Why on hell on stage 2, they didnt make paralax scroll in the cities background??? The other stages after could manage that!!!

Hey man, good job! I'd say you nailed it.

I'm guessing that you experienced issues with genesis games because you used the older Genesis core vs the Mega Drive core.

The Genesis version is very good. It’s a shame nobody seems to see it. Plays better than the arcade.🎉🎉

i like the intro theme music

This idea of "Arcade is the original so automatically better than home ports" is so beyond me. The Genesis music is way better. Feels like this makes people forget to actually listen, and just compare Arcade with Genesis. But that's just IMO.

I actually like G Loc on Megadrive i like the cliff sections the most but also it changes from in the cockpit to behind the plane view which i like

My original MiSTer setup probably cost me about £400 in total to put together, and it was probably the best gaming investment I ever made. I didn't even own a USB keyboard so I that includes all hidden costs and extra controllers / adaptors that I couldn't resist. I went for a Multisystem because it had a consolised form factor, an RGB SCART port, a power switch and didn't look like an amateur electronics project. I still have all my real hardware hooked up (the MiSTer slotted into the chain like everything else) but I'd be lying if I said much of it gets used these days. For my use case (arcade / retro enthusiast with no interest in save states/ advanced emulator functions or using modern display) I can't imagine another gaming device ever meeting my needs as well. Users like me are now getting a second MiSTer because holy hell a complete MiSTer Pi worked out to something like £148 delivered - it's no longer something behind a somewhat 'elitist' or boutique paywall. Regardless, I'm keen to see how your MiSTer Pi ownership influences / enhances your comparison videos. I think the combination of your keen eye and distain for the evangelical branch of the community could result in some very entertaining work.

Shining Force 2 is still one of my favorite games. I hate that I never got to play three. I’d love a collection with all 3 scenarios.

Side comment - today I located my cabling for my n64 and hooked up SM64 with an original controller for the first time in a decade. I forgot that feeling; I also immediately hated my Brawler64 USB as a result :/ there’s such a huge difference in gameplay when the controller doesn’t feel right, which I think translates to the 9:10 discussion.

Space Harrier, out run, and afterburner was better on the megadrive

Has the Mega Drive Mini 2 not released when this video posted?

Regarding any layer priority issues in the GBA core (or others)... I recommend you start writing down any issues you noticed and file bug reports with the devs... as they may be able to fix it. I have seen many an update with the description being fixing an issue in one particular game... so I know they do often care and sometimes fix things. I can't speak for others but I've not really noticed any FPGA snobs. In fact, both of them predominant MiSTer KZbinrs (PCN and VGE) go out of their way to not disparage software-based emulation and mention that they use it quite often themselves. I think most of us are use-all-the-tools kinda folks... so I apologize on behalf of any of the FPGA snobs you have encountered. I avoid all social media except for KZbin... and a few Discord-based communities.

Nice video. I'm receiving my Mister Pi kit next week, and the one from QMTech a few weeks later. I'm currently playing Goldeneye on the original N64, and it's awesome, but either my Ultra HDMI mod, the Everdrive or the console itself are starting to glitch out (I suspect the Everdrive, though). But I can barely wait to test NES/GB/SNES/PS1/N64/Saturn on the Mister. Then, maybe, I can put my PS1, Saturn and N64 into storage somewhere, to de-clutter my gaming room.

There is a reboot button on top of the Mister and MiSter Pi so you really do not have to pull the power out. A real advantage is that its so small you can have it sitting near your TV in your lounge and it wont be noticed like a PC.

You really suck at comparing

[MiST] [Ter] MiST + Terrasic .... first time I've heard that explaination!

Its far superior to software emulation if you consider to preserve retro gaming. Its more true to the original way to play like the games were intented. For me its a must have

For anyone wondering about the performance of the Saturn Core, its still in active development by someone in a Country currently under attack/invasion from an aggressor nation to it's North. So, the fact that it exists at all is impressive, but, its being worked on, and it will be as close as SRG can get it (which is to say, probably 99.99% accurate) when its finally finished. The PS1 core is very mature, and the N64 one is considered completed, but they're still adding some new tweaks too it.

I already bought deflemask on sale but I just wanted to write and thank you for these awesome tutorials!

The main reason I'd consider a FPGA solution would be Sega Saturn, as from PS1 and below, we can even surpass original hardware/game design input lag using solutions such as runahead and preemptive frames. Capcom games, specially arcade ones are notorious for having input delay in order to give the moves/punches/kicks more weight, this is also true for the likes of King of Fighter games, and while this is OK, these games just feel better with that out of the equation, specially nowadays. As for the Saturn, there are a few games we can reduce input delay in Retroarch (Beetle Core), but this core still eats a ton of CPU cycles and maybe in the near future, it will be as feasible as the PS1 in this regard, but today, I can only see the FGPA as the go-to solution (not considering real hardware, of course) for great Saturn emulation with the least input delay possible. Still, I'm not picking one as I'm not THAT into it enough, but IF I was to pick one, Saturn would be the only reason. Even though I'm really happy with the current state of Saturn emulation in Retroarch (Mednafen/Beetle Core).

I love the Mister, opted for the DE10 nano and analogue card so I could use on a CRT. It's become my most used device, even more so than the original consoles. You'll have to change your KoFi goal now 🙂

I think I am getting full speed on Tanuki Justice running Windows 11 on Raspberry Pi 4B 8GB in the Vilros Keyboard TouchPad Hub. Aggelos too.

I hate how Windows 11 on the Pi 4B has to be plugged into internet. Very irritating.

Hopefully now with the Pi 500 we will get people working on things support wise. I am messing with the Pi 4B 8 GB in the Vilros Keyboard TouchPad Hub. Thinking of switching to the Radxa X4. I just worry about heat. Right now I am running Windows 11. I am mostly using it for a safe for some of my stuff.

I built my first MiSTer back in 2018 when the original DE-10 Nano still cost 130€ (VAT included). Before that I had an FPGA MiST (bought in 2015). So yeah, long time user and fan of the system. Still looking forward to new arcade cores and features being added to exisitng cores. Even bought a 2nd DE-10 Nano board right before COVID hit and the prices went up. Also looking forward to the new models that Taki Udon is working on. 👍

A very helpful video, thanks. I've been eyeing the Mister up for years, but I'm still sold on it. I have to say that the menu is horrible on it.

Nice overview of someone new to MiSTer. I've had mine a few years and its great. Very nice for CRT connections, especially to get the oft forgotten PAL output when that's your nostalgia. The errors are often fun, so many odd things you see scrutinising MiSTer end up matching hardware when people have checked. But, your 100% right, it is not error free, and FPGA is not instantly perfection. The community is great to investigate things when people highlight them though. Lots of audio improvements, that hopefully get ported onto software emulators also. Lots of cool people around Discord too. Always good to stay clear of the snobs. Anyone playing retro games in 202X, any which way at all is great! Just one of many options

A good friend of mine has a Mister which I’ve also played on. I certainly enjoyed the experience compared to standard emulation but agree you need to don your homework first. I plan to get one of these at some point, but think I’ll wait for future revisions.

Cool Vid as always thanks Inglebard Gaming even after all these years of watching I think I just figured out why you say see me later haha

There is the "Other version"" Dont think many compare the 3d remake vs the arcade lol.

Its a shame Shining Force wasnt as popular. they should have released the gaiden games on the genesis. Its cool this is portable back in the time, but nowadays, theres zero reason to play this game when shining force cd exists.

Just got one of these this week.. the arcade board simulations have been worth it alone. Right now loading up my collection of games on it and enjoying it immensely.

Funny how Genesis when pushed could exceed the sum of its parts. See: Toy Story. Which feels like a PS1 title or Tomb Raider for the GBA. Push it to the limit!!!!

Never heard this "Sega games are better on PCE" nonsense before. IMHO, all these games had the obligation to be better on the Mega Drive. 2 draws and 2 loses only proves Sega's incompetence. PS: Mega Drive port of Outrun were dated at that time since it came only a few weeks before Road Rash, that were a way better game and using more advanced tech... and there were a good bunch of better racing games on the console (and, yes... it was a racing game). BTW, there is another franchise calling itself "driving" that is way more popular and influential than Outrun... the "Real Driving Simulator". Not a hater of Sega or Outrun, but somethings are way overrated today, am I right?

Absolutely love the Saturn. My all time favourite console. I still have my original model 1 PAL and model 2 NTSC-J consoles hooked up to a CRT. Regularly play through the likes of Panzer Dragoon Saga, Burning Rangers, Deep Fear, NiGHTS, etc, etc. So many incredible games that so few ever played. So sad. We we're rather fortunate in the UK/Europe in that Sega of Europe fought real hard for us Saturn fans. Often ignoring SoA or even going completely around them in the case of Sonic R. SoE were at the mercy of SoA's decisions so we missed out on many games that would've sold tremendously here because they weren't 'right' for the US market. This trait would plague SoA for years. For example, Valkryria Chronicles 3 on the PSP was never localised due to 'poor sales' of VC2 in the US. However it was one of the best selling PSP in Europe, receiving a 'PSP Essentials' release. But no, it sold 'poorly' in the US so no VC3 for Europe. The UK official Saturn mag were absolute champions for approaching SoE to get disc 1 of Panzer Saga onto the magazine cover as they insisted people needed to play it. It was a losing battle but they fought ferociously.

Absolutely agree that Galaxy Force II is the pinnacle of sprite based super scalers. Power Drift is also easily up there too but then it never came out on the Genesis (tho PC Engine version is quite impressive for what it is). Super Monaco GP on Genesis can't come close to arcade in graphics but in game play and fun factor, it ran circles around the arcade. The real hidden gem of this game is the career mode. You can spend hours and hours playing this to build your driver and car to go for that world championship. And tho the graphics paled compared to the arcade, it did a pretty decent job with all the on-screen displays, sense of speed, excellent controls, and great sound effects. I think the arcade Turbo Outrun doesn't get enough credit... I played it so much back in the days (while waiting for my turn for SFII ;-) and I might even say I like it more than Outrun. Most people assume Outrun is the king of driving games but give Turbo Outrun another try - if you get the timing right for when to use turbo to blast through the road obstacles, it's really amusing and the sense of speed is higher than Outrun. Plus, this can go either way, but I prefer F40 over Testarossa😜

Fun fact; the Z80 in the SMS was recommended by the manufacturer to run at 4Mhz but for some reason SEGA went with 3.58Mhz (maybe to ensure compatibility with the Game Gear?). I can’t help but feel that a lot of the SMS slow down/frame rate issues would’ve been much more tolerable if they’d kept the 4Mhz clock speed.

Nice review! Got one coming for Chrimbo. And that music... love it. Used to listen to a now-defunct SwitchRPG podcast that introed and outroed with that music. What is that tune, please?

Agree that the mega drives sounds and music were basically the arcade just scratchy - The snes ones were redone exclusively for the snes

Quality upload mate.

Love the PC Engine, but there's no question that the Megadrive was always superior in every way possible.

The Genesis dithering is far less abrasive on a CRT, especially 13-19”, as was common when the game was new.

The 24 bits reference might be based on the 24 bits address bus of the Motorola 68000 used in the console.

Not at pointless. This is very important knowledge. Honestly, I prefer the NES version. Less detail in the art, but the colors pop so much better to me.

Inglebard, do you actually like Battletoads as a game? My first time playing the game was when it was first released as a rental. Years passed, I played a bit through Nesticle and later the Rare Replay compilation came out and I was able to revisit the game, played it a bit and put it away. It wasn't until 2020 that I was able to actually beat the NES game through the collection. Even with rewind it was still TOUGH. I wanted to go through every version before playing the new 2020 game, which I feel missed the mark. The only surviving experience from playing the 2020 was the metal soundtrack, which I still listen to this day.

Super Monaco GP is one of my favourite games for the Mega Drive. Absolutely superb.

The arcade ran at a higher resolution and has more RAM than the 3DO and every other home console at that time, so of course it looks better and has more details. No home console at that time could perfectly replicate the arcade version, but the 3DO came the closest and all my friends and I absolutely loved it! We played the crap out of the 3DO version and quickly tossed the Genesis and SNES versions aside.