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Mega EverDrive CORE (Base)

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Mega EverDrive CORE (Base)
 


This is the Base version of the Mega EverDrive CORE, nothing fancy. This cartridge comes assembled with a standard black shell* and basic label. 

Ever dream of having your whole library of Genesis / Mega-drive on a single cartridge? The Mega EverDrive CORE allows you to load your cartridge game back-ups on a microSD card, put the microSD card into the Mega EverDrive CORE, put the Mega EverDrive CORE into a Genesis / Mega-drive and have your list of games at your finger tips. Please read the FLASH CART DISCLAIMER below before purchasing.

Basic Edition vs. Deluxe Edition

The Basic Edition comes with just the Mega EverDrive CORE cartridge in the selected style. Whereas the Deluxe Edition includes the cartridge, a case, printed manual, a Mega EverDrive sticker, Stone Age Gamer sticker, and is covered by a 2-year Warranty..

Features

  • Cyclone IV FPGA
  • 16MB PSRAM and 1MB SRAM memory
  • High quality 6-layers PCB with hard gold surface finish
  • Supported file formats: Genesis, 32X, Sega-CD, Mega-CD, Master System, NES*
  • Ram cart for Sega-CD and Mega-CD
  • CD bios swap function turns off location variation prevention for Sega-CD / Mega-CD games
  • Hardware MegaKey turns off location variation prevention for Genesis games
  • YM2413 core for Master System games
  • SVP core support (Virtua Racing support)
  • Pier Solar mapper support
  • In-game menu. You can save game or return to system menu without physical reset
  • In-game menu supported for Genesis and Master System modes
  • Full EEPROM saves support
  • Real time clock for logging date and time of saves
  • ARM based 32bit I/O co-processor for SD and USB operations acceleration
  • Up to 1024 files per folder or unlimited if file sorting is disabled
  • Multi slot save states. 100 save states slots for each game. Save states work on Genesis/Mega-drive & Master System games.
  • Instant file loading
  • USB port for development and system update without removing SD card
  • Battery voltage monitoring. Battery can be replaced in time if it runs dry
  • Game Genie cheats support
* 32X games require 32X addon to be attached.
* NES core has limited compatibility. Refer to user manual for details.
* NES core currently supported only for NTSC systems.
* For Mega-SG "Zero lag" option should be turned off for NES games (accurate Genesis timings required).

X3 vs. X5 vs. CORE vs. PRO vs. MegaSD:

FLASH CART / ODE DISCLAIMER

A) PIRACY – Stone Age Gamer Retroworks, Inc. ("Stone Age Gamer") does not support or condone piracy. Flash carts, ODEs, and similar devices Stone Age Gamer sells and supports are intended to be used only for the following purposes: development, playing games licensed by Stone Age Gamer for use with the product, and/or playing currently owned personally backed-up games and media where it is legal to do so. Stone Age Gamer does not offer support for any other use of this product.

B) PERSONAL BACK-UPS – In many territories it is legal to make back-ups for personal use and/or archival purposes, however it may not be legal in all territories. Please learn the national and local laws regarding this subject before making back-ups for personal use. Please note, in most territories "Personal Back-up" means exactly that; back-ups you made yourself of games you currently own. This often does not include back-ups obtained via other methods (i.e. downloading), even if it is a game you physically own.

C) DAMAGE – Neither Stone Age Gamer or the manufacturer is responsible for any damage of property this product may cause. This is a new product intended to be used on electronic hardware that exceeds two decades in age and Stone Age Gamer can’t guarantee the condition of such hardware. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK.

D) ALTERATION & USE – Any unauthorized alteration and/or non-intended use of this or any other flash cart product sold by Stone Age Gamer shall void both manufacturer and retailer warranties of that product.

E) CLONE / UPGRADED CONSOLES – Flash carts / ODEs were developed and intended to be used on unchanged original hardware using original hardware accessories. Stone Age Gamer does not guarantee flash cart / ODE operation on clone consoles or altered consoles. Flash carts / ODEs may operate on some clone consoles or altered consoles. However, due to power consumption changes, random hardware changes and/or firmware updates of those consoles we cannot offer a guarantee of flash cart compatibility. Any returns due to incompatibility with clone consoles or altered consoles will result in no refund of any shipping costs and a 10% restocking fee if no defect is found during testing.

7 Reviews

  • 5
    Fantastic

    Posted by Cory on Feb 12th 2023

    I got this for sale for $99 on Krikzz`s site a few years ago and it`s just fantastic. If you already have a Sega CD like me, and you don`t need the features of the Mega Everdrive Pro, this is a perfect choice.

    Some of the features don`t work if you have a 32X attached, like save states and the in-game menu, but it`s still a fantastic device.

    It`s a little tight going in to the system, unlike real cartridges, but it`s the kind of device you rarely need to remove so it`s not a huge deal.

  • 5
    With it you have unlimited money and time

    Posted by jmsboss on Dec 17th 2021

    It saves you the money you spend buying each game and the time you spend finding them.
    We're 30 or 40 years old.
    Have their own jobs and families.
    With it, we can play any game we want after a day's work.
    We can spend the rest of our lives playing every single game we have on our SD card.

  • 5
    In a post-Sega Channel world, we need the Mega Everdrive X7 more than ever.

    Posted by Brian Duff on Aug 28th 2021

    The Mega Everdrive X7 is the best way to enjoy the classic Sega Genesis console. I bought mine because as great as emulation on the PC is, I wanted to be able to play the games on my TV like I did years ago. The Mega Everdrive X7 was really easy to setup on its own, but I ordered my dad the deluxe edition that has easy to follow step by step instructions. It was easy to get an SD card and load my ***perfectly legal backups of cartridges that I own*** to the card. I can play all those games with the Mega Everdrive. A+ 10/10 would definitely recommend for other Sega Genesis fans/enthusiasts.

  • 5
    Excellent Genesis + SMS solution

    Posted by Lee Hathcock on Jun 5th 2021

    I've owned a Mega EverDrive V2/X7 for quite some time, and if you don't need Sega CD support, it's an excellent choice for running the full Genesis library and most SMS games.

    First, the Genesis functionality is very good. The entire library, to my knowledge, runs fine. You may run into some quirks with EEPROM games (mostly sports). Some of them have SRAM patches, although the latest firmware works fine with most EEPROM games. Game loading is incredibly swift, feeling nearly instantaneous for smaller games and only a few seconds for the largest ROMs.
    The X7 also brings support for Pier Solar and its custom mapper, and also simulates the SVP chip, used in Virtua Racing.

    As for Sega Master System support, the X7 implements the FM audio core add-on released in Japan. If you ever wanted to hear what some games sounded like in Japan with the add-on, now you can! Most SMS games work fine on Genesis, but a few use an unsupported video mode. This isn't the fault of the X7, but the Genesis hardware.

    If you own a 32X, you can also use the X7 to load 32X games as well. You can't use the in-game reset feature if the 32X is attached, so be aware of that.

    Speaking of the in-game reset, you can use a button combination to call up a menu in-game to go back to the loading menu or save/load states. Pretty sweet! Don't expect save states to work perfectly (or at all) with all games, but for those it does work well with, it's incredibly useful. Do note that save states only work with the Genesis, not 32X or SMS.

    If you're still old-school and running an actual Sega CD (and perhaps even still burning CDs for it!) and a 32X, the X7 will give you all you need to enjoy virtually all of Sega's 8/16-bit output. Definitely a recommended purchase for Sega fans!

  • 5
    A Mega Upgrade

    Posted by Matt on May 24th 2021

    This product allowed me to get the absolute most out of my Model 1 Genesis and remove the hassle of swapping cartridges. Compatibility is great with even Virtua Racing running well and the only issues being with a few PAL format Master System titles.

    Very solid construction and ease of use all around. Would definitely recommend for the Genesis fan who wants the best the base console can offer without the add-ons.

  • 5
    A great value flashcart for genesis gamers

    Posted by Jay on May 10th 2021

    If you never intend to run megaCD games (or if you already have the cd unit). this is the cart for you.
    Huge compatibility, savestates etc. the feature list should give you a ton of quality of life improvements for your genesis..
    I run this with a wireless controller and it has brought my genesis into the 21st century. I love it.

  • 5
    Mega Everdrive X7

    Posted by devjock on Jan 10th 2021

    Definitely the best bang for the buck for your Megadrive. Exccellent support, great compatibility, fair price. 10/10