$150 PS1-Style Console Natively Plays PlayStation Games, Compatible with Original Memory Cards and Controllers

Exciting news for retro gaming enthusiasts—a fresh gaming console supporting the classic PlayStation One is about to hit the shelves. This upcoming device, inspired by the MiSTer FPGA open-source project, has been publicly announced by popular tech influencer Taki Udon. He revealed on social media that the new console, known as the SuperStation One, will be available for $149 from the Retro Remake website. Along with it, there’s a handy accessory, the SuperDock, which echoes the design of the old PSone Combo pack, up for a limited pre-sale at $5, though it will eventually retail for about $35.

What stands out about this console is its ability to run PlayStation One games natively, which means it doesn’t rely on emulators and can hence provide an authentic gaming experience. Even better, it supports original PlayStation One memory cards and controllers—perfect for those nostalgic trips back to your gaming roots. As for connectivity options, it caters to both the past and the future with analog and digital outputs, which means you can hook it up to anything from a vintage 13-inch CRT monitor to a splashy 85-inch OLED TV. Plus, it’s equipped with modern features like NFC, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth.

According to Taki Udon, disc support will be included with the SuperDock, although it’s not shown in the promotional images. This means you can dig out your old PlayStation One disc collection. Additional features include four USB-A ports and a 2280 m.2 SSD bay for extra storage, offering a comprehensive and expandable setup.

In the world of gaming, nostalgia is a powerful draw, and this console is likely to appeal strongly to Millennials and older Gen X individuals who grew up with PlayStation One. Beyond that, though, it might even attract a new audience eager to explore gaming history or motivate tech-savvy individuals to embark on projects to preserve gaming heritage.

Now, if you’re considering a purchase for yourself or as a means to introduce these legendary titles to the younger crowd, the $149 price point is certainly appealing. However, it’s important to remember that you’ll need to supply controllers, memory cards, and any other peripherals yourself. For those interested in playing CDs and expanding memory, the SuperDock comes as an additional investment of $35.

So, the complete setup would roughly cost about $184. If you are inclined to go all-out with a truly authentic experience, think about picking up some inexpensive retro controllers or even a used, but functioning, 43-inch CRT TV, bringing the total package to around $250. It’s a small price for reliving your gaming childhood with an authentic experience.