Analogue, a retro game console manufacturer, has unveiled its latest product: the Analogue 3D. This new gaming console is taking fans back to the good old days as it allows users to play all their favorite Nintendo 64 titles.
Analogue has previously put consoles of yesteryear, such as the Game Boy, SNES, and Sega Genesis, back into the hands of fans. Products like its Analogue Pocket are compatible with over 2,000 Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advanced titles.
This time, the Analogue 3D is being marketed as a reimagination of the N64, and it distinguishes itself by ensuring 100% compatibility with N64 games from various regions, including the US, Europe, and Japan. Unlike other modern consoles, it doesn’t use any emulation to host N64 games.
The Analogue 3D also supports both Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. It retains the classic appeal of the original Nintendo 64 by offering four controller ports, facilitating classic multiplayer gaming experiences.
According to the brand, the 3D can host games in 4K, but if you’re looking for something more authentic, it can also replicate display options specific to each title’s era. It provides users with display options that recreate the look of specific CRT TV and PVM models.
Analogue has also hinted at an upcoming controller from peripheral company 8BitDo for those looking to play wirelessly.
Details like pricing and the official release date have yet to be disclosed. That said, the Analogue 3D is anticipated to hit the market sometime in 2024. Until then, the company has only released two teaser images to keep gamers on the edge of their seat until its launch.