Sega Saturn Reproductions

I talk a little about the kind of reproductions available for the Saturn, including my feelings on owning them, and a few I recently got my hands on. This isn't a video about how to burn Saturn games, nor is it a video showing how to play back ups.
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To enter the giveaway, just leave a message in the comments which one you want. It's that simple. Be sure to remember that you need a method to play back ups in order to enjoy them.
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Most of the music in this episode is from the game that is being shown at that time. The only exception is the PS1 segment, where the music is from Alone in the Dark.

[@SegaLordX]

The drawing will take place the evening of January 21st. Check here for the winners. Drawing is done. Winners: Robert Harris - Policenauts Foofan48 - Dragon Force II Contact me at [e-mail] for more info!

[@SEGASATURNSHIRO]

Thanks again for the shout, bro! Really appreciate your support.

[@SegaLordX]

No problem. You guys deserve some more attention.

[@allanau]

You did a great job reproducing them! Keep it up!

[@VidalSuperNinjaGaming]

How amazing it would be if Sega themselves started reprinting these games? With retro collecting becoming more and more trendy / expensive , I feel like they’d make a good buck on making new copies of games from past consoles. Look how well Nintendo does repackaging the same classics , over and over again .

[@SegaLordX]

It's been my hope for years that Sega would do limited runs on their classic games, even if they came at a premium.

[@hikaruk.981]

@@SegaLordX And then everybody remembers that they completely lost the Source Code to some of them (including Panzer Dragoon Saga)...

[@camrongraziano1254]

@@hikaruk.981 Why would source code matter? We just want SEGA to burn ISO's (bin/cue pick you image type) on silver CDs and print labels.

[@jefm32]

It would be amazing. Sadly also impossible due to expired licenses. From music, IP landed to other devs, etc. Besides, Sega it's not what it used to be. They don't care now.

[@applemctom]

Can you one day do a special on POINT & CLICK games on the Saturn? (Discworld I&II, Blazing Dragons, Myst, Riven, Policenauts, Frankenstein, Dark Seed I&II, Jewels of the Oracle maybe (or is that more a puzzle game?), Mansion of Hidden Souls, Return to Zork and probably some more I forgot and you do know...) Another idea: a special on Saturn RTS/SIMULATION games (Command & Conquer, WarCraft II, Z, Theme Park, SimCity 2000, The Tower/SimTower, once more you know probably a lot more than I do...)

[@djhenyo]

I'll give you a special on all of those games right now. They suck on Saturn because you can't control them with a mouse or touchscreen.

[@Robin-ie3ns]

Would love it if Sega (or anyone else really) started reprinting games for legacy systems. I have loads of self-made "backups" and printed NTSC-J inserts -- would happily buy the original games if they were still available for say $40, but can't really pay $300+ for disks that might be dead in a few years. Would love to be in the draw for a copy of Dragon Force 2 though :) and great channel btw!

[@pwnshhhop51]

Robin Oh man that would be awesome. The main reason I haven’t bought a Saturn yet is because a lot of the games I’d want for it are hundreds of dollars.

[@Nick_Nightingale]

I remember when Majesco rereleased SNES and Genesis games in the late 90s. They also released a third version of the Genesis.

[@CAPCOM784]

Limited Run kinda does that now but with newer systems.If company would step up and really push for making older games with good quality they could make a living doing it.

[@IamMarkSmith]

I don’t understand why someone like Sega doesn’t capitalize on the market for their legacy products. It’s another source of revenue with very little investment on their part outside of rereleasing their older games on newer hardware.

[@PuyoPuyoMan]

Reproductions of unreleased games is the absolute best I definitely agree there, especially as someone who really feels the need to play on original hardware. I never knew there was the option to get them in this nice quality for the Saturn though, definitely something I'll be looking into later. I'll have to aim to that Policenauts repro, thanks for doing this!

[@evolust]

Hi Sega Lord X, I also use Etsy for my Sega Saturn repro games. Great episode yet again. Top quality. I'd love to have Dragon Force 2 in English. Never knew it was translated. Very gracious of you to do giveaways.

[@themrnails]

Those high quality repro's are phenomenal! Thanks for the video.

[@JFlow2786]

themrnails shit am gonn begin doing reproduction now on Esty is insane 300 plus cd no way I rather get couple of games for 10$ each repro

[@KTJohnsonkidThunder]

I personally know the person behind Mega Box Reproductions. I've got a LOT of PCE and some Sega CD, PS2, and Dreamcast stuff from him.

[@sasquatchintime]

That custom Christmas Nights creation from Dave @SegaSaturnShiro is stunning!

[@reiddit]

Great video! As someone who is getting back into Saturn after years away from it, this was actually something I started to research a few days ago. Thank you for the great content! And I'd love to be entered in for Dragon Force II.

[@jcchaconjr]

Yet another great video! Sadly, reproductions are the only way to play some games, due to how difficult they are to get, not to mention that very few old games are sold digitally. I would rather enjoy the experience any way I can, rather than go broke trying to get some of those really expensive games. Anyway, I’d LOVE to get that copy of Policenauts, if I happen to be so lucky. :)

[@roocrew86]

copyright infringement is not theft, it is copyright infringement

[@stevencsk79]

Agreed. Love slx's videos and clicked on this immediately, could have done without the morality bit.

[@vidlink]

Agreed.

[@CAPCOM784]

@Bob Jones Your allowed to make a back-up of the game if you own that game same with blu-ray or dvd.

[@jeffersonia]

If pirating a game is theft, then taking someone's IP, doing a fan translation, and selling it is the same as selling a counterfeit product like designer clothes. In my book at least.

[@SegaLordX]

Didn't mean for the segment to come off as preaching morality, but rather explaining it in a common sense way that I tend to look at it. If companies like Sega, Capcom and Treasure, go out of their way to do modern versions of retrogames and nobody buys them, they aren't going to do very many more. At least nothing of substance. They absolutely see pirating games as theft, and consider such when thinking about classic releases. All I'm saying is that you MUST support retro releases(at least some of them) when they hit, or you can damn well bet you won't get many more. Money drives everything, and they have to see a return on an investment. I look at it with less impact when a game goes unreleased for 20 years with no future releases in sight. Nobody is making anything off those IP's, so what the hell is the difference.

[@EnygmaRecords]

I used to play the crap out of Dragon Force (I was nuts about WD in the 90's on the SCD and Saturn). I played all 8 campaigns multiple times and stayed up way too late playing that game, which led to my work habits of staying up too late in front of a screen, lol. As much as I played it, I'm sad to say (and somewhat surprised) I have never played the 2nd one.

[@linkbatboy0074]

I Would Love To Get A Long-Case Copy / Reproduction of POLICENAUTS!!! Just ordered the Soundtrack Vinyl-Print as a Christmas-Gift (DATA-DISC IS A SEGA-FANS DREAM!!) and now need this game, Finally!?? Hope to win the drawing!?? If not, no biggie! HUGE SEGA, CAPCOM, & TREASURE are my TOP 3 Developers for more than 30 years plus!!!!!! From Sega Genesis to the Last Days of the Dreamcast console era....... The Sega Saturn is my Definitively Favorite Sega Console & Controller of All-Time!!!..PERIOD Big Fan of your SEGA LORD X You-tube Channel and focus to educate everyone about SEGA!!! Thanks Again

[@briantaylorcloe7725]

The most replayable game ever! Working Designs was so awesome ... The memory card sticker was a teaser of the sequel, right? About time i finally played it - the English translation just finished up about a year ago 😻

[@petes1721]

Best retro gaming channel on KZbin and we all know that. I've not commented on a retro gaming vid in 10 years. Thanks SLX

[@zero-theaveragegamer1159]

Geez dude, you gave those games away? That's really awesome of you. Kudos, you just got yourself a subscriber. Only the third Channel I've ever subscribed to in the 11 years of youtubing.

[@lucasdamien7212]

Great video! I recently figured out the Pseudo Saturn mod and have had a blast making my own reproductions. I've even customized new disc covers and full dvd covers and inserts. I'm still experimenting so nothing for sale yet. It's more a learning experience. But it's great to have access to and explore all the Saturn games I missed out on as a kid!

[@mikeengeldinger9288]

I would be interested in the Policenauts repro. I have always wanted to play it, but never got around to it. I just got my 9 year old daughter into playing Sega Saturn games. She enjoys Darkstalkers while using an old Virtua Stick.

[@DreamcastQ]

Important info for us Saturn fans since such good games are so rare/expensive in English! I seriously learn something every single one of your videos.

[@clownprince88]

that policenauts looks terrific

[@paran0idpr0ducti0ns]

The Shining Force 3 with all the scenarios in English is a beauty! I'm from Portugal and would love to recieve one of those games! Keep up with the great work!

[@W3S3333]

Super Tempo, Tryrush Deppy (it looked cute), Panzer Dragoon Saga, Magic Knight Rayearth and several of other of my favorite Saturn games are just too rare and too expensive for me to experience without reproductions. Totally worth it. I love Super Tempo and Magic Knight Rayearth and consider them among my top Saturn games.

[@melvinblackburn195]

I own some of Mega Box Reproductions work, and those games and cases slot into my collection flawlessly and play seamlessly. The quality is off the charts.

[@peacemakerrockwi]

Thanks for the praise Melvin! I appreciate your business.

[@andrewmaasch1724]

Thanks for sharing your views on repros with us, SLX. I personally don't see anything wrong with it as long as it is made clear that it is indeed a reproduction and not passed off as a legit version. I bought that same 'Shining Force 3' repro from Etsy that you have and I'm very pleased with it! Amazing quality and I get to play the complete game in english - win win! I can also vouch for the quality of megabox reproductions as I won "Samurai Shodown 4" from your 1k giveaway which came in an incredible custom case, complete with spine card made by them! The quality is top-notch and I display it with the cover facing outward as it means a lot to me and I like to showcase the impressive artwork 😊. Best of luck to everyone entering this giveaway 🖒 Loving all this new content too, bud! Cheers :)

[@peacemakerrockwi]

I'm glad to hear that custom edition is proudly on display somewhere! It was a fun project to create.

[@andrewmaasch1724]

@@peacemakerrockwi thanks for putting so much effort into making it 😁 Appreciate it!

[@peacemakerrockwi]

What exactly are you looking for?

[@cheochessman2922]

Hello SLX, it is good to have you back. The SegaSaturn is still alive. Dragon Force 2

[@GaryHodgesDVSM]

Great video, especially for me - a Saturn owner who has filled out his library with almost everything but the most expensive titles. I'd love to be entered in the Dragon Force II drawing!

[@Nikosaruninja]

That shining force collection was the most beautiful thing ive seen. neeeeeeed :c

[@miker3649]

I think every video should have Dragon Force music in the intro haha. I started getting into reproductions last year so I could finally play some of the games I missed like Guardian Heroes and Radiant Silvergun

[@ThatTw1nGuy]

Great video man! I've recently started getting into backups and repros for my Saturn after collecting for a while so this was a great watch. I'd love to win Policenauts!

[@goodlooks3986]

I really enjoy this channel! I was a sega genisis kid. now i emerse myself in trying to repair and collect these gems!

[@Riz2336]

I've got a whole binder of back ups I made myself, sure it's sort of the ghetto way of playing Saturn but much cheaper than buying all the originals.

[@michaelhonormusic]

Most popular Mega CD games has become so expensive so I think reproductions are good alternative.

[@garyhernandez84]

Great video! I’ve been curious how the Saturn processes reproductions. Shooting for the moon on Policenauts! Best of luck to everyone!

[@logcabinday42]

Those Mega Box Repros look amazing! I would totally take that Policenauts if I win!

[@Jigsaw2383]

man i'm becoming a big fan of your channel, you have really good taste sir!

[@MrJoosebawks]

I'm in for either. That's very generous of you.

[@fatefulcoma]

Policenauts is something I would love to get my teeth into I have to admit and it is nice to see it in a form where it can be enjoyed on the Saturn as well as it being pleasing to the eye. Thanks for Sharing them with us.

[@phelpsboltusa87]

1. Policenauts (looks stunning) 2. Dragon Force 2 Thank you again Sega Lord X for this type of content and all the content you have been putting out. Good quality stuff as always.

[@MeanimeGD]

If you just want a game because it's something you use to have and you want it again, it's fine. If you don't care about the collectability of it, then a reproduction is fine if you don't want to spend hundreds of dollars on an original. Sometimes it's the only way to get a game in english when it was never released in your region originally and that's fine as well.

[@michaelmcclintick9541]

Awesome video thank you.

[@SlyBeast]

I would love that long box Policenauts repro. That is awesome!

[@RainClark]

I would love the Policenauts repro. Great video as always

[@2tailedfox711]

I'm in for Policenauts but would gladly take either! Great work on this vid man!

[@joshbechaistron791]

Put me in for dragon force 2...so glad some of these games are being translated. Gotta love the fan support behind old sega hardware!

[@japanis1382]

Wow i would love that policenauts long box, very good video.

[@HVPride]

I’d like to be entered in the drawing for Dragon Force II. The first is one of my all-time favorites. Thanks for the great content!

[@gamingwithmama4059]

Dragon Force 2. Awesome videos, I love your shows.

[@HybridAngelZero]

I would absolutely love to have the repro copy of Policenauts, that game's art and design have always been an inspiration to me :D

[@mauz4930]

Wow, didn't know about this kind of market for the Saturn

[@Zentron]

I mainly just reproduce the art of the UK cardboard cases, as a lot of time the cardboard warps, due to the glue used to stick the internal plastic disc and manual holders to them, plus the covers are unprotected due to this design and are more susceptible to scratches and denting in comparison to the send case design, which is a specially designed plastic case with protective plastic screen to hold the paper artwork.

[@AnarchistCatGrrl]

You're the Saturn guy, and I'm the Dreamcast guy! I love your fascination with the Saturn and I love watching your videos. You always make me want to buy a Saturn but I'm always so broke! I'm tempted to get one I swear.

[@michaelmanning9028]

My only problem with repro's is when a seller is trying to pass them as real, im glad you mentioned about buying a classic game if it has been re-released on current hardware, but if its rare and expensive I totally get it, I have ocarina master quest on n64 and never would have happened if it wasn't a reproduction.

[@TheGemini5]

Aw dang! How did I not see this earlier! I bet the give away is over..Dragon Force 2 was my dream!! Can't believe it didn't come here.

[@ChristianFernandoPerucchi]

This is awesome man! i was searching for lightscribe media these days and geee prices are too high! and this video came from heaven! i would love to have a copy of Policenauts but dont mind the dragonforce one too :P thanks for this is amazing! love your channel!

[@SeveredLegs]

It can't be considered "theft" because you aren't depriving anyone of their property. Intellectual property is made up out of thin air because businesses wanted to find a legal way to attempt to secure future profits and limit competition. Never feel bad for downloading roms or buying repros.

[@jessecisneros6762]

Would love the Policenauts! Great channel. Keep up the great work you do.

[@SamuelCarrier]

I had no idea there were such high quality repros for Saturn! I wouldn't say no to Policenauts on my shelf!

[@Sega_Dreams]

You should check out Etsy. The stuff on there is unbelievable!

[@Butterworthy]

I'm so, so impressed with that Shining Force repro. I want to play through the full series in English so badly. And put me down for the Dragon Force 2 repro!

[@Alex13mod]

aww i missed the drawing 🤦‍♂️. Great videos LordX!!

[@kain611]

Great video and I would love Dragon Force 2!! Dragon Force 1 is my favorite Saturn game.

[@JayRCela]

Hi there Sega Lord X / I really enjoy your channel / thanks :_)

[@Theiconofs1n]

definitely would like that policenauts repro.

[@Alucard1191]

Holy shit english translations of SFIII and DFII... I have to start saving some money.

[@wulver810]

Don't want to play those games on PS4 or PC, original hardware only. If they want to make money from me, make a new Saturn release.

[@chimerschang]

Come on, you have to know that's not practically feasible. Nothing's stopping you from supporting the game on modern platforms, and then picking up a repro copy or making the disk yourself if you want to play it on original hardware.

[@SegaLordX]

Indeed. If you want to play Guardian Heroes on the Saturn as a back up, that's fine, but nothing is stopping you from supporting the IP holder with a tenner on Xbox Live.

[@wulver810]

That's giving money to the ones who ported the game, not the original creators.

[@Bojanglez667]

Great video my dude, I'd like to entered for that dragonforce 2, and good luck to everyone. :)

[@pferreira1983]

I think the repros I would most like to get are for unreleased games.

[@Artzei]

Any hopes/chances for Sega to acknowledge Saturn in 2019 for the 25th Anniversary?

[@MagickPistacho]

That Shining Force III looks simply stunning! I'll definitely buy it as soon as I can. As we've talked before, I'm pretty ok with reproductions and stuff like that. One thing that bothers me though: For example, I have Guardian Heroes for Xbox 360, but even though Microsoft has made it compatible for XBO, they don't offer compatibility for it on PC, even when they do that sort of thing for other games in the same fashion... so I can't play it online anymore with friends, among other things. If they don't bother to make it available in most, if not every platform on the market, well... it is still unavailable for most people. On the other hand, if I want it for Saturn I have to pay outrageous ammounts of money to an individual, instead of being able to send money to Treasure/SEGA and receive a copy so... yeah, I'll pay to someone that worked on a beautiful case and CD instead. Anyhow, thanks for the giveaway! I'd REALLY like to have a chance to win that Dragon Force II translated, I've been trying to set it up myself but for whatever reason I always encounter a problem with it. See ya around! And yeah... you can try as much as you want... but I'll always manage to scape! You'll NEVER, EVER catch me next time, SEGA Lord X! AAAAAAHAAHAHAAHHAHAHAAAA!!

[@mattkennedy6115]

Sega isn’t making any money off the sale of physical media anymore. Hard to find games are just that and can cost a boat load if you can find it at all. Having said that I’m not opposed to reproduction copies as long as they’re branded accordingly

[@Deltronzer0o]

where can I get a shining force III repro like the one you have here, its absolutely gorgeous

[@gameofyou1]

I would think, at this point, that people who don't want to pay for originals, will just go the Optical Disk Emulator option.

[@williamm6084]

I'd be interested in Dragon Force II and Policenaught but if I can only pick one it would be Dragon Force II. Keep up the awesome work love your videos.

[@privateye]

Great video! I'm definitely interested in the Policenauts giveaway :)

[@JopieHaargel]

I do love me a beautiful physical version!

[@TheSocialGamer]

I'm having a hard time finding a quality repro maker. As I don't have a Facebook account I can't reach out to the linked seller.

[@RolfWrenWalsh]

How do you feel about repros of games you own by other means? The example I am thinking of doing right now is that due to the MegaDrive Mini 2, I now finally own Lunar, Lunar 2, Popful Mail, and Shining Force CD. I feel like buying a US repro of said games is fine, as I do own them now via the Mini 2 (Japanese versions, but as far as I am concerned, I own the game regardless of region). Same goes for Snatcher, as I "technically own" it via the PC-Engine Mini (Satellite Collecting).

[@antstanvike2]

Another great video Sega Lord X !Keep up the good work! I would like to be drawn for giveaway of Policenauts .

[@briantaylorcloe7725]

Policenauts, please! Though, i would not be mad at another copy of DFII 😼

[@songmasterk]

I didn't even know you could get these. I was looking for Policenauts . Thank you for the another awesome Video. Great job always.

[@dercomeau]

Great video man! Those repros look really good, im going to order a few. Would love the policenauts repro!

[@etoothy]

Entering for the Policenauts game!

[@billcook4768]

I don't really care what people do or don't do with backups... what's important to me is that people support legitimate retro sales.

[@raidellopez8467]

Im all for that policenauts on the big box Saturn

[@Jay21y]

I would like to join the giveaway, that Policenauts looks really good! ...but I feel that it would be disrespectful to just say that, and considering that I've never left a comment in any of your videos I think that this is a great chance to say how much I like your content, I've found your channels a few months back and loved pretty much everything you made so far, that's mainly because of how you blend informative segments, thoughtful analysis from someone who clearly knows what he is talking about and more personal parts, which are by far my favorite bits of any video. It's so interesting to learn about the perspective of someone who actually lived in those times and experienced sega games and hardware as they came trough. I also loved how sincere you were in the last video, it got me thinking about how powerful games can be and also made me respect you even more, a normal youtuber would have never said some of these things, keeping them secret from the public, but the honest and humble way you spoke about your life really showed how much you care about the awesome channel you are running I hope you have great day, sorry for the long comment :)

[@SegaLordX]

All good bud. You're entered.

[@Jay21y]

@@SegaLordX I wasn't worried about that, I just wanted to make sure that I told one of my favorite youtubers how much I liked his content, so I took this opportunity. English isn't my native lenguage so I probably made some mistakes along the way, but I hope that my message came across!

[@D33GS]

That Policenauts repro is amazing. Need to play it translated some day. Snatcher was so good on Sega CD.

[@lightdark28]

Repros are great for things like unreleased games or games with English translations, as its ultimately up to the publisher to make sure they have an English release. Only thing to watch out for is that sometimes CD-Rs (which is what these are) can cause more wear and tear to the laser mechanisms on these old drives, particularly if the discs are of low quality or burnt wrong. Always important to get something thats good quality.

[@MightyQDawg]

Great video! There's a guy that regularly attends the Portland Retro Gaming Expo (Murder of Crows Gaming) who I've gotten some excellent Saturn Repros from. Would love to win that Policenauts set!

[@SegaLordX]

I am acquainted with him and have seen his work. I agree, it's damn good.

[@silentfanatic]

Really appreciate this video! Repros for unofficial English translations are absolutely my jam, so it's great to be able to benefit from your experience with this sort of thing. Oh, and I'd love to have that copy of Policenauts, if possible!

[@samgittins3522]

I would love to own that Policenauts reproduction, so I would like to be included in the giveaway please. Also, those are some really nice reproductions, especially for the games which have had fan translations, I know of someone who has made some fantastic PAL boxes for Saturn games. Anyway, keep up the fantastic work on your channel, you've created some amazing Sega content which is always enjoyable to watch and I've learned a fair amount as well, so thank you very much and I'll continue to check back for future videos and to catch up on past videos which I may have missed in the past.

[@JaminWarrenPMS]

After a long debate if I win I would like Policenauts for the Stunner support.

[@chutton988]

Thanks for the videos, you're making it easier to take pride in being a Sega fan. Please enter me in the drawing for Dragon Force 2.

[@ELBURRO02]

Policenauts is a game I always wanted to play. Hideo Kojima makes some great games. Keep the wonderful videos coming there all great.

[@gabemewell3643]

I would love to be entered for the competition for the US Translated version of Policenauts as it's a great game that doesn't get enough love. Easily Kojima's most underrated game.

[@ThersitestheHistorian]

I didn't realize that these were available. I have never played the Dragon Force or Policenauts games. I just recently picked up a Pseudo-Saturn and I really need to fix my hard drive battery so that I can play Shining Force III.

[@benbehzadpour1177]

I'd love to be entered into the drawing for Dragon Force 2, Policenauts, Shining Force III or Panzer Dragoon Saga! Love this channel!

[@vicvic889]

Hey bro. Do you have any fighters collections that you bought reproduction? I’ve had my Saturn for 2 years now. And I really want street fighter alpha 2 really bad and x men vs street fighter children of the album and don’t know where to get a complete reproduced copy of them from.

[@paianis]

If Sega still has the production masters for the rarer games, reprinting them should be possible.

[@gameofyou1]

I don't mind reproductions, as long as they are clearly marked as such (or easily distinguishable from the original).

[@xWindreaderx]

I'd love a copy of the Saturn's Policenauts!

[@ReigningSemtex]

Would love that Policenauts. Going to check out that etsy seller