Console modder Ryan Fitzpatrick, he of the “Mega Man 2” Nintendo, is back with a TMNT Custom NES. The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles NES pays tribute to the iconic comic book and TV show with custom paint, controllers and a backlit top complete with pictures of each turtle. Fitzpatrick also worked on the console with another modder known as Custom NES Guy who has worked on both a Luigi and Castlevania NES consoles.
Each controller on the TMNT Custom NES has a skin representing one of the four turtles. The little details help push this project over the top, such as the bronze controller plug-ins. Fitzpatrick has put the console up for sale on eBay and it can (currently) be had for a bid of $1,300.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Customized Retro Consoles
- Opportunity for console modders to create personalized and nostalgic gaming experiences for retro gamers.
- Nostalgic Accessories for Retro Gamers
- Potential for customized accessories, such as controllers and skins, that tap into the nostalgia of classic video game franchises.
- Limited Edition Consoles
- Increasing demand for niche and exclusive gaming products that provide collectors and gaming enthusiasts unique experiences.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Video Game Console Manufacturing
- Possibility for established console manufacturers to partner with customized modders to produce limited edition consoles.
- Gaming Merchandise and Accessories
- Opportunity for companies to produce and sell customized video game accessories and merchandise, tapping into nostalgic franchises.
- Online Auction and Resale Platforms
- Potential for auction and resale platforms, such as eBay and Facebook Marketplace, to capture high-end retro gaming collectors and enthusiasts.
