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Leo_A
06-20-2009, 10:28 PM
He also claimed it would have 20 built in games and a cartridge slot, which that video contradicts. You'd have to buy two portables now to accomplish that.
I contacted Innex they're hooking me up, so I will be covering this for Sega-16. They seem to be the ones who are behind this release.
ooXxXoo
06-20-2009, 10:36 PM
I contacted Innex they're hooking me up, so I will be covering this for Sega-16. They seem to be the ones who are behind this release.
Great to heard that man!
You already do a great job with the Sega games reviews and other stuff at sega-16 ....
Tupin
06-20-2009, 10:38 PM
That downloading thing sounds awesome.
Sonicwolf
06-20-2009, 10:40 PM
Im confused about all this now.
ooXxXoo
06-20-2009, 10:42 PM
Im confused about all this now.
Don't be, just go back and re-read the whole thread...
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MachineGex
06-20-2009, 10:44 PM
Tofu is a good guy. He has patiently answered a ton of questions for members on DP. Like most of us, I am sure he is busy with work (and home-life), give him a break.
I personally love the fact that companies are taking the risk and making older systems. I for one have waited a long time to play NES on a portable. I am very pleased with the FC mobile 2. I can't wait for the portable genesis.
Akito01
06-20-2009, 10:51 PM
I'm not sure Tofu is the one whose confused.
For one, Hyperkin and Innex are not the same company (at least, not to my knowledge). They had different booths at E3, and have different product lines. I wasn't aware that Innex was going to be releasing a portable Genesis of their own. This makes things interesting. The two devices look very similar, though not identical. I'm guessing AT Games is doing the hardware for both? It's interesting that its using the RetroGen name, which as the original moniker for the Digital Pocket.
I guess the confusion is understandable; I'm not even sure I've got all the details 100% right. But, if you've been following this thread from the beginning, with the evolution of the FC Mobile II from prototype to release, then you'll know that Tofu is entirely on the level.
Tupin
06-20-2009, 10:54 PM
I think Hyperkin sells some of Innex's products. Tofu DID say that the Genesis handheld was not being made by Hyperkin themselves. And if you read the thread closely, he did talk about the Firebox thing.
ooXxXoo
06-20-2009, 10:57 PM
I certainly didn't want to give no one a hard time, but there is a lot of misinformation now a days, and have to be careful with things that are posted, specially here at DP where hundreds of gamers come to take a look.... I personally was thinking that these new Sega machines needed a special feature to be competitive, because you can easily pick up a nice Genesis for under $20 bucks....And the downloading things was surely a great option, acording to the video, It is SD card compatible....First time I heard this, even from those who have actually played the prototype (supposedly)
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Akito01
06-20-2009, 11:05 PM
I'm sure we'll have some answers once the weekend is over and Tofu is back at the office.
I will admit, it would be very unusual if two such similar devices were released by two different companies within the same time frame. It's the SD card support that has me confused, because in the earlier FC Mobile thread, Tofu mentioned specifically NOT including something like that, because retro game retailers would hate it (undercuts the market for used games if you can just download and play the ROMs) and not want to stock the product.
I admit, I dunno. Something a little bit strange is going on, but I don't think anyone is being deliberately deceitful.
ooXxXoo
06-20-2009, 11:07 PM
Only time will tell (about a month :D )
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Alright, at this point I don't longer believe much in "tofu"...He seem to be confused....First he claimed that Hyperkin,(where he supposedly works) had the only distribution rights for the new Sega clones, but Innex (Remember the great Retro Duo) have them instead......And these Atgames systems are definitely in their final stages because they should be out by July...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqCTyDhqf6Q&feature=player_embedded
Hopefully they have fixed all of the problems that the first Atgames Megadrive did (the system shell looks the same though)...And the downloading part is very promising, including the cartridge connector that supports Mega Drive games as well....Innex is stepping up!
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The decision by AtGames to include two companies came as a complete surprise to me at E3. As a matter of fact, it was more like a kick to the crotch.
As it stands, Hyperkin has two systems and so does Innex. Ours will be the console shaped like Sonic's head and the handheld with twenty built in games and cartridge slot. Theirs will be a handheld with twenty built in games but no cartridge slot, they also have this (http://www.mcvuk.com/news/33538/New-Sega-Megadrive-revealed)which is already available nearly everywhere else in the world.
In that youtube video, you should see no mention of this third system being officially licensed, that's because it's not. Although to many of you, that wouldn't really matter.
Tupin
06-21-2009, 01:49 AM
Oh. I swear I saw a cart slot on the Innex handheld. Does Hyperkin's have that Firebox thing?
Doesn't matter if it doesn't, a region switch is more important to me.
ooXxXoo
06-21-2009, 01:51 AM
Actually, Innex will have 3 Sega clones, the home console, the portable 6-button Genesis/Megadrive system with cartridge connector port and no built-in games and the portable that everyone knows by now with the 20 built-in but no cartridge connector...Is very clear on that video really.....So, if the innex sega clones are supposed to be realeased within next month according to the video, when are the Hiperkin sega clones are going to hit the market?....And are they going to include the dowloading feature as well?.....
Oh. I swear I saw a cart slot on the Innex handheld. Does Hyperkin's have that Firebox thing?
Doesn't matter if it doesn't, a region switch is more important to me.
I haven't actually bothered to see that entire video.
The Innex company is something I'd rather not even think about, you guys remember that Retro-Mini thing? They're the ones behind it.
My guess is that they're pushing up the date of their unofficial handheld portable to capture the market before ours arrives. I can provide no estimate as to when ours will be ready.
Oh, and I'm against the inclusion of a SD card slot. If AtGames really wants to provide one and persuades my bosses that it's a good idea then we might carry it.
ooXxXoo
06-21-2009, 02:06 AM
How about the downloading part?....Will the Hiperkin sega clones have it?....And, Innex is also behing the Retro Duo system (good clone, one of the first with quite good compatibility and s-video as well....Is not looking good for Hiperkin then, Having their systems ready to be realeased and with all of these features?...
Tupin
06-21-2009, 02:23 AM
Really, I'm not buying these systems for modern downloads. I'm buying it because it's an inexpensive version of a very hard to find system that actually has improvements on it. Anything else like downloads is just a small plus.
Innex's download thing? Apparently Sega-sponsored, somehow. The system doesn't have an SD card slot, they are coming out with a cart that does and can somehow have 64-bit games.
Doesn't the Sonic head Genesis have Firebox technology?
How about the downloading part?....Will the Hiperkin sega clones have it?....And, Innex is also behing the Retro Duo system (good clone, one of the first with quite good compatibility and s-video as well....Is not looking good for Hiperkin then, Having their systems ready to be realeased and with all of these features?...
Unless things change... again, we will not have any options for emulation. What sort of message would I be sending to my used games retail client base?
I know what the Retro Duo is.
Edit: AtGames did mention the Firebox Passport which is some sort of downloading thing but I don't even want to consider that until I'm done playtesting.
ooXxXoo
06-21-2009, 02:33 AM
Really, I'm not buying these systems for modern downloads. I'm buying it because it's an inexpensive version of a very hard to find system that actually has improvements on it. Anything else like downloads is just a small plus.
Innex's download thing? Apparently Sega-sponsored, somehow. The system doesn't have an SD card slot, they are coming out with a cart that does and can somehow have 64-bit games.
Doesn't the Sonic head Genesis have Firebox technology?
Well, aparently the Firebox is now definitely the Innex home console, and the RetroGen is the the Innex Portable (Nomad clone)....The D-pad looks very confortable on that RetroGen....
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Ed Oscuro
06-21-2009, 02:38 AM
I hope this hasn't already been answered - overseas compatibility? PAL I would imagine not, but what about JPN region Mega Drive?
ooXxXoo
06-21-2009, 02:43 AM
Unless things change... again, we will not have any options for emulation. What sort of message would I be sending to my used games retail client base?
A good message I'll say, something like: "This product is great, is going to sell well, you can play your old cartridges and still keep up with modern downloading technology"....
ooXxXoo
06-21-2009, 02:46 AM
I hope this hasn't already been answered - overseas compatibility? PAL I would imagine not, but what about JPN region Mega Drive?
The Innex dude on that video says that the cartridge systems will play both Genesis/Megadrive games....Hope is true...
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Ed Oscuro
06-21-2009, 02:49 AM
I'm talking about the officially licensed system, not that unlicensed Innex one...this is the handheld with a cart slot, right?
ooXxXoo
06-21-2009, 02:53 AM
I'm talking about the officially licensed system, not that unlicensed Innex one...this is the handheld with a cart slot, right?
The Innex Clone Sega systems are Sega Liscensed....And yes, the home console and the portable 6-button Retrogen system both have cartridge ports......
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Ed Oscuro
06-21-2009, 04:01 AM
Oh, alright then.
Akito01
06-21-2009, 11:14 AM
Right, so, according to the video and all the press information I've been able to find, the RetroGen is the unlicensed portable with the cartridge slot, while the licensed portable with the built in games doesn't have the cartridge slot (it looks much like the MegaDrive portable AT Games put out in the UK a year or so ago). The download aspect seems specifically tied to this Firebox thing, which I know little about.
Wow, I feel strangely conflicted with the whole thing. I mean, the FC Mobile II kicked amazing amounts of ass, and a lot of the reason for that was due to the incorporation of feedback from the fan community. On the other hand, the RetroDuo was an amazing clone, so I can't say anything bad about Innex either.
By going out the door first, this at least gives a chance to improve on any imperfections on that design and release a superior machine. Note that the RetroGen seems to have only a mono speaker and no Mode button (at least, I'm assuming that the button on the top left is the reset button rather than a mode button). As for the home console clones -the Sonic head design looks a lot cooler than the squat box Innex has cooking, so even if everything else is the same in terms of hardware, at least there's that.
Shit, I'm actually conflicted. I'm looking at the pre-order screen for the RetroGen at fifty bucks and wondering if I should pull the trigger. I mean, I can always afford to get the Digital Pocket when it comes out if it turns out to be a superior device (that's more or less what I did with the FC Mobile and FC Mobile II). Grrr, brand loyalty or play portable Genesis games in a month?
Sonicwolf
06-21-2009, 02:50 PM
Im still pretty confused about all this. What to do, what to think.
T2KFreeker
06-21-2009, 06:54 PM
Well, Tofu did show up here at my house this morning to allow me to play the Hyperkin system for a review I am doing on it for the Video Game Magazine I work for, which is Retro Video Gamer. I can tell you all this much without blowing my whole review. It has a very nice TFT screen that looks to be around three inches. The D-Pad and buttons are nice and it does have 20 games built in. Also, Japanese carts do fit the system quite nicely without having to force them in or pull your arms out of their sockets to get them out. The weight on the system is very light, which is also a plus. It has a rechargeable battery with a typical life span of ten hours before recharging and it has the ability to hook it up to the television. As a whole, I am impressed. I cannot speak for Innex because I have contacted them about doing a review of their systems and have heard nothing back. Personally, I was very happy to be able to play around with this unit and will be getting it on release, which is cool that I feel this way because I have never had any desire to get a Genesis clone, until now. It is a really nice system with some nice design work put into it. Hope that this clears some of the confusion up.
Sonicwolf
06-21-2009, 07:05 PM
I cant wait to get mine. It will be awesome.
MachineGex
06-22-2009, 12:44 AM
Thanks for the quick review,T2KFreeker. Like I said, if the system is half as nice as the FC mobile 2, I will be happy. It sounds like a winner.
Sonicwolf
06-22-2009, 03:17 AM
Now we need to find someone to make that rom playing Atari 2600 portable...
T2KFreeker
06-22-2009, 07:19 PM
Now we need to find someone to make that rom playing Atari 2600 portable...
Have fun with that. I'm happy with a 2600 portable that would play the actual carts, to be honest. That would rock. A Turbo Duo clone with the CD ROM would rock too because they are just too expensive as is.
T2KFreeker
06-23-2009, 07:31 PM
As a quick one, I finally heard back from Innex. They will be supplying me with sample systems as well. I look forward to reviewing them also. Hyperkins system is still awesome though.
samsonlonghair
07-08-2009, 03:36 PM
So did you ever get your hands on the Innex portable? Is it on par with the Hyperkin portable? Do they share the same features?
Leo_A
07-08-2009, 03:50 PM
They're from the same source though, aren't they? So they shouldn't be too different.
I was under the impression this one includes built in games, the Sega license, and a cartridge slot, and that their counterparts differ only slightly (1 with the license and built in games without a cartridge slot, and a second model without built in games and including a cartridge slot).
Or am I mistaken? The information being given on these isn't terribly clear.
samsonlonghair
07-08-2009, 04:12 PM
I've been following this since February, and with all the changes it's starting to get confusing. Having a cartridge port is definitely better than not having one. An SD card slot could either be awesome or totally useless depending on what you can do with it.
Sonicwolf
07-08-2009, 04:14 PM
If there is no cartridge port I refuse to purchase them.
T2KFreeker
07-08-2009, 08:12 PM
So did you ever get your hands on the Innex portable? Is it on par with the Hyperkin portable? Do they share the same features?
I have not gotten the Innex system yet. They should be sending out the samples towards the end of July. Good news for me as my Magazine deadline is July the 30th. Should arrive to me right under the wire. Just to get a few things out of the way to help out though:
Hyperkin Handheld Specs (Still Unnamed):
Direction Buttons
Six button arcade layout
Color TFT Screen
Rechargeable Battery Pack
USB Port
20 Built In Licensed Games
Great Compatibility
Innex system Specs (RetroGen)(As I know Them):
Direction Disc
Six Button Arcade Layout
Color LCD screen
Rechargeable Battery Pack
USB Port
No Built In Games
Unknown Compatibility as of yet
The other system you guys are talking about from Innex is the "Portable for Sega Genesis" which has the built in 20 games. From what I am understanding, it initially was supposed to have a cart slot for Genesis games, but they decided to drop it since they are building the RetroGen, which is the Innex Portable. I still have not gotten my hands on the Innex system so I can't say for sure what it has, but once I know, I'll let you all know a brief summery of it/ For my full review, you need to buy the magazine! :D
Hopefully I will get to screw around with the actual Genesis systems themselves that they are releasing as well, who knows. Either way, I am trying to stay as unbiased between companies as possible. Both companies seem to try and put out new Retro stuff, and I am happy with that.
Sonicwolf
07-08-2009, 09:16 PM
Im wondering if Virtua Racing will work on these things.
T2KFreeker
07-08-2009, 09:34 PM
Im wondering if Virtua Racing will work on these things.
It does not on the Hyperkin model, however, from what I have seen and heard from Tofu, he is trying very hard to have that be one of the 20 free games that come with the system. Not too sure how that is panning out at the moment though. As for the Innex system, I have no clue and wont know until I get my grubby little paws on one!
Sonicwolf
07-08-2009, 09:40 PM
I retract my question about Virtua Racing as I dont even like the game anyways. LOL
I retract my question about Virtua Racing as I dont even like the game anyways. LOL
I chatted with AtGames about Virtua Racer and they said auto makers would not extend licensing.
I always thought those little cars in Virtua Racer were generic?
todesengel
07-09-2009, 11:29 AM
Yeah that is odd that they said that about Virtua Racing, there are no officially licensed vehicles in that game.
samsonlonghair
07-09-2009, 11:58 AM
I chatted with AtGames about Virtua Racer and they said auto makers would not extend licensing.
That sounds like a BS excuse to me. Maybe there's a technical reason the hardware in the portable can't play virtua Racing. I know the cartridge contained the Sega Virtua Processor. Maybe you can't load the ROM unless you can emulate the SVP. The cars are definitely generic.
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/e/eb/Virtua_Racing.png
T2kFreeker, will you post a link to your retro video gamer magazine's website? I definitely want to read the upcoming issue.
T2KFreeker
07-09-2009, 08:34 PM
That sounds like a BS excuse to me. Maybe there's a technical reason the hardware in the portable can't play virtua Racing. I know the cartridge contained the Sega Virtua Processor. Maybe you can't load the ROM unless you can emulate the SVP. The cars are definitely generic.
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/e/eb/Virtua_Racing.png
T2kFreeker, will you post a link to your retro video gamer magazine's website? I definitely want to read the upcoming issue.
Not a problem at all sir. Here's a link.
http://www.classicvgm.com/
T2KFreeker
07-13-2009, 01:12 AM
I retract my question about Virtua Racing as I dont even like the game anyways. LOL
Hey now! What's so wrong with Virtua Racing? :D
samsonlonghair
07-13-2009, 08:25 PM
I just saw a video of one of the guys from videogamecentral interviewing Joey Ngoy, the president of Innex. What a tool. This guy can't name any retro games aside from Mario bros. despte the fact that Sonic 3 is playing on a screen behind him. He calls the genesis a 32 bit system several times. He actually says the genesis is "a 32 bit system in case you didn't know" What a dork. I'm definitely buying from Hyperkin.
Check it out for yourself. It's almost funny how little Joey Ngoy knows aout his own product.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqCTyDhqf6Q
gamesboro
08-01-2009, 02:09 PM
Well I'm proud to announce that we are now taking pre-orders for the new portable Genesis systems and the home consoles as well in our online store.
http://www.gamesboro.net
NayusDante
08-01-2009, 04:42 PM
Whoa, I'm seeing SEVERAL variants on that store, and I don't see what sets them apart. Could you explain the differences and advantages of each particular unit? Do all the handhelds have cart slots?
Sonicwolf
08-01-2009, 04:52 PM
I chatted with AtGames about Virtua Racer and they said auto makers would not extend licensing.
I always thought those little cars in Virtua Racer were generic?
They are generic There are no licensed vehicles in that game. Thats the lame way of admitting that they didnt make the hardware play the game.
StoneAgeGamer
08-01-2009, 09:55 PM
We now have pre-orders up at our store.
Before pre-ordering, please note that Classic Video Gamer will soon have a $5 OFF discount code for the GenMobile on their site and it will also be in a similar ad as below in their next issue. So you may want to wait and find out that code before ordering.
The code can only be used on the GenMobile or any bundle that includes the GenMobile. Please visit the store for more information.
For those too lazy to visit the store to see the built-in game list here it is:
Alien Storm
Altered Beast
Sonic Spinball
Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle
Arrow Flash
Kid Chameleon
Decap Attack
Crack Down
Columns III
Sonic & Knuckles
ESWAT: City Under Siege
Ecco the Dolphin
Gain Ground
Flicky
Golden Axe
Dr. Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine
Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master
Ecco Jr.
Jewel Masher
Shadow Dancer
Here's a sneak peak of the ad we will be running in CVG:
http://www.stoneagegamer.com/images/stoneagegamer_magad_genmobile_preorder_nodc.jpg
tubeway
08-01-2009, 10:20 PM
Sonic 2 Cartridge used in ad behind system:
"Not for Resale"
Sonicwolf
08-01-2009, 10:27 PM
Is the system really that small?
StoneAgeGamer
08-02-2009, 12:19 PM
Is the system really that small?
Not sure since I don't have one. I did not take these images of the system w/game. They were given to me by Hyperkin. I thought it seemed pretty small too compared to the cart.
Baloo
08-02-2009, 12:52 PM
How come the pack-in games with these things always suck? Their choosing is bizarre.
StoneAgeGamer
08-02-2009, 01:47 PM
Actually I think there's quite a few good ones. I was expecting worse. I just wish there was more variety.
samsonlonghair
08-02-2009, 03:03 PM
If that picture is accurate the screen is only two inches wide. I measured the size of the cart, and compared that to a real genesis cartridge. The tft screen would need a very high refresh rate for a good picture at such a small size.
swlovinist
08-02-2009, 03:19 PM
That portable looks great.
megasdkirby
08-02-2009, 07:52 PM
If it has good compatibility, I will definitely buy one.
I would love to play Splatterhouse 2 on it!
PSony
08-02-2009, 08:57 PM
That button layout does not look comfortable.
I wish they would make the case more Genesis-looking instead of copying the PSP.
Sonicwolf
08-02-2009, 09:06 PM
I really dont like the PlayStation style dpad look.
PSony
08-02-2009, 09:18 PM
Is this a prototype of that one or another 3rd party Nomad?
It's called the Retrogen...
http://www.videogamesblogger.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/sega-retrogen-handheld-system.jpg
MegaDrive20XX
08-02-2009, 09:19 PM
These are really interesting! I can't wait to see them in action :)
StoneAgeGamer
08-02-2009, 09:41 PM
Is this a prototype of that one or another 3rd party Nomad?
It's called the Retrogen...
RetroGen is made by Innex and does not come with any built-in games. However it will be cheaper than the GenMobile.
PSony
08-02-2009, 09:54 PM
So...
Innex Retrogen = cheaper, no built-in games, not licensed by Sega
Atgames GenMobile = more expensive, built-in games, licensed by Sega
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Do they both have the same screen size?
StoneAgeGamer
08-02-2009, 10:31 PM
So...
Innex Retrogen = cheaper, no built-in games, not licensed by Sega
Atgames GenMobile = more expensive, built-in games, licensed by Sega
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Do they both have the same screen size?
Yes the RetroGen is cheaper (price-wise) and is not officially licensed, nor does it come with any built-in games.
I would guess the screen size is the same, but I do not know for sure. They are probably made in the same factory. Which is pretty common for these types of clone systems.
Sonic 2 Cartridge used in ad behind system:
"Not for Resale"
We're not selling the Cartridge with it and nobody really cares about that "Not for Resale" thing anyways. When I had the picture taken I did not have my copy of Sonic 3 available.
Is the system really that small?
No, the system is slightly larger than what you're seeing. The picture in that ad was composed because all of our prototypes are actually a different color.
That button layout does not look comfortable.
I wish they would make the case more Genesis-looking instead of copying the PSP.
I didn't have a problem with the button layout but I agree with you on the case.
I really dont like the PlayStation style dpad look.
Neither do I. The d-pad is responsive enough but I'm having trouble doing dragon punches.
If that picture is accurate the screen is only two inches wide. I measured the size of the cart, and compared that to a real genesis cartridge. The tft screen would need a very high refresh rate for a good picture at such a small size.
I don't have a ruler on hand but all of our stat sheets say the screen is 2.4inches wide.
samsonlonghair
08-04-2009, 11:02 AM
Thanks for the reply Tofu. It's reassuring to hear that the system is actually larger than the picture we see. 2.4 inches is a much better screen size than just 2 inches.
I'd like to ask what you think about retrogen's lower price. Do you think that will hurt genmobile's sales? Are you confident that your machine is a higher quality?
Thanks for the reply Tofu. It's reassuring to hear that the system is actually larger than the picture we see. 2.4 inches is a much better screen size than just 2 inches.
I'd like to ask what you think about retrogen's lower price. Do you think that will hurt genmobile's sales? Are you confident that your machine is a higher quality?
I do my job without worrying about the competition.
Edit: By the way, retailers (the smart ones) have been asking about sound and screen quality so we're making a short preview video with a prototype. When that's available I'll have a link ready.
T2KFreeker
08-06-2009, 11:41 PM
Just FYI and a cheap plug, you can get $5.00 off of the Hyperkin system right now through Classic Video Gamer Magazine if you order the system through Stone Age Gamer. Check the link for details and make sure to check out the Classic VGM Issue #2 also!
http://www.classicvgm.com/
If it's any consolation here though, I was supposed to do a review of the Innex system for the second issue of Classic Video Gamer Magazine and the system wasn't ready. Last I heard it was supposed to be ready by August 5th then. Now Innex isn't answering their calls. Not sure what to tell you on this folks, but if things keep on like this, looks like Hyperkin will get theirs out the door first. I did a review of their system for issue #2 though. Great system.
ooXxXoo
08-06-2009, 11:55 PM
Man!, that Hyperkin Sega portable D-pad sucks!.....What the hell they were thinking?....I guess no Street Fighter controller full support, other games also use the full 8 d-pad directions as well...That's a huge mistake and a big No,no....
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T2KFreeker
08-07-2009, 12:47 AM
Man!, that Hyperkin Sega portable D-pad sucks!.....What the hell they were thinking?....I guess no Street Fighter controller full support, other games also use the full 8 d-pad directions as well...That's a huge mistake and a big No,no....
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Not entirely their fault. From what I have heard from Tofu, they tried to get that changed but AtGames wanted ti left that way. I am personally guessing that AtGames is hoping to attract those used to the PSP D Pad with it. Not sure that is the best idea under the sun, but the system is still solid. I personally didn't think it felt that bad due to resistance behind it, but yes, I would have felt better about it with a Genesis style D Pad also.
Leo_A
08-07-2009, 12:52 AM
Looks better than the design their competitor is utilizing for the d-pad.
I'd of preferred a traditional Nintendo style + d-pad over the Sony pattern.
The screen looks horrible zoomed in on that flyer of their handheld and console. It isn't because I'm zoomed in that's causing it, everything else is crystal sharp. I'd recommend people taking a close look before considering it since I know its making me reconsider.
http://www.webguyunlimited.com/classicvgmmagazine/stoneagegamer.jpg
T2KFreeker
08-07-2009, 01:45 AM
Looks better than the design their competitor is utilizing for the d-pad.
I'd of preferred a traditional Nintendo style + d-pad over the Sony pattern.
The screen looks horrible zoomed in on that flyer of their handheld and console. It isn't because I'm zoomed in that's causing it, everything else is crystal sharp. I'd recommend people taking a close look before considering it since I know its making me reconsider.
http://www.webguyunlimited.com/classicvgmmagazine/stoneagegamer.jpg
It's a bad photo. The TFT screen in this sucker is awesome. I am telling you it is crystal clear. Not sure why the screen looks like that in the picture, but it isn't what it looked like when it was in my hands. I got no motion blur and the brightness was awesome. The systems screen outshines even the clarity of the FC Mobile II, which while very good, you still get that blur from the LCD screen. The TFT technology is awesome and this system really shows it off. Just my two cents here, but the system rocks.