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Media Center PC != console[edit]

Er..."Windows Media Center Edition"? Why is an operating system under region-free consoles? Perhaps we could add a section about PC import gaming, but until then, I'm taking it out since it's not a console.Alcy 07:05, 14 May 2006 (UTC)[reply]

What is a "console"? Does it refer to any set-top video game machine, or does it refer only to set-top game machines that use a lockout chip business model? --Damian Yerrick (☎) 04:23, 16 May 2006 (UTC)[reply]

I would say that to qualify as a console for the purpose of this article, it should be able to qualify for List of video game consoles. Since the item in question is an operating system rather than a machine, I don't really see the connection.Alcy 08:32, 13 July 2006 (UTC)[reply]

How about "an IBM compatible PC capable of running the Microsoft Windows Media Center Edition operating system"? I didn't see any hard criteria in List of video game consoles or its talk page. --Damian Yerrick (☎) 05:01, 15 July 2006 (UTC)[reply]

I added a new section for PC-based import gaming. I didn't go into too much detail, though. Perhaps you could elaborate on Media Center Edition there?

Also, do you think it's a good idea to add a link to the tutorial at http://blgames.ukepile.com on how to enable Japanese program support on Windows XP? The tutorial is geared to pirates, as there is a section about burning downloaded game isos, but it's also the clearest set of instructions I've seen on adjusting XP's regional settings.Alcy 05:27, 3 August 2006 (UTC)[reply]

What about import game website?[edit]

There is really no mention of Play-Asia, Lik-Sang, GamuDesu, or Strikebang, wouldn't they be relevant? —Preceding unsigned comment added by 75.137.64.26 (talk) 12:00, 11 November 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Sega Game Gear Region locking[edit]

The Game Gear did actually make use of its region locking tech in notable ways that aren't mentioned in the article. Several Japanese cartridges load English language versions when loaded into a western Game Gear, and Pop Breaker refuses to allow the player past the start menu on a western Game Gear. 104.246.96.235 (talk) 20:38, 28 May 2016 (UTC)[reply]