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NEC TG-16/TE/TurboDuo => Virtual Console TG/PCE Discussion => Topic started by: doczoidberg on May 23, 2008, 02:43:33 PM
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Virtual-Turbo.com is shutting down, as its owner feels the lack of TG-16 games on the VC is likely to continue....
This depresses me, as there are so many more Turbo titles I would like to play.
And Nintendo is really annoying me with the terrible job they've done lately with the Virtual Console, in general. this Wiiware crap just doesn't appeal to me.
Anyone else feel the same?
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It saddens me to see Virtual-Turbo.com go. I don't own a Wii or anything, but I really did enjoy that site for some reason! I don't have any beef with WiiWare since they have good releases like SuperStarSoldierR.
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I didn't care for the fuzzed out tg emulations but I did rather enjoy the virtual-turbo site. Hopefully he converts it to a regular pce review site.
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Maybe they switched focus to WiiWare, and that's why new VC releases have all but disappeared. Or maybe not, but at least there's two more Turbo titles scheduled for release (Ys and Final Soldier). Even if those two do end up being the end, about a third of the Turbo's library is on the VC, and that ain't too shabby for Nintendo and its historical half-assedness.
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Maybe they switched focus to WiiWare, and that's why new VC releases have all but disappeared.
Nah, they have been pretty dry with VC releases for the past couple of months or so.
I think there will certianly be more TG16 games on the VC. It seems like there are plenty of games made by Hudson or games with licenses they can easily attain.
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Nah, they have been pretty dry with VC releases for the past couple of months or so.
True, but at least they're still regularly releasing new titles to the peeps on the other side of the world. With any luck, a few of those will trickle over to the States before too many people lose interest entirely.
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I hope not.
I'm getting tired of all the newbie Turbo Grafx talk from all the Wii fans around here.
"Guys did you play the latest Bonk?! LOL HE SO PWNS TEH N00Biez" <<<< eeeeeeee. nooooooo!!!!!
or ones where they, being Nintendo fans, start Neutopia vs. Zelda debates and talk about how lame Neutopia is, and how Jazeta is a wussy.
and I especially dislike the youtube reviews.
I hope this doesn't offend anyone.
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Virtual-Turbo.com is shutting down, as its owner feels the lack of TG-16 games on the VC is likely to continue....
This depresses me, as there are so many more Turbo titles I would like to play.
And Nintendo is really annoying me with the terrible job they've done lately with the Virtual Console, in general. this Wiiware crap just doesn't appeal to me.
Anyone else feel the same?
No it's been like that for most release in the u.s for the vc.The last excuse that,NOA has stated there not making the money they want on the vc.Well duh if,they gave more then they would have more sales.I've also heard rumors that third partys have alot they wanna put on the vc...but noa is stoping them from doing so.Wich is mess up given how japan and europe are getting more release on the vc shesh.
Dunno maybe nintendo see's more profit in wii ware these days.
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Nintendo is apparently not going to be putting out any more big name games on the VC until popularity for the Wii starts to decline as this article (http://seanmalstrom.wordpress.com/2008/08/05/did-third-parties-try-to-force-virtual-console-releases/#respond) seems to indicate.
Way to pull our strings, Nintendo! :x
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Star Parodier was just released, I think Break In is released as well, Ys 1 & 2 is still on its way, but keeps hitting brick walls.
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That article makes it sound like Nintendo is doing everything they can to screw themselves. There's nothing wrong with spreading out VC and WiiWare releases, but delaying them for so long is just going to drive third parties to the PS Network and/or Xbox Live Arcade.
Nintendo has a different perspective on the Virtual Console. To them, the Virtual Console is a way to sustain Wii momentum when no games are coming out.
Lame. Why not develop more games and time their release to maintain momentum?
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Yup. Star Parodier and Break In were indeed released for the VC this week. I'm just glad to see the TG-16 put back in the spotlight once again. :)
*crosses fingers for Ys I & II* :pray:
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They are releasing "Break In" over the hundreds of really good PCE/TG games that haven't been released yet? I feel like they're really getting to the bottom of the barrel here.
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So what about the news/rumors that Hudson has decided to stop putting out games on the VC? I've heard this twice now on 1up's Retronauts podcast (first two episodes in January). Anyone have the inside scoop?
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I sincerely doubt it, all their games seem to come in spurts, so, maybe in a month, will see a few games. Drac X was still supposed to be a near deffinitly that it's coming to US VC, so, we should still see that, if not more.
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You would have to think they would release Dungeon Explorer II some wheres down the line.On the other hand,the don`t bother to translate the pc engine games they release.So no there definitely not done releasing virtual console games.
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Anyone aware if there are going to be any more ports of games for the virtual console? I'd love to see some more imports make it over here.
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There will definitely be more games on VC from NEC hardware, but that doesn't necessarily mean the Turbografx. Nintendo's been importing games from Japan to the US VC [e.g. Sin and Punishment N64]. So, they might release some PC-E exclusive games, and maybe even a few pce-cd games.
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So, they might release some PC-E exclusive games, and maybe even a few pce-cd games.
They already have in the form of Break In, Final Soldier, Star Parodier, Digital Champ, Cho Aniki, and Gradius II. Of course, that doesn't necessarily mean that they won't release more titles in the future.
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I think the virtual console service is good but yeah we do need more N64 games
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I think the virtual console service is good but yeah we do need more N64 games
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I think the virtual console service is good but yeah we do need more N64 games
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Spambots are getting clever.
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You could always use injected wads (VC Games). Maybe a grey area but I`ve currently got about 90 Engine games installed on my Wii including all the SuperGrafx games and many Japanese CDRom titles. I`ve brought lots via the Wii shop with points but some Engine games that I want will never become available via the shop.
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What the f*ck is an injected wad? hahahaa
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Where's All the Data? Treat yourself to a cookie if you get the reference.
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Where's All the Data? Treat yourself to a cookie if you get the reference.
Hmmmmmmmm, I don't get the reference. Hopefully, it was referring to some rubbish I'm better off not having wasted my time with.
Damn, that was a mouthful. And I essentially said nothing.
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We're getting the Nihon Telenet catalog. Be happy for that.
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We're getting the Nihon Telenet catalog. Be happy for that.
That's if noa doesn't stand in there way they like keeping there vc release down to a trickle.
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Doubtful. I have full faith in Vic Ireland to handle this. :wink:
Oh look! We may get Rondo of Blood! (http://www.siliconera.com/2009/12/22/castlevania-rondo-of-blood-dancing-to-virtual-console/)
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I had Noticed that no one updated that Street Fighter II' Champion Edition was up on VC..... or did I miss that....
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You missed it.
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Looks like Rondo may be coming to NA.
http://kotaku.com/5433223/castlevania-rondo-of-blood-heading-to-virtual-consoles-west
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In all honesty, I don't see why Rondo of Blood won't get a release here. It's one of the most heavily requested imports ever! 8)
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Dracula X is confirmed (http://www.siliconera.com/2010/01/27/castlevania-rondo-of-blood-coming-soon-but-it-wont-be-in-english/) for US VC release..... sans translation. :(
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Dracula X is confirmed (http://www.siliconera.com/2010/01/27/castlevania-rondo-of-blood-coming-soon-but-it-wont-be-in-english/) for US VC release..... sans translation. :(
That's great news and bad news all in one downloadable package. :(
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Dracula X is confirmed (http://www.siliconera.com/2010/01/27/castlevania-rondo-of-blood-coming-soon-but-it-wont-be-in-english/) for US VC release..... sans translation. :(
I'm sure purists would complain if it had been translated (or otherwise altered in any way).
I'm just glad that it's coming over here. Day 1 purchase for me!
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That's great news and bad news all in one downloadable package. :(
Is that really a big deal? Paying voice actors and sound FX people to record 2 minutes of (virtually irrelevant) dialogue, then paying professional programers to hack the new audio into the game along with new subtitles for the intro would octuple the cost of releasing it...seems like a waste of time and money to me. This game has been fully entertaining all but the most xenophobic of Castlevania fans just fine for the better part of two decades.
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That's great news and bad news all in one downloadable package. :(
Is that really a big deal? Paying voice actors and sound FX people to record 2 minutes of (virtually irrelevant) dialogue, then paying professional programers to hack the new audio into the game along with new subtitles for the intro would octuple the cost of releasing it...seems like a waste of time and money to me. This game has been fully entertaining all but the most xenophobic of Castlevania fans just fine for the better part of two decades.
But, that's the thing, they already did that on the Dracula X Chronicles, so, it's already been paid for & hacked & whatever, atleast, on the PSP version. Doesn't seem like a huge leap to include that in the VC version, but, I'm no coder, maybe there'd still be more coding involved. But, even still, Vic Ireland/Sunsoft is talking about possibly redubbing the Valis games! So, if they're even considering that, it must not be too hard nor expensive, & that's just with Valis. Rondo of Blood is a much higher priority game then the Valis games.
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But, that's the thing, they already did that on the Dracula X Chronicles, so, it's already been paid for & hacked & whatever, atleast, on the PSP version. Doesn't seem like a huge leap to include that in the VC version, but, I'm no coder, maybe there'd still be more coding involved.
How does the PSP version work? Does it run an actual PC Engine image, or was it made ground up? Everything on VC is emulated so whatever work was done for the PSP would also have to be for emulation or it would be worthless. If it was emulated then...yeah, I can't understand why they wouldn't include the localized version for VC.
But, even still, Vic Ireland/Sunsoft is talking about possibly redubbing the Valis games! So, if they're even considering that, it must not be too hard nor expensive, & that's just with Valis. Rondo of Blood is a much higher priority game then the Valis games.
Keep in mind that Vic Ireland is more or less completely full of shit. Don't get me wrong, the world needs big fat quixotic nerds with college degrees, but that doesn't mean we have to believe anything they say.
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Hey Guys! After years of bitching and complaining, Rondo of Blood is coming to Virtual Console! I'm so glad that the bitching and complaining about Rondo of Blood is over!
...oh wait. It's the internet. :twisted:
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Hey Guys! After years of bitching and complaining, Rondo of Blood is coming to Virtual Console! I'm so glad that the bitching and complaining about Rondo of Blood is over!
...oh wait. It's the internet. :twisted:
haha. Yeah, I mean I'd rather it come to the virtual console unpatched with English translations than not at all.
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I'm pretty sure the PSP version was emulated. I could be wrong though.
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Hey Guys! After years of bitching and complaining, Rondo of Blood is coming to Virtual Console! I'm so glad that the bitching and complaining about Rondo of Blood is over!
...oh wait. It's the internet. :twisted:
haha. Yeah, I mean I'd rather it come to the virtual console unpatched with English translations than not at all.
Wow, it has only taken 16+ years :)...
"Konami is releasing Dracula X in Japan, but it is unknown whether it will be released in the States. It sure looks like a hot game. We'll probably find out if Dracula X will be released at the winter CES in Las Vegas. Look for that info in the next issue of DuoWorld." (http://archives.tg-16.com/archive-four/DW-03-04.jpg)
Alas, that "next issue of DuoWorld" was never to be. :(
You can read DuoWorld #3 (November/December 1993) (http://archives.tg-16.com/duo_world_0003.htm#more) for more...
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I took four years of German in High School and another four in college. I love firing up Rondo of Blut and translating the opening. Hahaha, FLIEGEMAUS!
Still scratching my head on how SimEarth beats Dungeon Explorer Zwei to the VC...
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Still scratching my head on how SimEarth beats Dungeon Explorer Zwei to the VC...
The only possible reason: a sadistic ploy to lure customers by the strength of the "Sims" brand.
What else could it be?
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Rondo of Blood is now on the Virtual Console in the US. Hooray!
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f*ck yeah! Rondo of Blood! Time to go play! 8)
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Super news!
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Keep in mind that Vic Ireland is more or less completely full of shit. Don't get me wrong, the world needs big fat quixotic nerds with college degrees, but that doesn't mean we have to believe anything they say.
Whether or not Vic will hold true to his word with redubbing the entire Nihon Telenet catalog, the bottom line is that he finally has the rights to the catalog and that we can all expect to see titles from it in the near future. I can't really shit talk Ireland if he managed to go that far for the real fans like us. :)
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IIRC, he said one of the next two VC releases will be a Telenet game.