Countdown to a complete Turbo US collection.

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Many you guys know I've pursued to achieve a complete US Turbo collection (all 141 complete with game, case, manual, and outer box). It's fun collecting and hunting these suckers as it is playing them and decided to share my "fun" with you guys.   

This thread tracks my journey as I countdown the number of games starting between me and my goals.

So far my collection has grown 70 games! And growing....    (Only 71 to go!)

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I know I've should added this in my original post. But with finals and project over and down with, I have free time to catch up on my personal project and what not. So expect a daily dosage of updates for a good while. 

Sidearms (sealed).....70



Klax (sealed).....69



Managed to spot these new: Retro Game Spot The guy apparently has a stock of them as I've already bought one of each from him. So if you looking to fill a couple of holes in the collection or want to get your hands on fresh, new games without shelling an arm or a leg, send the guy your best offer. I'm sure you guys can give them a home.

[Necromancer]

For a moment, I thought that '78' and '79' was what you paid for 'em, which would've been an arm or a leg.  Silly me. 

Just out of curiosity, what titles are you including to get to 150 that aren't listed on PCE Daisakusen!! (146 total) and PCEngine Catalog Project (145 total (Bikini Girls isn't listed with a region))?  I suppose you could count the pack-in version of Ys seperately, include Meteor Blaster DX: Signature Edition, and count whichever game came with black and red labels separately (Champions Forever Boxing perhaps?), but that's still not 150. 

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For a moment, I thought that '78' and '79' was what you paid for 'em, which would've been an arm or a leg.  Silly me. 

Just out of curiosity, what titles are you including to get to 150 that aren't listed on PCE Daisakusen!! (146 total) and PCEngine Catalog Project (145 total (Bikini Girls isn't listed with a region))?  I suppose you could count the pack-in version of Ys seperately, include Meteor Blaster DX: Signature Edition, and count whichever game came with black and red labels separately (Champions Forever Boxing perhaps?), but that's still not 150. 

It was miscounted and I have your signature to thank, Necro. When I first saw that number, I naturally assumed it how many official Turbo games released in the US excluding the Implode, Meteor Blaster DX, and Y's pack-in for the Turbo Duo.

Now I've recounted everything (94 for HuCards, 44 for CDs, and 3 for everything else) for a total of 141 games and need to recalculate my numbers. Actually when you think about it, my countdown now starts AT the halfway mark!  Thanks for the heads up, Necro. 

[hoobs88]

I made my own checklist from PC Engine Catalog project and ended up with 150 titles which includes: Hudson Music Collection 93, CD + G disc, second variation of Ys, Lords of Thunder demo (VHS), Meteor Blaster, Implode, and 3 "bikini girl" games.
150 seemed to round things out nicely and easier to remember than 141. My countdown is 19 more to go!

[Necromancer]

I made my own checklist from PC Engine Catalog project and ended up with 150 titles which includes: Hudson Music Collection 93, CD + G disc, second variation of Ys, Lords of Thunder demo (VHS), Meteor Blaster, Implode, and 3 "bikini girl" games.

This seems goofy, considering that there are two (or three) versions of the CD+G disc, other promo videos besides just the Lords tape, M.B. DX:SE, and the two versions of the aforementioned game.  To each his or her own though; when it's your own private collection, you can say it's complete whenever the heck you want.

[hoobs88]

To each his or her own though; when it's your own private collection, you can say it's complete whenever the heck you want.

I just noticed that your signature says "US collection 66% complete  97/147 titles".
What are you considering for the 147?

[Necromancer]

I just noticed that your signature says "US collection 66% complete  97/147 titles".
What are you considering for the 147?

My own special formula is the 146 listed on PCE Daisakusen!! plus Meteor Blaster DX: Signature Edition, which I include because its code slightly differs from the normal version (and I already have it).  I might revise my total someday to include both versions of Ys, 'cause I'd like to get the retail version for a proper case and sexy maps.

[ceti alpha]

I made my own checklist from PC Engine Catalog project and ended up with 150 titles which includes: Hudson Music Collection 93, CD + G disc, second variation of Ys, Lords of Thunder demo (VHS), Meteor Blaster, Implode, and 3 "bikini girl" games.

This seems goofy, considering that there are two (or three) versions of the CD+G disc, other promo videos besides just the Lords tape, M.B. DX:SE, and the two versions of the aforementioned game.  To each his or her own though; when it's your own private collection, you can say it's complete whenever the heck you want.

Really?! Sweet! My US collection is complete! 20 games baby!

.....nah....I can't even sell myself on that. heh

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...and we continue the countdown's daily dosage.

Tail Spin....68 (complete w/ box)



I remember getting off the bus, running straight up to my room, and tuning in to the most magical 2 hours for any kid to experience: The Disney Afternoon. Ah, the memories...Duck Tales, Rescue Rangers, Tail Spin, and Darkwing Duck. That was the best mix. Every show was as imaginative and memorable as the last. Actually the same can be said for any cartoon from our childhood. Tiny Toons, Animaniacs, Beetlejuice, X-Men, Batman, Mario, Sonic SATAM, etc. We had our own world to ourselves and it was great. 

Too bad the quality of most cartoons today are substantial at best with a few exceptions (i.e. Avatar <- BTW awesome show!  )

[Thibaut]

Think also with the Duo-Demo1 and Duo-Demo 2.

[Necromancer]

Think also with the Duo-Demo1 and Duo-Demo 2.

I don't recall ever hearing of these, so I'd love it if you'd share some info. on 'em.

*edit* - I think I have heard of one of 'em; is one the in-store demo similar to the 3-in-1 pack-in?

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Chew Man Fu....67 (complete w/ box)



Nothing much to say about this one. Played it a few times and the whole kickball aspect reminds of the early "action/puzzle", Solomon's Key, Amazing Penguin, etc.  I find it's worth coming back....after I finish beating Y's II and III. 

Think also with the Duo-Demo1 and Duo-Demo 2.

I don't recall ever hearing of these, so I'd love it if you'd share some info. on 'em.

*edit* - I think I have heard of one of 'em; is one the in-store demo similar to the 3-in-1 pack-in?

Yes, there was supposedly. It was put on auction and dubbed "The Holy Grail" by seller. Sold for a GRAND, more than Dynastic Hero and Magical Chase combined.

[Necromancer]

....after I finish beating Y's II and III. 

Apostrophe?!?     .....though even Falcom uses it sometimes

[geise]

Man nice collection.  I was thinking about doing this myself.  However my funds are limited, then I thought about how I really just buy games I play.  There are quite a few Turbo games that are really bad and I would never put my money into them.  Even if I was collecting.  Anyways you have a great collection and I hope you reach your goal.  BTW where in the hell are you finding these boxed games?  Is it just ebay or stores near you?  Garage sales?  Just curious.