Cheaper famicom versions a better alternative to getting certain expensive nes games?
You get games like Ducktales 2, Zombie Nation and countless others for cheap compared to the NTSC versions, for those into collecting. Would you consider getting the cheaper famicom versions of expensive $200+ games at this point?
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it's not really collecting if you buy something that isn't what you're collecting.
Yeah. They're a good substitute if all you're interested in is playing the games, but not for collecting purposes.
it's not really collecting if you buy something that isn't what you're collecting.
Might as well say to consider collecting Famicom games, at least the exclusive gems, and the significantly cheaper japanese versions of certain ntsc/pal games. It's somewhat tempting.
If you only collect NTSC stuff, but you're looking to buy a couple FC versions of NTSC games because they're cheaper, I'd recommend just putting that money towards the NTSC carts, a flash cart, or just emulate them. My feeling is that if you're buying FC games as a placeholder, you're going to replace it.
You get games like Ducktales 2, Zombie Nation and countless others for cheap compared to the NTSC versions, for those into collecting. Would you consider getting the cheaper famicom versions of expensive $200+ games at this point?
It depends on your perspective.
If you want to just play, flashcards are eventually a cheaper alternative (if the price of those Famicom carts collectively exceed $100.)
If you're collecting Famicom or Fami/NES, it makes sense, especially if you're more into the Famicom side. If you're just collecting NES but can't afford or don't want to pay high prices, it's really no different than collecting repros of expensive games, other than they're made by real companies.
I personally collect certain NES carts (not going for full set, though) and certain Famicom that were not sold in the US (mostly shooters and games that don't require translating) or have significant differences.
For Zombie Nation, the Famicom version Abarenbō Tengu does use a different sprite, so for that reason it might be worth considering on its own. Some other games like Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde had different levels, Akumajō Densetsu (Castlevania III) has expanded audio, etc.
You get games like Ducktales 2, Zombie Nation and countless others for cheap compared to the NTSC versions, for those into collecting. Would you consider getting the cheaper famicom versions of expensive $200+ games at this point?
It depends on your perspective.
If you want to just play, flashcards are eventually a cheaper alternative (if the price of those Famicom carts collectively exceed $100.)
If you're collecting Famicom or Fami/NES, it makes sense, especially if you're more into the Famicom side. If you're just collecting NES but can't afford or don't want to pay high prices, it's really no different than collecting repros of expensive games, other than they're made by real companies.
I personally collect certain NES carts (not going for full set, though) and certain Famicom that were not sold in the US (mostly shooters and games that don't require translating) or have significant differences.
For Zombie Nation, the Famicom version Abarenbō Tengu does use a different sprite, so for that reason it might be worth considering on its own. Some other games like Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde had different levels, Akumajō Densetsu (Castlevania III) has expanded audio, etc.
Emulation is a different topic. In terms of collecting, I'd rather own an officially released version of a game for a system than never own a game at all because I can't afford it or don't think it is worth it. We are coming to the point where really nothing justifies spending $300-$400 on certain games that aren't all that special to many of us. In this case officially released games that can purchased for less than even $100 instead of $300/$400 something seem worth it.
Famicom has a lot to offer to nes collectors, I think having your own small collection is neat, it compliments NTSC/PAL collections and is a reasonable alternative for certain games at this stage.
Prices for many NTSC games may only get higher and become literally unreasonable in the near future.
In terms of collecting, I'd rather own an officially released version of a game for a system than never own a game at all because I can't afford it or don't think it is worth it. We are coming to the point where really nothing justifies spending $300-$400 on certain games that aren't all that special to many of us. In this case officially released games that can purchased for less than even $100 instead of $300/$400 something seem worth it.
Again, it depends on your perspective. Some only want NES, and the Famicom versions aren't in that equation, even if they are the same game.
Although Famicom carts are pretty nice as well, but thats just another thing to spend money on
I have no need for famicom carts
The only reason you should buy a 25 year old cartridge is to put it on a shelf and stare at it.
Dont forget you can play them too!
U.S. version, Japanese version, Virtual Console... not important to me, as long as I can enjoy the game. The Famicom carts I have for Kirby's Adventure and Balloon Fight are just for fun (and to play the Iwata mod in the case of Balloon Fight).
The only times I break my rule is when it comes to the titles that are Pirates to begin with such as Pokemon Yellow, and strictly American Properties such as Ducktales 2, Jetsons, and Bucky O'Hare as I feel the experience would differ; ironically enough, Dinosaur Peak is NTSC/PAL only. lol
The only reason you should buy a 25 year old cartridge is to put it on a shelf and stare at it.
Dont forget you can play them too!
Well even if you strongly believe collecting is purely for collecting and nothing else, it would still seem like a better deal to own the famicom versions.
A couple of nes rares that aren't too high could get you a small famicom collection with all essentials and gems.
The Famicom cartridges do look quite fun to collect seeing as how they come in many different colors and often have different artstyles/logos than the US versions.
Funny, this is the reason i dislike them so much. They look so different then the north american games they stick out like a sore thumb, and the gaudy colors make them look like cheap unlicensed crap, not official games.
Originally posted by: leatherrebel5150
Funny, this is the reason i dislike them so much. They look so different then the north american games they stick out like a sore thumb, and the gaudy colors make them look like cheap unlicensed crap, not official games.
Unlicensed crap? You know nothing. All official Famicom games have the copyrighted Family Computer text logo on them. Pirate games NEVER have it (or at least they shouldn't). It's the Japanese equivalent of the USA Nintendo Seal of Quality.
(the Japanese text under Family Computer)
Funny, this is the reason i dislike them so much. They look so different then the north american games they stick out like a sore thumb, and the gaudy colors make them look ****like**** cheap unlicensed crap, not official games.
Unlicensed crap? You know nothing. All official Famicom games have the copyrighted Family Computer text logo on them. Pirate games NEVER have it (or at least they shouldn't). It's the Japanese equivalent of the USA Nintendo Seal of Quality.
(the Japanese text under Family Computer)
He didn't say they ARE unlicensed pirated games.
If you're in it for just playing them then yes it's a better way, but if you're an actual collector...eh no. I would consider it "cheating" if I went and bought Famicom versions of the over priced NES games...the only Famicom games I'll buy will be exclusives that never made it over here...and that require 0 Japanese language knowledge lol.
Well, I don't see how saving $300 for game like Zombie Nation for example which was originally a Japanese game is really cheating. Why not get a loose Zombie Nation for the famicom along with a kick ass Famicom collection with that cash. I find it hard to ignore games like Gradius II, Holy Diver, Adventure Island 4 and the Goonies for example. To me, as long as you aren't substituting random classics I don't see how that would be cheating or taking away from anything.
Originally posted by: ToxieRules
He didn't say they ARE unlicensed pirated games.
Yes... I realize that. I'm trying to explain to him that there IS consistency to authentic Famicom games. Only officially licensed games could have that Family Computer logo on them.