In this thread we show off what we think are the best video game start screens and/or main menus and state why... youtube videos are a plus, but pics are good too.
Here goes...
Xenoblade Chronicles (Wii)
YouTube Video
I really hope everyone watches that video from start to finish because it is so well done. It really captures the feeling of the entire game just in the start screen along. From quiet beginnings to an epic story that builds and intensifies. The visuals and the music combined are simply awesome.
Metroid Prime (GameCube)
It's really hard to find a good video showing off the Metroid Prime start screen and main menu... this vid shows a bit off of it at the start...
YouTube Video
...it's got a really cool style happening, but the stand out thing about it is the music, so damn good...
I was going to post up more but then I cut them out cause I want to see if anyone else end up posting them... also I stuck to Nintendo based stuff cause I knew no one else would post them XD
But yeah, what are your favourite start screens / main menus?
Although I found the game itself quite disappointing, Brutal Legend had a pretty nifty intro/title screen:
YouTube Video
YouTube Video
(Couldn't find a vid of the English version of the actual menu in operation)
And if you leave it sit there for a while:
YouTube Video
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Also, Mafia (a.k.a. City of Lost Heaven) and C&C Generals, but I can't find any decent videos on youtube. If anyone manages to find something I'd appreciate it.
Nice thread. I thought I was the only one that could spend minutes staring at the start screen because it was amazing (and then moving the analog stick or mouse from time to time just to make sure we're not interrupted by a demo loop or anything).
Batman: Arkham City
YouTube Video
Love everything about this menu, from the music to the way the image is frozen (like a still from a comic) but the camera is still panning beautifully around the character and the raindrops. Oh, and bats!
Shin Megami Tensei Nocturne
(The only video I could find focus on the opening, the menu only shows up at 1:15.)
YouTube Video
I'm a great fan of all things SMT (ask Mav about it), but I like Nocturne's title screen because it's so damn creative. A handful of demons of all sizes and shapes staring at the player with bright, scary eyes. And the main character among them (after all, he IS half a demon). It has quite the impact.
Shadow of the Colossus
(again, I could only find the menu along with the op and the gameplay. It starts at 03:42)
YouTube Video
Well, it's so cool to mention SotC in every "schnazzy" list and I just couldn't avoid it. I love how the wind blows and there's a vast expanse of nothing and you realize you're an ant in that world even before you bump in any colossi. Extra points because it's interactive and you can zoom in and pan the camera a bit.
Inspiration
.Bioshock inspiration.
Last edited by Ctrl Alt Del; 06-20-2012 at 03:31 PM.
I know folks want to post intro movies and the beginning scenes of games, I'll start a thread on that down the line, but for now let's get some more start/menu screens happening
Maybe its impact has faded, but I did nothing but listen the whole song through and watch Earth the first time I started the game.
ThisX2. I did the same thing you did, except every time I played it. Have you seen the song done at Video Games Live?
YouTube Video
hmm... Can't seem to find just the start menus for Fallout. Fallout 2 would be my favorite, but they're all great. Even the new ones. Think my youtube search skills are lacking...
Turok Evolution, i loved the intro to that game. loved the game too.
Battle is a pure form of expression. It is heart and discipline, reduced to movement and motion. In battle, the words are swept away, giving way to actions-- mercy, sacrifice, anger, fear. These are pure moments of expression.
At first, it may seem very basic for a menu start-up. But the music really makes this standout for me. I'm able to watch this menu for five hours straight without getting bored or eye-strained. I also like the changing background design behind the transparent text.
Maybe its impact has faded, but I did nothing but listen the whole song through and watch Earth the first time I started the game.
One of the first tracks I replaced. Once was enough for me. The modern era soundtrack selections weren't much better either.
Now, I want you to remember that no bastard ever won a war by dying for his country. He won it by making the other poor, dumb bastard die for his country.---Patton
There is no room in this country for hyphenated Americanism.---Teddy Roosevelt
I never forget a face, but in your case I'll make an exception.---Groucho
And if you all get killed, I'll piss on your graves.---Shaman Urdnot
How would you like to own a little bit of my foot in your ass.---Red Foreman
Turok Evolution, i loved the intro to that game. loved the game too.
I like this post alot. I thought I was the only person in existence who liked Turok Evolution. I love everything about the game. I miss the old Acclaim Turok franchise.
Best video game start screens / main menus
I thought I was the only person in existence who liked Turok Evolution. I love everything about the game. I miss the old Acclaim Turok franchise. 
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