Midwest Gaming Classic 2011 - March 26th & 27th

Duo_R · 01/09/2011, 04:02 PM

Ok who's going? I am not sure myself but it would be cool. A suggestion if people want to meet up is to use Google Lattitude on smartphones.

http://www.midwestgamingclassic.com

How did last year go? Is this worth checking out?

DragonmasterDan · 01/09/2011, 04:53 PM

Quote from: Duo_R on 01/09/2011, 04:02 PMOk who's going? I am not sure myself but it would be cool. A suggestion if people want to meet up is to use Google Lattitude on smartphones.

http://www.midwestgamingclassic.com

How did last year go? Is this worth checking out?

I'll be going again this year. I know Chany went last year as well. Not sure who else is going, but there's a lot of us in Chicagoland on the boards that aren't that far away from Milwaukee.

hoobs88 · 01/09/2011, 06:23 PM

I'm attending PAX East 2 weeks before the MGC and won't be able to attend.

chany60126 · 01/09/2011, 06:33 PM

Midwest Gaming Classic is a blast. I made some killer finds last year such as the US versions of Bonk 3 SCD, Neutopia 2 with manual, Shockman with manual and other great stuff. They also have rows and rows of arcades and pinball machines on free play for your enjoyment. I am not sure if I will be able to attend this year due to a potential scheduling conflict, but I will try my best.

nectarsis · 01/09/2011, 06:51 PM

I had to miss last year..that won't happen this time.

OldRover · 01/09/2011, 07:09 PM

I won't be moved up there by that time this year but I'll be sure to make it to next year's.

BlueBMW · 01/12/2011, 07:05 PM

Considering this... anyone know which airport I would have to fly into?

Duo_R · 01/12/2011, 07:11 PM

If I cant go which is probable, might need one of you to pick up some fami carts for me (and some other goodies).

Mathius · 01/13/2011, 02:55 AM

I have never been to any convention since the Nintendo World Championships back in the day. I live in Indiana, and would love to go.

DragonmasterDan · 01/13/2011, 07:50 AM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 01/12/2011, 07:05 PMConsidering this... anyone know which airport I would have to fly into?

The largest airport nearby would be Milwaukee Mitchell airport.

guyjin · 01/13/2011, 09:24 PM

So I'm going. But in years past it has been difficult, sometimes, to meet up with fellow board members.

There is also another board, and another con, that I go to, and one of the things they do is a dinner. Nearly everyone from that board at the con goes. everybody chats and eats and has a good time.

So I'm thinking we should do something like that this year. get a table or 2 (or 3?) at the nearest Perkins (or whatever) on Saturday or Sunday night after the con proper has closed.

Whaddaya say?

turbogrfxfan · 01/13/2011, 09:29 PM

Quote from: guyjin on 01/13/2011, 09:24 PMSo I'm going. But in years past it has been difficult, sometimes, to meet up with fellow board members.

There is also another board, and another con, that I go to, and one of the things they do is a dinner. Nearly everyone from that board at the con goes. everybody chats and eats and has a good time.

So I'm thinking we should do something like that this year. get a table or 2 (or 3?) at the nearest Perkins (or whatever) on Saturday or Sunday night after the con proper has closed.

Whaddaya say?

i gotta go over funds but id like to fly in for some fresh air, peeps, and games

BlueBMW · 01/13/2011, 09:30 PM

Sounds like a good idea Guyjin. I'm still trying to figure out the logistics of making it happen, but hopefully I can make it work!

guyjin · 01/14/2011, 09:17 AM

please let me know which day works better for everyone (saturday or sunday night)

JoshTurboTrollX · 01/14/2011, 05:23 PM

I think Saturday night would work best for us. I'll be there as usual. Should be a rokken time!!

turbogrfxfan · 01/14/2011, 11:42 PM

well Im booked and flyin in on fri and stayin till sunday. Sat prolly better for mebut, we all gotta meet up!!

Mathius · 01/15/2011, 12:29 AM

Quote from: turbogrfxfan on 01/14/2011, 11:42 PMwell Im booked and flyin in on fri and stayin till sunday. Sat prolly better for mebut, we all gotta meet up!!

Meeting up with yous guys would rule! But, I have to see what my GF thinks about the whole thing.

Duo_R · 01/15/2011, 12:35 AM

Are you guys staying at the hotel where the convention is?

guyjin · 01/15/2011, 02:04 AM

Quote from: Mathius on 01/15/2011, 12:29 AM
Quote from: turbogrfxfan on 01/14/2011, 11:42 PMwell Im booked and flyin in on fri and stayin till sunday. Sat prolly better for mebut, we all gotta meet up!!
Meeting up with yous guys would rule! But, I have to see what my GF thinks about the whole thing.

Mathius · 01/15/2011, 02:29 AM

Anvari.org??? I don't get it.

DHG Hunter · 01/15/2011, 03:45 PM

Quote from: chany60126 on 01/09/2011, 06:33 PMThey also have rows and rows of arcades and pinball machines on free play for your enjoyment.

::Cough:: And a playable console & computing museum filled with games and systems...

I posted a video for two of the rooms if you're interested:

Should have Zenki FX there this year.

Later.

turbogrfxfan · 01/15/2011, 04:01 PM

Quote from: DHG Hunter on 01/15/2011, 03:45 PM
Quote from: chany60126 on 01/09/2011, 06:33 PMThey also have rows and rows of arcades and pinball machines on free play for your enjoyment.
::Cough:: And a playable console & computing museum filled with games and systems...

I posted a video for two of the rooms if you're interested:
Should have Zenki FX there this year.

Later.

awesome!! thnx for putting it up! cant wait to go!

JoshTurboTrollX · 01/15/2011, 04:14 PM

Holy shit a JD sighting!@?!? lol- Yes this years show should rule!! Any idea's on a restaurant to meet up at and time?

guyjin · 01/16/2011, 02:47 AM

Well, there's a metric buttload of restarants near the convention center. Everything from fancy sit down places to taco bell. can you guys help me narrow it down?

As for time, to avoid scheduling conflicts, I figure 15-30 minutes after the con closes, so about 8:30 Saturday night, or 5:30 if we decide on Sunday.

I should really post a poll.

turbogrfxfan · 01/16/2011, 10:37 AM

Sat Is bood for me. Im leaving sunday at 4. I really dont care where we meet. I dont prefer taco bell or an upscale place. A friday or hulahans is cool cause then we could have a beer or something.

DHG Hunter · 01/16/2011, 09:15 PM

Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 01/15/2011, 04:14 PMHoly shit a JD sighting!@?!? lol- Yes this years show should rule!! Any idea's on a restaurant to meet up at and time?

I haven't posted in a while, sorry about that!

A lot of people get together Friday night already in the Sheraton for some food and karaoke. It has certainly become a tradition over the years, and while they haven't announced anything yet this year, I know the DJ has already been picked and they're mulling through a few final details before making an official announcement. Otherwise, like Guyjin says, there are a ton of places in the area. The Milwaukee Brookfield Sheraton is in the middle of just about everything.

Later.

JoshTurboTrollX · 01/16/2011, 09:33 PM

Hmmm, Friday night might work for just meet up and hanging out with the whole MGC family, but still I think we should try to do a Saturday night thing with just us PCFX duders and wives/husbands/kids/whatevers......

A Friday's/ Applebees type place could totally work. 8:30 Saturday night then?

Quote from: guyjin on 01/16/2011, 02:47 AMI should really post a poll.

Do it.

Duo_R · 01/16/2011, 10:47 PM

What airport is closest to fly in? Want to check some prices.

nectarsis · 01/16/2011, 10:56 PM

Quote from: Duo_R on 01/16/2011, 10:47 PMWhat airport is closest to fly in? Want to check some prices.

Milwaukee Mitchell (MKE)

esteban · 01/17/2011, 09:23 AM

Too bad the Midwest Gaming Classic is in the Middle of Nowhere*.

On that note, it's refreshing to learn that Milwaukee now has an airport.

* Yes, I'm trolling.

Nazi NecroPhile · 01/17/2011, 12:15 PM

Quote from: esteban on 01/17/2011, 09:23 AMToo bad the Midwest Gaming Classic is in the Middle of Nowhere.

Look on the bright side - at least it's not in Jersey. *

* - Yes, I'm also trolling.

Mathius · 01/17/2011, 01:03 PM

Man, I wish I could troll with yous guys.

bartre · 01/17/2011, 08:29 PM

can't say i've ever been to this, but looking into it, i am SO going if i can swing it with the budget and the schedule
that being said, if i were to go, i'd be totally up for a PCEFX meetup, sounds like it could be a lot of fun.

(also, surprisingly enough, the GF got real excited when i told her about this thing...

)

turbogrfxfan · 01/17/2011, 08:33 PM

Quote from: guest on 01/17/2011, 12:15 PM
Quote from: esteban on 01/17/2011, 09:23 AMToo bad the Midwest Gaming Classic is in the Middle of Nowhere.
Look on the bright side - at least it's not in Jersey. *

* - Yes, I'm also trolling.

rolfl lol your such a d@#$!

Looks like Jersey is comming there!

Mathius · 01/17/2011, 09:48 PM

I am coming! Going to be there with Ashley to geek out on some classic games. Look forward to seeing you all.

blueraven · 01/17/2011, 10:18 PM

Quote from: esteban on 01/17/2011, 09:23 AMToo bad the Midwest Gaming Classic is in the Middle of Nowhere*.

On that note, it's refreshing to learn that Milwaukee now has an airport.

* Yes, I'm trolling.

*This comment has been flagged for removal due to your illogical love for JJ & Jeff. That is all.

post-script; any responses by yourself or rag-time4 will be immediately discounted

*

Keranu · 01/17/2011, 10:35 PM

Quote from: blueraven on 01/17/2011, 10:18 PM
Quote from: esteban on 01/17/2011, 09:23 AMToo bad the Midwest Gaming Classic is in the Middle of Nowhere*.

On that note, it's refreshing to learn that Milwaukee now has an airport.

* Yes, I'm trolling.
*This comment has been flagged for removal due to your illogical love for JJ & Jeff. That is all.

post-script; any responses by yourself or rag-time4 will be immediately discounted *

But responses by me WON'T!

Let it be known, JJ & Jeff kicks some serious ass!

DHG Hunter · 01/17/2011, 11:21 PM

Quote from: esteban on 01/17/2011, 09:23 AMToo bad the Midwest Gaming Classic is in the Middle of Nowhere*.
On that note, it's refreshing to learn that Milwaukee now has an airport.

* Yes, I'm trolling.

Well, the working electricity thing had to happen sooner or later too... Running everything off of generators and AA's was getting pretty expensive! ;)

On a side note, since I'm closer to Chicago than Milwuakee I've checked the prices of hotels and convention centers... To say the least, if we moved the show there (which won't happen), ticket prices would likely triple and that's before we rent things like tables or have a bunch of electricians plug our "complicated" electronics in for us.

Later.

Mathius · 01/18/2011, 12:57 AM

Are any of you planning on staying at the Sheraton overnight, or somewhere else???

bartre · 01/18/2011, 02:21 AM

If i go, i'm staying at the Sheraton.

also, how can you hate on the JJ and Jeff, they're the laurel and hardy of their generation!

blueraven · 01/18/2011, 02:28 AM

I feel sorry for all of you that love that game.

A mountain of meh.

And Keranu,

Quote from: Keranu on 01/17/2011, 10:35 PMLet it be known, JJ & Jeff kicks some serious ass!

Srsly?

What's good about it other than childhood memories of one's first turbo?

Mathius · 01/18/2011, 02:45 AM

Quote from: blueraven on 01/18/2011, 02:28 AMI feel sorry for all of you that love that game.

A mountain of meh.

And Keranu,
Quote from: Keranu on 01/17/2011, 10:35 PMLet it be known, JJ & Jeff kicks some serious ass!
Srsly?

What's good about it other than childhood memories of one's first turbo?

I have no nostalgic memories of JJ and Jeff. That said I have a pretty good time with it. Not the best platformer ever, but serviceable.

bartre · 01/18/2011, 07:01 PM

since i've never been before, how's the Turbob/PCE stuff at MGC usually?
any particular vendors i should check out?
anything noteworthy in the town itself?

nectarsis · 01/18/2011, 07:04 PM

Quote from: bartre on 01/18/2011, 07:01 PMsince i've never been before, how's the Turbob/PCE stuff at MGC usually?
any particular vendors i should check out?
anything noteworthy in the town itself?

More Turbo/PCE than I figured would be there last time I went. I assume 16-bit will be there...he can be a bit pricey but has quality stuff.

As for noteworthy in town..all depends what you're looking for ;)

DragonmasterDan · 01/18/2011, 07:07 PM

Quote from: bartre on 01/18/2011, 07:01 PMsince i've never been before, how's the Turbob/PCE stuff at MGC usually?
any particular vendors i should check out?
anything noteworthy in the town itself?

Last year I only saw two vendors with a large amount of it. Mad Gear LLC and one other Gentleman with some generally overpriced PCE and Neo Geo inventory.

DHG Hunter · 01/18/2011, 11:10 PM

Quote from: bartre on 01/18/2011, 07:01 PMsince i've never been before, how's the Turbob/PCE stuff at MGC usually?
any particular vendors i should check out?
anything noteworthy in the town itself?

Well, a lot of the rooms are still tenatively putting things together, so I really can't speak for the level of Turbo just yet, but in the two rooms I help fill we usually represent the Turbo fairly decently, IMHO. This year in the Console Arcade there will be a Duo running Gate of Thunder, a SuperGrafx running Daimakaimura (Ghouls 'n Ghosts), and a PC-FX running Zenki FX. Generally, I'll also bring with a few special requests to pop in the waning hours of Saturday. Then again, there's always the chance that a certain 'Fest will make a reappearance this year... Never know. ;)

As for vendors, I never get over there as much as I would like to, but yeah, Carlson's Mad Gear Games usually shows up as well as a few other vendors with Turbo stuff. Vending should be sold out relatively soon if it hasn't already, and I imagine an announcement will be made for who will be there shortly after.

Finally, as for Milwaukee, it really depends on what your interests are. J.R.R. Tolkien buffs will probably enjoy the author's museum filled with original manuscripts and the like. Motorcycle buffs will probably enjoy the Harley Davidson museum. I mean, there's stuff to do in the area, but honestly if you're anything like me you'll probably be pretty wiped out after the show and just want to unwind some. If you're planning on staying in the area for a while, you might want to check this out.

Later.

BlueBMW · 01/18/2011, 11:13 PM

What no duo running Sapphire?

I'll never get to play that game two player lol.

chany60126 · 01/19/2011, 12:23 AM

Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 01/18/2011, 07:07 PM
Quote from: bartre on 01/18/2011, 07:01 PMsince i've never been before, how's the Turbob/PCE stuff at MGC usually?
any particular vendors i should check out?
anything noteworthy in the town itself?
Last year I only saw two vendors with a large amount of it. Mad Gear LLC and one other Gentleman with some generally overpriced PCE and Neo Geo inventory.

In addition to these peops, there was also this guy from Germantown, WI (I can't remember the name of the store) that had turbob games, which is where I got the games that I listed on the first page of this thread. He had great stuff including Dungeon Explorer II and Might Magic 3 which were in the display case (albeit overpriced). But I got great deals on other stuff. I imagine this stuff sold like hotcakes since I got there early on Saturday. I also saw some random turbo games scattered around.

DHG Hunter · 01/19/2011, 12:25 AM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 01/18/2011, 11:13 PMWhat no duo running Sapphire? I'll never get to play that game two player lol.

There will be a few games a bit out of the "mainstream" this year, but over the years I've learned to kinda temper my personal enthusiam for displaying collectible games like Sapphire on the Duo+Arcade or those games with too much Japanese text like Hokuto no Ken (Fist of the North Star) on the PS2. As I said before, I might be able to do some special requests, and Sapphire is a game I've brought in the past, but I can't guarantee I'll get everything in - especially if the show is still hopping later on in the day.

There's still a lot of things to be announced yet, and I'll be sure to bring up any Turbo-related stuff here.

Later.

BlueBMW · 01/19/2011, 12:28 AM

I'll assume a bootleg copy of Sapphire wouldn't be allowed? Much less risk of loss over a real copy!

If you need one (or fifty) let me know