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Non-NEC Console Related Discussion => Console Chat => Topic started by: Duo_R on April 25, 2013, 12:44:36 PM
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Update 5/2/13
now taking pre-orders. I submitted an order today - it just became available to back-order on Retrogate. I ordered the following:
10 - NES N8
2 - Fami N8
so limited quantities, if you want N8 submit it quick since I only have 2 pre-ordered as of now. Pricing is simple, pick your package - they go up $10 based on what level you want. I make a little $$$ here but it is really for time organizing, designing and the time it takes to put this all together (as I am learning from the N64 groupbuy). You guys have seen my modder work before - my goal is for you to receive these items and feel like you bought a deluxe package from one of the deluxe sites, but without the deluxe price. I don't ever plan to go BIG on these orders, but hopefully an alternative offering helps drive down some of the prices out there.
Note - for the 2 people that order Fami N8 - the cost for basic or deluxe will go up depending on the price I can get donor carts to fit. If you have some donor carts that will significantly help.
Pricing is as follows (note add 4% via paypal or send as paypal gift payment):
Pricing does not include shipment
Core Package:
$90 - I am making $5 on this package -really for time organizing the buy and also I put the funds down 100% upfront. Big sites online charge $109 for board only so your still saving (even though they get it for less than that) - win / win
* board only
(http://krikzz.com/image/cache/data/Cartritge/nes-360x300.jpg)
Basic Package
$100
* Dremel work for SD slot
* Label for the cart
* Gray cart from a donor NES Game - option for custom coloring is $5 (Flat Black, Charcoal, Bright Blue)
Deluxe Package
$110
* Everything from the basic package
* Universal Game Case - custom dremelled to fit NES cart
* Glossy insert for the game case
* Simple instruction card for your Everdrive
* Label for the cart
* Custom cart coloring no additional cost - pick your color: Flat Black, Charcoal, Bright Blue)
- coloring is added for free, so same cost if you want stock grey
Note - for deluxe package I am custom modifying the universal game cases for NES carts. They will fit but I have to dremel some tabs so it will properly fit. I will post pics so you see what it will look like.
Mock-up - not final product
(http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/9186/ednes.png)
(http://img849.imageshack.us/img849/8483/20130428082305.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/849/20130428082305.jpg/)
TAKING PRE-ORDERS NOW - 50% down on the package of your choice, actual shipping will be added prior to sending out.
Buyer to pay actual shipping - via USPS Priority mail and tracking added. Insurance is optional.
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I'm interested :)
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Id sign up but i really need a everdrive-N8 for the famicom.
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Count me in for sure. Thanks for doing this.
Chris
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Now this is something I'd be interested in. Sign me up!
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I'm interested
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I'd like to be in on this one
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I might be interested in the Famicom Everdrive if the price is right. I already have an NES Powerpak that I never use.
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I would love a Fami Everdrive - the kicker for me is not having a Source for the correct case for Everdrive. I would need a bunch of those games that are compatible including a couple so I could practice opening without damaging. If you guys know of a source then that would be more appealing. Otherwise NES Everdrive is just easier overall for me because I have access to NES cases.
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Pretty interested in this, is there any known compatibility issues?
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yeah, i'd be interested, pending a couple things.
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Count me in.
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I'm interested in getting one of these.
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I would love a Fami Everdrive - the kicker for me is not having a Source for the correct case for Everdrive. I would need a bunch of those games that are compatible including a couple so I could practice opening without damaging. If you guys know of a source then that would be more appealing. Otherwise NES Everdrive is just easier overall for me because I have access to NES cases.
Oh ok i thought this was a sign up for the nes everdrive.Since krikzz is working on one,no nes here i just have a famicom av.
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I'd prefer the fami version myself. I have two of those Nintendo converter carts (Gyromite and Duck Hunt) that I can toss it into to play on the NES. Plus I was considering getting me a Fami system so it would be win-win either way.
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Yep its NES right now not fami....unless one of you is holding out on Gyromite converter carts ;-)
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Cart dye test....give the everdrive a unique look
(http://img849.imageshack.us/img849/8483/20130428082305.th.jpg) (http://img849.imageshack.us/i/20130428082305.jpg/)
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Update looks like I might be able to mix and match Fami / NES. Anyone got a source for dirt cheap fami games? .
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maybe a dumb question, but if it's a fami everdrive, there's no problem with US games, right?
and what's the advantage over a powerpak?
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Yes you can have US games, powerpack is great long time following. I dont beleive it has SD slot however so I think that is the big advantage for Everdrive. Better cost too and Krikkz carts are top notch.
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What is the approximate final cost of a deluxe here?
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Update looks like I might be able to mix and match Fami / NES. Anyone got a source for dirt cheap fami games? .
if this can happen, then I would be down for a fami everdrive.
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id be interested in the fami version
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Lol, I think that's five for a Famicom group buy. :P
Yes you can have US games, powerpack is great long time following. I dont beleive it has SD slot however so I think that is the big advantage for Everdrive. Better cost too and Krikkz carts are top notch.
As I understand it, an advantage of the Power Pak is that it has been the popular NES flash cart for a long time now and already has a lot of custom mapper development for it and programmers will likely continue to build upon that.
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Put me down for one NES Everdrive Deluxe one ! please many thanks too bad I missed out on your Nintendo 64 one. I wanted to get your Nintendo 64 Deluxe edition dang it...
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ok update - now taking pre-orders. I submitted an order today - it just became available to back-order on Retrogate. I ordered the following:
10 - NES N8
2 - Fami N8
so limited quantities, if you want N8 submit it quick since I only have 2 pre-ordered as of now. Pricing is simple, pick your package - they go up $10 based on what level you want. I make a little $$$ here but it is really for time organizing, designing and the time it takes to put this all together (as I am learning from the N64 groupbuy). You guys have seen my modder work before - my goal is for you to receive these items and feel like you bought a deluxe package from one of the deluxe sites, but without the deluxe price. I don't ever plan to go BIG on these orders, but hopefully an alternative offering helps drive down some of the prices out there.
Note - for the 2 people that order Fami N8 - the cost for basic or deluxe will go up depending on the price I can get donor carts to fit. If you have some donor carts that will significantly help.
Pricing is as follows (note add 4% via paypal or send as paypal gift payment):
Pricing does not include shipment
Core Package:
$90 - I am making $5 on this package -really for time organizing the buy and also I put the funds down 100% upfront. Big sites online charge $109 for board only so your still saving (even though they get it for less than that) - win / win
* board only
Basic Package
$100
* Dremel work for SD slot
* Label for the cart
* Gray cart from a donor NES Game - option for custom coloring is $5 (Flat Black, Charcoal, Bright Blue)
Deluxe Package
$110
* Everything from the basic package
* Universal Game Case - custom dremelled to fit NES cart
* Glossy insert for the game case
* Simple instruction card for your Everdrive
* Label for the cart
* Customer cart coloring no additional cost - pick your color: Flat Black, Charcoal, Bright Blue)
- coloring is added for free, so same cost if you want stock grey
Note - for deluxe package I am custom modifying the universal game cases for NES carts. They will fit but I have to dremel some tabs so it will properly fit. I will post pics so you see what it will look like.
TAKING PRE-ORDERS NOW - 50% down on the package of your choice, actual shipping will be added prior to sending out.
Buyer to pay actual shipping - via USPS Priority mail and tracking added. Insurance is optional.
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Here is the order form, copy and paste this and send to me as a PM:
Name:
Home Address:
PCFX User Name:
Paypal Email:
Package chosen:
Cart color (basic add $5, Deluxe free)
- Options: Flat Black, Charcoal, Blue
Send that over, I will send you the paypal to send the 50% down payment to.
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Order form sent!
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Pm'd
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Thanks guys dont forget to specify Fami or NES in the title
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I want to get in on this BADLY dammit. Have to wait though :(
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Those of you who want the Famicom version, know that you can't use it on an NES unless your converter has a real CIC or something very close to it. A stun circuit won't work. Anyway it's a great device, I just hope Krikzz improves the sound of the FDS and the extra sound that some carts have. None of it is accurate yet. I'd still rather have this than a PowerPak, though.
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Famis are gone a few NES pre orders available.
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well folks, it looks like i'm actually going to have to back out on this one, bills and life getting in the way and all.
so i guess that means 1 famicom everdrive is up for grabs.
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Famis are gone a few NES pre orders available.
Damn i would have signed up but i had other pending deals to pay for.
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Tron got one available again
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Pre-order sent. Thanks.
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ok so far have deposits from the following members:
CSGX1 - Fami N8
Mishran - Fami N8
Deletion - NES N8
JibbaJabba - NES N8
esadajr - NES N8
futureman2000 - NES N8
I Will start working on the case and label design this week.
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Tron got one available again
Wish i could this month but ive payed for some games that i had to.
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ok - initial mock-up of the cover. Keep in mind the final touches aren't there yet (like the text on the back, and the Font for the EverDrive title), but just an idea of the direction so far.
(http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/9186/ednes.png)
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It's looking great. No more emulation to try out stuff.
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more deposits received!
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Those of you who want the Famicom version, know that you can't use it on an NES unless your converter has a real CIC or something very close to it. A stun circuit won't work. Anyway it's a great device, I just hope Krikzz improves the sound of the FDS and the extra sound that some carts have. None of it is accurate yet. I'd still rather have this than a PowerPak, though.
Yeah, mapper support on the powerpak is the big problem. Too many games don't run properly.
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Famis sold out, and 6 total deposits in! Still got some NES N8 units!!!
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Initial label mock-up
(http://img823.imageshack.us/img823/1231/201305142331391.jpg)
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Initial label mock-up
(http://img823.imageshack.us/img823/1231/201305142331391.jpg)
I love it.
May I suggest an alternate version with the Dog from Duck Hunt?
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Very nice! The blue cart goes nicely with the label.
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10 payments in, one pending.
Jibbajabba - pcefx
csgx1 - pcefx
deletion - pcefx
mishran - pcefx
esadjr - pcefx
futureman - pcefx
youruglyclone - digitpress
Typhoon_timmy - digitpress
imstarreyed - digitpress
Dalder - pcefx
Neofreak9189 - payment sent
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Also units confirmed are on delivery right now.
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I pretty much own every NES game that I want, but for some reason I am very excited about this.
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You know I am too. I had alot of fun making the cover and game label for this one, I went for the 80's retro NES look. It honestly was alot of work but I think some people might appreciate it. The artwork is done, I am thinking of making you guys wait to see the final work =)
Picked up the cart labels from the local small print shop today, and the cover art for the game cases is printing right now.
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Last unit pending payment
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Any of these still available?
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All gone now sorry
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Sold out now! Also just heads up the NES cases for the "Pimped Out" editions are complete. Sneak peak coming soon. Just the wait now for overseas shipping.
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Unless you opted for surface shipping, shouldn't be more than a week or two for it to get here.
Though I gotta say, I'm sorta looking forward to it as well. Even got its new cartridge home prepped and ready for it, minus the dremel work for SD card access. Hell, if the SD card will fit in the cart without modification, I may just not do any cutting. Once I get the SD card properly *cough* "stocked" *ahem*, I may not need to remove it from the Everdrive again anyway. :-"
:)
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Yeah Krikzz said 15-20 days plus or minus.
And I have read an MMC can be used to internalize but they look the same size to me.
There is also a mod you can do to internalize the card. Its just convenient to have access.
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You planning anymore group buys? Or are ya calling it quits with this? Wouldn't mind getting an ED for the Genny, SNES, and I definitely want one eventually for the Turbo. I remember doing the group buy for the Neo-PCE early last year and it turned into a big headache. Had a lot more heads than what you've been taking though. I wish I'd kept it small now. Don't think I'll ever do one again, but who knows.
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Yeah Krikzz said 15-20 days plus or minus.
And I have read an MMC can be used to internalize but they look the same size to me.
There is also a mod you can do to internalize the card. Its just convenient to have access.
Definitively, I like the convenience of having access. Like If I want to add or remove stuff to the SD card. So it is best not to internalize it.
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Mish yeah I might consider a few more after taking a break for a bit. It's a lot of work and summer is almost here ;-)
Snes, a Mega Everdrive and another Turbo are all candidates.
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I did the group buy for PCE, but I think it was the 2nd one. What happened that was a headache? Might be good to learn from it. :-)
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(http://img405.imageshack.us/img405/5182/201305201313041.jpg) (http://img405.imageshack.us/i/201305201313041.jpg/)
Boxes done
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sweet
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I did the group buy for PCE, but I think it was the 2nd one. What happened that was a headache? Might be good to learn from it. :-)
I was referring to this one.
https://www.pcenginefx.com/forums/index.php?topic=11025.0
I shouldn't say that the group buy itself was a hassle, but the "hidden" charge that I wasn't made aware of until after the checkout was finished that was upsetting. A lot of trips to the post office, keeping track of who paid what and how much, etc. There is a lot that goes into it, but it's the gratification you get from making a member's day that makes it worth it in the end.
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Ah that was you! Thats right I did do that one. Overall went smooth. You understand what i am going through now then. ;-)
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I wanted to give that flash cart to my bro-in-law but of course it doesnt work on my bro-in-laws system.... :-(
I am going to try maybe replacing the 7805 and see if that helps.
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The neo works on every system I own(ed). Guess I got lucky.
Well, if you do one later for the systems I'm interested in, you can definitely count me in if financially able. :wink:
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Check out the poll I posted for the next one
https://www.pcenginefx.com/forums/index.php?topic=14703.msg296766#msg296766
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Yeah it worked great on all my systems just not my bro-in-laws TG16 that I modded for him. It just had a regular 8PDT in it.
The neo works on every system I own(ed). Guess I got lucky.
Well, if you do one later for the systems I'm interested in, you can definitely count me in if financially able. :wink:
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The NES / fami units arrived today
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hey guys - a small bit of bummer news - I didn't have enough time to post but the package arrived pretty beat up, all the boards looked fine inside with the exception of one - it was kinda bent. Clearly a large box hit this one pretty hard. I assumed that unit off the bat - I am dealing with Krikzz so I can wait for a replacement.
I tested all the units, and I assigned them to members as I pulled them out. Unfortunately one member's unit wasn't working even thought it looked fine. That member has already been contacted and aware (and thankfully very patient)!
So I am waiting on Krikzz for replacements on those. If anyone has a Gyromite converter I can take my extra fami board and make another NES N8 for this member - if you got one please hook it up! :)
But besides that all other boards tested and working fine. The SD slots were made today, turned out really nice. I going to do a batch paint of the units that requested custom coloring tonight. This one should move pretty quick.
Again thanks again to the member who was impacted (like my unit) and being so cool about it. Krikzz is a cool guy and should take care of this no problem. I am also going to do a small guide on how to use this, there are things like using the Game Genie codes that won't work unless you know how to follow a specific sequence.
Thanks everyone!
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Batch painting is almost done.
Also email coming soon to everyone on final payment + shipping. For simplicity and mail safety sending via priority mail.
(http://img593.imageshack.us/img593/7222/img1062cf.th.jpg) (http://img593.imageshack.us/i/img1062cf.jpg/)
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Looking awesome! I hope you have another group buy in the future when my finances are a little more stable. :)
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Hey man, let me know when we can meet up. I can just pay you in person.
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Hey Jibba since yours didn't have paint pretty much good to go. I can do it this week, shoot me a PM.
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(http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/193/2013052895105038.jpg)
(http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/9539/2013052895105107.jpg)
Getting close to being done....I will be emailing everyone soon if you havent got on yet.
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Why the hell didn't I get one of these?????
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Those turned out amazing. :drool: (there ought to be a drool smiley at these forums)
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(there ought to be a drool smiley at these forums)
=P~ =P~ =P~ =P~ =P~ =P~ =P~ =P~
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(http://img832.imageshack.us/img832/4937/droolinghomersimpsonr.jpg)
Awesome job, Duo_R! I can't decide if I like the blue or dark gray better. Is the dark gray cart also from vinyl dye?
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It is, least chosen color but its pretty nice. Yours is already painted tho. :)
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Well then I guess I prefer the blue 8)
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Blue it is then! Lol :)
Well then I guess I prefer the blue 8)
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Hellz ya!
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Emails sent to everyone so check your email (not PM) :)
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got my email. Yoo hoo!
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(there ought to be a drool smiley at these forums)
=P~ =P~ =P~ =P~ =P~ =P~ =P~ =P~
LOL - I never knew what that smiley was supposed to signify! I'm stupid. I thought he had some sort of psychedelic soul patch going on or something.
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Two units shipped today, for the deluxe owners picking up one last surprise for your ED Deluxe package from the print shop and they are good to go. :)
After that if payments in they will ship!
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Any chance youd sell your custom shell / package separately someday?
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Yes after the N64 batch is done that is a possibility, an upgrade kit if you will. ;-)
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Yes after the N64 batch is done that is a possibility, an upgrade kit if you will. ;-)
Sounds fantastic!
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Final touches on Deluxe package done....first thing you see when you open it up :D
And bunch of units went out today. Also CSGX1 I believe your unit arrived today! Futureman yours should be there soon since it went out on Yesterday.
Jibbajabba - delivered
Futureman2000 - shipped
csgx1 - shipped
NEOFREAK9189 - shipped
youruglyclone - shipped
deletion - shipped
esadajr - shipped
imstarryeyed - shipped
Mishran - payment received
typhoon_timmy - shipped
Dalder - replacement received
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also check your email - delivery confirmations sent on units that went out
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Thanks dude!
(http://i.imgur.com/EMwDswh.jpg?1)
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Sorry I haven't sent the second payment yet. I gotta wait till I get paid this Friday. Gyromite is well on its way to you though.
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No problem man, thanks for heads up
Sorry I haven't sent the second payment yet. I gotta wait till I get paid this Friday. Gyromite is well on its way to you though.
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My NES ED arrived yesterday. The design of the artwork and packaging are fantastic and the blue vinyl-dyed cart looks even better in person. Using a decorative sticker on the inside of the universal game case to cover up the tabs that were cut away was a great idea. I must say, Duo_R, you outdid yourself. Thanks for all your hard work!
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Thanks man I have modified NES cases before it is fine for my regular games but for this I didn't like how they looked. So I improvised :-)
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More units delivered another payment in and the replacement was received
Final touches on Deluxe package done....first thing you see when you open it up :D
And bunch of units went out today. Also CSGX1 I believe your unit arrived today! Futureman yours should be there soon since it went out on Yesterday.
Jibbajabba - delivered
Futureman2000 - shipped
csgx1 - shipped
NEOFREAK9189 - shipped
youruglyclone - shipped
deletion - shipped
esadajr - shipped
imstarryeyed - shipped
Mishran - shipped
typhoon_timmy - shipped
Dalder - payment pending
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all - please feel free to post a separate review on the NES N8 "pimped out" edition. And please post honest, critical feedback. Much appreciated!
thanks!
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will do as soon as I go and grab it
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Dammit why didn't I grab one of these also lol
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Just picked up my mail yesterday.
I ddn't get a change to play this beauty but I will tonight (promise).
My first impression is this is just top quality. You did an amazing job Duo.
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I played with it last night. At first I had to copy the NES OS folder to the SD card, no big deal. After that I was ready to try:
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-qwTSOxsA9RQ/UdLZ50tHY2I/AAAAAAAABxU/jPBCR3gESPw/w1358-h764-no/2013-07-02)
I forgot how crazy that game is. Then I tried "rare" games like Ducktales 2 and Snow Brothers.
Then I had a blast playing Bad News Baseball.
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Fz-yYJ9XK_Y/UdLfzgh0A9I/AAAAAAAAByE/Djvtz2tX07A/w1358-h764-no/2013-07-02)
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I love the manual for Bad News Baseball... how the describe the "code" to use girls teams cracks me up every time.
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DPad Hero....that looks awesome
Especially the Daft Punk song in 8bit lol
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now, if only I could travel 20+ years in the past and give me that cartridge
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Review en español is here: http://kiketk.blogspot.com/2013/07/nes-everdrive-n8-version-enchulada.html
English review to follow.
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Nice review from what I can understand.
Now Castlevania 3 JP does work but you need to do the sound mod on your NES. I think you were saying it didn't work. It's a really simple mod on original NES.
Or did I totally misunderstand that? :)
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I said US Castlevania doesn't work but luckily Castlevania 3 JP does, but sounds a bit odd (because of the sound hardware present on the Famicom but not present on the NES).
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and here's the english review: http://www.mchenrygames.com (http://www.mchenrygames.com/)
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Ahh ok...I havent tried Castlevania 3 on US. I did get really strange sound on Bionic Commando but wasnt sure if it was the ROM.
Thanks for the review!
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Damn, looks like I missed the boat on this.. :(