There’s been a few updates to the Emulicious project, adding remote debugging with VS Code, as well as source level debugging with ASM and C code. As far as I know (and I’m not a programmer!), C source-level debugging for 8-bit systems isn’t very common and something developers might be interested in. You can get […]
A new homebrew romhack for Mario Kart 64 was just released called “Amped Up”. The game is certainly still a work in progress, but it offers new tracks and a widescreen mode! You can download the bps patch here: https://mega.nz/folder/9BB32Cib#ISfFcu6hrF7CCl-2FTHaAA While the game does work on real hardware with a ROM cart, it requires an Expansion Pak. […]
Retro hardware developer Terraonion announced today that their Multi Optical Drive Emulator (MODE) will now support the original Playstation. There is a catch though! Although installing a MODE in your Sega Saturn or Dreamcast only requires a screwdriver for disassembly, a PSX installation will require some additional soldering to attach an adapter board. Other PSX […]
The RetroTINK 2x Multiformat just got an update that allows it to pass though 720p, as well as pass through 480p with uncompressed (4:4:4) colors. This is a free update every M owner should get right away and if you were on the fence about buying, this might make you reconsider: Purchase all RetroTINK Products […]
Nintendo has just won a two million dollar lawsuit against a company selling mod chips for the Switch. On top of that, members of the hacking group Team Xecuter have been arrested and it looks like Nintendo plans on prosecuting them to their fullest extent. News like this always brings up mixed feelings and Modern […]
Hackaday reports on an open source project from developer Ryzee119 that uses a Teensy board and allows a variety of USB controllers to work on a Nintendo 64 console. https://hackaday.com/2020/09/29/new-controllers-on-old-nintendos-with-usb64/ The project allows for virtual Rumblepak and Memorypak storage, and even allows uploading of data like ROMs for emulators via the tool. So far the […]
romhacking.net has just posted a list of patches currently available that removes or greatly reduces full-screen flashing lights in certain games. While this flashing effect may be annoying to some, it’s potentially dangerous for anyone who suffers from epilepsy. Please check out all the current patches available: http://www.romhacking.net/news/2423 I’ve always been a giant fan of […]
Christof has just released a new firmware update for the PS1 Digital HDMI mod. This update brings even smoother transitions between resolutions in force mode, which is impressive, since they were absolutely excellent before! There’s also scaling options for each resolution and the PsNee’s region injection has been refined, making it overall more reliable for […]
Consoles4You has just started selling a fully-shielded S-Video cable designed specifically for use with PAL Nintendo 64’s. The price is around $40 plus shipping: https://retrorgb.link/n64palsvideo S-Video support on PAL N64’s has always been confusing, as I don’t believe it was ever officially supported by Nintendo. Reports over the years have varied as to which consoles or […]
Here’s this week’s roundup! An audio-only version, is available on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify and for direct-download: https://www.retrorgb.com/podcast/?name=2020-09-30_221.mp3 Video available on YouTube (above), LBRY and Bitchute: Please consider signing up as a supporter! Either hit Join, tip or pledge on this video, or sign up through the following services: https://www.floatplane.com/channel/RobertNeal / https://www.patreon.com/retrorgb T-Shirts: https://www.retrorgb.com/store.html All equipment used […]
