I bought a Nomad today

[Tommy Tallarico]

I picked up a Sega Nomad at a pawn shop today, and I'm kind of curious to know more about it. I know that it's a portable Genesis, and that's about it. Now, I know someone here knows everything there is to know about them, like battery life, bascially anything you can tell.

So, lay your knowledge upon me.

[Jeremy]

Battery life- For too short, maybe three hours of use, tops. Defitely pick up either a rechargable pack, which tend to be pricey, or an AC adapter. I believe the AC adapter for the Genesis 2 works with the Nomad. I use an AC adapter for the Nomad 99% of the time, and they're great. The cord length for them is nice and long, and gives you plenty of slack.

Screen- It's got a decent backlit screen. Some blurring problems can occur, for Sonic games, it kinda adds to the whole thrill of the game, for things like RPGs, or anything text-intensive, it can be problematic.

Button layout- Fantastic, the decision to go with the Genesis' 6-button controller stuff was fantastic. The six face buttons are all easy to reach, and quite responsive as well.

System girth- It's the biggest portable I've ever seen, which isn't really a bad thing. It feels sturdy, and it is. The girth doesn't make the system uncomfortable to hold, which is nice, and is ideal for those who find the GBA to be too small.

Recommended games- these are games that I've found play very well on the Nomad, I usually include a "for Nomad owners" section in my Genesis reviews, and this it taken from that, to an extent.

Sonic the Hedgehog (series)
Dr. Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine
Streets of Rage (Series)
NHL 94
Mutant League Hockey
Toughman
Lethal Enforcers (series)
Vectorman (series)
Golden Axe
Saturday Night Slam Masters
any Street Fighter game
Mickey Mania
Virtua Fighter 2

I've also got a Nomad buyer's guide that I made somewhere on either this computer, or my old one. If you'd like to see it, I can fetch it.

[sphere79]

Originally posted by AFX
Now, I know someone here knows everything there is to know about them, like battery life, bascially anything you can tell.

If you don't have an AC adaptor - GET ONE! If I recall the batteries usually last about 2-3 hours. Although I believe if you have a Genesis 2 laying around it takes the same AC adaptor and video cables, so you can plug it into a TV and go. I pull mine out for trips every now and then but that's about it. How much did you pay for it? Those things are on the rare side 'cause they were only available from Toys R' US ( at least initialy ) and they were originaly at least $200, possibly more ( anyone remember? ). And yea, there will be some bluring and some games that just weren't made for a small screen which may be hard to play.

[gamevet]

I've had my Nomad for about 6 years. The Nomad Battery pack lasts about 2 hours. I would'nt say it lasts anywhere near 3 hours.


Games that have fast moving graphics tend to blur. I would'nt suggest a game like Sonic the Hedgehog, but games like Phantasy Star II or Shining Force work great.

[Josh]

My Nomad, with Gunstar Heroes in it occupies a place of honor on top of my toilet.

One of the better purchases I've made.

[Tommy Tallarico]

It actually came with the rechargable battery pack, an AC adapter, and a case. It's kind of cool, and I don't see them around much, so I think I got a steal on it.

[gamevet]

Originally posted by AFX
It actually came with the rechargable battery pack, an AC adapter, and a case. It's kind of cool, and I don't see them around much, so I think I got a steal on it.

With the software lineup available, at such a low cost, the Nomad is one excellent portable. Sounds like you got a nice deal on the Nomad. Congrats!

[Tommy Tallarico]

Originally posted by gamevet
With the software lineup available, at such a low cost, the Nomad is one excellent portable. Sounds like you got a nice deal on the Nomad. Congrats!

Thanks. They usually go for like 50 on Ebay, don't they?

[Lhadatt]

You may want some of this stuff: http://search.stores.ebay.com/search...mad&srchdesc=y

[gamevet]

Originally posted by Lhadatt
You may want some of this stuff: http://search.stores.ebay.com/search...mad&srchdesc=y

Nice link. Luckily my screen is in perfect shape. I had no idea you could just replace the screen overlay. I thought you'd have to replace the shell to do such a thing.