Classic Game Room - RETRON 5 console review

Classic Game Room reviews the Hyperkin Retron 5 video game system that plays Sega Genesis. Super Nintendo, NES, Famicom, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, Game Boy, Super Famicom and Sega Master System games through HDMI using magic... or something. The Retron 5 is a hotbed of controversy because it plays games digitally instead of using analog outputs like a real Super Nintendo, Sega Genesis or anything else made in the 20th century. The games are incredibly sharp and crystal clear with that "emulated" look, although the Retro 5 gives many filter and scan line options. It works with Super Nintendo, NES and Sega Genesis controllers which is great because the wireless controller that comes with the Retron 5 is garbage. CGR Hyperkin Retron 5 video review features gameplay from a wide variety of games being played on Retron 5. It works well with Gameboy and even plays Super Famicom and PAL Super NIntendo games!

[Old_Man_Jay]

"Just screw it all! buy a Neo Geo!"

Great words from a great man.

[FreakinPeanuts]

In my opinion this has a place. I may have the old systems and games and controllers but this is one system i can hook up and have all my games for casual play. Less clutter attached to my tv is a great thing. I do agree all of these new controllers blow.

[strangevision]

I think the only controversy is the way they stole and profited off other peoples work, namely the emulators they used.

[jrez]

I knew this would be a good review, and you didn't disappoint. Thanks!!

[randomjunkies]

Soylant Green!! Rabbits love people. I lost it after that

[bluefoxtv]

This system is meant for those who wish to enjoy some of there favorite old games with out having to buy an old console and CRT TV. 

[SeekerLancer]

I'm a fan of the Retron 5 for its convenience. If I ever want the real experience the consoles are there, but for all other times I can keep the Retron 5 hooked up in my living room and save whenever I want. The HD output is fantastic as well.

[BrianTBooher]

I bought one back in June of 2014. I found it to be a good way to enjoy those old game while condensing all those consoles into one unit. Output to HDMI was find with me.
I now have on my gaming shelf the ability to cover all the generations of video game consoles of the past 30 years.

[EsquireFox]

There is one major advantage to owning a Retron 5. With a recent update, you can play English translations on your actual Japanese cartridges with the help of translation patches. The Retron 5 dumps the ROM from the cartridge and applies the patch on start up. I was able to play through Seiken Densetsu 3 in English, then load the save back on to the cartridge after I beat it. This alone makes the Retron 5 completely worth it as it gives me the justification to collect more Japanese games.

[Feelin_DanDy]

The big thing is it's convenience. If you want to play all your oldschool games on your big screen HD TV. Also you never have to use that horrid controller, you can use any controller (NES/SNES/GEN) to navigate the menus.

[googleBot]

THERE IS IT AGAIN! Had the message for this video in my inbox a few days earlier. I couldn't find it on your channel when I later checked though.

[tomaccok]

The sound that controller makes made my day!

[MasterMayhem]

I'm a classic/retro gamer, and an everyday gamer. This system fits me like a glove. HD, save states, multiple console support. Sure there's a few minor issues but what clone console doesn't have a few issues. My vintage systems are getting old and need to be retired, that's where this comes in. It shouldn't matter how you enjoy your games. I love how my 25 year old games can look like new again.

[cloudlockheart]

Nice Mark! I've been waiting for your review ever since.

[johnesco]

What I love about my Retron 5 is using the save and load buttons right on the controller to help me beat games I've never gotten to the end of before. My first games I tried on it was GB: Pokemon Yellow, GBA: River City Ransom, SNES: U.N. squadron, NES: Pinbot.  I haven't tried it with the native controllers and yea the controler that comes with it needs an upgrade. I also like the filters it will add to soften the pixels or add scanlines to give it a very authentic feel. I've never really owned a Genesis and don't have any games, but my local used game store has plenty and I can't wait to buy my first Genesis game. 

[OldPeepaw]

"I don't have an engineering term for you. I draw a comic book about a squid that flies through space" 

= )) You sir are the best

[orijimi]

What is the game at 4:19? I thought Roundabout came up with that concept.

[lunitaproductions]

RETRON CD
Turbo cd, Sega CD, Satrun, 3do, juaguar cd, PS1, Dreamcast & PS2.

[gideonwaxfarb]

'Why would you stop playing Thunderforce 2?' Well, if they had a 2-in-1 cart with Thunderforce 2 and Truxton, you might have a point. But otherwise? Come on, Mark :)

[HibHab]

On the other hand I think controversy shouldn't be viewed as positive. They stole someone else's emulator work, put it on their systems, which they sell for profit. That's bad.