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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!

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The Best Unfinished Sharp X68000

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2025/01/23
13:35 UTC

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X68000 xvi almost complete

Still need to get midi. I have a matching monitor but have to get the geometry fixed.

8 Comments
2025/01/10
02:30 UTC

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SxSI-SCSI HDD Image v3.00

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:

https://nfggames.com/forum2/index.php?topic=7231.0

6 Comments
2025/01/01
21:15 UTC

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Street Fighter II': Champion Edition MIDI Files

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.

4 Comments
2024/12/27
03:22 UTC

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Dracula time

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2024/12/17
13:37 UTC

15

Star Cruiser!

1 Comment
2024/12/10
13:34 UTC

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The Sharp X68000 Z is a weird charming box of oddities

2 Comments
2024/12/06
13:37 UTC

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The m3u. method no longer works for me. Did I break something? (XM6 Pro-68k)

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.

0 Comments
2024/12/04
22:06 UTC

10

Aquales is a hidden gem

2 Comments
2024/12/03
13:38 UTC

10

It’s Phalanx time!

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2024/11/26
13:36 UTC

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Has anyone tried the scsi2sd from ali? I got two of them and wondered if they work with the x68 ace/expert/first model.

What do you guys think? Was around 60usd shipped..

5 Comments
2024/11/23
06:18 UTC

5

Sharp X68000 Games You Didnt Know Existed! Thirsty PC Gaming

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2024/11/19
13:36 UTC

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The Sharp X68000 Could Push Polygons! Geograph Seal

1 Comment
2024/11/12
13:35 UTC

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Hotline Miami on Sharp X68000? Reinforcer is a Hidden Gem

4 Comments
2024/11/05
13:35 UTC

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Sharp X68000 Dual Scan Display - CZ-603D for Sale!

2 Comments
2024/11/02
02:59 UTC

5

Fire Sale on Sharp Systems!

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,

Retro All Day | eBay Stores

3 Comments
2024/10/30
16:17 UTC

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Final Fight on Sharp X68000! A Legendary Arcade Beat Em Up

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2024/10/29
12:37 UTC

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Cho Ren Sha 68K is One of the Best Bullet Hell Shmups Ever

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2024/10/22
12:39 UTC

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A Sharp X68000 Hidden Gem! Etoile Pincesse is Legit Good

2 Comments
2024/10/15
12:35 UTC

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A Beat ‘Em Up Hidden Gem! Mad Stalker on the Sharp X68000

2 Comments
2024/10/08
12:37 UTC

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My DinoLand FAQ is finally done! (contributions welcomed)

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.

3 Comments
2024/09/24
09:31 UTC

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Homebrew experience?

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.

6 Comments
2024/09/18
15:15 UTC

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Feedback for Sharp Sales and Repair by Steve Pucci

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!

2 Comments
2024/09/13
18:43 UTC

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Workstation

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.

3 Comments
2024/09/09
04:59 UTC

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Sharp x68000 MIDI emulation - RetroArch + Munt - Akumajou Dracula

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2024/08/31
18:37 UTC

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Px68k emulator SX-Window won't load

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 ?

3 Comments
2024/08/28
22:15 UTC

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