In a nutshell: Retro Remake is now accepting pre-orders for the SuperStation One, an open-source FPGA clone of Sony’s PS One console (itself, a redesigned version of the original PlayStation). Billed as the world’s first affordable FPGA console, the SuperStation One closely resembles what you’d image an official PS One remake to look like. The front features a pair of controller ports and memory card slots that support original hardware, along with a USB Type-A port. Power and menu buttons are located on top of the console.
Around back, you’ll find USB-C power, two more USB Type-A ports, an HDMI port, a DIN10 connector, a VGA port, an analog audio jack and an Ethernet port. Component connections are located on the right side, opposite composite and a digital audio port on the left.
As for internals, the Cyclone V FPG is paired with 128MB of BGA SDRAM and a 24-Bit ADV7125 Video DAC. There is also built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, as well as an NFC reader with support for Zaparoo to simplify game loading. Retro Remake even boasts support for active or passive cooling, but details on this are limited right now.
Introducing the SuperStation one. An open-source PS1 FPGA gaming console that supports original games, memory cards, and controllers. Load games from a disk or a backup. Region free. Supports all MiSTer FPGA cores, including N64 & Sega Saturn.
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The retro machine is meant to play PlayStation games, but since the hardware supports the MiSTer FPGA platform, you can simply load up a core and play games from other platforms like the Nintendo 64 and the Sega Saturn.
One key feature that is noticeably absent is a disc drive. Retro Remake is working on an optional accessory called the SuperDock that mounts under the console and adds a tray-loading optical drive, an internal m.2 2282 slot, and four additional USB Type-A ports.
The SuperStation One is available to pre-order now starting at $179.99 in your choice of classic grey, black, or transparent blue (a Founder’s Edition for $149.99 has already sold out). A $5 deposit will also get your name on the list for the SuperDock, which is expected to cost around $40.
The first wave of units are expected to ship by the fourth quarter of 2025.
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