Multi System Adapter
This is the first working prototype of the upcoming multi-system adapter. This all-in-one solution is intended to be an alternative to separate modules for each system. This module is technically capable of connecting to almost all retro consoles and computers via adapter cables. It also features USB and Bluetooth connectivity, allowing it to connect to newer systems and hardware.
Another planned feature is the translation of controller data from one system to another. This should make it possible, for example, to play games on a retro console with a modern controller (USB/Bluetooth) or to play games on a PC or MiSTer with an original retro controller (adapter).
This is the prototype of an adapter cable for the C64. As soon as the adapter is plugged in and the C64 is switched on, the adapter recognizes the system and loads the corresponding profile. In the case of a C64, this is a 3-button profile with autofire functionality.
Kickstarter campaign
As soon as the initial development is complete, there will be a Kickstarter campaign for this adapter. It will be available in three versions:
– As a module for the Multi System Arcade Stick
– As a plug & play circuit board for your own projects
– As a pluggable circuit board for 3rd party joysticks
Development status for Kickstarter
The development status of each individual connection is divided into 5 stages:
– (0%) Not started
– (20%) All requirements known
– (40%) Hardware built (if needed)
– (60%) Software in development
– (80%) Software ready and in the testing stage
– (100%) Tests successfully completed
Open Source and further development
Once the aforementioned connectors are implemented, the complete software is finished, and everything is fully documented, there will be Kickstarter campaigns for an Arcade Stick and this adapter.
If the Kickstarter campaigns are successful, everything will be available for purchase as kits and fully assembled. At that point, everything will be completely open source, and everyone can contribute to its further development.
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