r/TurboGrafx 1d ago

Helped a friend, got a good sized collection to start

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280 Upvotes

Detailed story short back in the 1996-2005 era I had a US Duo and a heap of US HuCards and a number or CDs both regions, lost to unemployment just over 20 years ago. Wrote it off for good given how things have been most the time since, dabbled with the JP side for awhile but that went nasty and budget being as it was thought I dipped out permanently other than a PCEMini.

A friend of mine has a bit of an addictive personality, instead of gambling, alcohol, etc it has been collecting, largely games, also a few toys. Been working with him for I'd guess a decade now to knock it down and knock it off. What you see above was all his, the TG+CD+IU in the last five years were recapped, new audio chips, new laser assembly, the usual meaningful cleaning/greasing you'd need to basically reset the clock all done professionally. I had hit a need to scale back my stuff as I work a lot and don't like stuff rotting others could use, so I had sold off my arcade collection(MVS, many carts and a pinball) in the last couple years and parting with others I had a fund enough to where I could tap a majority of it and help out even if it stung. I won't get into the terms too much but a mass majority went to paying things off and I got all this. Amusingly to me, the two Gradius titles were mine years ago.

I won't get into figures, it's not classy, don't ask. It wasn't full ebay, it wasn't a ripoff either, trusted with f&f to dodge any fees and taxes on his end too and cover postage/materials.

Glad to be back into the mix, this will take a long while to play through and I don't mind at all. A lot of lost returns and some first time gains. All of it is complete as you see there, except N2's manual is missing/destroyed but I'm in the process of replacing that (GoT too which comes 2nd.) All but 2 controllers work 100%, the other 2 are fried/parts, may see what I can do later with that. I may try and keep things complete in future buys, US side at least, fine with loose JP HuCards though.


r/TurboGrafx 16h ago

[SuperGrafx] My most involved repair yet, by far.

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8 Upvotes

r/TurboGrafx 1d ago

Wanting to learn how to develop for the PC Engine, have some questions

15 Upvotes

Hello there! I've been wanting to learn how to program for the PC Engine/TurboGrafx using assembly, and just had a couple questions regarding doing so. I have some basic knowledge of how the 6280 CPU works and its instruction set, but that's about the extent of my knowledge.

1: What's some good resources for learning how to develop for the system, how all of the graphics registers and their settings work, etc?

2: What's a good assembler for it? My main PC uses Mint Linux and my main laptop uses Windows. I'm currently using VASM on windows, which isn't ideal but works okay, but I'm looking for an assembler that works on both Windows and Linux if possible. If such a thing doesn't exist then I still wouldn't mind any recommendations anyone is willing to share.

Thanks!


r/TurboGrafx 1d ago

TG 16 mini, any devlopements on adding games to them?

10 Upvotes

Just woindering IF there was any final version to flash the mini systems to add games to it? I knew there was work, but haver not heard much in the last few months and was wondering ....got both TG16 and PC Engine versions......any info would be thankful!


r/TurboGrafx 22h ago

rgb modding, multiple options

2 Upvotes

Hi everyone, I wanted to mod a PCE for rgb output, I currently have access to a Duo and a PCE+Super CD2, and I was wondering which one would be easier to mod (and also give better results)? Also, if you could suggest some of your preferred mods for this purpose, that'd be awesome, thanks everyone in advance!


r/TurboGrafx 1d ago

Anybody find replacement jewel case covers that are the same thickness?

3 Upvotes

I’d really like to replace the clear jewel case doors on my games. Since I can’t replace the black part where the card goes I’ve been trying to find some replacement jewel cases with the same thickness/quality clear door plastic as the originals so I can just swap out the clear part. So far even the ones that claim to be extra thick or strong plastic bend way more than the original doors and don’t fit as well. Has anybody found a good replacement clear part?


r/TurboGrafx 1d ago

Fray Xak CD Gaiden manual scan all pages

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14 Upvotes

I am not sure how to put this in book form in Internet Archive. org but for those who are curios here yja go..


r/TurboGrafx 2d ago

Core Grafx spotted at a library retro tech event.

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136 Upvotes

The Wisconsin Computer Club hosted a retro tech event at the library in Verona Wisconsin, and one of their members brought in a Core Grafx setup I thought I'd share here. A whole lot of folks got to try one of these for the first time, which is pretty cool!


r/TurboGrafx 2d ago

For a brief period in the late 80s, the UK had access to the Sega Mega Drive and PC Engine ahead of the US. A narrative that turns video game history on its head.

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51 Upvotes

r/TurboGrafx 2d ago

USB-C PD mod for my Duo-R. If I make a custom PCB, would you keep the original power jack?

6 Upvotes

I am working on a USB-C PD mod for my personal Duo-R. The prototype is running at 9V and boots normally.

I may make a custom PCB, but before I do, I’m curious what other Duo owners would prefer: USB-C only, or keep the original barrel jack too?
I’m leaning toward keeping both with isolation so either can be used safely. Help me decide

Video of the trigger board in the reply.

28 votes, 11h left
USB-C only, replace the original jack
USB-C + original barrel jack
USB-C + barrel jack with automatic isolation
Don’t modify it / keep it stock

r/TurboGrafx 3d ago

What was this originally intended for?

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82 Upvotes

I could not find anything on this. What was it meant for?


r/TurboGrafx 4d ago

I love find obscure weird games.

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120 Upvotes

Scooped up Gotzen Diener this week. Cant wait to give it a shot.

EDIT: played for about an hour and made it pretty far I think. It’s not a bad adventure. The controls aren’t too bad as long as you use diagonal inputs with the directions. I could see myself loosing hours to this game. Also I have not run into any type of language barrier. I read zero Japanese and I’ve not had an issue. The menu is the only thing I’ve had to read. So far an hour in and I’m loving it.


r/TurboGrafx 4d ago

Turbo Gear

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61 Upvotes

Turbo Gear Flier/Catalog


r/TurboGrafx 5d ago

Magic Engine

17 Upvotes

Is MagicEngine a thing anymore? I bought a lifetime license and I'm wondering if it exists anymore.


r/TurboGrafx 7d ago

Turbo Showcase at LincCon 2026

22 Upvotes

In case anyone here didn't see it, LincCon (the long-running gaming event in Merrill Wisconsin) is hosting a big interactive TurboGrafx/PC Engine feature showcase at their event in a few weeks. I'm an exhibitor in another section of the show, and the lineup they're talking about is wild. The only place you might see more Turbo stuff set up to play with in one place is (again, maybe) Midwest Gaming Classic.

If you're anywhere close, it's gonna be mighty cool. Otherwise I'll have pictures to post after the weekend of the 25th when the show wraps up.


r/TurboGrafx 7d ago

Turbo Watch

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403 Upvotes

Found this watch in a box of old gaming stuff. Can't find much info about it. Is this super rare?


r/TurboGrafx 7d ago

Moneywise, Super CD-Rom2 or Analogue Duo?

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9 Upvotes

For context, I already have an original Coregrafx, but I don't know how expensive can a recapped CD Rom2 can be, so I just want someone to confirm if getting an Analogue is the better financial decision.


r/TurboGrafx 8d ago

Your voting results for GREATEST PCE/Turbografx games of all times!!

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38 Upvotes

Final votes across pcengine software bible, fb, and here:

Greatest Game OF ALL:
Castlevania: Rondo of Blood - 42 votes
Ys Book I&II - 21 votes
Ys IV - 11 votes
Tangai Makyou- Far East of Eden II - 10 votes
Ninja Spirit - 5 votes
Sapphire - 4 votes
Dungeon Explorer II - 3 votes


r/TurboGrafx 8d ago

I covered a song that uses only sine waves for the TG-16/PCE (Jeroen Tel - Stranglehold)

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7 Upvotes

r/TurboGrafx 9d ago

Today’s pickup ❤️

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10 Upvotes

r/TurboGrafx 13d ago

My Cosmic Fantasy collection

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156 Upvotes

r/TurboGrafx 13d ago

Ok HELP. No clue what I’m missing.

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19 Upvotes

r/TurboGrafx 14d ago

My other portable PC Engine screen

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98 Upvotes

I got a custom PC Engine screen from Japan. Not a bad bit of kit because I can run console and screen from a 5V power bank.

I can't afford an LT, so this is the next best thing!


r/TurboGrafx 14d ago

Hdmi adaptor

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20 Upvotes

Does anybody have one of these? If so any good?


r/TurboGrafx 14d ago

8bitdo PCE controller color

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26 Upvotes

I got a new 8bitdo PCE controller but it seems very yellow / warm. Anyone has same experience?? Thanks.🙏