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Good quality retro cables matter, but decent wires now cost more than I used to pay for consoles
The cost and quality of retro gaming cables have significantly increased, with many cheap options failing to provide adequate visuals or even risking damage to older consoles. While high-end cables from brands like Retro Gaming Cables offer superior performance, their high price tags are prohibitive for many. The article highlights the need for more affordable, dependable options in the retro cable market.
You can now pre-order Ayaneo's GBA clone, and its sub-$100 price tag is giving me hope
Ayaneo has opened pre-orders for its Game Boy Advance-style handheld, the KONKR Pocket Advance, starting at $89. The device runs on Android 12 and features a MediaTek Helio G90T chipset, capable of emulating systems up to the PlayStation 2 and GameCube. Early bird pricing offers a 3GB RAM/32GB storage model for $89, with an upgrade to 4GB RAM/64GB storage available for $109.
SN Operator from Epilogue brings SNES carts to modern PCs and its now up for order
Epilogue has released the SN Operator, a device that allows Super Nintendo Entertainment System cartridges to be used on modern PCs and Steam Deck, with Linux support. The device costs $71.99 and is available for order, with shipping expected in July. It works with Epilogue's Playback app, which includes an emulator with features like save states and rewind functionality, aiding in physical game preservation.
The popular ZSNES emulator returns as SUPER ZSNES with enhanced features
Two original developers of the ZSNES emulator have returned with a new project called SUPER ZSNES, which features enhanced features for Super Nintendo Entertainment System games. The emulator utilizes a "Super Enhancement Engine" to add modern enhancements like high-resolution graphics, overclocking, and uncompressed audio to select titles. While not open source and built with Unity, SUPER ZSNES is available for PC and Linux.
Games Inbox: What is your favourite retro video game format?
Readers discuss their favorite retro gaming formats, with the Atari ST, ZX Spectrum, and Commodore 64 being popular choices. The discussion also touches on anticipation for upcoming games like The Witcher 4 and Switch 2, as well as the perceived decline of studios like Firaxis.
The rare Nintendo PlayStation hardware prototype that was never released has been acquired by The National Videogame…
The National Videogame Museum has acquired the oldest known Nintendo PlayStation hardware prototype, the Sony MSF-1. This rare device was a development system for Sony's planned CD-ROM add-on for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, a collaboration that ultimately led to the creation of the original PlayStation.
National Videogame Museum Acquires "Mythical" Nintendo PlayStation Dev Unit
The National Videogame Museum has acquired a rare Nintendo PlayStation development unit, believed to be the oldest known artifact of the collaboration between Nintendo and Sony. This MSF-1 unit represents an original development system for the Super Nintendo CD-ROM attachment, a significant piece of gaming history that explored a potential CD-based future for the console.
mClassic Graphics Upscaler For Retro Game Consoles Is Over 60% Off For Amazon Prime Day
Marseille's mClassic Graphics Upscaler is available at a significant discount for Amazon Prime Day, with the Retro Edition priced at $39 (down from $100). This accessory aims to improve the visual experience of older retro consoles on modern HD and 4K TVs by upscaling resolution and offering various visual modes.
Nintendo Switch 2 price leak risks the most expensive Nintendo console ever
Leaks and industry insiders suggest the Nintendo Switch 2 could launch at $400, making it Nintendo's most expensive console ever when adjusted for inflation. This price point places it competitively against the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, but requires significant improvements to justify the cost compared to the original Nintendo Switch's $300 launch price.
