NES/Famicom Starting Guide

[Frankie_Says_Relax]

I didn't state that I recommended blowing on cartridges, just pointed out why it so often works. I've updated the paragraph with information regarding treatments for the problem, including a link to a tutorial I wrote last fall. Should be good now.

As for the FC Mobile II, I've never owned one. I own all the systems mentioned (except for the Titler) and extensively play tested each before presenting the pros/cons list. Without any experience with the FC Mobile 2, I don't feel I can speak to the pros/cons of the device. Having never seen one in person, I don't have a sense of its weight, the quality of the screen, battery life, comfort, game comparability, if its an NOAC Famiclone or even if it's 72 or 60 pin. I think this info would be vital in deciding if one should spend the money on the device or if you'd be better off with another Famiclone.

This is also why I haven't listed the C1, PlayChoice 10 or VS cabinets no experience with them and I don't own them.

On the other hand, if you'd like to write a entry for the FC Mobile 2 in the data/overview/pros/cons format I used, I'll add it in and credit you as you wish. The more info the better.

Ah. Gotcha.

It wasn't clear that you were writing based on ownership/hands-on experience of each console/portable.

Here's my pro/con list on the FC Mobile II feel free to use them:

Pros:

Includes AC Adapter
Runs on AA Batteries, about 3-4 hour battery life
Proper B,A button configuration
Turbo buttons
A/V out
High Quality LCD screen with no noticable motion blur
Includes 2 external controllers and a wireless light gun

Cons:

Not compatible with Castlevania III and some other NES titles (standard Famiclone compatibility issues)
Included controllers are infrared and can be blocked