New to the PC Engine

[Tsavathay]

Hello, Hello,

Just introducing myself to the pcengine forums, I'm Tsavathay.  I'm Living in Canada and video games has always been apart of my life and growing up it was a special memory shared with my brothers.  Systems I played most and their memorable games off the top are;

NES - Crystalis, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade edition, Super Mario World, Metalstorm, Megaman series
SNES - Street Fighter 2 turbo, Chrono Trigger, Final Fantasy, Star fox, Killer Instinct, Axelay,
Sega Genesis - Phantasy Star Series, Strider, Earth Worm Jim, Aero Blasters, Golden Axe, Thunder Force, Mutant league football, Sonic
N64 - Mario 64, Zelda Ocarina Of Time, Killer instinct gold,
Playstation - FF7, FF8, FF10, FF Tactics, Xenogears, Saga Frontier, Breath of Fire, Street Fighter Alpha 3, Street Fighter EX, Star Ocean, Valkyrie Profile, Raystorm

That was my video game golden years -  I'm older now and never was able to afford a turbo grafx/ pc-engine in those times.  The two games I was able to play and remember and still love to this day are Dragon Spirit and Bonk!  The rest I still need to discover...

I am savagely looking for either a IFU set up or a DUO-R RGB Modded system setup and would like to collect a modest but good quality collection of games.  I am here to gain feedback/info on specific titles and learn from everyone here, just by going by my consoles/games from childhood listed, feel free to pm me with any info regarding which PC Engine console variation and titles to consider.

Anything will help... PM me!

I intend to update my games acquired list to keep the convos going.

[crazydean]

Welcome! You could also look out for a recapped PCE Duo. It's just as good as the Duo R or Duo RX once it has been recapped.

Neutopia, Ys I and II, Ys IV, Lords of Thunder, coryoon, New Adventure Island are some of my favorites on the system

[Tsavathay]

Thanks man!!

Added to my list definitely;

Neutopia - played first 5 mins off emulation stopped to experience on real console
Ys I - same, WII Virtual Console Trial
YsII - same, WII Virtual Console Trial
YsIV - by this time i realized i needed a PC engine
Lords of Thunder
Coryoon
New Adventure Island

[esteban]

Welcome, comrade.

[ClodBusted]

Welcome to the mad house.

Neutopia - played first 5 mins off emulation stopped to experience on real console

Sounds like coitus interruptus.

[esteban]

Welcome to the mad house.

Neutopia - played first 5 mins off emulation stopped to experience on real console

Sounds like coitus interruptus.

Hahhahajaaj!

[majors]

Coryoon

Parodius might be easy and cheaper to locate, plus it's damn good.

Def look at Spriggian or Star Parodier for some CD shooter games. Welcome to the forums, and thank YOU for having a intro.

[NecroPhile]

Don't forget Ys III!  You can also add Xanadu 1 and Xanadu 2, both with translations coming soon.

Welcome! You could also look out for a recapped PCE Duo. It's just as good as the Duo R or Duo RX once it has been recapped.

+1

[Tsavathay]

Thanks for this input everyone, hope I get opportunity to try these all.

Can u explain a bit further about playing translation(s) copies?

[crazydean]

Thanks for this input everyone, hope I get opportunity to try these all.

Can u explain a bit further about playing translation(s) copies?

Well, Ys IV is the most obvious one. Just look around the forum a bit. Essentially, you rip the disc to your computer and replace parts of it with the translated material.

[NecroPhile]

Rip your game using TurboRip, apply the patch using whatever instructions it comes with, burn a cdr of the resulting ISO, and have fun!

Or use google to find a pre-patched ISO, which is what this dumb robot does because he's too dumb to run the patch properly.

[crazydean]

Rip your game using TurboRip, apply the patch using whatever instructions it comes with, burn a cdr of the resulting ISO, and have fun!

Or use google to find a pre-patched ISO, which is what this dumb robot does because he's too dumb to run the patch properly.

I had some problems doing it the correct way as well. It took forever to get it right.

[WoodyXP]

Welcome to the boards.

PS: Big Mac > Whopper

[wildfruit]

Welcome. Nice first post. Good selection of memorable games, good selection of pce you want to play.
+1 just get a refurbished duo. They look nicer than R/RX. IFU is still sexy though.

[Tsavathay]

Rip your game using TurboRip, apply the patch using whatever instructions it comes with, burn a cdr of the resulting ISO, and have fun!

Or use google to find a pre-patched ISO, which is what this dumb robot does because he's too dumb to run the patch properly.

I had some problems doing it the correct way as well. It took forever to get it right.

Really!  I will definitely look into this.  Thanks man.

[PukeSter]

PC Engine has a superior version of Aero Blasters

If you like Thunder Force, check out Gate of Thunder or W-Ring.

If you like Megaman, try SonSon II. It's also by Capcom, but more complicated. this site will help http://www.changevworld.com/sonson2/sonson2.htm

Some of my personal favorites are

Platformer: Bonk 2, Liquid Kids, Ninja Gaiden, Ninja Spirit, Rondo of Blood, Parasol Stars

Shooter: Salamander, Galaga 88, Override, Soldier Blade, Gunhed

Adventure: Wonder Boy III, SonSon II, Neutopia 2, Ys IV, Momotaro Katsugeki

Miscellaneous: River City Ransom, Super Dodgeball, Tenchi Wo Kurau, Bomberman 94, Kaze Kiri

[NecroPhile]

There's also a translation patch for Son Son II. 

[Gentlegamer]

What is your favorite NES game, and why is it Crystalis?

[Tsavathay]

Honestly - it has to be crystalis.  It was my first action adventure RPG played and finished. 

I loved it because:
The story line was sick- just seemed to have no limits was vast and worldly. 
Tasks/side quests -  some were very puzzling/challenging, some logical, but when you completed them (in the right order) the payoff is well worth it - u get to teleport, u get to ride a dolphin, u  get meet Kensu/zebu...crazy gameplay!  Ahead of its time
The music - probably  best ever
Level up/battle system - 4 elemental swords, power boots, magic
Characters/graphics

If anyone loved it too let me know ur thots or games on pc engine that can trump it??

[Gentlegamer]

You got the genre right!

You're my new best friend.

[TurboXray]

Honestly - it has to be crystalis.  It was my first action adventure RPG played and finished. 

I loved it because:
The story line was sick- just seemed to have no limits was vast and worldly. 
Tasks/side quests -  some were very puzzling/challenging, some logical, but when you completed them (in the right order) the payoff is well worth it - u get to teleport, u get to ride a dolphin, u  get meet Kensu/zebu...crazy gameplay!  Ahead of its time
The music - probably  best ever
Level up/battle system - 4 elemental swords, power boots, magic
Characters/graphics

If anyone loved it too let me know ur thots or games on pc engine that can trump it??



Took me (and all my brothers) forever to , the story seemed to have no limits,

Crystalis is pretty dawn awesome. I'm not sure of any on hucard that matches the atmosphere and music of that game. As far as CD games, I'm sure there are. Hudson really messed up be not doing a high quality Neutopia 3 on SCD. But Ys I&II on PCE CD is better than Crystalis IMO as an action RPG.

[TurboXray]

If you like Megaman, try SonSon II. It's also by Capcom

More like if you like Black Tiger, try SonSon II. It's a re-imagined game of Black Tiger (same game engine; same company). I never heard anyone comparing Black Tiger to Megaman though ;>_>

[majors]

If you like Megaman, try SonSon II. It's also by Capcom

More like if you like Black Tiger, try SonSon II. It's a re-imagined game of Black Tiger (same game engine; same company). I never heard anyone comparing Black Tiger to Megaman though ;>_>

Yeah, I was gonna say...more like Shockman/Shubibinman is the blatant Mega/Rockman ripoff.

[Tsavathay]

Need some advice doujindance had a duo-r for sale right now. It's been goin up and down off eBay.  I want my first investment to be a good lasting one.  I've read some feedback on forums.... should I wait for future opportunity on either ifu or duo-r? 

I def want rgb mod.

[crazydean]

There was a thread started here recently talking about how awful his mods were. Mickcris has some Duos here for sale with RGB mods.

[MNKyDeth]

I'll second Mickcris's Duo's.

Hard to find them at the price, fixed and modded anywhere else.

Also, I have been on a repairing spree lately fixing doujindance machines. There not worth it once you need to sink another $50 - $200 to repair what he put in the machine.

[Groover]

Rip your game using TurboRip, apply the patch using whatever instructions it comes with, burn a cdr of the resulting ISO, and have fun!

Or use google to find a pre-patched ISO, which is what this dumb robot does because he's too dumb to run the patch properly.

I wish there was a mac version.

[schweaty]

Honestly - it has to be crystalis.  It was my first action adventure RPG played and finished. 

I loved it because:
The story line was sick- just seemed to have no limits was vast and worldly. 
Tasks/side quests -  some were very puzzling/challenging, some logical, but when you completed them (in the right order) the payoff is well worth it - u get to teleport, u get to ride a dolphin, u  get meet Kensu/zebu...crazy gameplay!  Ahead of its time
The music - probably  best ever
Level up/battle system - 4 elemental swords, power boots, magic
Characters/graphics

If anyone loved it too let me know ur thots or games on pc engine that can trump it??



Took me (and all my brothers) forever to , the story seemed to have no limits,

Crystalis is pretty dawn awesome. I'm not sure of any on hucard that matches the atmosphere and music of that game. As far as CD games, I'm sure there are. Hudson really messed up be not doing a high quality Neutopia 3 on SCD. But Ys I&II on PCE CD is better than Crystalis IMO as an action RPG.

We're getting Neutopia III in 199X.  Everyone just needs to be patient.  Dammit

[WoodyXP]

Need some advice doujindance had a duo-r for sale right now. It's been goin up and down off eBay.  I want my first investment to be a good lasting one.  I've read some feedback on forums.... should I wait for future opportunity on either ifu or duo-r? 

I def want rgb mod.

Avoid doujindance like the plague.  You can buy a stock system and have one of the guys here on the forums mod it.

[blueraven]

Need some advice doujindance had a duo-r for sale right now. It's been goin up and down off eBay.  I want my first investment to be a good lasting one.  I've read some feedback on forums.... should I wait for future opportunity on either ifu or duo-r? 

I def want rgb mod.

Avoid doujindance like the plague.  You can buy a stock system and have one of the guys here on the forums mod it.

YES. It has been quite a headache for many users on this forum. Thanks, Woody.

Also, Tsavathay see this thread.

I'll second Mickcris's Duo's.

Hard to find them at the price, fixed and modded anywhere else.

Also, I have been on a repairing spree lately fixing doujindance machines. There not worth it once you need to sink another $50 - $200 to repair what he put in the machine.

And also what MNKyDeth Said. 

[_Paul]

Here's a vid I made that should give you some recommendations:

[mjsaville]

Here's a vid I made that should give you some recommendations:

Great effort, and thanks for sharing....

[Tsavathay]

Thanks for sharing that vid Paul, I'll be reviewing it more in depth for sure because ...

I just purchased my first duo-r! 

Won it off eBay auction, not modded or anything from Japan.  Comes with street fighter and this babel game.

Very anxious now.  Hope there are no surprises.

Contemplating asking seller to ship seller to ship directly to mickcris or KC to have it rgb modded/serviced (if their available) or should I ship to myself first....thoughts anyone?

[crazydean]

Thanks for sharing that vid Sunsteam Paul, I'll be reviewing it more in depth for sure because ...

I just purchased my first duo-r! 

Won it off eBay auction, not modded or anything from Japan.  Comes with street fighter and this babel game.

Very anxious now.  Hope there are no surprises.

Contemplating asking seller to ship seller to ship directly to mickcris or KC to have it rgb modded/serviced (if their available) or should I ship to myself first....thoughts anyone?

I would ship straight to them. If there are any issues, they will find them before you. Maybe ask them directly what they recommend, though.

[mickcris]

Depends on if the seller will ship to a different address.  They may find it fishy if the name and address don't match the paypal address.

[Tsavathay]

Hey guys!

Just got my first shipment of pcengine goodies!


https://i.imgur.com/cz5gWdo.jpg

Keep ya posted on the rest!

[wildfruit]

Nice ave 6 pads

[hucardfan]

Just got my first shipment of pcengine goodies!

Keep ya posted on the rest!

Nice ave 6 pads +1
This thing has been very rare!

[Tsavathay]

It's been a long time coming for this but I finally got my PC engine duo-r.  Thanks to everyone here for there help and knowledge, and especially to Mickris for referring me to Leon in Toronto Canada to handle my RGB mod.  He did a quality, professional job.  Very highly recommended if your in Canada.

Here's a pic of my current set up. 


https://i.imgur.com/92wg9uf.jpg

Games I have at the moment are:
Spriggan 2
Download
Dragon spirit
Ancient Ys book 1•2
R type Delta
Hell fire

They all bring back amazing gaming memories.  Does anyone have advice of how to play Ys?  Can you link me to a guide or do you reccomend playing with translation patch?

[Keith Courage]

No one made a translation patch for ys 1&2. Just download the US version instead. You then should be able to patch in  the audio tracks from your disc if you really want the audio to be non compressed quality.

[Tsavathay]

Thanks Keith!  I will research how to patch the audio to the US copy.

[NecroPhile]

It's easier to find and download an uncompressed ISO.