I modded my Sega Dreamcast in 2020... | GDEMU and Dreamcast Shell Replacement

[@leonardm1333]

Awesome video! Thanks man! It's a super strange coincidence that this video popped up in my recommended feed this morning while I am literally in the middle of modding my Dreamcast. I'm loving that deep blue translucent case btw.

[@Restalgia]

Thanks for checking out the video. There are a whole bunch of sick color options for it. I linked them in the description.

[@MegaManNeo]

Having a fully modded GDEmu enabled Dreamcast with DCHDMI output sure is awesome. Always to buy a second one just to do that as my discs yet are not affected from disc rot.

[@MegaManNeo]

@KT Discs hold longer if you treat these well. Still, there are some here and there which already rot well within your life time.

[@NIVO1972]

That blue shell is pretty slick!

[@Restalgia]

Yeah i love this one. I was considering a transparent purple one, but there was also a really sweet transparent cherry red one too.

[@ultrasteveg]

Nice work! Thanks for the link, and that looks awesome!

[@carlosrivera1184]

The Dreamcast is pure nostalgia so many good games

[@EdBriceFi]

It gives me anxiety that work....lol..but is a beatiful shell. I would like to see that mod back in 2001, when I was teen.. Great job as always, Steve. Cheer!!

[@Restalgia]

Thanks Edgardo. This was actually very easy to do. One of my favorite mods I've done so far

[@ultrasteveg]

Oh, and now you have that in there, I recommend the unreleased (but finished) port of Propeller Arena!

[@Restalgia]

I'll have to find me a copy and try it out

[@deathscythe2843]

Per usual Steve, you are my hero! My little brother just showed me his Dreamcast with the gdmu. Then you decide to post this video the day after. I suppose it's time to dig out my extra DC. I'm definitely interested in watching more videos on Dreamcast mods and such. Thanks again goodsir!

[@TampaTec]

I loved my sega dreamcast so under rated I wished it had more support. Speed devils was my favorite. Great mod 👍

[@BFKAnthony817]

Still has support in the form of Indie titles released for it. In fact, the Dreamcast has gotten new retail games for it every single year since it has been out since 98, except for 2011. That was unfortunately a dry year for Indie releases, but homebrew was still released during that year. But I know what you meant. Even if they only stuck in there and called it quite a year or 2 later, so many more great games would have continued to come out for it.

[@UnqualifiedCritics]

My dude I'll never forgive PS2 for burying the glorious Dreamcast. Nice video and my picks are pretty mainstream but they're still my faves: Shenmue, Skies of Arcadia, Jet Grind

[@Restalgia]

Thanks brother. I appreciate it. Gonna do a mode video next :)

[@Essu_]

That wasn't really the PS2s fault. SEGA and their decisions late in the game with Genesis, as well as the Saturn and the bridges they burned with it are what killed the Dreamcast. The thing was doomed to fail from the beginning. Especially in the west.

[@davidanderson220]

nice work man . dont have a dreamer anymore to mod myself but the berserk game based off the anime is a classic

[@HenshinCosplay]

I can't seem to find any shells that have all the Sega Logos on it. When you bought it did it not have the Sega marks on the picture maybe for copyright stuff?

[@Ritcchelle]

This is my doubt...

[@Ozzie314]

I've thought about this for awhile now. May make the jump since this video has pretty much convinced me to mod my DC

[@Restalgia]

Its beyond worth it man

[@tonyf5695]

Excellent video, many thanks, and yes please, any further mods would be very welcome in particular one for HDMI, great stuff, thanks again

[@lookitskazzy]

Didn't know they were selling replacement cases with the logos silkscreened on. Crazy times we live in. Thanks for making this video!

[@samuelbx]

Look forward to your terraonion video and hdmi

[@jet9385]

Jesus man I'm good just to have that shell! Beautiful.

[@Restalgia]

Isn't it though? I was stuck between this, the purple or the cherry red case 😍😍😍

[@muckypup-riot]

Fav Dreamcast games.... Grandia 2 and skies of arcadia

[@Restalgia]

Those are some awesome titles

[@RonaldDorsinator]

Definitely thinking bout investing in a modded Dreamcast

[@dallase1]

I've almost totally customized my Dreamcast, I replaced the shell with a clear case that does not have the compatible with Microsoft Windows SE logo on it,installed a Clone GDEMU,added the LaserbearGDEMU 3D Printed Shell and replaced the Power Supply with the PSU. The only thing left I still desire to do is replace the controller port board with the one that has the fuse that can re reset.

[@RDJ134]

i would love to see a video on a HDMI port, also Sturmwind is a must play if your like SHMUPS. I am jalous, great looking system :)

[@Restalgia]

I'll definitely try that game. Thanks for the suggestion

[@diegoi7]

3:28 is this triangle build in ABS plastic? Will this part not turn yellowed in the future?

[@raikoh05]

Now that you started on this journey, might as well get HDMI and a noctua fan in there

[@Restalgia]

I think I might in a follow up video :)

[@Tsigarinho]

@@Restalgia Hi i am trying to understand something here. I followed your guide and did the mod with resistors. I added 3 resistors of 1kohm 1/4W. I can't understand how i will understand that my dreamcast is overheating? When overheating dreamcast do i get any message on screen? Didn't have any problem before but i did it just to be sure that i am safer that way.

[@Restalgia]

@@Tsigarinho nope nothing will display on the console. What happens is the power supply just operates at a high temperature. Like it gets a fair amount hotter. The problem here can, over time, brown out or burn out the power supply much quicker. The resistors act as a safe guard.

[@Tsigarinho]

@@Restalgia ok thank you very much.

[@UberStarFkr]

Dont need the fan mod with that proper sdcard mount as it will keep the airflow as original. Also I'd like to add, the heat from the absence from a 12v load is highly debatable as being as great as a difference as some mention. I personally think its because in the early days before the trays where being made, folks were simply installing the Gdemu bare which allows a lot of dead space for the airflow from the fan to dissipate before it reaches the psu. With proper trays like you show, the air flow is now directed to the PSU as intended. So while the Dreamcast may get a tiny bit warmer, the factory fan should still be able to handle it.

[@Ridley1911]

Id keep the original controller port shell, i think it would look sexy af that way.

[@volvoguy804]

I need to purchase and add those resistors. I suspect mine has been overheating because sometimes during gameplay, the system resets and goes back to the gdemu menu. And audio will skip when relaunching a game before resetting.

[@SEGAGuys]

In your SD Maker for GDEMU folder I couldn’t help but notice the folder _MACOSX. Is there finally a version of this tool for Mac OS??? Thanks.

[@Restalgia]

No unfortunately not. I think I formated my sd card in my mac before I began the process is all and didn't trash it. 😅

[@haunteddeandollsuk]

power stone games were amazing

[@flyaway6671]

I wonder if there's a way to get the Dreamcast logo off the original case and stick it on the replacement?

[@flyinghighstudios1700]

Cool shit there man, we have a modified Xbox Original running Unleash X here at Flying High Studios.

[@Ritcchelle]

When i click on the shell replacement link it doesn't come with the Sega logo in silkscreen...

[@zeroxdogma]

That shell come with the front letters “windows CE”?? Every shell I see in ebay don’t have that letters.

[@Restalgia]

Yes it does

[@nemesisnine3297]

Please add blue LEDs to the controller ports. And get a blue controller and a blue vmu :)

[@holmz_e299]

That beat bounce 👌🔥🔥

[@Exitsing]

Hi, where did you get that "Compatible with Windows CE" sticker logo? Need that too

[@Restalgia]

Came on the shell out of the box

[@frankurmom8741]

Late to the party but that was great work, That said you're gonna wanna change that battery on the controller daughter board. That's no doubt dead or dying and can cause issues.

[@Ritcchelle]

The replacement shell in this link already came with the Sega logo? where did you find it with the words Sega and Microsoft Windows CE?

[@Jkoziol72577]

My SD card extension the cable or something was messed up and did not work I had to order a new one off of wish...because I would put the SD card into the gdm you and it would work but as soon as I put it into the 3D printed part it was giving me the red light on the board

[@Mr_Punter_2024]

can a NTSC/J console play PAL and NTSC/U ROMS on gdemu?

[@teeos]

the options menu at 11:28 had a 'region free' option, which would mean you can

[@SendPie94]

I'm stuck on the boot logo after installing my gdemu any ideas?

[@AdAce21]

Awesome mods dude! I just got a replacement DC with a gdemu installed. We'll see how it compares to my original one. As far as games go: Crazy Taxi 2, Tony Hawk 2, Tech Romancer, Skies of Arcadia, Project Justice, Soul Calibur, Giga Wing, Ikaruga, Power Stone 2, and Jet Grind Radio are can't miss.

[@asriazmi]

nice shell

[@shockwave.9749]

How are the SD extension cables? Read they can be pretty finnicky?

[@raikoh05]

It's beautiful

[@gavinlegge7619]

Where can I find the SD card maker for GDEMU ? I looked and can't find a working download link.

[@Restalgia]

www.reddit.com/r/dreamcast/comments/ao38wq/sd_card_maker_for_gdemu_110_by_madsheep/?

[@Mutato-]

355 challenge is my favorite DC game.

[@samuraispiritsx]

Great looking build, Power stone 2 DOA2 Sonic adventure 2 Capcom VS SNK 2 and a really great version of Street fighter 2 is on this system, its called Super Street Fighter II X for Matching Service.

[@justincollins7160]

In the video you referenced retrogamesultra instructions on the 12volt bypass. In their instructions they said to use three 1Kohm 1/4W resistors. In your video you said that you were using three 1/2 watt resistors. Is there a reason why you chose the 1/2 watt. Or was that a slip of the tongue. I'm wanting to order the best option for the mod. Please advise.

[@Restalgia]

Responded to you in PM on FB

[@benf6757]

Do we use 1/4 or 1/2?

[@Tsigarinho]

About the resistors. 1) Is the same on PAL consoles too? 2) I also have the DreamPSU. Is the same procedure?

[@Restalgia]

1. Yep 2. Yep shouldnt change anything about that install.

[@NIXIEPIXIE]

curious as to why you didnt go with the version 1.15b which is a new revision of the gdemu?

[@AmartharDrakestone]

It's still funny hearing someone say "PCB board".

[@Restalgia]

LOL I caught that i did that in one part after I pushed it out of post and was kicking myself 🤣😂🤣

[@thename2472]

@@Restalgia hi I would love to pay you to do this for me can you give me a price for dreamcast and the games plus labor I would gladly pay you I am VERY serious can you let me know and I can send you my contact information if your willing

[@randyiron2]

I found your video while looking up info on custom Dreamcast shells and installing gdemu. You did a very good job at explaining everything in a very efficient manner. I always did like your no BS straight to the point content. Thanks for the video, it’s helped out greatly.

[@arcadealchemist]

the last GREAT console

[@eclectictraveler9073]

Thanks for the tutorial, so do you really need a VMU for saving state game?

[@HarukaMorishima]

Any plans on changing the capicitors on the psu and motherboard? As for hdmi, dan is going to be restocking the kit at his store early this month if you decide to.

[@Restalgia]

I am hoping to get my hands on one for sure

[@armisael82]

Is there a link where to get the resistors?

[@jeffbanfieldsflwr3537]

700th like. Great video brother.

[@jengelenm]

I only know Revolt. But played it tons of times. On PC then, but it's the same game.

[@r4v3n23]

hi dude very cool video you did and nice looking mod Just wanna tell you my favorite Dreamcast game ever (i know it's a weired one ;-)) is *WETRIX* but there are a lot just a inch behind that one i wanna mansion is Bass fishing with the fishing controller and The House of the Dead Liked and subscribed keep it up stay save

[@10120003]

Can you do a video on restoring to controller input fix or update or Ahmad of it because for some reason when I plug in my Dreamcast controller to the one of the ports it disconnects himself over time it will be great to have a real full detailed tutorial on that

[@MattNigrelli]

Where can I get a damn shell with the Sega and windows ce logos? I swear they don't exist.

[@VansterX]

Now you just need the StrikerDC clear blue controller.

[@Restalgia]

I've been on the fence. Have you tried them out? Are they worth the investment

[@VansterX]

@@Restalgia I haven't tried mine yet but just holding it it feels solid. I have played with the N64 controller by the same people and if the StrikerDC is of the same quality then I'd say it's a must buy. The clear controllers were just announced if you want to check out there website. Retro Fighters

[@Restalgia]

@@VansterX I will! Thanks man!!

[@VansterX]

@@Restalgia No problem, if you get one I hope it exceeds expectations.

[@ImmaBeast713]

Sounds like we have to start by looking for a version 1 DC

[@juansebastiansierracuellar9598]

Hi, after more than a year having those resistors within the PSU, what is your opinion in regards?

[@Restalgia]

So far so good. Doesn't overheat even with hours of continuous play. I'm happy with it so far. Keep an eye out, I have a really dope new dreamcast mod coming!

[@1776Sledge]

Where can I get the resistor?

[@wadeanderson9032]

What is the best site to get all the games from

[@chrisross4157]

Great video. Is there any perceived difference between the original and clone GDEMU’s when it comes to gameplay or user experience?

[@Restalgia]

Not between gameplay and UI/UX but its important to note, you cannot update the firmware on the clones. So you are stuck on the software version they provide, including any potential bugs

[@chrisross4157]

Good to know. Thanks for the info.

[@carblazer31672]

Did that shell come from Australia? I've had one of those as well as a gdemu clone saved on eBay for months. Just wasn't sure if the quality of the case was worth the price.

[@Restalgia]

Yep from Australia and its really really high grade. Honestly looks and feels OEM

[@BFKAnthony817]

@@Restalgia The guy who makes these is from China, and he works at an electronics company that specializes in injection molded plastics. So it really was made as a 1.1 copy. I guess they took molds of the original and replicated it. But they only allow a few people to sell them. I wish we could buy direct from China and save some on shipping. The Aussie seller has to mark the product up some to make up for the shipping and just being a middleman.

[@peace1177]

Phantasy Star Online ver 2 is my favourite game! My DC broke this morning.... now I'm very curious about this because the disc spinning and being read is what broke my DC.

[@НикитаНовиков-ю8ы]

Знающие люди подскажите, приобрёл эмулятор привода, флешка на 128g Samsung в fat 32, при запуске чёрный экран затем через минуту логотип и через 3-5 минут меню приставки с надписью "вставьте диск" (либо что то подобное). Перепаивал разьем питания, разъём привода, поменяна батарейка, заменён блок питания специально для gdemu, эмулятор привода неоднократно устанавливал в дрим под всякими углами. На плате имеется индикатор при включении он моргает с периодичностью в 1-2 секунды. Материнская плата полностью совместима с gdemu.

[@vidadegamer7235]

Perfect Dreamcast ;)

[@nopenop1495]

Does it still run the Bleem games?

[@jdbaker1989]

Skies of Arcadia is amazing! Would love to see how to use the vmu to save your games on this coupled with the fact that games like sonic adventure and skies of Arcadia use the vmu for Easter egg/bonus features. Would love to see how that would with with this type of mod!!

[@yournightmare9999]

I have black dreamcast sport edition and i wanna keep it without mod original. But this is cool idea

[@Restalgia]

Yeah i wouldn't mod a special edition console. Those black sport editions ones look sharp AF

[@Veeb0rg]

Instead of adding the resistors you can just remove the 12v regulator from the PSU. Unscrew and unsolder or just clip the legs. One less thing on the PSU to generate heat.

[@js100serch]

I want that shell!!!, How can I get one of those?, All I can find are similar ones but from china, and they don't have the Sega and dreamcast logos

[@nemesisnine3297]

I just painted my shell with a #1 paint can... $110 for a shell is a nay for me.

[@Restalgia]

Its not cheap, but its pretty nice, and this is the only way to get that transparent look 😁

[@S.Grenier]

I'm in a similar situation, with 2 Dreamcast and one that sadly started giving me reading issues last week. Do you feel it's worth paying the extra money for the MODE, or are you fully satisfied with the GDEMU clone so far ? Also, if you do make that future video on HDMI mod for the DC, would you consider including that Noctua fan mod everyone is raving about ? I've been curious as to whether or not it makes such a notable difference.

[@S.Grenier]

@@Retr0N1x Thanks for the reply, I think I'll go the gdemu route too. The price difference with MODE is indeed pretty substantial, and I could use that money to further mod the DC instead.

[@Restalgia]

So far I'm happy with the GDEMU tbh. I noticed depending on the SD card I used, it would freeze, but that's solved by swapping to a different brand and hasn't been an issue since. I have plans for a future video, so perhaps I'll do the fan mod as well.

[@koffieleut]

Oof, I've modded my Dreamcast in 2018. Changed the PSU, used a gdemu, build a VGA mod and build in a rpi0 for online gaming. It only cost me 2 days without a sponsorship. And about 55 bucks at a whole.

[@MrUnknownName]

Good review of this GDEMU, but I suggest you choose different music in the video intro. Hip-hop beats is generic on KZbin. 👍🏽

[@SuperRobertson79]

GD eemyou! Why not simply EMU like short for emulation!?

[@lordeilluminati]

because it is not an emulator of the whole system, it is a emulator of the GD-ROM drive, that is why it is called GDEMU.

[@Retrobution]

only if there was a way to increase vmu memory with a micro sd! i also sorted out my dreamcast, with a rechargable ml2032 internal battery, new fuse, gdemu, dreampsu but kept the original case however i did put in a nice blue power led which i recommend for your case, you cant get enough blue then haha

[@lexsteel12]

That is a very nice mod. I actually own two Dreamcasts myself. One of them I can play my backup games without the need for a mod chip. But this looks easy enough to do. I may do this mod to one of my dreamcast's. How would you add sn hdmi port?

[@Restalgia]

There is a solder in kit which is a bit more advanced and not usually recommended for entry level modders. Ill hopefully be making a video in the near future.

[@Tailslol]

Oof your console need the fan mod and the power supply change to avoid problems with the gd emu.you can probably add the battery and fuse mod . Outside this, not bad.

[@Restalgia]

I've got an updated video coming

[@jonresanovich154]

Thank you

[@AhCup]

How's the load time on the GD-Emu compare to the original GD-ROM or HDD mod?

[@Restalgia]

Its really quick. Fast then the gd rom drive (any way quiter). I have not compared speed to the hdd mod though.

[@shadowopsairman1583]

Rather keep the gdromdrive, have a firmware upgrade for DVD RWs possibly BDXLs

[@arcadealchemist]

3:20 when i modded my playstation with a case replacement it cost me like $18 bucks back in what 2000, like inflation really sucks guys

[@mikeymike3240]

Great video man, thanks for putting 🇬🇧 the uk address where to get the parts. Really nice of you . As I’m not computer savvy, could you please make me an sd card full of dc games and I would pay you for it and you’re time for doing it. I’ve always wanted to fit the gdmu but I don’t know how to fill the sd card properly. Any help would be greatly appreciated. If you actually read this.....thank you. 😎👍👍👍🇬🇧

[@Restalgia]

Yep i read the comments! Thanks for watching. In terms of the sd card, I really couldn't sell you anything as it would be illegal. But honestly using the software I did in the video was so easy. Id recommend trying it.

[@Shiniandkutie]

a sodder-free mod?!?!?!!? I wish i owned a Dreamcast so i could do this.

[@RaenYrtham]

Original GDEMUs can be bought for around 150$ from the original maker, you just have to lurk around his gdemu.wordpress.com blog to check when he's opening orders. BE AWARE, that GDEMU clones cannot be firmware updated. Doing so will brick your GDEMU clone, so if you buy a clone, you're stuck with that firmware version and possible bugs and erros it may contain.

[@dethslayer9258]

Found the GDEmu $20 cheaper on ebay. 5.15v

[@Restalgia]

Nice! I mentioned you can grab them on ebay if you are more patient and willing to wait until they arrive from the seller. The Amazon ones I linked to should be prime shipping.

[@joaobabler1584]

I want one

[@vfletes1]

I tried modding my DC twice and both times just ended up breaking both that was a waste of 300 bucks. Lol yet another reason why i don't try any more I much rather pay someone to do it...

[@topdog3557]

RE Code V

[@Restalgia]

The one and only!

[@jayceethechamp]

subscribe brother nice vid!

[@FatalCorleone07]

Are you Irish?

[@Restalgia]

Hahah I'm not. Is it the hairy arms you are asking about?

[@FatalCorleone07]

@@Restalgia nah, I thought I heard you say O words, "open" "closed" etc a little different lol

[@Restalgia]

@@FatalCorleone07 haha I'm canadian, so could be that

[@FatalCorleone07]

@@Restalgia OHH okay lol..nice DreamCast mod too

[@KB-ep6gy]

Too bad the shells run 80 bucks or more

[@calebb7012]

laser bear is seriously overpriced for Canadian buyers. Can easily find a 3d printed one on ebay that fits fine for far less than he sells them for.

[@TSHORYUKEN]

This colour reminds me most rare expensive model : DREAMCAST BIOHAZARD CODE: VERONICA CHRIS