Nintendo NES Everdrive - taking pre-orders

Duo_R · 04/25/2013, 07:44 PM

Update 5/2/13

now taking pre-orders. I submitted an order today - it just became available to back-order on Retrogate. I ordered the following:

10 - NES N8
2 - Fami N8

so limited quantities, if you want N8 submit it quick since I only have 2 pre-ordered as of now. Pricing is simple, pick your package - they go up $10 based on what level you want. I make a little $$$ here but it is really for time organizing, designing and the time it takes to put this all together (as I am learning from the N64 groupbuy). You guys have seen my modder work before - my goal is for you to receive these items and feel like you bought a deluxe package from one of the deluxe sites, but without the deluxe price. I don't ever plan to go BIG on these orders, but hopefully an alternative offering helps drive down some of the prices out there.

Note - for the 2 people that order Fami N8 - the cost for basic or deluxe will go up depending on the price I can get donor carts to fit. If you have some donor carts that will significantly help.

Pricing is as follows (note add 4% via paypal or send as paypal gift payment):

Pricing does not include shipment
Core Package:
$90 - I am making $5 on this package -really for time organizing the buy and also I put the funds down 100% upfront. Big sites online charge $109 for board only so your still saving (even though they get it for less than that) - win / win
* board only

Basic Package
$100
* Dremel work for SD slot
* Label for the cart
* Gray cart from a donor NES Game - option for custom coloring is $5 (Flat Black, Charcoal, Bright Blue)

Deluxe Package

$110
* Everything from the basic package
* Universal Game Case - custom dremelled to fit NES cart
* Glossy insert for the game case
* Simple instruction card for your Everdrive
* Label for the cart
* Custom cart coloring no additional cost - pick your color: Flat Black, Charcoal, Bright Blue)
- coloring is added for free, so same cost if you want stock grey

Note - for deluxe package I am custom modifying the universal game cases for NES carts. They will fit but I have to dremel some tabs so it will properly fit. I will post pics so you see what it will look like.

Mock-up - not final product
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TAKING PRE-ORDERS NOW - 50% down on the package of your choice, actual shipping will be added prior to sending out.

Buyer to pay actual shipping - via USPS Priority mail and tracking added. Insurance is optional.

Deletion · 04/25/2013, 07:59 PM

I'm interested

TR0N · 04/26/2013, 02:20 AM

Id sign up but i really need a everdrive-N8 for the famicom.

CGQuarterly · 04/26/2013, 02:57 AM

Count me in for sure. Thanks for doing this.

Chris

Mishran · 04/26/2013, 07:58 AM

Now this is something I'd be interested in. Sign me up!

esadajr · 04/26/2013, 10:19 AM

I'm interested

futureman2000 · 04/26/2013, 10:54 AM

I'd like to be in on this one

CrackTiger · 04/26/2013, 12:16 PM

I might be interested in the Famicom Everdrive if the price is right. I already have an NES Powerpak that I never use.

Duo_R · 04/26/2013, 12:25 PM

I would love a Fami Everdrive - the kicker for me is not having a Source for the correct case for Everdrive. I would need a bunch of those games that are compatible including a couple so I could practice opening without damaging. If you guys know of a source then that would be more appealing. Otherwise NES Everdrive is just easier overall for me because I have access to NES cases.

xcrement5x · 04/26/2013, 04:24 PM

Pretty interested in this, is there any known compatibility issues?

bartre · 04/26/2013, 04:48 PM

yeah, i'd be interested, pending a couple things.

WingZeroKai · 04/26/2013, 05:05 PM

Count me in.

csgx1 · 04/26/2013, 05:17 PM

I'm interested in getting one of these.

TR0N · 04/27/2013, 02:02 AM

Quote from: Duo_R on 04/26/2013, 12:25 PMI would love a Fami Everdrive - the kicker for me is not having a Source for the correct case for Everdrive. I would need a bunch of those games that are compatible including a couple so I could practice opening without damaging. If you guys know of a source then that would be more appealing. Otherwise NES Everdrive is just easier overall for me because I have access to NES cases.

Oh ok i thought this was a sign up for the nes everdrive.Since krikzz is working on one,no nes here i just have a famicom av.

Mishran · 04/27/2013, 05:47 AM

I'd prefer the fami version myself. I have two of those Nintendo converter carts (Gyromite and Duck Hunt) that I can toss it into to play on the NES. Plus I was considering getting me a Fami system so it would be win-win either way.

Duo_R · 04/27/2013, 10:41 AM

Yep its NES right now not fami....unless one of you is holding out on Gyromite converter carts ;-)

Duo_R · 04/28/2013, 11:29 AM

Cart dye test....give the everdrive a unique look

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Duo_R · 04/30/2013, 03:33 PM

Update looks like I might be able to mix and match Fami / NES. Anyone got a source for dirt cheap fami games? .

bartre · 04/30/2013, 05:09 PM

maybe a dumb question, but if it's a fami everdrive, there's no problem with US games, right?
and what's the advantage over a powerpak?

Duo_R · 04/30/2013, 08:04 PM

Yes you can have US games, powerpack is great long time following. I dont beleive it has SD slot however so I think that is the big advantage for Everdrive. Better cost too and Krikkz carts are top notch.

TheClash603 · 05/01/2013, 06:04 PM

What is the approximate final cost of a deluxe here?

ElSeven · 05/01/2013, 06:42 PM

Quote from: Duo_R on 04/30/2013, 03:33 PMUpdate looks like I might be able to mix and match Fami / NES. Anyone got a source for dirt cheap fami games? .

if this can happen, then I would be down for a fami everdrive.

PunkCryborg · 05/01/2013, 07:50 PM

id be interested in the fami version

CrackTiger · 05/01/2013, 07:57 PM

Lol, I think that's five for a Famicom group buy.

Quote from: Duo_R on 04/30/2013, 08:04 PMYes you can have US games, powerpack is great long time following. I dont beleive it has SD slot however so I think that is the big advantage for Everdrive. Better cost too and Krikkz carts are top notch.

As I understand it, an advantage of the Power Pak is that it has been the popular NES flash cart for a long time now and already has a lot of custom mapper development for it and programmers will likely continue to build upon that.

Dalder · 05/02/2013, 04:20 AM

Put me down for one NES Everdrive Deluxe one ! please many thanks too bad I missed out on your Nintendo 64 one. I wanted to get your Nintendo 64 Deluxe edition dang it...

Duo_R · 05/02/2013, 11:51 AM

ok update - now taking pre-orders. I submitted an order today - it just became available to back-order on Retrogate. I ordered the following:

10 - NES N8
2 - Fami N8

so limited quantities, if you want N8 submit it quick since I only have 2 pre-ordered as of now. Pricing is simple, pick your package - they go up $10 based on what level you want. I make a little $$$ here but it is really for time organizing, designing and the time it takes to put this all together (as I am learning from the N64 groupbuy). You guys have seen my modder work before - my goal is for you to receive these items and feel like you bought a deluxe package from one of the deluxe sites, but without the deluxe price. I don't ever plan to go BIG on these orders, but hopefully an alternative offering helps drive down some of the prices out there.

Note - for the 2 people that order Fami N8 - the cost for basic or deluxe will go up depending on the price I can get donor carts to fit. If you have some donor carts that will significantly help.

Pricing is as follows (note add 4% via paypal or send as paypal gift payment):

Pricing does not include shipment
Core Package:
$90 - I am making $5 on this package -really for time organizing the buy and also I put the funds down 100% upfront. Big sites online charge $109 for board only so your still saving (even though they get it for less than that) - win / win
* board only

Basic Package
$100
* Dremel work for SD slot
* Label for the cart
* Gray cart from a donor NES Game - option for custom coloring is $5 (Flat Black, Charcoal, Bright Blue)

Deluxe Package
$110
* Everything from the basic package
* Universal Game Case - custom dremelled to fit NES cart
* Glossy insert for the game case
* Simple instruction card for your Everdrive
* Label for the cart
* Customer cart coloring no additional cost - pick your color: Flat Black, Charcoal, Bright Blue)
- coloring is added for free, so same cost if you want stock grey

Note - for deluxe package I am custom modifying the universal game cases for NES carts. They will fit but I have to dremel some tabs so it will properly fit. I will post pics so you see what it will look like.

TAKING PRE-ORDERS NOW - 50% down on the package of your choice, actual shipping will be added prior to sending out.

Buyer to pay actual shipping - via USPS Priority mail and tracking added. Insurance is optional.

Duo_R · 05/02/2013, 12:06 PM

Here is the order form, copy and paste this and send to me as a PM:

Name:
Home Address:
PCFX User Name:
Paypal Email:
Package chosen:
Cart color (basic add $5, Deluxe free)
- Options: Flat Black, Charcoal, Blue

Send that over, I will send you the paypal to send the 50% down payment to.

CGQuarterly · 05/02/2013, 01:46 PM

Order form sent!

futureman2000 · 05/02/2013, 02:57 PM

Pm'd

Duo_R · 05/02/2013, 03:56 PM

Thanks guys dont forget to specify Fami or NES in the title

whisper2053 · 05/02/2013, 04:41 PM

I want to get in on this BADLY dammit. Have to wait though

Joe Redifer · 05/02/2013, 07:45 PM

Those of you who want the Famicom version, know that you can't use it on an NES unless your converter has a real CIC or something very close to it. A stun circuit won't work. Anyway it's a great device, I just hope Krikzz improves the sound of the FDS and the extra sound that some carts have. None of it is accurate yet. I'd still rather have this than a PowerPak, though.

Duo_R · 05/05/2013, 12:36 AM

Famis are gone a few NES pre orders available.

bartre · 05/05/2013, 02:24 AM

well folks, it looks like i'm actually going to have to back out on this one, bills and life getting in the way and all.
so i guess that means 1 famicom everdrive is up for grabs.

TR0N · 05/05/2013, 03:24 AM

Quote from: Duo_R on 05/05/2013, 12:36 AMFamis are gone a few NES pre orders available.

Damn i would have signed up but i had other pending deals to pay for.

Duo_R · 05/05/2013, 05:45 AM

Tron got one available again

csgx1 · 05/05/2013, 02:13 PM

Pre-order sent. Thanks.

Duo_R · 05/14/2013, 02:35 AM

ok so far have deposits from the following members:

CSGX1 - Fami N8
Mishran - Fami N8
Deletion - NES N8
JibbaJabba - NES N8
esadajr - NES N8
futureman2000 - NES N8

I Will start working on the case and label design this week.

TR0N · 05/14/2013, 03:16 AM

Quote from: Duo_R on 05/05/2013, 05:45 AMTron got one available again

Wish i could this month but ive payed for some games that i had to.

Duo_R · 05/14/2013, 04:55 AM

ok - initial mock-up of the cover. Keep in mind the final touches aren't there yet (like the text on the back, and the Font for the EverDrive title), but just an idea of the direction so far.

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esadajr · 05/14/2013, 10:05 AM

It's looking great. No more emulation to try out stuff.

Duo_R · 05/14/2013, 11:13 AM

more deposits received!

DragonmasterDan · 05/14/2013, 11:20 AM

Quote from: Joe Redifer on 05/02/2013, 07:45 PMThose of you who want the Famicom version, know that you can't use it on an NES unless your converter has a real CIC or something very close to it. A stun circuit won't work. Anyway it's a great device, I just hope Krikzz improves the sound of the FDS and the extra sound that some carts have. None of it is accurate yet. I'd still rather have this than a PowerPak, though.

Yeah, mapper support on the powerpak is the big problem. Too many games don't run properly.

Duo_R · 05/14/2013, 01:56 PM

Famis sold out, and 6 total deposits in! Still got some NES N8 units!!!

Duo_R · 05/15/2013, 02:46 AM

Initial label mock-up

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esadajr · 05/15/2013, 09:53 AM

Quote from: Duo_R on 05/15/2013, 02:46 AMInitial label mock-up
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I love it.

May I suggest an alternate version with the Dog from Duck Hunt?

csgx1 · 05/15/2013, 12:28 PM

Very nice! The blue cart goes nicely with the label.

Duo_R · 05/17/2013, 02:52 AM

10 payments in, one pending.

Quote from: duo_r;1966126Jibbajabba - pcefx
csgx1 - pcefx
deletion - pcefx
mishran - pcefx
esadjr - pcefx
futureman - pcefx
youruglyclone - digitpress
Typhoon_timmy - digitpress
imstarreyed - digitpress
Dalder - pcefx
Neofreak9189 - payment sent

Duo_R · 05/17/2013, 02:53 AM

Also units confirmed are on delivery right now.

CGQuarterly · 05/17/2013, 11:36 PM

I pretty much own every NES game that I want, but for some reason I am very excited about this.