/vr/ - Retro Games

can't believe i only learned about this less than a decade ago. would have blown my fucking mind as a kid

>>9765342
I did actually own one as a kid but the fucker chewed through batteries so fast I barely even used it

>>9765353
AC adapter.

>>9765342
That dpad looks like shit

>>9765342
People would definitely buy a million of these if sega made it a handheld mini console. Especially if you get a kid on stranger things to hold a nomad for 1 frame

>>9765351
Got it back in 1995 when I was in 5th grade. I was felt so lucky.
>>9765356
This. Originally it took 6 AA batteries, but you could play it forever thanks to that AC adapter. Around this time my dad started forcing me on road trips to go to vacation destinations instead of taking a plane, so that meant lots of hours on the road and staying at hotels. Thankfully I had the Nomad and a cigarette lighter AC adapter I could plug the Nomad into and play ToeJam & Earl and Sonic 3 & Knuckles well into the night since it was backlit like the Game Gear. Loved that fucking thing.

>>9765342
how come it wasn't more successful? looks like something even more advanced for its time than the psp was

>>9765342
> Had one
> Used to take it to highschool back in the early 2000s and play Hang On and Phantasy Star II sometimes during the lunchbreak (with the MK-2103 Genesis AC adaptor of course)
> One day accidentally drop it onto concrete and crack the LCD screen

That day fucking sucked, let me tell you.

>>9765342

I do own one OP.

>>9765397
It was expensive and lots of other cool stuff was coming out at the time. Would you rather have this or an N64/PlayStation?

>>9765342
Well, let me tell you something son, back in my day we didn't have all these fancy gadgets and gizmos. We made do with what we had, and we didn't go out wasting our hard-earned money on frivolous things like rare retro consoles.

First of all, you need to prioritize your finances. You should be saving your money for important things like a down payment on a house or your retirement. Spending hundreds of dollars on a Sega Nomad is not going to help you achieve your financial goals.

Secondly, think about the long-term value of your purchases. While a Sega Nomad might seem cool and fun right now, it's not going to hold its value over time. In fact, it's likely that it will become outdated and worthless in just a few years. So why waste your money on something that's not going to last?

Finally, think about the opportunity cost of your purchases. Every dollar you spend on a Sega Nomad is a dollar that you can't invest or save for your future. Don't be short-sighted and only focus on the immediate gratification of owning a rare console. Instead, think about the bigger picture and how your financial decisions today will impact your future.

So, in conclusion, my advice to you is to think carefully before making any big purchases. Don't let your desire for the latest gadgets and technology cloud your judgment. Remember, financial stability and security should always come first.

>>9765481
>it's not going to hold its value over time. I
They are like $500 on the used market now.

>>9765481
>Dadposting

>>9765342
>As a kid I wanted this so bad so I could play Sonic on the go
>I now have the definitive versions of Sonic with widescreen on my phone

>>9765487
Well son, let me give you some good old-fashioned advice. Retro game consoles may seem like a great investment, but the truth is they are not a safe bet.

First of all, technology changes rapidly. What may be popular today may be completely outdated tomorrow. Retro game consoles may hold sentimental value, but they cannot be expected to maintain their value over time. In fact, as time goes by, the market for retro game consoles may shrink, making it even harder to sell them at a high price.

Secondly, the market for retro game consoles is highly speculative. Prices can fluctuate wildly based on supply and demand, and it's impossible to predict how the market will react. Just because a retro console is popular now does not mean it will be popular in the future. So, investing in retro game consoles is a risky proposition.

Furthermore, there's no guarantee that a retro console will be in good condition over time. These consoles were not designed to last forever, and even with proper care and maintenance, they can break down or become obsolete. So, buying a retro game console as an investment is a gamble. There's no guarantee that it will hold its value, or even work properly in the future.

Finally, it's important to remember that investing in anything, including retro game consoles, comes with risks. There are no guarantees when it comes to investing, and it's important to do your research and make informed decisions. Don't be swayed by nostalgia or hype. Instead, look at the facts and make smart investment choices that are based on sound financial principles.

So, in conclusion, retro game consoles may be fun to collect and play, but they should not be seen as a safe investment. If you want to invest your money, look into more stable and reliable options. Don't let your love of video games blind you to the realities of the market.

>>9765405

>>9765351
I was one of those kids at the time it came out and we all thought it was a joke. The pitiful battery life was a running gag and everyone already had a Genesis. The ability to play Genesis games on the go wasn't that attractive since by 1995 that system was on it's way out.

Got one at toys r us on clearance for $29.99. It saved me on countless Car rides and vacations. Eats batteries like boogie2988 eats doritos.

>>9765524
tl;dr

>>9765356
Kind of defeats the purpose of a handheld, dumbass.

>>9765810
Not at all.
Also: you are very rude.

>>9765775
Based

>>9765342
its ok it is one of those things
you need to mod one to be usuable in 2023
you need one original\refurbed
you need that fuckin godtier retail box

do you see what happens?
how quickly it turns to mental illness?

>>9765342
>tfw you will never own a Sega Nomad

I had a chance to own it twice. But turned it down, for whatever reason. They always looked cool to me. but the screen was a bit of a deal breaker. better than the GameGear's.

Why didn't Sega ever license reproductions of the Nomad or Game Gear?
Nobody wanted this pic related crap.

>>9767207
It's only recently that Sega even acknowledged the Game Gear exists with those stupid mini handhelds. Other than the occasional Sonic games that get included on collections they barely do anything with it.

>>9765342
I think I have 3 of them.
LCDs have probably gone to shit while in storage.

>>9765342
I do own one, idk if it still works, probably trade it for a sega CD and 32x tho

>>9765481
Reddit spacing and Ramsey tier advice. Go on biz. Get off vr. Get the nomad OP

It was the only sega genesis I had as a kid. I sold it last year and bought a regular genesis instead. It was impressive for the time but it had too many problems to be worth using in the long run.

>>9765775
It's GPT shitposting

>>9765913
I have one but never got around to getting it modded. A new LCD and improved battery would be most excellent.

I had one, my parents didn't let me own TV consoles. It was a very very good machine and Streets of Rage 2 looked better on it and sonic moved smoother one it, even though I had a 32 inch trinitron.

I think I sold it? Ran fine except it needed a new screen. LCD started to get so ghosty after 20 years.

A good example is looking at t his thumbnail and seeing how smooth it is, then blowing it up and seeing how pixelated it is.

>>9765342
a family friend my mom house-sat for gave her one to give to me along with a carrying case and some games. dpad is shit, screen is shit, buttons are shit, i dont like almost any genesis games and it eats batteries. pretty cool concept though. are they worth much? my sega shit is basically the only stuff i have that i'd consider selling

>>9770903
Should be able to get a couple hundred I think, I wanna say an as is one eith original screen etc. goes for like 300?

got mine brand new for $30. LCD is still just as smeary as i remembered back in the 90s. rechargeable pack is dead but the normal 6AA pack still works fine.

Just played one for an hour then bought it, had been just recently recapped and had a TFT screen mod - I like it a lot, didn't come with the battery pack which I don't mind as I'll only use the adapter. I would have liked round face buttons and I may get a different D Pad at some point but it feels nice in the hands overall, and its lighter than I thought it would be. The weird angular design didn't bother me like I thought it would and both the screen and the sound quality were extremely impressive for me, Vectorman looked absolutely sick on it. Need to order an AV cable so I can play it on my CRT as its my only Genesis I have and I'm curious to see if I can output only the video to the TV while I use the console for audio output. Also want to look into if there's a way to use that second controller port as a Player 1 as I would still prefer an actual Genesis controller. Overall very cool, looking forward to playing in bed

>>9765356
Why not just play an actual Genesis? Unless you're that weirdo who's going to be in public near an outlet playing Nomad for whatever reason.

>>9770983
>Why not just play an actual Genesis?
Family is using the TV but I want to still sit in the living room.

>>9770986
Ok, that is a valid reason.

>>9770983
I wanna play in bed and handhelds are comfy
easier to travel with if I'm gonna be in a hotel room or something
also I just think they're neat

>>9765342
Why not? My local retro store has one, for like $300?

>>9769512
my ex had similar thumbs

>>9765524
A proper essay.

>>9765524
>>9765481
> reddit spacing

>>9765397
>nomad release date in us: October 1995
>pokemon red and blue release date in japan: February 27, 1996

add that to the fact SoJ wanted to drop the support on anything not related to the saturn at the time and the fact sega didnt even consider it an true successor to the game gear as they were still supporting that, and the thing was pretty much born dead like the 32x

And I'm okay with that.

>>9765342
But I do! Or rather I did till I gifted it to a friend who actually collects old stuff still and I haven't used it over a PSP for ages.

>>9772249
>proper paragraphs are Reddit spacing
0/10

yes but I no care, I am no mad

>>9765397
The thing was ginornous. It might not feel like it in an adults hands but as a kid, the thing barely fits in your hand and it had horrible battery life. I only ever saw one of them in person in my entire life. Some kid brought it with him on a school trip and the batteries died on the bus before we even got to the place. Mean while the rest of us were playing Pokemon both ways of the trip.

>>9765353
I always had a feeling.

>>9765342
Those are some nice duracells you've got there, it would be a shame if something happened to them.

>>9765369
So all it takes is for somwone to hack Netflix and inject a single frame for sega to make a mini version of the nomad?

>>9765810
How? It's still held in your hand.

>>9765810
I enjoy sitting in the living room with friends or family and semi-socializing while on my laptop browsing 4chan while they also use their phones/laptops and someone else is watching the television.
You may not like it but this is the reality we live in.