OK. First some background information. Following the mixed reviews that the Sega Genesis Mini has been getting, I decided to take another look at the much derided Sega Genesis/Mega Drive Flashback console. Apparently, a new version was introduced in 2018 which fixed a lot of the issues that people were experiencing. The emulation has apparently been improved (especially the sound), various UI issues have been fixed, and games can now be loaded from an SD card. However, in typical AtGames fashion, they've made no official announcement of any of these changes. In fact, most retailers don't seem to differentiate between the two models. So, if you order one online, it's a matter of luck which version you'll end up with.
Anyway, yesterday I came across a very good deal on the Mega Drive Flashback, and on a whim, decided to order one. I figured that if I end up with the earlier model then I can simply return it.
However, I'm now beginning to have cold feet. I'm leaning towards cancelling my order, and waiting for the Sega Genesis Mini instead (even though it's over twice the price).
So I'm wondering what do you guys think. Have any of you bought the 2018 Mega Drive Flashback, and if so, what do you think of it? Is it a viable alternative to the Genesis Mini?