/r/sharpx68000
The X68000 was created by Sharp Corporation. It was first released in 1987 and sold only in Japan.
It has graphics similar to arcade games of the late 80s & early 90s, with custom coprocs supporting scrolling, tiled backgrounds, and sprites. Sound is supplied through multiple sound chips with 8 channels of FM synthesis and 1 channel of adaptive differential pulse-code modulation audio, mixed down to 2 analog stereo channels via a DAC chip. As such, video gaming was a major use of the X68000!
This sub is for anything and everything on the amazing Sharp X68000 home computer which was popular in Japan where it rivaled 16-bit gaming machines. Discussion of other Sharp computers is also permitted.
For more information http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X68000
How to buy one of these babies!
See the wiki
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/r/sharpx68000
Still need to get midi. I have a matching monitor but have to get the geometry fixed.
Sharp X68000 SxSI-SCSI HDD Image v3.00 by incrediblehark:
CURRENT VERSION:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1sjC4JmQBcGlu4c1GhxDII78TBJ61LWHp?usp=drive_link
(NOTE: Multiple downloads depending on your hardware. only download the package suitable to your needs.)
PREVIOUS VERSION:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1B2Ur9Sy3yDValjpJfY6qOWiHtxNT0fzG?usp=drive_link
ARCHIVED VERSIONS:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12lQ0dJOkKx2pzmXzOkcLCO93MomRC9D6?usp=drive_link
For more details please see the thread over at nfggames:
Hey, does anybody have a download of the MIDI files from SF2'CE? I can't find any software (that supports Mac) that will let me rip them off the .DIM files themselves.
At first, I got a message on the home screen saying that an error had occurred and I should restart. I reset several times, and the message was still there. Then I reinstalled the emulator from the root, and although the dim files worked now, the m3u files still didn't work; it simply didn't detect them.
And btw, before this happened, I had not used the emulator for a relatively long time.
What do you guys think? Was around 60usd shipped..
Get it while its hot!!
SHARP X68000 Dual Scan Display - CZ-603D - Tested and Working - US Seller. | eBay
I have 4-5 unrepaired systems (ACE, Expert, ACE HD) that I have listed on Ebay at a discounted cost.
All of them have been taken apart, cleaned, and put back together. I have also cleaned and refurbished the FDDs and the onboard battery replaced. Currently, none of them display video, however none of them have been further troubleshot or recapped yet.
This is a great opportunity to pick one up to repair or add a second.
Please reach out/DM me if you have any questions!
Thanks,
I've finally "completed" my FAQ for Wolf Team's DinoLand. This guide is focused on the Genesis/MegaDrive version with some details about the other versions available. As mentioned in the introduction, all the essential stuff is done but there could be room for a future update largely relating to the X68K port which is why I am posting this. I cover that version mostly in relation to the controls (I only ever played it emulated on XM68K) and a few minor details on the differences, but more could be added with input from the community. For now, I am taking a rest, and asking if you guys can contribute until I make the next update. The guide is here: https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/genesis/586140-dino-land/faqs/81264
You should be able to apply most of this to the X68K version. I'd like a list of any differences you find, and more importantly, information on whether the ending sequence is anything like the Genesis one and possible codes for the game from some other resource or even within the data of the game files themselves if that's what's necessary to discover if they exist. Would all be appreciated, thanks.
Hi! I am interested in the X68K due to the high quality of its games and the fact that many of its titles were on Genesis or vice versa (thanks to sharing the CPU). What I want to know is: Does anyone have any examples of homebrew on the system in recent years? Specifically by people from outside of Japan? I know E.Hashimoto (Buster) did a good homebrew for it, but I am wondering what it is like to work on the system and what are the best tools, etc.
I also use the XM68K emulator (English update by Jon Najar of MIJET). Is there a better emulator that I should be using for homebrew or just emulation in general? Thanks.
I just wanted to say I had a very positive experience with u/spucci repairing my X68000. Steve was helpful and responsive every step of the way, letting me know what my options were and did everything possible to accommodate me with my upgrades and repairs. He spent a ton of time and put a lot of care into the work, and I can't express how appreciative I am for his help. If you're looking for someone in the US to service your X68000, I definitely recommend checking out Sharp Sales and Repair!
It is called a workstation and I was wondering what software was available for it. I can't find any information that isn't gaming.
Hello and welcome I am recently interested in x68000. I started to like it and decided to emulate it through retroarch via px68k core. here is my progress : Mac os sonoma with retroarch and core installed Firmware files put in "system" dir Emulator boots and works.i put human 68k disk and the command line pops up.however,when I tried to load into sx window,it didn't load.i put the disk in and the hourglass in the corner appeared.but it didn't boot.how can i emulate and dive into sx window ?