DreamBlaster X2GS Review. A New MIDI Challenger? James Mackenzie 2021-09-11 | DreamBlaster X2GS is a WaveBlaster-compatible soundcard supporting 2 soundbanks: 1 user bank and 1 pre-loaded X2GS bank. The preloaded X2GS bank is officially licensed from Roland, perfect for DOS gaming.More info:http://www.jamesfmackenzie.com/2021/10/02/dreamblaster-x2-x2gs-a-new-midi-challengerChapters:00:00 - X2GS Hardware Overview01:04 - Hardware Installation01:42 - Switching MIDI Output02:25 - Canyon.mid with FM Synth02:58 - Canyon.mid with X2GS04:22 - Duke Nukem 3D06:03 - Dark Forces08:23 - Doom10:35 - Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness11:58 - Super Street Fighter II Turbo14:36 - Conclusion15:04 - Dune II: The Building of a Dynasty17:54 - Screamer18:56 - The Lost Vikings20:50 - The Secret of Monkey Island
I Made Half-Life 2 Work on Raspberry Pi! James Mackenzie 2024-10-19 | It's common to use Raspberry Pi for home automation or as a media center.But we should use it for Half-Life 2, right? Let's try!Chapters:0:00 Introduction0:31 Source Engine Source Code0:47 Turbo Charging the Pi1:20 Compiling the Code2:17 Transferring Game Data2:55 The Moment of Truth!6:45 Closing Thoughts7:10 Bonus Gameplay
This Fully Functional PC Fits on a Single Card! James Mackenzie 2024-10-05 | Today we’re looking at something a bit different!This is a Pentium III Single Board Computer. It's a whole PC with RAM, graphics, chipset, everything - crammed into a single board.And we’ll use this to (hopefully!) build a retro gaming PC. Enjoy!Chapters:0:00 Introduction0:35 What is a Single Board Computer?2:01 The Challenge2:19 System Overview4:11 Jumper Configuration4:47 Connect Everything Together5:03 Power It Up!7:00 Keyboard, Mouse and Storage7:32 ISA Sound Card8:04 Memory and Sound Check8:29 Gameplay! Commander Keen 49:33 More Gameplay! Tyrian 200010:39 DOS Performance Testing11:39 SVGA Gaming: Duke Nukem 3D13:47 Windows 98 Setup14:16 Windows 98 System Check14:39 Adding a Voodoo 3 PCI15:00 Direct3D Test: 3DMark15:17 OpenGL Test: Quake II16:04 Glide Test: Unreal17:23 Glide in DOS: Tomb Raider18:45 Closing Thoughts
ITX Llama Part 2: A Sonic Supercharge James Mackenzie 2024-09-21 | Using the humble Raspberry Pi to add Roland MT-32 synth support to the awesome ITX Llama PC.This is a follow-up to last week's full review on the ITX Llama:youtube.com/watch?v=ogHqmjn6sY4Chapters:0:00 Introduction0:24 The Roland MT-321:07 The Problem: Availability1:23 Raspberry Pi Rescue1:39 Installing the Pi2:24 MT-32 Test4:56 Switch to FluidSynth5:27 General MIDI Test6:11 Closing Thoughts
ITX Llama: A Brand New PC for 1990s DOS Games! James Mackenzie 2024-09-07 | The ITX Llama is a brand new PC, purpose built for playing old DOS games with no compromises.The genius behind this machine is Eivind Bohler. Find more details on the Vogons forum here:vogons.org/viewtopic.php?t=93480I really love the ITX Llama! And I think you'll love it too. Enjoy!Chapters:0:00 Introduction0:45 The Sound Challenge1:11 A Solution: Vortex862:14 Hardware Overview3:58 Building the Board5:08 Flashing the BIOS5:50 BIOS Overview6:45 Prepare MicroSD Card7:52 Does it Boot?8:20 Mount USB Disk9:11 Testing Sound Blaster Audio10:37 Performance11:09 Slowing the CPU12:38 OPL3 Upgrade14:43 WaveBlaster Audio16:44 HDD Clicker17:15 Closing Thoughts17:41 Thanks Eivind!
How To Get Cheap PS Vita Games in 2024 James Mackenzie 2024-06-29 | It’s 2024, and physical PS Vita games are getting more and more expensive. And although the digital store is still open, games rarely go on sale.BUT, you can still pick up bargains by seeking out discounted “cross buy” titles for the PS4/PS5. Enjoy!
Square Enix Still Sells New PS2 Games James Mackenzie 2024-06-22 | I recently bought a brand new PlayStation 2 game, direct from the Square Enix online store!Taking a browse, I saw:- Kingdom Heats Re:Chain Of Memories- Kingdom Hearts II- Final Fantasy XII- Final Fantasy X-2Find the store linked here:na.store.square-enix-games.comEnjoy!
Final Fantasy X: Why the PlayStation 2 Version is Best James Mackenzie 2024-06-15 | I recently played the FFX HD remaster on PC – and it just didn't look right.Comparing screenshots online, it looks like Square changed the character models. And at least for me, it's quite a big downgrade ...
How to Build Commander Keen in WebAssembly - Step by Step! James Mackenzie 2024-06-07 | A deep dive follow-up to last week's video on porting Commander Keen to WebAssembly.I'll go step by step on how to setup your dev environment and port Keen to run in the web browser.Last week's video:youtu.be/H4GlVWbB3rYPlay Commander Keen online here:jamesfmackenzie.com/chocolatekeenChapters:00:00 Intro00:26 Recap00:44 Dev Environment Setup01:08 Download Chocolate Keen01:45 Install Linux Build Tools02:10 Build for Linux02:34 Run for Linux02:56 Install Emscripten04:15 Update Makefile04:40 Fix SDL Build Failure06:09 Run Keen for WebAssembly06:26 Why Does the Code Freeze?07:21 Fix the Freezing Issue with Asyncify08:30 We Can't Load Level Data08:46 About Emscripten Packaging09:07 Preloading Level Data09:48 It Works!10:48 Conclusion
I Ported Commander Keen to the Web Browser James Mackenzie 2024-06-01 | I used WebAssembly to port id software classic Commander Keen to the web browser.Play it here!https://www.jamesfmackenzie.com/choco...No emulators, no tricks, this is a web native version of Keen that runs on both desktop and mobile browsers.Enjoy!
I Supercharged This Old Mac for AAA Gaming James Mackenzie 2024-05-04 | I recently bought this 14 year old Mac Pro 5,1 from eBay. It’s tricked out with modern graphics, SSD storage and 48 *gigabytes* of RAM. Let’s check it out!Chapters:0:00 Introduction0:18 Mac Pro Passion1:17 An eBay Find1:25 Tech Specs2:12 Baseline Performance Tests3:01 Let's Upgrade!4:52 Boosted Performance5:34 Large Language Models6:18 A Borderlands Blunder6:40 A New GPU!7:28 GPU Installation8:14 Testing AAA Games8:55 Apple Arcade9:21 Windows 11 for PC Gaming10:01 Cyberpunk 207711:12 Closing Thoughts
Does this Arcade Machine Voodoo 3 work on PC? James Mackenzie 2024-02-16 | I recently bought this 3dfx Voodoo 3 for CHEAP - less than $100.It's actually pulled from an arcade machine, but does it work on a regular PC? Let's find out.
I Built a MONSTER Retro PC for $92 James Mackenzie 2023-12-16 | My contribution to #DOScember. I was able to build a cheap and very capable #retrogaming PC for only $92. Enjoy!The machine:- Dell Optiplex 380- Core 2 Duo @ 3.06Ghz- 4GB RAM- 500GB HDDUpgrades:- ATi Radeon X800 XL (PCIe version)- DCS S81X S817 sound card (Yamaha YMF724 version)- Dell PS/2 RS232 Serial COM Port cardWindows 98 patches:- Rudy Loew’s PTCHSATA - http://lonecrusader.x10host.com/rloew/ptchsata.html- LoneCrusader’s INF files - http://lonecrusader.x10host.com/intel_inf.html
3Dfx Voodoo2 on a Modern PC! (FAQs Answered) James Mackenzie 2023-07-08 | Previously, I had a huge breakthrough! Using a PCI-e to PCI adapter, I was able to connect my old 3dfx Voodoo2 to a modern PC running Windows 10.This time, I address your top questions and requests. Enjoy!Previous video:youtu.be/0s6IoQXBJNo
I made 3Dfx Voodoo2 work on a modern PC! James Mackenzie 2023-04-15 | A breakthrough! Using a PCI-e to PCI adapter, I was able to connect my old 3dfx Voodoo 2 to a modern PC running Windows 10.64-bit Voodoo2 drivers:https://www.3dfxzone.it/enboard/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=31260Fix for mapmem issue:https://www.3dfxzone.it/enboard/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=644
3Dfx Voodoo2 on a Modern PC! #shorts James Mackenzie 2023-04-11 | A breakthrough! Using a PCI-e to PCI adapter to connect the Voodoo2 to a modern PC. Full video coming soon!
Final Reality | 4K 2160p James Mackenzie 2023-04-09 | Do you remember the Final Reality 3D benchmark? With a bit of convincing, I was able to install this old benchmark on my modern PC and get a good video capture.It all started in May 1997, when a team of developers at Remedy Entertainment released the Final Reality benchmark, in cooperation with VNU Labs.The same team went on to build 3DMark – the iconic benchmark software and staple of PC gaming setups for over two decades.Hope this is a great memory for you. Enjoy the demo!
How To Install SBEMU on a Bootable USB Stick James Mackenzie 2023-03-19 | SBEMU is an awesome new DOS program that emulates a Sound Blaster card.It allows you to play DOS games, with sound effects and FM audio *natively on modern hardware* - no Sound Blaster required!If you have an Intel ICH chipset or Intel High Definition audio, it should just work.Here's how to get started.Grab SBEMU here:github.com/crazii/SBEMURufus is available here:https://rufus.ie/en/CONFIG.SYS——DOS=HIGHDEVICE=jemmex.exeAUTOEXEC.BAT——jload qpiemu.dll hdpmi32i -r -x sbemuEnjoy!
SBEMU Just Killed Your DOS Gaming PC James Mackenzie 2023-03-12 | SBEMU is a new DOS program that emulates a Sound Blaster card. It uses its own sound handling code to playback DOS game audio natively on modern hardware – magic!If you have an Intel ICH chipset or Intel High Definition audio, it should just work.Amazing work by crazii. You can grab SBEMU here:github.com/crazii/SBEMU
DOOM MIDI Soundtrack | Roland Sound Canvas SC-55 James Mackenzie 2023-01-21 | Doom Episode 1 soundtrack OST running on mt32-pi. The mt32-pi is SoundFont-capable and uses FluidSynth software to support General MIDI, Roland GS, or even Yamaha XG MIDI. Recorded using Roland Sound Canvas SC-55 SoundFonts.Learn more about the mt32-pi here:youtu.be/9TI6cYEtwLECompare to the DOOM MIDI soundtrack recorded on DreamBlaster X2GS:youtu.be/F4ZElUe7ThYEnjoy!Chapters:00:00 - At Doom's Gate (E1M1)00:51 - The Imp's Song (E1M2)02:57 - Dark Halls (E1M3)06:40 - Hiding the Secrets (E1M9)09:33 - Kitchen Ace (And Taking Names) (E1M4)12:17 - Suspense (E1M5)15:51 - On the Hunt (E1M6)20:58 - Demons on the Prey (E1M7)25:21 - Sign of Evil (E1M8)27:20 - The End of DOOM
DOOM MIDI Soundtrack | DreamBlaster X2GS James Mackenzie 2023-01-14 | The Doom Episode 1 OST soundtrack is excellent on the DreamBlaster X2GS wave blaster card. This daughter board leverages Roland GS SoundFonts and Roland Sound Canvas MIDI.Learn more about the X2GS here:youtu.be/5Zht_r96ulkCompare to the DOOM MIDI soundtrack recorded on:youtu.be/N3m68kAPn3MEnjoy!Chapters:00:00 - At Doom's Gate (E1M1)00:51 - The Imp's Song (E1M2)02:57 - Dark Halls (E1M3)06:40 - Hiding the Secrets (E1M9)09:33 - Kitchen Ace (And Taking Names) (E1M4)12:17 - Suspense (E1M5)15:51 - On the Hunt (E1M6)20:58 - Demons on the Prey (E1M7)25:21 - Sign of Evil (E1M8)27:20 - The End of DOOM
How to Install Windows XP from USB Flash Drive with Easy2Boot (2023) James Mackenzie 2023-01-07 | A super easy way to install Windows XP on system with no CD drive. Enjoy!Full Instructions:jamesfmackenzie.com/2023/01/08/install-windows-xp-from-usb-stick-flash-drive-with-easy2bootAlternative Setup With WinSetupFromUSB:youtu.be/bMq0KfjOCpcEasy2Boot Download:https://easy2boot.xyz/Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:26 - Download Easy2Boot0:44 - Prepare USB Install Media1:32 - Copy Windows XP ISO2:06 - Install Windows XP (Part 1)2:53 - Install Windows XP (Part 2)3:25 - Finalize Windows XP Setup
The NeGcon Twist Controller in Action James Mackenzie 2022-12-31 | The NeGcon is a motion-based video game controller manufactured in 1995 by Namco for the Sony PlayStation. One of the first third-party peripherals for the system, the controller is connected by a swivel joint, allowing the player to twist the halves relative to each other.For more info on NegCon check out this review video: youtu.be/2lC_dfZenH0Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:27 - Ridge Racer Gameplay
Install Guide: MiSTer Add-ons James Mackenzie 2022-12-24 | Add-on build guide for MiSTer FPGA:- USB hub- I/O board- Real-time clock- 128MB SDRAMChapters:0:00 - Intro0:20 - Add-on Assembly
3D Accelerating a Thin Client PC with Voodoo 2 James Mackenzie 2022-12-17 | A 3Dfx Voodoo 2 installed in an HP Compaq T5710 Thin Client PC? Could this be Windows 98 and DOS gaming nirvana?Chapters00:00 - Intro00:28 - Hardware Setup00:57 - Driver Install01:20 - Quake II Gameplay01:50 - Unreal Performance02:39 - Quake II Timedemo03:00 - 3dfx Donut Tech Demo03:08 - Tomb Raider DOS Gameplay04:06 - Closing ThoughtsLinks3fdxzone.it FastVoodoo2 4.6 drivers - https://www.3dfxzone.it/dir/news/3dfx/fastvoodoo2_4.6/
The Best MIDI Music for MiSTer FPGA | PI-MIDI James Mackenzie 2022-12-10 | The PI-MIDI is a MIDI hat for Raspberry Pi, granting your Pi extended MIDI capabilities. Here's how to connect it to MiSTer FGPA via the dedicated user port connectionChapters:0:00 - Intro0:28 - Connecting MiSTer1:06 - MiSTer Core Configuration1:36 - Space Quest III3:12 - Monkey Island 25:56 - Conclusion6:10 - Bonus Capture
How Accurate is MiSTer FPGA vs Original Hardware? James Mackenzie 2022-12-03 | PlayStation vs MiSTer FPGA accuracy test. Both remain exactly in sync after 5354 frames delivered.Both devices are running Ridge Racer in attract mode. The approach is to synchronize on a single frame and run for one full demo cycle.Both versions run at 59.83Hz. This is expected (PS1 240p runs slightly off 59.94Hz NTSC spec), causing some frame interpolation (duplicate frames). This occasionally causes the two versions to desynchronize by one frame, but parity is quickly restored.For all intents and purposes, the MiSTer provides an identical gameplay experience to a real PlayStation – this core is a phenomenal achievement!Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:38 - Ridge Racer Gameplay
Connect PlayStation Accessories to MiSTer with SNAC James Mackenzie 2022-11-26 | A deeper look at the PlayStation PSX SNAC Adapter for MiSTer FPGA, including tests with the NegCon and PlayStation Mouse!SNAC (Serial Native Accessory Converter) is the most direct way of interfacing MiSTer FPGA cores with their original accessories. Controllers, light guns, memory cards can all be connected with super low latency. If the original hardware could use it, it should work with SNAC.Chapters:00:00 - PlayStation SNAC Intro01:18 - Hardware Setup01:43 - PlayStation Memory Card Test02:02 - PlayStation Controller Test03:00 - NeGcon Test04:25 - PlayStation Mouse Test05:46 - Closing Thoughts
Native PlayStation Accessories on MiSTer!? James Mackenzie 2022-11-19 | A quick look at the PlayStation PSX SNAC Adapter for MiSTer FPGA.SNAC (Serial Native Accessory Converter) is the most direct way of interfacing cores with their original accessories. Controllers, light guns, memory cards can all be connected with super low latency. If the original hardware could use it, it should work with SNAC.Chapters:00:00 - Intro00:33 - Hardware Connection01:14 - MiSTer Configuration01:35 - Tekken 2 Gameplay
Add-ons to Supercharge your MiSTer FPGA James Mackenzie 2022-11-12 | Some exciting new arrivals for MiSTer FPGA!- I/O board- USB hub- Real-time clock- 128MB SDRAMPI-MIDI Review:youtu.be/vnVbw3OV3N4Chapters:00:00 - Intro00:31 - Unboxing Add-ons03:45 - Add-on Assembly08:48 - USB Hub Test09:48 - SNES Gameplay10:10 - Mega Man X10:56 - Genesis Gameplay11:16 - Sonic The Hedgehog12:06 - Mouse Test12:43 - PI-MIDI / MT32-pi Test13:58 - Space Quest III MIDI15:33 - PlayStation SNAC Test17:20 - Memory Card Test17:41 - Tekken 2 Gameplay18:37 - Closing Thoughts
How To Fix Wii U Gamepad Drift James Mackenzie 2022-11-05 | Fix drift on a Wii U Gamepad analog stick with compressed air.
Top Quality 4K60 Video Capture | AVerMedia Live Gamer 4K Review James Mackenzie 2022-10-29 | The AVerMedia GC573 Live Gamer 4K is a great internal capture card for recording and streaming 4K60 or 1080p240 HDR10 content. Great for PS5, PS4 Pro, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One X capture for OBS, Twitch, YouTube etc.Chapters:00:00 - Intro00:52 - Unboxing01:40 - Driver and Firmware Install02:07 - Device Manager Verification02:25 - AVerMedia RECentral02:57 - OBS Video Capture03:28 - CPU and GPU Load03:58 - 4K Capture Playback04:18 - Closing Thoughts04:33 - Astro's Playroom Gameplay (4K)06:53 - Spider-Man: Miles Morales Gameplay (4K)
How to Install Windows XP from USB Flash Drive with WinSetupFromUSB James Mackenzie 2022-08-23 | A super easy way to install Windows XP on system with no CD drive. Enjoy!Full Instructions:http://www.jamesfmackenzie.com/2022/09/17/install-windows-xp-from-usb-stick-flash-drive-with-winsetupfromusbWinSetupFromUSB Download:https://1drv.ms/f/s!Aqzdh9DilDnHhotsH2VDY5A9ZqwmrAAlternative Setup With Easy2Boot:youtu.be/ozEF3McmWfMChapters:00:00 - Intro00:18 - Download and Install WinSetupFromUSB01:20 - Prepare USB Install Media02:47 - Copy Drivers & Utilities03:18 - Install Windows XP (Part 1)05:11 - Install Windows XP (Part 2)06:07 - Finalize Windows XP Setup06:53 - Install Drivers07:07 - Conclusion
3DMark Vantage | 4K 2160p James Mackenzie 2022-04-12 | Futuremark 3DMark Vantage is a DirectX 10 video card benchmark test for Windows Vista. It includes the Jane Nash and New Calico graphics tests, an AI test, a physics test and six feature tests.Download and product/registration key here:benchmarks.ul.com/legacy-benchmarksCapture details:- Futuremark 3DMark Vantage, Demo Mode.- Render resolution 2560x1440 (aka 1440p)- Upscale to 3840x2160 (aka 4K UHD 2160p)Captured on the following hardware:- Intel Core i7-4770K @ 3.50GHz- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER- DirectX 12- Windows 10 Pro
3DMark 11 | 4K 2160p James Mackenzie 2022-04-12 | Futuremark 3DMark 11 is a DirectX 11 gaming benchmark for Windows 7. It includes the Deep Sea and High Temple graphics tests, a Physics test, and a Combined test, and a selection of quality presets.Download and product/registration key here:benchmarks.ul.com/legacy-benchmarksCapture details:- Futuremark 3DMark 2011, Demo Mode.- Render resolution 2560x1440 (aka 1440p)- Upscale to 3840x2160 (aka 4K UHD 2160p)Captured on the following hardware:- Intel Core i7-4770K @ 3.50GHz- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER- DirectX 12- Windows 10 Pro
3DMark06 | 4K 2160p James Mackenzie 2022-04-10 | Futuremark 3DMark06 builds on 3DMark05 with DirectX 9 Shader Model 3.0 effects and new CPU tests using PhysX. The graphics tests are Return to Proxycon, Firefly Forest, Canyon Flight and Deep Freeze.Download and product/registration key here:benchmarks.ul.com/legacy-benchmarksCapture details:- Futuremark 3DMark 2006, Demo Mode.- Render resolution 1920x1440 (closest 4:3 match to 1440p)- Upscale to 2880x2160 aka 4K 2160pCaptured on the following hardware:- Intel Core i7-4770K @ 3.50GHz- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER- DirectX 12- Windows 10 Pro
3DMark05 | 4K 2160p James Mackenzie 2022-04-10 | With support for DirectX 9.0c and up to 2 million polygons on screen, Futuremark 3DMark05 raised the bar for gaming benchmarks. Game tests include Return to Proxycon, Firefly Forest and Canyon Flight.Download and product/registration key here:benchmarks.ul.com/legacy-benchmarksCapture details:- Futuremark 3DMark 2005, Demo Mode.- Render resolution 1920x1440 (closest 4:3 match to 1440p)- Upscale to 2880x2160 aka 4K 2160pCaptured on the following hardware:- Intel Core i7-4770K @ 3.50GHz- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER- DirectX 12- Windows 10 Pro
3DMark03 | 4K 2160p James Mackenzie 2022-04-10 | Futuremark 3DMark03 uses a DirectX 9 engine created by Futuremark. It was the first 3DMark to include CPU tests. The graphics tests are Wings of Fury, Battle of Proxycon, Troll's Lair and Mother Nature. Download and product/registration key here:benchmarks.ul.com/legacy-benchmarksCapture details:- Futuremark 3DMark 2003 Professional Edition, Demo Mode.- Render resolution 1920x1440 (closest 4:3 match to 1440p)- Upscale to 2880x2160 aka 4K 2160pCaptured on the following hardware:- Intel Core i7-4770K @ 3.50GHz- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER- DirectX 12- Windows 10 Pro
The Secret of Monkey Island Soundtrack | Roland MT-32 Munt Audio | MiSTer FPGA ao486 Core James Mackenzie 2022-04-09 | The MiSTer FPGA has excellent audio connectivity options via MidiLink. Here I'm using the ao486 core and LucasArts' The Secret of Monkey Island to show off onboard Roland MT-32 playback via MUNT.You can probably hear a few delayed or off-beat notes. Unfortunately the MiSTer's internal CPU is not *quite* fast enough for the MUNT MT-32 emulation. You can get a *much* better result by using an external synth:youtube.com/watch?v=PMYKSwTa2cYFurther reading:• MiSTer FPGA – http://www.jamesfmackenzie.com/2020/08/22/mister-fpga-introduction-and-hardware-overview• MidiLink – github.com/bbond007/MiSTer_MidiLink• ao486 – http://www.jamesfmackenzie.com/2021/02/06/mister-ao486-core-part-1-dos-quick-start
3DMark 2001 SE | 4K 2160p James Mackenzie 2022-04-04 | Madonion.com 3DMark2001 Second Edition is a DirectX 8 3D benchmark. The Car Chase, Dragothic, Lobby and Nature tests feature vertex and pixel shaders and full scene anti-aliasing. 2001 SE added DirectX 8.1 support.Download and product/registration key here:benchmarks.ul.com/legacy-benchmarksCapture details:- Madonion.com 3DMark 2001 SE, Demo Mode.- Render resolution 1280x960 (closest 4:3 match to 1080p HD)- Upscale via Nearest Neighbour + Lanczos to 2880x2160 aka 2160pCaptured on the following hardware:- Intel Core 2 Duo CPU E7600 @ 3.06GHz- ATi Radeon X800 XL- DirectX 9.0c- Windows 98 SE
3DMark 2000 | 4K 2160p James Mackenzie 2022-04-04 | 3DMark 2000 is a DirectX 7 3D benchmark released under the MadOnion.com brand. The Helicopter and Adventure tests feature hardware transform and lighting, bump mapping, and LOD scaling.Download and product/registration key here:benchmarks.ul.com/legacy-benchmarksCapture details:- Madonion.com 3DMark 2000, Demo Mode.- Render resolution 1280x960 (closest 4:3 match to 1080p HD)- Upscale via Nearest Neighbour + Lanczos to 2880x2160 aka 2160pCaptured on the following hardware:- Intel Core 2 Duo CPU E7600 @ 3.06GHz- ATi Radeon X800 XL- DirectX 9.0c- Windows 98 SE
3DMark 99 | 4K 2160p James Mackenzie 2022-04-03 | Futuremark 3DMark 99 is a DirectX 6.1 benchmark. It uses Remedy's MAX-FX engine to impressive effect, an instant hit with gamers, press and industry.Download and product/registration key here:benchmarks.ul.com/legacy-benchmarksCapture details:- Futuremark 3DMark 99 Max, Demo Mode.- Render resolution 1280x960 (closest 4:3 match to 1080p HD)- Upscale via Nearest Neighbour + Lanczos to 2880x2160 aka 2160pCaptured on the following hardware:- Intel Core 2 Duo CPU E7600 @ 3.06GHz- ATi Radeon X800 XL- DirectX 9.0c- Windows 98 SE
PlayStation 2: Best on CRT? James Mackenzie 2022-03-26 | I've tried so many scalers and VGA boxes with PlayStation 2 over the years - and interlaced video is always a shimmery mess.Tried Gran Turismo 3 on CRT this morning. I think it looks amazing! For me, this is how PlayStation 2 is supposed to look. Do you agree?
Space Quest III Soundtrack | Intro | Atari ST | YM2149F Audio James Mackenzie 2022-03-26 | The intro soundtrack from Space Quest III on Atari ST.The Atari ST uses the YM2149F for chiptune audio, but some games (like Space Quest III) do support MIDI. Compare this video to the Roland MT-32 MIDI version:youtu.be/ny5ONMX-R2I
I added a 3dfx Voodoo2 to a Thin Client PC James Mackenzie 2022-02-15 | A 3Dfx Voodoo 2 installed in an HP Compaq t5710 Thin Client? Could this be Windows 98 and DOS gaming nirvana? Hope this works!Chapters00:00 - Intro00:28 - Hardware Setup00:57 - Driver Install01:20 - Quake II Gameplay01:50 - Unreal Performance02:39 - Quake II Timedemo03:00 - 3dfx Donut Tech Demo03:08 - Tomb Raider DOS Gameplay04:06 - Closing ThoughtsLinks3fdxzone.it FastVoodoo2 4.6 drivers - https://www.3dfxzone.it/dir/news/3dfx/fastvoodoo2_4.6/
Namco NeGcon Gameplay Demo – Ridge Racer (PlayStation) James Mackenzie 2022-01-07 | Playing the PlayStation original Ridge Racer with the Namco NeGcon controllerFor more on the NegCon check out my review video: youtu.be/2lC_dfZenH0
PI-MIDI Review – Supercharge your mt32-pi James Mackenzie 2022-01-01 | The PI-MIDI is a MIDI hat for Raspberry Pi, granting your Pi extended MIDI capabilities like GPIO MIDI input, Stereo RCA output and a dedicated user port connection for MiSTer FPGALearn more here:github.com/dwhinham/mt32-pi/wiki/I%C2%B2S-DACsChapters00:00 - Hardware Overview01:43 - MIDI Connectivity02:08 - Power On02:30 - Feature Exploration03:23 - MT-32 Playback05:47 - SoundFont Playback07:29 - Conclusion
The Best PlayStation Controller? Namco NeGcon Review James Mackenzie 2021-12-26 | The NeGcon is a motion-based video game controller manufactured in 1995 by Namco for the PlayStation. Designed to replicate the analog-stick movement used in the arcade game Cyber Sled (1993); the name comes from the Japanese word "nejiru", meaning "to twist"Chapters:00:00 - Intro00:54 - Namco Games01:34 - Psygnosis Games02:00 - Gran Turismo and Sony Games02:10 - The Need for Speed02:27 - Controller Setup03:25 - Shooters04:03 - PlayStation 2 Games04:34 - Conclusion
DreamBlaster X2GS – General MIDI Showcase James Mackenzie 2021-11-20 | Since my review video of the DreamBlaster X2GS, I've had a requests for MIDI more music.Descent, Day of the Tentacle, Prince of Persia – you all want to hear what this WaveBlaster card can do! So without further ado, here's the X2GS General MIDI showcase. Enjoy!Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:00:36 - Blackthorne00:03:03 - Day of the Tentacle00:07:20 - Descent00:12:33 - Doom00:14:56 - Duke Nukem 3D00:18:59 - Dune II00:21:44 - Frontier: First Encounters00:23:37 - Master of Orion00:25:20 - Mega Man X00:28:17 - Prince of Persia 2: The Shadow and the Flame00:31:35 - Rise of the Triad: Dark War00:35:13 - Sam & Max Hit the Road00:39:20 - Screamer00:40:57 - Slipstream 500000:43:11 - Super Street Fighter II Turbo00:45:24 - System Shock00:47:13 - The Secret of Monkey Island00:48:48 - Transport Tycoon00:53:19 - Tyrian 200000:57:00 - UFO: Enemy Unknown00:58:28 - Warcraft: Orcs & Humans00:59:56 - Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness
Serial USB. The Easiest Way to Connect mt32-pi? James Mackenzie 2021-07-25 | Full setup instructions:jamesfmackenzie.com/2021/07/25/mt32-pi-testing-out-usb-serial-supportThe latest mt32-pi release has added support for USB serial devices - making it much easier to connect retro gaming PCs via serial cableChapters:00:00 - Intro00:08 - Hardware Overview00:19 - The Secret of Monkey Island01:25 - Conclusion
