Super System Card Ver 3.0

Released by NEC as part of the evolution of the PC-Engine range, it is an essential HuCARD allowing to run the games in format Super CD-ROM2. More than just an accessory, this cartridge marks a turning point in the history of the console, greatly increasing the technical capabilities of the machine to accommodate ever more ambitious games.

47.00€

Characteristics:

Year of release:
1991
Publisher:
Hudson Soft
System:
PC-Engine
Language:
Japanese
Support:
HuCARD
Type of game:
Operating System
Version:
Japanese
Condition:
Occasion
State:
Very good condition

About

The Super System Card 3.0 is a HuCARD that inserts into the cartridge port of your PC-Engine or CoreGrafx. It is designed to work with the CD-ROM2 player (or the Duo-integrated Super CD-ROM2), updating the BIOS system and increasing the memory required for the proper functioning of Super CD-ROM2 games.

In particular, it enables:

Spin all Super CD-ROM2 games, which are not compatible with System Card 1.0 or 2.0.
Benefit from extended RAM (256 Kb instead of 64 Kb), essential to load richer music, animations and vocal sequences.
Access a revised system interface, with integrated audio playback and backup options.

The most emblematic titles of the medium (like Dracula X: Rondo of Blood, Ys IV or Sapphire) This version 3.0 is required to work.

Know for collectors

This HuCARD is mandatory if you are using an original CD-ROM2 player (white version or CoreGrafx) and want to play Super CD-ROM2 tracks.
On consoles PC-Engine Duo or Duo-R, this card is not necessary because the BIOS 3.0 is already integrated.
There is also a Arcade Card Duo version even more advanced, but only required for some very specific games.

Compact, elegant and crucial, the Super System Card Ver. 3.0 is a masterpiece for any PC-Engine CD-oriented collection. Whether you're a player or collector, it's a must to enjoy the most ambitious library in the console.