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I couldn’t really get comfortable playing this on the plane and on the switch but wanted to make sure I got a score in

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1 hour ago, RH said:

 

Yeah, the games not better because of Knuckles.  It’s better because it’s just a further refinement of what was good about Sonic to that point and, after that, they started relying on novel changes to sell the series like Chaotix and Sonic 3D being isometric. Woof! (Actually, I have fond memories of Sonic 3D, but it’s just not a real Sonic game.)

Sonic 1 was fun enough, but the controls needed “something” more. Sonic 2 had marginally improved level design but immensely improved the experience with the dash. Control perfection, achieved. Sonic 3 further improved the level design, story telling and pacing. Level Design perfection, achieved.

So yeah, S3K > S2 > S1.  Each one has their strengths but no doubt every game built on top of the last one of the series and I just don’t see how one could argue that any of the older ones are better than the newer ones.

But here we are.  Between these two games for the poll, Sonic 2 FTW.

 

Didn’t even mention Tails….for shame!

Everyone knows Comix Zone is the best genesis game anyways

No one else headed to this!

MGC this weekend!! I’m landing Friday night and gonna try to get my pass for the weekend then too. If anyone needs help setting anything up let me know!

@Ferris Bueller @LaC

28 minutes ago, Nintegageo said:

It ain't cheap, but the unico novablast might interest ya?

Not gonna lie that thing looks dope but $1,200 and I still gotta find a decent shape donor board for it and actually buy a game to play….seems like a lot. Not sure if this is your picture or just one you found. On the off chance it’s your setup what do you think of the MVSX?

Social media free since 2012. Only LinkedIn for finding new jobs and even that is on hibernate right now lmao

1 hour ago, Sumez said:

I'd just get a single-slot MVS motherboard and hook it up to your TV with a cheap supergun

Is there a specific supergun that you recommend? It’s my understanding there are many available. 

16 minutes ago, TDIRunner said:

I own a consolized MVS that has component output and control inputs for Neo Geo controllers and Saturn controllers

I’ve seen this option as well - which consolizer are you using and which MVS board variant? I do like having to buy cheaper MVS games over the more expensive AES versions but logically if that were the case I could just do the NGCD

I picked up Dead Cells for Switch and I’m gonna play that and also need to play RC Pro Am for NES weekly contest 

13 minutes ago, Renmauzo said:

I've got a 4-slot 'Big Red' MVS cab with kits and an AES w/ROM cart, and I would say that an AES + Terraonion ROM cart (same as an Everdrive, really) is far more practical and economical. With a little patience and consistent looking, you can get a Japanese AES (they are region free) for a couple to few hundred (depending on if you want loose or complete and since the USD is outpacing the Yen by quite a bit), and the ROM cart for a few hundred more (I had pre-ordered mine through Stone Age Gamer); get the HD Retrovision component cables, and you're off to the races

Whatever route you choose to go - if you decide to pursue this - I'm sure you'll have a ton of fun with the library. I love the Neo...there's just some experiences you can't get anywhere else

 

I think a “Big Red” would definitely be the coolest way to go but finding one for sale and having to clean it up or find a working CRT for it and who knows whatever else work one might need or trying to find one mint would be very expensive and then buying the games on top of it….I dunno if I’m up for that kind of commitment lol. I think I’m definitely looking at a console version like AES with a UniBios or like @DorkOverlord suggested a Neo Geo CD since the games are on the cheaper side. 
 

I was also looking at the MVSX cabinets and they seem to be pretty cool and come with a good amount of the “bangers” that Neo Geo has. Sort of like a compromise to Big Red and no further money out on games. I might wander the vendor area at MGC and work a trade for an AES/NGCD if I can find one since I have an extra Sega Nomad I need to get rid of or go the MVSX route. 

Galf! Golf Story is a criminally underrated game. 

1 hour ago, DorkOverlord said:

I personally opted for a Neo Geo CD because you're getting virtually all the same games as AES at a fraction of the price (usually). Of course, you do have to deal with load times, but I don't think they're as bad as they're made out to be. 

A second option I've considered would be to get a consoled MVS and an Everdrive type device. It's a more expensive option, but still less expensive than collecting AES. 

I like your suggestion of Neo Geo CD and will definitely be adding this to the list. Are the graphics as robust as on AES/MVS in your opinion?

10 minutes ago, Gloves said:

I'm not opposed to doing what needs done, assuming the skill and tools required aren't insane. Do you have any tips on what such body work looks like, or where I might start looking into it? 

Odd Tinkering on YouTube is one of my favorite restorers to watch. He does some of the full ins for metal pitting on this video. I think his about has what he uses to do it as well:

5 minutes ago, Gloves said:

This in exactly why I posted this, very handy! Thanks, I'll do this 100%!

Im on the "clean it up" phase right now, doing a drawer or two today. Will order this or something similar so it shows up before next weekend. 

Any good brands you'd suggest for primer and paint? I was looking at Rustoleum. 

Rustoleum is probably what I would go for as an amateur, someone may suggest something better. If you really want a nice shine and protecting finish it off with clear coat as well

10 minutes ago, Gloves said:

The plan is to scrub the shit out of it and then do exactly that. No sand blaster sadly but I can put in elbow grease. 

If it was me I’d definitely try to remove the old paint first, painting over it is gonna come out bad imo. Maybe something like this or similar product in Canada? If you strip it don’t forget primer before painting!

https://www.lowes.com/pd/CitriStrip-32-fl-oz-Regular-Multi-surface-Paint-Stripper-Gel-Removes-Latex-Paint-Oil-based-Paint-Varnish-Lacquer-Polyurethane-Shellac/5003322011?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-pnt-_-ggl-_-LIA_PNT_133_TS-Sanding-Sundries-Surface-Buckets-_-5003322011-_-local-_-0-_-0&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD2B2W_L9WwuO4Keu_M1fIf5RsY_j&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI2uTx9eChhQMVZEhHAR3Z8AvoEAQYAiABEgItbPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

It would be dope if you had the means to sandblast those and repaint them, fresh coat of fire engine red paint is truly beautiful!

6 minutes ago, fcgamer said:

I think it's because some backers (like myself) backed a higher tier that came with extra crap. It's been so Iong I can't even remember what all was supposed to come with

I would at least try to use the stores contact form to see if you can get a regular version at least, it’s been so long I doubt they have any of the extras left that you were supposed to get. 

Anyone else have the Analogue Duo and have problems ejecting CDs? Like I press the eject button and it sounds like it is doing something and the disc never comes out. Even when I can get it to pop out a little it never comes out more than a tiny bit? Google says other people are having the same issue and having to employ workarounds to….eject a cd? What a total fail 

How the crap do they have the Famicom version for sale in their store but you didn’t get a kickstarter copy??

https://projectblue.bigcartel.com/product/project-blue-famicom-cartridge

I got my NES copy years ago, I can’t believe you are still waiting on the Famicom version 

Howdy do folks! Usually I post in the water cooler but I thought this might warrant a discussion. Neo Geo is way out of my league of knowledge and rather than Google myself to death I thought it might be fun to get some opinions of our esteemed members. 
 

So what say you? What is the best way to go about playing Neo Geo games in 2024? Emulate? AES vs. console modded MVS? Some sort of mini console? The best way may include more expensive options which I am not opposed to but I’m also probably not interested in trying to collect every game. Maybe just play some bangers? I can mod consoles no problem so is an AES with UniBios the way to go?

I await your opinions with great interest!

Wait this is an actual game and not an april fools joke lmaoooo

1 minute ago, Gloves said:

That's on you, then. Logically, nobody ever once mentioned stock being put up on his store. The intent of the thread was to me pretty clearly for these to be made to order. 

I don’t even know why you bother man

3 minutes ago, docile tapeworm said:

Sold my copy of balloon fight so I’m cheating with an everdrive this week

Stop posting and play!

2 minutes ago, Mega Tank said:

Some people don't read posts thoroughly.

Don’t be dunking on the newbies rookies