Sega Saturn

[gameoverDude]

Galactic Attack (aka Layer Section/Gun-Lock/Rayforce)
Darius Gaiden
Shienryu
Dodonpachi
Metal Black
Darius II
Gun Frontier
Sega Rally (IMO better than the Dreamcast sequel, since it holds its framerate)
Daytona CCE (Japanese version preferably)
any Capcom Generations pack
Super SFII Collection
Soukyugurentai
Battle Garegga

There are others, but it'd take me all night to list 'em

[Tain]

Off the top of my head...

Virtual On - Asstastic port, but still kinda-sorta fun.

Virtua Cop series - I've been playing these lately. Good stuff.

[Gooch]

Originally posted by Lhadatt
- What games are good for it?

http://millartime.com/videogames/segasaturn.htm

[OmegaFlareX]

Originally posted by Lhadatt
- What model is this? 2nd? 3rd?

It's probably the 2nd model since there's that "A" tacked onto the model number. I never bothered to look before now, but upon inspection mine appears to be a launch system (June 1995, MK-80000). Are the Power/Reset buttons circular or oval-shaped? If they're oval-shaped like mine, it's a model 1. If they're round, it's a later model.

- What do I need to play imports?
- What's that 4-in-one cart stuff about?

From what I've heard, the 4-in-1 works great as an import/RAM upgrade cart, but the save feature isn't known for its reliability. If you're not interested in the fighting games (which would pretty much negate the need for a 4MB RAM cart), save yourself a few bucks and get an ST-Key cartridge. NCS sells them for $10. It allows you to play imports, but that's all it does.

As for saving games, a fresh battery for the system backup will do fine if you don't want to get the 4-in-1. I think the capacity is 400 or 500 blocks. The biggest save file I have is Radiant Silvergun, which is 60-something. All the rest are no more than half that (Parodius Deluxe Pack takes only 3 ).

If you can find a local place that will install a region switch (or if you're willing to ship your Saturn to NCS), I'd highly reccomend doing that. Then, you can get official Sega 4MB RAM and Save carts, and you'll be all set.

- What games are good for it?

All sorts. If you like shooters, you've picked one of the best systems for the genre. Same with fighting and other arcade games. Just poke around on the web a bit - there's plenty of info on Saturn games.

[Yamcha]

Originally posted by Lucas Barton

oh, and im gonna go out of my way to tell you to stay away from NiGHTS. everyone here will tell you otherwise, but the game is jokingly over rated. just not fun.

Dude, April Fool's Day is long over.

Greatest game of all time = NiGHTS.

[Werewolf]

Originally posted by Lhadatt
- What else goes into that port? All I see is a big hole with a connector in the back.

Originally posted by MechDeus
Nothing else, just the battery.

Wrong

Originally posted by Captain Vegetable
Nothing. It's a big damned waste of space.

Not true, and your wrong too...

I'm I the only one who actually has a VCD card in my Sega Saturn here... that is what goes in the port/slot where the battery is

[Lhadatt]

Originally posted by OmegaFlareX
It's probably the 2nd model since there's that "A" tacked onto the model number. I never bothered to look before now, but upon inspection mine appears to be a launch system (June 1995, MK-80000). Are the Power/Reset buttons circular or oval-shaped? If they're oval-shaped like mine, it's a model 1. If they're round, it's a later model.

They are circular. I was guessing it's a 2nd model due to the "A" as well.

You've all been very helpful. Thanks!

[MechDeus]

Originally posted by Werewolf
I'm I the only one who actually has a VCD card in my Sega Saturn here... that is what goes in the port/slot where the battery is

Just because you could stash money or weed bags in there doesn't mean they're supposed to go there.

[Kinopio]

The saturn is home to SEGA's best game and SEGA's most overated. They are Panzer Dragoon Saga and NiGHTS, respectively.

[Werewolf]

Originally posted by MechDeus
Just because you could stash money or weed bags in there doesn't mean they're supposed to go there.

No the weed goes in the PS2, I stuff the cash in the... damn I don't have any cash left, who took the 3DO!