I think I got a good deal on this one.

SchattenJager0 · 07/10/2006, 09:32 AM

I've been watching many TG16/PCE Auctions on eBay. (For both systems and games) And I think this is one of the best deals I could get. My bid was the only one. but eh, figured i'd share my good fortune.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=007&item=170003968025

I can pretty much gaurantee the reason it didnt go up is because the title was labeled "turbografx16" (one word) and only crazy desperate gamers like me would try all combinations of the system title

grendelrt · 07/10/2006, 09:55 AM

I looked at that one. I was going to bid, but I already owned too many of the games to make it worth while. Congrats on your win though, its a good deal if you dont have the games.

Seldane · 07/10/2006, 10:08 AM

That is a good deal. I want a Turbo Grafx too, I'm not happy with my Duo-R alone. I love the TG's design.

neokellyzero · 07/10/2006, 11:16 AM

Wow- That's a good buy. If you bought the console and the games seperate you'd pay about twice that.

esteban · 07/10/2006, 11:57 AM

$45 total and you got:

Bonk's Adventure
Bonk's Revenge
New Adventure Island

... all excellent games that are a perfect intro to TG-16 HuCards.

I noticed you are missing the manual for Bonk's Revenge... tzd.com might still have a manual for $3.00 if you are interested.

Of course, you don't really need the manual.

Enjoy the goodness

takashirose · 07/10/2006, 12:01 PM

Not a bad deal to start up your collectio. It is a good secondary TG-16 if you have one already. You could use this one as your travel system so that you will not worry about system damage on flights or trips. But I like to find ones in boxes and instrctuions. I am a little anal about that. Is that an A/v booster in the back or just the regular port cover? You should get the A/v booster for better picture and sound. Enjoy. I am looking for a Turbo Duo, though.

SchattenJager0 · 07/10/2006, 12:05 PM

yea tzd was on my mind for the manual.. Seeing as I want these not only for good play value, but also nostalgic collection purposes, the manual will be a must.

I plan on buying alot of fun Tg16/PCE items, so i will keep you all updated on whatever good stuff i get!

It is my first one (again, even tho i have owned 3 at one time in the past

) And I plan on getting a couple more, and with the TurboCD attachment. I have alot of fond memories of the Addam's Family CD game. /shrug

esteban · 07/10/2006, 12:47 PM

Quote from: SchattenJager0yea tzd was on my mind for the manual.. Seeing as I want these not only for good play value, but also nostalgic collection purposes, the manual will be a must.

I plan on buying alot of fun Tg16/PCE items, so i will keep you all updated on whatever good stuff i get!

It is my first one (again, even tho i have owned 3 at one time in the past ) And I plan on getting a couple more, and with the TurboCD attachment. I have alot of fond memories of the Addam's Family CD game. /shrug

Ha! I'm saving Addams Family for a rainy day. I finally bought that game at the end of last year. I've never played it.

takashirose · 07/10/2006, 02:58 PM

How is the Addams Family CD game?

SchattenJager0 · 07/10/2006, 03:11 PM

Its ok... Its fun. I have alot of really good memories playing it, thats probably why i like it so much.

The plot is kind of quirky, becuase you actually play the role of Tully (the lawyer from the film) and the whole point is you are trying to steal the Addam's fortune. Fun and simple gameplay, but its not the character you'd expect to take control of. =P

takashirose · 07/10/2006, 07:00 PM

Exactly. I'd expect to take the control of Gomez. In the other versions on different systems, do you play Gomez, or the lawyer. It is interesting that you play from a different perspective and not gomez. Please don't spoil the plot. You play as the confused bad guy.

Keranu · 07/12/2006, 02:22 AM

Great deal and if you are new to the Turbo, you're gonna love the package you receive in the mail

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ParanoiaDragon · 07/12/2006, 02:31 AM

When you really get going on the games, especially japanese ones, LMK, I can consult you on how much you should be paying(if you want, I want to help, since I'm all done with my collection, aside from Sylphia, which I used to have, & maybe a couple others here & there, but, nothing rare, cuz I have them.....except Renny Blasters, which is terrible).

Addams Family, has it's moments, it's one of those crappy games, that you can still be fun, despite the fact that they could've put alot more effort into it. Like Impossamole, which is a game I'd like to comletely remake & add in the missing Klondike level from the Amiga version(though, I think the Turbo version did have a level or 2, not in the Amiga version).

SchattenJager0 · 07/12/2006, 10:21 AM

I guess you could say im new to the turbo AGAIN. I played TG way back in the day with my geek friends. and then just a few years ago i had a nice TG collection of 3 systems, 1 cd system, lots of games.. it was good times, but then i sold them because i was a poor (STUPID) man. But now that I have more money, i can get it rolling again, (and keep it this time).

aside from the turbo stuff, im also rounding in some random PCE games too.

TR0N · 07/13/2006, 01:21 AM

Congrats on the purchase don't forget to pickup a, Turbo-CD later on.. so you can experince all those great cd games for it.

The hucards are great but the cds offer so much more.

SchattenJager0 · 07/13/2006, 02:46 AM

Oh i know the glory of the CD

I always have my eyes on auctions to see if i can pick one up soon.

takashirose · 07/13/2006, 03:28 PM

There is an item on ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbo-Grafx-CD-Duo-System-VE-NEAR-MINT-WORKS-GREAT_W0QQitemZ8290225947QQihZ020QQcategoryZ62054QQssPageNameZWD1VQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

But it's $110 and it seems to be WITHOUT the cd system 2.0 card, which you need. In addition that is too expensive for what you are getting. The seller usually has high prices. But I get buy a new, sealed, Bonk's Adventure game from him for $51.90. I am awaiting its arrival. In addition, this seller only accepts money order, or cashier's cheques.

I am posting again. Price-wise it is a good deal. For that price at other used game retails, it would cost $60, unboxed, with the adapters and controller. So you did save.

esteban · 07/13/2006, 07:26 PM

Quote from: takashiroseThere is an item on ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbo-Grafx-CD-Duo-System-VE-NEAR-MINT-WORKS-GREAT_W0QQitemZ8290225947QQihZ020QQcategoryZ62054QQssPageNameZWD1VQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

But it's $110 and it seems to be WITHOUT the cd system 2.0 card, which you need. In addition that is too expensive for what you are getting. The seller usually has high prices. But I get buy a new, sealed, Bonk's Adventure game from him for $51.90. I am awaiting its arrival. In addition, this seller only accepts money order, or cashier's cheques.

I am posting again. Price-wise it is a good deal. For that price at other used game retails, it would cost $60, unboxed, with the adapters and controller. So you did save.

ATTENTION!!!!!!!! Check out the threads on "Bullseye Video Games" and "2manycollectibles" !!!!!!!!! A bunch of folks here have had bad experiences with him. Wait before you bid on anything else from this seller. First see what condition Bonk's Adventure is in. I fear that he may have simply re-shrinkwrapped the item. I'm not trying to be sensational, and I hate to worry you, but I would err on the side of caution with him.

takashirose · 07/13/2006, 08:54 PM

Well, the shrinkwrapped Bonk's Adventure game has the sticker on it that say that there is a coupon book inside. So I assumed it wasn't reshrinkwrapped, but I'll see. I am very picky. I would ask for a refund if otherwise, or else I'll give him negative feedback. But what I was trying to say in the other post is to NOT get the Turbo CD attachment that costs $110. I mean for that price it should be in better condition and with at least the TurboGrafx CD system 2.0 card and A/v cables. He even sells the carry case for it seperately. As if he took the package apart.

Another thing. He is selling a $299.99 complete Turbo DUo without the box and manual. For $400, which is unlisted, is a boxed with manual Turbo Duo system plus shipping. The thing is that I found a new shrinkwrapped Turbo Duo system with the six games, magazine, manual, and etc. for $500 with shipping. The games would have costed me more than $100 for used ones if I was to get the $400 Turbo Duo. He does seem to overprice his products. You should be weary, but I wanted to give it a try with a sealed Bonk's Adventure. The only thing that sucks is that the new Turbo Duo system comes with Bonk's Adventure and Revenge. I guess I'l have a sealed, if true, Bonk's Adventure Hucard game. Any way keep on looking. I actually found a brand new Turbografx 16 system:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=014&item=330005327718&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&rd=1

If you want it for your collection. I don't want it because I am getting a Turbo DUo.

Seldane · 07/13/2006, 09:05 PM

Shrinkwrapped Turbo Duo? That sounds insane! I really, really can't believe they actually shrinkwrapped those boxes. I've never seen anything like that.

Conclusion: Must've been "re"-shinkwrapped, or rather--the seller shrinkwrapped it for the first--and only--time.

takashirose · 07/13/2006, 09:49 PM

Actually they WERE shrinkwrapped. I ordered it today, but it is shrinkwrapped because the shrinkwrapped box had a band around it or a sticker that describes the six free games inside.

Keranu · 07/13/2006, 10:33 PM

Ugh, I want to buy that new TG16 auction, but I must control myself.

takashirose · 07/13/2006, 10:39 PM

I wanted too, but I told myself if I buy it now then I couldn't get a Turbo Duo or a Turbo Express. If you have the money get it for your collection. Leave it unused and get a shitty one so that you'll have a new one when no one does. haha

takashirose · 07/14/2006, 03:02 PM

If you can't find the TurboGrafx CD attachment you could go to this link:

Game Choice Club

It has a very good selection on all things. the link goes directly to the PC-Engine Systems section. There is a boxed PC-Engine Duo for $249 or if you are not a completist, a $179 unboxed without a manual complete Duo. Enjoy. Since you already have a Turbo Grafx you just get the PC-Engine Duo so you could play all the games. I on the other hand went a different route. I bought a new sealed AMerican Turbo Duo for $500 with the 6+1 hidden Bomberman game deal and will get the PC-Engine Converter for it later on. I went the more expensive way, but I wanted the Turbo Duo. Anyway it's your choice. But beware of Ebay sellers. Wait till there is a Turbo CD attachment with all the components: the attachment, the Turbo CD system card, and the A/v cable. The box is an added value and bonus, but rare. Who knows, if you e-mail TZD, and ask them if they have a Turbo CD attachment. They might have it, but is unlisted because it is in very low stock. It might thus be expensive. Happy looking friend.

takashirose · 07/14/2006, 06:17 PM

Keranu the new Turbo Grafx 16 has been relisted:

New turbo Grafx 16 ebay

Check it out. It's starting bid is $80.00 instead of $100.

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I think I got a good deal on this one.