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A mini version of the classic Sega Genesis is almost here, but we got it a month early - take a lookhttps://www.businessinsider.in/miscellaneous/a-mini-version-of-the-classic-sega-genesis-is-almost-here-but-we-got-it-a-month-early-take-a-look/slidelist/70715961.cms2019-08-17T19:39:31+05:30

A mini version of the classic Sega Genesis is almost here, but we got it a month early - take a look

Aug 17, 2019, 19:39 IST

First and foremost: Yes, the box is intended as a throwback to the original retail packaging of the Sega Genesis.

But the differences start jumping out pretty quickly. For one, the box is much smaller (of course). More importantly, on the rear, you'll find over three-dozen games — all of which are built-in to the console directly:

But enough with the box — let's head inside:

Actually, hold up for one second — here's the full list of the contents inside:

The first things I pulled out were the two replica Genesis gamepads. Admittedly it's been a few decades since I've handled one of these with any regularity, but the replica feels good to me.

Notably, there's one major difference with the replica gamepad: a USB connection.

Here she is, in all her glory: The Sega Genesis Mini, looking almost exactly like the original Genesis.

There are some minor differences, like these USB plugs replacing the original proprietary plugs:

In general, though, it's extremely similar to the original.

And in the back, the original ports are swapped for modern ones — DC power in and HDMI out:

Those controllers deserve a closer look:

The d-pad is also quite similar to the original — a sturdy-yet-squishy feel:

Notably, I said "controllers" — as in, there are two controllers included in the $80 package:

Here's a look at everything that's in the box:

But perhaps you'd like to see the console in action? Great news: Here's a brief walkthrough of what you can expect when the Sega Genesis Mini arrives on September 19:

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