Retro-inspired game Hive Jump has just announced January 11th as the launch date for the Switch and Xbox One versions of the games. I haven’t had a chance to play this one yet, but it certainly looks cool! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/graphitelab/hive-jump-0/posts/2371317
Sega is once again releasing their Genesis Classics collection, this time on the Switch “this winter”. I used to get excited about these releases, hoping for new features or enhancements, but it’s usually just the same stuff, re-released on every new platform. I guess it’s a decent solution for people who have no other way […]
UPDATE From Bob, Summer 2020: After quite a few months of testing, switches compatible with the original Terasic PSU have been found. Everything else in this article is accurate though and you shouldn’t use low-quality switches with any PSU (including the alternatives listed below)… Several users have reported voltage drops when using 5.5mm barrel […]
8BitDo has just announced a wireless adapter for the Nintendo Switch. This allows you to plug in both GameCube and Wii Classic controllers into the adapter, which is then wirelessly connected to the Switch. The main page lists the adapter as “lag-free”, but that’s hard to believe considering you first have to convert the controllers […]
Here’s a short review of an inexpensive SCART / RCA switch from Otaku-Games. It doesn’t have any of the options or enhancements of the gscartsw, but I think it might be a good start for people looking for an inexpensive option! Otaku Switch: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFxPTtd SCART Switch Page: http://retrorgb.com/scartswitches.html
The Wall Street Journal just reported that Nintendo may release a new version of the Switch in 2019 to “maintain sales momentum”. My personal opinion is this is a great idea and it certainly worked for them with the variety of DS and 3DS consoles released. I just hope the focus isn’t only on the […]
Dochartaigh has just created a wireless, touchscreen interface for Extron Crosspoint switches! You’ll first need a Crosspoint with an Ethernet port, plus the ability to log in and configure it (USB to serial?). After that, just download the files John posted and follow his instructions: https://shmups.system11.org/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=63212 Personally, I think it looks awesome and is a great […]
Lego enthusiast Vimal Patel has just posted a video of his Nintendo Labo Lego creations. They certainly look a lot more durable than their all-cardboard alternatives. Maybe this will spark a partnership between Lego and Nintendo?
Nintendo will release rebranded Smash Bros. GC pads with a Switch logo on the box to coincide with the new Smash Bros. game releasing on November 16th. A new version of the multitap will be available on December 7th, but there’s no confirmation if it will be USB or wireless. My guess is this is just […]
Nintendo will be releasing the Wii U version of Super Mario & Super Luigi U as a single Switch game on January 11th of next year. While I agree that this is the best way to introduce Switch gamers to this excellent Mario game, I’m annoyed that once again, I’ll have to re-buy a re-packaged version […]
