Mike Chi recently released a firmware update for the RetroTINK 4K that adds commands to simulate remote control actions over the serial port. The upcoming Scalable Video Switch (SVS) from Arthrimus can utilize it simply by connecting the SVS to the RT4K’s HD15 (VGA) input. Also, developer donutswdad was able to use the same serial […]
Songbird Productions have just opened pre-orders on the first brand new Nuon game in over twenty years: A space-themed game where you fly through rings, similar to the Star Fox training level. The price is $70 and it should start shipping within a few weeks. This is a complete in box order, that comes with […]
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CAVE is best known for its legendary line-up of shmups like DonPachi and Mushihimesama. Back when the company formed out of the ashes of Toaplan, they also made a series of 3D drift racing games. Touge King the Spirits, a Sega Saturn exclusive, was the second game released by CAVE after DonPachi hit arcades. Though […]
Video Player Using Zaparoo spark2k06 has created a way to launch movies using Zaparoo (previously called TapTo). This means that you can launch movies on your MiSTerFPGA using NFC cards. The ARM SOC on the DE10 Nano isn’t powerful enough to play high resolution content so you will be limited to low resolutions like 320×240. […]
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Last year Atari released the 2600+ console – a modern day reimagining of their classic Video Computer System from 1977 (later known as the 2600). The new console adds modern conveniences like HDMI and USB-C power and uses software emulation and a clever mapper / dumper setup to dump and play games from original 2600 […]
The Extron EDID Method is a novel and exclusive way to display HD video sources in 240p on a standard definition CRT. The Extron IN1606 and DVS 605 are 2 of several (or possibly many) compatible scalers that interface with the Product Configuration Software (PCS) to upload custom EDID.bin files to output 240p. My first attempt with […]
A modder by the name of Timo (Retro Time) has created a mod that utilizes the expansion port on the the bottom of the North American NES. Nintendo never commercially released an accessory that used this port (with the only know use being for the Minnesota Lottery), so it remained unused for nearly 40 years. […]
Every tech generation has examples of hardware ahead of its time. The 1991 Buick Reatta is a brilliant example of this phenomenon. This American made luxury vehicle was loaded with features, including pop-up headlights. However, the most intriguing part of the vehicle has to be the built-in touch screen CRT. The touch screen has an […]
