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Let's be honest, this is the exact same console as the regular Nintendo 64, just made with the semi-transparent orange plastic. The reason I bought it was because I am somewhat a collector of all Nintendo paraphernalia, and owning all the different colored N64 systems is one part of that collection. Anyway on a few specific details: I have noticed that the semi-transparent plastic isn't as strong as the regular plastic used on the gun-metal black Nintendo 64s. Meaning if you are rough with the console it will have an increased tendency to be scratched, chipped, etc. Stress fracture points (i.e. if you squeeze the console, drop it, etc. the points where the screws go in to their housings), those can become broken when forced against the plastic. This creates small broken glass type fractures in the plastic. Not a problem if you just set it on the ground and don't step on it or anything. Other then that it works great just like any standard N64 and I would recommend it to any collector.Read full review
Aah, the N64. It gave us all some good times (Banjo-Kazooie), it gave us all some week-long migraines (Superman 64), and it gave us month-long addictions (Conker's Bad Fur Day, Zelda: OoT). But was it as great as some of you make it out to be? Probably not. Graphics When I got N64 soon after it came out, I must admit, I was impressed with the graphics (but then again, I was about nine then. cut me some slack =P). Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire was my first N64 game, and after some replaying a few years later I noticed a lot of jagged edges. Not good, but not horribly bad either. Some of the more 'cartoony' games, like Diddy Kong Racing, looked fairly decent. Later games such as the aforementioned Conker's Bad Fur Day looked incredibly impressive compared to SotE. The Expansion Pak adds on 4 MB of RAM and cleans up the graphics, so overall the N64 generates some decent-looking iamges. Games If the graphics were eye crack, the games are a smack in the face. The cartridge format, a mistake from the beginning, heavily limited the amount of space usable for games, forcing many developers to rely on pitiful midis for their sound (how I reveled in the beautiful mp3 glory of Conker's BFD ^_^). Most N64 games were aimed at the younger audience, while the majority of gamers are teenage (and more willing to spend 150$ on a console than exasperated parents). There were a few bright spots, like Banjo-Kazooie and Super Mario 64, but on the average, game quality is lower than the N64's Sony counterpart. Hardware/Accessories The console itself is a sharp-looking piece of technology, with a black outer casing and four controller ports. The controller, however, is quite the opposite, seemingly designed for that elusive three-handed gamer (genetic mutations aren't THAT common, Nintendo). The C buttons are fingernail-sized droplets of plastic, and those gamers with large hands may find themselves hitting all four C buttons instead of just one. However, the buttons used most are easily accessible, the only ones out-of-the-way being the L button and the D-pad (I don't remember ever playing an N64 game that used either very much, if at all). The controller design is excusable solely because of the four-player option (Goldeneye, anyone?). However, the short cord length soon became a large pain in the ass. There are two accessories that snap right into the controller. One is the Rumble Pak, which vibrates when it gets commands from the game to simulate the feel of being there in the game. The second is the Controller Pak, Nintendo's own version of a memory card. It isn't as practical as Sony's however, and ends up being mostly optional. The Expansion Pak I really love. It doubles the N64's RAM capability, in effect making all of the games pretty (or prettier, depending on the game). Nothing like seeing detailed brains when my head is blown apart in Conker's Bad Fur Day. The Final Judgement If you've got the cash and a lot of friends, buy an N64 and four controllers. Believe me, a Super Smash Brothers or Goldeneye free-for-all is a great hit when you've got pals over at the house. All in all, it's not the perfect console - a load of below average games killed its score - but it's definitely got some major hits that are worth playing.Read full review
So lets get serious guys, we all loved this system. Being 10 years old when it was released, I was in my videogame hay-day. Countless hours were spent overcoming Zelda, beating high scores in Tony Hawk, Sneaking around in Goldeneye, and blowing by friends in Mario Kart. Obviously you cannot compare this system to an Xbox 360 or Playstation 3, but we all have those fond memories that can never be replaced. Yeah the graphics are not nearly as good as today's, and the games don't have the depth, but honestly, it was the best of its time. N64 will never be forgotten so relive those old memories!!!
Product came much sooner than expected, works perfect, great price. Would buy from again :)
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Part of the funtastic color series of the classic Nintendo 64 video game console. Fire Orange is one of the most sought after color variations for it's deep orange color and transparent appeal. A great option other than the standard charcoal grey n64. There is a matching controller that can be found in the resale world that is rare in itself. A must have for any collector or someone wanting to relive their childhood memories with Nintendo!
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