Power Base Converter

[VenomMacbeth]

Definitely go for the PBFM.  I have the regular Power Base Mini from db_Electronics and it works like a charm, even bypasses some regional compatibility issues!  Now I can play the SMS version of New Zealand Story, one of the best ports in my opinion. 

[InfraMan]

You can't use the 3D glasses without a card slot, though. And those things are seriously awesome!

[DragonmasterDan]

You can't use the 3D glasses without a card slot, though. And those things are seriously awesome!

I was playing Missle Defense 3D last night!

[Medic_wheat]

I don't know. Since all I have is a model one Genesis and I like the option of playing 3D and card based SMS games I might get the PBC. It is still slightly cheaper then the third party update.


Later for the fun I'll get the PB mini for use on any future retro a I might get or my CDX

[BlueBMW]

I honestly think its worth it to have the card slot just for the 3D glasses option.  Some of the 3D games are pretty cool.  Missile Defense 3D is the best for sure.  I also use either my SMS or the PBC to run the 3d Glasses while I play laseractive 3d games.  The adapter for the laseractive is too pricey these days but the master system runs the glasses at the same sync so it works good.

[DragonmasterDan]

Missile Defense 3D is the best for sure.

That's quite an understatement. I have them all but Outrun 3D (I've played your copy before) and yeah, it's not even a competition.

[bob]

im pretty sure pbc doesnt work with cdx.  neither does 32x or half the oversized EA carts.
i liked the novelty of the cdx but the thing is a piece of junk. 

[VenomMacbeth]

im pretty sure pbc doesnt work with cdx.  neither does 32x or half the oversized EA carts.
i liked the novelty of the cdx but the thing is a piece of junk.

The power base mini works perfectly on it...and y u say it's a piece?  I <3 mine lots...

[majors]

im pretty sure pbc doesnt work with cdx.

I have a CDX and had a Sega PBC, it works fine...used it for a decade. I only sold it to get the PBFM from db-elec b/c I wanted that sweet FM tunes. One just needs to be mindful of the CDX power plug when putting on the PBC, it's fits but the cord needs to be slightly bent to one side when placing the convertor on top.

[Bloufo]

PBC and the 32X work just fine with the CDX.
Tiny footprint so it makes everything neat and compact.

[InfraMan]

The CDX is cute and all, but nothing beats the towering majesty of a model 1 Genesis + model 1 Sega CD + 32x combination. It's like a black plastic mushroom cloud of 1990s gaming splendor.

[Medic_wheat]

The CDX is cute and all, but nothing beats the towering majesty of a model 1 Genesis + model 1 Sega CD + 32x combination. It's like a black plastic mushroom cloud of 1990s gaming splendor.

I agree with everything BUT the 32X part

[BlueBMW]

I agree with everything BUT the 32X part

But Kolibri...

[Jibbajaba]

The 32X has a number of good games on it.  It has the definitive version of Virtua Racing, for instance.

I would not have been happy spending $160 on it new back in the day, but for what it goes for now, it pays for itself in fun.  Especially if you have an Everdrive.

[MrBroadway]

The 32X has a number of good games on it.  It has the definitive version of Virtua Racing, for instance.

I would not have been happy spending $160 on it new back in the day, but for what it goes for now, it pays for itself in fun.  Especially if you have an Everdrive.

Even with Virtua Racing there's the Saturn version. Kolibri is the only reason to own a 32X, and even then, that's not that much of a reason.