Analogue's Super Nt Plus and Mega Sg Plus Add USB-C and Bluetooth for $220

What the Plus versions add over the originals

The Super Nt Plus and Mega Sg Plus keep the FPGA-based cartridge playback of the originals but modernize the connectivity and design.

Analogue's original Super Nt and Mega Sg earned a following for playing real SNES and Genesis cartridges through an FPGA chip that recreates the original hardware rather than emulating it. The new Plus models, announced today, keep that core intact but fix the biggest annoyances: dongles and outdated ports.

The most visible change is a USB-C port for power, so you can use the same cable you already have for your phone or laptop. There's also a USB-A port for peripherals. For controllers, both consoles now have built-in Bluetooth and a low-latency 2.4GHz wireless connection, eliminating the need for a separate dongle. Wired controllers still work, and you can power on the console remotely using whatever gamepad is connected as the primary controller.

Analogue also says cartridges can now be hot-swapped without fully powering down the console, as long as you quit the game through the menu first. That's a small quality-of-life improvement that makes swapping games less of a chore.

• USB-C power port
• USB-A port for peripherals
• Built-in Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless for controllers
• Hot-swap cartridge support
• Reworked industrial design

FPGA cores and cartridge support carry over

Both consoles continue to use an FPGA processor to play original SNES and Genesis cartridges, with no emulation involved.

The Super Nt Plus and Mega Sg Plus are not emulation boxes. They use an FPGA (field-programmable gate array) to mimic the original hardware at the circuit level, which means games run with the same timing and compatibility as on real consoles. That's the same approach Analogue used for the original Super Nt and Mega Sg, and it's why they've been popular among retro enthusiasts who want accuracy without hunting down a working original console.

The Plus models still output at 1080p, not 4K. Analogue's more recent Analogue 3D, which plays Nintendo 64 games, does support 4K, but the company hasn't brought that to the 16-bit line yet. For most people playing on a modern TV, 1080p is fine, but if you were hoping for a 4K upgrade, it's not here.

Pricing and release date

Both consoles cost $219.99 and will be available for preorder on October 19, with shipping expected in December.

Analogue will open preorders for both the Super Nt Plus and Mega Sg Plus on October 19 at 9AM PT / 11AM ET. The price is $219.99 for either model, and shipping is expected to start in December. That's a $30 increase over the original Super Nt's $189.99 launch price, but you're getting built-in wireless and modern ports that previously required extra purchases.

As with most Analogue products, availability is likely to be limited. The company has a history of selling out quickly and then taking months to restock. If you want one, set a reminder for the preorder window.

Availability and pricing for US, UK, and EU

Analogue ships internationally, but the $219.99 price is in US dollars and doesn't include shipping, import duties, or local taxes. For UK and EU buyers, expect to pay VAT and customs fees on top, which can add a significant amount. The company hasn't announced specific UK or EU pricing or a local release date, so the US preorder on October 19 is currently the only confirmed option.

If you're outside the US, it's worth waiting for Analogue to clarify international shipping details before preordering, as the final cost could be considerably higher than the sticker price.

The Super Nt Plus and Mega Sg Plus are thoughtful updates that modernize Analogue's 16-bit consoles without compromising their FPGA accuracy. At $219.99, they're not cheap, but for cartridge collectors who want a hassle-free way to play on modern TVs, they're the best option yet. Just be ready to preorder quickly on October 19.