AV Famicom Review: An Ultimate 8-Bit Nintendo Buyer's Guide
89Is the best 8-bit Nintendo console one you've never even heard of? Forget the gray box you know and love, because the Japanese exclusive AV Famicom (HVC-101) is the undisputed king of retro Nintendo hardware.
In this video, I break down exactly why this sleek, Japan-only console is the ultimate machine for any serious retro gaming fan. We'll cover everything you need to know, from its superior video quality to its incredible game compatibility!
Here's why the AV Famicom is the G.O.A.T.:
Best-in-Class Video: Unlike the RF-only original Famicom and the downgraded US NES Top-Loader, the AV Famicom features a Multi-AV port, the same one found on the SNES and N64, giving you a crisp, clean composite video signal right out of the box.
Ultimate Compatibility: With no pesky 10NES lockout chip, a native Famicom cartridge slot, and the ability to play American NES games with a simple adapter, this console is a workhorse. It's also the best way to experience games with expansion audio like Akumajō Densetsu (Castlevania III) on original hardware!
Controller Freedom: It boasts two standard NES controller ports on the front and keeps the Famicom expansion port on the side. Use your favorite NES pads, wireless controllers, or plug in unique Japanese accessories.
-Superior Design: The "dog bone" controllers are far more ergonomic, and the reliable top-loading mechanism means no more blinking lights of death!
Convinced you need one? I'll also walk you through how to safely import one from Japan using services like Buyee or Suruga-ya , what power adapter you'll need (hint: it's from Sega!), and what cables to use.
CHAPTERS:
[00:00] - The Best Nintendo System You Don't Know About
[01:17] - Reason #1: Superior AV Video
[03:18] - Reason #2: The Ultimate Compatibility
[06:31] - Reason #3: Controller Heaven
[09:31] - Reason #4: A Superior Aesthetic Design
[11:17] - Importing and using it a Guide for American Fans
[15:01] - A Note on HDMI and RGB
[17:02] - Conclusion: Why You Need an AV Famicom
Links Mentioned:
Buyee: https://buyee.jp/
Sendico: https://sendico.com/
Suruga-ya: https://www.suruga-ya.com/en/
RetroroadNES to Famicom Adapter:
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mtKT3sR
Krikzz RGB Blaster:
https://krikzz.com/our-products/cartridges/rgb-blaster.html
Music:
8-Bit March by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
and
Ganbare Goemon Gaiden: Kieta Ōgon Kiseru (がんばれゴエモン外伝 きえた黄金キセル)
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