TinyNES Review – A Super Niche NES Console

The TinyNES is a niche console that combines original NES CPU and PPU chips with modern, open-source hardware design to deliver cleaner video and audio output than authentic NES systems. While it lacks modern video options like HDMI or RGB output and costs more than a used original NES, it appeals to a specific audience of retro enthusiasts who prefer authentic hardware over emulators or FPGAs. The open-source design allows for potential future upgrades, and successful crowdfunding demonstrates there is a viable, albeit small, market for such a specialized device.