SEGA: Analogue Mega Sg UNBIASED Review its Awesome but............

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  • Опубліковано 15 гру 2024

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  • @8-Bit_Flashback
    @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +8

    Good news It looks like the latest firmware v4.3 for the Mega Sg has corrected the 3 button controllers settings issue. In the video when I mentioned it doesn't look like the Genesis I was referring to the shape & design of the console which does not look like a Genesis/Megadrive no matter what color it is.

    • @louis1443
      @louis1443 4 роки тому +1

      Sorry buddy the mega sg is king.

  • @johneygd
    @johneygd 5 років тому +21

    With the original genesis being 30 years old, this is a great genesis replacement for another 30 years to come.

    • @RetroCat31
      @RetroCat31 4 роки тому +3

      Which is why I ordered one today. I want to be playing Streets of Rage in the retirement home 30 years from now.

  • @utubepunk
    @utubepunk 5 років тому +16

    Since you mentioned the cost of the Mega Sg, which is a fair point, I was hoping you'd do the same for the cables & equipment required to run an original Genesis console on an HDTV.

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +2

      The range really varies if using a cheap rgb scart converter you can get one for about 35 bucks with a scart cable running around $8. But the prices really very depending on how nice of RGB upscaler you want to get the nice ones can cost 300 plus dollars.

  • @solidust573
    @solidust573 5 років тому +11

    The Sega CD was a poorly designed contraption to begin with. Analogue should be commended for going the extra mile in terms of hardware peripheral compatibility. I'm fairly certain they'll come up with a firmware solution soon enough.

  • @yllib2012
    @yllib2012 2 роки тому +1

    It's about $220 these days directly from Analogue (when in stock). I think it's worth every penny. They are averaging $400 from eBay scalpers now. Analogue does restock these periodically so best to keep looking at their site to get one at retail.

  • @MrAlan1828
    @MrAlan1828 5 років тому +4

    You've mentioned so many times how you can lift up the Mega SG compared with a bracket. The Mega CD is a 1x CDROM and the disc is floating not clipped it so it does not make vibration, also you place the unit on a flat surface, so I don't don't know what the fuss is about it not secure. Do what I do: use velcro, stick a nice strip from the opposite side which you lift up, done, secure and no more worries.

  • @bazzaro1982
    @bazzaro1982 5 років тому +6

    I have an Original Genesis and HD Retrovision cables. I think it looks great. After I got my Mega SG I went ahead and boxed up the original Genesis, I don’t have any reason I would choose it over the Mega SG. I suppose if I cared about the 32x I might feel differently or if I wanted to play on a CRT. Just my my two cents.

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +1

      Yea if the 32x doesn't matter to you then Mega Sg is a great option. My Genesis is not quite ready to retire just yet.

  • @bishopwilliams6817
    @bishopwilliams6817 5 років тому +8

    You didn't mention the dithering blending the mega sg can do which is a massive!! Feature.

    • @RetroTechSelect
      @RetroTechSelect 5 років тому

      For my review I ended up doing a four way comparison of an OG Genesis via composite, then via HD Retrovision component cables, then the SG with dither blending turned on and off. It was a pain, but it helped sell the importance of the feature to me.

  • @Jbayz
    @Jbayz 5 років тому +4

    The jailbreak is unofficially supported by analogue as it wouldn't exist if kevtris had not created it. Only the person who wrote the fpga code could jailbreak it. And it can't be bricked.

  • @DocHollidayGames
    @DocHollidayGames 4 роки тому +1

    Does the SMS Everdrive work with the SMS adapter? The SMS Everdrive is advertised not to support savestates when using the Powerbase adapter with a Geneis, so I wasn't sure if that applies here too.

  • @shivasthong4924
    @shivasthong4924 5 років тому +5

    I'd rather they have some cores for the Mega CD at one point, as there's no ODE available at this time for it.

  • @bishopwalton3122
    @bishopwalton3122 5 років тому +5

    Well it does beat the original system. Cant stand jailbars on original hardware.the SG supports FM audio where the original megadrive doesnt. SG also supports dither blending

    • @DeskoDev
      @DeskoDev 4 роки тому

      The original uses FM though...?

  • @Gorilla_Jones
    @Gorilla_Jones 5 років тому +7

    I'm going with the official Genesis mini. Once it's cracked you'll have official Sega hardware with software developed by M2!
    That is going to be what I will get. I hope people support SEGA. We will get a Dreamcast mini as well, I'm sure of it.

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +4

      Nice. I already have the Sega Genesis Mini Preordered hopefully they give the mini console the justice it deserves.

    • @Gorilla_Jones
      @Gorilla_Jones 5 років тому +3

      @@8-Bit_Flashback
      Same,
      I have a retropie machine in a Sega Genesis mini USB hub, but it's not official and it doesn't provide Sega with any revenue. I hate people that bag on companies yet don't support them. It's a big issue with millennials, they think everything should be free.

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому

      @@Gorilla_Jones cool to hear you preordered as well

    • @hpickettz34
      @hpickettz34 5 років тому +5

      There's nothing official about Genesis mini, its just another emulation box and more and likely will have the same hardware has the nes and snes mini with lag.

    • @user-rd5wj2mm8n
      @user-rd5wj2mm8n 5 років тому +1

      Don't count on it. M2 are kings of emulation due to emulating on a game by game basis, not just stock emulation as is common. Hacking the upcoming Genesis Mini will likely be problematic if not impossible.

  • @bishopwilliams6817
    @bishopwilliams6817 5 років тому +2

    The gold standard is a real meagadriveband crt. The gold standard for hdtv is the mega sg and HD display

  • @djake3971
    @djake3971 5 років тому +3

    How do you think about the lack of Sega 32X support? Is it possible for the devs to add it in the next updates?

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +1

      Its possible but I don't think its going to be anytime soon

    • @Smartphonekanalen
      @Smartphonekanalen 5 років тому

      It will never happen this version of hardware. They just say it. They will probably do a version 2 with the support. Customers lose and they win.

    • @KolbotForever
      @KolbotForever 5 років тому +2

      @@Smartphonekanalen Where did they say that this version of the mega sg won't have 32x support? Can you link me?

    • @Stoppskylten
      @Stoppskylten 5 років тому +1

      ​@@8-Bit_Flashback Adding something that first converts the digital video from the AMSG to analogue and then after passing through the 32X back to digital output again sounds like something quite overcomplicated for what it would result in, and for how many be interested in such a thing in the first place. Image quality would leave much to be desired, let alone how much delay it would add in even the best case.
      It does seem far more likely an update (and another simple pass through adaptor like the SMD one) to play 32X on the AMSG by itself could happen to be honest.

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому

      @@Stoppskylten thats pretty much what i said in my cartridge test video. The cartridge adapter is more likely but that also involves new developing/coding for a proper 32x core which isn't easy either.

  • @transtremm
    @transtremm 3 роки тому

    The best feature of the Mega SG is the removal of boarders which can be seen on HD tv’s but not CRT’s.

  • @bENOFFICIALMASSIVE
    @bENOFFICIALMASSIVE 5 років тому +1

    Not sure if its worth me getting one hey. I dont have hardly any og MD carts. I suppose I could get a Krikkz Everdrive to use on it. Mmm. I dunno hey. Maybe I'll get the Everdrive first as I've got the og MD, not the 2nd, the cooler looking OG :) Great vid bro!!!!!!

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +1

      Sounds like good plan

    • @utubepunk
      @utubepunk 5 років тому +2

      You don't need an everdrive since the jailbreak firmware has been released.

    • @bENOFFICIALMASSIVE
      @bENOFFICIALMASSIVE 5 років тому

      @@utubepunk dang!!!!!!!! An even bigger reason to purchase one!

  • @adamwilson1691
    @adamwilson1691 5 років тому +6

    Is the 32X really that fun to play?

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +1

      It's got a couple cool games. it's not the greatest but it would definitely be a nice touch if it worked..

    • @leecollins5479
      @leecollins5479 5 років тому

      I enjoyed my 32x when I had it.just emulation for me now

    • @alanfastguitar
      @alanfastguitar 5 років тому +1

      No, it sucks.

    • @Lightblue2222
      @Lightblue2222 5 років тому +1

      Sega CD has more games, but there's a handful of 32X games it can't even touch. Like Doom, Virtua Fighter, and After Burner Complete.

    • @leecollins5479
      @leecollins5479 5 років тому +1

      @@Lightblue2222 I loved doom and star wars arcade

  • @MizfitZer0
    @MizfitZer0 3 роки тому

    Nothing will ever beat the model 1 megadrive but if you want to play megadrive games on a hdtv then the mega sg is absolutely the best way to go. It is a perfect modern megadrive

  • @Prime-1111X
    @Prime-1111X 5 років тому +1

    Can you do a Mega SG vs Model 1 Genesis with the Framemeister?

  • @ttandc
    @ttandc 28 днів тому

    I'd love to get an anologue mega sg but the price tag on them now is only on ebay for over $1000. Will analogue ever release these again because I sure don't want to buy from ebay.

  • @CyborgHunter-T800
    @CyborgHunter-T800 Рік тому

    who is the manufacturer and what is the current real price?

  • @alexandruc.5647
    @alexandruc.5647 5 років тому +1

    The advantage that almost no one is mentioning when reviewing Analogue Mega Sg and the Super NT, is the age of the original hardware. Let's face it, the original consoles are bound to fail sooner rather than later at this point and CRT TVs, come on, they are hard to find in good condition and they take a lot of space in the room. As to the Sega CD, well the guys at Terraonion have us covered for about 260$ (I know, it's pricey) with their Mega SD which I already ordered, thus getting rid of the problematic optical drive of the unit.

  • @VOAN
    @VOAN 5 років тому +2

    If design is what you're looking for then maybe you can try the Fei Hao Sega Genesis clone, it had much worst quality but the shell of the console is literally a carbon copy of an actual Sega Genesis Model 1 plus it's HDMI as well. Maybe you can buy that and put the guts of the Analogue Mega Sg inside it, the thing even had an opening for the Sega CD attachment as well even though it doesn't support it.

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому

      Cool. i have seen those before I've thought about it.

    • @treyslay753
      @treyslay753 5 років тому +4

      I love the fact that the Fei Hao Megadrive is 1:1 scale with the original. Sound is only in mono and there is no aspect ratio switch. It's still a pretty decent clone - even has the headphone jack and volume slider.

    • @utubepunk
      @utubepunk 5 років тому

      Cool idea, but you'd have to physically hack your Mega Sg to get everything to align properly. Not sure it's really possible.

  • @ToxcynTV
    @ToxcynTV 5 років тому +1

    If enable force 3 button mode can you still get the 6 button to work with holding "mode" on the controller so that you dont have to keep toggling in menu?

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +1

      Not when three button mode is enabled but with the latest update I believe they've corrected the issue I was having with three-button controllers. Mega SG should now recognize the 3 button controller without having change anything now.

    • @bishopwilliams6817
      @bishopwilliams6817 5 років тому

      Or just plug a 3 button pad in

  • @Septer_Sever
    @Septer_Sever 5 років тому +7

    I'll keep my model 1 Genesis, Thank you.

  • @CSIG1001
    @CSIG1001 5 років тому +4

    Please get an ossc

  • @koopatrupabowser4727
    @koopatrupabowser4727 4 роки тому

    Hey THE MULTITAP WORKS ON THIS CONSOLE??????????

  • @me2olive
    @me2olive 5 років тому

    The 32X compatibility is a non issue for me and I suspect most other "collectors". What's far more important is a working ODE and/or Mega CD in FPGA as the CD drives in those units are now at the end of their lives. They could make a slot loader that sits underneath the Mega Sg like a model 1 Mega CD. However, of course the issue for selling a clone Mega CD would be the bios.

  • @theshadowman1398
    @theshadowman1398 3 роки тому

    Oh yes it beats it when it comes to picture output

  • @Lightblue2222
    @Lightblue2222 5 років тому +1

    The reason I'm not interested is the sound. It's crisp and exact but misses the soul of an HD model 1. There's a certain resonance that hasn't been emulated properly. The filters it has to try and correct it only mask it. There are probably many examples and the only way to understand is to own and listen to them un-condensed. For instance there's a certain wavy twang in Super Thunder Blade that gives it life. The notes sizzle out differently. The higher melody in After Burner II is almost non existent. Maybe for most it's minor, and if u don't own a decent model 1 u wouldnt know what u were missing anyway. I will say the mega sg has amazingly sharp visuals, but I wouldnt want to cut myself on accident ×)

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +1

      Actually for me i never owned a model 1 with the nicer sound chips. So i am use to the sound having distortion on my model 1 and 2 but its actually very comforting because its just the way i remember it lol.

  • @michastepien8326
    @michastepien8326 4 роки тому

    Since there is Mega Everdrive PRO you do not really need Mega CD any more. 32X is supported with CRT TV and Analogue DAC so if you want ...

  • @СергейЛукьяненко-ш6ь

    Подскажите, как купить с доставкой в Украину? На офсайте нет Украины в списке стран, да и самой mega sg нет в наличии, когда интересно появится?

  • @user-rd5wj2mm8n
    @user-rd5wj2mm8n 5 років тому +1

    Why in every comparison video does nobody compare it with the Genesis 3, even esthetically?

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +2

      The Genesis 3 is in a weird gray area with collectors. It was officially licensed by Sega but it was actually manufactured by a different company majesco

    • @user-rd5wj2mm8n
      @user-rd5wj2mm8n 5 років тому +1

      @@8-Bit_Flashback very true, but, it's not a 'clone console' and while lacking the versatility of previous models is arguably the best Genesis variation, producing a lovely, sharp image on par with later revisions.

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +2

      Yea i personally do not have one but if i run across a cheap one someday i will snag it for the collection

  • @RedRanger2001
    @RedRanger2001 4 роки тому +1

    Just don't get the Chinese bootleg Everdrive. Buy a legit one from Stone Age Gamer...
    I recommend the X7 (for Mega SG) and Pro (for the official Sega Genesis Models 1 and 2 consoles)...

  • @b.o.353
    @b.o.353 5 років тому +3

    I’m going to wait and see how the official Sega mini is. For less than half the price and a much better look.

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому

      Cool I preordered mine sunday

    • @hpickettz34
      @hpickettz34 5 років тому +5

      Meh just another emulation box.

    • @Philroq7
      @Philroq7 5 років тому +6

      Sega mini is another emulation box. Might as well build a pie. The Sg uses superior fpga done by none other than Kevtris.

    • @74Vidgamer
      @74Vidgamer 5 років тому +1

      Philroq7 The misinformation here is mind boggling. People with their Raspberry Pi’ s etc, that shit is so bad even the lag in the recent Genesis Collection is obscenely high.

    • @Philroq7
      @Philroq7 5 років тому +3

      74Vidgamer oh don’t get me wrong. I have the Super Nt and the Mega Sg and I would certainly prefer fpga hardware emulation than any cheap emulation boxes with inaccurate software emulation and terrible output in sound and/or video. I’m just saying if people are going to buy the Sega mini console which is obviously software emulation they might as well build a pie or hell just emulate games on their pc.

  • @bpet122
    @bpet122 5 років тому +1

    Thank you! One of the first games I tried was Ms Pac Man w a 6 button pad, thought I freaking sucked at Pac Man or my pad was broken.

  • @superspecky4eyes
    @superspecky4eyes 5 років тому +6

    The 32X sucks anyway, no big loss there.

  • @RetroTechSelect
    @RetroTechSelect 5 років тому +1

    Great review. Glad that you cover the shortcomings, as well as the perks of the Mega SG. I had a great time putting my own review together. Let me know what you think: ua-cam.com/video/gDPFtY7l57I/v-deo.html

  • @WWammyy
    @WWammyy 2 роки тому

    The amount of settings is what I dislike most about these consoles even though I understand these settings are necessary

  • @billcook4768
    @billcook4768 5 років тому +1

    Everyone is entitled to their opinion... but I completely disagree with you on this. If someone offered me a Mega Sq or an original Genesis, I'd take the Sq 100 times out of 100. And I think almost everyone else would as well. Lots of reasons - newer, all the software options, etc. - but as soon as you said the biggest complaint was a lack of 32x compatibility, it's clear it's a winner.

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +4

      I would the pick the sg as well if someone just offered to give one to me.

  • @RetroClash95
    @RetroClash95 5 років тому

    Can you boot a different region’s sega cd bios on original hardware using a mega everdrive?

  • @videogameobsession
    @videogameobsession 5 років тому

    The white version looks decent, but you just know it's going to look dingy and yellowed in 20 years.

  • @leecollins5479
    @leecollins5479 5 років тому +1

    Another mega sg video.

  • @ericturner7744
    @ericturner7744 5 років тому +4

    £144.22 is too expensive for what it offers.

    • @Sega_Dreams
      @Sega_Dreams 5 років тому

      I agree with you, John. I'd rather just use my Model 1 with an RGB cable.

    • @74Vidgamer
      @74Vidgamer 5 років тому +2

      No it isn’t actually but to each their own.

    • @ericturner7744
      @ericturner7744 5 років тому

      @@Sega_Dreams Same here. My Megadrive cost £30 and the RGB scart cable was £10.....I cant justify paying £144 (excluding shipping).

  • @Superdimensional
    @Superdimensional 5 років тому +11

    Your complaints are super nitpicky...
    Whoopie doo you cant play all 3 games that are even mildly worth it on 32x
    Whooptie doo you have to go into the menu if you’re still using a trash 3 button controller
    You can’t lift it up from the side connector, why would you? I’m pretty sure only adults are buying this in 2019, a metal bracket like that was only necessary back in the 90’s because we were all like 12-15 years old and idiots back then...
    You think $190 is a lot of money for most people? $190 is nothing... I can’t even take my family of 3 to dinner and a movie for that these days for that.
    That’s my 2¢ I think the system is amazing, I do like your videos so don’t take it the wrong way, just giving some counter commentary to your video.

    • @edgardo034
      @edgardo034 5 років тому +5

      Superdimensional plus “the design is boring”....and he got the all white model, one color....

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +2

      I still said its a great system. But there is things that bother me about it. I was very fair with my review i expressed things I didn't like and some things I did like. Maybe $190 is nothing to you but to me it means something. There's a lot of different things I can buy for $190. I'm a huge Sega fan and a collector and there's just something about the mega SG that lacks the Sega spirit and I stand behind that. Obviously the Sega 32x is not important to you but to ignore the people who do like the 32x isn't cool either. And relax with all the whoopty doos man.

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +1

      Edgardo034 I didn't say anything about the color bothering me. so what's your point?

    • @utubepunk
      @utubepunk 5 років тому

      Is it whoopie doo or whooptie doo? Make up your mind.

    • @Superdimensional
      @Superdimensional 5 років тому

      utubepunk I’ll tell your mom, ask her when you see her

  • @thegamingsquad9546
    @thegamingsquad9546 5 років тому +1

    Mega sg bloes away the original hardware!

  • @ironmaiden5658
    @ironmaiden5658 5 років тому +3

    This was never released to beat the SMD or SG. It is designed to mimic them. SMD and MG will always be King because these Emu stations are designed to copy them. You don't think it looks like a SMD or MG because you chose white haha. It looks nothing like any console on the market at all being all Albino.. The black ones look like a Mega Drive. Genesis is the US version and never got the love the MD did.

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому

      The shape of the console is more what i am referring to. No matter what color it is it still does not look like a Genesis or Megadrive.

    • @ironmaiden5658
      @ironmaiden5658 5 років тому

      @@8-Bit_Flashback You're trying to compare it to a Mega Drive II. Which it looks nothing like it. It looks a lot like the Mega Drive I though. Which was the intent.

    • @ironmaiden5658
      @ironmaiden5658 5 років тому

      @@8-Bit_Flashback Actually after doing a bit more research it seems the black version comes in all the variants including the US version The Genesis (I). Not (II)

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому

      The black and red colors would be the only thing similar. The "shape"/design of the Mega Sg is much different than both the Genesis model 1 & 2. Anyways if you are happy with the looks of the Mega Sg then thats all that matters. My self I don't care for the looks of the Mega Sg regardless of the Color thats just my opinion. For $190 I feel more attention could have been put into the design of the case.

  • @christopherhoward8904
    @christopherhoward8904 5 років тому +1

    looks like it would be smarter to get a hdmi converter. for 200 bucks i could get a hdmi converter and a sega cd to add to my collection....vs just buying a clone. if im gonna drop 200+ on a retro console i would want something more like the polymega that can play cd based games

    • @michastepien8326
      @michastepien8326 4 роки тому

      and mod you 30 years old genesis/megadrive to be multiregion.

  • @arthurcollector4002
    @arthurcollector4002 5 років тому +2

    there is no mega drive without 32x compatibility

    • @bishopwilliams6817
      @bishopwilliams6817 5 років тому +4

      Genesis 3 doesn't support sega CD or master system

  • @goodhumourwagon
    @goodhumourwagon 4 роки тому

    Who cares about the 32X? It was a pile of dung when it came out, and it's even stinkier now.

  • @blorfenburger
    @blorfenburger 4 роки тому +2

    Im gay

  • @alanfastguitar
    @alanfastguitar 5 років тому

    the white version is awful.

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  5 років тому +1

      It doesn't seem to be a fan favorite either people love it or hate it. I personally don't care for the design of the console meaning the shape of it.

    • @utubepunk
      @utubepunk 5 років тому +2

      @@8-Bit_Flashback I have the white model, too. I like it. I'm just tired of most consoles being black. Except the sports Dreamcast. That gets a pass. I know what you mean by design, but it's grown on me. You have to admit, it's a quality product.

  • @dogma9609
    @dogma9609 2 роки тому +1

    does this play original Master System games and Genesis games???

    • @8-Bit_Flashback
      @8-Bit_Flashback  2 роки тому

      Yep

    • @dogma9609
      @dogma9609 2 роки тому

      @@8-Bit_Flashback , do u have to download anything first to play?
      also does it utilize the 3-D glasses at all?