Danny Dudekisser
I paid good money for this Dynex!
But I just made this thread 
There, there, buddy.
There, there, buddy.
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Arcade Game/PCB Collecting: A Thread for Gamers With More Money Than Sense
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NormalFish
Banned
My local arcades are pretty bunk, unfortunately. bunch of western junk and half-working machines. There is a nice SNK cab, though, with multiple games.
I'll stick to my console ports for collecting, though, PCBs are too fucking expensive.
I'll stick to my console ports for collecting, though, PCBs are too fucking expensive.
notworksafe
Member
Nice thread. I've got a bit of a collection myself and can agree with the "more money than sense" bits totally. At the moment I've only got a Tekken Tag, MVS, and a Naomi cab working but I've picked up a couple CPS2 carts and considering how to play them.
I don't really have room for another cabinet so it'll have to be a smaller setup. It's either going to be:
undamned's UD-CPS2 kit whenever they are ready to buy. He's supposedly to be demoing it at EVO and then opening up orders after that so I'm excited for that.
Or I'll just get a Windy Supergun. Been looking around for a while and for the price this seems to be the best one out there, and it's only $300.
I don't really have room for another cabinet so it'll have to be a smaller setup. It's either going to be:
undamned's UD-CPS2 kit whenever they are ready to buy. He's supposedly to be demoing it at EVO and then opening up orders after that so I'm excited for that.
Or I'll just get a Windy Supergun. Been looking around for a while and for the price this seems to be the best one out there, and it's only $300.
Nice thread!
I currently have a Capcom Impress running Third Strike, and also have a few CPS2 games I can throw in there.
I used to be way into the arcade pcb scene especially CPS2/3/MVS, but unfortunately as time passed I haven't been able to keep up with it. Did anyone ever figure out a way around the battery issue on CPS3 similar to what was done on CPS2?
And damn, I totally forgot about Osman!
I currently have a Capcom Impress running Third Strike, and also have a few CPS2 games I can throw in there.
I used to be way into the arcade pcb scene especially CPS2/3/MVS, but unfortunately as time passed I haven't been able to keep up with it. Did anyone ever figure out a way around the battery issue on CPS3 similar to what was done on CPS2?
And damn, I totally forgot about Osman!
Secret Character
Member
No Naomi mention?
Also, J. J. Squwakers is legit. Glad I'm not the only person who knows about that game.
I'd like to throw my two cents in on the CPS-2 topic: Phoenix ROMs and Anti-Suicide boards. These both exist because Capcom decided to put the encryption key for the boards tied to a battery that, for most boards by now, has died. Prior to the creation of the Phoenix ROMs and other newer technology, old boards would simply be discarded by operators or sent back to Capcom to be replaced. Should you encounter a really cheap CPS-2 board that is "dead" I'd recommend the following:
- Look inside the B-Board to see if there is any battery acid corrosion on the main board. If there is, don't even bother trying to mess with it.
- Check to see if any other damage has been done to the board or any part of the JAMMA connector.
- Look online to see how to "de-suicide" your board. There are a number of ways, including a newer way that actually takes it back to factory (and still require a battery.)
Something to note about Phoenix ROMs: There are people who claim that they make the game run slower, but there has only been proof of CPS-2 A boards running at less than sufficient voltage to cause this. There are a number of tools out there to help you troubleshoot your Capcom boards and you'll be back to running in no time.
Yes. There are now CPS-3 fixes similar to what has been done with CPS-2. Darksoft re-engineered the ROMs to work without the security cart. Unless you have a 3rd Strike setup, though, good luck finding the RAM for it.
Also, J. J. Squwakers is legit. Glad I'm not the only person who knows about that game.
I'd like to throw my two cents in on the CPS-2 topic: Phoenix ROMs and Anti-Suicide boards. These both exist because Capcom decided to put the encryption key for the boards tied to a battery that, for most boards by now, has died. Prior to the creation of the Phoenix ROMs and other newer technology, old boards would simply be discarded by operators or sent back to Capcom to be replaced. Should you encounter a really cheap CPS-2 board that is "dead" I'd recommend the following:
- Look inside the B-Board to see if there is any battery acid corrosion on the main board. If there is, don't even bother trying to mess with it.
- Check to see if any other damage has been done to the board or any part of the JAMMA connector.
- Look online to see how to "de-suicide" your board. There are a number of ways, including a newer way that actually takes it back to factory (and still require a battery.)
Something to note about Phoenix ROMs: There are people who claim that they make the game run slower, but there has only been proof of CPS-2 A boards running at less than sufficient voltage to cause this. There are a number of tools out there to help you troubleshoot your Capcom boards and you'll be back to running in no time.
Yes. There are now CPS-3 fixes similar to what has been done with CPS-2. Darksoft re-engineered the ROMs to work without the security cart. Unless you have a 3rd Strike setup, though, good luck finding the RAM for it.
Danny Dudekisser
I paid good money for this Dynex!
Heh, I actually had it in there, but had to take it out, since I was hitting the max. character limit for a post. There's not THAT much on there that wasn't ported to the Dreamcast, though. The most notable thing, for me, at least, was Virtua Fighter 4 on the Naomi 2... but yeah.
gate stormer
Member
I regret recently not buying a ninja gaiden jamma board for $60.
Interestingly enough its a beat em up and plays nothing like the nes games.
Interestingly enough its a beat em up and plays nothing like the nes games.
SmiteOfHand
Member
Never subbed a thread so hard before. Good stuff, Chacranajxy
StarCreator
Member
Or be like me and buy an Egret II lol
patrickthehedgehog
Member
There was once a point in my life where I had the following:
Sega Blast City
Jaleco Pony Mk. IV
"Big Red" American Neo Geo 2 slot
CPS II
DarkStalkers
Vampire Savior
SF II
Marvel Vs Capcom
Atomiswave
KOF Neowave
Naomi
Capcom Vs SNK
Hyper Neo Geo 64
Buriki One
Samurai Spirits 2
Fatal Fury
1001 Mile Rally (love this game, wish I still had it)
Violent Storm
I also have about 25 MVS carts which I still have for my Omega. I've got a spare MSV 1 slot just in case I run into a candy cab one day (not likely)
I felt bad holding onto all those fighting games without many people to play them with. I also had to pay skyrocketing Seattle rent! *single tear falls*
Sega Blast City
Jaleco Pony Mk. IV
"Big Red" American Neo Geo 2 slot
CPS II
DarkStalkers
Vampire Savior
SF II
Marvel Vs Capcom
Atomiswave
KOF Neowave
Naomi
Capcom Vs SNK
Hyper Neo Geo 64
Buriki One
Samurai Spirits 2
Fatal Fury
1001 Mile Rally (love this game, wish I still had it)
Violent Storm
I also have about 25 MVS carts which I still have for my Omega. I've got a spare MSV 1 slot just in case I run into a candy cab one day (not likely)
I felt bad holding onto all those fighting games without many people to play them with. I also had to pay skyrocketing Seattle rent! *single tear falls*
Secret Character
Member
Yes, and it had the craziest "Continue" screen of any arcade game released at the time.
shaowebb
Member
I'd love to own a viewlix someday. Such a sexy cabinet. For now I'm deep into two custom builds for bartop systems. Thinking hard about doin one with an 80s synthwave art look since it's a retrocade. I'm currently debating buying led tape and led tmolding to slide it onto the cabinet for the trim. This way i can have it neon lightup to the audio and music with a controller hooked to the audio jack and leds.
The other I'm at a loss for. It's mainly for fighting games.
The other I'm at a loss for. It's mainly for fighting games.
theSlacker
Member
Subbed.
What PCB is that first one in the OP Chacranajxy? Looks like Esprade to me, but maybe not?
Danny Dudekisser
I paid good money for this Dynex!
I'm pretty sure it's ESPrade.
socksfelloff
Member
Can I join the discussion if im just a dirty MAME player?
Danny Dudekisser
I paid good money for this Dynex!
socksfelloff
Member
Up yours you Neo-Geo fan!
I'm addicted to the orignial Donkey Kong at the moment. Everything about it is perfect. The levels, the sound, even the graphics. It's hard to belive I'm just discovering it now!
KojiKnight
Member
How do you make that title and not do the "cents" pun! Think of all the quarters!
sixteen-bit
Member
cool thread, subbed.
thelatestmodel
Junior, please.
I've been thinking about getting into this side of things recently - subscribed!
Pics please.
Marty Chinn
Member
Is there good VF2 and VF3 emulation? I've got both boards too =)
gate stormer
Member
This is a great youtube channel I recently discovered. LOTS of videos on information, repairs, and adventures in arcade games.
https://www.youtube.com/user/blkdog7
https://www.youtube.com/user/blkdog7
SinCityAssassin
Member
Came in here to see if you mention Cadillacs and Dinosaurs. And goddamn it man you done did.
You're a good man.
You're a good man.
Danny Dudekisser
I paid good money for this Dynex!
As far as I'm concerned, it's the best beat-em-up of all time, with The Punisher in second. Nothing comes close to those two -- even Capcom's great CPS-2 stuff.
thelatestmodel
Junior, please.
Isn't the 360 port of VF2 fairly good?
StarCreator
Member
I can't link it since it was posted in a private group, but the owner of Tokyo Attack was setting up a group order for Chinese Vewlix clones for an amazing price - IIRC, around $1,000 shipped to Ohio. You might want to message their Facebook page if you're interested.
You could say im addicted.................
Here is a playlist of a ton of videos ive done on my machines. I collect mostly only early to late 90's games.
Arcade Candy Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWGCL9MQTnZXkKPuVDOJhfkbsav47uOIr
Here is a playlist of a ton of videos ive done on my machines. I collect mostly only early to late 90's games.
Arcade Candy Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWGCL9MQTnZXkKPuVDOJhfkbsav47uOIr
wondermega
Member
Great thread and fun/informative reading. Would love to find an *accessible* podcast where they regularly wax nerdy about such things...
I think the Nebula emulator does a pretty good job of VF2. Almost certain the Xbox 360 (PS3 as well?) VF2s are good too.
VF3 is.....okay. Supermodel plays it, but not great.
That being said, it took about a year for me to get VF3 running. VF2 can go straight to JAMMA medium res with a harness and if you get lucky with your PSU. VF3 on the other hand requires two power inputs. My buddy Airthrow built this fucking sick PSU / voltage regulator specifically made for VF3 that runs it beautifully, but holy shit what a pain in the ass.
All of the Lockheed-Martin designed Sega stuff are wiring nightmares. "Non-standard" doesn't begin to describe it.
Marty Chinn
Member
I guess I got lucky in the fact that my VF2 worked just fine in my cabinet, and when I got my VF3 board, it had everything it needed ready to go to plug into any JAMMA cabinet so I didn't have to really worry about the logistics. My Capcom Impress cabinet was perfect for it so I'm glad I own both, although I haven't plugged either in for awhile just cuz they're friggin huge and I'm lazy.
bodeiseifer
Member
I used to collect pcbs back in the late 90s
I had:
R type
R type 2
Thundercross
Thruxton
Raiden 2
Double dragon 2
Final fight
Shinobi
Golden axe
Midnight resistance
Sly spy
There was always something special about owning the actual pcb esp back in the 90s
I had a dream about buying cabinets for each pcb but with crts becoming less and available, and most likely dissappearing in the near future entirely I sold my collection, got about a grand for it though
I had:
R type
R type 2
Thundercross
Thruxton
Raiden 2
Double dragon 2
Final fight
Shinobi
Golden axe
Midnight resistance
Sly spy
There was always something special about owning the actual pcb esp back in the 90s
I had a dream about buying cabinets for each pcb but with crts becoming less and available, and most likely dissappearing in the near future entirely I sold my collection, got about a grand for it though
kqedequalsvolvo
Member
Great thread, subbbbbbed.
Shadoron
Member
There's probably a few options available, but I can recommend Mitsurugi-w from over at arcade-projects.com. He's the guy doing the bios updates for the Darksoft CPS3 multi carts. Definitely knows what he's doing. I'm about to send in a dead NG cart to be multi'd, and he can do battery swaps as well.
On a related note, Darksoft has both 128mb and 64mb SIMMs in stock, for CPS3 systems. If anyone needs them to fill out their CPS3 PCBs.
Ban Puncher
Member
I was looking for a new money pit.
SmiteOfHand
Member
Not a podcast but we have a GAF Arcade Discord. Anyone who wants to chew the fat on any and all things Arcade are welcome to join.
Invite Link
notworksafe
Member
Some quick pics of my setup. Taken with an older phone so they are a bit dated. And yes, I have since fixed the bowing in the screen of the Naomi. Well, I had someone else fix it cause I'm too scared to futz with the monitor lol.
