Video Player Using Zaparoo spark2k06 has created a way to launch movies using Zaparoo (previously called TapTo). This means that you can launch movies on your MiSTerFPGA using NFC cards. The ARM SOC on the DE10 Nano isn’t powerful enough to play high resolution content so you will be limited to low resolutions like 320×240. […]
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Last year Atari released the 2600+ console – a modern day reimagining of their classic Video Computer System from 1977 (later known as the 2600). The new console adds modern conveniences like HDMI and USB-C power and uses software emulation and a clever mapper / dumper setup to dump and play games from original 2600 […]
The Extron EDID Method is a novel and exclusive way to display HD video sources in 240p on a standard definition CRT. The Extron IN1606 and DVS 605 are 2 of several (or possibly many) compatible scalers that interface with the Product Configuration Software (PCS) to upload custom EDID.bin files to output 240p. My first attempt with […]
A modder by the name of Timo (Retro Time) has created a mod that utilizes the expansion port on the the bottom of the North American NES. Nintendo never commercially released an accessory that used this port (with the only know use being for the Minnesota Lottery), so it remained unused for nearly 40 years. […]
Every tech generation has examples of hardware ahead of its time. The 1991 Buick Reatta is a brilliant example of this phenomenon. This American made luxury vehicle was loaded with features, including pop-up headlights. However, the most intriguing part of the vehicle has to be the built-in touch screen CRT. The touch screen has an […]
Developer Rich Whitehouse just released an Apple iOS version of his Atari Jaguar emulator BigPEmu. The price is $10 on the app store and it’s packed with all the same features as the desktop version, including the ability to run scripts; The short video above demonstrates it in action. Also, Rich released the latest version […]
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Rich Whitehouse recently posted an update to his Atari Jaguar emulator, that adds some new features and bugfixes. He’s also working on an iOS version of the emulator, which is due to be released soon. As always, Rich’s Patreon supporters get early access to all of these builds; If you’re a fan of emulation, please […]
The official, Limited Edition re-release of the Dreamcast game Sturmwind will be shipping to customers this Wednesday, November 20th. You can still purchase both the regular edition for $40, or the $60 Limited Edition with custom VMU shell and Dreamcast controller d-pad replacement membrane. I had the opportunity to unbox the Limited Edition, which I showed […]
