Do You Have Any Unpopular Gaming Opinions?

[Krejlooc]

If you're going to get an MSX, make sure you get at least an MSX2, preferably an MSX2+. MSX2+ machines typically come with a built in floppy drive and a bit more ram. You're going to want likely 128k ram and 128k VRAM. MSX machines and MSX2 machines are a bit cheaper, but they have compatibility problems. I have an HB-FBII which is an MSX2 but I've expanded it to MSX2+ compatibility with an external floppy drive and an FM PAC sound cartridge.

The Sony Hit Bit line of MSX machines is cheap enough and have a good aesthetic. I'd recommend against my own HB-FBII, because it's not an MSX2+. I hadn't done my research when I picked it up and kinda regretted not buying an MSX2+. But there are hit bit models that are MSX2+.

The machines themselves are not too expensive. You shouldn't pay more than $150 for one, depending on the model and features. The computers really are basically consoles - just pop in the cartridge, turn the thing on, and it boots the game, no command line required. My Hit Bit model has built in rapid fire and slow mo, which is cool, and not very commonly seen.

Controllers is tough. The MSX is actually technically not compatible with the Master System/Atari controllers, because the 2nd button and a spare pin are swapped. You can very easily mod a controller to be compatible very easily - without even a soldering gun if you want to do it sloppily - but a better option is to pick up a compatible controller. The FM Towns controllers are compatible with the MSX. I use a pair of thin grey controllers which I can't seem to find pictures of. I'll snap a photo later on.

Good info, i will do some searching.

I suggest hitting up PassionMSX, as it's probably the best, most active english MSX board around. Their forums are inviting and friendly, and very helpful.

[Violent By Design]

Always wanted to try out the konami games on msx2. Is the emulation any good for that comp?

[Krejlooc]

Always wanted to try out the konami games on msx2. Is the emulation any good for that comp?

Dunno, I've never dabbled in MSX emulation. Before I actually got one, I thought they were, you know, like a computer. With a command line and all that jazz. I picked one up on a whim thinking "I'll just figure out how to boot games" and was pleasantly surprised when I found that it was even simpler than booting an Amiga game.

[o.pwuaioc]

Always wanted to try out the konami games on msx2. Is the emulation any good for that comp?

It's just fine if you use BlueMSX.

[lisalover1]

Two hours? Man, I couldn't beat Super Metroid in that time. I'll shoot for four hours.

Sorry, I forgot that "couple" had a literal sense of the word; it took me longer to beat than that; about 4-5 hours.

[Krejlooc]

Two hours? Man, I couldn't beat Super Metroid in that time. I'll shoot for four hours.

Sorry, I forgot that "couple" had a literal sense of the word; it took me longer to beat than that; about 4-5 hours.

I do this all the time, too. I'm so bad about it.

[Hazerd]

Always wanted to try out the konami games on msx2. Is the emulation any good for that comp?

It's just fine if you use BlueMSX.

whoaa... just downloaded it, and am very impressed with the UI of this emulator, very professional, now to find some MSX roms...

[3DSStrider]

I thought Shadow the Hedgehog was a good game if you don't think of it as a Sonic game.

THIS!

[Hazerd]

heh, oh yeah, getting my MSX on.

[BoneSnapDeez]

Wow that emulator looks great. I thought I had a MSX emulator - turns out I was thinking of the PC88 and Sharp X1.