Analogue 3D Delayed Again, Now Shipping Late 2025
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– The Analogue 3D, a modernized Nintendo 64 console, has been delayed until Q4 2025 due to an unexpected production issue, marking its third postponement.
– This FPGA-based device plays original N64 cartridges in 4K resolution on modern displays and supports all original accessories, though it does not include a controller.
– Preorders for the $250 console sold out quickly, but customers can cancel for a full refund, and there will be no price increase despite earlier tariff concerns.
– The console features various display modes to replicate CRT effects, offers lag-free performance, and includes modern connectivity like HDMI, USB, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi.
– A compatible wireless controller, the 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller, is available for $40 and improves on the original design with features like a Hall Effect joystick.
The Analogue 3D, a highly anticipated modern reimagining of the Nintendo 64, has encountered another significant delay and is now expected to begin shipping in the fourth quarter of 2025. This marks the third postponement for the retro-inspired console, which was originally slated for release in early 2025 before being moved to July, then August. While earlier delays were attributed to uncertainty around US tariffs, the most recent setback is due to an unspecified production issue. Despite this, the manufacturer emphasizes that the project is nearly complete, with hardware, software, and packaging finalized for months.
In a recent statement, Analogue described the new late-2025 window as “intentionally set conservatively,” noting that the Analogue 3D has reached 99% completion after four years of intensive development. The company remains focused on resolving the final one percent before moving into full-scale production. Preorders for the $250 system sold out quickly last October, and although there had been speculation about a potential price increase, Analogue has confirmed that pricing will remain unchanged. Customers who secured a preorder can still request a full refund if they choose not to wait.
Designed around FPGA technology, the Analogue 3D aims to deliver an authentic Nintendo 64 experience in stunning 4K resolution on contemporary displays. The system supports all original game cartridges and accessories, though it does not include a controller. For those seeking a modern alternative, Analogue partnered with 8BitDo to create a wireless Bluetooth controller that echoes the classic N64 design. Priced at $40, the 8BitDo 64 controller is already available and works with Nintendo Switch, Windows, and Android devices in addition to the Analogue 3D.
One of the console’s standout features is its ability to replicate the look and feel of classic CRT televisions. Players can toggle through multiple display modes that simulate scanlines, shadow masks, and other vintage effects, all while outputting at up to ten times the original N64 resolution. The system promises lag-free performance and supports the entire N64 library, regardless of region.
The custom operating system includes familiar hubs like Library and Memories, which organize game catalogs and save states respectively. On the hardware side, the console offers four controller ports, HDMI output, dual USB connections, an SD card slot, and both standard and low-energy Bluetooth support. Built-in dual-band Wi-Fi enables over-the-air updates.
For multiplayer sessions, a hallmark of the N64 era, the Analogue 3D supports up to four players using any combination of wired or wireless controllers. While the 8BitDo model is a popular choice due to its Hall Effect joystick and customization options, players can also use original N64 controllers or select third-party alternatives like the Hyperkin Captain.
Despite the extended wait, the Analogue 3D continues to generate excitement for its commitment to accuracy and quality, positioning itself as a premium alternative to software emulation.
(Source: Gamespot)
