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To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the NES, 8BitDo has launched the NES40 collection, featuring NES-themed gaming accessories including a limited edition Ultimate 2 controller with NES Retro Receiver, a Retro Cube 2 speaker, and a Retro 68 Keyboard, all available for pre-order with various release dates.
A developer has successfully ported the Little Unix (LUnix) operating system, originally written for the Commodore 64, to the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) using the Famicom Disk System (FDS) to overcome the NES's limited RAM. The project, driven by curiosity, leverages the similarities between the 6502 MPU in the C64 and the Ricoh 2A03 in the NES. The port is available on GitHub and can be booted up on an unmodified NES using an EverDrive cartridge that supports FDS ROMs, sparking interest in the potential revival of UNIX-on-6502 development.
Legendary video game composer Koji Kondo discusses the process of creating the iconic Ground Theme for Super Mario Bros. on the Nintendo Entertainment System. Kondo reveals that his first attempt at composing a track was scrapped because it didn't match the gameplay, but the second track he made perfectly captured the rhythm of running and jumping. He explains that he played the game multiple times to find the right rhythm and continued to do so for subsequent games in the series. Kondo also shares his desire to create unique and enjoyable music that didn't fit into any specific genre.
Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments for 2023, including a Nintendo Entertainment System console, Legend of Zelda NES cartridge, Sega Dreamcast console, and Minecraft-themed ornaments, are now available for preorder. They will be shipped in October, but customers can secure them before they potentially sell out.