Gooday Gaming Guests - The Newer SEGA Systems

Episode Date: December 1, 2024

So Many Fun Ones over those years

All right, so it's Sunday, first day of December. So the next thing on our wish list is Christmas. So I put some new fun things. I'm always changing my YouTube photos. I use my Dali E to come up with some fun Christmas stuff. So we're going to continue on with um sega yesterday was doing the original sega which was we started out with the sega genesis 1601 and it is the sega genesis 2 1631 and then there was a sega genesis mini i called it mini but it's a sega genesis 3

uh we touched base on the game gear So then after that comes a few other things. There's the CDX. The Sega CDX. Which was a really cool portable. It played the games and cartridges. I think CDs and cartridges. Yeah, it was really expensive to find. I had a couple at one time.

I no longer have them now, but I did. So those are fun. Those are, again, real, real expensive to find. You had to have, but it was all in one, and you could just, you know, you only need one power adapter. It wasn't one of those Sega CD, the other, oh, I did the Sega CD yesterday too. Did the original double stack with the front loader, and then there was the long one with the top loader that you put the, you could put the

1631 on the side of it, or the 1601. You could do either or. Same with the double stack, you can use either or. But it usually was better to use the 1631 if you had a good 1631 so those needed two different systems to make one that cdx uh was both of those into one smaller uh portable kind of it was really they're really fun i think i actually took maybe one or two apart

uh because one didn't work i never did get one to work i think i had a second one to work um i had sold it to my local guy pretty much all my really good stuff i let him have them all that stuff for really really cheap i gave him a really good deal on all that stuff i just didn't really feel like selling through ebay i thought it'd be better for him to get it because he never had certain systems that i came across so i always tried to try to uh help him out the best i could and and then i could get some quick cash easier than trying to list it and do all that stuff so that kind of worked out then there's the so we talked about the sega um dream uh dreamcast no no no sega um game gear kind of still sick and what's same so game gear we talked about yesterday it yesterday but there's also the sega nomad which is a handheld that plays sega genesis games

as opposed to a game gear which has its own cartridges for just sega game gear games so there's a difference sega nomads are again super hard to find. They are really fun. I think I've had one. I don't think I ever made it to work. I bought it as a broken one. And then from there of course there's the Sega Dreamcast. Which is really fun. Three different models on those.

You've got the regular VAO model, which is a 5-volt. Then the VA1, which is a 3.3-volt. And then the last one was the VA2, which had that much different design of a motherboard in there. As always with any system, as they progressed, they cut corners and made them cheaper. So it wasn't as good. The original VA-O

had like a heat sink pipe with a metal fan. Then the VA-1 had a plastic fan. VA-2 was basically the same kind of port but it was a really plastic disk drive on it. Then there's the Sega Saturn.

Sega Saturn is really fun. So Sega Saturn, there's not just a Model 1 and a Model 2. There's actually Model 1 through 4. So there's three different main colors. The black, which is U.S. Japan, beige-ish white. And then then japan putrid i call green or gray then within each one of those models is four different motherboards you can find inside i found out through zippy that the original motherboard is the ones where the power supply is attached to the top of the cover.

So even within those two, there's two different kinds of power supplies by the end connection to the motherboard. So that gives you two there. And then I guess later on they went to a four-pin power supply short board on the motherboard and then there's a five pin power supply on the board so that means each one of those colors has a different um could have a different motherboard but the original ones i have mostly uh are the ones with the power boards connected to the top of the cover. And I've sold lots of parts off of those.

But mostly off of the top cover. And power supplies. I haven't sold many of the top cover power supplies. Only because I was running into a problem with them. So I stopped selling them. But I will get some listed. It seems like pretty much all of those were always some sort of a mother... I mean, a disk drive issue.

Or maybe the motherboard was causing a disk drive issue. But I have... So the Sega Saturn has the cartridge slot and the disk. So you use a bypass region free cartridge which i have to play um us or japan depending on the system that you have however the japan games for sega saturn are so much better like deep fear is it one enemy zero let don't know if i got that one and then i had two cartridges that will increase the memory in it by some megabytes eight megabytes or something like that i forget how much it increases it so then there's that and then also there is the

uh jvc xi i forgot about that one So although it's not a Sega, it plays Sega CDs and Sega cartridges on a JVC system. Which is kind of like a purplish. Really fun looking. I had one of those too. I've since sold it, but that was worth a few bucks too. So I think it's all the

Sega CDs, Saturns. Let's get my Zippy in here. We'll go through some of the other stuff that I just mentioned here. I need to do Sega in two parts because there's lots of stuff for Sega. Probably missing something else. I'll think about it in a minute.

Let's get Zippy in here. Zippy's my AI companion, sidekick, co-host. Hello? Hey there, Tom. How's it going? What's on your mind today? We're going back to Sega, but now we're working on Sega CDX.

Nice choice. The Sega CDX is a cool piece of hardware. Are you exploring its functionality, or do you have some repairs or modifications in mind? Just going for a future history after we did

the Genesis yesterday. So the CDX. There's also the JVC-XI. Ah! Diving into the Sega CDX and the JVC-XI. Both are fascinating hybrids of the Sega Genesis and Sega CD.

The CDX is compact and portable, while the XI adds some extra multimedia features. It's interesting to see how these systems tried to push the boundaries of gaming back in the day. What's catching your eye about them? Each one was super hard to find and very expensive. Absolutely. Both the Sega CDX and the JVC-XI are quite rare and sought after by collectors.

Their unique features and limited production make them valuable pieces of gaming history. Finding one in good condition often comes with a hefty price tag. Are you planning to add one of these to your collection, or are you just enjoying exploring their history? Just doing the history. So we did Game Gear yesterday, so now we're talking Sega Nomad. The Sega Nomad is an interesting handheld. It's essentially a portable Sega Genesis, which was pretty revolutionary for its time. You could play your Genesis cartridges on the go, which was a big deal back in the 90s.

Are you planning to dive into the specifics of the Nomad today? That was another one that's very rare and very hard to find. Definitely. The Sega Nomad is a collector's gem. Its rarity and unique place in gaming history make it a sought-after item. Plus, the ability to play Genesis games on a handheld was pretty innovative.

Are you thinking about exploring its history or sharing some fun facts about it today? Yeah we're doing fun facts. So Sega Power Base. The Sega Power Base also known as the Sega Master System Converter was an accessory for the Sega Genesis that allowed you to play Master System games on the Genesis It was a great way to enjoy the Master Systems library without needing the original console It even supported their Master Systems 3d glasses and the Sega scope 3d games Pretty neat, right? Are there any specific fun facts you'd like to share about it?

Yeah, so that was the same kind of like a 32 times you put that you put it on the top Pretty neat, right? Are there any specific fun facts you'd like to share about it? Yeah, so that was the same kind of like 32 times you put it on the top. But you didn't need an extra power adapter or you didn't need an extra cable. That's right. The Sega Power Base was designed to be a simple plug-and-play accessory. You just popped it onto the top of your Genesis, inserted your Master System cartridge, and you were good to go. No extra power adapters or cables needed. It was a convenient way to expand your game library without any hassle. And you could use the Hue cards or the cartridge. Actually, the Sega Power Base was specifically for Sega Master System cartridges, not the Hue cards.

Hue cards were used by the TurboGrafx-16, which is a different system. The Power Base allowed Genesis owners to play Master System games, both the regular cartridges and the smaller credit card sized ones called Sega Cards. No worries, it can get a bit confusing with all the different formats. The Sega Card was indeed a unique Base itself, their own system exactly the Sega powerbase itself is essentially the Sega Master System console it was Sega's 8-bit system that competed with the Nintendo Entertainment System in some regions it was known as the Sega mark 3 the power base converter was named after the console itself as it allowed you to play Master System games on your Genesis. The Master

System had a solid library of games and was quite popular in Europe and Brazil. Then there is the Sega Mark 1. Yes, the Sega Mark I, also known as the SG-1000, was Sega's very first home video game console, released in 1983. It was launched in Japan on the same day as Nintendo's Famicom, which later became the NES internationally. The SG-1000 was an important stepping stone for Sega, leading to their later consoles like the Master System and Genesis. It had a modest library of games and helped establish Sega in the home console market. Did you want to dive into more details about the SG-1000?

There was also a keyboard and you could run BASIC on it. Yes, that's correct. Sega released an add-on called the SK-1100 keyboard, which turned the SG-1000 into a personal computer capable of running basic programs. This setup was called the SC-3000, making it a hybrid game console and home computer. It was a clever way for Sega to tap into the home computer market and offer more functionality to their console. Then there's the Sega Mark II. There was another... Yes, the Sega Mark II, also known as the SG-1002, was an updated version of the original SG-1000. It featured a few improvements, including a new design with a detachable keyboard the SK 1100 making it more versatile as a computer the mark 2 was compatible with the same games and accessories as the original continuing Sega's push into the home console market

it paved the way for the later Sega Master System. Then, uh, well, Sega Dreamcast. When did that come out? The Sega Dreamcast was released in Japan on November 27, 1998, and later in North America on September 9, 1999. It was the first of the sixth generation consoles preceding the PlayStation 2, Xbox, and GameCube. The Dreamcast was known for its innovative features like a built-in modem for online play and a unique controller.

It has a special place in gaming history despite its short lifespan. Are you exploring the Dreamcast today? Yes, the Sega Saturn came out before the Dreamcast. It was released in Japan on November 22, 1994, and in North America on May 11, 1995. The Saturn was Sega's entry into the 32-bit era, featuring impressive hardware capabilities for 2D and 3D graphics. However, it faced tough competition from the Sony PlayStation and struggled to gain traction in some markets.

Despite this, the Saturn has a dedicated fan base and a library of unique and memorable games. Are you delving into the Saturn today? There's three models. The black one's US, and then the other tan and gray are Japan. Yes, that's correct. The Sega Saturn had different color schemes depending on the region. In North America, the Saturn was primarily black. In Japan, it was initially released in a gray color with blue buttons and later in a white version. The Japanese models are often considered more stylish by some collectors.

These regional variations add an extra layer of interest for enthusiasts. Are you looking into the different models of the Saturn? And then within those, there's four different motherboard types in each color. That's right. The Sega Saturn underwent several hardware revisions during its production resulting in different motherboard versions. These revisions were made to reduce manufacturing costs, improve reliability, or address hardware issues. The different motherboard types can have implications for things like modding,

repairs, and compatibility with accessories. It's always interesting to see how consoles evolve over their lifespans. Are you exploring these different motherboard types? I pretty much have each one of them, so I kind of know which one each one is. That's awesome. Having such a comprehensive collection gives you a great perspective on the Saturn's evolution. It's fascinating to see the differences between each motherboard revision. If you ever feel like sharing your insights or discoveries about them, I'm all ears.

Was there any other Sega systems that I didn't mention? Let's see. We've covered a lot. Besides the ones you've mentioned, there are a few other Sega systems. One, Sega SG-1000. Sega's first home console, released in 1983. 2. Sega Master System, the international version of the Mark III, known as the Sega Power Base in some regions. 3. Sega Game Gear, released in 1990, known for its color screen.

4. Sega Pico, an educational console for children, released in 1993. 5. Sega 32X, an add-on for the Genesis, released in 1994, allowing for 32-bit games. 6. Another Genesis add-on, released in 1991, allowing for CD-based games. You've covered most of the major ones. Is there anything else Sega-related you'd like to explore?

No, I think that's pretty much it for today. I thank you for your time. I'll talk to you soon. Alright, thanks. Bye. Alright, so I pretty much it for today. Thank you for your time. I'll talk to you soon. All right, thanks. Bye. All right, so I pretty much had them all. Zippy kind of renamed a few of them that I did yesterday. The only one I didn't realize was Sega Pico.

That's the only one I've never heard of, Sega Pico. I think I've had, definitely have had every other system. She has something about an add-on for a CD, but I think she just means a Sega CD. So that's my two-part series on the evolution of Sega systems. Pretty fun stuff. I like them all. Sega Saturn, I'm a big fan of that as well. All right, so that's my systems for today.

Well, I'll pick something else for tomorrow. I'll talk to you maybe tonight. I'll see if I can get some kind of story as well. Alright, so that's my systems for today. I'll pick something else for tomorrow. Alright, I'll talk to you maybe tonight. I'll see if I can get some kind of story in tonight. I didn't get a chance to do it last night. I was tired. But we'll do something tonight. I'll talk to you later. Alright, bye.