Nintendo announced back at San Diego Comic Con that an all-in-one NES console was on the way this winter, but this SNES retro console looks to beat the brand to the punch. Created by YouTube user lyberty5, the SNES console beats the brand's latest iteration by a long shot by being so small it can fit in a user's hand or pocket.
The SNES console works via a Raspberry Pi Zero configuration that enables the device to play pre-installed games such as Kirby Super Star and Yoshi's Island. Two USB ports are present on the front portion of the retro console to enable peripheral controllers to be attached.
Dubbed the 'SNES Micro,' the device is not for sale, but the maker has detailed the full process on how he created it on his YouTube channel.
What's Driving This Trend
- Retro Console Miniaturization
- There is a growing trend in creating small, portable retro consoles that can fit in a user's hand or pocket.
- DIY Retro Gaming
- There is a trend in DIY retro gaming where users create their own retro consoles using tools such as Raspberry Pi Zero.
- Peripheral Controller Options
- A trend has emerged for retro console makers to offer multiple peripheral controller options for users to choose from.
Who This Affects Most
- DIY Electronics
- There is a disruptive innovation opportunity in the DIY electronics industry to offer tools and resources to assist individuals in creating their own handheld retro consoles.
- Gaming Accessories
- There is an opportunity for gaming accessory companies to create a line of peripheral controllers specifically designed for handheld or pocket-sized retro consoles.
- Retro Gaming Collectibles
- The emergence of small, rare retro consoles offers an opportunity for retro gaming collectible companies to expand their offerings and tap into a growing market.
