Turbo Fest (VGS) 2013

chany60126 · 04/15/2013, 11:19 PM

You heard the rumors, you saw the flyers Turbo Fest is returning to Chicagoland!! The summertime classic is back with more fun and more games to play. Come take part in our exciting 5-player Battle Lode Runner and Bomberman 94 tourney matches. Then, pilot a Raiden ship as you try to navigate the treacherous obstacles the game throws your way in this high scoring tournament.

Tournament times are as follows:

Battle Lode Runner: 11 AM
Bomberman 94: 1 PM
Raiden: 3 PM

The event will take place July 13th in Lombard, IL at the Heron Point Convention Center. The address is 665 W. North Ave in Lombard. It is in the same parking zone as the Fairfield Inn. Lombard is located a couple of miles west of Chicago. Turbo Fest is part of a retro-gaming convention called the Video Game Summit (VGS). The show, as well as Turbo Fest, will run from 9 AM-7 PM. There will be many people selling retro games and many other tournaments for other consoles as well. Arcades will also be present.

Admission is $5, but the price is well worth the admission. Entrance into our tournaments is 100% free. We would love to meet fellow T-16 enthusiasts such as yourselves.

In comparison to MGC, the VGS is smaller. However, you will find that the gaming area is very spacious and can do a great job accommodating the awesomeness that is Turbo Fest. If you have any questions, please let me know.

Come spend the day with your PCEFX brethren.

Let's keep the good times rolling!

chany60126 · 04/15/2013, 11:20 PM

I also want to point out some of the cool things Chicago has to offer in terms of gaming.
First off, Galloping Ghost Arcade is an absolute MUST-SEE. It is technically the second largest arcade in the US, and comprised of mostly retro arcades. It has got some pretty obscure cabinets such as Galaga 88, Street Fighter 1 (Fighting Street), Splatterhouse and many more. Feast your eyes on the amazing cabinet list:
http://www.gallopingghostarcade.com/games_list.htm

If you're in the mood for buying turbob games, you should check out the stores below. They have a decent selection of T-16 games.

ElSeven · 04/16/2013, 01:39 AM

Quote from: chany60126 on 04/15/2013, 11:19 PMTournament times are as follows:

Battle Lode Runner: 11 AM
Bomberman 94: 1 PM
Raiden: 3 PM

fyeahraiden!!!

JoshTurboTrollX · 04/16/2013, 12:23 PM

TurboFest and the VGS are always a good time! Know of any new vendors or new events being added this year? I didn't attend in 2012.

To think that with 2013's event, it will have 7 years of TurboFests! Both with Chany's events and the years we ran it at MGC (Including the 4 TVs we had outside in the hallway in 2011!!!)

Bring's back memories of the funny "what should we call it" thread.... LOL
https://www.pcengine-fx.com/forums/index.php?topic=1901.0

jeffhlewis · 04/16/2013, 03:56 PM

Count me in again this year - this was a blast in 2012!

Vendor area is tiny compared to MGC, but the deals were pretty damn good last year. I picked up Phantasy Star IV CIB for $20 last year and Einhander complete for $12.

Best part is just hanging out all day talking shop and playing games with no responsibility to run the show, a la MGC.

Flare65 · 04/16/2013, 09:10 PM

I vote to have pre kick off bash at Galloping Ghost the night before, just like last year!

BlueBMW · 04/16/2013, 09:56 PM

Battle Lode Runner tourney here I come!

roflmao · 04/16/2013, 10:47 PM

Gah! I so want to join in again. But it looks like I'll be moving/settling in during this year's Turbo Fest.

It was one of the highlights of last year for me so I will do everything I can to make it, but right now it doesn't look like it's in the books.

JoshTurboTrollX · 04/17/2013, 10:27 AM

Quote from: guest on 04/16/2013, 10:47 PMGah! I so want to join in again. But it looks like I'll be moving/settling in during this year's Turbo Fest. It was one of the highlights of last year for me so I will do everything I can to make it, but right now it doesn't look like it's in the books.

HA! Moving/settling screws up another OBEY gamer gathering for ANOTHER PCFXer!!! SONOFABITCH!!!!

I just hope we're all moved/settled by this July. ;)

whisper2053 · 04/17/2013, 11:17 AM

Sonofa...

Of all the times to be stuck overseas! This sounds like a helluva lot of fun! I am assuming this is held every year? If so, whenever I get back to Wisconsin, Chicago is not that far away

munchiaz · 04/17/2013, 01:28 PM

Wish I could go but this is taking place during the same time that EVO is taking place.

turboswimbz · 04/17/2013, 07:37 PM

I will be attempting a visit from the New York Area. Either Plane or Train seems like round trip will be about 125ish. Once out there with the help of locals I hope to get around to a hotel and the VGS. Anyone else in the area interested making the trip with me and meeting up with some PCFXers? (possibly seeing about sharing some cost)

BlueBMW · 04/17/2013, 09:15 PM

Esteban.... ESTEBAN WHERE ARE JOO!?

tggodfrey · 04/19/2013, 12:22 AM

I will be there.

esteban · 04/20/2013, 12:58 AM

MAINE RESIDENTS: It's not fair that VGS occurs the same weekend that I'm in Maine. WHOEVER LIVES IN MAINE, I'll be in the Damariscotta area so we can have our own MaineFest.

TurboCro · 04/21/2013, 09:32 AM

Quote from: turboswimbz on 04/17/2013, 07:37 PMI will be attempting a visit from the New York Area. Either Plane or Train seems like round trip will be about 125ish. Once out there with the help of locals I hope to get around to a hotel and the VGS. Anyone else in the area interested making the trip with me and meeting up with some PCFXers? (possibly seeing about sharing some cost)

Awesome man. I might make the trip out too, but the logistics are abit harder (I haz a famly)

esadajr · 04/30/2013, 05:47 PM

Quote from: guest on 04/16/2013, 10:47 PMGah! I so want to join in again. But it looks like I'll be moving/settling in during this year's Turbo Fest. It was one of the highlights of last year for me so I will do everything I can to make it, but right now it doesn't look like it's in the books.

Last year was awesome. Won't be able to make it this year, but hopefully I'll be able next year.

For those of you who can attend, well, attend!!! You'll have a blast. Apart from the Turbo, systems like the Jaguar and the Neo Geo AES are also there.

munchiaz · 04/30/2013, 10:00 PM

It would be awesome if you guys could stream some of the gaming events

esadajr · 05/01/2013, 10:28 AM

Quote from: munchiaz on 04/30/2013, 10:00 PMIt would be awesome if you guys could stream some of the gaming events

I second that. Hook up the main turbob to the good ol dazzle and there you go. If logistics don't allow for live streaming, perhaps a "tape" delay on YT.

jeffhlewis · 05/01/2013, 10:34 AM

I'm planning on bringing my Neo Geo AES, my Sharp X68000 and potentially my PCE briefcase setup if we need another one.

Also should have a TV or two to bring.

BlueBMW · 05/01/2013, 07:29 PM

I'll bring whatever is wanted. Maybe the nuon?

chany60126 · 05/01/2013, 08:59 PM

Thanks for the kind words you guys, much appreciated!

Quote from: guest on 04/16/2013, 10:47 PMGah! I so want to join in again. But it looks like I'll be moving/settling in during this year's Turbo Fest. It was one of the highlights of last year for me so I will do everything I can to make it, but right now it doesn't look like it's in the books.

It was nice meeting you last year, rolf. I am glad you had a great time. Hopefully the stars will align themselves so you can join us again this year.

Quote from: TurboCro on 04/21/2013, 09:32 AM
Quote from: turboswimbz on 04/17/2013, 07:37 PMI will be attempting a visit from the New York Area. Either Plane or Train seems like round trip will be about 125ish. Once out there with the help of locals I hope to get around to a hotel and the VGS. Anyone else in the area interested making the trip with me and meeting up with some PCFXers? (possibly seeing about sharing some cost)
Awesome man. I might make the trip out too, but the logistics are abit harder (I haz a famly)

How about starting an east coast turbob caravan, going?

Quote from: esteban on 04/20/2013, 12:58 AMMAINE RESIDENTS: It's not fair that VGS occurs the same weekend that I'm in Maine. WHOEVER LIVES IN MAINE, I'll be in the Damariscotta area so we can have our own MaineFest.

I think Maine would be a much better destination during the winter amongst 12 inches of snow. ;)

Quote from: esadajr on 05/01/2013, 10:28 AM
Quote from: munchiaz on 04/30/2013, 10:00 PMIt would be awesome if you guys could stream some of the gaming events
I second that. Hook up the main turbob to the good ol dazzle and there you go. If logistics don't allow for live streaming, perhaps a "tape" delay on YT.

That is an excellent idea! I'm not tech savvy, maybe someone can help with that?

Quote from: jeffhlewis on 05/01/2013, 10:34 AMI'm planning on bringing my Neo Geo AES, my Sharp X68000 and potentially my PCE briefcase setup if we need another one.

Also should have a TV or two to bring.

CRT Tvs with composite hookups would be very useful if you could bring one or two. It is a bit challenging for me to fit all these tvs and systems in my small car.

Quote from: BlueBMW on 05/01/2013, 07:29 PMI'll bring whatever is wanted. Maybe the nuon?

We could use an X68000 set up, same spot as last year. You are welcome to bring a nuon if you'd like. If we have empty spaces, we can definitely get a set up going.

Keith Courage · 05/13/2013, 04:06 PM

I'll have to try and make it to this one. However, there is no way I'd even get there until at least 2pm or so since I require my beauty sleep. Ha.

It would be great to tear up some bomberman. I might even try to bring my bass player from my band since we grew up together on that game.

BlueBMW · 05/13/2013, 07:58 PM

Quote from: Keith Courage on 05/13/2013, 04:06 PMI'll have to try and make it to this one. However, there is no way I'd even get there until at least 2pm or so since I require my beauty sleep. Ha.

It would be great to tear up some bomberman. I might even try to bring my bass player from my band since we grew up together on that game.

You live pretty close to Chicago so theres no excuse for you not to make it!

jeffhlewis · 05/20/2013, 10:29 AM

Chany:

Anything planned for Friday night before VGS? Galloping Ghost, etc? Trying to figure out what hotel nights to book.

Mathius · 05/20/2013, 10:54 PM

Count Ash and me in. Chany, as always I will provide anything you need. With one exception...I think my days of lugging TVs around are coming to an end. With my arthritis it just isn't possible for me anymore. MGC this year nearly killed me.

Any chance of setting up a small Sega section? I have a beautiful Sega CD model 1 and some "rare" games that people might not get a chance to try. I would really like to snatch up Snatcher sometime before the show. What I can offer at this point would be games like Popful Mail, Soul Star, Android Assault, Robo Aleste. I will add more once I think of them.

Esteban, you make me cry.

chany60126 · 05/20/2013, 11:38 PM

@Jeff: the tentative plan will be similar to last year for Friday. We will visit the stores in Chi-town, lunch, and then Galloping Ghost at night.

@Mathius: Glad to hear you and Ash will be making the trip.

I'm not sure if we will have space in room where the Turbo Fest room is, but if there are empty vendor spots, you are more than welcome to have the system there. There is also room in the main room, but I would imagine you would want to keep a close eye on your stuff.

Mathius · 05/21/2013, 12:05 AM

Quote from: chany60126 on 05/20/2013, 11:38 PM@Jeff: the tentative plan will be similar to last year for Friday. We will visit the stores in Chi-town, lunch, and then Galloping Ghost at night.

@Mathius: Glad to hear you and Ash will be making the trip. I'm not sure if we will have space in room where the Turbo Fest room is, but if there are empty vendor spots, you are more than welcome to have the system there. There is also room in the main room, but I would imagine you would want to keep a close eye on your stuff.

Yeah I would want it where I will be hanging out. It's just a thought since the system doesn't get much love at shows. It's not a big loss if it doesn't happen.

esadajr · 05/22/2013, 01:08 PM

Having a Sega CD would be a great adition to the show. Such classics as Batman Returns, the Terminator, Road Avenger, Final Fight...

chany60126 · 05/22/2013, 01:34 PM

Quote from: Mathius on 05/21/2013, 12:05 AM
Quote from: chany60126 on 05/20/2013, 11:38 PM@Jeff: the tentative plan will be similar to last year for Friday. We will visit the stores in Chi-town, lunch, and then Galloping Ghost at night.

@Mathius: Glad to hear you and Ash will be making the trip. I'm not sure if we will have space in room where the Turbo Fest room is, but if there are empty vendor spots, you are more than welcome to have the system there. There is also room in the main room, but I would imagine you would want to keep a close eye on your stuff.
Yeah I would want it where I will be hanging out. It's just a thought since the system doesn't get much love at shows. It's not a big loss if it doesn't happen.

Yeah, so true. Sega CD does have some good titles. I'll see what I can and let you know.

jeffhlewis · 05/22/2013, 01:57 PM

Nectarsis and I might be able to get an extra CRT or two down to the show.

Does anybody need a CRT? I can make a goodwill run and bring one down to the show. They usually run like $5 at the goodwills here.

Mathius · 06/01/2013, 09:55 PM

Btw-Sign me up for that Raiden tournament.

chany60126 · 06/01/2013, 11:48 PM

Quote from: Mathius on 06/01/2013, 09:55 PMBtw-Sign me up for that Raiden tournament.

Will do! And thanks for the free bump. The show's less than a month and half away.

esteban · 06/02/2013, 10:15 AM

Quote from: Mathius on 06/01/2013, 09:55 PMBtw-Sign me up for that Raiden tournament.

I didn't look up the details, but this is further proofs that VGS should change its dates to a week or two later in the month.

chany60126 · 06/13/2013, 11:29 PM

The show is one month away!

bartre · 06/13/2013, 11:52 PM

Quote from: chany60126 on 06/01/2013, 11:48 PM
Quote from: Mathius on 06/01/2013, 09:55 PMBtw-Sign me up for that Raiden tournament.
Will do! And thanks for the free bump. The show's less than a month and half away.

sadly, i still am out on this one, had to use my last bit of time off (non emergency, at least) for defcon in august.
that said, i'll pop in super raiden and compete with you guys in spirit ;)

that said, anything else happening this year?
the only local event for me is this, and it's not even really a gaming thing:
http://www.animenebraskon.com/

Mathius · 06/13/2013, 11:57 PM

Sorry you can't make it. You really need to hit up VGS or Octurbofest next year if you can.

bartre · 06/14/2013, 12:00 AM

aw, yeah, forgot about octurbofest.
that i may be able to make!

roflmao · 06/14/2013, 12:24 AM

Quote from: bartre on 06/14/2013, 12:00 AMaw, yeah, forgot about octurbofest.
that i may be able to make!

I might be able to make that one as well!

chany60126 · 06/14/2013, 07:56 PM

Just wanted to let you guys know that we have sold out on vendor booths for the second year in the row. There should be lots of good pickings to be had this year.

jeffhlewis · 06/17/2013, 10:34 PM

Heads up - the Fairfield Inn is booked up again this year. Looks like it's another trip back to the Comfort Inn across the street.

I swear if they give me that room from last year again I'm going to murder someone.

Edit - room I was referring to:

Mathius · 06/17/2013, 10:57 PM

Quote from: jeffhlewis on 06/17/2013, 10:34 PMHeads up - the Fairfield Inn is booked up again this year. Looks like it's another trip back to the Comfort Inn across the street.

I swear if they give me that room from last year again I'm going to murder someone.

We missed the boat too, Jeff. Ashe and me will be shacking up at the Comfort Inn too.

esteban · 06/18/2013, 12:37 AM

Quote from: jeffhlewis on 06/17/2013, 10:34 PMHeads up - the Fairfield Inn is booked up again this year. Looks like it's another trip back to the Comfort Inn across the street.

I swear if they give me that room from last year again I'm going to murder someone.

Edit - room I was referring to:

Hilarious!

the dried vomit(?) on the
The floor was simply divine.

JoshTurboTrollX · 06/18/2013, 10:53 AM

Sounds more and more like I'm coming down for the trip. Not too sure about where I'm staying yet tho. No hotels booked....

Mathius · 06/18/2013, 11:17 AM

Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 06/18/2013, 10:53 AMSounds more and more like I'm coming down for the trip. Not too sure about where I'm staying yet tho. No hotels booked....

Comfort Inn was $99 a night, I believe. They are across the street and still had plenty of rooms. I would act quick though.

I am glad that you guys can make it. Ashe and me missed you at MGC something fierce.

tggodfrey · 06/18/2013, 11:58 AM

I have some sad news.......

I wont be able to make it. I will be in ST Louis that weekend.

JoshTurboTrollX · 06/18/2013, 01:04 PM

Thank goD!!!!

Just kidding man, we'll miss ya.

majors · 06/18/2013, 01:42 PM

I was looking at my calendar, and I have to drop off my girl at the airport on July 12th (she is going home for a visit). Since I'll be at the airport already, AND there are two non-stop flights to O'Hare...AND the girl is outta town...

Just checking the waters, but would anyone be game to pick me up from the airport in the AM on Friday? I can take city transport if need be. Also, hotel space...Fairfield says they're sold out, so any out-of-towners got some space for little drunk Tony?

I would not know if I'd be going until I got on that plane(standby), so nothing is guaranteed. But I'd love to roll around town with a bunch of turboheads on Friday.

roflmao · 06/18/2013, 02:10 PM

Quote from: jeffhlewis on 06/17/2013, 10:34 PMHeads up - the Fairfield Inn is booked up again this year. Looks like it's another trip back to the Comfort Inn across the street.

I swear if they give me that room from last year again I'm going to murder someone.

Edit - room I was referring to:

WHAT!? I want that room every time I stay at any hotel from now on. That it swank!

jeffhlewis · 06/18/2013, 06:01 PM

Quote from: majors on 06/18/2013, 01:42 PMI was looking at my calendar, and I have to drop off my girl at the airport on July 12th (she is going home for a visit). Since I'll be at the airport already, AND there are two non-stop flights to O'Hare...AND the girl is outta town...

Just checking the waters, but would anyone be game to pick me up from the airport in the AM on Friday? I can take city transport if need be. Also, hotel space...Fairfield says they're sold out, so any out-of-towners got some space for little drunk Tony?

I would not know if I'd be going until I got on that plane(standby), so nothing is guaranteed. But I'd love to roll around town with a bunch of turboheads on Friday.

Nectarsis and I are getting in Friday night and probably going straight to Galloping Ghost - BUT we haven't booked comfort inn quite yet so we could add you as a third if you want to go in on hotel.