Bod2019

Well look at that, they’ve shown more comprehensive footage of this device running N64 than Analogue have with the 3D.

I still await my 3D with anticipation though

I haven’t taken much note of this uptick in perseveration organisations in recent times. But I’m assuming there is money to be made in what they do? Even if that is simply amassing a huge eclectic collection which will carry significant value in years to come, whilst being funded by donations etc..,.

@RZ-Atom

Thanks for pointing out, I see it now on rewatching.

It seems a little weird at this point that they’ve felt the need to publish something, given the vocal nature of everyone, yet this is what they decided was sufficient to appease everyone.

Where are the cables 😀. I’m sure they are there, but can’t help be cynical at this point.

Either way, looking forward to my preorder.

Does Revenge of Death on the Astro City Mini count as a release?

Can’t blame Modretro for kicking Analogue whilst they roll around on the floor working out how to disengage airplane mode so they can communicate

Interesting concept, could be fun. Hope to see a review in the future once the completed game is available.

I have no nostalgia for these, but they do look pretty cool.

The last update seemed so positive about releasing by end of August. Kind of annoying now to be honest.

Thanks for the feedback.

I know the Neo Geo version of Xeno Crisis had the Rom released by Birmap Bureau, guessing they may do the same for the Neo Geo version.

Shame it’s still not quite ready yet.

I’m tempted to go for this for my MVS cab, but still struggle with MVS/AES cartridge prices. Anyone played it (on other platforms), worth the investment?

@Steel30

This would be good

I used to really like this in the arcade when it first came out, was a real novelty to play.

It will be no surprise to learn I also had Waverace 64 day one too 😀

Very nice. Interesting to see, I’m keen to get into some illustration and animation using Procreate, nice to see what some else has achieved with these tools.

I live in the south west, notorious for intrusive ’R’s, and I have to say the whole thing about Ah-mee-ger is a nonsense.

Ah-me-guh is what my family/friends align with.

Nice. I have a soft spot for the Game Gear, having had one as a child in the early 90s. Always tempted with these types of modern adaptations.

This sucks and will clearly have an impact on the potential for any future projects.

If the cart was released first, surely that would have been even easier to pull the ROM from?

I guess ultimately no option is safe really, not when a certain demographic is determined to distribute things like this regardless of the impact it has to the business, quick gain, long term loss (for everyone).

Personally I’m not playing this until I can get a physical Mega Drive copy, will be well worth the money, and wait from what I’ve read so far.

@mjparker77

Don’t apologise, I agree, as a child I saw the console and controller for the first time in Japanese import form in a local gaming shop. Played Mario and it all made sense, I would have liked a new remake/original style controller. But this’ll do for now I guess 😀

Waiting for the Analogue delay.

Excellent work, well done, if this was visible back in the early 90’s on this hardware it would of grabbed a lot of attention.

I’m beginning to wonder what this will all mean for companies like Analogue, and their upcoming 3D - I can help but suspect another postponement is on the cards.

Smokey and the bandit/Cannonball Run it is then.

Might be worth asking Retro-Bit 😉

@Gamecuber

Bristol, not sure what this new deal means for the Toys ‘R Us revival.

@Damo

No worries, the pace of modern life gets the better of us all.

Plus I have a vested interest after building a replica x1 slot MVS cabinet during COVID lockdown running original hardware, learnt a lot during the process - most notably what can be achieved when faced with a global pandemic. I'd share a pic, but not sure that's possible.

“it was sold as both arcade hardware (AES) and a home console (MVS)”

Hate to be that guy, but this statement is backwards. MVS was arcade hardware, AES home console.

@X68000 thanks, sounds fairly capable.

I’d like to say I’ve played and enjoyed Sin & Punishment, my copy is here, fresh from Japan, awaiting my Analogue 3D to be able to experience it. ⏳

Never really looked into these types of things, what will they comfortably run?

@avcrypt @herrothar

Thanks both, I’ll take a look at the links.

Awesome. Has anyone dissected the previously found device to see what it would have run on? It was a few years before the actual PlayStation, so I assume it was wildly different.

@NeonPizza

Agreed. I went with it for the ease and the ability to replay some old favourites again.

@NeonPizza

Not really.

Like I said before, I was referring to the console only, as they aren’t selling it with a controller.

You can always put a sticker on it to “get the look”

I guess the main event is that it plays the games.

I wonder how the build of this compares to the Retrobit European/US version (due out in the Sunmer I believe). I saw a video stating the board isn’t bevelled, and is a little rough finished.

@NeonPizza

It was grey (two shades), with a resin domed sticker/badge in the middle. I was there. (I’m referring to the console specifically).

Really not much different.

All moot until this item actually appears in the wild, and not just in renders. That’s coming from someone who has pre-ordered one.

Disappointing, but predictable announcement.

I feel a lot more people are being vocal about their distaste at Analogue’s handling of these announcements without any actual explanation for the delay.

I’ve already read a good number of comments elsewhere with many suggesting they’re cancelling their order. I wonder if the patience within the community has been tested a little too much.

I like they’re products, but support and communication is well short of acceptable.

@NeonPizza

It doesn’t really look all that different from the original, all grey N64. They’re sure to release colour and translucent variants in 2026.

Seems the Analogue 3D has been confirmed delayed by Analogue, now targeting delivery by July, as was looking likely from other information available.

Would’ve been nice to get an email and not have to find out through online posts by others.

@Damo

I sense a delay, all evidence seems to suggest likely June release (8Bitdo 64 controller date is now expected June).

Guess there might be an announcement to that effect in around a weeks time.

Where is my Analogue 3D?

@Damo any sign of a review copy of the console arriving at the Time Extension office? Hoping it hasn’t been significantly delayed.

“As I was happily getting ready in my dressing room — focused, excited”..,.

How lucky was he that some unknown third person in the room happened to be recording the whole thing, some others might have questioned why that cameraman was hanging around 🤔

I’m unsure what this really means. There is a lot of reference to IP holders and rights. This case perhaps differs slightly to fan translation.

Putting aside all questions relating to moral choices, I’m intrigued by the law and right of ownership here as the translation is based upon someone else’s work which has been legitimately licensed. The translation would be nothing without the original source material, in its simplest form it is a reproduction of someone else work in another language.

I would assume if they held strong rights over that, then they would now be pursuing Retro-Bit legally for some form of compensation. I haven’t heard that yet, which leads me to believe that defending these translations legally may not be an option.

I’ve no real knowledge of any of this, I’m just putting thoughts out into the ether.

@RZ-Atom

Perhaps a nice range of Ridge Racer Hotwheels cars.

Fingers crossed for a Neo Geo (MVS) version. Should be able to handle it from what’s shown in the promo video.

Great work Bitmap Bureau.

@RG-Riven m
This is an interesting point, and something I was wondering about when I first read this story earlier today.

I’m intrigued to see how Retro-Bit responds to the case put forward, and Time Extensions request for comment. I’m a keen fan of the output, I’ve found the quality of their releases is great, their handling of this situation could be critical to many fans.

I’d take two, but not sure getting them to the UK would be cost effective.

This is very cool, can’t wait to add to my MVS cabinet.

Thank you.

Sad, but likewise I don’t routinely shop in their stores.

Our local WH Smith recently added a new Toys ‘R Us section at the back of the store, my wife and I were thrilled, brought back good memories, are children were less bothered.

Seems a shame that as we see the re-emergence of Toys ‘R Us, their host store is now at risk.

Very nice. A solid effort from all involved. I might tune in and have this playing in the background.

I’d happily buy a copy of this should it ever be possible to release a physical cartridge.