SNES Revival: Retro Remake Teases FPGA Super Nintendo with Global Design

Ever wished you could play your favorite SNES classics on a modern, FPGA-powered console that actually looks the part? Well, Retro Remake might just have you covered. The company behind the SuperStation One (a PS1 FPGA console) has just teased its next project: a Super Nintendo FPGA system, codenamed 'Codename SSNT/SuperFPGA'. And if you're a retro enthusiast outside the US, there's some good news for you too.

The teaser came via a tweet from Taki Udon, the founder of Retro Remake. He shared a close-up of what looks like a SNES reset switch with the tagline "It's time to run it back." That's a pretty clear hint that their next FPGA system will be Super Nintendo-shaped. But whether it's a standalone console or an add-on for the existing SuperStation One is still up in the air. The images suggest it's a new unit, though, since the reset button has a lower-profile design and an altered font—authentic touches that imply a full-on SNES replica.

What's really got people talking is the regional support. While most retro hardware makers seem to think everyone's SNES looked like a purple-and-grey box (looking at you, US model), Retro Remake is already thinking globally. In response to pleas not to just make it "look like a USA SNES," Taki Udon said, "Don't worry, we have all regions covered," and revealed a grey button inspired by the PAL Super Nintendo and Super Famicom. So whether you grew up with the European/Australian PAL design or the Japanese Super Famicom, you're not left out.

Now, you might be thinking: didn't Analogue already do this with the SuperNT? Well, yes, but that premium remake has been out of stock for quite a while. So it makes sense for Retro Remake to fill that gap rather than compete with something like the Analogue 3D (which is for N64). Plus, if you're a Sega fan like me, you might be a bit bummed that there's no Genesis/Mega Drive in the works—calls for that have been met with a "not yet." But hey, Retro Remake is clearly on a roll.

Just last week, they announced a $25 SuperStation Memory Card with a built-in screen, which does the same Free McBoot tricks on PS1 and PS2 as the PSXMemcard Gen 2. That's a neat little accessory for PlayStation fans. And with the SuperStation One still in testing (I'm hoping to get one for a spin soon!), it's clear the company is keeping busy.

So, what does this mean for you? If you've been holding out for a modern way to play SNES cartridges or ROMs with authentic hardware feel, this could be your chance. And if you're outside the US, you won't be stuck with a design that doesn't match your childhood memories. It's a promising step for retro gaming preservation and accessibility.

What do you think? Are you excited for a new FPGA SNES, or would you rather see a Genesis/Mega Drive first? Let us know in the comments!