Yobo Famicom/NES Top Loader

[DeadlyDiskKun]

 

These systems get a bad reputation, but they are not like those clone systems you see floating around ebay.

 

These do not emulate NES or Famicom, they do in fact use original codings for NES and Famicom.

 

Since, the NES/Famicom systems of NINTENDO have no valid copyrights in China, Yobo company was allowed to exactly steal the system files, thats why they run Nintendo Controllers, of all kinds.

 

 

This system is a bit weak put together, but I solved this issue by permanently installing

 

 

A Game Genie

 

After, doing this simple installation the system is much stronger and the games are now easier to remove without worry of damaging the pin connector, and also you can now cheat on almost all NES/Famicom Games.

 

 

 

 

 

Features:

 

 

*Light up buttons to show when the system is running

 

*AV Output - No need to remove your cable line and reconnect this system

 

*NES controller slots / Famicom Converter slots - Very useful

 

*Reset button, doesn't turn system off, so the codes you entered into the Game Genie are not erased

 

*2 Turbo Controllers,

but I recommend using regular original Nintendo controllers, because they are easier to hold. I tested it with NES powerpad, NES Zapper, NES Taito Arkanoid Controller (Rare), NES Advantage, NES Power Gloves (Super Rare), NES Ordinary Controllers, and of course NES Quickshot Arcade Controller... and guess what all controllers worked perfect in the system.

 

*DC Input

 

*NES/Famicom Cartridge Capability, has a ( Edit- Button on that back ) that allows for switching back and forth through the systems

 

 

 

Do not purchase USA version, it does not include most of the above features; and I am guessing that most people base there thoughts of the Yobo on the USA Version which was put together cheaply to accommodate cheap Americans obviously.

Edited April 28, 2007 by DeadlyDiskKun

[ApolloBoy]

These systems get a bad reputation, but they are not like those clone systems you see floating around ebay.

 

No, they ARE.

[+FujiSkunk]

If you know of a Yobo that doesn't use the usual Famiclone CPU, I'd be very interested in acquiring it. I'm betting that's not the case, though.

 

I own the USA version, and except for the fact that it uses the same reverse-engineered CPU that all the other Famiclones do, it has all the features you listed (except one; see below), including the NES-compatible controller jacks.

 

Also, there is no need for a "mod that allows switching back and forth" between NES and Famicome cartridges on any Famiclone system. The system is perfectly capable of running both types of cartridges. All that is necessary is an adapter, not a mod, that allows the Famicom carts to connect to the NES slot.

[Scumdogg]

All the problems with Famiclone consoles can be solved by just purchasing an NES. You can even add in a new 72 pin connector and a Famicom converter before you come close to the price of what most places charge for these clone systems. I don't understand the appeal.

 

They seem to mostly be purchased by people who like to take shit apart (perfectly understandable), and gullible flea market types who are easily roped in by seeing Super Mario Bros. running on a ten inch screen in the corner.

Edited April 27, 2007 by Scumdogg

[JB]

These do not emulate NES or Famicom, they do in fact use original codings for NES and Famicom.

 

Since, the NES/Famicom systems of NINTENDO have no valid copyrights in China, Yobo company was allowed to exactly steal the system files, thats why they run Nintendo Controllers, of all kinds.

That would indeed be VERY useful... except that there is precisely 0 code inside the NES.

There are no system files to steal. There is, in fact, no copyright to be infringed in the cloning of NES hardware. Just patents, but those are expired anyways.

 

Features:

 

*Reset button, doesn't turn system off, so the codes you entered into the Game Genie are not erased

OH WOW! A RESET BUTTON!

Well, hot diggity, that sure has sold me on buying one!

[DeadlyDiskKun]

These do not emulate NES or Famicom, they do in fact use original codings for NES and Famicom.

 

Since, the NES/Famicom systems of NINTENDO have no valid copyrights in China, Yobo company was allowed to exactly steal the system files, thats why they run Nintendo Controllers, of all kinds.

That would indeed be VERY useful... except that there is precisely 0 code inside the NES.

There are no system files to steal. There is, in fact, no copyright to be infringed in the cloning of NES hardware. Just patents, but those are expired anyways.

 

Features:

 

*Reset button, doesn't turn system off, so the codes you entered into the Game Genie are not erased

OH WOW! A RESET BUTTON!

Well, hot diggity, that sure has sold me on buying one!

 

I do not speak english well, most of my sentences are converted from chinese to english using software.

Oh, and please do not troll my thread; its very rude.

[DeadlyDiskKun]

If you know of a Yobo that doesn't use the usual Famiclone CPU, I'd be very interested in acquiring it. I'm betting that's not the case, though.

 

I own the USA version, and except for the fact that it uses the same reverse-engineered CPU that all the other Famiclones do, it has all the features you listed (except one; see below), including the NES-compatible controller jacks.

 

Also, there is no need for a "mod that allows switching back and forth" between NES and Famicome cartridges on any Famiclone system. The system is perfectly capable of running both types of cartridges. All that is necessary is an adapter, not a mod, that allows the Famicom carts to connect to the NES slot.

 

I hope you are aware that the USA Version is not even made in China, it was scrap parted from Mexico with cheaper materials. I think you would like Yobo better if you purchased the original Chinese version.

[DeadlyDiskKun]

These systems get a bad reputation, but they are not like those clone systems you see floating around ebay.

 

No, they ARE.

 

Yes, the USA Versions are, but they are useless junk.

I highly recommend buying a original China edition over the cheaply put together USA Version.

[JB]

These do not emulate NES or Famicom, they do in fact use original codings for NES and Famicom.

 

Since, the NES/Famicom systems of NINTENDO have no valid copyrights in China, Yobo company was allowed to exactly steal the system files, thats why they run Nintendo Controllers, of all kinds.

That would indeed be VERY useful... except that there is precisely 0 code inside the NES.

There are no system files to steal. There is, in fact, no copyright to be infringed in the cloning of NES hardware. Just patents, but those are expired anyways.

 

Features:

 

*Reset button, doesn't turn system off, so the codes you entered into the Game Genie are not erased

OH WOW! A RESET BUTTON!

Well, hot diggity, that sure has sold me on buying one!

 

I do not speak english well, most of my sentences are converted from chinese to english using software.

Oh, and please do not troll my thread; its very rude.

Your point, regardless of translation issues, is fundamentally wrong. There are NO legal barriers to famiclones, and haven't been for ages.

 

 

And there's a difference between mockery and trolling.

When you tout the reset button as an amazing and astounding exclusive feature, you leave yourself wide open for mockery.

[DeadlyDiskKun]

These do not emulate NES or Famicom, they do in fact use original codings for NES and Famicom.

 

Since, the NES/Famicom systems of NINTENDO have no valid copyrights in China, Yobo company was allowed to exactly steal the system files, thats why they run Nintendo Controllers, of all kinds.

That would indeed be VERY useful... except that there is precisely 0 code inside the NES.

There are no system files to steal. There is, in fact, no copyright to be infringed in the cloning of NES hardware. Just patents, but those are expired anyways.

 

Features:

 

*Reset button, doesn't turn system off, so the codes you entered into the Game Genie are not erased

OH WOW! A RESET BUTTON!

Well, hot diggity, that sure has sold me on buying one!

 

I do not speak english well, most of my sentences are converted from chinese to english using software.

Oh, and please do not troll my thread; its very rude.

Your point, regardless of translation issues, is fundamentally wrong. There are NO legal barriers to famiclones, and haven't been for ages.

 

 

And there's a difference between mockery and trolling.

When you tout the reset button as an amazing and astounding exclusive feature, you leave yourself wide open for mockery.

Well, any feature is good in my opinion; does that mean you consider me to be unintelligible?

[GorillaSpawn]

If the Yobo is not an emulator but uses "real" hardware algorithms, then why are there compatibility issues? Why do some games not work?

[+FujiSkunk]

If you know of a Yobo that doesn't use the usual Famiclone CPU, I'd be very interested in acquiring it. I'm betting that's not the case, though.

 

I own the USA version, and except for the fact that it uses the same reverse-engineered CPU that all the other Famiclones do, it has all the features you listed (except one...), including the NES-compatible controller jacks.

 

I hope you are aware that the USA Version is not even made in China, it was scrap parted from Mexico with cheaper materials. I think you would like Yobo better if you purchased the original Chinese version.

 

I'm afraid somebody's lying, then, because my box says "MADE IN CHINA."

 

I like the Yobo just fine. I don't expect it to be any more compatible than any other Famiclone, but the NES game ports and the 72-pin cartridge slot are the reasons why I bought the system.

Edited April 28, 2007 by skunkworx

[Jagasian]

My dream is that somebody eventually makes a good new inexpensive clone of the NES. One that has perfect compatibility, audio, and video. But considering that many people seem to get suckered in to the same clone in new packaging... well... maybe my dream will never happen

[Epicenter]

As far as Famiclones go the Yobo/NeoFami isn't even well built. It looks nice, but it has WORSE audio (much worse) and lots of slowdown compared to the Famulator or many other clones. Where the Famulator is one nice, clean masked PCB the Yobo/NeoFami is a mess of patch wires and last minute hand soldering work, and hot glue everywhere.

Edited April 28, 2007 by Epicenter

[GorillaSpawn]

As far as Famiclones go the Yobo/NeoFami isn't even well built. It looks nice, but it has WORSE audio (much worse) and lots of slowdown compared to the Famulator or many other clones. Where the Famulator is one nice, clean masked PCB the Yobo/NeoFami is a mess of patch wires and last minute hand soldering work, and hot glue everywhere.

 

I have the FC Super Loader by Hyperkin, which looks alot like the Yobo, and works great. Uses the NES controllers too. They even make a zapper rip off and I can play duck hunt.

[twatkins]

My dream is that somebody eventually makes a good new inexpensive clone of the NES. One that has perfect compatibility, audio, and video. But considering that many people seem to get suckered in to the same clone in new packaging... well... maybe my dream will never happen

 

Heh it would be better if Nintendo would release a 25th anniversary top loader here in 2 years or so.

[Dr. Morbis]

My dream is that somebody eventually makes a good new inexpensive clone of the NES. One that has perfect compatibility, audio, and video. But considering that many people seem to get suckered in to the same clone in new packaging... well... maybe my dream will never happen

Well I've got some good news for you! Read on...

 

Fortunately, it has come to my attention that there are 50 Million-odd *real* NES's out there (give or take), with all of those issues already solved

 

See? Dreams really do come true!

 

 

 

(all in jest, of course)

[GorillaSpawn]

I beat Wizards & Warriors on my FC Twin last night.

[bomberpunk]

 

kicks yobo hiney.

[GorillaSpawn]

 

kicks yobo hiney.

 

 

I'd love to have one, but not at that price!

[DeadlyDiskKun]

 

kicks yobo hiney.

"The colors are a different shade than the official NES but the old games look pretty good. There are some occasional flickering artifacts but is a result of a low quality system."

 

"The sound chip is close but not even near exact. There is a humming noise on most games and in some games the sound effects can be terribly raspy at times." -8bitjoystick.com; review for the Generation NEX

 

 

 

 

"The Yobo NeoFami plays all of the Japanese Famicom carts, and comes with a converter which allow you to play all of the USA Nintendo carts. Overall, this is a good option to a USA top-loader, but not as good as a side-loader with a new pin connector."

 

"The colors on the NeoFami are not as bright as the NES; kind of dark in comparison but they are decent. The sounds from the NeoFami are nearly as sharp and crisp as a NES." -Gametz.com; review for the Yobo NeoFami

[DeadlyDiskKun]

I beat Wizards & Warriors on my FC Twin last night.

 

FC Twin is made with help from Yobo, two companies got together Yobo included and made this system but its more for the Super Nintendo more or less.

[Blur2040]

So, do you work for Yobo then? Is that why you're trying to convince us of their amazing quality?

[bomberpunk]

"The Yobo NeoFami plays all of the Japanese Famicom carts, and comes with a converter which allow you to play all of the USA Nintendo carts. Overall, this is a good option to a USA top-loader, but not as good as a side-loader with a new pin connector."

 

NEX does both without an adapter. NES loads from the front, Fami on top.

 

Authentic controller ports too.

Edited April 30, 2007 by bomberpunk

[Jagasian]

Hey guys, I've found a new clone on Ebay. It looks like the old school NES, but unlike other clones, it has perfect game compatibility, audio, and video! It also costs less than $30. Check it out!