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The Ultimate Retro Gaming Upgrade | RetroTink 4K Review
In this episode, we test out and review the RetroTINK 4Kvideo upscaler, designed to improve the look of component, composite, s-video, VGA, RGB SCART, and HDMI inputs to see if it is the ultimate retro gaming upgrade.
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To say I have been a huge fan of the RetroTINK line of products since I first tried the RetroTINK 2x would be an understatement. It took what I loved about my original retro systems, things like the Super Nintendo, Famicom Disk System, and N64, and line multiplied them to 480p and gave me an HDMI output. I loved the results and didn't think that they could get any better. And then they did with the RetroTINK 2X Pro, Multi-Format, and eventually the RetroTINK 5X. Never one to rest on his laurels, Mike Chi from RetroTINK has been hard at work to improve upon even the excellent 5X. The results? The RetroTINK 4K. Let's take a closer look at this magical machine.
Out of the box, you get the RetroTINK 4K, a standard-size SD card, a USB SD card adapter, and a remote control. The remote is a nice improvement over the original RetroTINK 5X remote, and my understanding is this is the remote that the 5X will be coming with moving forward as well. It features input, output, profile, and resolution buttons on the face just to name a few. It needs two AAA batteries, not included, but overall this is a very nice addition to the platform.
Slightly larger than the RetroTINK 5X by about 20% I would say, one of the things that I did was 3D print out a vertical stand from Todd at RetroFrog. He actually had me help him with some of the early prototyping and I provided him feedback on tweaks before he actually got a RetroTINK 4K of his own. This is a very well-designed base and will definitely help keep your setup cleaner and neater.
I went back and forth and how I wanted to connect my systems to the 4K. I could disconnect my RetroTINK 5X and put the inputs into the 4K and call it a day. If I did that I would have to go through my HDMI switcher, and at that point I wouldn't have 4K, 60Hz output. The more I thought about it, I decided to connect the RetroTINK 4K to the output of my HDMI switcher and leave my RetroTINK 5X in place. This way I didn't have to redo a bunch of profiles from the 5X on the 4K, and also ended up gaining extra inputs if I ever needed them on the 4K.
When it came time to test, I threw just about every system I own at this thing. From component, composite, and HDMI. The only thing I didn't test was S-Video and that's because I don't have any S-Video connections currently for anything. I did however even test RGB SCART coming out of the Sega Master System, JVC X'EYE, Super Famicom Jr, and the Dreamcast thanks to the Bahar Bros Mamba RGB SCART cable. It handled each and every one of these connections beautifully.
When I got into more recent systems, systems that natively output HDMI, I really noticed a huge difference. For me, the RetroTINK 5X does such an amazing job that for day-to-day gameplay that's still probably going to be my device of choice. But playing games through the PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, and the Nintendo Switch upscaled to 4K made these systems absolutely come to life for me. I loved how bright and vibrant all the colors were, the depth of field in the images, and the overall quality of the results that I got. I think that's where this makes the biggest difference for me, the old systems definitely look great, but the newer ones get that extra punch of quality that really sets them apart.
Why it RoX:
- Beautiful video quality
- So many inputs!
- Wonderful upgrade for the remote control
- Firmware upgradable, and for free
- On-board profiles for different systems
- Can be used in conjunction with other scalers
What could be improved:
- Preloaded profiles not compatible with HDMI input
- Expensive
- My RetroTINK 4K door is very loose
Should you buy one?
I don't say this lightly, the RetroTINK 4K is a definite investment. If your goal is to get the best image quality possible on a modern, flat-panel display, this is the way to go. It allows you to utilize original hardware and generate visuals that were previously unthinkable. There's only so much you can do with certain signal types, I'm looking at you composite video, but it has an impact and improves every signal that goes through it. The fact that you now have an HDMI input expands the reach even further to even newer systems. It's an expensive investment, sure, but if it's in your budget you won't find a better performer on the market.
#RetroTink #VideoGames #4K #Nintendo #Sega #Xbox #HDMI #RetroTInk4k
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SO DISAPPOINTED! The 3 Biggest Video Game Disappointements of 2023
As we approach the end of 2023 it's time to look back at the year that was. There was a lot of good, there was some pretty bad bad, and lots of stuff in between. Let's take a look at why we were so disappointed as we check out 3 of the biggest video game disappointments we experienced in 2023.
Honorable mention
Losing family members
Listen, I'm going to try to keep this short light but I can't look past the fact that we lost very important members of our family this year. We lost the alpha of our dog pack Murphey Mayhem in January, And just a few weeks ago we lost my brother Scott. Other family members have recently taken ill, I would really appreciate it if life would cut us a break for a bit.
Number three
PlayStation 5 slim
Generally speaking, when Sony has revised their hardware they've made it more powerful and less expensive. In 2023 they released the PlayStation 5 Slim, which wasn't a whole lot smaller than the original and wasn't any less expensive. Add to the fact that it required an internet connection to pair the disk drive to the console left a sour taste in many people's mouths.
Number two
AEW Fight Forever
I was really excited when I heard there was an AEW wrestling game coming. I was even more excited when I heard that Kenny Omega would be one of the lead testers. What we got was a steaming pile of crap, with tons of lag, graphical glitches, and overall terrible gameplay. I had extremely high hopes for this but whether we're talking about on the Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch, this game needs to go back to developmental.
Number one
Sony PlayStation Portal
If you had asked most Sony fans at the beginning of the year if they would be excited at a new PlayStation handheld, most would have replied yes. What most people probably would not have wanted is what the PlayStation Portal wound up being, a remote play handheld that has no native onboard storage or games. It wouldn't be so bad if the remote play service actually worked halfway decently. The hardware is significantly held back by the quality of the backbone service running underneath, and for some users, the portal has been absolutely unplayable.
What were your biggest disappointments in gaming in 2023? Where does mine rank on your list? What did I miss? Share your thoughts in the comments.
#2023Recap #VideoGames #Portal #Ranking #BestGamesOf2023 #WorstGamesOf2023 #PS5 #Playstation #holidayswithshorts #ShortsIRL
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How Many Games Did We Play On Nintendo Switch in 2023??
One of the really cool things that Nintendo does every year, or at least they've done on the Nintendo Switch, is send out an end-of-year recap showing you what games you've played, how much you've played, what categories and more. 2023 has been a busy year but I've still been able to play my Nintendo Switch. Let's take a look at the recap that Nintendo provided.
First game of the year played:
Nintendo Switch Online N64
If you would have put a gun to my head and asked me the first game I would have played in 2023 I never in a million years would have said the N64 Switch Online. I couldn't even tell you what game I played.
Total games played:
42. And here I thought it was just The answer to the meaning of the universe and everything.
Total hours played
I actually played 150 hours this year, I have no idea if that is more or less than in 2022 but I think it's more.
Most played games
Number one: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe:
This comes as no surprise to me, whether I am playing with my oldest daughter, youngest daughter, or just by myself. If there is one game that has been a constant in our Switch this year it had to be Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Number two: NES Online
This one surprises me a little bit, I would have thought I spent more time on other games but I guess not. With the NES Online, I've been able to go back and play some of my favorite games from one of my favorite systems.
Number 3: Super NES Online
I'm actually a bit shocked that this was not ranked higher than the NES Online since I've spent so much time going back and replaying Super Mario World this year. This is probably my personal favorite part of the Switch Online service.
What sorts of games did I play the most?
Classic Games
Action Games
Racing Games
Again this is no surprise to me. I love the Switch Online service, but I'm surprised that it says I played more action games than racing games, but if it's talking about the individual titles I guess that makes sense.
What games and genres did you play the most on your Nintendo Switch in 2023? Did you play more games and more hours than I did? Let me know in the comments.
#nintendoswitch #2023SwitchRecap #mariokart8deluxe #holidayswithshorts #shortsirl #switcholed #switchonline
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IT IS OFFICIAL: E3 IS DEAD! Why Did It Happen & Does Anyone Care?
Well this kind of sucks, in December of 2023 it was announced that E3, The electronics Entertainment expo, was officially dead. For the past several years it had been canceled, delayed, and rescheduled, But after it did not happen in 2023 the writing was on the wall. The GGWP, the organizing body behind it, finally admitted what everybody else knew. That E3 was over for good. With E3 now dead, why did it happen & does anyone care?
This is not something that I'm shocked to see, and it's not just the video gaming industry that's affected by it. See, trade shows and conventions are very expensive to put on. For example, the company I used to work for would spend north of $100,000 for a 3-day booth in Chicago. And that was just the cost of the booth! Then you add in transporting products for displays, personnel to be on staff, feeding people, going to meetings, and a whole lot more and you get something that in the end can be done for pennies on the dollar virtually online. Yes, it is a shame that E3 will not be happening anymore, but it's not just E3 that's feeling the pinch.
Years ago in the RC industry, we had a very similar concept called iHobby. It was held every year in Rosemont Illinois and it was a celebration of all things radio controlled. We would attend, the other bigwigs in the industry would attend, and it was where we debuted our new products for the year. The company I worked for was based in Central Illinois, so going up to Chicago was a minor thing. But we also had one of our key divisions in California, and we had to fly staff from California to Illinois. Plus Champaign, Illinois is about 2 hours away from Chicago, which means regardless if they were from Champaign or from California they had to be put up in hotels. Plus you have rental cars and baggage fees, there's so much that goes into putting on a convention. And in the end, someone can now turn on a webcam and have their presentation in an office or studio for pennies on the dollar. If you ran a business which would you rather do?
I am disappointed that I was never able to attend an E3, but I'm not surprised by its demise. I do wish the staff and organizers involved the best of luck as they try to figure out what they will do in the future. But for now, I fully expect Nintendo, Sony, and others to simply host their own streaming events around the beginning of summer to announce new products. Or quite frankly they could do it at any time of the year, they are not locked into this particular time now. This actually provides a lot of opportunity for the entire industry.
#E3 #ElectronicEntertainmentExpo #VideoGames #BreakingNews #holidayswithshorts #Shortsmas #ShortsIRL
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Is THIS The ULTIMATE Nintendo Switch Dock from Unitek?!?
If you could design the ultimate dock for the Nintendo Switch, what features would you want? Multiple USB ports? Ethernet connectivity? What if it allowed you to store 4 different Switch Cartridges that you could swap between? Well, Unitek has delivered what they feel is the ULTIMATE Nintendo Switch Dock, and we have one here to check out. As we get ready to record our review, let's take a look at this new optional dock.
From Unitek themselves:
This UNITEK Switch docking station performs much more than the official Switch dock. It supports 4 games switching by pressing the button and is equipped with HDMI video output, USB-C (power supply), 3 USB ports, and a RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet port, allowing you and your friends to play multiple games without changing the cards.
Package Contents
1 x Switch docking station.
1 x USB-A to USB-C Cable (30cm).
1 x User Manual.
Initial thoughts:
Man, I thought I was digging the new 8 in 1 Cartridge Adapter with Remote Control, but now that I see this I am totally geeked out. It is compact and efficient in its design too. I love the idea of a dock with all of these features under the hood. One thing you will need to add is an AC Adapter, and for that (as always) I recommend using an official Nintendo Switch AC Adapter for the best compatibility and fewest issues.
This truly looks to offer something for everyone, and I cannot wait to test it out! I'm kinda bummed, however, as I expect this to replace my Super Mario Switch OLED Edition Dock in my living room, but I can live with it as this will have such amazing potential and opportunity in one convenient package.
I'm telling you now, this looks to be a game-changer and a must-have for those of you who own a Nintendo Switch or Switch OLED.
#NintendoSwitch #Switch OLED #switchaccessories #Unitek #holidayswithshorts #ShortsIRL
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Wahoo! Its-a 3D Printed Super Mario Bros Super Christmas Tree Topper!
One of the cool things for me about the holidays is getting to spend time with things from my childhood memories, such as my childhood Christmas tree. One issue that this tree has had forever has been the difficulty in getting a proper Christmas angel or star on the top, due to the diameter of the main trunk and top of the tree. Well, my wife suggested that I 3D print a Super Mario Star for the top of the tree, so I got to work and started designing in Tinkercad. The finished result is what you see here, a 4-star Super Mario Christmas Tree Topper. Let's take a closer look at how I 3D Printed a Super Mario Bros Super Christmas Tree Topper!
I started out with just a single star and extrapolated from there. I knew I wanted 4 stars, that way there would be enough support not only while on the tree but while stored as well. I designed it so that the 2 side star's arms keyed into the front and back stars during the print, so basically, it would be one unit when complete. I also designed it to print it on my Bambu Labs P1S and have the eyes black like they should be, compared to printing all in yellow and painting them after the fact.
I sliced the file with a 20% infill in Bambu Studio, using Inland PLA+. The overall print is a bit heavier than I expected and, where each star is about 5mm thick at this point, I may make a 2nd variant where the stars are about half as thick. That will reduce weight, reduce filament used, and reduce print time. But for a first attempt, I am thrilled with how great this looks and turned out.
Let me know is this something you've thought about doing before? Have you incorporated video games into your Christmas tree or other decorations? Share your thoughts in the comments!
#SuperMario #VideoGames #christmasdecorations #3DPrinting #BambuLabs #P1P #P1S #HolidaysWithShorts #ShortsIRL
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How Do We Incorporate Video Game Into Our Christmas Decorating
I'm very blessed that I am able to celebrate each Christmas with the Christmas tree I grew up with. See, in 1978, my mom and grandfather went to Stein's Gardens and Gifts in Brookfield, Wi the day after Christmas to buy this tree. I've maintained it since I got it in the late '90s from my dad after my mom's passing and enjoyed sharing the story and legacy of this tree with my family and daughters. I know it's meant a lot to oldest daughter, and my youngest loves it too.
One of the things that my mom instructed in me is that each year we add ornaments to the tree, and the ornaments represent whatever we're doing that year. I have ornaments representing when I was playing trumpet, ornaments of my childhood dog Cinder, my adult dog Max, many Disney ornaments, and in recent years we've added video game themed ornaments. Let's take a look at some of my favorites on our tree.
Being a Nintendo family and fanboy, we of course have many Nintendo-themed ornaments. We have 8-bit Mario and Luigi ornaments that are super cool, but also super tiny. A few years ago I got a Mario coming out of a warp pipe, the Super NES musical ornament, Donkey Kong, and more. I don't know where it is right now but I also have the Sega Genesis ornament too.
We celebrate St Nick's on our house, and for those who don't know what St Nick's is, it started as a easy to celebrate a separate Saint Nicholas Day by putting their shoes out stockings outside their bedroom doors or hanging an empty stocking by the fireplace on the evening of 5 December where Saint Nicholas comes during the night. On the morning of 6 December, those people will find their shoes or stockings filled with gifts and sugary treats. Widespread adoption of the tradition has spread among the German, Polish, Belgian, and Dutch communities throughout the United States. Americans who celebrate Saint Nicholas Day generally also celebrate Christmas Day (25 December) as a separate holiday. Some of the traditions and rituals of Christmas, such as leaving out a shoe or stocking to be filled, are similar to the traditions of Saint Nicholas Day.
So you and your family have gaming ornaments? Do you celebrate St. Nick's? Let me know in the comments!
#holidayswithshorts #ShortsIRL #videogames #ChristmasOrnaments #Hallmark #mario
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CUSTOM Vertical Stand from Retro Frog for the RetroTink 4K
Thanks to everyone who has reached out over the past few weeks to see how we're doing since losing my brother, it is greatly appreciated. One of the cool things, however, is not just receiving support but also being able to provide support to others. One such case is with Todd from Retro Frog. Todd has been into 3D printing a long time and has some truly amazing accessories. One of my favorites of his has to be the stand he created for the RetroTink 5x. I figured he'd be working on one for the upcoming RetoTink 4K and, while he didn't have one finished yet, he did send me some files to print and test out to see how they worked. And that's how this awesome collaboration started and how I was able to give him some feedback on his design for a Custom Vertical Stand for the RetroTink 4K.
On his very first design, it was amazing it fit as well as it did considering he had never seen a RetroTink 4K in person! It overall worked decently enough but I know how he likes his projects to fit. I felt that the remote cavity was a bit to shallow and allowed the remote to bounce around a bit too much. I also thought the tolerances on the 4K could be tightened up a bit too. With that feedback he went to work on V2.
Version 2 was much, much better. In fact, I'd say he nailed the compartment for where the REtroTink 4K would sit, but the remote storage still needed a little love. It just flopped around a bit more than I think he would have wanted, so I gave him some more feedback and he went back to the design table. In the meantime he actually received a test model from Mike Chi himself, so he could do some more direct measurements, and the final results are awesome.
With V3 he was able to add material in crucial spots to support both the remote and the RetroTink 4K as needed. I printed out this 3rd and final version on my Creality K1 3D printer using Sain Smart Matte PLA-HF and I am thrilled with the results. Overall I think this looks great and provides a great way for me to store my 4K.
Make sure you check out the Retro Frog website for this and other models!
#RetroTink #3DPrinting #fyp #holidayswithshorts #Shortsirl #RetroFrog
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The Ultimate Dreamcast Controllers are HERE! Retro Fighters Striker DC WIRELESS
When it comes to the team at Retro Fighters, they have had a number of amazing controllers released over the years. The Brawler 64, the Jab Pad, the Defender, The Duelist, and more. For me, however, the one controller that helped me enjoy a system the most was the StrikerDC. See, I hated the stock Dreamcast controller which I know many people cringe when they hear, but it's true. The StrikerDC to me made the Dreamcast playable for the first time. Now it is time for Dreamcast Fans to REJOICE as Retro Fighters has taken the lid off things with their new WIRELESS StrikerDC!
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The StrikerDC wireless is a cutting-edge controller designed to provide an unparalleled gaming experience for Dreamcast enthusiasts. With its sleek and ergonomic design, this controller offers a range of features that set it apart from others in its class. It is fully compatible with first-party VMUs through the VMU dongle, allowing you to seamlessly integrate it into your gaming setup. The StrikerDC boasts an ergonomically designed layout, ensuring comfort during extended gameplay sessions. The StrikerDC adapts to your gaming preferences, making it suitable for any game you choose to play, featuring both digital shoulder buttons and analog pressure triggers. Equipped with Next Generation hall-effect analog sticks, the StrikerDC wireless eliminates any potential drift issues. Furthermore, it features wireless feedback capability, allowing you to experience rumble without the need for vibration packs. Elevate your gaming to new heights with the StrikerDC Dreamcast wireless controller.
Features:
*No drift Hall Effect analog sticks
*2.4 GHz wireless technology (low latency) with 30 foot range
*Wireless vibration feedback
*VMU wireless dongle
*Pressure sensitive analog triggers / digital shoulder buttons
*Updateable Firmware
*USB-C Charging port
*Comfortable and accurate D-pad
*Turbo functionality
*Comfortable and ergonomic design
*Compatible with the original Sega® Dreamcast
*Rechargeable battery w/10+ hours of battery life
What do you think? Would you consider buying one? Pre-Order link in the pinned comments!
#Sega #Dreamcast #RetroFighters #holidayswithshorts #StrikerDC #WirelessDreamcast #fypシ #ShortsIRL
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Some Wrestling Entrance Theme Songs Just Hit Harder
Since the early 1980s, I've been a fan of professional wrestling. Starting with the WWF in the heart of the Hulkamania era, forward to WCW and the nWo, the Attitude Era, and the current era. While some wrestlers, tag teams, and stables were better than others, some just had the most iconic music. As such let's take a look at some wrestling entrance theme songs that just hit harder than others.
Macho Man Randy Savage
Ohhhh Yeah, Dig It! Pomp and circumstance was a perfect theme for Savage throughout his career in both the WWF and later in WCW. Macho was excellence personified, and guys like him and Ricky The Dragon Steamboat really proved there was room for more than just the Hulk Hogan-style wrestler.
CM Punk
Love him or hate him, Cult of Personality is the perfect song for CM Punk. It's an iconic song that brings up so many images. Punk also stirs up powerful emotions in people, both for and against him, with his cult of personality.
Undertaker
I loved the Big Evil phase of the Undertaker's run, and his Dead Man Walking theme doesn't get nearly enough credit. It shed off the supernatural part of 'Taker's character, instead making him a plain and simple badass.
Real American
I know many are going to ask why I didn't reference this being Hogan's Music, well that's because it wasn't his initially. Real American was the theme for the US Express, Mike Rotunda, and Barry Windam's Tag Team. Sure, Hogan made it iconic, but the US Express were the originals to come to the ring to Real American.
nWo Theme
The following announcement, just that part alone was amazing, but the guitar riff, "We are In Control", & "4, 4, 4, 4, 4-Life" voiceovers were iconic. I loved the nWo Theme, and still do to this day.
Ric Flair
The Nature Boy Ric Flair could be called many things. The Goat. The Nature Boy. Space Mountain. But his 2001 A Space Odyssey theme just built from almost nothing to a deafening crescendo, just like Flair's matches often did.
Randy Orton
Much like CM Punk, The Viper's 2nd theme song has fit him better than the original and also sets an immediate tone. This guy isn't all there, and that's what makes him so dangerous.
Demolition
Ax & Smash were the first heels I loved, and these guys were beyond badass. Part of their packaging, in their music and ring gear, just fed into that persona. I loved Demolition and their theme is a huge reason why.
#WrestlingMusic #Reaction #holidayswithshorts #ShortsIRL #WWE #WWF #WCW #nWo
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Win At Gaming Gifting! Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
When it comes to giving gaming gifts for the holidays such as Christmas, I often get asked for product recommendations. One of the best recommendations for those who have or will be receiving a Nintendo Switch or Switch OLED for Christmas is to give the gift of the Nintendo Switch Online = Expansion Pack Service. Here's why and how it will help you win at gaming gifting.
Nintendo Switch Online members get access to NES, Super NES, and Game Boy games. Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members also get access to NES, Super NES, and Game Boy games, plus Nintendo 64 and SEGA Genesis and Game Boy Advance titles.
Level up with a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership
Get access to a library of Nintendo 64 games with newly added online play for up to 4 players, as well as retro SEGA Genesis classics!
All the other great benefits of a Nintendo Switch Online membership are also included, such as access to 100+ classic NES and Super NES games, exclusive online matches in the Tetris 99 game, online play in some of your favorite games, and more!
As an additional benefit, Nintendo Switch Online members can buy a pair of Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers and redeem each one for a digital game in the voucher catalog to score savings. For example, get The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and one other game for up to $30 in savings with Game Vouchers!
Get an additional game’s worth of courses with the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass! A total of 48 more courses are racing to the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game as paid DLC. Highlights include the Yoshi’s Island course—inspired by the Super Mario World 2: Yoshi’s Island game—and returning favorites like DS Waluigi Pinball, GCN Daisy Cruiser, Wii DK Summit, and Wii Rainbow Road. Whether you're coasting through the flowery hills or clinging to the rainbow edges, you're in for a wild ride! You can unlock 8 more characters to use in all modes! Birdo, Petey Piranha, Kamek, Wiggler, Diddy Kong, Funky Kong, Pauline, and Peachette are all ready to race to the finish.
#nintendoswitch #SwitchOnline #mariokart8deluxe #holidayswithshorts
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Win At Gaming Gifting! This Nintendo Switch Sports Is A No-Brainer
When it comes to giving gaming gifts for the holidays such as Christmas, I often get asked for product recommendations. One of the best recommendations for those who have or will be receiving a Nintendo Switch or Switch OLED for Christmas is an amazing game, one that follows up on Wii Sports. I'm talking about how you can win at gaming gifting and how giving Nintendo Switch Sports as a gift is a no-brainer.
Title: Nintendo Switch Sports
System: Nintendo Switch
Links to Purchase (Affiliate Links)
Digital Version: https://amzn.to/4a6Bh5A
Physical Version: https://amzn.to/3uPNUl1
Why I love it:
I had so much time back in the mid-2000s playing Wii Sports, with my friends, family, and oldest daughter. Now, Switch Sports captures that exact same feeling while updating the look, feel, control precision, and even the games. Whereas the original had tennis, boxing, baseball, and, of course, bowling. Switch Sports includes Golf, Soccer, Volleyball, Tennis, Badminton, Chambara, and of course, Bowling.
One of the coolest features of Switch Sports is the ability to play online with friends or players around the world. This is great for me as my oldest daughter is going to college out of state yet we can still play online together when she has time.
#GiftGuide #NintendoSwitch #holidayswithshorts #ShortsmasChallenge #BestGames #Nintendo #NintendoSwitch #SwitchSports #WiiSports
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We've Suffered a Tremendous Loss
18,470. That's how many days my brother was on this Earth. Today he was reunited with my parents, grandparents, uncle, and other relatives. For over 14 years he's fought cancer with all he had, even having gone into remission for a few years. While I will feel his loss for the rest of my days I find peace in the fact that he is no longer having to battle cancer, that he's out of pain, and reunited with my parents. We love you, Scott. Rest well.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. May almighty God bless us with his peace and strength, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
Lord Jesus Christ, as you stood by the bed of good Saint Joseph and gently led him home to heaven, so shepherd every soul about to die to a paradise of perfect peace. Let the tears we shed upon their passing stand witness to our love for them and the depth of our thanksgiving for the gift of their lives and the grace of a good death. For you are Lord, forever and ever. Amen.
In this moment of sorrow
the Lord is in our midst and comforts us with his word:
Blessed are the sorrowful; they shall be consoled.
Prayer of commendation for those near death.
In the name of the Father, + and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
I commend you, my dear brother, to Almighty God,
and entrust you to our Creator.
May you return to him who formed you from the dust of the earth.
May holy Mary, the angels, and all the saints
come to meet you as you go forth from this life.
May Christ who was crucified for you bring you freedom and peace.
May Christ who died for you admit you into his garden of paradise.
May Christ, the true Shepherd, acknowledge you as one of his flock.
May he forgive all your sins, and set you among those he has chosen.
Amen.
Saints of God come to his aid!
Hasten to meet him angels of the Lord.
With God there is mercy and fullness of redemption;
let us pray as Jesus taught us:
Our Father
Who art in heaven
Hallowed be thy name.
Thy kingdom come
Thy will be done
On Earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread
And forgive us our trespasses
As we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever.
23rd Psalm
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He makes me to lie down in green pastures;
He leads me beside the still waters.
He restores my soul;
He leads me in the paths of righteous-ness For His name’s sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil;
For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;
You anoint my head with oil; My cup runs over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life;
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
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Can You Tether A PlayStation Portal To a Cell Phone to Play?
Much like how every company seemed to be going after the Nintendo Wii in that generation of hardware, this generation it seems like everybody is trying to capture the lightning in a bottle that the Nintendo Switch has done.For years people have been expecting a follow-up to the PlayStation Vita from Sony, and in the summer of 2023, they announced a new handheld. Well not really. What they released was a streaming device compatible with the PlayStation 5 called the PlayStation Portal. As such I wondered if You Can Tether A PlayStation Portal To a Cell Phone to Play?
To finish my testing for the review of the PlayStation Portal, I took it with me one day to the office and connected it via my cellular hotspot. I have Verizon for my service and their 5G ultra-wideband service is available at the office. I found that I could connect to my phone without any major issues. I fired up Ratchet and Clank a Rift Apart for this test, and while there were a few times I got the warning that my network connectivity was slow it never disconnected during gameplay.
My overall experience was pretty positive, with only one brief moment of network connectivity warning before it cleared up. I was able to play through and around Ratchet and Clank without any issues, and it looked and played great. As a remote player, the PS Portal seemed to perform much better than I had feared based on what I had heard from friends with their experiences. This was something I thought was very important to know before you buy a PS Portal, so I am hoping this helped address some concerns in the community. When it comes to handheld gaming, Sony is hoping this will be widely adopted by PS5 owners, and as someone who has a PlayStation 5 since launch, I'm not sure how much I will use it.
#PlayStation #playstationportal #ShortsIRL #FYP #holidayswithshorts #RemotePlay #FYP
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FREED FROM JAPAN! Eliminate Down for Genesis & Mega Drive
There have been some amazing games stuck in Japan, and Retro-bit has been crucial in bringing these titles to the masses around the world. One such game had been stuck in Japan and North Korea since it's original release, even though it had garnered much positive praise from magazines and game players alike. But now thanks to Retro-bit, Eliminate Down has been freed from Japan and North Korea and is coming to the Sega Genesis and the Sega Mega Drive.
Pre-Order Eliminate Down from Rondo Products at https://collabs.shop/x9yg0l
Whenever there is a discussion of which games are the rarest to find on any console, Eliminate Down will probably be on that list, and with good reason. In the middle of the gaming boom of the early '90s, competition amongst arcade shoot 'em ups was heating up with notable entries by Masaya Games, Konami, Capcom, Toaplan, Renovation, SEGA, and many more. Being a small studio trying to release your own game through a publisher known for golf games was quite a gamble in 1994, but Aprinet and Soft Vision pushed through. However, overshadowed by other big hitters, Eliminate Down would end up relatively dormant outside of hardcore collectors. At the turn of the 2010s, a resurgence began with "hunts" for rare games becoming a hobby, pushing the game up to the top of the most expensive original releases to own. But behind the high price tag is a game filled with great graphics, energetic music, intense boss fights, and difficult enough for you to get heated but want more!
A strange lifeform born from the distortions of outer space begins to consume and take over entire worlds as it continues to expand. It seeks a new target, one that is teeming with life...Earth. The united forces of Earth were unable to stop it and confrontations would result in heavy defeats against these life forms that have evolved into destructive creatures. All of humanity’s hopes are entrusted to a newly developed space fighter that has been named the “Steel Pylon”. You must fly into the unknown carrying humanity’s final hope for a future!
Collector's Cart Key Features:
● First time officially released outside of Japan & South Korea
● Emerald Nebula Cartridge for SEGA Genesis®/Mega Drive
● Full-colored instruction manual including an unreleased code to make gameplay easier
● Individually numbered lenticular cartridge slipcover
● Reversible inlay box art featuring original and new covers
#SegaGenesis #RetroBit #EliminateDown #StuckInJapan #MegaDrive #shortsexcellence #ShortsIRL
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What Are These Awesome Japanese Import Games and Controller?!
I absolutely love importing games and accessories for the Nintendo Famicom. One of the reasons is that games are so much less expensive for the Famicom compared to the NES a lot of times. For that reason, I have imported games such as Duck Tales 2, Mighty Final Fight, and now I just got one of my most desired titles. Let's take a look at What These Awesome Japanese Import Games and Controller are!
I generally try not to order from eBay, however, I did find this title on eBay at a terrific price. What is it? It is one of the most in-demand games for the NES which normally sells for over $300 loose, but the Famicom version was available shipped for under $80. I'm talking about Bucky O'Hare.
From Wikipedia:
A Bucky O'Hare game was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992, which required Bucky to rescue each of his crew members on a series of planets. As each character was rescued, the player gained the ability to switch between them and Bucky on the fly to deal with different problems. Immediately after regaining his entire crew, they are once again captured and imprisoned on the Toad mother ship. Bucky and Blinky, sharing the same cell, break out and must rescue the remaining members. Afterwards, they continue through the monstrous ship.
The other thing I received was a gift from our good friend Thor. He knew I had recently picked up the Ascii Stick Turbo Jr, basically an NES Advantage for the Famicom. Well, he had seen the Joystick-7 Mark II for the Famicom and thought it would be great for me to have in my collection. The Original was released by Hori in July 1985, and an upgraded model, the Joystick-7 Mark II, was released in March 1986. The Joystick Mk-II features a turbo function with a speed rate of up to 26.8 inputs per second!
These are great additions to our collection and I cannot wait to spend time with each of them. I had never heard of this Joystick-7, had you? Share your experiences in the thoughts in the comments!
#famicom #ImportVideoGames #Konami #shortsexcellence #eBay
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#BlackFriday2023 Video Game Deals Were Pathetic | Xbox | PS5 |Switch
#BlackFriday2023 in the USA signifies a reversal of giving thanks from just 24 hours earlier, instead of partaking in capitalistic ventures out in the wild. In years past, some stores had been opening on Thanksgiving night, but in 2023 it seemed like most stores around here closed for the holiday. That meant that most of the deals were more of the doorbuster style, but inventory levels weren't an issue. We flipped through the ads on Thanksgiving and were pretty unimpressed. In the end I only picked up 4 gaming items the entire week of Thanksgiving, let's take a look as the Black Friday 2023 Video Game Deals were pretty pathetic.
Xbox:
3 Month Game Pass Subscription
Normally $44.99
Sale Price: $29.99
For the last 3 years, I had stocked up on Game Pass memberships, able to get them for $20 to $25 for a 3-month subscription. The best deal I found this year was through CDKeys.com for $29.99 for a 3-month subscription. Unlike in previous years, I only got one as I haven't played my Xbox much lately.
PlayStation 5
MLB The Show 23
Normally: $59.99
Sale Price: $20
I went back and forth on this one as I've been playing a 2nd season on MLB The Show 22 and considered skipping '23 and just getting '24 at launch, but for $20 I couldn't pass it by. What I have played previously I did like some of the tweaks, including bat contact audio tweaks. It sounds much better than '22.
Nintendo Switch
Kirby's Return to Dreamland Deluxe
Normally: $59.99
Sale Price: $24.99
I really love this game on the Wii and wanted to play it on the Switch too, but I didn't want to pay $60 for it. Gamestop had it on sale for $30, and they had a promo that if you ordered online and picked up in-store you'd save another $5. $25 for this is well worth it!
Nintendo Switch
Sonic Superstars
Normally: $59.99
Sale Price: $29.99
I've heard a lot of great things about this game, but again I didn't want to drop $60 on it. Target had it on sale for $34.99 and I had a $5 off coupon to bring it down to just $30. For that price, LET'S GO!
What did you score this Black Friday? Share your finds in the comments!
#VideoGames #Gamestop #Target #sonicsuperstars #kirbyreturntodreamland #shortsexcellence
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What Happens When You Put An Evercade Cartridge In A Super Pocket Handheld?
The Evercade platform allows you to purchase games on the cheap, typically under 20 bucks, and there are generally multiple games on one cartridge. This allows people to go ahead and collect games from the past that may be cost-prohibitive now on their original platforms and enjoy them in beautiful high definition. In July 2023, HyperMegatech, a company I had never heard of previously, announced a new handheld in the vein of a Game Boy, which promises to play the library of Evercade cartridges. In addition, two special editions and color variants are coming, a Taito edition and a Capcom Edition. Let's take a closer look.
Evercade compatibility:
Super Pocket is compatible with Evercade Cartridges, allowing you to play up to 500+ games on 45 Evercade cartridge collections. (cartridges sold separately)
Taito Edition
Super Pocket Taito Edition comes with 17 fantastic games from the Japanese arcade giant including Space Invaders, Operation Wolf, The New Zealand Story, Rastan, Bubble Bobble, Elevator Action, and more alongside the console classic Space Invaders ‘91.
Capcom Edition
The Capcom Edition Super Pocket has 12 highly acclaimed arcade games from the Japanese publisher, including Street Fighter II’: Hyper Fighting, Final Fight, 1942, and more alongside the console great Mega Man.
Specifications:
Taito-Inspired and Capcom-Inspired Color Schemes
Preloaded Games
USB-C charging - For fast charging. Cable included
Evercade Compatible - Over 45 cartridges with 500+ games
High-Quality Screen - 2.8” IPS Screen 320x240
What do you think? I for one am leaning towards the Capcom One myself, but for the money I may pick up each! Which one are you leaning towards? Let me know by commenting below!
#Evercade #VideoGames #SuperPocket #Capcom #Taito #FYP #fypシ #shortsexcellence
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This Game Boy Sized Handheld Plays ACTUAL CARTRIDGES HyperMegaTech Super Pocket?!?!
The Evercade platform allows you to purchase games on the cheap, typically under 20 bucks, and there are generally multiple games on one cartridge. This allows people to go ahead and collect games from the past that may be cost-prohibitive now on their original platforms and enjoy them in beautiful high definition. In July 2023, HyperMegatech, a company I had never heard of previously, announced a new handheld in the vein of a Game Boy, which promises to play the library of Evercade cartridges. In addition, two special editions and color variants are coming, a Taito edition and a Capcom Edition. Let's take a closer look.
Evercade compatibility:
Super Pocket is compatible with Evercade Cartridges, allowing you to play up to 500+ games on 45 Evercade cartridge collections. (cartridges sold separately)
Taito Edition
Super Pocket Taito Edition comes with 17 fantastic games from the Japanese arcade giant including Space Invaders, Operation Wolf, The New Zealand Story, Rastan, Bubble Bobble, Elevator Action, and more alongside the console classic Space Invaders ‘91.
Capcom Edition
The Capcom Edition Super Pocket has 12 highly acclaimed arcade games from the Japanese publisher, including Street Fighter II’: Hyper Fighting, Final Fight, 1942, and more alongside the console great Mega Man.
Specifications:
Taito-Inspired and Capcom-Inspired Color Schemes
Preloaded Games
USB-C charging - For fast charging. Cable included
Evercade Compatible - Over 45 cartridges with 500+ games
High-Quality Screen - 2.8” IPS Screen 320x240
What do you think? I for one am leaning towards the Capcom One myself, but for the money I may pick up each! Which one are you leaning towards? Let me know by commenting below!
#Evercade #VideoGames #SuperPocket #Capcom #Taito #FYP #fypシ #shortsexcellence
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Play Atari 2600 & 7800 Games in HD with Atari 2600+
When it comes to how I got into video gaming, after playing in the arcades I cut my gaming teeth on the Atari 2600. Playing games like Night Driver, Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, and Adventure were part of my formative years. While I played a lot of Atari 2600 Games, I've never had the love for that system that others have. Well, Atari is hoping to reach out to the masses again with the 2600, but expand it to include the 7800, a system I never played. Atari Is Updating the Atari 2600 for Modern Gamers, and this is the Atari 2600+ coming in November 2023.
From Atari:
Enjoy your favorite Atari 2600 and 7800 games on one system! Not only does the Atari 2600+ pull double cartridge duty, it also features HDMI and widescreen mode for easy connectivity to modern TVs.
Jump right in with the included CX40+ Joystick and a 10-in-1 game cartridge that features some of Atari’s most famous games like Adventure®, Missile Command®, and Yars' Revenge®.
Features
The Atari 2600+ is an updated version of the iconic Atari 2600 and has been enhanced in the following ways:
- Plays both Atari 2600 and 7800 game cartridges
- HDMI output makes it easy to connect
- Widescreen mode
- Enlarged cartridge socket reduces sticking
- Atari logo lights up when being played
Ready to Play
Comes with a 10-in-1 cartridge so you can dive into your favorite titles right away.
2 Systems in 1
Plays both Atari 2600 and 7800 game cartridges.
HDMI-Ready
Easily connects via HDMI so you can enjoy every last pixel.
I have pre-ordered one for myself, and at $130 It was a pretty easy decision to make. I will be curious to see how this compares to the Hyperkin Retro77, a system that greatly disappointed me. Much like that system, the Atari 2600+ uses emulation technology to play game cartridges. The 2600+ is powered by a Rockchip 3128 SOC, which means the odds are that it will dump the ROM before playing.
What do you think of the Atari 2600+? Is this something you would be interested in? Let us know in the comments!
#Atari #Atari2600+ #VCS #VideoGames #FYP #Atari7800 #ShortsExcellence
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Is THIS A PLAYSTATION PORTAL KILLER?!?! Gamesir G8 Galileo
The Sony PlayStation Portal was just recently released, and at $200 it has left some wondering if it's worth the money. There have been a number of other devices that allows you to play not only your PS5 games remotely, but also your Xbox games! One such device is the new Gamesir G8 Galileo, which is compatible with Android phones, and it promises a great experience at a fraction of the cost.
At around $80, it's less than half the cost of the Portal. the USB C connector will work with most popular Android phones. A clever adjustable width format also works with phones of a variety of sizes, whether you have something smaller or phablet-sized like the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra like I use.
One of the really exciting features has to be the hall effect sensor joystick design. This promises to eliminate stick drift and provide exceptional control. From what I can tell the Portal doesn't even use hall effect sensors, so this is a big improvement over that
Have you ever used a device similar to this? It's this something you've ever been interested in? Have you used remote play on the PlayStation or Xbox? So you think this could be a PlayStation Portal Killer?
#playstation #shortsexcellence #portal #gamesir
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What is This Weird Retro Fighters Nintendo NES Controller?!?
Over The years I have seen a lot of really cool accessories be introduced for retro gaming. New retro clone systems, video upscalers which improve the overall quality of your imagery, but one of the most fun features added to the community has to be the variety of different controllers. Retro Fighters have created some of the best controllers over the years, but it all started for them with the original Jab Pad for the NES. I missed out on it originally back in the day, but thankfully they decided to re-release one final batch of these and they sent me one.
The Retro Fighters “JAB Gamepad” is the first NES compatible controller to be completely redesigned with next generation features and attributes. With the look, weight and feel of a modern controller, playing all of your favorite original NES games is an experience like no other.
A better D-pad, repositioned B-A buttons, plus triggers and a turbo button. Take control of your gaming on your terms.
The JAB gamepad was designed to work with the original NES. It also supports most aftermarket retro consoles. If emulators are your thing, then the USB connection has you covered.
Did you ever manage to have one of these back in the day? did you pick up one of the re-releases? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.
#Nintendo #NES #retrofighters #shortsexcellence #shorts30 #videogames
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What Is This Craziness?!?! Playing Duck Hunt on 6 TVs At Once!
One of the greatest video games of all time has to be the original Duck Hunt for the NES. This game was so much fun, it was also a bit infuriating with that damn dog. One of the things about duck hunt, however, is you can only play it on CRT tube TVs. while playing on one CRT TV can be fun, what about playing on six at the same time? well, that's exactly what we set up to test out. what, exactly, would happen if you had one NES and one zapper hooked up to six different TVs? would all the TVs work? It was time, and with the game loaded up and ready to play it was time to shoot ducks in a barrel.
From the get-go, everything felt terrific. I was able to pick off the first duck without an issue. The second duck, the fourth, and the 8th, eventually shooting all 10 ducks. The ridiculously funny thing was the fact that we were able to shoot any of the screens and have the system register the shot. It didn't matter large or small, off color or not, every single screen worked. The funny thing about this too is we were actually utilizing an RF connection, this wasn't even using the AV cables! But it worked, it was fantastic, it was silly, but we loved it.
What do you think about Duck Hunt? Do you like it, do you not like it, do you just wish you could shoot the damn dog? Let me know your feelings in the comments, and make sure you subscribe as we will be doing a full-blown unboxing and review of the Retron 3 HD in the coming days.
#DuckHunt #Nintendo #LightGunGames #GamingChallenge #shortsexcellence #FYP #Shorts30 #YouTubeShorts
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Holy Speed, Batman! First 3D Print Results on Creality K1
In addition to being involved in the gaming realm, over the last two years, I've really gotten involved in 3D printing. I started off a few months after we moved into our new house, and the sky has been the limit since. One of my first printers was the Creality Ender 3 Max, and I've owned four other reality printers since. Thanks to Saint Smart, I now have an opportunity to check out one of Creality's latest and fastest printers in the K1. Let's take a closer look as Our 3D Printer Farm is Expanding!
The K1 differs from the traditional Ender series of printers in many different ways. The Ender 3 is referred to as a bedslinger, meaning not only does the printhead move up and down and left and right, but the print bed itself also moves forward and backward. On the K1, the print bed is fixed forward and back, side to side. It will move up and down to adjust the layer height but the printhead itself is what moves throughout its range of motion. This allows for greater acceleration, greater top speeds, faster printing, and overall better quality results.
The K1 is designed to the same bed size as the Ender 3 V2, which is a 220mm by 220mm bed and you can print 250 mm tall. Whereas the Ender 3 V2 can print at 50 to 60 mm per second, the K1 can print it speeds up to 600 mm a second, or 10 times faster. If you don't need the speed, you can slow it down and get much better print results as well! The K1 can use most 3D printer filaments, from PLA, PETG, ABS, and even TPU.
For the last 6 months, I have been using Bambu Labs P1P and P1S printers, so I am really interested to see Creality's take on this Core X/Y platform. Make sure you hit that subscribe button as we will be doing a live unboxing and setup video here on the channel.
#3dprinting #crealityk1 #CoreXY #Shorts #FYP #SainSmart
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Can We Beat The 1st Level of Duck Hunt with Only 1 Shot Per Duck?
One of the greatest video games of all time has to be the original Duck Hunt for the NES. This game was so much fun, it was also a bit infuriating with that damn dog. One of the things about duck hunt, however, is you can only play it on CRT tube TVs. As such, we wanted to check and see if it would work on the newly released Retron 3 AV. We hooked it up to several different televisions and gave it a shot, pun intended.
From the get-go, the Retron 3 AV felt very responsive. The colors were slightly off, but I attribute that more to the televisions than the system. We used a Super Mario Bros/Duck Hunt/World Class Track Meet cartridge for our testing purposes. We also used an original, gray Nintendo Zapper with the Retron 3 AV. With the game loaded up and ready to play it was time to shoot ducks in a barrel.
From the get-go, everything felt terrific. I was able to pick off the first duck without an issue. The second duck, the fourth, and the 8th, eventually shooting all 10 ducks with just a single shot each, giving us a clean sweep of the first level using only one shot per duck. This is exactly the sort of responsiveness I was hoping for, the Retron 3 AV functioned perfectly with this light gun game.
What do you think about Duck Hunt? Do you like it, do you not like it, do you just wish you could shoot the damn dog? Let me know your feelings in the comments, and make sure you subscribe as we will be doing a full-blown unboxing and review of the Retron 3 HD in the coming days.
#DuckHunt #Nintendo #Retron3AV #LightGunGames #GamingChallenge #shortsexcellence #FYP #Shorts30 #YouTubeShorts
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