Retro-Bit is putting a twist on on classic controllers with their release of Hypermode controllers for the N64, NES, SNES and Genises consoles.
For those of you old enough to remember, companies used to put out many controllers with a hyper mode feature. Back in the day many games had a game mechanic that would have the player press a button as quickly as they could, or quick time events, which pop up in many games today.
The controllers had a button that would trick the game into thinking a specific button was being mashed multiple times. I won’t say faster than humanly possible, because I know someone who can beat the hyper mode option on controllers.
Innex President , Titi Ngoy had this to say about the new announcement, “We are extremely fortunate to be the exclusive distributor of the Retro-Bit brand of video game products. Retro-Bit has played a huge role in rejuvenating public interest in retro games and they continue to develop new and exciting accessories that will further the market demand for nostalgia gaming.”
Here is what we can expect to see.
Wireless Hypermode Series Controller for N64 ($29.99)
• Compatible with N64 consoles
• Classic analog stick, D-pad, and button layout
• Program each button to normal, auto fire, or turbo mode
• 2.4GHZ wireless controller with receiver
• Open slot for Rumble or Memory Pak
• Trigger buttons
• Requires 3 AAA batteries
• Launch Date: Summer 2013
Wireless Hypermode Series Controller for NES/SNES/PC-MAC ($29.99)
• Compatible with NES, SNES, PC & MAC
• Similar to the Famicom color scheme
• 3 connecting ports SNES, NES & PC/MAC via USB®
• Program each button to normal, auto fire, or turbo mode
• Trigger buttons
• 2.4GHZ wireless controller with receiver
• Built-in rechargeable battery
• Launch Date: Fall 2013
Wireless Hypermode Series Controller for GENESIS/PC-MAC ($29.99)
• Compatible with GENESIS, PC & MAC
• Similar to the 6-button Genesis controller scheme
• 2 connecting ports GENESIS, PC/MAC via USB®
• Program each button to normal, auto fire, or turbo mode
• 2.4GHZ wireless controller with receiver
• Trigger buttons
• Built-in rechargeable battery
• Launch Date: Fall 2013
Retro-Bit has partnered with the company Innex and will debut the lineup at this year’s E3 in Lose Angelos, June 11tth-June 13th.
