Which PC-ENGINE variation is the best?

capnd77 · Aug 25, 2014

I'm seriously considering getting a PC-Engine with a CD Rom and system card 3 or one of the turbo duo systems. Any suggestions on the best route to go?

Kid Panda · Aug 25, 2014

Duo-R.
One and done.

fake · Aug 25, 2014

You're going to be spending a shitload of money unless you get a Duo. And if you get a Duo, get a Duo-R.

Pope Sazae · Aug 25, 2014

Duo-R, Everdrive, blank cd's, have fun

munchiaz · Aug 25, 2014

what these guys have said

RAZO · Aug 25, 2014

I recommend a Duo-R if you don't want to jump threw any hoops. If you find a regular Duo on the cheap, have someone do a recap and install a new laser and your in business. I prefer the look of the PCE Duo over the Duo-R.

Hello · Aug 25, 2014

Are their issues just using a regular duo to be able to use the Everdrive? I was wondering if their is a good replacement power supply for the duo. I can't find mine and dont want to hurt it.

RAZO · Aug 25, 2014

Hello said:
Are their issues just using a regular duo to be able to use the Everdrive? I was wondering if their is a good replacement power supply for the duo. I can't find mine and dont want to hurt it.

No, I use the ED on my regular duo without a problem. I use a the stock Duo Psu with a Step Down converter. Retrogamecave sells replacement Duo Psu's but they are sold out.

CORY · Aug 25, 2014

If you want to play everything the Supergrafx/Super CD-Rom2 combo is the way to go. If you don't care about the 5 Supergrafx games then go with a Duo-R. It looks way better anyway.

zxtec · Aug 25, 2014

I say get them all! Or just get a Duo-R as other recommend.

If you do decide to go with a PC Engine CD briefcase setup, be ready to replace the original gear in the CD ROM drive since the always tend to break.

cdamm · Aug 25, 2014

and if you just want hucards and no cd (but the option to get them later of course) get a core grafx.

(plus what everyone said).

goombakid · Aug 26, 2014

What everyone said, with the option of a PCE Duo (my choice).

SNKorSWM · Aug 26, 2014

Duo-R

Neorebel · Aug 26, 2014

What is your criteria for being the best? I like the PCE Core grafx II/Super CD-Rom2 combo.

Tron · Aug 26, 2014

Duo-r or RX either of those duo models is all you need.

Renmauzo · Aug 26, 2014

I've only ever played a regular NA TG-16 before, so I'm curious to know if a Duo-R is region free. I was thinking of picking one up on Yahoo Japan...

RAZO · Aug 26, 2014

Renmauzo said:
I've only ever played a regular NA TG-16 before, so I'm curious to know if a Duo-R is region free. I was thinking of picking one up on Yahoo Japan...

It is for the CD games, but not for the Hu-Cards.

Opethian · Aug 26, 2014

TG games are too over priced. PCE 4 lyfe

Yodd · Aug 26, 2014

Only weaklings get dem Duo's.

Ballers go for the money shot

Syn · Aug 26, 2014

Opethian said:
TG games are too over priced. PCE 4 lyfe

The only thing I'd change is Everdrive 4 lyfe

Opethian · Aug 26, 2014

broken said:
Only weaklings get dem Duo's.

Ballers go for the money shot

its sad that in this day and age the US 3.0 card goes for the price of a PCE Duo

Adderall · Aug 26, 2014

For work or for play, I go briefcase all day...

goombakid · Aug 26, 2014

Renmauzo said:
I've only ever played a regular NA TG-16 before, so I'm curious to know if a Duo-R is region free. I was thinking of picking one up on Yahoo Japan...

Region free CD; Yes. Region free HuCard; No.

broken said:
Only weaklings get dem Duo's.

Ballers go for the money shot

Something I've been meaning to add to my collection. I still hope to add one in the near future. But for now, a region modded PCE Duo will suffice.

eek · Aug 26, 2014

I got into PCE through a Core Grafx II and then stepped up to a Duo-R (modified way back by D-lite when he was on the up and up).

Now that I think about it, I think I got all my PCE gear and games from like 3-4 people on this forum over the years. Thanks guys!

Naika · Aug 26, 2014

I love DUO RX to DEATH! Oh, and go get Gate of Thunder while you're at it.

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