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  4. Posted · Edited by dreamcastrip

    The Jaguar controllers are all I use for my Atari computers / game consoles. I build a cable so I can use them with any atari system except for the 5200. It is also the only Atari controller that doesn't cramp my hand. Also, take a good look at the original x-box controller. Look familiar? Mybe its just a coincidence but the shape looks a lot like the jaguar controller, and we all know of Microsoft's record of ripping off technology!

     

     

    Like everything they ever did and it is usually a really bad rip off at that.

    Victims include, Linux, CP/M, GEM, Jaguar controller and Im sure I could think of others.

    Microsoft ripped off Dreamcast's pad too with the Xbox 360 -

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  5. Posted

    My Mega-CD collection so far consists of,

     

    Arcade Collection (Revenge of Shinobi, Golden Axe, Super Monaco GP, Columns, Streets of Rage)

    Batman Returns

    Chuck Rock II: Son of Chuck

    Ecco the Dolphin

    Final Fight

    Ground Zero Texas

    Mickey Mania

    Mortal Kombat

    NHL Hockey '94

    Road Avenger

    Robo Aleste

    Sensible Soccer

    Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective

    Silpheed

    Snatcher

    Sol Feace and Cobra Command

    Sonic CD

    Soulstar

    The Terminator

    Thunderhawk

    Wonder Dog

     

    Of those I'd say my favourites are Snatcher, Sensible Soccer, Silpheed and Sonic CD.

  6. Posted

    It sucks that here in the UK whenever a PAL 32X is on ebay they always seem to go for at least approximately £50 / US$100 which isn't a price I'd be prepared to pay for a system of such limited merit. Yes it has a handful of quality titles, e.g. Star Wars Arcade, Virtua Racing, Virtua Fighter and the PAL-only Darxide, but I just don't consider its worth that kind of money.

  7. Posted

    I got my first Pro Controller yesterday and rate it highly, not that a standard controller is bad. On the subject of PS3's controller, I own a Dual Shock 3 which I find to be excellent apart from the L2 & R2 analogue shoulder buttons which are too small or need a lip/ridge to stop fingers slipping off.

  8. Posted

    Also, I've always been curious to one day own an AES. I looked into it in detail about six months ago and was very tempted. However, the reason I didn't take the plunge was because I know what I'd be like in terms of having to buy the better titles and given how insanely expensive some of those are I thought it wise to save the money!

  9. Posted

    Being an owner of Dreamcast, Saturn, Mega Drive, Mega-CD, Nomad and Game Gear (with Master Gear converter) I find it hard resisting buying a 32X more for the sake of being completist rather than wanting it based on merit.

     

    I bought my 32x pretty much just so I could show off a full Genesis setup, plugged in three times ;)

    I'm kinda curious to play 32x's Star Wars title and, up until seeing it on YouTube, the PAL-only release Darxide. I think I'll pass on 32X unless I have the opportunity to pick one up cheaply.

  15. Posted

    So far I have,

     

    No More Heroes

    Ghost Squad

    Super Mario Galaxy

    NiGHTS Journey of Dreams

    Resident Evil 4 Wii edition

    Super Paper Mario

    Super Monkey Ball Banana Blitz

    Wii Sports

    Mario Strikers Charged Football

    Red Steel

    Metal Slug Anthology

    Excite Truck

    The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess

    Warioware: Smooth Moves

    Sonic and the Secret Rings

     

     

    Virtual Console games,

     

    Super Mario Bros.

    Sin and Punishment

    F-Zero X

    Super Star Soldier (I think that's the name!)

     

    :cool:

  18. Posted

    I'm going to have to bite the bullet and throw down the $45 for it.

     

    It's definately worth it. Just don't run into the opposing ship in two player mode or you crash the game. Lots of fun till that happens. ;)

     

    Woah, this games available for $45? Where? I want a copy darnit! :D

     

    I bought SW2K off ebay yesterday for $40! :)

  19. Posted

    My new Lynx 1 came as standard with a power adaptor, Comlynx cable & California Games. (Purchased in the UK, on release)

     

    My new Lynx 2 came with a power adaptor but no game or Comlynx cable. Although later Lynx 2's came with a game included, e.g. the Batman pack.

  22. Posted

    If I own the original game cartridge, e.g. California Games, would it then be legal to download the ROM in order to save it on the flashcart? I only ask because it would save having to carry around all my Lynx game carts (nearly 50) when on the move. I remember having read somewhere that it supposedly OK to own a "back-up" as long as you own the original game. Could someone please clarrify this?

     

    Every nation has its own laws. From an ethical point of view I see nothing wrong in playing a game you have paid for. In my opinion you are also allowed to do it according to the laws in Finland.

     

    The gray area is copying stuff where you need to crack the encryption. Handy is a good example. It you download the 512 byte ROM from the Lynx and run it on a PC then you are breaking the laws in the EU. Running the same game from a flash cart does not need to copy the encryption and is therefore legal in the EU.

     

    But I am not a lawyer, nor do I play one on TV ;) So don't rely on my legal advice.

     

    --

    Karri

     

    Many thanks for the info.

     

    As I live within the EU I'll try to find out a few more specifics but your advice seems quite logical in relation to what I've heard elsewhere.

     

    It would most certainly seem very unfair indeed if downloading a game to flashcart that you already own the original cartridge for was not legally permitted.

     

    As you say, its not as if a flashcart would need to emulate the Lynx hardware in any way.

     

    Cheers. :)

  23. Posted

    I have a lynx, and if a flashcart shows up, I am pretty certain that it will give the scene a boost.

     

    Also, being a handheld with limited capabilities, it means that it is fairly easy to get going with developing software for it, it is actually possible for a single guy to make something in a reasonable amount of time, and with a simple distribution method, I think we will see a lot more productions for it.

     

    All in all, a flashcart will benefit the community more than it will hurt it.

     

    I agree - it sounds encouraging to hear from other coders that the proposed flashcart will encourage development of new games.

     

    I guess the only thing I'd add concerning any potential negatives of a flashcart would be that it would be interesting to hear from any coders out there who do have any concerns as the only opinions expressed so far have been positive. I don't say this to troll - honestly! I simply think that in the interests of having a balanced debate on this issue it would be interesting to hear any contrary opinions. Then people can make their own mind up whether to purchase the flashcart or not.

     

    I guess my current view, which has changed greatly over the past couple of days, is that I'd definitely be interested in buying one to play legally distributed homebrew.

     

    If I own the original game cartridge, e.g. California Games, would it then be legal to download the ROM in order to save it on the flashcart? I only ask because it would save having to carry around all my Lynx game carts (nearly 50) when on the move. I remember having read somewhere that it supposedly OK to own a "back-up" as long as you own the original game. Could someone please clarrify this?

  24. Posted

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    Looks excellent! I'll buy one.

     

    -> Dreamcastrip, please crawl back under the stone you came from. "let the innocent one cast the first stone..." or how does the saying go now...

     

    If you actually took the trouble to READ my most recent post then you would perhaps understand the irrational nature of your above quoted response.

     

    If anonymous name calling of this nature helps you reassert some form of self-worth then that's your call...

  25. Posted

    dreamcastrip

     

    Dreamcast Rip?

     

    As in, stealing Dreamcast games?

     

    Interesting.

     

    No! Its supposed to mean "Dreamcast RIP", not "Dreamcast rip"!

     

    OK, to summarise my rant from several hours ago it has been a genuine delight to read of all the current developers who will be more than happy to see their output openly available to download and play on the proposed Lynx flashcart.

     

    I guess having got in from a Friday night out on the beer last night perhaps led to the tone of some of my posts being a little over zealous and I apologise sincerely for that. This is especially in light of the apparent fact that developers could release games which would be unplayable on a flashcart if they so decided.

     

    I guess I'm still a little unconfortable with the idea of any issues of legality but if the flashcart does in actual fact lead to reinvigorating the Lynx scene in any way then perhaps its a price worth paying.

     

    Regarding the various insults to the Jag scene that were posted by others . Well, perhaps my views on piracy are influenced somewhat by elements of the Jag scene as I know for certain that some coders would be less than happy is such a device ever becomes available on the Jag.

     

    The thought of buying a Lynx flashcart to play legally distributed homebrew is something that may interest me as I've never been keen on the idea of playing stuff on emulators due to it not "feeling" the same as the real thing.

     

    If I achieved one thing with the rant I guess it was getting a clear picture of how keen some coders/developers are to release their works to be played via the flashcart. Reading the details of some of these posts proved to be very encouraging for all members of the Lynx community.

     

    Finally, just for the record, I am indeed a passionate Lynx owner who owns two Lynx IIs and nearly 50 boxed games including Alpine Games, Remnant, Lemmings, Lynx Reloadad and the Alien vs Predator demo cart.

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