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Cleaned & gameplay-tested in Japan
• 30-day initial defect guarantee — exact-unit photos on request
Safe packing (bubble wrap + double box)
Taxes/Duties: paid by buyer at import
The Beauty of 8-Bit Bullet Hell Hello, this is the shopkeeper speaking.
In the 1980s, the arcade was more than a place to play games—it was a stage. Dim lights, the hum of machines, the clinking of coins, and that slight scent of rebellion in the air. And in the very heart of that world burned the brightest stars of all: shooting games—pixelated space wars where reflexes and courage meant everything.
This set tells the story of three great challengers who dared to capture that arcade fever and fit it—somehow—into the small, humble Famicom.
Nichibutsu’s “Seicross” – a side-scrolling sci-fi racer with a strangely mature atmosphere, unlike anything else at the time. Hudson’s “Star Soldier” – the shooter that gave birth to the legendary “16-shot per second”, and became the anthem of countless kids’ summers in Japan. Konami’s “Gradius” – a space opera where the thrill of powering up, and the elegant dance of your Option satellites, became pure pixel art.
The bullet patterns they drew across the screen were not just weapons. They were the crystallization of genius and passion—crafted under the limits of 8-bit hardware, yet capable of creating moments of heart-pounding beauty.
Of course, it was that very passion that had us feeding coin after coin into arcade machines… but on the Famicom, these legends could finally live in our living rooms.
These three cartridges are more than games. They are living witnesses to the golden age of Japanese shooting games—an era when the genre burned the brightest, and the magic of the arcade became a part of our lives forever.
Used. Fully Tested. This is a sample image. The instruction manual is not included. The console is compatible with NTSC-J (Japan region) games.
The console has scuffs and minor scratches from normal use. The controller shows scuffs, scratches, and partial paint wear on the gold parts. Includes official power adapter and RF switch booster.
The box has visible signs of wear, including scuffs, scratches, corner wear, fading, bends, stains, and tears. The protective styrofoam case has scratches and stains.
Includes 3 Famicom Game Cartridges – Seicross, Star Soldier, Gradius These are cartridge-only; no boxes or instruction manuals are included. The cartridges show scuffs, scratches, and some dirt from normal use. All games are in Japanese language.
If you would like to see photos of the exact item you will receive, please contact us before purchasing, and we will be happy to provide them.
Brand: Nintendo
Platform: Nintendo Famicom
Model: Nintendo Famicom
Region Code: NTSC-J (Japan)
MPN: HVC-001
Year Manufactured: 1983
Color: Red
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• Worldwide shipping from Japan with a 7-day initial defect guarantee
• Exact-unit photos available on request.For power and picture tips anywhere in the world, see our Region & Power Guide and Video Output & Upscaler Guide.
・Shipping: 3–7 business days by DHL/EMS with tracking. Duties/Taxes: Charged by your country if applicable. We declare accurately & pack securely. Packaging: Consoles and games are padded & boxed. Vintage items — one unit only. Typical delivery: US 3–5d / UK 4–6d / EU 4–7d / AU 5–7d / NZ 5–7d / SG 3–5d.block
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Used Nintendo Famicom Console System Boxed HVC-001 + High-Tempo Shooters Games SET
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Condition Rank (Our Standard)
S Like new
A Excellent
B Normal used
C Heavy wear
D Defects
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Maintenance & Cleaning
Exterior cleaning, internal board dust removal & contact conditioning. Rubber/belts replaced when necessary. Verified from boot → menu → in-game.
Region / Power / Video
Power: 100V (Japan) — generally works in 110–120V regions (a step-down transformer may be recommended depending on your setup).
Video: NTSC-J composite. See the
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for details.
Warranty & Support
7-day initial defect guarantee (exchange/refund). All items are gameplay-tested before shipping. Contact us via chat with any questions.
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