Ah, so it uses the same setup as the Master System? Probably doable, but might cost a bit extra, and buying bunny a 3D TV

You could always pick up a copy of 3D World Runner

If I buy you a 3D TV can I get the first HDMI AVS off the production line

I'll go to best buy with him and run interference while he tests on all the display models.

I think bunnyboy should design his own 3d tv to go along with the new system. Why stop at just designing a new system?

2019, the year after he makes genesis cart shells

Why make a TV that you hook a system to when you can make a TV that IS the system?!

I think Bunnyboy should delay development and release for months, so he can implement 3d and Famicom expansion.

Doesn't everyone like that idea?

Ohh wait, maybe he should just release the console as he envisioned it and how it would be best received?

HMMM..

Tough decision huh?

This thread contains so much beautiful.

I'm excited for the finished product :-)

Thanks for putting in so much hard work on this Brian. This will bring a lot of people into retro gaming

How about this, when there is a new FDS case in production I will add what is needed to my system  

Sent you a concept bunnyboy! Just an idea design wise...

If you reread my previous post a new FDS case doesn't need to be produced. Since your case is still in the design phase an opening for the disk drive itself could be included. You could have a simple fill plate for the opening for those who wish to forgo a disk drive. This way you would have minimal extra cost to the final product but have a system that's upgrade able for those who wish to. If you need leg work for components like the drive connector to the power board I am willing to help.

3d doesn't look like its possible.  Famicom does 1 frame right, 1 frame left.  HDMI does 1 frame right+left, using either double clock speed or half the vertical resolution.  Double speed is too fast for my chip, and half resolution would need a frame buffer that I specifically avoided for lag.  Will know if the Famicom 3d glasses work on a normal lcd in a few weeks, but that is probably brand/model dependent because of input lag.

Sorry missed the edit!  There isn't enough space inside the case for the FDS drive mechanics, so it would have to be a separate enclosure or the entire thing made twice as.  Every piece of plastic costs (literally) thousands in design/prototypes/molds so a simple fill plate is either a pay cut for me or a higher price for everyone.  If there was a chance many people could use it then I would take the hit, but even looking at how many FDS disks are on eBay I don't think thats a big selling point.  BTW I will buy super cheapo FDS disks for testing  

Can't make a cut that big, Famicom slot is in the front!

It was a cute idea to say the least!

Are you using any fonts on the casing of the unit? If so I highly suggest the font used on the NES / NES 2. It's just a classy font and would be great to see a theme between this and those NES consoles.

Second and last question is what is the plastic quality going to be compared to a NES or NES 2? Similar? Notably different?


Good luck with this as I said in the pm. This is not only an exciting project to witness for what it can do, but the design process should be fun. As a designer (mind you graphic designer), I really appreciate the designs put forth here. Especially the one that seems to be what'll be close to the finalized design. Very close in the general feel of the original NES styling.

Bunnyboy hit me up off thread (pm or email) I have access to equipment that might help your project, lessen your costs when it comes to designs.

Haven't gotten that far yet.  Likely won't have real words, just small logos.  I can try to use that font for label on bottom tho.

Should feel very similar, injection molded ABS.  Probably won't be as smooth as the NES, more of a texture like the carts.  Smooth on large flat surfaces is hard (aka expensive).

Do you happen to have a sub 2 mil SLA printer in your house?  

Who doesn't?

Not at my house......All I want to say on here

That's super awesome to hear the quality of the plastic will be that way!  It'll be really awesome for visual and over all feel of quality.

As for the fonts,  I was thinking maybe the general things like Power, Reset or anything like that that's marked on the other two NES's or some accessories.  Whether it's little or no text, I think using the font and replicating the plates and text on the original consoles would be a classy touch to keep in mind.  I would absolutely buy this in a heart beat just to see something that nice design wise!

I'd still buy it if he had the 'Power' and 'Reset' switches written in crayon, though replicating the original's font would be exceedingly awesome.

Fotunately my one FDS disk isn't dead!

NICE! Offer still stands for the help, might save you some coin!



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Hi, Bunnyboy.

I'm so glad to have been directed to this thread. We met at PRGE and you played my newly purchased copy of Chojin Sentai Jetman on your fantastic prototype system. Now that I know where to follow development, I'll keep my eye on your progress.

Having seen the quality of your system's output first hand, I am sold.

It was great to meet you at the show, and I can't wait for your system to be available for purchase.

*whispers*

"Any word yet on 8-bit Xmas 2013?"