My Custom CD Jewel Case Inserts

[ivanbeavkov]

Hey all, I created these inserts and posted them on the old forums and I have finally gotten around to re-posting them here so people can actually find them again.

If anyone makes an insert please feel free to post it. I would love to see what you guys come up with.

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This is a little project I have been working on for myself and I thought it would be fun to share. I have made a Photoshop PSD template file for the back insert for a CD jewel case. (You can open the file in GIMP www.gimp.org and it will work there if you don't have Photoshop.)

It is a cross between the inserts from US Super CD games and the back of later US TurboChip game boxes. I am definitely not going for an exact reproduction with these but more of a custom look the meshes well with the originals.

Here are high quality versions of the jewel case inserts I have made so far and any new ones I make will also be added here.
goo.gl/photos/Mc69TSw2EJpXvBq58

This is a sample of what you will see when you first open the TG-16 Jewel Case Back Template file.


I did steal the "This package is not printed on recycled paper." joke from GOT 3 in 1 disc insert I found here. I found it unreasonably amusing.

Here is a link to download the template file:
drive.google.com/file/d/1UNLWR6FALP3P_wWfN4RZbGn6acYOnzlD/view?usp=sharing

Front Template Link
drive.google.com/file/d/0BzfHjbqYPxpecHpnbDlMQlVlWkU/view?usp=drivesdk&resourcekey=0-IlAyrxcyoxa_rJ_Wm33_Yw



I have tried to make it as flexible as possible. You can make the spines look like the original orange US game style or the later Black style, or how about the PCEngine HuCard, CD-ROM2, SUPER cd-rom2, or Arcade card style. You can even make it that weird yellowish/green style they used for 2 of the US CD-ROM releases.

I also added 10 different color bars for the 16-Bit Graphics bar that goes across the back. I think I got them all but if anyone knows of any I missed, or if I got the colors wrong, please let me know. I got the colors from box scans.

I also put lots of things in individual layers so various parts can easily be turned on and off.

For generating the bar codes I used this website:
barcode.tec-it.com/en/UPCA
Just select bar code type UPC-A and enter the UPC number.

Here are examples of the different styles.

Ninja Spirit - Orange Spine


Ninja Spirit - Black Spine


Ninja Spirit - PCEngine Spine


Ninja Spirit - Yellow-Green Spine


How about we can combine multiple styles in one, and go crazy.
Ninja Spirit - Mix Spine


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Here are some pictures of the inserts printed out and in cases so you can see how they look. They are not the best pictures but I think they get the point across.







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I also made an insert for the front of a CD jewel case. It is not as complex as the back insert template but I hope it can be useful.

Front Template Link
drive.google.com/file/d/0BzfHjbqYPxpecHpnbDlMQlVlWkU/view?usp=drivesdk&resourcekey=0-IlAyrxcyoxa_rJ_Wm33_Yw

You can make a standard looking booklet cover with the cover image on the front and the "Have you played?" list on the back.

Front Template Sample 1


Or you can put the game controls on the back.

Front Template Sample 2


Or you can make one like my Gate of Thunder insert with the standard cover on the outside and the controls on the inside.

Gate of Thunder 3 in 1 - Front Outside


Gate of Thunder 3 in 1 - Front Inside


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Reference links and attribution to the various logos and images I have used.

Here is a link to PNG versions of the logos I used.
goo.gl/photos/Aoo1LiqwHQyrs11r5

In particular I would like to thank forum member Phase. Apparently it is his TG-16 authorized seal of approval that I found. It is very nice and by far the best one I have found.

[ivanbeavkov]

So here is how I print the inserts for myself.

My printer is just an HP Inkjet, a slightly older one, it is a HP Photosmart C5280. (Considering how old this thing is I was astonished that they released new drivers Win 10.)

I use HP Brochure Paper - Glossy, but I'm sure any high quality paper will do.
www.amazon.com/HP-Brochure-Glossy-Brightness-Q1987A/dp/B0000BW6V6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1462049872&sr=8-1&keywords=hp+brochure+%26+flyer+paper

When I print I make sure my printer is set to Best quality and Print at Actual Size.



Make sure the print size settings are set to 100% scale and the Height is 12.25 cm and the Width is 15.5 cm. This is slightly larger than an actual jewel case insert because of the cut marks in the image.

Then I move the print position of the image to the top of the preview sheet. This is so I can print 2 inserts per sheet of paper. (Allow a few min drying time before sending the paper through the printer again.)



I use scrap booking tools to cut the paper.

When I fold the inserts I don't score them, I don't trust myself not to cut through, I just lay them over a jewel case and fold them over the top or bottom edge. Then when I put the insert into a case I use a finger nail push the fold into the corner and this usually makes a good crease.

[ivanbeavkov]

PDF Manuals I have created

Godzilla
drive.google.com/file/d/0BzfHjbqYPxpeWjRza1NIbktERkU/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-XxP1QhQD5_D6uWhNnezdAg

Hit the Ice
drive.google.com/file/d/1XMW72L38BSaS91yu5pkkTEe8zYvV1QUG/view?usp=sharing

[ivanbeavkov]

Ok, now to the inserts I have made. I will start with some of the odd ball ones.

Link to high quality versions of the jewel case inserts.
goo.gl/photos/Mc69TSw2EJpXvBq58
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TurboGrafx CD System Card 2.0 - Back Insert

I got the Turbo + CD Unit image from the TG-16 Wikipedia page, because there was no way I was taking a picture as good as that.

TurboGrafx CD System Card 2.0 - Front Insert

I did take the front cover image from the cover project's DVD case insert but I put the rest together myself.
Go here to see the original: www.thecoverproject.net/view.php?game_id=4015
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240P Test Suite Super CD Front


240P Test Suite Super CD Back


240P Test Suite Super CD CD


Note: I did not make a template for the CD Image, I just threw it together. To print just put the outer circle just outside of the printable area of the label template or the print area of a printable CD.
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Beyond Shadowgate
I did not make these inserts, they are from old forum member Ayce and he didn't put the name on the spine and I added the game name to the spine.

Back Insert - Original (No name on Spine)


Back Insert - Modified (Added name on Spine)


Front Insert

[ivanbeavkov]

Go here for the high quality versions of the inserts.
goo.gl/photos/Mc69TSw2EJpXvBq58

Air Zonk


Bomberman 93


Bonk 3 CD - Bonk's Big Adventure


Bonk 3 - Bonk's Big Adventure


Chase H.Q.


Darkwing Duck


Dead Moon


Dragon's Curse


Dragon's Curse - Version 2


Dungeon Explorer II


The Dynastic Hero - Back Insert


The Dynastic Hero - Front Insert Inside


The Dynastic Hero - Front Insert Outside

[ivanbeavkov]

Go here for the high quality versions of the inserts.
goo.gl/photos/Mc69TSw2EJpXvBq58

Falcon


Fatal Fury 2 - Back Insert


Fatal Fury 2 - Front Insert Outside


Gate of Thunder 3 in 1 - Front Insert Inside


Gate of Thunder 3 in 1 - Front Insert Outside


Ghost Manor


Godzilla - Back Insert


Godzilla - Front Insert Inside


Godzilla - Front Insert Outside


Hit the Ice


Jackie Chan's Action Kung Fu


Keith Courage in Alpha Zones - Insert A


Keith Courage in Alpha Zones - Insert B

[ivanbeavkov]

Go here for the high quality versions of the inserts.
goo.gl/photos/Mc69TSw2EJpXvBq58

Legend of Hero Tonma


Magical Chase


Might and Magic III - Back Insert


Might and Magic III - Front Insert Inside


Might and Magic III - Front Insert Outside


Neutopia II


Neutopia II - Version 2


New Adventure Island


Ninja Spirit


Ninja Spirit - Version 2


Order of the Griffon


Order of the Griffon - Version 2


Samurai Ghost

[ivanbeavkov]

Go here for the high quality versions of the inserts.
goo.gl/photos/Mc69TSw2EJpXvBq58

ShockMan


Soldier Blade


Somer Assault


Somer Assault - Version 2


Tale Spin


Time Cruse


World Sports Competition


Yo Bro


Andre Panza Kick Boxing - Back Insert


Andre Panza Kick Boxing - Front Insert Outside


Andre Panza Kick Boxing - Front Insert Inside 1


Andre Panza Kick Boxing - Front Insert Inside 2


Andre Panza Kick Boxing - Front Insert Inside 3


Ballistix - Back Insert


China Warrior - Back Insert


China Warrior - Front Insert Outside


China Warrior - Front Insert Inside


Davis Cup Tennis - Back Insert


Jaseiken Necromanser - Back Insert


Pac Land - Back Insert


Pac Land - Front Insert Outside


Pac Land - Front Insert Inside


Space Fantasy Zone - Back Insert


Ballistix - Front Insert Outside


Ballistix - Front Insert Inside


Champions Forever Boxing - Back Insert


Champions Forever Boxing - Front Insert Outside


Champions Forever Boxing - Front Insert Inside


Forgotten Worlds - Back Insert


Forgotten Worlds - Front Insert

[ivanbeavkov]

reserved

[nectarsis]

You've done some damn fine work, very impressive

[ivanbeavkov]

So I made some more of these over the past year and I thought I should post them.

Also does anyone have scans/photos of Ballistix's manual? I would like to make a front case insert for it. I've looked around, and I can't even find low res photos anywhere. The best I've found is a glimpse of the manual from the Chris's Turbo Views review video.

We got:
Andre Panza Kick Boxing - Back Insert


Andre Panza Kick Boxing - Front Insert Outside


Andre Panza Kick Boxing - Front Insert Inside 1


Andre Panza Kick Boxing - Front Insert Inside 2


Andre Panza Kick Boxing - Front Insert Inside 3


Ballistix - Back Insert


China Warrior - Back Insert


China Warrior - Front Insert Outside


China Warrior - Front Insert Inside


Davis Cup Tennis - Back Insert


Jaseiken Necromanser - Back Insert


Pac Land - Back Insert


Pac Land - Front Insert Outside


Pac Land - Front Insert Inside


Space Fantasy Zone - Back Insert

[SignOfZeta]

Are you Sparky? Or is there indeed more than one person putting this much work into such a thing?

[ivanbeavkov]

Mar 13, 2021 18:43:31 GMT SignOfZeta said:

Are you Sparky? Or is there indeed more than one person putting this much work into such a thing?

I am not Sparky, I'm just another enthusiastic turbo fan, occasionally with too much time on their hands 😁.

I usually make one when I get a new loose game.

[ivanbeavkov]

Getting disc/cart only games has been a great motivator in making these.

I also added a page to the Andre Panza manual above, it makes it more logical to print out.

If anyone has Scans / Photos / Cave Etchings of the Ballistix manual, could you send them my way? I have not been able to find images of that manual anywhere.

Go here for the high quality versions of the inserts.
goo.gl/photos/Mc69TSw2EJpXvBq58

Ballistix - Front Insert Outside


Ballistix - Front Insert Inside


Champions Forever Boxing - Back Insert


Champions Forever Boxing - Front Insert Outside


Champions Forever Boxing - Front Insert Inside


Forgotten Worlds - Back Insert


Forgotten Worlds - Front Insert

[woodcan]

Just wanted to chime in and say, "Nice job!"