Analogue 3D Returns in New Retro Colors
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– The Analogue 3D, a highly praised 4K N64 emulator, will soon be available in eight limited-edition “funtastic” transparent colors, launching December 10 for $300 each.
– These special edition consoles, designed to emulate classic N64 looks, will launch with matching 8BitDo controllers and are promised for delivery before Christmas.
– A standard black or white version of the Analogue 3D will also be restocked on December 10, with its price now set at $269 and shipping expected in January.
– The Analogue 3D will face competition from the ModRetro M64, a $200 FPGA-based console, though its accuracy compared to the Analogue 3D is not yet determined.
– The ModRetro M64 is not yet available for preorder, but potential buyers can view its design, including a trident-shaped controller, in an online gallery.
The highly anticipated Analogue 3D console is set to launch in a vibrant new series of limited-edition colors, directly inspired by the classic Nintendo 64 “Funtastic” line. This premium 4K-capable system, widely regarded as a top-tier hardware emulator for N64 games, will be available in eight distinct transparent shell variants starting December 10. Priced at $300 each, these special editions will ship with a matching 8BitDo wireless controller and are promised to arrive in time for the holidays, offering a perfect blend of modern performance and nostalgic aesthetics.
Creating these specific hues required a meticulous development process spanning more than a year. Analogue worked in close partnership with 8BitDo to ensure the new colorways authentically capture the spirit of the original Funtastic consoles from the early 2000s. The available options include Jungle Green, Ice Blue, Watermelon Red, Fire Orange, Grape Purple, Clear, Smoke Black, and a special Gold model paying homage to the rare and coveted Toys “R” Us edition N64. Each console variant will be paired with a controller finished in the same corresponding color.
For collectors and players seeking the standard model, Analogue will also restock the Analogue 3D in classic black and white on the same December 10 launch date. It’s important to note that the price for this base configuration has seen a modest increase, now retailing at $269. Orders placed for the standard version this month are scheduled to begin shipping in January.
Despite the Analogue 3D earning strong reviews for its performance and accuracy since its initial release, it now encounters a new competitor in the retro gaming space. The ModRetro M64 console, priced at a more accessible $200, also utilizes FPGA technology to replicate the original N64’s hardware behavior. While this promises an authentic experience, direct comparisons of its accuracy and performance against the established Analogue 3D are still forthcoming. ModRetro has not yet opened pre-orders for the M64, but interested buyers can examine the console and its unique trident-shaped controller through detailed online galleries.
(Source: GameSpot)
