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Axiom Verge Creator Tom Happ Oct 18, 2021

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Here's an interview with Tom Happ, creator of the games Axiom Verge 1 & 2. Both are some of my favorite Metroidvania games and it was an honor to be able to interview the creator! We discussed a bit about his background and went in deep with some questions about the games - If you're a fan of the series, or just want to hear from the perspective of an accomplished indie game developer, definitely give this a listen! The interview is also available as a video - Links and more info here: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-axiom-verge-creator-tom-happ.html

Tom's main page: https://www.thomashapp.com/
Get physical copies of Axiom Verge 1 & 2 here until October 31st: https://limitedrungames.com/search?type=product,page&q=axiom%20verge%202*
Digital Copies of Axiom Verge 2 can be found here, with a PS5 version coming within a few months:
Switch: https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/axiom-verge-2-switch/
PS4: https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10003389/
Epic Games Store: https://www.epicgames.com/store/en-US/p/axiom-verge-2

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Supporter Q&A #177 Oct 15, 2021

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from October 14th, 2021. All comments and questions are fielded through the support service Q&A page. Please consider supporting this channel via monthly services, tips, or even just by using our affiliate links to purchase things you were already going to buy anyway, at no extra cost to you: https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

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TIMESTAMPS (please assume all links are affiliate links):

00:00 Support Services: https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

01:07 A new box for RF on Modern TV's?

04:37 Some HDMI to VGA converters require power in certain setups.

07:22 OSSC doubling PC VGA signals / Projection TV's / 720p calibration disc

12:37 TTL Sync / Extron Crosspoint: https://youtu.be/RSn7J6H_m7A / https://www.retrorgb.com/csync.html

17:35 CRT / high voltage HSTAT convergence part

18:59 Crosspoint cap list

20:17 240p Test Suite Monoscope Pattern CRT calibration

21:26 Sega Triple Bypass PSG issues

24:45 Component video to RGB to S-Video

26:44 Uses for 240p test suite

30:20 Cable strain relief

32:39 RCA jack wear and tear

34:41 Getting a laptop to display on a BVM for pixel art: https://youtu.be/nwNrqIjxBaA / https://retrorgb.link/cheapdac

39:19 Unmodified N64 to RGB setup? https://www.retrorgb.com/n64rgbcompatible.html

41:16 N64 - Is upgrading from composite to S-Video worth it on a CRT? Scroll down for S-Video cables: https://www.retrorgb.com/n64.html

Weekly Roundup #274 Oct 13, 2021

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00:00 Welcome!

00:50 Jaguar GameDrive Firmware: https://www.retrorgb.com/jaguar-gamedrive-firmware-v1-11-released.html

06:32 SNES 240p Test Suite Update: https://www.retrorgb.com/240p-test-suite-new-snes-update-1-061-available.html

08:03 XStation Firmware Update: https://www.retrorgb.com/xstation-firmware-v1-4-4.html

09:29 PS1 Digital Resolution Database: https://www.retrorgb.com/ps1-digital-adds-optional-resolution-database.html

13:05 RT5x 4:4:4 480p and New Scanlines: https://www.retrorgb.com/retrotink-5x-firmware-v-198.html

18:12 Interview with MAME Developer: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-david-mamehaze-haywood.html

20:36 Super MIDI Pak Interview and Update: https://www.retrorgb.com/super-midi-pak-update-interview.html

21:51 Near’s SNES Scans Found: https://www.retrorgb.com/600dpi-snes-box-cart-pcb-scans-found.html

25:27 Retro World Expo: https://twitter.com/RetroRGB/status/1447954263154597888

27:06 Game Store Robbed:
https://twitter.com/ffclassicgaming/status/1447172207097090050
https://twitter.com/johntorn/status/1447691517649424388

Interview with David 'mamehaze' Haywood Oct 11, 2021

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Here's an interview with David Haywood aka MameHaze - A 20+ year veteran of the MAME development scene. This was a casual conversation about David's history in the scene, how development's changed from 1999 until now and just the overall state of the MAME project. It was an absolute pleasure talking with him and I hope this is the first of many chats like this one. The interview is available as audio and video files attached to this post and will be on all major podcast networks.

Here's where to find David:

YouTube (main channel for streaming): https://www.youtube.com/mamehaze
Twitter (progress pictures, more general communication): https://twitter.com/mamehaze
Old website with yearly updates: https://mamedev.emulab.it/haze/
Backup Streaming Service: https://www.twitch.tv/mamehaze
Official MAME Homepage: https://www.mamedev.org/

We also discussed a "found" Dreamworks game and you can see footage of it in the following video: https://youtu.be/_wkWmCQmhps

The interview is also available as a video. More info and links on the main page: https://www.retrorgb.com/interview-with-david-mamehaze-haywood.html

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Supporter Q&A #176 Oct 08, 2021

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from October 7th, 2021. All comments and questions are fielded through the support service Q&A page. Please consider supporting this channel via monthly services, tips, or even just by using our affiliate links to purchase things you were already going to buy anyway, at no extra cost to you: https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

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TIMESTAMPS (please assume all links are affiliate links):

00:00 Welcome

00:12 Why do light guns only work with SNAC adapters on MiSTer

02:10 Original PS2 games on unmodded different region consoles using FMCBoot & MechaPwn: https://youtu.be/BzKVcpjugCE

02:39 Which version of the 240p test suite to set geometry on a CRT?

06:15 What aspect ratio to set the Wii when using RT5x?

07:57 Can you use the multi-out AND RCA composite jack from an original PS1 at the same time?

10:41 What to document when finding something new?: http://gamesniped.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/Original-Nintendo-Controller-Chair1.jpg

12:11 Why don't more people use Sega Model 2/3 arcade boards with superguns?

13:31 Get analog audio from a RT5x: https://www.amazon.com/shop/retrorgb?listId=2IUZDPTUCALQJ

15:02 PSU for Open MVS: https://www.retrorgb.com/openmvs.html

15:56 Hot air rework station: https://amzn.to/3iGIq3k

16:59 Some thoughts on adhesive on large caps in products.

21:41 Best way to connect an x68k and all it's resolutions to a flat panel?: https://www.retrorgb.com/hd15-2-scart-adapter.html

23:23 SNES corrupting game saves?: https://www.retrorgb.com/quality-psus-for-classic-consoles.html

25:05 Status of video upgrades for non 1-CHIP SNES consoles.

27:27 Framemeister HDMI port lag / Extron crosspoints: https://youtu.be/7VOsOuQ5mhM?t=359

29:26 Cool NES mods? New 72-pin connector? RF box replacement: https://www.retrorgb.com/no-cut-nes-front-loader-nesrgb-installation-kit-available.html

34:07 Component to S-Video?

37:02 Any preferred model for a GBAz?

38:14 Saturn video dropouts / reflow multi-out.

41:15 Dreamcast issues when converting to component video.

45:32 Game Gear RGB mod for use with HD Retrovision cables?

47:17 Recommendations for S-Video cables?

Weekly Roundup #273 Oct 06, 2021

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More info & link to video version: http://retrorgb.com/week273.html

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00:00 Welcome!

00:35 New Amstrad Mega PC Video Output / Sound Card: https://www.retrorgb.com/new-amstrad-mega-pc-video-output-sound-card.html

04:10 GBA Motherboard Reverse Engineered: https://www.retrorgb.com/gba-motherboard-reverse-engineered.html

07:41 New MiSTer Updater: https://www.retrorgb.com/new-mister-updater.html

09:53 MiSTer Multisystem: https://www.retrorgb.com/mister-multisystem-case-i-o-board-released.html

12:59 Simpsons, G.I. Joe, Sunset Riders & TMNT Arcade Board Cases: https://www.retrorgb.com/new-metal-plexi-cases-from-scanline-city.html

15:46 Axiom verge 2 Physical Copies: https://www.retrorgb.com/axiom-verge-2-physical-copies-available-for-pre-order.html

18:08 A Game Dev’s Perspective on Upscaling Pixel Art: https://www.retrorgb.com/upscaling-from-the-perspective-of-my-own-pixel-game-art.html

20:48 Use PS4/5 controllers on PS1/2: https://www.retrorgb.com/psunoretro-interest-check-bluetooth-controllers-on-ps1-2.html

23:52 Sonic Hacking Contest 2021: https://www.retrorgb.com/sonic-hacking-contest-2021-is-here.html

Supporter Q&A #175 Oct 01, 2021

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from September 30th, 2021. All comments and questions are fielded through the support service Q&A page. Please consider supporting this channel via monthly services, tips, or even just by using our affiliate links to purchase things you were already going to buy anyway, at no extra cost to you: https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

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TIMESTAMPS (please assume all links are affiliate links):
00:00 Hello!
00:09 Will a VGA extension cable add lag or affect picture quality?: https://www.amazon.com/shop/retrorgb?listId=H10S69UEYW
01:28 gcompsw 8x2 component video switch: http://bit.ly/gcompsw
03:08 Are there any quality differences between JP21 and SCART?
04:30 Why don't Nintendo or Sega make official captridge repos for retro consoles?
08:33 SCART sync voltage, testing voltage on an oscilloscope: https://www.retrorgb.com/oscilloscope.html
14:21 Power Dremcast & DreamPi from the same PSU?
15:36 Heat issues with PS3 & Kallax?
17:49 Desoldering gun tips. Here's the one I use: https://amzn.to/2TwoKk6 / More tools suggestions: https://www.retrorgb.com/tools.html
24:11 CRT aspect ratio / dot clock: http://www.firebrandx.com/downloads/ConsoleDotClockExamples.png
29:07 Convert Saturn games to work on Fenrir? Japanese PS2 games on other PS2's via FreeMcBoot and OPL.
34:22 AC "Y" cable, power conditioner: https://www.amazon.com/shop/retrorgb?listId=1BIIRNU70ADRR

Weekly Roundup #272 Sep 29, 2021

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00:00 Welcome!

00:20 Cruis'n Blast: https://www.retrorgb.com/cruisn-blast-on-switch-reviewed-looks-awesome.html

01:58 Remute Cartridge Albums: https://www.retrorgb.com/remutes-living-electronics-game-boy-album-now-available.html

04:39 Project Nested: https://www.retrorgb.com/project-nested-play-nes-games-on-snes.html

09:01 N64 & Genesis 3-button bluetooth controllers: https://www.retrorgb.com/nintendo-announces-n64-genesis-bluetooth-switch-controllers.html

11:45 RT5x Pre-orders: https://www.retrorgb.com/4th-round-of-retrotink-5x-orders.html

13:50 Genesis SotN, Star Fox, Homebrew: https://www.retrorgb.com/genesis-megadrive-homebrew-symphony-of-the-night-gg-shinobi-starfox-and-more.html

16:27 History of the N64: https://www.retrorgb.com/the-history-of-the-nintendo-64-by-historicnerd.html

17:20 Retrofighters BladeGC Controller: https://www.retrorgb.com/retro-fighters-bladegc-controller-pre-order.html

19:45 SFC Smoke Clear shells: https://www.retrorgb.com/super-famicom-pal-snes-smoke-shells-pre-order.html

Supporter Q&A #174 Sep 24, 2021

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Here's the Supporter Q&A from September 24th, 2021. All comments and questions are fielded through the support service Q&A page. Please consider supporting this channel via monthly services, tips, or even just by using our affiliate links to purchase things you were already going to buy anyway, at no extra cost to you: https://www.retrorgb.com/support.html

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TIMESTAMPS (please assume all links are affiliate links):
00:00 Hello!

00:05 Best way to play GB/GBC/GBA on both a CRT & flat-panel: https://www.retrorgb.com/gamecubeode.html / retrorgb.link/cheapdac

05:13 Shield your own cable?

08:00 LOL

08:13 Any difference between RGB and Component?

13:00 Moire pattern when shooting video of a CRT.

18:00 MiSTerCasde Questions: https://www.retrorgb.com/mistercade-installation-and-overview.html

20:01 GBAz Firmware: https://www.retrorgb.com/gba-consolizer-major-firmware-update.html

21:01 HDMI switch suggestions: https://shmups.system11.org/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=63585