The Heber MiSTer Multisystem2 Is a fully featured FPGA based Retro gaming console system that runs the MiSTer FPGA project.
This is a pre-order listing. Available to pre order on May 6th at 2:00pm UK time - We are manufacturing now and intend to start Multisystem2 shipments to customers in August 2025.
Shipping will be by pre-order number priority sequence.
This listing is for a fully assembled Multisystem2 FPGA Analogue console system including a black enclosure.
Multisystem2 Analogue, includes all available I/O and expansion options both HDMI and various Analogue video outputs.
With this listing you will receive a fully assembled and tested Multisystem2 Analogue console fitted into a high quality charcoal black 3D printed enclosure.
All you need to add is an SD card and power supply (we recommend this 5V 4A Meanwell PSU available in our store)
An alternative Multisystem2 Digital console is also available with only HDMI output at a lower price, See Multisystem2 Digital listing here
Please see our Multisystem website www.multisystem.uk for further details and information about Multisystem and Multisystem2.
What is the MiSTer Multisystem2?
Multisystem2 is a hardware platform that runs MiSTer based FPGA cores, software and scripts that form part of the MiSTer community.
Alexey Melnikov is the originator, designer and creator of MiSTer FPGA based on earlier work of MiST and many other contributors.
If you want to see more dedicated FPGA based retro gaming hardware and cores, please also support Alexey Melnikov over on Patreon
Multisystem2 can run MiSTer FPGA cores that electronically recreate hardware systems for wide range of retro gaming consoles, classic computers and vintage arcade machines to a very high standard of both accuracy and low latency.
Unlike software emulation, FPGA based hardware synthesis builds the hardware as a recreated model inside the FPGA device. This allows peripherals such as light guns to operate on the analogue CRT video output of Multisystem2, this aspect along with low latency (very fast acting) user input controls is something that cannot be achieved via software emulation, even on a much more powerful computer system.
The experience of using FPGA based systems if often very close or indistinguishable from original hardware.
Many enhancements, such as crisp, clear video output at native resolutions, scaled HDMI digital video output and system enhancements can elevate gaming beyond what was ever possible on original vintage systems.
Multisystem2 Highlights -
- Already assembled – ready to use.
- High quality connectors, components and assembly.
- Designed, manufactured and assembled in the UK.
- Works with all standard MiSTer cores
- Silent operation, No fan cooling required.
- Integrated Power switch and Power/Voltage/Overload protection.
- 10 Layer PCB, SNAC Cartridge expansion, further 50 way I/O expansion, 7 port USB, I2C expansion.
- Altera Cyclone 5 FPGA with heatsink / 128MB SDRAM (ISSI) and 1GB of LPDDR RAM as standard.
- Backwards compatible with MiSTer Stack & Multisystem 1 – plays all available cores (Single SDRAM configuration).
- 24 bit analogue video output as standard (can be set to 16 or 18 bit with onboard dip switches).
- 9 pin mini-din RGB output, audio & C-Sync for SCART (using Genesis2/Megadrive2 SCART Cable).
- 15 Way 'VGA' Style port for various Analogue signals to CRT, LCD and Arcade Monitors.
- HDMI digital video output (also supports direct video DAC output).
- Ethernet port for direct internet connection.
- Audio output via 3.5mm jack, Digital audio via TOSlink.
- Integrated powered 7 port USB 2.0 hub with internal and external USB ports.
- Internal I2C bus headers for expansion, such as Internal OLED displays (See TTY2OLED Venice1200 on Github).
- Support for Zaparoo NFC loading system by adding NFC reader into enclosure cover (mount with just 2 screws).
- Expansion cartridge slot for modular upgrades and enhancements (Various cartridges are available from this store).
- Integrated power switch with over voltage, over current and thermal trip protection.
- Future expansion connector 50 way dual row.
The Multisystem2 Analogue and Digital can also support Direct video via HDMI to Analogue with an external video DAC.
PLEASE NOTE
- SCART, VGA and HDMI cables are not included as standard.
- If purchasing the Meanwell PSU, a standard IEC 'kettle lead' style mains cable is required for your country, which is not included.
- Non UK customers may be subject to local import taxes.
The Multisystem2 launch video is here From The Retro Collective
Lee from More Fun Making It has also had a chance to use and review the Multisystem2, this video is a great overview experience for any new users to MiSTer FPGA based retro gaming, if you are unsure if it's for you, do take a look at Lee's video below.
Video Game Esoterica has also released an overview and review of the Multisystem2, he will be releasing more video's about Multisystem2 over on his YouTube channel here.
Shipping Information:
Shipping target is starting August 2025 in pre-order number priority sequence. We will have multiple batches being built depending on demand.
Any items ordered as a pre-order will be shipped as a single order.
This product is designed and manufactured by Heber Ltd in the UK
All Enclosures are 3D printed in house on our 3D printer farm. For more information visit our blog.
Please note:
- Colours may differ from those shown due to different filament batches, varying lighting conditions and/or device settings.
- All other items shown in images are for illustration only and are not part of what you will receive in this listing.
If you wish to 3D print your own enclosure, cartridges, and accessories, the 3D design files for this and many other enclosures will be available here - Printables (Multisystem - Heber)
Heber at The Retro Collective
Heber forms part of The Retro Collective, a community of technology and gaming experts and enthusiasts hosting interactive museums, exhibition spaces, and electronics design and manufacture based just outside Stroud in the heart of the Cotswolds in the UK.
For more information visit our blog, or our website, or The Retro Collective
