Update: Krikzz is now up to Release Candidate 7: http://krikzz.com/pub/support/var/rc/N8/nesos-v20-rc7.zip Krikzz has just updated the v2.0 firmware for the Everdrive N8 to Release Candidate 3. RC2 had some audio updates and fixed, while RC3 just fixed some things introduced in RC2: http://krikzz.com/pub/support/var/rc/N8/nesos-v20-rc3.zip Release Candidate 2: Another FDS audio update Fixes for Incredible Crash Dummies Fixes for lost […]
Here’s this week’s roundup! The audio-only versions are back on all platforms and confirmed working!: http://www.retrorgb.com/podcast/?name=2018-08-22_111.mp3
This might not be “news” to some, but I just learned that Shapeways will offer a steel “printing” option for some 3D designs! This is a help for people who need small brackets made and especially a help for people with those Datapath capture cards that need a full-height bracket, instead of the half-height they […]
Retrobit just announced that they’ll be unveiling their full line of officially-licensed Sega products this week at Gamescom 2018. Due to arrive this November, the list of products will include: Genesis Wired 6-Button Original Port Controller (Black, Clear Blue) Genesis Wired 8-Button USB® Port Controller (Black, Clear Blue) Genesis Bluetooth® Controller (Black) Genesis Bluetooth® Receiver […]
A cartridge reader called the “Classic to Magic” is being released that allows you to use your original cartridges on a Nintendo Classic console. Supposedly this adapter is compatible with both the SNES and NES and will also allow ROM’s to be played via a USB port. Overall, I’m extremely underwhelmed. While this does solve […]
Superg will be opening pre-orders of the latest version of his gscartsw_lite next week, on Monday the 27th. This is the version that will include an upgraded sync regeneration feature that includes RGsB (sync-on-green) support, as well as component (YPbPr) passthrough! I believe the price will stay at $180 + shipping. When pre-orders open, they’ll […]
While this is more of an “art project” then a “game”, I still thought it was excellent and wanted to share it with everyone!: User STEREO BOY on the Planet VB forums has created “slide shows” with over 50 3D screenshots of the 3DS game Samus Returns This is an extension of a bigger project […]
I just saw a great blog post from someone who recently refurbished an Atari 800XL. I thought it was a really great read and enjoyed reading about some of the methods they used! I’d rather not spoil it, so I’ll just link to the post: https://www.retrohax.net/extreme-refurbishing-episode-2-atari-800-xl-part-one/ #atari800xl, #retrohax, #extremerefurbishing
The much anticipated “sequel” to Castlevania’s Symphony of the Night has been delayed until 2019 due to beta testing feedback. In the same post, it was announced that the game will not launch on the PSVita, due to Sony’s plans to discontinue the console. Backers who purchased the Vita version can either choose a version […]
Here’s a continuation of Ste teaching us how to use an oscilloscope. This time we focus on testing component video testing, as well as brush up on our scope skills: Here’s the full formula Ste used to calculate expected voltage differences: The below only applies to standard defintion and enhanced definition resolutions.i.e. 240p/288p/480i/576i/480p/576p ==================================== […]
