I recently owned a FC Twin console that plays both Nes & Snes games. Then, while shopping around Amazon's video game section, I came across the Hyperkin Retron 3 console that plays most Snes, Nes, and Genesis carts. After awhile, I knew this would replace my
Fc twin console and Genesis 2 which I also own. The Retron 3 eliminates the need to buy all three consoles.(Nes, Snes, & Genesis)
However, some purists may feel the need to buy all 3 of those consoles, simply because they want the original product. This can get pretty
pricey and the old consoles may or may not work at all. Keep in mind that the Retron 3 cannot play all the games for all 3 systems.
But it can play most of them and that's what matters most. Check Wikipedia for game compatibility. I've read some reviews of this console
complaints of some sound or picture flaws. I was playing my Super Mario All Stars- SMB 3, let me tell you something. Using just the AV
cable, the picture and sound are incredible! You actually have to turn the sound down a bit while playing any Snes game. The colors are
just as vibrant as the Snes or even better in my opinion.
Here are some things I found out about the Retron 3 console.
1. Be sure you clean your games throughly before playing them. If your games are dirty, they will not start, and you'll get a blank screen.
2.If the wireless remotes don't work well for you, use the original controllers or 3rd party controllers. I haven't tested the wireless remotes yet. Will give an update at a later time.
3. If you cleaned your games and they still don't work, try blowing on them. If they still don't work, the game is not compatible.
4. Some people complain that the game cartridges are hard to pull out. If your console is new, it just needs to be gently broken into.
Don't try to pull the game with force, be gentle.
When I set up my Retron 3 for the 1st time, it would only play Nes and Genesis games. I tried putting my Harvest Moon Snes in the slot
and would just get a blank screen. So I cleaned the contacts really throughly and eventually the game started up. If you have a Snes or
Nes Game genie, those work on the Retron 3. The Retron 3 will not tolerate dirty games, so be sure to clean them good!
One of the great things about this console is that you can use the original Nes, Snes, and Genesis controllers. There are 2 slots for each
system. The Snes is on the front, Nes on the left side, and Genesis on the right side. One other thing I want to mention is, you can leave
your Snes, Nes, and Genesis carts in their slot, make sure to switch to the proper console you're playing on.
There's a switch on the back of the console that allows you to play Japanese Super Famicom games, how cool is that?
If you're a Retro Gamer like myself, I'm sure you'll love the Retron 3. Just think of all the money you'll save if you buy one.
They don't cost very much, usually under $60 on Amazon. On E-bay, most of them are $59 and up. So far, the only problems I had were
games that wouldn't play due to be being dirty and needed cleaning. The fact that I can play most of the old Snes, Nes, and Genesis games of yesteryear. I would highly recommend buying a Retron 3 if you want to play the old Nes, Snes, and Genesis games, that will
save you a lot of money and space.
There are lots of people who say that the Retron 3 wireless controllers are garbage.
I haven't encountered any problems with the wireless controllers. It's true you have to sit
directly in front of the console, they're like a TV Remote. However, you don't have to be
very close to the console for the controllers to work. When playing games, I sit about 3 feet
away from the console with no problems. You do have to get used to the button layout. It didn't take me too long to learn where the buttons are for a certain console. These controllers work great on NES, Genesis, and SNES games. Those people who say negative things about the wireless controllers either have defective controllers, have defective Retron consoles, or don't have any idea on how to use them properly, it's that simple.
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I have to start off by saying that the system came in great condition obviously since I bought it brand-new, upon getting out of the box and has a very beautiful slick shiny red surface that is absolutely gorgeous!The console has three cartridge ports , One for the Nintendo entertainment system, one for the super Nintendo, and the last for the Sega GenesisIt also contains to control ports on each side for the corresponding systems they work with all the controllers and nearly all the accessories as well which makes it feel like a super consoleIt also comes with two wireless universal controllers that work no matter which game you're playing, they are obviously modeled after the Genesis 6 button arcade pad. I've seen a few people saying the quality of these controllers are horrendous but I have to say they are actually very good and should not be underestimatedThis is by far the best retro system of its kind only to be challenged by it's a later version the Retron 5Overall this is definitely a must buy and is very good to have, while I have all the game systems pulling this bad boy out every now and then is really good. Overall I have to say it is worth the money
