The developer Kandowontu recently released a series of SNES romhacks that enable rumble support via Randy Linden’s code. Games like Super Mario World, Super Metroid and Super Mario Kart had over 30 different rumble tables applied, to truly make this feel like an immersive addition to the games. To try these patches, you’ll either need […]
Shortly after releasing the first Pioneer LaserActive emulation for the Sega Pac, Roger aka Nemesis has just released support for the NEC PAC as well. The nightly beta build of Aries has implemented this functionality and the next official version will have it as well. Like with the Sega LA games, the NEC ones are […]
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The Gvyugke Captain 780 headset is a sub-$40 wireless headset that supports 2.5GHz RF via a USB Dongle, Bluetooth and even standard TRSS analog via an included cable for things like an Xbox controller, or just standard earphone/headphone use. I bought it (at full price) and really put it through it’s paces, both behind the scenes […]
Retro Fighters have just launched a Kickstarter for a “Pro” version of their Brawler 64 controller. This has improved hall effect stick accuracy, with an eight-way notched gate that aims to perfectly match the original N64 analog stick. There’s also swappable faceplates, multiple colors and three ways to connect: Wired USB, Wireless 2.4GHz via a […]
A crowdfunding campaign has just been successfully funded for an open source FPGA handheld console called the Game Bub. At launch, it can play Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance cartridges and ROMs, with no extra hardware or “jailbreaking” required. It’s also compatible with GB/GBA accessories and offers a video-out dock as […]
Makeo and SilverStee1, the team behind the Pico Loader for the Nintendo Gamecube have just released a version of the kit that doesn’t require any soldering at all. That’s excellent news, as the Pico Loader allows you to boot your GameCube into Swiss to launch games (like an ODE), while also retaining the ability to […]
Developer Stanislav Parhomovich has just released a new firmware of the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive HDMI mod, called the Megaswitch HD. This update adds a Palette blending option generates intermediate shades for smooth animation – This, along with the already included Dither Blending makes things like the waterfalls in Sonic seem even more like a […]
Nintendo has recently announced a Virtual Boy-themed “VR” accessory for the Switch and Switch 2. This will work similar to the Nintendo Labo kit released back in 2019: You slide your Switch/2 into the VB-looking device and it will allow for true “3D Emulation”. The price is $100 and it can only be purchased by […]
I had the opportunity to give a new CRT Masterclass at this year’s Retro World Expo. This class is a way to safely see the inside workings of CRTs. We cover many of the truths and myths of the CRT. Each CRT workshop and masterclass is a unique experience, primarily thanks to the audience’s participation […]
