Ooh, don't overlook Skullmonkeys! It's a bit pricey...and one of the most difficult games that I've ever played, but it sure is fun. And the soundtrack is a treat!
A review I found online.
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Ooh, don't overlook Skullmonkeys! It's a bit pricey...and one of the most difficult games that I've ever played, but it sure is fun. And the soundtrack is a treat!
A review I found online.
ResidentDante
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When it comes to cover art I really think PAL got the coolest Ridge Racer Type 4 cover:
william_557
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i know (on the Australian PSN) we have tekken 1 and 2 but not 3
missing
croc legend of the gobbos
crash bash
overboard
muppet race mania
ghost in the shell
and many more
I think some PAL games have actually increased in price in the last years. For example SOTN Collector's Edition now fetches close to 200, Suikoden II is at 150, Megaman games 100, Tombi! 100 etc. Lots of other rarer games at 100 as well. The more common ones but desired games have held their values nicely as well. I think the interest for the PS1 is increasing and people view it as retro now and has much nostalgia for the titles. Now that the PS brand is going strong I I believe the demand will stay strong in the future.
Shadowman16
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This year I'm finally going to get through the Playstation games I've picked up over the years. Yesterday I finished Ape Escape, a game I've never played until now but really, really enjoyed. I loved the levels, gadgets and the addictive nature to tracking down all the monkeys for the best ending. The "final" level was pretty epic in length as well, must have taken me an hour at least to finish it, though on the flipside at least I got all but one of the monkeys on it! This has quickly become my favourite 3D platformer for the system.
Next up on my play list is Klonoa, Tombi and Fear Effect.
Next up on my play list is Klonoa, Tombi and Fear Effect.
sixteen-bit
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In Suikoden II's case, didn't the PAL version fix some glitches and translation errors over the NTSC/U release? Maybe that's why it's so pricey.
Oh, I can't believe I didn't mention Rayman. My wife and I are playing it right now. It's obscenely hard but we're loving it.
Oh, I'm not familiar with that one. It looks interesting. Weird and dark. Is The Neverhood similar? They're both platformers? Thanks!
MikeHattsu
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No. The Neverhood is a point and click adventure game.
Ah, I see. Thanks! I saw the two were related somehow.
It's still bugged. The best way to play the PS1 original is by making a copy of the game and applying the fan patch -
https://web.archive.org/web/2013032...gfixes.wikispaces.com/Suikoden+II+Patch+Files
And I remember some sort of video glitch (at the top of the screen) on my UK copy. Still, I wish I hadn't traded it in to CEX for almost nothing.
Yes it fixes the audio glitches, data transfer glitch and improves the translation.
I'm doing the same thing as well. Started the year up with Final Fantasy Tactics, a game that I played a lot when it was released but don't think I ever finished. Well, I finished it a few days ago and that game holds up incredibly well. I had a ton of fun going through it and messing around with different skill combinations and job classes. This is my favorite FF game even if it's not a main entry.
I'm looking for a copy of Ape Escape. I played a demo back in the day and really liked it but never played the full game. Glad to see you liked it so much. I just started up Suikoden the other day which is another one I had way back when but don't remember that much about it. I got the castle already and have maybe 30 characters so far. Having a great time with the PS1 so far this year.
any PAL users here have any experience with Sony Trinitron CRT screens? got one from a local website for free, came with no remote which is fine because i can control it with my tablet as far as menu, numbers or d-pad/volume is concerned but one problem i'm having is it seems to be stuck in permanant letterbox mode, i've tried a couple PS1 and PS3 (setting it to 4:3 or 16:9 does nothing) on scart and nothing changes it still plays in letterbox mode
looked at the menu nothing special only picture settings with contrast/brightness/sharpness which the last one i can't actually change on any setting, there's the usual channel tuning option and an advanced settings option with parental controls, noise reduction and RGB centering which just moves the picture left and right
it looks like this but in silver/grey i can't get the exact model number since the previous owner (i guess their kids did it) tore the sticker off the back with the model on
looked at the menu nothing special only picture settings with contrast/brightness/sharpness which the last one i can't actually change on any setting, there's the usual channel tuning option and an advanced settings option with parental controls, noise reduction and RGB centering which just moves the picture left and right
it looks like this but in silver/grey i can't get the exact model number since the previous owner (i guess their kids did it) tore the sticker off the back with the model on
sixteen-bit
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I like to color match my accessories. Anyone know where I can buy a 1st party PSOne memory card that's the same color as the system? Was it Japan exclusive?
drtomoe123
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I'm pretty sure that my store just recently sold an official Sony card (still in the blister pack!) that was the same color as the PSOne. As far as I know, it was released in the US.
It was available in all three territories. I have several bought brand new. They are "light grey" colour. Model SCPH-1020 UHI (if you want the USA version, but literally the only difference between the regions is packaging; the hardware is identical down to the regulations label).
No, I've never been able to find one either. The picture is from Amazon but when I bought some from the resellers, they just sent me the usual grey chinese bootleg.
william_557
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just dug into the closet and set this up
william_557
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I know really fun game got it off ebay ages ago...also i've been playing Croc legend of the gobbos aswell
Shadowman16
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I'm not much of an RPG fan in general but I do really rate the Suikoden series. The early games are packed with excellent characters and great stories. I was lucky enough to get the second game for 50p in a charity shop purely by luck!
I've now completed Ape Escape, getting the last few monkeys was no problem, I really do like the level design in this game, that coupled with the monkey radar makes exploring the levels a pleasure and never a chore. Its really worth tracking down in my opinion, its a great 3D platformer for sure.
I've now moved onto Klonoa, a pretty 2D platformer by Namco. Its yet another game I've owned for years yet never put any time into it. I'm not disappointed so far, its a nice fast paced 2D platformer with some decent sized levels and hidden stuff to find. If I had to nit pick about one thing in the game though I'd say that so far the game seems a tad too easy, the only couple of times I've died is due to my own stupidity jumping into bottomless pits!
any PAL users here have any experience with Sony Trinitron CRT screens? got one from a local website for free, came with no remote which is fine because i can control it with my tablet as far as menu, numbers or d-pad/volume is concerned but one problem i'm having is it seems to be stuck in permanant letterbox mode, i've tried a couple PS1 and PS3 (setting it to 4:3 or 16:9 does nothing) on scart and nothing changes it still plays in letterbox mode
looked at the menu nothing special only picture settings with contrast/brightness/sharpness which the last one i can't actually change on any setting, there's the usual channel tuning option and an advanced settings option with parental controls, noise reduction and RGB centering which just moves the picture left and right
it looks like this but in silver/grey i can't get the exact model number since the previous owner (i guess their kids did it) tore the sticker off the back with the model on
I have that TV, there is no button on it to change from letterbox to regular and it auto selects letterbox on some of my gear such as my Gamecube and Saturn. But I have a Sony remote from another TV that works on the TV so I can select different screen mode. I suggest you track down a compatible remote, it is a great TV.
NormalFish
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I'm starting to think there's someone buying up all the copies of Suikoden II on ebay. Pretty strange that they are ALL being bought regardless of price.
SeventhSon
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I would bet someone actually is. Lukiegames or some other big ebay store is using bots to buy up every copy to corner the market.
NormalFish
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yup :\ sucks really hard.
sixteen-bit
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Isn't Lukiegames local to Mzo and IrishNinja? I wonder if they know more about them.
Ingueferroque
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When it comes to cover art I really think PAL got the coolest Ridge Racer Type 4 cover:
Sorry, I hate this. Looks so cheap!
ResidentDante
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RadarScope1
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Holy hell. I never considered that someone would be so insidious. That is fucking evil if this is happening.
NormalFish
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I'm trying, but there seem to be someone who just drops a 150$ max bid and walks away.
i was able to find an app online that let me change the aspect ratio but whenever i turn the tv off and back on it will revert back to 16:9 is there any way to force it to stay 4:3? the app only has a free trial for 7 days and judging by the reviews it's kinda pricey when it does eventually ask to buy it, might try and just take the easy route and go to a local tip and see if they'll give me a sony remote
KennyLinder
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any PAL users here have any experience with Sony Trinitron CRT screens? got one from a local website for free, came with no remote which is fine because i can control it with my tablet as far as menu, numbers or d-pad/volume is concerned but one problem i'm having is it seems to be stuck in permanant letterbox mode, i've tried a couple PS1 and PS3 (setting it to 4:3 or 16:9 does nothing) on scart and nothing changes it still plays in letterbox mode
looked at the menu nothing special only picture settings with contrast/brightness/sharpness which the last one i can't actually change on any setting, there's the usual channel tuning option and an advanced settings option with parental controls, noise reduction and RGB centering which just moves the picture left and right
it looks like this but in silver/grey i can't get the exact model number since the previous owner (i guess their kids did it) tore the sticker off the back with the model on
I had the Sony TV (it's very good by the way) and there was a wide button on the remote. From memory, that was the only way to adjust it. I do have the manual though still, I'll see if there is another way of doing it..
Can you not download TV profiles for your tablet that would cover the Wide button?
alf717
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Yeah, so i can clean discs and if necessary remove scratches. I found some on eBay but there are no reviews so it doesn't fill me with confidence for a purchase.
On another note, here is my latest bag of swag. I hit 300 in my collection.
Tales of Destiny is a pretty cool game. I got pretty far and never finished it though. One thing I found annoying was that the voices and music play really loud in that game. Luckily you can turn them down if you find them bothersome. Just seeing that box gives me the DeusEx effect. I should finish up that save file some day. That or start all over. I think it was the part where you solve the really vague puzzles where I got stuck.
Yeah, so i can clean discs and if necessary remove scratches. I found some on eBay but there are no reviews so it doesn't fill me with confidence for a purchase.
On another note, here is my latest bag of swag. I hit 300 in my collection.
Tales of Destiny is one of my favorite PS1 games and I am happy to have finally found a copy for a decent price recently after searching for over a decade. It was the first Tales game that I played and I have been a fan of the series ever since. I really enjoy the 2D-fighter style fights and the game has funny dialog and great music.
sixteen-bit
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The last time I went to a flea market, one vendor has like 20 sealed Greatest Hits versions of Cool Boarders 4, lol.
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Deleted member 22576
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Hey..
So I just bought a PS1 and a few games!
I got
Castlevania SOTN
Point Blank
Jet Moto2
Tenchu
With point blank, I got a GunCon. Now, I tested the GunCon with the Playstation and Point Blank at his house.. but I got home and it won't work.
The GunCon plugs in through a passthrough on the AV cable and when the Guncon is connected there is no picture. I have a completely run of the mill CRT from the mid nineties so there shouldn't be any compatibility issue.
Any ideas on what the problem could be? I know it works because I played it 3 hours ago at the guys house.
So I just bought a PS1 and a few games!
I got
Castlevania SOTN
Point Blank
Jet Moto2
Tenchu
With point blank, I got a GunCon. Now, I tested the GunCon with the Playstation and Point Blank at his house.. but I got home and it won't work.
The GunCon plugs in through a passthrough on the AV cable and when the Guncon is connected there is no picture. I have a completely run of the mill CRT from the mid nineties so there shouldn't be any compatibility issue.
Any ideas on what the problem could be? I know it works because I played it 3 hours ago at the guys house.
ExitPlanetDust
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Try turning the brightness way up.
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Deleted member 22576
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I could try that but there is also no sound.... the playstation does not seem to be booting.
I had a semi-breakthrough. I plugged the GunCons passthrough dongle in without plugging the guncon into the playstation and was able to get a picture for a minute. It was flickery and the color was off, the best I can describe it as is when the PS2 macroblocking chip would kick in on DVDs when connected to a VCR.
I turned it off, plugged the gun into the controller port and turned it back on and no dice. After that I no longer was able to get it to display the flickery picture without the gun plugged in.
I think it might be the third party AV cable or my TV is possibly too old or too ghetto? The guy who runs the retroshack has a nice Sony CRT.. mine is a bust-ass panasonic that is nearly dead.
The Symphony of the night disk I bought for 20$ is also so scratched the music wont play.. :\ (no, i didnt check at the place i was kinda stoned and we booted it up and watched the first bit of it so it seemd fine. also the lighting was pretty dim) thinking of either cleaning it or ripping it and burning a copy to play via the swap trick.
Jet Moto2 is not great, but I like those games because theyre dumb.
Tenchu is pretty much what I'm left with to play. I think I've heard good things about it so I'm eager to check it out. I played the first couple segments earlier and it was good. The controls were quite dated though.
I already texted him and hes super cool and willing to work with me so its not like a bad thing. Just sort disappointing, I was excited to play Point Blank all night long.
EDIT:
Is the Pocketstation compatible with the US playstation?
AFAIK yes but only like FF8 uses it.
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Deleted member 22576
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I kinda just want it to be fancy and use as a normal memory card. Accoding to wikipedia R4 uses it too.
So a bit of tape on the GunCon cable got it working!!!! Point Blank is so much damn fun ts amazing.
So a bit of tape on the GunCon cable got it working!!!! Point Blank is so much damn fun ts amazing.
I love that you have a TV cozy. What game is that in the Genesis/Megadrive? Point Blank always looked fun, but it won't work on my CRT.
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That's biohazard battle. Man point blanks is so good in still playing itS in afraid to unhook it because it might not work again.
I'm not familiar with the guncon. What is happening here?
The PS GunCon is way sturdier than the GC2. I've already had to reinforce the trigger on two of those =/
I haven't played any Point Blank games past the first but yes, it is AMAZINGLY fun. It also has one of those really out of place RPG modes where the battles are the minigames...
GunCons plug in to the controller port and also to the TV as a passthrough for the RCA video cable. Looks like his cable might be kind of loose?
I haven't played any Point Blank games past the first but yes, it is AMAZINGLY fun. It also has one of those really out of place RPG modes where the battles are the minigames...
GunCons plug in to the controller port and also to the TV as a passthrough for the RCA video cable. Looks like his cable might be kind of loose?