{"product_id":"gamedrive-for-atari-7800-console-game-development-testing-cartridge-retro-hq","title":"GameDrive for Atari 7800 console game development \u0026 testing cartridge | Retro HQ","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Compatible with Atari 7800 console\u003cbr\u003e- Supports up to 32GB Fat 32 memory\u003cbr\u003e- Allows homebrew game testing and playing\u003cbr\u003e- Play all software using a single cartridge\u003cbr\u003e- Micro SD card required (not included)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe RetroHQ Atari 7800 GameDrive is an essential tool for retro game enthusiasts and developers alike, bringing your latest creations to life on original hardware. With a convenient microSD card slot, this versatile cartridge lets you easily load, test, and play software directly on the Atari 7800 console. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can also use the GameDrive to explore a growing library of license-free, open-source games, as the renewed interest in retro gaming continues to inspire enthusiasts to create exciting new projects. It's the perfect companion for testing fresh ideas and enjoying classic gameplay with ease.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 7800GD has all the additional audio support you'll ever need, including DUAL POKEY compatible audio, YM2151 compatible audio, COVOX compatible audio for sampled sound and BupChip compatible audio for blasting sampled music.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt also features a unique RGB video and audio out port on the cartridge iteself allowing you to play software titles in glorious RGB using a compatible Mega Drive 2 style video cable!*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs if all of this wasn't enough, the 7800GD also allows you to break into your games, save your state, load previous states, enable cheats or just return to the main menu and load another software title. And to make all of this even easier, there is also the Mega 7800 which allows you to use Mega Drive and MasterSystem controllers on the 7800 and access game breaking features at the touch of a button!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoftware developers can test code on the fly thanks to the built in serial port on the side, which allows you to upload and run code directly from a PC. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7800Basic has support for uploading to the 7800GD and will have support for using the Mega 7800 within your own homebrew games!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* Please note: The 7800GD only provides an RGB video output, only RGB SCART and component video cables are compatible. Composite video cables will not work. Many modern televisions have issues with video signals from old consoles like the 7800, for best compatibility a CRT is recommended or a good quality up-scaler such as the RetroTink5x Pro when used with a modern television. Other upscalers can work, but will be very dependant on your speicifc television\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo play software on the Atari 7800 console, they must first be loaded onto a micro SD card using a PC or Mac capable of working in Fat 16 or Fat 32 format.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAny memory card up to 32GB in size can be used with the 7800 cart as long as it is FAT16 or FAT32 formatted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardware Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAtari 7800, NTSC and PAL\u003cbr\u003eFAT16 or FAT32 memory cards\u003cbr\u003eHigh Score Cartridge (HSC) Support\u003cbr\u003ePOKEY audio\u003cbr\u003eYM2151 audio\u003cbr\u003eCOVOX audio\u003cbr\u003eBupChip audio\u003cbr\u003eMega 7800 support\u003cbr\u003eSerial debug port for developers\u003cbr\u003eCRT's and good upscalers (RetroTink5x Pro recommended)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware Compatibility:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWide support - extensively tested for compatibility\u003cbr\u003eNon-ARM based homebrew\u003cbr\u003eNo compatibility issues known\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInsert the memory card into the 7800GD, then insert the cartridge ito the game slot and power on your console, the cartridge will boot to the software title selection screen. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe menu screen displays the folders and recognised files on your memory card, allowing you to navigate the folder structure and select a title to play.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eFirmware Updates:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeriodically you may wish to check for firmware updates. To do this, press the start button when instructed to do so as the cartridge is booting. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA screen similar to the initial firmware setup screen will be displayed with QR code and website address. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEither scan the QR code or visit the website manually to check for a firmware update.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUpdates to the firmware will be available from the RetroHQ website if required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003eLEGAL NOTICE: Product Use Disclaimer and Limitations of Liability\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#000000\"\u003eUSE OF THIS PRODUCT\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis product is intended exclusively for homebrew development and the use of legally obtained, open-source software. It is designed to support independent developers and hobbyists who wish to create and play original content on retro gaming consoles. We do not condone, support, or encourage the use of this product for piracy or any form of copyright infringement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOPYRIGHTED CONTENT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDownloading or playing copies of games, software or other media without the copyright holder’s permission may violate copyright laws in your country, even if you own the original version. Please ensure that any media used with this product complies fully with local copyright laws.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBACK-UP AND PERSONAL USE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn some jurisdictions, creating personal back-ups of games is permitted, while in others it may be restricted. Using ROMs of games that you did not personally back up, even if you own a physical copy, may infringe on the copyright holder’s rights, we advise all customers to familiarize themselves with local laws and restrictions before using any back-up media.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLIMITED SUPPORT\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur customer support for this product is limited to legitimate uses, such as homebrew development or playing authorized open-source games, we do not provide support for any other use of this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eMODIFICATION \u0026amp; USE\u003c\/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAny unauthorized modification or use of this product outside its intended purpose will void all manufacturer and retailer warranties. This product should be used only as intended, any other use is unsupported and may result in damage or functionality issues.","brand":"Retro HQ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45031488913660,"sku":"300767","price":183.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1810\/1427\/files\/gamedrive-for-atari-7800-console-game-development-testing-cartridge-retro-hq300767retro-hq-108805.jpg?v=1741475259","url":"https:\/\/www.zedlabz.com\/en-us\/products\/gamedrive-for-atari-7800-console-game-development-testing-cartridge-retro-hq","provider":"ZedLabz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}