Bradon Kanyid has released his much anticipated Extron SCART input/output adapter cards. Extron switches use BNC jacks for input/output by default, and buying SCART-to-BNC cables is expensive. These new PCBs simplify the process and save money, costing $8-12 to build. Giant professional Extron video switches are relatively cheap, so this makes for a really nice […]
MiSTeraddons.com has just listed a fully-tested power switch for the MiSTer platform: http://misteraddons.com/product/in-line-power-switch/ Most of the in-line switches people have been testing with the MiSTer have significantly dropped the voltage when put between the power supply and DE-10, causing performance issues. You’d think finding something as basic as a power switch would be simple, but this is […]
In my opinion, the Extron Crosspoint is one of the better solutions for component video switching. Officially referred to as a switching matrix, these devices can be found on online auction sites for relatively cheap and generally in great working and physical condition. While finding one as well as configuring and setting up, two issues […]
Programmer and author Coagulus on the English Amiga Boards, has just released their H.E.R.O. inspired JetHunt AGA game. H.E.R.O. is an old game published by Activision (back when they actually made games *eye roll*) and was released for a whole range of systems including the Apple II, Atari 5200, Atari 8-bit family, ColecoVision, Commodore 64, MSX, ZX Spectrum, and Sega SG-1000. However the […]
Sega Europe released a statement on Twitter that the Mega Drive Mini will be delayed till 4 October 2019 in the EU and Middle East regions. This is a two week delay due to logistical issues. The Japanese and North American launches will still be on the 19 September 2019. Links: https://twitter.com/SEGA_Europe/status/1155825449500647424
A seller on Aliexpress has just listed a color backlit screen kit for $46.35 that supposedly works on a Neo Geo Pocket Color: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000062022460.html UPDATE: It appears the seller changed the listing and is no longer combining the NGPC cable with the GBC listing. Many people ordered already though, so I’m crossing my fingers it works! […]
The developer known as TiagoSC released three demo ROMS of his W-I-P Mega Man X port for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive. Each ROM file allows for players to try a different part of the game such as the Chill Penguin level or the intro stage. I tested the game on my Model 1 […]
I asked if someone could create 3D printable JAMMA key, and Greg Collins designed one. JAMMA keys prevent arcade PCBs from being connected with reverse polarity, which could kill the PCB. For some reason, the tiny pieces of plastic were hard to come by and expensive. Now they can be printed for pennies. The print […]
UD Game Tech makes a popular controller adapter called the UD-USB Decoder (AKA “Undamned Converter”) that adapts Xbox 360, Xbox One, PS3, and PS4 controllers to arcade format, for use with arcade game PCBs and superguns. Last week he issued a firmware update to bring support to even more popular PS4 joysticks: UD-USB & UD-CPS2 […]
Classic game store has just released replacement cases for the Open Source Scan Converter in eight different transparent colors: Violet Blue Orange Yellow Red Lime Black Brown The price is around $20 and they ship worldwide: https://classicgamestore.ch/ossc-acryl-gehaeuse EDIT: Video Game Perfection has their own versions of these cases in stock as well, however they’re translucent, not […]
