# Retro Video Game Emulators The Evercade VS Console Offers a High-Definition Emulator Experience By Josh Thompson-Persaud | Published 2021-05-04 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evercade-vs References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2021/4/23/22396247/evercade-vs-retro-console-cartridges-price-features-release-date) & [evercade](https://evercade.co.uk/vs) Gamers can find their retro release in the [Evercade VS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duke-nukem-collection-2), a console-based emulator that is steeped in nostalgia. Drawing inspiration from the [N64](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro-m64) and other archaic consoles, the Evercade VS has a distinct, retro design that adds a dash of modernity to the aging platform through its high-definition graphics. Made to be played with friends, the console uses an easy [plug-and-play multiplayer system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-plug-play-systems) that supports up to four players at a time. The Evercade VS controllers combine an authentic retro look with ergonomic efficiency in the classic A/B/Y/X button format. Conveniently, the Evercade Handheld can be hooked up as a compatible controller. Building on the retro feel, the console uses old-timey game cartridges, sold by Evercade, to load games, with a current selection of 280+ retro games. The Evercade VS is available for pre-order only at this time. Image Credit: Evercade ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [New Ventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/newventures) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Gaming:** Create upgraded, high-definition emulation experiences for popular retro gaming consoles like the N64. - **Multiplayer Console Gaming:** Invent new systems for multiple players that are easy to use and enhance the gaming experience. - **Retro Controller Design:** Recreate retro controllers with ergonomic improvements to add value to nostalgic experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** Create downloadable retro emulators for classic gaming consoles like the N64 to be used on modern systems like smartphones. - **Consumer Electronics:** Design new hardware products that offer high-definition emulation experiences for classic gaming consoles. - **E-commerce:** Launch an online shop that sells original or remastered retro gaming controllers for use with classic game emulators. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Neon Retro Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evercade-vs-r.md) - [Handheld Retro Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evercade.md) - [See-Through Cartridge Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro-m64.md) - [Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xgo-handheld-retro-gaming-console.md) - [Modernized 90s Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-3d-console.md) - [Portable Retro Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anbernic-rg552.md) - [Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic.md) - [Retro Handheld Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro.md) - [Affordable Emulation Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rg353ps.md)