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MiSTer FPGA News – Atari System 2, Quarter MiSter, Multisystem Cart Support & More
🔥 MiSTer FPGA & Retro Gaming News – July Update! 🔥
Here’s a rundown of everything happening in the MiSTer FPGA world and beyond!
Atari Falcon Chip Decaps: Researchers are getting a detailed look inside* the Atari Falcon’s custom chips! High-res die shots will be released in a few months, helping with preservation and potential future development. Link
- QuarterMiSTer is Here!: Remotely manage your MiSTer with this new tool! Early access is available to Patreon supporters of several key MiSTer developers (Sorgelig, theypsilon, wizzo, JOTEGO) or directly via Patreon. It will be free for single-device use at launch! Link Website
- A-Jax Core Released (Beta): Play Konami’s unique shooter! Requires a beta key (Patreon only for now). Link
- Jotego’s 2025 Roadmap: Expect support for Run & Gun, a basketball game, and CPS3! Plus, updates to existing System 18 & Neo Geo Pocket Color cores are in the works.
- Atari 800 & 5200 Core Overhaul: Major improvements to compatibility, loading, and features! Supports more cartridges, faster loading, and better sound! Link
- Physical Cartridge Support on the Horizon!: The MiSTer Multsystem team is prototyping a physical cartridge interface. They want community feedback on whether to move forward with adapter production. Link
- Zaparoo Updates: Core service now supports NAS downloads! Mobile app gets a new stop button, free trial access, and a streamlined camera interface. Blog Post 1 Blog Post 2 Blog Post 3
- MiSTer Organize – July Update: New collections and MSU-1 support for more games! Includes ROMs, translations, and more for easy browsing and organization. Patreon Post Interview
- Atari System 2 Core in Development: Early stage FPGA core for the classic arcade system. Still needs dumped PROM data to progress. GitHub
- Neo Geo Pocket Color Core Updates: Metal Slug, Ogre Battle Gaiden, Last Blade, and KoF Battle de Paradise now working!
- Run & Gun Hardware Core Coming Soon: Core is near completion with several games playable. Titles include Asterix, Dragon Ball Z, and more!
- Mega Drive Fixes & Updates: Various fixes and improvements to the Mega Drive core.
Stay tuned for more updates! 🎉