So, you haven't played a PC Engine-Duo before (AKA Turbo Duo in the US), and you want to see what all this talk is about. First thing to do is ask yourself why, why, WHY you have yet to experience this system, and then go about doing it. E-Bay is a great way to go, but if you buy a US system, you will need a converter to play the Japanese Hu-Card games, while the CDs are region-free. There are a multitude of hybrid systems, like the PC Engine plus CD plus super system card, but best for now is to go for the Duo itself, as it will be the best way to enter this glorious system.

Some games you simply need, part #1:

Winds (Lords) of Thunder (Super CD)

Lets put it this way: Best-Shooter-Period. Not to mention one of the finest games to grace the system. The Duo is known for it's shooters, and this is the grand-daddy of then. Plus, it's easy to find, and cheap at around $20. See my review for more info.

Akumajo: Dracula X, Rondo No Chi (Super CD)

My oh my, so much to say here. Called by many as the greatest Castlevania game ever made (and hard to argue against), you simply need to experience this game to understand what everyone is talking about. Great music, perfect control, detailed animation, sweet bosses and branching levels make this a treasure to own. Not on the cheap, expect to shell out $150-200 for a mint used copy.

Cho Aniki (Super CD)

Forget all the "what-say" about the Homo-erotic textures and "Special Love" the game presents, Cho Aniki is a unique shooter surrounded by some very, very bizarre art direction. Underneath it all, is a fantastic shooter by Masya, who later became Psikyo. You can nab it for about $50-80 used. Plus, you can throw it in when your homophobic friends are around to give them a good scare.

Dungeon Explorer 2 (Super CD)

Think Gauntlet on horse steroids plus Zelda, and you have Dudgeon Explorer 2. Great music, and a host of interesting persona's to play as make several run-troughs a must. You can find it for around $50 Japanese, and $80-100 for a US version.

Gunhed (AKA Blazing Lazers) (Hu Card)

A fantastic vertical shooter by Compile, and one of the first US releases, this game still stands the test of time. US version can be nabbed for about $20, while the Japanese version, Gunhed, goes for $50-80.

Y's Book 1 and 2 (CD)

On of the first console CD games, and packed with the US Duo, this action RPG is loved by many. Great music by Yuzo Koshiro, and a rather long quest make this a must. Very cheap at about $15.

OK, more later folks.........