Developer Richard Weick has just released an open source, homebrew version of the Nintendo 64 GameShark. This implements the original LZ9FC17 GAL on an Altera EPM240, making it an “FPGA Clone” of the original GameShark. There’s even a “Pro” version with full parallel port functionality built in. If you’re an N64 developer, or just a […]
Todd from RetroFrog just released a flush-mounted PC Engine to Turbo Grafx-16 controller adapter. The only difference between the two controllers is the port itself, so there’s no signal conversion required…which means zero chance of lag being added. If you’re looking for a sleek way to use your PCE controllers or wireless adapters on a […]
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Retro-Bit have just announced pre-orders for two new official Sega Genesis game reproductions: El Viento and Sol-Deace. Both come with a case, full-color manual and some extras. And both are cheaper than quality versions of the originals – While you can still get original copies of Sol-Deace for somewhat reasonable prices, some original versions of […]
I’ve been testing a small, portable USB-C hub and it performed well on both Mac and PC. The USB 3.1 ports ran at full speed, the charge port allowed me to charge my MacBook while using it and the HDMI-out worked on all DP/TB/USB-C compatible laptops. My only complaint is that it’s not compatible with […]
Data East Arcade Games atrac17 announced the next core being worked on with Darren_O is Robocop 2. Other games that can come out of this core are: Caveman Ninja Death Brade Crude Buster Vapor Trail Dark Seal Edward Randy Post : https://twitter.com/_atrac17/status/1670758126830907393 atrac17 Twitter: https://twitter.com/_atrac17 atrac17 Github: https://github.com/atrac17?tab=repositories atrac17 support page: https://www.patreon.com/atrac17 Darren__O Twitter: https://twitter.com/Darren__O Darren__O Github: https://github.com/va7deo?tab=repositories Darren__O support page: https://ko-fi.com/darreno […]
I recently had an audio-only discussion/podcast with Simon Aarons, creator of the Brovicon Video Converter. We discussed how the software works, why it’s so helpful that he made a graphical front-end to existing software…and just chatted about video conversion. If you’ve ever wanted to convert video you’ve recorded or ripped, this will most likely interest […]
The Computer History Archives Project (CHAP) recently posted two more awesome Sony promotional videos. The one above shows the manufacturing process for Trinitron CRT’s. It also describes the difference between curved and flat glass CRT’s…and even shows that manufacturing process as well! And the previous video (below) showed the manufacturing of CRT-based rear-projection screen TV’s. […]
Bitmap Bureau have just opened pre-orders on Neo Geo versions of their well-received beat em’ up game, Final Vendetta. The game was previously released on modern platforms with a vinyl soundtrack, but now they’re bringing it to the Neo Geo! There’s both AES and MVS versions available, with standard, limited and “super limited” editions. The prices […]
Todd from RetroFrog has just designed an adapter that lets you mount a quiet 60mm Noctua fan inside your original Xbox. This is a #nocutmod: Simply bolt the Noctua fan (sold separately) to the shroud, then snap it into place. The price is under $10, with your choice of green or black plastic. More info […]
