I’m Bob, the founder of RetroRGB. If you’d like to support my work, please consider following me on social media, or even supporting via paid platforms; Those support services are what keeps the work I’m involved with and this site going. More about me below the links:
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Like many people who are probably reading this site, I grew up playing consoles like the SNES and Genesis, which featured styles of games that aren’t nearly as common today. While I love new games and in many ways they can be far superior, they’re not always the style or experience someone is looking for. Some of the biggest pet peeves of modern games are loading times, constant software updates and often long “training sessions” required before the gameplay even starts. Heck, even many of the games are significantly longer! Someone looking to game during the small bits of free time they might have, often look to classic consoles and handhelds that provide a way to just jump in and start playing; Many classic games can be completed within an hour and are a satisfying experience.
The most common styles of games found on those platforms are different too. There are similar games available for newer consoles, like Shovel Knight, The New Super Mario Bros, Ori and the Blind Forest and (of course) Axiom Verge. Still, the amount of 2D vs 3D graphic games made is very small, so I often find that to enjoy that style, you need to go back to some of the classic consoles, which was the original catalyst for this site…
The journey to experience retro video game awesomeness started in October 2011 when I discovered a (low quality) Retro Controller Adapter for the Wii. After a few months of playing virtual console games on my Wii via the adapter, it started to feel like a tease; I got to use the original controller, but I missed the look of a CRT, as well as not having any lag on my games!
I soon realized if I wanted a “real” experience, I had to get the real thing and as a result, I ended up building the Retro Cart. I was happy playing all the old games the way they were meant to be played, on the original hardware, on a high quality CRT TV that brought out the best in the older games. After that project, I thought I was done…
Then, I re-discovered RGB and my retro video game life changed forever (I knew about RGB as a kid, but it was so unfathomably expensive back then that I just put it out of my mind). Even though it was less than three months from the time I completed the Retro Cart, I knew I had to start over. I was able to use most of the same equipment I already purchased, but there were some key differences. I dug so deep into it, that I decided to document exactly what I went though via a Google Doc, just in case “a few of my friends” ever wanted to do the same. I eventually gathered so much information that Cousin Scott suggested I make it into a website, so if other people wanted to walk down the same path, they could skip all the research and follow one easy to read guide. Hopefully I succeeded!
Greg from LaserBear has just opened pre-orders on Genesis to USB controller adapters. These are based on Mick Gyver‘s open source design and have been tested at less than 1ms latency! Greg’s selling them as completed units for $35, DIY kits you can assemble yourself for $25 and DIY kits without the microcontroller for $14. They’re […]
Here’s this week’s roundup, sponsored by JLCPCB! Spend only $2 for 5pcs 1-4 layer PCBs ; PCBA from $0: https://jlcpcb.com/DRE The Roundup is available as a video and on all audio-only podcast services, such as iTunes, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, Amazon Music and direct-download: If you enjoy these videos, please consider supporting this channel via monthly […]
Here’s a podcast with YouTuber, Musician and fellow nerd MsMadLemon! This is just a laid back chat, discussing her videos and background, as well as her new album Zaman that I absolutely loved! As always, these long-form podcasts are also available everywhere audio-only podcasts can be found, with a direct download below. Support Ms. Mad […]
Wobbling Pixels has just released a video detailing how to get the most out of your N64 when connected to a RetroTINK 5x. As always, we need to stress that NONE OF THIS IS NECESSARY!! The only thing “required” to use your consoles with a RetroTINK product is plugging it in. That said, if you’d […]
The Taito Egret II Mini emulation console was recently released, but people have discovered it requires a much more powerful PSU than expected. Using a phone charger, or something with low amperage will result in lag (yes, seriously!), as well as some other unwanted side-effects. To make matters worse, high-amp USB-C chargers are expensive and […]
Here’s this week’s roundup, sponsored by JLCPCB! Spend only $2 for 5pcs 1-4 layer PCBs ; PCBA from $0: https://jlcpcb.com/DRE The Roundup is available as a video and on all audio-only podcast services, such as iTunes, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, Amazon Music and direct-download: If you enjoy these videos, please consider supporting this channel via monthly […]
Here’s an interview with Ryan, the owner of CastleMania games. Ryan and I have worked on quite a few projects together and I wanted to have a chat with him about some of the behind the scenes stuff, running a store and how he got his start. As always, these long-form podcasts are also available […]
Ms. Mad Lemon has just released her third album, with all tracks created on the Commodore Amiga and one track created using the Polyend Tracker. The video above shows the recording process of the album, detailing the equipment used to make it all happen. And, of course, Zaman’s available via the Bandcamp link below: Purchase […]
There’s now a 3D-printed, full backplate replacement for the Nintendo GameCube that features a pre-cut MiniHDMI port. This is great for people who prefer internal HDMI mods for their GC, both because the hole is pre-cut with a “tray” for the mod board and because you don’t have to damage the original backplate. https://blueshell3d.com/ols/products/gamecube-gcdual-hdmi-mini-backplate As […]
Markus has just released a minor firmware update for the OSSC that fixes profile exporting issues. If you use (or have been trying to use) the new firmware that lets you export profiles created on the OSSC itself – especially if you’re a Windows user – definitely update to this one. If not, all other […]
