Modern Accessories for Retro Gaming vol 1 - Game Sack

Episode 203 - So we're looking at some accessories that are being made for your old consoles and we're taking a look at a few clone consoles as well!
0:41 Everdrive Review
5:24 8-Bit Do Bluetooth Controllers Review
8:22 Dreamcast Toro VGA box Review
10:22 Power Base Mini FM Review
12:25 db Electronics Grafx Booster Review
14:23 Gamerz Tek 8-bit HD Video game System Review
17:14 Gamerz Tek MiniGen Review
21:25 Super Nico Fami Review
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[@OhYaSure]

This has slowly become my favorite show. I love going back to my youth with the guys. Love it

[@demonsty]

THAT LOOK ON DAVES FACE WHEN HE'S USING THE MULTI TAP WITH NO FRIENDS!

[@bennyhaha66]

lmao I checked the comments just to see if I was the only one that loved that moment.

[@Taric25]

24:03 "Even though I don't have any friends" I burst laughing!

[@Pan_Z]

The defeated sigh sells it.

[@2namtaB]

Good morning Game Sack, 7am Sunday morning in the UK here. Something to watch with my breakfast, thanks.

[@ProtoMario]

Another episode of the few favorite shows I watch here.

[@TheFableHistorian]

ProtoMario Especially the ending skit.

[@KibaTheBarbarian]

ProtoMario cool seeing you here

[@Thebossstage1]

But proto shouldn't you be making videos?

[@slyfrailzz]

ProtoMario but proto, I lost my train of thought. These dudes are way cooler than you

[@hansweiss469]

*Insert BUT PROTO!!!... joke here*

[@CrystariumNet]

Holy shit every 2 weeks. I refresh and then new Sack shows up and I get really fucking excited.

[@demonsty]

yeah they stepped their game up big time!

[@the1ucidone]

More episodes like this please. It's not only informative but also very relaxing.

[@chasesmay7237]

Translations for Saturn games is how I grew to love that console. I had my Saturn since launch and it just sat in my closet until I decided to buy a fenrir and see what was out there…it went from my least, to my favorite system. Policenauts, shining force 3, grandia, silver star, to some lesser known games like valhollian and linkel liver story are so great

[@Nearest_Neighbor]

SuperFX and SA1 chips are now supported on the SD2SNES. Just for those who might be interested in it.

[@stringanime]

This is the reason I sub. Anyone can make a watchjojo type top 10 gaming whateva video, but this....THIS! This is just fine.

[@marakarthegreat]

this is more than fine

[@TheIMMORTALKAHNHD]

Game sack comin in clutch. Unsung heros of youtube

[@TheSocialGamer]

Hands down, and not to start any fan war, your channel is my number one channel for all things retro. Such great original content. I would love to see your show go to the small screen and picked up by a network to air across the globe. I wish you fellas and the channel much success.

[@trr94001]

It's not just you. "Bluetooth" is an old Algonquin word that means "It doesn't work".

[@SilasHemmingway]

It's actually the name of a king (Harald "Bluetooth" Gormsson)...and I suspect he was often on unemployment. See what I did there? ;)

[@poopinfruz9771]

I used to hate it too, until i got apples filthy hands out of my pocketa

[@quito787]

Krikzz is awesome for giving us the everdrives and sd2snes!

[@mekman4]

The tech side of this stuff is interesting for hobbyists, it's nice to ground the material every now and then.

[@CalebMichaelRiley]

What excites me about this channel is that I have a feeling you guys have years worth of ideas for videos. It seems you never lack inspiration and your production continues to get better and better. Thanks for keeping such a strong focus on what your passions are, which really seems to be retro gaming. Thanks guys, you are the only channel that never dissapoints me!

[@GreenNinjaTea]

i keep thinking Joe and Daves names are Joe and Mac

[@GameSack]

Dave really should change his name.

[@MickeyD2012]

I understand how you could get the two confused...

[@matthewlane518]

I got a power!

[@johncenaplayingstarcraft9580]

Joe mama

[@badcrc]

You forgot to add that there are Bluetooth adapters for nes and snes so you can use 8bitdo pads on the real console!

[@donotresussitate]

Koldo Aingeru the Bluetooth dongles are the only way to go to pair an 8bitdo controller with the retron 5. It pairs like trash with the console but once the dongle is in it Laura right up.

[@aibrainlet8041]

8bitdo controllers are decent quality, it will really only last you a few months tho before the firmware starts being glitchy and the l/r buttons break :/

[@querpmuerp]

Funny thing: I have a Neo Geo to SNES adapter, and the bluetooh adapter works perfect with this. So I can play metal slug on my MVS with the 8bitdo Snes30 :) Pretty neat product!

[@Jaglefay1]

I connected the 8bitdo to my avs and my games play like crap. 8bitdo sucks ballsacks

[@Pres_NotSure]

donotresussitate how do I do this!? Can’t find any Bluetooth adapter for old systems..??

[@Sparkykelly1]

Always love those system breakdown segments. Always cool seeing these consoles opened up and all their innards spread out for our entertainment 😂

[@MrGul]

Thoroughly enjoyed this episode and yes, please do more of this!

[@ErinPlays]

I don't know why anyone would make a system where 16:9 is the only option!

[@gamerz213killah3]

dam gurl u fine u want dm?

[@gamerz213killah3]

can I hollar at u

[@callumshotmail]

digital comment not to intelligent for Retrogamer14425Killahs sexy brain

[@Manlyman47]

+Sanity Collapse I like me some original burns

[@EarthboundX]

Nice bait.

[@iCach0]

If you do another one of these I'd like to see any or all of the following items, if you have them or manage to get them: Dreamcast ODEs (GDEmu and USB GD-ROM controller), Saturn ODEs (Rhea or Phoebe and eventually the Satiator if it's finished), 64drive (there's a new version), FDSStick (Famicom Disk System Drive emulator), HD Retrovision component cables.

[@iCach0]

If you read my previous comment you've probably deduced that I liked the first part a lot more 8^) The rest was good stuff too, I just don't care for clone consoles personally (with the exception of well engineered FPGA systems like AVS and Analogue Nt mini)

[@GameSack]

We'd love to... if we had that stuff!

[@iCach0]

Admittedly a lot of what I put on my list is hard to get but the FDSStick is pretty inexpensive at $17 and is usually in stock at the creators site. The HD Retrovision cables are totally worth the money and the wait IMO, plus they're pretty good at communicating and managing the sales. The 64drive is a little on the expensive side but worth every penny, it was developed by the same person who designed the HDMI board for the N64 and has some neat features compared to the Everdrive 64. The rest is a pain to get honestly, mostly because of the waiting times and not everyone is great at communicating. But with perseverance it's doable.

[@CharlesNiswander]

How about the Raspberry Pi? It's emulation-only but has far more potential at a far lower price-point than any of the clone consoles mentioned in your episodes. @GameSack

[@JeremyRutz]

Marking this a favorite video. Lots of cool devices and gadgets I'll want to investigate. Thanks guys!

[@Jajuka81]

Great episode! I love using new accessories on old hardware. Some can breathe some more life into old systems.

[@Mike-nf6nf]

I think it's cute how in 2017, some companies still think they can shovel out garbage hardware as though KZbin channels like this somehow won't do reviews on it and trash it if has obvious glaring flaw(s).

[@UltimateGamerCC]

to me, the FM chip sounds good with SOME Master System games and not all of them, so i'd have to say it comes down to which game you are playing at the time.

[@KwijGaming]

I didn't know about those SD carts and they were literally the thing I was looking for. Thanks a lot!

[@UrshifuYaoi69]

Aw yeah, nothin like waking up and seeing game sack uploaded. Great way to start the morning.

[@arcadeperfectreviews2653]

Also I'm surprised you guys didn't talk about the HD retrovision component wires for SNES and genesis. I use them on my CRT and they are wonderful. The best picture I've ever seen on a home TV

[@CharlesNiswander]

I'm surprised nobody ever mentions the Raspberry Pi. For 35$ you get emulation of NES, SNES, N64, PS1, Dreamcast, PSP, Genesis, Gameboy, Gameboy Advance, Master System, I could keep going.....Commodore 64.....you name it, all through HDMI. I'm really not joking. Puts those silly expensive clones to shame.

[@arcadeperfectreviews2653]

Charles Niswander everyone always mentions that. It's not the first emulation machine. I have one and it's okay, but channels like this are for collectors.

[@CharlesNiswander]

Of course, but as a collector, I prefer to not play the physical carts I own. I prefer longevity to that admittedly sweet feeling of "genuine" nostalgia you get from playing the originals....but emulation is certainly perfectly fine for playing (most games).

[@CharlesNiswander]

And no, it's not the first, just far superior to anything but emulation on PC. Which some of us have been doing since the early 2000s....so no, emulation is far from a new thing. I just don't see a lot of mention of the Pi, so figured it in everyone's best interest to have the opportunity to know there's a cheap, effective emulation machine out there that's not a bad purchase. :)

[@arcadeperfectreviews2653]

Charles Niswander you're right it's not bad. I have one, but to be honest I really only use it when people are over to play arcade games on my HDTV. I also notice lag and the Pi does have a few frames of it. Still these retro collection channels don't really get I to the Pi much but there are 100s of KZbin videos on them. I mostly game on my CRT with composite and if I'm forced to emulate (mostly for non-neo geo or Sega atomus wave arcade games) I do it on my PC which is a heavy gaming rig, mostly because I have a lag free moniter. But yea I see your points.

[@MissAshley42]

Clone Dave was obviously made by Gamerz Tek.

[@RyanNikolay]

Awesome episode! The clone console stuff really showed what a difference there is between the originals and 3rd party. The Everdrive segment was also super helpful!

[@POOPIESkillz]

I couldnt believe the amount of difference the SMS FM sound makes!

[@HawkBreland]

24:09 open the door, get on the floor, everybody walk the dinosaur

[@afficial83]

Hawk Breland oh my god you just blew my mind with nostalgia

[@odinsplaygrounds]

Drunk at 2am? Perfect time to tickle my sack!

[@Locomamonk]

I think it's a great idea to deviate into accesories one can buy, because it's something any of us watching this video can relate to and be interested in. You sure know your audience, GS!

[@gergalurg]

Enjoyed this and learned of some products I was unaware of. Good job.

[@RetroGamePlayers]

I've got a couple of SNES30's and use them with my Retron 5, they are fn awesome

[@boobio1]

The Retron 5 sucks shitty input lag kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2rcYmWlftx2e5I

[@RetroGamePlayers]

boobio1 I am subbed to that channel. But yeah I haven't noticed anything drastic at all, I've heard some TVs can make a big difference. I don't use it for primary retro gaming either.

[@vfletes1]

Retro Game Players I tried using one of those snes30 ,what a nighmare... couldn't sync at all , company told me I need it to update the controller....I said might as well aske to put together a Swiss wach...I returned it and got my money back..

[@jesuszamora6949]

Never had a problem like that with my Retron 5. Definitely seems to be an issue that varies with TVs.

[@krebyrocks77]

You must have incredible luck because I had one of those controllers and it didn't even last 3 months. Yes it worked fine when it was working but anything with that short a shelf life and shoddy build isn't worth it. Should be $10 instead of $40-$50.

[@me5ponk454]

24:08 i lol'd so hard

[@videogameobsession]

No disrespect to db Electronics, but I've tried to buy their db Booster Plus for many years and it was always showing either Coming Soon or Sold Out. Giving up on it I ran across a very similar looking TG16/PCE expansion board from an eBay seller in China and bought that instead. I was blown away by the quality. Up until this I had been using the RF until around '92, then a Turbo Booster + until now. Aside from only costing $30 (as opposed to $60+), the best part is that not only does it do Composite, stereo, Svideo, RGB, but it also does YUV! Yep, good old YPbPr component video. The db Booster would require another $53 HDRetrovision Gen2 YUV cable to connect your TG16 to a standard HDTV or CRT with Component input. Highly recommended!

[@Doubledante]

interesting episode! I always like seeing what options are out there for the retro gaming scene!

[@Boojakascha]

I would definitely buy a clone Dave!

[@zfrometa8316]

I only date bad boys *Sees For criminal use only* Love me GameSack

[@Trappy-C]

@Turd Ferguson Simpin' Ferguson

[@cherrycheetos]

I just love watching you guys' content on a sunday morning while having breakfast

[@CoolHandJames]

Daves face at the multitap segment, genius

[@whataboutbob1192]

poor dave i will be your friend

[@yellowblanka6058]

That look of despondency, lol, fine acting.

[@demonsty]

that shit was priceless

[@SomeOrangeCat]

That Powerbase Mini FM is sexy as hell. And considering how stupid expensive a Sega Mark 3 and an FM unit costs on eBay, that's a bargain.

[@ryanyoder7573]

Andrew Vrba I was thinking the same thing.

[@wvecst]

These abstract episodes tend to be my favs

[@ChicagoRetroGamer]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing, I actually need to watch this today. Cheers!

[@CharlesNiswander]

For 35$ and a little bit of setup, the Raspberry Pi 3 can outperform ALL of those clone consoles in every way (if you're OK with using roms.) Under US archival law, it is actually legal to have backup ROMs of carts/software you own, and it does not have to be backed up personally by you if it is the same software (ie, if you own the cart you can download a ROM). (All this is really academic anyway since people aren't prosecuted for emulation of copyrighted ROMs, as in ever)...but from an ethical standpoint, it seems to be possible to legally back up the idea that you're doing no harm and well within your legal rights to use a ROM of a game that you did at one time pay for. And the Raspberry Pi is completely configurable and can play any system from pre-NES through N64 and even Dreamcast games. It's a retro-game lovers dream. And really not difficult to set up, though you'll need to set aside a couple hours to get everything set up how you want it, downloading game covers, etc.

[@CharlesNiswander]

And yes, I believe under US Code Title 17 you WOULD be considered "owner of a copy" because software sold on physical medium with no EULA is a "copy" and not a "license", as is the case with many modern games. In fact, the protection of your right to make an archival copy of a piece of software that you own, under the DMCA (this includes movies as well), is full and includes the right to use said archival copy for utilization of the software, especially in the case of the original copy (the cartridge in this case) being physically no longer able to function. This means that if you ever bought a specific game cart and never resold it (having resold it would void this right) but you rather lost or broke the cart, you would still be protected to own and use a ROM of that game. Of course, all this would be near impossible to prove or keep track of, but the point is that no-one is going to persecute you for exercising your right to utilize archival copies of software you paid for. Even those who use ROMs unethically have never, ever been prosecuted for copyright infringement....it's just not a thing....which doesn't make it OK to steal games, but there IS a firm legal ground for there being normal, usual situations where emulating ROMs is 100% legitimate under US law (I'm not a lawyer and am speaking merely on well-founded conjecture, I'm not responsible for what anyone does with their time. That being said, this can all be researched and decided for oneself.)

[@CharlesNiswander]

Title 17 USC chapter 117.....it's all right there. fairuse.stanford.edu/2003/11/10/digital_preservation_and_copyr/

[@badbirdkc]

Dude, most people don't have the time or ability for that. I'm the guy that everyone calls to hook up and/or fix their electronic shit; I'm fairly tech savvy, but putting one of these together is nothing I would want to or even try to attempt. Retail clone and emulator systems are simple solutions for most people. Also: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2Tdc6OvZt5geJo

[@CharlesNiswander]

Not very confident, huh? I tell you what, maybe it is difficult for some people, but I did not find it difficult. Yea, I'm a programmer, but basic computer skills was all the was necessary to put it together. I'm not trying to be insulting, honestly, but from my perspective, people seem pretty technologically inept if the lack of ability to use devices is so widespread. I had very little trouble, took me maybe a week of tinkering to get it all right, and the documentation is amazing. It's not for the lazy or super-busy, that's true. But difficult? Maybe if you're willing to admit lack of basic technological skills. IMHO, every single child should be taught to use a command line. It's the most basic interface, and extremely important in a world so dependent upon computers! Your comment, and John Riggs video (who is awesome) both make me sad. It's hard to believe people would rather drop a few hundred bucks than the $35-60 a Pi would cost (price varying depending on whether you already have SD cards/HDMI cable/phone charging cord already- who doesn't have that crap lying around the house?). I hear ya though man. I'm the one everyone calls too for fixing electronics of all kinds. It's more a lack of confidence people have, than a lack of ability. Many people, especially older people, see them as almost magical, and assume only experts can play with the innards. I feel it's important for people to take the initiative to learn how to use the devices civilization almost depends on completely now. Just the same as anyone who drives should be able to change a tire, replace a spark plug, change the oil etc. without being an expert. Leave the experts to the programming- anyone should be able to configure and set-up. I agree with your assessment. It just saddens me.

[@CharlesNiswander]

And shame on Riggs for trying to make people feel stupid and incompetent! I hope he's not implying he had trouble with it. I saw a video a few weeks back, "explaining" how lag on the Pi when emulating N64 is unavoidable. I about lost my cool, because the tuber was a rather popular tech tuber, and my Pi doesn't lag at all from N64 games, or PS1 or PSP or any of it. It's all about proper configuration, and you're right, seems like few can handle such an easy task. There's documentation out the nose on the Pi.... :)

[@Ace9921]

Random accessories and clone hardware... that's my kind of thing. The current HDMI NES hardware clones I've tested (8-Bit HD Versions 1 and 2, of which Version 2 is the one Dave showed, and the RetroN HD) seem to be pretty lackluster and all have varying problems. The first revision of the 8-Bit HD had faulty audio hardware causing severely mangled audio, but was compatible with the EverDrive N8 and the Zapper. That Zapper incompatibility on the 8-Bit HD Version 2 looks to be an odd quirk of the NOAC in the console that blanks out the screen when a solid color is displayed, so while the Zapper technically works, the fact the screen doesn't flash white means the controller itself never registers anything. In fact, I even had jitter issues with the Arkanoid controller on my 8-Bit HD Version 2 where pressing the button would make the Vaus jump to a random spot on the screen. I do not understand the broken EverDrive N8 compatibility, though, and even the Famicom Disk System is broken, with the RAM cartridge displaying a Battery Error non-stop. The lack of 4:3 aspect correction is a serious oversight as not even my TVs can squeeze the picture down to 4:3, but worse still is the audio sample rate of 32KHz, a sample rate that some TVs don't even accept and will handle the 8-Bit HD with no audio. The RetroN HD, though... OH LORD!!! This is the worst of the HDMI NES hardware clones with incredibly blurry HDMI output, the same 32KHz sample rate issue, an AWFUL color palette and still has broken Famicom Disk System and EverDrive N8 compatibility. Hell, it doesn't even have expansion audio mixing like the 8-Bit HD! The only good things about this clone are much bassier audio and a 4:3/16:9 aspect switch, but with how awful the presentation is, why would you even use this thing? I still have yet to test RetroBit's take on an HDMI NES hardware clone, the RES+, but I'm expecting about the same. I will be testing the AVS soon, though, and I'm really looking forward to that, especially with it being based on an FPGA and not a pre-existing NOAC design. With regards to the MiniGen, I'm a bit disappointed in how it performs. That noise in the video signal was an unpleasant surprise and I am SERIOUSLY annoyed at the lack of stereo audio. Also, the distortion here normally isn't down to a bad preamp, but rather incorrect resistors on the outputs of the GOAC's YM3438. Most of these clones use 10Kohm resistors, which are COMPLETELY inadequate; the bare minimum should be 33Kohm resistors. I certainly don't see anything that looks like an op-amp next to the GOAC, so I would assume this is the problem. Speaking of the GOAC, is that a TCT-6801 or TCT-6803 in the system? These have integrated headphone amps in them, and to use a single one for mono audio is just pure laziness. I'm not sure if this is what was done in the console, but most clones I've seen with the TCT-6801 and TCT-6803 that have mono audio use only one of the built-in amps. As for the MiniGen's Japanese equivalent, it's actually the MD Compact. Same case, but painted to resemble a Japanese MegaDrive 2 instead. Lastly, a word of advice: NEVER use an XRGB-Mini for Composite or S-Video off of either a Genesis or Genesis hardware clone. The converter has a massive color problem with the video signal and will often oversaturate, exaggerate rainbow-colored fringing artifacts and induce random, inconsistent hue shifts any time the box syncs to the incoming signal. Consider getting a basic Composite/S-Video capture device instead for that.

[@AetherealBunny]

Always love the hardware side of gaming, so more unique accessories is fine.

[@StopDropandLOL]

I enjoyed this episode a lot boys, great work!

[@Julayla]

I think you guys should do a review on Retropie

[@GameSack]

We've heard they're kind of a PITA and once you get it working, kind of laggy. I think people are enamored with them because they're small and nothing more. They're clearly not the best performance option. I'll wait until the hardware catches up.

[@DacioNerdTV]

Oh yeah. I would love to see that episode.

[@videogameobsession]

When comparing the TG16 w/ dB Booster, shouldn't you be comparing the system's default video out (RF) with composite/Svideo/RGB? Plus the audio will go from mono to stereo, which is nice.

[@koopakape]

Soooo many cool GameSack stop-motion console spec overviews in one video

[@MartinBarreby]

Dave's face when having no friends! Priceless!!

[@soraaoki9967]

I am the 1st Japanese to see this! I think...?

[@odinsplaygrounds]

You will go down in history.

[@atomicbrain9401]

Sora Aoki you are truly the last samurai

[@edwarftb]

Odin's Playground Flintstones meet the Flintstones

[@sonicplys64]

Nani

Sora Aoki moshi moshi :V

[@canonfodder3388]

Can you do an episode on card game video games? I don't care when.

[@JL0ndon]

I love when I fall asleep early in the evening watching gamesack videos and then wake up on the other side of the morning with a brand new video! Love this though! As someone with the FC 30 8bit do controller I will say that it’s a great little controller and the analogue pad is great for the price!

[@preezy85]

The look of loneliness at 24:10 is priceless. "Even though I don't have any friends I tried the multitap..." I know them feels bro

[@RockHarding]

Your 8bitdo pairing issues must be an iOS thing. I use Android and was able to pair and play in seconds. As for use with the Switch, mine doesn't have the analog sticks, so I haven't tried it.

[@GameSack]

Like we said (and apparently nobody heard) we had to downgrade the firmware to pair it with iOS. That functionality was dropped to make room for Switch pairing.

[@ThatsPety]

I also have the super famicom version, and it works like an absolute dream on Android. You can even download official drivers to make it work on other systems, like the Wii, and by extension the Wii U, and even the PS3! Believe it or not I actually got it working on the PS3, but couldn't get it to pair with the Wii U

[@RockHarding]

Game Sack "If you have one, I'd be curious to hear your thoughts about it." - Dave I watched the video, dude. I heard and saw how you had to downgrade. I was just mentioning for others that my experience with Android was incredibly seamless and very much not like your experience with iOS. So I will now invite you to suck it. ;)

[@CharlesNiswander]

That's what I was thinking! Excuses, excuses, Joe, the problem was that you had an iPhone...lol

[@sethk1212]

Two Minutes Turkish lol

[@ciredark]

“What sounds better?: This?.....” “....or, this?” Me:....... I dunno man, they’re both pretty bad..

[@oscar8159]

Man I so much love your show. Cheers from San José, Costa Rica.

[@amerikaOnFire]

The Mega Everdrive v2 and x7 models can now do FM sound via a quick swap of one of the OS files! It's one of the threads on Krikzz's forums in the Mega Everdrive section. Also, great episode guys. It gave me a lot of ideas for a few things to pick up. Much appreciated as always!

[@CaptAwesumNo1Zone]

Dave wants to take me back behind the shed and flick lit cigarettes at my shirtless chest

[@armyoftodd2693]

I know I do

[@BreakingNVain]

KennyKC Please video...

[@salamand3r-]

"I don't own any Windows devices"... Really?

[@derekdash2179]

Me neither. Apple all the way.

[@MrStevo808]

That Super Nico Fami looks cute. I want one.

[@HaziiMazeCave]

I loved this episode! I would be delighted to see you guys make more like this!

[@Red031796]

@Game Sack Have you guys seen this article about the Everdrives? Basically it explains how some flashcarts/Everdrives actually damage your systems over time. Check it out as I would like to know your thoughts. Also as a side note I have heard the Turbo Everdrive actually bends the pins slightly due to being thicker than a normal hue card and actually prevents you from playing normal games if you pull it in and out too much. db-electronics.ca/2017/07/05/the-dangers-of-3-3v-flash-in-retro-consoles/

[@GameSack]

Yes I've seen that and I spoke with the author as I was doing this video. We both felt that pretty much everyone overreacted. I've never heard of that issue with the Turbo Everdrive in all the years since it's been released and I haunt plenty of forums where it's discussed. I've have no issues playing any normal HuCards. The only one I've ever had to preposition before it works is my Super System Card... and only that one. And it's been like that since before the Turbo ED existed.

[@TacticalPower88]

Red031796 Why would you even bring up that fear mongering BS?

[@billschlafly4107]

I have several everdrives and have used them for years. None has ever damaged a console. However, I have experienced 2 broken TB16 everdrives after prolonged use (over 12 hours continuous). The TB16 console still works. Only the Hu cards failed. I believe the reports of everdrive danger to be complete nonsnese. The risk has been debunked by a electrical engineer as well.

[@gillianseed4419]

if you actually read the article, the only thing he talks about are the 3.3 volt chips used on flash carts and what could happen to them. the article says nothing about effects on the console itself (which is a very slight increase in operating temperature) its pure fud and you should be ashamed for spreading it

[@MickeyD2012]

Yeah dude, that's just people trying to scare you. Krikzzz, the guy who designed the EverDrives, knew what he was doing, honestly the EverDrive is probably safer for your hsrdware than most official hardware, like the 32X.

[@Zellio2011]

>No Windows gaming devices >Uses a mac >No bootcamp And you call yourselves gamers... tsk tsk

[@GameSack]

Condescend much?

[@kricku]

What's a Windows? Some newfangled Commodore?

[@TeysindsGamingSpot]

Loved this episode thanks guys! I love the comedy in there too! Would love to see you also cover the best clone consoles in a future video.

[@MegaMoto85]

YES FINALLY A EPISODE I WATCHED ALL THE WAY THROUGH

[@CR-wh2co]

Great idea for an episode! Would love to see more

[@zachstarr]

Huge thumbs up for playing the Bygone Dogs/Cyber Speedway soundtrack!

[@chaosc34]

Loving that cyber speedway soundtrack playing in the background 🤙

[@SharifSourour]

I'm a fan of modern retro accessories and flash carts, so it was great to learn what you guys know and think about it! Lots of fun!

[@robertdanker6193]

Pretty cool episode Sack Masters! Yes I would like to see more of these!

[@NightFlyStudio]

This was a great idea for an episode, really fresh!

[@m.3.3.w]

Definitely love to see more of this!

[@markvickroy6725]

8:16 - holy hell. That music. It's a video game version of the classic Blues standard Rollin and Tumblin. Mind blown

[@GenesHand]

An hour ago i was checking if you uploaded something and now you bless me with this, i love ya guys.

[@whoc4r3s117]

Right on time thanks Game Sack for my birthday present.

[@meatrace]

Great episode guys! I've felt like you were running out of ideas lately but this video was entertaining and informative!

[@SlowMotionAtomicBomb]

I feel like there was a missed opportunity for a topper to the closing bit: Jen walks in carrying a big package and declares "Joe! Your Clone Dave just arrived!"

[@lavalevel69]

Keep up the vids guys...look forward to one every Sunday!

[@SmokeMonster]

Excellent! Great flash cart coverage :D

[@romulino]

Please make more of these! Buty I have to say I'll watch anything you guys do. I love you.

[@Thomaniac]

Great episode! Would love to see more of these clone consoles :-)

[@JoXDDFive]

i liked it alot! especially the bits about audio!

[@RanyBx]

Absolutely loved the episode! Please do more hardware based episodes!

[@Monteskills]

This type of videos are really interesting, it's nice seing what's out there. Good job.

[@merlingt1]

I always look forward to your videos Sunday morning as I down a cup of coffee.

[@bryanguidohassin]

I have multiple 8bitdo bluetrooth controllers and I really love them. No wires, minimal lag, and great retro feel for my 8-bit and 16-bit games. My one complaint was that they felt mismatched to my Neo Geo and MAME games - but they recently release an arcade stick so now my controller setup is complete. I'm a really big fan.

[@TheOv3rture]

Dude that Bootleg Sampler music! Brings me back!

[@AlexChipman]

The 8bitdo controllers are amazing. I have every game I would ever want on OpenEmu on my Mac. The controller fits in my bag with the laptop very easy and doesn't take up alot of room

[@nicholasmontesano5663]

That RGB for PC Engine is gorgeous!

[@b0hem1]

You guys make my sunday mornings. You and brandy.

[@kaio0777]

Love this episode and would love to see more

[@timothyoswaldtei3047]

love the smell of new sack in the morning

[@Stevo-to2go]

As usual an amazing video guys. Great job. 😊