I couldn't really notice a huge difference (I can't cancel my Amazon Japan order tho so no change to a Mega SG - maybe resell my limited JP pack?).Listened to the examples in the video about the sound issues and literally couldn't tell the difference lol I think I'll be fine.
I wasn't aware of the six-button control scheme in Shinobi III until I read your post. While I don't think I'd prefer to use a six-button control scheme in Shinobi III, I have to say that its mere existence does make the inclusion of Shinobi III over Revenge of Shinobi an odd choice. While a lot of people are crying foul over the game line-up over personal preference for certain games, I do think Sega should've omitted the games that support a six-button control scheme in favor of more sought-after games that didn't use the extra buttons for unique functions.I'd guess around 60 tops support the controller. given that i have zero interest in an objectively inferior console port of an arcade game i can play elsewhere, the two most irritating games on the US version are going to be Comix Zone and Shinobi III's special mode.
Nobody needs to buy this other than the *giggle I'm just happy to play these games on my flatscreen* crowd.
Ugh. All this fart sniffing, gate keeping, videogame elitism.
Im still super excited for the mini and like everything on the internet Im guessing the issues are going to be overblown by a small vocal minority.
From what I understand if you want accurate emulation then you should run BlastEm. I think I heard that in a DFRetro video? Can't remember which one, though... probably the megaSG video.
I wish they would of added more games honestly. For the price, it is not bad, but another dozen games would have been nice. I think the main reason is the Sega Genesis Collection that came out not too long ago that launched at $30 U.S. and had 53 games. Granted this comes with controllers and a sleek looking mini version of the system, but adding 12 or more games would of made this a must have for almost any gamer. I just think the amount of games is low and there is such a massive library of games that adding another 12 would of been awesome. Still getting it of course because I am big Genesis fan, but just which they added more games.
No Revenge of Shinobi in the US version is a personal deal breaker tbh.
That game is a PILLAR to the Genesis for in my opinion.
The Asian versions of Mega Drive Mini and Genesis Mini include 2 controllers.Where can I pre-order the Asian version with 2 controllers included? Play-asia's website shows the picture of the one controller version for the Asian version for $84.99, but it says it includes two controllers, but the price difference makes no sense. I emailed them about it and I'm waiting for a response. I don't want to order it and get screwed getting only one controller.
Both the "Mega Drive Mini" and "SEGA Genesis Mini" come with two controllers.
Is there any early word from the community yet on how hackable this thing will be?
There's enough on here that I think I'll buy it anyway, but there's some crucial games to my nostalgia that I'd like to add.
I'm pretty sure now. I just don't understand why it would be so much cheaper than the other versions?The Asian versions of Mega Drive Mini and Genesis Mini include 2 controllers.
According to this website, Mega Drive Mini Asian version comes with a pair of 6-button controllers, whereas Genesis Mini Asian version will have a pair of 3-button controllers instead.Are we certain that the Mega Drive Asian version comes with six button controllers though? I think it does.
Thank you, I'm gonna pre order from play-asia.comAccording to this website, Mega Drive Mini Asian version comes with a pair of 6-button controllers, whereas Genesis Mini Asian version will have a pair of 3-button controllers instead.
It's the biggest omission for certain regions. It feels like every Mini console is missing a pillar action-platformer: C64 without Bruce Lee, NES without Ninja Gaiden II, TG16 without Legendary Axe, SNES without ActRaiser. Revenge of Shinobi being owned by Sega has way less of an excuse for being absent than the others.No Revenge of Shinobi in the US version is a personal deal breaker tbh.
That game is a PILLAR to the Genesis for in my opinion.
I think international returns are only free if you receive a damaged or wrong item etc, but not if you just changed your mind, in that case you'll need to pay the shipping...Is it easy to return stuff on Amazon Japan? Is it free to do so (like just print out a label and take to post office or UPS drop box)? I live in the US by the way.
How did you cancel your Japanese pre-order? Amazon JP doesn't allow it for these normallyHeads up the Asian version just became available on Play-Asia again, pre-order while you can. Canceled my inferior Japanese version. Also $23 dollars cheaper with shipping included.
I ordered from Play-Asia. The Asian as well as the Japanese W model which I just canceled.How did you cancel your Japanese pre-order? Amazon JP doesn't allow it for these normally
Ah ok.I ordered from Play-Asia. The Asian as well as the Japanese W model which I just canceled.
Edit: I think they do both come with the same games. Not US/UK Genesis titles.Ah ok.
Also I see Play Asia lists both Mega Drive Mini AND Genesis Mini both with (Asia) after the name... Does Asia get both variants with the same games?
From the page you linked to:Edit: I think they do both come with the same games. Not US/UK Genesis titles.
Check that list in the link. Version which comes with Alien Soldier.
Both Asian console iterations, though different in naming, packaging and controllers, will enjoy the same stable of games with a healthy mixture of titles from both the Japanese and Western mini consoles, alongside five regional exclusives
It might be there on display, but not necessarily for sale. Maybe purchase online and have it sent to your home address wherever you're heading to?Any chance this will be on sale at TGS?
Japan gets the six button version with the weird peripherals (for extra cost).
But unfortunately I leave japan on 18/9
Yeah, I'm counting on it being easily hacked. I was upset the last few days since I thought I'd missed out on the version which suits me the best. If you want six buttons the Asian version is the cheapest. Mine came to $107.89 total and the Japanese W version would have been $130.89.From the page you linked to:
Edit: just saw your edit... Yeah. I really wish Sega didn't divide the exclusives between regions like that, makes deciding difficult...
Well I hope I don't get screwed on that.I think I'll stick with Amazon JP for now because I'm worried about the customs fees when ordering from Play-Asia (customs in my country love to gouge on imports), and with Amazon I'm guaranteed to only pay what's displayed at Checkout.
This is interesting. So there's a decent chance the DS4 might work on these?I hooked each up to my PC to see what button "number" it comes up as in Windows. Both buttons (Left shoulder on Saturn and Mode on Genesis) show up as button 9.
These were both in D-input mode, because that's what they start as when you first plug them in (Oh! something just occured to me. later...).
If the Dualshock 4 will be compatible with this thing since it's also D-input I think (which, I dunno, has any video mentioned if it will work? I can't remember) the first four buttons are laid out "correctly" with L1 and R1 acting as C and Z and then the share button would apparently be the "menu shortcut" button.
The start button on all three controllers is "button 10."
This is interesting. So there's a decent chance the DS4 might work on these?
The button layout is absolutely not ideal but so many Mega Drive games had remappable controls that this wouldn't matter too much. I might shelf my plans for buying a 6-button controller and see how many other controller types it works with.
Hmm, disappointing. Thanks for the reply though, good to have solid info.One of the Japanese sites tested a bunch of controllers a month or two ago and nothing worked outside of what's officially listed as supported (ie the Retro-bit controllers and certain Buffalo brand controllers and USB hubs).