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IvanBeavkov

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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (New inserts)
« Reply #30 on: March 01, 2016, 07:04:58 AM »
So I decided to go and redo some of my earliest inserts because I just didn't really like to how they looked compared to my newer ones. Also I was able to find a picture of the box back for Dragon's Curse and put the proper text on it.

I have discovered something interesting in the process of making these inserts. I have used google image search for a lot of the images I use in these inserts and in my searching I have come across a website that has thousands of quality game logos for a bunch of systems.

I want to share this site but it is a 'romz' site of all things, and I don't think any of the logos are actually displayed anywhere on the site. So I'll post this screenshot of where the logos are so I'm not posting any direct links. If this screenshot is not acceptable I will remove it.

Maybe someone can make a collage out of them.


So anyway here are the updated inserts I made. The old inserts will still be there for anyone that prefers them.

Go here for the high quality versions of the inserts.
https://goo.gl/photos/Mc69TSw2EJpXvBq58

Dragon's Curse - Ver 2


Neutopia II - Ver 2


Ninja Spitit - Ver 2


Order of the Griffon - Ver 2


Somer Assault - Ver 2


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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (Updated Inserts & Lots of Logos)
« Reply #31 on: March 11, 2016, 04:32:44 AM »
So here are the rest of the inserts for the jewel case less HuCards.

So i'm not sure what inserts to make next, if anyone has any requests please let me know.

Go here for the high quality versions of the inserts.
https://goo.gl/photos/Mc69TSw2EJpXvBq58

Falcon


Ghost Manor


Hit the Ice


Jackie Chan's Action Kung Fu


Legend of Hero Tonma


Magical Chase


New Adventure Island


Samurai-Ghost


ShockMan


Soldier Blade


Time Cruse


World Sports Competition


Bonus inserts!
I just got these games without cases so I made some inserts.

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esteban

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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (All Caseless HuCards Inserts Complete)
« Reply #32 on: March 11, 2016, 07:25:41 AM »
I have all of these original cases...but I am still very curious about how all of these inserts would look!
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IvanBeavkov

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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (All Caseless HuCards Inserts Complete)
« Reply #33 on: March 12, 2016, 12:53:49 AM »
I have all of these original cases...but I am still very curious about how all of these inserts would look!
Well there is only one way to find out, get printing! :-)

Doing all of these inserts has made me wish NEC would have just made all of the games in jewel cases with inserts. I like being able to pull the games off the shelf and look at the back and see something other than plain plastic. I know if I kept them in the boxes I could do that, but boxes are expensive and easy to damage.

I have actually thought about replacing my current original cases with generic jewel cases with inserts.

Just some idle thoughts on a lazy Saturday.

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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (All Caseless HuCards Inserts Complete)
« Reply #34 on: March 12, 2016, 06:31:58 AM »

I have all of these original cases...but I am still very curious about how all of these inserts would look!
Well there is only one way to find out, get printing! :-)

Doing all of these inserts has made me wish NEC would have just made all of the games in jewel cases with inserts. I like being able to pull the games off the shelf and look at the back and see something other than plain plastic. I know if I kept them in the boxes I could do that, but boxes are expensive and easy to damage.

I have actually thought about replacing my current original cases with generic jewel cases with inserts.

Just some idle thoughts on a lazy Saturday.

Yes, I agree: I wish all PCE (and this TG-16) games had tray card inserts.

It would have been very nice.

BUT, I am sure it saved money having simpler, lighter (boring) cases. :(
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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (Fatal Fury 2 Inserts)
« Reply #35 on: April 25, 2016, 09:47:29 PM »
I made some inserts for the naked Fatal Fury 2 I recently got (thanks rcantor77).

This got me thinking is there any interest in translated inserts for PC Engine games that list the controls and translations of menu/option screens?

Go here for the high quality versions of the inserts.
https://goo.gl/photos/Mc69TSw2EJpXvBq58




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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (Fatal Fury 2 Insert)
« Reply #36 on: April 26, 2016, 09:11:20 AM »
Looks pretty good. Just wanted to point out that it should probably be "light" and "hard" rather than "low" and "high" when describing the punches and kicks.
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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (Fatal Fury 2 Insert)
« Reply #37 on: April 26, 2016, 09:34:17 AM »
Looks pretty good. Just wanted to point out that it should probably be "light" and "hard" rather than "low" and "high" when describing the punches and kicks.

That makes a lot more sense. Thanks :-)

Go here for the high quality versions of the inserts.
https://goo.gl/photos/Mc69TSw2EJpXvBq58

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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (Fatal Fury 2 Insert)
« Reply #38 on: April 28, 2016, 05:49:20 AM »
Why's the game title missing on the original version of the back insert for Beyond Shadowgate?
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My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (Fatal Fury 2 Insert)
« Reply #39 on: April 28, 2016, 07:25:46 AM »
When I have the time, all of these are going to be hosted on tg-16.com and given a page...

So, please! Any advice on best practices for printing would be great.

I have a standard blurb I use, but I actually don't print much stuff, ever..so any useful advice for printing/folding (paper/card stock, folding with a straight edge, types of ink to use/avoid, etc. ) to create the nicest results would be appreciated :)
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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (Fatal Fury 2 Insert)
« Reply #40 on: April 28, 2016, 08:36:11 AM »
Why's the game title missing on the original version of the back insert for Beyond Shadowgate?
It should be there. When I click the google photos link I see the name in my custom insert and the original one. Is it there if you download the file?

Also what browser are you using? I know Google photos has some issues with some versions of IE but I have never heard of anything like what you are describing.

esteban,
I don't really do anything special I just print on glossy paper using my inkjet. The images are made to be the correct size so you should not need to scale them just print them at 100% original size. I can type up some instructions on what I do and what my setup is and how I print and cut. You can use that make whatever instructions you would like.

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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (Fatal Fury 2 Insert)
« Reply #41 on: April 28, 2016, 08:49:45 AM »
When I have the time, all of these are going to be hosted on tg-16.com and given a page...

So, please! Any advice on best practices for printing would be great.

I have a standard blurb I use, but I actually don't print much stuff, ever..so any useful advice for printing/folding (paper/card stock, folding with a straight edge, types of ink to use/avoid, etc. ) to create the nicest results would be appreciated :)

In my opinion, the most important factor is good quality paper.  Obviously a good printer with good quality ink and the correct print settings is important as well, but if you use the best printer in the world to print on standard copy paper, it will look like crap.  I use a few different types of paper for printing depending on the type of case I'm going to use.  I typically use a high quality matte paper for larger cases like UGCs or Sega cases.  However, for CD jewel cases like the ones in this thread, I tend to use a slightly thinner semi gloss photo paper.  I find it's easier to bend this paper for the spines in the jewel case.  I don't have specifics in front of me at the moment, but I can get some brand names and paper specs later tonight.

Semi-gloss photo paper (left) vs. copy paper (right).


Matte paper (right) vs. copy paper (left).


As far as printers go, I've found that any standard ink jet printer will do the job just fine.  I use a Cannon which was around $90 new.  I've had bad luck using generic ink so I always buy the Cannon brank ink.  However, I recommend buying the XL cartridges since you get about 3x the numbers of prints for only 50% more money.  I always print on the highest quality setting and make sure the paper type matches what I'm printing on (whether it's matte or semi gloss).

After printing, I use the following paper cutter. It's extremely easy to line up the cutting blade with the edge of the cover to get a perfect cut.  The blades can be easily replaced.  There is also a strip underneath the cutting blade that can be replaced over time.  This strip helps with guiding the blade and providing a clean cut completely through the paper.  They sell a scoring blade for this cutter, but I haven't used it.  I purchased mine at Michaels.  I don't remember the price, but it was reasonable and it's pretty easy to get 20 to 40% off coupons there.  They also sell the replacement parts.  The best advice I can give is this.  If the cutting blade doesn't line up perfectly flush with the straight edge, DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY.  Many paper cutters are setup this way making it extremely difficult to get a perfect cut along the edge of your cover.



And lastly, to bend the spines, I just take a utility knife and straight edge and LIGHTLY run the knife over the paper twice.  This provides a good score to pend the paper.  Once I put the paper into the jewel case, I run the back side (non-sharp) part of the knife along the back side of the crease to push it into the jewel case.  This usually gives me a perfect bend and crease. 

Hopefully that's helpful.  I'm sure there will be differing opinions on the best way to print this stuff, but I've printed many covers for my personal collection and these methods have worked really well for me.
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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (Fatal Fury 2 Insert)
« Reply #42 on: April 28, 2016, 09:22:55 AM »
So, please! Any advice on best practices for printing would be great.

I have a standard blurb I use, but I actually don't print much stuff, ever..so any useful advice for printing/folding (paper/card stock, folding with a straight edge, types of ink to use/avoid, etc. ) to create the nicest results would be appreciated :)

I print on a color laser printer with 110 lb card stock.  I cut 'em out with a metal ruler, snap-off utility knife, and a steady hand, lightly scoring the folds to get nice, clean corners.



It should be there. When I click the google photos link I see the name in my custom insert and the original one. Is it there if you download the file?

Also what browser are you using? I know Google photos has some issues with some versions of IE but I have never heard of anything like what you are describing.



I'm using chrome.  I can't see a title on this one, either on the main page of all images or downloaded and opened in Photoshop Elements.
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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (Fatal Fury 2 Insert)
« Reply #43 on: April 28, 2016, 10:13:13 AM »
Necromancer,

Here is what I see when I go to my link.


I did re-upload the image though, hopefully that fixes it. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

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Re: My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts (Fatal Fury 2 Insert)
« Reply #44 on: April 28, 2016, 10:48:09 AM »
There's no titles in that jpg either.  Methinks we're not talking about the same thing.  :lol:

The back insert should have the game's title next to the seafoam green super cd angled logo things, the parts that gets folded up to become the spines.  The front insert has all black spines, which is correct.
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