Jaleco Mega System 32 Appreciation Thread / Full Game List?

The Chief · May 16, 2008

This European site seems to have the most complete list, but I know they're missing Tetris Plus 2 so maybe something else is missing too.

http://uk.arcademuseum.dk/klasse.php?id=9&sort=2

I've personally never seen a Tetris Plus 2 M32 cart before I stumbled upon a photo of one on the we today. I have however seen a single board version of Tetris Plus 2, once, and Bill Burger listed it with a way low BIN and some lucky collector scooped it up.

http://www.emphatic.se/mobos.html#tetrisplus2

I think the M32 is a great system, I just wish there were more games to choose from though I still have not had the pleasure of playing Desert War and Second Earth Gratia. I would love to stumble across a copy of Tetris Plus 2, I really dig that one.

Anyone else a M32 fan/collector? I'm sure Game Paradise! is a favorite amongst M32 owners. Has anyone played Best Bout Boxing? I remember seeing one a while back on ebay but it didn't have a plastic case so I didn't bid, went wicked cheap too. I'd also like to hear some feedback from anyone who has played Desert War or Second Earth Gratia.

Orochi P-E · May 16, 2008

i have best bout boxing but it's a pcb not a cartridge game like tetris plus
i'm looking for some info on super strong warriors ^^

The Chief · May 16, 2008

Orochi P-E said:
i have best bout boxing but it's a pcb not a cartridge game like tetris plus
i'm looking for some info on super strong warriors ^^

So your Best Bout Boxing is a stand alone PCB, or is it a cartridge still needing an M32 motherboard without a plastic shell? I think Best Bout Boxing is the only cartridge game I've ever seen for sale that didn't have a plastic shell.

I've never seen a copy of Tetris Plus as a stand alone PCB, it's always been a cart.

Bibliophile · May 16, 2008

The Chief said:
This European site seems to have the most complete list, but I know they're missing Tetris Plus 2 so maybe something else is missing too.

http://uk.arcademuseum.dk/klasse.php?id=9&sort=2

I've personally never seen a Tetris Plus 2 M32 cart before I stumbled upon a photo of one on the we today. I have however seen a single board version of Tetris Plus 2, once, and Bill Burger listed it with a way low BIN and some lucky collector scooped it up.

http://www.emphatic.se/mobos.html#tetrisplus2

I think the M32 is a great system, I just wish there were more games to choose from though I still have not had the pleasure of playing Desert War and Second Earth Gratia. I would love to stumble across a copy of Tetris Plus 2, I really dig that one.

Anyone else a M32 fan/collector? I'm sure Game Paradise! is a favorite amongst M32 owners. Has anyone played Best Bout Boxing? I remember seeing one a while back on ebay but it didn't have a plastic case so I didn't bid, went wicked cheap too. I'd also like to hear some feedback from anyone who has played Desert War or Second Earth Gratia.

I too am a Jaleco Mega System 32 collector. But it is so hard to get games for it. I only have the mobo and one cart for it so far (Tetris Plus), and I have Desert War on the way.

I saw a copy of Tetris Plus 2 on ebay one time, and I should have snatched it up, but I missed the opportunity. I wish games for this system were easier to come by.

twalden · May 17, 2008

I don't have the arcade board, but the Saturn version of Game Paradise is great. Very underrated shmup.

The Chief · May 17, 2008

Bibliophile said:
I too am a Jaleco Mega System 32 collector. But it is so hard to get games for it. I only have the mobo and one cart for it so far (Tetris Plus), and I have Desert War on the way.

I saw a copy of Tetris Plus 2 on ebay one time, and I should have snatched it up, but I missed the opportunity. I wish games for this system were easier to come by.

Was the copy of Tetris Plus 2 you saw a cartridge or stand alone PCB? It is hard to find games for and there isn't much information on the net about the system.

That list shows 10 games and it's missing Tetris Plus 2 so that makes 11. I wish there were more.

Bibliophile · May 17, 2008

The Chief said:
Was the copy of Tetris Plus 2 you saw a cartridge or stand alone PCB? It is hard to find games for and there isn't much information on the net about the system.

That list shows 10 games and it's missing Tetris Plus 2 so that makes 11. I wish there were more.

The one I saw is a cart.

Orochi P-E · May 17, 2008

i have to put my hands on my best bout boxing to confirm what i was saying i don't remember correctly if there is a daughter board or not :spock:

Blaine · Aug 5, 2008

Very cool. Thanks for turning me on to this setup. At the very least, I think I'm gonna be picking up a mobo and Game Paradise.

So tell me more about some of these games. How are Desert War and Gratia? Are the rest of the games pretty much mahjong titles?

The Chief · Aug 5, 2008

Blaine said:
Very cool. Thanks for turning me on to this setup. At the very least, I think I'm gonna be picking up a mobo and Game Paradise.

So tell me more about some of these games. How are Desert War and Gratia? Are the rest of the games pretty much mahjong titles?

No problem, the M32 doesn't get enough love, glad to have you on board.

Unfortunately I have not had the pleasure of playing Desert War or Gratia but they are on my want list. There are 4 mahjong games which you'll probably want to pass on unless you're either into mahjong or really hardcore. Keep in mind if you want to play any of the mahjong games they require a sub board that plugs into the JAMMA edge of the bother board, I had a link to a picture of one but can't find it now.

P-47 Aces is a horizontal shooter also on the M32. I like it ok but haven't put in the time yet to really give it a good go so I can't get too in detail about this one.

I'm a big fan of the Tetris Plus games too, the first one is quite common while the second part still eludes me. I've seen the first part go for peanuts on ebay before and is defiantly worth a check out especially if you already have a motherboard.

Blaine · Aug 5, 2008

The Chief said:
No problem, the M32 doesn't get enough love, glad to have you on board.

Unfortunately I have not had the pleasure of playing Desert War or Gratia but they are on my want list. There are 4 mahjong games which you'll probably want to pass on unless you're either into mahjong or really hardcore. Keep in mind if you want to play any of the mahjong games they require a sub board that plugs into the JAMMA edge of the bother board, I had a link to a picture of one but can't find it now.

I've been playing video games for 25 years, to this day, I never understand why there are SO many mahjong games. When they do things that are different, I understand. I happen to own and dig Psikyo vs Capcom mahjong. It has cool artwork, I like it. I also get strip mahjong. But so many of them are so similar...

To the best of your knowledge, is there anything remarkable about the mahjong games or... more of the same?

The Chief said:
P-47 Aces is a horizontal shooter also on the M32. I like it ok but haven't put in the time yet to really give it a good go so I can't get too in detail about this one.

I'm a big fan of the Tetris Plus games too, the first one is quite common while the second part still eludes me. I've seen the first part go for peanuts on ebay before and is defiantly worth a check out especially if you already have a motherboard.

Let's talk about the Tetris Plus games. What is 'plus' about them? Different pieces? Bombs or something? I'm intrigued.

68k · Aug 5, 2008

I have Tetris Plus 2. I paid ~$55 shipped off of Yahoo JP, however it isn't the M32 version, it is the standalone PCB. I see them on there all the time.

I'm pretty sure it plays exactly the same.

68k · Aug 5, 2008

68k said:
I have Tetris Plus 2. I paid ~$55 shipped off of Yahoo JP, however it isn't the M32 version, it is the standalone PCB. I see them on there all the time.

I'm pretty sure it plays exactly the same.

Oop! there we go. Take your pick

http://page.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/95405488

http://page7.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/g60959793

Blaine · Aug 5, 2008

I just checked out (a little, I didn't want to spoil the game by watching the whole video) a video of Tetris Plus 2. Seems cool, kinda like Gussun Oyoyo in reverse.

Very nice. Actually that Yahoo auction that seems to have the mobo and Tetris Plus 2 for about $30... that'd be an awesome deal. I'm signing up for Rinkya right now but, we'll see.

The Chief · Aug 6, 2008

Blaine said:
Let's talk about the Tetris Plus games. What is 'plus' about them? Different pieces? Bombs or something? I'm intrigued.

Tetris Plus 2 is a bit better than the first part just for the changing background in endless mode alone. There are a few different modes of play: endless, levels and something else I can't remember. Personally I like the graphic style best in the Plus games vs the other tetris games out there(Magical Tetris, Sega Tetris, The Grand Master...).

If you like interesting puzzle games you might also try the Puzz Loop series, the first part is on the Super Nova and the second part is on CPS2. I've never played the first one but have Puzz Loop 2 and enjoy it a lot. There's four different modes of play all of which get very hectic is you're good enough to stay in the game for a while.

Seems like you've got the scoop on mahjong, I have nothing more to add. And yes there are a LOT of mahjong games out there. I sort of see a relation between mahjong and pachinko/pachislo, something else that can be found in excess.

68k said:
http://page7.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/g60959793

There it is, even comes with mother board. It's only at about $30 though I have a feeling shipping would kill and I've never messed around with Yahoo Japan.

How did you manage to get yours so cheap shipped, did the auction end at 500¥ or something? Good deal anyhow.

fenikso · Aug 6, 2008

My entire collection: link

I got it from NCSX's 'sale of the day' years ago. I think they still have them for sale, too.

Blaine · Aug 6, 2008

I've emailed the guy with the Tetris Plus 2 and mobo last night. I'm hoping he gets back to me.

The shipping will almost certainly kill, but I'm just sorta viewing it as it'll be worth it.

If everything goes well with this dude, I'm sure I can hit him up for another Tetris Plus 2 - he has tons of pcbs for sale and it can't be all that rare for that price.

68k · Aug 6, 2008

Me and some friends all combined a large group order, so it worked out nicely. Shipping and proxy fees on a $30 board will probably bring it up to about $70 to your door. I would recommend buying several boards and dispatching them all at one time.

68k · Aug 6, 2008

Blaine said:
I've emailed the guy with the Tetris Plus 2 and mobo last night. I'm hoping he gets back to me.

The shipping will almost certainly kill, but I'm just sorta viewing it as it'll be worth it.

If everything goes well with this dude, I'm sure I can hit him up for another Tetris Plus 2 - he has tons of pcbs for sale and it can't be all that rare for that price.

Starpine (fetark) never answers emails heh.

Blaine · Aug 6, 2008

68k said:
Starpine (fetark) never answers emails heh.

Weak. I don't want to have to use Rinkya, it'll cost a fortune just to make the transaction (I think Rinkya is gonna charge like $40, then I pay for the auction, then I pay for shipping).

68k · Aug 6, 2008

Blaine said:
Weak. I don't want to have to use Rinkya, it'll cost a fortune just to make the transaction (I think Rinkya is gonna charge like $40, then I pay for the auction, then I pay for shipping).

Rinkya will hold your items for up to 60 days. The best thing to do is buy multiple items and then have everything shipped back to you at once. Perhaps you and TheChief can go in together on some PCBs and save on shipping costs. It isn't worth grabbing just one board.

Bibliophile · Aug 6, 2008

68k said:
Me and some friends all combined a large group order, so it worked out nicely. Shipping and proxy fees on a $30 board will probably bring it up to about $70 to your door. I would recommend buying several boards and dispatching them all at one time.

Some friends and I...

Neogeofan12 · Aug 6, 2008

Impressive scaling and rotation effects. Good hardware. If you're broke you can purchase Tetris Plus on the PSone and Saturn.

68k · Aug 6, 2008

Bibliophile said:
Some friends and I...

hah I hope you are joking.

Bibliophile · Aug 6, 2008

68k said:
hah I hope you are joking.

Nope. I am dead serious. It should be "Some friends and I..."

:shame:

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