Classic Game Room - SEGA 32X review part 2

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Part 2 of 2. Classic Game Room HD reviews the SEGA 32X add-on for the Sega Genesis 16-bit video game console. Also available for the Sega Mega Drive, the 32X boosts the POWER of the Genesis.... or something like that. It plays 32X games which are typically larger, smoother and even better looking than awesome Sega Genesis video games. The 32X suffered from many problems though, not the least of which was its requirement to use two power supplies. The 32X works with the model 1 and model 2 Sega Genesis but requires a special 32X cable to work properly. The 32X is powered by the common Sega MK-3102 power supply and covers the player's room with wires and nonsense. Sega's biggest mistake? Even though the 32X was a commercial disaster and is regarded as a joke there are some amazing games available for the Sega 32X like Doom, Virtua Fighter, Virtua Racing Deluxe, Afterburner and Metal Head. The library of games is smaller than what you'll find for the Genesis but there are some real gems in there like Cosmic Carnage. If you can find the cables to make it work, pick up a 32X for a song these days and you'll be surprised at how good it actually is, even if it is a complete clusterf---.

[TheRealDustinNunn]

It's times like this that we Sega fanboys and fangirls wished that the Sega Neptune (Standalone 32X) was never cancelled. Thumbs up if you agree.

[SonicGTR]

Metal Head was my first real 3D game. It hasn't aged well, but it's still fun to play. You can also set the tempo of the BGM to play as fast or slow you want. I thought that was the coolest thing ever back then.

[Shinobi]

Clam shell cases would've been better for the game cases.

[tailsnumberfan]

apparently it's a breeze to get the cables you need now thanks to the aftermarket. not saying they're super cheap, but they do seem to be easier to find.

[michaelbreen]

The Sega CD and the 32X were made by Sega to extend the lifespan of the Sega Genesis.  Having seen it in the past, that's exactly what it looks like: the Genesis was on life support for 3 fricking years.

[TheF]

Here in the UK, I got Sonic and Knuckles when it came out and it is a cardboard case though later I saw the plastic case in the shops briefly. The plastic version is almost never on eBay UK so I think it's very rare. Interestingly, there is also another variation of the cardboard case in circulation. The insert is knuckles red colour and the manual is portrait rather than landscape. There is also a different sticker on the cart. Don't recall this repackage in the shops but it exists.

[barbebrune]

I have only 1 big complaint about youre videos, You should show some games gameplay in your gaming console review, imo its important in reviews. Dont take it bad tho, I think your reviews are awesome and I like them :D

[Snotnarok]

One thing that sucks about the 32x cartridges is the lack of end labels so if you don't have a box they're hard to stack

[chfgn]

I love 32X. I'm a sucker for how cool it looks when you hook it up to a CDX console (which DOES work just fine, despite what the box says). It looks like a crazy space ship.

[ThatGuyBrian]

In Pennsylvania and Ohio we got The Exchange wich has old game consoles. And you can go to a goodwill for old games hopefully.

[johneymute]

love the relaxing music at the background.

[BryanX]

yes they may be old and discontinued but they're awesome.

[something]

If you live in the United Stated, stores all around deticate most (if not all) of their shelves for classic/retro gaming.

[HaydenX]

@alece1382

Only for the model 1 Genesis...If you don't use the RF shielding it can cause distortion in gameplay and damage to the 32x.

Spoken from a 32x owner

[countD]

@KendoSF13 That's where the independent retailers, ebay and, amazon come into play.

[kriptonis]

I have Sonic & Knuckles paper case! Christmas gift back in the day :)

[rolandbaron]

I have a model 1 genesis. I will be adding the 32x & cd afterwards.

[Kalkas]

i think i may have found a new skit for the AGVN mixing console add-ons

[seekerjet]

I purchased this mushroom for $150. It looked like a desperate attempt to keep up with the competition. When I got home, I read in a magazine that Sega already gave up on it so I brought it back to the shop to refund my money. Best decision I ever made.

[JaxxoonR]

@ 3:49 SNES: now why did you have to put it in ME? The whole SNES CD idea was bad enough!