SuperStation One Console Mode Beta Arrives

For retro fans in England and beyond, Taki Udon’s SuperStation One is starting to feel a lot more like a proper console. The FPGA-based PlayStation 1 system is rolling out its Console Mode beta this week, giving the machine a dedicated user interface rather than the more hands-on setup many MiSTer users will know.

According to Time Extension, the beta includes RetroAchievements support, artwork scraping, a screenshot viewer, and the option to use captured images as wallpaper. It also supports user themes, which should make the front end feel a little more personal.

The SuperStation One itself is available to pre-order for $180, while the Super Dock costs an extra $40. The dock is needed if you want to play original PlayStation 1 discs, since it expands the system’s physical media support.

What makes the project stand out is its link to the MiSTer FPGA platform. That gives the SuperStation One the flexibility to run other cores as well, even though it is being sold first and foremost as a PlayStation 1-focused machine. For players who like FPGA accuracy but do not want to spend ages configuring a setup, that is a strong pitch.

It is also a sign that the FPGA scene is moving further towards plug-and-play hardware. A cleaner interface, better artwork handling and built-in achievement support all point to a more polished experience, which may help bring more people into the space without losing the appeal for long-time tinkerers.

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Originally published by Time Extension. Read the original article for full details.