Analogue releases upgraded SNES and Genesis consoles with wireless support

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 18:20 · Archive

Analogue announced updated Super Nt Plus and Mega Sg Plus consoles with wireless controllers and redesigned cases.

Analogue announced the Super Nt Plus and Mega Sg Plus, updated versions of its retro consoles that play original Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis cartridges. The consoles use FPGA processors to recreate the original hardware rather than using software emulation, delivering lag-free gameplay on modern televisions without requiring ROM files.

Both consoles feature redesigned cases and cost $219.99 each. The main upgrade is built-in wireless connectivity using Bluetooth and 2.4GHz connections for gamepads, along with a dedicated pairing button. Wired controllers remain supported. The consoles also add USB-C power and USB-A ports, and can be powered on and off from the primary controller. Cartridges can now be swapped without fully powering down the systems.

The consoles output video at 1080p maximum resolution. The Mega Sg Plus retains a Sega CD connector and comes with a Master System adapter. Preorders begin on 19 October at 9AM Pacific time, with shipping expected in December. Neither console includes gamepads in the box, though third-party controllers such as 8BitDo's retro-style models are available separately.

How it is being reported

• Analogue returns to the 16-bit era with the Mega Sg+ and Super Nt+Dust off your old Sega Genesis and Super Nintendo cartridges.Engadget · 16 Oct, 18:03
• Analogue is re-releasing its SNES and Genesis consoles with some nice upgradesAnalogue announced new versions of its Super Nt and Mega Sg retro consoles today with a "reworked industrial design" and built-in wireless connectivity for controllers and accessories. Like the original versions, the new Super Nt Plus and Mega Sg Plus are able to play Nintendo and Sega Genesis cartridges using an FPGA processor that perfectly […]The Verge · 16 Oct, 16:08

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