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Some thoughts on the #Analogue3D:

It is very cool and sleek hardware (see my terrible photo with my original #OcarinaOfTime module) and can be a lot of fun if you want to have a mostly authentic #N64 experience on modern FullHD or 4K screen.

There are a lot of things to consider if you are willing to invest so quite a bit of money into this console:

Despite being a #FPGA device the system is not open, so no #OpenFPGA in the future which would you allow other to #misterFPGA cores/systems (open alternatives: misterFPGA, #M64 and the #SuperStationOne).
Some promised stuff is missing such as save states and play time recording.
The official controller has to be bought if you don't plan to use an original N64 controller. the Wireless NSO N64 by Nintendo controller is not compatible.
The official #8BitDo controller does not correctly emulate an N64 controller which can be problematic in certain scenarios involving the C buttons.
Butchered PAL versions with less FPS /slowdown etc are still butchered.
A few games do have compatibility issues (which are being worked on).
HDMI-CEC support is broken and hasn't been fixed for weeks.
Analogue seems to fulfilling orders in a quite random sequence.
The integrated fan can be quite annoying/loud, especially for people sensitive for highly pitched noises.
Don't forget about import taxes.
No bluetooth audio, so your partner can "enjoy" the Yoshi Story soundtrack with you.
Maybe emulation is good enough for you? 🤷
Flash carts do at this work, just get/build a #SummerCart64. Emulators written for N64 hardware emulating other system do not work though.

#Nintendo64 #RetroGraming #RetroHardware #AnalogueInc #Analogue #Nintendo