The Open Source Cartridge Reader (OSCR) is a versatile tool designed to help preserve video game cartridges and save data. Developed by Sanni and the community, this device allows users to back up ROM files and save games from a wide range of vintage consoles. Here's a detailed look at its features and benefits:Key FeaturesSupported Systems: The OSCR supports numerous systems, including NES, SNES, Nintendo 64, Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, Sega Genesis, and more. Additional systems can be supported with adapters. Functionality: It enables users to dump ROMs and save files directly to an SD card without

The Open Source Cartridge Reader (OSCR) is a versatile tool designed to help preserve video game cartridges and save data. Developed by Sanni and the community, this device allows users to back up ROM files and save games from a wide range of vintage consoles.

  • xenoclast@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    3 months ago

    At this point are there any cartridges on earth I couldn’t find a torrent of in about 2 mins on Google? They’d have to be deliberately being kept for rarity.

    • Psythik@lemmy.world
      English
      13·
      2 months ago

      Yeah honestly, what is the point of these devices when literally every retro game ever already has a perfect 1:1 dump available for instant download all over the internet? Why are new cartridge dumping devices still being produced? Even the rarest of rare games have easily-obtainable ROMs available. Who are these meant for?

        • xenoclast@lemmy.worldEnglish
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          2 months ago

          That’s pretty neat about save games, actually… but this seems like a service tool not a purchase for everyone.

          I definitely believe there are a few handfuls of games out there that need dumps. Most of them are owned by collectors who don’t want the value of their collection to go down. Eventually they’ll die and we’ll get those too.