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technology1 year ago•3 min saved

"Exploring the Atari 400 Mini: A Palm-Sized Journey into 8-Bit Gaming History"

The Atari 400 Mini is a new addition to the trend of miniature game consoles, offering a nostalgic exploration of Atari's 8-bit era with a well-curated lineup of 25 built-in games. The device features a retro design, including a beige plastic casing and classic joystick, and offers expansion options through USB ports for connecting additional peripherals and sideloading games. While facing competition from other Atari gaming options, its unique design and flexibility may appeal to retro gaming enthusiasts, priced at $119.

via The Verge|

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gaming2 years ago•2 min saved

Sega's Dreamcast Mini: Cost and Quality Concerns Halt Production

Sega reportedly considered releasing a Dreamcast Mini console but decided against it due to concerns over cost and quality. According to YouTuber Adam Koralik, Sega stated that the technology required to create a mini version with real hardware would make it too expensive, with an estimated price tag of $300 USD. Sega also explored the option of releasing a mini console with PC conversions of Dreamcast titles, but the community's reception was not favorable. Given the underwhelming sales of the original Dreamcast and the waning popularity of mini consoles, Sega opted not to pursue the release of a Dreamcast Mini.

via Wccftech|

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gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

Sega Boss Reveals Challenges in Creating Mini Console for Sega Saturn

Sega President and COO Yukio Sugino has stated that creating a mini version of the Sega Saturn is proving to be challenging due to its high performance. Sugino believes that it will take some time before they can develop it alongside fans of the Sega Saturn and Dreamcast. Sega has previously considered producing mini versions of their classic consoles, but the cost of parts has been a hindrance. Sega has released two mini-consoles so far, the Mega Drive Mini and Mega Drive Mini 2, with the latter being chosen based on customer surveys.

via Video Games Chronicle|

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