My 1st PC Engine is on the way!

TEKWRX · 08/05/2006, 11:36 PM

I just found this board a few days ago and have been reading as much as I can! When I was a kid I got a TG16 right after it came out, and I was always a fan. I have all the ROMS, but emulation just isn't the same. I decided to get a PC Engine because win the early '90's I used to see ads for import systems in the back of game mags and I thought they looked so cool.

I ordered a white briefcase system from japaneseimportgames.com (it was on sale!) along with a Super Famicom, Famicom AV, and some games. Jpanese hardware is so much cooler then the US stuff. The only consoles I have now are PS2, SNES jr, GB Micro, and DS Lite.

Anyway, what are some good CD games I should be on the lookout for the PCE? Also, is there any way to get TG16 HuCards to play in the PCE? Will a CD-R copy of Dracula X play OK on the briefcase? Will it damage it?

Odonadon · 08/06/2006, 01:31 AM

Welcome to the board! You had a lot of questions, which I will leave to more qualified people to answer.

In terms of what games are good, there are many review sites out there (Turbo2k being one of them) to help you decide what types of games you may want to check out.

Having said that, what types of games are you into and perhaps we can suggest a few that may be to your liking?

OD

TR0N · 08/06/2006, 05:39 PM

Congrats on the purchase not a bad way to start either.

Btw keep in mind the cd games are region free a pce can play u.s and jpn cd games.

Have fun man

grahf · 08/07/2006, 12:12 AM

Your really gonna love the PCE. To get started, i would suggest checking out the PC Engine Software Bible: http://feeds.directsex.com/index2.aspx?room=6&cclean=0.1124725
Not every game has reviews, but it will give you a nice starting point.

esteban · 08/07/2006, 12:38 AM

Welcome

There are tons of great games to suggest, so, as previously stated, you should tell us what genres you really dig. Also, tell us if you are interested in HuCards and / or CD's.

Tatsujin · 08/07/2006, 05:32 AM

welcome, congrats & Njoy

Ninja Spirit · 08/07/2006, 11:33 AM

Great to see people still rockin' this system. You went the right route, as the Turbo/PCE is one of those systems where you don't know how great a system REALLY is until you import.

Go to this thread and see some PCE videos in action.
https://www.pcengine-fx.com/forums/index.php?topic=1568

CrackTiger · 08/07/2006, 02:14 PM

I wouldn't recommend playing cdr games on the original PCE CD-ROM. I've heard all kinds of stories about how they can damage the lens. Maybe is all b.s., but I wouldn't risk it.

As for games, I can give a you a good brief list to start, if you can tell me what genres you do like and which ones you definately do not(everyone loves pachinko, mahjong and date sims right?).

takashirose · 08/07/2006, 04:22 PM

Yeah, you have to experience the Turbo systems in order to appreciate them. I got my Turbo Duo with the game bundle inside. They are all good:

Ys Book I and II

Gate of Thunder(U.S. release, which includes Bonk 1 + 2, and Bomberman with a code at the title screen)

Splatterhouse

Those are the games that I started with and is a good place for you to start. From there you will get addicted to the system and start to buy other games.

TEKWRX · 08/07/2006, 07:06 PM

Thanks for all the replies. I've been reading around and have a good handle on what games to pick up.

The CD-R thing has me worried though. One of the big reasons for picking up the console was to play Dracula-X. I kinda blew my load cash wise getting the system, and won't be able to shell out $100 for a legit copy of that game for a while. Is there definative proof that CD-R's damage ALL units, or is it a crap shoot? Also, are the laser pick-up's repairable and what would that cost?

Ninja Spirit · 08/07/2006, 08:30 PM

When PC Engine brief case and Dracula X go in the same sentence, there is one intercepting question: Did you pick up a System Card 3.0 or Arcade Card Duo?

TEKWRX · 08/07/2006, 08:42 PM

Quote from: "Ninja Spirit"When PC Engine brief case and Dracula X go in the same sentence, there is one intercepting question: Did you pick up a System Card 3.0 or Arcade Card Duo?

Yeah, the set came with system card 3.0

Odonadon · 08/08/2006, 12:10 AM

Quote from: "TEKWRX"The CD-R thing has me worried though. One of the big reasons for picking up the console was to play Dracula-X. I kinda blew my load cash wise getting the system, and won't be able to shell out $100 for a legit copy of that game for a while. Is there definative proof that CD-R's damage ALL units, or is it a crap shoot? Also, are the laser pick-up's repairable and what would that cost?

Well, like any CD player/CD-ROM it depends on the quality and brand of media. I have only ever had problems on my PC Engine with the Cursor CD-Rs (cheap). All other brands I've tried (Memorex, Sony, etc.) work fine.

OD

_Paul · 08/09/2006, 01:35 PM

You absolutely MUST get Ys Books I&II and Gate of Thunder.

takashirose · 08/09/2006, 04:19 PM

Save up your money for a legit Dracula X then. It won't just disappear. Check eBay when you have enough.

TEKWRX · 08/09/2006, 06:09 PM

Well this sucks. It looks like Paypal "froze" japangamestock's account. They opened a 2nd account, but they froze that too. I'll be getting my money back, but I'm still bummed.

What are some other good online shops for PCE/Famicom stuff, in Japan or elsewhere, that take Paypal?

TR0N · 08/09/2006, 09:27 PM

Quote from: "TEKWRX"Well this sucks. It looks like Paypal "froze" japangamestock's account. They opened a 2nd account, but they froze that too. I'll be getting my money back, but I'm still bummed.

What are some other good online shops for PCE/Famicom stuff, in Japan or elsewhere, that take Paypal?

Werid from some odd reason jgs is all ways having problems with paypal.

I order a, Famicom cart cib from them a while ago and they sent me a invoice.

Afther i ask them what's the deal with them.

I hope they can clear there problems with paypal soon.

Still you can all ways send a... international postal money order to them as a second form of payment.

TEKWRX · 08/09/2006, 09:47 PM

Quote from: "Tron"Still you can all ways send a... international postal money order to them as a second form of payment.

Yeah, I'm sure i'll just send them a money order, I just hate waiting. I "re-discovered" PCE/TG16 a few days ago and I'm wanting to play a "real" system. Although emulation on my PSP is holding me over

By the way, I'm from MD too (now in FL), I miss it up there...

takashirose · 08/09/2006, 10:58 PM

So it's not a good time to get a game from JapanGameStock.com?

TR0N · 08/10/2006, 08:04 PM

Quote from: "takashirose"So it's not a good time to get a game from JapanGameStock.com?

Not at the moment no i'd wait untile they fix there paypal problem

takashirose · 08/11/2006, 12:55 AM

How would I know when they'll fix the PayPal problem?

TR0N · 08/15/2006, 09:44 PM

Quote from: "takashirose"How would I know when they'll fix the PayPal problem?

E-mail them or just send a m.o as payment.

TEKWRX · 08/15/2006, 09:59 PM

Well, it's been a week now and I still have not gotten my money back. It's almost $400! Sometime I really hate Paypal...

Vanquish · 08/18/2006, 05:36 AM

Hi. I am gonna give you a good advice (i hope).
Buy your system on ebay. I know some good sellers than even replaced me a defective pc engine, so no problems here. You will have to pay throu paypal but that isnt a problem either (i never had a problem with that).

I suggest you, for explample, a guy called hit-japan. Sells tons of things. Or nippotopia. Or.. lots more of japanesse sellers. You will get bored looking at their sales

I will link you a console here:
boxed pc engine duo http://cgi.ebay.es/PC-Engine-DUO-Console-Boxed-Import-JAPAN_W0QQitemZ320018600783QQihZ011QQcategoryZ62054QQtcZphotoQQcmdZViewItem
unboxed pc engine dou
http://cgi.ebay.es/PC-Engine-DUO-Console-Import-JAPAN_W0QQitemZ320015119918QQihZ011QQcategoryZ62054QQtcZphotoQQcmdZViewItem

forget about duo-r and duo-rx, the original duo is the sexyest ;)

You can try get a pc engine + interface unit + cdrom2 (that is what i have and what i like more) but it will be more expensive and hard to find a nice and good cared system, although i think it is worth it

And about games... these are the ones i like most: R-Type CD, Bomberman 93/94, Gradius 2, wonderboy 3, galaga 88, PC Gengin/PC Kid and the great StreetFighter 2 '

I hope this will help you. IF you spent those 400$... with that you will be able to buy what i am telling you and more on ebay.

Good luck having them back and good luck getting your pc engine, it is worth it

TEKWRX · 08/18/2006, 07:32 PM

Thanks for your advice. Yeah, I've been looking at ebay a lot. I'm sure that's where my system will come from. I'm just waiting for Paypal to refund my money 1st. The $400 wasn't just for the PC-Engine. The briefcase system was only $135, I also bought a famicom, super famicom, and a bunch of games...

takashirose · 08/18/2006, 10:22 PM

Check out www.gamechoiceclub.com . I never bought from them yet, but they have what you are looking for.

Vanquish · 08/21/2006, 08:51 AM

ebay forever

TR0N · 08/22/2006, 02:17 AM

Since were listing sellers i list my favorite one.

Dream_Stars_Japan the seller is expensive but "great service" just ask any one here and they will tell ya same.

Btw that's where i got my Duo-R from complete and boxed

http://stores.ebay.com/DREAM-STARS-JAPAN_W0QQss

I notice some mention, Hit-Japan keep in mind when you buy from that seller it's a "gamble" weather you get a working console or not.

Vanquish · 08/22/2006, 07:57 PM

nippotopia replaced me a non working pc engine for another one only paying half the shipping

and yeah, Dream_Stars_Japan has quality

Keranu · 08/22/2006, 10:40 PM

Congratulations on making possibly the greatest video game decision

. The PCE+CDROM2 briefcase design is one of the coolest designs in console history and I'm sure you'll fall in love with it as much as I have with mine ;) . There are piles upon piles of great games for the system and a huge library to search and hunt through, so collecting never seems to get old for it. You can find lots of thread around here that recommends new games to new people and I am sure they will come in a lot of handy. Welcome and once again, congratulations

!

Vanquish · 08/23/2006, 08:00 AM

just get yourself rtype complete cd and start drooling

Damm... i wanna finish my exams to play again! lol

Also thinking on spending cash on Dracula X (i've got a bootleg copy but as you know, it is not the same)

TR0N · 08/23/2006, 10:05 PM

Quote from: "Vanquish"nippotopia replaced me a non working pc engine for another one only paying half the shipping

and yeah, Dream_Stars_Japan has quality

Congrats heck paypal still owes me $28.11 for that order i made with, JGS for a famicom cart.

Oh well i'll buy from them in the future still i got np useing m.o as payments.

Beside i got my... famicom disk system from JGS and that work out great for me