Cool find in my parents attic

GetToTheChoppa · 12-23-2016, 01:52 AM

So long story short: my parents are selling their house and are moving to a smaller apartment. While they were cleaning up the attic they found some old toys I had when I was a kid. Mostly baby-things, so nothing special... UNTIL I opened up a box... There it was, long forgotten by me: The Teenage Mutant HERO Turtles 3D Board Game!

I had completely forgotten I ever had this game and when I held it in my hands I was instantly sent back in time to 1993(-ish). I felt like a 7 year old again and the feeling was magical.

Funny thing is that I never actually played the game like it's supposed to, I just played with it like a playset and made up stories of the Turtles fighting Shredder and his minions in the sewers.

The playboard looks really cool, so I'll post some pics for you guys:

The cover of the box:

The box opens like a suitcase (fun for on the road) and the right part is where the Turtles start the game in the sewers:

The other part is supposed to be Shredders lair:

The Turtles at the start of the game:

I don't know if a lot of you guys also own the game? I don't know if it was ever released in the US?

Anyways, wanted to share this with you guys as it hit me right in the nostalgia-feels!

*Powder* · 12-23-2016, 02:49 AM

Cool indeed! I've never seen that before. Definitely a UK exclusive. I like the character art, thanks for sharing.

*DVD* · 12-23-2016, 02:59 AM

Never seen it either.
If anyone wants to add one to their collection-
http://m.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=...urtles+3d+game

There are a few in this link. Tempted to get one myself actually.

GetToTheChoppa · 12-23-2016, 05:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Powder

Cool indeed! I've never seen that before. Definitely a UK exclusive. I like the character art, thanks for sharing.

You're welcome!

GetToTheChoppa · 12-23-2016, 05:11 AM

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Originally Posted by DVD

Never seen it either.
If anyone wants to add one to their collection-
http://m.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=...urtles+3d+game

There are a few in this link. Tempted to get one myself actually.

Give in to the temptation!

It's definitely a cool piece to have in your collection... You can use it as a playset AND use it as a board game to play with friends! Double fun!

*Discogod* · 12-23-2016, 06:49 AM

I had this! It was a pretty piss-poor board game (although not as bad as the uk TMHT Power Game), but I always had fun using it as a playset.

*oldmanwinters* · 12-23-2016, 02:04 PM

Ha, good timing, I just bought the UK version off ebay this month. I really like the layout. And it's interesting that Shredder can "win" and end the game prematurely. Hopefully, one day I can play it with somebody.

You can read more about it at boardgamegeek.com, which even has pictures of the instructions.
https://boardgamegeek.com/image/3074...pel?size=large

*snake* · 12-23-2016, 02:07 PM

Very cool. The board design is unique, so I wonder how it's actually played.

GetToTheChoppa · 12-23-2016, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by oldmanwinters

Ha, good timing, I just bought the UK version off ebay this month. I really like the layout. And it's interesting that Shredder can "win" and end the game prematurely. Hopefully, one day I can play it with somebody.

You can read more about it at boardgamegeek.com, which even has pictures of the instructions.
https://boardgamegeek.com/image/3074...pel?size=large

Yeah, me and some friends decided to get together one of these days to play the game, that should be fun!

You're welcome to join if you can get to Belgium!

GetToTheChoppa · 12-23-2016, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by snake

Very cool. The board design is unique, so I wonder how it's actually played.

Well you can read the manual in the link that Oldmanwinters posted above! That should give you an idea!

It is quite a unique board design, you're right about that... It's also fun that it closes like a suitcase so you can easily take it with you to a slumber party, lol!

It even has a handle!

*oldmanwinters* · 12-23-2016, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by GetToTheChoppa

Yeah, me and some friends decided to get together one of these days to play the game, that should be fun!

You're welcome to join if you can get to Belgium!

A very generous offer! From what I've read of the rules, it seems like a fun and unique game, in theory. I don't know how much replay value it would have.

One thing I think would be difficult in setup is the placement of the manhole covers without seeing the other side. The Splinter and pizza manholes are basically powerups while the other manholes present an additional challenge. I think it's funny that April O'Neil functions as dead weight in this game, and can be passed off to other players to try and impede their progress.

*snake* · 12-23-2016, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by GetToTheChoppa

Well you can read the manual in the link that Oldmanwinters posted above! That should give you an idea!

It is quite a unique board design, you're right about that... It's also fun that it closes like a suitcase so you can easily take it with you to a slumber party, lol!

It even has a handle!

I just read the instructions and it's a lot more complex than you'd think. The Shredder/Villain rules are an interesting feature.

GetToTheChoppa · 12-23-2016, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by oldmanwinters

A very generous offer! From what I've read of the rules, it seems like a fun and unique game, in theory. I don't know how much replay value it would have.

One thing I think would be difficult in setup is the placement of the manhole covers without seeing the other side. The Splinter and pizza manholes are basically powerups while the other manholes present an additional challenge. I think it's funny that April O'Neil functions as dead weight in this game, and can be passed off to other players to try and impede their progress.

Indeed! Well I'll make sure I give an update when played the game!

*IndigoErth* · 12-23-2016, 03:05 PM

That is frigging awesome, I would have loved the design of that so much as a kid. Definitely adding to eBay watch list for future consideration.

*oldmanwinters* · 12-23-2016, 04:07 PM

I was really happy to buy a set from a U.S. seller to save on shipping costs. And I was stunned that my set looked near-mint condition, as none of the plastic bags holding the pieces had even been opened. Definitely one of my prouder purchases.

Another neat thing I've noticed about this game set watching auctions over the years is that Shredder's balls (

) tend to be different colors (green, blue, orange, etc.) depending on the set. On the box, they suggest ball set would be multi-colored, but I've never seen that variant if it exists.

A couple of Youtube videos:

From the Drome's own squer!

T-U-R-T-L-E POWA! · 12-23-2016, 05:03 PM

That's really awesome. My only question is what were you doing in the attic? I though all of us nerds only resided in the basement. LOL!

GetToTheChoppa · 12-23-2016, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by T-U-R-T-L-E POWA!

That's really awesome. My only question is what were you doing in the attic? I though all of us nerds only resided in the basement. LOL!

I sent my mom up to the attic to get it and now I play with it in my basement! Mwuhahaha!

GetToTheChoppa · 12-23-2016, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by oldmanwinters

I was really happy to buy a set from a U.S. seller to save on shipping costs. And I was stunned that my set looked near-mint condition, as none of the plastic bags holding the pieces had even been opened. Definitely one of my prouder purchases.

Another neat thing I've noticed about this game set watching auctions over the years is that Shredder's balls (

) tend to be different colors (green, blue, orange, etc.) depending on the set. On the box, they suggest ball set would be multi-colored, but I've never seen that variant if it exists.

A couple of Youtube videos:

Spoiler:

From the Drome's own squer!

Spoiler:

Wauw, cool! Didn't know that! Tnx!
Mine is also in a pretty good condition (and more importantly: 100% complete!) considering the playing time by 7-year old me!

T-U-R-T-L-E POWA! · 12-23-2016, 09:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GetToTheChoppa

I sent my mom up to the attic to get it and now I play with it in my basement! Mwuhahaha!

LOL!!! Hopefully she will bring you some macaroni also.

*wpugh2424* · 12-26-2016, 10:37 AM

Cool find
A friend of mine in elementary school had one like that
Can't remember where he was from, but we played w this thing a few times

12-23-2016, 01:52 AM	#1
GetToTheChoppa Random Punk Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Belgium Posts: 28	Cool find in my parents attic So long story short: my parents are selling their house and are moving to a smaller apartment. While they were cleaning up the attic they found some old toys I had when I was a kid. Mostly baby-things, so nothing special... UNTIL I opened up a box... There it was, long forgotten by me: The Teenage Mutant HERO Turtles 3D Board Game! I had completely forgotten I ever had this game and when I held it in my hands I was instantly sent back in time to 1993(-ish). I felt like a 7 year old again and the feeling was magical. Funny thing is that I never actually played the game like it's supposed to, I just played with it like a playset and made up stories of the Turtles fighting Shredder and his minions in the sewers. The playboard looks really cool, so I'll post some pics for you guys: The cover of the box: The box opens like a suitcase (fun for on the road) and the right part is where the Turtles start the game in the sewers: The other part is supposed to be Shredders lair: The Turtles at the start of the game: I don't know if a lot of you guys also own the game? I don't know if it was ever released in the US? Anyways, wanted to share this with you guys as it hit me right in the nostalgia-feels!

12-23-2016, 02:49 AM	#2
Powder So tired of this place Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell Ri La Posts: 26,809	Cool indeed! I've never seen that before. Definitely a UK exclusive. I like the character art, thanks for sharing. __________________ I'm convinced that none of you have ever experienced joy

12-23-2016, 02:04 PM	#7
oldmanwinters Overlord Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Between yesterday and tomorrow! Posts: 14,940	Ha, good timing, I just bought the UK version off ebay this month. I really like the layout. And it's interesting that Shredder can "win" and end the game prematurely. Hopefully, one day I can play it with somebody. You can read more about it at boardgamegeek.com, which even has pictures of the instructions. https://boardgamegeek.com/image/3074...pel?size=large __________________ Experience the TMNT Fan Commentaries! Check out my TMNT fan comic, "Nothing to Fear"! View my sketch work! I'm selling some of my hard-to-find TMNT items!

12-23-2016, 03:05 PM	#14
IndigoErth Team Blue Boy Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: U.S., East Coast Posts: 15,242	That is frigging awesome, I would have loved the design of that so much as a kid. Definitely adding to eBay watch list for future consideration. Last edited by IndigoErth; 12-23-2016 at 05:03 PM.

12-23-2016, 04:07 PM	#15
oldmanwinters Overlord Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Between yesterday and tomorrow! Posts: 14,940	I was really happy to buy a set from a U.S. seller to save on shipping costs. And I was stunned that my set looked near-mint condition, as none of the plastic bags holding the pieces had even been opened. Definitely one of my prouder purchases. Another neat thing I've noticed about this game set watching auctions over the years is that Shredder's balls () tend to be different colors (green, blue, orange, etc.) depending on the set. On the box, they suggest ball set would be multi-colored, but I've never seen that variant if it exists. A couple of Youtube videos: From the Drome's own squer! __________________ Experience the TMNT Fan Commentaries! Check out my TMNT fan comic, "Nothing to Fear"! View my sketch work! I'm selling some of my hard-to-find TMNT items!

12-23-2016, 02:59 AM	#3
DVD Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Shanghai Posts: 2,066	Never seen it either. If anyone wants to add one to their collection- http://m.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=...urtles+3d+game There are a few in this link. Tempted to get one myself actually.

12-23-2016, 06:49 AM	#6
Discogod Resolutely Analogue. Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Birmingham, UK Posts: 1,707	I had this! It was a pretty piss-poor board game (although not as bad as the uk TMHT Power Game), but I always had fun using it as a playset.

12-23-2016, 02:07 PM	#8
snake Disgusting Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Outer Heaven Posts: 12,230	Very cool. The board design is unique, so I wonder how it's actually played.

12-23-2016, 05:03 PM	#16
T-U-R-T-L-E POWA! Stone Warrior Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Knoxville,TN Posts: 996	That's really awesome. My only question is what were you doing in the attic? I though all of us nerds only resided in the basement. LOL! __________________ Go Ninja! Go Ninja! GO!

12-26-2016, 10:37 AM	#20
wpugh2424 Mad Scientist Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Triceraton Republic Posts: 1,525	Cool find A friend of mine in elementary school had one like that Can't remember where he was from, but we played w this thing a few times __________________ "Go! Move it, will ya? Aw, you're letting him blow right by ya! Can you believe this guy? Come on! Don't just...! Ninja-kick the damn rabbit! Do something!"