Would you rather have a SuperGrafx or a PC-FX?

[Deletion]

I just got a SuperGrafx so that would have to be my vote. I look forward to getting into the PC-FX some day, but right now I'm having a lot of fun with the PCE/TG.

[MottZilla]

SGX but to be fair I don't know a whole lot about PC-FX. But I know SGX has GnG and 1941 which are both awesome games.

[SignOfZeta]

The thing is, if the five SGX games weren't SGX games, if they ran exactly as-is on a regular PCE, the only one I *might* actually buy would be Makaikura. I'm pretty sure the same is true for almost everyone, whether they admit it or not. They only want whateverthef*ck the other games are BECAUSE they are SGX games. What they are is secondary.

[thesteve]

i have the fx, and it has its charm

[TR0N]

Supergrafx sure it's just five games but at least it's bc with the pce.Sorry but the pc-fx library of games just don't interest me.

[termis]

Having owned the SGX at one point, I'll say the PCFX...  (Even though I actually have no interest in ever buying the PC-FX!)

The thing is, if the five SGX games weren't SGX games, if they ran exactly as-is on a regular PCE, the only one I *might* actually buy would be Makaikura. I'm pretty sure the same is true for almost everyone, whether they admit it or not. They only want whateverthef*ck the other games are BECAUSE they are SGX games. What they are is secondary.

That's pretty much it.  I once bought the SGX + SCD-ROM2 for their all-encompassing compatibility, but then realized the massive floor space I gave up wasn't really worth the SGX-exclusive titles, and went back to the Duo setup.

[Ji-L87]

I'd love to have an FX around. I love the design (coincidentally I also like Beige pc towers) and it just seems...interesting. Not every game speaks to me but there's a few I'd like to try.
The SGX on the other hand, not really interested.

[Frank_fjs]

I once bought the SGX + SCD-ROM2 for their all-encompassing compatibility, but then realized the massive floor space I gave up wasn't really worth the SGX-exclusive titles, and went back to the Duo setup.

Interesting point. This is my mindset at the moment (i.e. I want a SGX + SCD-ROM2) but thinking about it logically, it's a lot of mess for the sake of 5 games.

I have a briefcase setup at the moment but do want to invest in a Duo, mainly for the convenience of it all and grabbing an RGB modded unit (really want to play my PCE in RGB!!!)

[esteban]

The thing is, if the five SGX games weren't SGX games, if they ran exactly as-is on a regular PCE, the only one I *might* actually buy would be Makaikura. I'm pretty sure the same is true for almost everyone, whether they admit it or not. They only want whateverthef*ck the other games are BECAUSE they are SGX games. What they are is secondary.

Hey Zeta! It's been too long since I've strongly agreed/disagree with you

I just wanted to say that I would absolutely buy the SGX games (except for that Top Gun-esque game whose title escapes me at the moment). Aldynes? Yup. 1941 Kai? Yup. Granzort? Sure.

[termis]

I once bought the SGX + SCD-ROM2 for their all-encompassing compatibility, but then realized the massive floor space I gave up wasn't really worth the SGX-exclusive titles, and went back to the Duo setup.

Interesting point. This is my mindset at the moment (i.e. I want a SGX + SCD-ROM2) but thinking about it logically, it's a lot of mess for the sake of 5 games.

I have a briefcase setup at the moment but do want to invest in a Duo, mainly for the convenience of it all and grabbing an RGB modded unit (really want to play my PCE in RGB!!!)

Right, I mean this goes way back... but:
http://www.pcenginefx.com/forums/index.php?topic=2714.msg32722#msg32722

It's even worse when you add an additional AC adapter - SGX & SCD-ROM2 both need their own power supply...  (though I recall reading some posts here where someone built a bypass cable so that the setup could power both units off of one AC adapter).

Briefcase setup is cool.  If starting from scratch, I'd recommend a Duo, but if you already have a briefcase setup, I don't see much reason to get a separate Duo setup (RGB mod and all can be done right off the IFU IIRC).

[Mathius]

I played a PCFX a few times and it just doesn't contain the magic the SGX possesses. Plus, I wasn't drooling over PCFX pictures in EGM bitd like I did with the SGX.

[Frank_fjs]

It's even worse when you add an additional AC adapter - SGX & SCD-ROM2 both need their own power supply...

I was under the impression you could get away with a single PSU?



I thought you could dock the SGX to the rear of the SCD2, grab the power patch lead and go from DC OUT of the SCD2 and connect to the SGX, then power the whole thing via the DC IN of the SCD2. That's how I thought it worked, otherwise what's the point of the 2 DC inputs/outputs and the power patch cable?

[termis]

Yeah, that bypass cord only fits the CoreGrafx. The exact cord will NOT fit SuperGrafx, because the AC Adapter tip for the SuperGrafx is slightly fatter IIRC.

Again, I recall someone making a custom version of that cord which fits the SuperGrafx, but it's just that - a custom cord.

It's not the last time console makers did something that idiotic.  Look at the Genensis + MD 32x + CD fiasco.

[Samurai Ghost]

Yeah I got a custom patch cable that can do both, but it's pretty ugly. Still searching for an official cable.

And yeah, SGX for me all the way. Had plenty of chances to buy boxed PCFX systems for around $30 but passed because I'm not into digital comics at all and the one decent game for the system is insanely expensive...

[Frank_fjs]

Ah I see, well that's pretty disappointing. Actually, I do vaguely recall seeing someone mention a custom patch cable, however I thought they only made it as a replacement to the original patch cable as they never received one with their SCD2, I now realise they must have created it to accommodate the situation of the SGX having a different plug.

Might just keep my money then and grab more games.