Analogue announced updated versions of two cartridge consoles on Friday: the Super Nt+ for Super Nintendo games and the Mega Sg+ for Sega Genesis titles. Both arrive on October 19 at 8 a.m. PT as pre-orders, shipping in December.
The core appeal hasn't changed. Both use FPGA chips that directly recreate the original console hardware instead of emulating it, meaning zero-lag gameplay and pixel-perfect accuracy. The Super Nt+ runs 2,200+ Super Nintendo and Super Famicom cartridges. The Mega Sg+ handles Genesis and Mega Drive games, plus older Sega systems with included adapters. Games display at up to 1080p over HDMI.
What's new is convenience. The biggest upgrade is wireless support—both consoles now have built-in Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity. You can pair controllers from 8BitDo and other third-party makers, and power the systems on and off from a gamepad. USB-C replaces the older power input, bundling a 30W power supply and cable. A new USB-A port sits on the back for future expansory (currently limited to Analogue's DAC accessory). Wired controller ports remain for legacy gear.
Each box also includes two dry Analogue Cartridge Cleaners, which remove cartridge pin oxidation without chemicals—a practical addition for anyone pulling old games from storage.
At $219.99 each, the price stays flat from the originals. That undercuts competing retro gaming options and makes the upgrade accessible for anyone who already owned the last-gen models. Still missing: save states, screenshots, and overclocking features that Analogue reserves for its pricier Analogue 3D system. Both consoles cap out at 1080p; no 4K support here. They also don't run ROM files or support openFPGA modifications.
The real draw for collectors is that you can finally use wireless controllers without clutter, charge via USB-C like everything else on your desk, and swap cartridges without powering down. Those quality-of-life changes make the Super Nt+ and Mega Sg+ credible refresh targets for anyone tired of cables.
Sources: TweakTown, Engadget, Techtroduce, TechMyMoney
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