Well it’s certainly been a while and we’re slowly but surely getting back into a good rhythm.
One of the most popular requests with the controller is to add 6 buttons to the controller.
That product designer has sent over the first drafts of the updated controller design. Keep in mind that this is only concept right now. We’ll integrate more features based on what kind of feedback we get from the community.
Considered features for the controller:
- Update the layout of the Back / Select button to allow space for an LED screen (this can significantly impact battery life)
- An alternative method to implement VMU compatibility for the Dreamcast. (ideas are welcome)
If you haven’t seen it, here’s a little video from our Instagram account:
We’d love to hear what you think because your input is what is going to make this project great.
Welcome to the 21st century, the six button controllers are coming back! But could we see some gameplay in the next update?
Yay
I think this is an amazing idea! We could play retro games with that controller! 🙂
and next generation games
Thank you! 🙂
Sonic 4k looks a great concept. Hope SEGA accepts the console.
You could use the back of the controller as the VMU port.
I’m loving it! But why will the Spartan need that much power for running emulators?
Because, Julian. With that much power, you could play games in 4K60 format.
Instead of using a capture card, you could record it on the Spartan Console instantly.
We’re aiming to cater for new generation games too.
You could use the bottom bit for the controller and put a VMU inside.
The main issue isn’t where to put a “VMU” like extension, it’s more about the fact that a VMU will drastically reduce the battery life. Which means more frequent charges or playing via cable while it charges.
And instead of four players, do five players.
By utilizing the display port on the Spartan, one could plug in 2 TVs and play up to 8 players. But that’s going to definitely eat up resources on the hardware.
That controller is breath taking, pure greatness. This controller looks legendary nice job tream.
Thanks Mikey!!
It looks very cool! But in my opinion, it needs to be a little bit bigger. Not like the original Xbox’s Duke controller, but like the Dreamcast’s controller size. Other than that, there is no other issue regards to the controller.
What if the D pad had a central button integrated in with the up, down, left, and right controls? Not so useful for 2d games I know, but it could be useful for modern games that use the d-pad as secondary option buttons like inventory or weapons.
OR…. what if there were paddles under the handles like on the Xbox Elite controller that were their own buttons instead of programable add-ons. Maybe not 4, just 2 would work.
This is something we’ll consider for phase 2 of the console and controller.
And those could be the turbo buttons from the original concept!
Do you mean the D pad could click inwards similar to how an analog stick does?
Yeah, like that
Also, can I have permission to use these images as well as other images from this website for my Wikipedia page about this subject? Please and thanks!
Absolutely. 🙂
I have a link for you to view. Its the wiki page I was talking about. Its incomplete and I need some more info and references.
Could we see the link?
Sorry about that! I didn’t think the reply was sent. Here it is
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:LEO_XART/sandbox
Whoops. Just saw this now. Thanks 🙂
here it is! It’s unfinished, and it needs more details and references so if you want to get ahold of me to tell me more just email me.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:LEO_XART/sandbox
Dude, I’m all for this, but… WHAT WERE YOU THINKING!!!? The moment people see this page, they’ll be making videos, they being using this in Youtube memes, they’ll be giving this more criticism than it already can handle! Sorry for the outburst, but I’m worried that this will get criticized too early.
I made my article in my user sandbox for a reason. The user sandbox is meant for newcomers to Wikipedia to learn how to type articles, so nothing is taken seriously or taken down. But if I have references to everything in my article I can make it a real Wikipedia article, something that Spartan team needs to get ahold of me about so I can finish it. Thanks for the heads up though
Thank you! COuld you provide a URL?
I made my article in my user sandbox for a reason. The user sandbox is meant for newcomers to Wikipedia to learn how to type articles, so nothing is taken seriously or taken down. But if I have references to everything in my article I can make it a real Wikipedia article, something that Spartan team needs to get ahold of me about so I can finish it. Thanks for the heads up though
I think you should change the backwards capability section to make it clear it is software emulation and is not able to take games from the Dreamcast, Saturn, or Genesis. (I know it is obvious but is something people will point out as false)
I am posting a video based on this update! :>)
What if we include gameplay in the next update?
Like the controller design, what color do you plan to make the l.e.ds ?
The LED will change to blue.
Dreamcast Orange please!
Hey Chris
Can you show the video of viewing photos, playing music and videos on the next update?
Will the VMU handheld controller feature Sonic advance 1, 2, 3 and Sonic Rush and Sonic Rush adventure games?
Oops. sorry.
I just hope sega will take this offer
It will probably been a bide because when Spartan will coming on the market, ps 5 and xbox next or two will already come and it will be the 9th generation. I advice you to upgrade the console’s power.
We plan to upgrade the GPU power in the next revision.
Will the A, B, C, X, Y, Z buttons be analog, as apposed to digital?
As well as the triggers?
Indeed
Just a heads up, you might want to increase the height of the buttons of they will be analog, because… well… the NeGcon controller for the Playstation has 2 digital buttons, and 2 analong buttons, and those analog buttons are raised. That helps identify the sensitivity of the buttons.
New video was released on my channel earlier today!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1ppkcGhpxw
New video was released on my channel earlier today!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1ppkcGhpxw
Could you guys email me with info and references for my Wikipedia page on the Spartan? I need more info if you want it to be a real article.
Barrett, you might eant to look in your sandbox. Someone edited it for you. I don’t know exactly where, but it’s been edited, but not in a bad way, I don’t think. Just read it and tell me if there’s anything bad, okay?
This looks like you have a clear motive. I really like the ideas and concept, even if I am sceptical about these fan made systems. I just have a few questions:
Would you consider changing the gpu or cpu to AMD in the future?
Would you consider making it a proprietary system?
Are you planning on making the console smaller in later revisions?
If SEGA does not partner with you or buy your prototype and intellectual properties, would you consider crowd funding?
Sorry this comment is very long, these were my instant thoughts upon reading about your console. Hope to hear from you!
1. Our console is divided into 3 development phases. Right now we’re still in the first phase.
2. It will definitely be smaller in future versions. 🙂
3. If Sega does not accept this we will move forward with selling it to the public. Crowd funding may not be necessary.
did anyone post about this on /v/?
because someone shoud post this on /v/
:V
What is /v/ ?
This is not fair atari is getting a new console and you guys are trying your hardest to give sega one.
Is there a way you could make the CAD files available or something? I have a ton of ideas for this controller and I think having more than these pictures would be a big help.
I think it looks too exometric, can u soften the edges?
The design has been updated. You’ll see it in the next update 😉
I would like it if you would add some kind of sega dreamcast VMU in the controller,
or make it so that you can play emulated sega games on the controller in “portability mode” meaning that the controller has a screen witch you can power on, to play sega sg-1000, master system, mega drive and maybe even Saturn and dreamcast on the bus for example. That way you can off the screen when you are playing in front of the TV or monitor, and save battery life. (In order to make this useful you will need to make the controller rechargeable for good battery life, for example with microusb.)
Hey, what do you think of the recent Dreamcast 2 rumours?
What rumors?
Hey, Chris.
1. Can I resume game saves on classic emulators for Spartan?
2. Is there a new Sonic spin-off game titled Future Saviors, featuring new generation of Sonic characters known as Future Saviors, led by Sonic and Amy’s son, Speedy?
3. Will Future Saviors come to Spartan?
4. Will Sonic Adventure 3 be happening?
Awesome! This controller looks great! I hope that Sega notices this project.
Maybe this will grab attention. On the controller, you can attach a phone holder, and with a special app, you can play some games with a second screen. Huh? Whattaya think?
I feel this system should go to patreon. This should get people’s attention, and grab support. Razor has already, but not everyone wants in, I’ll bet.
I’m liking the new controller design. As I suggested in the Halloween blog, “functionality for an XBox360 controller but feel like holding a Saturn or Dreamcast controller” and it looks good you got that. The six-button layout will really help if modern compilations like “SEGA Mega Drive & Genesis Classics” is played on it, it will have the ideal control-layout for it.
I have a quesiton about the console. How backwards compatable will it be? Will it be able to read both Compact and Gigabyte Discs? (Mega-CD, Saturn and Dreamcast)
On a side-note, has Sega ever got back to you guys on the proposition of a new-gen console?
Any new updates on this?? Thanks
That Seem Awsome
Is this for real????
Any Updates on This?
It’s 2019 and still no update. Yep it’s dead.
EVERYONE, READ THIS: “It’s been very long but we are unable to say much right now on progress. Progress has been made but details need to remain under wraps for a little while. A post and mailer will be going out to let people know we’re not dead.”
https://spartanconsole.com/news/something-finally
I think you are correct! Anything new?!?!?!?!!?!?!?!?!
It is still not dead; I messaged them about 3 months ago and they told me that progress was made, but details have to be remained under wraps.
Was this on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or something else?
It was on Messenger.
https://spartanconsole.com/news/something-finally/
This is just the first I’ve heard of this, dont give up imma spread the word.
From Colorado.
<3
Can You Change The Locations Of “Z” And “C”
2019 Anyone???
EVERYONE, READ THIS: “It’s been very long but we are unable to say much right now on progress. Progress has been made but details need to remain under wraps for a little while. A post and mailer will be going out to let people know we’re not dead.”
EVERYONE, READ THIS: “It’s been very long but we are unable to say much right now on progress. Progress has been made but details need to remain under wraps for a little while. A post and mailer will be going out to let people know we’re not dead.”
just now finding out about this, didn’t get an email yet but it’s good to know you guys are making progress. i think the last time i tried to come here the site was down.
They are just stringing us along in my opinion.
I do respect your opinion but please keep in mind, we work on this in our spare time and fund this ourselves. It’s understandable that you have that opinion because progress has undoubtebly been slow.
EVERYONE, READ THIS: “It’s been very long but we are unable to say much right now on progress. Progress has been made but details need to remain under wraps for a little while. A post and mailer will be going out to let people know we’re not dead.”
I feel they are just stringing us along…..Hmmm
I still want this so badly. Please, Chris. PLEASE!!!1!1!1!
EVERYONE, READ THIS: “It’s been very long but we are unable to say much right now on progress. Progress has been made but details need to remain under wraps for a little while. A post and mailer will be going out to let people know we’re not dead.”
EVERYONE, READ THIS: “It’s been very long but we are unable to say much right now on progress. Progress has been made but details need to remain under wraps for a little while. A post and mailer will be going out to let people know we’re not dead.”
Here are some good news you may want to hear: “Our plan to move over to the UK has taken longer than expected. We’re moving their on the 10th of December and the project will resume on the 1st of Feb 2020.”.
To Chris, and everyone working on the project. This is LEO_XART from Wikipedia, you notice in previous comments on this page that I’ve created an unofficial wikipedia page for the Spartan Console, and last week the wiki page get sent into draft submissions, therefore if it gets approved it could become an official wiki page. I would like to email the team and ask them a series of questions about the console and its history to get as many answers as you can give out without spoiling too much. I would like the information so I can clarify and validate sources and claims on the wiki page. If you’d like to email me, its mcrbtr123@gmail.com. I’ve heard the good news about london, I hope all is well on your end! Thanks in advance!
rip this project
Still Nothing I see
https://scontent-lhr8-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/119859751_2135223169954904_1363475217028183788_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&_nc_sid=8024bb&_nc_ohc=7YoOzxaucOIAX8C86eF&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-1.xx&oh=4082a423da406fdb7790222dfb65c716&oe=5F8BD99E
My 2c:
* Replace the D-Pad with the classic (and beloved) D-Pad from the Sega Genisis/MegaDrive and Sega Saturn (Japan)
* Sega consoles should always have 6 buttons (good job!), could you go with two-tier design on the buttons (like on the Sega Genisis/MegaDrive 6 button controller)?
* Personally I think the Orange colour is not very Sega like, and I would go with either the shade of Red or Blue as seen from the past consoles as the accent colour
People, this Site and project is dead. Hope nobody invested? I hate when People start projects that are not able to. After this time, you would Start from scratch any way. Leave it, you dont have the skill and this you have proofen. Just hope you didnt take money from anyone.
We’re not taking funds from the public. This is something we work on in our spare time and fund ourselves.