Retro-Bit Super Retro Trio HD Plus 720P 3 in 1 Console System - HDMI Port - for Original NES/SNES, Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis Games - Red/White

Overall Super Retro Trio seems like a quality solution for playing old cartridges. I have a bunch of Nintendo games my son is always asking me about. But until now I had no way to play them. I looked at several retro gaming consoles and this one seemed like it had the best reviews and I can see why. The console itself seems well made. It is about the same size as the original Nintendo. It is lighter, but it doesn't feel flimsy. The included HDMI cable seems to be of good quality and fit snugly into both the console and my TV. The games feel a little tight sliding into and out of the system. My son needed some help pushing them in and pulling them out. I could see this causing an issue in the future if kids wiggle and torque the games too much and damage the console. The controllers definitely don't feel as well made as the original SNES controllers. They are lighter and feel more flimsy but they work well. The buttons are springy and firm and have good response. The SNES controllers that are included will work with Genesis and NES games too, and the button mapping is well done. For instance, they chose the right buttons for NES to allow you to easily hold down run and jump at the same time in Super Mario Bros. I think these controllers are good enough that there is no need to buy third-party ones. However, the wires that attach them to the system are short, so if you want more freedom you should consider a wireless SNES controller. There are also ports that allow you to plug in your original NES and Genesis controllers as well, which is a cool feature since I have a lot of Nintendo gear I am looking forward to playing with. I tested using one of the included controllers for player one and an original nintendo controller for player two and it worked. The NES Game Genie also worked. The graphics were as I remember them and had no issue displaying on an HDTV screen. Sometimes a weird line would show up on the screen. Juggling the cartridge a bit to make sure it was properly seated resolved this issue. The music sounds a little different on some of the games. I noticed this the most on Donkey Kong, where some music is missing. But overall, this is a small issue. For the price I really don't think you can beat this system if you have a bunch of cartridges laying around and need a way to play them, or if you just want to consolidate down to a single system for all your retro games. I've only played with this for a few days and I will update in a few months to talk about durability and reliability over time.

I love this console, but know what you are buying. This clone console uses SoC (System On a Chip) architecture. This means it tries to come close to mimicking real hardware via hardware and not through software emulation like the Retron 5. The negative aspect of this means there is no way for you to save game states internally or to an SD card. If the game cart provides a means of saving, you can of course still use that feature. No save states and no SD card slot are the biggest negatives practically about this console. If these are what you really want, you need to look at the Retron 5 for these features. The fact that the SRT3+ is NOT an FPGA console will also be considered a negative by some, but in my opinion that is silly. An FPGA console can cost $600 and up. While FPGA is certainly superior, at some point you have to ask yourself what is my real ROI (return on investment). If you have the funds and you want the best, FPGA is the way to go and MiSTer is the place to start. On the positive side and as I just indicated, the Super Retro Trio Plus HD, uses SoC technology which is far more economical than FPGA. It does, however, try to mimic real hardware. Will it play "just about everything" NES, SNES, and Genesis? Yes. Will it play everything absolutely flawlessly. No. Compared to an original or FPGA console, the sound's pitch on certain games might be slightly off or the music's rhythm might be off a bit. Some colors may appear a bit muddy compared to on an original console. However, in some cases the images might actually look better or brighter. If you've never played a certain game before or you have, but you're you're not comparing it side by side with an original console, you'd likely never notice the difference and be quite happy playing the game(s). I know I am. I've just thought of another caveat: If you are thinking about buying this to play Game Boy games with the Super Game Boy adapter, you may wish to rethink that. The tests I've seen show that it will play the games, but the sound is borderline terrible. YMMV, but I can't recommend it personally. Do more research before buying it to play Game Boy games. Other benefits: *Unlike software emulation, the games load just as fast as on original equipment. *There is "no lag" when using the controllers -- important for SCHMUP players. *The provided controllers are decent for playing NES and SNES, but unfortunately, you have to use a bumper button for your C button when playing Genesis games. I use original Genesis or modern replacements for playing Genesis games on this console. *The updated console I bought has the new 4:3/16:9 aspect ratio switch. But be careful when buying from another seller. The sku numbers are the same and old inventory still has consoles without the Aspect Ratio switch packaged in the very same box. *With the appropriate modern adapter, you can play Sega Master System games on this console. You just can't use the original Powerbase Converter. I have also read that the Rondo Products Power Base Mini FM is incompatible on this console, but I have not yet been able to test this for myself. *Will work with all-in-one Genesis and SNES multi-carts or those with SD cards. I'm sure there will likely be some exceptions, but I've seen Mega Everdrive and SD2SNES work on this console. *Provides Composite (RCA) jacks and HDMI out. Tips: Because this console is lightweight and slots can be tight, remember the R&R of game carts requires finesse rather than brute strength. You may need to slightly angle the carts into the slot on one side and then the next until it goes in. Some PCBs are thicker than others and can be challenging. The easiest removal is also performed similarly but by pulling on one end slightly and then the next. It will come right out. I would not recommend this console for children who are careless or like to throw things about. But then I wouldn't have recommended the original consoles for such abuse either. :-)) Just remember Finesse = Success but Frustration = Broken. All old retro game carts have contacts/pins that get oxidized. These contacts should be routinely cleaned (depending on the environment every 6 months or so) with a q-tip and 91% isopropyl alcohol. 1-UP cards are also great. Keep the cart pointing down; so you are not getting fluid and debris down into the cart. Let it dry first before insertion. Never buy an old cart and directly place it in your console. Doing so risks introducing contaminants into the slots on your SRT+. Clean the contacts first. Failure to clean contacts is the primary reason for the failure of game carts to play properly on any console and many people today apparently don't know this. Use the factory provided power supply, which is rated at 5 volts, 1 amp. Plug it into a surge protector. Voltage spikes are a problem for these consoles as they lack more expensive voltage regulation. Anything other than a 5 volt power supply will render the console a paper weight. You can, however, use a 5 volt adapter that supplies up to 3.5 amps because the console will only draw the amperage it needs. It's the voltage and/or using less than 1 amp PS that will kill the console. Also, the manual recommends disconnecting the power supply from the console when not in use. I have tried to go into rather lengthy detail because routinely someone will criticize this console or other modern lightweight retro consoles that use carts with the same uninformed complaints: Games don't play; too lightweight, R&R of carts too hard; console stopped working (i.e. unprotected circuit or using the wrong power supply,) kids broke the console and even failing to read the manual. It's always the console's fault. Let me ask a question: If someone unknowingly cracked a solder joint on the printed circuit board because he/she was trying to gorilla the game cart into the slot, is that really the fault of the console or is it operator error? In 1991 the SNES console cost $199. Today that equals $459. Do we really expect the same amount of durability and quality for a console that plays not one but multi-console games for a fraction of that expensive price? Perhaps there are those who do. I don't. I think this console for the price is a fantastic value. For some the price is a paltry sum and for others it will be a sacrifice even at its relatively low investment compared to more expensive options. With this in mind I say to all, respect your equipment. Not everything is truly plug and play. Read the manual and then read it again. Read reviews. Learn from others. If you're new to retro-gaming, watch online videos for various tips about your specific console. As I've indicated this console is not child proof and in some cases not even adult proof. All I can say is that unless your equipment is truly defective (which does happen), it should take care of you, if you properly take care of it. Finally, who is the SRT3+ best suited for? 1. You're just getting into or back into retro-gaming and you want to be able to play your old games or some of the most popular 8 and 16 bit games ever made. 2. You have original console(s) and you'd like to preserve it/them by playing your games on this newer and less expensive multi-console. The Retro-Bit Super Retro Trio Plus HD at this price is certainly the ticket for retro-gaming and may be the only console some people will ever need. If your expectations are realistic and it meets what you're looking for, I highly recommend the SRT+.

This was, admittedly, an impulse buy. I dug around and found my old Genesis things stored away from my last move. I was so excited only to find out that my new TV can't run my Genesis at all. I did a bit of research, checked my bank, and made a gamble. It's only been a few days, but I did want to say that so far, it runs all of the games I've tried to near perfection. Sounds great, colors pop well. The only issue I've had with any game on here is that the 2 player competition mode on Sonic 2 looks slightly janky. But it's playable and the rest of the game is perfect. The controllers it comes with are nice, and being able to use ones I own is a GREAT feature. The only downside is that one controller I've used the most as a kid seems to not be recognized properly, with the start button seeming to be mapped to the down on the movement pad. But that's a minor issue, and to be expected as it's a 3rd party controller. It's a bit early for me to insist others buy it. I'll update if things change, but as it stands it's a great copy console that can be used on TVs with HDMI inputs. Hoping this system lasts! Can't wait to show my buddies and to play some oldies together!

Excelente aparato compatible con los cartuchos retro de Nintendo nes, supernes sega megadrive y genesis

Retro Trio HD wenn man lust hat auf seine klassiker. Das einzige kleine manko ist dass es super mario allstars nicht abspielt, habe dafür eine andere retro trio version (schwarz blau) die hat einen snes pal-ntsc schalter und bei dieser konsole läuft das spiel. Wie gesagt die Konsole ist ansonsten gut und ich habe sie für einen Freund gekauft.

Seller very attentive to customer questions, fast service, everything works, same product as in the photos, 2 controllers included, the original controllers work perfectly too, easy to install and the image quality is very good on the 4k television !

Vi varios videos antes de realizar la compra entre la comparativa de este sistema vs retron y en verdad estoy muy complacido con la compra, el único inconveniente que le veo es que el control debió de ser multiplataforma, afortunadamente tengo controles para cada consola pero si debieron hacer eso o de perdida incluir un control inalámbrico fuera de eso ahorra tiempo al tener que conectar cada consola para poder jugar y la calidad de audio y sonido es muy buena

This is a review after the first day of owning it so long term I don't know how long they last but what a fantastic little console! Plays NTSC and PAL snes games along with NES and sega mega drive games! All in one, graphics are great, sound is great, and works on HdMI on modern TV's, I n 4:3 and 16:9, am very impressed, worth the money