Retro Console/Game Collecting Thread

[bigdoc85]

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Great thread. A few thoughts:

1) Most AV Switches are bi-directional. So for my quasi-retro set-up I actually have 3 consoles routed through a switch with the output of that switch hooked up to the output of another switch. Then I have my different video sources (2 TVs and a receiver/projector combo) hooked into the inputs of that second switch so I can route any of the 3 consoles to any of the 3 video sources.

2) For retro consoles, I tend to look for unique games that don't have a modern-day equivalent. For instance, a few of my favorites are: Test Drive Eve of Destruction for Xbox or PS2. MVP NCAA 07 baseball for PS2, Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer for Xbox, and NASCAR Dirt to Daytona for PS2.

3) The original Xbox looks WAY better than the PS2 if you get the component AV cables (make sure to update the video settings accordingly). There are a decent number of Xbox games that had 720p resolution -- I wasn't a gamer back then (I'm old and stopped playing in '94 or so -- had a Sega Genesis and Joe Montana Football (or something like that) but didn't play much. Heck, I still don't play that much but I enjoy collecting and hooking up consoles.

4) Has anyone seen or played one of those modded original Xbox systems that people are creating? Some have up to 2TB hard drives and contain virtually every retro game from all of the major systems thru emulators.

When I lived with my folks I had all my systems hooked up with switchers. Even when I wasn't playing them it was great to see them. When I got married and moved I haven't taken the old boys out of the box except for the occasional RBI Baseball tournament.

That being said, in the Dank (my man cave), I am setting them all back up this week (hopefully). I have a few ideas for set up. I'll post pics as I set up. For those that don't know me, there will be beers a plenty during the project.

Anyone have a retro setup to share?

[Fresh Tendrils]

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You can fall down the rabbit hole fairly quickly by going to Amazon and searching for PS3 game collections.

This doesn't even include the one off games that I actually did play the crap out of as a kid such as Toy Story 2: Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue and Crash Team Racing that are available on PSN.

I just wish there was a way for me to play those old Simpsons games (Hit n Run) and Batman: Vengeance again without actually buying a PS2.

I'm only quoting this to remind myself that I do have Hit N Run, but on the Gamecube. I suppose I should try to find that Batman game, too.

Anyway, a holiday bump. My fiance got me a Sega Genesis (Gen 1) for my birthday along with Aladdin, Lion King, Jurassic Park, and Sonic. We also went to the local gameshop where I purchased Mortal Kombat, Mortal Kombat 2, Sonic 2, and NBA JAM T.E. So far we have played a little of everything and it is such a rush playing these games again after almost 20 years.

I'm amazed at how intricate the level designs are of Sonic. As a kid I was concerned about rushing through the level at Sonic's blazing speed, but when you actually slow down a bit there's a lot to explore on a vertical level. Aladdin is still amazing while The Lion King is still exceedingly difficult in random places. I have finally figured out how to push back in NBA Jam and its glorious.

Even the games I never had as a kid are awesome. Mortal Kombat really shines and you can see its roots planted that still holds true to today. The flashy moves are great, but the real treat is getting in a nice combo on your opponent before settling into a special move to finish them off.

I also managed to pick up Rogue Squadron for the N64 as well as an extra Gamecube controller so we can finally go head to head in WaveRace and SSX. Unfortunately, the N64 has seemingly died so I haven't been able to jump in an X-Wing yet.

I'm hoping we can set up the Wii again. I have a hankering for some Luigi's Mansion and Mario Galaxy.

[DJ]

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I'm only quoting this to remind myself that I do have Hit N Run, but on the Gamecube. I suppose I should try to find that Batman game, too.

Anyway, a holiday bump. My fiance got me a Sega Genesis (Gen 1) for my birthday along with Aladdin, Lion King, Jurassic Park, and Sonic. We also went to the local gameshop where I purchased Mortal Kombat, Mortal Kombat 2, Sonic 2, and NBA JAM T.E. So far we have played a little of everything and it is such a rush playing these games again after almost 20 years.

I'm amazed at how intricate the level designs are of Sonic. As a kid I was concerned about rushing through the level at Sonic's blazing speed, but when you actually slow down a bit there's a lot to explore on a vertical level. Aladdin is still amazing while The Lion King is still exceedingly difficult in random places. I have finally figured out how to push back in NBA Jam and its glorious.

Even the games I never had as a kid are awesome. Mortal Kombat really shines and you can see its roots planted that still holds true to today. The flashy moves are great, but the real treat is getting in a nice combo on your opponent before settling into a special move to finish them off.

I also managed to pick up Rogue Squadron for the N64 as well as an extra Gamecube controller so we can finally go head to head in WaveRace and SSX. Unfortunately, the N64 has seemingly died so I haven't been able to jump in an X-Wing yet.

I'm hoping we can set up the Wii again. I have a hankering for some Luigi's Mansion and Mario Galaxy.

That's awesome on the Genesis and games you picked up; I have a model 2 Genesis and I've been hooked on Columns and NHL 94 when I fire it up.

Wife picked me up a slew of PS2 games, including the surprisingly good 24 The Video Game. A few people had recommended it as a hidden gem and I can see why. Good mix of action, stealth and puzzle solving.

Also scored the Hitman trilogy.

[Armor and Sword]

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Great thread DJ. So here is my list of consoles I own. I did retire a few....more on that later.



Atari 2600
Intellivision
NES
Sega Genesis
PS
Gamecube
PS2
Xbox
Xbox 360
PS3
PS4


I boxed up and put in storage about 2 years ago my original 2600 wood grain console as well as my Intellivision system. However I went ahead and bought an Atari 7 Flashback system (and ordered two brand new plug in joy sticks as the wireless ones are crap) as well as an Intellivision Flashback. My son is amazed I played these systems LOL. But he loves playing some of the games with me like Sea Battle, Boxing and Baseball on the Intellivision and Asteroids, Combat, Yars Revenge, DodgeEm and Warlords on the Atari.

I still play my NES.....we jam Tecmo Bowl and Super Bowl Tecmo Bowl as well as a ton of other NES classics (Golgo 13 anyone?). NES was one of my favorite systems ever because the sports games were very strong at the time. Baseball Stars, Bases Loaded 2 (my personal favorite of the series), and of course the greatest game Super Bowl Tecmo Bowl. I also really like Jalco's Soccer and Tennis (company that made Bases Loaded). Ninja Gaiden? Finished that 3 times......one of the toughest games ever. And no save points. Brutal. Also a vastly underrated charming and extremely tough game called Friday The 13th. Oh and how can I forget Ring Kings???

[Fresh Tendrils]

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I've been playing A Link to the Past via virtual console on the Wii.

This game is a blast.

[exposedaking]

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I have:

Ps1-4 & pro
OG xbox
Xbox 360
Xbox one & S
Sega master system
Sega cd
Dreamcast
32x
Genesis
Saturn
Snes
GameCube
N64
Wii
Wii u
3ds
Vita

I might be missing some lol

Gonna try and post a pic of all of them once i get my Nintendo switch at launch.





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[seasprite]

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Found at mom and dads house packed away in some closets my

Atari 2600 with 34 games (works)

Original NES with 28 games (most games work)

Sega Genesis with triple play (works)


It was a good day

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[exposedaking]

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Here's my collection so far, my master system is at my mom's place...my vita is somewhere lol.

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[DJ]

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Found at mom and dads house packed away in some closets my

Atari 2600 with 34 games (works)

Original NES with 28 games (most games work)

Sega Genesis with triple play (works)


It was a good day

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That's great! My family many years ago sold my NES and Genesis games. Still mad about that, lol.

[PeoplesChampGB]

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Here's my collection so far, my master system is at my mom's place...my vita is somewhere lol.

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Nice No Mercy cartridge. The rest of it is trash, but at least you have that to show off. :-P

[exposedaking]

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Nice No Mercy cartridge. The rest of it is trash, but at least you have that to show off. :-P

Lol. Good eye. I still play those classic wrestling games on the N64.

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[countryboy]

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Looking for a silver PS2 and red PS3 to add to the collection


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[DJ]

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Looking for a silver PS2 and red PS3 to add to the collection


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I don't think I've ever seen a red PS3 out in the wild.

Since getting a Switch, I've seen my retro gaming time significantly dwindle, but I'm itching to fire up my PS2 this weekend and play a few games.

[countryboy]

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I don't think I've ever seen a red PS3 out in the wild.



Since getting a Switch, I've seen my retro gaming time significantly dwindle, but I'm itching to fire up my PS2 this weekend and play a few games.

I saw one during a retro game shopping trip but it didn't have the original red controller and looked rough.

A GameStop near me has one I'm going to check out this weekend


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[DJ]

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It's been a tough year for me in terms of retro gaming. Just haven't had as much time to play video games in general, and when I do, I seem to opt for Switch and PS4 games. I have been playing NCAA 14 on the 360, and that's been a lot of fun. It's also got me thinking about getting back into my NFL 2K5 and NCAA 06 franchise/dynasties on my PS2.

Taking another trip for work next week. Might switch things up and take my DS Lite or PSP with me, instead of the Vita or Switch.