Considering the fact that Dynastic Hero is on the Virtual Console, I somewhat surprised that it still selling for over $400.
Not really. Its not like people who pay $400 for Dynastic Hero actually play these games.
Have you ever played KOF with someone who has a huge AES collection? Its pathetic.
That's a poor thing to say. Believe it or not, some people actually play the games they buy. I have a fairly sizable AES collection and I'll kick your ass at any of those games any day.
Honestly, I treat my games with respect and take good care of them. I'm pretty anal about it, but if I shell for a game I'm going to play it. It's about the gameplay first and formost.
Honestly, I have a deal pending on a nice complete Magical Chase. Damn, do I ever want to play that game! I won't play the rom though, that would be like cheating myself. Believe me, it's taken a long ass time to find a good one at the right price. When I slide the Hu into my system I'll be grinning from ear to ear.
I find my method of playing / collecting to be very rewarding. If you don't want to or can't afford to enjoy classic gaming on that level that's fine. Nothing wrong with it. Enjoy things on your own level. Just don't generalize someone like that for buying an expensive game.