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3 years ago

I don’t have a Japanese N64, do I need to get one or am I able to region mod/use a passport for my American N64 for valid runs?

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Lower Saxony, Germany

You can also just use the American version. In 70 Star it's faster in 120 a little bit slower in 16 Star run also a little bit slower and in 0 and 1 too but it doesn't make much difference only about 2-5 seconds as far as I know.

Yeah, but region modding or using a passport is allowed right?

North Carolina, USA

Most people either swap the backs of the carts or remove the dust flaps from their N64s.

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Richmond, VA, USA

Alaris is right. that is indeed what most people do. personally, though I use a 3d Printed region-free tray. it's only 7 bucks on eBay, and assuming you know how to both follow instructions and unscrew things, then you'll be fine.

the reason I don't remove the dust flaps is that I collect games, as well as speedrun them. and I want my n64 in pristine condition until I can afford one just for speedrunning.

Would it be possible to just take the tray out or would that mess with the electronics?

Edited by the author 3 years ago
Richmond, VA, USA

I wouldn't necessarily mess it up, but removing the tray also removes the dust covers, so if you do, be careful with it.

Lower Saxony, Germany

@Gam3r2234 I don't understand why you need a different version than USA, you're not even Sub 20 it's enough. For me it would be too big a risk and you can start with it and then switch to Japan at some point.

Yeah it’s not just for Speedruns its mostly because I like to collect stuff and I’d like to play Japanese games without getting a whole new console

South Carolina, USA

Have you heard of CDkeys.com?

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