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Sony PSone Laser Replacement with Extra Issues

Nix McRetro // 1st December 2013 // Repairs, Sony, YouTube

Swapping a laser over is pretty easy on these little fellas, the same method applies to all PlayStation 1 models (even the chubby ones). The only difference seems to be the cable length. I’m sure there’s more going on under the hood, but chances are your laser is a clone... Continue reading

Sony PlayStation Junk CD Decks - The Discovery

Nix McRetro // 1st December 2013 // Repairs, Sony, YouTube

Part one of two, I made two videos on this after thinking I had lost one. The good news is, I found it! Also be cautious of eBay seller! A few bad apples ruin it for the rest as always! For the bottom line… it’s a darned rat race! Continue reading

The Theme from Sega Channel Japan

Nix McRetro // 1st December 2013 // Gaming, Sega, YouTube

Rock out to Sega Channel Japan with this fantastic video and slideshow! Pulled directly from the audio jack of a Mega Drive Model 1 HDG into my Canon EOS 600D camera. Don’t forget to like, subscribe and comment! Continue reading

EarthBound for SNES Completed on a Nintendo DS Lite

Nix McRetro // 30th November 2013 // Gaming, Nintendo, YouTube

After I nuked my SNES save game… I realised I wanted to backup my save games! Emulation does come in handy once in a while, that and I couldn’t be tethered to the TV screen for half a week while I play the game day in, day out. Anyway, here... Continue reading

Cleaning the Sony PSone Eject Mechanism Button

Nix McRetro // 30th November 2013 // Hacks, Repairs, Sony

Mary Poppins would be proud, shining up the old PSone eject mechanism button. No idea what Mary Poppins is? Shame on you! (or maybe your parents!) Continue reading