Get ready to power up your nostalgia because Heber has just unveiled the Multisystem2, a ground-breaking FPGA based console set to redefine retro gaming.  

A New Generation of All-In-One Retro Gaming

Heber, a UK-based company with over 30 years of experience in electronic controls and a history of innovation in the gaming sector, is proud to introduce the Multisystem2. The Multisystem2 uses cutting-edge FPGA hardware synthesis to deliver the most accurate gaming experience possible, rivalling the authenticity of playing on original hardware. Imagine reliving the golden age of gaming with modern precision – that’s the promise of the Multisystem2.  

Multisystem2 Features and Functionality

The Multisystem2 boasts a brand-new system board designed to make FPGA retro gaming more accessible. It offers a plethora of expansion options, taking advantage of existing Multisystem add-ons and opening doors to future expansions thanks to the Multisystem2’s direct design of the FPGA hardware.  

Here’s what you can expect from the Multisystem2:

• Ready to Play: The Multisystem2 comes fully assembled in a sleek, 3D printed charcoal black enclosure, designed and manufactured by Heber.  
• Easy Setup: Just add a power supply for your region, an SD card, an HDMI cable, and your favourite joypad or joystick (Heber’s CTRL Dock, Super CTRL Dock and Module ARC are all compatible).  
• Choose Your Experience: Two versions are available:
  Multisystem2 Analogue: For the purists! Supports vintage TVs, CRT displays, and offers a full complement of I/O ports and expansion capabilities. Perfect for the experienced FPGA gamer.  
  Multisystem2 Digital: A plug-and-play solution for newcomers who only need an HDMI output.  
• Modern Twist: The system supports NFC readers powered by Zaparoo (Taptoo), allowing you to load games with a simple tap of a card!  

Pre-Order and Pricing Information

Mark your calendars! Pre-orders for the Multisystem2 open on Tuesday, May 6th at 2:00 PM UK time on the Heber Store.  

Here’s the pricing:

• Multisystem2 Analogue (HDMI & Analogue) Version: £210 ( $279 USD) (245 Euro)  
• Multisystem2 Digital (HDMI) Version: £170 ($226 USD) (198 Euro)  

Shipping is targeted to begin in August 2025, with orders fulfilled in pre-order number priority sequence. Heber plans to produce multiple batches depending on demand.  

Multisystem2 Highlights

• Ready assembled – ready to use  
• High quality connectors, components and assembly.  
• Designed, manufactured and assembled in the UK.  
• 10 Layer PCB, Cartridge expansion, further 50 way I/O expansion, 7 port USB, I2C expansion  
• Altera Cyclone 5 FPGA / 128MB SDRAM (ISSI)  
• 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).  

Heber and their partners offer a range of extras and add-ons to enhance the Multisystem2 experience:

• Zaparoo.org – Wizzo & the team (Taptoo): NFC game loading.  
• TTY2OLED – GitHub – venice1200: (Further details not provided in document)  
• SNAC Cartridges: A growing range of 8x SNAC Cartridges (compatible with the Multisystem or Multisystem2 Analogue) for systems like NES, SNES, N64, Saturn, PlayStation, PC Engine, S-Video Output, and Pi-MMS (MT32Pi). These are available in the Heber shop.  
• Slice Tray: Accepts various CTRLDock USB interfaces or mass storage devices for further expansion.  
• LCD Screen Enclosure Kit: For fitting an optional 8.9″ LCD screen to the Multisystem (user supplies the screen, Mini HDMI cable and USBC Power cable).  
• 3D Printed SNAC Cartridge Holder: In charcoal black.