Everdrive N8 pro NES unboxing Loading roms and review Retro Rivals

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  • @davidbrennan5
    @davidbrennan5 10 місяців тому +5

    Just buy one. I have been retro gaming for a long time and this is a must have item, it has a nice set of useful features and it is nice not having to clean games all day.

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  10 місяців тому

      They are so awesome and we're happy we spent the money on it. Since this video we actually added a SNES everdrive too.

    • @davidbrennan5
      @davidbrennan5 10 місяців тому +1

      @@RetroRivals Very happy with it, having the ability to play hacks, homebrew games and games from every region is a big plus. The menu is snappy, game genie support is nice and large amount of save state slots helps on some games, this feature is handy if you have more than one gamer in the house. It is a quality product and worth the money. I wish I had bought one 9 years ago when the original version came out, but back then I was buying mint cartridges for $1- $10 on average from hock shops. The prices are crazy now.

    • @NintenPizza
      @NintenPizza 12 днів тому

      How's the colour accuracy from these emulated NES games running on an Everdrive N8 pro compared to the actual carts, when displayed on a CRT? Because NES games always had dark desaturated lifeless colours through the Wii, Wii U & 3DS's Virtual Consoles, and even now with Nintendo Switch Online's NES service.
      Where as with the actual carts of whatever game, the colours appear vibrant and super colorful. It's literally night and day. Maybe it's just a limitation of how NES games are emulated? :P

    • @davidbrennan5
      @davidbrennan5 12 днів тому

      @@NintenPizza I can't tell the difference between a real cartridge and the N8 pro. Compared to any emulator I have tried this is much better.

    • @NintenPizza
      @NintenPizza 10 днів тому

      @@davidbrennan5
      I'm guessing an NES game running on an EverDrive N8 Pro, Vs a MiSTer/MiSTer Pi should look intical as well as far as colours are concerned. Guess i'll bite the bullet and score an N8 and see for myself. :P

  • @8dragonquest
    @8dragonquest 3 роки тому +5

    That 2 player Mario hack looks awesome.

  • @supermegaretrosmr
    @supermegaretrosmr 3 роки тому +3

    I've always been intrigued by the EverDrive... nice video - I liked the banter in this video... staying tuned!

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      We banter like an old married couple because Scott is old and I'm married to him lol
      Thanks so much SMR :)

  • @RetroSho
    @RetroSho 3 роки тому +3

    Haha, nice pick up! I've had Everdrives for years, and they have been very reliable. It'll last you for years to come!

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому +3

      We are already planning on purchasing the snes everdrive. I think we've developed a sickness and I'm not even looking for a cure!

  • @RetroWolf_YT
    @RetroWolf_YT 3 роки тому

    I had to watch this video again because I just bought one of these yesterday. I can't wait to get it!

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому +1

      I’m so pumped for you! It legit plays like the authentic carts. We love ours and it gets a lot of play time

  • @TimWells-q2o
    @TimWells-q2o 2 місяці тому +1

    I’ve added everdrives to all of my retro consoles and they have been a quality products so far and I have the top of the line ones for each consoles and I’ve been using the game genie codes on them which is neat and other features on them and been playing rare games on them that I couldn’t get otherwise because they’re ridiculously expensive and I’m working on getting odes for my cd based consoles which work similarly to my everdrives on my console and I have them all hooked up to my crt tv with a couple of composite video switch boxes and also a couple of component video switch boxes as well and been a happy camper and I even have a harmony encore flash cart for my Atari 2600. 😊

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  2 місяці тому

      Yeah, when you add up the overall value you get out of your everdrives versus what it would cost to buy the games individually on cart, it's astronomical. One of the first games I played on the NES everdrive was little Samson. No way I was buying that. Since then, we've also added the SNES everdrive and a knockoff brand for our TurboGrafx. I think the next one will pick up is Genesis.

  • @Mega-Matt21
    @Mega-Matt21 3 роки тому +2

    I have the turbo grapfx, nes, snes, gameboy, neo geo pocket, and just picked up the one for n64. Only everdrive left that I want is the one for the sega genesis! So yea, I have a few! lol They are all great and work perfectly!

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      This is great to hear because we are certainly looking at picking up more and maybe my mom will indulge me with one for Christmas. I'm lucky to have parents that support my gaming :)

  • @IowaRetroGamerDad
    @IowaRetroGamerDad 3 роки тому +1

    I was so close to getting Everdrives before I bought my Raspberry Pi 4. I still might pick one up some day for a few consoles.

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому +1

      I think it's that physical media feel that swayed us. It's being able to put it in the console like you would any other nes game that had us. Certainly something we appreciated adding to the collection.

  • @therexershow
    @therexershow 3 роки тому +2

    Amazing it plays with no lag , pretty awesome , seems well worth it. Glad you enjoyed the rom. Scott, I have some pretty cool NHL94 hacks too!! Updated rosters! Old school rosters, etc. 😀

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      UMMMM, yes please. Scott and Denis would play the shit outta that!

  • @RetroWolf_YT
    @RetroWolf_YT 3 роки тому +2

    I 100% want to get ALL of the Everdrives for consoles I have, the only thing holding me back is the price. One day I will do it though

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому +2

      That’s exactly what it is for us too!

  • @coopleofnerds
    @coopleofnerds 3 роки тому +2

    The suspense is killing me already. That everdrive looks great

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much. It was a crazy trifecta of videos. I hope the outcome is as impactful

  • @loco_Fox
    @loco_Fox 3 роки тому +1

    Great video as always. Loving the T-shirts at the start as well, especially that Harley Quinn one.
    I really liked how you had dual cameras to get different shots and angles, that looked pretty sweet. Probably something you already thought of before, but instead of holding the phone whilst recording the 2nd angle, maybe just have it placed on a tripod looking down at whatever you unboxing. I am pretty sure you will probably play around with the angles, so that is something i'll look forward towards for sure.
    I was cracking up on how Scott was trash talking during the mario hack but he died first haha, watching y'all play together like this is pretty entertaining, especially with trash talk!
    It was cool to give an overlook of how to load roms in step by step, i am sure that will save a lot of people time and effort and they can just follow your steps.
    I always thought everdrives were cool because it lets you play on your original hardware. From what I seen the majority of games on the consoles work with no lag or very little lag, it seems with this nintendo one, there was no lag, as people mainly notice it with mike tyson's punch out.
    It also gives you a chance to play games that are 'stupid money' now and again on the original hardware which is cool, and as an adult , we sometimes need save states , gone are the days we can leave our console on all night praying our mom won't turn it off at night haha.
    The only thing for me is, when I have such a large selection of games on one cart, I can't focus on one game, I play one for a few mins and Immediately have to check out another game , which is why i don't really get one for myself at the moment. I have hacked my SNES /Megadrive mini but again i think it's really cool to test games before buying them , can save a lot of money that way not getting a crappy game.
    Again, great work guys, It's cool how you also included a preview of the next video in this, i don't think i've seen any gaming channel ever do that, so it's new and unique and it definitely worked, as I really want to see the next video now.

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      Thanks so much Loco. I actually found it at a local pawn shop. Matt's Media has all the awesome tees.
      Definitely going to play with more camera angles now that I have a power supply for my old nikon and a new cell phone. I've been toying with the idea of a cell phone tripod but hadn't followed through yet because my old iphone was OLD and didn't have great video. I see an amazon package in my future lol.
      I know right, he showed me up on duck hunt but he ate his words at SMB.
      We love everything about the everdrive. Money well spent for sure and we noticed that reading the manual was kind of confusing when it could be so much more easily explained.
      It does indeed make it hard to focus but at some point I really wanna put some time into one game at a time. Scott is currently playing through Zelda II.
      Thanks so much Loco. It was a nice perspective to give and I feel like it added a bit of something so I'm happy you mentioned that.

  • @shayne1062
    @shayne1062 3 роки тому +1

    Great PSA video!
    I've had the N8 Pro for a little over a year and it's a great tool in the collection for me. I bought it with two main reasons in mind: to be able to try games before buying complete copies like the days of renting, and for playing games not released in North America/translations (like Mr.Gimmick *PAL release*, Langrange Point, Bio Miracle Bokutte Upa!, and many more).
    I had always dismissed Little Samson, figuring it was probably a lousy game that was expensive due to limited release (like so many are), but was surprised that the game is awesome! I was finally able to play Konami's futuristic space RPG, Langrange Point, in English; the N8 Pro has been a great addition!
    There are some nice audio perks (like with Castlevania III), and the addition of dozens more save state slots is welcome over the previous N8. I got the FXPack Pro for the SNES at the same time as the N8 Pro, and it's just as awesome.
    I'm glad to see the two of you are having fun messing around with the unit, and the ROM hacks as well ;)

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      Thanks so much Shayne. I'm pretty excited to try all these games that would be otherwise out of reach for us too. It's that feeling of having the physical game, the illusion of you could be holding any cart in your hand and ready to play it like it's the 80's all over again.
      I think the SNES pro will be our next add-on and luckily we have a few great youtube friends that will feed our rom hack addiction :)

  • @tonyp9313
    @tonyp9313 4 місяці тому +1

    I have 3 of them. 1 for Nes, Genesis & the N64. I have the FX Pak Pro for the Snes. The best one out of those is the Sega Genesis one. It can play Master system games, Sg1000 games & Sega CD games. Be aware some games will require you to own a 3 button Controller for Genesis such as playing Golden Axe 2, & also you'll need a Sega Master system controller if you want to play games such as Wonder Boy in Monster Land, Bomber Raid & other titles.
    It's also the best because you can put like 20 Game Genie codes per game. You can turn that on & off really easily unlike the Nes one where if you put in a code you have to go into it & erase the code if you want to play that with no codes then look up the code again & put it in. So the Genesis codes stay there.
    I say this is 90% excellent. You will get some game in here like the hockey's if you press up & start the or you press to many button combinations in fighting games etc the thing will reset on you etc. For the hockey's & fighting games I do have the original games.

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  4 місяці тому

      @@tonyp9313 yeah we have the NES as you seen LOL, The SNES FX pack pro and we really would love to get the Genesis one. That's probably one of Scott's favorite retro consoles right behind the PS1.

    • @tonyp9313
      @tonyp9313 4 місяці тому

      @@RetroRivals I got the Mega Ever Drive Pro 4 years ago for $288. Now it's $421 on Amazon. I think the Kritz website is American? They sell it for $200 there. I guess it's way cheaper on the Kritz site cuz it's like $270 Canadian, not sure if they charge for shipping if they deliver from the U.S to Canada.
      Anyways when I bought them I bought them at around $250-300 each. Also if you want more back up with roms I suggest a PC those CRT ones.
      I prefer the original systems a lot more. Cuz with PC there is always this extra preparation work just to play your games.

    • @tonyp9313
      @tonyp9313 4 місяці тому +1

      @@RetroRivals Damn comment not showing. Anyways hope this one gets through. Cool that you want to buy the Genesis one. I bought mine 4 years ago. They are really worth it. Or if you prefer playing them on a CRT monitor old style PC.

  • @GenerationPixel
    @GenerationPixel 3 роки тому +1

    Physical software and hardware is awesome because you just love the feel in your hands, emulation is awesome because its just so convenient 😄

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому +1

      Couldn't agree more! Both have their pros!

  • @32_bit_gamer
    @32_bit_gamer 3 роки тому +1

    I bought an NES everdrive laat year because I wanted to play Little Samsom on original Hardware.

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому +1

      Smart! Way cheaper than the real deal and plays exactly the same (I would imagine lol)

  • @ProfessorJokaseyGaming
    @ProfessorJokaseyGaming 3 роки тому +1

    Gotta get a overdrive

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      we need to get an SNES or Genesis one as well

  • @TheBachelorsFridge
    @TheBachelorsFridge 3 роки тому +2

    Adventure Island what is the bane of my existence when I was ten or so. I routinely never made it past the first level. F that game and that stupid skateboard. Good luck Jen

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      It's the bane of my 40 year old existence lol!

  • @DadLadsGaming
    @DadLadsGaming 3 роки тому

    I was aware of these before your video but great job.
    Not sure if you are aware but the Pro Model has multiple save states so you can practice specific points of Adventure Island at your leisure.
    I’ll get the Famicom version in a couple of months....just paid for an RGB mod of my Famicom top loader so funds are low👍🏻👍🏻

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому +1

      Yes, that's exactly why we got it. Those save states will come in handy for Devils island....errr. Adventure island lol.
      Oh wow, how are you enjoying the mod? Was it worth the spend?

    • @DadLadsGaming
      @DadLadsGaming 3 роки тому

      @@RetroRivals the mod looks fantastic. I've only got one game though.... And it's Ninja Gaiden 😂😂
      It's my birthday in June and I plan on treating myself to the Everdrive 👍👍

  • @roblastname3988
    @roblastname3988 3 роки тому +1

    Big games like uncharted waters and gemfire didn't work on my preloaded ever drive. Anyone know if that's fixed or can I download better ROMs?

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      I’m sure there are better roms. Ours didn’t come pre loaded

  • @jamess9260
    @jamess9260 3 роки тому +1

    Cool video, I know y'all are addicted to physical copies of games, are yall planning to download any psn games, since Sony is shutting down PS3, Vita, Psp Digital store in a couple months. I know I need to get the Arc the lad games and Xenogears before it happens, Anyway great video, looking forward to the next one.

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      Absolutely have to get a few digital games before the store closes. Scott's actually been all over me to do that so this is my reminder actually. It's not so much addicted tp physical as it's something we enjoy that is tangible and that we can see and appreciate. If the funds to support it were no longer there than we would easily put it to the side and appreciate what we have :)
      Thanks so much for commenting and watching James

  • @moandaindesigns
    @moandaindesigns 3 роки тому +2

    So I bet the tease is a TG16 or Sega Saturn..... I hope you get a new game system!

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      Maybe next time :) That Sega Saturn is still pretty high on the must get list so.....here's hoping soon

  • @WavesNGames
    @WavesNGames 3 роки тому +1

    Hey I saw myself haha! This looks like it's worth it just for the multiplayer Mario Bros haha

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому +1

      There you are! OMG so worth it. Hopefully we can make it all the way through sometime soon without any warps.

  • @stayathomedad4468
    @stayathomedad4468 2 роки тому +1

    Did you get the game catalogue from krikzz, or were they from somewhere else?

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  2 роки тому

      I wasn’t even aware you could get the game catalogue from krikzz. We got it from a friend

    • @stayathomedad4468
      @stayathomedad4468 2 роки тому +1

      @@RetroRivals sorry, looking around I don’t believe you can. I’m struggling to find a reliable place to find them.

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  2 роки тому

      @@stayathomedad4468 I can see where he got them and message back.

    • @stayathomedad4468
      @stayathomedad4468 2 роки тому +1

      @@RetroRivals that would be very cool of you!
      Thank you

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  2 роки тому

      @@stayathomedad4468 can you send me a message on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook?

  • @howlingrocket2071
    @howlingrocket2071 3 роки тому +1

    Ok so I have a question and hopefully it can get answered but does anyone know if the Everdrive N8 Pro will work on the retro trio plus I know that it doesn't work with the regular version of the Everdrive N8 please can anyone answer this question..

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      Oh shoot! I have no clue. If I had one, I’d go try it right now. Have you tried sending a message to krikzz?

    • @howlingrocket2071
      @howlingrocket2071 3 роки тому +1

      @@RetroRivals No actually, I didn't even think of sending a message to them thanks👍🏻

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      @@howlingrocket2071 I hope they get back to you, if not message stoneage gamer.

  • @SEGAblocks
    @SEGAblocks 3 роки тому +1

    Looks really cool but how does it hold up on retro consoles like the Retron 5?🤔

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому +1

      That is a damn fine question. I will put it in my notes to try. Thanks for mentioning it SEGAblocks

    • @roblastname3988
      @roblastname3988 3 роки тому +1

      Its works on super retro trio, but no save state. I think in game saves work. The save state only works on original NES.

  • @EduardoAlexanderFernándezArmas
    @EduardoAlexanderFernándezArmas 7 місяців тому +1

    Yo me imaginaba que los juegos estaban en memoria

  • @hollywoodpolo9872
    @hollywoodpolo9872 3 роки тому +1

    Scott is the Dark Knight! How did you guys like the mario 2p coop? Looks like you had fun!

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      lol we had an absolute blast! It was a ton of fun!

  • @AndyH1979
    @AndyH1979 Рік тому +1

    Will this work on a Hyperkin Retron 2 HD?

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  Рік тому

      I honestly can't see why it wouldn't

  • @CaaZ_
    @CaaZ_ 2 роки тому +1

    Does it work on the Retron 5 ??

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  2 роки тому

      Unfortunately none of the Everdrive work on RetroN 5. Has to be original cart

  • @josealvarado1938
    @josealvarado1938 Рік тому +1

    How many inches is the tv?

  • @derekmalunow8962
    @derekmalunow8962 4 місяці тому +1

    How does one exit a game and return to the list?

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  4 місяці тому

      @@derekmalunow8962 All you have to do is hold down and start and it'll bring you to a menu that gives you four different options and it should be at the very bottom to exit game which should bring you back to the ROM list

    • @derekmalunow8962
      @derekmalunow8962 4 місяці тому +1

      @@RetroRivals thank you 🤘🏿 I just got mine up and running and was turning the console off and back on or restarting like an a hole

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  4 місяці тому +1

      @@derekmalunow8962 It happens. I probably did it too before my husband told me how to use it properly. Always glad to share information. Happy you're enjoying your everdrive! :)

    • @derekmalunow8962
      @derekmalunow8962 4 місяці тому +1

      @@RetroRivalsit’s such a nice item. Obviously I had to order a Super everdrive.

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  4 місяці тому

      @@derekmalunow8962 We did the same last Christmas lol.

  • @denisgoguen1097
    @denisgoguen1097 3 роки тому +1

    Take my money!!!!!!!!

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      I can't wait until you try the 2 player mario hack....and when we get the snes version there is a nhl 94 updated roster hack that Rexer is gonna send me.....hint hint hint Rexer lol

  • @krathoon2338
    @krathoon2338 5 місяців тому +1

    I have a Chinese clone of an Everdrive N8 and it does not support all roms. So, it is better to get the real deal.

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  5 місяців тому

      Completely agree 👍
      We went knock off for TurboGrafx and that was enough to make us realize that Everdrive is where it's at. We have them for NES and SNES now.

  • @rondellemitchell7543
    @rondellemitchell7543 Рік тому +1

    sooooo where are the roms

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  Рік тому

      That's the tricky part. My PC answer Is that they need to be back up some games you already own? Because all of us own Little Samson right? Lol
      My second more helpful answer would be. You can find them if you search around on the internet. Choose a reputable source. Lots of places seem to have them

  • @boxxwiition2928
    @boxxwiition2928 3 роки тому +1

    YOUR MAKING ME LOOK BAD!IDIDNT HAVE TO DO MUCH!

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      Lol he really really didn’t. My duck hunt skills are toddler at best I guess lol

  • @EveryDayRetroGaming
    @EveryDayRetroGaming 3 роки тому +1

    That is the worst Duck Hunt playing I've ever seen LOL. That is awesome how well the Everdrive plays I figured there might have been a delay or something that makes it feel off compared to playing the real game on a NES. I might pick up the Sega Genesis one! Trade?! TRADE FOR WHAT?!

    • @RetroRivals
      @RetroRivals  3 роки тому

      BAHAHAHA, right? I probably could have done a better job blindfolded lol.
      The everdrive is awesome but now I want one for every console!
      All we be revealed today at 2pm est :)