RetroGaming @lemmy.world v1605 @lemmy.world 7 mo. ago

Finished Rewiring, Very Happy With The Results

With exception of the Mister, all consoles have either been modded or repaired. Bonus, everything is automated through Home Assistant so it will turn on the TV, switch inputs, and turn on the console, all via voiced controlled.

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Three gamecubes? Damn, man.
- This guy cubes
  
  GameCube cubed
- Broken game cubes are cheap and an easy fun repair. Only the Pokemon themed one is connected.
- TRICUBES OF WISDOM.
Really hope you're not running the Xbox sideways like that. They're not designed to do that and it can cause severe damage. Any tiny little bump or shake of that dresser can end its life forever if it isn't modded to be always unlocked. Even then, it will take time to repair the disc drive or HDD.
- I don't use discs, I run off an SSD. That one has a stellar and XboxHD mod. Also that shelf isn't going anywhere. It's solid wood with a slate top, it takes two people to lift it just enough to get furniture sliders under it and the stand is very stable.
  
  Edit: it also has the ram upgrade and an externally powered relay to control the power switch.
  
  Did you do the modding yourself or buy it that way? I’ve been looking for an OG Xbox for sometime now and really want one. I was thinking with the cost of the console getting the ability to run backups from an ssd was non negotiable.
  
  Even still, most of the people that see this image are not using mods that you are, probably have a default Xbox with the clock cap still (only okay for a 1.6), and will only look and this and say: "Hey, I didn't know I could put the Xbox sideways like that, I can save some space," and before you know it this picture has indirectly contributed to the shrinking number of functional Xbox consoles.
that is such a sick way to display gamecubes
- Yeah I'm very happy with the stands https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4735302
  
  where did you get the zelda themed one? Is that custom or was it like a twilight princess cube?
Ah yes, The Nintendo GameDiamond
Please let your consoles breathe.
- The shelves are deep and the door is open when on, no heat issues even with the PS5.
All of that is sick as hell, and as a fellow home assistant user I respect all the work you must have put into the automation.

For the GameCubes tilted on display, do you run them like that? I feel like it would increase the risk of damage to the discs.
- Thanks! Many hours and esphome devices have made this my ultimate setup. The ones on the stands are just on display but they do work (both of those are picoboot, the Zelda doesn't actually have a disc drive since it was rusted beyond saving). You are probably right it would risk damaging the disc. It would also be very unstable with wired controllers so you would have to use either wavebirds or BlueRetro for wireless.
I see that white PS2 slim poking out at the corner there. If you've modded it, I'm curious to hear what you've done to it.
- That is a Ultra Slim PS2 mod. Its basically as PS2 Slim with the disc drive removed (this one had a faulty drive). I boot all my games off the network so I prefer the slim and the Mister handles any PS1 titles so no worries about backwards compatibility. I also added a esp32 with a transistor so that when the console gets powered via a smart switch, it automatically turns on.
The Gamecube is a beautiful piece of equipment
Nice and neat. Well done. But how does it work heat wise?
- Heat wise is fine, there is about a foot of space behind all the consoles and the door stays open when in use. No issues with the PS5.
If I may ask, how did you do the automations with Home assistant?
- I also use node red for a lot. I have a LG c7 TV which has integrations in home assistant for switching inputs and kinda supports wake-on-lan, but I built up an IR transmitter with an esp32 to trigger the power more reliability. I built more ir transmitters for my HDMI switches and the retrotink to change profiles. I have zwave smart switches on all the consoles except for the switch and PS5 since those come on with the controllers. The PS2 and Xbox have additional mods so after they get power they get a simulated power button press. I have the Google assistant integration configured so I can turn on individual devices via voice commands.
- @MrSilkworm @v1605 It depends,my automations are very basic,bit i use also nodered or automations in homeassistant
I love that green GameCube! I can't zoom in well enough to 100% tell, is that a triforce and master sword?
- Here's a better link, it's both https://www.reddit.com/media?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpreview.redd.it%2Fshachsxekcb91.jpg%3Fwidth%3D3024%26format%3Dpjpg%26auto%3Dwebp%26s%3Dc020e73dd24bc85197f5176238e9decd8685c027
  
  That's beautiful! Zelda is one of my all time favorite game series, just had to compliment that one!
What's the N64 wireless controller and do you really like it? I might play mine more if I didn't have wires for kids to ensnare themselves.
- I use the 8bitdo kit paired with a BlueRetro adapter. I'd skip the hall effect joystick unless yours is in bad shape, it's better than generic Amazon replacements but not as good as OEM.
  
  That's awesome! I have 3 N64 controllers in great shape. Not sure I'm looking to invest $70 into an N64 controller, but it does sound amazing. I'm going to save your comment in case I change my mind.
I appreciate how concise it is but am worried about airflow
- There's a foot of space behind all the consoles and the door is always open when in use, no issues with heat

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