Here's why a complete TurboGrafx 16 set costs $20,000 

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Thanks for the video with all the information on the system. I bought a base system back in the 90’s and a few games. Later in the 90’s when the company went out of business a local game store was selling base turbo graft systems for $5 and games for $1. I bought 4 used base systems and a lot of the games. NEC Technologies was 20 minutes from where I lived and I used to go there and play games before they were released in return for filling out a survey. One time they even gave me my favorite game for the system, Neutopia II. I still have the game factory sealed in the box. They also gave me some promotional material which consisted of 5 by 7 inch cards which had the artwork of the box of the game and a written description of the game. I still have these cards too. It is interesting to find out now that some of the games are worth over $100 now because I remember seeing those turbo graft game cards for $1 in used game bins at small game stores in the 90’s. Back then you could also buy a converter that attached to the Turbo Grafx that played PC Engine games. I bought a lot of those too for $1 back in the late 90’s at small game stores with used games...

Turbografx 16 and it’s games are very expensive because everyone that has a Turbografx wants a complete set. I have a Turbografx 16 but will not buy every single game that was ever made for it. That doesn’t mean that the games will continuously go up in value exponentially forever. That is not how collectible markets work. Eventually, there will be a time when people will lose interest in it and will not be paying $100s on its games. Awhile ago a payed several hundred dollars per several games just because I thought they were cool and I wanted them. I think I want to buy the Turbo Drive card because you can get every single game ever released on the system. That is really awesome!

Very informative video, thank you !

As much as I'd love to own even a single Turbografx-related thing, I can't see myself starting to collect for it at this stage in the game. It's unfortunate, but I'll live! Thanks for a very informative video!

I was the only kid to have this as a kid. Bonks, Bonks 2, R type, and Bloody Wolf. I can't remember what happend to it. Great video

I miss my Turbo Grafix so much , I had the Express and I think I played it more than any of my systems as a kid, my uncle owned a pawn shop and was just sitting in the overstock room and said I can have it , so good

The TurboGrafix is way too expensive to collect for. I just use the Wii U. The Wii U Virtual Console has a ton of TG-16 games on it, and is my go-to TG player. It has a lot of really great games. Especially shooters!

Great video..can't wait until turbo grafx 16 mini

Konami is releasing a Turbografx mini in March. 99.99$

This was great Nick , I’m digging the style and upgrade in production value . This is a very professional and well put together video and lot of great info here . I was going to bring up the WiiU but I see Wes already beat me to it . It was crazy that the year the Switch came out like in a 10 month period like over 25 tg16 games trickled into the WiiU eShop . The only one I bought on the virtual console so far has been New Adventure Island . Great work man , keep it up.

Great video just gained a sub. I remember when I used to pickup TG16 lots on ebay back in 2004 that would give you a full working system and a few games for $30. I am glad I picked up my systems back then but I regret not getting a pc engine or core grafx because the TG16 is just a bulky mess for my current setup and would have preferred those. Anyways look forward to the next vid!

Can't wait for the mini!

I really love my TG16 Mini, so many great games on it.

I would love if they still produced games for this system and mastered how to push this system to it's limits!

“Not a lot of legal options” boy did that line crack me up. TG16 can literally be played on a 3DS and it emulates it well. Plus, like, a toaster can play these games as well.

Liked the video. Subbed after watching. Commenting because you asked. I’d consider collecting TG16 only because it was the unicorn growing up and it’s got only 138 games. I look forward to watching more content just like this from you.

Just ordered a American Turbografx-16 on Ebay have had one since 1992 but sold it. Ready to start collecting again

Great video man, so much information. I have never owned a TG16. I played it at my friends house growing up, but that was the only time. I wasn't really introduced to it again till much later in life. Mostly being because it was expensive so a lot of kids parents couldn't afford it and just bought a SNES or Sega at the time. There is no way I can afford to collect for it now, but do enjoy the games via my SNES Classic system, which a friend modded for me

Konami is making a TurboGrafix 16 mini also PC engine and Core Grafix check the RU-vid trailer

This was fantastic Nick. How can the CD add-on result in a dead system? Does it overload and burst the caps or something? The overall trends seem to point to a... CRASH!!! Haha ok not really but not nearly keeping the exponential rates like they had in the last decade. I’d be hesitant to collect for a system that is subject to so many problems and system failures. Emulation is the savior!

PC Engine Mini is coming .

Good video! I have recently bought a Duo-r that was recapped, RGB and region modded from Japan. I picked up 10 x Turbografx 16 boxed games, and a couple of PC Engine games (Street Fighter Championship Edition and Operation Wolf). I also picked up the arcade Hucard to play to Neo Geo ports down the line. It's a great system, and one that I had always wanted for the last 30 years! I just wish I had picked it up years ago, as prices do seem to be rising. The Japanese PC engine equivalents though are quite a bit cheaper than the Turbografx 16 games! :)

In about 1996 my mom bought a new tg16 system from a rental store they never used for $25 because they were clearing out all their stock to do with that particular system and I was lucky enough to get one that had never been used and they had all the best games for $3 devil's/alien crush splatterhouse,ninja spirit,bloody wolf,neutooia,bonk, legendary axe,military madness the list goes on and the games were totally complete with the cardboard box the CD style case went in.

Nice rundown! I'm an old timer so as far as suggestions go I wouldn't mind seeing a video on Commodore 64/128, Amiga, or classic Atari collecting. That said, I really enjoyed this one, a lot of in the weeds details I haven't seen much of elsewhere. Keep up the good work!

I still have my TurboGrafx and Turbobooster plus. Fingers crossed that it stays healthy.

It's a great machine. I have a large collection and a Duo, but I've started to use emulation for everything the last few years.

Glad I got my turbo Grafx and CD back in the 90's when they were cheap. My library and hardware has expanded since. I would eventually get an express and super Grafx along with the everdrive preloaded with all hucard roms and some extras. Also got an arcade card for my turbo cd which allows me to play all 3 CD turbo formats.

really interesting video

You were kind of right with your comments of common turbografx issues. I repair/mod these systems so I can inform. US Turbografx systems do NOT suffer from Bad capacitors. In fact, they are very reliable(other than the built in RF jacks). Here is a list of the systems that do NOT suffer from Bad capacitors. US TurboGrafx, jp pc engine, jp coregrafx 1&2, jp pce shuttle, jp Duo-r and rx, and jp super grafx. Here is a list of all the turbo grafx and PC engine variations that do suffer from Bad capacitors. Duo systems(both us and jp. Black case), turbo Express / PC engine GT portable, gray super CD-ROM 2 CD drive, PC engine LT, white PC engine CD ROM 2 drive and some black tg-16 CD-ROM drives. All of these systems can end up being very reliable once the capacitors and other standard maintenance is done.

NEC made one of the first microchips, the size of a strand of hair.

This is why I'll get the Analogue Duo for $200 and the Turbo Everdrive for $80 ($95 if including the 32gb Micro SD card)...

Great video mah dude! I got myself a turbo grafx a few years back, but never really invested in getting much for it. ...For some pretty obvious reasons lol. Just a side note, watch out for black frames while editing. I noticed one at 1:54-1:55. I'll let it slide this time, because I've seen hollywood do worse :P

Fantastic video. Kanye's unreleased album had me wondering what a turbografx 16 is

This is why you get it through a modded system like I did

The TG-16 is such a nightmare to collect for. Absolutely enjoyed the support the Nintendo eshop put out for it--way more worth the money and effort. Also, I snickered when you mentioned the low level games not cracking the $20 spot because it's like yeah...don't come to OUR neck of the woods--these people around here slap $30 on Keith Courage and mouth off when you question them... I'd love for Hudson to just say to hell with it and put out a TG-16 Classic, fully packed with all the games. LOL

I can never collect for the turbo Graphics at the time because I spent all my money on Sega Genesis stuff The Grey video that's crazy how much money people will pay for some of these games I better just emulate some of them if I can't afford them I think everybody should at least enjoy a game no need to pay that kind of money for game just enjoy it and I don't understand why somebody would dislike this video this is a very good quality video good job you should deserve more

I still have mine when I bought it years ago and the turbo express

The Turbo tap supports up to 5 controllers not 4.

I just found a TG16 console in my attic. Fixing to restore it

The Turbo-Grafx-16 has a capacitor problem like the Original Xbox has a clock capacitor problem they leak acid over time

New sub just wanted to know the game at the end of your video it looked great. Turbo Duo is the only way to go!

Got a console new in the box for either $20 or $25 in 1996 from a video store that never even rented it out.And about 30 complete used games from the same place,and I mean the good ones(splatter house, ninja spirit,alien and devil's crush,bloody wolf)and many others.

The available emulators for these roms are stellar.

CIB copy of Magical Chase runs $13,000 CAD on eBay as of typing this comment so thats one big reason right there

.....and for that reason decided to get a Turbo Everdrive for it

I wish I still had mine. The graphics were way better than the Sega. The one thing that did concern me was wear of the gold contacts on the cards.

All I have is Keith Courage

Im so happy i bought everything between 2008-2011 through ebay from japan sites.. was CHEAP AF 6 turbo duos in box that cost me less than 500 bucks and literlaly all the games from japan

Funny. If I started collecting back in the late 90s, everything would have been dirt cheap. Everybody was all about the Play Station and N64. The 8 & 16-bit games were practically given away in garage sales or store bargain bins. Ah well, at least the mini is coming out soon. BTW, something can't lose 160% in value. If that were true, a game worth $100 would then be worth -$60. Instead of selling it to you for $100, I'd have to GIVE it to you and an extra $60 as well.

*Get a Mini for $100 a pop now people!* 💡

I had a Turbografx in 1991, then later got the CD add on and in 1992 got the TurboDuo to replace them, and picked up the Turbo Express when it lowered to $199 and offered 5 free games. Unfortunately I had to sell off my collection in 2010 after a job loss and a break up with my ex. I’ve recently been acquiring games again and this time mostly opting for the PC engine. I’m mainly buying HuCards off eBay, and getting Reproductions of the CD games. Now I don’t own a PCengine, Turbografx or a Duo…. But I will be getting the Analogue Duo to play these titles. I know this isn’t a common method of collecting but it’s how I want to do it. I’m able to buy mostly new software via reproductions and a brand new console that will play everything in one system. And I can supplement what PCE works doesn’t make with clean like new or even in some cases new/sealed vintage pieces. I’m not going with Turbografx North American titles for the most part because they are just ridiculously expensive now, and I had that style of media for 20 years, so I’m happy to get the Japanese variants plus they have better packaging and art design in my opinion. I do have a couple US copies though (splatter house and ninja spirit) anyways, that’s my rant…. Maybe it helps someone else wanting to get into this and seems put off by the pricing.

Back in the day I had one of these. I was dissappointed with the games at the time so I sold it. I regret that.

The Turbo Grafx 16 is not what I would call compact. If you add the CD ROM, it becomes almost unwieldy looking. The PC Engine and Core Grafx were really small. I wonder if the price is going to bottom out with the new mini consoles. I'm a Neo Geo AES/MVS collector that's thought about getting into this machine. I also collect for the Sega Saturn and the PlayStation. I did just order *yesterday, a Core Grafx Mini from Japan. I'm pretty stoked that I'm going to get a chance to play these games.

I never had the TG16 growing up, but I was aware of it. I've played a few of the games on my Raspberry Pi, and they're pretty cool. A few years ago I heard about this thing called the PC Engine, and when I looked it up I was surprised to see that it was the Japanese name for the TG16. I liked the PC Engine's name and design better. The TG16 is a bit bulky for my taste. If I had my choice, the top console to get the Classics treatment would be the PC Engine. I love mini consoles, and I would buy a PC Engine Classic for sure!

Really happy to see Konami releasing a TurboGrafx classic. Hopefully it will get hacked, so we can play the entire game library on it.

I REALLY wanted to collect for the turbo, but I just can't with those prices. I LOVE shmups, but I can't be dropping so much cash on each individual game

I love my Turbografx, but it really is the game system for collectors. I bought three games, just the hu cards, and it still cost me 90 dollars.

I've got a pristine, unopened TurboGrafx 16 still in its original packaging, and I'm uncertain whether I should sell it or hang onto it.

Im glad i didn't trade in or sale my turbografx 16 or turbo CD 👍

20k for that thing? Dang... You nerds are too serious about collecting dust.

I would love to own a TurboGrafx 16

The Turbo Grafx 16 mini will lower the price of many of the expensive games, especially if you mod the new mini system which hopefully will be possible as all the other mini systems can be moded, if that's the case then you can actually add ALL the games for the TG16 onto your new mini.

I have a PC-Engine Core Grafx and 8 games 7 of them are shmups... PC-Engine HuCards aren't that bad with most of the good ones not costing really any more than current AAA games for modern platforms. Sure I blew $140 on Soldier Blade but that was it for games over $100 for me.

wow should have kept mine

If I had the disposable income I would relaunch this with all the good games with a upgrade in graphics and hardware but keep it a 2d system! Imagine all those great 2d games with hi def graphics like blazing lasers, bonk, lord of thunder etc.

I have a turbo express. I didn't buy it though, a former friend found it at a yard sale for a dollar and gave it to me a a gift when we were still friends. I opened it up a few years ago and capacitors were fine but the cable connecting the screen to the board was coming apart a bit which explained why the screen turned on but didnt work. I want to repair it but I don't know a lot about electronics yet so I dont know what to sreach to find it myself. Could one of you kind people in the comments point me in the right direction?

It kills me that the Wii Shop is getting shut down as this was my only means to play those games. I'm hoping a "mini" console is released with the games. I don't mind emulation. I ain't paying that kind of cash, especially considering the maintenance headaches involved.

just magical chase game is over 2000. i think maybe u underestimate ? it depends if you talk about complete games or new ones also... there can be a huge difference between loose and nib.

I own one with only 5 games Devil crush Neutopia Dragon spirit Kieth courage Legendary ax 2

Bought a coregrafx and super sd system 3

Next-generation Turbografx 16/PC Engine teaming up with Sega please.

As an ex owner of a modded pc engine dou yeah this system was a huge money pit fun but definitely a pit.

oh my fking god i have the kit compled

If you buy something for "bragging rights" you deserve to get ripped off

If you want to play tg16 games just get a refurbished duo and get an everdrive.

3:18 good lord man use some pliers

Oh...you want to see expensive? Do a video on the Neo Geo AES. As an SNK collector I can tell you it has been the biggest money sink in my life. My Saturn and PlayStation collections pale in comparison. Games like Panzer Dragoon Saga, Burning Rangers, and Dragon Force are run of the mill cheap compared to some of SNK's titles. Even the cheapest hit in the low hundreds.

Turbo gang ✊🏽

Then came Covid. Hold my Beer! Lol

If you're including every game ever made for the system in that $20k figure, and especially if you're basing prices off of the more recent, second-hand market, then it'd be far cheaper than most systems' entire game libraries, including the NES... Just not really an important metric at all, and quite misleading.

Guess I shouldn’t have sold mine🙄

I wish I never sold mine. Stupid alcoholism.

Had one since it came out with like 20 games my stupid brother gave it away pissed🤬

I have one

how can you lose 160 % of your value?

There's a reason ppl are getting out of collecting.

I traded my TurboGrafx16 and about 10 games for some weak ass crack back in '91. SO STUPID.

This was the only console I ever returned. I bought it and literally took it back the same day. Got the genesis instead. Glad I did lol

I love me a bit of Magical Case!

The Japanese version is cheaper!!! 80 DOLLARS!!!

4:18 Magical Case

That is the most corniest price I've ever seen I'd rather smash it with a metal bat then even thinking about paying that.

Rich people with no morals ruined retro gaming. There, I summed it up. No need for the video.

This video is just full so miss-information. Hard to watch