Nintendo NES Everdrive - taking pre-orders

Duo_R · 05/18/2013, 12:07 AM

You know I am too. I had alot of fun making the cover and game label for this one, I went for the 80's retro NES look. It honestly was alot of work but I think some people might appreciate it. The artwork is done, I am thinking of making you guys wait to see the final work =)

Picked up the cart labels from the local small print shop today, and the cover art for the game cases is printing right now.

Duo_R · 05/18/2013, 11:51 AM

Last unit pending payment

Flare65 · 05/19/2013, 06:15 PM

Any of these still available?

Duo_R · 05/20/2013, 12:31 AM

All gone now sorry

Duo_R · 05/20/2013, 03:17 AM

Sold out now! Also just heads up the NES cases for the "Pimped Out" editions are complete. Sneak peak coming soon. Just the wait now for overseas shipping.

Mishran · 05/20/2013, 10:56 AM

Unless you opted for surface shipping, shouldn't be more than a week or two for it to get here.

Though I gotta say, I'm sorta looking forward to it as well. Even got its new cartridge home prepped and ready for it, minus the dremel work for SD card access. Hell, if the SD card will fit in the cart without modification, I may just not do any cutting. Once I get the SD card properly *cough* "stocked" *ahem*, I may not need to remove it from the Everdrive again anyway.

Duo_R · 05/20/2013, 11:16 AM

Yeah Krikzz said 15-20 days plus or minus.

And I have read an MMC can be used to internalize but they look the same size to me.

There is also a mod you can do to internalize the card. Its just convenient to have access.

Mishran · 05/20/2013, 01:50 PM

You planning anymore group buys? Or are ya calling it quits with this? Wouldn't mind getting an ED for the Genny, SNES, and I definitely want one eventually for the Turbo. I remember doing the group buy for the Neo-PCE early last year and it turned into a big headache. Had a lot more heads than what you've been taking though. I wish I'd kept it small now. Don't think I'll ever do one again, but who knows.

esadajr · 05/20/2013, 01:55 PM

Quote from: Duo_R on 05/20/2013, 11:16 AMYeah Krikzz said 15-20 days plus or minus.

And I have read an MMC can be used to internalize but they look the same size to me.

There is also a mod you can do to internalize the card. Its just convenient to have access.

Definitively, I like the convenience of having access. Like If I want to add or remove stuff to the SD card. So it is best not to internalize it.

Duo_R · 05/20/2013, 02:25 PM

Mish yeah I might consider a few more after taking a break for a bit. It's a lot of work and summer is almost here ;-)

Snes, a Mega Everdrive and another Turbo are all candidates.

Duo_R · 05/20/2013, 02:26 PM

I did the group buy for PCE, but I think it was the 2nd one. What happened that was a headache? Might be good to learn from it. :-)

Duo_R · 05/20/2013, 04:25 PM

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Boxes done

esadajr · 05/20/2013, 04:35 PM

sweet

Mishran · 05/20/2013, 06:05 PM

Quote from: Duo_R on 05/20/2013, 02:26 PMI did the group buy for PCE, but I think it was the 2nd one. What happened that was a headache? Might be good to learn from it. :-)

I was referring to this one.

https://www.pcengine-fx.com/forums/index.php?topic=11025.0

I shouldn't say that the group buy itself was a hassle, but the "hidden" charge that I wasn't made aware of until after the checkout was finished that was upsetting. A lot of trips to the post office, keeping track of who paid what and how much, etc. There is a lot that goes into it, but it's the gratification you get from making a member's day that makes it worth it in the end.

Duo_R · 05/20/2013, 06:10 PM

Ah that was you! Thats right I did do that one. Overall went smooth. You understand what i am going through now then. ;-)

Duo_R · 05/20/2013, 06:19 PM

I wanted to give that flash cart to my bro-in-law but of course it doesnt work on my bro-in-laws system.... :-(

I am going to try maybe replacing the 7805 and see if that helps.

Mishran · 05/20/2013, 06:41 PM

The neo works on every system I own(ed). Guess I got lucky.

Well, if you do one later for the systems I'm interested in, you can definitely count me in if financially able.

Duo_R · 05/20/2013, 06:58 PM

Check out the poll I posted for the next one

https://www.pcengine-fx.com/forums/index.php?topic=14703.msg296766#msg296766

Duo_R · 05/20/2013, 09:12 PM

Yeah it worked great on all my systems just not my bro-in-laws TG16 that I modded for him. It just had a regular 8PDT in it.

Quote from: Mishran on 05/20/2013, 06:41 PMThe neo works on every system I own(ed). Guess I got lucky.

Well, if you do one later for the systems I'm interested in, you can definitely count me in if financially able.

Duo_R · 05/24/2013, 10:59 PM

The NES / fami units arrived today

Duo_R · 05/25/2013, 11:33 PM

hey guys - a small bit of bummer news - I didn't have enough time to post but the package arrived pretty beat up, all the boards looked fine inside with the exception of one - it was kinda bent. Clearly a large box hit this one pretty hard. I assumed that unit off the bat - I am dealing with Krikzz so I can wait for a replacement.

I tested all the units, and I assigned them to members as I pulled them out. Unfortunately one member's unit wasn't working even thought it looked fine. That member has already been contacted and aware (and thankfully very patient)!

So I am waiting on Krikzz for replacements on those. If anyone has a Gyromite converter I can take my extra fami board and make another NES N8 for this member - if you got one please hook it up!

But besides that all other boards tested and working fine. The SD slots were made today, turned out really nice. I going to do a batch paint of the units that requested custom coloring tonight. This one should move pretty quick.

Again thanks again to the member who was impacted (like my unit) and being so cool about it. Krikzz is a cool guy and should take care of this no problem. I am also going to do a small guide on how to use this, there are things like using the Game Genie codes that won't work unless you know how to follow a specific sequence.

Thanks everyone!

Duo_R · 05/26/2013, 06:37 PM

Batch painting is almost done.

Also email coming soon to everyone on final payment + shipping. For simplicity and mail safety sending via priority mail.

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roflmao · 05/26/2013, 09:54 PM

Looking awesome! I hope you have another group buy in the future when my finances are a little more stable.

CGQuarterly · 05/26/2013, 11:45 PM

Hey man, let me know when we can meet up. I can just pay you in person.

Duo_R · 05/27/2013, 12:25 AM

Hey Jibba since yours didn't have paint pretty much good to go. I can do it this week, shoot me a PM.

Duo_R · 05/28/2013, 08:43 PM

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Getting close to being done....I will be emailing everyone soon if you havent got on yet.

TheClash603 · 05/28/2013, 08:59 PM

Why the hell didn't I get one of these?????

roflmao · 05/28/2013, 09:02 PM

Those turned out amazing. :drool: (there ought to be a drool smiley at these forums)

NecroPhile · 05/29/2013, 09:41 AM

Quote from: guest on 05/28/2013, 09:02 PM(there ought to be a drool smiley at these forums)

Deletion · 05/29/2013, 11:47 AM

Awesome job, Duo_R! I can't decide if I like the blue or dark gray better. Is the dark gray cart also from vinyl dye?

Duo_R · 05/29/2013, 11:58 AM

It is, least chosen color but its pretty nice. Yours is already painted tho.

Deletion · 05/29/2013, 12:29 PM

Well then I guess I prefer the blue

Duo_R · 05/29/2013, 12:54 PM

Blue it is then! Lol

Quote from: Deletion on 05/29/2013, 12:29 PMWell then I guess I prefer the blue

Duo_R · 05/29/2013, 03:46 PM

Hellz ya!

Duo_R · 05/29/2013, 06:41 PM

Emails sent to everyone so check your email (not PM)

esadajr · 05/29/2013, 06:43 PM

got my email. Yoo hoo!

roflmao · 05/29/2013, 07:46 PM

Quote from: guest on 05/29/2013, 09:41 AM
Quote from: guest on 05/28/2013, 09:02 PM(there ought to be a drool smiley at these forums)

LOL - I never knew what that smiley was supposed to signify! I'm stupid. I thought he had some sort of psychedelic soul patch going on or something.

Duo_R · 05/30/2013, 08:33 PM

Two units shipped today, for the deluxe owners picking up one last surprise for your ED Deluxe package from the print shop and they are good to go.

After that if payments in they will ship!

BlueBMW · 05/30/2013, 08:48 PM

Any chance youd sell your custom shell / package separately someday?

Duo_R · 05/30/2013, 08:52 PM

Yes after the N64 batch is done that is a possibility, an upgrade kit if you will. ;-)

BlueBMW · 05/31/2013, 12:33 AM

Quote from: Duo_R on 05/30/2013, 08:52 PMYes after the N64 batch is done that is a possibility, an upgrade kit if you will. ;-)

Sounds fantastic!

Duo_R · 05/31/2013, 09:04 PM

Final touches on Deluxe package done....first thing you see when you open it up

And bunch of units went out today. Also CSGX1 I believe your unit arrived today! Futureman yours should be there soon since it went out on Yesterday.

Jibbajabba - delivered
Futureman2000 - shipped
csgx1 - shipped
NEOFREAK9189 - shipped
youruglyclone - shipped
deletion - shipped
esadajr - shipped
imstarryeyed - shipped
Mishran - payment received
typhoon_timmy - shipped
Dalder - replacement received

Duo_R · 05/31/2013, 09:21 PM

also check your email - delivery confirmations sent on units that went out

futureman2000 · 06/01/2013, 10:37 AM

Thanks dude!

Mishran · 06/01/2013, 03:25 PM

Sorry I haven't sent the second payment yet. I gotta wait till I get paid this Friday. Gyromite is well on its way to you though.

Duo_R · 06/01/2013, 03:32 PM

No problem man, thanks for heads up

Quote from: Mishran on 06/01/2013, 03:25 PMSorry I haven't sent the second payment yet. I gotta wait till I get paid this Friday. Gyromite is well on its way to you though.

Deletion · 06/04/2013, 12:16 PM

My NES ED arrived yesterday. The design of the artwork and packaging are fantastic and the blue vinyl-dyed cart looks even better in person. Using a decorative sticker on the inside of the universal game case to cover up the tabs that were cut away was a great idea. I must say, Duo_R, you outdid yourself. Thanks for all your hard work!

Duo_R · 06/04/2013, 02:47 PM

Thanks man I have modified NES cases before it is fine for my regular games but for this I didn't like how they looked. So I improvised :-)

Duo_R · 06/07/2013, 09:45 PM

More units delivered another payment in and the replacement was received

Quote from: Duo_R on 05/31/2013, 09:04 PMFinal touches on Deluxe package done....first thing you see when you open it up

And bunch of units went out today. Also CSGX1 I believe your unit arrived today! Futureman yours should be there soon since it went out on Yesterday.

Jibbajabba - delivered
Futureman2000 - shipped
csgx1 - shipped
NEOFREAK9189 - shipped
youruglyclone - shipped
deletion - shipped
esadajr - shipped
imstarryeyed - shipped
Mishran - shipped
typhoon_timmy - shipped
Dalder - payment pending

Duo_R · 06/20/2013, 02:10 PM

all - please feel free to post a separate review on the NES N8 "pimped out" edition. And please post honest, critical feedback. Much appreciated!

thanks!