New to TurboGrafx

YoshiFtJ · 04/05/2010, 01:49 PM

I just got my console today. I got two copies of Neutopia and a copy of Neutopia II, an RF switch and a controller.

What do you suggest I get? Games, accessories, etc.

What is this I hear about a File Cabinet? Is that an memory card type of expansion?

NecroPhile · 04/05/2010, 02:06 PM

Quote from: YoshiFtJ on 04/05/2010, 01:49 PMI just got my console today. I got two copies of Neutopia and a copy of Neutopia II, an RF switch and a controller.

Congratulations and welcome aboard. Those two titles are a good place from which to start building a collection.

Quote from: YoshiFtJ on 04/05/2010, 01:49 PMWhat do you suggest I get? Games, accessories, etc.

It depends; what type of games do you prefer?

Quote from: YoshiFtJ on 04/05/2010, 01:49 PMWhat is this I hear about a File Cabinet? Is that an memory card type of expansion?

Outside of Neutopia and its sequel, I don't think that term is used, but it saves your progress to the internal memory found in the TurboBooster+, CD interface unit, and Duos. Without one of these upgrades, you'll have to instead contend with the password system.

YoshiFtJ · 04/05/2010, 03:01 PM

Quote from: guest on 04/05/2010, 02:06 PMCongratulations and welcome aboard. Those two titles are a good place from which to start building a collection.

Why thank you, glad to be here.

Quote from: guest on 04/05/2010, 02:06 PMIt depends; what type of games do you prefer?

Hm. I like almost all games. I am mostly fond of RPGs and a good side-scroller. Also action games like Blazing Lazers and Contra. But yeah, almost all games.

Quote from: guest on 04/05/2010, 02:06 PMOutside of Neutopia and its sequel, I don't think that term is used, but it saves your progress to the internal memory found in the TurboBooster+, CD interface unit, and Duos. Without one of these upgrades, you'll have to instead contend with the password system.

Oh, so I am stuck with the password system? I do want to pick up the CD attachment, gotta find one.

NecroPhile · 04/05/2010, 03:43 PM

Since you're not picky about genres, you can't go wrong with any of these:

Shmups - Air Zonk, Blazing Lazers, Dead Moon, Galaga '90, Soldier Blade, Super Star Soldier
Platformer - Bonk's Adventure, Bonk's Revenge, Bonk 3: Bonk's Big Adventure (pricey), New Adventure Island, Ninja Spirit, Splatterhouse
RPG - Order of the Griffon (the only straight up RPG on the TG-16)
Other - Alien Crush, Bomberman '93, Devil's Crush, Dungeon Explorer, Military Madness, Parasol Stars, Time Cruise

P.S. - When (if) you either get your TG-16 region modded or get a region converter, you'll have a much larger HuCard library to choose from.

YoshiFtJ · 04/05/2010, 05:14 PM

Sorry for the noob question, but how does one region mod their console?

Arkhan Asylum · 04/05/2010, 05:15 PM

Quote from: NecroPhileRPG - Order of the Griffon (the only straight up RPG on the TG-16)

To an extent, double dungeons is. Its alot like an early to mid 80s CRPG. (Wizardry). Even though you only get one character to control.

As far as getting CD-ROM systems, you really want a Duo of some kind. Don't bother with the TG-CD if you don't have to. If you have to, make sure to get one thats from someone who knew what they were doing and replaced the internals

. Otherwise you might get a dud that breaks down on you in no time. They're kinda unreliable. Its the nature of old-ass CD-ROM equipment.

Though, You'll also need the system 3.0 card (pricey) if you want to play Super CD-ROM games! The only way around the pricey US card, is if you region mod your TG and get the extremely cheap Japanese version of the card.

and as far as Duo's go, avoid the black one unless its confirmed that the one you are buying has been repaired/serviced by someone. They have audio problems, and it would be lame to get it and have it wack out on you.

The Duo-R and Duo-RX from Japan are the best thing around as far as a CD system. Reliable, built in System card 3, and plays Japanese games

. You can sometimes find them domestically on forums, but if not, importing one will cost you about as much as getting a TG-CD unit and System Card 3.

Have a Japanese Duo and your US TG-16 and you can play everything!

since, CD-ROM games are not region specific. They work on any system.

Quote from: YoshiFtJ on 04/05/2010, 05:14 PMSorry for the noob question, but how does one region mod their console?

You add a switch inside the console and do some re-routing of the pins on the hucard connector. Theres a schematic for it, but if you're not comfortable soldering, its better to have someone who is, do it for you

or skip it and get a Japanese Duo!

offsidewing · 04/05/2010, 11:57 PM

Turbo Grafx is a hell of a drug. I've tried to quit twice.

Welcome to the forums!

YoshiFtJ · 04/06/2010, 12:19 PM

I will definitely look into the Duo's. I do want to play a bunch of Japanese games (I am also a Japanese Saturn game collector so I've seen a lot what they have to offer) so buying one sounds like a good idea.

turbogrfxfan · 04/06/2010, 02:24 PM

hey whats up. pcenginefx is the place to be. yeah man, Since I was a kid instead of modding my system cause I want everything original I use a converter and a japanese arcade pro card. Its the most simple and you dont mess things up. The arcade pro card will run ya around 40-50 bucks and if ya go to telegames.co.uk. you can get a converter for like like sixty bucks on sale.ha ha ha Oh yeah ya need the cd system as well

esteban · 04/06/2010, 05:12 PM

Welcome, Yoshi

Quote from: YoshiFtJ on 04/06/2010, 12:19 PMI will definitely look into the Duo's. I do want to play a bunch of Japanese games (I am also a Japanese Saturn game collector so I've seen a lot what they have to offer) so buying one sounds like a good idea.

First, the good news:

1) With the TG-16, you can play a bunch of inexpensive North American HuCard games. It's totally worth it.

2) When you have the $$$, you can buy a Japanese CD system (i.e. DUO-R, or a refurbished console from trusted community member) and play all CD format games (there is no region lock-out) and all Japanese HuCards.

3) We can help, so ask as many questions as you want.

Now, the bad news:

Quote from: offsidewing on 04/05/2010, 11:57 PMTurbo Grafx is a hell of a drug. I've tried to quit twice.

Truth.

Arkhan Asylum · 04/06/2010, 05:38 PM

Quote from: YoshiFtJ on 04/06/2010, 12:19 PMI will definitely look into the Duo's. I do want to play a bunch of Japanese games (I am also a Japanese Saturn game collector so I've seen a lot what they have to offer) so buying one sounds like a good idea.

well if youre hip to importing, you should be able to find a pretty cheap duo-r. Check RisingStuff.com, or yahoo.jp. With a bit of patience you can find a 60$ one also

YoshiFtJ · 04/06/2010, 09:22 PM

Guess it is time to hit up Yahoo auctions. This is always fun...

So I tried to find a copy of Bonk 3 online, but I couldn't even find the USA one. I found a Japanese copy for $100 or so.

Arkhan Asylum · 04/06/2010, 10:08 PM

Quote from: YoshiFtJ on 04/06/2010, 09:22 PMGuess it is time to hit up Yahoo auctions. This is always fun...

So I tried to find a copy of Bonk 3 online, but I couldn't even find the USA one. I found a Japanese copy for $100 or so.

ah.... yeah. thats rough.

Im sure if you post around you will find a duo-r on a forum and may not even need to go overseas!

Opethian · 04/06/2010, 11:22 PM

Hey Yoshi, glad you liked it.

TR0N · 04/07/2010, 03:21 AM

Quote from: YoshiFtJ on 04/05/2010, 05:14 PMSorry for the noob question, but how does one region mod their console?

If you don't know electronics there people here like this that can do it.
https://www.pcengine-fx.com/forums/index.php?topic=7287.0

Though if you ask me converters are a waste and over priced to boot.Years ago i got,my duo-r and TG16 region modded and now i can play my u.s and jpn hucards on either console.

YoshiFtJ · 04/08/2010, 11:30 AM

Quote from: Opethian on 04/06/2010, 11:22 PMHey Yoshi, glad you liked it.

Oh hey dude, hahaha. Thanks for the console.

When I am looking for a Duo-R, what would be a good price for one? I am seeing some on ebay but the lowest is $200.

NecroPhile · 04/08/2010, 11:39 AM

Quote from: YoshiFtJ on 04/06/2010, 09:22 PMSo I tried to find a copy of Bonk 3 online, but I couldn't even find the USA one. I found a Japanese copy for $100 or so.

Don't pay more than $30ish for the PCE version; with patience, even the Turbo version can be for around $100.

YoshiFtJ · 04/08/2010, 11:49 AM

What is the best source online for finding these games?

Opethian · 04/08/2010, 01:02 PM

risingstuff has some. ebay can be high priced and questionable quality for TG games.

RoyVegas · 04/08/2010, 01:18 PM

Quote from: Opethian on 04/08/2010, 01:02 PMebay can be high priced and questionable quality for TG games.

Quality can definately be an issue. For instance I was just talking to a power seller that has a sealed Somer Assault (I just need the box) and the discription says MINT. I asked for some more pictures of it just to make sure it was the US version. The pics he sent show that one of the corners has a huge dent in it. MINT? I think NOT.

Just talked to the seller again and he advised he didn't take the pics, his girlfriend did. He stated it was not dented when he listed it.

Opethian · 04/08/2010, 07:33 PM

Yea I gave up on raregamergirl. I got a refund for all the games that came broken or not in described condition. It was just a big waste of time and I'm out the shipping costs

TheClash603 · 04/08/2010, 09:29 PM

Quote from: Opethian on 04/08/2010, 07:33 PMYea I gave up on raregamergirl. I got a refund for all the games that came broken or not in described condition. It was just a big waste of time and I'm out the shipping costs

Gaming is a hobby best left to men. This is proof.