If you could develop a game for any retro console, what console would you develop for?

[Kane99]

If you had the skills to develop your own game, but could only develop for an older or retro console, what one would you choose to develop for any why?

I think it would be fun to make an NES game or maybe something for the SNES. But what console would you be into developing for?

[Lens]

That's a great question you asked. If I was given the chance to choose a retro console to actually develop a game for, I would definitely choose the Sega Genesis.

[JennyorAlice]

I would do Super Mario Bros. 3 from the NES console.  It's one of my favorite games from a retro console. 

[HowHammerYou]

I'd develop a 32-bit 2D RPG for the NeoGeo AES, then port it to the Sega Saturn later. 32-bit was the pinnacle of 2D graphics, and the RPGs made for those consoles have a special beauty that earlier and later consoles just can't replicate.

[Ravenfreak]

Either the Genesis or Master System. I know the inner workings of the Master System more than the Genesis. I mod the 8-bit Sonic games on the Master System, but to be honest with you I do better modifying existing code rather than writing code from scratch. Fun thing is about the Master System, there is a C compiler so you don't have to write your code in z80 assembler if you don't want to!

[Lens]

8 hours ago, Ravenfreak said:

Either the Genesis or Master System. I know the inner workings of the Master System more than the Genesis. I mod the 8-bit Sonic games on the Master System, but to be honest with you I do better modifying existing code rather than writing code from scratch. Fun thing is about the Master System, there is a C compiler so you don't have to write your code in z80 assembler if you don't want to!

I love modifying existing code becuase it's definitely a great way to learn and to also improve. And the fact that there's a C compiler available for the Master System, it makes it even more accessible and easier to work with.

 

 

[Button]

That's a great question @Kane99 . It's going to be an amazing experience. Sega Genesis can leverage on its dedicated fan base to contribute to its library.

 

[Lens]

On 7/31/2024 at 7:09 AM, Button said:

That's a great question @Kane99 . It's going to be an amazing experience. Sega Genesis can leverage on its dedicated fan base to contribute to its library.

 

I think I'd have to go with the Game Boy Advance (GBA) becuase it’s my retro console of choice. The GBA's portability and versatility is mankes it a better choice due to its unique opportunities. 

 

[Scorpion]

I'd choose the Sega Genesis. Its 16-bit graphics and iconic sound create a nostalgic charm, perfect for unique game ideas.