So some of the audio stuff has been changed in recent firmware updates and things like the lowpass filter have changed completely in the way that it operates. So the numbers I give in this video are likely no longer the optimal settings. I haven't powered my Mega Sg on since making this nor have I updated the firmware since v4.2 I think. So the default value with the lowpass filter turned on may well be the best setting, but I really don't know. But you do want at least SOME lowpass filter otherwise it will sound too bright and shrill. I've been using my real Genesis since the making of this video.
@Lorfarius5 жыл бұрын
Is there any chance you could list any changes you do make in the video description? Might help if someone comes to look later.
@adamcartermi55 жыл бұрын
Please update and give us new audio settings
@Lorfarius5 жыл бұрын
@@adamcartermi5 I ended up using the same ones from the video and it all seems to work perfectly.
@jackbootshamangaming45413 жыл бұрын
MiSTer has made the analogue's useless huh?
@richr1613 жыл бұрын
@@jackbootshamangaming4541 There both fpga implementations no? Mister seems more raspberry pi with this just being a product you buy update firmware and play. Also this plays carts
@GameSack5 жыл бұрын
Sorry about the flood of Mega Sg videos from every channel in the world! That's what happens when you have embargoes. We've never had a video released on day 1 of a product launch so it will be interesting to see if it ends up being worth it for you and for Game Sack. So it's all an experiment.
@TheKingzfan5 жыл бұрын
Game Sack it's ok. It just means that your video will be the best video of the bunch and of course the first one to watch!
@HKgaming865 жыл бұрын
I've got 5 reviews for it in my subs right now and came here just to comment on that
@TheKingzfan5 жыл бұрын
HKgaming I had several in mine also but chose Game Sack first. Nice to have an additional episode especially on a Monday morning!
@Maldroth5 жыл бұрын
I appreciated the review. Given how much you love Sega figured you'd be the toughest critic of how accurate this gets both in visual and audio qualities. I had actually never knew there was a sound difference between the different models.
@trikoloko_SPFC5 жыл бұрын
Are people really complaining about that? Come on! You guys are awesome.
@atomiswave25 жыл бұрын
I just got hit with game sack, rerez, metal Jesus, and my life in gaming all reviewing mega sg all at the same time. I choose game sack
@dsgitlin5 жыл бұрын
Ditto!
@chobs035 жыл бұрын
If you make other life decisions as wisely as this one, you will do well.
@herbiehusker18895 жыл бұрын
The best choice.
@tudobem125 жыл бұрын
actually, you dont need to choose, they both are friends
@ianstewart84205 жыл бұрын
Is it wrong I gave up on Metal Jesus? I can't tell what it is, but something about his channel changed and I can't take him anymore. He does still find good "hidden gems" though.
@SynthatronPrime5 жыл бұрын
You were my first choice of about 5 billion Mega SG videos to watch. Amazing as always so far. Thanks, Joe!
@ignissolus75035 жыл бұрын
After this video.. Im sure its the most complete review.. Im skipping everyone else's.. Gamesack is unmatched.. Case in point.. The godlike genesis episode.. Every other youtube channel got schooled by joe.. Hell.. Even by dave
@ricardomauricioaraya76255 жыл бұрын
same here, too many reviews out there, but this is the one I needed!
@lunitaproductions82905 жыл бұрын
Yeah me too, Game sack is more quicker to explain and entertain
@nermanus5 жыл бұрын
I watch MLIG first for the super in-depth analysis but then I watch Game Sack for the fun summary.
@StRoRo5 жыл бұрын
You Americans will never know of the constant peril us Europeans have to endure of the constant threat of fatal water drops.
@sgiacomo845 жыл бұрын
No one can do a system review like Joe!! Not only do you get ALL of the important information, but all of the humor along with it! I chuckled every time you pushed the power button 😂 thank you!!
@elkinfencer105 жыл бұрын
Seriously, I tend to feel hit or miss about Game Sack reviews, but when it comes to system reviews, Joe is the best there is. Period.
@bishopwilliams68175 жыл бұрын
Apart from the fact u chose 1080p and not 720p. 1080p is incorrect.
@CheddarbaconStudios5 жыл бұрын
If the Analogue doesn’t make those fart noises when I turn it on, then I will be sorely disappointed.
@pcachu5 жыл бұрын
FART NOISE POWER-ON OR RIOT.
@pidgeo55 жыл бұрын
Just wait for the firmware update. The Analogue Mega Sg will only get better! :)
@BoozeAholic5 жыл бұрын
When the video started, I was wondering why you no longer hear the fart noise during the intro only to be bombarded with farts throughout the entire vid.
@bdwilcox5 жыл бұрын
I just had this horrible vision of Dave bent over with Joe holding a microphone to his buttocks to capture the sound effects.
@PierreVonStaines5 жыл бұрын
The perfect choice of sound effect. 👌
@Coletanm5 жыл бұрын
Yay bonus game sack! Joe you should have edited in clips of Dave saying "That's exactly right, Joe!"
@SNESdrunk5 жыл бұрын
Extremely useful, thanks
@KREATIVEassassin5 жыл бұрын
Game Sack is the only channel I care about watching review this product. I knew Joe would break it down and explain it like no one else can, and that's why Game Sack is #1!
@indiaalphanovember82175 жыл бұрын
Thank god... It plays Greendog. Phew! Was worried there for a minute!
@Chaos89P5 жыл бұрын
Rerez didn't play it, so I wasn't sure.
@pengwin_5 жыл бұрын
you fucking beat me to it! LOL
@zrobeast5 жыл бұрын
Any system that can’t play GREENDOG! in 1080p should be set on fire immediately!
@Chaos89P5 жыл бұрын
@@zrobeast So you're willing to set fire to an OG Sega Genesis Model 1?
@indiaalphanovember82175 жыл бұрын
@@zrobeast Nintendo is gonna burrrrnnn!
@phunq90875 жыл бұрын
I can always rely on you for accurate and in depth reviews of hardware. You never BS anything and always balance the humor with serious critiques. Thanks again Joe!
@nightmarezer05075 жыл бұрын
I've seen about 3 other reviews for this system. This is the best video. None of them explained the options really nor did any of them find ANY problems with it. I have alot more respect for Game Sack now! Edit: It reminded me to click the bell. Thanks for the best review of the console.
@RichHomieBodhi5 жыл бұрын
The power on fart sounds had me dying 😂
@miikasuominen38455 жыл бұрын
I watched the My Life In Gaming one first... Though, I must say, watching Game Sack review was something like about 1000 times more entertaining! :D Thanks, Joe! That was absolutely stunning!
@FerrariKangaroo5 жыл бұрын
I wasn't expecting the best video review of the Mega SG to come from GameSack, but apparently, I'm completely wrong. Amazingly detailed, yet concise review of the console. The best on KZbin IMO. Great work Joe. Love the video production skills passively on display too.
@HappyConsoleGamer5 жыл бұрын
Amazing review! I laughed out loud at the "too lazy to put your headphones on right" bit.
@skins4thewin5 жыл бұрын
I gotta say tho, you guys are by far the best KZbin gaming channel there is. You guys are one of the only ones that get the technical stuff right. There is so much misinformation spread by other channels and you guys consistently get it right. Hats off to you guys!
@jaymzx25875 жыл бұрын
Now THIS is a review! I’ve seen about 4 other reviews from prominent reviewers and none of them were detailed / in-depth. This is great information and love your approach, really expecting a lot - not just assuming it’s great. Thanks!! Edit: HILARIOUS “outtakes”😆😂
@MetalJesusRocks5 жыл бұрын
Excellent review as normal Joe. You went really in depth here. Great job!
@skins4thewin5 жыл бұрын
Lol it wouldn't be a Game Sack episode without a little GREEEEEEEN DOOOOOOOOG! Also glad to see that yall tested Monster World 4, one of the best hidden gems on the system.
@AndresGP5 жыл бұрын
I really liked how this video touched on specific details, criticisms and options that a lot of other videos based on the Mega SG seemed to have skimmed over or just took a quick glance at. Truly you're one of the more hardcore Sega Genesis fans, and the knowledge truly shows! You've gained another sub for sure now. :)
@mattfahringer1485 жыл бұрын
the lack of Dave is disturbing
@Losveterani5 жыл бұрын
matt fahringer yes what happened to him? I need to know
@someguy31865 жыл бұрын
@@Losveterani Sega console
@SpiralPegasus5 жыл бұрын
Too much SEGA for Dave to handle
@pitmatix14575 жыл бұрын
Don't frighten me with your co-host ways Matt.
@SwankeyMonkey5 жыл бұрын
*Game Sack* just made the announcement: Dave is moving on. As much as he would want to continue, his full time job and all of its travel isn't allowing time with his family. So, MORE Joe. =-D Yea, more SEGA!
@James-nj8gx5 жыл бұрын
Best review so far out of the one review I've watched. In all seriousness appreciated the audio focus.
@moviemetalhead5 жыл бұрын
The only two channels I care to watch this review from: Game Sack and MLiG.
@KokoTheGorilla695 жыл бұрын
Haha those are the only two I watched! I think I'm good
@videogameobsession5 жыл бұрын
Modern Vintage Gamer also did a very nice review of it.
@orinanime5 жыл бұрын
I love how detailed your information on the hardware is.
@adesignersperspective5 жыл бұрын
nice touch changing the fart sound when a master system game was loaded up. 👍
@SharkPig_Media5 жыл бұрын
I'm just being honest, but your delivery is so great in this video. I feel like the occasional solo vids might be a benefit to the channel! You guys are great together but the tonal shift here is great too.
@AuthorativeMrM5 жыл бұрын
Game Sack without Dave has a “fireside chat” atmosphere. Great overview, Joe: I super want this now.
@JesusCommando5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely the best gaming channel on KZbin. Thank you Joe & Dave!
@thenostalgiafactor50235 жыл бұрын
NOTE: The 8bitDo 2.4g Wireless controller does NOT work with an Atari 2600. The dongle fits, but doesn't light up or sync properly. I tried in on 2 different 2600's and I know John Hancock tried it as well.
@GimblyGFR5 жыл бұрын
I've really been waiting for YOUR review of the Mega SG, and it was well worth the wait. And, as a plus, we get 2 Game Sack episodes this week (I hope)!!! Great review, great skit and, man, the "special noises" every time a console is powered on are hilarious. Game Sack rules the world of KZbin gaming channels without a doubt.
@badbirdkc5 жыл бұрын
More and more, I'm thinking Soul Star might be the prettiest 16 bit game ever.
@EricHostile5 жыл бұрын
It is a beautiful game. I need to snag it.
@EricHostile5 жыл бұрын
Your config is very good. Time to watch the video and take notes this time. Thanks for the review it was my favorite Mega SG video of them all!
@control_issues5 жыл бұрын
What was that last game? The spaceship shooter that looked kinda like Galaxy Force... started at around 17:41?
@noquieropuerco4 жыл бұрын
7:51 Aah, that sublime Greendog music... Greendog can do no wrong. GREEEEENDAAAAWG!!!
@videogameobsession5 жыл бұрын
Hey Joe, is that high pitched squealing sound in the audio due to leaving "enable cartridge audio" enabled? It's probably picking up interference from that. My guess anyway.
@loganjorgensen5 жыл бұрын
Deliciously pedantic review, no stone un-turned. ;) Testament to great hardware design that you can even talk about such details and show options that alter them. :) I'm confident they'll figure out some adapters for GG and attaching the 32X.
@vix_in_japan5 жыл бұрын
GameSack Does What Othersdon't. Great video Joe!
@spartansfan10265 жыл бұрын
If you're still wondering about those borders, they're to make sure no useful area of the display was cut off by the variable overscan that was present on CRT televisions, and having them be a color that was similar to the game's background would make them less noticeable if a particular television's overscan didn't obscure the entire border area.
@Blueflag045 жыл бұрын
They missed an opportunity to call it mega GS ( Game Sack )
@danfred71275 жыл бұрын
I've been saying for years how I miss the little fart sound effect Joe would throw in when the Game Sack dropped down in the intros, but after hearing Joe sneak in the sound all throughout this video, my faith has been restored. Thank you Senpai. I love your sense of humor. Unbelievably in-depth review you've done here.
@emarskineel5 жыл бұрын
Did you kill Dave? *WHERE IS HE?!?!?*
@doug.navarone20375 жыл бұрын
Had to get it out fast
@pengwin_5 жыл бұрын
hes a nintendo fan, so he is not allowed >:|
@drwhotvwam5 жыл бұрын
He's playing the SNES mini
@ToxcynTV5 жыл бұрын
GameSack, Thank you for providing option setting suggestions as all the menu items can be overwhelming for most users.
@lady1kaka5 жыл бұрын
Would have been funny as hell if there had been Metal Joe Rocks in the Thumbnail 😂😂
@hjalmarjohnson58465 жыл бұрын
Did someone say, "Hidden Gem?" *tweaks nipple suggestively*
@colonelsandwich6415 жыл бұрын
Love the descriptions you guys do for the music in the closed captions.
@Overbound5 жыл бұрын
No Dave? Is this the end of an era you were speaking of on Twitter?
@grumpyoldgeezr5 жыл бұрын
Game Sack, don't ever stop. You guys are the best.
@juiceala5 жыл бұрын
Actually it would make more sense if the “SG” would stand for “SEGA”, for starters it is the official initials SEGA themselves use, from the SG-1000 to Sega Gaga “SGGG”, but also because SEGA stands for “Service Games”. Anyway, great episode, makes me wanna get one of those alongside an Everdrive, maybe I’ll get a Master System Everdrive as well, hopefully 32X and proper Sega CD support would be added eventually.
@robertoaguiar62303 жыл бұрын
Tectoy made a mega drive remake recently with original controller ports and rca output (they were the south american manufacturers back in the day)
@captaincommando26025 жыл бұрын
The Analogue Mega Sg is not perfect but is a million times better that the dreadful sega clones by AtGames.
@bland98765 жыл бұрын
Gave the @games to my little cousins for Christmas and i kinda feel bad.
@RobertSeeJen3 жыл бұрын
@@bland9876 give him this and the Everdrive Pro to make up for it! Lol. Jk. Though the official Genesis Mini with some of your nephew's favorite games dropped on it might suffice.
@IamMarkSmith5 жыл бұрын
You da man! Thank you for going through the menu settings. Much appreciated. Great video. I always enjoy your content. Keep up the great work guys.
@NaviciaAbbot5 жыл бұрын
You guys just couldn't wait to put out another awesome episode? Looks good.
@GtotheNextLevel5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for all the details on this, Joe! If I hadn't watched this first I probably would not have known what I would be doing with all those options. I am so dying to get my hands on one.
@darthv725 жыл бұрын
The FPGA should have been programmed with 32x support. That way you could plug either a 32x game or genesis game and it would work. someone may find a way to get CD images to run from SD card. That would be cool too.
@MordecaiWalfish5 жыл бұрын
Excellent review Joe. Setting the bar high here for sure
@segaprophet5 жыл бұрын
way more in-depth about specific games than the rerez review
@Fattydeposit5 жыл бұрын
Rerez is a such a corny, smug, mediocre know-nothing barely literate little twerp. He'll go far.
@SumDumGy5 жыл бұрын
This really is the best review for this console. I’ll eventually get one and use this as a guide to set it all up with extra blast processing!
@slyguythreeonetwonine31725 жыл бұрын
Thumbs down for no: "That's right Joe!" .......:(
@ignissolus75035 жыл бұрын
That midnight resistance music.. Love it when in background.. Game sack uses it often.. As well as black belt's music from the master system
@aaront85 жыл бұрын
I'm a simple man...you put a fart noise in there when you press a button, i'll give you chuckle every time.
@volo8705 жыл бұрын
Best review to the bunch. Nice to be a KZbinr - they just throw cool stuff on top of you.
@VaughnJogVlog5 жыл бұрын
When do you point out that Analogue sent this to you for review/PR?
@Sirynx775 жыл бұрын
Good point
@rivlezz5 жыл бұрын
You guys killed it! Good job on the review.
@jmopborba5 жыл бұрын
Wow! A surprise video on monday?? Well this is a good monday.
@dcb9765 жыл бұрын
JuMeSyn I’m guessing there was an embargo. Quite a few channels just put up videos for the mega nt at the same time
@AlfaTrion5 жыл бұрын
Your face when your headphones were on wrong was so good lol. I just got my Mega Sg today and I'm pumped!
@overweightactor5 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. Where's Dave, though?
@JazGalaxy5 жыл бұрын
You are reminding me of those people who, once you get in a new relationship, only ask “”Where is so and so?!” It’s not funny or witty. If you are actually asking, the answer is that they aren’t married. Dave is at his house with his family.
@overweightactor5 жыл бұрын
JazGalaxy you should probably just chill out
@lqcrow5 жыл бұрын
Realized I hadn't finished the video, started watching from the beginning again. Cracked up just as stupidly at the fart noise on button gag because I'd forgotten. So congrats, that's twice you've gotten me with that gag.
@startedtech5 жыл бұрын
ooh, special episode?
@firisrozley57685 жыл бұрын
Aside from 32X compatibility, Analogue Mega Sg is still the best way to play Genesis/MegaDrive games on a modern TV. Good job, KevTris and Analogue. It would also be great if they can make a clone on Sega Portable Nomad (Genesis portable) with the same FPGA technology from Mega Sg with modern batteries, better LCD, SD slot, USB-C for charging, the same button controls as 8-bitDO ones, HDMI out, headphone jack and Bluetooth. Imagine playing real Genesis/Mega Drive, Master System, Game Gear and perhaps 32X cartridges on the go with the hardware quality of Mega Sg. One can only hope for the ultimate portable Genesis console.
@cirinaharvey14665 жыл бұрын
Guess not everyone has near on 200 dollars for a megadrive. Guess i'll stick with my Snes classic lol
@retrosoul87705 жыл бұрын
I stuck with my hacked Snes classic for modern Snes gaming but for the Genesis/MD, definitely getting this.
@cirinaharvey14665 жыл бұрын
@@retrosoul8770 I would have done but i just don't have that type of money.
@mattclaybaugh85782 жыл бұрын
What do you guys do, I just can't stop watching. 10 hours during work and after I get out, let just keep watching.
@Demonskunk5 жыл бұрын
The reason for the either blending option is because the softness of CRT screens helped to blend the dithered pixels, but an HD TV is too sharp.
@Sheepmansheep4 жыл бұрын
it was the softness of composite video not the crt itself
@trevorbozeman5 жыл бұрын
That ending skit. Holy crap.... I had to rewatch it a few times it had me laughing!
@cax11755 жыл бұрын
The sound effects really went downhill without Dave lol
@joshhall30255 жыл бұрын
Scrolling trying to figure that out too
@TheMainCore5 жыл бұрын
@@joshhall3025 well now we know :(
@joehdah53955 жыл бұрын
Wow, i absolutely love the stop motion stuff where it takes itself apart and stuff, its so cool!!
@0GuruCS5 жыл бұрын
Boss: Why were you in the bathroom for 20 minutes. Me: Ummm, ummm rough weekend 😓😉
@TonyFrancis5 жыл бұрын
DNP Guru you’re not alone in that scenario on this blessed day. 😂
@TonyDeCoste5 жыл бұрын
Spectacular solo bonus episode Joe, thank you! I was prepared for this to be a watered down episode but aside from no Dave this felt like the full meal deal, boy am I stuffed, now I'm gonna watch some Playing with Sacks for dessert...
@rogersage26455 жыл бұрын
I really wish my Switch would make fart sounds when I select things or power it on..... maybe a custom Wario iteration will come out with Fart Functionality!!
@LungMing235 жыл бұрын
if you mod your Switch (kinda a pain and wouldn't recommend you do it yet) you can actually change the sounds for when you attach you joy cons. Also for when you detach them lol. So.....you could actually make them different fart sounds....I kinda wanna do it now.
@rogersage26455 жыл бұрын
@@LungMing23 Oh wow lolol that would be hilarious, I have a new future goal!
@lesterrr123125 жыл бұрын
damn isn't this the best video on the topic?! so many references to recent episodes (like water damage in European games, heck yeah!!) and everything is snappy and also funny, man, great job!! it would be cool to see you and Dave play Ultracore on Playing With Sacks, like you did with FX-Unit: Yuki!
@ThePouplous5 жыл бұрын
RIP Dave White
@androidrulez4445 жыл бұрын
He will be missed
@RobertSeeJen3 жыл бұрын
That Titan 2 border issue is still present over two years later -.-
@charmanfer5 жыл бұрын
Is Dave dead? :(
@emmettturner94525 жыл бұрын
Just leaving external audio “that way” is why you heard noise on the silent screens. It has to have an ADC to digitize the cartridge or Sega CD audio. This means you invite analog noise into your digital audio needlessly if you leave it that way for other games.
@GameSack5 жыл бұрын
The Sega CD wasn't even hooked up when I recorded that noise. And that noise did not originate as analog I don't think. Sounds very digital-y.
@emmettturner94525 жыл бұрын
Game Sack Exactly. It should be disabled without the Sega CD or else you get an ADC digitizing random noise from a floating analog input. It sounded “digital” because it was, in a way: The ADC’s analog input was picking up noise from digital circuitry on the system. It’s off by default for precisely that reason. The Super Nt has the same concern with “cartridge audio” and also defaults to “off.” Only enable cartridge audio on Super Nt for MSU-1, Super Game Boy, etc or else you will be introducing digitized analog noise into an otherwise-perfect digital audio signal.
@jevansturner5 жыл бұрын
Emmett Turner that's correct.
@EEPfehAGG5 жыл бұрын
WHERE IS DAVE? I WILL NOT PLAY UNTIL DAVE IS RELEASED.
@mandude833 жыл бұрын
I just got one, it is an amazing little thing! I am holding cartridges I haven't held in 25 years and can play them flawlessly on our big TV. Been emulating for years using roms but you can't beat the real deal, at least for the games themselves.
@meatPi115 жыл бұрын
The more I watch this the funnier it becomes. Just got mine in the mail today, considering returning it. Doesn't fart when I turn it on. Thanks GS!
@stewartbladensb5 жыл бұрын
Your vid was the only one in my youtube feed. That must be because you're the best.
@IllegalPriest5 жыл бұрын
Really hope they add more sprites per scan line option. That’s one of the biggest things I wanted from this machine. I love seeing these old games run without flicker. Great review!
@randolphcarter68015 жыл бұрын
This is the more completely review i've ever seen (sorry for my bad english) Great episode.
@bigduke59025 жыл бұрын
This is the most Joe video ever produced and, consequently, my new favorite Game Sack episode.
@JoolsGuitar5 жыл бұрын
this is a man educated on his genesis. btw awesome way to include Dave on this ep. I almost felt like a like him.
@medes55975 жыл бұрын
I knew Joe would have actual useful advice with regards to settings and such. I was so sick of people just saying "oh it runs all these cartridges!" which isn't exactly useful, considering it's an FPGA console.
@EricAndre6155 жыл бұрын
Nice video, really like all the technical details. Very thorough. I can't wait for the other adapters, especially the Mark III.
@aliencatcrew33365 жыл бұрын
The audio swapping function is there because when you have wifi speakers and duel pair them for surround sound SOMETIMES the speaker sound flips. Changes the right speaker to left for some reason especially if you plug one speaker in and then duel pair it that sometimes happens
@hughlingard5 жыл бұрын
This channel is still operating in full effect.
@reagandow8505 жыл бұрын
I’m sold on it. I’ve been waiting to hear the reviews but I knew just by the name that it was well worth the money. Now if we could only get some decent shoot em ups for less then $200-$500 a piece. ;) ...and thank you for the help with the settings. I was really hoping you’d do a review on this. I’m really excited about getting this console.
@xGolbezx5 жыл бұрын
All I needed to know is that it plays Greendog perfectly. If something can't play Greendog perfectly, it's not worth anyones time or money. I'm definitely buying this! Thanks for all the info, Joe! Cheers from Nova Scotia
@piccolo19765 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your meticulous testing, I was waiting for someone decent to review this.
@colinbaldwin32785 жыл бұрын
The best most underrated channel STILL!!! I miss Dave, but Joe you are still the best