JimmyBashhead
Neo Member
Haha, i will buy a Lot of Pringles for the Update
Show us your gaming setup: 2012 Edition
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sublimit
Banned
I think something metallic like this one here would look much better with your set up.
Or if he didn't want to buy something, priming and painting his current shelf that colour would make it look better also. That's of course if he doesn't make a mess while painting it.
I find it awesome that this picture spawned so many responses which is indicative of GAF's good taste.
Neverender
Member
nope, it also had like curtain over a large wall window I have been checking through threads relatively fast and unless I missed it the picture is no longer there...
We're currently repainting the livingroom so i have no pic of my setup, but here's a pic of the collection and close-ups of the retro games. And no, none of the games are sealed. Just very well protected
Shelf
SNES
SFC and loose carts (Terraniga, FFV, Starfox 2 and Treasure of the Rudras - translated repros)
Genesis
NES
Famicom and loose carts
PC Engine (Sapphire is the "second print" version)
The almighty XRGB-Mini FrameMeister scaler is a must for retro gaming on modern TV's
Shelf
SNES
SFC and loose carts (Terraniga, FFV, Starfox 2 and Treasure of the Rudras - translated repros)
Genesis
NES
Famicom and loose carts
PC Engine (Sapphire is the "second print" version)
The almighty XRGB-Mini FrameMeister scaler is a must for retro gaming on modern TV's
Wow, that is awesome.The almighty XRGB-Mini FrameMeister scaler is a must for retro gaming on modern TV's
artorias the abysswalker
Member
shining, any link for that XRGB?
looks ideal for me...I'd play so many more retros if not for lack of old school crt
looks ideal for me...I'd play so many more retros if not for lack of old school crt
Danny Dudekisser
I paid good money for this Dynex!
It really is ideal when you have no room for a CRT. It should be said, though, that if you are willing to shell out money on this thing you really should invest in RGB cables as well. But that's a given for most of us retro fanatics. NES over composite and with scanlines enabled on the Mini looks great as well!
http://retrogaming.hazard-city.de/framemeister.html is great for info on the Mini, as already stated.
This thread over at Shmups.com is a great source for even more info.
http://www.solarisjapan.com is where i ordered mine.
Scanline emulation is the worst thing.
In every single image comparison on that site, the non-scanlines one looks better.
There is simply too much distraction and detail loss by the inclusion of scanlines:
I kind of dig the scanlines lol
Danny Dudekisser
I paid good money for this Dynex!
Scanlines are sweeeeet and there's no loss of detail.
Scanline emulation is the worst thing.
In every single image comparison on that site, the non-scanlines one looks better.
There is simply too much distraction and detail loss by the inclusion of scanlines:
Old games are designed to be played in displays that have scanlines natively though, it kind of makes the experience more authentic. Though I can definitely see how one might dislike the emulated scanlines look.
Chittagong
Gold Member
Is that a real Togo?
The real deal. Although expensive up front, it will last tens of years. It's now 4 years old, used intensively, and shows absolutely no wear, loosening or change in figure. And if I decide to sell it, it will have a really good resell value. Always go for genuine classics when given a chance, it's cheaper in the long run.
Detail loss? You can't lose detail that isn't there.Scanline emulation is the worst thing.
In every single image comparison on that site, the non-scanlines one looks better.
There is simply too much distraction and detail loss by the inclusion of scanlines:
I agree that it doesn't look as good as an actual CRT, however.
GraveRobberX
Platinum Trophy: Learned to Shit While Upright Again.
Anyone know the name of the third game?
I'm getting nostalgia's the fuck out, but can't remember name
I'm getting nostalgia's the fuck out, but can't remember name
Scanline-loving people are weirdos. They can't be reasoned withthey just want to watch the world covered in silly-looking lines.
eso76
Member
Nah, the scan lines sshots are a lot better.
Non scan lines ones only look a lot more pixelated than they shoild, not more detailed, and the best pixel artists would draw their sprites taking the effect of scan lines into consideration, so while not as good as playing on a real CRT emulated scan lines are the way to go for your retro gaming.
They're just mandatory.
It loses detail because you cover the screen in black lines.
entremet
Member
I can only understand them for Arcade games which tended to have scanlines. But for SNES games, no, just no.
eso76
Member
Unless you were playing your SNES games on a TV from the future, they sure as hell did too. Maybe you only noticed in the arcades because your face was closer to the screen.
CoachKevin
Member
It is just hard to bite a $600+ bullet for retro gaming when you can get a 32" Sony wega for under $50 on craigslist. Very happy to have mine.
Here we go:
You can add an Xbox 360 next to the PS3.
Is that fl studio ?...what type of music do you make ?
KDash31987
Member
I don't have a ton of space where I am right now, and I just have everything in my bedroom (except the Wii and PlayStation 3), so it's not the nicest looking setup, but here:
Everything except the NES, Master System, Atari 7800, and Genesis/CD/32X are hooked up with S-video cables. And yes, they are all hooked up and ready to go at a moments notice!
Also, besides the Master System and Atari 7800, which I bought over the last year and half or so, I bought all of them during their original lifespan.
And here's where I have my Wii and PlayStation 3:
If you're interested in seeing my game collection, click here. And a video tour here (it's a bit outdated, though).
Everything except the NES, Master System, Atari 7800, and Genesis/CD/32X are hooked up with S-video cables. And yes, they are all hooked up and ready to go at a moments notice!
Also, besides the Master System and Atari 7800, which I bought over the last year and half or so, I bought all of them during their original lifespan.
And here's where I have my Wii and PlayStation 3:
If you're interested in seeing my game collection, click here. And a video tour here (it's a bit outdated, though).
BolognaSoup
Member
Here is my humble setup. I still need to hang my art.
It's not super fancy like some, but it does the job.
Where is the Meat Boy from?
Right, but that's how it was designed to be viewed.
Of course, I don't USE scanline emulation, I only use a real low definition CRT for my retro games. It's the only way to play.
On a CRT, pixel edges are not harsh and completely square as you would see while emulating on a modern display. It has a very distinct look that can't be replicated using emulators.
Uhh, SNES games had them just the same as any arcade game from that era. Everything from the PSX/Saturn/N64 era and prior generally used 240p output which would display scanlines on an SDTV.
Danny Dudekisser
I paid good money for this Dynex!
Adventure Island.
And I didn't use to be a scanline sorta guy. But then I realized that they were a good thing, and that games back in 'the day were designed with them. So... I use them.
I need a FlameMeister. I'm kinda wondering if I should even hang onto the XRGB-3 once I get one.
God, I'm fucking drunk.
No idea, got it at winners I think.
artorias the abysswalker
Member
Last Baron
Member
Holy dutch angles Batman.
KennyLinder
Member
The video scaler is great, shame it doesn't have an RGB SCART input which would be great for PAL systems.
LOVE IT. Used to have an orange bedroom myself. Traded it for green. It's calm now, but the orange really does make ambient lighting a lot nicer.Yeah, I love orange
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Nice monitor and collection of PC games!
entremet
Member
I guess I wasn't too close to the TV. Playing VC games on my plasma and I really don't miss them.
24" Samsung LED
24" Benq
40" Samsung Series 6 LED
AMD 1100t @ 4GHz
2x 6950's with unlocked shaders
1x 120gb Intel 520 series
2x 2TB Seagates
1x 1TB Samsung
Logitech K800 keyboard and Performance MX mouse
Audio-Techica ATH-AD900 headphones
old Wharfedale Delta 50.3 speakers
Gallien Krueger Fusion 550 head
custom built cab with an Eminence 400 watt @ 8ohm 12" and 60watt compression driver
Banana Boat Ultra SPF 30+, for superior non-greasy sun protection.
Building a larger desk soon, need a better chair too
I like it!
Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew
Banned
I hate wires, yet I hate the lag and battery charging with wireless. Need better cable management. My initial setup was much cleaner with no visible cables at all, with just the PS3 in the cabinet. Decided to test out surround system and PC. This is just a sloppy "toss everything and see if it works".
It works. Cable management comes later down the week.
View from the seat, running Sleeping Dogs on PC, with PS3 controller emulated as 360 controller:
It works. Cable management comes later down the week.
View from the seat, running Sleeping Dogs on PC, with PS3 controller emulated as 360 controller:
Danny Dudekisser
I paid good money for this Dynex!
OH MY GOD IT'S ALL FALLING DOWN