Best sega saturn games & accessories according to redditors
We found 54 Reddit comments discussing the best sega saturn games & accessories. We ranked the 19 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 54 Reddit comments discussing the best sega saturn games & accessories. We ranked the 19 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
https://www.amazon.com/Datel-Action-Replay-4M-Plus-enhancement/dp/B008FPMBNG
Do yourself a favor and pick up this ram cart for the Saturn. Its 30 bucks with prime shipping and it has the 4 mb ram expansion (certain games require it) and it allows you to play Japanese games which is a HUGE market of extra games. Even if you dont speak Japanese, a lot of games such as fighters and shmups are pretty simple to go through.
As for the game and price I am jealous. Ive been wanting guardian heroes for the Saturn, and you got it for a fantastic price. Saturn is a really fun system to collect for, Its just pricy.
https://www.amazon.com/Action-Replay-4M-Plus-enhancement-sega/dp/B008FPMBNG
https://www.amazon.com/Sega-Saturn-replacement-cases-Longbox/dp/B078M4Z18M
RGB out through SCART will look the best, especially with a good upscaler like OSSC or Framemeister.
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If you want to avoid SCART probably try an Saturn S-Video Cable and run it into a Retro Tink that doubles the lines, like others have mentioned.
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Getting the best video from these old consoles can turn into a huge trip into the rabbit hole of cables and upscalers, best of luck to you!
Search ebay for "Saturn controller" check: for parts/not working. Like this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sega-Saturn-JUNK-GREY-Controller-Pad-HSS-0101-Not-Working-JAPAN-Video-Game/311760458659?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D40130%26meid%3Dfbfb91b55b394d9cb3864912efa421c2%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26mehot%3Dag%26sd%3D122448111952
Then buy this https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B002BFVAV0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Swap out the boards and you're good to go. For best authenticity, desolder the shoulder buttons off the original controller and remount them on the USB board. But it will work either way.
Yes, but it does have a cartridge slot on the back. So someone made a cartridge that allows you to boot import games: https://www.amazon.com/Action-Replay-4M-Plus-enhancement-sega/dp/B008FPMBNG
Younik PS4 Slim Vertical Stand... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M25PXTZ?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf i have this stand & it has slots in the bottom for ventilation. works like a champ
This one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008FPMBNG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The adapters that were linked are an option. Never used one myself though so don't know if there are issues.
Other options would be this Saturn replica pad.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002BFVAV0/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1497919890&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=Retro+bit+saturn&dpPl=1&dpID=410hHDFLiWL&ref=plSrch
Or this Genesis replica. These should also work fine.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KX75UT6/ref=pd_aw_sim_147_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=VF2W6DY1EPGR46DJ98FB&dpPl=1&dpID=512qQffRr9L
Yes, it's very much worth it. If you're on a budget I recommend the following:
SCART Cable:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UKLIY3E/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Scaler Box:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00988GMLG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I use these with my Sony 4K and they work great. Very sharp, good sound and no noticeable lag.
If you have a Saturn system already all you really need is this to play those Saturn titles.
This is the cheopo route I use on my Japan Model 2. I'm happy the picture with it except the lack of scart shielding on the cable leaves audio noise on my LCD, on my plasma is noise free though. The cable is region neutral with a 175ohm fuse I checked so it's not the cheap 75ohm that sometimes don't register rgb mode. This obviously isn't ideal for input lag and scanlines.
$36 Scart to HDMi upscaler
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y43RVLH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_B1dSAbDSNT2BH
$10 Scart Cable
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UKLIY3E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_g4dSAbSM0QZ9A
https://www.amazon.com/Action-Replay-4M-Plus-enhancement-sega/dp/B008FPMBNG
For all your import Sega Saturn needs
The Saturn controller sounds great in general, but I wish it was wireless. This is especially important on the Pi, since just pulling on the controller could pull your entire Pi, as it's so small and lightweight. But if only adults play it, I guess you could manage.
I bought 2 USB Saturn controllers from Sega, and they were excellent. But then I tried brandless knockoffs, and they broke very fast. I haven't tried this one from Retrolink, but reviews seem to indicate it's also far from Sega quality. :(
Well, there are ways to search for that:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=sr_nr_p_36_4?rnid=386453011&keywords=arcade+joystick&rh=n%3A468642%2Cn%3A471304%2Ck%3Aarcade+joystick%2Cp_36%3A1000-4000%2Cp_85%3A2470955011&sort=price-desc-rank&qid=1510860917&low-price=&high-price=36.88
Some results that stuck out to me:
https://www.amazon.com/Mayflash-Universal-Arcade-Fighting-playstation-3/dp/B0015PHMFU/
https://www.amazon.com/SUNCHI-Fighting-Joystick-Controller-Smartphone/dp/B0761783FQ/
https://www.amazon.com/ASCII-Stick-Sega-Saturn/dp/B00004SW0Q/
Yes if you have something like this.
It doesn't matter. All I need is Dragonforce ^and ^^999.99 ^^^dollars
You can get replacement cases on Amazon if that's your kind of thing. The second run is the better choice. Another option is buying cheap CIB games online and cannibalizing cases.
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Import games are relatively cheap. Probably cause in Japan the Saturn saw much more success. So provided you are good with import gaming it’s worth it in my opinion. Just be sure to get one of these .
Edit: I should specify. Import versions of games that were released here tend to be a lot cheaper comparatively. Games that are exclusively imports will probably still fetch a large price.
At least it wasn't panzer dragoon saga.
Don't forget a way to play imports I'd recommend the Action Replay for the Sega Saturn. Also is a memory card of sorts and lets you play the awesome 1 meg or 4 meg ram games. The ram cart only import games include fighters from snk and capcom, which are nearly arcade perfect. The only other way to make a saturn region free is by installing a region free switch
Yeah I know, it is the boys birthday next week and I've got it for him. I cannot wait to
play itgive it to him.http://www.amazon.com/Retro-SEGA-Saturn-Classic-Controller-Pc/dp/B002LHS70K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348868892&sr=8-1&keywords=sega+saturn+usb
These are gtron branded, I haven't played on them. This is the one I had and abused for many years:
http://www.amazon.com/Genuine-Sega-Original-Controller-Mk-80116/dp/B000P9GQ7W/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1348868892&sr=8-6&keywords=sega+saturn+usb
If Sega put out an official USB one, I'd consider buying it. If you really want a pad over a joystick, the PDP one received good reviews. I used the MadCatz one and it wasn't all that great after a few hours of abuse -- I'd stick with a stock PS3 controller over it. Here is a review on that unit:
http://kotaku.com/5767903/the-marvel-edition-versus-fighting-pad-is-hideously-wonderful
Sadly, the reviews of the Gtron look poor and many people recommend buying an adapter (which I wouldn't do). Not many solid options for current gen consoles + gamepad + fighting games.
Are you in the US? I found stunner guns on amazon for $25
http://www.amazon.com/Stunner-Gun-sega-saturn/dp/B00004SVZH/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348876241&sr=8-1&keywords=stunner+gun
https://www.amazon.com/Sega-Saturn-replacement-game-cases-SECOND/dp/B07GBMRQJW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=NCCPCG8WZN0X0G0YSY1D&linkCode=sl1&tag=immortaljohnh-20&linkId=d2b1f4613b91fbb0c3856bc0f84b9ce6&language=en_US
here's one I have no idea how reputable that site is. I just use this with Psuedo Saturn
Yeah. I'm gonna plug my scart to bnc adapter here tho!
https://github.com/bentika/Open-Source-Sync-Stripper
For 10 bucks in parts you can have a passthrough scart to bnc adapter. Fun to make yourself too.
Then you just need a $10 Snes, PS1, Dreamcast, or Saturncable.
So I guess I have all my consoles broken out to BNC since I use an extron hah.
But yeah theres all the connectors! just gotta get em to bnc.
Amazon, someone on here posted about it a few days ago. Here is the link
There are still brand new ones available for sale on Amazon.
Fortunately, there are quality replacement longbox cases available now, although they're a bit pricey.
Nintendo nerd from the start, but I do miss my Sega Saturn (for Panzer Dragoon Saga & Dragon Force) and Dreamcast.
http://www.amazon.com/Panzer-Dragoon-Saga-Sega-Saturn/dp/B000FT61OU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1331533931&sr=8-1
Do you meant a cartridge for the megadrive that had 32 games on it, or a game pack of megadrive games for a modern console/PC?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/SEGA-Mega-Drive-Ultimate-Collection/dp/B001P5HX0O and the same is available for PS3.
I'd probably just get a PS2->PS3/4 converter from Brook and a PS2 controller (not sure if PS1 works). The only thing I have against PS3/4 is that the trigger buttons aren't really ideal for fighting games and PS1/PS2 controllers are cheap and good quality (Luffy won Evo with a PS1 controller I believe). It's the cheapest way to get a high quality pad that'll last. I'm not sure if you have to update the firmware on the converter whenever there is a big PS4 update. For Brook's fightboards, if you don't update the firmware, you get stuck with an 8-minute timeout. Brook has been very good at updating their products' firmware within a day of big PS4 updates so far though.
I myself got frustrated with fightpad options, so I built a converter for a Sega Saturn pad (what the Madcatz pads are based off of, but better build quality). I had to buy an FGWidget Converter board but they don't seem to be available for sale anymore. Then I wired the FGWidget to a Brook PS3/PS4 board. It was a lot of work and soldering, but it's flawless, and I can switch out Sega Saturn pads as needed, though I haven't had to in years.
(BTW, I play on gamepad because I have wrist issues so I can't use fightsticks for very long)
Aside from it's fairly lackluster build quality, [this] (http://www.amazon.com/Retrolink-Saturn-Classic-Controller-Black/dp/B002BFVAV0) controller has done well by me for quite a while. YMMV
Since people are asking, here is the full set up:
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Dell Latitude 7490 (work laptop)
Laptop Stand
Ducky One2mini Keyboard
PS4 Slim with stand
Xbox One X Scorpio
Tekmat Walther PPQ gun mat used as mouse pad (linked below)
Logitech MX Master 2S
Edifier R1280DB speakers
Speakers stands
Carbon Fiber Small Sebenza 21
LG Monitor
I currently use a Saturn stick with the total control 3. I'm only using it for shmups, but the whole setup cost me around $40.
Probably NiGHTS. I always wanted a Saturn as a kid but my parents couldn't afford it, and only a couple years ago did I finally track one down. I have still yet to purchase NiGHTS for it, and honestly I haven't looked much into it. I want it solely based on what others have said, written reviews, and because it's a creative piece of SEGA history in their heyday (at least...I mean not financially, but y'know) along with constant references (other games, comics, etc.).
The best things I've experienced are those I look very little into (movies, games, etc.) and I feel this would be the same. It's a missing piece of my childhood that I read and read about before the days of YouTube existed, and as of yet I really haven't spoiled myself on what the game is about other than...dreams and this spinning purple chick who you twirl around through rings. It will be glorious.
Starcraft 64
Warcraft 2 - Sega Saturn
https://www.amazon.ca/Retro-Bit-Compatible-Controller-Black-Sega-Saturn/dp/B002BFVAV0 ?
Personally I use PS4, but it ain't cheap and simple ;)
Go to a Dollar store and buy the battery there. It's just a normal 2032 flat cell and they usually come in three packs. Since it's such a slow drain, even the cheap brands last a long time, at least a year.
That controller's O.K. I have a couple myself though I prefer either the 3D analog pad or the Model 2 controller; which I just very recently bought for the first time.
Also you didn't look at the shipping, which costs more then the controller asking price!
Here's some links for a controller and things to buy now / eventually.
Look here for the same controller you linked
Try here for a 3D pad
Get one of these!
Get a 4in1 RAM cart Here or Here
More in the future:
Get a Scart cable
And a Scart to HDMI converter
For best picture that's upscaled RGB and will work nicely with any HDTV
To play backups you can do the swap disk trick but first you must know...
If you have a Saturn model 1 with oval buttons and a disk access light; which can indicate when to swap the disk
Or
If you have the Saturn model 2 with round buttons and no access light. The swap trick is a bit harder on this model due to this and increased security but still doable.
Watch Youtube to learn the swap trick on either:
The Saturn Model 1 Swap Trick
Or
The Saturn Model 2 Swap Trick
Just remember not to rip and plow the disk on and off, there's grooved in spaces to get under the disk and you can use left / right leverage with your hand to nicely pop it off. If done properly with minimal force you should be able to do this for a very long time as I have.
You can now boot any burned game for the system. Just watch the country codes on downloads Ie (U), (J), (E). Without the 4in1 cart you just use this software to change the country code of the .ISO.
Grab downloadable games at Emuparadise and TheISOzone
Explore the North American release list for games to find online and most certainly explore the Japanese release list which is more then four times the size, with tons of great games never released here.
That's it. Enjoy the Saturn!
This is what I got, pretty simple, cheap, but does the job alright! Hope it helps :)
Amazon PS4 Slim Stand
You're talking about game cases, correct? If so, this Etsy seller does some fantastic work:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/RetroworksGaming?ref=s2-header-shopname&listing_id=701483680
Of course, you can also buy some cases yourself and print your own custom artwork for a very low price.
Sega CD / Sega Saturn replacement game cases 10 pack SECOND RUN https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GBMRQJW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_LIzmDbWKYMG42
I'll just leave this here. http://www.amazon.com/Retrolink-Saturn-Classic-Controller-Black-Pc/dp/B002BFVAV0/