Littleronin Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 3 hours ago, chakoo said: Every collection needs a copy of ToeJam & Earl. I fully endorse this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 1208 games in my physical collection, not one of them ToeJam & Earl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleronin Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 Time to make a gofundme to get a copy of TJ&E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chakoo Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 10 minutes ago, CastlevaniaNut18 said: 1208 games in my physical collection, not one of them ToeJam & Earl. Time to fix that! It took me a while to get a copy in my collection since I rarely saw a copy locally. Yet oddly once I finally found my copy another one showed up which I scooped up for my friend who also was on a long term hunt for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 I mean, they don't look like bad games. It's just one of those I've overlooked over the years. I have no childhood attachment to it and my husband wasn't crazy about them. I may add one to the collection at some point. Especially if I came across a good looking copy for cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chakoo Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 I will admit for me it's a case of childhood memory, it was one of the few genesis games I had till my brother broke our system. Yet with that said the game still actually holds up. Think of it as a colorful/silly roguelike. The map layout, item placement and items themself are randomized every time you play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleronin Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 For me finding those two were just like reliving childhood having those two in my grubby little paws. And as much as I am happy to have TJ&E, I was about over the moon to get Mutant League Hockey again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chakoo Posted August 14, 2020 Share Posted August 14, 2020 This showed up in the mail recently. I picked it up for two reasons, 1) I was keep tabs on yahoo auctions and saw a chance to jump on one for cheap and 2) While I have it on Neo CD this is one of the few Neo CD games where loading time actually annoys me. It's also interesting that the loading issues of 94 are less of a problem in 95. I'm actually fine with playing 95 on Neo CD. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Like I mention at least the price was right (7390Y total [~70 USD] - 4,700Y buy/fees & 2,690Y for shipping). As a follow up, I have another NG AES cart waiting for me in japan. I picked up Fire Suplex (3 Count Bout). I know the game is broken when you get to the 3rd level but I like the look of the game and as well I was able to scoop up a copy for 5200Y (before shipping). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleronin Posted August 14, 2020 Share Posted August 14, 2020 Speaking of and it most likely deserves its own thread but. MVSX is coming to North America for $499 complete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 We paid less for the real thing. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chakoo Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 2 hours ago, Littleronin said: Speaking of and it most likely deserves its own thread but. MVSX is coming to North America for $499 complete. Yeah I've heard about this but IMO I feel it's a little pricey for what it is. Sure I know it aligns with Arcade 1Ups but I kind of feel if you're going down this route why not just simply buy a normal barcade, restored arcade cabinet or build one yourself (like I did). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleronin Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 Yeah, I just found it interesting that they were getting into the mini (although I think this one is almost full size with the riser) arcade thing. And your post with King of Fighters reminded me of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodimus Posted September 1, 2020 Author Share Posted September 1, 2020 I thought I had toe jam and earl 3 on Xbox. I was wrong I don’t have it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chakoo Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 Waiting on the post be like Still waiting for two packages to make their way to me. One with some Gundam PSP games and the other with 3 Count Bout AES. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 I know that feel. Still waiting on a package of retro stuff from Japan. Could be any day now, could be two months, who knows. Husband's Blast City cab is supposed to be shipping this Friday, though. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleronin Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 I feel you guys. I have a package coming from Japan and one coming from Europe. I feel that the is a bit crazy this time. But I guess it might get here when it gets here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 I'm hoping the cab won't take too long. It arrived from Japan to the seller last week. It's coming from Reno, NV now. He's trying to decide what game marquee he's gonna get for it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chakoo Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 55 minutes ago, CastlevaniaNut18 said: I'm hoping the cab won't take too long. It arrived from Japan to the seller last week. It's coming from Reno, NV now. He's trying to decide what game marquee he's gonna get for it. Nice. Do you know if it's got a Tri-Sync screen? I really need to find a good month of free time to disassemble my Capcom Cab so I can restore it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 3 minutes ago, chakoo said: Nice. Do you know if it's got a Tri-Sync screen? I really need to find a good month of free time to disassemble my Capcom Cab so I can restore it. He said yep. I’m going to be missing my husband for a while when this arrives, I’m sure. I just hope it’s not as much work as the Neo Geo was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chakoo Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 56 minutes ago, CastlevaniaNut18 said: He said yep. I’m going to be missing my husband for a while when this arrives, I’m sure. I just hope it’s not as much work as the Neo Geo was. Nice. Japanese cabinets are much better put together then US cabs were. So as long as the units in good shape there isn't much to really tinker with unless changing the control panel or recapping the monitor. I personally known my cab needs a lot of work because it's yellowed in my storage locker and the CRT is in need of a good recapping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodimus Posted September 1, 2020 Author Share Posted September 1, 2020 How does one buy a Japanese Arcade Cabinet? I ask because I'm interested in his. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chakoo Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 2 hours ago, Rodimus said: How does one buy a Japanese Arcade Cabinet? I ask because I'm interested in his. Find someone who has one already in the US for sale or look to someone who is doing a bulk import of units from japan (this happens less frequently). Either way expect to pay $500 - $1000+ for one. Best to hang around groups on facebook or hit up an arcade centrick site like ArcadeOtaku or KLOV. I got mine back in 2000 from a guy off ebay who had a small arcade in SoCal and was selling off units he was bring over from japan. I think I paid around 400ish for mine and went to pick it up in person. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 Husband found a guy in an arcade forum who imported and sold them. $1000 for the cab, a little over $400 for shipping since he's in NV, so not within driving distance for us. This was essentially the guy's final go. Said they're getting harder to come by and the profit margins are getting low. Like, he might sell again, but he's just decided overall, it's not really worth it anymore, unless he knows he can get a good deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 You're also almost certainly going to have to do some work on it when it arrives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleronin Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 2 hours ago, CastlevaniaNut18 said: Husband found a guy in an arcade forum who imported and sold them. $1000 for the cab, a little over $400 for shipping since he's in NV, so not within driving distance for us. This was essentially the guy's final go. Said they're getting harder to come by and the profit margins are getting low. Like, he might sell again, but he's just decided overall, it's not really worth it anymore, unless he knows he can get a good deal. Yeah I know there is an arcade in Reno that deals with just Japanese style arcade machines. I was debating about getting an old cab from them and then COVID hit and we haven't been up to Reno in almost 6 months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleronin Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 Just nabbed a copy of Rule of Rose for a bit under going rate. Mainly purchased to help out a friend of a friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chakoo Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 15 hours ago, Littleronin said: Just nabbed a copy of Rule of Rose for a bit under going rate. Mainly purchased to help out a friend of a friend. Congrats! Something I always kick myself over is thinking about how many times in the past I would see a game going for pretty cheap and passed over it only to find out years later it's stupidly rare now. I remember doing that for both RoR and Eternal Poison like 10 years ago. -edit- Speaking of retro gets. I need to post photos because my 3 Gundam PSP games finally showed up. Sadly one I already own but the set was like $30ish shipped so I can't complain. I've been needing to get a physical copy of Gundam Vs Gundam Next Plus for a while. -edit 2- Decided to stop being lazy and quickly take a photo. The middle one is a dup for me. I actually have a number of Gundam PSP games. Unsure if i'll trade it in to a retro shop or just give away here if anybody might be interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleronin Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 Rule of Rose is one of those ones that I just figured I was never going to go out of my way to get it, and if it every landed in my lap I would seriously consider buying it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodimus Posted September 8, 2020 Author Share Posted September 8, 2020 19 hours ago, Littleronin said: Just nabbed a copy of Rule of Rose for a bit under going rate. Mainly purchased to help out a friend of a friend. That is how I bought my Virtual Boy. I didn't want it but my friend was selling it and needed money. I paid him a fair price for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleronin Posted September 11, 2020 Share Posted September 11, 2020 It has arrived. The case has a couple of dings on it but overall it is in really good shape. I also have added a few other games (Mario Party 7 with the mic coming to mind), not as many as a normal month. I am just far to exhausted as I had a concussion in early July and have had a hell of a time recovering, so I haven't been able to get out as much as I like with most thing being 150 mile round trip drives to get to. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chakoo Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 Yay this arrived on friday. Gave it a go last night and proceeded to get my ass kicked in the first round. -.- I'm quite happy with it as the condition on the box, manual & cart are great other then the usual issues that plague NG AES boxes (shrinking cover plastic and wrinkled insert). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted September 19, 2020 Share Posted September 19, 2020 It's here. Sucks it came on such an awful day. My excitement is dampened. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chakoo Posted September 19, 2020 Share Posted September 19, 2020 Looks in decent shape but also looks to have some water damage at the bottom by the looks of thing. You two are going to have a blast with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted September 19, 2020 Share Posted September 19, 2020 It’s not water damage. Unsure if it can come off, though. He’s working on getting it cleaned up to bring in the house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IdeaOfEvil Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 I don't know if anyone here is in to the hd-retro console scene, but the PS1Digital kit just arrived =) And now I gotta find someone with the time to do an NES, Gamecube, and PS1 install Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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