Need TG-16 Advice , What To Get........

[ScumBum]

Thanks for all your help guys !!

Theres soo many different systems , I had no idea which one to get .

I found a couple on ebay , how much should I be willing to spend ?

Theres a PC Engine Duo RX for $180 ,

[nat]

I saw that one, it's a loose system. Hold out for a bulk deal that comes with some games-- you'll save money.

[nectarsis]

Also if buying from overseas (assuming your in the US), ALSWAYS watch for shipping.  Some sellers WAY overcharge for systems.

[nat]

Very good advice. I learned the hard way-- was too quick to click "Buy it Now!" on a cheapy system once only to discover that shipping effectively doubled the price of the item. 

[ScumBum]

Alright , so I'm gonna save up some money , around $250 for a Duo-R/-RX Lot .

Thanks , I'll post some lots that I'm interested in to see if you guys think their good .
 O:)

[Keranu]

I'd actually recommend buying just a Turbo Grafx 16 system first to introduce to the games and see how you like them (which you will  ). Then while playing around with that for awhile, save up some money to buy a Duo R later so you can access Japanese and CD games. This way you will have the most effective and inexpensive set up for playing all formats of Turbo games.

[rag-time4]

I'd actually recommend buying just a Turbo Grafx 16 system first to introduce to the games and see how you like them (which you will  ). Then while playing around with that for awhile, save up some money to buy a Duo R later so you can access Japanese and CD games. This way you will have the most effective and inexpensive set up for playing all formats of Turbo games.

How does a US TurboGrafx compare to a converter or region mod in terms of price?

[ceti alpha]

I echo the sentiment of buying a Japanese Duo R.  They are usually cheaper than the US unit, and oh so sexy.  Japanese hucards are generally cheaper as well, and there aren't too many US released hucards that are unplayable in Japanese. 

You don't need a different power adapter, Japan uses the same kind of power as the US.

However, be warned, your wallet is going to take a beating.  Once you get the system, you are going to want to get:

New controller
6 button controller
Multitap (even if you don't have any friends)
Arcade Card
Tennoko (sp?) bank
PC Engine GT
Backup system, just in case
Flash cart
A friend in japan who can hook you up with cheap games

You have been warned 

Haha. Don't scare him!!  But a lot of those things can be had for pretty cheap. 6 button controllers (i.e. Avenue Pad 6), and a brand new boxed DuoTap can be had for $10 each. The Arcade Card is also a must, but those can go for pretty cheap as well. I would suggest getting your Duo modded as soon as possible, just to get it done and over with. 

A backup system is also not a bad idea. I have a TG-16 as a back-up, but that leaves most of my collection unplayable. hehe. I foresee myself getting a Supergrafx w/ the SuperCD combo unit. The day that happens will be a sweet day.

Anyway, don't worry. Your wallet will survive the turbo madness. 

[Necromancer]

I'd actually recommend buying just a Turbo Grafx 16 system first to introduce to the games and see how you like them (which you will  ). Then while playing around with that for awhile, save up some money to buy a Duo R later so you can access Japanese and CD games. This way you will have the most effective and inexpensive set up for playing all formats of Turbo games.

Not a bad idea, though it's a bit less convenient having two consoles and the TG-16's controllers will need adapters to work with anything else.

How does a US TurboGrafx compare to a converter or region mod in terms of price?

If bought as part of a lot with a bunch of games, the cost is about even to a modification and usually much cheaper than a converter.

[ScumBum]

Mmmm , ok so getting a TG-16 to play US games and save up for the Japanese CD system later works out to about the same as getting a Japanese system and getting it modded .

Thats a good idea ,

[nat]

Except most people don't want the hassle of owning two systems.

I'm of the mind that you don't really need more than one of these things until you REALLY get into gaming on it, and even then it's debatable. But it's your call, to each his own.

[ceti alpha]

Except most people don't want the hassle of owning two systems.

I'm of the mind that you don't really need more than one of these things until you REALLY get into gaming on it, and even then it's debatable. But it's your call, to each his own.

I agree with nat. Having one system that can play all your games is far more convenient than having to switch up between two systems all the time. But whatever floats yer boat. 

[ScumBum]

I know I only need one , its just being impatient , waiting to save up for the big sha bang is tough but worth it in the end .

[ceti alpha]

I know I only need one , its just being impatient , waiting to save up for the big sha bang is tough but worth it in the end .

haha. Either way you go, you'll be a happy camper. 

[guyjin]

something to keep in mind, if you go the 2 systems route: the TG16 uses different controller ports from the Japanese systems (and even the US Duo.) To avoid double-buying taps and controllers, just get one type (likely Japanese, the variety of controllers is greater) and an adaptor for the other.