I just had the opportunity to lag test the USB version of the Retro-Bit Big 6 controller, with Louis from Zez Retro. We determined that the average latency results were about 6ms, varying between 2.9 and 11.6ms – About the same as their 6-button Genesis 2 controller. While that’s not bad, Retro-Bit’s own Genesis 8-button […]
Game-Tech is now selling a replacement PSU kit for the Nintendo 64 that (when used with the correct external adapter) is compatible with worldwide power outlets. There’s an optional clear cover for mounting, which would allow this to be 100% standalone with no donor parts required. The price is $55 including the cover and an […]
Jaleco Mega System1 atrac17 posted a twitter thread that documents the development progress of the JALECO MegaSystem 1 Arcade core for MiSTerFPGA by @Darren__O. The thread highlights developments on decrypting ROM files, identifying errors in titles, fixing layer priorities & more. Post : https://twitter.com/_atrac17/status/1648184857175154689 Darren__O support page: https://ko-fi.com/darreno Darren__O Twitter: https://twitter.com/Darren__O Darren__O Github: https://github.com/va7deo?tab=repositories atrac17 Twitter: https://twitter.com/_atrac17 atrac17 Github: https://github.com/atrac17?tab=repositories atrac17 […]
A modder by the name of Allison Parrish has developed a very unique mod for the Game Boy Pocket. Over the past couple years we’ve seen mods that convert the clamshell design of the Game Boy Advance SP into one that is a more reminiscent of the original Game Boy’s candy bar form factor (ex […]
Electron Shepherd has just received more stock of their ZERO LAG HDMI dongle for the Nintendo Wii. This simply plugs into the rear A/V port and converts component video to HDMI, using their analog to digital conversion circuit. The price is $24 plus shipping and check out more reasons below as to why you’d want this […]
Fixel, the developer behind multiple optical drive and IDE emulation hardware has just opened an interest check list for a CDi ODE. That’s right, owners of the Philips Compact Disc-Interactive multimedia experience units might finally have a way to load backups and homebrew without original discs! This ODE will also allow you to keep your […]
Stone Age Gamer is now selling the latest version of Sega Sonic Fan’s Virtual Boy ribbon replacement kit. DIYers can get the kit for $45, however SAG is also offering installation services for $125, which includes the kit as well (but not shipping…obviously). Repairing the VB ribbon cable is something every VB owner goes through […]
RetroGameBoyz have just opened an interest check list, on a new control stick for Intellivision consoles called the Intelli-stick. The proposed price would be around $125 for the base model, should enough people sign up and get the project started. To be clear: This is just an interest check and not a pre-order, so if […]
The team behind the awesome MiSTer Multisystem kit has just launched three new accessories for it! The first is a low-latency adapter designed for using classic PC controllers on your MiSTer. Next is a limited edition beige case that’s meant to mimic the color of classic PC’s, such as the Amiga 500. And lastly is […]
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