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For today's interview I got to chat to the developer of 1retro. His program and service is made to back your retro emulated games' saves up, automatically, so you know you're safe and secure.

https://1retro.com/

Quick dot points straight from the website of 1retro:

• Saves upload automatically in the background. Smart syncing means only changed files transfer -- fast, efficient, seamless.

• macOS, Windows, Linux. Our lightweight desktop app runs natively on all three without slowing you down.

• Your saves are backed up and stored safely in the cloud. Your data is yours. Always.

• Every save is versioned. Overwrite something by accident? Roll back to any previous version instantly.

• Power users can automate their workflows, write scripts, and integrate custom emulators with our command-line tools.

I spoke with developer Hans to learn more about building 1Retro, retro gaming fragmentation, accessibility, and why he believes some of the hobby’s biggest improvements still happen behind the scenes.

If you're curious about saves in retro gaming, development, or the service he's looking to offer, have a read with my link. 1retro is new to the scene, but I'm curious about what you think:

https://gardinerbryant.com/fixing-retro-gamings-save-problem/

Will be travelling to Japan later this year and found out about these workshops in Tokyo where you get make "your own" modded Gameboy. Guessing modded refers to being able to choose custom shells and buttons, not so much to anything else there might be (I am not very knowledgeable about Gameboy mod scene).

Looks super cool, but is very pricey. Around 55.000 Yen for different courses, so I am a bit on the fence for booking it or not.

Anybody here have any experience with these? Would those be "normal" Gameboys you need cartridges for?

Edit: found a video of one, just in case someone is interested seeing how it goes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjHSz8goaZ8

Excited to get into Ax Battler - seems like it'll be a good time! Need to look up the manual to Crash Dummies, I have no clue what I'm supposed to be doing to clear a stage...

i want to get more into the sega consoles with not only the sonic games ive already played in a few master system games like alex kidd however i am not familiar much with the SMS and almost totally blind about the genesis apart for the sonic games disney games any suggestion for games for those systems?

Howdy.

I set up all of my old game consoles for fun, and feel like there must be a better way. I have an NES on the antenna connector (RG6?), about eight consoles on composite (Y/R/W), and four or five on HDMI. I still have my old school Composite switch, but I need more inputs, and it would be nice to be able to use the TV remote instead of getting my old bones up. My TV has two or three HDMI ports but I need a few more.

Do I just need an RF adapter, a bigger Composite switch, and some kind of HDMI switch, or is there another option I'm not thinking of?

Thanks!

Master the Curves: The Ultimate Drift Boss Strategy Guide & Tips Are you ready to test your reflexes? In Drift Boss, the road is infinite, the turns are deadly, and the only thing standing between you and a high score is your timing. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a pro drifter chasing the leaderboard, this guide will help you dominate every corner. How to Play Drift Boss: The Basics Drift Boss is designed for instant play. The mechanics are simple: your car drives forward automatically. Your only task? Turning.

Controls: Left-click or press the SPACEBAR to turn. Hold it to drift through the corner, and release it to straighten out. The Golden Rule: Don’t over-steer! Most beginners lose the game because they hold the button too long and fly off the edge. Need a break from high-speed drifting? Check out our Drift hunters unblocked for more high-octane action.

Phantasy Star IV – 1993 Developer Interviews This lengthy Phantasy Star IV interview was compiled from several shorter pre-release magazine interviews conducted in 1993. It covers the usual bases, exploring the origin of the development and its relation to other Phantasy Star games. I've also included a commentary from Rieko Kodama, and a full interview

That'll be four bucks baby! You want fries with that?

https://shop.8bitdo.com/products/8bitdo-64-classic-button-set

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/34014818

That is also an original, first edition KC Deluxe Vol 1 Akira. Thrown into the mix are Lewis Hamilton's first and last championship winning F1 cars and some Dragonball for good measure.

Back in the early 1990s we didn't have YouTube or Discord or Twitch to help us make informed game purchases, we just had to read reviews in magazines or buy games based on kick ass cover art, which is exactly what I did with this. I never played the first 3 and I think there were more after this one. Sega's answer to Nintendos R-Type series. Again it was faster, crazier and turned everything up to 11 in the side scrolling shooter genre. I think there was also a 2 player option. The music was ace and the bosses were absolute bastards. I also spent a long time trying to draw the ship. I think this was called something else in the USA, Lightning Force maybe?

As a side note, I really miss the chunky but solid megadrive cases and booklets with lore and back stories. Yes, I understand the need for sustainability, its just something I remember fondly from back then.

I don't think there is a workable way to crosspost discussion posts, if I'm wrong feel free to correct me

Originally posted to !emulation@sh.itjust.works - https://sh.itjust.works/post/60105068

Hey folks, welcoming some input here on options for a smooth experience.

I have an htpc going with a simple launcher for jellyfin, edu gaming, etc, navigable with the 8bitdo controllers I have connected. What I'd really like to do is some emulation, right now I'm looking at:

• Nintendo: NES, GB, GBA, DS, 3DS, N64, maybe GC & wii but I haven't tried it
• Sony: PS1, PS2, Vita, would go with PS3 but I don't quite have the performance on that little box for it...
• Sega: Genesis, GameGear, maybe others

Probably some more, but we'll leave it there for now.

What I'd like as an end goal:

• Filtered library based on user (my kids aren't at an age where I'm going to be cool with them playing Mortal Kombat)
• Local client to run it, romM is really cool but 3DS is a non-starter unfortunately
• Preferably a single tool to showcase all the roms and make for an easy start experience

Also any thoughts on controllers are welcomed! I have a couple of 8bitdo ultimates, a few random ds3's and knockoffs, NES style 8bitdo from years ago. N64 gaming I haven't had a great experience with, and I think a dance mat, maybe a guitar hero type guitar would be fun. Feel free to make a recommendation on a controller for a specific use, even one I haven't mentioned!

TL;DR: Whats your htpc emulation setup?

cross-posted from: https://sopuli.xyz/post/45586653

From the Emudeck discord:

@everyone Hey everyone, apologies for the ping but since this is deemed as critical to the security of people's devices here, I will have to. Cemu (The Wii U emulator) was recently compromised by a malicious attacker using a known developers account, this compromise took place from May 6th to May 12th, and introduces malware that is known to steal passwords, SSH keys, GitHub tokens, and likely more they are not fully aware of at this moment. We recommend anybody who is on Linux or SteamOS to go into the EmuDeck app, Manage Emulators tab, Cemu, and click Reinstall/Update, and make sure the hash of the AppImage (Located in Home/Applications, right click Cemu AppImage, go into Properties, Checksums, and Calculate the SHA256 hash) matches the non-compromised version provided by the Cemu developers, if you have used Cemu from the dates I have mentioned, and the SHA256 hash does not match what is listed, assume your system may be compromised if it was ran. If you are on Windows, MacOS, or used the Flatpak version, you are not affected by this malware. More information regarding this attack can be found here. https://rentry.org/cemu-security-psa

The specifically affected packages were:

Cemu-2.6-x86_64.AppImage

cemu-2.6-ubuntu-22.04-x64.zip

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WipEout 2097 was my first WipEout. Its soundtrack is etched in my memory and is, for me, the greatest videogame soundtrack ever. It defined my tastes in music, even when I strayed away from electronic towards metal. But my absolute favorite memories were on Wip3out, especially the Special Edition.

Everything about this game is perfect. It's incredibly beautiful, fluid and fast for a PS1 game. The classical physics are refined to perfection. The Designer's Republic have done their best job ever at designing the identity of this game. The soundtrack is great. The tracks are varied and a breath of fresh air after the industrial-design-fest of 2097.

It has the most content of any classic WipEout. 8 new tracks, 8 tracks remade from WipEout and WipEout 2097, 6 prototype tracks including two with a mysterious proto-"Zone" ship, all the classic teams and new ones for varied gameplay...

I fell in love again. I hadn't touched this game in almost 25 years and I love it as much, if not even more than before. I've been a lifelong WipEout fan, I've since done and enjoyed them all (except Fusion. Fuck you you ugly-ass bastard), I've spent hours on BallisticNG just to scratch that itch. But WipEout 3 Special Edition is and forever will be my love.