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Post by Sarge on Jun 28, 2019 16:27:32 GMT -5
Fun stuff. I assume this is emulated, but it could be pretty solid. I feel like you'd pretty much have to have the full size keyboard to make it worthwhile. I knew about the C64 mini, but I haven't looked that deeply into it. Now... I feel an urge to pull out my old one. There was some software that you could use through the parallel port back in the day that would emulate being hooked up to a disk drive. Wonder if they have anything now that could function as a disk emulator to hook up to the real McCoy? EDIT: Yuuuup. www.c64-wiki.com/wiki/SD2IECwww.thefuturewas8bit.com/index.php/sd2iec
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Post by Ex on Jul 2, 2019 10:31:05 GMT -5
I don't think the GameShell has been discussed here yet?: Features:
Play Retro Games from Famous Consoles】 The World's first modular, portable gaming console with a GNU/LINUX embedded operating system. Allowing users to play retro games from Atari, GB, GBA, NES, MAME, MD, PS1 and various other historic consoles.
Create Your Own Games & Mods】GameShell supports unique programming languages such as Preset C, Python, Lua, JS and LISP. You can modify pre-existing titles or even create new games as you wish.
Powerful Clockwork Pi Development Board】 ClockworkPi’s substantial capacity power allows GameShell users to create DIY wireless speakers, program a custom remote for device control, or even make smart toys that can independently interact with Lego blocks.
Enjoy Big Screen Gaming Even On A Downsized Linux Computer】 Experience the ultimate freedom of “large scale” TV gaming by connecting a GameShell device to any modern screen via micro HDMI port. GameShell can even be run like a pocket Linux computer by connecting your keyboard and mouse trough OTG or Bluetooth services.
Fun and Easy Assembly Process】 GameShell’s included 5+1 modules are: ClockworkPi main board v3.1, Arduino compatible Keyboard, Two channel stereo speaker,2.7-inch RGB@60fps Screen, 1200 mAh rechargeable battery and 5 independent IO extended keys. Many tutorial videos on YouTube are available for quick demonstration.
DualSHOCKERS did a big write up on this thing: www.dualshockers.com/clockwork-pi-gameshell-review/
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Post by Sarge on Jul 2, 2019 11:06:27 GMT -5
Interesting, for sure! Will be interested to see what kind of latency this will have; I can't imagine Punch-Out!! being very beatable otherwise.
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Post by Xeogred on Jul 2, 2019 17:59:39 GMT -5
Holy crap yes, I just want to put that together!
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Post by Xeogred on Jul 13, 2019 20:20:53 GMT -5
I'm actually pretty impressed with the Genesis Mini library. I think I might buy this for my nephew this Christmas, got him the SNES Mini last year. My sister will be happy to have another version of Tetris too, with Bean Machine.
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Post by Sarge on Jul 13, 2019 20:44:01 GMT -5
The TG-16 mini lineup is interesting, too. What's more interesting is that it includes Snatcher... but untranslated. As someone said elsewhere, that's some real monkey's paw stuff there.
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Post by Sarge on Jul 16, 2019 13:41:11 GMT -5
So, price point on the TG-16 mini is $100. Seems steep? I know there are 50+ games on there, but... I mean, the SNES had way more cultural cachet, and they only sold that at $80. Less games or not, I feel like the SNES Classic was cram full of unquestioned classics that still hold up today. Unlike the NES Classic, I don't think there was a single bad game on there. I mean, when your worst game is conceivably Kirby's Dream Course or the Star Fox games, you know you've got gold.
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Post by Xeogred on Jul 16, 2019 13:57:04 GMT -5
Definitely seems steep to me, for reasons you stated. In the US at least there's probably no way this is selling NES/SNES numbers.
On a related note, the PSX mini is so dead it's funny. I guess people are finding them new for like $20 now.
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Post by Sarge on Jul 16, 2019 14:16:13 GMT -5
I'm tempted to double-dip at that price. That's super cheap, and potentially worth it just for the controllers.
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Post by Ex on Jul 16, 2019 14:22:49 GMT -5
So, price point on the TG-16 mini is $100. Seems steep? I'm guessing the proprietors are banking on the platform's relative obscurity, thus upping the price. A lot more people have real NES and SNES units than do TG16s. Plus at $100 that still gives you plenty of headroom to lower the price over time and maintain a profit. Assuming manufacturing this thing is as cheap as I imagine it is. I don't plan to buy one personally, but maybe it'll end up being nice shelf candy for other folks.
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