History of video games/Platforms/Sega Astro City Mini

History

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American release

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There was a limited release of 3,500 systems in the United States of America on March 26th, 2021 at a cost of $129.99.[1] These systems had English language packaging,[2] though some games were not localized.[3]

Technology

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Multimedia

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A 16:9 LCD is used with a resolution of 800 by 480 pixel and a size of 3.9 inches.[4]

The system supports HDMI output.[2]

Hardware

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A microswitch based joystick is used.[4]

The system has two USB type A ports.[2]

References

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  1. Byford, Sam (24 March 2021). "The Astro City Mini is an awesome blast through Sega’s arcade past" (in en). The Verge. https://www.theverge.com/22347909/astro-city-mini-review-sega-arcade-cabinet-us-release-price-games. 
  2. a b c "SEGA Astro City Mini". Limited Run Games. Retrieved 18 September 2021.
  3. Then, Ewdison (23 March 2021). "Sega Astro City Mini console is getting a limited US run". SlashGear. https://www.slashgear.com/sega-astro-city-mini-console-is-getting-a-limited-us-run-23665213/. 
  4. a b Medellin, Alejandro (24 May 2021). "Sega Astro City Mini review: Somebody needs to hack this arcade console ASAP" (in en). Input. https://www.inputmag.com/reviews/sega-astro-city-mini-review-games-controller-arcade-stick-hack-us-release-style-kit.