An Honest Review on the SAROO Flashcart ODE Sega Saturn | Should you buy one? 

Go get it 😁

Thanks man, have fun with it! Still need to make a newer video with the new updates. Stay tuned!

You should! Much cheaper and faster. You can check the videos from the developer on his Twitter feed.

Haha! Just wait and see how cool it is 😁

Recently got the hdmi saturn adapter that segalord x reviewed last year. Do you run your saturn through hdmi?

No i run all my retro consoles trough a Sony Trinitron CRT. All with RGB Scart.

Thanks for the added info! I was reading into the whole thing and people were complaining about it being bricked and such.

@@fistbumpbros it may brick if you inadvertently update the MCU firmware with the wrong FGPA version. (firmware has FGPA and MCU component). In that case, you can only restore by updating FGPA via hardware methods or restore the correct MCU firmware by using a stlink programmer. Certainly not user friendly, but then again this is an open source project that's still in development, and is only a issue if you had bought this from KK in the past.

Ah so just buyers updating the cart with the wrong updates. Got it. Thanks again for this info.

Thanks for the info! Just bought mine from KK DIY. They (at least claim to) have updated to FPGA 5 in their page, now, so I'll try to update it.

There are many people outdated, retro game store KK DIY sold the PCB version. 1.36 with the FPGA 02, this update was undoubtedly a programmer error who ended up accidentally putting this FPGA in place of the FPGA 03, but what no one knew was that Saroo from the retro games store KK DIY on the FPGA 02 was running metal Slug while the Saroo from the retro game paradise store only started running metal Slug on the FPGA 04, in addition the Saroo from the kk DIY retro game store is much more finished, I also bought it with the FPGA 02 and used a USB blaster to update and today I updated via SD card and so far I'm enjoying it a lot without any defects, the detail is that Saroo doesn't break, it's just Brick so this can be resolved by going back to the old FPGA with the USB blaster and then via SD card, Saroo is doing very well and both stores are now very reliable, KK DIY retro game store and retro game paradise.

Thank you for the added info. Still need to make an update video about the Saroo.

Still here 😄 Snatcher is best played on the Mega CD though. Theres no English patch for the Saturn version and that version is also censored in some places.

@fistbumpbros I played a ROM on PC , and those light gun sections were difficult with a keyboard

Haha, yea. But the shooting sections in Snatcher are easier then Policenauts though with a joystick.

Yes I'm very happy with it as well. It seems that the Saroo is a hot seller in Brazil right?

Thank you for the compliment! New video coming soon 😁

It's truly one of the best options. I never regretted buying the Saroo. Games run flawless.

Absolutely, but thats what the Saroo also does!

I have now about 86 games that start. I'm fine for the moment. Also, the cart is still in development. The creator can fix this with FW updates, so no biggie there. I have never used an Action Replay in my life, so that's no biggie for me 😄

@@fistbumpbros the action replay is great once you have already finished a game. I use it in shining force 3 to play with characters that are normally impossible to play. It is not only about cheating but also unlocking what seems impossible.

Noted!

If you were to flash your action replay to a Pseudo Kai that should remove the need to remove/insert the cart with the Satiator. I have the purpose built Pseudo Kai with the built in switch for 1m and 4m memory along with the cheats menu and a Satiator. When my Saturn boots, it boots to the Pseudo Kai, I back out to "multiplayer" and boot to the Satiator menu. I then select a game and the game boots. If you then reset your console with the reset button the system will boot back to the Pseudo Kai menu. The game you selected in your Satiator is still loaded and you can then select your cheats. Works like a charm every time. 👍

@@MasaCheez thanks for the added info!

Thanks!

Saroo does all those things at the same time. Ive played the games that needed the RAM, plus, it saves.

I don't think so.

Correct!

I see no reason why it should't work. Only thing the Saroo does is act as an ODE, so the MPEG card is just an addon like it normally does.

@@fistbumpbros ok thanks. Whats up with the different pricings on the Aliexpress site? He charge different money depending on which case colour you choose? thats crazy. Have you tried the new firmware which was released 3 days ago? Did any of the games that didnt work earlier work now with the latest firmware?

I think its harder to produce a clear case, that's why it's more expensive. I havent tried it yet (wasnt even aware) but ill give it a go asap.

You have to place the firmware and the folders specific as shown in the video.

I havent installed the latest update yet, but you have to reset the console each time.

They aren't cheap, but the Saturn seems to be going upwards in value these days. And producing for it is only in small margins. Once theres more demand, the manufactoring will go up and the price goes down. But it's worth it already, even at this price point.

It's the same as calling a tablet an iPad 😃 It's just more easy to understand for folks.

@@fistbumpbros I'm going to go with @PrimeRetroGamer. I thought Krikzz made a new product when I saw this video title. This is for sure a flash cart.

Ok

The dev is pretty fast when it comes to updates. There have been quite a few since this video, i havent been able to produce an update video however.

The menu has changed with an unofficial FW update that i installed. With that update, the BG has changed with a graphic and the games are now sorted in alphabetic order. I need to do an update video on the Saroo, much has changed in just a few months.

Options like that would up the price for sure.

Maybe, but the SAROO has an FPGA chip on it so it could be just a case of using that and a small $1 wifi module I've seen added to other projects@@fistbumpbros

Which game uses SA-1 and MSU-1 at the same time?

@@fistbumpbros From the Snes MSU-1 Archive. Contra 3, Gradius 3, and Super R-Type. These combined Vitor Vilela's SA-1 Hack with MSU-1. When I play on my slightly older SD2SNES from Aliexpress, it will disable the MSU-1 enhancement when SA-1 is in use. I was wondering if you can try these games on yours and see if SA-1 and MSU-1 can work at the same time. Mine is too old i think.

Ill let you know asap when I have the time! 👌

@@fistbumpbros lol?

Only the action replay.

Thank you!

Yes, ive played the Dracula X rom as well, awesome game. Maybe the next version of the rom will have the dub.

@@fistbumpbros one can hope.

It all depends on what the developer has in store for us in the future.

There is someone on Reddit that's testing the games. I have now something like 86+ games that all work fine. Im not a fan of every genre out there and I don't need/want a complete set.

I think it's more than just a great idea. It's a fantastic third party option next to the Fenrir and Satiator. I also think that with the open source firmware, you can get a lot more than be dependant on just one developer. If that one developer stops, you will never receive any updates. With the Saroo, anyone can pick it up. Also, the the new parts vs old parts isn't a problem: you can update the FPGA. It doesn't really matter, as long as the FPGA stays programmable, you can have salvaged parts. Regarding the games that don't benefit from the loading times: I havent come across any game yet that has this problem. Which games are you referring to?

@@fistbumpbros You do bring up an excellent point about it being open sourced. I’ve seen other videos that have done reviews on the SAROO and have mentioned that some games don’t like the faster loading times and then have issues (supposedly an update slowed down the loading time to be inline with the optical drive of the Saturn so they’ll run with not issue.)

Always. No one paying me off 👍

@@fistbumpbros I just got my SAROO. I got the software from the seller but its still not working. Any guides?

Yes. You can see in the video that its popped in my Japanese Sega Saturn.

@@fistbumpbros ok, thanks!

I havent seen the option. Yet. Maybe in future FW updates. Personally, i have never ever use AR codes for any retro console.

Yes. The price is what kept me from getting another product other than the Saroo. The Saroo is affordable for most people and does what it needs to do.

Eh, I think that it’s worth the price. Especially with a Japanese Saturn. Games are more compatible and plus there’s a pseudo Kai app for our satiators to activate pro action replay codes.

For now all my games work totally fine.

Hi, it's a Sony Trinitron KV-21FV1D.

Yes, from the developers Github account ✌️

Saroo is catching up fast. Also, its just popping in the cartridge and go. You don't lose your cd drive.

Ok cool bro

Good stuff!

from where?

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lol they stealed you money, i payed 90 with 64gb card, traslucent case and elite version, clown!!!

I installed some firmware updates which makes it all go alphabetical. It's been a while, but there have been great FW updates. I still need to make a update video about the new features.

Thanks, i have been pointed to the matter a few times. I'll highlight it in a newer video in the future!

Assault Suit Leynos 2. Awesome game.

Make like a stack of installed ODE's just for fun 😆

There have been updates to all your stated problems. Works even better now. Need to make an updated video.

Ok. Thats a totally different device with a totally different purpose. Thanks for joining the conversation though.

@@fistbumpbros It makes sense bro and it's cheaper

@@user-hh1vr9sy3m to each it's own. People play on original hardware for the authentic feeling. And some, like you, emulate the stuff.

See the same comment below, with the same answer.

he uses the term everdrive to help people understand what it is............