Analogue 3D Shipping Date Announced: FPGA N64 Console Pre-Orders Begin November 18th

Analogue 3D Shipping Date Announced: FPGA N64 Console Pre-Orders Begin November 18th After a series of delays and heightened anticipation, Analogue has officially confirmed that its next-generation FPGA-based Nintendo 64 console, the Analogue 3D, will begin shipping pre-orders on November 18th, 2024.

This news marks a significant milestone for Analogue, a developer renowned for its high-quality, FPGA-powered retro consoles, and for retro gaming enthusiasts who have been eagerly awaiting the system's arrival. Analogue first introduced the Analogue 3D to considerable fanfare earlier in 2024 by promising 100% compatibility with the original Nintendo 64 cartridge library—including both PAL and NTSC formats—and the ability to output visuals in crisp 4K.

These ambitious features generated widespread excitement within the gaming industry and retro community.

However, since its announcement, the console’s release timeline faced numerous setbacks, with several missed launch windows and only minimal public reveals of the device in action. Now, Analogue has confirmed that all customers who placed pre-orders—whether at launch in October 2024 or in the subsequent weeks—can expect their Analogue 3D units to begin shipping starting November 18th.

In a company statement shared via social media and press channels, Analogue emphasized its commitment to delivering the highest-quality retro gaming experience possible and acknowledged the patience shown by its customer base during the delay. "We appreciate our community’s support and understanding as we worked to perfect the Analogue 3D," Analogue representatives stated.

"We are excited to fulfill pre-orders and bring this next evolution of FPGA gaming to fans around the world." The Analogue 3D is set at a retail price of $249.99 and was made available in both black and white color variants.

As of this announcement, both models have sold out, highlighting the demand and enthusiasm for high-quality, modern retro gaming hardware tailored for collectors and purists alike.

If you have not yet secured a console, Analogue advises that additional units will be announced post-launch. The journey to the Analogue 3D’s release has not been without its challenges.

Despite early skepticism within the retro gaming circles—primarily over the device’s prolonged release schedule and limited hands-on demonstrations—the company’s strong track record with platforms like the Analogue Pocket and Super Nt has reinforced consumer confidence.

The coming weeks will reveal whether the Analogue 3D meets the lofty expectations set by its specifications and Analogue's reputation. As pre-orders prepare to ship, the Analogue 3D stands poised to become a seminal release for retro hardware aficionados and Nintendo 64 fans, further strengthening Analogue’s position as a leader in the FPGA gaming console market.

For the latest updates, consumers are advised to watch Analogue’s official channels and sign up for notifications on restocks and future releases.

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