teh "what did you buy today"-thread

[JapanTokei]

I never cared for the N64, but I did like this image, comparing it to spinning disc systems.

Very True.  The older consoles simply last, my NES, MD, SNES, Colecovision, Atari 2600, LYNX, Gameboy, all work.  Game Gears are finicky but work with new caps.  I think the 360 had over a 25% failure rate which is the worst ever I believe.  I think the PS3 was 10% but easily over shadowed by the XBOX.


How are the Wii Consoles in terms of reliability?

I keep reading the Sega Nomads and GameGear LCDs puke out after these years (reason is I've been looking to pick one up and get the SMS adapter so I can relive some of my SMS gaming days!)... so I guess with exception of those 2 systems' LCDs, agreeing the oldies are the best!

[ProfessorProfessorson]

this just in! so happy to own this awesome title!

Big Van Vader is so awesome lol. You should check out the All Japan Pro Giant Gram games also.

They were ported to Saturn and DC. Tons of fun.

[cr8zykuban0]

this just in! so happy to own this awesome title!

Big Van Vader is so awesome lol. You should check out the All Japan Pro Giant Gram games also.

They were ported to Saturn and DC. Tons of fun.

nice! thanks for the recommendation! I will have to check it out  im also surprised to see john laurenitis amd bart gunn who was tag team champions with billy gunn as well. also mma fighters in the game too. I love how so many different wrestling styles are represented in the game. a awesome game for sure

[toymachine78]

I never cared for the N64, but I did like this image, comparing it to spinning disc systems.

Very True.  The older consoles simply last, my NES, MD, SNES, Colecovision, Atari 2600, LYNX, Gameboy, all work.  Game Gears are finicky but work with new caps.  I think the 360 had over a 25% failure rate which is the worst ever I believe.  I think the PS3 was 10% but easily over shadowed by the XBOX.


How are the Wii Consoles in terms of reliability?

  My PS4 lasted about a month before failing. Shipping it for service next week.

[VenomMacbeth]

I broke down & ordered Eternal City a few days ago...I hope it's good enough to hold my attention for a bit, as I've been groping for a PCE game for to actually put some time into, instead of just arcade titles.  Whenever db_Electronics has the Turbo PC Henshin back in stock, I'm hoping to then get Neutopia, Dungeon Explorer...any other English-friendly turbo games?

[JapanTokei]

I haven't heard of this game ..  Is it for PCe?  How is it? 

I got no time for games these days, but just wanted to mention I saw a sick game at Yamada denki ( think massive bestbuy during bestbuy's heydays). Its  ps4 game where youbplay young Yakuza guy during the go-go $$$ days on the 80s Japan.  Liked insanely good with storyline too..  Any one of you having played that?   What is it called ?    Tats: maybe you know? 

I broke down & ordered Eternal City a few days ago...I hope it's good enough to hold my attention for a bit, as I've been groping for a PCE game for to actually put some time into, instead of just arcade titles.  Whenever db_Electronics has the Turbo PC Henshin back in stock, I'm hoping to then get Neutopia, Dungeon Explorer...any other English-friendly turbo games?

[Mathius]

I haven't heard of this game ..  Is it for PCe?  How is it? 

I got no time for games these days, but just wanted to mention I saw a sick game at Yamada denki ( think massive bestbuy during bestbuy's heydays). Its  ps4 game where youbplay young Yakuza guy during the go-go $$$ days on the 80s Japan.  Liked insanely good with storyline too..  Any one of you having played that?   What is it called ?    Tats: maybe you know? 

I broke down & ordered Eternal City a few days ago...I hope it's good enough to hold my attention for a bit, as I've been groping for a PCE game for to actually put some time into, instead of just arcade titles.  Whenever db_Electronics has the Turbo PC Henshin back in stock, I'm hoping to then get Neutopia, Dungeon Explorer...any other English-friendly turbo games?

Tokie, if you don't start having more time for your games a "you" from the past is going to materialize in front of you and kick your ass.

[cr8zykuban0]

recent pickups from my local game store, retro city.

[JapanTokei]

Matti!!!!

There is no comeback I can to that..  Lol.. Truth hurts best from your friends ..  Hahha

For what it's worth I did buy Phantasy Star 1 for SMS and plan tobplay that again sometime soon since my 12 year old days. . hopefully my past doesnt appear before me by then or my are will be aching for sure.  Haha

I haven't heard of this game ..  Is it for PCe?  How is it? 

I got no time for games these days, but just wanted to mention I saw a sick game at Yamada denki ( think massive bestbuy during bestbuy's heydays). Its  ps4 game where youbplay young Yakuza guy during the go-go $$$ days on the 80s Japan.  Liked insanely good with storyline too..  Any one of you having played that?   What is it called ?    Tats: maybe you know? 

I broke down & ordered Eternal City a few days ago...I hope it's good enough to hold my attention for a bit, as I've been groping for a PCE game for to actually put some time into, instead of just arcade titles.  Whenever db_Electronics has the Turbo PC Henshin back in stock, I'm hoping to then get Neutopia, Dungeon Explorer...any other English-friendly turbo games?

Tokie, if you don't start having more time for your games a "you" from the past is going to materialize in front of you and kick your ass.

[VenomMacbeth]

I haven't heard of this game ..  Is it for PCe?  How is it? 

Yup, it's a PCE Hucard.  I've never played it.  I've heard it's not very good, but it's got a bunch of interesting elements (mechs, exploration, side-scrolling action) that I'm hoping will make it an enjoyable experience despite it's supposed flaws (repetitive backgrounds, bland graphics, crap controls).

There's a thread about it not too far back in the PCE section if you're interested.

[EDIT] On another note, I just ordered one of db_Electronic's universal region convertors & am actually even more aroused than I thought I'd be.  I can't wait to finally play all four of my turbo games (Bonk's Excellent Adventure, Silent D. Buggers, Cadash, Sidearms) on the big screen...got a total Bonk boner, ya know?

[Opethian]

thanks elabits (also got a sokoban world!)

[Tatsujin]

this nice alnalouge steer wheel for the ultimate 60fps outrun experience

[Mathius]

Ope gots a Turbo Twin!

Tats gots a uber awesome fap machine!

[cr8zykuban0]

hell yeah cyrill! awesome gets!!! didnt know you lived in japan

[JapanTokei]

Ope's got TWO Turbo Twins doesn't he?  I see the red one too... nice..  been wanting one of those boxed for a while myself

Tats' setup is SWEET.  I love Outrun!!!

Ope gots a Turbo Twin!

Tats gots a uber awesome fap machine!