Retro console maker Evercade has simply introduced its newest machine, a brand new handheld referred to as the EXP. If you’re not acquainted with Evercade, its merchandise are a bit completely different out of your normal retro fare. Instead of buying a tool just like the SNES Classic Edition that comes with a restricted library of preloaded video games or one just like the Analogue Pocket that may play video games from their unique cartridges, Evercade sells cartridges that include a collection of video games. The firm says this method has a couple of advantages, one in all which is that it allows license holders to be paid extra pretty. It additionally means video games load immediately.
The EXP builds on the corporate’s unique handheld with a brand new, extra mature design. Gone are the pink “go faster” stripes of its predecessor. Additionally, the EXP contains a new 4.3-inch IPS panel with a denser 800 by 480 decision. It additionally comes with a 1.5GHz processor and 4GB of built-in reminiscence, placing it on par with the corporate’s VS console. New to the EXP is a “Tate” mode that makes the hand-held a greater match for taking part in video games that had been designed round vertical scrolling like traditional shmups. The EXP options two buttons on its left-hand aspect to assist with enjoying video games this fashion. Evercade has additionally added WiFi and USB-C connectivity to the machine and redesigned the mini-HDMI port to make it extra secure.
In the US, the EXP will value $150. Evercade will start accepting pre-orders for the console beginning in September, with normal availability to observe later this winter. Retail models will ship with the IREM Arcade 1 assortment, which comes with six video games from the Japanese writer, together with Moon Patrol and 10 Yard Fight. Evercade has promised to share extra particulars concerning the machine, together with data on bonus content material, in September.