The zz9000: The Amiga RTG Upgrade I Couldn't Afford in 1994 (Worth the Wait?)

In the newest video, retronauttech takes on Spoiler alert: It's amazing, but it definitely has some flaws out of the box. The video notes that the upgrade delivers impressive performance, though it exhibits several flaws straight out of the box. A spoiler alert in the review emphasizes the mixed nature of the experience.

The presenter highlights that the Amiga community and developers remain active, working on improvements. Upcoming firmware fixes are mentioned as in-bound solutions to address the initial issues. The discussion underscores ongoing support for the vintage hardware.

The review also touches on the challenges of integrating the accelerator into existing Amiga setups. Overall, the video provides a balanced assessment of the zz9000's capabilities and limitations.

Watch the full zz9000 Amiga RTG upgrade review now:

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