# Tiny Retro Gamer Consoles The 'TinyNES' Open Source Games Console Plays Original Cartridges By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-12-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-source-games-console References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/tinynes-open-source-games-console-22-12-2021/) & [crowdsupply](https://www.crowdsupply.com/tall-dog-electronics/tinynes)  The 'TinyNES' open source games console has been created by Tall Dog Electronics as a video game console for players seeking out a compact way to enjoy some of their favorite titles from yesteryear. The console works with original [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-game-consoles-1) Entertainment System ([NES](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rg-nano)) game cartridges without the need for an emulator and maintains an impossibly compact design. This will enable players to enjoy their favorite pastimes from yesteryear without the need to deal with cumbersome original consoles that have to be tracked down. The 'TinyNES' open source games console is focused on a barebones functionality that will allow for a pure gaming experience that can't be changed, connected to the Internet, paired with a smartphone, remap controls and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Tiny Retro Gamer Consoles:** The trend of creating tiny retro consoles that allow for a compact and nostalgic gaming experience. - **Open Source Gaming Consoles:** The trend of creating open source gaming consoles that allow for easy modifications and customization. - **Barebones Functionality:** The trend of designing consoles with a stripped-down, no-frills approach that focuses solely on the gaming experience. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Industry:** The gaming industry can benefit from the creation of more compact and customizable gaming consoles that tap into nostalgia and provide unique gaming experiences. - **Electronics Industry:** The electronics industry can innovate by creating more open source and customizable products that allow for easy modifications and customization by users. - **Tech Accessories Industry:** The tech accessories industry can explore opportunities to create products that enhance the gaming experience on these new tiny retro gaming consoles such as charging docks or carrying cases. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Compact Gamer Console Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-gaming-console.md) - [Keychain-Sized Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rg-nano.md) - [See-Through Cartridge Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro-m64.md) - [Pocket-Friendly Games Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketfriendly-games-console.md) - [Freestanding Retro Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vectrex-mini.md) - [Compact Retro-Inspired Handhelds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-pixel-pocket.md) - [Sleek Retro Console Remakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thec64-mini.md) - [Compact Linux Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rg35xx.md) - [Miniature Retro Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-game-consoles-1.md)