

[@BrozzaBond4007]

I just about lost my breathe and fainted laughing out loud during that OHMSS skit 😂😂😂

[@DarthRushy]

No Time To Die will literally come out before Calvin finally agrees to read more John Gardner XD

[@BenCol]

I don’t blame him.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

@@BenCol I'd probably try and burn through them [say a book a week] to get it over with

[@BenCol]

@@jamesatkinsonja Or maybe alternate Gardner/non-Gardner - just to break it up, as the JG books do get a bit samey.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

@@BenCol Out of interest, what do you think of the Raymond Benson books? [for me there a step up from Gardner but feel a bit like fan fiction at times[

[@BenCol]

@@jamesatkinsonja So far, the only novel I’ve read of his is ‘Zero Minus Ten’, which I enjoyed. I think Benson’s got a better grasp of Bond’s character than Gardner ever did. The opening chapter where Bond has a holiday home in Jamaica that used to belong to an English journalist (wink wink) felt a bit too on the nose, but apart from that I thought it was very good. It certainly felt like a Bond book. I’m looking forward to reading the rest of his output, as opposed to Gardner where I was more reading them out of a sense of completionist obligation. Though I did seek out his short story ‘Blast from the Past’, and yeah, I get what you mean about fan-fic. It felt like Benson was going “hey, who remembers the ending of YOLT?” more than writing an actual story.

[@evanhanley6437]

According to former Eurocom designers and very early footage of the PlayStation 2 version on IGN, the game was originally going to resemble Agent Under Fire, hence why you see the AUF version of Bond and Zoe early on along with the tweaked health barrel. They weren't able to get Pierse Brosnan involved until near the end of development. Love the use of Nightfire music Calvin.

[@johnwells5414]

I loved the early 2000s Pierce Brosnan style Bond games! I remember pretending that I was playing a new Bond movie. Good times (:

[@nicktalksbond]

I remember playing this when it was released and my 10 year old self was amazed by it being played on a GBA SP.

[@HALOMOVIEMUSIC]

It’s so good for PS2, the multiplayer was sick.

[@Cyklopz007]

This is my favourite of your game reviews thus far. Awesome video dude!

[@Kessler1996]

What a fascinating oddity! This is the review for Nightfire port I never about, and never hope to play - this looks a grim user experience, but you really did take a bullet for us in reviewing it! Nice work as ever, Calvin xx

[@jamesatkinsonja]

11:38 that text takes a quite surprising and sad scene in the PS2 game and makes it unintentionally funny!

[@tom47883]

Calvin back with another amazing video. Well done!

[@calvindyson]

Thanks very much! 😁😁

[@Ddubswest]

Great video as always Calvin. I never actually got to the end when I played this back in the day so it’s interesting to see how it plays out. Keep up the great work. 😊

[@calvindyson]

Thanks, David! Hope you’re keeping well! 😁😁

[@KalEl290]

Another hugely entertaining video! Bow tie Calvin sitting uninvited with a creepy smile on his friend’s couch at a moment’s notice was hilarious! I never played this game. Graphics and controls aside it still looks kinda fun...

[@b.chaline4394]

I'm not sure why, but that screenshot of Keiko getting fried underneath the rocket actually makes more sorry for her than the cutscene in the PS2 version does :/

[@NoContextRDH]

Calvin you should try and get hold of the producer for NightFire Joel Wade for a q&a interview.. He’s on Twitter, it would be so interesting

[@maverickay5807]

That was one of your best openings yet, great timing and funny comedy! XD

[@GummyMoon]

Oh man.. I remember having to play this version when I had to sell my PS2. It was so difficult for me that I had to put on cheat codes and play that way. As much as I hated the controls I was still impressed by the audio and graphics, how the enemies have some callouts and how the music are not chiptune versions, but the actual recordings from the original game (though very low quality).

[@WhiteJarrah]

10:00 The astronaut training level is how it played out in the PC version.

[@chrishewson4283]

The idea of a stealth mission for this game fills one with either relief that they can relax, or dread about what might come. 😂 I'm reminded of a funny stealth mission experience in Syphon Filter. I tried for so long to sneak through a level I was told to sneak through, but it turns out you're meant to quietly gun down each guard one by one, and leave a trail of corpses from the start of the level to the end, and somehow nobody notices. xD That sprite of Alura up close is scary!

[@calvindyson]

HA! Stealth levels in general are very hit and miss for me personally but with THESE controls and THESE graphics, boy... 😅😅 and yeah some of the sprites are quite terrifying. All the women in particularly seem to have Olive Oil style limbs!

[@TheAbidingDude95]

This really is like the 007 version of Doom, and yet even that is a diss against the original game.

[@Videogamewalkthrough]

So happy to discover your channel! A well rounded James Bond nerd just like myself😂😂 can’t wait to explore more 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@hamzahasan3361]

I played mine on my DS .it was first bond game I owned and I think its works well enough

[@cerealfibre6938]

Good evening, Mr Dyson. I did have 007 Nightfire on PS2 and it still works after nearly 18 years of getting it for Christmas. I wish Nightfire could be a James Bond Film, not just a James Bond Game for James Bond fans.

[@calvindyson]

That’s excellent! My GameCube version still works a treat on the Nintendo Wii too. Only reason I keep my old consoles these days is so I can play the old Bond games 😅

[@cerealfibre6938]

@@calvindyson Ah those where the days of James Bond games.😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@sgtfrozty]

007's STOP IT: Handheld Edition

[@TheSpacey52]

Nice new haircut. Ever considered going with Pierce Brosnan's The World is not Enough look?

[@samanthamaccleod8432]

He should do it!

[@Thatguy55595]

Dude you are so good at making videos

[@calvindyson]

Thank you very much! I’m happy you’re enjoying them 😁

[@doctorg5056]

Anyone else find it really sad that one of Calvin's best friends in childhood was actually just himself? 🥺

[@kinneticsand5787]

That's... do you have to point out all the flaw's in people's childhoods??

[@lazysmurf6472]

10:33 I can't tell if that was edited or if it was a audio error

[@goldeneyebannedx2492]

Hey @Calvin Dyson I love your videos!!! this was my only exposure to nightfire until recently when i booted up an emulator and played nightfire on home consoles thank you calvin for finally putting an end to the nightmare that is Nightfire GBA Version!!! (PS. I hope you can play the Quantum of Solace PS2 Version as that is a COMPLETELY different [And better] version!!!)

[@si7817]

"Is this making you wet?" LMFAO spat out my tea!

[@William10-n7l]

Love the little Blackadder reference at the start. Had me laughing straight away

[@TheHufflepuffSaint]

My first ever videogame and Bond game. Ahhh, memories. ☺️

[@roguerifter9724]

When I first saw the Bond on this I thought the mission was a flashback to the Dalton era with an adjusted image.

[@ThePixelExpedition]

Never played this version, but I think these pixelated games have so much charm. Amazing and hilarious review! 😋

[@technosworld2]

the worst part is I'm guessing it does not have the amazing Nightfire theme song (it's actually one of my favorite 007 theme songs overall)

[@calvindyson]

Ahhh yes I neglected to point out in the video but you're completely right. The song doesn't feature. Which is very disappointing. Plenty of Bond theme on the menu though!

[@ColoniaContraAtaca]

I was so impresed with this one back in the day. But yeeeeh.... is so hard to see on this game lol

[@iamthebest237]

I remember finishing this game why waiting in the doctors waiting room.

[@MichaelBakerFilmmaking]

I’ve never played Nightfire this way but I’ve played it on the console and its definitely my favourite Bond game. A few of the ways it’s written differently look interesting but I could never deal with that amount of pixels

[@GamerGuysReviews]

You should consider reviewing a PS2 game called Cold Winter. It's an FPS where you play as an MI6 agent gone rogue, and it's remarkable for how interactive everything is.

[@jamesatkinsonja]

My brother did have the PC version of Nightfire for the Windows XP. About all I can remember about it was that the second level was a stealth mission at an airport rather than the on rails/driving levels on the PS2. There was also a PC version of Bloodstone too!

[@calvindyson]

The PC Nightfire is definitely something of a must for me. I’ve heard so much about it. I’ve got a Mac though which means accessing it is quite annoying... hope to do it someday soon though!

[@jamesatkinsonja]

@@calvindyson When it happens it'll be great as always. Your content is the highlight of my Sunday afternoon.

[@stuffedsheepshead]

@@calvindyson Hey Calvin, they actually did release a MAC version which is essentially the same, so perhaps you could give that one a go?

[@dannymacgyver]

Nightfire on the pc would ba an amazing review love all your game reviews

[@jamesbond4467]

Great Video Old Bean... Im actually working on the NEW world record Speedrun of GBA NIGHTFIRE. Glad to see you know it exists, it gets little spotlight despite it being a very playable game...and Highly enjoyable in my opinion.

[@TheBreakingBenny]

9:55 That's the Hidden Agenda level which was featured in the PC version, and I know it was also meant to appear in the home console versions... that is, unless Eurocom trimmed them down for space limitations' sake.

[@wesleywolfe2]

Banger of a video mate

[@nicktalksbond]

Better gunbarrel than the one in QoS 😅

[@jamesatkinsonja]

When I found out it was a last minute replacement for Mr White-Guy HainEs [Paul Ritter-RIP] it made sense how slapdash it was.

[@NoContextRDH]

Regarding the likeness if you search on KZbin for the home console e3 trailer for NightFire that also uses the agent under fire likeness

[@MarimbaBuddy]

Heads up. Late reply incoming. I appreciate your in-depth review of this game. I've never played it myself, but it definitely looks...different from the others. Speaking of which, I don't know if you have gotten around to playing the PC variant of the game by this point, but yes: some of the layouts and weapons are heavily based on that version. The whole mid-game underwater/Rook battle sequence as well as the non-driving island level are from the PC version, as well as some of the weapons and gadgets, including the dart pen (not dart gun) used in the first Phoenix level. Just in case you were curious!

[@johnjones4426]

My brother and I spent so much time on Nightfire multiplayer on PS2. Fun times

[@BoardGamesBricksHobbies]

Compared to Medal of Honor: Underground for the GBA this looks fantastic. But yeah, FPS games and the GBA don't mix, no matter what way you shake or stir it.

I dont have a game in my pocket but I am happy to see you anyway

[@Clasiku]

You MUST cover Goldeneye for the Nintendo DS after covering EoN on the GBA! It's a damn good adaptation of the Reloaded game for the system in my opinion, and it's got cutscenes from the home consoles though altered for the DS. I will say however that Daniel Craig's face texture in the game is cursed.

[@meme-afied7400]

Calvin you have inspired me to start my own channel but do you have any suggestions to help it get going?

[@dalebaker9109]

Your haircut is flipping fabulous. So is the video

[@onetwotroll9870]

how did this game get released?!?!

[@WarlordWulf]

Cant wait for a review of the PC version of Nightfire its my favorite bond game :D

[@samuelc6246]

For a long time, this actually was my only experience with Nightfire, we had no tv, I had only Gameboys to play games on. Don't be sorry, I now enjoy the little things more, and the ambitions.

[@RandalBauer11]

Calvin seems extra chipper since he was liberated of all that extra hair.

[@calvindyson]

I'm about a kilo lighter in weight after that haircut!

[@jasonharrop5309]

Hello cavlvin Do you know who the actor is who plays smithers in Roger Moore's James bond films. It's Jeremy Bulloch who played Boba Fett from Star wars Empire strikes Back and Retun of the jedi. When you look in on Roger Moore's bond films and end credits you will see his name. I have only just seen it myself from watching the bond films Jason

[@justinbroadley6424]

I remember playing this game as a young kid and all I remember from it is that it was so bloody hard

[@Thatguy55595]

11:41 doesn’t that look like pierce brosnan ????

[@TheMI7G]

17:36 Nick Nack cameo...?

[@pozzony1703]

Hello Calvin, I suggest playing the 1989 Sly Spy Secret Agent game, released for arcades, this game is based on James Bond with several references!

[@kanyewestlive6905]

I wonder if this or re-watching Never Say Never again will scar Calvin more lol

[@calvindyson]

I'm ma very scarred individual at the moment. I rewatched NSNA for writing the review script very recently... Going to be another two or three weeks before the review video is done but suffice it to say, the final verdict of the film won't be positive!

[@kanyewestlive6905]

@@calvindyson I'm looking forward to the hit piece😂 I'm sure you'll find positives though it seems in your nature

[@jamesatkinsonja]

@@calvindyson Did you know Barbara Carrera got a golden globe nomination for her role in the film? The only other times an actor has received a golden globe nomination for a bond film was Ursula Andress for Best new star [who won] and Gerorge lazenby was nominated for Best new star too but didn't win. So believe it or not Geroge Lazenby is the only Bond to be nominated for a Golden Globe for his performance!

[@williamellis8593]

I had this game on my PC, and I loved it.

[@thierrys85]

Playing this game on a GameBoy Micro is a trip.

[@residentsteve]

OMG my eyes 😂 wow those graphics on my 49” tv look brilliant 🤣.

[@nintyfan1991]

FPS on GBA: Well Doom and Doom II had solidly received ports. Duke Nukem (another ladies man) had a solidly received ORIGINAL game. And a game based on a god awful Lucy Liu and Antonio Banderas movie has pretty solid reception too. Also, worthy of note, the GBA version is based on the PC version by Gearbox of Borderlands fame and modern Duke Nukem infamy.

[@Whoa802]

A Game Boy game wasn't quite what I was thinking of when I heard the phrase "James Bond in your pocket". LOL

[@batswarm14]

Did you consider just skipping ahead to the benson books? Zero Minus Ten and the TND novel are great I read the newest one a while back the prequel to Casino Royale called Forever and a day

[@johngarry3723]

That begining catching line was funny. By the way I always meant to ask where do you find your shirts, what shops ?

[@jamesatkinsonja]

2:09 ooh, burn/take that! Probably true though!

[@qeetuhd]

You must admit Calvin that the game has a good bunch of little details. The wolfram p2k even got the red stick that shows that the gun is loaded. That's how it is with the Walther P99 which is the inspiration of the P2K. In the movies most time the gun shouldn't even be able to fire but in this game it's incredible how detailed it is

[@rob6429]

14:53 that’s Williamson He fell into a pulveriser at the works

[@roboexe]

Ok, one literally big criticism: „Is that a game in your pocket or are you just happy to see me?“ -> It would’ve been much funnier if you pulled out the complete Game Boy Advance with the Game in it, because ... come on, the bulge-joke only makes sense if there is a bulge. 😁 But that’s all. 😁 The video is great as always. Good job!

[@tomgallagher655]

I noticed you finally got that haircut! This video is greaaaaat!

[@calvindyson]

Indeed! Hairdresser were finally reopened here 😁😁 glad you’re enjoyed the video!

[@SandroSensei]

the james bond game on the original gameboy is such a great game. I think you will like it to. Will you please review that game?

[@Roboshi2007]

Hey Calvin, not sure if you've seen this on other videos but I have an idea for a video you could do, a talk about every known 00 agent both on and off screen.

[@Big_Red200]

I had this version! Although I felt disgusted at first when playing it, I also eventually learned to love it. Impressive little game :)

[@Blofeld001]

It's like Picasso made a video game.

[@calvindyson]

HA! That's actually very accurate

[@WhiteJarrah]

I recall you said you sold your GameCube? It's a pity - the GameBoy Player add-on is a great way of recording gameplay from GBA games, especially now that there are HDMI adapters available for the GameCube. Not to mention SD memory card adapters that you cab use to load much sharper GameBoy content.

[@PureEvil1138]

I just downloaded it for the delta emulator. I think it’s pretty cool, novelty

[@johnv7317]

Please do a video game reviews of James Bond 007 (Game Boy), The World is Not Enough (Game Boy Color), and Everything or Nothing (Game Boy Advance).

[@calvindyson]

Certainly my plan! As well as the Nintendo DS Bond games too :)

[@chris.shamblin]

From a technical level, this game is really quite impressive.

[@241ae]

Wasn’t there a 2D TWINE game as well?

[@PSXDRIVERPLAYERBSTH]

Was interesting that things are taken from those home console versions and from the PC version (health works like that on PC as well). Other than that, I got annoyed by the fact that should ye fail in any way, back to the start of the mission it is. And the fact that you need at least a Bronze medal to advance to the next mission. (Getting a Gold medal in some mission gets you the Golden Gun for the NEXT MISSION in place of your normal pistol, but it does the same damage if I recall, so there's that.)

[@TheT3rr0rMask]

Used to play this all the time. Randomly played it on emulator last night weirdly XD

[@WH250398]

I remember never being able to get passed the Nightshift mission. The stealth is extremely broken. Also took me a couple of days I realised I could switch weapons.

[@Those2menoverthere]

I always wanted the console Agent Underfire and Nightfire versions on PC. That is becoming a reality with the Xemu Xbox emulator. Although, I guess you could just play the GameCube and PS2 versions instead. Ignoring emulators would be nice to have native mouse/keyboard support for them.

[@andre.mateus]

Calvin, try out Quantum of Solace for the DS. The ending is the original one from the movie,where Bond goes after Mr. White!

[@DavysFlicks]

Can't believe in a vid that has Calvin in the bath and in bed...we still don't get him shirtless! Let us fanboys see the goods Calvin! ;)

[@qeetuhd]

Clothless is better