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Sums up all of my thoughts exactly. I don't really bring up games to uninterested parties much either... that's why I talk to all of you fine folk on GAF.

Most people in my life who come over and see my collection are shocked to see I'm so into it, because I generally don't come across as the gamer "type".

A handful of people know I have a lot of games and thats only because my wife and kids talk about, or show it off. I don't really care what other people think, I do this because I like it, not for bragging rights. If someone asks me if I have seen this game, or played that game, I'll talk about it, but thats about it.

 

[BearChair]

I asked this in the PS1 appreciation thread but didn't get a satisfactory answer, so I'm hoping you folks can help me.

I've got a plastic bin full of PS1 games in my parents' basement, and I want to play them again. I also never experienced the PS2 era because it was the same time I got into PC gaming.

I also know there were a lot of Japanese games that were amazing for both of these consoles

I'd like to combine these things if possible, but I'm not sure what the best method would be.

Does anyone sell a PS2 that already has a mod chip to play US and Japanese games? Is it cheaper at this point to just buy a used Japanese PS2 and a US one? Is there an option that I don't even know about.

The key is that I want to be able to play all these old games that I have but possibly experience some new ones too.

 

[Peltz]

I asked this in the PS1 appreciation thread but didn't get a satisfactory answer, so I'm hoping you folks can help me.

I've got a plastic bin full of PS1 games in my parents' basement, and I want to play them again. I also never experienced the PS2 era because it was the same time I got into PC gaming.

I also know there were a lot of Japanese games that were amazing for both of these consoles

I'd like to combine these things if possible, but I'm not sure what the best method would be.

Does anyone sell a PS2 that already has a mod chip to play US and Japanese games? Is it cheaper at this point to just buy a used Japanese PS2 and a US one? Is there an option that I don't even know about.

The key is that I want to be able to play all these old games that I have but possibly experience some new ones too.

You're probably best off buying 2 PS2s from different regions at this point. They're dirt cheap.

 

[Ivan Amiibo]

As far as I know, these are the options:

-a ps2 from each region
-a case modded PS2 with swap discs (don't do this)
-a ps2 with a modchip (a bit out of date)
-a soft modded ps2 with FreeMC boot (cheapest and easiest)
-a DTL debug PS2 (most expensive)

 

[D.Lo]

As far as I know, these are the options:

-a ps2 from each region
-a case modded PS2 with swap discs (don't do this)
-a ps2 with a modchip (a bit out of date)
-a soft modded ps2 with FreeMC boot (cheapest and easiest)
-a DTL debug PS2 (most expensive)

Soft mod won't run PS1 discs.

Separate region PS2s would be easiest.

 

[Ivan Amiibo]

Soft mod won't run PS1 discs.

Separate region PS2s would be easiest.

Oh right, good call. And swap discs would neat a separate ps1 swap disc.

 

[socksfelloff]

Soft mod won't run PS1 discs.

Separate region PS2s would be easiest.

It doesn't take much to swap discs though for ps1 backups/imports.

 

[Ivan Amiibo]

It doesn't take much to swap discs though for ps1 backups/imports.

If you're talking about doing it on the fly, that's a very bad idea and will scratch the hell out of the middle plastic ring on every game.

It does work though.

 

[PumpkinSpice]

It doesn't take much to swap discs though for ps1 backups/imports.

If you're talking about doing it on the fly, that's a very bad idea and will scratch the hell out of the middle plastic ring on every game.

It does work though.

Lookup PSXLauncher.elf. You can swap using some software that gets the timing perfect. All you need is a good way to get at the disc without tripping the open drive sensors. I went so far as to install a switch onto my ps2 slim that controlled the sensor signal but there are simpler methods.

 

[Danny Dudekisser]

FUCK. SWAP. DISCS.

 

[RoryDropkick]

Just get 2 different region PS2's. They are cheap. Hell I went crazy and I have a fat US PS2 with OPL, a slim JP PS2 for those rare JP PS2 games that just don't work, and a JP PSOne for games like Gradius Gaiden that do not work properly on PS2.

 

[Khaz]

-a ps2 with a modchip (a bit out of date)

What's wrong with it?

 

[KC-Slater]

Both system and game were brand spanking new, fresh from the factory sealed boxes...

GAF... I finally own a NGPC!!!

There's something special abut opening deadstock NIB items, especially if it's something you've wanted for a long time. Congrats man!

 

[Ivan Amiibo]

What's wrong with it?

That was under the assumption that soft mods would allow ps1 games.

Lookup PSXLauncher.elf. You can swap using some software that gets the timing perfect. All you need is a good way to get at the disc without tripping the open drive sensors. I went so far as to install a switch onto my ps2 slim that controlled the sensor signal but there are simpler methods.

Thought he meant the method where you boot a ps1 game, then rip it out and throw a new one in while the drive is spinning- it's a thing lol

Anyway, thought this was all simpler, i will shut up now hah

 

[Chinner]

Ive caught the retro bug

 

[NOLA_Gaffer]

Ive caught the retro bug

There's worse bugs to have. Like the Rolex bug or the Lamborghini bug.

 

[IrishNinja]

As far as I know, these are the options:

-a ps2 from each region
-a case modded PS2 with swap discs (don't do this)
-a ps2 with a modchip (a bit out of date)
-a soft modded ps2 with FreeMC boot (cheapest and easiest)
-a DTL debug PS2 (most expensive)

FUCK. SWAP. DISCS.

yeah, my old PS2 had a swap disc case mod but it really wasn't ideal...i still gotta mess more with free Mcboot but HDD loader is my jam

Ive caught the retro bug

everdrives, bruh

 

[NOLA_Gaffer]

Tempted to pick up a PSOne. I wonder how hard it is to find them in like new shape.

 

[sixteen-bit]

I love the aesthetics of the PS One! I got mine @ a flea market. Was dirty but it cleaned up nicely. I imagine it's not too hard to find a nice condition one, and if not, it's easy enough to clean with like, magic eraser and water.

 

[NOLA_Gaffer]

I love the aesthetics of the PS One!

I rather regret not buying one way back when so many retailers were getting rid of 'em for cheap.

I've never owned a Sony console.

 

[Danny Dudekisser]

Tempted to pick up a PSOne. I wonder how hard it is to find them in like new shape.

I picked up a new one for like... $160 a month ago. Can probably get one cheaper, but it was one of the few units that didn't have a dinged up box. So whatever.

 

[socksfelloff]

If you're talking about doing it on the fly, that's a very bad idea and will scratch the hell out of the middle plastic ring on every game.

It does work though.

On my ps2 slim the drive stops spinning when you pop the lid open. I have the sensors blocked out. Nice and easy.

 

[televator]

So I'm gonna buy some silica gel desiccant packs. 1 gram packs are more than enough and cost effective on eBay. 1/2 gram is good for 70 cubic inches and standard DVD cases are ~24 cubic inches.

Anybody else think this is a good idea for preserving games? According to certain standards, discs should be maintained in humid free environments. This could also apply to the contacts on cartridge based games. It should keep them from developing corrosion.

 

[blast processed]

Never heard of anyone doing that, I suppose it might work. I just use a 30 pint dehumidifier, that way it covers everything.

 

[StevieWhite]

Never heard of anyone doing that, I suppose it might work. I just use a 30 pint dehumidifier, that way it covers everything.

I also use a dehumidifier (largely because I'd need one anyway) - I find it has worked pretty well.

 

[Ivan Amiibo]

On my ps2 slim the drive stops spinning when you pop the lid open. I have the sensors blocked out. Nice and easy.

I'm talking about this genius method:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uw4B3Ev6GeI

starts at 8:15

comes with the great warning: THE PS2 USES A CLASS 1 LASER AND IS NOT DANGEROUS

 

[entremet]

Tempted to pick up a PSOne. I wonder how hard it is to find them in like new shape.

I saw one at my local thrift shop. It was gone the next week lol.

I regret not buying it. I want one with the monitor as a little novelty system.

The PS1 still remains my favorite Sony system.

 

[blast processed]

I regret not buying it. I want one with the monitor as a little novelty system.

I did too but I'm now content with my original ps1 and PSP 3000 with component out, for all my gaming.

 

[entremet]

I did too but I'm now content with my original ps1 and PSP 3000 with component out, for all my gaming.

I just love the redesign.

 

[Chinner]

I love the design of the original PlayStation 1, I prefer dem straight lines over the curves of the psone.

 

[NOLA_Gaffer]

Is the Game Boy Advance SP's battery known for leaking? I have a sealed Classic NES SP that I was keeping as a collectible but if a leaking battery is going to ruin the damn thing I'll unbox it to get the battery out.

 

[PumpkinSpice]

FUCK. SWAP. DISCS.

I use multiple PS2s now and a modded PS1 for translations but I don't think it's a bad option if you're just dipping toes into this.

 

[Danny Dudekisser]

I use multiple PS2s now and a modded PS1 for translations but I don't think it's a bad option if you're just dipping toes into this.

This is RetroGAF. We don't dip toes, we go balls deep.

 

[Chinner]

Might revive the ps1 retro thread. Thread doesn't deserve to be dead!

 

[PumpkinSpice]

Would it get annoying if I started posted a bunch of retro pickups here? I'm going to be buying a LOT of games over the next couple weeks and I don't think it's ever going to be just one platform.

 

[Peltz]

Is the Game Boy Advance SP's battery known for leaking? I have a sealed Classic NES SP that I was keeping as a collectible but if a leaking battery is going to ruin the damn thing I'll unbox it to get the battery out.

My GBA SPs have never leaked... I have 3 of them, including an NES model.

Can't say I've ever heard anyone else mention leaks either.

 

[Chinner]

Would it get annoying if I started posted a bunch of retro pickups here? I'm going to be buying a LOT of games over the next couple weeks and I don't think it's ever going to be just one platform.

Nope! Question is do we use the appropriate threads or just this one?

 

[NOLA_Gaffer]

Would it get annoying if I started posted a bunch of retro pickups here? I'm going to be buying a LOT of games over the next couple weeks and I don't think it's ever going to be just one platform.

I only find pickup posts annoying because it's basically like showing off "Look how much money I have."

 

[blast processed]

I only find pickup posts annoying because it's basically like showing off "Look how much money I have."

I like seeing what everyone picked up and where and if they got a deal or not. Lets all of us know that deals can still be had in the wild. Like this one here

 

[davidwhangchoi]

I like seeing what everyone picked up and where and if they got a deal or not. Lets all of us know that deals can still be had in the wild. Like this one here

+1

agree, always good to see what people pick up lately =)

 

[televator]

Never heard of anyone doing that, I suppose it might work. I just use a 30 pint dehumidifier, that way it covers everything.

Hmm... didn't think of that. Anyway, the silica packs are cheap. Only cost me 9 bucks with free shipping for 200 packets.

 

[Danny Dudekisser]

I like seeing what kind of cool shit people here buy.

 

[entremet]

Might revive the ps1 retro thread. Thread doesn't deserve to be dead!

Pretty sure that thread is still active.

I have subs to almost all the retro gaf threads and it seems to get bumped with consistency.

Would it get annoying if I started posted a bunch of retro pickups here? I'm going to be buying a LOT of games over the next couple weeks and I don't think it's ever going to be just one platform.

I would like it.

I vicariously collect through others too lol.

The pickup threads on the gaming side are filled with stuff I just don't find appealing to see.

Nothing really exciting about seeing iPads, sneakers, or PC parts. Not shitting on it, but I just don't find them interesting.

I do love the retro pickups that litter those threads here and there.

 

[entremet]

dp.

 

[televator]

I like seeing what kind of cool shit people here buy.

Silica packs are uber cool. lol

 

[PumpkinSpice]

Silica packs are uber cool. lol

Plz post pics of that. I'm going to be moving to a new house with humidity control soon which should help but I might be interested in doing the same just in case.

I only find pickup posts annoying because it's basically like showing off "Look how much money I have."

I can assure you nothing I'm going to buy is going to be expensive.

 

[patrickthehedgehog]

Both system and game were brand spanking new, fresh from the factory sealed boxes...

GAF... I finally own a NGPC!!!

This pic really does it for me. Love the NGCP screen.

 

[Shadowman16]

Neo Geo Pocket Colour might still be my favourite handheld... I remember getting one around the time that SNK Vs Capcom was released. That game still sits as my favourite handheld fighter of all time, in part thanks to the excellent joystick on the handheld. Plus it played like a dream and had tons of content/stuff to unlock. I loved the clam shell boxes the games came in as well, so much nicer compared to the Japanese cardboard boxes the games got.
Rockman Battle & Fighters is a fairly decent import for the handheld as well, just wish it had more music and was much harder. Even on the hardest difficulty its still too easy for me. I do love the NES 8 bit style graphics they used for the game as well, it worked perfectly for the port.

 

[televator]

Plz post pics of that. I'm going to be moving to a new house with humidity control soon which should help but I might be interested in doing the same just in case.

Sure thing. My packs should arrive on Saturday. I think it'll work out great. When I look through my collection, I've noticed that some discs get "foggy" from what I believe is moisture from both atmosphere and leftover from cleaning liquids.

 

[NOLA_Gaffer]

This pic really does it for me. Love the NGCP screen.

Closeup LCD screen photos are always fascinating. I accidentally took a decent one earlier while photographing my DSi XL for sale on eBay.