Analogue is revisiting the console rivalry that defined the first half of the 1990s. The company has announced the Super Nt+ and Mega Sg+, updated versions of its Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis throwback consoles. Each costs $220, with shipping planned for December.
Like the Super Nt (2018) and Mega Sg (2019) before them, these are FPGA systems, which recreate the original hardware on a chip rather than emulate games in software. The advantage is lag-free 16-bit games on a modern TV without hunting down ROMs. The trade-off is that you'll need to bring your own original cartridges, much like a modern record player plays your old vinyl collection.
The biggest hardware upgrade is wireless controller support. Both consoles now include built-in Bluetooth and 2.4GHz connectivity, a dedicated pairing button, and the ability to power the systems on and off from the primary controller. Wired controllers are still supported. No gamepads are included, however, so buyers should factor that into the cost. 8Bitdo's retro-style M30 and SN30 controllers, matching the Sega and Nintendo aesthetics, cost $30 each.
The consoles also add USB-C power, a USB-A port for connecting CRTs or charging controllers, an SD card slot, a new OS, and a redesigned case. Cartridges can now be swapped without shutting down the system. Analogue says each console plays more than 2,200 games, region-free. The Mega Sg+ retains a Sega CD connector and includes a Master System adapter. Video maxes out at 1080p, with no 4K support. Pre-orders open on Monday, October 19, at 8AM PT through Analogue's website.
Source: Engadget · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing